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Climate Controls

Climate Control System

The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can
be controlled with this system.

A. Temperature Control
B. Fan Control
C. Air Delivery Mode

Control

D. Air Conditioning (A/C)
E. Recirculation
F. Rear Window

Defogger

A. Temperature Control
B. Fan Control
C. Air Delivery Mode

Control

D. Rear Window

Defogger

E. Outside Air/

Recirculation

Climate Control System with Heater and

Air Conditioning

Climate Control System with Heater Only

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Содержание 2009 G3

Страница 1: ...ghts Gages and Indicators 3 23 Audio System s 3 38 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and the Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 28 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things U...

Страница 2: ...tures symbols and words work together to explain vehicle operation Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your d...

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

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

Страница 5: ...9 Where to Put the Restraint 1 42 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 51 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position...

Страница 6: ...operly there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck spinal injury in a crash Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly Adjust the head...

Страница 7: ...located on the top of the seatback and push the restraint down Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place The head restraints are not designe...

Страница 8: ...t 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 Pull up and hold the bar located under the front of the se...

Страница 9: ...t of the seat cushion and rearward to lower it Manual Lumbar On vehicles with front seat manual lumbar the adjustment lever is located on the outboard side of the seatback Move the lever up or down to...

Страница 10: ...tting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked The seats have manual reclining seatbacks The lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seats To re...

Страница 11: ...front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not...

Страница 12: ...belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 1 Remove the safety b...

Страница 13: ...ckle by inserting the ignition key into the slot in the mini buckle pressing the release button and allowing the belt to retract 5 Pull up the release knob located on top of either of the rear seatbac...

Страница 14: ...on 4 To reattach the center seat safety belt to the mini buckle pull it from the retractor 5 Push the latch plate at the end of the safety belt strap into the mini buckle until the mechanism clicks Ma...

Страница 15: ...elease button and allowing it to retract 4 Pull up the release knob located on the top of the seatbacks and fold the seatbacks forward and down Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still f...

Страница 16: ...flip it forward 8 Clip the hook to the front seat head restraint to keep the rear seat secure Unfolding the Seats To return the rear seats to the normal seating position 1 Unclip the hook from the fro...

Страница 17: ...ake sure it is locked in place 4 Hook the safety belts in the outboard seating positions into the retaining clips CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will...

Страница 18: ...irmly on the top of the seatbacks until they latch securely in the fully upright position Safety Belts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts p...

Страница 19: ...Reminders on page 3 26 for additional information In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law requires wearing safety belts Here is why You never know if you will be in a crash If you do hav...

Страница 20: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 16...

Страница 21: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 17...

Страница 22: ...el or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make...

Страница 23: ...lts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and oth...

Страница 24: ...ut of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt there is important information you should kn...

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

Страница 26: ...tection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal in...

Страница 27: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not on the pelvic bones This could cause s...

Страница 28: ...red if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and...

Страница 29: ...houlder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not a...

Страница 30: ...sh you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then...

Страница 31: ...ss 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...

Страница 32: ...e seat is adjustable so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 2 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you...

Страница 33: ...e button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 5 If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster move it to the height that is right for you See Shoulder Belt...

Страница 34: ...ght front passenger seating positions Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on the shoulder The belt should be away from the face and neck but not falling off the shou...

Страница 35: ...arts for the vehicle s safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 73 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like...

Страница 36: ...ll be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securin...

Страница 37: ...yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provid...

Страница 38: ...two children to wear the same safety belt The safety belt can not properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A safety belt must be used...

Страница 39: ...properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might also slide under the lap...

Страница 40: ...ty belts Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designe...

Страница 41: ...ing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a re...

Страница 42: ...e a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular ch...

Страница 43: ...rotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash young children should always be secured in appropriate ch...

Страница 44: ...B provides restraint for the child s body with the harness A booster seat C D is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system A booster seat can also help a child...

Страница 45: ...on A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint whi...

Страница 46: ...very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward p...

Страница 47: ...g positions If you use two child restraints A in the rear outside seating positions the safety belt for the center rear seat position B will not be accessible Therefore you will not be able to secure...

Страница 48: ...ust also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATC...

Страница 49: ...child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward...

Страница 50: ...low the labels to access each lower anchor To assist you in locating the top tether anchors the top tether anchor symbol is located on the cover For sedan models the top tether anchors are located und...

Страница 51: ...anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national...

Страница 52: ...an one child restraint to a single anchor Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others c...

Страница 53: ...anufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attach...

Страница 54: ...ual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has a headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and i...

Страница 55: ...the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top...

Страница 56: ...late will not go fully into the buckle see if you are using the correct buckle Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary 4 Pull t...

Страница 57: ...he child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 If your child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and T...

Страница 58: ...Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously i...

Страница 59: ...he top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top t...

Страница 60: ...latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessa...

Страница 61: ...the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push...

Страница 62: ...th seat mounted side impact airbags the word AIRBAG will appear on the side of the seatback closest to the door Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Even though t...

Страница 63: ...rbags CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children...

Страница 64: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 60...

Страница 65: ...properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and...

Страница 66: ...vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle the air...

Страница 67: ...hardware are all part of the airbag module Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel For vehicles with seat mounted side impact airbags there are airbag module...

Страница 68: ...does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other brea...

Страница 69: ...information after a crash See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy on page 7 16 and Event Data Recorders on page 7 17 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag system Improper service can mean...

Страница 70: ...safety belts A label on the sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear...

Страница 71: ...27 The passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag if equipped anytime the system senses that a person of a...

Страница 72: ...eat Position on page 1 54 5 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjus...

Страница 73: ...ble the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag if equipped 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers...

Страница 74: ...ions that can affect how the system operates CAUTION Stowing of articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the pass...

Страница 75: ...fort enhancing pad or device installed under or on top of the seat fabric could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system This could either prevent proper deployment of the pas...

Страница 76: ...the safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 26 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 5 82 Airbags The airbag system do...

Страница 77: ...y belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer retailer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If the vehicle has the LATCH syste...

Страница 78: ...NOTES 1 74...

Страница 79: ...n 2 16 Ignition Positions 2 17 Starting the Engine 2 18 Engine Heater 2 19 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 20 Manual Transmission Operation 2 24 Parking Brake 2 26 Shifting Into Park Automatic Tran...

Страница 80: ...e move The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with child...

Страница 81: ...itions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device This device complies with RS...

Страница 82: ...of the doors The hazard lamps flash twice to indicate that unlocking has occurred and that the theft deterrent system is deactivated If the doors are not opened within 30 seconds the doors will lock...

Страница 83: ...you press the buttons Notice When replacing the battery do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter Static from your body could damage the transmitter To replace the battery 1 Remove the scr...

Страница 84: ...m the outside use your key or the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 4 To manually unlock the front doors from the outside insert the key and...

Страница 85: ...security locks are engaged could damage your vehicle Do not pull the inside door handle while the rear door security locks are engaged The rear doors on the vehicle cannot be opened from the inside w...

Страница 86: ...outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Control System in the Index If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function For more informati...

Страница 87: ...n or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk enabling them to open th...

Страница 88: ...em in the Index If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 2 30 To open the liftgate on...

Страница 89: ...e with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a ve...

Страница 90: ...ously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent uninten...

Страница 91: ...e theft is big business especially in some cities This vehicle has theft deterrent features however they do not make it impossible to steal Immobilizer This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rul...

Страница 92: ...ere may be a problem with the theft deterrent system Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not start and the key appears to be undamaged try another key At this time you may als...

Страница 93: ...continuously to indicate that the theft deterrent system is armed The security light is located on the center of the instrument panel near the clock To avoid activating the alarm by accident do one of...

Страница 94: ...ps flash once when you press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter the theft deterrent system alarm was activated while you were away Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle...

Страница 95: ...n insert or remove the key The steering can bind with the wheels turned off center If this happens move the steering wheel from right to left while turning the key to ACC ACCESSORY If this doesn t wor...

Страница 96: ...h try to help avoid draining the battery or damaging the starter 2 If the engine does not start wait about 15 seconds and try again Wait about 15 seconds between each try When the engine has run about...

Страница 97: ...rounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 1...

Страница 98: ...oll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will...

Страница 99: ...N Neutral In this position the engine does not connect with the wheels To restart the engine while the vehicle is already moving use N Neutral only Also use N Neutral when the vehicle is being towed C...

Страница 100: ...65 mph 105 km h or you can damage the transmission Use D4 Automatic Overdrive as much as possible Do not shift into 2 Second unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or you can damage the engi...

Страница 101: ...rn to normal automatic transmission operation The HOLD light will light up on the instrument panel cluster See Hold Mode Light on page 3 30 When hold mode is activated the transmission runs as follows...

Страница 102: ...ch pedal back down Then shift into 1 First 2 Second Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into 2 Second Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accele...

Страница 103: ...kip a gear when you downshift you could lose control of the vehicle You could injure yourself or others Do not shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift Up Shift Light If you have a m...

Страница 104: ...g Light on page 3 28 To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake leve...

Страница 105: ...If you can leave the vehicle with the ignition key in your hand the vehicle is in P Park Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running Automatic Transmission CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave the veh...

Страница 106: ...rking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift l...

Страница 107: ...fixed as soon as you can Parking the Vehicle Manual Transmission Before leaving the vehicle do the following 1 Hold the brake pedal down and firmly apply the parking brake 2 Fully press in the clutch...

Страница 108: ...unnels deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicle s exhaust system has b...

Страница 109: ...n be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engin...

Страница 110: ...rd for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use Outside Manual Mirrors Adjust the mirrors to see a little of the side of your vehicle Controls for the outside manual mirrors are located next to each...

Страница 111: ...o fold push the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return to its original position Outside Convex Mirror CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away...

Страница 112: ...ve box literature Some services such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance may not be available until the owner of the vehicle registers with OnStar After the first prepaid year...

Страница 113: ...mands Hands Free Calling is fully integrated into the vehicle and can be used with OnStar Pre Paid Minute Packages Most vehicles include 30 trial minutes good for 60 days Hands Free Calling can also b...

Страница 114: ...ity and reception when the service is needed and technology that is compatible with the OnStar service Not all services are available everywhere particularly in remote or enclosed areas or at all time...

Страница 115: ...ft up on the glove box lever to open it Cupholders Two cupholders are located in the center instrument panel below the climate control system To use the cupholder push in on the cover then pull it out...

Страница 116: ...to the vent position open the sunshade Then press and hold the driver side of the switch To close the sunroof press and hold the passenger side of the switch until the sunroof reaches the desired pos...

Страница 117: ...ssory Power Outlet s 3 16 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 17 Clock 3 17 Climate Controls 3 18 Climate Control System 3 18 Outlet Adjustment 3 21 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 22 Warning Lights...

Страница 118: ...g Lamps DRL Indicator Light 3 36 Door Ajar Light 3 36 Fuel Gage 3 37 Low Fuel Warning Light 3 37 Audio System s 3 38 AM FM Radio 3 39 Radio with CD 3 44 Using an MP3 3 51 XM Radio Messages 3 54 Audio...

Страница 119: ...NOTES 3 3...

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

Страница 121: ...page 3 17 D Hood Release on page 5 11 E Horn on page 3 6 F Audio System s on page 3 38 G Climate Control System on page 3 18 H Ashtray See Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter on page 3 17 I Cupholders on...

Страница 122: ...again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on the turn signals will not work Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn Tilt Wheel A ti...

Страница 123: ...own 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...

Страница 124: ...es on while the high beams are on and the ignition is turned to ON RUN Pull the lever towards you to return to low beams Flash to Pass This feature is used to signal to the vehicle ahead that you want...

Страница 125: ...needed hold the band toward INT longer Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they are frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If the blades become damaged get n...

Страница 126: ...uid level if either washer is not working See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 31 Cruise Control For vehicles with cruise control a speed of about 24 mph 39 km h or more can be maintained without kee...

Страница 127: ...CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise...

Страница 128: ...button and then release it Each time this is done the vehicle goes about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature only works after the cruise control is turned on by pressing the SET button Reduci...

Страница 129: ...the left side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps The exterior lamp band has three positions 3 Headlamps Turns on the headlamps together with the following Taillamps License Plate Lamp...

Страница 130: ...nless the exterior lamps control is turned to the parking lamp or headlamp position The DRL system turns off when one of the following conditions are met The ignition is off The parking brake is on Th...

Страница 131: ...to the left of the steering column Turn the thumbwheel to brighten or dim the lights Dome Lamp The vehicle has a dome lamp ON The light comes on and stays on O Door The light comes on when a door is...

Страница 132: ...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 retailer for additional information on accessory p...

Страница 133: ...from overheating may occur to the lighter or heating element Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating Clock There is a digital clock located in the center of the instrument panel above t...

Страница 134: ...rature Control B Fan Control C Air Delivery Mode Control D Air Conditioning A C E Recirculation F Rear Window Defogger A Temperature Control B Fan Control C Air Delivery Mode Control D Rear Window Def...

Страница 135: ...irected to the floor outlets with some air directed to the rear outlets Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow the flow of air to the rear compartment Defog This mode clears the windows of...

Страница 136: ...rom the air so a small amount of water might drip under the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine This is normal Recirculation This mode recirculates and helps to quickly cool the air i...

Страница 137: ...er turns off about 10 minutes after the button is pressed The defogger can also be turned off by turning the engine off Notice Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you...

Страница 138: ...len and dust are removed by the filter The air cleaner filter may need to be changed periodically To change the passenger compartment air filter use the following steps 1 Open the glove box halfway do...

Страница 139: ...s come on when there may be or is a problem with one of the vehicle s functions Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gages can indicate when ther...

Страница 140: ...cates how fast the vehicle is going how much fuel is being used and many other things needed drive safely and economically The vehicle s instrument panel cluster includes indicator warning lights and...

Страница 141: ...located in the lower right area of the speedometer Press the reset button to tell how many miles or kilometers have been recorded on either Trip A or Trip B since the trip odometer was last set back t...

Страница 142: ...m The system check includes the airbag sensor the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the airbag system see Airbag System on page 1 58 This li...

Страница 143: ...tatus indicator it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag if equipped are enabled may inflate If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger...

Страница 144: ...on turn off all accessories such as the radio and air conditioner to help reduce the drain on the battery Up Shift Light The vehicle may have an up shift light When this light comes on shift to the ne...

Страница 145: ...ed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will also come on when the parking brake is set The light will stay on if the parking brake...

Страница 146: ...ning light is also on the antilock brakes will not work and there is a problem with the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 28 The ABS warning light will come on briefly when the i...

Страница 147: ...ures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System When the Light is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated Stop and check the tires as soon as it is safe to...

Страница 148: ...If the vehicle is continually driven with this light on after a while the emission controls might not work as well the vehicle s fuel economy might not be as good and the engine might not run as smoo...

Страница 149: ...sphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off If the vehicle has been driven through a deep puddle of water the vehicle s electrical system might be wet The cond...

Страница 150: ...esigned to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This can take several days of routine driving If this has been done and the vehicle still does not pass the inspection for l...

Страница 151: ...ave an engine oil life system that indicates when the oil needs to be changed When the change engine oil light comes on it means that the engine oil needs to be changed Once the engine oil has been ch...

Страница 152: ...gh beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 8 for more information Daytime Running Lamps DRL Indicator Light This light turns on whenever the Daytime Running Lamps are on...

Страница 153: ...age reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the fuel tank was half full but it actually took a little more or les...

Страница 154: ...tings To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving do the following while the vehicle is parked Become familiar with the operation and controls of the audio system Set up the tone speaker a...

Страница 155: ...XM if equipped The display will show the selection u SEEK Press to seek the next radio station with a strong signal in the selected band t SEEK Press to seek the previous radio station with a strong...

Страница 156: ...ss the pushbutton below the arrow tab on the radio display to return to the main radio screen To reset the automatically stored radio stations press and hold AST Then press the pushbutton below the RE...

Страница 157: ...the radio setup menu displays 2 Select the desired number of favorites pages by pressing the pushbutton located below the displayed page numbers 3 Press FAV to return to the original main radio screen...

Страница 158: ...just the setting 4 The settings are saved after five seconds Adjusting the Fade To adjust the fade 1 Press SOUND 2 Press the pushbutton below the Fad tab on the display 3 Turn O to adjust the setting...

Страница 159: ...t plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack An external audio device such as an iPod laptop computer MP3 player CD changer etc can be connected to the auxiliary input jack for use as...

Страница 160: ...XM if equipped The display will show the selection u SEEK Press to seek the next radio station with a strong signal in the selected band t SEEK Press to seek the previous radio station with a strong...

Страница 161: ...and A2 with new stations 4 After all stations are set press the pushbutton below the arrow tab on the radio display to return to the main radio screen To reset the automatically stored radio stations...

Страница 162: ...the radio setup menu displays 2 Select the desired number of favorites pages by pressing the pushbutton located below the displayed page numbers 3 Press FAV to return to the original main radio screen...

Страница 163: ...just the setting 4 The settings are saved after five seconds Adjusting the Fade To adjust the fade 1 Press SOUND 2 Press the pushbutton below the Fad tab on the display 3 Turn O to adjust the setting...

Страница 164: ...e track number displays If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it will stay in the player When a CD is in the player and the ignition is in the ON RUN position the radio must b...

Страница 165: ...to stop random play INT Scan Press the pushbutton below the INT tab on the display to listen to the first few seconds of each track on the CD INTRO appears on the display Press the pushbutton again to...

Страница 166: ...de of a CD while handling it this could damage the surface Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge If the surface of a CD is soiled clean it with a soft lint...

Страница 167: ...CD AUX Auxiliary Press to play a CD while a portable audio device is playing Press CD AUX a second time for the system to begin playing audio from the connected portable audio player The portable audi...

Страница 168: ...pty folder does not display No Folder When a CD contains only compressed files the files are located under the root folder The next and previous folder function does not function on a CD that was reco...

Страница 169: ...s DIR again to repeat the tracks in all of the directories ALL displays Press DIR again to turn off repeat play u SEEK t Next Previous Folder in MP3 WMA Mode Press to change the folder If CD R does no...

Страница 170: ...no longer assigned Tune to another station If this station was one of the presets choose another station for that preset button RADIO ID If tuned to channel 0 this message alternates with the XM Radio...

Страница 171: ...an occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet If there is inte...

Страница 172: ...ng to the radio unplug the cellular phone and turn it off Fixed Mast Antenna Hatchback Vehicles without OnStar have a fixed mast antenna that can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the...

Страница 173: ...If static is heard on the radio when the rear window defogger is turned on it could mean that a defogger grid line has been damaged If this is true the grid line must be repaired If adding a cellular...

Страница 174: ...NOTES 3 58...

Страница 175: ...8 Passing 4 8 Loss of Control 4 8 Driving at Night 4 10 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 11 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 12 Highway Hypnosis 4 12 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 13 Winter Driving 4 14...

Страница 176: ...he vehicle s tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended scheduled maintenance Defensive Driving Defensive driving means always expect the unex...

Страница 177: ...aths involve alcohol In most cases these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving In recent years more than 17 000 annual motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with th...

Страница 178: ...between the vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it is pavement or gravel the condition of the road whether it is w...

Страница 179: ...will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help the driver steer around the obstacle while braking...

Страница 180: ...want to squeeze the brakes hard without locking the wheels If you hear or feel the wheels sliding ease off the brake pedal This helps retain steering control With ABS it is different See Antilock Bra...

Страница 181: ...e brakes but unless the vehicle has antilock brakes not enough to lock the wheels See Braking on page 4 4 It is better to remove as much speed as possible from a collision Then steer around the proble...

Страница 182: ...r while passing Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass If in doubt wait Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines that could ind...

Страница 183: ...road For safety slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While...

Страница 184: ...en you and other vehicles because headlamps can only light up so much road ahead Watch for animals When tired pull off the road Do not wear sunglasses Avoid staring directly into approaching headlamps...

Страница 185: ...ed away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerou...

Страница 186: ...o they all work and are lenses clean Tires Are treads good Are tires inflated to recommended pressure Weather and Maps Safe to travel Have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay atte...

Страница 187: ...assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so...

Страница 188: ...in your vehicle Also see Tires on page 5 50 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between the...

Страница 189: ...ne until you hit a spot that is covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches can appear in shaded areas where the sun cannot reach such as around clumps of trees behind buildings or under b...

Страница 190: ...u and kill you You cannot 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 the exhaust pipe And check...

Страница 191: ...ut do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes If You...

Страница 192: ...ter a few tries it might need to be towed out If the vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 28 Loading the Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicl...

Страница 193: ...number of occupant seating positions A and the maximum vehicle capacity weight B in kilograms and pounds The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the tire size of the original equipment tires...

Страница 194: ...f the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the co...

Страница 195: ...nt Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight...

Страница 196: ...ht of the driver passenger and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Tire and Loading Information Label Canada A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to t...

Страница 197: ...For example if the Maximum Load amount equals 1400 lbs 635 kg and there will be five 150 lb 68 kg passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 295 kg 5...

Страница 198: ...nt Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight or Maximum Load for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract...

Страница 199: ...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 posit...

Страница 200: ...the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either th...

Страница 201: ...ings inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they will keep going CAUTION...

Страница 202: ...ing and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a do...

Страница 203: ...vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground If the vehicle must be towed a dolly should be used See Dolly Towing that follows for more information Dolly Towing From the Fr...

Страница 204: ...straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 7 Release the parking brake Dolly Towing From the Rear Notice Towing the vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground co...

Страница 205: ...ic Transmission Fluid 5 19 Manual Transmission Fluid 5 21 Hydraulic Clutch 5 21 Cooling System 5 22 Engine Coolant 5 23 Engine Overheating 5 28 Power Steering Fluid 5 30 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 31 B...

Страница 206: ...anel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 81 Interior Plastic Components 5 81 Glass Surfaces 5 82 Care of Safety Belts 5 82 Weatherstrips 5 82 Washing Your Vehicle 5 82 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5...

Страница 207: ...ld even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module modificat...

Страница 208: ...ithium batteries contained in remote keyless transmitters may contain perchlorate materials Special handling may be necessary For additional information see www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate...

Страница 209: ...d it This can cause wind noise and can affect fuel economy and windshield washer performance Check with your dealer retailer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle Fuel Use of the recom...

Страница 210: ...iagnosis If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs might not be covered by the vehicle warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United Sta...

Страница 211: ...enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT We recommend against the use of such gasolines Fuels...

Страница 212: ...s and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling the vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep child...

Страница 213: ...surfaces as soon as possible See Washing Your Vehicle on page 5 82 When replacing the fuel cap turn it clockwise until it clicks Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determin...

Страница 214: ...the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping fuel Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel Ch...

Страница 215: ...d prop from its retainer located on the underside of the hood 4 Securely place the hood prop into the slot on the inner fender Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then...

Страница 216: ...Engine Compartment Overview Automatic Transmission shown Manual Transmission similar 5 12...

Страница 217: ...asher Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 31 H Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 13 I Automatic Transmission Dipstick S...

Страница 218: ...hen push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the MIN minimum mark on the dipstick add at least one quart liter of...

Страница 219: ...merican Petroleum Institute API Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failur...

Страница 220: ...the system must be reset every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it indicates that an oil change is necessary A change engine oil light displays...

Страница 221: ...light comes back on when the vehicle is started the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the reset procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhea...

Страница 222: ...e 6 4 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the engine air cleaner filt...

Страница 223: ...age 6 4 How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealer retailer service department If you do it yourself be s...

Страница 224: ...Park 4 Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 1 Locate the automatic transmission dipstick which is located toward the front of t...

Страница 225: ...Fluid earlier in this section 4 When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level A tr...

Страница 226: ...on To check the fluid level look on the side of the reservoir If the fluid reaches the MAX A mark on the reservoir the fluid level is correct If the fluid does not reach the MIN B mark on the reservoi...

Страница 227: ...than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant may require changing sooner at the first maintenance service after each 30 000 miles 50 000 km...

Страница 228: ...n improper coolant mixture is used the engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the en...

Страница 229: ...lding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot When the engine is cold the coolant level should be between the M...

Страница 230: ...liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap...

Страница 231: ...he Maximum mark on the coolant surge tank Wait about five minutes then check to see if the level is below the mark If the level is below the Maximum mark add additional coolant to bring the level up t...

Страница 232: ...indicator to warn of the engine overheating There is a coolant temperature gage on the instrument panel cluster See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3 30 You may decide not to lift the hood wh...

Страница 233: ...gine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle Climbs a...

Страница 234: ...5 12 for reservoir location It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could...

Страница 235: ...r reservoir location 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...

Страница 236: ...lic system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will not work well Do not top off the brake fluid Adding brake fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are...

Страница 237: ...ash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake or clutch hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the b...

Страница 238: ...tly applied This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenl...

Страница 239: ...rts of the braking system are replaced for example when the brake linings wear down and new ones are installed be sure to get new approved replacement parts If this is not done the brakes might not wo...

Страница 240: ...cle remove the black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger This helps maintain the charge of the battery over an extended period of time Jump Starting If the vehicle s batte...

Страница 241: ...rking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transmission in P Park or a manual transmission in N Neutral before setting the parking brake Notice If you le...

Страница 242: ...r and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving 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 no...

Страница 243: ...itive terminal of the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote pos...

Страница 244: ...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 the vehicle with the good bat...

Страница 245: ...onnect 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 wit...

Страница 246: ...m If the headlamps need to be re aimed it is recommended that you take the vehicle to your dealer retailer for service Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs o...

Страница 247: ...nnect the wiring harness connector from the rear of the bulb 4 Remove the headlamp cap 5 Release the spring that retains the bulb by loosening the screw 6 Remove the old bulb and install the new bulb...

Страница 248: ...idemarker and Parking Lamps To replace a front turn signal or parking lamp bulb 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Remove the three bolts to remove the headlamp assem...

Страница 249: ...ard and turn it counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb socket 7 Install the new bulb into the socket by pressing it in and turning it clockwise 8 Install the socket into the lamp housing by turni...

Страница 250: ...of the bulb holder 5 Install the new bulb 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL Sedan To replace a CHMSL bulb on the sedan 1 Open the trunk See Trunk Sedan on pa...

Страница 251: ...runk Sedan on page 2 8 2 Remove the two screws and the lamp assembly 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove the socket 4 Press the bulb in and turn counterclockwise to remove from the sock...

Страница 252: ...ckwise to reinstall 6 Push and turn the license plate lamp away from you through the opening 7 Reinstall the two screws holding the license plate lamp Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back...

Страница 253: ...come in different types and are removed in different ways For the proper type see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 14 Here is how to remove and replace the windshield wiper blade 1 Pull the win...

Страница 254: ...serious accident See Loading the Vehicle on page 4 18 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury...

Страница 255: ...the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards C Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the...

Страница 256: ...tire has lost air and gone flat See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 78 and If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5 70 B Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread C...

Страница 257: ...Tire and Rim Association B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height...

Страница 258: ...degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving Se...

Страница 259: ...t vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg See Loading the Vehicle on page 4 18 Oc...

Страница 260: ...New Tires on page 5 63 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determin...

Страница 261: ...ows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount...

Страница 262: ...Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle s tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver l...

Страница 263: ...TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow...

Страница 264: ...n cool weather when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you start to drive This could be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and need to be inflated to the proper...

Страница 265: ...for service Replacement tires or wheels do not match your vehicle s original equipment tires or wheels Tires and wheels other than those recommended for your vehicle could prevent the TPMS from functi...

Страница 266: ...r tire rotation is to achieve a uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle This will ensure that your vehicle continues to perform most like it did when the tires were new Any time you notice unusual w...

Страница 267: ...se after 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...

Страница 268: ...e due to age If you are unsure about the need to replace your tires as they get older consult the tire manufacturer for more information Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires fo...

Страница 269: ...ould 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 the vehicle Vehicles that have a tire pressure moni...

Страница 270: ...ng New Tires on page 5 64 and Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall betwee...

Страница 271: ...marked C may have poor traction performance Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipat...

Страница 272: ...aks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer retailer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer retailer will know the kind of wheel you need Each...

Страница 273: ...t 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 Cla...

Страница 274: ...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 p...

Страница 275: ...r R Reverse 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 will not move you should put blo...

Страница 276: ...in the trunk A Jack B Wheel Wrench C Jack Handle D Screwdriver if equipped 1 Open the trunk or liftgate See Trunk Sedan on page 2 8 or Liftgate Hatchback on page 2 10 2 Lift the trim cover 3 Remove t...

Страница 277: ...Tire on page 5 70 2 If your vehicle has wheel covers turn the four plastic caps counterclockwise by hand or by using the wheel wrench The plastic nuts do not come off of the cover 3 Remove the wheel...

Страница 278: ...e near each wheel which the jack head fits in 6 Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire 7 Put the compact spare tire...

Страница 279: ...your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the prop...

Страница 280: ...ust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust o...

Страница 281: ...pecification after replacing Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 93 for origina...

Страница 282: ...ct spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and handling This could lead to a crash and you or others could be injured Use only one compact spare tire at a time The compact spare tire was...

Страница 283: ...fer color to home furnishings may also transfer color to the vehicle s interior When cleaning the vehicle s interior only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned Permanent da...

Страница 284: ...loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats For any soil always try to remove it first with plain water or club soda Before c...

Страница 285: ...clean the vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Never use shoe polish on leather Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces A...

Страница 286: ...ply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather frequent application may be required Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve the vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by wash...

Страница 287: ...can be obtained from your dealer retailer If the vehicle has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish the clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are...

Страница 288: ...ed Wipers can be damaged by Extreme dusty conditions Sand and salt Heat and sun Snow and ice without proper removal Aluminum Wheels Notice Using strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners brush...

Страница 289: ...f any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosi...

Страница 290: ...te a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etch...

Страница 291: ...le Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle unless you check with your dealer retailer first Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle...

Страница 292: ...pens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses...

Страница 293: ...by pulling the door out To reinstall the door first insert the rear edge of the fuse panel door then push the front of the door into the end of the instrument panel to secure it Fuses Usage AUDIO Audi...

Страница 294: ...nsing and Diagnostic Module Fuses Usage SOKET Power Jack STOP LAMP Brake Switch SUNROOF Sunroof Module Option T SIG Hazard Switch WIPER Wiper Switch Wiper Motor Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engin...

Страница 295: ...I Cooling Fan HI Relay ABS 1 EBCM ABS 2 EBCM SJB BATT Instrument Panel Fuse Block Fuses Usage ACC IG1 IGN1 Relay IG2 ST IGN2 Relay Starter Relay ACC RAP Instrument Panel Fuse Block P WINDOW 2 Power Wi...

Страница 296: ...IPC HDLP HI RH Head Lamp RH IPC IPC HDLP LO LH Head Lamp LH I P Fuse Block HDLP LO RH Head Lamp RH EMS 1 ECM Injector DLIS Ignition Switch EMS 2 EVAP Canister Purge Solenoid Thermostat Heater HO2S MAF...

Страница 297: ...abel located under the hood See your dealer retailer for more information Cooling System 6 7 qt 6 3 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 8 qt 4 5 L Fuel Tank 11 9 gal 45 0 L Transmission Automatic 6 2 qt 5 87 L...

Страница 298: ...NOTES 5 94...

Страница 299: ...uled 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 Flui...

Страница 300: ...to keep this vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by the vehicle warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle...

Страница 301: ...See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 should be performed when indicated See Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6 7...

Страница 302: ...uine parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally service the vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since the last service Remember to reset the oil life system wh...

Страница 303: ...and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 9 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels Add fluid as needed Perform any needed additio...

Страница 304: ...125 000 200 000 150 000 240 000 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...

Страница 305: ...ed that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all reco...

Страница 306: ...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 Visually inspect belt fo...

Страница 307: ...ck the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 13 Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engi...

Страница 308: ...and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 For automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in P Park or N Neutral If the star...

Страница 309: ...tart the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of P Park with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of P Park your vehicle needs service Ignition Transmission...

Страница 310: ...nly To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to P Park Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Underbody Flushing Service At least every sprin...

Страница 311: ...s Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377...

Страница 312: ...tenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 96536696 A3081C Engine Oil Filter 93185674 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 96962173 Spark Plugs 96476119 Wi...

Страница 313: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 15...

Страница 314: ...ces performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 9 can be added on the following record pages You should...

Страница 315: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17...

Страница 316: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18...

Страница 317: ...Courtesy Transportation 7 10 Collision Damage Repair 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Governme...

Страница 318: ...manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the U S call the Pontiac Customer Assistance...

Страница 319: ...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...

Страница 320: ...igned so that the entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in approximately 70 days We believe our impartial program offers adv...

Страница 321: ...anada www gm ca My GM Canada is a password protected section of www gm ca where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use handy tools and forms with greater ease Here are...

Страница 322: ...or 1 800 833 7668 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 ROADSIDE 762 3743 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Cana...

Страница 323: ...935 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program For U S purchased vehicles call 1 800 ROADSI...

Страница 324: ...the driver must present identification before this service is given Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway Tow to the nearest Pontiac dealer for warranty service or if the vehicle was in a crash...

Страница 325: ...vice If assistance cannot be provided right away the Roadside Assistance advisor may give you permission to get local emergency road service You will receive payment up to 100 after sending the origin...

Страница 326: ...ons Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the ci...

Страница 327: ...ponsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair It may not be possible to provide a like v...

Страница 328: ...icle Limited Warranty and any vehicle failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty Repair Facility We recommend that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs befo...

Страница 329: ...urance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Things like name address phone number driver s license...

Страница 330: ...you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have contr...

Страница 331: ...ion Centre CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines tran...

Страница 332: ...n residents are to make checks payable in U S funds Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle s performance a...

Страница 333: ...s recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data w...

Страница 334: ...navigation system operating manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions Radio Frequency Identification RFID RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions such as tire...

Страница 335: ...flate 1 63 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 1 64 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 62 Where Are the Airbags 1 60 Airbags Passenger Status Indicator 3 27 AM FM Radio 3 39 Antenna Backglass 3 56...

Страница 336: ...aking in Emergencies 4 6 Break In New Vehicle 2 16 Bulb Replacement 5 48 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 46 Fog Lamp 3 14 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 44 Halogen Bulbs 5 42 He...

Страница 337: ...42 Cigarette Lighter 3 17 Circuit Breakers 5 88 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 5 84 Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 83 Fabric Carpet 5 80 Cleaning cont Finish Care 5 83 Glass Surfaces 5 82 Instrument Panel Vinyl an...

Страница 338: ...5 4 Dome Lamp 3 15 Door Ajar Light 3 36 Ajar Reminder 2 7 Central Door Unlocking System 2 6 Locks 2 6 Rear Door Security Locks 2 7 Driver Seat Height Adjuster 1 5 Driving At Night 4 10 Before a Long T...

Страница 339: ...l Life System 5 16 Overheating 5 28 Starting 2 18 Engine Heater 2 19 Event Data Recorders 7 17 Extender Safety Belt 1 32 Exterior Lamps 3 13 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 18 Finish Damage 5 85 Fixed M...

Страница 340: ...tane 5 5 Specifications 5 6 Glove Box 2 37 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 7 H Halogen Bulbs 5 42 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 2 Headlamp Aiming 5 42 Headlamp Wiring 5 87 Headlamp...

Страница 341: ...on 2 4 Keyless Entry System 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 5 51 Lamp Malfunction Indicator 3 32 Lamps Daytime Running DRL 3 14 Dome 3 15 License Plate 5 48 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 28 LATCH System f...

Страница 342: ...Services 6 6 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 Maintenance Schedule cont At Least Once a Year 6 10 Maintenance Record 6 16 Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Maintenance Requirements 6...

Страница 343: ...ual 2 34 Outlet Adjustment 3 21 Outlets Accessory Power 3 16 Outside Convex Mirror 2 33 Heated Mirrors 2 33 Manual Mirrors 2 32 Power Mirrors 2 33 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 Owners Canadian ii P Pa...

Страница 344: ...cle Towing 4 28 Reimbursement Program GM Mobility 7 7 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 2 3 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 2 4 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 73 Removi...

Страница 345: ...Seatbacks 1 6 Securing a Child Restraint Rear Seat Position 1 51 Right Front Seat Position 1 54 Service 5 3 Accessories and Modifications 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle 5 5 Doing Y...

Страница 346: ...Tires cont Changing a Flat Tire 5 70 Cleaning 5 85 Compact Spare 5 78 Different Size 5 66 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 70 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 57 Inspection and Rotation 5 62 Installing the Spare Tire 5...

Страница 347: ...Parked 2 31 Symbols iii Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 7 16 Vehicle Data Recording Radio Frequency RFID 7 18 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 86 Service Parts Identification Label 5 87 Ventilat...

Страница 348: ...3 9 Washer Fluid 5 31 Wiper Blade Replacement 5 49 Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 84 Wiper Fuses 5 88 Wipers 3 8 Winter Driving 4 14 Wipers Rear Washer 3 10 X XM Radio Messages 3 54 Y Your Vehicle and the E...

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