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Page 1: ...d Indicators 3 20 Driver Information Center DIC 3 36 Audio System s 3 45 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 34 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Rear Axle 5 39 Bulb Replacement 5 40 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 43 Tires 5 44 Appearance Care 5 69 Vehicle Identification 5 77 Electrical System 5 7...

Page 2: ...d leave this manual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If this is done it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle Pictures and w...

Page 3: ...ION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you do not you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Do Not Do Not do this or Do Not let this happen iii ...

Page 4: ...o 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 describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator reference the f...

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

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...1 20 Child Restraint Systems 1 23 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 26 Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position 1 27 Airbag System 1 30 Where Are the Airbags 1 32 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 34 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 35 How Does an Airbag Restrain 1 35 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 1 36 Passenger Sensing System 1 37 Servicing Your Airbag Equip...

Page 8: ...the vehicle is not moving Lift the lever located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place Make sure nothing is in front of or under the seat to prevent it from releasing or re locking after adjustment Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback turn the knob on the ou...

Page 9: ...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 could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback up...

Page 10: ...ocked seatback forward lift the latch and push the seatback forward CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked Safety Belts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you...

Page 11: ...ith seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Your vehicle has indicators to remind you and your passenger to buckle your safety belts See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 23 and Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 23 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here is why They work You ne...

Page 12: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 6 ...

Page 13: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 7 ...

Page 14: ...anel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make such good sense 1 8 ...

Page 15: ...ty belts not instead of them Every airbag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has airbags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an exc...

Page 16: ... has We will start with the driver position Driver Position Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here is how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the...

Page 17: ...ould be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of th...

Page 18: ...oo 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 The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 13 ...

Page 20: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 14 ...

Page 21: ... 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 work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 15 ...

Page 22: ...t women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in ...

Page 23: ...erate to severe frontal or near frontal crash Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 43 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer wil...

Page 24: ...traint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle ...

Page 25: ...belt must be used by only one person at a time Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide 1 19 ...

Page 26: ...ic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehic...

Page 27: ...become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is...

Page 28: ...t will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck T...

Page 29: ...e child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a ...

Page 30: ...of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 1 24 ...

Page 31: ...d restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child restraint in the vehicle and the add on child restraint s harness system holds the child in place within the restraint One system the three point harness has straps that come down over each of the in...

Page 32: ... LATCH Some child restraints have a LATCH system As part of the LATCH system your child restraint may have lower attachments and or a top tether The LATCH system can help hold the child restraint in place during driving or in a crash Some vehicles have lower and or top tether anchors designed to secure a child restraint with lower attachments and or a top tether Some child restraints with a top te...

Page 33: ...nformation CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Be sure the airbag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position Even though the passenger sensing system is designed...

Page 34: ... say 1 Your vehicle has a passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 37 General Motors recommends that rear facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If your child restraint is forward facing move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the child restraint in this seat See Manual Seats on page 1 2 When the passenger sensing system...

Page 35: ...retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt You should not be able to pull more of the belt from the retractor once the lock has been set 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 8 If the airbag is off the off indicator on the instrument pa...

Page 36: ...ion If the on indicator is still lit do not install a child restraint in this vehicle and check with your dealer To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Airbag System Your vehicle has an airbag for the driver and an airbag for the right fro...

Page 37: ...you Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash Always wear your safety belt even with airbags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not f...

Page 38: ...he airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 24 for more information Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 32 ...

Page 39: ...an airbag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering 1 33 ...

Page 40: ...your vehicle slows down In addition your vehicle has dual stage frontal airbags which adjust the restraint according to crash severity Your vehicle is equipped with electronic frontal sensors which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact For moderate frontal impacts these airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more se...

Page 41: ... the vehicle hits the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down What Makes an Airbag Inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the airbag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the airbag The inflator airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag modules inside the steering whee...

Page 42: ...ON 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 should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience bre...

Page 43: ...ers on page 7 9 Let only qualified technicians work on your airbag system Improper service can mean that your airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing System Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible when you turn your ignition key to RUN or START The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off will...

Page 44: ... seat unless the airbag is off CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Be sure the airbag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position Even though the passenger sensin...

Page 45: ...traint manufacturer s directions and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position on page 1 27 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cus...

Page 46: ...ppens have the vehicle serviced promptly because an adult size person sitting in the right front passenger s seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 24 for more on this including important safety information A thick layer of additional material such as a blanket or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affe...

Page 47: ...em To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 15 CAUTION For up to 20 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper ...

Page 48: ...hone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can I find out whether this will affect my airbag system A Changing or moving any parts of the front seats safety belts the airbag sensing and diagnostic module lo...

Page 49: ...vering for the driver s or the passenger s airbag the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the airbag module in the steering wheel or both the airbag module and the instrument panel for the passenger s airbag Do not open or break the airbag coverings Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle A damaged restraint syst...

Page 50: ...e driver s and passenger s safety belt retractor assembly Be sure to do so Then the new retractor assembly will be there to help protect you in a collision After a crash you may need to replace the driver and front passenger s safety belt retractor assemblies even if the frontal airbags have not deployed The driver and front passenger s safety belt retractor assemblies contain the safety belt pret...

Page 51: ... 17 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 19 Starting the Engine 2 19 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 20 Manual Transmission Operation 2 23 Parking Brake 2 24 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmission 2 25 Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transmission 2 26 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission 2 27 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 27 Engine Exhaust 2 28 Running the Engine While Parked 2 28 Mirrors...

Page 52: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ...

Page 53: ...our keys inside the vehicle OnStar may be able to send a command to unlock your vehicle See OnStar for more information Remote Keyless Entry System Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This devic...

Page 54: ...heck to determine if battery replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation The vehicle s doors can be locked and unlocked and the trunk can be unlatched from about 3 feet 1 m up to 60 feet 18 m away with the remote ke...

Page 55: ...e hazard lamps will flash for 30 seconds The ignition must be off for the vehicle locator remote alarm to work Press the vehicle locator panic alarm button again or turn the ignition to ACC or RUN to turn off the alarm The vehicle may have Remote Lock Unlock Confirmation This feature provides feedback that a command has been received by the vehicle The parking lamps will flash and the horn may sou...

Page 56: ...circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a flat object with a thin edge into the notch located below the trunk release button and pry the front and back apart 2 Remove the old battery but do not use a metal object to do this 3 Slide the new battery into the transmitter with the positive side of the bat...

Page 57: ...ock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are a couple of ways to lock and unlock your vehicle manually From inside the vehicle use the manual door lock knob Pull up on the knob to unlock the door Push down on the knob to lock the door To lock eithe...

Page 58: ...delay and lock the doors immediately press the lock button on the RKE a second time If the key is in the ignition this feature will not lock the doors Your vehicle is programmed from the factory with this feature turned off To turn the feature on you must go through the Driver Information Center DIC if equipped See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 40 Automatic Door Lock If your vehicle has po...

Page 59: ...ion Trunk To release the trunk lid from the outside use the remote keyless entry RKE transmitter if equipped If your vehicle does not have an RKE transmitter see Remote Trunk Release following CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You cannot see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive...

Page 60: ... not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk enabling them to open the trunk from the inside There is a glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the driver s side This handle wil...

Page 61: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 11 ...

Page 62: ...river s window has an express down feature which allows the window to be lowered fully without pressing and holding the switch Press the front of the switch to the first position and the window will open a small amount Press the switch down fully and the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering pull the front of the switch up Sun Visors To use the sun visor s pull th...

Page 63: ...fter all the doors are closed Sixty seconds with any door open If you press the lock button on the transmitter a second time while all the doors are closed the system will arm immediately The system will still arm in 60 seconds if a door is open When the open door is closed it will also become armed The security light located on the instrument panel cluster will turn on to indicate that arming has...

Page 64: ...ty seconds When an alarm event has finished the system will re arm itself automatically How to Turn Off the System Alarm To turn off the system alarm do one of the following Press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter The system will then re arm itself Press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter This will also disarm the system Insert the key in the ignition a...

Page 65: ...l key codes When trying to start the vehicle if the engine does not start and the security light on the instrument panel cluster 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 not damaged try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5...

Page 66: ... PASS Key III system at this time If you lose or damage your PASS Key III key see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have a new key made Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines for the first 500 miles 805 km Do not drive at any o...

Page 67: ... LOCK unless the shift lever is in PARK P If you have a manual transmission the ignition switch can be turned to LOCK in any shift lever position CAUTION If you have a manual transmission removing the key from the ignition switch will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle This could cause a collision If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is mo...

Page 68: ...llowing procedure allows the ignition to be turned to LOCK and for ignition key removal in case of a dead battery or low voltage battery 1 Make sure the shift lever is in PARK P 2 Using a tool pry off the cover from the bottom of the steering column 3 Place your finger into the access hole and locate the plunger 4 Press and hold the plunger toward the driver s door while turning the ignition key t...

Page 69: ...UTRAL and the parking brake engaged Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine Your vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down that is a safety feature Starting Procedure 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn your ignition to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm Notice Holding your key in ...

Page 70: ...er If you do not your engine might not perform properly Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle s warranty Automatic Transmission Operation If your vehicle has an automatic transmission the shift lever is located on the center console between the front seats There are several different positions for the shift lever PARK P This position locks the rear wheels It is the best positio...

Page 71: ...back up At low vehicle speeds you can also use REVERSE R to rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 28 for additional information NEUTRAL N In this position the engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only You can also use NE...

Page 72: ... winding roads When going down a steep hill INTERMEDIATE I This position is also used for normal driving However it offers braking from the engine for slight downgrades where the vehicle would otherwise accelerate due to steepness of grade If repetitive shifts occur between third and fourth gears on steep uphills this position can be used to prevent repetitive shifting Fuel economy will be lower t...

Page 73: ...press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use this position when you start or idle your engine REVERSE R To back up press the clutch pedal After the vehicle stops shift into REVERSE R Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator...

Page 74: ...until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down If you forget to release your parking brake a chime will sound and a warning light will flash when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph 8 kph See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 38 Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake syst...

Page 75: ...ave 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 with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You...

Page 76: ... some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transmission This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system The shift lock release is designed to Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in PARK P with the shift lever button fully released and prevent movement of the ...

Page 77: ...al in move the shift lever in either FIRST 1 gear or REVERSE R and firmly apply the parking brake See Manual Transmission Operation on page 2 23 Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn 2 27 ...

Page 78: ...cle 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 have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on page ...

Page 79: ...or When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side The day night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the lamps behind you Move the lever to the right for nighttime use and to the left for daytime use Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar I...

Page 80: ...behind it can be seen while sitting in a comfortable driving position Both mirrors can be manually folded by pulling them toward the vehicle This feature may be useful when going through a car wash or a confined space Push the mirrors away from the vehicle to the normal position before driving OnStar System OnStar uses global positioning system GPS satellite technology wireless communications and ...

Page 81: ... vehicles equipped with OnStar the Safe and Sound Plan is included for one year from the date of purchase You can extend this plan beyond the first year or upgrade to the Directions and Connections Plan to meet your needs For more information press the OnStar button to speak to an advisor Safe and Sound Plan Advanced Automatic Collision Notification Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment Emer...

Page 82: ...l Advisor It is a feature of OnStar Personal Calling that uses minutes to access weather local traffic reports and stock quotes By pressing the phone button and giving a few simple voice commands you can browse through the various topics Customize your information profile at www myonstar com See the OnStar User s Guide for more information OnStar Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle may be equippe...

Page 83: ...area between the seatbacks To open the storage area press and release the button near the top so it extends out Then turn the button in either direction to unlatch the lid and pull the console lid down After you close the lid press the release button back in Convertible Top For care and cleaning of the convertible top see Convertible Top on page 5 74 under Service and Appearance Care High pressure...

Page 84: ...ins mildew and damage to the inside of your vehicle Dry off the top before lowering it Notice If you lower the top on your vehicle in cold weather 0 F 18 C or lower you may damage top components Do not lower the top in cold weather Notice If you raise or lower the convertible top while the vehicle is in motion you could damage the top or the top mechanism The repairs would not be covered by your w...

Page 85: ...rtible top front latch located above the inside rearview mirror must be unlatched Pull the latch down and turn it counterclockwise to unlatch it Leave the latch open and rotated to prevent damage 6 Pull rearward on the side edge B of the convertible top and pull it off of the windshield frame 7 Push the convertible top down into the trunk D 8 After the top is stored apply one even push as shown on...

Page 86: ...he convertible top forward by firmly gripping the side edge B and applying a brisk upward and forward motion to get the top in the pull up position 6 Close the trunk D by pushing it down with a swift firm motion 7 At the rear edge of the convertible top press down on the two buttresses C to latch them into the top of the trunk 8 Pull the front edge A of the convertible top forward from the outside...

Page 87: ...tlet s 3 15 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 16 Climate Controls 3 17 Climate Control System 3 17 Outlet Adjustment 3 20 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 20 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 21 Speedometer and Odometer 3 22 Tachometer 3 22 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 23 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 23 Airbag Readiness Light 3 24 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 25 Charging System Ligh...

Page 88: ...on 3 40 Audio System s 3 45 Setting the Time Without Date Display 3 47 Setting the Time With Date Display 3 47 Radio with CD Base 3 48 Radio with CD MP3 3 53 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 68 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 69 Radio Reception 3 70 Care of Your CDs 3 71 Care of the CD Player 3 71 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 71 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System Trunk Mounted 3 71 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

Page 89: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 90: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 91: ...ard Warning Flashers on page 3 6 J Fog Lamp Button If Equipped See Fog Lamps on page 3 14 K Drive Information Center DIC Controls See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 36 L Horn See Horn on page 3 6 M Windshield Wiper Washer Controls See Windshield Wipers on page 3 9 and Windshield Washer on page 3 10 N Climate Controls See Climate Control System on page 3 17 O Cigarette Lighter If Equipped ...

Page 92: ...ake the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals 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 To sound the horn press the center pad on the steering wheel Tilt Wheel A ti...

Page 93: ...the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 3 8 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 8 Flash to Pass See Flash to Pass on page 3 8 2 Exterior Light Control See Headlamps on page 3 13 3 7 ...

Page 94: ...apidly a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 78 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the turn signal lever away from you When the high...

Page 95: ...mean the wipers movement is less frequent Larger bars mean the movement is more frequent 6 Low Speed Move the lever up to the first setting past intermittent for steady wiping at low speed 1 High Speed Move the lever up to the second setting past intermittent for wiping at high speed 8 Mist Move the lever all the way down to this position for a single wiping cycle Hold it there until the windshiel...

Page 96: ...he washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision When you release the button the washers will stop but the wipers will continue to wipe for about three times or will resume the speed you were using before Cruise Control If equipped with cruise control your vehicle can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really he...

Page 97: ... Press the on off button to turn cruise control on The indicator light on the button will come on 2 Get to the speed you want 3 Press the SET control button and release it The CRUISE ENGAGED message will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC to show the system is engaged 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal When you apply the brakes or clutch the cruise control will shut off Resuming a...

Page 98: ...le While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal t...

Page 99: ... parking brake engaged When operating in AUTO a momentary turn of the switch to off on will turn off the Automatic Headlamp System An AUTO LIGHTS OFF message will display on the Driver Information Center DIC if equipped and a chime will sound Rotating the switch to off on again will turn the Automatic Headlamp System back on An AUTO LIGHTS ON message will display on the Driver Information Center D...

Page 100: ...ht sensor detects daytime light The shift lever is not in PARK P While the DRL system is on the taillamps sidemarker lamps and instrument panel lights will not be illuminated The DRL system will be off any time your vehicle is in PARK P The DRL system on U S vehicles can also be turned off by using the off on switch for one ignition cycle As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp...

Page 101: ...e an illuminated exit Mirror Reading Lamps Your vehicle has reading lamps on the rearview mirror Push the button to turn the reading lamps on and off Battery Run Down Protection Your vehicle is equipped with a battery saver feature designed to protect your vehicle s battery When any interior lamp is left on and the ignition is turned off the battery rundown protection system will automatically tur...

Page 102: ...ny type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter To use the lighter located on the instrument panel below the radio push it in all the way and let go When it is ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in ...

Page 103: ...r conditioning will not function if the fan is turned off If air conditioning is selected with fan off the LED light will flash three times and then turn off You may notice a slight change in engine performance when the air conditioning compressor turns off and turns on again This is normal The system is designed to make adjustments to help with fuel economy while still maintaining the selected te...

Page 104: ...tor light on the button will come on to let you know the recirculation mode is activated Recirculation is available in the bi level and vent modes If recirculation is selected in either floor heat floor defog or defrost mode the LED light will flash three times indicating it is not available in that mode The right knob on the control panel is used to direct the airflow inside your vehicle Turn the...

Page 105: ...irect most of the air to the windshield and the side window outlets When you select this mode the system runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is near or below freezing Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window Be sure to clear as much snow from...

Page 106: ...omething is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement 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 will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just...

Page 107: ... designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel is left in the tank and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically United States Cluster shown Canada similar 3 21 ...

Page 108: ...ed without the vehicle running Simply open the driver s door and the mileage will be displayed briefly If your vehicle ever needs a new odometer installed the new one will be set to the correct mileage total of the old odometer Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Notice If you operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area your vehic...

Page 109: ... the chime nor the light will come on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt This would only occur if the passenger airbag is enabled See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 37 for more information The passenger safety belt light will also come on an...

Page 110: ...ready If the 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 readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate wi...

Page 111: ...tatus of the right front passenger s frontal airbag If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off...

Page 112: ...ssenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 37 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds all status indicator lights remain on or if there are no lights at all there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system See your dealer for service CAUTION If the off indicat...

Page 113: ...em Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part is not working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it does not come o...

Page 114: ...ome on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds That is normal If the light stays on turn the ignition to OFF Or if the light comes on when you are driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on after driving at a speed of at least 13 mph 20 kph or comes on again while you are driving you...

Page 115: ...erature warning light on This light will also come on when starting your vehicle If it doesn t have your vehicle serviced Low Coolant Warning Light This light comes on briefly when you turn your ignition on If this light comes on and stays on the coolant level in your vehicle is low If the light is on along with an overheat warning you may have a serious overheating problem Notice Driving with the...

Page 116: ...ly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not ...

Page 117: ...w fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your v...

Page 118: ...ely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection fo...

Page 119: ... may blink on and then off If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a moment This is normal CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would no...

Page 120: ...ed while the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced Anytime the reduced engine power light stays on the vehicle should be taken to an authorized GM dealer as soon as possible for service Highbeam On Light This light will come on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 8 Service Vehicle Soon Light This light will come ...

Page 121: ...d the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage doesn t go back to empty when you turn off the ignition For your fuel tank capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 82 Low Fuel Warning Light This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engin...

Page 122: ...ng or acknowledge a warning message Press and hold the information and reset buttons at the same time for several seconds then release the buttons to enter the personalization menu See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 40 for more information DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is on The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons The but...

Page 123: ...my data used to determine fuel range is an average of recent driving conditions As your driving conditions change this data is gradually updated The FUEL RANGE mode cannot be reset ECON Economy Press the information button until ECON is displayed This mode shows how many miles per gallon mpg or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions ...

Page 124: ... button until COOLANT is displayed This mode shows the temperature of the engine coolant in either degrees Fahrenheit F or degrees Celsius C DIC Warnings and Messages These warning messages will appear in the DIC display if there is a problem detected in one of your vehicle s systems With most messages a warning chime will sound when the message is displayed The messages will clear from the displa...

Page 125: ...s not been fully tightened You should recheck your gas cap to ensure that it is on properly A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the message off CRUISE ENGAGED This message will display when the cruise control system is active See Cruise Control on page 3 10 for more information DOOR AJAR This message will display if one or more of the vehicle s doors are not closed prop...

Page 126: ...features to a preferred setting All of the features listed may not be available on your vehicle Only the features available will be displayed on your DIC The default settings for the features were set when your vehicle left the factory but may have been changed from their default state since that time To change feature settings use the following procedure Entering Personalization Menu 1 Turn the i...

Page 127: ...displayed you can reset the engine oil life system To reset the system see Engine Oil Life System on page 5 16 See OIL LIFE under DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 36 for more information LOCK HORN If your vehicle has remote keyless entry this feature which allows the vehicle s horn to chirp every time the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed can be enabled or disabled...

Page 128: ...select it and move on to the next feature LIGHT FLASH If your vehicle has remote keyless entry this feature which allows the vehicle s exterior hazard turn signal lighting to flash every time the lock or unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed can be enabled or disabled When LIGHT FLASH appears on the display press the reset button to scroll through the available settings ...

Page 129: ...to select it and move on to the next feature AUTO UNLK Unlock This feature which allows the vehicle to automatically unlock certain doors can be enabled or disabled When AUTO UNLK appears on the display press the reset button to scroll through the available settings ALL default All of the doors will automatically unlock DRIVER The driver s door will automatically unlock NONE None of the doors will...

Page 130: ...ove on to the next feature EXT Exterior LIGHTS If your vehicle has remote keyless entry this feature which allows the vehicle s exterior perimeter lighting to turn on each time the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed can be enabled or disabled When EXT LIGHTS appears on the display press the reset button to scroll through the available settings OFF The exterior perimet...

Page 131: ...s a necessity for a safer driving experience See Defensive Driving on page 4 2 By taking a few moments to read this manual and get familiar with your vehicle s audio system you can use it with less effort as well as take advantage of its features While your vehicle is parked set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when dr...

Page 132: ...gh the GM radio entertainment system If that equipment is replaced or additional equipment is added to your vehicle the chimes may not work Make sure that replacement or additional equipment is compatible with your vehicle before installing it See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 Figure out which audio system is in your vehicle find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all...

Page 133: ...the HR MIN MM DD YYYY will appear on the display Press the pushbutton located under any one of the labels that you want to change Everytime the pushbutton is pressed again the time or the date if selected will increase by one Another way to increase the time or date is to press the right SEEK arrow or FWD button To decrease press the left SEEK arrow or REV button You can also rotate the tune knob ...

Page 134: ...n f Tune Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press the right or left SEEK arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for a few seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning The radio will only seek and ...

Page 135: ...r if there is static decrease the treble EQ Equalization Press this button to select preset equalization settings To return to the manual mode press the EQ button until Manual appears on the display or start to manually adjust the bass or treble by pressing the tune knob Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL FADE Balance Fade To adjust the balance or fade press this button or the tune knob until...

Page 136: ...he way the CD R has been handled There may be an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur check the bottom surface of the CD If the surface of the CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs later in this section If there is no appar...

Page 137: ...You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release this pushbutton to resume playing the track The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display RDM Random With random you can listen to CD tracks in random rather than sequential order To use random do the following 1 Press this button to play tracks from the CD you are listening to in random order The random icon will appear on the display 2 P...

Page 138: ...le audio player such as an MP3 player or cassette player over the radio and speakers use a cable to connect your portable audio player to the auxiliary input located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate When a device is connected the radio automatically begins playing audio from the device over the car speakers O Power Volume Turn this knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to de...

Page 139: ...ct information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada if available XM offers over 100 coast to coast channels including music news sports talk traffic weather and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio a...

Page 140: ...speeds Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between AM FM or XM if equipped The display will show the selection f Tune Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press the right or left SEEK arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for a few seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play f...

Page 141: ...1 Tune to the desired radio station 2 Press the FAV button to display the page where you want the station stored 3 Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever that pushbutton is pressed and released the station that was set will return 4 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton radio station you want stored as a favorite The number of favorites pages can be setup using the...

Page 142: ...seconds until you hear a beep EQ Equalization Press this button to select preset equalization settings To return to the manual mode press the EQ button until Manual appears on the display or start to manually adjust the bass midrange or treble by pressing the tune knob Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL FADE Balance Fade To adjust balance or fade press the tune knob until the speaker control ...

Page 143: ...ation within the selected category 4 To exit the category search mode press the FAV button or BAND button to display your favorites again Undesired XM categories can be removed through the setup menu To remove an undesired category perform the following 1 Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu 2 Press the pushbutton located below the XM CAT label 3 Rotate the tune knob to display th...

Page 144: ...ay after the channel name indicates content with explicit language These channels or any others can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 XM Updating Updating encryption code The encryption code in the receiver is being updated and no action is required This process should take no longer than 30 seconds No XM Signal Loss of signal The system is functioning correctly but...

Page 145: ...ormation No Text Informational message available No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel The system is working properly CAT Not Found No channel available for the chosen category There are no channels available for the selected category The system is working properly XM Theftlocked Theft lock active The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in ano...

Page 146: ...one CD do the following 1 Press and release the load button 2 Wait for the message to insert the disc 3 Load a CD Insert the CD partway into the slot label side up The player will pull the CD in To insert multiple CDs do the following 1 Press and hold the load button for two seconds You will hear a beep and Load All Discs will be displayed 2 Follow the displayed instruction on when to insert the d...

Page 147: ...ayer use only CDs in good condition without any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section Z EJECT Press the CD eject button to eject CD s To eject the CD that is currently playing press and release this button You will hear a beep and Ejecting Disc wil...

Page 148: ... six disc CD player in random order press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label until Randomize All Discs is displayed Press the same pushbutton again to turn off random play BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing The CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio The CD ...

Page 149: ...irectory The root directory of the CD R is treated as a folder If the root directory has compressed audio files the directory will be displayed as F1 ROOT All files contained directly under the root directory will be accessed prior to any root directory folders However playlists Px will always be accessed before root folders or files Empty Directory or Folder If a root directory or a folder exists...

Page 150: ...s mp3 as the track name Track names longer than 32 characters or four pages will be shortened The display will not show parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the filename will not be displayed Preprogrammed Playlists You can access preprogrammed playlists that were created using WinAmp MusicMatch or Real Jukebox software however you will not have playlist editing capability ...

Page 151: ... the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section Z EJECT Press the CD eject button to eject CD R s To eject the CD R that is currently playing press and release this button You will hear a beep and Ejecting Disc will be displayed Once the disc is ejected Remove Disc will appear on display The C...

Page 152: ...he RDM label until Randomize All Discs is displayed Press the same pushbutton again to turn off random play h Music Navigator Use the music navigator feature to play MP3 files on the CD R in order by artist or album Press the pushbutton located below the music navigator label The player will scan the disc to sort the files by artist and album ID3 tag information It may take several minutes to scan...

Page 153: ...a message showing disc and or track number will appear on the display when a CD is in the player Press this button again and the system will automatically search for an auxiliary input device such as a portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected no input device found will be displayed CD Messages CHECK DISC If this message appears on the display and or the CD comes out it cou...

Page 154: ...s this button to listen to the radio when a portable audio device is playing The portable audio device will continue playing so you may want to stop it or power it off CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when a portable audio device is playing Press this button again and the system will begin playing audio from the connected portable audio player If a portable audio player is not co...

Page 155: ...nd When a CD is playing press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or previous track Press and hold the up or down arrow longer than three quarters of a second to continue advancing ahead or reversing back to other tracks within the disc Volume Press the plus or minus button to increase or to decrease the volume g Mute Voice Activation Press this button to silence the system Press this butto...

Page 156: ...tic can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on your radio FM Stereo FM stereo will give the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to fade in and out XM Satellite Radio Service XM Satellite Radio Service ...

Page 157: ...sping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of the CD Player The use of CD lens cleaners for CD players is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent straighten i...

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Page 159: ... Control 4 14 Driving at Night 4 15 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 16 City Driving 4 19 Freeway Driving 4 20 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 21 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 Winter Driving 4 24 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 28 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 29 Loading Your Vehicle 4 29 Towing 4 34 Towing Your Vehicle 4 34 Recreational Vehicle Tow...

Page 160: ...collisions 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 vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrat...

Page 161: ...alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if someone plans to drive It is a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the p...

Page 162: ...ent 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 seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skil...

Page 163: ...han 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 alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Please do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate ...

Page 164: ...he 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 needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out m...

Page 165: ... your anti lock brake system will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves or pulses a little This is normal Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here is what happens with ABS A computer senses...

Page 166: ...ember Anti lock does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake 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 room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake...

Page 167: ...is will give you maximum braking while maintaining steering control You can do this by pushing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure In an emergency you will probably want to squeeze the brakes hard without locking the wheels If you hear or feel the wheels sliding ease off the brake pedal This will help you retain steering control If you do have anti lock brakes it is different See ...

Page 168: ...control systems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have four wheel anti lock brakes adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places You can lose control The same thing can happen if you are steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems steering and acceleration can overwhelm those places where the t...

Page 169: ...t unless you have anti lock not enough to lock your wheels See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can...

Page 170: ...nother vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Lo...

Page 171: ...les are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see i...

Page 172: ...ou want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be lo...

Page 173: ... less trouble adjusting to night But if you are driving do not wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to re adjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the h...

Page 174: ...y when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer fluid rese...

Page 175: ...dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning does not happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water i...

Page 176: ...to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down allo...

Page 177: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 20 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 178: ...mp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slow...

Page 179: ... your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full A...

Page 180: ... the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a...

Page 181: ...r with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your ...

Page 182: ... scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 24 ...

Page 183: ... wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try 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 Unless you have the anti lock braking system ABS you will want to brake very gently too If you do have ABS see...

Page 184: ... patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to sum...

Page 185: ...nd check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and i...

Page 186: ...oo fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the w...

Page 187: ...t may need to be towed out If your vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 34 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry t...

Page 188: ... kilograms and pounds The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires C and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 44 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 50 There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating G...

Page 189: ...t of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determ...

Page 190: ...apacity Weight for Example 3 400 lbs 181 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg x 2 400 lbs 181 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Example 2 E...

Page 191: ...er the front or rear axle Do not carry more than 61 lbs 28 kg in the rear area of your vehicle CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either 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 overloadin...

Page 192: ...ot leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 Recreational Vehicle Towing Notice Dolly towing or dinghy towing your vehicle may cause damage because ...

Page 193: ...urge Tank Pressure Cap 5 23 Engine Overheating 5 23 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 25 Cooling System 5 26 Power Steering Fluid 5 30 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 31 Brakes 5 32 Battery 5 34 Jump Starting 5 35 Rear Axle 5 39 Bulb Replacement 5 40 Halogen Bulbs 5 40 Headlamps 5 41 Front Turn Signal Parking and Fog Lamps 5 41 Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 5 42 Back Up Lamps 5 42 Repl...

Page 194: ...op 5 74 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 74 Tires 5 75 Sheet Metal Damage 5 75 Finish Damage 5 75 Underbody Maintenance 5 75 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 76 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 76 Vehicle Identification 5 77 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 77 Service Parts Identification Label 5 77 Electrical System 5 77 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 77 Headlamp Wiring 5 78 Power Windows and Oth...

Page 195: ...ol and stability control Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer can accessorize your vehicle using genuine GM Accessories When you go to your GM dealer and ask for GM Accessories you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will...

Page 196: ...ng fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If you want to do some of your own service work you will want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 15 Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your own s...

Page 197: ...remium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher You may also use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher but your vehicle s acceleration may be slightly reduced and you may notice a slight audible knocking noise commonly referred to as spark knock If the octane is less than 87 you may notice a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rat...

Page 198: ...mined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel Howe...

Page 199: ... 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 occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Nev...

Page 200: ...g materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s side of the vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if the cap is relea...

Page 201: ...tem 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 30 If your vehicle is equipped with a Driver Information Center DIC the CHECK GAS CAP message will be displayed if the fuel cap is not properly installed See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 38 for more information CAUTION If...

Page 202: ...fill 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 Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things th...

Page 203: ... the driver s side of the vehicle 2 Pull down on the rear edge of the lever to release the hood latch 3 Go to the side of the vehicle and pull up on the rear edge of the hood near the windshield to open the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Page 204: ...Engine Compartment Overview If you are standing on the driver s side of the vehicle when you open the hood here is what you will see Engine Side View Shown 5 12 ...

Page 205: ... J Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 13 K Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 30 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oi...

Page 206: ...s and Specifications on page 5 82 Notice Do not add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick al...

Page 207: ...arburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and show...

Page 208: ...ion Center If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC it has the Engine Oil Life System a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you...

Page 209: ...SET 4 Press and hold the reset button until the DIC display shows ACKNOWLEDGED This will tell you the system has been reset 5 Turn the key to LOCK If the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the reset procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could...

Page 210: ...er remains caked with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the filter open the clamps that hold the cover on and lift off the cover Be sure to reinstall the cover tightly CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires If it is not there and the e...

Page 211: ...ge 6 21 Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the manual transmission fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible You may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer when you have your oil changed See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubric...

Page 212: ...5 000 miles 41 500 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOL coolant which will not damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you do not need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to you...

Page 213: ...aler check your cooling system Notice If you use extra inhibitors and or additives in your vehicle s cooling system you could damage your vehicle Use only the proper mixture of the engine coolant listed in this manual for the cooling system See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 21 for more information Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on ...

Page 214: ...verflow condition when the fluid is hot Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant surge tank but only when the engine is cool If the coolant surge tank is empty a special fill procedure is necessary See Engine Overheating on page 5 23 for instructions on How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant ...

Page 215: ...on page 3 29 for more information If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from 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 it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when ...

Page 216: ... coolant temperature warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If you have an air conditioner and it is on turn it off 2 In heavy traffic let the engine idle in NEUTRAL N while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 3 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary If you no ...

Page 217: ... will come on in the instrument panel to indicate that an overheat condition exists Driving extended miles km in the overheat protection mode should be avoided Notice After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degraded Repair the cause of coolant loss change the oil an...

Page 218: ...n be burned Do not run the engine if 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 with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating the fans should be running If they are not your vehicle n...

Page 219: ...water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 19 for more information If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure a...

Page 220: ...d crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot 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 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coola...

Page 221: ...tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower than the COLD FILL line add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the COLD FILL line 5 Then replace the pressure cap B...

Page 222: ...n the dipstick The level should be between the COLD and HOT marks If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the COLD mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 21 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you nee...

Page 223: ...shield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lini...

Page 224: ...Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 21 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake clutch system your brakes clutch may not work well or they may not even work at all This could caus...

Page 225: ...ething is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there ...

Page 226: ... 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 number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco replacement battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessori...

Page 227: ...TION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you Notice Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that would not be covered by your warranty Trying to start you...

Page 228: ...hey could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlet Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it...

Page 229: ...CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that...

Page 230: ...inal location on the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not l...

Page 231: ...inal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the positive terminal cove...

Page 232: ...the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 21 Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 43 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch t...

Page 233: ...lb 6 Reverse Steps 2 through 4 to reinstall Front Turn Signal Parking and Fog Lamps A Front Turn Signal Parking Lamp B Fog Lamp If Equipped To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Reach underneath the front bumper and locate the bulb assembly 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out the bulb assembly 4 Disconne...

Page 234: ... bulb from the socket 6 Install a new bulb 7 Reverse the steps to reinstall the taillamp assembly Back Up Lamps The back up lamps are located in the rear bumper To replace a bulb do the following 1 Reach behind up and under the rear bumper and locate the bulb socket 2 Turn it counterclockwise to remove from the bulb assembly 3 Pull the bulb from the bulb socket 4 Push in a new bulb into the bulb s...

Page 235: ...listed here contact your dealer Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking See At Least Twice a Year on page 6 14 for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 23 To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do...

Page 236: ...d improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should b...

Page 237: ...y want to get winter tires for your vehicle All season tires provide good overall performance on most surfaces but they may not offer the traction you would like or the same level of performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads See your dealer for details regarding winter tire availability and proper tire selection Also see Buying New Tires on page 5 53 If you choose to use snow tires ...

Page 238: ...OT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may...

Page 239: ...he letter 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 Description These characters represent the load range and speed rating of the tire The load index represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to carry The load index can range from 1 to...

Page 240: ...so identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must...

Page 241: ...t 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 Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 52 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Gra...

Page 242: ... tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the tire and loading information label see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 How you load your vehicle affects veh...

Page 243: ...es should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 52 and Wheel Replacement on page 5 56 for more information The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle T...

Page 244: ...ter if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord ...

Page 245: ...d tire pressure monitoring performance GM s TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire s sidewall by the tire manufacturer If the tires have an all season tread design the TPC spec number will be followed by a MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labelling on page 5 46 for additional information CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes br...

Page 246: ...d tires this may affect the way your vehicle performs including its braking ride and handling characteristics stability and resistance to rollover Additionally if your vehicle has electronic systems such as antilock brakes traction control and electronic stability control the performance of these systems can be affected CAUTION If you add different sized wheels your vehicle may not provide an acce...

Page 247: ...y requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of ...

Page 248: ...ldup 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 overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling to one side or the other the a...

Page 249: ...ng wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire clearance to the body and chassis CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause a crash When you change a wheel remove any rust or ...

Page 250: ...ice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You cannot know how it has been used or how far it has been driven It could fail suddenly and cause a crash If y...

Page 251: ...s no spare tire no tire changing equipment and no place to store a tire It is unusual for a tire to blow out while you are driving especially if you maintain your tires properly See Tires on page 5 44 If air goes out of a tire it is much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blow out here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire ...

Page 252: ...aged sidewalls or large tears that allow rapid air loss call a tire repair facility See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 If the flat tire is due to a slow leak caused by a nail or other similar road hazard the tire inflator kit may be used to repair the damaged tire temporarily The kit uses a liquid tire sealant to seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire After repairing a tire wi...

Page 253: ...mporarily repair the damaged tire After temporarily repairing a tire with the tire inflator kit take your vehicle to an authorized GM dealer to have the tire inspected and repaired Accessing the Tire Inflator Kit To access the tire inflator kit do the following 1 Make sure the convertible top is in the up position before accessing the tire inflator kit 2 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 9 for mo...

Page 254: ...nister The sealant may not be as effective beyond the expiration date If needed see your GM dealer for a replacement canister After temporarily repairing a tire using the tire sealant take your vehicle to an authorized GM dealer to have the tire inspected and repaired Using the Tire Inflator Kit To use the tire inflator kit do the following 1 Place the inflator kit on the ground and unwrap the sea...

Page 255: ... deadly carbon monoxide CO See Engine Exhaust on page 2 28 6 Start the vehicle See Starting the Engine on page 2 19 for more information The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor CAUTION Inflating something too much can make it explode and you or others could be injured Be sure to read the inflator instructions and inflate the tire to its recommended pressure Do not exceed 36 psi ...

Page 256: ...iven farther Damage to the tire is severe and the sealant will not be effective Remove the air compressor plug from the accessory power outlet and unscrew the inflating hose from the tire valve See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 10 Move the inflator kit switch to the O off position once the correct tire pressure is obtained 11 Turn off the engine 12 Unplug the air compressor accessory plu...

Page 257: ...e buckle Then snap the buckle together pull the strap tight and secure the loose end of the strap by mating the ends 18 Immediately drive the vehicle 5 miles 8 km to distribute the sealant evenly in the tire Stop at a safe location and check the tire pressure refer to Steps 1 through 8 under Using the Air Compressor without Sealant next in this section If the tire pressure has fallen more then 10 ...

Page 258: ...inflator hose onto the tire valve stem and push the lever down to secure in place 5 Ensure proper connection between the tire valve stem and the air compressor hose by looking at the air pressure gage If there is not a pressure reading while the compressor is running the connection between the inflator kit and the tire is bad Check the attachment between the air compressor hose and the tire valve ...

Page 259: ...d inflate the tire to its recommended pressure Do not exceed 36 psi 248 kPa 8 Move the inflator kit switch to the I on position 9 Inflate the tire up to the recommended inflation pressure using the air pressure gage on the top of the unit 10 Turn off the air compressor by moving the switch to the O off position CAUTION Storing the tire inflator kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment o...

Page 260: ...e sealant canister by pulling the lever up 2 Disconnect the air compressor inflator hose from the sealant canister 3 Turn the sealant canister so the inflator filling hose is aligned with the slot in the compressor 4 Lift the sealant canister from the compressor and replace with a new sealant canister See your GM dealer for more information 5 68 ...

Page 261: ...r color to your vehicle s 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 not intended Use glass cleaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately To prevent over spray apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth...

Page 262: ...ith 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 remove them first with plain water or club soda Before cleaning gently remove as much of the soil as possible using one of the following techniques For liquids gently blot the remaining soil with a pa...

Page 263: ...licone 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 polish on your leather Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampene...

Page 264: ...shing it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely GM approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 76 Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum ba...

Page 265: ...y remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years To help keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle in a garage or covered whenever possible Wind...

Page 266: ...minum or Chrome Plated Wheels The vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or chrome plated wheels Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied Notice If you use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or ch...

Page 267: ...lies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense Minor chips and scratche...

Page 268: ... oil and asphalt Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome or stainless steel Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl Glass Cleaner Removes dirt grime smoke and fingerprints Description Usage Chrome and Wire Wheel Cleaner Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fin...

Page 269: ...ion Label You will find this label on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Model designation Paint information Production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unles...

Page 270: ...ircuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If you ever have a problem on the road and do not have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature ...

Page 271: ...mpty 12 Spare 13 Airbag 14 Spare 15 Wiper 16 Climate Control System Ignition 17 Blank 18 Blank 19 Steering Wheel Controls 20 Spare 21 Spare 22 Blank 23 Radio 24 Sensing and Diagnostic Module 25 Engine Control Module Transmission Control Module 26 Door Locks 27 Interior Lamps 28 Blank 29 Power Windows 30 Climate Control System 31 Blank 32 Retained Accessory Power 5 79 ...

Page 272: ...ee Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Fuses Usage 1 Empty 2 Rear Window Defogger Fuses Usage 3 Empty 4 Body Control Module 3 5 Crank 6 Body Control Module 2 7 Body Control Module 8 Cooling Fan 2 9 Empty 10 Trunk 11 Trunk 12 Empty 13 Fuel Pump 14 Rear Defogger Relay 15 Air Conditioning Clutch 16 Empty 17 Empty 18 Trunk Release 19 Fuel Pump 20 Empty 21 Mirrors ...

Page 273: ... Low Beam Daytime Running Lamps Fuses Usage 50 Low Beam Daytime Running Lamps Relay 51 Run Crank Relay 52 Windshield Wiper Relay 53 Fog Lamps 54 Fog Lamps Relay 55 Horn 56 S Band OnStar 57 Anti lock Brake System 58 Wiper Diode 59 Windshield Wiper 60 Horn 61 Anti lock Brake System 62 Instrument Panel Ignition 63 Driver s Side High Beam 64 Canister Vent 65 Driver s Side Low Beam 66 Passenger s Side ...

Page 274: ...9 qt 7 5 L Engine Oil with Filter 5 0 qt 4 7 L Fuel Tank 13 8 gal 62 7 L Transmission Automatic Complete Drain and Refill 9 5 qt 9 0 L Transmission Manual Complete Drain and Refill 2 75 qt 2 6 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark P...

Page 275: ... Fuel Fill 6 13 At Least Once a Month 6 14 At Least Twice a Year 6 14 At Least Once a Year 6 15 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 19 Steering and Suspension Inspection 6 19 Exhaust System Inspection 6 19 Fuel System Inspection 6 19 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 20 Throttle System Inspection 6 20 Brake System Inspection 6 20 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 21 Normal Maintena...

Page 276: ...ps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition be sure to maintain your vehicle properly How This Section is...

Page 277: ...u what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department can perform for you Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some recommended products necessary to help keep your vehicle properly maintained These products or their ...

Page 278: ...ur dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle These schedules are for vehicles that carry pa...

Page 279: ...he system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL SOON message on the Driver Information Center DIC will come on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 38 Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel See Engine Oil on page 5 13 It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions ...

Page 280: ...ation Center Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 51 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 24 000 km Vehicles with Driver Information Center DIC The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and filter See Engine Oi...

Page 281: ...mation Center Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 51 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 30 000 Miles 48 000 km Vehicles with Driver Information Center DIC The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and filter See Engine O...

Page 282: ...See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 51 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 72 000 km Vehicles with Driver Information Center DIC The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and filter See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 16 An Emission Control Service See footnote Vehicles without Driver Information Center Change engine...

Page 283: ...r every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 51 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 60 000 Miles 96 000 km Vehicles with Driver Information Center DIC The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and filter See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 16 An Emission Cont...

Page 284: ...tion pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 120 000 km Vehicles with Driver Information Center DIC The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and filter See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 16 An Emission Control Service See footnote Vehicles without Driver Information Center Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An ...

Page 285: ...n Control Service See footnote Vehicles without Driver Information Center Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 for more information Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 51 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 95 ...

Page 286: ... where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you have not used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore have not changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Drain flush and refill cooling system ...

Page 287: ...is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 19 for further details Windsh...

Page 288: ... airbag coverings and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Windshield and Wiper Blades on page 5 73 Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer sea...

Page 289: ...ulic Clutch on page 5 19 A fluid loss in the brake or clutch hydraulic system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired at once At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood latch assemblies secondary latch pivots spring anchor release pawl hood and body door ...

Page 290: ... to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 On automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should start only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the vehicle starts in any other position your vehicle needs service On manual transmission vehicles put the shift lever in NEUTRAL push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine The vehicle should start only whe...

Page 291: ...n the ignition to RUN but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position With an automatic transmission the ignition shoul...

Page 292: ...your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by ...

Page 293: ... Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as ope...

Page 294: ...hrottle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for ...

Page 295: ...olant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 19 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Hydraulic Clutch System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Windshield Wa...

Page 296: ...92694 where required See Rear Axle on page 5 39 Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLG...

Page 297: ...tained from your GM dealer Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15287103 Engine Oil Filter 24460713 PF2244G Spark Plugs 12599232 41 981 Windshield Wiper Blade Hook Type Driver s Side 16 inches 40 cm 10344209 Passenger s Side 22 inches 55 cm 10344210 6 23 ...

Page 298: ...odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 24 ...

Page 299: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 25 ...

Page 300: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 26 ...

Page 301: ...ide Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Collision Damage Repair 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 15 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 15 Section 7 Customer ...

Page 302: ...stomer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top ...

Page 303: ...A 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs Specific vehicle informati...

Page 304: ...ressed to Pontiac s Customer Assistance Center 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 ROADSIDE 762 3743 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 80...

Page 305: ...ogram This program available to qualified 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 a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call...

Page 306: ...e 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 will be covered at no charge The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure Jump Start No start occurrences which require a battery jum...

Page 307: ...ship experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconve...

Page 308: ...actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum amount per day and must be supported by receipts This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and...

Page 309: ... Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicl...

Page 310: ...not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than with the consent of the vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request of police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of litigation through the discovery process or as required by law In addition once GM collects or receives data GM may use the ...

Page 311: ...tions of the vehicle A recycled original equipment GM part may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle s originally designed appearance and safety performance however the history of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that warranty Aftermarket collision parts are also available These are ma...

Page 312: ...ident Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in an accident Try to relax and then check to make sure you are all right If you are uninjured make sure that no one else in your vehicle or the other vehicle is injured If there has been an injury call 911 for help Do not leave the scene of an accident until all matters have been taken care of Move your vehicle only if its position puts you in d...

Page 313: ...ou have a question ask for an explanation Reputable shops welcome this opportunity Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repair facility of choice take your vehicle there or have it towed there Specify to the facility that any required replacement collis...

Page 314: ...olved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Govern...

Page 315: ...4 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provi...

Page 316: ...o Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Ti...

Page 317: ... 1 32 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 71 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 71 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 28 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 74 Care of Safety Belts 5 72 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 76 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 72 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 69 Convertible Top 5 74 Fabric Carpet 5 70 Finish Care 5 73 Finish ...

Page 318: ... 40 Back Up Lamps 5 42 Front Turn Signal Parking and Fog Lamps 5 41 Halogen Bulbs 5 40 Bulb Replacement cont Headlamps 5 41 Replacement Bulbs 5 43 Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 5 42 Buying New Tires 5 53 C California Fuel 5 6 California Proposition 65 Warning 5 3 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 82 Carbon Monoxide 2 9 2 28 4 24 4 34 Care of Safety Belts 5 72 Your CD Player ...

Page 319: ...t Deterrent 2 13 Control of a Vehicle 4 5 Convertible Top 2 33 Coolant Engine Temperature Warning Light 3 29 Low Warning Light 3 29 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 23 Cooling System 5 25 Cruise Control 3 10 Cupholder s 2 33 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 7 4 Customer Assistance Offices 7 4 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 7 2 G...

Page 320: ...Floor Console Fuse Block 5 78 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 78 Headlamp Wiring 5 78 Electrical System cont Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 78 Underhood Fuse Block 5 80 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 18 Battery 5 34 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 3 30 Coolant 5 19 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 3 29 Cooling System Inspection 6 20 Engine Compartment Overview 5 12 Exhaust 2 28 Oil 5 13 Oi...

Page 321: ... Circuit Breakers 5 78 Underhood Fuse Block 5 80 G Gage Fuel 3 35 Speedometer 3 22 Tachometer 3 22 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Specifications 5 6 Glove Box 2 33 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 5 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Headlamp Wiring 5 78 Headlamps 3 13 5 41 Bulb Replacement 5 40 Daytime Running Lamps 3 14 Flash to Pass 3 8 Front Turn Signal Parking and Fog Lamps 5 41 Halogen Bulbs 5 40 High Lo...

Page 322: ... Overview 3 4 Instrument Panel I P Brightness 3 15 Cluster 3 21 J Jump Starting 5 35 K Keyless Entry System 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Labelling Tire Sidewall 5 46 Lamps Battery Run Down Protection 3 15 Fog 3 14 Mirror Reading 3 15 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 26 Latches Seatback 1 4 Light Airbag Readiness 3 24 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 28 Brake System Warning 3 27 Charging System 3 27 Engine Coolan...

Page 323: ...ance Schedule cont Exhaust System Inspection 6 19 Fuel System Inspection 6 19 How This Section is Organized 6 2 Introduction 6 2 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 23 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 6 4 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 13 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 19 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 21 Part E Maintenance Record 6 2...

Page 324: ...5 Owners Canadian ii P Park P Shifting Into 2 25 Shifting Out of 2 26 Parking Brake 2 24 Over Things That Burn 2 27 Parking Your Vehicle 2 27 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 6 4 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 13 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 19 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 21 Part E Maintenance Record 6 24 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 25 Passenger Positio...

Page 325: ...Government 7 14 General Motors 7 15 United States Government 7 14 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems 1 43 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 43 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 19 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 29 Running the Engine While Parked 2 28 S Safety Belt Passenger Reminder Light 3 23 Pretensioners 1 17 Reminder Light 3 ...

Page 326: ...e 3 8 Specifications Capacities 5 82 Speedometer 3 22 Starting Your Engine 2 19 Steering 4 10 Steering and Suspension Inspection 6 19 Steering Wheel Controls Audio 3 69 Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 3 6 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area 2 33 Cupholder s 2 33 Glove Box 2 33 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 28 Sun Visors 2 12 T Tachometer 3 22 Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 5 42 Theft Deterr...

Page 327: ...atic 5 19 Fluid Manual 5 19 Transmission Operation Automatic 2 20 Transmission Operation Manual 2 23 Trunk 2 9 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 8 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 7 U Understanding Radio Reception 3 70 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 55 V Vehicle Control 4 5 Damage Warnings iv Loading 4 29 Parking Your 2 27 Service Soon Light 3 34 Symbols iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Rec...

Page 328: ...hicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 56 Different Size 5 54 Replacement 5 56 Windows 2 11 Manual 2 12 Power 2 12 Windshield Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 73 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 30 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 43 Windshield Wipers 3 9 Winter Driving 4 24 X XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 71 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 12 ...

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