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Страница 2: ...Controls 3 23 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 32 Driver Information Center DIC 3 47 Audio System s 3 57 c 1 Driving YourVehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 32 Servic...

Страница 3: ...please leave this manual init so the new owner can use it Canadian Owners You can obtain a Frenchcopy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Us...

Страница 4: ...n there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If...

Страница 5: ...different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instea...

Страница 6: ...4 8 PROTECT OCCUPANT LIGHTING MASTER B ENGINE SWITCH COOLANT DO NOT TWIST SAFETY TEMP BELT WHEN ATTACHING SIGNALS BATTERY TURN CHARGING I 1 0 SYSTEM PARKING n FASTEN SEAT BELTS MOVE SEAT FULLY REARWA...

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Страница 8: ...traints 1 31 Older Children 1 31 Infants and Young Children 1 34 Child Restraint Systems 1 37 Where to Put the Restraint 1 40 Top Strap 1 42 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 43 Lower Anchorages and Top Tet...

Страница 9: ...when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Pull up on the control bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and...

Страница 10: ...e top of the control backward Move the seatback forward by pressing the top of the control forward The knob that controls this feature is located on the outboard side of each front seat Turn the knob...

Страница 11: ...and rearward to decrease support Press the control up or down to raise or lower the support mechanism Keep in mind that as your seating position changes as it may during long trips so should the posit...

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Страница 13: ...f your vehicle has the manual recliner lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position Release the lever to lock the seatback Pull up on the lever without...

Страница 14: ...can t do its jobeither In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when t...

Страница 15: ...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 car...

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Страница 18: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it couldbe the windshield or the instrument panel...

Страница 19: ...ide down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety...

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Страница 21: ...t let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4...

Страница 22: ...ly to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulderbelt should go over the shoulder and across t...

Страница 23: ...is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way You can be serioi y hurt if ur s h c der belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The sho...

Страница 24: ...wrong place likethis In a crash the belt would goup over your abdomen The belt forces would bethere not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the...

Страница 25: ...r forward which would increase the chanceof head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal o...

Страница 26: ...cross 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 prope...

Страница 27: ...e the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnan...

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Страница 29: ...your vehicle has a front bench seat someone can sit in the center position When yousit in the center front seating position you have alap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer til...

Страница 30: ...s the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 30 Make sure the release button on the buckie is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the...

Страница 31: ...crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 2 Pick up the latch...

Страница 32: ...o make sure it is secure ii tne Delt ISnot long enough see Safety Belt Extender onpage 1 30 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt qu...

Страница 33: ...under the lap belt If youslid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or evenfatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and acrossthe chest These...

Страница 34: ...hurt i 1 your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button...

Страница 35: ...talled on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide available for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added saf...

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Страница 37: ...your dealer will order you an extender It sfree When you go into order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you andjust for...

Страница 38: ...highs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear s...

Страница 39: ...ck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the saf...

Страница 40: ...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 chiid sits the lap portio...

Страница 41: ...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...

Страница 42: ...again orverycloseto any air bag whenit 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 childre...

Страница 43: ...straint 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...

Страница 44: ...n In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate...

Страница 45: ...f the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body wit...

Страница 46: ...ts 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 secures the add on child restraint...

Страница 47: ...e restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from t...

Страница 48: ...ing child restraint in the right front passenger seat but before youdo always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever...

Страница 49: ...with or without the top strap being anchored Others requirethe top strap always to be anchored Be sure to read and follow the instructionsfor your child restraint If yours requiresthat the top strap b...

Страница 50: ...use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child re...

Страница 51: ...the lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating position with the LATCH system will have a label sewn into the seatback at each anchor point In order to use the system you need either a...

Страница 52: ...restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint See Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System or Securing a Child Re...

Страница 53: ...restraint is forward facing attach the top strap to the top strap anchor See Top Strap on page 1 42 Tighten the top strap according to the child restraint instructions 5 Push and pull the child restr...

Страница 54: ...go It s better to secure the child restraint in a 1 rear seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow theinstruc...

Страница 55: ...ou re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different direc...

Страница 56: ...be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger sair bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a...

Страница 57: ...ger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Power Seats on page 1 2 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and ru...

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Страница 59: ...ir bag for the driver the words AIR BAG will appear on the air bag covering on the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door If your vehicle has a side impactair bag for the right front passen...

Страница 60: ...hes They aren t designed to inflateat all in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes CAUTION Continued or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal air bags may provide less...

Страница 61: ...o any air bag whenit inflates can be seriously injured orkilled Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but CAUTION Continued notforyogchildren d infants Neitherthe vehic...

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Страница 63: ...g air bag must be keptclear Don t put anything betweenan occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything onthe steering wheel hub or on ornear any other air bag covering Don t let seat covers...

Страница 64: ...n rollovers rear impacts or in many sideimpacts because inflation would not help the occupant rlnfnrm t r h nn 1 n o r L n r i n n c hm h v m L A i l 1 1 I1 L U I I I I UUUl I UQ u fJUli bU clcll I I...

Страница 65: ...occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body s...

Страница 66: ...ndoesn t prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leavingthe vehicle When an air bag inflates t i s dust in the air This dust could cause breathin...

Страница 67: ...and diagnostic module which records information about the frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver...

Страница 68: ...cations Ordering Information on page 7 IO For ub Lo10 secon after the ignition keyis turned off and the batteryis disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured i...

Страница 69: ...safety belts may not protect you in a crash They 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...

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Страница 72: ...gine 2 24 Engine Coolant Heater 2 25 A Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 22 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 26 Parking Brake 2 29 Shifting Into Park P 2 30 Shifting Out of Park P 2 32 Parking Over...

Страница 73: ...the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave...

Страница 74: ...ame with the original keys Give this tag to your dealer if you need a new key made Any new PASS Key Ill key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle See PASS KeY 111 on page 2 19for more i...

Страница 75: ...undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease...

Страница 76: ...n may sound See Security Feedback later in this section for more information Pressing the unlock button will also illuminate the interior lamps See Entry Lighting under Interior Lamps on page 3 15 Loc...

Страница 77: ...icle Personalization on page 3 57for each individual feature listed above Security Feedback This feature provides feedback when the vehicle receives a command from the remote keyless entry transmitter...

Страница 78: ...ed To verify the mode selected remove the key from the ignition and close all of the doors after you ve exited the vehicle Press the lock button on the transmitter to be verified and confirm the appro...

Страница 79: ...rom your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a coin or similar object into the notch near the key ring Turn it counterclockwi...

Страница 80: ...y enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help preventthis from happening Young children who get into unlocked There are several ways to lock and...

Страница 81: ...lly closed the DIC will display a DOOR AJAR message See Driver lnformation Center DIC on page 3 47 Delayed Locking This feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of the vehicle When the driver...

Страница 82: ...nsmitter used to change this setting Close the doors and turn on the ignition Every time you move the shift lever out of PARK P all of the doors will lock And every time you stop and move the shift le...

Страница 83: ...r door lock switch throughout this procedure All the doors will lock 4 Press the button with the lock symbol on the transmitter again Each time this button is pressed the mode will advance by one goin...

Страница 84: ...rom the outside If you don t cancel the security lock feature adults or older children who ride in the rear seat won t be able to open the rear door from the inside You should let adults and older chi...

Страница 85: ...ell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk lid CAUTION Continued open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the...

Страница 86: ...curiiy Gverriae The remote keyless entry transmitter will unlock the trunk even if the trunk release lockout switch is in LOCK Notice The emergency trunk release handle is not designed to be used to t...

Страница 87: ...he windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the w...

Страница 88: ...driver s visor vanity mirror Dual Sun Visor If your vehicle has this feature each visor has two parts so that both the windshield and door glass can be shaded at the same time To use the dual sun viso...

Страница 89: ...transmitter the alarm will go off Your vehicle s lamps will flash and the horn will sound for 30 seconds The lamps and horn will then turn off to save battery power Remember the content theft deterre...

Страница 90: ...n authorized service center Your PASS Key Ill system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Pari 15 sf...

Страница 91: ...h number of electrical key codes When trying to start the vehicle if the engine does not start and the SECURITY light comes on the key may have a damaged transponder Turn theignition off and try again...

Страница 92: ...tarted turn the key to OFF and remove the key 5 The SEGlJRITY telltale light will turn off once the key has been programmed It may not be apparent that the SECURITY light went on due to how quickly th...

Страница 93: ...ops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in...

Страница 94: ...must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is not running D RUN This is the pasition heswitch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch This is also the position for normal...

Страница 95: ...ng your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t start within 10 seconds hold your key in START for about 10 seconds at a time until your engine starts Wait about 15 seconds between each try s...

Страница 96: ...uld cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet...

Страница 97: ...t lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmlyset Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless youhave to If you have left the engine running the vehi...

Страница 98: ...ransaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back andforth to get out of snow ice or sand without damagingyour transaxle see If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or...

Страница 99: ...ep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on Notice Don t drivein SECOND 2 for more than 5 miles 8 km or at speeds over55 mph 90 km h or you can damage your transaxle U...

Страница 100: ...approximately 20 feet 6 1 m with the parking brake on the brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release the parking brake Notice Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brake...

Страница 101: ...ngine running 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 pulling a trai...

Страница 102: ...mly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running If you have to leave...

Страница 103: ...the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the 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 re...

Страница 104: ...exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or 0 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath 0 Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving different over high poi...

Страница 105: ...ith the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard It can be dangerousto get out of your vehicle if the shift leveris not fully inPARK P with the parking brake firmlyset Your vehicle can...

Страница 106: ...vehicle s mirror may also contain Onstar controls See Onstat System on page 2 40 for more information At night when the glare is too high the mirror will gradually darken to reduce glare This change...

Страница 107: ...tic dimming feature will be active each time the vehicle is started Compass Operation COMPASS Press this button once to turn the compass on or off On Off For mirrors equipped with OnStap controls pres...

Страница 108: ...for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold COMPASS or the on off button for mirrors equipped with OnStap con...

Страница 109: ...hicle The mirrors may also have an arrow that flashes when the turn signal is used See Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever on page3 5 Outside Curb View Assist Mirror If you have the Memory Seat and Mirrors...

Страница 110: ...imming Rearview Mirror on page 2 35 A convex mirror can make things like other When you operate the rear window defogger the heated driver s and passenger s outside rearview vehicles look farther away...

Страница 111: ...xtend your Onstar services to meet your personal needs A complete Onstar user s guide and the terms and conditions of the Onstar Subscription Service Agreement are included in your Onstar equipped veh...

Страница 112: ...NSTAR 1 888 466 7827 BnStar Virtual Advisor With Onstar Virtual Advisor you can listen to your favorite news entertainment and information topics such as traffic and weather reports stock quotes and s...

Страница 113: ...Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interfe...

Страница 114: ...quency L A L IA t r m r r nv m i bnv qnrJ mnrn y u u I la1 tu 1 I G I U t I u I I J I 1 1 1 t t b t I W I Y U I V V UI I I Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter...

Страница 115: ...te the programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly a garage door opener 6 7 8 At the garage door opener receiver motor head unit in the garage locate the Learn or Smart button This can...

Страница 116: ...til the frequency signal has been successfullyaccepted by HomeLink The indicator light willflash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step4 under Programming HomeLink to complete Press and ho...

Страница 117: ...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...

Страница 118: ...cupholders The cupholders have removable liners to hold beverage containers of different just inside the back wall of the trunk sizes To access the cuoholders and the front storage Your vehicle may h...

Страница 119: ...See Retained Accessory Power RAP under lgnition Positions on page 2 22 Express Open When the glass panel is express opening pressing the switch in any direction will stop it in a partially openedposit...

Страница 120: ...ER displayed on the DIC for longer than three seconds You will hear positions have been entered into memory 3 Press and hold the MEMORY button 1 or 2 two beeps confirming that the seat and mirror If y...

Страница 121: ...ous steps but start by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter that displays the other DRIVER on the DIC Be sure to use the MEMORY button which corresponds to the DRIVER identified by the other...

Страница 122: ...37 Brake System Warning Light 3 38 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 39 Traction ControlSystem TCS WarningLight 3 39 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 40 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 41 Oil Pres...

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Страница 124: ...hers F Instrument Panel Cluster G Traction Control Button If Equipped H ExteriorLamp Buttons I Head Up Display HUD Controls If Equipped J Hood Release K ParkingBrake L Cruise Controls M AudioSystem N...

Страница 125: ...urn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to...

Страница 126: ...uster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change If your vehicle is equipped with the Head Up Display HUD an arrow will also appear in the display area to indicate the direction of the tur...

Страница 127: ...se it When the high beams are on this light located on the instrument panel cluster will also be on If your vehicle is equipped with the Head Up Display HUD this symbol will also appear in the display...

Страница 128: ...hen let go The wipers will stop after one cycle If you want more cycles hold the band on MIST longer LO Low Speed Turn the band to LO for steady wiping at a slow speed HI High Speed Turn the band to H...

Страница 129: ...e is closest to the LO position A single wipe will occur each time you turn the wiper control band to a higher sensitivity level to indicate that the sensitivity level has been increased Notice The wi...

Страница 130: ...u can t drive safelyat a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire tractio...

Страница 131: ...e your foot off the accelerator pedal on the instrument panel cluster will illuminate Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of c...

Страница 132: ...Each time you do this you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increaseyour speed When you take your foot off the pedal yo...

Страница 133: ...dlamps the Twilight Sentinel must be on If the wiper activated headlamps are on and the ignition switch is turned to RUN the wiper activated headlamps will continue Whenyou turn the key to OFF the wip...

Страница 134: ...amp button for the headlamps the transaxle is not in PARK P is off and When it is dark enough outside your low beam headlamps will come on The other lamps that turn on with your headlamps will also tu...

Страница 135: ...econds to three minutes The exterior lamps can be completely shut off while the vehicle is in PARK P by sliding the Twilight Sentinel lever all the way to OFF To turn the exterior lamps back on slide...

Страница 136: ...i ineneaaiamps ur parkilly lamps on If you need to leave the lamps on for more than 10 minutes use the manual control to turn the lamps back on after the ignition is turned to LOCK and any door is ope...

Страница 137: ...for up to 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to an on position When the lamps turn off as a result of the 25 second timer or the ignition switch being turned on the lighting will deactivate v...

Страница 138: ...rm on the transmitter again Perimeter lighting is disabled and the horn will chirp one time To turn the feature on do the following 1 Close all the doors and turn the ignition on Keep all doors closed...

Страница 139: ...ed back to RUN Battery Load Management The battery load management feature is designed to monitor the vehicle s electrical load and determine when the battery is in a heavy discharge condition During...

Страница 140: ...ishor metric on the instrument panel cluster units and appears as a reflection in the windshield The HUD consists of the following information Be sure to continue scanning your displays controls and d...

Страница 141: ...down If the sun comes out and the sky becomes cloudy you may need to adjust the HUD brightness using the dimmer lever Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see To change the display...

Страница 142: ...does when not using the outlet be sure to cover it with the protective cap The accessory power outlets will only operate when the ignition key is in RUN and for 10 minutes after turning the ignition o...

Страница 143: ...the way in and let it go When it is ready the center will pop back out by itself Pull out the entire unit to use it Notice Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If youd...

Страница 144: ...GIRC Recirculation This mode keeps outside air from coming in the vehicle It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle...

Страница 145: ...nt panel outlets and then directs most of the remaining air to the floor outlets Some air may be directed toward the windshield Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor...

Страница 146: ...side temperature is at or below freezing Recirculationcannot be selected while in the FRONT defrost mode The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window REAR P...

Страница 147: ...will not go into automatic mode In cold weather the system will start at reduced fan speeds to avoid blowing cold air into your vehicle until warmer air is available The systemwill start out blowing...

Страница 148: ...he airflow to the windshield with some airflowto the outboard outlets for the side windows and the floor outlets MID This mode directs airflow through the instrument panel outlets MID FLOOR This mode...

Страница 149: ...tioningsystem removesmoisturefrom the air so you may sometimesnotice a small amount of water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine This is normal Sensors The so...

Страница 150: ...window defogger button is pressed Nofice Don t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the insideof the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the defogger and the repairs would not becove...

Страница 151: ...ieldthat may block the flow of air into your vehicle Use of non GMapprovedhooddeflectorsmay adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help...

Страница 152: ...passenger For information on how to do this see Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 3 26 2 Locate memory buttons I and 2 on the driver s door panel 3 Press the memory button on the door pan...

Страница 153: ...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 vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to...

Страница 154: ...ast you re going how muchfuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically Your vehicle is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters which includes indica...

Страница 155: ...I I Cluster With Tachometer United States version shown Canada similar 3 34...

Страница 156: ...s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer A trip odometer can tellyou how far you have driven since...

Страница 157: ...em checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensors the air bag modules the wiring and the cr...

Страница 158: ...The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem...

Страница 159: ...your parking brake doesn t release fully If you try to drive off with the parking brake set a chime will also come on until you release the parking brake If the light stays on after yourparking brake...

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Страница 161: ...light will come on until your brakes cool down If the traction control system is affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on If the traction cont...

Страница 162: ...n as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust intake or fuel systemof your vehicle or the replaceme...

Страница 163: ...g follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by conside...

Страница 164: ...nsp Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent...

Страница 165: ...normal and doesn t show a problem If it doesn t come on and then go off be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if there is a problem When this light comes on and stays on and a chime...

Страница 166: ...you set the vehicle s cruise control See Cruise Control under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 5 1 This light will come on and SERVICE VEHICLE stay on if your vehicle has certain non emissio...

Страница 167: ...eft but you need to get more fuel right away Here are some things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage e e e e At the service station the gas pump shutsoff befor...

Страница 168: ...etected If there are no problems detected thedisplay will return to the mode selected by that driver thelast time the ignition was turned off If a problem is detected a diagnostic message will appear...

Страница 169: ...uel remaining in the fuel tank The RESET button does not function in this mode GAGE INFO Information Use this button to display oil pressure oil life coolant temperature tire pressure and battery info...

Страница 170: ...re pressure problemis detected the displaywill show CHECK TIRE PRESSURE I f you seethe CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message you shouldstop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage If a tire is fl...

Страница 171: ...engine again If the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM message still comes on it means there is a problem You should see your dealer for service Reduce your speed and drive accordingly STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE...

Страница 172: ...nlock button on a remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed and the ignition is in RUN the BIC will display the identified driver and recall the settings previously programmed for that driver The se...

Страница 173: ...past a selection you would like to make a personal choice for press the unlock button on your remote keyless entry transmitter or press the appropriate driver number on the seat control This will retu...

Страница 174: ...mable Automatic Door Locks on page 2 11 for more information aboutthis feature The number of passenger windows locked out by the window LOCK switch can be programmed through the DIC If you choose R PA...

Страница 175: ...your vehicle If you choose ON forKEYLESSFEEDBACKand ON for HORN FEEDBACK your horn will chirp when all doors are unlocked and when locking your vehicle If youchooseONforKEYLESS LIGHTSand HORN FEEDBACK...

Страница 176: ...ur cnoice ana move on to the next personal choice feature If your vehicle has this feature the memory seat and mirror positionswill be recalledfor the identifieddriver when the remote keyless entry tr...

Страница 177: ...isplays the DRIVER ID as identified by the DIC If this feature is ON the DRIVER ID will be displayed every time the ignition is turned on If the DRIVER ID is OFF the DRIVER ID can be displayed by pres...

Страница 178: ...it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went Int...

Страница 179: ...or road and wind noise as you drive To get to SCV press the TUNE AUDIO button repeatedly until SPEED VOL is displayed Turn the TUNE AUDIO button to select OFF MIN MED or MAX Each higher choice allows...

Страница 180: ...adio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning presets The radiowi...

Страница 181: ...pears on the display Then turn the AUDIO knob to move the soundtoward the right or the left speakers A bar graph with indicatorswill show how the sound is balanced between the right andthe left speake...

Страница 182: ...programming and the name of the program being broadcast z y 2 the 2 etters yi 2ppez en thp snla r r a 3 7 Finding a PTY Station To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 2 3 4 5 Press P...

Страница 183: ...T Alert warns of local or nationalemergencies When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station ALERT will appear on the display You will hear the announcement even if the volume is muted...

Страница 184: ...ay into the slot label side up The player will pull it in The disc should begin playing If you want to insert a CD while the ignition or the radio is off first press the eject button or DISP If you tu...

Страница 185: ...to the next track play for a few seconds then go on to the next track The sound will mute and SCAN and the track number will appear on the display while scanning The disc will only scan forward Press...

Страница 186: ...improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name orthe call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may als...

Страница 187: ...level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV select OFF DlSP Display Press this button to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time Tim...

Страница 188: ...st preset station stored on your pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go on to tne next preset station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning presets The radio will seek and scan only...

Страница 189: ...To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release AUDIO until BAL appears on the display Then turn the AUDIO knob to move the soundtoward the right or the left speakers A...

Страница 190: ...lite Radio Service go back to Step 1 SCAN You can also Sean through the channels within a category by performing the following 1 Press P TYP The PTY symbol will be displayed on 2 Select a category by...

Страница 191: ...O 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 traffic an...

Страница 192: ...to the dealershipfor service Xi Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required indicates content with The encryption code in your receiver is being updated and no action is required T...

Страница 193: ...ned channel is no longer assigned Tune to another station If this station was one of your presets you may need to choose another station for that preset button No artist information is available at th...

Страница 194: ...vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit rad...

Страница 195: ...o will play while the tape reverses Press it again to return to playing speed 2 DD Forward Press this pushbutton to advance quickly to another part of the tape The radio will play while the tape advan...

Страница 196: ...needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player on page 3 84 If any error occur...

Страница 197: ...thin five seconds to see how long it has been playing To change the default on the display track or elapsed time push this button until you see the display you want then hold the knob until the displa...

Страница 198: ...y other reason try a known goodCD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your deale...

Страница 199: ...e tray label side up If you load a disc with the label side down the disc will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot until it locks into place Repeat this p...

Страница 200: ...closed whenever possible to keep dirt and dust from getting inside the changer Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer and the door is closed the CD changer stack symbol will appea...

Страница 201: ...the disc and track number To change whatis normally shown on the display track or elapsed time pressthis button untilyou seethe displayyou want then holdthis button until the displayflashesand a chime...

Страница 202: ...ealership when reporting the problem hoke Ra io Controls If your vehicle has this feature it will enable two drivers to store and recall personal settings for radio presets last tuned station volume t...

Страница 203: ...OCK is activated your radio will not operate if stolen The radio will display LOCKED and a red LED indicator light will come on above the key symbol to indicate a locked condition If this occurs the r...

Страница 204: ...stations with a strong signal only Press this button again to stop scanning ndeastan Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range howev...

Страница 205: ...er For best results use a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available th...

Страница 206: ...as are located in the windshield and rear window Be sure that the inside surfaces of the windshield and rear window are not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged If the inside surf...

Страница 207: ...llite Radio Antenna System Chime Level Adjustment The volume level of the vehicle s chimes can be controlled by the radio To change the volume level press and hold pushbutton6 with the ignition on and...

Страница 208: ...ery 4 13 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rainand on Wet Roads 4 18 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 24 Hi...

Страница 209: ...llisionsare about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It sthe best defensivedriving maneuver in both city and ruraldriving You never know when the veh...

Страница 210: ...ly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every US state to drink alcohol There are good medical psycho...

Страница 211: ...king 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...

Страница 212: ...right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be ableto react quickly enough to avoid the co...

Страница 213: ...you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three sec...

Страница 214: ...dal may get 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...

Страница 215: ...s 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 slowing down If...

Страница 216: ...he same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery...

Страница 217: ...f you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is required See Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out under If You Are Stuck...

Страница 218: ...teeriag through a sharp curve Then you suddenlyaccelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work wherethe tires meet the road Adding the sudden accelerationcan demand too...

Страница 219: ...se First apply 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 a...

Страница 220: ...ng another vehicle on a two iane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment...

Страница 221: ...cles are 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 vehicle Rememberto glance over your shoulder and check the...

Страница 222: ...curvecausestires to slip and lose throttle causesthe driving wheelsto spin L VII IC111 1 9 IUI bC AI IU II I LI IG acIcIGiGi UllWl I Q r l U L W W I I IUUI I S A A h n lnw em A nn nh A cornering skid...

Страница 223: ...raking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recogn...

Страница 224: ...nv Iy nIcI if I A B I pnnnrl tho r l in h v i n h t V I a I V I I I V I U A U l l l l I y v u Up I U La I u u y m m I W y I You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second...

Страница 225: ...heavy rain can makeit harderto see roadsigns and traffic signals pavement markings the edgeof the road and even peoplewalking It s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep...

Страница 226: ...to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit the r Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control...

Страница 227: ...y through deep puddles or standing water water can comein through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehi...

Страница 228: ...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 and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a...

Страница 229: ...ave a clear viewof the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gapat close to the...

Страница 230: ...y Wearcomfortable clothing and shoes O I J can easily drive in f Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before s...

Страница 231: ...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 ven...

Страница 232: ...r with the ignition 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 dow...

Страница 233: ...l brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflectivewarning triangles And if you will be driving und...

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Страница 235: ...ar road ice patches may appearin shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildingsor underbridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the s...

Страница 236: ...r tuck under your clothing to keep warm You can run the engine to keep warm but be ca I Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO cou...

Страница 237: ...possible Preservethe fuel as long as you can Tohelp 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 Sand Mud...

Страница 238: ...your front wheels If your vehicle has traction control you should turn the system off See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinnin...

Страница 239: ...nown as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure...

Страница 240: ...MATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver s door tells you the proper size speed rating and r...

Страница 241: ...Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you shouldspread it out Don tcarry more than176 Ibs 80 kg in your trunk Do not ad your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR...

Страница 242: ...in the trunk o f your vehicle E n a trunk put them as far forwardas you can Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicleso that some of them are above t...

Страница 243: ...informationin Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel ec...

Страница 244: ...tionswhen towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum postedspeed for trailers or no morethan 55 mph 9 3 0km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do w...

Страница 245: ...u re using a weight carryinghitch or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer...

Страница 246: ...an also enter the vehicle You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if...

Страница 247: ...nd platform and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer bra...

Страница 248: ...ng Check with your dealer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer amps will also flash telling other drivers you re abou...

Страница 249: ...lls Youreal she park yourvehic wi a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if yo...

Страница 250: ...See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belt cooling system and brake sys...

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Страница 252: ...5 27 Engine Overheating 5 28 F n I r n Cooling System 5 30 Power Steering Fluid 5 38 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 39 Brakes 5 40 Battery 5 43 Jump Starting 5 45 Headlamp Aiming 5 51 Headlamp Vertical Ai...

Страница 253: ...ing 5 87 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 87 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 81 Cleaningthe Outsideof YourVehicle 5 84 Vehicle Identification 5 89 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 89 Se...

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Страница 255: ...e sufficient knowledge experience the proper 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 fas...

Страница 256: ...rmal This does not indicate a problem exists orthat a higher octanefuel is necessary If you are using 87 octane or higher octane fuel and hear heavy knocking your engine needs service It is recommende...

Страница 257: ...sion control system to work properly You should not have to add anything to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your are...

Страница 258: ...the 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 The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel door on the driv...

Страница 259: ...uel on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more lik...

Страница 260: ...it properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lampto light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Fi g a Portable Fun Cor ainer Never di...

Страница 261: ...lothing andtools away from any underhood electricfan 1 Things that burn can geton hot e ine parts and start a fire These include liquids likefuel oil coolant brake fluid windshieldwasher and other flu...

Страница 262: ...floor 2 3 Then go to the front of the vehiele and ptlll up on the secondary hood release The hood latch is located under the hood near the center and at the front edge of the grille Lift up on the lat...

Страница 263: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine you ll see the following 5 12...

Страница 264: ...c Transaxle Fluid Dipstick I BrakeMasterCylinder Reservoir J EngineAir Cleaner Filter ENGINE OIL LOW CHECK LEVEL I If the ENGINE OIL DIC message appears on the instrument cluster it means you need to...

Страница 265: ...of the engine oil filler cap The top of the dipstick is a round yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to d...

Страница 266: ...on t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged A A The engine oil fill cap...

Страница 267: ...You should also use the proper viscosity oil for yout vehicle as shown in the viscosity chart SAE 1OW 30 is the viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle However youcan use SAE 5W 30 if it s going...

Страница 268: ...Oil Life SystemTM If any one of these is true for you use the short tripkity maintenance schedule 0 Most trips are less than 5 miles 8 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are b...

Страница 269: ...indicatethat an oil change is necessary for over a year However yourengine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset It is also importantto check yo...

Страница 270: ...oil from the filter before disposal Neverdispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place t...

Страница 271: ...ated near the top of the engine 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the air intake hose This will allow you to lift the rear portion of the engine air cleanedfilter housing 4 After detachingthe...

Страница 272: ...carefu worMng on the engine with the air cleaner filter off 5 Check or replace the engine air cleaner filter 6 Reinstallthe rear section o f the engine air 7 Reconnectthe electrical connector 8 Reatt...

Страница 273: ...alership 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 transa...

Страница 274: ...ever in PARK P 0 With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P I Let the engine r...

Страница 275: ...by your new vehicle warranty 3 After addingfluid recheckthe fluid level as described 4 When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way under Howto Check earlier in this...

Страница 276: ...iquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s CAUTION Continued coc nt warningsystem __ set fc heoper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture p u r...

Страница 277: ...to spill it The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at FULL COLD or a little higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to FULL HOT or...

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Страница 279: ...from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no signof steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is ove...

Страница 280: ...d shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can driv...

Страница 281: ...jure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recoverytank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be p...

Страница 282: ...ny leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be...

Страница 283: ...ter and DEX COOL coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture If you haven t fou...

Страница 284: ...team and scaldingliquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system inc...

Страница 285: ...d upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A his...

Страница 286: ...engine bracket and remove the cover shield 3 4 Put the oil fill tube with cap attached in the valve cover oil fill hole until you re ready to replace the cover shield 4 After the engine cools opent_h...

Страница 287: ...compartment 7 Replace the 3800 Series I 1V6 engine cover shield 7 1 Remove the oil fill tube with cap attached from the valve cover 7 2 Insert the catch tab on the cover shield under the bracket on th...

Страница 288: ...tor filler neck may be lower if the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 12 Then replace the press...

Страница 289: ...ed and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off let the engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with...

Страница 290: ...tank is full e e e When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solutionto freeze and...

Страница 291: ...ed with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overviewon page 5 12 There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in thereservoir might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to...

Страница 292: ...not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Alwaysusethe proper brake fluid Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of miner...

Страница 293: ...ir Some driving conditions or climates may causea brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts a...

Страница 294: ...ew battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the originai battery s iabei vve recommena an ACDelco battery Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead...

Страница 295: ...attached to the vent outlets C on each side of the battery and the vent assembly grommet D must be secured to the floor pan E Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be...

Страница 296: ...both vehicles can be I 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables hey can be dangerous damaged They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or They contain enough e...

Страница 297: ...locations on that vehicle Open the hood on your vehicle and find the remote positive terminal located in the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on...

Страница 298: ...s or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately parts once the engineis running 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could...

Страница 299: ...remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 9 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the...

Страница 300: ...battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service move The eiectrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back tothe battery is much less Notice Damag...

Страница 301: ...umper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnectthe black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnectthe black negative cable from the 3 Disconnectthe red posit...

Страница 302: ...owever it is possible for you to re aim your headlamps as described in the following procedure Notice To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all the instructions before beginning Failure...

Страница 303: ...ed horizontal IeWright adjustment followthe horizontal aiming procedure If you believeyour headlampsneed only vertical up down adjustment follow only the vertical aiming procedure Adjustment screws ca...

Страница 304: ...t headlamp aim 1 Find theaim dot onthe lens of the low beam lamps 3 At the wall or other fiat surface measure from the ground upward the recorded distance from Step 2 and draw or tape a horizontal lin...

Страница 305: ...surface Notice Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build up which may cause damage to the headlamp 5 Turn the vertical aiming screw...

Страница 306: ...ntact your dealer HalogenBulbs I Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas insideand can burstif you drop or scratch the bulb Youor others could be injured Be sure to readand follow the instructionson the bu...

Страница 307: ...bulbscan be accessed 1 Reach down into the space provided by the removal of the headlamp assembly and while pushing in the tab on the bulb assembly turn the assembly counterclockwiseand remove it 2 R...

Страница 308: ...firmly 7 Pull the bulb socket straight out of the assembly 8 Remove the old bulb by pulling it straight out 9 Replace with a new bulb by pushing the bulb straight into the socket until the bulb clicks...

Страница 309: ...mps 2 Pull out the assembly 1 Open the trunk Loosen and remove the seven fasteners that hold the taillamp assembly in place The assembly for both sides is one piece The entire piece must be removed to...

Страница 310: ...3 Push in the tab and turn the bulb socket 4 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out counterclockwiseto remove it 5 Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to install the assembly 5 59...

Страница 311: ...owing 1 Lift the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the tab on the wiper blade assembly and pull the assembly down enough to releaseit from the U hooked end of the wiper arm Slide th...

Страница 312: ...and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued erinflate irespos he samedanger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires fr...

Страница 313: ...g Too muchheat Tireoverloading Bad wear Badhandling Badfueleconomy If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following Unusual wear Badhandling Roughride Needless damage from road...

Страница 314: ...ng light comes on the check tire pressure system may not be working properly See your dealer for service Also see Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 3 39 The check tire pressure system detec...

Страница 315: ...the DIC RESET button TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL will appear in the display The system completesthe calibration process during driving Calibrationtime can take 45 to 90 minutes depending on yourdriving habi...

Страница 316: ...to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but 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 i...

Страница 317: ...with those not having 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 MIAIng tires could cause you t...

Страница 318: ...y requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controll...

Страница 319: ...ded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle...

Страница 320: ...arance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 77 for more information Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle...

Страница 321: ...it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pull...

Страница 322: ...be 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 cert...

Страница 323: ...d the spare tire from the trunk The equipment you ll need is located in the trunk 1 Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk 2 Lift and remove the cover 3 Remove the compact spare tire See Compa...

Страница 324: ...l wrench to nry it off If your vehicle has a wheel cover remove it by using the flat end of the wheel wrench Pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off 1 Use the wheel wrench to loosen t...

Страница 325: ...ht inches 20 cm back from the front wheel well The rear notch is three inches 8 cm forward from the rear wheel well The notches are accessible through openings in theplastic trim at the bottom of the...

Страница 326: ...positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicledamage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle...

Страница 327: ...ut be sure to use a scraper or wire brushlater if you needto to get all the rust or dirt off Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off caus...

Страница 328: ...ened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the Index for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake...

Страница 329: ...ose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place After you ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle you ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk Use the following proced...

Страница 330: ...someone Store all these in the proper place Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the diagram A Wrench D Retainer B Jack E Spare Tire Cover C Jack Container F Retainer The compact spare...

Страница 331: ...removing the compact spare See Check Tire Pressure System on page 5 63 Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good sha...

Страница 332: ...tone Paint Thinner Turpentine LacquerThinner Nail Polish Remover Don t use any of these UIS I SS this manual says you can In manyuses these I1 damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach 0 Reducin...

Страница 333: ...n use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be rem...

Страница 334: ...her Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to s...

Страница 335: ...or gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserveyour vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it oftenwith lukewarm or cold water Don t washyour vehicle in the di...

Страница 336: ...icle as soon as c I L I LI LA A I I VI GIYI I I I1arc l l a l a auw I a3 L a I w u I I I GI IIVI IUG a r IU WLI IGI possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted sur...

Страница 337: ...lso damage the surface of these wheels Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner Notice When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all...

Страница 338: ...vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shapeddiscolorations and smallirreaulardark spotsetched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this GM will repair at...

Страница 339: ...e Materials cont d Descrbtion I Usage Medium foaming shampoo Cleans and Biodegradable and Dhowhate free Wash Wax Concentrate lightly waxes Spot Lifter Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from...

Страница 340: ...ice Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on your spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever n...

Страница 341: ...pens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuse...

Страница 342: ...me vehicles there may be an additional cover that you will need to lift to gain access to the fuses Fuse 22 or 23 can be moved to the outer position to provide continuous powerto the auxiliary outlets...

Страница 343: ...rtrain Control Module Ignition Oxygen Sensor Injector Bank I Auxiliary Power Cigarette Lighter Fog Lamps Daytime Running Lamps Horn Air Conditioner Clutch Relays 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39...

Страница 344: ...ort e k p 2veie e2 m2 ge tc he 2 2 e l ax wires To remove the rear seat cushion do the following 1 Pull up on the front of the cushion to release the front hooks 2 Pull the cushion up and out toward t...

Страница 345: ...n the seat cushion until the spring locks on both ends engage 4 Check to make sure the safety belts are properly routed and that no portion of any safety belt is trapped under the seat Also make sure...

Страница 346: ...ide The rear seat cushion must be removedto access the fuse block See Removing the RearSeat Cushion on page 5 93 Fuses 1 3 3 4 5 6 7 8 Usage Fuel Pump HVAC Blower Memory Assemblv LineDiaqnostic Link N...

Страница 347: ...Retained Accessory Power RAP Not Used Not Used Passenger Door Module Body Interior Lamps Not Used Ignition Switch Fuses 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 Relays 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 Usage Instrument Pa...

Страница 348: ...ase Front Courtesy Lamps Not Used Electronic Level Control ELC Usage Power Seats Power Windows Usage Cigar Rear Defogger Fuses 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 Usage Not Used Rear Defog...

Страница 349: ...ifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 23for more conversions Please refer to information Capacities Engine...

Страница 350: ...Norma Maintenance Rep acement Parts Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Windshield Wiper Blades Length Type 22 inches 56 0 cm Shepherd s Hook I ACDelco part number 5 99...

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Страница 352: ...ripAiighway Scheduled Maintenance 6 12 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 17 AtEach Fuel Fill 6 17 At Least Once a Month 6 17 At Least Twice a Year 6 18 At Least Once a Year 6 18 Part C Periodic Maint...

Страница 353: ...nded maintenance procedures are important improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emi...

Страница 354: ...5 Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when it ais0 explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explai...

Страница 355: ...and note how you drive I f you havequestions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedul...

Страница 356: ...nnns n n n t n n l r nnnh nln r n r J i n rn n a r n F thnnn nnnrJiX mr y u u uybrulb y v u r Y b I l I b I b U I IUbl U I ly V I LI I b J b vu1 l U l L l W l I L I Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine O...

Страница 357: ...le Service severe conditions only Every 150 000 Miles 240000 km Cooling System Service or every 60 months whichever occurs first EngineAccessory Drive Belt Inspection These intervals only summarize ma...

Страница 358: ...tions the oil life system maynot indicate that an oil changeis necessary forover a year However your engine oil and filter must bechangedat least once a year and at this time the system must be reset...

Страница 359: ...on on 21 000 Miles 35000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 24 000 Miles 40000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or eve...

Страница 360: ...cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote t 48 000 Ai es 80 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whi...

Страница 361: ...ver occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 66 000 Miles 1 10 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote page...

Страница 362: ...hichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Control Service page 5 6...

Страница 363: ...condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Control Service B Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Long Trip Highway Scheduled...

Страница 364: ...ge your oil at 3 OOOmiles 5 000 km since yoru last oil change Remember toreset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for information on resetting the system Whene...

Страница 365: ...ission Control Service See footnote page 5 64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on 50 000 Miles 83000 km...

Страница 366: ...itional information See footnote See footnote 0 Rotate tires See Tire lnspection and Rotation on 82 500 Mi es 137 500 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emi...

Страница 367: ...uch as found in taxi police or delivery service 150 000 Miles 240000 km 0 Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occursfirst See Engine Coolant on page5...

Страница 368: ...L c 9...

Страница 369: ...aning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5 84 Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a cle...

Страница 370: ...r works in any other position your vehicle needs service When you are doir this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you star...

Страница 371: ...regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parkingbra...

Страница 372: ...d Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for prope...

Страница 373: ...rottle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that havehigh effort or excessive wear...

Страница 374: ...m h n r C m I r n r r A W U l V l U l l n l G C i l l V V U J I I G I U U I V C I I I I VI ii r m uaaiJS I FfuiCiLuhricant Power Steering GM Part No U S 1052884 System GM Power Steering Fluid Automat...

Страница 375: ...performed record the date odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional informationfrom Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you sho...

Страница 376: ...c7 a I...

Страница 377: ...Date Odometer Reading Maintenance Recorc Serviced By cont d _____________I Maintenance Record 6 26...

Страница 378: ...7 3 Customer Assistance Offices 7 4 GM MobilityProgramforPersons with Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Governm...

Страница 379: ...If after contactinga member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Buick Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 521...

Страница 380: ...of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for re...

Страница 381: ...r 31 3 381 0022 From US Virgin Islands Fax Number 313 381 0022 1 800 496 9994 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P...

Страница 382: ...nnn n 0 nn r R adside Assistance Program Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Premium Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered under the 3 year 36 000 mile 60 000 km new car warr...

Страница 383: ...umber of your location 0 Mileage of vehicle 0 Vehicle IdentificationNumber VIN ID Vehicle license plate number Buick reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in...

Страница 384: ...inimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety rela...

Страница 385: ...completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportationis available during the Bumper to Bumper war...

Страница 386: ...6 L...

Страница 387: ...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...

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Страница 390: ...Anti LockBrake SystemWarningLight 3 39 AppearanceCare 5 81 Care of SafetyEelts 5 84 Appearance Care cont Chemical Paint Spotting 5 87 Cleaning the Inside ofYour Vehicle 5 81 Cleaning the Outside ofYou...

Страница 391: ...Light Brake Fluid R BrakeWear 4 41 5 43 3 18 2 8 3 37 4 23 6 18 2 29 6 22 3 38 5 40 5 42 Brakes 5 40 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 9 Break In NewVehicle 2 22 Bulb Replacement 5 55 Front Turn Si...

Страница 392: ...2 Cleaning Inside ofYourVehicle 5 81 Outside of Your Vehicle 5 84 LATCH System 1 46 AIL n L LL ne V V I I C I G LU r uL L I E n G a u a r l r 1 I u i A n Cleaning cont UnderbodyMaintenance 5 87 Weathe...

Страница 393: ...3 28 Delayed Entry Lighting 3 16 Delayed Exit Lighting 3 16 Delayed Locking 2 10 2 54 Diversity Antenna 3 85 DinghyTowing 4 32 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 3 DollyTowing 4 33 Door Central Door Unlock...

Страница 394: ...T Y M r 3 CD Ln op Y M 0 L n op Ln hCb t6 t i 1 5 U c m a 0 E n a c a m a Q c oar d d mC c PVr a 0 o o M m M LnmLnLncu M r P c n a I o E o E a c n s a...

Страница 395: ...ge Engine Coolant Temperature 3 40 Fuel 3 46 Speedometer 3 35 Tachometer 3 35 GarageDoorOpener 2 42 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Gate Operator andCanadianProgramming 2 45 Glass Surfaces 5 83 GloveBox 2 47 GM M...

Страница 396: ...ight Is Flashing 3 42 If the Light Is OnSteady 3 42 IfYouAreStuck in Sand Mud Ice orSnow 4 30 Ynl nc Decide Q Pu A rai er 4 37 IfYou re Caught in a Blizzard 4 28 Ignition Positions 2 22 Ignition Trans...

Страница 397: ...ning 3 38 Light cont Cruise Control 3 45 Malfunction Indicator 3 41 Oil Pressure 3 44 Safety Belt Reminder 3 36 Security 3 45 Service VehicleSoon 3 45 TCSWarningLight 3 39 Traction Control S stem TCS...

Страница 398: ...and Seal Inspection 6 21 ThrottleSystem Inspection 6 22 Using Your 6 4 BrakeSystemInspection 6 22 FuelSystemInspection 6 22 Maintenance Schedule cont YourVehicle and the Environment 6 2 MaintenanceWhe...

Страница 399: ...r s Information 7 10 Park P Parking Shifting Out of 2 32 Brake 2 29 Over Things That Burn 2 33 Parking BrakeandAutomaticTransaxlePark P MechanismCheck 6 20 Parking on Hills 4 42 Park P Shifting Into 2...

Страница 400: ...ith CD 3 58 Setting theTime 3 57 Theft Deterrent 3 82 Trunk Mounted CD Changer 3 77 Understanding Reception 3 83 RainsenseTM II Wipers 3 8 RDS Messages 3 62 3 70 RearSafety Belt ComfortGuides 1 28 Rea...

Страница 401: ...ng Your Vehicle To GetItOut 4 31 Running Your Engine While You AreParked 2 34 Restraint Systems S Safety Belt Safety Belts Reminder Light 3 36 Care of 5 84 Center FrontPassengerPosition 1 22 Driver Po...

Страница 402: ...rt Trip City Definition 6 5 C I I n J n ulllltllly I I I l u I a l n I L uv 0 qn Short Trip City Intervals 6 5 Short Trip City ScheduledMaintenance 6 6 Some Other Rainy WeatherTips 4 20 Special Fabric...

Страница 403: ...l When 14 Alignment and Tire Balance 5 68 Replacement 5 68 It Is Time for NewTires 5 65 TrunkLockRelease 2 14 To Use the Engine CoolantHeater 2 25 Top of the Instrument Panel 5 83 Top Strap 1 42 Top S...

Страница 404: ...Warnings DICWarnings and Messages 3 50 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 3 OtherWarning Devices 3 4 Safetyand Symbols III Vehicle Damage iv Washing Your Vehicle 5 84 Weatherstrip Lubrication 6 18 Weight of t...

Страница 405: ...sher 3 8 Fluid 5 39 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check 6 17 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 60 Windshield Wipers 3 7 Winter Driving 4 26 Wiper Activated Headlamps 3 12 WiperBladeCheck 6 18 What...

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