Oldsmobile 2003 Silhouette Owner'S Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for 2003 Silhouette

Page 2: ...ts Gages and Indicators 3 39 Driver Information Center DIC 3 60 InstrumentPanel 3 1 Messaye Center 5 3L n r Audio System s 3 63 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 32 Service 5 3 Fuel...

Page 3: ...f you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207...

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

Page 5: ...labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle are shown along w...

Page 6: ...OTH LAP AND SHOULDER BELTSTO PROTECT OCCUPANT MASTER ENGINE DO NOT TWIST TEMP BELT WHENATACHING FASTEN SEAT BELTS MOVE SEAT FULLY k REARWARD z SECURE CHILD SEAT PULL BELT COMPLETELY THEN SECURE CHILD...

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Page 8: ...lt Pretensioners 1 44 Child Restraints 1 45 Older Children 1 45 Infants and Young Children 1 48 Child Restraint Systems 1 51 Where to Put the Restraint 1 54 Top Strap 1 55 Top Strap Anchor Location 1...

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

Page 10: ...vehicle Eight Way Power Seats If your vehicle has this feature the eight way power seat controls are located on the outboard sides of both the driver s and the front passenger s seats 0 Move the fron...

Page 11: ...light on the switch will be lit Press the top of the switch to turn the heater off The heated seat switch will turn off when the ignition is turned to OFF and will resume operation when the ignition...

Page 12: ...inst your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go intoit receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its jobeither In a crash the belt couldgo up over your abdomen T...

Page 13: ...o that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others To adj...

Page 14: ...Feature The rear seats in your vehicle can be folded forward Use this feature for exiting and entering third row seats 1 If the seats have the adjustable head restraints push them fully down 2 Fold t...

Page 15: ...that it is locked Split Bench Seats If you have the third row split bench seat the seatbacks can be folded forward or reclined individuallyand the seats can be removed individually Folding or Rec 3ing...

Page 16: ...sing the seatback until it locks upright Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked into place To recline the seatback pull the nylon strap or lift the recliner lever Press back on the s...

Page 17: ...lon strap at the center of the base of the seat to release the rear latches from the floor pins Do not let go of the strap until the seat is folded all the way forward 3 To unlatch the front latches s...

Page 18: ...hat is improperly routel not properly attached or twisted won t provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After installing the seat always check t...

Page 19: ...bar toward the solid crossbar while placing the front hooks of the bench seat onto the front two floor pins 3 If the front legs are not attached correctly the rear legs will not attach to the rear se...

Page 20: ...k ecli er ever e GI the R y X If your vehicle has the captain s chairs the seatbacks can be folded forward or reclined and the seats can be removed Adjusting the Captain s Chairs Second Row The second...

Page 21: ...e of the seat Use the recliner lever to move the seatback to the desired position It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forward taking the weight off the seatback The seatbacks on th...

Page 22: ...oving the Captain s Chairs I 1 Pull the nylon strap behind the chair to release the rear hooks from the floor pins 2 The seat can then be lifted off the front floor pins and removed from the vehicle 1...

Page 23: ...he belt could be seriously injured After installing theseat always check tobe sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Don t put the seats in so they face rearwa...

Page 24: ...ok the front latches over the front floor pins 2 Push the rear of the seat down to lock the rear latches onto the rear set of floor pins 3 Push and pull on the seat to be sure it is properly attached...

Page 25: ...e seatback pull up on the lever located on the back of the seat and push the seatback down until it is locked into place Push and pull on the seatback to make sure that it is locked into place To rais...

Page 26: ...5 While holding onto the crossbar at the bottom of the seat remove the seat by rocking it slightly toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out This should be done in one motion Notice Do no...

Page 27: ...lock theseat into place properly when installing it A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted won t provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt...

Page 28: ...tion before beginning this procedure 1 Placethe front hooks of the seat onto the front floor pins in the third row To do this the seat will need to be angled so the front hooks clear the floor pins If...

Page 29: ...r killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too It is extremely dangerous to ride in a c...

Page 30: ...en buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed...

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Page 32: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield nr the instrument panel 1 25...

Page 33: ...in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale ha...

Page 34: ...ious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are...

Page 35: ...ose and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt m...

Page 36: ...u pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be wornlow and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones Andyou d be less likely...

Page 37: ...sired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing upon the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing the button down to make su...

Page 38: ...r belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protectionthis way YOL an be se sly hur sl _ Jer belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder...

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Page 40: ...if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen notat the pelvic bones and that...

Page 41: ...serious injured if youwear shoulder belt under yourarm In a crash your body would movetoo far forward which would increase the chanceof head and neck injury Also the belt would applytoo much force to...

Page 42: ...ted across the body You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work...

Page 43: ...you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured i...

Page 44: ...e right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 7 28 The right front passenger ssafety belt works the same way as the driver s safetybelt except for onething If you ever pul...

Page 45: ...e belt TOmake the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Sa...

Page 46: ...a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions l tu Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts He...

Page 47: ...Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Third Row Outside Passenger Position Pull up on the latch plate to...

Page 48: ...uries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restrainingforces The safety he t ncksif there s a sudden stop or a crash or...

Page 49: ...uide better positions the belt away from the neck and head If your vehicle has a split bench seat in the third row there is one guide for each outside passenger position To provide added safety belt c...

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Page 51: ...ch the front of the vehicle hits something Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you ll need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing R...

Page 52: ...der 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 thi...

Page 53: ...e child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the re...

Page 54: ...ay in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portio...

Page 55: ...en up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Young children should...

Page 56: ...against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for young c...

Page 57: ...traint 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...

Page 58: ...ettle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply forceon a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always...

Page 59: ...he infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint r I L A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body...

Page 60: ...or many years add on child restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system...

Page 61: ...seat General Motors therefore recommendsthat child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an ol...

Page 62: ...r your child restraint If yours requiresthat the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in ki...

Page 63: ...use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed If you have an adjustable head restraint route the top strap under it Once...

Page 64: ...inn nncitinn I Third Row Stowable Seat The anchor bar for the stowable bench seat is located on the passenger s side of the crossbar Use the center convenience center is in the vehicle you must lift t...

Page 65: ...atingthe lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating positionwith the LATCH system will have latches between the seatback and cushion In order to use the system you need either a forwar...

Page 66: ...ng there In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to sec...

Page 67: ...aint is forward facing attach the top strap to the top strap anchor See Top Strap on page 1 55 Tighten the top strap according to the child restraint instructions 5 Pushand pull the child restraint in...

Page 68: ...ld restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 2 Put the restraint on the seat Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s s...

Page 69: ...elt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set...

Page 70: ...it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint...

Page 71: ...n the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 2 3 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pu...

Page 72: ...on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing childrestraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child r...

Page 73: ...g child restraint in a rear seat Although a rear seat is a safer place you can secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat You ll be using the lap shoulderbelt See the earlier part...

Page 74: ...or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you...

Page 75: ...e to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicl...

Page 76: ...educe your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don t replace them Le w L m A ACIY II w r n s e d a r ksl Frontal ai...

Page 77: ...ag whenit inflates can be seriously injured orkilled Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but CAUTION Continued not for young ildl J and infants ither thevehicle s saf...

Page 78: ...ag is in the middle of the e L l 3lCCl II IY V V I IGGI The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side o...

Page 79: ...n inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything betweenan occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering Don t le...

Page 80: ...hreshold level will be higher The driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers rear impacts or in many side impacts because inflation would not help t...

Page 81: ...any types of collisions including frontal or near frontal collisions rollovers and rear impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air bags Air bags should never be regarded as...

Page 82: ...parts The service Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic frontal sensor which helps the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact Your vehicle...

Page 83: ...Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 10 For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service Y...

Page 84: ...y can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does no...

Page 85: ...mage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system wasn t being used at the ti...

Page 86: ...rrent 2 27 PASS Key Ill 2 29 PASS Key Ill Operation 2 30 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 27 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 32 Ignition Positions 2 32 New Vehicle Break In 2 32 Starting Your Engine 2...

Page 87: ...Net 2 59 Convenience Center 2 60 Vehicle Personalization Entering ProgrammingMode Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting AutomaticDoorLocks Last Door Locking andLockoutDeterrent Remote Driver Unlock...

Page 88: ...Keys 2 3...

Page 89: ...de Any new PASS Key Ill key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle See PASS Kep 111on page 2 29 for more informationon programming your new key Notice Your vehicle has a number of featur...

Page 90: ...cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modificationsto this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a dec...

Page 91: ...o operate the power sliding door s the parking lamps will flash to let you know the command was received If you would like to change the way the parking lamps operate with remote unlockconfirmation se...

Page 92: ...ton with the van symbol is pressed Press the vansymbol again to close the sliding door s SeePower Sliding Door PSD on page 2 16for more information You can operate the power sliding door s with the re...

Page 93: ...touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter 1 Insert a flat object like a coin into the slot on the side of the transmitter and twist it t...

Page 94: ...can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From t...

Page 95: ...ont door from the inside push the manual lever forward From the inside press the front of the power door lock switch on either front door to unlock all doors and the liftgate With the content theft de...

Page 96: ...s is also true if you use the remote keyless entry transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry System on page 2 5 Last Door Closed Locking The last door closed locking feature will delay the power locking of...

Page 97: ...operate see Vehicle Personalization on page 2 62 Sliding Door Delayed Locking If either sliding door is open when you use the power door locks to lock the vehicle the sliding door that is open will no...

Page 98: ...Your Vehicle If you are leavingthe vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from the inside Then get out and close the door Dual Sliding Doors To open either sliding door from outside t...

Page 99: ...on a steep grade 15 percent or more the door may not stay open and could slam shut possibly injuring someone To make sure the door does not slam shut be sure to hold it open until everyone is clear of...

Page 100: ...ding Door Security Lock Your vehicle is equipped with a sliding door security lock that helps prevent young children or other passengers from opening the sliding door s using the inside door handle To...

Page 101: ...ure is in use Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock 1 Unlock the sliding door and open the door from 2 Push the security lock lever all the way down the outside 3 Close the door 4 Repeat Steps 1 th...

Page 102: ...door The power sliding door and the power sliding door override is one switch Pressingthe part of the switch es withthe don t symbol turns the power to the sliding door s off When the power sliding d...

Page 103: ...power sliding door s is open or in the process of closingwhen you shift out of PARK P a buzzer will sound This is a warning that the sliding door s is not completely closed If the power to the slidin...

Page 104: ...r s when the If anobjectobstructsthe power sliding door s while override switch es is turned off pull the inside or it is closing the door will automatically reverse to the open position provided it m...

Page 105: ...ol of the power door system If you want to close the power sliding door s when the override switch es is turned off pull the inside or outside handle or the edge of the door Move the door about 4 inch...

Page 106: ...heck to be sure the power sliding door is unlocked 2 Turn the ignition key to OFF 3 f en t r r n the pnwer slidin door override switch off and securely closed 4 Remove fuse 29 from the underhood fuse...

Page 107: ...ate You could slam the liftgate into something and break the glass I t can be dangerous to drive w the liftgate open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into yourvehicle You can t see or smell CO...

Page 108: ...mly shut the liftgate Don t drive with the liftgate open even slightly See Engine Exhaust on page 2 43 A message in your instrument panel cluster will warn you if the liftgate is not completely closed...

Page 109: ...the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heatstroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the w...

Page 110: ...dye L JL I _ I AI a rl 00 The driver s power window switch has two down positions The first position lowers the window normally To raise the window pull up the front of the switch Express Down Window...

Page 111: ...s can be closed fully or partway depending on how long the switch is pressed The ignition must be in RUN ACCESSORY or Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active to use the power rear quarter windows...

Page 112: ...r with a key Arming with the Power Lock Switch Your alarm system will arm when you use either power door lock switchto lockthe doors while any door or the liftgate is open and the key is removedfrom t...

Page 113: ...o let you know the system is armed If you would like your key not to arm the system see Vehicle Personalization on page 2 62 Arming Confirmation If remote unlock confirmationis on your parking lamps w...

Page 114: ...ing interferencethat may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference an...

Page 115: ...in If the engine still does not start and the key appears to be undamaged try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the instrument panel PASS KEY fuse If the engine still does n...

Page 116: ...F and remove the key 4 Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to RUN within 10 seconds of removing the previous key 5 The security message will turn off once the key has been programmed It may no...

Page 117: ...ring this time your new brake linings aren t 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 li...

Page 118: ...hed or towed but never try to push start your vehicle D RUN This is the position to which the switch returns after you start your engine and releasethe ignition key This is the positionfor driving Eve...

Page 119: ...ging your starter 2 If the engine doesn t start in 10 seconds push the accelerator pedal about one quarterof the way down while you turn the key to START Do this until the engine starts As soon as it...

Page 120: ...o an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three...

Page 121: ...ck from the solenoid of the system This ensures that the system is operating properly If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as...

Page 122: ...ngine is racing rqcjng running 3t high speed i dangP rQl s Notice Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting into a drive gear with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty AUTOMATIC OVERDRIV...

Page 123: ...t speeds over55 mph 90 km h or you can damage your transaxle Use THIRD 3 or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D as much as possible Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than65 mph 105 km h or you c...

Page 124: ...unt of pressure to the parking brake pedal as you did when you set the parking brake When you remove your foot from the parking brake pedal it will pop up to the released position Notice Driving with...

Page 125: ...the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pullinga trailer see Towing...

Page 126: ...ng brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could beinjured Don t leave I your vehicle with the engine running I If you...

Page 127: ...shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when th...

Page 128: ...ss and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving ove...

Page 129: ...with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving in the Index It can De dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully inPARK P with the parki...

Page 130: ...ect the passenger s side rearview mirror Then use the control to adjust each mirror so that you can see a little of the side of your vehicle and the area beside and behind your vehicle when you are si...

Page 131: ...k farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes I Outsi...

Page 132: ...te OnStap user s guide and the terms and conditions of the Onstar Subscription Service Agreement are included in your vehicle s glove box iiterature For more iniormaiion visii www msiar cwrl contact O...

Page 133: ...s glove box or call Onstar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 Onstar Virtual Advisor With Onstar Virtual Advisor you can listen to the news entertainment and informative topics such as traffic and weath...

Page 134: ...used to activate devices such as gate operators garagedoor openers entry door locks security systems and home lighting Additional HomeLink information can be found on the internet at www nomeiink com...

Page 135: ...y 1 800 355 3515 Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 Press and hold down the two outside buttons releasing...

Page 136: ...At the garage door opener receiver motor head unit in the garage locate the Learn or Smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit 7 Firmly p...

Page 137: ...until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted by HomeLinkO The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming HomeLink to complete Using...

Page 138: ...hile still holding the HomeLink button proceed with Step 2 under Programming HomeLink Resetting Defaults To reset HomeLink to default settings do the following 1 Hold down the two outside buttons for...

Page 139: ...en pull the door down if you need it fully open To close the glove box the door must be pushed up past the detent Cupholder s There are cupholders located belowthe center instrument panel switchbank T...

Page 140: ...enter DIC and HomeLink Transmitter buttons For informationon the features listed see each of them in the Index Front Seat Storage Net There may be a storage net that stretches between the front seats...

Page 141: ...ivers to havea collision and of course damage your vehicle You may be able to carry something like this inside But never carry something longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle...

Page 142: ...down Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 34 To prevent damage or loss of cargo...

Page 143: ...ls forward or back as needed to accommodate loads of various sizes After repositioning the crossrails be sure to tighten the release knobs by turning them clockwise This will lock the crossrails in pl...

Page 144: ...e higher side of the net up and over the top of the load to hold it firmly in place 1 Attach the upper loops to the posts on either side of the liftgate opening The label on the net should be in the u...

Page 145: ...door latch and lower the convenience center cover to close it Removing the Convenience Center 1 Make sure that all items are off of the convenience 2 Turn the hand knob counterclockwiseuntil the knob...

Page 146: ...sill can be folded down onto the stowable seat to close the space between the two when the stowable seat is folded down To do this flip the sill plate up and over toward the stowable seat The cover o...

Page 147: ...atures that can be programmed To determine which features your vehicle is equipped with follow the steps listed for enteringthe programming mode Feature Number of Confirmation Door Unlock Locking Exit...

Page 148: ...You can now program your choices To exit the programming mode follow the steps listed under Exiting Programming Mode on page 2 71 Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting This feature allows you to cust...

Page 149: ...e you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Automatic Door Locks This f...

Page 150: ...ction you want The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Last...

Page 151: ...er exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Remote Driver Unlock Control This feature allows you to customize...

Page 152: ...able Modes correspondingto the mode selection you want Press untilYou hear the number Of chimes Mode 1 Both Features Off Remote lock and unlock confirmation are disabled The mode you selected is now s...

Page 153: ...let you know the command has been received Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed in Mode 4 The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it lef...

Page 154: ...rogram your vehicle to a different mode dothe following 2 Turn the parking lamps on then off 3 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes indicates the vehicle s current programmed mode...

Page 155: ...content theft deterrent system will not arm 0 The system will disarm when you unlock the doors with your remote keyless entry transmitter While this mode provides increasedsecurity it can be a proble...

Page 156: ...you hear The number of chimes indicates the vehicle s curreni programmed mode iiyou ao not wish io change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later...

Page 157: ...e seat will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver You will hear one beep You can also store an exit position for each driver The exit position is programmed by moving the se...

Page 158: ...t r c t n m V U i L l l W U L L I I L I L U I I i I I I V y L L 4 49 Speedometer and Odometer 3 41 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 42 Air Bag Readiness Light 3 43 Brake System Warning Light 3 44 Anti Loc...

Page 159: ...rtainment System 3 98 RearSeatAudio RSA With Entertainment System 3 100 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 101 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 102 DVD Distortion 3 103 Understanding Radio Reception 3 103 Care...

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Page 162: ...tlets G AudioSystem H Side Outlets I ExteriorLampsControl J HoodRelease K Audio Steering Wheel Controls L Horn M Ignition Switch N Audio Steering Wheel Controls 0 Climate Controls P RearFan Controls Q...

Page 163: ...column Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the bu...

Page 164: ...eel is located on the left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable positio...

Page 165: ...n at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and check the fuse See Bulb Replacement on page 5 52 and Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 96 If you have a trailer towing optionwith adde...

Page 166: ...toward LOW the shorter the delay will be Use this setting tor light rain or snow Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to c...

Page 167: ...e to cycle three more times There is only one washer fluid reservoir for the front and rear windshield wipers See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 38 To wash the rear window when the rear wiper is al...

Page 168: ...trol when the optional traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control System TCS onpage 4 10 When road conditions allow you to...

Page 169: ...ol switch from ON to R A resume accelerate briefly You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you hold the switch at R A the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the sw...

Page 170: ...Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills Ho...

Page 171: ...except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL Parking Lamps Turning the control to this setting turns on the parking lamps together with the following SidemarkerLamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights sD Head...

Page 172: ...e exterior lamps will come on automatically When it s bright enough outside the exterior lamps will turn off and the DRL will turn on Of course you may still turn on the headlamps any time you need to...

Page 173: ...indicator light will go off When your DRL are on the exterior lamps control must first be turned from the off position before the fog lamps can be turned on Your parking lamps or headlamps must be on...

Page 174: ...rride switch is off Turn the thumbwheel to the left to turn the lamps off Interior Lamps Override This switch is located in the overhead console switchbank Pressingthe don t symbol keepsthe interior l...

Page 175: ...e are closed The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all doors have been closed if they have not been locked See Delayed Lighting following To turn the entry lighting feature off or...

Page 176: ...or the liftgate is open and slowly fade out when all doors and the liftgate are closed The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all doors have been closed if they have not been locked...

Page 177: ...me you open a door unless you turn on the interior lamps override See Interior Lamps Override earlier in this section Battery Run Down Protection Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from dr...

Page 178: ...more information see each of these features in the Index If your vehicle is not equipped with the optional rear climate control system there will be a storage space in this switchbank The rubber mat c...

Page 179: ...onic sensors located at the rear bumper are used to detect the distance to the object The URPA display is located inside the vehicle near the rear window It has three color coded lights used to provid...

Page 180: ...ork Properly The light may flash red when the vehicle is in REVERSE R if the ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean So be sure to keep your rear bumper free of mud dirt snow ice and slush Other conditi...

Page 181: ...amps Always turn off any electrical equipment when not in use Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain your battery Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with th...

Page 182: ...floor outlets Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to thefloor outlets t g Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets Use this mode to send air to the rear of...

Page 183: ...to turn the air conditioning system on or off When A C is pressed an indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that air conditioning is activated You may notice a slight change in en...

Page 184: ...circulation and run the air conditioningcompressor unless the outside temperature is at or below freezina Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defrost mode Rear Window Defogger The rear windo...

Page 185: ...oor outlets Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets i Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets Use this mode to send air to the rearof the v...

Page 186: ...turn the air conditioningsystem on or off When A Cis pressed an indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that air conditioning is activated You may notice a slight change in engine...

Page 187: ...f recirculation and run the air conditioningcompressor unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defrost mode Rear Window Defogger The rear w...

Page 188: ...f air into your vehicle Use of non GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside...

Page 189: ...t panel switchbank Use this knob to adjust the fan speed for the rear seat passengers from the front seating area 1 2 These controls are overhead onthe controlpanel located behindthe driver s seat A r...

Page 190: ...Turn the fan knob on either rear fan control to 0 or OFF to turn off the fan Setting the Temperature If the driver is adjusting the temperature do the following To increase or decrease the temperatur...

Page 191: ...use the main climate control system see Climate Controls listed previously in this section For information on ventilation see Outlet Adjustment also listed previously in this section Rear Climate Cont...

Page 192: ...r of the vehicle through the overhead outlets Select floor defog or defrost mode to direct air to the rear of the vehicle through the floor outlets Generally the upper outlets are used for air conditi...

Page 193: ...t arrow button to make the air cooler Use the right arrow button to make the air warmer Rear Air Outlets To increase airflow through the rear floor outlets place the left bucket seat in the second row...

Page 194: ...t particlesReductionsin airflow which mayoccur more quickly in dusty areas indicatethat the filter needs to be replacedearly For howoftento change the air filter see Part A Scheduled Maintenance Servi...

Page 195: ...condfilter out 4 Replace the filters by reversing Step 3 Make sure the filters are inserted so that the sealing foam is angled in the same direction on both filters For the type of filter to use see N...

Page 196: ...engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehi...

Page 197: ...glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically The indicator warning lights and gag...

Page 198: ...so display two separate trip odometers designated by the letter A or B in the display window as well as your vehicle s Engine Oil Life designated by the word OIL in the display window The display can...

Page 199: ...ition was last turned on and you began driving If you use the retro active reset feature after you have started the vehicle but before you begin moving the display will show the number of miles kilome...

Page 200: ...ou start the bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away n L l m nr n mrrn n m r h n m a q v n A v r m r n A V qir V G I I I b I G V I b W 1 1 1 G a V I 1 Y Y I I G I I Y W...

Page 201: ...r part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away BRA...

Page 202: ...for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you ve started your engine turn the ignition off Or if the light...

Page 203: ...tion Control System TCS on page 4 10 for more information If there s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning l...

Page 204: ...rn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 5 26 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada SERVICE ENGINE SOON...

Page 205: ...tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to cost...

Page 206: ...sidering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank on page 5 7 The diagnostic system can determi...

Page 207: ...pection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincialand local governments haveor may begin programs to inspectthe emission control equipment on your vehicle Failureto pass this inspection could prev...

Page 208: ...n the ignition is on Here are four things that some owners ask about All these things are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts off...

Page 209: ...control system will turn off and the warning message will come on e If your brakes begin to overheat the traction control system will turn off and the warning message will come on until your brakes co...

Page 210: ...ing accordingly The message will stay on for a few seconds after the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message I 1 I HOT COOLANT TEMP United States C...

Page 211: ...lectrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this indicator appears in the message center could drain your battery Low Oil Pressure Message LOW OIL PRESSURE LL United States Canada Your...

Page 212: ...and have your vehicle serviced Notice Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly andis not covered by your warranty Low Engine Oil Level Message I I I LOW ENG OIL LEVEL I I I Uni...

Page 213: ...engine have the oil changed For additional information on when to change the oil and resetting the system see Engine Oil on page 5 14 Power Sliding Door Warning Message DOOR AJAR L I I I United States...

Page 214: ...before the power sliding door latches closed the door may reverse to the open position A child or others could fall out of the vehicle and be injured Always make sure the power sliding dooris closed...

Page 215: ...rity Message SECURITY G a I I I I United States Canada If you are ever driving and this message comes on and stays on you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off Your PASS Key Ill syste...

Page 216: ...ze tire If the warning message is still on after putting on the tull slze tire you need to reset the warning message To reset the warning message turn the ignition off and then back on again If the me...

Page 217: ...driver information is displayed in this mode of operation Compass TemperatureMode One of eight compass readings and the outside temperature are displayed If the temperature is below 38 F 3 C the temp...

Page 218: ...ntil the propervariance number as shown onthe map is showing Pressthe MODE buttonto set the new variance zone and resume normal operation The display will show all the display segments briefly to ackn...

Page 219: ...mputer displays available by pushing the MODE button The informationwill appear in the following order AVG ECON Average Fuel Economy This shows the average fuel economy since the last reset INST ECON...

Page 220: ...what your audio system can do and how to most outof the advancedengineeringthat wentinto it Your vehicle has a featurecalled Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP you can play your audio system even a...

Page 221: ...er vehicle speeds Then as you drive automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive NONE will appear...

Page 222: ...of the arrows again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets The radio will scan only to the preset stationsthat are in the selectedband and onlyto those witha strong signal Setting Preset S...

Page 223: ...n jazz talk pop rock and classical stations Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on...

Page 224: ...isplay options are station name RDS station frequency PTY ana tne name of the program if avaiiabiej Finding a PTY Station To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 2 3 4 Press the P TYP...

Page 225: ...message is received or a different station is tuned to When a message is not available from a station NO INFO will be displayed TRAF Traffic Press this button to receive traffic announcements If the...

Page 226: ...nce the playerwill continue moving back through the disc 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track TRACK and the track number will appear on the display If you hold this pushbutton or press...

Page 227: ...CD is playing The CD will stop but remain in the player CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio EJT Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated wit...

Page 228: ...faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive NONE will ap...

Page 229: ...again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets The radio will scanonly to thepreset stationsthat are in the selected band andonly to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The si...

Page 230: ...Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the soun...

Page 231: ...splay while using RDS The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE...

Page 232: ...or adifferent station is tuned to When a messageis not available from a station NO INFO willbe displayed TRAF Traffic Press this button to receive traffic announcements If the current tuned station do...

Page 233: ...our tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been pla...

Page 234: ...g A EJT Eject Press this button located to the right of the cassette tape slot to eject a tape Eject may be activated with the radio off Cassette tapes may be ioacieci with the radio off if this butto...

Page 235: ...en the current track has beenplayingfor more than eight seconds it will go to the beginningof the current track TRACK and the track number will appear on the display If you holdthis pushbuttonor press...

Page 236: ...ow be the default BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a disc is plavina The disc will stor but remain in the player e TAPE CD Pressthis buttonto play a CD when listening to the radio Pr...

Page 237: ...l allow for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound t...

Page 238: ...ouble beep The radio willgo to a preset station stored on your pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning presets The radio...

Page 239: ...e manual mode CUSTOM press the AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM appears on the display Then you will be able to manually adjust the bass midrange and treble using the AUDIO knob Adjusting the Speakers Bala...

Page 240: ...st Finding a PTY Station To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE button P TYPE and the last selected PTY will be displayed on the screen 2 Select a category by turnin...

Page 241: ...isplay The radio may switch to stronger stations Press and hold AM FM again for two seconds to turn alternate frequency off AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other station...

Page 242: ...he INFO button until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to TRAF Traffic TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements To receive the traf...

Page 243: ...u will hear a beep and the light located to the right of the slot will begin to flash 3 Once the light stops flashing and turns green load a disc Insert the disc partway into the slot label side up Th...

Page 244: ...sc several times before stopping Do not repeatedly press the CD eject side of the LOAD CD eject button to eject a disc after you have tried to push it in manually The receivers 25 second eject timer w...

Page 245: ...seconds have passed Press the right arrow to go to the next track If you press the button more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the disc k SCAN I To scanonedisc p...

Page 246: ...tton to locate the track that you want to save The track will begin to play 4 Press and hold the SONG LIST button for two or more seconds to save the track into memory When SONG LIST is pressed a beep...

Page 247: ...he track will be added to the end of the list To delete the entire song list perform the following steps 1 Turn the disc player on 2 Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on 3 Press and hold th...

Page 248: ...ystem works with the vehicle s audio system and includes a DVD player a video display screen headphones and a remotecontrol The entertainmentsystem also integrates the rear climate control and rear se...

Page 249: ...cut out entirely If the system is shut off or the headphones are out of the line of sight for more than three minutes the headphones will shut off automatically to preserve battery life If the channe...

Page 250: ...h to DVD and start to play To switch between the auxiliary device and the DVD press the SOURCE button on the DVD player or on the remote control See DVD Player and Remote Control later in this section...

Page 251: ...ontinue to playthrough the previously selected audio source Notice Avoid directly touching the video screen as damage may occur Do not touch the video screen See Cleaning the Video Screen in the Index...

Page 252: ...already in the player press the play pause button on the face of the player or on the remote control Some DVDswill not allow you to fast forward or skip the copyright or previews Some DVDs willbegin p...

Page 253: ...line of sight may also affect the function of the remote control Notice Do not store the remotecontrol in heat or direct sunlight This could damagethe remote control and would not be coveredby your w...

Page 254: ...tonsto move the cursor around the media menu After making your selection press Enter Some discs may contain a short skit leading up to the media menu Source Press this button to switch the source for...

Page 255: ...ls If the front seat passengers switch the source for the main radio to a remote source the RSA will play the same remote source The rear speakers will be muted when the RSA power is turned on You may...

Page 256: ...e n m n et tinne m c n c rr 4 hnlrl n m n n J hn C C C W I w J b U I I O U 1 V I to P Gad Ul I U I IWlU V I I c i V I L I 1 z U L L l arrows until the radio goes into scan mode The radio will scan to...

Page 257: ...RSA will play the same remote source The rear speakers will be muted when the RSA power is turned on You may operate the RSA functions even when the main radio is off The following functions are contr...

Page 258: ...n zgzi tz step scznzizcj pi esek If your vehicle is equipped with the AM FM Radio with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System RDS and Automatic Tone Control press this button to...

Page 259: ...s this buttonto scan you preset stations The radio will scan to a preset station play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station The display will show your selections Press this buttonaga...

Page 260: ...n cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not...

Page 261: ...e cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player press and hold the EJT button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator The rad...

Page 262: ...slightly bent you can straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent as it might be by vandals Cleaning the Video Screen you should replace it Check occasionally to be sure the mast is still tigh...

Page 263: ...b NOTES 3 106...

Page 264: ...16 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in RainandonWetRoads 4 18 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 All Wheel Drive AWD System 4 11 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway Hy...

Page 265: ...in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that...

Page 266: ...on choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental...

Page 267: ...ng will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentageof body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a...

Page 268: ...mergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enoughto avoidthe collision rhere s something else abou...

Page 269: ...our foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as longas two or three seconds or more with anoth...

Page 270: ...harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal...

Page 271: ...say the road is wet and you re driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are s...

Page 272: ...e anti lock your first reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down mav be the wronq thina to do Your wheels can stop rolling Once they do the vehicle can t respond to your steering Momentum...

Page 273: ...fely use it again you may reengage the cruise control See Cruise Control under Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever on page 3 7 SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM United States Canada If this message comes on and stay...

Page 274: ...f the vehicle is exposed to extended heavy AWD usage the AWD systemwill shut itself off to protectthe system from overheatinq When the system cools down the AWD systemwill activate itself again automa...

Page 275: ...urve Then you suddenly accelerate Both controlsystems steering and braking have to do their work where thetires meet the road Unless you have four wheelanti lock brakes adding the hard brakingcan dema...

Page 276: ...y your brakes See Braking on page 4 6 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 e...

Page 277: ...l of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of t...

Page 278: ...lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow venicie Fiemember io yiance over your sirouicjer and check the blind...

Page 279: ...l If your vehicle starts to slide ease your footoff the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Alwa...

Page 280: ...adlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watchforanimals 0 If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we ge...

Page 281: ...repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headla...

Page 282: ...signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start toseparate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can...

Page 283: ...r water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water thatis slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If youcan t avoid deep puddles or s...

Page 284: ...riving Know the best way to get to where you are going Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip most large cities You ll save time...

Page 285: ...ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blendwith the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors...

Page 286: ...our vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs you ll find experiencedand able service experts in dealerships all across North America They ll be...

Page 287: ...the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips e e e Make sure your vehicle is well...

Page 288: ...gnition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You...

Page 289: ...f burlap bags to help providetraction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good tra...

Page 290: ...ts stuck in sand mud ice or snow See If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page4 30 Even though your vehicle has a traction system you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road co...

Page 291: ...ay appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads a...

Page 292: ...tuck under your clothing to keep warm You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful Snow can trap exhaust gases u n r your vehicle This can cause deadlyCO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO co...

Page 293: ...ttle as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes If You Are Stuck In...

Page 294: ...wheels If your vehicle has traction control you should turn your traction control system off See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 10 Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear...

Page 295: ...with two wheels on the ground and two wheelsup on adevice know as a dolly With the proper preparationand equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following...

Page 296: ...s will be on the ground If you have a two wheel drive vehicle it can be towed with two of its wheels on the ground To dolly tow your vehicle do the following 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Put th...

Page 297: ...g GAWR To find out theactual loads on your front and rear axles you need togo to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on bo...

Page 298: ...a ciown uniess you need to Automatic Level Control On vehicles equipped with the automatic level control the rear of the vehicle is automatically kept level as you load or unload your vehicle However...

Page 299: ...ex Your vehicle can tow a trailer To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But t...

Page 300: ...ler about swaycontrols Don t tow a trailer atall during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged e e Then during the first 500 miles 800 k...

Page 301: ...cle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Oldsmobile Customer Assistance P O Box 33171 Detroit MI 48232 5171 In Canada write to General Motors of Cana...

Page 302: ...the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to...

Page 303: ...t and maintain them properly Because your vehicle may have anti lock brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Driving with a Tra...

Page 304: ...tance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would whendriving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing...

Page 305: ...t have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well If you are towing a trailer that weighs more than 1 000 Ibs 450 kg you may prefer to drive in THIRD 3 instead of AUTOM...

Page 306: ...nance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is...

Page 307: ...4P P...

Page 308: ...stem 5 29 Power Steering Fluid 5 37 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 38 Brakes 5 39 r I b CI lyll IC uuvlal I1 4 LU c r r Battery 5 43 Jump Starting 5 44 All Wheel Drive 5 50 Bulb Replacement 5 52 Halogen Bu...

Page 309: ...aning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 87 Cleaningthe Outside of Your Vehicle 5 90 Vehicle Identification 5 95 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 95 Service Parts Identification Label 5 95 Electrical Sys...

Page 310: ...GM parts have one of these marks Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service yo...

Page 311: ...replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the...

Page 312: ...is considered normal This does not indicate a problem existsor that a higher octanefuel is necessary If you are using87 octane or higher octane fuel and hear heavy knocking your engine needs service I...

Page 313: ...ission control system to work properly You should not haveto add anythingto your fuel Gasolinescontaining oxygenates suchas ethers and ethanol and reformulatedgasolines maybe available in your area to...

Page 314: ...he fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving Filling Your Tank Fue r i lighly flammable It burns violently and that ca...

Page 315: ...happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all theway Be careful not to spill fuel Clean fu...

Page 316: ...rly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damageyour fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Po able Fuel C ainer I I fil portabl...

Page 317: ...burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be care...

Page 318: ...your hood prop sleeve when handling the hood prop Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then follow these steps 1 Lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop 2 Re...

Page 319: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood you ll see these items 5 12...

Page 320: ...Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir D RadiatorPressureCap E PowerSteeringFluidReservoir F Engine Oil Fill Cap G Engine Oil Dipstick H Transaxle Fluid Dipstick I Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir J EngineA...

Page 321: ...accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located at the frontof the engine compartment near the center The dipstick handle has a bright...

Page 322: ...one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kindof oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity Capciciiiesd j i U 8r pec ficcif GiisUii p y e 5 y A I L a SAE5W 30 I L The...

Page 323: ...the engine oil change service yourself be sure the oil you use has the starburst symbolon the front of the oil container If you haveyour oil changedfor you be sure the oil put into your engine is Amer...

Page 324: ...bol are all you will need for good pe formance and engifie prs ection When to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life System Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil a...

Page 325: ...s back on the engine oil life monitor has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthyfor your skin andcould even cause cance...

Page 326: ...If the panel moves easily check that the tabs are seated correctly in the slots cleaner filter housing 7 Put the duct back on and reinstall the clamps 1 Remove the two clamps on the duct 2 Removethed...

Page 327: ...ealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too littlefluid can damage your trans...

Page 328: ...t lever in PARK P Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes rhen without shutting off the engine follow these steps The dipstick is locatedtoward the back of the engine compartment next to...

Page 329: ...ng fluid recheck the fluid level as 4 When the correct fluid level is obtained push the described under How to Check dipstick back in all the way 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower...

Page 330: ...OOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C 0 Protect against rustand corrosion Helpkeeptheproper engine temperature Let the warning messages...

Page 331: ...rs could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would...

Page 332: ...tor pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolantat the...

Page 333: ...l See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message on page 3 53 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode This emergency operating mode allows your vehicleto be driven to a safe place in an emergency...

Page 334: ...eated the liquids init can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operatin...

Page 335: ...you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 Ifyou no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe d...

Page 336: ...coveryTank An electric engine cooling far er the hood can start up even when the engine is not running andcan injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coola...

Page 337: ...e very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned...

Page 338: ...d by your new vehicle warranty How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problemyet butthe coolant level isn t at or above the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean...

Page 339: ...s Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant ona hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the FULL COLD mar...

Page 340: ...r pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at highspeed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the coo...

Page 341: ...to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot T...

Page 342: ...X COOL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 23 for more information about the proper coolant mixture If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed v...

Page 343: ...ller neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap...

Page 344: ...k to the FULL COLD mark 10 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located to the right of the windshield washer fluid reservoir at the...

Page 345: ...ngine compartment is hot the level should be at the H hot mark When it s cold the level should be at the C cold mark If the fluid is at the ADD mark you should add fluid What to Use To determine what...

Page 346: ...t clean as well as washer fluid Fill yourwasher fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely ful...

Page 347: ...nings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system 1 have too much brakef L J it can spi an the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is ho...

Page 348: ...immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built inwear indicators that make a high pitchedwarning sound whent...

Page 349: ...if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes with or without the vehicle moving your brakes adjust for wear Repl...

Page 350: ...to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the batter...

Page 351: ...ostly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It mu...

Page 352: ...erminal locations on each vehicle You will not need to access your battery for jump starting Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal for that purpose The terminal is located under at...

Page 353: ...er and get medical help immediately Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your handsaway from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have lo...

Page 354: ...negative terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let t...

Page 355: ...Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice Da...

Page 356: ...Disconnect the red positive cable from the 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other 5 Return the remote positive terminal cover to its vehicle that had the dead battery vehicle with the good...

Page 357: ...ule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6 14 To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the...

Page 358: ...f the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole A fluid loss could indicate a pr...

Page 359: ...eand can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructionson the bulb package Headlamps 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the front turn signaVpar...

Page 360: ...rmly enough so that the blue tabs hook over the tab on the bulb e Le l l n rL r l I rL L L i l l a 1 t u 11 i1u LI IC CitbLI ibal b u t 11 t b t u I 191 lief I 11 t uidbk 8 Carefully put the bulb asse...

Page 361: ...mbly with the holes in the lamp support bracket 10 To reinstall the front turn signaVparking lamp assembly See Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps on page 5 54 next 1 Open the hood 2 Remove...

Page 362: ...cket from the lamp assembly by pressing the tab while turning it counterclockwise Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out and gently pushing the new one into the lamp socket Line up the tabs on th...

Page 363: ...signaVparking lamp assembly until the upper edge is contacting the fender 9 Fasten the front turn signaVparking lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly with the thumbscrew removed in Step 2 Taillamps T...

Page 364: ...ningtabs areproperlyover the bulb holder tabs 7 Reinstall the taillamp assembly by inserting the outboard locatingh etainingpins until the lamp is seated Secure with the inboard screws Replacement Bul...

Page 365: ...moved in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance ReplacementParts on page 5 105 To remove the windshield wiper blade s 1 Turn the wipers on to the lowest intermittent setting...

Page 366: ...rm up Then pull the blade assembly down toward the glass to remove it from the wiper arm 6 Push the new wiper blade securelyon thewiper arm until you hear the releaseclip click into place 7 Push the r...

Page 367: ...nd a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued 0 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all...

Page 368: ...ng Bad wear Bad handling Bad fueleconomy If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following Unusual wear e Badhandling Roughride Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Ch...

Page 369: ...are tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn thetire If it moves use the folding wrench to tighten the cable See Changing a Flat Tire onpage 5 70 The purpose of regular rotatio...

Page 370: ...ut be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you needto to get all the rust or dirtoff See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new...

Page 371: ...g a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires Mixing tires coul Lause you to lose control while d...

Page 372: ...A l l f i I ill T It Ullt lllelltb allu U U I I U I I Q I U C I I C I lvlulula I I I G Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under contr...

Page 373: ...parately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you t...

Page 374: ...learance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 70 for more information Used Replacement WI els Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used...

Page 375: ...ould be injured Be sure to read the inflator instructions and inflate any object only to its recommended pressure To use your air inflator system do the following 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or R...

Page 376: ...Flat It s unusualfor a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever h...

Page 377: ...badly injured Find a level placeto change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain...

Page 378: ...lifting up the tab and pulling the cover off A Jack 9 Strap C Bracket D Wing Nut E Jacking Instructions F Bag and Tools G Tire Bag and Cable AWD only 3 Remove the jack and jacking tools by loosening t...

Page 379: ...tire do the following B C A Hoist Shaft B Hoist Assembly C Retainer D CompactSpare Tire E Extension Chisel End F FoldingWrench I Attach the folding wrench to the extension and insert the chisel end o...

Page 380: ...heel Drive Vehicle later in this section If you have a front wheel drive vehicle the hoist is used to store a full size or a flat road tire under the vehicle See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools and S...

Page 381: ...h all wheel drive the underbody tire hoist assembly stores only the compact spare tire See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools later in this section for instructions To store a flat full size tire correc...

Page 382: ...ove the folding pull it out from under the vehicle wrench and jack Have the hoist assembly inspected as soon as you can You will not be able to store a spare or flat tire usinG the hoist assembly unti...

Page 383: ...the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Loosen the wheel nuts but do not remove them using the foldingwrench Turnthe handle about 180 degrees then flip the handle back to the starting position T...

Page 384: ...ck location Do not raise the vehicle yet Put the compact spare tire near you Getting under a vehicle when it isjacked upis dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or kil...

Page 385: ...ke off the flat tire 6 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become l...

Page 386: ...ent 7 Install the compact spare tire and put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end o f the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 8 Lower the vehi...

Page 387: ...s in the Index for wheel nut torque specification Nofice Improperly tightenedwheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts inth...

Page 388: ...needs to be stored with the valve stem pointing down If the spare tireis stored with the valve stem pointing upwards its secondary latch won t work properly and the spare tire could loosen and sudden...

Page 389: ...e tire so the valve is towards the rear of the vehicle This will help when you check and maintain tire pressure in the spare 5 Raise the tire fully against the undersideof the vehicle Continue turning...

Page 390: ...enter cap or the plastic bolt on wheel covers until a full size tire is put back on the vehicle When you replace the compact spare with a full size tire reinstall the bolt on wheel covers or the cente...

Page 391: ...wheels remove the small center cap by tapping the back of the cap with the extension of the shaft 3 Put the flat tire in the tire storage bag and place il in the rear storage area with the valve stem...

Page 392: ...ortion of the liftgate hinges 7 Make sure the metal tube is centered at the striker Push the tube towards the front of the vehicle 6 Pull on the cable to make sure it is secure 8 Close the liftgate an...

Page 393: ...maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t use your compact spare on other vehicles And don t mix your compact sparetire or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your sparetire and its wh...

Page 394: ...one PaintThinner Turpentine LacquerThinner NailPolishRemover Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle 0 Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing A...

Page 395: ...a clean water dampened 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry the material and don t rub it roughly sponge to remove any excess cleaner towel or cloth Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by...

Page 396: ...aces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Int...

Page 397: ...s to keep it clean by washing it oftenwith lukewarmor cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct raysof the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strongsoaps or chemical detergents Be sureto rins...

Page 398: ...chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicte as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces t...

Page 399: ...applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle Petroleum basedproducts may damage the paint finish and ti...

Page 400: ...nd atmospheric conditionscan create a chemical fallout Airbornepollutantscan fall upon and attack paintedsurfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shapeddiscolorations su...

Page 401: ...light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping necessary Description Wash Wax Concentrate Spot Lifter Odor Eliminator ppearance...

Page 402: ...and registration Engine Identification Th O h hnr nr r I l k 1 r Lr m m n r nA I I I G OLI I b IUI a b t t l 11 I YUUI v I I Y I J LI IC GI IYIIIG W U G This code will help you identify your engine sp...

Page 403: ...overload is caused by some electrical problem be sure to get it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the instrument panel fuse panel protect the power windows and other pow...

Page 404: ...ment panel fuse block PCWCRANK FRTMPWSHR MALLCLUSTER RRWPWSHR BCMPRGRM Low RHHEADLP PASSKEY HAZARD STOPLAMP LHHEADLPLOW I Fuse I Usage I Steering Wheel Radio Control I Z K L I G H T Switches Illuminat...

Page 405: ...witch I IRR PWR SCKT IRear Electric Accessory Plug Housing IDRL Daytime Running Lamp Control Module Fuse I Usage LH T LP IPassenger s Side Taillamp Export Only RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger Relay HTD...

Page 406: ...ned Accessory Power RAP I Blank l NatUsed Fuse Usage Air Inlet Actuator DIC Display DRL HVAC DIC DRU Temperature Door Actuator Front HEATED SEAT Control Module Heater A C Control and Rear Window Defog...

Page 407: ...the knob counterclockwise and lift up When finished to put the cover back on turn the knob clockwise to tighten it Make sure that the remote positive terminal cover is on correctly 7 1 6 1 2 1 1 1A I...

Page 408: ...ow Medium Blower Front WiperANasher HVAC DRL MALURadio DIC Puwer Guarier iierri Zear n v n b Rear Wiper Washer SWC Accessory and Power Window Circuit Breaker RAP I I n I 18 IFuel Injectors 1 6 I Fuse...

Page 409: ...Running Lamps DRL Control Module Headlamps and Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch Theft Deterrent Relay to Headlamps Not Used 40 Mini Fuse Puller I T I IAir Conditioning Clutch Diode I 9 IRight Fan 1 Left...

Page 410: ...lication Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant Systems Front A C 1 0 kg 2 2Ibs Front and Rear A C 0 8 kg 1 7 Ibs Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement Complete Overhaul 7 4 quarts 10 0...

Page 411: ...Engine Specifications I Engine I VIN Code I Transaxle I Spark Plug Gap I Firing Order V6 Automatic E 0 060 inches 15 2 mm 1 2 3 4 5 6 L 5 104...

Page 412: ...Oil Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Kit Spark Pluas Windshield Wiper Blades Length Type Wiper Blade Backglass Length TYPe ACDelco part number Number A I208C PF47 GM Part No 52482929 41 101 24...

Page 413: ...b NOTES 5 106...

Page 414: ...a Year 6 10 At Least Once a Year 6 11 Using Your Maintenance Schedule 6 4 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 14 Steering Suspension andFront Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 14 Exhaust Sys...

Page 415: ...tion can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Mai...

Page 416: ...Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explain...

Page 417: ...ple use their vehicles maintenance needs vary You may need more frequent checks and replacements So please read the following and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehic...

Page 418: ...15 Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System or every 12 months whichever occurs first Reset the system Your vehicle...

Page 419: ...ord pages in Part E of this schedule 7 500 Miles 12 500 km 0 Rotate tires See Tire lnspection and Rotation on page 5 62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles...

Page 420: ...iles 83 000 km c1 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reache...

Page 421: ...artment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 62for proper rotation pattern a...

Page 422: ...such as found in taxi police or delivery service 0 If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transaxle fluid chang...

Page 423: ...Engine Coolant on page 5 23 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshieldwasher fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add theproperfluid if necessary See Windshi...

Page 424: ...cone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequentapplication may be requi...

Page 425: ...y in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured F...

Page 426: ...ake at once should the vehicle begin I to move I Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake e To check the parking brake...

Page 427: ...leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect t...

Page 428: ...ricant when necessary A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed Check vent hoses at transfer case and differential for kinks and proper installation Brake System Inspe...

Page 429: ...only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 23 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic BrakeDelcoSupreme 11 BrakeFluid System or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Was...

Page 430: ...meetina reauirements of NLGI H CategGry L B or GC LB Usage I FluWLubricant Hood and Door Hinges Rear Folding Seat Fuel Door Hinge Liftgate Hinges Power Sliding Door Cable Multi Purpose Lubricant Super...

Page 431: ...performed record the date odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from Owner Checks andServices or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you sho...

Page 432: ...Maintenance Record cont d 6 19...

Page 433: ...Maintenance Record cont d 6 20...

Page 434: ...7 3 Customer Assistance Offices 7 4 GM MobilityProgramfor Persons with Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Reporting Safety Defects tothe United States Govern...

Page 435: ...If after contactinga memberof dealership management it appears yourconcerncannot be resolvedby the dealershipwithout further help contact the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 44...

Page 436: ...fcharge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you mayreject it and proceed with any other venue for relief availableto you You m...

Page 437: ...h Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands Fax Number 31 3 381 0022 1 800 496 9994 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa On...

Page 438: ...obility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details AllTT YW S C A 1 8QO S330 Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1 800 442 OLDS 6537 As the proud owner of a new Oldsmobile vehi...

Page 439: ...calling please provide the following to the Roadside Assistance Representative Location of vehicle Telephone number of yourlocation Vehiclemodel yearandcolor Mileage of vehicle Vehicle Identification...

Page 440: ...it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as...

Page 441: ...overage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty c...

Page 442: ...tify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa Ontario K1A ON5 Reporting Safety Defects to General M...

Page 443: ...information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructionsto assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle In Canada information pertainingto...

Page 444: ...QQPM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA Mastercard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P 0 Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Pri...

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Page 446: ...59 All Wheel Drive AWD System 4 11 AluminumWheels 5 92 AM 3 103 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 105 Anti lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake SystemWarning Light 3 45 Appearance Care 5 87 Care of Safety Bel...

Page 447: ...y Run Down Protection 3 20 Before Leaving onaLongTrip 4 23 Before You Drive 3 91 BenchSeat 1 37 Bench Seat Split 1 8 Body Lubrication Service 6 11 Brake Parking 2 39 System Inspection 6 15 System Warn...

Page 448: ...V I 1 4 I y 4 A Checking Your RestraintSystems 1 77 ChemicalPaintSpotting 5 93 Child Restraints Child RestraintSystems 1 51 Infants and Young Children 1 48 Lower Anchorages and TopTethers for Childre...

Page 449: ...7 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 7 3 Customer Assistance Offices 7 4 Customer Assistance Information cont Customer Satisfaction Procedure 7 2 GM Mobility ProgramforPersonswith Disab...

Page 450: ...DualTripOdometers 3 41 ZrkiGCJ Gfi Sncjiiv Gi k l 3 4 a Driving ThroughFlowingWater 4 20 Dual Climate Control System 3 28 n DVD Care ofYour 3 104 Care of Your DVD Player 3 104 Cleaning the VideoScree...

Page 451: ...ing 3 18 Erasing HomeLink Buttons 2 52 Exit Lighting 3 19 Exiting Programming Mode 2 71 Express Down Window 2 25 Extender SafetyBelt 1 44 Exterior Lamps 3 14 F FabricKarpet 5 87 Engine Air Cleaner 5 1...

Page 452: ...ogramfor Persons with Disab t es 7 5 E Hatch AjarWarning Message 3 58 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 6 Headlamp Wiring 5 96 Headlamps 5 52 Bulb Replacement 5 52 Front Turn Signal Sidema...

Page 453: ...re Pressure 5 61 Inspection BrakeSystem 6 15 Engine Cooling System 6 14 ExhaustSystem 6 14 Fuel System 6 14 Part C Periodic Maintenance 6 14 Steering Suspensionand Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal 6 14...

Page 454: ...arningLight 3 46 Traction Control System TCS Warning 3 46 Lighted Vanity Mirror 2 26 n e i n a I A I Loading Your Vehicle 4 34 Lockout Deterrent 2 65 Lockout Protection 2 13 Locks Automatic Door 2 64...

Page 455: ...g Your 6 4 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 MaintenanceWhen Trailer Towing 4 43 MakingTurns 4 41 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 47 ManualSeats 1 2 Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle 2 7 Message...

Page 456: ...2 55 OverheadConsoleSwitchbank 3 21 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 26 Owners Canadian ii Owner s Information 7 10 3 22 ParkAid Park P Shifting Into 2 40 Shifting Out of 2 42 Parking As...

Page 457: ...4 2 65 2 66 ProgrammingMode 2 67 2 69 Entering 2 63 Exiting 2 71 ProgrammingtheHomeLink Transmitter 2 50 Questions andAnswersAboutSafetyBelts 1 26 R Radiator Pressure Cap 5 26 RadioMessages 3 69 3 76...

Page 458: ...5 57 Fiepiacingi3rakeSystem Faris 5 42 ReplacingRestraintSystem Parts AfteraCrash 1 77 Replacing the Captain s Chairs 1 16 Replacing the Convenience Center 2 60 Replacing the StowableSeat 1 20 Report...

Page 459: ...straints 1 6 Heated Seats 1 4 Manual 1 2 Seats cont Memory 2 72 RearSeat Operation 1 7 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Six WayPower Seats 1 3 Split BenchSeats 1 8 StowableSeat 1 18 Center Seat Position 1 64 D...

Page 460: ...ionand Front Drive Axle BootandSealInspection 6 14 Steering Tips 4 12 SteeringWheelControls Audio 3 102 Steering 4 12 Stereo RCA J X S 3 3 n nn Storage Areas 2 54 Compact Overhead Console 2 54 Conveni...

Page 461: ...ding 5 65 WheelReplacement 5 66 Top Strap 1 55 TorqueLock 2 42 Traction Control System TCS 4 10 Traction cont Control SystemWarningLight 3 46 Service Traction SystemWarningMessage 3 52 Trailer Brakes...

Page 462: ...tDoor Locking and Lockout Deterrent 2 65 MemorySeat 2 72 RemoteDriverUnlock Control 2 66 RemoteLockand Unlock Confirmation 2 67 VehicleStorage 5 43 Ventilation Adjustment 3 31 DamageWarnings iv Vehicl...

Page 463: ...y Belts Work 1 23 Windshield Backglass andWiper Blades 5 91 Windows 2 24 Power 2 25 PowerRear Quarter 2 26 Windshield Washer 3 9 Fluid 5 38 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check 6 10 Windshield Wiper Bl...

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