Buick Enclave Owner's Manual

Buick Enclave Owner's Manual

2013
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  • Page 29: Table Of Contents

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Vehicle Security Keys and Locks Vehicle Security ....2-11 Windows Vehicle Alarm System ..2-11 Keys Immobilizer .
  • Page 30: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the location. Other If locked out of the vehicle, call vehicles or objects may be Roadside Assistance. See Roadside blocking the signal. Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13 7 or Roadside Assistance Check the transmitter's battery. Program (U.S.
  • Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows through the DIC, the horn sounds (Power Liftgate): Press and when is pressed again within hold until the liftgate begins to move to open or close the liftgate. The five seconds. See Vehicle taillamps flash and a chime sounds Personalization on page 5 37 for to indicate when the liftgate is additional information.
  • Page 32: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Twist the tool until the Programming Transmitters to When replacing the transmitter is separated. battery, do not touch any of the the Vehicle circuitry on the transmitter. Static 2. Remove the old battery. Do not Only RKE transmitters programmed from your body could damage the use a metal object.
  • Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows Do not use the remote start feature vehicle's lights cannot be seen, After entering the vehicle during a if the vehicle is low on fuel. The remote start, insert and turn the key press and hold for at least vehicle could run out of fuel.
  • Page 34: Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Conditions in Which the For example, if and then WARNING (Continued) Remote Start Will Not Work pressed again after the vehicle has been running for five minutes, crash is increased if the The vehicle cannot be started using 10 minutes are added, allowing the doors are not locked.
  • Page 35: Power Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows To lock or unlock a door manually: Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks From the inside use the door When locking the doors with the Vehicles with an automatic lock/ lock knob on the window sill. power lock switch and a door or the unlock feature enable you to liftgate is open, the doors will lock program the vehicle's power door...
  • Page 36: Safety Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Safety Locks To set the locks, insert a key into Doors the slot and turn it to the horizontal The vehicle has rear door security position. The door can only be Liftgate locks to prevent passengers from opened from the outside with the opening the rear doors from the door unlocked.
  • Page 37 Keys, Doors, and Windows To open the liftgate, press the touch The power liftgate can be power WARNING (Continued) pad under the liftgate handle and lift opened and closed in the up. The vehicle must be in P (Park) following ways: Adjust the climate control and the battery must be charged.
  • Page 38 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows continue to completion. If the If more obstacles are encountered vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) and on the same power cycle, the power accelerated before the power liftgate function deactivates, and the liftgate latch closes, the liftgate may must be opened or closed manually.
  • Page 39: Vehicle Security

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Manual Operation of Power To open the liftgate, press the touch Vehicle Security pad on the outside of the liftgate Liftgate This vehicle has theft-deterrent handle and lift up. Use the pull features; however, they do not make handle to lower and close the the vehicle impossible to steal.
  • Page 40 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows The security light flashes. horn chirps and the lights flash. Testing the Alarm If the key is not placed in the When the door is closed, the To test the alarm: ignition and turned to START or the security light stops flashing and 1.
  • Page 41: Immobilizer

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Immobilizer The security light comes on if there the vehicle needs service. If the is a problem with arming or vehicle does start, the first key may See Radio Frequency Statement on disarming the theft-deterrent be faulty.
  • Page 42: Exterior Mirrors

    2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows To program the new additional key: 5. Repeat Steps 1 4 if additional Exterior Mirrors keys are to be programmed. 1. Verify that the new key has a If the PASS-Key III+ key is lost or Convex Mirrors stamped on it.
  • Page 43: Power Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Power Mirrors Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 1. Press (1) to fold the mirrors out to the driving position. If the vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system. See 2. Press (2) to fold the mirrors in to Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on the folded position.
  • Page 44: Heated Mirrors

    2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Heated Mirrors Park Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: If the vehicle has the memory Automatic Dimming package, the outside mirrors have a (Rear Window Defogger): park tilt feature. This feature tilts the Rearview Mirror Press to heat the mirrors.
  • Page 45: Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a WARNING pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open either a front window especially with the windows...
  • Page 46 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Express-Up/Express-Down 2. Press and continue to hold the Rear Window Lockout window switch until the window Windows is fully open. A window with the express-up/down 3. Pull up and hold the window feature allows it to be raised or switch to close the window.
  • Page 47: Sun Visors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Sun Visors Roof Sunroof The ignition must be in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active to operate the sunroof and power sunshade. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 18. Pull the sun visor down to block The vehicle may have a sunroof glare.
  • Page 48 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Sunshade Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose The sunshades must be opened debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and and closed manually. To open the roof sealing area using a clean sunshade, press the button on the cloth, mild soap, and water.
  • Page 109 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Vehicle Messages Gauge ..... . 5-12 Vehicle Messages ... 5-27 Controls Voltmeter Gauge .
  • Page 110: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization Controls Power Tilt Wheel Vehicle Personalization ..5-37 Steering Wheel Universal Remote System Universal Remote System . . . 5-45 Adjustment Universal Remote System Programming ....5-45 Universal Remote System Operation .
  • Page 111: Steering Wheel Controls

    Instruments and Controls Steering Wheel Controls To select tracks on an iPod or USB SRCE (Source): Press to switch device: between the radio, CD, and for equipped vehicles, front auxiliary, Press and hold rear auxiliary, and iPod/USB. while listening to a song listed in (Seek): Press to go to the next the main audio page, to quickly radio station while in AM, FM,...
  • Page 112: Rear Window Wiper

    Instruments and Controls Turn the band with the wiper symbol Heavy snow or ice can overload the Rear Window Wiper/ to control the windshield wipers. wipers. A circuit breaker stops them Washer until the motor cools. The rear wiper and rear wash button Windshield Washer is located on the instrument panel FRONT (Washer Fluid): Press...
  • Page 113: Compass

    Instruments and Controls Compass Compass variance is the difference between the earth's magnetic north Your vehicle may have a compass and true geographic north. If the in the Driver Information Center compass is not set to the zone (DIC). See Driver Information where you live, the compass may Center (DIC) on page 5 22 for more give false readings.
  • Page 114: Clock

    Instruments and Controls 5. If calibration is necessary, note pad holder, or any other 4. The DIC will display calibrate the compass. See magnetic item. Turn off the vehicle, CALIBRATING: DRIVE IN Compass Calibration move the magnetic item, then turn CIRCLES.
  • Page 115: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls Press Settings on the Home Page, Power Outlets Leaving electrical then press the Set Time or Set Date equipment plugged in for an The vehicle has 12-volt outlets that settings screen button to display the extended period of time while the can be used to plug in electrical different options for setting the time vehicle is off will drain the...
  • Page 116 Instruments and Controls Power Outlet 120 Volt The indicator light does not come on The power outlet is not designed for when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or and may not work properly, if the Alternating Current if the equipment is not fully seated following are plugged in: The vehicle may have a power into the outlet.
  • Page 117: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a Indicators problem with the vehicle. Warning lights and gauges can When one of the warning lights signal that something is wrong comes on and stays on while...
  • Page 118: Instrument Cluster

    5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 119: Odometer

    Instruments and Controls 5-11 Speedometer Fuel Gauge When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge shows about how much fuel The speedometer shows the the vehicle has left in the fuel tank. vehicle's speed in either kilometers An arrow on the fuel gauge per hour (km/h) or miles per indicates the side of the vehicle the hour (mph).
  • Page 120: Engine Coolant Temperature

    5-12 Instruments and Controls It takes a little more or less fuel Engine Coolant to fill up than the fuel gauge Temperature Gauge indicated. For example, the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank.
  • Page 121: Voltmeter Gauge

    Instruments and Controls 5-13 Voltmeter Gauge Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period. If there is a problem with the battery When the vehicle is started, this charging system, a SERVICE light flashes and a chime may come...
  • Page 122: Airbag Readiness Light

    5-14 Instruments and Controls Airbag Readiness Light WARNING This light shows if there is an If the airbag readiness light stays electrical problem with the airbag on after the vehicle is started or system. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), passenger comes on while driving, it means sensing system, the pretensioners, the airbag system might not be...
  • Page 123: Passenger Airbag Status

    Instruments and Controls 5-15 Passenger Airbag Status as a system check. If you use WARNING remote start, if equipped, to start the Indicator vehicle, you may not see the system If the airbag readiness light ever check. Then, after several more The vehicle has a passenger comes on and stays on, it means seconds, the status indicator will...
  • Page 124: Indicator Lamp

    5-16 Instruments and Controls a check to show the light is working. are at acceptable levels, helping to assists the service technician in It should go out when the engine is maintain a clean environment. The correctly diagnosing any started. malfunction indicator lamp comes malfunction.
  • Page 125 Instruments and Controls 5-17 Maintenance test. See follow the previous steps and see stalling when the vehicle is your dealer for service as soon as changed into gear, misfiring, possible. hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration. This light comes on during a Light On Steady: An emission These conditions might go away malfunction in one of two ways:...
  • Page 126: Brake System Warning

    5-18 Instruments and Controls emission system test equipment will systems have not been If the warning light comes on, there likely connect to the vehicle's Data completely diagnosed. The is a brake problem. Have the brake Link Connector (DLC). vehicle would be considered not system inspected right away.
  • Page 127: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    Instruments and Controls 5-19 If the light comes on while driving, Antilock Brake System there are no antilock brakes and pull off the road and stop carefully. there is a problem with the regular (ABS) Warning Light Make sure the parking brake is fully brakes.
  • Page 128: Engine Coolant Temperature

    5-20 Instruments and Controls This light comes on briefly while The engine coolant temperature For vehicles with the Tire Pressure starting the engine. If it does not, warning light comes on briefly when Monitor System (TPMS), this light have the vehicle serviced by your the vehicle is started.
  • Page 129: Engine Oil Pressure Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-21 Engine Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it This light is also used to indicate the means that oil is not flowing through status of the anti-theft alarm system Lack of proper engine oil the engine properly.
  • Page 130: Front Fog Lamp Light

    5-22 Instruments and Controls See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Cruise Control Light Information Displays Changer on page 6 2 for more information. Driver Information Center (DIC) Front Fog Lamp Light The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected.
  • Page 131 Instruments and Controls 5-23 temperature automatically appears The buttons are the set/reset, Vehicle Information Menu in the top right corner of the DIC customization, vehicle information, Items display. If there is a problem with and trip/fuel buttons. The button (Vehicle Information): Press the system that controls the functions are detailed in the this button to scroll through the...
  • Page 132 5-24 Instruments and Controls recommended in the Maintenance ALERT SYSTEM OFF message as REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT Schedule in this manual. See a reminder that the system has If the vehicle has the Rear Cross Maintenance Schedule on been turned off. See Object Traffic Alert (RCTA) system, this page 11 3 for more information.
  • Page 133 Instruments and Controls 5-25 the vehicle information will then be If the tire pressure display shows Trip/Fuel Menu Items displayed in the unit of dashes instead of a value, there (Trip/Fuel): Press this button measurement selected. may be a problem with your vehicle. to scroll through the following menu If this consistently occurs, see your items:...
  • Page 134 5-26 Instruments and Controls Each trip odometer can be reset to For example, if the vehicle was and the amount of fuel remaining in zero separately by pressing the set/ driven 8 km (5 mi) before it is started the fuel tank. This estimate will reset button or the trip odometer again, and then the retroactive reset change if driving conditions change.
  • Page 135: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-27 TIMER FUEL USED Vehicle Messages Press the trip/fuel button until Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL Messages are displayed on the DIC TIMER displays. This display can be USED displays. This display shows to notify the driver that the status of used as a timer.
  • Page 136: Battery Voltage And Charging

    5-28 Instruments and Controls The following are the possible SERVICE BATTERY on the DIC display. If the message messages that can be displayed is still displayed or appears again CHARGING SYSTEM and some information about them. when you begin driving, the brake On some vehicles, this message system needs service as soon as displays if there is a problem with...
  • Page 137: Engine Cooling System

    Instruments and Controls 5-29 HOOD OPEN PASSENGER DOOR OPEN Engine Cooling System Messages On some models, this message This message displays and a chime displays and a chime sounds if the sounds if the passenger door is not ENGINE HOT A/C (Air hood is not fully closed.
  • Page 138: Engine Oil Messages

    5-30 Instruments and Controls ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP Engine Oil Messages ENGINE ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON If you drive the vehicle If you drive the vehicle This message displays when while the engine is overheating, while the engine is overheating, service is required for the vehicle.
  • Page 139: Engine Power Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-31 OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages ENGINE ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FUEL LEVEL LOW If you drive the vehicle This message displays and a chime This message displays and a chime while the engine oil pressure is sounds when the cooling system sounds if the fuel level is low.
  • Page 140: Key And Lock Messages

    5-32 Instruments and Controls Key and Lock Messages TURN SIGNAL ON turn the URPA system back on, see Ultrasonic Parking Assist on This message displays and a chime REPLACE BATTERY IN page 9 31. sounds if a turn signal is left on for REMOTE KEY 1.2 km (0.75 mi).
  • Page 141: Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-33 displays will remain on indicating or slush. This message may also drive, however, you do not have the there is a problem with the SBZA display during heavy rain or due to benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce system.
  • Page 142: Airbag System Messages

    5-34 Instruments and Controls TRACTION CONTROL ON vehicle to your dealer before turning SERVICE POWER STEERING off the engine. See Immobilizer This message displays when the This message displays when a Operation on page 2 13 for more Traction Control System (TCS) is problem is detected with the power information.
  • Page 143: Tire Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-35 Tire Messages You can receive more than one tire TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE pressure message at a time. To This message displays when the TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE read the other messages that may Tire Pressure Monitor System have been sent at the same time, On vehicles with the Tire Pressure (TPMS) is relearning the tire...
  • Page 144: Vehicle Reminder

    5-36 Instruments and Controls Certain other vehicle electrical vehicle and check for the message Stop the vehicle and let it idle to conditions on the DIC display. If the message allow the transmission to cool. This still displays or appears again when message clears when the fluid This message turns off when the you begin driving, the system needs...
  • Page 145: Washer Fluid Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-37 Washer Fluid Messages Vehicle To change customization preferences, use the following Personalization WASHER FLUID LOW ADD procedure. FLUID Your vehicle may have Entering the Feature customization capabilities that allow This message displays when the Settings Menu you to program certain features to windshield washer fluid is low.
  • Page 146 5-38 Instruments and Controls Feature Settings Menu Items Press the customization button until Press the customization button until the DISPLAY LANGUAGE screen AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the The following are customization appears on the DIC display. Press DIC display. Press the set/reset features that allow you to program the set/reset button once to access button once to access the settings...
  • Page 147 Instruments and Controls 5-39 It also allows you to select which ALL IN PARK (default): All of the Press the customization button until doors and when the doors will doors will unlock when the vehicle is REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on automatically unlock.
  • Page 148 5-40 Instruments and Controls To select a setting, press the set/ LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior lock button on the RKE transmitter reset button while the desired lamps will flash when you press the twice. See Delayed Locking on setting is displayed on the DIC. unlock button on the RKE page 2 7 for more information.
  • Page 149 Instruments and Controls 5-41 is dark enough outside. This APPROACH LIGHTING Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) happens after the key is turned from System Operation on page 2 2 for This feature allows you to select ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF. more information. whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light Press the customization button until...
  • Page 150 5-42 Instruments and Controls LOUD: The chime volume will be for this feature. Then press the EASY EXIT SEAT set to a loud level. customization button to scroll If your vehicle has this feature, it through the following settings: NO CHANGE: No change will be allows you to select your preference for the automatic easy exit seat made to this feature.
  • Page 151 Instruments and Controls 5-43 The automatic easy exit seat Press the customization button until NO CHANGE: No change will be movement will only occur one time MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears made to this feature. The current after the key is removed from the on the DIC display.
  • Page 152 5-44 Instruments and Controls ON (default): The remote start DO NOT RESTORE: The Exiting the Feature feature will be enabled. customization features will not be Settings Menu set to their factory default settings. NO CHANGE: No change will be The feature settings menu will be made to this feature.
  • Page 153: Universal Remote System

    Instruments and Controls 5-45 Universal Remote devices such as garage door When programming a garage door, openers, security systems, and park outside of the garage. Park System home automation devices. directly in line with and facing the garage door opener motor-head or Do not use the Universal Remote See Radio Frequency Statement on gate motor-head.
  • Page 154 5-46 Instruments and Controls If the Universal Remote To program up to three devices: Some entry gates and garage system indicator light blinks door openers may require 1. Hold the end of the hand-held rapidly for two seconds, substitution of Step 2 with the transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to then turns to a constant procedure noted in Gate...
  • Page 155 Instruments and Controls 5-47 5. Firmly press and release the To program the remaining two If you live in Canada, or you are Learn or Smart button. After Universal Remote system buttons, having difficulty programming a gate pressing this button, you will begin with Step 1 of Programming operator or garage door opener by have 30 seconds to complete...
  • Page 156: Universal Remote System Operation

    5-48 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Erasing Universal Remote Reprogramming a Single Buttons Universal Remote Button Operation All programmed buttons should be To reprogram any of the three Using Universal Remote erased when the vehicle is sold or Universal Remote buttons, repeat the lease ends.
  • Page 213 Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting Into Park ... . 9-18 Object Detection Systems Shifting out of Park ..9-19 Ultrasonic Parking Assist ..9-31 Operating Parking over Things Side Blind Zone...
  • Page 214: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Driving Information WARNING passenger to handle potential distractions. Distracted Driving Taking your eyes off the road too Become familiar with vehicle long or too often could cause a Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as crash resulting in injury or death.
  • Page 215: Drunk Driving

    Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle If the engine ever stops while the between you and the driver in vehicle is being driven, brake Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. normally but do not pump the are important factors in helping to brakes.
  • Page 216: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating If the vehicle seems harder to steer Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery than normal when parking or driving Take curves at a reasonable slowly, there may be a problem with speed. the system. You will still have power Reduce speed before entering a steering, but steering will be stiffer than normal at slow speeds.
  • Page 217: Loss Of Control

    Driving and Operating 3. Turn the steering wheel to go If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help straight down the roadway. these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. Ease your foot off the Loss of Control Driving on Wet Roads accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go.
  • Page 218: Highway Hypnosis

    Driving and Operating Keep your eyes moving scan Other Rainy Weather Tips WARNING (Continued) the road ahead and to the sides. Besides slowing down, other wet Check the rearview mirror and weather driving tips include: Flowing or rushing water creates vehicle instruments often.
  • Page 219: Winter Driving

    Driving and Operating Stay in your own lane. Do not Drive with caution, whatever the WARNING (Continued) swing wide or cut across the condition. Accelerate gently so center of the road. Drive at traction is not lost. Accelerating too none going down a hill. You could speeds that let you stay in your quickly causes the wheels to spin crash.
  • Page 220 Driving and Operating Turn off cruise control on slippery WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) surfaces. Blizzard Conditions to the highest setting. See cannot be seen or smelled. It can Climate Control Systems in cause unconsciousness and even Being stuck in snow can be a the Index.
  • Page 221: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck system. Shift back and forth nonfactory-installed options. between R (Reverse) and a low Two labels on your vehicle show Slowly and cautiously spin the forward gear, spinning the wheels how much weight it may wheels to free the vehicle when as little as possible.
  • Page 222 9-10 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information The Tire and Loading never exceed XXX kg or Label Information label also shows the XXX lbs on your vehicle's size of the original equipment placard. tires (3) and the recommended Determine the combined cold tire inflation pressures (4).
  • Page 223 Driving and Operating 9-11 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
  • Page 224 9-12 Driving and Operating seating positions. The combined GVWR includes the weight of weight of the driver, passengers, the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo should never exceed and cargo. your vehicle's capacity weight. The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights Certification/Tire Label for the front and rear axles, called the Gross Axle Weight...
  • Page 225: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating 9-13 Starting and WARNING (Continued) WARNING Operating (GVWR), or either the Things you put inside the maximum front or rear Gross vehicle can strike and injure New Vehicle Break-In Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). people in a sudden stop or The vehicle does not This can cause systems to turn, or in a crash.
  • Page 226: Ignition Positions

    9-14 Driving and Operating Avoid making hard stops for Ignition Positions and turn it only with your hand. the first 322 km (200 mi) or If the key cannot be turned by so. During this time the new hand, see your dealer. brake linings are not yet (STOPPING THE ENGINE/ broken in.
  • Page 227 Driving and Operating 9-15 Do not turn the engine off when the 4. Set the parking brake. See instrument panel warning and vehicle is moving. This will cause a indicator lights. This position can loss of power assist in the brake also be used for service and and steering systems and disable diagnostics, and to verify the proper...
  • Page 228: Starting The Engine

    9-16 Driving and Operating The key lock release will not work if Starting Procedure the engine is already running. the battery is charged less than Engine cranking can be stopped 1. With your foot off the accelerator 9-volts, or uncharged. Try charging by turning the ignition switch to pedal, turn the ignition to START.
  • Page 229: Engine Heater

    Driving and Operating 9-17 If the vehicle starts briefly but with an engine coolant heater WARNING then stops again, repeat these should be plugged in at least four steps. This clears the extra hours before starting. Some models Plugging the cord into an gasoline from the engine.
  • Page 230: Retained Accessory

    9-18 Driving and Operating Retained Accessory Shifting Into Park WARNING (Continued) Power (RAP) 1. Hold the brake pedal down and It is dangerous to get out of the set the parking brake. See These vehicle accessories can be vehicle if the shift lever is not fully used for up to 10 minutes after the more information.
  • Page 231: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating 9-19 regular brake pedal down. Then, Shifting out of Park To shift out of P (Park): see if you can move the shift lever 1. Place the ignition in ON/RUN. The vehicle is equipped with an away from P (Park) without first electronic shift lock release system.
  • Page 232: Parking Over Things

    9-20 Driving and Operating Parking over Things Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) That Burn There are holes or openings WARNING in the vehicle body from WARNING damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be Things that can burn could touch completely sealed.
  • Page 233: Running The Vehicle While Parked

    Driving and Operating 9-21 Running the Vehicle Automatic WARNING While Parked Transmission It is dangerous to get out of the It is better not to park with the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully engine running. in P (Park) with the parking brake If the vehicle is left with the engine firmly set.
  • Page 234 9-22 Driving and Operating then press the button on the back of the vehicle is already moving, use D (Drive): This position is for the shift lever before shifting from N (Neutral) only. Also, use normal driving. It provides the best P (Park).
  • Page 235: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating 9-23 and performance. Use the brake to highest gear that the transmission hold the vehicle on a hill. Do not use will be allowed to operate in. This the accelerator pedal. means that all gears below that number are available.
  • Page 236: Tow/Haul Mode

    9-24 Driving and Operating While using the ERS, cruise control Automatic Engine Grade Drive Systems and the Tow/Haul mode can be Braking used. See Tow/Haul Mode following. All-Wheel Drive Automatic Engine Grade Braking assists when driving on a downhill Tow/Haul Mode Vehicles with this feature transfer grade.
  • Page 237: Antilock Brake

    Driving and Operating 9-25 Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it Remember: ABS does not change becomes necessary to slam on the the time needed to get a foot up to brakes and continue braking to the brake pedal or always decrease Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a stopping distance.
  • Page 238: Parking Brake

    9-26 Driving and Operating Parking Brake Driving with the parking Brake Assist brake on can overheat the brake This vehicle has a brake assist system and cause premature feature designed to assist the driver wear or damage to brake system in stopping or decreasing vehicle parts.
  • Page 239: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)

    Driving and Operating 9-27 Hill Start Assist (HSA) Ride Control Systems SERVICE STABILITRAK, the StabiliTrak light will come on and This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist stay and four chimes are heard. ® StabiliTrak System (HSA) feature, which may be useful If these conditions are observed, when the vehicle is stopped on a turn the vehicle off, wait...
  • Page 240 9-28 Driving and Operating system. See Traction Control The traction control system is Operation following for more enabled automatically when the information. vehicle is started. It will activate and the StabiliTrak light will flash if it When the traction control system senses that any of the wheels are has been turned off, system noises spinning or beginning to lose...
  • Page 241: Cruise Control

    Driving and Operating 9-29 wheel(s) excessively while these Cruise Control lights and messages are With cruise control, a speed of displayed. about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can The traction control system may be maintained without keeping your activate on dry or rough roads or foot on the accelerator.
  • Page 242 9-30 Driving and Operating Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using (Cancel): Press to disengage Cruise Control cruise control without erasing the If the cruise control is set at a set speed from memory. desired speed and then the brakes If the cruise control system is are applied, the cruise control is already activated:...
  • Page 243: Object Detection Systems

    Driving and Operating 9-31 Using Cruise Control on Hills Object Detection WARNING (Continued) How well the cruise control will work Systems on hills depends upon the vehicle It is not available at speeds speed, load, and the steepness of Ultrasonic Parking Assist greater than 8 km/h (5 mph).
  • Page 244: Side Blind Zone

    9-32 Driving and Operating The bumper is damaged. Take To be detected, objects must be at PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE the vehicle to your dealer to least 25 cm (10 in) off the ground OWNERS MANUAL: This repair the system. and below liftgate level.
  • Page 245 Driving and Operating 9-33 5.0 m (16 ft). The height of the zone When the vehicle is started, both WARNING (Continued) is approximately between outside mirror SBZA displays will 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2.0 m (6 ft) off the briefly come on to indicate the or vehicle damage.
  • Page 246 9-34 Driving and Operating When the System Does Not Seem TEMPORARILY OFF message after your blind zone, or the vehicle is To Work Properly cleaning the bumper, see your passing through an open field of dealer. view area, such as the desert, Missed alerts can occur under where there is insufficient data for normal circumstances and will...
  • Page 247: Rear Vision

    Driving and Operating 9-35 Rear Vision The rear vision camera system is The display remains on after shifting designed to help the driver when out of R (Reverse) for approximately Camera (RVC) backing up by displaying a view of 10 seconds. The display can be the area behind the vehicle.
  • Page 248 9-36 Driving and Operating To turn the symbols on or off: from the back of your vehicle do not move further back when a trailer is 1. Shift into P (Park). towed. 2. Press the Settings menu button The RCTA system can be disabled on the Home screen of the through the Driver Information infotainment system.
  • Page 249: Fuel

    Driving and Operating 9-37 Ice, snow, mud, or anything else When the System Does Not Fuel builds up on the camera lens. Seem To Work Properly Clean the lens, rinse it with Use of the recommended fuel is an The rear vision camera system water, and wipe it with a soft important part of the proper might not work properly or display a...
  • Page 250: Recommended Fuel

    9-38 Driving and Operating Prohibited Fuels Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions can Gasolines containing oxygenates, contain an octane-enhancing such as ethers and ethanol, as well additive called as reformulated gasolines are methylcyclopentadienyl manganese available in some cities. If these tricarbonyl (MMT).
  • Page 251: California Fuel

    Driving and Operating 9-39 California Fuel Fuels in Foreign Environmental Protection Agency regulations. To help keep fuel Requirements Countries injectors and intake valves clean and avoid problems due to dirty If the vehicle is certified to meet If planning to drive in countries injectors or valves, look for gasoline California Emissions Standards, it is outside the U.S.
  • Page 252: Filling The Tank

    9-40 Driving and Operating Gasolines containing oxygenates, fuel contains MMT. We recommend WARNING (Continued) such as ethers and ethanol, and against the use of such gasolines. reformulated gasolines might be Fuels containing MMT can reduce Do not leave the fuel pump available in your area.
  • Page 253: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Driving and Operating 9-41 When replacing the fuel cap, turn it tank and emissions system. See clockwise until it clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The diagnostic system can determine if Filling a Portable Fuel the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
  • Page 254: Towing

    9-42 Driving and Operating Do not tow a trailer during the Towing WARNING (Continued) first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent damage to the engine, axle or General Towing Place the nozzle inside the fill other parts. opening of the container Information Then, during the first 800 km before dispensing fuel, and...
  • Page 255 Driving and Operating 9-43 Before starting, check all trailer hitch This can help to avoid situations WARNING (Continued) parts and attachments, safety that require heavy braking and chains, electrical connectors, lamps, sudden turns. Do not drive with the liftgate, tires and mirrors. If the trailer has trunk/hatch, or rear-most Passing electric brakes, start the...
  • Page 256: Parking On Hills

    9-44 Driving and Operating When turning with a trailer, make transmission is not shifted down, the Parking on Hills wider turns than normal so the brakes might have to be used so trailer will not strike soft shoulders, much that they would get hot and no WARNING curbs, road signs, trees or other longer work well.
  • Page 257: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating 9-45 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then especially important in trailer Weight of the Trailer apply the parking brake and shift operation are automatic How heavy can a trailer safely be? into P (Park). transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and Speed, altitude, road grades, 5.
  • Page 258 9-46 Driving and Operating Vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight *GCWR Front-Wheel Drive 907 kg (2,000 lbs) 3 402 kg (7,500 lbs) Front-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 2 041 kg (4,500 lbs) 4 309 kg (9,500 lbs) All-Wheel Drive 907 kg (2,000 lbs) 3 493 kg (7,700 lbs) All-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 2 041 kg (4,500 lbs)
  • Page 259: Towing Equipment

    Driving and Operating 9-47 If a weight-carrying hitch or a The only way to be sure it is not Towing Equipment weight-distributing hitch is being exceeding any of these ratings is to Hitches used, the trailer tongue (1) should weigh the vehicle and trailer. weigh 10-15 percent of the total It is important to have the correct Total Weight on the Vehicle's...
  • Page 260 9-48 Driving and Operating Weight-Distributing Hitches and Safety Chains Trailer Wiring Harness Weight Carrying Hitches Always attach chains between the Basic Trailer Wiring vehicle and the trailer. Cross the The trailer wiring harness, with a safety chains under the tongue of seven-pin connector, is located at the trailer to help prevent the tongue the rear of the vehicle and is tied to...
  • Page 261: Conversions And Add-Ons Add-On Electrical

    Driving and Operating 9-49 *The fuse for this circuit is installed Electric Trailer Brake Control Conversions and in the underhood electrical center, Wiring Provisions Add-Ons but the wires are not connected. These wiring provisions for an They should be connected by your electric trailer brake controller are dealer or a qualified service center.
  • Page 262 9-50 Driving and Operating NOTES...
  • Page 263 Overheated Engine Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Protection Stoplamps ....10-26 Operating Mode ... 10-17 License Plate Lamp ..10-26 Power Steering Fluid .
  • Page 264 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation ....10-44 Jump Starting ....10-65 For service and parts needs, visit Tire Inspection .
  • Page 265 cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability wear by-products contain and/or control. These accessories or emit these chemicals.
  • Page 266 This vehicle has an airbag system. 2. At the front of the vehicle, pull Before attempting to do your own up on the bottom center of the To open the hood: service work, see grille, and push the secondary hood release to the left. 3.
  • Page 268 1. Radiator Pressure Cap. See 9. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of 2. Engine Coolant Recovery Cap. View). See Checking Engine Oil under 3. Remote Negative ( ) Terminal. 10. Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick. See Checking the Fluid Level under 11. Brake Master Cylinder 5.
  • Page 269 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine push it back in all the way. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to performance and long life, careful Remove it again, keeping the tip get an accurate reading, the vehicle...
  • Page 270 Use and ask for licensed engine oils SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity ® with the dexos1 approved grade for the vehicle. Do not use certification mark. Engine oils other viscosity grade oils such as meeting the requirements for the SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50.
  • Page 271 Engine oil system flushes are not year. The engine oil and filter must recommended and could cause be changed at least once a year engine damage not covered by the and, at this time, the system must vehicle warranty. be reset. Your dealer has trained This vehicle has a computer system service people who will perform this that indicates when to change the...
  • Page 272 2. Press the vehicle information Change the fluid at the intervals button until OIL LIFE listed in REMAINING displays. , and be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in 3. Press and hold the set/reset button until 100% is displayed. Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Three chimes sound and the scheduled maintenance intervals...
  • Page 273 To inspect or replace the engine air 5. Loosen the six housing cover (3) cleaner/filter: screws (2). 6. Remove the housing cover (3) with outlet duct. 7. Remove the filter (4) and any loose debris that may be found in the base (5). 8.
  • Page 274 An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away The cooling system allows the from any underhood electric fan. engine to maintain the correct working temperature.
  • Page 275 This mixture: Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash, pouring it on Gives freezing protection down the ground, or into sewers, streams, to 37°C ( 34°F), outside or bodies of water. Have the coolant temperature. changed by an authorized service Adding only plain water or some Gives boiling protection up to center, familiar with legal...
  • Page 276 You can be burned if you spill Steam and scalding liquids from a The coolant recovery tank cap has coolant on hot engine parts. hot cooling system can blow out this symbol on it. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and burn you badly. Never turn and it will burn if the engine parts the cap when the cooling system, When the engine is cold, the coolant...
  • Page 277 2. Remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn. 1. Detach the fasteners and lift off 5. Fill the coolant recovery tank to the panel that covers the the FULL COLD mark.
  • Page 278 8. If the coolant level inside the The vehicle may also display an radiator filler neck is low, add ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE more of the proper DEX-COOL ENGINE and ENGINE coolant mixture through the filler OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE neck until the level is back up to message in the Driver Information the base of the filler neck.
  • Page 279 Idles for long periods in traffic. If there is no sign of steam, idle the engine for three minutes while Tows a trailer. parked. If the warning is still If you keep driving when the If the overheat warning is displayed displayed, turn off the engine until it with no sign of steam: vehicles engine is overheated,...
  • Page 280 The fluid level should be somewhere between the MAX and MIN line on the dipstick in room It is not necessary to regularly temperature. If the fluid is on or check power steering fluid unless below the MIN line, add fluid close you suspect there is a leak in the to the MAX Line.
  • Page 281 may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc freezing. brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads When the windshield washer fluid are worn and new pads are needed.
  • Page 282 Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the Every time the brakes are applied, brakes are first applied or lightly with or without the vehicle moving, applied. This does not mean the brakes adjust for wear. something is wrong with the brakes.
  • Page 283 A fluid leak in the brake When the brake fluid falls to a low hydraulic system can also cause level, the brake warning light comes a low fluid level. Have the brake on. See hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will not work well.
  • Page 284 Infrequent Usage: Remove the 1. Before starting this check, be black, negative ( ) cable from the sure there is enough room Refer to the replacement number on battery to keep the battery from around the vehicle. the original battery label when a running down.
  • Page 285 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition on, but do not start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever When you are doing this check, moves out of P (Park), contact the vehicle could begin to move.
  • Page 286 To check the P (Park) be covered by your warranty. Do mechanism's holding ability: not allow the wiper blade arm to With the engine running, shift to touch the windshield. P (Park). Then release the 4. Repeat the steps for the other parking brake followed by the blade.
  • Page 287 2. Push the release lever (2) to disengage the hook and push Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement the wiper arm (1) out of the should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see blade assembly (3). If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, 3.
  • Page 288 4. Pull out the taillamp assembly. 5. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out to remove it. 6. Replace the bulb. 7. Reverse Steps 3 5 to reinstall the taillamp assembly. When reinstalling the taillamp assembly, the pin on the taillamp assembly must line up and be inserted correctly into the 2.
  • Page 289 The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an License Plate Lamp 194LL electrical system overload. Rear Turn Signal 7443 When the current electrical load is and Taillamps (W21/5W) too heavy, the circuit breaker opens Exposure to high voltage can and closes, protecting the circuit For replacement bulbs not listed cause shock, burns, and even...
  • Page 290 An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in your vehicle some cases to remain off. Have the are protected from short circuits by headlamp wiring checked right away a combination of fuses, circuit if the lamps go on and off or breakers and fusible thermal links.
  • Page 291 A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch ABS MTR Antilock Brake System (ABS) Motor Adaptive Forward Lighting System AIRBAG Airbag System AUX POWER Auxiliary Power Auxiliary VAC PUMP Vacuum Pump All-Wheel-Drive System BATT 1 Battery 1 BATT 2 Battery 2 BATT 3 Battery 3 CIGAR Cigarette Lighter...
  • Page 292 LT LO BEAM Left Low-Beam RT PRK Right EMISSION 2 Emission 2 Headlamp Parking Lamp EVEN COILS Even Injector Coils LT PRK Left Parking Lamp RT TRLR Trailer Right FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1 STOP/TRN Stoplamp and Turn LT TRLR Trailer Left FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2...
  • Page 293 TRLR Trailer Parking HI BEAM High-Beam Windshield Wiper PRK LAMP Lamps Headlamps WPR HI Windshield Wiper TRLR PWR Trailer Power HID/ High Intensity High Speed LO BEAM Discharge (HID) WPR/WSW Windshield Wiper/ Low-Beam Washer Headlamps HORN Horn Ignition Main Air Conditioning CMPRSR Compressor Clutch LT TRLR...
  • Page 294 LO BEAM Lamps Relay/Low Beam Headlamps GMC NON HID = Relay High Shutter DSPLY Display Chevy = Fog Lamps EMPTY Empty Buick China = FRT WSW Front Windshield Rear Fog Lamp Washer AIRBAG Airbag HTD/ Heated/Cooling COOL SEAT Seats Amplifier...
  • Page 295 Power Mirrors, Driver Side Power Liftgate Release PWR/SEAT Seat Relay PWR MODE Power Mode Passenger Side PWR/SEAT Power Seat Relay PWR MIR Power Mirrors PWR/WNDW Power Windows Radio Relay REAR WPR Rear Wiper PWR/ Power Steering RPA/ Rear Park Assist/ COLUMN Column Relay SBZA/UGDO...
  • Page 296 DRL/ Daytime Running and a serious crash. See LO BEAM Lamps Relay (If Equipped) Every new GM vehicle has high-quality tires made by a FOG LAMPS Fog Lamps Relay Underinflated tires pose leading tire manufacturer. See (Chevy) the same danger as the warranty manual for FRT/WSW Front Windshield...
  • Page 297 This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not, originally, Worn or old tires can all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter cause a crash. If the tread designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased performance on most road surfaces traction on snow and ice-covered is badly worn,...
  • Page 298 Use only radial ply tires of the and service description. See the same size, load range, and Tire Size illustration later in this Useful information about a tire is speed rating as the original section. equipment tires. molded into its sidewall. The examples show a typical Winter tires with the same speed passenger vehicle tire and a...
  • Page 299 digits represent the week performance factors: treadwear, (01 52) and the last two digits, traction, and temperature compact spare tire or temporary the year. For example, the third resistance. For more information use tire should not be driven at week of the year 2010 would speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph).
  • Page 300 criteria have a TPC specification vehicle tire engineered to Maximum load that code molded onto the sidewall. standards set by the U.S. Tire can be carried and the GM's TPC specifications meet or and Rim Association. maximum pressure needed to exceed all federal safety The three-digit support that load.
  • Page 301 Diameter of steering, power brakes, power before a tire has built up heat the wheel in inches. windows, power seats, and air from driving. See conditioning. These characters represent the load The relationship The weight of a index and speed rating of the of a tire's height to its width.
  • Page 302 Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to side of an asymmetrical tire that which a cold tire can be inflated. has a particular side that faces The maximum air pressure is outward when mounted on a molded onto the sidewall.
  • Page 303 A pneumatic Narrow 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated tire in which the ply cords that bands, sometimes called wear cargo load. See extend to the beads are laid at bars, that show across the tread 90 degrees to the centerline of of a tire when only 1.6 mm the tread.
  • Page 304 The Tire and Loading Information label on the vehicle Use a good quality pocket-type indicates the original equipment gauge to check tire pressure. tires and the correct cold tire Proper tire inflation cannot be inflation pressures. The determined by looking at the tire. recommended pressure is the Check the tire inflation pressure minimum air pressure needed to...
  • Page 305 Recheck the tire pressure with tire inflation pressure label, you not reached the level to trigger should determine the proper tire illumination of the TPMS low tire the tire gauge. inflation pressure for those tires.) pressure telltale. Return the valve caps on the As an added safety feature, your Your vehicle has also been valve stems to prevent leaks...
  • Page 306 ensure that the replacement or and wheel assembly, if the vehicle each ignition cycle until the tires are alternate tires and wheels allow the has one. The TPMS sensors inflated to the correct inflation TPMS to continue to function monitor the air pressure in the tires pressure.
  • Page 307 The TPMS can warn about a low about one minute and then stays on successfully completing the tire pressure condition but it does for the remainder of the ignition sensor matching process. See not replace normal tire cycle. A DIC warning message "TPMS Sensor Matching maintenance.
  • Page 308 for service if the TPMS malfunction There are two minutes to match the A horn chirp confirms that the light and DIC message comes on first tire/wheel position, and sensor identification code has and stays on. five minutes overall to match all four been matched to this tire and tire/wheel positions.
  • Page 309 The tire has a puncture, cut, 11. Put the valve caps back on the alignment. See or other damage that cannot valve stems. be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. We recommend that the tires, including the spare tire, if the vehicle has one, be inspected for signs of wear or damage at...
  • Page 310 Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated. See wheel attaches to the vehicle. In Factors such as maintenance, an emergency, a cloth or a paper temperatures, driving speeds, towel can be used; however, use vehicle loading, and road conditions a scraper or wire brush later to Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor affect the wear rate of the tires.
  • Page 311 The rubber in tires ages over time. slow aging. This area should be free GM's exclusive TPC Spec This also applies to the spare tire, of grease, gasoline, or other system considers over a dozen if the vehicle has one, even if it is substances that can deteriorate critical specifications that impact never used.
  • Page 312 If proper rotation and maintenance have been done, all four tires should wear out at could cause injury or death. after many miles of driving. about the same time. See Only your dealer or authorized A tire and/or wheel could fail tire service center should suddenly and cause a crash.
  • Page 313 The Tire and Loading Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the If different sized wheels are used, Quality grades can be found vehicle. See there may not be an acceptable where applicable on the tire level of performance and safety if sidewall between tread shoulder tires not recommended for those and maximum section width.
  • Page 314 nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include or to some limited-production the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, tires.
  • Page 315 performance on the laboratory road, the tires and wheels might need to be rebalanced. See your test wheel than the minimum dealer for proper diagnosis. required by law. Warning: The Using the wrong replacement temperature grade for this tire is wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel established for a tire that is nuts can be dangerous.
  • Page 316 It is unusual for a tire to blow out parts. The area damaged by the while driving, especially if the tires tire chains could cause loss of are maintained properly. See Replacing a wheel with a used control and a crash. .
  • Page 317 1. Set the parking brake firmly. Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for permanent damage to the tire. anything else, you or others could 2. Put an automatic Re-inflating a tire after it has been be badly injured or killed if the transmission in P (Park) or a driven on while severely...
  • Page 318 4. Turn the jack on its side, with the bottom facing toward you. 5. Pull the jack straight out, bottom first. 1. Wheel Block 2. Flat Tire The following information explains 1. Tool Bag how to repair or change a tire. 2.
  • Page 319 1. Open the storage compartment 5. Tilt the retainer and slip it door of the convenience through the wheel opening to The compact spare tire is located center (1) that is nearest the remove the spare tire from the under the vehicle, in front of the rear liftgate.
  • Page 320 2. If the vehicle has a wheel cover, loosen the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench. They will not come off. Then, using the flat end of the wheel wrench, pry along the edge of the cover until it comes off. Be careful; the edges may be sharp.
  • Page 321 6. Do not raise the vehicle yet. Put 7. Raise the vehicle by turning the the compact spare tire near you. wrench clockwise in the jack. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so that there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well.
  • Page 322 10. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the to the proper torque specification 11. Place the spare tire on the parts to which it is fastened, can after replacing.
  • Page 323 Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger The underbody-mounted spare compartment of the vehicle could tire needs to be stored with the cause injury. In a sudden stop or valve stem pointing down. If the collision, loose equipment could spare tire is stored with the valve strike someone.
  • Page 324 4. When the compact spare tire is almost in the stored position, turn the tire so the valve is toward the rear of the vehicle. This position helps when checking the air pressure in the compact spare tire. 5. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle.
  • Page 325 3. Put the flat tire in the rear 7. Pull on the cable to make sure it storage area with the valve stem is secure. pointing toward the rear of the vehicle. 4. Pull the cable (1) through the door striker (5), the center of the wheel (4), and the plastic spare tire heat shield (3), as shown.
  • Page 326 3. Turn the jack (3) on its side and Stop as soon as possible and check place down on the holding that the spare tire is correctly bracket. inflated after being installed on the vehicle. The compact spare tire is 4.
  • Page 327 Do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. For more information about the They will not fit. Keep the spare tire vehicle battery, see and its wheel together. Performance of the All-Wheel If the vehicle battery has run down, Drive (AWD) system will be you may want to use another automatically reduced to protect the...
  • Page 328 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles are not Using a match near a battery can touching each other. If they are, 3. Turn off the ignition on both cause battery gas to explode. it could cause a ground vehicles.
  • Page 329 Do not connect positive (+) to 7. Do not let the other end touch negative ( ) or you will get a metal. Connect it to the short that would damage the positive (+) terminal of the good Fans or other moving engine battery and maybe other parts battery.
  • Page 330 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. 9.
  • Page 331 To tow the vehicle behind another Here are some important things to vehicle for recreational purposes, consider before recreational vehicle such as behind a motor home, see towing: Recreational Vehicle Towing What is the towing capacity of following. the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations.
  • Page 332 For vehicles being dinghy towed, 6. To prevent the battery from the vehicle should be run at the draining while the vehicle is beginning of each day and at each being towed, remove the 15 amp RV fuel stop for about five minutes. ECM fuse and the 15 amp This will ensure proper lubrication of Onstar fuse.
  • Page 333 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing. 5. Remove the key from the ignition. 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. 7. Release the parking brake. All-wheel-drive vehicles must not be towed with two wheels on the To tow a front-wheel-drive vehicle...
  • Page 334 Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the locks greased after using. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants. Rinse the vehicle well, before To preserve the vehicle's finish, washing and after, to remove all wash it often and out of direct cleaning agents completely.
  • Page 335 Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/wax materials is not Use only lukewarm or cold water, a recommended. If painted surfaces soft cloth, and a car washing soap are damaged, see your dealer to to clean exterior lamps, lenses and have the damage assessed and emblems.
  • Page 336 Apply silicone grease on weatherstrips to make them last Use a soft, clean cloth with mild longer, seal better, and not stick or soap and water to clean the wheels. squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips After rinsing thoroughly with clean once a year. Black marks from water, dry with a soft, clean towel.
  • Page 337 corrosion. Larger areas of finish hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect damage can be corrected in your repellent from all interior surfaces or Use plain water to flush dirt and dealer's body and paint shop. permanent damage may result. debris from the vehicle's underbody. Your dealer may have products for Your dealer or an underbody car cleaning the interior.
  • Page 338 To prevent damage, do not clean the interior using the following To clean, use a terry cloth fabric Coated moldings should be cleaned. cleaners or techniques: dampened with water. Wipe droplets When lightly soiled, wipe with a Never use a razor or any other left behind with a clean dry cloth.
  • Page 339 To clean: cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small hidden area for colorfastness before 1. Saturate a clean lint-free using a commercial upholstery colorfast cloth with water or club cleaner or spot lifter. If ring soda. Microfiber cloth is formation occurs, clean the entire recommended to prevent lint fabric or carpet.
  • Page 340 Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. Keep belts clean and dry. The original equipment floor Do not use cleaners that increase mats were designed for your gloss, especially on the instrument vehicle. If the floor mats need panel.
  • Page 341 3. Make sure the floor mat is 1. Turn the knob until it is aligned properly secured and verify that with the slot in the floor mat Floor mats with a button-type it does not interfere with the grommet. retainer. pedals.
  • Page 363 Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) ....13-7 Reporting Safety Defects to Roadside Assistance the United States Program (U.S. and Government ....13-17 Canada) .
  • Page 364 1 800-263-3777 (English) or sure you are completely satisfied Buick. Normally, any concerns with 1-800-263-7854 (French). with the new vehicle. However, the sales transaction or the We encourage you to call the...
  • Page 365 40 days. If you do not agree with the For further information concerning decision given in your case, you In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor may reject it and proceed with any not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), other venue for relief available addressed after following the...
  • Page 366 However, we recognize that despite the good intentions of all parties If your case is not resolved in a involved, sometimes a reasonable amount of time by your misunderstanding may occur. dealer, please call the General Motors Customer Assistance If you have a problem that has not been satisfactorily handled through Center (CAC) and provide the the normal means, we suggest the...
  • Page 367 CA1-163-005 the toll-free number for assistance. 1908 Colonel Sam Drive However, if a customer wishes to 01-800-466-0818 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 write or e-mail Buick, the letter www.gm.ca should be addressed to: 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-521-7300 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text...
  • Page 368 View and who use Text Telephones printable dealer-recorded service (TTYs), Buick has TTY equipment records and self-recorded service Take a trip to the Buick Owner available at its Customer Assistance records. Centre: Center. Any TTY user can Chat live with online help...
  • Page 369 The Roadside renewal of this program at the end Assistance program is not part of, This program is available to of its term, contact the Buick or included, in the coverage qualified applicants for cost Customer Assistance Center at...
  • Page 370 This service is limited to the If the vehicle cannot be received nearest dealer for warranty transfer of the vehicle to the by the nearest Buick dealer due service if the vehicle cannot be repair facility. to scheduling conflicts, the driven.
  • Page 371 If this happens, in addition to the Complimentary Transportation: If previously listed services and you prefer to continue your trip : Transportation to pick up prior to confirmation by the to the intended destination or your vehicle after repairs are dealership, you are entitled to return to your place of complete.
  • Page 372 Cost of towing a trailer when phone, use the following numbers: unforeseen circumstances, such choosing a Buick dealer that is as natural phenomena of an nearest to the temporary storage extraordinary nature, facility for the disabled vehicle.
  • Page 373 New Vehicle Limited Warranty. ready: is given. Buick and General Motors of Your name, home address, and Canada Limited reserve the right to home telephone number. Tow to the make any changes or discontinue...
  • Page 374 Service to change a flat tire with the spare assistance cannot be provided tire. The spare tire, if equipped, right away, the Roadside Reimbursement must be in good condition and Assistance advisor may give is approximately $5 Canadian. properly inflated. It is the owner's permission to get local Diesel fuel delivery may be responsibility for the repair or...
  • Page 375 If the vehicle cannot be scheduled Several Courtesy Transportation destination with minimal interruption into the service department options are available to assist in of your daily schedule. This includes immediately, keep driving it until it reducing inconvenience when one-way or round-trip shuttle service can be scheduled for service, warranty repairs are required.
  • Page 376 repairs diminish the vehicle resale value, and safety performance can Your dealer may arrange to provide be compromised in subsequent you with a courtesy rental vehicle or All program options, such as shuttle collisions. reimburse you for a rental vehicle service, may not be available at that you obtain if the vehicle is kept every dealer.
  • Page 377 performance; however, the history of able to recommend a collision repair If the vehicle is leased, the leasing these parts is not known. Such parts center that has GM-trained company may require you to have are not covered by the GM New technicians and comparable insurance that ensures repairs with Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any...
  • Page 378 Gather the following information: If another party's insurance company is paying for the repairs, Driver name, address, and you are not obligated to accept a telephone number. In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that damage repairs, GM recommends Driver license number.
  • Page 379 Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and Technical Service Bulletins and service of the vehicle. Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles. ORDER TOLL FREE: Owner publications are written 1-800-551-4123 Monday Friday specifically for owners and intended 8:00 AM 6:00 PM Eastern Time to provide basic operational...
  • Page 380 Vehicle Safety Hotline defect, notify Transport Canada Call 1-800-521-7300, or write: toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 immediately, and notify General Buick Customer Assistance Center (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Motors of Canada Limited. Call P.O. Box 33136 Transport Canada at Detroit, MI 48232-5136...
  • Page 381 These data can help provide a better understanding of the This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are main purpose of an EDR is to recorded by your vehicle only if a record, in certain crash or near non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
  • Page 382 if the vehicle is leased, with the OnStar Terms and Conditions and GM vehicles does not use or record consent of the lessee; in response Privacy Statement on the OnStar personal information or link with any to an official request by police or website.
  • Page 383 Press Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency ....14-2 Navigation voice commands.
  • Page 384 Press the OnStar Emergency automatic door locks, and can help police locate the vehicle if it is button to get a priority stolen. connection to an Emergency Advisor available 24/7 to: With Automatic Crash Response, Get help for an emergency. the built-in system can automatically OnStar navigation requires the Be a Good Samaritan or...
  • Page 385 2. Say Repeat. System responds Press with the last direction given, then then request the Advisor to responds with OnStar ready, download directions to the then a tone. navigation system in the vehicle. After the call ends, press the Go 1.
  • Page 386 2. Say Call. System responds: Please say the name or number Press . System responds: Call to call. ended. 1. Press . System responds: 3. Say the entire number without OnStar ready. pausing, including a 1 and the 2. Say Call <name tag>. System area code.
  • Page 387 Automatic Crash Response, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Press to request account transfer Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn major vehicle systems.
  • Page 388 OnStar services require a vehicle service such as hills, tall buildings, electrical system, wireless service, tunnels, weather, electrical system OnStar has the ability to and GPS satellite technologies to be design and architecture of the communicate to the deaf, available and operating for features vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired to function properly.
  • Page 389 In emergency situations, OnStar can use the last stored GPS OnStar cannot perform Remote location to send to emergency Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle A PIN is needed to access some of responders. Assistance after the vehicle has the OnStar services, like Remote A temporary loss of GPS can been off continuously for five days.
  • Page 390 cannot be assured. Third parties THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED may unlawfully intercept or access AS IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF OnStar services require a vehicle transmissions and private ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR electrical system, wireless service, communications without consent. IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT and GPS satellite technologies to be LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES available and operating for features...
  • Page 391 Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, materials provided with the Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, distribution. The sole exception This is version 2005-Feb-10 of Rich Wales, Mike White to this condition is redistribution the Info-ZIP copyright and license. of a standard UnZipSFX binary The definitive version of this This software is provided as is, (including SFXWiz) as part of a...
  • Page 392 Pocket UnZip, WiZ or MacZip without the explicit permission of Info-ZIP. Such altered versions are further prohibited from misrepresentative use of the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail addresses or of the Info-ZIP URL(s). 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use the names Info-ZIP, Zip, UnZip, UnZipSFX, WiZ, Pocket UnZip, Pocket Zip, and MacZip for its own source...
  • Page 393 Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care What Will You See after an Exterior ..... 10-72 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-27 Interior .
  • Page 394 Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Cargo High Intensity Discharge Cover ......4-3 Battery ..... . . 10-22 (HID) Lighting .
  • Page 395 Climate Control Systems Cover Delayed Entry Lighting ..6-7 Dual Automatic ....8-1 Cargo ......4-3 Delayed Exit Lighting .
  • Page 396 Driving (cont'd) Engine Equipment, Towing ... . 9-47 Highway Hypnosis ... . . 9-6 Air Cleaner/Filter ... 10-10 Event Data Recorders .
  • Page 397 Front Seats Heated and Ventilated ..3-7 Garage Door Opener ..5-45 Hazard Warning Flashers ..6-4 Fuel .
  • Page 398 High Voltage Devices and Liftgate Wiring ..... . . 10-27 Carbon Monoxide ....2-8 Jump Starting .
  • Page 399 Lights (cont'd) Malfunction Indicator Lamp ..5-16 Mirrors ® StabiliTrak Indicator ..5-19 Manual Mode ....9-23 Automatic Dimming .
  • Page 400 Off-Road Overheated Engine Perchlorate Materials Recovery ..... . 9-4 Protection Requirements, California ..10-3 Operating Mode ... . . 10-17 Personalization Engine .
  • Page 401 Recommended Fluids and Retained Accessory Lubricants ....11-12 Power (RAP) ....9-18 Radio Frequency Records Ride Control Systems...
  • Page 402 Safety Defects Reporting Service Specifications and Canadian Government ..13-18 Accessories and Capacities ....12-2 General Motors ... . . 13-18 Modifications .
  • Page 403 Symbols ......iv Tires (cont'd) Transmission Pressure Light ....5-20 System Automatic .
  • Page 404 Vehicle (cont'd) When It Is Time for New Messages ....5-27 Tires ......10-48 Warning Personalization .

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