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Hill and Mountain Roads

Driving on steep hills or mountains is different
from driving in flat or rolling terrain.

If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are
planning to visit there, here are some tips that
can make your trips safer and more enjoyable.

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Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check
all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires,
cooling system, and transmission. These parts
can work hard on mountain roads.

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CAUTION:

If you do not shift down, your brakes
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. Shift down to let your engine assist
your brakes on a steep downhill slope.

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Summary of Contents for 2007 Solstice

Page 1: ...nt Systems 72 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 76 Mirrors 93 OnStar System 94 Storage Areas 98 Convertible Top 99 Instrument Panel 105 Instrument Panel Overview 108 Climate Controls 122 Warning Lig...

Page 2: ...0 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 283 Tires 284 Appearance Care 314 Vehicle Identification 325 Electrical System 326 Capacities and Specifications 332 Maintenance Schedule 333 Maintenance Schedule...

Page 3: ...al describes features that may be available in this model but your vehicle may not have all of them For example more than one entertainment system may be offered or your vehicle may have been ordered...

Page 4: ...nual and the page number where it can be found Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you...

Page 5: ...warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text de...

Page 6: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle 6...

Page 7: ...ung Children 30 Child Restraint Systems 33 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 37 Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position 38 Airbag System 42 Where Are the Airbags 45 When S...

Page 8: ...sh a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when 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...

Page 9: ...hile the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust the...

Page 10: ...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...

Page 11: ...ard This allows access to the map pocket on the rear of the seatback To fold the seatback forward lift the latch and push the seatback forward CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forwa...

Page 12: ...art of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts CAUTION Do not let anyone ride where he or she can not wear a safety belt...

Page 13: ...Reminder Light on page 130 and Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 130 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here is why They work You never know if y...

Page 14: ...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 14...

Page 15: ...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 15...

Page 16: ...nel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make...

Page 17: ...system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you are in a vehicle that has airbags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal...

Page 18: ...our vehicle 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...

Page 19: ...hten the lap belt on smaller occupants The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would...

Page 20: ...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...

Page 21: ...otection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal i...

Page 22: ...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 s...

Page 23: ...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...

Page 24: ...across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can...

Page 25: ...omen 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 poss...

Page 26: ...al crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your sa...

Page 27: ...e 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...

Page 28: ...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 ch...

Page 29: ...the belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The lap portion of t...

Page 30: ...ave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropria...

Page 31: ...d 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 desi...

Page 32: ...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 par...

Page 33: ...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 secure...

Page 34: ...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 wi...

Page 35: ...aint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle An add on child restraint system is a portable one which is purchased by the vehicle s owner To help reduce injuries an add on child restraint must...

Page 36: ...an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are im...

Page 37: ...d is not properly secured in the child restraint Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH Some child restraints have a LATCH system As part of the LATCH system your child restraint may have lower...

Page 38: ...ions in this manual for securing a child restraint using the vehicle s safety belts Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position Your vehicle has a passenger s airbag A rear seat is a saf...

Page 39: ...circumstance even though it is turned off CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued We recommend that rear facing child restraints be transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear f...

Page 40: ...ack as it will go before securing the child restraint in this seat See Manual Seats on page 8 When the passenger sensing system has turned off the passenger s frontal airbag the off indicator in the p...

Page 41: ...portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your kne...

Page 42: ...seat massagers located between the seat cushion and the child restraint or small occupant can affect how the passenger sensing system operates Remove any additional material from the seat cushion befo...

Page 43: ...restraints to the safety belts All airbags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them CAUTION Airbags are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes...

Page 44: ...aintaining 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 protec...

Page 45: ...the 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 131 for more information Wher...

Page 46: ...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 be...

Page 47: ...e airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform the th...

Page 48: ...in In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel The airbag supplements the protection provided by safety belts...

Page 49: ...e doors turn the interior lamps on and turn the hazard warning flashers on when the airbags inflate You can lock the doors again turn the interior lamps off and turn the hazard warning flashers off by...

Page 50: ...tain conditions The driver s airbag is not part of the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the passenger s seat The sensors are designed to detect...

Page 51: ...t will accommodate a rear facing child restraint whenever possible CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the fr...

Page 52: ...inflate the passenger s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the passenger s seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be...

Page 53: ...rmation A thick layer of additional material such as a blanket or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates Re...

Page 54: ...stem To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 380 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can...

Page 55: ...modify your vehicle The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 362 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle mo...

Page 56: ...Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers...

Page 57: ...placed New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See the part on the ai...

Page 58: ...NOTES 58...

Page 59: ...76 Ignition Positions 77 Retained Accessory Power RAP 80 Starting the Engine 80 Automatic Transmission Operation 82 Manual Transmission Operation 85 Parking Brake 86 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Tra...

Page 60: ...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 no...

Page 61: ...e 368 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Your Remote Keyless Entry RKE system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device com...

Page 62: ...etermine if battery replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 62 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technicia...

Page 63: ...n will sound and the 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 ignitio...

Page 64: ...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 th...

Page 65: ...lts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat an...

Page 66: ...yed Locking If your vehicle has power door locks it will have the delayed locking feature This feature delays the actual locking of the doors when the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is used to l...

Page 67: ...ic Door Unlock If your vehicle has an automatic transmission and power door locks the doors with automatically unlock when the shift lever is moved into PARK P If your vehicle has a manual transmissio...

Page 68: ...n cause unconsciousness and even death CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal betwe...

Page 69: ...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 latc...

Page 70: ...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 v...

Page 71: ...iver 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 op...

Page 72: ...l flash once every three seconds If the security light is flashing twice per second this means that a door is open Arming the System While the ignition is off press the remote keyless entry transmitte...

Page 73: ...How the System Alarm is Activated If the system is armed it can be activated by Opening the driver s door or trunk This causes a ten second pre alarm chirping noise followed by the horn sounding and l...

Page 74: ...eration This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference re...

Page 75: ...SS Key III to have a new key made In an emergency contact Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program on page 368 It may be possible for the PASS Key III decoder to learn the transponder value...

Page 76: ...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...

Page 77: ...You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK If you have an automatic transmission the ignition switch cannot be turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is in PARK P If...

Page 78: ...he key The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving A warning tone will sound if you open the driver s door while in LOCK or ACC when the key has not been removed from the ignition Key In...

Page 79: ...ltage battery 1 Make sure the shift lever is in PARK P 2 Using a tool pry off the cover to the lock release access hole located at the bottom of the steering column 3 Place your finger into the access...

Page 80: ...tart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Notice Do not try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is...

Page 81: ...the cranking motor to cool down 2 If the engine does not start after 5 10 seconds especially in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing the accelerat...

Page 82: ...unning the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow Make sure the shift lever i...

Page 83: ...tion the engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only You can also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gea...

Page 84: ...RIVE D without using your brakes You might choose FOURTH 4 instead of DRIVE D when driving on hilly winding roads and when going down a steep hill INTERMEDIATE I This position is also used for normal...

Page 85: ...e shift lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch pedal Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into S...

Page 86: ...out feature which prevents a fifth gear to reverse gear shift Notice Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by your...

Page 87: ...nd the brake warning light is off before driving Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmission CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the p...

Page 88: ...rom PARK P without first pushing the shift lock release button If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift y...

Page 89: ...release the shift lever button 2 While holding down the brake pedal press the shift lever button again 3 Move the shift lever to the desired gear If you still cannot move the shift lever from PARK P...

Page 90: ...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 90...

Page 91: ...vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repair...

Page 92: ...can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 220 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly s...

Page 93: ...mirror so you can see clearly behind the vehicle Grip the mirror in the center and move it up and down or side to side The day night control located at the bottom of the mirror allows adjustment to l...

Page 94: ...d 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 Sy...

Page 95: ...l OnStar features are available on all vehicles To check if your vehicle is equipped to provide the services described below or for a full description of OnStar services and system limitations see the...

Page 96: ...subscribers to make and receive calls using voice commands Hands Free Calling is fully integrated into the vehicle and can be used with OnStar Pre Paid Minute Packages Hands Free Calling may also be l...

Page 97: ...icle information usually includes your GPS location and in the event of a crash additional information regarding the accident that your vehicle has been involved in e g the direction from which your v...

Page 98: ...our Responsibility You may need to increase the volume of your radio to hear the OnStar advisor If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red this means that your system is not functioning properly a...

Page 99: ...nd 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 Press the release button back in after you close the lid...

Page 100: ...before lowering the convertible top Notice Lowering the top if it is damp wet or dirty can cause stains mildew and damage to the inside of your vehicle Dry off the top before lowering it Notice If you...

Page 101: ...arking brake Shift an automatic transmission into PARK P Shift a manual transmission into FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 2 Make sure the ignition is turned off 3 Push the trunk release button located in the glo...

Page 102: ...has been installed at the factory on the trunk lid surface under the convertible top buttresses This film is designed to help prevent paint damage to the trunk lid Do not remove this protective film I...

Page 103: ...p front latch handle clockwise to latch the convertible top 8 Close the trunk D by pushing it down with a swift firm motion 9 At the rear edge of the convertible top press down on the two buttresses C...

Page 104: ...NOTES 104...

Page 105: ...tlet s 121 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 122 Climate Controls 122 Climate Control System 122 Outlet Adjustment 126 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 127 Instrument Panel Cluster 128 Speedometer an...

Page 106: ...plays 146 DIC Warnings and Messages 148 DIC Vehicle Personalization 152 Audio System s 157 Setting the Time Without Date Display 158 Setting the Time With Date Display 159 Radio with CD Base 161 Radio...

Page 107: ...NOTES 107...

Page 108: ...Instrument Panel Overview 108...

Page 109: ...0 K Electronic Stability Control ESC Traction Control System TCS Button If Equipped See Electronic Stability Control on page 200 or Traction Control System TCS on page 198 L Driver Information Center...

Page 110: ...matter what position your key is in and even if the key is not in the ignition switch Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the...

Page 111: ...column To tilt the wheel pull down the lever Then move the wheel to a comfortable position pull up the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of th...

Page 112: ...your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash rapidly a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see yo...

Page 113: ...ed sensitive operation When you select this position the delay will vary depending on the vehicles speed as well as the manually selected delay x Delay When the lever is in the intermittent position t...

Page 114: ...er motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload If the motor gets stuck turn the wipers off clear away the snow or ice and then turn the wip...

Page 115: ...ol can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise C...

Page 116: ...ed and then you apply the brake This disengages the cruise control To return to your previously set speed you do not need to go through the set process again Once you are going about 25 mph 40 km h or...

Page 117: ...the vehicle speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle speed When going downhill you might have to brak...

Page 118: ...parking brake engaged When operating in AUTO a brief 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 D...

Page 119: ...makes both low beam headlamps turn on at reduced intensity when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamp control is turned to AUTO The light sensor detects daytime light...

Page 120: ...Instrument Panel Brightness The control for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the right of the steering wheel Turn the knob clockwise to brighten the lights or counterclockwise to dim...

Page 121: ...unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum 20 ampere rating Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet...

Page 122: ...hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating Notice If you put papers pins or other flammable items in the ashtray hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage y...

Page 123: ...he system is designed to make adjustments to help with fuel economy while still maintaining the selected temperature Air conditioning does not operate at temperature below 40 F 4 C In temperatures abo...

Page 124: ...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...

Page 125: ...When you select this mode the system runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is near freezing or below 0 Defrost Turn the right knob on the control panel to this mode to di...

Page 126: ...mount of airflow inside the vehicle Move the louvers up or down or turn clockwise or counterclockwise to change the direction of the airflow Your vehicle has flow through ventilation that allows outsi...

Page 127: ...ges some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indi...

Page 128: ...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 economical...

Page 129: ...be checked without the vehicle running 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 mile...

Page 130: ...r 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...

Page 131: ...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...

Page 132: ...off symbol to let you know the status 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 passe...

Page 133: ...t the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 50 for more on this including important safety information If after severa...

Page 134: ...ve a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into...

Page 135: ...r the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle on page 231 CAUTION Your brake system may not be w...

Page 136: ...page 134 The ABS warning light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN This is normal If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a...

Page 137: ...message appears the system is aiding in maintaining vehicle directional control See Electronic Stability Control on page 200 and Traction Control System TCS on page 198 for more information See DIC Wa...

Page 138: ...do Your vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle has a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control sys...

Page 139: ...s to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications...

Page 140: ...e your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehi...

Page 141: ...ssions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspect...

Page 142: ...hen you turn the ignition to START If it does not come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away If you are idling at a stop sign the light may blin...

Page 143: ...power light is still on but there is no reduction in performance proceed to your destination The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven The vehicle may be driven at a reduced...

Page 144: ...ut how much fuel you have left Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full...

Page 145: ...warning status messages All messages will appear in the DIC display located at the bottom of the tachometer on the instrument panel cluster The DIC buttons are located on the left side of the steerin...

Page 146: ...or TRIP B is displayed These modes show the current distance traveled since the last reset for each trip odometer in either miles mi or kilometers km Both odometers can be used at the same time Each t...

Page 147: ...isplayed to reset the average vehicle speed OIL LIFE Press the information button until OIL LIFE is displayed The engine oil life system shows an estimate of the oil s remaining useful life It will sh...

Page 148: ...r warning messages AUTO Automatic LIGHTS OFF This message displays if the automatic headlamp system is disabled with the headlamp switch AUTO Automatic LIGHTS ON This message displays if the automatic...

Page 149: ...CS Indicator Warning Light 2 0L Engine Only on page 136 for more information CRUISE ENGAGED This message displays when the cruise control system is active See Cruise Control on page 115 for more infor...

Page 150: ...ndicator Warning Light 2 0L Engine Only on page 136 for more information KEY FOB BATT Battery LOW This message displays if the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter battery is low Replace the battery i...

Page 151: ...back on again while you are driving your vehicle needs service Have the ESC inspected by your dealer as soon as possible SERVICE TRACTION If your vehicle has the Traction Control System TCS this mess...

Page 152: ...gnition on while the vehicle is stopped To avoid excessive drain on the battery it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off 2 Press and hold the information and reset buttons at the same time...

Page 153: ...the first press of the lock button on the RKE transmitter The horn will still chirp on the second press ON The horn will chirp on the first press of the lock button on the RKE transmitter See Remote K...

Page 154: ...ation on page 62 for more information Choose one of the available settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature DELAY LOCK This feature which delays the actual...

Page 155: ...ansmission Only following See Automatic Door Unlock on page 67 for more information Choose one of the available settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature U...

Page 156: ...settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC will display When LANGUAGE appears on t...

Page 157: ...ng your favorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if...

Page 158: ...rly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipme...

Page 159: ...a single CD player the radio has a clock button for setting the time and date To set the time and date follow these instructions 1 Turn the ignition key to ACC accessory or RUN Press the power knob l...

Page 160: ...rease press the left SEEK arrow or REV reverse button You can also turn the tune knob located on the upper right side of the radio to adjust the selected setting The date does not automatically displa...

Page 161: ...urn 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 s...

Page 162: ...equency is weak or has static decrease the treble EQ Equalization Press this button to adjust BASS and TREBLE Settings Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL FADE Balance Fade To adjust the balance o...

Page 163: ...aged 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 on page 187 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a kno...

Page 164: ...om do the following 1 Press this button to play tracks from the CD you are listening to in random order The random icon displays 2 Press this button again to turn off random play The random icon disap...

Page 165: ...write it down and provide it to your dealer while reporting the problem Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate Th...

Page 166: ...rtable audio device is playing The portable audio device continues playing so you might want to stop it or turn it off CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD while a portable audio device...

Page 167: ...uired in order to receive the XM service For more information contact XM In the U S at www xmradio com or call 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 or in Canada at www xmradio ca or call 1 877 GET XMSR 438 9677 Playin...

Page 168: ...button to highlight the desired label or press the pushbutton positioned under any one of the labels and the information about that label displays While information is not available No Info displays...

Page 169: ...favorites for the chosen amount of numbered pages Setting the Tone Bass Midrange Treble BASS MID TREB Bass Midrange or Treble To adjust bass midrange or treble press the tune knob until the tone contr...

Page 170: ...A beep sounds and the level adjusts to the middle position To quickly adjust all speaker and tone controls to the middle position press the tune knob for more than two seconds until a beep sounds Find...

Page 171: ...el The radio does not let you to remove or add categories while the vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph 8 km h Radio Messages Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle fr...

Page 172: ...y the track number displays The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner If playing a CD R the sound q...

Page 173: ...r press and hold the eject button for two seconds to eject all discs f Tune Turn this knob to select tracks on the CD currently playing SEEK Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current...

Page 174: ...CD player in random order press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label until Randomize All Discs displays Press the same pushbutton again to turn off random play BAND Press this button to liste...

Page 175: ...e it down and provide it to your dealer while reporting the problem Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate This i...

Page 176: ...player If a portable audio player is not connected No Aux Input Device displays Using an MP3 MP3 CD R or CD RW Disc The radio plays MP3 files that were recorded on a CD R or CD RW disc The files can b...

Page 177: ...ze the length of the file folder or playlist names Long file folder or playlist names or a combination of a large number of files and folders or playlists can cause the player to be unable to play up...

Page 178: ...displaying the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT When the CD R contains only playlists and compressed audio files but no folders all files are located under the root folder The folder down an...

Page 179: ...ng the radio These playlists are treated as special folders containing compressed audio song files Playing an MP3 Insert a CD R partway into the slot Single CD Player or press the load button and wait...

Page 180: ...he CD player 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 Do not add any label to a C...

Page 181: ...the file displays RDM Random With the random setting MP3 files on the CD R can be played in random rather than sequential order on one CD R or all discs in a six disc CD player To use random do one o...

Page 182: ...s the pushbutton below the back label to return to the main music navigator screen The album name displays on the second line between the arrows and songs from the current album and begins to play Onc...

Page 183: ...he signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after four second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear sh...

Page 184: ...or security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message displays after having your vehicle serviced check with your dealer XM Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to...

Page 185: ...steering wheel If your vehicle has this feature some audio controls can be adjusted at this location They include the following x w Press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or to the previous...

Page 186: ...station frequencies to interfere with each other For better radio reception most AM radio stations will boost the power levels during the day and then reduce these levels during the night Static can a...

Page 187: ...the surface Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of the CD Player Do not use CD lens cleaners for CD players because the lens of the CD optics can be...

Page 188: ...NOTES 188...

Page 189: ...Road Recovery 206 Passing 206 Loss of Control 208 Driving at Night 209 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 211 City Driving 214 Freeway Driving 215 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 216 Highway Hypnosis 217...

Page 190: ...pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common A...

Page 191: ...tes nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medi...

Page 192: ...drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means...

Page 193: ...answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collis...

Page 194: ...First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a secon...

Page 195: ...ps you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non GM a...

Page 196: ...one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make...

Page 197: ...reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down may be the wrong thing to do Your wheels can stop rolling Once they do the vehicle cannot respond to your steering Momentum will carry it in what...

Page 198: ...l System TCS Indicator Warning Light 2 0L Engine Only on page 136 for more information If your vehicle is in cruise control when TCS begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically di...

Page 199: ...ing engine power to the wheels engine speed management and by applying brakes to each individual wheel brake traction control as necessary The traction control system is enabled automatically when you...

Page 200: ...page 115 Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 235 for more information Limited Slip Rear Axle Your vehicle may have a limited slip...

Page 201: ...the system will not assist the driver in maintaining directional control of the vehicle Adjust your driving accordingly See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 148 See Electronic Stability Control ESC T...

Page 202: ...Competitive Driving Mode later in this section ESC may also turn off automatically if it determines that a problem exists with the system The ESC OFF and SERVICE ESC messages and the ESC TCS light wi...

Page 203: ...action Damage caused by misuse of the vehicle is not covered See your warranty book for additional information Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the...

Page 204: ...et the road and make you lose control See Traction Control System TCS on page 198 and Electronic Stability Control on page 200 What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the brake or accelerat...

Page 205: ...less you have anti lock brakes not enough to lock your wheels See Braking on page 194 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the lef...

Page 206: ...r on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on...

Page 207: ...will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping bac...

Page 208: ...ss danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions...

Page 209: ...elps avoid only the braking skid If you do not have ABS then in a braking skid where the wheels are no longer rolling release enough pressure on the brakes to get the wheels rolling again This restore...

Page 210: ...en you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep...

Page 211: ...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 ro...

Page 212: ...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 hap...

Page 213: ...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 Be...

Page 214: ...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 Se...

Page 215: ...ve a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the...

Page 216: ...ou are ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you are not fresh such as after a day s work do not plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and s...

Page 217: ...d with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Do not let it happen to you If it does...

Page 218: ...safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads CAUTION If you do...

Page 219: ...go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own...

Page 220: ...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...

Page 221: ...to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there The Traction Control System TCS improves your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road But you can turn the TCS off if...

Page 222: ...ever your braking system allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice On an otherwise clear road...

Page 223: ...can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You cannot see it or smell it so you might not know it is in you...

Page 224: ...ose the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as...

Page 225: ...rmation about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 302 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn the steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around the front wh...

Page 226: ...d 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 the Tire and Loa...

Page 227: ...information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 284 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 292 There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification label It tells you the Gross...

Page 228: ...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 Consu...

Page 229: ...pacity 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 fo...

Page 230: ...s Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle 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...

Page 231: ...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 y...

Page 232: ...NOTES 232...

Page 233: ...ir Cleaner Filter 254 Automatic Transmission Fluid 256 Manual Transmission Fluid 256 Hydraulic Clutch 256 Engine Coolant 257 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 260 Engine Overheating 260 Cooling System 2...

Page 234: ...7 Washing Your Vehicle 318 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 318 Finish Care 319 Windshield and Wiper Blades 320 Convertible Top 320 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 321 Tires 322 Sheet Metal Damage 322...

Page 235: ...nd safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like anti lock brakes traction control and stability con...

Page 236: ...pt any vehicle maintenance task CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong fa...

Page 237: ...e 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...

Page 238: ...rmined 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...

Page 239: ...an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT General Motors recommends against the use of...

Page 240: ...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 T...

Page 241: ...tic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 138 If your vehicle has...

Page 242: ...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 Un...

Page 243: ...ge 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 Notice Closing the hood with the doors open may...

Page 244: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 4L L4 engine this is what you will see 244...

Page 245: ...iew See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 247 E Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 254 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page...

Page 246: ...When you open the hood on the 2 0L L4 engine this is what you will see 246...

Page 247: ...ting on page 274 I Battery Out of View See Battery on page 273 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 274 K Underhood Fuse Block See Underhood Fuse Block on page 329 Engine Oil Checking...

Page 248: ...cations on page 332 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engi...

Page 249: ...andard designation you can cause engine damage not covered by your warranty SAE 5W 30 As shown in the viscosity chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle These numbers on an oil container show its visc...

Page 250: ...substitute oil designated SAE 5W 30 with the starburst symbol at all temperatures Substitute oil not meeting GM Standard GM4718M should not be used for an oil change For Vehicles With the 2 4L L4 Engi...

Page 251: ...anty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area of extreme cold where the temperature falls below 20 F 29 C it is recommended that you use either an SAE 5W 30...

Page 252: ...is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year However the engine oil and filter must be changed at...

Page 253: ...reset procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long...

Page 254: ...Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 244 for the location of the engine air cleaner filter 2 4L L4 Engine 2 0L L4 Engine 254...

Page 255: ...th 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...

Page 256: ...e covered by your warranty Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 353 Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the manual...

Page 257: ...lean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine tempe...

Page 258: ...gine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and b...

Page 259: ...ure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are h...

Page 260: ...t enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight and fully seated Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly inst...

Page 261: ...epairs would not be covered by your warranty If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine An engine coolant temperature warning can indicate a serious problem See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on...

Page 262: ...ay If there is still no sign of steam you can idle the engine for three minutes while you are parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cool...

Page 263: ...under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is b...

Page 264: ...If they are not your vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature en...

Page 265: ...the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap CAUTION Adding...

Page 266: ...coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about two o...

Page 267: ...least five minutes 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this ti...

Page 268: ...following 1 Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and c...

Page 269: ...n page 244 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause th...

Page 270: ...r later your brakes and or clutch will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake clutch fluid Adding fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your...

Page 271: ...r they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake clutch system parts For example just a few drops of miner...

Page 272: ...ould result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your bra...

Page 273: ...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 b...

Page 274: ...t could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground b...

Page 275: ...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 could save the radio 4 Open the hood on the other vehicle and...

Page 276: ...AUTION 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...

Page 277: ...d maybe other parts too And do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal locat...

Page 278: ...a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by...

Page 279: ...Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repa...

Page 280: ...could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps To replace the low high beam Daytime Running Lamps DRL headlamp bulb do the following 1 Open the hood See Ho...

Page 281: ...ect the bulb socket from the wiring harness 5 Install a new bulb 6 Reverse the steps to reinstall the bulb assembly and headlamp assembly Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps To replace one of these bu...

Page 282: ...t 5 Reinstall the bulb socket by lining up the tabs in the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure it License Plate Lamp To replace the license plate lamp bulb do the following 1 Remove the two...

Page 283: ...lacement bulbs not 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 347 for more i...

Page 284: ...ou ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your GM Warranty booklet for details For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer s booklet included with y...

Page 285: ...ile tires are more susceptible to damage from road hazards or curb impact than standard profile tires Tire and or wheel assembly damage can occur when coming into contact with road hazards like pothol...

Page 286: ...hoose to use winter tires Use tires of the same brand and tread type on all four wheel positions Use only radial ply tires of the same size load range and speed rating as the original equipment tires...

Page 287: ...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 manu...

Page 288: ...ire size aspect ratio is 60 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the...

Page 289: ...s are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa bef...

Page 290: ...Weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs...

Page 291: ...or New Tires on page 295 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determi...

Page 292: ...tion label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar below the driver s door latch This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires...

Page 293: ...y If the inflation pressure is low add air until you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Re check the tire pr...

Page 294: ...ires they are directional tires and must roll in a certain direction for the best overall performance The direction is shown by an arrow on the tire sidewall Because these tires are directional they s...

Page 295: ...attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off When It Is Time...

Page 296: ...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 followe...

Page 297: ...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 su...

Page 298: ...safety 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 con...

Page 299: ...underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were alig...

Page 300: ...you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause proble...

Page 301: ...you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly...

Page 302: ...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 284...

Page 303: ...ed sidewalls or large tears that allow rapid air loss call a tire repair facility See Roadside Assistance Program on page 368 If the flat tire is due to a slow leak caused by a nail or other similar r...

Page 304: ...ther similar road hazard the tire inflator kit can be used to temporarily repair the damaged tire After temporarily repairing the tire with the inflator kit it is recommended to take your vehicle to a...

Page 305: ...re accessing the tire inflator kit 2 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 68 for more information 3 Locate the tire inflator kit on the driver s side of the vehicle near the back corner of the trunk 4 Rem...

Page 306: ...see your dealer for a replacement canister 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 sealant filling hose from th...

Page 307: ...nd 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 248 kPa 7 Move the inflator kit switch to the I on pos...

Page 308: ...g hose from the tire valve See Roadside Assistance Program on page 368 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...

Page 309: ...d CAUTION Storing the tire inflator kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store the t...

Page 310: ...sure you can inflate the tire back up to the recommended inflation pressure 19 Dispose of the sealant canister at a local dealer or in accordance with your local state codes and practices After using...

Page 311: ...nformation 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 instructi...

Page 312: ...d strike someone Store the tire inflator kit in the proper place 11 Disconnect the compressor inflator hose and wrap the hose in the bottom of the inflator kit 12 Place the equipment in the original l...

Page 313: ...er for more information To install a new sealant canister do the following 1 Align the sealant filling hose with the slot in the air compressor 2 Push the sealant canister down and turn it clockwise 3...

Page 314: ...g 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...

Page 315: ...e your upholstery while cleaning Damage to your vehicle s interior may result from the use of many organic solvents such as naptha alcohol etc Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush atta...

Page 316: ...surface After the cleaning process has been completed a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or carpet Leather A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If...

Page 317: ...alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the wi...

Page 318: ...cts can be obtained from your dealer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 324 Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should...

Page 319: ...and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice mel...

Page 320: ...ould be cleaned often However high pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle When you hand wash the top do it in partial shade Use a mild soap lukewarm water and a soft sponge A chamoi...

Page 321: ...or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels The repairs...

Page 322: ...body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while main...

Page 323: ...frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical...

Page 324: ...cer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Rem...

Page 325: ...s labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your vehicle s engine specifications a...

Page 326: ...see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 54 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses An electrical overload will cause the lamps to remain off If this happens have your hea...

Page 327: ...r vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Floor Console Fuse Block The floor console fus...

Page 328: ...dule Clutch Switch Crank Relay Instrument Panel Cluster 17 Empty 18 Empty Fuses Usage 19 Electric Power Steering Steering Wheel Controls 20 Spare 21 Spare 22 Empty 23 Radio 24 Sensing and Diagnostic M...

Page 329: ...e fuses use the fuse puller or hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out See Engine Compartment Overview on page 244 for more information on location Fuses Usa...

Page 330: ...ay LE5 Empty LNF 25 Fuse Puller 26 Powertrain Relay Fuses Usage 27 Empty 28 Back up Lamps Relay Automatic Transmission Empty Manual Transmission 29 Data Link Connector 30 Outlet 31 Back up Lamps Autom...

Page 331: ...ndshield Wiper Low High Relay 53 Fog Lamps 54 Fog Lamps Relay 55 Horn Relay 56 S Band OnStar Remote Keyless Entry System Fuses Usage 57 Anti lock Brake System 58 Wiper Diode 59 Windshield Wiper 60 Hor...

Page 332: ...System 2 0L Engine Automatic 8 9 qt 8 4 L 2 0L Engine Manual 9 0 qt 8 6 L 2 4L Engine Automatic 8 5 qt 8 0 L 2 4L Engine Manual 8 7 qt 8 2 L Engine Oil with Filter 5 0 qt 4 7 L Fuel Tank 13 6 gal 51 5...

Page 333: ...346 At Least Once a Month 346 At Least Twice a Year 347 At Least Once a Year 348 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 351 Steering and Suspension Inspection 351 Exhaust System Inspection 351 Fuel...

Page 334: ...s 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 i...

Page 335: ...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 dea...

Page 336: ...wing and note how you drive If you have questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule t...

Page 337: ...Center DIC it also has the GM Oil Life System a computer system that lets you know when to change the oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Base...

Page 338: ...nd Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 10 000 Miles 16 000 km Vehicles with Driver Information Center DIC The Engine Oil Life System will tell you...

Page 339: ...ote Vehicles without Driver Information 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 2...

Page 340: ...er 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 252 An Emission Control Service See footnote Vehicles wit...

Page 341: ...hen to change the engine oil and filter See Engine Oil Life System on page 252 An Emission Control Service See footnote Vehicles without Driver Information Center Change engine oil and filter or every...

Page 342: ...ation Center Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace the filter If vehicle is driven in...

Page 343: ...sion 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 Inspect engine air cleane...

Page 344: ...mation Center Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace the filter If vehicle is driven i...

Page 345: ...more of these conditions In heavy city traffic 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 servic...

Page 346: ...ill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 247 for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and a...

Page 347: ...weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Part D...

Page 348: ...he vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regu...

Page 349: ...ly if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn 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 eff...

Page 350: ...e 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 ve...

Page 351: ...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...

Page 352: ...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 crui...

Page 353: ...GM4718M Oils meeting this standard may be identified with the American Petroleum Institute API Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol However not all synthetic API oils with the starburst sym...

Page 354: ...drain and refill add 4 ounces 118 ml of Limited Slip Axle Lubricant Additive GM Part No U S 1052358 in Canada 992694 where required See Rear Axle on page 279 Usage Fluid Lubricant Chassis Lubrication...

Page 355: ...er Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15287103 A3076C Engine Oil Filter 12605566 PF457G Spark Plugs 2 4L Engine 12598004 41 103 2 0L...

Page 356: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing Belt routing for A C option shown Dotted line represents routing for non A C option 2 0L and 2 4L L4 Engines 356...

Page 357: ...dometer 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...

Page 358: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 358...

Page 359: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 359...

Page 360: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 360...

Page 361: ...oadside Assistance Program 368 Courtesy Transportation 371 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 373 Collision Damage Repair 375 Reporting Safety Defects 379 Reporting Safety Defects to the...

Page 362: ...ger contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without furth...

Page 363: ...Vehicle Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will gene...

Page 364: ...hat the entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in approximately 70 days We believe our impartial program offers advantages ov...

Page 365: ...ation and to register your vehicle My GM Canada Canada only My GM Canada is a password protected section of gmcanada com where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use h...

Page 366: ...addressed to United States Customer Assistance Pontiac Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 www Pontiac com 1 800 762 2737 or 1 800 833 7668 For Text Telephone devices TTYs...

Page 367: ...his 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 scoot...

Page 368: ...in Canada during the Base Warranty coverage period of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty up to a maximum coverage of 100 Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest ser...

Page 369: ...ervice please call us toll free at 1 800 268 6800 We will make every attempt to send your personalized trip routing as quickly as possible but it s best to allow three weeks before your planned depart...

Page 370: ...tion of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number of the vehicle Odometer reading Vehicle Identification Number VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem While we hop...

Page 371: ...your inconvenience when warranty repairs are required Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty and is available only at participating dealers A separate booklet entitl...

Page 372: ...and must be supported by original receipts In addition for U S customers should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be avail...

Page 373: ...ction 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 v...

Page 374: ...will 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 o...

Page 375: ...y also be used for repair These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior accidents In most cases the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle A...

Page 376: ...ce coverage is not available from your current insurance carrier consider switching to another insurance carrier If your vehicle is leased the leasing company may require you to have insurance that as...

Page 377: ...scription of the damage to the other vehicle If possible call your insurance company from the scene of the accident They will walk you through the information they will need If they ask for a police r...

Page 378: ...you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with your repair professional and insist on Gen...

Page 379: ...1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safet...

Page 380: ...nual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give techn...

Page 381: ...Service Bulletins and Manuals 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 Fri...

Page 382: ...NOTES 382...

Page 383: ...ee After an Airbag Inflates 48 When Should an Airbag Inflate 47 Where Are the Airbags 45 Antenna Fixed Mast 187 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 187 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 195 Anti Lock B...

Page 384: ...rip 216 Brake Anti Lock Brake System ABS 195 Emergencies 197 Parking 86 System Inspection 352 System Warning Light 134 Brakes 270 Braking 194 Braking in Emergencies 197 Break In New Vehicle 76 Bulb Re...

Page 385: ...nstrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 317 Leather 316 Tires 322 Cleaning cont Underbody Maintenance 323 Washing Your Vehicle 318 Weatherstrips 317 Windshield and Wiper Blades 320 Climate Co...

Page 386: ...oor Unlock 67 Delayed Locking 66 Manual Door Locks 65 Power Door Locks 66 Driver Position Safety Belt 18 Driver Information Center DIC 145 DIC Operation and Displays 146 DIC Vehicle Personalization 15...

Page 387: ...R 373 Extender Safety Belt 26 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 254 Finish Damage 322 Fixed Mast Antenna 187 Flashers Hazard Warning 110 Flash to Pass 113 Flat Tire 302 Fluid Automatic Transmission 256 Manu...

Page 388: ...w Beam Changer 112 On Reminder 119 Heater 122 Highbeam On Light 143 Highway Hypnosis 217 Hill and Mountain Roads 218 Hood Checking Things Under 242 Release 243 Horn 110 How to Use This Manual 4 How to...

Page 389: ...ag Readiness 131 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 135 Brake System Warning 134 Charging System 134 Electronic Stability Control 136 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 137 Highbeam On 143 Low Coolant War...

Page 390: ...s Section is Organized 334 Introduction 334 Maintenance Requirements 334 Maintenance Schedule cont Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 355 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 336 Part B Owner Check...

Page 391: ...ner Center 365 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 94 Other Warning Devices 110 Outlet Adjustment 126 Outlet s Accessory Power 121 Outside Manual Mirror 93 Power Mirrors 94 Owners Canadian 3 P Paint Damag...

Page 392: ...Safety Belt 26 Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 17 R Radios 157 Care of Your CD Player 187 Care of Your CDs 187 Radio with CD 161 166 Setting the Time 158 159 Theft Deterrent 185 Understandi...

Page 393: ...der Light 130 Safety Belts Care of 317 Driver Position 18 Safety Belts cont How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 18 Passenger Position 26 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 17 Safety Belt Extender...

Page 394: ...Audio 185 Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 111 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area 99 Cupholder s 98 Glove Box 98 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 224 Sun Visors 71 T Tachometer 129 Taillamps Turn Signal...

Page 395: ...luid Automatic 256 Fluid Manual 256 Transmission Operation Automatic 82 Transmission Operation Manual 85 Trunk 68 Trunk Ajar Light 144 Turn and Lane Change Signals 112 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever...

Page 396: ...cle Damage 5 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 299 Different Size 297 Replacement 299 Windows 70 Manual 71 Power 71 Windshield Washer 114 Washer Fluid 269 Wiper Blade Replacement 283 Wiper Blades Clea...

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