Table Of Contents - Buick 2014 Verano Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Contents1
Table Of Contents7
In Brief8
Instrument Panel Overview8
Initial Drive Information10
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System10
Remote Vehicle Start11
Cancelling A Remote Start11
Door Locks11
Trunk Release12
Windows12
Power Door Locks12
Seat Adjustment13
Manual Front Seats13
Seat Height Adjuster13
Seat Cushion Tilt Feature13
Power Driver Seat14
Rear Seat14
Reclining Seatbacks14
Heated Seats15
Head Restraint Adjustment15
Safety Belts15
Passenger Sensing System16
Mirror Adjustment16
Exterior Mirrors16
Interior Mirrors16
Steering Wheel Adjustment17
Interior Lighting17
Dome Lamps17
Reading Lamps17
Exterior Lighting18
Windshield Wiper/Washer18
Climate Controls19
Transmission20
Dual Automatic Climate Control System20
Driver Shift Control (Dsc)20
Vehicle Features21
Radio(S)21
Storing A Station As A Favorite21
Setting The Clock21
Satellite Radio22
Siriusxm Satellite Radio Service22
Portable Audio Devices22
Bluetooth ®22
Steering Wheel Controls23
Cruise Control23
Infotainment System24
Driver Information Center (Dic)24
Forward Collision Alert System24
Lane Departure Warning24
Side Blind Zone Alert (Sbza)25
Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)25
Ultrasonic Parking Assist25
Sunroof25
Warning (Ldw)25
Power Outlets25
Performance And Maintenance26
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control26
Tire Pressure Monitor27
Engine Oil Life System27
Resetting The Oil Life System27
Driving For Better Fuel Economy28
Program28
Onstar ®28
Keys, Doors And Windows29
Keys29
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation31
Keyless Access Operation32
Keyless Unlocking/Locking From The Driver Door32
Keyless Unlocking/Locking From The Passenger Doors33
Passive Locking33
Temporary Disable Passive Locking Feature33
Programming Transmitters To The Vehicle33
Programming With A Recognized Transmitter34
Programming Without A Recognized Transmitter34
Starting The Vehicle With A Low Transmitter Battery36
Battery Replacement37
Starting The Vehicle37
Extending Engine Run Time38
Canceling A Remote Start38
Conditions In Which Remote Start Will Not Work38
Keyless Access39
Delayed Locking40
Automatic Door Locks40
Lockout Protection41
Safety Locks41
Power Safety Locks41
Doors42
Manual Safety Locks42
Trunk42
Emergency Trunk Release Handle43
Vehicle Security44
Vehicle Alarm System44
Arming The Alarm System44
Immobilizer45
Immobilizer Operation45
Disarming The Alarm System45
How To Detect A Tamper Condition45
Convex Mirrors47
Power Mirrors47
Folding Mirrors48
Heated Mirrors48
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror48
Cleaning The Mirror48
Express Window Operation50
Programming The Power Windows50
Rear Window Lockout50
Sun Visors51
Safety Function52
Sunshade52
Seats And Restraints53
Head Restraints54
Front Seats54
Rear Seats55
Power Seat Adjustment56
To Recline The Seatback57
To Return The Seatback To An Upright Position57
Heated Front Seats58
Remote Start Heated Seats59
To Raise The Seatback60
Why Safety Belts Work62
Questions And Answers About Safety Belts62
How To Wear Safety Belts Properly63
Lap-Shoulder Belt64
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster65
Safety Belt Pretensioners66
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides66
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy68
Safety Belt Extender68
Safety System Check68
Safety Belt Care69
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After A Crash69
Airbag System70
Where Are The Airbags?72
When Should An Airbag Inflate?73
What Makes An Airbag Inflate?74
How Does An Airbag Restrain?74
What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates?75
If The On Indicator Is Lit For A Child Restraint78
If The Off Indicator Is Lit For An Adult-Sized Occupant79
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation80
Servicing The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle81
Adding Equipment To The Airbag Equipped Vehicle81
Airbag System Check82
Replacing Airbag System Parts After A Crash82
Child Restraints83
Older Children83
Infants And Young Children85
Child Restraint Systems87
Rear-Facing Infant Seat87
Forward-Facing Child Seat87
Securing An Add-On Child Restraint In The Vehicle88
Booster Seats88
Where To Put The Restraint89
Securing The Child Within The Child Restraint89
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)90
Lower Anchors91
Top Tether Anchor91
Lower Anchor And Top Tether Anchor Locations92
Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System93
Head Restraint Removal And Reinstallation96
Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash97
Securing Child Restarints (Rear Seat)98
Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)100
Storage Compartments103
Instrument Panel Storage103
Glove Box104
Cupholders104
Center Console Storage105
Instruments And Controls107
Adjustment107
Controls108
Heated Steering Wheel109
Horn109
Wiper Parking110
Compass111
Clock111
Setting The 12/24 Hour Format111
To Set The Time112
Cigarette Lighter113
Ashtrays113
Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators114
Instrument Cluster115
Speedometer116
Trip Odometer116
Tachometer116
Fuel Gauge116
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge117
Safety Belt Reminders117
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light117
Airbag Readiness Light118
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light118
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator119
Charging System Light119
Malfunction Indicator Lamp120
Brake System Warning Light122
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs122
Electric Parking Brake Light123
Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light124
Lane Departure Warning (Ldw) Light124
Vehicle Ahead Indicator124
Traction Off Light125
Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light125
Stabilitrak ® Off Light125
Tire Pressure Light126
Engine Oil Pressure Light126
Low Fuel Warning Light127
Security Light127
High-Beam On Light127
Front Fog Lamp Light128
Lamps On Reminder128
Cruise Control Light128
Door Ajar Light128
Information Displays129
Dic Operation And Displays129
Trip/Fuel Menu Items129
Dic Buttons129
Driver Information129
Center (Dic)129
Digital Speedometer130
Fuel Range130
Average Fuel Economy130
Instantaneous Fuel Economy130
Navigation131
Vehicle Information Menu Items131
Tire Pressure131
Remaining Oil Life131
Vehicle Messages132
Battery Voltage And Charging Messages132
Low Battery132
Brake System Messages133
Compass Messages133
Door Ajar Messages133
Engine Cooling System Messages134
Engine Oil Messages134
Engine Power Messages135
Key And Lock Messages135
Object Detection System Messages135
Fuel System Messages135
Ride Control System Messages136
Security Messages137
Tire Messages137
Vehicle Personalization138
Transmission Messages138
Washer Fluid Messages138
Window Messages138
Climate And Air Quality139
Auto Fan Speed139
Remote Start Auto Heat Seats139
Auto Defog139
Comfort And Convenience140
Collision/Detection Systems140
Lighting140
Exit Lighting140
Vehicle Locator Lights141
Open Door Anti Lock Out141
Auto Door Unlock141
Delay Door Lock141
Remote Lock/Unlock/Start142
Remote Lock Feedback142
Remote Door Unlock142
Remote Unlock Feedback142
Universal Remote System143
Universal Remote System Programming143
Programming The Universal Remote System143
To Program Up To Three Devices143
Learn Or Smart Button144
Radio Signals For Canada And Some Gate Operators145
Universal Remote System Operation146
Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons146
Reprogramming A Single Universal Remote System Button146
Exterior Lamp Controls147
Headlight High/Low-Beam Changer148
Flash-To-Pass148
Daytime Running Lamps148
Automatic Headlamp System149
Lights On With Wipers149
Hazard Warning Flashers150
Turn And Lane-Change Signals150
Front Fog Lamps151
Instrument Panel Illumination Control151
Courtesy Lamps152
Lighting Features153
Entry Lighting153
Battery Power Protection153
Infotainment155
Theft-Deterrent Feature156
Navigation/Radio System156
Overview (Radio With Cd)157
Operation159
Turning The System On Or Off159
Automatic Switch-Off159
Volume Control159
Audio Settings160
Activating A Setting160
Setting A Value160
Turning A Function On Or Off160
System Settings161
Adjusting The Treble, Midrange, And Bass161
Adjusting The Fader And Balance161
Adjusting The Eq (Equalizer)161
Am-Fm Radio162
Control Buttons162
Radio Menus162
Selecting A Band162
Radio Settings163
Station Lists163
Category Lists163
Updating Station & Category Lists163
Autostore Stations164
Finding A Station164
Seeking A Station164
Radio Data System (Rds)165
Selecting The Siriusxm Band166
Siriusxm Categories166
Selecting An Siriusxm Channel166
Storing An Siriusxm Channel As A Favorite166
Siriusxm Messages167
Storing A Channel As A Favorite167
Retrieving Channels167
Loading Xm167
Radio Reception168
Fm168
Cell Phone Usage168
Audio Players169
Backglass Antenna169
Multi-Band Antenna169
Cd Player169
Inserting A Cd170
Removing A Cd170
Playing A Cd Or Mp3 Cd170
Selecting A Cd Track170
Error Messages171
Auxiliary Devices171
Selecting An Mp3 Track171
Searching For Mp3 Tracks171
Connecting And Controlling An Ipod172
Adjusting The Volume172
Usb Port172
Shuffle172
Connecting And Controlling Playsforsure Device (Pfd) Or Zune173
Connecting And Controlling Usb Drive173
Searching For A Track173
Connecting A Usb Drive173
Phone174
Bluetooth (Overview)174
Shuffle Functionality174
Repeat Functionality174
Bluetooth Controls175
Voice Recognition175
Infotainment System Controls175
Audio System176
Pairing176
Pairing Information176
Controls)176
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)176
Making A Call Using Phone Book177
Pairing A Phone177
Listing All Paired And Connected Phones177
Deleting A Paired Phone177
Accepting Or Declining A Call178
Making A Call178
Call Waiting178
Conference Calling178
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (Dtmf) Tones179
Using Voice Recognition179
To Start A Conference While In Current Call179
To Mute A Call179
Recognition)179
Storing And Deleting Phone Numbers181
Connecting To A Different Phone181
Using The Store Command181
Using The Digit Store Command181
Listing Stored Numbers182
Using The List Command182
Using The Delete Command182
Using The Dial Or Call Command182
Receiving A Call183
Three-Way Calling183
Using The Digit Dial Command183
Using The Re-Dial Command183
Transferring A Call184
Voice Pass-Thru184
Clearing The System185
Sending A Number Or Name Tag During A Call185
Trademarks And License Agreements185
Climate Control Systems191
Air Conditioning192
Rear Window Defogger192
Automatic Operation193
Manual Operation194
Air Delivery Modes194
Air Vents196
Maintenance196
Passenger Compartment Air Filter196
Sensors196
Driving And Operating197
Driving Information198
Distracted Driving198
Defensive Driving199
Drunk Driving199
Control Of A Vehicle199
Braking199
Electric Power Steering200
Off-Road Recovery200
Curve Tips200
Steering In Emergencies200
Loss Of Control201
Skidding201
Driving On Wet Roads202
Highway Hypnosis202
Hydroplaning202
Other Rainy Weather Tips202
Hill And Mountain Roads203
Winter Driving203
Driving On Snow Or Ice203
Blizzard Conditions204
If The Vehicle Is Stuck205
Rocking The Vehicle To Get It Out205
Vehicle Load Limits206
Tire And Loading Information Label206
Label Example206
Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit207
Certification Label209
Starting And Operating210
New Vehicle Break-In210
Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)210
Automatic Transmission211
Manual Transmission211
Service Only Mode212
Ignition Positions212
Starting The Engine214
Key Lock Release214
Starting Procedure (Key Access)215
Starting Procedure (Keyless Access)216
Engine Heater217
Retained Accessory Power (Rap)218
Shifting Into Park218
Leaving The Vehicle With The Engine Running218
Shifting Out Of Park219
Torque Lock219
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock219
Parking Over Things That Burn220
Engine Exhaust220
Running The Vehicle While Parked221
Manual Mode223
Antilock Brake System (Abs)226
Parking Brake227
Using Abs227
Braking In Emergencies227
Epb Apply228
Epb Release228
Automatic Epb Release229
Brake Assist229
Hill Start Assist (Hsa)229
Ride Control Systems230
Traction Control/Electronic230
Turning The Systems Off And On231
Setting Cruise Control233
Resuming A Set Speed233
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control233
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control233
Driver Assistance Systems234
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control234
Ending Cruise Control234
Erasing Speed Memory234
Forward Collision Alert (Fca)234
Detecting The Vehicle Ahead235
Collision Alert235
Selecting The Alert Timing236
Unnecessary Alerts236
Cleaning The System236
Turning The System On And Off237
When The System Does Not Seem To Work Properly237
Sbza Detection Zones238
Side Blind Zone238
Alert (Sbza)238
Rear Vision239
Camera (Rvc)239
Symbols240
Turning The Rear Vision Camera System On Or Off240
To Turn The Symbols On Or Off240
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (Rcta)241
Guidelines241
Rear Vision Camera Error Messages241
Rear Vision Camera Location242
Lane Departure243
Recommended Fuel245
Use Of Seasonal Fuels245
Prohibited Fuels245
Gasoline Specifications246
California Fuel Requirements246
Fuels In Foreign Countries246
Fuel Additives247
Filling The Tank247
Filling A Portable Fuel Container248
Trailer Towing249
General Towing Information249
Driving Characteristics And Towing Tips249
Towing With A Stability Control System250
Following Distance250
Passing250
Backing Up250
Driving On Grades251
Parking On Hills251
If Parking The Rig On A Hill251
Leaving After Parking On A Hill251
Trailer Towing (2.0L Engine)252
Trailer Towing (Except 2.0L Engine)252
Maintenance When Trailer Towing252
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing252
Towing Equipment253
Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires253
Hitches253
Safety Chains253
Conversions And Add-Ons254
Add-On Electrical Equipment254
Trailer Brakes254
Vehicle Care255
General Information256
Vehicle Checks257
Accessories And Modifications257
Hood258
To Close The Hood259
Engine Compartment Overview260
Engine Oil263
Checking Engine Oil263
Selecting The Right Engine Oil264
When To Add Engine Oil264
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes265
Viscosity Grade265
Automatic Transmission Fluid266
How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System266
How To Check Automatic Transmission Fluid266
Manual Transmission Fluid267
Hydraulic Clutch267
How To Check Manual Transmission Fluid267
When To Check And What To Use267
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter268
How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter268
Cooling System269
Engine Coolant270
Checking Coolant271
How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank272
Engine Overheating273
If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment274
If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment274
Washer Fluid275
Adding Washer Fluid275
Brake Fluid276
Brake Adjustment276
Replacing Brake System Parts276
Checking Brake Fluid277
Battery278
Starter Switch Check278
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check279
Ignition Transmission Lock Check279
Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check279
Wiper Blade Replacement280
Headlamp Aiming281
Bulb Replacement281
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal And Parking Lamps281
Fog Lamps282
Parking/Turn Signal Lamp282
Trunk Deck Inboard Taillamp And Back-Up Lamp282
License Plate Lamp284
Replacement Bulbs284
Electrical System285
Fuses And Circuit Breakers285
Headlamp Wiring285
Windshield Wipers285
Engine Compartment Fuse Block286
Instrument Panel Fuse Block290
Rear Compartment Fuse Block292
Wheels And Tires294
All-Season Tires295
Winter Tires295
Low-Profile Tires295
Tire Sidewall Labeling296
Tire Size296
Dot296
Dot Tire Date Of Manufacture296
Tire Identification Number297
Tire Ply Material297
Uniform Tire Quality Grading297
Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit297
Tire Designations298
Aspect Ratio298
Construction Code298
Tire Terminology And Definitions299
Air Pressure299
Accessory Wewight299
Belt299
Intended Outboard Sidewall300
Load Index300
Maximum Load Rating300
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight300
Tire Pressure Monitor System303
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation304
Tpms Malfunction Light And Message305
Tpms Sensor Matching Process305
Tire Inspection307
Tire Rotation307
When It Is Time For New Tires308
Buying New Tires309
Vehicle Storage309
Different Size Tires And Wheels311
Treadwear312
Traction312
Temperature312
Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance313
Wheel Replacement313
Tire Chains314
If A Tire Goes Flat314
Used Replacement Wheels314
Tire Changing316
Removing The Spare Tire And Tools316
Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire317
Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools321
Compact Spare Tire322
Storing The Flat Tire And Tools322
Storing The Compact Spare Tire And Tools322
Jump Starting323
Towing The Vehicle326
Jumper Cable Removal326
Recreational Vehicle Towing327
Dinghy Towing328
Dolly Towing328
Appearance Care329
Exterior Care329
Locks329
Washing The Vehicle329
Finish Care330
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Molding330
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses, Emblems, Decals And Stripes331
Air Intakes332
Windshield And Wiper Blades332
Weatherstrips332
Tires332
Steering, Suspension, And Chassis Components333
Body Component Lubrication333
Underbody Maintenance333
Finish Damage333
Interior Care334
Interior Glass334
Speaker Covers335
Coated Moldings335
Fabric/Carpet/Suede335
Floor Mats337
Cargo Cover And Convenience Net337
Care Of Safety Belts337
Removing And Replacing The Floor Mats338
Service And Maintenance339
Maintenance Schedule341
Owner Checks And Services341
At Each Fuel Stop341
Engine Oil Change341
Special Application Services347
Additional Maintenance And Care347
Belts348
Fluids348
Lamps348
Shocks And Struts348
Wheel Alignment349
Windshield349
Wiper Blades349
Recommended Fluids And Lubricants350
Maintenance Replacement Parts351
Technical Data355
Vehicle Identification355
Vehicle Identification Number355
Engine Identification355
Vehicle Data356
Capacities And Specifications356
Engine Specifications357
Engine Drive Belt Routing358
Customer Information359
Reporting Safety Defects370
Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy371
Event Data Recorders372
Radio Frequency Identification373
Radio Frequency Statement373
Onstar Overview375
Onstar Services376
Emergency376
Security376
Using Voice Commands During A Planned Route377
Cancel Route377
Route Preview377
Connections377
Onstar Mobile App378
Hands-Free Calling378
Calling 911 Emergency378
Retrieve My Number378
Onstar Additional Information379
Diagnostics379
Transferring Service379
Reactivation For Subsequent Owners379
Index385
System390
Traction Control System391