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Fuses

Usage

Engine Control Module,
Transmission

Antilock Brake System

Injectors, Ignition Coils (LE5);
Ignition Coils (LNF)

Back-up Lamps (Manual
Transmission); Empty
(Automatic Transmission)

Empty

Daytime Running Lamps Relay

Daytime Running Lamps

Cooling Fan 1 Relay (LE5);
Empty (LNF)

Run/Crank Relay

Windshield Wiper Low/High Relay

Fog Lamps

Fog Lamps Relay

Horn Relay

S Band, OnStar

, Remote

Keyless Entry System

Fuses

Usage

Antilock Brake System

Wiper Diode

Windshield Wiper

Horn

Antilock Brake System

Instrument Panel Ignition

Driver Side High Beam

Canister Vent

Driver Side Low-Beam Headlamp

Passenger Side Low-Beam
Headlamp

Passenger Side High-Beam
Headlamp

Parking Lamps Relay

Parking Lamps

Windshield Wiper On/Off Relay

Low-Beam Headlamp Relay

High-Beam Headlamp Relay

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Summary of Contents for 2009 SKY

Page 1: ...ormation Center DIC 3 34 Audio System s 3 45 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and the Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 27 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under t...

Page 2: ...ehicle operation 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 0...

Page 3: ...something that could damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty and it could be costly The notice tells what to do to help avoid the damage There are al...

Page 4: ...ke System ABS g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gage Fuses i Headlamp H...

Page 5: ...r Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 30 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 30 Airbag System 1 34 Where Are the Airbags 1 36 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 37 What Mak...

Page 6: ...river s seat only when the vehicle is not moving 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 you...

Page 7: ...ile 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...

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 c...

Page 9: ...ront seatback s to fold forward To fold the seatback forward lift the latch and push the seatback forward CAUTION If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That...

Page 10: ...re 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...

Page 11: ...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: ...nel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make...

Page 14: ...lts 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 oth...

Page 15: ...ut 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 kn...

Page 16: ...o loose It will not give as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The sho...

Page 17: ...tection 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 in...

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 s...

Page 19: ...red if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and...

Page 20: ...houlder 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 a...

Page 21: ...sh 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...

Page 22: ...Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap shoulder belt The following instructions explain how to wear a lap shoulder belt properly 1 Adjust the seat if the seat is adjustable so you can s...

Page 23: ...l it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 21 Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt...

Page 24: ...e vehicle Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen they are part of the safety belt assem...

Page 25: ...r pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Safety Belt Extender If the safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt i...

Page 26: ...es the below fit test Sit all the way back on the seat Do the knees bend at the seat edge If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Buckle the lap shoulder belt Does the shoulder belt rest on t...

Page 27: ...fatal internal injuries in a crash According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in rear seating positions than in the front seating positions In a crash ch...

Page 28: ...properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might also slide under the lap...

Page 29: ...ty belts Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designe...

Page 30: ...t If you must secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A...

Page 31: ...s neck is not fully developed and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing child restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces can b...

Page 32: ...olds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat B provides restraint for the child s body with the harness A booster seat C D is...

Page 33: ...t is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and...

Page 34: ...int with the LATCH system If a national or local law requires that your top tether be anchored do not use a child restraint in this vehicle because a top tether cannot be properly anchored You must us...

Page 35: ...s should not be installed in the vehicle even if the airbag is off If the child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 30 for how to install your chi...

Page 36: ...through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so the safety belt...

Page 37: ...regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 30 for more information 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secu...

Page 38: ...o 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...

Page 39: ...airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s s...

Page 40: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 36...

Page 41: ...e slows down Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds For example If the vehicle hits a stationary object the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a m...

Page 42: ...the vehicle Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Frontal airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more graduall...

Page 43: ...off by using the controls for those features In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the ri...

Page 44: ...t passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions The driver airbag is not affected by the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front p...

Page 45: ...eat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passen...

Page 46: ...ourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 22 for more information including important safety information If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restra...

Page 47: ...etect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat m...

Page 48: ...that can affect how the system operates CAUTION Stowing of articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenge...

Page 49: ...fort enhancing pad or device installed under or on top of the seat fabric could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system This could either prevent proper deployment of the pas...

Page 50: ...e safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 21 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 5 96 Airbags The airbag system does...

Page 51: ...r 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 rep...

Page 52: ...NOTES 1 48...

Page 53: ...g Your Vehicle 2 16 New Vehicle Break In 2 16 Ignition Positions 2 16 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 18 Starting the Engine 2 18 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 20 Manual Transmission Operation 2 2...

Page 54: ...lled 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...

Page 55: ...nterference that may cause undesired operation of the device This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause inter...

Page 56: ...locking has occurred See UNLOCK HORN under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 41 V Trunk Release Press and hold for approximately one second to unlock the trunk The trunk release only works if the...

Page 57: ...r work once the new transmitter is programmed Each vehicle can have up to four transmitters programmed to it Battery Replacement Notice When replacing the battery do not touch any of the circuitry on...

Page 58: ...n 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 o...

Page 59: ...cancel the delay and lock the doors immediately press the lock button on the RKE a second time If the key is in the ignition this feature will not lock the doors Automatic Door Lock The doors are pro...

Page 60: ...om the rear center of the trunk lid CAUTION Exhaust gases may enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate trunk hatch open or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and t...

Page 61: ...gency 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...

Page 62: ...e with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a ve...

Page 63: ...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 uni...

Page 64: ...ity Mirror Your vehicle 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 som...

Page 65: ...itter 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 acti...

Page 66: ...d void authorization to use this equipment PASS Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in the vehicle PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation Your vehicle h...

Page 67: ...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 th...

Page 68: ...d stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaki...

Page 69: ...SORY This is the position in which you can operate some of the electrical accessories It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition R ON RUN This position can be used to operate the electrical accessorie...

Page 70: ...driver s door is opened Starting the Engine Place the transmission in the proper gear Automatic Transmission Move the shift lever to P Park or N Neutral The engine will not start in any other position...

Page 71: ...he key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended can overheat and damage the cranking motor and drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let the cranking motor c...

Page 72: ...vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow Make sure the shift lever is fully in...

Page 73: ...rive gear while the engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of P Park or N Neutral with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the...

Page 74: ...to a low gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission The repair w...

Page 75: ...verse To back up press the clutch pedal After the vehicle stops shift into R Reverse Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal If it is hard to shift let the shift lever ret...

Page 76: ...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 displ...

Page 77: ...If you can leave the vehicle with the ignition key in your hand the vehicle is in P Park Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running Automatic Transmission CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave the veh...

Page 78: ...of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of P Park Shifting Out of Park The vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system The sh...

Page 79: ...dealer retailer Parking the Vehicle Manual Transmission Before leaving the manual transmission vehicle fully press the clutch pedal in move the shift lever in either 1 First gear or R Reverse and firm...

Page 80: ...m leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicle s exhaust system has been modified damaged or improperly repaired There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or after market modificatio...

Page 81: ...angerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is r...

Page 82: ...ide your vehicle Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold push the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return to its origina...

Page 83: ...ve box literature Some services such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance may not be available until the owner of the vehicle registers with OnStar After the first prepaid year...

Page 84: ...Driving Directions Advisor delivered RideAssist Information and Convenience Services OnStar Hands Free Calling OnStar Hands Free Calling allows eligible OnStar subscribers to make and receive calls us...

Page 85: ...heel Controls This vehicle may have a Talk Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar Hands Free Calling See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 78 for more information On some vehicles...

Page 86: ...ehicle must have a working electrical system including adequate battery power for the OnStar equipment to operate There are other problems OnStar cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing...

Page 87: ...out Turn the button in either direction to unlatch the lid and pull the console lid down Press the release button back in after closing the lid Convertible Top For care and cleaning of the convertibl...

Page 88: ...ause 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 lower you may damage top componen...

Page 89: ...view mirror and turn it counterclockwise to unlatch it Leave the latch open and turned to prevent damage 6 Pull rearward on the side edge B of the convertible top and pull it off of the windshield fra...

Page 90: ...mission into 1 First or R Reverse 2 Turn off the ignition and lower the windows 3 Push the trunk release button located in the glove box or on the remote keyless entry if equipped 4 Open the trunk 5 P...

Page 91: ...of the vehicle 7 Turn the top front latch handle clockwise to latch the convertible top 8 Make sure the lower seal pins C are correctly aligned and inserted 9 Close the trunk by pressing down on the r...

Page 92: ...NOTES 2 40...

Page 93: ...rols 3 16 Climate Control System 3 16 Outlet Adjustment 3 19 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 19 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 20 Speedometer and Odometer 3 21 Tachometer 3 21 Safety Belt Reminders...

Page 94: ...3 41 Audio System s 3 45 Setting the Clock 3 46 Radio s 3 48 Using an MP3 3 59 XM Radio Messages 3 66 Bluetooth 3 67 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 78 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 78 Radio Reception 3...

Page 95: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 96: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4...

Page 97: ...N Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3 23 O Shift Lever See Manual Transmission Operation on page 2 22 See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2 20 If Equipped P Parking Brake on page 2 2...

Page 98: ...se or lower the wheel to a comfortable position then pull the lever up to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the followi...

Page 99: ...out Have the bulbs replaced If the bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 103 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam...

Page 100: ...less frequent Larger bars mean the movement is more frequent 6 Low Speed For steady wiping at low speed 1 High Speed For wiping at high speed 8 Mist Move the lever all the way down for a single wipin...

Page 101: ...previous speed Cruise Control With cruise control a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator Cruise control does not work at speeds below 25...

Page 102: ...speed and to accelerate the speed SET Set Press to set a speed and to decrease the speed To set a speed do the following 1 Press I The indicator light on the button will come on 2 Get to the speed de...

Page 103: ...le goes about 1 25 mph 2 km h slower Passing Another 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 s...

Page 104: ...on will turn off the Automatic Headlamp System An AUTO LIGHTS OFF message displays on the Driver Information Center DIC and a chime will sound Turning the switch to off on again will turn the Automat...

Page 105: ...the on off switch for one ignition cycle if the vehicle is in the P Park 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 D...

Page 106: ...Push the button to turn the reading lamps on and off Battery Run Down Protection The vehicle has a battery saver feature designed to protect the vehicle s battery When any interior lamp is left on and...

Page 107: ...t hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter The vehicle may have a removable a...

Page 108: ...he fan speed Air Delivery Mode Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to change the direction of the airflow inside the vehicle The control can be set between two modes to get a combination of the...

Page 109: ...comes on to show that the air conditioning is on This setting cools and dehumidifies the air entering the vehicle The air conditioning does not work if the fan is turned off If air conditioning is sel...

Page 110: ...floor defog or defrost mode the indicator light flashes three times indicating it is not available in that mode Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or fros...

Page 111: ...e path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively Warning Lights Gages and Indicators Warning lights and gages can signal that something is...

Page 112: ...is designed to show how the vehicle is running It shows how fast the vehicle is going about how much fuel is left in the tank and many other things needed to drive safely and economically United Stat...

Page 113: ...isplays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Notice If the engine is operated with the tachometer in the shaded warning area the vehicle could be damaged and the damages would not be covered...

Page 114: ...mes on The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase handbag grocery bag laptop or other electronic device To turn off the war...

Page 115: ...Indicator The vehicle has the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 40 for important safety information The instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator When the...

Page 116: ...re information including important safety information Charging System Light This light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned to START but the engine is not running as a check to show it is...

Page 117: ...s not fully release If it stays on after the parking brake is fully released it means the vehicle has a brake problem If the light comes on while driving pull off the road and stop carefully Make sure...

Page 118: ...ith the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 25 For vehicles with a Driver Information Center DIC see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 36 for all brake related DIC messages Elect...

Page 119: ...on the messages associated with this light Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light comes on briefly while starting the vehicle If it does not have the vehicle serviced by the dealer retai...

Page 120: ...he light See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 36 for more information Stop and check the tires as soon as it is safe to do so If a tire is underinflated inflate to the proper pressure See Tires on...

Page 121: ...If the vehicle is continually driven with this light on after a while the emission controls might not work as well the vehicle s fuel economy might not be as good and the engine might not run as smoo...

Page 122: ...sphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off If the vehicle has been driven through a deep puddle of water the vehicle s electrical system might be wet The cond...

Page 123: ...replaced or if the battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This can take several days of routine driving If this has...

Page 124: ...in use The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off See Fog Lamps on page 3 13 for more information Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp H...

Page 125: ...or example the gage might have indicated the fuel tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the fuel tank s capacity to fill it The gage moves a little while turning a co...

Page 126: ...the personalization menu See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 41 for more information DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is on The DIC has different modes which can be...

Page 127: ...nformation 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 conditio...

Page 128: ...l LF PSI kPa RF displays for the front tires Press the information button again until LR PSI kPa RR displays for the rear tires If a low tire pressure condition is detected by the system while driving...

Page 129: ...CHECK TIRE PRESS Pressure On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS this message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle s tires needs to be checked If a tire pressure me...

Page 130: ...g you with directional control of the vehicle This is normal when the system is operating See Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 4 6 and Electronic Stability Control ESC Traction Control System...

Page 131: ...stays on for a few seconds after the system stops limiting wheel spin See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 and Electronic Stability Control ESC Traction Control System TCS Indicator Warning Li...

Page 132: ...nic Stability Control ESC and if the hydraulic brake boost is not working or is working improperly Have the brake system serviced by your dealer retailer as soon as possible SVC Service TIRE MONITOR O...

Page 133: ...he reset button to scroll through the available settings for each mode If you do not make a selection within ten seconds the display will go back to the previous information displayed Personalization...

Page 134: ...ressed ON The horn will chirp on the first press of the unlock button on the RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 4 for more information To select a setting and move...

Page 135: ...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 U...

Page 136: ...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...

Page 137: ...ice Contact your dealer retailer before adding any equipment Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the vehicle s engine radio or other systems and could damage...

Page 138: ...isplayed turn the f knob to the desired option to select the setting Press the H button again to apply the setting or let the screen time out With Date Display Radio with CD MP3 and USB Port and Radio...

Page 139: ...date do one of the following Press the softkey located below the selected tab Press SEEK or FWD Turn f clockwise 6 To decrease the time or date do one of the following Press SEEK or s REV Turn f count...

Page 140: ...that broadcast RDS information This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available While the radio is tuned to an FM RDS statio...

Page 141: ...splay times out after approximately 10 seconds Each higher setting allows for more radio volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Finding a Station BAND Press to choose between FM1 FM2 AM or XM if...

Page 142: ...Song title information will be displayed on the top line of the display while the artist information will be displayed on the bottom line it the information is available during XM CD MP3 or WMA playba...

Page 143: ...tion is available for the current song being played Auto Text will automatically page scroll the information every three seconds above the FAV presets on the radio display By default Auto Text is enab...

Page 144: ...midrange or treble to the middle position by pressing the softkey below the BASS MID or TREB tab for more than two seconds The radio beeps once and the level adjusts to the middle position The radio m...

Page 145: ...sting all tone and speaker controls to the middle position by pressing f for more than two seconds until the radio beeps once Finding a Category CAT Station XM Satellite Radio Service Only CAT Categor...

Page 146: ...ror occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer retailer XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10...

Page 147: ...Radio s with a Single CD Player Z EJECT Press to eject the CD If the CD is not removed after several seconds the CD automatically pulls back into the player Radio s with a Six Disc CD Player Z EJECT...

Page 148: ...playing the track RDM Random Tracks can be listened to in random rather than sequential order on one CD or all CDs in a Six Disc CD player To use random on the base radio with Single CD player 1 Pres...

Page 149: ...ng correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer retailer If the radio displays an error message write it dow...

Page 150: ...top computer MP3 player CD changer etc can be connected to the auxiliary input jack for use as another audio source Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in P Park...

Page 151: ...test firmware from Apple for proper operation iPod firmware can be updated using the latest iTunes application See apple com itunes Using an MP3 Format Radios that have the capability of playing MP3 s...

Page 152: ...irectory of a CD display as F1 ROOT Empty Folder Folders that do not contain files are skipped and the player advances to the next folder that contains files Order of Play Tracks are played in the fol...

Page 153: ...3u or pls file extension and are stored on a USB device may be supported by the radio with a USB port Playing a CD R or CD RW MP3 f Tune Turn to select MP3 files on the CD currently playing SEEK Press...

Page 154: ...d When the scan is finished the disc begins playing files in order by artist The current artist playing is shown on the second line of the display Once all songs by that artist are played the player m...

Page 155: ...d it can still be used by connecting it to the Auxiliary Input Jack using a standard 3 5 mm 1 8 inch stereo cable See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack earlier for more information Using the Radio to Con...

Page 156: ...ce c Folder View Press the softkey below c to view the contents of the current folder on the USB drive To browse and select files 1 Press the softkey below c 2 Turn f to scroll through the list of fol...

Page 157: ...ll tracks The tab appears lowered when Repeat All is being used This is the default mode when a USB storage device or iPod is first connected Repeat Track Press the softkey below to repeat one track T...

Page 158: ...n is available at this time on this channel The system is working properly No Title Info No song title information is available at this time on this channel The system is working properly No CAT Info...

Page 159: ...voice commands if there is too much background noise When to Speak A short tone sounds after the system responds indicating when it is waiting for a voice command Wait until the tone and then speak H...

Page 160: ...eted To link to a different paired phone see Linking to a Different Phone later in this section Pairing a Phone 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2...

Page 161: ...n use the List command for a list of all paired phones The system responds with Would you like to delete phone name Yes or No followed by a tone 5 Say Yes to delete the phone The system responds with...

Page 162: ...name tag for the phone number The name tag is recorded and the system responds with About to store name tag Does that sound OK If the name tag does not sound correct say No and repeat Step 5 If the n...

Page 163: ...ystem responds with Directory and then plays back all of the stored name tags When the list is complete the system returns to the main menu Deleting Name Tags The system uses the following commands to...

Page 164: ...r two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Dial The system responds with Dial using phone name Number please followed by a tone 3 Say the entire number without pausing If th...

Page 165: ...n to call If the system clearly recognizes the name tag it responds with OK calling name tag and dials the number If the system is unsure it recognizes the right name tag it confirms the name tag foll...

Page 166: ...inal call To ignore the incoming call continue with the original call with no action Press c x to disconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold Three Way Calling Three Way Calling must be...

Page 167: ...and the cell phone To Transfer Audio to the Cell Phone During a call with the audio in the vehicle 1 Press b g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Transfer Call The system respond...

Page 168: ...F Tones The in vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers and numbers stored as name tags during a call This is used when calling a menu driven phone system Account numbers can be programmed into the p...

Page 169: ...on For information on how to delete this information see the above sections on Deleting a Paired Phone and Deleting Name Tags Other Information The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluet...

Page 170: ...To change radio stations Press and release w or x to go to the next or previous radio station stored as a preset Press and hold w or x to go to the next or previous radio station in the selected band...

Page 171: ...stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other For better radio reception most AM radio stations boost the power levels...

Page 172: ...place it Occasionally check to make sure the antenna is tightened to its base If tightening is required tighten by hand until fully seated plus one quarter turn XM Satellite Radio Antenna System The X...

Page 173: ...ar Axle 4 11 Steering 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 16 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 17 Highway Hypnosis 4 17...

Page 174: ...the vehicle s tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended scheduled maintenance Defensive Driving Defensive driving means always expect the une...

Page 175: ...or persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading hig...

Page 176: ...ch faster with a lot of heavy braking Keeping pace with the traffic and allowing realistic following distances eliminates a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life I...

Page 177: ...the wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster...

Page 178: ...hen the brake pedal is released or brake pedal pressure is quickly decreased Electronic Stability Control ESC The vehicle has an Electronic Stability Control ESC system which combines antilock brake t...

Page 179: ...gins to assist the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle the ESC TCS light will flash and the cruise control will automatically disengage The cruise control system may be reengaged when r...

Page 180: ...more information Competitive Driving Mode allows the driver to have full control of the rear wheels while the ESC system helps maintain directional control of the vehicle by selective brake applicati...

Page 181: ...le it is working but this is normal If the vehicle is in cruise control when TCS begins to limit wheel spin the ESC TCS light will flash and the cruise control will automatically disengage The cruise...

Page 182: ...o the wheels engine speed management and by applying brakes to each individual wheel brake traction control as necessary The traction control system is enabled automatically when the vehicle is starte...

Page 183: ...rmance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 for more information Limited Slip Rear Axle Vehicles with a limited slip rear axle can give more traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works l...

Page 184: ...not stop in time because there is no room That is the time for evasive action steering around the problem The vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply the brakes See Braking...

Page 185: ...while passing 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 indi...

Page 186: ...system might activate See Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 4 6 Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety slow down and adjust your dr...

Page 187: ...en you and other vehicles because headlamps can only light up so much road ahead Watch for animals When tired pull off the road Do not wear sunglasses Avoid staring directly into approaching headlamps...

Page 188: ...ed away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerou...

Page 189: ...o they all work and are lenses clean Tires Are treads good Are tires inflated to recommended pressure Weather and Maps Safe to travel Have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay atte...

Page 190: ...assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so...

Page 191: ...nd polish the surface under the tires even more The Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 improves the ability to accelerate on slippery roads but slow down and adjust your driving to the road condi...

Page 192: ...exhaust pipe Check again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Open a window about two inches 5 cm on the side of the vehicle that is away from t...

Page 193: ...ible to save fuel If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out o...

Page 194: ...t does not get the vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out If the vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 27 Loading the Vehicle It is very important to...

Page 195: ...information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 48 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 55 There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification label It tells you the Gross...

Page 196: ...may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consu...

Page 197: ...pacity Weight for Example 3 400 lbs 181 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg x 2 400 lbs 181 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label fo...

Page 198: ...he GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle CAUTION Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maxi...

Page 199: ...en you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Towing Towing Your Vehicle To avoid damage the disabled vehicle should be towed with all four wheels off the ground Consult your de...

Page 200: ...NOTES 4 28...

Page 201: ...matic Transmission Fluid 5 23 Manual Transmission Fluid 5 23 Hydraulic Clutch 5 23 Cooling System 5 24 Engine Coolant 5 25 Engine Overheating 5 30 Power Steering Fluid 5 32 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 3...

Page 202: ...ther Plastic Surfaces 5 95 Care of Safety Belts 5 96 Weatherstrips 5 96 Washing Your Vehicle 5 96 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 97 Finish Care 5 97 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 98 Convertible Top...

Page 203: ...es could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module mod...

Page 204: ...ssary For additional information see www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION You can be injured and the vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on...

Page 205: ...tergent Gasoline Gasoline Octane Use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher You can also use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher but the vehicle s acc...

Page 206: ...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...

Page 207: ...reformulated for low emissions can contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT...

Page 208: ...r phones Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling the vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter the vehicle whi...

Page 209: ...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 29 The vehicle has a...

Page 210: ...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 Ch...

Page 211: ...e 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 d...

Page 212: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 4L L4 engine this is what you will see 5 12...

Page 213: ...D Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 15 E Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 21 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on p...

Page 214: ...When you open the hood on the 2 0L L4 engine this is what you will see 5 14...

Page 215: ...Starting on page 5 37 I Battery on page 5 36 Out of View J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 37 K Underhood Fuse Block on page 5 106 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea...

Page 216: ...ge 5 109 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engine Compartm...

Page 217: ...rs on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 American Petroleum Institute API starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have...

Page 218: ...um Institute API Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the re...

Page 219: ...set every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it indicates that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL SOON message comes on See DIC Warnings and...

Page 220: ...d the reset button until the DIC display shows ACKNOWLEDGED This will tell you the system has been reset 5 Turn the key to LOCK OFF If the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes back on when the vehicle is sta...

Page 221: ...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 222: ...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...

Page 223: ...vehicle s 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...

Page 224: ...Coolant 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 eng...

Page 225: ...n addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use DEX COOL s...

Page 226: ...to be added This mixture Gives freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C outside temperature Gives boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C engine temperature Protects against rust and corrosion Will not dam...

Page 227: ...X COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done See Engine Coolant Engine Coolant for more information The vehicle must be on a level surface When y...

Page 228: ...ng the surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap If coolant is needed add the proper DEX COOL coolant mix...

Page 229: ...ne 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...

Page 230: ...ehicle serviced Notice Engine damage from running the engine without coolant is not covered by the warranty Notice If the engine catches fire because of being driven with no coolant your vehicle can b...

Page 231: ...necessary 3 In heavy traffic let the engine idle in N Neutral while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to P Park or N Neutral and let the engine idle If the temperature overheat ga...

Page 232: ...ystem inspected and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering fluid 1 Turn the engine off and let it cool down 2 Clean the top and cap of the reservoir 3 Remove the cap an...

Page 233: ...against freezing Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When...

Page 234: ...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 b...

Page 235: ...built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving except wh...

Page 236: ...performance expected can change in many other ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed Battery This vehicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery see your dea...

Page 237: ...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 vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause...

Page 238: ...k Open the red plastic cover to access the terminal Do not remove fuse block cover to jump start the vehicle Locate the remote negative ground bracket which is located in the rear of the engine compar...

Page 239: ...njure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles c...

Page 240: ...ion on the vehicle with the dead battery Your vehicle has a remote negative ground bracket for this purpose 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to star...

Page 241: ...Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired H...

Page 242: ...is recommended that you take the vehicle to your dealer retailer for service Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 47 For any bulb changing procedur...

Page 243: ...and pull it from the headlamp assembly 4 Remove the electrical connector from the bulb socket 5 Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket 6 Push the new bulb straight into the bulb socket unti...

Page 244: ...the front bumper 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out the bulb socket 4 Disconnect the bulb socket from the electrical connector 5 Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket 6 P...

Page 245: ...t from the vehicle 4 Remove the taillamp assembly 5 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove 6 Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket 7 Push the new bulb straight into the bulb socke...

Page 246: ...hind the rear facia 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove from the bulb assembly 3 Pull the bulb from the bulb socket 4 Push in a new bulb straight into the bulb socket until it connects 5...

Page 247: ...lace the license plate lamp by pushing it through the fascia opening 6 Turn the two screws that hold the license plate lamp clockwise to reinstall Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back Up L...

Page 248: ...per blade assembly 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...

Page 249: ...old tires can cause accidents If the tire s tread is badly worn or if your vehicle s tires have been damaged replace them Low Profile Tires If your vehicle has P245 45R18 size tires they are classifie...

Page 250: ...ere may be decreased dry road traction increased road noise and shorter tire tread life After switching to winter tires be alert for changes in vehicle handling and braking See your dealer retailer fo...

Page 251: ...cation code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that th...

Page 252: ...ates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is...

Page 253: ...or kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 55 Curb Weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the m...

Page 254: ...that contains a whitewall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metr...

Page 255: ...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 Loadi...

Page 256: ...he tires are cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem Press the tire gage firmly onto t...

Page 257: ...te 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 pr...

Page 258: ...ipment Tire Pressure Monitor Operation This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists TPMS sensors are moun...

Page 259: ...ory installed Tire Inflator Kit This kit uses a GM approved liquid tire sealant Using non approved tire sealants could damage the TPMS sensors See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit for information regar...

Page 260: ...de 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 tire wheel position by increasing or decreasing th...

Page 261: ...o 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 corner sensor is ready to be learned Proceed to the...

Page 262: ...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 rot...

Page 263: ...lation Tire Pressure on page 5 55 and Loading the Vehicle on page 4 22 Reset the Tire Pressure monitor System See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5 58 Make certain that all wheel nuts are prop...

Page 264: ...he 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...

Page 265: ...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 51 fo...

Page 266: ...s may give a low pressure warning that is higher or lower than the proper warning level you would get with TPC Spec rated tires See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5 56 Your vehicle s original eq...

Page 267: ...ty grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to t...

Page 268: ...e relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences...

Page 269: ...er 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 factor...

Page 270: ...ht wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehic...

Page 271: ...ce 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 specifica...

Page 272: ...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 Without Selector Switch on page 5 74 or Tire Sealant...

Page 273: ...t the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in P Park See Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission on page 2 25 If your vehicle has a manual transmission move the shift lever to R Reverse and...

Page 274: ...n If the vehicle has the tire sealant and compressor kit shown above see the operating instructions that follow If the vehicle has the tire sealant and compressor kit shown above follow the operating...

Page 275: ...oring 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...

Page 276: ...adhered to the sealant canister Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date Replacement sealant canisters are ava...

Page 277: ...ave penetrated the tire 1 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage on page 5 92 Make sure the on off button D is in the off O po...

Page 278: ...re gage E The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 55 The pressure gage E may read higher than the actual tire pr...

Page 279: ...or replaced 16 Return the equipment to its original storage location in the vehicle 17 Immediately drive the vehicle 5 miles 8 km to distribute the sealant in the tire 18 Stop at a safe location and c...

Page 280: ...vehicle to an authorized dealer retailer within a 100 miles 161 km of driving to have the tire repaired or replaced Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire Not Pun...

Page 281: ...e the cigarette lighter Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window 9 Start the vehicle The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor 10 Press the on off D button to turn the c...

Page 282: ...air only hose F and the power plug C back in its original location 16 Place the equipment in the original storage location in the vehicle Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the...

Page 283: ...r dealer retailer for more information To install a new sealant canister 1 Align the sealant air hose F with the slot in the air compressor 2 Push the sealant canister B down and turn it clockwise 3 W...

Page 284: ...f the vehicle has the tire sealant and compressor kit shown above see the operating instructions that follow If the vehicle has the tire sealant and compressor kit shown above follow the operating ins...

Page 285: ...oring 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...

Page 286: ...g instructions on the label adhered to the sealant canister Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date Replacemen...

Page 287: ...ge location See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage on page 5 92 2 Unwrap the sealant air hose F and the power plug H 3 Place the kit on the ground 4 Remove the valve stem cap from the flat tire b...

Page 288: ...ading The compressor may be turned on off until the correct pressure is reached Notice If the recommended pressure cannot be reached after approximately 25 minutes the vehicle should not be driven far...

Page 289: ...than 10 psi 68 kPa below the recommended inflation pressure stop driving the vehicle The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire See Roadside Assistance Program on page...

Page 290: ...se 5 Attach the air only hose G onto the tire valve stem by turning it clockwise until it is tight 6 Plug the power plug H into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle Unplug all items from other ac...

Page 291: ...ssure reading is reached This option is only functional when using the air only hose G 11 Press the on off button B to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off Be careful while handling the tire s...

Page 292: ...nt and Compressor Kit Storage The tire sealant and compressor kit is located in the driver side rear corner of the trunk 1 Make sure the convertible top is in the up position before accessing the tire...

Page 293: ...the surfaces being cleaned Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended Use glass cleaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray from other surf...

Page 294: ...loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats For any soil always try to remove it first with plain water or club soda Before c...

Page 295: ...silicone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean the vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Never use sho...

Page 296: ...es on the vehicle Check the cleaning product label If it states that it should not be used on plastic parts do not use it on the vehicle or damage may occur and it would not be covered by the warranty...

Page 297: ...it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on the vehicle Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil an...

Page 298: ...nter 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 brush can chafe the threads in t...

Page 299: ...warranty Use only approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome plated wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishe...

Page 300: ...ish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer...

Page 301: ...repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first Vehicle Identification Ve...

Page 302: ...Paint information Production options and special equipment Do not remove this label from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle...

Page 303: ...he wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of J Case fuses mini fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical probl...

Page 304: ...vehicle under the carpet Remove the fuse block cover to access the fuses Use the fuse puller to remove fuses After re installing the fuse block cover be sure to tuck the carpet under the heater floor...

Page 305: ...sing Module Crank Relay Instrument Panel Cluster 17 Empty 18 Empty 19 Steering Wheel Controls Fuses Usage 20 Spare 21 Spare 22 Empty 23 Radio 24 Sensing and Diagnostic Module 25 Engine Control Module...

Page 306: ...e 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 index finger and pull straight out See Engine Compartment...

Page 307: ...NF 25 Fuse Puller 26 Powertrain Relay 27 Empty Fuses Usage 28 Back up Lamps Relay Automatic Transmission Empty Manual Transmission 29 Data Link Connector 30 Outlet 31 Back up Lamps Automatic Transmiss...

Page 308: ...Wiper Low High Relay 53 Fog Lamps 54 Fog Lamps Relay 55 Horn Relay 56 S Band OnStar Remote Keyless Entry System Fuses Usage 57 Antilock Brake System 58 Wiper Diode 59 Windshield Wiper 60 Horn 61 Antil...

Page 309: ...der 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...

Page 310: ...Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2 0L L4 X Automatic Manual 0 035 in 0 90 mm 2 4L L4 B Automatic Manual 0 040 in 1 01 mm 5 110...

Page 311: ...6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants...

Page 312: ...athe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from the vehicle To help protect the environment and to keep the vehicle in good condition be sure to maintai...

Page 313: ...hnician do the work See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 5 4 Some maintenance services can be complex So unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment have your dealer retai...

Page 314: ...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 ap...

Page 315: ...te h Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 62 and At Least Once a Month on page 6 9 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant an...

Page 316: ...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...

Page 317: ...Windshield and Wiper Blades on page 5 98 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...

Page 318: ...any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to the vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 At...

Page 319: ...ular 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 For automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in...

Page 320: ...Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of P Park with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of P Park contact your dealer retailer for service Ignition Transmission Lo...

Page 321: ...ssion in N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability With the engine...

Page 322: ...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 an...

Page 323: ...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 Lubrip...

Page 324: ...ntenance Replacement Parts Part Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 0L L4 Engine 15925738 A3084C 2 4L L4 Engine 15287103 A3076C Engine Oil Filter 12605566 PF457G Spark Plugs 2...

Page 325: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing Belt routing for air conditioning AC shown Dotted line represents routing for vehicles without AC 6 15...

Page 326: ...ces 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...

Page 327: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17...

Page 328: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18...

Page 329: ...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 Gover...

Page 330: ...S contact the Saturn Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 553 6000 In Canada call the Saturn Customer Communication Centre at 1 800 263 1999 A Saturn Customer Assistance Center team member wil...

Page 331: ...n given in your case you can reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you Contact the BBB Auto Line Program by using the toll free telephone number or by writing them at the...

Page 332: ...mmunication Centre General Motors of Canada Limited Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 Your inquiry should be accompanied by the Vehicle Ident...

Page 333: ...r profile and use tools and forms with greater ease To sign up visit the My GM Canada section within www gm ca Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist owners who have hearing diffic...

Page 334: ...d 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 fr...

Page 335: ...ing the vehicle is covered In Canada a person driving the vehicle without permission from the owner is not covered Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Saturn and Gene...

Page 336: ...during the 5 years 100 000 miles 160 000 km Powertrain warranty period Items considered are hotel meals and rental car Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance Impound towing caused by violation o...

Page 337: ...tation needs your dealer retailer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service...

Page 338: ...ce In addition for U S customers should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual...

Page 339: ...performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as the parts with which your veh...

Page 340: ...Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance...

Page 341: ...urance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Things like name address phone number driver s license...

Page 342: ...s you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have con...

Page 343: ...te Saturn Customer Communication Centre General Motors of Canada Limited CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals A variety o...

Page 344: ...unexpected condition Others describe a quicker way to fix your vehicle They can help a technician service your vehicle better Most bulletins apply to conditions affecting a small number of vehicles Yo...

Page 345: ...ed by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the...

Page 346: ...r trip information Refer to the navigation system operating manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions Radio Frequency Identification RFID RFID technology is used in some vehi...

Page 347: ...na XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 80 Antilock Brake System ABS 4 5 Antilock Brake System Warning Light 3 26 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 99 Care of Safety Belts 5 96 Chemica...

Page 348: ...45 Buying New Tires 5 65 C California Fuel 5 6 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 5 4 California Proposition 65 Warning 5 4 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 109 Carbon Mon...

Page 349: ...ture Warning Light 3 27 Cooling System 5 24 Cruise Control 3 9 Cupholders 2 35 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 7 9 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 7 5 Customer...

Page 350: ...r Console Fuse Block 5 104 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 103 Headlamp Wiring 5 103 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 103 Underhood Fuse Block 5 106 Electronic Immobilizer PASS Key III 2 14 Electr...

Page 351: ...soline Specifications 5 5 Low Warning Light 3 33 Fuses Floor Console Fuse Block 5 104 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 103 Underhood Fuse Block 5 106 G Gage Fuel 3 33 Speedometer 3 21 Tachometer 3 21 Gaso...

Page 352: ...ry System 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 5 51 Lamp Malfunction Indicator 3 29 Lamps Mirror Reading 3 14 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 18 LATCH System for Child Restraints 1 30 Latches Seatback 1 5 Licens...

Page 353: ...Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Introduction 6 2 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Maintenance Schedule cont Maintenance Record 6 16 Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Owner C...

Page 354: ...to 2 25 Shifting Out of 2 26 Park Brake 2 24 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 27 Parking Your Vehicle 2 27 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 23 Passenger Sensing System 1 40 Passing 4 13 PASS Key III...

Page 355: ...placing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 47 Retained Accessory Power 2 18 Roadside Assistance Program 7 7 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 22 Routing Engine Drive Belt 6 15 Running the Vehic...

Page 356: ...ring Wheel Tilt Wheel 3 6 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area 2 35 Cupholders 2 35 Glove Box 2 35 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 5 92 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 21 Sun Visors 2...

Page 357: ...tion Control System TCS 4 9 Limited Slip Rear Axle 4 11 Traction Control System 3 26 Transmission Fluid Automatic 5 23 Fluid Manual 5 23 Transmission Operation Automatic 2 20 Transmission Operation Ma...

Page 358: ...lignment and Tire Balance 5 69 Different Size 5 66 Replacement 5 69 Windows 2 10 Power 2 11 Windshield Washer 3 9 Washer Fluid 5 33 Wiper Blade Replacement 5 48 Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 98 Wipers 3 8 W...

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