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2009 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual

Seats and Restraint System ............................. 1-1

Head Restraints

......................................... 1-2

Front Seats

............................................... 1-4

Rear Seats

.............................................. 1-12

Safety Belts

............................................. 1-12

Child Restraints

....................................... 1-35

Airbag System

......................................... 1-58

Restraint System Check

Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1

Keys

........................................................ 2-3

Doors and Locks

...................................... 2-10

Windows

................................................. 2-15

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-34

Object Detection Systems

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OnStar

System

...................................... 2-46

Universal Home Remote System

Storage Areas

......................................... 2-57

Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-21

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-75

............................ 1-74

............................ 2-17

........... 2-20

.......................... 2-38

................ 2-50

.......................... 3-4

........ 3-32

.................. 3-49

Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle

Towing

................................................... 4-23

Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1

Service

..................................................... 5-3

Fuel

......................................................... 5-5

Checking Things Under the Hood

Headlamp Aiming

..................................... 5-51

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

...................................................... 5-59

Appearance Care

..................................... 5-92

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

.................................... 5-100

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1

Maintenance Schedule

Customer Assistance Information .................... 7-1

Customer Assistance and Information

Reporting Safety Defects

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Index ................................................................ 1

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....... 4-2

............... 5-12

.................................... 5-54

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Page 1 2009 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Head Restraints ......... 1-2 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ..4-2 Front Seats ..........1-4 Towing ........... 4-23 Rear Seats ..........1-12 Service and Appearance Care ......
Page 2: Canadian Owners
GM reserves the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Helm Incorporated Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada P.O. Box 07130 Limited” for Buick Motor Division wherever it appears in Detroit, MI 48207 this manual. 1-800-551-4123 helminc.com This manual describes features that may or may not be on your speciﬁc vehicle.
Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols CAUTION: A circle with a slash through it is a safety These mean there is something that could hurt symbol which means you or other people. “Do Not,” “Do not do this” or “Do not let this happen.” Cautions tell what the hazard is and what to do to avoid or reduce the hazard.
Page 4 Vehicle Symbols : Cruise Control : Engine Coolant Temperature The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along : Exterior Lamps with the text describing the operation or information relating to a speciﬁc component, control, message, : Fog Lamps gage, or indicator.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint System Head Restraints ..........1-2 Where to Put the Restraint ......1-44 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Front Seats ............1-4 Children (LATCH) ........1-45 Manual Seats ..........1-4 Securing a Child Restraint in a Power Seats ..........1-5 Rear Seat Position ........1-51 Power Lumbar ..........1-5 Securing a Child Restraint in the Heated Seats ..........1-6...
Page 6: Head Restraints
Head Restraints The vehicle’s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. CAUTION: 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.
Page 7 Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. 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.
Page 8: Manual 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 CAUTION: 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 9: Power Seats
Power Seats Power Lumbar To adjust a power seat, do any of the following: On vehicles with power lumbar, the control is located on • the outboard side of the front seats. Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
Page 10: Heated Seats
Heated Seats There are three temperature settings for each feature. A column of three lights next to the buttons will display which setting the feature is in: high, medium or low. Your vehicle may have heated front seats. To operate Three lights indicate the highest setting, two lights the heated seats, the ignition must be on.
Page 11: Heated And Cooled Seats
Heated and Cooled Seats Press each button to turn on the desired feature. A light on that button will display indicating which feature is on. The front seats may have the heated and cooled seat There are three temperature settings for each feature. feature.
Page 12: Memory Seat And Mirrors
Memory Seat and Mirrors If you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to enter your vehicle and the remote recall memory feature is on, automatic seat and mirror movement occurs. On vehicles with the memory feature the buttons are located on the driver’s door. To stop recall movement of the memory feature, press one of the power seat controls, memory buttons, or 1: Saves the seating position for driver 1.
Page 13: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks If the seats have manual reclining seatbacks, the lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seats. Manual Reclining Seatbacks CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 14: Power Reclining Seatbacks
Power Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to an upright position, do the following: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Page 15 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 16: Center Seat
Center Seat Rear Seats Rear Seat Pass-Through Door Your vehicle has a pass-through door that provides access to the trunk from the rear seats. See “Rear Seat Pass-Through Door” under Trunk on page 2-13. Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly.
Page 17 CAUTION: CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, the riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injuries can be much worse.
Page 18: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why: When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have it goes.
Page 19 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-15...
Page 20 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-16...
Page 21: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Page 22: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? This section is only for people of adult size. You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a Be aware that there are special things to know about crash —...
Page 23 In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.
Page 24 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt snugly against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose.
Page 25 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: 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 26 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
Page 27 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 28 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 29 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: 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 30 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer/retailer to ﬁx it.
Page 31: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder except for the center front passenger position (if equipped), which has a lap belt. See Lap Belt on page 1-33 for more information. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.
Page 32 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment” later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position.
Page 33: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Press the release button (A) and move the The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the height adjuster to the driver and right front passenger seating positions. desired position. The adjuster can be moved Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt up by pushing up on the is centered on the shoulder.
Page 34: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added front outboard occupants. Although the safety belt safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the booster seats and for some adults.
Page 35 2. Place the guide over the belt, and insert the two 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
Page 36 CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. 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.
Page 37: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Lap Belt Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant This part is only for the lap belt. To learn how to wear a women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be lap-shoulder belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 1-27. seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.
Page 38: Safety Belt Extender
Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary. If you ﬁnd that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle, see if you are using the correct buckle. Be sure that the latch plate clicks when inserted into the buckle.
Page 39: 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 Older Children belt 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 40 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? CAUTION: 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 41 CAUTION: 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 42: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes system is designed for them. Every time infants and infants and all other children.
Page 43 CAUTION: (Continued) right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child 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.
Page 44 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? CAUTION: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during Selection of a particular restraint should take a crash, infants need complete support.
Page 45: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems CAUTION: 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 46 Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle CAUTION: 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 47: Securing The Child Within The Child Restraint
Securing the Child Within the Child To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle. Child restraint systems Restraint must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH system.
Page 48: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint CAUTION: (Continued) According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating right front passenger airbag inﬂates and the position.
Page 49: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch)
Lower Anchors and Tethers for CAUTION: Children (LATCH) The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving A child in a child restraint in the center front seat or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation can be badly injured or killed by the frontal airbags of a child restraint easier.
Page 50: Top Tether Anchor
Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle. A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the position that will accommodate a child restraint with vehicle.
Page 51 Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed To assist you in locating for use with or without the top tether being attached. the lower anchors, each Others require the top tether always to be attached. seating position with lower In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing anchors has two labels, child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be...
Page 52: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1-44 for additional information. Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the child restraint will not be able to protect...
Page 53 Notice: Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle’s safety belts. This may damage CAUTION: these parts. If necessary, move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments. Do not attach more than one child restraint to a Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt single anchor.
Page 54 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that If the position you are the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the using does not have a top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. headrest or head restraint Refer to the child restraint instructions and and you are using a the following steps:...
Page 55: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Seat Position
If the position you are If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower using has a ﬁxed headrest Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-45 or head restraint and for how and where to install the child restraint using you are using a dual tether, LATCH.
Page 56 If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint on page 1-44. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint.
Page 57 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 1-45 for more information. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 58: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position Right Front Seat Position This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to CAUTION: Put the Restraint on page 1-44.
Page 59 If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-45 CAUTION: for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint is secured using a safety belt and it uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be for Children (LATCH) on page 1-45 for top tether anchor...
Page 60 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
Page 61 If the airbags are off, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started. If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, see “If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint ”...
Page 62: Airbag System
Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG will appear on the middle part of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the right front passenger. The vehicle has the following airbags: • With seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word A frontal airbag for the driver.
Page 63 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: CAUTION: Airbags inﬂate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if injured or killed.
Page 64: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Airbags? CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Page 65 Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door.
Page 66 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.
Page 67: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? • If the vehicle hits a narrow object (like a pole), the airbags could inﬂate at a different crash speed Frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to than if the vehicle hits a wide object (like a wall). severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the •...
Page 68 Your vehicle also has a dual-depth passenger airbag that Seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags are not adjusts the restraint according to crash severity, seat intended to inﬂate in frontal impacts, near-frontal impacts, location, and safety belt status using electronic frontal rollovers, or rear impacts.
Page 69: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? How Does an Airbag Restrain? In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel inﬂator.
Page 70: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an Airbag CAUTION: Inﬂates? After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact When an airbag inﬂates, there may be dust in the airbags inﬂate, they quickly deﬂate, so quickly that air. This dust could cause breathing problems for some people may not even realize an airbag inﬂated.
Page 71: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the from the right front passenger airbag. right front passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console •...
Page 72 The passenger sensing system turns off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact CAUTION: airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags and the roof-rail airbags are not affected by the passenger sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger seat.
Page 73 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on the right front passenger airbag and seat-mounted (may inﬂate) the right front passenger frontal airbag and side impact airbag if: seat-mounted side impact airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in •...
Page 74 If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle Restraint off. Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion, if adjustable, to make sure If a child restraint has been installed and the on that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child indicator is lit:...
Page 75 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 and seat-mounted side impact airbag: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2.
Page 76: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Additional Factors Affecting System Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Operation Vehicle Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps There are parts of the airbag system in several places the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger around the vehicle.
Page 77: Adding Equipment To Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding Equipment to Your installed under or on top of the seat fabric, could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing Airbag-Equipped Vehicle system. This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the Is there anything I might add to or change passenger airbag(s).
Page 78: 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 3-36 for more information. Safety Belts Notice: If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, Now and then, check the safety belt reminder light, or broken, the airbag may not work properly.
Page 79: 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 After a Crash system parts. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt or LATCH system (if equipped), was not being CAUTION: used at the time of the crash.
Page 80 ✍ NOTES 1-76...
Page 81: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-3 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ....2-20 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ....2-4 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-20 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Ignition Positions ..........2-21 Operation ...........2-5 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ....2-22 Remote Vehicle Start ........2-8 Starting the Engine ........2-22 Engine Coolant Heater ........2-24 Doors and Locks ..........2-10...
Page 82 Section 2 Features and Controls Object Detection Systems .......2-38 Storage Areas ..........2-57 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ....2-38 Glove Box ...........2-57 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ......2-40 Cupholders ..........2-57 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ......2-44 Front Storage Area ........2-57 Center Console Storage .........2-57 ®...
Page 83: Keys
Keys CAUTION: 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 84: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
See your dealer/retailer if a replacement key or This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. additional key is needed. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. Notice: If you ever lock your keys in the vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle to get in.
Page 85: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, press to start the engine from outside the System Operation vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-8 for additional information. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to 195 feet (60 m) away from the vehicle.
Page 86: Programming Transmitters To The Vehicle
Programming Transmitters to the (Remote Trunk Release): Press and hold for about one second to unlock the trunk. The transmission Vehicle must be in P (Park). Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your to locate the vehicle.
Page 87: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message appears in the DIC. See “REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-56 for additional information. Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter.
Page 88: Remote Vehicle Start
Remote Vehicle Start There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter, see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2-4 for additional Your vehicle may have a remote starting feature. This information. feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle.
Page 89: Remote Start Ready
To manually shut off a remote start: The additional 10 minutes are considered a second remote vehicle start. • Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press Once two remote starts, or a single remote start with the remote start button until the parking lamps one time extension have been done, the vehicle must be turn off.
Page 90: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use either the key or the remote Door Locks keyless entry (RKE) transmitter. From the inside, use the power door lock switches or manual lock knobs. The manual lock knobs are located CAUTION: at the top of the door panel near the window.
Page 91: Delayed Locking
Delayed Locking Programmable Automatic Door Locks This feature allows the driver to delay the actual locking of the doors. When the driver power door lock switch is Your vehicle is programmed so that, when the doors are pressed with the key removed from the ignition, and the closed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is moved driver door open, a chime will sound three times to signal out of PARK (P), all the doors will lock.
Page 92: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks To open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the following: Rear door security locks prevent passengers from 1. Unlock the door using the Remote Keyless opening the rear doors from the inside. Entry (RKE) transmitter, if the vehicle has one, the power door lock switch, or by lifting the rear The rear door security...
Page 93: Trunk
Trunk Remote Trunk Release On vehicles with this feature, the remote trunk CAUTION: release button located on the instrument Exhaust gases may enter the vehicle if it is driven panel. See Instrument with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with any Panel Overview on objects that pass through the seal between the page 3-4.
Page 94: Emergency Trunk Release Handle
Emergency Trunk Release Handle There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk near the latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside. Rear Seat Pass-Through Your vehicle has a small door in the rear seat.
Page 95: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 96: Power Windows
Power Windows The power window switches are located on the driver’s door armrest. In addition, each door CAUTION: has a switch for its own window. Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed.
Page 97: Sun Visors
Express-Down Window Theft-Deterrent Systems This feature is on the front windows. Press the switch to Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. the second position to activate the express-down feature. This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however, To stop the window as it is lowering, press down brieﬂy they do not make it impossible to steal.
Page 98: Pass-Key Iii+ Electronic Immobilizer
® Arming with the Power Lock Switch PASS-Key III+ Electronic Immobilizer The alarm system will arm when you use either power lock switch to lock the doors while any door or the trunk The PASS-Key III+ system operates on a radio is open and the key is removed from the ignition.
Page 99: Pass-Key Iii+ Electronic Immobilizer Operation
® PASS-Key III+ Electronic If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be not damaged, try another ignition key. At this time, you Immobilizer Operation may also want to check the fuse, see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-101.
Page 100: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your To program the new key: 1. Verify that the new key has a stamped on it. Vehicle 2. Insert the already programmed key in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not start, New Vehicle Break-In see your dealer/retailer for service.
Page 101: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions The steering can bind with the wheels turned off center. If this happens, move the steering wheel from right to left while turning the key to ACC/ACCESSORY. If this The ignition has four doesn’t work, then the vehicle needs service. different positions: B (ACC/ACCESSORY): This position lets the radio and windshield wipers operate while the engine is off.
Page 102: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) The instrument panel cluster lights stay on for a few seconds, then will go out. Once the driver door is opened, the power shuts off to these accessories. The following accessories can be used for up to The vehicle has a feature designed to protect the battery 10 minutes after the engine is turned off.
Page 103: 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. Try ignition to START.
Page 104: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater CAUTION: The engine coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up in cold weather conditions at or below 0°F (−18°C). Vehicles Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could with an engine coolant heater should be plugged cause an electrical shock.
Page 105: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. The vehicle can roll. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to.
Page 106 R (Reverse): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the engine running at high speed may damage Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is the transmission. The repairs would not be covered moving forward could damage the transmission.
Page 107: Parking Brake
Parking Brake 2 (Second): This position reduces vehicle speed even more than 3 (Third) without using the brakes. You can use 2 (Second) on hills. It can help control vehicle The parking brake pedal is speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but located to the left of the then you would also want to use the brakes off and on.
Page 108: Shifting Into Park
Shifting Into Park A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set, the ignition is on, and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). The brake light will come on and stay on until the parking brake is released. CAUTION: See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-38 for more information.
Page 109: Steering Column Shift Lever
Steering Column Shift Lever Console Shift Lever If the vehicle has a steering column shift lever, use this If the vehicle is equipped with a console shift lever, use procedure to shift the vehicle into P (Park): this procedure to shift the vehicle into P (Park): 1.
Page 110: Torque Lock
Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Torque Lock Running Torque lock is when the weight of the vehicle puts too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. This happens when parking on a hill and shifting the transmission into P (Park) is not done properly and then it CAUTION: is difficult to shift out of P (Park).
Page 111: Shifting Out Of Park
Shifting Out of Park Column Shift If the shifter cannot be moved out of P (Park) Automatic Transmission Shift Lock 1. Apply and maintain the regular brakes. This vehicle has an electronic shift lock release system. 2. Turn the ignition key to the ON/RUN position. See The shift lock release is designed to: Ignition Positions on page 2-21 for more information.
Page 112: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: (Continued) • CAUTION: The vehicle’s exhaust system has been modiﬁed, damaged or improperly repaired. • There are holes or openings in the vehicle Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) body from damage or after-market which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to CO modiﬁcations that are not completely sealed.
Page 113: Running The Vehicle While Parked
Running the Vehicle While Parked CAUTION: It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in CAUTION: P (Park) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 114: Mirrors
Mirrors Compass Compass Operation Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror There is a compass display in the upper right corner of The vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview the mirror. ® mirror with OnStar and/or a compass display. Press to turn the compass display on or off. Vehicles with OnStar have three control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror.
Page 115: Compass Variance
Compass Variance The compass is set to zone eight. If you do not live in zone eight or drive out of the area, the compass variance needs to be changed to the appropriate zone. To adjust for compass variance: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map.
Page 116: Outside Power Mirrors
Outside Power Mirrors Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward, to Controls for the outside return to its original position. power mirrors are located on the driver’s door Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror...
Page 117: Park Tilt Mirrors
Park Tilt Mirrors Outside Convex Mirror If the vehicle has memory mirrors, the outside mirrors have park tilt mirrors. This feature tilts the driver’s side CAUTION: and passenger side mirror to a factory programmed position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This feature may be useful in allowing you to view the curb when you A convex mirror can make things (like other are parallel parking.
Page 118: Object Detection Systems
Object Detection Systems CAUTION: (Continued) Ultrasonic Rear Parking If you do not use proper care before and while Assist (URPA) backing; vehicle damage, injury, or death could occur. Even with URPA, always check behind the For vehicles with the URPA system, it operates at vehicle before backing up.
Page 119 How the System Works The following describes what will occur with the URPA display as the vehicle gets closer to a detected object: URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse). The rear display brieﬂy Description English Metric...
Page 120 When the System Does Not Seem to Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) Work Properly The vehicle may have a Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system. Read this entire section before using the system. If the URPA system will not activate due to a temporary condition, the message PARK ASSIST OFF will be The SBZA system operates on a radio frequency displayed on the DIC and a red light will be shown on...
Page 121 CAUTION: SBZA is only a lane changing aid and does not replace driver vision. SBZA does not detect: • Vehicles outside the side blind zones which may be rapidly approaching. • Pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. Failure to use proper care when changing lanes may result in damage to the vehicle, injury, or death.
Page 122 How the System Works SBZA can be disabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-49 for more information. If the SBZA is disabled by the driver, the SBZA mirror displays will not light up during normal driving. When the System Does Not Seem To Work Properly Occasional missed alerts can occur under normal...
Page 123 SBZA Error Messages SBZA does not operate when the left or right corners of the rear bumper are covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, The following messages may appear in the DIC: slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For cleaning instructions, see Washing Your Vehicle on page 5-96.
Page 124 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) CAUTION: (Continued) The vehicle may have a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system. Read this entire section before using the LDW will indicate the system is working whenever system. it detects either the left or right lane marking. So if you depart on the side of the lane that LDW is not CAUTION: detecting, LDW will not warn you.
Page 125 How the System Works LDW only operates at speeds of 35 mph (56 km) or greater. If LDW is turned on when traveling at these LDW uses a camera located between the inside speeds, the LDW symbol will appear green if the system rearview mirror and the windshield to detect the lane detects a left or right lane marking.
Page 126: Onstar ® System
® When the System Does Not Seem To Work OnStar System Properly The LDW symbol will not appear when the system is having difficulty seeing the lines on the road or if the view of the camera on the windshield is blocked with mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, if the windshield is damaged, or when weather limits visibility, such as while driving in fog, rain, or snow conditions.
Page 127 OnStar Services Available with the Some services such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance may not be available until Safe & Sound Plan the owner of the vehicle registers with OnStar. After the ﬁrst prepaid year, contact OnStar to select a monthly or •...
Page 128: Onstar Virtual Advisor
OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Virtual Advisor OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows eligible OnStar OnStar Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar subscribers to make and receive calls using voice Hands-Free Calling that uses minutes to access commands. Hands-Free Calling is fully integrated into location-based weather, local traffic reports, and stock the vehicle, and can be used with OnStar Pre-Paid quotes.
Page 129: How Onstar Service Works
How OnStar Service Works Location information about the vehicle is only available if the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicle available. information. This information is automatically sent to an The vehicle must have a working electrical system, OnStar Call Center when the OnStar button is pressed, including adequate battery power, for the OnStar the emergency button is pressed, or if the airbags or...
Page 130: Universal Home Remote System
Universal Home Remote Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED) System The Universal Home Remote System provides a way to replace up to three hand-held Radio-Frequency (RF) transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home lighting. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 131 Programming Universal Home Do not use this system with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature. Remote — Rolling Code This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. For questions or help programming the Universal Home Remote System, call 1-866-572-2728 or go to Read the instructions completely before attempting to learcar2u.com.
Page 132 3. Immediately return to the vehicle. Press and hold the Universal Home Remote button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, should slowly blink. This button may need to be held for up to 20 seconds.
Page 133 Programming Universal Home To program up to three devices: Remote — Fixed Code For questions or help programming the Universal Home Remote System, call 1-866-572-2728 or go to learcar2u.com. Most garage door openers sold before 1996 are Fixed Code units. Programming a garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions, so read the entire procedure before starting.
Page 134 The garage door opener receiver (motor head unit) could also have a row of dip switches that can be used when programming the Universal Home Remote. If the total number of switches on the motor head and hand held transmitter are different, or if the dip switch settings are different, use the dip switch settings on the motor head unit to program the Universal Home Remote.
Page 135 2. Write down the eight to 12 switch settings from left to right as follows: • When a switch is in the up position, write “Left.” • When a switch is in the down position, write “Right.” • If a switch is set between the up and down position, write “Middle.”...
Page 136 Reprogramming Universal Home 5. After entering all of the switch positions, again, ﬁrmly press and release all three buttons at the Remote Buttons same time. The indicator lights will turn on. Any of the three buttons can be reprogrammed by 6.
Page 137: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Center Flex Storage Unit This vehicle may have a center ﬂex storage unit that Glove Box includes a front center seat with a lap belt and an underseat storage compartment. The center seatback Lift the glovebox handle up to open it. Use the key to lock can also be used as an armrest.
Page 138 ✍ NOTES 2-58...
Page 139: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Delayed Exit Lighting ........3-18 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Perimeter Lighting .........3-18 Horn .............3-6 Front Reading Lamps ........3-18 Tilt Wheel .............3-6 Electric Power Management ......3-19 Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Inadvertent Power Battery Saver .....3-19 Column ............3-7 Battery Run-Down Protection ......3-20 Heated Steering Wheel ........3-7...
Page 140 Section 3 Instrument Panel Lane Departure Warning Light ......3-41 DIC Warnings and Messages ......3-56 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light ..3-42 DIC Vehicle Customization ......3-66 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ....3-42 Audio System(s) ..........3-75 Tire Pressure Light ........3-43 Setting the Clock ..........3-76 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ......3-43 Radio(s) ............3-78 Oil Pressure Light .........3-46...
Page 141 ✍ NOTES...
Page 142: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 143 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Outlet Adjustment on page 3-30. M. Parking Brake on page 2-27. B. DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-49 N. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-104 (If Equipped). (If Equipped).
Page 144: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Tilt Wheel The hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others that A tilt wheel allows the steering wheel to be adjusted. you have a problem. The tilt lever is located on The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located in the the left side of the steering center of the instrument panel above the radio.
Page 145: Power Tilt Wheel And Telescopic Steering Column
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Heated Steering Wheel Steering Column For vehicles with a heated steering wheel, the button for this feature is located on the steering wheel. For vehicles with this feature, the power tilt : Press to turn the heated steering wheel on or off. wheel control is located A light on the button displays when the feature is on the left side of the...
Page 146: 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. You may also have an arrow in the outside mirror that ﬂashes when the turn signal is used. See Outside Power Mirrors on page 2-36 for more information.
Page 147: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Windshield Wipers Turn the band with the wiper symbol on it to control the To change the headlamps from low beam to high windshield wipers. beam, push the turn signal lever away from you. To change from high beam to low beam, pull the (Mist): For a single wiping cycle, hold it on mist turn signal lever toward you.
Page 148: Rainsense™ Ii Wipers
Rainsense™ II Wipers Turning the wiper band away from you to higher sensitivity levels increases the sensitivity of the system and frequency of wipes. The highest sensitivity setting, If the vehicle has this feature, the moisture sensor is level ﬁve is closest to low. A single wipe will occur each mounted on the interior of the windshield beside the time you turn the wiper stalk to a higher sensitivity level rearview mirror and is used to automatically operate the...
Page 149: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer (Heated Washer Fluid): The heated windshield washer ﬂuid system, if the vehicle has this feature, may be used to help clear ice, snow, tree sap, or bugs from the windshield. Slide the control on the turn signal/ CAUTION: multifunction lever to this position and then release, to activate the heated windshield washer ﬂuid system.
Page 150: Cruise Control
Cruise Control The cruise control buttons are located on left side of the steering wheel. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h).
Page 151 Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed Cruise control will not work if the parking brake is set, or If cruise control is set at a desired speed and the if the master cylinder brake ﬂuid level is low. brakes are applied, this shuts off the cruise control. However, it does not need to be reset.
Page 152 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Using Cruise Control on Hills Control How well the cruise control will work on hills depends upon the vehicle speed, load and the steepness of To reduce your speed while using cruise control: the hills. When going up steep hills, you might have to •...
Page 153: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps AUTO (Automatic): Turn the control to this position to automatically turn on the headlamps at normal The exterior lamps control brightness, together with the following: is located on the instrument • Parking Lamps panel to the left of the •...
Page 154: Wiper Activated Headlamps
Wiper Activated Headlamps The DRL system makes the low-beam headlamps turn on at reduced brightness in daylight when the following conditions are met: This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers are turned on and have •...
Page 155: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps Exterior Lighting Battery Saver For vehicles with fog lamps, the button is located on If the exterior lamp button has been left on, the exterior the exterior lamps control. The exterior lamps control is lamps will turn off about 10 minutes after the ignition is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering turned to LOCK/OFF and a door has been opened.
Page 156: Courtesy Lamps
Courtesy Lamps Theater Dimming When any door is opened, several lamps turn on This feature allows for a three to ﬁve second fade out of making it easier for you to enter and exit the vehicle. the courtesy lamps instead of immediate turn off. Turn the instrument panel brightness control completely clockwise to manually turn on these lamps.
Page 157: 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 engine idle The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) that speed to generate more power, whenever needed. estimates the battery’s temperature and state of charge.
Page 158: Battery Run-Down Protection
Battery Run-Down Protection Notice: Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery. Always This feature helps prevent the battery from turn off electrical equipment when not in use and being drained, if the interior courtesy lamps, do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum reading/map lamps, visor vanity lamps or trunk amperage rating.
Page 159: Ashtray(S)
Ashtray(s) Climate Controls Notice: If papers, pins, or other ﬂammable items Climate Control System are put in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can damage the vehicle. Never put ﬂammable items be controlled with this system.
Page 160 (Fan Control): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. The fan speed is temporarily reduced between the transition to a new mode. The fan will resume when the new mode is complete. If the airﬂow seems low when the fan speed is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air ﬁlter may need to be replaced.
Page 161 For quicker cool down on hot days, do the following: (Floor): Air is directed to the ﬂoor outlets, with some air directed to the windshield and side window 1. Select outlets. 2. Select If recirculation is selected while in this mode, it stays on for three minutes to reduce windshield fogging.
Page 162: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Rear Window Defogger Notice: Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to the warming grid, and the repairs would not be remove fog from the rear window.
Page 163 AUTO (Automatic Mode) 1. Turn the fan control to AUTO. 2. Turn the mode control to AUTO. 3. Adjust the temperature to a comfortable setting between 68°F (21°C) and 78°F (26°C). Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster.
Page 164: Manual Operation
Manual Operation When the ENG/MET (English/metric) button on the Driver Information Center (DIC) is pressed, the display shows readings in Fahrenheit or Celsius. Use the (Off): Turns the climate control system off. Outside ENG/MET button to toggle between the readings. air still enters the vehicle and is directed to the ﬂoor.
Page 165 Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn clockwise or (Defrost): This mode removes fog or frost from the counterclockwise to change the direction of the airﬂow windshield more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield in the vehicle. and the side window outlets. The system automatically turns off recirculation and runs the air-conditioning To change the current mode, select one of the following: compressor, unless the outside temperature is at or...
Page 166 Sensors (Recirculation): Press to turn the recirculation mode on. An indicator light below the button comes on to show that this mode is on. This mode recirculates and helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle. It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering the vehicle.
Page 167 Rear Window Defogger There is also an interior temperature sensor located next to the steering wheel that measures the The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to temperature of the air inside the vehicle. remove fog or frost from the rear window. There is also an exterior temperature sensor located <...
Page 168: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment Passenger Compartment Air Filter Use the levers, located in the middle of the front Outside air is routed through a passenger compartment outlets, to change the direction of the airﬂow. Use the air ﬁlter before entering the vehicle. This ﬁlter removes thumbwheel located between the outlets to turn them certain particles from the air, including pollen and dust on and off.
Page 169 To access the passenger compartment air ﬁlter, do the following: 1. Press the tabs back and left to remove the cover. 3. To remove the air ﬁlter, insert a tool between the air ﬁlter and the compartment wall on the outboard side of the vehicle.
Page 170: 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 may be or is a problem with one of the vehicle’s functions.
Page 171: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster The instrument panel cluster is designed to show how the vehicle is running. It shows how fast the vehicle is going, how much fuel has been used, and many other things needed to drive safely and economically. The vehicle has this cluster or one very similar to it.
Page 172: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Trip Odometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in both A trip odometer show how far the vehicle has been miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). driven since the odometer was last set to zero. The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-49 driven, in either miles or kilometers.
Page 173: Safety Belt Reminders
Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the engine is started, Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light a chime sounds for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt. This only When the engine is started, a chime sounds for occurs if the passenger airbag is enabled.
Page 174: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light CAUTION: 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 includes If the airbag readiness light stays on after the the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
Page 175: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact The vehicle has the passenger sensing system. airbag are enabled (may inﬂate).
Page 176: Charging System Light
Charging System Light Brake System Warning Light The vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into This light comes on brieﬂy two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can when the ignition key is still work and stop the vehicle. For good braking both turned to START, but the parts need to be working.
Page 177: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
Antilock Brake System (ABS) When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light also comes on when the parking brake is set. The light Warning Light will stay on if the parking brake does not fully release. If it stays on after the parking brake is fully released, it means there is a brake problem.
Page 178: Traction Control System (Tcs) Warning Light
Traction Control System (TCS) If it stays on or comes on while driving a SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL message appears in the Driver Warning Light Information Center (DIC). This indicates that there could be a problem with the traction control system and the vehicle may need service.
Page 179: Stabilitrak Indicator Light
® StabiliTrak Indicator Light Lane Departure Warning Light This light comes on brieﬂy For vehicles with the lane while starting the engine. departure warning system, this light brieﬂy comes on green, while starting the vehicle, to indicate that it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer.
Page 180: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Engine Coolant Temperature Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Warning Light This light comes on brieﬂy while starting the vehicle. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by the United States Canada dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light goes off. This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.
Page 181: Tire Pressure Light
Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then is On Steady For vehicles with a tire This indicates that there could be a problem with the pressure light, this light Tire Pressure Monitor System. The light ﬂashes for about comes on brieﬂy when a minute and stays on steady for the remainder of the the engine is started and...
Page 182 If the check engine light comes on and stays on, while This light comes on during a malfunction in one of the engine is running, this indicates that there is an two ways: OBD II problem and service is required. Light Flashing: A misﬁre condition has been detected.
Page 183: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance An emission system malfunction might be corrected by doing the following: Programs • Make sure the fuel cap is fully installed. See Filling the Tank on page 5-10. The diagnostic system Some state/provincial and local governments have or can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or might begin programs to inspect the emission control improperly installed.
Page 184: Oil Pressure Light
Oil Pressure Light This light comes on brieﬂy while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not ﬂowing through the engine properly.
Page 185: Fog Lamp Light
Fog Lamp Light Highbeam On Light The fog lamp light comes This light comes on when on when the fog lamps are the high-beam headlamps in use. are in use. The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-9 See Fog Lamps on page 3-17 for more information.
Page 186: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage The gage works only when the ignition is on. When the indicator moves to the edge of the low fuel warning band, the low fuel warning light comes on and a chime sounds. The vehicle still has a little fuel left, but the vehicles fuel tank should be ﬁlled soon.
Page 187: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) DIC Operation and Displays The DIC has different displays which can be accessed Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). by pressing the DIC buttons located on the instrument All messages will appear in the DIC display located panel, to the left of the instrument panel cluster.
Page 188 Each trip odometer can be reset to zero separately by (Customization): Press this button to customize pressing the set/reset button while the desired trip the feature settings on your vehicle. See DIC Vehicle odometer is displayed. Customization on page 3-66 for more information. The trip odometer has a feature called the retro-active (Set/Reset): Press this button to set or reset certain reset.
Page 189 Fuel Range Instantaneous Economy Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL RANGE displays. Press the trip/fuel button until INST ECONOMY This display shows the approximate number of remaining displays. This display shows the current fuel economy miles (mi) or kilometers (km) the vehicle can be driven at a particular moment and will change frequently as without refueling.
Page 190: Park Assist
Vehicle Information Menu Items when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system, see Engine Oil Life System on page 5-20. (Vehicle Information): Press this button to scroll through the following menu items: Units Oil Life...
Page 191: Side Blind Zone
Side Blind Zone If a low or high tire pressure condition is detected by the system while driving, a message advising you to check If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) the pressure in a speciﬁc tire will appear in the display. system, this display allows the system to be turned on or See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-66 and DIC off.
Page 192: Dic Compass
Relearn Remote Key Customization Menu Items To access this display, the vehicle must be in PARK (P). (Customization): Press this button to enter This display allows you to match Remote Keyless the feature settings menu. This display allows you Entry (RKE) transmitters to your vehicle. To match to customize the feature settings on your vehicle.
Page 193: Compass Calibration
To adjust for compass variance, use the following 3. Press the set/reset button to scroll through and procedure: select the appropriate variance zone. Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure 4. Press the trip/fuel button until the vehicle heading, for example, N for North, is displayed in the DIC. 1.
Page 194: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages To calibrate the compass, use the following procedure: Compass Calibration Procedure Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that 1. Before calibrating the compass, check that the some action may be needed by the driver to correct the compass zone is set to the variance zone in condition.
Page 195: Check Tire Pressure
AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON CHECK TIRE PRESSURE This message displays when the automatic headlamps On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor are turned on. See Exterior Lamps on page 3-15 for System (TPMS), this message displays when the more information. pressure in one or more of the vehicle’s tires needs to be checked.
Page 196: Engine Overheated Stop Engine
ENGINE HOT A/C ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE (Air Conditioning) OFF Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. This message displays when the engine coolant If an overheat warning appears on the instrument becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature.
Page 197: Fuel Level Low
ERROR HOOD OPEN This message displays while viewing the odometer or If your vehicle has the remote start feature, this trip odometers if there is a problem with the instrument message displays when the hood is not closed properly. panel cluster. See your dealer/retailer for service. Make sure that the hood is closed completely.
Page 198: Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
OIL LEVEL LOW ADD OIL PARK ASSIST OFF On some vehicles, this message displays when the If your vehicle has this feature, after the vehicle has vehicle’s engine oil is low. Fill the oil to the proper level as been started, this message will reminder the driver soon as possible.
Page 199: Service Air Bag
REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays when there is a problem with This message displays while you are matching a the airbag system. Have your vehicle serviced by your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to your vehicle. dealer/retailer immediately.
Page 200: Service Brake System
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM SERVICE POWER STEERING This message displays if the ignition is on to inform Your vehicle may have a speed variable assist steering the driver that the brake ﬂuid level is low. Have the system. See Steering on page 4-8. brake system serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon This message displays if a problem is detected with as possible.
Page 201 SERVICE STABILITRAK SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM ® If your vehicle has StabiliTrak , this message displays On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System if there has been a problem detected with StabiliTrak. (TPMS), this message displays if a part on the TPMS is A warning light also appears on the instrument panel not working properly.
Page 202: Theft Attempted
SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT STABILITRAK NOT READY SYSTEM OFF If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this message may display and the Traction Control System and StabiliTrak If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) Warning Light on the instrument panel cluster may be system, this message displays when the SBZA system on after ﬁrst driving the vehicle and exceeding 19 mph has been turned off.
Page 203: Trunk Open
TIGHTEN GAS CAP TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE This message may be displayed if the gas cap is not Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the on, or is not fully tightened. Check the gas cap to ensure transmission ﬂuid is overheating and the that it is on properly.
Page 204: Turn Signal On
TURN SIGNAL ON All of the customization options may not be available on your vehicle. Only the options available will be displayed This message displays as a reminder to turn off the on the DIC. turn signal if you drive your vehicle for more than about The default settings for the customization features were 0.75 mile (1.2 km) with a turn signal on.
Page 205 Feature Settings Menu Items ESPANOL: All messages will appear in Spanish. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The following are customization features that allow you The current setting will remain. to program settings to the vehicle: To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the DISPLAY IN ENGLISH desired setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 206: Remote Door Lock
AUTO DOOR UNLOCK REMOTE DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select the type of feedback This feature allows you to select whether or not to you will receive when locking the vehicle with the turn off the automatic door unlocking feature. It also Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 207: Remote Door Unlock
DELAY DOOR LOCK NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. This feature allows you to select whether or not the To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the locking of the vehicle’s doors will be delayed. When desired setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 208: Exit Lighting
EXIT LIGHTING APPROACH LIGHTING This feature allows you to select the amount of time you This feature allows you to select whether or not to have want the exterior lamps to remain on when it is dark the exterior lights turn on brieﬂy during low light periods enough outside.
Page 209 CHIME VOLUME PARK TILT MIRRORS This feature allows you to select the volume level of If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select the chime. whether or not the outside mirror(s) will automatically tilt down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). Press the customization button until CHIME VOLUME See Park Tilt Mirrors on page 2-37 for more information.
Page 210 EASY EXIT RECALL NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the your preference for the automatic easy exit seat feature. desired setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 211 SEAT/TELESCOPE: The driver’s seat and the steering Press the customization button until MEMORY SEAT column telescope feature will recall. RECALL appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature. TILT/TELESCOPE: The steering wheel tilt and steering Then press the customization button to scroll through column telescope features will recall.
Page 212: Remote Start
REMOTE START FACTORY SETTINGS If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to turn This feature allows you to set all of the customization the remote start off or on. The remote start feature features back to their factory default settings. allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle Press the customization button until FACTORY using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 213: Audio System(S)
Exiting the Feature Settings Menu This system provides access to many audio and non audio listings. The feature settings menu will be exited when any of To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving, the following occurs: do the following while the vehicle is parked: •...
Page 214: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour, press the button and then the pushbutton Without Date Display located under the forward arrow tab. Once the times 12H and 24H are displayed, press the pushbutton AM/FM Base Radio with a located under the desired tab to select the default.
Page 215 5. To decrease the time or date, do one of the 5. To decrease the time or date, do one of the following: following: • Turn the knob counter-clockwise. • Turn the knob counter-clockwise. © • Press SEEK. © • Press SEEK.
Page 216: Radio(S)
Radio(s) Radio with CD (MP3) shown, Radio with Six-Disc CD (MP3) similar Radio with CD (Base) The vehicle has one of these radios as its audio system. 3-78...
Page 217: Playing The Radio
Radio Data System (RDS) Speed Compensated Volume (SCV): The Radio with CD (MP3) and the Radio with Six-Disc CD (MP3) The radio may have the Radio Data System (RDS) have SCV. SCV automatically adjusts the radio volume feature. RDS is available for use only on FM stations to compensate for road and wind noise as the vehicle that broadcast RDS information.
Page 218: Finding A Station
Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations (Radio with CD (Base)) BAND: Press to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM™. The selection displays. If the radio does not have XM, up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can be programmed (Tune): Turn to select radio stations.
Page 219 Setting the Tone FAV (Favorites): Press to go through up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations available (Bass/Midrange/Treble) per page. Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM stations. To store a BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): The station as a favorite: radio may display some or all tones, such as BASS, MID,...
Page 220 Finding a Category (CAT) Station To return to the manual mode, press until Manual displays or start to manually adjust the bass and (XM™ Satellite Radio Service Only) depending on the radio, midrange, or treble by pressing the knob. CAT (Category): The radio may have the CAT button feature.
Page 221: Radio Messages
XM™ Satellite Radio Service 3. Turn the knob to display the category to be removed. XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 4. Press the pushbutton located under the Remove 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. tab until the category name along with the word XM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming Removed displays.
Page 222 The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single EJECT: For the Radio with a Single CD player, CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller press to eject the CD. If the CD is not removed, after CDs are loaded in the same manner.
Page 223 To use random on a radio with a Six-Disc CD player: FWD (Fast Forward): Press and hold to advance playback quickly within a track. Sound is heard at a 1. Press the CD/AUX button, press and hold reduced volume. Release to resume playing the track. A beep sounds and Load All Discs displays.
Page 224 Care of the CD Player CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to play a CD while listening to the radio. The CD icon and a message Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in the showing disc and/or track number displays when a CD player.
Page 225: Using The Auxiliary Input Jack
CD Messages Using the Auxiliary Input Jack The radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on CHECK DISC: If an error message displays and/or the lower right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following output;...
Page 226: Using An Mp3
MP3 Format BAND: Press to listen to the radio while a portable audio device is playing. The portable audio device If you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal computer: continues playing until it is stopped or turned off. •...
Page 227 • Root Directory Minimize the length of the ﬁle, folder or playlist names. Long ﬁle, folder, or playlist names, or a The root directory of the CD is treated as a folder. If the combination of a large number of ﬁles and folders, root directory has compressed audio ﬁles, the directory or playlists can cause the player to be unable to play displays as F1 ROOT.
Page 228 Order of Play Preprogrammed Playlists Tracks recorded to the CD-R or CD-RW are played in Preprogrammed playlists that were created using the following order: WinAmp™, MusicMatch™, or Real Jukebox™ software can be accessed, however, you do not have playlist • Play begins from the ﬁrst track in the ﬁrst playlist editing capability using the radio.
Page 229 (Next Folder): Press the pushbutton positioned (Music Navigator): If the radio has the MP3 under the Folder tab to go to the ﬁrst track in the feature, it has the music navigator feature to play MP3 next folder. ﬁles on the CD-R or CD-RW in order by artist or album. Press the pushbutton located below the music navigator REV (Reverse): Press and hold to reverse playback tab.
Page 230: Xm Radio Messages
Now the album name displays on the second line Channel Off Air: This channel is not currently in between the arrows and songs from the current service. Tune in to another channel. album begins to play. Once all songs from that album Channel Unauth: This channel is blocked or cannot be have played, the player moves to the next album in received with your XM Subscription package.
Page 231: Navigation/Radio System
® Bluetooth XM Theftlocked: The XM™ receiver in your vehicle could have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM™ receivers cannot be swapped Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a Bluetooth between vehicles. If this message is received after having capable cell phone with a Hands Free Proﬁle to make and your vehicle serviced, check with your dealer/retailer.
Page 232: Audio System
Audio System Pairing When using the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, sound A Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the comes through the vehicle’s front audio system speakers in-vehicle Bluetooth system ﬁrst and then connected to and over-rides the audio system. Use the audio system the vehicle before it can be used.
Page 233: Pairing A Phone
Pairing a Phone Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2.
Page 234: Storing Name Tags
Linking to a Different Phone Using the Store Command The store command allows a phone number to be 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system stored without entering the digits individually. responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 1.
Page 235 5. Say a name tag for the phone number. The name 4. After the complete number has been entered, say tag is recorded and the system responds with “Store”. The system responds with “Please say the “About to store <name tag>. Does that sound OK?”. name tag”...
Page 236: Deleting Name Tags
Deleting Name Tags Using the Delete All Name Tags Command The delete all name tags command deletes all stored The system uses the following commands to delete phone book name tags and route name tags for OnStar name tags: (if present). •...
Page 237 Using the Dial Command Using the Digit Dial Command 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 238: Receiving A Call
Using the Call Command Using the Re-dial Command 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 239: 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. The original call is placed During a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can on hold.
Page 240: Bluetooth System
To Transfer Audio to the Cell Phone Voice Pass-Thru During a call with the audio in the vehicle: Voice Pass-Thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone. See the cell phone 1. Press . The system responds with “Ready” manufacturers user guide to see if the cell phone followed by a tone.
Page 241 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 242: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Other Information Audio Steering Wheel Controls ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Vehicles with audio ® the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by steering wheel controls General Motors is under license. Other trademarks and could differ depending trade names are those of their respective owners.
Page 243: Radio Reception
SRCE (Source): Press to switch between the radio (AM, FM, XM), CD, and for vehicles with, DVD, The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary. especially at night. The longer range can cause station For vehicles with the navigation system, press and frequencies to interfere with each other.
Page 244: Backglass Antenna
Cellular Phone Usage Notice: Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window may damage the rear window Cellular phone usage may cause interference with the antenna and/or the rear window defogger. Repairs vehicle’s radio. This interference may occur when making would not be covered by your warranty.
Page 245: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ....4-2 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ....4-12 Driving for Better Fuel Economy .......4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-13 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Highway Hypnosis ........4-13 Drunk Driving ..........4-3 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-14 Control of a Vehicle ........4-3...
Page 246: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
Your Driving, the Road, and Defensive Driving the Vehicle Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The ﬁrst step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt — See Safety Belts: They Are for Driving for Better Fuel Economy Everyone on page 1-12.
Page 247: Drunk Driving
Drunk Driving 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 these laws. CAUTION: The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.
Page 248: Braking
Braking Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-38. is a mistake. The brakes might not have time to cool Braking action involves perception time and reaction between hard stops.
Page 249: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Antilock Brake System (ABS) ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel, as required, faster than any driver could. This can help the driver steer around the obstacle while braking hard. This vehicle has the Antilock Brake System (ABS), an advanced electronic braking system that will help As the brakes are applied, the computer keeps prevent a braking skid.
Page 250: Braking In Emergencies
® Braking in Emergencies StabiliTrak System ABS allows the driver to steer and brake at the same The vehicle may have the StabiliTrak system which time. In many emergencies, steering can help more than combines antilock brake, traction and stability control even the very best braking.
Page 251: Traction Control System (Tcs)
® The TCS/StabiliTrak warning light on the instrument The TCS and StabiliTrak panel cluster will ﬂash when the system is operating. light will ﬂash when the See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light system is limiting ® on page 3-40 and StabiliTrak Indicator Light on wheel spin.
Page 252: Steering
To turn the system off or Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affect on, press and release this the vehicle’s performance. See Accessories and button located in front Modiﬁcations on page 5-3 for more information. of the shift lever. Steering Power Steering If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops TCS automatically comes on whenever the vehicle is or the system is not functioning, the vehicle can be...
Page 253: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 254: 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 255 Skidding Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, slow In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable important to slow down on slippery surfaces because care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving...
Page 256: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Night driving is more dangerous than day driving because Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction some drivers are likely to be impaired — by alcohol or and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue.
Page 257: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Hydroplaning Before Leaving on a Long Trip Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having it your vehicle’s tires so they actually ride on the water. This serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing. can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going Things to check on your own include: fast enough.
Page 258: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads CAUTION: 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 259: Winter Driving
Winter Driving The Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-7 improves the ability to accelerate on slippery roads, but slow down and adjust your driving to the road Driving on Snow or Ice conditions. When driving through deep snow, turn off the traction control system to help maintain vehicle Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the motion at lower speeds.
Page 260 Blizzard Conditions CAUTION: (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, • Open a window about two inches (5 cm) on use the Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-7. the side of the vehicle that is away from the To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: wind to bring in fresh air.
Page 261: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice, Or Snow
Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. Moving about CAUTION: to keep warm also helps. If it takes some time for help to arrive, now and then If you let your vehicle’s tires spin at high speed, when you run the engine, push the accelerator pedal they can explode, and you or others could be slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle speed.
Page 262: 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 area It is very important to know how much weight your around the front wheels. Turn off any traction or stability vehicle can carry.
Page 263 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 5-59 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-66.
Page 264 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 265 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 266 Certiﬁcation Label If the vehicle is going to carry a heavy load, spread it out. See “Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit” earlier in this section. CAUTION: Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 267: Towing
Towing CAUTION: Towing Your Vehicle Things you put inside the vehicle can strike To avoid damage, the disabled vehicle should be towed and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, with all four wheels off the ground. Consult your dealer/ or in a crash.
Page 268: 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 269: Dolly Towing
Dolly Towing Towing a Trailer CAUTION: The driver can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct equipment is not used or the vehicle is not driven properly. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even at all.
Page 270: Pulling A Trailer
• Trailering is different than just driving the vehicle by itself. Do not tow a trailer at all during the ﬁrst 1,000 miles Trailering means changes in handling, acceleration, (1600 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, braking, durability and fuel economy. Successful, safe transmission or other parts could be damaged.
Page 271: Weight Of The Trailer
Weight of the Trailer vehicle. If there are a lot of options, equipment, passengers or cargo in the vehicle, it will reduce the How heavy can a trailer safely be? tongue weight the vehicle can carry, which will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow. If towing It should never weigh more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg).
Page 272: Safety Chains
Total Weight on the Vehicle’s Tires Safety Chains Be sure the vehicle’s tires are inﬂated to the upper limit Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. for cold tires. These numbers can be found on the Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to Certiﬁcation/Tire label.
Page 273: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer Passing Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer. Get to know the rig before setting out for the open road. Because the rig is longer, it is necessary to go much Get acquainted with the feel of handling and braking with farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning the added weight of the trailer.
Page 274: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Parking on Hills The arrows on the instrument panel ﬂash whenever signaling a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the CAUTION: trailer lamps also ﬂash, telling other drivers the vehicle is turning, changing lanes or stopping. Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer When towing a trailer, the arrows on the instrument panel ﬂash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer...
Page 275: Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
Leaving After Parking on a Hill Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: The cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions. See Engine Overheating on • start the engine, page 5-35. •...
Page 276 ✍ NOTES 4-32...
Page 277: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Radiator Pressure Cap ........5-35 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......5-3 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap ....5-35 California Proposition 65 Warning .....5-4 Engine Overheating ........5-35 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ..5-4 Overheated Engine Protection Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Operating Mode .........5-37 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Power Steering Fluid ........5-38...
Page 278 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Tire Inspection and Rotation ......5-72 Weatherstrips ..........5-95 When It Is Time for New Tires .......5-73 Washing Your Vehicle ........5-96 Buying New Tires .........5-74 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .....5-96 Different Size Tires and Wheels ......5-76 Finish Care ..........5-96 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......5-76 Windshield and Wiper Blades ......5-97 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ....5-78...
Page 279: Service
Service Accessories and Modiﬁcations When non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added For service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer. to 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, stability, supported service people.
Page 280: 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 CAUTION: cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many ﬂuids, and You can be injured and the vehicle could be some component wear by-products contain and/or emit...
Page 281: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of The Vehicle
Fuel This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-72. Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of this vehicle. To help keep the Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance, mileage and the date of any service work performed.
Page 282: Gasoline Octane
Gasoline Octane Gasoline Speciﬁcations If the vehicle has the 3.9L V6 engine (VIN Code 1) or the At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM speciﬁcation 3.9L V6 engine (VIN Code M), use regular unleaded D 4814 in the United States or CAN/CGSB-3.5 or 3.511 in gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher.
Page 283: Additives
Additives Notice: This vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuel To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. are now required to contain additives that help prevent That damage would not be covered under the engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing...
Page 284: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) Many service stations will not have an 85% ethanol fuel (E85) pump available. The U. S. Department of Energy has an alternative fuels website (www.eere.energy.gov/ The 8th digit of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) afdc/infrastructure/locator.html) that can help you ﬁnd shows the code letter or number that identiﬁes the E85 fuel.
Page 285: Fuels In Foreign Countries
To ensure quick starts in the wintertime, the E85 fuel Notice: Some additives are not compatible with E85 must be formulated properly for your climate according to fuel and can harm the vehicle’s fuel system. Do not ASTM speciﬁcation D 5798. If you have trouble starting add anything to E85.
Page 286: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off the engine when you are refueling.
Page 287 The TIGHTEN GAS CAP message displays on the Driver Information Center (DIC) if the fuel cap is CAUTION: not properly installed. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap CAUTION: too quickly. If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned.
Page 288: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the An electric fan under the hood can start up and container can ignite the fuel vapor. You can be injure you even when the engine is not running.
Page 289: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is located next to the parking brake pedal near the ﬂoor. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull the secondary hood release to the right.
Page 290: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3.9L V6 engine, here is what you will see: 5-14...
Page 291 A. Underhood Fuse Block on page 5-101. G. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 5-17. B. Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting on page 5-46. H. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See “Checking Engine Oil”...
Page 292 When you open the hood on the 4.6L V8 engine, here is what you will see: 5-16...
Page 293: Engine Oil
A. Underhood Fuse Block on page 5-101. Engine Oil B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting on Checking Engine Oil page 5-46. C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you Washer Fluid”...
Page 294: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, add at least one quart/liter of the recommended oil. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 5-109.
Page 295: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils meeting these requirements should have Look for three things: the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certiﬁed by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Notice: Use only engine oil identiﬁed as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol.
Page 296: Engine Oil Life System
Engine Oil Additives / Engine Oil When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it indicates that an oil change is necessary. Flushes A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-56. Change Do not add anything to the oil.
Page 297: How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life What to Do with Used Oil System Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Page 298: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect or replace the ﬁlter: See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter. 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 299: Automatic Transmission Fluid
To reinstall the cover: Notice: If the air cleaner/ﬁlter is off, a backﬁre can cause a damaging engine ﬁre. And, dirt 1. Align the two hinges located on the inboard side of can easily get into the engine, which will damage it. the cover.
Page 300: Checking The Fluid Level
How to Check Automatic Transmission To get the right reading, the ﬂuid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F Fluid (3.9L Engine) (82°C to 93°C). Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about choose to have this done at the dealer/retailer service 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are department.
Page 301 Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: For the 3.9L V6 engine the transmission ﬂuid dipstick top is a round loop with this symbol. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for 3.9L V6 Engine more information on location. 1.
Page 302: Cooling System
Cooling System If the ﬂuid level is low, add only enough of the proper ﬂuid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick. The Cooling System allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. 1. Pull out the dipstick. 2.
Page 303 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine ﬁre, and you could be burned.
Page 304: Engine Coolant (4.6L Engine)
Engine Coolant (4.6L Engine) CAUTION: (Continued) The cooling system in the vehicle is ﬁlled with ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain to remain in the vehicle for ﬁve years or 150,000 miles water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get (240 000 km), whichever occurs ﬁrst.
Page 305 Checking Coolant Notice: If an improper coolant mixture is used, the engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking The repair cost would not be covered by the vehicle the coolant level. warranty.
Page 306 If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: CAUTION: How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and CAUTION: can cause injury.
Page 307 You can remove the 4. With the coolant surge tank cap off, start the coolant surge tank engine and let it run until you can feel the upper pressure cap when the radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling system, including cooling fans.
Page 308: Engine Coolant (3.9L Engine)
Engine Coolant (3.9L Engine) CAUTION: (Continued) The cooling system in the vehicle is ﬁlled with ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain to remain in the vehicle for ﬁve years or 150,000 miles water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get (240 000 km), whichever occurs ﬁrst.
Page 309: How To Add Coolant To The Recovery Tank
Notice: If an improper coolant mixture is used, the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, the engine could overheat and be badly damaged. drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant at the coolant The repair cost would not be covered by the vehicle recovery tank, but be sure the cooling system is cool warranty.
Page 310: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator If coolant is needed, add the proper mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done. CAUTION: 1. You can remove the pressure cap when the cooling system, An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can including the pressure...
Page 311: Radiator Pressure Cap
Engine Overheating If the coolant in the recovery tank is constantly low, you should have a dealer/retailer service department inspect the vehicle for leaks. The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating. Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, You will ﬁnd a warning light about a hot engine as well coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur.
Page 312: 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 CAUTION: serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle: •...
Page 313: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
Overheated Engine Protection If the temperature overheat gage is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer Operating Mode displays, the vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive the vehicle slow for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe If an overheated engine condition exists and the vehicle distance from the car in front of you.
Page 314: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering ﬂuid, do the following: See Engine Compartment 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment Overview on page 5-14 cool down. for information on the location of the power 2.
Page 315: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow What to Use the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure to read • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be Water can cause the solution to freeze and operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature damage your washer ﬂuid tank and other parts...
Page 316: Brakes
Brakes Do not top off the brake ﬂuid. Adding ﬂuid does not correct a leak. If ﬂuid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much ﬂuid when new brake Brake Fluid linings are installed. Add or remove brake ﬂuid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake The brake master cylinder hydraulic system.
Page 317 What to Add Notice: • Using the wrong ﬂuid can badly damage brake Use only new DOT-3 brake ﬂuid from a sealed hydraulic system parts. For example, just a few container. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in page 6-12.
Page 318: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are ﬁrst applied or lightly This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have applied. This does not mean something is wrong with built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning the brakes.
Page 319: Brake Pedal Travel
Brake Pedal Travel Replacing Brake System Parts See your dealer/retailer if the brake pedal does not The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in parts have to be of top quality and work well together if pedal travel.
Page 320: Battery
Battery CAUTION: This vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When it is time for a new battery, see your dealer/retailer for one that has the replacement number shown on A battery that is not properly vented can let the original battery’s label. sulfuric acid fumes into the area under the rear Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related seat cushion.
Page 321: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting on page 5-46 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt. Infrequent Usage: If the vehicle is driven infrequently, remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery.
Page 322: Jump Starting
Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that would not be covered by your warranty. If the vehicle’s battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it your vehicle.
Page 323 Notice: If you leave the radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the warranty. Always turn off the radio and other accessories when jump starting the vehicle. 3.
Page 324 CAUTION: CAUTION: 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 325 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) 9. Connect the other end of the negative (−) cable at terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.
Page 326 Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may the following: occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the not be covered by your warranty.
Page 327: Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming The vehicle should: • Be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) from The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming a light colored wall. system. The aim of the headlamps have been preset at • Have all four tires on a level surface which is level the factory and should need no further adjustment.
Page 328 To adjust the vertical aim: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-13 for more information. 4. At a wall, measure from the ground upward (A) to the recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it. 5. Draw or tape a horizontal line (B) on the wall the width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in 2.
Page 329 9. Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line. The lamp on the left (A) shows the correct headlamp aim. The lamp on the right (B) shows the 7. Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws, which incorrect headlamp aim.
Page 330: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-57. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer/retailer. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
Page 331 To replace one of these bulbs: 6. Pull the taillamp assembly straight out. 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-13. 7. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out to remove it. 2. Remove the convenience net. 8.
Page 332: Taillamps And Back-Up Lamps
Taillamps and Back-Up Lamps To replace an auxiliary taillamp or back-up lamp bulb: 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-13. A. Taillamp 2. Remove the three fasteners from the trunk trim. B. Back-up Lamp 3. Pull back the trunk trim to access the bulbs. 4.
Page 333: License Plate Lamp
License Plate Lamp Replacement Bulbs To replace one of these bulbs: Exterior Lamps Bulb Number 1. Remove the license plate. Back-up Lamp 2. Reach up through the opening above the license Sidemarker, License Plate Lamp, plate to access the two license plate lamps. and Auxiliary Taillamp 3.
Page 334 To replace the wiper blade assembly, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY, with the engine off. 2. Pull the windshield wiper assembly away from the windshield. 4. Replace the blade assembly with a new one. Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield.
Page 335: Tires
Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever • Underinﬂated tires pose the same have questions about your tire warranty and where danger as overloaded tires. The resulting to obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty accident could cause serious injury.
Page 336: 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, Useful information about a tire is molded into its and service description. See the “Tire Size” sidewall.
Page 337 (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) (A) Temporary Use Only The compact spare Tire manufacturers are required to grade tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of tires based on three performance factors: approximately 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance.
Page 338 (F) Tire Size A combination of letters and (B) Tire Width The three-digit number indicates numbers deﬁne a tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall construction type, and service description. The to sidewall. letter T as the ﬁrst character in the tire size means (C) Aspect Ratio A two-digit number that the tire is for temporary use only.
Page 339: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat Air Pressure The amount of air inside the from driving.
Page 340 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an Normal Occupant Weight The number of asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied when mounted on a vehicle. by 150 lbs (68 kg). See Loading the Vehicle on page 4-18.
Page 341 Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at Standards) A tire information system that 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. provides consumers with ratings for a tire’s traction, temperature, and treadwear.
Page 342: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure A vehicle speciﬁc Tire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle. This label shows your vehicle’s original equipment tires and the Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to correct inﬂation pressures for your tires when they operate effectively.
Page 343: How To Check
How to Check Tire Pressure Monitor System Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses radio tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels. The properly inﬂated simply by looking at them.
Page 344 Federal Communications Commission Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to (FCC) and Industry and Science maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inﬂation Canada has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Page 345: Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation driver. For additional information and details about the DIC operation and displays see DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-49 and DIC Warnings and Messages This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 3-56. (TPMS).
Page 346: Tpms Malfunction Light And Message
TPMS Malfunction Light and Message • Replacement tires or wheels do not match your vehicle’s original equipment tires or wheels. Tires The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the and wheels other than those recommended for your TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable.
Page 347 The TPMS sensors can also be matched to each 5. Remove the valve cap from the valve cap stem. tire/wheel position by increasing or decreasing the Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or tire’s air pressure. If increasing the tire’s air pressure, decreasing the tire’s air pressure for ﬁve seconds, do not exceed the maximum inﬂation pressure indicated or until a horn chirp sounds.
Page 348: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation We recommend that you regularly inspect your vehicle’s tires, including the spare tire, for signs of wear or damage. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-73 for more information. Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km).
Page 349: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires CAUTION: Various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions inﬂuence when you need new tires. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts One way to tell when it become loose after time.
Page 350: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires You need new tires if any of the following statements are true: GM has developed and matched speciﬁc tires for • You can see the indicators at three or more places your vehicle. The original equipment tires installed around the tire.
Page 351 GM recommends replacing tires in sets of four. This is because uniform tread depth on all tires will CAUTION: help keep your vehicle performing most like it did when the tires were new. Replacing less than a full set of tires can affect the braking and handling If you use bias-ply tires on the vehicle, the performance of your vehicle.
Page 352: 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 may affect the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride maximum section width.
Page 353 Treadwear Traction – AA, A, B, C The treadwear grade is a comparative rating The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under government test course.
Page 354: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C WARNING: The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat The temperature grade for this tire is when tested under controlled conditions on a established for a tire that is properly inﬂated speciﬁed indoor laboratory test wheel.
Page 355: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Replacement CAUTION: Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
Page 356: Used Replacement Wheels
Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts. The Putting a used wheel on the vehicle is dangerous. area damaged by the tire chains could cause you You cannot know how it has been used or how to lose control of your vehicle and you or others far it has been driven.
Page 357: If A Tire Goes Flat
Notice: If your vehicle has P225/60R16 size tires, A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a use tire chains only where legal and only when you skid and may require the same correction you would must. Use only SAE Class S-type chains that are use in a skid.
Page 358: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire CAUTION: (Continued) If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard To be even more certain the vehicle will not move, warning ﬂashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6.
Page 359: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is located in the trunk. 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-13. 2. Turn the center retainer counterclockwise to remove it. 4. Turn the retainer that secures the jack and wheel 3.
Page 360: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-82. The tools you will be using include the jack (A) and the wheel wrench (B). 2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen all the wheel nuts, but do no remove them yet.
Page 361 CAUTION: 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. Notice: If you position the jack under the rocker molding and attempt to raise the vehicle, you could break the molding and/or cause other damage to...
Page 362 5. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it ﬁts ﬁrmly on the ridge in the vehicle’s frame nearest the ﬂat tire. Do not raise the vehicle yet. 6. Put the compact spare tire near the ﬂat tire. CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous.
Page 363 8. Remove all wheel nuts and remove the CAUTION: (Continued) ﬂat tire. or dirt from places where the wheel attaches 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 364 10. Install the compact spare tire. CAUTION: CAUTION: Incorrect or improperly tightened wheel nuts can Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because cause the wheel to come loose and even come the nuts might come loose. The vehicle’s wheel off.
Page 365: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid Tools expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque speciﬁcation.
Page 366 To store the compact spare tire and tools: A. Center Retainer B. Compact Spare Tire Cover C. Retainer D. Washer E. Jack Container F. Spare Tire G. Wheel Wrench H. Jack I. Foam Insert J. Bolt 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-13. 2.
Page 367: Compact Spare Tire
4. Insert the jack container (E) into the spare tire (F). After installing the compact spare on the vehicle, stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire is correctly 5. Insert the wheel wrench (G) and jack (H) into inﬂated.
Page 368: Appearance Care
Appearance Care surfaces for which they were not intended. Use glass cleaner only on glass. Remove any accidental over-spray from other surfaces immediately. To prevent over-spray, Interior Cleaning apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth. Notice: Using abrasive cleaners when cleaning The vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is glass surfaces on the vehicle, could scratch cleaned often.
Page 369: Fabric/Carpet
Fabric/Carpet Do not clean the vehicle using: • A knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment from any interior surface. frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister •...
Page 370: 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 371: Instrument Panel, Vinyl, And Other Plastic Surfaces
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Care of Safety Belts Plastic Surfaces Keep belts clean and dry. A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, CAUTION: a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt.
Page 372: Washing Your Vehicle
Washing Your Vehicle High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle. Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 12 inches (30 cm) to the surface of the vehicle. Use of The best way to preserve the vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep power washers exceeding 1,200 psi (8 274 kPa) can it clean by washing it often.
Page 373: Windshield And Wiper Blades
Windshield and Wiper Blades Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner. etc., can damage the vehicle’s ﬁnish if they remain on Clean the rubber blades using a lint free cloth or painted surfaces.
Page 374: Aluminum Or Chrome-Plated Wheels And Trim
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle. Do not use strong soaps, and Trim chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated on them because they could damage the surface.
Page 375: Tires
Tires Underbody Maintenance To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the products on the vehicle may damage the paint ﬁnish underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, and/or tires.
Page 376: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label This label is on the spare tire cover. It is very helpful if Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) you ever need to order parts. The label has the following information: • Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) •...
Page 377: Power Windows And Other Power Options
Power Windows and Other Power You will ﬁnd a fuse puller clipped in both of the fuse blocks. Snap the wide end of the fuse puller at the side Options indentations and pull the fuse out. The MaxiFuses are located in two fuse blocks, one Circuit breakers in the rear fuse block protect the power located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s windows and other power accessories.
Page 378 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Engine Control Module (ECM), Air Conditioning Clutch Crank Air Injection Reactor (AIR) Solenoid Fuel Injectors Odd Oxygen Sensor Fuel Injectors Even 5-102...
Page 379 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Emission Device Starter (J-Case) Transmission, Ignition 1 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Motor (J-Case) Engine Control Module (ECM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Cooling Fan 2 (J-Case) Climate Control System, Instrument Cooling Fan 1 (J-Case) Panel Cluster Ignition 1 Windshield Washer Heater (J-Case) Airbag System Horn...
Page 380: Rear Underseat Fuse Block
Rear Underseat Fuse Block To remove the rear seat cushion, do the following: 1. Pull up on the front of the cushion to release the The rear fuse block is located under the rear seat on front hooks. the driver side. The rear seat cushion must be removed 2.
Page 381 To reinstall the rear seat cushion, do the following: CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly routed through the seat cushion or is twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt has not been routed through the seat cushion at all, it will not be there to work for the next passenger.
Page 382 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuel Pump Not Used Left Park Lamp Right Park Lamp 5-106...
Page 383 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Engine Control Module Ignition Switch (ECM)/Transmission Control Driver Door Module Module (TCM) Not Used Memory Module Electronic Leveling Control Module Not Used Body Control Module Steering Wheel Illumination (Left Turn Signal) Front Heated/Cooled Seat Module Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary Power Run 2 - Heated/Cooled Seats, Outlet Heated Washer Fluid...
Page 384 Fuses Usage Relays Usage Trunk Release Park Lamps Ampliﬁer, Radio Fuel Pump Body Control Module (CHMSL) Not Used Body Control Module Not Used Not Used Unlock ® OnStar Module Lock Body Modules Radio Daytime Running Lamps Not Used Not Used Rear Defogger (J-Case) Trunk Release Electronic Leveling Control...
Page 385: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 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 386 Capacities Application English Metric Transmission Fluid - Drain and Reﬁll 3.9L V6 Engine 7.4 qt 7.0 L 4.6L V8 Engine 7.4 qt 7.0 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual.
Page 387 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 Owner Checks and Services ......6-8 Introduction ...........6-2 At Each Fuel Fill ..........6-9 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 At Least Once a Month ........6-9 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-10 Using the Maintenance Schedule ......6-3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ........6-4...
Page 388: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, Introduction replacement parts, and recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and to keep this vehicle in good working condition. change as recommended.
Page 389: Using The Maintenance Schedule
Using the Maintenance Schedule CAUTION: We want to help keep this vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You might drive very short distances only a few times Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be a week.
Page 390: Scheduled Maintenance
The proper replacement parts, ﬂuids, and lubricants to If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants service the vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since on page 6-12 and Maintenance Replacement Parts the last service.
Page 391 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 5-17. Reset oil life • • system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-20. An Emission Control Service. • • Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (k). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 392: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000)
Page 393: Maintenance Footnotes
Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000) (200 000) (240 000) Engine cooling system service (or every ﬁve years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). • An Emission Control Service. See footnote (j).
Page 394: Owner Checks And Services
(e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and safety (j) Drain, ﬂush, and reﬁll cooling system. This service belt assemblies are working properly. Look for any other can be complex; you should have your dealer/retailer loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see perform this service.
Page 395: At Each Fuel Fill
At Each Fuel Fill At Least Once a Month It is important to perform these underhood checks at Tire Inﬂation Check each fuel ﬁll. Inspect the vehicle’s tires and make sure they are Engine Oil Level Check inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check the spare tire.
Page 396: At Least Once A Year
At Least Once a Year Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check Starter Switch Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or could move suddenly.
Page 397: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Ignition Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn set the parking brake. the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position. •...
Page 398: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Parking Brake Canada 88901242) or lubricant Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part Cable Guides meeting requirements of NLGI #2, number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 399: 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 22676970 A1627C Engine Oil Filter 3.9L V6 Engine 89017342 PF61 4.6L V8 Engine...
Page 400: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing 4.6L V8 Engine 3.9L V6 Engine 6-14...
Page 401: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
Page 402 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-16...
Page 403 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-17...
Page 404 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-18...
Page 405: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information ....7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-15 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the Online Owner Center ........7-5 United States Government ......7-15 Customer Assistance for Reporting Safety Defects to the Text Telephone (TTY) Users ......7-6 Canadian Government ........7-15 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-6 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ..7-15...
Page 406: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your (French). dealer and to Buick. Normally, any concerns with We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle to give your inquiry prompt attention.
Page 407 STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both General Motors You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the and your dealer are committed to making sure you are toll-free telephone number or write them at the following completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, in address: the United States, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed BBB Auto Line Program...
Page 408 STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event For further information concerning eligibility in the that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), after following the procedure outlined in Steps one and call toll-free 1-800-207-0685.
Page 409: Online Owner Center
My Dealers/Retailers: Save details such as address • Online service and maintenance records and phone number for each of your preferred GM • Find Buick dealers for service nationwide dealers/retailers. • • My Driveway: Access quick links to parts and...
Page 410: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or 1908 Colonel Sam Drive speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer www.gmcanada.com Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate 1-800-263-3777 (English) with Buick by dialing: 1-800-83-BUICK.
Page 411: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
GM Mobility Reimbursement Roadside Assistance Program Program For U.S. purchased vehicles, call 1-800-252-1112; (Text Telephone (TTY): 1-888-889-2438). For Canadian purchased vehicles, call 1-800-268-6800. Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calling for Assistance When calling Roadside Assistance, have the following information ready: •...
Page 412: Services Provided
Coverage • Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway: Tow to the nearest Buick dealer for Services are provided up to 5 years/100,000 miles warranty service, or if the vehicle was in a crash (160 000 km), whichever comes ﬁrst.
Page 413 Services Not Included in Roadside • Trip Interruption Beneﬁts and Assistance: Must be over 250 kilometres from where your trip was Assistance started to qualify. General Motors of Canada Limited • requires pre-authorization, original detailed receipts, Impound towing caused by violation of any laws. and a copy of the repair orders.
Page 414: Scheduling Service Appointments
Scheduling Service Appointments Several courtesy transportation options are available to assist in reducing your inconvenience when warranty repairs are required. When your vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealer/retailer and request an appointment. Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle By scheduling a service appointment and advising your Limited Warranty.
Page 415: Additional Program Information
Public Transportation or Fuel provincial, local, and rental vehicle provider requirements. Requirements vary and may include minimum age Reimbursement requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc. If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may and public transportation is used instead of the dealer’s also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, shuttle service, the expense must be supported by...
Page 416: Collision Damage Repair
Collision Damage Repair an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle’s originally designed appearance and safety performance, however, the history of these parts is not known. Such parts are not If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualiﬁed any related failures are not covered by that warranty.
Page 417: Insuring Your Vehicle
Insuring Your Vehicle If a Crash Occurs Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with Here is what to do if you are involved in a crash. comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. • Check to make sure that you are all right. If you There are signiﬁcant differences in the quality of are uninjured, make sure that no one else in coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms.
Page 418 • Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone Process number, driver’s license number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), insurance company GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair.
Page 419: Reporting Safety Defects
General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Call 1-800-521-7300, or write: Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to safercar.gov; or Buick Customer Assistance Center write to: P.O. Box 33136 Detroit, MI 48232-5136 Administrator, NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E.
Page 420: Service Publications Ordering Information
Service Publications Ordering Current and Past Model Order Forms Information Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request Service Manuals an order form, specify year and model name of the vehicle. Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
Page 421: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
Vehicle Data Recording and Event Data Recorders Privacy This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag computers that record information about the vehicle’s deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist performance and how it is driven.
Page 422: Onstar
Navigation System To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, If your vehicle has a navigation system, use of the other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the system may result in the storage of destinations, special equipment, can read the information if they addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip...
Page 423 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ....5-98 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......5-3 Care of Safety Belts ........5-95 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-20 Chemical Paint Spotting ....... 5-99 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....5-96 Vehicle ............1-73 Fabric/Carpet ..........
Page 424 Audio System(s) ..........3-78 Bulb Replacement (cont.) Automatic Transmission Replacement Bulbs ........5-57 Fluid ............5-23 Taillamps and Back-Up Lamps ....... 5-56 Operation ........... 2-25 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps ........5-54 Buying New Tires ........... 5-74 Backglass Antenna ........3-106 Battery ............
Page 425 Checking Things Under the Hood ...... 5-12 Climate Control System ........3-21 Chemical Paint Spotting ........5-99 Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ....3-30 Child Restraints Dual Automatic ..........3-24 Child Restraint Systems ....... 1-41 Outlet Adjustment ........3-30 Infants and Young Children ......1-38 Clock, Setting ..........
Page 426 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Driver Information Center (DIC) ......3-49 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..... 7-2 DIC Operation and Displays ......3-49 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ....7-7 DIC Vehicle Customization ......3-66 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ..7-15 DIC Warnings and Messages ......
Page 427 Electronic Immobilizer Operation Flash-to-Pass ........... 3-9 ® PASS-Key III+ ........... 2-19 Flat Tire ............5-81 Engine Flat Tire, Changing ......... 5-82 Air Cleaner/Filter ......... 5-22 Flat Tire, Storing ..........5-89 Check and Service Engine Soon Lamp ... 3-43 Fluid Coolant ..........5-28, 5-32 Automatic Transmission ........
Page 428 Heated Seats ..........1-6, 1-7 Heated Steering Wheel ........3-7 Gage Heater ............3-21 Engine Coolant Temperature ......3-42 Engine Coolant ........... 2-24 Fuel ............3-48 Heater ............3-24 Speedometer ..........3-34 Highbeam On Light ......... 3-47 Tachometer ..........3-34 Highway Hypnosis ...........
Page 429 Light Airbag Readiness ........3-36 Jump Starting ..........5-46 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning .... 3-39 Brake System Warning ......... 3-38 Charging System ......... 3-38 Cruise Control ..........3-47 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ..... 3-42 Keyless Entry System ........2-4 Fog Lamp ..........
Page 430 Lights (cont.) Maintenance Schedule (cont.) High/Low Beam Changer ........ 3-9 Maintenance Record ........6-15 On Reminder ..........3-16 Maintenance Replacement Parts ....6-13 Loading Your Vehicle ........4-18 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 Lockout Protection .......... 2-12 Owner Checks and Services ......6-8 Locks Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .....
Page 431 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ..5-37 Owner Checks and Services ......6-8 Navigation System, Privacy ......7-18 Owners, Canadian ..........ii Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ......... 3-93 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-20 Paint, Damage ..........5-99 Park Shifting Into ..........2-28 Odometer ............
Page 432 Power Rear Door Security Locks ........ 2-12 Rear Seat Armrest .......... 2-57 Door Locks ..........2-10 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming ....2-34 Electrical System ........5-101 Rearview Mirror with Compass and Inadvertent Battery Saver ......3-19 Temperature ..........1-12 Lumbar Controls ........... 1-5 Reclining Seatbacks ..........
Page 433 Service (cont.) California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ... 5-4 Safety Belt Reminders ........3-35 California Proposition 65 Warning ....5-4 Safety Belts Doing Your Own Work ........5-4 Care of ............5-95 Engine Soon Lamp ........3-43 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ....1-18 Publications Ordering Information ....
Page 434 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ......... 3-6 Tilt Wheel ............3-6 Storage Areas Time, Setting ..........3-76 Center Console Storage Area ......2-57 Tire Center Flex Storage Unit ......2-57 Pressure Light ..........3-43 Convenience Net ......... 2-57 Tires ............. 5-59 Cupholders ..........
Page 435 Towing Recreational Vehicle ........4-24 Vehicle Towing a Trailer .......... 4-25 Control ............4-3 Your Vehicle ..........4-23 Loading ............4-18 Traction Running While Parked ........2-33 Control System (TCS) ........4-7 Symbols ............iv Control System Warning Light ....... 3-40 ®...
Page 436 Windshield (cont.) Washer Fluid ..........5-39 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ....3-32 Wiper Blade Replacement ......5-57 Warnings Wiper Blades, Cleaning ........ 5-97 DIC Warnings and Messages ......3-56 Wipers ............3-9 Hazard Warning Flashers ....... 3-6 Winter Driving ..........4-15 Safety and Symbols .........

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