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Fuel Gage

Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have
left, when the ignition is on. See Low Fuel Warning
Light on page 3-36 for more information.

Low Fuel Warning Light

This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel.
To turn if off, add fuel to the fuel tank.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

The Driver Information Center (DIC) provides the
following:

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A way to personalize your vehicle

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Trip information

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Warning messages

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Summary of Contents for 2005 G6

Page 1: ...19 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 24 Driver Information Center DIC 3 36 Audio System s 3 44 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 36 Service and Appearanc...

Page 2: ...d leave this manual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manua...

Page 3: ...ON 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...

Page 4: ...warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text de...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v...

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...Older Children 1 28 Infants and Young Children 1 31 Child Restraint Systems 1 34 Where to Put the Restraint 1 37 Top Strap 1 37 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 39 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Chil...

Page 8: ...rtle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving If your vehicle has manual seat adjustment lift the bar located under...

Page 9: ...e or lower the front of the seat cushion by holding the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by holding the rear of the control up or down Manual Lumbar If your...

Page 10: ...to the number 2 Press the top of the switch again to go to the low heat setting The indicator light will be lit next to the number 1 Press the bottom of the switch to turn the feature off Reclining S...

Page 11: ...because it will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can not do its job either In a crash the belt...

Page 12: ...of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Power Lift Seat Your vehicle may have this feature First move the seat frontward or re...

Page 13: ...is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked CAUTION A safety belt t...

Page 14: ...hicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fast...

Page 15: ...ashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk aw...

Page 16: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 10...

Page 17: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 11...

Page 18: ...pside 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 airbags why should I have to wear safet...

Page 19: ...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 childr...

Page 20: ...more slowly 4 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 the belt Pull up on the lat...

Page 21: ...pelvic bones And you would 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...

Page 22: ...o loose It will not 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...

Page 23: ...n be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause se...

Page 24: ...riously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much...

Page 25: ...across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can...

Page 26: ...er to the height that is right for you To move it down push down the release button A and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up by pushing the release button up...

Page 27: ...nt Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 13 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s...

Page 28: ...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 pu...

Page 29: ...ng the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This cou...

Page 30: ...very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should...

Page 31: ...k and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat Here is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of t...

Page 32: ...uide on top CAUTION A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the...

Page 33: ...elts reduce a person s forward movement in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you will need to get new ones and probably other...

Page 34: ...r 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 fat...

Page 35: ...small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt C...

Page 36: ...his way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap p...

Page 37: ...ildren ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone unless there is no other choice Instead...

Page 38: ...le in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the m...

Page 39: ...always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young chi...

Page 40: ...or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against...

Page 41: ...es such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and...

Page 42: ...h 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 stra...

Page 43: ...t will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move aroun...

Page 44: ...the seating position where the child restraint will be placed CAUTION Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint to a single bracket...

Page 45: ...s position if a national or local law requires that the top strap be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored There is no place to anc...

Page 46: ...In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint designed for that system To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating position...

Page 47: ...for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion See Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 39 2 Put the child...

Page 48: ...you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint whe...

Page 49: ...elt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set...

Page 50: ...acing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is...

Page 51: ...facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflatin...

Page 52: ...r around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you e...

Page 53: ...y also have a seat mounted side impact airbag for the driver and for the right front passenger Your vehicle may also have roof mounted side impact airbags Roof mounted side impact airbags are availabl...

Page 54: ...crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past Side impact airbags are designed to inflate only in moderate to severe crashes where CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued something hits the...

Page 55: ...Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 28 or Infants and You...

Page 56: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 50...

Page 57: ...act airbag for the driver it is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door If your vehicle has a seat mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger it is in the side of the pa...

Page 58: ...he person seated directly behind the driver it is in the ceiling above the side windows If your vehicle has a roof mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger and the person seated direct...

Page 59: ...roof of your vehicle by routing the rope or tiedown through any door or window opening If you do the path of an inflating side impact airbag will be blocked The path of an inflating airbag must be kep...

Page 60: ...than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform the threshold level for the reduced dep...

Page 61: ...inflator airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag modules inside the steering wheel and the instrument panel For vehicles with side impact airbags the modules are located in the side of...

Page 62: ...ng the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone i...

Page 63: ...mounted side impact airbags if equipped or side impact airbag module and ceiling covering for the roof mounted side impact airbags if equipped Do not open or break the airbag coverings Servicing Your...

Page 64: ...roken airbag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION A crash can damage the restraint syste...

Page 65: ...the frontal airbags inflate you will also need to replace the driver and front passenger s safety belt retractor assembly Be sure to do so Then the new retractor assembly will be there to help protect...

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Page 67: ...Engine 2 21 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2 22 Engine Coolant Heater 2 23 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 24 Parking Brake 2 28 Shifting Into Park P 2 29 Shifting Out of Park P 2 30 Parking Over...

Page 68: ...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...

Page 69: ...he 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 su...

Page 70: ...e Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation The following functions may be...

Page 71: ...ur vehicle The horn will chirp three times and the headlamps and parking lamps will flash three times Press and hold the button for three seconds to sound the panic alarm The horn will chirp and the h...

Page 72: ...entry transmitter battery is low Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace...

Page 73: ...Your vehicle may run out of fuel The remote start feature provides two separate starts each with 10 minutes of engine running Or it provides one start with 10 minutes of engine running which can be e...

Page 74: ...icle starts the parking lamps will turn on and remain on while the vehicle is running 4 If it is your first remote start since last driving repeat these steps while the engine is still running for a 1...

Page 75: ...eme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Outsiders can easily enter through an unloc...

Page 76: ...play through the Driver Information Center DIC until the door is closed See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 40 Delayed Locking This feature allows the driver to delay the locking of the vehicle It...

Page 77: ...C Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle is programmed at the factory to lock all doors automatically when the following are met all doors are closed the ignition is on the shift lever is moved out of PARK...

Page 78: ...trunk release button on the remote keyless entry transmitter When closing the trunk close from the center of the lid to ensure it fully latches CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid...

Page 79: ...Notice Using the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk may damage it Use the emergency trunk release handle only to help you open the trunk lid...

Page 80: ...e with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a ve...

Page 81: ...y without continuously pressing the switch This switch is labeled AUTO Press the front of the switch all the way down and release To stop the window while it is lowering pull up the front of the switc...

Page 82: ...doing any one of the following Press the remote keyless entry transmitter lock button Press the power door lock switch while the driver s door is open Turn the driver s door key lock cylinder clockwi...

Page 83: ...Off the System Alarm To turn off the system alarm do one of the following Press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter The system will then re arm itself Press the unlock button on t...

Page 84: ...ges or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment PASS Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches...

Page 85: ...blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system To program the new key do the following 1 Verify that the new key has stamped on it 2 Insert the already programmed key in the i...

Page 86: ...Towing a Trailer on page 4 38 for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch you can turn it to four different positions Notice Using a tool to force the key from the ign...

Page 87: ...will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until the driver s door is opened Also while in the RAP mode power window operation is allowed for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened Starting...

Page 88: ...ls This feature is designed for shorter drivers since the pedals cannot move farther away from the standard position but can move rearward for better pedal reach The vehicle must be in PARK P or have...

Page 89: ...nt Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location 3 Plug the cord into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock...

Page 90: ...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 on page 2 29 If you are pulling a tr...

Page 91: ...connect with the wheels To restart when you are 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...

Page 92: ...IC OVERDRIVE D When driving on hilly winding roads When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears When going down a steep hill LOW L This position gives you more power but lower fuel ec...

Page 93: ...e may remain in a gear longer than it would in normal driving mode based on braking throttle input and vehicle lateral acceleration 3 Press the shift level forward to upshift or rearward to downshift...

Page 94: ...ng brake handle up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake handle all the way down Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake syste...

Page 95: ...ve the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION It can be dangerous to l...

Page 96: ...awl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P The automatic transaxle shift lock control system locks the shift lever in PARK when the ignition is in OFF In...

Page 97: ...consciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was...

Page 98: ...ngine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 25 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parkin...

Page 99: ...on While sitting in a comfortable driving position adjust the rearview mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle Grip it in the center to move it up or down and side to side The day night cont...

Page 100: ...n located on the lower left side of the mirror is used for the automatic dimming functions of the rearview mirror Mirror Operation The automatic dimming feature comes on each time the vehicle is start...

Page 101: ...ition when not adjusting either outside mirror Both mirrors can manually be folded by pulling them toward the vehicle This feature may be useful when going through a car wash or a confined space Push...

Page 102: ...ek Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www onstar com or www onstarcanada com OnStar Services For new vehicles equipped with OnStar the Safe and Sound Plan is in...

Page 103: ...orts for your area news and sports updates stock quotes entertainment and more You are also able to listen and reply to your e mail through your vehicle s audio system Customize your information profi...

Page 104: ...the programming of your HomeLink Transmitter Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the HomeLink Transmitter Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another pers...

Page 105: ...y gates and garage door openers may require you to substitute Step 3 with the procedure noted in Gate Operator and Canadian Programming later in this section 4 The indicator light will flash slowly at...

Page 106: ...rase all previous programming Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be...

Page 107: ...Press and hold the desired HomeLink button Do not release the button 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds While still holding the HomeLink button proceed with Step 2 under Progr...

Page 108: ...hose in the trunk as far forward as possible Unhook the net so that it will lie flat when not in use Sunroof If your vehicle has a sunroof the switch that operates it is located on the headliner betwe...

Page 109: ...other when the sunroof control is turned to the vent or one of three opened positions There is a separate control for the automatic sunshade The sunroof will only operate while the ignition is ON or i...

Page 110: ...ade to the comfort stop position See Sunshade following When closing the panoramic sunroof to one of the settings the sunshade will automatically close to that setting Anti Pinch Feature If an object...

Page 111: ...Battery Run Down Protection 3 17 Accessory Power Outlets 3 18 Climate Controls 3 19 Climate Control System 3 19 Outlet Adjustment 3 23 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 24 Instrument Panel Cluste...

Page 112: ...ms RDS 3 45 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 45 Radio with CD Base Level 3 46 Radio with CD Up Level 3 51 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 62 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 76 Audio Steeri...

Page 113: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 114: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4...

Page 115: ...Adjustment on page 3 23 I Hazard Warning Flashers Button See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3 6 J Audio System See Audio System s on page 3 44 K Adjustable Pedal Buttons If Equipped See Adjustable T...

Page 116: ...d rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry ref...

Page 117: ...wheel in place The wheel can be adjusted up and down as well as forward and backward Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and...

Page 118: ...out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and the...

Page 119: ...intermittent for wiping at high speed 8 Mist Move the lever all the way down to this position for a single wiping cycle Hold it there until the windshield wipers start then let go The windshield wipe...

Page 120: ...e using before Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise contro...

Page 121: ...crease the speed To set a speed do the following 1 Press the on off button to turn cruise control on The indicator light on the button will come on 2 Get to the speed you want 3 Press the SET part of...

Page 122: ...and then release it Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already engaged Push and hold the S...

Page 123: ...amps Parking Lamps This position turns on the parking lamps and taillamps only AUTO Automatic Headlamp System This position automatically turns on the Daytime Running Lamps during daytime and the head...

Page 124: ...e while it is active turn the turn signal multifunction lever up one position and then back to AUTO Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front o...

Page 125: ...es or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp systems will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than this del...

Page 126: ...en the fog lamps are turned on and off The fog lamps will turn off while the high beam headlamps are turned on Instrument Panel Brightness The control for this feature is located on the instrument pan...

Page 127: ...lamps will turn on when the doors are opened When the doors are closed press the side of each lamp to turn them on and off Trunk Lamp The trunk lamp comes on when you open your trunk Battery Run Down...

Page 128: ...ds the maximum amperage rating Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see y...

Page 129: ...ed The fan must be on to run the air conditioning compressor To change the air delivery settings turn the right knob to select one of the following H Vent This mode directs air to the instrument panel...

Page 130: ...icator light will blink three times if you try to use recirculation in a mode that it can not be used in Only use this mode when it is needed for comfort since window fogging will rapidly occur if the...

Page 131: ...gging 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 a...

Page 132: ...ield quickly do the following 1 Select the defrost mode 2 Select the highest temperature 3 Select the highest fan speed Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog...

Page 133: ...to change the direction and amount of airflow in your vehicle Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into you...

Page 134: ...th 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 le...

Page 135: ...ehicle has this cluster or one very similar to it It includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Be sure to read about them United States shown Canada similar...

Page 136: ...ed GM service center Trip Odometer The trip odometer can display how far you have driven since you last reset it For more information see DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 37 Tachometer The tachome...

Page 137: ...e driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not...

Page 138: ...ery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake sys...

Page 139: ...e the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light If your vehicle has the anti lock brake system the light will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several secon...

Page 140: ...n the traction control system is limiting wheel spin You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal Slippery road conditions may exist if this message appears so adjust your driving accord...

Page 141: ...This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the ori...

Page 142: ...till flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the foll...

Page 143: ...ions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspectio...

Page 144: ...the ignition as a check to show you it is working If it does not come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the bulb Have it fixed right away CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil press...

Page 145: ...e high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 8 Service Vehicle Soon Light This light will come on and a chime will sound if it detects a problem on the vehicle The Dri...

Page 146: ...more information Low Fuel Warning Light This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel To turn if off add fuel to the fuel tank Driver Information Center DIC The Driver Information Center DIC p...

Page 147: ...own on the second line of the display The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons The button functions are detailed in the following Information Mode INFO 4 Informati...

Page 148: ...ot reset it will be continually updated each time you drive AV SPEED Press the information button until AV SPEED is displayed This shows the vehicle s average speed in miles per hour or kilometers per...

Page 149: ...Remote Keyless Entry Unlock Security System Passive or Remote Keyless Entry Arming Select Language English French Spanish or German When the desired option is reached press the enter button to toggle...

Page 150: ...at the brake fluid level is low Have the brake system serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible CHANGE OIL SOON This message is displayed when the life of the engine oil has expired and it should...

Page 151: ...e You will also see a low fuel warning light on the instrument panel cluster LOW WASHER FLUID This message is displayed when your vehicle is low on windshield washer fluid You should refill the tank a...

Page 152: ...les and fuel economy in miles per gallon is displayed If you choose metric all information will be displayed in metric units For example distance in kilometers and fuel economy in liters per 100 kilom...

Page 153: ...ave made your choice press the MENU button to record your selection The initial setting from the factory is ON AUTO UNLK The automatic door unlocking option which allows the vehicle to automatically u...

Page 154: ...l setting from the factory is ENGLISH Audio System s Notice Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio make sure that it can be add...

Page 155: ...the display and the hour number will flash Then turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease To set the minutes press the clock button again The minute numbers will flash Then turn the ADJ knob to in...

Page 156: ...d the knob for two seconds The radio will produce a beep and the selected display will now be the default Finding a Station AM FM CD Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM and CD The display w...

Page 157: ...that numbered pushbutton is pressed the station that was set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble TONE P Q Bass Treble To adjust the bass or the treble pres...

Page 158: ...the default display Then press and hold the balance and fade button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep ALL CENTERED will appear on the display Radio Messages CALIBRATE The audio system ha...

Page 159: ...tton to advance quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release this pushbutton to play the passage The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display 3 RPT Repeat Press t...

Page 160: ...M CD Press this button when listening to the radio to play a CD EJECT Z Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the ig...

Page 161: ...ic 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 i...

Page 162: ...XM if equipped press this knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Nam...

Page 163: ...red on the pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either arrow again to stop scanning presets The radio will only seek and scan stations with a strong signal th...

Page 164: ...manual mode press the AUTO TONE or AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM appears on the display You can also manually adjust the bass midrange and treble using the tone button Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fad...

Page 165: ...cy 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 FM ALT FREQ ON and AF will appear on the display The r...

Page 166: ...it If the station does not broadcast traffic announcements press the TRAF button and the radio will seek to a station that does When a station that broadcasts traffic announcements is found the radio...

Page 167: ...nto an open area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message shou...

Page 168: ...The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle...

Page 169: ...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 handled There may be an increase in skipping difficulty...

Page 170: ...this arrow is pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward through the CD Press the up arrow to go to the start of the next track If this arrow is pressed more than once the player...

Page 171: ...loaded with the ignition and radio off if this button is pressed first CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the display and or the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons...

Page 172: ...ic 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 i...

Page 173: ...f equipped press the DISP knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Nam...

Page 174: ...red on the pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either arrow again to stop scanning presets The radio will only seek and scan stations with a strong signal th...

Page 175: ...sition press and hold the tone button when no tone control is displayed ALL CENTERED will appear on the display and you will hear a beep AUTO TONE AUTO EQ Automatic Equalization Press this button to s...

Page 176: ...and hold the tone button when no speaker control is displayed ALL CENTERED will appear on the display and you will hear a beep Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desir...

Page 177: ...playing play will stop during the announcement Alert announcements cannot be turned off ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS...

Page 178: ...appear on the display If TRAF is on the display press and hold the MSG button for two seconds to turn off the traffic announcements The radio will play the traffic announcement even if the volume is...

Page 179: ...a location that is blocking the XM signal When the vehicle is moved into an open area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring an...

Page 180: ...cted category The system is working properly XM Lock Theft lock active The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped b...

Page 181: ...paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section LOAD Press the LOAD button to load CDs into the CD player This CD p...

Page 182: ...e removed it will eject part way from the radio and the display will change to a flashing REMOVE CD with the single CD symbol flashing until the CD is removed If the CD is not removed within 25 second...

Page 183: ...OFF will appear on the display and RDM will disappear from the display To play the tracks on all of the CDs that are loaded in random order press and hold the RDM button for more than two seconds You...

Page 184: ...when listening to the radio Using Song List R Mode The six disc CD changer has a feature called song list This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections To save tracks into the song list featu...

Page 185: ...l be heard to confirm that the track has been deleted and TRACK number DELETED will appear on the display After a track has been deleted the remaining tracks are moved up the list When another track i...

Page 186: ...y for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it...

Page 187: ...the system Press this button again or any other radio button to turn the sound on SRCE Source Press this button to switch between listening to the radio a CD or a remote device The inactive CD will re...

Page 188: ...or sharp object to clear the inside rear window may damage the rear window antenna and or the rear window defogger Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not clear the inside rear window wit...

Page 189: ...13 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 18 City Driving 4 20 Freeway Driving 4 21 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 22 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill an...

Page 190: ...driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficu...

Page 191: ...rinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to...

Page 192: ...ls above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has double...

Page 193: ...action Control System TCS on page 4 8 Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bri...

Page 194: ...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...

Page 195: ...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 recei...

Page 196: ...nique This will give you maximum braking while maintaining steering control You can do this by pushing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure In an emergency you will probably want to sq...

Page 197: ...s warning light located on the instrument panel cluster will come on to let you know if there s a problem When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordi...

Page 198: ...e control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control on page 3 10 The Enhanced Traction System operates...

Page 199: ...d amount of power steering assist The normal amount of power steering assist should return shortly after a few normal steering movements The electric power steering system does not require regular mai...

Page 200: ...will want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive t...

Page 201: ...d reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you...

Page 202: ...is all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too clos...

Page 203: ...give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reason...

Page 204: ...ehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt If you have the anti lock braki...

Page 205: ...t down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to...

Page 206: ...kings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshie...

Page 207: ...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 yo...

Page 208: ...y map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See...

Page 209: ...e a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the...

Page 210: ...r any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you are ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you...

Page 211: ...plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the...

Page 212: ...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 slowin...

Page 213: ...ne 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 someth...

Page 214: ...or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probabl...

Page 215: ...page 4 6 ABS improves your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Whether you have ABS or not you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement Without A...

Page 216: ...help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a bla...

Page 217: ...ong as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the b...

Page 218: ...nsaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4 30 For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 54 Rocking Yo...

Page 219: ...vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Informatio...

Page 220: ...equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and...

Page 221: ...nt Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight...

Page 222: ...of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Label A vehicle specific Certification label found on the rear edge of the driver s door tells you t...

Page 223: ...nside 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...

Page 224: ...with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing follo...

Page 225: ...e 4 Turn the ignition to ACC 5 Shift your transaxle to Neutral N 6 Release the parking brake Notice If you exceed 65 mph 105 km h while towing your vehicle it could be damaged Never exceed 65 mph 105...

Page 226: ...ould be seriously injured You may also damage your vehicle the resulting repairs would not be covered by your warranty Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your d...

Page 227: ...trol You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then d...

Page 228: ...the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle If you have a lot of options equipment passengers or cargo in your vehicle it will reduce...

Page 229: ...holes later when 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 31 Dirt and water can too Safety Chains...

Page 230: ...g Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns P...

Page 231: ...45 mph 72 km h to avoid overheating the engine cooling system Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you do not shift down you might have to use you...

Page 232: ...trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid do not overfill engine oil drive belt cooling system and b...

Page 233: ...Overheating 5 22 Cooling System 5 24 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 29 Brakes 5 30 Battery 5 33 Jump Starting 5 34 Bulb Replacement 5 38 Halogen Bulbs 5 38 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parki...

Page 234: ...inish Care 5 70 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 70 Aluminum Wheels 5 71 Tires 5 71 Sheet Metal Damage 5 72 Finish Damage 5 72 Underbody Maintenance 5 72 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 72 Vehicle Care Appeara...

Page 235: ...ant to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of...

Page 236: ...1 57 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on page 6 14 CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle...

Page 237: ...7 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal This does not indicate a problem exists or...

Page 238: ...ndition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that wi...

Page 239: ...yl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life...

Page 240: ...als 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 tethe...

Page 241: ...e fuel cap turn it to the right clockwise until it clicks Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would...

Page 242: ...ill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Und...

Page 243: ...r to the right or towards the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Lift the hood release the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood marked with an arrow Before closi...

Page 244: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3 5L LX9 engine here is what you will see 5 12...

Page 245: ...ing Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 29 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oi...

Page 246: ...e Capacities and Specifications on page 5 82 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 engin...

Page 247: ...ements 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...

Page 248: ...ished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL SOON message will come on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 40 Change your oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1...

Page 249: ...nd could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags contain...

Page 250: ...the following 1 Remove the screws that hold the cover on 2 Disconnect the electrical connector 3 Lift off the cover 4 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to re...

Page 251: ...transaxle fluid labeled DEXRON III Approved for the H Specification Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your...

Page 252: ...ne 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...

Page 253: ...low 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 s...

Page 254: ...tly secured Engine Overheating You will find an engine coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3 30 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine...

Page 255: ...ll 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 windows as necessary If you no longer have the overheat war...

Page 256: ...Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a...

Page 257: ...the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they are not your vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage from running your engine without...

Page 258: ...ank 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 19 for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tan...

Page 259: ...eather 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 engin...

Page 260: ...level remains constant at the Full Cold mark for at least five minutes 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose gettin...

Page 261: ...the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer...

Page 262: ...akes 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 wil...

Page 263: ...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 miner...

Page 264: ...d result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes...

Page 265: ...omeone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original bat...

Page 266: ...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 are not touching each other If they are it could cause...

Page 267: ...N Continued If it is low add water to take care of that first If you do not explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it...

Page 268: ...ything until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the d...

Page 269: ...h each other or other metal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable...

Page 270: ...urized 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 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker an...

Page 271: ...ont turn signal parking or sidemarker bulbs unclip the bulb from the socket 7 Install a new bulb 8 Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall the bulb assembly and headlamp assembly Center High Mounted St...

Page 272: ...taillamp assembly 6 Remove the wiring harness from the taillamp assembly by lifting on the release tab 7 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove 8 Pull the bulb from the socket 9 Install a new...

Page 273: ...s and are removed in different ways Here s how to remove the wiper blade 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the windshield 2 Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of the blade and ro...

Page 274: ...You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting ac...

Page 275: ...code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT Department...

Page 276: ...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 t...

Page 277: ...ter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service De...

Page 278: ...cturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicl...

Page 279: ...Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes ca...

Page 280: ...atch This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is t...

Page 281: ...ended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Re check the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the v...

Page 282: ...to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 56 When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s tim...

Page 283: ...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...

Page 284: ...requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlle...

Page 285: ...dup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overal...

Page 286: ...brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 56 fo...

Page 287: ...ccelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a...

Page 288: ...ake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued T...

Page 289: ...e of the trunk s weatherstrip to hold the cover out of the way 3 Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 65 for more inform...

Page 290: ...e to loosen the wheel wrench 2 Unhook the wheel wrench from the jack 3 Extend the handle on the wheel wrench by pressing the button with your index finger and pulling on the end of the wrench You must...

Page 291: ...hem Do not pry off wheel covers or center caps that have plastic wheel nut caps 2 Remove the wheel cover or center cap from the wheel to locate the wheel nuts If your vehicle has a wheel cover or hubc...

Page 292: ...ct spare tire near you CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is sup...

Page 293: ...the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where...

Page 294: ...come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 11 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held agains...

Page 295: ...erly 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...

Page 296: ...the center cap from the wheel 2 Place the jack over the bolt A on the floor making sure it contacts the bolt as shown and thread the jack retainer nut until it contacts the jack 3 With the valve stem...

Page 297: ...up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare wi...

Page 298: ...zardous some more than others and they can all damage the vehicle too Do not use any of these products unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage the vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap B...

Page 299: ...onto a clean soft white cloth Do not apply spray directly to the fabric 4 Start cleaning from the seams into the stain to avoid a ring effect 5 Continue cleaning using a clean area of the cloth each...

Page 300: ...work into the finish it can harm the leather Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying ref...

Page 301: ...it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well remo...

Page 302: ...remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are...

Page 303: ...ive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because the surface could be damaged Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice If you drive your vehicle...

Page 304: ...dy 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...

Page 305: ...me wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and o...

Page 306: ...abels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replaceme...

Page 307: ...em have it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options A circuit breaker in the fuse panel protects the power windows When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting...

Page 308: ...The instrument panel fuse block is located on the passenger s side of the vehicle on the lower portion of the instrument panel console near the floor Your vehicle may not be equipped with all the fus...

Page 309: ...R Ignition Sensor NOT INSTALLED Blank NOT INSTALLED Blank RADIO Audio System INTERIOR LIGHTS Interior Lamps NOT INSTALLED Blank Fuses Usage POWER WINDOWS Power Windows HVAC CTRL IGN Heating Ventilatio...

Page 310: ...sion Fuses Usage 7 Left Headlamp Low Beam 8 Horn 9 Right Headlamp Low Beam 10 Front Fog Lamps 11 Left Headlamp High Beam 12 Right Headlamp High Beam 13 Powertrain Control Module 14 Windshield Wiper 15...

Page 311: ...amps 37 Horn 38 Low Beam 39 Windshield Wiper 1 40 Windshield Wiper 2 43 Daytime Running Lamps 45 Stop Lamp Diodes Usage 27 Wiper Miscellaneous Usage 41 Electric Power Steering Rear Compartment Fuse Bl...

Page 312: ...5 80...

Page 313: ...mote Keyless Entry System XM Satellite Radio Rear Seat Entertainment System Homelink 17 Back up Lamps 18 Not Used 19 Not Used 20 Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Outlet Fuses Usage 21 Not Used 22 Tru...

Page 314: ...igerant R134a 1 1 lbs 0 6 kg Automatic Transaxle Complete Overhaul 9 5 quarts 9 0 L Cooling System 9 6 quarts 9 4 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Fuel Tank 16 3 gallons 61 7 L Wheel Nut Torq...

Page 315: ...ule 6 3 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Reco...

Page 316: ...ry to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenanc...

Page 317: ...riven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 should be performed when indica...

Page 318: ...ur GM Goodwrench dealer has GM trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must serv...

Page 319: ...l Service See footnotes and k Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tires on page 5 42 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and...

Page 320: ...system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 An Emission Control Service Change autom...

Page 321: ...m and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year d Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blades that...

Page 322: ...fluid level checked Add fluid if needed k If you drive regularly under dusty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should b...

Page 323: ...is stored securely Push pull and then try to turn the spare tire If it moves tighten it See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 56 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this...

Page 324: ...mmediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to ON but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with nor...

Page 325: ...e 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 vehic...

Page 326: ...Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Automatic Transaxle DEXRON III Automati...

Page 327: ...ation can be obtained from your GM dealer Part GM Part Numbers ACDelco Part Numbers Engine Air Cleaner Filter 10366901 A1615C Engine Oil Filter 25010792 PF47 Spark Plugs 12568387 41 101 Windshield Wip...

Page 328: ...ces performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 can be added on the following record pages You should...

Page 329: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15...

Page 330: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16...

Page 331: ...ram 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Gov...

Page 332: ...tomer 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...

Page 333: ...22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the...

Page 334: ...encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to Pontiac the letter should be addressed to Pontiac s Customer Assistance Center United States Custo...

Page 335: ...toward eligible aftermarket driver s or passenger s adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle such as hand controls and wheelchair scooter lifts The offer is available for a limited period...

Page 336: ...warranty However when other services are utilized our Roadside Assistance Representatives will explain any payment obligations you might incur For prompt and efficient assistance when calling please p...

Page 337: ...Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle...

Page 338: ...ld you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses of up to a five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supp...

Page 339: ...terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer syste...

Page 340: ...a 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...

Page 341: ...Transport Canada 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 ho...

Page 342: ...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 Portfoli...

Page 343: ...Belts 5 69 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 72 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 69 Fabric Carpet 5 66 Finish Care 5 70 Appearance Care cont Finish Damage 5 72 Glass Surfaces 5 68 Instrument Panel 5 68 Inter...

Page 344: ...ront Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 38 Replacement Bulbs 5 40 Bulb Replacement cont Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemarker Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps 5 40 Buying New Tires 5 51 C California Fue...

Page 345: ...d and Wiper Blades 5 70 Climate Control System 3 19 Outlet Adjustment 3 23 Comfort Guides Rear Safety Belt 1 25 Compact Spare Tire 5 65 Content Theft Deterrent 2 16 Control of a Vehicle 4 5 Convenienc...

Page 346: ...4 24 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 18 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 30 Winter 4 25 E Electrical System Add On Equipment 5 75 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 78 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 75 Inst...

Page 347: ...5 78 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 75 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 76 Rear Compartment Fuse Block 5 79 Windshield Wiper 5 75 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature 3 30 Fuel 3 36 Speedometer 3 26 Tachomete...

Page 348: ...ssure 5 48 Instrument Panel Brightness 3 16 Cluster 3 24 Overview 3 4 J Jump Starting 5 34 K Keyless Entry System 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Labelling Tire Sidewall 5 43 Lamps Battery Run Down Protection 3 17 Dom...

Page 349: ...9 Introduction 6 2 Maintenance Schedule cont Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Maintenance Record 6 14 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 13 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Reco...

Page 350: ...king Brake 2 28 Over Things That Burn 2 31 Passing 4 14 PASS Key III 2 18 PASS Key III Operation 2 18 Power Accessory Outlets 3 18 Door Locks 2 10 Electrical System 5 75 Lift Seat 1 6 Retained Accesso...

Page 351: ...g Your Restraint Systems 1 58 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 58 Restraint Systems Checking 1 58 Replacing Parts 1 58 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 21 Right Front Passenger Position...

Page 352: ...3 45 Sheet Metal Damage 5 72 Shifting Into Park P 2 29 Shifting Out of Park P 2 30 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 20 Signals Turn and Lane Change 3 8 Spare Tire Installing 5 59 Removing 5 57 Spare T...

Page 353: ...ogy and Definitions 5 45 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 52 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 53 Wheel Replacement 5 53 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 50 Top Strap 1 37 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 39...

Page 354: ...ings and Messages 3 40 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 53 Replacement 5 53 Where to Put the Restraint...

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