Page 1: Table Of Contents
2004 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Front Seats ..........1-2 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Rear Seats ..........1-7 Towing ........... 4-45 Safety Belts ..........1-9 Service and Appearance Care ......
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CADILLAC, How to Use This Manual and the CADILLAC Crest & Wreath are registered trademarks, and the name SRX is a trademark Many people read the owner manual from beginning to of General Motors Corporation.
Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also ﬁnd a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety You will ﬁnd a number of safety cautions in this book. symbol means “Don’t,” We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about “Don’t do this”...
Page 4: Vehicle 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: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-2 Child Restraint Systems .........1-35 Manual Passenger Seat ........1-2 Where to Put the Restraint ......1-38 Power Seats ..........1-2 Top Strap ............1-39 Power Lumbar ..........1-3 Top Strap Anchor Location ......1-41 Heated Seats ..........1-3 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Reclining Seatbacks ........1-4 Children (LATCH System) ......1-42...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Power Seats Manual Passenger Seat If your vehicle is equipped with power front seats, the controls are located on the outboard sides of the front seat cushions. Your vehicle may have a manual passenger seat. To • Move the front of the horizontal control up or down adjust the seat, lift the bar under the front of the seat to to adjust the front portion of the cushion.
Page 9 Power Lumbar There is a button for the driver and one for the front passenger. Each button has the following three settings: LO, HI and off. The active setting appears on the Your vehicle may have this feature. The driver’s and climate control panel display.
Page 10: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks Power Recliner If your vehicle has power reclining front seatbacks, the Manual Recliner controls are located on the outboard sides of the front seats. If your vehicle has manual reclining front seatbacks, the levers are located on the outboard sides of the Press the top of the vertical control forward or rearward front seats.
Page 11 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 12: Head Restraints
Head Restraints The second row outboard head rests work the same as the front seat head restraints except they do not tilt. The third row head rests are not adjustable. They are removable. They must be removed before the third row seat can be folded.
Page 13: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Entering or Exiting the Third Row Seat The passenger’s side of the second row seat has an easy entry feature. This makes it easy to get in and out Rear Seat Operation of the third row seat, if your vehicle has one. Adjusting the Second Row Seat To operate the seat, pull the release handle located on the top of the seatback.
Page 14: Stowable Seat
Stowable Seat The buttons that are used to operate the power folding third row seat are located inside of the liftgate and behind the second row seat on the passenger’s side of If your vehicle has a third row seat, it is a power the vehicle.
Page 15: Safety Belts
To fold the seat press one of the power folding seat Safety Belts buttons. After the seat has folded, the panel on the seat must be folded forward to create the ﬂat ﬂoor. Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone If the seat’s path is blocked it will stop and back away. Press the button again to return the seat to its This part of the manual tells you how to use safety previous position.
Page 16 In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. CAUTION: You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 17: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. 1-11...
Page 18 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something. doesn’t stop. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-12...
Page 19 or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-13...
Page 20 Questions and Answers About If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? Safety Belts You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident – even one that isn’t your fault – you and Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an your passengers can be hurt.
Page 21: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see Older Children on page 1-29 or Infants and Young Children on page 1-31.
Page 22 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on shoulder belt. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt.
Page 23 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 24 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 25 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 26 What’s 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 27: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
Page 28: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 29: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers Rear Seat Passenger Positions It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 30 Lap-Shoulder Belt When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here start again. If the belt is not long enough, see is how to wear one properly.
Page 31 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 32: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have this feature. If not, you can get it from your dealer. Rear shoulder belt comfort guides provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults.
Page 33 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as The elastic cord must be under the belt and the described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-23. guide on top.
Page 34: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety Belt Pretensioners Safety Belt Extender Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners. You’ll ﬁnd If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you them on the buckle end of the safety belts for the driver should use it. and right front passenger. They help the safety belts But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your reduce a person’s forward movement in a moderate to dealer will order you an extender.
Page 35: Child Restraints
Child Restraints What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a Older Children lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 36 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can not properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?
Page 37: Infants And Young Children
CAUTION: (Continued) this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs.
Page 38 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb.
Page 39 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants.
Page 40 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? CAUTION: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Newborn infants need complete support, Selection of a particular restraint should take into including support for the head and neck. This consideration not only the child’s weight, height, and is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck age but also whether or not the restraint will be...
Page 41: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 42 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for seating surface against the back of the infant. The the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Page 43 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 44: Where To Put The Restraint
When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child Where to Put the Restraint restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor Accident statistics show that children are safer if they vehicle safety standards.
Page 45: Top Strap
Top Strap CAUTION: (Continued) Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the right front seat, always move the front the vehicle.
Page 46 CAUTION: Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single bracket could cause the anchor to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured if this happens.
Page 47: Top Strap Anchor Location
Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor Top Strap Anchor Location points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Raise the head restraint and route the top strap under it.
Page 48 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers In order to use the system, you need either a forward-facing child restraint that has attaching for Children (LATCH System) points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C), or a rear-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B), as shown here.
Page 49 The labels are located near the base of the second row outboard seating positions. CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed.
Page 50: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear for the LATCH System Seat Position 1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. See Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-42.
Page 51 If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.
Page 52 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. 1-46...
Page 53 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 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 54: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the CAUTION: Right Front Seat Position A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inﬂates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inﬂating air bag.
Page 55 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
Page 56: Air Bag Systems
Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has six air bags: • A frontal air bag for the driver and another frontal air bag for the right front passenger, • a seat mounted side impact air bag for the driver and another for the right front passenger, •...
Page 57 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: CAUTION: (Continued) crashes. And, for some unrestrained CAUTION: occupants, frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more You can be severely injured or killed in a crash forceful air bags have provided in the past.
Page 58 CAUTION: CAUTION: Anyone who is up against, or very close to, Both frontal and side impact air bags inﬂate any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously with great force, faster than the blink of an injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder eye.
Page 59: Where Are The Air Bags
There is a air bag Where Are the Air Bags? readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 60 The front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the panel on the passenger’s side. driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-54...
Page 61 The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the The roof-mounted side impact air bag for the driver and side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. the passenger directly behind the driver is in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-55...
Page 62 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating air bag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air...
Page 63: When Should An Air Bag Inﬂate
When Should an Air Bag Inﬂate? The side impact air bags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe side crashes. A side impact air bag will inﬂate if the crash severity is above the system’s The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags designed “threshold level.”...
Page 64: How Does An Air Bag Restrain
How Does an Air Bag Restrain? What Will You See After an Air Bag Inﬂates? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or After the air bag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, so quickly the instrument panel.
Page 65 In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate the air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. CAUTION: Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. When an air bag inﬂates, there is dust in the •...
Page 66: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
• Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Let only qualiﬁed technicians work on your air bag systems. Improper service can mean that an air Vehicle bag system won’t work properly. See your dealer for service. Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places Notice: If you damage the covering for the driver’s around your vehicle.
Page 67: Restraint System Check
Adding Equipment to Your Air Restraint System Check Bag-Equipped Vehicle Checking Your Restraint Systems If I add a luggage carrier or sunroof to the roof Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light of my vehicle, will it keep the roof-mounted side and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors impact air bags from working properly? and anchorages are working properly.
Page 68: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH After a Crash system, safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision.
Page 69: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-3 Starting Your Engine ........2-23 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-5 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ....2-23 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-6 Engine Coolant Heater ........2-24 Automatic Transmission Operation ....2-25 Doors and Locks ..........2-8 All-Wheel Drive ..........2-28 Door Locks ............2-8 Parking Brake ..........2-29...
Page 70 Section 2 Features and Controls Storage Areas ..........2-45 Convenience Net ..........2-47 Glove Box ...........2-45 Cargo Cover ..........2-47 Cupholder(s) ..........2-45 Cargo Management System ......2-48 Cell Phone Storage Area .......2-45 Sunroof ............2-48 Center Console Storage Area ......2-46 Sunroof (UltraView) ........2-48 Map Pocket ..........2-46 Sunroof (UltraView Plus) ........2-50 Assist Handles ..........2-46 Vehicle Personalization ........2-52...
Page 71: 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 72 One key works all of the If a replacement key or any additional key is needed, lock cylinders on the you must purchase it from your dealer. The key will have vehicle. PK3+ stamped on it. Keep the bar code tag that came with the original keys.
Page 73: Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer Your keyless entry system operates on a radio to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
Page 74 Remote Keyless Entry System If your vehicle is programmed for remote conﬁrmation, the doors must be closed for this feature to work. Operation If a door is open, remote conﬁrmation will be canceled. (Unlock): Press this symbol on the remote With this feature, you can lock and unlock the doors or the liftgate and turn on your vehicle’s interior lamps keyless entry transmitter to unlock the driver’s door.
Page 75: Battery Replacement
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer.
Page 76: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. Because your vehicle has the theft-deterrent system, you must unlock the doors with the key or remote Door Locks keyless entry transmitter to avoid setting off the alarm. If the windows are down and the doors are locked, don’t reach in to manually unlock the vehicle because CAUTION:...
Page 77 Central Door Unlocking System Delayed Locking Your vehicle has a central door unlocking feature. With this feature, you can delay the actual locking of When unlocking the driver’s door, you can unlock the the doors. other doors by holding the key in the turned position for When the power door lock switch or the lock button on a few seconds or by quickly turning the key twice in the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed when...
Page 78: Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Programmable Automatic Rear Door Security Locks Door Locks Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on Your vehicle is programmed so that when the doors are your vehicle from the inside. closed, the ignition is on and the shift lever is moved out of PARK (P), all the doors will lock.
Page 79: Lockout Protection
When you want to open a rear door when the security Lockout Protection lock is on, do the following: If you press the power door lock switch when the key is 1. Unlock the door using the remote keyless entry in the ignition and any door is open, all the doors will transmitter, the front door power lock switch or lock and only the driver’s door will unlock.
Page 80 Liftgate CAUTION: (Continued) To unlock the liftgate from the outside, turn the key in the driver’s door cylinder counterclockwise or use the open or if electrical wiring or other cable remote keyless entry transmitter. To lock the liftgate connections must pass through the seal using the key, turn the key clockwise in the driver’s door.
Page 81: 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 82: Power Windows
Power Windows Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP) that allows you to use the power windows once the ignition has been turned off for up to 10 minutes. For more information, see “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” under Ignition Positions on page 2-21. Express-Down Window This feature is on all the power windows.
Page 83: Programming The Power Windows
Programming the Power Windows Anti-Pinch Feature If a hand, an arm or another object is above the middle If the battery on your vehicle has been recharged, of the window and is in the path of the window when disconnected or is not working, you will need to the express-up feature is active, the window will stop at reprogram each front power window for the express-up the obstruction and express-open to a factory preset...
Page 84: Sun Visors
Window Lockout Sun Visors This feature allows you to disable the passenger Swing down the primary visor to block out glare. It can window switches. also be detached from the center mount and moved to the side to block glare from that direction. The passenger window lockout button is located The driver’s sunshade may also have buttons for a...
Page 85: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems If a door or a liftgate is opened without a key or a remote keyless entry transmitter, the horn will sound and the lamps will ﬂash for up to 30 seconds. Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent The theft-deterrent system won’t arm if you lock the features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it...
Page 86: Testing The Alarm
Testing the Alarm Immobilizer 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the window, This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. then get out of the vehicle, keeping the door open. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 2.
Page 87 The correct key will start Canadian Owners: If you lose or damage your keys, the vehicle. only a GM dealer can service the theft-deterrent system to have new keys made. To program additional keys Your vehicle has a special key that works with the you will require two current driver’s keys.
Page 88: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
To program a new key do the following: Starting and Operating 1. Verify that the new key has PK3+ stamped on it. Your Vehicle 2. Insert the current driver’s key in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not start see New Vehicle Break-In your dealer for service.
Page 89: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions A (OFF): This is the only position in which you can insert or remove the key. This position locks the ignition, steering wheel and transmission. It’s a theft-deterrent With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the key feature.
Page 90: Steering Column Ignition Lock Release
Steering Column Ignition Lock Release 3. Insert a narrow, pointed object into the hole in the steering column cover and press the spring. If your vehicle has a dead battery or a battery with 4. Then, turn the ignition switch to OFF and remove low voltage, you can still release the ignition lock and the key.
Page 91: Starting Your Engine
Starting Your Engine Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, you can Your engine won’t start in any other position – that’s a change the position of the throttle and brake pedals. safety feature.
Page 92: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. Your vehicle may be equipped with an engine coolant heater. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is located in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle near the engine oil dipstick.
Page 93 How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged PARK (P): This position locks the rear wheels. It’s the in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the best position to use when you start the engine because kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead your vehicle can’t move easily.
Page 94 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting NEUTRAL (N): In this position, the engine doesn’t the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already shift lock control system. You must fully apply your moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Page 95: Shift Lock Release
AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for Shift Lock Release normal driving. If you need more power for passing, If your vehicle has a dead battery or a battery with low and you’re: voltage, you can still shift the vehicle into PARK (P) •...
Page 96 Driver Shift Control (DSC) While using the DSC feature the vehicle will have ﬁrmer shifting and increased performance. You can use this Your automatic transmission has a Driver Shift Control for sport driving or when climbing hills to stay in (DSC) feature that allows you to change gears similar to gear longer or to down shift for more power.
Page 97: Parking Brake
Parking Brake The parking brake pedal is located on the lower portion of the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal To release the parking brake, pull the release lever down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal down with your left foot.
Page 98: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) To shift into PARK (P), use the following steps: 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: CAUTION: • Press the button on the front of the shift lever as you push the shift lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle into PARK (P).
Page 99: Torque Lock
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Torque Lock Running If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl CAUTION: in the transmission.
Page 100: Parking Over Things That Burn
Shifting Out of Park (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in ON. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-25 for more information.
Page 101: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: • Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas • Repairs were not done correctly. carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see •...
Page 102: Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
Running Your Engine While You CAUTION: Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle you ever have to, here are some things to know. if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 103: Mirrors
Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ® with OnStar and Compass Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside ® with OnStar rearview mirror with a compass. The mirror also contains ® ® OnStar controls. For more information about OnStar Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside ®...
Page 104: Compass Calibration
Compass Operation Compass Variance Press the on/off button once to turn the compass Compass variance is the difference between earth’s on or off. magnetic north and true geographic north. If the mirror is not adjusted for compass variance, your compass When the ignition and the compass feature are on, could give false readings.
Page 105 To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 2. Press and hold the on/off button until a zone number appears on the display. 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the zone map that follows. 3. Once the zone number appears on the display, press the on/off button quickly until you reach the correct zone number.
Page 106: Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror
Outside Power Heated Mirrors Once you select the mirror you want to adjust, use the arrows on the control pad to move the mirror in the direction you want the mirror to go. Adjust each mirror so you can see the side of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle.
Page 107: Outside Curb View Assist Mirror
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror Outside Convex Mirror If your vehicle is equipped with the memory seat and Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirrors, it will also be capable of performing the mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from curb view assist mirror feature.
Page 108: Onstar System
® ® OnStar System OnStar Services One of the following plans is normally included for a speciﬁc duration with each vehicle equipped with ® ® OnStar . You can upgrade or extend your OnStar service plan to meet your needs. Safe and Sound Plan •...
Page 109: Homelink Transmitter
® Luxury and Leisure Plan HomeLink Transmitter • All Directions and Connections Plan services If your vehicle has this • Personal Concierge feature, the control buttons are located on the ® OnStar Personal Calling driver’s sun visor. ® With OnStar Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving.
Page 110: Programming The Homelink Transmitter
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as ® Operation is subject to the following two conditions: well as for future HomeLink programming. It is also (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, the ®...
Page 111 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the desired 6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener ® button on HomeLink and the hand-held transmitter receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” button. Do not release the buttons until Step 4 or “Smart”...
Page 112: Using Homelink
® Gate Operator and Canadian Using HomeLink Programming ® Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter on while the signal is being transmitted. signals to “time out”...
Page 113: Storage Areas
® Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Storage Areas Button Glove Box ® ® To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps: The glove box is located in front of the passenger’s seat ® 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button.
Page 114: Center Console Storage Area
Center Console Storage Area Luggage Carrier Your vehicle has a center console storage area located between the front seats. It includes storage areas, CAUTION: and accessory power outlet(s) on the rear of the console. If you try to carry something on top of your Map Pocket vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier —...
Page 115: Convenience Net
Convenience Net The convenience net attaches to the ﬂoor or back wall of the rear of the vehicle using six anchor points. The net can be used like a hammock across the rear of the vehicle or hooked on the ﬂoor. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net.
Page 116: Cargo Management System
Cargo Management System Sunroof Your vehicle may have a cargo management system. Sunroof (UltraView) It provides extra storage space for the rear of the vehicle. The cargo management system has three compartments. CAUTION: The one closest to the front of the vehicle opens from behind the second row.
Page 117 The sunroof/sunshade Anti-Pinch Feature switches are located in the If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is headliner between the closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and driver and front passenger. stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction.
Page 118: Sunroof (Ultraview Plus)
Sunroof (UltraView Plus) The sunroof/sunshade switches are located in the headliner between the driver and front passenger. CAUTION: People who are in a crash and not wearing a safety belt properly can suffer much worse injuries. They can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it, and be seriously injured or killed.
Page 119 Press the back of the front sunshade switch to open the Resynchronization front sunshade. Press the front of the switch to close To resynchronize the front and rear glass and sunshade, the sunshade. The sunshade can not be closed further do the following.
Page 120: Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization Use the following steps to program the buttons: 1. Adjust the driver’s seat including the seatback recliner and both outside mirrors. Memory Seat and Mirrors 2. Press and hold button 1 for at least three seconds. If your vehicle has the memory feature, you can Two beeps will sound to conﬁrm that the seat and program and recall memory settings for the driver’s mirror positions have been saved.
Page 121 To stop recall movement of the memory feature at any To recall the stored exit positions, press and release the time, press one of the power seat or mirror controls. exit button. One beep will sound, and the seat will move to the previously stored exit position for the Two personalized exit positions can also be currently identiﬁed driver.
Page 122 NOTES 2-54...
Page 123: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Air Bag Readiness Light ........3-39 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Charging System Light ........3-40 Other Warning Devices ........3-7 Brake System Warning Light ......3-41 Horn .............3-7 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light .....3-42 Tilt Wheel .............3-7 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ..3-42 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-8 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light ..3-43...
Page 124 Section 3 Instrument Panel Audio System(s) ..........3-93 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ......3-124 Setting the Time ...........3-93 Radio Reception .........3-125 Radio with CD ..........3-94 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ......3-126 Navigation/Radio System ......3-110 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ....3-126 Rear Seat Entertainment System ....3-110 Diversity Antenna System ......3-126 Theft-Deterrent Feature ........3-123...
Page 125 NOTES...
Page 126: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 127 The main components of the instrument panel are F. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. See Hazard the following: Warning Flashers on page 3-6. A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-31. G. Audio/Navigation System. See Audio System(s) on page 3-93. B.
Page 128: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning button is located in the center of the instrument panel, between the two air vents. Your hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off.
Page 129: Other Warning Devices
Other Warning Devices If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Horn Press on the pad near the horn symbols on the steering wheel to sound the horn. Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive.
Page 130: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane-Change Signals To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will ﬂash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Page 131: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Turn Signal On Chime Flash-To-Pass Feature If the turn signal is left on for about 1 mile (1.6 km), This feature allows you to use the high-beam headlamps a warning chime will sound and the Turn Signal to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. On message will appear on the Driver Information Pull and hold the turn signal/multifunction lever toward Center (DIC) display.
Page 132 Headlamps Wiper-Activated Headlamps This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps The exterior lamp control is located in the middle of the after the windshield wipers have been in use for turn signal/multifunction lever. about six seconds. For this feature to work, the exterior (Exterior Lamp Control): Turn the control with this lamp control must be in AUTO.
Page 133: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps Cruise Control Use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty These controls are located conditions. on the end of the The fog lamp control is located on the turn multifunction lever. signal/multifunction lever. : The band with this symbol is used to turn the fog lamps on and off.
Page 134 If you apply your brakes, the cruise control will shut off. Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you If you leave your cruise control on when you can not drive safely at a steady speed. So, are not using cruise, you might hit a button do not use your cruise control on winding and go into cruise when you do not want to.
Page 135 Resuming a Set Speed • Move the cruise switch from on to resume/accelerate. Hold it there until you get up to Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed the speed you want, and then release the switch. and then you apply the brake.
Page 136: Windshield Wipers
Using Cruise Control on Hills Windshield Wiper Lever How well your cruise control will work on hills depends Windshield Wipers upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed.
Page 137 & (Delay): Put the lever in this position to set a delay (Low Speed): Put the lever in this position for between wipes. Turn the delay adjustment band to slow, steady wiping cycles. set the length of the delay. (High Speed): Put the lever in this position for rapid wiping cycles.
Page 138: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer If the headlamps are on when you wash the windshield, the headlamp washers (if equipped) will turn on. Both the windshield and the headlamps will be washed. See “Headlamp Washers” following for more information. CAUTION: Rear Washer/Wiper In freezing weather, do not use your washer The switch for the rear until the windshield is warmed.
Page 139: Headlamp Washers
Headlamp Washers The headlamps must be on in order to be washed. If the headlamps are off, only the windshield will Your vehicle may have headlamp washers. The be washed when the washer button is pressed. headlamp washers clear the headlamp lenses so that To wash the headlamps, press the washer button you can get the maximum visibility and brightness from located at the end of the windshield wiper lever.
Page 140: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps When DRL are on, only your front turn signal lamps will be on. No other exterior lamps will be on when the DRL are being used. Your instrument panel won’t be Headlamps lit up either. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-8 for When the exterior lamp control is in AUTO and it’s dark more information on the headlamps.
Page 141 are still illuminated. Turning the exterior lamp control to Light Sensor AUTO or to the low-beam headlamp position will turn off the DRL and cancel the Headlamps Suggested message. If the parking lamps or the fog lamps were turned on instead, the DRL will still turn off and the Headlamps Suggested message will be displayed.
Page 142: Interior Lamps
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver Interior Lamps If the parking lamps or headlamps have been left on, Instrument Panel Brightness the exterior lamps will turn off about 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF. This protects against draining The lever for this feature is the battery in case you have accidentally left the located on the overhead headlamps or parking lamps on.
Page 143: Reading Lamps
Entry Lighting Parade Dimming The entry lighting system turns on the reading and This feature prohibits dimming of the instrument panel dome lamps and the backlighting to the exterior lamp displays and backlighting during daylight hours when control when a door is opened or if you press the remote the key is in the ignition and the headlamps are keyless entry transmitter unlock button.
Page 144: Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist CAUTION: (Continued) (URPA) The Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system is So, unless you check carefully behind you designed to help you park, while the vehicle is in before and when you back up, you could strike REVERSE (R).
Page 145: How The System Works
How the System Works When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into REVERSE (R) and the vehicle speed is less The light may ﬂash red when the vehicle is in than 3 mph (5 km/h).
Page 146: Accessory Power Outlets
Accessory Power Outlets Certain accessory power plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a Your vehicle is equipped with accessory power outlets. problem see your dealer for additional information on the The outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment accessory power outlets.
Page 147: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Cigarette Lighter Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is Your vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter. heating will not allow the lighter to back away from Notice: If you put papers or other ﬂammable the heating element when it is hot.
Page 148: Climate Controls
Climate Controls 1. Press the AUTO button. 2. Adjust the temperature to a comfortable setting between 70°F (21°C) and 80°F (27°C). Dual Climate Control System Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any With this system you can control the heating, cooling faster.
Page 149 You can switch from English to metric units through the To change the current mode, select one of the following: Driver Information Center (DIC). If you have the Base (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument audio system, see DIC Main Menu on page 3-60. If you have the Navigation system, see “Setup Menu”...
Page 150 Using recirculation for long periods of time may cause (Fan): Press this switch to increase or the air inside your vehicle to become too dry or decrease the fan speed. Pressing this switch cancels stuffy. To prevent this from happening, after the air in automatic operation and places the system in manual your vehicle has cooled, turn the recirculation mode off.
Page 151 Sensors There is also an interior temperature sensor located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. These sensors monitor the solar radiation and the air inside your vehicle, then use the information to maintain the selected temperature by initiating needed adjustments to the temperature, the fan speed and the air delivery system.
Page 152: Defogging And Defrosting
Defogging and Defrosting If you have fogging on the side windows, turn the thumbwheel on the outboard outlets to the side window Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity defog position. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-31 (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass.
Page 153: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger The heated outside rearview mirrors will heat to help clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror when the The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to rear window defogger button is on. remove fog or frost from the rear window. Notice: Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear The rear window defogger will only work when the the inside rear window may damage the rear...
Page 154 ﬂow of air into your vehicle. • Use of non-GM approved hood deﬂectors may adversely affect the performance of the system. • Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively.
Page 155: Rear Air Conditioning System
Rear Air Conditioning System To operate the rear system using the front control, just turn the knob to the fan position you want. If your vehicle has the rear air conditioning system it To use the rear control, has two fan speed selectors. One fan speed selector is ﬁrst turn the front control located in the front overhead console and the other to the AUX position.
Page 156: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air ﬁlter traps most of the pollen from the air entering your vehicle. Like your vehicle’s engine air cleaner/ﬁlter, it needs to be changed periodically. For how often to change the passenger compartment air ﬁlter, see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4.
Page 157: 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 on may be on your vehicle.
Page 158: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster The 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 of the other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 159: Trip Odometers
Speedometer and Odometer Trip Odometers The trip odometer can record the number of miles or The speedometer lets you see your speed in either kilometers traveled for up to two trips. miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been The trip odometer is part of the Driver Information driven, in either miles (used in the United States)
Page 160: Tachometer
Using the Navigation audio system, do the following: Tachometer 1. Press and hold the vehicle information button in the upper right corner of the screen for three seconds This gage indicates the to access the Vehicle Information menu. engine speed in revolutions per 2.
Page 161: Engine Speed Limiter
Engine Speed Limiter Air Bag Readiness Light This feature prevents the engine from operating at too There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument many revolutions per minute (rpm). When the engine’s panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system rpm are too high, the throttle is closed to reduce checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions.
Page 162: Charging System Light
Charging System Light CAUTION: When you turn the key to ON or START, this light If the air bag readiness light stays on after you will come on brieﬂy start your vehicle, it means the air bag system to show that the generator may not be working properly.
Page 163: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two release fully.
Page 164: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light Warning Light With the anti-lock brake If the TC (traction control) system, the light will come warning light comes on on when your engine is and stays on, there may be started and may stay on a problem with the for several seconds.
Page 165: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Engine Coolant Temperature Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Warning Light This gage shows the engine coolant This light tells you that temperature. If the gage your engine is very hot. pointer moves into the shaded area, the engine is too hot. This light will come on when you ﬁrst start the vehicle as a check to let you know that the light is working.
Page 166: Tire Pressure Light
Tire Pressure Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light If your vehicle has the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) System, this light will come Your vehicle is equipped on if the system detects with a computer which low tire pressure. monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems.
Page 167 Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this This light should come on, as a check to show you it is light on, after a while, your emission controls working, when the ignition is on and the engine is may not work as well, your fuel economy may not not running.
Page 168: If The Light Is Flashing
If the Light is Flashing If the Light Is On Steady The following may prevent more serious damage to You may be able to correct the emission system your vehicle: malfunction by considering the following: • Reducing vehicle speed. Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? •...
Page 169: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
This may take several days of routine driving. If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness, your GM dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection. 3-47...
Page 170: Maintenance Schedule
Oil Pressure Light This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure. CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches ﬁre. You or others could be burned. The light goes on when you turn your key to ON or START.
Page 171: Sport Mode Light
Sport Mode Light Fog Lamp Light This light will come on This light will come on while the Driver Shift when the fog lamps Control (DSC) feature are in use. is in use. When you stop using the DSC feature, the light will go The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off.
Page 172: Cruise Control Light
Cruise Control Light Fuel Gage This light comes on The fuel gage shows whenever you set your approximately how much cruise control. fuel is in the tank. It works only when the ignition is in ON. The light will go out when the cruise control is turned off.
Page 173: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) If you have the Base audio system, use the following to operate the DIC: The DIC gives you the status of many of your vehicle’s INFO (Information): Use the up or down arrows on this systems. It is also used to display driver personalization switch to scroll through the system status information.
Page 174 The Vehicle Information menu allows you to select the vehicle information to be displayed and allows you to reset or turn on or off certain information. You can access the Vehicle Information menu by doing one of the following: • Press and hold the vehicle information button in the upper right corner of the screen for three seconds, (Audio/Adjust): This is the Audio/Adjust button.
Page 175: Vehicle Information Menu
Status of Vehicle Systems • MPG INST • GAL FUEL USED* You can view the status of several vehicle systems • using the DIC. Depending upon whether or not AVG MPH* your vehicle has the Navigation system, the menu items •...
Page 176: Navigation System
Vehicle Information Menu • Average Vehicle Speed* (Navigation System) • Timer* • Battery Voltage To access the Vehicle Info menu using the Navigation system, press and hold the vehicle information button in • Left Front Tire Pressure the upper right corner of the screen for three seconds. •...
Page 177: Vehicle Information Menu Item Descriptions
Vehicle Information Menu Item MI TRIP A and B/Trip Odometer A and B: For information on the trip odometers, see “Trip Odometers” Descriptions under Speedometer and Odometer on page 3-37. The following paragraphs contain a more detailed MPG AVG/Average Fuel Economy: If you select this description of each menu item: item, the approximate average miles per gallon (mpg) or Liters per 100 kilometers (L/100km) is displayed.
Page 178 MPG INST/Instantaneous Fuel Economy: If you MILES RANGE/Fuel Range: If you select this item, the select this item, the current fuel economy is displayed. approximate number of remaining miles or kilometers This number reﬂects only the fuel economy that the you can drive without refueling is displayed.
Page 179 To reset AVG MPH using the Base audio system, When the timer is off, the display will show the timer press the CLR button located to the right of the screen. value and TIMER OFF. The timing feature will stop. The display will return to zero.
Page 180 BATTERY VOLTS/Battery Voltage: If you select this If you wish to change the units on the Navigation item, the current battery voltage is displayed. If the system, see “Main Audio Menu” in the SRX voltage is in the normal range, the display will have OK Entertainment and Navigation System owner’s manual.
Page 181 ENGINE OIL LIFE/Engine Oil Life: If you select this TRANS FLUID LIFE/Transmission Fluid Life: If you item, the percentage of remaining oil life is displayed. select this item, the percentage of remaining If you see 99% Oil Life on the display, that means transmission ﬂuid life is displayed.
Page 182: Dic Main Menu
DIC Main Menu The DIC main menu for the Base audio system consists of the following menu items: Accessing the DIC Main Menu • BASS - MID - TREBLE (Base Audio System) • There are two different procedures for accessing the •...
Page 183: Dic Main Menu Item Descriptions
DIC Main Menu Item Descriptions DVD (Digital Versatile Disc): This menu item allows you to turn the DVD on and off. Press the TUNE/SEL (Base Audio System) knob once to turn DVD on and off. When DVD is on, an X will be in the box next to DVD on the menu. The following descriptions are for the Base audio The X disappears when DVD is off.
Page 184 CAT (Category): This menu item allows you to select AF (Alternate Frequency): This menu item allows you radio stations based on preset categories. To turn to turn the AF feature on and off. To turn on AF, the CAT feature on, press the TUNE/SEL knob once. press the TUNE/SEL knob once.
Page 185 (English/Metric Units): Use this menu item to (Clock): Use this menu item to set the time on the adjust the measurement units. vehicle’s clock. See Setting the Time on page 3-93 for more information. You can choose between ENGLISH UNITS and METRIC UNITS.
Page 186: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages The normal battery voltage range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts. You can monitor battery voltage on the DIC by pressing the INFO button until you ﬁnd BATTERY VOLTS These messages will appear if there is a problem (Base audio system) or by selecting Battery Volts from sensed in one of your vehicle’s systems.
Page 187: Battery Voltage Low
Battery Voltage Low Check Tire Pressure This message will appear when the electrical system is This message indicates that one or more of the vehicle’s charging less than 10 volts or if the battery has been tires are low. See Status of Vehicle Systems on drained.
Page 188: Change Trans (Transmission) Fluid
Change Trans (Transmission) Fluid Check Coolant Level This message indicates that the life of the transmission This message will appear when there is a low level of ﬂuid has expired and it should be changed within engine coolant. Have the cooling system serviced 200 miles (320 km).
Page 189: Engine Coolant Hot – Idle Engine
Engine Coolant Hot – Idle Engine Engine Overheated – Stop Engine This message will appear when the engine coolant This message will appear when the engine has temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle overheated. Stop the vehicle and turn the engine off until it cools down.
Page 190: Fuel Level Low
Fuel Level Low Left Rear Door Ajar When this message appears on the display, it means When this message appears on the display, it means that your vehicle is low on fuel. You should reﬁll the tank that the driver’s side rear door was not closed as soon as possible.
Page 191: Passenger Door Ajar
Passenger Door Ajar Service AC (Air Conditioning) System When this message appears on the display, it means This message appears when the electronic sensors that that the passenger’s side front door was not closed control the air conditioning and heating systems are completely.
Page 192: Service Fuel System
Service Fuel System Stability System Engaged Message The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has detected a The Stability System Engaged message will be ® problem within the fuel system when this message displayed any time Stabilitrak is actively assisting you appears. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealership. with directional control of the vehicle.
Page 193: Service Steering System
Service Steering System Service Tire Monitor System Your vehicle may be equipped with a speed variable This message will appear if the Tire Pressure Monitor assist steering system. See Steering on page 4-12. (TPM) system is not working properly. Have your vehicle serviced at the dealership as soon as possible.
Page 194: Starting Disabled – Throttle Problem
Starting Disabled – Throttle Problem Traction Suspended This message appears when your vehicle’s throttle This message will appear when the traction control system is not functioning properly. Have your vehicle system has been temporarily shut off because serviced at your dealership. your vehicle’s brakes have overheated.
Page 195: Dic Vehicle Personalization
DIC Vehicle Personalization Entering the Personalization Menu To enter the feature programming mode, use one of the Your vehicle is equipped with personalization that allows following procedures: you to program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two people. The number of programmable Base Audio System features varies depending upon which model of the vehicle is purchased.
Page 196: Personalization Features
Navigation System Personalization Features 1. Turn the ignition to ON without the engine running. The following choices are available for programming Make sure the vehicle is in PARK (P). using both the Base audio and Navigation systems unless otherwise indicated. 2.
Page 197 To program a name, use one of the following procedures: To customize the name using the Navigation system, do the following: To customize the name using the Base audio system, 1. Enter the Personalization menu by following the do the following: instructions listed previously.
Page 198 Remote Recall Memory/Recall Driving 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. Positions When the mode is turned on, a check mark will If your vehicle has the optional memory package, appear next to the feature name. you will have this feature.
Page 199 Remote Exit Recall 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. If your vehicle has the optional memory package, When the mode is turned on, a check mark will you will have this feature. When this feature is turned appear next to the feature name.
Page 200 Key in Recall Memory 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. If your vehicle has the optional memory package, When the mode is turned on, a check mark will you will have this feature. When this feature is turned appear next to the feature name.
Page 201 Auto Exit Seat 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. If your vehicle has the optional memory package, When the mode is turned on, a check mark will you will have this feature. When this feature is turned appear in the box next to the feature name.
Page 202 Twilight Delay 2. Scroll to TWILIGHT DELAY using the TUNE/SEL knob to highlight it. This feature allows you to set the amount of time you 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to scroll through the want the exterior lamps to remain on after you exit the vehicle.
Page 203 Lights Flash at Unlock 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. This feature turns on the exterior lamps when the When the mode is turned on, a check mark will remote keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock the appear next to the feature name.
Page 204 Lights Flash at Lock 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. This feature allows the exterior lamps to ﬂash once When the mode is turned on, a check mark will when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to appear next to the feature name.
Page 205 Horn Sounds at Lock 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. This feature sounds the horn once when the remote When the mode is turned on, a check mark will keyless entry transmitter is used to lock the vehicle. appear next to the feature name.
Page 206 Exterior Lights at Unlock 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. This feature turns on the exterior lamps when the When the mode is turned on, a check mark will remote keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock the appear next to the feature name.
Page 207 Driver Unlock in Park To change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: The feature allows the driver’s door to automatically 1. Enter the Personalization menu by following the unlock when the transmission is shifted into PARK (P). instructions listed previously.
Page 208 Driver Unlock Key Out To change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: This feature allows the driver’s door to automatically 1. Enter the Personalization menu by following the unlock when the key is removed from the ignition. instructions listed previously.
Page 209 Doors Unlock in Park To change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: The feature allows the doors to automatically unlock 1. Enter the Personalization menu by following the when the transmission is shifted into PARK (P). instructions listed previously. Programmable Modes 2.
Page 210 Doors Unlock Key Out To change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: This feature allows the doors to automatically unlock 1. Enter the Personalization menu by following the when the key is removed from the ignition. instructions listed previously. Programmable Modes 2.
Page 211: Delayed Locking
Delayed Locking 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. This feature delays the locking of the vehicle’s doors for When the mode is turned on, a check mark will up to ﬁve seconds after a power door lock switch or appear next to the feature name.
Page 212 Lock Passenger Window 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. This feature allows you to disable either all the passenger When the mode is turned on, a check mark will window switches or the rear passenger window switches appear next to the feature name.
Page 213 Mirror to Curb in Reverse 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. If your vehicle has the optional memory package, you When the mode is turned on, a check mark will will have this feature. When this feature is turned on, appear next to the feature name.
Page 214: Exiting The Personalization Menu
Enhanced Chime Volume To change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: This feature allows you to adjust the volume level of the 1. Enter the Personalization menu by following the vehicle’s warning chimes. The chime volume cannot instructions listed previously.
Page 215: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Setting the Time 1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu. Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle, like a tape player, CB radio, mobile 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until SET CLOCK telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can appears on the display.
Page 216: Radio With Cd
Radio with CD Radio Data System (RDS) Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, your radio can do the following: •...
Page 217: Playing The Radio
XM™ Satellite Radio Service AVC (Automatic Volume Compensation): Available ® only with the premium Bose audio system, AVC (48 Contiguous US States) monitors the noise in the vehicle and will adjust the volume level so that it always sounds the same to you. XM™...
Page 218: Finding A Station
Finding a Station LOCAL/DISTANT Selection: With this feature you can set the radio to search for local stations or stations that BAND: Press this button to select FM1, FM2, or AM, or are further away for a larger selection. To set this feature XM1 or XM2 (48 contiguous US states, if equipped).
Page 219: Setting Preset Stations
Setting Preset Stations AUTOSTORE PRESETS: To set your preset stations automatically, perform the following steps: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your 1. Turn the radio on. favorite stations. You can set up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, six XM1 and six XM2 2.
Page 220: Setting The Tone (Bass/Treble)
PRESETS HOME/AWAY: This feature gives you the Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) ability to store two different kinds of station presets. To adjust the bass, midrange, and treble, perform the HOME can be used for stations available where you live following steps: and AWAY can be for stations available outside of your local broadcasting area.
Page 221: Adjusting The Speakers (Balance/Fade)
AUDIO EQUALIZER: This feature allows you to select Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) customized equalization settings. To choose an To adjust the balance or fade, perform the equalization setting (EQ0 through EQ5), perform the following steps: following steps: 1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu. 1.
Page 222: Using Dsp
Using DSP SPACIOUS: This setting is used to make the listening space seem larger. ® Available only with the premium Bose audio system, REAR SEAT: This setting adjusts the audio to give this feature is used to provide a choice of ﬁve different the rear seat passenger(s) the best possible sound listening experiences: DSP normal, talk, spacious, rear quality.
Page 223 MSG (Message): If the current RDS station has a TA (Traffic Announcement): If TA appears on the message, MSG will appear on the display. If the whole display, the tuned radio station broadcasts traffic message does not appear on the display, parts of announcements and when a traffic announcement the message will appear every three seconds until the comes on the tuned station you will hear it.
Page 224: Radio Message
Activating Program Type (PTY) AF (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the Stations (RDS and XM™) same program type. PTY allows you to search for stations with speciﬁc types To turn AF on or off, perform the following steps: of music.
Page 225 XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Condition Action Required Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 226 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message No CAT Info Category Name not No category information is available at this time on this available channel. Your system is working properly. Not Found No channel available for There are no channels available for the category you the chosen category selected.
Page 227: Using The Single Cd Player
Using the Single CD Player Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD. If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. later in this section. The player will pull it in.
Page 228: Using The Six-Cd Cd Changer
F4 RPT (Repeat): Press this pushbutton to hear a Using the Six-CD CD Changer track over again. REPEAT will appear on the display. The CD player can play the smaller 8cm single CDs Press RPT again to turn off repeat play. REPEAT with an adapter ring.
Page 229 LOAD: Press the LOAD button to load CDs into the Do not load a CD until INSERT appears on the CD player. This CD player will hold up to six CDs. display. The CD player will take up to six CDs. Do not try to load more than six.
Page 230 F5 MODE: Press this pushbutton to select from F6 DISP (Display): Press this pushbutton to display the NORMAL, RPT TRCK (Repeat Track), RPT CD time of the track. Press this pushbutton again to (Repeat CD), RDM TRK (Random Track), and display CD PLAY and press this pushbutton once more RDM ALL (Random All CDs).
Page 231: Cd Messages
CD Messages Conﬁgurable Radio Display Keys If the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following This feature allows you to customize the four keys that reasons: are located on each side of the radio display to make it easier to adjust the radio features and other •...
Page 232: Navigation/Radio System
9. Press the TUNE/SEL knob when you have found Rear Seat Entertainment System the feature to be stored. The display will update, by showing the symbol of the feature that you Your vehicle may have the DVD Rear Seat selected next to the conﬁgurable key. Entertainment (RSE) system.
Page 233 Headphones Battery Replacement To change the batteries, do the following: The RSE system includes two sets of wireless headphones. 1. Loosen the screw on the battery compartment door located on the left side of the headphone earpiece. Each set of headphones has an ON/OFF control. An indicator light will illuminate on the headphones when 2.
Page 234: Stereo Rca Jacks
Stereo RCA Jacks How to Change the Video Format when in the Auxiliary Mode The RCA jacks are located on the front of the DVD player faceplate. These jacks allow audio and video The auxiliary input video format is preset to NTSC. signals to be connected from an auxiliary device such as In some countries, the video format may be in a camcorder or a video game unit to the RSE system.
Page 235: Video Screen
Audio Output Video Screen Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs may be The video screen is located in the ﬂoor console. Lift up heard through the following possible sources: the screen by the top or the sides into the full open position.
Page 236: Dvd Player
DVD Player The DVD player is located in the ﬂoor console under the display. Flip up the display to access the DVD player. The DVD player can be controlled by the buttons on the DVD player and by the buttons on the remote control. See “Remote Control”...
Page 237 Pressing the enter button when this menu appears on (Display Menu): Press this button to modify the the display will switch the RSE setting between all video screen display characteristics. speaker and rear video. All speaker will not be available if the front passenger has turned on the parental (Menu Navigation): Use the arrow control.
Page 238 Playing a Disc Ejecting a Disc To play a disc, gently insert the disc with the label side Press the eject button on the DVD player faceplate to up into the loading slot. The DVD player will continue eject the disc. There is not an eject button on the loading the disc and the player will automatically remote control.
Page 239: Remote Control
• Remote Control Region Code Error: This message will be displayed if the region code of the DVD is not To use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter compatible with the DVD player. The disc will be window above the video screen and press the desired automatically ejected from the DVD player.
Page 240 Remote Control Buttons (Display): Press this button to switch the video screen display features: color, contrast, brightness, tint, and display mode (normal, full, and zoom). Normal means the horizontal image is not stretched and the borders at the left and right of the picture are blank. Full means the horizontal image is stretched across the display and all of the vertical lines are displayed.
Page 241 (Right): Press this button to move to the right of the (Rewind): Press this button to rewind through the menu list of a DVD. chapter or track of a DVD or CD. This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright (Enter): Press this button to select items within information or the previews.
Page 242 Battery Replacement Problem Recommended Action No power. The ignition might not be To change the batteries, do the following: in on or accessory. 1. Remove the battery compartment door located on The parental control the bottom of the remote control. button might have been turned on.
Page 243 Problem Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action The picture does not ﬁll Press the DISP button on The language in the audio Press the MENU button the screen. There are the DVD player or on the or on the screen is wrong. on the DVD player or on black borders on the remote control.
Page 244 Problem Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action After stopping the player, If the stop button was My disc is stuck in the Press the eject/load I push Play but pressed one time, the player. The Load/Eject button on the DVD player. sometimes the DVD starts DVD player will resume button does not work.
Page 245: Dvd Distortion
DVD Distortion Theft-Deterrent Feature There may be an experience with audio distortion in the ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your wireless headphones when operating cellular phones, vehicle’s radio. The feature works automatically by scanners, CB radios, Global Positioning Systems learning a portion of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies.
Page 246: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Audio Steering Wheel Controls (OnStar/Voice Recognition): If your vehicle has the Radio with CD or Radio with Six-Disc CD audio ® system, press this button to interact with the OnStar ® system. See the OnStar manual provided with your vehicle for more information. If your vehicle has the navigation system, press this button to initiate voice recognition.
Page 247: Radio Reception
Radio Reception — (Seek): Press either arrow to go to the next or the previous radio station and stay there. The radio will only seek stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band. The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, When a CD is playing, press the minus sign to go to the especially at night.
Page 248: Care Of Your Cds And Dvds
Cellular Phone Usage Care of Your CD and DVD Player Cellular phone usage may cause interference with your The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised, due vehicle’s radio. This interference may occur when to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics making or receiving phone calls, charging the phone’s with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.
Page 249: Xm™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
Notice: Do not try to clear frost or other material XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna from the inside of the front windshield and rear System window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp. This may damage the rear window defogger The XM™...
Page 250 NOTES 3-128...
Page 251 Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ....4-32 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 City Driving ..........4-35 Drunken Driving ..........4-3 Freeway Driving ...........4-36 Control of a Vehicle ........4-6 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-37 Braking ............4-6 Highway Hypnosis ........4-38 Traction Control System (TCS) ......4-9...
Page 252: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following Your Vehicle distance. It is the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn Defensive Driving suddenly.
Page 253: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adult population — choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. a national tragedy.
Page 254 According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb It is the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) if the same person drank three double martinis bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the of about 0.06 percent.
Page 255 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 of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night.
Page 256: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where Braking action involves perception time and you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and reaction time. the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
Page 257: Anti-Lock Brake System
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive Anti-lock Brake System in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is electronic braking system that will help prevent a a mistake.
Page 258 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you.
Page 259: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you Traction Control System (TCS) need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to wheel spin.
Page 260: Magnetic Ride Control
The traction control system automatically comes on If you press the TC button once, the traction control whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel system will turn off and the traction control system spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should warning light will come on.
Page 261: Stabilitrak System
® ® Stabilitrak System Stabilitrak comes on automatically whenever you start your vehicle. To help assist you with directional control of the vehicle, you should always leave the Your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability ® ® system on. You can turn Stabilitrak off if you ever enhancement system called Stabilitrak .
Page 262: Steering
Steering Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems — steering and acceleration — have to do Power Steering their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those If you lose power steering assist because the engine ®...
Page 263: 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 264: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, driving.
Page 265 • • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one start your left lane change signal before moving out thing, following too closely reduces your area of of the right lane to pass.
Page 266: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control If you have the Traction Control System, remember: It helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If you do not have this system, or if the system is off, then an Let us review what driving experts say about what acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your happens when the three control systems (brakes, foot off the accelerator pedal.
Page 267: Operating Your All-Wheel-Drive Vehicle Off Paved Roads
Operating Your All-Wheel-Drive “Off-roading” means you have left the North American road system behind. Traffic lanes are not marked. Vehicle Off Paved Roads Curves are not banked. There are no road signs. Surfaces can be slippery, rough, uphill or downhill. This off-road guide is for vehicles that have all-wheel In short, you have gone right back to nature.
Page 268: Loading Your Vehicle For Off-Road Driving
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road CAUTION: (Continued) Driving There are some important things to remember about • Unsecured cargo on the load ﬂoor can be how to load your vehicle. tossed about when driving over rough • The heaviest things should be on the load ﬂoor and terrain.
Page 269: Environmental Concerns
Environmental Concerns Traveling to Remote Areas Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going recreation. However, it also raises environmental to a remote area. Know the terrain and plan your concerns. We recognize these concerns and urge every route.
Page 270: Scanning The Terrain
Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road Scanning the Terrain driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle Off-road driving can take you over many different kinds is to control your speed. Here are some things to keep of terrain.
Page 271: Driving On Off-Road Hills
When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a Driving on Off-Road Hills ﬁrm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or Off-road driving often takes you up, down or across a other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hill.
Page 272: Approaching A Hill
Approaching a Hill • Is there a straight path up or down the hill so you will not have to make turning maneuvers? When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it is • Are there obstructions on the hill that can block one of those hills that is just too steep to climb, descend your path (boulders, trees, logs or ruts)? or cross.
Page 273: Driving Uphill
Driving Uphill • Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill. Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, • Attach a ﬂag to the vehicle to make you more you need to take some special steps. visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills.
Page 274 Here are some things you must not do if you stall, or What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about are about to stall, when going up a hill. to stall, and I can not make it up the hill? •...
Page 275 Driving Downhill Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill? When off-roading takes you downhill, you will want to consider a number of things: Yes! These are important because if you ignore • How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain them you could lose control and have a serious vehicle control? accident.
Page 276: Driving Across An Incline
Driving Across an Incline For reasons like these, you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline. Just because the Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go across trail goes across the incline does not mean you have to the incline of a hill.
Page 277: Stalling On An Incline
Stalling on an Incline CAUTION: If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline, be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you Getting out on the downhill (low) side of a get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous.
Page 278: Driving In Mud, Sand, Snow Or Ice
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it is very easy to lose control. When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels On wet ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you will not get good traction.
Page 279: Driving In Water
Driving in Water CAUTION: Heavy rain can mean ﬂash ﬂooding, and ﬂood waters demand extreme caution. Find out how deep the water is before you drive through Driving through rushing water can be it. If it is deep enough to cover your wheel hubs, dangerous.
Page 280: Maintenance Schedule
After Off-Road Driving Driving at Night Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a ﬁre hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking.
Page 281 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 readjust 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 •...
Page 282: 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 283 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even Hydroplaning going through some car washes can cause problems, Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid under your tires that they can actually ride on the puddles.
Page 284: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Driving Through Deep Standing Water CAUTION: (Continued) Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in Do not ignore police warning signs, and through your engine’s air intake and badly damage otherwise be very cautious about trying to your engine.
Page 285: 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 286: 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 287: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you will ﬁnd experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America. They will be ready and willing to help if you need it.
Page 288: 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 289 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 levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the and transaxle.
Page 290: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 291 Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. See ® Stabilitrak System on page 4-11 and “Rocking Your Vehicle” under If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow on page 4-44.
Page 292: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard • Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, ﬂoor mats — anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Page 293 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little CAUTION: faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 294: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Notice: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the Ice or Snow wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will For information about using tire chains on your need to spin the wheels, but you do not want to...
Page 295: Towing
Using the Recovery Hook Towing Your vehicle may be equipped with a recovery hook. The recovery hook is provided in the jack storage area. Towing Your Vehicle The hook can be installed either at the front of the vehicle on the passenger side or at the rear of Consult your dealer or a professional towing service the vehicle on the driver side.
Page 296: Dinghy Towing
Here are some important things to consider before you Dolly Towing do recreational vehicle towing: • What’s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. • How far will you tow? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow.
Page 297: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certiﬁcation/Tire label.
Page 298 The Tire and Loading Information label also tells you 4. The resulting ﬁgure equals the available amount of the size and recommended inﬂation pressure for cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the the original equipment tires on your vehicle. For more “XXX”...
Page 299 Example 1 Example 2 Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle 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 1 = Subtract Occupant Weight Subtract Occupant Weight 300 lbs (136 kg) 750 lbs (340 kg)
Page 300 Certiﬁcation/Tire Label Example 3 Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight The Certiﬁcation/Tire label is found on the driver’s door 1,000 lbs (453 kg) for Example 3 = edge. The label shows the size of your original tires and the inﬂation pressures needed to obtain the gross Subtract Occupant Weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg)
Page 301 station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help If you put things inside your vehicle — like suitcases, you with this. Be sure to spread out your load equally on tools, packages, or anything else — they will go as fast both sides of the centerline.
Page 302: Level Control
Level Control Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level as the should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer”...
Page 303: P.o. Box
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer Weight of the Trailer If you do, here are some important points: How heavy can a trailer safely be? • There are many different laws, including speed limit It should never weigh more than 1,000 lbs. (454 kg) or restrictions, having to do with trailering.
Page 304: 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 305: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Safety Chains Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inﬂated to the upper limit You should always attach chains between your vehicle for cold tires. You’ll ﬁnd these numbers on the and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the Certiﬁcation/Tire label.
Page 306: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer Passing Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal to know your rig.
Page 307: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Parking on Hills When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal ﬂasher and/or extra wiring. CAUTION: Check with your dealer. The arrows on your instrument panel will ﬂash whenever you signal a turn or lane You really should not park your vehicle, with a change.
Page 308: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
When You Are Ready to Leave After Maintenance When Trailer Towing Parking on a Hill Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See Scheduled Maintenance on 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down page 6-4 for more information.
Page 309: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Brakes ............5-40 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Battery ............5-43 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Jump Starting ..........5-44 Vehicle ............5-5 All-Wheel Drive ..........5-51 Fuel ..............5-5 Rear Axle ............5-52 Gasoline Octane ..........5-5 Front Axle ............5-53 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-6 Bulb Replacement ..........5-54...
Page 310 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Buying New Tires .........5-72 Finish Damage ..........5-99 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......5-74 Underbody Maintenance ........5-99 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ....5-75 Chemical Paint Spotting .........5-99 Wheel Replacement ........5-76 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ....5-100 Tire Chains ..........5-77 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ........5-101 If a Tire Goes Flat ........5-78 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ....5-101...
Page 311: Service
GM-trained and supported service people. (including some inside the vehicle), many ﬂuids, and We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. some component wear by-products contain and/or emit Genuine GM parts have one of these marks:...
Page 312: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION: If you want to do some of your own service work, you will want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than You can be injured and your vehicle could be this manual can.
Page 313: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Gasoline Octane Your Vehicle If your vehicle has the 3.6L V6 engine, use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle However, for best performance and for trailer towing, can affect the airﬂow around it.
Page 314: Gasoline Speciﬁcations
(see Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-44 ) and your vehicle may fail a smog-check test. If this In Canada, look for the occurs, return to your authorized GM dealer for “Auto Makers’ Choice” diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused label on the pump.
Page 315: Additives
The malfunction indicator lamp minimum amount of additive required to meet U.S. may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized GM Environmental Protection Agency regulations. General dealer for service.
Page 316: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank The tethered fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. 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.
Page 317 To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it; installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to atmosphere.
Page 318: 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 319: Hood Release
Hood Release To lift the hood, use the following steps: 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and ﬁnd the secondary hood release lever. The lever is located under the front edge of the grille near the center. Move the release lever to the side and raise 1.
Page 320: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3.6L V6, you’ll see the following: 5-12...
Page 321 A. Underhood Fuse Block. See Fuses and Circuit F. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil on page 5-15. Breakers on page 5-103. G. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See Brakes B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Windshield on page 5-40. Washer Fluid on page 5-38. H.
Page 322 When you open the hood on the 4.6L V8, you’ll see the following: 5-14...
Page 323: Engine Oil
A. Underhood Fuse Block. See Fuses and Circuit Engine Oil Breakers on page 5-103. B. Battery. See Battery on page 5-43. If the oil pressure light and/or the Oil Pressure C. Passenger Compartment Air Filter. See Passenger Low — Stop Engine Compartment Air Filter on page 3-34.
Page 324: Checking Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine oil dipstick.
Page 325: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, then you will need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use.
Page 326: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
Your vehicle’s engine requires a special oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard may be identiﬁed as synthetic. However, not all synthetic oils will meet this GM standard. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M.
Page 327: Engine Oil Additives
• You should look for this on the oil container, and use SAE 5W-30 only those oils that are identiﬁed as meeting GM As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is Standard GM4718M and have the starburst symbol on best for your vehicle.
Page 328: When To Change Engine Oil
Your dealer has GM-trained service people who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system. It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level.
Page 329 Base Audio System Navigation System Press the CLR button located to the right of the DIC Press the display button to acknowledge the Change display to acknowledge the Change Engine Oil Engine Oil message. This will clear the message message. This will clear the message from the display from the display and reset it.
Page 330: What To Do With Used Oil
What to Do with Used Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
Page 331: When To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
When to Inspect the Engine Air 5. Pull out the old engine air cleaner/ﬁlter. Cleaner/Filter 6. Install a new engine air cleaner/ﬁlter, if needed. See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter at every oil change and page 6-15 for the correct part number for the ﬁlter. replace it at the ﬁrst oil change after 25,000 miles 7.
Page 332: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Reset the Change Transmission Fluid Message and the Transmission It is not necessary to check the transmission ﬂuid level. Fluid Indicator A transmission ﬂuid leak is the only reason for ﬂuid loss. If a leak occurs, take your vehicle to the dealership After the transmission ﬂuid has been changed, the service department and have it repaired as soon as Change Trans Fluid message and the transmission ﬂuid...
Page 333: Engine Coolant
Navigation System Engine Coolant To reset the transmission ﬂuid life indicator, use the The cooling system in your vehicle is ﬁlled with following steps: ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed 1. Turn the vehicle on with the ignition in RUN. to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs ﬁrst, if you add 2.
Page 334: What To Use
What to Use Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and The repair cost would not be covered by your ® one-half DEX-COOL coolant which won’t damage warranty.
Page 335: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap — even a little — when the engine and radiator are hot.
Page 336: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Adding Coolant Engine Overheating ® If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL There are three engine hot messages that may be coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See engine is cool.
Page 337: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 338: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: Engine 1. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in NEUTRAL (N) An overheat warning, along with a Check Coolant Level while stopped.
Page 339: Cooling System
Cooling System CAUTION: When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Page 340 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine ﬁre, and you could be burned.
Page 341: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level isn’t at the FULL COLD/FROID line on the side of the coolant surge tank, add a ®...
Page 342 Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. CAUTION: Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or CAUTION: some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will.
Page 343 If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and remove it. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Page 344 3. Then ﬁll the coolant surge tank with the proper 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start mixture, to slightly above the FULL COLD/FROID the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper line on the side of the coolant surge tank. radiator hose getting hot.
Page 345: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated. The power steering ﬂuid reservoir is located in the Start the engine and allow it to warm up. If the Check center of the engine compartment, toward the front.
Page 346: Windshield Washer Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid What to Use It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid To determine what kind of ﬂuid to use, see unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13. you hear an unusual noise.
Page 347: Adding Washer Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow The Check Washer Fluid message will appear on the the manufacturer’s instructions for adding DIC when the ﬂuid level is low. See DIC Warnings and water. Messages on page 3-64 for more information. •...
Page 348: Brakes
Brakes CAUTION: Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with DOT-3 If you have too much brake ﬂuid, it can spill on brake ﬂuid. See Engine Compartment Overview on the engine. The ﬂuid will burn if the engine is page 5-12 for the location of the reservoir.
Page 349: Checking Brake Fluid
Checking Brake Fluid What to Add You can check the brake ﬂuid without taking off the cap. When you do need brake ﬂuid, use only DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Use new brake ﬂuid from a sealed container only. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13.
Page 350: Brake Wear
GM torque speciﬁcations. is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal ﬁrmly).
Page 351: Battery
— for example, when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in — be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts. If you do not, your brakes may no longer work properly. For example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the balance between your front and rear brakes can change —...
Page 352: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage Jump Starting If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days If your battery has run down, you may want to use or more, remove the black, negative (−) cable from another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your the battery.
Page 353 Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set damage to your vehicle that would not be covered the parking brake ﬁrmly on both vehicles involved in by your warranty. the jump start procedure. Put an automatic transmission in PARK (P) or a manual transmission Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake.
Page 354 CAUTION: An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative (−) terminal locations on each vehicle.
Page 355 CAUTION: CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery Fans or other moving engine parts can injure gas to explode. People have been hurt doing you badly. Keep your hands away from moving this, and some have been blinded. Use a parts once the engine is running.
Page 356 Notice: If you connect a negative cable to the ECM, ECM mounting bracket or any cables that attach to the ECM bracket, you may damage the ECM. Attach the negative cable to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part, other than the ECM, ECM bracket or cables attached to the ECM bracket.
Page 357 7. Don’t let the other end Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next touch metal. Connect it step. The other end of the negative (−) cable to the positive (+) doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, terminal of the good unpainted metal engine part or to a remote battery.
Page 358 Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in the To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and the following: damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the covered by your warranty.
Page 359: All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive How to Check Lubricant All of the lubricant checks in this section apply to your vehicle. If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, there is an additional system that need lubrication. Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check the transfer case ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise.
Page 360: Rear Axle
Rear Axle How to Check Lubricant When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear and unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired.
Page 361: Front Axle
Front Axle How to Check Lubricant When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check the front axle ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired.
Page 362: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Halogen Bulbs For the proper type of replacement bulb, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-58. CAUTION: For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. High Intensity Discharge (HID) You or others could be injured.
Page 363: Headlamps, Sidemarker, And Parking Lamps
Headlamps, Sidemarker, and 5. Pull the headlamp assembly straight out to disengage the snap in the retainer at the lower Parking Lamps outboard back surface of the assembly and then turn the lamp so that the inboard corner clears the If your vehicle has halogen headlamps, you can replace front fascia and pull the lamp out the bulbs using the following procedure.
Page 364: Front Turn Signal And Fog Lamps
5. Replace the lower outboard plastic snap-in retainer Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps in the fender bracket, if needed. To replace the front turn signal and/or fog lamp bulb(s), 6. Reconnect the electrical harness at the back side of do the following: the headlamp assembly.
Page 365: Sidemarker Lamps
7. Turn the bulb socket one-quarter turn Center High-Mounted Stoplamp counterclockwise to remove it from the assembly. (CHMSL) 8. Replace the bulb. See Replacement Bulbs on page 5-58 for the proper bulb number. It is recommended that this component be replaced as a unit.
Page 366: Replacement Bulbs
9145 For the license lamp, slide the license lamp Front Sidemarker W5WLL assembly out of the license plate applique GM Part assembly, and turn the bulb socket one-quarter turn Front Turn Signal Lamp/DRL No. 10319395 counterclockwise to remove. Headlamp High-Beam 9005XS LL 7.
Page 367: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9. It’s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-15.
Page 368 Notice: Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield. Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield.
Page 369: Tires
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. For additional could cause serious injury. Check all tires information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet frequently to maintain the recommended included with your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual.
Page 370: Winter Tires
Winter Tires Tire Sidewall Labeling If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads Useful information about a tire is molded into its often, you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle. sidewall. The examples below show a typical P-Metric All season tires provide good overall performance on and compact spare tire sidewall.
Page 371 TPC (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall. GM’s TPC manufacturers are required to grade tires based on speciﬁcations meet or exceed all federal safety three performance factors: treadwear, traction and guidelines.
Page 372 TPC has lost air and gone ﬂat. See Compact Spare Tire on speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall. GM’s TPC page 5-93 and If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5-78. speciﬁcations meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines.
Page 373: Tire Size
Tire Size (D) Belt Rating Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter “R” The following illustration shows the different parts of a means radial ply construction; the letter “D” means tire size code.
Page 374 Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made axle, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-47. from steel or other reinforcing materials. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle, Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-47.
Page 375 Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. Traction: The friction between the tire and the road surface. The amount of grip provided. Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of a asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contact when mounted on a vehicle.
Page 376: How To Check
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. The Certiﬁcation/Tire label or Tire and Loading Information label shows the correct inﬂation pressures Also, check the tire pressure of the compact spare tire. for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa).
Page 377: Tire Pressure Monitor System
Tire Pressure Monitor System You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inﬂate them to the proper pressure as indicated on the vehicle’s tire information placard. Your vehicle may have this feature. The Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system uses radio and sensor technology Driving on a signiﬁcantly under-inﬂated tire causes the to check tire pressure levels.
Page 378 TPM Sensor Identiﬁcation Codes 5. Start with the left (driver’s side) front tire. 6. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem. Each TPM sensor has a unique identiﬁcation code. Any Activate the TPM sensor by increasing or time you replace one or more of the TPM sensors, decreasing the tire’s air pressure for ﬁve seconds, the identiﬁcation codes will need to be matched to the or until a horn chirp sounds.
Page 379: Tire Inspection And Rotation
The spare tire does not have a TPM sensor. If you This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. replace one of the road tires with the spare, the Service Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Tire Monitor message will be displayed on the DIC 1.
Page 380: When It Is Time For New Tires
Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, GM recommends that you get tires with that same TPC You need a new tire if any of the following statements Spec number. That way your vehicle will continue to have...
Page 381 Winter tires with the same speed rating as your original equipment tires may not be available for H, V, W CAUTION: (Continued) and ZR speed rated tires. If you choose snow tires with a lower speed rating, never exceed the tire’s maximum sizes (other than those originally installed on speed capability.
Page 382: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on Quality grades can be found where applicable on the the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum conditions on a speciﬁed government test course.
Page 383: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced representing the tire’s resistance to the generation carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested and best overall performance.
Page 384: Wheel Replacement
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to...
Page 385: Tire Chains
If the contact suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to continues, slow down until it stops. Driving too replace a wheel, use a new GM original fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will equipment wheel.
Page 386: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat CAUTION: It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do But if you should ever have a “blowout,”...
Page 387: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire CAUTION: (Continued) If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your To be even more certain the vehicle won’t hazard warning ﬂashers. move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one CAUTION: being changed.
Page 388: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 2. Turn the nut holding the jack (and storage tray, if applicable) counterclockwise and remove it. Then The equipment you’ll need is located in the rear of the remove the jack and wheel wrench. vehicle.
Page 389 Removing the Spare Tire 1. Open the storage compartment door of the cargo The compact spare tire is located under the vehicle, management system that is nearest the liftgate ahead of the rear bumper. See Compact Spare Tire and remove the removable tub. on page 5-93 for more information about the compact spare.
Page 390: Secondary Latch System
If the spare tire will not lower, the secondary latch may Secondary Latch System be engaged causing the tire not to lower. Do the Your vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist following to check the cable: assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It’s 1.
Page 391 CAUTION: Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack. If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely, make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from the spare.
Page 392: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Using the ﬂat end of the wheel wrench, pry off the center cap at the notch. Be careful; the edges may be sharp. Don’t try to remove the cover with your bare hands.
Page 393 CAUTION: CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you maintenance or repairs is dangerous without could be badly injured or killed. Never get the appropriate safety equipment and training.
Page 394 Notice: Using a jack to raise the vehicle without positioning it correctly could damage your vehicle. When raising your vehicle on a jack, be sure to position it correctly under the frame and avoid contact with the plastic molding. 7. Put the compact spare tire near you. 8.
Page 395 10. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, CAUTION: mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 11.
Page 396 Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb-ft (140 Y).
Page 397: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools Storing the Flat Tire with Third Row Passengers CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
Page 398 Storing the Flat Tire with a Flat Load Floor Put back all tools as they were stored in the rear storage compartment and put the compartment cover back on. 1. Place the ﬂat tire in the tire storage bag and put the tire in a horizontal position on the ﬂoor in the rear of the vehicle.
Page 399: Storing The Spare Tire And Tools
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: work properly and the spare tire could loosen and suddenly fall from your vehicle. If this happened when your vehicle was being Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the driven, the tire might contact a person or passenger compartment of the vehicle could another vehicle, causing injury and, of course,...
Page 400 3. Tilt the retainer downward and slip it through the center hole of the spare tire. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel. 4. Attach the wheel wrench to the hoist shaft. 5. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to lift the spare tire.
Page 401: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Notice: When the compact spare is installed, don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught Although the compact spare tire was fully inﬂated when on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
Page 402: Appearance Care
Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains • Acetone very well. • Paint Thinner You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your • Turpentine dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-100. • Lacquer Thinner Here are some cleaning tips: •...
Page 403: Cleaning The Top Of The Instrument Panel
• Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are Panel stubborn. Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces •...
Page 404: Cleaning Glass Surfaces
Cleaning Glass Surfaces Care of Safety Belts Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a Keep belts clean and dry. liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust ﬁlms on interior glass. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-100.
Page 405: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
ﬁnish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Do not wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.
Page 406: Cleaning Aluminum Or Chrome-Plated Wheels
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird Wheels droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s ﬁnish if they remain Your vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or on painted surfaces.
Page 407: Sheet Metal Damage
ﬁnish should be repaired right away. Bare metal surface. will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair Although no defect in the paint job causes this, GM will expense. repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of...
Page 408: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Removes swirl marks, ﬁne See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing Swirl Remover Polish scratches and other light the following products. surface contamination. Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax and protects ﬁnish. Description Usage...
Page 409: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You’ll ﬁnd this label in the trunk. It’s very helpful if you Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ever need to order parts. On this label is: • your VIN, • the model designation, • paint information and •...
Page 410: Electrical System
Electrical System Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal Add-On Electrical Equipment circuit breaker. If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow, the wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart. Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer ﬁrst.
Page 411: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Underhood Fuse Block The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of ﬁres caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
Page 412 Relays Usage HORN RELAY Horn MICRO HI BEAM RELAY MICRO High-Beam Headlamps DRL RELAY Daytime Running Lamps MICRO-OPT LO BEAM RELAY/HID Low-Beam HID Headlamps (Option) MINI-OPT HDLP WASH RELAY Headlamp Washer Motor (Option) MINI-OPT SPARE Not Used BLOWER Front Blower RELAY MINI Relays Usage...
Page 413 Wiring Fuses Usage Usage Harnesses Passenger’s Side Taillamp BODY W/H Wiring Harness Connection RT PARK Assembly, Front Sidemarker and Front Parking Lamp Assembly I/P W/H Wiring Harness Connection HORN Dual Horn Assembly ENG W/H Engine Wiring Harness Connection LT HI BEAM Driver’s Side High-Beam Headlamp FORWARD Forward Lamp Wiring Harness...
Page 414 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage FLASHER Turn Signal/Hazard Flasher Module WPR MOD Windshield Wiper Module Assembly V8 ECM V8 ECM, Canister Purge POSTO2 Post O2 Sensors Steering Wheel Control Pad, COMP CLUTCH Compressor Clutch STRG CTLS Headlamp Switch WPR SW Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch STARTER RLY Jumper to Starter Relay FOG LAMP Fog Lamps...
Page 415: Rear Underseat Fuse Block
Rear Underseat Fuse Block (Driver’s Side) Relays Usage BASS RELAY Brake Apply Sensor The driver’s side rear fuse block is located under the MINI rear seat on the driver’s side of the vehicle. The carpet SPARE Not Used must be lifted up to access the rear fuse block. ELC RELAY ELC (Electronic Level Control) MINI...
Page 416 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage L FRT HTD Taillamps, Center High-Mounted Driver’s Heated Seat Module SEAT MOD BASS Stop Lamp, Flasher Module, ABS Module, Trailer Lamps MEM/ADAPT Driver’s Power Seat Switch, Memory SEAT Seat Module HDLP Headlamp Leveling System Chassis LEVELING Sensors (Export Only) Universal Garage Door Opener, THEFT...
Page 417: Passenger's Side
Rear Underseat Fuse Block Relays Usage (Passenger’s Side) PRIMARY QUARTER A/C Rear A/C RELAY MINI SPARE Not Used REAR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger RELAY MINI SPARE Not Used AFTERBOIL Afterboil Pump RELAY MICRO INT LAMP Hush Panel Lamps, Puddle Lamps, The passenger’s side rear fuse block is located under RELAY MICRO Overhead Courtesy Lamp Assembly...
Page 418 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage INTERIOR Hush Panel Lamps, Puddle Lamps, REAR HVAC Rear Climate Control System LAMP Overhead Courtesy Lamp Assembly R FRT HTD Passenger’s Side Heated Seat RT FRT SEAT MOD Module Passenger’s Door Module DR MOD REAR HATCH Rear Hatch Latch RIM (Rear Integration Module), AIR BAG SDM (Sensing Diagnostic Module)
Page 419: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Use Refrigerant Oil, R134a Systems Front A/C 1.26 lbs.
Page 420: Engine Speciﬁcations
Engine Speciﬁcations Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap M82=Rear-Wheel Drive, 5L40-E 3.6L V6 (LY7) 0.044 inches (1.1 mm) MX5=All-Wheel Drive, 5L40-E M22=Rear-Wheel Drive, 5L50-E 4.6L V8 (LH2) 0.040 inches (1.0 mm) MV3=All-Wheel Drive, 5L50-E 5-112...
Page 421 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 Owner Checks and Services ......6-9 Introduction ...........6-2 At Each Fuel Fill ..........6-10 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 At Least Once a Month .........6-10 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-11 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ....6-3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-13 Scheduled Maintenance ........6-4...
Page 422: Maintenance Schedule
All recommended maintenance is important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper ﬂuid supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your levels or the wrong tire inﬂation can increase the level of...
Page 423: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Goodwrench dealer do these jobs. • are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your • service needs, you will know that GM-trained and are driven off-road in the recommended manner.
Page 424: Scheduled Maintenance
ﬁlter must be changed at least once a year months or more since the last service or if the message and at this time the system must be reset. Your GM has not come on at all for one year.
Page 425 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil on • • page 5-15. An Emission Control Service. • • Lubricate chassis components. See footnote #. • • Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (g). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 426: 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 427 Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (41 500) (83 000) (125 000) (166 000) (207 500) (240 000) Change automatic transmission • ﬂuid and ﬁlter (normal service). Replace spark plugs. An Emission •...
Page 428: Maintenance Footnotes
(c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, ﬁttings and clamps; replace with genuine GM parts as † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the needed. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test...
Page 429: Owner Checks And Services
(h) Change automatic transmission ﬂuid and ﬁlter if the dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these vehicle. Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you conditions: with these checks and services.
Page 430: At Each Fuel Fill
At Each Fuel Fill Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer ﬂuid level in the windshield It is important to perform these underhood checks at washer tank and add the proper ﬂuid if necessary. each fuel ﬁll. Engine Oil Level Check At Least Once a Month Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if Tire Inﬂation Check...
Page 431: At Least Once A Year
If the starter works in any other position, contact lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift your GM Goodwrench dealer for service. lever moves out of PARK (P), contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service. 6-11...
Page 432 Do this until the vehicle is The key should come out only in LOCK. held by the parking brake only. Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is • To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding required.
Page 433: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Usage Fluid/Lubricant Washer Solvent The engine requires a special GM Power Steering Fluid Power Steering engine oil meeting GM (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in System Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting Canada 89021186). this standard may be identiﬁed as ® Automatic...
Page 434 ® DEXRON -III Automatic Outer Tailgate Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Transfer Case Transmission Fluid. Handle Pivot (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Points Canada 10953474). Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Hood Hinges (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Dielectric Silicone Grease Weatherstrip Canada 10953474).
Page 435: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer. ® ACDelco Part Part GM Part Numbers Numbers Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 25728874 A2029C Engine Oil Filter 3.6L V6 25177917 PF2129 4.6L V8...
Page 436: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2 in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.
Page 437 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-17...
Page 438 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-18...
Page 439 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian (TTY) Users ..........7-4 Government ..........7-10 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ..7-10 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Service Publications Ordering Information ..7-11 Disabilities ..........7-5 Roadside Service ...........7-5 Courtesy Transportation ........7-7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ..........7-9...
Page 440: Customer Assistance And Information
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center, 24 hours Plan (CAMVAP). a day, by calling 1-800-458-8006. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 441: Online Owner Center
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. You can ﬁnd your speciﬁc vehicle information Limited Warranty.
Page 442: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Customer Assistance for Text From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Telephone (TTY) Users Fax Number: 313-381-0022 To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or Canada – Customer Assistance speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer General Motors of Canada Limited Assistance Center.
Page 443: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, see your GM dealer or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935.
Page 444: Cadillac Owner Privileges
Cadillac Owner Privileges™ Reaching Roadside Service Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Dial the toll-free Roadside Service number: Privileges™ at “no charge,” throughout your Cadillac 1-800-882-1112. An experienced Roadside Service Warranty Period – 48 months/50,000 miles (80 000 km). Advisor will assist you and request the following information: Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the •...
Page 445: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service, you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair. Cadillac has always exempliﬁed quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles.
Page 446: Additional Program Information
Courtesy Rental Vehicle Additional Program Information Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy Courtesy Transportation is available during the rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair. not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 447: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders
To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required. Data Recorders GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a •...
Page 448: Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government Reporting Safety Defects to the If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify United States Government Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited.
Page 449: Service Publications Ordering Information
In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 (1-800-463-7483). Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Owner’s Information...
Page 450: Current And Past Model Order Forms
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Service Publications are available for current and Eastern Time past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com...
Page 451 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ......... 5-22 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ..7-9 Accessing the DIC Main Menu All-Wheel Drive ..........5-51 (Base Audio System) ........3-60 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System ......2-28 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-24 AM ............. 3-125 Activating Program Type (PTY) Stations Antenna, Diversity Antenna System ....
Page 452 Audio System(s) ..........3-93 Brake Audio Steering Wheel Controls ....3-124 Panic Assist ..........4-11 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ....3-126 Parking ............2-29 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ....... 3-126 System Warning Light ........3-41 Diversity Antenna System ......
Page 453 Check Engine Light ......... 3-44 Check Gas Cap ..........3-66 Cadillac Owner Privileges™ ....... 7-6 Check Oil Level ..........3-65 California Fuel ..........5-6 Check Tire Pressure ........3-65 Canada – Customer Assistance ......7-4 Check Washer Fluid ........3-66 Canadian Owners ..........
Page 454 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4 Cleaning Windshield and Wiper Blades ....5-98 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..... 7-2 Cleaning Wood Panels ........5-95 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Climate Control System Disabilities ..........7-5 Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ....3-34 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ..
Page 455 Driver Shift Control (DSC) ........ 2-28 Driving Daytime Running Lamps ........3-18 At Night ............. 4-30 Defensive Driving ..........4-2 City ............4-35 Defogging and Defrosting ......... 3-30 Defensive ............. 4-2 Delayed Locking ..........2-9 Drunken ............4-3 DIC Main Menu Item Descriptions Freeway .............
Page 456 Engine Speciﬁcations ........5-112 Engine Speed Limiter ........3-39 Electrical System Entering or Exiting the Third Row Seat ....1-7 Add-On Equipment ........5-102 Entering the Personalization Menu ..... 3-73 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-103 Entry Lighting ..........3-21 Power Windows and Other Environmental Concerns ........
Page 457 Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving ....4-19 Additives ............5-7 Glove Box ............. 2-45 California Fuel ..........5-6 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Filling a Portable Fuel Container ....5-10 Disabilities ............ 7-5 Filling Your Tank ........... 5-8 Fuels in Foreign Countries ......5-7 Gage ............
Page 458 Highbeam On Light ......... 3-50 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ....5-29 Highway Hypnosis ........... 4-38 If the Light is Flashing ........3-46 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-38 If the Light Is On Steady ......... 3-46 Hitches ............4-55 If You Are Caught in a Blizzard ......
Page 459 Light (cont.) Malfunction Indicator ........3-44 Lamps Oil Pressure ..........3-48 Exterior ............3-18 Safety Belt Reminder ........3-39 Interior ............3-20 Security ............. 3-49 Lap-Shoulder Belt ........1-15, 1-24 Sport Mode ..........3-49 LATCH System TCS Warning Light ........3-42 Child Restraints ...........
Page 460 Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and Magnetic Ride Control ........4-10 U.S. Virgin Islands) – Customer Assistance ..7-4 Maintenance Schedule Mirror Operation ..........2-35 Additional Required Services ......6-6 Mirrors At Each Fuel Fill ......... 6-10 ®...
Page 461 Engine ............5-15 Panic Brake Assist .......... 4-11 Pressure Light ..........3-48 Parade Dimming ..........3-21 Oil Pressure Low – Stop Engine ....... 3-68 Park Aid ............3-22 Older Children, Restraints ........ 1-29 Park (P) Online Owner Center ........7-3 ®...
Page 462 Power (cont.) Reaching Roadside Service ....... 7-6 Steering Fluid ..........5-37 Reading Lamps ..........3-21 Windows ............ 2-14 Rear Air Conditioning System ......3-33 Power Steering ..........4-12 Rear Axle ............5-52 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ........ 1-28 Rear Door Security Locks ........ 2-10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ....
Page 463 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ....5-80 Replacement Bulbs ......... 5-58 Safety Belt Replacing Brake System Parts ......5-43 Pretensioners ..........1-28 Reporting Safety Defects Reminder Light ..........3-39 Canadian Government ........7-10 Safety Belts General Motors ........... 7-10 Care of ............
Page 464 Seats (cont.) Service Suspension System ......3-71 Rear Seat Operation ........1-7 Service Theft System ........3-71 Reclining Seatbacks ........1-4 Service Tire Monitor System ......3-71 Stowable Seat ..........1-8 Service Transmission ........3-71 Secondary Latch System ......... 5-82 Service Vehicle Soon ........
Page 465 Steering Column Ignition Lock Release ....2-22 Steering in Emergencies ........4-13 Tachometer ............ 3-38 Steering Tips ..........4-12 Taillamps Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ....... 3-124 Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ......... 3-7 Sidemarker Lamps ........5-57 Stereo RCA Jacks .........
Page 466 Tires (cont.) Trailer Brakes ..........4-55 If a Tire Goes Flat ........5-78 Trans (Transmission) Hot – Idle Engine ....3-72 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ........ 5-68 Transfer Case ..........5-51 Inspection and Rotation ........ 5-71 Transmission Pressure Monitor System ......5-69 Fluid, Automatic ...........
Page 467 When to Add Engine Oil ........5-17 Vehicle Information Menu When to Change Engine Oil (Navigation System) ........3-54 (GM Oil Life System) ........5-20 Vehicle Personalization When to Check ..........5-68 DIC ............3-73 When to Check Lubricant ......... 5-52 Memory Seat and Mirrors ......
Page 468 Where to Put the Restraint ....... 1-38 Why Safety Belts Work ........1-11 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ....3-127 Window Lockout ..........2-16 XM™ Satellite Radio Service ......3-125 Windows ............2-13 XM™ Satellite Radio Service Power ............2-14 (48 Contiguous US States) ......

Cadillac SRX 2004 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Seats and Restraint Systems

Features and Controls

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Maintenance Schedule

Towing

Quick Links

Chapters

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