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Before Leaving on a Long Trip

To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having
it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing.

Things to check on your own include:

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Windshield Washer Fluid: Reservoir full?
Windows clean — inside and outside?

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Wiper Blades: In good shape?

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Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: All levels checked?

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Lamps: Do they all work and are lenses clean?

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Tires: Are treads good? Are tires inflated to
recommended pressure?

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Weather and Maps: Safe to travel?
Have up-to-date maps?

Highway Hypnosis

Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings
while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find a
safe place to park your vehicle and rest.

Other driving tips include:

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Keep the vehicle well ventilated.

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Keep interior temperature cool.

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Keep your eyes moving — scan the road ahead
and to the sides.

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Check the rearview mirror and vehicle instruments
often.

Hill and Mountain Roads

Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different
than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving
in these conditions include:

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Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape.

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Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling
system, and transmission.

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Going down steep or long hills, shift to a
lower gear.

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Summary of Contents for 2008 Outlook

Page 1: ...es and Indicators 3 37 Driver Information Center DIC 3 54 Audio System s 3 82 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and the Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 27 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 11 All Wheel Drive 5 43 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Bulb Replacement 5 45 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 48 Tires 5 49 Appearance Care 5 100 Vehicle Identific...

Page 2: ...not be on your specific vehicle Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer retailer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 1 800 551 4123 helminc com Propriétaires Canadiens On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès de concessionnaire ou à l adresse suivante Helm Inc...

Page 3: ...page number where it can be found Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book A box with the word CAUTION is used to tell about things that could hurt you or others if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Cautions tell what the hazard is and what to do to avoid or reduce the hazard Read these cau...

Page 4: ...e notice tells what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words There are also warning labels on the vehicle which 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 describing the operation...

Page 5: ... 42 Child Restraint Systems 1 45 Where to Put the Restraint 1 48 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 49 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 57 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 60 Airbag System 1 64 Where Are the Airbags 1 66 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 69 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 71 How Does an Airbag Restrain 1 71 What Will You Se...

Page 6: ...moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving A Manual Seat Adjustment Bar B Driver Seat Height Adjuster See Seat Height Adjuster on page 1 3 C Manual Reclining Seatback Lever See Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 8 1 2 ...

Page 7: ...ard side of the seat See Manual Seats on page 1 2 for more information To raise the seat move the lever upward repeatedly until the seat is at the desired height To lower the seat move the lever downward repeatedly until the seat is at the desired height Power Seats A Power Seat Adjustment Control B Power Reclining Seatback Control See Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 8 C Power Lumbar Control See Pow...

Page 8: ...of the control up or down Your vehicle may have a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled See Memory Seat and Mirrors on page 1 6 for more information Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature the handle is located on the inboard side of the seatback See Manual Seats on page 1 2 for more information Turn the handle rearward to decrease lumbar support Turn the handl...

Page 9: ...desired level of lumbar support You may need to adjust the lumbar support whenever you change your seating position Heated Seats On vehicles with heated front seats the controls are located on the center console To operate the heated seats the engine must be running I Heated Seatback Press this button to turn on the heated seatback J Heated Seat and Seatback Press this button to turn on the heated...

Page 10: ...Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 5 When the key is inserted into the ignition and the ignition is turned on the heated seat feature will turn off To turn the heated seat feature back on press the desired button Memory Seat and Mirrors Your vehicle may have the memory package The controls for this feature are located on the driver s door panel and are used to program and recall m...

Page 11: ...single beep Using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter to enter your vehicle with the remote recall memory feature on causes automatic seat and mirror adjustment There is no adjustment when the position has not been changed by another seating position or the easy exit feature See MEMORY SEAT RECALL under DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 3 74 for more information To stop recal...

Page 12: ...on With DIC Buttons on page 3 74 for more information Further programming for the memory seat feature can be done using the DIC You can select or cancel the following The automatic easy exit seat feature The remote memory seat recall feature For programming information see DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 3 74 Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks CAUTION You can lose co...

Page 13: ...ted on the outboard side of the seat To recline the seatback do the following 1 Lift the recline lever 2 Move the seatback to the desired position then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to an upright position do the following 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatba...

Page 14: ...n if you buckle up your safety belts cannot do their job when you 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 injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pel...

Page 15: ...ht as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Pull the head restraint up to raise it To lower the head restraint press the release button located on the head restraint post on the top of the seatback while you push the head restraint down 1 11 ...

Page 16: ...or folded and tumbled could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding ...

Page 17: ... its normal seating position 1 Remove objects on the floor behind the second row seat or in the seat tracks on the floor 2 Pull the seatback rearward until it is locked in place 3 Slide the seat rearward by pushing on the seatback until it is locked into place 4 Push down on the rear of the seat cushion until it is locked in place 5 Push and pull on the seatback and seat cushion to make sure they ...

Page 18: ...ull outward on the seat adjustment handle A Slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired position Release the handle and push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked Third Row Seats CAUTION Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded or pushed forward in the entry position could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash Be sure to return the seat to the passenger s...

Page 19: ...i latch using a key in the slot on the mini buckle let the belt retract into the headliner Stow the mini latch in the holder located in the headliner 3 Pull up on the release lever located on the back of the seat The headrest moves forward automatically 4 Push the seatback forward to lay flat 1 15 ...

Page 20: ...ays push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place CAUTION A safety belt that 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 raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properl...

Page 21: ... get misplaced Installing the Third Row Seats 1 Before installing the seat the seatback must be folded forward See Folding the Seatback earlier in this section The seats must be placed in the proper locations for the legs to attach correctly The wider seat must be installed on the driver side and the narrower seat on the passenger side Remove the bolts from the holes in the floor before installing...

Page 22: ...In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passenger s are restrained properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not e...

Page 23: ... 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 safety belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it...

Page 24: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 20 ...

Page 25: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 21 ...

Page 26: ...ing a safety belt or not But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted And you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you are upside down Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag...

Page 27: ... for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and infants If a child will be riding in the vehicle see Older Children on page 1 39 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 42 Follow those rules for everyone s protection It is very important for all occupants to buckle up Statistics show tha...

Page 28: ... the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash 1 24 ...

Page 29: ...oo loose It will not give as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body 1 25 ...

Page 30: ...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 on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs 1 26 ...

Page 31: ... 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 on the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 27 ...

Page 32: ...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 on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 28 ...

Page 33: ...shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 29 ...

Page 34: ...ash you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 30 ...

Page 35: ...oss 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 work properly or ask your dealer retailer to fix it 1 31 ...

Page 36: ...ss you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks 4 Pull up on the latch plate to make s...

Page 37: ... button on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing when the safety belt is not in use The latch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety belt near the guide loop on the side wall Before a door is closed be sure the safety belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the safety be...

Page 38: ...ensioners for the front outboard occupants Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen they are part of the safety belt assembly They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal near frontal or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met And if the vehicle has side impact airbags safety belt pretensioners can he...

Page 39: ...in a storage pocket at the top of the seat under the headrest on the driver s side of the vehicle To access the comfort guide you will first need to move the headrest forward by pulling on the handle behind the seatback The comfort guide will now be accessible Pull the comfort guide out of its storage location and then return the headrest to its upright position The elastic cord on the comfort gui...

Page 40: ...the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 36 ...

Page 41: ...he chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guide squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide Slide the guide into its storage location or on its stora...

Page 42: ...or pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Safety Belt Extender If the safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer retailer will order you an extender When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal in...

Page 43: ...continue If no return to the booster seat Buckle the lap shoulder belt Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder If yes continue If no try using the rear safety belt comfort guide See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 1 32 for more information If the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug ...

Page 44: ...fety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 1 32 According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety bel...

Page 45: ...t properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 41 ...

Page 46: ... and never allow children to play with the safety belts Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people or can be thrown out of the vehicle In addition young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone they need to use a child restraint CAUTI...

Page 47: ...cing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a rear seat If you must secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go 1 43 ...

Page 48: ...ve a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infants need complete support ...

Page 49: ...protected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems A rear facing infant seat A provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a cra...

Page 50: ...t B provides restraint for the child s body with the harness A booster seat C D is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 46 ...

Page 51: ...ion A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacture...

Page 52: ...t in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured...

Page 53: ...crash This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH compatible child restraint is properly installed using the anchors or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with tha...

Page 54: ...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 reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash Your child restraint may have a single tether A or a dual tether C Either will have a single attachment B t...

Page 55: ...raint does not have a top tether one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Ancho...

Page 56: ... the top tether anchor symbol is located on the cover or near the anchor The top tether anchors are located at the bottom rear of the seatback for each seating position in the second row Open the cover to access the anchors Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Second Row Bucket Shown Bench Similar 1 52 ...

Page 57: ...e a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1 48 for additional i...

Page 58: ...han one child restraint to a single anchor Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash attach only one child restraint per anchor CAUTION Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is ...

Page 59: ... the full reclined position Make sure the second row bench seatbacks are aligned at the same angle before placing the child restraint on the seat Make sure the third row bench seatbacks are both upright before placing the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 4 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the child restra...

Page 60: ... has a fixed headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the headrest or head restraint If the position you are using has a fixed headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the headrest or head restraint 3 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 1 56 ...

Page 61: ...res that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow...

Page 62: ...to the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 58 ...

Page 63: ...nt as you tighten the belt 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 49 for more information 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it...

Page 64: ...ver 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 child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child res...

Page 65: ...that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the...

Page 66: ...the buckle until it clicks Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 62 ...

Page 67: ...ehicle and reinstall the child restraint If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the...

Page 68: ... driver and on the instrument panel for the right front passenger With seat mounted side impact airbags the word AIRBAG will appear on the side of the seatback closest to the door With roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG will appear along the headliner or trim Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Even though today s airbags are also designed to help reduce the r...

Page 69: ...d to inflate in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person CAUTION Airbags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Do not sit unnecessarily close to the airbag as you would be if you were sitting on...

Page 70: ...s secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 39 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 42 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 40 for more inform...

Page 71: ...l airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side The seat mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door Driver Side shown Passenger Side similar 1 67 ...

Page 72: ...r even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat mounted side impact airbag Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope...

Page 73: ...ow quickly your vehicle slows down Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds For example If the vehicle hits a stationary object the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the 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 vehicl...

Page 74: ...shold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design Seat mounted side impact airbags are not intended to inflate in frontal impacts near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts Roof rail airbags are not intended to inflate in rear impacts A seat mounted side impact airbag is intended to deploy on the side of the vehicle that is struck Both roof rail airbags will deploy when eit...

Page 75: ...anel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Frontal airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually Seat mounted side impact and roof rail airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occu...

Page 76: ... 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 for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of...

Page 77: ...ing and Privacy on page 7 18 and Event Data Recorders on page 7 18 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer retailer for service Passenger Sensing System Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger s position The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on ...

Page 78: ...r 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 child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forwa...

Page 79: ...ing the child restraint manufacturer s directions and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 1 60 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and ...

Page 80: ...remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers and ask the person to place the seatback in the fully upright position then sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with the person s legs comfortably extended Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes This will allow the syst...

Page 81: ...additional material such as a blanket or cushion or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment other than any that GM has approved for your specific vehicle See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 78 for more inform...

Page 82: ...ey are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Q Is there anything I might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change the vehicle s frame bumper system height fron...

Page 83: ...s See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 73 If you have questions call Customer Assistance The 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 7 2 If the vehicle has rollover roof rail airbags see Different Size Tires and Wheels on page 5 67 for additional important information Q B...

Page 84: ...fety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 39 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 5 103 Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 40 for more information Notice If an airbag covering is damag...

Page 85: ...t assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer retailer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash you may need new LATCH system parts New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt or LATCH system if equipped was not being used at the time of the c...

Page 86: ... NOTES 1 82 ...

Page 87: ...c Immobilizer Operation 2 24 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 25 New Vehicle Break In 2 25 Ignition Positions 2 26 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 27 Starting the Engine 2 27 Engine Coolant Heater 2 29 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 30 Tow Haul Mode 2 33 Parking Brake 2 34 Shifting Into Park 2 35 Shifting Out of Park 2 36 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 37 Engine Exhaust 2 37 Running the V...

Page 88: ...ion With One Triangular LED 2 51 Storage Areas 2 55 Glove Box 2 55 Cupholders 2 55 Instrument Panel Storage 2 55 Center Console Storage 2 56 Second Row Center Console 2 56 Assist Handles 2 57 Floor Mats 2 57 Luggage Carrier 2 58 Rear Seat Armrest 2 58 Convenience Net 2 58 Cargo Cover 2 59 Cargo Tie Downs 2 59 Cargo Management System 2 59 Sunroof 2 60 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

Page 89: ...d if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key can be used for the ignition and all locks The key has a bar coded key tag that the dealer retailer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys Store this information in a safe place not in your vehicle Notice If you ever lock your keys in the vehicle you may have to damage the vehicle to get i...

Page 90: ...nterference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range try this Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Stand ...

Page 91: ... If enabled through the DIC the horn will chirp when Q is pressed again within five seconds of the previous press of the lock button See DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 3 74 for additional information Pressing Q may arm the content theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 22 Unlock Press to unlock the driver s door If is pressed again within five seconds all ...

Page 92: ...s to Your Vehicle Each RKE transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer retailer All transmitters need to be re coded to match the new transmitter The lost transmitter will no longer work after the new transmitters are re coded The vehicle can have a maximum of eight transmitter...

Page 93: ... to a heating or cooling mode depending on the outside temperatures If your vehicle does not have an automatic climate control system the system will turn on at the setting the vehicle was set to when the vehicle was last turned off If your vehicle has an automatic climate control system and heated seats the heated seats will turn on during colder outside temperatures and will shut off when the ke...

Page 94: ...cle starts the parking lamps will turn on and remain on while the vehicle is running 3 If it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been driven repeat these steps while the engine is still running to extend the time by 10 minutes for the engine to continue to run Remote start can be extended one time After entering the vehicle during a remote start insert and turn the key to the ON RUN po...

Page 95: ...o the engine will turn off during a remote start if the coolant temperature gets too high or if the oil pressure gets low Vehicles that have the remote vehicle start feature are shipped from the factory with the remote vehicle start system enabled The system may be enabled or disabled through the DIC if your vehicle has DIC buttons See REMOTE START under DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons ...

Page 96: ...N Continued CAUTION Continued Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening...

Page 97: ...ch twice or the lock button on the RKE transmitter twice will override the delayed locking feature and immediately lock all the doors This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition You can program this feature using the Driver Information Center DIC See DELAY DOOR LOCK under DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 3 74 Programmable Automatic Door Locks Vehicles with an auto...

Page 98: ...o normal operation turn the slot to the vertical position Lockout Protection This feature protects you from locking the key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a front door is open If the driver s side power door lock switch is pressed when the driver s door is open and the key is in the ignition all of the doors will lock and then the driver s door will unlock If the passenger s si...

Page 99: ...tgate disable the power liftgate function See Power Liftgate on page 2 14 If your vehicle has a power liftgate see Power Liftgate on page 2 14 To unlock the liftgate use the power door lock switch or press the door unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter twice See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 5 To open the liftgate press the touchpad on the underside of the...

Page 100: ...eed with the recirculation mode off That will force outside air into your vehicle See Climate Control System in the index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way If your vehicle has a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function See Power Liftgate on page 2 14 Your vehicle may have a power liftgate The vehicle must be...

Page 101: ...page 2 5 for more information Pressing the liftgate button on the center console Pressing the touchpad switch on the outside liftgate handle Pressing the buttons or touchpad switch a second time while the liftgate is moving reverses the direction The liftgate can also be closed by pressing the power liftgate button next to the liftgate latch Press the button a second time during liftgate operation...

Page 102: ...the liftgate will automatically reverse direction to the full closed or open position After removing the obstruction the power liftgate operation can be used again If the liftgate encounters multiple obstacles on the same power cycle the power function will deactivate and you must manually open or close the liftgate The LIFTGATE OPEN warning message in the Driver Information Center DIC will indica...

Page 103: ...wer close button on the liftgate is pressed while power operation is disabled the lights will flash three times but the liftgate will not move It is not recommended that you drive with the liftgate open however if you must drive with the liftgate open the liftgate should be set to manual operation by pressing the OFF switch on the center console The liftgate has an electric latch If the battery is...

Page 104: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 18 ...

Page 105: ...cle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows The power window controls are located on each of the side doors The driver s door also has switches that control the passenger and rear windows The power windows work when the ignition has been turned to ACCESSORY or ON or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is a...

Page 106: ...s up mode can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing or pulling the switch Programming the Power Windows If the battery on your vehicle has been recharged disconnected or replaced windows with the express up feature need to be reprogrammed for this feature to work To program the window 1 With the ignition in the ACCESSORY or ON positions or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active close al...

Page 107: ...ockout feature on or off An indicator light will come on to show the lockout feature is on Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block glare Detach the sun visor from the center mount and slide it along the rod from side to side to cover the driver or passenger side of the front window Swing the sun visor to the side to cover the side window It can be moved along the rod from side to side in this ...

Page 108: ... 30 seconds and then go off The content theft deterrent alarm is not armed until the security light goes off If a locked door is opened without using the key in the driver s door key cylinder or the RKE transmitter a ten second pre alarm will occur The horn will chirp and the lights will flash If the key is not placed in the ignition and turned to START or the door is not unlocked by pressing the ...

Page 109: ...ee if the horn works The horn fuse may be blown To replace the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 111 If the alarm does not sound or the vehicle s headlamps do not flash see your dealer retailer for service PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer The PASS Key III system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device ...

Page 110: ...t system Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not start and the key appears to be not damaged try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 111 If the engine still does not start with the other key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle does start the first key may be faulty See your dealer retailer wh...

Page 111: ...on page 3 64 for additional information Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines If you have all wheel drive keep your speed at 55 mph 88 km h or less fo...

Page 112: ...s then your vehicle needs service ACC ACC ACCESSORY This position allows you to use things like the radio and the windshield wipers while the engine is off This position will also allow you to turn off the engine R ON RUN This is the position that the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the key The switch stays in ON RUN when the engine is running But even when the engine is ...

Page 113: ...be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off Audio System Power Windows Sunroof if equipped Power to the windows and sunroof will work up to 10 minutes or until a door is opened The radio continues to work for 10 minutes or until the driver s door is opened For an additional 10 minutes of operation close all the doors and turn the key to ON RUN and then back to LOCK OFF All th...

Page 114: ...g the key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended can overheat and damage the cranking motor and drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let the cranking motor cool down 2 If the engine does not start after 5 10 seconds especially in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way...

Page 115: ...outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to ...

Page 116: ...e engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P Park See Shifting Into Park on page 2 35 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 31 Make sure the shift lev...

Page 117: ...is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of P Park or N Neutral with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting the vehicle DRIVE D This position is for normal driving It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle If you need more power for passing and y...

Page 118: ...hicle can automatically shift to lower gears as required by various driving conditions This means that all gears below that number are available For example when FOURTH 4 is shown next to the L FIRST 1 through FOURTH 4 gears are automatically shifted by the vehicle You cannot shift into FIFTH 5 until the plus button is used or you shift back into DRIVE D mode While in LOW L the transmission will p...

Page 119: ...hift schedule that uses the engine and the transmission to slow the vehicle This reduces wear on the brakes system and increases control of the vehicle The system constantly monitors the vehicle s speed acceleration throttle position and whether the brake pedal is being pressed and determines when to keep the current vehicle speed or to slow down The system will then automatically command downshif...

Page 120: ... fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down momentarily on the parking brake pedal with your left foot until you feel the pedal release then slowly pull your foot up off the park brake pedal If the parking brake is not released when you begin to drive the brake system warning light w...

Page 121: ...to LOCK OFF 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running The vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with...

Page 122: ...h your vehicle a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system The shift lock release is designed to Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in PARK P with the shift lever button fully released and Prevent mov...

Page 123: ...ts under your vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION Engine exhaust can kill It contains the gas carbon monoxide CO which you cannot see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if The exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damage...

Page 124: ...garage with the engine running Also see If You Are Caught in a Blizzard under Winter Driving on page 4 17 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You...

Page 125: ...ovides Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar and Compass Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with a compass There may be three additional buttons for the OnStar system See your dealer retailer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar See OnStar System on page 2 47 for more information about the services OnStar provides O On Off This is the on...

Page 126: ... eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight Under certain circumstances such as during a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Find your...

Page 127: ...le and the area behind your vehicle See Memory Seat and Mirrors on page 1 6 for more information Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold push the mirror toward the vehicle To return the mirror to its original position push outward Be sure to return both mirrors to their original unfolded position before driving The use of hood mounted air...

Page 128: ...e or flutter at normal driving speeds and may not stay in the unfolded position If this happens you will need to reset the mirrors See Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors next Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors You will need to reset the power foldaway mirrors if the following occurs The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding They are accidentally manually folded unfolded The mirrors...

Page 129: ... and Mirrors on page 1 6 for more information Turn Signal Indicator Your vehicle may have a turn signal indicator on the mirror An arrow on the mirror will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change Outside Convex Mirror CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on you...

Page 130: ...PA system does not replace driver vision It cannot detect objects that are below the bumper underneath the vehicle or if they are too close or far from the vehicle children pedestrians bicyclists or pets CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you do not use proper care before and while backing vehicle damage injury or death could occur Even with URPA always check behind your vehicle before backing...

Page 131: ...ep will sound the first time an object is detected between 20 inches 0 5 m and 8 feet 2 5 m away Beeping will occur for a short time when the vehicle is closer than 1 foot 0 3 m from the object The following describes what will occur with the URPA display as the vehicle gets closer to a detected object Description English Metric amber light 8 ft 2 5 m amber amber lights 40 in 1 0 m amber amber red...

Page 132: ...ging out of the liftgate during the last drive cycle the red light may illuminate in the rear display Once the attached object is removed URPA will return to normal operation A tow bar is attached to the vehicle The vehicle s bumper is damaged Take the vehicle to your dealer retailer to repair the system Other conditions may affect system performance such as vibrations from a jackhammer or the com...

Page 133: ...ehicle s OnStar Subscriber glove box literature For more information visit onstar com or onstar ca contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or TTY 1 877 248 2080 or press the OnStar button to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week Not all OnStar features are available on all vehicles To check if your vehicle is equipped to provide the services described below or for a ful...

Page 134: ...ns Advisor delivered or OnStar Turn by Turn Navigation If equipped RideAssist Information and Convenience Services OnStar Hands Free Calling OnStar Hands Free Calling allows eligible OnStar subscribers to make and receive calls using voice commands Hands Free Calling is fully integrated into the vehicle and can be used with OnStar Pre Paid Minute Packages Hands Free Calling may also be linked to a...

Page 135: ...as the capability of recording and transmitting vehicle information This information is automatically sent to an OnStar Call Center at the time of an OnStar button press Emergency button press or if your airbags or AACN system deploys The vehicle information usually includes your GPS location and in the event of a crash additional information regarding the accident that your vehicle has been invol...

Page 136: ...Star subscription has expired You can always press the OnStar button to confirm that your OnStar equipment is active Universal Home Remote System The Universal Home Remote System provides a way to replace up to three hand held Radio Frequency RF transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers security systems and home lighting This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Op...

Page 137: ...e of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you in the programming the Universal Home Remote Keep the original hand held transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future Universal Home Remote programming It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle the programmed Universal Home Remote buttons should be erased for security purposes See...

Page 138: ...Universal Home Remote buttons 2 Hold the end of your hand held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away from the Universal Home Remote buttons while keeping the indicator light in view The hand held transmitter was supplied by the manufacturer of your garage door opener receiver motor head unit 3 At the same time press and hold both the Universal Home Remote button to be used to control the ...

Page 139: ...mote indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with the programming Steps 6 through 8 It may be helpful to have another person assist with the remaining steps 6 After Steps 1 through 5 have been completed locate inside the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button The name and color of the button may var...

Page 140: ...mitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for Universal Home Remote to pick up the signal during programming Similarly some U S gate operators are manufactured to time out in the same manner If you live in Canada or you are having difficulty programming a gate operator or garage door opener by using the Programming Universal Home Remote pr...

Page 141: ...nformation on the Universal Home Remote System call the customer assistance phone number under Customer Assistance Offices on page 7 6 Storage Areas Glove Box To open lift the handle up Use the key to lock and unlock Cupholders There are two cupholders with removable liners located in front of the center console There are cupholders located in the second row seat armrest To access pull the armrest...

Page 142: ... the front of it To open the armrest storage area press the button located on the front of the armrest There is additional storage under the armrest Move the armrest all the way to the rear position The tray can be removed for additional storage Second Row Center Console Your vehicle may have a second row center console 2 56 ...

Page 143: ...d damage to the console Notice Slide the front console as far forward as it will go before folding the second row console forward This will help prevent damage to the consoles Assist Handles Your vehicle has assist handles above the rear and front passenger windows These are to be used when getting out of your vehicle Floor Mats There is a grommet in the driver side floor mat that attaches to a ho...

Page 144: ... your dealer retailer Notice Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that weighs more than 200 lbs 91 kg or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle Load cargo so that it rests as far forward as possible and against the side rails making sure to fasten it securely Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity a...

Page 145: ...ll loads Cargo Management System Your vehicle has a cargo management system located in the rear of the vehicle To open pull the handle toward the rear of the vehicle and lift the cover up There is an additional storage compartment on each side of the system To open unlatch and lift the panel up To remove the cargo management system 1 Open the lid 2 Remove the side panels and place inside the bin 3...

Page 146: ...river s side switch to close the sunroof Express open Express close From the closed position press and release the rear of the driver s side switch to express open the sunroof Press and release the front of the driver s side switch to express close the sunroof The front sunshade must be opened and closed manually Push up on the sunshade handle to open the sunshade Notice The rear sunshade could be...

Page 147: ...yed Entry Lighting 3 19 Delayed Exit Lighting 3 19 Parade Dimming 3 19 Reading Lamps 3 20 Electric Power Management 3 20 Battery Run Down Protection 3 21 Accessory Power Outlet s 3 21 Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current 3 22 Climate Controls 3 23 Climate Control System 3 23 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 3 26 Outlet Adjustment 3 34 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System 3 34 Rear Ai...

Page 148: ...ays With DIC Buttons 3 54 DIC Operation and Displays Without DIC Buttons 3 60 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 64 DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons 3 74 Audio System s 3 82 Setting the Clock 3 84 Radio s MP3 3 86 Using an MP3 Radio with CD and Six Disc CD Player 3 104 Using an MP3 Radio with CD and DVD Player 3 108 XM Radio Messages 3 114 Navigation Radio System 3 115 Rear Seat Entertainment R...

Page 149: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 150: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 151: ...terior Lamps Control See Exterior Lamps on page 3 15 H Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 11 I Dome Lamp Override Button See Dome Lamp Override on page 3 18 Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 17 J Cruise Control Buttons See Cruise Control on page 3 12 K Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel See Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel on page 3 7 Power Tilt W...

Page 152: ...limate Control System on page 3 26 T Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 73 U Glove Box See Glove Box on page 2 55 Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem The front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off The hazard warning flasher button is located in the center of the instr...

Page 153: ...eering wheel pad to sound the horn Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel A tilt and telescope wheel lets the steering wheel be adjusted The adjustment lever is located on the left side of the steering column Pull the lever down to move the steering wheel up or down and in or out Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the tilt and telescope lever while driving 3 7 ...

Page 154: ... Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 3 9 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 9 Flash to Pass See Flash to Pass on page 3 10 N Windshield Wipers See Windshield Wipers on page 3 10 L Windshield Washer See Windshield Was...

Page 155: ...hes faster than normal as you signal a turn or a lane change a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and then check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 111 Turn Signal On Chime If either one of the tur...

Page 156: ...or steady wiping at low speed 2 High Speed For steady wiping at high speed Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If the blades are frozen to the windshield gently loosen or thaw them If they become damaged install new blades or blade inserts See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 5 48 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wipers A circuit breaker stop them until the motor...

Page 157: ... four wipe cycles or the button can be pressed again to turn it off Under certain outside temperature conditions steam might flow out of the washer nozzles for a short period of time before washer fluid is sprayed This is a normal WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID is displayed on the DIC when the washer fluid is low See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 64 Rear Window Wiper Washer The rear wiper and re...

Page 158: ...e control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads The cruise control buttons are located on left side of the steering wheel T On Off Press to turn cruise control on and off The indicator comes on when cruise...

Page 159: ...ase the SET button located on the steering wheel 4 Take your foot off the accelerator Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied the cruise control shuts off But it does not need to be reset Once the vehicle speed is 25 mph 40 km h or greater press the RES button on the steering wheel The vehicle returns to the previously set speed and stay...

Page 160: ...ill slow down to the previously set cruise speed Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control will work on hills depends upon the vehicle speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle speed When going downhill you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle speed down Whe...

Page 161: ...dlamps at normal brightness together with the following Parking Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Parking Lamps Turns on the parking lamps together with the following Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights 2 Headlamps Turns on the headlamps together with the following lamps listed below A warning chime will sound if the driver s door is opened when the igni...

Page 162: ...the time of delay see DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 3 74 Daytime Running Lamps DRL Automatic Headlamp System Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system makes the low beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness w...

Page 163: ...s also go off Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps Instrument Panel Brightness D Instrument Panel Brightness The knob with this symbol on it is located next to the exterior lamps control to the left of the steering wheel Push the knob in all the way until it extends out and then turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lig...

Page 164: ... For vehicles with courtesy lamps they come on and stay on for a set time whenever the unlock symbol is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE Transmitter if the vehicle has one If a door is opened the lamps stay on while it is open and then turn off automatically about 25 seconds after the door is closed If the unlock symbol is pressed and no door is opened the lamps turn off after about 20 seco...

Page 165: ... a door is open Delayed Exit Lighting This feature illuminates the interior for a period of time after the key is removed from the ignition The ignition must be off for delayed exit lighting to work When the key is removed interior illumination will activate and remain on until one of the following occurs The ignition is in ON RUN The power door locks are activated An illumination period of 20 sec...

Page 166: ...nning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads A high electrical load occurs when several of the following loads are on headlamps high beams fog lamps rear window defogger climate control fan at high speed heated seats engine cooling fans trailer loads and loads plugged into accessory power outlets EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the ba...

Page 167: ...ways cover the outlet with the protective cap Notice Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlets and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fus...

Page 168: ...fault is detected a protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off To reset the circuit unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the Remote Accessory Power RAP off and then back on See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 2 27 The power restarts when equipment using 150 watts or less is plugged into the outlet and a system fault is not detected The power outlet ...

Page 169: ...wing H Vent This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs about half of the air to the instrument panel outlets and half to the floor outlets A little air is directed towards the windshield and side window 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 with som...

Page 170: ...r temperature is less than 40 F 4 C While in recirculation mode the windows may fog when the weather is cold and damp To clear the fog select either the defog or defrost mode and increase the fan speed Air Conditioning Press this button on the left knob to turn the air conditioning system on or off When A C is pressed an indicator light comes on to show that the air conditioning has been activated...

Page 171: ...o the windshield floor outlets and side window vents When you select this mode the system turns off recirculation and runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is less than 40 F 4 C The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in the defog mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear 0 Defrost The defrost mode is used to remove fog or frost from the wi...

Page 172: ...rrors the mirrors heat to help clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror when the rear window defog button is pressed Notice Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid ...

Page 173: ...re setting decreasing or increasing Passenger s Side Temperature Control The passenger s temperature buttons can be used to change the temperature of the air coming through the system on the passenger side of the vehicle The temperature can be adjusted even if the system is turned off This is possible since outside air will always flow through the system as the vehicle is moving forward unless it ...

Page 174: ...r to help quickly cool down your vehicle The light comes on the recirculation button while in recirculation 2 Set the driver s and passenger s temperature To find your comfort setting start with a 73 F 22 C temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate Use the driver s or passenger s temperature buttons to adjust the temperature setting as necessary If you choose the te...

Page 175: ...r the air conditioning button to turn the system on when it is off Manual Operation The air delivery mode or fan speed can be manually adjusted D C Fan The buttons with the fan symbols let you manually adjust the fan speed Press the up arrow to increase fan speed and the down arrow to decrease fan speed Pressing a fan button while the system is off will turn the system on Pressing a fan button whi...

Page 176: ... this section Recirculation Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on When the button is pressed an indicator light comes on This mode keeps outside air from entering the vehicle It can be used to reduce outside air and prevent odors from entering your vehicle Recirculation also helps to quickly cool the warmer air inside your vehicle The recirculation mode cannot be used with floor defr...

Page 177: ... temperature drops below a temperature which is too cool for air conditioning to be effective the air conditioning light turns off to show that the air conditioning mode has been canceled On hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This helps to reduce the time it takes for the vehicle to cool down It also helps the system to operate more efficiently The air conditioning ...

Page 178: ...on mode will also be used as needed to maintain cool outlet temperatures Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of the windows is a result of high humidity moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield Use the mode up and down arrows to select the defog mode Use th...

Page 179: ...ator will change The passenger temperature will not be displayed AUX Auxiliary Press this button to turn the rear heating and air conditioning on See Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System on page 3 34 or Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls on page 3 36 Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Rear W...

Page 180: ...itioning and Heating System If your vehicle has this system the rear controls are three knobs located on the rear of the center console The system can be controlled from the front controls as well as the rear controls To turn the system on press the AUX button on the front climate control system an indicator will be lit Pressing the AUX button the first time will turn the rear system on in a mimic...

Page 181: ...r cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel lets you choose the direction of the air flow H Vent This setting directs the air through the headliner outlets Bi Level This setting directs the air through the rear floor outlets under the third row seat as well as the headliner outlets The flow can be divided between headliner and floor outlets depending upon where the knob is placed be...

Page 182: ...ature and speed of the airflow for the rear of the vehicle will be the same as those set for the front of the vehicle Use the controls located in the rear of the front console to independently control the air flow for the rear of the vehicle separately from that of the front of the vehicle To turn the system on press any of the rear air conditioning control buttons except the C button To turn the ...

Page 183: ... The rear system floor outlets are located under the third row seats Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This section describes the warning lights and gages on the vehicle Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gages could prevent injury Warning lights come o...

Page 184: ...igned to let you know at a glance how the vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel you have used and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically United States version shown Canada similar 3 38 ...

Page 185: ...he new odometer was installed If the mileage is unknown the label should then indicate previous mileage unknown Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Safety Belt Reminders Safety Belt Reminder Light When the engine is started a chime comes on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buck...

Page 186: ...he chime nor the light comes on Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunctions The light indicates if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the airbag sensor the pretensioners the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic...

Page 187: ...r DIC message may also come on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 64 for more information Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system Your instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator When you start the vehicle the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off for several seconds as a system check If you us...

Page 188: ...o not use a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat if the airbag is turned on CAUTION Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag if equipped if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy un...

Page 189: ... 40 for more on this including important safety information Charging System Light This light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned but the engine has not started to run as a check to show you it is working It should go out once the engine starts If it stays on or comes on while driving there could be a problem with the charging system A charging system message in the Driver Information ...

Page 190: ... range Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period If there is a problem with the battery charging system a SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM message will appear in the Driver Information Center DIC and or the charging system light will come on See DIC Warnings and Messages ...

Page 191: ...come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully Make sure the parking brake is fully released You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or the pedal may go close...

Page 192: ...nd there is a problem with the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 45 For vehicles with a Driver Information Center DIC see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 64 for all brake related DIC messages StabiliTrak Indicator Light This warning light should come on briefly when the engine is started If the warning light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn ...

Page 193: ...nty Never drive with the engine coolant temperature warning light on This light will also come on briefly when starting your vehicle If it does not have your vehicle serviced Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature Under normal driving conditions the gage will read 210 F 100 C or less If the gage pointer is near 260 F 125 C the engine is too hot It means that...

Page 194: ... 49 for more information When the Light Flashes First and Then is Solid This indicates that there may be a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System The light flashes for about a minute and stays on solid for the remainder of the ignition cycle This sequence will repeat with every ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5 58 for more information Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check...

Page 195: ...ect your vehicle s emission controls and can cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 This light comes on during a malfunction in one of two ways Light Flashing A misfire condition has b...

Page 196: ...on on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration these conditions might go away once the engine is warmed up If you experience one or more of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above have made the light turn off your dealer retailer can check the vehicle Your dealer retailer has the proper tes...

Page 197: ...l as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil This light comes on briefly when the engine is started as a check to make sure it works If it does not the vehicle needs service If the light com...

Page 198: ...never the cruise control is set The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control on page 3 12 for more information Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 9 for more information Tow Haul Mode Light This light comes on when the Tow Haul mode has been activated For more information see Tow H...

Page 199: ...tion see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 64 Here are some situations you may experience with your fuel gage None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a litt...

Page 200: ...he top right corner of the DIC display If there is a problem with the system that controls the temperature display the numbers will be replaced with dashes If this occurs have the vehicle serviced If your vehicle has DIC buttons see DIC Operation and Displays With DIC Buttons later in this section and DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 3 74 for the displays available If your vehicl...

Page 201: ...s V Set Reset Press this button to set or reset certain functions and to turn off or acknowledge messages on the DIC U Customization Press this button to customize the feature settings on your vehicle See DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 3 74 for more information T Vehicle Information Press this button to display the oil life park assist on vehicles with this feature units tire p...

Page 202: ...ore information Remember you must reset the OIL LIFE display yourself after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change To reset the engine oil life system see Engine Oil Life System on page 5 16 PARK ASSIST If your vehicle ha...

Page 203: ... 5 56 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 64 for more information If the tire pressure display shows dashes instead of a value there may be a problem with your vehicle If this consistently occurs see your dealer retailer for service RELEARN REMOTE KEY This display allows you to match Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters to your vehicle To match an RKE transmitter to your vehicle 1 Press the v...

Page 204: ...r is displayed The trip odometer has a feature called the retro active reset This can be used to set the trip odometer to the number of miles kilometers driven since the ignition was last turned on This can be used if the trip odometer is not reset at the beginning of the trip To use the retro active reset feature press and hold the set reset button for at least four seconds The trip odometer will...

Page 205: ...G Average ECONOMY Press the trip fuel button until AVG ECONOMY displays This display shows the approximate average miles per gallon mpg or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km This number is calculated based on the number of mpg L 100 km recorded since the last time this menu item was reset To reset AVG ECONOMY press and hold the set reset button TIMER Press the trip fuel button until TIMER displays...

Page 206: ... Without DIC Buttons If your vehicle does not have DIC buttons the information below explains the operation of this system The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by pressing the trip odometer reset stem located on the instrument panel cluster Pressing the trip odometer reset stem will also turn off or acknowledge DIC messages The DIC displays trip and vehicle system information and w...

Page 207: ... trip odometer to the number of miles kilometers driven since the ignition was last turned on This can be used if the trip odometer is not reset at the beginning of the trip To use the retro active reset feature press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for at least four seconds The trip odometer will display the number of miles mi or kilometers km driven since the ignition was last turned on an...

Page 208: ...elf after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change To reset the engine oil life system see Engine Oil Life System on page 5 16 PARK ASSIST To access this display the vehicle must be in PARK P If your vehicle has the Ultraso...

Page 209: ...xit the programming mode you must cycle the key to LOCK OFF UNITS To access this display the vehicle must be in PARK P Press the trip odometer reset stem until UNITS displays This display allows you to select between English or Metric units of measurement Once in this display press and hold the trip odometer reset stem to select between ENGLISH or METRIC units All of the vehicle information will t...

Page 210: ...ar not correct the problem The following are the possible messages that can be displayed and some information about them ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF If your vehicle has the All Wheel Drive AWD system this message displays when there is a compact spare tire on the vehicle when the Antilock Brake System ABS warning light comes on or when the rear differential fluid is overheating This message turns off when...

Page 211: ... 5 13 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information CHECK TIRE PRESSURE This message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle s tires needs to be checked This message also displays LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT LEFT REAR or RIGHT REAR to indicate which tire needs to be checked You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time To read the other messages that may ha...

Page 212: ...ssible to avoid damage to the engine ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE Notice If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating severe engine damage may occur If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible Do not increase the engine speed above normal idling speed See Engine Overheating on page 5 23 for more information This messa...

Page 213: ...be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced Anytime this message stays on the vehicle should be taken to your dealer retailer for service as soon as possible FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays and a chime sounds if the fuel level is low Refuel as soon as possible See Fuel Gage on pa...

Page 214: ...SSURE LOW STOP ENGINE Notice If you drive your vehicle while the engine oil pressure is low severe engine damage may occur If a low oil pressure warning appears on the Driver Information Center DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible Do not drive the vehicle until the cause of the low oil pressure is corrected See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for more information This message displays if low oil press...

Page 215: ... low The battery needs to be replaced in the transmitter See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 5 RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the passenger side rear door is not fully closed and the vehicle is in a drive gear Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstructions and close the door again Check to see if the mes...

Page 216: ...s message displays along with the brake system warning light if there is a problem with the brake system See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 45 If this message appears stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display If the message is still displayed or appears again when you begin driving the brake system needs service as soon...

Page 217: ... 2 24 for more information SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM This message displays if a part on the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS is not working properly The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Light on page 3 48 Several conditions may cause this message to appear See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5 59 for more information I...

Page 218: ... on page 2 22 for more information TIGHTEN GAS CAP This message may display along with the check engine light on the instrument panel cluster if the vehicle s fuel cap is not tightened properly See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 48 Reinstall the fuel cap fully See Filling the Tank on page 5 8 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loos...

Page 219: ...ture warning is displayed This message displays and a chime sounds if the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot Driving with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool This message clears when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level TURN SIGNAL ON This message displays and a chime sounds if a tu...

Page 220: ...e following procedure Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1 Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in PARK P To avoid excessive drain on the battery it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off 2 Press the customization button to enter the feature settings menu If the menu is not available FEATURE SETTINGS AVAILABLE IN PARK will display Before entering the menu make sure the vehicle is i...

Page 221: ...er reset stem See Language under DIC Operation and Displays Without DIC Buttons earlier in this section for more information AUTO DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select when the vehicle s doors will automatically lock See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2 11 for more information Press the customization button until AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button...

Page 222: ...ing is displayed on the DIC REMOTE DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter You will not receive feedback when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter if the doors are open See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 5 for more information Press the customization button ...

Page 223: ...u to select whether or not the locking of the vehicle s doors and liftgate will be delayed When locking the doors and liftgate with the power door lock switch and a door or the liftgate is open this feature will delay locking the doors and liftgate until five seconds after the last door is closed You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use The key must be out of...

Page 224: ...This feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter Press the customization button until APPROACH LIGHTING appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through...

Page 225: ... automatically tilt down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R See Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors on page 2 42 for more information Press the customization button until PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings OFF default Neither outside mirr...

Page 226: ...emain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC MEMORY SEAT RECALL If your vehicle has this feature it allows you to select your preference for the remote memory seat recall feature See Memory Seat and Mirrors on page 1 6 for more information Press the customization button until MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears on the DIC display Press the set reset...

Page 227: ...CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC FACTORY SETTINGS This feature allows you to set all of the customization features back to their factory default settings Press the customization button until FACTORY SETTINGS appears on the DIC display Press the set reset but...

Page 228: ... PARK P The vehicle is no longer in ON RUN The trip fuel or vehicle information DIC buttons are pressed The end of the feature settings menu is reached and exited A 40 second time period has elapsed with no selection made Audio System s Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features CAUTION This system provides you with far greate...

Page 229: ...e adding any sound equipment to your vehicle such as an audio system CD player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer retailer Also check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units If sound equipment can be added it is very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle ...

Page 230: ...e is to press the right SEEK arrow or the FWD forward button To decrease the time or date press the left SEEK arrow or s REV reverse button or turn the f knob located on the upper right side of the radio to adjust the selected setting Changing the Time and Date Default Settings To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change the date default setting from month day year to d...

Page 231: ... FWD forward button To decrease the time or date press the left SEEK arrow or the REV reverse button or turn the tune knob located on the upper right side of the radio to adjust the selected setting Changing the Time and Date Default Settings To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change the date default setting from month day year to day month year follow these instructi...

Page 232: ...Radio s MP3 The vehicle has one of these radios as its audio system Radio with CD shown Radio with Six Disc CD similar Radio with CD and DVD 3 86 ...

Page 233: ... to an FM RDS station the station name or call letters display In rare cases a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station Playing the Radio O Power Volume Press to turn the system on and off Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume Speed Compensated Volume SCV The Speed...

Page 234: ...o Info displays Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station favorites while the vehicle is in P Park Tune to favorite stations using the presets favorites button and steering wheel controls See Defensive Driving on page 4 2 FAV Favorites A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six pushbuttons positioned below the radio statio...

Page 235: ...oned under the desired label Turn the f knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the highlighted setting or press either SEEK arrow FWD forward or s REV reverse button until the desired levels are obtained If a station s frequency is weak or if there is static decrease the treble To quickly adjust bass midrange or treble to the middle position press the pushbutton positioned under the BASS MID...

Page 236: ...enter front speaker unaffected until the last fade step then all front speakers mute If the Rear Seat Audio RSA is turned on the radio disables FADE and mutes the rear speakers Finding a Category CAT Station CAT Category The CAT button is used to find XM stations when the radio is in the XM mode To find XM channels within a desired category perform the following 1 Press the BAND button until the X...

Page 237: ...ehicle from the factory If Calibration Error displays it means that the radio has not been configured properly for the vehicle and it must be returned to your dealer retailer for service Locked This message displays when the THEFTLOCK system has locked up the radio Take the vehicle to your dealer retailer for service If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your de...

Page 238: ...iple CDs do the following 1 Press and hold the button for two seconds A beep sounds and Load All Discs displays 2 Follow the displayed instruction on when to insert the discs The CD player takes up to six CDs 3 Press the button again to cancel loading more CDs Insert a CD partway into the slot label side up The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing To insert a CD with the ignition off...

Page 239: ...D symbol displays on the left side of the radio display As each new track starts to play the track number displays Care of CDs and DVDs If playing a CD R the sound quality can be reduced due to CD R or CD RW quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R or CD RW has been handled Handle them carefully Store CD R s or CD RW s in their original c...

Page 240: ...nds and Ejecting Disc displays Once the disc is ejected Remove Disc displays The disc can be removed If the disc is not removed after several seconds the disc automatically pulls back into the player For the Six Disc CD player press and hold for two seconds to eject all discs Z DVD Eject Press and release to eject the disc that is currently playing in the top slot A beep sounds and Ejecting Disc d...

Page 241: ...ff random play Press the CD AUX button or for a six disc CD player press and hold the button A beep sounds and Load All Discs displays Insert one or more discs partway into the slot of the CD player To play tracks from all CDs loaded in a six disc CD player in random order press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label until Randomize All Discs displays Press the same pushbutton again to turn...

Page 242: ...ter in this section or Audio Video A V Jacks under Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System on page 3 115 for more information If a disc is inserted into top DVD slot the rear seat operator can turn on the video screen and use the remote control to navigate the CD tracks only through the remote control Radios with CD and DVD Audio Output Only one audio source can be heard through the speakers at one tim...

Page 243: ...ormat Player Error There are disc LOAD or disc EJECT problems It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play The road is very rough When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again There could have been a problem while burning the CD The label could be caught in the ...

Page 244: ...ning to the radio The DVD CD text label and a message showing track or chapter number displays when a disc is in either slot Press this button again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device such as a portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected No Aux Input Device displays If a disc is in both the DVD slot and the CD slot the DVD CD AUX button cycles...

Page 245: ...copyright information or the previews SEEK Next Track Chapter Press the right arrow to go to the next track or chapter This button might not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews s REV Fast Reverse Press to quickly reverse the CD or DVD at five times the normal speed The radio displays the elapsed time while in fast reverse To stop fast reversing press again This b...

Page 246: ...screen is off press the play button to turn the screen on Some DVDs begin playing after the previews have finished although there could be a delay of up to 30 seconds If the DVD does not begin playing the movie automatically press the pushbutton located under the play pause symbol tag displayed on the radio If the DVD still does not play refer to the on screen instructions if available c Stop Pres...

Page 247: ...f the pause icon is showing on the display the system is in playback mode q Group r Press to cycle through musical groupings on the DVD A disc Nav Navigate Press to display directional arrows for navigating through the menus e Audio Stream Press to cycle through audio stream formats located on the DVD A disc The video screen shows the audio stream changing Inserting a Disc To play a disc gently in...

Page 248: ... disc Ejecting a Disc Press the Z button on the radio to eject the disc If a disc is ejected from the radio but not removed the radio reloads the disc after a short period of time The disc is stored in the radio The radio does not resume play of the disc automatically If the RSA system is sourced to the DVD the movie when reloaded into the DVD player begins to play again In case loading and readin...

Page 249: ...he radio when a portable audio device is playing The portable audio device continues playing so you might want to stop it or turn it off CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press to play a CD when a portable audio device is playing Press again and the system begins playing audio from the connected portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected No Input Device Found displays DVD CD AUX DVD CD Au...

Page 250: ... 50 folders 15 playlists and a combined total of 512 folders and files Create a folder structure that makes it easy to find songs while driving Organize songs by albums using one folder for each album Each folder or album should contain 18 songs or less Avoid subfolders The system can support up to eight subfolders deep however keep the total number of folders to a minimum in order to reduce the c...

Page 251: ...If a disc contains both uncompressed CD audio CDA and MP3 WMA files a folder under the root directory called CD accesses all of the CD audio tracks on the disc Empty Directory or Folder If a root directory or a folder exists somewhere in the file structure that contains only folders subfolders and no compressed files directly beneath them the player advances to the next folder in the file structur...

Page 252: ...es longer than 32 characters or four pages are shortened Parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the filename does not display Preprogrammed Playlists Preprogrammed playlists that were created using WinAmp MusicMatch or Real Jukebox software can be accessed however they cannot be edited using the radio These playlists are treated as special folders containing compressed audio ...

Page 253: ...l discs in a six disc CD player To use random do one of the following To play MP3 WMA files from the CD R or CD RW in random order press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label until Random Current Disc displays Press the same pushbutton again to turn off random play To play songs from all CDs loaded in a six disc CD player in random order press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label ...

Page 254: ...to play Once all songs from that album are played the player moves to the next album in alphabetical order on the CD R or CD RW and begins playing MP3 WMA files from that album To exit music navigator mode press the pushbutton below the Back label to return to normal MP3 WMA playback Using an MP3 Radio with CD and DVD Player MP3 WMA CD R or CD RW Disc Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs The radio...

Page 255: ...e display potentially getting cut off Finalize the audio disc before burning it Trying to add music to an existing disc could cause the disc not to function in the player Root Directory The root directory of the CD R or CD RW disc is treated as a folder If the root directory has compressed audio files the directory is displayed as F1 ROOT All files contained directly under the root directory are a...

Page 256: ...hen the last track of the last folder has played play continues from the first track of the first folder When play enters a new folder the display does not automatically show the new folder name unless the folder mode has been chosen as the default display The new track name displays File System and Naming The song name that is displayed is the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag If the son...

Page 257: ... can be removed If the CD R or CD RW disc is not removed after several seconds the CD R or CD RW disc automatically pulls back into the player If loading and reading of a CD cannot be completed such as unknown format etc and the disc fails to eject press and hold this button for more than five seconds to force the disc to eject Z DVD Eject Press and release this button to eject the CD R or CD RW t...

Page 258: ...ess the same pushbutton again to turn off random play h Music Navigator Use the music navigator feature to play MP3 WMA files on the CD R or CD RW in order by artist or album Press the pushbutton located below the music navigator label The player scans the disc to sort the files by artist and album ID3 tag information It could take several minutes to scan the disc depending on the number of MP3 WM...

Page 259: ...iliary Press this button to cycle through DVD CD or Auxiliary when listening to the radio The DVD CD text label and a message showing track or chapter number displays when a disc is in either slot Press this button again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device such as a portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected No Aux Input Device displays If a d...

Page 260: ...e at this time on this channel The system is working properly No CAT Info No category information is available at this time on this channel The system is working properly No Information No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel The system is working properly CAT Not Found There are no channels available for the selected category The system is working properly XM ...

Page 261: ...dio DVD system Before Driving The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so In severe or extreme weather conditions the RSE system might or might not work until the temperature is within the operating range The operating range for the RSE system is above 4 F 20 C or below 140 F 60 C If the temperature of t...

Page 262: ...n also be an indication of weak batteries See Battery Replacement later in this section for more information Infrared transmitters are located at the rear of the RSE overhead console The headphones shut off automatically to save the battery power if the RSE system and RSA are shut off or if the headphones are out of range of the transmitters for more than three minutes Moving too far forward or st...

Page 263: ... 2 Replace the two batteries in the compartment Make sure that they are installed correctly using the diagram on the inside of the battery compartment 3 Replace the battery door and tighten the door screw If the headphones are to be stored for a long period of time remove the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Audio Video A V Jacks The A V jacks located on the rear of the floor console al...

Page 264: ... button again to remove the setup menu from the screen Audio Output Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs can be heard through the following possible sources Wireless Headphones Vehicle Speakers Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the rear seat audio system if the vehicle has this feature The RSE system always transmits the audio signal to the wireless headphones if there is audio available S...

Page 265: ...is section for more information Remote Control To use the remote control aim it at the transmitter window at the rear of the overhead console and press the desired button Direct sunlight or very bright light could affect the ability of the RSE transmitter to receive signals from the remote control If the remote control does not seem to be working the batteries might need to be replaced See Battery...

Page 266: ...o move the cursor around the DVD menu After making a selection press the enter button This button only operates when using a DVD n q p o Menu Navigation Arrows Use the arrow buttons to navigate through a menu r Enter Press to select the choice that is highlighted in any menu z Display Menu Press to adjust the brightness screen display mode normal full or zoom and display the language menu q Return...

Page 267: ...versing a DVD video press the play pause button To stop fast reversing a DVD audio or CD release the fast reverse button This button might not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews Fast Forward Press to fast forward the DVD or CD To stop fast forwarding a DVD video press the play pause button To stop fast forwarding a DVD audio or CD release the fast forward button...

Page 268: ...s and keep them in a cool dry place Problem Recommended Action No power The ignition might not be turned ON RUN or in ACC ACCESSORY 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 Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by pressing the display menu button on the remote control In auxiliary mode the picture move...

Page 269: ...nd or the headphones See your dealer retailer for assistance The DVD is playing but there is no picture or sound Check that the RSE video screen is sourced to the DVD player DVD Display Error Messages The DVD display error message depends on which radio the vehicle has The video screen might display one of the following Disc Load Eject Error This message displays when there are disc load or eject ...

Page 270: ...s DVDs or other auxiliary sources However the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources the front seat passengers are not listening to except on some radios where dual control is allowed For example rear seat passengers can control a CD and listen to it through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers The rear seat passengers have control of the...

Page 271: ...evious or to the next station or channels and stay there This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio Press and hold either seek arrow until the display flashes to tune to an individual station The display stops flashing after the buttons have not been pushed for more than two seconds This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat...

Page 272: ...o discourage theft of the vehicle s radio The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it does not operate and LOC LOCK or LOCKED could display With THEFTLOCK activated the radio does not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls Vehicles with audio steering wheel controls could differ depending on...

Page 273: ...to go to the next track or chapter while sourced to the CD or DVD slot Press the seek arrow to go to the next disc while sourced to a CD player if multiple discs are loaded Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power...

Page 274: ... NO XM SIGNAL to indicate interference Multi Band Antenna The multi band antenna is located on the roof of the vehicle This type of antenna is used with the AM FM radio as well as OnStar and the XM Satellite Radio Service System if the vehicle has these features Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception If the vehicle has a sunroof the performance of the radio syst...

Page 275: ...overy 4 12 Passing 4 12 Loss of Control 4 12 Driving at Night 4 14 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 14 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 16 Highway Hypnosis 4 16 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 16 Winter Driving 4 17 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 21 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 22 Loading the Vehicle 4 22 Towing 4 27 Towing Your Vehicle 4 27 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 27 ...

Page 276: ...ction can cause collisions resulting in injury or possible death These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life Drunk Driving CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ri...

Page 277: ...e Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking Control of a Vehicle The following three systems help to cont...

Page 278: ...of the road whether it is wet dry or icy tire tread the condition of the brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake The brakes might not have time to cool between hard stops The brakes will wear out much faster if ...

Page 279: ...eels 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 the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordin...

Page 280: ... is quickly decreased StabiliTrak System Your vehicle has the StabiliTrak system which combines antilock brake traction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions When you first start your vehicle and begin to drive away the system performs several diagnostic checks to ensure there are no problems You may hear or feel t...

Page 281: ...on control off message will be displayed on the DIC to warn the driver Your vehicle will still have brake traction control when traction control is off but will not be able to use the engine speed management system See Traction Control Operation next for more information When the traction control system has been turned off you may still hear system noises as a result of the brake traction control ...

Page 282: ...ively while the StabiliTrak ABS and brake warning lights and the SERVICE STABILITRAK message are displayed you could damage the transfer case The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Reduce engine power and do not spin the wheel s excessively while these lights and this message are displayed The traction control system may activate on dry or rough roads or under conditions such as heavy a...

Page 283: ... spare and the AWD is disabled To restore the AWD operation and prevent excessive wear on the clutch in your AWD system replace the compact spare with a full size tire as soon as possible See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 100 for more information Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much mo...

Page 284: ...ccelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control See StabiliTrak System on page 4 6 What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn th...

Page 285: ...hese First apply the brakes See Braking on page 4 4 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees ver...

Page 286: ...sing Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass If in doubt wait Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines that could indicate a turn or an intersection Never cross a solid or double solid line on your side of the lane Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass Doing so can reduce your visibility Wait your turn to pass a...

Page 287: ...hicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance is longer and vehicle control...

Page 288: ...Do not wear sunglasses Avoid staring directly into approaching headlamps Keep the windshield and all glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Keep your eyes moving especially during turns or curves 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 might need at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 yea...

Page 289: ... drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous Water can build up under your vehicle s tires so they actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet ...

Page 290: ...osis Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving If you become tired or sleepy find a safe place to park your vehicle and rest Other driving tips include Keep the vehicle well ventilated Keep interior temperature cool Keep your eyes moving scan the road ahead and to the sides Check the rearview mirror and vehicle instruments often Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep h...

Page 291: ...d Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane Top of hills Be alert something could be in your lane stalled car accident Pay attention to special road signs falling rocks area winding roads long grades passing or no passing zones and take appropriate action Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving Have your vehicle in good shape for winter You might want to put winter emergency ...

Page 292: ... is about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution StabiliTrak improves your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even with StabiliTrak slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions Under certain conditions y...

Page 293: ...r 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 If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some thing...

Page 294: ...ou and kill you You cannot see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking the 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 vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out 4 20 ...

Page 295: ...me fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4 22 If the vehicle has a traction system it can often help to free a stuck vehicle Refer to the vehicle s traction system in the Index If stuc...

Page 296: ...t does not get your vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out If your vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 27 Loading the Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your ...

Page 297: ...ures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 49 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 56 There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification Tire label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle See Certification Tire Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load...

Page 298: ...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 how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity for your vehicle See Towing a Trailer on page 4 31 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and trailering tips I...

Page 299: ...ht 250 lbs 113 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity 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 for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions Example 2 Example 3 4 25 ...

Page 300: ...l loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer retailer 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 GAWR for either the front or rear axle CAUTION Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maxim...

Page 301: ... seat folded down unless you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle To avoid vehicle damage a platform or flatbed trailer should be used to transport this vehicle Consult your dealer retailer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 7 If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such a...

Page 302: ...ering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is your vehicle ready to be towed 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 4 16 Dinghy Towing If you have a front wheel drive vehicle it can be dinghy towed from the front These vehicles may also be towed by put...

Page 303: ...hood Fuse Block on page 5 115 7 Release the parking brake Notice If you tow your vehicle without performing each of the steps listed under Dinghy Towing you could damage the automatic transmission Be sure to follow all steps of the dinghy towing procedure prior to and after towing your vehicle Notice If you exceed 65 mph 105 km h while towing your vehicle it could be damaged Never exceed 65 mph 10...

Page 304: ...es they should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels off of the ground or dinghy towed from the front Dolly Towing Front Wheel Drive Vehicles Only To tow your front wheel drive vehicle from the front with two wheels on the ground 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Move the shift lever to P Park 3 Set the parking brake 4 30 ...

Page 305: ... the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured You may also damage your vehicle the resulting repairs would not be covered by your warranty Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your dealer retailer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify the traile...

Page 306: ... for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control You can ask a hitch dealer retailer about sway controls Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 805 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 805 km that you tow a trailer do not drive over 50 mph 80 km h and do not make starts at...

Page 307: ... light on the instrument panel will turn off The vehicle will automatically turn off Tow Haul every time it is started Tow Haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of the vehicle s Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR See Weight of the Trailer later in this section Tow Haul is most useful under the following driving conditions When pull...

Page 308: ... vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Look in the following chart to find the maximum trailer weight for your vehicle Vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR Front Wheel Drive 2 000 lbs 907 kg 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg Front Wheel Drive 4 500 lbs 2 041 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg All Wheel Drive 2 000 lbs 907 kg 7 700 lbs 3 493 kg All Wheel Drive 4 500 lbs 2 041 kg 9 700 lbs 4 400 kg The Gros...

Page 309: ...ight too See Loading the Vehicle on page 4 22 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you are using a weight carrying hitch or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you have loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they are not ...

Page 310: ... kg This is very close to but within the limit for RGAWR as well The vehicle is set to trailer up to 8 500 lbs 3 856 kg But let us say your specific vehicle is equipped with some of the latest options and you have a front seat passenger and two rear seat passengers with some luggage and gear in the vehicle as well You may add 300 lbs 136 kg to the front axle weight and 400 lbs 181 kg to the rear a...

Page 311: ...es You will find these numbers on the Certification Tire label See Loading the Vehicle on page 4 22 Then be sure you do not go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It is important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you will need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow The...

Page 312: ...them properly Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you will want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itse...

Page 313: ... When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your dealer retailer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will f...

Page 314: ...tached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here is how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but do not shift into PARK P When parking uphill turn your wheels away from the curb When parking downhill turn your wheels into the curb 2 Have someone place...

Page 315: ...pulling a trailer See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid do not overfill engine oil axle lubricant drive belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you are trailering it is a good idea to review this inform...

Page 316: ...ed in the underhood electrical center but the wires are not connected They should be connected by your dealer retailer or a qualified service center If the back up lamp circuit is not functional contact your dealer retailer If you are charging a remote non vehicle battery press the Tow Haul mode switch located on the center console near the climate controls This will boost the vehicle system volta...

Page 317: ...Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 20 Engine Coolant 5 20 Radiator Pressure Cap 5 23 Engine Overheating 5 23 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 25 Cooling System 5 26 Power Steering Fluid 5 32 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 33 Brakes 5 34 Battery 5 37 Jump Starting 5 38 All Wheel Drive 5 43 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Bulb Replacement 5 45 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 5 45 Halogen Bulbs 5 45 T...

Page 318: ...c Surfaces 5 103 Care of Safety Belts 5 103 Weatherstrips 5 103 Washing Your Vehicle 5 104 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 104 Finish Care 5 104 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades 5 105 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels and Trim 5 106 Tires 5 106 Sheet Metal Damage 5 107 Finish Damage 5 107 Underbody Maintenance 5 107 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 107 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 108 Vehicle...

Page 319: ...tems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and stability control Some of these accessories could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer retailer can accessorize your vehicle using genuine GM Accessories When you go to your GM deal...

Page 320: ...or additional information see www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do 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 sure to use the proper n...

Page 321: ...de of your vehicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance we recommend the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher For best performance or trailer towing you could ...

Page 322: ...urn on and your vehicle might fail a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 48 If this occurs return to your authorized dealer retailer for diagnosis If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs might not be covered by the vehicle warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives...

Page 323: ...e enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT We recommend against the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system could be affected The malfunction indicator lamp might turn on If this occurs return to your deale...

Page 324: ...e Do not use cellular phones 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 Do not re enter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s side of the vehicle T...

Page 325: ...y If you spill fuel and then something ignites it you could be badly burned This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle...

Page 326: ...n get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 48 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 fuel vapor ...

Page 327: ...se handle with this symbol on it It is located under the instrument panel on the driver s side of the vehicle 2 At the front of the vehicle pull up on the center of the hood and push the secondary hood release to the right 3 After you have partially lifted the hood gas struts will automatically take over to lift and hold the hood in the fully open position Before closing the hood be sure all fille...

Page 328: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Page 329: ...r Cylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 34 K Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 L Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 33 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the v...

Page 330: ...ns on page 5 120 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range in the cross hatched area Push ...

Page 331: ...equirements should have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standa...

Page 332: ...ably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will come on Change the oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the...

Page 333: ...and hold the trip odometer reset stem until OIL LIFE REMAINING shows 100 You will hear three chimes and the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will go off 3 Turn the key to LOCK OFF If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure If your vehicle has Driver Information Center DIC buttons 1 Turn the ignition to...

Page 334: ...utting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of used oil ask your dealer retailer a service station or a local recycling center for help Engine Air Cleaner Filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspect the air cleaner filter at ...

Page 335: ... the air cleaner base 5 Inspect or replace the air filter element 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the cover and reconnect the electrical connector CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be b...

Page 336: ...ing system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for five years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating or if you need to add coolant to the radiat...

Page 337: ...ld catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If an improper coolant mixture is used the engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If coolant needs to be added more...

Page 338: ... line is marked on the coolant recovery tank Adding Coolant If more coolant is needed add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank but be careful not to spill it If the coolant recovery tank is completely empty add coolant to the radiator See Engine Overheating on page 5 23 CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and sc...

Page 339: ... the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Engine Overheating There is an engine coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3 47 Your vehicle may also have an ENGI...

Page 340: ...hes fire while driving with no coolant the vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 5 25 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometim...

Page 341: ... Protection Operating Mode This emergency operating mode lets the vehicle be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation If an overheated engine condition exists an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode there is a significant loss in power and engine performance The temperature gage indicates an overheat condition exists ...

Page 342: ...an cause injury 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 until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at least up to the FULL COLD mark If it is not you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses he...

Page 343: ...he electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they are not your vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage from running the engine without coolant is not covered by the warranty Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner a...

Page 344: ...ble water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant recovery tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant recovery tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 for more information CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can ...

Page 345: ...ble water and DEX COOL coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the...

Page 346: ...ot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 3 Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 4 Fill the radiator with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 for more information about the proper coolant mixture 5 30 ...

Page 347: ...ot Watch out for the engine cooling fan 8 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck Replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap B...

Page 348: ...ment cool down 2 Remove engine oil fill cap 3 Slide engine cover rearward and lift to remove 4 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 5 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 6 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 7 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The fluid level should be somewhere between MAX and MIN line on the dipstick in room temp...

Page 349: ...bol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clea...

Page 350: ...a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will not work well It is not a good idea to top off the brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If your vehicle has too much brake...

Page 351: ...rk well This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid ...

Page 352: ...ing conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on pa...

Page 353: ...balance between the front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you have come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery see your dealer retailer for one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label For battery r...

Page 354: ...hicle remove the black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger This will help maintain the charge of the battery over an extended period of time Jump Starting If your vehicle s battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be da...

Page 355: ...king brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transmission in P Park or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL Notice If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be...

Page 356: ...e with water 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 not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will ...

Page 357: ...er 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 battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to...

Page 358: ...Engine Part or Remote Negative Terminal B Good Battery or Remote Positive 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 negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positi...

Page 359: ...on page 6 4 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you will need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use ...

Page 360: ...re not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 11 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment However if your vehicle is damaged in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment to the low beam headlamps may be nece...

Page 361: ... service any of the system components you could be seriously injured Have your dealer retailer or a qualified technician service them Your vehicle has HID headlamps After your vehicle s HID headlamp bulb has been replaced you may notice that the beam is a slightly different shade than it was originally This is normal Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if ...

Page 362: ...illamp hex nut covers 4 Remove the two hex nuts holding the taillamp assembly in place 5 Pull out the taillamp assembly 6 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out to remove it 7 Replace the old bulb with a new one 8 Reverse Steps 3 through 6 to reinstall the taillamp assembly When reinstalling the taillamp assembly make sure the plastic pin on the taillamp assembly lines up a...

Page 363: ... forward through the lift gate trim opening 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Install the new bulb 5 Reverse steps 1 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number License Plate Lamp 194 Rear Turn Signal and Taillamps 3157 For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer 5 47 ...

Page 364: ...l the wiper blade away from the arm connector 3 Install the new wiper blade and make sure the wiper blade locks into place For the proper size and type see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 13 Backglass Wiper Blade 1 Pull the wiper blade assembly away from the backglass The backglass wiper blade will not lock in a vertical position so care should be used when pulling it away from the vehicle...

Page 365: ... the Vehicle on page 4 22 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your vehicle s tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 56 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured ...

Page 366: ... 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 of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers f...

Page 367: ...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 approximately 3 000 miles 5 000 km and should not be driven at speeds over 65 mph 105 km h The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone flat If your vehi...

Page 368: ...e on page 5 56 F Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description The letter T as the first character in the tire size means the tire is for temporary use only G TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specification Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code ...

Page 369: ...e is certified to 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 The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa Accessory Weight This means ...

Page 370: ... can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating See Loading the Vehicle on page 4 22 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle See Loading the Vehicle on page 4 22 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle See Loading the Vehicle on page 4 22 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that ...

Page 371: ...ipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 56 and Loading the Vehicle on page 4 22 Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which the ...

Page 372: ... 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 and Loading Information Label under Loading the Vehicle on page 4 22 Inflation Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively Notice Do not let anyone tell you th...

Page 373: ... the compact spare tire see Compact Spare Tire on page 5 100 How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under inflated Check the tire s inflation pressure when the tires are cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least t...

Page 374: ...el efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS ...

Page 375: ...ions to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Tire Pressure Monitor Operation The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure ...

Page 376: ...e correct inflation pressure for your vehicle s tires when they are cold See Loading the Vehicle on page 4 22 for an example of the Tire and Loading Information label and its location on your vehicle Also see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 56 Your vehicle s TPMS can warn you about a low tire pressure condition but it does not replace normal tire maintenance See Tire Inspection and Rotation on p...

Page 377: ...ompleted successfully after rotating the vehicle s tires The DIC message and TPMS malfunction light should go off once the TPMS sensor matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The DIC message and the TPMS malfunction light should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matchin...

Page 378: ...to match all four tire wheel positions If it takes longer than two minutes to match the first tire and wheel or more than five minutes to match all four tire and wheel positions the matching process stops and you need to start over The TPMS sensor matching process is outlined below 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition switch to ON RUN with the engine off 3 Press the Remote Keyless Entry RKE...

Page 379: ...64 for more information Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 The purpose of a regular tire rotation is to achieve a uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle This will ensure that your vehicle continues to perform most like it did when the tires were new Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and...

Page 380: ...you can use a cloth or a 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 See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 84 Make sure the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves tighten the cable See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 5 96 When It Is Time for New Tires Various facto...

Page 381: ...older consult the tire manufacturer for more information Buying 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 Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec system rating If you need replacement tires GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec...

Page 382: ...t to drive with your compact spare temporarily as it was developed for use on your vehicle See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 100 CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on the vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tire...

Page 383: ... rollover Additionally if your vehicle has electronic systems such as anti lock brakes rollover airbags traction control and 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 tires not recommended for those wheels are selected You may increase the chance that you...

Page 384: ...s with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the...

Page 385: ...tion of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor ...

Page 386: ...hese conditions exist Your dealer retailer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new Saturn original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts...

Page 387: ...ued CAUTION Continued cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on the vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To hel...

Page 388: ...se 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 go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat and your vehicle has a compact spare tire see Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 84 This information shows you how to use ...

Page 389: ... the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 7 If the tire has a puncture less than a 1 4 inch 6 mm in the tread area of the tire see Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 5 73 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Your vehicle is equipped with a tire sealant and compressor kit that is capable of temporarily sealing a puncture up to a 1 4 inch 6 mm in ...

Page 390: ... recommended to take your vehicle to an authorized dealer retailer as soon as possible If the sealant is removed within 100 miles 161 km of driving it is easier to clean from the tire and you are less likely to require a replacement tire Accessing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit To access the tire sealant and compressor kit 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 2 13 for more information 2 O...

Page 391: ...alant cannot seal sidewall damage large punctures or a tire that has become unseated from the wheel See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 7 The sealant can only be used to seal one tire After usage the tire sealant canister and sealant air hose assembly must be replaced at a dealer retailer See Removal and Installation of Sealant Canister later in this section Check the tire sealant expiration...

Page 392: ...safety check See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5 72 2 Inspect the punctured tire The sealant can temporarily seal a puncture up to 1 4 inch 6 mm in the tread area of the tire The sealant cannot seal sidewall damage large punctures or a tire that has become unseated from the wheel See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 7 Do not remove any objects that have penetrated the tire 3 Place the tire seal...

Page 393: ...inflation could cause the tire to rupture and you or others could be injured Be sure to read the inflator instructions and inflate the tire to its recommended pressure Do not exceed 35 psi 248 kPa 7 Start the vehicle See Starting the Engine on page 2 27 The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor CAUTION Overinflation could cause the tire to rupture and you or others could be injure...

Page 394: ...ched Notice If the recommended pressure cannot be reached after 20 minutes the vehicle should not be driven farther Damage to the tire is severe and the sealant will not be effective Remove the air compressor plug from the accessory power outlet and unscrew the inflating hose from the tire valve See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 7 for more information 11 Turn the compressor off by pushing ...

Page 395: ...sly and not to exceed 55 mph 90 km h until you have the damaged tire inspected and repaired CAUTION Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store the tire sealant and compressor kit in its original location 18 Return the equipment to its original ...

Page 396: ... you can inflate the tire back up to the recommended inflation pressure 21 Wipe off any sealant from the wheel tire and vehicle 22 Dispose of the sealant canister D and sealant air hose F assembly at a local dealer retailer or in accordance with your local state codes and practices 23 After temporarily sealing a tire with the tire sealant and compressor kit take your vehicle to an authorized deale...

Page 397: ...m by turning clockwise 5 Remove the air compressor accessory plug E from the unit 6 Plug the air compressor accessory plug E into an accessory power outlet in the vehicle See Accessory Power Outlet s on page 3 21 for more information Do not slam the door or close the window on the compressor accessory plug cord CAUTION Idling the engine in a closed in place or with the climate control system off c...

Page 398: ...e the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the air pressure gage E on the top of the unit See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 56 The pressure gage reading is slightly high while the compressor is on Turn the compressor off to get an accurate pressure reading The compressor may be turned on and off until the correct pressure is reached 11 Turn off the air compressor by pushing the On ...

Page 399: ... it counterclockwise 14 Wrap the air only hose G around the side of the air compressor channel to stow it back in its original location 15 Return the equipment to its original storage location of your vehicle Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the sealant canister do the following 1 Unwrap the sealant air hose from the compressor 2 Push the canister release button 3 Pull up...

Page 400: ...icle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in P Park 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the...

Page 401: ...age compartment by squeezing down on the latch tab and pulling the cover off A Tool Bag B Wing Bolt C Jack 2 Remove the wing bolt B by turning it counterclockwise 3 Push the jack C up out of the holding bracket 4 Turn the jack on its side with the bottom facing toward you 5 Pull the jack straight out bottom first The tools you will be using include the jack A and lug wrench B 5 85 ...

Page 402: ...st Shaft Assembly 1 Open the storage compartment door of the convenience center that is nearest the liftgate 2 Move the carpet cutout that is located through the hole of the storage compartment 3 Attach the lug wrench into the hoist shaft 4 Turn the lug wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue turning the wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the ve...

Page 403: ...to check the cable 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable is visible 2 If it is not visible see Secondary Latch System on page 5 93 If it is visible first try to tighten the cable by turning the lug wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice You cannot over tighten the cable 3 Loosen the cable by turning the wrench counterclockwise three or four turns 4 If the spare ti...

Page 404: ... cover with your bare hands Store the wheel cover securely in the rear of the vehicle until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced If your vehicle has aluminum wheels remove the wheel nut caps using the lug wrench 3 Loosen the wheel nuts but do not remove them using the lug wrench For wheels with a wheel lock key use the wheel lock key between the lock nut and lug wrench Notice If your vehicl...

Page 405: ...TION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head in...

Page 406: ... vehicle far enough off the ground so that there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well 8 Remove all the wheel nuts and the flat tire 9 Remove the spare tire heat shield by pulling the rubber latch Store the spare tire heat shield See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 5 96 for more information 5 90 ...

Page 407: ...st or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 84 CAUTION Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts Because the nuts might come loose The vehicle s wheel could fall off causing a crash 10 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 11 Place the spare tire on the wheel mounting surface 12 Put the nuts on by hand by turning the clockwise until the wheel is held a...

Page 408: ...ge 5 120 for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 120 for the wheel nut torque specification 14 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as...

Page 409: ...storing the spare tire correctly CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed next To release the spare tire from the secondary latch CAUTION Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack If the spa...

Page 410: ...r the center of the spare tire 5 Turn the lug wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the secondary latch spring 6 Keep raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place This lets you know that the secondary latch has released and the spare tire is balancing on the jack 7 Lower the jack by turning the lug wrench counterclockwise Keep lowering the jack ...

Page 411: ...ith the other hand 9 Tilt the retainer and slip it through the wheel opening when the spare tire has been completely lowered 10 Turn the lug wrench clockwise to raise the cable back up if the cable is hanging Have the hoist shaft assembly inspected as soon as you can You will not be able to store a spare tire using the hoist assembly until it has been repaired or replaced 5 95 ...

Page 412: ... CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place To store the spare tire 1 Lay the compact spare tire near the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem down 2 Reinstall the plastic spare tire heat shield on the compact spare tire 3 Sl...

Page 413: ...h to tighten the cable Storing the Flat Tire Notice Storing the full size flat tire in the underbody hoist system can expose it to heat from the exhaust system This can damage the tire and underbody hoist system Do not store the full size flat tire in the underbody hoist system 1 Remove the cable package from the jack storage area 2 Remove the small center cap by tapping the back of the cap with t...

Page 414: ...el D then the door striker E and the spare tire heat shield C 6 Hook the other end of the cable onto the outer portion of the liftgate hinge B 7 Pull on the cable to make sure it is secure 8 The metal tube should be centered at the striker 9 Push the tube toward the front of the vehicle 10 Close the liftgate and latch it properly 5 98 ...

Page 415: ...ise 5 To replace the cover line up the tabs on the bottom of the cover with the slots in the cover opening Push the cover in place insuring that the upper front and rear tabs are in the opening and push the cover closed The center latch should be fully engaged This secures the cover in place Store the center cap or the plastic bolt on wheel covers until a full size tire is put back on the vehicle ...

Page 416: ... not use the compact spare on other vehicles And do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They will not fit Keep the spare tire and its wheel together The All Wheel Drive AWD system will be automatically disabled when you use the compact spare To restore the AWD and prevent excessive wear on the clutch in your AWD replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as...

Page 417: ...e to all safety instructions on the label While cleaning your vehicle s interior maintain adequate ventilation by opening your vehicle s doors and windows Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles Your dealer retailer has a product for cleaning your vehicle s glass Should it become necessary you can also obtain a product from your dealer retailer to re...

Page 418: ... the cleaning process that was used with plain water If any of the soil remains a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used test a small hidden area for colorfastness first If the locally cleaned area gives any impression that a ring formation may result clean the entire surface After the cleaning process has been co...

Page 419: ...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 windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may s...

Page 420: ... remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 12 inches 30 cm to the surface of the vehicle Use of power washers exceeding 1 200 ps...

Page 421: ...sible Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster Washing with water is all that is usually needed However you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum A coating of wa...

Page 422: ... of your vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only Use chrome polis...

Page 423: ... underbody 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 spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your...

Page 424: ...rom chrome wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects tires No wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate Medi...

Page 425: ...ntification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code helps identify the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 120 for your vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification Label This label is on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts The label has th...

Page 426: ... you check with your dealer retailer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage would not be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Add on equipment can drain your vehicle s battery even if your vehicle is not operating Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical ...

Page 427: ...rs and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from another fuse location if a fuse goes out Replace the fuse as soo...

Page 428: ...ARE Spare HTD SEAT Front Heated Seats STR WHL ILLUM Steering Wheel Illumination MSM Memory Seat Module PWR MIRRORS Power Mirrors DR LCK Door Locks AIRBAG Airbag System LT TRN SIG Driver Side Turn Signal REAR WIPER Rear Window Wiper Fuse Side 5 112 ...

Page 429: ...em DISPLAY Display RT TRN SIG Passenger Side Turn Signal DRL Daytime Running Lamps RADIO Radio PDM Power Mirrors Liftgate Release Fuses Usage DRL 2 Not Used INFOTAINMENT Infotainment System BCM Body Control Module SPARE Spare CTSY Dome Lamps INADV PWR LED Interior Lamps ONSTR VENT Emissions AMP Audio Amplifier 5 113 ...

Page 430: ...er Side Power Seat Relay RT PWR SEAT Passenger Side Power Seat Relay PWR WNDW Power Windows Relay PWR COLUMN Power Steering Column Relay L GATE Liftgate Relay LCK Power Lock Relay REAR WSW Rear Window Washer Relay Relay Side 5 114 ...

Page 431: ... WSW Front Windshield Washer Relay Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical components on your vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component 5 115 ...

Page 432: ...To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out 5 116 ...

Page 433: ...utside Rearview Mirror LT HI BEAM Left High Beam Headlamp LT LO BEAM Left Low Beam Headlamp Fuses Usage LT PRK Left Parking Lamp LT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Left Stoplamp and Turn Signal ODD COILS Odd Injector Coils PCM IGN Powertrain Control Module Ignition PWR OUTLET Power Outlet REAR CAMERA Rear Camera RR APO Rear Accessory Power Outlet RR HVAC Rear Climate Control System RT HI BEAM Right High Bea...

Page 434: ...Parking Lamps TRLR PWR Trailer Power WPR WSW Windshield Wiper Washer J Case Fuses Usage ABS MTR ABS Motor BATT 1 Battery 1 BATT 2 Battery 2 BATT 3 Battery 3 FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1 FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2 HTD WASH Heated Windshield Washer System HVAC BLWR Climate Control System Blower PWR L GATE Power Liftgate RR DEFOG Rear Defogger S ROOF SUNSHADE Sunroof Sunshade STRTR Starter 5 118 ...

Page 435: ...adlamps HID LO BEAM High Intensity Discharge HID Low Beam Headlamps HORN Horn Relays Usage IGN Ignition Main LT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Left Stoplamp and Turn Signal Lamp PRK LAMP Park Lamp PWR TRN Powertrain RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger RT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Right Stoplamp and Turn Signal Lamp SPARE Spare TRLR BCK UP Trailer Back up Lamps WPR Windshield Wiper WPR HI Windshield Wiper High Speed ...

Page 436: ...see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer retailer for more information Cooling System 12 2 qt 11 6 L Engine Oil with Filter 5 5 qt 5 2 L Fuel Tank 22 0 gal 83 3 L Transmission Fluid 9 5 qt 9 0 L Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft 190 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 437: ...eduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 11 Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 13 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 14 Maintenance Record 6 15 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 438: ... good condition be sure to maintain your vehicle properly Using the Maintenance Schedule We want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we do not know exactly how you will drive it You might drive very short distances only a few times a week Or you might drive long distances all the time in very hot dusty weather You might use your vehicle in making deliveries Or you might dri...

Page 439: ...ment you should have your dealer retailer do these jobs When you go to your dealer retailer for your service needs you will know that trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine parts If you want to purchase service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 16 Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 tells you what should be checked when to ...

Page 440: ...system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 16 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message appears certain services checks and inspections are required Required services are described in the following for Maintenance I and Maintenance II Generally it is recommended that your first service be Maintenance ...

Page 441: ... Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 63 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 9 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See...

Page 442: ...r damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 Change automatic transmission fluid severe service See footnote h Change automatic transmission fluid normal service Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years whiche...

Page 443: ...dshield Backglass and Wiper Blades on page 5 105 for more information e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and safety belt assemblies are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced Also see Checking the Restraint Systems...

Page 444: ...le safety dependability and emission control performance Your dealer retailer can assist with these checks and services Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to the vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 11 At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each...

Page 445: ...ecessary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 63 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 2 34 D...

Page 446: ...PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contact your dealer retailer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK OFF in each shift lever position The ignition should turn to LOCK OFF only when the shift lever is in PARK P The ignition key should come out only in LOCK OFF Contact your dealer retai...

Page 447: ...st every spring use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer retailer Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Oil Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displ...

Page 448: ...hetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 89021677 in Canada 89021678 meeting GM Specification 9986115 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges and Rear Folding Seat Multi Purpose Lubricant Super...

Page 449: ...can be obtained from your dealer retailer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15278634 Engine Oil Filter 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 12611882 41 107 Wiper Blades Driver 24 6 inches 62 5 cm 15254805 Passenger 20 8 inches 53 0 cm 15254804 Rear 11 6 inches 30 0 cm 15276259 6 13 ...

Page 450: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 3 6L V6 Engine 6 14 ...

Page 451: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 can be added on the following record pages You should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15 ...

Page 452: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Page 453: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Page 454: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Page 455: ... 7 10 Courtesy Transportation 7 10 Collision Damage Repair 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects 7 15 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 15 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 15 Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn 7 16 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 7 18 Event Data Recorders 7 18 OnStar 7 19 Navigation System 7 19...

Page 456: ...U S contact the Saturn Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 553 6000 In Canada call the Saturn Customer Communication Centre at 1 800 263 1999 A Saturn Customer Assistance Center team member will handle your call and assist in providing product and warranty information the nearest retailer location roadside assistance brochures literature and discuss any concerns you may have We encourage y...

Page 457: ...ou our customer Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case is generally heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you can reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you Contact the BBB Auto Line Program by using the to...

Page 458: ...ttlement 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 courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 Alternatively ...

Page 459: ...on 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 handy tools and forms with greater ease Here are a few of the valuable tools and services you will have access to My Showroom Find and save information on vehicles and current offers in your area My Deale...

Page 460: ...mer Assistance Offices Saturn encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a customer wishes to write to Saturn the letter should be addressed to Saturn Customer Assistance Center 100 Saturn Parkway Mail Code 371 999 S24 Spring Hill TN 37174 1500 1 800 553 6000 1 800 833 6000 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 553 6000 In Canada write to Saturn Custome...

Page 461: ...bility visit your Saturn retailer or call the Saturn Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 553 6000 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 6000 In Canada customers may call the Saturn Customer Communication Centre at 1 800 263 1999 TTY users in Canada may call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program For vehicles purchased in the U S call 1 800 553 6000 Text Telephone TTY 1 800 889 2438 For vehic...

Page 462: ...dentification before lock out service is provided In Canada the vehicle registration is also required Emergency Tow From a Public Roadway or Highway Tow to the nearest Saturn retailer for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling crash Winch out assistance is provided when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Installation of a spare tire in good condition when eq...

Page 463: ...da Only There could be times when Roadside Assistance cannot provide timely assistance Your advisor may authorize you to secure local emergency road service and you will be reimbursed up to 100 upon submission of the original receipt to Roadside Assistance In many instances mechanical failures may be covered However any cost for parts and labor for non warranty repairs are the responsibility of th...

Page 464: ...nvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership retailer let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer retailer requests you to bring the vehicle for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as pos...

Page 465: ...ler for information regarding the allowance amounts for reimbursement of fuel or other transportation costs Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your retailer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for an overnight warranty repair Rental reimbursement will be limited and must be supported by original receipts This ...

Page 466: ...s of the vehicle A recycled original equipment GM part may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle s originally designed appearance and safety performance however the history of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that warranty Aftermarket collision parts are also available These are made b...

Page 467: ...s If a Crash Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in a crash Check to make sure that you are all right If you are uninjured make sure that no one else in your vehicle or the other vehicle is injured If there has been an injury call emergency services for help Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters have been taken care of Move your vehicle only if its position puts you in dang...

Page 468: ...e 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 GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repair facility of choice take your vehicle there or have it towed there Specify to the facility that any required replacement ...

Page 469: ...e involved in individual problems between you your retailer or Saturn Corporation To contact NHTSA call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S E Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Reporting Safety Defec...

Page 470: ...ring Information Service Manuals A variety of publications are available to you Saturn service manuals are written for trained technicians and in some cases specialized tools and equipment are necessary to complete certain repairs However the manuals are available to owners who either have the training or wish to gain a greater understanding of the technical aspect of their Saturn For additional p...

Page 471: ...the field We then prepare bulletins for servicing our products better You can get these bulletins too Bulletins cover various subjects Some pertain to the proper use and care of your vehicle Some describe costly repairs Others describe inexpensive repairs which if done on time with the latest parts may avoid future costly repairs Some bulletins tell a technician how to repair a new or unexpected c...

Page 472: ...preferences such as radio pre sets seat positions and temperature settings Event Data Recorders This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or near crash like situations such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related t...

Page 473: ...aw Data that Saturn collects or receives may also be used for Saturn research needs or may be made available to others for research purposes where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner OnStar If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to the OnStar services please refer to the OnStar Terms and Conditions for information on data collection and use See als...

Page 474: ... NOTES 7 20 ...

Page 475: ... 66 All Wheel Drive 5 43 All Wheel Drive AWD System 4 9 Antilock Brake System ABS 4 5 Anti lock Brake System Warning Light 3 46 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 106 Care of Safety Belts 5 103 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 107 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 104 Fabric Carpet 5 102 Finish Care 5 104 Finish Damage 5 107 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 103 Interior ...

Page 476: ...4 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 5 45 License Plate Lamps 5 47 Bulb Replacement cont Replacement Bulbs 5 47 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps 5 46 Buying New Tires 5 65 C Calibration 2 39 California Fuel 5 6 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 5 4 California Proposition 65 Warning 5 4 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 120 Carbon Monoxide 2 14 2 ...

Page 477: ... Maintenance 5 107 Washing Your Vehicle 5 104 Weatherstrips 5 103 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades 5 105 Climate Control System 3 23 Dual Automatic 3 26 Outlet Adjustment 3 34 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System 3 34 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System Electronic 3 36 Clock Setting 3 84 Collision Damage Repair 7 12 Compact Spare Tire 5 100 Compass 2 39 Compressor Kit Tire Sealant 5 ...

Page 478: ... 16 Delayed Locking 2 11 Diesel Running Out of Fuel 2 38 Disc MP3 3 104 3 108 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 4 Dome Lamp Override 3 18 Dome Lamps 3 18 Door Delayed Locking 2 11 Locks 2 10 Power Door Locks 2 11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 11 Rear Door Security Locks 2 12 Driver Seat Height Adjuster 1 3 Driver Information Center DIC 3 54 DIC Operation and Displays 3 54 3 60 DIC Vehicle Custom...

Page 479: ...oolant Temperature Gage 3 47 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 3 47 Drive Belt Routing 6 14 Engine Compartment Overview 5 12 Exhaust 2 37 Oil 5 13 Oil Life System 5 16 Engine cont Overheated Protection Operating Mode 5 25 Overheating 5 23 Starting 2 27 Entry Lighting 3 18 Event Data Recorders 7 18 Extender Safety Belt 1 38 Exterior Lamps 3 15 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 18 Finish Damage 5 107 Fl...

Page 480: ...ine Coolant Temperature 3 47 Fuel 3 53 Speedometer 3 39 Tachometer 3 39 Voltmeter Gage 3 44 Garage Door Opener 2 50 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Specifications 5 6 Glove Box 2 55 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 7 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 11 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Headlamps Bulb Replacement 5 45 Daytime Running Lamps Automatic Headlamp System 3 16 Delayed 3 16 Exterior Lamps 3 15 Fl...

Page 481: ...Tire 5 73 Instrument Panel Brightness 3 17 Cluster 3 38 Overview 3 4 Storage Area 2 55 J Jump Starting 5 38 K Keyless Entry System 2 4 Keys 2 3 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 5 50 Lamps Courtesy 3 17 Dome 3 18 Dome Lamp Override 3 18 Reading 3 20 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 32 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 49 License Plate Lamps 5 47 Liftgate Carbon Monoxide 2 13 Liftgate Power 2 14 Light Airbag Readiness 3 4...

Page 482: ...wer Door 2 11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 11 Rear Door Security Locks 2 12 Loss of Control 4 12 Luggage Carrier 2 58 Lumbar Manual Controls 1 4 Power Controls 1 5 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 6 6 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Introduction 6 2 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Maintenance Record 6 15 Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 1...

Page 483: ...ery 4 12 Oil Engine 5 13 Pressure Light 3 51 Oil Engine Oil Life System 5 16 Older Children Restraints 1 39 Online Owner Center 7 5 OnStar Privacy 7 19 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 2 47 Operation Universal Home Remote System 2 51 Orange Covered Wiring 5 110 Other Warning Devices 3 7 Outlet Adjustment 3 34 Outlets Accessory Power 3 21 Outside Convex Mirror 2 43 Heated Mirrors 2 43 Power Foldaway...

Page 484: ...9 OnStar 7 19 Radio Frequency Identification 7 19 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 11 R Radiator Pressure Cap 5 23 Radio Frequency Identification RFID Privacy 7 19 Radio s 3 86 Radios Navigation Radio System see Navigation Manual 3 115 Rear Seat Audio 3 124 Reception 3 127 Setting the Clock 3 84 Theft Deterrent 3 126 Reading Lamps 3 20 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System 3 34 Rear Air Cond...

Page 485: ...rash 1 81 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 27 Roadside Assistance Program 7 7 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 22 Routing Engine Drive Belt 6 14 Running Out of Fuel 2 38 S Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 39 Safety Belts Care of 5 103 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 23 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 32 Safety Belt Extender 1 38 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 38 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 1 18 Safety...

Page 486: ... 100 Installing 5 88 Removing 5 85 Storing 5 96 Specifications Capacities 5 120 Speedometer 3 39 StabiliTrak Indicator Light 3 46 Stabilitrak System 4 6 Start Vehicle Remote 2 7 Starting the Engine 2 27 Steering 4 9 Steering Wheel Controls Audio 3 126 Steering Wheel Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column 3 8 Steering Wheel Tilt and Telescopic 3 7 Storage Areas Cargo Management System 2 59...

Page 487: ...t Tire 5 88 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 85 Secondary Latch System 5 93 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5 96 Tires cont Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 5 73 Tire Sidewall Labeling 5 50 Tire Terminology and Definitions 5 53 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 68 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 70 Wheel Replacement 5 70 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 64 Tow Haul Mode 2 33 Tow Haul Mode ...

Page 488: ...tors 3 37 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 3 64 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 7 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 70 Different Size 5 67 Replacement 5 70 Where to Put the Restraint 1 48 Windows 2 18 Power 2 19 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 105 Washer 3 10 Washer Fluid 5 33 Wiper Blade Replacement 5 48 Wiper Fuses...

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