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Page 109: Table Of Contents
..........3-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System .
Page 110 ..... . . 3-40 Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) ........3-40 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) .
Page 111 Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
Page 112: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8 20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and RSS-210/211 of Industry Canada. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
Page 113 Press to lock all the doors. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parking lamps may flash once to indicate locking has occurred. The horn may chirp when is pressed again within five seconds. See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 4 79 for additional information.
Page 114: Operation
Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to the vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be programmed.
Page 115: Remote Vehicle Start
The remote vehicle starting feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle. It also starts up the vehicle's automatic climate control system. When the remote start system is active, the climate control system will heat and cool the inside of the vehicle according to the previous settings of the system before turning the vehicle off.
Page 116 After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insert and turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done. To manually shut off a remote start: Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press the remote start button until the parking lamps...
Page 117: Door Locks
Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked.
Page 118: Rear Door Security Locks
The vehicle has a central door unlocking mode. When unlocking the driver door, the other doors can be unlocked at the same time by turning the key clockwise in the door lock cylinder twice. With power door locks, the switches on the front doors can be used to lock and unlock the vehicle.
Page 119: Lockout Protection
To assist in finding the lock, the vehicle has the following: To use the lock: 1. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the horizontal position. 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same for the other rear door. To open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the following: 1.
Page 120: Trunk
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Page 121 There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk near the latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside. The vehicle has a small door in the rear seat. This door allows access to the trunk from inside the vehicle.
Page 122 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 123: Power Windows
Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
Page 124 Windows with the express feature allow the windows to be raised and lowered all the way without holding the switch. Press or pull the switch fully and release it to activate the express feature. The express mode can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing or pulling the switch.
Page 125 If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged, disconnected, or is not working, you will need to reprogram each front power window for the express-up feature to work. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery. To program each front window, follow these steps: 1.
Page 126: Valet Lockout Switch
If your vehicle has a rear power sunshade, it helps to reduce the amount of heat and light entering the rear window. The switch is located on the overhead console. The rear power sunshade is located in the rear shelf. It only works while the ignition is on or while the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
Page 127 Press this side of the button to turn the lockout feature on. When the lockout feature is turned on, the trunk cannot be unlocked with the keyless entry transmitter or the trunk release button located near the headlamp switch on the instrument panel. If the valet lockout feature is on it will also disable the Universal Home Remote transmitter, if equipped.
Page 128: Content Theft-Deterrent
The theft-deterrent system will not arm if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock. It arms only if you use a power door lock with the door open or the RKE transmitter. To avoid arming the alarm by accident: Lock the vehicle with the door key or the manual door lock.
Page 129 See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8 20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and RSS-210/211 of Industry Canada. ® Your vehicle has PASS-Key III+ (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. ® PASS-Key III+ is a passive theft-deterrent system. The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition.
Page 130 See your dealer or a locksmith who can service ® PASS-Key III+ to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system. To program the new key: 1. Verify that the new key has a 2.
Page 131 The ignition switch has four different positions: In order to shift out of P (Park), ignition must be in the ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY and the brake pedal must be applied. This is the only position in which the ignition key can be inserted or removed. This position locks the ignition and transmission and steering column.
Page 132 This position is where the key returns to after the vehicle is started. This position displays some of the warning and indicator lights. The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position with the engine off.
Page 133 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will slow down as the engine warms. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts.
Page 134: Engine Coolant Heater
The engine coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up in cold weather conditions at or below 0°F ( 18°C). Vehicles with an engine coolant heater should be plugged in at least four hours before starting. 1.
Page 135 The automatic transmission may have a shift lever located either on the steering column or on the console between the seats. There are several different positions for the shift lever. This position locks the front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily.
Page 136 Use this gear to back up. Also use this gear to rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging the transmission. See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 5 17 for additional information.
Page 137: Operation
D (Drive) can be used for towing. You may want to shift the transmission to 3 (Third) or, if necessary, to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and/or hilly conditions. See Towing a Trailer on page 5 26 for more information.
Page 138: Parking Brake
The parking brake pedal is located to the left of the regular brake pedal, near the driver door. To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down, then push the parking brake pedal down. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster should come on.
Page 139 It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 140: Shifting Into Park
It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running. The vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire.
Page 141 If the console shift cannot be moved out of P (Park) 1. Apply the regular brakes. 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY position. See Ignition Positions on page 3 23 for more information. 3. Push the shift lever all the way into P (Park). 4.
Page 142: Engine Exhaust
Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation (parking garages, tunnels, deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes).
Page 143 It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled.
Page 144: Compass
The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror with a compass display. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is started. Press and hold for about three seconds to turn the dimming feature and compass display on...
Page 145 The compass is set to zone eight. If you do not live in zone eight or drive out of the area, the compass variance needs to be changed to the appropriate zone. To adjust for compass variance: 1. Find the current location and variance zone number on the following zone map.
Page 146 1. Press (C) to unfold the mirrors out to the driving position. 2. Press (D) to fold the mirrors toward the vehicle. Reset the power foldaway mirrors if: The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding. They are accidentally manually folded/unfolded. The mirrors do not stay in the unfolded position.
Page 147: Park Tilt Mirrors
If your vehicle is equipped with memory mirrors, it is capable of performing the park tilt mirror feature. This feature allows the driver and passenger side mirror to tilt to a factory programmed position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This feature may be useful in allowing you to view the curb when you are parallel parking.
Page 148 For vehicles with the Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) system, it operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5mph), and assists the driver with parking and avoiding objects. It can determine how close objects are to the front bumper, up to 1.2 m (4 ft.) in front of the vehicle and the rear bumper, up to 2.5 m (8 ft.) behind the vehicle.
Page 149 The front display is located on top of the instrument panel to the right of the driver. The front display will have either three or six lights to provide distance and system information. With Adaptive Cruise control (ACC), it will have three lights along with the ACC lights. Without ACC, it will have six lights.
Page 150 When the vehicle is started, the front display will briefly illuminate to let you know the system is working. The following describes what will occur with the front display as you get closer to a object detected in the front of the vehicle: amber/amber lights one amber light four amber lights...
Page 151: Side Blind Zone Alert (Sbza)
If the URPA system will not activate due to a temporary condition, the message PARK ASSIST OFF will be displayed on the DIC and a red light will be shown on the rear URPA display when the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse).
Page 152 SBZA display, check the outside and rearview mirrors, look over your shoulder for vehicles and hazards, and use the turn signal. The SBZA sensor covers a zone of approximately one lane over from both sides of the vehicle, 3.5 m (11 ft). This zone starts at each side mirror and goes back approximately 5 m (16 ft).
Page 153 SBZA can be disabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4 61 for more information. If the SBZA is disabled by the driver, the SBZA mirror displays will not light up during normal driving. Occasional missed alerts can occur under normal circumstances and will increase in wet conditions.
Page 154: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw)
message appears, both SBZA displays will remain on indicating there is a problem with the SBZA system. If these displays remain on after continued driving, the system needs service. Take the vehicle to your dealer. See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8 20 for FCC information.
Page 155 LDW will indicate the system is working whenever it detects either the left or right lane marking. So if you depart on the side of the lane that LDW is not detecting, LDW will not warn you. If you do not carefully maintain your vehicle position within the lane, vehicle damage, injury, or death could occur.
Page 156 This symbol will change to amber and flash and three beeps will sound if you cross a detected lane marking without using the turn signal. If the LDW symbol does not appear, LDW is not currently operating and will not warn you. To change the volume of the warning chime, see Chime Volume under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 4 79 for more information.
Page 157 This vehicle may have the Universal Home Remote System. If there are three round Light Emitting Diode (LED) indicator lights above the Universal Home Remote buttons, follow the instructions below. This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices.
Page 158 For questions or help programming the Universal Home Remote System, call 1-866-572-2728 or go to learcar2u.com. Most garage door openers sold after 1996 are Rolling Code units. Programming a garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions, so read the entire procedure before starting.
Page 159 3. Immediately return to the vehicle. Press and hold the Universal Home Remote button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, should slowly blink. This button may need to be held for up to 20 seconds.
Page 160 To program up to three devices: 1. To verify that the garage door opener is a Fixed Code unit, remove the battery cover on the hand held transmitter supplied by the manufacturer of the garage door opener motor. If there are a row of dip switches similar to the graphic above, the garage door opener is a Fixed Code unit.
Page 161 The panel of switches might not appear exactly as they do in the examples above, but they should be similar. The switch positions on the hand-held transmitter could be labeled, as follows: A switch in the up position could be labeled as Up, +, or On.
Page 162 4. The indicator lights will blink slowly. Enter each switch setting from Step 2 into your vehicle's Universal Home Remote. You will have two and one-half minutes to complete Step 4. Now press one button on the Universal Home Remote for each switch setting as follows: If you wrote Left, press the left button in the vehicle.
Page 163: Cupholders
Any of the three buttons can be reprogrammed by repeating the instructions. The programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends. To erase either Rolling Code or Fixed Code on the Universal Home Remote device: 1.
Page 164: Center Flex Storage Unit
To access the front storage area, push down and then release. Push up and forward to remove. If the vehicle has a full floor console it has two storage areas. Lift the left lever located in the front of the armrest lid to access the upper storage tray.
Page 165: Rear Seat Armrest
The driver's side floor mat is held in place by two hooks. Remove the floor mat by pulling up on the rear of the mat to disconnect it from the hooks. Reinstall the floor mat by lining up the openings in the floor mat over the hooks and push it down into place.
Page 166 The express open feature will operate from the closed or partially open position. To express open the power sunroof, fully press the driver side switch rearward once. To stop the sunroof glass in a desired position other than to the express-open position, press the switch again, in either direction, to stop the movement.
Page 167 ......4-3 Hazard Warning Flashers ..... . . 4-3 Horn .
Page 168 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ......... 4-52 ®...
Page 169 Press this button located on the instrument panel, to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press again to turn the flashers off. Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn.
Page 170 If the vehicle has this feature, the power tilt and telescope wheel control is located on the outboard side of the steering column. Press the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down. Press the control forward or rearward and the steering wheel moves toward the front or rear of the vehicle.
Page 171 The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: Turn and Lane-Change Signals Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Flash-To-Pass Feature. Information for these features is on the pages following. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Page 172 If the turn signal is left on, a warning chime sounds and the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display TURN SIGNAL ON after driving about a mile as a reminder to turn it off. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 66. Push forward to change the headlamps from low beam to high.
Page 173 Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. The Forward Collision Alert (FCA) system provides an audible and visual alert if you approach a vehicle too quickly that is directly ahead. FCA also provides a visual alert with no audible alert if you are following another vehicle much too closely.
Page 174 To enable or disable FCA, press the Adaptive Cruise Control button. See Adaptive Cruise Control on page 4 14. FCA is enabled when the green light on the button is lit. FCA is disabled when the indicator light is amber. On winding roads, FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead.
Page 175 The alert symbol will flash when: Your vehicle is approaching another vehicle too quickly. Your vehicle is following a vehicle ahead of you much too closely. See Defensive Driving on page 5 2 for more information. The vehicle ahead symbol, located next to the FCA symbol, will only appear when a vehicle ahead of you is detected in your path.
Page 176 There are three messages that may appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC). They are CLEAN RADAR, RADAR CRUISE NOT READY and SERVICE RADAR CRUISE. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 66. The radar can become blocked by snow, ice, or dirt. If so, you may need to turn off the engine and clean the lens.
Page 177 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. Press and release this paddle, located at the top of the turn signal/multifunction lever, to spray washer fluid on the windshield.
Page 178 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 179 The vehicle returns to and stays at the preset speed. If you press and hold the +RES button, the vehicle speed increases until the button is released or the brake is applied. Do not hold in the +RES button, if you do not want the vehicle speed to increase.
Page 180 shift to a lower gear due to the grade of the downhill slope, you might not want to attempt to use the cruise control feature. To turn off the cruise control, step lightly on the brake pedal, or press the cancel button on the steering wheel. The cruise control set speed memory is erased when the cruise control or the ignition is turned off.
Page 181 Adaptive Cruise Control will not apply hard braking or bring the vehicle to a complete stop. It will not respond to stopped vehicles, pedestrians or animals. When you are approaching a vehicle or object, Adaptive Cruise Control may not have time to slow your vehicle enough to avoid a collision.
Page 182: Press The Button
The ACCs are located on the steering wheel. The cruise control buttons are located on left side of the steering wheel. Press to turn the system on. Press to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or to increase the set speed when ACC is already active.
Page 183 Once ACC is set, it may immediately apply the brakes if it detects a vehicle ahead is too close or moving slower than your vehicle. The on symbol is located on the display at the top of the instrument panel to the right of the driver. When the on symbol is lit on the display, it indicates that ACC is active.
Page 184 Press the SET button until you reach the lower speed desired, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, briefly press the SET button. Each time this is done, the set speed decreases by 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. Suppose the ACC is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied.
Page 185 The ACC alert symbol is located on the display at the top of the instrument panel to the right of the driver. The alert symbol flashes and a warning beep sounds when driver action may be required. If ACC is engaged, the alert symbol will flash when: ACC cannot apply sufficient braking because you are approaching a vehicle too rapidly.
Page 186 The vehicle ahead symbol is located on the top of the instrument panel to the right of the driver. The vehicle ahead symbol only appears when a vehicle is detected in your path. If this symbol does not appear, or disappears briefly, ACC will not respond to vehicles you may see ahead.
Page 187 Adaptive Cruise Control may not detect and react to stationary or slow moving vehicles or other objects ahead of you. You could crash into an object ahead of you. Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control when approaching stationary or slow moving vehicles or other objects. Adaptive Cruise Control may not detect and react to stationary or slow-moving vehicles or other objects ahead of you.
Page 188 Due to Adaptive Cruise Control limitations in curves, it may respond to a vehicle in another lane, or may not have time to react to a vehicle in your lane. You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you, or lose control of your vehicle. Give extra attention in curves and be ready to use the brakes if necessary.
Page 189 ACC may detect a vehicle that is not in your lane and apply the brakes. ACC may, occasionally, provide a driver alert and/or braking that you consider unnecessary. It could respond to signs, guardrails, and other stationary objects when entering or exiting a curve. This is normal operation. Your vehicle does not need service.
Page 190 How well ACC will work on hills and when towing a trailer depends on your vehicle's speed, vehicle load, traffic conditions and the steepness of the hills. It may not detect a vehicle in your lane while driving on hills. When going up steep hills, you may want to use the accelerator pedal to maintain your vehicle's speed.
Page 191 The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. It controls the following systems: Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Fog Lamps The exterior lamps control has four positions: Turns off the exterior lamps except for Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
Page 192 For vehicles with this feature, be sure to read this entire section before using it. IntelliBeam is an enhancement to the vehicle's headlamp system. Using a digital light sensor on the rearview mirror, this system turns the vehicle's high-beam headlamps on and off according to surrounding traffic conditions.
Page 193 The exterior lamp control is turned to any setting except AUTO. When this occurs, IntelliBeam is disabled until the control is turned back to the AUTO position. The IntelliBeam system is turned off at the inside rearview mirror. IntelliBeam might not turn off the high-beams if the system cannot detect other vehicle's lamps because of any of the following: The other vehicle's lamp(s) are missing, damaged,...
Page 194 The light sensor is located on the inside of the vehicle in front of the inside rearview mirror. Clean the light sensor window, periodically, using glass cleaner on a soft cloth. Gently wipe the sensor window. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the surface of the sensor window.
Page 195 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. The DRL system makes the turn signal lamps come on when the following conditions are met: It is still daylight and the ignition is on.
Page 196 The fog lamps button is on the exterior lamps control to the left of the steering column. Press the exterior lamps button to turn the fog lamps on or off. A light comes on in the instrument panel cluster when the fog lamps are in use.
Page 197 The courtesy lamps are located on the headliner above the rear seat. These lamps come on by turning the instrument panel brightness knob fully clockwise or when any door is opened and it is dark outside. Puddle lamps are located on the bottom of the front and rear door trim.
Page 198 For vehicles with footwell lamps, they are located under the instrument panel and at the rear of the front seats. These lamps provide soft light to the front and rear floor areas. They dim with the instrument panel cluster lights. Footwell lighting brightness can be adjusted with the instrument panel brightness control located below the exterior lamps control.
Page 199 The battery can be discharged at idle if the electrical loads are very high. This is true for all vehicles. This is because the generator (alternator) may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads.
Page 200: Center Console Storage
The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cellular telephone. If the vehicle has a center console, the power outlet is located inside the lower storage area. Some vehicles may have an outlet on the right front lower part of the driver's seat and under the climate control system next to the ashtray.
Page 201 With the full floor console, the ashtray is located below the climate control system. To open, push down and then release the cover. To clean the ashtray, push the lip of the ashtray to remove it. Push the opposite side of the ashtray's lip to install.
Page 202 The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. 4-36 A. Fan Control F. Outside Air or AUX B. Display G. Recirculation C. Air Delivery Mode H. PASS (Passenger Control D. Driver and Passenger I. Rear Window Defogger Temperature Controls E.
Page 203 When this position is selected on the fan control, the system adjusts the fan ® speed. If the OnStar system is activated when this position is selected, the climate control fan speed will lower. 1. Turn the fan control to the AUTO position. 2.
Page 204 Turns the entire climate control system off. Outside air still enters the vehicle and is directed to the floor. The airflow direction and temperature can be adjusted, as indicated below. If the temperature is adjusted while the system is off, the display will light to show the current settings.
Page 205 This mode clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield and side window outlets. When selected, the system automatically turns off recirculation and runs the air conditioning compressor, unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing. Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defrost mode.
Page 206 If the PASS button is pressed to turn the passenger temperature setting off, the driver's temperature knob will control the temperature for the entire vehicle. The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off.
Page 207 There is also an interior temperature sensor located next to the steering wheel that measures the temperature of the air inside the vehicle. There is also an exterior temperature sensor located behind the front grille. This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle.
Page 208 For vehicles with a rear climate control system, the rear seat passengers can adjust the direction of the airflow, fan speed and temperature for the rear seating area. This system also works with the main climate control system in the vehicle. The rear climate control system is located on the back of the center console.
Page 209 If in auto fan mode, pressing the up arrow button will cancel automatic operation and places the system in manual mode. If in auto mode, pressing the down arrow will turn the rear climate control system off. AUTO appears on the display to place the system in automatic mode.
Page 210 To access the passenger compartment air filter: 1. Use a tool to remove the cover. If the vehicle has tabs that allow the cover to be unlatched with your fingers, a tool will not be needed for this step. 4-44 2.
Page 211 3. To remove the air filter, insert a tool between the air filter and the compartment wall on the outboard side of the vehicle. Then, push in to flatten the pin holding the air filter in place. Gently remove the air filter and any loose debris that may be inside the air filter compartment.
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Page 213 The speedometer shows the speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). See MPH (km) under DIC Operation and Displays on page 4 61 for more information. The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running. The vehicle's odometer works together with the driver information center.
Page 214 When the engine is started, a chime sounds for several seconds to remind a driver to fasten the safety belt, unless the driver safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light comes on and stays on for several seconds, then flashes for several more.
Page 215 If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash.
Page 216 If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag are enabled (may inflate). If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal and seat mounted side impact airbag.
Page 217 The vehicle's hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop the vehicle. For good braking both parts need to be working. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected right away.
Page 218 For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System (ABS), this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the ABS light stays on, turn the ignition off.
Page 219 For vehicles with the StabiliTrak light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the light comes on and stays on while driving, there could be a problem with the StabiliTrak vehicle might need service.
Page 220 The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on when the engine is very hot. This light also comes on briefly when the vehicle is started. If the light does not go out or comes on and stays on while driving, there may be a problem with the cooling system.
Page 221 For vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system, this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. It provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System. This indicates that one or more of the tires is significantly underinflated.
Page 222 If the check engine light comes on and stays on, while the engine is running, this indicates that there is an OBD II problem and service is required. Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle.
Page 223 An emission control system malfunction has been detected on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. An emission system malfunction might be corrected by doing the following: Make sure the fuel cap is fully installed. See Filling the Tank on page 6 8. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Page 224 Some state/provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on the vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things to know to help the vehicle pass an inspection: The vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on with the engine running,...
Page 225 If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem. For information regarding this light and the vehicle's security system, see Content Theft-Deterrent on page 3 19.
Page 226 This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 4 6 for more information. The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. It works only when the engine is on.
Page 227 The Driver Information Center (DIC) gives you the status of many of your vehicle's systems. The DIC is also used to display warning/status messages. All messages will appear in the DIC display located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster, below the tachometer and speedometer.
Page 228 Press this button to reset certain DIC features and to acknowledge DIC warning messages and clear them from the DIC display. Press this button to scroll up and down the menu items. The following display menu items can be displayed by pressing the trip/fuel button: These displays show the current distance traveled since the last reset for each trip odometer in either kilometers (km) or miles (mi).
Page 229 This display shows the current fuel economy in either liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number reflects only the fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and will change frequently as driving conditions change. Unlike average economy, this display cannot be reset.
Page 230 The following display menu items can be displayed by pressing the vehicle information button: If the vehicle has this display, it shows the estimated oil life remaining. If you see 99% OIL LIFE REMAINING on the display, that means that 99% of the current oil life remains.
Page 231 If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this display allows the system to be turned on or off. Once in this display, press the set/reset button to select between ON or OFF. If you choose ON, the system will be turned on.
Page 232 This display allows you to match Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters to your vehicle. This procedure will erase all previously learned transmitters. Therefore, they must be relearned as additional transmitters. To match an RKE transmitter to your vehicle: 1. Press the vehicle information button until PRESS TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays.
Page 233 This message displays when the automatic headlamps are turned on. See Exterior Lamps on page 4 25 for more information. This message displays when the system detects that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable level. The battery saver system starts reducing certain features of the vehicle that you may be able to notice.
Page 234 This message displays when the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system and the Forward Collision Alert (FCA) system are disabled because the radar is blocked and cannot detect vehicles in your path. It may also activate during heavy rain or due to road spray. To clean the system, see Cleaning the System under Adaptive Cruise Control on page 4 14.
Page 235 This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down. See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 4 54. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 6 32 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency.
Page 236 This symbol appears with this message. If your vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), this message displays to show the follow distance that has been set. There are six follow distances to choose from. Each follow distance is shown on the DIC by displaying from one to six bars between two car symbols.
Page 237 This message displays when the outside temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly. If your vehicle has the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system, this message may display if the LDW system does not activate due to a temporary condition. See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 3 46 for more information.
Page 238 A multiple chime sounds when this message is displayed. See Engine Oil on page 6 15 for more information. Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage can result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer as soon as possible when this message is displayed.
Page 239 This message displays while you are matching a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to your vehicle. See Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 3 4 and DIC Operation and Displays on page 4 61 for more information. This message displays when the battery in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter needs to be replaced.
Page 240 This message displays if there is a problem with the brake system. The brake system warning light and the antilock brake system warning light may also be displayed on the instrument panel cluster. See Brake System Warning Light on page 4 51 and Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light on page 4 52 for more information.
Page 241 If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system and this message displays, both SBZA displays will remain on indicating there is a problem with the SBZA system. If these displays remain on after continued driving, the system needs service. See your dealer.
Page 242 This message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System (TCS). When this message is displayed, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. See your dealer for service. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 5 6 for more information.
Page 243 This message displays when the Speed Alert has been turned on through the DIC Information Menu and the vehicle is at or above the speed limit. See DIC Operation and Displays on page 4 61 for more information. This message displays when your vehicle speed is limited to 128 km/h (80 mph) because the vehicle detects a problem in the speed variable assist steering, magnetic ride control, or automatic leveling control...
Page 244 This message displays when the fuel cap has not been fully tightened. Recheck the fuel cap to ensure that it is on and tightened properly. This message displays when the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) is re-learning the tire positions on your vehicle.
Page 245 This message displays as a reminder to turn off the turn signal if you drive your vehicle for more than about 1 mile (1.6 km) with a turn signal on. A multiple chime sounds when this message is displayed. This symbol appears with this message.
Page 246 To change customization preferences, use the following procedure. 1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in P (Park). To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off. 2. Press the customization button to enter the feature settings menu.
Page 247: Programmable Automatic Door Locks
This feature allows you to select when the vehicle's doors will automatically lock. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 3 10 for more information. Press the customization button until AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature.
Page 248 This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. You will not receive feedback when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter if the doors are open. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 3 4 for more information.
Page 249 This feature allows you to select whether or not the locking of the vehicle's doors will be delayed. When locking the doors with the power door lock switch and a door is open, this feature will delay locking the doors until five seconds after the last door is closed.
Page 250 This feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Press the customization button until APPROACH LIGHTING appears on the DIC display. Press the set/ reset button once to access the settings for this feature.
Page 251 If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select whether or not the outside mirror(s) will automatically tilt down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). See Park Tilt Mirrors on page 3 39 for more information. Press the customization button until PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on the DIC display.
Page 252 No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select which areas will recall with the automatic easy exit seat feature.
Page 253 The driver's seat and outside mirrors will automatically move to the stored driving position when the unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed. The steering column will also move on vehicles with the power tilt and telescopic steering feature.
Page 254 The feature settings menu will be exited when any of the following occurs: The vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). The vehicle is no longer in ON/RUN. The trip/fuel or vehicle information DIC buttons are pressed. The end of the feature settings menu is reached and exited.
Page 255 The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 3 24 for more information. The vehicle has an analog clock as well as the digital radio clock.
Page 256 The radio clock and analog clock are not synchronized. Occasionally you might need to set the digital radio clock using the procedure below to synchronize both clocks. To turn the radio clock display on or off: 1. Turn the radio on. 2.
Page 257 This type of radio has a button for setting the time and date. To set the time and date: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press and HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day, and year) displays. 3. Press the pushbutton located under any one of the tabs that you want to change.
Page 258 To change the time and date default setting: 1. Change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour or the date default setting from month/day/ year to day/month/year, by pressing the 2. Once the clock and date settings display along with the forward arrow tab, press the pushbutton located under the forward arrow tab until the time 12H and 24H, and the date MM/DD/YYYY (month,...
Page 259 The audio system has RDS. The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available. While the radio is tuned to an FM-RDS station, the station name or call letters display.
Page 260 If the vehicle has the Bose system, it has AudioPilot noise compensation technology. To use AudioPilot: 1. Set the radio volume to the desired level. 2. Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu. 3. Press the pushbutton located under the AUTO VOLUM tab on the radio display.
Page 261 Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station favorites while the vehicle is in P (Park). Tune to favorite stations using the presets, favorites button, and steering wheel controls, if the vehicle has this feature. See Defensive Driving on page 5 2. A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six pushbuttons positioned below the radio station frequency tabs and...
Page 262 To quickly adjust bass, midrange, or treble to the middle position, press the pushbutton positioned under the BASS, MID, or TREB label for more than two seconds. A beep sounds and the level adjusts to the middle position. To quickly adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position, press the two seconds until a beep sounds.
Page 263 To adjust balance or fade, press the knob until the speaker control labels display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired label, or press the pushbutton positioned under the desired label. Turn the knob to adjust the highlighted setting. The highlighted setting can be adjusted by pressing either SEEK arrow, FWD, or the desired levels are obtained.
Page 264 The CAT button is used to find XM stations while the radio is in the XM mode. To find XM channels within a desired category, perform the following: 1. Press the BAND button until the XM frequency displays. Press the CAT button to display the category tabs.
Page 265 This message displays when the ® THEFTLOCK system has locked up the radio. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer. XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces.
Page 266 If the surface of a CD is soiled, take a soft, lint free cloth or dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution mixed with water, and clean it. Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge.
Page 267 Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than ten seconds have played. Press the right arrow to go to the next track. If either arrow is held or pressed multiple times, the player continues moving backward or forward through the CD.
Page 268 Press to listen to the radio when a CD is playing. The CD remains inside the radio for future listening. Press to play a CD when listening to the radio. The CD icon and track number displays when a CD is in the player. Press again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device, such as a portable audio player.
Page 269 The radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio output; do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack. You can however, connect an external audio device such as an iPod , laptop computer, MP3 player, CD changer, or cassette tape player, etc.
Page 270 If you burn your own MP3/WMA disc on a personal computer: Make sure the MP3/WMA files are recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW disc. Do not mix standard audio and MP3/WMA files on one disc. The CD player is able to read and play a maximum of 50 folders, 50 playlists, and 255 files.
Page 271 The root directory of the CD-R or CD-RW is treated as a folder. If the root directory has compressed audio files, the directory displays as F1 ROOT. All files contained directly under the root directory are accessed prior to any root directory folders. However, playlists (Px) are always accessed before root folders or files.
Page 272 The song name that displays is the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag. If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag, then the radio displays the file name without the extension (such as .mp3) as the track name.
Page 273 Press the pushbutton positioned under the Folder tab to go to the first track in the previous folder. Press the pushbutton positioned under the Folder tab to go to the first track in the next folder. Press and hold to reverse playback quickly within an MP3/WMA file.
Page 274 To change from playback by artist to playback by album, press the pushbutton located below the Sort By label. From the sort screen, push one of the buttons below the album button. Press the pushbutton below the Back label to return to the main music navigator screen.
Page 275 This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this station was one of the presets, choose another station for that preset button. No artist information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. No song title information is available at this time on this channel.
Page 276 For vehicles with a navigation radio system, see the separate Navigation System manual. Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a Bluetooth capable cell phone with a Hands Free Profile to make and receive phone calls. The system can be used while the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY position.
Page 277 A Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the in vehicle Bluetooth system first and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used. See the cell phone manufacturers user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth phone is not connected, calls will be made using OnStar Hands Free Calling, if available.
Page 278 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system responds with Ready followed by a tone. 2. Say Bluetooth . The system responds with Bluetooth ready followed by a tone. 3. Say List . The system lists all the paired Bluetooth devices.
Page 279 The store command allows a phone number to be stored without entering the digits individually. 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system responds with Ready followed by a tone. 2. Say Store . The system responds with Store, number please followed by a tone. 3.
Page 280 3. Say the first digit to be stored. The system will repeat back the digit it heard followed by a tone. Continue entering digits until the number to be stored is complete. If an unwanted number is recognized by the system, say Clear at any time to clear the last number.
Page 281 3. Say the name tag to be deleted. The system responds with Would you like to delete, <name tag>? Please say yes or no . If the name tag is correct, say Yes to delete the name tag. The system responds with OK, deleting <name tag>, returning to the main menu.
Page 282 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system responds with Ready followed by a tone. 2. Say Digit Dial . The system responds with Digit dial using <phone name>, please say the first digit to dial followed by a tone. 3.
Page 283 When an incoming call is received, the audio system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle. Press and begin speaking to answer the call. Press to ignore a call. Call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work.
Page 284 1. Press . The system responds with Ready followed by a tone. 2. Say Mute Call . The system responds with Call muted . 1. Press . The system responds with Ready followed by a tone. 2. After the tone, say Mute Call . The system responds with Resuming call .
Page 285 The in vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers and numbers stored as name tags during a call. This is used when calling a menu driven phone system. Account numbers can be programmed into the phonebook for retrieval during menu driven calls. 1.
Page 286 Unless information is deleted out of the in vehicle Bluetooth system, it will be retained indefinitely. This includes all saved name tags in the phonebook and phone pairing information. For information on how to delete this information, see the above sections on Deleting a Paired Phone and Deleting Name Tags.
Page 287 Press to switch between the radio (AM, FM, XM), CD, and for vehicles with, DVD, front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary. For vehicles with the navigation system, press and hold this button for longer than two seconds to initiate voice recognition. See Voice Recognition in the Navigation System manual for more information.
Page 288 Cellular phone usage may cause interference with the vehicle's radio. This interference may occur when making or receiving phone calls, charging the phone's battery, or simply having the phone on. This interference causes an increased level of static while listening to the radio. If static is received while listening to the radio, unplug the cellular phone and turn it off.
Page 289 Defensive Driving ....... 5-2 Drunk Driving ........5-2 Control of a Vehicle .
Page 290 Defensive driving means always expect the unexpected. The first step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 2 12. Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be careless and make mistakes.
Page 291 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. The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive.
Page 292 Keeping pace with the traffic and allowing realistic following distances eliminates a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, brake normally but do not pump the brakes. If the brakes are pumped, the pedal could get harder to push down.
Page 293 Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 294 The STABILITRAK NOT READY message may be displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC) and the Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak warning light on the instrument panel cluster comes on after first driving the vehicle and exceeding 19 mph (30 km/h) for 30 seconds.
Page 295 To turn the system off or on, press and release this button located in front of the shift lever. TCS automatically comes on whenever the vehicle is started. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, always leave the system turned on. TCS can be turned off if needed.
Page 296 If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, the vehicle can be steered but it will take more effort. This system continuously adjusts the effort felt when steering at all vehicle speeds. It provides ease when parking, yet a firm, solid feel at highway speeds.
Page 297 An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, it can be turned a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
Page 298 Passing another vehicle on a two-lane road can be dangerous. To reduce the risk of danger while passing: Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass. If in doubt, wait. Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines that could indicate a turn or an intersection.
Page 299 It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited. While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear.
Page 300 Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep standing or flowing water. Wet brakes can cause crashes. They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side.
Page 301 To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having it serviced by your dealer before departing. Things to check on your own include: Windshield Washer Fluid: Reservoir full? Windows clean inside and outside? Wiper Blades: In good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: All levels checked? Lamps: Do they all work and are lenses clean? Tires: Are treads good? Are tires inflated to recommended pressure?
Page 302 Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. Going down steep or long hills, shift to a lower gear.
Page 303 Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand.
Page 304 Being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use the Roadside Service on page 8 7. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4 3.
Page 305 Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. Moving about to keep warm also helps. If it takes some time for help to arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle speed.
Page 306 It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label.
Page 307 The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the tire size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures (D). For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 6 50 and Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 6 59.
Page 308 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 309 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight @ 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 750 lbs (340 kg) 250 lbs (113 kg) Refer to your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about your vehicle's capacity weight and seating Vehicle Capacity...
Page 310 positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. A vehicle specific Certification label is attached to the rear edge of the driver's door. This label shows the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
Page 311 If you put things inside your vehicle, like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else, they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash.
Page 312 Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed. See Roadside Service on page 8 7. To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see Recreational Vehicle Towing following. Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome.
Page 313 The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. Use a dolly if the vehicle must be towed. See Dolly Towing later in this section for more information. The vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow the vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: 1.
Page 314 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. 7. Release the parking brake. The Cadillac Professional Vehicle cannot tow a trailer. The driver can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct equipment is not used or the vehicle is not driven properly.
Page 315 Here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure the rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you will be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police.
Page 316 Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment. The weight of additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight. Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice, or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices.
Page 317 It is important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why the right hitch is needed. Here are some rules to follow: The rear bumper on the vehicle is not intended for hitches.
Page 318 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Get to know the rig before setting out for the open road. Get acquainted with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now longer and not as responsive as the vehicle is by itself.
Page 319 The arrows on the instrument panel flash whenever signaling a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps also flash, telling other drivers the vehicle is turning, changing lanes or stopping. When towing a trailer, the arrows on the instrument panel flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out.
Page 320 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: start the engine, shift into a gear, and release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks.
Page 471: Appearance Care
Accessories and Modifications ..... . .6-3 Accessory Power ........3-24 Accessory Power Outlets .
Page 472: Bulb Replacement
Audio System ........4-88 Audio Steering Wheel Controls .
Page 473: Climate Control Systems
Care of Safety Belts ........6-99 CD, MP3 .
Page 474: Central Door Unlocking System
Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant ..... . 6-77 Content Theft-Deterrent ......3-19 Control of a Vehicle .
Page 475: Electronic Immobilizer
Driving (cont.) Hill and Mountain Roads ......5-14 In Rain and on Wet Roads ......5-12 Loss of Control .
Page 476: Fuel Economy
Filter Engine Air Cleaner ....... 6-19 Finish Damage ........6-103 Flash-to-Pass .
Page 477: Instrument Panel
Hazard Warning Flashers ......4-3 Head Restraints ........2-2 Headlamp Wiring .
Page 478: Keyless Entry
Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System ......3-4 Keyless Entry System .......3-4 Keys .
Page 479: Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror
Locks Central Door Unlocking System ....3-10 Door ..........3-9 Lockout Protection .
Page 480: Performance Shifting
Object Detection, Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 3-43 Odometer ......... . 4-47 Off-Road Recovery .
Page 481: Rearview Mirrors
Power Door Locks ........3-10 Electrical System .
Page 482: Running The Vehicle While Parked
Reclining Seatbacks, Power ......2-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....7-9 Recreational Vehicle Towing .
Page 483: Starting The Engine
Seats (cont.) Power Lumbar, Rear ......2-11 Power Reclining Seatbacks ......2-8 Power Seats .
Page 484: Sun Visors
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ..6-84 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ....5-17 Sun Visors ......... 3-17 Sunroof .
Page 485: Vehicle Identification
Traction Control System (TCS) ......5-6 Control System Warning Light ....4-52 Magnetic Ride Control .
Page 486: Xm Satellite Radio
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ... 4-45 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages ..... 4-66 Hazard Flashers .

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