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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2015 Chevrolet Impala Limited Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
  • Page 4 2015 Chevrolet Impala Limited Owner Manual Towing ..... . 10-64 OnStar ..... . . 14-1 Appearance Care .
  • Page 5: Using This Manual

    Index in the Warning indicates a hazard that to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, back of the manual. It is an could result in injury or death. the CHEVROLET Emblem, IMPALA,...
  • Page 6: Vehicle Symbol Chart

    Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : LATCH System Child Restraints Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle : Malfunction Indicator Lamp and what they mean. For more : Oil Pressure information on the symbol, refer to the Index.
  • Page 7 In Brief In Brief Portable Audio Devices ..1-15 ® Bluetooth ....1-15 Steering Wheel Controls ..1-15 Cruise Control .
  • Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel...
  • Page 9: Initial Drive Information

    In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-4. 12. Steering Wheel Adjustment on Initial Drive page 5-2. 2. Remote Trunk Release Button. Information See Trunk on page 2-9. 13. Cruise Control on page 9-28. This section provides a brief 3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and 14.
  • 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: Trunk Release

    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 driver door or the Remote System Operation on page 2-3.
  • Page 12: Seat Adjustment

    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: Safety Belts

    In Brief Manual Lumbar The vehicle also has an under seat Safety Belts storage area. See Rear Seats (Split Folding) on page 3-7. Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary...
  • 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: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    In Brief Interior Mirror Steering Wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjustment Adjust the rearview mirror to clearly view the area behind the vehicle. Interior Lighting Manual Rearview Mirror Dome Lamp If equipped, push the tab forward for The center mounted dome lamp daytime use or pull it rearward for overhead comes on when a door is...
  • Page 16: Exterior Lighting

    1-10 In Brief Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/ Map Lamps : Turns off the automatic Automatic Headlamp System on headlamps and Daytime Running The vehicle has map lamps on the page 6-2 Lamps (DRL). Turning the headlamp rearview mirror. Press the button Fog Lamps on page 6-4 control to the off position again will near each lamp to turn the map...
  • Page 17: Climate Controls

    In Brief 1-11 Climate Controls : Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less This vehicle may have a dual or single climate control system. The heating, frequent wipes. cooling, defrost, defog, and ventilation can be controlled with either of these : Slow wipes.
  • Page 18 1-12 In Brief Single Zone 1. Fan Control 6. Air Conditioning 2. Outside Air 7. Rear Window Defogger 3. Temperature Control See Climate Control Systems on page 8-1. 4. Recirculation 5. Air Delivery Mode Control...
  • Page 19 In Brief 1-13 Vehicle Features : Press to turn the system on and off. Turn to increase or Radio(s) decrease the volume. BAND: Press to choose between ® FM1, FM2, AM, or SiriusXM equipped) on the Radio with CD (Base). : Select radio stations.
  • Page 20: Satellite Radio

    1-14 In Brief Storing a Favorite Station Setting the Clock For detailed instructions on setting the clock for your specific audio Depending on which radio the To set the time for the Radio with system, see Clock on page 5-6. vehicle has, radio stations are CD (Base): stored as either favorites or presets.
  • Page 21: Portable Audio Devices

    In Brief 1-15 Portable Audio Devices Steering Wheel Controls : Press to go to the previous radio station stored as a This vehicle may have an auxiliary favorite, the next track if a CD is input jack on the audio faceplate. playing, reject an incoming call, ®...
  • Page 22: Cruise Control

    1-16 In Brief Cruise Control SET : Press briefly to set the Remove the cover to access and speed and activate cruise control. replace when not in use. If cruise control is already active, See Power Outlets on page 5-7. use to decrease vehicle speed.
  • Page 23: Performance And Maintenance

    In Brief 1-17 Press and release the TCS/ESC Read the instructions completely Performance and before attempting to program the button again to turn on Maintenance transmitter. Because of the steps traction control. involved, it may be helpful to have To turn off both TCS and ESC, another person assist with Traction Control/ press and hold the TCS/ESC...
  • Page 24: E85 Or Flexfuel

    1-18 In Brief The TPMS does not replace normal E85 or FlexFuel monthly tire maintenance. Maintain Vehicles with a yellow fuel cap can the correct tire pressures. use either unleaded gasoline or See Tire Pressure Monitor System ethanol fuel containing up to 85% on page 10-41.
  • Page 25: Roadside Assistance Program

    See OnStar Overview Follow recommended scheduled on page 14-1. maintenance. Roadside Assistance Program U.S.: 1-800-243-8872 TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438 Canada: 1-800-268-6800 As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program.
  • Page 26 1-20 In Brief NOTES...
  • Page 27: Keys, Doors, And

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-13 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-14 Keys Heated Mirrors .
  • Page 28 Keys, Doors, and Windows The combination and size of the Warning (Continued) rings that came with your keys were specifically selected for your the engine will shut off, braking vehicle. The rings are connected to and steering power assist may be the key like two links of a chain to impacted, and airbags may not reduce the risk of unintentionally...
  • Page 29: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation

    Keys, Doors, and Windows The key can be used for the ignition If there is a decrease in the RKE and the driver door. If the vehicle is operating range: a taxi model, the key can also be Check the distance. The used in the trunk.
  • Page 30 Keys, Doors, and Windows Each vehicle can have up to eight when is pressed again within (Vehicle Locator/Panic transmitters programmed to it. See Alarm): Press and release to five seconds. See Vehicle your dealer to program new locate the vehicle. The turn signal Personalization on page 5-33.
  • Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Insert the new battery, positive doing so. Check local regulations for side facing down. Replace with a any requirements on remote starting CR2032 or equivalent battery. of vehicles. Do not use the remote start feature 4.
  • Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows After entering the vehicle during a See Ignition Positions on page 9-13 2. Press and release , then remote start, insert and turn the key for information regarding the ignition immediately press and hold to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. positions on your vehicle.
  • Page 33: Power Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Locks Power Door Locks Warning (Continued) Warning injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the Unlocked doors can be vehicle whenever leaving it. dangerous. Outsiders can easily enter Passengers, especially through an unlocked door children, can easily open the when you slow down or stop doors and fall out of a moving...
  • Page 34: Delayed Locking

    Keys, Doors, and Windows to unlock the doors when the Personal Choice Programming settings. For programming system is armed. See Vehicle Alarm information, see Vehicle The delayed locking feature can be System on page 2-11. Personalization on page 5-33. turned on or off, using the Driver Information Center (DIC) to program Delayed Locking Lockout Protection...
  • Page 35 Keys, Doors, and Windows To assist in finding the lock, the To open a rear door when the Doors vehicle has the following: security lock is on, do the following: 1. Unlock the door by using the Trunk Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if the vehicle has Warning one, by pressing the power door...
  • Page 36 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Trunk Release Emergency Trunk Release Warning (Continued) Handle Adjust the Climate Control Caution system to a setting that brings in only outside air and Do not use the emergency trunk set the fan speed to the release handle as a tie-down or highest setting.
  • Page 37: Vehicle Security

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 glow following exposure to light. Pull Vehicle Security incorrect key. The horn will sound the release handle to open the trunk and the turn signal lamps will flash This vehicle has theft-deterrent from the inside. for about 30 seconds.
  • Page 38: Immobilizer Operation

    2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Arming with the RKE Immobilizer Operation vehicle will be discouraged because of the high number of electrical key Transmitter ® This vehicle has PASS-Key III+ codes. The alarm system will arm when the (Personalized Automotive Security If the engine does not start and the RKE transmitter is used to lock the System) theft-deterrent system.
  • Page 39: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 following procedure is for 4. Insert the new key to be Exterior Mirrors programming additional keys only. programmed and turn it to the If all the currently programmed keys ON/RUN position within Convex Mirrors are lost or do not operate, you must five seconds of turning the see your dealer or a locksmith who ignition to the LOCK/OFF...
  • Page 40: Power Mirrors

    2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Mirrors 3. Adjust each outside mirror so Interior Mirrors that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen. Interior Rearview Mirrors Keep the selector switch in the Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear center position when not adjusting view of the area behind your either outside mirror.
  • Page 41: Power 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: Sun Visors

    2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows desired level. To raise the window, normal window operation. A red bar Roof pull up and hold the front of the on the right side of the switch switch. indicates that the lockout is off. Sunroof Express-Down Window Sun Visors...
  • Page 43 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 plug the water drainage system. (Vent/Express-Open): Press this Periodically open the sunroof and switch once to vent the sunroof remove any obstacles or loose when it is closed. When using the debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and vent, the sunshade should be fully roof sealing area using a clean opened.
  • Page 44 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES...
  • Page 45 Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belt Use During Adding Equipment to the Pregnancy ....3-14 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-28 Restraints Lap Belt .
  • Page 46: Seats And Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant's Warning head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. With head restraints that are not Front Seats installed and adjusted properly,...
  • Page 47: Seat Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Front Seats To adjust the seat: 1. Lift the bar under the front edge The vehicle's rear seat has head Seat Adjustment of the seat cushion to unlock restraints in the outboard seating the seat. positions that cannot be adjusted.
  • Page 48: Power Seat Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints The vehicle may have a front center To adjust a power seat, if equipped: Lumbar Adjustment seat. There are cupholders on the Move the seat forward or Manual Lumbar underside of the seat cushion. To rearward by sliding the control use them, flip the seat cushion forward or rearward.
  • Page 49: Reclining Seatbacks

    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: Heated Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints 2. Push and pull on the seatback to Heated Front Seats make sure it is locked. Warning Power Reclining Seatbacks If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater,...
  • Page 51: Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints The passenger seat may take Rear Seats longer to heat up. The heated seats are canceled Rear Seats (Split Folding) each time the ignition is turned off. Flip and Fold Feature To use this feature after restarting the vehicle, press the desired button On vehicles with this feature, the again.
  • Page 52 Seats and Restraints 3. Flip the bottom seat cushion Warning (Continued) back into place. Push down firmly on the seat cushion to Always push and pull on the make sure it is secure. seatbacks to be sure they are When the seat is not in use, the locked.
  • Page 53: Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work Warning (Continued) This section of the manual are more likely to be seriously describes how to use safety belts injured or killed. Do not allow properly. It also describes some passengers to ride in any area of things not to do with safety belts.
  • Page 54: How To Wear Safety Belts

    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 have a lap-shoulder belt except for able to take belt restraining 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: Safety Belt Use During

    3-14 Seats and Restraints probably other new parts for the Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is vehicle's safety belt system. See to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy Replacing Safety Belt System Parts belt is worn properly, it is more likely after a Crash on page 3-16.
  • Page 59: Safety Belt Extender

    Seats and Restraints 3-15 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. To help avoid personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit.
  • Page 60: Safety Belt Care

    3-16 Seats and Restraints crash. They can rip apart under Replacing Safety Belt See your dealer to have the safety impact forces. If a belt is torn or belt assemblies inspected or System Parts after a frayed, get a new one right away. replaced.
  • Page 61: Airbag System

    Seats and Restraints 3-17 Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word Here are the most important things AIRBAG is on the center of the to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following steering wheel for the driver and on airbags: the instrument panel for the front Warning...
  • Page 62: Where Are The Airbags

    3-18 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? 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 63 Seats and Restraints 3-19 Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger The front outboard passenger Side Similar Side Similar frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. The seat-mounted side impact The roof-rail airbags for the driver, airbags for the driver and front front outboard passenger, and outboard passenger are in the side...
  • Page 64: When Should An Airbag

    3-20 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the Warning (Continued) direction of the impact, and how Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. that person causing severe injury This vehicle is equipped with Frontal airbags may inflate at or even death.
  • Page 65: What Makes An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints 3-21 A seat-mounted side impact airbag For airbag locations, see Where Are What Will You See after is designed to inflate on the side of the Airbags? on page 3-18. an Airbag Inflates? the vehicle that is struck. How Does an Airbag After the frontal airbags and Roof-rail airbags are designed to...
  • Page 66 3-22 Seats and Restraints threshold. You can lock the doors, Additional windshield breakage may Warning and turn off the interior lamps, and also occur from the front outboard turn off the hazard warning flashers passenger airbag. When an airbag inflates, there by using the controls for those Airbags are designed to inflate may be dust in the air.
  • Page 67: Passenger Sensing

    Seats and Restraints 3-23 an airbag system will not work certain conditions. No other airbag properly. See your dealer for is affected by the passenger service. sensing system. The passenger sensing system Passenger Sensing works with sensors that are part of System the front outboard passenger seat.
  • Page 68 3-24 Seats and Restraints There is a critical problem with Warning Warning (Continued) 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 front or killed if the passenger frontal...
  • Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3-25 person's seating posture and body If the On Indicator is Lit for a 4. Reinstall the child restraint build. Everyone in the vehicle who following the directions provided Child Restraint has outgrown child restraints should by the child restraint The passenger sensing system is wear a safety belt manufacturer and refer to...
  • Page 70 3-26 Seats and Restraints 6. Restart the vehicle. If a person of adult-size is sitting in Warning the front outboard passenger seat, The passenger sensing system may but the off indicator is lit, it could be or may not turn off the airbags for a If the front outboard passenger because that person is not sitting child in a child restraint depending...
  • Page 71 Seats and Restraints 3-27 Liquid pooled on the seat that A thick layer of additional material, Warning has not soaked in may make it such as a blanket or cushion, more likely that the passenger or aftermarket equipment such as Stowing of articles under the sensing system will turn on the seat covers, seat heaters, and seat...
  • Page 72: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

    3-28 Seats and Restraints diagnostic module, steering wheel, deployment of the passenger Warning instrument panel, any of the airbag airbag(s) or prevent the passenger modules, ceiling or pillar garnish sensing system from properly For up to 10 seconds after the trim, front sensors, side impact turning off the passenger airbag(s).
  • Page 73: Replacing Airbag System Parts After A Crash

    Seats and Restraints 3-29 Child Restraints Caution Warning (Continued) Older Children If an airbag covering is damaged, protect you and your opened, or broken, the airbag passenger(s) in a crash, resulting may not work properly. Do not in serious injury or even death. To open or break the airbag help make sure the airbag coverings.
  • Page 74 3-30 Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be The manufacturer instructions that Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the Guides under Lap-Shoulder Belt on trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that page 3-11.
  • Page 75: Infants And Young

    Seats and Restraints 3-31 Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Children belt. The belt force would then be Everyone in a vehicle needs applied right on the abdomen. protection! This includes infants and That could cause serious or fatal all other children. Neither the injuries.
  • Page 76 3-32 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning the way back into the retractor, Never hold an infant or a child but it cannot do this if it is while riding in a vehicle. Due to wrapped around a child s neck. crash forces, an infant or a child If the shoulder belt is locked and will become so heavy it is not...
  • Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-33 weight, height, and age but also Warning (Continued) Warning whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor the front outboard seat, always To reduce the risk of neck and vehicle in which it will be used. move the front passenger seat as head injury during a crash, infants For most basic types of child...
  • Page 78: Child Restraint Systems

    3-34 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Warning (Continued) any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints.
  • Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3-35 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 80: Where To Put The Restraint

    3-36 Seats and Restraints Administration (NHTSA) website to Whenever possible, children age Warning (Continued) locate the nearest child safety seat 12 and under should be secured in inspection station. For CPST a rear seating position. system is fail-safe. No one can availability in Canada, check with Never put a rear-facing child seat in guarantee that an airbag will not...
  • Page 81: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children

    Seats and Restraints 3-37 assemblies or LATCH anchors for vehicle. The LATCH system is Warning additional passengers or child designed to make installation of a restraints. Adjacent seating child restraint easier. A child in a child restraint in the positions should not be used if the In order to use the LATCH system in center front seat can be badly child restraint prevents access to or...
  • Page 82 3-38 Seats and Restraints Make sure to follow the instructions Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor that came with the child restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint.
  • Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-39 The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether To assist in locating the lower single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). anchors, each seating position with Anchor Locations Either will have a single lower anchors has two labels, near attachment (2) to secure the top the crease between the seatback...
  • Page 84: System

    3-40 Seats and Restraints The top tether anchors are under Securing a Child Restraint Warning the covers on the rear seatback filler Designed for the LATCH panel. Be sure to use an anchor on System To reduce the risk of serious or the same side of the vehicle as the fatal injuries during a crash, do seating position where the child...
  • Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-41 1. Attach and tighten the lower Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) attachments to the lower anchors. If the child restraint the way back into the retractor, damage these parts. If necessary, does not have lower but it cannot do this if it is move buckled safety belts to attachments or the desired wrapped around a child s neck.
  • Page 86 3-42 Seats and Restraints 2. If the child restraint manufacturer If the position you are using If the position you are using recommends that the top tether has a fixed headrest and has a fixed headrest and be attached, attach and tighten you are using a single you are using a dual tether, the top tether to the top tether...
  • Page 87: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash

    Seats and Restraints 3-43 If you are using a single more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of New parts and repairs may be tether in the center seating movement, for proper necessary even if the LATCH position without a headrest, installation.
  • Page 88 3-44 Seats and Restraints that the top tether be anchored, or if around the restraint. The child the instructions that come with the restraint instructions will show child restraint say that the top strap you how. must be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached.
  • Page 89: Securing Child Restraints

    Seats and Restraints 3-45 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Center Front Seat) manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top Warning tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH A child in a child restraint in the System) on page 3-37 for more center front seat can be badly...
  • Page 90 3-46 Seats and Restraints In addition, the vehicle has a Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the front injured or killed if the front See Passenger Sensing System outboard passenger frontal airbag outboard passenger frontal airbag on page 3-23 for additional under certain conditions.
  • Page 91 Seats and Restraints 3-47 When using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position, follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and the following instructions: 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint.
  • Page 92 3-48 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side-to-side and back-and-forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement.
  • Page 93: Storage Compartments

    Storage Storage Storage Rear Storage Compartments For vehicles with a split folding rear seat, there are two storage areas Storage Compartments underneath. Pull the tab(s) located Glove Box Glove Box ....4-1 by the passenger side safety belt Cupholders .
  • Page 94: 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.
  • Page 95 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Passenger Airbag Status Vehicle Messages Indicator ....5-14 Vehicle Messages ... 5-26 Controls Charging System Light .
  • Page 96: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Controls 3. Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place. Universal Remote System . . . 5-39 Universal Remote System Steering Wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel Programming ....5-39 while driving.
  • Page 97: Horn

    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 98: Compass

    Instruments and Controls ACCESSORY or ON/RUN for this to Compass To adjust for compass variance, use work. See Washer Fluid on the following procedure: This vehicle may have a compass in page 10-17. Compass Variance (Zone) the Driver Information Center (DIC). Procedure Warning Compass Zone...
  • Page 99 Instruments and Controls 2. Find the vehicle's current from tall buildings, utility wires, To calibrate the compass, use the location and variance zone manhole covers, or other industrial following procedure: number on the map. structures, if possible. Compass Calibration Procedure If CAL should ever appear in the Zones 1 through 15 are 1.
  • Page 100: 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 101: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls Press REV. Power Outlets Remove the cover to access and replace when not in use. The date does not automatically The vehicle has three 12-volt outlets display. To see the date press the which can be used to plug in Warning electrical equipment, such as a cell button while the radio is on.
  • Page 102: Cigarette Lighter

    Instruments and Controls Certain accessory plugs may not be Caution Caution compatible with the accessory power outlet and could overload Hanging heavy equipment from Holding a cigarette lighter in while vehicle and adapter fuses. If a the power outlet can cause it is heating does not let the problem is experienced, see your damage not covered by the...
  • Page 103: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators...
  • Page 104: Instrument Cluster

    5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Uplevel Shown, Base and Metric Similar...
  • Page 105: Speedometer

    Instruments and Controls 5-11 Speedometer Tachometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer shows the vehicle The tachometer displays the engine speed in kilometers per hour (km/h) speed in revolutions per and miles per hour (mph). minute (rpm). Odometer Caution The odometer shows how far the If the engine is operated with the vehicle has been driven in rpm s in the warning area at the...
  • Page 106: Engine Coolant Temperature

    5-12 Instruments and Controls 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 107: Safety Belt Reminders

    Instruments and Controls 5-13 Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder on if an object is put on the seat There is a passenger safety belt Light such as a briefcase, handbag, reminder light near the passenger...
  • Page 108: Passenger Airbag Status

    5-14 Instruments and Controls The airbag readiness light comes on Passenger Airbag Status as a system check. Then, after for several seconds when the several more seconds, the status Indicator vehicle is started. If the light does indicator will light either ON or OFF, not come on then, have it fixed or either the on or off symbol to let The vehicle has the passenger...
  • Page 109: Charging System Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-15 If it does not, have the vehicle are at acceptable levels, helping to Warning serviced by your dealer. maintain a clean environment. The malfunction indicator lamp comes The light should go out once the If the airbag readiness light ever on when the vehicle is placed in engine starts.
  • Page 110 5-16 Instruments and Controls Avoid hard accelerations. assists the service technician in Caution (Continued) correctly diagnosing any Avoid steep uphill grades. malfunction. (TPC) can affect the vehicle's If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as emission controls and can cause Caution soon as it is possible.
  • Page 111 Instruments and Controls 5-17 been left off or improperly diagnostic tools to fix any The vehicle may not pass installed. A loose or missing fuel mechanical or electrical problems inspection if: cap could allow fuel to evaporate that might have developed. The malfunction indicator lamp is into the atmosphere.
  • Page 112: Brake System Warning

    5-18 Instruments and Controls inspection for lack of OBD II system This light should come on briefly Warning readiness, your dealer can prepare when the engine is started. If it does the vehicle for inspection. not come on then, have it fixed so it The brake system might not be will be ready to warn if there is a working properly if the brake...
  • Page 113: Electronic Stability Control

    Instruments and Controls 5-19 If the light does not come on, have it Electronic Stability Electronic Stability fixed so it will be ready to warn if Control (ESC) Off Light Control (ESC)/Traction there is a problem. Control System (TCS) If the ABS light stays on, turn the Indicator/Warning Light ignition off.
  • Page 114: Engine Coolant Temperature

    5-20 Instruments and Controls If the indicator/warning light is on Tire Pressure Light Caution and flashing, the TCS and/or the StabiliTrak system is actively The engine coolant temperature working. warning light indicates that the See Traction Control/Electronic vehicle has overheated. Driving Stability Control on page 9-26.
  • Page 115: Engine Oil Pressure Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-21 When the Light Flashes First and The security light should come on Then Is On Steady briefly as the engine is started. If the system is working normally, the If the light flashes for about a minute indicator light turns off.
  • Page 116: High-Beam On Light

    5-22 Instruments and Controls High-Beam On Light The light goes out when the fog Information Displays lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 6-4 for more Driver Information information. Center (DIC) Cruise Control Light Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC).
  • Page 117 Instruments and Controls 5-23 If equipped, the DIC also displays DIC Buttons (Vehicle Information): Press the compass direction and the this button to display the oil life, outside air temperature when units, tire pressure readings, and viewing the trip and fuel information. compass zone and compass The compass direction appears on calibration on vehicles with this...
  • Page 118 5-24 Instruments and Controls Trip A and Trip B and the vehicle was moving. Once The fuel range estimate is based on the vehicle begins moving, the trip an average of the vehicle's fuel Press the trip/fuel button until odometer will accumulate mileage. economy over recent driving history TRIP A or TRIP B displays.
  • Page 119 Instruments and Controls 5-25 number is calculated based on the reset the value, press and hold the See Engine Oil Messages on number of mpg (L/100 km) recorded set/reset button. The display will page 5-28. You should change the since the last time this menu item return to zero.
  • Page 120: Vehicle Messages

    5-26 Instruments and Controls press the set/reset button to select If the tire pressure display shows Vehicle Messages between ENGLISH or METRIC dashes instead of a value, there Messages are displayed on the DIC units. may be a problem with your vehicle. to notify the driver that the status of If this consistently occurs, see your Tire Pressure...
  • Page 121: Battery Voltage And Charging

    Instruments and Controls 5-27 Battery Voltage and battery. Turn off all unnecessary HOOD OPEN accessories. Stop and turn off the Charging Messages If your vehicle has the remote start vehicle as soon as it is safe to do feature, this message displays when so.
  • Page 122: Engine Cooling System

    5-28 Instruments and Controls TRUNK OPEN ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE Engine Oil Messages ENGINE This message displays when the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON trunk is not closed completely. Make This message displays when the This message displays when sure that the trunk is closed engine coolant temperature is too service is required for the vehicle.
  • Page 123: Engine Power Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-29 OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP vehicle may be driven at a reduced Key and Lock Messages speed while this message is on, but ENGINE REPLACE BATTERY IN acceleration and speed may be This message displays when the reduced.
  • Page 124: Ride Control System

    5-30 Instruments and Controls TURN SIGNAL ON instrument cluster. See Traction cluster. See Electronic Stability Control/Electronic Stability Control Control (ESC)/Traction Control This message displays as a on page 9-26 and Electronic System (TCS) Indicator/Warning reminder to turn off the turn signal if Stability Control (ESC)/Traction Light on page 5-19.
  • Page 125: Airbag System Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-31 The battery is low. STABILITRAK OFF protecting the vehicle. The vehicle usually restarts; however, you may TRACTION CONTROL ON If your vehicle has Electronic want to take the vehicle to your Stability Control (ESC), this If your vehicle has the Traction dealer before turning off the engine.
  • Page 126: Tire Messages

    5-32 Instruments and Controls message is displayed, you may Tire Messages See Tire Inspection on page 10-45, notice that the effort required to Tire Rotation on page 10-45, Tire SERVICE TIRE MONITOR steer the vehicle increases or feels Pressure Monitor System on heavier, but you will still be able to SYSTEM page 10-41, and Tire Pressure on...
  • Page 127: Transmission Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-33 Loading Information label. See Tires Vehicle Reminder Vehicle on page 10-32, Vehicle Load Limits Messages Personalization on page 9-9, and Tire Pressure on page 10-40. The DIC also shows ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE Your vehicle has customization the tire pressure values.
  • Page 128 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 129 Instruments and Controls 5-35 automatically unlock. See NO CHANGE: No change will be Press the customization button until Programmable Automatic Door made to this feature. The current REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on Unlock under Automatic Door setting will remain. the DIC display. Press the set/reset Locks on page 2-8 for more button once to access the settings To select a setting, press the set/...
  • Page 130 5-36 Instruments and Controls To select a setting, press the set/ LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior switch twice or the lock button on reset button while the desired lamps will flash when you press the the RKE transmitter twice. See setting is displayed on the DIC.
  • Page 131 Instruments and Controls 5-37 is dark enough outside. This APPROACH LIGHTING See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) happens after the key is turned from System Operation on page 2-3 for This feature allows you to select ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF. more information. whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light Press the customization button until...
  • Page 132 5-38 Instruments and Controls NO CHANGE: No change will be Press the customization button until Press the customization button until made to this feature. The current REMOTE START appears on the FACTORY SETTINGS appears on setting will remain. DIC display. Press the set/reset the DIC display.
  • Page 133: Universal Remote System Programming

    Instruments and Controls 5-39 If you do not exit, pressing the Universal Remote devices such as garage door customization button again will openers, security systems, and System return you to the beginning of the home automation devices. FEATURE SETTINGS menu. See Radio Frequency Statement on Do not use this system with any page 13-12.
  • Page 134 5-40 Instruments and Controls Park the vehicle outside of the garage when programming a garage door. Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate that is being programmed. Programming Universal Home Remote Rolling Code For questions or help programming the Universal Home Remote 2.
  • Page 135 Instruments and Controls 5-41 should slowly blink. This button Programming Universal Home may need to be held for up to Remote Fixed Code 20 seconds. For questions or help programming 4. Immediately, within one second, the Universal Home Remote release the button when the System, call 1-866-572-2728 or go garage door moves.
  • Page 136 5-42 Instruments and Controls To program up to three devices: The garage door opener receiver (motor head unit) could also 1. To verify that the garage door have a row of dip switches that opener is a Fixed Code unit, can be used when programming remove the battery cover on the the Universal Home Remote.
  • Page 137 Instruments and Controls 5-43 2. Write down the 8 to 12 switch buttons to put the Universal 4. The indicator lights will blink settings from left to right as Home Remote into slowly. Enter each switch setting follows: programming mode. from Step 2 into your vehicle's Universal Home Remote.
  • Page 138: Universal Remote System Operation

    5-44 Instruments and Controls door moves. The indicator light Universal Remote System the indicator lights, located above the selected button directly above the buttons, begin Operation should slowly blink. This button to blink rapidly. may need to be held for up to Press and hold the appropriate 2.
  • Page 139: Lighting Features

    Lighting Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Entry Lighting ....6-6 Delayed Entry Lighting ..6-6 Exterior Lamp Controls Delayed Exit Lighting .
  • Page 140: Headlamp High/Low-Beam

    Lighting AUTO (Automatic): Automatically Headlamp High/ Daytime Running Lamps operates the headlamps and other Low-Beam Changer (DRL)/Automatic exterior lamps at normal brightness. Headlamp System To change the headlamps from low (Parking Lamps): Turns on the beam to high beam, push the turn Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can parking lamps including all lamps, signal lever away from you.
  • Page 141: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting The headlamps automatically Lights On with Wipers The hazard warning flashers let you change from DRL to the regular warn others that you have a If the windshield wipers are headlamps depending on the problem. activated in daylight with the engine darkness of the surroundings.
  • Page 142: Turn And Lane-Change

    Lighting Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane (Fog Lamps): If equipped, the change the arrow flashes rapidly or button is on the exterior lamps Signals does not come on, a signal bulb control. The exterior lamps control is might be burned out.
  • Page 143: Interior Lighting

    Lighting Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps The center mounted dome lamp overhead comes on when a door is When a door is opened, the opened. This lamp can also be Instrument Panel courtesy lamps automatically come turned on by turning the instrument on.
  • Page 144: Lighting Features

    Lighting Lighting Features When the ignition is on, illuminated Delayed Exit Lighting entry is inactive, which means the This feature illuminates the interior courtesy lamps will not come on Entry Lighting for a period of time after the key is unless a door is opened.
  • Page 145: Parade Dimming

    Lighting Parade Dimming voltage move up or down. This is needed. It can temporarily reduce normal. If there is a problem, an the power demands of some Parade mode automatically prohibits alert will be displayed. accessories. the dimming of the instrument panel The battery can be discharged at Normally, these actions occur in displays during the daylight while...
  • Page 146: Battery Power Protection

    Lighting Battery Power Protection This feature helps prevent the battery from being drained, if the interior courtesy lamps, reading/map lamps, visor vanity lamps, or trunk lamp are accidentally left on. If any of these lamps are left on, they automatically turn off after 10 minutes, if the ignition is off.
  • Page 147 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 become familiar with its features. Infotainment .
  • Page 148: 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 149 Infotainment System (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. Speed Compensated Volume (SCV): Radios with the SCV feature automatically adjust the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise as the vehicle speeds up or slows down, so that...
  • Page 150 Infotainment System approximately 10 seconds. Each Setting the Tone (Bass/ To quickly adjust bass, midrange, higher setting allows for more or treble to the middle position, Midrange/Treble) Radio with radio volume compensation at press the softkey positioned under CD (MP3) faster vehicle speeds.
  • Page 151 Infotainment System Press the softkey under the Adjusting the Speakers Loc or Locked: Displays when the desired tab. ® TheftLock system has activated. (Balance/Fade) Radio with CD Take the vehicle to your dealer for 3. Adjust the setting by doing one To adjust the balance or fade: service.
  • Page 152: 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 SiriusXM (if Auto Text (RDS Features): If equipped) on the Radio with CD Radio Data System (RDS) additional information is available (Base).
  • Page 153: Storing Radio Stations

    Infotainment System double beep sounds. The radio Radios that do not have a FAV next stored preset. Press goes to a stored preset, plays for button store radio stations as SEEK again to stop scanning a few seconds, then goes to the presets, up to 18 stations (six FM1, preset stations.
  • Page 154: Satellite Radio

    Infotainment System Storing a Radio Station as a 4. Press the FAV button, or let the call 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.) and Favorite, Radio with CD (MP3) menu time out, to return to the www.xmradio.ca or call original main radio screen 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). Radios that have a FAV button store showing the radio station radio stations as favorites.
  • Page 155 Infotainment System 2. Press the softkey under AUTO Finding a Category (CAT) SEEK: Press to go to the next TXT tab on the radio display. Channel SiriusXM channel. 3. Press the softkey under the ON To find SiriusXM channels in a To scan stations, press and hold or OFF tab on the radio display.
  • Page 156 7-10 Infotainment System Press SEEK or SEEK. Storing SiriusXM Channels 3. Press and hold one of the six softkeys until a beep sounds. 3. To exit the category search Drivers are encouraged to store 4. Repeat Steps 1 3 to store mode, press the FAV button or radio station while the vehicle is additional radio stations.
  • Page 157: Radio Reception

    Infotainment System 7-11 Radio Reception FM Stereo Cellular Phone Usage FM signals only reach about Cellular phone usage may cause Frequency interference and static 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although interference with the vehicle's radio. can occur during normal radio the radio has a built-in electronic This interference may occur when reception if items such as cell phone...
  • Page 158: Multi-Band Antenna

    7-12 Infotainment System If a cellular telephone antenna Audio Players Caution (Continued) needs to be attached to the glass, make sure that the grid lines for the CD Player materials will interfere with or AM-FM antenna are not damaged. distort the incoming radio There is enough space between the Some CD players can play MP3 reception.
  • Page 159 Infotainment System 7-13 detergent solution mixed with water, If the ignition or radio is turned off Caution (Continued) and clean it. Make sure the wiping when a CD is in the player, the CD process starts from the center to stays in the player.
  • Page 160 7-14 Infotainment System volume and the elapsed time of the Softkeys contains both types of audio, the CD track displays. Release to resume player reads all MP3 files first, then The six softkeys below the radio playing the track. the uncompressed CD audio files. display are used to control functions that display as tabs.
  • Page 161 Infotainment System 7-15 Empty Folder Playing an MP3 Buttons and Knobs Folders that do not contain files are The buttons and knobs on the radio Order of Play skipped, and the player advances to control the following features. Tracks are played in the following the next folder that contains files.
  • Page 162 7-16 Infotainment System volume and the elapsed time of the on the number of files on the disc. (Previous Folder): Press The radio may begin playing while it track displays. Release FWD to the softkey below to go to the is scanning in the background.
  • Page 163: Auxiliary Devices

    Infotainment System 7-17 The disc is dirty, scratched, wet, 3. Press the softkey below the However, an external audio device or upside down. Back tab to return to the main such as an iPod, laptop computer, music navigator screen. MP3 player, CD changer, The air is very humid.
  • Page 164: Phone

    7-18 Infotainment System Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. BAND: Press to listen to the radio Phone The system may not work with while a portable audio device is all cell phones. See Pairing in playing. The portable audio device Bluetooth this section for more information.
  • Page 165 Infotainment System 7-19 A Bluetooth system can use a When to Speak: A short tone (Push To Talk): Press to Bluetooth-capable cell phone with a sounds after the system responds answer incoming calls, confirm Hands-Free Profile to make and indicating when it is waiting for a system information, and start receive phone calls.
  • Page 166 7-20 Infotainment System The pairing process is disabled 3. Say Pair. The system responds Listing All Paired and Connected when the vehicle is moving. with instructions and a four-digit Phones Personal Identification Number Pairing only needs to be The system can list all cell phones (PIN).
  • Page 167 Infotainment System 7-21 Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, 1. Press and hold the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to 30 two seconds.
  • Page 168 7-22 Infotainment System repeats back the digit it heard Listing Stored Numbers Using the Dial or Call followed by a tone. After the last Command The list command will list all stored digit has been entered, say numbers and name tags. 1.
  • Page 169 Infotainment System 7-23 If an unwanted number is Once connected, the person called Press to disconnect the recognized by the system, say will be heard through the audio current call and switch to the call Clear at any time to clear the last speakers.
  • Page 170 7-24 Infotainment System To mute a call, press , and Transferring Audio to the 3. Say Voice. The system Bluetooth System from a Cell responds OK, accessing then say Mute call. Phone <phone name>. To cancel mute, press During a call with the audio on the The cell phone's normal prompt and then say Un-mute call.
  • Page 171 Infotainment System 7-25 Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it will be retained indefinitely. This includes all saved name tags in the phone book and phone pairing information. For information on how to delete this information, see the previous section Deleting a Paired Phone and the previous sections on deleting name tags.
  • Page 172 7-26 Infotainment System NOTES...
  • Page 173: Climate Control Systems

    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 If equipped with heated seats, see Heated Front Seats on page 3-6. Climate Control Systems .
  • Page 174 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 175 Climate Controls automatically in this setting, unless 3. Select the coolest temperature (Bi-Level): Air is divided the outside temperature is below 4° for both zones. between the instrument panel C (40°F). outlets and the floor outlets. 4. Select the highest speed.
  • Page 176: Air Vents

    Climate Controls The defogger only works when the Air Vents (Recirculation): Press to ignition is in ON/RUN. The defogger turn on the recirculation mode. An Use the thumbwheel located below turns off if the ignition is in the indicator light comes on to show or to the side of the outlet, to LOCK/OFF position.
  • Page 177: Passenger Compartment Air Filter

    Climate Controls If the airflow seems low when Maintenance the fan is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air Passenger Compartment filter, if equipped, may need to replaced. For more information, Air Filter see Passenger Compartment Air The filter reduces dust, pollen, and Filter on page 8-5 and other airborne irritants from outside Maintenance Schedule on...
  • Page 178 Climate Controls NOTES...
  • Page 179 Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Cruise Control Power (RAP) ....9-18 Cruise Control ....9-28 Operating Shifting Into Park .
  • Page 180: 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 181: Drunk Driving

    Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle If the engine ever stops while the between you and the driver in vehicle is being driven, brake Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. normally but do not pump the are important factors in helping to brakes.
  • Page 182: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating Holding both sides of the The vehicle's right wheels can drop Caution steering wheel allows you to turn off the edge of a road onto the 180 degrees without removing shoulder while driving. Follow If the steering wheel is turned a hand.
  • Page 183: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating Steering or Cornering Skid material on the road. Learn to Warning too much speed or steering in a recognize warning clues such curve causes tires to slip and as enough water, ice, or packed Wet brakes can cause crashes. lose cornering force.
  • Page 184: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Driving and Operating Turn off cruise control. Hydroplaning Warning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Hill and Mountain Roads can build up under the vehicle's Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) Driving on steep hills or through tires so they actually ride on the or with the ignition off is mountains is different than driving water.
  • Page 185: Winter Driving

    Driving and Operating Tie a red cloth to an outside Winter Driving apply the brakes sooner than when mirror. on dry pavement. See Antilock Driving on Snow or Ice Brake System (ABS) on page 9-24. Warning Drive carefully when there is snow Allow greater following distance on or ice between the tires and the any slippery road and watch for...
  • Page 186: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating If it takes some time for help to Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator Fully open the air outlets on vehicle can overheat, causing an pedal slightly so the engine runs or under the instrument engine compartment fire or other faster than the idle speed.
  • Page 187: Vehicle Load Limits

    Driving and Operating the vehicle out after a few tries, it door open, you will find the label Warning (Continued) might need to be towed out. If the attached below the door lock vehicle does need to be towed out, post (striker).
  • Page 188 9-10 Driving and Operating and the Gross Axle Weight amount equals 1400 lbs. and If your vehicle can tow a trailer, Rating (GAWR) for the front and there will be five 150 lb see Trailer Towing on page 9-39 rear axle, see Certification passengers in your vehicle, for important information on Label later in this section.
  • Page 189 Driving and Operating 9-11 3. Available Occupant and positions. The combined weight Cargo Weight = 317 kg of the driver, passengers, and (700 lbs) cargo should never exceed your vehicle's maximum vehicle capacity weight. Certification Label Example 3 1. Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = Example 2 453 kg (1,000 lbs)
  • Page 190 9-12 Driving and Operating includes the weight of the Caution Warning (Continued) vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. Put things in the cargo Overloading the vehicle may cause damage. Repairs would not Never exceed the GVWR for area of the vehicle. In the be covered by the vehicle cargo area, put them as your vehicle or the Gross Axle...
  • Page 191: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating 9-13 Starting and Ignition Positions Caution (Continued) Operating replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every New Vehicle Break-In time you get new brake linings. Caution Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Trailer Towing The vehicle does not need an on page 9-39 for the trailer elaborate break-in.
  • Page 192 9-14 Driving and Operating key to ACC/ACCESSORY. If this shift lever must be in P (Park) to Caution (Continued) doesn't work, then the vehicle needs turn the ignition switch to the service. LOCK/OFF position. key. Use the correct key, make 4.
  • Page 193: Starting The Engine

    Driving and Operating 9-15 3 (ON/RUN): This position can be when the driver door is opened, the Caution used to operate the electrical ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or accessories and to display some LOCK/OFF, and the key is in the Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the instrument cluster warning and ignition.
  • Page 194: Engine Heater

    9-16 Driving and Operating Starting Procedure then stops again, repeat these Caution steps. This clears the extra 1. With your foot off the accelerator gasoline from the engine. Do not pedal, turn the ignition to START. Cranking the engine for long race the engine immediately When the engine starts, let go of periods of time, by returning the...
  • Page 195 Driving and Operating 9-17 2. Open the hood and unwrap the Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) electrical cord. The cord is attached to the diagonal brace function. An ungrounded vehicle. Possible heater cord on the driver side of the engine outlet could cause an electric and thermostat damage could compartment.
  • Page 196: Retained Accessory

    9-18 Driving and Operating The length of time the heater should Shifting Into Park Console Shift Lever remain plugged in depends on If the vehicle is equipped with a Steering Column Shift Lever several factors. Ask a dealer in the console shift lever, use this area where you will be parking the If the vehicle has a steering column...
  • Page 197: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating 9-19 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 parking brake is firmly set before Shift Lock Warning you leave it.
  • Page 198: Parking Over Things

    9-20 Driving and Operating 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. 1.
  • Page 199: Running The Vehicle While

    Driving and Operating 9-21 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 on the console between damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine the seats, or on the steering...
  • Page 200 9-22 Driving and Operating 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 9-19. engine is running. If you have left R (Reverse): Use this gear to the engine running, the vehicle back up.
  • Page 201: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating 9-23 N (Neutral) only. Also, use D (Drive): This position is for lower fuel economy than D (Drive). N (Neutral) when the vehicle is normal driving. It provides the best You can use it on very steep hills, being towed.
  • Page 202: Antilock Brake

    9-24 Driving and Operating within the instrument cluster. When When you shift from D (Drive) to Brakes using the ERS mode a number will L (Low), the transmission will shift to display next to the L, indicating the a pre-determined lower gear range. Antilock Brake current range that has been The highest gear available for this...
  • Page 203: Parking Brake

    Driving and Operating 9-25 If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS computer senses the wheels are...
  • Page 204: Ride Control Systems

    9-26 Driving and Operating A warning chime will sound and a Ride Control Systems brakes to assist the driver in brake warning light on the keeping the vehicle on the instrument cluster will come on, intended path. Traction Control/ if the parking brake is set, the If cruise control is being used and Electronic Stability ignition is on, and the vehicle speed...
  • Page 205 Driving and Operating 9-27 2. Turn the engine off and wait Caution 15 seconds. 3. Start the engine. Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is Drive the vehicle. If comes on off. The vehicle driveline could be and stays on, the vehicle may need damaged.
  • Page 206: Stability Control

    9-28 Driving and Operating The appropriate DIC message Cruise Control See Traction Control/Electronic displays, see Ride Control System Stability Control on page 9-26. With cruise control, you can Messages on page 5-30. When road conditions allow the maintain a speed of about 40 km/h cruise control to be safely used To turn TCS and ESC on again, (25 mph) or more without keeping...
  • Page 207 Driving and Operating 9-29 +RES (Resume/Accelerate): If Increasing Speed While Using 1. Press the button to turn the there is a set speed in memory, Cruise Control cruise system on. press briefly to resume to that If the cruise control system is 2.
  • Page 208 9-30 Driving and Operating To decrease the vehicle speed in Using Cruise Control on Hills Erasing Speed Memory smaller increments, briefly press How well the cruise control works The cruise control set speed SET . For each press, the on hills depends upon the vehicle memory is erased from memory if vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h speed, the load, and the steepness...
  • Page 209: Fuel

    Driving and Operating 9-31 Fuel If the vehicle has a yellow fuel cap, available in some cities. If these E85 or FlexFuel can be used in the gasolines comply with the Use of the recommended fuel is an vehicle. See E85 or FlexFuel on previously described specification, important part of the proper page 9-32.
  • Page 210: California Fuel

    9-32 Driving and Operating malfunction indicator lamp may turn Fuels in Foreign gasoline additive recommended by on. If this occurs, see your dealer General Motors. It is available at Countries for service. your dealer. If planning to drive in countries Do not use additives with E85 or California Fuel outside the U.S.
  • Page 211: Filling The Tank

    Driving and Operating 9-33 the fuel if the ethanol content is Caution Warning (Continued) greater than 85%. Fuel mixtures that do not meet ASTM or CGSB Keep sparks, flames, and Do not use fuel containing specifications can affect driveability smoking materials away methanol.
  • Page 212 9-34 Driving and Operating pumping before removing the Caution nozzle. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See If a new fuel cap is needed, be Exterior Care on page 10-66. sure to get the right type of cap When replacing the fuel cap, turn it from your dealer.
  • Page 213: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Driving and Operating 9-35 Filling a Portable Fuel Towing Warning (Continued) Container General Towing keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is Information Warning complete. Only use towing equipment that has Filling a portable fuel container Fill the container no more been designed for the vehicle.
  • Page 214 9-36 Driving and Operating The vehicle can tow in D (Drive) For information on towing a disabled Warning (Continued) but M (Manual Mode) is vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on recommended. See Manual page 10-64. For information on Also adjust the Climate Mode on page 9-23.
  • Page 215 Driving and Operating 9-37 During the trip, check occasionally Passing When turning with a trailer, make to be sure that the load is secure wider turns than normal so the More passing distance is needed and the lamps and any trailer trailer will not strike soft shoulders, when towing a trailer.
  • Page 216 9-38 Driving and Operating transmission is not shifted down, the Parking on Hills 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then brakes might have to be used so apply the parking brake and shift much that they would get hot and no into P (Park).
  • Page 217: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating 9-39 transmission fluid, engine oil, axle It should never weigh more than Weight of the Trailer Tongue lubricant, belts, cooling system and 454 kg (1,000 lb). But even that can The tongue load (1) of any trailer is brake system.
  • Page 218: Towing Equipment

    9-40 Driving and Operating on the Tire and Loading Information exhaust can get into the vehicle. label. See Vehicle Load Limits on See Engine Exhaust on page 9-9. Make sure not to go over page 9-20. the GVW limit for the vehicle, Safety Chains including the weight of the trailer tongue.
  • Page 219: Conversions And Add-Ons

    Driving and Operating 9-41 Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment Caution Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty. Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment.
  • Page 220 9-42 Driving and Operating NOTES...
  • Page 221 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Power Steering Fluid ..10-16 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Washer Fluid ....10-17 Sidemarker, Stoplamps, Brakes ..... 10-18 and Back-Up Lamps .
  • Page 222: General Information

    10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor Jump Starting General Information Operation ....10-42 Jump Starting ....10-62 For service and parts needs, visit Tire Inspection .
  • Page 223: Vehicle Care

    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 224: Hood

    10-4 Vehicle Care All Vehicles Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Warning Maintenance Records on page 11-14. It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge, service Caution manual, tools, or parts.
  • Page 225 Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview...
  • Page 226: Engine Oil

    10-6 Vehicle Care Always dispose of engine oil 1. Windshield Washer Fluid 11. 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 10-17. Coolant on page 10-12. Checking Engine Oil 2.
  • Page 227 Vehicle Care 10-7 what kind of oil to use. For engine Add enough oil to put the level Warning oil crankcase capacity, see somewhere in the proper operating Capacities and Specifications on range. Push the dipstick all the way The engine oil dipstick handle page 12-2.
  • Page 228: Engine Oil Life System

    10-8 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Additives/Engine from the filter before disposal. Never Caution dispose of oil by putting it in the Oil Flushes trash or pouring it on the ground, Failure to use the recommended Do not add anything to the oil. The into sewers, or into streams or recommended oils meeting the engine oil can result in engine...
  • Page 229: Automatic Transmission

    Vehicle Care 10-9 Change the oil as soon as possible How to Reset the Engine Oil Automatic Transmission within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). Life System Fluid It is possible that, if driving under Reset the system whenever the the best conditions, the oil life How to Check Automatic engine oil is changed so that the...
  • Page 230: 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 11-2, and be sure cleaner/filter.
  • Page 231: Cooling System

    Vehicle Care 10-11 When it is safe to lift the hood: Caution Warning If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt Heater and radiator hoses, and can easily get into the engine, other engine parts, can be very which could damage it. Always hot.
  • Page 232: Engine Coolant

    10-12 Vehicle Care What to Use This mixture: Caution (Continued) Gives freezing protection down Warning to 37°C ( 34°F), outside vehicle warranty. Always use temperature. DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant Adding only plain water or some in the vehicle. Gives boiling protection up to other liquid to the cooling system 129°C (265°F), engine can be dangerous.
  • Page 233 Vehicle Care 10-13 If coolant is visible but the coolant Caution (Continued) Caution level is not at or above the mark pointed to, add a 50/50 mixture of proper mixture of engine coolant This vehicle has a specific clean drinkable water and for the cooling system.
  • Page 234: Engine Overheating

    10-14 Vehicle Care 1. Turn the pressure cap slowly Warning (Continued) Caution counterclockwise. If a hiss is heard, wait for that to stop. under pressure, and if you turn If the pressure cap is not tightly A hiss means there is still some the surge tank pressure installed, coolant loss and pressure left.
  • Page 235 Vehicle Care 10-15 Then check to see if the engine If No Steam Is Coming from If the temperature overheat gauge is cooling fans are running. If the no longer in the overheat zone or an the Engine Compartment engine is overheating, the fans engine coolant temperature warning If an engine overheat warning is should be running.
  • Page 236: Overheated Engine

    10-16 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering fluid: Protection 1. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF and let the engine compartment Operating Mode cool down. This emergency operating mode 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the allows the vehicle to be driven to a reservoir clean.
  • Page 237: Washer Fluid

    Vehicle Care 10-17 Washer Fluid Caution What to Use Do not use engine coolant When windshield washer fluid is (antifreeze) in the windshield needed, be sure to read the washer. It can damage the manufacturer's instructions before windshield washer system use.
  • Page 238: Brakes

    10-18 Vehicle Care Brakes Some driving conditions or climates performance expected can change can cause a brake squeal when the in many other ways if the wrong Disc brake pads have built-in wear brakes are first applied or lightly replacement brake parts are indicators that make a high-pitched applied.
  • Page 239 Vehicle Care 10-19 There are only two reasons why the Warning Warning brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it With the wrong kind of fluid in the The brake fluid level goes down can spill on the engine and burn, brake hydraulic system, the because of normal brake lining...
  • Page 240: Battery

    10-20 Vehicle Care Extended Storage: Remove the Caution (Continued) Warning black, negative ( ) cable from the battery or use a battery trickle If brake fluid is spilled on the Battery posts, terminals, and charger. vehicle's painted surfaces, related accessories contain lead the paint finish can be and lead compounds, chemicals Starter Switch Check...
  • Page 241: Park Brake And P (Park)

    Vehicle Care 10-21 3. Try to start the engine in each 2. Apply the parking brake. Be Park Brake and P (Park) gear. The vehicle should start ready to apply the regular brake Mechanism Check only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). immediately if the vehicle begins If the vehicle starts in any other to move.
  • Page 242: Wiper Blade Replacement

    10-22 Vehicle Care To check the P (Park) Caution mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to Allowing the wiper arm to touch P (Park). Then release the the windshield when no wiper parking brake followed by the blade is installed could damage regular brake.
  • Page 243: Headlamp Aiming

    Vehicle Care 10-23 4. Remove the wiper blade. Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Allowing the wiper blade arm to Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement touch the windshield when no should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on wiper blade is installed could page 10-27.
  • Page 244: Headlamps, Front Turn

    10-24 Vehicle Care 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 245: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps

    Vehicle Care 10-25 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. 1. Rear Sidemarker Lamp 2.
  • Page 246: License Plate Lamp

    10-26 Vehicle Care 2. Remove the convenience net (if License Plate Lamp equipped). Unhook the net from To replace one of these bulbs: the upper wing nut. 5. Turn the two hex nuts 1. Remove the two screws from the counterclockwise to license plate lamp assembly.
  • Page 247: Replacement Bulbs

    Vehicle Care 10-27 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 248: Fuses And Circuit

    10-28 Vehicle Care Fuses and Circuit Caution Breakers Spilling liquid on any electrical The wiring circuits in the vehicle are component on the vehicle may protected from short circuits by a damage it. Always keep the combination of fuses and circuit covers on any electrical breakers.
  • Page 249 Vehicle Care 10-29 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 Reactor Solenoid AIRBAG/ Airbag, Display DISPLAY AUX PWR Auxiliary Power BATT 1 Battery 1...
  • Page 250 10-30 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2 LT PARK Driver Side CHMSL/ Center 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 251: Block

    Vehicle Care 10-31 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 252: Wheels And Tires

    10-32 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Fuses Usage Warning (Continued) PWR/WNDW Power Window Tires and a serious crash. See Retained Vehicle Load Limits on Every new GM vehicle has Accessory Power page 9-9. high-quality tires made by a S/ROOF Sunroof Underinflated tires pose leading tire manufacturer.
  • Page 253: All-Season Tires

    Vehicle Care 10-33 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 254: Summer Tires

    10-34 Vehicle Care 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.
  • Page 255 Vehicle Care 10-35 digits represent the week (01 performance factors: treadwear, (2) Temporary Use Only 52) and the last two digits, the traction, and temperature compact spare tire or temporary 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 256: Tire Designations

    10-36 Vehicle Care (4) 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 257: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    Vehicle Care 10-37 (5) Rim Diameter Diameter of automatic transmission, 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 10-40. (6) Service Description These characters represent the load Aspect Ratio The relationship...
  • Page 258 10-38 Vehicle Care GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure outward when mounted on a Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to vehicle. The side of the tire that Vehicle Load Limits on which a cold tire can be inflated. contains a whitewall, bears page 9-9.
  • Page 259 Vehicle Care 10-39 Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic Treadwear Indicators Narrow 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated tire in which the ply cords that bands, sometimes called wear cargo load. See Vehicle Load extend to the beads are laid at bars, that show across the tread Limits on page 9-9.
  • Page 260: Tire Pressure

    10-40 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure How the vehicle is loaded Caution (Continued) affects vehicle handling and ride Tires need the correct amount of comfort. Never load the vehicle Overinflated tires, or tires that air pressure to operate with more weight than it was have too much air, can effectively.
  • Page 261: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care 10-41 Remove the valve cap from the Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly tire valve stem. Press the tire System under-inflated. gauge firmly onto the valve to The Tire Pressure Monitor System get a pressure measurement.
  • Page 262: Tire Pressure Monitor

    10-42 Vehicle Care The TPMS malfunction indicator is See Radio Frequency Statement on located on the instrument cluster. combined with the low tire pressure page 13-12. If the warning light comes on, stop telltale. When the system detects a as soon as possible and inflate the Tire Pressure Monitor malfunction, the telltale will flash for tires to the recommended pressure...
  • Page 263 Vehicle Care 10-43 air pressure is getting low and TPMS Malfunction Light and Caution needs to be inflated to the proper Message pressure. Tire sealant materials are not all The TPMS will not function properly A Tire and Loading Information label if one or more of the TPMS sensors the same.
  • Page 264 10-44 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the process was not done or not being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger rotating the tires.
  • Page 265: Tire Inspection

    Vehicle Care 10-45 There is cord or fabric approximately five seconds. The identification code has been showing through the tire's horn sounds twice to signal the matched to the driver side rear receiver is in relearn mode and tire, and the TPMS sensor rubber.
  • Page 266 10-46 Vehicle Care Anytime unusual wear is Do not include the compact Warning noticed, rotate the tires as soon spare tire in the tire rotation. as possible, check for proper tire Adjust the front and rear tires to Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the inflation pressure, and check for parts to which it is fastened, can the recommended inflation...
  • Page 267: When It Is Time For New

    Vehicle Care 10-47 When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time. of grease, gasoline, or other This also applies to the spare tire, substances that can deteriorate Tires if the vehicle has one, even if it is rubber.
  • Page 268 10-48 Vehicle Care the overall performance of the See Tire Rotation on Warning vehicle, including brake system page 10-45. However, if it is performance, ride and handling, necessary to replace only one Mixing tires of different sizes, traction control, and tire axle set of worn tires, place the brands, or types may cause pressure monitoring...
  • Page 269: Different Size Tires And Wheels

    Vehicle Care 10-49 sure they are the same size, may be affected. If the vehicle has Uniform Tire Quality electronic systems such as antilock load range, speed rating, and Grading brakes, rollover airbags, traction construction (radial) as the control, electronic stability control, Quality grades can be found original tires.
  • Page 270 10-50 Vehicle Care nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include or to some limited-production the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, tires.
  • Page 271: Wheel Alignment And Tire

    Vehicle Care 10-51 performance on the laboratory surface variations such as troughs Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor test wheel than the minimum vibrating when driving on a smooth System (TPMS) sensors with new required by law.
  • Page 272: Tire Chains

    10-52 Vehicle Care Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat Caution (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blow out Warning ground clearance, and tire or tire while driving, especially if the tires chain clearance to the body and are maintained properly.
  • Page 273 Vehicle Care 10-53 Warning Warning (Continued) Warning Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for Changing a tire can be permanent damage to the tire. anything else, you or others could dangerous. The vehicle can slip Re-inflating a tire after it has been be badly injured or killed if the off the jack and roll over or fall...
  • Page 274: Tire Changing

    10-54 Vehicle Care When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), 2. Remove the convenience net if use the following example as a the vehicle has one. guide to assist in the placement of 3. Remove the spare tire cover. the wheel blocks (1), if equipped.
  • Page 275 Vehicle Care 10-55 Removing the Flat Tire and If needed, finish loosening them with your fingers. The plastic nut Installing the Spare Tire caps will not come off. This vehicle may have aluminum If needed, use the flat end of the wheels with exposed wheel nuts.
  • Page 276 10-56 Vehicle Care 4. Put the compact spare tire near you. Warning Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
  • Page 277 Vehicle Care 10-57 Warning Warning (Continued) Lifting a vehicle and getting under off and cause an accident. When it to do maintenance or repairs is changing a wheel, remove any dangerous without the rust or dirt from places where the appropriate safety equipment and wheel attaches to the vehicle.
  • Page 278 10-58 Vehicle Care 8. Install the compact spare tire. Warning (Continued) Warning specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when Never use oil or grease on bolts using accessory locking wheel or nuts because the nuts might nuts. See Capacities and come loose.
  • Page 279 Vehicle Care 10-59 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire 2. Place the tire valve stem facing down and the protector/guide and Tools placed through a wheel bolt hole and threaded onto the bolt Warning screw. Storing a jack, a tire, or other 3.
  • Page 280 10-60 Vehicle Care 1. Cover 2. Retainer 3. Compact Spare Tire 4. Wing Nut 5. Jack 6. Wheel Wrench 7. Extension Protector 8. Foam Holder 9. Bolt Screw Compact Spare Tire Full-Size Flat Tire...
  • Page 281: Compact Spare Tire

    Vehicle Care 10-61 1. Retainer If this vehicle has a compact spare Caution tire, it was fully inflated when new; 2. Full-Size Flat Tire however, it can lose air over time. 3. Protective Guide When the compact spare is Check the inflation pressure 4.
  • Page 282: Jump Starting

    10-62 Vehicle Care Jump Starting Caution Caution For more information about the Ignoring these steps could result If the other vehicle does not have vehicle battery, see Battery on in costly damage to the vehicle a 12-volt system with a negative page 10-20.
  • Page 283 Vehicle Care 10-63 4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF battery. Use a remote Warning (Continued) and switch off all lights and positive (+) terminal if the vehicle accessories in both vehicles, has one. Battery fluid contains acid that except the hazard warning 7.
  • Page 284: Towing The Vehicle

    10-64 Vehicle Care 9. Start the engine in the vehicle Towing towing. Dinghy towing is towing the with the good battery and run vehicle with all four wheels on the the engine at idle speed for at ground. Dolly towing is towing the Towing the Vehicle least four minutes.
  • Page 285 Vehicle Care 10-65 Is the vehicle ready to be Dolly Towing Caution (Continued) towed? Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip, make sure be covered by the vehicle the vehicle is prepared to be warranty. Do not tow the vehicle towed.
  • Page 286: Appearance Care

    10-66 Vehicle Care 5. Use an adequate clamping Appearance Care Caution (Continued) device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are Exterior Care products can be obtained from locked into the straight position. your dealer. Follow all Locks 6.
  • Page 287 Vehicle Care 10-67 washed. This could cause damage calcium chloride and other salts, ice Caution (Continued) that would not be covered by the melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle warranty. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from may damage it. Use only industrial chimneys, etc., can If using an automatic car wash, non-abrasive waxes and polishes...
  • Page 288 10-68 Vehicle Care Aftermarket appearance caps or The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ covers while the lamps are vehicle are aluminum or stainless Lenses, Emblems, Decals and illuminated, due to excessive steel. To prevent damage always Stripes heat generated.
  • Page 289 Vehicle Care 10-69 Windshield and Wiper Blades can be removed by rubbing with a Caution clean cloth. See Recommended Clean the outside of the windshield Fluids and Lubricants on with glass cleaner. Chrome wheels and other chrome page 11-12. trim may be damaged if the Clean rubber blades using a lint-free Tires vehicle is not washed after driving...
  • Page 290: Interior Care

    10-70 Vehicle Care silicone grease on weatherstrips Finish Damage Caution (Continued) with a clean cloth will make them Quickly repair minor chips and last longer, seal better, and not stick scratches with touch-up materials automatic car wash that uses or squeak. available from your dealer to avoid silicone carbide tire cleaning corrosion.
  • Page 291 Vehicle Care 10-71 Use a soft bristle brush to remove To prevent damage, do not clean Interior Glass dust from knobs and crevices on the the interior using the following To clean, use a terry cloth fabric instrument cluster. Using a mild cleaners or techniques: dampened with water.
  • Page 292 10-72 Vehicle Care For solid soils, remove as much Speaker Covers If the soil is not completely as possible prior to vacuuming. removed, it may be necessary to Vacuum around a speaker cover use a commercial upholstery To clean: gently, so that the speaker will not cleaner or spot lifter.
  • Page 293 Vehicle Care 10-73 using mild soap. Do not use bleach Caution Caution or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly and air dry before next use. Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics Caution well as other interior surfaces, and painted surfaces.
  • Page 294: Floor Mats

    10-74 Vehicle Care Care of Safety Belts Floor Mats brake pedal. Always check that the floor mats do not interfere Keep belts clean and dry. with the pedals. Warning Do not use a floor mat if the Warning If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver is not properly installed, it can...
  • Page 295 Vehicle Care 10-75 Removing and Replacing the 3. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured and verify that Floor Mat it does not interfere with the pedals. The driver side floor mat is held in place by one hook-type retainer. 1.
  • Page 296 10-76 Vehicle Care NOTES...
  • Page 297: General Information

    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 298: Maintenance Schedule

    11-2 Service and Maintenance Frequently towing a trailer. Because of the way people use Maintenance vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Used for high speed or Schedule There may need to be more competitive driving. frequent checks and services. The Used for taxi, police, or delivery Owner Checks and Services Additional Required Services - service.
  • Page 299: Service And Maintenance

    Service and Maintenance 11-3 Check engine coolant level. See Visually inspect steering, for up to a year. The engine oil and Engine Coolant on page 10-12. suspension, and chassis filter must be changed at least once components for damaged, loose, a year and the oil life system must Check windshield washer fluid or missing parts or signs of...
  • Page 300 11-4 Service and Maintenance Check ignition transmission lock. See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on page 10-21. Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check on page 10-21. Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding. Replace if needed.
  • Page 301 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
  • Page 302 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services - Normal excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first. More frequent (6) Or every three years, whichever replacement may be needed if the comes first.
  • Page 303 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
  • Page 304 11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Special Application Schedule Additional Required comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services Services - Severe excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. (1) Or every two years, whichever Severe Commercial Use comes first.
  • Page 305 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly To avoid break-down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing...
  • Page 306 11-10 Service and Maintenance Hoses Shocks and Struts rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall; or a bulge or Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control split in the tire. be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride.
  • Page 307 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Wheel Alignment Wiper Blades Wheel alignment is critical for Wiper blades need to be cleaned ensuring that the tires deliver and kept in good condition to optimal wear and performance. provide a clear view. Signs that the alignment may Signs of wear include streaking, need to be adjusted include skipping across the windshield,...
  • Page 308: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants

    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 meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
  • Page 309: Maintenance Replacement Parts

    Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant 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. Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number...
  • Page 310: 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...
  • Page 311: Vehicle Identification

    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: Engine Drive Belt Routing

    Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3.6L V6 Automatic 1.10 mm (0.043 in) Engine Drive Belt Routing...
  • Page 314 12-4 Technical Data NOTES...
  • 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

    General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca (Canada) chevroletowner.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner for details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help Roadside Assistance representatives.
  • Page 320 General Motors North America and to the service vehicle or is not a warranty service, or if the vehicle Chevrolet reserve the right to make regularly traveled or maintained was in a crash and cannot be any changes or discontinue the public road, which includes ice and driven.
  • Page 321: Program

    Customer Information 13-7 Services Specific to permission to get local safety related. If it is, please call emergency road service. You will your dealership, let them know this, Canadian-Purchased Vehicles receive payment, up to $100, and ask for instructions. Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement after sending the original receipt If your dealer requests you to bring is up to 7 liters.
  • Page 322: Collision Damage Repair

    13-8 Customer Information Courtesy Transportation is not a by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. It may not be possible to provide a part of the New Vehicle Limited customers arrange their own like vehicle as a courtesy rental. Warranty. A separate booklet transportation, limited Additional Program entitled Limited Warranty and...
  • Page 323 Customer Information 13-9 value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts center that has GM-trained be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New technicians and comparable collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any equipment. related failures are not covered by Collision Parts Insuring the Vehicle...
  • Page 324 13-10 Customer Information If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: Managing the Vehicle Damage company may require you to have Repair Process Driver name, address, and insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. In the event that the vehicle requires Genuine GM Original Equipment damage repairs, GM recommends Driver license number.
  • Page 325: Service Publications Ordering Information

    Customer Information 13-11 If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions Current and Past Models company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Technical Service Bulletins and you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. Manuals are available for current repair valuation based on that and past model GM vehicles.
  • Page 326: Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)

    13-12 Customer Information Radio Frequency Operation is subject to the following Reporting Safety two conditions: Identification (RFID) Defects 1. The device may not cause RFID technology is used in some harmful interference. Reporting Safety Defects vehicles for functions such as tire 2.
  • Page 327: Government

    Transport Canada Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Administrator, NHTSA immediately, and notify General Chevrolet Motor Division 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Motors of Canada Limited. Call Chevrolet Customer Assistance Washington, D.C. 20590...
  • Page 328: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy

    13-14 Customer Information Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a better understanding of the Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to recorded by your vehicle only if a...
  • Page 329: Onstar

    Customer Information 13-15 if the vehicle is leased, with the OnStar Terms and Conditions and consent of the lessee; in response Privacy Statement on the OnStar to an official request by police or website. similar government office; as part of GM's defense of litigation through the discovery process;...
  • Page 330 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
  • Page 331: Onstar Overview

    OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview vehicle, including location information. See OnStar s Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details including OnStar Overview system limitations at OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada).
  • Page 332: Onstar Services

    14-2 OnStar Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Receive Roadside Assistance. OnStar Services Navigation voice commands. Manage WiFi Settings (if Requires a specific OnStar equipped). Emergency subscription plan. Press to get a priority connection With Automatic Crash Response, Obtain the WiFi network name, to an OnStar Emergency Advisor the OnStar system can or Service Set Identifier or SSID,...
  • Page 333: Security

    OnStar 14-3 Security 4. Follow the voice-guided 2. Say Repeat. System responds commands. with the last direction given, then OnStar provides services including responds with OnStar ready, Using Voice Commands Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote then a tone. During a Planned Route Ignition Block, and Roadside Get My Destination Assistance, if equipped.
  • Page 334: Connections

    14-4 OnStar navigation system in the vehicle (if WiFi Connectivity (If Equipped) pressure (if the vehicle is equipped equipped). After the call ends, press with the tire pressure monitoring The vehicle has a WiFi hotspot that the Go button on the navigation system);...
  • Page 335 OnStar 14-5 OnStar Hands-Free Calling 4. Say Call. System responds: 3. Say the entire number without OK, dialing 911. pausing. System responds: This service allows calls to be made Please say the name tag. and received from the vehicle. Retrieve My Number 4.
  • Page 336: Vehicle Diagnostics

    14-6 OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics can Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Press to request account transfer...
  • Page 337 OnStar 14-7 in that area. The wireless service Services for People with OnStar Personal Identification provider must also have coverage, Disabilities Number (PIN) network capacity, reception, and Advisors provide services to help A PIN is needed to access some of technology compatible with OnStar subscribers with physical disabilities the OnStar services, like Remote...
  • Page 338 14-8 OnStar Potential Issues A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or Assistance after the vehicle has...
  • Page 339 OnStar 14-9 may unlawfully intercept or access above copyright notice and this or other dealings in this Software transmissions and private permission notice appear in all without prior written authorization of communications without consent. copies. the copyright holder. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED OnStar - software unzip: AS IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF...
  • Page 340 14-10 OnStar Uwe Rommel, Steve Salisbury, this list of conditions in thereof, including, but not limited Dave Smith, Steven M. Schweda, documentation and/or other to, different capitalizations), Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, materials provided with the Pocket UnZip, WiZ or Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, distribution.
  • Page 341 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Assistance Program, What Will You See after an Roadside ..... 13-5 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-21 Audio Players .
  • Page 342 INDEX Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Center Console Storage ..4-1 Headlamps, Front Turn Center Seat ....3-3 Battery .
  • Page 343 INDEX Collision Damage Repair ..13-8 Customer Assistance ..13-4 Door Compact Spare Tire ..10-61 Offices ......13-3 Ajar Messages .
  • Page 344 INDEX Engine (cont'd) Coolant Temperature E85 or FlexFuel ....9-32 Filter, Gauge ..... .5-12 Electrical Equipment, Engine Air Cleaner .
  • Page 345 INDEX Fuel ......9-31 Gauges (cont'd) Headlamps (cont'd) Speedometer ....5-11 Headlamps, Front Turn Additives .
  • Page 346 INDEX Instrument Cluster ... . . 5-10 Lamps (cont'd) Lights Malfunction Indicator ..5-15 Interior Rearview Mirrors ..2-14 Airbag Readiness .
  • Page 347: For Children (Latch)

    INDEX Lower Anchors and Tethers Messages (cont'd) Key and Lock ....5-29 for Children (LATCH Navigation System) ..... . 3-37 Lamp .
  • Page 348 INDEX ® OnStar Security ....14-3 Parking Pregnancy, Using Safety ® OnStar Vehicle Brake ......9-25 Belts .
  • Page 349: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    INDEX Records Ride Control Systems Safety Defects Reporting Maintenance ....11-14 Messages ....5-30 Canadian Government .
  • Page 350 i-10 INDEX Service Spare Tire Sunglass Storage ....4-1 Accessories and Compact ....10-61 Sunroof .
  • Page 351 INDEX i-11 Tires (cont'd) Transmission Vehicle (cont'd) Load Limits ....9-9 Pressure Light ....5-20 Automatic .
  • Page 352 i-12 INDEX When It Is Time for New Tires ......10-47 Warning Where to Put the Restraint ..3-36 Brake System Light .

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