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Removing the Spare Tire and Tools

The tools you will need are
located in the storage
compartment at the rear of
the vehicle, on the
passenger’s side.

To remove the tools, do the following:

1. Remove the side convenience net.

2. Open the jack storage compartment by lifting up the

tab and pulling the cover off.

A. Jack
B. Strap
C. Bracket
D. Wing Nut
E. Jacking Instructions

F. Bag and Tools
G. Tire Bag and Cable

(All-Wheel Drive
(AWD) only)

3. Remove the jack and jacking tools by loosening the

wing nut and bracket.

4. Separate the plastic pouch from the jack and

remove the jacking tools, including the folding
wrench and extension, from the pouch.

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Содержание VENTURE 2004

Страница 1: ...hts Gages and Indicators 3 36 Message Center 3 50 Driver Information Center DIC 3 58 Audio System s 3 61 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 1 Towing 4 33 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 4 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 All Wheel Drive 5 48 Bulb Replacement 5 50 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 56 Tires 5 58 Appearance Care 5 97 Vehicle Ide...

Страница 2: ...ease leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 10336276 B First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 11 10 03 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when t...

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: ...lso warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the 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 reference th...

Страница 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v ...

Страница 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Страница 7: ...ear Seat Passengers 1 46 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 50 Safety Belt Pretensioners 1 52 Safety Belt Extender 1 52 Child Restraints 1 53 Older Children 1 53 Infants and Young Children 1 56 Child Restraint Systems 1 60 Where to Put the Restraint 1 63 Top Strap 1 64 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 65 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 67 Securi...

Страница 8: ...g Inflate 1 99 How Does an Air Bag Restrain 1 99 What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates 1 100 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 102 Restraint System Check 1 102 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 102 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 103 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 1 2 ...

Страница 9: ...elease the lever CAUTION You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving To make sure the seat is locked into place try to move the seat back and forth with your body 1 3 ...

Страница 10: ...r portion of the cushion up or down Lift up or push down on the whole control to move the entire seat up or down To move the whole seat forward or rearward slide the control forward or rearward Reclining Seatbacks To adjust a seatback pull up on the lever located on the outboard side of the driver s or front passenger s seats Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Push and pull o...

Страница 11: ...b because it will not 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 not 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...

Страница 12: ...in the correct order you can easily remove the seats from the vehicle When you put the seats back in the vehicle follow the label on the back of the seat for proper location Second Row Safety Belt Stowage If your vehicle has a split bench seat in the second row use the clip on the safety belt to secure the belt after it is disconnected from the mini buckle When removing the second row split bench ...

Страница 13: ...ll the way back 3 Release the rear set of hooks from the floor pins by pulling the nylon strap located at the base of the seat hang on to the strap as the seat folds forward To return the seat s to the normal position do the following 1 Push the seat back and firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear floor pins by pushing down on the rear of the seat 2 Try to raise the seat to check that it is lock...

Страница 14: ... or rearward individually The second row 40 60 split bench may be equipped with a built in child restraint See Built In Child Restraint on page 1 81 Adjusting the Split Bench Seats Second Row The second row bench seats are adjustable There are two adjustment levers on each section of the split bench seats to adjust the seat forward or rearward One is located below the center in the front of each s...

Страница 15: ...e it is locked The seatbacks on each section of the split bench seat can be either folded forward or reclined The following explains how to use the nylon strap or recliner lever to fold or recline the seatbacks To fold the seatback forward pull the nylon strap located on the rear of the seat or lift up on the recliner lever located on the front of the seatback The seatback will lock into place To ...

Страница 16: ... Removing the Split Bench Seat Make sure the seatback is in the upright position 1 For the second row split bench with the seatback in the upright position unhook the side attachment for the safety belt This mini buckle is located on the right side of the seat 2 Push the red center of the buckle with a small pointed object to remove the seat belt if needed 3 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pul...

Страница 17: ...s Do not let go of the strap until the seat is folded all the way forward 6 To unlatch the front latches squeeze the angled bar toward the straight crossbar 7 Remove the seat by rocking it slightly forward then toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out Repeat these steps for the other section of the split bench seat 1 11 ...

Страница 18: ...wearing the belt could be seriously injured After installing the seat always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Make sure the seatback is in the upright position and the safety belts are on the correct section of the seat Don t put the sections of the bench seat in so they face rearward because they won t latch that way If you want more stor...

Страница 19: ...acing the front hooks of the bench seat onto the front two floor pins 2 Make sure the bench seat is angled so that the front hooks clear the floor pins If the front legs are not attached correctly the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins 1 13 ...

Страница 20: ...ckle so that the safety belt is ready for use when a passenger uses the seat The buckle reattaches by pushing the latch into the buckle until the red center pops out again Repeat these steps for the other section of the split bench seat Bucket Seats If your vehicle has the bucket seats the seatbacks can be folded down or reclined The seats can also be adjusted forward or rearward and removed One o...

Страница 21: ...tback to be sure it is locked The seatback on a bucket seat can be either folded forward or reclined The following explains how to use either the nylon strap or the lever to fold or recline the seatback To fold the seatback forward pull the nylon strap located on the rear of the seat or lift up on the recliner lever located on the front of the seatback The seatback will lock into place To raise a ...

Страница 22: ...l on the seatback to be sure it is locked into place Removing the Bucket Seats Make sure the seatback is in the upright position The head restraints should be fully down 1 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat to fold the seatback forward 2 Slide the seat all the way back by lifting either one of the adjuster levers and sliding the seat fully rearward 3 F...

Страница 23: ...e strap or lever until the seat is folded all the way forward 4 To unlatch the front latches with the seat folded forward squeeze the angled bar toward the straight crossbar 5 Remove the seat by rocking it slightly forward then toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out This should be done in one motion 1 17 ...

Страница 24: ...ing the belt could be seriously injured After installing the seat always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Don t put the seats in so they face rearward because they won t latch that way If you want more storage room behind the seat adjust the seat by sliding it forward The bucket seats have seat position labels located on the back of the se...

Страница 25: ...ttaching correctly check that the seat is in the full rear position 3 Firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear floor pins by pushing down the rear of the seat 4 Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down 5 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat and raise the seatback until it locks upright 6 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure that it is ...

Страница 26: ... is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked To recline the seatback lift up on the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat Use the recliner lever to move the seatback to the desired position It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forw...

Страница 27: ...emoving the Captain s Chairs 1 Pull the nylon strap behind the chair to release the rear hooks from the floor pins 2 The seat can then be lifted off the front floor pins and removed from the vehicle 1 21 ...

Страница 28: ...on wearing the belt could be seriously injured After installing the seat always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Don t put the seats in so they face rearward because they won t latch that way For the second row if you want more storage room behind the seat adjust the seat by sliding it forward The captain s chairs have seat position labels...

Страница 29: ...ook the front latches over the front floor pins 2 Push the rear of the seat down to lock the rear latches onto the rear set of floor pins 3 Push and pull on the seat to be sure it is properly attached 1 23 ...

Страница 30: ...ie flush with the convenience center Folding the Seatback CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked To fold down the seatback pull up on the lever located on the back of the seat and push the seatback down until it is locked into place Push a...

Страница 31: ...if it is in the vehicle See Convenience Center on page 2 59 for more information 2 Make sure all items are off of the stowable seat 3 If the seatback is down put the seatback in its upright position before removing the seat See Folding the Seatback previously in this section 4 From behind the bench seat push up the release handles at the base of the seat to release the latches from the floor pins ...

Страница 32: ...roperly attached or twisted won t provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After installing the seat always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Do not put the stowable seat in so it faces rearward because it will not latch that way The stowable seat has to go in before the convenience cen...

Страница 33: ...f the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It tells you some things you should not do with safety belts CAUTION Do not let anyone ride where he or she can not wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you are not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the sa...

Страница 34: ...shes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed 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 Wh...

Страница 35: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 29 ...

Страница 36: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 30 ...

Страница 37: ...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 38: ...operly 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 53 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 56 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint syste...

Страница 39: ...s you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 52 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 y...

Страница 40: ...der 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 The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 34 ...

Страница 41: ...ired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing the button down to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder...

Страница 42: ...too loose It won t 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 36 ...

Страница 43: ...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 37 ...

Страница 44: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 38 ...

Страница 45: ...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 are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 39 ...

Страница 46: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 40 ...

Страница 47: ...belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle 1 41 ...

Страница 48: ...t is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 32 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt exce...

Страница 49: ...s bucket seats someone can sit in the center position bucket seat When you sit in the center position bucket seat you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor 1 Pick up the latch plate and in a single motion pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 1 43 ...

Страница 50: ...it is secure 3 Feed the lap belt into the retractor to tighten it 4 Position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 52 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 Center Passenger Position Bench Seat 1 44 ...

Страница 51: ...longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 52 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if yo...

Страница 52: ...en in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 46 ...

Страница 53: ... 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 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks In the third row if the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it 1 47 ...

Страница 54: ...tart again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 52 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 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part Third Row Outside Passenger Position 1 48 ...

Страница 55: ...juries 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 The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt 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 ...

Страница 56: ...as bucket seats in the second row there is one guide for each outside passenger position If your vehicle has a bench seat in the second row there is one guide for the driver s side outside passenger position 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 s h...

Страница 57: ...2 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 guide must be on top of the belt 1 51 ...

Страница 58: ...ch the front of the vehicle hits something Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you ll need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 103 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your deale...

Страница 59: ...lder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs 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 se...

Страница 60: ...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 Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1 50 If the child is so small that the...

Страница 61: ...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 55 ...

Страница 62: ...raints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone unless there is no other choice Instead they need to...

Страница 63: ...oes not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 1 57 ...

Страница 64: ... available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor 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 ...

Страница 65: ... 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 66: ... 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 60 ...

Страница 67: ...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 61 ...

Страница 68: ...d 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 label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or bot...

Страница 69: ... 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 restraint in a rear seat CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 70: ...llow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in 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 ...

Страница 71: ... use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed If you have an adjustable head restraint route the top strap under it Once 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 Se...

Страница 72: ... stowable bench seat is located on the passenger s side of the crossbar Use the center seating position to use the anchor bar properly If the convenience center is in the vehicle you must lift the tray sill to use the anchor Do not use a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger s position because there is no place to anchor the top strap Third Row Third Row Stowable Seat 1 66 ...

Страница 73: ...60 40 split bench seat and both second row captain s chairs This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap A Anchors B Anchors C Top tether Strap 1 67 ...

Страница 74: ... outboard bucket seats the 40 side of the 60 40 split bench seat and both second row captain s chairs CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points 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 us...

Страница 75: ...aint is forward facing attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchorage The child restraint instructions will show you how Also see Top Strap on page 1 64 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be 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 an...

Страница 76: ...t have the LATCH system you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The ch...

Страница 77: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 71 ...

Страница 78: ...facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child 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 pa...

Страница 79: ...oes not have the LATCH system you ll be using the lap belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety...

Страница 80: ...n on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 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 It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 74 ...

Страница 81: ...ldren LATCH System on page 1 67 See Top Strap on page 1 64 if the child restraint has one If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you ll be using the lap belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 75 ...

Страница 82: ... stopping 3 While holding it out run the belt through or around the child 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 1 76 ...

Страница 83: ...ul to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 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 77 ...

Страница 84: ...iously injured or killed if the 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 restraint in a rear seat If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 67 See Top Strap on page 1 64 if the c...

Страница 85: ...s say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger s air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Manual Seats on page 1 3 or Six Way Power Seats on page 1 4 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 restra...

Страница 86: ...shoulder belt back into the retractor 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 ...

Страница 87: ...ehicle To find out where a bucket seat that has a built in child restraint must be located in your vehicle see Rear Seat Operation on page 1 6 If your vehicle has this option in a 60 40 bench seat this bench seat will only fit in the second row of your vehicle In both types of seats the built in child restraint works the same way Bucket Seat 60 40 Bench Seat 1 81 ...

Страница 88: ...dren on page 1 56 A child whose weight is over 40 pounds whose height is over 40 inches or whose shoulders are above the shoulder belt slots for the harness system should be restrained in an add on booster seat appropriate for the child s size See Child Restraint Systems on page 1 60 Once the booster seat is outgrown the child should sit on the vehicle s regular seat and use the vehicle s safety b...

Страница 89: ...straint until the lower edge of the head restraint is even with the top of the seatback 2 Rotate the head restraint rearward until it touches the top of the seatback Make sure there is no gap between the lower edge of the head restraint and the top of the seatback 1 83 ...

Страница 90: ...3 Lower the child restraint cushion You will be using the child restraint s harness A to secure your child Do not use the vehicle s safety belts 1 84 ...

Страница 91: ...S ON THE USE OF THIS CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN YOUR CHILD STRIKING THE VEHICLE S INTERIOR DURING A SUDDEN STOP OR CRASH SNUGLY ADJUST THE BELTS PROVIDED WITH THIS CHILD RESTRAINT AROUND YOUR CHILD 4 Before placing the child in the child restraint add slack to the shoulder harness Pull the black shoulder harness release strap firmly At the same time pull both shoulder harness straps thro...

Страница 92: ... free of any foreign objects that may prevent you from securing the latch plates If you can not secure a latch plate see your dealer for service before using the child restraint 8 Place the other side of the harness over the child s shoulder 9 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks 10 Pull up on the latch plates to make sure they are secure 1 86 ...

Страница 93: ...ilt in child restraint harness that is not properly adjusted can cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision A harness that is loose twisted worn improperly or improperly fastened will not be able to restrain the child s upper body Make sure the harness is adjusted correctly Fastening the clip is not a substitute for adjusting the harness so that it is snug 1 87 ...

Страница 94: ...he position of the harness on the child s shoulder by moving the clip along the harness until it is level with the child s armpits On each side of the harness the shoulder part should be centered on the child s shoulder The harness should be away from the child s face and neck but not falling from the child s shoulders If you expect that the child will sleep while riding you can recline the seatba...

Страница 95: ...ten the shoulder harness clip 2 Unlatch the harness by pushing the button on the buckle 3 Move one side of the harness off the child s shoulder 4 Move the other side of the harness off the child s shoulder 5 Remove the child from the child restraint cushion 1 89 ...

Страница 96: ...nt before using the vehicle s lap shoulder belt 1 Move both latch plates and both sides of the shoulder harness clip to the bottom of the harness straps 2 Fold the child restraint cushion and leg rest up into the seatback 3 Press the child restraint cushion firmly into the seatback 1 90 ...

Страница 97: ...ate the head restraint forward and push it all the way down Just like the other restraint systems in your vehicle your built in child restraint needs to be periodically checked and may need to have parts replaced after a crash See Checking Your Restraint Systems on page 1 102 and Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 103 1 91 ...

Страница 98: ...ags are available for the driver and right front passenger If your vehicle has a side impact air bag for the driver and or the right front passenger the words AIR BAG will appear on the air bag covering on the side of the seatback closest to the door Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal air bag But these air bags must inflate very q...

Страница 99: ...severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued The side impact air bags for the driver and right front passenger a...

Страница 100: ...ining control of the vehicle Front 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 Yo...

Страница 101: ... 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 41 for more information Where Are the Air Bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 95 ...

Страница 102: ...ht front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has one the driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door 1 96 ...

Страница 103: ... bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an air bag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering Do not let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag 1 97 ...

Страница 104: ...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 Your vehicle may or may not have a side impact air bag See Air Bag Systems on page 1 92 Side impact air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes A side impact a...

Страница 105: ...ted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But the frontal air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many side impacts primarily because an occupant s m...

Страница 106: ...with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of ast...

Страница 107: ...nd diagnostic module which records information about the frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also records speed engine rpm brake and throttle data Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems Improper service can mean that an air bag ...

Страница 108: ...Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly If your vehicle has a built in child restraint also periodically make sure the harness straps latch plates buckle clip child head restraint and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts...

Страница 109: ...n damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt built in child restraint LATCH system or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt built in child restraint or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an air bag inflates you will need to replace air bag system parts See the part on the air bag system earlier in thi...

Страница 110: ... NOTES 1 104 ...

Страница 111: ... 27 Content Theft Deterrent 2 27 PASS Key III 2 29 PASS Key III Operation 2 29 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 31 New Vehicle Break In 2 31 Ignition Positions 2 32 Starting Your Engine 2 33 Engine Coolant Heater 2 34 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 36 Parking Brake 2 39 Shifting Into Park P 2 40 Shifting Out of Park P 2 42 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 43 Engine Exhaust 2 43 Running Your E...

Страница 112: ...2 59 Vehicle Personalization 2 62 Entering Programming Mode 2 62 Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting 2 63 Automatic Door Locks 2 64 Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent 2 65 Remote Driver Unlock Control 2 66 Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation 2 67 Content Theft Deterrent System 2 68 Arming and Disarming the Content Theft Deterrent System 2 69 Exiting Programming Mode 2 71 Section 2 Features...

Страница 113: ...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 114: ... Program on page 7 6 for more information If your vehicle is equipped with the OnStar system with an active subscription and you lock your keys inside the vehicle OnStar may be able to send a command to unlock your vehicle See OnStar System on page 2 47 for more information Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped the keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communicati...

Страница 115: ...y replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation You can lock and unlock your doors and the liftgate from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle UN...

Страница 116: ...or lock features With the content theft deterrent system the LOCK button may arm the system See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 27 for more details When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock your vehicle the parking lamps will flash to let you know the command has been received If you press the LOCK button again within five seconds the horn will sound and the parking lamps will fl...

Страница 117: ... on page 2 16 for more information You can operate the power sliding door s with the remote keyless entry transmitter only when the power sliding door override switch es on the overhead console is turned off See Power Sliding Door PSD on page 2 16 If your vehicle s fuel filler door is opened the driver s side power sliding door will not open completely Do not try to force the door Once the fuel fi...

Страница 118: ...o touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter 1 Insert a flat object such as a coin into the slot on the side of the transmitter and twist it to separate the halves 2 Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter Do not use the metal flanges to pop out the battery 3 Replace the battery 4 Reassemble the transmitter Make sure the halves a...

Страница 119: ... through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter To unlock the driver s door from the outside with the key insert the key and turn it toward the front of the vehicle If your vehicle has power door locks...

Страница 120: ...side push the manual lever forward Power Door Locks From the inside press the front of the power door lock switch located on either front door to unlock all doors and the liftgate With the content theft deterrent system the power door lock switch will not unlock the doors until the system is disarmed See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 27 for more details 2 10 ...

Страница 121: ...liftgate This is also true if you use the remote keyless entry transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry System on page 2 4 Last Door Closed Locking The last door closed locking feature will delay the power locking of the doors and liftgate for up to five seconds after exiting the vehicle when the power door lock switch or the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock your veh...

Страница 122: ... operate see Vehicle Personalization on page 2 62 With the automatic door locks feature you can lock or unlock the doors at any time either manually or using the power door lock switches Sliding Door Delayed Locking If either sliding door is open when you use the power door locks to lock the vehicle the sliding door that is open will not lock Normally the last door closed locking feature will be u...

Страница 123: ... Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from the inside Then get out and close the door Dual Sliding Doors To open either sliding door from outside the vehicle pull the handle out and then pull the door toward the rear If you slide the door all the way back the door will rest in a detent position To move the door forward you must first pull the ...

Страница 124: ...ward on a steep grade 15 percent or more the door may not stay open and could slam shut possibly injuring someone To make sure the door does not slam shut be sure to hold it open until everyone is clear of the door and only then allow it to slowly close 2 14 ...

Страница 125: ...2 Sliding Door Security Lock Your vehicle is equipped with a sliding door security lock that helps prevent young children or other passengers from opening the sliding door s using the inside door handle To use one of these locks do the following 1 Open the sliding door 2 On the inside of the sliding door s on the front edge of the door will be a lock Push the lever up to engage the lock 3 Close th...

Страница 126: ... Lock 1 Unlock the sliding door and open the door from the outside 2 Push the security lock lever all the way down 3 Close the door 4 Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the other door The sliding door lock will now work normally Power Sliding Door PSD If your vehicle has this feature you can open and close the sliding door s using the switches inside of your vehicle You can also operate the power slidin...

Страница 127: ...h es with the don t symbol to turn the power to the sliding door s off When the power sliding door s is off you will not be able to open the door s by using the power sliding door switch es located on the overhead console switchbank the switch in front of the driver s or the passenger s side sliding door or the remote keyless entry transmitter Notice If you leave the power sliding door on when you...

Страница 128: ...ding door s is open or in the process of closing when you shift out of PARK P a buzzer will sound This is a warning that the sliding door s is not completely closed If the power to the sliding door s is turned off the buzzer will not sound indicating the door s is not completely closed CAUTION If you shift the transaxle out of PARK P and accelerate before the power sliding door latches closed the ...

Страница 129: ...door is open If this ever happens do not try to force the sliding door When the fuel filler door is closed the driver s side sliding door can be opened normally CAUTION You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the sliding door Make sure the door path is clear before closing the door If you want to open the power sliding door s when the override switch es is turned off pull the insid...

Страница 130: ... control of the power door system If you want to close the power sliding door s when the override switch es is turned off pull the inside or outside handle or the edge of the door Move the door about 4 inches 10 cm toward the closed position and release it The door will close completely and latch for you To close the power sliding door s when the override switch es is turned on pull the inside or ...

Страница 131: ...d and securely closed 2 Turn the ignition key to OFF 3 If the power sliding door override is on press the textured end of the power sliding door override switch to turn it off 4 Remove fuse 29 from the underhood fuse block Leave it out for 30 seconds 5 Reinstall the fuse and wait 10 seconds 6 Turn the power sliding door override on by pressing the end of the switch with the override symbol on it 7...

Страница 132: ...ck to make sure the area above the liftgate is clear before opening it CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and t...

Страница 133: ...rmly shut the liftgate Don t drive with the liftgate open even slightly See Engine Exhaust on page 2 43 A message in your instrument panel cluster will warn you if the liftgate is not completely closed See Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message on page 3 46 2 23 ...

Страница 134: ...us 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 Manual Windows Use the manual cranks to open and close the front windows 2 24 ...

Страница 135: ...ss Down Window To activate the express down feature push the AUTO switch all the way down to the second position then release it The window will lower completely To stop the window from lowering all the way pull up on the front of the switch Side Window Latches The rear of each side window swings open To open pull the latch forward to release it then swing the window outward Press the center of th...

Страница 136: ...depending on how long the switch is pressed The ignition must be in RUN ACCESSORY or Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active to use the power rear quarter windows See Retained Accessory Power RAP under Ignition Positions on page 2 32 Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side Visor Vanity Mirror Your veh...

Страница 137: ...to ON The horn will sound and the parking lamps will flash for up to two minutes When the alarm is armed the liftgate may be opened with the remote keyless entry transmitter Arming with the Power Lock Switch Your alarm system will arm when you use either power door lock switch to lock the doors while any door or the liftgate is open and the key is removed from the ignition If you would like to tur...

Страница 138: ... you know the system is armed If you would like your key not to arm the system see Vehicle Personalization on page 2 62 Arming Confirmation If remote unlock confirmation is on your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know when your alarm system has disarmed If you would not like the parking lamps to flash see Vehicle Personalization on page 2 62 Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Tran...

Страница 139: ... service facility could void authorization to use this equipment PASS Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle PASS Key III Operation Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key III Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key III is a passive theft deterrent system This means you do not have to do anything different to ...

Страница 140: ...ve new keys made To program additional keys you will need two current driver s keys black in color You must add a step to the following procedure After Step 3 repeat Steps 1 through 3 with the second current driver s key Then continue with Step 4 To program the new key do the following 1 Verify the new key has PK3 stamped on it 2 Insert the ignition key in the ignition and start the engine If the ...

Страница 141: ... for the first 500 miles 805 km Do not make full throttle starts Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer on page...

Страница 142: ...ies Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed but never try to push start your vehicle D RUN This is the position to which the switch returns after you start your engine and release the ignition key This is the position for driving Even when the engine is not running you can use RUN to operate your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights E START T...

Страница 143: ...ter 2 If the engine does not start in 10 seconds push the accelerator pedal about one quarter of the way down while you turn the key to START Do this until the engine starts As soon as it does let go of the key 3 If your engine still will not start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as...

Страница 144: ... or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle At temperatures above 32 F 0 C use of the coolant heater is not required 2 34 ...

Страница 145: ...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 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 temperature...

Страница 146: ...the solenoid of the system This ensures that the system is operating properly If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish See Shifting Out of Park P on page 2 42 CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P...

Страница 147: ...y You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing may damage the transaxle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Be sure the engine is not racing when shifting your vehicle AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need more...

Страница 148: ...o use your brakes off and on Notice Driving in SECOND 2 for more than 25 miles 40 km or at speeds over 55 mph 90 km h may damage the transaxle Also shifting into SECOND 2 at speeds above 65 mph 105 km h can cause damage Drive in THIRD 3 or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D instead of SECOND 2 Notice If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster something ma...

Страница 149: ...edal with your left foot To release the tension on the parking brake cable you will need to apply about the same amount of pressure to the parking brake pedal as you did when you set the parking brake When you remove your foot from the parking brake pedal it will pop up to the released position Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damag...

Страница 150: ...he vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 41 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake with your left foot 2 To move the shift lever into PARK P do the following 2 1 Pull the lever tow...

Страница 151: ...the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Do not leave your vehicle with the engine running If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you have moved the shift lever into PARK P h...

Страница 152: ...ou can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK P when the ignition is in the OFF position In addition you must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in the RUN position See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2 36 If you cannot sh...

Страница 153: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision 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...

Страница 154: ... a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 28 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 Y...

Страница 155: ...lect the passenger s side rearview mirror Then use the control to adjust each mirror so that you can see a little of the side of your vehicle and the area beside and behind your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position If you are not adjusting either mirror leave the control in the center off position This prevents moving the mirrors accidentally once you have them adjusted B...

Страница 156: ...es look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Outside Heated Mirrors If your vehicle has the outside rearview mirrors they are heated when you activate the rear window defogger See Rear Window Defogger in Climate Control System on page 3 21 2 46 ...

Страница 157: ...ted 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 Service Agreement can be found at www onstar com OnStar Services One of the following plans is normally included for a specific duration with each vehicle equipped with O...

Страница 158: ...and informative topics such as traffic and weather reports You are able to listen and reply to your e mail through your vehicle s speakers HomeLink Transmitter HomeLink a combined universal transmitter and receiver provides a way to replace up to three hand held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators garage door openers entry door locks security systems and home lighting Addi...

Страница 159: ...e programming of your HomeLink Transmitter Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the HomeLink Transmitter Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you in programming the transmitter Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink programming It is also recommended that upon the sale of ...

Страница 160: ...l flash slowly at first and then rapidly after HomeLink successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Release both buttons 5 Press and hold the newly trained HomeLink button and observe the indicator light If the indicator light stays on constantly programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed and released To program the rem...

Страница 161: ...ming HomeLink procedures regardless of where you live replace Step 3 under Programming HomeLink with the following Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release every two seconds cycle your hand held transmitter 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...

Страница 162: ...til 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 Your vehicle s large carrying capacity can store many items If you have the extended wheelbase version you can carry even larger items You can also use the floor pins that are used to attach the seats to secure larger lo...

Страница 163: ...holders simply pull out the tray Keep the tray stowed in when not in use Your vehicle also has cupholders on the bottom inboard side of the second row driver s side captain s chairs and the seatbacks have cupholders that can be used when the seatbacks are folded forward Compact Overhead Console The front overhead console includes two reading lamps a storage compartment and a switchbank 2 53 ...

Страница 164: ...ge compartments See Storage Areas on page 2 52 Garage door opener compartment See Garage Door Opener Compartment following OnStar System buttons See OnStar System on page 2 47 Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 47 HomeLink Transmitter buttons See HomeLink Transmitter on page 2 48 If your vehicle has the HomeLink transmitter buttons they will take the place of...

Страница 165: ...the back of your garage door opener 3 Line up the button of the garage door opener with one of the four buttons on the compartment door Make sure the garage door opener button is facing down and press the opener firmly into place 4 Once the opener is installed use the black pegs inside the compartment door to make sure the lined area on the compartment door will contact the control button on your ...

Страница 166: ... its elasticity Luggage Carrier CAUTION If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier like paneling plywood a mattress and so forth the wind can catch it as you drive along This can cause you to lose control What you are carrying could be violently torn off and this could cause you or other drivers to have a collision and of course damage you...

Страница 167: ...le and against the side rails making sure to fasten it securely When you carry cargo on the luggage carrier of a proper size and weight put it on the slats as far forward as you can You can then tie it down Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 To prevent damage or loss of cargo...

Страница 168: ... may have a convenience net The convenience net is designed to help keep small loads like grocery bags from falling over Install the convenience net at the rear of your vehicle inside the liftgate To use the convenience net do the following 1 Attach the upper loops to the posts on both sides of the liftgate opening The label on the net should be in the upper left corner 2 58 ...

Страница 169: ...keep the rear exit clear Convenience Center CAUTION If any removable convenience item is not secured properly it can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to secure any such item properly Your vehicle may have a convenience center It comes with the stowable seat It provides extra storage space for the rear of the vehicle To open the convenience ce...

Страница 170: ...acing the Convenience Center 1 Make sure the stowable seat is properly installed in the vehicle See Stowable Seat on page 1 22 for more information If the stowable seat is not in the vehicle with the convenience center the convenience center will not be locked into the correct position in the vehicle 2 Make sure that the convenience center is closed 3 Lift the convenience center up and into the re...

Страница 171: ...e between the two while the stowable seat is folded down To do this flip the sill plate up and over toward the stowable seat The cover of the convenience center can be left in its upright position while the vehicle is moving The convenience center has six hooks on the inside cover for hanging items on The prop rods can hold up to 49 lbs 21 8 kg on the cover of the convenience center while in its u...

Страница 172: ...heft Content Theft Arming Disarming 2 X X X 3 X X X X X 4 X X X X X X X Entering Programming Mode To program features your vehicle must be in the programming mode Follow these steps 1 The content theft deterrent system must be disarmed See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 27 2 Remove the BCM PRGRM fuse from the instrument panel fuse block located to the right of the glove box See Fuses and Circui...

Страница 173: ...ed since then To determine the current mode or to change the mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode earlier in this section 2 Turn the interior lamps on by turning the instrument panel brightness control all the way up 3 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes indicates the vehicle s current programmed mode If you do not wish to change the cu...

Страница 174: ... on all doors will unlock automatically Shift out of PARK P with the ignition on and the driver s door closed all doors will lock automatically Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 3 The mode may have been changed since then To determine the current mode or to change the mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode on page 2 62 2 Press LOCK on the power d...

Страница 175: ...te will lock Mode 4 Both Features On This combines Modes 2 and 3 Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 4 The mode may have been changed since then To determine the current mode or to change the mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode on page 2 62 2 Press UNLOCK on the power door lock switch 3 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes in...

Страница 176: ...ince then To determine the current mode or to change the mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode on page 2 62 2 Press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter 3 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes indicates the vehicle s current programmed mode If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by ...

Страница 177: ... Horn Sounds When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock your vehicle the horn will sound and your parking lamps will flash to let you know the command has been received When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock your vehicle or operate your optional power sliding door s your parking lamps will flash to let you know the command has been received Mode 4 Exterior Lamps...

Страница 178: ...ing to the mode selection you want The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Content Theft Deterrent System This feature allows you to turn the content theft deterrent on and off Programmable Modes Mode 1 Mode 2 and Mode 4 Feature On If anyone opens a door or th...

Страница 179: ...y following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Arming and Disarming the Content Theft Deterrent System To arm or disarm the content theft deterrent system the system must be turned on by using Modes 1 2 or 4 listed previously This feature allows you to customize the arming and disarming of the content theft deterrent system Programmable Mod...

Страница 180: ...programmed to Mode 2 Mode 3 Standard Arming and Disarming The system will arm when you lock the doors using either power door lock switch while any door or the liftgate is open and the key is removed from the ignition The system will arm when you lock the doors with your key or remote keyless entry transmitter and the key is removed from the ignition The system will disarm when you unlock the door...

Страница 181: ...ton until you hear the number of chimes corresponding to the mode selection you want 7 Remove your key from the door key cylinder The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions next in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Exiting Programming Mode To exit programming mode turn the key from ACCESSORY to OFF and pu...

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Страница 183: ...Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 34 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 36 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 37 Speedometer and Odometer 3 39 Tachometer 3 40 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 41 Air Bag Readiness Light 3 41 Brake System Warning Light 3 42 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 43 Traction Control System TCS Warning Light 3 43 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 44 Malfunction Indicator Lamp...

Страница 184: ... RDS 3 61 AM FM Radio 3 62 Radio with CD Base Level 3 65 Radio with CD MP3 3 76 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 93 Entertainment System 3 108 Rear Seat Audio RSA Without Entertainment System 3 116 Rear Seat Audio RSA With Entertainment System 3 118 Theft Deterrent Feature Non RDS Radios 3 119 Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios 3 119 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 120 Radio Reception 3 121 Care of Your C...

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Страница 186: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Страница 187: ...mps Control See Exterior Lamps on page 3 16 J Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 11 K Horn See Horn on page 3 7 L Ignition Switch See Ignition Positions on page 2 32 M Climate Controls See Climate Control System on page 3 26 N Rear Fan Controls See Rear Climate Control System Without Entertainment System on page 3 29 or Rear Climate Control System With Entertainment System on page 3 32 O Cuph...

Страница 188: ... Your hazard warning flashers button is located on top of the steering column Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work 3 6 ...

Страница 189: ... wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and release th...

Страница 190: ... turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished 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 its...

Страница 191: ...r more than 3 4 mile 1 2 km a chime will sound to let the driver know to turn it off If you need to leave the signal on for more than 3 4 mile 1 2 km turn off the signal and then turn it back on Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from high to low beam or from low to high pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you and release it When the high beams are on this light on th...

Страница 192: ... well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Windshield...

Страница 193: ... of the switch Washer fluid will run down the glass as long as the switch is held in When the top of the switch is released the wiper will continue to cycle three more times There is only one washer fluid reservoir for the front and rear windshield wipers See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 38 To wash the rear window when the rear wiper is already on press the top of the switch with the wash sym...

Страница 194: ...ady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional traction control system begin...

Страница 195: ...nto 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 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Press the SET button at the end of the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 3 13 ...

Страница 196: ...get to the higher speed Press the SET button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You will begin to cruise at the higher speed Move the cruise switch from ON to R A Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A briefly and then release it Each time you do this...

Страница 197: ...hen going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed 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 do not use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control To turn off the cruise control do one of ...

Страница 198: ...k enough outside and turn off all the lamps and lights during the day except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL Parking Lamps Turning the control to this setting turns on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights 5 Headlamps Turning the control to this setting turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights 3 16 ...

Страница 199: ...gnal lamps will be on Your instrument panel will not be lit up When it is dark enough outside the exterior lamps will come on automatically When it is bright enough outside the exterior lamps will turn off and the DRL will turn on Of course you may still turn on the headlamps any time you need to If you start your vehicle in a dark garage the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately Once...

Страница 200: ...ually turn it on or off The dome lamp will come on each time you open a door unless you turn on the interior lamps override feature See Interior Lamps Override earlier in this section Entry Lighting With entry lighting the interior of your vehicle is illuminated so that you can see inside before you enter your vehicle The lamps will come on for 40 seconds if you unlock your door using your key or ...

Страница 201: ...ote keyless entry transmitter Lock all doors using the power door lock switch or the key To turn the delayed lighting feature off or on see Vehicle Personalization on page 2 62 Exit Lighting With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on for about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ignition If you turn the ignition key to RUN or ACCESSORY the lamps will fade out The lamps will als...

Страница 202: ...or off press the lens of the lamp There is also a reading lamp in the second row integrated with the dome lamp To turn the second row reading lamp on or off press the button next to the lamp lens Rear reading lamps will not turn on if the interior lamps override switch is on See Interior Lamps Override earlier in this section Cargo Lamp The cargo lamp is located in the rear of your vehicle above t...

Страница 203: ...witchbanks located in the front of the vehicle The switches will vary with the options that are on your vehicle Instrument Panel Switchbank The instrument panel switchbank is located in the instrument panel below the comfort controls This switchbank may include the following Rear Fan Knob See Rear Climate Control System Without Entertainment System on page 3 29 or Rear Climate Control System With ...

Страница 204: ... Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA system is designed to help you park while the vehicle is in REVERSE R It operates only at very low speeds less than 3 mph 5 km h URPA can help make parking easier and to help you avoid colliding with objects such as parked vehicles The URPA system can detect objects up to 5 feet 1 5 m behind the vehicle and tell you how close these objects are from your rear bu...

Страница 205: ...and when you back up you could strike children pedestrians bicyclists or pets behind you and they could be injured or killed Whether or not you are using rear park assist always check carefully behind your vehicle before you back up and then watch closely as you do URPA can be turned off by pressing the rear park aid disable switch located in the overhead console switchbank While the system is dis...

Страница 206: ...at are above liftgate level In order for the rear sensors to recognize an object it must be within detection range behind the vehicle When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The light may flash red when the vehicle is in REVERSE R if the ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean So be sure to keep your rear bumper free of mud dirt snow ice and slush Other conditions that may affect system perfo...

Страница 207: ...ll drain the battery Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets Notice Adding any elec...

Страница 208: ...nt This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets Use this mode to send air to the rear of the vehicle Keep the area under ...

Страница 209: ...r light will come on The air conditioning compressor also comes on The recirculation mode can be used with vent and bi level modes but it cannot be used with floor defog defrost or outside air modes Temperature Control Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the air temperature inside your vehicle A C Air Conditioning Press this button to turn the air conditionin...

Страница 210: ...e floor outlets In this mode the system will automatically turn off recirculation and run the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defrost mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window REAR P...

Страница 211: ...f objects to help circulate the air inside your vehicle more effectively Rear Climate Control System Without Entertainment System Your vehicle may have a rear climate control system that allows the driver to adjust the fan speed or a rear seat passenger to set a separate temperature and adjust the fan speed for the rear seating area This system works with the main climate control system in your ve...

Страница 212: ...in the rear seating area Performing this action disables the fan knob on the switchbank To return control to that knob turn the knob out of R To direct the airflow to the rear seating area use the right knob located on the main climate control panel Select vent or bi level mode to direct air to the rear of the vehicle through the overhead outlets Select floor defog or defrost mode to direct air to...

Страница 213: ...on the control panel behind the driver s seat clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the temperature in the rear seating area only Rear Air Outlets To increase airflow through the rear floor outlets place the left bucket seat in the second row in the forward position For more information see Rear Seat Operation on page 1 6 The outlet behind the left rear seat is the cold air return outlet...

Страница 214: ... use these controls to personally adjust the temperature and the fan speed for the rear seating area The fan knob located on the switchbank must be turned to R Rear to allow the rear seat passengers to use the controls located on the control panel in the rear seating area If this fan knob is not in R when the FAN or TEMP button is pressed the rear control panel will show DISABLED To direct the air...

Страница 215: ...ear of the vehicle If it is not on the temperature in the rear of the vehicle will remain at cabin temperature If a rear seat passenger is adjusting the temperature press the TEMP button on the rear control panel Use the left arrow button to make the air cooler Use the right arrow button to make the air warmer Rear Air Outlets To increase airflow through the rear floor outlets place the left bucke...

Страница 216: ...nd dust particles Reductions in airflow which may occur more quickly in dusty areas indicate that the filter needs to be replaced early For how often to change the air filter see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 The access panel for the passenger compartment air filter is located in the back of the glove box To replace the filter do the following 1 Pull the tab located on the outer access panel u...

Страница 217: ...econd filter out 4 Replace the filters by reversing Step 3 Make sure the filters are inserted so that the sealing foam is angled in the same direction on both filters For the type of filter to use see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 12 5 Close the inner access door while squeezing the tab Be sure it is tightly closed 6 Snap the outer access panel into the back of the glove box 3 35 ...

Страница 218: ...ngine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when o...

Страница 219: ...a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically The indicator warning lights and gages are explained on the following pages United States version shown Canada similar 3 37 ...

Страница 220: ...Cluster with Tachometer 3 38 ...

Страница 221: ... designated by the word OIL in the display window The display can be toggled between the odometer the trip odometers and engine oil life by quickly pressing and releasing the trip reset button located to the right of the temperature gage The display toggles once each time the trip reset button is pressed for less than 1 5 seconds The display toggles in the following sequence Odometer Trip Odometer...

Страница 222: ...show the number of miles kilometers you drove during the last ignition cycle Once you begin driving the trip odometer will accumulate mileage For example if you have driven 5 0 miles 8 0 km since you started your vehicle and then activate the retro active reset feature the display will show 5 0 miles 8 0 km As you drive the display will then increase to 5 1 miles 8 2 km 5 2 miles 8 4 km etc Only t...

Страница 223: ...ng and the diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag Systems on page 1 84 This light will come on when you start your vehicle and it will flash for a few seconds Then the light should go out This means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have...

Страница 224: ...es on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go clos...

Страница 225: ...ake system needs service and you don t have anti lock brakes The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Traction Control System TCS Warning Light Your vehicle may have a traction control system warning light The traction control system war...

Страница 226: ...m will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down If the traction control system is affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Uni...

Страница 227: ...driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 5 25 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems Cluster with Tachometer United S...

Страница 228: ...rranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in...

Страница 229: ...still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank on page 5 7 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel c...

Страница 230: ... and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or...

Страница 231: ... empty you still have a little fuel left but you should get more soon If your fuel is low the warning message in the message center will come on See Low Fuel Warning Message on page 3 57 United States Canada Cluster with Tachometer 3 49 ...

Страница 232: ...ads half full but it took more or less than half of the tank s capacity to fill it The gage pointer may move while cornering braking or speeding up The gage may not indicate empty when the ignition is turned off Message Center The message center is located in the instrument panel cluster It gives you important safety and maintenance facts Service Traction System Warning Message If your vehicle has...

Страница 233: ...ffected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning message will come on If the traction control system warning message comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service Traction Active Message If your vehicle has the traction control system the TRACTION ACTIVE message will appear when the traction control system ...

Страница 234: ...n the message center when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working It will remain on as long as the engine is not running It should go out once the engine is running If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the charging system It could indicate that you have problems with a generator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked r...

Страница 235: ...ay also be another problem causing low oil pressure CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the m...

Страница 236: ...ce is required for your vehicle See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 and Engine Oil on page 5 13 for more information Power Sliding Door Warning Message This message will come on if the power sliding door is not completely closed and the ignition is turned to RUN or START United States Canada United States Canada 3 54 ...

Страница 237: ...and accelerate before the power sliding door latches closed the door may reverse to the open position A child or others could fall out of the vehicle and be injured Always make sure the power sliding door is closed and latched before you drive away Door Ajar Warning Message This message will come on when the ignition is turned to RUN or START and the driver s or passenger s door is open It may als...

Страница 238: ...ever driving and this message comes on and stays on you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off Your PASS Key III system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time See PASS Key III on page 2 29 for more information United States Canada United States Canada 3 56 ...

Страница 239: ...ssage is still on after putting on the full size tire you need to reset the warning message To reset the warning message turn the ignition off and then back on again If the message stays on see your dealer right away See All Wheel Drive AWD System on page 4 11 for more information Low Fuel Warning Message If your fuel is low the warning message will come on and stay on until you add fuel If the wa...

Страница 240: ...No driver information is displayed in this mode of operation Compass Temperature Mode One of eight compass readings and the outside temperature are displayed If the temperature is below 38 F 3 C the temperature reading will toggle between displaying the outside temperature and the word ICE for two minutes Trip Computer Mode In the trip computer mode pressing the MODE button cycles through the five...

Страница 241: ... the proper variance number as shown on the map is showing Press the MODE button to set the new variance zone and resume normal operation The display will show all the display segments briefly to acknowledge the change in the zone number Automatic Compass Calibration The compass is self calibrating which eliminates the need to manually set the compass When the vehicle is new the calibration proces...

Страница 242: ...ter displays available by pushing the MODE button The information will appear in the following order AVG ECON Average Fuel Economy This shows the average fuel economy since the last reset INST ECON Instant Fuel Economy This shows fuel economy for the most recent second of driving RANGE Trip Range This shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the remaining fuel The fuel economy used t...

Страница 243: ... Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS Press and hold the HR or MIN arrow for two seconds Then press HR until the correct hour appears on the display Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears on the display The time can be set with the ignition on or off Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS The radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to repr...

Страница 244: ... the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for more than four seconds until you hear two b...

Страница 245: ...ase AUDIO until BAS or TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust bass or treble to the middle position select BAS or TRE Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display To adjust both tone controls and...

Страница 246: ...and a zero will appear on the display To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position first end out of audio mode by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to time of day Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Radio Message...

Страница 247: ...correct information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Servi...

Страница 248: ... cannot determine the vehicle speed If you do not want to use automatic volume select OFF DISPL Display Press this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time Time display is available with the ignition turned off For RDS press the DISPL knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the ...

Страница 249: ...preset station Press either arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets The radio will scan only to the preset stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM six XM1 and six XM2 48 contiguous US stat...

Страница 250: ...urn the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL appears on the display Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade between the front and the rear ...

Страница 251: ...t mode If PTY times out and is no longer on the display go back to Step 1 If both PTY and TRAF are on the radio will search for stations with the selected PTY and traffic announcements If the radio cannot find the desired program type NONE will appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to ...

Страница 252: ...pear from the display until another new message is received The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view an old message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to When a message is not available from a station NO INFO will appear on the display TRAF Traffic If TRAF appears on the display the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements and whe...

Страница 253: ...L Explicit Language Channels XL on the radio display after the channel name indicates content with explicit language These channels or any others can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 Updating Updating encryption code The encryption code in your receiver is being updated and no action is required This process should take no longer than 30 seconds No Signal Loss of s...

Страница 254: ...available at this time on this channel Your system is working properly No Info Song Program Title not available No song title information is available at this time on this channel Your system is working properly No Info Category Name not available No category information is available at this time on this channel Your system is working properly No Info No Text Informational message available No tex...

Страница 255: ...icing 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 activate your service Unknown Radio ID not known should only be if hardware failure If you receive this message when you tune to channel 0 you may have a receiver fault Consult with your dealer Check XM Hardware failure If...

Страница 256: ...or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels 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 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton to go to the start of the current track if it has been playing for more than eight s...

Страница 257: ...to the start of the next track If you hold either arrow or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD DISPL Display Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing ET and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display To change the default on the display track or elapsed time press this knob until you see the display you ...

Страница 258: ...dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again There 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 the radio displays an error message write it do...

Страница 259: ...mation that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service 48 Contigu...

Страница 260: ... cannot determine the vehicle speed If you do not want to use automatic volume select OFF DISPL Display Press this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time Time display is available with the ignition turned off For RDS press the DISPL knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the ...

Страница 261: ... preset station Press either arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets The radio will scan only to the preset stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM six XM1 and six XM2 48 contiguous US sta...

Страница 262: ...pop rock and classical To return the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL appears on the display Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade be...

Страница 263: ...t mode IF PTY times out and is no longer on the display go back to Step 1 If both PTY and TRAF are on the radio will search for stations with the selected PTY and traffic announcements If the radio cannot find the desired program type NONE will appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to ...

Страница 264: ...sappear from the display until another new message is received The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view an old message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to When a message is not available from a station NO INFO will appear on the display TRAF Traffic If TRAF appears on the display the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements and ...

Страница 265: ... XL Explicit Language Channels XL on the radio display after the channel name indicates content with explicit language These channels or any others can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 Updating Updating encryption code The encryption code in your receiver is being updated and no action is required This process should take no longer than 30 seconds No Signal Loss of...

Страница 266: ...available at this time on this channel Your system is working properly No Info Song Program Title not available No song title information is available at this time on this channel Your system is working properly No Info Category Name not available No category information is available at this time on this channel Your system is working properly No Info No Text Informational message available No tex...

Страница 267: ...icing 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 activate your service Unknown Radio ID not known should only be if hardware failure If you receive this message when you tune to channel 0 you may have a receiver fault Consult with your dealer Check XM Hardware failure If...

Страница 268: ...s and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels 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 1 FLDx Previous Press this pushbutton to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played...

Страница 269: ...racks per second When you see the track number that you would like to play release the button to stop searching and to play the track TUNE Turning the TUNE knob will fast track reverse or advance through tracks The track number will appear on the display for each track DISPL Display Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing ET and the elapsed time of the track will appear ...

Страница 270: ...ssions and 255 files the player will let you access and navigate up to the maximum but all items over the maximum will be ignored Root Directory The root directory will be treated as a folder If the root directory has compressed audio files the directory will be displayed as F1 ROOT All files contained directly under the root directory will be accessed prior to any root directory folders However p...

Страница 271: ... display will not automatically show the new folder name unless you have chosen the folder mode as the default display see DISPL later in this section The new track name will be displayed File System and Naming The song name that will be displayed will be the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag then the radio will display the file name without ...

Страница 272: ...ce an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels 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 1 FLDx Previous Folder Press this pushbutton to go to the firs...

Страница 273: ...elease this pushbutton again to turn off random play NO RDM will appear on the display o SEEK p Press the left arrow to go to the start of the previous track Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track Pressing either arrow for more than two seconds will search the previous or next tracks at two tracks per second When you see the track number that you would like to play release the ...

Страница 274: ... listening to the radio The CD symbol will appear on the display when a CD is loaded Z EJT Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this button is pressed first CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the display and the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It...

Страница 275: ...orrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Servic...

Страница 276: ...cessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you do not want to use automatic volume select OFF RCL Recall Press this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time Pressing this knob with the ignition off will display the time For XM 48 contiguous US states if equipped press the RCL knob while in XM mode t...

Страница 277: ...ll hear a double beep 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 SCAN arrow again to stop scanning presets The radio will scan only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorit...

Страница 278: ...l mode CUSTOM press the AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM appears on the display Then you will be able to manually adjust the bass midrange and treble using the AUDIO knob Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adju...

Страница 279: ... search for stations with the selected PTY and traffic announcements To use the PTY interrupt feature press and hold the P TYPE button until you hear a beep on the PTY you want to interrupt with When selected an asterisk will appear beside that PTY on the display You may select multiple interrupts if desired When you are listening to a CD the last selected RDS station will interrupt play if that s...

Страница 280: ...an set up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2 2 Press the P TYPE button to activate program type select mode P TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display 3 Turn the P TYPE knob to select a PTY 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the PTY yo...

Страница 281: ...is button Brackets will be displayed around TRAF and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements press the TRAF button and the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements the radio will stop and brackets will be displayed around TRA...

Страница 282: ...L Explicit Language Channels XL on the radio display after the channel name indicates content with explicit language These channels or any others can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 Updating Updating encryption code The encryption code in your receiver is being updated and no action is required This process should take no longer than 30 seconds No Signal Loss of s...

Страница 283: ...s available at this time on this channel Your system is working properly No Info Song Program Title not available No song title information is available at this time on this channel Your system is working properly No Info Category Name not available No category information is available at this time on this channel Your system is working properly No Info No Text Informational message available No t...

Страница 284: ...icing 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 activate your service Unknown Radio ID not known should only be if hardware failure If you receive this message when you tune to channel 0 you may have a receiver fault Consult with your dealer Chk XMRcvr Hardware failure ...

Страница 285: ... inch CDs without a standard adapter CD If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section LOAD CD Z Press the LOAD side of this button to load CDs into the CD player This CD player will hold up to six CDs To insert one CD do the following 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Press and release the LOAD side of the LOAD CD button 3 Wait for the light located to the right of the slot to tu...

Страница 286: ...tarts to play the track number will appear on the display Playing a Specific Loaded CD For every CD loaded a number will appear on the display To play a specific CD first press the CD AUX button then press the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD you want to play A small bar will appear under the CD number that is playing and the track number will appear If an error appears on the displa...

Страница 287: ... two seconds RPT will appear on the display Press RPT again to turn off repeat play RDM Random With random you can listen to the tracks in random rather than sequential order on one CD or on all of the CDs To use random do one of the following To play the tracks on the CD you are listening to in random order press and release the RDM button RANDOM ONE will appear on the display Press RDM again to ...

Страница 288: ...uture listening CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio Using Song List Mode The six CD 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 CD player on and load it with at least one CD See LOAD CD listed previously in this section for mor...

Страница 289: ... to confirm that the track has been deleted 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 list on S LIST will appear on the display 3 Press and hold the SO...

Страница 290: ...lem Entertainment System Your vehicle may have a DVD entertainment system The entertainment system works with the vehicle s audio system and includes a DVD player a video display screen headphones and a remote control The entertainment system also integrates the rear climate control and rear seat audio functions Before You Drive The entertainment system is for passengers in the second and third ro...

Страница 291: ...out entirely If the system is shut off or the headphones are out of the line of sight for more than three minutes the headphones will shut off automatically to save battery life If the channel switch located on the right side is on A the headphones will play the DVD or auxiliary device See Stereo RCA Jacks later in this section for more information If the channel switch is on B the headphones will...

Страница 292: ...video game unit to the RCA jacks and turn on the auxiliary device If you want to view a DVD insert the DVD into the DVD player The system will automatically switch to DVD and start to play To switch between the auxiliary device and the DVD press the SOURCE button on the DVD player or on the remote control See DVD Player and Remote Control later in this section for more information Audio Speakers O...

Страница 293: ...sition as desired When the video screen is not in use push it up into its locked position If a DVD is playing and the screen is raised to its locked position the screen will shut off but the DVD will continue to play through the previously selected audio source Notice Directly touching the video screen may damage it Do not touch the screen See Cleaning the Video Screen later in this section for mo...

Страница 294: ...nada Regular audio CDs can also be played by the DVD player Home recorded CDs CDRs may not play in this DVD player Try the audio system CD player instead DVD Player Buttons SOURCE Press this button to switch the source for the entertainment system between the auxiliary device connected to the RCA jacks and the DVD player Pressing this button has no effect when there is no auxiliary device connecte...

Страница 295: ... press the play pause button The movie will start playing from where it was last stopped if the disc has not been ejected If the disc has been ejected the player will start playing at the beginning Ejecting a Disc Press the stop eject button on the DVD player once to stop and a second time to eject the disc If a disc is ejected from the player but not removed the DVD player will reload the disc af...

Страница 296: ...released These buttons may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews QNext RPrev Next Previous Press the up or the down arrow to select the next or the previous chapter These buttons may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews Menu Press this button to view the media menu The media menu is different on every disc Use the up down r...

Страница 297: ...There may be an experience with video distortion when operating cellular phones scanners CB radios Global Position Systems GPS two way radios mobile 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 Cleaning the DVD Player When cleaning the outside DVD faceplate and buttons use only a clean clo...

Страница 298: ...seat passengers switch the source for the main radio to a remote source the RSA will not be able to control the remote source You can operate the RSA when the main radio is off Primary Radio Controls The following function is controlled by the main radio PWR Power Press this knob twice to turn RSA off Rear Seat Radio Controls The following functions are controlled by the RSA system PWR Power Press...

Страница 299: ...rrow to go to the next track on the CD Press the down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD P SET PROG Preset Program Press this button to scan the preset radio stations set on the pushbuttons on the main radio The radio will go to a preset station stored on the pushbuttons p...

Страница 300: ...e able to control the remote source You can operate the RSA when the main radio is off The DVD or auxiliary device will always be available on channel A of the headphones All other sources are available on channel B You will not be able to listen to XM on channel B if you are listening to a DVD or an auxiliary device on channel B and vice versa RSA PWR Power Press this button to turn the system on...

Страница 301: ... This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD CD TAPE Press this button to switch between playing a CD a DVD or an auxiliary device when the headphones are on channel B If one of the devices are not loaded the system will skip over the device when this button is pressed Theft Deterrent Feature Non RDS Radios THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your vehicle ...

Страница 302: ...st forward or reverse SEEK TYPE Press this button to go to a station with the last selected PTY and the last selected PTY will appear on the display if it is not already showing If a station with the selected PTY is not found the radio will return to the original station If both PTY and TRAF are on the radio will search for stations with the selected PTY and traffic announcements PRESET Press this...

Страница 303: ...rvice XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast Just as with FM tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals causing the sound to fade in and out The radio may display NO SIGNAL to indicate interference Care of Your CDs and DVDs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight ...

Страница 304: ... out by hand If the mast is badly bent replace it Check occasionally to make sure the mast is still tightened to the fender If tightening is required tighten by hand then with a wrench one quarter turn XM Satellite Radio Antenna System The XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception Loading items onto ...

Страница 305: ...ss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 City Driving 4 22 Freeway Driving 4 23 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 25 Highway Hypnosis 4 26 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 26 Winter Driving 4 28 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 32 Towing 4 33 Towing Your Vehicle 4 33 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 34 Loading Your Vehicle 4 35 Level Control 4 40 Towing a Traile...

Страница 306: ...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 307: ...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 308: ... water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in an increasing number of U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal limit at 0 08 percent In some other countries the limit is even lower For example it is 0 05 percent in both France and Germany The BAC limit for all commercial drive...

Страница 309: ...t answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the b...

Страница 310: ... your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet 2...

Страница 311: ...t harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle may have anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid If your vehicle has anti l...

Страница 312: ...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 make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls b...

Страница 313: ...ck your first reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down may be the wrong thing to do Your wheels can stop rolling Once they do the vehicle can not respond to your steering Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rolling That could be off the road into the very thing you were trying to avoid or into traffic If you do not have anti lock use a sq...

Страница 314: ...u to safely use it again you may reengage the cruise control See Cruise Control under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 6 If this message comes on and stays on or comes on while you are driving there s a problem with your traction control system See Service Traction System Warning Message on page 3 41 When this warning message is on the TRAC OFF light will come on to remind you that the sy...

Страница 315: ...drive AWD the AWD system operates automatically without any action required by the driver If the front drive wheels begin to slip the rear wheels will automatically begin to drive the vehicle as required There may be a slight engagement noise during hard use but this is normal During heavy AWD applications the engine torque may be reduced to protect AWD system components If the vehicle is exposed ...

Страница 316: ... 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 steering and accelerati...

Страница 317: ...hese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees ve...

Страница 318: ...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 319: ...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 320: ...o slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If you have the Traction Control System remember It helps avoid only the acceleration skid If you do not have this system or if the system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your ...

Страница 321: ...n you have any doubt If you have the anti lock braking system remember It helps avoid only the braking skid If you do not have anti lock then in a braking skid where the wheels are no longer rolling release enough pressure on the brakes to get the wheels rolling again This restores steering control Push the brake pedal down steadily when you have to stop suddenly As long as the wheels are rolling ...

Страница 322: ...cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When 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 ...

Страница 323: ... wet suddenly 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 wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank fill...

Страница 324: ...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 20 ...

Страница 325: ...rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice If you drive too quickly through 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 dr...

Страница 326: ...ially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 5 53 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals 4 22...

Страница 327: ...ime and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 23 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 check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways tu...

Страница 328: ...n the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reason...

Страница 329: ...ps all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a saf...

Страница 330: ...eave 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 mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest...

Страница 331: ...r with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they 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 You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your ...

Страница 332: ...e 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 28...

Страница 333: ...d sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If you have traction control keep the system on It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road But you can turn the traction system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See If You Are Stuck...

Страница 334: ...any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can not reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of yo...

Страница 335: ...n trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can not see it or smell it so you might not know it is 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 w...

Страница 336: ...til help comes If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you do not want to spin your wheels too fast The method 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 ...

Страница 337: ...elerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that does not get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 33 Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if ...

Страница 338: ...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 25 Dinghy Towing Your vehicle was...

Страница 339: ...only two of its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Do not tow an all wheel drive vehicle if any of its wheels will be on the ground Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight 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 vehicl...

Страница 340: ...ehicle capacity weight The Tire and Loading Information label also tells you the size and recommended inflation pressure for the original equipment tires on your vehicle For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 53 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 62 If your vehicle does not have the Tire and Loading Information label the Certification Tire label shows the tire size and ...

Страница 341: ...apacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available carg...

Страница 342: ...on Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capac...

Страница 343: ... actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you d...

Страница 344: ...mething inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to Level Control On vehicles equipped with automatic level control the rear of the vehicle is automatically kept level as you load or unload your vehicle However you should still not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 You may hear the compressor operating when you lo...

Страница 345: ...lering capacity is for your vehicle you 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 acceleration braking durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That is the reason for this section...

Страница 346: ...e life of your transaxle Three important considerations have to do with weight Weight of the trailer Weight of the trailer tongue Weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 400 lbs 630 kg with up to six occupants in the vehicle or more than 2 000 lbs 900 kg with up to two occupants If you have the optional trailer towing...

Страница 347: ...e can tow And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you are using a weight carrying or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight ...

Страница 348: ...in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do remember to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you do not seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 2 37 Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the ton...

Страница 349: ...circulates the air inside your vehicle See Climate Control System on page 3 21 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you will want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearl...

Страница 350: ... cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you are turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer will not strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a tra...

Страница 351: ...life of your transaxle Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill do the following 1 Apply your regular brakes but do not shift into PARK P 2 Have someone place chocks ...

Страница 352: ...r See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid engine oil belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you are trailering it is a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hi...

Страница 353: ... 28 Power Steering Fluid 5 36 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 38 Brakes 5 39 Battery 5 42 Jump Starting 5 43 All Wheel Drive 5 48 Bulb Replacement 5 50 Halogen Bulbs 5 50 Headlamps 5 50 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 52 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 54 Replacement Bulbs 5 56 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 56 Tires 5 58 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 68 Tire Inspe...

Страница 354: ...nce 5 103 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 103 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 103 Vehicle Identification 5 104 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 104 Service Parts Identification Label 5 105 Electrical System 5 105 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 105 Headlamp Wiring 5 105 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 106 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 106 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 106 Capacities and Specifica...

Страница 355: ...e 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 contain and or emit these chemicals Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work you will want to use the proper service ma...

Страница 356: ...You could be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle Gasoline...

Страница 357: ... vehicle 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 malfunc...

Страница 358: ... 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 under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the ...

Страница 359: ... are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The fuel door is located on the driver s side of the vehicle When the fuel door is opened on a vehicle with dual sliding doors the ...

Страница 360: ... 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 Don t top off or overfill your tank and wait a few seconds after you ve finished pumping before you remove the nozzle Be careful not to spill fuel Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Veh...

Страница 361: ...ing 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 The malfunction indicator lamp SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light will come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed 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 ma...

Страница 362: ...fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things th...

Страница 363: ...orage clip The hood prop may be hot due to increased engine temperatures under the hood so be careful when handling it Use your hood prop sleeve when handling the hood prop 5 Put the end of the hood prop into the slot in the underside of the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then follow these steps 1 Lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop 2 Remove...

Страница 364: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood you ll see these items 5 12 ...

Страница 365: ...e Fluid on page 5 20 I Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 39 J Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 K Coolant Recovery Tank See Cooling System on page 5 28 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...

Страница 366: ...ains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 113 Notice Do not add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add eno...

Страница 367: ...What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things GM6094M Your vehicle s engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M 5 15 ...

Страница 368: ...urst symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area of extreme cold ...

Страница 369: ...l perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset accidentally you must change your oil at 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last oil change Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message The GM Oil Life System calcul...

Страница 370: ... or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine air cleaner filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter In...

Страница 371: ...eated correctly in the slots 7 Put the duct back on and reinstall the clamps CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flame if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air...

Страница 372: ...ce on page 6 4 for more information How to Check Automatic Transaxle Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage the transaxle Too much can mean that some of...

Страница 373: ...oot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps The dipstick is located toward the back of the engine compartment next to the brake master cylinder reservoir The dipstick has a bright r...

Страница 374: ...erally less than one pint 0 5 L Do not overfill Notice Use of automatic transaxle fluid labeled other than DEXRON III may damage your vehicle and the damages may not be covered by your warranty Always use DEXRON III labeled automatic transaxle fluid 3 After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check Automatic Transaxle Fluid 4 When the correct fluid level is obtained push...

Страница 375: ...d to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could cat...

Страница 376: ...igher When your engine is warm the level should be above the FULL COLD mark or a little higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost ne...

Страница 377: ...ap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck The radiator pressure cap is located at the front of the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Engine Overheatin...

Страница 378: ...oss in power and engine performance The temperature gage will indicate an overheat condition exists Driving extended miles km and or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided Notice After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degraded Repair the...

Страница 379: ...otection Operating Mode under Engine Overheating on page 5 25 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode under Engine Overheating on page 5 25 for information on driving...

Страница 380: ...s If the warning does not come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there is still no sign of steam idle the engine for three minutes while you re parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down Also see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode listed previously...

Страница 381: ...surface The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark If it is not you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine ...

Страница 382: ... covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you have not found a problem yet but the coolant level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant on page 5 22 for more information CAUTION Adding on...

Страница 383: ...t 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 When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the FULL COLD mark start your vehicle 5 31 ...

Страница 384: ... are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap How to Add Coolant to the Radiator Notice Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure Failure t...

Страница 385: ... press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 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...

Страница 386: ...tor with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 22 for more information about the proper coolant mixture If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve close the valve Otherwise close the valves after the radiator is filled 5 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment Housing Bypass Tube 5 34 ...

Страница 387: ...iller neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up with the vent tube 5 35 ...

Страница 388: ...9 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark 10 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank Power Steering Fluid 5 36 ...

Страница 389: ... the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the H hot mark When it s cold the level should be at the C cold mark If the fluid is at the ADD mark you should add fluid What...

Страница 390: ... 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 washer fluid tank only three quarters ful...

Страница 391: ...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 392: ...rong kind of 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 le...

Страница 393: ...s 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 If you have rear drum brakes they do not have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected...

Страница 394: ... with a maintenance free ACDelco battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage If y...

Страница 395: ... be covered by your warranty Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump s...

Страница 396: ...s and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminal locations on each vehicle You will not need to access your battery for jump starting Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal for that purpose The terminal is located under a tethered cap at the front of the underhood fuse block See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Squeeze t...

Страница 397: ... engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Neg...

Страница 398: ...s not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start ...

Страница 399: ... or Remote Positive Terminal C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positi...

Страница 400: ...dule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to de...

Страница 401: ...et an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See...

Страница 402: ... be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the front turn signal parking lamp assembly See Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps on page 5 52 3 Pull the assembly away from the vehicle 4 Unscrew the black retainer ring that holds the bulb assembly in place 5 Pull the bulb assembly straight up from the lamp housing 6 Unhook...

Страница 403: ... electrical connector Tighten the black retainer ring in place Push the bulb firmly enough so that the blue tabs hook over the tab on the bulb 8 Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp housing Be careful not to damage the bulb on the headlamp aiming bar 5 51 ...

Страница 404: ...l parking lamp assembly See Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps on page 5 52 next Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the thumbscrew attaching the front turn signal parking lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly 3 Pull the front turn signal parking lamp assembly away from the vehicle 5 52 ...

Страница 405: ... the bulb by pulling the old one out and gently pushing the new one into the lamp socket 6 Line up the tabs on the socket with the gaps in the socket holes and screw the bulb socket back into the lamp housing until a click is heard the tab popping back out Front Turn Signal Parking Lamp Front Sidemarker Lamp 5 53 ...

Страница 406: ...bly with the headlamp assembly lift up the front turn signal parking lamp assembly until the upper edge is contacting the fender 9 Fasten the front turn signal parking lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly with the thumbscrew removed in Step 2 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 1 Open the liftgate 2 Remove the two screws from the taillamp housing on the inboard side 3 Pull off the ...

Страница 407: ... Taillamp Bulb 5 Replace the bulb by pulling the old bulb out and gently pushing the new bulb into the bulb holder socket 6 Snap the bulb holder back into place making sure all retaining tabs are properly over the bulb holder tabs 7 Reinstall the taillamp assembly by inserting the outboard locating retaining pins until the lamp is seated Secure with the inboard screws 5 55 ...

Страница 408: ...es should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 12 To remove the windshield wiper blade s 1 Turn the wipers on to the lowest intermittent setting 2 Turn the ignition to...

Страница 409: ...at the connecting point of the blade and the arm up Then pull the blade assembly down toward the glass to remove it from the wiper arm 6 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you hear the release clip click into place 7 Push the release clip from Step 4 down to secure the wiper blade into place 5 57 ...

Страница 410: ...Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a poth...

Страница 411: ... molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or 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...

Страница 412: ...rformance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 72 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 68 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 LT Metric Tire 5 60 ...

Страница 413: ...sure on page 5 68 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 D 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 E Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and pla...

Страница 414: ...ial The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread C Tire Identification Number TIN The Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be c...

Страница 415: ...ation TPC Spec Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines Tire Size The following examples show the different parts of a tire size A Passenger P Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letter P as the first ch...

Страница 416: ...uction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description The service description indicates the load range and speed rating of a tire The load index can range from 1 to 279 Speed ratings range from A to Z The light truck tire size example above shows dual or single tire configurations A Light Truck LT Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letter...

Страница 417: ...ange from 1 to 279 Speed ratings range from A to Z The light truck tire size example above shows dual or single tire configurations Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa Accessory Weight This means the combined weight of optional acces...

Страница 418: ...of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Kilopascal kPa The ...

Страница 419: ...anufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure and shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 68 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 Radial Ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire bet...

Страница 420: ...sory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 Inflation Tire Pressure The Certification Tire label or Tire and Loading Information label shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehic...

Страница 421: ...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 unusual wear rotate your tires as ...

Страница 422: ...ightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 113 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to...

Страница 423: ...ze or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Certification Tire label or the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 for examples of the labels and where they can be found on your vehicle The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on ...

Страница 424: ...Tire on page 5 96 CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For...

Страница 425: ... as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highes...

Страница 426: ... it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original...

Страница 427: ... could fail suddenly and cause a crash If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains Notice Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufa...

Страница 428: ...ay be an accessory inflator kit stored in the glove box It includes a 20 foot 6 m hose with an air pressure gage and nozzle adapters CAUTION Inflating something too much can make it explode and you or others could be injured Be sure to read the inflator instructions and inflate any object only to its recommended pressure To use your accessory inflator system do the following 1 Turn the ignition to...

Страница 429: ...he system again Press the switch and the indicator light will come on Notice If you run the accessory inflator longer than 30 minutes at a time you could damage the inflator The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Run the inflator for short periods of time only After running the accessory inflator for 30 minutes wait at least 10 minutes before restarting the accessory inflator To turn of...

Страница 430: ...emove 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 the appropriate safety equipment and training The jack provided with your v...

Страница 431: ...king 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 To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side at the opposite end of the vehicle The follow...

Страница 432: ...net 2 Open the jack storage compartment by lifting up the tab and pulling the cover off A Jack B Strap C Bracket D Wing Nut E Jacking Instructions F Bag and Tools G Tire Bag and Cable All Wheel Drive AWD only 3 Remove the jack and jacking tools by loosening the wing nut and bracket 4 Separate the plastic pouch from the jack and remove the jacking tools including the folding wrench and extension fr...

Страница 433: ...re tire do the following A Hoist Shaft B Hoist Assembly C Retainer D Compact Spare Tire E Extension Chisel End F Folding Wrench 1 Attach the folding wrench to the extension and insert the chisel end on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 2 Turn the folding wrench counterclockwise to lower the compact spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wrench so the comp...

Страница 434: ...Drive Vehicle later in this section If you have a front wheel drive vehicle the hoist is used to store a full size or a flat road tire under the vehicle See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools and Storing the Flat Tire on a Front Wheel Drive Vehicle later in this section If the compact spare tire will not lower check under the vehicle to see if the tire is hanging loose and the cable end and spring u...

Страница 435: ...with AWD the underbody tire hoist assembly stores only the compact spare tire See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools later in this section for instructions To store a flat full size tire correctly see Storing the Flat Tire on an All Wheel Drive Vehicle later in this section CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the ...

Страница 436: ...ld firmly in place this lets you know that the secondary latch has released 4 Lower the jack by turning the folding wrench counterclockwise Keep lowering the jack until the compact spare tire is resting on the folding wrench 5 Grasp the compact spare tire with both hands and pull it out from under the vehicle 6 Reach under the vehicle and remove the folding wrench and jack Have the hoist assembly ...

Страница 437: ...ts but do not remove them using the folding wrench Turn the handle about 180 degrees then flip the handle back to the starting position This avoids taking the wrench off the lug nut for each turn For wheels with a wheel lock key use the wheel lock key between the lock nut and folding wrench The key is supplied in the front passenger door pocket Notice If your vehicle has wheel locks and you use an...

Страница 438: ...ehicle without positioning it correctly you could damage your vehicle When raising your vehicle on a jack avoid contact with the rear axle control arms Do not raise the vehicle yet 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...

Страница 439: ... fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 3 Attach the folding wrench to the jack and turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head a few inches 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the folding wrench clockwise in the jack Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit under the wheel well 5 87 ...

Страница 440: ...o which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the 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 5 88 ...

Страница 441: ...s accident 7 Install the compact spare tire and put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 8 Lower the vehicle by attaching the folding wheel wrench to the jack and turning the wrench counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 89 ...

Страница 442: ...s in the Index for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the index for the wheel nut torque specification 10 Do not try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare...

Страница 443: ... spare tire needs to be stored with the valve stem pointing down If the spare tire is stored with the valve stem pointing upwards its secondary latch won t work properly and the spare tire could loosen and suddenly fall from your vehicle If this happened when your vehicle was being driven the tire might contact a person or another vehicle causing injury and of course damage to itself as well Be su...

Страница 444: ...so the valve is towards the rear of the vehicle This will help when you check and maintain tire pressure in the spare 5 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the folding wrench until you feel more than two clicks This indicates that the compact spare tire is secure and the cable is tight The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened A Push and Pull B Turn Tire 6...

Страница 445: ... Bag and Tools C Jack Store the center cap or the plastic bolt on wheel covers until a full size tire is put back on the vehicle When you replace the compact spare with a full size tire reinstall the bolt on wheel covers or the center cap Hand tighten them over the wheel nuts using the folding wrench Storing the Flat Tire on a Front Wheel Drive Vehicle Follow the previously listed procedure for st...

Страница 446: ... wheels remove the small center cap by tapping the back of the cap with the extension of the shaft 3 Put the flat tire in the tire storage bag and place it in the rear storage area with the valve stem pointing toward the front of the vehicle A Cable B Liftgate Hinges C Door Striker 4 Pull the cable through the door striker and the center of the wheel 5 94 ...

Страница 447: ...portion of the liftgate hinges 6 Pull on the cable to make sure it is secure 7 Make sure the metal tube is centered at the striker Push the tube towards the front of the vehicle 8 Close the liftgate and make sure that it is latched 5 95 ...

Страница 448: ...rts of your vehicle Don t use your compact spare on other vehicles And don t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together Notice Tire chains won t fit your compact spare Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare All Wheel Drive After installing a compact ...

Страница 449: ...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 450: ...ion 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 water 2...

Страница 451: ...eaning 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 Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial ...

Страница 452: ...a clean cloth See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 11 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color 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 Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car was...

Страница 453: ... or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on your vehicle Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painte...

Страница 454: ... carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with tire 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 ve...

Страница 455: ...lorations 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 Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the followi...

Страница 456: ...ator used on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet See your General Motors parts department for these products See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 11 Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is the legal identifier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield fro...

Страница 457: ...you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 91 Headlamp Wiring The headl...

Страница 458: ...ring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If you ever have a problem on the road and do not have a spare fuse you can borrow one that...

Страница 459: ... instrument panel fuse block Fuse Usage SWC BACKLIGHT Steering Wheel Radio Control Switches Illumination PCM PASS KEY CLUSTER Instrument Cluster to PRNDL Indicators PWR MIRROR Power Remote Control Mirror Switch CRUISE Cruise Control Module Switch and Release Switch Blank Not Used PCM CRANK Powertrain Control Module PCM Ignition Crank PASS KEY PASS Key III System 5 107 ...

Страница 460: ...Heater A C Control Fuse Usage MALL CLUSTER Instrument Cluster Body Control Module Electronic Level Control ELC Sensor and Relay Theft Door Ajar STOP LAMP Stoplamp Switch CLUSTER BATT Module Electronic Brake Control Module Electronic Brake Traction Control Module EBCM EBTCM ENHANCED EVAP AWD Evaporative Emissions EVAP Canister Vent Solenoid Valve All Wheel Drive AWD Blank Not Used ELC TRAILER ELC A...

Страница 461: ...y and PCM Electronic Brake Control Module Circuit Breaker Usage HEADLAMP Daytime Running Lamps DRL Control Module Headlamp and Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch PWR SLD DR Power Sliding Door PWR WDO Front Power Windows PWR HEATED SEAT PSD Six Way Power Seats and Rear Side Door Actuator Motor FRT HVAC HI BLWR Blower Motor Hi Speed Relay Module Underhood Fuse Block This fuse block is located in the eng...

Страница 462: ...ols Hi Blower and Headlamp Fuses Instrument Panel Hazard and Stoplamp PASS Key 4 Circuit Breaker Power Seat and Power Sliding Door Fuses Instrument Panel Electronic Level Control and Rear Defogger Trailer Fog Lamps 5 Ignition Switch to Fuses Instrument Panel ABS TCS Ignition Cruise DRL Electronic PRNDL Ignition 1 AWD PSD Air Bag Turn Signal and Powertrain Control Module IGN MAIN Relay Underhood Fu...

Страница 463: ...6 19 Not Used 20 Not Used 21 Evaporative Emissions EVAP Canister Purge Valve Heated Oxygen Sensors 1 and 2 Mass Air Flow MAF Sensor Fuse Usage 22 Not Used 23 Not Used 24 Not Used 25 Ignition Control Module ICM 26 Not Used 27 Transaxle Range Switch to Back up Lamps 28 A C Clutch Relay to A C Compressor Clutch Oil 29 Driver Information Display Heater A C Control Radio Rear LH and RH Side Door Actuat...

Страница 464: ...Panel Dimmer Switch Theft Deterrent Relay to Headlamps 38 Not Used 39 AIR 40 Mini Fuse Puller Air Conditioning Clutch Diode Relay Usage 9 Right Fan 1 Left Fan 2 10 Left Fan 2 11 Fuses A C Clutch Ignition 1 U H Electronic Ignition TCC Injectors 12 Right Fan 1 Left Fan 2 13 A C Clutch 14 Fuel Pump 15 Not Used 16 Horn 17 Left Fog Lamp Right Fog Lamp Fog Lamp Indicator 5 112 ...

Страница 465: ...6 12 for more information Application Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant Systems Front A C Front and Rear A C 1 7 lbs 2 2 lbs 0 8 kg 1 0 kg Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement Complete Overhaul 7 4 quarts 10 0 quarts 7 0 L 9 5 L AWD Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement Complete Overhaul 8 7 quarts 10 8 quarts 8 3 L 10 3 L 5 113 ...

Страница 466: ...ol 9 6 quarts 11 9 quarts 9 1 L 11 3 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 0 quarts 3 8 L Fuel Capacity Regular Extended 19 5 gallons 25 1 gallons 74 0 L 95 0 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 ft lb 140 Y Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap V6 E Automatic 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 5 114 ...

Страница 467: ...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 14 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 15 Maintenance Record 6 16 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Страница 468: ... vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition be sure to maintain your vehicle properly Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working cond...

Страница 469: ...qualified technician do the work Some maintenance services can be complex So unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should have your GM Goodwrench dealer do these jobs When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts If you want to get servi...

Страница 470: ... the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the change engine oil message appears certain services checks and inspections are required Required services are described in the following for Maintenance I and Maintenance II Generally it is recommended that your first service be Maintenance I y...

Страница 471: ...flation pressures and wear See Tires on page 5 58 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 wiper blades See footnote d Inspect...

Страница 472: ... 25 000 41 500 50 000 83 000 75 000 125 000 100 000 166 000 125 000 207 500 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 An Emission Control Service Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transaxle fluid a...

Страница 473: ...or to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the suspension steering linkage transaxle shift linkage and the underbody contact points and linkage a Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc bra...

Страница 474: ... assemblies secondary latches pivots spring anchor and release pawl hood and door hinges rear folding seats liftgate hinges fuel door hinge power sliding door cable and sliding door track s More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak g If...

Страница 475: ...etails 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 22 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check...

Страница 476: ...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 477: ...gular 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 478: ...ine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 22 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transaxle DEXRON III Automat...

Страница 479: ...or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood and Door Hinges Rear Folding Seat Fuel Door Hinge Liftgate Hinges Power Sliding Door Cable Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Sliding Door Track Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Categor...

Страница 480: ...aler Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 25099149 A1208C Engine Oil Filter 25010792 PF47 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Kit 52482929 Spark Plugs 12568387 41 101 Windshield Wiper Blades Length Type 24 0 inches 60 0 cm Shepherd s Hook Wiper Blade Backglass Length Type 16 0 inches 40 6 cm Shepherd s Hook 6 14 ...

Страница 481: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 15 ...

Страница 482: ...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 16 ...

Страница 483: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Страница 484: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Страница 485: ...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 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 12 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 13 Section 7 Customer Assist...

Страница 486: ...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 487: ...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 488: ...nd GM dealers for service nationwide Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members United 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 u...

Страница 489: ...h Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada Customer Assistance 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 cont...

Страница 490: ...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 491: ...ing to the Roadside Assistance Representative Your name home address and home telephone number Telephone number 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 a...

Страница 492: ...rranty repairs Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehicle requires warranty service you should contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs 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...

Страница 493: ...im amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum of 30 00 a day and must be supported by receipts This requires that you sign and complete...

Страница 494: ...the Courtesy Transportation Program Please consult your dealer for details General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle like other modern mot...

Страница 495: ...will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than with the consent of the vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request of police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of litigation through the discovery process or as required by law In addition once GM collects or receives data GM may use...

Страница 496: ...rtment of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada 330 S...

Страница 497: ...nformation needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle In Canada information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1 800 GM DRIVE 1 800 463 7483 Owner s Information Owner publications are written specifically for owne...

Страница 498: ...6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to...

Страница 499: ...48 5 96 All Wheel Drive Disable Warning Message 3 57 All Wheel Drive AWD System 4 11 AM 3 121 AM FM Radio 3 62 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 122 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 122 Anti lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 43 Appearance Care 5 97 Care of Safety Belts and Built in Child Restraint Harness 5 100 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 103 Cleaning the Inside of Your ...

Страница 500: ...atic Transaxle Fluid 5 20 Operation 2 36 B Backing Up 4 46 Battery 5 42 Battery Replacement 2 8 Battery Run Down Protection 3 21 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 25 Before You Drive 3 108 Bench Seat Split 1 8 Brake Parking 2 39 System Warning Light 3 42 Brake Fluid 5 39 Brake Wear 5 41 Brakes 5 39 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 9 Break In New Vehicle 2 31 Bucket Seats Rear 1 14 Built in Child...

Страница 501: ...4 Checking Engine Oil 5 13 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 103 Child Restraints Built In Child Restraint 1 81 Child Restraint Systems 1 60 Infants and Young Children 1 56 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 67 Older Children 1 53 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 69 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position ...

Страница 502: ...terrent System Arming and Disarming 2 69 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Convenience Center 2 59 Convenience Net 2 58 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 44 Engine Temperature Warning Message 3 52 Heater Engine 2 34 Cooling System 5 28 Cruise Control 3 12 Cupholder s 2 53 Current and Past Model Order Forms 7 14 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Customer Assistance for Text Telepho...

Страница 503: ...Closed Locking 2 11 Locks 2 9 Power Door Locks 2 10 Power Sliding Door 2 16 Power Sliding Warning Message 3 54 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 12 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 32 Driver Information Center DIC 3 58 Driving At Night 4 17 City 4 22 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 2 Freeway 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 26 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 Winter 4 28 Driving on Grades 4 47 Driving on Snow o...

Страница 504: ...Drive Belt Routing 6 15 Engine Compartment Overview 5 12 Exhaust 2 43 Oil 5 13 Overheating 5 25 Starting 2 33 Engine Oil Additives 5 16 Engine Specifications 5 114 Entering Programming Mode 2 62 Entertainment System 3 108 Entry Lighting 3 18 Erasing HomeLink Buttons 2 51 Event Data Recorders EDR 7 10 Exit Lighting 3 19 Exiting Programming Mode 2 71 Express Down Window 2 25 Extender Safety Belt 1 5...

Страница 505: ...lling Your Tank 5 7 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 6 Gage 3 49 Gasoline Octane 5 4 Gasoline Specifications 5 5 Low Warning Message 3 57 Fuses Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 106 Windshield Wiper 5 106 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature 3 44 Fuel 3 49 Speedometer 3 39 Tachometer 3 40 Garage Door Opener 2 48 Garage Door Opener Compartment 2 55 Gasoline Octane 5 4 Specifications 5 5 Gate Operator and Canad...

Страница 506: ...Power Steering Fluid 5 37 How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 18 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 32 Hydroplaning 4 21 I If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 27 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 26 If the Light Is Flashing 3 47 If the Light Is On Steady 3 47 If You Are Caught in a Blizzard 4 30 If You Are Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 32 If You Do ...

Страница 507: ...rol 4 40 Liftgate 2 22 Light Air Bag Readiness 3 41 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 43 Brake System Warning 3 42 Malfunction Indicator 3 45 Safety Belt Reminder 3 41 TCS Warning Light 3 43 Traction Control System TCS Warning 3 43 Lighted Vanity Mirror 2 26 Loading Your Vehicle 4 35 Lockout Deterrent 2 65 Lockout Protection 2 13 Locks Automatic Door 2 64 Door 2 9 Last Door Closed Locking 2 11 Leav...

Страница 508: ... Manual Seats 1 3 Manual Windows 2 24 Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle 2 7 Message All Wheel Drive Disable Warning 3 57 Center 3 50 Change Engine Oil 3 54 Charging System Indicator 3 52 Door Ajar Warning 3 55 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 3 52 Low Fuel Warning 3 57 Low Oil Pressure 3 53 PASS Key III Security 3 56 Power Sliding Door Warning 3 54 Rear Hatch Ajar Warning 3 56 Service Tract...

Страница 509: ...irror 2 46 Heated Mirrors 2 46 Power Mirrors 2 45 Overhead Console 2 54 Overhead Console Switchbank 3 22 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 26 Overseas Customer Assistance 7 5 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 Owners Canadian ii Owner s Information 7 13 P Park Aid 3 22 Park P Shifting Into 2 40 Shifting Out of 2 42 Parking Assist 3 22 Brake 2 39 Over Things That Burn 2 43 Parking on Hills 4...

Страница 510: ... 2 65 2 66 2 67 2 68 2 69 Programming Mode Entering 2 62 Exiting 2 71 Programming the HomeLink Transmitter 2 49 Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 1 31 R Radiator Pressure Cap 5 25 Radio Data System RDS 3 65 3 77 3 93 Radio Messages 3 64 3 71 3 83 3 100 Radios 3 61 AM FM Radio 3 62 Care of Your CD and DVD Player 3 122 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 3 121 Radio with CD 3 65 3 76 Radio with Six D...

Страница 511: ... Unlock Confirmation 2 67 Remote Power Sliding Door Operation 2 7 Removing the Bucket Seats 1 16 Removing the Captain s Chairs 1 21 Removing the Child from the Built In Child Restraint 1 89 Removing the Convenience Center 2 60 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 85 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 80 Removing the Split Bench Seat 1 10 Removing the Stowable Seat 1 25 Removing ...

Страница 512: ... 100 Center Passenger Position 1 43 1 44 Driver Position 1 32 Safety Belts cont How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 32 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 1 31 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 50 Rear Seat Passengers 1 46 Right Front Passenger Position 1 42 Safety Belt Extender 1 52 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 42 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 1 27 Safety ...

Страница 513: ...Systems RDS 3 61 Setting the Tone Bass Treble 3 63 3 68 3 80 3 96 Sheet Metal Damage 5 102 Shifting Into Park P 2 40 Shifting Out of Park P 2 42 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 35 Side Window Latches 2 25 Skidding 4 16 Sliding Door Delayed Locking 2 12 Sliding Door Lock 2 14 Sliding Door Power 2 16 Sliding Door Security Lock 2 15 Sliding Doors Dual 2 13 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 4 22 Special F...

Страница 514: ...Size 5 63 Tire Terminology and Definitions 5 65 Tires 5 58 Buying New Tires 5 71 Chains 5 75 Changing a Flat Tire 5 78 Compact Spare Tire 5 96 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 78 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 68 Inspection and Rotation 5 69 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 72 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 74 Wheel Replacement 5 74 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 71 To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 2 35 Top St...

Страница 515: ...ing an MP3 CD 3 88 Using Cleaner on Fabric 5 98 Using HomeLink 2 51 Using Song List Mode 3 106 V Vehicle Control 4 6 Damage Warnings iv Loading 4 35 Symbols iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 10 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 104 Service Parts Identification Label 5 105 Vehicle Personalization 2 62 Arming and Disarming the Content Theft Deterrent System 2 69 Automatic Door ...

Страница 516: ...nge Engine Oil GM Oil Life System 5 17 When to Check 5 69 When to Check and Change Automatic Transaxle Fluid 5 20 When to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 37 When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 18 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 4 48 Where to Put the Restraint 1 63 Why Safety Belts Work 1 28 Windows 2 24 Manual 2 24 Power 2 25 Power Rear Quarter 2 26 Side Window Latches...

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