Page 1 2004 Cadillac DeVille Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ... 1-1 Front Seats ... 1-2 Rear Seats ... 1-7 Safety Belts ... 1-7 Child Restraints ... 1-28 Air Bag Systems ... 1-47 Restraint System Check ... 1-57 Features and Controls ... 2-1 Keys ...
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
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Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will ﬁnd a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.
Page 4 Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will ﬁnd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 5 These are some examples of symbols you may ﬁnd on your vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Front Seats ...1-2 Power Seats ...1-2 Power Lumbar ...1-2 Massaging Lumbar ...1-3 Heated Seats ...1-3 Heated and Cooled Seats ...1-4 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-5 Rear Seats ...1-7 Power Lumbar ...1-7 Safety Belts ...1-7 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ...1-7 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ...1-12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...1-12 Driver Position ...1-13...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Power Seats The power seat controls are located on the outboard sides of the front seat cushions. • Move the front of the seat control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cushion. • Move the rear of the seat control up or down to adjust the rear portion of the cushion.
Page 9: Massaging Lumbar
Massaging Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature, the control is located on the outboard sides of the front seats. With the ignition on, brieﬂy press the top of the control where it is marked AUTO to activate the massaging lumbar feature.
Page 10: Heated And Cooled Seats
The HEAT/OFF button controls the temperature settings HI, MED and LO. The other button is to choose BACK ONLY heating. The LO setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat approximates body temperature. The MED and HI settings heat the seatback and seat cushion to a slightly higher temperature, and the BACK ONLY heats only the seatback.
Page 11: Reclining Seatbacks
There are three temperature ranges for each feature. A light bar on the controls will display which setting the feature is in; high, medium or low. The longest bar shows the high range and the shortest bar shows the low range. When you press a button, the feature will turn on at the highest setting.
Page 12 But do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job.
Page 13: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Power Lumbar Your vehicle may be equipped with four-way lumbar support, without the massage feature, for the outboard rear seating positions. The rear lumbar support controls are located on the rear door trim panels. To activate the rear lumbar support feature, push forward on the control to increase support or rearward to decrease support.
Page 14 CAUTION: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.
Page 15: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels.
Page 16 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-10 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 17 or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-11...
Page 18: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? You could be – whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 19: Driver Position
Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats”...
Page 20 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Be sure to use the correct buckle when buckling your lap-shoulder belt. If you ﬁnd that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle, see if you are using the buckle for the center passenger position.
Page 21 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly 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. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body.
Page 22 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-16 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 at the pelvic bones.
Page 23 What’s 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 24 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-18 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t 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 to ﬁx it.
Page 25: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 26: Lap Belt
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 27: Rear Seat Passengers
To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-27. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 28 Lap-Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1-22 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
Page 29 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
Page 30 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 pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 31 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 32 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1-26 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
Page 33: Safety Belt Pretensioners
4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-21. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides.
Page 34: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. 1-28 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a...
Page 35 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?
Page 36: Infants And Young Children
1-30 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 37 Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints. Young children should not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone, unless there is no other choice. Instead, they need to use a child restraint. CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 38 1-32 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants.
Page 39 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards.
Page 40: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous ﬂat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle.
Page 41 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a ﬁve-point harness.
Page 42 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 43: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We, therefore, recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat.
Page 44: Top Strap
Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap-equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored.
Page 45: Top Strap Anchor Location
CAUTION: Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single bracket could cause the anchor to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured if this happens.
Page 46 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will ﬁnd anchors (A) in all three rear seating positions. This system, designed to make installation of child restraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts. Instead, it uses vehicle anchors (A,B) and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints.
Page 47 In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has a label on the seatback at each lower anchor position.
Page 48: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System (Rear)
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System (Rear) 1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3.
Page 49 CAUTION: A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger’s air bag if it inﬂates. Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat. It is always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat.
Page 50 3. Buckle the belt. Be sure the latch plate clicks when you put it into the buckle. This means you are using the correct buckle. Also make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-44 4.
Page 51: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for...
Page 52 2. Put the restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 53: Air Bag Systems
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. You may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 54 Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inﬂating frontal air bag. But these air bags must inﬂate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations. 1-48 CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt, even if you have air bags.
Page 55 CAUTION: (Continued) Side impact air bags are designed to inﬂate only in moderate to severe crashes where something hits the side of your vehicle. They aren’t designed to inﬂate in frontal, in rollover or in rear crashes. Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly, whether or not there’s an air bag for that person.
Page 56: Where Are The Air Bags
United States There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the words AIR BAG or an air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 57 The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-51...
Page 58 The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. 1-52 The side impact air bags for the rear seat outboard passenger positions are in the sides of the rear seatback closest to the doors.
Page 59: When Should An Air Bag Inﬂate
CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air...
Page 60: How Does An Air Bag Restrain
In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air bag should have inﬂated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. For frontal air bags, inﬂation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal and near-frontal impacts.
Page 61: What Will You See After An Air Bag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inﬂates? After the air bag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inﬂated. Some components of the air bag module – the steering wheel hub for the driver’s air bag, the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s bag, the side of the seatback closest to the door for the side impact air bags –...
Page 62 In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. • Air bags are designed to inﬂate only once. After an air bag inﬂates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system.
Page 63: Restraint System Check
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems.
Page 64: 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 possible.
Page 65: Table Of Contents
Section 2 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-5 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-6 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Door Locks ...2-9 Central Door Unlocking System ...2-10 Power Door Locks ...2-10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-10 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-11 Lockout Protection ...2-12 Leaving Your Vehicle ...2-12 Trunk ...2-12...
Page 66 Section 2 Storage Areas ...2-52 Glove Box ...2-52 Instrument Panel Storage Area ...2-52 Cellular Telephone ...2-52 Front Storage Area ...2-52 Full Floor Console Storage Area ...2-53 Center Console Storage Area ...2-53 Center Flex Storage Unit ...2-53 Map Pocket ...2-54 Assist Handles ...2-54 Features and Controls Garment Hooks ...2-54 Umbrella Holder ...2-54...
Page 67: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. If they turned the ignition to ACCESSORY or ON and moved the shift lever out of PARK (P), that would release the parking brake.
Page 68 Valet Key you may have to damage the vehicle to get in. Be sure you have spare keys. In an emergency, contact Cadillac Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Service on page 7-6. If your vehicle is equipped with the OnStar an active subscription and you lock your keys inside the vehicle, OnStar unlock your vehicle.
Page 69: Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 70: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation With this system you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. (Lock): Press this symbol to lock the doors.
Page 71: Battery Replacement
(Panic Alarm): Press the horn symbol when the ignition is turned off to use the alarm. The horn will sound and the exterior lamps will ﬂash for up to 30 seconds. To stop the instant panic alarm, press the symbol again or turn the ignition to ON. (Trunk): Press this button to open the trunk.
Page 72 1. Use an object like a coin to pry open the transmitter. 2. Once the transmitter is separated, use an object like a pencil to remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. 3. Insert the new battery as the instructions under the cover indicate.
Page 73: 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. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked.
Page 74 Central Door Unlocking System Your vehicle has a central door unlocking mode and a theft-deterrent system. When unlocking the driver’s door, you can unlock the other doors by holding the key in the turned position for a few seconds or by quickly turning the door key twice in the lock cylinder.
Page 75: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the inside. The rear door security locks are located on the edge of each rear door.
Page 76: Leaving Your Vehicle
Lockout Protection Leaving your key in any ignition position with any door open will disable the power door lock switches as well as the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. If you close the doors, you can lock them using the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 77: Trunk Lock Release
Trunk Lock Release The trunk lock release button is located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Press the button to open the trunk. To use this feature, your vehicle must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and the valet lockout switch must be off.
Page 78 2-14 Your vehicle may be equipped with a trunk-lid tie down. This feature is used to secure the trunk lid if it will not close completely, such as when carrying large packages in the trunk. Use the following steps to secure the trunk lid: 1.
Page 79: Emergency Trunk Release Handle
Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Using the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk may damage it. Use the emergency trunk release handle only to help you open the trunk lid. There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk near the latch.
Page 80: 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 81: Power Windows
Power Windows The power window switches are located on the armrest near each window. Press the up or down arrows on the switches to raise or lower the windows. Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP) that allows you to use the power windows once the ignition has been turned off.
Page 82: Window Lockout
Anti-Pinch Feature If a hand, an arm or another object is above the middle of the window and is in the path of the window when the express-up feature is active, the window will stop at the obstruction and express-open to a preset factory position.
Page 83: Sun Visors
Sun Visors Swing down the primary visor to block out glare. It can also be detached from the center mount and moved to the side while the auxiliary sunshade remains to block the glare from the front. The visors also have side-to-side slide capability.
Page 84: Theft-Deterrent Systems
To raise the power sunshade, press and release the REAR SHADE switch located on the front overhead console. To close the power sunshade, press and release the REAR SHADE switch again. Never store objects on the rear shelf because they may get caught in the sunshade or be tossed about in your vehicle.
Page 85 To arm the system, do the following: 1. Open the door. 2. Lock the door using the power door lock switch with the door open or the remote keyless entry transmitter. The SECURITY light should come on and stay on. 3.
Page 86: Testing The Alarm
Testing the Alarm 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the window, then get out of the vehicle, keeping the door open. 2. From outside of the vehicle, with the door open, lock the vehicle using the power door lock or the remote keyless entry system and close the door.
Page 87: Iii Operation
® PASS-Key ® Your PASS-Key III system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 88 When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does not start and the SECURITY light comes on, the key may have a damaged transponder. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the engine does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key.
Page 89: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
PASS-Key III system at this time. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key your dealer to have a new key made. In an emergency, contact Cadillac Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Service on page 7-6. Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate “break-in.”...
Page 90: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the key to four different positions. If you cannot start your vehicle and you are unable to remove your key from the ignition, see “Shift Lock Release” later in this section for more information. 2-26 Notice: If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key;...
Page 91: Starting Your Engine
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) The following accessories on your vehicle may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned from ON to OFF: • Cellular Telephone • Radio • Power Windows • Audio Steering Wheel Controls •...
Page 92: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may be equipped with an engine coolant heater. A. Engine Oil Dipstick Location B. Engine Coolant Heater Cord C. Transaxle Dipstick/Fluid Fill Location 2-28 In very cold weather, 0°F ( 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help.
Page 93: Automatic Transaxle Operation
CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a ﬁre. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will not reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.
Page 94 Column Shifter (Digital and Analog Cluster similar) PARK (P): This position locks the front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. 2-30 CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 95 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) while the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever –...
Page 96 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ( ): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you are: • Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. • Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.
Page 97: Shift Lock Release
Performance Shifting (DTS Only) When your vehicle detects a change in driving conditions, it will automatically initiate the appropriate performance shift mode. When this occurs, the gear display on the instrument panel cluster will change to indicate that the transaxle has shifted to a different gear.
Page 98 The following procedure applies only to vehicles equipped with the console shift lever and is used to shift the transaxle out of PARK (P) in case of a dead battery or low voltage battery. The console shift lock release is located on the front of the center console.
Page 99: Parking Brake
Parking Brake The parking brake pedal is located to the left of the regular brake pedal, near the driver’s door. This vehicle has a PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake pedal. To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal down with your left foot.
Page 100: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 101: Console Shift Lever
• Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the parking brake. 4. Turn the ignition key to OFF. 5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Page 102: Torque Lock
4. Turn the ignition key to OFF. 5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P). Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with...
Page 103: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
Shifting Out of Park (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is ON. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-29. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease the pressure on the shift lever.
Page 104: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
Page 105: Mirrors
CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 106: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror With Onstar And Compass
Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ®...
Page 107: Compass Variance
The compass can be placed in calibration mode manually by pressing and holding the on/off button until a C is shown in the compass display. Compass Variance The zone is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight.
Page 108: Outside Power Mirrors
Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing. Outside Power Mirrors The control on the driver’s door armrest operates both outside rearview mirrors.
Page 109: Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, the driver’s side mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled by the on and off settings on the automatic dimming rearview mirror. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar on page 2-41.
Page 110: Onstar System
® OnStar System ® OnStar uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information and convenience services. ® A complete OnStar user’s guide and the terms and ®...
Page 111 Luxury and Leisure Plan • All Directions and Connections Plan services • Personal Concierge ® OnStar Personal Calling ® With OnStar Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no contracts and no additional roaming charges.
Page 112: Homelink Transmitter
® If you prefer to use OnStar to make calls, you must repeat the word phone again after the cellular phone ready prompt. To end a communication session, press the bottom part of the control that says END. ® HomeLink Transmitter ®...
Page 113: Programming The Homelink
Programming the HomeLink Transmitter ® Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. If you have a newer garage door opener with rolling codes, please be sure to follow steps 6 through 8 to complete the ®...
Page 114 5. Press and hold the newly-trained HomeLink and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should ® activate when the HomeLink released. To program the remaining two HomeLink begin with Step 2 under “Programming HomeLink Do not repeat Step 1 as this will erase all of the programmed channels.
Page 115: Gate Operator And Canadian Programming
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time out” or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for ® HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming. Similarly, some U.S. gate operators are manufactured to “time out”...
Page 116: Storage Areas
Resetting Defaults ® To reset HomeLink to default settings do the following: 1. Hold down the two outside buttons for about 20 seconds until the indicator light begins to ﬂash. 2. Continue to hold both buttons until the HomeLink indicator light turns off. 3.
Page 117: Full Floor Console Storage Area
Full Floor Console Storage Area If your vehicle is equipped with the full ﬂoor console, it has an upper and lower storage area. The upper storage area is available for the optional cellular telephone. The lower storage area has two removable bins that can hold tapes and/or CDs.
Page 118: Map Pocket
When not being used, the center seat lap belt can be stored in the underseat storage compartment as shown. Map Pocket The map/storage pockets are located on each front door and on the rear door trim as well as on the back of both front seatbacks.
Page 119: Rear Storage Area
Rear Storage Area Your vehicle is equipped with a rear seat armrest which includes an open storage compartment and a dual cupholder. To open, release the latch at the front edge. Rear Storage Door Trim Armrest Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear storage door trim armrest.
Page 120: Vehicle Personalization
Press and release the ROOF switch rearward to the second position to express-open the glass panel to the comfort stop position, approximately half-way open. The comfort stop position is designed to help reduce noise and make the rear seat passengers more comfortable.
Page 121 To save your positions in memory, do the following: 1. Adjust the driver’s seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both outside mirrors and the steering wheel to a comfortable position. 2. Press and hold the SET button. Release the SET button when you hear a single beep.
Page 122 To stop recall movement of the memory feature at any time, press one of the power seat controls or memory buttons. To store the exit position for an easy exit, do the following: 1. Recall the driver position by pressing button 1, or by pressing the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter 1.
Page 123 Three-Button Control The controls for these features are located on the driver’s door panel, and are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver’s seat, outside mirror and steering wheel positions. To save your positions in memory, do the following: 1.
Page 124 If you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to enter your vehicle and the remote recall memory feature is on, automatic seat and mirror movement will occur. The numbers on the back of the transmitters, 1 and 2, correspond to the numbers on the buttons on the driver’s door panel.
Page 125 To store the exit position for an easy exit, do the following: 1. Recall the driver position by pressing button 1, or by pressing the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter 1. 2. Adjust the driver’s seat and steering wheel to the desired exit positions.
Page 126 NOTES 2-62...
Page 127: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-7 Horn ...3-7 Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Heated Steering Wheel ...3-9 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-9 Exterior Lamps ...3-16 Interior Lamps ...3-22 Night Vision System ...3-24 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ...3-27 Accessory Power Outlets ...3-29 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ...3-30...
Page 128 Section 3 Trip Computer ...3-80 Oil Life Indicator ...3-80 Audio System(s) ...3-81 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ...3-81 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ...3-82 Radio with CD ...3-82 Radio with Cassette and CD ...3-89 Navigation/Radio System ...3-101 Glovebox-Mounted CD Changer ...3-101 Instrument Panel...
Page 129 NOTES...
Page 130: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 131 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-35. B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-9. ® C. Climate Controls and OnStar Controls (or Cellular Telephone Controls). See Steering Wheel Climate Controls on page 3-40 and ®...
Page 132: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. The hazard warning button is located on the center of the instrument panel between the two air vents.
Page 133: Other Warning Devices
Other Warning Devices If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Horn The horn can be sounded by pressing on the center of the steering wheel pad. Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive.
Page 134 Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column If your vehicle has this feature, the power tilt wheel control is located on the outboard side of the steering column. To operate the power tilt feature, push the control up and the steering wheel will tilt up. Push the control down and the steering wheel will go down.
Page 135: Heated Steering Wheel
Heated Steering Wheel Your vehicle may have a heated steering wheel. The button for this feature is located on the steering wheel. Press the button to turn the heated steering wheel on or off. A light on the button will display while the feature is on.
Page 136: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Turn and Lane-Change Signals To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster and in the outside rearview mirror will ﬂash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Page 137: Windshield Wipers
Flash-To-Pass This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. Pull and hold the turn signal lever toward you to use. When you do, the following will occur: •...
Page 138: Rainsense™ Ii Wipers
Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they are frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If the blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools.
Page 139: Cruise Control
Windshield Washer CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer ﬂuid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. At the top of the turn signal/multifunction lever there is a paddle with the word PUSH on it.
Page 140 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.
Page 141 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This shuts off the cruise control. But you do not need to reset it. Once the vehicle is traveling approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can press the RES/ACC (resume/ accelerate) button to return to your desired preset speed.
Page 142: Exterior Lamps
Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down.
Page 143: Lamps On Reminder
(Parking Lamp): Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following: • Sidemarker Lamps • Taillamps • License Plate Lamps • Instrument Panel Lights The parking brake indicator light will come on and stay on while the parking lamps are on with the engine off and the ignition in ACCESSORY or ON.
Page 144 When DRL are on, only your high-beam headlamps at reduced brightness will be on. No other exterior lamps such as the parking lamps, taillamps, etc. will be on when the DRL are being used. Your instrument panel will not be lit up either. ®...
Page 145: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps If your vehicle has fog lamps, use them for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. The fog lamp button is located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. When you press the fog lamp button, a fog lamp symbol in the button and the fog lamp light on the instrument panel cluster will come on to indicate that the fog lamps and the parking lamps are on.
Page 146: Twilight Sentinel
® Twilight Sentinel This lever is located next to the exterior lamp control. It automatically turns the lamps on and off by sensing how dark it is outside. ® To operate the Twilight Sentinel , leave the exterior lamp control in the off position and move the TWILIGHT lever to any position but OFF.
Page 147: Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
Light Sensor The light sensor for the DRL and the Twilight ® Sentinel is located in the center of the front defogger grille. If you cover the sensor, it will read “dark” and the exterior lamps or the HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will be displayed whenever the ignition is on.
Page 148: Interior Lamps
Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The knob for this feature is located to the right of the Twilight Sentinel Press the knob to release it to the outward position. Turn the knob clockwise to brighten the lights or counterclockwise to dim them.
Page 149: Parade Dimming
Parade Dimming This feature prohibits dimming of the digital displays and backlighting during daylight hours when the key is in the ignition and the headlamps are on. This feature operates with the light sensor for the Twilight ® Sentinel and is fully automatic. When the light sensor reads darkness outside and the parking lamps are active, the digital displays can be adjusted by turning the instrument panel brightness knob counterclockwise...
Page 150: Battery Load Management
Battery Load Management The battery load management feature is designed to monitor the vehicle’s electrical load and determine when the battery is in a heavy discharge condition. During times of high electrical loading, the engine may idle at a higher revolutions per minute (rpm) setting than normal to make sure the battery charges.
Page 151 Use this system as an aid to help you in seeing objects beyond the headlamps. Do this by occasionally glancing at the image as you would a rearview mirror. Do not stare at the image. The Night Vision System can be operated if: •...
Page 152 When the system comes on, you will see the Night Vision System symbol in the image. After about one minute, you should see the view of the road ahead. If you do not see the image after about two minutes (on cold days it may take longer for the image to display), there may be something wrong with the system.
Page 153: Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (Urpa)
Notice: When cleaning, be careful not to scratch the HUD or camera lenses. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the HUD lens because the cleaner could leak inside the unit and cause damage. The camera must also be aligned to work correctly. If the camera needs adjustment, see your dealer.
Page 154 The URPA display is located inside the vehicle, above the rear window. It has three color-coded lights that can be seen through the rearview mirror or by turning around. How the System Works URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into REVERSE (R).
Page 155: Accessory Power Outlets
It may also ﬂash red if the ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean. So be sure to keep your rear bumper free of mud, dirt, snow, ice and slush or materials such as paint or the system may not work properly. If after cleaning the rear bumper and driving forward at least 15 mph (25 km/h), the display continues to ﬂash red, see your dealer.
Page 156: Front Ashtray
Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. Follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install.
Page 157: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Dual Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): When this button is pressed and the temperature is set, the system will automatically control the inside temperature, the air delivery mode and the fan speed.
Page 158 Manual Operation MODE : Pressing the MODE switch and changing the mode cancels automatic operation and places the system in manual mode. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. To change the current mode, select one of the following: (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets.
Page 159 PASS TEMP (Passenger’s Temperature): Press this switch to turn the passengers’ climate control systems on. Press this switch to manually increase or decrease the temperature for the front passenger. PASS OFF (Passenger’s Climate Control): Press this button to turn all passenger climate control systems off. If the passenger’s temperature switch is turned off, the driver’s temperature knob will control the temperature for the entire vehicle.
Page 160: Defogging And Defrosting
Sensors The solar sensor on your vehicle monitors the solar radiation and the air inside your vehicle, then uses the information to maintain the selected temperature by initiating needed adjustments to the temperature, the fan speed and the air delivery system. The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun.
Page 161: Rear Window Defogger
FRONT (Defrost): Pressing FRONT directs most of the air to the windshield and the side window outlets, with some air directed to the ﬂoor outlets. In this mode, the system will automatically turn off recirculation and run the air-conditioning compressor, unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing.
Page 162: Rear Climate Control System
Operation Tips • Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the ﬂow of air into your vehicle. • Use of non-GM approved hood deﬂectors may adversely affect the performance of the system. •...
Page 163 OFF: Turn the mode knob located on the rear climate control panel to this position to turn off the airﬂow. If the PASS OFF button located on the main climate control panel is pressed, the rear climate control system will be turned off and the settings selected for the main climate control panel will also be selected for the rear seat passengers.
Page 164: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air ﬁlter traps most of the pollen from the air entering your vehicle. Like your vehicle’s engine air cleaner/ﬁlter, it may need to be changed periodically. For how often to change the passenger compartment air ﬁlter, see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4.
Page 165 2. Then, insert a tool behind the push pin located on the inboard side of the air ﬁlter compartment to carefully pry the pin out. 3. To remove the air ﬁlter, insert a tool between the air ﬁlter and the compartment wall on the outboard side of the vehicle.
Page 166: Steering Wheel Climate Controls
Steering Wheel Climate Controls You can adjust the temperature using the steering wheel controls. The control for the temperature is located on the left side of the steering wheel. TEMP (Temperature): Press the up or down arrow on this control to increase or decrease the temperature.
Page 167: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 168: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, how much fuel you are using and many of the other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 169: Analog Cluster
Analog Cluster United States version shown, Canada similar 3-43...
Page 170: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). You may wonder what happens if a vehicle has to have a new odometer installed.
Page 171: Display Mode
If your vehicle is ﬁrst sold in the United States, the trip odometer will return to zero after 999.9 miles (1 609 km). If your vehicle is ﬁrst sold in Canada, the trip odometer will return to zero after 1,242 miles (1 999 km).
Page 172: Tachometer (Analog Cluster Only)
Tachometer (Analog Cluster Only) This gage indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Notice: If you operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area, your vehicle could be damaged, and the damages would not be covered by your warranty. Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area.
Page 173: Air Bag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG or the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 174: Charging System Light
Charging System Light When you turn the key to ON or START, this light will come on brieﬂy to show that the generator and battery charging systems are working properly. If this light stays on, you need service and you should take your vehicle to the dealer at once.
Page 175: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake does not fully release. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem.
Page 176: Traction Control System (Tcs) Warning Light
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light United States Canada (Analog Only) This warning light should come on brieﬂy when the engine is started. If the warning light does not come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If it stays on, or comes on when you are driving, there may be a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle may need service.
Page 177: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light tells you that your engine has overheated. As a check, the light should come on for a few seconds when you start your engine. If this light comes on and stays on, you should stop your vehicle and turn the engine off as soon as possible.
Page 178: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the shaded area, the engine is too hot. Digital Cluster That reading means the same thing as the warning light – the engine coolant has overheated. See Engine Overheating on page 5-29.
Page 179: If The Light Is Flashing
This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required.
Page 180: If The Light Is On Steady
If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady”...
Page 181: Maintenance Schedule
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light is on or not...
Page 182: Security Light
This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure. The light goes on when you turn your key to ON or START. It goes off once you start your engine. That is a check to be sure the light works. If it does not come on, be sure to have it ﬁxed so it will be there to warn you if something goes wrong.
Page 183: Lights On Reminder
Lights On Reminder United States Canada (Analog Only) This light comes on whenever the parking lamps are on so that you know that your exterior lamps are on. Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever the cruise control system is in use. It will go out when the system is turned off.
Page 184 The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. It works only when the ignition is in ON. Digital Cluster If the fuel supply gets down to about 1.8 gallons (7 L) of fuel remaining in the tank, the FUEL LEVEL LOW message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and a single chime will sound.
Page 185: Fuel Data Display (Digital Cluster Only)
Fuel Data Display (Digital Cluster Only) The fuel data display tells you all you about the fuel economy and how far you can travel with the fuel remaining. The average fuel economy (AVG) display shows the average miles per U.S. gallon. To reset the average fuel economy, press the INFO button until the MPG AVG is displayed on the DIC.
Page 186: Dic Controls And Displays
DIC Controls and Displays The Driver Information Center (DIC) buttons are located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel, near the air outlets. « ª INFO (Information): Pressing this button up or down will display the MILES RANGE (Analog Cluster), MPG AVG, MPG INST, GAL FUEL USED, AVG MPH, TIMER, BATTERY VOLTS, LF-RF-LR-RR TIRE (If Equipped), RPM TACHOMETER (Digital Cluster),...
Page 187 • TIMER: This feature is like a stopwatch, in that you can clock the time it takes to get from one point to another. To operate, press the INFO button to display TIMER. Each of the ﬁelds for the hours, minutes and seconds are two numeric digits.
Page 188: Dic Warnings And Messages
LF-RF-LR-RR TIRE: On vehicles equipped with the tire pressure monitor, this message shows the tire pressure for each tire (left front, right front, left rear and right rear). Pressing the INFO button will scroll through the tire pressure for each of the four tires, such as: •...
Page 189 BATTERY VOLTAGE HIGH – 8: This message shows that the electrical charging system is overcharging (more than 16 volts). To avoid being stranded, have the electrical system checked by your dealership. You can reduce the charging overload by using the accessories. Turn on the lamps and radio, set the climate control on AUTO and the fan speed on HI, and turn the rear window defogger on.
Page 190 CHECK GAS CAP – 61: This message will appear if the gas cap has not been fully tightened. You should recheck your gas cap to ensure that it is on properly. CHECK OIL LEVEL – 36: For correct operation of the low oil sensing system, your vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 191 CAUTION: When the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message is displayed on the Driver Information Center and the tire pressure is low, your vehicle’s handling capabilities will be reduced during severe maneuvers. If you drive too fast, you could lose control of your vehicle. You or others could be injured.
Page 192 ENGINE OVERHEATED, STOP ENGINE – 42: This message will appear when the engine has overheated. Stop and turn the engine off immediately to avoid severe engine damage. See Engine Overheating on page 5-29. A multiple chime will also sound when this message is displayed.
Page 193 SERVICE AIR BAG – 83: There is a problem with the air bag system when this message appears. Let only a qualiﬁed technician work on your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealership immediately. SERVICE CHARGING SYS – 102: This message will display when a problem with the charging system has been detected.
Page 194 SERVICE VEHICLE SOON – 3: This message is displayed when a non-emissions related powertrain malfunction occurs. Have your vehicle serviced by a technician as soon as possible. SPEED LIMIT TO 90 – 113: A failure in the suspension control system has occurred when this message appears. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) determines the speed to which your vehicle is limited.
Page 195: Climate Controls And Radio System Personalization
TRACTION OFF – 89: This message will be displayed after the traction control system has been turned off using the TRAC ON/OFF button on the center console. TRACTION READY – 90: This message informs the driver that the traction control system is available. Pressing the TRAC ON/OFF button on the center console once turns the traction control system off;...
Page 196: Dic Vehicle Personalization
DIC Vehicle Personalization Your vehicle is equipped with personalization capabilities that allows you to program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two people. The number of programmable features varies depending upon which model of the vehicle is purchased. On all vehicles, features such as climate control settings, radio preset settings, exterior lighting at unlock, remote lock and unlock conﬁrmation, and automatic door locks have...
Page 197: Key In Recall Memory
Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 1. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which the vehicle is programmed or to program the vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1.
Page 198: Auto Exit Steering Wheel
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Auto Exit Seat If your vehicle has the optional memory package, you will have this feature.
Page 199: Lights Flash At Unlock
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Lights Flash at Unlock This feature allows the parking lamps to ﬂash twice when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle.
Page 200: Horn Sounds At Lock
Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 1. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which the vehicle is programmed or to program the vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1.
Page 201: Exterior Lights At Unlock
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Exterior Lights at Unlock This feature turns on the exterior lamps when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle.
Page 202: Driver Unlock In Park (P)
Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 1. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which the vehicle is programmed or to program the vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1.
Page 203: Driver Unlock Key Off
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Driver Unlock Key Off This feature allows the driver’s door to automatically unlock when the ignition key is turned to OFF.
Page 204: Doors Unlock Key Off
3. To turn on the feature, press the ON/OFF button until ON appears on the DIC display. To turn it off, press the ON/OFF button until OFF appears on the display. The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.
Page 205: Tire Pressure Display
Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which the vehicle is programmed or to program the vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1.
Page 206: Trip Computer
3. To turn on the feature, press the ON/OFF button until ON appears on the DIC display. To turn it off, press the ON/OFF button until OFF appears on the display. The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.
Page 207: Audio System(S)
The DIC may display a CHANGE ENGINE OIL message. For more information, see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. If you see CHANGE ENGINE OIL, it means the oil life is gone and you should change the oil right away. The system does not check how much oil you have, so you will still have to check for that.
Page 208: Setting The Time For Radios With Radio Data Systems (Rds)
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on the display. Press and hold MN until the correct minute appears on the display. Display the time when the ignition is off by pressing one of these buttons. To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System (RDS) information, press and hold HR and MN at the same time until TIME UPDATED...
Page 209: Playing The Radio
Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease volume. Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to select weather, FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (48 contiguous US states, if equipped).
Page 210 When battery power is removed and later applied, you will not have to reset your radio presets because the radio remembers them. Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) TONE: Press and release this button until the BASS, TREBLE, or MIDRANGE appears on the display. The radio keeps separate tone settings for each band, preset, and source.
Page 211 Radio Display Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, Channels) after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. XM Updating Updating encryption code No XM signal Loss of signal Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) Channel Off Air Channel not in service Channel Unavail...
Page 212 Radio Display Message No CAT Info Category Name not available Not Found No channel available for the chosen category No Information No Text/Informational message available XM Theftlocked Theft lock active XM Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure) Check XM Receiver...
Page 213: Playing A Cd
Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. If the ignition and the radio are on and the underlined CD symbol appears on the display, the CD will begin playing. A CD may be loaded with the radio off but it will not start playing until the radio is on.
Page 214 SCAN: Press this button to listen to tracks for a few seconds. The CD will go to a track, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next track. Press this button again to stop scanning. SOURCE: Press this button to select a CD when listening to the radio.
Page 215: Radio With Cassette And Cd
Radio with Cassette and CD Radio Data System (RDS) Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, your radio can do the following: •...
Page 216 Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease volume. AVC (Automatic Volume Control): With AVC, adjusts automatically to make up for road or wind noise as you drive.
Page 217 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations and associated tone and DSP settings. The RDS PTY mode must be off to set preset stations. You can set up to 36 stations (six weather, six FM1, six FM2, six AM, and six XM1 and six XM2 (48 contiguous US states, if equipped), by performing the following steps:...
Page 218: Using Digital Signal Processing (Dsp)
Using Digital Signal Processing (DSP) DSP: This feature is used to provide a choice of four different listening experiences: talk, front seat, ambience and spacious. DSP can be used while listening to the radio, cassette, CD, or XM™. Press this button to turn DSP on.
Page 219: Rds Messages
SCAN: You can scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following: 1. Press PTY to activate program type select mode. PTY will appear on the display. 2. Press LEVEL to select a PTY. 3. Once the desired PTY is displayed, press SCAN, and the radio will begin scanning the stations in the PTY.
Page 220 MSG (Message): If the current station has a message, MSG will appear on the display. Press the MSG button, to see the message. If the whole message does not appear on the display, parts of the message will appear every three seconds until the message is completed.
Page 221 Radio Display Message Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) Channel Off Air Channel not in service Channel Unavail Channel no longer available No Artist Info Artist Name/Feature not available No Title Info Song/Program Title not available No CAT Info Category Name not available Not Found...
Page 222 Radio Display Message XM Theftlocked Theft lock active XM Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure) Check XM Receiver Hardware failure 3-96 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Condition The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle.
Page 223: Playing A Cassette Tape
Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin that they may not work well in this player. The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right.
Page 224: Cassette Tape Messages
¦ ¥ SEEK : Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for the SEEK arrows to work. Press the up or the down arrow to seek to the next or to the previous selection on the tape. SCAN: Press this button to listen to each selection for a few seconds.
Page 225 Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. If the ignition and the radio are on and the underlined CD symbol appears on the display, the CD will begin playing. A CD may be loaded with the radio off but it will not start playing until the radio is on.
Page 226 ¦ ¥ SEEK : Press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or to the previous track. SIDE: Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio. SCAN: Press this button to listen to each track for a few seconds.
Page 227: Navigation/Radio System
Navigation/Radio System Navigation/Radio Display and Controls Your vehicle may be equipped with an AM-FM radio navigation system that includes digital signal processing (DSP), a radio data system (RDS) with program “type” selections (PTY) that will seek out the kind of music you want to listen to.
Page 228 Once you have loaded the CDs in the magazine, slide open the door of the CD changer. Push the magazine into the changer in the direction of the arrow marked on top of the magazine. 3-102 Close the door by sliding it all the way to the right. When the door is closed, the changer will begin checking for CDs in the magazine.
Page 229 ¦ 1 PREV (Previous) / TUNE SEEK pushbutton or the up arrow to seek to the previous track on the CD. If playing the ﬁrst track of the CD, pressing the pushbutton or the up arrow will seek to the last track of the CD.
Page 230: Radio Personalization With Home And Away Feature
• There may have been a problem while burning the CD. • The label may be caught in the CD player. If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer.
Page 231: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Theft-Deterrent Feature ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio. Your vehicle has a “built in” theft-deterrent feature on each radio that is automatic – there is no programming required. The radio in your vehicle cannot be used in any other vehicle. When the radio was originally installed in your vehicle at the factory, it stored the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN).
Page 232: Radio Reception
Radio Reception The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise.
Page 233: Care Of Your Cds
see if the tape or the tape player is at fault. If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality, clean the tape player. For best results, use a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn.
Page 234: Care Of Your Cd Player
Care of Your CD Player The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism. Diversity Antenna System Your AM-FM antennas are located in the windshield and rear window.
Page 235: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Defensive Driving ...4-2 Drunken Driving ...4-2 Control of a Vehicle ...4-5 Braking ...4-6 Traction Control System (TCS) ...4-9 Continuous Variable Road Sensing Suspension (CVRSS) ...4-10 Steering ...4-11 Off-Road Recovery ...4-13 Passing ...4-13 Loss of Control ...4-15 Driving at Night ...4-16...
Page 236: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 1-7. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.”...
Page 237 Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adult population — choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws.
Page 238 There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks.
Page 239: Control Of A Vehicle
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. Please do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking.
Page 240: Braking
Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That is perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That is reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But that is only an average.
Page 241: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on, and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little.
Page 242: Braking In Emergencies
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly.
Page 243: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Traction Control System (TCS) Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction.
Page 244: Continuous Variable Road Sensing Suspension (Cvrss)
To turn the system off, press the TRAC ON/OFF button located on the center console. (For vehicles with a column shift lever, the button is located at the end of the shift lever.) The TRACTION OFF message will display on the Driver Information Center.
Page 245: Steering
Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering System This system continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds.
Page 246: Steering In Emergencies
Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking.
Page 247: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 248 • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you are following a larger vehicle. Also, you will not have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 249: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, do not give up.
Page 250: Driving At Night
While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration or braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding.
Page 251 • Since you can not see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. • Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. •...
Page 252: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can not stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction is not as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires do not have much tread left, you will get even less traction.
Page 253 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can not, try to slow down before you hit them. CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 254: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you can not avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly.
Page 255: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: •...
Page 256: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. 4-22 The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 257: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted.
Page 258: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 259: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in ﬂat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable.
Page 260 CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill.
Page 261: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles.
Page 262: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You will have a lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 263: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: •...
Page 264: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can not see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.
Page 265: Towing
CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. And, the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment ﬁre or other damage. When you are stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible.
Page 266: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle – such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as “dinghy towing” (towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground) and “dolly towing”...
Page 267: Dolly Towing
Dolly Towing Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow your vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Put the front wheels on the dolly. 2. Put the vehicle in PARK (P). 3. Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 4.
Page 268 Tire and Loading Information Label Example 1 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight 4-34 Example 2 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight The Tire and Loading Information label shows the seating capacity and the total weight your vehicle can properly carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight. If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Information label, Example 1, the label is attached to the center pillar, near the driver’s door latch.
Page 269 The Tire and Loading Information label also gives you the size and recommended inﬂation pressure for the factory-installed, original equipment tires on your vehicle. For more information on tires and inﬂation see Tires on page 5-60 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-68.
Page 270 Example 1 Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 Subtract Occupant Weight @ 150 lbs (68 kg) Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 4-36 Total Item 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 300 lbs (136 kg) 700 lbs (317 kg) Example 2 Loading Your Vehicle Description...
Page 271 Example 3 Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 Subtract Occupant Weight @ 200 lbs (91 kg) Available Cargo Weight Refer to your vehicle’s tire and loading information label for speciﬁc information about your vehicle’s capacity weight and seating positions.
Page 272: Automatic Level Control
If you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Do not carry more than 203 lbs (92 kg) in the trunk. CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR.
Page 273: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer CAUTION: If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even at all.
Page 274: Weight Of The Trailer
7,200 lbs. (3 273 kg). You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232-5169...
Page 275: 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 or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 276: Trailer Brakes
Hitches It is important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you will need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: • The rear bumper on your vehicle is not intended for hitches.
Page 277: Making Turns
During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working. Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns.
Page 278: Driving On Grades
Driving on Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you do not shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On long uphill grades, reduce speed to 45 to 50 mph (70 to 90 km/h) and avoid prolonged use of SECOND (2) gear and engine speeds above 3800 rpm.
Page 279: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: • start your engine • shift into a gear, and • make sure the parking brake has released. 2.
Page 280 NOTES 4-46...
Page 281: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service ...5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...5-4 Fuel ...5-4 Gasoline Octane ...5-4 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ...5-5 California Fuel ...5-5 Additives ...5-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-6 Filling Your Tank ...5-7 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-10 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...5-11...
Page 282 Section 5 If a Tire Goes Flat ...5-78 Changing a Flat Tire ...5-79 Compact Spare Tire ...5-89 Appearance Care ...5-90 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ...5-90 Care of Safety Belts ...5-93 Weatherstrips ...5-93 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ...5-94 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-96 Finish Damage ...5-96 Underbody Maintenance ...5-96...
Page 283: Service
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.
Page 284: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
CAUTION: (Continued) • Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later break or fall off.
Page 285: Gasoline Speciﬁcations
Gasoline Speciﬁcations It is recommended that gasoline meet speciﬁcations which were developed by automobile manufacturers around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel Charter which is available from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers at www.autoalliance.org. Gasoline meeting these speciﬁcations could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline.
Page 286: Additives
Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your emission control system to work properly. You should not have to add anything to your fuel. However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U.S.
Page 287: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your 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 your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle.
Page 288 The fuel door release button is located to the left of the steering wheel next to the exterior lamp control. The button only works when the vehicle is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), when the key is in the ignition and the VALET lockout button is in OFF.
Page 289 CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “hiss”...
Page 290: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: •...
Page 291: Hood Release
Hood Release To lift the hood, use the following steps: 1. Pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. Vehicle without Night Vision shown 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and ﬁnd the secondary hood release lever.
Page 292: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood you will see: 5-12...
Page 293 A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-39. B. Underhood Fuse Block. See “Underhood Fuse Block” under Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-100. C. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap on page 5-28 and Cooling System on page 5-32.
Page 294: Engine Oil
Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears on the instrument cluster, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see “CHECK OIL LEVEL” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-62. You should check your engine oil level regularly;...
Page 295: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, then you will need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use.
Page 296: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM6094M Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. 5-16...
Page 297: Engine Oil Additives
• SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, if it is going to be 0°F (–18°C) or above and SAE 5W-30 is not available, you may use SAE 10W-30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.
Page 298: When To Change Engine Oil
When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life System) Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably.
Page 299: What To Do With Used Oil
What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
Page 300 To inspect or replace the ﬁlter, do the following: 1. Loosen and remove both wing screws on the top of the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter cover. 2. Lift up the outboard side of the cover at an angle while pulling toward you. This is necessary due to the three tabs located on the rear of the cover.
Page 301: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it helps to stop ﬂame if the engine backﬁres. If it is not there and the engine backﬁres, you could be burned.
Page 302: How To Check
How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. Notice: Too much or too little ﬂuid can damage the transaxle.
Page 303 Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: The transaxle ﬂuid cap is located next to the radiator hose and below the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter assembly on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location.
Page 304: How To Add Fluid
How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle 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 305: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is ﬁlled with ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs ﬁrst, if you add ® only DEX-COOL extended life coolant.
Page 306: What To Use
What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and ® one-half DEX-COOL coolant which will not damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you do not need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
Page 307: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The engine coolant surge tank is located toward the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. For more information on location, see Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12. CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Page 308: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
If the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message comes on and stays on, it means you are low on engine coolant. For more information see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-62. Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool.
Page 309: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating You will ﬁnd an ENGINE COOLANT HOT, IDLE ENGINE message or an ENGINE OVERHEATED, STOP ENGINE message displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC). You will also hear a chime. There is also an engine temperature warning light and/or gage on the instrument panel cluster.
Page 310: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get CAUTION: (Continued) 5-30 CAUTION: (Continued)
Page 311: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine An overheat warning, along with a low coolant message, can indicate a serious problem. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-62. If you get an engine overheat warning with no low coolant message, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 312: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans 5-32 CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 313: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank
A low coolant level should be indicated by a CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message on the Driver Information Center. If it is, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 314 If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap —...
Page 315 CAUTION: (Continued) Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch ﬁre and you or others could be burned.
Page 316 2. Then keep turning the cap, but now push down as 3. Then ﬁll the coolant surge tank with the proper you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. mixture to the full cold ﬁll mark on the side of the coolant surge tank. 5-36...
Page 317 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure 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 318: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid The power steering ﬂuid reservoir is located next to the underhood fuse block on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. 5-38 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 319: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a ﬂuid that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Page 320: Brakes
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake ﬂuid level in the reservoir might go down. The ﬁrst is that the brake ﬂuid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 321: Brake Wear
What to Add When you do need brake ﬂuid, use only DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Use new brake ﬂuid from a sealed container only. 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.
Page 322: Battery
Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble. Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes, with or without the vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear.
Page 323 CAUTION: A battery that is not properly vented can let sulfuric acid fumes into the area under the rear seat cushion. These fumes can damage your rear seat safety belt systems. You may not beable to see this damage, and the safety belts might not provide the protection needed in a crash.
Page 324: Jump Starting
Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive you vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative ( ) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
Page 325 Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that would not be covered by your warranty. Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage your vehicle. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system.
Page 326 4. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) and negative ( ) terminal locations on the other vehicle. Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jump starting terminal and a remote negative ( ) jump starting terminal. The remote positive (+) terminal is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of...
Page 327 CAUTION: (Continued) Battery ﬂuid contains acid that can burn you. Do not get it on you. If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin, ﬂush the place with water and get medical help immediately. CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly.
Page 328 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal location of the vehicle with the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative ( ) cable to the negative ( ) terminal location of...
Page 329 Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal.
Page 330: Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal aim indicators. The aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. This is true even though your horizontal aim indicators may not fall exactly on the “0” (zero) marks on their scales.
Page 331: Headlamp Horizontal Aiming
The headlamp aiming devices are under the hood near the headlamps. If you believe your headlamps need horizontal (left/right) adjustment, follow the horizontal aiming procedure. If you believe your headlamps need only vertical (up/down) adjustment, follow only the vertical aiming procedure.
Page 332: Headlamp Vertical Aiming
Headlamp Vertical Aiming Notice: Horizontal aiming must be performed before making any adjustments to the vertical aim. Adjusting the vertical aim ﬁrst will result in an incorrect headlamp aim. 1. Find the aim dot on the lens of the low beam lamps.
Page 333 4. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being aimed. This should allow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the ﬂat surface. Notice: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming.
Page 334: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulb, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-58. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. 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 335 3. Loosen the bolt at the bottom of the headlamp assembly. 4. Use a tool to help pry the headlamp assembly away from the vehicle. 5. Firmly grasp the outboard side of the headlamp assembly with both hands and pull hard enough so that the whole assembly separates from the vehicle.
Page 336 6. Remove the bulb socket dust cover. 7. Turn the headlamp housing socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing. 5-56 8. Pull the old bulb out of the socket. 9. Install the new bulb into the socket. Make sure that the bulb is locked in ﬁrmly.
Page 337: Headlamps
To reinstall the ﬁller panel, do the following: 1. Place the ﬁller panel in the correct location. 2. Reset each push-pin by holding each by the outer circle while pushing up on the pin assembly from below. The center portion of the push-pin should now be above the outer circle.
Page 338: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl)
3. Remove the turn signal lamp housing socket and replace the bulb. 4. Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to reinstall. 5-58 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) It is recommended that this component be replaced as a unit. See your dealer. Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps It is recommended that this component be replaced as a unit.
Page 339: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected each time maintenance is performed. See “Wiper Blade Check” under Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. It is a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-13.
Page 340: 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 GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual.
Page 341 (A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration later in this section for more detail. (B) Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC Spec): Original equipment tires designed to GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have a...
Page 342 (E) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance.
Page 343 (A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be driven at speeds over 65 mph (105 km/h). The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone ﬂat.
Page 344: Tire Size
Tire Size The following illustration shows an example of a typical passenger car tire size. (A) P-Metric Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter “P” as the ﬁrst character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.
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: The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure. There are 6.9 kPa’s to one psi. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles.
Page 347 Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate. Traction: The friction between the tire and the road surface. The amount of grip provided. Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road.
Page 348: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure The Tire and Loading Information label, shows the correct inﬂation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-33 for more information on the Tire and Loading Information label.
Page 349: When To Check
When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Do not forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inﬂated simply by looking at them.
Page 350 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 351: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Anytime you replace one or more tires or rotate your tires, the TPM system will need to be reset. A special tool is needed to reset the sensor identiﬁcation codes. See your dealer for service. Your vehicle was delivered from the factory with aluminum valve stem caps.
Page 352: When It Is Time For New Tires
Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 5-107. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time.
Page 353: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires To ﬁnd out what kind and size of tires your vehicle needs, look at the tire and loading information label. For more information about this label and its location on your vehicle, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-33. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall.
Page 354: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance.
Page 355: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 356: Used Replacement Wheels
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle. CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be...
Page 357: Tire Chains
Tire Chains CAUTION: If your vehicle has P235/55R17 size tires, don’t use tire chains, there’s not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts.
Page 358: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the ﬂat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
Page 359: 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 your hazard warning ﬂashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 360: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is in the trunk. Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside of the tire cover located in your trunk. To gain access to the instructions, spare tire and jacking equipment, do the following: 1.
Page 361: Removing The Wheel Covers
4. Remove the wheel wrench, jack and compact spare tire from the trunk. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-89 for more information about the compact spare tire. The tools you will be using include the jack (A) and the wheel wrench (B).
Page 362 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Do not remove them yet. 5-82...
Page 363 2. Find the jacking location from the diagrams above and corresponding hoisting notches located in the plastic molding. The front location is 8.5 inches (21 cm) from the rear edge of the front wheel well, and the rear location is 3.5 inches (8.5 cm) from the front edge of the rear wheel well.
Page 364 3. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the jack lift head until the jack ﬁts under the vehicle. 4. Raise the jack until the metal ﬂange ﬁts ﬁrmly into the channel of the jack head. 5. Put the compact spare tire near you. 6.
Page 365 CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 9. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. 10. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel.
Page 366 11. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 5-86 12. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. If your vehicle is equipped with wheel nut covers, screw them on with your ﬁngers, then tighten one-quarter turn with the wheel wrench.
Page 367 CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 368: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools
Storing the Flat 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. After you have put the compact spare tire on your vehicle, you will need to store the ﬂat tire in your trunk.
Page 369: Compact Spare Tire
A. Wrench D. Retainer B. Jack E. Compact Spare C. Jack Container Tire Cover Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inﬂated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inﬂation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa).
Page 370: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into ﬂames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space.
Page 371: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Here are some cleaning tips: • Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. • Clean up stains as soon as you can – before they set. • Carefully scrape off any excess stain. • Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often.
Page 372: Cleaning Vinyl
Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. • Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do this more than once. • Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and vinyl cleaner.
Page 373: Cleaning The Speaker Covers
Cleaning the Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker won’t be damaged. Clean spots with just water and mild soap. Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust ﬁlms on interior glass.
Page 374: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint ﬁnish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.
Page 375: Cleaning Aluminum Or Chrome-Plated Wheels
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s ﬁnish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible.
Page 376: Cleaning Tires
Cleaning Tires To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint ﬁnish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle.
Page 377: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the following products. Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Tar and Road Oil Removes tar, road oil and Remover asphalt. Chrome Cleaner and Use on chrome or Polish stainless steel.
Page 378: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description Medium foaming shampoo. Cleans and Wash Wax Concentrate lightly waxes. Biodegradable and phosphate free. Quickly and easily removes spots and stains Spot Lifter from carpets, vinyl and cloth upholstery. Odorless spray odor eliminator used on Odor Eliminator fabrics, vinyl, leather and carpet.
Page 379: Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label
Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You will ﬁnd this label on the under side of the spare tire cover in the trunk. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: • your VIN, • the model designation, •...
Page 380: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of ﬁres caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
Page 381 Fuses Usage Assembly Line Diagnostic Work Accessory Windshield Wipers Not Used Headlamp Low Beam Left Headlamp Low Beam Right Instrument Panel Powertrain Control Module Battery Headlamp High Beam Right Headlamp High Beam Left Ignition 1 Fog Lamps Transmission Fuses Usage Cruise Control Coil Module Injector Bank #2...
Page 382: Removing The Rear Seat Cushion
Relays Headlamp High Beam Headlamp Low Beam Fog Lamps Daytime Running Lamps Horn Air Conditioner Clutch Not Used Accessory Not Used Starter 1 Cooling Fan 1 Ignition 1 Cooling Fan Series/Parallel Cooling Fan 2 Circuit Breakers Starter The spare fuses are located in numbers 48 through 52. The fuse puller is located in number 53.
Page 383 To reinstall the rear seat cushion, do the following: CAUTION: A safety belt that isn’t properly routed through the seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safetybelt hasn’t been routed through the seat cushion at all, it won’t be there to work for the next passenger.
Page 384: Rear Underseat Fuse Block
1. Buckle the center passenger position safety belt, then route the safety belts through the proper slots in the seat cushion. Do not let the safety belts get twisted. 2. Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the seatback so the rear-locating guides hook into the wire loops on the back frame.
Page 385 Fuses Usage Fuel Pump Heater, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Battery Memory Seat, Tilt and Telescoping Steering RR Lumbar, Antenna Driver Door Module Heated Seat Left Rear Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering Supplemental Inﬂation Restraint SDAR (XM™ Satellite Radio) Lamps Park Right Fuel Tank Ventilation Solenoid Fuses Usage...
Page 386 Fuses Ignition 3 Rear Antilock Braking System Heated Seat, Right Front Heated Seat, Right Rear Dimmer Park Brake Rear Defog HVAC Blower Audio Ampliﬁer ELC Compressor/Exhaust Cigar Lighter Not Used Relays Fuel Pump Parking Lamps Ignition 1 Park Brake A Park Brake B Park Shift Interlock Reverse Lamps...
Page 387: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 for more information. Engine 4.6 L DOHC V8 4.6 L DOHC V8 Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Use Refrigerant Oil, R134a Systems Cooling System Engine Oil with Filter...
Page 388 NOTES 5-108...
Page 389 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ...6-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 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 390: 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 your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts and recommended ﬂuids and...
Page 391: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 392: Scheduled Maintenance
Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 tells you what should be checked, when to check it and what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. The proper replacement parts, ﬂuids and lubricants to use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 and Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-13.
Page 393 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil on page 5-14. 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 5-19.
Page 394: 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 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components.
Page 395: Maintenance Footnotes
Additional Required Services (cont’d) Service Engine cooling system service (or every 5 years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. Maintenance Footnotes † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to...
Page 396 (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 397: Owner Checks And Services
Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you with these checks and services. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Page 398: 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 you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle.
Page 399 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. • The key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). •...
Page 400: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines Engine Oil starburst symbol.
Page 401: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Element Engine Oil Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element Spark Plugs Windshield Wiper Blade (Shepherd’s Hook Type) 22 inches (56.5 cm) GM Part Number AC Delco...
Page 402: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing 6-14...
Page 403: 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 in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages.
Page 404 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-16...
Page 405: Customer Assistance And Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2 Online Owner Center ...7-3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ...7-4 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ...7-5 Roadside Service ...7-6 Courtesy Transportation ...7-7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records ...7-9 Customer Assistance and Information...
Page 406: Customer Assistance And Information
Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 407: Online Owner Center
STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should ﬁle with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have.
Page 408: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-CMCC (2622).
Page 409: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With
Canada – Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-882-1112 Overseas – Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S.
Page 410: Roadside Service
1-800-882-1112, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This service is provided at no charge for any warranty-covered situation and for a nominal charge if the Cadillac is no longer under warranty. Roadside Service is available only in the United States and Canada.
Page 411: Plan Ahead When Possible
Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Cadillac helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,...
Page 412: Additional Program Information
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement (ﬁve days maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses (ﬁve day maximum) may be available.
Page 413: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Records
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations.
Page 414: Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors.
Page 415: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-458-8006, or write: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232-5169 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 416: Current And Past Model Order Forms
Owner’s Information Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. Owner’s Manual RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles.
Page 417 Accessory Power Outlets ... 3-29 Adding Washer Fluid ... 5-39 Additional Program Information ... 7-8 Additives, Fuel ... 5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ... 5-99 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) ... 3-84, 3-91 Air Bag Readiness Light ... 3-47 Air Bag Systems ... 1-47 How Does an Air Bag Restrain? ...
Page 418 Headlamps ... 5-54 Replacement Bulbs ... 5-58 Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps ... 5-58 Buying New Tires ... 5-73 Cadillac Owner Privileges™ ... 7-6 California Fuel ... 5-5 Canada – Customer Assistance ... 7-5 Canadian Owners ... ii Capacities and Speciﬁcations ... 5-107 Carbon Monoxide ...
Page 419 Cellular Telephone, Storage Area ... 2-52 Center Console Storage Area ... 2-53 Center Flex Storage Unit ... 2-53 Center Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ... 1-20 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ... 5-58 Chains, Tires ... 5-77 Charging System Light ... 3-48 Check Engine Light ...
Page 420 Console Shift Lever ... 2-37 Continuous Variable Road Sensing Suspension (CVRSS) ... 4-10 Control of a Vehicle ... 4-5 Convenience Net ... 2-55 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ... 3-51 Engine Temperature Warning Light ... 3-51 Heater, Engine ... 2-28 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ... 5-28 Cooled Seats ...
Page 421 Driver Information Center (DIC) (cont.) DIC Vehicle Personalization ... 3-70 DIC Warnings and Messages ... 3-62 Driver Unlock in PARK (P) ... 3-76 Driver Unlock Key Off ... 3-77 Driver’s Name Set/Recall ... 3-80 Driving At Night ... 4-16 City ... 4-21 Defensive ...
Page 422 Express-Up Window ... 2-17 Extender, Safety Belt ... 1-27 Exterior Lamps ... 3-16 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ... 3-21 Exterior Lights at Unlock ... 3-75 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ... 5-19 Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station (XM™ Only) ... 3-84, 3-92 Finding a Station ...
Page 423 Glovebox-Mounted CD Changer ... 3-101 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ... 7-5 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 3-6 Headlamp Aiming ... 5-50 Horizontal Aiming ... 5-51 Vertical Aiming ... 5-52 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ... 3-10 Headlamp Wiring ... 5-99 Headlamps ...
Page 424 Instrument Panel Brightness ... 3-22 Interior Lamps ... 3-22 Jump Starting ... 5-44 Key in Recall Memory ... 3-71 Keyless Entry System ... 2-5 Keys ... 2-3 Lamps Exterior ... 3-16 Interior ... 3-22 Lamps on Reminder ... 3-17 Lap Belt ... 1-20 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...
Page 425 Locks (cont.) Programmable Automatic Door Locks ... 2-10 Rear Door Security Locks ... 2-11 Loss of Control ... 4-15 Lumbar Massaging Controls ... 1-3 Power Controls ... 1-2 Lumbar Controls, Rear Power ... 1-7 Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering System ... 4-11 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...
Page 426 Navigation/Radio System ... 3-101 New Vehicle Break-In ... 2-25 Night Vision System ... 3-24 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... 6-13 Odometer ... 3-44 Odometer, Trip ... 3-44 Off-Road Recovery ... 4-13 Engine ... 5-14 Life Indicator ... 3-80 Pressure Light ... 3-55 Older Children, Restraints ...
Page 427 Playing a Cassette Tape ... 3-97 Playing a CD ... 3-87, 3-99 Playing the Radio ... 3-83, 3-90 Power Accessory Outlets ... 3-29 Door Locks ... 2-10 Electrical System ... 5-99 Lumbar Controls ... 1-2 Rear Lumbar Controls ... 1-7 Seat ...
Page 428 Rear Window Defogger ... 3-35 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with ® OnStar ... 2-41 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with ® OnStar and Compass ... 2-42 Reclining Seatbacks ... 1-5 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ... 6-12 Recreational Vehicle Towing ... 4-32 Remote Keyless Entry System ...
Page 429 Safety Belts (cont.) Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ... 1-19 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ... 1-7 Safety Chains ... 4-42 Safety Warnings and Symbols ... iii Scheduled Maintenance ... 6-4 Seats Heated and Cooled Seats ... 1-4 Heated Seats ... 1-3 Massaging Lumbar ...
Page 430 Storage Areas (cont.) Convenience Net ... 2-55 Front Storage Area ... 2-52 Full Floor Console Storage Area ... 2-53 Glove Box ... 2-52 Instrument Panel Storage Area ... 2-52 Map Pocket ... 2-54 Rear Storage Area ... 2-55 Rear Storage Door Trim Armrest ... 2-55 Umbrella Holder ...
Page 431 Traction (cont.) Control System (TCS) ... 4-9 Control System Warning Light ... 3-50 Trailer Brakes ... 4-42 Transaxle Fluid, Automatic ... 5-21 Transaxle Operation, Automatic ... 2-29 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual ... 7-11 Transportation Options ... 7-7 Trip Computer Oil Life Indicator ...
Page 432 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ... 3-41 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages ... 3-62 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 3-6 Other Warning Devices ... 3-7 Safety and Symbols ... iii Vehicle Damage ... iv Washing Your Vehicle ... 5-94 Weather Band ... 3-106 Weight of the Trailer ...

Cadillac 2004 DeVille Owner's Manual

Section 2 Features and Controls

Features and Controls

Doors and Locks

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Onstar System

Homelink Transmitter

Storage Areas

Sunroof

Vehicle Personalization

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Trip Computer

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Quick Links

Chapters

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