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2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic

cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide
over the belt, and insert the two edges of the
belt into the slots of the guide.

3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat.

The elastic cord must be under the belt and the
guide on top.

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Содержание 2004 Malibu

Страница 1: ...21 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 31 Driver Information Center DIC 3 45 Audio System s 3 52 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 31 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 12 Bulb Replacement 5 45 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 49 Tires 5 50 Appearance Care 5 78 Vehicle Identification 5 86 Electrical...

Страница 2: ...se leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Part No 22713069 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 08 06 03 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners You can obtain a French language copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first rece...

Страница 3: ...g CAUTION These mean 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 you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii ...

Страница 4: ...abels 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 with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator ref...

Страница 5: ...These are some examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle v ...

Страница 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Страница 7: ... 1 31 Older Children 1 31 Infants and Young Children 1 34 Child Restraint Systems 1 38 Where to Put the Restraint 1 41 Top Strap 1 42 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 43 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Po...

Страница 8: ... the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure the seat is locked in place Power Lift Seat If your vehicle has this feature to move the power lift seat forward or rearward pull up on the lever located under the front of the driver s seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Try to move ...

Страница 9: ...aise or lower the entire seat cushion by holding the center of the control up or down Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by holding the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by holding the rear of the control up or down Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature the handle is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat Push the handle down ...

Страница 10: ...will move between the high heat setting and the low heat setting Pressing the 0 on the switch will turn off the feature Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the lever located 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 pushing on the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright...

Страница 11: ...b because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upri...

Страница 12: ... air bag In a crash an inflating air bag might force that object toward a person This could cause severe injury or even death Secure objects away from the area in which an air bag would inflate For more information see Where Are the Air Bags and Loading Your Vehicle in the Index You can also fold the front passenger s seatback down to allow for more cargo space or as a temporary table while the ve...

Страница 13: ...e seatback to a comfortable position Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Folding the Seatback Your vehicle may have a split folding rear seatback To fold down the rear seatback on the sedan do the following 1 Open the trunk and pull one or both of the gray handles located on the upper part of the trunk opening The left handle will open the larger side of the seatback The right handle will open the smal...

Страница 14: ...old down the rear seatback on the MAXX do the following 1 Pull up on and hold the lever located on the side of either rear seat 2 Once a lever is pulled the seatback can be pushed into the down position 1 8 ...

Страница 15: ...lick Then pull on the seatback to make sure it is secure Rear Sliding Seat MAXX Only If your vehicle is the MAXX model your rear seat will slide forward or rearward to allow more cargo space in the rear Lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock the seat Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure the seat is locked in plac...

Страница 16: ...u are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts B...

Страница 17: ...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 After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a sea...

Страница 18: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 12 ...

Страница 19: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 13 ...

Страница 20: ...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 belts A Air bags are 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 ev...

Страница 21: ...rious 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 special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 31 or Infan...

Страница 22: ...t 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 Do not let it get twisted The 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 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks 1 16 ...

Страница 23: ...te to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 30 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 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt 1 17 ...

Страница 24: ...e is a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you To move it down push down the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up by pushing the release button up After you move the adjuster to...

Страница 25: ...o loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 19 ...

Страница 26: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 20 ...

Страница 27: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 21 ...

Страница 28: ... across the body CAUTION 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 properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 22 ...

Страница 29: ... 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 if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 23 ...

Страница 30: ...orks the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are...

Страница 31: ...k slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 30 Make sure the release button on the buckle is po...

Страница 32: ...ching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely 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 shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 1 26 ...

Страница 33: ...t very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 27 ...

Страница 34: ...lt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and booster seats and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge ...

Страница 35: ...ic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 29 ...

Страница 36: ...ont passenger They help the safety belts reduce a person s forward movement in a moderate to severe crash in which 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 Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 61 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s s...

Страница 37: ...er belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs 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 seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buc...

Страница 38: ...wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the 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 restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt ...

Страница 39: ...this way 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 portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 33 ...

Страница 40: ...p 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 not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone unless there is no other choice Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A ...

Страница 41: ...ren who are up 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 children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can...

Страница 42: ...r vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle If it is the restraint 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 he...

Страница 43: ... always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would...

Страница 44: ... or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint 1 38 ...

Страница 45: ...ces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 39 ...

Страница 46: ...ch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a ...

Страница 47: ... right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure t...

Страница 48: ...raint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored In the United States some child restraints also have a top strap If your ...

Страница 49: ...h only one child restraint per bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positions You ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel Do not use a chil...

Страница 50: ... the anchors in the three possible positions A Passenger s Side Rear Seat B Center Rear Seat C Driver s Side Rear Seat Make sure to attach the child restraint at the proper anchor location This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors A B and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some rest...

Страница 51: ...ints the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly 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 secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual 1 45 ...

Страница 52: ...e sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 44 See Top Strap on page 1 42 if the chil...

Страница 53: ...Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 47 ...

Страница 54: ...h down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 1 48 ...

Страница 55: ...nt has one Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here is why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air 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 rear facing child rest...

Страница 56: ...rd facing child restraint See Manual Seats on page 1 2 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through 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 ever had to ...

Страница 57: ...aint You may find it helpful to use your knee 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 vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 51 ...

Страница 58: ...s reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Air bags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts All air bags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them Frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hi...

Страница 59: ...ntaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young...

Страница 60: ... bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3 34 for more information Where Are the Air Bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 54 ...

Страница 61: ...r s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has a side impact air bag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver it is located in the ceiling above the side windows 1 55 ...

Страница 62: ...re injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an 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 And because your vehicle has side impact air bags never secure anything to the roof of your vehicle by routing the rope or tiedown through any door or window opening If y...

Страница 63: ...at will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold 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 the occupant The side impact air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes A side impact air bag will inflate if the crash severit...

Страница 64: ...primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward the air bag Side impact air bags would not help you in many 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 anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe fronta...

Страница 65: ...nother crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which may record information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s sa...

Страница 66: ... connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so Air bag systems do not need regular maintenance Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are w...

Страница 67: ...ts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If your seat adjuster will not work after a crash the special part of the safety belt that goes through the seat to the adjuster may need to be replaced If an air bag inflates you will need to replace air bag system parts See Air Bag Systems on page 1 52 If the frontal air bags inflate ...

Страница 68: ... NOTES 1 62 ...

Страница 69: ...ating Your Vehicle 2 22 New Vehicle Break In 2 22 Ignition Positions 2 22 Starting Your Engine 2 23 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2 24 Engine Coolant Heater 2 25 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 27 Parking Brake 2 29 Shifting Into Park P 2 30 Shifting Out of Park P 2 32 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 32 Engine Exhaust 2 33 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 34 Mirrors 2 35 Manual Rea...

Страница 70: ...ng the HomeLink Transmitter 2 41 Storage Areas 2 44 Glove Box 2 44 Cupholder s 2 44 Center Console Storage Area 2 45 Map Pocket 2 45 Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 2 45 Table 2 47 Convenience Net 2 47 Sunroof 2 48 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

Страница 71: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 3 ...

Страница 72: ...r dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the tag in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have one made easily using this tag If you need a new key go to your dealer for the correct key code See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 for more information Notice If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle you may have to damage the vehicle to get in Be sure you h...

Страница 73: ... may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check the d...

Страница 74: ...ess the lock button to lock all the doors The interior lamps will turn off after all of the doors are closed If enabled through the Driver Information Center DIC the parking lamps will flash once to indicate locking has occurred If enabled through the DIC the horn will also chirp to indicate locking has occurred K Unlock Press the unlock button to unlock the driver s door If the button is pressed ...

Страница 75: ... panic alarm Programmable Horn Chirp Through the DIC you may choose whether or not to have a horn chirp when you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock or unlock the doors See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 46 for more information Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a tra...

Страница 76: ...ntry transmitter battery is low Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter do the following 1 Use a flat object like a coin to separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter 2 Remove the battery and replace it...

Страница 77: ...nning time Once two starts or 20 minutes running time has been provided the vehicle must be started normally with the ignition key to get more remote starts The remote start feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition or the hood is not closed Your remote keyless entry transmitter with the remote start button provides an increased range of operation However the range may be less while t...

Страница 78: ...the ignition switch on and then off Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle will not open it You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever y...

Страница 79: ...s and the liftgate Turning the key back to center and then toward the rear of the vehicle a third time will open the trunk or liftgate From the inside you can lock and unlock the door by moving the manual lock knob down and up or by using the power door lock buttons Power Door Locks With the power door locks you can unlock or lock all the doors and the liftgate on your vehicle using either the dri...

Страница 80: ...e 3 46 for more information If a door is opened before the five seconds has elapsed the doors will not lock until five seconds after all doors are closed If the power door lock switch or the transmitter lock button is pressed twice when leaving the vehicle the doors will lock immediately If the power door unlock switch or the transmitter unlock button is pressed the doors will unlock immediately a...

Страница 81: ...f you are leaving your vehicle open your door and set the locks from the inside then get out and close the door Trunk To unlock the trunk on the sedan manually from the outside insert the key and turn the trunk lock cylinder When closing the trunk close from the center to ensure it fully latches CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come in...

Страница 82: ...r NEUTRAL N Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice Using the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk may damage it Use the emergency trunk release handle only to help you open the trunk lid There is a glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk of the sedan model on the trunk latch This handle will glow following exp...

Страница 83: ...erside of the liftgate trim panel slightly to the right of center If none of these ways of opening the liftgate works there is a pull cable located under the body trim panel in the liftgate area which will open it This should be used in case of emergency only not for daily use CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You ...

Страница 84: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 16 ...

Страница 85: ...window pull and hold the front of the switch Window Lockout The driver s power window controls also include a lock out button Press the lock out button to stop the rear passengers from using their window switches The driver and front passenger can still operate all the windows with the lock on When the red part of the switch is visible you have returned to normal window operation Sun Visors To blo...

Страница 86: ...he driver s door is open or With the doors closed turning the driver s door key lock cylinder toward the front of the vehicle The system will arm thirty seconds after all the doors and the liftgate are closed If the lock button on the transmitter is pressed again within five seconds the system will arm immediately The security light will turn on to indicate that arming has been initiated Once the ...

Страница 87: ...inished and all the doors and the liftgate are closed the system will re arm itself How to Turn Off the System Alarm If the system alarm is active it can be deactivated by Pressing the lock button on the transmitter to turn off the alarm The system will also re arm itself Pressing the unlock button on the transmitter to turn off the alarm and disarm the system Putting the key in the driver s door ...

Страница 88: ...eft deterrent system PASS Key III is a passive theft deterrent system This means you don t have to do anything special to arm or disarm the system It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition When the PASS Key III system senses that someone is using the wrong key it shuts down the vehicle s starter and fuel systems The starter will not work and fuel will stop flowing to the engine ...

Страница 89: ...y Then continue with Step 3 To program the new key do the following 1 Verify that the new key has stamped on it 2 Insert the master key in the ignition and start the engine If the engine will not start see your dealer for service 3 After the engine has started turn the key to OFF and remove the key 4 Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to RUN within five seconds of removing the original ke...

Страница 90: ...time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer on page 4 40 for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch you can turn it to four different positions Notice If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can not turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in Turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to fo...

Страница 91: ...he ignition switch will return to the ON position for normal driving Retained Accessory Power RAP Your vehicle has a Retained Accessory Power RAP feature which will allow some features to continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to off or until the driver s door is opened Your vehicle s sunroof and heated seats if equipped and the power windows also work this way They will tu...

Страница 92: ...s or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you do not your engine might not perform properly Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal If your vehicle has this feature you can change the position of the throttle and brake pedals This feature is designed for shorter drivers since the pedals cannot move farther away from the s...

Страница 93: ...ate controls 2 Adjust the throttle and brake pedals to reach a comfortable and safe operating position 3 Adjust the steering wheel to a safe operating position Engine Coolant Heater In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater if your vehicle has this feature can help You ll get easier starting and lower fuel usage during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plu...

Страница 94: ...erly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before use to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside tempera...

Страница 95: ...ave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into Park P on page 2 30 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page ...

Страница 96: ...ngine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear...

Страница 97: ... lever once for L2 and once more for L1 Press the end of the button to return to L2 and L3 The shift lever must be moved back to DRIVE D to turn off the electronic range select mode Parking Brake To set the parking brake push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 36 To release the ...

Страница 98: ...you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 40 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this Hold in the button on the front of the shift lever Push the shift lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 Turn the ignition key to OFF 4 Remove the ...

Страница 99: ...away from PARK P without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked in PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To pr...

Страница 100: ... into the gear you wish Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY 2 Apply and hold the regular brake until the end of Step 5 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Turn the ignition key to START to start the vehicle 5 Shift to the drive gear you want 6 Have the vehicle fixed as ...

Страница 101: ... vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO...

Страница 102: ...engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 26 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could ...

Страница 103: ... counterclockwise There are also three OnStar buttons located at the bottom of the mirror face See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar See OnStar System on page 2 38 for more information about the services OnStar provides Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror This feature enables the mirror to sense ni...

Страница 104: ...and the green indicator light will go out indicating the feature is off To turn the feature back on press and release the button again and the green indicator light will come on While turned on this mirror functions exactly like the automatic dimming mirror described previously There are also three OnStar buttons located at the bottom of the mirror See your dealer for more information on the syste...

Страница 105: ...ehicle has this feature when you operate the rear window defogger the heated driver s and passenger s outside power mirrors are warmed to help clear them of ice and snow See Rear Window Defogger under Climate Control System on page 3 21 for more information Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CA...

Страница 106: ...t www onstar com contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or press the blue OnStar button to speak to an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required prior to delivery of OnStar services and prepaid calling minutes are also required for OnStar Personal Calling and OnStar Virtual Advisor use Terms and conditions of the Subscription Servic...

Страница 107: ...s lost forgotten or has a low battery It s a hands free wireless phone that s integrated into your vehicle You can place calls nationwide using simple voice commands with no additional contracts and no additional roaming charges To find out more about OnStar Personal Calling refer to the OnStar user s guide in your vehicle s glove box visit www onstar com or talk to an OnStar advisor by pressing t...

Страница 108: ...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 interference that 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 and 2 this d...

Страница 109: ... are clear of the garage door or gate operator you are programming When programming a garage door it is advised to park outside of the garage It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter Follow these steps to program up to...

Страница 110: ... the programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly a garage door opener 6 Locate in the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit 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 press and release the Learn or Smart button The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer You wil...

Страница 111: ...ter until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted by HomeLink The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming HomeLink to complete Using HomeLink Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing HomeLink Buttons To erase progra...

Страница 112: ...s for about 20 seconds until the indicator light begins to flash 2 Continue to hold both buttons until the HomeLink indicator light turns off 3 Release both buttons For questions or comments contact HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Storage Areas Glove Box To open pull the handle down and pull the glove box door down until it stops and is fully open Cupholder s The ...

Страница 113: ... information Map Pocket Your vehicle may have storage pockets located on the front edge of the seats the door panels or the back of the front seats Your vehicle may also have a console picture clip to hold photos located near the center of the instrument panel and a parking pass holder located near the driver s side door trim Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover Your vehicle may have an adjustable...

Страница 114: ...d either carpet or plastic side up On the rear edge of the panel are four grocery bag hooks for your convenience CAUTION If you were to carry things on the adjustable panel when it is in the upper cargo cover position then during a sudden vehicle movement or a crash those things could be thrown around in the vehicle You or others could be injured When it is in the upper position always secure any ...

Страница 115: ...lowing 1 With the adjustable panel in the upper position extend the panel out with the plastic side up 2 Unsnap the leg from the plastic side of the table and turn leg outward 3 Set the table leg into the groove on the trim of the rear edge of the vehicle Make sure to place the table leg securely into the groove The shelf can only be extended in the upper position Notice Driving with the panel ext...

Страница 116: ...n and release it In both the vent and fully open positions the air flow can be adjusted for driving comfort by pushing and holding the forward edge of the switch until the sunroof moves to the desired position To close the sunroof push the forward edge of the switch and hold it until the sunroof is closed The sunroof will stop if the switch is released during operation Remember to close the sunsha...

Страница 117: ...3 37 Enhanced Traction System Active Light 3 38 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 3 38 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 39 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 39 Oil Pressure Light 3 42 Security Light 3 43 Cruise Control Light 3 43 Service Vehicle Soon Light 3 44 Fuel Gage 3 44 Driver Information Center DIC 3 45 DIC Operation and Displays 3 46 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 50 Audio System s 3 52 Se...

Страница 118: ...sette Tape Player 3 117 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 3 118 Care of Your CD and DVD Player 3 118 Cleaning Your DVD Player 3 118 Cleaning the Video Screen 3 118 Fixed Mast Antenna MAXX Only 3 118 Backglass Antenna Sedan Only 3 119 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 119 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

Страница 119: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Страница 120: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Страница 121: ... Control System on page 3 21 I Audio System See Audio System s on page 3 52 J Climate Control System See Climate Control System on page 3 21 K Glove Box See Glove Box on page 2 44 L Side Air Outlets See Climate Control System on page 3 21 M Adjustable Pedal Buttons See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 2 24 N Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness under Inter...

Страница 122: ...The hazard warning flasher is located near the center of the instrument panel 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 button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work 3 6 ...

Страница 123: ...steering wheel before you drive You can raise the steering wheel to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle The lever that allows you to tilt and telescope the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column To tilt and telescope the wheel pull down the lever Then move the wheel to a comfortable position pull up the lever to lock the whee...

Страница 124: ...inished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it A warning chime signal will come on if you have left your turn signal on...

Страница 125: ...ss To use it pull the turn signal multifunction lever toward you until the high beam headlamps come on then release the lever to turn them off Windshield Wipers Use this lever located on the right side of the steering wheel to operate the windshield wipers 9 Off Move the lever to this position to turn off the windshield wipers Intermittent Move the lever to this position to choose a delayed wiping...

Страница 126: ...it cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload If the motor gets stuck turn the wipers off clear away the snow or ice and then turn the wipers back on As an added safety feature if the wipers are on for more than thirty seconds the vehicle s headlamps will turn on automatically They will turn off when the wipers are turned off Windshield Washer To wash your windshield push in the button at...

Страница 127: ...ise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control The cruise control buttons are located on the steering wheel for your convenience J On Off Press this button to turn the cruise cont...

Страница 128: ...u re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can press the RES button briefly This will take you back up to your previously chosen speed and stay there Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Disengage the cruise control but do not turn it off If the cruise control system is already engaged press the RES button Hold it there until you get up to the spe...

Страница 129: ...peed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to disengage the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal when cruise control disengages the cruise symbol...

Страница 130: ... on the Daytime Running Lamps during daytime and the headlamps parking lamps and taillamps at night P Off On This position is the momentary Off On switch for the Automatic Headlamp System In Canada this only works when the vehicle is in PARK P When operating in the AUTO position a momentary turn of the switch to the Off On position will turn off the Automatic Headlamp System Rotating the switch to...

Страница 131: ...United States Exterior Lamp Positions for Daytime Lamps P AUTO 2 Headlamp OFF OFF OFF ON Parking Lamp OFF OFF ON ON DRL Turn Signal Lamp OFF ON OFF OFF Taillamp OFF OFF ON ON United States Exterior Lamp Positions for Nighttime Lamps P AUTO 2 Headlamp OFF ON OFF ON Parking Lamp OFF ON ON ON DRL Turn Signal Lamp OFF OFF OFF OFF Taillamp OFF ON ON ON 3 15 ...

Страница 132: ... OFF OFF OFF ON Parking Lamp OFF OFF ON ON DRL Turn Signal Lamp ON ON ON OFF Taillamp OFF OFF ON ON Canadian Exterior Lamp Positions for Nighttime Lamps P AUTO 2 Headlamp ON ON ON ON Parking Lamp ON ON ON ON DRL Turn Signal Lamp OFF OFF OFF OFF Taillamp ON ON ON ON 3 16 ...

Страница 133: ...uld turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside your automatic system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps sidemarker parking lamps instrument panel lights and interior switch backlighting Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor on the top of the instrument panel that...

Страница 134: ...anel lights will be on but the headlamps will be off To turn on the headlamps along with the other lamps when it is dark outside turn the exterior lamp control to the AUTO or headlamp position This feature will work for Canadian vehicles if the vehicle is in PARK P Delayed Headlamps The delayed headlamps feature will continue to illuminate the headlamps for 20 seconds after the key is turned to OF...

Страница 135: ... door is closed or when the ignition is turned on after all doors have been closed These lamps will also go on when you press the trunk release button the unlock button or the panic button on the remote keyless entry transmitter The lamps inside of your vehicle will turn on for about 10 seconds after your key is removed from the ignition to provide an illuminated exit Front Reading Lamps Push the ...

Страница 136: ... the remote trunk release button Press the power door lock switch The battery run down feature will also be activated when any door on the vehicle is left open and the ignition is in OFF Accessory Power Outlets With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone For vehicles with anti lock brake system ABS the accessory power outlets are located...

Страница 137: ... included with the equipment Notice Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Climate Controls Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating cooling and ventilation for your vehicle If your vehicle has ...

Страница 138: ...cancel the recirculation mode 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 more quickly Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on When the button is pressed an indicator light will come on to let you know that it is activated The air condi...

Страница 139: ... is activated On hot days open the windows to let hot inside air escape then close them This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down It also helps the system to operate more efficiently For quick cool down on hot days do the following 1 Select the vent mode 2 Select the highest fan speed 3 Select air conditioning 4 Select the recirculation mode 5 Select the coolest temperat...

Страница 140: ...he system turns off recirculation automatically and runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in the defog mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear 1 Defrost This mode directs most of the air to the windshield with some air directed to the floor vents In this mode the system will ...

Страница 141: ...or by turning off the engine If your vehicle s speed is maintained above 50 mph 80 km h the rear window defogger will remain on once the button is pressed Notice Don t use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape a decal or anything similar t...

Страница 142: ...imum cooling setting If you choose the temperature setting of 90 F 32 C the system will remain at the maximum heat setting Choosing either maximum setting will not cause the vehicle to heat or cool any faster Be careful not to cover the sensor located on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield This sensor regulates air temperature based on sun load and also turns on your headlamps Also...

Страница 143: ...te throughout your vehicle When the button is pressed an indicator light above the button will come on to let you know that it is activated The outside air mode can be used with all modes but it cannot be used with the recirculation mode Pressing this button will cancel the recirculation mode Recirculation Press the left side of the button to turn the recirculation mode on This is helpful when you...

Страница 144: ...ot inside air escape This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best On cool but sunny days while using manual operation of the automatic system use bi level to deliver warm air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets To warm or cool the air delivered press the temperature buttons to the desired...

Страница 145: ...ry to turn off the compressor while in this mode Rear Window Defogger If your vehicle has this feature the lines you see on the rear window warm the glass The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Rear Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off An indicator light above the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is a...

Страница 146: ...m or they may break Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle Use of non GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively When an objectionable odor ...

Страница 147: ...ges some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they are 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 vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there is a problem with your vehicle When one of the warni...

Страница 148: ...ing You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically Your vehicle has this instrument panel cluster which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages United States version shown Canada Similar 3 32 ...

Страница 149: ...our vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it 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 The trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven since you last reset it The trip odometer is accessed ...

Страница 150: ...h shows the air bag symbol The system 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 sensor the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag Systems on page 1 52 This light will come on when you start your vehicle and ...

Страница 151: ...ve it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Light The charging system light will come on when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working When the engine is running the light should go out If it stays on or comes on while you are driving and you hear a chime you may have a problem with the electrical charging sys...

Страница 152: ...parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem The Driver Information Center DIC may display a Low Brake Fluid or Push Park Pedal message These messages might help to determine why the brake system warning light is on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 50 If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder...

Страница 153: ...ion The anti lock brake system warning light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON This is normal If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Enhanced Traction System Warning Light If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System ETS this light may come on for the following reasons If you turn the system off by pressing ...

Страница 154: ... limiting wheel spin The light also comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the system is active Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light indicates that the engine coolant has overheated or the radiator cooling fan is not working If the vehicle has been operating under normal driving condi...

Страница 155: ...called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The Check Engine light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage t...

Страница 156: ...eases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required If the Light is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep...

Страница 157: ...ion on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on If you experience one or more of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light turn off your deale...

Страница 158: ...e is not receiving enough oil The engine could be low on oil or could have some other oil problem Have it fixed immediately When the ignition is on but the engine is not running the light will come on as a test to show you it is working but the light will go out when the engine is running If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the bulb Have it fixed right away CAUTI...

Страница 159: ...omes on continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the PASS Key III system Your vehicle will not be protected by PASS Key III and you should see your dealer If your vehicle has the content theft deterrent alarm system the security light will also turn on to indicate that arming has been initiated See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 18 for more information Cruise Control ...

Страница 160: ... Power etc These messages may help you determine why the service vehicle soon indicator is on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 50 If this happens see your dealer as soon as possible Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on When the indicator nears empty the amber light located left of the pump symbol will come on and you will hear a chime ...

Страница 161: ...n off the ignition Driver Information Center DIC The Driver Information Center DIC provides the following A way to personalize your vehicle Trip information and Warning messages The buttons used to activate the DIC are located on the left side of the vehicle s audio controls The buttons used to activate the DIC are located on the left side of the vehicle s audio controls INFO 4 Press this button t...

Страница 162: ...or kilometers Both odometers can be used at the same time Each trip odometer can be reset to zero separately by pressing and holding the ENTER button for a few seconds while the desired trip odometer is displayed FUEL RANGE Press the INFO button until FUEL RANGE appears to display the remaining distance you can drive without refueling It s based on fuel economy and the fuel remaining in the tank T...

Страница 163: ...All of the personalization options may not be available on your vehicle Only the options available will be displayed on your DIC Oil Life Monitor Reset Units Selection English Metric Remote Start Capability Horn Chirp During Remote Keyless Entry Locking Horn Chirp During Remote Keyless Entry Unlocking Exterior Light Flash During Remote Keyless Entry Locking or Unlocking Delayed Locking Automatic V...

Страница 164: ... trip odometer temperature and average fuel economy displays REMOTE START The remote start feature if equipped can be enabled or disabled When REMOTE START appears on the display press the ENTER button to move between OFF and ON When you have made your choice press the MENU button to record your selection The initial setting from the factory is ON LOCK HORN If your vehicle has remote keyless entry...

Страница 165: ...o record your selection The initial setting from the factory is ALL UNLK This feature determines when the automatic door unlocking will occur when either the key is turned to OFF or the vehicle is shifted into PARK P When UNLK appears on the display use the ENTER button to move between KEY OFF and SHIFT TO P When you have made your choice press the MENU button to record your selection The initial ...

Страница 166: ...th most messages a warning chime will sound when the message is displayed Your vehicle may have other warning messages AUTO LIGHTS OFF This message is displayed if the automatic headlamp system is disabled with the headlamp switch AUTO LIGHTS ON This message is displayed if the automatic headlamp system is enabled with the headlamp switch BRAKE FLUID This message will display if the ignition is in...

Страница 167: ... as possible LOW FUEL This message is displayed when your vehicle is low on fuel You should refill the tank as soon as possible You will also see a low fuel warning light on the instrument panel cluster LOW WASHER FLUID This message is displayed when your vehicle is low on windshield washer fluid You should refill the tank as soon as possible POWER STEERING This message is displayed if a problem h...

Страница 168: ...nt out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Figure out which radio you have in your vehicle 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 into it Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP you can play your audio system even after the ignition is turned ...

Страница 169: ... broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the clock button to enter the clock set mode then press and hold the clock button for three seconds until UPDATED appears on the display If the time is not available from the station NO UPDATE will appear on the display RDS time is broadcast once a minute Once you have tuned to an RDS broadcast station it may take a few minutes before ...

Страница 170: ...lay for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK button again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either SEEK button for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps The radio 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 either SEEK button again to stop scanning presets...

Страница 171: ...nce Fade BAL FADE S Balance Fade To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers press and release the balance and fade button until BAL appears on the display Then turn the ADJ knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers press and release the balance and fade button until FADE appears on the display Then tur...

Страница 172: ...as the last selected audio source The CD player can play the smaller 8cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner If playing a CD R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled You may experience an increase in skipping difficu...

Страница 173: ...ton again to stop scanning SEEK x Press this button to go to the start of the current track if it has been playing for more than eight seconds The track number will appear on the display If you press this button more than once the player will continue moving backward through the CD If you hold this button for more then two seconds the CD will enter CD scan mode and the CD will play the first 10 se...

Страница 174: ...lem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Radio with CD Up Level Radio Data System RDS Your audio syste...

Страница 175: ...he program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service 48 Contiguous US States XM is a continental U S based satellite radio service that offers 100 coast to coast channels including music news sports talk and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and text information including song title and artist name A service fee is required in order to receive the XM service For more inform...

Страница 176: ...hannel Name To change the default on the display press this knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds You will hear a beep and the selected display will now be the default Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 or AM or XM1 or XM2 48 contiguous US states if equipped The display will show your selection ADJ Adjust Turn this knob to select...

Страница 177: ...pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Midrange Treble TONE P Q Bass Treble Press and release this button until BASS MID or TREB appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass mid or treble level If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass midrange or treble to the middle posit...

Страница 178: ...Fade To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the balance and fade button until BAL appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade push and release the balance and fade button until FADE appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers To adjust...

Страница 179: ...frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds FM ALT FREQ ON and AF will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds FM ALT FREQ OFF will appear on the display and AF will disappear from the display The radio will not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service ...

Страница 180: ...that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements the radio will stop and TRAF and brackets will be displayed When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If no station is found NO TRAFFIC INFO will appear on the display If TRAF is on the display you can press the TRAF button to turn off the traffic announcements Your radio will play th...

Страница 181: ...he signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavl Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune to ...

Страница 182: ...eceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Страница 183: ...ls to CDs they could get caught in the CD player Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section s Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release the button to play the passage The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display Fast Forward P...

Страница 184: ...ress the knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and the selected display will now be the default Pressing this button will also display text on commercially recorded CDs if available AUTO TONE AUTO EQ Automatic Equalization Press this button to select the desired equalization setting while playing a CD The equalization will be aut...

Страница 185: ...e may have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Radio with Cassette and CD Radio Data S...

Страница 186: ...he program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service 48 Contiguous US States XM is a continental U S based satellite radio service that offers 100 coast to coast channels including music news sports talk and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and text information including song title and artist name A service fee is required in order to receive the XM service For more inform...

Страница 187: ...hannel Name To change the default on the display press this knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds You will hear a beep and the selected display will now be the default Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 or AM or XM1 or XM2 48 contiguous US states if equipped The display will show your selection ADJ Adjust Turn this knob to select...

Страница 188: ...pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Midrange Treble TONE P Q Bass Treble Press and release this button until BASS MID or TREB appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass mid or treble level If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass midrange or treble to the middle posit...

Страница 189: ...Fade To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the balance and fade button until BAL appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade push and release the balance and fade button until FADE appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers To adjust...

Страница 190: ...cy on press and hold BAND for two seconds FM ALT FREQ ON and AF will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds FM ALT FREQ OFF will appear on the display and AF will disappear from the display The radio will not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service RDS Mes...

Страница 191: ...at does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements the radio will stop and TRAF and brackets will be displayed When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If no station is found NO TRAFFIC INFO will appear on the display If TRAF is on the display you can press the TRAF button to turn off the traffic announcements Your radio will play the ...

Страница 192: ...he signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavl Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune to ...

Страница 193: ...eceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Страница 194: ... or chrome tape is inserted If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages later in this section s Reverse Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses You may select stations during reverse operation by turning the ADJ knob Fast Forward Press this button to advance the t...

Страница 195: ...ressed first Cassette Tape Messages TIGHT TAPE If this message appears on the radio display the tape will not play because the tape is tight and the player cannot turn the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Turn the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your tape may be damaged and should not be ...

Страница 196: ...adio the CD will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source The CD player can play the smaller 8cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner If playing a CD R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been han...

Страница 197: ...k Press either arrow again to stop scanning DISP Display Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing T the track number and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display To change the default on the display time or elapsed time press the knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and the selected disp...

Страница 198: ...ere may have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Radio with Six Disc CD Radio Data Sys...

Страница 199: ...he program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service 48 Contiguous US States XM is a continental U S based satellite radio service that offers 100 coast to coast channels including music news sports talk and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and text information including song title and artist name A service fee is required in order to receive the XM service For more inform...

Страница 200: ...hannel Name To change the default on the display press this knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds You will hear a beep and the selected display will now be the default Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 or AM or XM1 or XM2 48 contiguous US states if equipped The display will show your selection ADJ Adjust Turn this knob to select...

Страница 201: ...pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Midrange Treble TONE P Q Bass Treble Press and release this button until BASS MID or TREB appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass mid or treble level If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass midrange or treble to the middle posit...

Страница 202: ...Fade To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the balance and fade button until BAL appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade push and release the balance and fade button until FADE appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers To adjust...

Страница 203: ...frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds FM ALT FREQ ON and AF will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds FM ALT FREQ OFF will appear on the display and AF will disappear from the display The radio will not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service ...

Страница 204: ...that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements the radio will stop and TRAF and brackets will be displayed When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If no station is found NO TRAFFIC INFO will appear on the display If TRAF is on the display you can press the TRAF button to turn off the traffic announcements Your radio will play th...

Страница 205: ...he signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavl Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune to ...

Страница 206: ...eceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Страница 207: ...for INSERT CD to flash on the display 4 Load a CD Insert the CD partway into the slot label side up The player will pull the CD in When a CD is inserted the CD symbol will appear on the display If you select an equalization setting for your CD it will be activated each time you play a CD The CD will begin to play automatically To insert multiple CDs do the following 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Press ...

Страница 208: ...y to be removed When the CD is ready to be removed it will eject part way from the radio and the display will change to a flashing REMOVE CD with the single CD symbol flashing until the CD is removed If the CD is not removed within 25 seconds the radio will pull it back in After the CD is removed the radio will repeat the previous actions until all of the CDs have been removed or a CD is pulled ba...

Страница 209: ...ay RANDOM OFF will appear on the display and RDM will disappear from the display To play the tracks on all of the CDs that are loaded in random order press and hold the RDM button for more than two seconds You will hear a beep RANDOM ALL CDS and RDM will appear on the display Press RDM again to turn off random play RANDOM OFF will appear on the display and RDM will disappear from the display x SEE...

Страница 210: ...evice when listening to the radio Using Song List R Mode The six disc CD changer has a feature called song list This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections To save tracks into the song list feature perform the following steps 1 Turn the radio on and load it with at least one CD See LOAD listed previously in this section for more information 2 Check to see that the CD changer is not in so...

Страница 211: ... will be heard to confirm that the track has been deleted and TRACK number DELETED will appear on the display After a track has been deleted the remaining tracks are moved up the list When another track is added to the song list the track will be added to the end of the list To delete the entire song list perform the following steps 1 Turn the CD player on 2 Press the song list button to turn song...

Страница 212: ...or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Rear Seat Entertainment System Your vehicle may have a Digital Versatile Disc DVD system The Rear Seat Entertainment RSE includes a DVD player a video display screen two sets of wireless headphones and a remote control This system als...

Страница 213: ...es OFF when not in use If the RSE system is shut off or if the headphones are out of range of the transmitters located at the top of the DVD player for more than three minutes the headphones will shut off automatically to save the battery power If you move too far forward or step out of the vehicle the headphones will lose the audio signal To adjust the volume on the wireless headphones use the vo...

Страница 214: ...s not included to connect your auxiliary device to the RCA jacks Refer to the manufacturer s instructions for proper usage To use the auxiliary audio and video inputs on the entertainment system connect an external auxiliary device such as a camcorder to the RCA jacks and turn on both the auxiliary device power and the power on the front of the RSE system Press the play and source buttons at the s...

Страница 215: ...e hissing sound in the wireless headphones seems excessive make sure that the headphone batteries are fully charged Some amount of hissing is normal Video Screen The video screen is located on the back of the floor console Open the video screen by rotating the screen up and adjust its position as desired The video screen may not be able to be rotated up if the rear seat is too far forward See Rear...

Страница 216: ...rd audio CDs and audio CD Rs can also be played by the DVD player The video screen will display a menu when an audio CD or CD R is played If an error message appears on the video screen see DVD Messages later in this section DVD Player Buttons O Power Press this button to turn the RSE system on and off c Z Stop Eject Press this button to stop playing rewinding or fast forwarding Press this button ...

Страница 217: ...ress the up or down arrow to increase or decrease the volume on the wired headphones not included The arrows on the left side are for the left headphone and the arrows on the right side are for the right headphone Playing a Disc To play a disc gently insert the disc with the label side up into the loading slot The DVD player will continue loading the disc and the player will automatically start if...

Страница 218: ...he disc If a disc is ejected from the player but not removed the DVD player will reload the disc after a short period of time The disc will be stored in the DVD player The DVD player will not resume play of the disc automatically DVD Messages The following errors may appear on the video screen display Disc Format Error This message will be displayed if a disc is inserted upside down if the disc is...

Страница 219: ...the remote control Objects blocking the line of sight will affect the function of the remote control Notice Do not store the remote control in heat or direct sunlight This could damage the remote control and it would not be covered by your warranty Keep the remote control stored in the rear seat armrest when not in use Remote Control Buttons O Power Press this button to turn the DVD player on or o...

Страница 220: ...y not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews 1 through 0 Numeric Keypad The remote control numeric keypad provides you with the capability of direct chapter title and track number selection Press this button within 3 seconds after inputting a numeric selection to clear all numeric inputs Press this button before inputting the number 10 Press the button to select cha...

Страница 221: ...apter Press this button to advance to the beginning of the next track or chapter This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews Setup Menu To access the setup menu ensure that a DVD disc is in the player and the video is stopped Press the display button Once the menu is activated use the remote control directional arrows and the enter button to navigate ...

Страница 222: ...arious languages The audio output is dependent on whether a DVD supports the selected language Subtitle The default DVD subtitle language may be selected from English Spanish or French The subtitle language is dependent on whether the DVD supports the selected language Menu The default on screen display language may be selected from various languages Features The USER PREFERENCE SETTINGS menu allo...

Страница 223: ...ame in forward or reverse by using the remote control arrow buttons Press play to resume play of the DVD DVD audio will not be available during selection Slow Motion The DVD will pause and may be viewed in slow motion at various speeds in forward or reverse by using the remote control arrow buttons Press play to resume play of the DVD DVD audio will not be available during selection Scan Speeds Th...

Страница 224: ...led correctly using the diagram on the inside of the battery compartment If the remote control is to be stored for a long period of time remove the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Tips and Trouble Problem Recommended Action No power The ignition may not be in run accessory or RAP The parental control button might have been pressed Disc will not play The system might be off The parental...

Страница 225: ...been pressed The remote control will not work the RSA control only the RSE system Problem Recommended Action How do I get subtitles on or off Press the display button on the remote control to go to the DVDs main menu Then follow the screen prompts After stopping the player I push the play button but sometimes the DVD starts where I left off and sometimes at the beginning Press the stop button on t...

Страница 226: ...D is playing the copyright information or previews Problem Recommended Action My disc is stuck in the player The eject button does not work Press the eject button on the DVD player Turn the power off then on again then press the eject button on the DVD player Do not attempt to force or remove the disc from the player If the problem persists return to your dealer for further assistance I lost the r...

Страница 227: ... allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources radio and CDs However the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to For example rear seat passengers may listen to a CD through headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers The rear seat passengers have control of the volume...

Страница 228: ...een the bands and cannot change the frequency Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio w SEEK x While listening to the radio press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or the previous station and stay there The SEEK button is inactive if the front radio is in use While listening to a CD press the up arrow to hear the next track on the CD Press the down arrow to go back to t...

Страница 229: ...t System This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources radio cassette tapes and CDs However the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to For example rear seat passengers may listen to and control a cassette tape or CD through headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the f...

Страница 230: ...e Radio with Six Disc CD when a CD is playing press this button to select the next CD if multiple CDs are loaded BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 or AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped If the front passengers are listening to the radio the RSA controller can switch between the bands but cannot change the frequency the front seat passengers are listening to SRCE Source Press this button to...

Страница 231: ...rent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it will not operate and LOCKED will appear on the display With THEFTLOCK activated your radio will not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature you can...

Страница 232: ...fax or walkie talkies It may be necessary to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle Excludes the OnStar System Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the t...

Страница 233: ...s 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 through your dealer The broken tape detection feature of your cassette tape player may identify the cleaning cassette as a damaged tape in error To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected use the following steps...

Страница 234: ...ling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your CD and DVD Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Cleaning Your DVD Player When cleaning the outside DVD cabinet face and buttons use only a clean cloth dampened with clea...

Страница 235: ...erials will interfere with or distort the incoming radio reception Any damage caused to your backglass antenna due to metallic tinting materials will not be covered by your warranty Because this antenna is built into your rear window there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals If you choose to add a cellular telephone to your vehicle and the antenna needs to be attached to t...

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Страница 237: ...ontrol 4 15 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and 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 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Winter Driving 4 26 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 Towing 4 31 Towing Your Vehicle 4 31 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 31 Loading Your Vehicle 4 34 Towing a Trailer 4 40 Section 4 Driving Y...

Страница 238: ...y 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 distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision wit...

Страница 239: ...r people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if someone plans to drive It is a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The Blood Alcohol Concentration BAC of someone who is drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The...

Страница 240: ...e driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At ...

Страница 241: ...ing Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you are driving on snow or ice it is easy to ask more of those ...

Страница 242: ...ether it is pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes ...

Страница 243: ...e driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here is what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to ma...

Страница 244: ...brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel a slight brake pedal pulsation or notice some noise but this is normal Braking in Emergencies At some time nearly every driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking If you have anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time However if you do not have anti lock your first reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold...

Страница 245: ... limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power and may also upshift the transaxle to limit wheel spin This light will come on when your Enhanced Traction System is engaged and limiting wheel spin You may fe...

Страница 246: ...ad conditions you should always leave the Enhanced Traction System on But you can turn the system off if you prefer To turn the system on or off press the ETS button on the center console under the climate control system When you turn the system off the Enhanced Traction System warning light will come on and stay on If the Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin when you press the button t...

Страница 247: ...g through a sharp curve Then you suddenly apply the brakes Both control systems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have four wheel anti lock brakes adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places You can lose control The same thing can happen if you are steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems ...

Страница 248: ...ut unless you have anti lock not enough to lock your wheels 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 emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you ca...

Страница 249: ...other vehicle on a two lane 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 or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Loo...

Страница 250: ...les are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see i...

Страница 251: ...hicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehic...

Страница 252: ...Drive defensively Do not drink and drive Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since you can not see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a sa...

Страница 253: ...n you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glas...

Страница 254: ...uddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank...

Страница 255: ...oid puddles But if you can not try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally 4 19 ...

Страница 256: ...deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can not avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing w...

Страница 257: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 22 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Страница 258: ...ve a clear view of 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 gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your ...

Страница 259: ...ey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can ch...

Страница 260: ... 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 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a...

Страница 261: ... slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or 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 would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill Drive in the highest gear p...

Страница 262: ... scraper a small 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 reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 26 ...

Страница 263: ...til salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Unless you have the anti lock braking system you will want to brake very gently too If you do have anti lock see Braking ...

Страница 264: ...bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your veh...

Страница 265: ...in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go ...

Страница 266: ...d known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph 5...

Страница 267: ... need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 31 Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicl...

Страница 268: ...ions on how far and how long they can tow Do you have the proper towing equipment See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is your vehicle ready to be towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you ll want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 4 23 Dinghy Towing To tow your...

Страница 269: ...he parking brake Remember to install the fuses once you reach your destination To reinstall a fuse do the following 1 Set the parking brake 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch 3 Reinstall the fuse Notice If you exceed 65 mph 110 km h while towing your vehicle it could be damaged Never exceed 65 mph 110 km h while towing your vehicle Notice Towing your vehicle from the rear could damage it Al...

Страница 270: ...ight your vehicle can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR I...

Страница 271: ...our vehicle can properly carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Information label Example 1 the label is attached to the center pillar near the driver s door latch If your vehicle has the Tire Loading Information label Example 2 the label is on the edge of the driver s side rear passenger door Example 1 Example 2 4 35 ...

Страница 272: ... in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determi...

Страница 273: ...ant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 340 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 4 37 ...

Страница 274: ...sengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Label The other label is the Certification label found on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross ...

Страница 275: ...u put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry s...

Страница 276: ...u should read the information in 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 economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safet...

Страница 277: ...ns when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than...

Страница 278: ...ue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 34 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a weight carrying hitch or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the to...

Страница 279: ...remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 2 33 Dirt and water can too Safety Chains 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 it becomes separated from the hitch Instruction...

Страница 280: ...working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sud...

Страница 281: ...or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Notice Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles 9 6 km Extended highe...

Страница 282: ...and hold the pedal down while you start your engine shift into a gear and release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer Things that are especially important in trailer operation a...

Страница 283: ... 5 26 Engine Overheating 5 27 Cooling System 5 29 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 34 Brakes 5 35 Battery 5 38 Jump Starting 5 39 Bulb Replacement 5 45 Halogen Bulbs 5 45 Headlamps 5 45 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 47 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 47 Replacement Bulbs 5 49 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 49 Tires 5 50 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 57 Tire Inspection and Rot...

Страница 284: ...5 84 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 84 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 84 Vehicle Identification 5 86 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 86 Service Parts Identification Label 5 86 Electrical System 5 87 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 87 Headlamp Wiring 5 87 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 87 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 87 Fuses 5 88 Capacities and Specifications 5 96 Section 5 Service and Appe...

Страница 285: ...want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems including some inside the vehicle many fluids and some component wear by products contai...

Страница 286: ...ge 1 60 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on page 6 15 CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attemp...

Страница 287: ...f your vehicle Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal This does not indicate a...

Страница 288: ... is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction ind...

Страница 289: ...le in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier Notice Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered un...

Страница 290: ...urns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the pump island Turn off your engine when you are refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling ...

Страница 291: ...rned 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 likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Don t top off or overfill your tank and wait a few seconds after you ve finished pumping before you remove the nozzle Clean f...

Страница 292: ...Lamp on page 3 39 CAUTION If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Notice If you need a new fuel cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp...

Страница 293: ...rs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is co...

Страница 294: ...following 1 Pull the hood release handle located inside the vehicle to the right of the steering column 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary hood release handle toward the driver s side of the vehicle before lifting the hood 3 Lift the hood 5 12 ...

Страница 295: ... hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Then let the hood drop from about 8 to 12 inches 20 to 30 cm above the vehicle to latch fully Do not drop the hood from full prop rod height Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the procedure if necessary 5 13 ...

Страница 296: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 2L DOHC L4 engine you ll see the following 5 14 ...

Страница 297: ... See Engine Oil on page 5 17 D Engine Coolant Reservoir See Engine Coolant on page 5 24 E Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 35 F Battery See Battery on page 5 38 G Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block under Fuses on page 5 88 H Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 34 5 15 ...

Страница 298: ...When you open the hood on the 3 5L LX9 engine you ll see the following 5 16 ...

Страница 299: ...Washer Fluid on page 5 34 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 14 for the location of the engine oil dipstick Turn off the engine and give the oil sever...

Страница 300: ...at the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 14 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things GM6094M ...

Страница 301: ...ckness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbo...

Страница 302: ...n engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A Change Oil Soon messa...

Страница 303: ...n you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used ...

Страница 304: ...r at every oil change and replace at the first oil change after 25 000 miles 40 000 km How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 1 Remove the screws that hold the cover on 2 Disconnect the electrical connector 3 Lift off the cover 4 Remove the filter and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required 5 22 ...

Страница 305: ...A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible You may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer or service center when you have your oil changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these con...

Страница 306: ...0 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOL coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can ...

Страница 307: ... CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark or slightly higher If the low coolant message ...

Страница 308: ...em on page 5 29 CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be...

Страница 309: ...ay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until t...

Страница 310: ...affic let the engine idle in NEUTRAL N while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 2 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 drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive norm...

Страница 311: ...ine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface 3 5L Engine Shown 2 2L Engine Similar 5 29 ...

Страница 312: ...oolant is not covered by your warrany Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant may require changing sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle How to Add Coolant to the Coola...

Страница 313: ...n you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap 5 31 ...

Страница 314: ...freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure ca...

Страница 315: ...e level remains constant at the Full Cold mark for at least five minutes 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower than the FULL COLD mark add more of the proper mixture to t...

Страница 316: ... Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your...

Страница 317: ...ould have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work i...

Страница 318: ...f fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone p...

Страница 319: ... in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a 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 are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications I...

Страница 320: ...sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you do not your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you have come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new ve...

Страница 321: ...er storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature on page 3 115 Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or igni...

Страница 322: ...start procedure Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake Notice If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicl...

Страница 323: ...nd get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some things you should know Positive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative...

Страница 324: ... 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 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one 5 42 ...

Страница 325: ...od there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less If the THEFT SYSTEM light flashes wait until the light stops flashing 10 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 If the jumper cables are removed in the wrong order el...

Страница 326: ...ollowing 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle Jumper Cable Removal 5 44 ...

Страница 327: ...ection contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps A High Beam Headlamp B Low Beam Headlamp C Front Turn Signal Park Lamp DRL 5 45 ...

Страница 328: ...ve the lamp assembly from the vehicle by pulling it forward Use care not to scratch the vehicle with the lamp or the lamp with the fender 4 Remove the rubber covers from the individual sockets 5 Unclip the wiring harness and twist the socket less than one quarter turn counterclockwise and remove it 5 46 ...

Страница 329: ...on Be sure to line up the holes in the lamp assembly to the round ends of the mounting pins 9 Reinstall the two bolts attaching the headlamp assembly to the vehicle Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL It is recommended that this component be replaced as a unit See your dealer Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 1 Open the trunk A Taillamp B Back Up Lamp C Taillamp Stoplamp Turn Signal...

Страница 330: ...ull out the taillamp assembly and turn the bulb socket one quarter turn counterclockwise 6 Gently wiggle the bulb to remove it from the socket Replace the bulb 7 Reverse the steps to attach the taillamp assembly to the vehicle 8 When securing the lamp assembly back into place align the assembly so that the trunk lid doesn t contact it 9 Close the trunk 5 48 ...

Страница 331: ... blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking To replace the wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Press the tab that holds the wiper blade to the arm 3 Pull the assembly down to release it from the U hooked end of the wiper arm and slide the assembly away from the arm 4 Slide in the new wiper blade assembly and s...

Страница 332: ...ur Vehicle in the Index Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a p...

Страница 333: ...exceed all federal safety guidelines C Department of Transportation DOT The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size a...

Страница 334: ...sistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 61 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load For more information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 57 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 34 Compact Spare Tire Example 5 52 ...

Страница 335: ... of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 77 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 34 E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 60 psi 420 kPa For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5...

Страница 336: ...spect ratio is 70 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 70 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wh...

Страница 337: ... a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 57 Curb Weight This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant but without passengers and cargo DOT Markings A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation mot...

Страница 338: ...ame molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure and shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 57 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 34 ...

Страница 339: ...mmended inflation pressure See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 34 Inflation Tire Pressure The tire and loading information label shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 34 for the location of your vehicle s tire and loading informat...

Страница 340: ...ch the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice u...

Страница 341: ...use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off 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 tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any...

Страница 342: ...y an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires 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 CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properl...

Страница 343: ...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 controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of ...

Страница 344: ...oaded 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 were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice ...

Страница 345: ...ires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chass...

Страница 346: ... instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires Notice If your vehicle has P205 65R15 size tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for yo...

Страница 347: ... may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without t...

Страница 348: ...Find a level place to 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 and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire...

Страница 349: ... the cover out of the way For the MAXX model lift the handle to release the latch on the spare tire cover 2 Lift and remove the cover 3 Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 77 for more information about the compact spare tire Tire Changing Tools 1 The tools you ll be using include the wrench A and jack B The MAXX model...

Страница 350: ...lockwise to loosen wheel wrench 3 Unhook the wheel wrench from the jack 4 Before using the wheel wrench you must extend the handle 5 Extend the handle by pressing the button with your index finger and pulling on the end of the wrench 5 68 ...

Страница 351: ...hem Do not pry off wheel covers or center caps that have plastic wheel nut caps 2 Then remove the wheel cover or center cap from the wheel to find the wheel nuts If your vehicle has a wheel cover or hubcap without plastic wheel nut caps gently pry on the edge of the plastic wheel trim to remove it from the wheel to find the wheel nuts 3 Use the wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them...

Страница 352: ...o not place the jack under a body panel The lower body panel has an arrow to aid in location the jacking location Put the compact spare tire near you CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack 5 70 ...

Страница 353: ...rsonal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 5 Raise the vehicle by turning the wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit 6 Remove all of the wheel nuts 7 Then take off the flat tire 5 71 ...

Страница 354: ...e wheel attaches 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 need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 9 Install the compact spare tire Put the wheel nuts back on with the c...

Страница 355: ...l nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the Index for wheel nut torque specif...

Страница 356: ...have the flat tire repaired or replaced Notice Wheel covers will not fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare Storing the Flat Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone S...

Страница 357: ...d carefully place the jack inside the rim Then remove the extension and yellow cap lug from the jack and screw it onto the bolt The extension will come through the center hole in the cover and then secure it with the larger wing nut A Wing Nut B Cover C Extension D Jack E Flat Tire Valve Stem Down F Bolt Sedan Model MAXX Model 5 75 ...

Страница 358: ...ose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare tire is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire following Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the diagram A Cover B Wing Nut C Spare Tire D Nut E Jack Plus Extension for MAXX model only F Bolt 5 76 ...

Страница 359: ...ant 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 shape in case you need it again Notice When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t...

Страница 360: ...ne Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Do not use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe v...

Страница 361: ...ection use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry 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 removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool wate...

Страница 362: ...on a soft cloth or sponge See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 84 Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel 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 see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Component...

Страница 363: ...olor gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning...

Страница 364: ...droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to ...

Страница 365: ...ire cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or ...

Страница 366: ... on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this GM will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first Vehicle Care Appearance Ma...

Страница 367: ...nd protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping necessary Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Wash Wax Concentrate Medium foaming shampoo Cleans and lightly waxes Biodegradable and phosphate free Spot Lifter Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets vinyl and suede upholstery Odor Eliminator Odorless spray ...

Страница 368: ...ts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the side of the wheel well It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation pain...

Страница 369: ...mp wiring is protected by fuses one for each headlamp in the fuse block An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is ...

Страница 370: ...t like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle one in the center of the instrument panel one in the engine compartment and one in the trunk There is a fuse puller located on the instrument panel fuse block It can be used to easily remove fuses from the fuse block The instrument panel fus...

Страница 371: ...trument Panel Fuse Block Fuses Usage POWER MIRRORS Power Mirrors EPS Electric Power Steering Fuses Usage RUN CRANK Cruise Control Electronic Range Select HVAC BLOWER HIGH Relay Climate Control System 5 89 ...

Страница 372: ... Not Used RADIO Audio System INTERIOR LIGHTS Overhead Lighting Trunk Cargo Lighting NOT INSTALLED Not Used HVAC CTRL IGN Climate Control System Fuses Usage HVAC BLOWER Climate Control System DOOR LOCK Automatic Door Lock System ROOF HEAT SEAT Sunroof Heated Seats Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror POWER WINDOWS Power Window Switch NOT INSTALLED Not Used NOT INSTALLED Not Used AIRBAG BATT Airbag Sys...

Страница 373: ...ocated on the driver s side of the vehicle near the battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 14 for more information on location Fuses Usage 1 A C CLU 2 Electronic Throttle Control 3 Ignition Module Fuses Usage 4 Transmission 5 Fuel Injectors 6 EMISSION 1 5 91 ...

Страница 374: ...Fan 1 18 Cooling Fan 2 19 RUN RELAY 20 IBCM 1 21 IBCM R C 22 RBEC 1 23 RBEC 2 24 Anti lock Brake System 25 IBCM 2 Fuses Usage 26 STARTER 27 DIODE Windshield Wiper 41 Electric Power Steering 42 Resistor Brake Lamp Diagnostic Relays Usage 28 Cooling Fan 1 29 Cooling Fan Mode 30 Cooling Fan 2 31 STARTER 32 RUN CRANK Ignition 33 POWERTRAIN 34 A C CLUTCH 35 High Beam Headlamps 36 Front Fog Lamps 37 Hor...

Страница 375: ...Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is located in the trunk of the vehicle Access the fuse block through the trunk panel on the driver s side of the rear cargo area 5 93 ...

Страница 376: ...Fuses Usage 1 Not Used 2 Driver Seat Controls 3 Not Used 4 Resistor Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder Fuses Usage 5 Emission 6 Parklamps 7 Not Used 8 Not Used 5 94 ...

Страница 377: ...ainment System Homelink 17 Back up Lamps 18 Not Used 19 Not Used 20 Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Outlet 21 Not Used 22 Trunk 23 Rear Window Defogger 24 Heated Mirror Controls 25 Fuel Pump Relays Usage 26 Rear Window Defogger 27 Parklamps 28 Not Used 29 Not Used 30 Not Used 31 Not Used 32 Not Used 33 Back up Lamps 34 Not Used 35 Not Used 36 Trunk 37 Fuel Pump 38 Diode Cargo Lamps 5 95 ...

Страница 378: ...n Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Use Refrigerant Oil R134a Systems 1 1 lbs 0 6 kg Automatic Transaxle Complete Overhaul 9 5 quarts 9 0 L Cooling System 2 2L Engine 3 5L Engine 6 9 quarts 10 1 quarts 6 5 L 9 6 L Engine Oil with Filter 2 2L Engine 3 5L Engine 4 0 quarts 5 0 quarts 3 8 L 4 7 L Fuel Tank 16 1 gallons 61 1 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y Engine Specific...

Страница 379: ...ed Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 13 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 14 Maintenance Record 6 15 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Страница 380: ...ary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance is important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the...

Страница 381: ...e driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 should be performed when indicated See Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6 7 for further information CAUTION Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some...

Страница 382: ...reset Your GM Goodwrench dealer has GM trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last service Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil on page 5 17 for information on the Engine...

Страница 383: ...ootnote Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tires on page 5 50 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wi...

Страница 384: ...el system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 22 An Emission Control Service Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter severe service only See footnote h Replace spark plugs Inspect spark plug wires V6 only An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every 5 years whi...

Страница 385: ...ng leaks cracks chafing etc c Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace with genuine GM parts as needed To help ensure proper operation a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year d Visua...

Страница 386: ...xle 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 reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require c...

Страница 387: ...her details Notice It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 24 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check ...

Страница 388: ...osition contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2 ...

Страница 389: ...ular 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 parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the ...

Страница 390: ...draulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Automatic Transaxle DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate L...

Страница 391: ...r Part GM Part Numbers ACDelco Part Numbers Engine Air Cleaner Filter 24577608 A1615C Engine Oil Filter 2 2L Engine 3 5L Engine 24460713 25010792 PF2244G PF47 Spark Plugs 2 2L Engine 3 5L Engine 25337472 12568387 41 981 41 101 Windshield Wiper Blades Passenger s Side Driver s Side 19 6 inches 48 0 cm 22 0 inches 56 0 cm 50 0 cm 55 0 cm 6 13 ...

Страница 392: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 14 ...

Страница 393: ...rmed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 in this section Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 9 can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15 ...

Страница 394: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Страница 395: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Страница 396: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Страница 397: ...Disabilities 7 6 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 12 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 12 Section 7 Customer Assist...

Страница 398: ...after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 222 1020 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give...

Страница 399: ...le Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case 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 relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Progra...

Страница 400: ...States only Refer to the web for updated information To register your vehicle visit www MyGMLink com United States or My GM Canada within www gmcanada com Canada Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can...

Страница 401: ...ance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 Overseas Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto...

Страница 402: ...tails All TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 As the proud owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road Chevrolet s Roadside Assistance toll fre...

Страница 403: ... of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number Mileage Vehicle Identification Number and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we are only a phone call away Chevrolet Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 234 88...

Страница 404: ...your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If 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 s...

Страница 405: ...eyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper to Bumper warranty coverage 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 de...

Страница 406: ... Module SDM in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated such as engine speed brake applications throttle position vehicle speed safety belt usage air bag readiness air bag performance data and the severity of a collision This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future ve...

Страница 407: ...Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of...

Страница 408: ...vision Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on...

Страница 409: ...o Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Ti...

Страница 410: ... NOTES 7 14 ...

Страница 411: ...Antenna System 3 119 Anti lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 37 Appearance Care 5 78 Care of Safety Belts 5 81 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 84 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 78 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 81 Finish Damage 5 83 Sheet Metal Damage 5 83 Underbody Maintenance 5 84 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 84 Weatherstrips 5 81 Arming the System 2...

Страница 412: ...Wear 5 37 Brakes 5 35 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 22 Bulb Replacement 5 45 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 47 Halogen Bulbs 5 45 Headlamps 5 45 Replacement Bulbs 5 49 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 47 Buying New Tires 5 60 C California Fuel 5 6 Canada Customer Assistance 7 5 Canadian Owners ii Canadian Roadside Assistance 7 7 Capacities a...

Страница 413: ...int in the Right Front Seat Position 1 49 Top Strap 1 42 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 43 Where to Put the Restraint 1 41 Cleaning Inside of Your Vehicle 5 78 Outside of Your Vehicle 5 81 Underbody Maintenance 5 84 Video Screen 3 118 Weatherstrips 5 81 Your DVD Player 3 118 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 5 83 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 82 Cleaning Fabric Carpet 5 78 Cleaning Glass Surfaces 5 80 Clea...

Страница 414: ... 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 11 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 12 D Daytime Running Lamps DRL 3 17 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogging and Defrosting 3 24 3 29 Delayed Headlamps 3 18 Delayed Locking 2 12 Dinghy Towing 4 32 Disarming the System 2 19 Doing Your Own Se...

Страница 415: ... Headlamp Wiring 5 87 Electrical System cont Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 87 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 87 Electronic Range Select Mode 2 29 Emergency Trunk Release Handle 2 14 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs 3 41 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 22 Battery 5 38 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 3 39 Coolant 5 24 Coolant Heater 2 25 Coolant Temperature Gage 3 39 Coolant Tempera...

Страница 416: ...ge 5 83 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 118 Flash to Pass Feature 3 9 Flat Tire 5 65 Flat Tire Changing 5 66 Fluid Automatic Transaxle 5 23 Windshield Washer 5 34 FM Stereo 3 116 Fog Lamps 3 18 Folding Seatback Passenger 1 6 Folding the Seatback 1 7 Following Distance 4 44 Front Reading Lamps 3 19 Fuel 5 5 Additives 5 7 California Fuel 5 6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 11 Filling Your Tank 5 8 Fuels in...

Страница 417: ...lease 5 12 Horn 3 7 How the System Alarm is Activated 2 19 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank 5 30 How to Check 5 58 How to Detect a Tamper Condition 2 19 How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 22 How to Turn Off the System Alarm 2 19 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 Hydroplaning 4 20 I If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 28 If Steam Is Coming...

Страница 418: ...e With the Engine Running 2 31 Liftgate 2 15 Liftgate Rack System Table 2 47 Light Air Bag Readiness 3 34 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 37 Brake System Warning 3 36 Charging System 3 35 Cruise Control 3 43 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 3 38 Enhanced Traction System ETS Active Light 3 38 Enhanced Traction System ETS Warning Light 3 37 Malfunction Indicator 3 39 Oil Pressure 3 42 Safety Belt...

Страница 419: ...e and the Environment 6 2 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 46 Making Turns 4 45 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 39 Manual Lumbar Controls 1 3 Manual Seats 1 2 Map Pocket 2 45 Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle 2 7 Message DIC Warnings and Messages 3 50 Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands Customer Assistance 7 5 Mirrors Automatic Dimmi...

Страница 420: ...Parental Control 3 96 Park P Shifting Into 2 30 Park P cont Shifting Out of 2 32 Parking Brake 2 29 Over Things That Burn 2 32 Parking on Hills 4 46 Passing 4 13 4 44 PASS Key III 2 20 PASS Key III Operation 2 20 Personalization 3 47 Plan Ahead When Possible 7 8 Playing a Cassette Tape 3 78 Playing a CD 3 56 3 67 3 80 3 91 Playing a Specific Loaded CD 3 92 Playing the Radio 3 53 3 59 3 70 3 83 Pow...

Страница 421: ...ar Seat Audio Controls 3 114 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 111 3 113 Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 96 Rear Seat Operation 1 7 Rear Seat Passengers Safety Belts 1 24 Rear Seat Radio Controls 3 112 Rear Sliding Seat MAXX Only 1 9 Rear Window Defogger 3 25 3 29 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming 2 35 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with OnStar 2 36 Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 35 Rearview Mirrors 2 35 R...

Страница 422: ... Engine While You Are Parked 2 34 S Safety Belt Pretensioners 1 30 Reminder Light 3 34 Safety Belts Care of 5 81 Driver Position 1 16 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 1 14 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 28 Rear Seat Passengers 1 24 Right Front Passenger Position 1 24 Safety Belt Extender 1 30 Safety Belt Use During Pre...

Страница 423: ...the Tone Bass Treble 3 55 Sheet Metal Damage 5 83 Shifting Into Park P 2 30 Shifting Out of Park P 2 32 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 18 Skidding 4 15 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 4 20 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems 5 79 Specifications Capacities 5 96 Speedometer 3 33 Starting Your Engine 2 23 Steering 4 11 Steering in Emergencies 4 12 Steering Tips 4 11 Steering Wheel Controls Audio 3 115 St...

Страница 424: ...Tire Balance 5 62 Wheel Replacement 5 62 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 59 To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 2 26 Top Strap 1 42 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 43 Torque Lock 2 31 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires 4 43 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 31 Towing a Trailer 4 40 Your Vehicle 4 31 Traction Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 9 Enhanced Traction System ETS Active Light 3 38 Enhanced Traction S...

Страница 425: ...een 3 99 Visors 2 17 W Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 31 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 3 50 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 7 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Washing Your Vehicle 5 81 Weight of the Trailer 4 41 Weight of the Trailer Tongue 4 42 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use 5 18 What to Do with Used Oil 5 21 What to Use 5 24 5 34 Wheels Alignment and Tire ...

Страница 426: ...3 10 Fluid 5 34 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 49 Fuses 5 87 Windshield Wipers 3 9 Winter Driving 4 26 X XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 119 XM Satellite Radio Service 48 Contiguous US States 3 59 3 70 3 83 3 116 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 16 ...

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