Page 1 2010 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual In Brief ............1-1 Object Detection Systems ......3-43 Instrument Panel ........1-2 Storage Areas ......... 3-46 Initial Drive Information ....... 1-4 Sunroof ..........3-52 Vehicle Features ........1-15 Instrument Panel ..........4-1 Performance and Maintenance ....
Page 2 Customer Assistance Information ....8-1 Appearance Care ........6-106 Customer Assistance and Information ... 8-2 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ....... 6-113 Reporting Safety Defects ......8-13 Electrical System ........6-114 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ... 8-15 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ....6-121 Index ..............
Page 3: Canadian Owners
It is an alphabetical substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” list of what is in the manual and the page number where for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in it can be found. this manual.
Page 4: Vehicle Symbols
Safety Warnings and Symbols A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Warning Messages found on vehicle labels and in this Not,” “Do not do this,” manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or “Do not let this happen.”...
Page 5: Vehicle Symbol Chart
Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fuel Gage Here are some additional symbols that may be found on : Fuses the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index. : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer : Airbag Readiness Light : LATCH System Child Restraints : Air Conditioning : Malfunction Indicator Lamp...
Page 6 ✍ NOTES...
Page 7: In Brief
Section 1 In Brief Vehicle Features ..........1-15 Instrument Panel ..........1-2 Radio(s) ............1-15 Initial Drive Information ........1-4 Satellite Radio ..........1-16 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ....1-4 Portable Audio Devices Remote Vehicle Start ........1-4 (Auxiliary Input or USB Port) .......1-16 Door Locks ............1-5 Steering Wheel Controls ........1-17 Liftgate ............1-5 ®...
Page 8: Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel...
Page 9 A. Outlet Adjustment on page 4-21. M. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4-92 (If Equipped). B. Cruise Control on page 4-8 (If Equipped). N. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4-14. C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4-4. O. Audio System(s) on page 4-60. D.
Page 10: Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information Press to lock all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your Press and hold for approximately one speciﬁc vehicle.
Page 11 When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on The power door lock and remain on as long as the engine is running. switches are on the The doors will be locked and the climate control system front doors. may come on.
Page 12: Seat Adjustment
Windows Seat Adjustment Manual Seats 1. Lift the bar under the seat to unlock the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar. On vehicles with power windows, the switches are on each of the side doors. The driver door also has switches that control the passenger and rear windows.
Page 13 Power Seats Reclining Seatbacks Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the 1. Lift the lever to release the seatback. control forward or rearward. 2. Move the seatback to where you want it and Raise or lower the front of the seat, or the entire seat, release the lever.
Page 14: Second Row Seats
Second Row Seats Power Lumbar Press the front or rear of the control to increase or The seatbacks can be folded ﬂat. decrease lumbar support. For detailed instructions for lowering the seatback(s), See Power Lumbar on page 2-6. see Split Folding Rear Seat on page 2-11.
Page 15: Safety Belt
Heated Seats Safety Belt On vehicles with this feature, the controls are located on the climate control panel. Press the button to turn the heated seat on to the high setting, a second time to go to the low setting, and Refer to the following sections for important information a third to turn it off.
Page 16: Sensing System For Passenger Airbag
Sensing System for Passenger Mirror Adjustment Airbag Exterior Mirrors The passenger sensing system, if equipped, will turn off Controls for the the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain outside power mirrors conditions. The driver airbags and roof-rail airbags are are located on the not affected by this.
Page 17: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Interior Mirror Steering Wheel Adjustment Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted by holding the mirror in the center to move it for a clearer view behind the vehicle. To avoid glare from the headlamps behind you, push the tab, located at the base of the mirror, toward you for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use.
Page 18: Interior Lighting
Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps The front and rear dome lamps turn on when any door is opened. To turn on all dome lamps with the doors closed, turn the instrument panel brightness thumbwheel located to the right of the steering wheel and above the radio, completely to the right.
Page 19: Windshield Wiper/Washer
Windshield Wiper/Washer : This position is the momentary Off/On switch for the Automatic Headlamp System. In Canada, this only works when the vehicles with an automatic transmission are in P (Park) and vehicles with a manual transmission have the parking brake set and the vehicle is not moving.
Page 20 Climate Controls (Delay/Intermittent Speed Sensitive): When the lever is in the delay position, turn the band up for more The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. be controlled with this system. During intermittent wiping mode, the delay cycle time is sensitive to vehicle speed.
Page 21: Vehicle Features
Vehicle Features : For vehicles with XM, MP3, WMA, or RDS features, press to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM station; or CD, MP3, WMA Radio(s) song. Song title information will be displayed on the top line of the display while the artist information will be displayed on the bottom line, if the information is available during XM, CD, MP3, or WMA playback.
Page 22: Satellite Radio
Setting the Clock Satellite Radio To set the time and date for the Radio with CD (MP3) XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the and USB port or Radio with a Single CD (MP3) player: 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces.
Page 23: Steering Wheel Controls
Press the CD/AUX button to play audio from the : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. portable player. Press again to turn the sound on. Press and hold longer ® than two seconds to interact with the OnStar See “Using the Auxiliary Input Jack” and “Using the Bluetooth systems.
Page 24: Vehicle Personalization
Driver Information Center (DIC) Vehicle Personalization Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the The DIC display is located at the bottom of the DIC buttons on the left side of the steering wheel. instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many These features include: vehicle systems and enables access to the personalization menu.
Page 25: Storage Compartments
Cruise Control Storage Compartments Vehicles with a panel/cargo cover feature can be The cruise control buttons adjusted into four positions. are located on the left side of the steering wheel. : On/Off. RES+: Press to resume or accelerate speed. SET−: Press to set or decrease speed. For more information, see Cruise Control on page 4-8.
Page 26: Power Outlets
Power Outlets Accessory power outlets can be used to connect electrical equipment, such as a cellular phone. There are two accessory power outlets located on the instrument panel below the climate controls and at the rear of the center console. There may be another outlet in the rear cargo area on the passenger side.
Page 27: Performance And Maintenance
Performance and Maintenance Electronic Stability Control (ESC) The Electronic Stability Control system assists with Traction Control System (TCS) directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system time the vehicle is started.
Page 28 Tire Pressure Monitor You may notice during cooler conditions that the low tire pressure warning light will appear when the vehicle is ﬁrst started and then turn off as you drive. This may be This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor an early indicator that your tire pressures are getting System (TPMS).
Page 29: Resetting The Oil Life System
Engine Oil Life System For vehicles with the 2.2L (VIN Code V) or 2.4L (VIN Code B) engines, you can also reset the system as follows: The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays a DIC message 1.
Page 30: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. Canada: 1-800-268-6800 • Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops. As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically • Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time. enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. This program provides technically trained advisors who are •...
Page 31: How Onstar Service Works
® OnStar Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Navigation and Hands-Free Calling are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles. For more information see the OnStar Owner’s Guide or visit www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada), contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or TTY 1-877-248-2080, or press...
Page 32: Onstar Steering Wheel Controls
OnStar Steering Wheel Controls The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicle information. This information is automatically sent to an This vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can be OnStar call center when is pressed, is pressed, used to interact with OnStar hands-free calling. See or if the airbags or ACR system deploy.
Page 33: Table Of Contents
Section 2 Seats and Restraint System Where to Put the Restraint ......2-41 Head Restraints ..........2-2 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children Front Seats ............2-4 (LATCH) ..........2-43 Manual Seats ..........2-4 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Seat Height Adjuster ........2-5 Position ...........2-52 Power Seat ...........2-5 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front...
Page 34: Head Restraints
Head Restraints The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. WARNING: With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Page 35 Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The head restraints are not designed to be removed. The rear seat has head rests that can be adjusted up and down. Pull the head restraint up to raise it.
Page 36: Front Seats
Front Seats If the vehicle has a manual seat, it can be moved forward or rearward. 1. Lift the bar to unlock Manual Seats the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and WARNING: release the bar. You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 37: Seat Height Adjuster
Seat Height Adjuster Power Seat Driver’s Seat with Power Seat Control and Power If your vehicle has this feature, the driver’s seat height Lumbar shown adjuster is located on the outboard side of the seat. If the vehicle has a power seat, the control used to To raise the seat, move the lever upward repeatedly operate it is located on the outboard side of the driver’s until the seat is at the desired height.
Page 38: Power Lumbar
Power Lumbar Heated Seats If your vehicle has this feature, the driver’s and passenger’s heated seat buttons are located on the climate control panel below the fan switch. Driver’s side button shown, Passenger’s side button similar If your vehicle has this feature, the control is located on Press the button once to turn the heated seat to the the outboard side of the driver’s seat cushion.
Page 39: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks WARNING: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 40 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 when reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body.
Page 41: Passenger Folding Seatback
Passenger Folding Seatback WARNING: Your vehicle has a front passenger seat that folds ﬂat. Things you put on this seatback can strike and WARNING: injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Remove or secure all items before driving. If you fold the seatback forward to carry longer objects, such as skis, be sure any such cargo is To fold the seatback, do the following:...
Page 42 To raise the seatback to an upright position: 1. Pull up on either lever. 2. Push the seatback up until it is in a locked position. WARNING: If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there.
Page 43: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Split Folding Rear Seat The seatbacks can be folded ﬂat. To lower the rear seatback(s): 1. Move the front seat forward and/or put the front seatback in an upright position so it does not interfere with folding the rear seatback forward. 2.
Page 44 5. Pull up on the knob located on the top of the seatback on the outboard side to release the seatback. 2-12...
Page 45 To raise the rear seatback(s): WARNING: WARNING: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly cause injury to the person sitting there. Always attached, or twisted will not provide the protection pull forward on the top of the seatback at the area needed in a crash.
Page 46: Safety Belts
Safety Belts WARNING: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, This section of the manual describes how to use inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people safety belts properly. It also describes some things not riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously to do with safety belts.
Page 47: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels. 2-15...
Page 48 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something. does not stop. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 2-16...
Page 49 or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense. 2-17...
Page 50 Questions and Answers About Safety If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from Belts home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a crash — even one that is not your fault — you and Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I your passenger(s) can be hurt.
Page 51: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children on page 2-33 or Infants and Young Children on page 2-36.
Page 52 What is wrong with this? WARNING: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt snugly against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose.
Page 53 What is wrong with this? WARNING: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 54 What is wrong with this? WARNING: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
Page 55 What is wrong with this? WARNING: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 56 What is wrong with this? WARNING: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 57 What is wrong with this? WARNING: You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 58 What is wrong with this? WARNING: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer/retailer to ﬁx it.
Page 59: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.
Page 60 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. shoulder belt. The belt should return to its stowed position. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the of the way.
Page 61 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front driver and right front passenger seating positions. outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt belt assembly.
Page 62: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat. If not, they are available through your dealer/retailer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults.
Page 63 WARNING: (Continued) The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
Page 64: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
To remove and store the comfort guide, squeeze the A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and belt edges together so that the safety belt can be the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, removed from the guide. Pull the guide upward to below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy.
Page 65: Child Restraints
Child Restraints The manufacturer’s instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt Older Children until the child passes the below ﬁt test: • Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue.
Page 66 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? WARNING: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face Never do this. or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the hips, Never allow two children to wear the same safety just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 67 WARNING: Never do this. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt.
Page 68: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children system is designed for them. Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance Children who are not restrained properly can strike other traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle.
Page 69 WARNING: (Continued) restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If you must secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. WARNING: Never do this.
Page 70 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? WARNING: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during Selection of a particular restraint should take a crash, infants need complete support.
Page 71: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems WARNING: A rear-facing infant seat (A) provides restraint A young child’s hip bones are still so small that with the seating surface the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain against the back of low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may the infant.
Page 72 Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle WARNING: A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle’s safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual.
Page 73: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this According to accident statistics, children and infants are manual.
Page 74 A label on the sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front.” This is because the risk WARNING: (Continued) to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear WARNING: seat, even if the airbag is off.
Page 75: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Lower Anchors Children (LATCH) The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system.
Page 76: Top Tether Anchor
Top Tether Anchor Your child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached.
Page 77 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor (Top Tether Anchor): Locations Seating position with a top tether anchor. (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. Front Passenger Seat — Panel and Rear Seat Delete Models Rear Seat To assist you in locating...
Page 78 To assist you in locating the top tether anchors, this symbol is located next to each top tether anchor. On vehicles equipped with rear seats, the top tether anchor symbols for the rear outboard positions are on the lower side of the quarter panels. The top tether Vehicles with Rear Seats anchor symbols for the rear center position are on the storage compartment and cargo mat, if equipped.
Page 79 If the vehicle is a panel van equipped with a cargo partition, see the “Cargo Partition Owner Manual Supplement” for the top tether anchor location and routing instructions. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed.
Page 80: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System WARNING: Do not attach more than one child restraint to a WARNING: single anchor. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to or attachment to come loose or even break during anchors, the child restraint will not be able to a crash.
Page 81 Notice: Do not let the LATCH attachments rub 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that against the vehicle’s safety belts. This may damage the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the these parts. If necessary, move buckled safety top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped.
Page 82 2.3. To secure a child restraint in the front 2.6. Route, attach, and tighten the top tether passenger position, only if your vehicle according to your child restraint instructions does not have rear seats, ﬁnd the top tether and the following instructions: anchor located on the passenger side If the position you are cargo ﬂoor behind the second row door.
Page 83 If the position you are If the position you are using does not have a using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint headrest or head restraint and you are using a and you are using a dual tether, route the tether dual tether, route the tether over the seatback.
Page 84: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be Seat Position attached. If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, When securing a child restraint in a rear seating you will be using the safety belt to secure the child position, study the instructions that came with the restraint in this position.
Page 85 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
Page 86: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 2-43 for more information. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 87 WARNING: (Continued) WARNING: Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a seriously injured or killed if the right front forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, passenger airbag inﬂates.
Page 88 Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored.
Page 89 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, the retractor to set the lock. pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 90: Airbag System
Airbag System 7. If the vehicle does not have a rear seat and your child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions regarding the The vehicle has the following airbags: use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and •...
Page 91 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: WARNING: WARNING: Be sure that cargo is not near an airbag. In a crash, an inﬂating airbag might force that object toward a person. This could cause severe injury You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if or even death.
Page 92 WARNING: WARNING: Airbags inﬂate with great force, faster than the Children who are up against, or very close to, any blink of an eye. Anyone who is up against, or very airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be or killed.
Page 93: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 4-27 for more information.
Page 94 Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. If your vehicle has roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, and second row outboard passengers, they are in the ceiling above the side windows. 2-62...
Page 95: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? WARNING: Frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver’s or If something is between an occupant and an right front passenger’s head and chest.
Page 96 Frontal airbags may inﬂate at different crash speeds. Your vehicle may or may not have roof-rail airbags. For example: See Airbag System on page 2-58. Roof-rail airbags are intended to inﬂate in moderate to severe side • If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbags crashes.In addition, these roof-rail airbags are intended could inﬂate at a different crash speed than if the to inﬂate during a rollover.
Page 97: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Frontal airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an stopping the occupant more gradually. Roof-rail airbags electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the distribute the force of the impact more evenly over inﬂator.
Page 98: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an Airbag WARNING: Inﬂates? After the frontal airbags inﬂate, they quickly deﬂate, When an airbag inﬂates, there may be dust in the so quickly that some people may not even realize an air. This dust could cause breathing problems for airbag inﬂated.
Page 99 In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. WARNING: Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. A crash severe enough to inﬂate the airbags may • Airbags are designed to inﬂate only once. After an have also damaged important functions in the airbag inﬂates, you will need some new parts for vehicle, such as the fuel system, brake and...
Page 100: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbag and roof-rail airbags are not affected If the vehicle has one of the passenger airbag status by the passenger sensing system. indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right The passenger sensing system works with sensors that...
Page 101 If the vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint, a rear-facing WARNING: child restraint should not be installed in the vehicle, even if the airbag is off. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off seriously injured or killed if the right front the right front passenger frontal airbag if:...
Page 102 For some children, including children in child restraints, 3. Remove any additional items from the seat such as and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or may or may not turn off the right front passenger frontal seat massagers.
Page 103 If the Off Indicator is Lit for an If this happens, use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the right front Adult-Size Occupant passenger frontal airbag: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove any additional material from the seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.
Page 104 Additional Factors Affecting System A wet seat can affect the performance of the passenger sensing system. Here is how: Operation • The passenger sensing system may turn off the Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the passenger airbag when liquid is soaked into the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps seat.
Page 105: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
WARNING: WARNING: Stowing of articles under the passenger seat or For up to 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off between the passenger seat cushion and seatback and the battery is disconnected, an airbag can still may interfere with the proper operation of the inﬂate during improper service.
Page 106: Adding Equipment To Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding Equipment to Your interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system. This could either prevent proper deployment Airbag-Equipped Vehicle of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing Is there anything I might add to or change System on page 2-68.
Page 107: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag Checking the Restraint Systems readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 4-27 for more information. Safety Belts Notice: If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, Now and then, check that the safety belt reminder light, or broken, the airbag may not work properly.
Page 108: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash, you may need new LATCH system After a Crash parts. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt or LATCH system (if equipped), was WARNING: not being used at the time of the crash.
Page 109: Features And Controls
Section 3 Features and Controls Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ....3-22 Keys ...............3-3 New Vehicle Break-In ........3-22 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ....3-4 Ignition Positions ..........3-22 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ....3-25 Operation ...........3-4 Starting the Engine ........3-25 Remote Vehicle Start ........3-7 Engine Coolant Heater ........3-27 Doors and Locks ..........3-9...
Page 110 Section 3 Features and Controls Object Detection Systems .......3-43 Rear Storage Area ........3-47 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ......3-43 Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover ..3-48 Roof Rack System ........3-50 Storage Areas ..........3-46 Convenience Net ..........3-50 Glove Box ...........3-46 Hideaway Rear Storage Bins ......3-51 Cupholders ..........3-46 Instrument Panel Storage .......3-47 Sunroof ............3-52...
Page 111: Keys
Keys WARNING: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
Page 112: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
The key has a bar-coded key tag that the dealer/retailer If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range, or qualiﬁed locksmith can use to make new keys. try this: Store this information in a safe place, not in your vehicle. •...
Page 113 Pressing may arm the content theft-deterrent system. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 3-19. (Unlock): Press once to unlock the driver door. If enabled through the DIC, the horn chirps to indicate unlocking has occurred. See “UNLOCK HORN” under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4-54 for more information.
Page 114: Battery Replacement
Remote Rear Door Operation (Panel) : Press and hold for about one second to open the rear driver side door. : Press and hold for about one second to open the rear passenger side door. Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work.
Page 115: Remote Vehicle Start
Remote Vehicle Start (Remote Vehicle Start): This button will be on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start. Your vehicle may have a remote start feature. This To start the engine using the remote start feature: feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle.
Page 116 If the remote start procedure is used again before the The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if: ﬁrst 10 minute time frame has ended, the ﬁrst • The remote start system is disabled through 10 minutes will immediately expire and the second the DIC.
Page 117: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks WARNING: (Continued) Door Locks • Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer WARNING: permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke.
Page 118: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks If any door is open when locking the vehicle, three chimes will sound signaling that the delayed locking feature is active. Five seconds after the last door The power door lock is closed, all of the doors and liftgate will lock. The turn switches are located on signal lamps will ﬂash to indicate that the doors have the driver’s and front...
Page 119: Programmable Automatic Door Unlock
Programmable Automatic Door Rear Door Security Locks Unlock Vehicles with rear door security locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. Your vehicle will automatically unlock all doors when the shift lever is moved into (P) Park for a vehicle with an On vehicles with this automatic transmission, and when the ignition is feature, the rear door...
Page 120: Lockout Protection
Lockout Protection To open a rear door while the security lock is on, do the following: If you press the power door lock switch when the key is 1. Unlock the door using the remote keyless entry in the ignition and any door is open, all the doors will transmitter, the power door lock switch, or by lock and the driver’s door will unlock.
Page 121: Liftgate
Liftgate WARNING: To lock the liftgate from the outside, press the lock button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. To unlock the liftgate with the RKE, press the unlock Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven button twice within ﬁve seconds.
Page 122 Manual Liftgate Release 2. Locate the release To manually open the liftgate, do the following: lever on the latch. The lever is located about three inches (7.62 cm) behind the trim in the access hole. 1. Remove the trim plug, located on the inside of the liftgate near the center.
Page 123 Push the release lever rearward. 4. The liftgate will unlatch when the lever is pushed rearward. Push the liftgate to open. 3. Insert a tool into the access hole. 5. Reinstall the trim plug. 3-15...
Page 124: Windows
Windows WARNING: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 125: Power Windows
Power Windows WARNING: Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will Driver’s Side Shown function and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
Page 126: Sun Visors
Express-Down Window Sun Visors The driver’s window switch has an express-down To block out glare, swing down the visor(s). The sun feature that allows the window to be lowered without visors can also be detached from the center mount and holding the switch.
Page 127: Disarming The System
Content Theft-Deterrent The security light turns on to indicate that arming has been initiated. Once the system is armed, the security light ﬂashes once every three seconds. Your vehicle may have a If the security light ﬂashes twice per second, a door content theft-deterrent is open.
Page 128: Pass-Key Iii+ Electronic Immobilizer
® How to Turn Off the System Alarm PASS-Key III+ Electronic Immobilizer Operation To turn off the system alarm, do one of the following: • Press the lock button on the RKE transmitter. ® Your vehicle has PASS-Key III+ (Personalized The system will then re-arm itself.
Page 129 If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to To program the new key: be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time, 1. Verify that the new key has a stamped on it. you may also want to check the fuse, see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 6-115.
Page 130: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Ignition Positions Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: • Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the ﬁrst 500 miles (805 km).
Page 131 ACC (ACC/ACCESSORY): This position operates (LOCK/OFF): This position locks the steering some of the electrical accessories. It unlocks the column when the key is removed. The key can only be steering wheel and ignition. removed in LOCK/OFF. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the shift (ON/RUN): This is the position in which you can lever must be in P (Park) to turn the ignition switch operate the electrical accessories and to display some...
Page 132 Column Lock Release For vehicles with an automatic transmission, the following procedure allows the ignition to be turned to LOCK/OFF and ignition key to be removed in case of a dead battery or low voltage battery. 1. Make sure the shift lever is in P (Park). 3.
Page 133: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Starting the Engine These vehicle accessories may be used for up to Place the transmission in the proper gear. 10 minutes after the engine is turned off. Automatic Transmission • Audio System Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The •...
Page 134: Starting Procedure
Starting Procedure 2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or −18°C), 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the it could be ﬂooded with too much gasoline. Push the ignition key to START.
Page 135: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater WARNING: The engine coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up in cold weather condition at or below 0°F (−18°C). Vehicles Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could with am engine coolant heater should be plugged in at cause an electrical shock.
Page 136: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation WARNING: If the vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever is located on the console between the seats. It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift There are several different lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake positions for the automatic ﬁrmly set.
Page 137 Make sure the shift lever is fully in P (Park) before N (Neutral): In this position, the engine does not starting the engine. The vehicle has an automatic connect with the wheels. To restart the engine when the transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) only.
Page 138 D (Drive): This position is for normal driving with the PERFORMANCE SHIFTING: If the vehicle has this automatic transmission. It provides the best fuel feature, it can detect a change in driving patterns while economy. If you need more power for passing and in the Intermediate position.
Page 139: Manual Transmission Operation
Manual Transmission Operation This is the shift pattern for SS models. Here is how to operate the manual transmission: This is the shift pattern for standard models. Notice: Do not rest your hand on the shift lever while driving. The pressure could cause premature wear in the transmission.
Page 140: Shift Speeds
2 (Second): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is accelerator pedal and shift into 2 (Second). Then, moving forward could damage the transmission. slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle accelerator pedal.
Page 141 Up-Shift Light No-Lift Upshift (SS Models) If the vehicle has the 2.0L turbo engine and manual If the vehicle has a manual transmission, it has the capability of No-Lift Upshifts. transmission, there may be This feature maximizes vehicle acceleration by allowing an up-shift light.
Page 142: Parking Brake
Parking Brake WARNING: If the front passenger seat back is folded down, the armrest may make it awkward to grab and pull up the parking brake lever. If the lever is not pulled up far enough, the vehicle may roll and you or others could be injured.
Page 143: Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)
Shifting Into Park If you forget to release your parking brake, a chime will sound and a warning message will be displayed (Automatic Transmission) when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph (8 km/h). See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4-48.
Page 144 Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) Running (Automatic Transmission) If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift into P (Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. WARNING: You may ﬁnd it difficult to pull the shift lever out of P (Park).
Page 145: Shifting Out Of Park (Automatic Transmission)
Shifting Out of Park If you still are unable to shift out of P (Park): 1. Fully release the shift lever button. (Automatic Transmission) 2. While holding down the brake pedal, press the shift This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock lever button again.
Page 146: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn WARNING: (Continued) • WARNING: The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different. • The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts damage. under the vehicle and ignite. Do not park over •...
Page 147: Running The Vehicle While Parked
Running the Vehicle While Parked WARNING: It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in WARNING: P (Park) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 148: Mirrors
Mirrors Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle. The dimming feature comes on and Manual Rearview Mirror the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is started. Hold the inside rearview mirror in the center to move it for a clearer view behind your vehicle.
Page 149: Compass Calibration
Compass Calibration To adjust for compass variance: 1. Find the current location and variance zone number If after a few seconds the display does not show a on the following zone map. compass direction, (N for North for example), there may be a strong magnetic ﬁeld interfering with the compass.
Page 150: Outside Power Mirrors
Outside Power Mirrors Outside Convex Mirror Controls for the outside power mirrors are located WARNING: on the driver door armrest. A convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on the right.
Page 151: Object Detection Systems
Object Detection Systems WARNING: (Continued) Rear Vision Camera (RVC) So if you do not use proper care before backing The vehicle may have a Rear Vision Camera system. up, you could hit a vehicle, child, pedestrian, Read this entire section before using it. bicyclist, or pet, resulting in vehicle damage, injury, or death.
Page 152 Turning the Rear Vision Camera System Rear Vision Camera Location Off or On The camera is located in the rear of the vehicle. To turn off the rear vision camera system, press and hold , located on the inside rearview mirror, until the left indicator light turns off.
Page 153 When the System Does Not Seem To Work Properly The rear vision camera system might not work properly or display a clear image if: • The RVC is turned off. See “Turning the Rear Camera System On or Off” earlier in this section. •...
Page 154: Storage Areas
Storage Areas The rear vision camera system display in the rearview mirror may turn off or not appear as expected due to one of the following conditions. If this occurs the left Glove Box indicator light on the mirror will ﬂash. •...
Page 155: Instrument Panel Storage
Instrument Panel Storage Rear Storage Area The vehicle has a storage compartment on the instrument panel above the air vents. Push the button on the compartment to open the cover. Floor Console Storage Area There are two small storage compartments on the ﬂoor console.
Page 156: Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover
Rear Compartment Storage To use the panel in the lowest position: The panel can be used in this position if additional Panel/Cover space above the panel is needed. Cargo can be placed on top of the panel in this position. The vehicle could have an adjustable panel/cargo cover feature.
Page 157 The center position is with the front corners placed in the lower guides and the rear corners placed in the upper guides. Do not load cargo on the panel in this position. The last position is with the front corners in the lower guides, panel sideways, closest to the rear seat for subﬂoor access.
Page 158: Roof Rack System
Roof Rack System Notice: Loading cargo directly on the roof of the vehicle may cause damage to the vehicle and would not be covered under warranty. Do not place The vehicle may have a roof rack system. cargo on the roof the vehicle. To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving, check WARNING: to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely...
Page 159: Hideaway Rear Storage Bins
Hideaway Rear Storage Bins There is a rod that hooks into place to prop open the lid. Push the rod towards the lid to unhook it and lower the lid. The vehicle may have two storage bins located in the rear of the vehicle.
Page 160: Sunroof
Sunroof Vent Open: To open to the vent position from the closed position, press and hold the passenger’s side sunroof switch forward. The rear of the sunroof panel will The vehicle may have a power sunroof. tilt upward to the full vent position. The sunshade must be opened manually.
Page 161: Instrument Panel
Section 4 Instrument Panel Climate Controls ..........4-18 Instrument Panel Overview .......4-3 Climate Control System .........4-18 Hazard Warning Flashers ........4-3 Outlet Adjustment .........4-21 Horn .............4-3 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ....4-21 Tilt Wheel .............4-3 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......4-4 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ....4-23 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......4-4 Instrument Panel Cluster ........4-24 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ....4-5...
Page 162 Section 4 Instrument Panel Fog Lamp Light ..........4-38 Audio System(s) ..........4-60 Highbeam On Light ........4-39 Setting the Clock ..........4-61 Fuel Gage ...........4-39 Radio(s) ............4-62 Boost Gage ..........4-40 Using an MP3 ..........4-74 Reconﬁgurable Performance Display (RPD) ..4-40 XM Radio Messages ........4-80 ®...
Page 163: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel lets the steering wheel be adjusted before Hazard Warning Flashers driving. (Hazard Warning Flasher): Press this button located on the instrument panel, to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble.
Page 164: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane-Change Signals An arrow on the instrument panel cluster ﬂashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to ﬂash to signal a lane change.
Page 165: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Windshield Wipers To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam, push the turn signal lever away from you. This indicator light appears on the instrument panel cluster when the high beams are on. To change the headlamps from high beam to low beam, The windshield wiper lever is on the right side of the pull the turn signal lever toward you.
Page 166: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer (Delay/Intermittent Speed Sensitive): When the lever is in the delay position, turn the band up for more To wash the windshield, press the button at the end of frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. the lever until the washers begin. During intermittent wiping mode, the delay cycle time is sensitive to vehicle speed.
Page 167: Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Rear Window Wiper/Washer (Delay): Press to turn on the intermittent wiping setting that has a longer delay. The rear window washer/wiper button is (Washer Fluid): Press to wash and wipe the located on the instrument window. panel below the climate The rear window washer uses the same ﬂuid reservoir controls.
Page 168: Cruise Control
Cruise Control Setting Cruise Control With cruise control, a speed of about 40 km (25 mph) or WARNING: more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds below 40 km (25 mph). If you leave your cruise control on when you are not The brake must be applied at least one time, after the using cruise, you might hit a button and go into...
Page 169: Resuming A Set Speed
When the brakes are applied or the clutch pedal is (On/Off): Press to turn the cruise control system on used, the cruise control shuts off. and off. The indicator light on the button comes on when the cruise control is on and goes off when If the vehicle is in cruise control and the Traction the cruise control is turned off.
Page 170 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Passing Another Vehicle While Using Control Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, the vehicle 1.
Page 171: Headlamps
Headlamps (Off/On): This position is the momentary Off/On switch for the Automatic Headlamp System. In Canada, this only works when the vehicles with an automatic transmission are in P (Park) and vehicles with a manual transmission have the parking brake set and the vehicle is not moving.
Page 172: Headlamps On Reminder
Headlamps on Reminder For vehicles with an Automatic Transmission, the DRL system is off any time the vehicle is in P (Park). If the drivers door is opened with the ignition off and the For vehicles with a Manual Transmission, the DRL lamps on, a warning chime will sound.
Page 173: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the automatic lamp control system so that driving under bridges or bright overhead For vehicles with fog lamps, the button is located on the street lights does not affect the system.
Page 174: Instrument Panel Brightness
Instrument Panel Brightness Entry/Exit Lighting The lamps inside the vehicle turn on when any door is The control for this feature is located to the right of opened. These lamps will fade out after about 20 seconds after all of the doors have been closed or the steering wheel when the ignition is turned to ON/RUN.
Page 175: Electric Power Management
Electric Power Management EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery. It does this by balancing the generator’s output and the vehicle’s electrical needs. It can increase This vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM), engine idle speed to generate more power, whenever an advanced control system.
Page 176: Accessory Power Outlet(S)
Accessory Power Outlet(s) Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a Accessory power outlets can be used to connect problem, see your dealer/retailer for additional electrical equipment, such as a cellular phone.
Page 177 Rear Power Plug for Converters This plug can be used to supply power to commercial converters and contains four different circuits. The functions of these circuits are as follows; a 40 Amp battery service, a 10 Amp Accessory or Run service, a 15 Amp Delayed Accessory service and a Ground circuit.
Page 178: Ashtray(S) And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter Climate Controls The vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter. Climate Control System To use the lighter, located on the instrument panel below the climate controls, push it in all the way and let The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can go.
Page 179 (Off): Turn the fan control to this position to turn (Defog): This mode clears the windows of fog or the fan off. moisture. Air is directed to the windshield, side window, and ﬂoor outlets. In this mode, the system runs the Temperature Control: Turn clockwise or air conditioning compressor.
Page 180: Rear Window Defogger
For quick cool down on hot days: This mode recirculates and helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle. It can be used to help prevent 1. Select outside air and odors from entering the vehicle. 2. Select The air conditioning compressor also comes on. 3.
Page 181: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment The rear window defogger turns off approximately 15 minutes after the button is pressed. If turned on again, the defogger only runs for approximately Turn the outlets and move the outlet vanes to change the seven minutes before turning off. direction of the airﬂow and to open and close the outlets.
Page 182 To access the passenger compartment air ﬁlter: 1. Open and empty the glove box. 3. Pull the three tabs of the ﬁlter access door down and open the access door downward. 2. Press both glove box stops outward to let the glove box drop open completely.
Page 183: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gages could prevent injury. Warning lights come on when there might be or there is a problem with one of the vehicle’s functions.
Page 184: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster United States Manual Transmission Cluster shown, Automatic, SS and Canada similar 4-24...
Page 185: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer The tachometer The speedometer shows the speed in both kilometers displays the engine per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph). speed in revolutions The vehicle’s odometer works together with the Driver per minute (rpm). Information Center (DIC). Trip A and Trip B can be set on the odometer.
Page 186: Safety Belt Reminders
Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light For vehicles equipped with the passenger safety Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light belt reminder light, several seconds after the engine is started, a chime sounds for several seconds to When the engine is started, a chime sounds for remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt.
Page 187: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light WARNING: The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for possible malfunctions. If the light stays on it indicates there is an electrical problem. The system check If the airbag readiness light stays on after the includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and means the airbag system might not be working...
Page 188: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol If the vehicle has one of the passenger airbag status to let you know the status of the right front passenger indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the frontal airbag.
Page 189: Charging System Light
Charging System Light Up-Shift Light This light comes on brieﬂy The vehicle may have an when the ignition key is up-shift light. turned on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. It should go out once the engine is running. If it stays When this light comes on, shift to the next higher gear if on, or comes on while driving, there could be a problem weather, road, and traffic conditions allow.
Page 190: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light also comes on when the parking brake is set. The light stays on if the parking brake does not fully release. The vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into If it stays on after the parking brake is fully released, two parts.
Page 191: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
Antilock Brake System (ABS) If the ABS light stays on, turn the ignition off. If the light comes on while driving, stop as soon as it is safely Warning Light possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system.
Page 192: Enhanced Traction System (Ets) Indicator/Warning Light
Enhanced Traction System (ETS) If the indicator/warning light is on and ﬂashing, the ETS is actively working. The LOW TRACTION DIC Indicator/Warning Light message also appears when the system is actively limiting wheel spin. For vehicles with the See Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 5-11 Enhanced Traction System and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4-48 for more (ETS), this light serves...
Page 193: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Engine Coolant Temperature This light, along with the appropriate Driver Information Center (DIC) messages, indicates when the ESC Warning Light system and the TCS are working or are disabled. If the light comes on and stays on, the TCS and This light comes on brieﬂy potentially the ESC system have been disabled.
Page 194: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Tire Pressure Light The vehicle has an engine coolant temperature gage. With the ignition turned to ON/RUN, this gage shows the engine coolant temperature. For vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system, this light comes on brieﬂy when the engine is started. It provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
Page 195: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
When the Light Flashes First and Then is This light should come on when the ignition is on, but On Steady the engine is not running, This indicates that there may be a problem with the Tire as a check to show it Pressure Monitor System.
Page 196 Notice: Modiﬁcations made to the engine, If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to do so, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park the vehicle. vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart other than those of the same Tire Performance the engine.
Page 197: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
• Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Make sure to fuel the vehicle with quality fuel. Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run Programs as efficiently as designed and can cause: stalling after start-up, stalling when the vehicle is changed Some state/provincial and local governments have or into gear, misﬁring, hesitation on acceleration, might begin programs to inspect the emission control...
Page 198: Maintenance Schedule
Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not ﬂowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem. Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle’s security system, see Content Theft-Deterrent...
Page 199: Highbeam On Light
Highbeam On Light Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gage: This light comes on when • At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the high-beam headlamps the gage reads full.
Page 200: Boost Gage
Boost Gage Reconﬁgurable Performance Display (RPD) For vehicles with the RPD, the screen displays information that can be used to monitor vehicle performance. The RPD knob located next to the screen is used to conﬁgure the display and select information to be viewed.
Page 201 The RPD screen displays two divided areas (A, B) of SPARK ADVANCE/ KNOCK RETARD: The spark information called Regions. Advance through Region A advance gage displays ignition timing. Knock retard screens to show various gages and speedometer indicates the amount of ignition delay to reduce spark displays.
Page 202 Region B Readout Displays Readouts #3 Press the RPD knob to highlight Region B. The BAROMETER: Displays ambient air pressure as information displayed can be changed by turning the measured by the engine’s ambient pressure sensor. RPD knob either clockwise or counterclockwise. OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE: Displays ambient Press the RPD knob again, to store the selection.
Page 203 INDICATORS The indicators come on when the corresponding function is actively working to stabilize or control the vehicle. Each indicator light on the RPD display can be turned on and off using the SETUP MENU. These indicators work independently of the telltales on the instrument panel cluster.
Page 204: Setup Menu
SETUP MENU Selecting a SETUP MENU Option 1. Under SETUP MENU there are six menu options to The SETUP MENU allows for the appearance of each choose. Turn the RPD knob to highlight an option. display screen to be customized. Turn the knob to scroll through the screens to reach the SETUP MENU.
Page 205 Applying a SETUP MENU Option INDICATORS ON/OFF: Select on or off for each indicator by turning the RPD knob to highlight ON or After each screen is customized, use this procedure to OFF. Press and Release the RPD knob to apply apply the change and return to the SETUP MENU.
Page 206: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) Press and hold the information and reset buttons at the same time for one second, then release the buttons to enter the personalization menu. See DIC Vehicle Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). Personalization on page 4-54 for more information. The DIC display gives you the status of many of your vehicle’s systems.
Page 207 TRIP A or TRIP B MPG (L/100 KM) AVG (Average) Press the information button until TRIP A or TRIP B Press the information button until MPG (L/100 KM) AVG display. These modes show the current distance displays. This mode shows how many miles per traveled since the last reset for each trip odometer in gallon (mpg) or liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) your either miles (mi) or kilometers (km).
Page 208: Dic Warnings And Messages
AV (Average) SPEED Tire Pressure Press the information button until AV SPEED displays. If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor System This mode shows the vehicle’s average speed in (TPMS), the pressure for each tire can be viewed in the miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h).
Page 209: Brake Fluid
AUTO (Automatic) LIGHTS OFF CHECK GAS CAP This message displays if the automatic headlamp This message displays if the fuel cap has not been fully system is disabled with the headlamp switch. tightened. Recheck the fuel cap to make sure that it See Automatic Headlamp System on page 4-12 for is on properly.
Page 210: Door Ajar
CRUISE ENGAGED ESC (Electronic Stability Control) ACTIVE This message displays when the cruise control system If your vehicle has Electronic Stability Control (ESC), is active. See Cruise Control on page 4-8 for more this message displays and the ESC/TCS light on information.
Page 211: Launch Control
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) OFF KEY FOB BATT (Battery) LOW If your vehicle has Electronic Stability Control (ESC), This message displays if the Remote Keyless Entry this message displays and the ESC/TCS light on (RKE) transmitter battery is low. Replace the battery in the instrument panel cluster comes on solid when ESC the transmitter.
Page 212: Power Steering
LOW TRACTION SERVICE AIR BAG If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System (ETS) This message displays when there is a problem with the or Traction Control System (TCS), this message airbag system. Have your vehicle serviced by your displays and the ETS light or the ESC/TCS light on the dealer/retailer immediately.
Page 213 SERVICE TRACTION SVC (Service) TIRE MONITOR If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System (ETS) If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor System or Traction Control System (TCS), this message (TPMS), this message displays if a part on the TPMS is displays and a chime sounds when the system is not not working properly.
Page 214: Dic Vehicle Personalization
TRACTION OFF To change feature settings, use the following procedure: Entering Personalization Menu If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System (ETS) or Traction Control System (TCS), this message 1. Turn the ignition on while the vehicle is stopped. displays and the ETS light or the ESC/TCS light on the instrument panel cluster comes on solid when the To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it is system is turned off.
Page 215: Remote Start
Personalization Menu Modes REMOTE START If your vehicle has remote start, this feature allows OIL LIFE RESET remote start to be turned off or on. Remote start allows When this feature is displayed, you can reset the engine you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle oil life system.
Page 216: Unlock Horn
LOCK HORN UNLOCK HORN This feature, which allows the vehicle’s horn to chirp This feature, which allows the vehicle’s horn to chirp on every time the lock button on the Remote Keyless the ﬁrst press of the unlock button on the Remote Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed, can be enabled or Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, can be enabled or disabled.
Page 217: Delay Lock
LIGHT FLASH DELAY LOCK This feature, which allows the vehicle’s exterior This feature, which delays the actual locking of the hazard/turn signal lighting to ﬂash every time the lock or vehicle, can be enabled or disabled. When DELAY unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) LOCK appears on the display, press and hold the reset transmitter is pressed, can be enabled or disabled.
Page 218: Automatic Transmission Only
AUTO UNLK (Unlock) UNLK (Unlock) (Automatic Transmission Only) This feature, which allows the vehicle to automatically unlock certain doors, can be enabled or disabled. This screen displays only if your vehicle has an When AUTO UNLK appears on the display, press and automatic transmission and DRIVER or ALL is selected hold the reset button for at least one second to for the AUTO UNLK feature.
Page 219 EXT (Exterior) LIGHTS LANGUAGE This feature, which allows the vehicle’s exterior This feature allows you to select the language in which perimeter lighting to turn on each time the unlock button the DIC will display. When LANGUAGE appears on on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is the display, press and hold the reset button for at least pressed, can be enabled or disabled.
Page 220: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Notice: Contact your dealer/retailer before adding any equipment. Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the Adding audio or communication equipment could following pages to become familiar with its features. interfere with the operation of the vehicle’s engine, radio, or other systems, and could damage them.
Page 221: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock With Date Display Radio with CD (MP3) and USB Port, and Without Date Display Radio with Single CD (MP3) Player AM/FM Base Radio with a Single CD Player To set the time and date: To set the time: 1.
Page 222: Radio(S)
Radio(s) The date does not automatically display. To see the date press while the radio is on. The date with display times out after a few seconds and goes back to the normal radio and time display. To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change the date default setting from month/day/year to day/month/year: 1.
Page 223 Radio Data System (RDS) The radio may have RDS. The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. This system relies upon receiving speciﬁc information from these stations and only works when the information is available. While the radio is tuned to an FM-RDS station, the station name or call letters display.
Page 224: Playing The Radio
Playing the Radio Finding a Station BAND: Press to choose between FM1, FM2, AM, or (Power/Volume): Press to turn the system on XM™ (if equipped) on the Radio with CD (Base). Press and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume. to choose between FM, AM, XM (if equipped) on the Speed Compensated Volume (SCV): Radios with Radio with CD (MP3) and USB Port or the Radio...
Page 225 ¨ For vehicles with XM, MP3, WMA, or RDS features, SEEK: Press to seek or scan stations with a strong press to display additional text information related to signal in the selected band. the current FM-RDS or XM station; or CD, MP3, •...
Page 226 FAV (Favorites): A maximum of 36 stations can be 3. Select the desired number of favorites pages by stored as favorites using the six softkeys located below pressing the softkey located below the displayed the radio station frequency tabs and by using the page numbers.
Page 227 Storing a Radio Station as a Preset To adjust the tone settings on the Radio with CD (MP3) and USB Port or the Radio with CD (MP3): Radios that have numbered pushbuttons store radio 1. Press until the tone control tabs display. stations as presets.
Page 228: Adjusting The Speakers (Balance/Fade)
The radio may also be capable of adjusting all tone 3. Turn to adjust the highlighted setting. and speaker controls to the middle position by The highlighted setting can also be adjusted by pressing for more than two seconds until the pressing either SEEK arrow.
Page 229 Finding a Category (CAT) Station Undesired XM categories can be removed through the setup menu. To remove an undesired category: (XM Satellite Radio Service Only) 1. Press MENU to display the radio setup menu. CAT (Category): The radio may have the CAT button 2.
Page 230: Loading A Cd
Radio Messages Loading a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Calibration Error: Displays if the radio is no longer The player pulls it in and the CD begins playing. calibrated properly for the vehicle. The vehicle must be returned to your dealer/retailer for service.
Page 231 RDM (Random): Tracks can be listened to in random, (Tune): Turn to select tracks on the CD currently rather than sequential order. playing. To use random: © SEEK: Press to go to the start of the current track, 1. Press the softkey below RDM tab until Random if more than ten seconds have played.
Page 232: Care Of Cds
CD Messages Care of CDs Store CD(s) in their original cases or other protective CHECK DISC: If an error message displays and/or the cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. The CD CD comes out, it could be for one of the following player scans the bottom of the disc.
Page 233: Using The Auxiliary Input Jack
Notice: If a label is added to a CD, or more than To use a portable audio player, connect a 3.5 mm one CD is inserted into the slot at a time, or an (1/8 in) cable to the radio’s front auxiliary input jack. attempt is made to play scratched or damaged CDs, When a device is connected, press the radio CD/AUX the CD player could be damaged.
Page 234: Using An Mp3
Using the USB Port Using an MP3 Radio’s with a USB port can control a USB storage Format ® device or an iPod using the radio buttons and knobs. See Using an MP3 on page 4-74 for information Radios that have the capability of playing MP3’s can about how to connect and control a USB storage device play .mp3 or .wma ﬁles that were recorded onto a CD-R or an iPod.
Page 235 USB Supported File and Folder Structure Order of Play Tracks are played in the following order: The radio supports: • • Play begins from the ﬁrst track in the ﬁrst playlist Up to 700 folders. and continues sequentially through all tracks in •...
Page 236 Preprogrammed Playlists FWD (Fast Forward): Press and hold to advance playback quickly. Sound is heard at a reduced CDs that have preprogrammed playlists that were volume and the elapsed time of the ﬁle displays. created using WinAmp™, MusicMatch™, or Real Release FWD to resume playing.
Page 237: Connecting A Usb Storage Device ® Or Ipod
Connecting a USB Storage Device When the scan is ﬁnished, the disc begins playing ﬁles in order by artist. The current artist playing is shown ® or iPod on the second line of the display. Once all songs by that artist are played, the player moves to the next artist in The USB Port can be used to control an iPod or a alphabetical order and begins playing ﬁles by that artist.
Page 238: Using Softkeys To Control A Usb Storage Device Or Ipod
Using the Radio to Control a USB Using Softkeys to Control a USB Storage Device or iPod Storage Device or iPod The radio can control a USB storage device or an iPod The ﬁve softkeys below the radio display are used to using the radio buttons and knobs and display song control the functions listed below.
Page 239 • Genres 3. Press to select the desired folder. If there is more then one folder, repeat Steps 1 and 2 until • Songs the desired folder is reached. • Composers 4. Turn to scroll through the ﬁles in the selected To select ﬁles: folder.
Page 240: Xm Radio Messages
Repeat Functionality (Shuffle All Songs / Shuffle Songs): Press the < softkey below to shuffle all songs on To use Repeat: the USB storage device or iPod. " Press the softkey below to select between Repeat All and Repeat Track. <...
Page 241 Loading XM: The audio system is acquiring and CAT Not Found: There are no channels available for processing audio and text data. No action is needed. the selected category. The system is working properly. This message should disappear shortly. XM Theftlocked: The XM receiver in the vehicle Channel Off Air: This channel is not currently in could have previously been in another vehicle.
Page 242: Bluetooth
® Bluetooth Audio System When using the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, sound Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a Bluetooth comes through the vehicle’s front audio system speakers capable cell phone with a Hands Free Proﬁle to make and overrides the audio system. Use the audio system and receive phone calls.
Page 243: Pairing A Phone
Pairing Pairing a Phone 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system A Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the in-vehicle Bluetooth system ﬁrst and then connected to responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. the vehicle before it can be used. See the cell phone 2.
Page 244: Storing Name Tags
Listing All Paired and Connected Phones Linking to a Different Phone 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2.
Page 245 Using the Store Command 5. Say a name tag for the phone number. The name tag is recorded and the system responds with The store command allows a phone number to be “About to store <name tag>. Does that sound OK?”. stored without entering the digits individually.
Page 246: Deleting Name Tags
Deleting Name Tags 4. After the complete number has been entered, say “Store”. The system responds with “Please say the The system uses the following commands to delete name tag” followed by a tone. name tags: 5. Say a name tag for the phone number. The name •...
Page 247: Making A Call
Using the Delete All Name Tags Command Using the Dial Command 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system The delete all name tags command deletes all stored phone book name tags and route name tags for OnStar, responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. if present.
Page 248: Using The Call Command
• 4. Continue entering digits until the number to be If the system is unsure it recognizes the right dialed is complete. After the whole number has name tag, it conﬁrms the name tag followed been entered, say “Dial”. The system responds with by a tone.
Page 249: Call Waiting
Call Waiting Ending a Call Call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth phone Press to end a call. and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. Muting a Call • Press to answer an incoming call when another call is active.
Page 250: Transferring A Call
Transferring a Call Voice Pass-Thru Voice Pass-Thru allows access to the voice recognition Audio can be transferred between the in-vehicle commands on the cell phone. See the cell phone Bluetooth system and the cell phone. manufacturers user guide to see if the cell phone To Transfer Audio to the Cell Phone supports this feature.
Page 251: Other Information
Sending a Number During a Call 3. Say the name tag to send. • If the system clearly recognizes the name tag it 1. Press . The system responds with “Ready” responds with “OK, Sending <name tag>” and followed by a tone. the dial tones are sent and the call continues.
Page 252: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Theft-Deterrent Feature (Next / Previous): Press to change radio stations, select tracks on a CD, or to select tracks and ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of the ® navigate folders on an iPod or USB device. vehicle’s radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle To change radio stations: Identiﬁcation Number (VIN).
Page 253: Radio Reception
Radio Reception To navigate folders on an iPod or USB device: 1. Press and hold while listening to a song Frequency interference and static can occur during until the contents of the current folder display on normal radio reception if items such as cell phone the radio display.
Page 254: Fixed Mast Antenna
XM™ Satellite Radio Service Occasionally check to make sure the antenna is tightened to its base. If tightening is required, tighten by XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception hand until fully seated plus one quarter turn. from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada.
Page 255: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 5 Driving Your Vehicle Driving at Night ..........5-17 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ....5-2 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ....5-18 Defensive Driving ...........5-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......5-19 Drunk Driving ..........5-2 Highway Hypnosis ........5-19 Control of a Vehicle ........5-3 Hill and Mountain Roads ........5-20 Braking ............5-3...
Page 256: Your Driving, The Road, And The Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Drunk Driving the Vehicle WARNING: Defensive Driving Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your Defensive driving means “always expect the reﬂexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment unexpected.” The ﬁrst step in driving defensively is to can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol.
Page 257: Control Of A Vehicle
Braking For persons under 21, it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological, and developmental reasons for See Brake System Warning Light on page 4-30. these laws. Braking action involves perception time and reaction The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway time.
Page 258: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive system might not be receiving the intended brake boost in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy and the SVC BRAKE SYSTEM DIC message may be braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is displayed.
Page 259: Braking In Emergencies
Braking in Emergencies Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is what At some time, nearly every driver gets into a situation happens with ABS: that requires hard braking.
Page 260: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
Brake Assist Electronic Stability Control (ESC) If this vehicle has ESC with ABS, it also has a Brake The vehicle has an Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Assist feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or system which combines antilock brake, and traction and decreasing vehicle speed in emergency driving stability control systems that help the driver maintain conditions.
Page 261 This light ﬂashes on the The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system is instrument panel cluster automatically enabled whenever the vehicle is started. when the ESC system To assist the driver with vehicle directional control, is on and activated. especially in slippery road conditions, always leave the system on.
Page 262: Competitive Driving Mode
Competitive Driving Mode When the ESC system is turned off, the TRACTION OFF and ESC OFF messages appear, and the (SS Models Only) ESC/TCS light comes on to warn the driver that both traction control and ESC are disabled. The driver can select this optional handling mode by pressing the ESC/TCS button on the console two times It is recommended that the system remain on for normal quickly.
Page 263: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Launch Control (SS Models Only) Traction Control System (TCS) Launch Control is a form of traction control, to control The vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS) that tire spin while launching the vehicle during closed track limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery events and competitive driving.
Page 264 If the vehicle is in cruise control while TCS begins to To turn the system off or limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically on, press and release the disengage. The cruise control can be re-engaged when ESC/TCS button located road conditions allow.
Page 265: Enhanced Traction System (Ets)
Notice: If the wheel(s) of one axle are allowed to Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affect spin excessively while the ESC/TCS, ABS and Brake the vehicle’s performance. See Accessories and warning lights and the SERVICE ESC and/or Modiﬁcations on page 6-3 for more information. SERVICE TRACTION messages are displayed, the differential could be damaged.
Page 266 If the ETS indicator/warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the transmission shift lever is in any position other than L (Low), the vehicle may need service. When this light is on solid, the system will not limit wheel spin.
Page 267: Limited-Slip Differential
Steering When the system is turned off, the ETS indicator/warning light will come on and stay on and the TRACTION OFF message will be displayed when the gear shift is in Electric Power Steering L (Low). The indicator/warning light and message will not come on when the gear shift is in R (Reverse).
Page 268: Steering Tips
Steering Tips as much speed as possible from a collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left or right depending on It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed. the space available. Traction in a curve depends on the condition of the tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and vehicle speed.
Page 269: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery Passing The vehicle’s right wheels can drop off the edge of a Passing another vehicle on a two-lane road can be road onto the shoulder while driving. dangerous. To reduce the risk of danger while passing: • Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass.
Page 270 Skidding If the vehicle has Electronic Stability Control (ESC), the ESC might activate. See Electronic Stability Control In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. (ESC) on page 5-6. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving gravel, or other material is on the road.
Page 271: Racing Or Other Competitive Driving
Racing or Other Competitive Driving Night driving tips include: • Drive defensively. See your warranty book before using your vehicle for • Do not drink and drive. racing or other competitive driving. After reviewing your warranty book, please see the GM Performance •...
Page 272: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction your vehicle’s tires so they actually ride on the and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always water.
Page 273: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Before Leaving on a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing. while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, ﬁnd a safe place to park your vehicle and rest.
Page 274: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads WARNING: Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on ﬂat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with the ignition • off is dangerous. The brakes will have to do all the Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape.
Page 275: Winter Driving
Winter Driving If the vehicle has the Traction Control System (TCS) on page 5-9 or Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 5-11, it improves the ability to accelerate on Driving on Snow or Ice slippery roads, but slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions.
Page 276 Blizzard Conditions WARNING: (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, • Check again from time to time to be sure use the Roadside Assistance Program on page 8-6. To snow does not collect there.
Page 277: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice, Or Snow
To save fuel, run the engine for only short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off WARNING: and close the window most of the way to save heat. Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold.
Page 278: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Loading the Vehicle Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the It is very important to know how much weight your area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction vehicle can carry. Two labels on your vehicle system.
Page 279 Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Information label also lists the tire size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inﬂation pressures (D). For more information on tires and inﬂation, see Tires on page 6-54 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-62.
Page 280 The resulting ﬁgure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be ﬁve 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 −...
Page 281 Example 2 Example 3 Item Description Total Item Description Total Maximum Vehicle Maximum Vehicle 1,000 lbs 1,000 lbs Capacity Weight for Capacity Weight for (453 kg) (453 kg) Example 2 = Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant 1,000 lbs Weight 150 lbs 750 lbs (340 kg) Weight 200 lbs...
Page 282 Certiﬁcation Label The Certiﬁcation/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To ﬁnd out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle.
Page 283: Towing
Towing If you put things inside your vehicle — like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else — they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to Towing Your Vehicle stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going.
Page 284: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Recreational Vehicle Towing Dinghy Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle – such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing. Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground.
Page 285: Dolly Towing
Dolly Towing To prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed, remove the following fuse from the ﬂoor ® console fuse block: 8 (Ignition Switch, PASS-Key III+). See Floor Console Fuse Block on page 6-116 for more information. Remember to reinstall the fuse once the destination has been reached.
Page 286: Towing A Trailer (Automatic Transmission)
Towing a Trailer The vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with an automatic transmission and the proper trailer towing (Automatic Transmission) equipment. If the vehicle is not equipped as stated above, do not tow a trailer. To identify the trailering capacity of the vehicle, read the information in “Weight of the Trailer”...
Page 287: Pulling A Trailer
Pulling A Trailer Three important considerations have to do with weight: • The weight of the trailer Here are some important points: • The weight of the trailer tongue • There are many different laws, including speed limit • restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure The total weight on the vehicle’s tires the rig will be legal, not only where you live but Weight of the Trailer...
Page 288: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 289 Trailering may be limited by the vehicle’s ability to carry Since the rear axle already weighs 2,700 lbs (1 225 kg), tongue weight. Tongue weight cannot cause the vehicle adding 1,275 lbs (578 kg) brings the total to 3,975 lbs to exceed the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or (1 803 kg).
Page 290 Hitches But the effect on the rear axle must still be considered. Because the rear axle now weighs 3,100 lbs (1 406 kg), It is important to have the correct hitch equipment. 900 lbs (408 kg) can be put on the rear axle without Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are exceeding RGAWR.
Page 291: Driving With A Trailer
Safety Chains Before starting, check all trailer hitch parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connectors, lamps, Always attach chains between the vehicle and the tires and mirror adjustments. If the trailer has electric trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the brakes, start the vehicle and trailer moving and trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure...
Page 292: Driving On Grades
Backing Up Driving on Grades Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Notice: Do not tow on steep continuous grades Then, to move the trailer to the left, move that hand exceeding 6 miles (9.6 km). Extended, higher to the left.
Page 293: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: • start the engine, WARNING: • shift into a gear, and • Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer release the parking brake. attached can be dangerous.
Page 294: (Manual Transmission)
Maintenance When Trailer Towing Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a The cooling system may temporarily overheat during trailer. See this manual’s Maintenance Schedule severe operating conditions. See Engine Overheating on or Index for more information. Things that are especially page 6-34.
Page 295: Service And Appearance Care
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Engine Coolant ..........6-29 Service ............6-3 Engine Overheating ........6-34 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......6-3 Windshield Washer Fluid ........6-36 California Proposition 65 Warning .....6-4 Brakes ............6-37 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ..6-4 Battery ............6-40 Doing Your Own Service Work ......6-4 Jump Starting ..........6-40 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ............6-5...
Page 296 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Buying New Tires .........6-70 Weatherstrips ..........6-109 Different Size Tires and Wheels ......6-72 Washing Your Vehicle ........6-109 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......6-72 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....6-110 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ....6-74 Finish Care ..........6-110 Wheel Replacement ........6-74 Windshield and Wiper Blades .......6-111 Tire Chains ..........6-75...
Page 297: Service
Service Accessories and Modiﬁcations When non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added to For service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer. the vehicle, they can affect vehicle performance and You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and safety, including such things as airbags, braking, supported service people.
Page 298: California Proposition 65 Warning
California Proposition 65 Warning Doing Your Own Service Work Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to WARNING: cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many ﬂuids, and some component wear by-products You can be injured and the vehicle could be contain and/or emit these chemicals.
Page 299: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of The Vehicle
Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Record on page 7-14. Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle Things added to the outside of the vehicle can affect the airﬂow around it.
Page 300: Gasoline Octane
If the vehicle has the 2.2L L4 engine (VIN Code B) or acceleration could be slightly reduced, and a slight the 2.4L L4 engine (VIN Code V), you can use audible knocking noise, commonly referred to as spark either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to knock, might be heard.
Page 301: California Fuel
California Fuel vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves, look for gasoline that is advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline. If the vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that For customers who do not use TOP TIER Detergent meet California speciﬁcations.
Page 302: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low Only vehicles that have the 2.2L L4 engine (VIN emissions can contain an octane-enhancing additive Code B) or the 2.4L L4 engine (VIN Code V) can use called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl 85% ethanol fuel (E85). We encourage the use of E85 in (MMT);...
Page 303: Fuels In Foreign Countries
To ensure quick starts in the wintertime, the E85 fuel Notice: Some additives are not compatible with must be formulated properly for your climate according E85 fuel and can harm the vehicle’s fuel system. Do to ASTM speciﬁcation D 5798. If you have trouble not add anything to E85.
Page 304: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island. Turn off the engine when refueling.
Page 305 WARNING: Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather.
Page 306 When replacing the fuel cap, turn it clockwise until it To close the fuel door securely, push the door to the clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The closed position. diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Page 307: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container WARNING: (Continued) • WARNING: Bring the ﬁll nozzle in contact with the inside of the ﬁll opening before operating the nozzle. Contact should be maintained until the ﬁlling Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in the is complete.
Page 308: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under WARNING: the Hood Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and WARNING: start a ﬁre. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake ﬂuid, windshield washer and other ﬂuids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could An electric fan under the hood can start up and be burned.
Page 309: Hood Release
Hood Release 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary To open the hood, do the following. hood release lever to 1. Pull the interior hood the left. It is located release lever with this under the front center symbol on it.
Page 310: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2.4L engine (2.2L engine similar), here is what you will see: 6-16...
Page 311 A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding G. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See “Checking Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 6-19. on page 6-36. H. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See Brakes on B.
Page 312 When you open the hood on the 2.0L L4 engine, this is what you will see: 6-18...
Page 313: Engine Oil
A. Pressure Cap. See Cooling System on page 6-28. Engine Oil B. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Checking Engine Oil Cleaner/Filter on page 6-25. C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each Washer Fluid”...
Page 314: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the MIN (minimum) mark, add at least 2.2L L4 Engine and 2.0L L4 Engine one quart/liter of the recommended oil. This section 2.4L L4 Engine explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Speciﬁcations on See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-16 for page 6-121.
Page 315: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use • American Petroleum Institute (API) starburst symbol For Vehicles With the 2.2L or Oils meeting these requirements should have 2.4L L4 Engine the starburst symbol on Look for three things: the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certiﬁed by the American Petroleum...
Page 316 For Vehicles with the 2.0L L4 Engine Only Notice: Using oils that do not have the GM4718M Standard designation can cause engine damage not Look for three things: covered by the vehicle warranty. • SAE 5W-30 SAE 5W-30 is best for the vehicle. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.
Page 317: Engine Oil Life System
Cold Temperature Operation Engine Oil Life System For Vehicles With the 2.2L or When to Change Engine Oil 2.4L L4 Engine This vehicle has the Engine Oil Life System, a computer If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below −20°F (−29°C), use either an SAE 5W-30 system that indicates when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter.
Page 318: How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System
If the system is ever reset accidentally, the oil must be For vehicles with the 2.2L (VIN Code V) or changed at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since the last oil 2.4L (VIN Code B) engines, you can also reset the change.
Page 319: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (2.2L and 2.4L Engines) When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the ﬁrst oil change after each 50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval.
Page 320 How to Inspect the Engine Air To inspect or replace the ﬁlter, do the following: Cleaner/Filter (2.0L Engine Only) 1. Disconnect the Mass Air Flow sensor, PCV hose, and both ducts. 2. Pull the entire system from the top of the engine. 3.
Page 321: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid To inspect or replace the ﬁlter, do the following: 1. Remove the screws that hold the housing and It is not necessary to check the transmission ﬂuid level. cover together and lift off the cover. A transmission ﬂuid leak is the only reason for ﬂuid 2.
Page 322: Manual Transmission Fluid
Manual Transmission Fluid Cooling System It is not necessary to check the manual transmission The Cooling System allows the engine to maintain the ﬂuid level. A transmission ﬂuid leak is the only reason for correct working temperature. ﬂuid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to a dealer/retailer for service.
Page 323: Engine Coolant
® Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator WARNING: corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner, at 50 000 km (30,000 miles) or 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst. Any repairs An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 324: What To Use
What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and ® DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, nothing else needs to be added. This mixture: Gives freezing protection down to −34°F (−37°C), • WARNING: outside temperature. • Gives boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C), Adding only plain water to the cooling system can engine temperature.
Page 325: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. The coolant recovery tank cap has this symbol on it. The tank is located in the engine compartment toward the front of the engine on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.
Page 326: How To Add Coolant To The Cooling System
How to Add Coolant to the Cooling System WARNING: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling WARNING: system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the surge tank You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot pressure cap —...
Page 327 If no coolant is visible in the coolant recovery tank, add coolant at the pressure cap as follows: 1. Remove the pressure cap when the cooling system, including the pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise. If 5.
Page 328: Engine Overheating
8. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator You may decide not to lift the hood when this warning ﬁller port may be lower. If the level is lower, add appears, but instead get service help right away. ®...
Page 329: If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment
If Steam Is Coming From The Engine If No Steam Is Coming From The Compartment Engine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too WARNING: serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle: •...
Page 330: Windshield Washer Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid If the temperature overheat gage is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays, the vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive Open the cap with the the vehicle slow for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe washer symbol on it.
Page 331: Brakes
Brakes WARNING: Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder and, on manual transmission If too much brake ﬂuid is added, it can spill on the vehicles, the clutch hydraulic system use the same engine and burn, if the engine is hot enough. You reservoir.
Page 332: Brake Wear
What to Add Notice: • Using the wrong ﬂuid can badly damage brake Use only new DOT 3 brake ﬂuid from a sealed container. or clutch hydraulic system parts. For example, See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7-10. just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such Always clean the brake ﬂuid reservoir cap and the as engine oil, in the brake or clutch hydraulic area around the cap before removing it.
Page 333: Brake Adjustment
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. WARNING: Brake Pedal Travel The brake wear warning sound means that soon See your dealer/retailer if the brake pedal does not the brakes will not work well. That could lead to an return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel.
Page 334: Battery
Battery Vehicle Storage Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new battery is needed. WARNING: The battery is located in the cargo area. Access to the battery is not necessary to jump start the vehicle. Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that See Jump Starting on page 6-40.
Page 335 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles are not touching WARNING: each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you do not want. You would not be able to start the vehicle, and the bad grounding could Batteries can hurt you.
Page 336 4. Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the Locate the remote positive (+) and negative (−) terminal locations on negative (−) ground that vehicle. terminal, marked GND (−), which is located at the You will not see the battery of your vehicle under front of the engine the hood.
Page 337 WARNING: WARNING: Using a match near a battery can cause battery Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts and some have been blinded. Use a ﬂashlight if once the engine is running.
Page 338 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or terminal location on the vehicle with the dead removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the occur and damage the vehicle.
Page 339: Headlamp Aiming
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles: It is recommended that the vehicle is taken to your dealer/retailer for service if the headlamps need to be 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from re-aimed. It is possible however, to re-aim the the vehicle that had the dead battery.
Page 340 Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle’s low-beam headlamps. The high-beam headlamps will be correctly aimed if the low-beam headlamps are aimed properly. To adjust the vertical aim: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 6-15 for more information. 4.
Page 341 The top edge of the cut-off should be positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line. 9. Make sure that the light from the headlamp is Driver Side Shown positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line.
Page 342: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 6-53. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer/retailer. Halogen Bulbs WARNING: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
Page 343 To replace the headlamp, turn signal, or parking 3. Reach in behind the wheel well liner and locate the lamp bulb: bulb to be changed. 1. Turn the wheel to access the wheel well. 4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out of the lamp assembly.
Page 344: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl)
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) To replace the center high-mounted stoplamp bulb: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 3-13. 4. Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket. 5. Push the new bulb straight into the bulb socket until it clicks.
Page 345: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps And Back-Up Lamps
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 3-13. and Back-up Lamps A. Stoplamp/Taillamp/Turn Signal Lamp B. Back-up Lamp 2. Remove the cover in the rear cargo area of the vehicle to access the bulbs.
Page 346: License Plate Lamp
License Plate Lamp 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 5. Install a new bulb. When installing the bulb socket To replace one of these bulbs: into the assembly, line up the tabs with the slots in the bulb assembly. 1.
Page 347: Replacement Bulbs
5. Push and turn the license plate back through the Replacement blades come in different types and are fascia opening. removed in different ways. For the proper type and length, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on 6. Reinstall the two screws holding the license plate page 7-12.
Page 348: Tires
Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement Tires 1. Remove the protective cap from the wiper arm. If Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires the protective cap is not removed before lifting the made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever wiper arm, the wiper arm could be damaged.
Page 349 Low-Proﬁle Performance Tire WARNING: (Continued) If your vehicle has P225/45R18 size tires, they are classiﬁed as low-proﬁle performance tires. These • Underinﬂated tires pose the same danger tires are designed for very responsive driving on as overloaded tires. The resulting wet or dry pavement.
Page 350: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling (A) Tire Size The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and Useful information about a tire is molded into its service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration sidewall.
Page 351 (D) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN) The letters and numbers following DOT (Department of Transportation) code is the Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture.
Page 352 (B) Tire Ply Material The type of cord and (G) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria number of plies in the sidewall and under the Speciﬁcation) Original equipment tires designed tread. to GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have a TPC speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall. (C) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN) The letters GM’s TPC speciﬁcations meet or exceed all...
Page 353: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions (C) Aspect Ratio A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio Air Pressure The amount of air inside the is 60, as shown in item C of the illustration, it tire pressing outward on each square inch of the would mean that the tire’s sidewall is 60 percent tire.
Page 354 Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat when mounted on a vehicle.
Page 355 Occupant Distribution Designated seating Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread positions. and the bead. Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a faces outward when mounted on a vehicle.
Page 356: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
• Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of Poor handling designated seating positions multiplied by 150 lbs • Reduced fuel economy (68 kg) plus the rated cargo load. See Loading If your tires have too much air (over-inﬂation), the Vehicle on page 5-24. you can get the following: Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on an...
Page 357: Tire Pressure Monitor System
When to Check Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt Check your tires once a month or more. Do not and moisture. forget to check the compact spare tire, it should be at 60 psi (420 kPa).
Page 358: Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
Under-inﬂation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6-64 for life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping additional information. ability. Federal Communications Commission Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper (FCC) and Industry and Science Canada tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inﬂation has...
Page 359 When a low tire pressure A Tire and Loading Information label shows the size of condition is detected, the your vehicle’s original equipment tires and the correct TPMS turns on the low tire inﬂation pressure for your vehicle’s tires when they are pressure warning light cold.
Page 360: Tpms Malfunction Light And Message
TPMS Malfunction Light and Message • One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged. The DIC message and the TPMS The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the malfunction light should go off when the TPMS TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable.
Page 361: Tpms Sensor Matching Process
TPMS Sensor Matching Process 3. Press and hold the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter’s LOCK and UNLOCK buttons, at the Each TPMS sensor has a unique identiﬁcation code. same time, for about ﬁve seconds to start the TPMS Any time you replace one or more of the TPMS sensors learn mode.
Page 362: Tire Inspection And Rotation
9. After hearing the single horn chirp for the driver Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate the tires side rear tire, two additional horn chirps sound to as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. indicate the tire learning process is done. Turn Also check for damaged tires or wheels.
Page 363: When It Is Time For New Tires
Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly One way to tell when it is tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under time for new tires is to Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 6-121. check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires WARNING: have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread...
Page 364: Buying New Tires
The rubber in tires degrades over time, even if they are GM’s exclusive TPC Spec system considers over not being used. This is also true for the spare tire, if a dozen critical speciﬁcations that impact the your vehicle has one. Multiple conditions affect how fast overall performance of your vehicle, including this aging takes place, including temperatures, loading brake system performance, ride and handling,...
Page 365 If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number, make WARNING: sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating, and construction type (radial and bias-belted tires) as your vehicle’s original tires. Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving.
Page 366: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Different Size Tires and Wheels Uniform Tire Quality Grading If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than Quality grades can be found where applicable on your original equipment wheels and tires, this could the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and affect the way your vehicle performs, including its maximum section width.
Page 367 Treadwear Temperature – A, B, C The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, on the wear rate of the tire when tested under and C, representing the tire’s resistance to controlled conditions on a speciﬁed government the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate test course.
Page 368: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors, replace them only with new GM original The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and equipment parts.
Page 369: Tire Chains
Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains WARNING: WARNING: Putting a used wheel on the vehicle is dangerous. Do not use tire chains. There is not enough You cannot know how it has been used or how far clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without it has been driven.
Page 370: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING: It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do slowly.
Page 371: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit WARNING: WARNING: Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or ventilation is dangerous.
Page 372 Tire Sealant The kit includes: Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the compressor. Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister. The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date. Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer/retailer.
Page 373: Punctured Tire
Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Always do a safety check ﬁrst. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 6-76. Do not remove any objects that have Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inﬂate a penetrated the tire. Punctured Tire 1.
Page 374 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while Notice: If the recommended pressure cannot be using the air compressor. reached after approximately 25 minutes, the vehicle should not be driven farther. The tire is too 8. Turn the selector switch (B) clockwise to the severely damaged and the tire sealant and Sealant + Air position.
Page 375 16. If the ﬂat tire was able If the tire pressure has fallen more than 10 psi to inﬂate to the (68 kPa) below the recommended inﬂation pressure, recommended inﬂation stop driving the vehicle. The tire is too severely pressure, remove the damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire.
Page 376: Not Punctured
Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor 3. Place the kit on the ground. Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to Kit without Sealant to Inﬂate a Tire the ground so the hose will reach it. (Not Punctured) 4.
Page 377: Removal And Installation Of The Sealant Canister
Removal and Installation of the Sealant 10. Inﬂate the tire to the recommended inﬂation pressure using the pressure gage (D). The Canister recommended inﬂation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label. See To remove the sealant canister: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-62.
Page 378: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit Storage
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Changing a Flat Tire Storage If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard The tire sealant and compressor kit is located in the warning ﬂashers.
Page 379 WARNING: (Continued) 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. To be even more certain the vehicle will not move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed.
Page 380: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jack, wheel wrench, and spare tire are stowed in the rear of the vehicle, underneath the ﬂoor of the cargo area. To remove the spare tire and tools: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 3-13 for more information.
Page 381 The tools needed are the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). Turn the plastic wheel nut counterclockwise to loosen the wheel wrench from the jack. 6-87...
Page 382: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire (All Models Except Ss)
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire (All Models Except SS) 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6-84 for more information. Press the button and then pull on the end of the wheel wrench to extend the handle.
Page 383 WARNING: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to ﬁt the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 3.
Page 384 5. Remove all the wheel 6. Remove any rust or dirt nuts and take off the from the wheel bolts, ﬂat tire. mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 7. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. WARNING: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time.
Page 385 WARNING: Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle’s wheel could fall off, causing a crash. 8. Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub.
Page 386: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire (Ss Model)
10. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross WARNING: sequence as shown. Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque speciﬁcation after replacing.
Page 387 To change the rear road tire: Rear Tire Changing Procedure 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6-84 for more information. 3. Position the jack on the rear position and raise the jack lift head to ﬁt over the car ﬂange under the down arrow markings on the rocker panel.
Page 388 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off WARNING: the tire. Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to ﬁt the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle.
Page 389 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, WARNING: mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 390 WARNING: Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque speciﬁcation after replacing. Follow the torque speciﬁcation supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts.
Page 391 11. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. To change the front ﬂat tire: Front Tire Changing Procedure 1. Perform a rear tire change by removing the rear tire 2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts and installing the compact spare tire in the rear on the front ﬂat tire.
Page 392 WARNING: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to ﬁt the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 3.
Page 393 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the WARNING: (Continued) ﬂat tire. to the vehicle. In an emergency, use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off.
Page 394 8. Place the tire on the wheel mounting surface. 9. Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. WARNING: Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose.
Page 395: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
11. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross WARNING: sequence, as shown. Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque speciﬁcation after replacing.
Page 396: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 5. Route the loop end of the strap (C) through To store the ﬂat tire: one of the cargo tie-downs (A) located in 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 3-13 for the rear of the more information.
Page 397 Aluminum Wheel Steel Wheel 8. Route the hook end of the strap through the wheel. 6-103...
Page 398 Storing the Compact Spare Tire and 9. Attach the strap to the cargo tie-downs in the Tools rear of the vehicle. Use the diagram as a guide for storing the compact spare tire once you are done using it. 10. Slide the buckle to tighten the tie-down strap. A.
Page 399: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 3-13 for more information. 2. Install the strap (F) on the ﬂoor of the spare tire compartment. WARNING: 3. Place the jack and wheel wrench (E) over the bolt (G), making sure the strap is securely Driving with more than one compact spare tire at a stored, under the jack and wheel wrench.
Page 400: Appearance Care
Appearance Care After installing the compact spare on the vehicle, stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire is correctly inﬂated. The compact spare is made to Interior Cleaning perform well at speeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can The vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is ﬁnish your trip and have the full-size tire repaired or...
Page 401: Fabric/Carpet
• Notice: Using abrasive cleaners when cleaning Laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with glass surfaces on the vehicle, could scratch degreasers can leave residue that streaks and the glass and/or cause damage to the rear window attracts dirt. For liquid cleaners, about 20 drops per defogger.
Page 402: Leather
Leather To clean: 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or A soft cloth dampened with water can be used to club soda. remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, 2. Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture. a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used.
Page 403: Care Of Safety Belts
Weatherstrips Do not use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean the vehicle’s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last the gloss in a non-uniform manner. longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
Page 404: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after to If the vehicle has a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish, the remove all cleaning agents completely. If they are clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored allowed to dry on the surface, they could stain. basecoat.
Page 405: Windshield And Wiper Blades
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Washing with water is all that is usually needed. However, chrome polish may be used on The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary.
Page 406: Tires
Tires The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle. Do not use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing them because they could damage the surface.
Page 407: Underbody Maintenance
Underbody Maintenance Vehicle Identiﬁcation Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection.
Page 408: Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label
Engine Identiﬁcation Electrical System The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code identiﬁes the vehicle’s engine, speciﬁcations, Add-On Electrical Equipment and replacement parts. See “Engine Speciﬁcations” under Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 6-121 for Notice: Do not add anything electrical to the the vehicle’s engine code.
Page 409: Headlamp Wiring
Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Breakers The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses in the fuse The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers off.
Page 410: Floor Console Fuse Block
Floor Console Fuse Block The ﬂoor console fuse block is located on the passenger side of the ﬂoor console behind the forward panel. The panel has four clips, one in each corner. Pull the panel to disconnect the four clips, and access the fuses. Use the fuse puller to remove fuses.
Page 411: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuse Puller Empty Empty Audio System Empty XM Radio™, OnStar™ Empty Engine Control Module, Transmission Control Module Empty Door Locks Ampliﬁer Interior Lights Cluster Steering Wheel Control Illumination ® Ignition Switch, PASS-Key III+ Empty Stoplamp Heating, Ventilation, Air ®...
Page 412 Fuses Usage Rear Power Plug (Panel Van Only), Cooling Fan (SS only) Vacuum Pump Air Conditioning Clutch Diode Liftgate, Sunroof Empty Rear Power Outlet (Panel Van Only) Fuel Pump Rear Wiper Mirror Air Conditioning Heated Seats (Option) Fuse Puller Fuses Usage Empty Electric Power Steering...
Page 413 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Power Seat (Option) Antilock Brake System (Option) Cooling Fan Windshield Wiper Diode Engine Control Module Windshield Wiper Cam Phaser (Turbo Only) Horn Engine Control Module, Antilock Brake System (Option) Transmission Instrument Panel, Ignition Antilock Brake System (Option) Driver Side High-Beam Injectors, Ignition Module Canister Vent...
Page 414 Relays Usage Relays Usage Rear Defogger Relay Windshield Wiper Air Conditioning Clutch Fog Lamps (Option) Empty Horn Rear Wiper Parking Lamps Liftgate Release Windshield Wipers Fuel Pump Headlamp Low-Beam Empty Headlamp High-Beam Powertrain A Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Relay, and a Rear Daytime Running Lamps Access Panel Door Interlock Relay (Panel Van only), are Starting System...
Page 415: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 7-12 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a under the hood.
Page 416 Engine Speciﬁcations Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap Automatic 2.0L L4 Engine 0.035 in (0.90 mm) Manual Automatic 2.2L L4 Engine 0.040 in (1.01 mm) Manual Automatic 2.4L L4 Engine 0.040 in (1.01 mm) Manual 6-122...
Page 417 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....7-10 Maintenance Schedule ........7-2 Maintenance Replacement Parts .....7-12 Introduction ...........7-2 Engine Drive Belt Routing ......7-13 Scheduled Maintenance ........7-3 Maintenance Record ........7-14 Owner Checks and Services ......7-8...
Page 418: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule WARNING: Introduction Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be recommended ﬂuids, and lubricants are necessary seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work to keep this vehicle in good working condition.
Page 419: Scheduled Maintenance
Rotation of New Tires Your dealer/retailer has trained service technicians who will perform this work and reset the system. If the To maintain ride, handling, and performance of the engine oil life system is reset accidentally, service the vehicle, it is important that the ﬁrst rotation service for vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 miles since the last new tires be performed when they have 8 000 to service.
Page 420 Maintenance I Maintenance II • • Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on Perform all services described in Maintenance I. page 6-19. An Emission Control Service. • Steering and suspension inspection. Visual • Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant on inspection for damaged, loose, or missing parts or page 6-29.
Page 421: Additional Required Services
• Once a Year Passenger compartment air ﬁlter replacement (or every 12 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). • Starter switch check. See Owner Checks and More frequent replacement may be required if Services on page 7-8. vehicle is driven regularly under dusty conditions. •...
Page 422 First Engine Oil Change After Every First Engine Oil Change After Every 40 000 km/25,000 Miles 160 000 km/100,000 Miles • • Fuel system inspection for damage or leaks. Spark plug replacement. An Emission Control Service. First Engine Oil Change After Every First Engine Oil Change After Every 80 000 km/50,000 Miles 240 000 km/150,000 Miles...
Page 423 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II • • Change engine oil and ﬁlter. Reset oil life system. • • Engine coolant level check. • • Windshield washer ﬂuid level check. • • Tire inﬂation pressures check. • • Tire wear inspection. •...
Page 424: Owner Checks And Services
Owner Checks and Services Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check Starter Switch Check WARNING: WARNING: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or could move suddenly.
Page 425: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Ignition Transmission Lock Check WARNING: (Continued) While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position. room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll. • For automatic transmission vehicles, the ignition Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should turn to LOCK/OFF only when the shift should the vehicle begin to move.
Page 426: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable ® Engine Cooling water and use only DEX-COOL Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part System Coolant. See Engine Coolant on number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your page 6-29.
Page 427 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Automatic DEXRON -VI Automatic Hood Latch Transmission Transmission Fluid. Assembly, Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Secondary (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Latch, Pivots, in Canada 992723) or lubricant Key Lock (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, Spring Anchor, meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Cylinders...
Page 428: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 2.0L Engine 15909459 — 2.2L and 2.4L Engines 22731072 A3054C Engine Oil Filter...
Page 429: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing Dotted line shows routing for vehicles without air conditioning. 7-13...
Page 430: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading 7-14...
Page 431 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading 7-15...
Page 432 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading 7-16...
Page 433: Customer Assistance Information
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Reporting Safety Defects ........8-13 Customer Assistance and Information ....8-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......8-2 Government ..........8-13 Online Owner Center ........8-4 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Government ..........8-14 (TTY) Users ..........8-5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ..8-14...
Page 434: Customer Assistance And Information
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to visible through the windshield. your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle •...
Page 435 use of the program is free of charge and your case will The program provides for the review of the facts generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree involved by an impartial third party arbiter, and may with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and include an informal hearing before the arbiter.
Page 436: Online Owner Center
• Online service and maintenance records • My Dealers/Retailers: Save details such as address • Find Chevrolet dealers for service nationwide and phone number for each of your preferred • GM dealers/retailers. Exclusive privileges and offers •...
Page 437: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free 1908 Colonel Sam Drive number for assistance. However, if a customer wishes Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 to write or e-mail Chevrolet, the letter should be gmcanada.com addressed to: 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) United States —...
Page 438: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
Mexico, Central America and The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more Caribbean Islands/Countries details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, visit (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin gmmobility.com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935.
Page 439: Services Provided
(160 000 km), whichever comes ﬁrst. • Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway: Tow to the nearest Chevrolet dealer for In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle is covered. warranty service, or if the vehicle was in a crash In Canada, a person driving the vehicle without and cannot be driven.
Page 440: Scheduling Service Appointments
Services Not Included in Roadside • Trip Interruption Beneﬁts and Assistance: Must be over 250 kilometres from where your trip Assistance was started to qualify. General Motors of Canada • Limited requires pre-authorization, original detailed Impound towing caused by violation of any laws. receipts, and a copy of the repair orders.
Page 441: Courtesy Transportation Program
Transportation Options If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be Warranty service can generally be completed while you scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helps safety-related.
Page 442: Collision Damage Repair
Courtesy Rental Vehicle Collision Damage Repair Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualiﬁed that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for an overnight technician using the proper equipment and quality warranty repair.
Page 443: Insuring Your Vehicle
Insuring Your Vehicle Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with covered by that warranty. comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are There are signiﬁcant differences in the quality of made by companies other than GM and may not coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms.
Page 444: If A Crash Occurs
If a Crash Occurs • Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone Here is what to do if you are involved in a crash. number, driver’s license number, vehicle license • plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle Check to make sure that you are all right.
Page 445: Reporting Safety Defects
Managing the Vehicle Damage Reporting Safety Defects Repair Process Reporting Safety Defects to the In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, GM recommends that you take an active role in its United States Government repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there.
Page 446: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information Chevrolet Motor Division about the vehicle. The owner manual includes the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center Maintenance Schedule for all models. P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170...
Page 447: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
Current and Past Model Order Forms Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, specify year and model name of Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated the vehicle.
Page 448: Event Data Recorders
Event Data Recorders Important: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder (EDR). and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain and crash location) is recorded.
Page 449: Navigation System
Navigation System Radio Frequency Statement If your vehicle has a navigation system, use of the This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio system may result in the storage of destinations, frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with information.
Page 450 ✍ NOTES 8-18...
Page 451 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ..4-94 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ......5-4 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......6-3 Warning Light ..........4-31 Accessory Power ..........3-25 Appearance Care Accessory Power Outlets ......... 4-16 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ..... 6-111 Additives, Fuel ..........
Page 452 Audio System(s) ..........4-62 Bulb Replacement (cont.) Automatic Door Lock ........3-10 Headlamps ..........6-48 Automatic Headlamp System ......4-12 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Automatic Transmission Lamps ............ 6-48 Fluid ............6-27 License Plate Lamps ........6-52 Operation ........... 3-28 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ........
Page 453 Charging System Light ........4-29 Cleaning (cont.) Check Tires ............6-112 Engine Lamp ..........4-35 Underbody Maintenance ......6-113 Checking Things Under the Hood ...... 6-14 Washing Your Vehicle ......... 6-109 Chemical Paint Spotting ......... 6-113 Weatherstrips ..........6-109 Child Restraints Windshield and Wiper Blades ......
Page 454 Customer Assistance ......... 8-5 Driver Offices ............8-5 Seat Height Adjuster ........2-5 Text Telephone (TTY) Users ......8-5 Driver Information Center (DIC) ......4-46 Customer Information DIC Operation and Displays ......4-46 Service Publications Ordering Information ..8-14 DIC Vehicle Personalization ......4-54 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......
Page 455 Electrical System (cont.) Entry/Exit Lighting ........... 4-14 Headlamp Wiring ........6-115 Event Data Recorders ........8-16 Power Windows and Other Power Options ..6-115 Extender, Safety Belt ........2-32 Windshield Wiper Fuses ......6-115 Electronic Immobilizer ® PASS-Key III+ ........... 3-20 Electronic Immobilizer Operation Filter ®...
Page 456 Fuel (cont.) Filling the Tank ........... 6-10 Halogen Bulbs ..........6-48 Fuels in Foreign Countries ......6-9 Hazard Warning Flashers ........4-3 Gage ............4-39 Head Restraints ..........2-2 Gasoline Octane ........... 6-6 Headlamp Wiring ........... 6-115 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........6-6 Headlamps ............
Page 457 Horn ............... 4-3 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ....2-19 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ........6-56 Hydraulic Clutch ..........6-28 Lamps Daytime Running (DRL) ........ 4-12 Dome ............4-14 License Plate ..........6-52 Ignition Positions ..........3-22 Malfunction Indicator ........4-35 Indicator/Warning LIghts Reading .............
Page 458 Lights (cont.) Manual Seats ........... 2-4 Safety Belt Reminders ........4-26 Manual Transmission Security ............. 4-38 Fluid ............6-28 Tire Pressure ..........4-34 Operation ........... 3-31 Up-Shift ............. 4-29 Message Limited-Slip Differential ........5-13 DIC Warnings and Messages ......4-48 Loading Your Vehicle ........
Page 459 Online Owner Center ........8-4 Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California ..6-4 Outlet Adjustment ..........4-21 Phone ® Outlets Bluetooth ..........4-82 Accessory Power ......... 4-16 Power Outside Door Locks ..........3-10 Convex Mirror ..........3-42 Electrical System ........6-115 Power Mirrors ..........3-42 Lumbar Controls ...........
Page 460 Radios Reporting Safety Defects Reception ........... 4-93 Canadian Government ........8-14 Setting the Clock ......... 4-61 General Motors ........... 8-14 Theft-Deterrent ..........4-92 U.S. Government ......... 8-13 Reading Lamps ..........4-14 Restraint System Check Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover .... 3-48 Checking the Restraint Systems ....
Page 461 Safety Belts (cont.) Service ............6-3 Lap-Shoulder Belt ........2-27 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......6-3 Reminders ..........4-26 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Safety Belts Are for Everyone ....... 2-14 Vehicle ............. 6-5 Use During Pregnancy ......... 2-32 Doing Your Own Work ........
Page 462 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ......... 4-3 Tilt Wheel ............4-3 Storage Areas Time, Setting ..........4-61 Convenience Net ......... 3-50 Tires ............. 6-54 Cupholders ..........3-46 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels, Floor Console Storage Area ......3-47 Cleaning ..........6-111 Glove Box ..........3-46 Buying New Tires ........
Page 463 Towing Recreational Vehicle ........5-30 Vehicle Towing a Trailer ........5-32, 5-40 Control ............5-3 Your Vehicle ..........5-29 Loading ............5-24 Traction Parking Your ..........3-37 Control System (TCS) ........5-9 Remote Start ..........3-7 Limited-Slip Differential ......... 5-13 Running While Parked ........
Page 464 Windshield Washer ............4-6 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ....4-23 Washer Fluid ..........6-36 Warnings Wiper Blade Replacement ......6-53 DIC Warnings and Messages ......4-48 Wiper Blades, Cleaning ......6-111 Hazard Flashers ..........4-3 Wiper Fuses ..........6-115 Safety and Symbols .........

Chevrolet HHR 2010 Owner's Manual

Section 2 Seats and Restraint System

Seats and Restraint System

Head Restraints

Front Seats

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Child Restraints

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 3 Features and Controls

Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Object Detection Systems

Storage Areas

Sunroof

Section 4 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 5 Driving Your Vehicle

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle

Towing

Section 6 Service and Appearance Care

Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Quick Links

Chapters

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