Oldsmobile SILHOUETTE GTK 2004 Owner'S Manual Download

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Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1

Front Seats

............................................... 1-3

Rear Seats

............................................... 1-8

Safety Belts

............................................. 1-22

Child Restraints

....................................... 1-46

Air Bag Systems

...................................... 1-70

Restraint System Check

............................ 1-78

Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1

Keys

........................................................ 2-3

Doors and Locks

....................................... 2-9

Windows

................................................. 2-23

Theft-Deterrent Systems

............................ 2-26

Starting and Operating

Your Vehicle

........................................ 2-30

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-44

OnStar

System

...................................... 2-45

HomeLink

Transmitter

............................. 2-47

Storage Areas

......................................... 2-51

Vehicle Personalization

............................. 2-60

Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1

Instrument Panel Overview

.......................... 3-4

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-28

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

......... 3-41

Message Center

....................................... 3-53

Driver Information Center (DIC)

.................. 3-60

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-63

Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

........ 4-2

Towing

................................................... 4-31

Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1

Service

..................................................... 5-3

Fuel

......................................................... 5-4

Checking Things Under the Hood

............... 5-10

All-Wheel Drive

........................................ 5-48

Bulb Replacement

.................................... 5-50

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

......... 5-56

Tires

...................................................... 5-58

Appearance Care

..................................... 5-92

Vehicle Identification

............................... 5-100

Electrical System

.................................... 5-100

Capacities and Specifications

................... 5-108

Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1

Maintenance Schedule

................................ 6-2

Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1

Customer Assistance and Information

........... 7-2

Reporting Safety Defects

........................... 7-11

Index ................................................................ 1

2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner Manual

Summary of Contents for SILHOUETTE GTK 2004

Page 1: ... Gages and Indicators 3 41 Message Center 3 53 Driver Information Center DIC 3 60 Audio System s 3 63 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 31 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 4 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 All Wheel Drive 5 48 Bulb Replacement 5 50 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 56 Tires 5 58 Appearance Care 5 92 Vehicle Identi...

Page 2: ...ase leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 10336278 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 06 20 03 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated 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 fir...

Page 3: ...g CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others 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 4: ...abels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has 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 figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator ref...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle v ...

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...enger Position Bench Seat 1 37 Rear Seat Passengers 1 39 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 42 Safety Belt Pretensioners 1 45 Safety Belt Extender 1 45 Child Restraints 1 46 Older Children 1 46 Infants and Young Children 1 48 Child Restraint Systems 1 52 Where to Put the Restraint 1 55 Top Strap 1 56 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 57 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for C...

Page 8: ... Bag Inflate 1 75 How Does an Air Bag Restrain 1 76 What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates 1 76 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 78 Restraint System Check 1 78 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 78 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 79 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...release the lever CAUTION You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving To make sure the seat is locked into place try to move the seat back and forth with your body 1 3 ...

Page 10: ... rear of the vehicle Eight Way Power Seats If your vehicle has this feature the eight way power seat controls are located on the outboard sides of both the driver s and the front passenger s seats Move the front of the control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cushion up or down Move the rear of the control up or down to adjust the rear portion of the cushion up or down Lift up or push...

Page 11: ...added comfort The left switch is for the driver s seat and the right switch is for the front passenger s seat Press the bottom of the switch to turn the heater on The indicator light on the switch will be lit Press the top of the switch to turn the heater off The heated seat switch will turn off when the ignition is turned to OFF and will resume operation when the ignition is turned to RUN unless ...

Page 12: ...the driver s or front passenger s seat It is easier to recline the seat if you lean forward taking your weight off the seatback If your vehicle has the eight way power seats there is a power recliner See Eight Way Power Seats on page 1 4 But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving 1 6 ...

Page 13: ...her In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of yo...

Page 14: ... on the seat by either pulling on the nylon strap on the rear of the seat or lifting up on the lever located on the front of the seatback If the seat adjusts slide it all the way back 3 Release the rear set of hooks from the floor pins by pulling the nylon strap located at the base of the seat hang on to the strap as the seat folds forward To return the seat s to the normal position do the followi...

Page 15: ...atbacks To fold the seatback forward pull the nylon strap located on the rear of the seat or lift up on the recliner lever located on the front of the seatback The seatback will lock into place To raise a seatback pull the nylon strap or lift the recliner lever while raising the seatback until it locks upright Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked into place To recline the seatb...

Page 16: ...nylon strap at the center of the base of the seat to release the rear latches from the floor pins Do not let go of the strap until the seat is folded all the way forward 3 To unlatch the front latches squeeze the angled bar toward the straight crossbar 4 Remove the seat by rocking it slightly forward then toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out Repeat these steps for the other secti...

Page 17: ...t properly attached or twisted won t provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After installing the seat always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Make sure the seatback is in the upright position and the safety belts are on the correct section of the seat Don t put the sections of the be...

Page 18: ...acing the front hooks of the bench seat onto the front two floor pins 2 Make sure the bench seat is angled so that the front hooks clear the floor pins If the front legs are not attached correctly the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...by pushing down on the rear of the seat 4 Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down 5 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat and raise the seatback until it locks upright 6 Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked Repeat these steps for the other section of the split bench seat 1 13 ...

Page 20: ...s located below the center in front of the seat The other is located across the rear of the seat Lift up either lever to slide the seat forward or rearward Release the lever Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitti...

Page 21: ...he seatback if you lean forward taking the weight off the seatback The seatbacks on the second row captain s chairs also fold forward to put items behind the left and right seats Lift up on the recliner lever and fold the seatback forward The seatback will lock into place when you push it back to the upright position The armrests can be lowered or raised for entering or exiting the vehicle 1 15 ...

Page 22: ...emoving the Captain s Chairs 1 Pull the nylon strap behind the chair to release the rear hooks from the floor pins 2 The seat can then be lifted off the front floor pins and removed from the vehicle 1 16 ...

Page 23: ...n wearing the belt could be seriously injured After installing the seat always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Don t put the seats in so they face rearward because they won t latch that way For the second row if you want more storage room behind the seat adjust the seat by sliding it forward The captain s chairs have seat position labels ...

Page 24: ...ook the front latches over the front floor pins 2 Push the rear of the seat down to lock the rear latches onto the rear set of floor pins 3 Push and pull on the seat to be sure it is properly attached 1 18 ...

Page 25: ... down the seatback pull up on the lever located on the back of the seat and push the seatback down until it is locked into place Push and pull on the seatback to make sure that it is locked into place To raise the seatback do one of the following From the rear of the vehicle pull up on the lever to release the seatback then pull the strap located on the right side of the seat to pull the seatback ...

Page 26: ...is section 4 From behind the bench seat push up the release handles at the base of the seat to release the latches from the floor pins 5 While holding onto the crossbar at the bottom of the seat remove the seat by rocking it slightly toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out This should be done in one motion Notice If you use the release handles to remove the seat the handles could br...

Page 27: ...e the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After installing the seat always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Do not put the stowable seat in so it faces rearward because it will not latch that way The stowable seat has to go in before the convenience center See Convenience Center on page 2 58 ...

Page 28: ... locked down 4 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure that it is locked into place Safety Belts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It tells you some things you should not do with safety belts CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety bel...

Page 29: ... See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 44 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them p...

Page 30: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 24 ...

Page 31: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 25 ...

Page 32: ...anel 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 26 ...

Page 33: ...ollisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you re in 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 Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40...

Page 34: ...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 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 45 Make sure the release butt...

Page 35: ...ong 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 restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt v...

Page 36: ...ired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing the button down to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder...

Page 37: ...too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 31 ...

Page 38: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 32 ...

Page 39: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 33 ...

Page 40: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 34 ...

Page 41: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 35 ...

Page 42: ... you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 36 ...

Page 43: ...nt Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 28 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the...

Page 44: ...longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 45 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if yo...

Page 45: ...e in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here is how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens ...

Page 46: ...der belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 45 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoul...

Page 47: ...ause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too muc...

Page 48: ...installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head If your vehicle has a split bench seat in the third row there is one guide for each outside passenger position To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and booster seats and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here...

Page 49: ...1 Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seatback 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 1 43 ...

Page 50: ...e position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1 39 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Slide the guide into the storage pocket 1 44 ...

Page 51: ...arts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 79 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The ex...

Page 52: ...lder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear se...

Page 53: ...o the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1 42 If the child is so small that the ...

Page 54: ... the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 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...

Page 55: ...e Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby 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 only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an app...

Page 56: ... bag system is 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 als...

Page 57: ...eighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an ...

Page 58: ... 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 52 ...

Page 59: ...ces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 53 ...

Page 60: ...ch 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 will have a ...

Page 61: ... 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 air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure t...

Page 62: ...llow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a ...

Page 63: ... use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed If you have an adjustable head restraint route the top strap under it Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location Se...

Page 64: ... of the crossbar Use the center seating position to use the anchor bar properly If the convenience center is in the vehicle you must lift the tray sill to use the anchor See Convenience Center on page 2 58 for more information Do not use a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger s position because there is no place to anchor the top strap Third Row 50 50 Third Row Stowable Se...

Page 65: ...n both second row captain s chairs This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors A B and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap C 1 59 ...

Page 66: ... near the base of the second row captain s chairs CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint...

Page 67: ...ghten the top tether to the top tether anchorage The child restraint instructions will show you how Also see Top Strap on page 1 56 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint ...

Page 68: ...d restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around t...

Page 69: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 63 ...

Page 70: ...facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child pa...

Page 71: ...ild restraint does not have the LATCH system you ll be using the lap belt to secure a child seat in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pull...

Page 72: ... To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be rea...

Page 73: ...ing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions tha...

Page 74: ...gh or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 68 ...

Page 75: ...u may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 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 69 ...

Page 76: ...air bag systems CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Air bags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them Frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger are ...

Page 77: ...an air bag for that person CAUTION Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag as you would be if you were leaning forward it could seriously injure you Safety belts help keep you in position for air bag inflation before and during a crash Always wear your safety belt even with frontal air bags The drive...

Page 78: ... that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Older Children or Infants and Young Children There is a air bag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem ...

Page 79: ...The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door 1 73 ...

Page 80: ...not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering Don t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag 1 74 ...

Page 81: ...ation 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 above the system s designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design Side impact air bags are not designed to inflate in frontal or near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts because in...

Page 82: ...the driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bag What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates After the air bag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module will be hot for a short time Th...

Page 83: ...which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact Your vehicle is also equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The mo...

Page 84: ... the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag systems do not need regular maintenance Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any othe...

Page 85: ...ring a more severecrash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system wasn t being used at the time of...

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Page 87: ...rent 2 26 PASS Key III 2 28 PASS Key III Operation 2 28 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 30 New Vehicle Break In 2 30 Ignition Positions 2 31 Starting Your Engine 2 32 Engine Coolant Heater 2 33 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 34 Parking Brake 2 37 Shifting Into Park P 2 38 Shifting Out of Park P 2 41 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 41 Engine Exhaust 2 42 Running Your Engine While You Are Par...

Page 88: ...cle Personalization 2 60 Entering Programming Mode 2 61 Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting 2 61 Automatic Door Locks 2 62 Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent 2 63 Remote Driver Unlock Control 2 64 Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation 2 65 Content Theft Deterrent System 2 66 Arming and Disarming the Content Theft Deterrent System 2 67 Exiting Programming Mode 2 69 Memory Seat 2 70 Section 2 ...

Page 89: ...er controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children Your vehicle s key can be used for the ignition as well as the driver s door lock and storage compartments If you need a new key contact your dealer who can obtain the correct key code 2 3 ...

Page 90: ...with an active subscription and you lock your keys inside the vehicle OnStar may be able to send a command to unlock your vehicle See OnStar System on page 2 45 for more information Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped the keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FC...

Page 91: ...y replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation You can lock and unlock your doors and the liftgate from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle UN...

Page 92: ...een received If you press the LOCK button again within five seconds the horn will sound and the parking lamps will flash to let you know the vehicle is already locked If you would like to change the way the parking lamps and horn operate with remote lock confirmation see Vehicle Personalization on page 2 60 Remote Alarm When you press the horn button on the remote keyless entry transmitter the par...

Page 93: ...is opened the driver s side power sliding door will not open completely Do not try to force the door Once the fuel filler door is closed the driver s side sliding door can be opened normally Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchase...

Page 94: ...o touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter 1 Insert a flat object such as a coin into the slot on the side of the transmitter and twist it to separate the halves 2 Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter Do not use the metal flanges to pop out the battery 3 Replace the battery 4 Reassemble the transmitter Make sure the halves a...

Page 95: ... whenever you drive CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help p...

Page 96: ...ng it there for one second To lock the driver s door from the outside with your key insert the key and turn it toward the rear of the vehicle If your vehicle has power door locks you may be able to lock all of the doors when you insert the key and turn it toward the rear of the vehicle From the inside use the manual or power door locks To unlock either front door from the inside pull back on the m...

Page 97: ...the power door lock switch may cause the system to arm See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 26 for more details Also when the doors are locked with the power door locks the inside as well as the outside door handle cannot open the doors This safety feature prevents a door from being accidentally opened from the inside by moving the handle To override this safety feature unlock the door you want t...

Page 98: ...in RUN or ACCESSORY this feature will not lock the doors To turn the last door closed locking feature off or on see Vehicle Personalization on page 2 60 Programmable Automatic Door Locks All of the doors will lock automatically when you move your shift lever out of PARK P All doors will unlock automatically when the ignition is turned off while the shift lever is in PARK P If someone needs to get ...

Page 99: ...k the vehicle If you don t leave the keys in the ignition or if you use the manual door lock you could still lock your keys in your vehicle Always remember to take your keys with you To turn this feature off or on see Vehicle Personalization on page 2 60 Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from the inside Then get out and close the do...

Page 100: ...ward on a steep grade 15 percent or more the door may not stay open and could slam shut possibly injuring someone To make sure the door does not slam shut be sure to hold it open until everyone is clear of the door and only then allow it to slowly close 2 14 ...

Page 101: ...0 Sliding Door Security Lock Your vehicle is equipped with a sliding door security lock that helps prevent young children or other passengers from opening the sliding door s using the inside door handle To use one of these locks do the following 1 Open the sliding door 2 On the inside of the sliding door s on the front edge of the door will be a lock Push the lever up to engage the lock 3 Close th...

Page 102: ...le the security lock is on unlock and open the door from the outside You should let adults and older children know how the security lock works and how to cancel the lock If you don t adults or older children who ride in the rear won t be able to open the sliding door from the inside while the security lock feature is in use Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock 1 Unlock the sliding door and ope...

Page 103: ... can be dangerous They could operate the power sliding door A child or others could be injured Do not leave children or pets unattended in your vehicle To help avoid accidental operation of the sliding door s press the part of the power sliding door override switch es with the don t symbol To open or close the sliding door s press and release one of the following power door switches If you have th...

Page 104: ...e the power sliding door on when you go through an automatic car wash the door may accidentally open Be sure the power sliding door is turned off when going through a car wash This switch is in front of the driver s or the passenger s side sliding door The power sliding door override switch es will also stop the door s immediately while the door s is opening or closing when the override switch es ...

Page 105: ...oor increases significantly as the door approaches the latched position The driver s side sliding door is designed to open only a little if the fuel door is open If this ever happens do not try to force the sliding door When the fuel filler door is closed the driver s side sliding door can be opened normally CAUTION You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the sliding door Make sure...

Page 106: ... control of the power door system If you want to close the power sliding door s when the override switch es is turned off pull the inside or outside handle or the edge of the door Move the door about 4 inches 10 cm toward the closed position and release it The door will close completely and latch for you To close the power sliding door s when the override switch es is turned on pull the inside or ...

Page 107: ...underhood fuse block Leave it out for 30 seconds 5 Reinstall the fuse and wait 10 seconds 6 Turn the power sliding door override on by pressing the end of the switch with the override symbol on it 7 Press the power sliding door switch es to open the power sliding door 8 Open the door all of the way 9 Wait five seconds and close the door by pressing the power sliding door switch es 10 Wait five sec...

Page 108: ... pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle See Climate Control System on page 3 28 If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 2 42 To close t...

Page 109: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 23 ...

Page 110: ...ons on page 2 31 The driver s power window switch has two down positions The first position lowers the window normally To raise the window pull up the front of the switch Express Down Window To activate the express down feature push the AUTO switch all the way down to the second position then release it The window will lower completely To stop the window from lowering all the way pull up on the fr...

Page 111: ...depending on how long the switch is pressed The ignition must be in RUN ACCESSORY or Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active to use the power rear quarter windows See Retained Accessory Power RAP under Ignition Positions on page 2 31 Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side Visor Vanity Mirror Your veh...

Page 112: ... using the remote keyless entry transmitter or a key or turns the ignition to ON The horn will sound and the parking lamps will flash for up to two minutes When the alarm is armed the liftgate may be opened with the remote keyless entry transmitter Arming with the Power Lock Switch Your alarm system will arm when you use either power door lock switch to lock the doors while any door or the liftgat...

Page 113: ...nd locked the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed If you would like your key not to arm the system see Vehicle Personalization on page 2 60 Arming Confirmation If remote unlock confirmation is on your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know when your alarm system has disarmed If you would not like the parking lamps to flash see Vehicl...

Page 114: ...e Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment PASS Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle PASS Key III Operation Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key III Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key III is a passive theft det...

Page 115: ...mmed keys are lost or do not operate you must see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have keys made and programmed to the system See your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system Canadian Owners If you lose or damage your keys only a GM dealer can service PASS Key III to have n...

Page 116: ...S Key III key see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have a new key made Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Do not drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 805 km Do not make full throttle starts Avoid mak...

Page 117: ... these works then your vehicle needs service C OFF This position unlocks the ignition and transaxle but does not send power to any accessories Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed but never try to push start your vehicle D RUN This is the position to which the switch returns after you start your engine and release the ignition key This is the position for driving Even when the...

Page 118: ...mage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If the engine does not start in 10 seconds push the accelerator pedal about one quarter of the way down while you turn the key to START Do this until the engine starts As soon as it does let go of the key 3 If your engine still will not start or starts but then stops it cou...

Page 119: ...nwrap the electrical cord The electrical cord is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt...

Page 120: ...ar position locks your front wheels It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in RUN As you step on the bra...

Page 121: ...overed by your warranty Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 30 NEUTRAL N In this position your engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicl...

Page 122: ... until the engine is warmed up This is a normal condition designed to provide heat to the passenger compartment and defrost the windows more quickly See Climate Control System on page 3 28 for more information THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D Here are some times you might choose THIRD 3 instead of AUTOM...

Page 123: ...ud If the shift lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle will not downshift into first gear until the vehicle is going slow enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transaxle If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place Parking Brake The parking brake is ...

Page 124: ...nd the brake warning light is off before driving If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer on page 4 38 That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into Park P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left th...

Page 125: ... toward you 2 2 Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P 2 39 ...

Page 126: ...y from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock T...

Page 127: ...lever all the way up into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P do the following 1 Turn the ignition key to the OFF position 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift the transaxle to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the engine and then shift to the gear you want 5 Have t...

Page 128: ...Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You ...

Page 129: ...zard See Winter Driving on page 4 26 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move eve...

Page 130: ...lect the passenger s side rearview mirror Then use the control to adjust each mirror so that you can see a little of the side of your vehicle and the area beside and behind your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position If you are not adjusting either mirror leave the control in the center off position This prevents moving the mirrors accidentally once you have them adjusted B...

Page 131: ...ses global positioning system GPS satellite technology wireless communications and call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety security information and convenience services A complete OnStar user s guide and the terms and conditions of the OnStar Subscription Service Agreement are included in your vehicle s glove box literature For more information visit www onstar com contact OnStar a...

Page 132: ...an All Directions and Connections Plan services Personal Concierge OnStar Personal Calling With OnStar Personal Calling you have a safer way to stay connected while driving It s a hands free wireless phone that s integrated into your vehicle You can place calls nationwide using voice activated dialing with no contracts and no additional roaming charges To find out more about OnStar Personal Callin...

Page 133: ...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 2 this d...

Page 134: ...net at www homelink com or by calling 1 800 355 3515 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate operator you are programming When programming a garage door it is advised to park outside of the garage It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency Your vehicle s engine should...

Page 135: ...hen turns to a constant light continue with Steps 6 through 8 following to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly a garage door opener 6 Locate in the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit 7 Firmly press and release the Lear...

Page 136: ...ter until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted by HomeLink The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming HomeLink to complete Using HomeLink Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing HomeLink Buttons To erase progra...

Page 137: ...ink indicator light turns off 3 Release both buttons For questions or comments contact HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Storage Areas Your vehicle s large carrying capacity can store many items If you have the extended wheelbase version you can carry things as large as a 4 x 8 piece of plywood You can also use the floor pins that are used to attach the seats to sec...

Page 138: ...holders simply pull out the tray Keep the tray stowed in when not in use Your vehicle also has cupholders on the bottom inboard side of the second row driver s side captain s chairs and the seatbacks have cupholders that can be used when the seatbacks are folded forward Compact Overhead Console The front overhead console includes two reading lamps a storage compartment and a switchbank 2 52 ...

Page 139: ...d Rear Reading Lamps under Interior Lamps on page 3 18 Overhead Console Switchbank See Overhead Console Switchbank on page 3 24 Storage Compartments OnStar System Buttons See OnStar System on page 2 45 Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 60 HomeLink Transmitter Buttons See HomeLink Transmitter on page 2 47 2 53 ...

Page 140: ... its elasticity Luggage Carrier CAUTION If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier like paneling plywood a mattress and so forth the wind can catch it as you drive along This can cause you to lose control What you are carrying could be violently torn off and this could cause you or other drivers to have a collision and of course damage you...

Page 141: ...le and against the side rails making sure to fasten it securely When you carry cargo on the luggage carrier of a proper size and weight put it on the slats as far forward as you can You can then tie it down Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 To prevent damage or loss of cargo...

Page 142: ... may have a convenience net The convenience net is designed to help keep small loads like grocery bags from falling over Install the convenience net at the rear of your vehicle inside the liftgate To use the convenience net do the following 1 Attach the upper loops to the posts on both sides of the liftgate opening The label on the net should be in the upper left corner 2 56 ...

Page 143: ... it firmly in place The convenience net has a maximum capacity of 100 lbs 45 kg It is not designed to hold larger heavier loads Store such loads on the floor of your vehicle as far forward as you can When not in use it is recommended that you take down the convenience net to extend the life of the net and to help retain its elasticity and to keep the rear exit clear 2 57 ...

Page 144: ...holding onto the door latch and lower the convenience center cover to close it Removing the Convenience Center 1 Make sure that all items are off of the convenience center and that it is empty 2 Turn the hand knob counterclockwise until the knob is loose 3 Lift up on the hand knob then grip the convenience center to lift it up 4 Pull the convenience center toward you to pull it out Replacing the C...

Page 145: ...down onto the stowable seat to close the space between the two while the stowable seat is folded down To do this flip the sill plate up and over toward the stowable seat The cover of the convenience center can be left in its upright position while the vehicle is moving The convenience center has six hooks on the inside cover for hanging items on The prop rods can hold up to 49 lbs 21 8 kg on the c...

Page 146: ...tures that can be programmed To determine which features your vehicle is equipped with follow the steps listed for entering the programming mode Feature Number of chimes sounded Delayed Illumination Exit Lighting Automatic Door Locks Last Door Closed Locking Lockout Deterrent Remote Driver s Door Unlock Control Remote Lock Unlock Confirmation Content Theft Content Theft Arming Disarming 2 X X X 3 ...

Page 147: ...y You can now program your choices To exit the programming mode follow the steps listed under Exiting Programming Mode on page 2 69 Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting This feature allows you to customize the interior lamps when entering and exiting the vehicle Programmable Modes Mode 1 Both Features Off The interior lamps will turn on or off at the same instant that a door is opened or closed ...

Page 148: ... by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Automatic Door Locks This feature allows you to customize the automatic locking and unlocking of the doors when using the shift lever Programmable Modes Mode 1 Both Features Off Automatic door locking and unlocking is disabled You will always need to lock your doors manually before driving to...

Page 149: ...it the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent This feature allows you to customize the automatic locking of the doors when exiting the vehicle Programmable Modes Mode 1 Both Features Off Doors will always lock immediately when you press LOCK on the power door lock switch or t...

Page 150: ...ck Control This feature allows you to customize the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter Programmable Modes Mode 1 Remote All Doors Unlock When you press UNLOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter all doors and the liftgate will unlock Mode 2 Remote Driver s Door Unlock Only When you press UNLOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter once the driver s door will unlock When...

Page 151: ...hicle or operate your optional power sliding door s your parking lamps will flash to let you know the command has been received Mode 3 Exterior Lamps Flash and Horn Sounds When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock your vehicle the horn will sound and your parking lamps will flash to let you know the command has been received When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to unlo...

Page 152: ...ing to the mode selection you want The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Content Theft Deterrent System This feature allows you to turn the content theft deterrent on and off Programmable Modes Mode 1 Mode 2 and Mode 4 Feature On If anyone opens a door or th...

Page 153: ...y following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Arming and Disarming the Content Theft Deterrent System To arm or disarm the content theft deterrent system the system must be turned on by using Modes 1 2 or 4 listed previously This feature allows you to customize the arming and disarming of the content theft deterrent system Programmable Mod...

Page 154: ...programmed to Mode 2 Mode 3 Standard Arming and Disarming The system will arm when you lock the doors using either power door lock switch while any door or the liftgate is open and the key is removed from the ignition The system will arm when you lock the doors with your key or remote keyless entry transmitter and the key is removed from the ignition The system will disarm when you unlock the door...

Page 155: ...ton until you hear the number of chimes corresponding to the mode selection you want 7 Remove your key from the door key cylinder The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions next in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Exiting Programming Mode To exit programming mode turn the key from ACCESSORY to OFF and pu...

Page 156: ...he seat will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver You will hear one beep You can also store an exit position for each driver The exit position is programmed by moving the seat to the desired exit position and then holding the EXIT button for more than three seconds The exit position set will be for the most recently selected driving position 1 or 2 A double beep will so...

Page 157: ...dicators 3 41 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 42 Speedometer and Odometer 3 43 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 44 Air Bag Readiness Light 3 45 Brake System Warning Light 3 46 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 47 Traction Control System TCS Warning Light 3 47 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 48 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 49 Fuel Gage 3 52 Message Center 3 53 Service Traction System Warning Message ...

Page 158: ...inment System 3 92 Rear Seat Audio RSA With Entertainment System 3 94 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 96 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 97 DVD Distortion 3 98 Radio Reception 3 98 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 98 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 3 99 Care of Your CD and DVD Player 3 100 Cleaning Your DVD Player 3 100 Cleaning the Video Screen 3 100 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 100 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2...

Page 159: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 160: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 161: ...teering Wheel Controls on page 3 97 L Horn See Horn on page 3 7 M Ignition Switch See Ignition Positions on page 2 31 N Audio Steering Wheel Controls See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 97 O Climate Controls See Climate Control System on page 3 28 or Dual Climate Control System on page 3 31 P Rear Fan Controls See Rear Climate Control System Without Entertainment System on page 3 34 or Rea...

Page 162: ... Your hazard warning flashers button is located on top of the steering column Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work 3 6 ...

Page 163: ... wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and release th...

Page 164: ... turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by its...

Page 165: ...r more than 3 4 mile 1 2 km a chime will sound to let the driver know to turn it off If you need to leave the signal on for more than 3 4 mile 1 2 km turn off the signal and then turn it back on Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from high to low beam or from low to high pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you and release it When the high beams are on this light on th...

Page 166: ...ight rain or snow Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker will stop the...

Page 167: ...of the switch To wash and wipe the rear window press the washer symbol on the top of the switch Washer fluid will run down the glass as long as the switch is held in When the top of the switch is released the wiper will continue to cycle three more times There is only one washer fluid reservoir for the front and rear windshield wipers See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 37 To wash the rear windo...

Page 168: ...ady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional traction control system begin...

Page 169: ...nto cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Press the SET button at the end of the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 3 13 ...

Page 170: ...get to the higher speed Press the SET button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You will begin to cruise at the higher speed Move the cruise switch from ON to R A Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A briefly and then release it Each time you do this...

Page 171: ...hen going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control To turn off the cruise control do one of ...

Page 172: ... except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL Parking Lamps Turning the control to this setting turns on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights 2 Headlamps Turning the control to this setting turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights Lamps on Reminder If the driver s door is opened and you turn the ignition to OFF ...

Page 173: ...he exterior lamps will come on automatically When it is bright enough outside the exterior lamps will turn off and the DRL will turn on Of course you may still turn on the headlamps any time you need to If you start your vehicle in a dark garage the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately Once you leave the garage it will take approximately one minute for the automatic headlamp system t...

Page 174: ...lamps to turn on At night when the light sensor automatically turns on your headlamps the fog lamps can be turned on while the exterior lamps control is in any position Your fog lamps will go off when you switch to high beams Using your high beams in fog is not recommended Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness The thumbwheel for this feature is located below the exterior lamps control Turn th...

Page 175: ...icle The lamps will come on for 40 seconds if you unlock your door using your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter and the ignition is in LOCK or OFF After 40 seconds have passed the interior lamps will slowly fade out The lamps will turn off before the 40 seconds if you do one of the following Lock all the doors using the key Press LOCK on the power door lock switch Press LOCK on the remot...

Page 176: ...g feature off or on see Vehicle Personalization on page 2 60 Exit Lighting With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on for about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ignition If you turn the ignition key to RUN or ACCESSORY the lamps will fade out The lamps will also fade out if you lock the doors with the power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter When any do...

Page 177: ...n the overhead console To turn either reading lamp on or off press the lens of the lamp These lamps will come on each time you open a door unless you turn on the interior lamps override feature See Interior Lamps Override earlier in this section 3 21 ...

Page 178: ...n each time you open a door unless you turn on the interior lamps override See Interior Lamps Override earlier in this section Battery Run Down Protection Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave the interior lamps on If you leave any interior lamps on while the ignition is in LOCK or OFF they will automatically turn off after 10 minut...

Page 179: ...ontrol System With Entertainment System on page 3 36 Rear Window Wiper Washer Switch See Rear Window Wiper Washer under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 8 Fog Lamps Switch See Exterior Lamps on page 3 16 Traction Control Switch See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 8 Heated Seats Switches See Heated Seats on page 1 5 If your vehicle does not have one of these options there will be a b...

Page 180: ... Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA system is designed to help you park while the vehicle is in REVERSE R It operates only at very low speeds less than 3 mph 5 km h URPA can help make parking easier and to help you avoid colliding with objects such as parked vehicles The URPA system can detect objects up to 5 feet 1 5 m behind the vehicle and tell you how close these objects are from your rear bu...

Page 181: ...you back up and then watch closely as you do URPA can be turned off by pressing the rear park aid disable switch located in the overhead console switchbank While the system is disabled an indicator light will be lit on the switch You will not see any lights on the rear display if the switch is in the off position How the System Works Unless disabled the URPA will turn on automatically when the shi...

Page 182: ...e is in REVERSE R if the ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean So be sure to keep your rear bumper free of mud dirt snow ice and slush Other conditions that may affect system performance include things like the vibrations from a jackhammer or the compression of air brakes on a very large truck If after cleaning the rear bumper and then driving forward at least 15 mph 25 km h the display continues ...

Page 183: ...ll drain the battery Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets Notice Adding any elec...

Page 184: ... send air to the rear of the vehicle Keep the area under the front seats free of objects that could obstruct airflow to the rear of the vehicle The right knob can also be used to select defog or defrost mode For more information see Defogging and Defrosting later in this section 9 Fan Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed Turn the knob to OFF to tur...

Page 185: ...ining the selected temperature On hot days open the windows to let hot inside air escape then close them This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down It also helps the system to operate more efficiently For quick cool down on hot days do the following 1 Select the vent mode 2 Select the recirculation mode 3 Select A C 4 Select the coolest temperature 5 Select the highest fa...

Page 186: ...hile in the defrost mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window REAR Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated The rear window defogger will turn off about 1...

Page 187: ...air to the rear of the vehicle Keep the area under the front seats free of objects that could obstruct airflow to the rear of the vehicle The right knob can also be used to select defog or defrost mode For more information see Defogging and Defrosting later in this section 9 Fan Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed Turn the knob to OFF to turn off ...

Page 188: ...otice a slight change in engine performance when the air conditioning compressor shuts off and turns on again This is normal The system is designed to make adjustments to help with fuel economy while still maintaining the selected temperature On hot days open the windows to let hot inside air escape then close them This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down It also helps ...

Page 189: ...e floor outlets In this mode the system will automatically turn off recirculation and run the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defrost mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window REAR P...

Page 190: ...elp circulate the air inside your vehicle more effectively Rear Climate Control System Without Entertainment System Your vehicle may have a rear climate control system that allows the driver to adjust the fan speed or a rear seat passenger to set a separate temperature and adjust the fan speed for the rear seating area This system works with the main climate control system in your vehicle This kno...

Page 191: ...he knob out of R Directing the Airflow To direct the airflow to the rear seating area use the right knob located on the main climate control panel Select vent or bi level mode to direct air to the rear of the vehicle through the overhead outlets Select floor defog or defrost mode to direct air to the rear of the vehicle through the floor outlets Generally the upper outlets are used for air conditi...

Page 192: ...t bucket seat in the second row in the forward position For more information see Rear Seat Operation on page 1 8 The outlet behind the left rear seat is the cold air return outlet Be sure to keep it free from obstructions Also keep the area around the base of the center instrument panel console between and under the front seats free of objects that could also obstruct airflow to the rear seating a...

Page 193: ...ar to allow the rear seat passengers to use the controls located on the control panel in the rear seating area If this fan knob is not in R when the FAN or TEMP button is pressed the rear control panel will show DISABLED Directing the Airflow To direct the airflow to the rear seating area use the right knob located on the main climate control panel Select vent or bi level mode to direct air to the...

Page 194: ...controls located on the main climate control panel If using the main climate control panel then the air conditioning system must be on to direct cooled air to the rear of the vehicle If it is not on then the temperature in the rear of the vehicle will remain at cabin temperature If a rear seat passenger is adjusting the temperature do the following Press the TEMP button on the rear control panel U...

Page 195: ...r is routed through a passenger compartment filter The filter removes certain contaminants from the air including pollen and dust particles Reductions in airflow which may occur more quickly in dusty areas indicate that the filter needs to be replaced early For how often to change the air filter see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 The access panel for the passenger compartment air filter is loca...

Page 196: ...econd filter out 4 Replace the filters by reversing Step 3 Make sure the filters are inserted so that the sealing foam is angled in the same direction on both filters For the type of filter to use see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 14 5 Close the inner access door while squeezing the tab Be sure it is tightly closed 6 Snap the outer access panel into the back of the glove box 3 40 ...

Page 197: ...ngine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when o...

Page 198: ...a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically The indicator warning lights and gages are explained on the following pages United States version shown Canada similar 3 42 ...

Page 199: ... designated by the word OIL in the display window The display can be toggled between the odometer the trip odometers and engine oil life by quickly pressing and releasing the trip reset button located to the right of the temperature gage The display toggles once each time the trip reset button is pressed for less than 1 5 seconds The display toggles in the following sequence Odometer Trip Odometer...

Page 200: ...the display will show the number of miles kilometers you drove during the last ignition cycle Once you begin driving the trip odometer will accumulate mileage For example if you have driven 5 0 miles 8 0 km since you started your vehicle and then activate the retro active reset feature the display will show 5 0 miles 8 0 km As you drive the display will then increase to 5 1 miles 8 2 km 5 2 miles ...

Page 201: ...f the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate with...

Page 202: ...ome on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for servi...

Page 203: ...ake system needs service and you don t have anti lock brakes The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Traction Control System TCS Warning Light Your vehicle may have a traction control system warning light The traction control system war...

Page 204: ...he warning light will come on If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot It means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been oper...

Page 205: ...r vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modificatio...

Page 206: ...ollowing If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may...

Page 207: ... and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or...

Page 208: ...things that some owners ask about All these things are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage At the gas 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 reads For example the gage reads half full but it took more or less than half of the tank s capacity to fill it The gage pointer may move while co...

Page 209: ...ly The message may appear for the following reasons If there s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning message will come on If your brakes begin to overheat the traction control system will turn off and the warning message will come on until your brakes cool down If the traction control system is affected by ...

Page 210: ... The message will stay on for a few seconds after the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message This message will come on when your engine gets too hot If this message comes on it means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and ...

Page 211: ...tem It could indicate that you have problems with a generator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this indicator appears in the message center could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the message on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Low Oil Pressure Message Your vehicle is equipped...

Page 212: ...your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Change Engine Oil Message If this message comes on and stays on after you started the engine have the oil changed For additional information on w...

Page 213: ...completely closed CAUTION If you shift the transaxle out of PARK P and accelerate before the power sliding door latches closed the door may reverse to the open position A child or others could fall out of the vehicle and be injured Always make sure the power sliding door is closed and latched before you drive away Door Ajar Warning Message This message will come on when the ignition is turned to R...

Page 214: ...ever driving and this message comes on and stays on you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off Your PASS Key III system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time See PASS Key III on page 2 28 for more information United States Canada United States Canada 3 58 ...

Page 215: ...ssage is still on after putting on the full size tire you need to reset the warning message To reset the warning message turn the ignition off and then back on again If the message stays on see your dealer right away See All Wheel Drive AWD System on page 4 10 for more information Low Fuel Warning Message If your fuel is low the warning message will come on and stay on until you add fuel If the wa...

Page 216: ...outside temperature are displayed If the temperature is below 38 F 3 C the temperature reading will toggle between displaying the outside temperature and the word ICE for two minutes Trip Computer Mode In the trip computer mode pressing the MODE button cycles through the five displays Press the MODE button after the last trip computer display to return the DIC to the OFF mode See Trip Computer lat...

Page 217: ... calibration process may not be complete In these cases the calibration symbol C will be displayed where the compass reading is normally displayed To calibrate the compass in an area free from large metal objects make three 360 turns The calibration symbol will turn off and the compass reading will be displayed Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the calibration symbol do...

Page 218: ...ecent second of driving RANGE Trip Range This shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the remaining fuel The fuel economy used to calculate range is based on the last few hours of driving FUEL USED Trip Fuel Used This shows the accumulated fuel used since the last reset AVG SPEED Average Speed This shows the average speed since the last reset Resetting the Trip Computer Press and ho...

Page 219: ...e sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Your 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 Positions on page 2 31 Setting the Time Your radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M or MIN to ...

Page 220: ...e noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed If you do not want to use automatic volume select OFF DISPL Display Press this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time Time display is available with the ignition turned off For RDS press the DISPL...

Page 221: ...next preset station Press either arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets The radio will scan only to the preset stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM by performing the following steps 1 ...

Page 222: ...pop rock and classical To return the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL appears on the display Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade be...

Page 223: ...so provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast Finding a Program Type PTY Station To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE knob to activate program type select mode TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the P TYPE knob to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press the SEEK TYP...

Page 224: ...e The message may display the artist song title call in phone numbers etc If the whole message is not displayed parts of the message will appear every three seconds To scroll through the message at your own speed press the INFO button repeatedly A new group of words will appear on the display with each press Once the complete message has been displayed the information symbol will disappear from th...

Page 225: ...e radio is off the tape can be inserted and will begin playing A tape symbol will appear on the display whenever a tape is inserted If you hear nothing or hear a garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely Press the EJT button to remove the tape and start over While the tape is playing use the VOL AUDIO and SEEK controls just as you do for the radio The display will show TAPE and an arrow showin...

Page 226: ... to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape advances The station frequency and FWD will appear on the display You may select stations during forward operation by using TUNE SEEK or PSCAN 5 X SIDE Press this pushbutton to play the other side of the tape q SEEK r The right arrow is the same as the NEXT pushbutton and the left arrow is the same as the PREV pushbutton If you hold ei...

Page 227: ...tte Tape Player on page 3 98 If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player with your cassette tape player after disabling the tight loose tape sensing feature on your tape player To disable t...

Page 228: ...or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward through the CD 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track TRACK and the track number will appear on the display If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the CD 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track Press and hold this p...

Page 229: ...tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening Z EJT Eject Press this button located to the right of the CD slot to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this button is pressed first CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the display and the CD comes out it could be for one of the f...

Page 230: ...g will allow for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you do not want to use automatic volume select OFF RCL Recall Press this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time Pressing this k...

Page 231: ...lay You will hear a double beep The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning presets The radio will scan only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to yo...

Page 232: ...l mode CUSTOM press the AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM appears on the display Then you will be able to manually adjust the bass midrange and treble using the AUDIO knob Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adju...

Page 233: ...n the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast Finding a Program Type PTY Station To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE button to activate program type select mode P TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the P TY...

Page 234: ...uency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type To turn alternate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other stations When...

Page 235: ...button You can view an old message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to TRAF Traffic If TRAF appears on the display the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements To receive the traffic announcement from the tuned station press this button Brackets will be displayed around TRAF and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If th...

Page 236: ...s been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled You may experience an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this ...

Page 237: ...than six complete Steps 1 through 3 When you have finished loading CDs the radio will begin to play the last CD loaded When a CD is inserted the CD symbol will be displayed If more than one CD has been loaded a number for each CD will be displayed If you select an equalization setting for your CD it will be activated each time you play a CD As each new track starts to play the track number will ap...

Page 238: ...will hear sound at a reduced volume Release the button to play the passage The display will show the elapsed time of the track RPT Repeat With repeat you can repeat one track or an entire CD To use repeat do the following To repeat the track you are listening to press and release the RPT button RPT will appear on the display Press RPT again to turn off repeat play To repeat the CD you are listenin...

Page 239: ...To change the default on the display track and elapsed time press the knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob until the display flashes The selected display will now be the default BAND Press this button to play the radio when a CD s is playing The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening ...

Page 240: ...hold the SONG LIST button for two seconds When SONG LIST is pressed a beep will be heard immediately After two seconds of continuously pressing the SONG LIST button two beeps will be heard to confirm that the track has been deleted After a track has been deleted the remaining tracks are moved up the list When another track is added to the song list the track will be added to the end of the list To...

Page 241: ...stem Your vehicle may have an optional Digital Versatile Disc DVD entertainment system The entertainment system works with the vehicle s audio system and includes a DVD player a video display screen headphones and a remote control The entertainment system also integrates the rear climate control and rear seat audio functions Before You Drive The video entertainment system is for passengers in the ...

Page 242: ...out entirely If the system is shut off or the headphones are out of the line of sight for more than three minutes the headphones will shut off automatically to preserve battery life If the channel switch located on the right side is on A the headphones will play the DVD or auxiliary device See Stereo RCA Jacks later in this section for more information If the channel switch is on B the headphones ...

Page 243: ... jacks and turn on the auxiliary device If you want to view a DVD insert the DVD into the DVD player The system will automatically switch to DVD and start to play To switch between the auxiliary device and the DVD press the SOURCE button on the DVD player or on the remote control See DVD Player and Remote Control later in this section for more information Audio Speakers Only one audio source can b...

Page 244: ...ts position as desired When the video screen is not in use push it up into its locked position If a DVD is playing and the screen is raised to its locked position the screen will shut off but the DVD will continue to play through the previously selected audio source Notice Directly touching the video screen may damage it Do not touch the screen See Cleaning the Video Screen on page 3 100 for more ...

Page 245: ... the audio system CD player instead DVD Player Buttons SOURCE Press this button to switch the source for the entertainment system between the auxiliary device connected to the RCA jacks and the DVD player Pressing this button has no effect when there is no auxiliary device connected w j Play Pause Press this button to start play Press while playing to pause Press it again to continue playing o Z S...

Page 246: ... will start playing at the beginning of the disc Ejecting a Disc Press the stop eject button on the DVD player once to stop and a second time to eject the disc If a disc is ejected from the player but not removed the DVD player will reload the disc after a short period of time Remote Control To use the remote control aim it at the display above the video screen and press the desired button Direct ...

Page 247: ...leased These buttons may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews QNext RPrev Next Previous Press the up or the down arrow to select the next or the previous chapter These buttons may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews Menu Press this button to view the media menu The media menu is different on every disc Use the up down rig...

Page 248: ...an only control the music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to For example rear seat passengers may listen to a cassette tape or CD through headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers The rear seat passengers have control of the volume for each set of headphones Be aware that the front seat audio controls always have priority over the RSA cont...

Page 249: ...ile listening to the radio press the up or the down arrow to tune to the next or the previous station and stay there The SEEK button is inactive if the front radio is in use While listening to a cassette tape press the up or the down arrow to hear the next or the previous selection The SEEK button is inactive if the tape mode on the front radio is in use While listening to a CD press the up arrow ...

Page 250: ...ning Rear Seat Audio RSA With Entertainment System This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the entertainment sources radio cassette tapes CDs DVD and auxiliary device However the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to For example rear seat passengers may listen to a cassette tape or CD through hea...

Page 251: ...l not switch between the bands and cannot change the station q r Tune While listening to the radio press the right or the left arrow to tune to the next or the previous station and stay there These arrows are inactive if the front radio is in use While listening to a cassette tape press the right or the left arrow to hear the next or the previous selection These arrows are inactive if the tape mod...

Page 252: ... side of the tape If your vehicle has the Radio with Six Disc CD when a CD is playing press this button to switch to playing a different CD when multiple CDs are loaded CD TAPE Press this button to switch between playing a cassette tape CD a DVD or an auxiliary device when the headphones are on channel B If one of the devices is not loaded the system will skip over the device when this button is p...

Page 253: ...ose FM1 FM2 or AM PRESET Press this button to play a station you have stored on the radio preset pushbuttons The radio will go to a preset station play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station The display will show your selections Press this button again to stop scanning preset stations w VOLx Volume Press the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease volume PLAY Press this bu...

Page 254: ...ced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they are not they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLEAN to indicate that you have used your tape player for...

Page 255: ...ct on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player press and hold the EJT button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator The radio will display CLEANED to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality...

Page 256: ...een When cleaning the video screen use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water Use care when directly touching or cleaning the screen as damage may result Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent you can straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent you should replace it Check occasionally ...

Page 257: ...g 4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Driving at Night 4 15 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 17 City Driving 4 20 Freeway Driving 4 21 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 22 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Winter Driving 4 26 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 Towing 4 31 Towing Your Vehicle 4 31 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 31 Loading Your Vehicle 4 33 Towing a Trailer 4 38 Sec...

Page 258: ... driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques ...

Page 259: ...drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The pe...

Page 260: ...affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at 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...

Page 261: ...and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Please do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are t...

Page 262: ...the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you wi...

Page 263: ...ou You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here is 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 separately work the brakes at each wheel The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can ...

Page 264: ...uld be off the road into the very thing you were trying to avoid or into traffic If you do not have anti lock use a squeeze braking technique This will give you maximum braking while maintaining steering control You can do this by pushing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure In an emergency you will probably want to squeeze the brakes hard without locking the wheels If you hear or ...

Page 265: ...r you start your vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the system on But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is required See Rocking Your Vehicle under If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 30 To tu...

Page 266: ...t will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here is why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to ...

Page 267: ...re straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out ...

Page 268: ...od reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle...

Page 269: ...t is all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you are following a larger vehicle Also you will ...

Page 270: ...sked In any emergency do not give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle s three co...

Page 271: ...ehicle 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 If you have the anti lock braking system remember It helps avoid only the braking skid If you do not have anti lock then in a braking skid where the wheels are no longer rolling release enough pressure on the brakes to get the whee...

Page 272: ...cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the ...

Page 273: ... wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank fill...

Page 274: ...ke 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 are going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning does not happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tr...

Page 275: ...f you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Othe...

Page 276: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 21 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 277: ...way as a passing lane At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you 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 ...

Page 278: ...r driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you are ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you are not fresh such as after a day s work do not plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready...

Page 279: ... whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Do not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware...

Page 280: ...d also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even...

Page 281: ...ower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may s...

Page 282: ...all brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 26 ...

Page 283: ...nd sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If you have traction control keep the system on It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road But you can turn the traction system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See If You Are Stuc...

Page 284: ...any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can not reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of yo...

Page 285: ...in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go ...

Page 286: ...se an engine CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer Notice Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxl...

Page 287: ...al vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground and dolly towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device know as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do re...

Page 288: ... the ground Dolly Towing If you have a two wheel drive vehicle it can be towed with two of its wheels on the ground To dolly tow your vehicle do the following 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Put the vehicle in PARK P 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 5 Release the parking brake If y...

Page 289: ...m front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A Vehicle Capacity Weight The Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar near the driver s door latch Vehicles without a center ...

Page 290: ...eight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load ...

Page 291: ...ant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 340 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 4 35 ...

Page 292: ...eight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label The Certification Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver s door Example 3 4 36 ...

Page 293: ... you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Notice Overloading your vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not overload your vehicle If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else th...

Page 294: ...might not change your weight ratings Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right away Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer only if you have follow...

Page 295: ...nd under greater loads generating extra heat The trailer also adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points 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 goo...

Page 296: ...dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Oldsmobile Customer Assistance P O Box 33171 Detroit MI 48232 5171 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total o...

Page 297: ... separately to see if the weights are proper If they are not you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires You will find these numbers on the Certification Tire Label at the rear edge of the driver s door or see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 The...

Page 298: ...rom your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 2 42 Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufactu...

Page 299: ...circulates the air inside your vehicle See Climate Control System on page 3 28 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you will want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearl...

Page 300: ... cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you are turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer will not strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a tra...

Page 301: ... of your transaxle Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill do the following 1 Apply your regular brakes but do not shift into PARK P yet 2 Have someone place chocks ...

Page 302: ...e Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid engine oil belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you are trailering it is a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts...

Page 303: ...28 Power Steering Fluid 5 36 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 37 Brakes 5 38 Battery 5 41 Jump Starting 5 42 All Wheel Drive 5 48 Bulb Replacement 5 50 Halogen Bulbs 5 50 Headlamps 5 50 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 52 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 54 Replacement Bulbs 5 56 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 56 Tires 5 58 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 67 Tire Inspec...

Page 304: ...aint Spotting 5 98 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 99 Vehicle Identification 5 100 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 100 Service Parts Identification Label 5 100 Electrical System 5 100 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 100 Headlamp Wiring 5 101 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 101 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 101 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 101 Capacities and Specifications 5 108 Section 5 ...

Page 305: ... this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 12 Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 78 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on page 6 15 ...

Page 306: ...outside of your vehicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine...

Page 307: ... is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction ind...

Page 308: ... methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the ...

Page 309: ... are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The fuel door is located on the driver s side of the vehicle When the fuel door is opened on a vehicle with dual sliding doors the ...

Page 310: ... Don t top off or overfill your tank and wait a few seconds after you ve finished pumping before you remove the nozzle Be careful not to spill fuel Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5 95 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 diagnost...

Page 311: ... your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 49 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into app...

Page 312: ...ire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer 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 Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the hood release handle located on the driver s side under the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and push up on...

Page 313: ... your hood prop sleeve when handling the hood prop 5 Put the end of the hood prop into the slot in the underside of the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then follow these steps 1 Lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop 2 Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood 3 Return the prop to its retainer 4 Let the hood down and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Page 314: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood you ll see these items 5 12 ...

Page 315: ...8 J Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 K Coolant Recovery Tank See Cooling System on page 5 28 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overv...

Page 316: ...that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range in the cross hatched area Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through What Kind of Engine Oil...

Page 317: ...ckness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbo...

Page 318: ...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 changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE ENGINE OIL me...

Page 319: ...hen you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing use...

Page 320: ...the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the air cleaner filter do the following 1 Remove the two clamps on the duct 2 Remove the duct 3 Unlatch the two hooks on top of the engine air cleaner filte...

Page 321: ... can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change Automatic Transaxle Fluid A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more ...

Page 322: ... you have been driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C At high speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it is colde...

Page 323: ...on See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the cross hatched area 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dip...

Page 324: ... dipstick back in all the way Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overh...

Page 325: ...your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack...

Page 326: ... should be above the FULL COLD mark or a little higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator ...

Page 327: ...our vehicle s instrument panel cluster See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3 48 You also have an engine coolant temperature warning message on your instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message on page 3 54 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode This emergency operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation If an overheated e...

Page 328: ...heated 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 under Engine Overheating on page 5 25 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 b...

Page 329: ...you are in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning does not come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there is still no sign of stea...

Page 330: ... running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark If it is not you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radi...

Page 331: ... is overheating both fans should be running If they are not your vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosi...

Page 332: ...l 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 would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core ...

Page 333: ...oling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap How to Add Coolant to the Radiator Notice Your engine...

Page 334: ... press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on...

Page 335: ...tor with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 22 for more information about the proper coolant mixture If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve close the valve Otherwise close the valves after the radiator is filled 5 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment Housing Bypass Tube 5 33 ...

Page 336: ...getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans 7 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 5 34 ...

Page 337: ...edure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up with the vent tube 9 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark 10 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank 5 35 ...

Page 338: ...l down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the H hot mark When it s cold the level should be at the C cold mark If the fluid is at the ADD mark you should add...

Page 339: ... Add washer fluid until the tank is full Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters ful...

Page 340: ...ould have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work i...

Page 341: ...rong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not le...

Page 342: ...s not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications If you have rear drum brakes they do not have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected...

Page 343: ...ple if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you have come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelco battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the re...

Page 344: ...m see Theft Deterrent Feature on page 3 96 Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely On vehicles equipped with the optional power sliding door a low voltage battery or replacing a battery may cause the system to become inoperative See Power Sliding Door PSD on page 2 ...

Page 345: ...void the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake Notice If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always ...

Page 346: ... any underhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the ACDelco battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it i...

Page 347: ... Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal ...

Page 348: ...a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to ...

Page 349: ... or Remote Positive Terminal C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positi...

Page 350: ...termine how often to check the lubricant See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine wh...

Page 351: ...et an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See...

Page 352: ... be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the front turn signal parking lamp assembly See Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps on page 5 52 3 Pull the assembly away from the vehicle 4 Unscrew the black retainer ring that holds the bulb assembly in place 5 Pull the bulb assembly straight up from the lamp housing 6 Unhook...

Page 353: ... electrical connector Tighten the black retainer ring in place Push the bulb firmly enough so that the blue tabs hook over the tab on the bulb 8 Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp housing Be careful not to damage the bulb on the headlamp aiming bar 5 51 ...

Page 354: ...l parking lamp assembly See Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps on page 5 52 next Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the thumbscrew attaching the front turn signal parking lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly 3 Pull the front turn signal parking lamp assembly away from the vehicle 5 52 ...

Page 355: ... the bulb by pulling the old one out and gently pushing the new one into the lamp socket 6 Line up the tabs on the socket with the gaps in the socket holes and screw the bulb socket back into the lamp housing until a click is heard the tab popping back out Front Turn Signal Parking Lamp Front Sidemarker Lamp 5 53 ...

Page 356: ...bly with the headlamp assembly lift up the front turn signal parking lamp assembly until the upper edge is contacting the fender 9 Fasten the front turn signal parking lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly with the thumbscrew removed in Step 2 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 1 Open the liftgate 2 Remove the two screws from the taillamp housing on the inboard side 3 Pull off the ...

Page 357: ... Taillamp Bulb 5 Replace the bulb by pulling the old bulb out and gently pushing the new bulb into the bulb holder socket 6 Snap the bulb holder back into place making sure all retaining tabs are properly over the bulb holder tabs 7 Reinstall the taillamp assembly by inserting the outboard locating retaining pins until the lamp is seated Secure with the inboard screws 5 55 ...

Page 358: ...amps Top 3057 Taillamps Bottom 3057 Turn Signal Lamps 2nd from Top 3156 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on...

Page 359: ...backglass 4 While holding the wiper arm away from the glass push the release clip from under the blade 5 Push the release clip at the connecting point of the blade and the arm up Then pull the blade assembly down toward the glass to remove it from the wiper arm 6 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you hear the release clip click into place 7 Push the release clip from Step 4 ...

Page 360: ...Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a poth...

Page 361: ...ons meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C Department of Transportation DOT The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code...

Page 362: ...ature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 71 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 67 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 LT Metric Tire 5 60 ...

Page 363: ...sure on page 5 67 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 D Department of Transportation DOT The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards E Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and pla...

Page 364: ...on Number TIN The Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 91 ...

Page 365: ...the U S Tire and Rim Association B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 as high as it is wide D Construction C...

Page 366: ...ruction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description The service description indicates the load range and speed rating of a tire The load index can range from 1 to 279 Speed ratings range from A to Z The light truck tire size example above shows dual or single tire confi...

Page 367: ...le safety standards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the r...

Page 368: ...e on page 5 67 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 Radial Ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum sp...

Page 369: ...e The Certification Tire label or Tire and Loading Information label shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 Notice Don t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have en...

Page 370: ...r of the tire valve Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires...

Page 371: ...ightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 108 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel 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 the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to...

Page 372: ...at the Certification Tire label or the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 for examples of the labels and where they can be found on your vehicle The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires GM recommends that you get tires with that same TPC Spec...

Page 373: ...s can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United St...

Page 374: ...is tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustai...

Page 375: ...nd of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replac...

Page 376: ...urer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle Accessory Inflator Your vehicle may have an accessory inflator With it you can inflate things like air mattresses and basketballs and you can also use it to bring your tires u...

Page 377: ...tly See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 101 or see your dealer for service Your accessory inflator will automatically shut off after about 10 minutes The light in the switch will blink After about one minute you can use the system again Press the switch and the indicator light will come on Notice If you run the accessory inflator longer than 30 minutes at a time you could damage the inflator ...

Page 378: ...emove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training The jack provided with your v...

Page 379: ...king brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side at the opposite end of the vehicle The follow...

Page 380: ...net 2 Open the jack storage compartment by lifting up the tab and pulling the cover off A Jack B Strap C Bracket D Wing Nut E Jacking Instructions F Bag and Tools G Tire Bag and Cable All Wheel Drive AWD only 3 Remove the jack and jacking tools by loosening the wing nut and bracket 4 Separate the plastic pouch from the jack and remove the jacking tools including the folding wrench and extension fr...

Page 381: ...re tire do the following A Hoist Shaft B Hoist Assembly C Retainer D Compact Spare Tire E Extension Chisel End F Folding Wrench 1 Attach the folding wrench to the extension and insert the chisel end on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 2 Turn the folding wrench counterclockwise to lower the compact spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wrench so the comp...

Page 382: ...Drive Vehicle later in this section If you have a front wheel drive vehicle the hoist is used to store a full size or a flat road tire under the vehicle See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools and Storing the Flat Tire on a Front Wheel Drive Vehicle later in this section If the compact spare tire will not lower check under the vehicle to see if the tire is hanging loose and the cable end and spring u...

Page 383: ...with AWD the underbody tire hoist assembly stores only the compact spare tire See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools later in this section for instructions To store a flat full size tire correctly see Storing the Flat Tire on an All Wheel Drive Vehicle later in this section CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the ...

Page 384: ...ld firmly in place this lets you know that the secondary latch has released 4 Lower the jack by turning the folding wrench counterclockwise Keep lowering the jack until the compact spare tire is resting on the folding wrench 5 Grasp the compact spare tire with both hands and pull it out from under the vehicle 6 Reach under the vehicle and remove the folding wrench and jack Have the hoist assembly ...

Page 385: ...ts but do not remove them using the folding wrench Turn the handle about 180 degrees then flip the handle back to the starting position This avoids taking the wrench off the lug nut for each turn For wheels with a wheel lock key use the wheel lock key between the lock nut and folding wrench The key is supplied in the front passenger door pocket Notice If your vehicle has wheel locks and you use an...

Page 386: ...e rear axle control arms Do not raise the vehicle yet Put the compact spare tire near you CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehic...

Page 387: ...nting surfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper o...

Page 388: ... the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wr...

Page 389: ... damage the cover or the spare Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place CAUTION The underbody mounted spare tire needs to be stored with the valve stem pointing down If the spare tire is ...

Page 390: ...so the valve is towards the rear of the vehicle This will help when you check and maintain tire pressure in the spare 5 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the folding wrench until you feel more than two clicks This indicates that the compact spare tire is secure and the cable is tight The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened A Push and Pull B Turn Tire 6...

Page 391: ... bolt on wheel covers or the center cap Hand tighten them over the wheel nuts using the folding wrench Storing the Flat Tire on a Front Wheel Drive Vehicle Follow the previously listed procedure for storing a spare tire Storing the Flat Tire on an All Wheel Drive Vehicle 1 Remove the tire storage bag and cable package from the jack storage area 2 If the vehicle has aluminum wheels remove the small...

Page 392: ... center of the wheel 5 Hook the cable onto the outside portion of the liftgate hinges 6 Pull on the cable to make sure it is secure 7 Make sure the metal tube is centered at the striker Push the tube towards the front of the vehicle 8 Close the liftgate and make sure that it is latched 5 90 ...

Page 393: ...rts of your vehicle Don t use your compact spare on other vehicles And don t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together Notice Tire chains won t fit your compact spare Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare All Wheel Drive After installing a compact ...

Page 394: ...They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Do not 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 clot...

Page 395: ...area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 If a stain remains follow the cleaning instructions describe...

Page 396: ...ing the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cle...

Page 397: ...ehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely Y...

Page 398: ...learcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish Notice Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on your vehicle Foreign materials such as calc...

Page 399: ...en rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Cleaning Aluminum Wheels Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean 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 s...

Page 400: ... your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water C...

Page 401: ... and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping ...

Page 402: ...l find this label on the inside of the glove box door It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Model designation Paint information A list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unl...

Page 403: ... is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with ...

Page 404: ... to access the instrument panel fuse block Fuse Usage SWC BACKLIGHT Steering Wheel Radio Control Switches Illumination PCM PASS KEY CLUSTER Instrument Cluster to PRNDL Indicators PWR MIRROR Power Remote Control Mirror Switch CRUISE Cruise Control Module Switch and Release Switch Blank Not Used PCM CRANK Powertrain Control Module PCM Ignition Crank 5 102 ...

Page 405: ...nning Lamp Control Module LH T LP Not Used Fuse Usage RR DEFOG HTD MIRROR Rear Window Defogger Relay Heated Mirrors ON STAR OnStar SIR Inflatable Restraint Control Module HVAC BLOWER Heater A C Control MALL CLUSTER Instrument Cluster Body Control Module Electronic Level Control ELC Sensor and Relay Theft Door Ajar STOP LAMP Stoplamp Switch CLUSTER BATT Module Electronic Brake Control Module Electr...

Page 406: ...ry Power RAP Relay Blank Not Used Fuse Usage HVAC DIC DRL HEATED SEAT Air Inlet Actuator DIC Display DRL Control Module Heater A C Control Temperature Door Actuator Front and Rear Window Defogger Relay BCM PRGRAM BCM Programming RH HEAD LP LOW Not Used RH HEAD LP HIGH Not Used PCM ABS IGN MAIN Relay and PCM Electronic Brake Control Module Circuit Breaker Usage HEADLAMP Daytime Running Lamps DRL Co...

Page 407: ...cover turn the knob counterclockwise and lift up When finished to put the cover back on turn the knob clockwise to tighten it Make sure that the remote positive terminal cover is on correctly Fuse Usage 1 Coolant Fans 2 Not Used 3 Circuit Breakers Front Comfort Controls Hi Blower and Headlamp Fuses Instrument Panel Hazard and Stoplamp PASS Key 4 Circuit Breaker Power Seat and Power Sliding Door Fu...

Page 408: ...ols Low Medium Blower Front Wiper Washer HVAC DRL MALL Radio DIC Power Quarter Vent Rear HVAC Rear Wiper Washer SWC Accessory and Power Window Circuit Breaker RAP 18 Fuel Injectors 1 6 19 Not Used Fuse Usage 20 Not Used 21 Evaporative Emissions EVAP Canister Purge Valve Heated Oxygen Sensors 1 and 2 Mass Air Flow MAF Sensor 22 Not Used 23 Not Used 24 Not Used 25 Ignition Control Module ICM 26 Not ...

Page 409: ... Lamps DRL Control Module Headlamps and Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch Theft Deterrent Relay to Headlamps 38 Not Used 39 AIR 40 Mini Fuse Puller Air Conditioning Clutch Diode Relay Usage 9 Right Fan 1 Left Fan 2 10 Left Fan 2 11 Fuses A C Clutch Ignition 1 U H Electronic Ignition TCC Injectors 12 Right Fan 1 Left Fan 2 13 A C Clutch 14 Fuel Pump 15 Not Used 16 Horn 17 Left Fog Lamp Right Fog Lamp ...

Page 410: ...ems Front A C Front and Rear A C 1 7 lbs 2 2 lbs 0 8 kg 1 0 kg Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement Complete Overhaul 7 4 quarts 10 0 quarts 7 0 L 9 5 L AWD Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement Complete Overhaul 8 7 quarts 10 8 quarts 8 3 L 10 3 L Cooling System With A C With Rear Climate Control 9 6 quarts 11 9 quarts 9 1 L 11 3 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 0 quarts 3 8 L Fuel...

Page 411: ...Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap V6 E Automatic 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 5 109 ...

Page 412: ... NOTES 5 110 ...

Page 413: ...ed Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 15 Maintenance Record 6 15 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 414: ...ary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance is important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the...

Page 415: ...on label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 4 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 should be performed when indicated See Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6 7 for further information CAUTION Performing maintenance work o...

Page 416: ...me the system must be reset Your GM Goodwrench dealer has GM trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last service Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for inf...

Page 417: ...flation pressures and wear See Tires on page 5 58 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades See footnote d Inspect...

Page 418: ...00 166 000 125 000 207 500 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 An Emission Control Service Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter normal service Replace spark plugs and ...

Page 419: ... We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the suspension steering linkage transaxle shift linkage and the underbody contact points and linkage a Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition...

Page 420: ...or hinges rear folding seats liftgate hinges fuel door hinge power sliding door cable and sliding door track s More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak g If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement ...

Page 421: ...etails Notice It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 22 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check...

Page 422: ...osition contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2 ...

Page 423: ...gular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the...

Page 424: ...ean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 22 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transaxle DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock ...

Page 425: ...or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood and Door Hinges Rear Folding Seat Fuel Door Hinge Liftgate Hinges Power Sliding Door Cable Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Sliding Door Track Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Categor...

Page 426: ...ir Cleaner Filter 25099149 A1208C Engine Oil Filter 25010792 PF47 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Kit 52482929 Spark Plugs 12568387 41 101 Windshield Wiper Blades Length Type 24 0 inches 60 0 cm Shepherd s Hook Wiper Blade Backglass Length Type 16 0 inches 40 6 cm Shepherd s Hook 6 14 ...

Page 427: ... reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 in this section Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 9 can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts 6 15 ...

Page 428: ...Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Page 429: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Page 430: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Page 431: ... Disabilities 7 6 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 12 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 12 Section 7 Customer Assista...

Page 432: ...after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 442 6537 In Canada contact GM of Canada 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 giv...

Page 433: ...le Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Progra...

Page 434: ...ates only Refer to the web for updated information To register your vehicle visit www MyGMLink com United States or My GM Canada within www gmcanada com Canada Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Oldsmobile has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can ...

Page 435: ...otors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 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 Overseas Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto Rico and U S ...

Page 436: ...tails All TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 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 437: ...tives will explain any payment obligations you might incur For prompt and efficient assistance when calling please provide the following to the Roadside Assistance Representative Your name home address and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number Mileage Vehicle Identification Number and delivery date of the vehicle D...

Page 438: ... appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and...

Page 439: ...yond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper to Bumper warranty coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides det...

Page 440: ... Module SDM in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated such as engine speed brake applications throttle position vehicle speed seat belt usage airbag readiness airbag performance data and the severity of a collision This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicl...

Page 441: ...Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of...

Page 442: ...bile Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33171 Detroit MI 48232 5171 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines tra...

Page 443: ...o Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Ti...

Page 444: ... NOTES 7 14 ...

Page 445: ... AM 3 98 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 100 Anti lock Brake System ABS 4 6 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 47 Appearance Care 5 92 Care of Safety Belts 5 95 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 98 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 92 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 95 Finish Damage 5 98 Sheet Metal Damage 5 98 Underbody Maintenance 5 98 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 99 Weatherstrips 5 95 Arming...

Page 446: ... Bulb Replacement 5 50 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 52 Bulb Replacement cont Halogen Bulbs 5 50 Headlamps 5 50 Replacement Bulbs 5 56 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 54 Buying New Tires 5 70 C California Fuel 5 5 Canada Customer Assistance 7 5 Canadian Owners ii Canadian Roadside Assistance 7 8 Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock 2 16 Capacities and Spe...

Page 447: ...ecuring a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 67 Top Strap 1 56 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 57 Where to Put the Restraint 1 55 Cleaning Inside of Your Vehicle 5 92 Outside of Your Vehicle 5 95 Underbody Maintenance 5 98 Video Screen 3 100 Weatherstrips 5 95 Your DVD Player 3 100 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 5 97 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 96 Cleaning Fabric Carpet 5 92 Cleaning Gl...

Page 448: ...fety Defects to General Motors 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 11 Customer Assistance Information cont Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 12 D Daytime Running Lamps Automatic Headlamp System 3 17 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogging and Defrosting 3 29 3 33 Delayed Illuminat...

Page 449: ...3 43 DVD Cleaning the Video Screen 3 100 Cleaning Your DVD Player 3 100 Distortion 3 98 Entertainment System 3 85 DVD Player 3 89 E Eight Way Power Seats 1 4 Electrical System Add On Equipment 5 100 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 101 Headlamp Wiring 5 101 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 101 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 101 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs 3 51 Engine Air Cleaner Fil...

Page 450: ... Finish Care 5 96 Finish Damage 5 98 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 100 Flash to Pass 3 9 Flat Tire 5 76 Flat Tire Changing 5 76 Flip and Fold Rear Seats 1 8 Fluid Automatic Transaxle 5 19 Power Steering 5 36 Windshield Washer 5 37 FM 3 98 Fog Lamps 3 18 Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks 1 9 1 14 Folding the Seatback 1 19 Following Distance 4 44 Front Reading Lamps 3 21 Front Seat Storage Net 2 54 Fuel 5 4...

Page 451: ...Halogen Bulbs 5 50 Headphones 3 86 Heated Seats 1 5 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Hitches 4 42 HomeLink Transmitter 2 47 HomeLink Transmitter Programming 2 48 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5 10 Horn 3 7 How the System Works 3 25 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank 5 30 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 5 31 How to Add Fluid Automatic Transaxle Fluid 5 22...

Page 452: ...nterior Lamps Control 3 18 Interior Lamps Override 3 19 J Jump Starting 5 42 K Keyless Entry System 2 4 Keys 2 3 L Lamps Exterior 3 16 Interior 3 18 Lamps on Reminder 3 16 Lap Belt 1 38 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 28 1 39 Last Door Closed Locking 2 12 Last Door Locking 2 63 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 59 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 61 Leaving Your Vehicle 2 13 Leaving Yo...

Page 453: ...ervices 6 9 Maintenance Schedule cont Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Using Your 6 3 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 46 Making Turns 4 44 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 49 Manual Seats 1 3 Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle 2 7 Memory Seat 2 70 Message All Wheel Drive Disable Warning 3 59 Center 3 53 Change Engine Oil 3 56 ...

Page 454: ...visor 2 46 Operation 3 28 3 31 Operation Tips 3 34 Other Warning Devices 3 7 Outlet Adjustment 3 34 Outside Convex Mirror 2 45 Heated Mirrors 2 45 Power Mirrors 2 44 Overhead Console 2 53 Overhead Console Switchbank 3 24 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 25 Overseas Customer Assistance 7 5 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 Owners Canadian ii Owner s Information 7 13 P Park Aid 3 24 Park P ...

Page 455: ...6 2 67 Programming Mode Entering 2 61 Exiting 2 69 Programming the HomeLink Transmitter 2 48 Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 1 27 R Radiator Pressure Cap 5 25 Radio Data System RDS 3 67 3 77 Radio Messages 3 69 3 80 Radios 3 63 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 98 Care of Your CD and DVD Player 3 100 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 3 99 Radio with Cassette and CD 3 64 Radio with Six Disc CD...

Page 456: ... Split Bench Seat 1 10 Removing the Stowable Seat 1 20 Removing the Wheel Covers 5 83 Replacement Bulbs 5 56 Replacing Brake System Parts 5 41 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 79 Replacing the Captain s Chairs 1 17 Replacing the Convenience Center 2 58 Replacing the Split Bench Seat 1 11 Replacing the Stowable Seat 1 21 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 12 General Moto...

Page 457: ...eats Captain Chairs 1 14 Eight Way Power Seats 1 4 Flip and Fold Feature 1 8 Head Restraints 1 7 Seats cont Heated Seats 1 5 Manual 1 3 Memory 2 70 Rear Seat Operation 1 8 Reclining Seatbacks 1 6 Six Way Power Seats 1 4 Split Bench Seats 1 9 Stowable Seat 1 19 Securing a Child Restraint Center Seat Position 1 65 Designed for the LATCH System 1 61 Rear Outside Seat Position 1 61 Right Front Seat Po...

Page 458: ...2 13 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 4 19 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems 5 93 Specifications Capacities 5 108 Speedometer 3 43 Split Bench Seats 1 9 Starting Your Engine 2 32 Steering 4 10 Steering in Emergencies 4 11 Steering Tips 4 10 Steering Wheel Controls Audio 3 97 Stereo RCA Jacks 3 87 Storage Areas 2 51 Compact Overhead Console 2 52 Convenience Center 2 58 Convenience Net 2 56 Cupholder s ...

Page 459: ...ion and Rotation 5 68 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 71 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 73 Tires cont Wheel Replacement 5 73 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 70 To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 2 33 Top Strap 1 56 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 57 Torque Lock 2 40 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires 4 41 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 31 Towing a Trailer 4 38 Your Vehicle 4 31 Traction Active Messa...

Page 460: ... States Customer Assistance 7 5 Used Replacement Wheels 5 74 Using Cleaner on Fabric 5 93 Using HomeLink 2 50 Using Song List Mode 3 83 V Vehicle Control 4 5 Damage Warnings iv Loading 4 33 Symbols iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 10 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 100 Service Parts Identification Label 5 100 Vehicle Personalization 2 60 Arming and Disarming the Content Thef...

Page 461: ...Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 7 Warnings cont Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Washing Your Vehicle 5 95 Weight of the Trailer 4 40 Weight of the Trailer Tongue 4 40 What Engine Coolant to Use 5 23 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use 5 14 What Power Steering Fluid to Use 5 36 What to Do with Used Oil 5 17 What Washer Fluid to Use 5 37 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 73...

Page 462: ... Leave After Parking on a Hill 4 46 Where to Put the Restraint 1 55 Why Safety Belts Work 1 24 Windows 2 23 Power 2 24 Power Rear Quarter 2 25 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 37 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 56 Fuses 5 101 Windshield Wipers 3 10 Winter Driving 4 26 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 18 ...

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