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Dinghy Towing

You may dinghy tow your vehicle from the front following
these steps:

1. Set the parking brake.

2. Turn the ignition key to OFF to unlock the steering

wheel.

3. Shift your transaxle to NEUTRAL (N).

4. Release the parking brake.

Notice: If you exceed 65 mph (110 km/h) while
towing your vehicle, it could be damaged. Never
exceed 65 mph (110 km/h) while towing your vehicle.

Notice: Towing your vehicle from the rear could
damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by
the warranty. Never have your vehicle towed
from the rear.

Dolly Towing

Your vehicle cannot be dolly towed, but can be dinghy
towed. See “Dinghy Towing” earlier in this section.

Notice: Dolly towing your vehicle may cause
damage because of reduced ground clearance.
Always tow your vehicle using the dinghy towing
procedure listed in this section or put your vehicle
on a flatbed truck.

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Summary of Contents for 2004 Sunfire

Page 1: ... Gages and Indicators 3 21 Audio System s 3 37 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 31 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 4 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Bulb Replacement 5 44 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 48 Tires 5 49 Appearance Care 5 76 Vehicle Identification 5 84 Electrical System 5 85 Capacities and Specifications 5 89 Norm...

Page 2: ...this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 22713146 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 06 06 03 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive...

Page 3: ...g CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii ...

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

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

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...ldren 1 32 Child Restraint Systems 1 36 Where to Put the Restraint 1 39 Top Strap 1 40 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 41 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 42 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Rear 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 46 Air Bag Systems 1 49 Where Are...

Page 8: ...e you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the lever located on the front of the driver s seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Your vehicle will be equipped with one of the following passenger seat adjusters 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...ease the lever Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place If your vehicle is equipped with easy entry seats this is your front passenger seat adjuster Pull up on the lever located at the front of the passenger s seat to unlock it Slide the seat to a comfortable position and release the lever Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is ...

Page 10: ...e seat and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever and push rearward on the seatback to make sure it is locked Pull up on the lever without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will go to an upright position But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving 1 4 ...

Page 11: ...neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint so t...

Page 12: ...ck side of the seatback and push the seatback forward When you return the seatback to its original position make sure the seatback is locked The latch must be down for the seat to work properly CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked 1 6 ...

Page 13: ...as this feature the right front seat makes it easy to get in and out of the rear seat 1 Lift the right front seatback latch to release the seatback 2 Tilt the seatback completely forward and the whole seat will slide forward 3 Move the right front seatback to its original position after someone gets into the rear seat area 4 Then move the seat rearward until it locks Tilt the seatback completely f...

Page 14: ... could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly 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 raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attac...

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

Page 16: ...crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a sea...

Page 17: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 11 ...

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

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

Page 20: ...rious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 30 or Infan...

Page 21: ...Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 29 Make sure the release butt...

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

Page 23: ...our shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder To move it down squeeze the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release button to make sure it has locked i...

Page 24: ...too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 18 ...

Page 25: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 19 ...

Page 26: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 20 ...

Page 27: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 21 ...

Page 28: ... you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 22 ...

Page 29: ...orks the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are...

Page 30: ...k slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 29 Make sure the release button on the buckle is po...

Page 31: ...ching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 1 25 ...

Page 32: ...t 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 fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 26 ...

Page 33: ...lt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and booster seats and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge o...

Page 34: ...ic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 28 ...

Page 35: ...the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be j...

Page 36: ...er belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buc...

Page 37: ...r neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is...

Page 38: ...ver the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use sa...

Page 39: ...e Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an app...

Page 40: ... bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but als...

Page 41: ...eak 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 of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older chi...

Page 42: ... or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint 1 36 ...

Page 43: ...ces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 37 ...

Page 44: ...ch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a ...

Page 45: ... right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure t...

Page 46: ...raint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored In the United States some child restraints also have a top strap If your ...

Page 47: ... only one child restraint per bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location Top strap anchors are already installed in your vehicle for the rear seating positions You ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel Do not use a ch...

Page 48: ... the rear outside seating positions This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors A B and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap C 1 42 ...

Page 49: ...r the base of the two rear outside seating positions CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restra...

Page 50: ...ld restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 42 See the Top Strap on page 1 40 if the child restraint has one If your child...

Page 51: ...Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 45 ...

Page 52: ...t directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Chil...

Page 53: ...eed to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the 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 right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go...

Page 54: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 48 ...

Page 55: ... The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems Your vehicle has a frontal air bag for the driver and a frontal air bag for the right front passenger Your vehicle may also have a side impact air bag for the driver and another side impact air bag for the right front pas...

Page 56: ...but don t replace them CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal...

Page 57: ...ining control of the vehicle Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Yo...

Page 58: ... bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3 24 for more information Where Are the Air Bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 52 ...

Page 59: ... right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has one the driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door 1 53 ...

Page 60: ...might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering Don t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag 1 54 ...

Page 61: ...shold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design Side impact air bags are not designed to inflate in frontal or near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant A side impact air bag will only deploy on the side of the vehicle that is struck In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because...

Page 62: ...ement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for vehicles with a driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bag What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates After the air bag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people ma...

Page 63: ...crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt ...

Page 64: ... connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so Air bag systems do not need regular maintenance Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are w...

Page 65: ... parts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts ...

Page 66: ... NOTES 1 60 ...

Page 67: ...gine 2 20 Engine Coolant Heater 2 22 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 23 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 26 Parking Brake 2 28 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transaxle 2 29 Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transaxle 2 31 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transaxle 2 31 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 32 Engine Exhaust 2 32 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 33 Mirrors 2 34 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 3...

Page 68: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ...

Page 69: ... may be able to send a command to unlock your vehicle See OnStar System on page 2 36 for more information Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped the remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This d...

Page 70: ...der Remote Keyless Entry System Operation following this section If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation If your vehicle has this feature you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle In addi...

Page 71: ...eft Deterrent on page 2 16 If you press this button again within five seconds all remaining doors will unlock V Trunk Release Press this button to open the trunk You can open the trunk with the transmitter when the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph 3 km h The headlamps will flash twice L Panic Press this button to sound the horn and make the headlamps and interior lamps flash alternately They can b...

Page 72: ...ler Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal us...

Page 73: ...ion Your remote keyless entry system is equipped with a security system that prevents anyone from recording and playing back your signal The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent to it more than once Normally the transmitter and receiver resynchronize automatically However under certain circumstances manual resy...

Page 74: ...by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle Use your key to lock and unlock your vehicle from the outside If your...

Page 75: ... that door s lock It will not lock or unlock all of the doors that is a safety feature Rear Door Security Locks If your vehicle is a four door model it is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the inside Using the Rear Door Security Lock 1 Use a key to move the lock all the way up 2 Close the door 3 Do the same thing to...

Page 76: ...m the outside 2 Use a key to move the lock all the way down 3 Do the same for the other rear door The rear door lock will now work normally Lockout Protection If your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry you have lockout protection This feature stops the power door locks from locking when the key is in the ignition and the door is open If the power door lock switch is pressed when a door ...

Page 77: ...noxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can not see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highe...

Page 78: ... panel to release the trunk lid If your vehicle is equipped with the remote keyless entry system the daytime running lamps will flash twice The remote trunk release will only work when either the ignition is in OFF or ACCESSORY the parking brake is engaged or the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph 3 km h 2 12 ...

Page 79: ...ocated on the inside of the trunk lid of your vehicle This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside Trap Resistant Trunk Kit To help prevent a child from becoming trapped in your trunk you can order a trap resistant trunk kit from your dealer This kit includes the following A modified trunk latch A lighted release handle Seatback tet...

Page 80: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 14 ...

Page 81: ... desired position by pressing the rear of the switch to the first detent To use the express down feature press the rear of the switch all the way down The window will continue going down until fully opened To stop the window while it is lowering briefly press the front of the switch then release it Window Lock Out Four door models also have a lock out switch Press the lock out switch to disable th...

Page 82: ...r If you don t want to arm the system lock the car with the lock levers on the doors or with the power door lock switch Disarming the System If the system is armed press the UNLOCK button on the transmitter to disarm the system The THEFT SYSTEM light will stop flashing If the system is armed turning the key to START will also disarm the system If the system is armed and the trunk is opened using t...

Page 83: ...lock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled During normal operation the THEFT SYSTEM light will go off approximately five seconds after the key is turned to the RUN ignition position following an engine start If the engine stalls and the THEFT SYSTEM light flashes wait until ...

Page 84: ... in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer Automatic Transaxle on page 4 39 or Towing a Trailer Manual Transaxle on page 4 46 for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition you can turn to five different positions A ACCESSORY This position operates your electrical accessories Press in the ignition switch as you...

Page 85: ...on unlocks the steering wheel for vehicle s equipped with a manual transaxle and ignition but does not send power to any accessories Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed but never try to push start your vehicle A warning chime will sound if you open the driver s door when the ignition is in OFF and the key is in the ignition D RUN This is the position to which the switch retur...

Page 86: ... up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF Your radio will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF the radio will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until the driver s door is opened Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine will not start in any other position that is a safety...

Page 87: ...the ignition key to START Wait about 15 seconds between each try When your engine has run about 10 seconds to warm up your vehicle is ready to be driven Do not run your engine at high speed when it is cold If the weather is below freezing 32 F or 0 C let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up 3 If your engine still will not start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gaso...

Page 88: ...ical cord The electrical cord is located in front of the engine coolant surge tank on the passenger s side 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 v...

Page 89: ...ve your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transaxle on page 2 29 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing...

Page 90: ... connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while your e...

Page 91: ... It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on Notice Driving in SECOND 2 for more than 25 miles 40 km or at speeds over 55 mph 90 km h may damage the transaxle Also shifting into SECOND 2 at speeds above 65 mph 105 km h can cause damage Drive in THIRD 3 or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D instead of SECOND 2 FIRST 1 This positio...

Page 92: ...r pedal THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL N NEUTRAL N Use this position when you start or idle your eng...

Page 93: ...ft light This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy When this light comes on you can shift to the next higher gear if weather road and traffic conditions let you For the best fuel economy accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on While you accelerate it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the acceler...

Page 94: ...lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down If you forget to release your parking brake prior to driving away a chime will sound to remind you to release the parking brake Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking ...

Page 95: ...airly level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer Automatic Transaxle on page 4 39 or Towing a Trailer Manual Transaxle on page 4 46 1 Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into the PARK P position like this Hold in the button on the shift lever Push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle 3 Turn the i...

Page 96: ...ARK P without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent tor...

Page 97: ...e shift lever button before moving the shift lever If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF There is no shift interlock in this key position 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift the transaxle to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the gear you want 5 Have the system fixed as soon as you can Parking Yo...

Page 98: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming...

Page 99: ... 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 PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not m...

Page 100: ...t your passenger s outside mirror sit in the driver s seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you The mirror is a spring loaded breakaway design Outside Power Mirrors If your vehicle has this feature the power mirror control is located on the driver s door Turn the control clockwise or counterclockwise to choose the mirror you want to adjust Then move the control in the direction you want ...

Page 101: ...vex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Outside Breakaway Mirror A Adjustment Lever T End B Lever Slide C Mirror D Spring E Adjustment Lever Handle 2 35 ...

Page 102: ...ture OnStar uses global positioning system GPS satellite technology wireless communications and state of the art call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety security information and convenience services A complete OnStar user s guide and the terms and conditions of the OnStar Subscription Service Agreement are included in your OnStar equipped vehicle s glove box literature For more inf...

Page 103: ...vices Personal Concierge OnStar Personal Calling With OnStar Personal Calling you have a safer way to stay connected while driving It s a hands free wireless phone that s integrated into your vehicle You can place calls nationwide using voice activated dialing with no contracts and no additional roaming charges To find out more about OnStar Personal Calling refer to the OnStar owner s guide in you...

Page 104: ...pull the lift lever up and the lid back To close the center console push the lid down until it clicks Convenience Net Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it inside the back wall of the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags behind the net It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops Unclip a corner of the convenience net to fit larger objects...

Page 105: ...hand when using the vent position Press and hold the rear of the switch again to open the glass panel and the sunshade Release the switch to stop the panel in any position Press and hold the front of the switch to close the glass panel The sunshade can only be closed by hand The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if your vehicle has an electrical failure 2 39 ...

Page 106: ... NOTES 2 40 ...

Page 107: ...Enhanced Traction System Active Light 3 29 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 29 Low Coolant Warning Light 3 30 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 30 Oil Pressure Light 3 33 Passlock Warning Light 3 34 Check Gages Warning Light 3 35 Service Vehicle Soon Light 3 35 Fuel Gage 3 36 Audio System s 3 37 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS 3 37 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data...

Page 108: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 2 ...

Page 109: ...sitions on page 2 18 H Windshield Wiper Washer Controls See Windshield Wipers and Windshield Washers under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 6 I Audio System See Audio System s on page 3 37 J Climate Controls and Rear Window Defogger See Climate Control System on page 3 17 K Fuse Panel See Instrument Panel Fuse Block under Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 85 L Remote Trunk Release Butt...

Page 110: ...e steering column Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Move the switch to the right to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Move the switch to the left to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Make sure the hazard warning flasher switch is all the way to the l...

Page 111: ...ay have a tilt wheel which allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the wheel and pull the lever Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and release ...

Page 112: ...r down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the ar...

Page 113: ...his can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes or the clutch pedal if you have a manual transaxle the cruise control shuts off 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 heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous o...

Page 114: ... more you can briefly move the cruise control switch from ON to R A You will go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you hold the switch at R A longer the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake or clutch pedal So unless you want to go faster do not hold the switch at R A Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to ...

Page 115: ...well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up a steep hill you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake or clutch pedal takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too...

Page 116: ...a longer delay or up for a shorter delay The further the lever is turned upward the shorter the delay will be and the further the lever is turned downward the longer the delay will be The wiper speed can only be adjusted when the lever is in the DELAY position Use this position for light rain or snow Q 1 Low Speed Move the lever up to the first setting past DELAY for steady wiping at low speed Q 2...

Page 117: ...using them If the wiper blades are frozen to the windshield carefully loosen them or warm the windshield before turning the wipers on If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washers To wash your windshield pull the lever with the wiper symbol on it toward you one time When you release the lever the washers will stop The wipers continue wiping for about t...

Page 118: ...he band to this position turns off all lamps except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL Parking Lamps Turning the band to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights 4 Headlamps Turning the band to this position turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights 3 12 ...

Page 119: ...K P on models with an automatic transaxle only This indicator light on your instrument panel cluster will come on when the DRL are on A flashing DRL telltale indicates a possible burned out headlamp or that the vehicle may need service to repair a stuck DRL relay When the DRL are on your low beam headlamps will be on at a reduced brightness The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps will not be on Y...

Page 120: ...e parking lamps or low beam headlamps must be on A light on the button will come on while the fog lamps are on Fog lamps will go off while the high beam headlamps are on Continuous use of the fog lamps will shorten bulb life Limit use as necessary Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness The thumbwheel for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column Turn th...

Page 121: ...or Turn each one on and off by pressing its button Map Lamps If your vehicle has this feature these lamps are located in front of the dome lamp To turn the lamps on and off press the button Battery Run Down Protection Your vehicle is equipped with a battery saver feature designed to protect your vehicle s battery When any interior lamp trunk reading dome etc is left on and the ignition is turned o...

Page 122: ...uipment When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the installation instructions included with the equipment Notice Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have an as...

Page 123: ...rmation on defogging and defrosting can be found later in this section 9 Fan Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed In any setting other than off the fan will run continuously with the ignition on The fan must be turned on to run the air conditioning compressor 9 Off To turn the fan off turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to the off position h...

Page 124: ...em removes moisture from the air so you may sometimes notice a small amount of water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine This is normal Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to cl...

Page 125: ...ger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window The rear window defogger will only work when the ignition is in RUN Rear Press the button to turn the rear window defogger on or off Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible An indicator light above the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated The rear win...

Page 126: ...y ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the vehicle that may block the flow of air into your vehicle Use of non GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively 3 20 ...

Page 127: ...ages some warning lights come on briefly when 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 one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warnin...

Page 128: ...designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you ve used and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically United States Cluster shown Canada similar 3 22 ...

Page 129: ... it when the ignition is off press the trip odometer button located near the display You will first see the total miles your vehicle has traveled Press it again to see the mileage since the trip odometer was last reset The display will show the mileage for about five seconds The trip odometer reset button is located next to the odometer By pressing the reset button you can alternate between the se...

Page 130: ... which shows the air bag symbol The 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 crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag Systems on page 1 49 This light will come on when you start your vehicle...

Page 131: ... then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working Then it should go out when the engine is started If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the electrical charging system It ...

Page 132: ...en you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem If the...

Page 133: ...he light comes on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on you don...

Page 134: ...ystem back on press the button again The warning light should go off See Enhanced Traction System ETS on page 4 10 for more information The warning light will come on when you set your parking brake with the engine running and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If the system is turned on and the warning light stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means the...

Page 135: ...ght doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the system is active Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Your vehicle is equipped with one of these gages With the ignition in RUN this gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot It means that your engine coolant has overheated The CHECK GAGES light should come ...

Page 136: ...ngine Coolant on page 5 20 for information on what to do Your vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable le...

Page 137: ...his light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is F...

Page 138: ... should turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 4 Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These condi...

Page 139: ...ely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection fo...

Page 140: ...as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Passlock Warning Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the key to START If the light flashes the Passlock system has entered a tamper mode I...

Page 141: ... are in the warning zones or if you are low on fuel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3 29 and Fuel Gage on page 3 36 Service Vehicle Soon Light This light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition It will stay on or come on if it detects a problem on the vehicle If this happens see your dealer s service department as soon as possible United States Canada 3 35 ...

Page 142: ... problem with your fuel gage At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage doesn ...

Page 143: ... Power RAP With RAP you can play your audio system even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP under Ignition Positions on page 2 18 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS Press and hold the HR or MIN arrow for two seconds Then press the HR arrow until the correct hour appears on the display Press and hold the MIN arrow until the correct minute appear...

Page 144: ... to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps The radio ...

Page 145: ...IO button until BAS or TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass or treble to the middle position select BAS or TRE Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display To ad...

Page 146: ...seconds until you hear a beep L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position first end out of audio mode by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to time of day Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until y...

Page 147: ...t arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps The...

Page 148: ... Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position first end out of audio mode by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to the time of day Then press...

Page 149: ...y If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealer for service Playing a CD With the ignition on insert a CD partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing CD will appear on the display If you want to insert a CD with the ignition off first press the eject butt...

Page 150: ...you hold the pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving back through the CD 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track The track number will appear on the display If you hold the pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the CD 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track Release it t...

Page 151: ...vated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first CD Messages If the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upsi...

Page 152: ...eek to stations with traffic announcements This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call ...

Page 153: ...vehicle speeds Then as you drive automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed If you don t want to use automatic volume select OFF DISPL Display Press this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequenc...

Page 154: ... next preset station Press either arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets The radio will scan only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM six XM1 and six XM2 48 contiguous US states if...

Page 155: ...talk pop rock and classical To return the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL is displayed Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade between...

Page 156: ... NONE will appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type To turn alternate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations To turn alternate frequency off pres...

Page 157: ...ou will hear it If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements press this button and the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop and TRAF will be displayed When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If no station is found NO TRAF will appear on the display If T...

Page 158: ...the signal should return Loading 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 Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavl Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune to an...

Page 159: ...eceiver 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 check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Page 160: ...g If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played TRACK and the track number will appear on...

Page 161: ...the start of the next track If you hold either arrow or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD DISPL Display Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing ET and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display To change the default on the display track or elapsed time press this knob until you see the display you wan...

Page 162: ... label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Radio with CD MP3 If your vehicle coupe only is equipped with the Monsoon audio system in...

Page 163: ...mming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service 48 Contiguous US States XM is a continental U S based satellite radio service that offers 100 coast to coast channels including music 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 ...

Page 164: ...nob 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 only to those with a strong signal w SCAN x Press and hold either SCAN arrow for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds...

Page 165: ...he 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 TONE Press and release this button until BASS MID or TREB appears on the display The SELECT LED indicator will light to show that the tone control can be adjusted Turn the SELECT knob to increase or to decrease If...

Page 166: ...mmed at the factory for use with talk radio but it can be set to a different tone Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers press and release this button until BAL appears on the display The SELECT LED indicator will light to show that the speakers can be adjusted Turn the SELECT knob to move the sound toward the right or the left...

Page 167: ...c announcements w SCAN x You can scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following 1 Press PROG TYPE to activate program type select mode The PTY symbol will appear on the display 2 Turn the SELECT knob to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press and hold either SCAN arrow and the radio will begin scanning the stations in the PTY 4 Press either SCAN arrow to stop at a statio...

Page 168: ...ogram type select mode is activated 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton RDS Messages ALERT Alert warns of national or local emergencies When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station ALERT will appear on the display You will hear the announcement even if the volume is muted or a CD is playing If a CD is playing play will stop during the announcement You will not be able to turn o...

Page 169: ... the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements the radio will stop and brackets will be displayed around TRAF When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If no station is found NO TRAFFIC will appear on the display If the brackets are on the display and TRAF is not you can then press the TRAF button...

Page 170: ... 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 CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune ...

Page 171: ...eceiver 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 check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Page 172: ...lity the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled You may experience an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD If a...

Page 173: ... and you hear a beep The CD will go to the next track play for a few seconds then go on to the next track Press either arrow again to stop scanning RCL Recall Push this knob to see how long the current track has been playing To change the default on the display track and elapsed time push the knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob until the display flashes The selected display ...

Page 174: ...ssions and 255 files the player will let you access and navigate up to the maximum but all items over the maximum will be ignored Root Directory The root directory will be treated as a folder If the root directory has compressed audio files the directory will be displayed as F1 ROOT All files contained directly under the root directory will be accessed prior to any root directory folders However p...

Page 175: ...play will not automatically show the new folder name unless you have chosen the folder mode as the default display see RCL later in this section The new track name will appear on the display File System and Naming The song name that will be displayed will be the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag then the radio will display the file name witho...

Page 176: ...audio source As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display The CD player can play the smaller 8cm single CDs with an adapter 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 has been recorded and the way the CD R has been ha...

Page 177: ...t contain folders or playlists 4 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at 10 times the normal playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 20 times the normal playing speed Release the pushbutton to play the track The display will show REV and the elapsed time of th...

Page 178: ...list number and the folder playlist name Time of day mode will display the time of day and the ID3 tag song name To change the default on the display push this knob until you see the display you want then hold this knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and the selected display will now be the default INFO Information INFO will appear on the display whenever a current track has ID3 t...

Page 179: ...t to your dealer when reporting the problem Personal Choice Radio Controls This feature enables two drivers to store and recall personal settings for radio presets last tuned station volume tone radio or CD The numbers 1 or 2 found on the back of the remote keyless entry transmitter correspond to the drivers 1 or 2 To recall audio sources press the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmi...

Page 180: ...linking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated your radio will not operate if stolen Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise...

Page 181: ...l tightened to the fender If tightening is required tighten by hand then with a wrench one quarter turn XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 48 Contiguous US States Your XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception The performance of your XM system may be affected if your sunroof is open Chime Level Adjust...

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Page 183: ...4 17 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 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Winter Driving 4 26 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 Towing 4 31 Towing Your Vehicle 4 31 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 31 Loading Your Vehicle 4 33 Towing a Trailer Automatic Transaxle 4 39 Towing a Trailer Manual Tran...

Page 184: ... and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with...

Page 185: ...U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if someone plans to drive It is a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general i...

Page 186: ...will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in an increasing number of U S states and throughout Canada sets th...

Page 187: ...t answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the b...

Page 188: ...Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 1...

Page 189: ...t harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle may have anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid If your vehicle has anti l...

Page 190: ...the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls b...

Page 191: ...ck your first reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down may be the wrong thing to do Your wheels can stop rolling Once they do the vehicle can not respond to your steering Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rolling That could 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 sq...

Page 192: ...eel spin See Enhanced Traction System Active Light on page 3 29 You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal The Enhanced Traction System operates in all transaxle shift lever positions But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you have chosen so you should use the lower gears only when necessary See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2 23 W...

Page 193: ...ness control When you turn the system off the Enhanced Traction System warning light will come on and stay on If the Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin when you press the button to turn the system off the warning light will come on but the system will not turn off right away It will wait until there is no longer a current need to limit wheel spin You can turn the system back on at any...

Page 194: ... Then you suddenly apply the brakes Both control systems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have four wheel anti lock brakes adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places You can lose control The same thing can happen if you are steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems steering and accelerati...

Page 195: ...ut unless you have anti lock not enough to lock your wheels See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you ca...

Page 196: ...other vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Loo...

Page 197: ...les are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see i...

Page 198: ...m remember It helps to avoid only the acceleration skid If you do not have the Enhanced Traction System or if the system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may...

Page 199: ...ired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Here are some tips on night driving Drive defensively Do not drink and drive Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps 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 u...

Page 200: ... inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly fo...

Page 201: ...w signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can not try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in...

Page 202: ...deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can not avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing w...

Page 203: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 22 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 204: ...oulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicl...

Page 205: ...trouble free trip Is the tread good enough for long distance driving Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure Weather Forecasts What is the weather outlook along your route Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system Maps Do you have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at ...

Page 206: ...ips safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes c...

Page 207: ...ower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may s...

Page 208: ...ll brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 26 ...

Page 209: ...eezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If you have the Enhanced Traction System keep the system on It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has this system you will want to slow...

Page 210: ... system allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can not reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are...

Page 211: ...it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This sav...

Page 212: ...g can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or other parts of thevehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued can overheat That could cause anengine compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the whee...

Page 213: ... Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground and dolly towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a ...

Page 214: ...xceed 65 mph 110 km h while towing your vehicle Notice Towing your vehicle from the rear could damage it Also repairs would not be covered by the warranty Never have your vehicle towed from the rear Dolly Towing Your vehicle cannot be dolly towed but can be dinghy towed See Dinghy Towing earlier in this section Notice Dolly towing your vehicle may cause damage because of reduced ground clearance A...

Page 215: ...h weight it may properly carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Lo...

Page 216: ... Pressure on page 5 56 There is also important loading information on the Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle see Certification Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds on you...

Page 217: ... this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle If your vehicle can tow a trailer see Towing a Trailer Automatic Transaxle on page 4 39 or Towing a Trailer Manual Transaxle on page 4 46 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and trailering tips Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 1 000 lbs 453 kg...

Page 218: ...on Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capac...

Page 219: ...or tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle 4 37 ...

Page 220: ...ing CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the trunk or rear area of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly If you have fold down rear seats you will find four anchors on the back wall of your trunk You can use these anchors to tie down lighter loads They are no...

Page 221: ...ailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling acceleration braking durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That is the reason for this part ...

Page 222: ... posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Do not tow when the outside air temperature is above 100 F 38 C Do not tow more than 1 000 miles 1 600 km per year Three important considerations have to do with weight The weight of the trailer The weight of the trailer tongue The total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can ...

Page 223: ...y which will also reduce the trailer weight your vehicle can tow And if you 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 vehicle s maximum load capacity If you are using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded tr...

Page 224: ...n you remove the hitch If you do not seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 2 32 Dirt and water can also enter the vehicle Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated ...

Page 225: ...stance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You will need more passing distance up ahead when you are towing a trailer And because the vehicle is a good deal longer you will need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can re...

Page 226: ... signal when they are not It is important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Notice Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles 9 6 km Extended higher than normal engine and transaxle temperatures may result and damage your vehicle Frequent stops are very important to allow the engine and transaxle to cool Reduce speed and shift to a ...

Page 227: ...ing downhill turn your wheels into the curb 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then shift to PARK P 5 Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the ...

Page 228: ...brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you are trailering it is a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions See Engine Overheating on ...

Page 229: ...ngine Coolant 5 20 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 23 Engine Overheating 5 24 Cooling System 5 26 Power Steering Fluid 5 32 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 33 Brakes 5 34 Battery 5 38 Jump Starting 5 38 Bulb Replacement 5 44 Halogen Bulbs 5 44 Headlamps 5 44 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 46 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL With Spoiler 5 46 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL Without Spoiler ...

Page 230: ...et Metal Damage 5 82 Finish Damage 5 82 Underbody Maintenance 5 82 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 82 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 83 Vehicle Identification 5 84 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 84 Service Parts Identification Label 5 84 Electrical System 5 85 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 85 Headlamp Wiring 5 85 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 85 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 85 Fuses and ...

Page 231: ...is manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 58 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Part E Maintenance Record on page 6...

Page 232: ...outside of your vehicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine...

Page 233: ... is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction ind...

Page 234: ... methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the ...

Page 235: ...when you are refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the passenger s side of the...

Page 236: ...badly burned Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Don t top off or overfill your tank and wait a few seconds after you ve finished pumping before you remove the nozzle...

Page 237: ...ype it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 30 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your veh...

Page 238: ...s that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the handle located inside the vehicle under the instrument panel on the dr...

Page 239: ...p into the slot in the hood marked by an arrow Use the prop rod sleeve when handling the prop rod Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer Lower the hood 8 to 10 inches 20 to 25 cm above the vehicle and release it to latch fully Check...

Page 240: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine you ll see the following 5 12 ...

Page 241: ...artment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block under Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 85 Engine Oil If the oil pressure light appears on the instrument cluster it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see Oil Pressure Light on page 3 33 You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea ...

Page 242: ...on page 5 89 Notice Do not add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in whe...

Page 243: ...ckness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbo...

Page 244: ...ne protection When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these are true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule Most trips are less than 5 miles 8 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle The vehicle...

Page 245: ...s Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a serv...

Page 246: ...tightly CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flame if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off Notice If the air cleaner filter is off a backfir...

Page 247: ...tice Use of automatic transaxle fluid labeled other than DEXRON III may damage your vehicle and the damages may not be covered by your warranty Always use DEXRON III labeled automatic transaxle fluid Manual Transaxle Fluid It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to the dealership service depar...

Page 248: ...ide of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to...

Page 249: ...oper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an i...

Page 250: ...on on location CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark 5 22 ...

Page 251: ...Engine Overheating on page 5 24 for instructions on How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Notice If the pressure ...

Page 252: ...ine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool No...

Page 253: ...gine idle in NEUTRAL N while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warn...

Page 254: ...g Fan CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface 5 26 ...

Page 255: ...e burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it isn t your vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cau...

Page 256: ...but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a lit...

Page 257: ...ld get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot en...

Page 258: ... that to stop This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the hash mark on the label Wait about five minutes then check to see if the level is below the hash mark If the level is below the hash mark add additional coolant to bring the level up to t...

Page 259: ...ine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower than the FULL COLD mark add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated See your dealer if necessary 5 31 ...

Page 260: ...nspected and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid 1 Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the C mark If necessary add only enoug...

Page 261: ...n page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when...

Page 262: ...ould have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work i...

Page 263: ...e wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not...

Page 264: ...may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes See Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection on page 6 25 Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Your ...

Page 265: ...cking up and firmly applying the brakes a few times Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and y...

Page 266: ...vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting on page 5 38 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer...

Page 267: ...th a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t...

Page 268: ...ew on page 5 12 for more information on location CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery ha...

Page 269: ...l go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And don t connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Remove the terminal cover and connect the red positive cable to the posit...

Page 270: ...ay from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are...

Page 271: ...black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the terminal cover to its original position Jumper Cable Removal 5 43 ...

Page 272: ...logen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 After opening the hood remove the plastic fasteners holding the shield Use a tool to pry up the center of the fastener Be careful not to break the fasteners that hold the shield in place 5 44 ...

Page 273: ...ehicle to access the bulb assembly 3 Twist the bulb retainer one eighth of a turn counterclockwise and pull the bulb assembly out 4 Disconnect the bulb base from the socket by lifting the plastic locking tab 5 Snap a new bulb into the socket 6 Reinstall the bulb assembly by reversing Steps 1 through 3 5 45 ...

Page 274: ... by reversing Steps 1 and 2 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL With Spoiler 1 Unscrew the bulb assembly from the spoiler 2 Gently pull out the bulb assembly 3 Remove the bulb s by gently wiggling the bulb s from the assembly 4 Replace the bulb s and reverse these steps to reinstall the bulb assembly Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL Without Spoiler 1 Open the trunk and view the access hole under ...

Page 275: ...ener loose On vehicles with a convenience net remove the net and unscrew the fastener Then pull down the trunk trim 2 Remove the taillamp bulb assembly by turning it one eighth of a turn counterclockwise 3 To remove the bulb pull it out of the assembly 4 Push in a new bulb 5 Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to reinstall the taillamp assembly 5 47 ...

Page 276: ...s 3057 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL Four Door Model Without Spoiler 1141 Two Door Model With Spoiler 912 Front Parking Turn Signal Lamps 3457A Halogen Headlamps High Beam H9 Low Beam H11 Tail Rear Turn Signal Lamps 3057 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking See Wiper Blade Check under Part B Owner Checks and ...

Page 277: ...ION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressur...

Page 278: ...Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall The examples below show a typical passenger car tire and a compact spare tire sidewall Passenger Car Tire Example 5 50 ...

Page 279: ... D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the trea...

Page 280: ...on Number TIN The Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 75 ...

Page 281: ... Association B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 70 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 70 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is...

Page 282: ... a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 56 Curb Weight This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant but without passengers and cargo DOT Markings A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation mot...

Page 283: ... that contains a whitewall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure and shown on the t...

Page 284: ...ory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 Inflation Tire Pressure The tire and loading information label shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at le...

Page 285: ... the inflation pressure is low add air until you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to ...

Page 286: ...use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any...

Page 287: ...y an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properl...

Page 288: ...y requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of ...

Page 289: ...performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned a...

Page 290: ...ON Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong whe...

Page 291: ...s To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires Notice If your vehicle has a tire size other than P195 65R15 or P205 55R16 size tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that a...

Page 292: ... may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without t...

Page 293: ...ace to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transaxle shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transaxle to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other sid...

Page 294: ... you ll need is located in the trunk 1 Turn the center retainer nut on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it 2 Lift and remove the cover See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 75 for more information about the compact spare tire 5 66 ...

Page 295: ...off the adapter and remove the compact spare tire 4 Your vehicle s jack and wheel wrench are stored in a foam tray Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk Remove the band around the jack The tools you ll be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B 5 67 ...

Page 296: ...n all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 3 Near each wheel well is a notch in the frame which the jack head fits in The front notch is 9 inches 23 cm back from the front wheel well The rear notch is 8 inches 20 cm forward from the rear wheel well As is shown by the diagram if your vehicle has flared side moldings both front and rear notches are 18 inches 46 cm from the wheel wells Position the j...

Page 297: ...e jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel we...

Page 298: ...emove any rust or dirt from CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a seri...

Page 299: ...heel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 71 ...

Page 300: ... See Capacities and Specifications 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 the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the index for the wheel nut torque specification Don t try to put a whe...

Page 301: ...r collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place A Wrench B Jack C Flat Road Tire D Adapter E Extension F Wing Bolt Extension Installed G Cover H Nut Store the flat tire in the compact spare tire compartment and secure the adapter extension aluminum wheel only and wing bolt Store the jack and wheel wrench in the foam tray 5 73 ...

Page 302: ...jury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare tire is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 75 A Wrench B Jack C Compact Spare Tire D Adapter E Wing Bolt F Cover G Nut 5 74 ...

Page 303: ...u want 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 installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Do...

Page 304: ... when you are cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Do not use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Ble...

Page 305: ...clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt 2 Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines 3 Follow the directions on the container label 4 Apply cleaner with a...

Page 306: ...an with 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 dirt You may have to do this more than once Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you do not get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and vinyl cleaner See your dealer for this produ...

Page 307: ...g the glass on your vehicle use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal bett...

Page 308: ...lean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand ma...

Page 309: ...ll strength glass cleaning liquid The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that loo...

Page 310: ... your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water C...

Page 311: ...d wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping nec...

Page 312: ...arts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label on your spare tire cover It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Model ...

Page 313: ...Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible...

Page 314: ...ull the door forward There is a white fuse removal tool located in the fuse block area Make sure to insert the tabs first when reinstalling the cover Fuses Usage TURN B U Turn Signals Back Up Lamps ERLS Cruise Control Engine Controls BCM CLU Body Control Module Instrument Panel Cluster PCM Powertrain Control Module IGN MDL Ignition Module F P INJ Fuel Pump Fuel Injectors 5 86 ...

Page 315: ...nel Cluster EXT LP Exterior Lamps CIG Cigarette Lighter FOG Fog Lamps HORN Horn Blank Not Used Blank Not Used Fuses Usage STOP HZD Stop Lamps Hazard Lamps Blank Not Used Blank Not Used RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger PWR ACC Power Door Locks Blank Not Used Blank Not Used Blank Not Used O2HTR O2 Sensor Heater HVAC Climate Control System WIPER Windshield Wiper BCM Body Control Module AMPL Audio Amplif...

Page 316: ... Circuits BATT 1 Exterior lamps Power Outlet Horn Audio Amplifier Fuses Usage BATT 2 Rear Defogger Starter Power Locks Stoplamps ABS Anti Lock Brake System COOLING FAN Engine Cooling Fan PCM HVAC Powertrain Control Module Heater and A C Blower CRNK Starter BLO Heater and A C Blower PCM Powertrain Control Module A C A C Compressor A C A C Compressor FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump CRANK Starter COOLING FAN Eng...

Page 317: ... kg Cooling System 8 6 quarts 8 2 L Engine Oil with Filter 5 0 quarts 4 8 L Fuel Tank 14 1 gallons 53 4 L Transaxle Automatic Complete Overhaul 9 5 quarts 9 0 L Transaxle Manual Complete Drain and Refill 1 8 quarts 1 7 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Engine Specifications Engine VIN...

Page 318: ...n can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 25098845 A1172C Engine Oil Filter 24460713 PF2244G Spark Plugs 25337472 41 981 Windshield Wiper Blade Shepherd s Hook Type Driver s Side 22 inches 56 cm 22155307 Passenger s Side 17 inches 43 cm 12362505 5 90 ...

Page 319: ...hecks and Services 6 18 At Each Fuel Fill 6 18 At Least Once a Month 6 18 At Least Twice a Year 6 19 At Least Once a Year 6 20 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 23 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 23 Exhaust System Inspection 6 23 Fuel System Inspection 6 23 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 24 Throttle System Inspection 6 24 Brake System Inspection 6 24...

Page 320: ...e necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid le...

Page 321: ...u have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you want to get the service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your d...

Page 322: ...owing and note how you drive If you have questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them When you go to your dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use a...

Page 323: ...her commercial application One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Chassis Lubrication or 6 months whichever occurs first T...

Page 324: ...Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Every 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Cooling System Service or every 60 months whichever occurs first Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to fol...

Page 325: ...lter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 57 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Serv...

Page 326: ...hange engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for more information A...

Page 327: ... Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for more information An Emission Control Service See footnote 48 000 Miles 80 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 57 for proper rotation pattern and additional inf...

Page 328: ...omponents or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for more information An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 57 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 63 000 Miles 105 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 m...

Page 329: ...e 78 000 Miles 130 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 57 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 mo...

Page 330: ...bricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 57 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Replace spark plugs An Emis...

Page 331: ...otection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the suspension steering...

Page 332: ...Inspection and Rotation on page 5 57 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 57 for proper rotation pattern an...

Page 333: ... in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing Manual transaxle fluid does not require change 52 500 Miles 87 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotat...

Page 334: ...ation on page 5 57 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 57 for proper rotation pattern a...

Page 335: ...ity traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing Manual transaxle fluid does not require change 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Drain flush and refil...

Page 336: ...necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 33 f...

Page 337: ...strip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 26 Manual Transaxle Check It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level Check for leaks A fluid leak is the o...

Page 338: ...d 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 2 28 if necessary Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 On automatic transaxle vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the sta...

Page 339: ...N position but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position With an automatic transaxle the key should turn to LOCK onl...

Page 340: ...your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the...

Page 341: ...n and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look...

Page 342: ...amaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings fo...

Page 343: ...is text your vehicle may require additional brake service Refer to the appropriate GM service bulletin for the proper caliper inspection procedure As necessary caliper pins and knuckle brake pad abutments should be lubricated at every other tire rotation Also see your GM dealer s service department or qualified service center for additional information 6 25 ...

Page 344: ... Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM Part No U S 12345347 in Canada 10953517 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid P...

Page 345: ...ubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242t or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superl...

Page 346: ...odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 28 ...

Page 347: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 29 ...

Page 348: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 30 ...

Page 349: ... 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 States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistan...

Page 350: ...Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top le...

Page 351: ... 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 right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs You can find your specific ...

Page 352: ...ssed 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 Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 ROADSIDE 762 3743 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 ...

Page 353: ...e 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 free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more ...

Page 354: ...ervice or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure Jump Start No start occurrences which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge Dealer ...

Page 355: ...rs are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty r...

Page 356: ...d 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 original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty r...

Page 357: ... terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Vehicle 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 performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor conditio...

Page 358: ...data which is not tied to a specific vehicle with non GM organizations for research purposes Others such as law enforcement may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have 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 Repo...

Page 359: ...ada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 762 2737 or write Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French ...

Page 360: ... information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please ...

Page 361: ...stem 3 75 Anti lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 27 Appearance Care 5 76 Care of Safety Belts 5 79 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 82 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 76 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 80 Finish Damage 5 82 Sheet Metal Damage 5 82 Underbody Maintenance 5 82 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 83 Weatherstrips 5 79 Arming the System 2 16 Ashtray...

Page 362: ...mps 5 48 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 46 Bulb Replacement cont Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 46 Halogen Bulbs 5 44 Headlamps 5 44 Replacement Bulbs 5 48 Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps 5 47 Buying New Tires 5 59 C California Fuel 5 5 Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection 6 25 Canada Customer Assistance 7 4 Canadian Owners ii Canadian Roadside Assistance 7 7 Canceling the Rear Door...

Page 363: ...trap Anchor Location 1 41 Where to Put the Restraint 1 39 Chime Level Adjustment 3 75 Cigarette Lighter 3 16 Cleaning Inside of Your Vehicle 5 76 Outside of Your Vehicle 5 80 Underbody Maintenance 5 82 Weatherstrips 5 79 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 5 81 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 80 Cleaning Fabric Carpet 5 77 Cleaning Glass Surfaces 5 79 Cleaning Interior Plastic Components 5 78 Cleaning the T...

Page 364: ...lications Ordering Information 7 11 D Daytime Running Lamps 3 13 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogging and Defrosting 3 18 Dinghy Towing 4 32 Disarming the System 2 16 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 3 Dolly Towing 4 32 Door Locks 2 8 Power Door Locks 2 9 Rear Door Security Locks 2 9 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 15 Driving At Night 4 17 City 4 21 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 2 Freeway 4 22 Hill and Mountain R...

Page 365: ...heck 6 18 Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing 4 46 Engine Oil Additives 5 16 Engine Oil Level Check 6 18 Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 10 Active Light 3 29 Warning Light 3 28 Entry Lighting 3 15 Event Data Records EDR 7 9 Express Down Window 2 15 Extender Safety Belt 1 29 Exterior Lamps 3 12 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 17 Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM 3 50 3 61 Finding a Station ...

Page 366: ...Light 3 35 Engine Coolant Temperature 3 29 Fuel 3 36 Speedometer 3 23 Tachometer 3 23 Gasoline Octane 5 4 Specifications 5 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 7 5 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 4 Head Restraints 1 5 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 3 7 Headlamp Wiring 5 85 Headlamps 5 44 Bulb Replacement 5 44 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 46 Halogen Bulbs 5 44 Highway Hypnosis 4...

Page 367: ... 28 If You Are Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer 4 40 Ignition Positions 2 18 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check 6 21 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 32 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 56 Inspection Brake System 6 24 Caliper Knuckle Maintenance 6 25 Inspection cont Engine Cooling System 6 24 Exhaust System 6 23 Fuel System 6 23 Part C Periodic Maintenance 6 23 Stee...

Page 368: ...nt Warning 3 30 Malfunction Indicator 3 30 Oil Pressure 3 33 Passlock Warning 3 34 Light cont Safety Belt Reminder 3 24 Service Vehicle Soon 3 35 Up Shift 3 26 Loading Your Vehicle 4 33 Lockout Protection 2 10 Locks Door 2 8 Leaving Your Vehicle 2 10 Lockout Protection 2 10 Power Door 2 9 Rear Door Security Locks 2 9 Long Trip Highway Definition 6 6 Long Trip Highway Intervals 6 6 Long Trip Highwa...

Page 369: ...on 6 23 Throttle System Inspection 6 24 Using Your 6 4 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 46 Making Turns 4 43 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 30 Manual Seats 1 2 Manual Transaxle 2 21 Fluid 5 19 Operation 2 26 Manual Transaxle Check 6 19 Manual Windows 2 15 Map Lamps 3 15 Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle 2 6 Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Coun...

Page 370: ...1 Shifting Out of 2 31 Parking Brake 2 28 Over Things That Burn 2 32 Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park P Mechanism Check 6 22 Parking on Hills 4 45 Parking Your Vehicle 2 31 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 2 31 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 18 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 23 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 26 Part E Maintenance Record 6 28 Passing 4 14 4...

Page 371: ...ear Seat Passengers Safety Belts 1 23 Rear Window Defogger 3 19 Rearview Mirrors 2 34 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 31 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 4 Remote Trunk Release 2 12 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 68 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 66 Replacement Bulbs 5 48 Replacing Brake System Parts 5 37 Rep...

Page 372: ...for Everyone 1 9 Safety Chains 4 42 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Seatback Latches 1 6 Seats Easy Entry Seat 1 7 Head Restraints 1 5 Manual 1 2 Rear Seat Operation 1 8 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Seatback Latches 1 6 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 44 Rear Seat Position 1 44 Right Front Seat Position 1 46 Security While You Travel 7 6 Selecting the Right Schedule Maintenan...

Page 373: ...Problems 5 78 Specifications Capacities 5 89 Speedometer 3 23 Starter Switch Check 6 20 Starting Your Engine 2 20 2 21 Steering 4 12 Steering in Emergencies 4 13 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 23 Steering Tips 4 12 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area 2 38 Convenience Net 2 38 Cupholder s 2 38 Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 5 73 Storing the Spare Tire and...

Page 374: ...orque Lock 2 30 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires 4 42 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 31 Towing a Trailer 4 39 4 46 Your Vehicle 4 31 Traction Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 10 Enhanced Traction System ETS Active Light 3 29 Enhanced Traction System ETS Warning Light 3 28 Trailer Brakes 4 42 Transaxle Fluid Automatic 5 19 Fluid Manual 5 19 Transaxle Operation Automatic 2 23 Transaxle Operation Ma...

Page 375: ...ication Number VIN 5 84 Service Parts Identification Label 5 84 Vehicle Storage 5 38 Ventilation Adjustment 3 20 Visors 2 15 W Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 21 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers 3 4 Other Warning Devices 3 5 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Washing Your Vehicle 5 80 Weatherstrip Lubrication 6 19 Weight of the Trailer 4 40 Weight of the Trailer Tongue 4 41 What Kind o...

Page 376: ...ow Lock Out 2 15 Windows 2 14 Manual 2 15 Power 2 15 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 33 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check 6 18 Windshield Washers 3 11 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 48 Fuses 5 85 Windshield Wipers 3 10 Winter Driving 4 26 Wiper Blade Check 6 19 X XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 75 XM Satellite Radio Service 48 Contiguous US States 3 47 3 57 3 74 Y Your Vehicle and the Enviro...

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