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Your Driving, the Road, and Your

Vehicle

..................................................... 290

Defensive Driving ...................................... 290
Drunken Driving ........................................ 291
Control of a Vehicle .................................. 294
Braking ...................................................... 294
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 295
Braking in Emergencies ............................. 297
Traction Control System (TCS) .................. 297
StabiliTrak

®

System ................................... 298

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System .................. 299
Steering .................................................... 300
Off-Road Recovery .................................... 303
Passing ..................................................... 303
Loss of Control .......................................... 305
Driving at Night ......................................... 306

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ............ 308
City Driving ............................................... 311
Freeway Driving ........................................ 312
Before Leaving on a Long Trip .................. 313
Highway Hypnosis ..................................... 314
Hill and Mountain Roads ........................... 314
Winter Driving ........................................... 316
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud,

Ice, or Snow .......................................... 320

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out ........... 321
Loading Your Vehicle ................................ 321

Towing

........................................................ 326

Towing Your Vehicle ................................. 326
Recreational Vehicle Towing ...................... 326
Towing a Trailer ........................................ 328

Section 4

Driving Your Vehicle

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Summary of Contents for 2007 Torrent

Page 1: ...t Deterrent Systems 111 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 114 Mirrors 129 OnStar System 133 Storage Areas 137 Sunroof 143 Instrument Panel 145 Instrument Panel Overview 148 Climate Controls 166 Warn...

Page 2: ...380 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 384 Tires 386 Appearance Care 420 Vehicle Identification 430 Electrical System 431 Capacities and Specifications 436 Maintenance Schedule 437 Maintenance Schedu...

Page 3: ...l 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 w...

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: ...2 Safety Belt Extender 42 Child Restraints 43 Older Children 43 Infants and Young Children 46 Child Restraint Systems 49 Where to Put the Restraint 54 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 57 S...

Page 8: ...den 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 Lift the bar located under the front of the sea...

Page 9: ...adjuster it is located on the outboard side of the seat near the front of the seat cushion To raise the seat move the lever upward repeatedly until the seat is at the desired height To lower the seat...

Page 10: ...ward or rearward Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the control up o...

Page 11: ...ne indicator light will be lit Press the switch a third time to turn the heated seat off Manual Reclining Seatbacks CAUTION You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s s...

Page 12: ...tback on the front passenger s seat lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position Then release the lever to lock the seatback in place If your front pas...

Page 13: ...e 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 ther...

Page 14: ...int is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Pull the head restraint up to raise it To lower the head restraint press the bu...

Page 15: ...n which an airbag would inflate For more information see Where Are the Airbags on page 75 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 321 CAUTION Things you put on this seatback can strike and injure people in a...

Page 16: ...located on the outboard side of the seat up fully and fold the seatback forward until it disengages 4 Continue to fold the seat forward until it locks in the folded position 5 Pull up on the seatback...

Page 17: ...locked in place The recliner lever is also used to recline the seatback while a passenger is seated See Manual Reclining Seatbacks on page 11 Rear Seats Split Folding Rear Seat The rear split bench s...

Page 18: ...re not twisted To fold the seatback down do the following Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety be...

Page 19: ...h to ensure the seat is locked in place 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 some things you should not...

Page 20: ...ee Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 175 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here is why They work You never know if you will be in a crash If you do have a...

Page 21: ...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 21...

Page 22: ...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 22...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ...First you will want to know which restraint systems your 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...

Page 26: ...e the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the...

Page 27: ...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 sho...

Page 28: ...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 29: ...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 30: ...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 31: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and...

Page 32: ...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 33: ...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 34: ...ou Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Improper shoulder belt heig...

Page 35: ...egnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Dr...

Page 36: ...rown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap shoulder belts Here is how to wear one p...

Page 37: ...ut all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 42 Make sure the release button on the buckle is posit...

Page 38: ...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 force...

Page 39: ...ety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt...

Page 40: ...ic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic c...

Page 41: ...the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 36 Make sure that the shoulde...

Page 42: ...r safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 91 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is no...

Page 43: ...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...

Page 44: ...so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt...

Page 45: ...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 Wherever the child sits the lap...

Page 46: ...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 47: ...s plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air...

Page 48: ...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 49: ...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 50: ...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 51: ...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 52: ...elt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 57 for more information A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint i...

Page 53: ...that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side CAUTION...

Page 54: ...ild restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be...

Page 55: ...f the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance ev...

Page 56: ...s for Use of Three Child Restraints A Child restraint or occupant using safety belt A Child restraint or occupant using safety belt B Child restraint using LATCH Wherever you install a child restraint...

Page 57: ...must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LAT...

Page 58: ...ent B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be...

Page 59: ...located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion The top tether anchors for each rear seating position are located on the back of the rear seatback You may need to adjust the rear comp...

Page 60: ...s the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Make sure that a LATCH type child restrain...

Page 61: ...child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly may cause damage to these parts Make sure when securing unused safety belts behind the child restraint that there i...

Page 62: ...ructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the l...

Page 63: ...restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the head restraint If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether raise the head re...

Page 64: ...Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latc...

Page 65: ...h down on the child restraint pull the shoulder 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 re...

Page 66: ...is not in use slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing The latch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety belt near the upper anchor on the side wall Securing a Child Restraint in the...

Page 67: ...to the inflating airbag Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fai...

Page 68: ...detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it...

Page 69: ...t passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 82 We recommend that rear facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If your child restraint is forwa...

Page 70: ...tighten the belt push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder 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 fo...

Page 71: ...recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint If...

Page 72: ...ont passenger s window Even if you have no right front passenger seat in your vehicle there is still an active frontal airbag in the right side of the instrument panel Do not place cargo in front of t...

Page 73: ...near frontal crashes They are not designed to CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued inflate in rollover rear crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal airbags may prov...

Page 74: ...e still maintaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured...

Page 75: ...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 176 for more information Where Ar...

Page 76: ...frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has a roof mounted airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver it is located in the ceilin...

Page 77: ...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...

Page 78: ...on of the impact and how quickly your vehicle slows down In addition your vehicle has dual stage frontal airbags which adjust the restraint according to crash severity Your vehicle has electronic fron...

Page 79: ...impacts Your vehicle may or may not have roof mounted airbags and a rollover sensor See Airbag System on page 72 These rollover capable airbags are intended to inflate in moderate to severe side crash...

Page 80: ...ted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags supplement the protection...

Page 81: ...flation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there may b...

Page 82: ...n and Event Data Recorders on page 468 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag system Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passe...

Page 83: ...hild seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the ri...

Page 84: ...ar facing child restraint in the right front seat position Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child res...

Page 85: ...e instrument panel will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is off If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from...

Page 86: ...g upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in your vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person If a...

Page 87: ...seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates Remove any additional material from the seat cushion before reinstalling or securing the child restraint and b...

Page 88: ...stem To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 474 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can...

Page 89: ...e are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 456 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can I find o...

Page 90: ...forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Not...

Page 91: ...ve LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag infl...

Page 92: ...NOTES 92...

Page 93: ...erating Your Vehicle 114 New Vehicle Break In 114 Ignition Positions 115 Retained Accessory Power RAP 116 Starting the Engine 116 Engine Coolant Heater 118 Automatic Transaxle Operation 119 Parking Br...

Page 94: ...as 137 Glove Box 137 Cupholder s 137 Center Console Storage Area 138 Luggage Carrier 138 Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 140 Rear Seat Armrest 141 Table 142 Convenience Net 143 Sunroof 143 Sectio...

Page 95: ...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 96: ...pare keys Remote Keyless Entry RKE System The remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device comp...

Page 97: ...is necessary See Battery Replacement and Resynchronization under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 97 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for ser...

Page 98: ...e DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 210 for additional information Pressing the lock button may arm the content theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent on page 111 K Unlock Press the unlo...

Page 99: ...e Content Theft Deterrent on page 111 If you accidentally set off the alarm when entering or exiting the vehicle you can shut it off by pressing the lock or unlock button once or the panic alarm butto...

Page 100: ...y Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the RKE transmitter do the following 1 Use a flat thin object to pry open the transmitter 2 O...

Page 101: ...ease the lock button and then press and hold the remote vehicle start button to start the vehicle Your RKE transmitter with the remote start button provides an increased range of operation However the...

Page 102: ...is used again before the first 10 minute time frame has ended the first 10 minutes will immediately expire and the second 10 minute time frame will start For example if the lock button and then the re...

Page 103: ...rom the factory with the remote vehicle start system enabled The system may be enabled or disabled through the DIC See REMOTE START under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 210 for additional informa...

Page 104: ...UTION Continued CAUTION Continued Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from he...

Page 105: ...s entry RKE transmitter or the power door lock switch The doors will not lock and the theft deterrent system will not arm until all the doors are closed and ten seconds have passed The delayed locking...

Page 106: ...the front door power lock switch or by lifting the rear door manual lock 2 Open the door from the outside To cancel the rear door security lock do the following 1 Unlock the door and open it from the...

Page 107: ...control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle See Climate Control System in the Index If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust...

Page 108: ...en the liftgate if this happens remove the interior trim plug located at the base of the liftgate from inside the vehicle Use a tool to push the service release lever located on the latch until you he...

Page 109: ...e with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a ve...

Page 110: ...he bottom of the switch part way and the driver s window will open a small amount Press the switch down all the way down and release it and the window will go down automatically To stop the window whi...

Page 111: ...the vehicle without using the remote keyless entry transmitter or a key or turns the ignition on with an incorrect key The horn will sound and the turn signal lamps will flash for approximately two m...

Page 112: ...ules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device mus...

Page 113: ...es not start and the key appears to be undamaged try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 431 If the engine still does not start...

Page 114: ...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 vehi...

Page 115: ...d to LOCK unless the shift lever is in PARK P ACC Accessory This position operates some of your electrical accessories R RUN This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and...

Page 116: ...s will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACC Starting the Engine Place the transaxle in the proper gear Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine will not star...

Page 117: ...allow 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 ac...

Page 118: ...e compartment near the radiator 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension...

Page 119: ...hift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running th...

Page 120: ...r Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 320 NEUTRAL N In this position your engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRA...

Page 121: ...e to steepness of grade If constant upshifting or downshifting occurs while driving up steep hills this position can be used to prevent repetitive types of shifts You might choose INTERMEDIATE I inste...

Page 122: ...turn to the normal shift patterns Towing or driving on long hills can cause the transaxle fluid temperature to be higher than normal If the transaxle fluid temperature will not cool you may need to pu...

Page 123: ...ully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be inju...

Page 124: ...way from PARK P without first pushing the 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 your transaxle...

Page 125: ...r push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then press the button on the shift lever and move the shift lever into the gear you wish If you ever hold the brake ped...

Page 126: ...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 126...

Page 127: ...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 Repairs...

Page 128: ...ne running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 316 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking br...

Page 129: ...more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar See OnStar System on page 133 for more information about the services OnStar provides Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar and Co...

Page 130: ...compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside of zone eight Under certain circumstances as during a long distance cross country trip it will also be necessary to adjust for compass v...

Page 131: ...oximately 12 seconds or until CAL is displayed The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Cleaning the Mirror When clea...

Page 132: ...the selector switch to the left or right to choose the driver s or passenger s mirror 2 Press the corresponding edges of the round control pad to move each mirror to the desired direction Adjust each...

Page 133: ...lder before changing lanes OnStar System OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of safety security information and convenience services If your...

Page 134: ...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 135: ...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 136: ...Service Works In order to provide you with OnStar services your vehicle s OnStar system has the capability of recording and transmitting vehicle information This information is automatically sent to...

Page 137: ...other problems OnStar cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing OnStar service to you at any particular time or place Some examples are damage to important parts of your vehicle in an acci...

Page 138: ...ould cause you or other drivers to have a collision and of course damage your vehicle You may be able to carry something like this inside But never carry something longer or wider than the luggage car...

Page 139: ...e crossrails to the far forward and backward location to make sure the load is evenly distributed on the luggage carrier Do not stand on the plastic lower body panel when loading cargo on the luggage...

Page 140: ...may have to flip this panel upward in order to gain access to the cargo cover To use the panel in the lower position do the following 1 Insert the front corners of the panel into the lower guides 2 Sl...

Page 141: ...ck of the panel to lock it in place The panel can be used in this position when you have to place a flat or spare tire in the rear cargo area To use the panel in the upper position do the following 1...

Page 142: ...urn the leg outward 3 Set the table leg onto the liftgate lock striker at the rear edge of the vehicle Make sure to place the table leg securely onto the liftgate lock striker Notice Driving with the...

Page 143: ...Accessory Power RAP must be active to operate the sunroof See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 116 for more information To express open the sunroof glass panel and sunshade press the switch rearwa...

Page 144: ...NOTES 144...

Page 145: ...162 Electric Power Management 163 Battery Run Down Protection 164 Accessory Power Outlet s 164 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 165 Climate Controls 166 Climate Control System 166 Outlet Adjustment 170...

Page 146: ...nter DIC 194 DIC Operation and Displays 195 DIC Warnings and Messages 200 DIC Vehicle Personalization 210 Audio System s 218 Setting the Time Without Date Display 220 Setting the Time With Date Displa...

Page 147: ...NOTES 147...

Page 148: ...Instrument Panel Overview 148...

Page 149: ...ow Wiper Washer on page 155 Fog Lamps Button See Fog Lamps on page 161 I Power Mirror Control See Outside Power Mirrors on page 132 J Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightnes...

Page 150: ...hat 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 flashers...

Page 151: ...eering wheel to a comfortable position and pull the lever up firmly to lock the column in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following...

Page 152: ...ou 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 won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help...

Page 153: ...to the windshield gently loosen or thaw them If the blades do become damaged install new blades or blade inserts See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 384 Heavy snow or ice can overload the...

Page 154: ...ll stop after one wipe and then return to the original position If more wipes are needed hold the lever on mist longer Windshield Washer CAUTION In freezing weather do not use your washer until the wi...

Page 155: ...stay on until the wiper button is pressed again The rear window washer uses the same fluid that is in the windshield washer reservoir See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 368 Cruise Control With cruis...

Page 156: ...cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel J On Off Press this button to turn the cruise control system on and off The indicator light is on when cruise control is on a...

Page 157: ...el spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control System TCS on page 297 When road conditions allow the cruise control can be used again Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set...

Page 158: ...bout 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle 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...

Page 159: ...erior lamp control has the following positions AUTO Off Automatic Headlamps Turn the control to this position to put the headlamps in automatic mode Automatic mode will turn the exterior lamps on and...

Page 160: ...e on The instrument panel will not be lit up either When you turn the exterior lamp band to the headlamp position your low beam headlamps will come on The other lamps that come on with your headlamps...

Page 161: ...lamps are on The Fog lamps will go off whenever you turn the high beam headlamps on When the high beam headlamps are turned off the fog lamps will come on again Some localities have laws that require...

Page 162: ...en any door is opened In addition the light will come on when the remote keyless entry unlock button is pressed It will stay on for 20 seconds or until a door is opened After the door is opened the li...

Page 163: ...needed for very high electrical loads A high electrical load occurs when several of the following loads are on headlamps high beams fog lamps rear window defogger climate control fan at high speed hea...

Page 164: ...s a cellular phone or CB radio The accessory power outlets located in front of the center console storage area at the rear of the center console and the vehicle may have one located in the rear cargo...

Page 165: ...s only Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have a removable ashtray and cigarette lighter The ashtray can be placed into the front console cupholders To use the lighter push it in all the...

Page 166: ...e the temperature inside the vehicle 9 Fan Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed In any setting other than off the fan will run continuously with the i...

Page 167: ...d with the recirculation mode Recirculation Press this button on the center knob to recirculate cabin air through the vehicle It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering the vehicle...

Page 168: ...Defogging and Defrosting Fog or frost on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used pr...

Page 169: ...l come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated The rear window defogger will only work when the ignition is in RUN The rear window defogger will stay on for about 10 minutes afte...

Page 170: ...front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively Passenger Compartment Air Filter The outside air is routed through a passenger compartment air filter bef...

Page 171: ...he hood 3 Remove the push pins from the top and forward edge of the passenger s side air inlet panel 4 Remove the air inlet panel 5 Remove the filter from the filter housing by pressing the release ta...

Page 172: ...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 173: ...er is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going how much fuel you are using and many other things you will need to drive safely and economic...

Page 174: ...the old odometer then it must be If not then it is set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer Your trip...

Page 175: ...afety 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...

Page 176: ...tays 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...

Page 177: ...al airbag If your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint there is a label on your sun visor that says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is becau...

Page 178: ...orted in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint whenever possible If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that t...

Page 179: ...cle serviced promptly because an adult size person sitting in the right front passenger seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 176 Battery Warning Li...

Page 180: ...he ignition is on the brake light will come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully A chime will also sound if the parking brake is not f...

Page 181: ...lock brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 180 for more information If the light stays on turn the ignition to LOCK If the light comes on when you are driving stop as soon as possible and tur...

Page 182: ...n page 298 for more information Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light The engine coolant temperature warning light will come on when the engine has overheated If this happens you should pull over a...

Page 183: ...ll off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible Tire Pressure Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition to RUN This light will also come on when on...

Page 184: ...technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after awhile your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as...

Page 185: ...e may be required If the Light is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep uphill grades If you are towi...

Page 186: ...uld turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 341 Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run...

Page 187: ...wn 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...

Page 188: ...n as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule...

Page 189: ...more information see PASS Key III Operation on page 113 Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light will come on when the fog lamps are in use The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off See Fog La...

Page 190: ...This may correct the condition See Service Vehicle Soon Light on page 192 for more information The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed when the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration a...

Page 191: ...Messages on page 200 for more information All Wheel Drive Disabled Light This light will come on when the rear drive system is overheating An ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF message will appear in the Driver Inf...

Page 192: ...mation Door Ajar Light This light will come on when a door is ajar Do not drive with a door ajar Service Vehicle Soon Light This light will come on if a condition exists that may require the vehicle t...

Page 193: ...may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage...

Page 194: ...s the shift lever position indicator See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 119 for more information If your vehicle has this feature the DIC also displays the outside air temperature when viewing...

Page 195: ...utton to scroll through the trip and fuel displays See Trip Fuel Menu Items following for more information on these displays T Vehicle Information Press this button to scroll through the vehicle infor...

Page 196: ...ed in either miles mi or kilometers km since the last reset for each trip odometer Both trip odometers can be used at the same time This display will also show the outside air temperature in either de...

Page 197: ...ge estimate is based on an average of the vehicle s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank This estimate will change if driving conditions change Fo...

Page 198: ...the Maintenance Schedule in this manual See Scheduled Maintenance on page 440 for more information Remember you must reset the OIL LIFE yourself after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be...

Page 199: ...oltage may fluctuate when viewing this information on the DIC This is normal See Battery Warning Light on page 179 for more information If there is a problem with the battery charging system the DIC w...

Page 200: ...ages Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition Multiple messages may a...

Page 201: ...ing off accessories such as interior fans rear defogger and heated seats Turn off all accessories If the vehicle is not running start and run the engine for at least 10 minutes to allow the battery to...

Page 202: ...LIFE screen under the vehicle information menu See OIL LIFE under DIC Operation and Displays on page 195 and Engine Oil Life System on page 352 for more information CHECK TIRE PRESSURE This message d...

Page 203: ...coolant temperature returns to normal the A C operation automatically resumes You can continue to drive your vehicle ENGINE OVERHEATD Overheated IDLE ENGINE Notice If you drive your vehicle while the...

Page 204: ...be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced Anytime this message stays on the vehicl...

Page 205: ...icle serviced by your dealer as soon as possible when this message is displayed PASSENGER DOOR FRONT REAR OPEN This message displays when one or more of the passenger s doors are not closed properly W...

Page 206: ...Have the electrical system checked by your dealer immediately Connecting a battery charger to your vehicle while the ignition is in any position other than LOCK may cause this message to appear If yo...

Page 207: ...and it is not protecting the vehicle The vehicle usually restarts however you may want to take the vehicle to your dealer before turning off the engine See PASS Key III Operation on page 113 for more...

Page 208: ...ger available to assist you with directional control of the vehicle Adjust your driving accordingly See StabiliTrak System on page 298 This message displays only while the ignition is in RUN Any of th...

Page 209: ...essage only displays while the ignition is in RUN and disappears after 10 seconds unless it is acknowledged or an urgent warning appears Any of the following conditions may cause the TCS to turn off T...

Page 210: ...ain on the battery it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off 2 Press the vehicle information button until FEATURE SETTINGS PRESS V TO SELECT appears on the DIC display 3 Press the set reset...

Page 211: ...n the DIC to select it AUTO LOCK This feature allows you to select when the vehicle s doors will automatically lock See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 105 for more information Press the veh...

Page 212: ...default All of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK P NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and p...

Page 213: ...smitter You will not receive feedback when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter if the doors are open See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 97 for more information Press the...

Page 214: ...e s doors will be delayed by 10 seconds after a power door lock switch is pressed when a door is open or the lock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed while a door is open NO CHANGE No change will...

Page 215: ...tter ON default If it is dark enough outside the exterior lights will turn on briefly when you unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter The lights will remain on for 20 seconds or until the lock bu...

Page 216: ...is feature Then press the vehicle information button to scroll through the following settings OFF The remote start feature will be disabled ON default The remote start feature will be enabled NO CHANG...

Page 217: ...ESS V TO EXIT appears in the DIC display Press the set reset button to exit the menu If you do not exit pressing the vehicle information button again will return you to the beginning of the vehicle in...

Page 218: ...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 219: ...e such as an audio system CD player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer Also check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone...

Page 220: ...3 Press the clock button again until the clock display stops flashing to set the currently displayed time otherwise the flashing will stop after five seconds and the current time displayed will be aut...

Page 221: ...the clock button to set the time and date To set the time and date follow these instructions 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press the MENU button Once the clock option is displayed 3 Press the pushbutton loca...

Page 222: ...D MM YYYY day month and year are displayed 2 Press the pushbutton located under the desired option 3 Press the clock or MENU button again to apply the selected default or let the screen time out Radio...

Page 223: ...s off press this button to display the time Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performing the following steps 1 T...

Page 224: ...e ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it stays in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD starts playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source...

Page 225: ...moved after several seconds the CD automatically pulls back into the player 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...

Page 226: ...n the display Press RPT again to turn off repeat play When repeat is off the arrow symbol is no longer displayed 4 Information Press this button to switch the display between the track number elapsed...

Page 227: ...age write it down and provide it to your dealer when 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...

Page 228: ...adio when a portable audio device is playing The portable audio device continues 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 a...

Page 229: ...n 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 Playing the R...

Page 230: ...w again to stop scanning The radio only seeks and scans stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band 4 Information XM Satellite Radio Service MP3 and RDS Features Press the information...

Page 231: ...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 pushbutt...

Page 232: ...an two 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 st...

Page 233: ...station 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 men...

Page 234: ...lls it in and the CD should begin playing Playing a CD s Six Disc CD Player LOAD Press this button to load CDs into the CD player This CD player holds up to six CDs To insert one CD do the following 1...

Page 235: ...t in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen instead Notice If you add any label to a CD i...

Page 236: ...lay RDM Random With random you can listen to the tracks in random rather than sequential order on one CD or all CDs in a six disc CD player To use random do one of the following Press the CD AUX butto...

Page 237: ...or CD RW disc For more information on how to play an MP3 CD R or CD RW disc see Using an MP3 in the index CD Messages CHECK DISC If an error message appears on the display and or the CD comes out it...

Page 238: ...e radio s front auxiliary input jack When a device is connected press the radio CD AUX button to begin playing audio from the device over the vehicle speakers O Power Volume Turn this knob clockwise o...

Page 239: ...rom Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Radio Data System RDS The audio system has a Radio Data System RDS The RDS feature is available for use only o...

Page 240: ...system on and off Turn this knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the volume Speed Compensated Volume SCV The radio has Speed Compensated Volume SCV While SCV is on the radio vol...

Page 241: ...w again to stop scanning The radio only seeks and scans stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band 4 Information XM Satellite Radio Service MP3 and RDS Features Press the information...

Page 242: ...steps 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...

Page 243: ...nt types of music Your choices are pop rock country talk jazz and classical Selecting MANUAL or changing bass or treble returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings Unique EQ settings can be...

Page 244: ...EK buttons to go to the next or previous XM station 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 cat...

Page 245: ...e CD should begin playing loading a disc into the system depending on media type and format ranges from 5 to 20 seconds for a CD and up to 30 seconds for a DVD to begin playing If the ignition or radi...

Page 246: ...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 CD it could get c...

Page 247: ...continues moving backward or forward through the tracks on the CD s REV Reverse Press and hold this button to reverse playback quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release t...

Page 248: ...page 274 Audio Video A V Jacks for more information If a disc is inserted into top DVD slot the rear seat operator can turn on the video screen and use the remote control to navigate the CD tracks onl...

Page 249: ...If there are disc LOAD or disc EJECT problems It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD shoul...

Page 250: ...laying a DVD DVD CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to cycle through DVD CD or Auxiliary when listening to the radio The DVD CD text label and a message showing track or chapter number appears on the...

Page 251: ...g the Time Without Date Display on page 220 or Setting the Time With Date Display on page 220 for setting the clock and date SEEK Previous Track Chapter Press this button to return to the start of the...

Page 252: ...74 for more information The Video Screen automatically turns on when the DVD V is inserted into the DVD slot r j Play Pause Press either the play or pause icon displayed on the radio system to toggle...

Page 253: ...perates only when a DVD is playing and a menu is active DVD A Audio Display Buttons Once a DVD A is inserted a radio display menu shows several tag options for DVD playing Press the pushbuttons locate...

Page 254: ...r the customer to see through the radio display but VSM has a text field that shows audio stream changing Inserting a Disc To play a disc gently insert the disc with the label side up into the loading...

Page 255: ...ress the eject button on the radio to eject the disc If a disc is ejected from the radio but not removed the radio reloads the disc after a short period of time The disc is stored in the radio The rad...

Page 256: ...layer connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 inch cable to the radio s front auxiliary input jack When a device is connected the radio automatically begins playing audio from the device over the vehicle speakers To lis...

Page 257: ...Rear AUX if available See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack s later in this section or Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 274 Audio Video A V Jacks for more information Using an MP3 Radio with CD or...

Page 258: ...nimize 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 may cause the player to be unable to play...

Page 259: ...ying 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 and the...

Page 260: ...gin playing If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD R in the player it stays in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD R starts to play where it stopped if it was the last...

Page 261: ...D R can be removed If the CD R is not removed after several seconds the CD R automatically pulls back into the player and begins playing For the Six Disc CD player press and hold the eject button for...

Page 262: ...c 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 scans the disc to sort the...

Page 263: ...CD R and begin playing MP3 files from that album To exit music navigator mode press the pushbutton below the Back label to return to normal MP3 playback BAND Press this button to listen to the radio...

Page 264: ...and uncompressed audio format the default being the uncompressed format CDA MP3 WMA Format If you burn your own MP3 WMA disc on a personal computer Make sure the MP3 files are recorded on a CD R or C...

Page 265: ...gth of the file folder or playlist name Long names also take up more space on the display Finalize the audio disc before you burn it Trying to add music to an existing disc can cause the disc not to f...

Page 266: ...in the first folder and continues sequentially through all tracks in each folder When the last track of the last folder has played play continues from the first track of the first folder When play en...

Page 267: ...tion or radio is turned on the CD R starts to play where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source As each new track starts to play the track number and song title appears on the display The...

Page 268: ...ption label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a soft marker instead If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section Z CD Eject Press and release the CD ej...

Page 269: ...econds to force the disc to eject f Tune Turn this knob to select MP3 files on the CD R currently playing SEEK Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current MP3 file if more than five se...

Page 270: ...or 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 scans the disc to sort the files by artist and album ID3 ta...

Page 271: ...through DVD CD or Auxiliary when listening to the radio The DVD CD text label and a message showing track or chapter number appears on display when a disc is in either slot Press this button again and...

Page 272: ...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 273: ...For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message appears after having your vehicle serviced check with your dealer XM Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned t...

Page 274: ...rmation on the vehicle s audio DVD system Before You Drive The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so In...

Page 275: ...VD display menu Headphones The RSE includes two sets of wireless headphones that are only dedicated to this system These headphones are used to listen to the DVD radio or an auxiliary device connected...

Page 276: ...e pads can be replaced separately from the headphone set It is not necessary to replace the complete headphone set The headphone replacement foam ear pads can be ordered in pairs See your dealer for m...

Page 277: ...s for the video input The white jack B is for the left audio input The red jack is C for the right audio input Power for auxiliary devices is not supplied by the radio system To use the auxiliary inpu...

Page 278: ...rough the following possible sources Wireless Headphones Vehicle Speakers Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the rear seat audio system if your vehicle has this feature The RSE system will always transm...

Page 279: ...the Video Screen later in this section for more information Remote Control To use the remote control aim it at the transmitter window at the rear of the RSE overhead console and press the desired butt...

Page 280: ...o move the cursor around the DVD menu After making a selection press the enter button This button only operates when using a DVD n q p o Menu Navigation Arrows Use the arrow buttons to navigate throug...

Page 281: ...ning of the next chapter or track This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews r Fast Reverse Press this button to fast reverse the DVD or CD To stop fast...

Page 282: ...eric selection to clear all numeric inputs 10 Double Digit Entries Press this button to select chapter or track numbers greater than 9 Press this button before inputting the number Battery Replacement...

Page 283: ...es at the beginning If the stop button was pressed one time the DVD player will resume playing where the DVD was stopped If the stop button was pressed two times the DVD player will begin to play from...

Page 284: ...displayed if no disc is present when the EJECT button is pressed on the radio DVD Distortion Video distortion may occur when operating cellular phones scanners CB radios Global Position Systems GPS tw...

Page 285: ...OCKED If this occurs the radio will need to be returned to your GM dealer Audio Steering Wheel Controls The audio steering wheel controls may be different depending on your vehicles options Some audio...

Page 286: ...tar system If your vehicle also has the Navigation System press this button to initiate voice recognition and say OnStar to enter OnStar mode See the OnStar System on page 133 in this manual for more...

Page 287: ...play NO XM SIGNAL to indicate interference AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other For...

Page 288: ...ping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of the CD and DVD Player The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD opt...

Page 289: ...ad Recovery 303 Passing 303 Loss of Control 305 Driving at Night 306 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 308 City Driving 311 Freeway Driving 312 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 313 Highway Hypnosis 314 Hi...

Page 290: ...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 291: ...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 292: ...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 293: ...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 294: ...de 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 second But that is only an a...

Page 295: ...the engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push A...

Page 296: ...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 297: ...e brake pedal pulsate but this is normal Braking in Emergencies With ABS you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Tractio...

Page 298: ...back on at any time by pressing the button again If the light does not come on you may not have traction control and your vehicle should be serviced by a dealer Adding non GM accessories can affect yo...

Page 299: ...he SERVICE STABILITRAK message are on the system is not operational Adjust your driving accordingly All Wheel Drive AWD System If your vehicle has all wheel drive AWD the AWD system operates automatic...

Page 300: ...steering wheel in the stopped position for an extended amount of time you may notice a reduced amount of power steering assist The normal amount of power steering assist should return shortly after a...

Page 301: ...What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the brake or accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust y...

Page 302: ...ese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 294 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...

Page 303: ...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 304: ...o 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 back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your...

Page 305: ...ng those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels are not rolling In the steering or corneri...

Page 306: ...enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any Anti Lock Brake System ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Driving at Night...

Page 307: ...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 308: ...re 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 wiper and washe...

Page 309: ...uch tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple...

Page 310: ...d drown Do not ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parkin...

Page 311: ...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 312: ...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 313: ...ey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is 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 st...

Page 314: ...eave 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 v...

Page 315: ...your brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that...

Page 316: ...ing in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or win...

Page 317: ...where the tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between the tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You will have a lot less traction or gr...

Page 318: ...ad Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun cannot reach such as ar...

Page 319: ...base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the v...

Page 320: ...he wheels but you do not want to spin your wheels too 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 vehicle s tires spin at...

Page 321: ...otion that may free your vehicle If that does not get your vehicle out after a few tries it may need to be towed out If your vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 326 Loadi...

Page 322: ...ent tires C and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 386 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 393 There is also important loadin...

Page 323: ...age 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 determine how this reduces the a...

Page 324: ...eight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for spec...

Page 325: ...front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed th...

Page 326: ...down unless you need to 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 462 If...

Page 327: ...ve vehicle if any of its wheels will be on the ground Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all of its wheels on the ground If you have a two wheel drive vehicle it can be towed with two of i...

Page 328: ...ult in costly repairs that would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the instructions in this section and check with your dealer for more information about towing a trailer with your vehicle...

Page 329: ...eight of the trailer tongue Weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be Your vehicle can tow up to 3 500 lbs 1 575 kg But even that can be too heavy It depen...

Page 330: ...tow And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 321 for more information about your ve...

Page 331: ...your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do remember to seal the holes when you remove the hitch If you do not seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehi...

Page 332: ...ION Continued CAUTION Continued If exhaust does come into your vehicle through a window in the rear or another opening drive with your front main heating or cooling system on and with the fan on any s...

Page 333: ...ns Passing You will need more passing distance up ahead when you are towing a trailer And because you are a good deal longer you will need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can r...

Page 334: ...speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you do not shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well If y...

Page 335: ...slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you are pulling a t...

Page 336: ...NOTES 336...

Page 337: ...ner Filter 354 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 357 Engine Coolant 357 Engine Overheating 360 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 362 Cooling System 362 Windshield Washer Fluid 368 Brakes 369 Battery...

Page 338: ...and Other Plastic Surfaces 424 Care of Safety Belts 424 Weatherstrips 425 Washing Your Vehicle 425 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 425 Finish Care 425 Windshield and Wiper Blades 426 Aluminum or Chrom...

Page 339: ...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 340: ...ttempt 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 wron...

Page 341: ...unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher If the octane rating is less than 87 you may notice an audible knocking noise when you drive commonly referred to as spark knock If this...

Page 342: ...system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel However some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U S Environmental Protection...

Page 343: ...ind Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by your warranty To check the fuel avail...

Page 344: ...more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few...

Page 345: ...mp on page 184 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor...

Page 346: ...clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer...

Page 347: ...It is located inside the vehicle to the left of the brake pedal 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and move the secondary hood release lever to the right 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be...

Page 348: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood you will see the following 348...

Page 349: ...rvoir See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 368 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm...

Page 350: ...s on page 436 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See En...

Page 351: ...n SAE 0W 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for the engine at extremely low temperatures These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use o...

Page 352: ...ry considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that...

Page 353: ...ehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer...

Page 354: ...50 000 mile 83 000 km interval See Scheduled Maintenance on page 440 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the...

Page 355: ...3 Disconnect the crank case ventilation tube 4 Loosen the screws on the clamps holding the air outlet duct in place Do not pry the clamps off 5 Remove the air outlet duct 355...

Page 356: ...in place 10 Reconnect the crank case ventilation tube 11 Reconnect the air flow sensor electrical connector CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be b...

Page 357: ...esigned to remain in your vehicle for five years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to...

Page 358: ...r engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat a...

Page 359: ...e cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot...

Page 360: ...eating messages that may be displayed in the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 200 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can bur...

Page 361: ...or a minute or so 1 If the air conditioner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary 3 Try to minimize engine load If you are in a...

Page 362: ...e indicates an overheat condition exists Driving extended miles km and or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided Notice After driving in the overheated engine protection op...

Page 363: ...diator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be bu...

Page 364: ...ould not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank Notice This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure Fa...

Page 365: ...tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil b...

Page 366: ...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 coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper ra...

Page 367: ...l 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 add more of the...

Page 368: ...reezing Adding Windshield Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 348 for reservoir location Notice When...

Page 369: ...later your brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are wor...

Page 370: ...s For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong...

Page 371: ...rn to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes with or without the vehicle moving your brake...

Page 372: ...tive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery fro...

Page 373: ...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 bot...

Page 374: ...save your radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on each vehicle You will not need to access your battery for jump starting Your vehicle has a remote positive...

Page 375: ...to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to tak...

Page 376: ...ive cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the...

Page 377: ...rm your content theft deterrent system 12 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are connected...

Page 378: ...ood battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the fuse block cover to its original position All Wheel Drive If you have an all wheel drive vehicle be sure to perform...

Page 379: ...cated on the transfer case What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 449 Carrier Assembly Differential Rear...

Page 380: ...t to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 449 Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Re...

Page 381: ...lamp mount The headlamp assembly will need to be carefully disengaged from the vehicle A Sidemarker Lamp B Parking Turn Signal Lamp C Low High Beam DRL Headlamp 4 Pull the locking tab back on the bulb...

Page 382: ...ghten Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps A Stoplamp Taillamp Sidemarker Lamp B Turn Signal Lamp Taillamp C Backup Lamp To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Open the liftgate...

Page 383: ...einstall the taillamp assembly When reinstalling the screws do not overtighten License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Remove the two screws holding each of the license pla...

Page 384: ...er Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking See Scheduled Maintenance on page 440 for more information Replacement blades come in different t...

Page 385: ...into place Rear Window Wiper Blade Replacement To replace the rear window wiper blade do the following 1 Make sure that the rear wiper is off 2 Pull the wiper away from the rear window 3 Pull up the r...

Page 386: ...an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 321 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cau...

Page 387: ...e the Tire Size illustration later in this section for more detail B TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specification Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have...

Page 388: ...o grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 403 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Max...

Page 389: ...tire pressure and inflation see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 393 F Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service descriptio...

Page 390: ...o carry The load index can range from 1 to 279 The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Speed ratings range from A to Z Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure T...

Page 391: ...Loading Your Vehicle on page 321 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle See Loading Your Vehicle on page 321 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle See Loading Your Vehicle...

Page 392: ...facturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 393 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 321 Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the p...

Page 393: ...weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle s capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Tire...

Page 394: ...ding the compact spare tire see Compact Spare Tire on page 420 How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by loo...

Page 395: ...your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As a...

Page 396: ...your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly When a low tire pressure condition is detected the TPMS will illuminate the lo...

Page 397: ...all the TPMS sensors the error message should go off See your dealer for service if all TPMS sensors are installed and the error message comes on and stays on TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS se...

Page 398: ...essure for five seconds or until a horn chirp sounds The horn chirp which may take up to 30 seconds to sound confirms that the sensor identification code has been matched to the tire wheel position To...

Page 399: ...terference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorizatio...

Page 400: ...5 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 436 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened c...

Page 401: ...res for your vehicle The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle when it was new were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC spec system rating If you n...

Page 402: ...y tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your...

Page 403: ...for your vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires on page 401 and Accessories and Modifications on page 339 for additional information Uniform Tire Qu...

Page 404: ...s of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acc...

Page 405: ...uld be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel y...

Page 406: ...hains CAUTION Do not use tire chains There is not enough clearance Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts...

Page 407: ...d and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to...

Page 408: ...You and they could be badly injured or even killed Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn...

Page 409: ...he jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools If your vehicle has the rear compartment storage panel cover you will have to remove it to access the load floor See Rear Compartment Storag...

Page 410: ...hich are located on the driver s side of the rear cargo area behind an access door Pull out the access door to reach them 5 Remove the wing bolt holding the jack and then remove it 6 Remove the hook a...

Page 411: ...the cover or center cap 2 Pull the cover or center cap away from the wheel 3 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet 4 Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt head a...

Page 412: ...astic lower body panel Position the jack head under the metal jacking flange and not the plastic lower body panel With the jack head positioned correctly on the metal jacking flange it should look lik...

Page 413: ...slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the v...

Page 414: ...igned only for changing a flat tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for ch...

Page 415: ...and cause an accident When you change a wheel CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or...

Page 416: ...il or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 13 Reinstall the wheel nuts Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held agai...

Page 417: ...ened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities...

Page 418: ...UTION Storing a jack a tire 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 all these in the...

Page 419: ...tire face down on the load floor with the threaded wheel stow rod sticking up through the center hole of the wheel 8 Install the nut onto the wheel stow rod and tighten 9 If your vehicle has a rear c...

Page 420: ...spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles And do not mix the compact spare tire or whee...

Page 421: ...cleaners read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label While cleaning your vehicle s interior maintain adequate ventilation by opening your vehicle s doors and windows Dust may be removed fr...

Page 422: ...as you can before they set Carefully scrape off any excess stain Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn To avoid forming a ring on...

Page 423: ...this section Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee tea milk fruit fruit juice jelly cheese chocolate vomit urine and blood can be removed using the club soda...

Page 424: ...ve dust and dirt Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces Many commercial cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect soft plastic surfaces may permanently change the app...

Page 425: ...not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the fini...

Page 426: ...hatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with a glass cleaning liquid or powder and water solution The windshield is clean i...

Page 427: ...rs would not be covered by your warranty Never drive a vehicle equipped with aluminum or chrome plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Do not take...

Page 428: ...ion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosen...

Page 429: ...e wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and ot...

Page 430: ...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 431: ...ng Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 88 Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the wiper will...

Page 432: ...ock is located on the passenger s side of the center console to the left of the glove box near the floor Remove the console cover to access the fuse block Fuses Usage 1 Sunroof 2 Rear Seat Entertainme...

Page 433: ...RE Spare 14 Infotainment 15 Climate Control System Remote Function Actuator 16 Canister Vent 17 Radio 18 Cluster Fuses Usage 19 Ignition Switch 20 Body Control Module 21 OnStar 22 Center High Mounted...

Page 434: ...Used 5 Spare 6 Spare 7 Anti lock Brake System 8 Air Conditioning Clutch 9 Driver s Side Low Beam 10 Daytime Running Lamp 2 11 Passenger s Side High Beam 12 Passenger s Side Park Lamp 13 Horn 14 Driver...

Page 435: ...Regulated Voltage Control 43 Passenger s Side Trailer Stoplamp Turn Signal 44 Spare 45 Front Rear Washer 48 Rear Defogger Fuses Usage 49 Anti lock Brake System Motor 50 Battery Main 2 52 Daytime Runn...

Page 436: ...t caution label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 10 5 qt 9 9 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 0 qt 3 8 L Fuel Tank Front Wheel Drive 20 5 gal 77 6 L All Wheel Drive...

Page 437: ...led Maintenance 440 Additional Required Services 443 Maintenance Footnotes 444 Owner Checks and Services 445 At Each Fuel Fill 446 At Least Once a Month 446 At Least Once a Year 447 Recommended Fluids...

Page 438: ...ry to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenanc...

Page 439: ...within recommended limits You will find these limits on the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 321 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits u...

Page 440: ...use of genuine GM parts Scheduled Maintenance When the change engine oil light and or CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on it means that service is required for your vehicle Have your vehicle servi...

Page 441: ...nd that you alternate Maintenance I and Maintenance II thereafter However in some cases Maintenance II may be required more often Maintenance I Use Maintenance I if the light message comes on within 1...

Page 442: ...re Inspection and Rotation on page 399 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 446 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add...

Page 443: ...for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 354 Change automatic transaxle fluid severe service...

Page 444: ...for wear or cracking Replace wiper blades that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates...

Page 445: ...as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear k A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level check...

Page 446: ...page 357 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer fluid reservoir and add the proper fluid if necessary At Least Once a...

Page 447: ...er position contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle...

Page 448: ...he regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking...

Page 449: ...only T IV Automatic Transmission Fluid GM Part No U S 88900925 in Canada 22689186 See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 357 Usage Fluid Lubricant Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube G...

Page 450: ...ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 22676970 A1627C Engine Oil Filter 25010792 PF47 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 15781507 CF137 Replacement Battery 15104967 75 6YR Spark Plugs 1...

Page 451: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 3 4L V6 Engine 451...

Page 452: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 438 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 445 can be added on the following record pages You shoul...

Page 453: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 453...

Page 454: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 454...

Page 455: ...oadside Assistance Program 462 Courtesy Transportation 465 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 468 Collision Damage Repair 469 Reporting Safety Defects 473 Reporting Safety Defects to the...

Page 456: ...ing a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the U S contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 762 2...

Page 457: ...e resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case y...

Page 458: ...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 459: ...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 460: ...uld be 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...

Page 461: ...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 462: ...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 463: ...start is covered at no charge Additional Services for Canadian Customers Trip Routing Service Upon Request Roadside Assistance can send you detailed computer personalized maps highlighting your choic...

Page 464: ...led receipts and a copy of the repair order are required Once authorization has been given your advisor will help you make any necessary arrangements and explain how to claim for trip interruption exp...

Page 465: ...sive in frequency or type of occurrence Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Pontiac and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve...

Page 466: ...until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you si...

Page 467: ...equires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state provincial local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance cove...

Page 468: ...SDM in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated such as data related to engine speed brake application throttle position vehicle speed safety bel...

Page 469: ...will diminish your vehicle s resale value and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and...

Page 470: ...Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance...

Page 471: ...t This will help guard against post accident legal action If you need roadside assistance call GM Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program on page 462 for more information If your vehicle c...

Page 472: ...your vehicle If you 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 G...

Page 473: ...ay open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems betwee...

Page 474: ...mation on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service proce...

Page 475: ...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 476: ...NOTES 476...

Page 477: ...an Airbag Inflate 78 Where Are the Airbags 75 All Wheel Drive 378 All Wheel Drive AWD System 299 All Wheel Drive Service Light 191 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 295 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light...

Page 478: ...ock Brake System ABS 295 Emergencies 297 Parking 122 System Warning Light 180 Brakes 369 Braking 294 Braking in Emergencies 297 Break In New Vehicle 114 Bulb Replacement 380 Halogen Bulbs 380 Headlamp...

Page 479: ...our Vehicle 420 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 424 Leather 423 Tires 427 Cleaning cont Underbody Maintenance 428 Washing Your Vehicle 425 Weatherstrips 425 Windshield and Wiper Blad...

Page 480: ...90 Delayed Locking 105 Disc MP3 257 264 Doing Your Own Service Work 340 Dome Lamp 162 Door Ajar Light 192 Delayed Locking 105 Door cont Locks 104 Power Door Locks 105 Programmable Automatic Door Locks...

Page 481: ...verview 348 Exhaust 127 Oil 349 Oil Life System 352 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 362 Overheating 360 Reduced Power Light 190 Starting 116 Entry Lighting 162 Event Data Recorders EDR 468 Extend...

Page 482: ...GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 461 H Hazard Warning Flashers 150 Head Restraints 14 Headlamps 159 Automatic Headlamp System 160 Bulb Replacement 380 Daytime Running Lamps 160 Flash to Pass 153 Hal...

Page 483: ...Management 163 Fog 161 Map 162 LATCH System Child Restraints 57 License Plate Lamps 383 Liftgate 107 Light Airbag Readiness 176 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 181 Battery Warning 179 Brake System War...

Page 484: ...Manual Controls 10 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 443 At Each Fuel Fill 446 At Least Once a Month 446 At Least Once a Year 447 Introduction 438 Maintenance Footnotes 444 Maintena...

Page 485: ...il Light 188 Engine 349 Pressure Light 187 Oil Engine Oil Life System 352 Older Children Restraints 43 Online Owner Center 459 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 133 Other Warning Devices 150 Outlet Adju...

Page 486: ...Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 140 Rear Door Security Locks 106 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 39 Rear Seat Armrest 141 Rear Seat Entertainment System 274 Rear Seat Passengers Safety Belts 36 R...

Page 487: ...4 Driver Position 25 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 25 Safety Belts cont Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 24 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 39 Rear Seat Passengers 36 Right Front Passenger...

Page 488: ...mpact 420 Installing 411 Removing 409 Storing 418 Specifications Capacities 436 Speedometer 174 Split Folding Rear Seat 17 StabiliTrak System 298 Starting Your Engine 116 Steering 300 Steering Wheel C...

Page 489: ...the Spare Tire and Tools 409 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 418 Tire Sidewall Labeling 387 Tire Terminology and Definitions 390 Tires cont Uniform Tire Quality Grading 403 Wheel Alignment and...

Page 490: ...Indicators 172 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 200 Hazard Warning Flashers 150 Other Warning Devices 150 Safety and Symbols 4 Vehicle Damage 5 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 405 Different Size...

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