Page 1 2004 Chevrolet Venture Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driver Information Center (DIC) ....3-57 Front Seats ..........1-3 Audio System(s) ........3-60 Rear Seats ..........1-6 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Safety Belts ..........1-30 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, How to Use This Manual CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name VENTURE are registered trademarks of General Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning Motors Corporation.
Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also ﬁnd a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety You will ﬁnd a number of safety cautions in this book. symbol means “Don’t,” We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about “Don’t do this”...
Page 4 Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this book you will ﬁnd these notices: Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, Notice: These mean there is something that could are shown along with the text describing the operation damage your vehicle.
Page 5 These are some examples of symbols you may ﬁnd on your vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-3 Center Passenger Position Manual Seats ..........1-3 (Bench Seat) ..........1-48 Six-Way Power Seats ........1-4 Rear Seat Passengers ........1-50 Reclining Seatbacks ........1-4 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children Head Restraints ..........1-6 and Small Adults ........1-53 Safety Belt Pretensioners .......1-56 Rear Seats ............1-6 Safety Belt Extender ........1-56...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat What Makes an Air Bag Inﬂate? ....1-100 Position (Bucket Seat) ........1-78 How Does an Air Bag Restrain? ....1-100 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front What Will You See After an Air Bag Inﬂates? ..1-101 Seat Position ..........1-80 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ..1-103...
Page 9: Front Seats
Front Seats CAUTION: Manual Seats You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to Use the lever located on adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle the front of the seat to is moving. The sudden movement could startle adjust the seat forward or and confuse you, or make you push a pedal rearward.
Page 10: Six-Way Power Seats
Six-Way Power Seats Reclining Seatbacks Your vehicle may have this feature. If it does, the six-way power seat control is located on the outboard sides of the driver’s and front passenger’s seats. • Move the front of the control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cushion up or down.
Page 11 To adjust a seatback, pull up on the lever located on the outboard side of the driver’s or front passenger’s CAUTION: seats. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it’s locked into position.
Page 12: Rear Seats
Head Restraints Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation The rear seats in your vehicle have levers and straps used to adjust, remove, and reinstall the seats. By using the levers and straps in the correct order, you can easily remove the seats from the vehicle. When you put the seats back in the vehicle, follow the label on the back of the seat for proper location.
Page 13: Flip And Fold Feature
Flip and Fold Feature 3. Release the rear set of hooks from the ﬂoor pins by pulling the The rear seats in your vehicle can be folded forward. nylon strap located at Use this feature for exiting and entering third row seats. the base of the 1.
Page 14: Split Bench Seats
Split Bench Seats Adjusting the Split Bench Seats (Second Row) If you have the split bench seat (50/50 or 40/60), the seatbacks can be folded forward or reclined individually The second row bench seats are adjustable. There are and the seats can be removed individually. The two adjustment levers on each section of the split second row (40/60) sections can also be adjusted bench seats to adjust the seat forward or rearward.
Page 15 The other lever is located Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks on the rear of the seat. CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
Page 16: Removing The Split Bench Seat
To return the seatback to an upright position, pull on the nylon strap or lift the recliner lever without putting any pressure on the seatback. Push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked into place. Removing the Split Bench Seat Make sure the seatback is in the upright position.
Page 17 4. If the seat is in the second row, lift one of the adjustment levers and slide the seat fully rearward. 6. To unlatch the front latches, squeeze the angled bar toward the straight crossbar. 7. Remove the seat by rocking it slightly forward, 5.
Page 18: Replacing The Split Bench Seats
Replacing the Split Bench Seats CAUTION: CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted won’t provide the If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move protection needed in a crash. The person forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could wearing the belt could be seriously injured.
Page 19 2. Make sure the bench seat is angled so that the front hooks clear the ﬂoor pins. If the front legs are not attached correctly, the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of ﬂoor pins. 1. Squeeze the angled bar toward the solid crossbar while placing the front hooks of the bench seat onto the front two ﬂoor pins.
Page 20 5. Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat and raise the seatback until it locks upright. 6. Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked. 7. If you have the 40/60 seat, attach the mini-buckle so that the safety belt is ready for use when a passenger uses the seat.
Page 21: Bucket Seats
Bucket Seats The other lever is located on the rear of the bucket seat. If your vehicle has the bucket seats, the seatbacks can be folded down or reclined. The seats can also be adjusted forward or rearward and removed. One of the bucket seats may be equipped with a built-in child restraint.
Page 22 Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
Page 23: Removing The Bucket Seats
To recline the seatback, pull the nylon strap or lift the recliner lever. Press back on the seatback until you reach the desired position, then let go of the strap or lever. To return the seatback to an upright position, pull on the nylon strap or lift the recliner lever without putting any pressure on the seatback.
Page 24 You can also lift the lever on the side of the seat to 4. To unlatch the front latches, with the seat folded release the rear latches from the ﬂoor pins. forward, squeeze the angled bar toward the straight crossbar. Do not let go of the strap or lever until the seat is folded all the way forward.
Page 25: Replacing The Bucket Seats
Replacing the Bucket Seats CAUTION: CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted won’t provide the If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move protection needed in a crash. The person forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could wearing the belt could be seriously injured.
Page 26 The bucket seats have seat position labels, located on 2. Make sure the bucket the back of the seat, showing where the seat must seat is angled so that go. Follow that diagram. The seat must be placed in the the front hooks proper location for the legs to attach correctly.
Page 27: Captain Chairs
Captain Chairs If your vehicle has captain’s chairs, the chairs and seatbacks can be adjusted forward or rearward. Adjusting the Captain’s Chairs (Second Row) The second row captain’s chairs can be adjusted forward or rearward. There are two adjustment levers on each seat. One is located below the center, in front of the seat.
Page 28 Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
Page 29 Removing the Captain’s Chairs 2. The seat can then be lifted off the front ﬂoor pins and removed from the vehicle. 1. Pull the nylon strap behind the chair to release the rear hooks from the ﬂoor pins. 1-23...
Page 30: Replacing The Captain's Chairs
Replacing the Captain’s Chairs CAUTION: CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted won’t provide the If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move protection needed in a crash. The person forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could wearing the belt could be seriously injured.
Page 31 1. Hook the front latches over the front ﬂoor pins. 2. Push the rear of the seat down to lock the rear latches onto the rear set of ﬂoor pins. 3. Push and pull on the seat to be sure it is properly attached.
Page 32: Stowable Seat
Stowable Seat To fold down the seatback, pull up on the lever located on the back of the seat, Your vehicle may have a stowable seat. The stowable and push the seatback seat is a full bench seat and comes with the down until it is locked convenience center.
Page 33: Removing The Stowable Seat
Removing the Stowable Seat 4. From behind the bench seat, push up the release handles at the base of the seat to release the 1. Remove the convenience center, if it is in the latches from the ﬂoor pins. vehicle. See Convenience Center on page 2-57 for more information.
Page 34: Replacing The Stowable Seat
Replacing the Stowable Seat CAUTION: CAUTION: A seat that isn’t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop. If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure forward in a sudden stop or crash.
Page 35 The seat must be placed in the proper location for the legs to attach correctly. CAUTION: Make sure the seat is in its upright position before beginning this procedure. A safety belt that is improperly routed, not 1. Place the front hooks of the seat onto the front ﬂoor properly attached, or twisted won’t provide the pins in the third row.
Page 36: Safety Belts
Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo This part of the manual tells you how to use safety area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a belts properly. It tells you some things you should not collision, people riding in these areas are more do with safety belts.
Page 37: Why Safety Belts Work
A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so Why Safety Belts Work serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive. When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as But most crashes are in between. In many of them, it goes.
Page 38 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-32...
Page 39 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-33...
Page 40: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? You could be – whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 41: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? This part is only for people of adult size. You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an Be aware that there are special things to know about accident –...
Page 42: Driver Position
Driver Position 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. This part describes the driver’s restraint system. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt Lap-Shoulder Belt go back slightly to unlock it.
Page 43 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 44: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster To move it down, push down on the button and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder adjuster to the height that is right for you.
Page 45 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 46 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You 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 at the pelvic bones.
Page 47 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 48 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 49 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to ﬁx it.
Page 50 To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 51: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 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. Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts.
Page 52: Right Front Passenger Position
Right Front Passenger Position Center Passenger Position (Bucket Seat) To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety belt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-36. The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt – except for one thing. If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way, you will engage the child restraint locking feature.
Page 53 When you sit in the center position bucket seat, you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor. 1. Pick up the latch plate and, in a single motion, pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 2.
Page 54: Bench Seat
Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat) 4. Position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-56. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 55: Lap Belt
Lap Belt If your vehicle has a third row rear bench seat, someone can sit in the center position. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt.
Page 56: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts.
Page 57 In the third row, if the belt stops before it reaches Make sure the release button on the buckle is the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the until you can buckle it. safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 58 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 the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 59 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for CAUTION: Children and Small Adults Rear safety belt comfort guides will provide added You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown is too loose. In a crash, you would move booster seats and for small adults.
Page 60 1. Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two side of the seatback. edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1-54...
Page 61 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as The guide must be on top of the belt. described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-50. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder.
Page 62: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety Belt Pretensioners Safety Belt Extender Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners. You’ll ﬁnd If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you them on the buckle end of the safety belts for the driver should use it. and right front passenger. They help the safety belts But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your reduce a person’s forward movement in a moderate to dealer will order you an extender.
Page 63: Child Restraints
Child Restraints What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a Older Children 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 snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 64 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?
Page 65: Infants And Young Children
CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 66 Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate CAUTION: restraints. Young children should not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone, unless there is no other choice. Instead, they need to use a child restraint. People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 67 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants.
Page 68 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a CAUTION: child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle The body structure of a young child is quite safety standards.
Page 69: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.
Page 70 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a ﬁve-point harness.
Page 71 When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child How do child restraints work? restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it A child restraint system is any device designed for will have a label saying that it meets federal use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position motor vehicle safety standards.
Page 72: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We, move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure therefore, recommend that child restraints be secured people in the vehicle.
Page 73 Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. If you have an adjustable head restraint, route the top strap under it.
Page 74: Top Strap Anchor Location
Top Strap Anchor Location Third Row An anchor bar for a top strap is located at the rear of Second Row the seat cushion for each second and third row outboard seating position, and for the center position of the second row.
Page 75 The anchor bar for the stowable bench seat is located on the passenger’s side of the crossbar. Use the center seating position to use the anchor bar properly. If the convenience center is in the vehicle, you must lift the tray sill to use the anchor. Do not use a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger’s position, because there is no place to anchor the top strap.
Page 76 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will ﬁnd anchors (A) in the second row outboard bucket seats, the 40 side of the 60/40 split bench seat, and both second row captain’s chairs. This system, designed to make installation of child restraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts.
Page 77 The labels are located at each lower anchor position, near the base of the second row outboard bucket seats, the 40 side of the 60/40 split bench seat, and both second row captain’s chairs. CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly.
Page 78: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System (Rear)
Securing a Child Restraint Designed Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear for the LATCH System (Rear) Outside Seat Position 1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2.
Page 79 For vehicles with a full bench seat in the third row, there is no top strap anchor in the driver’s side position. Do not secure a child seat in this position if a national or local law requires that the top strap be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored.
Page 80 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-74...
Page 81 5. To tighten the belt, 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. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 82: Third Row Bench Seat
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position (Third Row Bench Seat) 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for 3.
Page 83 5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 6.
Page 84: Securing A Child Restraint In A Center Seat Position (Bucket Seat)
Securing a Child Restraint in a If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you’ll be using the lap belt to secure the child restraint Center Seat Position (Bucket Seat) in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
Page 85 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. To tighten the belt, feed it back into the retractor positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 86: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Your vehicle has a front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: Right Front Seat Position CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger’s air bag inﬂates.
Page 87 A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
Page 88 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, retractor to set the lock. pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 89: Built-In Child Restraint
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Built-In Child Restraint 60/40 Bench Seat If your vehicle has this option in a bucket seat, each bucket seat that has the built-in child restraint ﬁts in only...
Page 90 This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. CAUTION: Each child restraint is designed for use only by children who weigh between 22 and 40 pounds (10 and Using the vehicle’s built-in child restraint as a 18 kg), whose height is between 33.5 and 40 inches booster seat for a larger child could cause (850 and 1 016 mm), whose shoulders are below...
Page 91: Securing A Child In The Built-In Child Restraint
Securing a Child in the Built-In Child Restraint 2. Rotate the head restraint rearward until it touches the top of the seatback. Make sure there is no gap between the lower edge of the head restraint and the top of the seatback. 1.
Page 92 You will be using the child restraint’s harness (A) 3. Lower the child restraint cushion. to secure your child. Do not use the vehicle’s safety belts. 1-86...
Page 93 CAUTION: Using the vehicle’s regular safety belts on a child seated on the built-in child restraint cushion can cause serious injury to the child in a sudden stop or crash. Secure the child using the built-in child restraint’s harness. Warning: Failure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions on the use of this child restraint system can result in your child striking the vehicle’s interior during a sudden stop or crash.
Page 94 6. Select only one side of the harness. Place the 10. Pull up on the latch plates to make sure they are harness over the child’s shoulder. secure. 7. Push the latch plate (B) into the buckle until it clicks. Be sure the buckle is free of any foreign objects that may prevent you from securing the latch plates.
Page 95 CAUTION: A built-in child restraint harness that is not properly adjusted can cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision. A harness that is loose, twisted, worn improperly or improperly fastened will not be able to restrain the child’s upper body.
Page 96 13. Adjust the position of the harness on the child’s 12. Pull the shoulder harness adjustment strap (C) shoulder by moving the clip along the harness until it ﬁrmly until the harness is snugly adjusted around is level with the child’s armpits. On each side of the the child.
Page 97 Removing the Child from the Built-In Child Restraint 2. Unlatch the harness by pushing the button on the buckle. 3. Move one side of the harness off the child’s 1. Unfasten the shoulder harness clip. shoulder. 4. Move the other side of the harness off the child’s shoulder.
Page 98: Storing The Built-In Child Restraint
Storing the Built-In Child Restraint Always properly store the built-in child restraint before using the vehicle’s lap-shoulder belt. 2. Fold the child restraint cushion and leg rest up into the seatback. 3. Press the child restraint cushion ﬁrmly into the seatback.
Page 99 4. Then press the leg rest ﬁrmly into the seatback, 5. Rotate the head restraint forward and push it all the and secure it by pressing the upper corners way down. against the fastener strips on the seatback. Just like the other restraint systems in your vehicle, your built-in child restraint needs to be periodically checked and may need to have parts replaced after a crash.
Page 100: Air Bag Systems
Air Bag Systems Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inﬂating frontal air bag. But these air bags must inﬂate very quickly to do their This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag job and comply with federal regulations.
Page 101 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: unrestrained occupants, frontal air bags may Both frontal and side impact air bags inﬂate provide less protection in frontal crashes than with great force, faster than the blink of an more forceful air bags have provided in eye.
Page 102 There is an air bag readiness light on the CAUTION: instrument panel cluster, which shows the air bag symbol. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but The system checks the air bag electrical system for not for young children and infants.
Page 103: Where Are The Air Bags
Where Are the Air Bags? The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-97...
Page 104 If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact air bag If your vehicle has one, the right front passenger’s side is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door.
Page 105: When Should An Air Bag Inﬂate
When Should an Air Bag Inﬂate? CAUTION: The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inﬂate If something is between an occupant and an only if the impact speed is above the system’s air bag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it designed “threshold level.”...
Page 106: What Makes An Air Bag Inﬂate
If your vehicle strikes something that will move or What Makes an Air Bag Inﬂate? deform, such as a parked car, the threshold level will be higher. The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing air bags are not designed to inﬂate in rollovers, rear system detects that the vehicle is in a crash.
Page 107: What Will You See After An Air Bag Inﬂates
primarily because an occupant’s motion is not toward those air bags. Air bags should never be regarded CAUTION: as anything more than a supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions for the driver’s and right front passenger’s When an air bag inﬂates, there is dust in the frontal air bags, and only in moderate to severe air.
Page 108 In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate an air bag, Notice: If you damage the covering for the driver’s windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. or the right front passenger’s air bag, or the air Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the bag covering on the driver’s and right front right front passenger air bag.
Page 109: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Restraint System Check Vehicle Checking Your Restraint Systems Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light around your vehicle.
Page 110: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If the frontal air bags inﬂate, you’ll also need to replace the driver’s and right front passenger’s safety belt After a Crash buckle assembly. Be sure to do so. Then the new buckle assembly will be there to help protect you in a collision. If safety belts or built-in child restraint harness straps CAUTION: are cut or damaged, replace them.
Page 111: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls ® Keys ...............2-3 PASS-Key III Operation .......2-30 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-4 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ....2-32 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-32 Doors and Locks ..........2-9 Ignition Positions ..........2-32 Door Locks ............2-9 Starting Your Engine ........2-33 Power Door Locks ........2-11...
Page 112 Section 2 Features and Controls Storage Areas ..........2-51 Vehicle Personalization ........2-60 Glove Box ...........2-51 Entering Programming Mode ......2-61 Cupholder(s) ..........2-51 Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting ....2-61 Compact Overhead Console ......2-52 Automatic Door Locks ........2-62 Overhead Console ........2-52 Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent ..2-63 Front Seat Storage Net .........2-54 Remote Driver Unlock Control ......2-64 Luggage Carrier ...........2-55...
Page 113: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed.
Page 114: Remote Keyless Entry System
® Your vehicle has the PASS-Key III vehicle theft Remote Keyless Entry System system. The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle’s steering column. If equipped, the keyless entry system operates on a If a replacement key or any additional key is needed, radio frequency subject to Federal Communications you must purchase this key from your dealer.
Page 115: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is Remote Keyless Entry System normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the Operation transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: You can lock and unlock •...
Page 116: Remote Alarm
When you use your remote keyless entry transmitter to Remote Alarm unlock your vehicle or to operate the power sliding When you press the horn button on the remote keyless door(s), the parking lamps will ﬂash to let you know the entry transmitter, the parking lamps will ﬂash and the command was received.
Page 117: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
If the power sliding door(s) is locked, ﬁrst unlock all doors, Matching Transmitter(s) to Your then press the van symbol to open the power sliding Vehicle door(s). The parking lamps will ﬂash when the right button with the van symbol is pressed and they will not Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to ﬂash when the left button with the van symbol is pressed.
Page 118: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to change the battery.
Page 119: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks CAUTION: (Continued) Door Locks • Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can CAUTION: suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it.
Page 120 To unlock the driver’s door from the outside with the key, insert the key and turn it toward the front of the vehicle. If your vehicle has power door locks, you may be able to unlock all of the doors and the liftgate by inserting the key, turning it toward the front of the vehicle, and holding it there for one second.
Page 121: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks You can lock all doors and the liftgate from the inside by pressing the rear of the power lock switch on either front door. With the content theft-deterrent system, the power door lock switch may cause the system to arm. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-27 for more details.
Page 122: Last Door Closed Locking
Last Door Closed Locking Programmable Automatic Door Locks The last door closed locking feature will delay the power locking of the doors and liftgate for up to ﬁve seconds All of the doors will lock automatically when you move after exiting the vehicle, when the power door lock your shift lever out of PARK (P).
Page 123: Sliding Door Delayed Locking
Sliding Door Delayed Locking Leaving Your Vehicle If either sliding door is open when you use the power If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door locks to lock the vehicle, the sliding door that door and set the locks from the inside. Then get out is open will not lock.
Page 124: Sliding Door Lock
Sliding Door Lock CAUTION: If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep grade (15 percent or more), the door may not stay open and could slam shut, possibly injuring someone. To make sure the door does not slam shut be sure to hold it open until everyone is clear of the door, and only then allow it to slowly close.
Page 125: Sliding Door Security Lock
Sliding Door Security Lock Your vehicle is equipped with a sliding door security lock that helps prevent young children or other passengers from opening the sliding door(s) using the inside door handle. To use one of these locks, do the following: 1.
Page 126: Power Sliding Door (Psd)
4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the other door. Power Sliding Door (PSD) If your vehicle has the power sliding door(s), you can If your vehicle has this feature, you can open and close override the security lock by pressing either power door the sliding door(s) using the switches inside of your lock switch while the power sliding door override vehicle.
Page 127 If you have the dual sliding doors, your vehicle has these switches. The left switch is for the driver’s side power sliding door and the right switch is for the passenger’s side sliding door. The power sliding door and the power sliding door override is one switch.
Page 128 This switch is in front of the If the power sliding door(s) is open or in the process of driver’s or the passenger’s closing when you shift out of PARK (P), a buzzer side sliding door. will sound. This is a warning that the sliding door(s) is not completely closed.
Page 129 The driver’s side sliding door is designed to open only a little if the fuel door is open. If this ever happens, do not try to force the sliding door. When the fuel ﬁller door is closed, the driver’s side sliding door can be opened normally.
Page 130 To open the power sliding door(s) when the power sliding door override switch(es) is on, pull the inside or CAUTION: outside handle and slide the door all the way back. If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep grade (15 percent or more), the door may not stay open and could slam shut, possibly injuring someone.
Page 131: Resetting The Power Sliding Door
Resetting the Power Sliding Door 3. If the power sliding door override is on, press the textured end of the power sliding door override The power sliding door may operate incorrectly or not at switch to turn it off. all because of the following conditions: 4.
Page 132: Liftgate
Liftgate CAUTION: To unlock or lock the liftgate from the outside, use the remote keyless entry transmitter. For more information, see Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate page 2-5. open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can Open the liftgate using the handle located above the come into your vehicle.
Page 133 To close the liftgate, pull down on the handle, then ﬁrmly shut the liftgate. Don’t drive with the liftgate open, even slightly. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-43. A message in your instrument panel cluster will warn you if the liftgate is not completely closed. See Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message on page 3-55.
Page 134: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle 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.
Page 135: Manual Windows
Manual Windows The switches on the driver’s door armrest control the front windows when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power Use the manual cranks to open and close the front (RAP) is active. See “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” windows.
Page 136: Side Window Latches
Side Window Latches Power Rear Quarter Windows The rear of each side window swings open. Your vehicle may have power rear quarter windows. To open, pull the latch This switch, located in the forward to release it, then overhead console swing the window switchbank, is used for outward.
Page 137: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Sun Visors Theft-Deterrent Systems To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. can also remove them from the center mount and Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent swing them to the side.
Page 138: Arming With The Power Lock Switch
While armed, the doors will not unlock with the power Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry door lock switch. Transmitter Once armed, the alarm will go off if someone tries to Your alarm system will arm when you use your remote enter the vehicle without using the remote keyless entry keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors, if the key transmitter or a key, or turns the ignition to ON.
Page 139: Disarming With Your Key
Disarming with the Remote Keyless This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Entry Transmitter 1. this device may not cause harmful interference, and Your alarm system will disarm when you use your 2.
Page 140: Theft-Deterrent Systems
® PASS-Key III Operation If the engine does not start and the security message comes on, the key may have a damaged transponder. Turn the ignition off and try again. Your vehicle is equipped ® If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to with the PASS-Key be undamaged, try another ignition key.
Page 141 Canadian Owners: If you lose or damage your keys, 5. The security message will turn off once the key has ® only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key III to been programmed. It may not be apparent that the have new keys made. To program additional keys you security message went on due to how quickly will need two current driver’s keys, black in color.
Page 142: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Ignition Positions Vehicle With the key in the ignition, you can turn it to ﬁve different positions. New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: •...
Page 143: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Notice: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you Retained Accessory Power (RAP) can not turn it, be sure you are using the correct With RAP, the power windows, power rear quarter key; if so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with windows, audio system and the automatic level control your hand.
Page 144: Engine Coolant Heater
2. If the engine does not start in 10 seconds, push the Engine Coolant Heater accelerator pedal about one-quarter of the way down while you turn the key to START. Do this until the engine starts. As soon as it does, let go of the key.
Page 145: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the 1. Turn off the engine. kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact 2.
Page 146 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle CAUTION: (Continued) shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is when the ignition key is in RUN.
Page 147 NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine does not AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for connect with the wheels. To restart when you are normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use you are: NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed.
Page 148: Warm-Up Shift
Warm-Up Shift Notice: Driving in SECOND (2) for more than 25 miles (40 km) or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h) Your vehicle has a computer controlled transaxle may damage the transaxle. Also, shifting into designed to warm up the engine faster when the outside SECOND (2) at speeds above 65 mph (105 km/h) can temperature is 35°F (2°C) or colder.
Page 149: Parking Brake
Parking Brake To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot while you push down on the parking brake pedal with your left foot. To release the The parking brake is tension on the parking brake cable, you will need to apply located under the about the same amount of pressure to the parking brake instrument panel on the...
Page 150: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) 2. To move the shift lever into PARK (P), do the following: CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 151: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch ﬁre.
Page 152: Torque Lock
Torque Lock Shifting Out of Park (P) If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the control system which locks the shift lever in PARK (P) vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in when the ignition is in the OFF position.
Page 153: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
Page 154: Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
Running Your Engine While You CAUTION: Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if you ever have to, here are some things to know. the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 155: Mirrors
Mirrors Then use the control to adjust each mirror so that you can see a little of the side of your vehicle and the area beside and behind your vehicle when you are Manual Rearview Mirror sitting in a comfortable driving position. If you are not adjusting either mirror, leave the control in To reduce glare from lights behind you, pull the lever the center off position.
Page 156: Outside Heated Mirrors
Outside Heated Mirrors A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required ® prior to delivery of OnStar services and prepaid ® calling minutes are also required for OnStar Personal If your vehicle has the outside rearview mirrors, they are ® Calling and OnStar Virtual Advisor use.
Page 157: Homelink Transmitter
® Directions and Connections Plan HomeLink Transmitter • All Safe and Sound Plan services • Route Support • RideAssist • Information and Convenience Services Luxury and Leisure Plan • All Directions and Connections Plan services • Personal Concierge ® OnStar Personal Calling HomeLink, a combined universal transmitter and ®...
Page 158: Programming The Homelink
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as ® Operation is subject to the following two conditions: well as for future HomeLink programming. It is also (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, ®...
Page 159 2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds about 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the and then turns to a constant light, continue with ® HomeLink buttons while keeping the indicator light Steps 6 through 8 following to complete the in view.
Page 160: Gate Operator And Canadian Programming
® Gate Operator and Canadian Erasing HomeLink Buttons Programming To erase programming from the three buttons do the following: Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time out” or quit after several seconds of 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons until transmission.
Page 161: Storage Areas
Resetting Defaults Glove Box ® To reset HomeLink to default settings do the following: Your vehicle has a glove box below the instrument panel. To open the glove box, lift the latch release. 1. Hold down the two outside buttons for about 20 seconds until the indicator light begins to ﬂash.
Page 162: Compact Overhead Console
Compact Overhead Console Overhead Console The front overhead console includes two reading lamps, a storage compartment and a switchbank. If your vehicle is equipped with an overhead console, it may contain the following: • Reading lamps. See “Front Reading Lamps” or “Rear Reading Lamps”...
Page 163: Garage Door Opener Compartment
• 2. Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop Storage compartments. See Storage Areas on fastener and press it ﬁrmly to the back of your page 2-51. garage door opener. • Garage door opener compartment. See “Garage Door Opener Compartment” following. •...
Page 164: Front Seat Storage Net
4. Once the opener is installed, use the black pegs Front Seat Storage Net inside the compartment door to make sure the lined area on the compartment door will contact the control button on your garage door opener when pressed. There may be a storage net that stretches between the front seats.
Page 165: Luggage Carrier
Luggage Carrier CAUTION: If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier — like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth — the wind can catch it as you drive along.
Page 166: Rear Storage Area
When you carry cargo on the luggage carrier of a Convenience Net proper size and weight, put it on the slats, as far forward as you can. You can then tie it down. Your vehicle may have a convenience net. The convenience net is designed to help keep small loads, Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when like grocery bags, from falling over.
Page 167: Convenience Center
Convenience Center CAUTION: If any removable convenience item is not secured properly, it can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to secure any such item properly. Your vehicle may have a convenience center. It comes with the stowable seat.
Page 168: Removing The Convenience Center
Removing the Convenience Center Replacing the Convenience Center 1. Make sure that all items are off of the convenience 1. Make sure the stowable seat is properly installed in center and that it is empty. the vehicle. See Stowable Seat on page 1-26 for more information.
Page 169 3. Lift the convenience center up and into the rear of 7. Turn the hand knob clockwise until it is tight. the vehicle. 8. Pull up on the convenience center to make sure it is locked into place. The tray sill can be folded down onto the stowable seat to close the space between the two while the stowable seat is folded down.
Page 170: Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization Your vehicle’s locks and lighting systems can be programmed with several different features. The features you can program depend on the options that came with your vehicle. The following chart shows the features that can be programmed. To determine which features your vehicle is equipped with, follow the steps listed for entering the programming mode.
Page 171: Entering Programming Mode
Entering Programming Mode Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting To program features, your vehicle must be in the programming mode. Follow these steps: This feature allows you to customize the interior lamps 1. The content theft-deterrent system must be when entering and exiting the vehicle. disarmed.
Page 172: Automatic Door Locks
Mode 4: Both Features On. This combines Automatic Door Locks Modes 2 and 3. This feature allows you to customize the automatic Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 4. The locking and unlocking of the doors when using the shift mode may have been changed since then.
Page 173: Last Door Locking And Lockout Deterrent
Mode 4: Automatic Unlocking with Transaxle in Last Door Locking and Lockout PARK (P) Deterrent • Shift into PARK (P) with the ignition on; all doors will unlock automatically. This feature allows you to customize the automatic locking of the doors when exiting the vehicle. •...
Page 174: Remote Driver Unlock Control
Mode 4: Both Features On. This combines Remote Driver Unlock Control Modes 2 and 3. This feature allows you to customize the UNLOCK Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 4. The button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. mode may have been changed since then. To determine the current mode, or to change the mode, do the Programmable Modes following:...
Page 175: Remote Lock And Unlock Conﬁrmation
Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 2. The Remote Lock and Unlock mode may have been changed since then. To Conﬁrmation determine the current mode, or to change the mode, do the following: If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to 1.
Page 176 Mode 3: Exterior Lamps Flash and Horn Sounds Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 4. The mode may have been changed since then. To determine • When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter the current mode, or to change the mode, do the to lock your vehicle, the horn will sound and your following: parking lamps will ﬂash to let you know the...
Page 177: Content Theft-Deterrent System
Content Theft-Deterrent System 2. Turn the parking lamps on, then off. 3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number This feature allows you to turn the content theft deterrent of chimes indicates the vehicle’s current on and off. programmed mode.
Page 178: Arming And Disarming The Content
Arming and Disarming the Content Mode 2: Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Arm/Disarm Only Theft-Deterrent System • The system will arm when you lock the doors with your remote keyless entry transmitter. The key To arm or disarm the content theft-deterrent system, the must be removed from the ignition when you lock system must be turned on by using Modes 1, 2, or 4 the doors or the content theft-deterrent system...
Page 179: Exiting Programming Mode
Mode 3: Standard Arming and Disarming 4. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes indicates the vehicle’s current • The system will arm when you lock the doors using programmed mode. If you do not wish to change either power door lock switch while any door or the the current mode, you can either exit the liftgate is open and the key is removed from the...
Page 180 NOTES 2-70...
Page 181 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators .....3-36 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators .....3-36 Other Warning Devices ........3-7 Instrument Panel Cluster ........3-37 Horn .............3-7 Speedometer and Odometer ......3-39 Tilt Wheel .............3-7 Tachometer ..........3-40 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-8 Safety Belt Reminder Light ......3-41...
Page 182 Section 3 Instrument Panel Power Sliding Door Warning Message .....3-54 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Door Ajar Warning Message ......3-55 (Without Entertainment System) ....3-111 Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message ....3-55 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ® PASS-Key III Security Message ....3-56 (With Entertainment System) .....3-112 All-Wheel Drive Disable Warning Message ..3-56 Theft-Deterrent Feature Low Fuel Warning Message ......3-57...
Page 183 NOTES...
Page 184: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 185 The main components of the instrument panel are the K. Horn. See Horn on page 3-7. following: L. Ignition Switch. See Ignition Positions on page 2-32. A. Side Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-29. M. Climate Controls. See Climate Control System on B.
Page 186: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning ﬂashers button is located on top of the steering column. Your hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off.
Page 187: Other Warning Devices
Other Warning Devices To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Horn You can sound the horn by pressing the horn symbols on your steering wheel.
Page 188: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is ﬁnished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 189 If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer accident. If the arrows do not go on at all when you To change the headlamps from high to low beam or signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and check the from low to high, pull the turn signal lever all the fuse.
Page 190: Windshield Wipers
Flash-to-Pass HIGH: Turn the band to HIGH, for steady wiping at high speed. When the headlamps are off, pull the lever toward you DELAY: Turn the band away from you to one of the to momentarily switch on the high beams. This will ﬁve sensitivity settings between OFF and LOW, to signal that you are going to pass.
Page 191: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer Rear Window Washer/Wiper If your vehicle has a rear (Windshield Washer): Press and hold the window wiper, the switch is windshield washer paddle with this symbol on it to wash located in the instrument your windshield. The washers and wipers will operate. panel switchbank.
Page 192: Cruise Control
To wash the rear window when the rear wiper is already on, press the top of the switch with the wash symbol CAUTION: on it. Press in the bottom of the switch to continue the intermittent wiper cycle after the washing cycle is completed.
Page 193 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.
Page 194 Resuming a Set Speed • Move the cruise switch from ON to R/A. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then release the switch. To increase your speed and then you apply the brake.
Page 195: Exterior Lamps
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Exterior Lamps Cruise Control To pass another vehicle while using cruise control, use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the...
Page 196: Lamps On Reminder
A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the (Parking Lamps): Turning the control to this DRL work, so be sure it is not covered. The DRL setting turns on the parking lamps together with the system will make front parking and turn signal lamps following: come on in daylight when the following conditions •...
Page 197: Interior Lamps
To idle your vehicle with the DRL and automatic Interior Lamps Override headlamps off, set the parking brake while the ignition is in OFF or LOCK. Then start the vehicle. The DRL This switch is located in and automatic headlamps will stay off until you release the overhead console the parking brake.
Page 198: Entry Lighting
Entry Lighting Delayed Lighting With entry lighting, the interior of your vehicle is The delayed lighting feature will continue to illuminate illuminated so that you can see inside before you enter the interior for 25 seconds after all doors have been your vehicle.
Page 199: Exit Lighting
Exit Lighting Front Reading Lamps With exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on for about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ignition. If you turn the ignition key to RUN or ACCESSORY, the lamps will fade out. The lamps will also fade out if you lock the doors with the power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 200: Rear Reading Lamps
Rear Reading Lamps Battery Run-Down Protection There may be two reading lamps in the third row Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from headliner. To turn either reading lamp on or off, press draining the battery, in case you accidentally leave the the lens of the lamp.
Page 201: Switchbanks
Switchbanks The instrument panel switchbank is located in the instrument panel below the comfort controls. This switchbank may include the following: There are two sets of switchbanks located in the front of the vehicle. The switches will vary with the options •...
Page 202: Overhead Console Switchbank
Overhead Console Switchbank Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) The Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system is designed to help you park, while the vehicle is in REVERSE (R). It operates only at very low speeds, less than 3 mph (5 km/h). URPA can help make parking easier and to help you avoid colliding with objects such as parked vehicles.
Page 203 URPA can be turned off by pressing the rear park aid CAUTION: disable switch located in the overhead console switchbank. While the Even with the Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist system is disabled, system, the driver must check carefully before an indicator light will be lit backing up.
Page 204: How The System Works
How the System Works When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly Unless disabled, the URPA will turn on automatically when the shift lever is moved into REVERSE (R). When The light may ﬂash red when the vehicle is in the system turns on, the three lights on the display REVERSE (R) if the ultrasonic sensors are not kept will illuminate for one and a half seconds to let you know...
Page 205: Accessory Power Outlets
Accessory Power Outlets Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a With accessory power outlets you can plug in electrical problem see your dealer for additional information equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio.
Page 206: Climate Controls
Climate Controls (Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, then directs the remaining air to the ﬂoor outlets. Cooler air is directed to the upper Climate Control System outlets and warmer air to the ﬂoor outlets. With this system you can control the heating, cooling (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the and ventilation for your vehicle.
Page 207 On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air (Recirculation): This mode keeps outside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time from coming in the vehicle. It can be used to prevent it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or help the system to operate more efficiently.
Page 208: Rear Window Defogger
Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity, The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to or moisture, condensing on the cool window glass. remove fog from the rear window. This can be minimized if the climate control system is <...
Page 209: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment Rear Climate Control System (Without Entertainment System) Your vehicle may have a rear climate-control system that allows the driver to adjust the fan speed or a rear-seat passenger to set a separate temperature and adjust the fan speed, for the rear-seating area. This system works with the main climate-control system in your vehicle.
Page 210: Selecting The Fan Speed
Directing the Airﬂow To direct the airﬂow to the rear-seating area, use the right knob located on the main climate-control panel. • Select vent or bi-level mode to direct air to the rear of the vehicle through the overhead outlets. •...
Page 211 Setting the Temperature Rear Air Outlets To increase airﬂow through the rear ﬂoor outlets, place If the driver is adjusting the temperature, do the the left bucket seat in the second row in the forward following: position. For more information, see Rear Seat Operation To increase or decrease the temperature for the entire on page 1-6.
Page 212: Rear Climate Control System
Rear Climate Control System (With Entertainment System) Your vehicle may have a rear climate-control system that allows the driver to adjust the fan speed or a rear-seat passenger to set a separate temperature and adjust the fan speed, for the rear-seating area. This system works with the main climate-control system in These controls are overhead, on the control panel your vehicle.
Page 213 Directing the Airﬂow Setting the Temperature To direct the airﬂow to the rear-seating area, use the If the driver is adjusting the temperature, do the right knob located on the main climate-control panel. following: • Select vent or bi-level mode to direct air to the To increase or decrease the temperature for the entire vehicle, use the temperature controls located on the rear of the vehicle through the overhead outlets.
Page 214: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
The outlet behind the left rear seat is the cold air return outlet. Be sure to keep it free from obstructions. Also, keep the area around the base of the center instrument panel console, between and under the front seats, free of objects that could also obstruct airﬂow to the rear-seating area.
Page 215 3. The ﬁrst air ﬁlter will pull straight out. To remove the second, reach in and slide it toward the opening. Pull the second ﬁlter out. 4. Replace the ﬁlters by reversing Step 3. Make sure the ﬁlters are inserted so that the sealing foam is angled in the same direction on both ﬁlters.
Page 216: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages and Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages Indicators and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on Warning Lights, Gages, and when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows...
Page 217: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. The indicator warning lights and gages are explained on the following pages.
Page 218 Cluster with Tachometer 3-38...
Page 219: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer In addition to the standard odometer, the cluster can also display two separate trip odometers, designated by the letter A or B in the display window, as well as Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both your vehicle’s Engine Oil Life, which is designated by miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).
Page 220: Tachometer
Retro-Active Reset Tachometer Each of the two trip odometers has a feature called retro-active reset. This feature can be used to set either or both trip odometer(s) to the number of miles (kilometers) driven since the ignition was last turned on. This can be used if you forget to reset your trip odometer at the beginning of a trip.
Page 221: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light Air Bag Readiness Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument come on for several seconds to remind people to panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system fasten their safety belts.
Page 222: Brake System Warning Light
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the Brake System Warning Light vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light serviced right away.
Page 223: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the Anti-Lock Brake System Warning road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is Light harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the ﬂoor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 224: Traction Control System (Tcs) Warning Light
Traction Control System (TCS) Your vehicle may have a traction control system warning light. The traction control system warning light Warning Light may come on for the following reasons: • If you turn the system off by pressing the TCS button located in the instrument panel switchbank the warning light will come on and stay on.
Page 225: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot! Cluster with Tachometer United States Canada It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 226: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the Service Engine Soon Light in the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner United States or Check Engine Light in environment.
Page 227: If The Light Is On Steady
This light should come on, as a check to show you it is If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to do so, working, when the ignition is on and the engine is stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. not running.
Page 228 You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling Emissions Inspection and Maintenance when you put the vehicle into gear, misﬁring, hesitation Programs on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) Some state/provincial and local governments have or This will be detected by the system and cause the may begin programs to inspect the emission control...
Page 229: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage When the indicator nears empty, you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon. Cluster with Tachometer United States Canada If your fuel is low, the warning message in the message center will come on. See Low Fuel Warning Message on page 3-57.
Page 230: Message Center
• If your vehicle has the traction control system and this It takes a little more or a little less fuel to ﬁll up than message is displayed when you’re driving, there may be the gage reads. For example, the gage reads half a problem with your traction control system.
Page 231: Traction Active Message
Traction Active Message Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message United States Canada United States Canada If your vehicle has the traction control system, the TRACTION ACTIVE message will appear when the This message will come on when your engine gets traction control system is limiting wheel spin. You may too hot.
Page 232 Charging System Indicator Message Low Oil Pressure Message The charging system battery symbol will come on in the message center when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working. United States Canada It will remain on as long as the engine is not running. It Your vehicle is equipped with a low oil pressure warning should go out once the engine is running.
Page 233: Maintenance Schedule
When the engine is running and this message appears, Change Engine Oil Message the engine oil level may be too low. There may also be another problem causing low oil pressure. CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it United States Canada...
Page 234: Power Sliding Door Warning Message
Power Sliding Door Warning If you shift the transaxle out of PARK (P) while the power sliding door is open or in the process of closing, Message and the power sliding door is turned off, a buzzer will sound. This is a warning that the power sliding door is not completely closed.
Page 235: Door Ajar Warning Message
Door Ajar Warning Message Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message United States Canada United States Canada This message will come on when the ignition is turned This message will come on when the ignition is turned to RUN or START and the driver’s or passenger’s to RUN or START and the rear hatch is open.
Page 236: All-Wheel Drive Disable Warning Message
® PASS-Key III Security Message All-Wheel Drive Disable Warning Message United States Canada United States Canada If you are ever driving and this message comes on and stays on, you will be able to restart your engine if Your vehicle may have this message. If it does, it will you turn it off.
Page 237: Low Fuel Warning Message
Low Fuel Warning Message Driver Information Center (DIC) United States Canada If your fuel is low, the warning message will come on and stay on until you add fuel. If the warning message is still on after adding fuel, you need to reset the warning message.
Page 238: Compass Variance
E/M (English/Metric Button): You can change the Setting the Variance display to a metric or English reading at any time by pressing E/M. MODE: Press this button to cycle through three modes of operation – off, compass/temperature and trip computer mode. Off: No driver information is displayed in this mode of operation.
Page 239: Trip Computer
Automatic Compass Calibration Error Displays • The compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the An error of the vehicle’s speed sensor or fuel need to manually set the compass. When the vehicle is sender will cause -E- to be displayed. new, the calibration process may not be complete. In •...
Page 240: Audio System(S)
FUEL USED (Trip Fuel Used): This shows the Audio System(s) accumulated fuel used since the last reset. Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to AVG SPEED (Average Speed): This shows the your vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobile average speed since the last reset.
Page 241: Setting The Time For Radios Without Radio
Setting the Time for Radios without Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour appears on the display. AM will appear on the display for Radio Data Systems (RDS) morning hours. Press and hold the minute button until the correct minute appears on the display.
Page 242: Am-Fm Radio
AM-FM Radio Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, or AM. The display will show your selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stations. SEEK : Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there.
Page 243: Setting Preset Stations
Setting Preset Stations To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position, ﬁrst end out of audio mode The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your by pressing another button, causing the radio to perform favorite stations.
Page 244: Radio With Cd (Base Level)
To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls Radio with CD (Base Level) to the middle position, ﬁrst end out of audio mode by pressing another button, causing the radio to perform that function, or by waiting ﬁve seconds for the display to return to time of day.
Page 245: Playing The Radio
This system relies upon receiving speciﬁc information Playing the Radio from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on may broadcast incorrect information that will cause and off.
Page 246: Finding A Station
DISPL (Display): Press this knob to switch the display Finding a Station between the radio station frequency and the time. Time display is available with the ignition turned off. BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (48 contiguous US states, if For RDS, press the DISPL knob to change what appears equipped).
Page 247 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS favorite stations. You can set up to 30 stations or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, six XM1 and six XM2 increase or to decrease.
Page 248: Rds And Xm
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station (RDS and XM™) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: knob until BAL appears on the display.
Page 249: Rds Messages
If both PTY and TRAF are on, the radio will search for RDS Messages stations with the selected PTY and traffic announcements. ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. When an alert announcement comes on the current If the radio cannot ﬁnd the desired program type, NONE radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display.
Page 250: Radio Messages
When a message is not available from a station, NO Your radio will play the traffic announcement even if the INFO will appear on the display. volume is low. Your radio will interrupt the play of a CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic TRAF (Traffic): If TRAF appears on the display, the announcements.
Page 251 XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Condition Action Required Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 252 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message No Info Category Name not No category information is available at this time on this available channel. Your system is working properly. No Info No Text/Informational No text or informational messages are available at this message available time on this channel.
Page 253: Playing A Cd
Playing a CD Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD. If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The later in this section. player will pull it in, and READING will appear on the display.
Page 254 4 FWD (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to DISPL (Display): Press this knob to see how long the advance quickly within a track. Press and hold this current track has been playing. ET and the elapsed time pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at six of the track will appear on the display.
Page 255: Radio With Cd (Mp3)
CD Messages Radio with CD (MP3) If CHECK CD appears on the display and the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: • It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. •...
Page 256 With RDS, your radio can do the following: XM™ Satellite Radio Service • (48 Contiguous US States) Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming XM™ is a continental U.S. based satellite radio service • Receive announcements concerning local and that offers 100 coast to coast channels including national emergencies music, news, sports, talk, and children’s programming.
Page 257 AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic For XM™ (48 contiguous US states, if equipped), press volume, your audio system adjusts automatically the DISPL knob while in XM™ mode to retrieve four to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. different categories of information related to the current song or channel: Artist, Song Title, Category or PTY, Set the volume at the desired level.
Page 258 5. Press and hold one of the six numbered PSCAN (Preset Scan) : Press and hold either pushbuttons until you hear a beep. Whenever you arrow for more than two seconds. SCAN will appear on press that numbered pushbutton, the station the display and the radio will produce one beep.
Page 259 AUTO TONE (Automatic Tone): Press this button to Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station select customized equalization settings designed (RDS and XM™) for country/western, jazz, talk, pop, rock, and classical. To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: To return the bass and treble to the manual mode, push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL 1.
Page 260 If the radio cannot ﬁnd the desired program type, NONE ALERT! will not be affected by tests of the emergency will appear on the display and the radio will return to broadcast system. This feature is not supported by the last station you were listening to. all RDS stations.
Page 261 TRAF (Traffic): If TRAF appears on the display, the Radio Messages tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned CAL ERR (Calibration Error): Your audio system has radio station you will hear it. been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CAL ERR appears on the display it means that your If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic radio has not been conﬁgured properly for your vehicle...
Page 262 XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Condition Action Required Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 263 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message No Info Category Name not No category information is available at this time on this available channel. Your system is working properly. No Info No Text/Informational No text or informational messages are available at this message available time on this channel.
Page 264 Playing a CD Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD. If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The later in this section. player will pull it in, and READING will appear on the display.
Page 265 4 FWD (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to TUNE: Turning the TUNE knob will fast track reverse or advance quickly within a track. Press and hold this advance through tracks. The track number will appear pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at six on the display for each track.
Page 266: Using An Mp3 Cd
Using an MP3 CD Root Directory MP3 Format The root directory will be treated as a folder. If the root directory has compressed audio ﬁles, the directory This MP3 player will accept MP3 ﬁles that were recorded will be displayed as F1 ROOT. All ﬁles contained directly on an up to 700 MB CD-R CD.
Page 267 Order of Play File System and Naming Tracks will be played in the following order: The song name that will be displayed will be the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag. If the song name • Play will begin from the ﬁrst track in the ﬁrst playlist is not present in the ID3 tag, then the radio will and will continue sequentially through all tracks in display the ﬁle name without the extension (such...
Page 268 If you turn off the ignition or radio with a CD in the 1 FLD (Previous Folder): Press this pushbutton to player it will stay in the player. When you turn on the go to the ﬁrst track in the previous folder. Pressing this ignition or radio, the CD will start to play where it button while in folder random mode will take you to the stopped, if it was the last selected audio source.
Page 269 6 RDM (Random): To random the tracks in the current TUNE: Turning the TUNE knob will fast track reverse or folder or playlist, press and release this pushbutton. advance through the tracks in all folders or playlists. FLDR RDM will appear on the display. Once all of the The track number and ﬁle name will appear on the tracks in the current folder or playlist have been display for each track.
Page 270 To change the default on the display, press the DISPL CD Messages knob until you see the display you want, then hold this knob for two seconds. The radio will produce one CHECK CD: If this message appears on the display beep and the selected display will now be the default.
Page 271: Radio With Six-Disc Cd
Radio with Six-Disc CD This system relies upon receiving speciﬁc information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station.
Page 272 Playing the Radio For XM™ (48 contiguous US states, if equipped), press the RCL knob while in XM™ mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current PWR (Power): Push this knob to turn the system on song or channel: Artist, Song Title, Category or PTY, and off.
Page 273 3. Tune in the desired station. SCAN : Press and hold either SCAN arrow for two seconds until SC appears on the display and 4. Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization. you hear a beep. The radio will go to a station, play for 5.
Page 274 AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press this button Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station to select customized bass, midrange, and treble (RDS and XM™) equalization settings designed for country, jazz, talk, pop, rock, and classical. To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: To return to the manual mode (CUSTOM), press the 1.
Page 275: Setting Preset Ptys (Rds Only)
To use the PTY interrupt feature, press and hold the To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND P-TYPE button until you hear a beep on the PTY again for two seconds. AF OFF will appear on the you want to interrupt with. When selected, an asterisk display.
Page 276 RDS Messages TRAF (Traffic): If TRAF appears on the display, the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. To receive the traffic announcement from the tuned ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. station, press this button. Brackets will be displayed When an alert announcement comes on the current around TRAF and when a traffic announcement comes radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display.
Page 277 Radio Messages LOCKED: This message is displayed when the ® THEFTLOCK system has locked up. You must return to the dealer for service. CAL ERR (Calibration Error): Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be CAL ERR appears on the display it means that your corrected, contact your dealer.
Page 278 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message CH Unavail Channel no longer This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. available Tune to another station. If this station was one of your presets, you may need to choose another station for that preset button.
Page 279 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message Unknown Radio ID not known If you receive this message when you tune to channel 0, (should only be if you may have a receiver fault. Consult with your dealer. hardware failure) Chk XMRcvr Hardware failure...
Page 280: Playing A Speciﬁc Loaded Cd
When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol will be displayed. When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol will be displayed. If you select an equalization setting for your CD, it will If more than one CD has been loaded, a number for be activated each time you play a CD.
Page 281 REMOVE CD will be displayed. You can now remove RPT (Repeat): With repeat, you can repeat one track the CD. If the CD is not removed, after 25 seconds, the or an entire CD. To use repeat, do the following: CD will be automatically pulled back into the receiver.
Page 282: Using Song List Mode
AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press AUTO EQ RCL (Recall): Press this knob to see how long the to select the desired equalization setting while playing current track has been playing. To change the default a CD. The equalization will be automatically set on the display (track and elapsed time), press the knob whenever you play a CD.
Page 283 3. Select the desired CD by pressing the numbered To delete tracks from the song list, perform the following pushbutton and then use the SEEK SCAN right steps: arrow button to locate the track that you want 1. Turn the CD player on. to save.
Page 284 To delete the entire song list, perform the following CD Messages steps: CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio 1. Turn the CD player on. display, it could be for one of the following reasons: 2. Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on. •...
Page 285: Entertainment System
Entertainment System Headphones Your vehicle may have an optional Digital Versatile Disc The entertainment system (DVD) entertainment system. The entertainment includes dual channel, system works with the vehicle’s audio system and wireless headphones. The includes a DVD player, a video display screen, headphones have an headphones and a remote control.
Page 286: Stereo Rca Jacks
If you move too far forward, step out of the vehicle or Battery Replacement break the “line of sight” between the headphones To change the batteries, do the following: and the display above the video screen, the sound in the headphones will be degraded or will cut out entirely. 1.
Page 287: Video Screen
To use the auxiliary function, connect a camcorder or a Video Screen video game unit to the RCA jacks and turn on the auxiliary device. If you want to view a DVD, insert the DVD into the DVD player. The system will automatically switch to DVD and start to play.
Page 288: Dvd Player
If a DVD is playing and the screen is raised to its locked The DVD player works while the ignition is in RUN or position, the screen will shut off, but the DVD will ACCESSORY and while RAP is active. See “Retained continue to play through the previously selected audio Accessory Power (RAP)”...
Page 289: Remote Control
Playing a Disc Ejecting a Disc To play a disc, gently insert the disc with the label side Press the stop/eject button on the DVD player once to up into the loading slot until it stops. The DVD player stop and a second time to eject the disc. will continue loading the disc and the player will If a disc is ejected from the player, but not removed, automatically start.
Page 290 Remote Control Buttons Next/ Prev (Next/Previous): Press the up or the down arrow to select the next or the previous chapter. These buttons may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews. Menu: Press this button to view the media menu. The media menu is different on every disc.
Page 291: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa) (Without Entertainment System)
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Rear Seat Radio Controls (Without Entertainment System) This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources: radio and CDs. However, the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to.
Page 292: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa) (With Entertainment System)
• If your vehicle has the MP3 CD player, press this SEEK : While listening to the radio, press the up button to take you to the next folder. or the down arrow to tune to the next or the previous station and stay there.
Page 293 Rear Seat Radio Controls While listening to a CD, press the right arrow to hear the next track on the CD. Press the left arrow to go back to the start of the current track, if more than eight seconds have played. These arrows are inactive if the CD mode on the front radio is in use.
Page 294: Theft-Deterrent Feature (Non-Rds Radios)
Theft-Deterrent Feature Audio Steering Wheel Controls (Non-RDS Radios) If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio. The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN).
Page 295: Dvd Distortion
PRESET: Press this button to play a station you have Radio Reception programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons. MODE: Press this button to choose FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (48 contiguous US states, if equipped). The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, If a CD is playing, it will stop and the radio will play.
Page 296: Care Of Your Cds And Dvds
Care of Your CDs and DVDs Cleaning the Video Screen Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases When cleaning the video screen, use only a clean cloth or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight dampened with clean water. Use care when directly and dust.
Page 297: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 City Driving ..........4-22 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Freeway Driving ...........4-23 Drunken Driving ..........4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-24 Control of a Vehicle ........4-6 Highway Hypnosis ........4-25 Braking ............4-6 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-26 Traction Control System (TCS) ......4-9...
Page 298: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task. Anything that distracts from the Your Vehicle driving task — such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call, reading, or reaching for something on the ﬂoor —...
Page 299 Police records show that almost half of all motor The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, who is drinking depends upon four things: these deaths are the result of someone who was • The amount of alcohol consumed drinking and driving.
Page 300 According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb It is the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s of about 0.06 percent.
Page 301 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of There is something else about drinking and driving that 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people do not know. Medical research shows that many people are impaired at a BAC approaching alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night.
Page 302: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where Braking action involves perception time and you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and reaction time. the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
Page 303: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle may have anti-lock brakes. ABS is an braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is advanced electronic braking system that will help a mistake.
Page 304 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you.
Page 305: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you If you do not have anti-lock, use a “squeeze” braking need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always technique. This will give you maximum braking while decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to maintaining steering control.
Page 306 If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise stuck in sand, mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is control will automatically disengage.
Page 307: Power Steering
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System Steering Tips Driving on Curves If your vehicle has all-wheel drive (AWD), the AWD system operates automatically without any action It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed. required by the driver. If the front drive wheels begin to A lot of the “driver lost control”...
Page 308: Steering In Emergencies
The same thing can happen if you are steering through Steering in Emergencies a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate. Those There are times when steering can be more effective two control systems — steering and acceleration — can than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd overwhelm those places where the tires meet the a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls road and make you lose control.
Page 309: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.
Page 310: Passing
Passing • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a thing, following too closely reduces your area of two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, vision, especially if you are following a larger accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then...
Page 311: Loss Of Control
• Loss of Control Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out Let us review what driving experts say about what of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough happens when the three control systems (brakes, ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your steering and acceleration) do not have enough friction...
Page 312 If you have the Traction Control System, remember: It lower gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If you do not have to slide. You may not realize the surface is slippery this system, or if the system is off, then an acceleration until your vehicle is skidding.
Page 313: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. • Drive defensively. • Do not drink and drive. • Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. • Since you can not see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Page 314: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
Page 315 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your Driving too fast through large water puddles or even windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy going through some car washes can cause problems, rain can make it harder to see road signs and too.
Page 316: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning Driving Through Deep Standing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep under your tires that they can actually ride on the puddles or standing water, water can come in water.
Page 317: Driving Through Flowing Water
Driving Through Flowing Water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips • Turn on your low-beam headlamps — not just your parking lamps — to help make you more visible to CAUTION: others. • Besides slowing down, allow some extra following Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. distance.
Page 318: City Driving
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 319: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic ﬂow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
Page 320: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the Here are some things you can check before a trip: proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive Are all windows clean inside and outside? on to the next exit.
Page 321: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Then here are some tips: • Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a Is there actually such a condition as “highway comfortably cool interior. hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? • Keep your eyes moving.
Page 322: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all ﬂuid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.
Page 323 • Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Do not swing wide CAUTION: or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the •...
Page 324: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles.
Page 325: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice What is the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet Most of the time, those places where your tires meet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the road probably have good traction.
Page 326: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
Unless you have the anti-lock braking system, you will If You Are Caught in a Blizzard want to brake very gently, too. (If you do have anti-lock, see Braking on page 4-6. This system improves your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road.) Whether you have the anti-lock braking system or not, you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement.
Page 327 • Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow. CAUTION: • Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make Snow can trap exhaust gases under your body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, vehicle.
Page 328: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine CAUTION: again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible.
Page 329: Towing
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out Recreational Vehicle Towing First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle clear the area around your front wheels. If your vehicle behind another vehicle – such as behind a motorhome. has traction control, you should turn your traction The two most common types of recreational vehicle control system off.
Page 330: Dinghy Towing
Dinghy Towing Dolly Towing Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all of its If you have a two-wheel-drive vehicle, it can be towed wheels on the ground. If you have a two-wheel-drive with two of its wheels on the ground. To dolly tow vehicle, it can be towed with two of its wheels on your vehicle, do the following: the ground.
Page 331: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label 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 may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certiﬁcation/Tire label.
Page 332 The Tire and Loading Information label also tells you 4. The resulting ﬁgure equals the available amount of the size and recommended inﬂation pressure for cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the the original equipment tires on your vehicle. For more “XXX”...
Page 333 Example 1 Example 2 Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Vehicle Capacity Weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) Weight for Example 1 for Example 2 Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 300 lbs (136 kg) Weight 150 lbs...
Page 334 Certiﬁcation/Tire Label Example 3 Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight 1,000 lbs The Certiﬁcation/Tire label is found on the rear edge of for Example 3 (453 kg) the driver’s door. Subtract Occupant The label shows the size of your original tires and the Weight 200 lbs 1,000 lbs (453 kg) inﬂation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight...
Page 335 The Certiﬁcation/Tire label also tells you the maximum If you put things inside your vehicle – like suitcases, weights for the front and rear axles, called the Gross tools, packages, or anything else – they will go as fast Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To ﬁnd out the actual loads as the vehicle goes.
Page 336: Towing A Trailer
Automatic Level Control Towing a Trailer On vehicles equipped with automatic level control, the rear of the vehicle is automatically kept level as you load CAUTION: or unload your vehicle. However, you should still not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-35.
Page 337: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
Your vehicle can tow a trailer. To identify what the • Consider using a sway control. See “Hitches” later vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should in this section. read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that •...
Page 338: Weight Of The Trailer
You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 In Canada, write to:...
Page 339: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inﬂated to the upper limit for cold tires. You will ﬁnd these numbers on the Certiﬁcation/Tire label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-35. Then be sure you do not go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue.
Page 340: Driving With A Trailer
If you do, remember to seal the holes later when Driving with a Trailer you remove the hitch. If you do not seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle. See Engine Exhaust CAUTION: on page 2-43.
Page 341: Making Turns
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Passing Before setting out for the open road, you will want to You will need more passing distance up ahead when you get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of are towing a trailer.
Page 342: Parking On Hills
The arrows on your instrument panel will ﬂash whenever Parking on Hills you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also ﬂash, telling other drivers you are about to turn, change lanes, or stop. CAUTION: When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument panel will ﬂash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer...
Page 343: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
When You Are Ready to Leave After Maintenance When Trailer Towing Parking on a Hill Your vehicle will need service more often when you are pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down on this.
Page 344 NOTES 4-48...
Page 345 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 Owner Checks and Services ......6-9 Introduction ...........6-2 At Each Fuel Fill ..........6-9 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 At Least Once a Month .........6-10 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-10 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ....6-3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-13 Scheduled Maintenance ........6-4...
Page 346: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, Introduction replacement parts and recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any change as recommended.
Page 347: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Using Your Maintenance Schedule The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 should be performed when indicated. See Additional Required Services on page 6-6 and Maintenance We at General Motors want to help you keep your Footnotes on page 6-7 for further information. vehicle in good working condition.
Page 348: Scheduled Maintenance
Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 tells you what If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, should be checked, when to check it and what you you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good (5 000 km) since your last service.
Page 349 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil on page 5-14. An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components. See footnote #. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (k). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 350: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services 25,000 50,000 (83 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service (41 500) 000) (125 000) (166 000) (207 500)
Page 351: Maintenance Footnotes
Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 (83 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service (41 500) 000) (125 000) (166 000) (207 500) (240 000) Engine cooling system service (or every 5 years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
Page 352 (c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they (f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, assemblies, secondary latches, pivots, spring anchor ﬁttings and clamps; replace with genuine GM parts as and release pawl, hood and door hinges, rear folding needed.
Page 353: Owner Checks And Services
(i) Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system. See Engine At Each Fuel Fill Coolant on page 5-24 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and ﬁller neck. It is important to perform these underhood checks Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. at each fuel ﬁll.
Page 354: At Least Once A Month
At Least Once a Month 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. Tire Inﬂation Check 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-39 if Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are necessary.
Page 355 Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control 3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position, but do not start the engine. Without System Check applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), contact your GM CAUTION: Goodwrench dealer for service.
Page 356 Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the Park (P) Mechanism Check parking brake. • To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With CAUTION: the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular...
Page 357: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Lubricants Automatic DEXRON -III Automatic Transaxle Transmission Fluid. Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Key Lock (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your Cylinders Canada 10953474.
Page 358 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Hood and Door Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Hinges, Rear Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada Sliding Door Folding Seat, 992723) or lubricant meeting Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Track Fuel Door requirements of NLGI #2, Category (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Hinge, Liftgate LB or GC-LB.
Page 359: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ® ® Part Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 25099149 A1208C Engine Oil Filter 25010792 PF47 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Kit 52482929 — Spark Plugs 12568387 41-101 Windshield Wiper Blades Length 24.0 inches (60.0 cm) Type Shepherd’s Hook Wiper Blade (Backglass)
Page 360: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing 6-16...
Page 361: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2 in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages.
Page 362 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-18...
Page 363: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Brakes ............5-40 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-3 Battery ............5-43 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Jump Starting ..........5-44 Vehicle ............5-4 All-Wheel Drive ..........5-51 Fuel ..............5-4 Bulb Replacement ..........5-52 Gasoline Octane ..........5-4 Halogen Bulbs ..........5-52 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-4 Headlamps ..........5-53...
Page 364 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care If a Tire Goes Flat ........5-80 Chemical Paint Spotting .......5-103 Changing a Flat Tire ........5-81 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ....5-103 Compact Spare Tire ........5-95 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ........5-105 Appearance Care ..........5-96 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ....5-105 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ....5-96 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ....5-105 Care of Safety Belts and Built-in Child...
Page 365: Service
Service Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to will want to use the proper service manual. It tells be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer you much more about how to service your vehicle than for all your service needs.
Page 366: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your
Gasoline Octane CAUTION: (Continued) Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and heavy knocking noise when you drive. If this occurs, use other fasteners.
Page 367: California Fuel
In Canada, look for the California Fuel “Auto Makers’ Choice” label on the pump. If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California speciﬁcations.
Page 368: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and Fuels in Foreign Countries ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air. General Motors If you plan on driving in another country outside the recommends that you use these gasolines, particularly if United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard they comply with the speciﬁcations described earlier.
Page 369 The fuel door is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle. CAUTION: (Continued) When the fuel door is opened on a vehicle with dual sliding doors, the driver’s side sliding door will only open Keep sparks, ﬂames and smoking materials partway.
Page 370 CAUTION: CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, If a ﬁre starts while you are refueling, do not you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out remove the nozzle. Shut off the ﬂow of fuel by on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly.
Page 371: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from An electric fan under the hood can start up the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. and injure you even when the engine is not You can be badly burned and your vehicle running.
Page 372: Hood Release
Hood Release 1. Pull the hood release handle, located on the driver’s side under the instrument panel. To open the hood, do the following: 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and push up on the underhood release, located near the center under the grille.
Page 373 4. Pull forward on the hood prop to release it from its Before closing the hood, be sure all the ﬁller caps are storage clip. on properly. Then follow these steps: The hood prop may be hot due to increased engine 1.
Page 374: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood, you’ll see these items: 5-12...
Page 375 A. Underhood Fuse Block. See Fuses and Circuit G. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil on page 5-14. Breakers on page 5-107. H. Transaxle Fluid Dipstick. See Automatic Transaxle B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting on Fluid on page 5-21. page 5-44.
Page 376: Engine Oil
Engine Oil 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. Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel.
Page 377: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for If the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tip the location of the of the dipstick, then you will need to add at least one engine oil ﬁll cap.
Page 378: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM6094M Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. 5-16...
Page 379: Engine Oil Additives
• Notice: Use only engine oil identiﬁed as meeting SAE 5W-30 GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed For Gasoline Engines for your vehicle. However, if it is going to be 0°F starburst symbol.
Page 380: When To Change Engine Oil
When to Change Engine Oil How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message (GM Oil Life System) The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know your engine oil and ﬁlter based on vehicle use. Anytime when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter.
Page 381: What To Do With Used Oil
What to Do with Used Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. the location of the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Page 382: How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
How to Inspect the Engine Air 4. Remove and replace the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter. Cleaner/Filter 5. Align the tabs located on the bottom of the panel with the slots at the bottom of the housing. To inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter, remove the ﬁlter from 6.
Page 383: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid How to Check Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change Automatic Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may Transaxle Fluid choose to have this done at the dealership service department. A good time to check your automatic transaxle ﬂuid If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions level is when the engine oil is changed.
Page 384 Checking the Fluid Level Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: Prepare your vehicle as follows: • Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. • With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P).
Page 385: How To Add Fluid Automatic Transaxle Fluid
2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough ﬂuid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level. It does not take much ﬂuid, generally less than one pint (0.5 L). Do not overﬁll. Notice: Use of automatic transaxle ﬂuid labeled ®...
Page 386: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant • Protect against rust and corrosion • Help keep the proper engine temperature The cooling system in your vehicle is ﬁlled with ® • DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed Let the warning messages and gages work as they to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles should (240 000 km), whichever occurs ﬁrst, if you add...
Page 387: What Engine Coolant To Use
What Engine Coolant to Use If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system. Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and Notice: If you use the proper coolant, you do not ®...
Page 388 Adding Coolant Add coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. ® If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank. CAUTION: CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts.
Page 389: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Notice: The radiator cap on your vehicle is a pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to This emergency operating mode allows your vehicle to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation.
Page 390: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay awayfrom the engine if you see or hear steam comingfrom it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 391: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
Notice: If your engine catches ﬁre because you If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can try this for a minute or so: be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be 1.
Page 392: Cooling System
Cooling System CAUTION: When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Page 393 Notice: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty. See CAUTION: “Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode” in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 394 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Recovery Tank Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. If you have not found a problem yet, but the coolant level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and ®...
Page 395 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot cooling system, including the radiator pressure engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and and it will burn if the engine parts are hot radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have enough.
Page 396: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator Notice: Your engine has a speciﬁc radiator ﬁll procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it.
Page 397 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. ® 4. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture, up to the base of the ﬁller neck.
Page 398 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the 8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the this procedure if coolant begins to ﬂow out of the ﬁller engine cooling fans.
Page 399: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid 9. Then ﬁll the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark. 10. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank. 5-37...
Page 400: When To Check Power Steering Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid What Power Steering Fluid to Use It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid To determine what kind of ﬂuid to use, see unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13.
Page 401: Adding Washer Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid • 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 Open the cap with the of the washer system. Also, water does not washer symbol on it.
Page 402: Brakes
Brakes There are only two reasons why the brake ﬂuid level in the reservoir might go down. The ﬁrst is that the brake ﬂuid goes down to an acceptable level during Brake Fluid normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the ﬂuid level goes back up.
Page 403 CAUTION: With the wrong kind of ﬂuid in your brake system, your brakes may not work well, or they may not even work at all. This could cause a crash. Always use the proper brake ﬂuid. When your brake ﬂuid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on.
Page 404: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect Your vehicle has front disc brakes and may have rear brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in drum brakes or rear disc brakes. the proper sequence to GM torque speciﬁcations.
Page 405: Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts Battery The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free parts have to be of top quality and work well together if ® ACDelco battery. When it is time for a new battery, get the vehicle is to have really good braking.
Page 406: Jump Starting
Vehicle Storage Jump Starting If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days If your battery has run down, you may want to use or more, remove the black, negative ( ) cable from the another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your battery.
Page 407 Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set damage to your vehicle that would not be covered the parking brake ﬁrmly on both vehicles involved in by your warranty. the jump start procedure. Put an automatic transaxle in PARK (P) or a manual transaxle in Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake.
Page 408 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative ( ) terminal locations on CAUTION: each vehicle. You will not need to access your battery for jump starting. Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jump An electric fan can start up even when the starting terminal for that purpose.
Page 409 CAUTION: CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery Fans or other moving engine parts can injure gas to explode. People have been hurt doing you badly. Keep your hands away from moving this, and some have been blinded. Use a parts once the engine is running.
Page 410 7. Do not let the other end 8. Now connect the black touch metal. Connect it negative ( ) cable to to the positive (+) the negative ( ) terminal of the good terminal of the good battery. Use a remote battery.
Page 411 9. Connect the other end 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run of the negative ( ) the engine for a while. cable at least 18 inches 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. (45 cm) away from If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs the dead battery, but...
Page 412 A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) Terminal C. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery.
Page 413: All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure to If the level is below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, perform the lubricant checks described in this section. you’ll need to add some lubricant.
Page 414: Bulb Replacement
How to Check Lubricant Bulb Replacement For the type of bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-58. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured.
Page 415: Headlamps
Headlamps 6. Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up the blue tabs and pulling the bulb out. 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the front turn signal/parking lamp assembly. See Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps on page 5-55. 3.
Page 416 8. Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp 9. Align the pins on the bottom of the headlamp housing. Be careful not to damage the bulb on the assembly with the holes in the lamp support headlamp aiming bar. bracket.
Page 417: Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker And Parking Lamps
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and 3. Pull the front turn signal/parking lamp assembly away from the vehicle. Parking Lamps 1. Open the hood. Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamp 2. Remove the thumbscrew attaching the front turn signal/parking lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly.
Page 418 Front Sidemarker Lamp 7. To reinstall the lamp assembly, line up and insert the tabs on the back of the assembly in the slots in 4. Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly the fender. Engage the lower clip on the back of by pressing the tab while turning it the lamp assembly into the fender, keeping counterclockwise.
Page 419: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove the two screws from the taillamp housing on the inboard side. 3. Pull off the entire taillamp housing. The locator/retaining pins on the outboard side are part of the lamp assembly and will remain intact during removal.
Page 420: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer. Lamp Bulb Number Back-up Lamps (3rd from Top) 3156 Front Sidemarker Lamps Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamps 4157 NAK Headlamps 9004-HBI Stop/Taillamps (Top) 3057 Taillamps (Bottom) 3057 Turn Signal Lamps 3156 (2nd from Top) A.
Page 421: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade 4. While holding the wiper arm away from the Replacement glass, push the release clip from under the Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least blade. twice a year for wear or cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
Page 422 5. Push the release clip at the connecting point of the blade and the arm up. Then pull the blade assembly down toward the glass to remove it from the wiper arm. 6. Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you hear the release clip “click”...
Page 423: Tires
Tires CAUTION: Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, Poorly maintained and improperly used tires see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional are dangerous.
Page 424: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The following illustrations are examples of a typical P-Metric and a LT-Metric tire sidewall. P-Metric Tire 5-62...
Page 425 (A) Tire Size Code: The tire size code is a combination (E) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular plies in the sidewall and under the tread. tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire service description.
Page 426 (A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration later in this section for more detail. (B) Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC Spec): Original equipment tires designed to GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have a TPC...
Page 427 (F) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (G) Single Tire Maximum Load: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used as a single. For information on recommended tire pressure see Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-71 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-35.
Page 428 (A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire or (E) Tire Inﬂation: The temporary use tire or compact temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately spare tire should be inﬂated to 60 psi (420 kPa). 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be driven For more information on tire pressure and inﬂation see at speeds over 65 mph (105 km/h).
Page 429: Tire Size
Tire Size (C) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if The following examples show the different parts the tire size aspect ratio is “75,” as shown in item “C” of of a tire size. the illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is 75% as high as it is wide.
Page 430: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
(D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter “R” means radial ply construction; the letter “D” means diagonal or bias ply construction; and the letter “B” means belted-bias ply construction. (E) Rim Diameter: Diameter of the wheel in inches.
Page 431 Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made axle, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-35. from steel or other reinforcing materials. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle, Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-35.
Page 432 Normal Occupant Weight: The number of occupants a Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the tread and vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 pounds the bead. (68 kg). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-35. Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions.
Page 433: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on an • Bad handling individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, • Bad fuel economy occupant weight and cargo weight. If your tires have too much air (overinﬂation), you Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to a can get the following: vehicle showing the original equipment tire size •...
Page 434: Tire Inspection And Rotation
If you overﬁll the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve. Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.
Page 435: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires CAUTION: One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to check the treadwear which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts indicators, which will become loose after a time.
Page 436: Buying New Tires
• The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or CAUTION: location of the damage. Buying New Tires Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes To ﬁnd out what kind and size of tires you need, look at or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the the Certiﬁcation/Tire label or the Tire and Loading...
Page 437: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on Quality grades can be found where applicable on the the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum conditions on a speciﬁed government test course.
Page 438: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced representing the tire’s resistance to the generation carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested and best overall performance.
Page 439: Used Replacement Wheels
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts Used Replacement Wheels or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts CAUTION: for your vehicle.
Page 440: Accessory Inﬂator
Accessory Inﬂator CAUTION: Your vehicle may have an accessory inﬂator. With it, you can inﬂate things like air mattresses and basketballs, and you can also use it to bring your tires Inﬂating something too much can make it up to the proper pressure. explode, and you or others could be injured.
Page 441 If the accessory inﬂator system does not turn on or the To turn off the inﬂator, do the following: light does not come on, the fuse may be blown or 1. Press the switch and detach the hose, ﬁrst from the installed incorrectly.
Page 442: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat CAUTION: It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do But if you should ever have a “blowout,”...
Page 443: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire CAUTION: (Continued) If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your rear of the tire farthest away from the onebeing hazard warning ﬂashers. changed. That would be the tire, on the other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle.
Page 444: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The tools you will need are located in the storage compartment at the rear of the vehicle, on the passenger’s side. A. Jack B. Strap To remove the tools, do the following: C. Bracket 1.
Page 445 A. Hoist Shaft The tools you will be using include the jack (A), extension (B) and folding wrench (C). B. Hoist Assembly The compact spare tire is located under the rear of the C. Retainer vehicle. See “Compact Spare Tire” later in this D.
Page 446 2. Turn the folding wrench counterclockwise to lower 4. If your vehicle is an AWD vehicle, after removing the compact spare tire to the ground. Continue to the compact spare tire, turn the wrench clockwise turn the wrench so the compact spare tire can to raise the cable back up.
Page 447 Secondary Latch System CAUTION: Your vehicle may have an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is designed to stop a tire from suddenly falling off your Before beginning this procedure read all the vehicle if the cable holding the spare tire is damaged. instructions.
Page 448 4. Lower the jack by turning the folding wrench counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the compact spare tire is resting on the folding wrench. 1. Place the jack under the vehicle, ahead of the rear bumper. Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the compact spare tire.
Page 449: Removing The Wheel Covers
Removing the Wheel Covers Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire If the wheel has a center cap, use the handle of the folding wrench to pry it off. Then, with the other end of 1. Loosen the wheel the folding wrench, loosen the nuts.
Page 450 2. Near each wheel, there is a notch in the CAUTION: vehicle’s body. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is ﬁts ﬁrmly into the notch dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you in the vehicle’s frame could be badly injured or killed.
Page 451 3. Attach the folding wrench to the jack, and CAUTION: turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head a few inches. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time.
Page 452 7. Install the compact spare tire and put the wheel 9. Tighten the wheel nuts nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until sequence, as shown. the wheel is held against the hub.
Page 453: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid CAUTION: expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque speciﬁcation. See “Capacities and The underbody-mounted spare tire needs to be Speciﬁcations”...
Page 454: Storing The Spare Tire And Tools
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools 1. Lay the tire near the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem down. 2. If the vehicle has aluminum wheels, remove the small center cap by tapping the back of the cap with the extension of the shaft.
Page 455 To put the cover back on, line up the tabs on the right Store the center cap or the plastic bolt-on wheel covers of the cover with the slots in the cover opening. Push the until a full size tire is put back on the vehicle. When cover in place and push down the tab so that it rests you replace the compact spare with a full-size tire, in the groove.
Page 456 5. Hook the cable onto the outside portion of the liftgate hinges. 6. Pull on the cable to make sure it is secure. 7. Make sure the metal tube is centered at the A. Cable striker. Push the B. Liftgate Hinges tube towards the front C.
Page 457: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles. And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with Although the compact spare tire was fully inﬂated when other wheels or tires. They won’t ﬁt. Keep your spare tire your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
Page 458: Appearance Care
Appearance Care • Paint Thinner • Turpentine Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some • Lacquer Thinner are toxic. Others can burst into ﬂames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are •...
Page 459: Cleaning Fabric/Carpet
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet Using Cleaner on Fabric 1. Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. 2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines.
Page 460: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Cleaning Vinyl Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), Use warm water and a clean cloth. egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine • Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You and blood can be removed as follows: may have to do this more than once.
Page 461: Care Of Safety Belts And Built-In Child Restraint Harness
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Cleaning Built-In Child Restraint Pad Panel The built-in child restraint pad is attatched to the seat frame with fastener strips. You can remove the pad Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces and hand wash it with mild soap and water.
Page 462: Weatherstrips
Weatherstrips Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be ﬂushed promptly and not allowed to dry on Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last the surface, or they could stain. Dry the ﬁnish with a soft, longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
Page 463: Finish Care
Finish Care Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by period of years. You can help to keep the paint ﬁnish hand may be necessary to remove residue from the looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered paint ﬁnish.
Page 464: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels Sheet Metal Damage Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel.
Page 465: Underbody Maintenance
Underbody Maintenance Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing control can collect on the underbody. If these are not the following products. removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan and Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials exhaust system even though they have corrosion...
Page 466 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) (cont’d) Description Usage Description Usage Removes dust, Quickly and easily ﬁngerprints, and surface removes spots and stains Finish Enhancer Spot Lifter contaminants. Spray on from carpets, vinyl and wipe off. cloth upholstery. Removes swirl marks, Odorless spray odor ﬁne scratches and other eliminator used on...
Page 467: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Engine Identiﬁcation The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, speciﬁcations Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) and replacement parts. Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You will ﬁnd this label on the inside of the glove box door.
Page 468: Electrical System
Electrical System Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal Add-On Electrical Equipment circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle problem, be sure to get it ﬁxed.
Page 469: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Instrument Panel Fuse Block The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from The instrument panel fuse short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers, block is located to the right and fusible thermal links. of the glove box on the end of the instrument panel.
Page 470 Fuse Usage HTD MIRROR Heated Mirrors RH T/LP Not Used RR FOG LP Not Used CIGAR/DIC/APO Cigarette Lighter, DIC, Front Auxiliary Power Outlets, Data Link T/SIG Turn Signal Switch Interior Lamp and Multifunction PWR QTR Switch (Power Vent Switch), Auto VENT Level Windshield Wiper/Washer Motor and...
Page 471 Fuse Usage Fuse Usage Instrument Cluster, Body Control Rear Window Wiper Motor, Rear MALL Module, Electronic Level Control Window Wiper/Washer and CLUSTER (ELC) Sensor and Relay, Theft, WPR/WSHR Multifunction Switch (Rear Window Door Ajar Wiper/Washer Switch) STOP LAMP Stoplamp Switch LH HEADLP Not Used Module/Electronic Brake Control...
Page 472: Underhood Fuse Block
Underhood Fuse Block Fuse Usage RH HEAD LP Not Used This fuse block is located HIGH in the engine compartment, IGN MAIN Relay and PCM, PCM/ABS in front of the windshield Electronic Brake Control Module washer ﬂuid reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for Circuit Breaker Usage...
Page 473 Fuse Usage Ignition Switch to Fuses (Instrument Panel): ABS/TCS Ignition, Cruise, DRL, Electronic PRNDL, Ignition 1, AWD, PSD, Air Bag, Turn Signal and Powertrain Control Module [IGN MAIN Relay (Underhood Fuse Block: A/C Clutch, Electronic Ignition, Ignition 1-U/H, INJ, TCC)] Coolant Fans Fuses (Instrument Panel): ABS Module Battery, Cigarette Lighter,...
Page 474 Fuse Usage Fuse Usage Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Not Used Canister Purge Valve, Heated Fog Lamp Relay Oxygen Sensors 1 and 2, Mass Air Horn Relay Flow (MAF) Sensor Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Not Used Control Module, Headlamps and Not Used Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch Not Used Theft-Deterrent Relay to Headlamps...
Page 475: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric measurements. Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant Systems Front A/C 1.7 lbs. 0.8 kg Front and Rear A/C 2.2 lbs.
Page 476: Engine Speciﬁcations
Engine Speciﬁcations Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap Automatic 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 5-114...
Page 477: Customer Assistance And Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information ....7-2 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Records ...........7-10 Online Owner Center ........7-3 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-12 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Reporting Safety Defects to the United States (TTY) Users ..........7-4 Government ..........7-12 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4...
Page 478: Customer Assistance And Information
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to the windshield.) your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your • Dealership name and location vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service...
Page 479: Online Owner Center
The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program Online Owner Center administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle needs.
Page 480: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free 1-800-263-3777 (English) number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes 1-800-263-7854 (French) to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center. (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 United States –...
Page 481: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean GM Mobility Program for Persons Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico with Disabilities and U.S. Virgin Islands) – Customer This program, available to Assistance qualiﬁed applicants, can General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. reimburse you up to $1,000 Customer Assistance Center toward eligible aftermarket Paseo de la Reforma # 2740...
Page 482: Roadside Assistance Program
1-800-CHEV-USA (243-8872) key will be covered within 10 miles. • As the proud owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest dealership for automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside warranty service or in the event of a Assistance program.
Page 483: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Description of the problem While we hope you never have the occasion to use our Chevrolet has always exempliﬁed quality and value in service, it is added security while traveling for you its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your and your family.
Page 484: Plan Ahead When Possible
Transportation Options supported by original receipts. Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following:...
Page 485: Additional Program Information
Courtesy Rental Vehicle A separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each new vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy provides detailed warranty coverage information. rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair.
Page 486: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Records
Vehicle Data Collection and Event In a crash or near crash event, computer systems, such as the Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) Data Records in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a as engine speed, brake applications, throttle position, number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor...
Page 487 To read this information, special equipment is needed • make it available for research where appropriate and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required. conﬁdentiality is to be maintained and need is GM will not access information about a crash event or shown, or share it with others other than •...
Page 488: Reporting Safety Defects
Please call us at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Chevrolet Motor Division the Washington, D.C. area) or write to: Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation P.O. Box 33170 Washington, D.C. 20590 Detroit, MI 48232-5170...
Page 489: Service Publications Ordering Information
Service Publications Ordering Service Bulletins Information Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars Service Manuals and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General...
Page 490: Current And Past Model Order Forms
Current and Past Model Order Forms Or you can write to: Helm, Incorporated Service Publications are available for current and P. O. Box 07130 past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, Detroit, MI 48207 please specify year and model name of the vehicle. Prices are subject to change without notice and without ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 incurring obligation.
Page 491 All-Wheel Drive Disable Warning Message ..3-56 All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System ......4-11 Accessory Inﬂator ........... 5-78 AM ............. 3-115 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-25 AM-FM Radio ..........3-62 Adding Washer Fluid ........5-39 Antenna, Fixed Mast ........3-116 Additional Program Information ......7-9 Antenna, XM™...
Page 492 Audio System(s) ..........3-60 AM-FM Radio ..........3-62 Backing Up ............ 4-45 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ....3-114 Battery ............5-43 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ....3-116 Battery Replacement ......... 2-8 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ....... 3-116 Battery Run-Down Protection ......
Page 493 Bulb Replacement ........... 5-52 Cargo Lamp ........... 3-20 Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Carrier Assembly-Differential Lamps ............ 5-55 (Rear Drive Module) ........5-51 Halogen Bulbs ..........5-52 CD Messages ....... 3-75, 3-90, 3-104 Headlamps ..........5-53 Center Passenger Position, Safety Replacement Bulbs ........
Page 494 Child Restraints (cont.) Cleaning Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Blades ............. 5-101 Seat Position ........1-76, 1-78 Climate Control System ........3-26 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ....3-34 Outside Seat Position .......
Page 495 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Disarming with Your Key ........2-29 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-3 (TTY) Users ..........7-4 Dolly Towing ..........4-34 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4 Dome Lamp ........... 3-17 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..... 7-2 Door GM Mobility Program for Persons with Ajar Warning Message .........
Page 496 Driving Through Deep Standing Water ....4-20 Engine (cont.) Driving Through Flowing Water ......4-21 Coolant ............5-24 Driving with a Trailer ........4-44 Coolant Heater ..........2-34 Dual Trip Odometers ........3-39 Coolant Temperature Gage ......3-45 Coolant Temperature Warning Message ..3-51 Cleaning the Video Screen ......
Page 497 Fuel (cont.) Filling Your Tank ........... 5-6 Filter Fuels in Foreign Countries ......5-6 Engine Air Cleaner ........5-19 Gage ............3-49 Finding a Program Type (PTY) Gasoline Octane ........... 5-4 Station (RDS and XM™) ....3-68, 3-79, 3-94 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-4 Finding a Station ....
Page 498 How to Check Power Steering Fluid ....5-38 How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ..5-20 Hatch Ajar Warning Message ......3-55 How to Use This Manual ........ii Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ....1-35 Head Restraints ..........
Page 499 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running ... 2-41 Liftgate ............2-22 Jump Starting ..........5-44 Light Air Bag Readiness ........3-41 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ....3-43 Brake System Warning ......... 3-42 Malfunction Indicator ........3-46 Keyless Entry System ........2-4 Safety Belt Reminder ........
Page 500 Message (cont.) Charging System Indicator ......3-52 Maintenance Schedule Door Ajar Warning ........3-55 Additional Required Services ......6-6 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ..... 3-51 At Each Fuel Fill ........... 6-9 Low Fuel Warning ........3-57 At Least Once a Month ........ 6-10 Low Oil Pressure .........
Page 501 Odometer ............3-39 Park Aid ............3-22 Off-Road Recovery .......... 4-13 Park (P) Shifting Into ..........2-40 Engine ............5-14 Shifting Out of ..........2-42 Pressure Message ........3-52 Parking Older Children, Restraints ........ 1-57 Assist ............3-22 Online Owner Center ........7-3 Brake ............
Page 502 Power (cont.) Sliding Door Warning Message ...... 3-54 Radiator Pressure Cap ........5-27 Steering Fluid ..........5-37 Radio Data System (RDS) ....3-64, 3-75, 3-91 Windows ............ 2-25 Radio Messages ..... 3-64, 3-70, 3-81, 3-97 Power Steering ..........4-11 Radios ............3-60 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ........
Page 503 Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message ....3-55 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing Rear Reading Lamps ........3-20 the Spare Tire ..........5-87 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...... 1-53 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ....5-82 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ......3-111, 3-112 Removing the Split Bench Seat ......
Page 504 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ..1-46 Safety Chains ..........4-44 Roadside Safety Warnings and Symbols ......iii Assistance Program ........7-6 Scheduled Maintenance ........6-4 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out ....4-33 Seats Routing, Engine Drive Belt ....... 6-16 Bucket Seats, Rear ........
Page 505 Service (cont.) Speciﬁcations, Capacities ....... 5-113 Doing Your Own Work ........5-3 Speedometer ..........3-39 Engine Soon Light ........3-46 Split Bench Seats ..........1-8 Publications Ordering Information ....7-13 Starting Your Engine ........2-33 Traction System Warning Message ....3-50 Steering ............
Page 506 To Use the Engine Coolant Heater ....2-35 Top Strap ............1-66 Tachometer ............ 3-40 Top Strap Anchor Location ....... 1-68 Taillamps Torque Lock ........... 2-42 Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ..5-57 Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires ....4-43 TCS Warning Light ..........
Page 507 Vehicle Personalization (cont.) Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting ..... 2-61 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ....3-22 Entering Programming Mode ......2-61 Underhood Fuse Block ........5-110 Exiting Programming Mode ......2-69 Understanding Radio Reception ....... 3-115 Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent ..2-63 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......
Page 508 What Washer Fluid to Use ....... 5-38 Windows (cont.) Wheels Side Window Latches ........2-26 Alignment and Tire Balance ......5-76 Windshield Washer ......... 3-11 Replacement ..........5-76 Fluid ............5-38 When to Add Engine Oil ........5-15 Windshield Wiper When to Change Engine Oil Blade Replacement ........

Chevrolet VENTURE 2004 Owner's Manual

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Seats and Restraint Systems

Air Bag Systems

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Onstar System

Homelink Transmitter

Storage Areas

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

Message Center

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Quick Links

Chapters

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