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Item

Description

Total

Vehicle Capacity Weight
for Example 1

1,000 lbs (453 kg)

Subtract Occupant
Weight 150 lbs
(68 kg)

300 lbs (136 kg)

Available Occupant and
Cargo Weight

700 lbs (317 kg)

Item

Description

Total

Vehicle Capacity Weight
for Example 2

1,000 lbs (453 kg)

Subtract Occupant
Weight 150 lbs
(68 kg)

750 lbs (340 kg)

Available Cargo
Weight

250 lbs (113 kg)

Example 1

Example 2

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Summary of Contents for 2005 Montana SV6

Page 1: ...hts Gages and Indicators 3 30 Driver Information Center DIC 3 45 Audio System s 3 75 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 37 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Ser...

Page 2: ...is sold 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...

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: ...1 42 Older Children 1 42 Infants and Young Children 1 45 Child Restraint Systems 1 48 Where to Put the Restraint 1 51 Top Strap 1 52 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 53 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers fo...

Page 8: ...lease the lever CAUTION You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a...

Page 9: ...he entire seat up or down To move the whole seat forward or rearward slide the control forward or rearward Heated Seats Your vehicle may have this feature If it does the heated seat buttons are locate...

Page 10: ...ted seat off The heated seats will turn off when the ignition is turned to LOCK and will resume operation when the ignition is turned to RUN unless the button is manually turned off Reclining Seatback...

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 cannot do its job either In a crash the belt...

Page 12: ...Seat Operation The rear seats in your vehicle have levers and straps used to adjust remove and reinstall the seats By using the levers and straps in the correct order you can easily remove the seats f...

Page 13: ...the way back 3 Release the rear set of hooks from the floor pins by pulling the nylon strap located at the base of the seat Hang on to the strap to guide the seat forward To return the seat s to the n...

Page 14: ...the Bucket Seats There are two adjustment levers on each seat to adjust the seat forward or rearward One is located below the center in front of the bucket seats The other lever is located on the rea...

Page 15: ...line the seatback To fold the seatback forward pull the nylon strap located on the rear of the seat or lift up on the recliner lever located on the front of the seatback The seatback will lock into pl...

Page 16: ...re the seatback is in the upright position The head restraints should be fully down 1 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat to fold the seatback forward 2 Sl...

Page 17: ...strap or lever until the seat is folded all the way forward 4 To unlatch the front latches with the seat folded forward squeeze the angled bar toward the straight crossbar 5 Remove the seat by rockin...

Page 18: ...ted not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After installing the seat always check to be sure that the...

Page 19: ...taching correctly check that the seat is in the full rear position 3 Firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear floor pins by pushing down the rear of the seat 4 Try to raise the seat to check that it i...

Page 20: ...ocated under the front of the seat cushion The other one is located under the rear of the seat cushion Lift up either bar to slide the seat forward or rearward Release the lever Push and pull on the s...

Page 21: ...seatback if you lean forward taking the weight off the seatback Lift up on the recliner lever and fold the seatback forward The seatback will lock into place when you push it back to the upright posit...

Page 22: ...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 seat that is not locked into place p...

Page 23: ...erly routed and attached and are not twisted Do not put the seats in so they face rearward because they will not latch that way For the second row if you want more storage room behind the seat adjust...

Page 24: ...center See Convenience Center on page 2 53 for more information The third row seat can be removed and replaced or with the seatback folded it will lie flat with the convenience center Folding the Seat...

Page 25: ...either the front or rear of the seat cushion 2 From the passenger s or driver s side sliding door pull up on the lever to release the seatback then push up on the seatback to raise the seat 3 Push an...

Page 26: ...into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it CAUTION A safety belt that is...

Page 27: ...ached correctly the rear latches will not attach to the rear set of floor pins 2 Firmly push the rear latches into the rear floor pins by pushing down on the rear of the seat 3 Try to raise the seat t...

Page 28: ...fety 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...

Page 29: ...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 veh...

Page 30: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 24...

Page 31: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 25...

Page 32: ...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 33: ...ious 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...

Page 34: ...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...

Page 35: ...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 36: ...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 37: ...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 38: ...red if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and...

Page 39: ...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 40: ...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 41: ...the height that is right for you Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your should...

Page 42: ...nt Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 28 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s...

Page 43: ...re slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go...

Page 44: ...njuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a cr...

Page 45: ...d for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There may be one guide for each second row position If your vehicle has a third row...

Page 46: ...2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The guide must be on top of the belt 1 40...

Page 47: ...he comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Slide the guide into the storage pocket Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensione...

Page 48: ...l be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing...

Page 49: ...se 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 othe...

Page 50: ...ild s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a second row position or a third row outboard position if equipped see R...

Page 51: ...children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Young children...

Page 52: ...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 53: ...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 54: ...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 55: ...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 56: ...t be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards Then follow the instructions for the restrai...

Page 57: ...very close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airb...

Page 58: ...es 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...

Page 59: ...the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger...

Page 60: ...nchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle has the LATCH system There are anchors in each seating position in the second row This system designed to make installation of child re...

Page 61: ...anchor position near the base of each second row seating position CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child c...

Page 62: ...he 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...

Page 63: ...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 64: ...ger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has airbags A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint See Where to Put the Restraint on page...

Page 65: ...o top strap anchor at the right front seating position Do not secure a child seat in this position if a national or local law requires that the top strap be anchored or if the instructions that come w...

Page 66: ...fety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety be...

Page 67: ...nd the on indicator is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the o...

Page 68: ...t front passenger If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the driver and or the right front passenger the words AIR BAG will appear on the airbag covering on the side of the seatback closest to t...

Page 69: ...ful airbags have provided in the past Side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to inflate in moderate to severe crashes where something CAUTION Continued CAUTION Conti...

Page 70: ...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 42 or Infants and You...

Page 71: ...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 65...

Page 72: ...driver s side impact airbag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door If your vehicle has one the right front passenger s side impact airbag is in the side of the passenger s seatba...

Page 73: ...determined deployment threshold Deployment thresholds take into account a variety of desired deployment and non deployment events and are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for...

Page 74: ...frontal airbags driver and right front passenger are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers rear impacts or in many side impacts because inflation would not likely help the occupants Your v...

Page 75: ...ed occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The airbag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body...

Page 76: ...TION 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 in the vehicle shou...

Page 77: ...in the steering wheel both the airbag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s airbag or both the airbag module and seatback for the driver s and right front passenger s side im...

Page 78: ...nd an older child riding in a booster seat Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the fro...

Page 79: ...from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s directions and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 1 58 If afte...

Page 80: ...erson If a person of adult size is sitting in the right front passenger s seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat If this happens turn the...

Page 81: ...cluding important safety information Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates You may want to consider not using seat covers or other afterma...

Page 82: ...w proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle...

Page 83: ...manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch pla...

Page 84: ...e LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag infla...

Page 85: ...III 2 28 PASS Key III Operation 2 29 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 30 New Vehicle Break In 2 30 Ignition Positions 2 31 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 31 Starting the Engine 2 32 Engine Coolan...

Page 86: ...Console Without Rail 2 50 Floor Console Storage Area 2 50 Folding Tray 2 51 Second Row Center Console 2 51 Luggage Carrier 2 52 Convenience Net With Rear Convenience Center 2 52 Convenience Net Witho...

Page 87: ...dren This vehicle has a double sided key for the ignition and the driver s door lock Your vehicle has the PASS Key III vehicle theft system The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a dec...

Page 88: ...ed including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may n...

Page 89: ...tion for more detailed information Q Lock To lock all doors and the liftgate press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter See Power Door Locks on page 2 11 for more details on the pow...

Page 90: ...ing door See Power Sliding Door PSD on page 2 16 Dual Power Sliding Doors If your vehicle has dual power sliding doors your remote keyless entry transmitter will have two buttons that have a van symbo...

Page 91: ...mote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehi...

Page 92: ...do the following 1 Aim the remote keyless entry transmitter equipped with the remote vehicle start button at the vehicle 2 Press and release the transmitter s lock button then immediately press and h...

Page 93: ...parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Insert the vehicle s key into the ignition switch and turn the switch to RUN and then back to LOCK The remote vehicle start feature will not...

Page 94: ...s 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 From...

Page 95: ...r to unlock all doors and the liftgate With the content theft deterrent system the power door lock switch will not unlock the doors until the system is disarmed See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 2...

Page 96: ...ignal that delayed locking is active The doors may be locked immediately by repeating any of the above actions more than one time If a door remains open without any other door being opened or closed t...

Page 97: ...feature makes it more difficult to lock the key in the vehicle If the driver s door is open while the key is in the ignition the door cannot be locked with the power door lock switch This feature cann...

Page 98: ...ard on a steep grade 15 percent or more the door may not stay open and could slam shut possibly injuring someone To make sure the door does not slam shut be sure to hold it open until everyone is clea...

Page 99: ...s from opening the sliding door s using the inside door handle To use one of these locks do the following 1 Open the sliding door 2 On the inside of the sliding door s on the front edge of the door wi...

Page 100: ...the outside 2 Push the security lock lever all the way down 3 Close the door 4 Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the other door The sliding door lock will now work normally Power Sliding Door PSD If your...

Page 101: ...l power sliding doors you have these switches Your vehicle also has passenger power sliding door activation switch es If you have a single PSD this switch is located in front of the passenger side sli...

Page 102: ...tter To manually open the power sliding door s while the switch es are in the activation position pull and release the inside or outside door handle to release the door latch The door will fully open...

Page 103: ...wer sliding door is turned off when going through a car wash If the power sliding door s is open or in the process of closing when you shift out of PARK P a chime will sound This is a warning that the...

Page 104: ...sing door increases significantly as the door approaches the latched position The driver s side sliding door is designed to open only a little if the fuel door is open If this ever happens do not try...

Page 105: ...sliding door s by using the passenger PSD activation switch press the override deactivation part of the overhead console switch The door can still be manually opened from the inside or outside with t...

Page 106: ...closed 2 Turn the ignition to LOCK 3 If the power sliding door overhead console switch is in the override deactivation position return to the activation position 4 Open the sliding door using the remo...

Page 107: ...must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on y...

Page 108: ...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 109: ...vate the express down feature push the AUTO switch all the way down to the second position then release it The window will lower completely To stop the window from lowering all the way pull up on the...

Page 110: ...ower RAP must be active to use the power rear quarter windows See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 2 31 Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also remove them from th...

Page 111: ...door open or the passenger s door power door lock switch with the passenger s door open to lock the vehicle If you would like to turn on power door lock switch arming see DIC Vehicle Personalization U...

Page 112: ...ll stop flashing to let you know the system is no longer armed Disarming with Your Key Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key to unlock the driver s door The security light will stop flas...

Page 113: ...does not start and the security message comes on the key may have a damaged transponder Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not start and the key appears to be undamaged try a...

Page 114: ...turn it off Your PASS Key III system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time If you lose or damage a...

Page 115: ...ectrical accessories such as the radio C RUN This is the position to which the switch returns after the engine is started and the ignition key is released This is the position for driving Even while t...

Page 116: ...n 10 seconds push the accelerator pedal about one quarter of the way down while you turn the key to START Do this until the engine starts As soon as it does let go of the key 3 If your engine still wi...

Page 117: ...s side of the engine compartment 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extensio...

Page 118: ...hift lock control system is operating properly If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then mo...

Page 119: ...t people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while the engine is running at high speed may damage the transa...

Page 120: ...e the 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 ca...

Page 121: ...driver s side of the vehicle To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push down on the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the bra...

Page 122: ...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 leave your vehicle w...

Page 123: ...brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out...

Page 124: ...le Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running But if you ever h...

Page 125: ...ark P on page 2 38 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 39 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror While sitting in a comfortable driving position adjust the mirror so you can see clearl...

Page 126: ...makes things appear farther away than they really are Outside Heated Mirrors If the vehicle has outside heated rearview mirrors they are activated when the rear window defogger is turned on See Rear W...

Page 127: ...ices OnStar Personal Calling As an OnStar subscriber the Personal Calling capability is an available hands free wireless phone that is integrated into the vehicle Calls can be placed nationwide using...

Page 128: ...ith Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interfe...

Page 129: ...ar of the garage door or gate operator you are programming When programming a garage door it is advised to park outside of the garage It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand hel...

Page 130: ...code equipped device most commonly a garage door opener 6 Locate in the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button This can usually be found where the han...

Page 131: ...en successfully accepted by HomeLink The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming HomeLink to complete Using HomeLink Press and hold the approp...

Page 132: ...nts contact HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www homelink com Storage Areas Your vehicle s large carrying capacity can store many items If the vehicle has an extended wheelbase it can...

Page 133: ...amps See Front Reading Lamps on page 3 18 or Rear Reading Lamps on page 3 19 Switchbank See Overhead Console Switchbank on page 3 20 OnStar System buttons See OnStar System on page 2 42 HomeLink Trans...

Page 134: ...5 lbs 0 7 kg Always make sure to close and latch the bin before driving Overhead Console Without Rail If your vehicle has an overhead console without the rail system it has two reading lights a court...

Page 135: ...up to remove it from the vehicle Replacing the Center Console CAUTION A second row center console that is not locked into place properly can move around in a crash or sudden stop People in the vehicle...

Page 136: ...as far forward as possible and against the side rails making sure to fasten it securely Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity an...

Page 137: ...ier loads Store such loads on the floor of your vehicle as far forward as you can When not in use it is recommended that you take down the convenience net to extend the life of the net and to help ret...

Page 138: ...into the correct position in the vehicle 2 Make sure that the convenience center is empty and closed 3 Lift the convenience center up and into the rear of the vehicle 4 Slide the convenience center i...

Page 139: ...18 Rear Reading Lamps 3 19 Cargo Lamp 3 19 Battery Run Down Protection 3 19 Overhead Console Switchbank 3 20 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 3 20 Accessory Power Outlets 3 23 Power Outlet 115 Vol...

Page 140: ...Warnings and Messages 3 51 DIC Vehicle Personalization Uplevel Only 3 68 Audio System s 3 75 Setting the Time 3 76 Radio with CD 3 76 Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 94 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 109 Thef...

Page 141: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 142: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4...

Page 143: ...Flashers on page 3 6 H Passenger Airbag Status And Passenger Seatbelt Reminder Indicator See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3 35 and Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 33 I Aud...

Page 144: ...rs are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn Press near o...

Page 145: ...ld Wipers on page 3 9 L Windshield Washer See Windshield Washer on page 3 10 Z Rear Window Wiper See Windshield Washer on page 3 10 Rear Window Washer See Windshield Washer on page 3 10 For informatio...

Page 146: ...ircuit Breakers on page 5 91 If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps the signal indicator will flash at a normal rate even if a turn signal bulb is burned out Check...

Page 147: ...r speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to the top of the lever the shorter the delay 6 Low Spee...

Page 148: ...peed you had selected earlier CAUTION In freezing weather do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Rear Wind...

Page 149: ...f the lever to turn the cruise control on Press it again to turn cruise control off R SET Set Coast Decelerate Push the lever down to set the cruise speed If the cruise speed is already set this posit...

Page 150: ...sappear when the brakes are applied or the cruise control is cancelled It will reappear when the set cruise speed is resumed Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and th...

Page 151: ...up approximately one mph 1 6 km h The acceleration feature will only work after the cruise control speed has been set by pushing the cruise control lever down to the set position Reducing Speed While...

Page 152: ...ancel a cruise control session pull the cruise control lever forward or step lightly on the brake pedal Doing either of these things will only end the current cruise control session but the set speed...

Page 153: ...will automatically activate the headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for about 30 seconds and when all of the following conditions are met The exterior lamp control...

Page 154: ...y When it is bright enough outside the exterior lamps will turn off and the DRL will turn on Of course you may still turn on the headlamps any time you need to If you start your vehicle in a dark gara...

Page 155: ...it on or off The dome lamp will come on each time you open a door unless you turn on the interior lamps override feature See Interior Lamps Control on page 3 17 Entry Lighting With entry lighting the...

Page 156: ...alization Uplevel Only on page 3 68 Exit Lighting With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on for about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ignition If you turn the ignition key to...

Page 157: ...Battery Run Down Protection Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave the interior lamps on If you leave any interior lamps on while the i...

Page 158: ...ist URPA system it is designed to help you park while the vehicle is in REVERSE R It operates only at very low speeds less than 3 mph 5 km h URPA can help make parking easier and to help you avoid col...

Page 159: ...ou back up and then watch closely as you do URPA can be turned off by pressing the rear park aid disable switch located in the overhead console switchbank While the system is disabled an indicator lig...

Page 160: ...The light may flash red when the vehicle is in REVERSE R if the ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean So be sure to keep your rear bumper free of mud dirt snow ice and slush Other conditions that may...

Page 161: ...turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet...

Page 162: ...The power will automatically restart when equipment that operates within the limit is plugged in The power outlet is located behind the third row seats on the passenger s side rear quarter trim panel...

Page 163: ...the air to the floor outlets Use this mode to send air to the rear of the vehicle Keep the area under the front seats free of objects that could obstruct airflow to the rear of the vehicle The right k...

Page 164: ...ing This will select air conditioning and recirculation for maximum cooling of your vehicle This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets Recirculation This mode keeps outside air from coming...

Page 165: ...ve the vehicle until all the windows are clear Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window REAR Press this button to turn the rear window defog...

Page 166: ...ts to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively Rear Climate Control System Your vehicle may have a rear climate control system that allows the driver to adjust the fan speed for...

Page 167: ...Setting Press this button to decrease the fan or temperature setting when arrows are active in the display u Increase Setting Press this button to increase the fan or temperature setting when arrows a...

Page 168: ...ement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you w...

Page 169: ...glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically The indicator warning lights and gag...

Page 170: ...in Canada Your vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed The new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer Trip...

Page 171: ...ill be provided for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt This would only occur if a passenger is detected by the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing Sys...

Page 172: ...he airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag rea...

Page 173: ...passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s airbag or airbags are enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint i...

Page 174: ...appens have the vehicle serviced promptly because an adult size person sitting in the right front passenger seat may not have the protection of the airbags See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 34 Char...

Page 175: ...me on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off t...

Page 176: ...the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Traction Control System TCS Warning Light Your vehicle is equipped with a traction control system wa...

Page 177: ...ition 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 levels for the life of the vehicle hel...

Page 178: ...ases 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...

Page 179: ...uld 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 5 Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run...

Page 180: ...l systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness your GM dealer...

Page 181: ...ty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Security Light For information regarding this light see Theft Deterrent Systems on page 2 26 Cruise Control Light This...

Page 182: ...f before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage reads For example the gage read half full but it took more or less than half of the tank s capacity to fill it...

Page 183: ...m on page 2 42 If equipped the outside air temperature automatically appears in the bottom right corner of the DIC display when viewing all of the information screens except for the oil life screens I...

Page 184: ...tems Q4R Information Press this button to scroll through the following items Odometer Press the information button until the odometer displays This mode shows the distance the vehicle has been driven...

Page 185: ...n clock the time it takes to get from one point to another Each of the fields for the hours minutes and seconds are two numeric digits Once TIME ELAPSED 00 is displayed press the set reset button to s...

Page 186: ...Messages on page 3 51 for more information Average Fuel Economy Press the information button until AVG ECONOMY displays This mode shows the approximate average miles per gallon mpg or liters per 100...

Page 187: ...ee Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information Remember you must reset the OIL LIFE yourself after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE acciden...

Page 188: ...on until COMPASS ZONE displays Press the set reset button to change the compass zone Zones 1 through 15 are available The direction the vehicle is moving will be displayed in the top right corner of t...

Page 189: ...RATION FINISHED 7 If the message CAL appears in the DIC you must manually put the compass into the calibration mode again Repeat Steps 1 through 6 DIC Warnings and Messages Messages are displayed on t...

Page 190: ...y of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this warning message and to clear it from the screen This message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned...

Page 191: ...N Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen This message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turn...

Page 192: ...activated in the DIC See DELAYED LOCKING under DIC Vehicle Personalization Uplevel Only on page 3 68 for more information This message will appear and a chime will sound when the ignition is off This...

Page 193: ...Gage on page 3 39 for more information To avoid added strain on the engine turn off the air conditioner if it is on When the coolant temperature returns to normal the air conditioner can be turned bac...

Page 194: ...hen the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message will re appear when the engine is turned on KEY FOB BATTERY LOW This message will display when the battery in the remote keyless...

Page 195: ...dge this message and to clear it from the screen This message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off It will also re display for two sec...

Page 196: ...n fuel You should refill the tank as soon as possible See Fuel Gage on page 3 44 and Filling the Tank on page 5 8 for more information The message will display and a chime will sound while the ignitio...

Page 197: ...een acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message will re appear when the engine is turned on PARK LAMPS ON This message will disp...

Page 198: ...he passenger airbag enabled and the vehicle is in motion You should have the passenger buckle their seat belt The reminder will be repeated if the ignition is on the vehicle is in motion the driver is...

Page 199: ...has been acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message will re appear when the engine is turned on REMOTE START DISABLED This warn...

Page 200: ...for two seconds if the message has been acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message will re appear when the engine is turned on...

Page 201: ...e engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message will re appear when the engine is turned on SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM This message will display when a problem with the brake system has bee...

Page 202: ...rned on SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM If your vehicle has StabiliTrak this message will display if there has been a problem detected with StabiliTrak See StabiliTrak System on page 4 10 If this message tur...

Page 203: ...age will display when a non emissions related malfunction occurs Have the vehicle serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible This message will display only while the ignition is in RUN Press any o...

Page 204: ...is message will only appear while the ignition is in RUN and will not disappear until the problem is resolved This message cannot be acknowledged TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE If your vehicle has the tracti...

Page 205: ...ignition is in RUN Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen This message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when...

Page 206: ...drivers The first personalized key corresponds to driver 1 and the second personalized key corresponds to driver 2 The personalization features include the following Radio station presets Auto door un...

Page 207: ...LTS appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button to scroll through the following choices NO default The customization and personalization features will not be set to their factory default set...

Page 208: ...ay on for 90 seconds Choose one of the available settings and press the menu button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature INT Interior LIGHTS KEYS REMOVED This...

Page 209: ...mately 45 seconds If a key is in the ignition this feature will not lock the doors See Delayed Locking on page 2 12 for more information Press the menu button until DELAYED LOCKING appears on the DIC...

Page 210: ...back when locking the vehicle LIGHTS The exterior lamps will flash when you press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter LIGHTS and HORN default The exterior lamps will flash when you...

Page 211: ...l not display This feature allows you to personalize a key to be recognized as key 1 or 2 A personalized key allows you to program personalization features to a preferred setting to correspond to key...

Page 212: ...ignition DRIVER Only the driver s door will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK P or the key is taken out of the ignition ALL default All of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted...

Page 213: ...e KEY FOB NOW PERSONALIZED will appear on the DIC display for a few seconds if you personalized the key Next the message PERSONAL OPTIONS SAVED will appear briefly on the DIC display then the display...

Page 214: ...e display Press and hold M until the correct minute appears on the display To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour press either the H or the M button to enter the clock mode then pr...

Page 215: ...amming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service If your vehicle has XM XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States XM offers 100 coas...

Page 216: ...nd noise can affect how well you hear the music being played through your vehicle s audio system At higher volume settings where the music is much louder than the background noise there may be little...

Page 217: ...lowing steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press BAND to select FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushb...

Page 218: ...ange to the middle position To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position press and hold this knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed AUDIO SETTINGS CENTERED will appear on...

Page 219: ...on the current radio station ALERT will appear on the display You will hear the announcement even if the volume is low or a CD is playing If a CD is playing play will stop during the announcement Aler...

Page 220: ...ill play the traffic announcement even if the volume is low The radio will interrupt the play of a CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements This function does not apply to XM Sate...

Page 221: ...en 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 should disapp...

Page 222: ...The XM receiver in the 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 223: ...roblems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player Notice If you add paper labels to a CD insert more than one CD into the slot at a time or attemp...

Page 224: ...the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it will stay in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected au...

Page 225: ...D player takes up to six CDs Do not try to load more than six To load more than one CD but less than six complete Steps 1 through 3 When finished loading CDs press the load button to cancel the loadin...

Page 226: ...o one of the following To play the tracks on the CD you are listening to in random order press and release this button until RANDOM DISC PLAY appears on the display To play the tracks on all of the CD...

Page 227: ...usly in this section Using an MP3 CD MP3 Format This MP3 player will accept MP3 files that were recorded on an up to 700 MB CD R CD The files can be recorded with the following fixed bit rates 32 kbps...

Page 228: ...l search playlists Px first and then go to the root folder When the radio displays the name of the folder the radio will display ROOT Order of Play Tracks will be played in the following order Play wi...

Page 229: ...ize 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...

Page 230: ...n until REPEAT DISC appears on the display To repeat a folder press and release this button until REPEAT FOLDER appears on the display To turn off repeated play press and release the RPT button until...

Page 231: ...display 5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for saving other selections SONGLIST FULL will appear on the display if you try to save more than 20 selections To play the song list press the song list button The rec...

Page 232: ...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 smoot...

Page 233: ...his button may also be used to turn the DVD player power on and automatically resume play if the vehicle is on and a disc is in the player If no disc is in the player the system will power up in auxil...

Page 234: ...phones RSA audio is dedicated to CHB or CH2 of the wireless headphones To adjust the volume on the wireless headphones use the volume control Notice Do not store the headphones in heat or direct sunli...

Page 235: ...will play RSE audio DVD off RSA on The wired headphones will play RSA audio DVD on RSA on The wired headphones will play RSA audio Stereo RCA Jacks The RCA jacks are located behind the video screen on...

Page 236: ...s can be heard through the following possible sources Vehicle Speakers Wireless Headphones Wired Headphones not included Vehicle Speakers Only one audio source can be heard through the vehicle s speak...

Page 237: ...layer and or by the buttons on the remote control See Remote Control later in this section for more information The RSE system DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code fo...

Page 238: ...disc Press this button while a disc is playing to pause it Press it again to continue play of a disc tr u Previous and Fast Reverse Next and Fast Forward These controls can be used to move forward or...

Page 239: ...vie should resume play from where it was last stopped if the disc has not been ejected If the disc has been ejected the disc will resume play at the beginning of the disc Ejecting a Disc Press the eje...

Page 240: ...will move through MP3 folders r Enter Press this button to select the choice that is highlighted in any menu z Display Control Button Press this button to open the RSE On Screen Display OSD menus to...

Page 241: ...t work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews e Sound Press this button to display the current audio track Each press will move the DVD to the next language or commentary Th...

Page 242: ...when using a CD or an MP3 do the following Make sure that a CD or an MP3 is loaded in the RSE system and that the system is not in auxiliary then press the display button on the remote control Once th...

Page 243: ...ust the volume No sound Wired Headphones Make sure the wired headphones are plugged in Adjust the volume If RSA is on DVD audio will not be heard Problem Recommended Action No sound Vehicle Speakers I...

Page 244: ...mote control or the DVD player to get to auxiliary input Check to make sure that the auxiliary source is connected to the inputs properly Problem Recommended Action The audio or video skips or jumps T...

Page 245: ...he DVD system under normal or comfortable cabin temperature ranges See your GM dealer if the problem persists Problem Recommended Action The wireless headphones have audio distortion Verify that the h...

Page 246: ...ou try to play or eject a disc that is not in the player X A white X will be displayed in the upper left corner of the video screen if the operation that has been selected is not currently available D...

Page 247: ...main radio is off The DVD or auxiliary device will always be available on channel CHA or CH1 of the wireless headphones All other RSA sources are available on CHB or CH2 of the wireless headphones as...

Page 248: ...changer press this button to select the next CD if multiple CDs are loaded This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD SRCE Source Press this button to switch between...

Page 249: ...to a different vehicle it will not operate and LOCKED will appear on the display With THEFTLOCK activated the radio will not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this f...

Page 250: ...ss this button to silence the system Press this button again to turn the sound on r Play When listening to the radio press this button to play a cassette tape or CD wu x Volume Press the up or down ar...

Page 251: ...sionally to make sure the mast is still tightened to the antenna base located on the hood of the vehicle If tightening is required tighten by hand XM Satellite Radio Antenna System The XM Satellite Ra...

Page 252: ...NOTES 3 114...

Page 253: ...Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 24 Hill and M...

Page 254: ...ons are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It is the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the veh...

Page 255: ...lcohol 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...

Page 256: ...nt in both France and Germany The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we have...

Page 257: ...ed is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of...

Page 258: ...ether it is pavement or gravel the condition of the road whether it is wet dry or icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid need...

Page 259: ...otice that your brake pedal moves or pulses a little This is normal If there is a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light on pa...

Page 260: ...pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough r...

Page 261: ...he traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may re engage the cruise control This wa...

Page 262: ...tion and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions When you first start your vehicle and begin to drive away the system perf...

Page 263: ...cle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 30 Traction Control Operation The traction control system is part of the StabiliTrak system Traction control limits wheel spin by reducing engine power t...

Page 264: ...m will shut itself off to protect the system from overheating When the system cools down the AWD system will activate itself again automatically this cool down can take up to 20 minutes depending on o...

Page 265: ...less favorable conditions you 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...

Page 266: ...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 267: ...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 268: ...e driver has asked In any emergency do not give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive...

Page 269: ...braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recog...

Page 270: ...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 271: ...t markings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wip...

Page 272: ...rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in...

Page 273: ...ally careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 5 4...

Page 274: ...is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving...

Page 275: ...nce Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to...

Page 276: ...just 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...

Page 277: ...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 278: ...r 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 th...

Page 279: ...here your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You will have a lot less traction or gr...

Page 280: ...ry not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock braking system ABS improves your vehicle s st...

Page 281: ...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 282: ...This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let...

Page 283: ...our vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 62 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If your vehicle has traction...

Page 284: ...the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating 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 o...

Page 285: ...s that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and lugga...

Page 286: ...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 287: ...vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label A vehicle specific Ce...

Page 288: ...you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Notice Overloading your vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not overload your...

Page 289: ...with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device know as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing follow...

Page 290: ...tion with a clamping device designed for towing 5 Release the parking brake If you have an all wheel drive vehicle it cannot be towed with any of its wheels on the ground It can be towed with car carr...

Page 291: ...ering 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 Trai...

Page 292: ...t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and do not make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads You can use THIRD 3 or as you need to a lower ge...

Page 293: ...kg The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo equipment and conversion The GCWR for your vehicl...

Page 294: ...ation about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you are using a weight carrying or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded tr...

Page 295: ...from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 2 40 Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety...

Page 296: ...a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you will want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer A...

Page 297: ...ll in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have extra wiring The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change P...

Page 298: ...ocks 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 shift into...

Page 299: ...m and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you are trailering it is a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Che...

Page 300: ...NOTES 4 48...

Page 301: ...n Operating Mode 5 26 Cooling System 5 26 Power Steering Fluid 5 32 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 33 Brakes 5 34 Battery 5 37 Jump Starting 5 38 All Wheel Drive 5 42 Bulb Replacement 5 43 Halogen Bulbs 5...

Page 302: ...ehicle 5 84 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 84 Finish Care 5 85 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades 5 85 Aluminum Wheels 5 86 Tires 5 86 Sheet Metal Damage 5 87 Finish Damage 5 87 Underbody Mainten...

Page 303: ...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 304: ...1 76 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 305: ...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 306: ...in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you...

Page 307: ...the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this...

Page 308: ...p 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 neve...

Page 309: ...iagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 39 The CHECK GA...

Page 310: ...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 311: ...ts storage clip The hood prop may be hot due to increased engine temperatures under the hood so be careful when handling it Use your hood prop sleeve when handling the hood prop 5 Put the end of the h...

Page 312: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood here is what you will see 5 12...

Page 313: ...inder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 34 J Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 K Engine Coolant Recovery Tank See Cooling System on page 5 26 Engine O...

Page 314: ...and Specifications on page 5 96 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could...

Page 315: ...n an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol...

Page 316: ...utions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you mus...

Page 317: ...you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could e...

Page 318: ...o inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required To inspec...

Page 319: ...r cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Autom...

Page 320: ...ing temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it is colder than 50 F 10 C you may have...

Page 321: ...L Do not overfill Notice Use of the incorrect automatic transaxle fluid may damage your vehicle and the damages may not be covered by your warranty Always use the automatic transaxle fluid listed in R...

Page 322: ...to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehi...

Page 323: ...re coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow...

Page 324: ...an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until...

Page 325: ...3 If you are in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be...

Page 326: ...icate an overheat condition exists Driving extended miles km and or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided Notice After driving in the overheated engine protection operatin...

Page 327: ...f there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak w...

Page 328: ...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...

Page 329: ...ave to turn the pressure cap How to Add Coolant to the Radiator Notice Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be se...

Page 330: ...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 3 After the engine cools open the coolant air bleed valves T...

Page 331: ...compartment 6 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans 7 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler n...

Page 332: ...Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the...

Page 333: ...en it is cold the level should be at the C Cold mark If the fluid is at the ADD mark you should add fluid What Power Steering Fluid to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids...

Page 334: ...occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake mas...

Page 335: ...T 3 brake fluid Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 11 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removi...

Page 336: ...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 337: ...an change in many other ways if someone 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...

Page 338: ...not be covered by your warranty Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a ne...

Page 339: ...cate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminal locations on each vehicle You will not need to access your battery for jump starting Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting termina...

Page 340: ...ne parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock...

Page 341: ...gine 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...

Page 342: ...hecks described in this section All wheel drive vehicles have two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case Power Transfer Unit When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule t...

Page 343: ...e filler plug hole located on the differential you will need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole A fluid loss could indicate a problem c...

Page 344: ...ed 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 and Sidemarker Lamps A High beam He...

Page 345: ...way from the vehicle 5 Disconnect the socket wiring harness connector from the headlamp assembly 6 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove from the assembly 7 To replace a headlamp bulb discon...

Page 346: ...Replace with a new bulb 5 Reinstall the bulb socket by inserting into the bulb assembly and turning it clockwise to secure 6 Reverse the steps to reinstall the headlamp assembly Taillamps Turn Signal...

Page 347: ...erting and turning clockwise to secure 8 Reinstall the taillamp assembly by inserting the outboard locating retaining pins until the lamp is seated 9 Secure with the inboard screws Replacement Bulbs E...

Page 348: ...and turn the blade until it is facing away from the windshield 2 Squeeze the tabs B on each side of the wiper blade assembly to remove the wiper arm A from the blade C Allowing the wiper blade arm to...

Page 349: ...ou could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting acc...

Page 350: ...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 351: ...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 352: ...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 353: ...o identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front ax...

Page 354: ...which a tire can operate 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...

Page 355: ...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 356: ...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 Re check the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to pu...

Page 357: ...use a cloth or a paper towel 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 65 When It Is Time for New Tires...

Page 358: ...wed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or...

Page 359: ...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 360: ...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 361: ...which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer...

Page 362: ...t or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires Accessory Inflator Your vehi...

Page 363: ...ight does not come on the fuse may be blown or installed incorrectly See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 91 or see your retailer for service Your accessory inflator will automatically shut off af...

Page 364: ...may require the same correction you would 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...

Page 365: ...vent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in...

Page 366: ...e the convenience net if equipped 3 Open the jack storage compartment by lifting the tab and pulling the cover off A Jack B Strap C Bracket D Wing Nut E Bag and Tools F Tire Bag and Cable Storage for...

Page 367: ...o the following A Hoist Shaft B Hoist Assembly C Retainer D Compact Spare Tire E Extension Chisel End F Folding Wrench 1 Attach the folding wrench F to the extension E and insert the chisel end on an...

Page 368: ...age 5 76 for more information If you have a front wheel drive vehicle the hoist is used to store a full size or a flat road tire under the vehicle See Storing the Flat Tire on an Front Wheel Drive Veh...

Page 369: ...1 Loosen the wheel nuts using the folding wrench but do not remove them Turn the handle counterclockwise about 180 degrees then flip the handle back to the starting position This avoids taking the wre...

Page 370: ...jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire 3 Do not raise the vehicle yet 4 Put the compact spare tire near you CAUTION Getting under...

Page 371: ...head approximately 3 inches 7 6 cm 6 Raise the vehicle by turning the folding wrench clockwise in the jack Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare ti...

Page 372: ...per 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 8 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel CA...

Page 373: ...e sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specificatio...

Page 374: ...lding the spare tire is damaged For the secondary latch to work the tire must be stowed with the valve stem pointing down Your vehicle uses the underbody tire hoist assembly to store either the compac...

Page 375: ...ire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place This lets you know that the secondary latch has released 4 Lower the jack by turning the folding wrench counterclockwise Keep lowering the jack unti...

Page 376: ...stem pointing upwards its secondary latch won t work properly and the spare tire could loosen and suddenly fall from your vehicle If this happened when your vehicle was being driven the tire might con...

Page 377: ...gainst the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the folding wrench until you feel more than two clicks This indicates that the compact spare tire is secure and the cable is tight The spare tire h...

Page 378: ...ge bag and place it in the rear storage area with the valve stem pointing toward the front of the vehicle A Cable B Liftgate Hinges C Door Striker 4 Pull the cable through the door striker and the cen...

Page 379: ...th the slots in the cover opening Push the cover in place and push down the tab so that it rests in the groove This secures the cover in place Store the center cap or the plastic bolt on wheel covers...

Page 380: ...caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles And do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wh...

Page 381: ...interior When cleaning your vehicle s interior only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were no...

Page 382: ...th a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats For soils always try to r...

Page 383: ...icone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean your vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Never use shoe p...

Page 384: ...rability The best way to preserve the vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap...

Page 385: ...hey 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...

Page 386: ...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 387: ...ody 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 sprin...

Page 388: ...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 oth...

Page 389: ...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 390: ...some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal fuse in the underhood fuse block If...

Page 391: ...e a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage or use one of the spare fuses in the underhood fuse block Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the ra...

Page 392: ...Stoplamp Turn Lamps 13 Heated Seats 14 Blank 15 Electronic Level Control 16 Heated Mirror 17 Center High Mounted Stoplamp Back up Lamps 18 Blank 19 Canister Ventilation Fuses Usage 20 Park Lamps 21 Po...

Page 393: ...ood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment For more information on location see Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 Your vehicle may not have all the fuses liste...

Page 394: ...10 Not Used 11 Transmission Solenoid 12 Right Low Beam Fuses Usage 13 Anti lock Brake System 14 Powertrain Control Module Ignition 15 Electronic Ignition 16 Fuel Injector 17 Climate Control RPA Cruise...

Page 395: ...h 35 Battery Main 3 36 Rear Defogger 37 Battery Main 2 38 Battery Main 1 Relays Usage RUN RLY Starter LO BEAM Low Beam FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump HORN Horn AC CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch HI BEAM High Beam...

Page 396: ...4 quarts 7 0 L AWD Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement 8 7 quarts 8 3 L Cooling System Front A C 11 3 quarts 10 7 L Front and Rear A C 12 8 quarts 12 2 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 0 quarts...

Page 397: ...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 398: ...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 399: ...iven 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 indicat...

Page 400: ...s GM trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3...

Page 401: ...ressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 56 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 9 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield wa...

Page 402: ...or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter severe service...

Page 403: ...once a year d Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace wiper blades that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield e Make sure the safety belt reminder li...

Page 404: ...epaired and the fluid level checked Add fluid if needed m Visually inspect belt for fraying excessive cracks or obvious damage Replace belt if necessary Owner Checks and Services These owner checks an...

Page 405: ...Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service notification Check the tires for wear and if necessary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection a...

Page 406: ...t of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to tur...

Page 407: ...ive materials from the underbody Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name part nu...

Page 408: ...er Transfer Unit VERSATRAK Fluid GM Part No U S 12378514 in Canada 88901045 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol...

Page 409: ...tained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 12565752 A 2946C Engine Oil Filter 25010792 PF 47 Spark Plugs 12568387 41 101 Wiper Blades Hook Type Driver s...

Page 410: ...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 411: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15...

Page 412: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16...

Page 413: ...ram 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 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 414: ...ter contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 762 2...

Page 415: ...ailable to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus Inc 4200 W...

Page 416: ...ter United States Customer Assistance Pontiac 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...

Page 417: ...applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The offer is available for...

Page 418: ...nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Installation of a spare tire...

Page 419: ...vehicles To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation progr...

Page 420: ...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 421: ...cle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s perf...

Page 422: ...ccess to the vehicle or the device that stores the data If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and d...

Page 423: ...ite General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have...

Page 424: ...tions are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Easte...

Page 425: ...an Airbag Inflate 1 67 Where Are the Airbags 1 65 All Wheel Drive 5 42 All Wheel Drive AWD System 2 37 All Wheel Drive AWD System 4 12 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 113 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna Syste...

Page 426: ...ergencies 4 8 Parking 2 37 System Warning Light 3 37 Brakes 5 34 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 30 Bucket Seats Rear 1 8 Bulb Bulbs 5 47 Bulb Replacement 5 43 Front Turn...

Page 427: ...e 5 81 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 83 Leather 5 83 Tires 5 86 Underbody Maintenance 5 87 Cleaning cont Washing Your Vehicle 5 84 Weatherstrips 5 84 Windshield Backglass and Wip...

Page 428: ...yed Locking 2 12 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 4 Dome Lamp 3 17 Door Automatic Door Locks 2 13 Delayed Locking 2 12 Dual Sliding Doors 2 13 Locks 2 10 Power Door Locks 2 11 Power Sliding Door 2 16 Pro...

Page 429: ...rheating 5 24 Starting 2 32 Entry Lighting 3 17 Event Data Recorders EDR 7 9 Exit Lighting 3 18 Extender Safety Belt 1 42 Exterior Lamps 3 14 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 18 Finish Damage 5 87 Fixed...

Page 430: ...lacement 5 43 Daytime Running Lamps Automatic Headlamp System 3 16 Flash to Pass 3 9 Front Turn Signal Parking and Daytime Running Lamps 5 46 Halogen Bulbs 5 44 Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps 5 44 Hig...

Page 431: ...Keys 2 3 L Labelling Tire Sidewall 5 50 Lamps Battery Run Down Protection 3 19 Cargo 3 19 Dome 3 17 Exterior 3 14 Front Reading 3 18 Interior Control 3 17 Rear Reading 3 19 LATCH System Child Restrai...

Page 432: ...ow Fuel Warning Light 3 44 Luggage Carrier 2 52 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 6 6 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Introduction 6 2 Mainte...

Page 433: ...3 20 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 26 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian ii P Park Aid 3 20 Park P Shifting Into 2 38 Shifting Out of 2 39 Parking Assist 3 20 Brake 2 37 Ov...

Page 434: ...ors 2 41 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 11 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 37 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 5 Removing the Flat Tir...

Page 435: ...lip and Fold Feature 1 7 Head Restraints 1 6 Heated Seats 1 3 Manual 1 2 Seats cont Rear Seat Operation 1 6 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Six Way Power Seats 1 3 Third Row Seat 1 18 Second Row Center Consol...

Page 436: ...1 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 Sun Visors 2 26 Switchbanks Overhead Console 3 20 T Tachometer 3 32 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 46 TCS Warning Light 3 38 Theft Deterrent R...

Page 437: ...l System TCS 4 9 Control System Warning Light 3 38 StabiliTrak System 4 10 Transaxle Fluid Automatic 5 19 Transaxle Operation Automatic 2 34 Trip Odometer 3 32 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 7 Turn Si...

Page 438: ...Replacement 5 60 Where to Put the Restraint 1 51 Windows 2 24 Manual Rear Quarter 2 25 Power 2 25 Power Rear Quarter 2 26 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 85 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fl...

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