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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Exterior Lighting ... . . 1-11 Driver Efficiency Gauge ..1-20 Windshield Wiper/Washer ..1-12 Automatic Engine Start/Stop Climate Controls ... . . 1-13 Feature .
  • Page 9 19. Shift Lever. See 9. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Equipped). (If Equipped). (If Equipped). (If Equipped). 3. Turn and Lane-Change Lever. (If Equipped). Driver Information Center Buttons. See Equipped). Driver Information Center Display. See 18. Shift Lever Position Indicator. 6.
  • Page 10 Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again This section provides a brief to cancel the panic alarm. overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.

  • Page 11: Door Locks

    When the engine starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as To lock or unlock the doors: The trunk may be opened by long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate pressing on the Remote From inside the vehicle, use the...
  • Page 12 3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place. Press and hold the top or bottom of the switch (2) to raise or lower the seat. Release the switch (2) when the desired height is reached. To raise or recline the seatback, use the lever (1) on the outboard side of the seat.
  • Page 13 To adjust the lumbar support, If available, the MEM, 1, and 2 if available: buttons on the outboard side of the To raise or recline the seatback, tilt driver seat are used to manually Press and hold the front or rear the top of the vertical control save and recall the driver seat and of the control to increase or...

  • Page 14: Seats

    placed in OFF. These automatically Press the button once for the stored positions are referred to as highest setting. With each press of RKE Memory positions. the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting.

  • Page 15: Instrument Panel

    The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger Refer to the following sections for sensing system. important information on how to use To adjust the mirrors: The passenger airbag status safety belts properly: indicator will be visible on the...
  • Page 16 Vehicles with OnStar® have three 2. Move the steering wheel up control buttons at the bottom of the or down. mirror. See your dealer for more 3. Pull or push the steering wheel information on the system and how closer or away from you. to subscribe to OnStar.
  • Page 17 Turns the lamps on when any door is opened. Keeps the lamps on all the time. There are front and rear reading lamps. The rear reading lamps are located in the headliner. The exterior lamp control is located Press to turn each lamp on the instrument panel on the on or off.

  • Page 18: Windshield Wiper/Washer

    Move the lever up to INT for Turns on the parking lamps, intermittent wipes, then turn the together with the sidemarker lamps, INT band up for more frequent taillamps, license plate lamps, and wipes or down for less frequent instrument panel lights. wipes.
  • Page 19 The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with these systems. 1. Power 7. Passenger Temperature Control 2. Driver Temperature Control 8. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 3. Defrost 9. Rear Window Defogger 4. Fan Control 10. Heated Steering Wheel 5.

  • Page 20: Transmission

    Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows shifting an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. DSC can be enabled through the shift lever. See 1. Power 10. Eco Air Conditioning 2. Driver Temperature Control 11. Comfort Air Conditioning 3. Defrost 12. ZONE 4.

  • Page 21: Radio(S)

    Stations from all bands can be Vehicles with a SiriusXM® satellite stored in the favorite lists in any radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM order. Up to six stations can be satellite radio subscription can Press to turn the system stored in each favorite page and the receive SiriusXM programming.

  • Page 22: Bluetooth ®

    Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm to turn the sound on. For vehicles (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, port in the center console bin. press to reject an incoming call, External devices such as iPods®, or to end a current call.

  • Page 23: Cruise Control

    Move the thumbwheel down toward SET/- to set a speed and activate cruise control, or to make the vehicle decelerate. Press to set or clear the menu item when it is See the infotainment manual for displayed. information on the radio, audio Use the thumbwheel to players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition.

  • Page 24: Power Outlets

    8 km/h (5 mph). URPA uses audible beeps to provide distance and Some vehicle features can be system information. programmed by using the audio Keep the sensors on the vehicle's system controls. These features rear bumper clean to ensure proper include: operation.

  • Page 25: Sunroof

    express-open the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of the switch (2). To express-close, fully press and release the front of the If the vehicle has eAssist, there are switch (1). To stop the sunroof several additional features which partway, press either switch a contribute to increased efficiency.

  • Page 26: Information

    This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist In emergency situations, first (HSA) feature, which may be useful responders can cut the two clearly when the vehicle is stopped on a labeled cut points in the engine grade. See compartment to disable the high voltage battery and air bag systems - do not cut the high voltage cable.

  • Page 27: Feature

    mode. Remember to shift to P (Park) Vehicles with eAssist also have a and turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF high voltage battery. Only a trained before exiting the vehicle. service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, Vehicles with eAssist have an test, or replace the high voltage automatic engine start/stop feature.

  • Page 28: System (Tcs)

    The StabliTrak system assists with This vehicle may have a Tire directional control of the vehicle in Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started. The traction control system limits To turn off both TCS and wheel spin.

  • Page 29: Compressor Kit

    indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be The engine oil life system calculates Vehicles that have a yellow fuel cap inflated to the proper pressure. engine oil life based on vehicle use can use either unleaded gasoline or The TPMS does not replace normal and displays the CHANGE ENGINE ethanol fuel containing up to 85%...

  • Page 30: Program

    Roadside Assistance, and relay the Follow recommended scheduled exact location to send help. maintenance. U.S.: 1-800-252-1112 TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438 Canada: 1-800-268-6800 Mexico: 01-800-466-0818 As the owner of a new Buick, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program.

  • Page 105: Adjustment

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Airbag Readiness Light ..5-14 Information Displays Passenger Airbag Status Driver Information Controls Indicator ....5-15 Center (DIC) .

  • Page 106: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Tire Messages ....5-38 Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel Transmission Messages ..5-38 while driving. Window Messages ... 5-39 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls Vehicle Personalization...

  • Page 107: Climate Controls

    Instruments and Controls Heated Steering Wheel The windshield wiper/washer lever is on the right side of the steering For vehicles with a heated steering , or the column. With the ignition in ACC/ wheel, the button for this feature is navigation manual for more ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move located on the climate control...
  • Page 108 Instruments and Controls Damaged blades should be Compass (Windshield Washer): Pull replaced. See the windshield wiper lever toward The vehicle may have a compass you to spray windshield washer fluid display on the Driver Information and activate the wipers. The wipers Heavy snow or ice can overload the Center (DIC).

  • Page 109: Infotainment System

    Instruments and Controls provide a heading again. See 5. To save the time and return to 5. To save the time or date and the Time Settings menu, press return to the Time and Date for more information on the BACK button at any time Settings menu, press the messages that may be displayed for...
  • Page 110 Instruments and Controls Setting the Auto Time Adjust 2. Press + or to decrease or door is opened within 10 minutes of increase the Hours and Minutes turning off the vehicle. See 1. Press the CONFIG button and displayed on the clock. select Time and Date Settings, 12/24 HR Format: Press the 12 HR or press...
  • Page 111 Instruments and Controls Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternating than 150 watts is plugged into the The power outlet is not designed for Current outlet, and no system fault is the following equipment, and may detected. not work properly if any of the The vehicle may have a power following is plugged in: outlet that can be used to plug in...
  • Page 112 Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators...
  • Page 113 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 114 5-10 Instruments and Controls English eAssist Shown, Metric eAssist Similar...
  • Page 115 Instruments and Controls 5-11 Speedometer status. When pointing to AUTO Fuel Gauge STOP, the engine is off but the The speedometer shows the vehicle is on and can move. The vehicle's speed in either kilometers engine could auto start at any time. per hour (km/h) or miles per When the indicator points to OFF, hour (mph).

  • Page 116: Driver Efficiency Gauge

    5-12 Instruments and Controls The gauge takes a few seconds When the ignition is on, the fuel The gauge moves to the left when to stabilize after the ignition is gauge indicates about how much braking and to the right when turned on, and goes back to fuel is left in the tank.

  • Page 117: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

    Instruments and Controls 5-13 Engine Coolant This reading indicates the same thing as the warning light. It means Temperature Gauge that the engine coolant has overheated. If the vehicle has been operating under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible.

  • Page 118: Airbag Readiness Light

    5-14 Instruments and Controls their safety belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. module. For more information on the on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle continues several times if airbag system, see This cycle may continue several the passenger remains or becomes times if the driver remains or...

  • Page 119: Charging System Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-15 If you are using remote start, WARNING (CONTINUED) WARNING if equipped, to start the vehicle from a distance, you may not see the without a crash. To help avoid If the airbag readiness light ever system check. Then, after several injury, have the vehicle serviced comes on and stays on, it means more seconds, the status indicator...

  • Page 120: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    5-16 Instruments and Controls The light turns off when the engine access, as a check to show it is If the vehicle is is started. If it does not, have the working. If it does not, have the continually driven with this light vehicle serviced by your dealer.
  • Page 121 Instruments and Controls 5-17 This light comes on during a Light On Steady: An emission or stumbling on acceleration. malfunction in one of two ways: control system malfunction has These conditions might go away been detected on the vehicle. once the engine is warmed up. Light Flashing: A misfire condition Diagnosis and service might be has been detected.

  • Page 122: Brake System Warning Light

    5-18 Instruments and Controls vehicle would be considered not If the warning light comes on, there ready for inspection. This can is a brake problem. Have your brake happen if the 12-volt battery has system inspected right away. recently been replaced or run down.

  • Page 123: Center (Dic)

    Instruments and Controls 5-19 the parking brake is applied. If the If this light comes on, there is a WARNING light continues flashing after the problem with a system on the parking brake is released, or while vehicle that is causing the parking The brake system might not be driving, there is a problem with the brake system to work at a reduced...

  • Page 124: Traction Off Light

    5-20 Instruments and Controls If the light does not come on, have it If the light comes on and stays on fixed so it will be ready to warn if for an extended period of time while there is a problem. the system is turned on, the vehicle needs service.
  • Page 125 Instruments and Controls 5-21 Turn on the TCS and the StabiliTrak If the light is on while certain DIC be limiting wheel spin and aiding in system and the warning light messages display, this indicates maintaining directional control of the turns off.

  • Page 126: Tire Pressure Light

    5-22 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant vehicle warranty. Never drive with When the Light Is On Steady the engine coolant temperature Temperature Warning This indicates that one or more of warning light on. the tires are significantly Light underinflated. The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on when the A Driver Information Center (DIC) engine has overheated.

  • Page 127: Engine Oil Pressure Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-23 Engine Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it This light also comes on when the means that oil is not flowing through fuel tank is low on fuel. When fuel is Lack of proper engine oil the engine properly.

  • Page 128: Front Fog Lamp Light

    5-24 Instruments and Controls system. See Front Fog Lamp Light The lamps on reminder light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use. See For vehicles with an uplevel or Cruise Control Light eAssist cluster, this light displays in the Driver Information Center (DIC) screen.

  • Page 129: Door Ajar Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-25 Door Ajar Light Information Displays DIC Operation and Displays The DIC has different displays Driver Information which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons on the turn signal lever Center (DIC) to the left of the steering wheel. The The Driver Information Center (DIC) DIC displays trip, fuel, vehicle displays information about the...
  • Page 130 5-26 Instruments and Controls DIC Buttons Trip/Fuel Menu Items Trip 1 and Trip 2 This display shows the current Press MENU on the turn signal distance traveled, in either lever until Trip/Fuel Information kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since Menu is displayed. Use the last reset for the trip odometer.
  • Page 131 Instruments and Controls 5-27 Average Fuel Economy/ driving conditions change. Unlike which the display will return to zero. Instantaneous Fuel Economy average economy, this display To stop the timer, press SET/CLR cannot be reset. briefly while Timer is displayed. To On some models, this display reset the timer to zero, press and shows Average Fuel Economy.
  • Page 132 5-28 Instruments and Controls Unit Remaining Oil Life engine oil life system, press SET/ CLR while the Oil Life display is This display shows an estimate of Move to switch between active. See the oil's remaining useful life. metric or US when the Unit display If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is is active.

  • Page 133: Head-Up Display (Hud)

    Instruments and Controls 5-29 Head-Up Display (HUD) The images are projected through the HUD lens located on the driver side of the instrument panel. WARNING If you try to use the HUD If the HUD image is too bright or image as a parking aid, you may misjudge the distance and too high in your field of view, it...
  • Page 134 5-30 Instruments and Controls The following indicator lights come or turn-by-turn navigation Use the following settings to adjust on in the instrument panel when information are displayed on the HUD. activated and also appear on the HUD. OFF: To turn HUD off, turn the HUD the HUD: dimming knob fully counterclockwise Turn Signal Indicators...
  • Page 135 Instruments and Controls 5-31 The three formats are as follows: English Shown, Metric Similar English Shown, Metric Similar English Shown, Metric Similar Format Three: This display The HUD image displayed on the includes much of the information in windshield will automatically dim Format One: This display gives the Format One along with a circular and brighten to compensate for...

  • Page 136: Vehicle Messages

    5-32 Instruments and Controls Still no HUD image? Check the Care of the HUD Vehicle Messages fuse in the instrument panel fuse Clean the inside of the windshield block. See Messages displayed on the DIC as needed to remove any dirt or film indicate the status of the vehicle or that could reduce the sharpness or some action that may be needed to...

  • Page 137: Brake System Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-33 Battery Voltage and Brake System Messages boost assist motor might be heard operating and you might notice Charging Messages BRAKE FLUID LOW pulsation in the brake pedal. This is normal under these conditions. Take BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message is displayed when the the vehicle to your dealer for brake fluid level is low.

  • Page 138: Cruise Control Messages

    5-34 Instruments and Controls Cruise Control Messages PASSENGER DOOR OPEN returns to normal, the air conditioning compressor turns back This message will display when the CRUISE SET TO XXX on. You can continue to drive the front passenger door is open. Close vehicle.

  • Page 139: Engine Power Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-35 Stop and turn off the vehicle as ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL Engine Power Messages soon as it is safe to do so to avoid On some vehicles, this message ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED severe damage. This message displays when the engine oil level clears when the engine has cooled This message displays when the...

  • Page 140: Lamp Messages

    5-36 Instruments and Controls TIGHTEN GAS CAP Lamp Messages not use this system to help you park. See This message displays when the AFL (Adaptive Forward fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the Lighting) LAMPS NEED fuel cap. SERVICE BLIND ZONE ALERT SERVICE SYSTEM Key and Lock Messages...

  • Page 141: Security Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-37 heavy rain or due to road spray. The SERVICE TRACTION SPORT MODE ON vehicle does not need service. For CONTROL This message displays when using cleaning, see the selective ride control. See This message displays when there is a problem with the Traction for more information.

  • Page 142: Tire Messages

    5-38 Instruments and Controls JUMP START COMPLETE Tire Messages also shows the tire pressure values. ATTEMPT START TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD This message displays while AIR TO TIRE SERVICE TIRE MONITOR performing an on-board jump start On vehicles with the Tire Pressure of the vehicle.

  • Page 143: Vehicle Personalization

    Instruments and Controls 5-39 SHIFT TO PARK Window Messages Vehicle This message displays when the Personalization OPEN, THEN CLOSE DRIVER/ transmission needs to be shifted to PASSENGER WINDOW The audio system controls are used P (Park). This may appear when to access the personalization attempting to remove the key from This message is displayed when the...
  • Page 144 5-40 Instruments and Controls Remote Start Auto Heated Seats The following list of menu items may Press SELECT when Air Quality be available: Sensor is highlighted to open the Remote Start Cooled Seats menu. Turn the Multifunction knob Climate and Air Quality Auto Defog to highlight High or Low.
  • Page 145 Instruments and Controls 5-41 the air conditioning will be on when Remote Start Cooled Seats Auto Rear Defog the vehicle is started. Selecting Off If equipped and turned on, this If equipped, this will allow you to turns the air conditioning off each feature will turn the cooled seats on turn the auto rear defog on or off.
  • Page 146 5-42 Instruments and Controls Press SELECT when Chime Volume Park Tilt Mirrors Side Blind Zone Alert System is highlighted. Turn the Multifunction When on, both the driver and If equipped, this feature allows the knob to select Normal or High. passenger mirrors will tilt downward Side Blind Zone Alert System Press SELECT to confirm the...
  • Page 147 Instruments and Controls 5-43 Lighting Press SELECT when Vehicle On or Off. Press SELECT to confirm Locator Lights is highlighted. Turn the selection. Press BACK to Select the Lighting menu and the the Multifunction knob to select On move to the last menu. following will be displayed: or Off.
  • Page 148 5-44 Instruments and Controls Press SELECT when Auto Door On or Off. Press SELECT to confirm doors will unlock when the button is Unlock is highlighted. Turn the pressed a second time. When set to the selection. Press BACK to Multifunction knob to select All All Doors, all of the doors will unlock move to the last menu.

  • Page 149: Universal Remote System

    Instruments and Controls 5-45 Press SELECT when Remote Recall Off. Press SELECT to confirm the Universal Remote is highlighted. Turn the Multifunction selection. Press BACK to move to System knob to select On or Off. Press the last menu. SELECT to confirm the selection. Return to Factory Settings Press BACK to move to the...
  • Page 150 5-46 Instruments and Controls devices such as garage door When programming a garage door, To program up to three devices: openers, security systems, and park outside of the garage. Park 1. Hold the end of the hand-held home automation devices. directly in line with and facing the transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to garage door opener motor-head or...
  • Page 151 Instruments and Controls 5-47 If the Universal Remote procedure noted in Gate 5. Firmly press and release the system indicator light blinks Operator and Canadian Learn or Smart button. After rapidly for two seconds, Programming later in this pressing this button, you will then turns to a constant section.

  • Page 152: Universal Remote System Operation

    5-48 Instruments and Controls To program the remaining two If you live in Canada, or you are Universal Remote System Universal Remote system buttons, having difficulty programming a gate Operation begin with Step 1 of Programming operator or garage door opener by the Universal Remote System.
  • Page 153 Instruments and Controls 5-49 Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the three Universal Remote system buttons: 1. Press and hold the desired Universal Remote system button. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds.
  • Page 154 5-50 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
  • Page 163 Infotainment System Infotainment Trademarks and License Introduction Agreements System Trademarks and License Infotainment Agreements ....7-32 Read the following pages to become familiar with the audio Introduction system's features.
  • Page 164 Infotainment System Set up the tone, speaker information on settings and adjustments, and preset radio downloadable applications (if stations. equipped). For more information, see Theft-Deterrent Feature Contact your dealer The theft-deterrent feature works by before adding any equipment. learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to the Adding audio or communication infotainment system.
  • Page 165 Infotainment System Overview 1. VOL/ Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. 2. FAV Opens the favorites list. 3. Buttons 1 to 6 Saves and selects favorite stations. 4. INFO Radio: Shows available information about the current station. CD: Shows available information about the current track.
  • Page 166 Infotainment System 11. Multifunction Knob Opens menus, highlights Radio: Seeks the previous Opens the Phone menu items, or sets station. main menu. numeric values while in CD: Select the previous Mutes the audio system. a menu. track or rewinds within a 12.
  • Page 167 Infotainment System Volume Control SELECT: 2. Press SELECT to select the highlighted option. Press to: VOL/ (Volume/Power): Turn to Submenus adjust the volume. Select or activate the highlighted menu option. (Phone/Mute): For vehicles with Confirm a set value. OnStar®, press and hold to mute the infotainment system.
  • Page 168 Infotainment System Setting a Value Entering a Character Sequence 3. Press and hold the SELECT button until the value changes to 0. Press the BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu. Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, and Bass 1.
  • Page 169 Infotainment System Adjusting the Fader and Balance 3. Select the setting. The DSP settings for the radio with CD/DVD and MEM are: Press the BACK button to go - Select this setting to back to the Tone Settings menu. adjust the audio for stereo DSP (Digital Signal Processing) mode.
  • Page 170 Infotainment System System Settings wind noise as the vehicle speeds up or slows down, so that the volume Configuring the Number of level is consistent. Favorite Pages The level of volume compensation can be selected, or the auto volume feature can be turned off. 1.

  • Page 171: Am-Fm Radio

    Infotainment System Radio Use the tone settings to adjust the To adjust the speaker fade: following features: Press the upper arrow for more AM-FM Radio Setting the tone sound from the front speakers and the lower arrow for more Adjusting the speakers Playing the Radio sound from the rear speakers.

  • Page 172: Satellite Radio

    7-10 Infotainment System Changing the Sources 3. Repeat the steps for each Mixed-Band Presets preset. Press the RADIO/BAND button on Each page can store six preset the faceplate to change (AM, FM, To change the number of preset stations. The presets within a page SiriusXM®, CD, or AUX) audio pages, see Mixed-Band Presets can be from different radio bands.
  • Page 173 Infotainment System 7-11 SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide 3. Press the category buttons on Turning SiriusXM Album Art On variety of programming and the screen to show or hide the or Off commercial-free music, coast to category. 1. From the Home Page press the coast, and in digital-quality sound.

  • Page 174: 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 175: Backglass Antenna

    Infotainment System 7-13 occur, especially around tall out. In addition, traveling or standing reception, the antenna connector buildings or hills, causing the sound under heavy foliage, bridges, needs to be properly attached to the to fade in and out. garages, or tunnels may cause loss post on the glass.

  • Page 176: Satellite Radio Antenna

    7-14 Infotainment System Satellite Radio Antenna Audio Players To avoid damage to the CD player: Do not use scratched or For vehicles with SiriusXM satellite CD Player damaged discs. radio service, the antenna is located on the roof of the vehicle. Keep the Do not apply labels to discs.

  • Page 177: Error Messages

    Infotainment System 7-15 On the CD main page a track SELECT: Select menu items. Press to eject a disc from the number displays at the beginning of CD player. Error Messages each track. Song, Artist, and Album Playing a CD information displays when available.
  • Page 178 7-16 Infotainment System Recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW If the CD is not playing correctly, for Press and hold to advance quickly with a maximum capacity of any other reason, try a known through playback. Release the 700 MB. good CD.
  • Page 179 Infotainment System 7-17 Track List (All Songs) Genres SELECT: Select to view a list of all songs Select to view the genres on the Press to: on the disc. There might be a disc. Select a genre to view a list Select or activate the highlighted delay before the list displays.

  • Page 180: Portable Audio Devices

    7-18 Infotainment System file structure that contains a This jack is not an audio output. Do 3.5 mm Jack compressed audio file. The empty not plug headphones into the Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to folder(s) are not displayed or auxiliary input jack.
  • Page 181 Infotainment System 7-19 Microsoft Transfer Albums Repeat Protocal (MTP) Song Titles Turn the Multifunction knob and set Not all iPods, PFDs, USB Drives, Repeat to On or Off, then press the Podcasts and Zunes are compatible with the BACK button to return the main Genres infotainment system.
  • Page 182 7-20 Infotainment System Genres Repeat Off: Playback starts from Phone the beginning of the current track To search for tracks: after the last track finishes. Bluetooth (Overview) 1. Turn the Multifunction knob. 2. Select Search. For vehicles equipped with Bluetooth capability, the system can 3.
  • Page 183 Infotainment System 7-21 Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. Vehicles with a Bluetooth system (End Call): Press to end a The system may not work with can use a Bluetooth-capable cell call, reject a call, or cancel an all cell phones. See Pairing in phone with a Hands-Free Profile to operation.

  • Page 184: Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)

    7-22 Infotainment System Up to five cell phones can be How to Speak: Speak clearly in a Bluetooth (Infotainment paired to the Bluetooth system. calm and natural voice. Controls) The pairing process is disabled Audio System For information about how to when the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 185 Infotainment System 7-23 3. Select Bluetooth. 7. Repeat Steps 1 6 to pair Linking to a Different Phone additional phones. 4. Select Pair Device (Phone). To link to a different phone, the new A four-digit Personal phone must be in the vehicle and Listing All Paired and Connected available to be connected to the Identification Number (PIN)
  • Page 186 7-24 Infotainment System See your cell phone's owner's guide or press SELECT to scroll 4. Select Call to start dialing the or contact your wireless provider to through the entire list of names/ number. find out if this feature is supported numbers in the phone book.
  • Page 187 Infotainment System 7-25 Declining a Call 3. Enter the character sequence Dual Tone Multi-Frequency then select Call. See Entering a (DTMF) Tones Turn the Multifunction knob to Character Sequence in Decline and press SELECT to The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can decline the call.
  • Page 188 7-26 Infotainment System Pairing only needs to be Pairing 3. Say Pair. The system responds completed once, unless the with instructions and a four-digit A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone pairing information on the cell Personal Identification Number must be paired to the Bluetooth phone changes or the cell phone (PIN).
  • Page 189 Infotainment System 7-27 Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone Phones Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, The system can list all cell phones the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to 30 paired to it.
  • Page 190 7-28 Infotainment System Using the Store Command 3. Say each digit, one at a time, To delete all name tags: that you want to store. After 1. Press . The system 1. Press . The system each digit is entered, the system responds Ready, followed by responds Ready, followed by repeats back the digit it heard...
  • Page 191 Infotainment System 7-29 Digit Dial: This command allows a 4. Say Dial or Call. followed by a tone. After the last phone number to be dialed by digit has been entered, Using the Digit Dial Command entering the digits one at a time. say Dial.
  • Page 192 7-30 Infotainment System Call Waiting 3. Use the dial or call command to The cell phone must be paired and dial the number of the third party connected with the Bluetooth Call waiting must be supported on to be called. system before a call can be the cell phone and enabled by the transferred.
  • Page 193 Infotainment System 7-31 Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System (DTMF) Tones Voice pass-thru allows access to the Unless information is deleted out of voice recognition commands on the the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it The Bluetooth system can send cell phone.
  • Page 194 7-32 Infotainment System Trademarks and Manufactured under license from Dolby® Laboratories. Dolby and the License Agreements double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. "Made for iPod" means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple Manufactured under license under performance standards.
  • Page 195 For vehicles with this system, it controls the heating, cooling, and ventilation. Dual Automatic Climate Control System ..... . 8-1 Air Vents .
  • Page 196 The following are climate control settings that use more fuel: Comfort air conditioning mode. The Defrost mode. Extreme temperature settings, such as 15°C (60°F) or 32°C (90°F). High fan speed settings. To help reduce fuel usage: Use the full automatic control as described under Automatic Operation .
  • Page 197 light will not come on. Press Press to change the select recirculation; press it again to The system automatically controls direction of the airflow. The current select outside air. the fan speed, air delivery, air mode appears in the display screen. conditioning, and recirculation in Pressing either button cancels order to heat or cool the vehicle to...
  • Page 198 conditioner runs automatically to the air conditioner is off and the Clears the cool the air inside the vehicle or to windshield of fog or frost more AUTO, eco , or A/C is selected. dry the air needed to defog the quickly.
  • Page 199 When the indicator light is on, air is For eAssist vehicles, auto rear recirculated inside the vehicle. If the defog will only run during a remote indicator light is off, outside air will start and the feature is not available Press to turn the rear window flow into the vehicle.
  • Page 200 Do not cover the sensor; otherwise the automatic climate control system Use the louvers located on the air vehicles with the remote start may not work properly. vents to change the direction of the feature, the climate control system airflow. may run when the vehicle is started remotely.
  • Page 201 Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect This vehicle may have the new the performance of the system. environmentally friendly refrigerant, R1234yf. This refrigerant has a Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves significantly reduced global warming from the air intake at the base of the impact on the environment, windshield that can block the flow of compared to the traditional...

  • Page 203: Ultrasonic Parking Assist

    Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems Power (RAP) ....9-24 Traction Control Operating Shifting Into Park ... . 9-24 System (TCS) .

  • Page 204: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Towing Driving Information passenger to handle potential General Towing distractions. Information ....9-51 Distracted Driving Driving Characteristics and Become familiar with vehicle Towing Tips .

  • Page 205: Drunk Driving

    Driving and Operating careless and make mistakes. WARNING WARNING (CONTINUED) Anticipate what they might do and be ready. Taking your eyes off the road too Do not drink and drive or ride with Allow enough following distance long or too often could cause a a driver who has been drinking.

  • Page 206: Electric Power Steering

    Driving and Operating Helpful braking tips to keep in mind If power steering assist is lost due maneuverable and easier to park. At include: to a system malfunction, the vehicle faster speeds, the steering effort can be steered, but may require increases to provide a sport-like feel Keep enough distance between increased effort.

  • Page 207: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Take curves at a reasonable speed. Loss of Control Reduce speed before entering a Skidding curve. There are three types of skids that Maintain a reasonable steady correspond to the vehicle's three speed through the curve...

  • Page 208: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help WARNING (CONTINUED) these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. Ease your foot off the Flowing or rushing water creates Driving on Wet Roads accelerator pedal and quickly strong forces.

  • Page 209: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Driving and Operating Keep your eyes moving scan Other Rainy Weather Tips WARNING (CONTINUED) the road ahead and to the sides. Besides slowing down, other wet Check the rearview mirror and weather driving tips include: none going down a hill. You could vehicle instruments often.

  • Page 210: Winter Driving

    Driving and Operating Stay in your own lane. Do not Drive with caution, whatever the Turn off cruise control on slippery swing wide or cut across the condition. Accelerate gently so surfaces. center of the road. Drive at traction is not lost. Accelerating too Blizzard Conditions speeds that let you stay in your quickly causes the wheels to spin...

  • Page 211: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating keeps the battery charged to restart WARNING (CONTINUED) WARNING (CONTINUED) the vehicle and to signal for help with the headlamps. Do this as little to the highest setting. See cannot be seen or smelled. It can as possible to save fuel. Climate Control Systems in cause unconsciousness and even the Index.

  • Page 212: Vehicle Load Limits

    9-10 Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to Get Vehicle Load Limits WARNING (CONTINUED) it Out It is very important to know how vehicle handles. This could Turn the steering wheel left and much weight the vehicle can right to clear the area around the cause loss of control and a carry.
  • Page 213 Driving and Operating 9-11 2. Maximum Vehicle Capacity There is also important loading The resulting figure equals Weight information on the Certification the available amount of cargo label. It tells you the Gross and luggage load capacity. 3. Size of the Original Equipment Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) For example, if the XXX Tires...
  • Page 214 9-12 Driving and Operating If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. Example 1 Example 2 for important information on...
  • Page 215 Driving and Operating 9-13 seating positions. The combined fuel, and cargo. Never exceed weight of the driver, passengers, the GVWR for the vehicle, or the and cargo should never exceed Gross Axle Weight Rating the vehicle's capacity weight. (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle.

  • Page 216: Starting And Operating

    9-14 Driving and Operating If you put things inside the Starting and WARNING (CONTINUED) vehicle like suitcases, tools, Operating packages, or anything Never stack heavier else they will go as fast as the things, like suitcases, New Vehicle Break-In vehicle goes. If you have to stop inside the vehicle so that or turn quickly, or if there is a The vehicle does not...

  • Page 217: Ignition Positions

    Driving and Operating 9-15 above 110 km/h (68 mph) Ignition Positions strong radio antenna signal causing should be limited to interference to the keyless access (Keyless Access) five minutes per use. system. See Avoid making hard stops for for more information. the first 322 km (200 mi) or so.
  • Page 218 9-16 Driving and Operating When the vehicle is shifted into lever must be in P (Park) to turn With the ignition off, pressing the P (Park), the ignition system will the ignition switch to the OFF button one time without the brake switch to OFF.
  • Page 219 Driving and Operating 9-17 the brake pedal not applied, Using a tool to force the Do not turn the engine off when the pressing and holding the button for key to turn in the ignition could vehicle is moving. This will cause a more than five seconds will place cause damage to the switch or loss of power assist in the brake...
  • Page 220 9-18 Driving and Operating 4. Set the parking brake. See ventilation fan and 12-volt power Key Lock Release outlet, as well as to display some warning and indicator lights. This position can also be used for WARNING service and diagnostics, and to verify the proper operation of the Turning off the vehicle while malfunction indicator lamp as may...

  • Page 221: Starting The Engine

    Driving and Operating 9-19 covered by the vehicle warranty. START for many seconds, cranking will be stopped after 15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage. To prevent gear If charging or jump starting the Starting Procedure (Key Access) damage, this system also battery does not work, there is a 1.
  • Page 222 9-20 Driving and Operating or press the START button, for Starting Procedure (Keyless can still be driven. See Starting up to a maximum of 15 seconds. Access) the Vehicle with a Low Wait at least 15 seconds Transmitter Battery in 1.
  • Page 223 Driving and Operating 9-21 Cranking the engine for Do not race the engine Vehicles with eAssist have an long periods of time, by returning immediately after starting it. automatic engine start/stop feature. the key to the START position Operate the engine and After the engine is started and has immediately after cranking has transmission gently until the oil...
  • Page 224 9-22 Driving and Operating The hood is not fully closed. The climate control system is There are several conditions that turned from off to normal air may prevent an auto stop or cause Brake pedal pressure is low. conditioning or defrost. See an auto start.

  • Page 225: Engine Heater

    Driving and Operating 9-23 Engine Heater 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The engine coolant heater, if available, can help in cold weather conditions at or below 18°C (0°F) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug in the coolant heater at least four hours before starting the vehicle.

  • Page 226: Shifting Into Park

    9-24 Driving and Operating Retained Accessory Shifting Into Park WARNING Power (RAP) 1. Hold the brake pedal down and Plugging the cord into an set the parking brake. These vehicle accessories can be ungrounded outlet could cause an used for up to 10 minutes after the electrical shock.

  • Page 227: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating 9-25 toward you. If you can, it means that Shifting out of Park WARNING (CONTINUED) the shift lever was not fully locked Automatic Transmission into P (Park). Do not leave the vehicle when the Shift Lock Torque Lock engine is running.

  • Page 228: Parking Over Things That Burn

    9-26 Driving and Operating If the shift lever cannot be moved Parking over Things Engine Exhaust out of P (Park): That Burn 1. Apply and maintain the regular WARNING brakes. WARNING Engine exhaust contains carbon 2. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN monoxide (CO) which cannot be Things that can burn could touch position.

  • Page 229: Running The Vehicle While Parked

    Driving and Operating 9-27 Running the Vehicle Automatic WARNING (CONTINUED) While Parked Transmission There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not running, follow the proper steps to completely sealed.
  • Page 230 9-28 Driving and Operating lever button pressed before shifting the vehicle is already moving, use WARNING from P (Park) when the ignition key N (Neutral) only. Also, use is in ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out N (Neutral) when the vehicle is It is dangerous to get out of the of P (Park), ease pressure on the being towed.

  • Page 231: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating 9-29 D (Drive): This position is for gears appropriate for current driving normal driving. It provides the best conditions. See . When you are in fuel economy. If more power is for more information. Sport Mode, the vehicle will still needed for passing, and the shift automatically, but chassis Manual Mode...

  • Page 232: Drive Systems

    9-30 Driving and Operating 2. In Manual Mode, press the shift transmission will not automatically Drive Systems lever forward to upshift or shift to the next lower gear if the rearward to downshift. engine rpm is too high, nor to the All-Wheel Drive next higher gear when the maximum engine rpm is reached.

  • Page 233: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    Driving and Operating 9-31 Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS...

  • Page 234: Parking Brake

    9-32 Driving and Operating Parking Brake (DIC) messages. See If the EPB is applied while the for more vehicle is in motion, a chime will information. In case of insufficient sound, and a DIC message will be electrical power, the EPB cannot be displayed.

  • Page 235: Brake Assist

    Driving and Operating 9-33 on the EPB switch and hold it in the If the parking brake warning light is For maximum EPB force when up position. Full application of the on, the EPB has detected an error towing a trailer or parking on a hill, parking brake by the EPB system in another system and is operating pull the EPB switch twice.

  • Page 236: Ride Control Systems

    9-34 Driving and Operating continue to apply the brake pedal as window. It will not activate if the Ride Control Systems the driving situation dictates. The vehicle is in a drive gear and facing brake assist feature will downhill or if the vehicle is facing Traction Control automatically disengage when the uphill and in R (Reverse).

  • Page 237: Stabilitrak System

    Driving and Operating 9-35 If there is a problem detected with It may be necessary to turn the TCS, SERVICE TRACTION system off if the vehicle gets stuck CONTROL is displayed on the in sand, mud, or snow and rocking Driver Information Center (DIC).
  • Page 238 9-36 Driving and Operating To turn off both StabiliTrak and applies braking pressure to the comes on and stays on, reset TCS, press and hold the TCS/ vehicle brakes to help steer the the system. StabiliTrak button, located on the vehicle in the intended direction.

  • Page 239: Cruise Control

    Driving and Operating 9-37 Limited-Slip Differential TOUR: Use for normal city and Cruise Control highway driving. This setting Vehicles with a limited-slip With cruise control, the vehicle can provides a smooth, soft ride. differential can give more traction on maintain a speed of about 40 km/h SPORT: Use where road conditions snow, mud, ice, sand, or gravel.
  • Page 240 9-38 Driving and Operating 2. Get to the speed desired. (On/Off): Press to turn the WARNING (CONTINUED) cruise control system on and off. An 3. Move the thumbwheel down indicator light will turn on or off in toward SET/ and release it. Cruise control can be dangerous the instrument panel cluster.
  • Page 241 Driving and Operating 9-39 To slow down in small amounts, Increasing Speed While Using Ending Cruise Control move the thumbwheel toward Cruise Control There are three ways to end cruise SET/ briefly and then release it. If the cruise control system is control: Each time this is done, the already activated:...

  • Page 242: Object Detection Systems

    9-40 Driving and Operating Object Detection objects can be detected may be WARNING (CONTINUED) less during warmer or humid Systems weather. damage, even with URPA, always Turning the System On and Off check the area around the vehicle Ultrasonic Parking Assist and check all mirrors before The URPA system can be turned on If available, the Ultrasonic Rear...

  • Page 243: Side Blind Zone Alert (Sbza)

    Driving and Operating 9-41 When the System Does Not weather. The message may not WARNING clear until the frost or ice has Seem to Work Properly melted. The following messages may be SBZA does not detect vehicles An object was hanging out of the displayed on the DIC: rapidly approaching outside of the trunk during the last drive cycle.
  • Page 244 9-42 Driving and Operating SBZA Detection Zones When the vehicle is started, both When the System Does Not Seem outside mirror displays will briefly to Work Properly The SBZA sensor covers a zone of come on to indicate that the system approximately one lane over from Occasional missed alerts can occur is operating.

  • Page 245: Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)

    Driving and Operating 9-43 instructions, see SBZA Error Messages FCC Information . If the infotainment The following messages may display still shows the SIDE BLIND appear on the infotainment display: for information ZONE SYS. UNAVAILABLE regarding Part 15 of the Federal SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT message after cleaning the bumper, Communications Commission (FCC)
  • Page 246 9-44 Driving and Operating Shift into P (Park). 5. Select Camera. When a WARNING (CONTINUED) checkmark appears next to the Reach a vehicle speed of Camera option, then the RVC 8 km/h (5 mph). or under the vehicle. Perceived system is on. distances may be different from Turning the Rear Vision Camera Symbols...
  • Page 247 Driving and Operating 9-45 2. Press the CONFIG button to 5. Select Guidelines. When a Rear Vision Camera Location enter the configure menu checkmark appears next to the options. Guidelines option, guidelines will appear. 3. Select Display. Rear Vision Camera Error 4.
  • Page 248 9-46 Driving and Operating When the System Does Not Fuel Seem to Work Properly Use of the recommended fuel is an The RVC system may not work important part of the proper properly or display a clear image if: maintenance of this vehicle. To help keep the engine clean and maintain The RVC is turned off.

  • Page 249: Recommended Fuel

    Driving and Operating 9-47 Recommended Fuel California Fuel Requirements Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or If the vehicle is certified to meet higher. If the octane rating is less California Emissions Standards, it is than 87, an audible knocking noise, designed to operate on fuels that commonly referred to as spark...

  • Page 250: Fuel Additives

    9-48 Driving and Operating Fuels in Foreign regulations. To help keep fuel recommend that you use these injectors and intake valves clean gasolines, if they comply with the Countries and avoid problems due to dirty specifications described earlier. injectors or valves, look for gasoline However, E85 (85% ethanol) and Never use leaded gasoline or any that is advertised as TOP TIER...

  • Page 251: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)

    Driving and Operating 9-49 control system performance. The indicating ethanol content. Do not often when using E85 than when malfunction indicator lamp might use the fuel if the ethanol content is you are using gasoline. See turn on. If this occurs, return to your greater than 85%.

  • Page 252: Filling The Tank

    9-50 Driving and Operating Filling the Tank The tethered fuel cap is behind the WARNING (CONTINUED) fuel door on the vehicle's passenger side. Turn the fuel cap WARNING Fuel can spray out if the fuel counterclockwise to remove. While cap is opened too quickly. refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn This spray can happen if the...

  • Page 253: Filling A Portable Fuel Container

    Driving and Operating 9-51 fit properly, might cause the Towing WARNING (CONTINUED) malfunction indicator lamp to light, and could damage the fuel General Towing Place container on the tank and emissions system. See ground. Information Place the nozzle inside the fill Only use towing equipment that has opening of the container been designed for the vehicle.
  • Page 254 9-52 Driving and Operating Driving Characteristics Towing a trailer requires a certain WARNING amount of experience. The and Towing Tips combination you are driving is When towing a trailer, exhaust longer and not as responsive as the Driving with a Trailer gases may collect at the rear of vehicle itself.
  • Page 255 Driving and Operating 9-53 trailer, which mainly occurs during Making Turns burned out. Check occasionally to cornering. This is normal when be sure the trailer bulbs are still Making very sharp turns towing heavier trailers. working. while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the Following Distance Driving on Grades...
  • Page 256 9-54 Driving and Operating turning the engine off. If the 3. When the wheel chocks are in . Things that are overheat warning comes on, see place, release the brake pedal especially important in trailer until the chocks absorb the load. operation are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle 4.
  • Page 257 Driving and Operating 9-55 Weight of the Trailer Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice, or write us at How heavy can a trailer safely be? our Customer Assistance Offices. It should never weigh more than 454 kg (1,000 lbs). But even that can be too heavy.

  • Page 258: Towing Equipment

    9-56 Driving and Operating Total Weight on Your Vehicle's bumper-type hitches to it. Use Trailer Brakes only a frame-mounted hitch that Tires Does the trailer have its own does not attach to the bumper. brakes? Be sure to read and follow Be sure the vehicle's tires are Will any holes be made in the the instructions for the trailer brakes...
  • Page 259 Driving and Operating 9-57 Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty. Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not operating.
  • Page 260 9-58 Driving and Operating NOTES...
  • Page 261 Power Steering Fluid (2.4L LED Lighting ....10-31 L4 Engine and 3.6L Headlamps, Front Turn V6 Engine with FWD) ..10-23 Signal and Parking Power Steering Fluid (3.6L Lamps .
  • Page 262 Tire Terminology and Storing the Tire Sealant and Definitions ....10-47 Compressor Kit ... 10-79 For service and parts needs, visit Tire Pressure .
  • Page 263 cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability wear by-products contain and/or control. These accessories or emit these chemicals.
  • Page 264 Keep a record with all parts receipts 1. Pull the interior hood release and list the mileage and the date of handle located to the left of the any service work performed. See steering column below the instrument panel. It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge, service manual, tools, or parts.
  • Page 265 To close the hood: 1. Before closing the hood, be sure 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 267 2. Engine Cover. 12. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See 3. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See 4. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See 5. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See 6. High Voltage Cable (Orange Color). 7. Transmission Fluid Cap. See 8.
  • Page 269 9. Battery Cover. See 2. Power Steering Reservoir and Cap. See 11. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See 3. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See 4. Engine Oil Dipstick. See 5. Engine Cover. 6. Transmission Fluid Cap and Dipstick. See 7. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir.
  • Page 271 It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine 2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See oil level at each fuel fill. In order to performance and long life, careful get an accurate reading, the vehicle attention must be paid to engine oil. must be on level ground.
  • Page 272 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then Use and ask for licensed engine oils push it back in all the way. with the dexos1® approved Remove it again, keeping the tip certification mark. Engine oils down, and check the level.
  • Page 273 Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity engine damage not covered by the grade for the vehicle. Do not use vehicle warranty. other viscosity grade oils such as This vehicle has a computer system SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50.
  • Page 274 be changed at least once a year 2. Press the DIC MENU button on and, at this time, the system must the turn signal lever to enter the be reset. Your dealer has trained Vehicle Information Menu. Use service people who will perform this the thumbwheel to scroll through work and reset the system.
  • Page 275 to use the fluid listed in To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter: 1. Open the hood. See To inspect the air cleaner/filter, remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release 2. Disconnect the outlet duct by loose dust and dirt.
  • Page 276 4. Remove the screws (3) on top of 2. Air Duct Clamp the engine air cleaner/filter 3. Screws housing. 4. Secondary Air Hose 5. Lift the filter cover housing away To inspect or replace the engine air from the engine air cleaner/filter cleaner/filter: housing.
  • Page 277 9. Reverse Steps 2 5 to reinstall the filter cover housing. The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air;...
  • Page 278 The cooling system in the vehicle is Heater and radiator hoses, and filled with DEX-COOL® engine other engine parts, can be very coolant mixture. See hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a The following explains the cooling leak.
  • Page 279 Protects against rust and coolant disposal. This will help corrosion. protect the environment and your health. Will not damage aluminum parts. mixture, the engine could get too Helps keep the proper engine hot but you would not get the temperature. overheat warning.
  • Page 280 If no coolant is visible in the coolant 1. Turn the pressure cap slowly surge tank, add coolant as follows: counterclockwise. If a hiss is heard, wait for that to stop. Steam and scalding liquids from a A hiss means there is still some hot cooling system can blow out pressure left.
  • Page 281 4. With the coolant surge tank cap condition. See Then check to see if the engine off, start the engine and let it run cooling fans are running. If the until the upper radiator hose for more information. engine is overheating, the fans starts getting hot.
  • Page 282 Stops after high-speed driving. Idles for long periods in traffic. If the temperature overheat gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or an Tows a trailer. engine coolant temperature warning If the overheat warning displays with This emergency operating mode light no longer displays, the vehicle no sign of steam: can be driven.
  • Page 283 The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on the Check the level after the vehicle has instrument panel, to indicate the been driven for at least 20 minutes vehicle has entered overheated so the fluid is warm. engine protection operating mode. To check the power steering fluid: The temperature gauge also indicates an overheat condition...
  • Page 284 When windshield washer fluid is needed, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use. If operating the vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. When the engine is hot, the level should be at the hot MAX level.
  • Page 285 Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the The braking system on a vehicle is This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly complex. Its many parts have to be brake pads have built-in wear applied.
  • Page 286 A fluid leak in the brake When the brake fluid falls to a low hydraulic system can also cause level, the brake warning light comes a low fluid level. Have the brake on. See hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will not work well.
  • Page 287 This vehicle has a standard 12-volt battery. Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new standard 12-volt battery is needed. eAssist vehicles also have a high voltage battery. Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high voltage battery.
  • Page 288 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. Under normal driving conditions, Batteries have acid that can burn transfer case fluid does not require Do not use the accelerator you and gas that can explode. changing or checking unless there pedal, and be ready to turn off You can be badly hurt if you are is a fluid leak or unusual noise.
  • Page 289 shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact your dealer for service. When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move. When you are doing this You or others could be injured While parked, and with the parking inspection, the vehicle could...
  • Page 290 To check the P (Park) 4. Remove the wiper blade. mechanism's holding ability: Allowing the wiper blade arm to With the engine running, shift to touch the windshield when no P (Park). Then release the wiper blade is installed could parking brake followed by the damage the windshield.
  • Page 291 Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. For any bulb changing procedure The low beam high intensity If adjustment to the headlamps is not listed in this section, contact discharge lighting system...
  • Page 292 1. Low-Beam Headlamp/DRL 6. Install the new bulb in the socket. 2. High-Beam Headlamp 7. Install the bulb socket by turning 3. Parking/Turn Signal Lamp clockwise one-quarter turn. To replace one of these bulbs: 8. If a headlamp bulb was 1.
  • Page 293 3. Remove the four plastic wing nuts holding the taillamp assembly in place. 4. Pull out the taillamp assembly and disconnect the wiring harness. 5. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it. 6. Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket.
  • Page 294 921LL Back-Up Lamp (W16W) Daytime Running 3157K LCP Lamp (Uplevel) Front Turn Signal/ 3757NAK Parking Lamp Headlamp High 3. Turn the bulb socket (1) 2. Push the end on either of the Beam (Base) counterclockwise to remove it lamp assemblies (passenger Headlamp Low from the lamp assembly (3).
  • Page 295 An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in The vehicle has fuses and circuit some cases to remain off. Have the breakers to protect against an headlamp wiring checked right away electrical system overload. if the lamps go on and off or When the current electrical load is remain off.
  • Page 296 The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. To check a fuse, look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
  • Page 297 Rear Heated Seats Antilock Brake System Pump Electric Park Brake Rear Window Defogger Brake Vacuum Pump Cooling Fan K2 Not Used Transmission Auxiliary Oil Pump (eAssist) The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and Cooling Fan K1 features shown.
  • Page 298 Engine Control Six Cylinder Engine: Run/Crank for Module Battery Post Catalytic eAssist Power Converter Oxygen Inverter Module Air Conditioning Sensor Heater, Compressor Clutch Airbag Module Mass Air Flow Run/Crank Engine Control Sensor, Flex Fuel Module Run/Crank Sunshade Module, Sensor, Secondary Vehicle Air Air Induction Ignition Coils...
  • Page 299 All Wheel Drive, Six Cylinder Engine: Run/Crank for Inside Electronic Pre Catalytic Rearview Mirror, Suspension Control Converter Oxygen Rear Vision Camera, Sensor Heater, Air Quality Sensor, Body Control Canister Purge Aero Shutter Motor Module 6 Solenoid. Four Run/Crank for: Heated Seat Cylinder Engine: Pre Heating, Ventilation Front...
  • Page 300 AIR Solenoid Rear Window (eAssist) Defogger Fuel System Control Module Regulated Voltage Air Conditioning Control Sensor Compressor Clutch Ultrasonic Parking Starter Assist/Side Blind Zone/Lane Wiper Speed Departure Warning/ Wiper Control Rain Sensor Cabin Heater Passive Entry/ Coolant Pump Passive Start The instrument panel fuse block is (eAssist) located in the instrument panel, on...
  • Page 301 The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and Front Heater features shown. Ventilation Air Conditioning/Blower Steering Wheel (J-Case Fuse) Controls Backlight Passenger Seat Body Control (Circuit Breaker) Module 7 Driver Seat (Circuit Body Control Breaker) Module 5 Diagnostic Link Radio...
  • Page 302 Infotainment and AC/DC Inverter Center Stack Displays, Head-Up Every new GM vehicle has Display, Preferred high-quality tires made by a Trunk Relay Device Interface leading tire manufacturer. See Module, Rear Seat Not Used the warranty manual for Infotainment information regarding the tire Power Outlet Relay (eAssist) warranty and where to get...
  • Page 303 identified by the last two characters of this TPC code, which will be MS. Underinflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires can Consider installing winter tires on same danger as overloaded cause a crash. Only the the vehicle if frequent driving on tires.
  • Page 304 With winter tires, there may be decreased dry road traction, This vehicle may come with high increased road noise, and shorter performance summer tires. These tread life. After changing to winter tires have a special tread and tires, be alert for changes in vehicle compound that are optimized for handling and braking.
  • Page 305 criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. The letters and numbers Maximum load that GM's TPC specifications meet or following the DOT (Department can be carried and the exceed all federal safety of Transportation) code are the maximum pressure needed to guidelines.
  • Page 306 emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone temporary use tire or compact flat. If the vehicle has a compact spare tire should be inflated to spare tire, see 420 kPa (60 psi). For more The following is an example of a information on tire pressure and typical passenger vehicle inflation see...
  • Page 307 A two-digit is certified to carry. The speed A rubber coated layer of number that indicates the tire rating is the maximum speed a cords between the plies and the height-to-width measurements. tire is certified to carry a load. tread. Cords may be made from For example, if the tire size steel or other reinforcing aspect ratio is 60, as shown in...
  • Page 308 maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Gross Axle Weight and coolant, but without Rating for the rear axle. See load rating for a tire at the passengers and cargo. maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in The side of an asymmetrical tire, The sum of curb...
  • Page 309 model name molding that is The portion of a tire tire's traction, temperature, and higher or deeper than the same between the tread and the bead. treadwear. Ratings are moldings on the other sidewall determined by tire of the tire. manufacturers using alphanumeric code assigned to government testing procedures.
  • Page 310 recommended inflation pressure. See Tire and Loading Check the tires once a month or Information Label under more. Do not forget the compact spare, if the vehicle has one. The cold compact spare tire pressure should be at 420 kPa Tires need the correct amount of (60 psi).
  • Page 311 pressure on the Tire and Each tire, including the spare (if tread life, and may affect the provided), should be checked vehicle's handling and stopping Loading Information label, no monthly when cold and inflated to ability. further adjustment is necessary. the inflation pressure recommended If the inflation pressure is low, Please note that the TPMS is not a...
  • Page 312 pressure as intended. TPMS tires to the recommended pressure malfunctions may occur for a variety shown on the Tire and Loading of reasons, including the installation Information label. See of replacement or alternate tires or This vehicle may have a Tire wheels on the vehicle that prevent Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
  • Page 313 A Tire and Loading Information Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits label, attached to your vehicle, use a GM approved liquid tire shows the size of the original sealant. Using non-approved tire The TPMS will not function properly equipment tires and the correct sealants could damage the TPMS if one or more of the TPMS sensors inflation pressure for the tires when...
  • Page 314 The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the process was not done or not being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger rotating the tires.
  • Page 315 4. Use the thumbwheel to scroll to 9. Proceed to the passenger side the Tire Pressure Menu Item front tire, and repeat the We recommend that the tires, screen. procedure in Step 8. including the spare tire, if the 10. Proceed to the passenger side 5.
  • Page 316 The tire has a puncture, cut, Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor or other damage that cannot System. See be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See Wheel Nut Torque under Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km (7,500 mi).
  • Page 317 Lightly coat the center of the equipped, be replaced after six years, regardless of tread wear. The wheel hub with wheel bearing tire manufacturer date is the last grease after a wheel change or four digits of the DOT Tire tire rotation to prevent corrosion Identification Number (TIN) which is or rust build-up.
  • Page 318 at least a month, remove the tires or number is molded onto the tire's Winter tires with the same speed raise the vehicle to reduce the sidewall near the tire size. If the rating as the original equipment weight from the tires. tires have an all-season tread tires may not be available for H, design, the TPC Spec number...
  • Page 319 sure they are the same size, may be affected. If the vehicle has electronic systems such as antilock load range, speed rating, and brakes, rollover airbags, traction construction (radial) as the Mixing tires of different sizes, control, and electronic stability original tires.
  • Page 320 nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on or to some limited-production the government course as a tire Quality grades can be found tires. graded 100.
  • Page 321 straight-ahead braking traction performance on the laboratory road, the tires and wheels might need to be rebalanced. See your tests, and does not include test wheel than the minimum dealer for proper diagnosis. acceleration, cornering, required by law. Warning: The hydroplaning, or peak traction temperature grade for this tire is characteristics.
  • Page 322 Using the wrong replacement parts. The area damaged by the wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel tire chains could cause loss of Replacing a wheel with a used nuts can be dangerous. It could control and a crash. one is dangerous. How it has affect the braking and handling of Use another type of traction been used or how far it has been...
  • Page 323 It is unusual for a tire to blow out Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. anything else, you or others could are maintained properly.
  • Page 324 This vehicle may come with a jack 2. Flat Tire and spare tire or a tire sealant and The following information explains compressor kit. To use the jacking how to repair or change a tire. Changing a tire can be equipment to change a spare tire dangerous.
  • Page 325 which cannot be seen or smelled. Storing the tire sealant and It can cause unconsciousness compressor kit or other and even death. Never run the equipment in the passenger engine in an enclosed area that compartment of the vehicle could has no fresh air ventilation.
  • Page 326 If the tire has been separated from 2. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or Removal and Installation of the the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, Air Only) Sealant Canister later in this or has a large puncture, the tire is section. 3. Pressure Relief Button too severely damaged for the tire 4.
  • Page 327 heated environment for five minutes. 4. Remove the valve stem cap from 9. Press the on/off button (1) to This will help to inflate the tire the flat tire by turning it turn the tire sealant and faster. counterclockwise. compressor kit on. 5.
  • Page 328 reading. The compressor may 11. Press the on/off button (1) to be turned on/off until the turn the tire sealant and correct pressure is reached. compressor kit off. The tire is not sealed and will continue to leak air until the vehicle is driven and the 16.
  • Page 329 19. Stop at a safe location and 21. Dispose of the used sealant check the tire pressure. Refer canister and sealant/air hose to Steps 1 11 under Using the (6) assembly at a local dealer Tire Sealant and Compressor or in accordance with local Kit without Sealant to Inflate a state codes and practices.
  • Page 330 1. Remove the tire sealant and 6. Plug the power plug (7) into the 10. Inflate the tire to the compressor kit from its storage accessory power outlet in the recommended inflation location. See vehicle. Unplug all items from pressure using the pressure other accessory power outlets.
  • Page 331 11. Press the on/off button (1) to 6. Screw the connector (2) to the turn the tire sealant and canister (1). compressor kit off. 7. Slide the plastic cover back on. To remove the sealant canister: Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage.
  • Page 332 which cannot be seen or smelled. Storing the tire sealant and It can cause unconsciousness compressor kit or other and even death. Never run the equipment in the passenger engine in an enclosed area that compartment of the vehicle could has no fresh air ventilation.
  • Page 333 If the tire has been separated from The kit includes: 2. On/Off Button the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, 3. Pressure Gauge or has a large puncture, the tire is 4. Pressure Deflation Button too severely damaged for the tire (If equipped) sealant and compressor kit to be effective.
  • Page 334 assembly must be replaced. See heated environment for five minutes. Removal and Installation of the This will help to inflate the tire Sealant Canister following. faster. If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place.
  • Page 335 4. Remove the valve stem cap from 9. Press the on/off button (2) to reading. The compressor may the flat tire by turning it turn the tire sealant and be turned on/off until the counterclockwise. compressor kit on. correct pressure is reached. The compressor will inject 5.
  • Page 336 11. Press the on/off button (2) to 19. Stop at a safe location and turn the tire sealant and check the tire pressure. Refer compressor kit off. to Steps 1 11 under Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor The tire is not sealed and will Kit without Sealant to Inflate a continue to leak air until the Tire (Not Punctured).
  • Page 337 21. Dispose of the used tire sealant canister (5) and sealant/air hose (6) assembly at a local dealer or in accordance with local state To use the air compressor to inflate codes and practices. a tire with air only and not sealant: 22.
  • Page 338 If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 6. Plug the power plug (8) into the 10. Inflate the tire to the and wheel damage by driving slowly accessory power outlet in the recommended inflation to a level place. Turn on the hazard vehicle.
  • Page 339 11. Press the on/off button (2) to 4. Replace with a new canister turn the tire sealant and which is available from your compressor kit off. dealer. Be careful while handling the 5. Push the new canister into tire sealant and compressor kit place.
  • Page 340 3. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise to remove it. 4. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit. To store the tire sealant and compressor kit, reverse the steps. The equipment you need is located 3. Turn the retainer nut in the trunk. counterclockwise and remove the spare tire.
  • Page 341 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See for more information. 2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nut caps. If needed, finish loosening them by hand. The nut caps will not 1. Screwdriver come off of the wheel cover. 3.
  • Page 342 Getting under a vehicle when it is Lifting a vehicle and getting under lifted on a jack is dangerous. it to do maintenance or repairs is If the vehicle slips off the jack, dangerous without the you could be badly injured or appropriate safety equipment and killed.
  • Page 343 an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. 6. Turn the jack handle clockwise 7. Remove all of the wheel nuts. to raise the vehicle far enough 8.
  • Page 344 Never use oil or grease on bolts to the proper torque specification or nuts because the nuts might after replacing. Follow the torque come loose. The vehicle's wheel specification supplied by the could fall off, causing a crash. aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts.
  • Page 345 6. Place the floor cover on the wheel. 1. If the flat tire is larger than the Storing a jack, a tire, or other spare tire, use the longer equipment in the passenger mounting bolt. compartment of the vehicle could cause injury.
  • Page 346 4. Place the tire, lying flat, facing Check the inflation pressure Do not mix the compact spare tire or up in the spare tire well. regularly. It should be 420 kPa wheel with other wheels or tires. (60 psi). They will not fit. Keep the spare tire 5.
  • Page 347 With the ignition key in the run attempted using the following jump position, proceed as follows: starting procedure under Jump Starting (with or without eAssist). 1. Press MENU (3) on the turn On-board jump starting may be signal lever until Vehicle unavailable due to the 12-volt Information Menu is displayed.
  • Page 348 2. Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching. 3. Set the parking brake firmly and Batteries can hurt you. They can put the shift lever in P (Park). be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you. They contain gas that can explode or ignite.
  • Page 349 6. Connect the other end of the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the good An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that battery. when the engine is not running first.
  • Page 350 Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as a motor home. The two most common types of Reverse the sequence exactly when recreational vehicle towing are removing the jumper cables. known as dinghy towing and dolly towing.
  • Page 351 Is the proper towing equipment Vehicles with front-wheel drive can going to be used? See your be dolly towed from the front. dealer or trailering professional Use the following procedure to dolly for additional advice and tow the vehicle from the front: equipment recommendations.
  • Page 352 To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it often and out of direct sunlight. The vehicle cannot be dolly towed from the rear. Vehicles with all-wheel drive cannot be dolly towed.
  • Page 353 cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Regularly clean bright metal parts Occasional hand waxing or mild with water or chrome polish on Rinse the vehicle well, before chrome or stainless steel trim, washing and after, to remove all polishing should be done to remove cleaning agents completely.
  • Page 354 Clean rubber blades using a lint-free cloth or paper towel soaked with Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to windshield washer fluid or a mild clean the tires. detergent. Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and a buildup of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause wiper streaking.
  • Page 355 check constant velocity joints, material to parts repaired or rubber boots, and axle seals for replaced to restore corrosion To prevent dirt particle abrasions, leaks. protection. regularly clean the vehicle's interior. Original manufacturer replacement Immediately remove any soils. Note parts will provide the corrosion that newspapers or dark garments Lubricate all key lock cylinders, protection while maintaining the...
  • Page 356 remain on the surface being 3.78 L (1 gal) of water. cleaned for extended periods A concentrated soap solution will of time. leave a residue that creates streaks and attracts dirt. Do not Cleaners may contain solvents that use solutions that contain strong can become concentrated in the or caustic soap.
  • Page 357 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface center. Fold the cleaning cloth to using a soft brush attachment. If a a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being For vehicles with high gloss prevent forcing the soil in to the used during vacuuming, only use it...
  • Page 358 If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed, it can interfere with the pedals. Wash with warm water and mild Interference with the pedals can detergent. Do not use chlorine cause unintended acceleration bleach. Rinse with cold water, and and/or increased stopping then dry completely.
  • Page 359 Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage: The original equipment floor Pull up on the rear of the floor mat mats were designed for your to unlock each retainer and remove. vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased.
  • Page 383 Canada) ....13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Buick. Normally, any concerns with Customer Satisfaction the United States the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
  • Page 384 If after contacting a When contacting Buick, remember 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility. That is...
  • Page 385 For further information concerning Did you get the Warranty Extension In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor Plan? This plan is recommended by not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), General Motors to supplement the addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call warranty included with the new...
  • Page 386 Motors Customer Assistance However, if a customer wishes to Center (CAC) and provide the Explain your case to your dealer write or e-mail Buick, the letter following information: service agent, service manager, should be addressed to: Name dealer sales agent, or sales manager, depending on your case.
  • Page 387 Roadside Assistance: 1-800-521-7300 and who use Text Telephones 1-800-268-6800 (TTYs), Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance 00-800-052-1005 Center. Any TTY user can Please contact the local General communicate with Buick by dialing: Motors Business Unit.
  • Page 388 Visit my.buick.com to register your required alerts, OnStar onboard vehicle. vehicle diagnostic information, and schedule service appointments. View Take a trip to the Buick Owner printable dealer-recorded service Centre: records and self-recorded service records. Chat live with online help representatives.
  • Page 389 For more information on the limited the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or When calling Roadside Assistance, Buick and General Motors of call the GM Mobility Assistance have the following information Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text Canada Limited reserve the right to...
  • Page 390 Buick and General Motors of driven. Assistance is also given Canada Limited reserve the right to when the vehicle is stuck in limit services or payment to an sand, mud, or snow. Reimbursement owner or driver if they decide the Service to is approximately $5 Canadian.
  • Page 391 : Service to renewal of this program at the end services are available at no cost jump start a dead battery. of its term, contact the Buick under the terms and conditions of Customer Assistance Center at the program. The Roadside Transmission of urgent phone 01-800-466-0818.
  • Page 392 If this happens, in addition to the If the vehicle cannot be received If the vehicle is involved in an previously listed services and by the nearest Buick dealer due accident during the commission prior to confirmation by the to scheduling conflicts, the...
  • Page 393 A rental car will be provided for up to two days and the vehicle : Transportation to pick up must be returned to its original Roadside Assistance does not your vehicle after repairs are destination, excluding vehicles cover or reimburse services for the complete.
  • Page 394 01-800-466-0818 and advising the service consultant of your transportation needs, your Cost of towing a trailer when dealer can help minimize your choosing a Buick dealer that is 1-866-466-8197 inconvenience. nearest to the temporary storage facility for the disabled vehicle.
  • Page 395 original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount allowed by Warranty service can generally be GM for shuttle service. In addition, completed while you wait. However, for U.S. customers, should you if you are unable to wait, GM helps arrange transportation through a To enhance your ownership to minimize inconvenience by...
  • Page 396 insurance coverage, credit card, etc. Recycled original equipment parts You are responsible for fuel usage may also be used for repair. These charges and may also be parts are typically removed from responsible for taxes, levies, usage vehicles that were total losses in If the vehicle is involved in a fees, excessive mileage, or rental prior crashes.
  • Page 397 Limited Warranty, and any vehicle aftermarket collision parts. Some puts you in danger, or you are failure related to such parts is not insurance companies will not instructed to move it by a police covered by that warranty. specify aftermarket collision parts. officer.
  • Page 398 General description of the Insurance pays the bill for the repair, damage to the other vehicle. but you must live with the repair. Depending on your policy limits, Choose a reputable repair facility your insurance company may that uses quality replacement parts. initially value the repair using See Collision Parts earlier in this Service Manuals have the diagnosis...
  • Page 399 In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Or write to: Owner Manual, and Warranty Helm, Incorporated Booklet. Attention: Customer Service RETAIL SELL PRICE: 47911 Halyard Drive $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Plymouth, MI 48170 shipping fees. Prices are subject to change without Without Portfolio: Owner notice and without incurring Manual only.
  • Page 400 80 rue Noel Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, please notify General Motors. Call 1-800-521-7300, or write: Buick Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33136 Detroit, MI 48232-5136...
  • Page 401 These data can help provide a better understanding of the This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are main purpose of an EDR is to recorded by your vehicle only if a record, in certain crash or near non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
  • Page 402 if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee; in response If the vehicle is equipped with a to an official request by police or navigation system as part of the similar government office; as part of This vehicle has systems that infotainment system, use of the GM's defense of litigation through operate on a radio frequency that...
  • Page 403 Push Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency ....14-2 Navigation voice commands.
  • Page 404 Push the OnStar Emergency button equipped with automatic door locks, to get a priority connection to an and can help police locate the Emergency Advisor available vehicle if it is stolen. 24/7 to: With Automatic Crash Response, Get help for an emergency. the built-in system can automatically OnStar navigation requires the Be a Good Samaritan or...
  • Page 405 2. Say Repeat. System responds Push with the last direction given, then then request the Advisor to responds with OnStar ready, download directions to the then a tone. navigation system in the vehicle. After the call ends, push the Go 1.
  • Page 406 2. Say Call. System responds: Please say the name or number Push . System responds: Call to call. ended. 1. Push . System responds: 3. Say the entire number without OnStar ready. pausing, including a 1 and the 2. Say Call <name tag>. System area code.
  • Page 407 Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling perform a vehicle check every are available on most vehicles. Not month. It will check the engine, all OnStar services are available transmission, antilock brakes, and everywhere or on all vehicles.
  • Page 408 network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with OnStar The website provides access to service. Service involving location account information, manages the Advisors provide services to help information about the vehicle cannot OnStar subscription, and allows subscribers with physical disabilities work unless GPS signals are viewing of videos of each service.
  • Page 409 OnStar equipment may be Avoid placing items over or near the warranted as part of the New antenna to prevent blocking cellular Obstruction of the GPS can Vehicle Limited Warranty. The and GPS signal reception. Cellular occur in a large city with tall manufacturer of the vehicle reception is required for OnStar to buildings;...
  • Page 410 FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF The OnStar system is integrated THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. IN NO into the electrical architecture of the Certain OnStar components include EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR vehicle. Do not add any electrical libcurl and unzip software. Below COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE equipment.
  • Page 411 Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, materials provided with the Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, distribution. The sole exception This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the Rich Wales, Mike White to this condition is redistribution Info-ZIP copyright and license. The of a standard UnZipSFX binary definitive version of this document This software is provided as is, (including SFXWiz) as part of a...
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  • Page 413: Antilock Brake

    Airbag System (cont'd) Assistance Program, What Will You See after an Roadside ....13-7, 13-9 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-24 Audio Players .
  • Page 414 Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Carbon Monoxide Headlamps, Front Turn Engine Exhaust ....9-26 Battery ..... . . 10-27 Signal, and Parking Trunk .
  • Page 415 Climate Control Systems Cruise Control ....9-37 Diagnostics ® Dual Automatic ....8-1 Light .
  • Page 416 Driving (cont'd) Engine Event Data Recorders ..13-19 Loss of Control ....9-5 Air Cleaner/Filter ... 10-15 Exit Lighting .

  • Page 417: Seat Adjustment

    Front Seats Adjustment ....3-3 Garage Door Opener ..5-45 Halogen Bulbs ....10-31 Heated and Ventilated .
  • Page 418 High Voltage Devices and Lamps (cont'd) On Reminder ....5-24 Wiring ..... . . 10-35 Jump Starting .

  • Page 419: Memory Features

    Lights (cont'd) Lower Anchors and Tethers Messages (cont'd) Key and Lock ....5-36 Engine Coolant for Children (LATCH Temperature Warning ..5-22 System) .
  • Page 420 ® OnStar Navigation ... . 14-2 Parking ® OnStar Overview ... . . 14-1 Assist, Ultrasonic ... . .9-40 Navigation ®...

  • Page 421: Remote Vehicle Start

    Pregnancy, Using Safety Recommended Fluids and Retained Accessory Belts ......3-17 Lubricants ....11-12 Power (RAP) .

  • Page 422: Starting The Vehicle

    Safety Belts (cont'd) Security Side Blind Zone Alert ..9-41 Reminders ....5-13 Light .
  • Page 423 Storage Areas Tires Tires (cont'd) Wheel Replacement ..10-61 Center Console ....4-2 Buying New Tires ... 10-58 Convenience Net .
  • Page 424 Trunk ......2-11 Vehicle (cont'd) Wheels Remote Start ....2-8 Turn and Lane-Change Alignment and Tire Signals .

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