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Seats and Restraint Systems

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Front Seats

.............................................. 9

Rear Seats

............................................. 13

Safety Belts

............................................ 31

Child Restraints

...................................... 55

Airbag System

........................................ 82

Restraint System Check

......................... 98

Features and Controls

.............................. 101

Keys

..................................................... 103

Doors and Locks

.................................. 112

Windows

............................................... 128

Theft-Deterrent Systems

....................... 131

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

..... 135

Mirrors

.................................................. 150

OnStar

System

................................... 151

Universal Home Remote System

.......... 153

Storage Areas

...................................... 164

Instrument Panel

....................................... 173

Instrument Panel Overview

................... 176

Climate Controls

................................... 201

Warning Lights, Gages, and

Indicators

.......................................... 213

Driver Information Center (DIC)

............ 229

Audio System(s)

................................... 268

Driving Your Vehicle

................................. 357

Your Driving, the Road, and

Your Vehicle

..................................... 358

Towing

................................................. 394

Service and Appearance Care

.................. 407

Service

................................................. 410

Fuel

...................................................... 412

Checking Things Under the Hood

......... 418

Bulb Replacement

................................ 453

Windshield Wiper Blade

Replacement

..................................... 458

Tires

..................................................... 459

Appearance Care

.................................. 497

Vehicle Identification

............................. 506

Electrical System

.................................. 507

Capacities and Specifications

................ 514

2007 Pontiac Montana SV6 Owner Manual

Summary of Contents for Montana SV6 2007

Page 1: ...64 Instrument Panel 173 Instrument Panel Overview 176 Climate Controls 201 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 213 Driver Information Center DIC 229 Audio System s 268 Driving Your Vehicle 357 Your Dr...

Page 2: ...Maintenance Schedule 517 Maintenance Schedule 518 Customer Assistance Information 537 Customer Assistance and Information 538 Reporting Safety Defects 555 Index 559 2...

Page 3: ...ve this manual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Man...

Page 4: ...ION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read thes...

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

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

Page 7: ...houlder Belt Height Adjustment 46 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 47 Right Front Passenger Position 47 Rear Seat Passengers 48 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 51 Safety Belt Pretensioners 54 Safety B...

Page 8: ...strain 89 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 90 Passenger Sensing System 91 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 96 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 97 Restraint System Check...

Page 9: ...release the lever CAUTION You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you pus...

Page 10: ...s Your vehicle may have this feature If it does the heated seat buttons are located on the climate control panel This feature will heat the lower cushions of the driver s and front passenger s seats P...

Page 11: ...UTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked You...

Page 12: ...u are reclined like this The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injurie...

Page 13: ...adjust remove and reinstall the seats By using the levers and straps in the correct order you can easily remove the seats from the vehicle If your vehicle has second row captain chairs with airbags th...

Page 14: ...seats if the vehicle has them 1 Make sure the adjustable head restraints are in the fully lowered position Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat...

Page 15: ...hooks attach to the rear floor pins 2 Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked to the floor 3 Pull the nylon strap located on the rear right hand side of the seat or lift the recline lever loc...

Page 16: ...ard One is located below the front of the seat The other lever is located on the rear of the seat To adjust the second row bucket seats forward or rearward do the following 1 Lift up either lever and...

Page 17: ...he seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 2 Fold the seatback forward CAUTION If the seatback is not locke...

Page 18: ...lways unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 2 Fold the seatback flat on the seat by either pulling on the nylon strap located on the rear...

Page 19: ...t is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After installing the seat always check...

Page 20: ...t hooks are not attached correctly the seat s rear hooks will not attach to the rear set of floor pins If the front hooks are not attaching correctly check that the seat is in the full rear position 3...

Page 21: ...nd pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 6 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure that it is locked Captain Chairs Your vehicle may have second row captain chairs If so they can be adjusted...

Page 22: ...er lever located on the outboard side of the seat then move the seatback to the desired position To raise the seatback lift up on the recliner lever without applying pressure to the seatback Push and...

Page 23: ...n chairs with side impact airbags they will have one armrest on the inboard side Removing a Captain Chair without a Side Impact Airbag If your vehicle has captain chairs with side impact airbags the s...

Page 24: ...riously injured After installing the seat always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Do not put the seats in so they face rearward because they...

Page 25: ...to lock the rear latches onto the rear set of floor pins CAUTION A seat that is not locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be...

Page 26: ...olded it will lie flat with the convenience center Folding the Seatback s Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuck...

Page 27: ...to be sure it is locked To raise the seatback do the following 1 Move the second row seat completely forward by using the manual adjustment bar under either the front or rear of the seat cushion 2 Op...

Page 28: ...ore folding a rear seat 3 Put the seatback in its folded position before removing the seat See Folding the Seatback s earlier in this section 4 From behind the seat squeeze the release handle until th...

Page 29: ...tice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before f...

Page 30: ...installing it 3 Try to raise the seat to make sure that it is locked down The indicator pins will no longer stick out when the seat is properly latched into place CAUTION If the seatback is not locked...

Page 31: ...t 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...

Page 32: ...even buckled up a person would not 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 kil...

Page 33: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 33...

Page 34: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 34...

Page 35: ...upside 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 airbags why should I have to wear safe...

Page 36: ...serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there a...

Page 37: ...st the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the...

Page 38: ...e the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the...

Page 39: ...ould be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the sho...

Page 40: ...oo loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury...

Page 41: ...otection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal i...

Page 42: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause s...

Page 43: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and...

Page 44: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much...

Page 45: ...across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can...

Page 46: ...ght so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Incorrect positioning of the shoulder belt c...

Page 47: ...more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to...

Page 48: ...thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seat positions have lap shoulder belts Here is how to wear one pr...

Page 49: ...ut all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 54 Make sure the release button on the buckle is posit...

Page 50: ...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 th...

Page 51: ...r seats and for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each second row passenger position If your vehicle...

Page 52: ...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 o...

Page 53: ...r and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 48 Make sure tha...

Page 54: ...ee Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 99 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dea...

Page 55: ...er 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 fa...

Page 56: ...shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in a center rear s...

Page 57: ...this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap...

Page 58: ...t be restrained while in a vehicle CAUTION Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children...

Page 59: ...oes not 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 l...

Page 60: ...stem 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 w...

Page 61: ...eighs 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 crashforces can be distributed across the CAUTION Continued CAUTION Contin...

Page 62: ...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 agains...

Page 63: ...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 an...

Page 64: ...instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both Securing an Add on Child Restraint in the Vehicle CAUTION A child can be seriously injure...

Page 65: ...traps that come down over each of the infant s shoulders and buckle together at the crotch The five point harness system has two shoulder straps two hip straps and a crotch strap A shield may take the...

Page 66: ...right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the pas...

Page 67: ...the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual When installing a child restraint with a top tether...

Page 68: ...top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to...

Page 69: ...United States some child restraints also have a top tether Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If the child restraint does not have a top tether one can be obtained i...

Page 70: ...itions the top tether anchors are located on the seatback near the base of each seat Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint...

Page 71: ...he top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached There is no place to attach the top tether in this position Accident statis...

Page 72: ...le s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor and lower anchor in the vehic...

Page 73: ...ontact between the child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly Folding an empty rear seat with the safety belts secured may cause damage to the safety belt or...

Page 74: ...tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether ov...

Page 75: ...board seating positions Do not secure a child seat in these positions if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say...

Page 76: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set...

Page 77: ...position that you are using has a top tether anchor attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to Lower Anchors and Tet...

Page 78: ...ant safety information A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A chil...

Page 79: ...o follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Your vehicle has a right front passenger s airbags See Passenger...

Page 80: ...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...

Page 81: ...and the on indicator is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the...

Page 82: ...ating frontal airbag But these airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system CAUTION You can...

Page 83: ...in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person CAUTION Both frontal and side impact airbags inflate with great force fast...

Page 84: ...hem Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 55 or Infants and Yo...

Page 85: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 85...

Page 86: ...driver it is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the right front passenger and or the second row captain s chairs if equipped it is in...

Page 87: ...ag Inflate The driver s and right front passenger s frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes But they are designed to inflate only if the impact ex...

Page 88: ...e vehicle hits a moving object If the vehicle hits an object that deforms the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object that does not deform If the vehicle hi...

Page 89: ...door How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side colli...

Page 90: ...windshield or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems...

Page 91: ...ystem will not work properly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing System Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system The passenger airbag status indicator on the instrument panel will be visi...

Page 92: ...usly injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION...

Page 93: ...the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s directions and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position...

Page 94: ...person If a person of adult size is sitting in the right front passenger s seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat If this happens turn th...

Page 95: ...including important safety information Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates You may want to consider not using seat covers or other after...

Page 96: ...em To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 556 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag ca...

Page 97: ...he phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 538 Q Because I have a disabili...

Page 98: ...rces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Notice...

Page 99: ...ve LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag infl...

Page 100: ...NOTES 100...

Page 101: ...1 Content Theft Deterrent 131 PASS Key III 133 PASS Key III Operation 133 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 135 New Vehicle Break In 135 Ignition Positions 136 Retained Accessory Power RAP 137 Start...

Page 102: ...Remote System Operation With One Triangular LED 160 Storage Areas 164 Glove Box 164 Cupholder s 164 Overhead Console Without Rail 165 Overhead Console With Rail 165 Floor Console Storage Area 167 Fold...

Page 103: ...the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not...

Page 104: ...you ever do get locked out of your vehicle see Roadside Assistance Program on page 544 for more information Remote Keyless Entry System Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject...

Page 105: ...k to determine if battery replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 105 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified techni...

Page 106: ...d See FOB LOCK FEEDBACK under DIC Vehicle Personalization Uplevel Only on page 257 for additional information Unlock When you press unlock on the remote keyless entry transmitter only the driver s doo...

Page 107: ...oor See Power Sliding Door PSD on page 119 You can operate the power sliding door s with the remote keyless entry transmitter even if the power sliding door override switch es on the overhead console...

Page 108: ...ehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry tran...

Page 109: ...may restrict the use of remote starters For example some laws may require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view when doing so Check local regulations for any requirements on remote...

Page 110: ...remote starts or remote start attempts between ignition cycles with the key is two If the remote start procedure is used again before the first 10 minute time frame has ended the first 10 minutes will...

Page 111: ...ready been provided The maximum number of remote starts or remote start attempts between ignition cycles with the key is two Remote Start Ready If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start f...

Page 112: ...o get out A child 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...

Page 113: ...her front door from the inside push the manual lever forward Power Door Locks Your vehicle has power door locks The switches are located on the driver s and front passenger s door Press the top of the...

Page 114: ...r remains open without any other door being opened or closed the vehicle will lock after approximately 45 seconds If the key is in the ignition this feature will not lock the doors To turn the delayed...

Page 115: ...feature makes it more difficult to lock the key in the vehicle If the driver s door is open while the key is in the ignition the door cannot be locked with the power door lock switch This feature cann...

Page 116: ...ard on a steep grade 15 percent or more the door may not stay open and could slam shut possibly injuring someone To make sure the door does not slam shut be sure to hold it open until everyone is clea...

Page 117: ...page 257 Sliding Door Security Lock Your vehicle is equipped with sliding door security locks that helps prevent young children or other passengers from opening the sliding door s using the inside doo...

Page 118: ...ock and open the door from the outside You should let adults and older children know how the security lock works and how to cancel the lock If you do not adults or older children who ride in the rear...

Page 119: ...4 CAUTION Leaving your children or pets unattended in your vehicle can be dangerous They could operate the power sliding door A child or others could be injured Do not leave children or pets unattende...

Page 120: ...r activation switch es If you have a single PSD this switch is located in front of the passenger side sliding door If your vehicle has dual PSDs the switches are located in front of both sliding doors...

Page 121: ...the inside or outside door handle to release the door latch The door will fully open To manually close the power sliding door s while the switches are in the activation position pull the inside or out...

Page 122: ...you shift out of PARK P a chime will sound This is a warning that the sliding door s is not completely closed Also the Driver Information Center DIC will indicate if the door is open See DIC Warnings...

Page 123: ...osing door increases significantly as the door approaches the latched position The driver s side sliding door is designed to open only a little if the fuel door is open If this ever happens do not try...

Page 124: ...e 15 percent or more the door may not stay open and could slam shut possibly injuring someone To make sure the door does not slam shut turn on the power sliding door feature Then if the door closes it...

Page 125: ...r closing press the PSD override deactivation part of the switch Pressing the PSD button s on the remote keyless entry will open and close the door unless the door has been manually locked using the m...

Page 126: ...ervice Liftgate To unlock or lock the liftgate from the outside use the remote keyless entry transmitter For more information see Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 105 You can also use the...

Page 127: ...dy and the liftgate 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 into your vehicl...

Page 128: ...e with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a ve...

Page 129: ...normally To raise the window pull up the front of the switch Express Down Window To activate the express down feature push the AUTO switch all the way down to the second position then release it The w...

Page 130: ...power rear quarter windows See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 137 Sun Visors To block out glare swing down the sun visors You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the si...

Page 131: ...vehicle without using the remote keyless entry transmitter or a key or turns the ignition to RUN The horn will sound and the turn signal lamps will flash for up to two minutes Arming with the Power L...

Page 132: ...ow rate to let you know the system is armed If you would like your key not to arm the system see DIC Vehicle Personalization Uplevel Only on page 257 Arming Confirmation If remote unlock confirmation...

Page 133: ...This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this syst...

Page 134: ...ecoder to learn the transponder value of a new or replacement key Up to 10 keys may be programmed for the vehicle This procedure is for learning additional keys only If all the currently programmed ke...

Page 135: ...in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Do not drive at any one constant speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 805 km Do not make full throttle starts Avoid...

Page 136: ...ou can operate the electrical accessories such as the radio C RUN This is the position to which the switch returns after the engine is started and the ignition key is released This is the position for...

Page 137: ...he audio system will continue to work for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off or until either door is opened If a door is opened the power windows and audio system will shut off Starting t...

Page 138: ...or damaging your starter 2 If the engine does not start in 10 seconds push the accelerator pedal about one quarter of the way down while you turn the key to START Do this until the engine starts As s...

Page 139: ...s side of the engine compartment 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extensi...

Page 140: ...is in RUN If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever and psh the shift lever all the way info PARK P as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and mov...

Page 141: ...the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed i...

Page 142: ...Shift Your vehicle has a computer controlled transaxle designed to warm up the engine faster when the outside temperature is 35 F 2 C or colder You may notice that the transaxle will shift at a highe...

Page 143: ...erviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 km h and THIRD 3 for higher speeds FIRST 1 This position reduces vehicle speed even more than SECOND 2 witho...

Page 144: ...ease the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot while you push down on the parking brake pedal with your left foot When you lift your left foot from the parking brake ped...

Page 145: ...the shift lever toward you and moving it up as far as it will go 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand...

Page 146: ...and then shift into PARK P properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into Park P on page 145 When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK P before you r...

Page 147: ...Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn 147...

Page 148: ...vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs...

Page 149: ...arage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 384 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P...

Page 150: ...n the driver s door operate both outside rearview mirrors Push the top control to the left or right to choose either the driver s or passenger s outside rearview mirror Leave the control in the center...

Page 151: ...n Climate Control System on page 201 or Dual Climate Control System on page 204 OnStar System OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of safety s...

Page 152: ...hicle Location Assistance AccidentAssist Remote Door Unlock Vehicle Alert OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Hands Free Calling OnStar Virtual Advisor Directions Connections Plan All Safe Sound Plan Se...

Page 153: ...or to dial directory numbers press this button once wait for the response say the number s to be dialed wait for the number s to be repeated and then say dial See the OnStar Owner s Guide for more in...

Page 154: ...as garage door openers security systems and home lighting This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful in...

Page 155: ...use the this system with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Read the instructions comple...

Page 156: ...ice open your garage door opener s remote control battery cover Your garage door opener is a fixed code device if there is a panel of switches If not your garage door opener is a rolling code device P...

Page 157: ...write middle 3 Enter these positions into the Universal Home Remote System as follows Press and release all three buttons at the same time to put the device into programming mode 4 The indicator light...

Page 158: ...ing that programming is successful and complete To program another device such as an additional garage door opener a security device or home lighting repeat Steps 1 through 8 choosing a different func...

Page 159: ...ton you would like to use to control the garage door until the garage door moves The indicator light above the selected button should slowly blink You may need to hold the button from five to 20 secon...

Page 160: ...lease both buttons The codes from all button will be erased For additional information on Universal Home Remote see Customer Assistance Offices on page 542 Universal Home Remote System Operation With...

Page 161: ...ld transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal Programming Universal Home Remote Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 Press and hold down the t...

Page 162: ...ng code device most commonly a garage door opener 6 Locate in the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button This can usually be found where the hanging an...

Page 163: ...al Home Remote The Universal Home Remote indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming Universal Home Remote to complete Using Universal Home Remote...

Page 164: ...pins that are used to attach the seats can be used to secure larger loads Glove Box If the glove box has a lock put your key into the lock and turn the key counterclockwise To open the glove box pull...

Page 165: ...on page 195 OnStar System buttons See OnStar System on page 151 Universal Home Remote buttons See Universal Home Remote System With Three Round LED on page 153 or Universal Home Remote System With One...

Page 166: ...everse these steps in order to remove the storage bin If your bin is equipped with the hand size latches do the following 1 Place the storage bin on to the rails in the desired location 2 Push firmly...

Page 167: ...with folding convenience trays located between seats To use each tray lift up on the handle located on its front end while pulling up on the tray to lock it into place There are four cupholders on eac...

Page 168: ...nto the floor attachment and release the lever 5 Pull up on the console to ensure the rear attachment hook is latched Luggage Carrier CAUTION If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that...

Page 169: ...still securely fastened Convenience Net With Rear Convenience Center Your vehicle may have a convenience net The convenience net is designed to help keep small loads from falling out of the vehicle w...

Page 170: ...ier loads Store such loads on the floor of your vehicle as far forward as you can When not in use it is recommended that you take down the convenience net to extend the life of the net and to help ret...

Page 171: ...into the correct position in the vehicle 2 Make sure that the convenience center is empty and closed 3 Lift the convenience center up and into the rear of the vehicle 4 Slide the convenience center i...

Page 172: ...NOTES 172...

Page 173: ...ightness 191 Interior Lamps Control 191 Dome Lamp 192 Entry Lighting 192 Delayed Lighting 192 Exit Lighting 193 Front Reading Lamps 193 Rear Reading Lamps 193 Cargo Lamp 194 Electric Power Management...

Page 174: ...em Warning Light 220 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 221 Traction Control System TCS Warning Light 221 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 222 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 222 Oil Pressure Light 226 Se...

Page 175: ...tem Option B Uplevel 308 Rear Seat Audio RSA Option A Uplevel 325 Rear Seat Audio RSA Option B Uplevel 328 Mobile Digital Media System 330 Theft Deterrent Feature 352 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 353...

Page 176: ...Instrument Panel Overview 176...

Page 177: ...nger Airbag Status And Passenger Seatbelt Reminder Indicator See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 217 and Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 216 I Audio System See Audio System s on...

Page 178: ...hat position your key is in and even if the key is not in the ignition switch Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers...

Page 179: ...ilt the wheel hold the wheel and pull the lever Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left sid...

Page 180: ...tomatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold i...

Page 181: ...the signal on for more than 3 4 mile 1 2 km turn off the signal and then turn it back on Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the turn signal multifu...

Page 182: ...he delay settings For high speed wiping turn the band further to the second solid band past the delay settings To stop the wipers move the band to off 1 High Speed For high speed wiping turn the band...

Page 183: ...or the rear window washer wiper are located on the end of the turn signal multifunction lever 9 Off Move the lever to this position to turn the rear washers wipers off Z Rear Wiper Move the lever to t...

Page 184: ...roads The cruise control lever is located below the windshield wiper control on the right side of the steering wheel Q RES Resume Accelerate Push the lever up to resume the cruise control speed or to...

Page 185: ...n Control System TCS on page 365 When road conditions allow the cruise control can be used again Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you mi...

Page 186: ...ontrol does not need to be reset Once the vehicle is traveling approximately 25 mph 40 km h or more the cruise control lever can be pushed upward toward the plus resume accelerate position to return t...

Page 187: ...d up approximately one mph 1 6 km h The acceleration feature will only work after the cruise control speed has been set by pushing the cruise control lever down to the set position Reducing Speed Whil...

Page 188: ...ancel a cruise control session pull the cruise control lever forward or step lightly on the brake pedal Doing either of these things will only end the current cruise control session but the set speed...

Page 189: ...isted lamps and lights Wiper Activated Headlamps This feature if equipped will automatically activate the headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for about 30 seconds...

Page 190: ...parking and turn signal lamps will be on Your instrument panel will not be lit up When it is dark enough outside the exterior lamps will come on automatically When it is bright enough outside the exte...

Page 191: ...on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column R Interior Lamp Override Turn the outer knob to this position to have your interior lamps remain off while any door is open 1 Door Turn the o...

Page 192: ...ps will stay on while any door or the liftgate is open and slowly fade out when all doors and the liftgate are closed The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all doors have been clos...

Page 193: ...closed if they have not been locked See Delayed Lighting on page 192 To turn the exit lighting feature off or on see DIC Vehicle Personalization Uplevel Only on page 257 Front Reading Lamps There are...

Page 194: ...is is true for all vehicles This is because the generator alternator may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads A high electrical lo...

Page 195: ...nterior lamps to the door or override position and then to on again if the interior lamp control is in the on position If your vehicle has less than 15 miles 25 km on the odometer the battery saver wi...

Page 196: ...ect the distance to the object The URPA display is located inside the vehicle near the rear window It has three color coded lights used to provide distance and system information to the driver CAUTION...

Page 197: ...vehicle is moving in REVERSE R at a speed greater than 3 mph 5 km h the red light will flash to remind you that the system does not work at speed greater than 3 mph 5 km h If an object is detected at...

Page 198: ...at least 15 mph 25 km h without any obstructions behind the vehicle Accessory Power Outlet s Your vehicle may be equipped with a front accessory power outlet located below the climate controls on the...

Page 199: ...e equipment Notice Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are des...

Page 200: ...se the lighter located on the instrument panel below the climate controls push it in all the way and let go When it is ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while...

Page 201: ...lets then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets...

Page 202: ...ps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down It also helps the system to operate more efficiently The air conditioning system removes moisture from the air so you may sometimes notice...

Page 203: ...outlets In this mode the system will automatically run the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defrost mod...

Page 204: ...o change the current mode select one of the following MAX A C Maximum Air Conditioning Turn the right knob to this position for maximum air conditioning This will select air conditioning and recircula...

Page 205: ...ange in engine performance when the air conditioning compressor shuts off and turns on again This is normal The system is designed to make adjustments to help with fuel economy while still maintaining...

Page 206: ...In this mode the system will automatically run the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defrost mode Do not...

Page 207: ...GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively Re...

Page 208: ...limate control is in AUX and the rear climate control fan or temperature button is pressed the display will show the same airflow modes as the front climate control system See Dual Climate Control Sys...

Page 209: ...a temperature scale will appear in the display The arrows indicate that to increase or decrease temperature you need to press either the left or right arrow button The displayed arrows and temperature...

Page 210: ...ow the rear passengers to adjust the temperature and airflow to the rear seating area Your vehicle may also have a rear climate control system that allows the rear passengers to adjust the temperature...

Page 211: ...n screen display will disappear after a few seconds Pressing this button a third time will turn off the on screen display QR Press the up and down arrows to toggle between the fan and temperature sett...

Page 212: ...on the left of the inner access panel to the right 3 The first air filter will pull straight out To remove the second reach in and slide it toward the opening Pull the second filter out 4 Replace the...

Page 213: ...our vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with...

Page 214: ...o let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going how much fuel you are using and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically The indicat...

Page 215: ...driven since you last reset it For more information see DIC Operation and Displays on page 230 Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Safety Belt Reminder L...

Page 216: ...senger airbag is enabled If the passenger s safety belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel which...

Page 217: ...you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has the passenger...

Page 218: ...close to the inflating airbag Do not use a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat if the airbag is turned on Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing c...

Page 219: ...have the vehicle serviced promptly because an adult size person sitting in the right front passenger seat may not have the protection of an airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 216 Charging Syste...

Page 220: ...ht should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the light comes on while you are driv...

Page 221: ...le you are driving the ABS needs service and you do not have anti lock brakes Traction Control System TCS Warning Light Your vehicle is equipped with a traction control system warning light The tracti...

Page 222: ...ur vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 433 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle has a computer which monitors operation of the fuel...

Page 223: ...to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications o...

Page 224: ...still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the fol...

Page 225: ...ions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspectio...

Page 226: ...o out when you turn the ignition on If it does not come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away If you are idling at a stop sign the light may bli...

Page 227: ...ht comes on whenever you set your cruise control The light will go out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control on page 184 for more information Highbeam On Light This light will come...

Page 228: ...mp shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage reads For example the gage read half full but it took more or less than half of the tank s capacity...

Page 229: ...ay if equipped It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected In addition the DIC displays phone numbers that are called using the OnStar system if equipped See OnStar System on pag...

Page 230: ...f the DIC r Set Reset Press this button to set or reset certain functions and to turn off or acknowledge messages on the DIC q Menu Press this button to display the units language personalization if e...

Page 231: ...mph 5 km h this function will set the trip odometer to the distance driven during the previous ignition cycle plus the distance driven during the current ignition cycle Press and hold the set reset bu...

Page 232: ...change For example if driving in traffic and making frequent stops this mode may read one number but if the vehicle is driven on a freeway the number may change even though the same amount of fuel is...

Page 233: ...tem will alert you to change your oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions When the remaining oil life is low the CHANGE OIL SOON message will appear on the display You should change...

Page 234: ...ntil PERSONAL PROGRAM displays Your vehicle may have personalization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two drivers Your vehicle may also have cus...

Page 235: ...he direction the vehicle is moving will be displayed in the top right corner of the DIC display Compass Calibration Under certain circumstances such as during a long distance cross country trip it wil...

Page 236: ...he menu button to advance to the COMPASS CALIBRATION screen 5 To start the compass calibration press and hold the set reset button until CALIBRATION BEGUN DRIVE UNTIL DONE appears in the DIC display 6...

Page 237: ...se they are more urgent These messages require action before they can be cleared If there are any active warning messages when the vehicle is turned off two chimes sound and the DIC goes into a remind...

Page 238: ...if the message has been acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message re appears when the engine is turned on If this message cont...

Page 239: ...dition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message re appears when the engine is turned on CHARGING SYSTEM FAILURE This message displays when there is a proble...

Page 240: ...two seconds if the message has been acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message re appears when the engine is turned on DELAYED...

Page 241: ...off If the condition still exists the message re appears when the engine is turned on DRIVER S REAR DOOR AJAR This message displays when the driver s side rear door is not closed properly When this me...

Page 242: ...on page 222 for more information To avoid added strain on the engine turn off the air conditioner if it is on When the coolant temperature returns to normal the air conditioner can be turned back on...

Page 243: ...f the message has been acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message re appears when the engine is turned on HOOD AJAR If your veh...

Page 244: ...d on KEY IN IGNITION This message displays and a chime sounds continuously when the driver s door is open and the key is in ACCESSORY or LOCK This message cannot be acknowledged This message disappear...

Page 245: ...e condition still exists the message re appears when the engine is turned on LIFT GATE AJAR This message displays when the liftgate is not closed completely Make sure that the liftgate is closed compl...

Page 246: ...the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message re appears when the engine is turned on LOW FUEL This message displays when your vehicle is low on f...

Page 247: ...ARKING BRAKE ON This message displays to alert the driver when the vehicle s parking brake is on the ignition is in RUN and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h Release the parking brake bef...

Page 248: ...en the engine is turned off It also re displays for two seconds if the message has been acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the mess...

Page 249: ...e on REDUCED ENGINE POWER This message displays when the vehicle s engine power is reduced This happens when driving conditions such as climbing a steep hill make the transaxle overwork in a gear that...

Page 250: ...the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message re appears when the engine is turned on REMOTE START DISABLED If your vehicle has the remote start fe...

Page 251: ...ys for two seconds if the message has been acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message re appears when the engine is turned on R...

Page 252: ...ndition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message re appears when the engine is turned on SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays along with the airbag readine...

Page 253: ...d off If the condition still exists the message re appears when the engine is turned on SERVICE PARK LAMPS This message displays when there is a problem with the park lamps Check to see if the park la...

Page 254: ...has been acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message re appears when the engine is turned on SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM If your ve...

Page 255: ...L ACTIVE If your vehicle has StabiliTrak this message displays when StabiliTrak is actively assisting you with directional control of the vehicle Slippery road conditions may exist when this message i...

Page 256: ...essage is displayed so adjust your driving accordingly See Traction Control System TCS on page 365 for more information This message only displays while the ignition is in RUN and will not disappear u...

Page 257: ...s when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message re appears when the engine is turned on TURN SIGNAL ON This message displays as a reminder to turn off the turn signal if you...

Page 258: ...he following Radio station presets Auto door unlock preferences Remote keyless entry unlock preferences All of the customization and personalization options may not be available on your vehicle Only t...

Page 259: ...ollowing are customization features that allow you to program settings to the vehicle FACTORY DEFAULTS This feature allows you to set all of the customization and personalization features back to thei...

Page 260: ...time the exterior lamps remain on after the key is removed from the ignition or the vehicle is unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter Press the menu button until EXT LIGHT DELAY appears...

Page 261: ...displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature DELAYED LOCKING This feature allows the locking of the vehicle to be delayed until all of the doors have been closed for approximatel...

Page 262: ...ure CONTENT THEFT If your vehicle has the content theft deterrent system once this feature is turned on the system will activate if someone tries to enter the vehicle without using the remote keyless...

Page 263: ...e previous command Choose one of the available settings and press the menu button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature REMOTE START If your vehicle has remote...

Page 264: ...alization Menu Items The following are personalization features that allow you to program setting for up to two drivers PERSONALIZE KEY If you are using a key that has already been personalized to be...

Page 265: ...be recognized as key 1 2 The key will be programmed to be recognized as key 2 CANCEL default The key will not be programmed RADIO STATIONS PERSONALIZED This screen displays only if YES was selected f...

Page 266: ...or the key is taken out of the ignition Choose one of the available settings and press the menu button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature AUTO UNLOCK ON This...

Page 267: ...Choose one of the available settings and press the menu button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it The DIC will then display PRESS UNLOCK SWITCH ON KEY FOB Press the unlock button on the rem...

Page 268: ...f the vehicle has them CAUTION This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash a...

Page 269: ...additional equipment is added to your vehicle the chimes may not work Make sure that replacement or additional equipment is compatible with your vehicle before installing it See Accessories and Modif...

Page 270: ...h traffic announcements This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrec...

Page 271: ...op Knob Power Volume Press this knob to turn the system on and off Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or to decrease the volume 4 Information For RDS press this button to change...

Page 272: ...n FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The display shows the selection O e Tune Turn this knob to select radio stations t SEEK u Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous...

Page 273: ...Midrange Press this knob to select BASS MIDRANGE or TREBLE Turn the knob to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or has static decrease the treble To adjust the bass midrange and treble to th...

Page 274: ...isplayed AUDIO SETTINGS CENTERED appears on the display Finding a Category Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired category perform the following 1 Press the CAT category button The last selec...

Page 275: ...ning If both category and TRAF traffic are on the radio scans for stations with the selected category and traffic announcements BAND AF Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to swit...

Page 276: ...rs from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing this button You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different station...

Page 277: ...ay into the slot label side up The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it stays in the player When the ignition or radio i...

Page 278: ...CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section O e Tune Turn this knob...

Page 279: ...nition or radio off Playing a CD s Six Disc CD Player If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it stays in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD starts playin...

Page 280: ...r use only CDs in good condition without any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If an error appears on the display see...

Page 281: ...ep will sound and EJECT ALL DISCS appears on the display 2 When REMOVE DISC appears on the display the CD ejects and can be removed To stop ejecting the CDs press the load or the eject button If the C...

Page 282: ...nd release this button until REPEAT ONE DISC appears on the display To turn off repeated play press and release the RPT button until REPEAT OFF appears on the display t SEEK u Press the left arrow to...

Page 283: ...information on how to play an MP3 CD R disc see Using an MP3 on page 285 later in this section Using R Song List Mode Single CD MP3 and Six Disc CD This feature is capable of saving 20 track selectio...

Page 284: ...r a track has been deleted the remaining tracks are moved up the list When another track is added to the song list the track is added to the end of the list To delete the entire song list perform the...

Page 285: ...an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Using an MP3 MP3 CD R Disc MP3 Format If you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal computer Make sure the MP3 fil...

Page 286: ...more than the maximum of 50 folders 50 playlists 10 sessions and 255 files the player lets you access and navigate up to the maximum but all items over the maximum cannot be accessed Root Directory T...

Page 287: ...ins from the first track in the first playlist and continues sequentially through all tracks in each playlist When the last track of the last playlist has played play continues from the first track of...

Page 288: ...side up The player pulls it in and READING appears on the display The CD should begin playing and the CD symbol appears on the display If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it...

Page 289: ...CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section O e Tune Turn this knob to go to the next or previo...

Page 290: ...s button again to turn the sound on This button is not available on the Radio with Six Disc CD t SEEK u Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than 10 seconds have played...

Page 291: ...pen area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disap...

Page 292: ...iver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced che...

Page 293: ...ones if included and a remote control Parental Control rj Parental Control This button is located behind the video screen below the auxiliary jacks Press this button while using RSA or when a DVD or C...

Page 294: ...n for more information Switch the headphones to OFF when not in use The headphones will shut off automatically to save the battery power if the RSE system is shut off or if the headphones are out of r...

Page 295: ...A batteries in the compartment Make sure that they are installed correctly using the diagram on the inside of the battery compartment 3 Tighten the screw on the battery compartment door If the headpho...

Page 296: ...iliary audio and video inputs connect an external auxiliary device such as a camcorder to the RCA jacks and turn on both the auxiliary device power and the power on the front of the RSE player If a di...

Page 297: ...the radio The audio from the RSE system can be heard through the wireless headphones and the vehicles speakers at the same time The volume on the radio may vary when switching between the radio CD DVD...

Page 298: ...ROM with MP3 media are supported by this DVD player DVD R DVD RW and copy protected CDs may or may not be supported by the DVD player The DVD player does not support DVD RAM DVD ROM DVD R DVD R W and...

Page 299: ...B Uplevel on page 210 for more information When a DVD is playing in the DVD player and the RSA system is on the stop eject and play pause buttons are the only buttons that will work Playing a Disc To...

Page 300: ...but not removed the DVD player will reload the disc after a short period of time Remote Control The RSE system will include a remote control batteries are included To use the remote control aim it at...

Page 301: ...r Press this button to select the choice that is highlighted in any menu z Display Control Button Press this button to open the RSE On Screen Display OSD menus to adjust the color tint brightness cont...

Page 302: ...or stop button This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews e Sound Press this button to display the current audio track Each press will move the DVD to t...

Page 303: ...nguage selection will apply to all future DVDs To use the RSE OSD menu when using a CD or an MP3 do the following Make sure that a CD or an MP3 is loaded in the RSE system and that the system is not i...

Page 304: ...eries The volume on the headphones could be too low adjust the volume Problem Recommended Action No sound Wired Headphones Make sure the wired headphones are plugged in Adjust the volume If RSA is on...

Page 305: ...e face of the DVD unit The batteries could be weak or put in wrong The parental control button might have been pressed the power indicator lights will flash Problem Recommended Action How do I get sub...

Page 306: ...not attempt to force or remove the disc from the player If the problem persists return to your GM dealer for further assistance I lost the remote control and or the headphones Contact your GM dealer f...

Page 307: ...video screen Disc Format Error This message will be displayed if a disc is inserted upside down if the disc is not readable or if the disc format is not compatible Disc Play Error This message will be...

Page 308: ...result Rear Seat Entertainment System Option B Uplevel Your vehicle may have this type of DVD Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system If it has this feature it will include a DVD player a video display sc...

Page 309: ...stored in a cool dry place Wireless Headphones The RSE system may include two sets of wireless headphones batteries may be included with the headphone sets The wireless headphones have an ON OFF switc...

Page 310: ...cessary to replace the complete headphone set The headphone replacement foam ear pads can be ordered in pairs See your dealer for more information Battery Replacement To change the batteries do the fo...

Page 311: ...disappears The wired headphones work as follows DVD on RSA off The wired headphones will play RSE audio DVD off RSA on The wired headphones will play RSA audio DVD on RSA on The wired headphones will...

Page 312: ...ices can be heard through the following sources Vehicle Speakers Wireless Headphones Wired Headphones not included Vehicle Speakers Only one audio source can be heard through the vehicle s speakers at...

Page 313: ...ons on the DVD player and or by the buttons on the remote control See Remote Control later in this section for more information The RSE system DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriat...

Page 314: ...me When a DVD is playing in the DVD player and the RSA system is on the stop eject and play pause buttons are the only buttons that will work RSA SRC Rear Seat Audio Source Press this button to switch...

Page 315: ...ntrol Press this button to open the RSE On Screen Display OSD menus to adjust the color tint brightness contrast and display modes Playing a Disc To play a disc gently insert the disc with the label s...

Page 316: ...ved the DVD player will reload the disc after a short period of time Remote Control The RSE system includes a remote control batteries may be included with the remote control To use the remote control...

Page 317: ...r Press this button to select the choice that is highlighted in any menu z Display Control Button Press this button to open the RSE On Screen Display OSD menus to adjust the color tint brightness cont...

Page 318: ...he DVD and CD To stop fast forwarding press the play or stop button This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews e Sound Press this button to display the...

Page 319: ...s in the setup menus If a feature is not supported the defaults will be provided by the DVD media To exit this menu press the display button or the return button on the remote control or faceplate if...

Page 320: ...or a long period of time remove the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem Recommended Action No power The ignition may not be in ACCESSORY RUN or RAP Disc...

Page 321: ...or this operation Problem Recommended Action The picture does not fill the screen There are black borders on the top and bottom or on both sides or it looks stretched out Video mode may not be correct...

Page 322: ...scratched Try cleaning the disc Problem Recommended Action The fast forward fast reverse previous and next functions do not work Some commands that do one thing for DVDs will not always work or perfor...

Page 323: ...F 60 C could damage the DVD system Operate the DVD system under normal or comfortable cabin temperature ranges See your dealer if the problem persists Problem Recommended Action The wireless headphone...

Page 324: ...play or eject a disc that is not in the player X A white X is displayed in the upper left corner of the video screen if the operation that has been selected is not currently available DVD Distortion...

Page 325: ...the volume for each set of headphones The front seat audio controls always have priority over the RSA controls If the front seat passengers switch the source for the main radio to a remote source the...

Page 326: ...seat passengers are listening to the radio When a CD is playing press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track or to the previous track Press the right arrow to go to the next track on...

Page 327: ...d behind the video screen below the auxiliary jacks Press this button while using RSA or when a DVD or CD is playing to blank the video screen and to mute the audio The power indicator lights on the D...

Page 328: ...me for each set of headphones The front seat audio controls always have priority over the RSA controls If the front seat passengers switch the source for the main radio to a remote source the RSA will...

Page 329: ...tuner or XM Satellite Radio Service to seek down Press this button while sourcing the single CD player or the six disc CD player to go to the previous track Right Arrow Press this button while in AM F...

Page 330: ...ents that make up the complete Digital Media system Digital Media Player The digital media player is contained in an overhead console It is attached to the vehicle s overhead rail system located behin...

Page 331: ...o games being played While playing a game press the buttons on the controller to send commands to the game being played DMS Digital Media Storage Cartridge The DMS cartridge is a palm sized 40GB porta...

Page 332: ...e The system is compatible with home computers that support USB communication Microsoft Windows 98 SR2 and higher The USB 2 0 cradle is also backward compatible for computers equipped with USB 1 1 Pha...

Page 333: ...in a browsing category Browse the music collection by artist album genre or custom playlist as the system uses the voice mode to announce these selections See Using the GM Mobile Digital Media System...

Page 334: ...vehicles without OnStar Press the mute button to silence the system press and release this button once again to turn the sound back on Using GM Mobile Digital Media System for Front Seat Audio Entert...

Page 335: ...Modes Starting the System for Front Seat Entertainment The GM Mobile Digital Media system is available through the DMS mode of your radio This system will power on and off automatically and resume wh...

Page 336: ...st the GM Mobile Digital Media system is currently playing The tune knob is used to change the song within the current category For example while in a playlist Playlist Mode turning the tune knob to t...

Page 337: ...Within a Browse Mode Each browse mode contains lists of songs For example Genre mode might contain a list of Classical songs a list of Rock songs and a list of Country songs Once the audio system is...

Page 338: ...is button again to stop on a song list title The Digital Media system will announce the following in each mode Mode 1 Album Mode Album names are announced Mode 2 Artist Mode Artist names are announced...

Page 339: ...ontrols on the DVD player itself can be used to make the selections Starting the System for Rear Seat Entertainment The GM Mobile Digital Media system is available through the auxiliary mode of the DV...

Page 340: ...up or down the list of items Press the right directional arrow G to go further into the selected item or press the left directional arrow C to go back one menu level r Enter Select For the GM Mobile...

Page 341: ...on Press this button while an option is in the play mode to pause it Press it again to continue playback of the current option DVD Remote Control Batteries If the remote control does not seem to be wo...

Page 342: ...ist or genre See Navigating the On Screen Menus Using the DVD Remote Control earlier in this section for more information 3 Press the select button E on the remote control to begin playing an album ar...

Page 343: ...on for more information Video Browsing Browse digital videos stored on the system through the menu display MPEG format is supported so you can play back recorded shows and movies from television home...

Page 344: ...igating the On Screen Menus Using the DVD Remote Control earlier in this section for more information 3 If you want to find a particular video press the right directional arrow G on the remote control...

Page 345: ...the system through the menu display Video games are preloaded on the DMS cartridge and played with rich screen graphics and the included wireless game controller 1 Select the Games option through the...

Page 346: ...more information on how to unlock games Wireless Game Controller A Start Button B Start Light C Select Button D Select Light E Left Thumbstick F Left Rockerpad G Right Thumbstick The wireless game co...

Page 347: ...built in power saving mode to conserve battery life When not in use the game controller will automatically go into Sleep mode The game controller can be awakened at any time by pressing the Start but...

Page 348: ...ions with extremely high temperatures such as on a car dashboard or in the rear window where it will be subject to direct sunlight Do not drop the DMS cartridge or subject it to a violent shock Do not...

Page 349: ...Fully insert the DMS cartridge The RSE screen displays DMS MEDIA LOADING The system is still booting Please wait up to 15 seconds for the system to boot and then switch back to digital media mode The...

Page 350: ...en reprogramming is complete the lights will turn off and stay off The system will be ready to use No Sound Adjust the volume of the head unit Make sure the head unit has the Digital Media player as t...

Page 351: ...rtant as software is updated frequently See PhatNoise Music Manager manual Sometimes a heavily fragmented cartridge can skip due to increased seek times Defragment the cartridge for best performance S...

Page 352: ...ll 1 877 GM PHATN 877 467 4286 or contact the Customer Assistance Center through the internet at gmmobilemediasupportgedas com For customer assistance in Canada see the Customer Assistance Offices in...

Page 353: ...to the previous or next track if more than eight seconds have played If either arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD BAND Press thi...

Page 354: ...Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on your radio FM Stereo FM stereo will give the best sound but F...

Page 355: ...the edge Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it this could damage the surface Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of the CD and DVD...

Page 356: ...radio is used to adjust the vehicle s chime level To change the volume level of the chime press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The volume level will change from th...

Page 357: ...371 Loss of Control 373 Driving at Night 374 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 375 City Driving 379 Freeway Driving 380 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 381 Highway Hypnosis 382 Hill and Mountain Roads 38...

Page 358: ...pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common A...

Page 359: ...tes nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medi...

Page 360: ...drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means...

Page 361: ...answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collis...

Page 362: ...t you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But...

Page 363: ...ngine 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 Adding...

Page 364: ...one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make...

Page 365: ...ven the very best braking Traction Control System TCS Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates i...

Page 366: ...s leave the system on But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is...

Page 367: ...ltiple turns in the first two miles of driving your vehicle should be taken in for service The STABILITY CONTROL ACTIVE message will appear on the DIC only when the system is both on and activated It...

Page 368: ...TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE message will be displayed In the limited mode the traction control system will only use engine traction control and is limited in its ability to provide optimal performance si...

Page 369: ...e factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly apply the brakes Both control systems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road...

Page 370: ...s you cannot there is not room That is the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking on page...

Page 371: ...r on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on...

Page 372: ...dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity If other vehicles are lined up to pass a slow vehi...

Page 373: ...tion control system helps avoid only the acceleration skid If your traction control system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your v...

Page 374: ...ace and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at nig...

Page 375: ...ects Just as the headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not e...

Page 376: ...n they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They may not work as well in a quic...

Page 377: ...If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just is...

Page 378: ...d drown Do not ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parkin...

Page 379: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy Se...

Page 380: ...nce there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect t...

Page 381: ...do not plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintain...

Page 382: ...re are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequentl...

Page 383: ...wn hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift do...

Page 384: ...a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be su...

Page 385: ...stem off if you ever need to You should turn the traction system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 388 Even if yo...

Page 386: ...oads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard...

Page 387: ...base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the v...

Page 388: ...he wheels but you do not want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your vehicle s tires spin at...

Page 389: ...t get your vehicle out after a few tries it may need to be towed out If your vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 394 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how...

Page 390: ...ures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 459 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 466 There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification Tire label It...

Page 391: ...ilable cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine h...

Page 392: ...pacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label...

Page 393: ...o to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAW...

Page 394: ...down unless you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 544 If...

Page 395: ...Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you ll want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 381 Dinghy Towing Your vehicle was not d...

Page 396: ...not change your weight ratings Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when...

Page 397: ...ter loads generating extra heat The trailer also adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points Th...

Page 398: ...ated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtrac...

Page 399: ...so reduce the trailer weight your vehicle can tow And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle o...

Page 400: ...5 times as much The weight at the rear axle could be 850 lbs 386 kg X 1 5 1 275 lbs 578 kg Since the rear axle already weighs 2 700 lbs 1 225 kg adding 1 275 lbs 578 kg brings the total to 3 975 lbs 1...

Page 401: ...ehicle and trailer Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires You will find these numbers on the Certification Tire label at the r...

Page 402: ...aching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer we...

Page 403: ...he rear or another opening drive with your front main heating or cooling system on and with the fan on any speed This will bring fresh outside air into your vehicle Do not use the climate control sett...

Page 404: ...ns Passing You will need more passing distance up ahead when you are towing a trailer And because you are a good deal longer you will need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can r...

Page 405: ...ou might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well If you are towing a trailer that weighs more than 1 000 lbs 450 kg you may prefer to drive in THIRD 3 instead o...

Page 406: ...the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid engine oil belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is cov...

Page 407: ...Oil 421 Engine Oil Life System 424 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 426 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 427 Engine Coolant 430 Radiator Pressure Cap 433 Engine Overheating 433 Overheated Engine Protection Operati...

Page 408: ...Tire 485 Secondary Latch System 491 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 493 Compact Spare Tire 496 Appearance Care 497 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 497 Fabric Carpet 498 Leather 499 Instrum...

Page 409: ...Headlamp Wiring 507 Windshield Wiper Fuses 507 Power Windows and Other Power Options 507 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 508 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 508 Underhood Fuse Block 510 Capacities and Specifi...

Page 410: ...nd safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like anti lock brakes traction control and stability con...

Page 411: ...o service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be s...

Page 412: ...d maintain optimum vehicle performance GM recommends the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or hi...

Page 413: ...ined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain a...

Page 414: ...ne enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT General Motors recommends against the use of such g...

Page 415: ...refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle This is against the law in some places Keep children aw...

Page 416: ...it a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Washing Your Vehicle on page 501 When replacing the fuel cap turn i...

Page 417: ...mp on page 222 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor...

Page 418: ...clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer...

Page 419: ...ts storage clip The hood prop may be hot due to increased engine temperatures under the hood so be careful when handling it Use your hood prop sleeve when handling the hood prop 5 Put the end of the h...

Page 420: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3 9L V6 engine here is what you will see 420...

Page 421: ...nder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 443 J Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 426 K Engine Coolant Recovery Tank See Cooling System on page 436 Engine Oil C...

Page 422: ...and Specifications on page 514 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could...

Page 423: ...M6094M SAE 5W 30 As shown in the viscosity chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50...

Page 424: ...ngine protection Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and...

Page 425: ...oil life remaining 3 Turn the key to LOCK If the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used O...

Page 426: ...er filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required Do not use compressed air to cle...

Page 427: ...ir cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Auto...

Page 428: ...have been driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C At high speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid sh...

Page 429: ...he Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 530 If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the le...

Page 430: ...ection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning messages and gages work as they should Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may...

Page 431: ...water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mi...

Page 432: ...rk or a little higher The full cold mark is a line with an arrow pointing down at it located on the front of the coolant recovery tank Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL c...

Page 433: ...adiator cap on your vehicle is a pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the cap is properly closed See Engine Compa...

Page 434: ...the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 435 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving w...

Page 435: ...o see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode later in this section You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode This emergenc...

Page 436: ...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 recovery tank is boiling do not do anything else unti...

Page 437: ...is overheating both fans should be running If they are not your vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheated Engi...

Page 438: ...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...

Page 439: ...you ever have to turn the pressure cap How to Add Coolant to the Radiator Notice Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat...

Page 440: ...xture 4 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment 5 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling...

Page 441: ...ent on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 420 for reservoir location When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering f...

Page 442: ...add fluid What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 530 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage ho...

Page 443: ...nt antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overv...

Page 444: ...Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system When your brake fluid falls to a low level your brake warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light on page 220 What t...

Page 445: ...new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly CAUTION The brake wear warning sound means that soo...

Page 446: ...f the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear...

Page 447: ...chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the bl...

Page 448: ...not be covered by your warranty Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a ne...

Page 449: ...the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminal locations on each vehicle You will not need to access your battery for jump starting Your vehicle has a remote positive jump...

Page 450: ...r and 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 do no...

Page 451: ...ng until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead...

Page 452: ...or Remote Positive Terminal and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negativ...

Page 453: ...in 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 fol...

Page 454: ...way from the vehicle 5 Disconnect the socket wiring harness connector from the headlamp assembly 6 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove from the assembly 7 To replace a headlamp bulb discon...

Page 455: ...mbly 3 Pull the old bulb out from the bulb socket 4 Replace with a new bulb 5 Reinstall the bulb socket by inserting into the bulb assembly and turning it clockwise to secure 6 Reverse the steps to re...

Page 456: ...5 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove 6 Replace the bulb by pulling the old bulb out of the socket and gently pushing in a new bulb 7 Replace the bulb socket by inserting and turning clock...

Page 457: ...socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Install the new bulb 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number...

Page 458: ...and turn the blade until it is facing away from the windshield 2 Squeeze the tabs B on each side of the wiper blade assembly to remove the wiper arm A from the blade C Allowing the wiper blade arm to...

Page 459: ...an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 389 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cau...

Page 460: ...tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C DOT Department of Transportation The Department...

Page 461: ...um Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load A Temporary Use Only The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of...

Page 462: ...tire pressure and inflation see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 466 F Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service descriptio...

Page 463: ...o carry The load index can range from 1 to 279 The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Speed ratings range from A to Z Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure T...

Page 464: ...Loading Your Vehicle on page 389 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle See Loading Your Vehicle on page 389 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle See Loading Your Vehicle...

Page 465: ...facturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 466 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 389 Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the p...

Page 466: ...weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle s capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Tire...

Page 467: ...formation regarding the compact spare tire see Compact Spare Tire on page 496 How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflate...

Page 468: ...25 60R17 size tires they will require inflation pressure adjustment when driving your vehicle at speeds of 100 mph 160 km h or higher Set the cold inflation pressure to the maximum inflation pressure...

Page 469: ...ere Do not 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...

Page 470: ...uying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for your vehicle The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle when it was new were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performanc...

Page 471: ...d for use on your vehicle See Compact Spare Tire on page 496 CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or whee...

Page 472: ...electronic stability control the performance of these systems can be affected CAUTION If you add different sized wheels your vehicle may not provide an acceptable level of performance and safety if t...

Page 473: ...safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under con...

Page 474: ...dup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overal...

Page 475: ...n which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedomete...

Page 476: ...hicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires Ac...

Page 477: ...system do the following 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 2 Attach the appropriate nozzle adapter if required to the end of the hose that has the pressure gage 3 Attach that end of the hose to...

Page 478: ...ty Run the inflator for short periods of time only After running the accessory inflator for 30 minutes wait at least 10 minutes before restarting the accessory inflator To turn off the inflator do the...

Page 479: ...d and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to...

Page 480: ...ge your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while t...

Page 481: ...will tell you next how to use the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The tools needed to remove the spare tire are located in the storage compartment at the rear of the vehicle o...

Page 482: ...Bag and Tools 4 Remove the jack A and jacking tools E by loosening and then removing the wing nut D and bracket C 5 Separate the plastic pouch from the jack and remove the jacking tools including the...

Page 483: ...Wrench 1 Attach the folding wrench F to the extension E and insert the chisel end on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft A 2 Turn the folding wrench counterclockwise...

Page 484: ...Tools on page 493 for more information 4 Remove the compact spare tire from the cable If the compact spare tire will not lower check under the vehicle to see if the tire is hanging loose and the cable...

Page 485: ...aps with the wheel wrench in a counterclockwise direction If needed you can finish loosening with your fingers The plastic nut caps will not come off Use the flat end of the wheel wrench and pry along...

Page 486: ...pact wrench to remove the wheel nuts if your vehicle has wheel locks Notice If you use a jack to raise the vehicle without positioning it correctly you could damage your vehicle When raising your vehi...

Page 487: ...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 o...

Page 488: ...k head approximately 3 inches 7 6 cm 5 Raise the vehicle by turning the folding wrench clockwise in the jack Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare t...

Page 489: ...paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel CAUT...

Page 490: ...be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specificati...

Page 491: ...repaired or replaced Secondary Latch System Your vehicle may have an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system It is designed to stop a tire from suddenly falling o...

Page 492: ...one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from the spare To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following 1 Place the jack under the vehicle ahead of the r...

Page 493: ...d remove the folding wrench and jack Have the hoist assembly inspected as soon as you can You will not be able to store a spare or flat tire using the hoist assembly until it has been repaired or repl...

Page 494: ...the tire near the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem down 2 Remove the small center cap by tapping the back of the cap with the extension of the shaft if the vehicle has aluminum wheels 3 Slide...

Page 495: ...d then try to turn B the tire If the tire moves use the folding wrench to tighten the cable Storing the Tools A Strap B Bag and Tools C Jack Put back all tools as they were stored in the jack storage...

Page 496: ...re is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have the full size tire repa...

Page 497: ...leaned Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended Use glass cleaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately To...

Page 498: ...20 drops per gallon 3 78 L of water is a good guide Do not heavily saturate your upholstery while cleaning Damage to your vehicle s interior may result from the use of many organic solvents such as na...

Page 499: ...rea gives any impression that a ring formation may result clean the entire surface After the cleaning process has been completed a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or ca...

Page 500: ...an alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the...

Page 501: ...tton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a...

Page 502: ...ng new keep the vehicle in a garage or covered whenever possible Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters w...

Page 503: ...sive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because the surface could be damaged Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice If you drive your vehicl...

Page 504: ...body If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spri...

Page 505: ...e wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and ot...

Page 506: ...labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your vehicle s engine specifications an...

Page 507: ...d will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an...

Page 508: ...e same amperage or use one of the spare fuses in the underhood fuse block Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if...

Page 509: ...Radio DVD Player 5 Interior Lamps 6 OnStar 7 Keyless Entry Module 8 Cluster Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning 9 Cruise Switch 10 Steering Wheel Illumination 11 Power Mirror 12 Stoplamp Turn Lamps 1...

Page 510: ...liding Door Relays Usage 26 Blank 27 Blank 28 Park Lamps Taillamps 29 Retained Accessory Power 30 Rear Defog PLR Fuse Puller Circuit Breakers Usage 31 Power Seats 32 Power Window Underhood Fuse Block...

Page 511: ...Fuses Usage 1 Right High Beam 2 Fuel Pump 3 Diode Fuses Usage BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used 4 Left High Beam 511...

Page 512: ...Solenoid 12 Right Low Beam 13 Anti lock Brake System 14 Powertrain Control Module Ignition 15 Electronic Ignition Fuses Usage 16 Fuel Injector 17 Climate Control RPA Cruise Control 18 Electronic Thro...

Page 513: ...r High 35 Battery Main 3 36 Rear Defogger 37 Battery Main 2 38 Spare Relays Usage RUN RLY Starter LO BEAM Low Beam FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump HORN Horn AC CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch HI BEAM High Beam PWR...

Page 514: ...es English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer for more informa...

Page 515: ...L Extended 25 1 gal 95 0 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 ft lb 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after...

Page 516: ...NOTES 516...

Page 517: ...led Maintenance 520 Additional Required Services 523 Maintenance Footnotes 524 Owner Checks and Services 526 At Each Fuel Fill 526 At Least Once a Month 527 At Least Once a Year 527 Recommended Fluids...

Page 518: ...ry to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenanc...

Page 519: ...its You will find these limits on the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 389 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fue...

Page 520: ...e We recommend the use of genuine GM parts Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes on it means that service is required for your vehicle Have your vehicle serviced as soon as poss...

Page 521: ...revious service performed was Maintenance I Always use Maintenance II whenever the message comes on 10 months or more since the last service or if the message has not come on at all for one year Sched...

Page 522: ...Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades See footnote d Inspect restraint system components...

Page 523: ...000 75 000 120 000 100 000 160 000 125 000 200 000 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See...

Page 524: ...afing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustment b Visually inspect front and r...

Page 525: ...ironment Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak g If you drive regularly under dusty conditions inspect the filter...

Page 526: ...per ones as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 530 At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil lev...

Page 527: ...necessary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 469 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the veh...

Page 528: ...the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to RUN but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort I...

Page 529: ...e 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 vehic...

Page 530: ...Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 430 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equival...

Page 531: ...Door Hinge Liftgate Hinges and Power Sliding Door Cable Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Sliding Door Track Lubriplate Lubricant Aeros...

Page 532: ...e obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15222510 Engine Oil Filter 89017342 PF61 Spark Plugs 12591131 41 100 Windshield Wiper Blades Driver s Side...

Page 533: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 3 9L V6 Engine 533...

Page 534: ...ces performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 518 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 526 can be added on the following record pages You should...

Page 535: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 535...

Page 536: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 536...

Page 537: ...oadside Assistance Program 544 Courtesy Transportation 547 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 550 Collision Damage Repair 551 Reporting Safety Defects 555 Reporting Safety Defects to the...

Page 538: ...ing a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the U S contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 762 2...

Page 539: ...e resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case y...

Page 540: ...entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in approximately 70 days We believe our impartial program offers advantages over court...

Page 541: ...ation and to register your vehicle My GM Canada Canada only My GM Canada is a password protected section of gmcanada com where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use h...

Page 542: ...addressed to United States Customer Assistance Pontiac Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 www Pontiac com 1 800 762 2737 or 1 800 833 7668 For Text Telephone devices TTYs...

Page 543: ...his program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scoot...

Page 544: ...Canada during the Base Warranty coverage period of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty up to a maximum coverage of 100 Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest servic...

Page 545: ...start will be covered at no charge Additional Services for Canadian Customers Trip Routing Service Upon Request Roadside Assistance will send you detailed computer personalized maps highlighting your...

Page 546: ...expense assistance Alternative Service There may be times when Roadside Assistance cannot provide timely assistance your advisor may authorize you to secure local emergency road service and you will b...

Page 547: ...age are towing or services for vehicles operated on a non public roadway or highway fines impound towing caused by a violation of local Municipal State Provincial or Federal law and mounting dismounti...

Page 548: ...ou simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be complet...

Page 549: ...equires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state provincial local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance cove...

Page 550: ...s operated such as data related to engine speed brake application throttle position vehicle speed safety belt usage airbag readiness airbag performance and the severity of a collision If your vehicle...

Page 551: ...information on its operations and data collection Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the prop...

Page 552: ...failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repai...

Page 553: ...to police and other parties involved in the accident Do not discuss your personal condition mental frame of mind or anything unrelated to the accident This will help guard against post accident legal...

Page 554: ...your vehicle If you have a question ask for an explanation Reputable shops welcome this opportunity Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs G...

Page 555: ...ay open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems betwee...

Page 556: ...mation on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service proce...

Page 557: ...Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Fri...

Page 558: ...NOTES 558...

Page 559: ...Equipped Vehicle 96 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 89 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 90 Airbag System cont When Should an Airbag Inflate 87 Where Are the Airbags 85 Antenna Fixed Mast 355 An...

Page 560: ...2 Understanding Radio Reception 354 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 356 Automatic Door Lock 115 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 427 Operation 140 B Battery 447 Electric Power Management 194 Run Down Prote...

Page 561: ...for Children 67 Older Children 55 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 75 Child Restraints cont Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 78 Where to Put the Restraint...

Page 562: ...38 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 543 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 556 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 555 Customer Assistance Information cont Reporting Safety De...

Page 563: ...l System Add On Equipment 507 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 508 Headlamp Wiring 507 Electrical System cont Instrument Panel Fuse Block 508 Power Windows and Other Power Options 507 Underhood Fuse Block 5...

Page 564: ...e Running Lamps 455 Fuel 412 Additives 413 California Fuel 413 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 417 Filling Your Tank 415 Fuel cont Fuels in Foreign Countries 414 Gage 228 Gasoline Octane 412 Gasolin...

Page 565: ...ps 453 Heated Seats 10 Heater 201 204 Highbeam On Light 227 High Speed Operation Tires 468 Highway Hypnosis 382 Hill and Mountain Roads 382 Hood Checking Things Under 418 Release 419 Horn 178 How to U...

Page 566: ...se Control 227 Highbeam On 227 Low Fuel Warning 228 Malfunction Indicator 222 Light cont Oil Pressure 226 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 217 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder 216 Safety Belt Reminder...

Page 567: ...dicator Light 222 Manual Seats 9 Message DIC Warnings and Messages 237 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror 150 Outside Convex Mirror 151 Outside Heated Mirrors 151 Outside Power Mirrors 150 Mobile Digital...

Page 568: ...196 Brake 144 Over Things That Burn 147 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 217 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 211 Passenger Sensing System 91 Passing 371 PASS Key III 133 PASS Key III Operation 133...

Page 569: ...iew Mirrors 150 Reclining Seatbacks 11 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 530 Recreational Vehicle Towing 394 Remote Keyless Entry System 104 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 105 Removing the Flat...

Page 570: ...Are for Everyone 31 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 46 Safety Warnings and Symbols 4 Scheduled Maintenance 520 Seats Bucket Seats Rear 13 Captain Chairs 21 Head Restraints 13 Heated Seats 10 Manual 9 Po...

Page 571: ...Tire Accessory Inflator 476 Compact 496 Installing 485 Removing 481 Storing 493 Specifications Capacities 514 Speedometer 215 StabiliTrak System 367 Starting Your Engine 137 Steering 369 Steering Whe...

Page 572: ...ires cont Different Size 472 High Speed Operation 468 If a Tire Goes Flat 479 Inflation Tire Pressure 466 Inflator Accessory 476 Inspection and Rotation 469 Installing the Spare Tire 485 Removing the...

Page 573: ...179 U Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 196 Understanding Radio Reception 354 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 473 Universal Home Remote System 153 154 Operation 155 160 V Vehicle Control 362 Damage Wa...

Page 574: ...Size 472 Replacement 474 Where to Put the Restraint 66 Windows 128 Power 129 Power Rear Quarter 129 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades Cleaning 502 Washer 182 Washer Fluid 442 Wiper Blade Replaceme...

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