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Light ............................................................. 3-32

Air Bag Readiness ....................................... 3-32
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ................... 3-34
Brake System Warning ................................. 3-33
Malfunction Indicator .................................... 3-35
Safety Belt Reminder ................................... 3-32
TCS Warning Light ...................................... 3-34
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning .......... 3-34

Loading Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-32
Lock Feedback ............................................... 3-58
Locking, Delayed ............................................ 2-48
Lockout Protection .......................................... 2-11
Locks ............................................................. 2-9

Delayed Locking ........................................... 2-9
Door ........................................................... 2-8
Leaving Your Vehicle .................................... 2-11
Lockout Protection ....................................... 2-11
Power Door .................................................. 2-9
Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............... 2-9
Rear Door Security Locks ............................. 2-10

Loss of Control ............................................... 4-15
Low Brake Fluid Warning Message .................... 3-46
Low Engine Oil Level Message ......................... 3-42
Low Fuel Warning Message ............................. 3-46
Low Oil Pressure Message ............................... 3-41
Low Tire Message .......................................... 3-43
Low Washer Fluid Warning Message ................. 3-45
Lumbar ........................................................... 1-3

Manual Controls ............................................ 1-3

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Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts ............ 5-99
Maintenance Schedule ...................................... 6-9

At Each Fuel Fill ........................................... 6-9
At Least Once a Month .................................. 6-9
At Least Once a Year .................................. 6-10
At Least Twice a Year .................................. 6-10
Brake System Inspection .............................. 6-14
Engine Cooling System Inspection ................. 6-13
Exhaust System Inspection ........................... 6-13
Fuel System Inspection ................................ 6-13
How This Section is Organized ....................... 6-3
Introduction .................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Requirements ............................. 6-2
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ......... 6-4
Part B - Owner Checks and Services ............... 6-9
Part C - Periodic Maintenance

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nspections ...... 6-13

Part D - Recommended Fluids and

Lubricants ............................................... 6-15

Part E - Maintenance Record ........................ 6-16
Scheduled Maintenance ................................. 6-5
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle

Boot and Seal Inspection .......................... 6-13

Throttle System Inspection ............................ 6-14
Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit)

and Carrier Assembly-Differential
(Rear Drive Module) All-Wheel Drive
Inspection ............................................... 6-14

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Summary of Contents for AZTEK 2003

Page 1: ...ors 3 28 Message Center 3 39 Driver Information Center DIC 3 49 Audio System s 3 59 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 31 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Serv...

Page 2: ...t so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 10324206 B First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 06 07 02 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this man...

Page 3: ...AUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the...

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

Page 5: ...These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle v...

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...Young Children 1 39 Child Restraint Systems 1 43 Where to Put the Restraint 1 46 Top Strap 1 47 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 48 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 49 Securing...

Page 8: ...icle may have this feature If it does the six way power seat control is located on the outboard sides of the driver s and front passenger s seats Move the front of the control up or down to adjust the...

Page 9: ...ed seat switches are located in the instrument panel switchbank This feature will quickly heat the seat cushions and lower back of the driver s and front passenger s seat The left switch is for the dr...

Page 10: ...oth the driver s and front passenger s seats Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Push and pull on the seat to make sure it s locked into position Pull up on the lever and the seat...

Page 11: ...job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle...

Page 12: ...he vehicle be sure to follow the label on the back of the seat for proper location Split Bench Seats The seatbacks can be folded forward or reclined individually and the sections can be flipped forwar...

Page 13: ...t is locked upright Removing the Split Bench Seat Each section of the split bench seat can be flipped forward or removed individually 1 Unlatch the shoulder belt from the lap belt 2 Make sure the seat...

Page 14: ...bench seat Replacing the Split Bench Seats CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearwar...

Page 15: ...t the sections of the bench seat in so they face rearward because they won t latch that way The split bench seat sections have seat position labels located on the back of each section showing where th...

Page 16: ...yone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a saf...

Page 17: ...See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 32 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a...

Page 18: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 12...

Page 19: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 13...

Page 20: ...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 s why safety belts make...

Page 21: ...llisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you re in an accident...

Page 22: ...u Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly...

Page 23: ...ng pelvic bones And you d 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 s...

Page 24: ...red position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing the button down to make sur...

Page 25: ...oo loose It won t 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 Th...

Page 26: ...n be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause se...

Page 27: ...red if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and...

Page 28: ...riously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much...

Page 29: ...across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can w...

Page 30: ...you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured i...

Page 31: ...ety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 16 The right front passe...

Page 32: ...ike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly...

Page 33: ...o make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 36 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt...

Page 34: ...se serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if ther...

Page 35: ...vehicle has a bench seat someone can sit in the center position When you sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor You also have a shoulder belt which has a...

Page 36: ...cation in the roof and pull it all the way down to the lap belt 2 Insert the metal knob on the shoulder belt into the keyhole on the lap belt buckle as shown Be sure to slide the shoulder belt part in...

Page 37: ...n until the belt is snug 4 Buckle position and release the lap shoulder belt the same way as the other lap shoulder belts If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 36 Make sure...

Page 38: ...ns the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and booster...

Page 39: ...2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The guide must be on top of the belt 1 33...

Page 40: ...he comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Turn the guide and...

Page 41: ...uide must be on top of the belt 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Center Rear Passenger Position on page 1 29 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses over the shoulder To...

Page 42: ...e the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and...

Page 43: ...use severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike oth...

Page 44: ...enter of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child...

Page 45: ...c bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler cha...

Page 46: ...esn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb...

Page 47: ...led Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system i...

Page 48: ...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 part...

Page 49: ...e child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured...

Page 50: ...f 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 wit...

Page 51: ...restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child...

Page 52: ...eneral Motors therefore recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an older ch...

Page 53: ...anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In C...

Page 54: ...strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positions An anchor bar for a...

Page 55: ...TCH system You ll find anchors A in both rear seat outside passenger positions To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating position with the LATCH system w...

Page 56: ...ld restraint that has attaching points B at its base and a top tether anchor C or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points B as shown here With this system use the LATCH system instead...

Page 57: ...Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion 2 Put the child restraint...

Page 58: ...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 restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and ru...

Page 59: ...you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use you knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different direc...

Page 60: ...tire for repair move the child restraint to a rear seat outboard position See Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position on page 1 52 for more on this including important safety infor...

Page 61: ...rd facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secu...

Page 62: ...restraint in the right front seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See Top Strap on page 1 47 if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint...

Page 63: ...t goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if y...

Page 64: ...down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safet...

Page 65: ...gs are available for the driver and right front passenger If your vehicle has a side impact air bag for the driver and or the right front passenger the words AIR BAG will appear on the air bag coverin...

Page 66: ...re frontal and near frontal crashes They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal air bags ma...

Page 67: ...ning control of the vehicle Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or kill...

Page 68: ...bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3 32 for more information Where Ar...

Page 69: ...t front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has one the driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the d...

Page 70: ...e steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering Don t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag When Should an Air Bag Inflate The driver s and right front passen...

Page 71: ...n the side of the vehicle that is struck In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs we...

Page 72: ...ment to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags and only in moderate to severe side collisions...

Page 73: ...ag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records informa...

Page 74: ...the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag systems do not need regular maintenance Restraint Syst...

Page 75: ...r a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during...

Page 76: ...NOTES 1 70...

Page 77: ...Content Theft Deterrent 2 15 PASS Key III 2 16 PASS Key III Operation 2 17 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 18 New Vehicle Break In 2 18 Ignition Positions 2 19 Starting Your Engine 2 20 Engine C...

Page 78: ...ce Net 2 39 Cargo Cover 2 40 Cargo Net System 2 40 Sliding Rear Convenience Tray 2 41 Sunroof 2 45 Vehicle Personalization 2 45 Entering Programming Mode 2 46 Headlamp Exit Delay 2 46 Automatic Door L...

Page 79: ...ith the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t le...

Page 80: ...theft You can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have spare keys If you ever do get lo...

Page 81: ...gnal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Op...

Page 82: ...gate on page 2 11 for more information Remote Alarm L Horn Press this button to make the headlamps and parking lamps flash and the horn to sound This will allow you to attract attention if needed Pres...

Page 83: ...tic from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter 1 Insert a flat object such as a coin into the slot on the side of the transmitter and twist to separate the halves 2 Gently...

Page 84: ...ys lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are...

Page 85: ...ly when locking the doors using the power door lock switch or when LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed while any door is open Instead three chimes will be heard to indicate that th...

Page 86: ...Security Locks Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the inside To use one of these locks do the followi...

Page 87: ...you Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your key open your door and set the locks from the inside Then get out and close the door Liftgate Tailgate CAUTION It can be dangerous to...

Page 88: ...tter Your vehicle must be in PARK P or NEUTRAL N for the liftgate to release The liftgate will lock when closed You will have to use one of the previous options to open the liftgate again The liftgate...

Page 89: ...ith the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with...

Page 90: ...n feature push the rear of the driver s window switch to the second position then release it The window will lower completely To stop the window while it is lowering press the front of the switch To r...

Page 91: ...eyless entry transmitter or the key or tries to turn the ignition without using the correct key The horn will sound and the headlamps and parking lamps will flash any time the alarm sounds If you woul...

Page 92: ...nsmitter to unlock the doors The security light will stop flashing to let you know the system is no longer armed PASS Key III Your PASS Key III system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal...

Page 93: ...want to check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 92 If the engine still does not start with the other key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle does start the first key may be faul...

Page 94: ...working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time If you lose or damage a PASS Key III key see your dealer who can service PASS...

Page 95: ...dio and the windshield wipers while the engine is off This position will allow you to turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel Use ACCESSORY if you must have your vehicle in motion while...

Page 96: ...can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If the engine doesn t start in 10 seconds push the accelerator pedal...

Page 97: ...ing the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properl...

Page 98: ...em is operating properly If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then hold the button on the l...

Page 99: ...ranty AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about...

Page 100: ...r engine Notice If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way...

Page 101: ...ss the ignition is in a position other than OFF The shift lock release is always functional except in the case of a discharged or low voltage less than 9V battery Parking Brake The parking brake is lo...

Page 102: ...could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer on page 4 34 That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from mo...

Page 103: ...ft lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave...

Page 104: ...cle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic tr...

Page 105: ...icle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if...

Page 106: ...the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into Park P on page 2 26 If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 34 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror To reduce glare...

Page 107: ...ight Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes OnStar System OnStar uses global positioning system GPS satellite technology wireless communications and call centers t...

Page 108: ...888 466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor With OnStar Virtual Advisor you can listen to the news entertainment and informative topics such as traffic and weather reports You are able to listen and reply to...

Page 109: ...door opener and a compartment for your sunglasses If your vehicle has the OnStar System the OnStar buttons will replace the front storage compartment See OnStar System on page 2 31 for more informati...

Page 110: ...the garage door opener compartment 8 Press the button on the garage door storage compartment If your garage door opener does not work you will need to change the pegs until it does Storage Compartmen...

Page 111: ...the handle toward the driver s seat until you hear a click To open the console cooler have the handle fully down toward the passenger s seat then lift the lid up The passenger s seat armrest must be u...

Page 112: ...carry something like this inside But never carry something longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle If you have the luggage carrier you can load things on top of your vehicle I...

Page 113: ...ntainers must be loaded on the crossrails only Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle on page...

Page 114: ...To adjust the crossrails lift the release levers on each side to unlock them Slide the crossrails forward or backward as needed to accommodate loads of various sizes After repositioning the crossrails...

Page 115: ...ate To remove the covers lift up on the tabs If your vehicle has the 10 speaker system the compartment on the passenger s side and the long compartment on the driver s side will be equipped with speak...

Page 116: ...tems in the rear of the vehicle Pull the cover toward the rear if the vehicle and slide the ends into the slots to secure it When it is not in use take the ends out of the slots and allow the cover to...

Page 117: ...is recommended that you then take down the convenience nets to extend life and retain their elasticity and to keep the rear exit clear Store the net in one of the storage compartments Sliding Rear Co...

Page 118: ...of the sliding rear convenience tray 2 Push down on the release lever and pull the tray fully rearward onto the tailgate until you hear a click 3 Disconnect the tethered ring from the hook and place t...

Page 119: ...rom the two rear floor retainers by pushing the button down and pressing them inward 3 Disengage the front forks from the retainers by lifting and pulling the assembly toward you Replacing the Floor T...

Page 120: ...alled first for the sliding rear convenience tray to stay locked into place See Replacing the Floor Track Assembly listed previously for more information 1 Pick up the tray by the handle and support t...

Page 121: ...e glass panel Press the rear of the switch a second time and release it to express open the glass panel The glass panel and sunshade will fully open When the glass panel is express opening pressing th...

Page 122: ...lized since each can be personalized differently You can now program your choices To exit the programming mode follow the steps listed under Exiting Programming Mode on page 2 51 Headlamp Exit Delay T...

Page 123: ...e selection you want The mode you selected is now set You can either exit programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Aut...

Page 124: ...grammed mode If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your ve...

Page 125: ...et You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Remote Driver Unlock Control This feature allows y...

Page 126: ...nfirmation This feature allows you to customize the feedback received when locking or unlocking your vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter Programmable Modes Mode 1 Both Features Off Remot...

Page 127: ...m the next feature available on your vehicle 4 Press LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter to change the current mode until you hear the number of chimes corresponding to the mode selection you...

Page 128: ...NOTES 2 52...

Page 129: ...action Control System TCS Warning Light 3 34 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 35 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 35 Fuel Gage 3 38 Message Center 3 39 Service Traction System Warning Message 3 39 Tracti...

Page 130: ...4 Rear Audio Controller RAC 3 106 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 106 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 107 DVD Distortion 3 108 Understanding Radio Reception 3 108 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 108 Car...

Page 131: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 132: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4...

Page 133: ...dio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 107 K Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 9 L Parking Brake See Parking Brake on page 2 25 M Horn See Horn on page 3 6 N Ignition Switch See Ignition Position...

Page 134: ...no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When...

Page 135: ...located on the left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the wheel and pull the lever Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn...

Page 136: ...al If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on...

Page 137: ...from you to the HI position OFF To stop the wipers turn the band to OFF Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice...

Page 138: ...se control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage S...

Page 139: ...and then release it Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will work whether or not you have set an initial cruise control speed Reducing Speed...

Page 140: ...cept for the Daytime Running Lamps DRL Parking Lamps Turning the control to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights 2 Headlamps Turning t...

Page 141: ...o As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Automatic Headlamp System When the exterior lamp control is turned to AUTO the headlamps and parking lamps will co...

Page 142: ...amps when any door is opened and when the ignition key is removed from the ignition ON This position turns the interior lamps on Headlamp Exit Delay The headlamp exit delay feature will keep the headl...

Page 143: ...turn the ignition to ON When any door is opened entry lighting is cancelled The interior lamps will stay on while any door or the liftgate is open and fade out when all the doors are closed Delayed L...

Page 144: ...rmation Center DIC you can program this feature on or off See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 52 Perimeter Lighting The perimeter lighting feature will turn on the headlamps and parking lamps fo...

Page 145: ...ou accidentally leave the interior or exterior lamps on If you leave any interior or exterior lamps on while the ignition is in OFF they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes If your vehicle ha...

Page 146: ...cators High Beam Indicator Low Fuel Warning Message See each of these in the Index for more information The Head Up Display also displays a CHECK GAGES icon the following lights and message could appe...

Page 147: ...ditions in the direction your vehicle is facing and where you have the HUD dimmer knob set If you are facing a dark object or a heavily shaded area your HUD may anticipate that you are entering a dark...

Page 148: ...tlets There is one rear power outlet located in the rear of the vehicle on the driver s side To use the outlet pull the cover down When not using it cover the outlet with the protective cap Notice Whe...

Page 149: ...won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element Notice Don t put papers or other flammable items into your as...

Page 150: ...ulation mode Recirculation This mode keeps outside air from coming in the vehicle It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or help heat or cool the air inside your ve...

Page 151: ...erly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from...

Page 152: ...utton again or by turning off the engine Notice Don t use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your...

Page 153: ...lation mode Recirculation This mode keeps outside air from coming in the vehicle It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or help heat or cool the air inside your veh...

Page 154: ...d properly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost...

Page 155: ...rning off the engine Notice Don t use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Do not att...

Page 156: ...gine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicl...

Page 157: ...r vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically The indicator warning lights and gages are explaine...

Page 158: ...ed If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center DIC you may toggle the odometer to display either miles available only in the United States or kilometers See Driver Information Cente...

Page 159: ...u began driving If you use the retro active reset feature after you have started the vehicle but before you begin moving the display will show the number of miles or kilometers you drove during the la...

Page 160: ...g and the diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag Systems on page 1 59 This light will come on when you start your vehicle and it will flash for a few seconds Then the...

Page 161: ...es on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it w...

Page 162: ...come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Traction Control System TCS Warning Light Your vehicle may have a traction control system warning light The traction c...

Page 163: ...cle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 5 23 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service En...

Page 164: ...me Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warrant...

Page 165: ...t drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light of...

Page 166: ...gnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is design...

Page 167: ...ter below the tachometer It gives you important safety and maintenance facts Service Traction System Warning Message If your vehicle has the traction control system and this message is displayed when...

Page 168: ...The message will stay on for a few seconds after the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message This message will come on when your engine gets too ho...

Page 169: ...em It could indicate that you have problems with a generator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this indicator appears in the message center could drain...

Page 170: ...me so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly an...

Page 171: ...essure of one tire After the system has been properly calibrated the LOW TIRE PRESSURE message will come on and a chime will sound if a pressure difference low pressure is detected in one tire The mes...

Page 172: ...iftgate is open PASS Key III Security Message If you are ever driving and this message comes on and stays on you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off Your PASS Key III system however...

Page 173: ...need to reset the warning message To reset the warning message turn the ignition off and then back on again If the message stays on see your dealer right away See All Wheel Drive AWD System on page 4...

Page 174: ...low the warning message will come on and stay on until you add brake fluid The brake system warning light will also be illuminated If this message appears the brakes need attention You should have yo...

Page 175: ...ous and may affect vehicle performance or durability Consult a qualified dealership for necessary repairs to maintain top vehicle performance Program Mode Message If you receive this message your vehi...

Page 176: ...replaced See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 for instructions Park Lamp Warning Message If you receive this message one or both of the vehicle s parking lam...

Page 177: ...pass Calibration The compass is self calibrating which eliminates the need to manually set the compass When the vehicle is new the calibration process may not be complete In these cases the calibratio...

Page 178: ...s the SET button and complete three 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal objects The following two messages will toggle in the display until you calibrate the compass DRIVE VEHICLE IN CIR...

Page 179: ...ET button while the average fuel economy is displayed on the DIC The average fuel economy will set to zero INST ECONOMY Instant Economy Instant fuel economy varies with your driving conditions such as...

Page 180: ...Personalization The DIC is used to program the choices of two drivers The drivers are recognized as DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2 on the DIC display You will let the DIC know which driver you are by using your...

Page 181: ...lamps will stay on for 15 seconds when the ignition is turned to OFF 30 The headlamps and parking lamps will stay on for 30 seconds when the ignition is turned to OFF 60 The headlamps and parking lam...

Page 182: ...occupant activity detected for an illumination period of 25 seconds Your vehicle was originally programmed to ON The mode may have been changed since then To determine the current mode or to change t...

Page 183: ...either exit programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Auto Door Lock Unlock The doors will automatically lock when the...

Page 184: ...You can either exit programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Delayed Locking The delayed locking feature can be progra...

Page 185: ...ith the first press of UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter the driver s door will unlock and with the second press of UNLOCK within five seconds of the first press all passenger s doors wil...

Page 186: ...ons for Entering Programming Mode listed previously 2 Follow the instructions for programming HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY earlier in this section to make sure which mode it is programmed to 3 Press the SET bu...

Page 187: ...ET TO EXIT MODE TO CONTINUE will appear Pressing SET will exit you out of the DIC Pressing MODE will take you to the beginning of personalization Audio System s Notice Before you add any sound equipme...

Page 188: ...be set with the ignition on or off To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time until UPDATED...

Page 189: ...the system on and off VOL Volume Turn the knob to increase or to decrease volume SCV Speed Compensated Volume With SCV your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as yo...

Page 190: ...reset station Press one of the SCAN arrows again to stop scanning presets The radio will scan only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stati...

Page 191: ...d at the factory for use with talk radio but it can be preset to a different tone Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Press and release this button until BAL appears on the display The SEL...

Page 192: ...onds to turn alternate frequency off AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only The six numbered pus...

Page 193: ...hear it If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements press this button and the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic an...

Page 194: ...signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly...

Page 195: ...ceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced...

Page 196: ...ood CD Do not add paper labels to discs they could get caught in the CD player Do not play 3 inch discs without a standard adapter disc If an error appears on the display see Compact Disc Messages lat...

Page 197: ...a compact disc when listening to the radio CD will appear on the display when a compact disc is loaded Z Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio...

Page 198: ...work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations m...

Page 199: ...splay you want then hold the knob until the display flashes The selected display will now be the default Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 USA only if...

Page 200: ...ed Turn the SELECT knob to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust all of the tone controls to the middle position press and hold TONE until...

Page 201: ...ry s first station 4 If you want to go to another station within that category and the category is displayed press either SEEK arrow once If the category is not displayed press either SEEK arrow twice...

Page 202: ...rn off alert announcements ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations INFO Information If the current station has a message...

Page 203: ...to remove the brackets or use the TUNE knob or the SEEK arrows to go to a station that supports traffic announcements If no station is found NO TRAFFIC will appear on the display Your radio will play...

Page 204: ...signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly...

Page 205: ...ceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced...

Page 206: ...dvance quickly to another part of the tape Press this pushbutton again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape advances You may select stations during forward operation by using...

Page 207: ...turn the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Turn the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your...

Page 208: ...CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled You may experience an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and o...

Page 209: ...PE Press this button to switch between playing a cassette tape and a compact disc if both are loaded when listening to the radio The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future...

Page 210: ...cast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters wi...

Page 211: ...o switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time Pushing this knob with the ignition off will display the time For XM USA only if equipped press this button while in XM mode to re...

Page 212: ...or XM1 or XM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered pushb...

Page 213: ...pear on the display Finding a PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE button P TYPE and the last selected PTY will be displayed on the screen 2...

Page 214: ...feature will automatically be turned on This function does not apply for XM Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite PTYs These buttons have factory P...

Page 215: ...it If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements press this button and the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announc...

Page 216: ...signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly...

Page 217: ...ceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced...

Page 218: ...ght located to the right of the slot to turn green 4 Load a disc Insert the disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull the disc in When a disc is inserted the CD symbol will be disp...

Page 219: ...he light will flash to let you know when a disc is being ejected REMOVE CD will be displayed You can now remove the disc If the disc is not removed after 25 seconds the disc will be automatically pull...

Page 220: ...ion on AUTO EQ see AUTO EQ listed previously in this section sSEEK t Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than ten seconds have passed Press the right arrow to go to th...

Page 221: ...has been saved 5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for saving other selections If you attempt to save more than 20 selections S LIST FULL will appear on the display To play the song list press the SONG LIST button...

Page 222: ...road becomes smoother the disc should play The disc is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again There may have been a problem while burning the C...

Page 223: ...ay you may hear a low hissing noise through the speakers and or headphones If the hissing sound in the wireless headphones seems excessive make sure that the headphone batteries are fully charged Some...

Page 224: ...uded Only one audio source can be heard through the vehicles speakers at a time You can listen to the entertainment system or an auxiliary device through all of the vehicles speakers when the followin...

Page 225: ...tly touching the video screen as damage may occur See Cleaning the Video Screen on page 3 110 for more information DVD Player The DVD player is located in the overhead console The DVD player can be co...

Page 226: ...or back in a movie These controls can also be used to move forward or backward through a CD r Enter Press this button to select choices highlighted in any menu Playing a Disc To play a disc gently ins...

Page 227: ...the disc Scratched or damaged discs will cause this error Region Code Error This message will be displayed if the region code of the DVD is not compatible with the region code of the DVD player Load...

Page 228: ...t and display mode normal full or zoom The dynamic range compression feature can be used to reduce the loud audio produced by some DVDs and to improve the audio quality e Sound This button moves to ne...

Page 229: ...t the current menu to move to the previous menu This button will operate only when a DVD is playing and or a menu is active Camera This button changes camera angles on DVDs that have this feature Pres...

Page 230: ...ults will be provided by the DVD media Exit the setup menu by pressing the return button on the remote control or the DVD player If you make changes to the system setup defaults the disc will resume p...

Page 231: ...e right earpiece on the cordless headphones If the DVD system is being heard through the vehicle speakers adjust the volume from the radio The radio must have the RSE channel enabled by using the CD A...

Page 232: ...off Press the stop button twice to start the DVD at the beginning If the power is off and the DVD is still in the player press the play button Problem Recommended Action The DVD is playing but there...

Page 233: ...video screen with a soft cloth that is slightly damp with water Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the cordless headphone audio cuts out or buzzes for a moment then it comes back This could be cause...

Page 234: ...ushbuttons on the main radio The radio will go to a preset station stored on your pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press this button again to stop scanning pres...

Page 235: ...and multiple discs are loaded each press of PRESET will take you to the next disc BAND Press this button to choose AM FM1 FM2 or XM1 or XM2 USA only if equipped If a cassette tape or a compact disc i...

Page 236: ...st as with FM tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals causing the sound to come and go Your radio may display NO SIGNAL to indicate interference Care of Your Cassette Tape P...

Page 237: ...ct on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean t...

Page 238: ...outline of the antenna The connector is at the top of the windshield where the headliner ends If you experience difficulty with remote transmitters such as a garage door opener try pointing the devic...

Page 239: ...2 Off Road Recovery 4 14 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 18 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway...

Page 240: ...ility of a crash especially a rollover crash This section provides many useful tips to help you drive more safely Driving Environment You can also help avoid a rollover or other type of crash by being...

Page 241: ...hen the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concen...

Page 242: ...s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb...

Page 243: ...kills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of...

Page 244: ...ted by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Please don t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a...

Page 245: ...ther it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking...

Page 246: ...lock brake system will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves or pulses a little This is normal...

Page 247: ...oom up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel a slight brake pedal...

Page 248: ...imit wheel spin The TRACTION ACTIVE message will come on when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin See Traction Active Message on page 3 40 You may feel or hear the system working but th...

Page 249: ...Wheel Drive AWD System If your vehicle has all wheel drive AWD the AWD system operates automatically without any action required by the driver If the front drive wheels begin to slip the rear wheels w...

Page 250: ...n you suddenly apply the brakes Both control systems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have four wheel anti lock brakes adding the hard braking can de...

Page 251: ...e First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 7 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 av...

Page 252: ...other vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a...

Page 253: ...your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of...

Page 254: ...ur vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you ll want to slow do...

Page 255: ...ur headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as...

Page 256: ...repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlam...

Page 257: ...gns of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can c...

Page 258: ...eep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you...

Page 259: ...y map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See t...

Page 260: ...the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the tra...

Page 261: ...to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help i...

Page 262: ...re are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequentl...

Page 263: ...UTION Continued would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill You may...

Page 264: ...reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you prope...

Page 265: ...on page 4 30 Even though your vehicle has a traction system you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 10 If you don t have a tr...

Page 266: ...ridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you...

Page 267: ...n your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Ope...

Page 268: ...d known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxl...

Page 269: ...such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome...

Page 270: ...l drive vehicle it can be towed with two of its wheel on the ground To dolly tow your vehicle do the following 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Put the vehicle in PARK P 3 Set the parking brake and...

Page 271: ...nt or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your v...

Page 272: ...pension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you don t use the correct equipm...

Page 273: ...railer If you do here are some important points There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live b...

Page 274: ...r vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada write to General...

Page 275: ...32 Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by...

Page 276: ...maintain them properly Because your vehicle may have anti lock brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Driving with a Trailer...

Page 277: ...lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following...

Page 278: ...he bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still workin...

Page 279: ...e the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important...

Page 280: ...NOTES 4 42...

Page 281: ...ering Fluid 5 33 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 34 Brakes 5 35 Battery 5 38 Jump Starting 5 39 All Wheel Drive 5 43 Bulb Replacement 5 45 Halogen Bulbs 5 45 Headlamps 5 45 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and...

Page 282: ...9 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 89 Vehicle Identification 5 90 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 90 Service Parts Identification Label 5 91 Electrical System 5 91 Add On Electrical Equipment 5...

Page 283: ...nual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 10 Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Yo...

Page 284: ...utside of your vehicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or highe...

Page 285: ...orily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on see Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 35 and your ve...

Page 286: ...ected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United...

Page 287: ...oon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5 86 When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the c...

Page 288: ...fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Und...

Page 289: ...instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and slide the secondary hood release from left to right 3 Lift the hood 4 If your vehicle has a prop rod place it in the slot on the underside of the...

Page 290: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood you ll see these items 5 10...

Page 291: ...ery See Battery on page 5 38 H Radiator Pressure Cap See Radiator Pressure Cap on page 5 23 I Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil on page 5 11 J Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil on page 5 11 K Engine...

Page 292: ...center The dipstick handle has a bright yellow loop design for easy identification See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 10 for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil s...

Page 293: ...8 Notice Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fi...

Page 294: ...il which does not carry this starburst symbol If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself be sure the oil you use has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you...

Page 295: ...rmance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life System Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolut...

Page 296: ...back on the monitor 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 Don t let use...

Page 297: ...ottom of the housing 6 Latch the hooks to secure the panel in place If the panel moves easily check that the tabs are seated correctly in the slots 7 Put the duct back on and reinstall the clamps CAUT...

Page 298: ...choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too...

Page 299: ...hutting off the engine follow these steps The dipstick is located toward the back of the engine compartment next to the brake master cylinder The dipstick handle is a bright red loop See Engine Compar...

Page 300: ...overed by your new vehicle warranty 3 After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check 4 When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way Engine...

Page 301: ...ain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong...

Page 302: ...vel should be above the FULL COLD mark or a little higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank CAUTION Turning the radiator pres...

Page 303: ...ehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3 35 You also have an engine coolant temperature warning message on your instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning M...

Page 304: ...s overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection...

Page 305: ...3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive...

Page 306: ...ry Tank CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If...

Page 307: ...heck to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they aren t your vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage from running your en...

Page 308: ...the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned...

Page 309: ...are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait fo...

Page 310: ...press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it...

Page 311: ...or with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 for more information about the proper coolant mixture If you see a stream of coolant comin...

Page 312: ...or filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressur...

Page 313: ...eld washer fluid reservoir at the back of the engine compartment When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in th...

Page 314: ...Steering Fluid to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 15 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and...

Page 315: ...lean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full...

Page 316: ...ur linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you...

Page 317: ...maged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have bui...

Page 318: ...with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement par...

Page 319: ...ting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They...

Page 320: ...les Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or in the accessory power outlet s Turn off the radios and all lamps that aren t needed This will avoid sparks and help save both...

Page 321: ...engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a sh...

Page 322: ...go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 i...

Page 323: ...e from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 D...

Page 324: ...Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 15 Carrier Assembly Differential Rear Drive Module When to Check an...

Page 325: ...nt Bulbs on page 5 49 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratc...

Page 326: ...g up the gray tabs and separate the connector from the bulb base 9 Install the new bulb into the electrical connector Push the bulb firmly enough so that the gray tabs hook over the tab on the bulb 10...

Page 327: ...screws attaching the lamp to the fender bracket 3 Unsnap the lamp assembly by lifting straight up 4 Pull the lamp assembly away from the vehicle 5 Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by pr...

Page 328: ...arward A Stop Taillamps B Back up Lamps 4 Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by pressing the tab while turning the bulb socket counterclockwise 5 Replace the bulb by pulling the old one ou...

Page 329: ...ent Parts on page 5 99 Here s how to remove the wiper blades 1 Turn the wipers on to the lowest intermittent setting 2 Turn off the ignition while the wipers are at the outer positions of the wipe pat...

Page 330: ...could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Overinflated ti...

Page 331: ...our compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at th...

Page 332: ...ire rotation speeds that are caused by changes in tire pressure The system can alert you about a low tire but it doesn t replace normal tire maintenance See Tires on page 5 50 When the TIRE PRESSURE L...

Page 333: ...60 mph 64 to 96 km h and above 60 mph 96 km h This time may be longer depending on your individual driving habits The learning process does not need to be completed during a single trip Once learned t...

Page 334: ...wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 98 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts beco...

Page 335: ...e tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Certif...

Page 336: ...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 vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Gra...

Page 337: ...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 338: ...d of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel...

Page 339: ...CAUTION Continued parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its...

Page 340: ...oo fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle Accessory Inflator Your vehicle may have an accessory inflator With it you can inflate things like air mattresses and basketballs...

Page 341: ...e following 1 Press the switch and detach the hose first from the inflated object then from the outlet 2 Put the protective cap back on 3 Place the inflator kit tools in the pouch and store in the glo...

Page 342: ...ld be badly injured 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 off the engine To be even more...

Page 343: ...Open the jack storage compartment by lifting up the tab and pulling the cover off A Jack B Wing Bolt C Jacking Instructions D Folding Wrench 3 Remove the jack and jacking tools by turning the wing bo...

Page 344: ...d store the compact spare See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 82 for more information about the compact spare A Hoist Shaft B Folding Wrench C Hoist Assembly D Retainer E Spring F Compact Spare Tire 1 Fl...

Page 345: ...Tray later in this section To continue changing the flat tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire later in this section If the spare tire will not lower the secondary latch may be...

Page 346: ...cannot lower the spare tire to the ground see Secondary Latch System later in this section Removing the Spare Tire Vehicles with the Sliding Rear Convenience Tray The compact spare tire is located un...

Page 347: ...ompartment 7 Insert one end of the extension tube to the hoist shaft and attach the folding wrench to the other end of the extension tube 8 Turn the folding wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare...

Page 348: ...until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice You cannot over tighten the cable 3 Then loosen the cable by turning the wrench counterclockwise three or four turns 4 If the spare tire has not lowere...

Page 349: ...structions on storing the compact spare tire correctly CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and...

Page 350: ...lace the jack under the vehicle ahead of the rear bumper Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire 4 Turn the folding wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it li...

Page 351: ...re while firmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with the other hand 8 When the spare tire has been completely lowered tilt the retainer and slip it through the wheel opening 9 If the ca...

Page 352: ...behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from the spare If the cable is not visible start this procedure at Step 2 1 Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches...

Page 353: ...5 Keep raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place this lets you know that the secondary latch has released 6 Lower the jack by turning the folding wrench cou...

Page 354: ...re 1 If there is a wheel cover loosen the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench They won t come off Then using the flat end of the wheel wrench pry along the edge of the cover until it comes off Be c...

Page 355: ...Only use the areas shown for proper jack location Do not raise the vehicle yet Put the compact spare tire near you CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slip...

Page 356: ...it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attache...

Page 357: ...nt wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 Y Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage...

Page 358: ...en your vehicle was being driven the tire might contact a person or another vehicle causing injury and of course damage to itself as well Be sure the underbody mounted spare tire is stored with its va...

Page 359: ...position turn the tire so the valve stem is towards the rear of the vehicle This will help when you check and maintain tire pressure in the spare 7 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the ve...

Page 360: ...a full size tire reinstall the bolt on wheel covers or the center cap which ever your vehicle has Tighten them hand tight over the wheel nuts using the folding wrench Storing the Flat Tire without th...

Page 361: ...bracket tab and sit the jack properly between the two ears of the bracket Use the bolt to tighten the jack 7 Put the compartment cover back on slip the tabs on the bottom of the cover into the bottom...

Page 362: ...Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing...

Page 363: ...ble Warning Message in the Index for more information Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot...

Page 364: ...ng Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt 2 Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines 3 Follow the directions on the c...

Page 365: ...leaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument...

Page 366: ...of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle...

Page 367: ...eys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to rem...

Page 368: ...hes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner Notice When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray o...

Page 369: ...mall irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this GM will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout co...

Page 370: ...pray odor eliminator used on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet See your General Motors parts department for these products See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 15 Vehicle Identificati...

Page 371: ...air bag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 68 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by different fuse...

Page 372: ...you can borrow one that has the same amperage or use one of the spare fuses in the underhood fuse and relay center Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio...

Page 373: ...Auxiliary Power Outlet 15 Electronic Level Control ELC Compressor Relay and Height Sensor 16 Heated Mirrors 17 Power Mirrors 18 Ignition 1 Module 19 Turn Signal Switch and NSBU Switch 21 Rear Defogger...

Page 374: ...ory Diode 44 Body Control Module BCM Relay Usage 20 Rear Defogger Relay 23 IGN3 Relay 27 Accessory Relay 33 Retained Accessory Power Relay 45 Back Up Lamps Underhood Fuse Block This fuse block is loca...

Page 375: ...8 Spare 9 ABS Solenoid Valves 10 Oxygen Sensors Emissions Control 11 Injectors 12 Spare 13 Engine Controls 14 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 15 Passenger s Low Beam Headlamp 16 Spare 17 Driver s Low Beam...

Page 376: ...ne Cooling Fan 41 Main Battery Fuse for Retained Accessory Power Relay and Accessory Relay 42 Main Battery Fuse for Heated Seats Air Fuse Usage 43 Spare 44 Spare 45 Main Battery Fuse for Power Outlets...

Page 377: ...Fuel Pump 52 Air Conditioning Clutch 53 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 54 Low Beam Headlamps 55 Parking Lamps Relay Usage 56 High Beam Headlamps 57 Fog Lamps 58 Starter Relay 59 Cooling Fan 60 Ignition 1...

Page 378: ...a 1 7 lbs 0 8 kg Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement Complete Overhaul 7 4 quarts 10 0 quarts 7 0 L 9 5 L AWD Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement Complete Overhaul 8 7 quarts 1...

Page 379: ...s 1 52 mm Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 1208C Engine Oil Filter PF 47 Spark Plugs 41 101 Windshield Wiper Blades Driver s Side Length Passenger s Side Leng...

Page 380: ...NOTES 5 100...

Page 381: ...6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Twice a Year 6 10 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 13 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 13 E...

Page 382: ...the environment Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle...

Page 383: ...have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you want to get the service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 10 Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you...

Page 384: ...eople use their vehicles maintenance needs vary You may need more frequent checks and replacements So please read the following and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your veh...

Page 385: ...Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System or every 12 months whichever occurs first Reset the system Your vehicle has a computer system that...

Page 386: ...te Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 53 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection a...

Page 387: ...rmation An Emission Control Service 67 500 Miles 112 500 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 53 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote...

Page 388: ...r higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions liste...

Page 389: ...e proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 11 for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on...

Page 390: ...sure that the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the folding wrench to tighten the cable See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 62 Weatherstri...

Page 391: ...other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be i...

Page 392: ...lar 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 brake...

Page 393: ...ng etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the e...

Page 394: ...necessary A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed Check vent hoses at transfer case and differential for kinks and proper installation Brake System Inspection Inspe...

Page 395: ...GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 1052884 in Canada 993294 or equivalent Usage Fluid Lubricant Automatic Transaxle DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Mulit Purpose Lubric...

Page 396: ...dometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance...

Page 397: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 17...

Page 398: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 18...

Page 399: ...y Program for Persons with Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Reporting Safety Defects 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 9 Report...

Page 400: ...omer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have...

Page 401: ...lephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to chan...

Page 402: ...courages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to Pontiac the letter should be addressed to Pontiac s Customer Assistance Center United States Custome...

Page 403: ...F 01 800 508 0000 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket dr...

Page 404: ...000 miles 60 000 km at no expense to you Fuel delivery Lock out service identification required Tow to nearest dealership for warranty service Change a flat tire Jump starts We have quick easy access...

Page 405: ...ansportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by...

Page 406: ...reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs your dealer may arrange to provide you with a cou...

Page 407: ...f you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition...

Page 408: ...l Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagno...

Page 409: ...Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications...

Page 410: ...NOTES 7 12...

Page 411: ...Anti lock Brake System ABS 4 8 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 34 Appearance Care 5 83 Care of Safety Belts 5 86 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 89 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 84 Cleaning...

Page 412: ...rking 2 25 System Inspection 6 14 System Warning Light 3 33 Brakes 5 35 Braking in Emergencies 4 9 Braking 4 7 Break In New Vehicle 2 18 Bulb Replacement 5 45 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking...

Page 413: ...ed for the LATCH System 1 51 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position 1 54 Child Restraints cont Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 52 Securing a Child Restr...

Page 414: ...ility Program for Persons with Disabilities 7 5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 9 Customer Assistance Information cont Reporting S...

Page 415: ...aning Your DVD Player 3 110 Distortion 3 108 Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 94 E Electrical System 5 91 Add On Equipment 5 91 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 92 Headlamp Wiring 5 91 Power Windows and O...

Page 416: ...sh Care 5 87 Finish Damage 5 88 Flash to Pass 3 9 Flat Tire Changing 5 62 Flat Tire 5 61 Floor Console Fuse Block 5 92 Fluid 5 18 Automatic Transaxle 5 18 Power Steering 5 33 Windshield Washer 5 34 FM...

Page 417: ...UD 3 18 Heated Seats 1 3 Highway Hypnosis 4 24 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Hitches 4 37 Hood 5 8 Checking Things Under 5 8 Release 5 9 Horn 3 6 How to Add Automatic Transaxle Fluid 5 20 How to Add Co...

Page 418: ...eel Drive 6 14 Instrument Panel Brightness 3 14 Instrument Panel 3 29 Cluster 3 29 Overview 3 4 Switchbank 3 17 Integrated Windshield Antenna 3 110 Interior Lamps Control 3 14 Interior Lamps 3 14 Inte...

Page 419: ...g Message 3 45 Lumbar 1 3 Manual Controls 1 3 M Maintenance Normal Replacement Parts 5 99 Maintenance Schedule 6 9 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 At Least Tw...

Page 420: ...Fluid Warning 3 45 Park Lamp Warning 3 48 PASS Key III Security 3 44 Program Mode 3 47 Rear Hatch Ajar Warning 3 44 Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Battery Low Warning 3 48 Service Traction System W...

Page 421: ...28 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 6 4 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 9 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 13 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 15 Part E Maintenance Record...

Page 422: ...Controller RAC 3 106 Rear Door Security Locks 2 10 Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message 3 44 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1 32 Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 94 Rear Seat Operation 1 6 Rear Seat Outs...

Page 423: ...1 69 Restraint Systems 1 68 Checking 1 68 Replacing Parts 1 69 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 20 Retro Active Reset 3 31 Right Front Passenger Position Safety Belts 1 25 Roadside 7 6 Assistance Progra...

Page 424: ...ce Bulletins 7 11 Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada 3 35 Service Manuals 7 10 Service 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 4 Doing Your Ow...

Page 425: ...e Net 2 39 Cupholder s 2 33 Front Door Utility Packs 2 34 Glove Box 2 32 Overhead Console 2 33 Rear Storage Area 2 39 Storage Areas cont Roof Rack System 2 36 Sliding Rear Convenience Tray 2 41 Storag...

Page 426: ...1 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 48 Top Strap 1 47 Torque Lock 2 28 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires 4 37 Towing 4 31 Recreational Vehicle 4 31 Towing a Trailer 4 34 Your Vehicle 4 31 Traction 3 40 A...

Page 427: ...ng Programming Mode 2 51 Headlamp Exit Delay 2 46 Remote Driver Unlock Control 2 49 Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation 2 50 Vehicle Storage 5 39 Vehicle 4 6 Control 4 6 Damage Warnings iv Design 4 2...

Page 428: ...Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 16 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 4 41 Where to Put the Restraint 1 46 Why Safety Belts Work 1 12 Window Lock Out 2 14 Windows 2 13 Power 2 14 Windshi...

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