Page 1 2013 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2013 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual Wheels and Tires ... 10-31 Technical Data ....12-1 Jump Starting ....10-61 Vehicle Identification .
Page 3 For vehicles first sold in Canada, to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, substitute the name "General Helm, Incorporated the CHEVROLET Emblem, IMPALA, Motors of Canada Limited" for...
Page 4: Index
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and These mean there is something the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other back of the manual.
Page 5: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fog Lamps Here are some additional symbols : Fuel Gauge that may be found on the vehicle : Fuses and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to : Headlamp High/Low-Beam the Index. Changer : Airbag Readiness Light : LATCH System Child...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 7: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Vehicle Features Radio(s) ..... 1-13 Satellite Radio ....1-14 Portable Audio Devices .
Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 9: Initial Drive Information
In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 5. Steering Wheel Adjustment on Initial Drive page 5 2. B. Remote Trunk Release Button. Information See Trunk on page 2 9. M. Cruise Control on page 9 28. This section provides a brief C.
Page 10: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief When the vehicle starts, the parking Press and hold for more than lamps will turn on and remain on as two seconds to sound the panic long as the engine is running. The alarm. doors will be locked and the climate Press again to cancel the panic control system may come on.
Page 11: Door Locks
In Brief Door Locks Trunk Release Windows To open the trunk from the outside, Manual Locks press on the RKE transmitter. From outside the vehicle, use the See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) key in the door or the Remote System Operation on page 2 2. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to lock or unlock the vehicle.
Page 12 In Brief Seat Adjustment To adjust the seatback, see Manual See Power Seat Adjustment on Reclining Seatbacks under page 3 4. Manual Seats Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5. Power Reclining Seatback Power Seats To adjust a manual seat: To adjust a power seatback, 1.
Page 13: Second Row Seats
In Brief Manual Lumbar Second Row Seats Safety Belts On vehicles with the flip and fold feature, the bottom seat cushions can be flipped forward and the seatback folded down to create an extended cargo area. The vehicle also has an under seat storage area.
Page 14: Mirror Adjustment
In Brief Passenger Sensing Mirror Adjustment System Exterior Mirrors The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags, seat United States side impact airbags, and roof rail airbags are not affected by this. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is...
Page 15 In Brief Interior Mirror Steering Wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjustment Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted by holding Interior Lighting the mirror in the center to move it for a clearer view behind the vehicle. Dome Lamp Adjust the mirror to avoid glare from The center mounted dome lamp...
Page 16: Exterior Lighting
1-10 In Brief Map Lamps See: : Turns off the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running The vehicle has map lamps on the Exterior Lamp Controls on Lamps (DRL). Turning the headlamp rearview mirror. Push the button page 6 1 control to the off position again will near each lamp to turn the map Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/ turn the automatic headlamps or...
Page 17: Climate Controls
In Brief 1-11 Climate Controls : Single wipe, turn to , then release. Several wipes, hold the This vehicle may have a dual or single climate control system. The heating, band on longer. cooling, defrost, defog, and ventilation can be controlled with either of these systems.
Page 18 1-12 In Brief Single Zone A. Fan Control Air Conditioning B. Outside Air G. Rear Window Defogger C. Temperature Control See Climate Control Systems on page 8 1. D. Recirculation E. Air Delivery Mode Control I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 19: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-13 Vehicle Features : Select radio stations. : Seek or scan stations. Radio(s) : For vehicles with RDS, press to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM station; or CD, MP3, or WMA song. If information is available during XM or CD playback, the song title information displays on the top line of the display and artist...
Page 20: Portable Audio Devices
1-14 In Brief go through up to 6 pages of Press SEEK or SEEK. For more information, refer to: favorites, each having 6 favorite www.siriusxm.com or call Press FWD or REV. stations available per page. Each 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.) page of favorites can contain any 3.
Page 21: Cruise Control
In Brief 1-15 The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone Cruise Control : Press to go to the next radio must be paired with the Bluetooth station stored as a favorite, or the system before it can be used in the next track if a CD is playing. vehicle.
Page 22: Universal Remote System
1-16 In Brief SET : Press to set the speed and On vehicles without a center This system provides a way to activate cruise control or make the console, two are located under the replace up to three remote control vehicle decelerate.
Page 23: Maintenance
In Brief 1-17 Performance and Electronic Stability Tire Pressure Monitor Control (ESC) Maintenance This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The Electronic Stability Control Traction Control system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult System (TCS) driving conditions.
Page 24: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
1-18 In Brief Avoid fast starts and accelerate The low tire pressure warning light Resetting the Oil Life System smoothly. may come on in cool weather when 1. Display OIL LIFE REMAINING the vehicle is first started, and then Brake gradually and avoid on the DIC.
Page 25: Onstar Overview
1-888-889-2438 Connection, and Diagnostic Services. See OnStar Overview on Canada: 1-800-268-6800 page 14 1. As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 5. Roadside Assistance and OnStar...
Page 26 1-20 In Brief NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 27: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Vehicle Security Keys and Locks Vehicle Security ....2-10 Windows Vehicle Alarm System ..2-10 Keys Immobilizer .
Page 28: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the location. Other If you are locked out of your vehicle, vehicles or objects may be contact Roadside Assistance. See blocking the signal. Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 5 for more information. Check the transmitter's battery. See Battery Replacement later With an active OnStar subscription, in this section.
Page 29 Keys, Doors, and Windows five seconds. See Vehicle (Vehicle Locator/Panic Personalization on page 5 33 for Alarm): Press and release to additional information. locate the vehicle. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds Pressing may arm the content three times.
Page 30 Keys, Doors, and Windows Each vehicle can have up to eight 2. Remove the old battery. Do not transmitters programmed to it. See use a metal object. your dealer to program new 3. Insert the new battery, positive transmitters. side facing down. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows Laws in some communities may After entering the vehicle during a 2. Press and release , then restrict the use of remote starters. remote start, insert and turn the key immediately press and hold For example, some laws may to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle.
Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows Ignition Positions on page 9 13 for Door Locks WARNING (Continued) information regarding the ignition positions on your vehicle. WARNING injuries or even death from The remote vehicle start feature will heat stroke. Always lock the Unlocked doors can be not operate if any of the follow vehicle whenever leaving it.
Page 33: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks to unlock the doors when the Personal Choice Programming system is armed. See Vehicle Alarm The delayed locking feature can be System on page 2 10. turned on or off, using the Driver Information Center (DIC) to program Delayed Locking this feature.
Page 34: Lockout Protection
Keys, Doors, and Windows settings. For programming To assist in finding the lock, the To open a rear door when the information, see Vehicle vehicle has the following: security lock is on, do the following: Personalization on page 5 33. 1.
Page 35: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Remote Trunk Release WARNING (Continued) Trunk Adjust the Climate Control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and WARNING set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Climate Exhaust gases can enter the Control Systems in the vehicle if it is driven with the Index.
Page 36: Vehicle Security
2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Emergency Trunk Release Vehicle Security Handle This vehicle has theft-deterrent Do not use the features; however, they do not make emergency trunk release handle the vehicle impossible to steal. as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk Vehicle Alarm System as it could damage the handle.
Page 37: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Once armed, the alarm will go off if Arming with the RKE Immobilizer someone tries to enter the vehicle Transmitter See Radio Frequency Statement on without using the RKE transmitter or The alarm system will arm when the page 13 15 for information a key or turns the ignition on with an RKE transmitter is used to lock the...
Page 38 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows The security light will come on if you may also want to check the See your dealer or a locksmith who there is a problem with arming or fuse. See Fuses and Circuit can service PASS-Key III+ to get a disarming the theft-deterrent Breakers on page 10 27.
Page 39: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 4. Insert the new key to be Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors programmed and turn it to the ON/RUN position within Convex Mirrors five seconds of turning the ignition to the LOCK/OFF WARNING position in Step 3. The security light will turn off A convex mirror can make things, once the key has been...
Page 40: Interior Mirrors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. Press one of the four buttons Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming located on the control pad to Rearview Mirror move the mirror to the desired Manual Rearview Mirror direction. The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror.
Page 41: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a WARNING pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open either a front window especially with the windows...
Page 42: Roof
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows To lower the window, press and hold switches. The driver can still control Roof the front of the switch to the first all the windows and the front position until the window is at the passenger can control their own Sunroof desired level.
Page 43 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 (Vent/Express-Open): Press this (Close): Press and hold this switch once to vent the sunroof switch until the sunroof motor stops when it is closed. When using the to close the sunroof, or release the vent, the sunshade should be fully switch when the desired position opened.
Page 44 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 45: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap Belt ..... 3-15 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Extender ..3-16 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .
Page 46 Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the WARNING outboard seating positions. With head restraints that are not The height of the head restraint can installed and adjusted properly, be adjusted. Pull the head restraint there is a greater chance that up to raise it.
Page 47 Seats and Restraints To lower the head restraint, press Front Seats the button located on top of the seatback, and push the head Seat Adjustment restraint down. Try to move the head restraint after the button is WARNING released to make sure that it is locked in place.
Page 48 Seats and Restraints Center Seat Power Seat Adjustment Lumbar Adjustment Manual Lumbar The vehicle may have a front center To adjust a power seat, if equipped: seat. There are cupholders on the Move the seat forward or Move the lever up or down to underside of the seat cushion.
Page 49 Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks WARNING Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you.
Page 50 Seats and Restraints Tilt the top of the control forward To return the seatback to the upright to raise. position: 1. Lift the lever fully without Heated Front Seats applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will WARNING return to the upright position. 2.
Page 51: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Press the button once for the Rear Seats highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat will Rear Seats (Split Folding) change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The Flip and Fold Feature lights indicate two for the highest On vehicles with this feature, the...
Page 52 Seats and Restraints To return the seats to the normal WARNING (Continued) position: sure that the safety belts are WARNING properly routed and attached, and are not twisted. If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
Page 53 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work WARNING (Continued) This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts It is extremely dangerous to ride properly. It also describes some in a cargo area, inside or outside things not to do with safety belts.
Page 54: Seats And
3-10 Seats and Restraints safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle...
Page 55: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Seats and Restraints 3-11 Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt shoulder and across the chest. All seating positions in the vehicle These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining have a lap-shoulder belt except for the center front passenger position forces.
Page 56 3-12 Seats and Restraints If the shoulder portion of a 3. Push the latch plate into the passenger belt is pulled out all buckle until it clicks. the way, the child restraint If the latch plate will not go fully locking feature may be engaged.
Page 57 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Adjust the height so the shoulder You can move the adjuster up just portion of the belt is on the shoulder by pushing up on the shoulder belt and not falling off of it. The belt guide.
Page 58 3-14 Seats and Restraints Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, they will need to be replaced, and probably other new parts for the vehicle's safety belt system. See Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash on page 3 17. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear safety belt comfort guides may...
Page 59: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-15 To remove and store the comfort A pregnant woman should wear a WARNING (Continued) guide, squeeze the belt edges lap-shoulder belt, and the lap together so that the safety belt can portion should be worn as low as and across the chest.
Page 60: Safety Belt Extender
3-16 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 61: Safety System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Safety System Check WARNING WARNING (Continued) Now and then, check that the safety Do not bleach or dye safety belts. inspected and any necessary belt reminder light, safety belts, It may severely weaken them. In replacements made as soon as buckles, latch plates, retractors, and a crash, they might not be able to possible.
Page 62: Airbag System
3-18 Seats and Restraints Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word Here are the most important things AIRBAG will appear on the middle to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following part of the steering wheel for the airbags: driver and on the instrument panel WARNING...
Page 63 Seats and Restraints 3-19 WARNING WARNING Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured against, or very close to any or killed.
Page 64: Where Are The Airbags
3-20 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, Passenger The right front passenger frontal Side Similar airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. The seat mounted side impact The driver frontal airbag is in the airbags for the driver and right front middle of the steering wheel.
Page 65: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-21 When Should an Airbag WARNING (Continued) Inflate? or even death. The path of an Frontal airbags are designed to inflating airbag must be kept inflate in moderate to severe frontal clear. Do not put anything or near frontal crashes to help between an occupant and an reduce the potential for severe airbag, and do not attach or put...
Page 66 3-22 Seats and Restraints Frontal airbags may inflate at Frontal airbags are not intended to Roof-rail airbags are not intended to different crash speeds. For inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear inflate in rollovers or rear impacts. example: impacts, or in many side impacts. A seat-mounted side impact airbag is intended to deploy on the side of If the vehicle hits a stationary...
Page 67: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-23 What Makes an Airbag How Does an Airbag Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement Inflate? Restrain? to safety belts. In a deployment event, the sensing In moderate to severe frontal or What Will You See after system sends an electrical signal near frontal collisions, even belted...
Page 68 3-24 Seats and Restraints the windshield or being able to steer fuel system after the airbags inflate. Additional windshield breakage may the vehicle, nor does it prevent You can lock the doors, turn off the also occur from the right front people from leaving the vehicle.
Page 69: Passenger Sensing
Seats and Restraints 3-25 Let only qualified technicians The passenger sensing system work on the airbag systems. works with sensors that are part of Improper service can mean that the right front passenger seat. The an airbag system will not work sensors are designed to detect the properly.
Page 70 3-26 Seats and Restraints Or, if there is a critical problem WARNING WARNING (Continued) with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints When the passenger sensing restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the airbag system has turned off the right front or killed if the right front...
Page 71 Seats and Restraints 3-27 For some children, including If the On Indicator is Lit for a 5. If, after reinstalling the child children in child restraints, and for restraint and restarting the Child Restraint very small adults, the passenger vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, If a child restraint has been installed sensing system may or may not turn turn the vehicle off.
Page 72 3-28 Seats and Restraints If the Off Indicator is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material in the Index for additional from the seat, such as blankets, information about the importance of Adult-Size Occupant cushions, seat covers, seat proper restraint use. heaters, seat massagers, a A thick layer of additional material, laptop, or other electronic...
Page 73: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
Seats and Restraints 3-29 indicator will be lit, and the WARNING WARNING airbag readiness light on the instrument panel will also be lit. Stowing of articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the Liquid pooled on the seat that passenger seat or between the vehicle is turned off and the has not soaked in may make it...
Page 74: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
3-30 Seats and Restraints Adding Equipment to the In addition, the vehicle has a If you have any questions, call passenger sensing system for Customer Assistance. The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle the right front passenger phone numbers and addresses position, which includes sensors for Customer Assistance are in Q: Is there anything I might add that are part of the passenger's...
Page 75: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-31 In addition, your dealer and the Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to service manual have information replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash about the location of the airbag your dealer for service.
Page 76: Child Restraints
3-32 Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that Older Children return to the booster seat.
Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-33 According to accident statistics, WARNING (Continued) children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child The child could move too far restraint system or infant restraint forward increasing the chance of system secured in a rear seating position.
Page 78: Infants And Young
3-34 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer WARNING (Continued) protection for adults and older Children children, but not for young children arms. An infant should be and infants. Neither the vehicle's Everyone in a vehicle needs secured in an appropriate safety belt system nor its airbag protection! This includes infants and...
Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3-35 Q: What are the different types of The restraint manufacturer WARNING (Continued) add-on child restraints? instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and A: Add-on child restraints, which child restraint in the right front height limitations for a particular are purchased by the vehicle seat.
Page 80: Child Restraint Systems
3-36 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems WARNING 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. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen.
Page 81 Seats and Restraints 3-37 Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. WARNING When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions A child can be seriously injured or that come with the restraint which killed in a crash if the child...
Page 82: Where To Put The Restraint
3-38 Seats and Restraints locate the nearest child safety seat We recommend that children and WARNING (Continued) inspection station. For CPST child restraints be secured in a rear availability in Canada, check with seat, including: an infant or a child passenger airbag inflates and the Transport Canada or the Provincial riding in a rear-facing child restraint;...
Page 83: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Seats and Restraints 3-39 Do not use child restraints in the Wherever a child restraint is WARNING (Continued) center front seat position. installed, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. When securing a child restraint in a the front passenger seat as far rear seating position, study the Keep in mind that an unsecured back as it will go.
Page 84 3-40 Seats and Restraints Make sure that a LATCH-compatible Not all vehicle seating positions or Top Tether Anchor child restraint is properly installed child restraints have lower anchors using the anchors, or use the and attachments or top tether vehicle's safety belts to secure the anchors and attachments.
Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-41 The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Anchor Locations Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a To assist in locating the lower top tether are designed for use with...
Page 86: System
3-42 Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, WARNING children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child Do not attach more than one child restraint system or infant restraint restraint to a single anchor. system secured in a rear seating Attaching more than one child position.
Page 87 Seats and Restraints 3-43 do not use the vehicle's safety belts. 2. If the child restraint manufacturer WARNING (Continued) Instead, use the vehicle's anchors recommends that the top tether and child restraint attachments to be attached, attach and tighten of the retractor to set the lock, secure the restraints.
Page 88 3-44 Seats and Restraints If the position you are using If you are using a dual has a fixed headrest and tether in the center seating you are using a single position without a headrest, tether, route the tether over route the dual tether over the head restraint.
Page 89: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints 3-45 Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat) a top tether, and that the tether be attached. When securing a child restraint in a WARNING rear seating position, study the If the child restraint does not have...
Page 90 3-46 Seats and Restraints 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 5. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the lock.
Page 91: Securing Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-47 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Center Front Seat (Right Front Seat manufacturer's instructions Position) Position) regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and This vehicle has airbags.
Page 92 3-48 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child seat in a WARNING WARNING (Continued) position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints that the top tether be anchored, or if restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the airbag the instructions that come with the...
Page 93 Seats and Restraints 3-49 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 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.
Page 94 3-50 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the If a child restraint has been installed child restraint, make sure it is and the on indicator is lit, see If the securely held in place. To check, On Indicator is Lit for a Child grasp the child restraint at the Restraint under Passenger Sensing safety belt path and attempt to...
Page 95: Storage
Storage Storage Storage Armrest Storage Compartments For vehicles with a rear seat armrest, pull the tab on the armrest Storage Compartments forward to access it. Glove Box Glove Box ....4-1 Cupholders .
Page 96: Additional Storage Features
Storage Additional Storage Features Convenience Net For vehicles with a convenience net, it is located in the rear. Use it to store small loads as far forward as possible. The net should not be used to store heavy loads. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 97 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Safety Belt Reminders ..5-12 Information Displays Airbag Readiness Light ..5-12 Driver Information Controls Passenger Airbag Status Center (DIC) ....5-22 Indicator .
Page 98: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization Controls 3. Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place. Vehicle Personalization ..5-33 Steering Wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel Universal Remote System while driving. Universal Remote System . . . 5-39 Adjustment Universal Remote System Steering Wheel Controls...
Page 99: Windshield Wiper/Washer
Instruments and Controls Horn (Previous/End): Press to (Adjustable Interval Wipes): go to the previous radio station Turn the band up for more frequent Press near or on the horn symbols stored as a favorite, go to the next wipes or down for less frequent on the steering wheel pad to sound track if a CD is playing, reject an wipes.
Page 100: Compass
Instruments and Controls Compass To adjust for compass variance, use WARNING the following procedure: This vehicle may have a compass in Compass Variance (Zone) In freezing weather, do not use the Driver Information Center (DIC). Procedure the washer until the windshield is Compass Zone warmed.
Page 101 Instruments and Controls 2. Find the vehicle's current It is suggested to calibrate away To calibrate the compass, use the location and variance zone from tall buildings, utility wires, following procedure: number on the map. manhole covers, or other industrial Compass Calibration Procedure structures, if possible.
Page 102: Clock
Instruments and Controls CALIBRATION COMPLETE for a Press SEEK or SEEK. To set the time and date: few seconds when the 1. Turn the radio on. Press FWD or REV. calibration is complete. The DIC display will then return to 2.
Page 103: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls Press REV. Power Outlets WARNING (Continued) The date does not automatically The vehicle has three 12 volt outlets vehicle is not in use because the display. To see the date press the which can be used to plug in vehicle could catch fire and cause electrical equipment, such as a cell button while the radio is on.
Page 104: Cigarette Lighter
Instruments and Controls Notice: Hanging heavy Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there equipment from the power outlet could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and can cause damage not covered function. Often gauges and warning by the vehicle warranty. The lights work together to indicate a Indicators power outlets are designed for...
Page 105: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Uplevel Shown, Base and Metric Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 106: Speedometer
5-10 Instruments and Controls Speedometer Tachometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer shows the vehicle The tachometer displays the engine speed in both kilometers per hour speed in revolutions per (km/h) and miles per hour (mph). minute (rpm). Notice: If the engine is operated Odometer with the tachometer in the shaded warning area, the vehicle could...
Page 107: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-11 When the ignition is on, the fuel Engine Coolant gauge indicates about how much Temperature Gauge fuel is left in the fuel tank. An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on.
Page 108: Safety Belt Reminders
5-12 Instruments and Controls Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder light comes on. There is a passenger safety belt Light The front passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger warning light and chime may turn on There is a driver safety belt...
Page 109: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-13 If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also come on. See Airbag System Messages on page 5 31. Passenger Airbag Status The airbag readiness light comes on Canada Indicator for several seconds when the...
Page 110: Charging System Light
5-14 Instruments and Controls If the word OFF or the off symbol is Charging System Light that there are problems with a lit on the airbag status indicator, it generator drive belt, or that there is means that the passenger sensing an electrical problem.
Page 111 Instruments and Controls 5-15 smoothly. This could lead to could damage the emission control costly repairs that might not be system on the vehicle. Diagnosis covered by the vehicle warranty. and service might be required. Notice: Modifications made to the To prevent more serious damage to engine, transmission, exhaust, the vehicle:...
Page 112 5-16 Instruments and Controls The following may correct an If one or more of these conditions emission control system occurs, change the fuel brand used. malfunction: It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. Check that the fuel cap is fully installed.
Page 113: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-17 The OBD II (On-Board vehicle. For normal braking If the light comes on while driving, Diagnostics) system determines performance, both circuits need to pull off the road and stop carefully. that critical emission control be working The pedal might be harder to push, systems have not been or the pedal can go closer to the...
Page 114: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls Antilock Brake System not antilock brakes. If the regular Press and release the Electronic brake system warning light is also Stability Control (ESC) OFF button (ABS) Warning Light on, the vehicle does not have to turn off the Traction Control antilock brakes and there is a System (TCS), and a message problem with the regular brakes.
Page 115: Electronic Stability Control
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Electronic Stability serviced by the dealer. See Ride If it does not, have the vehicle Control System Messages on serviced by the dealer. If the system Control (ESC)/Traction page 5 30 for more information. is working normally the indicator Control System (TCS) light goes off.
Page 116: Tire Pressure Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and pressure is still low, have the Then Is On Steady vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule for If the light flashes for about a minute changing engine oil. and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS.
Page 117: High-Beam On Light
Instruments and Controls 5-21 indicator light turns off. If it does not High-Beam On Light The light goes out when the fog come on, have the vehicle serviced lamps are turned off. See Fog by your dealer. Lamps on page 6 4 for more information.
Page 118: Information Displays Driver Information
5-22 Instruments and Controls Information Displays If your vehicle has these features, DIC Buttons the DIC also displays the compass direction and the outside air Driver Information temperature when viewing the trip Center (DIC) and fuel information. The compass direction appears on the top right Your vehicle has a Driver corner of the DIC display.
Page 119 Instruments and Controls 5-23 Trip A and Trip B and the vehicle was moving. Once (Vehicle Information): Press the vehicle begins moving, the trip this button to display the oil life, Press the trip/fuel button until odometer will accumulate mileage. units, tire pressure readings, and TRIP A or TRIP B displays.
Page 120 5-24 Instruments and Controls The fuel range estimate is based on 100 kilometers (L/100 km). This since the last reset of this value. To an average of the vehicle's fuel number is calculated based on the reset the value, press and hold the economy over recent driving history number of mpg (L/100 km) recorded set/reset button.
Page 121 Instruments and Controls 5-25 When the remaining oil life is low, English or Metric units of If the tire pressure display shows the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON measurement. Once in this display, dashes instead of a value, there message will appear on the display. press the set/reset button to select may be a problem with your vehicle.
Page 122: Vehicle Messages
5-26 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Stop and turn off the Charging Messages Messages are displayed on the DIC vehicle as soon as it is safe to do to notify the driver that the status of so.
Page 123: Engine Cooling System
Instruments and Controls 5-27 HOOD OPEN TRUNK OPEN ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE If your vehicle has the remote start This message displays when the feature, this message displays when trunk is not closed completely. Make Notice: If you drive your vehicle the hood is not closed properly.
Page 124: Engine Oil Messages
5-28 Instruments and Controls appears on the instrument cluster Engine Oil Messages OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON soon as possible. See Engine Notice: If you drive the vehicle Overheating on page 10 14. This message displays when while the engine oil pressure is service is required for the vehicle.
Page 125: Engine Power Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-29 Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages see Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FUEL LEVEL LOW System Operation on page 2 2. This message displays when the This message displays when your Lamp Messages vehicle's engine power is reduced.
Page 126: Ride Control System
5-30 Instruments and Controls This message displays and a chime message still stays on or turns back the vehicle and exceeding 30 km/h sounds only when the ignition is in on again while you are driving, your (19 mph) for 30 seconds. The ESC ON/RUN.
Page 127: Airbag System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-31 Any of the following conditions may Security Messages Service Vehicle Messages cause the TCS to turn off: SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM ERROR The TCS is turned off by pressing the traction control This message displays when there This message displays while is a problem with the theft-deterrent viewing the odometer or trip...
Page 128: Tire Messages
5-32 Instruments and Controls STARTING DISABLED then remains on during the same TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure SERVICE THROTTLE On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Light on page 5 20. Several Monitor System (TPMS), this This message displays if the starting conditions may cause this message message displays when the...
Page 129: Vehicle Personalization
Instruments and Controls 5-33 Loading Information label. See Tires Vehicle Reminder Vehicle on page 10 31, Vehicle Load Limits Messages Personalization on page 9 9, and Tire Pressure on page 10 38. The DIC also shows ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE Your vehicle has customization the tire pressure values.
Page 130 5-34 Instruments and Controls Entering the Feature Feature Settings Menu Items Press the customization button until the DISPLAY LANGUAGE screen Settings Menu The following are customization appears on the DIC display. Press features that allow you to program 1. Turn the ignition on and place the set/reset button once to access settings to the vehicle: the vehicle in P (Park).
Page 131 Instruments and Controls 5-35 AUTO DOOR UNLOCK ALL AT KEY OUT: All of the doors Press the customization button until will unlock when the key is taken REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on This feature allows you to select out of the ignition. the DIC display.
Page 132 5-36 Instruments and Controls To select a setting, press the set/ LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior 30 SECONDS (default): The reset button while the desired lamps will flash when you press the exterior lamps will stay on for setting is displayed on the DIC. unlock button on the RKE 30 seconds.
Page 133 Instruments and Controls 5-37 Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the set/ To select a setting, press the set/ APPROACH LIGHTING appears on reset button while the desired reset button while the desired the DIC display. Press the set/reset setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 134 5-38 Instruments and Controls NO CHANGE: No change will be To select a setting, press the set/ Exiting the Feature made to this feature. The current reset button while the desired Settings Menu setting will remain. setting is displayed on the DIC. The feature settings menu will be To select a setting, press the set/ EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS...
Page 135: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-39 Universal Remote This system provides a way to the lease ends. See Erasing replace up to three remote control Universal Home Remote Buttons in System transmitters used to activate this section. devices such as garage door Park the vehicle outside of the See Radio Frequency Statement on openers, security systems, and...
Page 136 5-40 Instruments and Controls should slowly blink. This button may need to be held for up to 20 seconds. 4. Immediately, within one second, release the button when the garage door moves. The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete. 5.
Page 137 Instruments and Controls 5-41 Programming Universal Home If there are a row of dip switches similar to the graphic above, the Remote Fixed Code garage door opener is a Fixed For questions or help programming Code unit. If you do not see a the Universal Home Remote row of dip switches, return to the System, call 1-866-572-2728 or go...
Page 138 5-42 Instruments and Controls or if the dip switch settings are 2. Write down the 8 to 12 switch different, use the dip switch settings from left to right as settings on the motor head unit follows: to program the Universal Home When a switch is in the up Remote.
Page 139 Instruments and Controls 5-43 3. From inside your vehicle, first 4. The indicator lights will blink 6. Press and hold the button that firmly press all three buttons at slowly. Enter each switch setting will be used to control the the same time for about from Step 2 into your vehicle's garage door until the garage...
Page 140: Universal Remote System Operation
5-44 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Erasing Universal Home 2. Once the indicator lights begin to blink, release both buttons. The Remote Buttons Operation codes from all buttons will be The programmed buttons should be erased. Press and hold the appropriate erased when the vehicle is sold or button for at least half of a second.
Page 141: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-5 Exterior Lamp Controls Courtesy Lamps ....6-5 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps .
Page 142: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Lighting AUTO (Automatic): Automatically the battery from being drained. Turn To change the headlamps from high turns on the headlamps at normal the headlamp control to off and then beam to low beam, pull the turn brightness, together with the back to the headlamp on position to signal lever toward you.
Page 143: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting The DRL system makes the Hazard Warning Flashers low-beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met: The ignition is in the ON/RUN position. The exterior lamps control is in AUTO. Do not cover the light sensor on top The engine is running.
Page 144: Turn And Lane-Change
Lighting When the hazard warning flashers Raise or lower the lever until the Fog Lamps are on, the turn signals will arrow starts to flash to signal a lane not work. change. Hold it there until the lane change is completed. If the lever is Turn and Lane-Change briefly pressed and released, the turn signal flashes three times.
Page 145: Instrument Panel Illumination
Lighting Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps Press to turn the fog lamps on or off. A light will come on in the When a door is opened, the instrument panel cluster. Instrument Panel courtesy lamps automatically come When the headlamps are changed on.
Page 146: Lighting Features
Lighting The center mounted dome lamp Lighting Features When the ignition is on, illuminated overhead comes on when a door is entry is inactive, which means the opened. This lamp can also be courtesy lamps will not come on Entry Lighting turned on by turning the instrument unless a door is opened.
Page 147: Delayed Exit Lighting
Lighting Delayed Exit Lighting Parade Dimming When the state of charge is high, the voltage is lowered slightly to This feature illuminates the interior Parade mode automatically prohibits prevent overcharging. If the vehicle for a period of time after the key is the dimming of the instrument panel has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage removed from the ignition.
Page 148: Battery Power Protection
Lighting EPM works to prevent excessive Battery Power Protection discharge of the battery. It does this This feature helps prevent the by balancing the generator's output battery from being drained, if the and the vehicle's electrical needs. interior courtesy lamps, reading/map It can increase engine idle speed to lamps, visor vanity lamps, or trunk generate more power, whenever...
Page 149 Infotainment System Set up the tone, speaker Infotainment Introduction adjustments, and preset radio System stations. Infotainment For more information, see Defensive Determine which radio the vehicle Driving on page 9 2. has and read the following pages to Introduction Contact your dealer become familiar with its features.
Page 150: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Theft-Deterrent Feature Operation ® TheftLock is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle's radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The radio does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle.
Page 151 Infotainment System Using the Radio (Power/Volume): Press to turn the system on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume. (Information): Press to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. While the ignition is off, press this button to display the time.
Page 152 Infotainment System 4. Press the softkey under the MANUAL or changing bass or Press SEEK or SEEK. desired Speed Compensated treble, returns the EQ to the manual Press FWD or REV. Volume setting (OFF, Low, Med, bass and treble settings. or High) to select the level of If a station's frequency is weak or if Unique EQ settings can be saved...
Page 153 Infotainment System ® If the radio has a Bose audio 2. Highlight the desired speaker Radio Messages system, the EQ settings are either control tab by doing one of the Calibration Error: Displays if the MANUAL or TALK. following: radio is no longer calibrated properly for the vehicle.
Page 154: Radio
Infotainment System Radio displays on the bottom line. When Finding a Station information is not available, NO BAND: Press to choose between INFO displays. AM-FM Radio FM1, FM2, AM, or XM Auto Text (RDS Features): If equipped) on the Radio with CD Radio Data System (RDS) additional information is available (Base).
Page 155 Infotainment System double beep sounds. The radio 6 FM2, and 6 AM), can be next stored preset. Press goes to a stored preset, plays for programmed on the 6 numbered SEEK again to stop scanning a few seconds, then goes to the pushbuttons.
Page 156: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System 2. Press the FAV button to display Satellite Radio title information displays on the top the page where the station will line of the display and artist ® SiriusXM Satellite Radio be stored. information displays on the bottom Service line.
Page 157 Infotainment System Press the softkey below the Finding an SiriusXM Channel FWD: Press to go to the next right or left arrows in the SiriusXM category. BAND: Press to switch between category tab. AM, FM, or SiriusXM, if equipped. Finding a Category (CAT) Press SEEK or SEEK.
Page 158 7-10 Infotainment System 5. Repeat the steps to remove 2. Press the FAV button to display SiriusXM Radio Messages more categories. the page where the station will XL (Explicit Language be stored. Channels): These channels, or any Storing SiriusXM Channels 3.
Page 159: Radio Reception
Infotainment System 7-11 Channel Unauth: This channel is No Subscription Please Renew: Unknown: If this message is blocked or cannot be received with SiriusXM subscription needs to be received when tuned to channel 0, your SiriusXM subscription package. reactivated. Contact SiriusXM at there could be a receiver fault.
Page 160: Backglass Antenna
7-12 Infotainment System ® interference or static, unplug the SiriusXM Satellite Radio Backglass Antenna item from the accessory power Service The AM-FM antenna is integrated outlet. SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service with the rear window defogger, gives digital radio reception from located in the rear window.
Page 161: Audio Players
Infotainment System 7-13 not be covered by the vehicle Audio Players load one CD at a time, and keep warranty. Do not clear the inside the CD player and the loading slot rear window with sharp objects. free of foreign materials, liquids, CD Player and debris.
Page 162 7-14 Infotainment System Inserting a Disc the player, the CD starts to play FWD (Fast Forward): Press where it stopped, if it was the last and hold to advance playback Insert the disc partway into the slot, selected audio source. quickly within a track.
Page 163 Infotainment System 7-15 Softkeys contains both types of audio, the CD Empty Folder player reads all MP3 files first, then The six softkeys below the radio Folders that do not contain files are the uncompressed CD audio files. display are used to control functions skipped, and the player advances to that display as tabs.
Page 164 7-16 Infotainment System Playing an MP3 Buttons and Knobs volume and the elapsed time of the track displays. Release FWD to The buttons and knobs on the radio Order of Play resume playing. control the following features. Tracks are played in the following (Information): Press to display (Tune): Turn to select MP3 files order:...
Page 165 Infotainment System 7-17 on the number of files on the disc. 3. Press the softkey below the (Previous Folder): Press The radio may begin playing while it Back tab to return to the main the softkey below to go to the is scanning in the background.
Page 166: Auxiliary Devices
7-18 Infotainment System The disc is dirty, scratched, wet, Auxiliary Devices (Power/Volume): Turn to or upside down. increase or decrease the volume of Using the Auxiliary Input Jack The air is very humid. If so, wait the portable player. Additional about an hour and try again.
Page 167: Phone
Infotainment System 7-19 Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. Phone A Bluetooth system can use a The system may not work with Bluetooth-capable cell phone with a all cell phones. See Pairing in Hands-Free Profile to make and Bluetooth this section for more information. receive phone calls.
Page 168 7-20 Infotainment System The pairing process is disabled When to Speak: A short tone (Push To Talk): Press to when the vehicle is moving. sounds after the system responds answer incoming calls, confirm indicating when it is waiting for a Pairing only needs to be system information, and start voice command.
Page 169 Infotainment System 7-21 3. Say Pair. The system responds Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone Phones with instructions and a four-digit To connect to a different cell phone, Personal Identification Number The system can list all cell phones the Bluetooth system looks for the (PIN).
Page 170 7-22 Infotainment System Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. After the last Numbers 1. Press and hold digit has been entered, say The system can store up to 30 two seconds.
Page 171 Infotainment System 7-23 Listing Stored Numbers Using the Dial or Call If an unwanted number is Command recognized by the system, say The list command will list all stored Clear at any time to clear the last numbers and name tags. 1.
Page 172 7-24 Infotainment System Once connected, the person called Press to disconnect the To mute a call, press , and will be heard through the audio current call and switch to the call then say Mute call. speakers. on hold. To cancel mute, press Receiving a Call Three-Way Calling and then say Un-mute call.
Page 173 Infotainment System 7-25 Transferring Audio to the 3. Say Voice. The system Clearing the System Bluetooth System from a Cell responds OK, accessing Unless information is deleted out of Phone <phone name>. the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it During a call with the audio on the The cell phone's normal prompt will be retained indefinitely.
Page 174 7-26 Infotainment System NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 175: Air Vents
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems This vehicle may have a dual or single climate control system. The heating, cooling, defrost, defog and ventilation can be controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems For vehicles with heated seats, see Heated Front Seats on page 3 6. Climate Control Systems .
Page 176 Climate Controls (Fan Control): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. Positioning the knob between two modes can select a combination of those modes. If the airflow seems low when the fan is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air filter may need to be replaced.
Page 177 Climate Controls To change the current mode, select window vents and the floor vents. For quick cool down on hot days, do one of the following: When defrost is selected, the the following: system automatically forces outside (Vent): Air is directed to the 1.
Page 178 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger For vehicles with heated outside (Outside Air): Press to turn rearview mirrors, the mirrors heat to on outside air. An indicator light The rear window defogger uses a help clear fog or frost from the comes on to show that it is on.
Page 179: Air Vents
Climate Controls If the airflow seems low when Air Vents Maintenance the fan is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air Use the thumbwheel located below Passenger Compartment filter, if equipped, may need to or to the side of the outlet, to replaced.
Page 180 Climate Controls To change the passenger 5. Lift the air inlet grille and compartment air filter: disconnect the washer hose at the quick-connect. 1. Turn off the ignition when the windshield wipers are in the up 6. Remove the air inlet grille. position.
Page 181 Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Cruise Control Power (RAP) ....9-17 Cruise Control ....9-28 Operating Shifting Into Park .
Page 182: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Driving Information WARNING passenger to handle potential distractions. Distracted Driving Taking your eyes off the road too Become familiar with vehicle long or too often could cause a Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as crash resulting in injury or death.
Page 183: Drunk Driving
Driving and Operating careless and make mistakes. Helpful braking tips to keep in mind WARNING (Continued) Anticipate what they might do include: and be ready. Keep enough distance between Do not drink and drive or ride with Allow enough following distance you and the vehicle in front a driver who has been drinking.
Page 184: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Antilock Brake System (ABS) If power steering assist is lost 2. Turn the steering wheel about allows steering while braking. because the engine stops or one-eighth of a turn, until the because of a system malfunction, right front tire contacts the Off-Road Recovery the vehicle can be steered but may pavement edge.
Page 185: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, Defensive drivers avoid most skids WARNING (Continued) acceleration, or braking, by taking reasonable care suited to including reducing vehicle speed existing conditions, and by not After driving through a large by shifting to a lower gear. Any overdriving those conditions.
Page 186: Highway Hypnosis
Driving and Operating There is no hard and fast rule about Other driving tips include: WARNING hydroplaning. The best advice is to Keep the vehicle well ventilated. slow down when the road is wet. If you do not shift down, the Keep the interior Other Rainy Weather Tips brakes could get so hot that they...
Page 187: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Winter Driving apply the brakes sooner than when WARNING (Continued) on dry pavement. See Antilock Driving on Snow or Ice Brake System (ABS) on page 9 23. Steering may also be affected Drive carefully when there is snow Allow greater following distance on when ignition is off.
Page 188: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating Tie a red cloth to an outside If it takes some time for help to WARNING (Continued) mirror. arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator Fully open the air outlets on WARNING pedal slightly so the engine runs or under the instrument faster than the idle speed.
Page 189: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating the vehicle out after a few tries, it WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) might need to be towed out. If the vehicle does need to be towed out, vehicle handles. This could vehicle can overheat, causing an see Towing the Vehicle on engine compartment fire or other cause loss of control and a page 10 63.
Page 190 9-10 Driving and Operating door open, you will find the label and the Gross Axle Weight For example, if the XXX attached below the door lock Rating (GAWR) for the front and amount equals 1400 lbs and rear axle, see Certification post (striker).
Page 191 Driving and Operating 9-11 If your vehicle can tow a trailer, see Trailer Towing on page 9 39 for important information on towing a trailer, towing safety rules, and trailering tips. Example 2 Example 3 A. Maximum Vehicle Capacity A. Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs)
Page 192 9-12 Driving and Operating positions. The combined weight includes the weight of the Notice: Overloading the of the driver, passengers, and vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and vehicle may cause damage. cargo should never exceed your cargo. Repairs would not be covered vehicle's maximum vehicle by the vehicle warranty.
Page 193: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-13 Do not tow a trailer during Starting and WARNING (Continued) break-in. See Trailer Towing Operating on page 9 39 for the trailer far forward as possible. towing capabilities of your Try to spread the weight vehicle and more New Vehicle Break-In evenly.
Page 194 9-14 Driving and Operating To shift out of P (Park), the ignition from left to right while turning the shift lever must be in P (Park) to must be in ON/RUN and the brake key to ACC/ACCESSORY. If this turn the ignition switch to the pedal must be applied.
Page 195: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating 9-15 C (ON/RUN): This position can be when the driver door is opened, the engine and transmission gently used to operate the electrical ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or to allow the oil to warm up and accessories and to display some LOCK/OFF, and the key is in the lubricate all moving parts.
Page 196: Engine Heater
9-16 Driving and Operating When the Low Fuel warning for up to a maximum of up in cold weather conditions at or lamp is on and the FUEL LEVEL 15 seconds. Wait at least below 18°C (0°F). Vehicles with an LOW message is displayed in 15 seconds between each try, to engine coolant heater should be...
Page 197: Power (Rap)
Driving and Operating 9-17 The radio will work when the key is 4. Turn the ignition key to WARNING (Continued) in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. LOCK/OFF. Once the key is turned from ON/ 5. Remove the key and take it with three-prong 110-volt AC outlet.
Page 198: Shifting Out Of Park
9-18 Driving and Operating Leaving the Vehicle With the If you have to leave the vehicle with Shifting out of Park the engine running, be sure your Engine Running Automatic Transmission vehicle is in P (Park) and the Shift Lock parking brake is firmly set before WARNING you leave it.
Page 199: Parking Over Things
Driving and Operating 9-19 Console Shift 2. Turn the ignition key to the ON/ Engine Exhaust RUN position. See Ignition If the console shift lever cannot be Positions on page 9 13 for more moved out of P (Park): WARNING information.
Page 200: Automatic Transmission
9-20 Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Automatic WARNING (Continued) While Parked Transmission There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the The automatic transmission has a in the vehicle body from engine running. shift lever located on the console damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine between the seats, or on the...
Page 201 Driving and Operating 9-21 maintain brake application. Then WARNING (Continued) move the shift lever into another gear. See Shifting out of Park on Do not leave the vehicle when the page 9 18. engine is running. If you have left R (Reverse): Use this gear to the engine running, the vehicle back up.
Page 202: Manual Mode
9-22 Driving and Operating D (Drive): This position is for L (Low): This position gives you WARNING normal driving. It provides the best access to gear ranges. This fuel economy. If you need more provides more engine braking but Shifting into a drive gear while the power for passing, and you are: lower fuel economy than D (Drive).
Page 203: System (Abs)
Driving and Operating 9-23 speed while driving downhill or The highest gear available for this Brakes towing a trailer. The vehicle has an pre-determined range is displayed electronic shift position indicator next to the L in the DIC. The Antilock Brake within the instrument cluster.
Page 204: Parking Brake
9-24 Driving and Operating If driving safely on a wet road and it there will not be enough time to Parking Brake becomes necessary to slam on the apply the brakes if that vehicle brakes and continue braking to suddenly slows or stops. Always avoid a sudden obstacle, a leave enough room up ahead to computer senses that the wheels...
Page 205: System (Tcs)
Driving and Operating 9-25 A warning chime will sound and a Ride Control Systems The system may be heard or felt brake warning light located on the while it is working, but this is instrument panel cluster will come normal. Traction Control on, if the parking brake is set, the If cruise control is being used when...
Page 206: Electronic Stability
9-26 Driving and Operating When the system is on, this warning To turn the system on or off, press traction, and stability control light comes on and stays on if there the ESC OFF button located on the systems and helps the driver is a problem.
Page 207 Driving and Operating 9-27 conditions, you should always leave the system on. But, you can turn ESC off if you ever need to. If the vehicle is in cruise control when the system begins to assist the driver maintain directional This light will flash on the instrument When the ESC system is turned off, control of the vehicle, the ESC/TCS...
Page 208: Cruise Control
9-28 Driving and Operating ESC may also turn off automatically Cruise Control If your vehicle has the Traction if it determines that a problem exists Control System (TCS) and the With cruise control, you can with the system. The SERVICE cruise control is on, TCS will begin maintain a speed of about 40 km/h STABILITRAK message and the...
Page 209 Driving and Operating 9-29 If the cruise button is on when not in Increasing Speed While Using (On/Off): Press to turn cruise use, it could get bumped and go into Cruise Control control on and off. The indicator is lit cruise when not desired.
Page 210: Fuel
9-30 Driving and Operating To slow down in small amounts, Ending Cruise Control Fuel press the SET button briefly. There are three ways to end cruise Each time this is done, the Use of the recommended fuel is an control: vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h important part of the proper (1 mph) slower.
Page 211: Recommended Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-31 knock, might be heard when driving. states adopting California Emissions If this occurs, use a gasoline rated Standards, the vehicle will operate at 87 octane or higher as soon as satisfactorily on fuels meeting possible. If heavy knocking is heard federal specifications, but emission when using gasoline rated at control system performance might...
Page 212: Fuel Additives
9-32 Driving and Operating To check the fuel availability, ask an marketers providing TOP TIER Notice: This vehicle was not auto club, or contact a major oil Detergent Gasoline can be found at designed for fuel that contains company that does business in the www.toptiergas.com.
Page 213: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
Driving and Operating 9-33 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) At a minimum, E85 should meet Notice: Some additives are not ASTM Specification D 5798 or compatible with E85 fuel and can Vehicles that have a yellow fuel cap CGSB Specification 3.512. Filling harm the vehicle's fuel system.
Page 214: Filling The Tank
9-34 Driving and Operating Filling the Tank The tethered fuel cap is located WARNING (Continued) behind a hinged fuel door on the driver side of the vehicle. If the WARNING Fuel can spray out if the fuel vehicle has E85 fuel capability, the cap is opened too quickly.
Page 215: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-35 the fuel cap has been left off or Notice: If a new fuel cap is WARNING (Continued) improperly installed. This would needed, be sure to get the right allow fuel to evaporate into the type of cap from your dealer. The Remove container from atmosphere.
Page 216: General Towing
9-36 Driving and Operating Towing vehicle such as a motor home, see WARNING Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10 63. General Towing When towing a trailer, exhaust gases may collect at the rear of Information Driving Characteristics the vehicle and enter if the and Towing Tips Only use towing equipment that has liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most...
Page 217 Driving and Operating 9-37 Towing a trailer requires a certain trailer, which mainly occurs during Making Turns amount of experience. The cornering. This is normal when Notice: Making very sharp turns combination you are driving is towing heavier trailers. while trailering could cause the longer and not as responsive as the trailer to come in contact with the Following Distance...
Page 218 9-38 Driving and Operating When towing a trailer, the arrows on To avoid this, let the engine run 2. Have someone place chocks the instrument cluster flash for turns while parked, preferably on level under the trailer wheels. even if the bulbs on the trailer are ground, with the transmission in 3.
Page 219: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-39 Maintenance When Trailer Trailer Towing Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the Towing Before pulling a trailer, there are tow vehicle and it has all the The vehicle needs service more three important considerations that required trailering equipment.
Page 220: Towing Equipment
9-40 Driving and Operating If there are a lot of options, After loading the trailer, weigh the bumper-type hitches to it. Use equipment, passengers, or cargo in trailer and then the tongue, only a frame-mounted hitch that the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue separately, to see if the weights are does not attach to the bumper.
Page 221: Conversions And Add-Ons
Driving and Operating 9-41 Trailer Brakes Conversions and Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the Does the trailer have its own Add-Ons vehicle is not operating. brakes? Be sure to read and follow The vehicle has an airbag system. the instructions for the trailer brakes Add-On Electrical Before attempting to add anything...
Page 222 9-42 Driving and Operating NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 223: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Taillamps, Turn Signal, Protection Sidemarker, Stoplamps, Operating Mode ... 10-15 and Back-Up Lamps ..10-24 Power Steering Fluid ..10-15 License Plate Lamp .
Page 224: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor Jump Starting General Information Operation ....10-41 Jump Starting ....10-61 For service and parts needs, visit Tire Inspection .
Page 225: California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
Vehicle Care 10-3 cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock Doing Your Own many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability Service Work wear by-products contain and/or control.
Page 226: Hood
10-4 Vehicle Care This vehicle has an airbag system. Hood Before attempting to do your own To open the hood, do the following: service work, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3 29. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed.
Page 227 Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 228: Engine Oil
10-6 Vehicle Care Always dispose of engine oil A. Windshield Washer Fluid K. Coolant Surge Tank and properly. See What to Do with Reservoir. See Washer Fluid on Pressure Cap. See Engine Used Oil in this section. page 10 16. Coolant on page 10 11.
Page 229 Vehicle Care 10-7 what kind of oil to use. For engine Selecting the Right Engine Oil WARNING oil crankcase capacity, see Selecting the right engine oil Capacities and Specifications on depends on both the proper oil The engine oil dipstick handle page 12 2.
Page 230: Engine Oil Life System
10-8 Vehicle Care vehicle warranty. Check with your Engine Oil Additives/Engine Used oil can be a threat to the dealer or service provider on environment. If you change your Oil Flushes whether the oil is approved to the own oil, be sure to drain all the oil Do not add anything to the oil.
Page 231: Automatic Transmission
Vehicle Care 10-9 When the system has calculated How to Reset the Engine Oil Automatic Transmission that oil life has been diminished, it Life System Fluid indicates that an oil change is Reset the system whenever the necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE How to Check Automatic engine oil is changed so that the OIL SOON message comes on.
Page 232: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
10-10 Vehicle Care Change the fluid and filter at the How to Inspect the Engine Air 3. Pull out the filter. intervals listed in Maintenance Cleaner/Filter 4. Inspect or replace the engine air Schedule on page 11 3, and be sure cleaner/filter.
Page 233: Cooling System
Vehicle Care 10-11 Cooling System Notice: Using coolant other than WARNING ® DEX-COOL can cause premature The cooling system allows the engine, heater core, or radiator An electric engine cooling fan engine to maintain the correct corrosion. In addition, the engine under the hood can start up even working temperature.
Page 234 10-12 Vehicle Care What to Use This mixture: Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash, pouring it on Gives freezing protection down the ground, or into sewers, streams, WARNING to 37°C ( 34°F), outside or bodies of water. Have the coolant temperature.
Page 235 Vehicle Care 10-13 If no coolant is visible in the coolant WARNING surge tank, add coolant as follows: How to Add Coolant to the An electric engine cooling fan Coolant Surge Tank under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury.
Page 236: Engine Overheating
10-14 Vehicle Care time, the coolant level inside the condition. See Engine Coolant If Steam Is Coming from the coolant surge tank may be Temperature Gauge on page 5 11 Engine Compartment lower. If the level is lower, add and Engine Coolant Temperature See Overheated Engine Protection more of the proper mixture to the Warning Light on page 5 19 for...
Page 237: Overheated Engine
Vehicle Care 10-15 2. Turn the heater on to the highest cools down. Also, see Overheated and/or towing a trailer in the temperature and to the highest Engine Protection Operating Mode overheat protection mode should be fan speed. Open the windows as on page 10 15.
Page 238: Washer Fluid
10-16 Vehicle Care How to Check Power Steering Washer Fluid Fluid What to Use Check the level after the vehicle has When the vehicle needs windshield been driven for at least 20 minutes washer fluid, be sure to read the so the fluid is warm.
Page 239: Brakes
Vehicle Care 10-17 Do not use engine coolant Open the cap with the washer Notice: Continuing to drive with (antifreeze) in the windshield symbol on it. Add washer fluid until worn-out brake pads could result washer. It can damage the the tank is full.
Page 240: Brake Fluid
10-18 Vehicle Care Brake Adjustment Brake Fluid hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later Every time the brakes are applied, the brakes will not work well. with or without the vehicle moving, Do not top off the brake fluid. the brakes adjust for wear.
Page 241: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-19 What to Add hydraulic system can WARNING (Continued) damage brake hydraulic Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid system parts so badly that from a sealed container. See known to the State of California to they will have to be replaced. Recommended Fluids and cause cancer and reproductive Do not let someone put in...
Page 242: Function Check
10-20 Vehicle Care Starter Switch Check If the vehicle starts in any other 3. With the engine off, turn the position, contact your dealer for ignition on, but do not start the service. engine. Without applying the WARNING regular brake, try to move the Automatic Transmission shift lever out of P (Park) with When you are doing this...
Page 243: Park Brake And P (Park)
Vehicle Care 10-21 To check the P (Park) Park Brake and P (Park) covered by your warranty. Do not mechanism's holding ability: allow the wiper arm to touch the Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to windshield. P (Park). Then release the To replace the windshield wiper parking brake followed by the WARNING...
Page 244: Headlamp Aiming
10-22 Vehicle Care 3. With the latch open, pull the Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement wiper blade down toward the Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement windshield far enough to release should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on it from the J-hooked end of the page 10 26.
Page 245: Headlamps, Front Turn
Vehicle Care 10-23 Headlamps, Front Turn 3. Pull up on the plastic headlamp retainer and remove it. Signal, Sidemarker, and 4. Pull the headlamp assembly Parking Lamps away from the vehicle and remove the electrical connector. 5. Remove the round dust caps to gain access to the bulbs.
Page 246: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps
10-24 Vehicle Care 12. Push down on the plastic Taillamps, Turn Signal, headlamp retainer to reinstall it. Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps 11. Push the headlamp assembly toward the vehicle. 13. Reinstall the screw from the headlamp assembly. A. Rear Sidemarker Lamp B.
Page 247: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care 10-25 To replace one of these bulbs: License Plate Lamp 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on To replace one of these bulbs: page 2 9. 2. Remove the convenience net (if equipped). Unhook the net from the upper wing nut. 5.
Page 248: Replacement Bulbs
10-26 Vehicle Care Replacement Bulbs Electrical System Headlamp Wiring An electrical overload may cause Exterior Lamp Bulb Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in Number some cases to remain off. Have the Overload Back-Up 921LL headlamp wiring checked right away The vehicle has fuses and circuit if the lamps go on and off or Front Parking/Turn...
Page 249: Fuses And Circuit
Vehicle Care 10-27 Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Breakers Fuse Block The wiring circuits in the vehicle are The engine compartment fuse block protected from short circuits by a is located on the passenger side of combination of fuses and circuit the engine compartment, by the breakers.
Page 250 10-28 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not have all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Fuses Usage A/C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor ABS MTR 1 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Motor 1 ABS MTR 2 ABS Motor 2 AIR PUMP Air Pump AIR SOL Air Injection...
Page 251 Vehicle Care 10-29 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage CHMSL/ Center FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2 LT PARK Driver Side BCK-UP High-Mounted Parking Lamp FOG LAMPS Fog Lamps (If Stoplamp, Equipped) LT SPOT Left Spot Back-up Lamp FSCM Fuel System LT T/SIG Driver Side Turn DISPLAY...
Page 252: Block
10-30 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Relay Usage RVC SEN Regulated REAR Rear Defogger Voltage Control DEFOG Sensor STRTR Starter STRG WHL Steering Wheel Instrument Panel Fuse STRTR Starter Block TRANS Transmission VACUUM/ Vacuum Pump PUMP Wiper The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and Windshield Wiper features shown.
Page 253: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-31 Wheels and Tires Fuses Usage WARNING (Continued) PWR/MIR Power Mirrors Tires and a serious crash. See PWR/SEAT Power Seats Vehicle Load Limits on Every new GM vehicle has page 9 9. PWR/WNDW Power Window high-quality tires made by a Underinflated tires pose Retained leading tire manufacturer.
Page 254: All-Season Tires
10-32 Vehicle Care All-Season Tires Winter Tires WARNING (Continued) This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not, originally, Worn or old tires can all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter cause a crash. If the tread designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased performance on most road surfaces...
Page 255: Summer Tires
Vehicle Care 10-33 Use only radial ply tires of the Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the same size, load range, and Tire Size illustration later in this Useful information about a tire is speed rating as the original section for more detail.
Page 256 10-34 Vehicle Care digits represent the week performance factors: treadwear, (B) Temporary Use Only (01 52) and the last two digits, traction, and temperature compact spare tire or temporary the year. For example, the third resistance. For more information use tire should not be driven at week of the year 2010 would see Uniform Tire Quality speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph).
Page 257: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-35 (D) Maximum Cold Inflation criteria have a TPC specification vehicle tire engineered to Load Limit Maximum load that code molded onto the sidewall. standards set by the U.S. Tire can be carried and the GM's TPC specifications meet or and Rim Association.
Page 258: Tire Terminology And Definitions
10-36 Vehicle Care (E) Rim Diameter Diameter of steering, power brakes, power before a tire has built up heat the wheel in inches. windows, power seats, and air from driving. See Tire Pressure conditioning. on page 10 38. (F) Service Description These characters represent the load Aspect Ratio...
Page 259 Vehicle Care 10-37 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure outward when mounted on a Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits The maximum air pressure to vehicle. The side of the tire that on page 9 9. which a cold tire can be inflated. contains a whitewall, bears The maximum air pressure is white lettering, or bears...
Page 260: Tire Pressure
10-38 Vehicle Care A metal support for a tire UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Vehicle Placard A label and upon which the tire beads Grading Standards) A tire permanently attached to a are seated. information system that vehicle showing the vehicle provides consumers with capacity weight and the original Sidewall...
Page 261 Vehicle Care 10-39 Premature or How the vehicle is loaded Remove the valve cap from the irregular wear. affects vehicle handling and ride tire valve stem. Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to comfort. Never load the vehicle Poor handling.
Page 262: Tire Pressure Monitor
10-40 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or more The TPMS malfunction indicator is of your tires is significantly combined with the low tire pressure System under-inflated. telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for The Tire Pressure Monitor System Accordingly, when the low tire approximately one minute and then...
Page 263: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-41 Federal Communications displays, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5 22 and Tire Commission (FCC) Rules and Messages on page 5 32. with Industry Canada Standards The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when See Radio Frequency Statement on the vehicle is first started, and then page 13 15 for information...
Page 264 10-42 Vehicle Care One or more TPMS sensors are Notice: Tire sealant materials are Some of the conditions that can missing or damaged. The not all the same. A non-approved cause these to come on are: malfunction light and the DIC tire sealant could damage the One of the road tires has been message should go off when the...
Page 265 Vehicle Care 10-43 TPMS Sensor Matching The TPMS sensor matching 6. Proceed to the passenger side process is: front tire, and repeat the Process procedure in Step 5. 1. Set the parking brake. Each TPMS sensor has a unique 7. Proceed to the passenger side identification code.
Page 266: Tire Inspection
10-44 Vehicle Care The tire has a puncture, cut, Tire Inspection rotation, check the wheel or other damage that cannot alignment. See When It Is Time We recommend that the tires, be repaired well because of for New Tires on page 10 45 including the spare tire, if the the size or location of the and Wheel Replacement on...
Page 267: Tires
Vehicle Care 10-45 Adjust the front and rear tires to When It Is Time for New WARNING (Continued) the recommended inflation Tires pressure on the Tire and off and cause an accident. When Factors such as maintenance, Loading Information label after changing a wheel, remove any temperatures, driving speeds, the tires have been rotated.
Page 268: Buying New Tires
10-46 Vehicle Care The rubber in tires ages over time. slow aging. This area should be free GM's exclusive TPC Spec This also applies to the spare tire, of grease, gasoline, or other system considers over a dozen if the vehicle has one, even if it is substances that can deteriorate critical specifications that impact never used.
Page 269 Vehicle Care 10-47 If proper rotation and WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) maintenance have been done, all four tires should wear out at could cause injury or death. after many miles of driving. about the same time. See Tire Only your dealer or authorized A tire and/or wheel could fail Rotation on page 10 44 for tire service center should...
Page 270: Different Size Tires And
10-48 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading Uniform Tire Quality WARNING Information label indicates the Grading original equipment tires on the If different sized wheels are used, Quality grades can be found vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits there may not be an acceptable where applicable on the tire on page 9 9.
Page 271 Vehicle Care 10-49 nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, or to some limited-production tires.
Page 272: Wheel Replacement
10-50 Vehicle Care performance on the laboratory road, the tires and wheels might WARNING need to be rebalanced. See your test wheel than the minimum dealer for proper diagnosis. required by law. Warning: The Using the wrong replacement temperature grade for this tire is wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel Wheel Replacement established for a tire that is...
Page 273: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-51 Used Replacement Wheels If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blow out WARNING parts. The area damaged by the while driving, especially if the tires tire chains could cause loss of are maintained properly.
Page 274 10-52 Vehicle Care WARNING WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) 1. Set the parking brake firmly. Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for permanent damage to the tire. anything else, you or others could 2.
Page 275: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care 10-53 2. Remove the convenience net if the vehicle has one. 3. Remove the spare tire cover. A. Wheel Block B. Flat Tire The following information explains 6. Turn the nut holding the jack how to repair or change a tire. counterclockwise and remove it.
Page 276 10-54 Vehicle Care Or, this vehicle may have steel the cover or lay it face down, as it wheels with plastic covers. could become scratched or damaged. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until the flat tire is repaired or replaced.
Page 277 Vehicle Care 10-55 2. Turn the wheel wrench The front location is about WARNING (Continued) counterclockwise once on each 17.7 cm (7.0 in) from the rear wheel nut to loosen it. Do not edge of the front wheel well. The avoid personal injury and vehicle remove them yet.
Page 278 10-56 Vehicle Care 8. Install the compact spare tire. WARNING (Continued) WARNING off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any Never use oil or grease on bolts rust or dirt from places where the or nuts because the nuts might wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 279 Vehicle Care 10-57 WARNING (Continued) to the proper torque specification after replacing. Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts. See Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications.
Page 280 10-58 Vehicle Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire To store a full-size tire: and Tools 1. Install the tools in their original location in the trunk area and WARNING secure. 2. Place the tire valve stem facing Storing a jack, a tire, or other down and the protector/guide equipment in the passenger placed through a wheel bolt hole...
Page 281 Vehicle Care 10-59 A. Cover A. Retainer B. Retainer B. Full-Size Flat Tire C. Compact Spare Tire C. Protective Guide D. Wing Nut D. Extension Bolt Screw E. Jack E. Wing Nut Wheel Wrench Jack G. Extension Protector G. Wheel Wrench H.
Page 282: Compact Spare Tire
10-60 Vehicle Care Compact Spare Tire Stop as soon as possible and check Notice: When the compact spare that the spare tire is correctly is installed, do not take the If this is a police vehicle, see inflated after being installed on the vehicle through an automatic car "Compact Spare Tire"...
Page 283: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care 10-61 Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps starting. If the other vehicle does could result in costly damage to not have a 12-volt system with a For more information about the the vehicle that would not be negative ground, both vehicles vehicle battery, see Battery on covered by the warranty.
Page 284 10-62 Vehicle Care 6. Do not let the other end of the WARNING WARNING (Continued) red positive (+) cable touch metal. Connect it to the An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that positive (+) terminal of the good when the engine is not running first.
Page 285: Towing
Vehicle Care 10-63 part away from the dead battery, Towing two most common types of but not near engine parts recreational vehicle towing are that move. known as dinghy towing and dolly Towing the Vehicle towing. Dinghy towing is towing the 9.
Page 286 10-64 Vehicle Care Is the vehicle ready to be The vehicle was not designed to be 2. Drive the front wheels onto the towed? Just as preparing the towed with all four wheels on the dolly. vehicle for a long trip, make sure ground.
Page 287: Appearance Care
Vehicle Care 10-65 Appearance Care exceeding 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) If necessary, use non-abrasive can result in damage or removal cleaners that are marked safe for of paint and decals. painted surfaces to remove foreign Exterior Care matter. Rinse the vehicle well, before Washing the Vehicle washing and after, to remove all Occasional hand waxing or mild...
Page 288 10-66 Vehicle Care Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Clean rubber blades using a lint-free Tires Parts cloth or paper towel soaked with Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to windshield washer fluid or a mild Regularly clean bright metal parts clean the tires.
Page 289 Vehicle Care 10-67 and dust. Always wash the check constant velocity joints, material to parts repaired or chrome with soap and water after rubber boots, and axle seals for replaced to restore corrosion exposure. leaks. protection. Notice: To avoid surface damage, Original manufacturer replacement Body Component Lubrication do not use strong soaps,...
Page 290: Interior Care
10-68 Vehicle Care Do not use laundry detergents or Interior Care Cleaners should be removed dishwashing soaps with quickly. Never allow cleaners to To prevent dirt particle abrasions, degreasers. For liquid cleaners, remain on the surface being regularly clean the vehicle's interior. use approximately 20 drops per cleaned for extended periods Immediately remove any soils.
Page 291 Vehicle Care 10-69 Notice: To prevent scratching, Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the never use abrasive cleaners on soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface automotive glass. Abrasive center. Fold the cleaning cloth to using a soft brush attachment.
Page 292 10-70 Vehicle Care Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, Do not use cleaners that increase gloss, especially on the instrument and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, & Other Plastic Surfaces panel. Reflected glare can decrease Radio Displays Use a soft microfiber cloth visibility through the windshield dampened with water to remove For vehicles with high gloss...
Page 293: Floor Mats
Vehicle Care 10-71 Care of Safety Belts Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the proper floor mat usage. Floor Mat Keep belts clean and dry. The original equipment floor mats were designed for your WARNING vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended Do not bleach or dye safety belts.
Page 294 10-72 Vehicle Care NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 295: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil Maintenance Your vehicle is an important changes and tire rotations and investment. This section describes additional maintenance items like the required maintenance for the tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper vehicle.
Page 296 11-2 Service and Maintenance Because of the way people use The Additional Required Services Refer to the information in the vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Severe are for vehicles that are: Maintenance Schedule Additional There may need to be more Required Services Severe chart. Mainly driven in heavy city traffic frequent checks and services.
Page 297: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km/ Schedule When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL 7,500 mi SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within Owner Checks and Services Rotate the tires, if recommended for the next 1 000 km/600 mi.
Page 298 11-4 Service and Maintenance Check tire inflation pressures. Visually inspect fuel system for Check parking brake and See Tire Pressure on damage or leaks. automatic transmission park page 10 38. mechanism. See Park Brake and Visually inspect exhaust system P (Park) Mechanism Check on Inspect tire wear.
Page 299 Service and Maintenance 11-5 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 300 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (3) Or every four years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. Services Normal (4) Or every five years, whichever (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first. See Cooling System on comes first. More frequent page 10 11.
Page 301 Service and Maintenance 11-7 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 302: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (3) Or every four years, whichever Special Application Schedule Additional Required comes first. Services Services Severe (4) Or every five years, whichever (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first. See Cooling System on Severe Commercial Use comes first.
Page 303: And Care
Service and Maintenance 11-9 To avoid break-down or failure to Trained dealer technicians have Additional start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Maintenance and Care battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts Trained dealer technicians have Your vehicle is an important engineered for the vehicle.
Page 304 11-10 Service and Maintenance Lamps the shocks and struts for signs Vehicle Care of leaking, blown seals, Properly working headlamps, To help keep the vehicle looking like or damage, and can advise taillamps, and brake lamps are new, vehicle care products are when service is needed.
Page 305 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Windshield Wiper Blades For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to clean and clear. provide a clear view. Signs of damage include Signs of wear include streaking, scratches, cracks, and chips.
Page 306: Lubricants, And Parts
11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
Page 307: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481). Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Page 308: Maintenance Records
11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records 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. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 309 Service and Maintenance 11-15 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 310 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 311: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 312: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood.
Page 313 Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3.6L V6 Automatic 1.10 mm (0.043 in) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 314 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 315: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-13...
Page 316 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be...
Page 317: Customer Assistance
Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
Page 318: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Online Owner Experience 1-800-263-3777 (English) (U.S.) my.chevrolet.com 1-800-263-7854 (French) (Warranty Tracking 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Information): Track the vehicle s The Chevrolet online owner Telephone devices (TTYs)) warranty information. experience is a one-stop resource Roadside Assistance: that allows interaction with (Recall Information): View...
Page 319: Program
GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call (Canada) chevroletowner.ca Reimbursement Program 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help Roadside Assistance representatives.
Page 320 Road or Highway: Tow to the the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. driven on a non-public road or nearest Chevrolet dealer for Chevrolet and General Motors of highway. warranty service, or if the vehicle Canada Limited reserve the right to was in a crash and cannot be...
Page 321: Program
Customer Information 13-7 restricted. Propane and other after sending the original receipt If your dealer requests you to bring fuels are not provided through to Roadside Assistance. the vehicle for service, you are this service. Mechanical failures may be urged to do so as early in the work covered, however any cost for day as possible to allow for Lock-Out Service: Vehicle...
Page 322 13-8 Customer Information Owner Assistance Information Public Transportation or Fuel Rental reimbursement will be limited Reimbursement furnished with each new vehicle and must be supported by original provides detailed warranty coverage receipts. This requires that you sign If the vehicle requires overnight information.
Page 323: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-9 General Motors reserves the right to ensure that the vehicle's designed corrosion problems, and may not unilaterally modify, change, appearance, durability, and safety perform properly in subsequent or discontinue Courtesy are preserved. The use of Genuine collisions. Aftermarket parts are not Transportation at any time and to GM parts can help maintain the GM covered by the GM New Vehicle...
Page 324 13-10 Customer Information Vehicle Identification Many insurance policies provide If a Crash Occurs Number (VIN). reduced protection to the GM If there has been an injury, call vehicle by limiting compensation for Insurance company and policy emergency services for help. Do not damage repairs by using number.
Page 325: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Information 13-11 original GM parts. Remember, Service Publications Owner Information recycled parts will not be covered by Ordering Information Owner publications are written the GM vehicle warranty. specifically for owners and intended Service Manuals Insurance pays the bill for the repair, to provide basic operational but you must live with the repair.
Page 326: Reporting Safety Defects
13-12 Customer Information Current and Past Models Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual Technical Service Bulletins and Defects problems between you, your Manuals are available for current dealer, or General Motors. and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects To contact NHTSA, you may call ORDER TOLL FREE: to the United States...
Page 327: Government
Transport Canada Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: about the vehicle s performance and immediately, and notify General Chevrolet Motor Division how it is driven. For example, the Motors of Canada Limited. Call Chevrolet Customer Assistance vehicle uses computer modules to...
Page 328: Event Data Recorders
13-14 Customer Information Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a GM will not access this data or better understanding of the share it with others except: with the This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, event data recorder (EDR).
Page 329: Onstar
Customer Information 13-15 ® OnStar Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement If the vehicle is equipped with ® OnStar and has an active RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that subscription, additional data may be vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that collected through the OnStar...
Page 330 13-16 Customer Information NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 331: Onstar Services
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Press Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. OnStar Services Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency .
Page 332: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar Press the OnStar Emergency OnStar Services equipped with automatic door locks, and can help police locate the button to get a priority vehicle if it is stolen. connection to an Emergency Emergency Advisor available 24/7 to: Navigation With Automatic Crash Response, Get help for an emergency.
Page 333: Connections
OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands 2. Say Repeat. System responds Destination Download: Press with the last direction given, then During a Planned Route then request the Advisor to responds with OnStar ready, download directions to the Cancel Route then a tone. navigation system in the vehicle.
Page 334 14-4 OnStar 2. Say Call. System responds: End a Call Place a Call Using a Stored Please say the name or number Number Press . System responds: Call to call. ended. 1. Press . System responds: 3. Say the entire number without OnStar ready.
Page 335: Diagnostics
OnStar 14-5 Diagnostics OnStar Additional Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling perform a vehicle check every are available on most vehicles. Not Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, all OnStar services are available transmission, antilock brakes, and everywhere or on all vehicles.
Page 336 14-6 OnStar network capacity, reception, and Services for People with OnStar.com technology compatible with OnStar Disabilities The website provides access to service. Service involving location account information, manages the Advisors provide services to help information about the vehicle cannot OnStar subscription, and allows subscribers with physical disabilities work unless GPS signals are viewing of videos of each service.
Page 337 OnStar 14-7 Warranty Global Positioning Cellular and GPS Antennas System (GPS) OnStar equipment may be Avoid placing items over or near the warranted as part of the New antenna to prevent blocking cellular Obstruction of the GPS can Vehicle Limited Warranty. The and GPS signal reception.
Page 338 14-8 OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment The OnStar system is integrated into the electrical architecture of the vehicle. Do not add any electrical equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment on page 9 41. Added electrical equipment may interfere with the operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not operate.
Page 339 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care What Will You See after an Exterior ..... 10-65 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-23 Interior .
Page 340 INDEX Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Cautions, Danger, and Headlamps, Front Turn Warnings ......iv Battery ..... . . 10-19 Signal, Sidemarker, and CD Player .
Page 341 INDEX Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Cupholders ..... 4-1 Diagnostics ® Air Conditioning ....8-1 Customer Assistance .
Page 342 INDEX Engine (cont'd) Coolant ..... .10-11 E85 Fuel ..... . . 9-33 Filter, Coolant Temperature Electrical Equipment,...
Page 343 INDEX Fuel (cont'd) Gauges (cont'd) Headlamps (cont'd) Filling the Tank ....9-34 Speedometer ....5-10 Headlamps, Front Turn Foreign Countries .
Page 344 INDEX Infants and Young Children, Lamps (cont'd) Lights Restraints ....3-34 Malfunction Indicator ..5-14 Airbag Readiness .
Page 345 INDEX Lower Anchors and Tethers Messages (cont'd) for Children (LATCH Ride Control System ..5-30 Odometer ..... . 5-10 System) .
Page 346 INDEX Outlets Perchlorate Materials Power ......5-7 Requirements, California ..10-3 Radio Frequency Overheated Engine Personalization Identification (RFID) .
Page 347: Retained Accessory
INDEX Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Roadside Assistance Safety Locks ....2-8 System ......2-2 Program .
Page 348 i-10 INDEX Service (cont'd) Speedometer ....5-10 Maintenance Records ..11-14 Start Vehicle, Remote ..2-4 Tachometer .
Page 349 INDEX i-11 Tires (cont'd) Transportation Program, Vehicle (cont'd) Uniform Tire Quality Courtesy ..... 13-7 Load Limits ....9-9 Grading .
Page 350 i-12 INDEX Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ....10-50 Different Size ....10-48 Replacement .

Chevrolet Impala 2013 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

3-1 Seats and

Instruments and Controls

Lighting

Infotainment System Introduction

Driving and Operating 9-1 Driving and Operating

Vehicle Care

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