Buick REGAL - 2011 Owner's Manual

Buick REGAL - 2011 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 103: Table Of Contents

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Passenger Airbag Status Information Displays Indicator ....5-11 Driver Information Controls Charging System Light ..5-12 Center (DIC) .
  • Page 104: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Controls , the Onstar Owner's Guide, or the separate Navigation System Manual for more Steering Wheel information. Adjustment (Mute / End Call): Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or end a...
  • Page 105: Windshield Wiper/Washer

    Instruments and Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer Wipe Parking (Adjustable Interval Wipes): Turn the band up for more frequent If the ignition is turned to LOCK/ wipes or down for less frequent OFF while the wipers are on 1, 2, wipes. , they will immediately stop. If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to OFF before the driver door is opened, or within...
  • Page 106 Instruments and Controls windshield washer had been Setting the Time and Date activated. See for the 1. Press the CONFIG button and for information on filling location of the vehicle's antennas. select Time and Date Settings. the windshield washer fluid The compass system is designed to 2.
  • Page 107: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls Setting the Month and Day Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the Format accessory power outlets and could 1. Press the CONFIG button and overload vehicle or adapter fuses. select Time and Date Settings. If a problem is experienced, see your dealer.
  • Page 108: Warning Lights, Gauges, And

    Instruments and Controls turns off. To reset the circuit, unplug Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there the item and plug it back in or turn could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and the Remote Accessory Power (RAP) function.
  • Page 109: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Automatic Transmission Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 110: Trip Odometer

    Instruments and Controls Speedometer Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer shows the The trip odometer can show how far vehicle's speed in either kilometers the vehicle has been driven since per hour (km/h) or miles per the trip odometer was last reset. hour (mph).
  • Page 111: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

    Instruments and Controls Here are four things that some Engine Coolant owners ask about. None of these Temperature Gauge show a problem with the fuel gauge: At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated.
  • Page 112: Safety Belt Reminders

    5-10 Instruments and Controls Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder device. To turn off the warning light There is a passenger safety belt Light and/or chime, remove the object reminder light located on the center from the seat or buckle the...
  • Page 113: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator

    Instruments and Controls 5-11 turned off the right front passenger WARNING frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag. If the airbag readiness light stays If, after several seconds, both status on after the vehicle is started or indicator lights remain on, or if there comes on while driving, it means are no lights at all, there may be a the airbag system might not be...
  • Page 114: Charging System Light

    5-12 Instruments and Controls Charging System Light Malfunction Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is Indicator Lamp apparent. Heeding the light can prevent more serious damage to the A computer system called OBD II vehicle. This system assists the (On-Board Diagnostics-Second service technician in correctly Generation) monitors operation of...
  • Page 115 Instruments and Controls 5-13 costly repairs not covered by the follow the previous steps and see electrical system dries out. A few vehicle warranty. This could also your dealer for service as soon as driving trips should turn the result in a failure to pass a possible.
  • Page 116: Brake System Warning Light

    5-14 Instruments and Controls diagnostic tools to fix any The vehicle may not pass Brake System Warning mechanical or electrical problems inspection if: Light that might have developed. the Malfunction Indicator Lamp The vehicle brake system consists is on with the engine running, Emissions Inspection and of two hydraulic circuits.
  • Page 117: Electric Parking Brake Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-15 Electric Parking Brake WARNING Light The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system The brake warning light should warning light on can lead to a come on briefly when the ignition is crash.
  • Page 118: Traction Off Light

    5-16 Instruments and Controls Antilock Brake System not antilock brakes. If the regular Traction Off Light brake system warning light is also (ABS) Warning Light on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes. for all brake related This light comes on briefly while DIC messages.
  • Page 119 Instruments and Controls 5-17 Electronic Stability If the light is on and not flashing, the TCS and potentially the ESC Control (ESC)/Traction system have been disabled. Check Control System (TCS) for more information. the DIC messages to determine Indicator/Warning Light which feature(s) is no longer Electronic Stability functioning and whether it is...
  • Page 120: Tire Pressure Light

    5-18 Instruments and Controls When the Light is On Steady Engine Oil Pressure Light This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly WARNING for more information. underinflated. Do not keep driving if the oil A tire pressure message can for more information pressure is low.
  • Page 121: Low Fuel Warning Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-19 Low Fuel Warning Light Security Light The oil pressure light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on have the The immobilizer light should come vehicle serviced by your dealer. on briefly as the engine is started.
  • Page 122: Fog Lamp Light

    5-20 Instruments and Controls High-Beam on Light Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light The high-beam on light comes on For vehicles with fog lamps, this The cruise control light is white when the high-beam headlamps are light comes on when the fog lamps whenever the cruise control is set, in use.
  • Page 123: Information Displays

    Instruments and Controls 5-21 Information Displays DIC Operation and Displays DIC Buttons The DIC has different displays Driver Information which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons located on the turn Center (DIC) signal lever located on the left side The Driver Information Center (DIC) of the steering wheel.
  • Page 124 5-22 Instruments and Controls Trip/Fuel Menu Items Fuel Range driving conditions change. Unlike average economy, this display This display shows the approximate Press MENU on the turn signal cannot be reset. distance the vehicle can be driven lever until Trip/Fuel Information without refueling.
  • Page 125 Instruments and Controls 5-23 which the display will return to zero. Vehicle Information Menu To stop the timer, press SET/CLR Items briefly while Timer is displayed. To more information. Press MENU on the turn signal reset the timer to zero, press and Remaining Oil Life lever until Vehicle Information Menu hold SET/CLR.
  • Page 126: Vehicle Messages

    5-24 Instruments and Controls Remember, the Remaining Oil Vehicle Messages features of the vehicle that you may Life display must be reset after each be able to notice. At the point that Messages displayed on the DIC oil change. It will not reset itself. features are disabled, this message indicate the status of the vehicle or Also, be careful not to reset the...
  • Page 127: Compass Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-25 Press Brake Pedal To Release Compass Messages Passenger Door Open Park Brake This message will display when the front passenger door is open. Close This message is displayed if you This message is displayed when the the door completely.
  • Page 128: Engine Oil Messages

    5-26 Instruments and Controls When the coolant temperature unsafe temperatures for operation. Engine Oil Hot, Idle Engine returns to normal, the air Stop and turn off the vehicle as This message displays when the conditioning compressor turns back soon as it is safe to do so to avoid engine oil temperature is too hot.
  • Page 129: Engine Power Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-27 Engine Power Messages Key and Lock Messages Ride Control System Messages Engine Power Is Reduced Replace Battery In Remote Key Service Traction Control This message displays when the This message displays when the vehicle's engine power is reduced. battery in the Remote Keyless Entry This message displays when there Reduced engine power can affect...
  • Page 130: Tire Messages

    5-28 Instruments and Controls Sport Mode On Tire Messages Transmission Messages This message displays when using Check XXX Tire Pressure or Service Transmission the interactive drive control. See Add Air To Tire This message displays if there is a problem with the transmission. See This message displays if the vehicle for more information.
  • Page 131: Window Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-29 Window Messages Vehicle 3. Press the center of the MENU/ SELECT knob to select the Personalization Open, Then Close Driver Vehicle Settings menu. Window The following list of menu items will The audio system controls are used be available: This message is displayed when the to access the personalization...
  • Page 132 5-30 Instruments and Controls Climate and Air Quality Air Conditioning Mode temperature setting is changed. Selecting Dual Zone or Last Setting This allows selection of automatic Select the Climate and Air Quality will keep the passenger temperature start of the air conditioning upon menu and the following will be adjustment separate from the vehicle start.
  • Page 133 Instruments and Controls 5-31 Auto Rear Defog Collision/Detection Systems Lighting This allows the auto rear defog to Select the Collision/Detection Select the Lighting menu and the be turned on or off. This feature will Systems menu and Park Assist will following will be displayed: automatically turn on the rear be displayed.
  • Page 134 5-32 Instruments and Controls Power Door Locks Auto Door Unlock Press the MENU/SELECT knob when Delayed Door Lock is This allows selection of which of the Select Power Door Locks and the highlighted to select On or Off. doors will automatically unlock when following will be displayed: Press BACK to return to the the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
  • Page 135 Instruments and Controls 5-33 Remote Lock Feedback Remote Door Unlock Return to Factory Settings This allows selection of what type of This allows selection of which doors Select Return to Factory Settings to feedback is given when locking the will unlock when pressing the unlock return all of the vehicle vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
  • Page 136 5-34 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
  • Page 143: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction For more information, see System Read the following pages to Contact your dealer become familiar with the audio before adding any equipment. system's features. Adding audio or communication Introduction equipment could interfere with WARNING Introduction ....7-1 the operation of the vehicle's Theft-Deterrent Feature .
  • Page 144 Infotainment System Theft-Deterrent Feature Overview The theft-deterrent feature works by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to the infotainment system. The infotainment system does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle. A. RADIO / BAND B.
  • Page 145 Infotainment System Radio: Manually selects H. FAV 1/2/3 radio stations. Radio: Opens the Radio: Seeks the previous CD: Selects tracks. favorites list. station. M. CD Slot INFO CD: Select the previous N. BACK track or rewinds within a Radio: Shows available track.
  • Page 146 Infotainment System ® Operation For vehicles without OnStar , press BACK: Press to: to mute the infotainment Exit a menu. Controls system. To cancel mute, press Return from a submenu screen again, or turn the knob. The infotainment system is operated to the previous menu screen.
  • Page 147 Infotainment System Submenus Setting a Value Entering a Character Sequence An arrow on the right hand edge of 1. Turn the knob to change 1. Turn the knob to highlight the menu indicates that it has a the current value of the setting. the character.
  • Page 148 Infotainment System Adjusting the Fader and Balance Press the BACK button to go back 3. Press and hold the knob to the Tone Settings menu. until the value changes to 0. System Settings Press the BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu.
  • Page 149: Am-Fm Radio

    Infotainment System 5. Press the BACK button to go Configuring the Number of Radio back to the System Favorites Pages Configuration menu. AM-FM Radio Maximum Startup Volume Control Buttons The maximum volume played when The buttons used to control the the radio is first turned on can radio are: be set.
  • Page 150 Infotainment System AS 1/2: Press to open the Selecting a Band Favorites List autostore list and select auto store Press the RADIO/BAND button to 1. Press the knob. pages. choose AM, FM, or XM , 2. Select Favorites List. if equipped. The last station that RDS (Radio Data System) was playing starts playing again.
  • Page 151 Infotainment System To search for a programming type To cancel the station search, press Autostore Stations determined by station: knob. AS 1/2 (Autostore): Autostore searches and stores six FM and 1. Press the knob. Storing a Station as a Favorite six AM stations with the strongest 2.
  • Page 152: Satellite Radio

    7-10 Infotainment System Satellite Radio Control Buttons Selecting the XM Band The buttons used to control the XM Press the RADIO/BAND button to Vehicles with an XM Satellite radio are: choose between the AM, FM, and Radio tuner and a valid XM Satellite XM bands.
  • Page 153 Infotainment System 7-11 Selecting an XM Channel Up to six channels can be stored in 2. Press the knob to select each favorites page and the number the channel, or leave the XM channels can be selected by of available favorites pages can channel highlighted.
  • Page 154: Radio Reception

    7-12 Infotainment System Loading XM: The audio system is No Information: The system is Check Antenna: If this message acquiring and processing audio and working properly. No text or does not clear within a short period text data. No action is needed. This informational messages are of time, the receiver could have a message should disappear shortly.
  • Page 155: Backglass Antenna

    Infotainment System 7-13 static can occur, especially around under heavy foliage, bridges, reception, the antenna connector tall buildings or hills, causing the garages, or tunnels may cause loss needs to be properly attached to the sound to fade in and out. of the XM signal for a period of time.
  • Page 156: Audio Players

    7-14 Infotainment System Do not apply aftermarket Audio Players mild neutral detergent solution glass tinting with metallic film. mixed with water, and clean it. Wipe The metallic film in some tinting the disc from the center to the CD Player materials will interfere with or outer edge.
  • Page 157 Infotainment System 7-15 Control Buttons If the disc is not removed after it is Playing Tracks in Random Order ejected, it is pulled back in after a The buttons used to control the CD Press the knob and then set few seconds.
  • Page 158: Auxiliary Devices

    7-16 Infotainment System Searching for MP3 Tracks Auxiliary Devices Portable devices are controlled by using the menu system described in The search feature may take some This vehicle may have an 3.5 mm time to display the information after (1/8 in) auxiliary input jack and a reading the disc due to the amount Using the 3.5 mm (1/8 in) USB port, located in the center...
  • Page 159 Infotainment System 7-17 Albums USB Port Repeat Song Titles For vehicles with a USB port, the Press the knob and set following devices may be connected Podcasts Repeat to On or Off, then press the and controlled by the infotainment BACK button to return the main Genres system.
  • Page 160 7-18 Infotainment System Song Titles Repeat On: Repeats the current Searching for a Track track. Podcasts It is normal for the search feature to Repeat Off: Starts playing from the take some time to display the Genres beginning of the current track after information after reading the device To search for tracks: the last track finishes.
  • Page 161 Infotainment System 7-19 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, Phone Steering Wheel Controls Song Titles, Genres, (Push to Talk): Press to or Folder View. Bluetooth (Overview) answer incoming calls, to confirm 4. Select the track. system information, and to start Vehicles with a Bluetooth system voice recognition.
  • Page 162: Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)

    7-20 Infotainment System When to Speak: A tone sounds to The pairing process can be started indicate that the system is ready for for Federal by using the voice recognition a voice command. Wait for the tone Communications Commission (FCC) system or the controls on the and then speak.
  • Page 163 Infotainment System 7-21 Pairing a Phone Locate the device named Deleting a Paired Phone General Motors or Your 1. Press the CONFIG button. 1. Press the CONFIG button. Vehicle in the list on the cell 2. Select Phone Settings. 2. Select Phone Settings. phone and follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the 3.
  • Page 164 7-22 Infotainment System Making a Call Accepting a Call 3. Enter the character sequence then select call. See Entering a Turn the knob to Answer and 1. Press the button twice. Character Sequence in press the knob. 2. Enter the character sequence. more information.
  • Page 165 Infotainment System 7-23 Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Calling, if available. Refer to the To link to a different paired phone, OnStar Owner's Guide for more see Linking to a Different Phone (DTMF) Tones information. later in this section. The in vehicle Bluetooth system can The pairing process can be started Pairing a Phone send numbers during a call.
  • Page 166 7-24 Infotainment System 4. Start the pairing process on the Listing All Paired and Connected Deleting a Paired Phone cell phone that will be paired to Phones 1. Press the vehicle. Reference the cell 1. Press phone manufacturer's user guide For vehicles without a for information on this process.
  • Page 167 Infotainment System 7-25 4. Say the name of the phone to be 2. Say Bluetooth. The system Using the Store Command deleted. If the phone name is responds Bluetooth ready, The store command allows a phone unknown, use the List followed by a tone.
  • Page 168 7-26 Infotainment System If the system does not the number is stored, the 3. Say the first digit to be stored. recognize the phone system returns to the The system will repeat back the number, the response is main menu. digit it heard followed by a tone.
  • Page 169 Infotainment System 7-27 If the name tag sounds 2. Say Directory. The system Hands Free. The system correct, say Yes and the responds Directory and lists all responds Ready, followed name tag is stored. After stored name tags. The system by a tone.
  • Page 170 7-28 Infotainment System For vehicles with a Using the Delete All Name Tags route destination directory. Are navigation system, the Command you sure you want to do this? system responds with a Please say yes or no. The delete all name tags command tone.
  • Page 171 Infotainment System 7-29 not correct, say No. The 4. Continue entering digits until the 2. Say Call. The system responds system will ask for the number to be dialed is complete. Call using <phone name>. number again. After the entire number has been Please say the name tag, entered, say Dial.
  • Page 172 7-30 Infotainment System Using the Re dial Command Receiving a Call Three Way Calling When an incoming call is received, Three way calling must be 1. Press the audio system mutes and a ring supported on the Bluetooth phone For vehicles without a tone is heard in the vehicle.
  • Page 173 Infotainment System 7-31 Muting a Call To Transfer Audio to the Cell For vehicles with a navigation Phone system, press during a call During a call, all sounds from inside with the audio on the cell phone. During a call with the audio in the the vehicle can be muted so that the If the audio does not transfer to the vehicle:...
  • Page 174 7-32 Infotainment System Hands Free. The system Sending a Number During a Call Sending a Stored Name Tag responds Ready, followed During a Call 1. Press . The system by a tone. 1. Press . The system responds Ready, followed by 2.
  • Page 175 Infotainment System 7-33 Clearing the System Bluetooth Pairing Pairing information: Up to five cell phones can be Unless information is deleted out of To make calls with a Bluetooth paired to the Bluetooth system. the in vehicle Bluetooth system, it enabled cell phone through your will be retained indefinitely.
  • Page 176 7-34 Infotainment System Pairing a Phone location through the Bluetooth Serial Port Profile is not 1. Press the CONFIG control available. button repeatedly until the Phone menu is shown. 3. Select Add New Phone. The pairing process will begin searching for Bluetooth devices on your cellular pone.
  • Page 177 Infotainment System 7-35 system voice prompt then repeats the name you provided for confirmation: say Yes. 5. The system responds with phone name has been successfully paired after the pairing process is complete. Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1. Press the CONFIG control button repeatedly until the 3.
  • Page 178 7-36 Infotainment System Deleting a Paired Phone 1. Press the CONFIG control button repeatedly until the Phone menu is shown. 3. Select the Device List submenu. 4. Select the phone to be deleted and then follow the on-screen prompts to delete the device from the system.
  • Page 179 Infotainment System 7-37 5. Once a phone has been deleted, 2. Select the Bluetooth submenu. 4. Select the phone to be linked the only way to connect back to and then follow the on-screen that phone is to pair the phone prompts.
  • Page 180 7-38 Infotainment System Making a Call Enter Number Use to enter a phone number and Press located on the faceplate of make a call. the infotainment system, to access the phone menu. 1. Press the Enter Number selection. A dial pad displays. 5.
  • Page 181 Infotainment System 7-39 Accepting or Declining an Declining a Call Incoming Call Press the on the steering When an incoming call is received, wheel controls or select the Decline the audio is muted and ring tone option on the screen. sounds.
  • Page 182 7-40 Infotainment System Conference Calling Ending a Call Conference and three-way calling must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. To start a conference while in a current call: 1. Press the control button on the faceplate until the Phone main screen is shown with the...
  • Page 183 Infotainment System 7-41 Mute or UnMute a Call Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones 1. Press the control button. The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can 2. Select the Mute call. send numbers during a call. This is used when calling a menu-driven 3.
  • Page 184 7-42 Infotainment System NOTES...
  • Page 237 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ..10-13 Cooling System ... . 10-15 Bulb Replacement ..10-28 Engine Coolant ... . . 10-16 Halogen Bulbs .
  • Page 238 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ....10-56 Tires ......10-38 For service and parts needs, visit Wheel Alignment and Tire Winter Tires .
  • Page 239 Most motor vehicles, including this Certain types of automotive Adding non dealer accessories to one, contain and/or emit chemicals applications, such as airbag the vehicle can affect vehicle known to the State of California to initiators, seat belt pretensioners, performance and safety, including cause cancer and birth defects or and lithium batteries contained in such things as airbags, braking,...
  • Page 240 GM Accessories are designed to If doing some of your own service complement and function with other work, use the proper service systems on the vehicle. Your GM manual. It tells you much more dealer can accessorize the vehicle about how to service the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories.
  • Page 241 To close the hood: 1. Before closing the hood, be sure To open the hood: all the filler caps are on properly. 2. Lower the hood 30 cm (12 in) above the vehicle and release it so it fully latches. Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the process if necessary.
  • Page 243 E. Transmission Fluid Cap and H. Battery Cover. See Dipstick. See B. Engine Cover. Engine Coolant Reservoir and Pressure Cap. See C. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Power Steering Reservoir and Cap. See Windshield Washer Fluid D. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Reservoir.
  • Page 245 K. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See B. Engine Cover. C. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See D. Engine Oil Dipstick. See It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to If the oil is below the cross-hatched E.
  • Page 246 or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. American Petroleum Institute (API) starburst symbol for the location of the engine oil fill cap. Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating In an area of extreme cold, where range.
  • Page 247 SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification.
  • Page 248 engine oils that meet the once a year and at this time the requirements of the dexos system must be reset. Your dealer specification. has trained service people who will perform this work using genuine This vehicle has a computer system Substitute Engine Oil: When adding parts and reset the system.
  • Page 249 3. Press the set button to clear the from the filter before disposal. Never The procedure can be found in the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON dispose of oil by putting it in the service manual. To purchase a message and/or restore the trash or pouring it on the ground, service manual, see REMAINING OIL LIFE 100%...
  • Page 250 If you are driving in dusty/dirty 7. Inspect or replace the engine air conditions, inspect the filter at cleaner/filter. each engine oil change. 8. Reverse Steps 2 through 4 to reinstall the filter cover housing. To inspect the air cleaner/filter, 1.
  • Page 251 3. Disconnect the electrical connector (C). The cooling system allows the 4. Remove the screws (A) on top of Operating the engine with the air engine to maintain the correct the engine air cleaner/filter cleaner/filter off can cause you or working temperature.
  • Page 252 The cooling system in the vehicle is ® Heater and radiator hoses, and filled with DEX-COOL engine other engine parts, can be very coolant. This coolant is designed to hot. Do not touch them. If you do, remain in the vehicle for 5 years or you can be burned.
  • Page 253 Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, ® drinkable water and DEX-COOL The vehicle must be on a level coolant. If using this mixture, surface when checking the coolant nothing else needs to be added. level. This mixture: Adding only plain water to the Check to see if coolant is visible in cooling system can be Gives freezing protection down...
  • Page 254 the coolant surge tank pressure engine could get too hot but you even a little they can would not get the overheat come out at high speed. Never warning. The engine could catch turn the cap when the cooling fire and you or others could be system, including the coolant burned.
  • Page 255 By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper ® DEX-COOL coolant mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the indicated level mark. 5.
  • Page 256 The vehicle has several indicators If an engine overheat warning is to warn of engine overheating. displayed but no steam can be seen You will find an engine coolant or heard, the problem may not be temperature gauge on the vehicle's Steam from an overheated engine too serious.
  • Page 257 If the temperature overheat gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer To check the power steering fluid: displays, the vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive the vehicle slow for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe vehicle distance from the car in front of you.
  • Page 258 4. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. 5. Remove the cap again and look When windshield washer fluid is at the fluid level on the dipstick. needed, be sure to read the The fluid level should be between manufacturer's instructions before the MIN (Minimum) and MAX use.
  • Page 259 Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the Every time the brakes are applied, This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly with or without the vehicle moving, brake pads have built-in wear applied.
  • Page 260 hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later Use only new DOT 4 brake fluid the brakes will not work well. from a sealed container. It is Do not top off the brake fluid. recommended that the brake Adding fluid does not correct a leak.
  • Page 261 Extended Storage: Remove the black, negative ( ) cable from the battery or use a battery trickle Battery posts, terminals, and charger. related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
  • Page 262 3. For automatic transmission 3. With the engine off, turn the vehicles, try to start the engine ignition to ON/RUN, but do not in each gear. The vehicle should start the engine. Without start only in P (Park) or applying the regular brake, try to N (Neutral).
  • Page 263 To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. When you are doing this check, Contact your dealer if service is the vehicle could begin to move. required.
  • Page 264 3. With the latch open, pull the wiper blade down towards the Headlamp aim has been preset at For the proper type of replacement windshield far enough to release the factory and should need no bulbs, see it from the J-hooked end of the further adjustment.
  • Page 265 2. Remove the outside cap for the low-beam headlamp/DRL bulb replacement from the back of the headlamp assembly. 3. Remove the inside cap for the high-beam headlamp bulb replacement from the back of the headlamp assembly. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  • Page 266 6. For the driver side, reinstall the windshield washer bottle filler neck by firmly pushing it straight into the bottle. Ensure that the To replace the front turn signal, filler neck clip engages into the parking lamp, or side marker lamp: underhood electrical center retainer.
  • Page 267 3. Remove the two nuts that 8. Turn the bulb socket clockwise secure the taillamp assembly. to install it. 4. Remove the taillamp assembly 9. Reverse Steps 2 through 4 to and detach the wiring harness reinstall the taillamp assembly. connector.
  • Page 268 5. Push the replacement bulb straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket clockwise to License Plate Lamp install it into the lamp assembly. Low Beam 6. Push the lamp assembly back Headlamp/Daytime into position until the release tab The vehicle has fuses and circuit Running locks into place.
  • Page 269 Fuses and circuit breakers protect the following in the vehicle: If the wiper motor overheats due to Headlamp Wiring heavy snow or ice, the windshield The wiring circuits in the vehicle are wipers will stop until the motor cools Windshield Wiper Motor protected from short circuits by a and will then restart.
  • Page 270 Transmission Control Module Engine Control Module Not Used Not Used Ignition, Transmission Control Module, Engine Control Module To remove the fuse block cover, Windshield Wiper press the three retaining clips on Not Used the cover and lift it straight up. Fuel Injection, Ignition System Even...
  • Page 271 Starter Power Outlets Right Hand High Beam Fuel System Control Antilock Brake Headlamp Module System Pump Left Hand Secondary Air Electric Parking High Beam Induction Brake Headlamp Not Used Heated Rear Not Used Window Vacuum Pump Not Used Left Hand Seat Ignition, Airbag Lumbar Vacuum Pump...
  • Page 272 Right Hand Low Secondary Air Not Used Beam, High Intensity Induction Starter Discharge Heated Mirrors Cooling Fan (LHU) Headlamp Not Used Left Hand Low Front Wiper (Step 2) Canister Vent Beam, High Intensity Front Wiper (Step 1, Solenoid Discharge Interval) Headlamp Not Used SAI Valve...
  • Page 273 To access the fuses, open the storage compartment. Press in on Radio the sides of the compartment to Ignition release it from the instrument panel. Radio Displays, Pull the door toward you to release Secondary Park assist, it from the hinge. AIR Pump Infotainment, Module Tunnel...
  • Page 274 Left Hand Power Automatic Occupant Front Seat Sensing Your new vehicle comes with Diagnostic Link Instrument Panel high-quality tires made by a Connector Cluster leading tire manufacturer. If you Airbag Discrete Logic ever have questions about your Ignition Switch Trunk Release tire warranty and where to Body Control obtain service, see your vehicle...
  • Page 275 If you expect to drive on snow or ice Under inflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires can covered roads often, you may want same danger as overloaded cause a crash. Only your to get winter tires for your vehicle. tires.
  • Page 276 If you choose to use winter tires: criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. Use tires of the same brand and GM's TPC specifications meet or tread type on all four wheel exceed all federal safety positions. guidelines.
  • Page 277 The type compact spare tire, see of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. Tire manufacturers are required to The letters and numbers grade tires based on three following the DOT (Department performance factors: treadwear, of Transportation) code is the traction, and temperature Tire Identification Number...
  • Page 278 A two digit temporary use tire or compact number that indicates the tire spare tire should be inflated to height to width measurements. 420 kPa (60 psi). For more For example, if the tire size The following illustration shows information on tire pressure and aspect ratio is 60, as shown in an example of a typical inflation see...
  • Page 279 These power brakes, power windows, before a tire has built up heat characters represent the load power seats, and air from driving. See index and speed rating of the conditioning. tire. The load index represents The relationship The weight of a the load carrying capacity a tire of a tire's height to its width.
  • Page 280 Gross Vehicle Weight An assigned Rating. See number ranging from 1 to 279 Designated seating positions. that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire. Gross Axle Weight side of an asymmetrical tire that Rating for the front axle. See has a particular side that faces The maximum air pressure to outward when mounted on a...
  • Page 281 The friction between The ratings are molded into the Vehicle the tire and the road surface. sidewall of the tire. See manufacturer's recommended The amount of grip provided. tire inflation pressure as shown The portion of a tire that on the tire placard. See comes into contact with the road.
  • Page 282 comfort. Never load your vehicle with more weight than it was Tires need the correct amount of designed to carry. air pressure to operate effectively. A vehicle-specific Tire and Loading Information label is Check your tires once a month attached to your vehicle. This or more.
  • Page 283 your vehicle has been sitting for Vehicles with P235/50R18 size tires require inflation pressure adjustment at least three hours or driven no when driving the vehicle at speeds more than 1.6 km (1 mile). of 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher. Remove the valve cap from the Set the cold inflation pressure to tire valve stem.
  • Page 284 pressure telltale when one or The TPMS malfunction indicator is more of your tires is significantly combined with the low tire pressure under inflated. telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for The Tire Pressure Monitor System Accordingly, when the low tire approximately one minute and then (TPMS) uses radio and sensor...
  • Page 285 DIC operation and displays, see The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when for information the vehicle is first started, and then regarding Part 15 of the Federal When a low tire pressure condition turn off as you start to drive. This Communications Commission (FCC) is detected, the TPMS illuminates could be an early indicator that the...
  • Page 286 The TPMS sensor matching Your vehicle's TPMS can warn you process was started but not about a low tire pressure condition, completed or not completed but it does not replace normal tire The TPMS will not function properly successfully after rotating the maintenance.
  • Page 287 Operating electronic devices or The TPMS sensors can also be 3. Use the MENU button to select being near facilities using radio matched to each tire/wheel position the Vehicle Information Menu in wave frequencies similar to the by increasing or decreasing the the Driver Information TPMS could cause the TPMS tire's air pressure.
  • Page 288 The tread or sidewall is for five seconds, or until a horn 13. Set all four tires to the cracked, cut, or snagged chirp sounds. The horn chirp, recommended air pressure deep enough to show cord or which may take up to level as indicated on the Tire 30 seconds to sound, confirms and Loading Information label.
  • Page 289 Any time you notice unusual After the tires have been wear, rotate the tires as soon rotated, adjust the front and rear as possible and check wheel inflation pressures as shown on rust or dirt from places where the alignment. Also check for the Tire and Loading Information wheel attaches to the vehicle.
  • Page 290 typically need to be replaced due to wear before they may need to be GM has developed and matched replaced due to age. Consult the tire specific tires for your vehicle. manufacturer for more information The original equipment tires on when tires should be replaced. installed on your vehicle, when it was new, were designed to Tires age when stored normally...
  • Page 291 traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM's TPC Spec correct size, brand, and type Tires could explode during number is molded onto the tire's improper service. You or others of tires on all wheels. It is all sidewall near the tire size. If the could be injured or killed if you right to drive with your tires have an all season tread...
  • Page 292 size, load range, speed rating, and construction type (radial and bias belted tires) as your suffer serious injury. Only use GM If you add wheels or tires that are a vehicle's original tires. specific wheel and tire systems different size than your original developed for your vehicle, and Vehicles that have a tire equipment wheels and tires, this...
  • Page 293 Traffic Safety Administration All Passenger Car Tires Must (NHTSA), which grades tires Conform to Federal Safety The traction grades, from by treadwear, traction, and Requirements In Addition To highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, temperature performance. This These Grades. and C.
  • Page 294 conditions on a specified indoor which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these laboratory test wheel. Sustained conditions exist. high temperature can cause the The tires and wheels on the vehicle material of the tire to degenerate Your dealer will know the kind of were aligned and balanced carefully and reduce tire life, and...
  • Page 295 dangerous. It could affect the The area damaged by the tire braking and handling of your chains could cause you to lose Putting a used wheel on the vehicle, make your tires lose air control of the vehicle and you or vehicle is dangerous.
  • Page 296 be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently brake to a It is unusual for a tire to blowout stop, well off the road if possible. Lifting a vehicle and getting while you are driving, especially if under it to do maintenance or you maintain your vehicle's tires repairs is dangerous without the...
  • Page 297 The following information explains how to repair or change a tire. Changing a tire can be the one being changed. That dangerous. The vehicle can slip would be the tire on the other off the jack and roll over or fall on side, at the opposite end of the you or other people.
  • Page 298 3. Pull the cover or center cap away from the wheel. Store the wheel cover in the cargo area until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. 3. Turn the retainer nut counterclockwise and remove the spare tire. Place the spare tire next to the tire being Take off the wheel cover or center changed.
  • Page 299 Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. Place the jack notch, as shown.
  • Page 300 8. Attach the jack handle extension onto the jack by sliding the hook through the end of the jack. paper towel to do this; but be sure 9. Place the jack under the vehicle. to use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off.
  • Page 301 Never use oil or grease on bolts aftermarket manufacturer when or nuts because the nuts might using accessory locking wheel come loose. The vehicle's wheel nuts. See could fall off, causing a crash. original equipment wheel nut 15. Reinstall the wheel nuts. torque specifications.
  • Page 302 When reinstalling the wheel cover or center cap on the full-size tire, tighten all five plastic caps hand snug with the aid of the wheel wrench and tighten them with the wheel wrench an additional Storing a jack, a tire, or other one quarter of a turn.
  • Page 303 To store the compact spare tire, use After installing the compact spare Do not use the compact spare on the shorter mounting bolt. on the vehicle, stop as soon as other vehicles. possible and make sure the spare The compact spare is for temporary Do not mix the compact spare tire or tire is correctly inflated.
  • Page 304 If the battery has run down, try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. The jump start negative (A) is the Be sure to use the following steps to power steering line fitting and bolt do it safely.
  • Page 305 2. Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching. 3. Set the parking brake firmly and An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that put the shift lever in P (Park). when the engine is not running first.
  • Page 306 7. Connect one end of the black 9. Start the engine in the vehicle negative ( ) cable to the with the good battery and run negative ( ) terminal of the good the engine at idle speed for at battery (C).
  • Page 307 To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles: 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. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the Consult your dealer or a good battery.
  • Page 308 What is the distance that will be travelled? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow. Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another Is the proper towing equipment vehicle, such as behind a going to be used? See your motorhome.
  • Page 309 5. Release the parking brake only 3. Shift the transmission to after the vehicle being towed is P (Park). firmly attached to the towing 4. Firmly set the parking brake. vehicle. 5. Use an adequate clamping When towing the vehicle for device designed for towing to extended periods of time, start the ensure that the front wheels are...
  • Page 310 Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap Foreign materials such as calcium to clean exterior lamps and lenses. chloride and other salts, ice melting Follow instructions under Washing agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, the Vehicle later in this section.
  • Page 311 High pressure car washes could cause water to enter the vehicle. Avoid using high pressure washes Bright metal parts should be closer than 30 cm (12 in) to the cleaned regularly to keep their surface of the vehicle. Use of power luster.
  • Page 312 The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft, The surface of these wheels is clean cloth with mild soap and similar to the painted surface of the water. Rinse with clean water. After vehicle.
  • Page 313 Wipers can be damaged by: Original manufacturer replacement At least every spring, flush these parts will provide the corrosion materials from the underbody with Extreme dusty conditions protection while maintaining the plain water. Clean any areas where Sand and salt vehicle warranty.
  • Page 314 Never apply heavy pressure or plastic surfaces. Stains should be rub aggressively with a cleaning removed quickly as extreme heat cloth. Use of heavy pressure can could cause them to set rapidly. damage the interior and does Lighter colored interiors may require not improve the effectiveness of more frequent cleaning.
  • Page 315 only be used on floor carpet and 5. If the soil is not completely coatings that are sold to preserve carpeted floor mats. For soils, removed, use a mild soap and protect leather may always try to remove them first with solution and repeat the cleaning permanently change the plain water or club soda.
  • Page 316 use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents GM floor mats are designed for use to clean the vehicle's interior Pull up on the rear of the floor mat in GM vehicles. because they can alter the to unlock each retainer and remove. appearance by increasing the gloss Use the following guidelines for in a non-uniform manner.

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