Page 1 2009 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ... 1-1 Head Restraints ... 1-2 Front Seats ... 1-4 Rear Seats ... 1-13 Safety Belts ... 1-14 Child Restraints ... 1-35 Airbag System ... 1-62 Restraint System Check ... 1-78 Features and Controls ...
Page 2 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and the name LUCERNE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. GM reserves the right to make changes after that time without further notice.
Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.” A box with the word CAUTION is used to tell about things that could hurt you or others if you were to ignore the warning.
Page 4 Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index. : Airbag Readiness Light : Air Conditioning : Antilock Brake System (ABS) : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar : Brake System Warning Light "...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Head Restraints ...1-2 Front Seats ...1-4 Manual Seats ...1-4 Power Seats ...1-5 Power Lumbar ...1-6 Heated Seats ...1-7 Heated and Cooled Seats ...1-8 Memory Seat and Mirrors ...1-9 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-10 Center Seat ...1-13 Rear Seats ...1-13 Rear Seat Pass-Through Door ...1-13 Safety Belts ...1-14 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ...1-14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...1-19...
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: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 9: Power Seats
Power Seats To adjust a power seat, do any of the following: • Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. • Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. •...
Page 10: Power Lumbar
Power Lumbar On vehicles with power lumbar, the control is located on the outboard side of the front seats. For vehicles with a two-way lumbar control, press the control top or bottom to increase or decrease support in the lower seatback. On vehicles with a four-way lumbar control, press the control forward or rearward to increase or decrease support in the lower seatback.
Page 11 Heated Seats Your vehicle may have heated front seats. To operate the heated seats, the ignition must be on. The buttons are located on the front doors. Driver’s Side Buttons shown (Heated Seat Cushion and Seatback): Press this button to turn on the heated seat cushion and seatback. (Heated Seatback): Press this button to turn on the heated seatback.
Page 12: Heated And Cooled Seats
Heated and Cooled Seats The front seats may have the heated and cooled seat feature. To heat or cool the seats, the ignition must be on. The buttons are located on the front doors. Driver’s Side Buttons shown (Heated Seat Cushion and Seatback): Press this button to heat the seat cushion and seatback.
Page 13: Memory Seat And Mirrors
Memory Seat and Mirrors On vehicles with the memory feature the buttons are located on the driver’s door. 1: Saves the seating position for driver 1. 2: Saves the seating position for driver 2. : Recalls the easy exit position. For more programming information, see DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3-70.
Page 14: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks 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. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 15: 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 16 1-12 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 17: Rear Seats
Center Seat The vehicle may have a front center seat. This seat can be converted to a storage area by lowering the seatback. See Center Flex Storage Unit on page 2-56. Rear Seats Rear Seat Pass-Through Door Your vehicle has a pass-through door that provides access to the trunk from the rear seats.
Page 18: Safety Belts
Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts. CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly.
Page 19: Why Safety Belts Work
In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why: You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a serious one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive.
Page 20 Put someone on it. 1-16 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop.
Page 21 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-17...
Page 22: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense. 1-18 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts...
Page 23: 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? You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a crash — even one that is not your fault — you and your passenger(s) can be hurt.
Page 24 Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the ﬂoor in front of you. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt.
Page 25 What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give as much protection this way. 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.
Page 26 What is wrong with this? The lap belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. 1-22 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.
Page 27 What is wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong buckle. 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.
Page 28 What is wrong with this? The belt is over an armrest. 1-24 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 29 What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 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.
Page 30 What is wrong with this? The belt is behind the body. 1-26 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 31 What is wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 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 32: 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 1-34 for more information. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.
Page 33 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position.
Page 34 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating positions. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on the shoulder. The belt should be away from the face and neck, but not falling off the shoulder.
Page 35 There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat. Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: 2. Place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1.
Page 36 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 1-32 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.
Page 37: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
4. Buckle, position, and release the safety belt as described earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide.
Page 38: Lap Belt
Lap Belt This part is only for the lap belt. To learn how to wear a lap-shoulder belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 1-28. You vehicle may have a center seating position. When you sit in the center front seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor.
Page 39: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer/retailer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 40 The manufacturer’s instructions that come with the booster seat, state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt 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 41 CAUTION: Never do this. Never allow two children to wear the same safety belt. The safety belt can not properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time. 1-37...
Page 42 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 43: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 44 CAUTION: Never do this. Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) infant will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’s arms.
Page 45 CAUTION: Never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat.
Page 46 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height, and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.
Page 47: Child Restraint Systems
CAUTION: A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child’s abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure.
Page 48 A booster seat (C-D) is a child restraint designed to improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. 1-44 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...
Page 49 When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer.
Page 50: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. We recommend that children and child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including: an infant or a child riding in a rear-facing child restraint;...
Page 51 CAUTION: (Continued) Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat.
Page 52: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch)
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system.
Page 53 Top Tether Anchor A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (B) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash.
Page 54 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. Rear Seat 1-50 To assist you in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the crease between the seatback and the...
Page 55 The top tether anchors are located under the covers on the rear seatback ﬁller panel. Flip open the cover to access the anchors. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed.
Page 56: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
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 the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Install a LATCH-type child restraint properly using the anchors, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came...
Page 57 Notice: Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle’s safety belts. This may damage these parts. If necessary, move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments. Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt buckled.
Page 58 If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback. If the position you are using has a ﬁxed headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the headrest or head...
Page 59: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-48 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH.
Page 60 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
Page 61 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 62: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position CAUTION: A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the frontal airbags if they inﬂate. Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat.
Page 63 CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inﬂates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inﬂating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inﬂates and the passenger seat is in a forward...
Page 64 In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1.
Page 65 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 66: Airbag System
If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, see “If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint” under Passenger Sensing System on page 1-71 for more information. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position.
Page 67 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, but do not replace them.
Page 68: 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 69 The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar 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 70 Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-66 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.
Page 71: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? Frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver’s or right front passenger’s head and chest. However, they are only designed to inﬂate if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold.
Page 72 Your vehicle also has a dual-depth passenger airbag that adjusts the restraint according to crash severity, seat location, and safety belt status using electronic frontal sensor(s) and other special sensors which enable the sensing system to monitor the position of the front passenger seat.
Page 73: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inﬂator. Gas from the inﬂator ﬁlls the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover and deploy. The inﬂator, the airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag module.
Page 74: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact airbags inﬂate, they quickly deﬂate, so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inﬂated. Roof-rail airbags may still be at least partially inﬂated for some time after they deploy.
Page 75: Passenger Sensing System
In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. • Airbags are designed to inﬂate only once. After an airbag inﬂates, you will need some new parts for the airbag system.
Page 76 The passenger sensing system turns off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags and the roof-rail airbags are not affected by the passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger seat.
Page 77 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag if: • The right front passenger seat is unoccupied. • The system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant seat. •...
Page 78 If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle. 3. Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.
Page 79 If the Off Indicator is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant If a person of adult-size is sitting in the right front passenger seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat. If this happens, use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side...
Page 80: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints” in the Index for additional information about the importance of proper restraint use.
Page 81: Adding Equipment To Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Is there anything I might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly.
Page 82: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Safety Belts Now and then, check that the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are all working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job.
Page 83: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as...
Page 84 ✍ NOTES 1-80...
Page 85: Features And Controls
Section 2 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-5 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-8 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Door Locks ...2-10 Power Door Locks ...2-11 Delayed Locking ...2-11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-11 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-12 Lockout Protection ...2-12 Trunk ...2-13...
Page 86 Section 2 Object Detection Systems ...2-38 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ...2-38 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...2-40 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ...2-44 ® OnStar System ...2-46 Universal Home Remote System ...2-49 Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED) ...2-50 Features and Controls Storage Areas ...2-56 Glove Box ...2-56...
Page 87: 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 88: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
See your dealer/retailer if a replacement key or additional key is needed. Notice: If you ever lock your keys in the vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle to get in. Be sure you have spare keys. If you are locked out of your vehicle, contact Roadside Assistance.
Page 89 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to 195 feet (60 m) away from the vehicle. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2-4. With Remote Start Shown, Without Remote Start Similar...
Page 90 (Remote Trunk Release): Press and hold for about one second to unlock the trunk. The transmission must be in P (Park). (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release to locate the vehicle. The turn signal lamps ﬂash and the horn sounds three times. Press and hold for more than two seconds to activate the panic alarm.
Page 91: 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 3-60 for additional information. Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter.
Page 92: Remote Vehicle Start
Remote Vehicle Start Your vehicle may have a remote starting feature. This feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle. It may also start the vehicle’s heating or air conditioning systems, rear window defogger, and heated seats. See Heated Seats on page 1-7 and Heated and Cooled Seats on page 1-8 for additional information.
Page 93 After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insert and turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done. To manually shut off a remote start: •...
Page 94: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked.
Page 95: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks On vehicles with power door locks, the switches are located on the front doors. " (Unlock): Press to unlock the doors. (Lock): Remove the key from the ignition and press to lock the doors. Delayed Locking This feature allows the driver to delay the actual locking of the doors.
Page 96: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks Rear door security locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. The rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door. The rear doors must be opened to access them.
Page 97: Trunk
Trunk CAUTION: Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled.
Page 98: Emergency Trunk Release Handle
Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling them to open the trunk from the inside.
Page 99: 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 100: Power Windows
Power Windows CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
Page 101: Sun Visors
Express-Down Window This feature is on the front windows. Press the switch to the second position to activate the express-down feature. To stop the window as it is lowering, press down brieﬂy on the switch again. Window Lockout (Window Lockout): The rear window lockout button is located on the driver’s door armrest near the window switches.
Page 102: Pass-Key Iii+ Electronic Immobilizer
Arming with the Power Lock Switch The alarm system will arm when you use either power lock switch to lock the doors while any door is open and the key is removed from the ignition. The alarm system will not arm if the truck is open when you use either power lock switch to lock the doors.
Page 103: Immobilizer Operation
® PASS-Key III+ Electronic Immobilizer Operation Your vehicle is equipped with PASS-Key (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key theft-deterrent system. The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition. You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system. The security light will come on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system.
Page 104: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
See your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can service ® PASS-Key III+ to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system. To program the new key: 1. Verify that the new key has a 2.
Page 105: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions The ignition has four different positions: In order to shift out of P (Park), ignition must be in the ON/RUN and the regular brake pedal must be applied. Notice: Using a tool to force the key to turn in the ignition could cause damage to the switch or break the key.
Page 106: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) The following accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off. • Audio System • Audio Steering Wheel (if equipped) • Clock • Power Windows • Sunroof (if equipped) Power to these accessories works up to 10 minutes or until the driver door is opened.
Page 107: Engine Coolant Heater
Notice: Cranking the engine for long periods of time, by returning the key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to let the cranking motor cool down.
Page 108: Automatic Transmission Operation
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. On vehicles with the 3.9L V6 engine, the coolant heater cord is located on the driver side of the vehicle, near the strut tower. On vehicles with the 4.6L V8 engine, the cord is located on the driver side of the vehicle on the right side of the engine air cleaner.
Page 109 P (Park): This position locks the front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily. 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.
Page 110 N (Neutral): In this position, the engine does not connect with the wheels. To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) only. Also, use N (Neutral) when the vehicle is being towed. CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous.
Page 111: 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 speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use the brakes off and on. Notice: Driving in 2 (Second) for more than 25 miles (40 km) or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h) may damage the transmission.
Page 112: 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. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-40 for more information.
Page 113: Steering Column Shift Lever
Steering Column Shift Lever If the vehicle has a steering column shift lever, use this procedure to shift the vehicle into P (Park): 1. Hold the brake pedal down. 2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) by pulling the shift lever toward you and moving it up as far as it will go.
Page 114: Torque Lock
Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running. The vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch ﬁre.
Page 115: Shifting Out Of Park
Shifting Out of Park Automatic Transmission Shift Lock This vehicle has an electronic shift lock release system. The shift lock release is designed to: • Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P (Park). • Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P (Park), unless the ignition is in ON/RUN and the regular brake pedal is applied.
Page 116: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled.
Page 117: Running The Vehicle While Parked
Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle.
Page 118: Mirrors
Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside ® rearview mirror with OnStar and/or a compass display. Vehicles with OnStar have three additional control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer/retailer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar.
Page 119: 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 120: Outside Power Mirrors
Outside Power Mirrors Controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver’s door armrest. To adjust the mirror: 1. Press the left or right side of the selector switch located beneath the control pad to choose the driver or passenger side mirror. 2.
Page 121: Park Tilt Mirrors
Park Tilt Mirrors If the vehicle has memory mirrors, the outside mirrors have park tilt mirrors. This feature tilts the driver’s side 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 are parallel parking.
Page 122: Object Detection Systems
Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) For vehicles with the URPA system, it operates at speeds less than 5mph (8 km/h), and assists the driver with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). The sensors on the rear bumper are used to detect the distance to an object up to 8 feet (2.5 m) behind the vehicle, and at least 10 inches (25.4 cm) off the ground.
Page 123: How The System Works
How the System Works URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse). The rear display brieﬂy illuminates to indicate the system is working. URPA operates only at speeds less than 5 mph (8 km/h). If the vehicle is above this speed, the red light on the rear display will ﬂash.
Page 124: Side Blind Zone Alert (Sbza)
When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly If the URPA system will not activate due to a temporary condition, the message PARK ASSIST OFF will be displayed on the DIC and a red light will be shown on the rear URPA display when the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse).
Page 125 This device complies with RSS-310 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Frequency of operation: 24.05GHz – 24.25GHz Field Strength: Not greater than 2.5V/m peak (0.25V/m average) at a distance of 3m The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or...
Page 126 SBZA Detection Zones The SBZA sensor covers a zone of approximately one lane over from both sides of the vehicle, 11 ft. or 3.5 m. This zone starts at each side mirror and goes back approximately 16 ft. (5.0 m). The height of the zone is approximately between 1.5 ft.
Page 127 When the System Does Not Seem To Work Properly Occasional missed alerts can occur under normal circumstances and will increase in wet conditions. The system does not need to be serviced due to an occasional missed alert. The number of missed alerts will increase with increased rainfall or road spray.
Page 128 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) The vehicle may have a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system. Read this entire section before using the system. CAUTION: The Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system does not steer the vehicle and is only an aid to help you stay in your driving lane.
Page 129 How the System Works LDW uses a camera located between the inside rearview mirror and the windshield to detect the lane markings. (Lane Departure Warning): To turn LDW on and off, press the LDW control, located by the exterior headlamp control.
Page 130: Onstar ® System
LDW Error Message SERVICE LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM: This message may appear in the DIC to indicate that LDW is not working properly. If this message remains on after continued driving, the system needs service. Take your vehicle to your dealer/retailer. LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE: This message may appear in the DIC if LDW does not activate due to a temporary condition.
Page 131 Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles. To check if this vehicle is able to provide the services described below, or for a full description of OnStar services and system limitations, see the OnStar Owner’s Guide in the glove box or visit onstar.com (U.S.) or onstar.ca (Canada), contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or TTY 1-877-248-2080, or press the OnStar button to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours...
Page 132: How Onstar Service Works
OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation Vehicles with the OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation system can provide voice-guided driving directions. Press the OnStar button to have an OnStar advisor locate a business or address and download driving directions to the vehicle. Voice-guided directions to the desired destination will play through the audio system speakers.
Page 133: Universal Home Remote System
Location information about the vehicle is only available if the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and available. The vehicle must have a working electrical system, including adequate battery power, for the OnStar equipment to operate. There are other problems OnStar cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing OnStar service at any particular time or place.
Page 134 Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED) This vehicle may have the Universal Home Remote System. If there are three round Light Emitting Diode (LED) indicator lights above the Universal Home Remote buttons, follow the instructions below. This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices.
Page 135 Programming a garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions, so read the entire procedure before starting. Otherwise, the device will time out and the procedure will have to be repeated. To program up to three devices: 1. From inside the vehicle, press the two outside buttons at the same time for one to two seconds, and immediately release them.
Page 136 4. Immediately, within one second, release the button when the garage door moves. The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete. 5. Press and release the same button again. The garage door should move, conﬁrming that programming is successful and complete. To program another Rolling Code device such as an additional garage door opener, a security device, or home automation device, repeat Steps 1 through 5,...
Page 137 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 138 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 139 5. After entering all of the switch positions, again, ﬁrmly press and release all three buttons at the same time. The indicator lights will turn on. 6. Press and hold the button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves.
Page 140: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Glove Box Lift the glove box handle up to open it. Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box. Cupholders There are cupholders located in the full ﬂoor console, or in the front of the center seat console. Cupholders are also located in the rear armrest.
Page 141 Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column ...3-7 Heated Steering Wheel ...3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-8 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-8 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...3-9 Flash-to-Pass ...3-9 Windshield Wipers ...3-10 Rainsense™...
Page 142 Section 3 Charging System Light ...3-40 Brake System Warning Light ...3-40 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...3-41 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ...3-42 ® StabiliTrak Indicator Light ...3-42 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light ...3-43 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light ...3-44 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-44 Tire Pressure Light ...3-45 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-45...
Page 143 ✍ NOTES...
Page 144: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 145 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Outlet Adjustment on page 3-32. B. DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-52 (If Equipped). C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-8. D. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-35. E.
Page 146: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others that you have a problem. The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located in the center of the instrument panel above the radio. : Press to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off.
Page 147: Power Tilt Wheel And Telescopic Steering Column
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column For vehicles with this feature, the power tilt wheel control is located on the left side of the steering column. To operate the power tilt feature, push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down. Push the control forward or rearward to move the steering wheel toward the front or rear of the vehicle.
Page 148: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: : Turn and Lane-Change Signals : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer : Windshield Wipers : Windshield Washer : Heated Washer Fluid Flash-To-Pass Feature. Information for these features is on the pages following. Turn and Lane-Change Signals An arrow on the instrument panel cluster ﬂashes in the...
Page 149: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 0.8 miles (1.3 km), a chime will sound at each ﬂash of the turn signal. To turn off the chime, move the turn signal lever to the off position. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam, push the turn signal lever away from you.
Page 150: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers Turn the band with the wiper symbol on it to control the windshield wipers. (Mist): For a single wiping cycle, hold it on mist until the wipers start, then release. The wipers stop after one wipe. For more wipe cycles, hold the band longer. (Delay): Use to set the delay time between wipe cycles.
Page 151: Windshield Washer
The MIST and wash cycles operate as normal and are not affected by the Rainsense™ function. The system can be overridden at any time by manually changing the wiper control to low or high speed. Notice: Do not place stickers or other items on the exterior glass surface directly in front of the rain sensor.
Page 152: Cruise Control
Cruise Control 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). CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed.
Page 153: Setting Cruise Control
Setting Cruise Control Cruise control will not work if the parking brake is set, or if the master cylinder brake ﬂuid level is low. The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster comes on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed.
Page 154 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control To reduce your speed while using cruise control: • Press and hold the SET– button on the steering wheel until the desired lower speed is reached, then release it. • To slow down in very small amounts, press the SET–...
Page 155: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. It controls the following systems: • Headlamps • Taillamps • Parking Lamps • License Plate Lamps • Instrument Panel Lights • Fog Lamps (If Equipped) The exterior lamps control has four positions: (Off): Turn the control to this position to turn off the...
Page 156: Wiper Activated Headlamps
Wiper Activated Headlamps This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers are turned on and have completed eight wipe cycles within four minutes. When the ignition is turned to LOCK/OFF, the wiper-activated headlamps immediately turn off. The wiper-activated headlamps also turn off if the windshield wipers are turned off.
Page 157: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps For vehicles with fog lamps, the button is located on the exterior lamps control. The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. (Fog Lamps): Press the exterior lamps button to turn the fog lamps on or off.
Page 158: Courtesy Lamps
Courtesy Lamps When any door is opened, several lamps turn on making it easier for you to enter and exit the vehicle. Turn the instrument panel brightness control completely clockwise to manually turn on these lamps. Entry Lighting If it is dark enough outside when you press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter, the interior courtesy lamps will turn on and stay on for about 40 seconds.
Page 159: Front Reading Lamps
Front Reading Lamps The front reading lamps are located on the headliner. Press the button near each lamp to turn them on or off. Electric Power Management The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) that estimates the battery’s temperature and state of charge.
Page 160: Inadvertent Power Battery Saver
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver This feature is designed to protect your vehicle’s battery against drainage from the interior lamps, or garage door opener. When the ignition is turned off, the power to these features will automatically turn off after 10 minutes. Power will be restored for an additional 10 minutes if any door is opened, the trunk is opened or the courtesy lamp switch is turned on.
Page 161: Ashtray(S)
Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to the vehicle can damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes. Check with your dealer/retailer before adding electrical equipment.
Page 162: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Control System The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. For vehicles with the remote start feature and it is activated, the climate control system heats or cools the inside of the vehicle, with the settings used before the vehicle was turned off.
Page 163 Operation (Off): Turns the climate control system off. Outside air still enters the vehicle and is directed to the ﬂoor. The airﬂow direction and temperature can be adjusted. Temperature Control: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature. (Fan Control): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed.
Page 164 (Defrost): This mode clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield and side window outlets. The system runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is near or below freezing. (Air Conditioning): Press to turn the air conditioning system on or off.
Page 165: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. < (Rear Window Defogger): Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light below the button comes on to show that the rear window defogger is on.
Page 166: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. For vehicles with the remote start feature and it is activated, the climate control system heats or cools the inside of the vehicle, with the settings used before the vehicle was turned off.
Page 167: Automatic Operation
Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic Fan): When AUTO is selected on the fan control, the system automatically adjusts the fan ® speed. If the OnStar system is activated when this position is selected, the fan speed will lower. AUTO (Automatic Mode) 1.
Page 168 (Auto Recirculation): If AUTO is selected on either the fan or mode control, the system automatically controls the supply of fresh outside air or recirculates the interior air to cool the car faster. The indicator light on the recirculation button will light whenever the system switches to recirculation.
Page 169 (Floor/Defog): This mode clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the ﬂoor outlets, with some air directed to the windshield and side window outlets. The system turns off recirculation and runs the air-conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing.
Page 170 Sensors The solar sensor, located in the defrost grille, in the middle of the instrument panel, monitors the solar radiation. Do not cover the solar sensor or the system will not work properly. There is also an interior temperature sensor located next to the steering wheel that measures the temperature of the air inside the vehicle.
Page 171 Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. < (Rear Defogger): Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light below the button comes on to show that the rear window defogger is on. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible.
Page 172: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment Use the levers, located in the middle of the front outlets, to change the direction of the airﬂow. Use the thumbwheel located between the outlets to turn them on and off. If the vehicle has rear seat outlets, adjust the direction of the airﬂow using the lever in the center of each outlet.
Page 173 To access the passenger compartment air ﬁlter, do the following: 1. Press the tabs back and left to remove the cover. 2. Insert a tool behind the push pin located on the inboard side of the air ﬁlter compartment to carefully pry the pin out.
Page 174: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
4. Insert the new air ﬁlter by pushing until you hear a click. Reinstall the push pin and snap the cover into place. 3-34 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.
Page 175: 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 176: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either miles or kilometers. This vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer. If the vehicle needs a new odometer installed, the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer.
Page 177: Safety Belt Reminders
Safety Belt Reminders Safety Belt Reminder Light When the engine is started, a chime sounds for several seconds to remind a driver to fasten the safety belt, unless the driver safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light comes on and stays on for several seconds, then ﬂashes for several more.
Page 178: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light 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 the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
Page 179: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-71 for important safety information. The overhead console has a passenger airbag status indicator. United States When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check.
Page 180: Charging System Light
Charging System Light This light comes on brieﬂy when the ignition key is turned to START, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer.
Page 181: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light also comes on when the parking brake is set. The 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 182: Traction Control System (Tcs) Warning Light
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light For vehicles with a Traction Control System (TCS) and StabiliTrak warning light, this light comes on brieﬂy when the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off.
Page 183: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw) Light
This light may come on while the vehicle is ﬁrst driven and the STABILITRAK NOT READY message will appear in the Driver Information Center (DIC). ® See StabiliTrak System on page 4-6 for more information. If the light stays on, or comes on while driving a SERVICE STABILITRAK message will appear in the DIC.
Page 184: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light comes on brieﬂy while starting the vehicle. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by the dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light goes off. Notice: Driving with the engine coolant temperature warning light on could cause the vehicle to overheat.
Page 185: Tire Pressure Light
Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system, this light comes on brieﬂy when the engine is started. It provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System. When the Light is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires is signiﬁcantly underinﬂated.
Page 186 If the check engine light comes on and stays on, while the engine is running, this indicates that there is an OBD II problem and service is required. Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle.
Page 187 Light On Steady: An emission control system malfunction has been detected on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. An emission system malfunction might be corrected by doing the following: • Make sure the fuel cap is fully installed. See Filling the Tank on page 5-10.
Page 188: Maintenance Schedule
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on the vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things to know to help the vehicle pass an inspection: •...
Page 189: Security 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 190: Highbeam On Light
Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-9 for more information. Fuel Gage United States The fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in the tank. 3-50 An arrow on the fuel gage indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on.
Page 191: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). All messages will appear in the DIC display located below the speedometer in the instrument panel cluster. The DIC buttons are located on the instrument panel, to the left of the instrument panel cluster. The DIC comes on when the ignition is on.
Page 192: Dic Operation And Displays
DIC Operation and Displays The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located on the instrument panel, to the left of the instrument panel cluster. DIC Buttons The buttons are the trip/fuel, vehicle information, customization, and set/reset buttons.
Page 193 Trip/Fuel Menu Items (Trip/Fuel): Press this button to scroll through the following menu items: Odometer Press the trip/fuel button until ODOMETER displays. This display shows the distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km). Trip A and Trip B Press the trip/fuel button until TRIP A or TRIP B displays.
Page 194 Fuel Range Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL RANGE displays. This display shows the approximate number of remaining miles (mi) or kilometers (km) the vehicle can be driven without refueling. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle’s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.
Page 195 Vehicle Information Menu Items (Vehicle Information): Press this button to scroll through the following menu items: Oil Life Press the vehicle information button until OIL LIFE REMAINING displays. This display shows an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. If you see 99% OIL LIFE REMAINING on the display, that means 99% of the current oil life remains.
Page 196: Tire Pressure
Side Blind Zone If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this display allows the system to be turned on or off. Press the vehicle information button until SIDE BLIND ZONE displays. Once in this display, press the set/reset button to select between ON or OFF.
Page 197: Dic Compass
To match an RKE transmitter to your vehicle: 1. Press the vehicle information button until PRESS TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays. 2. Press the set/reset button until REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE is displayed. 3. Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the ﬁrst transmitter at the same time for about 15 seconds.
Page 198 Compass Zone Your dealer/retailer will set the correct zone for your location. If the zone is not set to your location or you drive out of the area, the variance needs to be changed to the appropriate zone. To adjust for compass variance, use the following procedure: Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure 1.
Page 199: Compass Calibration
Compass Calibration The compass can be manually calibrated. Only calibrate the compass in a magnetically clean and safe location, such as an open parking lot, where driving the vehicle in circles is not a danger. It is suggested to calibrate away from tall buildings, utility wires, manhole covers, or other industrial structures, if possible.
Page 200: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition. Multiple messages may appear one after another.
Page 201: Check Tire Pressure
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle’s tires needs to be checked. This message also displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate which tire needs to be checked.
Page 202: Engine Overheated Stop Engine
ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 5-36 for more information.
Page 203: Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
HOOD OPEN If your vehicle has the remote start feature, this message displays when the hood is not closed properly. Make sure that the hood is closed completely. See Hood Release on page 5-13. ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when the outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions.
Page 204 PARK ASSIST OFF If your vehicle has this feature, after the vehicle has been started, this message will reminder the driver that the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system has been turned off. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display.
Page 205: Service Air Bag
SERVICE A/C (Air Conditioning) SYSTEM This message displays when the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and heating systems are no longer working. Have the climate control system serviced by your dealer/retailer if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning efficiency. SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays when there is a problem with the airbag system.
Page 206 SERVICE LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM If your vehicle has the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system, this message may display to indicate that the LDW system is not working properly. If this message remains on after continued driving, the system needs service. See your dealer/retailer. See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 2-44 for more information.
Page 207: Service Suspension System
SERVICE SUSPENSION SYSTEM This message displays to indicate that the suspension system is not operating properly. See your dealer/retailer for service. SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM This message displays when there is a problem with the theft-deterrent system programmed in the key. A fault has been detected in the system which means that the system is disabled and it is not protecting the vehicle.
Page 208: Theft Attempted
SIDE BLIND ZONE SYS. UNAVAILABLE If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this message displays when the SBZA system is disabled because the sensor is blocked and cannot detect vehicles in your blind zone. The sensor may be blocked by mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush.
Page 209: Traction Control Off
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this message displays when the TPMS is re-learning the tire positions on your vehicle. The tire positions must be re-learned after rotating the tires or after replacing a tire or sensor. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-70, Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-65, and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-64 for more information.
Page 210: Dic Vehicle Customization
TURN SIGNAL ON This message displays as a reminder to turn off the turn signal if you drive your vehicle for more than about 0.75 mile (1.2 km) with a turn signal on. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-8. This message displays and a chime sounds only when the ignition is in ON/RUN.
Page 211 Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in P (Park). To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off. 2. Press the customization button to enter the feature settings menu.
Page 212 AUTO DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select when the vehicle’s doors will automatically lock. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-11 for more information. Press the customization button until AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature.
Page 213: Remote Door Unlock
REMOTE DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. You will not receive feedback when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter if the doors are open. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-5 for more information.
Page 214: Exit Lighting
DELAY DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not the locking of the vehicle’s doors will be delayed. When locking the doors with the power door lock switch and a door is open, this feature will delay locking the doors until ﬁve seconds after the last door is closed.
Page 215 APPROACH LIGHTING This feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on brieﬂy during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Press the customization button until APPROACH LIGHTING appears on the DIC display.
Page 216 PARK TILT MIRRORS If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select whether or not the outside mirror(s) will automatically tilt down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). See Park Tilt Mirrors on page 2-37 for more information. Press the customization button until PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on the DIC display.
Page 217 NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. EASY EXIT SETUP If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select which areas will recall with the automatic easy exit seat feature.
Page 218 MEMORY SEAT RECALL If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select your preference for the remote memory seat recall feature. See Memory Seat and Mirrors on page 1-9 for more information. Press the customization button until MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears on the DIC display.
Page 219: Factory Settings
FACTORY SETTINGS This feature allows you to set all of the customization features back to their factory default settings. Press the customization button until FACTORY SETTINGS appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature.
Page 220: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to become familiar with its features. CAUTION: Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you or others. Do not give extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving.
Page 221: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock Single CD (MP3) Player To set the time and date: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN. Press to turn the radio on. 2. Press and the HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day, and year) displays. 3.
Page 222 Six-Disc CD (MP3) Player To set the time and date: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN. Press to turn the radio on. 2. Press MENU. 3. Press the softkey below the MM, DD, YYYY displays. 4. Press the softkey below any one of the tabs you want to change.
Page 223: Radio(S)
Radio(s) Radio with CD (MP3) shown, Radio with Six-Disc CD (MP3) similar The vehicle has one of these radios as its audio system. Radio Data System (RDS) The radio may have the Radio Data System (RDS) feature. RDS is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.
Page 224: Finding A Station
Speed Compensated Volume (SCV): SCV automatically adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise as the vehicle increases or decreases speed while driving. The volume level should sound about the same while driving. To activate SCV: 1. Set the radio volume to the desired level. 2.
Page 225: Storing A Radio Station As A Favorite
Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station favorites while the vehicle is in P (Park). Tune to favorite stations using the presets, favorites button, and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has this feature. See Defensive Driving on page 4-2.
Page 226: Setting The Tone
Setting the Tone (Bass/Midrange/Treble) BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): The radio may display some or all tones, such as BASS, MID, and TREB. To adjust the tone settings, press the until the tone control tabs display. Press the pushbutton positioned under the desired tab, then turn the clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the highlighted setting.
Page 227: Radio Messages
Finding a Category (CAT) Station (XM™ Satellite Radio Service Only) CAT (Category): The radio may have the CAT button feature. To select and ﬁnd a desired category: 1. Press the BAND button until the XM frequency displays. Press the CAT button to display the category tabs on the radio display.
Page 228: Playing A Cd
XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast-to-coast, and in digital-quality sound. During your trial or when you subscribe, you will get unlimited access to XM Radio Online for when you are not in the vehicle.
Page 229 To insert multiple CDs: 1. Press and hold the load button for two seconds. A beep sounds and Load All Discs displays. 2. Follow the displayed instruction on when to insert the discs. The CD player takes up to six CDs. 3.
Page 230 RDM (Random): Tracks can be listened to in random, rather than sequential order, on one CD or all CDs in a Six-disc CD player. To use random on the Radio with a Single CD player: 1. Press the CD/AUX button, insert a disc partway into the slot of the CD player.
Page 231 If the surface of a CD is soiled, take a soft, lint free cloth or dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution mixed with water, and clean it. Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge. Care of the CD Player Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in the CD player.
Page 232: Using An Mp3
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack The radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio output; do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack. However, an external audio device such as an iPod, laptop computer, MP3 player, CD changer, or cassette tape player, etc.
Page 233: Mp3 Format
MP3 Format If you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal computer: • Make sure the MP3 ﬁles are recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW disc. • Do not mix standard audio and MP3 ﬁles on one disc. • The CD player is able to read and play a maximum of 50 folders, 50 playlists, and 255 ﬁles.
Page 234 Root Directory The root directory of the CD is treated as a folder. If the root directory has compressed audio ﬁles, the directory displays as F1 ROOT. All ﬁles contained directly under the root directory are accessed prior to any root directory folders.
Page 235 Preprogrammed Playlists Preprogrammed playlists that were created using WinAmp™, MusicMatch™, or Real Jukebox™ software can be accessed, however, you do not have playlist editing capability using the radio. These playlists are treated as special folders containing compressed audio song ﬁles. Playing an MP3 Insert a CD partway into the slot (Single CD Player), or press the load button and wait for the message...
Page 236: Xm Radio Messages
(Music Navigator): If the radio has the MP3 feature, it has the music navigator feature to play MP3 ﬁles on the CD-R or CD-RW in order by artist or album. Press the pushbutton located below the music navigator tab. The player scans the disc to sort the ﬁles by artist and album ID3 tag information.
Page 237: Navigation/Radio System
Channel Off Air: This channel is not currently in service. Tune in to another channel. Channel Unauth: This channel is blocked or cannot be received with your XM Subscription package. Channel Unavail: This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this station was one of the presets, choose another station for that preset button.
Page 238: Bluetooth
® Bluetooth Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a Bluetooth capable cell phone with a Hands Free Proﬁle to make and receive phone calls. The system can be used while the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY position. The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 30 ft.
Page 239 Pairing A Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the in-vehicle Bluetooth system ﬁrst and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used. See the cell phone manufacturers user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth phone is not connected, calls will be made using OnStar Hands-Free Calling, if available.
Page 240 Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Bluetooth”. The system responds with “Bluetooth ready” followed by a tone. 3. Say “List”. The system lists all the paired Bluetooth devices.
Page 241 Storing Name Tags The system can store up to thirty phone numbers as name tags that are shared between the Bluetooth and OnStar systems. The system uses the following commands to store and retrieve phone numbers: • Store • Digit Store •...
Page 242 Using the Digit Store Command The digit store command allows a phone number to be stored by entering the digits individually. 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Digit Store”. The system responds with “Please say the ﬁrst digit to store”...
Page 243 Deleting Name Tags The system uses the following commands to delete name tags: • Delete • Delete all name tags Using the Delete Command The delete command allows speciﬁc name tags to be deleted. To use the delete command: 1. Press and hold for two seconds.
Page 244: Making A Call
Making a Call Calls can be made using the following commands: • Dial • Digit Dial • Call • Re-dial Using the Dial Command 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2.
Page 245: Receiving A Call
Using the Call Command 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Call”. The system responds with “Call using <phone name>. Please say the name tag” followed by a tone. 3.
Page 246 Call Waiting Call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. • Press to answer an incoming call when another call is active. The original call is placed on hold. • Press again to return to the original call.
Page 247 Transferring a Call Audio can be transferred between the in-vehicle Bluetooth system and the cell phone. To Transfer Audio to the Cell Phone During a call with the audio in the vehicle: 1. Press . The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone.
Page 248 Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers and numbers stored as name tags during a call. This is used when calling a menu driven phone system. Account numbers can be programmed into the phonebook for retrieval during menu driven calls. Sending a Number During a Call 1.
Page 249: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it will be retained indeﬁnitely. This includes all saved name tags in the phonebook and phone pairing information. For information on how to delete this information, see the above sections on Deleting a Paired Phone and Deleting Name Tags.
Page 250: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Audio Steering Wheel Controls Vehicles with audio steering wheel controls could differ depending on the vehicle’s options. Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. (Next): Press to go to the next radio station stored as a favorite, or the next track if a CD/DVD is playing. (Previous/End): Press to go to the previous radio station stored as a favorite, the next track if a CD/DVD is playing, to reject an incoming call, or end...
Page 251: Radio Reception
Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory power outlet.
Page 252: Backglass Antenna
Backglass Antenna The AM-FM antenna is integrated with the rear window defogger, located in the rear window. Make sure that the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surface is damaged, it could interfere with radio reception.
Page 253: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...4-2 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...4-2 Defensive Driving ...4-2 Drunk Driving ...4-3 Control of a Vehicle ...4-3 Braking ...4-4 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...4-4 Braking in Emergencies ...4-5 ® StabiliTrak System ...4-6 Traction Control System (TCS) ...4-6 Magnetic Ride Control™...
Page 254: Your Driving, The Road, And The Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. • Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. • Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops. •...
Page 255: Drunk Driving
Drunk Driving CAUTION: Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reﬂexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious — or even fatal — collision if you drive after drinking. Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking.
Page 256: Braking
Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-40. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Average reaction time is about three-fourths of a second.
Page 257: Braking In Emergencies
If there is a problem with ABS, this warning light stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light on page 3-41. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking.
Page 258: Stabilitrak ® System
® StabiliTrak System The vehicle may have the StabiliTrak system which combines antilock brake, traction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions. This is accomplished by selectively applying any one of the vehicle’s brakes and reducing engine power.
Page 259 The TCS and StabiliTrak light will ﬂash when the system is limiting wheel spin. The system may be heard or felt while it is working, but this is normal. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on page 3-42 for more information. If the vehicle is in cruise control when TCS begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage.
Page 260: Power Steering
Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affect the vehicle’s performance. See Accessories and Modiﬁcations on page 5-3 for more information. Magnetic Ride Control™ The vehicle may have Magnetic Ride Control that automatically adjusts the ride of the vehicle. The controller receives input from the system to determine the proper ride.
Page 261: Off-Road Recovery
It is better to remove as much speed as possible from a collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left or right depending on the space available. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, it can be turned a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.
Page 262: Passing
Passing Passing another vehicle on a two-lane road can be 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. If in doubt, wait. •...
Page 263: Driving At Night
While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. You may not realize the surface is slippery until the vehicle is skidding.
Page 264: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep-standing or ﬂowing water. CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause crashes.
Page 265: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Before Leaving on a Long Trip To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing. Things to check on your own include: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Reservoir full? Windows clean — inside and outside? •...
Page 266: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on ﬂat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: • Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. • Check all ﬂuid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission.
Page 267: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Driving on Snow or Ice Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 32°F (0°C) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand.
Page 268 Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use the Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-7. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: •...
Page 269: 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 to keep warm also helps. If it takes some time for help to arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle speed.
Page 270: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction or stability system. Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. To prevent transmission wear, wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears.
Page 271 Tire and Loading Information Label Label Example A vehicle speciﬁc Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar). With the driver’s door open, you will ﬁnd the label attached below the door lock post (striker). The Tire and Loading Information label lists the number of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds.
Page 272 The resulting ﬁgure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be ﬁve 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 −...
Page 273 Example 2 Item Description Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total Item 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 750 lbs (340 kg) 250 lbs (113 kg) Example 3 Description Maximum Vehicle...
Page 274 Refer to your vehicle’s Tire and Loading Information label for speciﬁc information about your vehicle’s maximum vehicle capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle’s maximum vehicle capacity weight. Certiﬁcation Label A vehicle speciﬁc Certiﬁcation label is found on the rear edge of the driver’s door.
Page 275: Towing
If things like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else are put inside the vehicle, they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. CAUTION: Things you put inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or...
Page 276: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Recreational Vehicle 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 277: Dolly Towing
Dolly Towing The vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow the vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. 2. Put the gear shift lever in P (Park). 3. Set the parking brake. 4.
Page 278: Towing A Trailer
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 279: Weight Of The Trailer
Pulling A Trailer Here are some important points: • There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure the rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you will be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police.
Page 280: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 281: Safety Chains
Total Weight on the Vehicle’s Tires Be sure the vehicle’s tires are inﬂated to the upper limit for cold tires. These numbers can be found on the Certiﬁcation/Tire label. See Loading the Vehicle on page 4-18. Make sure not to go over the GVW limit for the vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue.
Page 282: Making Turns
Before starting, check all trailer hitch parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connectors, lamps, tires and mirror adjustments. If the trailer has electric brakes, start the vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working.
Page 283: Driving On Grades
Driving on Grades Notice: Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles (9.6 km). Extended, higher than normal engine and transmission temperatures may result and damage the vehicle. Frequent stops are very important to allow the engine and transmission to cool.
Page 284: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: • start the engine, • shift into a gear, and • release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4.
Page 285: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service ...5-3 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ...5-3 California Proposition 65 Warning ...5-4 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...5-4 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ...5-5 Fuel ...5-5 Gasoline Octane ...5-6 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ...5-6 California Fuel ...5-6 Additives ...5-7 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) ...5-8...
Page 286 Section 5 Tires ...5-57 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...5-58 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions ...5-61 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ...5-64 Tire Pressure Monitor System ...5-65 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation ...5-67 Tire Inspection and Rotation ...5-70 When It Is Time for New Tires ...5-71 Buying New Tires ...5-72 Different Size Tires and Wheels ...5-74 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...5-74...
Page 287: Service
Service For service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer. You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Accessories and Modiﬁcations When non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added to the vehicle, they can affect vehicle performance and safety, including such things as airbags, braking, stability, ride and handling, emissions systems, aerodynamics, durability, and electronic systems like antilock brakes,...
Page 288: California Proposition 65 Warning
California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many ﬂuids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals.
Page 289: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of The Vehicle
If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-16. This vehicle has an airbag system.
Page 290: Gasoline Octane
Gasoline Octane If the vehicle has the 3.9L V6 engine (VIN Code 1) or the 3.9L V6 engine (VIN Code M), use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less than 87, you might notice an audible knocking noise when you drive, commonly referred to as spark knock.
Page 291: Additives
Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing the emission control system to work properly. In most cases, you should not have to add anything to the fuel. However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U.S.
Page 292: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) The 8th digit of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number that identiﬁes the vehicle’s engine. The VIN is at the top left of the instrument panel. See Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) on page 5-97. If the vehicle has the 3.9L V6 engine (VIN Code M), you can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85).
Page 293: Fuels In Foreign Countries
E85 has less energy per gallon than gasoline, so you will need to reﬁll the fuel tank more often when using E85 than when you are using gasoline. See Filling the Tank on page 5-10. Notice: Some additives are not compatible with E85 fuel and can harm the vehicle’s fuel system.
Page 294: 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 295 To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it; if the cap is released too soon, it will spring back to the right. While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door.
Page 296: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the fuel vapor. You can be badly burned and the vehicle damaged if this occurs.
Page 297: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood: 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. The hood latch is located under the hood, near the center, at the front edge of the grille.
Page 298: 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 299 A. Underhood Fuse Block on page 5-98. B. Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting on page 5-44. C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-39. D. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank. See Cooling System on page 5-26.
Page 300 When you open the hood on the 4.6L V8 engine, here is what you will see: 5-16...
Page 301: Engine Oil
A. Underhood Fuse Block on page 5-98. B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting on page 5-44. C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-39. D. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System on page 5-26.
Page 302: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil 3.9L V6 Engine 4.6L V8 Engine 5-18 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.
Page 303: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for three things: • GM6094M Use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. • SAE 5W-30 SAE 5W-30 is best for the vehicle. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50.
Page 304: Engine Oil Life System
Engine Oil Additives / Engine Oil Flushes Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils with the starburst symbol that meet GM Standard GM6094M are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system ﬂushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 305: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter based on vehicle use. Whenever the oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where the oil is changed prior to a CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message being turned on, reset the system.
Page 306: How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter, remove the ﬁlter from the vehicle and lightly shake the ﬁlter to release loose dust and dirt. If the ﬁlter remains caked with dirt, a new ﬁlter is required. To inspect or replace the ﬁlter: 1.
Page 307: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Notice: If the air cleaner/ﬁlter is off, a backﬁre can cause a damaging engine ﬁre. And, dirt can easily get into the engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner/ﬁlter in place when you are driving. Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid A good time to check the automatic transmission ﬂuid...
Page 308: Checking The Fluid Level
Checking the Fluid Level Prepare the vehicle as follows: 1. Park the vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. 2. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in P (Park). 3. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range.
Page 309: How To Add Automatic Transmission Fluid
How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission ﬂuid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. 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.
Page 310: Cooling System
Cooling System The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. 3.9L Engine A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Electric Engine Cooling Fans 5-26 4.6L Engine A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans...
Page 311: Engine Coolant (4.6L Engine)
CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 312: What To Use
What to Use CAUTION: Adding only plain water to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning.
Page 313: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant recovery tank. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, ®...
Page 314 CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly.
Page 315: Engine Coolant (3.9L Engine)
4. With the coolant surge tank cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower.
Page 316 What to Use CAUTION: Adding only plain water to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning.
Page 317 Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark when the engine is cold. The coolant level should be above the FULL COLD mark under normal operating conditions.
Page 318: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly.
Page 319: Radiator Pressure Cap
3. Fill the cooling system with the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture, up to the base of the ﬁller neck. See Engine Coolant (4.6L Engine) on page 5-27 or Engine Coolant (3.9L Engine) on page 5-31. 4. Then ﬁll the coolant recovery tank to the COLD FILL line.
Page 320: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating. You will ﬁnd a warning light about a hot engine as well as an engine coolant temperature gage on the instrument panel cluster. You may decide not to lift the hood when this warning appears, but instead get service help right away.
Page 321: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle: •...
Page 322: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for information on the location of the power steering ﬂuid reservoir. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise.
Page 323: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When the vehicle needs windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If the vehicle will be operating in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a ﬂuid that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Page 324: Brakes
Brakes Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with DOT 3 brake ﬂuid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake ﬂuid level in the reservoir might go down: •...
Page 325: Brake Wear
What to Add Use only new DOT 3 brake ﬂuid from a sealed container. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. Always clean the brake ﬂuid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir.
Page 326: Replacing Brake System Parts
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque speciﬁcations in Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 5-106. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets.
Page 327: Battery
Battery 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 the original battery’s label. Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Page 328: Jump Starting
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 5-44 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 329 Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the warranty. Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage the vehicle. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system.
Page 330 Access the remote positive (+) terminal by removing the cover. CAUTION: An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 5-46 CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode.
Page 331 CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock.
Page 332 Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal.
Page 333: Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system. The aim of the headlamps have been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. However, if the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the aim of the headlamps may be affected and adjustment may be necessary.
Page 334 To adjust the vertical aim: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-13 for more information. 2. Locate the aim dot on the lens of the low-beam headlamp. 3. Record the distance from the ground to the aim dot on the low-beam headlamp.
Page 335 7. Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws, which are under the hood near each headlamp assembly. The adjustment screw can be turned with a 6 mm male hex. 8. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the angle of the beam.
Page 336: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-55. 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. You or others could be injured.
Page 337 To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-13. 2. Remove the convenience net. 3. Remove the plastic wing nuts retaining the trunk trim. 4. Pull back the trunk trim. 5. Remove the three hex nuts holding the taillamp assembly in place.
Page 338: Taillamps And Back-Up Lamps
Taillamps and Back-Up Lamps A. Taillamp B. Back-up Lamp 5-54 To replace an auxiliary taillamp or back-up lamp bulb: 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-13. 2. Remove the three fasteners from the trunk trim. 3. Pull back the trunk trim to access the bulbs. 4.
Page 339: License Plate Lamp
License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Remove the license plate. 2. Reach up through the opening above the license plate to access the two license plate lamps. 3. Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove. 4. Grasp the bulb in the socket and pull straight out. 5.
Page 340 3. Squeeze the tabs on each side of the wiper blade assembly and slide the assembly off the end of the wiper arm. 5-56 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 341: Tires
Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer.
Page 342: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples below show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example 5-58 (A) Tire Size The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description.
Page 343 (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5-74. (G) Maximum Cold Inﬂation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load.
Page 344 (F) Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers deﬁne a tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description. The letter T as the ﬁrst character in the tire size means the tire is for temporary use only. (G) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation) Original equipment tires designed...
Page 345: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight This means the combined weight of optional accessories.
Page 346 Intended Outboard Sidewall asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kPa) The metric unit for air pressure. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire.
Page 347 Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead.
Page 348: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that under-inﬂation or over-inﬂation is all right. It is not. If your tires do not have enough air (under-inﬂation), you can get the following: •...
Page 349: Tire Pressure Monitor System
How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inﬂated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inﬂated even when they are under-inﬂated. Check the tire’s inﬂation pressure when the tires are cold.
Page 350 Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inﬂation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
Page 351: Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly, excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly. The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in the vehicle’s tires and transmits the tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle.
Page 352: Tpms Malfunction Light And Message
TPMS Malfunction Light and Message The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. When the system detects a malfunction, the low tire warning light ﬂashes for about one minute and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition cycle.
Page 353 The TPMS sensors can also be matched to each tire/wheel position by increasing or decreasing the tire’s air pressure. If increasing the tire’s air pressure, do not exceed the maximum inﬂation pressure indicated on the tire’s sidewall. To decrease air-pressure out of a tire you can use the pointed end of the valve cap, a pencil-style air pressure gage, or a key.
Page 354: 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 5-71 for more information. Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km).
Page 355: When It Is Time For New Tires
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5-67. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 5-106. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time.
Page 356: Buying New Tires
You need new tires if any of the following statements are true: • You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. • You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber. • The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.
Page 357 GM recommends replacing tires in sets of four. This is because uniform tread depth on all tires will 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 performance of your vehicle.
Page 358: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover.
Page 359 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Page 360: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis.
Page 361: Tire Chains
Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on the vehicle is dangerous. You cannot know how it has been used or how far it has been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.
Page 362: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly.
Page 363: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning ﬂashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6. CAUTION: Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people.
Page 364: 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. 3. Lift and remove the compact spare tire cover. 5-80 4.
Page 365: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
The tools you will be using include the jack (A) and the wheel wrench (B). Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-79. 2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen all the wheel nuts, but do no remove them yet.
Page 366 3. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the jack lift head until it ﬁts under the vehicle. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 367 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 368 8. Remove all wheel nuts and remove the ﬂat tire. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 369 12. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. CAUTION: Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque speciﬁcation CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued)
Page 370: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
Page 371 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. Place the foam insert (I) in the trunk compartment. 3.
Page 372: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire CAUTION: Driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and handling. This could lead to a crash and you or others could be injured. Use only one compact spare tire at a time.
Page 373: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Interior Cleaning The vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt can accumulate on the upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfaces. Regular vacuuming is recommended to remove particles from the upholstery.
Page 374: Fabric/Carpet
Do not clean the vehicle using: • A knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface. • A stiff brush. It can cause damage to the vehicle’s interior surfaces. • Heavy pressure or aggressive rubbing with a cleaning cloth.
Page 375: Leather
If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary. When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used, test a small hidden area for colorfastness ﬁrst. If the locally cleaned area gives any impression that a ring formation may result, clean the entire surface.
Page 376: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. It may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
Page 377: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely. If they are allowed to dry on the surface, they could stain. Dry the ﬁnish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle.
Page 378: Windshield And Wiper Blades
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Washing with water is all that is usually needed. However, chrome polish may be used on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary. Use special care with aluminum trim. To avoid damaging protective trim, never use auto or chrome polish, steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum.
Page 379: Tires
The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle. Do not use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because they could damage the surface. Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels. Notice: Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels.
Page 380: Finish Damage
Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the ﬁnish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your dealer/retailer. Larger areas of ﬁnish damage can be corrected in your dealer’s/retailer’s body and paint shop.
Page 381: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) This is the legal identiﬁer for the vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver side. It can be seen through the windshield from outside the vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certiﬁcation and Service Parts labels and the certiﬁcates of title and registration.
Page 382: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle unless you check with your dealer/retailer ﬁrst. Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle’s warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 383 Fuses Usage Engine Control Module (ECM), Crank Fuel Injectors Odd Fuel Injectors Even Fuses Usage Air Conditioning Clutch Air Injection Reactor (AIR) Solenoid Oxygen Sensor 5-99...
Page 384 Fuses Emission Device Transmission, Ignition 1 Engine Control Module (ECM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Climate Control System, Instrument Panel Cluster Ignition 1 Airbag System Horn Windshield Wiper Fog Lamps Right High-Beam Headlamp Left High-Beam Headlamp Left Low-Beam Headlamp Right Low-Beam Headlamp Windshield Washer Pump Motor Left Front Cornering Lamp Right Front Cornering Lamp...
Page 385: Rear Underseat Fuse Block
Rear Underseat Fuse Block The rear fuse block is located under the rear seat on the driver side. The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the rear fuse block. Removing the Rear Seat Cushion Notice: If you touch the exposed wires with the metal on the seat cushion, you could cause a short that could damage the battery and or wires.
Page 386 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 CAUTION: (Continued) 5-102 CAUTION: (Continued) not been routed through the seat cushion at all, it...
Page 387 Fuses Usage Fuel Pump Left Park Lamp Not Used Right Park Lamp Fuses Usage Engine Control Module (ECM)/ Transmission Control Module (TCM) Memory Module Not Used 5-103...
Page 388 Fuses Steering Wheel Illumination Front Heated/Cooled Seat Module Run 2 - Heated/Cooled Seats, Heated Washer Fluid Not Used RPA Module ® PASS-Key III System Unlock/Lock Module Magnetic Ride Control Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Sunroof Body Control Module (BCM) Dim Body Control Module (BCM) Run 1-Heated Steering Wheel Ignition Switch Driver Door Module...
Page 389 Fuses Usage Radio Not Used Rear Defogger (J-Case) Electronic Leveling Control Compressor (J-Case) Blower (J-Case) Not Used Resistor Usage Terminating Resistor Relays Usage Not Used Rear Defogger Electronic Leveling Control Compressor Park Lamps Fuel Pump Not Used Relays Usage Not Used Unlock Lock Daytime Running Lamps...
Page 390: 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. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Engine Cooling System 3.9L V6 Engine 4.6L V8 Engine Engine Oil with Filter 3.9L V6 Engine 4.6L V8 Engine Fuel Tank...
Page 391 Application Transmission Fluid - Drain and Reﬁll 3.9L V6 Engine 4.6L V8 Engine Wheel Nut Torque All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck ﬂuid level after ﬁlling. Engine 3.9L V6 Engine 3.9L V6 Engine...
Page 392 ✍ NOTES 5-108...
Page 393 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12...
Page 394: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements the vehicle warranties. See the Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer/retailer for details. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended ﬂuids and...
Page 395: Using The Maintenance Schedule
Using the Maintenance Schedule 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 a week. Or you might drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 396: Scheduled Maintenance
The proper replacement parts, ﬂuids, and lubricants to use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 and Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-13. When the vehicle is serviced, make sure these are used. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle.
Page 397 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. If necessary, replace ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-21.
Page 398: 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. Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components.
Page 399: Maintenance Footnotes
Service and Miles (Kilometers) Engine cooling system service (or every ﬁve years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (j). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. See footnote (l). Maintenance Footnotes (a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc.
Page 400: Owner Checks And Services
(f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders. Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, rear compartment, glove box door, and console door. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
Page 401: At Each Fuel Fill
At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel ﬁll. Engine Oil Level Check Notice: It is important to check the engine oil regularly and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep the engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to the engine not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 402: At Least Once A Year
At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle.
Page 403: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position. • The ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF only when the shift lever is in P (Park). •...
Page 404: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Engine Oil Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol.
Page 405: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter 3.9L V6 Engine 4.6L V8 Engine Passenger Compartment Air Filter Spark Plugs 3.9L V6 4.6L V8 Wiper Blades Driver Side –...
Page 406: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing 4.6L V8 Engine 3.9L V6 Engine 6-14...
Page 407: 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 408 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-16...
Page 409 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-17...
Page 410 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-18...
Page 411: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2 Online Owner Center ...7-5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...7-6 Customer Assistance Offices ...7-6 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ...7-7 Roadside Assistance Program ...7-7 Scheduling Service Appointments ...7-10 Courtesy Transportation ...7-10 Collision Damage Repair ...7-12 Customer Assistance Information...
Page 412: Customer Assistance And Information
Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Buick. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your GM dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 413 STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, in the United States, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you can ﬁle with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights.
Page 414 STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps one and two, General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge Mediation/Arbitration program.
Page 415: Online Owner Center
— all in one convenient place. • Digital owner manual, warranty information, and more • Online service and maintenance records • Find Buick dealers for service nationwide • Exclusive privileges and offers • Recall notices for your speciﬁc vehicle • ®...
Page 416: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Customer Assistance Offices Buick encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. However, if a customer wishes to write or e-mail Buick, the letter should be addressed to: United States — Customer Assistance Buick Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33136 Detroit, MI 48232-5136 www.Buick.com...
Page 417: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle, such as hand controls or a wheelchair/scooter lift. The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease.
Page 418 Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Buick and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notiﬁcation.
Page 419 Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance • Impound towing caused by violation of any laws. • Legal ﬁnes. • Mounting, dismounting or changing of snow tires, chains, or other traction devices. • Towing or services for vehicles driven on a non-public road or highway.
Page 420: Scheduling Service Appointments
Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealer/retailer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer/retailer can help minimize your inconvenience. If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related.
Page 421: Additional Program Information
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, and public transportation is used instead of the dealer’s shuttle service, the expense must be supported by original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount allowed by GM for shuttle service. In addition, for U.S.
Page 422: Collision Damage Repair
Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualiﬁed technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts. Poorly performed collision repairs diminish your vehicle’s resale value, and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions.
Page 423: If A Crash Occurs
Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There are signiﬁcant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms. Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts.
Page 424 • Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone number, driver’s license number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), insurance company and policy number, and a general description of the damage to the other vehicle.
Page 425: Reporting Safety Defects
General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, please notify General Motors. Call 1-800-521-7300, or write: Buick Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33136 Detroit, MI 48232-5136 In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write:...
Page 426: Service Publications Ordering Information
Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give additional technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
Page 427: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle’s performance and how it is driven. For example, your vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control engine and transmission performance, to monitor the conditions for airbag deployment and deploy airbags in a crash and, if so equipped, to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the...
Page 428: Onstar
GM will not access this data or share it with others except: with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee; in response to an official request of police or similar government office;...
Page 429 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ... 5-3 Accessory Power ... 2-22 Accessory Power Outlets ... 3-20 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ... 1-77 Additional Required Services, Scheduled Maintenance ... 6-6 Additives, Fuel ... 5-7 Add-On Electrical Equipment ... 5-98 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ... 5-21 Air Conditioning ...
Page 430 Audio System ... 3-80 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ... 3-110 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ... 3-97 Setting the Clock ... 3-81 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ... 3-112 Audio System(s) ... 3-83 Audio Systems Radio Reception ... 3-111 Theft-Deterrent Feature ... 3-109 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...
Page 431 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust ... 2-32 Trunk ... 2-13 Winter Driving ... 4-15 Care of Safety Belts ... 5-92 CD, MP3 ... 3-92 Center Console Storage ... 2-56 Center Flex Storage Unit ... 2-56 Center Seat ... 1-13 Chains, Tire ... 5-77 Charging System Light ...
Page 432 Coolant Engine ... 5-27, 5-31 Engine Temperature Gage ... 3-44 Engine Temperature Warning Light ... 3-44 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ... 5-35 Cooled Seats ... 1-8 Cooling System ... 5-26 Cornering Lamps ... 3-17 Courtesy Lamps ... 3-18 Courtesy Transportation ... 7-10 Cruise Control ...
Page 433 E85 Fuel ... 5-8 EDR ... 7-17 Electrical Equipment Add-On Equipment ... 5-98 Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers ... 5-98 Power Windows and Other Power Options ... 5-98 Rear Underseat Fuse Block ... 5-101 Underhood Fuse Block ... 5-98 Electronic Immobilizer ®...
Page 434 Front Reading Lamps ... 3-19 Front Storage Area ... 2-56 Fuel ... 5-5 Additives ... 5-7 California Fuel ... 5-6 E85 (85% Ethanol) ... 5-8 Economy Driving ... 4-2 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ... 5-12 Filling the Tank ... 5-10 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...
Page 435 Hill and Mountain Roads ... 4-14 Hood Checking Things Under ... 5-12 Release ... 5-13 Horn ... 3-6 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ... 1-19 Ignition Positions ... 2-21 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver ... 3-20 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ... 1-39 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ...
Page 436 Lights (cont.) Cruise Control ... 3-49 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ... 3-44 Exterior Lamps ... 3-15 Flash-to-Pass ... 3-9 Fog Lamp ... 3-49 Highbeam On ... 3-50 High/Low Beam Changer ... 3-9 Lane Departure Warning ... 3-43 Oil Pressure ... 3-48 On Reminder ...
Page 437 Mirrors (cont.) Outside Heated Mirrors ... 2-37 Outside Power Mirrors ... 2-36 Park Tilt ... 2-37 MP3 ... 3-92 Navigation System, Privacy ... 7-18 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ... 3-97 Convenience ... 2-56 New Vehicle Break-In ... 2-20 Object Detection, Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ... 2-40 Odometer ...
Page 438 Parking Brake ... 2-27 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ... 3-39 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ... 3-32 Passenger Sensing System ... 1-71 Passing ... 4-10 ® PASS-Key III+ Electronic Immobilizer ... 2-18 ® PASS-Key III+ Electronic Immobilizer Operation ... 2-19 Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California ...
Page 439 Replacement Bulbs ... 5-55 Replacement Parts, Maintenance ... 6-13 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government ... 7-15 General Motors ... 7-15 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ... 7-15 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ... 7-15 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems ...
Page 440 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ... 5-97 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ... 1-76 Setting the Clock ... 3-81 Sheet Metal Damage ... 5-95 Shifting Out of Park ... 2-31 Shifting Into Park ... 2-28 Side Blind Zone Alert ... 2-40 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ... 3-8 Spare Tire Compact ...
Page 441 Time, Setting ... 3-81 Tire Pressure Light ... 3-45 Tires ... 5-57 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels, Cleaning ... 5-94 Buying New Tires ... 5-72 Chains ... 5-77 Changing a Flat Tire ... 5-79 Cleaning ... 5-95 Compact Spare ... 5-88 Different Size ...
Page 442 Vehicle Control ... 4-3 Loading ... 4-18 Running While Parked ... 2-33 Symbols ... iii Vehicle Customization, DIC ... 3-70 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ... 7-17 Vehicle Data Recording, Radio Frequency (RFID) ... 7-18 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ... 5-97 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ...

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Buick 2009 Lucerne Owner's Manual

Section 1 Seats and Restraint System

Seats and Restraint System

Head Restraints

Front Seats

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Child Restraints

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Object Detection Systems

Universal Home Remote System

Storage Areas

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Quick Links

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