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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.

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Содержание 2009 9-7X

Страница 1: ...Center DIC 3 42 Audio System s 3 57 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and the Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 27 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 All Wheel Drive 5 47 Rear Axle 5 48 Front Axle 5 49 Headlamp Aiming 5 50 Bulb Replacement 5 50 Windshield Replacement 5 56 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 56 Tires 5 59 Appearance Care 5 97 V...

Страница 2: ...s 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 dealer retailer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 1 800 551 4123 helminc com Propriétaires Canadiens On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès de concessionnaire o...

Страница 3: ...s 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 also warning labels on the vehicle which 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 tex...

Страница 4: ...ntilock Brake 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 High Low Beam Changer j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor F Traction Control M Wi...

Страница 5: ...d Tethers for Children LATCH 1 39 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position 1 48 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 48 Airbag System 1 52 Where Are the Airbags 1 54 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 56 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 57 How Does an Airbag Restrain 1 57 What Will You See After ...

Страница 6: ...n Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal control up or down Use the vertical control to recline the seatback See Power Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 5 Power Lumbar Your vehicle has power lumbar on the driver s and front passenger s seats The seatback lumbar support can be adjusted by moving the control located on the outboard side of the seat cushions To increase or decreas...

Страница 7: ...is near body temperature The medium and high settings heat the seatback and seat cushion to a slightly higher temperature You will be able to feel heat in about two minutes To heat only the seatback press the vertical button with the heated seatback symbol An indicator light on the button will come on to designate that only the seatback is being heated Additional presses will cycle through the hea...

Страница 8: ... in the ignition will recall the driver s memory seat and adjustable pedals positions See Seat Recall under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3 51 for more information To stop recall movement of the memory seat feature at any time press one of the memory buttons or power seat controls Easy Exit Seat The control for the easy exit seat function is located on the driver s door below the memory button...

Страница 9: ...y from the ignition will move the seat to the exit position See Easy Exit Seat under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3 51 for more information on activating this feature in the DIC If an easy exit seat position has not been stored the default position is all the way rearward Power Reclining Seatbacks The front seats have power reclining seatbacks Use the vertical power seat control located on th...

Страница 10: ... 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 at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Do not have a seatback r...

Страница 11: ...t is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Pull the head restraint up to raise it To lower the head restraint press the button located on the top of the seatback and push the head restraint down 1 7 ...

Страница 12: ...d flip the seat cushion forward Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety 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 2 Lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seatback and fold the seatback forward The head restraint will automatically fold out of the w...

Страница 13: ...ush and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked 1 Lift the seatback until it locks into the upright position Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked 2 Return the head restraints to the upright position by reaching behind the seat and pulling it forward until it locks into place Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked 3 Flip the seat cushion back ...

Страница 14: ...re more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 27 for additional information In most states and in all Canadi...

Страница 15: ...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 11 ...

Страница 16: ...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 12 ...

Страница 17: ...nel 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 such good sense 1 13 ...

Страница 18: ...elts 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 other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you are in a crash even one that is not your fault you and...

Страница 19: ...out 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 know Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to th...

Страница 20: ...oo 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 shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body 1 16 ...

Страница 21: ...otection 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 injuries The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs 1 17 ...

Страница 22: ...can 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 serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 18 ...

Страница 23: ...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 on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 19 ...

Страница 24: ...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 The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 20 ...

Страница 25: ...ash 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 be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 21 ...

Страница 26: ...oss 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 retailer to fix it 1 22 ...

Страница 27: ...e belt across you more slowly If you ever pull the shoulder portion of a passenger belt out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the right front seating position may affect the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 59 for more informat...

Страница 28: ...he latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Before a door is closed be sure the safety belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the belt and the vehicle 1 24 ...

Страница 29: ...eed to be replaced and probably other new parts for the vehicle s safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 67 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away ...

Страница 30: ...guide on top CAUTION A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 1 26 ...

Страница 31: ...the seat Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother...

Страница 32: ...e 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 securing child seats To wear it attach it to the regular safety belt For more information see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown b...

Страница 33: ...rn to the booster seat If you have the choice a child should sit in a position with a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide 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 provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snu...

Страница 34: ...o wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap shoulder belt 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 belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That...

Страница 35: ...rangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety 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 designed for them E...

Страница 36: ...crash forces an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg infant will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms An infant should be secured in an appropriate restraint 1 32 ...

Страница 37: ...ever put a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a rear seat If you must secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go 1 33 ...

Страница 38: ...ve 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 child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infants need complete support ...

Страница 39: ...ould 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 child restraints Child Restraint Systems A rear facing infant seat A 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...

Страница 40: ...ng an Add On Child Restraint in the Vehicle CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt or LATCH system following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual 1 36 ...

Страница 41: ...e restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehi...

Страница 42: ...iously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be 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 position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off th...

Страница 43: ...r use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH compatible child restraint is properly installed using the anchors or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual When installing a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly...

Страница 44: ...with lower attachments B Top Tether Anchor A top tether A C anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash 1 40 ...

Страница 45: ... tether be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If the child restraint does not have a top tether one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating po...

Страница 46: ...n the cargo area of your vehicle Do not use the rear tie down brackets near the liftgate for top tethers Be sure to use an 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 or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions ...

Страница 47: ...s or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual CAUTION Do not attach more than 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 could be injur...

Страница 48: ...d restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Pull the strap at the center of the seat where the seat cushion meets the seatback This will allow you to fold the seat cushion up and out of the way Lift the flap to expose the anchors and t...

Страница 49: ... the tether over the seatback Fold down the headrest or head restraint and route the single tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts See Rear Seat Operation on page 1 8 Fold down the headrest or head restraint and route the dual tether around the headrest or head restraint See Rear Seat Operation on page 1 8 3 Push and pull the child restraint...

Страница 50: ... restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the safety 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...

Страница 51: ...push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor When installing a forward facing child restraint it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 1 47 ...

Страница 52: ...or your child restraint secure it in a rear outside seat position If you secure a child restraint in the center seat position follow the instructions in Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position on page 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position This vehicle has airbags A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint See Where to Put t...

Страница 53: ...as the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 39 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH If a child restraint is secured using a safety belt and it uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 39 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or ...

Страница 54: ...e restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 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 necessary 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 50 ...

Страница 55: ...the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure If the airbag is off the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit see If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint under Passenger Sensing System on page 1 59 for more ...

Страница 56: ... supplement the protection provided by safety belts Even though today s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt even if you hav...

Страница 57: ...s 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 but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can...

Страница 58: ...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 54 ...

Страница 59: ...ng 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 do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you do the path of an infl...

Страница 60: ...le hits an object that does not deform If the 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 airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object Thresholds can also vary with specific vehicle design Front...

Страница 61: ... the side impact In a rollover event roof rail airbag deployment is determined by the direction of the roll What Makes an Airbag Inflate In a deployment event the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover and deploy The inflator the airbag and related hardware are all part...

Страница 62: ...see What Makes an Airbag Inflate on page 1 57 The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There may be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated airbags Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an ...

Страница 63: ...module which records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy on page 7 15 and Event Data Recorders on page 7 16 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer retailer for service Passenger Sensing System The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger...

Страница 64: ...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 facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A chi...

Страница 65: ...age 3 29 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on may inflate the right front passenger frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active For some children who have...

Страница 66: ...n page 1 48 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 adjust the seat cushion if adjustable to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If...

Страница 67: ...detect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 3 Place the seatback in the fully upright position 4 Have the person sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with legs comfortably extended 5 Restart the vehicle and have the pe...

Страница 68: ...s 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 passenger sensing system Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle Your dealer retaile...

Страница 69: ...ing 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 passenger airbag s or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag s See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 59 If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer...

Страница 70: ...e safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 27 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 5 100 Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 28 for more information Notice If an airbag covering is d...

Страница 71: ...ty 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 system and it was being used during a crash you may need new LATCH system parts New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt or LATCH system if equipped was not being used at the time of...

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Страница 73: ...Immobilizer Operation 2 18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 19 New Vehicle Break In 2 19 Ignition Positions 2 20 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 21 Starting the Engine 2 21 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2 22 Engine Coolant Heater 2 23 Active Fuel Management 2 24 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 24 Parking Brake 2 27 Shifting Into Park 2 28 Shifting Out of Park 2 29 Parking Over Things ...

Страница 74: ...em Operation With One Triangular LED 2 39 Storage Areas 2 43 Glove Box 2 43 Cupholders 2 43 Overhead Console 2 44 Center Console Storage 2 44 Luggage Carrier 2 44 Rear Floor Storage Cover 2 45 Cargo Cover 2 46 Cargo Tie Downs 2 47 Moonroof 2 47 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

Страница 75: ...he vehicle 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 children This vehicle has double sided keys that can be used for the ignition and door lock When a new vehicle is delivered the dealer retailer provides the owner with a pair of identical keys and...

Страница 76: ...ation Remote Keyless Entry RKE System The Remote Keyless Entry RKE system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interfere...

Страница 77: ...KE System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter functions work up to 30 feet 9 m away from the vehicle The RKE transmitter buttons do not operate when the key is in the ignition Q Lock Press to lock all the doors Press Q again within three seconds and the horn may chirp K Unlock Press once to unlock the driver door The parking lamps may flash and the interior lights come on Press K ag...

Страница 78: ...can have up to four transmitters programmed to it Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the KEY FOB BATTERY LOW message displays in the DIC See KEY FOB BATTERY LOW under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 45 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 screw from t...

Страница 79: ...et into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your ve...

Страница 80: ...t door is closed all the doors will lock You can lock the doors immediately by using the power door lock switch or by pressing the lock button on the optional remote keyless entry transmitter a second time If the key is inserted in the ignition this feature will not lock the doors See Lockout Protection on page 2 11 You can turn the delayed locking feature on or off If the feature is turned off th...

Страница 81: ...ard you and hold it there while you perform the next step 2 Turn the key to ON RUN and LOCK OFF twice Then with the key in LOCK OFF release the turn signal multifunction lever Once you do this you will hear the lock switch lock and unlock the horn will chirp twice and a 30 second program timer will begin 3 You are now ready to program the automatic door locks Select one of the two programming opti...

Страница 82: ...twice Then with the key in LOCK OFF release the turn signal multifunction lever Once you do this you will hear the lock switch lock and unlock the horn will chirp twice and a 30 second program timer will begin 3 You are now ready to program the automatic door locks Select one of the four programming options listed above and press the unlock side of the power door lock switch to cycle through the u...

Страница 83: ...ge the security lock 3 Close the door The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside while this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door while the security lock is on unlock the door and open the door from the outside Lockout Protection This feature stops the power door locks from locking when the key is in the ignition and a door is open to protect you from locking you...

Страница 84: ...ent panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 2 30 Liftgate Release To unlock the liftgate use the power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 5 The liftglass will also unlock when the liftgate is unlocked Press the button on the liftglass to open it To open the entire liftgate lift the handle located in the ce...

Страница 85: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 13 ...

Страница 86: ...ton to prevent unintentional operation of the windows The controls for the power windows are located on the armrest on each of the side doors With power windows the switches operate the windows when the ignition is in ON RUN ACC ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 2 21 The driver s door also has a switch for each of the passenger s wind...

Страница 87: ...t the switch has been activated Press the lockout switch again to return to normal operation Sun Visors Sun Visors with Slide Rod Your vehicle may have this feature Pull the sun visor down to block glare Detach the sun visor from the center mount and slide it along the rod from side to side to cover the driver or passenger side of the front window Swing the sun visor to the side to cover the side ...

Страница 88: ...ound for 30 seconds then will turn off to save the battery power Remember the theft deterrent system will not activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock switch with the door open or with the remote keyless entry transmitter You should also remember that you can start your vehicle with the correct ignition key if the alarm ha...

Страница 89: ...s do not flash the vehicle should be serviced by your dealer PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Your PASS Key III system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device m...

Страница 90: ...ht comes on there may be a problem with your 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 ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 107 If the engine still does not start with the other key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle does star...

Страница 91: ... this time If you lose or damage a PASS Key III key see your dealer retailer to have a new key made Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice The vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Keep your spe...

Страница 92: ...ering wheel from right to left while turning the key to ACC ACCESSORY If this doesn t work then the vehicle needs service ACC ACC ACCESSORY This position can be used to operate the electrical accessories R ON RUN This position can be used to operate the electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights The switch stays in this position when the engine...

Страница 93: ... as the engine warms Do not race the engine immediately after starting it Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts The vehicle has a Computer Controlled Cranking System This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components If the ignition key is turned to the START position and then released when the engine begins cranking ...

Страница 94: ... Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts Notice The engine is designed to work with the electronics in the vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer retailer If you do not the engine might not perform properly Any resulting damage...

Страница 95: ...rtment next to the battery box facing the engine 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty ...

Страница 96: ...n you start the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the 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 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 ...

Страница 97: ...rt the engine when the vehicle is already moving use N Neutral only CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of P Park or N Neu...

Страница 98: ...on hills It can help you control vehicle speed as you go down steep mountain roads while using the brakes off and on To shift to the 2 Second position you must first press the large button on the shift handle While the button is pressed move the shifter to the 2 Second position You can also use 2 Second for starting the vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces 1 First This position reduces ve...

Страница 99: ...on in as you move the parking brake lever all the way down If the ignition is on the brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster will come on See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 31 Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning l...

Страница 100: ...emove the key and take it with you If you can leave the vehicle with the key the vehicle is in P Park Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running The vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat an...

Страница 101: ...system The shift lock release is designed to Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P Park with the shift lever button fully released and Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P Park unless the ignition is in ON RUN and the regular brake pedal is applied The shift lock release is always functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage less than 9 volt battery If...

Страница 102: ...tunnels 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 been modified damaged or improperly repaired There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or after market modifications that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or i...

Страница 103: ...haust on page 2 30 CAUTION It can 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 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 not move ev...

Страница 104: ...ration There is a compass display on the upper right corner of the mirror Press O to turn the compass display on or off Compass Calibration Press and hold O to activate the compass calibration mode CAL displays in the compass window on the mirror The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction If after a few seconds the di...

Страница 105: ...for compass variance 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold O until the zone number displays The number shown is the current zone number 3 Scroll through the zone numbers that appear in the window on the mirror by pressing the O button Once you find your zone number release the button After about four seconds the mirror returns to the compa...

Страница 106: ...or up by moving the control in the opposite direction Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To 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 than they really are If you cut too sharply into the...

Страница 107: ...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 contact OnStar to select a monthly or annual subscription payment plan If a payment plan is not selected the OnStar system and all services including airbag notification and emergency services may be deactiv...

Страница 108: ...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 be linked to a Verizon Wireless service plan in the U S or a Bell Mobility service plan in Canada depending on eligibility To find out more refer to the OnStar Owner s Guide in the vehicle s glove box ...

Страница 109: ...automatically sent to an OnStar Call Center when the OnStar button is pressed the emergency button is pressed or if the airbags or AACN system deploy This information usually includes the vehicles GPS location and in the event of a crash additional information regarding the crash that the vehicle was involved in e g the direction from which the vehicle was hit When the Virtual Advisor feature of O...

Страница 110: ...n has expired and all services have been deactivated Press the OnStar button to confirm that the OnStar equipment is active Universal Home Remote System The Universal Home Remote System provides a way to replace up to three hand held Radio Frequency RF transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers security systems and home lighting This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC R...

Страница 111: ...e of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you in the programming the Universal Home Remote Keep the original hand held transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future Universal Home Remote programming It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle the programmed Universal Home Remote buttons should be erased for security purposes See...

Страница 112: ...g the indicator light in view The hand held transmitter was supplied by the manufacturer of your garage door opener receiver motor head unit 3 At the same time press and hold both the Universal Home Remote button to be used to control the garage door and the hand held transmitter button Do not release the Universal Home Remote button or the hand held transmitter button until Step 4 has been comple...

Страница 113: ...will have 30 seconds to complete Step 8 8 Immediately return to the vehicle Firmly press and hold the Universal Home Remote button chosen in Step 3 to control the garage door for two seconds and then release it If the garage door does not move press and hold the same button a second time for two seconds and then release it Again if the door does not move press and hold the same button a third time...

Страница 114: ... following Continue to press and hold the Universal Home Remote button while you press and release every two seconds cycle the hand held transmitter button until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted by the Universal Home Remote The Universal Home Remote indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming Universal Home Remote to complete...

Страница 115: ... page 7 6 Storage Areas Glove Box Lift the glove box handle up to open it Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box Cupholders A cupholder is located on the instrument panel next to the radio To open the cupholder push once on the support and the cupholder will move into position for use To close the cupholder lift the support up towards the instrument panel A cupholder is located on the front ...

Страница 116: ...center armrest compartment pull up on the latch handle located underneath the front edge to lift the cover Luggage Carrier CAUTION If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier like paneling plywood or a mattress the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven This can cause a driver to lose control The item being carried could be violently ...

Страница 117: ...place the crossrails at the following positions for reduced wind noise Place one crossrail at the rear most point of the vehicle and the other crossrail above the opening of the rear door Rear Floor Storage Cover 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 p...

Страница 118: ... on the inside of the vehicle to secure it To remove the cargo cover do the following 1 Release the cover from the latch posts and carefully roll it back up 2 Squeeze one endcap and remove it from the pocket in the trim panel 3 Remove the cargo cover from the other endcap so that the shade can be removed from the vehicle CAUTION An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle du...

Страница 119: ...ive to operate it See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 2 21 The moonroof switch is located in the overhead console Press and release the back of the button to open the moonroof Press and hold the front of the button to close the moonroof With the moonroof closed press the front of the button to open the moonroof to the vent position The moonroof has a sunshade which can be pulled forward to bl...

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Страница 121: ...ding Lamps 3 17 Electric Power Management 3 17 Battery Run Down Protection 3 18 Accessory Power Outlet s 3 18 Climate Controls 3 19 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 3 19 Outlet Adjustment 3 23 Rear Climate Control System 3 23 Climate Controls Personalization 3 24 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 24 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 25 Speedometer and Odometer 3 26 Trip Odometer 3 26 Tachometer ...

Страница 122: ... Light 3 41 Driver Information Center DIC 3 42 DIC Operation and Displays 3 42 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 45 DIC Vehicle Customization 3 51 Audio System s 3 57 Setting the Clock 3 57 Radio s 3 58 Using an MP3 3 68 XM Radio Messages 3 72 Navigation Radio System 3 74 Bluetooth 3 74 Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System 3 84 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 95 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 97 Audio Steering Wheel Con...

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Страница 125: ... 42 G Windshield Washer on page 3 9 H Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 16 I Hood Release on page 5 11 J Dome Lamp Override on page 3 16 K Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 2 22 L Tilt Wheel on page 3 6 M Horn on page 3 6 N Audio System s on page 3 57 O Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 3 19 P Shift Lever See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2 24 Q Ignition Positi...

Страница 126: ...ilt lever is on the outboard side of the steering column under the turn signal lever Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you to change the position then release the lever to lock Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals O Headlamps 2 3 Headlamp...

Страница 127: ...uses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 107 If the vehicle has a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps a turn signal flasher is used With this flasher installed the signal indicator flashes even if a turn signal bulb is burned out Check the front and rear turn signal lamps regularly to make sure they are working Turn Signal On Chime A chime sounds if the turn signal has been on...

Страница 128: ...r more wipe cycles 9 Off Turns off the wipers Delay Sets a delay between wipes Turn the delay adjustment band to set the length of the delay x Delay Adjustment Use this band to set the length of the delay between wipes when using the delay feature The closer the band is moved toward mist the longer the delay The windshield wiper lever must be in delay for this feature to work 6 Low Speed For stead...

Страница 129: ...ise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision The rear window wiper washer control is located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel To turn the rear wiper on turn the control to either 1 2 or 3 For delayed wiping turn the control to 1 or 2 For steady wiping turn the control to 3 To turn the wiper off turn the control to 0 To wash the rear window press...

Страница 130: ...ttle as the windshield washer However the headlamp washers will run out of fluid before the windshield washer If the windshield can be washed but not the headlamps check the fluid level See Windshield Washer on page 3 9 for more information Cruise Control With cruise control a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator Cruise control does n...

Страница 131: ...cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control 1 Move the cruise control switch to R 2 Get up to the desired speed 3 Press T at the end of the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Some vehic...

Страница 132: ...longer than 60 seconds cruise control will turn off Move the cruise switch from R to S Hold it there until the desired speed is reached and then release the switch To increase the vehicle speed in small amounts move the switch briefly to resume accelerate Each time this is done the vehicle goes about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control Press in the button at the end of ...

Страница 133: ...en the cruise control or the ignition is turned off Headlamps The exterior lamp control is located in the middle of the turn signal multifunction lever See Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 6 O Exterior Lamp Control Turn the control with this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps The exterior lamp control has the following four positions O On Off Turns off the Daytime Running Lamps DR...

Страница 134: ...s the High Intensity Discharge HID lighting system option the DRL system will turn on the turn signal lamps If the vehicle does not have HID the DRL system will turn on the headlamps at reduced brightness The taillamps sidemarker and the instrument panel lights will not be on When it begins to get dark the headlamps will automatically switch from DRL to the regular headlamps Automatic Headlamp Sys...

Страница 135: ...adlamp system is already on it can be turned off by turning and releasing the headlamp control at the off position The automatic headlamp system stays off until you turn and release the headlamp control at the off position again See Headlamps on page 3 13 Fog Lamps The fog lamp control is located on the turn signal multifunction lever Use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty condition...

Страница 136: ...column on the instrument panel E Press to turn the dome lamps off The dome lamps will remain off when a door is open This overrides the illuminated entry feature unless the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle To return the lamps to automatic operation press E again The dome lamps will come on when any door is opened Entry Lighting The vehicle has entry lighting When any ...

Страница 137: ...ical loads are very high This is true for all vehicles This is because the generator alternator may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads A high electrical load occurs when several of the following are on such as headlamps high beams fog lamps rear window defogger climate control fan at high speed heated seats engine cooling fans...

Страница 138: ...floor console Remove the cover from the outlet to use the outlet Be sure to put the cover back on when not using the accessory power outlet Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adaptor fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer retailer for additional information on the accessory power outlets Notice Adding...

Страница 139: ... Control C Display D AUTO E Power Button F Recirculation G Air Conditioning H Defrost I Air Delivery Mode Control J Rear Window Defogger Outside Air Temperature Display A new outside temperature reading is displayed if the vehicle has been off for more than three hours If the vehicle has been off for less than three hours the old temperature reading may be displayed because underhood heat is affec...

Страница 140: ... or cool any faster Manual Operation 9 Off Press to turn off the entire climate control system Outside air still enters the vehicle and will be directed to the floor The system turns on by pressing either AUTO air delivery mode fan control or by adjusting either temperature knob Driver s Side Temperature Knob Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature on the driver ...

Страница 141: ...clear the windows of fog or frost more quickly The system automatically controls the fan speed if defrost is selected from AUTO mode If the outside temperature is 40 F 4 C or warmer the air conditioning compressor runs automatically to help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear A C Air Conditioning Press to turn the air conditioning syst...

Страница 142: ...ing If the weather is cold and damp the system may cause the windows to fog while using recirculation mode If the windows do start to fog select defog or defrost mode and increase fan speed Recirculation mode if selected will be cleared when the engine is turned off Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Rear Press to turn the rear wind...

Страница 143: ...rculate throughout the vehicle Adding outside equipment to the front of the vehicle such as hood air deflectors may affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system Check with your dealer retailer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle Rear Climate Control System Use the lower buttons on the rear seat audio to adjust the rear seat climate controls The temperature of...

Страница 144: ...djustments are made the new settings are automatically saved for the driver Warning Lights Gages and Indicators Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gages could prevent injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of the vehicle ...

Страница 145: ...designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel you have used and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically United States version shown Canada similar 3 25 ...

Страница 146: ...dometer installed the new one will be set to the correct mileage total of the old odometer Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero The odometer works together with the Driver Information Center DIC You can set a Trip A and Trip B odometer See Trip Information under DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 42 The odo...

Страница 147: ...ed neither the chime nor the light comes on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the engine is started a chime sounds for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt This only occurs if the passenger airbag is enabled See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 59 for more information The passenger safety belt light located on the instrument panel com...

Страница 148: ...shes for a few seconds when the engine is started If the light does not come on then have it fixed immediately CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving it means the airbag system might not be working properly The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To help avoid injury have the v...

Страница 149: ... airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag is enabled may inflate If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag If after several seconds both status indicator lights remain on or if there are no lights at all there may be a problem with t...

Страница 150: ...ed right away If the vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on turn off accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running but the ignition is on this gage shows the battery s state of charge in DC volts When the engine is running the gage shows the condition of the charging system The gage may transition from a higher to lower or a low...

Страница 151: ...ystem is divided into two parts If one part is not working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON RUN If it does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready...

Страница 152: ... or comes on again while driving the vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light is not on the vehicle still has brakes but not antilock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 31 For vehicles with a Driver Information Center DIC ...

Страница 153: ...m is detected in the system If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center a message will appear also see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 45 and StabiliTrak System on page 4 6 for more information Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area the engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle u...

Страница 154: ... be a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System The light flashes for about a minute and stays on steady for the remainder of the ignition cycle This sequence repeats with every ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5 67 for more information Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light A computer system called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation monitors operation ...

Страница 155: ... to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 This light comes on during a malfunction in one of two ways Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and...

Страница 156: ...lly corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Make sure to fuel the vehicle with quality fuel Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and can cause stalling after start up stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions might go away...

Страница 157: ...by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if the battery has recently been replaced or if the battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed 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 lack of OBD II ...

Страница 158: ...r engine oil maintenance can damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle s security system see Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 16 Cruise Control Light If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC this light will co...

Страница 159: ...may be reduced until the next time you drive your vehicle If this light stays on see your dealer as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair This light may also come on if there is a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control ETC system If this happens take the vehicle in for service as soon as possible Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp H...

Страница 160: ...s damage to the vehicle This system is also designed to assist your dealer in correctly diagnosing a malfunction Check Gages Warning Light The check gages light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zones Gate Ajar Light If this lig...

Страница 161: ...e tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage doesn t go back to empty when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Warning Light The light next to the fuel gage will come on briefly when you are starting the engine This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel To...

Страница 162: ...ng Flashers on page 3 6 for more information q Customization Press this button to access the vehicle settings menu and customize the personal settings on your vehicle See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3 51 for more information r Select Press this button to reset certain DIC functions and set your customization settings Pressing any of the DIC buttons will acknowledge DIC messages and clear the...

Страница 163: ... press and hold the select button for one second while FUEL USED is displayed Average Fuel Economy Press the fuel information button until AVG ECON appears on the display This mode shows how many miles per gallon MPG kilometers per liter km L or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions Press and hold the select button for one second wh...

Страница 164: ...des This will reset the information for TRIP A or TRIP B You can also reset the TRIP A or TRIP B while they are displayed by pressing the trip stem If you press and hold the trip stem or the select button for more than four seconds the display will show the distance traveled since the last ignition cycle for TRIP A or TRIP B Tire Pressures On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS pre...

Страница 165: ...e trip odometers turn off the FUEL LEVEL LOW message and enables you to scroll through and select the language in which the DIC information will appear DIC Warnings and Messages Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed to correct the condition Multiple messages may appear one after another Some messages may...

Страница 166: ...s See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 42 If the tire pressure is low the low tire pressure warning light comes on See Tire Pressure Light on page 3 34 CHECK WASHER FLUID This message displays if the washer fluid level is low Adding washer fluid to the windshield washer fluid reservoir clears this message See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 38 This message clears itself after 10 seconds or y...

Страница 167: ...ore information FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays and a chime sounds if the fuel level is low Refuel as soon as possible See Low Fuel Warning Light on page 3 41 Filling the Tank on page 5 8 and Fuel on page 5 5 for more information ICE POSSIBLE This message may display if the outside temperature reaches a level where ice could form on the roadway Adjust your driving accordingly If the temperatu...

Страница 168: ...n Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC REAR ACCESS OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the liftgate or liftglass is open while the ignition is in ON RUN Turn off the vehicle and check the liftgate and liftglass See Liftgate Liftglass on page 2 12 Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR This message displays and a chime soun...

Страница 169: ...em You should see your dealer retailer for service The vehicle is safe to drive however you do not have the benefit of StabiliTrak so reduce your speed and drive accordingly SERVICE TIRE MONITOR On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS this message displays if a part on the TPMS is not working properly The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition ...

Страница 170: ...lay and a chime may sound if the vehicle s fuel cap is not tightened properly Fully reinstall the fuel cap See Filling the Tank on page 5 8 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere This message remains on until it is manually cleared from the DIC display The DIC message is ...

Страница 171: ...mended that the headlamps are turned off Press q to scroll through the available customizable options After pressing q VEHICLE SETTINGS momentarily displays before going to a customization option Lock Doors Press q until LOCK DOORS IN GEAR appears in the display To select your preference for automatic locking press r while LOCK DOORS IN GEAR is displayed on the DIC Pressing r will scroll through t...

Страница 172: ...or more information Lock Feedback Press q until LOCK FEEDBACK BOTH appears in the display To select your preference for the feedback you receive when locking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter press r while LOCK FEEDBACK BOTH is displayed on the DIC Pressing r will scroll through the following settings LOCK FEEDBACK BOTH default The parking lamps will flash each time you pre...

Страница 173: ...ill be no feedback when unlocking the vehicle To select a setting and move on to the next feature press q while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC Headlamp Delay Press q until HEADLAMP DELAY 10 SEC appears in the display To select your preference for how long the headlamps will stay on after you turn off the vehicle press r while HEADLAMP DELAY 10 SEC is displayed on the DIC Pressing r wi...

Страница 174: ...ith the RKE transmitter To select a setting and move on to the next feature press q while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC Easy Exit Seat Press q until EASY EXIT SEAT OFF appears in the display To select your preference for seat position exit press r while EASY EXIT SEAT OFF is displayed on the DIC Pressing r will scroll through the following settings EASY EXIT SEAT OFF default No seat ...

Страница 175: ...1 or 2 you programmed with the transmitter being used to unlock the vehicle is the one that will be recalled To select a setting and move on to the next feature press q while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC See Easy Exit Seat under Memory Seat on page 1 3 for more information Alarm Warning Press q until ALARM WARNING BOTH appears in the display To select your preference for alarm warni...

Страница 176: ... be in French and Espanol will be in Spanish When you see the language that you would like release both buttons The DIC will then display the information in the language you chose You can also scroll through the different languages by pressing and holding the trip reset stem for four seconds as long as you are in the odometer mode Units Press q until UNITS U S ENGLISH appears in the display To sel...

Страница 177: ...e tone speaker adjustments and preset radio stations For more information see Defensive Driving on page 4 2 Notice Contact your dealer retailer before adding any equipment Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the vehicle s engine radio or other systems and could damage them Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment The vehicle has R...

Страница 178: ...Radio s The vehicle has one of these radios as its audio system If the vehicle has a Bose audio system it has 6 channels of custom equalization Radio with CD MP3 Radio with Six Disc CD Player 3 58 ...

Страница 179: ...le in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change the default on the display press the DISP button until the desired option displays then hold this knob for two seconds One beep sounds and the selected display becomes the default AUTO VOL Automatic Volume With automatic v...

Страница 180: ...ng signal that are in the selected band 4 Information XM Satellite Radio Service and MP3 Features If the current station has a message the information symbol displays Press this button to see the message The message can display the artist song title call in phone numbers etc If the entire message is not displayed parts of the message appears every three seconds To scroll through the message press ...

Страница 181: ...plays then turn e to increase or to decrease the tone The display shows the bass or the treble level If a station is weak or has static decrease the treble To adjust the bass and the treble to the middle position while in bass or treble push and hold e One beep sounds To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position push and hold e when no tone or speaker control displays ALL CENTERE...

Страница 182: ... push and hold e when no tone or speaker control is displayed ALL CENTERED displays and a beep sounds Finding a Category CAT Station XM Satellite Radio Service Only To select and find a desired category 1 Press the CAT button to activate category select mode The current category displays 2 Turn the tune knob to select a category 3 Press either SEEK arrow once the desired category is displayed to g...

Страница 183: ...layer When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD starts to play where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source When the CD is inserted READING and the CD symbol displays As each new track starts to play the track number also displays The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner For vehi...

Страница 184: ...lay If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section Z Eject Press to eject CD s To eject the CD that is currently playing press and release this button To eject multiple CDs 1 Press and hold the CD eject button for five seconds A beep sounds and the indicator light located to the right of the slot flashes and EJECT ALL displays 2 Once the light stops flashing and turns gre...

Страница 185: ...ts from the center to the edge If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Care of the CD and DVD Player Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating th...

Страница 186: ... the CDs that are loaded in random order press and hold this button for more than two seconds A beep sounds and RANDOM ALL displays Press this button again to turn off random play t SEEK u Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current or the previous track Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track If a track is approximately 10 seconds into its song press either the left ...

Страница 187: ...pable of playing an MP3 CD R disc For more information on how to play an MP3 CD R disc see Using an MP3 on page 3 68 later in this section CD Messages CHECK CD If this message displays and or the CD ejects it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play The road is very rough When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The...

Страница 188: ...ers 50 playlists 10 sessions and 255 files Long file names folder names or playlist names can use more disc memory space than necessary To conserve space on the disc minimize the length of the file folder or playlist names An MP3 CD that was recorded using no file folders can also be played The system can support up to 11 folders in depth though keep the depth of the folders to a minimum in order ...

Страница 189: ... Px first and then go to the root folder When the radio displays the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT Order of Play Tracks play in the following order Play begins from the first track in the first playlist and continues sequentially through all tracks in each playlist When the last track of the last playlist has played play continues from the first track of the first playlist If the CD d...

Страница 190: ...gnition off first press the eject button or the DISP display knob If the ignition or radio is turned off while a CD is in the player it stays in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD starts to play where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source As each new track starts to play the track number displays 1 r Reverse Press to reverse within the same track If 1 r is held...

Страница 191: ...ither arrow for more than two seconds and SCAN displays The radio scans the previous or next tracks at two tracks per second Release the arrow to stop scanning and to play the track DISP Display Press to switch between track mode folder playlist mode and time of day mode The display shows only eight characters but there can be up to four pages of text If there are more than eight characters in the...

Страница 192: ... radio off CDs may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this button is pressed first XM Radio Messages xL Explicit Language Channels These channels or any others can be blocked by calling 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 Updating The encryption code in the receiver is being updated and no action is required This process should take no longer than 30 seconds No Signal The system is functioning correctly...

Страница 193: ... Locked The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having the vehicle serviced check with your dealer retailer XM Lock The XM receiver in your vehicle could have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicl...

Страница 194: ...system may not recognize voice commands if there is too much background noise When to Speak A short tone sounds after the system responds indicating when it is waiting for a voice command Wait until the tone and then speak How to Speak Speak clearly in a calm and natural voice Audio System When using the in vehicle Bluetooth system sound comes through the vehicle s front audio system speakers and ...

Страница 195: ...eleted To link to a different paired phone see Linking to a Different Phone later in this section Pairing a Phone 1 Press and hold g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetooth The system responds with Bluetooth ready followed by a tone 3 Say Pair The system responds with instructions and a four digit PIN number The PIN number will be used in Step 4 4 Start th...

Страница 196: ...n use the List command for a list of all paired phones The system responds with Would you like to delete phone name Yes or No followed by a tone 5 Say Yes to delete the phone The system responds with OK deleting phone name Linking to a Different Phone 1 Press and hold g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetooth The system responds with Bluetooth ready follow...

Страница 197: ...er is not correct say No The system will ask for the number to be re entered 4 After the system stores the phone number it responds with Please say the name tag followed by a tone 5 Say a name tag for the phone number The name tag is recorded and the system responds with About to store name tag Does that sound OK If the name tag does not sound correct say No and repeat Step 5 If the name tag sound...

Страница 198: ...If the name tag sounds correct say Yes and the name tag is stored After the number is stored the system returns to the main menu Using the Directory Command The directory command lists all of the name tags stored by the system To use the directory command 1 Press and hold g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Directory The system responds with Directory and then...

Страница 199: ...ll name tags stored in your phone directory and your route destination directory Are you sure you want to do this Please say yes or no Say Yes to delete all name tags Say No to cancel the function and return to the main menu Making a Call Calls can be made using the following commands Dial Digit Dial Call Re dial Using the Dial Command 1 Press and hold g for two seconds The system responds with Re...

Страница 200: ...ds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Call The system responds with Call using phone name Please say the name tag followed by a tone 3 Say the name tag of the person to call If the system clearly recognizes the name tag it responds with OK calling name tag and dials the number If the system is unsure it recognizes the right name tag it confirms the name tag followed by a tone ...

Страница 201: ... phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work 1 While on a call press g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Three way call The system responds with Three way call please say dial or call 3 Use the dial or call command to dial the number of the third party to be called 4 Once the call is connected press g to link all the callers together Ending a Call To end a call ...

Страница 202: ...nsferred The connection process can take up to two minutes after the key is turned to the ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY position During a call with the audio on the cell phone press g for more than two seconds The audio switches from the cell phone to the vehicle Voice Pass Thru Voice Pass Thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone See the cell phone manufacturers user guide ...

Страница 203: ...umber and the dial tones are sent and the call continues Sending a Stored Name Tag During a Call 1 Press g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Send name tag The system responds with Say a name tag to send tones followed by a tone 3 Say the name tag to send If the system clearly recognizes the name tag it responds with OK Sending name tag and the dial tones are sent and the call...

Страница 204: ...d service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System The vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system The RSE system includes a DVD player a video display screen two sets of wireless headphones and a remote control Before You Drive The RSE system is for rear seat passengers only not intended for the driver while driving Parental Control ...

Страница 205: ...ect sunlight This could damage the headphones and repairs will not be covered by the warranty Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries Keep the headphones stored in a cool dry place Battery Replacement To change the batteries on the headphones 1 Turn the screw to loosen the battery door located on the left side of the headphones Slide the battery door open 2 Replace the two batteries in th...

Страница 206: ...ts can be heard through the following possible sources Wireless Headphones Vehicle Speakers Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the Rear Seat Audio system if equipped The RSE system always transmits the audio signal to the wireless headphones if there is audio available See Headphones earlier in this section for more information The RSE system is capable of outputting audio to the vehicle speakers by...

Страница 207: ...te Control later in this section for more information The DVD player power may be turned on when the ignition is in ON RUN ACC ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active The RSE system DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code for the country that the vehicle was sold in The DVD region code is printed on the jacket of most DVDs Standard audio CDs CD R CD ...

Страница 208: ...ry DVD Use the navigation arrows to move the cursor around the DVD menu After making a selection press the enter button This button only operates when playing a DVD z Set up Menu Press to adjust the color tint brightness contrast display mode and dynamic range compression The dynamic range compression feature can be used to reduce loud audio and increase low audio produced by some DVDs To change a...

Страница 209: ...formation or the previews Some DVDs will begin playing after the previews have finished If the DVD does not begin to play the main title refer to the on screen instructions Stopping and Resuming Playback To stop playing a disc press and release the stop button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control To resume playback press the play pause button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote ...

Страница 210: ...Notice Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight can damage it and the repairs will not be covered by the warranty Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries Keep the remote control stored in a cool dry place Remote Control Buttons O Power Press to turn the DVD player on and off v Title Press to return the DVD to the main menu of the DVD n q p o Menu Navigation Arrows Us...

Страница 211: ...r Press within three seconds to clear a number that has been entered P Illumination Press to turn the remote control backlight on The backlight times out after about 7 to 10 seconds if no other button is pressed while the backlight is on y Main DVD Menu Press to access the DVD menu The DVD menu is different on every DVD Use the navigation arrows to move the cursor around the DVD menu After making ...

Страница 212: ...diagram on the inside of the battery compartment 3 Close the battery door securely If the remote control is to be stored for a long period of time remove the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Problem Recommended Action No power The ignition might not be in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY The parental control button might have been turned on The power indicator light flashes Disc will not play Th...

Страница 213: ...icator light will flash Problem Recommended Action After stopping the player I push Play but sometimes the DVD starts where I left off and sometimes at the beginning If the stop button was pressed one time the DVD player will resume playing where the DVD was stopped If the stop button was pressed two times the DVD player will begin to play from the beginning of the DVD The auxiliary source is runn...

Страница 214: ...e RSE is working correctly Use the wireless headphones or have the front seat passengers listen to another audio source DVD Display Error Messages The following errors may be displayed on the video screen Disc Format Error This message will be displayed if a disc is inserted upside down if the disc is not readable or if the format is not compatible with the DVD player Load Eject Error This message...

Страница 215: ... and do not press too hard or too long on the video screen Rear Seat Audio RSA This feature allows rear seat passengers to select and listen to any of the available radio sources AM FM XM CD or DVD However a rear seat passenger cannot control a source selected on the radio by someone in the front of the vehicle For example the RSA cannot be used to change CD tracks if the radio is set to CD Also i...

Страница 216: ...ot select a different external source SEEK Press to go to the next station or CD track and stay there The display will show the selection This function is inactive if the radio is set to the same source To scan preset radio stations press and hold the SEEK button for two seconds and the radio will go to the next preset station Hold this button down and the radio will continue to go through all ava...

Страница 217: ...ress the forward or the back arrow to fast forward or reverse g Mute Voice Recognition For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems press g to interact with those systems See OnStar System on page 2 35 and Bluetooth on page 3 74 in this manual for more information If the vehicle does not have OnStar press g to silence the vehicle speakers only Press g again or any other radio button to turn on th...

Страница 218: ... also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on the radio FM Stereo FM signals only reach about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Although the radio has a built in electronic circuit that automatically works to reduce interference some static can occur especially around tall buildings or hills causing the sound to fade in and...

Страница 219: ...ntenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast becomes slightly bent straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent replace it Occasionally check to make sure the antenna is tightened to its base If tightening is required tighten by hand until fully seated plus one quarter turn XM Satellite Radio Antenna System The XM Satellite Radio antenna is l...

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Страница 221: ...y 4 12 Passing 4 12 Loss of Control 4 12 Off Road Driving 4 13 Driving at Night 4 14 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 15 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 16 Highway Hypnosis 4 16 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 17 Winter Driving 4 18 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 20 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 21 Loading the Vehicle 4 21 Towing 4 27 Towing Your Vehicle 4 27 Recreational Ve...

Страница 222: ...the 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 unexpected The first step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt See Safety Belts They Are for Everyone on page 1 10 CAUTION Assume that other road users pedestrians bicyclists and other driv...

Страница 223: ... of alcohol with about 250 000 people injured For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries ...

Страница 224: ...y or icy tire tread the condition of the brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake The brakes might not have time to cool between hard stops The brakes will wear out much faster with a lot of heavy braking Keeping...

Страница 225: ...n front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here is what happens with ABS A computer senses that the wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help the driver steer aroun...

Страница 226: ...liTrak System The vehicle has the StabiliTrak system which combines antilock brake traction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions Traction control activates when the controller senses wheel spin StabiliTrak will selectively apply the brakes and reduce engine torque to help regain traction Stability control activate...

Страница 227: ...FF will be displayed Momentarily pressing the StabiliTrak button again will return the system to the STABILITRAK ON mode STABILITRAK OFF The driver can turn off StabiliTrak by pressing the StabiliTrak button for more than five seconds The StabiliTrak light will come on and STABILITRAK OFF will be displayed For vehicles without a DIC the StabiliTrak indicator light will come on Momentarily pressing...

Страница 228: ... turn off the system when driving in extreme off road conditions where high wheel spin is required See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 20 for more information The following chart describes the StabiliTrak system events and the corresponding messages and lights that will be displayed on the instrument panel cluster StabiliTrak Indicator Light DIC Message Event Off None St...

Страница 229: ...ough roads or under conditions such as heavy acceleration while turning or abrupt upshifts downshifts of the transmission When this happens a reduction in acceleration may be noticed or a noise or vibration may be heard This is normal If cruise control is being used when the system activates the StabiliTrak light will flash and cruise control will automatically disengage Cruise control may be reen...

Страница 230: ...ditions Steering Power Steering If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or the system is not functioning the vehicle can be steered but it will take more effort Steering Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed Traction in a curve depends on the condition of the tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and vehicle speed While in a curve s...

Страница 231: ...emergencies like these First apply the brakes See Braking on page 4 4 It is better to remove as much speed as possible from a 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 holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions it can be turned a full 180 degrees ...

Страница 232: ...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 indicate a turn or an intersection Never cross a solid or double solid line on your side of the lane Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass Doing so can reduce your visibility Wait your tur...

Страница 233: ...e gravel or other material is on the road For safety slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance is longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear A...

Страница 234: ...een 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 Keep the windshield and all glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Keep your eyes moving especially during turns or curves No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older t...

Страница 235: ...ied 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 dangerous Water can build up under your vehicle s tires so they actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has lit...

Страница 236: ...Do 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 attention to your surroundings while driving If you become tired or sleepy find a safe place to park your vehicle and rest Other driving tips include Keep the vehicle well ventilated Keep interior temper...

Страница 237: ...e 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 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 the engine running and the vehicle in gear when going downhill Stay in yo...

Страница 238: ... on any slippery road and watch for slippery spots Icy patches can occur on otherwise clear roads in shaded areas The surface of a curve or an overpass can remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear Avoid sudden steering maneuvers and braking while on ice Turn off cruise control if equipped on slippery surfaces Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation Stay with th...

Страница 239: ...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 Run the engine for short periods only as needed to keep warm but be careful To save fuel run the engine for only short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and close the window most of the way to save heat Repeat this until he...

Страница 240: ...in the Index If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle turn the traction system off and use the rocking method CAUTION If you let your vehicle s tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured The vehicle can overheat causing an engine compartment fire or other damage Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 35 mph 55 km h as ...

Страница 241: ...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 27 Loading the 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 vehicle show how much weight it was desig...

Страница 242: ...ht B in kilograms and pounds The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires C and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 59 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 65 There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification Tire label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Wei...

Страница 243: ...0 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 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 t...

Страница 244: ...ant 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 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 136 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 4 24 ...

Страница 245: ...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 capacity weight Your vehicle has an electronically controlled air suspension system that automatically keeps your vehicle level as you load and unload your vehicle See Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System on page 4 28 f...

Страница 246: ...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 And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Similar appearing vehicles may have different GVWRs and capacity weights Please note your vehicle ...

Страница 247: ... Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you ...

Страница 248: ...system also has an internal clock to prevent overheating if the inflator is used for prolonged periods If the system overheats all leveling function stops until the system cools down During this time the indicator light on the air inflator switch will be flashing The ignition has to be on for the system to inflate in order to raise the vehicle to the standard ride height after loading The system c...

Страница 249: ...in this section have been followed Ask your dealer retailer for advice and information about towing a trailer with the vehicle Notice Pulling a trailer improperly can damage the vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this section and see your dealer retailer for important information about towing a trailer with the ...

Страница 250: ...ns can tow in D Drive Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and or hilly conditions Three important considerations have to do with weight The weight of the trailer The weight of the trailer tongue The weight on the vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depends on how the rig is used For example speed altit...

Страница 251: ...16 kg AWD 6 0 L V8 Engine 4 10 6 500 lbs 2 948 kg 11 500 lbs 5 216 kg The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo equipment and conversion The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded Ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices See Cu...

Страница 252: ...can carry which will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow If towing a trailer the tongue load must be added to the GVW because the vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading the Vehicle on page 4 21 for more information about the vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight up to a maximum ...

Страница 253: ...han the total of the additional weight Consider the following example A vehicle model base weight is 5 500 lbs 2 495 kg 2 800 lbs 1 270 kg at the front axle and 2 700 lbs 1 225 kg at the rear axle It has a GVWR of 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg a RGAWR of 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg and a GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating of 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg The trailer rating should be Expect tongue weight to be at least 10 per...

Страница 254: ...of tongue weight that can be handled Since tongue weight is usually at least 10 percent of total loaded trailer weight expect that the largest trailer the vehicle can properly handle is 6 000 lbs 2 721 kg It is important that the vehicle does not exceed any of its ratings GCWR GVWR RGAWR Maximum Trailer Rating or Tongue Weight The only way to be sure it is not exceeding any of these ratings is to ...

Страница 255: ...r about sway controls Safety Chains Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Always leave just enough slack so the rig can turn Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes A loaded trailer that weighs more than 1 500 l...

Страница 256: ...ystem in the Index For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 2 30 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Get to know the rig before setting out for the open road Get acquainted 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 longer and not as responsive as the ve...

Страница 257: ...trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle The vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so the 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 The arrows o...

Страница 258: ...s before turning the engine off For vehicles with manual transmissions let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the transmission out of gear and the parking brake applied for a few minutes before turning the engine off If the overheat warning comes on see Engine Overheating on page 5 34 Parking on Hills CAUTION Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be d...

Страница 259: ...rtant in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake system It is a good idea to inspect these before and during the trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Trailer Wiring Harness The vehicle may have a seven wire trailer towing harness This harness may have a seven pin universal heavy duty trailer conne...

Страница 260: ...ver s side under the instrument panel These wires should be connected to an electric trailer brake controller by your dealer retailer or a qualified service center The vehicle may be equipped with a four pin trailer towing harness This harness has a four pin trailer connector that contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Running L...

Страница 261: ... 22 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 24 Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 25 Cooling System 5 29 Engine Coolant 5 30 Radiator Pressure Cap 5 34 Engine Overheating 5 34 Engine Fan Noise 5 36 Power Steering Fluid 5 37 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 38 Brakes 5 39 Battery 5 42 Jump Starting 5 43 All Wheel Drive 5 47 Rear Axle 5 48 Front Axle 5 49 Headlamp Aiming 5 50 Bulb Replacement 5 50 High Intensity Discharge...

Страница 262: ...7 Appearance Care 5 97 Interior Cleaning 5 97 Fabric Carpet 5 99 Leather 5 99 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 100 Care of Safety Belts 5 100 Weatherstrips 5 100 Washing Your Vehicle 5 101 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 101 Finish Care 5 102 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades 5 102 Aluminum Wheels 5 103 Tires 5 104 Sheet Metal Damage 5 104 Finish Damage 5 104 Underbody Main...

Страница 263: ...e vehicle Your Saab dealer can accessorize the vehicle using genuine Saab accessories When you go to your Saab dealer and ask for Saab accessories you will know that Saab trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine Saab accessories Also see Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 65 California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including...

Страница 264: ...nglish and metric fasteners can be easily confused If the wrong fasteners are used parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If doing some of your own service work use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can This vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehi...

Страница 265: ...e Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher If the octane rating is less than 87 you might notice an audible knocking noise when you drive commonly referred to as spark knock If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible If you are using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking the engine needs service Gasoli...

Страница 266: ...ines in the United States are now required to contain additives that help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing the emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to the fuel However some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U S Environmental Protection Agency regulations To help keep fuel injecto...

Страница 267: ...e 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 containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system could be affected The malfunction indicator lamp might turn on If this occurs return to your deale...

Страница 268: ...ar phones Keep sparks flames 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 children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver side of the vehicle To remove the fuel cap ...

Страница 269: ... diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 34 There may also be a light that comes on in the instrument panel to let you know if the gas cap is not properly installed See Check Gas Cap Light on page 3 41 for more information CAUTION If a fire starts while ...

Страница 270: ...ckup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping fuel Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include l...

Страница 271: ... on the driver s side 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary hood latch up and to the right to release it then lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down and close it firmly Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the process if necessary 5 11 ...

Страница 272: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 4 2L L6 engine here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Страница 273: ...luid Dipstick Out of View See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 25 F Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 G Cooling System on page 5 29 H Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 I Remote Negative Terminal Marked GND See Jump Starting on page 5 43 J Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brake...

Страница 274: ...When you open the hood on the 5 3L V8 engine here is what you will see 5 14 ...

Страница 275: ...Transmission Fluid Dipstick See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 25 F Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 G Cooling System on page 5 29 H Remote Negative Terminal Marked GND See Jump Starting on page 5 43 I Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 37 J Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid...

Страница 276: ...When you open the hood on the 6 0L V8 engine here is what you will see 5 16 ...

Страница 277: ...Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 F Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 25 G Cooling System on page 5 29 H Remote Negative Terminal Marked GND See Jump Starting on page 5 43 I Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 37 J Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir ...

Страница 278: ... back into the oil pan If you do not do this the oil dipstick might not show the actual level 2 Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then 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 L mark for the L6 engine or the cross hatched area at the tip of the dipstick for the V8 engine add at l...

Страница 279: ...or the location of the engine oil fill cap Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through 6 0L V8 VIN Code H Engine Only Remove the engine cover to access the engine oil fill cap 1 Remove the screw in the center of the cover 2 Remove the cover from the stud on the driver side 3 Pull the cover up and off the bracket...

Страница 280: ...s SAE 20W 50 American Petroleum Institute API starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American 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...

Страница 281: ...s viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 American Petroleum Institute API starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API This vehicle s engine was filled at the factory with a Mobil 1 synthetic oil meeting all requireme...

Страница 282: ...e and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change is indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly 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 message comes on in the Driver Information Center DIC S...

Страница 283: ...ds to let you know the system is reset If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes back on when the vehicle is started the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and w...

Страница 284: ...change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter do the following 1 Remove the screws on the engine air cleaner filter and lift off the cover 2 Remove th...

Страница 285: ...eaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into the engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid A good time to check the automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change the fluid and filter at th...

Страница 286: ...t high speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it is colder than 50 F 10 C drive the vehicle in 3 Third until the engine tempera...

Страница 287: ...with this symbol on it is located in the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location 2 Reinstall it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again If the dipstick does not go down the tube easily turn the blade and try again until it is fully inserted in the tube 3 Check both sides of ...

Страница 288: ...y as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It does not take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Do not overfill Notice Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage the vehicle and the damages may not be covered by the vehicle s warranty Always use the automatic transmission fluid lis...

Страница 289: ...tor 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 it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In additio...

Страница 290: ...be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant If using this mixture nothing else needs to be added This mixture Gives freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C outside temperature Gives boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C engine temperature Protects against rust and corrosion Will not damage aluminum parts...

Страница 291: ...s done The coolant level should be at least up to the FULL COLD mark If it is not there may be a leak in the cooling system How to Add Coolant to the Recovery Tank 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 Notice This vehicle has a specific coolant fill...

Страница 292: ...he cooling system including the surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap If coolant is needed add the proper mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap ...

Страница 293: ... the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 30 for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 5 33 ...

Страница 294: ...t tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured Radiator Pressure Cap Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for information on location Engine Overheating The vehicle has se...

Страница 295: ...If the engine catches fire because of being driven with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyon...

Страница 296: ...le distance from the car in front of you If the warning does not come back on continue to drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park the vehicle right away If there is no sign of steam idle the engine for three minutes while parked If the warning is still displayed turn off the engine until it cools down Engine Fan Noise The vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan When the c...

Страница 297: ... compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick For vehicles with the 4 2L L6 engine the level should be at the C Cold mark For vehicles with the 5 3L or 6 0L V8 engines the level should be at the FULL mark ...

Страница 298: ... for 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 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 the washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very ...

Страница 299: ...t sooner or later the brakes will not work well Do not top off the brake fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If too much brake fluid is added it can spill on the engine and burn if th...

Страница 300: ... removing it This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake hydraulic system the brakes might not work well This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake hydraulic system can dam...

Страница 301: ... repair Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly 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 evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Spe...

Страница 302: ...n it is time for a new battery see your dealer retailer for one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location 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 Vehic...

Страница 303: ... 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 start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are i...

Страница 304: ... on the battery The remote negative terminal is located on the front engine lift bracket on vehicles with the 4 2L L6 engine or the engine accessory drive bracket for vehicles with the 5 3L or 6 0L V8 engines and is marked GND Ground See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been h...

Страница 305: ...And do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive 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 positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now ...

Страница 306: ...ll not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part ...

Страница 307: ...not necessary to regularly check fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired 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 located on the transfer case you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubric...

Страница 308: ...cles excluding vehicles equipped with the 6 0L V8 engine the proper level is from 0 to 0 40 inch 0 to 10 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the rear axle For vehicles equipped with the 6 0L V8 engine the proper level is from 0 6 inch to 1 6 inches 15 mm to 40 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the rear axle differential cover Add only enough fluid to reach t...

Страница 309: ... on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the front axle you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 0 50 inch 12 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use T...

Страница 310: ...eplacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 55 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer retailer High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting CAUTION The low beam high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage If you try to service any of the system components you could be seriously injured Have your d...

Страница 311: ...the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps To replace one of these bulbs 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 2 Lift the two headlamp retaining clips to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle 3 Pull the headlamp assembly away from the vehicle to access the electrical connectors 4 Remove the bulb cover for the high beam A and low beam B bulbs 5 51 ...

Страница 312: ...old bulb 7 Plug the electrical connector into the new bulb using care not to touch the glass with your fingers 8 Turn the new bulb clockwise to install it in the socket 9 Reinstall the bulb covers 10 Push the headlamp assembly back into place in the vehicle 11 Press down on the retaining clips to secure the headlamp assembly 5 52 ...

Страница 313: ...old bulb to release it from the socket 4 Push the new bulb into the socket until it clicks 5 Insert the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure 6 Reinstall the headlamp assembly by lining up the headlamp assembly with the slots in the headlamp retaining clips 7 Press down on the headlamp retaining clips to secure the headlamp assembly Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemarker Sto...

Страница 314: ...cket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp assembly 5 Holding the socket pull the bulb to release it from the socket 6 Push the new bulb into the socket until it clicks 7 Insert the bulb socket into the taillamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure 8 Reinstall the taillamp assembly by lining up the locator pins with the retainers in the body of the vehicle 9 Reinstall the two screws ...

Страница 315: ...cket until it clicks 5 Replace the lamp assembly lens and tighten the screws Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back Up Lamp 921 Front Parking Turn Signal Lamp 5702 NAK Front Rear Sidemarker 194 License Plate Lamp W5W Halogen Headlamps High Beam 9005 Low Beam Halogen Only H11 Rear Turn Signal 3757 AK Stoplamp and Taillamp 3157 For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer reta...

Страница 316: ...installed could damage the windshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield 1 To remove the old wiper blades lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position A Blade Assembly B Arm Assembly C Locking Tab D Blade Pivot E Hook Slot F Arm Hook 2 Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab Pull down on the...

Страница 317: ...the insert is fully inserted 5 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots A Claw in Notch B Correct Installation C Incorrect Installation 6 Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot 7 Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly o...

Страница 318: ...ss The backglass wiper blade will not lock in a vertical position so care should be used when pulling it away from the vehicle 3 Rotate the wiper blade assembly and pull it off of the wiper arm Hold the wiper arm in position and push the blade away from the wiper arm 4 Replace the wiper blade 5 Return the wiper blade assembly to the park rest position 5 58 ...

Страница 319: ...e on page 4 21 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 See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 65 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden...

Страница 320: ...to contact with road hazards like potholes or sharp edged objects or when sliding into a curb The vehicle warranty does not cover this type of damage Keep tires set to the correct inflation pressure and when possible avoid contact with curbs potholes and other road hazards Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall The following illustration is an example of...

Страница 321: ...e the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread F Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 76 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load t...

Страница 322: ...e 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 accessories Some examples of optional accessories are automatic transmission power steering power brakes power windows power seats and air c...

Страница 323: ...ressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall Maximum Load Rating The load rating for ...

Страница 324: ...dicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 73 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 determined by tire manufacturers using government testi...

Страница 325: ...hed to your vehicle This label shows 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 of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an exam...

Страница 326: ...out dirt and moisture High Speed Operation CAUTION Driving at high speeds 100 mph 160 km h or higher puts an additional strain on tires Sustained high speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure You could have a crash and you or others could be killed Some high speed rated tires require inflation pressure adjustment for high speed operation When speed limits and ...

Страница 327: ...ing like this Maximum load 690 kg 1521 lbs 300 kPa 44 psi Max Press For this example you would set the inflation pressure for high speed driving at 38 psi 262 kPa The inflation pressure for the front tires should be set to the cold tire inflation pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label Racing or other competitive driving may affect the warranty coverage of your vehicle See your wa...

Страница 328: ... or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the 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 th...

Страница 329: ... pressure For additional information and details about the DIC operation and displays see DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 42 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 45 The low tire pressure warning light may come on in 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 air pressure in the tire s are getting low and ...

Страница 330: ...nstalled and the sensor matching process is performed successfully See your dealer retailer 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 functioning properly See Buying New Tires on page 5 74 Operating electronic devices or being near facilities using...

Страница 331: ... Remove the valve cap from the valve cap stem Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or decreasing the tire s air pressure for 10 seconds then stop and listen for a single horn chirp The single horn chirp should sound within 15 seconds confirming that the sensor identification code has been matched to this tire and wheel position If you do not hear the confirming single horn chirp you will need to...

Страница 332: ...time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 73 and Wheel Replacement on page 5 79 When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loadi...

Страница 333: ...ff See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 82 Make sure the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves tighten the cable See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 5 94 When It Is Time for New Tires Various factors such as maintenance temperatures driving speeds vehicle loading and road conditions influence when you need new tires One way to tell...

Страница 334: ...older consult the tire manufacturer for more information Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for your vehicle The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle when it was new were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC spec system rating If you need replacement tires GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec...

Страница 335: ...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 the vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type radial and bias belted tires as your vehicle s origina...

Страница 336: ...ab certified technician See Buying New Tires on page 5 74 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 between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United S...

Страница 337: ...rom the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor tract...

Страница 338: ...imum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to giv...

Страница 339: ...them only with new original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others co...

Страница 340: ...e can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on the vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage t...

Страница 341: ...y require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without ...

Страница 342: ...om moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in P Park 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in Neutral CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 4 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 5 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle 6 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away...

Страница 343: ...emoving the Spare Tire and Tools The jacking equipment you will need is stored under the rear seat on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Rear Seat Operation on page 1 8 for more information To release the jack from its holder turn the knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head 5 83 ...

Страница 344: ...ions explain how to remove the underbody mounted spare located underneath your vehicle Notice If you remove or restow a tire from to the storage position under the vehicle while it is supported by a jack you could damage the tire and or your vehicle Always remove or restow a tire when the vehicle is on the ground 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate Liftglass on page 2 12 for more information 2 Attach...

Страница 345: ...rom under the vehicle If the spare tire does not lower to the ground the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower See Secondary Latch System on page 5 91 for more information 5 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable when the tire has been completely lowered and pull it through the wheel opening 6 Pull the tire out from under the vehicle Notice If you drive away before the spare ...

Страница 346: ...he wheel nuts by turning the nuts one turn counterclockwise Do not remove them yet 3 Turn the jack adjusting knob clockwise by hand to raise the jack lift head 4 Place the handle extension and wheel wrench onto the jack A Front Frame Rear Axle B Jack C Handle D Extension s E Wheel Wrench 5 Place the jack in the appropriate position nearest the flat tire Front Position Rear Position 5 86 ...

Страница 347: ...ION Raising 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 proper location before raising the vehicle 6 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit...

Страница 348: ...nt When changing a wheel remove any rust CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 82 8 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare whe...

Страница 349: ...d fall off causing a crash 10 Put the nuts on by hand Make sure the cone shaped end is toward the wheel 11 Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub If a nut cannot be turned by hand use the wheel wrench and see your dealer as soon as possible 12 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 89 ...

Страница 350: ... with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 113 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 on page 5 113 for...

Страница 351: ...t tire correctly CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed next CAUTION Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely make sure no one is ...

Страница 352: ... Tools on page 5 83 5 Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 6 Attach the jack handle extension s and the wheel wrench to the jack and place it under the vehicle towards the front of the rear bumper Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire 7 Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitti...

Страница 353: ...ocket end of the extension connects to the hoist shaft Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the rest of the way 13 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle Notice If you drive away before the spare tire or secondary latch system cable has been reinstalled you could damage your vehicle Always reinst...

Страница 354: ...erly and the spare tire could loosen and suddenly fall CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 sure the underbody mounted spare tire is stored with its valve stem pointing up Notice An aluminum wheel with a flat tire should al...

Страница 355: ...is repaired Once the tire is repaired replace the hubcap 3 Make sure the valve stem is pointed up and to the rear 4 Pull the retainer D through the wheel 5 Put the socket end of the extension C through the hole just above the rear bumper at a 45 degree angle downward Connect the socket end of the extension to the hoist shaft B 6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue tu...

Страница 356: ... in the vehicle as shown next A Handle B Wheel Wrench C Instruction Label D Extension s E Knob F Wheel Blocks and Jack 1 Attach the handle A wheel wrench B and extension D in the slots provided 2 Roll up the instruction label C and return to the slot in the tool kit 3 Assemble the wheel blocks F to the jack 4 Turn the knob E on the jack clockwise to raise the jack head 5 Return the rear seat to it...

Страница 357: ...red or replaced as soon as you can and installed back onto your vehicle This way a spare tire will be available in case you need it again Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes because they will not fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together Appearance Care Interior Cleaning The vehicle s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often Although not always visible dust a...

Страница 358: ...e s interior maintain adequate ventilation by opening the vehicle s doors and windows Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles Products that remove odors from the vehicle s upholstery and clean the vehicle s glass can be obtained from your dealer retailer Do not clean the vehicle using A knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interi...

Страница 359: ...at the cleaning process that was used with plain water If any of the soil remains a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used test a small hidden area for colorfastness first If the locally cleaned area gives any impression that a ring formation may result clean the entire surface After the cleaning process has been ...

Страница 360: ...ey can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on the instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts It may severely...

Страница 361: ...ler Follow all manufacturers directions regarding correct product usage necessary safety precautions and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and wat...

Страница 362: ... surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years To help keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster Washing with water is all that is usually needed However chrome polish may be used on chr...

Страница 363: ... with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied Notice Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels The repairs would not be covered by the warranty Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleane...

Страница 364: ... dealer s retailer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain w...

Страница 365: ...ntification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code helps identify the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 113 for your vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification Label This label is on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts The label has th...

Страница 366: ...uipped Vehicle on page 1 64 Headlamps The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses one for each headlamp in the fuse block An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop unt...

Страница 367: ...n the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the passenger side of the ve...

Страница 368: ...Fuses Usage 1 Electronically Controlled Air Suspension 2 Passenger Side Headlamp High Beam Fuses Usage 3 Passenger Side Headlamp Low Beam 4 Trailer Back Up 5 Driver Side Headlamp High Beam 5 108 ...

Страница 369: ...ation Center DIC 25 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock 26 Engine 1 27 Backup Lamps 28 Engine Control Module 1 Fuses Usage 29 Engine Control Module 30 Air Conditioning 31 Injector 1 50 Passenger Side Trailer Turn 51 Driver Side Trailer Turn 52 Hazard Flashers 53 Transmission 54 Oxygen Sensor B 55 Oxygen Sensor A 56 Injector B 57 Headlamp Drive Module 58 Truck Body Computer Controller 59 Electric Ad...

Страница 370: ...ump 42 Windshield Washer 43 High Beam Headlamp 44 Air Conditioning 46 Headlamp Driver Module 47 Starter 49 Electric Adjustable Pedals 60 Powertrain 63 Low Beam Headlamps Relays Usage 64 Ignition 1 69 Air Solenoid Misc Usage 48 Instrument Panel Battery Rear Underseat Fuse Block The rear underseat fuse block is located on the driver side of the vehicle under the second row seat Pull the seat cushion...

Страница 371: ...Blank 06 Blank 07 Truck Body Controller 2 08 Power Seats 09 Rear Wiper 10 Driver Door Module 11 Amplifier 12 Passenger Door Module 13 Blank 14 Driver Side Rear Parking Lamps 15 Blank 16 Vehicle Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 17 Passenger Side Rear Parking Lamps 18 Locks 19 Liftgate Module Driver Seat Module 20 Blank 5 111 ...

Страница 372: ...pers 34 Ignition 3 35 Vehicle Stop 36 Transmission Control Module 37 Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning B Fuses Usage 38 Front Parking Lamps 39 Rear Left Turn Signal 40 Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning 1 41 Front Right Turn Signal 42 Radio 43 Trailer Park 44 Rear Right Turn Signal 45 Blank 46 Auxiliary Power 1 47 Blank 48 Ignition 0 49 Four Wheel Drive 50 Blank 51 Front Left Turn Signal 52 Brakes ...

Страница 373: ...sh Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 4 2L L6 Engine 9 7 qt 9 2 L 5 3L V8 Engine 11 2 qt 10 6 L 6 0L V8 Engine 11 2 qt 10 6 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 2L L6 Engine 7 0 qt 6 6 L 5 3L V8 Engine 6 0 qt 5 7 L 6 0L V8 Engine 6 0 qt...

Страница 374: ...00 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck the fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 4 2L L6 Engine S Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 5 3L V8 Engine M Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 6 0L V8 Engine H Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 5 114 ...

Страница 375: ...duled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 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 Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 15 Maintenance Record 6 16 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Страница 376: ...ance Schedule We want to help keep this vehicle in good working condition But we do not know exactly how you will drive it You might drive very short distances only a few times a week Or you might drive long distances all the time in very hot dusty weather You might use the vehicle in making deliveries Or you might drive it to work to do errands or in many other ways Because of all the different w...

Страница 377: ... retailer do these jobs When you go to your dealer retailer for service trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine parts Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 tells what should be checked when to check it and what can easily be done to help keep the vehicle in good condition The proper replacement parts fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Recommended Fluid...

Страница 378: ...set the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 22 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL DIC 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 the first service ...

Страница 379: ...and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 72 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 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 coolin...

Страница 380: ...nspect 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 24 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter severe service See footnotes g and h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter normal service See footnote g Automatic transfer case only Change transfer case fluid See footnote...

Страница 381: ...r suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc c Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace with genuine parts as needed To help ensure proper operation a pressure test of the co...

Страница 382: ... where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service i Drain flush and refill cooling system This service can be complex you should have your dealer retailer perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 5 30 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condens...

Страница 383: ...Coolant on page 5 30 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer fluid reservoir and add the proper fluid if necessary At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Inspect the vehicle s tires and make sure they are inflated to the correct pressures Do not forget to check the spare tire See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 65 Check to make sur...

Страница 384: ...other position contact your dealer retailer for service Automatic Transmission 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 starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking B...

Страница 385: ...ply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and the transmission in N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake ...

Страница 386: ... symbol However not all synthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this standard Look for and use only an oil that meets Standard GM4718M For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil on page 5 18 Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 30 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equi...

Страница 387: ...embly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood and Door Hinges Body Door Hinge Pins Liftgate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seats and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points and Hinges Multi Purpose ...

Страница 388: ...art Part Number ACDelco Part Number Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24208576 24208576 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15036141 A2014C Engine Oil Filter 4 2L L6 89017342 PF61 5 3L V8 6 0L V8 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 4 2L L6 12598004 41 103 5 3L V8 6 0L V8 12609877 41 985 Wiper Blades Front 22 in 56 cm 12368668 Rear 13 in 33 cm 15232655 6 14 ...

Страница 389: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 4 2L L6 Engine 5 3L V8 and 6 0L V8 Engines 6 15 ...

Страница 390: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 can be added on the following record pages You should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Страница 391: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Страница 392: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Страница 393: ...nsportation 7 9 Collision Damage Repair 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to Saab 7 14 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 14 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 7 15 Event Data Recorders 7 16 OnStar 7 17 Navigation System 7 17 Radio Frequency Iden...

Страница 394: ...rship or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help call the Saab Customer Assistance Center in the U S at 1 800 955 9007 In Canada call Saab Customer Assistance Centre at 1 800 263 1999 English and French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inqu...

Страница 395: ... 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 Program using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following addre...

Страница 396: ...ng before the arbiter The program is designed 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 advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor V...

Страница 397: ... 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 a few of the valuable tools and services you will have access to My Showroom Find and save information on vehicles and current offers in your area My Dealers Retailers Save details such as address and pho...

Страница 398: ...elephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 852 9001 Canada Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Centre CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 www gmcanada com 1 800 263 1999 English and French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 Roadside Assistance Program For U S purchased vehicles call 1 800...

Страница 399: ...asons the driver must present identification before this service is given Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway Tow to the nearest Saab dealer for warranty service or if the vehicle was in a crash and cannot be driven Assistance is also given when the vehicle is stuck in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Service is provided to change a flat tire with the spare tire The spare tire if equipped...

Страница 400: ...e payment Alternative Service 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 original receipt to Roadside Assistance Mechanical failures may be covered however any cost for parts and labor for repairs not covered by the warranty are the owner responsibility ...

Страница 401: ... to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances your dealer can offer you one of the following Shuttle Service Shuttle service is the preferred means of offering Courtesy Transportation Dealers may provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule This includes one way or round...

Страница 402: ...usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information All program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by a...

Страница 403: ...hicle Limited Warranty and any vehicle failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty Repair Facility Saab also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your Saab dealer may have a collision repair center with Saab trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair ...

Страница 404: ...des your insurance 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 number vehicle license plate vehicle make model and model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN insurance company and policy number and a general description of the damage to the other ve...

Страница 405: ...rs 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 control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within reasonable limits Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle ...

Страница 406: ...cation 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 transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give additional technical service information needed to knowledgeably service Saab cars and trucks E...

Страница 407: ...nds Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U S funds Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Your Saab vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle s performance and how it is driven For example your vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control engine and transmission performance to monitor the conditions for airbag deployment and deploy ai...

Страница 408: ...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 with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed I...

Страница 409: ...ther trip information Refer to the 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 pressure monitoring and ignition system security as well as in connection with conveniences such as key fobs for remote door locking unlocking and starting and in ve...

Страница 410: ... NOTES 7 18 ...

Страница 411: ...bags 1 54 All Wheel Drive 5 47 All Wheel Drive AWD System 4 10 All Wheel Drive Service Light 3 40 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 99 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 99 Antilock Brake System ABS 4 5 Antilock Brake System Warning Light 3 32 Appearance Care Aluminum Wheels 5 103 Care of Safety Belts 5 100 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 104 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 101 Fabric Carpet 5 99 Finish Ca...

Страница 412: ...Break In New Vehicle 2 19 Bulb Replacement 5 50 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 53 Halogen Bulbs 5 51 Headlamp Aiming 5 50 Headlamps 5 51 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 5 50 License Plate Lamps 5 55 Replacement Bulbs 5 55 Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemarker Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps 5 53 Buying New Tires 5 74 C Calibration 2 32 California Fuel 5 6 California Perchlorate Mate...

Страница 413: ... Lamps Lenses 5 101 Fabric Carpet 5 99 Finish Care 5 102 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 100 Interior 5 97 Cleaning cont Leather 5 99 Tires 5 104 Underbody Maintenance 5 104 Washing Your Vehicle 5 101 Weatherstrips 5 100 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades 5 102 Climate Control System Climate Controls Personalization 3 24 Dual Automatic 3 19 Outlet Adjustment 3 23 Rear 3 23 C...

Страница 414: ...Locks 2 9 Rear Door Security Locks 2 11 Driver Information Center DIC 3 42 DIC Operation and Displays 3 42 DIC Vehicle Customization 3 51 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 45 Driving At Night 4 14 Before a Long Trip 4 16 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 3 Highway Hypnosis 4 16 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 17 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 15 Off Road 4 13 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 21 Winter 4 18 Driving for ...

Страница 415: ...duced Power Light 3 39 Starting 2 21 Entry Lighting 3 16 Event Data Recorders 7 16 Exit Lighting 3 17 Extender Safety Belt 1 28 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 24 Finish Damage 5 104 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 99 Flashers Hazard Warning 3 6 Flash to Pass 3 8 Flat Tire 5 81 Flat Tire Changing 5 82 Flat Tire Storing 5 94 Fluid Automatic Transmission 5 25 Power Steering 5 37 Windshield Washer 5 38 Fog Lamp F...

Страница 416: ...2 38 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Specifications 5 5 Gate Ajar Light 3 40 Glove Box 2 43 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 7 Headlamp Aiming 5 50 Headlamps 3 13 5 51 Bulb Replacement 5 50 Daytime Running Lamp 3 14 Electrical System 5 106 Flash to Pass 3 8 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 53 Halogen Bulbs 5 51 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 5 50 High Low Beam Changer 3 7...

Страница 417: ...p Malfunction Indicator 3 34 Lamps Dome 3 16 Dome Lamp Override 3 16 Reading 3 17 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 23 LATCH System for Child Restraints 1 39 License Plate Lamps 5 55 Liftgate Liftglass 2 12 Liftglass Liftgate 2 12 Light Airbag Readiness 3 28 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 3 32 Brake System Warning 3 31 Charging System 3 30 Check Gages Warning 3 40 Check Gas Cap 3 41 Cruise Control 3 38 Gate ...

Страница 418: ...rs for Children 1 39 Luggage Carrier 2 44 Lumbar Power Controls 1 2 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 6 6 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Introduction 6 2 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Maintenance Record 6 16 Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Sc...

Страница 419: ...23 Outlets Accessory Power 3 18 Outside Convex Mirror 2 34 Heated Mirrors 2 34 Power Mirrors 2 34 Overhead Console 2 44 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian ii P Paint Damage 5 104 Park Shifting Into 2 28 Shifting Out of 2 29 Park Brake 2 27 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 30 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 29 Passenger Sensing System 1 59 Passing 4 12 PASS KEY III Electronic Immobili...

Страница 420: ...ip 4 10 Rear Climate Control System 3 23 Rear Door Security Locks 2 11 Rear Floor Storage Cover 2 45 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 95 Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 84 Rear Seat Operation 1 8 Rear Windshield Washer Wiper 3 9 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming 2 32 Reclining Seatbacks Power 1 5 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 28 Reduced Engine Power Light 3 39 Remote K...

Страница 421: ...ead Restraints 1 7 Heated Seats 1 3 Memory 1 3 Seats cont Power Lumbar 1 2 Power Reclining Seatbacks 1 5 Power Seats 1 2 Rear Seat Operation 1 8 Secondary Latch System 5 91 Securing a Child Restraint Center Rear Seat Position 1 48 Rear Outside Seat Position 1 46 Right Front Seat Position 1 48 Security Light 3 38 Service 5 3 Accessories and Modifications 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the V...

Страница 422: ...ad Console 2 44 Rear Floor Storage Cover 2 45 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 20 Sun Visors 2 15 T Tachometer 3 26 Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemarker Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps 5 53 Theft Deterrent Radio 3 97 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 16 Content Theft Deterrent 2 16 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer 2 17 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation 2 18 Tilt Wheel 3 6 Time Setting 3 57 Tire Pres...

Страница 423: ...g Recreational Vehicle 4 28 Towing a Trailer 4 29 Your Vehicle 4 27 Traction Limited Slip Rear Axle 4 10 StabiliTrak System 4 6 Transmission Fluid Automatic 5 25 Transmission Operation Automatic 2 24 Trip Odometer 3 26 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 7 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 6 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 76 Universal Home Remote System 2 38 Operation 2 39 V Vehicle Control 4 3 Loadi...

Страница 424: ... 5 76 Replacement 5 79 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Windows 2 13 Power 2 14 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 102 Replacement 5 56 Washer 3 9 Windshield cont Washer Fluid 5 38 Wiper Blade Replacement 5 56 Wiper Fuses 5 106 Wipers 3 8 Windshield Rear Washer Wiper 3 9 Winter Driving 4 18 X XM Radio Messages 3 72 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 99 Y Your Vehicle and the Environm...

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