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2005 Chevrolet Venture Owner Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1

Front Seats

............................................... 1-3

Rear Seats

............................................... 1-6

Safety Belts

............................................. 1-28

Child Restraints

....................................... 1-48

Airbag System

......................................... 1-78

Restraint System Check

Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1

Keys

........................................................ 2-3

Doors and Locks

....................................... 2-8

Windows

................................................. 2-22

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-41

OnStar

System

...................................... 2-42

HomeLink

Transmitter

Storage Areas

......................................... 2-47

Vehicle Personalization

Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-24

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Message Center

....................................... 3-46

............................ 1-88

............................ 2-25

........... 2-29

............................. 2-43

............................. 2-55

.......................... 3-4

........ 3-32

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-56

Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

................................................... 4-34

Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1

Service

..................................................... 5-3

Fuel

......................................................... 5-5

Checking Things Under the Hood

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

...................................................... 5-53

Appearance Care

..................................... 5-83

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

...................................... 5-92

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1

Maintenance Schedule

Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1

Customer Assistance and Information

Reporting Safety Defects

Index ................................................................ 1

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............... 5-10

.................................... 5-45

......... 5-52

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Page 1 2005 Chevrolet Venture Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driver Information Center (DIC) ....3-53 Front Seats ..........1-3 Audio System(s) ........3-56 Rear Seats ..........1-6 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Safety Belts ..........1-28 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever Index it appears in this manual. A good place to quickly locate information about the Keep this manual in the vehicle, so it will be there if it is vehicle is the Index in the back of the manual.
Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you do not, There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We you or others could be hurt.
Page 4 Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with Notice: These mean there is something that could the text describing the operation or information damage your vehicle.
Page 5 These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-3 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ....2-31 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-4 Starting Your Engine ........2-31 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Engine Coolant Heater ........2-32 Automatic Transaxle Operation .......2-33 Doors and Locks ..........2-8 Parking Brake ..........2-36 Door Locks ............2-8 Shifting Into Park (P) ........2-37 Power Door Locks ........2-10...
Page 8 Section 2 Features and Controls Rear Storage Area ........2-51 Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent ..2-58 Convenience Net ..........2-52 Remote Driver Unlock Control ......2-59 Convenience Center ........2-53 Remote Lock and Unlock Conﬁrmation .....2-60 Content Theft-Deterrent System ......2-61 Vehicle Personalization ........2-55 Arming and Disarming the Content Entering Programming Mode ......2-55 Theft-Deterrent System .......2-62...
Page 9: 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 10: Remote Keyless Entry System
Your vehicle’s key can be used for the ignition as well Remote Keyless Entry System as the driver’s door lock and storage compartments. If you need a new key, contact your dealer, who If equipped, the keyless entry system operates on a can obtain the correct key code.
Page 11: 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 12: 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 13: Battery Replacement
You can operate the power sliding door(s) with the Battery Replacement remote keyless entry transmitter only when the power Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless sliding door override switch(es) on the overhead console entry transmitter should last about three years. is turned off.
Page 14: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers — especially children — can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle 2.
Page 15 There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter. To unlock the driver’s door from the outside with the key, insert the key and turn it toward the front of the vehicle.
Page 16: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks If the liftgate has been unlocked with the power door locks, you will not need the key to open it. Squeeze the handle located above the license plate to open the liftgate. This is also true if you use the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 17: Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Programmable Automatic Door Sliding Door Delayed Locking Locks If either sliding door is open when you use the power door locks to lock the vehicle, the sliding door that All of the doors will lock automatically when you move is open will not lock. Normally the last door closed your shift lever out of PARK (P).
Page 18 Dual Sliding Doors Sliding Door Lock To open either sliding door from outside the vehicle, pull the handle out and then pull the door toward the rear. If you slide the door all the way back, the door will rest in a detent position.
Page 19 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 20: Sliding Door Security Lock
Sliding Door Security Lock If your vehicle has the power sliding door(s), you can override the security lock by pressing either power door Your vehicle is equipped with a sliding door security lock switch while the power sliding door override lock that helps prevent young children or other switch(es) is turned off.
Page 21: Power Sliding Door (Psd)
Power Sliding Door (PSD) To help avoid accidental operation of the sliding door(s), press the part of the power sliding door override switch(es) with the don’t symbol. If your vehicle has this feature, you can open and close the sliding door(s) using the switches inside of your To open or close the sliding door(s), press and release vehicle.
Page 22 If you have the one power sliding door, these switches Notice: If you leave the power sliding door on when are located in the overhead console switchbank. you go through an automatic car wash, the door may accidentally open. Be sure the power sliding door is If you have the dual sliding turned off when going through a car wash.
Page 23 If the power sliding door(s) is open or in the process of closing when you shift out of PARK (P), a buzzer will sound. This is a warning that the sliding door(s) is not completely closed. If the power to the sliding door(s) is turned off, the buzzer will not sound indicating the door(s) is not completely closed.
Page 24 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 25: Resetting The Power Sliding Door
Resetting the Power Sliding Door CAUTION: The power sliding door may operate incorrectly or not at all because of the following conditions: • If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep A low voltage or dead battery grade (15 percent or more), the door may not •...
Page 26 3. If the power sliding door override is on, press the Liftgate textured end of the power sliding door override switch to turn it off. To unlock or lock the liftgate from the outside, use the remote keyless entry transmitter. For more information, 4.
Page 27 CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate:...
Page 28: 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 29: Power Windows
Power Windows Express-Down Window To activate the express-down feature, push the AUTO switch all the way down to the second position, then release it. The window will lower completely. To stop the window from lowering all the way, pull up on the front of the switch.
Page 30: Power Rear Quarter Windows
Power Rear Quarter Windows Press the part of the switch with the symbol to close both windows. The windows can be closed fully or partially, depending on how long the switch is pressed. Your vehicle may have power rear quarter windows. The ignition must be in RUN, ACCESSORY, or This switch, located in the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active, to...
Page 31: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems While armed, the doors will not unlock with the power door lock switch. Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Once armed, the alarm will go off if someone tries to Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent enter the vehicle without using the remote keyless entry features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it transmitter or a key, or turns the ignition to ON.
Page 32: Arming With Your Key
Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Arming Conﬁrmation Transmitter If remote unlock conﬁrmation is on, your parking lamps will ﬂash brieﬂy to let you know when your alarm system Your alarm system will arm when you use your remote has disarmed. If you would not like the parking lamps to keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors, if the key ﬂash, see Vehicle Personalization on page 2-55.
Page 33: Pass-Key ® Iii
® ® PASS-Key PASS-Key III Operation ® Your PASS-Key III system operates on a radio Your vehicle is equipped frequency subject to Federal Communications ® with the PASS-Key Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. (Personalized Automotive This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Security System) Operation is subject to the following two conditions: theft-deterrent system.
Page 34 If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to Canadian Owners: If you lose or damage your keys, ® be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time, only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key III to you may also want to check the instrument panel PASS have new keys made.
Page 35: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
5. The security message will turn off once the key has Starting and Operating Your been programmed. It may not be apparent that the Vehicle security message went on due to how quickly the key is programmed. 6. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys are to New Vehicle Break-In be programmed.
Page 36: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions Notice: Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with With the key in the ignition, you can turn it to ﬁve your hand.
Page 37: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 2. If the engine does not start in 10 seconds, push the accelerator pedal about one-quarter of the way down while you turn the key to START. Do this until the If the vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP), engine starts.
Page 38: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater CAUTION: Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°F ( 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
Page 39: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Transaxle Operation If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever – push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. See Shifting Out of Park (P) on page 2-38.
Page 40 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing may damage the transaxle. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. is moving forward could damage the transaxle.
Page 41 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 42: Parking Brake
Parking Brake If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-39. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake The parking brake is pedal down with your right foot while you push down on located under the the parking brake pedal with your left foot.
Page 43: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 44: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
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 control vehicle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle system which locks the shift lever in PARK (P) when the may put too much force on the parking pawl in the ignition is in the OFF position.
Page 45: 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 cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
Page 46: 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 47: Mirrors
Mirrors Use the control to adjust each mirror so that a little of the side of the vehicle and the area beside and behind it can be seen in the mirrors while sitting in a comfortable Manual Rearview Mirror driving position. Leave the control in the center position to prevent The manual rearview mirror can be adjusted for day or moving the mirrors once they are adjusted.
Page 48: Outside Heated Mirrors
® Outside Heated Mirrors OnStar Services ® For new vehicles equipped with OnStar , the Safe and If the vehicle has outside heated rearview mirrors, they Sound Plan is included for the ﬁrst year. You can are activated when the rear window defogger is extend this plan beyond the ﬁrst year, or upgrade to the turned on.
Page 49: Homelink Transmitter
® ® OnStar Personal Calling HomeLink Transmitter ® As an OnStar subscriber, the Personal Calling capability is available if your hand-held cell phone is lost, forgotten, or has a low battery. It is a hands-free wireless phone that is integrated into the vehicle. Calls can be placed nationwide using simple voice commands with no additional contracts and no additional ®...
Page 50: 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 recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, the 1.
Page 51 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the desired 6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener ® button on HomeLink and the hand-held transmitter receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” button. Do not release the buttons until Step 4 or “Smart”...
Page 52: 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 53: 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 54: Compact Overhead Console
Compact Overhead Console Overhead Console If your vehicle is equipped with an overhead console, it may contain the following: • Reading lamps. See Front Reading Lamps on page 3-18 or Rear Reading Lamps on page 3-18. • Switchbank. See Switchbanks on page 3-19. •...
Page 55: Garage Door Opener Compartment
Garage Door Opener Compartment 3. Line up the button of the garage door opener with one of the four buttons on the compartment door. You can store your garage door opener in the rear Make sure the garage door opener button is compartment of your overhead console, and operate it facing down and press the opener ﬁrmly into place.
Page 56: Front Seat Storage Net
Front Seat Storage Net 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 57: Rear Storage Area
When you carry cargo on the luggage carrier of a proper size and weight, put it on the slats, as far forward as you can. You can then tie it down. Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29.
Page 58: Convenience Net
Convenience Net Your vehicle may have a convenience net. The convenience net is designed to help keep small loads, like grocery bags, from falling over. Install the convenience net at the rear of your vehicle, inside the liftgate. To use the convenience net, do the following: 2.
Page 59: Convenience Center
Convenience Center Removing the Convenience Center 1. Make sure that all items are off the convenience center and that it is empty. 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.
Page 60: Replacing The Convenience Center
Replacing the Convenience Center 5. Slide the convenience center in and align it so that the forks, located on the bottom rear of the 1. Make sure the stowable seat is properly installed in convenience center, slide into the seat anchors. the vehicle.
Page 61: 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 62: Delayed Illumination And Exit Lighting
Delayed Illumination and Exit Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 4. The mode may have been changed since then. Lighting To determine the current mode, or to change the mode, do the following: This feature allows you to customize the interior lamps 1.
Page 63: Automatic Door Locks
Automatic Door Locks Mode 4: Automatic Unlocking with Transaxle in PARK (P) This feature allows you to customize the automatic • Shift into PARK (P) with the ignition on; all doors locking and unlocking of the doors when using the will unlock automatically.
Page 64: Last Door Locking And Lockout Deterrent
Last Door Locking and Lockout Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 4. The mode may have been changed since then. Deterrent To determine the current mode, or to change the mode, do the following: This feature allows you to customize the automatic 1.
Page 65: Remote Driver Unlock Control
Remote Driver Unlock Control 3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes indicates the vehicle’s current programmed mode. If you do not wish to change the This feature allows you to customize the UNLOCK current mode, you can either exit the programming button on the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 66: Remote Lock And Unlock Conﬁrmation
Remote Lock and Unlock Mode 3: Exterior Lamps Flash and Horn Sounds • When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter Conﬁrmation to lock your vehicle, the horn will sound and your parking lamps will ﬂash to let you know the If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to command has been received.
Page 67: Content Theft-Deterrent System
Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 4. The Content Theft-Deterrent System mode may have been changed since then. To determine the current mode, or to change the mode, do This feature allows you to turn the content theft deterrent the following: on and off.
Page 68: Arming And Disarming The Content Theft-Deterrent System
3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number Arming and Disarming the Content of chimes indicates the vehicle’s current Theft-Deterrent System programmed mode. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the To arm or disarm the content theft-deterrent system, the programming mode by following the instructions system must be turned on by using Modes 1, 2, or 4...
Page 69 Mode 2: Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter • The system will arm when you lock the doors with Arm/Disarm Only your key or remote keyless entry transmitter and the key is removed from the ignition. • The system will arm when you lock the doors with your remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 70: Exiting Programming Mode
4. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number Exiting Programming Mode of chimes indicates the vehicle’s current programmed mode. If you do not wish to change To exit programming mode, turn the key from the current mode, you can either exit the ACCESSORY to OFF and put the BCM PRGRM fuse programming mode by following the instructions back into the instrument panel fuse block.
Page 71 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Instrument Panel Switchbank ......3-19 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Overhead Console Switchbank .......3-20 Other Warning Devices ........3-6 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ....3-20 Horn .............3-6 Accessory Power Outlets .......3-23 Tilt Wheel .............3-6 Climate Controls ..........3-24 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-7 Climate Control System .........3-24 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......3-7...
Page 72 Section 3 Instrument Panel Message Center ..........3-46 AM-FM Radio ..........3-57 Service Traction System Warning Message ..3-46 Radio with CD (Base Level) ......3-59 Traction Active Message ........3-47 Radio with CD (MP3) ........3-69 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Radio with Cassette and CD ......3-84 Message ..........3-48 Radio with Six-Disc CD .........3-94 Charging System Indicator Message ....3-48...
Page 73 NOTES...
Page 74: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 75 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Side Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-26. L. Ignition Switch. See Ignition Positions on page 2-30. B. Front Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-26. M. Climate Controls. See Climate Control System on page 3-24.
Page 76: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Horn Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. They Press near or on the horn symbols on your steering also let police know you have a problem. Your front wheel pad to sound the horn. and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. Tilt Wheel The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located on...
Page 77: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever • Windshield Washer. See Windshield Washer on page 3-9. • Cruise Control. See Cruise Control on page 3-10. 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.
Page 78: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrow Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ﬂashes faster than normal, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see your turn signal. To change the headlamps from high to low beam or from low to high, pull the turn signal lever all the If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an way toward you and release it.
Page 79: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers If they are frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. WIPER: Turn this band to operate the windshield wipers. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. A circuit MIST: Turn the band to MIST for a single wiping cycle.
Page 80: Cruise Control
Rear Window Washer/Wiper To wash the rear window when the rear wiper is already on, press the top of the switch with the wash symbol on it. Press in the bottom of the switch to continue the If your vehicle has a rear intermittent wiper cycle after the washing cycle is window wiper, the switch is completed.
Page 81 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do If you leave your cruise control on when you not use your cruise control on winding roads are not using cruise, you might hit a button or in heavy traffic.
Page 82 If you hold the switch at R/A, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. So unless you want to go faster, do not hold the switch at R/A. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control To increase your speed while using cruise control, do one of the following:...
Page 83 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Using Cruise Control on Hills Control How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. To reduce your speed while using cruise control, do one When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the of the following: accelerator pedal to maintain your speed.
Page 84: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps (Parking Lamps): Turning the control to this setting turns on the parking lamps together with the following: • Sidemarker Lamps • Taillamps • Instrument Panel Lights (Headlamps): Turning the control to this setting turns on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights.
Page 85: Instrument Panel Brightness
A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the To idle your vehicle with the DRL and automatic DRL work, so be sure it is not covered. The DRL headlamps off, set the parking brake while the ignition is system will make front parking and turn signal lamps in OFF or LOCK.
Page 86: Interior Lamp Override
Interior Lamp Override Entry Lighting With entry lighting, the interior of your vehicle is This switch is located in illuminated so that you can see inside before you enter the overhead console your vehicle. The lamps will come on for 40 seconds if switchbank.
Page 87: Delayed Lighting
Delayed Lighting Exit Lighting The delayed lighting feature will continue to illuminate With exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on for the interior for 25 seconds after all doors have been about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from closed, so that you can ﬁnd your ignition and buckle your the ignition.
Page 88: Front Reading Lamps
Front Reading Lamps Rear Reading Lamps There may be two reading lamps in the third row headliner. To turn either reading lamp on or off, press the lens of the lamp. There is also a reading lamp in the second row, integrated with the dome lamp.
Page 89: Battery Run-Down Protection
Battery Run-Down Protection Instrument Panel Switchbank Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery, in case you accidentally leave the interior lamps on. If you leave any interior lamps on while the ignition is in LOCK or OFF, they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes.
Page 90: 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 91 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 92: 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 93: 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 94: 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 95: Defogging And Defrosting
The air-conditioning system removes moisture from the (Recirculation): This mode keeps outside air air, so you may sometimes notice a small amount of from coming in the vehicle. It can be used to prevent water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or help or after turning off the engine.
Page 96: Outlet Adjustment
Notice: Don’t use anything sharp on the inside of (Defrost): Pressing this button directs most of the the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage air to the windshield and the side window outlets, with the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn’t be some air directed to the ﬂoor outlets.
Page 97: Rear Climate Control System (Without Entertainment System)
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 98 To direct the airﬂow to the rear seating area, use the If a rear seat passenger is adjusting the temperature, right knob located on the main climate control panel. turn the right knob, located overhead on the control panel behind the driver’s seat, clockwise or counterclockwise •...
Page 99: (With Entertainment 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 located your vehicle.
Page 100: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Rear Air Outlets (Fan): If the driver is adjusting the fan speed, use this control. Turn the fan knob on the rear fan control The outlet behind the left rear seat is the cold air return located below the main climate control system on outlet.
Page 101 The access panel for the passenger compartment air ﬁlter is located in the back of the glove box. To replace the ﬁlter, do the following: 2. Then push the tab, located on the left of the inner access panel, to the right. 3.
Page 102: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
4. Replace the ﬁlters by reversing Step 3. Make sure Warning lights come on when there may be or is a the ﬁlters are inserted so that the sealing foam is problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will angled in the same direction on both ﬁlters.
Page 103: 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 104 Cluster with Tachometer 3-34...
Page 105: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Dual Trip Odometers Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada).
Page 106 Each of the two trip odometers can be used to keep track The trip odometer will then display the number of of different trip distances, such as the mileage of a long miles (kilometers) driven since the ignition was last trip and the mileage driven on the current tank of fuel.
Page 107: Tachometer
Tachometer Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds.
Page 108: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light CAUTION: There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. If the airbag readiness light stays on after you The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. start your vehicle, it means the airbag system The system check includes the airbag sensor, the airbag may not be working properly.
Page 109: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light ﬂoor.
Page 110: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Traction Control System (TCS) Light Warning Light Your vehicle may have this light. If it does, the anti-lock brake system warning light should come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN. United States Canada Your vehicle may have a traction control system...
Page 111: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
• This gage shows If there’s a brake system problem that is speciﬁcally the engine coolant related to traction control, the traction control system temperature. If the gage will turn off and the warning light will come on. If your pointer moves into the brakes begin to overheat, the traction control system red area, your engine...
Page 112: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after awhile, your emission controls in Canada may not work as well, your fuel economy may not...
Page 113: 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 114 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will Some state/provincial and local governments have or cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.
Page 115: Highbeam On Light
Highbeam On Light When the indicator nears empty, you still have a little fuel left, but you should This light will illuminate get more soon. when the headlamp high beams are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8. Cluster with Tachometer Fuel Gage If your fuel is low, the warning message in the message...
Page 116: Message Center
Here are four things that some owners ask about. All Message Center these things are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage. The message center is located in the instrument panel cluster. It gives you important safety and •...
Page 117: Traction Active Message
The message may appear for the following reasons: Traction Active Message • If there’s a brake system problem that is speciﬁcally related to traction control, the traction control system will turn off and the warning message will come on. • If your brakes begin to overheat, the traction control system will turn off and the warning message will come on until your brakes cool down.
Page 118: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message
Engine Coolant Temperature Charging System Indicator Message Warning 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. It will remain on as long as the engine is not running. It United States Canada should go out once the engine is running.
Page 119: Maintenance Schedule
Low Oil Pressure Message CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches ﬁre. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.
Page 120: Change Engine Oil Message
Change Engine Oil Message Power Sliding Door Warning Message United States Canada United States Canada When this message comes on and stays on after you have started the engine, it means that service is required This message will come on if the power sliding door is for your vehicle.
Page 121: Door Ajar Warning Message
If you shift the transaxle out of PARK (P) while the Door Ajar Warning Message power sliding door is open or in the process of closing, 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 122: Low Fuel Warning Message
® PASS-Key III Security Message Low Fuel Warning Message United States Canada United States Canada If you are ever driving and this message comes on and If your fuel is low, the warning message will come on stays on, you will be able to restart your engine if and stay on until you add fuel.
Page 123: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) Off: No driver information is displayed in this mode of operation. Compass/Temperature Mode: One of eight compass readings and the outside temperature are displayed. If the temperature is below 38°F (3°C), the temperature reading will toggle between displaying the outside temperature and the word ICE for two minutes.
Page 124 Setting the Variance Automatic Compass Calibration The compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to manually set the compass. When the vehicle is new, the calibration process may not be complete. In these cases the calibration symbol C will be displayed where the compass reading is normally displayed.
Page 125: Trip Computer
Error Displays RANGE (Trip Range): This shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the remaining fuel. • An error of the vehicle’s speed sensor or fuel The fuel economy used to calculate range is based sender will cause -E- to be displayed. on the last few hours of driving.
Page 126: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle, like a tape player, CB radio, mobile Press and hold the HR or MIN arrow for two seconds. telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can Then press HR until the correct hour appears on be added by checking with your dealer.
Page 127: 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 the 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 128: 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 Up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM) can be by pressing another button, causing the radio to perform programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by that function, or by waiting ﬁve seconds for the display performing the following steps:...
Page 129: 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 130: 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 131: Finding A Station
AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic PSCAN (Preset Scan): Press and hold either volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make arrow for more than two seconds. SCAN will appear on up for road and wind noise as you drive. the display and you will hear a beep.
Page 132 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO increase or to decrease.
Page 133: Rds And Xm
Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the (RDS and XM™) same program type. To turn alternate frequency on, press and hold BAND for two seconds. AF ON will To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: appear on the display.
Page 134: Radio Messages
INFO (Information): If the current station has a If no station is found that broadcasts traffic message, the information symbol will appear on the announcements, NO TRAF will appear on the display. display. Press this button to see the message. The If TRAF is on the display, press the TRAF button to turn message may display the artist, song title, call in phone off the traffic announcements.
Page 135 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 136 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. The 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 137: Playing A Cd
Playing a CD 1 PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The have played. TRACK and the track number will appear player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing.
Page 138 6 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear the EJT (Eject): Press this button to eject a CD. Eject tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RDM ON may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. will appear on the display. RDM T and the track CDs may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this number will appear on the display when each track button is pressed ﬁrst.
Page 139: Radio With Cd (Mp3)
Radio with CD (MP3) 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 140 Playing the Radio AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH.
Page 141 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) PSCAN (Preset Scan): Press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds. SCAN will appear on AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS the display and the radio will produce one beep. The or TREB appears on the display.
Page 142 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 143 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 144 The last message can be displayed by pressing the Radio Messages INFO button. You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to. CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory.
Page 145 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 146 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. The 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 147 Playing a CD Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught in the CD player. Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” player will pull it in, and READING will appear on later in this section.
Page 148 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 149: 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 150 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 is • Play will begin from the ﬁrst track in the ﬁrst playlist not present in the ID3 tag, then the radio will display the and will continue sequentially through all tracks in...
Page 151 If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the 1 FLD (Previous Folder): Press this pushbutton to player it will stay in the player. When the ignition or radio go to the ﬁrst track in the previous folder. Pressing this is turned on, the CD will start to play where it stopped, button while in folder random mode will take you to the if it was the last selected audio source.
Page 152 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. The FLDR RDM will appear on the display. Once all of the track number and ﬁle name will appear on the display for tracks in the current folder or playlist have been each track.
Page 153 INFO (Information): INFO will appear on the display CD Messages whenever a current track has ID3 tag information. Press this button to display the artist name and album CHECK CD: If this message appears on the display contained in the tag. INFO will disappear from the and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the display when the information in the ID3 tag has ﬁnished.
Page 154: Radio With Cassette And Cd
Radio with Cassette and CD To change the default on the display, press the DISPL knob until you see the display you want, then hold this knob for two seconds. The radio will produce one beep and the selected display will now be the default. AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive.
Page 155 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) PSCAN (Preset Scan): Press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds. SCAN will appear on AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS the display and you will hear a beep. The radio will go to or TREB appears on the display.
Page 156 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right RDS features are available for use only on FM stations and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO that broadcast RDS information.
Page 157 Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station If both PTY and TRAF are on, the radio will search for stations with the selected PTY and traffic To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the announcements. following: If the radio cannot ﬁnd the desired program type, NONE 1.
Page 158 RDS Messages The last message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button. You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to. ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. When an alert announcement comes on the current When a message is not available from a station, NO radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display.
Page 159: Playing A Cassette Tape
Radio Messages While the tape is playing, use the VOL, AUDIO, and SEEK controls just as you do for the radio. TAPE and an arrow showing which side of the tape is playing will CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has appear on the display.
Page 160 2 NEXT: The tape must have at least three seconds of SEEK : The right arrow is the same as the silence between each selection for next to work. Press NEXT pushbutton, and the left arrow is the same as the this pushbutton to go to the next selection on the tape.
Page 161: Cassette Tape Messages
Cassette Tape Messages If the cassette tape is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good cassette. CHK TAPE (Check Tape): If this message appears on If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be the display, the tape will not play because of one of corrected, contact your GM dealer.
Page 162 Playing a CD Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught in the CD player. Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” player will pull it in, READING will appear on the display, later in this section.
Page 163 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 164: Radio With Six-Disc Cd
CD Messages Radio with Six-Disc CD CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio display and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: • You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play.
Page 165 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): Push this knob to turn the system on may broadcast incorrect information that will cause and off.
Page 166 AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic SCAN : Press and hold either SCAN arrow for volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make two seconds until SC appears on the display and up for road and wind noise as you drive. you hear a beep.
Page 167 5. Press and hold one of the six numbered AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press this button pushbuttons until you hear a beep. Whenever that to select customized equalization settings designed numbered pushbutton is pressed, the station for country, jazz, talk, pop, rock, and classical. that was set will return and the equalization that To return to the manual mode, press the AUTO EQ was selected will be stored for that pushbutton.
Page 168 Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station To use the PTY interrupt feature, press and hold the P-TYPE button until you hear a beep on the PTY you (RDS and XM™) want to interrupt with. When selected, an asterisk will appear beside that PTY on the display. You may select To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: multiple interrupts, if desired.
Page 169 BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency 3. Turn the P-TYPE knob to select a PTY. allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered same program type. To turn alternate frequency on, pushbuttons until you hear a beep.
Page 170 INFO (Information): If the current station has a If the brackets are on the display and TRAF is not, message, INFO will appear on the display. Press this press the TRAF button to remove the brackets or use button to see the message. The message may display the TUNE knob or the SEEK arrows to go to a the artist, song title, call in phone numbers, etc.
Page 171 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 172 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. The 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 173 Playing a CD LOAD CD : Press the LOAD side of this button to load CDs into the CD player. This CD player will If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in the hold up to six CDs. player, it will stay in the player.
Page 174 To load more than one CD but less than six, complete Do not repeatedly press the CD eject button to eject a Steps 1 through 3. When ﬁnished loading CDs, the CD after trying to push it in manually. The player’s radio will begin to play the last CD loaded.
Page 175 RPT (Repeat): With repeat, one track or an entire CD AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press AUTO EQ can be repeated. to select the desired equalization setting while playing a CD. The equalization will be set whenever a CD To use repeat, do the following: is played.
Page 176: Using Song List Mode
RCL (Recall): Press this knob to see how long the 3. Select the desired CD by pressing the numbered current track has been playing. To change the default pushbutton and then use the SEEK SCAN right on the display, track and elapsed time, press the arrow to locate the track to be saved.
Page 177 3. Press the SEEK SCAN arrows to select the desired To end song list mode, press the SONG LIST button. track to be deleted. One beep will be heard and S-LIST will be removed from the display. 4. Press and hold the SONG LIST button for two seconds.
Page 178: Entertainment System
Entertainment System Headphones Your vehicle may have a DVD entertainment system. The entertainment system The entertainment system works with the vehicle’s audio includes dual channel, system and includes a DVD player, a video display wireless headphones. The screen, headphones, and a remote control. The headphones have an entertainment system also integrates the rear climate ON/OFF switch, a channel...
Page 179: Stereo Rca Jacks
If the channel switch, located on the right side, is on A, Stereo RCA Jacks the headphones will play the DVD or auxiliary device. The RCA jacks are located on the DVD player faceplate. See “Stereo RCA Jacks” later in this section for They allow audio and video signals to be connected more information.
Page 180: Audio Speakers
Audio Speakers Video Screen Only one audio source can be heard through the speakers at one time. Audio from the radio or CD player will be heard through all speakers when the front audio system is being used and the rear seat audio system is off. Sound from the DVD player or an auxiliary device can be heard through all speakers when the front audio system and rear seat audio are off and a DVD or...
Page 181: Dvd Player
If a DVD is playing and the screen is raised to its locked The entertainment system is only compatible with DVDs position, the screen will shut off, but the DVD will continue authorized for use in the United States and Canada. to play through the previously selected audio source.
Page 182: Remote Control
Some DVDs will not allow fast forwarding or skipping of Remote Control the copyright information or the previews. Some DVDs To use the remote control, aim it at the display above will begin playing the movie automatically after the the video screen and press the desired button. previews have ﬁnished, there may be a delay of up to Direct sunlight or very bright light may affect the ability 30 seconds.
Page 183 Remote Control Buttons Fwd/ Rev (Fast Forward/Reverse): Press the right or left arrow once to fast forward or reverse the DVD. To resume play, press the button again or press the play/pause button. Pressing and holding an arrow will fast forward or fast reverse the DVD and play will resume when the arrow is released.
Page 184: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Battery Replacement Rear Seat Audio (RSA) To change the batteries, do the following: (Without Entertainment System) 1. Remove the screw and open the battery door located on the back of the remote control. This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the sources: radio and CDs.
Page 185: Rear Seat Radio Controls
Rear Seat Radio Controls BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). If the front passengers are already listening to the radio, the RSA will not switch between the bands and cannot change the frequency.
Page 186: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
P.SET PROG (Preset Program): Press this button to Rear Seat Audio (RSA) scan the preset radio stations set on the pushbuttons on (With Entertainment System) the main radio. The radio will go to a preset station stored on the pushbuttons, play for a few seconds, then This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and go on to the next preset station.
Page 187 When a CD is playing, press the right arrow to go to the next track on the CD. Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than eight seconds have played. This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD.
Page 188: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Theft-Deterrent Feature Audio Steering Wheel Controls (Non-RDS Radios) ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your vehicle’s radio. The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN). If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it will not operate and LOCKED will appear on the display.
Page 189: Radio Reception
SEEK TYPE: Press this button to go to a station with Radio Reception the last selected PTY and the last selected PTY will appear on the display, if it is not already showing. If a station with the selected PTY is not found, the radio will return to the original station.
Page 190: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player The broken tape detection feature of the cassette tape player may identify the cleaning cassette as a damaged tape, in error. To prevent the cleaning cassette A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause from being ejected, use the following steps: reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged mechanism.
Page 191: Fixed Mast Antenna
After the player is cleaned, press and hold the EJT Fixed Mast Antenna button for ﬁve seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator. The radio will display CLEANED to show the indicator The ﬁxed mast antenna can withstand most car washes was reset.
Page 192 NOTES 3-122...
Page 193: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-3 Rear Seat Passengers ........1-42 Manual Seats ..........1-3 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults ........1-45 Six-Way Power Seats ........1-4 Safety Belt Pretensioners .......1-47 Reclining Seatbacks ........1-4 Safety Belt Extender ........1-47 Head Restraints ..........1-6 Child Restraints ..........1-48 Rear Seats ............1-6...
Page 194 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Airbag System ..........1-78 Restraint System Check ........1-88 Where Are the Airbags? ........1-81 Checking Your Restraint Systems ....1-88 When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? .....1-83 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...........1-89 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? .......1-85 How Does an Airbag Restrain? .......1-85 What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? ..1-86 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-88...
Page 195: 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 196: 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 197 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can not do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt can not do its job because it will not be against your body.
Page 198: Head Restraints
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 199: 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 200: Split Bench Seats
Split Bench Seats If you have the split bench seat (50/50 or 40/60), the seatbacks can be folded forward or reclined individually and the seats can be removed individually. The second row (40/60) sections can also be adjusted forward or rearward individually. The second row (40/60) split bench may be equipped with a built-in child restraint.
Page 201 The other lever is located Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks on the rear of the seat. CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
Page 202 To raise a seatback, pull the nylon strap or lift the recliner lever while raising the seatback until it locks upright. Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked into place. To recline the seatback, pull the nylon strap or lift the recliner lever.
Page 203: Removing The Split Bench Seat
Removing the Split Bench Seat Make sure the seatback is in the upright position. 1. For the second row split bench, with the seatback in the upright position, unhook the side attachment for the safety belt. This mini-buckle is located on the right side of the seat.
Page 204: Replacing The Split Bench Seats
Replacing the Split Bench Seats CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
Page 205 The seat must be placed in the proper location for the legs to attach correctly. CAUTION: Make sure the seat is in the full rear position before beginning this procedure. A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash.
Page 206 2. Make sure the bench 3. Firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear ﬂoor pins seat is angled so that by pushing down on the rear of the seat. the front hooks 4. Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down. clear the ﬂoor pins.
Page 207: 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 208 Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
Page 209: 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 210 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 211: Replacing The Bucket Seats
Replacing the Bucket Seats CAUTION: CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide If the seatback is not locked, it could move the protection needed in a crash. The person forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could wearing the belt could be seriously injured.
Page 212 Make sure the seats are in the full rear position before beginning this procedure. 1. With the seat folded, squeeze the angled bar toward the straight crossbar while placing the front hooks of the bucket seat onto the front two ﬂoor pins.
Page 213: 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 214 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. 1-22...
Page 215 Replacing the Captain’s Chairs CAUTION: CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide If the seatback is not locked, it could move the protection needed in a crash. The person forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could wearing the belt could be seriously injured.
Page 216 Make sure the seatbacks are in the upright position, the seat belts are on the correct side of the chairs and the second row captain’s chairs are in the full rear position before beginning this procedure. 2. Push the rear of the seat down to lock the rear latches onto the rear set of ﬂoor pins.
Page 217: 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 218: Removing The Stowable Seat
Removing the Stowable Seat 1. Remove the convenience center, if it is in the vehicle. See Convenience Center on page 2-53 for more information. 2. Make sure all items are off of the stowable seat. 3. If the seatback is down, put the seatback in its upright position before removing the seat.
Page 219: Replacing The Stowable Seat
Replacing the Stowable Seat CAUTION: CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide If the seatback is not locked, it could move the protection needed in a crash. The person forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could wearing the belt could be seriously injured.
Page 220: Safety Belts
The seat must be placed in the proper location for the Safety Belts legs to attach correctly. Make sure the seat is in its upright position before Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone beginning this procedure. 1. Place the front hooks of the seat onto the front ﬂoor This part of the manual tells you how to use safety pins in the third row.
Page 221 In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. CAUTION: You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 222: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. 1-30...
Page 223 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something. doesn’t stop. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-31...
Page 224 or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-32...
Page 225: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? Safety Belts You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident accident —...
Page 226: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see Older Children on page 1-48 or Infants and Young Children on page 1-50.
Page 227 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. 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.
Page 228 What is 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 will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 229 What is 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 230 What is 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 231 What is 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 are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 232 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to ﬁx it.
Page 233: Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. 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.
Page 234: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be belt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-34. seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.
Page 235 Lap-Shoulder Belt 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, Here is how to wear one properly.
Page 236 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 lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 237: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear safety belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 238 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. The guide must be on top of the belt. 1-46...
Page 239: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners. Although you cannot see them, they are located on the retractor part of the safety belts for the driver and right front passenger. They help the safety belts reduce a person’s forward movement in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash.
Page 240: 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 241 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? Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.
Page 242: Infants And Young Children
Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children.
Page 243 CAUTION: CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms Children who are up against, or very close to, while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously weigh much — until a crash. During a crash a injured or killed.
Page 244 For most basic types of child restraints, there are What are the different types of add-on many different models available. When purchasing a child restraints? child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the in a motor vehicle.
Page 245 CAUTION: CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, The body structure of a young child is quite including support for the head and neck. unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom This is necessary because a newborn infant’s the safety belts are designed.
Page 246: 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, An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed the restraint.
Page 247 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. with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a ﬁve-point harness.
Page 248 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, A child restraint system is any device designed for it will have a label saying that it meets federal use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position motor vehicle safety standards.
Page 249: 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. move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure We, therefore, recommend that child restraints be people in the vehicle.
Page 250: Top Strap Anchor Location
Once you have the top strap anchored, you will be ready to secure the child restraint itself. Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions say. Top Strap Anchor Location In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored.
Page 251 Third Row An anchor bar for a top strap is located at the rear of Third Row (Stowable Seat) the seat cushion for each second and third row outboard The anchor bar for the stowable bench seat is located seating position, and for the center position of the on the passenger’s side of the crossbar.
Page 252: Lower Anchorages And Top Tethers For Children (Latch System)
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will ﬁnd anchors 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 253 To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has a label on the seatback. 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.
Page 254: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed Securing a Child Restraint in a for the LATCH System Rear Seat Position 1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH position you want to use, where the bottom of the system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for seatback meets the back of the seat cushion.
Page 255 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. 1-63...
Page 256: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a front passenger airbag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here is why: CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger’s airbag inﬂates.
Page 257 There is no top strap anchor in the right front passenger’s 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 258 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 259: Built-In Child Restraint
Built-In Child Restraint WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur: • Follow all instructions on the child restraint and in the vehicle’s owner’s manual. 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 one location in your vehicle.
Page 260 This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. CAUTION: Use only with children who weigh between 22 and 40 pounds (10 and 18 kg) and whose height is between Using the vehicle’s built-in child restraint as a 33.5 and 40 inches (850 and 1 016 mm).
Page 261 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 262 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. 1-70...
Page 263 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...
Page 264 8. Place the other side of the harness over the child’s shoulder. 9. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 6. Select only one side of the harness. Place the harness over the child’s shoulder. 7. Push the latch plate (B) into the buckle until it clicks. Be sure the buckle is free of any foreign objects 10.
Page 265 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 266 12. Pull the shoulder harness adjustment strap (C) 13. Adjust the position of the harness on the child’s ﬁrmly until the harness is snugly adjusted around shoulder by moving the clip along the harness the child. You should not be able to put more than until it is level with the child’s armpits.
Page 267 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 268 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. 1.
Page 269 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 270: Airbag System
Airbag System Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inﬂating frontal airbag. But these airbags must inﬂate very quickly to do their job Your vehicle has airbags — a frontal airbag for the and comply with federal regulations.
Page 271 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: rollover, rear or low-speed frontal crashes, Both frontal and side impact airbags inﬂate or in many side crashes. And, for some with great force, faster than the blink of an unrestrained occupants, frontal airbags may eye. If you are too close to an inﬂating airbag, provide less protection in frontal crashes as you would be if you were leaning forward, than more forceful airbags have provided in...
Page 272 There is an airbag readiness light on the CAUTION: instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but The system checks the airbag electrical system for not for young children and infants.
Page 273: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Airbags? The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-81...
Page 274 If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact airbag 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 airbag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door.
Page 275: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? CAUTION: The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags 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 exceeds a predetermined deployment airbag, the airbag might not inﬂate properly threshold.
Page 276 If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that The frontal airbags (driver and right front passenger) does not move or deform, the threshold level for the are not intended to inﬂate during vehicle rollovers, reduced deployment is about 12 to 18 mph (19 to rear impacts, or in many side impacts because inﬂation 29 km/h), and the threshold level for a full deployment is would not likely help the occupants.
Page 277: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? How Does an Airbag Restrain? In an impact of sufficient severity, the airbag sensing In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For both even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel frontal and side impact airbags, the sensing system or the instrument panel.
Page 278: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an CAUTION: Airbag Inﬂates? After the airbag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, so quickly When an airbag inﬂates, there is dust in the that some people may not even realize the airbag air. This dust could cause breathing problems inﬂated.
Page 279 In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate an airbag, Notice: If you damage the covering for the driver’s windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. or the right front passenger’s airbag, or the airbag Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the covering on the driver’s and right front passenger’s right front passenger airbag.
Page 280: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Restraint System Check Vehicle Checking Your Restraint Systems Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors have information about servicing your vehicle and the and anchorages are working properly.
Page 281: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If safety belts or built-in child restraint harness straps are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage After a Crash also may mean you will need to have safety belt, built-in child restraint, LATCH system or seat parts repaired or replaced.
Page 282 NOTES 1-90...
Page 283: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Freeway Driving ...........4-20 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-21 Drunken Driving ..........4-2 Highway Hypnosis ........4-22 Control of a Vehicle ........4-5 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-22 Braking ............4-5 Winter Driving ..........4-24 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......4-6...
Page 284: 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 driving Your Vehicle task — such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call, reading, or reaching for something on the ﬂoor — makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even Defensive Driving cause a collision, with resulting injury.
Page 285 Police records show that almost half of all motor According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) these deaths are the result of someone who was bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC drinking and driving.
Page 286 It is the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s 0.05 percent or above.
Page 287: Control Of A Vehicle
Braking CAUTION: Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. Your reﬂexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and That is perception time. Then you have to bring up your judgment can be affected by even a small foot and do it.
Page 288: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is Your vehicle may have anti-lock brakes. ABS is an a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool advanced electronic braking system that will help between hard stops.
Page 289 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 290: Braking In Emergencies
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 291 If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction You 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 control will automatically disengage.
Page 292: Steering
Steering Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly apply the brakes. Both control systems — steering and braking — have to do their work Power Steering where the tires meet the road. Unless you have four-wheel anti-lock brakes, adding the hard braking can If you lose power steering assist because the engine demand too much of those places.
Page 293: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 294: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off the The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again.
Page 295: Loss Of Control
• Remember that your right outside mirror is convex. Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one away from you than it really is. thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you are following a larger •...
Page 296 Skidding Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, you In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. will want to slow down and adjust your driving to Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable these conditions.
Page 297: Driving At Night
Driving at Night • Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. • Since you cannot see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. • Slow down, especially on higher speed roads.
Page 298: 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 re-adjust 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 299 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 300: Driving Through Flowing Water
Hydroplaning Driving Through Flowing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the CAUTION: water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 301: 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 302: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the ﬂow.
Page 303: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. Here are some things you can check before a trip: The exit speed is usually posted. • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not all windows clean inside and outside? to your sense of motion.
Page 304: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 305 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make CAUTION: your trips safer and more enjoyable. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all ﬂuid Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system, ignition off is dangerous.
Page 306: Winter Driving
Winter Driving 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. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet, or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 307 If you have traction control, it will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. But you can turn the traction system off if you ever need to. You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow.
Page 308: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
Remember, unless you have anti-lock, if you brake so If You Are Caught in a Blizzard hard that your wheels stop rolling, you will just slide. Brake so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer. • Whatever your braking system, allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
Page 309 • Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make CAUTION: body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, ﬂoor mats — anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.
Page 310: 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 again and CAUTION: repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can.
Page 311: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Loading Your Vehicle First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear It is very important to know how much weight your the area around your front wheels. If your vehicle has vehicle can carry.
Page 312 Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inﬂation pessures (D). For more information on tires and inﬂation see Tires on page 5-53 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-59.
Page 313 4. The resulting ﬁgure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be ﬁve 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs).
Page 314 Example 2 Example 3 Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) for Example 2 for Example 3 Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 750 lbs (340 kg) Weight 200 lbs 1,000 lbs (453 kg) (68 kg)
Page 315 Certiﬁcation/Tire Label weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle. CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either...
Page 316: Towing
If you put things inside your vehicle—like suitcases, Towing tools, packages, or anything else, they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, Towing Your Vehicle or if there is a crash, they will keep going. Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if CAUTION: you need to have your disabled vehicle towed.
Page 317: Level Control
Here are some important things to consider before you Dolly Towing do recreational vehicle towing: If you have a two-wheel-drive vehicle, it can be towed • What’s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? with two of its wheels on the ground. To dolly tow Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s your vehicle, do the following: recommendations.
Page 318: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Your vehicle can tow a trailer. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that appears later in this section. But trailering is different CAUTION: than just driving your vehicle by itself.
Page 319: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or not make starts at full throttle. This helps your advice, or you can write us at: engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center the heavier loads. P.O. Box 33170 •...
Page 320: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue If you are using a weight-carrying or a weight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight your vehicle.
Page 321: Safety Chains
Hitches Safety Chains It is important to have the correct hitch equipment. You should always attach chains between your vehicle Crosswinds, large trucks going by, and rough roads are and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue a few reasons why you will need the right hitch. Here of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting are some rules to follow: the road if it becomes separated from the hitch.
Page 322: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you will want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. CAUTION: And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as...
Page 323: Following Distance
Following Distance Making Turns Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. could cause the trailer to come in contact with the This can help you avoid situations that require vehicle.
Page 324: Driving On Grades
Driving on Grades But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, do the following: Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start 1. Apply your regular brakes, but do not shift into down a long or steep downgrade. If you do not shift PARK (P).
Page 325: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Maintenance When Trailer Towing Trailer Wiring Harness Your vehicle will need service more often when you are Your vehicle has a trailer wiring harness located at the pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more rear of your vehicle. To use the trailer wiring harness, on this.
Page 326 NOTES 4-44...
Page 327: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Windshield Washer Fluid ........5-35 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Brakes ............5-36 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Battery ............5-39 Your Vehicle ..........5-5 Jump Starting ..........5-40 Fuel ..............5-5 Bulb Replacement ..........5-45 Gasoline Octane ..........5-5 Halogen Bulbs ..........5-45 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-5 Headlamps ..........5-46...
Page 328 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Changing a Flat Tire ........5-69 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ..5-87 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ....5-70 Aluminum Wheels .........5-88 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Tires ............5-88 Spare Tire ..........5-73 Sheet Metal Damage ........5-89 Secondary Latch System .......5-78 Finish Damage ..........5-89 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ....5-80...
Page 329: Service
Service California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to emit chemicals known to the State of California to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive for all your service needs.
Page 330: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION: If you want to do some of your own service work, you will want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual You can be injured and your vehicle could be can.
Page 331: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Gasoline Octane Your Vehicle Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can heavy knocking noise when you drive.
Page 332: California Fuel
California Fuel Additives If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emission To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States Standards (see the underhood emission control label), are now required to contain additives that will help it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, speciﬁcations.
Page 333: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that Fuels in Foreign Countries contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel If you plan on driving in another country outside the system and also damage the plastic and rubber United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard parts.
Page 334: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle.
Page 335 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 336: Checking Things Under The Hood
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 337: Hood Release
Hood Release 3. Lift the hood. 4. Pull forward on the hood prop to release it from its To open the hood, do the following: storage clip. The hood prop may be hot due to increased engine temperatures under the hood, so be careful when handling it.
Page 338: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood, here is what you will see: 5-12...
Page 339 A. Underhood Fuse Block. See Underhood Fuse Block G. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” on page 5-96. under Engine Oil on page 5-14. B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting on H. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick. See “Checking page 5-40.
Page 340: Engine Oil
Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop.
Page 341: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
See Engine Compartment What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Overview on page 5-12 for Look for two things: the location of the engine oil ﬁll cap. • 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.
Page 342 • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container.
Page 343: Engine Oil Life System
Notice: Use only engine oil identiﬁed as meeting Engine Oil Life System GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed For Gasoline Engines When to Change Engine Oil starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know oil can result in engine damage not covered by when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter.
Page 344: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly dispose of clothing System or rags containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer’s warnings about the use and disposal of The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change oil products.
Page 345: How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
How to Inspect the Engine Air 4. Inspect or 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 346: 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 347 To get the right reading, the ﬂuid should be at normal Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F (82°C to 93°C). Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C).
Page 348 If the ﬂuid level is low, add only enough of the proper ﬂuid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick. 1. Pull out the dipstick. 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 1 pint (0.5 L).
Page 349: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant • Help keep the proper engine temperature. • Let the warning messages and gages work as The cooling system in your vehicle is ﬁlled with they should. ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles ®...
Page 350: What Engine Coolant To Use
What Engine Coolant to Use Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and repair cost would not be covered by your warranty. ®...
Page 351: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant CAUTION: The coolant recovery tank is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, Turning the radiator pressure cap when the above the engine air engine and radiator are hot can allow steam cleaner/ﬁlter. See Engine and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you Compartment Overview badly.
Page 352: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Notice: The radiator cap on your vehicle is a pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to CAUTION: prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overﬂow tube on the radiator ﬁller neck.
Page 353: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
Notice: If your engine catches ﬁre because you keep If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly try this for a minute or so: damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by 1.
Page 354: Overheated Engine Protection
Overheated Engine Protection Cooling System Operating Mode When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: This emergency operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation. If an overheated engine condition exists, an overheat protection mode which alternates ﬁring groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage.
Page 355 If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on, check do not do anything else until it cools down. The to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running. vehicle should be parked on a level surface.
Page 356 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant CAUTION: (Continued) Recovery Tank If you have not found a problem yet, but the coolant Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark, add for the proper coolant mixture.
Page 357 CAUTION: CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol system can blow out and burn you badly. They and it will burn if the engine parts are hot are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator enough.
Page 358: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. Notice: Your engine has a speciﬁc radiator ﬁll procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could CAUTION: cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged.
Page 359 ® 4. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the coolant mixture, up to the base of the ﬁller upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the neck.
Page 360: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for reservoir location. When to Check Power Steering Fluid 9. Then ﬁll the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark. It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid 10.
Page 361: Windshield Washer Fluid
3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a Adding Washer Fluid clean rag. Open the cap with the 4. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. washer symbol on it. Add 5. Remove the cap again and look at the ﬂuid level on washer ﬂuid until the tank the dipstick.
Page 362: Brakes
Brakes So, it is not a good idea to top off your brake ﬂuid. Adding brake ﬂuid will not correct a leak. If you add ﬂuid when your linings are worn, then you will have too Brake Fluid much ﬂuid when you get new brake linings. You should add or remove brake ﬂuid, as necessary, only when Your brake master cylinder work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
Page 363 What to Add Notice: • When you do need brake ﬂuid, use only DOT-3 brake Using the wrong ﬂuid can badly damage brake ﬂuid. Use new brake ﬂuid from a sealed container only. system parts. For example, just a few drops of See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
Page 364: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Your vehicle has front disc brakes and may have rear Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake drum brakes or rear disc brakes. squeal when the brakes are ﬁrst applied or lightly Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a applied.
Page 365: Battery
Brake Pedal Travel For example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the balance between your See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to front and rear brakes can change — for the worse. The normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in braking performance you have come to expect can pedal travel.
Page 366: 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 another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your the battery.
Page 367 Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories damage to your vehicle that would not be covered on during the jump starting procedure, they could by your warranty. be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Page 368 The terminal is located under a tethered cap at CAUTION: the front of the underhood fuse block. See Engine Compartment Overview on Using a match near a battery can cause battery page 5-12 for more gas to explode. People have been hurt doing information on location.
Page 369 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote CAUTION: positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to Fans or other moving engine parts can injure the positive (+) terminal of the good battery.
Page 370 9. Connect the other end of the negative ( ) cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less.
Page 371: Bulb Replacement
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do Bulb Replacement the following: For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see 1. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the Replacement Bulbs on page 5-51. vehicle that had the dead battery. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this 2.
Page 372: Headlamps
Headlamps 5. Pull the bulb assembly straight up from the lamp housing. 1. Open the hood. 6. Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up the 2. Remove the front turn signal/parking lamp blue tabs and pulling the bulb out. assembly. See Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps on page 5-48.
Page 373 9. Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp 10. 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 374: Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker And Parking Lamps
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 1. Open the hood. Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamp 3. Pull the front turn signal/parking lamp assembly away from the vehicle. 2. Remove the thumbscrew attaching the front turn signal/parking lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly.
Page 375 Front Sidemarker Lamp 7. Line up and insert the tabs on the back of the assembly in the slots in the fender to reinstall the 4. Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly lamp assembly. Engage the lower clip on the back of by pressing the tab while turning it the lamp assembly into the fender, keeping the upper counterclockwise.
Page 376: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps And Back-Up Lamps
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 not be removed during this procedure.
Page 377: Replacement Bulbs
5. Replace the bulb by pulling the old bulb out and gently pushing the new bulb into the bulb holder socket. 6. Snap the bulb holder back into place, making sure all retaining tabs are properly over the bulb holder tabs. 7.
Page 378: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-14.
Page 379: 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 380: Tire Sidewall Labelling
Tire Sidewall Labelling (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation): Original equipment tires designed to GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have a TPC Useful information about a tire is molded into its speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall. GM’s TPC sidewall.
Page 381 (B) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (C) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN): The letters and numbers following the DOT (Department of Transportation) code is the Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured.
Page 382: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Size (D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter The following illustration shows an example of a typical R means radial ply construction; the letter D means passenger vehicle tire size.
Page 383 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 4-29. 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 4-29.
Page 384 Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. Traction: The friction between the tire and the road surface. The amount of grip provided. Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contact outward when mounted on a vehicle.
Page 385: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar), below the driver’s door latch. This label shows your vehicle’s original Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate equipment tires and the correct inﬂation pressures for effectively.
Page 386: Tire Inspection And Rotation
How to Check Tire Inspection and Rotation Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inﬂated (8 000 to 13 000 km). simply by looking at them.
Page 387: When It Is Time For New Tires
Do not include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. When It Is Time for New Tires After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and One way to tell when it’s rear inﬂation pressures as shown on the Tire and time for new tires is to Loading Information label.
Page 388: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires CAUTION: To ﬁnd out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Certiﬁcation/Tire label or the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on Mixing tires could cause you to lose control page 4-29, for examples of the labels and where they while driving.
Page 389: 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 390: 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 391: Used Replacement Wheels
Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. It could affect the braking and dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose or how far it’s been driven.
Page 392: Tire Chains
Tire Chains Accessory Inﬂator Your vehicle may have an accessory inﬂator. With it, Notice: Use tire chains only where legal and only you can inﬂate things like air mattresses and when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains basketballs, and you can also use it to bring your tires that are the proper size for your tires.
Page 393 Your accessory inﬂator will automatically shut off after about 10 minutes. The light in the switch will blink. After CAUTION: about one minute you can use the system again. Press the switch and the indicator light will come on. Inﬂating something too much can make it Notice: If you run the accessory inﬂator longer than explode, and you or others could be injured.
Page 394: 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 395: 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 To be even more certain the vehicle will not hazard warning ﬂashers. move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one CAUTION: being changed.
Page 396: 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 E. Jacking To remove the tools, do the following: B. Strap Instructions C.
Page 397 To remove the compact spare tire, do the following: The tools you will be using include the jack (A), extension (B) and folding wrench (C). A. Hoist Shaft E. Extension B. Hoist Assembly (Chisel End) The compact spare tire is located under the rear of the C.
Page 398 The hoist is used to store a full-size or a ﬂat road tire under the vehicle. See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 5-80. If the compact spare tire will not lower, check under the vehicle to see if the tire is hanging loose and the cable end and spring under the wheel plate are missing.
Page 399: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Once the center cap and/or wheel cover are removed, use the following steps to remove the ﬂat tire and install Installing the Spare Tire the spare tire. 1. Loosen the wheel If the wheel has a center cap, use the handle of the nuts —...
Page 400 Notice: If you use a jack to raise the vehicle without positioning it correctly, you could damage CAUTION: your vehicle. When raising your vehicle on a jack, avoid contact with the rear axle control arms. Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is 2.
Page 401 4. Attach the folding wrench to the jack, CAUTION: and turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head 3 inches Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to (7.6 cm). which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time.
Page 402 CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 8. Install the compact spare tire and put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel.
Page 403 10. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross CAUTION: sequence, as shown. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 404: Secondary Latch System
Secondary Latch System To release the spare tire from the secondary latch, do the following: Your vehicle may have an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It CAUTION: is designed to stop a tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle if the cable holding the spare tire is damaged.
Page 405 1. Place the jack under the vehicle, ahead of the rear 5. Grasp the compact spare tire with both hands and bumper. Position the center lift point of the jack pull it out from under the vehicle. under the center of the compact spare tire. 6.
Page 406: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire CAUTION: and Tools The underbody-mounted spare tire needs to be CAUTION: stored with the valve stem pointing down. If the spare tire is stored with the valve stem pointing upwards, its secondary latch won’t work Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the properly and the spare tire could loosen and passenger compartment of the vehicle could...
Page 407 3. Slide the cable retainer through the center of the wheel and start to raise the tire. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel. 4. When the tire is almost in the stored position, turn the tire so the valve is towards the rear of the vehicle.
Page 408: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inﬂated when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inﬂation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on the vehicle, stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire is correctly inﬂated.
Page 409: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Do not use any of these products unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage the vehicle: Cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Other cleaning products can burst into ﬂames if a match •...
Page 410: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Most stains can be removed with club soda water. To 4. Start cleaning from the seams into the stain to clean, use the following instructions: avoid a ring effect. 1. For liquids: blot with a clean, soft, white cloth. For 5.
Page 411: Vinyl
Vinyl Interior Plastic Components Use warm water and a clean cloth. Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth • or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. This surface ﬁnish.
Page 412: Care Of Safety Belts And Built-In Child Restraint Harness
Care of Safety Belts and Built-in Washing Your Vehicle Child Restraint Harness The paint ﬁnish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. Keep the safety belts and the built-in child restraint The best way to preserve the vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it harness clean and dry.
Page 413: Finish Care
Finish Care Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield the paint ﬁnish. GM-approved cleaning products can be washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, obtained from your dealer.
Page 414: Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels Notice: If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes, you could damage the aluminum Notice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals, or chrome-plated wheels. The repairs would not abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners be covered by your warranty.
Page 415: Sheet Metal Damage
Sheet Metal Damage At least every spring, ﬂush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal the frame should be loosened before being ﬂushed.
Page 416: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Removes swirl marks, ﬁne See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing Swirl Remover Polish scratches, and other light the following products. surface contamination. Removes light scratches Description Usage Cleaner Wax and protects ﬁnish. Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Cleans, shines, and...
Page 417: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You will ﬁnd this label on the inside of the glove box. Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label, you will ﬁnd the following: •...
Page 418: 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 419: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
If you ever have a problem on the road and do not have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage or use one of the spare fuses in the underhood fuse block. Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without –...
Page 420 Fuse Usage Fuse Usage HTD MIRROR Heated Mirrors Instrument Cluster, Body Control MALL Module, Electronic Level Control RH T/LP Not Used CLUSTER (ELC) Sensor and Relay, Theft, RR FOG LP Not Used Door Ajar CIGAR/DIC/ Cigarette Lighter, DIC, Front STOP LAMP Stoplamp Switch APO FRT Auxiliary Power Outlets, Data Link...
Page 421 Fuse Usage Circuit Breaker Usage LH HEADLP Not Used Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) HEADLAMP Control Module, Headlamp and Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch LH HEADLP Not Used HIGH PWR SLD DR Power Sliding Door Blank Not Used PWR WDO Front Power Windows Blank Not Used PWR/HEATED...
Page 422: Underhood Fuse Block
Underhood Fuse Block This fuse block is located in the engine compartment, in front of the windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. Fuse Usage Coolant Fans To remove the cover, turn the knob counterclockwise Not Used and lift up.
Page 423 Fuse Usage Fuse Usage Ignition Switch to Fuses (Instrument Not Used Panel): ABS/TCS Ignition, Cruise, Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) DRL, Electronic PRNDL, Ignition 1, Canister Purge Valve, Heated PSD, Air Bag, Turn Signal and Oxygen Sensors 1 and 2, Mass Air Powertrain Control Module [IGN Flow (MAF) Sensor MAIN Relay (Underhood Fuse...
Page 424 Fuse Usage Relay Usage Automatic Transaxle (Torque Right Fan 1, Left Fan 2 Converter Clutch Solenoids) Left Fan 2 Stoplamp Switch to Powertrain Control Module Fuses: A/C Clutch, Ignition 1-U/H, Electronic Ignition, TCC, Injectors Fuel Pump Relay Right Fan 1, Left Fan 2 Powertrain Control Module A/C Clutch Not Used...
Page 425: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric measurements. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Front A/C 1.7 lbs 0.8 kg Front and Rear A/C 2.2 lbs 1.0 kg Automatic Transaxle...
Page 426 NOTES 5-100...
Page 427 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 ........6-9 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-10 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ....6-3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ........6-4...
Page 428: 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 429: 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 vehicle Footnotes on page 6-7 for further information. in good working condition.
Page 430: 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 can you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. (5 000 km) since your last service.
Page 431 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 5-14. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-17. An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components. See footnote #. Visually check for any leaks or damage.
Page 432: 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 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (41 500) (83 000) (125 000) (166 000)
Page 433: Maintenance Footnotes
Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (41 500) (83 000) (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).
Page 434 (c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, cloth will make them last longer, seal better and not stick ﬁttings and clamps; replace with genuine GM parts as or squeak.
Page 435: Owner Checks And Services
Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add These owner checks and services should be performed ® DEX-COOL coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, Coolant on page 5-23 for further details.
Page 436: At Least Once A Year
At Least Once a Year Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check Starter Switch Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
Page 437 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn parking brake. the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position. •...
Page 438: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or System equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part Windshield number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your ® Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent.
Page 439 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Carrier Hood and Door Assembly — Hinges, Rear Differential Folding Seat, VERSATRAK™ Fluid (GM Part No. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (Rear Drive Fuel Door U.S. 12378514, in Canada (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Module) and Hinge, Liftgate 88901045).
Page 440: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer. ® Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 25099149 A1208C Engine Oil Filter 25010792 PF47 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Kit 10322538 —...
Page 441: 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 442 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-16...
Page 443 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-17...
Page 444 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-18...
Page 445: Customer Assistance And Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information ....7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-10 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Online Owner Center ........7-3 Government ..........7-10 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian (TTY) Users ..........7-4 Government ..........7-11 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4...
Page 446: Customer Assistance And Information
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to visible through the windshield. your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your • Dealership name and location.
Page 447: 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 448: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free Fax Number: 313-381-0022 number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes From U.S. Virgin Islands: to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to 1-800-496-9994 Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center. Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Canada —...
Page 449: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With
Overseas — Customer Assistance GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and This program, available to Caribbean Islands/Countries qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin toward eligible aftermarket Islands) —...
Page 450: Roadside Assistance Program
Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge. The customer is responsible As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are for the repair or replacement of the tire if not automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside covered by a warrantable failure.
Page 451: Courtesy Transportation
This will coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs. Chevrolet reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at Scheduling Service Appointments any time without notiﬁcation.
Page 452: Transportation Options
Warranty service can generally be completed while you rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, Chevrolet obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair. helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum of $30.00 a...
Page 453: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders
Additional Program Information Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner and control several aspects of the vehicle’s...
Page 454: Reporting Safety Defects
To read this information, special equipment is needed Reporting Safety Defects and access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data is required. GM will not access information Reporting Safety Defects to the about a crash event or share it with others other than: •...
Page 455: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer General Motors. Please call the Chevrolet Customer Case Unit Repair Manual Assistance Center at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division...
Page 456: Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Bulletins give technical service information Service Publications are available for current and needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to please specify year and model name of the vehicle.
Page 457 Appearance Care (cont.) Child Restraint Pad ........5-85 Accessory Inﬂator ........... 5-66 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....5-86 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-23 Fabric/Carpet ..........5-83 Additives, Fuel ..........5-6 Finish Care ..........5-87 Add-On Electrical Equipment ......5-92 Finish Damage ..........5-89 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine .........
Page 458 Audio System(s) (cont.) Break-In, New Vehicle ........2-29 Radio with Six-Disc CD ........ 3-94 Bucket Seats, Rear ......... 1-15 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ..... 3-114, 3-116 Built-in Child Restraint ........1-67 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Bulb Replacement ........... 5-45 Data Systems (RDS) ........
Page 459 Charging System Indicator Message ....3-48 Cleaning (cont.) Check Leather ............5-85 Engine Light ..........3-42 Tires ............5-88 Checking Things Under the Hood ...... 5-10 Underbody Maintenance ....... 5-89 Chemical Paint Spotting ........5-89 Vinyl ............5-85 Child Restraints Washing Your Vehicle ........
Page 460 Customer Assistance Information Door Courtesy Transportation ........7-7 Ajar Warning Message ......... 3-51 Customer Assistance for Text Dual Sliding Doors ........2-12 Telephone (TTY) Users ....... 7-4 Last Door Closed Locking ......2-10 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4 Locks ............2-8 Customer Satisfaction Procedure .....
Page 461 Exit Lighting ........... 3-17 Exiting Programming Mode ....... 2-64 Electrical System Extender, Safety Belt ........1-47 Add-On Equipment ........5-92 Exterior Lamps ..........3-14 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-92 Headlamp Wiring ......... 5-92 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ......5-93 Power Windows and Other Power Options ..
Page 462 Fuel (cont.) Gage ............3-45 Hatch Ajar Warning Message ......3-51 Gasoline Octane ........... 5-5 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-5 Head Restraints ..........1-6 Low Warning Message ......... 3-52 Headlamp Wiring ..........5-92 Fuses Headlamps ............ 5-46 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......
Page 463 Lamps (cont.) Exterior ............3-14 Ignition Positions ..........2-30 Front Reading ..........3-18 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ....1-51 Interior Control ..........3-15 Inﬂation -- Tire Pressure ........5-59 Interior Override .......... 3-16 Instrument Panel Rear Reading ..........3-18 Brightness ..........
Page 464 Locks Malfunction Indicator Light ........ 3-42 Automatic Door ........... 2-57 Manual Seats ........... 1-3 Door ............2-8 Manual Windows ..........2-22 Last Door Closed Locking ......2-10 Message Lockout Protection ........2-11 Center ............3-46 Power Door ..........2-10 Change Engine Oil ........3-50 Programmable Automatic Door Locks .....
Page 465 Odometer ............3-35 Park Aid ............3-20 Odometers, Dual Trip ........3-35 Park (P) Off-Road Recovery .......... 4-12 Shifting Into ..........2-37 Shifting Out of ..........2-38 Engine ............5-14 Parking Pressure Message ........3-49 Assist ............3-20 Older Children, Restraints ........ 1-48 Brake ............
Page 466 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ........ 1-47 Radios (cont.) Programmable Automatic Door Locks ....2-11 Theft-Deterrent .......... 3-118 Programming Mode Understanding Reception ......3-119 Entering ............. 2-55 Rear Climate Control System ....3-27, 3-29 Exiting ............2-64 Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message ....3-51 ®...
Page 467 Restraint System Check Safety Belts (cont.) Checking Your Restraint Systems ....1-88 Right Front Passenger Position ...... 1-42 Replacing Restraint System Parts After Safety Belt Extender ........1-47 a Crash ..........1-89 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ....1-42 Restraint Systems Safety Belts Are for Everyone .......
Page 468 Service (cont.) Storage Areas (cont.) Engine Soon Light ........3-42 Convenience Net ......... 2-52 Publications Ordering Information ....7-11 Cupholder(s) ..........2-47 Traction System Warning Message ....3-46 Front Seat Storage Net ........ 2-50 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ....1-88 Glove Box ..........
Page 469 Tires ............. 5-53 Traction Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning ......5-88 Active Message ........... 3-47 Buying New Tires ........5-62 Control System (TCS) ........4-8 Chains ............5-66 Control System Warning Light ....... 3-40 Changing a Flat Tire ........5-69 Service Traction System Warning Message ..3-46 Cleaning ............
Page 470 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Wheels Number (VIN) ..........5-91 Alignment and Tire Balance ......5-64 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ....5-91 Replacement ..........5-64 Vehicle Personalization ........2-55 Where to Put the Restraint ....... 1-57 Arming and Disarming the Content Windows ............2-22 Theft-Deterrent System ......

Chevrolet VENTURE 2005 Owner's Manual

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

Vehicle Personalization

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Message Center

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Child Restraints

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service and Appearance Care

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Quick Links

Chapters

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