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Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1

Front Seats

............................................... 1-2

Safety Belts

.............................................. 1-6

Child Restraints

....................................... 1-22

Airbag System

......................................... 1-36

Restraint System Check

............................ 1-50

Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1

Keys

........................................................ 2-2

Doors and Locks

....................................... 2-6

Windows

................................................. 2-10

Theft-Deterrent Systems

............................ 2-12

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

........... 2-16

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-29

OnStar

System

...................................... 2-30

Storage Areas

......................................... 2-33

Convertible Top

....................................... 2-34

Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1

Instrument Panel Overview

.......................... 3-4

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-17

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

........ 3-20

Driver Information Center (DIC)

.................. 3-38

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-50

Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

..... 4-2

Towing

................................................... 4-28

Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1

Service

..................................................... 5-3

Fuel

......................................................... 5-5

Checking Things Under the Hood

............... 5-10

Rear Axle

............................................... 5-44

Headlamp Aiming

..................................... 5-44

Bulb Replacement

.................................... 5-44

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

......... 5-49

Tires

...................................................... 5-50

Appearance Care

..................................... 5-84

Vehicle Identification

................................. 5-93

Electrical System

...................................... 5-94

Capacities and Specifications

..................... 5-99

Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1

Maintenance Schedule

................................ 6-2

Customer Assistance Information .................... 7-1

Customer Assistance and Information

........... 7-2

Reporting Safety Defects

........................... 7-14

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

........... 7-16

Index ................................................................ 1

2008 Saturn SKY Owner Manual

Summary of Contents for 2008 Sky

Page 1: ...Information Center DIC 3 38 Audio System s 3 50 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 28 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Rear Axle 5 44 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Bulb Replacement 5 44 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 49 Tires 5 50 Appearance Care 5 84 Vehicle Identification 5 93 Electrical System 5 94 Ca...

Page 2: ... one entertainment system may be offered or your vehicle may have been ordered without a front passenger or rear seats 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 www helminc com Propriétaires Canadiens On peut obtenir un ex...

Page 3: ...d the 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 We tell you what the hazard is and what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Pleas...

Page 4: ... The 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 operat...

Page 5: ...er Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 31 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 32 Airbag System 1 36 Where Are the Airbags 1 38 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 40 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 41 How Does an Airbag Restrain 1 41 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 1 42 Passenger Sensing System 1 43 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 48 Adding Equipment t...

Page 6: ...Lift the lever located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place Seat Height Adjuster Your vehicle may have a power driver s seat height adjuster The switch is located on the front of the driver s seat on the outboard side To use the adjuster first move the seat to wh...

Page 7: ...hile the vehicle is 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 To adjust the seatback turn the knob on the outboard side of the seatback until the seatback is in the desired position 1 3 ...

Page 8: ... 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 pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Do not have a seatback r...

Page 9: ...ard This allows access to the map pocket on the rear of the seatback To fold the seatback forward lift the latch and push the seatback forward CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 1 5 ...

Page 10: ...side 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 equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Your vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle your safety belts See Safety Belt Reminders on page ...

Page 11: ... 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 goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 7 ...

Page 12: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 8 ...

Page 13: ...anel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make such good sense 1 9 ...

Page 14: ...elts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you are in a crash even one that is not your fault you and...

Page 15: ...out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt there is important information you should know Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to th...

Page 16: ...oose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body 1 12 ...

Page 17: ...tion 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 13 ...

Page 18: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not on the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 14 ...

Page 19: ...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 15 ...

Page 20: ...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 16 ...

Page 21: ...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 17 ...

Page 22: ...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 18 ...

Page 23: ...is happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If you ever pull the shoulder portion of a passenger belt out all the way you may engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure I...

Page 24: ...o unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way When the safety belt is not in use slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing The latch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety belt near the guide loop Before you close a door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle 1 20 ...

Page 25: ... safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 51 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding througho...

Page 26: ...ill be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing child seats To wear it attach it to the regular safety belt For more information see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgr...

Page 27: ...If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a cras...

Page 28: ...s Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt cannot properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time 1 24 ...

Page 29: ...d would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child might slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The child could also move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 25 ...

Page 30: ...er 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 CAUTION Peopl...

Page 31: ...s plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide 1 27 ...

Page 32: ...t will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck T...

Page 33: ... belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children 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 crash acts to kee...

Page 34: ...ame with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual To help reduce the chance of injury the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt 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 re...

Page 35: ...a crash Some vehicles have lower and or top tether anchors designed to secure a child restraint with lower attachments and or a top tether Some child restraints with a top tether are designed to be used whether the top tether is anchored or not Other child restraints require that the top tether be anchored A national or local law may require that the top tether be anchored In Canada the law requir...

Page 36: ...ar facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turne...

Page 37: ...osition Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passenger Airbag Status Indicato...

Page 38: ...h down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 1 34 ...

Page 39: ...ff Remove the child restraint from the vehicle 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 Remove any addition...

Page 40: ...gs are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt even if you have airbags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of...

Page 41: ... 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 the edge of your seat or leaning forward Safety belts help keep you in positio...

Page 42: ... secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 22 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 26 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 24 for more informa...

Page 43: ...an airbag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering 1 39 ...

Page 44: ...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 vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If the vehicle goes ...

Page 45: ... related hardware are all part of the airbag module Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbag...

Page 46: ...nt 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 the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by open...

Page 47: ...ing and Privacy on page 7 16 and Event Data Recorders on page 7 16 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag system Improper service can mean that the 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 48: ...eat 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 s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off...

Page 49: ...he child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s directions and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 1 32 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 t...

Page 50: ...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 51: ...ditional 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 48 for more informat...

Page 52: ...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 your vehicle s frame bumper system height front end or side sheet metal they may keep the airbag system from working properly Changing ...

Page 53: ...mer Assistance before you modify your vehicle 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 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can I find out whether this will affect my airbag system A If you have questions call Customer Assistance The ph...

Page 54: ...e safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 23 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 5 87 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 24 for more information Notice If an airbag covering is da...

Page 55: ...or crash nothing may be necessary But the belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer retailer to have your safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt was not being used at the time of the crash If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See the part on the airbag...

Page 56: ... NOTES 1 52 ...

Page 57: ...k In 2 16 Ignition Positions 2 16 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 18 Starting the Engine Key Access 2 18 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 20 Manual Transmission Operation 2 23 Parking Brake 2 24 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transmission 2 25 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 26 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission 2 27 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 27 Engine Exhaust 2 27 Running the Engine While P...

Page 58: ...jured or killed 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 Your vehicle has a vehicle theft deterrent system The key has a transponder in the key head that is electronically coded to match a decoder in your vehicle that allows the key to start the vehicle If a replacement key or any additional key is...

Page 59: ...plies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you...

Page 60: ...Vehicle Personalization on page 3 45 V Trunk Release Press and hold this button for approximately one second to release the trunk lid The trunk release will only work if the ignition is off or the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph 3 km h L Vehicle Locator Panic Alarm Press and release this button to help locate your vehicle The horn will sound three times and the hazard lamps will flash three times...

Page 61: ...s weak the transmitter will not work within its normal range It is probably time to change the battery if you have to be very close to the vehicle before the transmitter works Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a flat object with ...

Page 62: ...an easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle From the outside turn the key in the driver s door lock cylinder briefly counterclockwise to unlock the driver s door Turn and hold it to unlock all the doors You can also use the remote keyless entry transmit...

Page 63: ... key is in the ignition this feature will not lock the doors Automatic Door Lock The vehicle s doors are programmed to lock when the shift lever is moved into a forward gear If someone needs to get in or out of the vehicle after the doors have been locked place the shift lever into PARK P You may also unlock all doors using the power door lock switch or unlock one door using the inside manual door...

Page 64: ...Trunk Release following To close the trunk push down firmly from the rear center of the trunk lid CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You cannot see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through t...

Page 65: ...rgency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk enabling them to open the trunk from the inside There is a glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the driver s side This handle will glow following...

Page 66: ...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 10 ...

Page 67: ...dows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows On vehicles with power windows the sw...

Page 68: ...hicle may have a driver s side vanity mirror Swing down the sun visor and slide the cover to expose the mirror Theft Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal Content Theft Deterrent Your vehicle may have a content theft deterrent alarm sy...

Page 69: ...mitter or open the trunk using the transmitter without having to disarm and re arm the system Once the system is disarmed the security light will stop flashing How the System Alarm is Activated To activate the system if it is armed Open the driver s door or trunk This causes a ten second pre alarm chirping noise followed by the horn sounding and lights flashing for 30 seconds Open a passenger s do...

Page 70: ...d void authorization to use this equipment PASS Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle PASS Key III Operation Your vehicle has PASS Key III Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key III is a passive theft deterrent system The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition You do not have to...

Page 71: ...to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system To program the new key 1 Verify that the new key has a 1 stamped on it 2 Insert the already programmed key in the ignition and start the engine If the engine will not start see your dealer retailer for service 3 After the engine has started turn the key to LOCK OFF and remove the key 4 Insert the key to be prog...

Page 72: ...his time the new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Following break in engine speed and load can be gradually increased Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch you can turn it to four different positions In order to shift out of PARK P i...

Page 73: ...is position operates some of your electrical accessories It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition R ON RUN This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch The switch stays in ON RUN when the engine is running But even when the engine is not running you can use ON RUN to operate your electrical accessories and to display some warning and indicator lig...

Page 74: ...f Audio System Power Windows The radio will work when the key is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY Once the key is turned off power to the radio and windows will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened Starting the Engine Place the transmission in the proper gear Automatic Transmission Move the shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N The engine will not start in any other position th...

Page 75: ... 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 to the f...

Page 76: ...ning the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You must fully apply your regular brakes first and then press the shift lever button bef...

Page 77: ...ition the engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only You can also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shi...

Page 78: ...RIVE D without using your brakes You might choose FOURTH 4 instead of DRIVE D when driving on hilly winding roads and when going down a steep hill INTERMEDIATE I This position is also used for normal driving However it reduces the vehicle s speed without using your brakes for slight downgrades where the vehicle would otherwise accelerate due to steepness of grade If constant upshifting or downshif...

Page 79: ...To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use this position when you start or idle your engine REVERSE R To back up press the clutch pedal After the vehicle stops shift into REVERSE R Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal If it is hard to shif...

Page 80: ...u can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down If you forget to release your parking brake a chime will sound and a warning message will be displayed in the Driver Information Center DIC when the vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph 8 kph See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 41 Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake...

Page 81: ...icle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Automatic Transmission CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even cat...

Page 82: ...Out of PARK P 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 movement of the shift lever out of PARK P unless the ignition is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal is applied The shift lock release is a...

Page 83: ...r 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 damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when d...

Page 84: ...n be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 18 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be s...

Page 85: ...ns located at the bottom of the mirror face See your dealer retailer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar See OnStar System on page 2 30 for more information on the services OnStar provides Outside Power Mirrors The controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver s door Move the selector switch located below the four way control pad to the left or righ...

Page 86: ...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 87: ...ubscribers 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 Verizon Wireless service plan in the U S or a Bell Mobility service plan in Canada depending on eligibility To find out more refer to the OnStar Owner s Guide in the vehicle s glove box visi...

Page 88: ... unless your vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area OnStar service also cannot work unless you are in a place where the wireless service provider OnStar has hired for that area has coverage network capacity and reception when the service is needed and technology that is compatible with the OnStar service Not all services are av...

Page 89: ...r side of the center console To access it press and release the forward section of the cupholder Center Console Storage There is also an upright center console storage area between the seatbacks To open the storage area press and release the button near the top so it extends out Then turn the button in either direction to unlatch the lid and pull the console lid down Press the release button back ...

Page 90: ...ere are objects in the storage area could damage it or break the glass rear window Always verify that no objects are in the storage area before lowering the convertible top Notice Lowering the top if it is damp wet or dirty can cause stains mildew and damage to the inside of your vehicle Dry off the top before lowering it Notice If you lower the top on your vehicle in cold weather 0 F 18 C or lowe...

Page 91: ...ace and set the parking brake Shift an automatic transmission into PARK P Shift a manual transmission into FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 Make sure the ignition is turned off 4 Push the trunk release button located in the glove box or on the remote keyless entry if equipped 5 Lift the trunk 6 The convertible top front latch located above the inside rearview mirror must be unlatched Pull the latch down and...

Page 92: ...protective film has been installed at the factory on the trunk lid surface under the convertible top buttresses This film is designed to help prevent paint damage to the trunk lid Do not remove this protective film It is intended to remain permanently affixed to the trunk lid surface Raising the Manual Convertible Top 1 Park on a level surface set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic tr...

Page 93: ...h handle clockwise to latch the convertible top 8 Close the trunk D by pressing down from the rear center of it with a swift firm motion 9 At the rear edge of the convertible top press down on the two buttresses C to latch them into the top of the trunk A clear Mylar protective film has been installed at the factory on the trunk lid surface under the convertible top buttresses This film is designe...

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Page 95: ... 3 16 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 16 Climate Controls 3 17 Climate Control System 3 17 Outlet Adjustment 3 20 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 20 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 21 Speedometer and Odometer 3 22 Tachometer 3 22 Safety Belt Reminders 3 23 Airbag Readiness Light 3 24 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 25 Charging System Light 3 27 Brake System Warning Light 3 27 Antilock Brake...

Page 96: ...38 DIC Operation and Displays 3 38 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 41 DIC Vehicle Personalization 3 45 Audio System s 3 50 Setting the Time 3 51 Radio s 3 54 Using an MP3 3 64 XM Radio Messages 3 69 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 70 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 71 Radio Reception 3 71 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 72 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 72 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

Page 97: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 98: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 99: ...river Information Center DIC on page 3 38 K Horn See Horn on page 3 6 L Windshield Wiper Washer Controls See Windshield Wipers on page 3 9 and Windshield Washer on page 3 10 M Climate Controls See Climate Control System on page 3 17 N Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3 25 O Shift Lever See Manual Transmission Operation on page 2 23 See Automatic Tran...

Page 100: ...o not work The hazard warning flashers work no matter what position the key is in and even if the key is not in the ignition switch Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn To sound the horn press the center pad on the steering wheel Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering whe...

Page 101: ...ultifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following GTurn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 3 8 53Headlamp High Low Beam Changer See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 8 Flash to Pass See Flash to Pass on page 3 8 OExterior Lamp Control See Headlamps on page 3 13 3 7 ...

Page 102: ...idly 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 the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 94 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the turn signal lever away from you When the high b...

Page 103: ...frequency of the wipes Smaller bars mean the wipers movement is less frequent Larger bars mean the movement is more frequent 6 Low Speed Move the lever up to the first setting past intermittent for steady wiping at low speed 1 High Speed Move the lever up to the second setting past intermittent for wiping at high speed 8 Mist Move the lever all the way down to this position for a single wiping cyc...

Page 104: ...d is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision When the button is released the washers stop but the wipers continue to wipe about three times or resume the previous speed Cruise Control With cruise control your vehicle can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Crui...

Page 105: ... button to set a speed and to decrease the speed To set a speed do the following 1 Press the on off button to turn cruise control on The indicator light on the button will come on 2 Get to the speed desired 3 Press the SET control button and release it The CRUISE ENGAGED message will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC to show the system is on 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Res...

Page 106: ... Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed When you take your foot off the pedal the vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works 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 acc...

Page 107: ...f turn of the switch to off on will turn off the Automatic Headlamp System An AUTO LIGHTS OFF message will display on the Driver Information Center DIC and a chime will sound Turning the switch to off on again will turn the Automatic Headlamp System back on An AUTO LIGHTS ON message will display on the Driver Information Center DIC The Automatic Headlamp System is always turned on at the beginning...

Page 108: ...tem is on the taillamps sidemarker lamps and instrument panel lights will not be on The DRL system turns off on U S vehicles by using the on off switch for one ignition cycle if the vehicle is in the PARK P position or if the vehicle speed is less than 5 mph 8 km h after the vehicle is started For vehicles first sold in Canada the DRL system will turn off when a automatic transmission vehicle is i...

Page 109: ...tion is turned on These lamps will also go on when you press the trunk release unlock symbol button or the horn symbol on the Remote Keyless Entry System RKE Transmitter The lamps inside the vehicle will stay on for about 20 seconds after the key is removed from the ignition to provide an illuminated exit Mirror Reading Lamps Your vehicle has reading lamps on the rearview mirror Push the button to...

Page 110: ...rage rating of 20 amperes Check with your dealer retailer before adding electrical equipment When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the installation instructions included with the equipment Notice Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for ...

Page 111: ...conditioning will not function if the fan is turned off If air conditioning is selected with fan off the indicator light flashes three times and then turns off There could be a slight change in engine performance when the air conditioning compressor turns off and turns on again This is normal The system is designed to make adjustments to help with fuel economy while still maintaining the selected ...

Page 112: ...odors from entering the vehicle and cool the air inside the vehicle more quickly Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on or off An indicator light on the button comes on while the recirculation mode is activated Recirculation is available in the bi level and vent modes If recirculation is selected in either floor heat floor defog or defrost mode the indicator light flashes three times ...

Page 113: ...e side window outlets When this mode is selected the system runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is near or below freezing Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible An indicator lig...

Page 114: ...s the warning lights and gages on your 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 also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As the details show on the next...

Page 115: ... to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel is left in the tank and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically United States Base Cluster shown Canada and Uplevel similar 3 21 ...

Page 116: ... without the vehicle running Open the driver s door and the mileage will be displayed briefly If your vehicle ever needs a new odometer installed the new one will be set to the correct mileage total of the old odometer Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Notice If you operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area your vehicle could ...

Page 117: ...the chime nor the light will come on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the engine is started a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt This would only occur if the passenger airbag is enabled See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 43 for more information The passenger safety belt light located on the instrument panel w...

Page 118: ...u start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To help avoid injury to yourself or oth...

Page 119: ...mbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger s frontal airbag A child in a rear facing child restraint can be...

Page 120: ...assenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 43 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds both status indicator lights remain on or if there are no lights at all there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system See your dealer retailer for service CAUTION If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster e...

Page 121: ...ve belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part is not working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both p...

Page 122: ...stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Antilock Brake System Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System ABS this light will come on briefly when you start the engine That is normal If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the ABS light stays on turn the ignition off if the light comes on when you are driv...

Page 123: ...h feature s is no longer functioning and whether it is because of the driver turning off the feature s or the system may not be working properly and your vehicle requires service If the TCS is disabled wheel spin will not be limited If the ESC system is disabled the system will not aid in maintaining vehicle directional control In either case adjust your driving accordingly If the light is on and ...

Page 124: ...ne coolant temperature warning light on This light will also come on briefly when starting your vehicle If it does not have your vehicle serviced Low Coolant Warning Light This light comes on briefly when you turn your ignition on If this light comes on and stays on the coolant level in your vehicle is low If the light is on you may have a serious overheating problem Notice Driving with the low co...

Page 125: ... the light See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 41 for more information Stop and check your tires as soon as it is safe to do so If underinflated inflate to the proper pressure See Tires on page 5 50 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 will flash for about a minute and then...

Page 126: ...osing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while the emission controls might not work as well your vehicle s fuel economy might not be as good and the engine might not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your ve...

Page 127: ...fe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park the vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer retailer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You might be able to correct the emission system malf...

Page 128: ...d Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check e...

Page 129: ...or changing engine oil This light will come on briefly when you start your engine If it does not have your vehicle serviced When the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through your engine properly You could be low on oil and you might have some other system problem Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle s security system see Content Theft Dete...

Page 130: ...may be reduced The performance may be reduced until the next time you drive your vehicle If this light stays on see your dealer retailer as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 8 for more information Trunk Ajar Light This light will come on briefly when the engine is star...

Page 131: ...ank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage doesn t go back to empty when you turn off the ignition For your fuel tank capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 99 Low Fuel Warning Light This light below the fuel gage will come on briefly when the engine is...

Page 132: ...r the personalization menu See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 45 for more information DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is on The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons The button functions are detailed in the following Information Modes INFO Information Press this button to scroll through the following vehicle information modes...

Page 133: ...r driving conditions change this data is gradually updated The FUEL RANGE mode cannot be reset MPG L 100 KM AVG Average Press the information button until MPG L 100 KM AVG displays This mode shows how many miles per gallon mpg or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions To reset the average fuel economy press and hold the reset button ...

Page 134: ...e Engine Oil Life System under Engine Oil Life System on page 5 19 COOLANT Press the information button until COOLANT displays This mode shows the temperature of the engine coolant in either degrees Fahrenheit F or degrees Celsius C Tire Pressure The pressure for each tire can be viewed in the DIC The tire pressure is shown in either pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa Press the informat...

Page 135: ...ystem serviced by your dealer retailer as soon as possible CHANGE OIL SOON This message displays when the life of the engine oil has expired and it should be changed When this message is acknowledged and cleared from the display the engine oil life system must still be reset separately See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 19 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information CHECK GAS CAP ...

Page 136: ...y Control ACTIVE If your vehicle has Electronic Stability Control ESC this message displays and the ESC TCS light on the instrument panel cluster flashes when ESC is assisting you with directional control of the vehicle You may feel or hear the system working and see this message displayed in the DIC Slippery road conditions may exist when this message is displayed so adjust your driving according...

Page 137: ...te Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 4 LOW COOLANT This message displays when there is a low level of engine coolant Have the cooling system serviced by your dealer retailer as soon as possible See Engine Coolant on page 5 24 for more information LOW TRACTION If your vehicle has the Traction Control System TCS this message displays and the ESC TCS light on the instrument panel cluster f...

Page 138: ... off and then back on If this message still stays on or turns back on again while you are driving your vehicle needs service Have the ESC inspected by your dealer retailer as soon as possible SERVICE TRACTION If your vehicle has the Traction Control System TCS this message displays and a chime sounds when the system is not functioning properly The ESC TCS light also appears on the instrument panel...

Page 139: ... Trunk Ajar Light on page 3 36 for more information DIC Vehicle Personalization Your vehicle has personalization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to a preferred setting All of the features listed may not be available on your vehicle Only the features available will be displayed on the DIC The default settings for the features were set when your vehicle left the factory but m...

Page 140: ...t a setting and move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC LOCK HORN This feature which allows the vehicle s horn to chirp every time the lock button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is pressed can be enabled or disabled When LOCK HORN appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll ...

Page 141: ...played on the DIC LIGHT FLASH This feature which allows the vehicle s exterior hazard turn signal lighting to flash every time the lock unlock or trunk release buttons on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter are pressed can be enabled or disabled When LIGHT FLASH appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings OFF The exte...

Page 142: ... Programmable Automatic Door Unlock on page 2 7 for more information To select a setting and move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC UNLK Unlock Automatic Transmission Only This screen displays only if your vehicle has an automatic transmission and DRIVER or ALL is selected for the AUTO UNLK feature This feature determines when the...

Page 143: ...n to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC will display When LANGUAGE appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings ENGLISH default All messages will appear in English FRENCH All messages will ap...

Page 144: ...vorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite radio stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them Notice Before 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 y...

Page 145: ...ute numbers are flashing turn the f tune knob located on the upper right side of the radio clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the time 4 Press the H button again until the clock display stops flashing to set the currently displayed time otherwise the flashing stops after five seconds and the current time displayed is automatically set To change the time default setting from 12 h...

Page 146: ...the right SEEK arrow or FWD button To decrease the time or date press the left SEEK arrow or sREV button or turn the f knob located on the upper right side of the radio The date does not automatically display To see the date press the H button while the radio is on The date with display times out after a few seconds and goes back to the normal radio and time display Six Disc CD MP3 Player This typ...

Page 147: ...U button and then the H button while the radio is on The date with display times out after a few seconds and goes back to the normal radio and time display 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 instructions 1 Press the H button and then the pushbutton located under the forward arrow label ...

Page 148: ...nformation from these stations and only works when the information is available While the radio is tuned to an FM RDS station the station name or call letters display In rare cases a radio station can broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station Radio with CD Base Radio with CD MP3 shown Radio with Six Disc CD MP3 simil...

Page 149: ...o switch between FM1 and FM2 AM or XM if equipped The selection displays f Tune Turn to select radio stations SEEK Press the arrows to go to the previous or to the next station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either arrow for a few seconds until a beep sounds The radio goes to a station plays for a few seconds then goes on to the next station Press either arrow again to stop scannin...

Page 150: ...ogrammed as favorites using the six pushbuttons positioned below the radio station frequency labels and by using the radio favorites page button FAV button Press the FAV button to go through up to six pages of favorites each having six favorite stations available per page Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM FM or XM if equipped stations To store a station as a favorite perform...

Page 151: ...ge or Treble To adjust bass midrange or treble press the f knob until the tone control labels display Continue pressing to highlight the desired label or press the pushbutton positioned under the desired label Turn the f knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the highlighted setting The highlighted setting can be adjusted by pressing either SEEK arrow FWD forward or sREV reverse button until...

Page 152: ...e than two seconds A beep sounds and the level adjusts to the middle position To quickly adjust all speaker and tone controls to the middle position press the f knob for more than two seconds until a beep sounds Finding a Category CAT Station CAT Category The CAT button is used to find XM stations while the radio is in the XM mode To find XM channels within a desired category perform the following...

Page 153: ...t means that the radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and it must be returned to your dealer retailer for service Loc or 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 dealer retailer XM Satellite Radio Service XM is ...

Page 154: ...nition or radio is turned on the CD starts playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source When a CD is inserted the CD symbol displays on the CD As each new track starts to play the track number displays The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner Care of Your CDs If playing a CD R...

Page 155: ...thout any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If an error displays see CD Messages later in this section ZEJECT Press to eject CD s To eject the CD that is currently playing press and release this button A beep sounds and Ejecting Disc displays Once the disc is ejected Remove Disc displays The CD can be removed If the...

Page 156: ...cks from the single CD in random order press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label until Random Current Disc displays Press the pushbutton again to turn off random play Press the CD AUX button or for a six disc CD player press and hold the LOAD 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...

Page 157: ... see Using an MP3 on page 3 64 later in this section CD Messages CHECK DISC If an error message displays and or the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid...

Page 158: ...adjustments might need to be made from the portable device BAND Press to listen to the radio while a portable audio device is playing The portable audio device continues to play so you might want to stop it or turn it off CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press to play a CD while a portable audio device is playing Press again and the system begins to play audio from the connected portable audio player If a port...

Page 159: ...the length of the file folder or playlist names Long file folder or playlist names or a combination of a large number of files and folders or playlists can cause the player to be unable to play up to the maximum number of files folders playlists or sessions If you wish to play a large number of files folders playlists or sessions minimize the length of the file folder or playlist name Long names a...

Page 160: ...When displaying the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT When the CD R or CD RW contains only playlists and compressed audio files but no folders all files are located under the root folder The folder down and the folder up buttons search playlists Px first and then goes to the root folder When the radio displays the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT Order of Play Tracks recorded to...

Page 161: ...starts to play where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source As each new track starts to play the track number and song title displays Z EJECT Press this button to eject CD R s or CD RW s To eject the CD R or CD RW that is currently playing press and release this button A beep sounds and Ejecting Disc displays Once the disc is ejected Remove Disc displays The CD R or CD RW can be remov...

Page 162: ...bel until Randomize All Discs displays Press the same pushbutton again to turn off random play h Music Navigator Use the music navigator feature to play MP3 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 can take several minutes to scan the dis...

Page 163: ... 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 XM Radio Messages XL Explicit Language Channels These channels or any others can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 XM Updating The encryption code in the receiver is being updated a...

Page 164: ...io ID If tuned to channel 0 this message alternates with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the service Unknown If this message is received when tuned to channel 0 there could be a receiver fault Consult with your dealer retailer Check XM Receivr If this message does not clear within a short period of time the receiver could have a fault Consult with your deal...

Page 165: ...n three quarters of a second to continue reversing back or advancing ahead to other tracks within the disc Volume Press the plus or minus button to increase or to decrease the volume g Mute Voice Activation Press this button to silence the system Press this button again to turn the sound on If your vehicle has OnStar press and hold this button for two seconds to activate voice on the OnStar system...

Page 166: ... the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada Just as with FM tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals causing the sound to fade in and out In addition traveling or standing under heavy foliage bridges garages or through tunnels could cause loss of the XM signal for a period of time The radio may display NO XM SIGNAL to indicate interference Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed ...

Page 167: ...ring 4 11 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 13 Driving at Night 4 15 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 15 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 16 Highway Hypnosis 4 16 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 17 Winter Driving 4 18 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 22 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 22 Loading Your Vehicle 4 23 Towing 4 28 Towing Your Vehicle 4 28 Recreation...

Page 168: ... 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 ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Death and injury associated with drinki...

Page 169: ...trol ESC on page 4 8 Adding non dealer non retailer accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 27 Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction tim...

Page 170: ...intain consistent brake performance under conditions of low brake booster vacuum Low brake booster vacuum conditions can include initial start up after the vehicle has been parked for several hours very frequent brake stops or high altitude driving When hydraulic brake boost is active you might feel minor brake pulsation or movement but this is normal If brake pedal feel changes or the brake pedal...

Page 171: ...s Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have ABS Using ABS Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let antilock work for you You might hear the antilock pump or motor operate and feel the brake pedal pulsate but this is normal Braking in Emergencies With Electronic Stability Control ESC and Antilock Brake System ABS you can steer and brake at the same t...

Page 172: ...ehicle is in cruise control when TCS begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may re engage the cruise control See Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 7 When this light is on solid and either the SERVICE TRACTION or TRACTION OFF message is displayed the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your dri...

Page 173: ...nter DIC on page 3 38 Notice If you allow the wheel s of one axle to spin excessively while the ESC TCS ABS and Brake warning lights and the SERVICE ESC and or SERVICE TRACTION messages are displayed you could damage the differential 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 Notice...

Page 174: ...uch as shifting from FIRST 1 to SECOND 2 gear at low engine speeds or suddenly applying the clutch you may feel or hear a clunking or rattling noise This is normal Electronic Stability Control ESC Your vehicle may have an Electronic Stability Control ESC system which combines antilock brake and traction and stability control systems that help the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle ...

Page 175: ...ining directional control of the vehicle Adjust your driving accordingly See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 41 See Electronic Stability Control ESC Traction Control System TCS Indicator Warning Light on page 3 29 for more information The Electronic Stability Control ESC system is automatically enabled whenever the vehicle is started To assist the driver with vehicle directional control especi...

Page 176: ...hicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 for more information Competitive Driving Mode The driver can select this optional handling mode by pressing the ESC TCS button on the console two times within a five second time period COMPETITIVE MODE displays in the DIC See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 41 for more information Competitive Driving Mode allows the driver to ha...

Page 177: ...heir work where the tires meet the road Unless you have antilock brakes adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places You can lose control The same thing can happen if you are steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems steering and acceleration can overwhelm those places where the tires meet the road and make you lose control See Traction Con...

Page 178: ...hese First apply the brakes See Braking on page 4 3 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 179: ... passing we suggest the following tips 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 v...

Page 180: ...second skid if it occurs If your vehicle has Electronic Stability Control ESC the ESC might activate See Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 4 8 Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance wi...

Page 181: ...fferences increase A 50 year old driver might need at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep standing or flowing water CAUTION Wet b...

Page 182: ... 50 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 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir full Windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades In good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids All levels checked Lamps Do they all work and are lenses clean Tires Are treads good Are tire...

Page 183: ...e assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have the engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Stay in ...

Page 184: ...on Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Also see Tires on page 5 50 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between the tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You have a lot less traction or grip and need to be very careful What is the worst time for this Wet...

Page 185: ...olish the surface under the tires even more The Antilock Brake System ABS improves your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have ABS begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Antilock Brake System ABS on page 4 4 If the ABS is ever disabled if you feel your vehicle begin to slide let up on the brakes a little Push the brake pedal down ste...

Page 186: ...elp and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on the hazard warning flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you do not have blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to...

Page 187: ...long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with the headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the...

Page 188: ...ains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 72 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels Turn off any traction or stability system See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 6 and Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 4 8 Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear or with a manual transmission ...

Page 189: ...WR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar B pillar of your vehicle With the driver s door open you will find the label attache...

Page 190: ...ract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage...

Page 191: ...nt Weight 150 lbs 68 kg x 1 150 lbs 68 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 400 lbs 181 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg x 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Cargo Weight 100 lbs 45 kg Example 1 Example 2 4 25 ...

Page 192: ...er passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Label A vehicle specific Certification label is attached to the rear edge of the driver s door or the vehicle s center pillar B pillar below the driver s door latch It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all...

Page 193: ...d your vehicle If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they will keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the rear area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight...

Page 194: ...ehicle Towing Notice Dolly towing or dinghy towing your vehicle may cause damage to the vehicle Always put your vehicle on a flatbed truck Your vehicle was neither designed nor intended to be towed with any of its wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle earlier in this section Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer 4 28 ...

Page 195: ...ngine Oil Life System 5 19 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 21 Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 23 Manual Transmission Fluid 5 23 Hydraulic Clutch 5 23 Engine Coolant 5 24 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 26 Engine Overheating 5 26 Cooling System 5 28 Power Steering Fluid 5 33 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 34 Brakes 5 35 Battery 5 38 Jump Starting 5 39 Rear Axle 5 44 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Bulb Replacement 5 ...

Page 196: ...and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 86 Care of Safety Belts 5 87 Weatherstrips 5 87 Washing Your Vehicle 5 87 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 88 Finish Care 5 88 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 89 Convertible Top 5 89 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels and Trim 5 90 Tires 5 91 Sheet Metal Damage 5 91 Finish Damage 5 91 Underbody Maintenance 5 91 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 91 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials...

Page 197: ...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 198: ...hium batteries contained in remote keyless entry transmitters may contain perchlorate materials Special handling may be necessary For 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 know...

Page 199: ...rformance Check with your dealer retailer before adding equipment to the outside 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 premium unleaded gasoline with a posted o...

Page 200: ...s determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs might not be covered by your warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing the emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to the fuel Ho...

Page 201: ...f 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 dealer retailer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel might be hard to find Never use le...

Page 202: ...ar 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 side of the vehicle To remove the fuel cap...

Page 203: ...stic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 32 Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC The CHECK GAS CAP message displays if the fuel cap is not properly installed See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 41 for more information CAUTION If a fire starts wh...

Page 204: ...th the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping fuel Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan...

Page 205: ...ge of the lever to release the hood latch 3 Go to the side of the vehicle and pull up on the rear edge of the hood near the windshield to open the hood Notice Closing the hood with the doors open may damage the hood and or doors Always close the doors before closing the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Page 206: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 4L L4 engine this is what you will see 5 12 ...

Page 207: ...ew See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 15 E Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 21 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 15 G Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 33 H Remote Negative Ground Out of View See Jump Starting on page 5 39 I Battery Out of View See Battery on page 5 38 J Remot...

Page 208: ...When you open the hood on the 2 0L L4 engine this is what you will see 5 14 ...

Page 209: ...age 5 38 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 39 K Underhood Fuse Block See Underhood Fuse Block on page 5 96 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 vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overvie...

Page 210: ...gine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through What Kind of Engine Oil to Use For Vehicles With the 2 0L L4 Engine Look for three things GM4718M Your vehicle s engine requires a special oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M such as Mobil 1 or equivalent Oils meeting this standard may be ident...

Page 211: ... been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Look for this on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM4718M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Your vehicle s engine is filled at the factory with a synthetic oil which meets all requirements for your vehicle Substitute Engine Oil When adding oil to maintain engine...

Page 212: ...umbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements 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 ...

Page 213: ...ature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL SOON message will come on See DIC Warnings and M...

Page 214: ...tell you the system has been reset 5 Turn the key to LOCK OFF If the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the reset procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your ski...

Page 215: ...Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine air cleaner filter 2 4L L4 Engine 2 0L L4 Engine 5 21 ...

Page 216: ...th dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the filter open the clamps that hold the cover on and lift off the cover Be sure to reinstall the cover tightly 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...

Page 217: ...our warranty Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the manual transmission fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to a dealer retailer for service Have it repaired as soon as possible You may also have your fluid le...

Page 218: ...h 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOL coolant which will not damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you do not need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to ...

Page 219: ...ge tank is located in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Th...

Page 220: ...s properly and tightly secured The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Engine Overheating There is an engine coolant temperature warning light on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 3 30 for more information If Steam Is Coming ...

Page 221: ...y this for a minute or so 1 If your air conditioner is on turn it off 2 In heavy traffic let the engine idle in NEUTRAL N while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 3 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe driv...

Page 222: ...ant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap A Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap B Electric Engine Cooling Fan Out of View CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan 2 4 L4 Engine 2 0L L4 Engine 5 28 ...

Page 223: ...coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fan are running If the engine is overheating the fan 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...

Page 224: ...le water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 24 for more information If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressur...

Page 225: ...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 1 Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant sur...

Page 226: ...t five minutes 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower than the COLD FILL line add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the COLD FILL...

Page 227: ...ent cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be between the COLD and HOT marks If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the COLD mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid...

Page 228: ...or 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 clean as well as washer fluid Fill the washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very co...

Page 229: ... leak means that sooner or later your brakes and or clutch will not work well It is not a good idea to top off the brake clutch fluid Adding fluid will not correct a leak If fluid is added when the brake linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake clutch hydraulic system CAUTION If your vehi...

Page 230: ...well This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake or clutch hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake or clutch hydraulic system can damage brake or clutch hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of flui...

Page 231: ...driving 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 o...

Page 232: ...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 See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Ve...

Page 233: ...it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehi...

Page 234: ...nd help save both batteries And it could save the radio 4 Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on that vehicle You will not need to access your battery for jump starting Your vehicle has a remote positive and a remote negative jump starting terminal The remote positive terminal is located under a red plastic cover on the engine compartment fuse...

Page 235: ...People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Battery fluid conta...

Page 236: ...inal location on the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not l...

Page 237: ...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 positive cable from the vehicle with ...

Page 238: ...he Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 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 necessary if oncoming drivers flash their high beam headl...

Page 239: ...lamp C Parking Lamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Remove the bulb access cover from the bulb high or low beam only you need to change 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it from the headlamp assembly 4 Remove the electrical connector from the bulb socket 5 Holding the base of the socket pull the old bulb from the soc...

Page 240: ... and pull out the bulb assembly 4 Disconnect the bulb socket from the electrical connector 5 Install a new bulb 6 Reverse the steps to reinstall Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps To replace one of these bulbs 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 8 for more information 2 Remove the two screws which hold the taillamp assembly from inside the vehicle 3 Pull the taillamp assembly up...

Page 241: ...k up lamps are located in the rear fascia To replace a bulb 1 Reach behind up and under the rear fascia and locate the bulb socket 2 Turn it counterclockwise to remove from the bulb assembly 3 Pull the bulb from the bulb socket 4 Push in a new bulb into the bulb socket 5 Reinstall the bulb socket by lining up the tabs in the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure it 5 47 ...

Page 242: ...t 4 Install the new bulb 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the lamp assembly Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back Up Lamp Stoplamp Taillamp and Turn Signal 3157K Fog Lamp H11 Front Parking Lamp In Headlamp Assembly W5W B50X2 Front Parking Lamp Turn Signal Lamp Below Headlamp Assembly 5702KA Front and Rear Sidemarker Lamp 194 License Plate Lamp 168 Headlamps High Beam Headlamp H9...

Page 243: ...moved in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 14 To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever B to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm A out of the blade C 3 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you hear the release lever click ...

Page 244: ...uld have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 23 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 ...

Page 245: ...avement If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads often you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle The low profile performance tires may not offer the traction you would like or the same level of performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads Winter tires in general are designed for increased traction on snow and ice covered roads With winter tires there may be decreased...

Page 246: ...artment 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 following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is m...

Page 247: ...tes the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 60 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and t...

Page 248: ... or kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 56 Curb Weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant but without passengers and cargo DOT Markings A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Tra...

Page 249: ...molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 56 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 23 Radia...

Page 250: ... 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 Your Vehicle on page 4 23 Inflation Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively Notice Do not let anyone tell you t...

Page 251: ...ality 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 three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km Remove the valve cap from the tire valv...

Page 252: ...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 253: ...ion of the device Changes or modifications 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 The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in the...

Page 254: ...e sealants could damage the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS sensors Sensor damage caused by using a tire sealant is not covered by your warranty Do not use liquid tire sealants TPMS Malfunction Light and Message The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable When the system detects a malfunction the low tire warning light flashes for about one mi...

Page 255: ...S sensors or rotate the vehicle s tires the identification codes need to be matched to the new tire wheel location The sensors are matched to the tire wheel locations in the following order driver side front tire passenger side front tire passenger side rear tire and driver side rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool See your dealer retailer for service The TPMS sensors can also be matched to each...

Page 256: ... side front turn signal comes on to indicate that corner sensor is ready to be learned Proceed to the passenger side front tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 7 The passenger side rear turn signal comes on to indicate that corner sensor is ready to be learned Proceed to the passenger side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 8 The driver side rear turn signal comes on to indicate that ...

Page 257: ... 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 the tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 65 and Wheel Replacement on page 5 70 When rotating Good...

Page 258: ...flation Tire Pressure on page 5 56 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 23 Reset the Tire Pressure monitor System See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5 59 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 99 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a ...

Page 259: ...The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage The rubber in tires degrades over time even if they are not being used This is also true for the spare tire if your vehicle has one Multiple conditions affect how ...

Page 260: ... molded onto the tire s sidewall near the tire size If the tires have an all season tread design the TPC spec number will be followed by a MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 5 52 for additional information GM recommends replacing tires in sets of four This is because uniform tread depth on all tires will help keep your vehicle performing most like it did when the tires were new...

Page 261: ...ng Information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 23 for more information about the Tire and Loading Information label and its location on your vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires this may affect the way your vehicle performs including its braking ride and handling characteristics stability...

Page 262: ... safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Page 263: ...imum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to giv...

Page 264: ...h you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement 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 and wheel nuts for your vehicle Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake coo...

Page 265: ...have to replace them be sure to get new Saturn original equipment wheel nuts 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 Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You cannot know how it has been ...

Page 266: ...n your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires If a Tire Goes Flat Your vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 5 74 There is no spare tire no tire changing equipment and no place to store a tire It is unusual for a tire to blow out while you are driving especially if you maintain your tires properly See ...

Page 267: ... your vehicle has an automatic transmission set the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in PARK P See Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transmission on page 2 25 If your vehicle has a manual transmission move the shift lever to REVERSE R and set the parking brake firmly See Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission on page 2 27 for additional information 3 Turn off the engine 4 Inspect the fl...

Page 268: ... seal the puncture After driving five miles the tire pressure must be rechecked and adjusted as needed See Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor later in this section Be sure to read and follow all of the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions The kit includes the following A Air Compressor B Tire Sealant Canister C Air Compressor Accessory Plug D On Off Switch E Air Pressure Gage F Air Comp...

Page 269: ...the tire sealant and compressor kit 2 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 8 for more information 3 Locate the tire sealant and compressor kit on the driver side of the vehicle near the back corner of the trunk 4 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit strap by squeezing the two tabs of the quick release buckle 5 Remove the sealant and compressor kit from its foam container 5 75 ...

Page 270: ...Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister if it has expired see your dealer retailer for a replacement Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal a Punctured Tire Follow these directions closely for correct sealant usage 1 Place the sealant and compressor kit on the ground and unwrap the sealant filling hose from the compressor 2 Remove the air compressor ac...

Page 271: ...ndow on the compressor accessory plug cord CAUTION Idling the engine in a closed in place or with the climate control system off can cause deadly carbon monoxide CO See Engine Exhaust on page 2 27 6 Start the vehicle See Starting the Engine Key Access on page 2 18 for more information The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor CAUTION Inflating something too much can make it explod...

Page 272: ...be reached after 15 minutes the vehicle should not be driven The tire is too severely damaged and cannot be inflated or sealed with the tire sealant and compressor kit Remove the air compressor accessory plug from the accessory power outlet and unscrew the sealant filling hose from the tire valve or tire pressure monitoring sensor valve See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 7 10 Push the seala...

Page 273: ...ou 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 the proper place 17 Return the equipment to the proper storage location in the trunk of your vehicle You m...

Page 274: ...20 Wipe off any sealant from the wheel tire and vehicle with a rag 21 Dispose of the sealant canister at a local dealer retailer or in accordance with local state codes and practices After using the sealant canister replace it with a new canister from your dealer retailer 22 After temporarily sealing a tire with the tire sealant and compressor kit take your vehicle to your dealer retailer to have ...

Page 275: ... on page 2 18 for more information The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor CAUTION Inflating something too much can make it explode 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 36 psi 248 kPa 7 Push the sealant and compressor kit switch to the I on position 8 Inflate the tire up to the...

Page 276: ...mpressor inflator hose and wrap the hose in the bottom of the sealant and compressor kit 11 Place the equipment in the original location in the trunk of your vehicle Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the sealant canister do the following 1 Unlock the air compressor inflator hose from the sealant canister by pulling the lever up 2 Disconnect the air compressor inflator hose...

Page 277: ...etailer for more information To install a new sealant canister do the following 1 Align the sealant filling hose with the slot in the air compressor 2 Push the sealant canister down and turn it clockwise 3 Wrap the sealant filling hose around the air compressor channel to stow it in its original location 4 Push the air compressor inflator hose onto the sealant canister inlet and push the lever dow...

Page 278: ...t damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended Use glass cleaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately To prevent over spray apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass and or cause damage to the rear window def...

Page 279: ...ith a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats For soils always try to remove them first with plain water or club soda Before cleaning gently remove as much of the soil as possible using one of the following techniques For liquids gently blot the remaining soil with a pa...

Page 280: ...silicone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean your vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Never use shoe polish on leather Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened w...

Page 281: ...t clean by washing it often Notice Certain cleaners contain chemicals that can damage the emblems or nameplates on your vehicle Check the cleaning product label If it states that is should not be used on plastic parts do not use it on your vehicle or damage may occur and it would not be covered by the warranty Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight Use a car washing soap Do not use cleaning ag...

Page 282: ...etailer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 92 If your vehicle has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish the clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish Notice Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive...

Page 283: ...s can be damaged by Extreme dusty conditions Sand and salt Heat and sun Snow and ice without proper removal Convertible Top The vehicle s convertible top should be cleaned often However high pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle When you hand wash the top do it in partial shade Use a mild soap lukewarm water and a soft sponge A chamois or cloth may leave lint on the top and a b...

Page 284: ...ur warranty Use only approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome plated wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface 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 w...

Page 285: ...er s retailer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the 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 ...

Page 286: ...om 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 in one easy step no wiping necessary Wash Wax Concen...

Page 287: ...s and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code helps you identify your vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts 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 the following information Vehicle Identificat...

Page 288: ...Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse block protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of J Case fuses mini fus...

Page 289: ...After re installing the fuse block cover be sure to tuck the carpet under the heater floor outlets Fuses Usage 1 Fuse Puller 2 Empty 3 Empty 4 Empty 5 Empty 6 Amplifier 7 Cluster 8 Ignition Switch PassKey III 9 Stoplamp 10 Climate Control System PassKey III 11 Empty 12 Spare 13 Airbag 14 Spare 15 Wiper 16 Climate Control System Automatic Occupant Sensing Module Crank Relay Instrument Panel Cluster...

Page 290: ...ccessory Power 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 block Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical components on your vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component To remove fuses use the fuse puller or hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and i...

Page 291: ...g Clutch Relay 16 Empty 17 Empty 18 Trunk Release Relay 19 Fuel Pump Relay 20 Empty 21 Mirrors Fuses Usage 22 Air Conditioning 23 Empty 24 Cooling Fan 2 Relay LE5 Empty LNF 25 Fuse Puller 26 Powertrain Relay 27 Empty 28 Back up Lamps Relay Automatic Transmission Empty Manual Transmission 29 Data Link Connector 30 Outlet 31 Back up Lamps Automatic Transmission Empty Manual Transmission 32 Empty 33 ...

Page 292: ...lay LE5 Empty LNF 51 Run Crank Relay 52 Windshield Wiper Low High Relay 53 Fog Lamps 54 Fog Lamps Relay Fuses Usage 55 Horn Relay 56 S Band OnStar Remote Keyless Entry System 57 Antilock Brake System 58 Wiper Diode 59 Windshield Wiper 60 Horn 61 Antilock Brake System 62 Instrument Panel Ignition 63 Driver Side High Beam 64 Canister Vent 65 Driver Side Low Beam Headlamp 66 Passenger Side Low Beam H...

Page 293: ...r the hood See your dealer retailer for more information Cooling System 2 0L L4 Engine Automatic 9 2 qt 8 7 L 2 0L L4 Engine Manual 9 5 qt 9 0 L 2 4L L4 Engine Automatic 8 7 qt 8 2 L 2 4L L4 Engine Manual 8 9 qt 8 4 L Engine Oil with Filter 2 0L L4 and 2 4L L4 5 0 qt 4 7 L Fuel Tank 13 6 gal 51 5 L Transmission Automatic Complete Drain and Refill 9 0 qt 8 5 L Transmission Manual Complete Drain and...

Page 294: ...Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2 0L L4 X Automatic Manual 0 035 inch 0 9mm 2 4L L4 B Automatic Manual 0 040 inch 1 01 mm 5 100 ...

Page 295: ...ditional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 15 Maintenance Record 6 16 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 296: ... 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 297: ... 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 15 Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 tells you what should be checked when to chec...

Page 298: ...ce Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 19 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the CHANGE 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 fi...

Page 299: ...ote h Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 63 and At Least Once a Month on page 6 9 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels Add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b ...

Page 300: ... fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 21 Change automatic transmission fluid severe service See footnote k Change automatic transmission fluid normal service Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever occurs fir...

Page 301: ...Windshield and Wiper Blades on page 5 89 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 on page...

Page 302: ...ces Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Notice It is important to check the engine oil regularly and keep it at the prope...

Page 303: ...ar brake See Parking Brake on page 2 24 Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 On automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should start only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the vehicle starts in any other position contact your dealer retailer for service On manual transmission vehicles put the shift lever in...

Page 304: ... Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contact your 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 With an automatic transmission the ignition should turn to LOCK OFF only when th...

Page 305: ...rake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact ...

Page 306: ...ynthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this GM standard Look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil on page 5 15 Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 24 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake ...

Page 307: ... on page 5 44 Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB 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 ...

Page 308: ...ement Parts Part Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 0L L4 Engine 15925738 A3084C 2 4L L4 Engine 15287103 A3076C 2 0L and 2 4L Engine Oil Filter 12605566 PF457G Spark Plugs 2 0L L4 Engine 12617309 41 108 2 4L L4 Engine 12598004 41 103 Windshield Wiper Blade Hook Type Driver s Side 16 inches 40 cm 10344209 Passenger s Side 22 inches 55 cm 10344210 6 14 ...

Page 309: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 0L and 2 4L L4 Engines 6 15 ...

Page 310: ...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 16 ...

Page 311: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Page 312: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Page 313: ...s 7 9 Courtesy Transportation 7 9 Collision Damage Repair 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn 7 14 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 7 16 Event Data Recorders 7 16 OnStar 7 17 Navigation System 7 17 ...

Page 314: ...ontact the Saturn Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 553 6000 In Canada contact 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 you...

Page 315: ...he toll free telephone number or by writing them at the following address BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus Inc 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington VA 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors Saturn Corporation reserves the right to change ...

Page 316: ...hicle Identification Number VIN Online Owner Center Online Owner Center United States only The Owner Center is a resource for your Saturn ownership needs Specific vehicle information can be found in one place The Online Owner Center allows you to Get e mail service reminders Access information about your specific vehicle including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner manual Keep...

Page 317: ...y Receive service reminders and helpful advice on owning and maintaining your vehicle My Preferences Manage your profile subscribe to E News and use tools and forms with greater ease To sign up to My GM Canada visit the My GM Canada section within www gmcanada com Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist owners who have hearing difficulties Saturn has installed special TDD Teleco...

Page 318: ... 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle such as hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date...

Page 319: ...able to gain entry into your vehicle A remote unlock may be available if you have an active OnStar subscription To ensure security the driver must present personal identification 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 d...

Page 320: ...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 321: ...ence 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 that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day...

Page 322: ...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 323: ...f 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 by c...

Page 324: ...rash Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in a crash Try to relax and then check to make sure 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 yo...

Page 325: ...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 326: ... or write to Administrator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect notify Transport Canada immediately in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited Call them ...

Page 327: ...etins are also at your participating Saturn retailer You can ask to see them In Canada information relating to product service bulletins can be obtained by contacting your Saturn retailer Service Bulletins Saturn regularly sends its retailers useful service bulletins about Saturn products Saturn monitors product performance in the field We then prepare bulletins for servicing our products better Y...

Page 328: ...r near crash like situations such as an air bag 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 to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were ope...

Page 329: ...ific 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 also OnStar System on page 2 30 in this manual for more information Navigation System If your vehicle has a navigation system use of the system may result in the storage of destinations addresses tele...

Page 330: ... NOTES 7 18 ...

Page 331: ...ellite Radio Antenna System 3 72 Antilock Brake System ABS 4 4 Antilock Brake System Warning Light 3 28 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 90 Care of Safety Belts 5 87 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 91 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 88 Convertible Top 5 89 Fabric Carpet 5 85 Finish Care 5 88 Finish Damage 5 91 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 86 Interior Cleaning 5 ...

Page 332: ...oplamps and Sidemarker Lamps 5 46 Buying New Tires 5 66 C California Fuel 5 6 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 5 4 California Proposition 65 Warning 5 4 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 99 Carbon Monoxide 2 8 2 27 4 18 4 28 Care of Safety Belts 5 87 CD MP3 3 64 Center Console Storage Area 2 33 Chains Tire 5 72 Charging System Light 3 27 Check Engine Light 3 32 Checki...

Page 333: ...t Theft Deterrent 2 12 Control of a Vehicle 4 3 Convertible Top 2 34 Coolant Engine Temperature Warning Light 3 30 Low Warning Light 3 30 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 26 Cooling System 5 28 Cruise Control 3 10 Cupholder s 2 33 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 7 9 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 7 5 Customer Assistance Offices 7 6 Customer Satisfaction Procedure...

Page 334: ... Wet Roads 4 15 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 22 Winter 4 18 E EDR 7 16 Electrical System Add On Equipment 5 94 Floor Console Fuse Block 5 95 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 94 Headlamp Wiring 5 94 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 94 Underhood Fuse Block 5 96 Electronic Stability Control 4 8 Electronic Stability Control Indicator Light 3 29 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 21 Check and Servi...

Page 335: ...Gasoline Specifications 5 6 Low Warning Light 3 37 Fuses Floor Console Fuse Block 5 95 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 94 Underhood Fuse Block 5 96 G Gage Fuel 3 37 Speedometer 3 22 Tachometer 3 22 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Specifications 5 6 Glove Box 2 33 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 6 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Headlamp Wiring 5 94 Headlamps 3 13 Bulb Replacement 5 44 Dayt...

Page 336: ...el Overview 3 4 Instrument Panel I P Brightness 3 15 Cluster 3 21 J Jump Starting 5 39 K Keyless Entry System 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 5 52 Lamps Mirror Reading 3 15 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 19 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 31 Latches Seatback 1 5 License Plate Lamps 5 48 Light Airbag Readiness 3 24 Antilock Brake System Warning 3 28 Brake System Warning 3 27 Charging System 3 27 Engine ...

Page 337: ...ss of Control 4 13 Low Coolant Warning Light 3 30 Low Fuel Warning Light 3 37 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 16 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Recommended Fluids and Lu...

Page 338: ...r Privacy 7 17 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 2 30 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Outlet Adjustment 3 20 Outlets Accessory Power 3 16 Outside Power Mirrors 2 29 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian ii P Paint Damage 5 91 Park Brake 2 24 Park P Shifting Into 2 25 Shifting Out of 2 26 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 27 Parking Your Vehicle 2 27 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 25 Passenger S...

Page 339: ...arview Mirrors 2 29 Reclining Seatbacks 1 3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 28 Reduced Engine Power Light 3 36 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 2 3 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 2 4 Replacement Bulbs 5 48 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 14 Saturn 7 14 United States Government 7 14 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems 1...

Page 340: ...ing Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 5 Service cont California Pershlorate Materials Requirements 5 4 California Proposition 65 Warning 5 4 Doing Your Own Work 5 4 Engine Soon Light 3 32 Publications Ordering Information 7 15 Service Scheduling Appointments 7 9 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 48 Sheet Metal Damage 5 91 Shifting Into Park P 2 25 Shifting Out of Park P 2 26 Signal...

Page 341: ...peration 5 59 Pressure Monitor System 5 58 Tires cont Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 5 74 Tire Sidewall Labeling 5 52 Tire Terminology and Definitions 5 54 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 68 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 69 Wheel Replacement 5 70 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 65 Winter Tires 5 51 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 28 Towing a Trailer 4 28 Your Vehicle 4 28 Traction Control Syste...

Page 342: ...rning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 20 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 3 41 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Warnings cont Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 69 Different Size 5 67 Replacement 5 70 Windows 2 10 Power 2 11 Windshield Washer 3 10 Washer Fluid 5 34 Wiper Blade Replacement 5 49 Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 89 Wipers 3 9 Wint...

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