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2003 Chevrolet SSR Owner Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1

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

.............................................. 1-7

Child Restraints

....................................... 1-21

Air Bag Systems

...................................... 1-42

Restraint System Check

............................ 1-53

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

........................................................ 2-2

Doors and Locks

....................................... 2-7

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

Theft-Deterrent Systems

............................ 2-12

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

.................................................... 2-24

®

............................. 2-27

......................................... 2-31

Convertible Top

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

Vehicle Personalization

............................. 2-44

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

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-18

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-58

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

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

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

Service

Fuel

Checking Things Under the Hood

Rear Axle

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

........... 2-14

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

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

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

Maintenance Schedule

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

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Customer Assistance Information

.................. 3-41

Reporting Safety Defects

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

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
2003 Chevrolet SSR Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Front Seats Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..........1-2 ..4-2 Safety Belts Towing ..........1-7 ........... 4-31 Child Restraints ........1-21 Service and Appearance Care ......
Page 2: Canadian Owners
For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever Index it appears in this manual. A good place to look for what you need is the Index in Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be back of the manual.
Page 3: Safety Warnings And Symbols
Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also ﬁnd a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety You will ﬁnd a number of safety cautions in this book. symbol means “Don’t,” We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the “Don’t do this”...
Page 4: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this book you will ﬁnd these notices: Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, Notice: These mean there is something that could are shown along with the text describing the operation damage your vehicle.
Page 5 These are some examples of symbols you may ﬁnd on your vehicle:...
Page 6 ✍ NOTES...
Page 7 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-2 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Power Seats ..........1-2 Children (LATCH System) ......1-32 Heated Seats ..........1-4 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for Reclining Seatbacks ........1-4 the LATCH System ........1-34 Seatback Latches ...........1-6 Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position ......1-37 Safety Belts .............1-7...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Horizontal Control • Move the front of the seat control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cushion. Power Seats • Move the rear of the seat control up or down to Driver’s Seat adjust the rear portion of the cushion. •...
Page 9: Passenger's Seat
Passenger’s Seat Horizontal Control To adjust the seat, slide the control forward or rearward to move the seat forward or rearward. Vertical Control The vertical control is used to operate the power lumbar. Adjust the seat cushion using the horizontal control. To adjust the seatback, see Reclining Seatbacks on page 1-4.
Page 10: Heated Seats
Heated Seats heated seats on again when you restart your vehicle, you must ﬁrst turn off the heated seat control and then move the control to either LO or HI again. If your vehicle has this feature, the controls are Reclining Seatbacks located on the outboard side of the driver’s...
Page 11 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 because it won’t be against your body.
Page 12: Seatback Latches
Seatback Latches CAUTION: The seatbacks fold forward. To fold the seatback If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward, push the lever on forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could the side of the seatback cause injury to the person sitting there. Always rearward and pull the press rearward on the seatback to be sure it seatback forward.
Page 13: Safety Belts
Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo This part of the manual tells you how to use safety area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a belts properly. It also tells you some things you should collision, people riding in these areas are more not do with safety belts.
Page 14: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work In most states and all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a it goes.
Page 15 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.
Page 16 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-10...
Page 17: 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 18: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? This part is only for people of adult size. You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an Be aware that there are special things to know about accident —...
Page 19 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder Do not let it get twisted. belt. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
Page 20 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 21 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 22 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 23 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 24 What’s wrong with this? 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
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
Page 26: Passenger Position
Safety Belt Extender 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 If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making you should use it.
Page 27: Child Restraints
Child Restraints What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a Older Children lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 28 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 29 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 30: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 31 CAUTION: CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms Children who are up against, or very close to, while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously much – until a crash. During a crash a baby will injured or killed.
Page 32 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? CAUTION: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Newborn infants need complete support, Selection of a particular restraint should take including support for the head and neck. into consideration not only the child’s weight, height, This is necessary because a newborn infant’s and age but also whether or not the restraint will...
Page 33: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 34 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the seating surface against the back of the infant. the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes The harness system holds the infant in place and, with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Page 35 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 36 When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, CAUTION: it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be Then follow the instructions for the restraint.
Page 37: 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 38: Top Strap Anchor Location
Top Strap Anchor Location CAUTION: The anchor point for the top strap is a loop located at the back of the Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor passenger side seat. 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.
Page 39 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. Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap (C).
Page 40: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed To assist you in locating the anchors for this child restraint system, place your hand in a palm-up position for the LATCH System and reach up between the seat cushion and the seatback. CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly.
Page 41 CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger’s air bag inﬂates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inﬂating air bag. Do not use a rear-facing child restraint in this vehicle unless the passenger’s air bag has been turned off.
Page 42 1. Your vehicle has a passenger’s air bag. See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1-50. If your child restraint CAUTION: is forward-facing, always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing it in this seat. See Power Seats on page 1-2.
Page 43: Securing A Child Restraint In The Passenger Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the If you were using a rear-facing child restraint, turn on the passenger’s air bag when you remove the rear-facing Passenger Seat Position child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger air bag risk group.
Page 44 CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger’s air bag inﬂates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inﬂating air bag. Do not use a rear-facing child restraint in this vehicle unless the passenger’s air bag has been turned off.
Page 45 If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt. Be sure to CAUTION: follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.
Page 46 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-40...
Page 47 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. If you were using a rear-facing child restraint, turn on the passenger’s air bag when you remove the rear-facing child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a...
Page 48: Air Bag Systems
Air Bag Systems CAUTION: (Continued) This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Frontal air bags for the driver and right front Your vehicle has four air bags – a frontal air bag for passenger are designed to deploy only in the driver, another frontal air bag for the passenger, moderate to severe frontal and near frontal a side impact air bag for the driver, and another side...
Page 49 CAUTION: CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact air bags inﬂate Anyone who is up against, or very close to, with great force, faster than the blink of an any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously eye. If you’re too close to an inﬂating air bag, injured or killed.
Page 50: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Air Bags? There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 51 The passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the panel on the passenger’s side. driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-45...
Page 52 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 53: When Should An Air Bag Inflate
When Should an Air Bag Inﬂate? Side impact air bags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe side crashes. A side impact air bag will inﬂate The driver’s and passenger’s frontal air bags are if the crash severity is above the system’s designed designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal or “threshold level.”...
Page 54: How Does An Air Bag Restrain
How Does an Air Bag Restrain? What Will You See After an Air Bag Inﬂates? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel After the air bag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, so quickly that or the instrument panel.
Page 55 • Air bags are designed to inﬂate only once. After an CAUTION: (Continued) air bag inﬂates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air bag system won’t be there to help protect you in another the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe crash.
Page 56: Air Bag Off Switch
Air Bag Off Switch Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because: • my vehicle has no rear seat; • my vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear-facing infant seat; or •...
Page 57 Medical Condition. A passenger has a CAUTION: (Continued) medical condition which, according to his or her physician: Do not turn off the passenger’s frontal air bag • causes the passenger air bag to pose a special risk unless the person sitting there is in a risk group. for the passenger;...
Page 58 CAUTION: If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the passenger’s frontal air bag, it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system. The passenger’s frontal air bag could inﬂate even though the switch is off. If this ever happens, do not let anyone whom the national government has identiﬁed as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in the...
Page 59: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Restraint System Check Vehicle Checking Your Restraint Systems Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light around your vehicle.
Page 60: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system parts? After a Crash After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new parts.
Page 61: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-2 Engine Exhaust ..........2-22 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-4 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ..2-23 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Mirrors ............2-24 Doors and Locks ..........2-7 Manual Rearview Mirror .........2-24 Door Locks ............2-7 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ®...
Page 62: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 63 If you need a new key, contact your dealer for assistance. In an emergency, contact Chevrolet Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6 for more information. Notice: If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle to get in.
Page 64: Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer Your keyless entry system operates on a radio to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
Page 65: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
Remote Keyless Entry System You can also activate the express down windows by pressing the unlock button four times quickly. See Power Operation Windows on page 2-11 for more information. You can lock and unlock your doors and cargo area (Lock): Press lock to lock all the doors.
Page 66: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter do the following: Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer.
Page 67: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks CAUTION: (Continued) Door Locks • Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. Locking your doors CAUTION: can help prevent this from happening. Unlocked doors can be dangerous. There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. •...
Page 68: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks Your power door lock switch is located on the console switchbank. See Center Console Switchbank on page 3-16 for more information. From the inside, use the manual or power door locks. To lock or unlock either door from the inside, pull up or (Unlock): Press this symbol to unlock the doors push down on the manual lock.
Page 69: Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Programmable Automatic Leaving Your Vehicle Door Locks If you are leaving the vehicle, take your key, open your door and set the lock from inside. Then get out and Close the doors and turn on the ignition. If all the doors close the door.
Page 70: 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 71: Power Windows
Power Windows Express Down Window Both driver’s and passenger’s window switches have the The driver’s and express-down feature. Tap the driver’s or passenger’s passenger’s power window power window switch and immediately release. The switches are located on window will lower completely. To stop the express-down the center console feature from lowering the window completely, simply tap switchbank.
Page 72: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems This light reminds you to activate the theft-deterrent system. Here’s how to do it: Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. 1. Open the door. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent 2. Lock the door with the power door lock switch or features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 73: Testing The Alarm
Testing the Alarm Here’s how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident: • If you don’t want to activate the theft-deterrent The alarm can be tested by following these steps: system, the vehicle should be locked with the door 1.
Page 74: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
® Passlock Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ® Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft-deterrent system. ® Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system. New Vehicle Break-In ® Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key. If a correct key is not used or the Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, the fuel system “break-in.”...
Page 75: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions A (OFF): This is the only position in which you can insert or remove the key. This position locks the ignition, steering wheel and transmission. It’s a theft-deterrent feature. Notice: Lengthy operation of features such as the radio in the accessory ignition position may drain the battery and prevent your vehicle from starting.
Page 76: Starting Your Engine
Starting Your Engine When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or 18 °C), do this: Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the Your engine won’t start in any other position—that’s a ignition key to START and hold it there up to safety feature.
Page 77: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation CAUTION: (Continued) 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. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set Your automatic transmission has a shift lever located on your parking brake and move the shift lever...
Page 78 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine running at high speed may damage Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle the transmission. The repairs would not be covered is moving forward could damage the transmission.
Page 79: Parking Brake
Parking Brake SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy than DRIVE (D) and THIRD (3). You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on.
Page 80: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-19 for more information. 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.
Page 81: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Torque Lock Running If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission.
Page 82: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn 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 83: Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
Running Your Engine While You CAUTION: Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle you ever have to, here are some things to know. if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 84: Mirrors
Mirrors (On/Off): The automatic dimming feature is automatically activated when the vehicle is started. The automatic dimming feature is turned on or off by Manual Rearview Mirror pressing this button located on the lower part of the mirror. Press and hold the button for up to three You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving.
Page 85: Outside Power Heated Mirrors
Outside Power Heated Mirrors If you reach the mirror’s end of the travel position in any direction, the mirror will enter a ratcheting mode. This action is harmless. It is a warning that the Your vehicle has outside heated power mirrors. mirror can go no further.
Page 86: Outside Convex Mirror
Outside Convex Mirror Outside Automatic Dimming Heated Mirror A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. If you have this feature, the driver’s side outside rearview mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you.
Page 87: Homelink ® Transmitter
® ® HomeLink Transmitter If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink Transmitter, it 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 88 ® Programming the HomeLink It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand-held transmitter for quicker and more Transmitter accurate transmission of the radio frequency. Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while ® Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage programming the transmitter.
Page 89 4. The indicator light will ﬂash slowly at ﬁrst and then 7. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Smart” ® rapidly after HomeLink successfully receives the button. The name and color of the button may frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. vary by manufacturer.
Page 90: Gate Operator And Canadian Programming
® Gate Operator and Canadian Using HomeLink Programming ® Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter on while the signal is being transmitted. signals to “time out”...
Page 91: Storage Areas
® Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Storage Areas Button Glove Box ® ® To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps: To open the glove box, pull on the lever. Use your door ® 1.
Page 92: Instrument Panel Storage Area
Instrument Panel Storage Area Cargo Cover Opening the Cargo Cover There is a storage tray located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Press on the tray to release it. The tray will slide out of the instrument Press this button located in the glovebox to release panel toward you.
Page 93: Removing The Cargo Cover
Removing the Cargo Cover To open your cargo cover area manually, do the following: Your vehicle’s cargo cover can be removed. You will 1. Locate the control box under the rear of the vehicle need more than one person to remove the cargo cover. on the driver’s side, behind the rear tire.
Page 94 3. Locate and remove the bolts that hold the cargo cover in place. There is one bolt on each side near the front of the cargo area. 4. Slide the cover rearward and then lift up on the passenger’s side of the cargo cover. Then have another person lift the driver’s side of the cargo cover.
Page 95: Emergency Cargo Cover Release Handle
Emergency Cargo Cover Release Handle Cargo Area Rails Your vehicle has side and lower cargo area rails in the cargo area of your vehicle. The cargo area rails can be used to attach additional storage items such as the side-saddle storage system and cargo net system. See Cargo Net System on page 2-37 and Side Saddle Storage on page 2-38 for more information.
Page 96 Cargo Cover Storage System Your vehicle may have a cargo cover storage system. To use the cargo area storage system, do the following: 1. Place the storage bag over the cargo cover and secure the closure before removing any fasteners. 2.
Page 97: Cargo Net System
Cargo Net System To use the cargo net system do the following: 1. Assemble the telescoping crossbar by attaching the Your vehicle may have cargo netting to help keep items rod to the base. in your tailgate from moving around. 2.
Page 98: Side Saddle Storage
Side Saddle Storage Convertible Top Your vehicle may have a side-saddle storage system Roof Tonneau to store items on either side of the rear cargo area. For more information on this feature, see your dealer. Your vehicle has a roof tonneau that is raised or lowered along with the convertible top using the convertible top switch located on the center console switchbank.
Page 99: Convertible Top Operation
Convertible Top Operation If you cannot raise or lower the convertible top by using your convertible top switch, you may need to replace Notice: If you operate the convertible top switch the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-86 continuously while the ignition is in ACCESSORY, for more information.
Page 100 5. Locate the loops at the ends of the cables. 7. Pull the cable with the release tool. One has a red band on it, and the other has a 8. Repeat Steps 4 through 6 on the other side. green band.
Page 101 9. Lift up on the roof tonneau and raise it to the 10. Grasp the front panel of the convertible top and upright position. pull up. You will need more than one person to do this. One person working on each side is best. 2-41...
Page 102 12. Remove the plastic cap located between the sun visors. 13. Slide the tool side of the convertible release tool until the entire Driver’s side latches shown, tool forms a right angle passenger’s side similar as shown. 11. Insert the front panel into the roof latches. One person should hold the convertible top down from the rear in the closed position while another person performs the next steps.
Page 103 15. From the upright position, push down on the outer area of the boot cover panel where the hinges and hydraulic cylinders are located to separate it from the roof tonneau. Then, continue to push 14. Insert the convertible top release tool into the latch the boot cover panel down as far as it will go.
Page 104: Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization Memory Seat Boot cover panel down, roof tonneau up 16. Push down on the roof tonneau to close and latch it. It will ﬁt together with the boot cover to form one continuous panel as it did in the upright position. 17.
Page 105 Adjust the driver’s seat, including the seatback recliner The seat positions can also be recalled by placing the and lumbar, to the desired position. Then press and key in the ignition if programmed to do so through hold button 1 (for Driver 1) for three seconds. A double the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Page 106 ✍ NOTES 2-46...
Page 107: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-2 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ....3-30 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-4 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ......3-30 Other Warning Devices ........3-4 Oil Pressure Gage ........3-34 Horn .............3-5 Change Engine Oil Light ........3-35 Tilt Wheel .............3-5 Security Light ..........3-35 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-5 Cruise Control Light ........3-35 Exterior Lamps ..........3-12...
Page 108: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 109 A. Climate Control Vents. See Climate Control System F. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. See Audio Steering on page 3-18. Wheel Controls on page 3-81. B. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel G. Storage Tray. See Instrument Panel Storage Area Cluster on page 3-23. on page 2-32.
Page 110: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located on the top of the steering column. Your hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off.
Page 111: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Horn Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever To sound the horn, press the horn symbol on the steering wheel pad. Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to allow more room for the driver to enter and exit the vehicle.
Page 112: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Turn and Lane Change Signals As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows ﬂash more quickly than normal, a signal bulb may be burned The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. downward (for left) positions.
Page 113: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Flash-to-Pass To change the headlamps from low to high beam, push This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to the lever toward the instrument panel. To return to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. low-beam headlamps, pull the multifunction lever toward It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic you.
Page 114: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers (Off): Turn the band to this symbol to turn of your windshield wipers. (Windshield Wipers): To use the windshield wipers, turn the band with the wiper symbol on it. CAUTION: (Mist): For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to mist.
Page 115: Cruise Control
Cruise Control CAUTION: (Continued) With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery trips.
Page 116: Setting Cruise Control
Setting Cruise Control 3. Press in the set button at the end of the lever and release it. Your cruise control is 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. located at the end of your The accelerator pedal will not go down. turn signal/multifunction lever.
Page 117 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Passing Another Vehicle While Using Control Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will •...
Page 118: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps The exterior lamps control operates the following systems: • Headlamps • Taillamps • Parking Lamps • License Lamps • Sidemarker Lamps • Instrument Panel Lights • Interior Courtesy Lamps (Fog Lamp Indicator Light): This light illuminates when the fog lamps are turned on. See “Fog Lamps” later in this section for more information.
Page 119: Automatic Headlamp System
Automatic Headlamp System You may be able to turn off your automatic headlamp system. See “Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)” later When it is dark enough outside, your automatic in this section for more information. headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the If you start your vehicle in a dark garage, the automatic normal brightness along with other lamps such as headlamp system will come on immediately.
Page 120: Daytime Running Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps Fog Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty others to see the front of your vehicle during the conditions. Your ignition must be in RUN for your day.
Page 121: Exit Lighting
Interior Lamps (Interior Lamp Control): The interior lamp control (A) is located to the left of the steering wheel and is used Instrument Panel Brightness to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Press lightly on the interior lamp control and release. The control will extend outward.
Page 122: Center Console Switchbank
Perimeter Lighting Center Console Switchbank The following controls are located on your center When the button with the unlock symbol on the remote console switchbank: keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the DRL, parking lamps and back-up lamps will come on if it is dark enough outside.
Page 123: Accessory Power Outlets
Accessory Power Outlets Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary problem, see your dealer for additional information electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio.
Page 124: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Climate Controls Your vehicle has an ashtray and cigarette lighter. Climate Control System To access, push the upper edge of the center instrument panel door until it clicks and then release. The door will open to expose the ashtray and cigarette lighter. Notice: If you put papers or other ﬂammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage...
Page 125: Mode Knob
Recirculation is only available in the bi-level and vent (Air Conditioning): Press this button located on the modes. If you push the recirculation button while the temperature knob to turn the air-conditioning system on system is in any other mode, the light on the button will or off.
Page 126: Defogging And Defrosting
Defogging and Defrosting (Defrost): This mode directs most of the air to the windshield, with some air directed to the side window Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity outlets and the ﬂoor outlets. When you select this mode, (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass.
Page 127: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger Outlet Adjustment The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to Use the levers located in remove fog from the rear window. the center of each outlet to change the direction of The rear window defogger will only work when the the airﬂow.
Page 128: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and Indicators warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. This part describes the warning lights and gages that When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on may be on your vehicle.
Page 129: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you’ve used, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 130: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer Notice: If you operate the engine with the The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). tachometer in the shaded warning area, your vehicle could be damaged, and the damages would not be The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been covered by your warranty.
Page 131: Airbag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light CAUTION: There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for If the air bag readiness light stays on after you malfunctions.
Page 132: Air Bag Off Light
Air Bag Off Light CAUTION: When you turn the passenger’s frontal air bag off, the air bag off light, located on the roof panel above the rearview mirrow, will come on and stay on to remind If the passenger’s frontal air bag is turned off for you that the air bag has been turned off.
Page 133: Charging System Light
Charging System Light CAUTION: The charging system light will come on brieﬂy when If the air bag readiness light ever comes on you turn on the ignition, when you have turned off the passenger’s but the engine is not frontal air bag, it means that something may be running, as a check to show you it is working.
Page 134: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is When the ignition is on, the brake system warning harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the light will come on when you set your parking brake.
Page 135: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light Warning Light With the anti-lock brake If the TC (traction control) system, this light will come warning light comes on on when you start your and stays on, there may engine and may stay on be a problem with the for several seconds.
Page 136: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. 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 United States Canada...
Page 137 Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this This light should come on, as a check to show you it light on, after a while, your emission controls is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not may not work as well, your fuel economy may not running.
Page 138: If The Light Is Flashing
If the Light is Flashing If the Light Is On Steady The following may prevent more serious damage to You may be able to correct the emission system your vehicle: malfunction by considering the following: • Reducing vehicle speed. Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? •...
Page 139: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
Emissions Inspection and Have you recently changed brands of fuel? Maintenance Programs If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will Some state/provincial and local governments have or cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.
Page 140: Oil Pressure Gage
Oil Pressure Gage CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches ﬁre. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.
Page 141: Change Engine Oil Light
® Change Engine Oil Light If the light ﬂashes, the Passlock system has entered a ® tamper mode. If the vehicle fails to start, see Passlock on page 2-14. This light is displayed when the engine oil If the light comes on continuously while driving and needs to be changed.
Page 142: Reduced Engine Power Light
Reduced Engine Power Light Check Gages Warning Light This light is displayed The Check Gages light will when a noticeable come on brieﬂy when you reduction in the vehicle’s are starting the engine. performance may occur. The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed when If the light comes on and stays on while you are the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration driving, check your coolant temperature and engine oil...
Page 143 Fuel Gage Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: • At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes a little more or less fuel to ﬁll up than the gage indicated.
Page 144: Auxiliary Gage Package
Auxiliary Gage Package Voltmeter Gage This gage (A) is located on the left side of the gage package. When your engine is not running, but the ignition is in RUN, this gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. When the ignition is on and the engine is running, the A.
Page 145 Instantaneous Fuel Consumption Gage Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an This gage (B) is located in extended period.
Page 146: Transmission Temperature Gage
Transmission Temperature Gage If the transmission continues to operate above 260°F (127°C), see your dealer for service or contact GM This gage (C) is located on Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program the right side of the gage on page 7-6. package.
Page 147: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) gives you the status of many of your vehicle’s systems. It is also used to display driver personalization features and warning/status messages. The DIC display is located on the instrument panel cluster. The DIC buttons are located on the steering wheel.
Page 148: Trip Information
Trip Information Timer The DIC can be used as a stopwatch. Press the trip (Trip Information): Press this button to scroll information button until TIMER is displayed. Press the through the odometer, TRIP A, TRIP B, and TIMER. select button to start the timer. The display will show Odometer the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset (not including time the ignition is off).
Page 149 Fuel Information Average Fuel Economy Press the fuel information button until AVG. ECON (Fuel Information): Press this button to scroll appears in the display. Average fuel economy is how through the range, average fuel economy, instant fuel many miles per gallon your vehicle is getting based on economy and engine oil life.
Page 150 Engine Oil Life Personalization Press the fuel information button until ENGINE OIL LIFE (Personalization): Press this button to access appears in the display. The GM Oil Life System™ the vehicle personalization menu and customize the shows an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. personalization settings on your vehicle.
Page 151: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages Battery Voltage Too High This message will be displayed when the battery Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver voltage is higher than normal and you try to raise or that the status of the vehicle has changed and that lower the convertible top.
Page 152 Check Oil Level Driver Door Ajar If the oil level in the vehicle is low this message will This message will be displayed on the DIC when the appear on the DIC. Check the oil level and add oil as driver’s door was not closed completely.
Page 153 Engine Overheated Stop Engine Fuel Level Low If the fuel level is low in the vehicle’s gas tank this Notice: If your engine catches ﬁre because you message will appear on the DIC and you will hear a keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can chime.
Page 154 Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine Passenger Door Ajar If the passenger’s door is not fully closed, this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime. CAUTION: Stop the vehicle, check the door for obstacles, and close the door again.
Page 155: Rfa X Battery Low
Rfa X Battery Low Roof Cycle Timeout If a remote keyless entry transmitter battery is low, This message will be displayed on the DIC when the this message will appear on the DIC. The battery needs convertible top has not completed its movement to be replaced in the transmitter.
Page 156 Service Air Bag Stop Vehicle If there is a problem with the air bag system this This message will be displayed when attempting to message will be displayed on the DIC. The air bag release the cargo cover while the vehicle is in motion. readiness light may also be displayed on the instrument The vehicle must stopped and the transmission panel cluster.
Page 157 Tonn (Tonneau) Latd (Latched) This message will clear when the ﬂuid temperature reaches a safe level. See Automatic Transmission Fluid Switch Fault on page 5-21 and if your vehicle is equipped with the auxiliary gage package, see “Transmission Temperature This message will be displayed when trying to raise or Gage”...
Page 158: Dic Vehicle Personalization
DIC Vehicle Personalization Automatic Locking This feature allows you to choose how the vehicle’s Your vehicle has a personalization feature that allows you doors are locked. Press the personalization button to program certain features to a preferred setting for until AUTOMATIC LOCKING appears in the display. up to two drivers.
Page 159: Automatic Unlocking
Automatic Unlocking If you choose Mode 1, all of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P). This feature allows you to choose how the vehicle’s If you choose Mode 2, all of the doors will unlock when doors are unlocked.
Page 160: Remote Lock Feedback
Remote Lock Feedback If you choose Mode 1, the parking lamps will ﬂash each time you press the lock button on the remote keyless This feature allows you to choose whether or not the entry transmitter and the horn will chirp the second time horn honks and the parking lamps ﬂash when you lock you press the lock button.
Page 161: Remote Unlock Feedback
Remote Unlock Feedback If you choose Mode 1, the parking lamps will ﬂash each time you press the button with the unlock symbol on This feature allows you to choose whether or not the the remote keyless entry transmitter. The horn will chirp parking lamps ﬂash and the horn honks when you the second time you press the unlock button.
Page 162 Headlamps on at Exit Perimeter Lighting This feature allows you to set the amount of time This feature allows you to choose whether or not certain you want the headlamps to remain on after you exit exterior lamps turn on when the unlock button on the the vehicle.
Page 163: Display Language
Seat Position Recall Display Language This feature allows you to choose how any previously This feature allows you to choose the language in which programmed seat position is recalled. Press the the DIC information will be displayed. Press the select personalization button until SEAT POSITION RECALL button until DISPLAY LANGUAGE appears on the appears in the display.
Page 164: Audio System(S)
Display Units (U.S./MET) Audio System(s) The feature allows you to choose the measurement Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to units. Press the personalization button until DISPLAY your vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobile UNITS appears in the display. To access the modes telephone or two-way radio –...
Page 165: Setting The Time
Setting the Time Radio with CD Your radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M or MN to represent minutes. Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour appears on the display. AM or PM will appear on the display for morning or evening hours.
Page 166: Finding A Station
Finding a Station Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH. AVOL will appear on the display. Each higher setting will provide more BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, volume compensation as vehicle speed increases. FM2, or AM.
Page 167: Setting Preset Stations
Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), by performing the increase or to decrease.
Page 168: Adjusting The Speakers (Balance/Fade)
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Radio Data System (RDS) Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data AUDIO: To adjust the balance to the right and the System (RDS). RDS features are available for use left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.
Page 169: Finding A Program Type (Pty) Station
Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station SCAN: You can also scan through the channels within a PTY by performing the following: To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: 1. Turn the P-TYPE LIST knob to activate program 1.
Page 170: Setting Preset Ptys
Setting Preset PTYs RDS Messages The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. favorite PTYs. These buttons have factory PTY presets. When an alert announcement comes on the current You can set up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 and six FM2) by radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display.
Page 171: Radio Messages
Radio Messages new message is received. The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button. You can view an old message until a new message is received or a CAL ERR (Calibration Error): Your audio system different station is tuned to. has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory.
Page 172 The CD player can play the smaller 8 cm single CDs 2 NEXT: Press this pushbutton to go to the next track. with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller TRACK and the track number will appear on the CDs are loaded in the same manner.
Page 173 6 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear the DISP (Display): Press this knob to see how long the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RDM ON current track has been playing. ET and the elapsed time will appear on the display. RDM T and the track will appear on the display.
Page 174: Radio With Six-Disc Cd
CD Messages Radio with Six-Disc CD If the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: • It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smooth, the CD should play.
Page 175 Finding a Station Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH. AVOL will appear on the display. Each higher setting will provide more AM FM: Press this button to switch between FM1, volume compensation as vehicle speed increases.
Page 176 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your AUDIO: Push the AUDIO knob until BASS, MID, or favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to increase (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM) by performing the or to decrease.
Page 177 ® Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) If your vehicle is equipped with Bose , your audio system allows you to choose from four different equalization settings: normal, driver, rear, and spacious. These AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right settings can be used while listening to the radio or the and the left speakers, push the AUDIO knob until BAL CD player.
Page 178 Radio Data System (RDS) Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: System (RDS). RDS features are available for use 1. Press the P-TYPE button to activate program type only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.
Page 179 To use the PTY interrupt feature, press and hold the AM FM (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency P-TYPE button until you hear a beep on the PTY you allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the want to interrupt with. When selected, an asterisk will same program type.
Page 180 RDS Messages TRAF (Traffic): If TRAF appears on the display, the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. To receive the traffic announcement from the tuned When an alert announcement comes on the current station, press this button.
Page 181 Playing a CD LOAD CD : Press the LOAD side of this button to load CDs into the CD player. This CD player will hold up The CD player can play the smaller 8 cm single CDs to six CDs. with an adapter ring.
Page 182 Playing a Speciﬁc Loaded CD To insert multiple CDs, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition on. For every CD loaded, a number will appear on the 2. Press and hold the LOAD side of the LOAD CD display. To play a speciﬁc CD, ﬁrst press the CD AUX. button for two seconds.
Page 183 Do not repeatedly press the CD eject button to eject RPT (Repeat): With repeat, you can repeat one track a CD after you have tried to push it in manually. or an entire CD. To use repeat, do the following: The receivers 25-second eject timer will reset at each •...
Page 184 AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press AUTO EQ To scan all loaded CDs, press and hold either SCAN to select the desired equalization setting while playing a arrow for more than four seconds until CD SCAN CD. The equalization will be automatically set whenever appears on the display and you hear a beep.
Page 185: Using Song List Mode
Using Song List Mode To play the song list, press the SONG LIST button. One beep will be heard and S-LIST will appear on The six-disc CD changer has a feature called song list. the display. The recorded tracks will begin to play in This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections.
Page 186 CD Messages To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio 1. Turn the CD player on. display, it could be for one of the following reasons: 2. Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on. •...
Page 187: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Theft-Deterrent Feature Audio Steering Wheel Controls ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your You can control certain radio functions using the buttons radio. The feature works automatically by learning on your steering wheel. a portion of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN). If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it will not operate and LOCKED will appear on the display.
Page 188: Radio Reception
Radio Reception 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 The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.
Page 189 Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Freeway Driving ...........4-22 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-23 Drunken Driving ..........4-3 Highway Hypnosis ........4-24 Control of a Vehicle ........4-6 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-24 Braking ............4-6 Winter Driving ..........4-26 Traction Control System (TCS) ......4-9...
Page 190: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following Your Vehicle distance. It is the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn Defensive Driving suddenly.
Page 191: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving 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, Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. a national tragedy.
Page 192 According to the American Medical Association, It is the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, a 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce if the same person drank three double martinis (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, BAC of about 0.06 percent.
Page 193 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of There is something else about drinking and driving that 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills many people do not know. Medical research shows of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night.
Page 194: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where Braking action involves perception time and you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and reaction time. the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
Page 195: Anti-Lock Brake System
Anti-lock Brake System Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is electronic braking system that will help prevent a a mistake.
Page 196 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. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you.
Page 197: Using Anti-Lock
Traction Control System (TCS) Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to Your vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS) that the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply limits wheel spin.
Page 198 When the system is on, To turn the system on this warning light will or off press the button come on to let you know located on your center if there’s a problem. console switchbank. See Center Console Switchbank on page 3-16 for more information.
Page 199: Steering
Steering Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems — steering and acceleration — have to do Power Steering their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the If you lose power steering assist because the engine sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places.
Page 200: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 201: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, driving.
Page 202 • • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one start your left lane change signal before moving thing, following too closely reduces your area of out of the right lane to pass.
Page 203: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control Remember: Any traction control system helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If your TCS system is off, then an acceleration skid is also best handled by Let us review what driving experts say about what easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) do not have enough friction If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the...
Page 204: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. • Drive defensively. • Do not drink and drive. • Since you can not see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. •...
Page 205 What you do in the daytime can also affect your night Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright clean — inside and out. Glare at night is made much sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses.
Page 206: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads And, if your tires do not have much tread left, you will get even less traction. It is always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reﬂexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement.
Page 207 CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents. They will not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.
Page 208: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning Driving Through Flowing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the CAUTION: water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces.
Page 209: City Driving
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 210: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving 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. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic ﬂow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
Page 211: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the Here are some things you can check before a trip: proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Are all windows clean inside and outside? Drive on to the next exit.
Page 212: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads 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 213 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make CAUTION: your trips safer and more enjoyable. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all ﬂuid Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system ignition off is dangerous.
Page 214: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Also see Tires on page 5-51. 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. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 215 Whatever the condition — smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow — drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road.
Page 216: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard • Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, ﬂoor mats — anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Page 217 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little CAUTION: faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 218: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Notice: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the Ice or Snow wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will For information about using tire chains on your need to spin the wheels, but you do not want to...
Page 219: Towing
Towing Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your Towing Your Vehicle vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, Consult your dealer or a professional towing service cargo and all nonfactory-installed options.
Page 220: Tire And Loading Information Label
Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar, near the driver’s door latch. Vehicles without a center pillar will have the Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver’s door edge. This label lists the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight it can carry.
Page 221: Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3.
Page 222 Example 2 Example 3 Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight 400 lbs (181 kg) 400 lbs (181 kg) for Example 2 = for Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Weight Subtract Occupant Weight 300 lbs (136 kg) 400 lbs (181 kg)
Page 223: Certification/Tire Label
Certiﬁcation/Tire Label The Certiﬁcation/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To ﬁnd out the actual loads on your rear axle, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle.
Page 224 CAUTION: CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Things you put inside your vehicle can strike GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can in a crash.
Page 225: Add-On Equipment
Payload Trailer Recommendations This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can You must subtract your hitch load from the Cargo carry. Be sure to include the weight of the occupants Weight Rating (CWR) for your vehicle. The CWR is the as part of your load.
Page 226: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that appears later in this section. If yours was built with trailering options, as many are, CAUTION: it’s ready for heavier trailers.
Page 227: If You Decide To Pull A Trailer
If You Decide To Pull A Trailer Weight of the Trailer If you do, here are some important points: How heavy can a trailer safely be? • There are many different laws, including speed limit It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and restrictions, having to do with trailering.
Page 228: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
You can ask your dealer for trailering information or advice, or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet. In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue...
Page 229: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inﬂated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll ﬁnd these numbers on the Certiﬁcation label at the rear edge of the driver’s door. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-31. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue.
Page 230: Installing The Ball Rod
Installing the Ball Rod To install the ball rod do the following: 2. Pretension the ball rod by pulling out the handwheel and turning it counterclockwise. When the ball is pretensioned, it means: 1. Remove the cover of the housing located behind •...
Page 231: Removing The Ball Rod
Removing the Ball Rod To remove the ball rod do the following: 3. Check that the ball rod is tight by doing the following: • Close the lock, withdraw the key, and install 1. Open the lock cover on the handwheel and unlock the lock cover securely.
Page 232 2. Hold the ball rod tight with one hand, tighten the 4. Reinstall the housing cover. handwheel slightly and turn it clockwise as far as it will go. 3. Pull the ball rod down and off. Store the ball rod for future use.
Page 233: Safety Chains
Safety Chains If everything checks out this far, then make the brake ﬂuid tap at the port on the master cylinder that You should always attach chains between your vehicle sends ﬂuid to the rear brakes. But don’t use copper and your trailer.
Page 234: Following Distance
Following Distance Making Turns Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. could cause the trailer to come in contact with the This can help you avoid situations that require vehicle.
Page 235: Driving On Grades
Driving On Grades Parking on Hills Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift CAUTION: down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. You really should not park your vehicle, with a Under normal conditions, use THIRD (3) to tow a trailer.
Page 236: When You Are Ready To Leave After Parking On A Hill
When You Are Ready to Leave After Trailer Wiring Harness Parking on a Hill The trailer wiring is a four-wire harness assembly. The wires are blunted and taped to the wiring harness. 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down The harness and wiring are stored under the vehicle while you: on the driver’s side.
Page 237 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Brakes ............5-33 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Battery ............5-36 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Jump Starting ..........5-36 Your Vehicle ..........5-5 Rear Axle ............5-42 Fuel ..............5-5 Headlamp Aiming ...........5-42 Gasoline Octane ..........5-5 Bulb Replacement ..........5-43 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-6 Halogen Bulbs ..........5-43...
Page 238 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Appearance Care ..........5-76 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ........5-84 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ....5-77 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ....5-84 Care of Safety Belts ........5-79 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label .....5-84 Weatherstrips ..........5-79 Electrical System ..........5-85 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ....5-79 Add-On Electrical Equipment ......5-85 Sheet Metal Damage ........5-82 Headlamps ..........5-85...
Page 239: Service
Service California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 240: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION: If you want to do some of your own service work, you will want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual You can be injured and your vehicle could be can.
Page 241: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Adding Equipment to the Outside Gasoline Octane of Your Vehicle Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you may Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can get a heavy knocking noise when you drive.
Page 242: Gasoline Specifications
Gasoline Speciﬁcations California Fuel It is recommended that gasoline meet speciﬁcations If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emission which were developed by the American Automobile Standards (see the underhood emission control label), Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better speciﬁcations.
Page 243: Additives
Additives Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected. The malfunction indicator To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States lamp may turn on. If this occurs, return to your are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, authorized GM dealer for service.
Page 244: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank The tethered fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of the vehicle. 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.
Page 245 Be careful not to spill fuel. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Cleaning the CAUTION: Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-79. When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound.
Page 246: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from Things that burn can get on hot engine parts the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. and start a ﬁre.
Page 247 1. Pull the handle 2. Release the secondary latch at the front of the hood. located inside the 3. Lift the hood. vehicle on the lower left side of the 4. Release the hood instrument panel. prop from its retainer on the driver’s side of the vehicle and put the hood prop into...
Page 248: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine, you’ll see: 5-12...
Page 249 A. Remote Positive Terminal. G. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Jump Starting on page 5-36 See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 for more information. for more information. B. Coolant Surge Tank. H. Remote Negative Terminal. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 See Jump Starting on page 5-36 for more information.
Page 250: Engine Oil
Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you might not show the actual level.
Page 251: When To Add Engine Oil
The engine oil ﬁll cap is located in the engine compartment toward the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the hole at the tip of the dipstick, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil.
Page 252: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identiﬁed by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certiﬁed by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure...
Page 253: Engine Oil Additives
When to Change Engine Oil As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is the only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. (GM Oil Life System) You should look for and use only oils which have the API Starburst symbol and which are also identiﬁed Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know as SAE 5W-30.
Page 254: How To Reset The Change Engine Oil Light
How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Light What to Do with Used Oil The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change your Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be engine oil and ﬁlter based on vehicle use. Anytime your unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer.
Page 255: Engine Cover
Engine Cover Engine Cover Insert Your vehicle has a removable engine cover. Your vehicle may have an engine To remove the engine cover do the following: cover insert. The engine cover insert must be removed to access the 1. Remove the engine cover insert if your vehicle bolts that secure the engine cover to the vehicle.
Page 256: When To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/ﬁlter is located at the center front of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter every 15,000 miles Overview on page 5-12 for location of the engine (25 000 km) and replace every 30,000 miles air cleaner/ﬁlter.
Page 257: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid CAUTION: When to Check and Change the Automatic Transmission Fluid Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off can cause you or others to be burned. A good time to check your automatic transmission The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it helps ﬂuid level is when the engine oil is changed.
Page 258: How To Check The Automatic Transmission Fluid
How to Check the Automatic To get the right reading, the ﬂuid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F Transmission Fluid (82°C to 93°C). If your vehicle has the auxiliary gage package, you can check the transmission ﬂuid Because this operation can be difficult, you may choose temperature.
Page 259 Checking the Automatic Transmission 1. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. Fluid Level 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds Prepare your vehicle as follows: and then pull it back out again.
Page 260: How To Add Automatic Transmission Fluid
How to Add Automatic Transmission Engine Coolant Fluid The cooling system in your vehicle is ﬁlled with ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles kind of transmission ﬂuid to use.
Page 261: What To Use
® Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL cause premature engine, heater core or radiator CAUTION: (Continued) corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may require changing sooner, at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set or 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst. Any repairs for the proper coolant mixture.
Page 262: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant CAUTION: The engine coolant surge tank is located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle at the rear of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the page 5-12 for more information on location. engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Page 263: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating CAUTION: You will ﬁnd a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-30. Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
Page 264: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your If there’s still no sign of steam, idle the engine for three minutes while you’re parked. Push down the accelerator Engine until the engine speed is about twice as fast as normal idle speed for at least three minutes while you’re parked. If you get an engine overheat warning but see or If you still have the warning, turn off the engine and get hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 265 If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle CAUTION: should be parked on a level surface. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned.
Page 266: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Surge Tank Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of ®...
Page 267: When To Check Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid 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. A ﬂuid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Page 268: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, What to Use follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure to read • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be Water can cause the solution to freeze and operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature damage your washer ﬂuid tank and other parts...
Page 269: Brakes
Brakes If it is, you should have your brake system ﬁxed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes will not work well, or will not work at all. Brake Fluid So, it is not a good idea to “top off” your brake ﬂuid. Adding brake ﬂuid will not correct a leak.
Page 270: Checking Brake Fluid
Checking Brake Fluid Always clean the brake ﬂuid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help You can check the brake ﬂuid without taking off the cap. keep dirt from entering the reservoir. Just look at the brake ﬂuid reservoir.
Page 271 Brake Wear Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. See Brake System Inspection on page 6-13. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make Brake Pedal Travel a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
Page 272: Battery
Battery Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods. Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free Also, for your audio system, see Theft-Deterrent ® ACDelco battery. When it is time for a new battery, Feature on page 3-81.
Page 273 Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug damage to your vehicle that would not be covered unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette by your warranty. lighter or in the accessory power outlets. Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren’t needed.
Page 274 The remote negative (−) terminal is located near the power steering ﬂuid reservoir. It is marked CAUTION: “GND (−).” See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. You will not see the battery of your vehicle under Using a match near a battery can cause battery the hood.
Page 275 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to CAUTION: the remote positive (+) terminal location on the vehicle with Fans or other moving engine parts can injure the dead battery. you badly. Keep your hands away from moving Use a remote parts once the engine is running.
Page 276 8. Now connect the 9. Connect the other negative (−) cable end of the negative (−) to the negative (−) cable to the terminal location of negative (−) terminal the vehicle with location on the vehicle the good battery. with the dead battery. Use a remote Your vehicle has a negative (−) terminal...
Page 277 To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3.
Page 278: Rear Axle
Rear Axle The proper level is from 0 to 3/8 inch (0 to 10 mm) below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole. When to Check and Change Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant.
Page 279: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Headlamps To replace the headlamp bulbs do the following: See Replacement Bulbs on page 5-48 for the proper types of bulbs to use. For any bulb changing procedure 1. Turn the front wheels as far as they will go in the not listed in this section, contact your GM dealer’s opposite direction of the bulb that is being changed.
Page 280: Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker And Parking Lamps
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps Front Turn and Parking Lamps To change the front turn or parking lamps do the following: 1. Locate the bar that runs across the front of the vehicle and remove the two screws located near the front of the hood that hold the bar in place.
Page 281 Sidemarker Lamps To replace the bulbs in the sidemarker lamps do the following: 1. Reach underneath the vehicle to locate and release the clips holding the lamp assembly in place. 2. Push the assembly forward. 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise until you hear a click.
Page 282: Taillamps
Taillamps To change the taillamp bulbs, do the following: 1. Reach underneath the rear of the vehicle. 3. Pull the old bulb out of the socket and push in a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the socket into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure.
Page 283: Back-Up Lamps
Back-Up Lamps 3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and then pull outward to remove it from the socket. To replace the bulb in the back-up lamps, do the 4. Insert a new bulb into the socket and turn it following: clockwise to secure it. 1.
Page 284: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back-Up Lamps 2057 Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking. See “Wiper High Beam Headlamp 9005HB3 Blade Check” under At Least Twice a Year on page 6-10. Low Beam Headlamp Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
Page 285 1. To remove the old wiper blades, lift the wiper arm 2. Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking until it locks into a vertical position. tab. Pull down on the blade assembly to release it from the wiper arm hook. 3.
Page 286 4. To install the new wiper insert, slide the insert (D), notched end last, into the end with two blade claws (A). Slide the insert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end (B). The plastic A. Claw in Notch C.
Page 287: Tires
Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions • Underinﬂated tires pose the same danger about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, as overloaded tires. The resulting accident see your GM Warranty booklet for details.
Page 288: Winter Tires
Winter Tires If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads often, you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle. All season tires provide good overall performance on most surfaces but they may not offer the traction you would like or the same level of performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads.
Page 289 (A) Tire Size Code: The tire size code is a combination (E) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular plies in the sidewall and under the tread. tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire service description.
Page 290 (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 TPC...
Page 291 Tire Size (E) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN): The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire The following examples show the different parts of Identiﬁcation Number (TIN). The TIN shows the a tire size. manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured.
Page 292 (C) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is “75,” as shown in item “C” of the illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is 75% as high as it is wide. (D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire.
Page 293: Tire Terminology And Definitions
(D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made “R”...
Page 294 GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, see Loading Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb Your Vehicle on page 4-31. weight; accessory weight; vehicle capacity weight; and production options weight. GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-31. Normal Occupant Weight: The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle,...
Page 295 Radial Ply tire: A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords UTQGS: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards, that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the a tire information system that provides consumers with centerline of the tread. ratings for a tire’s traction, temperature and treadwear.
Page 296: Inflation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure Notice: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinﬂation or overinﬂation is all right. It’s not. If your tires don’t have enough air (underinﬂation), you can get The Certiﬁcation/Tire label or the Tire and Loading the following: Information label shows the correct inﬂation pressures for your tires when they’re cold.
Page 297: When To Check
When to Check If you overﬁll the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve. Recheck the tire Check your tires once a month or more. pressure with the tire gage. How to Check Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems.
Page 298: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: • One way to tell when You can see the indicators at three or more places it’s time for new tires is around the tire.
Page 299: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires CAUTION: To ﬁnd out what kind and size of tires your vehicle needs, look at the Certiﬁcation/Tire label or the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle Mixing tires could cause you to lose control on page 4-31, for examples of these labels and while driving.
Page 300: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on Quality grades can be found where applicable on the the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum conditions on a speciﬁed government test course.
Page 301: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under and best overall performance.
Page 302: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Replacement CAUTION: (Continued) Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the a collision in which you or others could be wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. injured.
Page 303: Used Replacement Wheels
Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid CAUTION: expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque speciﬁcation. Never use oil or grease on studs or the threads of the wheel nuts.
Page 304: Tire Chains
Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat Your vehicle has no spare tire, no tire changing equipment and no place to store a tire. CAUTION: It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. Don’t use tire chains.
Page 305 If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by The tire pressure is checked after driving for a maximum driving slowly to a level place and stopping. Then do this: of 10 minutes to see if the slow leak has been stopped. If the tire pressure is 19 psi (131 kPa) or more, inﬂate the 1.
Page 306: Tire Inflator Kit
Tire Inﬂator Kit Accessing the Tire Inﬂator Kit To access the tire inﬂator kit for use, do the following: Your vehicle is equipped with a tire inﬂator kit. It is located behind the driver’s seat of your vehicle. 1. Loosen the two nuts holding the tire inﬂator kit cover in place.
Page 307: Using Tire Sealant
Tire Sealant 3. Shake the bottle to make sure the sealant is well mixed. The kit contains a liquid sealant that when injected into 4. Attach the tire sealant ﬁlling hose to the bottle of a ﬂat tire, may temporarily repair nail holes or cuts tire sealant to pierce the seal on the bottle.
Page 308: Air Compressor
Air Compressor The air compressor included in the tire inﬂator kit was designed exclusively for your vehicle. After the sealant has been injected into the ﬂat tire, use the air compressor to inﬂate the ﬂat tire. Follow these instructions: 1. Put the transmission in PARK (P). See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-20.
Page 309 Notice: The car engine must be running to avoid draining the battery while running the air compressor. 3. Start your vehicle. 4. Turn the compressor on to inﬂate the tire. CAUTION: Inﬂating something too much can make it explode, and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read the inﬂator instructions, and inﬂate the tire to its recommended pressure.
Page 310 5. Inﬂate the tire to at 6. Inﬂate the tire for least 26 psi (179 kPa), up to a maximum but not more than of six minutes. 36 psi (248 kPa). Notice: If 26 psi (179 kPa) tire pressure cannot be reached after six minutes the vehicle should not Notice: If the air compressor runs for more be driven further.
Page 311 8. Attach the enclosed 9. Drive the vehicle immediately to distribute the tire maximum speed label sealant evenly inside the tire. to the inside upper 10. After driving for 10 minutes, recheck the tire left corner of the pressure. If the tire pressure is 19 psi (131 kPa) windshield or to the or more, inﬂate the tire to the standard operating face of the radio/clock.
Page 312: Appearance Care
Tire Inﬂator Kit Storage Appearance Care The tire inﬂator kit is stored behind the driver’s Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. seat in your vehicle. To reinstall the kit after use, Some are toxic. Others can burst into ﬂames if you do the following: strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle.
Page 313: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle
• Do not use any of these unless this manual says you Carefully scrape off any excess stain. can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: • Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a • Alcohol clean area often.
Page 314: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Cleaning Vinyl Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), Use warm water and a clean cloth. egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine • Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. and blood can be removed as follows: You may have to do this more than once.
Page 315: Care Of Safety Belts
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Care of Safety Belts Panel Keep belts clean and dry. Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones CAUTION: or waxes may cause annoying reﬂections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.
Page 316: Washing Your Vehicle
Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care The best way to preserve your vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint ﬁnish.
Page 317: Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a blades and affect their performance. Clean the blade period of years. You can help to keep the paint ﬁnish by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered windshield washer solvent.
Page 318: Sheet Metal Damage
Cleaning Tires Underbody Maintenance To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the products on your vehicle may damage the paint underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan and ﬁnish and/or tires.
Page 319: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing Description Usage the following products. Removes swirl marks, Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ﬁne scratches and Swirl Remover Polish other light surface Description Usage contamination. Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Removes light scratches Wax-Treated...
Page 320: Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Engine Identiﬁcation The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, speciﬁcations Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) and replacement parts. Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You’ll ﬁnd this label on the inside of the glove box. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
Page 321: Electrical System
Electrical System Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit Add-On Electrical Equipment breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the motor cools. Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, be sure to get it ﬁxed.
Page 322: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Center Console Fuse Block The center console fuse The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from block is located on the short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit center console between breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of ﬁres the two seats.
Page 323 Fuses Usage Rear Window Defogger Truck Body Controller Rear Window Defogger Driver Seat Module Truck Body Controller Blank Driver’s Door Module, Power Mirrors Ampliﬁer Blank Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Driver’s Side Rear Parking Lamp Accessory Power Outlets Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp Passenger’s Side Rear Parking Lamp Blank...
Page 324 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Blank Accessory Power Outlets Blank Ignition ® HomeLink System Blank Roof Door Module Blank Blank Truck Body Controller, Ignition Truck Body Controller Brakes Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Blank Windshield Wipers Relays Usage Stoplamps Locks Blank Unlock Climate Control System, Driver’s Door Unlock Parking Lamps...
Page 325: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Engine Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is located under the hood in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. Fuses Usage To remove the fuse block cover and access the fuses, Air Conditioning do the following: Automatic Transmission Shift Lock...
Page 326 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Ignition Horn Driver’s Side High Beam Headlamp Injector A Passenger’s Side High Beam Injector B Headlamp Oxygen Sensor A Ignition Oxygen Sensor B Instrument Panel Cluster, Windshield Washer Driver Information Center (DIC) Cigarette Lighter Driver’s Side Low Beam Headlamp Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Passenger’s Side Low Beam Headlamp...
Page 327: Relay Center
Relay Center Relays Usage Air Conditioning There is a relay center located in the area where the convertible top is stored when it is open. To access the Fuel Pump relay center, do the following: Fog Lamps High Beam Headlamps Cargo Cover Release Horn Windshield Washer...
Page 328 2. Locate the water-tight box that houses the relay 4. Locate the relay center inside the box. It is located center and remove the four nuts that secure the toward the driver’s side of the vehicle. cover to the backside of the passenger 5.
Page 329 Following is a list of Relays Usage relays contained in Driver’s Door Lock the relay center. Passenger’s Side Daytime RT DRL Running Lamps (DRL) Driver’s Side Daytime LT DRL Running Lamps (DRL) Rear Window Defogger 5-93...
Page 330: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Speciﬁcations Refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-14 for more information. All capacities are approximate. When adding ﬂuids, be sure to ﬁll to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck the ﬂuid level after ﬁlling. Capacities and Speciﬁcations Engine VIN Code...
Page 331: 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 Number Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24200796** A2014C* Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 15036141** PF44* Engine Oil Filter 25010633** GF831* Fuel Filter 88983068** 41–985* Spark Plugs...
Page 332 ✍ NOTES 5-96...
Page 333 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-10 Introduction ...........6-2 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections ..6-13 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 Boot and Seal Inspection ......6-13 How This Section is Organized ......6-3 Exhaust System Inspection ......6-13 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...6-4...
Page 334: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your Introduction vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. Improper vehicle maintenance can Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and even affect the quality of the air we breathe.
Page 335: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good This maintenance schedule is divided into ﬁve parts: condition.
Page 336: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them. Services When you go to your dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service This part contains engine oil scheduled maintenance people will perform the work using GM parts.
Page 337: Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and ﬁlter as indicated by the The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles GM Oil Life System (or every 12 months, whichever (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles occurs ﬁrst).
Page 338 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your ❑ Check rear axle ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as needed. last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed.
Page 339 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) ❑ Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter. If necessary, replace ❑ Check rear axle ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as needed. the ﬁlter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) inspect ﬁlter at every engine oil change.
Page 340 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) ❑ Change automatic transmission ﬂuid and ﬁlter if the ❑ Check rear axle ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as needed. vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) conditions: ❑...
Page 341: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check ® Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL Listed in this part are owner checks and services coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant which should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed to on page 5-24 for further details.
Page 342: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission ﬂuid level; add if needed. See Restraint System Check Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5-21. A ﬂuid loss Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages if needed.
Page 343: Starter Switch Check
Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle When you are doing this inspection, the moves, you or others could be injured. vehicle could move suddenly.
Page 344: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Ignition Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn set the parking brake. the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. •...
Page 345: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Part C: Periodic Maintenance holes, loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the ﬂoor pan or could let Inspections exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-22. Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, Fuel System Inspection each spring and fall).
Page 346: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids Usage Fluid/Lubricant and Lubricants Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, Parking Brake Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part in Canada 88901242) or lubricant Cable Guides number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your meeting requirements of NLGI #2, dealer.
Page 347 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Hood Latch Tailgate Handle Assembly, Pivot Points, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Secondary Hinges, Latch (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 10953474). Latch, Pivots, in Canada 992723) or lubricant Bolt and meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Spring Anchor...
Page 348: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Odometer Date...
Page 349 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-17...
Page 350 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-18...
Page 351 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance Information ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-10 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Online Owner Center ........7-3 Government ..........7-10 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian (TTY) Users ..........7-4 Government ..........7-10 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4...
Page 352: Customer Assistance Information
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to top left of the instrument panel and visible through your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns the windshield.) with the sales transaction or the operation of your •...
Page 353: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 354: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes From U.S. Virgin Islands: to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to 1-800-496-9994 Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center. Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Canada –...
Page 355: Overseas - Customer Assistance
Overseas – Customer Assistance GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean This program, available to Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 and U.S.
Page 356: Roadside Assistance Program
Plus: establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance • FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer Center. As the owner of a 2003 Chevrolet, membership from a legal roadway) in Roadside Assistance is free. • FREE Locksmith/Key Service (when keys are lost...
Page 357: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Basic Care and Courtesy Care are not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Warranty. Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere discontinue Basic Care and Courtesy Care at any time.
Page 358 When your vehicle requires warranty service, you Warranty service can generally be completed while you should contact your dealer and request an appointment. wait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolet By scheduling a service appointment and advising helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several your service consultant of your transportation needs, transportation options.
Page 359: Courtesy Rental Vehicle
Courtesy Rental Vehicle Additional Program Information When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight Courtesy Transportation is available during the warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 360: Reporting Safety Defects
Please call us at 1-800-222-1020, or write: To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Chevrolet Motor Division Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center the Washington, D.C. area) or write to: P.O. Box 33170 NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Detroit, MI 48232-5170 Washington, D.C.
Page 361: Service Publications Ordering Information
Service Publications Ordering Service Bulletins Information Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars Service Manuals and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General...
Page 362: Current And Past Model Order Forms
Current and Past Model Order Forms Or you can write to: Helm, Incorporated Service Publications are available for current and P. O. Box 07130 past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, Detroit, MI 48207 please specify year and model name of the vehicle. Prices are subject to change without notice and without ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 incurring obligation.
Page 363 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ....3-29 Appearance Care ..........5-76 Accessing the Tire Inﬂator Kit ......5-70 Care of Safety Belts ........5-79 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-17 Chemical Paint Spotting ....... 5-82 Adding Washer Fluid ........5-32 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ....5-77 Additional Program Information ......
Page 364 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Bulb Replacement ........... 5-43 System Check ..........6-11 Back-Up Lamps ........... 5-47 Auxiliary Gage Package ........3-38 Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps ......... 5-44 Halogen Bulbs ..........5-43 Headlamp Aiming ........5-42 Headlamps ..........5-43 Backing Up ............
Page 365 Cargo Tie Downs ..........2-35 Child Restraints (cont.) CD Messages ........3-68, 3-80 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for Center Console Fuse Block ......5-86 the LATCH System ........1-34 Center Console Storage Area ......2-32 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Console Switchbank ......
Page 366 Convertible Top ..........2-38 Convertible Top Operation ........ 2-39 Daytime Running Lamps ........3-14 Coolant Defensive Driving ..........4-2 Engine Temperature Gage ......3-30 Defogging and Defrosting ......... 3-20 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ......5-26 Depress Brake ..........3-46 Cooling System ..........5-28 Doing Your Own Service Work ......
Page 367 Driving On Grades .......... 4-47 Engine (cont.) Driving on Snow or Ice ........4-26 Oil ............. 5-14 Driving Through Deep Standing Water ....4-20 Overheating ..........5-27 Driving Through Flowing Water ......4-20 Reduced Power Light ........3-36 Driving with a Trailer ........4-45 Starting ............
Page 368 Finish Damage ..........5-82 Fuel Level Low ..........3-47 Flash-to-Pass ........... 3-7 Fuses Flat Tire ............5-68 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-86 Flip Hall Switch Fault ........3-47 Windshield Wiper ......... 5-85 Fluid Automatic Transmission ........ 5-21 Power Steering ........... 5-31 Windshield Washer ........
Page 369 How to Check ..........5-61 How to Check Lubricant ........5-42 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-4 How to Check Power Steering Fluid ....5-31 Hdr (Header) Latch Switch Fault ....... 3-47 How to Check the Automatic Headlamp Transmission Fluid ........5-22 Aiming ............
Page 370 Inspection Brake System ..........6-13 Lamps Engine Cooling System ........ 6-13 Exterior ............3-12 Exhaust System .......... 6-13 Interior ............3-15 Fuel System ..........6-13 Lamps On Reminder ........3-13 Part C - Periodic Maintenance ....... 6-13 Lap-Shoulder Belt ........... 1-12 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive LATCH System Axle Boot and Seal ........
Page 371 Light (cont.) Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Reduced Engine Power ........ 3-36 How This Section is Organized ....... 6-3 Safety Belt Reminder ........3-24 Introduction ..........6-2 Security ............. 3-35 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 TCS Warning Light ........3-29 Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ... 6-4 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning ..
Page 372 Mode Knob ............ 3-19 Outside Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle ....2-6 Automatic Dimming Heated Mirror ....2-26 MyGMLink.com ..........7-3 Convex Mirror ..........2-26 Power Heated Mirrors ........2-25 Overseas – Customer Assistance ......7-5 Owners, Canadian ..........ii Owner’s Information ........
Page 373 Passenger Door Ajar ........3-48 Passenger Position, Safety Belts ....... 1-20 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ..1-11 Passenger’s Seat ..........1-3 Passing ..........4-13, 4-46 ® Passlock ............2-14 Payload ............4-37 Perimeter Lighting ........... 3-16 Radio Data System (RDS) ....... 3-62, 3-72 Personalization ..........
Page 374 Relay Center ..........5-91 Roof Hall Switch Fault ........3-49 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-4 Roof Tonneau ..........2-38 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation .... 2-5 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ..2-23 Removing the Cargo Cover ......2-33 Replacement Bulbs .........
Page 375 Securing a Child Restraint Special Fabric Cleaning Problems ..... 5-78 Designed for the LATCH System ....1-34 Speciﬁcations, Capacities ......... 5-94 Passenger Seat Position ....... 1-37 Speedometer ..........3-24 Security Light ..........3-35 Starter Switch Check ........6-11 Select ............3-44 Starting Your Engine ........
Page 376 Tires (cont.) Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ....5-65 Tachometer ............ 3-24 Wheel Replacement ........5-66 Tailgate ............2-9 When It Is Time for New Tires ...... 5-62 Taillamps ............5-46 Cargo Area Rails ..........2-35 TCS Warning Light .......... 3-29 Emergency Cargo Cover Release Handle ...
Page 377 Trailer Brakes ..........4-45 Trailer Wiring Harness ........4-48 Vehicle Trans (Transmission) Hot Idle ......3-51 Control ............4-6 Transmission Damage Warnings ........... iv Fluid, Automatic ........... 5-21 Loading ............4-31 Transmission Operation, Automatic ....2-17 Symbols ............iv Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Vehicle Identiﬁcation Repair Manual ..........
Page 378 Washing Your Vehicle ........5-80 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking Weatherstrip Lubrication ........6-10 on a Hill ............4-48 Weight of the Trailer ........4-39 Why Safety Belts Work ........1-8 Weight of the Trailer Tongue ......4-40 Windows ............