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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:

A. Fog Lamp Button (If Equipped). See “Fog Lamps” in

Exterior Lamps on page 3-14.

B. Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel. See

“Instrument Panel Brightness” in Interior Lamps on
page 3-17.

C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn

Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-6.

D. Horn. See Horn on page 3-5.

E. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel

Cluster on page 3-23.

F. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever. See Windshield

Wiper Lever on page 3-9.

G. Ignition Switch. See Ignition Positions on page 2-18.

H. Enhanced Traction System Button (If Equipped).

See Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 4-9.

I. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. See Hazard

Warning Flashers on page 3-4.

J. Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks. See Fuses and

Circuit Breakers on page 5-87.

K. Hood Release Handle. See Hood Release on

page 5-10.

L. Tilt Wheel Lever. See Tilt Wheel on page 3-5.

M. Audio System Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped).

See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-69.

N. Cruise Control Buttons (If Equipped). See Cruise

Control on page 3-10.

O. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on

page 2-24.

P. Cigarette Lighter. See Ashtrays and Cigarette

Lighter on page 3-18.

Q. Climate Control System. See Climate Control

System on page 3-19.

R. Audio System. See Audio System(s) on page 3-38.

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Summary of Contents for GRAND AM 2004

Page 1: ...rols 3 19 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 22 Audio System s 3 38 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 32 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 50 Tires 5 51 Appearance Care 5 78 Vehicle Identification 5 86 Electrical System 5 87 Capacities and ...

Page 2: ... this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 22713778 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 05 29 03 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receiv...

Page 3: ...g CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii ...

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

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

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...ildren 1 34 Child Restraint Systems 1 38 Where to Put the Restraint 1 41 Top Strap 1 42 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 43 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 47 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 47 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position 1 49 Securing a Child Restraint i...

Page 8: ...dden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...of the vehicle Raise or lower the entire seat cushion by holding the control up or down Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by holding the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by holding the rear of the control up or down Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to where ...

Page 10: ...b because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upri...

Page 11: ...ack seat The seatback latch is designed for one handed operation To fold a front seatback forward lift the seatback latch fully without pushing forward on the seatback to unlock it Then the seatback will fold forward Push the seatback to its original position and the seatback will lock CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to t...

Page 12: ...to the rear seat area 3 Push the seatback upright to lock it and slide the seat fully rearward to lock it 4 Adjust the seat to the desired position 5 The front passenger should try to move the seat to make sure the seat is locked into place CAUTION If the easy entry right front seat isn t locked it can move In a sudden stop or crash the person sitting there could be injured After you ve used it be...

Page 13: ...er located under the front of the driver s seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place To raise or lower the power lift seat hold the switch located on the outboard side of the driver s seat up or down 1 7 ...

Page 14: ...h That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted won t provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and...

Page 15: ...icle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed ...

Page 16: ...shes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work Wh...

Page 17: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 11 ...

Page 18: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...ide down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ev...

Page 20: ...perly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 32 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 34 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint system...

Page 21: ...o back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 31 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 15 ...

Page 22: ... pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt...

Page 23: ...o the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release button to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off yo...

Page 24: ...o loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 18 ...

Page 25: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 19 ...

Page 26: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 20 ...

Page 27: ... 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 work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 21 ...

Page 28: ... 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 if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 22 ...

Page 29: ...ver pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear p...

Page 30: ...o not 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 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks 1 24 ...

Page 31: ...to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 31 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part 1 25 ...

Page 32: ...ause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too muc...

Page 33: ...To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle Center Rear Passenger Position 1 27 ...

Page 34: ...e belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 31 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 28 ...

Page 35: ...lt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and booster seats and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge ...

Page 36: ...ic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 30 ...

Page 37: ...een the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of the elastic cord exposed Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender w...

Page 38: ...lder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear se...

Page 39: ...e child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1 29 If the child is so small that the shou...

Page 40: ... the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In...

Page 41: ...e Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn 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 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an app...

Page 42: ... bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but als...

Page 43: ...eak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older chi...

Page 44: ... or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint 1 38 ...

Page 45: ...ces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 39 ...

Page 46: ...and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it wi...

Page 47: ... right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure t...

Page 48: ...llow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless it is 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 Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a ...

Page 49: ...child or others could be injured if this happens To help prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location Your vehicle has top strap anchors already in...

Page 50: ...n the rear outside seat positions This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors A B and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap C 1 44 ...

Page 51: ...In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint designed for that system 1 45 ...

Page 52: ...ttached to its anchorage points the restraint won t be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint See Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System or Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear...

Page 53: ...traint simply unhook the top strap from the top tether anchor and then disconnect the anchor points Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 44 See Top Strap on page 1 42 if the child restraint has one If your child restraint does not have the LATCH s...

Page 54: ...Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 48 ...

Page 55: ...y The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 44 See Top Strap on page 1 42 if the child restraint has one If your child restraint does not have the LATCH s...

Page 56: ... the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in...

Page 57: ...t front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secur...

Page 58: ...or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 52 ...

Page 59: ...ee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 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 safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 53 ...

Page 60: ... crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don t replace them Air bags are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They aren t designed to inflate at all...

Page 61: ...ntaining control of the vehicle CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child ...

Page 62: ...ch shows AIR BAG 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 25 Where Are the Air Bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 56 ...

Page 63: ...ag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering When Should an Air Bag Inflate An air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the thresho...

Page 64: ...f gas from the inflator which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger How Does an Air Bag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel Air bags supplem...

Page 65: ...roblems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience breathing problems following an air bag deployment you should seek medical attention In ...

Page 66: ... coverings Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Servic...

Page 67: ...an rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person u...

Page 68: ...are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system wasn t being used at the time of the collision If your seat adjuster won t work after a crash the special part of the safety belt that goes through the seat to the adjuster may need t...

Page 69: ...ew Vehicle Break In 2 18 Ignition Positions 2 18 Starting Your Engine 2 19 Engine Coolant Heater 2 22 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 24 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 27 Parking Brake 2 29 Shifting Into Park P 2 30 Shifting Out of Park P 2 32 Parking Your Vehicle Key Removal 2 32 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 33 Engine Exhaust 2 33 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 34 Mirrors 2 35 Manual...

Page 70: ...with 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 Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ...

Page 71: ...e you have spare keys Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped the keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received in...

Page 72: ...r higher and try again Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation If your vehicle has this feature you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet 1 m up to 3...

Page 73: ...utton again or by turning the ignition to ON Programmable Horn Chirp When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors or use the delayed locking feature the parking lamps will flash and the horn will chirp Disable the programmable horn chirp by pressing and holding either of the door lock switches in the unlock position for 10 seconds with the ignition ON and all of the doors cl...

Page 74: ...attery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter do the following 1 Use a flat object like a coin to separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter 2 Remove the battery and replace it with the new one Make sure the positive side of the batter...

Page 75: ...can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always 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 several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or remote keyless entry...

Page 76: ...start and three chimes will be heard Seven seconds after the driver s door has been closed all of the doors will lock and the parking lamps will flash The horn will also chirp if the horn chirp feature is enabled See Programmable Horn Chirp previously for more information If the driver opens another door before the seven seconds the doors will not lock until seven seconds after the last door is cl...

Page 77: ...hifted out of PARK P No automatic door unlock Mode 4 No automatic door lock or unlock Customizing the Automatic Door Locks on Vehicles with a Manual Transaxle Mode 1 All doors automatically lock when the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h The doors will remain locked unless manually unlocked or the lock button is pressed All doors will unlock when the transaxle is shifted into REVERSE R an...

Page 78: ...r of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in You can change the mode by pressing and holding LOCK on the power door lock switch two chimes for Mode 2 three chimes for Mode 3 and four chimes for Mode 4 4 Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want The mode you selected is now set Rear Door Security Locks If your vehicle is a four door model it has rear do...

Page 79: ...doors will now work normally Lockout Protection Lockout protection is a standard feature intended to provide enhanced security and convenience This feature prevents a driver who has left the keys in the ignition from locking the doors or using the power door locks while any door is open To override this feature when the key is in the ignition and a door is open hold the power door lock switch for ...

Page 80: ...r vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air i...

Page 81: ...emote trunk release button located on the driver s door to release the trunk lid The remote trunk release will only work when either the ignition is off the parking brake is engaged or the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph 3 km h 2 13 ...

Page 82: ...e handle located inside the trunk on the trunk latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside Trap Resistant Trunk Kit To help prevent a child from becoming trapped in your trunk you can order a trap resistant trunk kit from your dealer This kit includes a modified trunk latch a lighted release handle and seatback tethers for ve...

Page 83: ...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 the windows closed in warm or hot weather Manual Windows On a vehicle with manual windows use the window crank to open and close each window 2 15 ...

Page 84: ...ld the switch forward Window Lock Out On four door models the driver s power window controls also include a window lock out When the lock out switch is moved to the left with the red showing the driver and passengers will be able to use their window switches Move the lock out switch to the right to stop the passengers from using their window switches The driver can still control all the windows wi...

Page 85: ...ned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with the fuel system is disabled and the vehicle will not start During normal operation the SECURITY light will turn off approximately five seconds after the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is started After attempting to start the engine if the SECURITY light flashes or stays on wait ten minutes...

Page 86: ... Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer on page 4 41 for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch you can turn it to four different positions A OFF This is the only position from which you can remove the...

Page 87: ... engine is running But even when the engine is not running you can use ON to operate your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights D START This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving Retained Accessory Power RAP Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power RAP feature w...

Page 88: ...ne by turning the ignition key to START Wait about 15 seconds between each try When your engine has run about 10 seconds to warm up your vehicle is ready to be driven Don t race your engine when it s cold If the weather is below freezing 32 F or 0 C let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline...

Page 89: ...his until the engine starts As soon as it does let go of the key 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for a maximum of 15 seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine If the engine still won t start or starts brief...

Page 90: ...e coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle At temperatures above 32 F 0 C use of the coolant heater is not required 2 2L L4 ECOTEC Engine 3400 V6 Engine 2 22 ...

Page 91: ...ock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If ...

Page 92: ...he shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to ...

Page 93: ...ranty Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 31 NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAU...

Page 94: ...his position is also used for normal driving However it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D Here are some times you might choose THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D When driving on hilly winding roads When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy than...

Page 95: ...saxle FIRST 1 Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST 1 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into FIRST 1 when you are going less that 20 mph 32 km h If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into FIRST 1 put the shift lever into Neutral and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND ...

Page 96: ...ng your vehicle Once the shift lever is in REVERSE R the ignition can be turned to OFF and the key removed Shift Speeds CAUTION If you skip a gear when you downshift you could lose control of your vehicle You could injure yourself or others Don t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift Up Shift Light If you have a manual transaxle you may have a SHIFT light located on the instru...

Page 97: ...il you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake handle all the way down Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill see Towing ...

Page 98: ...e steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 41 If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle do the following to shift into PARK P 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this Press and hold the button on the shift lever Push the shift lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 Turn...

Page 99: ...ift lever away from PARK P without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your automatic transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is ca...

Page 100: ...button before moving the shift lever If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY There is no shift interlock in this key position 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift the transaxle to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the gear you want 5 Have the system fixed as soon as possible Parking ...

Page 101: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming...

Page 102: ...engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 26 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could ...

Page 103: ...lamps behind you move the lever toward you to the night position To return the mirror to the daytime position move the lever away from you Outside Remote Control Mirror The outside rearview mirror should be adjusted so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Adjust the driver s outside mirror with the control lever on the driver s doo...

Page 104: ...re sitting in a comfortable driving position Turn the knob to the center to turn the remote control mirror off Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you cou...

Page 105: ...down the door on the rear of the center console to use the rear seat cupholders Center Console Storage Area The center console has two separate storage areas The upper compartment which is also the armrest can be used to store maps gloves etc To open pull up on the front of the lid 2 37 ...

Page 106: ... both the vent and fully open positions the air flow can be adjusted for driving comfort by pushing and holding the switch forward until the sunroof moves to the desired position To close the sunroof push the switch forward and hold it until the sunroof is closed The sunroof will stop if the switch is released during operation Close the sunshade by hand The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or ...

Page 107: ... System Warning Light 3 28 Enhanced Traction System Active Light 3 29 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 30 Low Coolant Warning Light 3 30 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 31 Oil Pressure Light 3 34 Change Engine Oil Light 3 35 Security Light 3 35 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light 3 36 Service Vehicle Soon Light 3 36 Fuel Gage 3 37 Audio System s 3 38 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems...

Page 108: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 2 ...

Page 109: ...H Enhanced Traction System Button If Equipped See Enhanced Traction System ETS on page 4 9 I Hazard Warning Flashers Button See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3 4 J Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 87 K Hood Release Handle See Hood Release on page 5 10 L Tilt Wheel Lever See Tilt Wheel on page 3 5 M Audio System Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped See Audio St...

Page 110: ...The hazard warning flasher is located near the center of the instrument panel Your hazard warning flashers work 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 the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work 3 4 ...

Page 111: ...ilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter your vehicle The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the wheel and pull the lever toward you Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and release the l...

Page 112: ... Exterior Lamps Control For information on the exterior lamps see Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically 3 6 ...

Page 113: ...when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash rapidly a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal 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 then check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 87 Headlamps The lever on th...

Page 114: ...ously listed lamps and lights AUTO Turning the control to this position turns the headlamps taillamps and parking lamps on and off automatically while the ignition is on by sensing how dark it is outside For more information see Automatic Headlamp System later in this section Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the turn signal multifunction lever ...

Page 115: ... be adjusted when the lever is in the INT position Use this position for light rain or snow LO Low Speed Move the lever up to the first setting past INT for steady wiping at low speed HI High Speed Move the lever up to the second setting past INT for steady wiping at high speed MIST Move the lever all the way down to MIST for a single wiping cycle Hold it there until the windshield wipers start th...

Page 116: ...e the button the washers will stop but the wipers will continue to wipe for about three times or will resume the speed you were using before Cruise Control If your vehicle has this feature the cruise control buttons are located on the bottom of the steering wheel With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can reall...

Page 117: ...e cruise control on slippery roads Your vehicle may have Enhanced Traction System ETS See Enhanced Traction System ETS on page 4 9 If your vehicle is in cruise control while the ETS begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your ...

Page 118: ...or pedal to get to the higher speed Press the SET COAST button then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed Press the RESUME ACCEL button Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the button To increase your speed in very small amounts press the RESUME ACCEL button briefly and then release it Each time you do this your vehicle ...

Page 119: ...speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are four ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal Press the cruise control RESUME ACCEL button an...

Page 120: ...he DRL system will make your low beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met The ignition is on the exterior lamps control is in AUTO or the parking lamps only position the light sensor detects daytime light the parking brake is released and the shift lever is not in PARK P on vehicles with an automatic transaxle only When the DRL system is on the taillamps...

Page 121: ...r bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp systems will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than this delay If you start your vehicle in a dark garage the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately Once you leave the garage it will take approximately one minute for the automatic headlamp s...

Page 122: ...econds after the key is turned to OFF then the headlamps will automatically turn off To override the 20 second delayed headlamp feature while it is active turn the turn signal multifunction lever up one position and then back to AUTO Fog Lamps If your vehicle has this feature the button for your fog lamps is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel beside the instrument pa...

Page 123: ... horn symbol on the keyless entry system transmitter if equipped The lamps inside your vehicle will stay on for about 10 seconds after your key is removed from the ignition to provide an illuminated exit Dome Lamp The switch on this lamp has three positions The ON position will turn on the light The DOOR position will turn on the light whenever a door is opened or when the instrument panel brightn...

Page 124: ...y remote keyless entry transmitter button if equipped press the power door lock switch press the remote trunk release or turn the lamp that was left on to off and then to on again Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter To use the lighter push it in all the way and let go Notice If you put papers or other flammable items in the ashtray hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibl...

Page 125: ...ning air to the floor outlets with some air directed at the side windows A Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the side windows The right knob can also be used to select defog or defrost modes Information on defogging and defrosting can be found later in this section 9 Fan Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease th...

Page 126: ...es moisture from the air so you may sometimes notice a small amount of water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine This is normal Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to choose fro...

Page 127: ...ned off by pressing the button 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 warranty Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid Outlet Adjustment Use the louvers on the air outlets to change the di...

Page 128: ...ges some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there is a problem with your vehicle When one of the warni...

Page 129: ...much fuel you have and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically Your vehicle has this cluster or one very similar to it It includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Be sure to read about them United States Automatic Transaxle Cluster shown Manual Transaxle Cluster and Canada Cluster similar 3 23 ...

Page 130: ...eter The trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven since you last reset it The reset button is located below the tachometer To reset the trip odometer to zero press and hold briefly the ribbed side of the button while the trip odometer is displayed Also by pressing this button for less than one second you can toggle between the odometer and the trip odometer Tachometer The tachometer show...

Page 131: ...h shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Supplemental Restraint System SRS on page 1 54 This light will come on when you start your vehicle and it will flas...

Page 132: ...The charging system light will come on when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working When the engine is running the light should go out If it stays on or comes on while you are driving and you hear a chime you may have a problem with the electrical charging system It could indicate that you have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical p...

Page 133: ...parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have t...

Page 134: ...anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 27 The anti lock brake system warning light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON This is normal If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Enhanced Traction System Warning Light If your vehicle has the Enhanced Trac...

Page 135: ...en the vehicle leaves the rough surface If the Enhanced Traction System warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on and the parking brake is fully released your vehicle needs service Enhanced Traction System Active Light If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System ETS this light will come on when the system is limiting wheel spin Slippery ro...

Page 136: ... stays on and you hear a chime the coolant level in your vehicle is low See Engine Coolant on page 5 23 If the light is on along with an overheat warning you may have a serious overheating problem See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3 30 Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedul...

Page 137: ...r vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modificatio...

Page 138: ...ollowing If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may...

Page 139: ... and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or...

Page 140: ... as a test to show you it is working but the light will go out when the engine is running If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the bulb Have it fixed right away CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle se...

Page 141: ... after you start the engine have the oil changed To reset the CHANGE OIL light see Engine Oil on page 5 15 Security Light This light will come on when you turn the key to ON and will stay on until the vehicle starts If you re driving and the security light comes on and remains on your Passlock system is not working properly Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer 3...

Page 142: ...washer fluid reservoir is less than one third full Service Vehicle Soon Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition to ON It will stay on or come on and a chime will sound if it detects a problem on the vehicle such as a Daytime Running Lamps DRL or an automatic headlamp system malfunction If this happens see your dealer as soon as possible 3 36 ...

Page 143: ... of these show a problem with your fuel gage At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The indicator moves a little when you turn a corner or spe...

Page 144: ... Accessory Power RAP With RAP you can play your audio system even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP under Ignition Positions on page 2 18 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS Press and hold the HR or MIN arrow for two seconds Then press the HR arrow until the correct hour appears on the display Press and hold the MIN arrow until the correct min...

Page 145: ...t arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps The...

Page 146: ...causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to the time of day Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers press and release the AUDIO button until BAL appears on the displ...

Page 147: ...f 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 or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD If an error appears o...

Page 148: ...Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening CD Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio CD will appear on the display Z Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pres...

Page 149: ... stations and will only work when the information is available In rare cases a radio station may broadcast 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 will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a ...

Page 150: ...uency and the time Pushing this knob with the ignition off will display the time For XM 48 contiguous US states if equipped push the RCL knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change the default on the display push the RCL knob until you see the display you wa...

Page 151: ...You can set up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM six XM1 and six XM2 48 contiguous US states if equipped by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press BAND to select FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press 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 pushbutto...

Page 152: ...ther EQ settings and numbers EQ 5 has been programmed at the factory for use with talk radio but it can be set to a different tone Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers press and release this button until BAL appears on the display The SELECT LED indicator will light to show that the speakers can be adjusted Turn the SELECT kn...

Page 153: ...fic announcements SCAN You can scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following 1 Press PROG TYPE to activate program type select mode PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the SELECT knob to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press and hold either SCAN arrow and the radio will begin scanning the stations in the PTY 4 Press either SCAN arrow to stop at a station If both PTY...

Page 154: ...nt even if the volume is muted or a CD is playing If a CD is playing play will stop during the announcement You will not be able to turn 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 INFO will appear on the display Press this button to see the mess...

Page 155: ...If no station is found NO TRAFFIC will appear on the display If the brackets are on the display and TRAF is not you can then press the TRAF button 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 the traffic announcement if the volume is low Your ra...

Page 156: ... 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 CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune ...

Page 157: ...eceiver 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 check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Page 158: ... 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 or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD If an error appears on the display see CD Me...

Page 159: ...nactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio The CD symbol will appear on the display when a CD is loaded Z Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first CD Messages ...

Page 160: ...only work when the information is available In rare cases a radio station may broadcast 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 will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY fo...

Page 161: ...h the RCL knob until you see the display 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 48 contiguous US states if equipped The display will show your selection TUNE Turn this knob to select radio stations w SEEK x Press the up or the down arrow to go to the next ...

Page 162: ...ble TONE Press and release this button until BASS MID or TREB appears on the display The SELECT LED indicator will light to show that the tone control can be adjusted Turn the SELECT knob to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Pressing and holding the TONE button until FLAT appears on the display will return all of the tone controls to the midd...

Page 163: ...t the speakers can be adjusted Turn the SELECT knob to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers Pressing and holding the BAL FADE button for two seconds will return all speaker settings to the middle position Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press PROG TYPE to activate program type select mode The PTY symbol will app...

Page 164: ...e radio will not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite PTYs These pushbuttons have factory PTY presets You can set up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2 2 Press PROG TYPE to activate program type sel...

Page 165: ...nnouncement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements press the TRAF button and the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements the radio will stop and brackets will be displayed around TRAF When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you wi...

Page 166: ... 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 CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune ...

Page 167: ...eceiver 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 check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Page 168: ...lity 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 or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD If an error appears on the display see C...

Page 169: ...lay will now be the default While elapsed time is showing CD TIME will appear on the display BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio The CD symbol will appear on the display when a CD is loaded EJECT Press this button to eje...

Page 170: ...he file structure that contains compressed audio files and the empty folder will not be displayed or numbered No Folder When the CD contains only compressed files the files will be located under the root folder The next and previous folder functions will have no function on a CD that was recorded without folders or playlists When displaying the name of the folder the radio will display ROOT When t...

Page 171: ... With the ignition on insert a CD partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the CD will begin to play after the player has read the table of contents and the file structure and determined where the first playable track is located READING DISC will appear on the display After the MP3 has been read the number of folders and tracks will be displayed then the radio will go bac...

Page 172: ...tem will move on to the next folder or playlist and play all of the tracks in random order To repeat the tracks on the CD press and hold this pushbutton for two seconds You will hear a beep and DISC RANDOM will appear on the display This feature will not work with playlists When in random pressing and releasing either SEEK arrow will take you to the next or previous random track Press and release ...

Page 173: ...show only 13 characters but there can be up to 3 pages of text If there are more than 13 characters in the song folder or playlist name pushing this knob within 2 seconds will take you to the next page of text If there are no other pages to be shown pushing this knob within 2 seconds will take you to the next display mode Track mode will display the current track number and the ID3 tag song name F...

Page 174: ...t earlier in this section There may have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Theft Det...

Page 175: ...preset pushbuttons Every press of this button will take you to the next preset station that you have programmed If your vehicle has the MP3 CD player pressing this button will take you to the next folder BAND Press this button to choose FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 48 contiguous US states if equipped If a CD is playing it will stop and the radio will play Q VOLUME R Press the up or the down arrow to i...

Page 176: ...st to coast Just 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 CDs Handle CDs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a CD is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral...

Page 177: ...our vehicle Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception The performance of your XM system may be affected if your sunroof is open Chime Level Adjustment Chime level adjustment is only available on RDS radios The volume level of the vehicle s chimes can be controlled by the radio To change the volume level press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio...

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Page 179: ...ontrol 4 15 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 24 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 Winter Driving 4 26 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 31 Towing 4 32 Towing Your Vehicle 4 32 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 32 Loading Your Vehicle 4 35 Towing a Trailer 4 41 Section 4 Driving Y...

Page 180: ... and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with...

Page 181: ...r people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if someone plans to drive It is a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The Blood Alcohol Concentration BAC of someone who is drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The...

Page 182: ... 0 05 percent in both France and Germany The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we have seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the dr...

Page 183: ...in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and jud...

Page 184: ...g action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordi...

Page 185: ... brake life If your engine ever stops while you are driving brake normally but do not pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle may ha...

Page 186: ...bout to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed...

Page 187: ...m will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rolling That could be off the road into the very thing you were trying to avoid or into traffic If you do not have anti lock use a squeeze braking technique This will give you maximum braking while maintaining steering control You can do this by pushing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure In an emergency y...

Page 188: ...fely use it again you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control on page 3 10 The Enhanced Traction System operates in all transaxle shift lever positions But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you ve chosen so you should use the lower gears only when necessary See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2 24 When the system is on and the parking b...

Page 189: ...f you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here is why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics w...

Page 190: ...ower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more ef...

Page 191: ...d reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle ...

Page 192: ...t is all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you are following a larger vehicle Also you will ...

Page 193: ... ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency do not give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Ski...

Page 194: ...ant to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skiddin...

Page 195: ...Drive defensively Do not drink and drive Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since you can not see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a sa...

Page 196: ...n you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glas...

Page 197: ...uddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank...

Page 198: ...vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning does not happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning ...

Page 199: ... otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 5 51 City Driving One of the bi...

Page 200: ...ime and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 22 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways tu...

Page 201: ...ere is not another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply T...

Page 202: ...t plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Do not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you...

Page 203: ... engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the igniti...

Page 204: ... own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving Have your vehicle...

Page 205: ...driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situa...

Page 206: ...you make a hard stop on a slippery road Whether you have the anti lock braking system or not you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement Without anti lock brakes if you feel your vehicle begin to slide let up on the brakes a little Push the brake pedal down steadily to get the most traction you can Remember unless you have anti lock if you brake so hard that your wheels sto...

Page 207: ...e some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck unde...

Page 208: ...t Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut t...

Page 209: ...wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle See Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 66 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a for...

Page 210: ... with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendati...

Page 211: ...FC ACC See Instrument Panel Fuse Block Driver s Side under Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 87 for the location of these fuses 5 Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY 6 Shift your transaxle to Neutral N 7 Release the parking brake Remember to reinstall the fuses once you reach your destination To reinstall a fuse do the following 1 Set the parking brake 2 Remove the key from the ignition switc...

Page 212: ...d a dolly do the following 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Put the vehicle in PARK P for automatic transaxles and Neutral for manual transaxles 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key For manual transaxle vehicles the shift lever must be in REVERSE R before removing the key 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 5 Release the ...

Page 213: ...labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front 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 t...

Page 214: ...eight your vehicle can properly carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Information label Example 1 the label is attached to the center pillar near the driver s door latch If your vehicle has the Tire Loading Information label Example 2 the label is on the rear edge of the driver s door Example 1 Example 2 4 36 ...

Page 215: ...etermine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available ...

Page 216: ...l A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg x 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg x 5 750 lbs 340 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 4 38 ...

Page 217: ... and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Label The Certification label is also found on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Nev...

Page 218: ...an shorten the life of your vehicle CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsec...

Page 219: ...y and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That is the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer Load pulling components such as the engine transaxle wheel a...

Page 220: ...h your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam ...

Page 221: ...hen be sure you do not go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It is important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow The rear bumper on your vehicle is not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper t...

Page 222: ... not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both systems will not work well or at all Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you will want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are dr...

Page 223: ...ontact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you are turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer will not strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a di...

Page 224: ...n be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here is how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but do not shift into PARK P for an automatic transaxle or into gear for a manual transaxle yet When parking uphill turn your wheels away from the curb When parking downhill turn your wheels into the curb 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the chocks are in place r...

Page 225: ... trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid do not overfill engine oil drive belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you are trailering it is a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check p...

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Page 227: ...ting 5 25 Cooling System 5 28 Power Steering Fluid 5 34 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 35 Brakes 5 37 Battery 5 40 Jump Starting 5 41 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamps 5 47 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 48 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 48 Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 5 49 Replacement Bulbs 5 49 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 50 Tires 5 51 Inflation Tire Pres...

Page 228: ...5 84 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 84 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 84 Vehicle Identification 5 86 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 86 Service Parts Identification Label 5 86 Electrical System 5 87 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 87 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 87 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 87 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 87 Capacities and Specifications 5 92 Section 5 Service and Appe...

Page 229: ...ine GM parts have one of these marks Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work you will want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own ...

Page 230: ...replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it...

Page 231: ...es not indicate a problem exists or that a higher octane fuel is necessary If you are using 87 octane or higher octane fuel and hear heavy knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by automobile manufacturers around the world and contained in the World Wide Fuel Charter which is available from the Alliance of...

Page 232: ...nmental Protection Agency regulations General Motors recommends that you buy gasolines that are advertised to help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean If your vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves try a different brand of gasoline Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clea...

Page 233: ...ving Filling Your Tank CAUTION Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the pump island Turn off your engine when you are refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not lea...

Page 234: ... burned Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Don t top off or overfill your tank and wait a few seconds after you ve finished pumping before you remove the nozzle Clea...

Page 235: ...ype it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your veh...

Page 236: ...ngs that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the handle located under the instrument panel on the driver s side of th...

Page 237: ...elease the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood marked PROP ROD Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer Then let the hood down and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Page 238: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 2L L4 ECOTEC engine you ll see the following 5 12 ...

Page 239: ...in Engine Oil on page 5 15 E Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid in Brakes on page 5 37 F Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 34 G Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 87 H Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 20 I Battery See Battery on page 5 40 J Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Windshield Washer...

Page 240: ...When you open the hood on the 3400 V6 engine you ll see the following 5 14 ...

Page 241: ...d Washer Fluid on page 5 35 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil dipstick Turn off the engine and give the oil sev...

Page 242: ...o not add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through Wha...

Page 243: ...ckness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbo...

Page 244: ...ed on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL light ...

Page 245: ...urn the key to OFF If the CHANGE OIL light comes back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner W...

Page 246: ...e Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter do the following 1 Remove the screws that hold the cover on 2 Lift off the cover 3 Check or replace the engine air cleaner filter 4 ...

Page 247: ...uid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible You may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer or service center when you have your oil changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of...

Page 248: ...utch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adjusting The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use ...

Page 249: ... only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 5 25 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the...

Page 250: ...ed Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and the proper coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your ...

Page 251: ...oper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool If the surge tank is empty a special fill procedure is necessary See Engine Overheating on page 5 25 and How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank under Cooling System on page 5 28 for instructions CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn i...

Page 252: ...ools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is 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 Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged Th...

Page 253: ...c let the engine idle in NEUTRAL N while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally...

Page 254: ...ric 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 the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface 2 2L L4 Engine shown 3400 V6 Engine similar 5 28 ...

Page 255: ...ld cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they aren t your vehicle needs service Notice If you operate the engine without coolant or fail to maintain the cooling system properly...

Page 256: ... surge tank If coolant is visible but the coolant level isn t at or above the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 23 for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as fo...

Page 257: ...ld get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot en...

Page 258: ...ant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot 2 Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about two or two and one half turns If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose 3 Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 5 32 ...

Page 259: ...edure until the level remains constant at the hash mark for at least five minutes 5 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower than the FULL COLD mark add more of the proper mix...

Page 260: ...hen to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location 5 34 ...

Page 261: ...ubricants on page 6 12 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection aga...

Page 262: ...er Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean 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 Don t use engine coo...

Page 263: ...ould have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work i...

Page 264: ...f fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone p...

Page 265: ...esult in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specificati...

Page 266: ...ce 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 replacement parts If you do not your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you have come to ex...

Page 267: ...ft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios on page 3 68 Jump Starting 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 can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn ...

Page 268: ...ransaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in Neutral before setting the parking brake Notice If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories ...

Page 269: ...get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving 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 shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive or ...

Page 270: ...f the vehicle has one 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one 5 44 ...

Page 271: ...electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that has the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and dam...

Page 272: ...ollowing 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle Jumper Cable Removal 5 46 ...

Page 273: ... this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 Lift up on the two retaining clips which secure the headlamp assembly 5 47 ...

Page 274: ...lamp assembly Refer to the removal procedure earlier in this section 2 Turn the bulb assembly retainer and pull out the bulb 3 Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness 4 When replacing the bulb be sure to properly align the bulb with the locating feature in the assembly 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the bulb assembly Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 1 Open the trunk lid and lo...

Page 275: ...g the paint or dropping it 5 Press the five tabs to release the plate from the lamp 6 Gently pull the bulb out from the socket 7 Install a new bulb 8 Reverse Steps 3 through 6 to reinstall the taillamp Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back Up Lamps 3156 Center High Mounted Stoplamps 912 Parking Turn Signal Lamps 3157NA or 3157A Sidemarker Lamps 194NA Stop Taillamps 3157 Turn Signal Lamp...

Page 276: ...tion Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways Here s how to remove the wiper blade 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2 For the proper type and size see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 92 5 50 ...

Page 277: ... of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are ...

Page 278: ...Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall The examples below show a typical passenger car tire and a compact spare tire sidewall Passenger Car Tire Example 5 52 ...

Page 279: ... D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the trea...

Page 280: ...on Number TIN The Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 77 ...

Page 281: ... Association B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 70 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 70 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is...

Page 282: ... before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 58 Curb Weight This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant but without passengers and cargo DOT Markings A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportat...

Page 283: ...ame molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure and shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 58 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 ...

Page 284: ...weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 Inflation Tire Pressure The tire and loading information label shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or d...

Page 285: ... the tires are cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem Press the tire gage firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label no further adjustment is necessary If the inflat...

Page 286: ...pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 92 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fa...

Page 287: ...tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location o...

Page 288: ...ou ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash ...

Page 289: ...y requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of ...

Page 290: ...performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned a...

Page 291: ...hem only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others ...

Page 292: ...mount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle 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 manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To ...

Page 293: ...reate a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator ped...

Page 294: ...ace to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transaxle shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transaxle to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other sid...

Page 295: ... to remove it 2 Lift and remove the cover 3 Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove it Then lift off the spacer and remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 77 later in this section for more information about the compact spare 4 Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk Your vehicle s jack and wheel wrench are stored in a foam tray Remove the band around the jack ...

Page 296: ...g the Spare Tire 1 If your vehicle has a wheel cover or hubcap that has plastic wheel nut caps then loosen the plastic nut caps you may need to use the wheel wrench to loosen them Do not pry off wheel covers or center caps that have plastic wheel nut caps Then remove the wheel cover or center cap 5 70 ...

Page 297: ...d until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire Put the compact spare tire near you CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack 5 71 ...

Page 298: ...ack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 5 Remove all of the wheel nuts 6 Remove the flat tire 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 5 72 ...

Page 299: ...n an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 8 Install the compact spare tire 9 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward t...

Page 300: ...ere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the Index for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Se...

Page 301: ...se equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Store the flat tire in the compact spare tire compartment Place the tire in the compartment then secure the adapter and wing nut Place the cover and the nut on top of the flat tire Store the jack and the wrench in the foam tray A Nut B Cover C Wing Bolt D Adapter E Wrench F Jack G Tool Tray H Flat Tire 5 75 ...

Page 302: ...uld strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire later in this section See the storage instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly A Nut B Cover C Wing Bolt D Adapter E Wrench F Jack G Tool Tray H Compact Spare Tire 5 76 ...

Page 303: ...ant Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again Notice When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t...

Page 304: ...ne Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Do not use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe v...

Page 305: ...ection use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool wate...

Page 306: ...ing the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cle...

Page 307: ...olor 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 Do not wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning...

Page 308: ...droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys 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 remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to ...

Page 309: ...ire cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or ...

Page 310: ... on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ring shaped discolorations and small 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 condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first Vehicle Care Appearance Ma...

Page 311: ...d protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping necessary Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Wash Wax Concentrate Medium foaming shampoo Cleans and lightly waxes Biodegradable and phosphate free Spot Lifter Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets vinyl and cloth upholstery Odor Eliminator Odorless spray o...

Page 312: ...bels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the bottom of your spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation ...

Page 313: ...it breaker in the fuse panel protects the power windows When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible links This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical p...

Page 314: ...amps PWR MIRROR Power Mirrors Fuses Usage AIR BAG Air Bags BFC BATT Body Computer BFC PCM ACC Power Control Module PCM DR LOCK Door Lock Motors IPC BFC ACC Cluster Body Computer BFC STOP LPS Stop Lamps HAZARD LPS Hazard Lamps IPC HVAC BATT HVAC Head Cluster Data Link Connector Circuit Breakers Usage PWR SEAT Power Seats Relay Usage TRUNK REL Trunk Relay DR UNLOCK Door Unlock Relay DR LOCK Door Loc...

Page 315: ...CRUISE SW LPS Steering Wheel Cruise Control Switch Lamps CRUISE SW Steering Wheel Cruise Control Switches Fuse Usage HVAC BLOWER HVAC Blower Motor CRUISE Cruise Control FOG LPS Fog Lamps INT LPS Interior Courtesy Lamps RADIO BATT Radio XM Satellite Radio DAB SUNROOF Power Sunroof Circuit Breaker Usage PWR WNDW Power Windows Relay Usage FOG LPS Fog Lamps 5 89 ...

Page 316: ...rior Lamps Fuse Usage 3 Left Electrical Center Stop Lamps Hazard Lamps Body Function Control Module Cluster Climate Control System 4 Anti Lock Brakes 5 Left Electrical Center Power Seats Power Mirrors Door Locks Trunk Release Audio Amplifier Remote Keyless Entry 6 Not Used 7 Ignition Switch 8 Cooling Fan 1 Relays Usage 9 Rear Defog 10 Not Used 11 Starter V6 only 12 Cooling Fan 1 13 HVAC Blower Cli...

Page 317: ...e 38 Automatic Transaxle 39 Powertrain Control Module PCM 40 Anti Lock Brakes ABS 41 Ignition System 42 Back Up Lamps Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock Fuses Usage 43 Horn 44 PCM 45 Parking Lamps 46 Climate Control System Air Conditioning 47 Canister Vent Valve Exhaust Oxygen Sensors 48 Fuel Pump Injectors 49 Not Used 50 Right Headlamp 51 Left Headlamp 52 Cooling Fan 2 53 HVAC Blower Climate Control...

Page 318: ...n Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Use Refrigerant Oil R134a Systems 1 4 lbs 0 6 kg Automatic Transaxle Complete Overhaul 9 5 quarts 9 0 L Cooling System 2 2L L4 Engine 3400 V6 Engine 8 6 quarts 13 6 quarts 8 2 L 12 9 L Engine Oil with Filter 2 2L L4 Engine 3400 V6 Engine 5 0 quarts 4 0 quarts 4 8 L 3 8 L Fuel Tank 14 1 gallons 53 4 L 5 92 ...

Page 319: ...ete Overhaul 1 8 quarts 1 7 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y ECOTEC See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap 2 2L L4 F Automatic Manual 0 042 inch 1 06 mm 3400 V6 E Automatic Manual 0 060 inch 1 52 mm 5 93 ...

Page 320: ... NOTES 5 94 ...

Page 321: ...dule 6 3 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 13 Maintenance Record 6 14 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 322: ...ary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance is important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the...

Page 323: ... within recommended limits You will find these limits on the tire and loading information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 should be performed when indicated See Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and Maintena...

Page 324: ... within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the engine oil life system may not indicate that vehicle service is necessary for over a year However your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset Your GM Goodwrench dealer has GM trained service technicians who will perform this work usi...

Page 325: ...for any leaks or damage See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 20 An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tires on page 5 51 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed addit...

Page 326: ...eaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 20 An Emission Control Service Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter severe service only See footnote h Replace spark plugs Inspect spark plug wires V6 only An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every 5 years whichever occurs first An Em...

Page 327: ...sure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year d Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors...

Page 328: ...d and the fluid level checked Add fluid if needed Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you with these checks and services Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricant...

Page 329: ...n cassette tape player Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play See Audio System s on page 3 38 for further details At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake...

Page 330: ...he ON position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position With an automatic transaxle the key sh...

Page 331: ...ke set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your ...

Page 332: ...nt Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM Part No U S 12345347 in Canada 10953517 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Manual Transaxle DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic Transaxle DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Supe...

Page 333: ...r 2 2 L L4 Engine 3400 V6 25098845 25161977 A1172C A1279C Engine Oil Filter 2 2 L L4 Engine 3400 V6 24460713 25010792 PF2244G PF47 Spark Plugs 2 2 L L4 Engine 3400 V6 25337472 Platinum Plug 12568387 Platinum Plug 41 981 Platinum Plug 41 10 Platinum Plug Windshield Wiper Blades Type Shepherd s Hook Passenger s Side 17 0 inches 43 0 cm Driver s Side 22 0 inches 56 0 cm 22121329 22155307 ECOTEC 6 13 ...

Page 334: ...rmed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 in this section Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 14 ...

Page 335: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15 ...

Page 336: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Page 337: ... Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistan...

Page 338: ...stomer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left...

Page 339: ... 22203 1804 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs You can find your specific ...

Page 340: ... customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to Chevrolet the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet s Customer Assistance Center United States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV ...

Page 341: ...istance 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 eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers...

Page 342: ...6 000 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 to telephone numbers of the following additional services depending on your needs Hotels Glass replacement Tire repair facilities Rental vehicle or taxis Airports or train stations Police fire depar...

Page 343: ...ransportation 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 the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs Plan Ahead When Possible ...

Page 344: ...d you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty r...

Page 345: ... terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor conditio...

Page 346: ...o the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or SDM If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause...

Page 347: ...vision Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on...

Page 348: ...o Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Ti...

Page 349: ...5 84 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 78 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 81 Finish Damage 5 83 Appearance Care cont Sheet Metal Damage 5 83 Underbody Maintenance 5 84 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 84 Weatherstrips 5 81 Ashtrays 3 18 Audio System s 3 38 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 69 Care of Your CD Player 3 70 Care of Your CDs 3 70 Chime Level Adjustment 3 71 Fixed Mast Anten...

Page 350: ...g New Tires 5 62 C California Fuel 5 6 Canada Customer Assistance 7 5 Canadian Owners ii Canadian Roadside Assistance 7 7 Capacities and Specifications 5 92 Carbon Monoxide 4 26 4 41 2 12 2 33 Care of Safety Belts 5 81 Your CD Player 3 70 Your CDs 3 70 Cassette Tape Player Service 6 9 CD Messages 3 42 3 53 3 68 Center Console Storage Area 2 37 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 48 Center Rear Pa...

Page 351: ...s Surfaces 5 80 Cleaning Interior Plastic Components 5 80 Cleaning Leather 5 80 Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel 5 80 Cleaning Tires 5 83 Cleaning Vinyl 5 80 Cleaning Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 82 Climate Control System 3 19 Outlet Adjustment 3 21 Clutch Hydraulic 5 22 Compact Spare Tire 5 77 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 30 Heater Engine 2 22 Low Warning Li...

Page 352: ...2 8 Locks 2 7 Power Door Locks 2 8 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 8 Rear Door Security Locks 2 10 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 14 Six Way Power Seat 1 3 Driving At Night 4 17 City 4 21 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 2 Freeway 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 Winter 4 26 Driving On Grades 4 46 Driving on Snow or Ice 4 27 Driving Through Deep Standing Water 4 20 Driving...

Page 353: ... 3 28 Entry Exit Lighting 3 17 Event Data Records EDR 7 9 Express Down Window 2 16 Extender Safety Belt 1 31 Exterior Lamps 3 14 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 20 Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM 3 47 3 57 Finding a Station 3 39 3 44 3 55 Finish Care 5 82 Finish Damage 5 83 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 71 Flat Tire 5 67 Flat Tire Changing 5 68 Fluid Automatic Transaxle 5 21 Manual Transaxle 5 ...

Page 354: ... 48 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamps Off in Park P 3 16 Highway Hypnosis 4 24 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 Hitches 4 43 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5 10 Horn 3 5 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank 5 30 How to Check 5 59 How to Check and Add Fluid 5 23 How to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 35 How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 20 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Saf...

Page 355: ...4 Interior 3 17 Lap Belt 1 28 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 14 1 23 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 47 Latches Seatback 1 5 Leaving Your Vehicle 2 11 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Automatic Transaxle Only 2 31 Lift Seat Power 1 7 Light Air Bag Readiness 3 25 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 28 Brake System Warning 3 27 Change Engin...

Page 356: ...intenance Schedule cont Maintenance Record 6 14 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 13 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Using Your 6 3 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 47 Making Turns 4 45 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 31 Manual Seats 1 2 Manual Transaxle 2 20 Fluid 5...

Page 357: ...2 35 Overseas Customer Assistance 7 5 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian ii Owner s Information 7 12 P Park P Shifting Into 2 30 Shifting Out of 2 32 Parking Brake 2 29 Over Things That Burn 2 33 Your Vehicle Key Removal 2 32 Parking on Hills 4 46 Passing 4 14 4 45 Passlock 2 17 Plan Ahead When Possible 7 7 Playing a CD 3 41 3 52 3 62 Playing the Radio 3 39 3 44 3 55 Power 1 3 Door Lock...

Page 358: ...em 2 3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 4 Remote Trunk Release 2 13 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 70 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 69 Replacement Bulbs 5 49 Replacing Brake System Parts 5 40 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 61 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 11 General Motors 7 11 United States Government 7 10 Restraint System Ch...

Page 359: ...n 1 51 Security Light 3 35 Security While You Travel 7 6 Service 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 4 Doing Your Own Work 5 3 Engine Soon Light 3 31 Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Vehicle Soon Light 3 36 Service Bulletins 7 12 Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada 3 31 Service Manuals 7 11 Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only 3 48 3 58 Se...

Page 360: ...56 T Tachometer 3 24 Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 5 49 Theft Deterrent Radio 3 68 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 17 Passlock 2 17 Tilt Wheel 3 5 Tire Inflation Check 6 9 Tire Sidewall Labeling 5 52 Tire Size 5 55 Tire Terminology and Definitions 5 56 Tires 5 51 Buying New Tires 5 62 Chains 5 66 Changing a Flat Tire 5 68 Compact Spare Tire 5 77 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 67 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 5...

Page 361: ...runk Lamp 3 18 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 6 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 6 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 45 U Understanding Radio Reception 3 70 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 63 United States Customer Assistance 7 4 Up Shift Light 3 26 Used Replacement Wheels 5 66 Using an MP3 CD 3 63 Using Cleaner on Fabric 5 79 V Vehicle Control 4 6 Damage Warnings iv Loading 4 35 Parking Your 2...

Page 362: ...en to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life System 5 18 When to Check 5 59 When to Check and What to Use 5 22 When to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 34 When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 20 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 4 47 Where to Put the Restraint 1 41 Why Safety Belts Work 1 10 Window Lock Out 2 16 Windows 2 15 Manual 2 15 Power 2 16 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 35 ...

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