Pontiac 2004 Montana Owner'S Manual Download Page 375

Page: 375 / 508

3. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed

valves.

There are two bleed valves. One is located on the
thermostat housing. The other is located on the
thermostat bypass tube.

4. Fill the radiator 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

Summary of Contents for 2004 Montana

Page 1: ...hts Gages and Indicators 3 36 Message Center 3 49 Driver Information Center DIC 3 56 Audio System s 3 59 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 31 Service and App...

Page 2: ...his manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 10336277 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 06 20 03 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners You can obtain a French c...

Page 3: ...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...

Page 4: ...bels 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...

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

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...afety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 45 Right Front Passenger Position 1 46 Center Passenger Position Bucket Seat 1 46 Center Passenger Position Bench Seat 1 48 Rear Seat Passengers 1 50 Rear Safety Belt...

Page 8: ...at Position 1 80 Built In Child Restraint 1 84 Air Bag Systems 1 96 Where Are the Air Bags 1 99 When Should an Air Bag Inflate 1 101 What Makes an Air Bag Inflate 1 103 How Does an Air Bag Restrain 1...

Page 9: ...elease 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...

Page 10: ...ol forward or rearward Heated Seats Your vehicle may have this feature If it does the heated seat switches are located in the instrument panel switchbank This feature will heat the lower cushions and...

Page 11: ...ed on the outboard side of the driver s or front passenger s seats Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Push and pull on the seat to make sure it s locked into position Pull up on...

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

Page 13: ...n the correct order you can easily remove the seats from the vehicle When you put the seats back in the vehicle follow the label on the back of the seat for proper location Second Row Safety Belt Stow...

Page 14: ...eat s to the normal position do the following 1 Push the seat back and firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear floor pins by pushing down on the rear of the seat 2 Try to raise the seat to check that...

Page 15: ...the split bench seats to adjust the seat forward or rearward One is located below the center in the front of each section of the split bench The other lever is located on the rear of the seat Lift up...

Page 16: ...is locked The seatbacks on each section of the split bench seat can be either folded forward or reclined The following explains how to use the nylon strap or recliner lever to fold or recline the seat...

Page 17: ...ny pressure on the seatback Push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked into place Removing the Split Bench Seat Make sure the seatback is in the upright position 1 For the second row split...

Page 18: ...Do not let go of the strap until the seat is folded all the way forward 6 To unlatch the front latches squeeze the angled bar toward the straight crossbar 7 Remove the seat by rocking it slightly for...

Page 19: ...rotection 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...

Page 20: ...bar toward the solid crossbar while placing 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 fr...

Page 21: ...tback 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 7 If you have the 40 60 se...

Page 22: ...d forward or rearward and removed One of the bucket seats may be equipped with a built in child restraint See Built In Child Restraint on page 1 84 Adjusting the Bucket Seats There are two adjustment...

Page 23: ...g 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 sitting there Always press rearward on the seatb...

Page 24: ...seatback until you reach the desired position then let go of the strap or lever To return the seatback to an upright position pull on the nylon strap or lift the recliner lever without putting any pre...

Page 25: ...the base of the seat to release the rear latches from the floor pins You can also lift the lever on the side of the seat to release the rear latches from the floor pins Do not let go of the strap or l...

Page 26: ...one motion Replacing the Bucket Seats CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on...

Page 27: ...ition labels located on the back of the seat showing where the seat must go Follow that diagram The seat must be placed in the proper location for the legs to attach correctly Make sure the seats are...

Page 28: ...locked in place Captain Chairs If your vehicle has captain s chairs the chairs and seatbacks can be adjusted forward or rearward Adjusting the Captain s Chairs Second Row The second row captain s cha...

Page 29: ...ide of the seat Use the recliner lever to move the seatback to the desired position It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forward taking the weight off the seatback The seatbacks on...

Page 30: ...moving 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...

Page 31: ...erly routed not 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 tha...

Page 32: ...nd the second row captain s chairs are in the full rear position before beginning this procedure 1 Hook the front latches over the front floor pins 2 Push the rear of the seat down to lock the rear la...

Page 33: ...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...

Page 34: ...s 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...

Page 35: ...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 ar...

Page 36: ...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...

Page 37: ...See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 40 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...

Page 38: ...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 32...

Page 39: ...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 33...

Page 40: ...nel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make...

Page 41: ...belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most pro...

Page 42: ...iver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you c...

Page 43: ...just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen T...

Page 44: ...red 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 sur...

Page 45: ...oo 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 Th...

Page 46: ...n 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 se...

Page 47: ...red 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...

Page 48: ...riously 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...

Page 49: ...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 w...

Page 50: ...elt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and y...

Page 51: ...t woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother Whe...

Page 52: ...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 le...

Page 53: ...ops before it reaches the buckle let it go back all the way and start again Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure 3 Feed the lap belt into the retractor to tighten it 4 Position and rel...

Page 54: ...icle has a third row rear bench seat someone can sit in the center position When you sit in the center position of the bench seat you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt lon...

Page 55: ...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 56 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned...

Page 56: ...ike 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 s how to wear one properly...

Page 57: ...e 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 56 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned s...

Page 58: ...strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder be...

Page 59: ...very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should...

Page 60: ...s bucket seats in the second row there is one guide for each outside passenger position If your vehicle has a bench seat in the second row there is one guide for the driver s side outside passenger po...

Page 61: ...2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The guide must be on top of the belt 1 55...

Page 62: ...h the front of the vehicle hits something Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you ll need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Re...

Page 63: ...der 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 thi...

Page 64: ...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...

Page 65: ...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...

Page 66: ...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...

Page 67: ...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 restra...

Page 68: ...ak and its head weighs 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 the strongest part...

Page 69: ...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...

Page 70: ...es 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...

Page 71: ...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...

Page 72: ...ill go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around i...

Page 73: ...ssenger s position because there s no place to anchor the top strap Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as...

Page 74: ...hor Location An anchor bar for a top strap is located at the rear of the seat cushion for each second and third row outboard seating position and for the center position of the second row Second Row T...

Page 75: ...er 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 Do not use a child restraint with a top strap in the right...

Page 76: ...40 side of the 60 40 split bench seat and 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...

Page 77: ...ucket seats the 40 side of the 60 40 split bench seat and both second row captain s chairs CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be abl...

Page 78: ...show you how Also see Top Strap on page 1 66 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 to...

Page 79: ...straint 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 lat...

Page 80: ...elt 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...

Page 81: ...acing 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...

Page 82: ...es not have the LATCH system you ll be using the lap belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the c...

Page 83: ...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...

Page 84: ...straint does not have the LATCH system you ll be using the lap belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the chil...

Page 85: ...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 dir...

Page 86: ...d restraint in this seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear f...

Page 87: ...restraint 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 1 Because your vehicle has a r...

Page 88: ...e 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 th...

Page 89: ...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 chil...

Page 90: ...Built In Child Restraint Bucket Seat 60 40 Bench Seat 1 84...

Page 91: ...raint system conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Each child restraint is designed for use only by children who weigh between 22 and 40 pounds 10 and 18 kg whose height is...

Page 92: ...cle s built in child restraint as a booster seat for a larger child could cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or crash A child whose weight is over 40 pounds whose height is over 40 inches or w...

Page 93: ...the head restraint rearward until it touches the top of the seatback Make sure there is no gap between the lower edge of the head restraint and the top of the seatback 3 Lower the child restraint cush...

Page 94: ...nt cushion can cause serious injury to the child in a sudden stop or crash Secure the child using the built in child restraint s harness Warning Failure to follow the manufacturer s instructions on th...

Page 95: ...cushion 6 Select only one side of the harness Place the harness over the child s shoulder 7 Push the latch plate B into the buckle until it clicks Be sure the buckle is free of any foreign objects th...

Page 96: ...the latch plates to make sure they are secure 11 Now fasten the left and right halves of the shoulder harness clip together The clip can be easily pulled apart and is designed to pull apart during a c...

Page 97: ...restrain the child s upper body Make sure the harness is adjusted correctly Fastening the clip is not a substitute for adjusting the harness so that it is snug 12 Pull the shoulder harness adjustment...

Page 98: ...t should be centered on the child s shoulder The harness should be away from the child s face and neck but not falling from the child s shoulders If you expect that the child will sleep while riding y...

Page 99: ...of the harness off the child s shoulder 5 Remove the child from the child restraint cushion Storing the Built In Child Restraint Always properly store the built in child restraint before using the ve...

Page 100: ...d leg rest up into the seatback 3 Press the child restraint cushion firmly into the seatback 4 Then press the leg rest firmly into the seatback and secure it by pressing the upper corners against the...

Page 101: ...he other restraint systems in your vehicle your built in child restraint needs to be periodically checked and may need to have parts replaced after a crash See Checking Your Restraint Systems on page...

Page 102: ...om the force of an inflating frontal air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air b...

Page 103: ...es Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an air bag for that person CAUTION Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force faster than the...

Page 104: ...ung children and infants need the protection 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...

Page 105: ...Where Are the Air Bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 99...

Page 106: ...river s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door If your vehicle has one the right front passenger s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger s seatba...

Page 107: ...evere frontal or near frontal crashes But they are designed to inflate only if the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level In addition your vehicle has dual stage frontal air bags...

Page 108: ...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 impact...

Page 109: ...ed occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper bod...

Page 110: ...with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing or being able t...

Page 111: ...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...

Page 112: ...our 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 If your vehicle has a built in child...

Page 113: ...vere crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash then you may need new LATCH system parts If the frontal air bags inflate you ll also need to replace th...

Page 114: ...NOTES 1 108...

Page 115: ...ent 2 27 PASS Key III 2 29 PASS Key III Operation 2 29 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 31 New Vehicle Break In 2 31 Ignition Positions 2 32 Starting Your Engine 2 33 Engine Coolant Heater 2 34 A...

Page 116: ...58 Vehicle Personalization 2 60 Entering Programming Mode 2 60 Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting 2 61 Automatic Door Locks 2 62 Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent 2 63 Remote Driver Unlock...

Page 117: ...r 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 a...

Page 118: ...stem 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 46 for more information Remote Keyles...

Page 119: ...ion 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 abo...

Page 120: ...d 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 Personaliz...

Page 121: ...s 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 T...

Page 122: ...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...

Page 123: ...through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use you...

Page 124: ...ide push the manual lever forward Power Door Locks From the inside press the front of the power door lock switch located on either front door to unlock all doors and the liftgate With the content thef...

Page 125: ...iftgate This is also true if you use the remote keyless entry transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry System on page 2 4 Last Door Closed Locking The last door closed locking feature will delay the power...

Page 126: ...operate see Vehicle Personalization on page 2 60 With the automatic door locks feature you can lock or unlock the doors at any time either manually or using the power door lock switches Sliding Door D...

Page 127: ...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 door Dual Sliding Doors To open either sliding door from outside...

Page 128: ...ard 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 clea...

Page 129: ...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 handl...

Page 130: ...Lock 1 Unlock the sliding door and open the door from the outside 2 Push the security lock lever all the way down 3 Close the door 4 Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the other door The sliding door lock w...

Page 131: ...es with the don t symbol to turn the power to the sliding door s off When the power sliding door s is off you will not be able to open the door s by using the power sliding door switch es located on...

Page 132: ...ing door s is open or in the process of closing when you shift out of PARK P a buzzer will sound This is a warning that the sliding door s is not completely closed If the power to the sliding door s i...

Page 133: ...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 sid...

Page 134: ...e power sliding door feature Then if the door closes it will close under the control of the power door system If you want to close the power sliding door s when the override switch es is turned off pu...

Page 135: ...and securely closed 2 Turn the ignition key to OFF 3 If the power sliding door override is on press the textured end of the power sliding door override switch to turn it off 4 Remove fuse 29 from the...

Page 136: ...k to make sure the area above the liftgate is clear before opening it CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t se...

Page 137: ...mly shut the liftgate Don t drive with the liftgate open even slightly See Engine Exhaust on page 2 43 A message in your instrument panel cluster will warn you if the liftgate is not completely closed...

Page 138: ...e 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 ve...

Page 139: ...ns on page 2 32 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 activat...

Page 140: ...epending 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 u...

Page 141: ...o 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...

Page 142: ...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 f...

Page 143: ...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...

Page 144: ...r 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...

Page 145: ...I system at this time If you lose or damage a PASS 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...

Page 146: ...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...

Page 147: ...age 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...

Page 148: ...d To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The electrical cord is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment 3 Plug it into a n...

Page 149: ...everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transaxle Operation Maxi...

Page 150: ...P on page 2 42 CAUTION It is 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 e...

Page 151: ...h speed Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing may damage the transaxle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Be sure the engine is not racing when shifting your...

Page 152: ...use your brakes off and on Notice Driving in SECOND 2 for more than 25 miles 40 km or at speeds over 55 mph 90 km h may damage the transaxle Also shifting into SECOND 2 at speeds above 65 mph 105 km...

Page 153: ...dal with your left foot To release the tension on the parking brake cable you will need to apply about the same amount of pressure to the parking brake pedal as you did when you set the parking brake...

Page 154: ...e vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Tow...

Page 155: ...he parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Do not leave your vehicle with the engine running...

Page 156: ...u can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK P when the ignition is in the OFF...

Page 157: ...consciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was...

Page 158: ...a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard 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 PAR...

Page 159: ...ect 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 si...

Page 160: ...he OnStar System OnStar uses global positioning system GPS satellite technology wireless communications and call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety security information and convenience...

Page 161: ...n 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 p...

Page 162: ...tion is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the...

Page 163: ...tons 2 Position the end of your hand held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the indicator light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the de...

Page 164: ...wo HomeLink buttons begin with Step 2 of Programming HomeLink Do not repeat Step 1 Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit...

Page 165: ...be reprogrammed See Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button next Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained follow these steps 1 P...

Page 166: ...hen pull the door down if you need it fully open To close the glove box the door must be pushed up past the detent Cupholder s There are cupholders located below the center instrument panel switchbank...

Page 167: ...Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 56 HomeLink Transmitter buttons See HomeLink Transmitter on page 2 48 If your vehicle has the HomeLink transmitter buttons they will take the pla...

Page 168: ...press the opener firmly into place 4 Once the opener is installed use the black pegs inside the compartment door to make sure the lined area on the compartment door will contact the control button on...

Page 169: ...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...

Page 170: ...arry 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...

Page 171: ...be in the upper left corner 2 Attach the lower hooks to the metal rings on the floor 3 Once you ve loaded items into the net stretch the higher side of the net up and over the top of the load to hold...

Page 172: ...olding 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 t...

Page 173: ...own 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 ce...

Page 174: ...ft Content Theft Arming Disarming 2 X X X 3 X X X X X 4 X X X X X X X Entering Programming Mode To program features your vehicle must be in the programming mode Follow these steps 1 The content theft...

Page 175: ...d since then To determine the current mode or to change the mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode earlier in this section 2 Turn the interior lamps on by turnin...

Page 176: ...on all doors will unlock automatically Shift out of PARK P with the ignition on and the driver s door closed all doors will lock automatically Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 3 The mode...

Page 177: ...e will lock Mode 4 Both Features On This combines Modes 2 and 3 Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 4 The mode may have been changed since then To determine the current mode or to change th...

Page 178: ...nce then To determine the current mode or to change the mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode on page 2 60 2 Press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitte...

Page 179: ...et you know the command has been received When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock your vehicle or operate your optional power sliding door s your parking lamps will flash to let yo...

Page 180: ...ll sound and your parking lamps will flash for up to two minutes Mode 3 Feature Off Your content theft deterrent system is always disarmed Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 4 The mode may...

Page 181: ...er Mode 2 Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Arm Disarm Only The system will arm when you lock the doors with your remote keyless entry transmitter The key must be removed from the ignition when you loc...

Page 182: ...unlock position during Steps 2 through 4 3 Press the button with the horn symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter 4 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes indicates the vehic...

Page 183: ...t System 3 32 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 34 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 36 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 36 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 37 Speedometer and Odometer 3 38 Tachom...

Page 184: ...3 60 Radio with CD MP3 3 71 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 86 Entertainment System 3 100 Rear Seat Audio RSA Without Entertainment System 3 107 Rear Seat Audio RSA With Entertainment System 3 109 Theft Dete...

Page 185: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 186: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4...

Page 187: ...ge 5 11 K Audio Steering Wheel Controls See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 111 L Horn See Horn on page 3 7 M Ignition Switch See Ignition Positions on page 2 32 N Audio Steering Wheel Control...

Page 188: ...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 bu...

Page 189: ...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 r...

Page 190: ...signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and check the fuse See Bulb Replacement on page...

Page 191: ...the band to OFF to turn off the windshield wipers LOW Turn the band to LOW for steady wiping at low speed HIGH Turn the band to HIGH for steady wiping at high speed DELAY Turn the band away from you t...

Page 192: ...er fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Rear Window Washer Wiper If your vehicle has a rear window wiper the switch is located in the instrument panel switchbank Press the wiper s...

Page 193: ...ou apply your brakes the cruise control disengages CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you can not drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in hea...

Page 194: ...to 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...

Page 195: ...et 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...

Page 196: ...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...

Page 197: ...ps on you will hear a warning chime Daytime Running Lamps Automatic Headlamp System Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be h...

Page 198: ...rake while the ignition is in OFF or LOCK Then start the vehicle The DRL and automatic headlamp control will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the reg...

Page 199: ...heel to the left to turn the lamps off Interior Lamps Override This switch is located in the overhead console switchbank Press the bottom of the switch to keep the interior lamps off while any door is...

Page 200: ...te are closed The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all doors have been closed if they have not been locked See Delayed Lighting following To turn the entry lighting feature off or...

Page 201: ...the liftgate is open and slowly fade out when all doors and the liftgate are closed The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all doors have been closed if they have not been locked S...

Page 202: ...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 la...

Page 203: ...er Switch See Rear Window Wiper Washer under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 7 Fog Lamps Switch See Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 Traction Control Switch See Traction Control System TCS on pag...

Page 204: ...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 a...

Page 205: ...nd when you back up you could strike children pedestrians bicyclists or pets behind you and they could be injured or killed Whether or not you are using Rear Park Assist always check carefully behind...

Page 206: ...t are above liftgate level In order for the rear sensors to recognize an object it must be within detection range behind the vehicle When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The light may flash...

Page 207: ...l 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...

Page 208: ...r outlets Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets Use this mode to send air to the rear of the ve...

Page 209: ...turn the air conditioning system on or off When A C is pressed an indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that air conditioning is activated You may notice a slight change in engin...

Page 210: ...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...

Page 211: ...ear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets on the hood that may block the flow of air into your vehicle Use of non GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the syst...

Page 212: ...nel switchbank Use this knob to adjust the fan speed for the rear seat passengers from the front seating area These controls are overhead on the control panel located behind the driver s seat A rear s...

Page 213: ...stem 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 t...

Page 214: ...an use these controls to personally adjust the temperature and the fan speed for the rear seating area The fan knob located on the switchbank must be turned to R Rear to allow the rear seat passengers...

Page 215: ...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 t...

Page 216: ...d 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...

Page 217: ...cond 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...

Page 218: ...n you start the engine 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...

Page 219: ...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 gag...

Page 220: ...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...

Page 221: ...isplay 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 k...

Page 222: ...system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensor the air bag modules the wiring and the...

Page 223: ...blem Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully I...

Page 224: ...Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle may have this light If it does the anti lock brake system warning light should come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the...

Page 225: ...page 4 8 for more information If there s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on If your b...

Page 226: ...cle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 5 25 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service En...

Page 227: ...ranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criter...

Page 228: ...ehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank on page 5 7 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed...

Page 229: ...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 CHECK ENGINE light is on or not working prop...

Page 230: ...r things 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...

Page 231: ...y 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...

Page 232: ...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 ho...

Page 233: ...em 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...

Page 234: ...our 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 mainte...

Page 235: ...ng and the power sliding door is turned off a buzzer will sound This is a warning that the power sliding door is not completely closed CAUTION If you shift the transaxle out of PARK P and accelerate b...

Page 236: ...and the driver s or passenger s door is open It may also come on if a sliding door is not in the fully latched position Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message This message will come on when the ignition is t...

Page 237: ...on when there is a spare tire on the vehicle or when the anti lock brake system warning light comes on or when the rear differential fluid is overheating This message will go out when the differentia...

Page 238: ...ff and then back on If the message stays on see your dealer Driver Information Center DIC Your vehicle may have a DIC If it does the DIC will show information about the vehicle and the surroundings E...

Page 239: ...re information Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north In some areas of the country the difference is great enough to cause the compass to give...

Page 240: ...C to the compass temperature mode Press both the E M and MODE buttons simultaneously for at least 10 seconds until the calibration symbol appears Release both buttons and complete three 360 turns in a...

Page 241: ...add what you want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehi...

Page 242: ...e time until UPDATED appears on the display If the time is not available from the station NO UPDATE will appear on the display RDS time is broadcast once a minute Once you have tuned to an RDS broadca...

Page 243: ...c news sports talk and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and text information including song title and artist name A service fee is required in order to receive the XM service F...

Page 244: ...ob to select radio stations w SEEK x Press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will seek only to stations that are in the selected band and o...

Page 245: ...ted Turn the SELECT knob to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Pressing and holding the TONE button until FLAT appears on the display will return...

Page 246: ...s will return all speaker settings to the middle position Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press PROG TYPE to activate program typ...

Page 247: ...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...

Page 248: ...til 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...

Page 249: ...uld take no longer than 30 seconds No Signal Loss of signal Your system is functioning correctly but you are in a location that is blocking the XM signal When you move into an open area the signal sho...

Page 250: ...d Your system is working properly XM Locked Theft lock active The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between v...

Page 251: ...n 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 g...

Page 252: ...The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio The CD symbol will appear on the display when a CD...

Page 253: ...ct information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear on...

Page 254: ...d push the RCL knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change...

Page 255: ...ep Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return and the equalization that you selected will be automatically stored for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushb...

Page 256: ...hat the speakers can be adjusted Turn the SELECT knob to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers Pressing and holding the BAL FADE button for two seconds will return all speaker settings...

Page 257: ...not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite PTYs These pushbuttons have factory PTY presets You can set up to 12...

Page 258: ...t If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements press the TRAF button and the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic anno...

Page 259: ...signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly...

Page 260: ...ceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced...

Page 261: ...dapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner If playing a CD R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the music that...

Page 262: ...nd to play the track w SCAN x Press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN and the track number appear on the display and you hear a beep The CD will go to the next track play for...

Page 263: ...complexity and confusion in trying to locate a particular folder during playback If a CD contains more than the maximum of 50 folders 50 playlists 10 sessions and 255 files the player will let you acc...

Page 264: ...s the default display see RCL later in this section The new track name will be displayed File System and Naming The song name that will be displayed will be the song name that is contained in the ID3...

Page 265: ...r appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 1 Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to ad...

Page 266: ...e you to the previous folder and random the tracks in that folder This function will not work on a disc that does not contain folders or playlists w SEEK x Press the up arrow to go to the start of the...

Page 267: ...appear on the display when a CD is loaded EJECT Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this b...

Page 268: ...rrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear...

Page 269: ...48 contiguous US states if equipped press the RCL knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Ch...

Page 270: ...pushbutton the station you set will return and the equalization that you selected will be automatically stored for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble...

Page 271: ...to activate program type select mode P TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the P TYPE knob to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press either SEEK arrow to s...

Page 272: ...lternate 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 you turn the ignition off and then on again the alte...

Page 273: ...age 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 announcemen...

Page 274: ...Explicit Language Channels XL on the radio display after the channel name indicates content with explicit language These channels or any others can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800...

Page 275: ...available at this time on this channel Your system is working properly No Info Song Program Title not available No song title information is available at this time on this channel Your system is work...

Page 276: ...ult Consult with your dealer Chk XMRcvr Hardware failure If this message does not clear within a short period of time your receiver may have a fault Consult with your retail location Playing a CD The...

Page 277: ...button for two seconds You will hear a beep and the light located to the right of the slot will begin to flash 3 Once the light stops flashing and turns green load a CD Insert the CD partway into the...

Page 278: ...5 second eject timer will reset at each press of eject which will cause the receiver to not eject the CD until the 25 second time period has elapsed Once the player stops and the CD is ejected remove...

Page 279: ...track If you hold an arrow or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD sSCAN t To scan one CD press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seco...

Page 280: ...eat Steps 3 and 4 for saving other selections S LIST FULL will appear on the display if you try to save more than 20 selections To play the song list press the SONG LIST button One beep will be heard...

Page 281: ...ist mode press the SONG LIST button One beep will be heard and S LIST will be removed from the display CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the radio display it could be for one of the foll...

Page 282: ...the temperature is within the operating range This protection feature will keep your video components from being damaged while the temperature is below 4 F 20 C or above 140 F 60 C To resume operation...

Page 283: ...ion To adjust the volume on the headphones use the volume control located on the right side Notice Do not store the headphones in heat or direct sunlight This could damage the headphones and repairs w...

Page 284: ...ll speakers when the front audio system is being used and the rear seat audio system is off Sound from the DVD player or an auxiliary device can be heard through all speakers when the front audio syst...

Page 285: ...and while RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP under Ignition Positions on page 2 32 The entertainment system is only compatible with DVDs authorized for use in the United States and Canada...

Page 286: ...s not begin playing the movie automatically press the play pause button on the face of the DVD player or the remote control If the DVD still does not play refer to the on screen instructions Stopping...

Page 287: ...ine of sight may also affect the function of the remote control Notice Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight may damage it and the repairs would not be covered by your warrant...

Page 288: ...erent on every disc Use the up down right and left arrow buttons to move the cursor around the media menu After making your selection press Enter Some discs may contain a short skit leading up to the...

Page 289: ...at passengers switch the source for the main radio to a remote source the RSA will play the same remote source The rear speakers will be muted when the RSA power is turned on You may operate the RSA f...

Page 290: ...K arrow until the radio goes into scan mode The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press SEEK again to stop scanning The scan function is inactive if fron...

Page 291: ...ons even when the main radio is off The DVD or auxiliary device will always be available on channel A of the headphones All other sources are available on channel B You will not be able to listen to X...

Page 292: ...s then go on to the next preset station This feature will only scan the presets that are in the selected band The selected radio station will appear on the display above the video screen Press this bu...

Page 293: ...he MP3 CD player pressing this button will take you to the next folder AM FM Press this button to choose FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 48 contiguous US states if equipped Press this button to listen to the...

Page 294: ...0 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go XM Satellite Radio Service 48 Contiguous US States XM Satellite Radio gives you digital...

Page 295: ...e 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...

Page 296: ...NOTES 3 114...

Page 297: ...4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 18 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 24 Hill and Mountain...

Page 298: ...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 difficu...

Page 299: ...rinking 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...

Page 300: ...ffected 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 im...

Page 301: ...nd 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 bee...

Page 302: ...he 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 brak...

Page 303: ...u 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 wo...

Page 304: ...ld 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 steeri...

Page 305: ...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...

Page 306: ...p to 20 minutes depending on outside temperature and vehicle use See All Wheel Drive Disable Warning Message on page 3 55 Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine s...

Page 307: ...ou want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable condi...

Page 308: ...ave avoided the object The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may...

Page 309: ...up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it is all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on you...

Page 310: ...urn If you are being passed make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happe...

Page 311: ...ing distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by...

Page 312: ...dlamps behind you Since you can not see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only...

Page 313: ...saimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse...

Page 314: ...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 harde...

Page 315: ...ehicle 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 tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happ...

Page 316: ...drown Do not ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking...

Page 317: ...y 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...

Page 318: ...p 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 an...

Page 319: ...your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service ex...

Page 320: ...ave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ve...

Page 321: ...with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going dow...

Page 322: ...flective 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...

Page 323: ...In Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 30 Even though your vehicle has a traction system you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions See Traction Control System TCS on page 4...

Page 324: ...ridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you...

Page 325: ...n 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 Op...

Page 326: ...known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxl...

Page 327: ...need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 31 Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside...

Page 328: ...with any of its wheels on the ground It can be towed with car carrier equipment Notice Towing an all wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or even with only two of its wheels on the...

Page 329: ...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 yo...

Page 330: ...ight 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 ava...

Page 331: ...nt 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 Sub...

Page 332: ...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...

Page 333: ...ash 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...

Page 334: ...aler 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 tr...

Page 335: ...siderably 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 restric...

Page 336: ...six occupants or up to 3 200 lbs 1 410 kg with up to two occupants But even that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature...

Page 337: ...tow And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 for more information about your ve...

Page 338: ...s in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do remember to seal the holes when you remove the hitch If you do not seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can ge...

Page 339: ...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 A...

Page 340: ...arp 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 o...

Page 341: ...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...

Page 342: ...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...

Page 343: ...omatic Transaxle Fluid 5 19 Engine Coolant 5 22 Radiator Pressure Cap 5 25 Engine Overheating 5 25 Cooling System 5 28 Power Steering Fluid 5 35 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 36 Brakes 5 38 Battery 5 41 J...

Page 344: ...ips 5 101 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 101 Sheet Metal Damage 5 103 Finish Damage 5 103 Underbody Maintenance 5 104 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 104 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 104 Vehi...

Page 345: ...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 Servi...

Page 346: ...utside 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 highe...

Page 347: ...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 stat...

Page 348: ...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 gasol...

Page 349: ...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...

Page 350: ...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...

Page 351: ...your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 44 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electr...

Page 352: ...clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer...

Page 353: ...rage clip The hood prop may be hot due to increased engine temperatures under the hood so be careful when handling it Use your hood prop sleeve when handling the hood prop 5 Put the end of the hood pr...

Page 354: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood you ll see these items 5 12...

Page 355: ...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 oi...

Page 356: ...hat 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 f...

Page 357: ...not available you may use SAE 10W 30 These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also h...

Page 358: ...has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage...

Page 359: ...en 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...

Page 360: ...he 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 ne...

Page 361: ...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 goo...

Page 362: ...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 flui...

Page 363: ...n 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...

Page 364: ...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 24...

Page 365: ...our 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...

Page 366: ...gher When your engine is warm the level should be above the FULL COLD mark or a little higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery ta...

Page 367: ...an engine coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel cluster See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3 44 You also have an engine coolant temperature warning message on your instr...

Page 368: ...until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be...

Page 369: ...minute or so 1 If your air conditioner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you are in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N o...

Page 370: ...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...

Page 371: ...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 Engin...

Page 372: ...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...

Page 373: ...ling 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 i...

Page 374: ...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...

Page 375: ...or 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 comin...

Page 376: ...ller 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 8 Then replace the pressure cap...

Page 377: ...to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system cou...

Page 378: ...uid is at the ADD mark you should add fluid What Power Steering Fluid to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Always use the proper fluid Failu...

Page 379: ...uid 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 thr...

Page 380: ...uld 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...

Page 381: ...ong 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...

Page 382: ...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...

Page 383: ...s Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelco battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an...

Page 384: ...be covered by your warranty Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negativ...

Page 385: ...and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminal locations on each vehicle You will not need to access your battery for jump starting Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting...

Page 386: ...engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a sh...

Page 387: ...e black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of t...

Page 388: ...he vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jum...

Page 389: ...g 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...

Page 390: ...ermine 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 botto...

Page 391: ...t 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...

Page 392: ...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 L...

Page 393: ...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 housi...

Page 394: ...10 To reinstall the front turn signal 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...

Page 395: ...rning it counterclockwise 5 Replace 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...

Page 396: ...ly 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 ass...

Page 397: ...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 Secu...

Page 398: ...ferent ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 14 To remove the windshield wiper blade s 1 Turn the wipers on to the lowest intermittent setting 2 Turn the i...

Page 399: ...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...

Page 400: ...ehicle 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 mai...

Page 401: ...ns 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 Transpo...

Page 402: ...ture resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 73 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that...

Page 403: ...ure on page 5 68 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...

Page 404: ...al The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread C Tire Identification Number TIN The Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size...

Page 405: ...tion TPC Spec Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal saf...

Page 406: ...nge 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 configurations A Light Truck LT...

Page 407: ...t Ratio The relationship of a tire s height to its width Belt A rubber coated layer of cords that is located between the plies and the tread Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials...

Page 408: ...inflated The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall Maximum Load Rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight...

Page 409: ...ow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 2 32 inch of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 71 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standard...

Page 410: ...yone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get the following Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Ba...

Page 411: ...re 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 00...

Page 412: ...ghtened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 114 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...

Page 413: ...ire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is...

Page 414: ...wed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or...

Page 415: ...requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlle...

Page 416: ...parately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you t...

Page 417: ...le ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 78 for more information Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your veh...

Page 418: ...ssure gage and nozzle adapters CAUTION Inflating something too much can make it explode and you or others could be injured Be sure to read the inflator instructions and inflate any object only to its...

Page 419: ...inflator longer than 30 minutes at a time you could damage the inflator The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Run the inflator for short periods of time only After running the accessory in...

Page 420: ...move 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 wel...

Page 421: ...ing 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 veh...

Page 422: ...et 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 A...

Page 423: ...e 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...

Page 424: ...rive 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...

Page 425: ...e Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools later in this section for instructions on storing the spare or flat tire correctly If your vehicle is equipped with AWD the underbody tire hoist assembly store...

Page 426: ...as you pull the jack out from the spare 1 Place the jack under the vehicle ahead of the rear bumper Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the compact spare tire 2 Turn the fol...

Page 427: ...nch and jack Have the hoist assembly inspected as soon as you can You will not be able to store a spare or flat tire using the hoist assembly until it has been repaired or replaced Removing the Wheel...

Page 428: ...has wheel locks and you use an impact wrench to remove the wheel nuts you could damage the lock nut or wheel lock key Do not use an impact wrench to remove the wheel nuts if your vehicle has wheel loc...

Page 429: ...vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 3 Attach the folding wrenc...

Page 430: ...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 a...

Page 431: ...accident 7 Install the compact spare tire and put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 8 Lower the...

Page 432: ...in the Index for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in t...

Page 433: ...spare tire needs to be stored with the valve stem pointing down If the spare tire is stored with the valve stem pointing upwards its secondary latch won t work properly and the spare tire could loosen...

Page 434: ...o 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 fo...

Page 435: ...Bag and Tools C Jack Store the center cap or the plastic bolt on wheel covers until a full size tire is put back on the vehicle When you replace the compact spare with a full size tire reinstall the b...

Page 436: ...wheels remove the small center cap by tapping the back of the cap with the extension of the shaft 3 Put the flat tire in the tire storage bag and place it in the rear storage area with the valve stem...

Page 437: ...ortion 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 an...

Page 438: ...nt Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again Notice When the compact spare is instal...

Page 439: ...d and the all wheel drive system in operation See All Wheel Drive System and AWD Disable Warning Message in the Index for more information Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous S...

Page 440: ...ons on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Carefully scrape off any excess stain Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used...

Page 441: ...th cool water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow the cleaner instructions described earlier Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove d...

Page 442: ...If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass and or cause damage to the rear window defogger and the integrated radio antenna When cleaning the...

Page 443: ...oving all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 104 Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or t...

Page 444: ...n on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subje...

Page 445: ...cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfa...

Page 446: ...orations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this GM will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by t...

Page 447: ...tor used on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet See your General Motors parts department for these products See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identificatio...

Page 448: ...u check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from wor...

Page 449: ...ing 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 broke...

Page 450: ...nstrument panel Pull the door open to access the instrument panel fuse block Fuse Usage SWC BACKLIGHT Steering Wheel Radio Control Switches Illumination PCM PASS KEY CLUSTER Instrument Cluster to PRND...

Page 451: ...ARD Hazard Switch RR PWR SCKT Rear Electric Accessory Plug Housing DRL Daytime Running Lamp Control Module Fuse Usage LH T LP Not Used RR DEFOG HTD MIRROR Rear Window Defogger Relay Heated Mirrors ON...

Page 452: ...Used Blank Not Used RAP RELAY Retained Accessory 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 Doo...

Page 453: ...over 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 Usag...

Page 454: ...Controls 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 Fuse Usage 18 Fuel Injectors 1 6...

Page 455: ...unning 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...

Page 456: ...12 for more information Application Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant Systems 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 Repla...

Page 457: ...l 9 6 quarts 11 9 quarts 9 1 L 11 3 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 0 quarts 3 8 L Fuel Capacity Regular Extended 19 5 gallons 25 1 gallons 74 0 L 95 0 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y Engine Specificati...

Page 458: ...NOTES 5 116...

Page 459: ...d 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...

Page 460: ...ry 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 maintenanc...

Page 461: ...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 indi...

Page 462: ...ler 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 wit...

Page 463: ...lation 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 servi...

Page 464: ...0 166 000 125 000 207 500 150 000 240 000 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...

Page 465: ...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...

Page 466: ...ack 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 stic...

Page 467: ...tails 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 warrant...

Page 468: ...sition 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...

Page 469: ...ular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake...

Page 470: ...ge 5 22 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Usage Fluid Lubricant Power Steering System GM Power S...

Page 471: ...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 Usage Fluid Lubricant Sliding Door...

Page 472: ...r 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 Sheph...

Page 473: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 15...

Page 474: ...med 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...

Page 475: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17...

Page 476: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18...

Page 477: ...Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United Sta...

Page 478: ...ustomer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please ha...

Page 479: ...22203 1804 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the...

Page 480: ...sed to Pontiac s Customer Assistance Center United States Customer Assistance Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 1 800 762 2737 or 1 800 833 7668 For Text Telep...

Page 481: ...you up to 1 000 toward eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with f...

Page 482: ...ered within 10 miles Emergency Tow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire...

Page 483: ...tor vehicles To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation pr...

Page 484: ...you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by orig...

Page 485: ...cle Data Collection and Event Data Records Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s perfor...

Page 486: ...access to the vehicle or SDM If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection Reporting S...

Page 487: ...wa Ontario K1A 0N5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 762...

Page 488: ...r service procedures adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases RETAIL SELL PRICE 50 00 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information ne...

Page 489: ...tions 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 Easte...

Page 490: ...NOTES 7 14...

Page 491: ...l Wheel Drive Disable Warning Message 3 55 All Wheel Drive AWD System 4 10 AM 3 112 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 113 Antenna XM Satellite Radio System 3 113 Anti lock Brake System ABS 4 6 Anti Lock Brake Syst...

Page 492: ...23 Before You Drive 3 100 Bench Seat Split 1 8 Brake Parking 2 39 System Warning Light 3 41 Brake Fluid 5 38 Brake Wear 5 40 Brakes 5 38 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2...

Page 493: ...en 1 59 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 70 Child Restraints cont Older Children 1 57 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 72 Securing a Child Restrai...

Page 494: ...Past Model Order Forms 7 13 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Customer Assistance Information cont Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 7 4 Customer Assistance O...

Page 495: ...Roads 4 18 Winter 4 26 Driving On Grades 4 45 Driving on Snow or Ice 4 26 Driving Through Deep Standing Water 4 19 Driving Through Flowing Water 4 20 Driving with a Trailer 4 43 Dual Trip Odometers 3...

Page 496: ...ta Records EDR 7 9 Exit Lighting 3 19 Exiting Programming Mode 2 68 Express Down Window 2 25 Extender Safety Belt 1 56 Exterior Lamps 3 14 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 18 Finding a Program Type PTY S...

Page 497: ...Speedometer 3 38 Tachometer 3 39 Garage Door Opener 2 48 Garage Door Opener Compartment 2 53 Gasoline Octane 5 4 Specifications 5 5 Gate Operator and Canadian Programming 2 50 Glove Box 2 52 GM Mobili...

Page 498: ...Safety Belts Properly 1 36 Hydroplaning 4 19 I If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 27 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 26 If the Light Is Flashing 3 46 If the Light Is On Steady 3 46 If You...

Page 499: ...eminder 3 40 TCS Warning Light 3 43 Traction Control System TCS Warning 3 43 Lighted Vanity Mirror 2 26 Loading Your Vehicle 4 33 Lockout Deterrent 2 63 Lockout Protection 2 13 Locks Automatic Door 2...

Page 500: ...54 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 3 50 Low Fuel Warning 3 56 Low Oil Pressure 3 51 PASS Key III Security 3 55 Power Sliding Door Warning 3 53 Rear Hatch Ajar Warning 3 54 Service Traction System W...

Page 501: ...P Park Aid 3 22 Park P Shifting Into 2 40 Shifting Out of 2 42 Parking Assist 3 22 Brake 2 39 Over Things That Burn 2 43 Parking on Hills 4 45 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 34 Passing 4 13 4 44...

Page 502: ...mate Control System 3 30 3 32 Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message 3 54 Rear Reading Lamps 3 20 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1 54 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 107 3 109 Rear Seat Operation 1 7 Rear Seat Outsid...

Page 503: ...eneral Motors 7 11 United States Government 7 10 Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button 2 51 Resetting Defaults 2 51 Resetting the Power Sliding Door 2 21 Restraint Systems Checking 1 106 Replacing Pa...

Page 504: ...6 1 78 Designed for the LATCH System 1 72 Securing a Child Restraint cont Rear Outside Seat Position 1 72 Right Front Seat Position 1 80 Security Message PASS Key III 3 55 Security While You Travel 7...

Page 505: ...t 2 55 Glove Box 2 52 Luggage Carrier 2 55 Overhead Console 2 53 Rear Storage Area 2 56 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5 91 Storing the Built In Child Restraint 1 93 Storing the Spare Tire and...

Page 506: ...l System Warning Light 3 43 Service Traction System Warning Message 3 49 Trailer Brakes 4 42 Trailer Wiring Harness 4 46 Transaxle Fluid Automatic 5 19 Transaxle Operation Automatic 2 35 Transfer Case...

Page 507: ...ehicle Storage 5 41 Ventilation Adjustment 3 29 Video Screen 3 102 Visor Vanity Mirror 2 26 Visors 2 26 W Warm Up Shift 2 38 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 36 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers 3...

Page 508: ...y Belts Work 1 32 Windows 2 24 Power 2 25 Power Rear Quarter 2 26 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 36 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 56 Fuses 5 107 Windshield Wipers 3 9 Winter Driving 4 26 X XM S...

Search results

Summary of Contents for 2004 Montana

Reviews:

Brands by name

Popular brands

Pontiac 2004 Montana, Owner'S Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for 2004 Montana

Reviews:

Brands by name

Popular brands