Page 1 2005 Chevrolet Uplander Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Front Seats Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..........1-3 ..4-2 Rear Seats Towing ..........1-7 ........... 4-39 Safety Belts ..........1-22 Service and Appearance Care ......
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, How to Use This Manual CHEVROLET, and the CHEVROLET Emblem are registered trademarks; and the name UPLANDER is a Many people read the owner manual from beginning to trademark of General Motors Corporation. end when they ﬁrst receive their new vehicle. If this...
Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also ﬁnd a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety There are a number of safety cautions in this book. symbol means “Do Not,” We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about “Do Not do this”...
Page 4: Vehicle Symbols
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 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-3 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Manual Seats ..........1-3 Children and Small Adults ......1-38 Six-Way Power Seats ........1-4 Safety Belt Pretensioners .......1-41 Heated Seats ..........1-4 Safety Belt Extender ........1-41 Reclining Seatbacks ........1-5 Child Restraints ..........1-41 Head Restraints ..........1-7 Older Children ..........1-41...
Page 8 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Airbag System ..........1-72 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-85 Where Are the Airbags? ........1-74 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? .....1-77 Vehicle ............1-86 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? .......1-78 Restraint System Check ........1-86 How Does an Airbag Restrain? .......1-78 Checking the Restraint Systems ......1-86 What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? ..1-79...
Page 9: Front Seats
Front Seats CAUTION: Manual Seats You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to Use the lever located on adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle the front of the seat to is moving. The sudden movement could startle adjust the seat forward or and confuse you, or make you push a pedal rearward.
Page 10: Heated Seats
Six-Way Power Seats Heated Seats Your vehicle may have this feature. If it does, the Your vehicle may have heated seat buttons are located on the climate this feature. If it does, control panel. the six-way power seat control is located This feature will heat the lower cushions of the driver’s on the outboard side and front passenger’s seats.
Page 11 Reclining Seatbacks Press this button once to turn on the front passenger’s heated seat to the high setting. Both indicator lights to the left of the symbol will be lit to indicate that it is on the high setting. Press the button a second time to go to the low setting.
Page 12 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 13: Rear Seats
Head Restraints Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation The rear seats in your vehicle have levers and straps used to adjust, remove, and reinstall the seats. By using the levers and straps in the correct order, you can easily remove the seats from the vehicle. When reinstalling the seats, make sure the seats are in the proper positions.
Page 14: Flip And Fold Feature
Flip and Fold Feature 3. Release the rear set of hooks from the ﬂoor (Bucket Seats) pins by pulling the nylon strap located The rear seats in your vehicle can be folded at the base of the seat. forward. Use this feature for exiting and entering Hang on to the strap third row seats.
Page 15 Bucket Seats The other lever is located on the rear If your vehicle has the bucket seats, the seatbacks can of the bucket seat. be folded down or reclined. The seats can also be adjusted forward or rearward, or removed. One of the bucket seats may be equipped with a built-in child restraint.
Page 16: Folding Or Reclining The Seatbacks
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 17: 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 18 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 19: 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 20: Captain Chairs
2. Make sure the bucket seat is angled so that the front hooks clear the ﬂoor pins. If the front hooks are not attached correctly, the rear hooks will not attach to the rear set of ﬂoor pins. If the front hooks are not attaching correctly, check that 3.
Page 21 Adjusting the Captain’s Chairs (Second Row) The second row captain’s chairs can be adjusted forward or rearward. There are two manual adjustment bars on each seat. One is located under the front of the seat cushion. The other one is located under the rear of the seat cushion.
Page 22 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 seat to release the rear hooks from the ﬂoor pins. 1-16...
Page 23 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 24 1. Hook the front latches over the front ﬂoor pins. 2. Push the rear of the seat down to lock the rear latches onto the rear set of ﬂoor pins. 3. Push and pull on the seat to be sure it is properly attached.
Page 25: Third Row Seat
Third Row Seat Returning the Seatback to an Upright Position Your vehicle may have a third row seat. It is a full bench seat and may come with the convenience center. See Convenience Center on page 2-56 for more CAUTION: information.
Page 26: Removing The Third Row Seat
Removing the Third Row Seat 5. Lift the seat slightly from the ﬂoor to ensure the latches are clear of the ﬂoor pins. 1. Remove the convenience center, if equipped. 6. Pull the seat rearward and out of the vehicle. See Convenience Center on page 2-56 for more The release handle can be used to carry the seat.
Page 27 If the front hooks are not attached correctly, the rear latches will not attach to the rear set of CAUTION: ﬂoor pins. 2. Firmly push the rear latches into the rear ﬂoor pins A safety belt that is improperly routed, not by pushing down on the rear of the seat.
Page 28: Safety Belts
Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo This part of the manual tells you how to use safety area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a belts properly. It tells you some things you should not collision, people riding in these areas are more do with safety belts.
Page 29: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a it goes.
Page 30 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-24...
Page 31 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-25...
Page 32: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I am wearing a safety belt? You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.
Page 33: Driver Position
First, you will want to know which restraint systems your If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from vehicle has. home, why should I wear safety belts? We will start with the driver position. You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an accident —...
Page 34 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-41. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 35 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 36 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 37 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 38 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 39 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 40 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 41: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 42: Right Front Passenger Position
Lap-Shoulder Belt The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For Here is how to wear one properly.
Page 43 When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-41. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 44: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of Children and Small Adults the retractor. Rear safety belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown CAUTION: booster seats and for small adults.
Page 45 1. Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the side of the seatback. two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1-39...
Page 46 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as The guide must be on top of the belt. described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-36. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder.
Page 47: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety Belt Pretensioners Child Restraints Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners. Although Older Children 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 48 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 49: Infants And Young Children
What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt CAUTION: is very close to the child’s face or neck? Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, Never do this. but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper...
Page 50 Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate CAUTION: restraints. Young children should not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone, unless there is no other choice. Instead, they need to use a child restraint. People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 51 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Page 52 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing CAUTION: a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor The body structure of a young child is quite vehicle safety standards.
Page 53: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.
Page 54 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a ﬁve-point harness.
Page 55 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 56: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint CAUTION: Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors recommends that child restraints A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a seriously injured or killed if the right front rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing...
Page 57: Top Strap
Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle —...
Page 58: Top Strap Anchor Location
If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint, route the top strap under it. See Head Restraints on page 1-7. 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.
Page 59: 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 each seating position in the second row. This system, designed to make installation of child restraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts. Instead, it uses vehicle anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints.
Page 60 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 each second row seating position. CAUTION: A.
Page 61: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For
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 62 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. 1-56...
Page 63 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 64: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the CAUTION: Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to seriously injured or killed if the right front Put the Restraint on page 1-50.
Page 65 If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder Children (LATCH System) on page 1-53. portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or There is no top strap anchor at the right front seating around the restraint.
Page 66 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, the 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 67: Built-In Child Restraint
Built-In Child Restraint 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur: 8. If the airbag or airbags are off, the off indicator on • the instrument panel will be lit and stay lit when the Follow all instruction on the child restraint and in key is turned to RUN or START.
Page 68 Use only with children who weigh between 22 and 40 pounds (10 and 18 kg) and whose height is between CAUTION: 33.5 and 40 inches (850 and 1 016 mm). Use only with children whose shoulders are below the shoulder belt slots for the harness system and who are capable of Using the vehicle’s built-in child restraint as sitting upright alone.
Page 69 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 70 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. 1-64...
Page 71 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 72 6. Select only one side of the harness. Place the 10. Pull up on the latch plates to make sure they are harness over the child’s shoulder. secure. 7. Push the latch plate (A) into the buckle until it clicks. Be sure the buckle is free of any foreign objects that may prevent you from securing the latch plates.
Page 73 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 74 12. Pull the shoulder harness adjustment strap (A) 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 until it the child. You should not be able to put more than is level with the child’s armpits.
Page 75 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 76 Storing the Built-In Child Restraint Always properly store the built-in child restraint before using the vehicle’s lap-shoulder belt. 2. Fold the child restraint cushion and leg rest up into the seatback. 3. Press the child restraint cushion ﬁrmly into the seatback.
Page 77 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 78: 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 Your vehicle has airbags — a frontal airbag for the job and comply with federal regulations.
Page 79 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Frontal airbags for the driver and right front Both frontal and side impact airbags inﬂate passenger are designed to deploy only in with great force, faster than the blink of an moderate to severe frontal and near frontal eye.
Page 80: Where Are The Airbags
The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical CAUTION: problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-34 for more information. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, Where Are the Airbags? any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed.
Page 81 The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact airbag instrument panel on the passenger’s side. is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-75...
Page 82 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other...
Page 83: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? For more severe frontal impacts, full deployment occurs. If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform, the threshold level The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags for the reduced deployment is about 12 to 18 mph are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal (19 to 29 km/h), and the threshold level for a full...
Page 84: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? The frontal airbags (driver and right front passenger) are not intended to inﬂate during vehicle rollovers, rear In an impact of sufficient severity, the airbag sensing impacts, or in many side impacts because inﬂation system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For both would not likely help the occupants.
Page 85: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderate CAUTION: to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions for the driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags, and only in moderate to severe side collisions for vehicles with a When an airbag inﬂates, there is dust in the driver’s and right front passenger’s side impact airbag.
Page 86: Passenger Sensing System
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 covering on the driver’s and right front passenger’s the right front passenger airbag.
Page 87 The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag and side impact airbag (if equipped) under certain conditions. The driver’s airbag or airbags are not part of the passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger’s seat and safety belt.
Page 88 Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says, the right front passenger’s airbag or airbags if: “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This •...
Page 89 If a child restraint has been installed and the on For some children who have outgrown child restraints indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint may or may not turn off the right front passenger’s following the child restraint manufacturer’s directions airbag or airbags, depending upon the person’s seating...
Page 90 CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger’s seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag.
Page 91: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
CAUTION: CAUTION: Stowing of articles under the passenger’s For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is seat or between the passenger’s seat cushion turned off and the battery is disconnected, and seatback may interfere with the proper an airbag can still inﬂate during improper operation of the passenger sensing system.
Page 92: Adding Equipment To Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding Equipment to Your Restraint System Check Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Checking the Restraint Systems Because I have a disability, I have to get my Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light vehicle modiﬁed. How can I ﬁnd out whether and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors this will affect my airbag system? and anchorages are working properly.
Page 93: 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 94 NOTES 1-88...
Page 95: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-3 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ....2-31 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-4 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-31 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Ignition Positions ..........2-32 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ....2-32 Doors and Locks ..........2-11 Starting the Engine ........2-33 Door Locks ..........2-11 Engine Coolant Heater ........2-34...
Page 96 Section 2 Features and Controls ® HomeLink Wireless Control System ....2-46 Folding Tray ..........2-53 ® HomeLink Wireless Control Second Row Center Console ......2-53 System Operation ........2-47 Luggage Carrier ...........2-54 Convenience Net Storage Areas ..........2-51 (With Rear Convenience Center) ....2-55 Glove Box ...........2-51 Convenience Net Cupholder(s) ..........2-51 (Without Rear Convenience Center) .....2-56...
Page 97: 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. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 98: Remote Keyless Entry System
® Remote Keyless Entry System Your vehicle has the PASS-Key III vehicle theft system. The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle’s steering column. If equipped, the keyless entry system operates on a If a replacement key or any additional key is needed, radio frequency subject to Federal Communications you must purchase this key from your dealer.
Page 99: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
Remote Keyless Entry System At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is 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 the vehicle’s doors and the •...
Page 100 (Remote Vehicle Start): If your vehicle has this (Lock): To lock all doors and the liftgate, press the feature, you can start the engine from outside the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. vehicle. See “Remote Vehicle Start” at the end of this See Power Door Locks on page 2-12 for more details on section for more detailed information.
Page 101: Remote Power Sliding Door Operation
Remote Power Sliding Door Operation If the sliding door is closed and the power sliding door button on the transmitter is pressed and held, the vehicle’s doors will be unlocked and then the power (Power Sliding Door): If your vehicle has sliding door will open.
Page 102: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to change the battery.
Page 103: Remote Vehicle Start
Remote Vehicle Start To start the engine using the remote start feature, do the following: This feature allows you to start the engine from outside 1. Aim the remote keyless entry transmitter, equipped the vehicle. with the remote vehicle start button, at the vehicle. Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of 2.
Page 104 If it is the vehicle’s ﬁrst remote start, and the engine is The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if: still running, repeat Steps 1 and 2 for a 10 minute time • The remote start system is disabled. See “REMOTE extension.
Page 105: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter. Door Locks To unlock the driver’s door from the outside with the key, insert the key and turn it toward the front of CAUTION: the vehicle.
Page 106: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks From the inside, press the top of the power door lock switch, located on either front door, to unlock all doors and the liftgate. With the content theft-deterrent system, the power door From the inside, use the manual or power door locks. lock switch will not unlock the doors until the system is To unlock either front door from the inside, pull back on disarmed.
Page 107: Delayed Locking
Delayed Locking Sliding Door Delayed Locking If either sliding door is open when you use the power door This feature allows the locking of the vehicle to be locks to lock the vehicle, the sliding door that is open will delayed until all doors have been closed for not lock.
Page 108: Dual Sliding Doors
Lockout Protection Sliding Door Lock The lockout protection feature makes it more difficult to lock the key in the vehicle. If the driver’s door is open while the key is in the ignition, the door cannot be locked with the power door lock switch. This feature cannot guarantee that you will never be locked out of the vehicle.
Page 109 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 110: Sliding Door Security Lock
Sliding Door Security Lock If your vehicle has power sliding door(s), you can prevent power opening of the sliding door from the Your vehicle is equipped with sliding door security locks passenger power sliding door (psd) activation switch by that helps prevent young children or other passengers pressing the psd second row passenger override from opening the sliding door(s) using the inside (deactivation) switch located on the overhead console.
Page 111: Power Sliding Door (Psd)
Power Sliding Door (PSD) Power Sliding Door (PSD) Switches Your vehicle will have one of the following sets of If your vehicle has this feature, you can open and close switches located on the overhead console switchbank. the power sliding door(s) using the switches inside your vehicle.
Page 112 If your vehicle has dual power sliding doors, you have If you have a single PSD, these switches. The PSD activation and PSD second this switch is located in row passenger override (deactivation) is one switch. front of the passenger side sliding door.
Page 113 Power Sliding Door Operation • To manually open the power sliding door(s) while the switch(es) are in the activation position, pull The power sliding door(s) will only open if the transaxle and release the inside or outside door handle is in PARK (P). The transaxle does not have to be in to release the door latch.
Page 114 If the power sliding door has been manually locked, you must unlock the PSD before it can be opened. Notice: If you leave the power sliding door on when you go through an automatic car wash, the door may accidentally open. Be sure the power sliding door is turned off when going through a car wash.
Page 115 CAUTION: CAUTION: You or others could be injured if caught in the If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep path of the sliding door. Make sure the door grade (15 percent or more), the door may not path is clear before closing the door. stay open and could slam shut, possibly injuring someone.
Page 116: Resetting The Power Sliding Door
Power Sliding Door Second Row Resetting the Power Sliding Door Passenger Override (Deactivation) The power sliding door may operate incorrectly or not at To help avoid accidental operation of the sliding door(s) all because of the following conditions: by using the passenger PSD activation switch, press •...
Page 117: Liftgate
If the door does not travel to the fully open position, press the overhead console switch to the override CAUTION: (deactivation) position and slide the door fully open and closed. Check for foreign objects in the tracks. Repeat the procedure starting with Step 1. If the door It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate resists travel to the fully open position, see your open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can...
Page 118: 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 119: Power Windows
Power Windows The switches on the driver’s door armrest control the front windows when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-32. The driver’s power window switch has two down positions.
Page 120: Manual Rear Quarter Windows
Manual Rear Quarter Windows Power Rear Quarter Windows Your vehicle may have manual rear quarter windows. Your vehicle may have power rear quarter windows. To open, pull the latch This switch, located in forward to release it, the overhead console then swing the window switchbank, is used outward.
Page 121: Sun Visors
Sun Visors Theft-Deterrent Systems To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. You can also remove them from the center mount and Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent swing them to the side.
Page 122 Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry While armed, the doors will not unlock with the power door lock switch. Transmitter Once armed, the alarm will go off if someone tries to enter the vehicle without using the remote keyless entry Your alarm system will arm if the key is not in the transmitter or a key, or turns the ignition to RUN.
Page 123: Disarming With Your Key
® Arming Conﬁrmation PASS-Key If remote unlock conﬁrmation is on, the turn signal ® Your PASS-Key III system operates on a radio lamps will ﬂash brieﬂy to let you know when your alarm frequency subject to Federal Communications system has disarmed. If you would not like the turn Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
Page 124: Pass-Key ® Iii
® PASS-Key III Operation If the engine does not start and the security message comes on, the key may have a damaged transponder. Turn the ignition off and try again. Your vehicle is equipped ® with the PASS-Key If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to (Personalized Automotive be undamaged, try another ignition key.
Page 125: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating To program the new key, do the following: 1. Verify the new key has PK3 stamped on it. Your Vehicle 2. Insert the original, already programmed key into the ignition lock cylinder and start the engine. If the New Vehicle Break-In engine will not start, see your dealer for service.
Page 126: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions B (ACCESSORY): This is the position in which you can operate the electrical accessories, such as the The key can be turned to one of four positions while in the radio. the ignition switch. C (RUN): This is the position to which the switch returns after the engine is started and the ignition key is released.
Page 127: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine 3. If your engine still will not start, or starts but then stops, it could be ﬂooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). ﬂoor and holding it there as you hold the key in Your engine will not start in any other position —...
Page 128: 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 Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. could cause an electrical shock.
Page 129: 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 desired gear. See Shifting Out of Park (P) on page 2-40.
Page 130 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while the engine is running at high speed may Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be is moving forward could damage the transaxle.
Page 131 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 132: All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive Parking Brake If your vehicle has all-wheel drive, your engine’s driving The parking brake is power is sent to all four wheels for extra traction located under the when needed. instrument panel on the driver’s side of the vehicle. This is like four-wheel drive, but there is no separate lever or switch to engage or disengage the front axle.
Page 133: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-37. CAUTION: To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot while you push down on the parking brake pedal with your left foot.
Page 134: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Torque Lock Running If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your vehicle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the CAUTION: transaxle.
Page 135: 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 136: Running The Engine While Parked
Running the Engine While Parked CAUTION: It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with CAUTION: the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 137: Mirrors
Mirrors Push the top control to the left or right to choose either the driver’s or passenger’s outside rearview mirror. Leave the control in the center position to prevent Manual Rearview Mirror moving the mirrors once they are adjusted. Use the arrows on the bottom control to adjust the While sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the position of each mirror.
Page 138: Outside Convex Mirror
® Outside Convex Mirror OnStar System ® OnStar uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and call centers CAUTION: to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information, and convenience services. A convex mirror can make things (like other ®...
Page 139: Onstar Personal Calling
® Safe and Sound Plan OnStar Personal Calling • Automatic Notiﬁcation of Airbag Deployment ® As an OnStar subscriber, the Personal Calling capability is available if your hand-held cell phone is • Emergency Services lost, forgotten, or has a low battery. It is a hands-free •...
Page 140: Homelink Wireless Control System
® ® HomeLink Wireless Control If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink transmitter, it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. System Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2.
Page 141: System Operation
® HomeLink Wireless Control Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as ® well as for future HomeLink programming. It is also System Operation recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, ® the programmed HomeLink buttons should be erased ®...
Page 142: Programming Homelink
® Programming HomeLink 4. The indicator light will ﬂash slowly at ﬁrst and then ® rapidly after HomeLink successfully receives the Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to Release both buttons.
Page 143: Gate Operator And Canadian Programming
Gate Operator and Canadian 6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” Programming or “Smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter motor-head unit.
Page 144: Using Homelink
® ® Using HomeLink Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button ® Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come ® ® To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink on while the signal is being transmitted.
Page 145: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Cupholder(s) There are cupholders located below the center Your vehicle’s large carrying capacity can store many instrument panel switchbank. The cupholders have a items. If the vehicle has an extended wheelbase, it can rubber liner that can be removed, so that larger cups can carry even larger items.
Page 146: Storage Bin
Storage Bin Your vehicle may have a storage bin located on the overhead rail that you can use for storage. 4. Firmly press down making sure the latch is ﬂat with the ribs (A) on the storage bin. 5. Switch hands and repeat Steps 2 through 4 for the latch on the opposite side of the storage bin.
Page 147: Overhead Console (Without Rail)
Overhead Console (Without Rail) Second Row Center Console If your vehicle has an overhead console without the rail If your vehicle has the second row center console, system, it has two reading lights, a courtesy light, use the following procedure to remove or install and a switchbank.
Page 148: Luggage Carrier
Replacing the Center Console Luggage Carrier CAUTION: CAUTION: A second row center console that is not locked If you try to carry something on top of your into place properly can move around in a vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage crash or sudden stop.
Page 149: Convenience Net (With Rear Convenience Center)
Convenience Net Notice: Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that weighs more than 150 lbs (68 kg) or hangs over (With Rear Convenience Center) the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests on the slats Your vehicle may have a convenience net.
Page 150: (Without Rear Convenience Center)
Convenience Net Convenience Center (Without Rear Convenience Center) CAUTION: 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 If any removable convenience item is not convenience net at the rear of your vehicle, inside secured properly, it can move around in a the liftgate.
Page 151: Removing The Convenience Center
Removing the Convenience Center 4. Slide the convenience center in and align it to the rear seat. 1. Make sure that all items are off the convenience 5. Press down on the front of the convenience center center and that it is empty. so the center is aligned on the sill mounting 2.
Page 152 NOTES 2-58...
Page 153 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Cargo Lamp ..........3-19 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Battery Run-Down Protection ......3-20 Other Warning Devices ........3-6 Overhead Console Switchbank .......3-20 Horn .............3-6 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ....3-21 Tilt Wheel .............3-6 Accessory Power Outlets .......3-23 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-7 Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current ..3-24 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......3-7...
Page 154 Section 3 Instrument Panel Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ....3-39 Audio System(s) ..........3-76 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ......3-40 Setting the Time ...........3-76 Oil Pressure Light .........3-42 Radio with CD ..........3-77 Security Light ..........3-43 Rear Seat Entertainment System ....3-95 Cruise Control Light ........3-43 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ........3-109 Highbeam On Light ........3-44 Theft-Deterrent Feature ........3-112...
Page 155 NOTES...
Page 156: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 157 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-28. I. Audio System. See Audio System(s) on page 3-76. B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn J. Exterior Lamps Control. See Exterior Lamps Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7.
Page 158: 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...
Page 159: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever • Rear Window Wiper. See Windshield Washer on page 3-9. • Rear Window Washer. See Windshield Washer on page 3-9. For information on the headlamps, see Exterior Lamps on page 3-14. Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions.
Page 160: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrow 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 low beam to high beam, push the turn signal/multifunction lever away If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an from you.
Page 161: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they are frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become You control the windshield wipers by turning the band worn or damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.
Page 162: Cruise Control
Rear Window Washer/Wiper Cruise Control Your vehicle may have cruise control. The controls for the rear window washer/wiper are located on the end CAUTION: of the turn signal/ multifunction lever. Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic.
Page 163 The cruise control lever CANCEL : Pull the lever to cancel the cruise is located below the control speed. windshield wiper control Cruise control allows a speed of approximately on the right side of 25 mph (40 km/h) or more to be maintained without the steering wheel.
Page 164 Setting Cruise Control This symbol will appear on the instrument panel cluster when the cruise control is set. CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. This symbol will disappear when the brakes are applied You could be startled and even lose control.
Page 165 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: There are two ways to reduce the vehicle’s speed while using cruise control: • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher •...
Page 166: Exterior Lamps
Using Cruise Control on Hills Exterior Lamps How well the cruise control will work on hills depends The control to the left of upon the vehicle’s speed, its load, and the steepness of the steering column the hills. When going up steep hills, the accelerator operates the exterior pedal might have to be used in order to maintain lamps.
Page 167: Wiper Activated Headlamps
Wiper Activated Headlamps AUTO (Automatic): Turn the control to this position to set your headlamps in automatic mode. AUTO mode, This feature, if equipped, will automatically activate the if enabled, will turn the exterior lamps on and off headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield automatically depending on how much light is available wipers have been in use for about 30 seconds and when outside the vehicle.
Page 168: Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)/Automatic Headlamp System
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/ When it is dark enough outside, the exterior lamps will come on automatically. When it is bright enough Automatic Headlamp System outside, the exterior lamps will turn off and the DRL will turn on. Of course, you may still turn on the headlamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier any time you need to.
Page 169: Instrument Panel Brightness
Instrument Panel Brightness Interior Lamps Control The knob to adjust The interior lamp control is the instrument panel located to the right of the brightness is located exterior lamp controls in the center of the on the instrument panel to interior lamp controls.
Page 170: Dome Lamp
Dome Lamp The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all doors have been closed if they have not been locked. See Delayed Lighting on page 3-18. The dome lamp is located in the headliner and has two buttons to manually turn it on or off.
Page 171: Exit Lighting
Exit Lighting Rear Reading Lamps With exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on for There are two reading lamps in the third row headliner. about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from To turn either reading lamp on or off, press the lens the ignition.
Page 172: Battery Run-Down Protection
Battery Run-Down Protection Overhead Console 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 173: Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (Urpa)
Ultrasonic Rear Parking CAUTION: Assist (URPA) If your vehicle is equipped with the Ultrasonic Rear Even with the Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist Parking Assist (URPA) system, it is designed to help you system, the driver must check carefully before park, while the vehicle is in REVERSE (R). It operates backing up.
Page 174: How The System Works
URPA can be turned off by If an object is detected at a REVERSE (R) speed of pressing the rear park aid less than 3 mph (5 km/h), one of the following will occur: disable switch located Description English Metric in the overhead console switchbank.
Page 175: Accessory Power Outlets
When the System Does Not Seem to Work Pull the cover down to use the accessory power outlet. When not in use, keep the cover on. Properly The rear accessory power outlet is located on the rear The light may ﬂash red when the vehicle is in compartment on the driver’s side.
Page 176: Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow The power outlet is the proper installation instructions included with located behind the the equipment. third row seats on the passenger’s side Notice: Improper use of the power outlet can cause rear quarter trim panel. damage not covered by your warranty.
Page 177: Climate Controls
Climate Controls To change the current mode, select one of the following: (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument Climate Control System panel outlets. With this system you can control the heating, cooling (Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the air to the and ventilation for your vehicle.
Page 178 The air conditioning system removes moisture from the (Fan): Turn the left knob clockwise or air, so you may sometimes notice a small amount of counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling Turn the knob to 0 to turn off the fan.
Page 179: Rear Window Defogger
Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity, The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to or moisture, condensing on the cool window glass. remove fog from the rear window. This can be minimized if the climate control system is <...
Page 180: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment Rear Climate Control System Your vehicle may have a rear climate control system (Open): Turn the thumbwheel to this position to that allows the driver to adjust the fan speed for the rear open the air outlets. seating area. This system works with the main climate control system in your vehicle.
Page 181 (Fan): Slide the lever to 1, 2, or 3 to increase or decrease airﬂow to the rear seating area. Slide the fan knob to 0 to turn the fan off. AUX: Slide the lever to AUX to allow the rear passengers to adjust the temperature and airﬂow to the rear seating area.
Page 182: Rear Air Outlets
The arrows indicate that to increase or decrease (Decrease Setting): Press this button to temperature, you need to press either the left or right decrease the fan or temperature setting when arrows arrow button. The displayed arrows and temperature are active in the display. scale will disappear after a few seconds.
Page 183: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages Indicators and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. This part describes the warning lights and gages that When one of the warning lights comes on and stays may be on your vehicle.
Page 184: 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 185: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both The tachometer miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). displays the engine Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has speed in revolutions been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) per minute (rpm).
Page 186: Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Airbag Readiness Light Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system Several seconds after the key is turned to RUN or checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. START, a chime will be provided for several seconds to The light comes on if there is an electrical problem.
Page 187: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. The airbags in your vehicle may not inﬂate in a crash, or they Passenger Airbag Status Indicator – United States could even inﬂate without a crash.
Page 188 If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag airbag status indicator, it means that the right front status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing passenger’s airbag or airbags are enabled (may inﬂate).
Page 189: Charging System Light
Charging System Light Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light The charging system light will come on when you set your parking brake. The will come on brieﬂy when light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release you turn on the ignition, fully.
Page 190: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal Light is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the ﬂoor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 191: Traction Control System (Tcs) Warning Light
Traction Control System (TCS) If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the Warning Light system is turned on, your vehicle needs service. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Your vehicle is equipped with a traction control system warning light.
Page 192: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Notice: Modiﬁcations made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with Check Engine Light other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle’s emission Your vehicle is equipped controls and may cause this light to come on.
Page 193: If The Light Is Flashing
If the Light is Flashing If the Light Is On Steady The following may prevent more serious damage You may be able to correct the emission system to your vehicle: malfunction by considering the following: • Reducing vehicle speed Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? •...
Page 194: Oil Pressure Light
If you experience one or more of these conditions, This can happen if you have recently replaced your change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least battery or if your battery has run down. The diagnostic one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving.
Page 195: Maintenance Schedule
Security Light The oil light could also come on in three other situations: • When the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the light will come on as a test to show For information you it is working. The light will go out when you regarding this light, turn the ignition on.
Page 196: Highbeam On Light
Highbeam On Light Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on. This light will come on Here are four things some owners ask about. All these when the high-beam things are normal and do not indicate that anything headlamps or the is wrong with the fuel gage.
Page 197: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) If equipped, the outside air temperature automatically appears in the bottom right corner of the DIC display when viewing all of the information screens, except for Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). the oil life screens. If the outside air temperature is All messages will appear in the DIC display located in at or below 37°F (3°C), the temperature reading the instrument panel cluster, below the tachometer.
Page 198 DIC Buttons Information Button Items (Information): Press this button to scroll through the following items: Odometer Press the information button until the odometer displays. This mode shows the distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles or kilometers. Trip A and Trip B (Information): Press this button to display the odometer, trip distance, time elapsed, average speed, Press the information button until A or B displays.
Page 199 Time Elapsed Fuel Range Press the information button until TIME ELAPSED :00 Press the information button until FUEL RANGE displays. This mode is like a stopwatch, in that you can displays. This mode shows the approximate number of clock the time it takes to get from one point to another. remaining miles or kilometers the vehicle can be Each of the ﬁelds for the hours, minutes, and seconds driven without refueling.
Page 200: Average Fuel Economy
Average Fuel Economy Your vehicle’s charging system regulates voltage based on the state of the battery. The battery voltage may Press the information button until AVG ECONOMY ﬂuctuate when viewing this information on the DIC. displays. This mode shows the approximate average This is normal.
Page 201 Menu Button Items Personalization (Uplevel Only) Press the menu button until PERSONAL PROGRAM (Menu): Press this button to scroll through the displays. Your vehicle may have personalization following items: capabilities that allow you to program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two drivers. Units Your vehicle may also have customization capabilities Press the menu button until UNITS displays.
Page 202 Compass Calibration (Uplevel Only) The compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to manually set the compass. However, under certain circumstances, such as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to compensate for compass variance and reset the zone through the DIC.
Page 203: Dic Warnings And Messages
5. To start the compass calibration, press and hold If there are any active warning messages when the the set/reset button until CALIBRATION BEGUN vehicle is turned off, two chimes will sound and the DRIVE UNTIL DONE appears in the DIC display. DIC will go into a reminder mode.
Page 204: Battery Saver Active
BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message will come on while the ignition is in RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this This message will display when the system detects that warning message and to clear it from the screen. the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable This message will continue to display for two seconds level.
Page 205: Check Gas Cap
CHECK GAS CAP This message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is This message will display if the gas cap is not on, or is turned off. It will also re-display for two seconds if the not fully tightened.
Page 206 DRIVER’S REAR DOOR AJAR This message will appear and a chime will sound when the ignition is off. This message will display when the driver’s side rear This message cannot be acknowledged. door is not closed properly. When this message appears, you should make sure that the driver’s side DRIVER’S DOOR AJAR rear door is closed completely.
Page 207: Engine Coolant Hot
ENGINE COOLANT HOT This message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine turned off. It will also re-display for two seconds if the is overheating, severe engine damage may occur.
Page 208: Hood Ajar
HOOD AJAR This message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is If your vehicle has the remote start feature, this turned off. It will also re-display for two seconds if the message will display when the hood is not closed message has been acknowledged, but the condition still properly.
Page 209 LIFT GATE AJAR This message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is This message will display when the liftgate is not closed turned off. It will also re-display for two seconds if the completely.
Page 210: Low Fuel
LOW OIL PRESSURE This message will display and a chime will sound only while the ignition is in RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this message and to clear it Notice: If the LOW OIL PRESSURE warning from the screen.
Page 211: Parking Brake On
OBSTACLE DETECTED DRVR (Driver) The brake light will also appear on the instrument panel cluster when this message appears on the DIC. SLIDING DOOR See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-37. This message will display to alert the driver that an A chime will sound continuously while this message is object is obstructing the driver’s side power sliding door, displayed if driving above 5 mph (8 km/h).
Page 212 PASSENGER’S DOOR AJAR This message will display while the ignition is in RUN. A chime will sound when the ignition is shifted out of This message will display when the front passenger’s PARK (P). Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge door is not closed properly.
Page 213: Reduced Engine Power
PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR IN REDUCED POWER STOP WHEN SAFE MOTION This message will display when your vehicle is in an overheated engine operating mode. This operating mode This message will display while the passenger’s side allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an power sliding door, if equipped, is opening or closing.
Page 214 REMOTE START DISABLED REMOTE START ON This warning message will come on if a remote start If your vehicle has the remote start feature, this attempt is unsuccessful. This may be caused if any of message will display when a remote start is initiated. the following conditions are true when a remote See “Remote Vehicle Start”...
Page 215: Service Brake System
RIGHT REAR TURN LAMP OUT This message will only display while the ignition is in RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this This message will display when the right rear turn signal message and to clear it from the screen. bulb needs to be replaced.
Page 216 SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM This message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is ® If your vehicle has StabiliTrak , this message will turned off. It will also re-display for two seconds if the display if there has been a problem detected with message has been acknowledged, but the condition still ®...
Page 217: Service Vehicle Soon
SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM This message will display only while the ignition is in RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this If your vehicle has the traction control system, this message and to clear it from the screen. message will display when the system is not functioning This message will continue to display for two seconds if properly.
Page 218: Stability Control Off
STABILITY CONTROL OFF This message will only appear while the ignition is in RUN, and will not disappear until the problem ® If your vehicle has StabiliTrak , this message will is resolved. display any time the system turns off. When this This message cannot be acknowledged.
Page 219: Turn Signal On
This message will only display while the ignition is in This message will continue to display for two seconds if RUN and will disappear after two seconds. it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will also re-display for two seconds if the Any of the following conditions may cause the traction message has been acknowledged, but the condition still control system to turn off:...
Page 220: Dic Vehicle Personalization (Uplevel Only)
DIC Vehicle Personalization All of the customization and personalization options may not be available on your vehicle. Only the options (Uplevel Only) available will be displayed on your DIC. Your vehicle may have customization capabilities that The default settings for the customization and allow you to program certain features to one preferred personalization features were set when your vehicle setting.
Page 221 3. Press the set/reset button to begin. YES: The customization and personalization features will be set to their factory default settings. 4. The DIC will then display an instruction screen. If YES is selected, the keys will need to be Press the menu button to display the modes that personalized again to be recognized as key 1 or 2.
Page 222 EXT (Exterior) LIGHT DELAY INT (Interior) LIGHTS KEYS REMOVED This feature allows you to set the amount of time the This feature enables the interior lamps in the vehicle to exterior lamps remain on after the key is removed from turn on for about 25 seconds after the key is removed the ignition or the vehicle is unlocked using the from the ignition.
Page 223 When the delayed locking feature is enabled, it may be Press the menu button until DELAYED LOCKING activated when the key is out of the ignition by doing appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button one of the following: to scroll through the following choices: •...
Page 224: Remote Start
Press the menu button until CONTENT THEFT appears Press the menu button until FOB LOCK FEEDBACK on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button to appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button to scroll through the following choices: scroll through the following choices: OFF: The content theft-deterrent system will be OFF: There will be no feedback when locking the...
Page 225 Personalization Menu Items Press the menu button until REMOTE START appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button to The following are personalization features that allow you scroll through the following choices: to program setting for up to two drivers: OFF: The remote start feature will be disabled.
Page 226 REPLACE KEY Press the menu button until AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button This screen displays only if YES was selected for the to scroll through the following choices: PERSONALIZE KEY feature, keys 1 and 2 have already been personalized, and the current key being used is OFF: All automatic door locking is disabled.
Page 227 FOB UNLOCK ON 1ST PRESS DRIVER: Only the driver’s door will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P) or the key is taken out of This feature allows the selection of which doors will the ignition. unlock on the ﬁrst press of the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 228: Audio System(S)
Exiting the Personal Program Menu Figure out which audio system is in your vehicle, ﬁnd out what your audio system can do, and how to operate The personal program menu will be exited when any all of its controls. of the following occurs: Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory •...
Page 229: Radio With Cd
Radio with CD Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can do the following: • Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming •...
Page 230: Playing The Radio
XM™ Satellite Radio Service To change the default on the display, press the information button until you see the display you want, If your vehicle has XM™, XM™ is a satellite radio then hold the button for two seconds. The radio will service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States.
Page 231: Setting Preset Stations
® To use AudioPilot , set the radio volume to your SCAN : Press and hold either arrow for ® desired level. Turn AudioPilot on by pressing the two seconds until FREQUENCY SCAN appears on automatic volume button until AVOL ON appears on the the display.
Page 232: Adjusting The Speakers (Balance/Fade)
5. Press and hold one of the six numbered The radio will save separate AUTO EQ settings for each pushbuttons until you hear a beep. Whenever that preset and source. numbered pushbutton is pressed, the station ® If the radio is equipped with the Bose audio system, that was set will return and the equalization that the equalization settings are EQ1 through EQ7 and...
Page 233: Rds And Xm
Finding a Category Station SCAN: Scan the stations within a category by performing the following: (RDS and XM™) 1. Press the CAT button. The last selected category To select and ﬁnd a desired category perform the will appear on the display. following: 2.
Page 234: Rds Messages
RDS Messages When a message is not available from a station, NO INFO will appear on the display. ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. TRAF (Traffic): If TA appears on the display, the tuned When an alert announcement comes on the current station broadcasts traffic announcements and when a radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display.
Page 235: Radio Messages
Radio Messages LOCKED: This message is displayed when the ® THEFTLOCK system has locked up. Take the vehicle to your GM dealer for service. CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be If CAL ERR appears on the display, it means that corrected, contact your GM dealer.
Page 236 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service. Tune to another channel. CH Unavail Channel no longer This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. available Tune to another station.
Page 237 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message Radio ID Radio ID label If tuned to channel 0, this message will alternate with the (channel 0) XM™ Radio eight digit radio ID label. This label is needed to activate the service. Unknown Radio ID not known If this message is received when tuned to channel 0, there...
Page 238 Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught SEEK : Press the left arrow to go to the start in the CD player. of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. Press the right arrow to go to the start of the If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages”...
Page 239 Playing a CD(s) (Six-Disc CD Player) To insert one CD, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition on. If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in 2. Press and release the load button. the player, it will stay in the player. When the ignition or radio is turned on, the CD will start playing where it 3.
Page 240 Playing a Speciﬁc Loaded CD Do not repeatedly press the eject button to eject a CD after you have tried to push it in manually. The player’s For every CD loaded, a number will appear on the 25-second eject timer will reset at each press of eject, display.
Page 241 RPT (Repeat): Press this button to hear a track or an To scan all loaded CDs, press and hold either SCAN entire CD over again. arrow for more than four seconds until CD SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep. Use this To use repeat, do one of the following: feature to listen to 10 seconds of the ﬁrst track of •...
Page 242: 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 will be displayed as F1 ROOT. All ﬁles contained directly recorded on an up to 700 MB CD-R CD.
Page 243 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 244 Playing an MP3 (Tune): Turn this knob to go to the next or previous track. Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in, and READING will appear on (Previous Folder): Press this button to go to the the display.
Page 245 RPT (Repeat): Press this button to hear a track, CD, BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio when a or a folder over again. CD is playing. The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening. To use repeat, do one of the following: •...
Page 246 4. Press and hold the song list button to save the After a track has been deleted, the remaining tracks are track into memory. When song list is pressed, moved up the list. When another track is added to the one beep will be heard immediately.
Page 247: Rear Seat Entertainment System
CD Messages Rear Seat Entertainment System Your vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment CHECK CD: If this message appears on the display and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the (RSE) system. The RSE system includes a DVD player, a video display screen, auxiliary inputs, two sets following reasons: of wireless headphones, and a remote control.
Page 248: Before You Drive
Before You Drive See “Battery Replacement” later in this section for more information. Switch the headphones to OFF The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only. when not in use. The driver cannot safely view the video screen The headphones will shut off automatically to save the while driving and should not try to do so.
Page 249 Wired Headphones If there is a decreased audio signal during CD, MP3, or DVD play, there may be a low hissing noise through There is a right and left wired headphone jack. the speakers and/or headphones. If the hissing sound in To adjust the volume, do the following: the wireless headphones seems excessive, make sure that the headphone batteries are fully charged.
Page 250: Stereo Rca Jacks
Stereo RCA Jacks The yellow RCA jack is used for video inputs, the red RCA jack for right audio inputs, and the white RCA jack for left audio inputs. The system requires standard RCA cables, not included, to connect the auxiliary device to the RCA jacks.
Page 251: Dvd Player
Vehicle Speakers Notice: Directly touching the video screen may damage it. Do not touch the screen. See “Cleaning Only one audio source can be heard through the the Video Screen” later in this section for more vehicle’s speakers at a time. information.
Page 252: Playing A Disc
DVD Player Buttons AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to switch the system between the DVD player and an auxiliary device. (Play/Pause): Press this button to start play of a disc. Press this button while a disc is playing to pause it. Press it again to continue play of a disc. (Reverse/Fast Forward): These controls can be used to move forward or backward through a disc.
Page 253: Remote Control
Ejecting a Disc If a disc is already in the player, make sure that the DVD player is on, then press the play/pause button on Press the eject button on the DVD player faceplate, the player faceplate or on the remote control. You when the disc is stopped, to eject the disc.
Page 254 Remote Control Buttons (Directional Arrows): Press these buttons to move through DVD menus. The up and down arrows will move through MP3 folders. (Enter): Press this button to select the choice that is highlighted in any menu. (Display Control Button): Press this button to open the RSE On-Screen Display (OSD) menus to adjust the color, tint, brightness, contrast, and display modes.
Page 255 (Play/Pause): Press this button to start play of a (Subtitles): Press this button to display the current disc. Press this button while a disc is playing to subtitles. Each press of this button will move the pause it. Press it again to continue playing the disc. DVD to the next available subtitle option (English, Spanish, French, etc., if available).
Page 256 RSE On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu This menu will let you select default preferences for language and playback settings. To exit this menu, To use the RSE OSD menu when using a DVD or an press the display or the return button on the remote auxiliary device, do the following: control or wait for the menu to time out.
Page 257 Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem Recommended Action No sound — Wired Make sure the wired Problem Recommended Action Headphones headphones are plugged No power. The ignition may not be in. Adjust the volume. in ACCESSORY, RUN, If RSA is on, DVD audio or RAP.
Page 258 Problem Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action I ejected the disc and Press the eject How do I get subtitles Press the subtitle button tried to take it out, but button once. on or off? on the remote control to it was pulled back into select subtitle option or go the slot.
Page 259 Problem Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action The fast forward, reverse, Some commands that do I lost the remote control Contact your GM dealer previous, and next one thing for DVDs will and/or the headphones. for assistance. functions do not work. not always work or Sometimes the wireless This could be caused by...
Page 260: Dvd Messages
DVD Messages Problem Recommended Action The following errors may be displayed on the video The wireless headphones Verify that the screen. have audio distortion. headphones are facing to the front of the vehicle, Disc Format Error: This message will be displayed if a left and right sides are disc is inserted upside down, if the disc is not readable, indicated on the...
Page 261: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
DVD Distortion Rear Seat Audio (RSA) There may be an experience with video distortion If your vehicle has rear seat audio (RSA), this feature when operating cellular phones, scanners, CB radios, allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of Global Position Systems (GPS)*, two-way radios, the following audio sources: AM/FM tuner, front CD mobile fax, or walkie talkies.
Page 262 BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). The selected radio station will appear on the display. If the front passengers are listening to the radio, the RSA will not switch between the bands and cannot change the station. (Tune): When listening to the radio, press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or the previous station and stay there.
Page 263 When a CD is playing in the single CD player, press (Parental Control): This button is located behind this button to select the next track. This function the video screen, below the auxiliary jacks. Press this is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening button while using RSA, or when a DVD or CD is playing to a CD.
Page 264: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Theft-Deterrent Feature They include the following: wt u x (Seek): Press the up or the down arrow ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your to go to the next or previous station and stay there. vehicle’s radio. The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number To scan stations, press and hold either arrow for (VIN).
Page 265: Radio Reception
Radio Reception BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). 1 - 6: Press this button to scan the stations that are programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons. The The range for most AM stations is greater than for radio will go to the next preset station stored on FM, especially at night.
Page 266: Care Of Your Cds And Dvds
Care of Your CDs and DVDs Fixed Mast Antenna Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases The ﬁxed mast antenna can withstand most car washes or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight without being damaged. If the mast should ever and dust.
Page 267: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 City Driving ..........4-23 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Freeway Driving ...........4-24 Drunken Driving ..........4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-25 Control of a Vehicle ........4-6 Highway Hypnosis ........4-26 Braking ............4-6 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-26 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......4-7...
Page 268: 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 269 Police records show that almost half of all motor The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and these deaths are the result of someone who was then drive.
Page 270 According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb It is the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s of about 0.06 percent.
Page 271 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of There is something else about drinking and driving that 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills many people do not know. Medical research shows that of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night.
Page 272: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle 66 feet (20 m). That could be a lot of distance in an emergency, so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important. You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering, and And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly the accelerator.
Page 273: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on, and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves or pulses a little.
Page 274: Braking In Emergencies
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you faster than any driver could. The computer is need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always programmed to make the most of available tire and road decrease stopping distance.
Page 275: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Traction Control System (TCS) This warning light will come on to let you know if there is a problem with your traction Your vehicle may have a traction control system that control system. limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions.
Page 276: Stabilitrak ® System
® StabiliTrak System The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel ® spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should Your vehicle may be equipped with StabiliTrak which always leave the system on. But you can turn the combines anti-lock brake, traction and stability traction control system off if you ever need to.
Page 277: Traction Control Operation
The STABILITY CONTROL ACTIVE message will To limit wheel spin and realize the full beneﬁts of the appear on the DIC only when the system is both stability enhancement system, you should normally on and activated. It means that an advanced leave traction control on, but it may be necessary to turn computer-controlled system has come on to help your the system off if your vehicle is stuck in sand, mud,...
Page 278: All-Wheel Drive (Awd) System
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System If the brake traction-control system activates constantly or if the brakes have heated up due to high-speed braking, brake traction-control will be disabled and the If your vehicle has all-wheel drive (AWD), the AWD TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE message will be system operates automatically without any action displayed.
Page 279: 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 280: 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 281: 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 282 • • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, start your left lane change signal before moving out following too closely reduces your area of vision, of the right lane to pass.
Page 283: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. Let us review what driving experts say about what If you have the Traction Control System (TCS), happens when the three control systems — brakes, remember: It helps avoid only the acceleration skid.
Page 284: Driving At Night
Driving at Night While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding.
Page 285 Here are some tips on night driving. You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even • Drive defensively. several seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. • Do not drink and drive. When you are faced with severe glare, as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle •...
Page 286: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking.
Page 287: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning does not happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or CAUTION: more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. If you can see reﬂections from trees, telephone poles, or other vehicles, and raindrops dimple Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 288: Driving Through Flowing Water
Driving Through Flowing Water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips • Turn on your low-beam headlamps — not just your parking lamps — to help make you more visible CAUTION: to others. • Besides slowing down, allow some extra following Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. distance.
Page 289: 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 290: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic ﬂow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
Page 291: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to serviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it needs move slightly slower at night.
Page 292: 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 293 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 294: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Also see Tires on page 5-51. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles.
Page 295: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice What is the worst time for this? Wet ice. Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet can be even more trouble because it may offer the least the road probably have good traction.
Page 296: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard Unless you have the anti-lock braking system (ABS), you will want to brake very gently, too. If you do If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a have ABS, see Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on serious situation.
Page 297 CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.
Page 298: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine CAUTION: again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible.
Page 299: 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 It is very important to know how much weight your will clear the area around your front wheels. If your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle vehicle has traction control, you should turn your traction capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, control system off.
Page 300: Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit
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 pressures (D). For more information on tires and inﬂation see Tires on page 5-51 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-57.
Page 301 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 302 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 303 Certiﬁcation/Tire Label The label shows the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. The Certiﬁcation/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 304 Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle. CAUTION: CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the •...
Page 305: Towing
Towing Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: • What’s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Towing Your Vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if •...
Page 306: Dinghy Towing
Dinghy Towing If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, it cannot be towed with any of its wheels on the ground. It can be Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all of its towed with car carrier equipment. wheels on the ground.
Page 307: 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 308: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer Three important considerations have to do with weight: • Weight of the trailer If you do, here are some important points: • Weight of the trailer tongue • There are many different laws, including speed limit •...
Page 309 Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight *GCWR Two-Wheel-Drive (Short Wheel Base) 3.29 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 7,000 lbs (3 175 kg) Two-Wheel-Drive (Long Wheel Base) 3.29 3,500 lbs (1 588 kg) 8,500 lbs (3 856 kg) All-Wheel Drive 3.29 3,500 lbs (1 588 kg) 8,500 lbs (3 856 kg) *The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversion.
Page 310: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 311: 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 and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the are a few reasons why you will need the right hitch. tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from Here are some rules to follow: contacting the road if it becomes separated from...
Page 312: 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 CAUTION: handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as If you have a rear-most window open and...
Page 313: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Passing Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer You will need more passing distance up ahead when you When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have are towing a trailer. And, because you are a good deal extra wiring. longer, you will need to go much farther beyond the The arrows on your instrument panel will ﬂash whenever passed vehicle before you can return to your lane.
Page 314: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down CAUTION: while you do the following: • Start your engine. • You really should not park your vehicle, with a Shift into a gear.
Page 315: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Power Steering Fluid ........5-34 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Windshield Washer Fluid ........5-35 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Brakes ............5-36 Vehicle ............5-5 Battery ............5-39 Jump Starting ..........5-39 Fuel ..............5-5 Gasoline Octane ..........5-5 All-Wheel Drive ..........5-44 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-5...
Page 316 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Wheel Replacement ........5-63 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .....5-90 Tire Chains ..........5-64 Finish Care ..........5-90 Accessory Inﬂator .........5-65 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ..5-91 If a Tire Goes Flat ........5-67 Aluminum Wheels .........5-91 Changing a Flat Tire ........5-68 Tires ............5-92 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ....5-69 Sheet Metal Damage ........5-92...
Page 317: 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 318: 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 You can be injured and your vehicle could be than this manual can.
Page 319: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Adding Equipment to the Outside A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal. This does not indicate a problem of Your Vehicle exists or that a higher-octane fuel is necessary. If you are using 87 octane or higher-octane fuel and hear heavy Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle knocking, your engine needs service.
Page 320: 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, it is designed to operate on fuels that are now required to contain additives that will help meet California speciﬁcations.
Page 321: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that 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 322: Filling The Tank
Filling the 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 323 The CHECK GAS CAP message will be displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC) if the fuel cap is not CAUTION: properly installed. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-51 for more information. If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned.
Page 324: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from An electric fan under the hood can start up the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. and injure you even when the engine is not You can be badly burned and your vehicle running.
Page 325: Hood Release
Hood Release 3. Lift the hood. 4. Pull up 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 1. Pull the hood release temperatures under the hood, so be careful when handle with this handling it.
Page 326: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood, here is what you will see: 5-12...
Page 327: Engine Oil
Engine Oil A. Underhood Fuse Block. See Underhood Fuse Block on page 5-98. Checking Engine Oil B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting on page 5-39. It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding you get fuel.
Page 328: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine oil ﬁll cap. Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range in the cross-hatched area. If the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are tip of the dipstick, then you will need to add at least...
Page 329: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use • 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...
Page 330: Engine Oil Life System
Engine Oil Life System Notice: Use only engine oil identiﬁed as meeting 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 331: How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life What to Do with Used Oil System Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Page 332: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter, remove the ﬁlter from the vehicle and lightly shake the ﬁlter to release loose dust and dirt. If the ﬁlter remains caked with dirt, a new ﬁlter is required. To inspect or replace the air cleaner/ﬁlter, do the following: 1.
Page 333: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid CAUTION: When to Check and Change Automatic Transaxle Fluid Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off can cause you or others to be burned. A good time to check your automatic transaxle ﬂuid level is when the engine oil is changed. The air cleaner not only cleans the air;...
Page 334: How To Check Automatic Transaxle Fluid
How to Check Automatic To get the right reading, the ﬂuid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F Transaxle Fluid (82°C to 93°C). Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles choose to have this done at the dealership service (24 km) when outside temperatures are above department.
Page 335 How to Add Automatic Transaxle Fluid Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: The automatic transaxle dipstick is located toward the Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine back of the engine compartment, next to the brake what kind of transaxle ﬂuid to use. See Recommended master cylinder reservoir.
Page 336: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant What Engine Coolant to Use The cooling system in your vehicle is ﬁlled with Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed ® one-half DEX-COOL coolant which will not damage to remain in your vehicle for ﬁve years or 150,000 miles aluminum parts.
Page 337: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost would not be covered by your The coolant recovery tank warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze is located on the driver’s and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and side of the vehicle,...
Page 338: Adding Coolant
Adding Coolant ® CAUTION: If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, CAUTION: and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.
Page 339: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating CAUTION: (Continued) You will ﬁnd an engine coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-39. If you keep driving when your engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch ﬁre. Your vehicle may also have an ENGINE COOLANT You or others could be badly burned.
Page 340: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. Engine If the warning does not come back on, you can drive normally.
Page 341: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
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 342 CAUTION: CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine can start up even when the engine is not parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. running and can injure you. Keep hands, If you do, you can be burned.
Page 343 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Notice: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty. Recovery Tank See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 5-27 for information on driving to a safe If you have not found a problem yet, but the coolant place in an emergency.
Page 344 Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack If the overheat warning continues, there is one more the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant Use the recommended coolant and the proper mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling coolant mixture.
Page 345: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it ﬁrst stops. Do not press down while turning the Notice: Your engine has a speciﬁc radiator ﬁll pressure cap. procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop.
Page 346 Housing Bypass Tube 3. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed valves. ® 4. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL There are two bleed valves. One is located on the coolant mixture, up to the base of the ﬁller thermostat housing.
Page 347 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the 9. Then ﬁll the coolant recovery tank to the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the full cold mark. engine cooling fans. 10. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank. 7.
Page 348: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering ﬂuid, do the following: See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment for reservoir location. cool down. 2.
Page 349: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, What Washer Fluid to Use follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure to • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. read the manufacturer’s instructions before use.
Page 350: 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 Brake Fluid too much ﬂuid when you get new brake linings. You should add or remove brake ﬂuid, as necessary, Your brake master cylinder only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
Page 351: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Always clean the brake ﬂuid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. dirt from entering the reservoir. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads CAUTION: are worn and new pads are needed.
Page 352: Brake Adjustment
Replacing Brake System Parts Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the proper sequence to GM torque speciﬁcations.
Page 353: Battery
Battery Jump Starting Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When it If your battery has run down, you may want to use is time for a new battery, get one that has the another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your replacement number shown on the original battery’s vehicle.
Page 354 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 355 The terminal is located under a tethered cap at CAUTION: the front of the underhood fuse block. See Engine Compartment Overview Using a match near a battery can cause battery on page 5-12 for more gas to explode. People have been hurt doing information on location.
Page 356 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. CAUTION: Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. Fans or other moving engine parts can injure 8.
Page 357 Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may do the following: occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would 1. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the not be covered by your warranty.
Page 358: All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive How to Check Lubricant If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. All-wheel-drive vehicles have two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant.
Page 359: Rear Drive Module
Carrier Assembly-Differential If the level is below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, located on the differential, you will need to add (Rear Drive Module) some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole. A ﬂuid loss could When to Check and Change Lubricant indicate a problem;...
Page 360: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-49. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: A. High-beam Headlamp Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and B.
Page 361 To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 4. Pull the assembly away from the vehicle. 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-11 5. Disconnect the socket wiring harness connector for more information. from the headlamp assembly. 6.
Page 362: Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)
Front Turn Signal, Parking and Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and Back-up Lamps To change a stoplamp/taillamp, turn signal or back-up lamp bulb, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 2-23 for more information. 2.
Page 363: Replacement Bulbs
7. Replace the bulb socket by inserting and turning clockwise to secure. 8. Reinstall the taillamp assembly by inserting the outboard locating/retaining pins until the lamp is seated. 9. Secure with the inboard screws. Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back-up 3057K Front Turn Signal, DRL and Parking...
Page 364: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and 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 365: Tires
Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions • Underinﬂated tires pose the same danger about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, as overloaded tires. The resulting accident see your GM Warranty booklet for details.
Page 366: Tire Sidewall Labelling
Tire Sidewall Labelling (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation): Original equipment tires designed to Useful information about a tire is molded into its GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have a TPC sidewall. The examples below show a typical passenger speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall.
Page 367 (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. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture.
Page 368: Tire Size
Tire Size (C) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, The following illustration shows an example of a typical if the tire size aspect ratio is 60, as shown in item C of passenger vehicle tire size. the illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide.
Page 369: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions Curb Weight: This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing without passengers and cargo. outward on each square inch of the tire.
Page 370 Load Index: An assigned number ranging from Recommended Inﬂation Pressure: Vehicle 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity manufacturer’s recommended tire inﬂation pressure and of a tire. shown on the tire placard. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-57 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-33.
Page 371: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards): A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire’s traction, temperature, and Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate treadwear. Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers effectively.
Page 372: How To Check
How to Check A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar), below the driver’s Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire door latch. This label shows your vehicle’s original pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly equipment tires and the correct inﬂation pressures for inﬂated simply by looking at them.
Page 373: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Do not include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and (8 000 to 13 000 km). rear inﬂation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label.
Page 374: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires Buying New Tires To ﬁnd out what kind and size of tires you need, look at One way to tell when it’s the Certiﬁcation/Tire label or the Tire and Loading time for new tires is to Information label.
Page 375: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading CAUTION: Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the The following information relates to the system...
Page 376 Treadwear Temperature – A, B, C The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled representing the tire’s resistance to the generation conditions on a speciﬁed government test course.
Page 377: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle.
Page 378: Tire Chains
Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains CAUTION: CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is Do not use tire chains. There is not enough dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle or how far it’s been driven. It could fail without the proper amount of clearance can suddenly and cause a crash.
Page 379: Accessory Inﬂator
Accessory Inﬂator This symbol is on the accessory inﬂator switch. Your vehicle may have an accessory inﬂator. With it, you can inﬂate things like air mattresses and basketballs, and you can also use it to bring your tires up to the proper pressure. The accessory inﬂator is located in the rear compartment on the driver’s side.
Page 380 To use your accessory inﬂator system, do the following: Notice: If you run the accessory inﬂator longer than 30 minutes at a time, you could damage 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. the inﬂator. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Page 381: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat CAUTION: It is 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 is much more likely to leak out slowly. Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do But if you should ever have a blowout, here are a maintenance or repairs is dangerous without...
Page 382: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire When your vehicle has a ﬂat tire, use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage wheel blocks. by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your vehicle’s hazard warning ﬂashers.
Page 383: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools A. Jack F. Bag and Tools B. Strap G. Tire Bag and C. Bracket Cable Storage for D. Wing Nut All-Wheel Drives E. Jacking Instructions The tools you will need are located in the storage compartment at the rear of the vehicle, on the 4.
Page 384 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 D. Compact Spare Tire B. Hoist Assembly E. Extension (Chisel End) The compact spare tire is located under the rear of the C.
Page 385 If you have a front-wheel-drive vehicle, the hoist is used to store a full-size or a ﬂat road tire under the vehicle. See “Storing the Flat Tire on an Front-Wheel-Drive Vehicle” under Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 5-80 for more information.
Page 386: 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 387 Notice: If you position the jack under the rocker 3. Do not raise the vehicle yet. molding and attempt to raise the vehicle, you could 4. Put the compact spare tire near you. break the molding and/or cause other damage to your vehicle.
Page 388 5. Attach the folding wrench (A) to the jack (B), and 6. Raise the vehicle by turning the folding wrench turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head clockwise in the jack. Raise the vehicle far approximately 3 inches (7.6 cm). enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to ﬁt under the wheel well.
Page 389 7. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the ﬂat tire. 8. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces CAUTION: and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time.
Page 390 10. Lower the vehicle by attaching the folding wheel 9. Install the compact spare tire and put the wheel wrench to the jack and turning the wrench nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. toward the wheel.
Page 391 11. 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 392: Secondary Latch System
Secondary Latch System CAUTION: Your vehicle may have an underbody-mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is designed to stop a tire from suddenly falling off your Before beginning this procedure read all the vehicle if the cable holding the spare tire is damaged. instructions.
Page 393 To release the spare tire from the secondary latch, 4. Lower the jack by turning the folding wrench do the following: counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the compact spare tire is resting on the folding wrench. 1. Place the jack under the vehicle, ahead of the rear bumper.
Page 394: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Storing the Flat Tire on an Front-Wheel-Drive Vehicle and Tools CAUTION: CAUTION: The underbody-mounted spare tire needs to be Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the stored with the valve stem pointing down. If the passenger compartment of the vehicle could spare tire is stored with the valve stem pointing cause injury.
Page 395 To store the ﬂat or spare tire and tools, do the following: 1. Lay the tire near the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem down. 2. Remove the small center cap by tapping the back of the cap with the extension of the shaft, if the vehicle has aluminum wheels.
Page 396 Storing the Flat Tire on an All-Wheel-Drive Vehicle 1. Remove the tire storage bag and cable package from the jack storage area. 2. Remove the small center cap by tapping the back of the cap with the extension of the shaft, if the vehicle has aluminum wheels.
Page 397 5. Hook the cable onto 7. Make sure the metal the outside portion of tube is centered at the liftgate hinges. the striker. Push the tube towards the front of the vehicle. 6. Pull on the cable to make sure it is secure. 8.
Page 398 Storing the Tools Put back all tools as they were stored in the jack storage compartment and put the compartment cover back on. To put the cover back on, line up the tabs on the right of the cover with the slots in the cover opening. Push the cover in place and push down the tab so that it rests in the groove.
Page 399: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Notice: When the compact spare is installed, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can Although the compact spare tire was fully inﬂated when get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and the vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
Page 400: 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 401: Using Cleaner On Fabric
Using Cleaner on Fabric Most stains can be removed with club soda water. To clean, use the following instructions: 1. First, try the cleaner on an area of the fabric that is 1. For liquids: blot with a clean, soft, white cloth. not easily seen to make sure the cleaner does not For solids: remove as much as possible and affect the color of the fabric.
Page 402: Vinyl
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Leather Stains caused by such things as catsup, black coffee, Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine, and saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let blood can be removed using the club soda water the leather dry naturally.
Page 403: Interior Plastic Components
Interior Plastic Components Care of Safety Belts and Built-in Child Restraint Harness Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the Keep the safety belts and the built-in child restraint surface ﬁnish.
Page 404: Washing Your Vehicle
Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care The paint ﬁnish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by color, gloss retention, and durability. hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint ﬁnish. GM-approved cleaning products The best way to preserve the vehicle’s ﬁnish is to can be obtained from your dealer.
Page 405: Windshield, Backglass, And Wiper Blades
Windshield, Backglass, and Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing Wiper Blades thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, Notice: Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels.
Page 406: Tires
Tires Underbody Maintenance To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the products on your vehicle may damage the paint underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, ﬁnish and/or tires.
Page 407: 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. Description Usage Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax and protects ﬁnish. Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Wax-Treated...
Page 408: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Engine Identiﬁcation The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code. Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) This code will help you identify your engine, speciﬁcations and replacement parts. Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You will ﬁnd this label on the inside of the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
Page 409: Electrical System
Electrical System Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal Add-On Electrical Equipment fuse in the underhood fuse block. 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 problem, be sure to get it ﬁxed.
Page 410: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible thermal links. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating.
Page 411 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Trunk, Door Locks Park Lamps Electronic Level Control Power Sliding Door Rear Wiper Blank Radio Ampliﬁer Blank Interior Lamps Left Power Sliding Door ® OnStar Right Power Sliding Door Keyless Entry Module Cluster, Heating, Ventilation, Relays Usage Air-Conditioning Blank...
Page 412: Underhood Fuse Block
Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment. For more information on location see Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12. Your vehicle may not have all the fuses listed. 5-98...
Page 413 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Right High Beam Anti-lock Brake System Fuel Pump Powertrain Control Module Ignition Diode Electronic Ignition SPARE Spare Fuel Injector SPARE Spare Climate Control, RPA, Cruise Control Left High Beam Electronic Throttle Control SPARE Spare Engine Sensor, Evaporator SPARE Spare Airbag...
Page 414 J-Case Fuses Usage Relays Usage Fuse Puller RUN RLY Starter Fan 1 LO BEAM Low Beam Starter Solenoid FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Anti-lock Brake System Motor HORN Horn Blank AC/CLTCH Air-Conditioning Clutch Fan 2 HI BEAM High Beam Front Blower High PWR/TRN Powertrain Battery Main 3...
Page 415: 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 Systems Front A/C 1.7 lbs 0.8 kg Front and Rear A/C 2.2 lbs 1.0 kg Automatic Transaxle –...
Page 416 NOTES 5-102...
Page 417 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 the Maintenance Schedule ......6-2 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ........6-4...
Page 418: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your Introduction vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance is Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and important.
Page 419 This schedule is for vehicles that: Some maintenance services can be complex. So, unless you are technically qualiﬁed and have the • carry passengers and cargo within recommended necessary equipment, you should have your limits. You will ﬁnd these limits on the tire and ®...
Page 420: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE OIL SOON message appears, certain services, checks and inspections are required. Required services are described in the following for When the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes on, “Maintenance I” and “Maintenance II.” Generally, it means that service is required for your vehicle. it is recommended that your ﬁrst service be Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the Maintenance I, your second service be Maintenance II...
Page 421 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 5-13. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-16. An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components. See footnote #. Visually check for any leaks or damage.
Page 422: 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 423: Maintenance Footnotes
Maintenance Footnotes (c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the all pipes, ﬁttings and clamps; replace with genuine GM California Air Resources Board has determined that the parts as needed.
Page 424 (f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch (i) Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system. See Engine assemblies, secondary latches, pivots, spring anchor Coolant on page 5-22 for what to use. Inspect hoses. and release pawl, hood and door hinges, rear folding Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and ﬁller neck.
Page 425: Owner Checks And Services
Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check ® Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL These owner checks and services should be performed coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, on page 5-22 for further details.
Page 426: 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 vehicle When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, could move suddenly.
Page 427: Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn set the parking brake. the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position. •...
Page 428: 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 ® GM Optikleen Washer Solvent. Washer Solvent dealer.
Page 429 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Carrier Hood and Door Assembly — Hinges, Rear Differential Folding Seat, ® VERSATRAK Fluid Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (Rear Drive Fuel Door (GM Part No. U.S. 12378514, (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, Module) and Hinge, Liftgate in Canada 88901045). in Canada 10953474).
Page 430: 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 12565752 A-2946C Engine Oil Filter 25010792 PF-47 Spark Plugs 12568387 41-101 Wiper Blades (Hook Type)
Page 431: 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. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
Page 432 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-16...
Page 433 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-17...
Page 434 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-18...
Page 435: 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 436: Customer Assistance And Information
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to plate at the top left of the instrument panel and your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns visible through the windshield. with the sales transaction or the operation of your •...
Page 437: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program 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 438: 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 439: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
Overseas — Customer Assistance GM Mobility Reimbursement Program Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward eligible aftermarket Caribbean Islands/Countries driver’s or passenger’s adaptive equipment you may (Except Puerto Rico and U.S.
Page 440: 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 covered automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside by a warrantable failure.
Page 441: 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 Scheduling Service Appointments discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notiﬁcation.
Page 442: Transportation Options
Warranty service can generally be completed while you rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle wait. However, if you are unable to wait, Chevrolet that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several repair.
Page 443: 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, Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor A separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance.
Page 444: Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects To read this information, special equipment is needed 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 445: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in Service Bulletins a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify General Motors. Please call the Chevrolet Customer Service Bulletins give technical service information Assistance Center at 1-800-222-1020, or write: needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
Page 446: Current And Past Model Order Forms
Owner’s Information ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners Eastern Time and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include For Credit Card Orders Only the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
Page 447 Antenna, Fixed Mast ........3-114 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Accessory Inﬂator ........... 5-65 Antenna System ........3-114 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-23 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......4-7 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light ....3-38 Vehicle ............
Page 448 Audio System(s) ..........3-76 Braking in Emergencies ........4-8 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ....3-112 Break-In, New Vehicle ........2-31 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ....3-114 Bucket Seats, Rear ........... 1-9 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ....... 3-114 Built-in Child Restraint ........
Page 449 Chains, Tire ........... 5-64 Cleaning (cont.) Charging System Light ........3-37 Finish Care ..........5-90 Check Glass Surfaces ..........5-89 Engine Light ..........3-40 Instrument Panel ......... 5-88 Checking Things Under the Hood ...... 5-10 Interior Plastic Components ......5-89 Chemical Paint Spotting ........
Page 450 Cupholder(s) ..........2-51 Door Customer Assistance Information Delayed Locking .......... 2-13 Courtesy Transportation ........7-7 Dual Sliding Doors ........2-14 Customer Assistance for Text Locks ............2-11 Telephone (TTY) Users ....... 7-4 Power Door Locks ........2-12 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4 Power Sliding Door ........
Page 451 Exit Lighting ........... 3-19 Extender, Safety Belt ........1-41 Electrical System Exterior Lamps ..........3-14 Add-On Equipment ........5-95 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-96 Headlamp Wiring ......... 5-95 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ......5-96 Filter Power Windows and Other Power Options ..5-95 Engine Air Cleaner ........
Page 452 Fuel (cont.) Filling Your Tank ........... 5-8 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries ......5-7 Head Restraints ..........1-7 Gage ............3-44 Headlamp Wiring ..........5-95 Gasoline Octane ........... 5-5 Headlamps Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-5 Bulb Replacement ........5-46 Low Warning Light ........
Page 453 Hood Checking Things Under ........ 5-10 Labelling, Tire Sidewall ........5-52 Release ............. 5-11 Lamps Horn ............... 3-6 Battery Run-Down Protection ......3-20 How to Use This Manual ........ii Cargo ............3-19 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ....1-27 Dome ............
Page 454 Light (cont.) Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Safety Belt Reminder ........3-33 At Least Once a Year ........6-10 Security ............. 3-43 Introduction ..........6-2 TCS Warning Light ........3-39 Maintenance Footnotes ........6-7 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning ..3-39 Maintenance Record ........6-15 Lighting Maintenance Requirements ......
Page 455 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-31 Park Aid ............3-21 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts .... 6-14 Park (P) Shifting Into ..........2-39 Shifting Out of ..........2-40 Parking Assist ............3-21 Odometer ............3-33 Brake ............2-38 Odometer, Trip ..........3-33 Over Things That Burn .........
Page 456 Reclining Seatbacks .......... 1-5 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-12 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ..1-26 Recreational Vehicle Towing ......4-39 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation .... 2-5 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire ..........
Page 457 Seats (cont.) Manual ............1-3 Safety Belt Rear Seat Operation ........1-7 Pretensioners ..........1-41 Reclining Seatbacks ........1-5 Reminder Light ..........3-33 Six-Way Power Seats ........1-4 Safety Belts Third Row Seat ........... 1-19 Care of Safety Belts and Built-in Second Row Center Console ......
Page 458 Sliding Doors, Dual ......... 2-14 Spare Tire Tachometer ............ 3-33 Installing ............ 5-72 Taillamps Removing ........... 5-69 Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Storing ............5-80 Back-up Lamps ........5-48 Speciﬁcations, Capacities ....... 5-101 TCS Warning Light .......... 3-39 Speedometer ..........3-33 ®...
Page 459 Tires (cont.) Secondary Latch System ......5-78 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools .... 5-80 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ....3-21 Tire Sidewall Labelling ........5-52 Understanding Radio Reception ....... 3-113 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions ....5-55 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......
Page 460 Windshield Washer ........... 3-9 Fluid ............5-35 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ....3-31 Windshield Wiper Warnings Blade Replacement ........5-50 DIC Warnings and Messages ......3-51 Fuses ............5-95 Hazard Warning Flashers ....... 3-6 Windshield Wipers ......... 3-9 Other Warning Devices ........3-6 Winter Driving ..........

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Chevrolet Uplander Owner's Manual

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Child Restraints

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Onstar System

Homelink Wireless Control System

Homelink ® Wireless Control

Storage Areas

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Quick Links

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