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2011 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-40
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-34
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-17
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-26
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-33
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-38
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-40
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-45
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-52
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-84
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-87
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-90

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  • Page 1 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Driving and Operating .

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2011 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 General Information ..11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ..11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ..11-6 Maintenance Records .
  • Page 3 For vehicles first sold in Canada, to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, substitute the name General Helm, Incorporated the CHEVROLET Emblem, and Motors of Canada Limited for P.O.

  • Page 4: Using This Manual

    Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and These mean there is something the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other back of the manual.

  • Page 5: Vehicle Symbol Chart

    Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fog Lamps Here are some additional symbols : Fuel Gauge that may be found on the vehicle : Fuses and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to : Headlamp High/Low-Beam the Index. Changer : Airbag Readiness Light : LATCH System Child...
  • Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
  • Page 7 In Brief In Brief Vehicle Features Radio(s) ..... 1-16 Satellite Radio ....1-17 Portable Audio Devices .
  • Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview...
  • Page 9 In Brief A. Exterior Lamp Controls on H. Windshield Wiper/Washer on Q. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 6 1. page 5 3. page 5 2. Front Fog Lamps on page 6 4 Infotainment on page 7 1. R. Driver Airbag. See Where Are the Airbags? on page 3 27.

  • Page 10: Initial Drive Information

    In Brief Climate Control Systems on Initial Drive page 8 1 (If Equipped). Information Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 3 (If This section provides a brief Equipped). overview about some of the important features that may or may Heated Front Seats on page 3 7 not be on your specific vehicle.

  • Page 11: Door Locks

    In Brief 3. Immediately after completing Door Locks Press and hold briefly to open Step 2, press and hold until the trunk. To lock or unlock a door from the turn signal lamps flash, or for outside the vehicle, use the Remote Press and hold briefly to locate about 2 seconds if the vehicle is...

  • Page 12: Seat Adjustment

    In Brief Seat Adjustment Seat Height Adjuster Manual Front Seats Press to activate the safety locks on the rear doors. The LED will If available, move the lever up or illuminate. down to manually raise or lower This switch also disables the power To adjust a manual seat: the seat.
  • Page 13 In Brief Seat Cushion Tilt Feature Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to an upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback returns to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.

  • Page 14: Heated Seats

    In Brief Power Driver Seat See Power Seat Adjustment on Press to heat the driver or page 3 4. passenger seat cushion and seatback. Rear Seats Press the control once for the The rear seatbacks can be folded. highest setting. With each press of For detailed instructions, see Rear the control, the heated seat will Seats on page 3 8.

  • Page 15: Head Restraint Adjustment

    In Brief Head Restraint Safety Belts Sensing System for Adjustment Passenger Airbag Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary United States while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper...

  • Page 16: Mirror Adjustment

    1-10 In Brief The passenger airbag status 2. Move the control to adjust the Interior indicator will be visible on the mirror. Adjust the inside rearview mirror by instrument panel when the vehicle is 3. Turn the selector switch to the moving it up and down or side to started.
  • Page 17 In Brief 1-11 Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Reading Lamps Adjustment Dome Lamps The reading lamps are located in the overhead console. : Press the button near each lamp to turn it on or off. To adjust the steering wheel: The dome lamp controls are located in the overhead console.

  • Page 18: Exterior Lighting

    1-12 In Brief Instrument Panel Illumination Exterior Lighting : Turns on the parking lamps, Control taillamps, license plate lamps, side marker lamps, and instrument panel lights. : Turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, side marker lamps, and instrument panel lights.
  • Page 19 In Brief 1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer Windshield Washer Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. The wipers will continue until the lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached. & : Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less See Windshield Wiper/Washer on...

  • Page 20: Climate Controls

    1-14 In Brief Climate Controls G. Rear Window Defogger G. Rear Window Defogger H. Defog H. Recirculation The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be Defrost Defog controlled with these systems. Air Conditioning Vehicles With Air Conditioning Vehicles Without Air Conditioning K.
  • Page 21 In Brief 1-15 Driver and Passenger Heated Transmission Up Shift Light Seats (If Equipped) Driver Shift Control (DSC) G. Power Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows H. Recirculation you to shift an automatic MODE (Air Delivery Mode) transmission similar to a manual transmission.

  • Page 22: Vehicle Features

    1-16 In Brief Vehicle Features Storing a Favorite Station 4. Press the MENU or MENU/SEL knob to select the next number. Stations from all bands can be Radio(s) 5. To save the time and return to stored in the favorite lists in any the Time Settings menu, press order.

  • Page 23: Portable Audio Devices

    In Brief 1-17 ® Satellite Radio Portable Audio Devices Bluetooth ® Vehicles with an XM Satellite This vehicle may have a 3.5 mm The Bluetooth system allows users Radio tuner and a valid XM Satellite (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone Radio subscription can receive XM port located in the center console.

  • Page 24: Steering Wheel Controls

    1-18 In Brief Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or to end a current call. : Press to select a radio band or audio source.

  • Page 25: Navigation System

    In Brief 1-19 See Cruise Control on page 9 36. Driver Information C. MENU: Press to get to the Trip/ Fuel Menu and the Vehicle Center (DIC) Navigation System Information Menu. This button is also used to return to or exit the The DIC display is located in the If the vehicle has a navigation last screen displayed on...

  • Page 26: Performance And Maintenance

    1-20 In Brief ® Performance and StabiliTrak System Tire Pressure Monitor Maintenance The StabiliTrak system assists with This vehicle may have a Tire directional control of the vehicle in Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). difficult driving conditions. The Traction Control system is on when the vehicle is System (TCS) started.

  • Page 27: Engine Oil Life System

    In Brief 1-21 During cooler conditions, the low tire If the vehicle came with a jack and Resetting the Oil Life System pressure warning light may appear spare tire, see If a Tire Goes Flat on 1. Using the DIC MENU button and when the vehicle is first started and page 10 65.

  • Page 28: Driving For Better Fuel Economy

    Avoid idling the engine for long complimentary service that includes Canada: 1-800-268-6800 periods of time. online service reminders, vehicle As the owner of a new Chevrolet, maintenance tips, online owner When road and weather you are automatically enrolled in the manual, special privileges, conditions are appropriate, use Roadside Assistance program.
  • Page 29 In Brief 1-23 ® OnStar For a full description of OnStar : Push this red emergency services and system limitations, see button to get priority help from the OnStar Owner's Guide in the specially trained OnStar Emergency glove box. Advisors. OnStar service is subject to the : Push this button for hands free, OnStar Terms and Conditions...
  • Page 30 1-24 In Brief hardware. The vehicle has to have a See Radio Frequency Statement on Your Responsibility working electrical system and page 13 16 for information Increase the volume of the radio if adequate battery power for the regarding Part 15 of the Federal the OnStar Advisor cannot be OnStar equipment to operate.
  • Page 31 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys, Doors and Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ....2-11 Windows Manual Mirrors ....2-11 Power Mirrors .

  • Page 32: Keys

    Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls The key that is part of the Remote Press the key release button on the or even make the vehicle move.

  • Page 33: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    Keys, Doors and Windows Remote Keyless Entry Remote Keyless Entry The following may be available: (RKE) System (RKE) System Operation (Lock): Press to lock all doors. The turn signal indicators may flash See Radio Frequency Statement on The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) and/or the horn may sound to page 13 16 for information transmitter will work up to 20 m...

  • Page 34: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors and Windows Battery Replacement (Unlock): Press to unlock the or until is pressed again or the driver door or all doors. See Door key is placed in the ignition and The battery is not rechargeable. To Unlock Options under Vehicle turned to ON/RUN.
  • Page 35 Keys, Doors and Windows Remote Vehicle Start Laws in some local communities The engine will shut off after may restrict the use of remote 10 minutes unless a time The vehicle may have this feature starters. For example, some laws extension is done or the key is that allows you to start the engine require a person using remote start...

  • Page 36: Door Locks

    Keys, Doors and Windows After which, the vehicle's ignition Conditions in Which Remote Start Door Locks switch must be turned to ON/RUN Will Not Work and then back to LOCK/OFF using The remote vehicle start feature will WARNING the key, before the remote start not operate if: procedure can be used again.

  • Page 37: Power Door Locks

    Keys, Doors and Windows Power Door Locks Automatic Door Locks WARNING (Continued) Automatic Door Lock Outsiders can easily enter The doors are programmed to through an unlocked door automatically lock when the shift when slowing or stopping the lever is moved out of (P) Park. vehicle.

  • Page 38: Doors

    Keys, Doors and Windows Doors WARNING (Continued) Trunk Adjust the Climate Control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and WARNING set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Climate Exhaust gases can enter the Control System in the Index. vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with If the vehicle has a power...

  • Page 39: Vehicle Security

    Keys, Doors and Windows Remote Trunk Release as it could damage the handle. Vehicle Security The emergency trunk release This vehicle has theft-deterrent handle is only intended to aid a features; however, they do not make person trapped in a latched trunk, it impossible to steal.

  • Page 40: Immobilizer

    2-10 Keys, Doors and Windows Disarming the System Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has a passive To disarm the system press theft-deterrent system. the RKE transmitter. The system does not have to be Turning off the System Alarm manually armed or disarmed. If there is an attempt to open the The security light, located in the The vehicle is automatically...

  • Page 41: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors and Windows 2-11 If the engine still does not start, and Exterior Mirrors Manual Mirrors the key appears to be undamaged Some vehicles have outside mirrors or the light continues to stay on, try Convex Mirrors that can be manually adjusted. another ignition key.

  • Page 42: Power Mirrors

    2-12 Keys, Doors and Windows Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Interior Mirrors Manual Foldaway Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror The vehicle has manual folding Hold the mirror in the center to mirrors. These mirrors can be folded move it for a clearer view of behind inward to prevent damage when your vehicle.

  • Page 43: Automatic Dimming Rearview

    Keys, Doors and Windows 2-13 Automatic Dimming Windows Rearview Mirror WARNING The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Leaving children, helpless adults, Automatic dimming reduces the or pets in a vehicle with the glare from the headlamps of the windows closed is dangerous.

  • Page 44: Power Windows

    2-14 Keys, Doors and Windows Power Windows The switches work when the ignition is in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power WARNING (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 21. Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many Express Window Operation reasons.
  • Page 45 Keys, Doors and Windows 2-15 Obstacle Detection Feature the switch from the partially pulled To program each front window, up position will cause the window to follow these steps: If equipped with express-up, and an stop. Release of the switch from the 1.

  • Page 46: Sun Visors

    2-16 Keys, Doors and Windows Window Lockout can still be raised or lowered using Sun Visors the driver window switches when the lockout feature is active. To restore power to the rear windows, press the button again. The light on the button goes out.

  • Page 47: Roof

    Keys, Doors and Windows 2-17 Roof To open or close the sunroof, press the open or close sunroof switch (A) to the first detent position. Sunroof To express open or close the sunroof with the safety function enabled, press the open or close sunroof switch (A) to the second detent position and release.
  • Page 48 2-18 Keys, Doors and Windows Sunshade To initialize the sunroof: The sunshade is manually operated. 1. Press the close sunroof switch Close or open the sunshade by to the first detent position. Hold sliding. When the sunroof is the switch in this position for opened, the sunshade is 10 seconds after the sunroof has always open.
  • Page 49 Seats and Restraints Seats and Airbag System Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH Airbag System ....3-25 Restraints System) ....3-49 Where Are the Airbags? .

  • Page 50: Seats And Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Head Restraints The vehicle's front and rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash.

  • Page 51: Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints The vehicle's rear seat may be Front Seats equipped with an adjustable headrest in the center seating Seat Adjustment position that can be adjusted the same way as the head restraints. WARNING The front seat outboard head restraints and the center seat rear You can lose control of the headrest, if equipped, are not...

  • Page 52: Power Seat Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints Seat Height Adjuster Seat Cushion Tilt Feature Power Seat Adjustment If available, move the lever up or If available, move the lever up or To adjust the power driver seat, down to manually raise or lower down to raise or lower the front of if equipped: the seat.

  • Page 53: Reclining Seatbacks

    Seats and Restraints To adjust the seatback, see WARNING Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5 for more information. If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden Reclining Seatbacks stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. WARNING Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are...
  • Page 54 Seats and Restraints To return the seatback to an upright WARNING (Continued) position: 1. Lift the lever fully without The lap belt cannot do its job applying pressure to the either. In a crash, the belt could seatback, and the seatback go up over your abdomen.

  • Page 55: Heated Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints Heated Front Seats The passenger seat may take longer to heat up. WARNING Remote Start Heated Seats When it is cold outside, the heated If you cannot feel temperature seats can be turned on change or pain to the skin, the automatically during a remote seat heater may cause burns vehicle start.

  • Page 56: Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints Rear Seats To raise the seatback: Either side of the rear seatback can WARNING be folded. A safety belt that is improperly To fold the rear seatbacks: routed, not properly attached, Notice: Folding a rear seat with or twisted will not provide the the safety belts still fastened may protection needed in a crash.

  • Page 57: Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints The seatback is engaged when Safety Belts WARNING the red marks near the release This section of the manual lever are not visible. It is extremely dangerous to ride describes how to use safety belts in a cargo area, inside or outside properly.
  • Page 58 3-10 Seats and Restraints A few crashes are mild, and some Why Safety Belts Work crashes can be so serious that even When you ride in or on anything, buckled up, a person would not you go as fast as it goes. survive.
  • Page 59 Seats and Restraints 3-11 Get it up to speed. Then stop the The person keeps going until or the instrument panel... vehicle. The rider does not stop. stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the safety belts!
  • Page 60 3-12 Seats and Restraints With safety belts, you slow down as Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why Q: If I am a good driver, and I the vehicle does. You get more time should I have to wear safety never drive far from home, to stop.

  • Page 61: How To Wear Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints 3-13 How to Wear Safety Belts First, before you or your to slide under the lap belt. If you slid passenger(s) wear a safety belt, under it, the belt would apply force Properly there is important information you on your abdomen.
  • Page 62 3-14 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.
  • Page 63 Seats and Restraints 3-15 Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the You can be seriously injured if the lap belt is too loose. In a crash, belt is buckled in the wrong place you could slide under the lap belt like this.
  • Page 64 3-16 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING You can be seriously injured if the belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt.
  • Page 65 Seats and Restraints 3-17 Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING WARNING You can be seriously injured if You can be seriously injured by you wear the shoulder belt under not wearing the lap-shoulder belt your arm. In a crash, your body properly.

  • Page 66: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    3-18 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
  • Page 67 Seats and Restraints 3-19 If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks.
  • Page 68 3-20 Seats and Restraints Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners The vehicle has a shoulder belt This vehicle has safety belt height adjuster for the driver and pretensioners for front outboard right front passenger seating occupants. Although the safety belt positions.
  • Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3-21 Rear Safety Belt Comfort There is one guide, if equipped, for each outboard passenger position in Guides the rear seat. To install a comfort This vehicle may have rear shoulder guide to the safety belt: belt comfort guides. If not, they are available through the dealer.
  • Page 70 3-22 Seats and Restraints WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.

  • Page 71: Safety Belt Use During

    Seats and Restraints 3-23 Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy Now and then, check that the safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely belt reminder light, safety belts, that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone,...

  • Page 72: Safety Belt Care

    3-24 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Care Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts After a Keep belts clean and dry. But the safety belt assemblies that Crash were used during any crash may WARNING have been stressed or damaged.

  • Page 73: Airbag System

    Seats and Restraints 3-25 A roof-rail airbag for the driver Airbag System With knee airbags, the word and the passenger seated AIRBAG will appear on the lower directly behind the driver. The vehicle has the following portion of the instrument panel. airbags: A roof-rail airbag for the right With seat-mounted side impact...
  • Page 74 3-26 Seats and Restraints Here are the most important things WARNING WARNING to know about the airbag system: Airbags inflate with great force, Children who are up against, WARNING faster than the blink of an eye. or very close to, any airbag Anyone who is up against, or very when it inflates can be seriously You can be severely injured or...

  • Page 75: Where Are The Airbags

    Seats and Restraints 3-27 Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical The driver knee airbag is below the problem.
  • Page 76 3-28 Seats and Restraints WARNING (Continued) or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.

  • Page 77: When Should An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints 3-29 When Should an Airbag Frontal airbags may inflate at Frontal airbags are not intended to different crash speeds. For inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear Inflate? example: impacts, or in many side impacts. Frontal airbags are designed to If the vehicle hits a stationary In addition, the vehicle has inflate in moderate to severe frontal...

  • Page 78: What Makes An Airbag

    3-30 Seats and Restraints The vehicle has seat-mounted side In any particular crash, no one can What Makes an Airbag impact airbags and roof-rail airbags. say whether an airbag should have Inflate? See Airbag System on page 3 25. inflated simply because of the Seat-mounted side impact and damage to a vehicle or because of In a deployment event, the sensing...

  • Page 79: How Does An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints 3-31 How Does an Airbag Rollover capable roof rail airbags What Will You See After are designed to help contain the Restrain? an Airbag Inflates? head an chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the In moderate to severe frontal or After the frontal airbags and first and second rows.
  • Page 80 3-32 Seats and Restraints The parts of the airbag that come WARNING (Continued) WARNING into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There may problems following an airbag A crash severe enough to inflate be some smoke and dust coming deployment, you should seek the airbags may have also from the vents in the deflated...

  • Page 81: Passenger Sensing

    Seats and Restraints 3-33 Let only qualified technicians In many crashes severe enough to work on the airbag systems. inflate the airbag, windshields are Improper service can mean that broken by vehicle deformation. an airbag system will not work Additional windshield breakage may properly.
  • Page 82 3-34 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system We recommend that children be WARNING (Continued) turns off the right front passenger secured in a rear seat, including: an frontal airbag and passenger knee infant or a child riding in a passenger airbag inflates and the airbag, under certain conditions.
  • Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-35 The passenger sensing system is When the passenger sensing Everyone in the vehicle who designed to turn off the right front system has turned off the right front has outgrown child restraints passenger frontal airbag and passenger frontal airbag and should wear a safety belt passenger knee airbag if:...
  • Page 84 3-36 Seats and Restraints If the On Indicator is Lit for a 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator is Lit for an restraint and restarting the Child Restraint Adult-Size Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, If a child restraint has been installed turn the vehicle off.
  • Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-37 use the following steps to allow the Additional Factors Affecting WARNING system to detect that person and System Operation enable the right front passenger Safety belts help keep the Stowing of articles under the frontal airbag and passenger knee passenger in position on the seat passenger seat or between the airbag:...

  • Page 86: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped

    3-38 Seats and Restraints Servicing the sensors, or airbag wiring can WARNING (Continued) affect the operation of the airbag Airbag-Equipped Vehicle system. proper service procedures, and Airbags affect how the vehicle In addition, the vehicle has a make sure the person performing should be serviced.

  • Page 87: Airbag System Check

    Seats and Restraints 3-39 This could either prevent proper Q: Because I have a disability, Airbag System Check deployment of the passenger I have to get my vehicle The airbag system does not need airbag(s) or prevent the modified. How can I find out regularly scheduled maintenance or passenger sensing system from whether this will affect my...

  • Page 88: Replacing Airbag System Parts After A Crash

    3-40 Seats and Restraints Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to Child Restraints replace airbag system parts. See Parts After a Crash your dealer for service. Older Children If the airbag readiness light stays on WARNING after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag A crash can damage the...
  • Page 89 Seats and Restraints 3-41 Does the lap belt fit low and The manufacturer's instructions that Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort snug on the hips, touching the come with the booster seat state the Guides under Lap-Shoulder Belt on thighs? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that page 3 18.
  • Page 90 3-42 Seats and Restraints In a crash, children who are not WARNING (Continued) buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be might also slide under the lap thrown out of the vehicle. Older belt. The belt force would then be children need to use safety belts applied right on the abdomen.

  • Page 91: Infants And Young

    Seats and Restraints 3-43 Infants and Young Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer WARNING (Continued) protection for adults and older Children children, but not for young children 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's and infants. Neither the vehicle's Everyone in a vehicle needs arms.
  • Page 92 3-44 Seats and Restraints For most basic types of child WARNING restraints, there are many different models available. When Never do this. purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in Children who are up against, a motor vehicle.

  • Page 93: Child Restraint Systems

    Seats and Restraints 3-45 Child Restraint Systems WARNING WARNING To reduce the risk of neck and A young child's hip bones are still head injury during a crash, infants so small that the vehicle's regular need complete support. This is safety belt may not remain low on because an infant's neck is not the hip bones, as it should.
  • Page 94 3-46 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat...

  • Page 95: Where To Put The Restraint

    Seats and Restraints 3-47 endangered in a crash if the child In some areas, Certified Child Where to Put the restraint is not properly secured in Passenger Safety Technicians Restraint the vehicle. (CPSTs) are available to inspect and demonstrate how to correctly According to accident statistics, When securing an add-on child use and install child restraints.
  • Page 96 3-48 Seats and Restraints A label on the sun visor says, Child restraints and booster seats WARNING (Continued) Never put a rear-facing child vary considerably in size, and some restraint in the front. This is may fit in certain seating positions guarantee that an airbag will not because the risk to the rear-facing better than others.

  • Page 97: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children

    Seats and Restraints 3-49 Lower Anchors and In order to use the LATCH system in Lower Anchors the vehicle, you need a child Tethers for Children restraint that has LATCH (LATCH System) attachments. The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with The LATCH system holds a child instructions on how to use the child restraint during driving or in a crash.
  • Page 98 3-50 Seats and Restraints Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Anchor Locations Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being...
  • Page 99 Seats and Restraints 3-51 Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached.

  • Page 100: System

    3-52 Seats and Restraints Securing a Child Restraint Notice: Do not let the LATCH WARNING (Continued) attachments rub against the Designed for the LATCH vehicle s safety belts. This may System restraint to a single anchor could damage these parts. If necessary, cause the anchor or attachment move buckled safety belts to WARNING...
  • Page 101 Seats and Restraints 3-53 secure the restraints. Some Removal and 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten restraints also use another vehicle Reinstallation at the end of the top tether according to anchor to secure a top tether. this section. the child restraint instructions and the 1.3.
  • Page 102 3-54 Seats and Restraints If you are using a dual If you are using a single If you are using a dual tether in a rear outboard tether in the center seating tether in the center seating seating position with an position without a headrest, position without a headrest, adjustable head restraint,...
  • Page 103 Seats and Restraints 3-55 Head Restraint Removal and 4. When the child restraint is removed, reinstall the head Reinstallation restraint before the seating The rear outboard head restraints position is used. can be removed if they interfere with the proper installation of the child WARNING restraint.

  • Page 104: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash

    3-56 Seats and Restraints To reinstall the head restraint: Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat) When securing a child restraint in a WARNING rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child A crash can damage the LATCH restraint to make sure it is system in the vehicle.
  • Page 105 Seats and Restraints 3-57 In Canada, the law requires that 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run forward-facing child restraints have the lap and shoulder portions of a top tether, and that the tether be the vehicle's safety belt through attached.

  • Page 106: Front Passenger Seat

    3-58 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top and Tethers for Children (LATCH tether, follow the child restraint System) on page 3 49 for additional manufacturer's instructions information on installing the head regarding the use of the top restraint properly.
  • Page 107 Seats and Restraints 3-59 A label on the sun visor says, If the child restraint has the LATCH WARNING (Continued) Never put a rear-facing child seat in system, see Lower Anchors and the front. This is because the risk to Tethers for Children (LATCH deploy under some unusual the rear-facing child is so great,...
  • Page 108 3-60 Seats and Restraints You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint.
  • Page 109 Seats and Restraints 3-61 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
  • Page 110 3-62 Seats and Restraints NOTES...

  • Page 111: Storage Compartments

    Storage Storage Storage Cupholders Compartments Two cupholders are in the center console. Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 Glove Box ....4-1 Cupholders .

  • Page 112: Center Console Storage

    Storage Center Console Storage Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie Downs Pull up on the latch and slide the center console armrest to adjust the position. Return the armrest to the The center console storage has a rear position to access the tray and a main storage area.
  • Page 113 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Airbag Readiness Light ..5-11 Daytime Running Lamps Passenger Airbag Status (DRL) Indicator Light ..5-23 Controls Indicator ....5-12 Front Fog Lamp Light .
  • Page 114 Instruments and Controls Lamp Messages ... . . 5-31 Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel Object Detection System while driving. Messages ....5-32 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls Ride Control System...

  • Page 115: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls on page 7 24 or Bluetooth (Voice Windshield Wiper/Washer Recognition) on page 7 28, the OnStar Owner's Guide, or the separate Navigation System Manual for more information. (Mute/End Call): Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. & (Adjustable Interval Wipes): Press again to turn the sound on.

  • Page 116: Compass

    Instruments and Controls Wipe Parking Windshield Washer Compass If the ignition is turned to LOCK/ Pull the windshield wiper lever The vehicle may have a compass OFF while the wipers are on 1, 2, toward you to spray windshield display in the Driver Information &...

  • Page 117: Clock

    Instruments and Controls for more information on the 4. Press the MENU or MENU/SEL Power Outlets messages that may be displayed for knob to select the next number. The accessory power outlets can be the compass. 5. To save the time and return to used to plug in electrical equipment, the Time Settings menu, press such as a cell phone or MP3 player.

  • Page 118: Cigarette Lighter

    Instruments and Controls Certain electrical accessories may Cigarette Lighter Ashtrays not be compatible with the For vehicles with a cigarette lighter, For vehicles with a removable accessory power outlet and could it is located on the front floor ashtray, the ashtray can be placed overload vehicle or adapter fuses.

  • Page 119: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    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 120: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Automatic Transmission Cluster Shown, Metric Similar...

  • Page 121: Speedometer

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

  • Page 122: Engine Coolant Temperature

    5-10 Instruments and Controls Here are four things that some Engine Coolant Safety Belt Reminders owners ask about. None of these Temperature Gauge Driver Safety Belt Reminder show a problem with your fuel gauge: Light At the service station, the fuel When the engine is started, a chime pump shuts off before the gauge sounds for several seconds to...

  • Page 123: Airbag Readiness Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-11 Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime may turn on Reminder Light if an object is put on the seat such Several seconds after the engine is as a briefcase, handbag, grocery started, a chime sounds for bag, laptop, or other electronic several seconds to remind the front...

  • Page 124: Passenger Airbag Status

    5-12 Instruments and Controls Passenger Airbag Status When the vehicle is started, the If, after several seconds, both status passenger airbag status indicator indicator lights remain on, or if there Indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol are no lights at all, there may be a for on and off, for several seconds problem with the lights or the The vehicle has a passenger...

  • Page 125: Charging System Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-13 Charging System Light If the light stays on, or comes on emissions are at acceptable levels while driving, there could be a for the life of the vehicle, helping to problem with the electrical charging produce a cleaner environment. system.
  • Page 126 5-14 Instruments and Controls Malfunctions often are indicated by costly repairs not covered by the If the light continues to flash, when the system before any problem is vehicle warranty. This could also it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. apparent.
  • Page 127 Instruments and Controls 5-15 Make sure the electrical system If none of the above have made the is not wet. The system could be light turn off, your dealer can check wet if the vehicle was driven the vehicle. The dealer has the through a deep puddle of water.

  • Page 128: Service Vehicle Soon

    5-16 Instruments and Controls The critical emission control Service Vehicle Soon Brake System Warning systems have not been Light Light completely diagnosed by the system. This can happen if the The vehicle brake system consists battery has recently been of two hydraulic circuits. If one replaced or if the battery has run circuit is not working, the remaining down.

  • Page 129: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    Instruments and Controls 5-17 Antilock Brake System If the regular brake system warning WARNING light is not on, the vehicle still has (ABS) Warning Light brakes, but not antilock brakes. The brake system might not be If the regular brake system warning working properly if the brake light is also on, the vehicle does not system warning light is on.

  • Page 130: Up-Shift Light

    5-18 Instruments and Controls Up-Shift Light Power Steering Warning Ultrasonic Parking Light Sensor Light The vehicle may have an up-shift light. It shows when to shift to the This light comes on briefly when the For vehicles equipped with this light, next higher gear for best fuel ignition is turned to ON/RUN as a it comes on briefly when the ignition...

  • Page 131: Traction Off Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-19 Traction Off Light See Traction Control System (TCS) See Traction Control System (TCS) ® ® on page 9 33 and StabiliTrak on page 9 33 and StabiliTrak System on page 9 34 for more System on page 9 34 for more information.

  • Page 132: Tire Pressure Light

    5-20 Instruments and Controls If the light is on and not flashing, the Tire Pressure Light A Driver Information Center (DIC) TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak tire pressure message may also system have been disabled. A DIC display. See Vehicle Messages message may display.

  • Page 133: Engine Oil Pressure Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-21 Engine Oil Pressure Light Low Fuel Warning Light WARNING Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. The engine can The oil pressure light should come become so hot that it catches fire. on briefly as the engine is started. Someone could be burned.

  • Page 134: Security Light

    5-22 Instruments and Controls For vehicles with a Driver If the light stays on and the engine for 10 seconds and restart the Information Center (DIC), see Driver does not start, there could be a vehicle. This might correct the Information Center (DIC) on problem with the theft-deterrent condition.

  • Page 135: Daytime Running Lamps (Drl) Indicator Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-23 Daytime Running Lamps The light goes out when the front Cruise Control Light fog lamps are turned off. See Front (DRL) Indicator Light Fog Lamps on page 6 4 for more information. Lamps On Reminder The cruise control light is white whenever the cruise control is set, This light turns on whenever the and turns green when the cruise...

  • Page 136: Door Ajar Light

    5-24 Instruments and Controls Door Ajar Light Information Displays DIC Buttons Driver Information Center (DIC) The vehicle may have a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC displays information about your A. SET/CLR: Press to set or clear vehicle. It also displays warning For vehicles equipped with this light, the menu item displayed.
  • Page 137 Instruments and Controls 5-25 Trip/Fuel Menu Items holding the SET/CLR button while The Instantaneous Fuel Economy the trip odometer display is display shows the current fuel Press MENU on the turn signal showing. economy in liters per 100 kilometers lever until Trip/Fuel Information (L/100 km) or miles per gallon Fuel Range menu displays.
  • Page 138 5-26 Instruments and Controls Fuel Used Vehicle Information Menu Tire Pressure Items This display shows the approximate The display will show a vehicle with liters (L) or gallons (gal) of fuel that the approximate pressures of all Press MENU on the turn signal have been used since last reset.

  • Page 139: Vehicle Messages Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-27 When the remaining oil life is low, Battery Voltage Vehicle Messages the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This display, available on some message will appear on the display. vehicles, shows the current battery Vehicle Messages See Engine Oil Messages on voltage.

  • Page 140: States)

    5-28 Instruments and Controls On the Canadian base level cluster, Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and vehicle messages appear as code (Canada Uplevel and Charging Messages numbers. United States) BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE 25: Left front turn indicator failure DIC messages display when the This message displays when the 26: Left rear turn indicator failure status of the vehicle has changed...

  • Page 141: Brake System Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-29 SERVICE BATTERY Compass Messages Door Ajar Messages CHARGING SYSTEM DOOR(S) OPEN This message is displayed when This message is displayed when the A vehicle symbol will be displayed there is a fault in the battery compass needs to be calibrated. on the DIC showing which door is charging system.

  • Page 142: Engine Cooling System

    5-30 Instruments and Controls Engine Cooling System ENGINE Engine Oil Messages OVERHEATED IDLE Messages CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON ENGINE A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH This message displays when the This message displays when the ENGINE TEMP engine oil needs to be changed. engine coolant temperature is too When you change the engine oil, be hot.

  • Page 143: Engine Power Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-31 Engine Power Messages TIGHTEN GAS CAP AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF This message displays when the ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the This message is displayed when the This message displays when the fuel cap.

  • Page 144: Object Detection System

    5-32 Instruments and Controls Object Detection System SERVICE STABILITRAK Service Vehicle Messages Messages This message displays if there is a SERVICE AC SYSTEM ® problem with the StabiliTrak PARK ASSIST OFF ® This message is displays if there is system. See StabiliTrak System on a problem with the air conditioning page 9 34.

  • Page 145: Starting The Vehicle

    Instruments and Controls 5-33 Starting the Vehicle Tire Messages There is also an icon with the warning that will indicate the Messages SERVICE TIRE MONITOR location of the low tire SYSTEM TURN STEERING WHEEL The low tire pressure warning light TURN KEY OFF THEN ON will also come on.

  • Page 146: Transmission Messages

    5-34 Instruments and Controls Transmission Messages Vehicle Reminder Vehicle Messages Personalization SERVICE TRANSMISSION ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE This message displays if there is a The audio system controls are used WITH CARE problem with the transmission. See to access the personalization your dealer.
  • Page 147 Instruments and Controls 5-35 Power Door Locks Entering the Personalization Auto Fan Speed Menus Remote Locking, Unlocking, This will allow you to select the Starting 1. Press CONFIG to access the automatic fan speed. This feature Configuration Settings menu. sets the climate control fan speed to Return to Factory Settings maintain the interior temperature.

  • Page 148: Comfort And Convenience

    5-36 Instruments and Controls Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Press the BACK button to confirm Chime Volume the selection and move back to the On vehicles with remote start and This allows the selection of the last menu. heated seats, the heated seats can chime volume level.
  • Page 149 Instruments and Controls 5-37 Languages Press the MENU or MENU/SEL Power Door Locks knob when Exit Lighting is Select the Language menu and the Select Power Door Locks and the highlighted. Turn the knob to select following will be displayed: following will be displayed: Off, 30 Seconds, 1 Minute, English...
  • Page 150 5-38 Instruments and Controls Delayed Door Lock Even when this feature is off, the Remote Locking, Unlocking, driver is protected from accidental Starting When on, this feature will delay lockouts when the key is in the the locking of the doors until Select Remote Locking, Unlocking, ignition.
  • Page 151 Instruments and Controls 5-39 Door Unlock or Remote Door Lock Remote Unlock Light Feedback Return to Factory Settings This allows selection of which doors If equipped, this allows selection of Select Return to Factory Settings to will unlock when pressing the unlock what type of feedback is given when return all vehicle personalization to button on the RKE transmitter.
  • Page 152 5-40 Instruments and Controls NOTES...

  • Page 153: Exterior Lamp Controls

    Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting The exterior lamps control has four positions: Exterior Lamp Controls (Off): Briefly turn to this position Exterior Lighting to turn the automatic light control off or on again. Exterior Lamp Controls ..6-1 Headlamp High/Low-Beam AUTO (Automatic): Turns the Changer .

  • Page 154: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer

    Lighting Headlamp High/ Flash-to-Pass (Headlamps): Turns the headlamps on together with the Low-Beam Changer To flash the high beams, pull the lamps listed below. A warning chime turn signal/lane change lever all the sounds if the driver door is opened way toward you.

  • Page 155: Automatic Headlamp

    Lighting The DRL system makes the low To turn the DRL lamps off or on Hazard Warning Flashers beam headlamps come on at a again, turn the exterior lamps Hazard Warning Flasher: reduced brightness when the control to the off position and then Press and momentarily hold this following conditions are met: release.

  • Page 156: Turn And Lane-Change

    Lighting Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane : Press to turn the fog lamps on change the arrow flashes rapidly or or off. An indicator light on the Signals does not come on, a signal bulb instrument panel cluster comes on may be burned out.

  • Page 157: Interior Lighting

    Lighting Interior Lighting Dome Lamps (Instrument Panel Brightness): Turn the thumbwheel up or down and hold, to brighten or Instrument Panel dim the instrument panel controls Illumination Control and infotainment display screen. Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps come on automatically when any door is opened and the dome lamp is in the door position.

  • Page 158: Entry Lighting

    Lighting Reading Lamps Lighting Features ignition. The exterior lamps and dome lamps remain on after the door is closed for a set amount of Entry Lighting time, then automatically turn off. The headlamps, parking lamps, The exterior lamps turn off taillamps, and most of the interior immediately by turning the exterior lights turn on briefly, when the...

  • Page 159: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Set up the tone, speaker Infotainment Introduction adjustments, and preset radio System stations. Infotainment For more information, see Defensive Read the following pages to Driving on page 9 2. become familiar with the audio Introduction The vehicle has Retained system's features.

  • Page 160: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Infotainment System Theft-Deterrent Feature Overview (Base Level) The theft-deterrent feature works by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to the infotainment system. The infotainment system does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle. Turns the system on or off Radio: Seeks the previous and adjusts the volume.
  • Page 161 Infotainment System M. FAV Radio: Opens the auto Radio: Opens the CD: Pauses playback, and store stations list. favorites list. stops playback. BACK Menu: Moves one Opens the phone Radio: Seeks the next level back. main menu. station. Character Input: Deletes Mutes the audio system.

  • Page 162: Overview (Uplevel)

    Infotainment System Overview (Uplevel) CD: Moves up one folder level while playing an MP3. CD: Pauses playback, and stops playback. CD: Moves back one folder level while playing an MP3. Radio: Seeks the next station. CD: Selects the next track or fast forwards within a track.
  • Page 163 Infotainment System INFO Radio: Shows available Removes a disc from the Opens the phone information about the CD slot. main menu. current station. N. MENU or MENU/SEL knob Mutes the audio system. CD: Shows available (depneing on system) Q. CONFIG information about the Turn to open menus, current track.

  • Page 164: Operation

    Infotainment System Operation MENU System (Base Level) B. The angled arrow indicates that a submenu with more options is The menu system for the base level Controls available. infotainment system appears on the The infotainment system is operated C. A single right arrow indicates top half of the display screen.
  • Page 165 Infotainment System Turn to: Activating a Setting 2. Turn the MENU or MENU/SEL knob to change the current value Select a menu, or a menu of the setting. option. 3. Press the MENU or MENU/SEL Select a value. knob to confirm the setting. BACK: Press to: Turning a Function On or Off Exit a menu.
  • Page 166 Infotainment System Entering a Character Sequence MENU System (Uplevel) BACK: Press to: Exit a menu. The menu system for the uplevel infotainment system appears on the Return from a submenu screen display screen. to the previous menu screen. Controls Delete the last character in a sequence.
  • Page 167 Infotainment System Submenus Setting a Value Entering a Character Sequence An arrow on the right hand edge of the menu indicates that it has a submenu with other options. Activating a Setting 1. Turn the MENU or MENU/SEL 1. Turn the MENU or MENU/SEL knob to change the current value knob to highlight the character.
  • Page 168 7-10 Infotainment System Audio Settings Adjusting the Fader and Balance 4. Select the number of available favorite pages. 1. Press the TONE button. The audio settings can be set for 5. Press the BACK button to go each radio band and each audio 2.

  • Page 169: Am-Fm Radio

    Infotainment System 7-11 Maximum Startup Volume Radio RDS (Radio Data System) The maximum volume played when The radio may have RDS. The RDS the radio is first turned on can AM-FM Radio feature is available for use only on be set. FM stations that broadcast RDS Control Buttons information.
  • Page 170 7-12 Infotainment System Selecting a Band Manual Tuning Category Lists Turn the TUNE knob to select the Most stations that broadcast an Press the BAND button to choose frequency on the display. RDS program type code specify the AM, FM, or XM , if equipped. The type of programming transmitted.

  • Page 171: Satellite Radio

    Infotainment System 7-13 Updating Station & Category Lists Storing Stations 3. The radio will automatically store the six strongest stations found If stations stored in the station list To store the station to a position in as autostore presets. can no longer be received: the list, press the corresponding button 1 to 6 until a beep is heard.
  • Page 172 7-14 Infotainment System XM Satellite Radio Service FAV: Press to open the Removing or Adding Categories favorites list. Channels in a category that have XM is a satellite radio service that is 1 to 6: Press to select a favorite. been removed can still be accessed based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces.
  • Page 173 Infotainment System 7-15 Selecting a Channel Using the Retrieving Channels Selecting a Channel Using Menu System Press the FAV button to open a 1. Turn the MENU or MENU/ favorite page or to change to Press and release SEL knob. another favorite page.

  • Page 174: Radio Reception

    7-16 Infotainment System Channel Unauth: This channel is No Subscription Please Renew: Check Antenna: If this message blocked or cannot be received with XM subscription needs to be does not clear within a short period your XM Subscription package. reactivated. Contact XM at of time, the receiver could have a www.xmradio.com or call fault.

  • Page 175: Satellite Radio Antenna

    Infotainment System 7-17 Satellite Radio Service Satellite Radio Antenna FM signals only reach about 16 to XM Satellite Radio Service gives The XM Satellite Radio antenna is 65 km (10 to 40 miles). Although the digital radio reception from coast to located on the roof of the vehicle.

  • Page 176: Audio Players

    7-18 Infotainment System Audio Players If the bottom surface of a disc is While using the CD player, use dirty, take a soft lint free cloth, only CDs in good condition or dampen a clean soft cloth in a without any label, load one CD at CD Player mild neutral detergent solution a time, and keep the CD player...
  • Page 177 Infotainment System 7-19 MENU or MENU/SEL knob Information about the disc and Selecting an MP3 Track (depending on system): Turn to current track is shown on the Using the control buttons: enter the menu. display depending on the data stored. Press the button to SELECT: Press to select an item.

  • Page 178: Auxiliary Devices

    7-20 Infotainment System Tracks can be searched by: Auxiliary Devices 3.5 mm Jack Playlists Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to The optional AUX input allows the auxiliary input jack to use a portable devices to connect to the Artists portable audio player.
  • Page 179 Infotainment System 7-21 Not all iPods, PFDs, USB drives, To search for tracks: On: Repeats the current track. and Zunes are compatible with the 1. Turn the MENU or MENU/ Off: Starts playback from the infotainment system. Devices are SEL knob. beginning of the current track after also charged while plugged into the the last track finishes.
  • Page 180 7-22 Infotainment System To search for tracks: Repeat Off: Starts playback from Files that do not have any meta the beginning of the current track data stored in the ID3 tag display as 1. Turn the MENU or MENU/ after the last track finishes. Unknown.

  • Page 181: Bluetooth (Overview)

    Infotainment System 7-23 Shuffle Functionality Phone Steering Wheel Controls Turn the MENU or MENU/SEL knob (Push To Talk): Press to and set Shuffle Songs (Random) to Bluetooth (Overview) answer incoming calls, to confirm On or Off. system information, and to start Vehicles with a Bluetooth system voice recognition.

  • Page 182: Controls)

    7-24 Infotainment System When to Speak: A tone sounds to See Radio Frequency Statement on The pairing process can be started indicate that the system is ready for page 13 16 for FCC and Industry by using the voice recognition a voice command.
  • Page 183 Infotainment System 7-25 Pairing a Phone Locate the device named Your Deleting a Paired Phone Vehicle in the list on the cell 1. Press the CONFIG button. 1. Press the CONFIG button. phone and follow the instructions 2. Select Phone Settings. 2.
  • Page 184 7-26 Infotainment System Making a Call Using To make a call using the Phone Making a Call Book menu: Phone Book 1. Press the button twice. For cell phones that support the 1. Press the button twice. 2. Enter the character sequence. phone book feature, the Bluetooth 2.
  • Page 185 Infotainment System 7-27 Call Waiting Conference Calling Ending a Call Call waiting must be supported on Conference calling and three way Press the MENU or MENU/SEL the Bluetooth phone and enabled by calling must be supported on the knob and select Hang Up. the wireless service carrier to work.

  • Page 186: Recognition)

    7-28 Infotainment System If multiple paired cell phones are Bluetooth (Voice Pairing within range of the system, the Recognition) A Bluetooth cell phone must be system connects to the first paired to the Bluetooth system and available paired cell phone in the Using Voice Recognition then connected to the vehicle before order that they were first paired...
  • Page 187 Infotainment System 7-29 5. Locate the device named Your Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone Vehicle in the list on the cell Phones To connect to a different cell phone, phone. Follow the instructions The system can list all cell phones the Bluetooth system looks for the on the cell phone to enter the paired to it.
  • Page 188 7-30 Infotainment System Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command 3. Say each digit, one at a time, that you want to store. After Numbers 1. Press . For vehicles with a each digit is entered, the system The system can store up to navigation system, say Hands repeats back the digit it heard 30 phone numbers as name tags in...
  • Page 189 Infotainment System 7-31 Using the Delete All Name Tags Making a Call Using the Digit Dial Command Command The digit dial command allows a Calls can be made using the This command deletes all stored phone number to be dialed by following commands.
  • Page 190 7-32 Infotainment System Once connected, the person called Call Waiting Three Way Calling will be heard through the audio Call waiting must be supported on Three way calling must be speakers. the cell phone and enabled by the supported on the cell phone and wireless service carrier.
  • Page 191 Infotainment System 7-33 Muting a Call To Transfer Audio From the Voice Pass-Thru Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone During a call, all sounds from inside Voice pass thru allows access to the During a call with the audio in the the vehicle can be muted so that the voice recognition commands on the vehicle:...
  • Page 192 7-34 Infotainment System Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System (DTMF) Tones Unless information is deleted out of the in vehicle Bluetooth system, it The Bluetooth system can send will be retained indefinitely. This numbers and the numbers stored as includes all saved name tags in the name tags during a call.

  • Page 193: Climate Control Systems

    Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Vehicles Without Air Conditioning Systems Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be Climate Control Systems ..8-1 controlled with these systems. Automatic Climate Control System .

  • Page 194: Air Conditioning

    Climate Controls Vehicles With Air Conditioning Air Conditioning (Defrost): Clears the windshield of fog or frost more K. Defrost quickly. Air is directed to the (Fan Control): Turn to increase windshield and side window outlets. or decrease the fan speed. For best results, clear all snow and Temperature Control: Turn to ice from the windshield before...

  • Page 195: Automatic Climate Control System

    Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger Automatic Climate G. Power < Control System H. Recirculation (Rear Defogger): Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. MODE (Air Delivery Mode) The heating, cooling, and ventilation The rear window defogger turns off for the vehicle can be controlled AQS (Air Quality Sensor) after about 10 minutes.
  • Page 196 Climate Controls To place the system in automatic MODE (Air Delivery Mode): Press (Defog): Clears the windows of mode do the following: to change the direction of the fog or moisture. Air is directed to the airflow. The current mode appears windshield and floor outlets.
  • Page 197 Climate Controls Control, see Climate and Air Quality Rear Window Defogger (Recirculation): Press to turn under Vehicle Personalization on on recirculation. An indicator light (Rear Window Defogger): page 5 34. comes on. Air is recirculated to Press to turn the rear window quickly cool the inside of the vehicle Auto Defog: The climate control defogger on or off.

  • Page 198: Air Vents

    Climate Controls For vehicles with heated outside Remote Start Climate Control Air Vents rearview mirrors, they turn on when Operation: For vehicles with the Adjustable air vents are in the the rear window defogger button is remote vehicle start feature, the center and on the side of the on and help to clear fog or frost from climate control system may run...
  • Page 199 Climate Controls Operation Tips Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from air inlets at the base of the windshield that could block the flow of air into the vehicle. Use the thumbwheels (B) near the Keep the path under the front air vents to open or close off the seats clear of objects to help airflow.
  • Page 200 Climate Controls NOTES...
  • Page 201 Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting Out of Park ..9-23 Object Detection Systems Parking ..... . 9-24 Ultrasonic Parking Assist .

  • Page 202: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Driving Information Death and injury associated with WARNING (Continued) drinking and driving is a global tragedy. Defensive Driving Driver distraction can cause Alcohol affects four things that collisions resulting in injury or Defensive driving means always anyone needs to drive a vehicle: possible death.

  • Page 203: Control Of A Vehicle

    Driving and Operating For persons under 21, it is against Control of a Vehicle Average reaction time is about the law in every U.S. state to drink three fourths of a second. But that is The following three systems alcohol. There are good medical, only an average.

  • Page 204: Steering

    Driving and Operating Avoid needless heavy Adding non dealer accessories can steering system problems, such as braking. Some people drive in affect vehicle performance. See abnormally high steering effort for a spurts heavy acceleration Accessories and Modifications on prolonged period of time, contact followed by heavy braking rather page 10 3.

  • Page 205: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating Steering in Emergencies Off-Road Recovery There are times when steering can The vehicle's right wheels can drop be more effective than braking. For off the edge of a road onto the example, you come over a hill and shoulder while driving.

  • Page 206: Loss Of Control

    Driving and Operating tire contacts the pavement edge. The three types of skids correspond While driving on a surface with Then turn the steering wheel to go to the vehicle's three control reduced traction, try to avoid straight down the roadway. systems.

  • Page 207: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating Driving on Wet Roads Hydroplaning WARNING Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Rain and wet roads can reduce can build up under the vehicle's Wet brakes can cause crashes. vehicle traction and affect your tires so they actually ride on the They might not work as well in a ability to stop and accelerate.

  • Page 208: Highway Hypnosis

    Driving and Operating Other Rainy Weather Tips Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Besides slowing down, other wet Always be alert and pay attention to Driving on steep hills or through weather driving tips include: your surroundings while driving. mountains is different than driving If you become tired or sleepy, find a on flat or rolling terrain.

  • Page 209: Winter Driving

    Driving and Operating Pay attention to special road Try not to break the fragile traction. WARNING signs (falling rocks area, winding If you accelerate too fast, the drive roads, long grades, passing or wheels will spin and polish the Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) no-passing zones) and take surface under the tires even more.
  • Page 210 9-10 Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: For more information about vehicle unless there is help nearby. carbon monoxide, see Engine Clear away snow from around If possible, use the Roadside...

  • Page 211: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating 9-11 Run the engine for short periods If the Vehicle is Stuck WARNING only as needed to keep warm, but Slowly and cautiously spin the be careful. If the vehicle's tires spin at high wheels to free the vehicle when To save fuel, run the engine for only speed, they can explode, and you stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.

  • Page 212: Vehicle Load Limits

    9-12 Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to Get Vehicle Load Limits WARNING it Out It is very important to know how Do not load the vehicle any Turn the steering wheel left and much weight the vehicle can right to clear the area around the heavier than the Gross carry.
  • Page 213 Driving and Operating 9-13 Tire and Loading Information positions (A), and the maximum Steps for Determining Correct Label vehicle capacity weight (B) in Load Limit kilograms and pounds. Locate the statement The The Tire and Loading combined weight of Information label also shows the occupants and cargo should tire size of the original never exceed XXX kg or...
  • Page 214 9-14 Driving and Operating The resulting figure equals If your vehicle will be towing the available amount of cargo a trailer, the load from your and luggage load capacity. trailer will be transferred to For example, if the XXX your vehicle. Consult this amount equals 1400 lbs and manual to determine how this there will be five 150 lb...
  • Page 215 Driving and Operating 9-15 Refer to the vehicle's Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about the vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight for...
  • Page 216 9-16 Driving and Operating Certification Label Gross Axle Weight Rating If you put things inside the (GAWR) for either the front or vehicle like suitcases, tools, rear axle. packages, or anything else they will go as fast as And, if you do have a heavy the vehicle goes.

  • Page 217: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating 9-17 Avoid making hard stops for Starting and WARNING (Continued) the first 322 km (200 miles) or Operating so. During this time the new Never stack heavier brake linings are not yet things, like suitcases, broken in. Hard stops with New Vehicle Break-In inside the vehicle so that new linings can mean...

  • Page 218: Ignition Positions

    9-18 Driving and Operating Ignition Positions To shift out of P (Park), turn the In an emergency, if the vehicle must ignition to ON/RUN and apply the be shut off while driving: brake pedal. 1. Brake using a firm and steady A (STOPPING THE ENGINE/ pressure.

  • Page 219: Starting The Engine

    Driving and Operating 9-19 ACCESSORY to LOCK/OFF, push A warning tone sounds when the WARNING in the key and then turn it to driver door is opened if the ignition LOCK/OFF. is still in ACC/ACCESSORY and the Turning off the vehicle while key is in the ignition.
  • Page 220 9-20 Driving and Operating Manual Transmission a few seconds or until the 2. If the engine does not start vehicle starts. If the engine does after 5 10 seconds, especially in The shift lever should be in not start and the key is held in very cold weather (below 0°F N (Neutral) and the parking brake START for many seconds,...

  • Page 221: Engine Heater

    Driving and Operating 9-21 Before adding electrical To Use The Engine Heater WARNING equipment, check with your 1. Turn off the engine. dealer. If you do not, the engine Plugging the cord into an might not perform properly. Any ungrounded outlet could cause an resulting damage would not be electrical shock.

  • Page 222: Retained Accessory

    9-22 Driving and Operating Retained Accessory Shifting Into Park 2. Hold the button on the shift lever and push the lever toward the Power (RAP) (Automatic Transmission) front of the vehicle into P (Park). These vehicle accessories may be 3. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. WARNING used for up to 10 minutes after the 4.

  • Page 223: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating 9-23 Release the button and check that Shifting Out of Park To shift out of P (Park): the shift lever cannot be moved out 1. Apply the brake pedal. This vehicle is equipped with an of P (Park). electronic shift lock release system.

  • Page 224: Parking

    9-24 Driving and Operating Parking Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) If the vehicle has a manual There are holes or openings transmission, before getting out of WARNING in the vehicle body from the vehicle, move the shift lever into damage or after-market Engine exhaust contains Carbon R (Reverse), and firmly apply the modifications that are not...

  • Page 225: Running The Vehicle While Parked

    Driving and Operating 9-25 Running the Vehicle Follow the proper steps to be sure WARNING the vehicle will not move. If the While Parked vehicle has an automatic It can be dangerous to get out of transmission, see Shifting Into Park It is better not to park with the the vehicle if the automatic (Automatic Transmission) on...

  • Page 226: Automatic Transmission

    9-26 Driving and Operating Automatic WARNING Transmission It is dangerous to get out of the The automatic transmission has a vehicle if the shift lever is not fully shift lever located on the console in P (Park) with the parking brake between the seats.
  • Page 227 Driving and Operating 9-27 from P (Park) when the ignition key N (Neutral) only. Also, use damage the transmission. The is in ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out N (Neutral) when the vehicle is repairs would not be covered by of P (Park), ease pressure on the being towed.

  • Page 228: Manual Mode

    9-28 Driving and Operating Manual Mode Driver Shift Control (DSC) Notice: If you drive the vehicle at a high rpm without upshifting while using Driver Shift Control (DSC), you could damage the vehicle. Always upshift when necessary while using DSC. Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual...

  • Page 229: Manual Transmission

    Driving and Operating 9-29 The transmission will only allow Manual Transmission Notice: Do not rest your foot on you to shift into gears appropriate the clutch pedal while driving or for the vehicle speed and engine while stopped. The pressure can Shift Pattern revolutions per minute (rpm).
  • Page 230 9-30 Driving and Operating 3 (Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth) and To stop, let up on the accelerator into R (Reverse). Let up on the 6 (Sixth): Shift into 3 (Third), pedal and press the brake pedal. clutch pedal slowly while pressing 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth) and 6 (Sixth) the Just before the vehicle stops, press the accelerator pedal.

  • Page 231: Antilock Brake

    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 232: Parking Brake

    9-32 Driving and Operating Parking Brake To release the parking brake: Driving with the parking brake applied will cause a warning chime 1. Hold the brake pedal down. to sound and the RELEASE 2. Pull the parking brake handle up PARKING BRAKE message to until you can press the release appear in the DIC.

  • Page 233: Brake Assist

    Driving and Operating 9-33 Brake Assist Ride Control Systems This vehicle has a brake assist Traction Control feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle System (TCS) speed in emergency driving The vehicle has a Traction Control conditions.

  • Page 234: Stabilitrak System

    9-34 Driving and Operating cruise control button to reengage comes on and stays on, reset when road conditions allow. See the system by: Cruise Control on page 9 36. 1. Stopping the vehicle. Adding non GM accessories can 2. Turning the engine off and affect the vehicle's performance.
  • Page 235 Driving and Operating 9-35 StabiliTrak is on automatically and United States) on page 5 28. whenever the vehicle is started. To When this message is displayed assist with directional control of the and/or comes on and stays on, vehicle, the system should always the vehicle is safe to drive but the be left on.

  • Page 236: Cruise Control

    9-36 Driving and Operating Cruise Control WARNING With cruise control, the vehicle can Cruise control can be dangerous maintain a speed of about 40 km/h where you cannot drive safely at (25 mph) or more without keeping a steady speed. So, do not use your foot on the accelerator.
  • Page 237 Driving and Operating 9-37 To slow down in small amounts, Setting Cruise Control Increasing Speed While Using move the thumbwheel toward Cruise Control If the cruise button is on when not in SET/ briefly. Each time this is use, it could get bumped and go into If the cruise control system is done, the vehicle goes about cruise when not desired.

  • Page 238: Object Detection Systems

    9-38 Driving and Operating Ending Cruise Control Object Detection WARNING There are three ways to end cruise Systems control: The Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system does not To disengage cruise control; Ultrasonic Parking Assist replace driver vision. It cannot step lightly on the brake pedal or For vehicles with the Ultrasonic detect:...
  • Page 239 Driving and Operating 9-39 How the System Works PARK ASSIST OFF may display on When the System Does Not the Driver Information Center (DIC) Seem to Work Properly URPA comes on automatically when to indicate that URPA is off. The the shift lever is moved into If the URPA system does not message disappears after a short...

  • Page 240: Fuel

    9-40 Driving and Operating An object was hanging out of the Fuel trunk during the last drive cycle. Once the object is removed, Use of the recommended fuel is an URPA will return to normal important part of the proper operation.

  • Page 241: Gasoline Specifications (U.s. And Canada Only)

    Driving and Operating 9-41 Gasoline Specifications California Fuel Fuels in Foreign (U.S. and Canada Only) Requirements Countries At a minimum, gasoline If the vehicle is certified to meet Never use leaded gasoline or any should meet ASTM specification D California Emissions Standards, it is other fuel not recommended in the 4814 in the United States or CAN/ designed to operate on fuels that...

  • Page 242: Fuel Additives

    9-42 Driving and Operating Fuel Additives For customers who do not use TOP Notice: This vehicle was not TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, designed for fuel that contains To provide cleaner air, all gasolines one bottle of GM Fuel System methanol. Do not use fuel in the United States are now Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel containing methanol.

  • Page 243: Filling The Tank

    Driving and Operating 9-43 Filling the Tank WARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island. Turn off the engine when refueling.

  • Page 244: Filling A Portable Fuel

    9-44 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel WARNING WARNING Container Fuel can spray out on you if you If a fire starts while you are open the fuel cap too quickly. refueling, do not remove the WARNING If you spill fuel and then nozzle.

  • Page 245: General Towing

    Driving and Operating 9-45 For maximum vehicle and trailer Towing WARNING (Continued) weights, see Trailer Towing. For information on equipment to General Towing Bring the fill nozzle in contact tow a trailer, see Towing Information with the inside of the fill Equipment.
  • Page 246 9-46 Driving and Operating Driving Characteristics The vehicle can tow a trailer if it is Pulling a Trailer equipped with the proper trailer and Towing Tips Here are some important points: towing equipment. To identify the trailering capacity of the vehicle, see There are many laws, including WARNING speed limit restrictions that apply...
  • Page 247 Driving and Operating 9-47 Vehicles with automatic Check all trailer hitch parts and Following Distance transmissions can tow in attachments, safety chains, Stay at least twice as far behind the D (Drive) but M (Manual Mode) electrical connectors, lamps, tires, vehicle ahead as you would when is recommended.
  • Page 248 9-48 Driving and Operating Making Turns When towing a trailer, the arrows on When towing at high altitude on the instrument panel flash for turns steep uphill grades, consider the Notice: Making very sharp turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are following: Engine coolant will boil at while trailering could cause the burned out.
  • Page 249 Driving and Operating 9-49 Parking on Hills 3. When the wheel chocks are in Maintenance When Trailer place, release the brake pedal Towing until the chocks absorb the load. WARNING The vehicle needs service more 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then often when pulling a trailer.

  • Page 250: Trailer Towing (Except Fuel Economy Model)

    9-50 Driving and Operating Trailer Towing (Except See Weight of the Trailer Tongue the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue later in this section for more weight the vehicle can carry, which Fuel Economy Model) information. will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow.

  • Page 251: Towing Equipment

    Driving and Operating 9-51 After loading the trailer, weigh the Towing Equipment Safety Chains trailer and then the tongue, Always attach chains between the Hitches separately, to see if the weights are vehicle and the trailer. Cross the proper. If they are not, adjustments Use the correct hitch equipment.

  • Page 252: Conversions And Add-Ons

    9-52 Driving and Operating Conversions and Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12 volt battery, even if the Add-Ons vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system. Add-On Electrical Before attempting to add anything Equipment electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Notice: Do not add anything Vehicle on page 3 38 and Adding...
  • Page 253 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Taillamps, Turn Signal, Protection Sidemarker, Stoplamps, Operating Mode ... 10-22 and Back-Up Lamps ..10-32 Power Steering Fluid ..10-22 License Plate Lamp .

  • Page 254: General Information

    10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Inspection ....10-56 Towing General Information Tire Rotation ....10-57 Towing the Vehicle .

  • Page 255: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition Accessories and GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other 65 Warning Modifications systems on the vehicle. Your GM dealer can accessorize the vehicle Most motor vehicles, including this Adding non dealer accessories to using genuine GM Accessories.

  • Page 256: Vehicle Checks

    10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service Hood work, use the proper service To open the hood: manual. It tells you much more Doing Your Own about how to service the vehicle Service Work than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information WARNING...
  • Page 257 Vehicle Care 10-5 To close the hood: 1. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then, lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot on the underside of the hood and return the prop to its retainer.
  • Page 258 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 1.4 L L4 Engine...
  • Page 259 Vehicle Care 10-7 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on E. Remote Negative (-) Terminal. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. page 10 15. See Jump Starting on See Jump Starting on page 10 84. page 10 84. B. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Checking Engine Oil under Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir.
  • Page 260 10-8 Vehicle Care 1.8 L L4 Engine...

  • Page 261: Engine Oil

    Vehicle Care 10-9 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on G. Battery on page 10 26 (Under Engine Oil page 10 15. Cover). To ensure proper engine B. Engine Oil Dipstick. See H. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and performance and long life, careful Checking Engine Oil under Pressure Cap.
  • Page 262 10-10 Vehicle Care Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil area that shows the proper operating range, the engine could It is a good idea to check the engine be damaged. You should drain oil level at each fuel fill. In order to out the excess oil or limit driving get an accurate reading, the vehicle of the vehicle and seek a service...
  • Page 263 Vehicle Care 10-11 This certification mark indicates that approved to the dexos the oil has been approved to the specification, ask your service dexos specification. provider. Use of Substitute Engine Oils if dexos is unavailable: In the event that dexos approved engine oil is not available at an oil change or for maintaining proper oil level, you...

  • Page 264: Engine Oil Life System

    10-12 Vehicle Care ( 20°F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should What to Do with Used Oil Engine Oil Life System be used. An oil of this viscosity Used engine oil contains certain When to Change Engine Oil grade will provide easier cold elements that can be unhealthy for starting for the engine at extremely This vehicle has a computer system...

  • Page 265: Automatic Transmission

    Vehicle Care 10-13 It is possible that, if driving under How to Reset the Engine Oil vehicle is started, the engine oil life the best conditions, the oil life system has not reset. Repeat the Life System system might indicate that an oil procedure.

  • Page 266: Manual Transmission

    10-14 Vehicle Care Change the fluid and filter at the Hydraulic Clutch How to Check and Add Fluid intervals listed in Scheduled Visually check the brake/clutch fluid For vehicles with a manual Maintenance on page 11 2, and be reservoir to make sure the fluid level transmission, it is not necessary to sure to use the fluid listed in is at the MIN (minimum) line on the...

  • Page 267: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    Vehicle Care 10-15 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter How to Inspect the Engine Air 1.8 L L4 Engine Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview To inspect the air cleaner/filter, on page 10 6 for the location of the remove the filter from the vehicle engine air cleaner/filter.

  • Page 268: Cooling System

    10-16 Vehicle Care 4. Align the filter correctly. Cooling System WARNING 5. Install the cover by lowering it The cooling system allows the over the filter and secure with An electric engine cooling fan engine to maintain the correct the 6 screws. under the hood can start up even working temperature.

  • Page 269: Engine Coolant

    Vehicle Care 10-17 Notice: Using coolant other than What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, ® DEX-COOL can cause premature drinkable water and DEX-COOL engine, heater core, or radiator coolant. If using this mixture, WARNING corrosion. In addition, the engine nothing else needs to be added.
  • Page 270 10-18 Vehicle Care Never dispose of engine coolant by See Engine Overheating on WARNING putting it in the trash, pouring it on page 10 20 for more information. the ground, into sewers, into The coolant surge tank is located in Steam and scalding liquids from a streams or bodies of water.
  • Page 271 Vehicle Care 10-19 Notice: In cold weather, water WARNING can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other Adding only plain water or some parts. Use the recommended other liquid to the cooling system coolant and the proper coolant can be dangerous.

  • Page 272: Engine Overheating

    10-20 Vehicle Care 2. Then keep turning the pressure Check the level in the coolant surge If the decision is made to lift the cap slowly and remove it. tank when the cooling system has hood, make sure the vehicle is cooled down.
  • Page 273 Vehicle Care 10-21 If Steam is Coming from the If No Steam is Coming from 3. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in N (Neutral) while stopped. Engine Compartment the Engine Compartment If it is safe to do so, pull off the If an engine overheat warning is road, shift to P (Park) or WARNING...

  • Page 274: Overheated Engine Protection

    10-22 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Notice: After driving in the Washer Fluid overheated engine protection Protection What to Use operating mode, to avoid engine Operating Mode damage, allow the engine to cool When windshield washer fluid is before attempting any repair. The This emergency operating mode needed, be sure to read the engine oil will be severely...

  • Page 275: Brakes

    Vehicle Care 10-23 Notice: Brakes Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the When using concentrated This vehicle has front disc brakes brakes are first applied or lightly washer fluid, follow the and could have rear drum brakes or applied.

  • Page 276: Brake Fluid

    10-24 Vehicle Care Brake linings should always be installing disc brake pads that are There are only two reasons why the replaced as complete axle sets. wrong for the vehicle, can change brake fluid level in the reservoir the balance between the front and might go down: Brake Pedal Travel rear brakes...
  • Page 277 Vehicle Care 10-25 Do not top off the brake fluid. What to Add Notice: Adding fluid does not correct a leak. Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid Using the wrong fluid can If fluid is added when the linings are from a sealed container.

  • Page 278: Battery

    10-26 Vehicle Care Battery Vehicle Storage Starter Switch Check Refer to the replacement number on WARNING WARNING the original battery label when a new battery is needed. Batteries have acid that can burn When you are doing this you and gas that can explode. inspection, the vehicle could DANGER You can be badly hurt if you are...

  • Page 279: Function Check

    Vehicle Care 10-27 3. For automatic transmission Automatic Transmission 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. vehicles, try to start the engine See Parking Brake on Shift Lock Control in each gear. The vehicle should page 9 32. Function Check start only in P (Park) or Be ready to apply the regular N (Neutral).

  • Page 280: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check

    10-28 Vehicle Care Ignition Transmission Park Brake and P (Park) Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Lock Check Mechanism Check your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. While parked, and with the parking WARNING brake set, try to turn the ignition to To check the parking brake's...

  • Page 281: Replacement

    Vehicle Care 10-29 Wiper Blade Replacement To replace the windshield wiper 4. Remove the wiper blade. blade: Allowing the wiper blade arm to Windshield wiper blades should be 1. Pull the wiper assembly away touch the windshield when no inspected for wear or cracking. See from the windshield.

  • Page 282: Headlamp Aiming

    10-30 Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Headlamp aim has been preset at For the proper type of replacement Parking Lamps the factory and should need no bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on further adjustment. page 10 36.
  • Page 283 Vehicle Care 10-31 High Beam Headlamp/ 4. Remove the bulb (C) from the Parking/Turn Signal Lamp headlamp assembly by turning Low Beam Headlamp and DRL 1. Open the hood. See Hood on counterclockwise and pulling page 10 4. 1. Open the hood. See Hood on straight back.

  • Page 284: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, And Back-Up Lamps

    10-32 Vehicle Care Side Marker Lamp Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, 1. Push lamp assembly toward the rear of the vehicle and remove. and Back-Up Lamps 2. Remove the socket from the lamp assembly by turning 3. Remove the bulb (A) from the counterclockwise.
  • Page 285 Vehicle Care 10-33 A. Back-up Lamp 2. Remove the trunk deck trim 4. Remove the bulb from the cover (A). socket (A). B. Stop Lamp/Taillamp 3. Remove the bulb socket (B) by 5. Install the new bulb in the bulb C.
  • Page 286 10-34 Vehicle Care To replace any one of these bulbs: Stoplamp/Taillamp, Turn Signal, Back up, and Sidemarker Lamp 1. Open the trunk. 3. Remove the two screws, which 4. Remove the taillamp assembly secure the taillamp assembly. by pulling it straight back until the two posts disengage from the grommets.

  • Page 287: License Plate Lamp

    Vehicle Care 10-35 8. Install the taillamp assembly and tighten the two screws. 9. Close the two screw covers. License Plate Lamp To replace the license plate lamp bulb: A. Sidemarker Lamp 2. Turn and pull the license plate lamp assembly down. B.

  • Page 288: Replacement Bulbs

    10-36 Vehicle Care Replacement Bulbs Electrical System Fuses and circuit breakers protect the following in the vehicle: Bulb Exterior Lamp Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Number Overload Windshield Wiper Motor Back-Up Lamp 921K Power Windows and Other The vehicle has fuses and circuit Front and Rear Power Accessories breakers to protect against an...

  • Page 289: Fuses And Circuit

    Vehicle Care 10-37 Windshield Wipers Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Breakers Fuse Block If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the windshield The wiring circuits in the vehicle are wipers will stop until the motor cools protected from short circuits by a and will then restart.
  • Page 290 10-38 Vehicle Care Mini Fuses Usage Fuel Injection Fuel Injection/ Ignition System Engine Control Module Lambda Sensor Canister Vent Solenoid Not Used Rear Wiper Ignition/Air Quality Sensor/Aero Shutter Engine Compartment Fuse Block Ignition/Airbag The vehicle may not be equipped Fuel Control Module Mini Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and...
  • Page 291 Vehicle Care 10-39 Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Antilock Brake Lambda Sensor Air Conditioning System Fog Lights Rear Window Body Control Sensor Not Used Module Air Quality Sensor Not Used Body Control Rear Fog Lamp Horn Module Rear Washer Ignition...
  • Page 292 10-40 Vehicle Care J Case Usage J Case Usage U Micro Usage Fuses Fuses Relays Front Wipers Not Used Cooling Fan K7 Starter Solenoid Not Used Fuel Pump Rear Power Cooling Fan K1 Not Used Windows Not Used HC Relays Usage Not Used Micro...

  • Page 293: Block

    Vehicle Care 10-41 Instrument Panel Fuse Fuses Usage Block Infotainment System/Hands free Phone Not Used Body Control Module Infotainment System Information Display/ Parking Assist Cigarette Lighter Power Outlet The instrument panel fuse block is Body Control in the driver side of instrument Module panel.

  • Page 294: Wheels And Tires

    10-42 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Interior Fan Ignition/Electronic Tires Key System Not Used This new vehicle comes with Body Control Power Seat high-quality tires made by a Module Diagnostic leading tire manufacturer. If you Body Control Connector ever have questions about the Module...

  • Page 295: Winter Tires

    Vehicle Care 10-43 Winter Tires WARNING WARNING (Continued) If you expect to drive on snow or ice Poorly maintained and impact such as when you covered roads often, you may want improperly used tires are hit a pothole. Keep tires at to get winter tires for the vehicle.

  • Page 296: Low-Profile Tires

    10-44 Vehicle Care If you choose to use winter tires: Low-Profile Tires or sharp edged objects, or when sliding into a curb. Use tires of the same brand and If this vehicle has P225/45R18 The vehicle warranty does not tread type on all four wheel size tires, they are classified as cover this type of damage.
  • Page 297 Vehicle Care 10-45 criteria have a TPC specification (E) Tire Ply Material The type code molded onto the sidewall. of cord and number of plies in GM's TPC specifications meet or the sidewall and under the tread. exceed all federal safety (F) Uniform Tire Quality guidelines.
  • Page 298 10-46 Vehicle Care compact spare tire, see information on tire pressure and Compact Spare Tire on inflation see Tire Pressure on page 10 83 andIf a Tire Goes page 10 50. Flat on page 10 65. (F) Tire Size A combination of (C) Tire Identification Number letters and numbers define a (TIN)

  • Page 299: Tire Designations

    Vehicle Care 10-47 Tire Designations (C) Aspect Ratio A two digit is certified to carry. The speed number that indicates the tire rating is the maximum speed a Tire Size height to width measurements. tire is certified to carry a load. For example, if the tire size The following illustration shows Tire Terminology and...
  • Page 300 10-48 Vehicle Care Belt A rubber coated layer of Curb Weight The weight of a GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight cords that is located between motor vehicle with standard and Rating for the front axle. See the plies and the tread. Cords optional equipment including the Vehicle Load Limits on may be made from steel or other...
  • Page 301 Vehicle Care 10-49 Maximum Inflation Pressure Outward Facing Sidewall Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic The maximum air pressure to side of an asymmetrical tire that tire in which the ply cords that which a cold tire can be inflated. has a particular side that faces extend to the beads are laid at The maximum air pressure is outward when mounted on a...

  • Page 302: Tire Pressure

    10-50 Vehicle Care Tread The portion of a tire that Vehicle Capacity Weight Tire Pressure comes into contact with number of designated seating Tires need the correct amount of the road. positions multiplied by air pressure to operate 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated Treadwear Indicators Narrow effectively.
  • Page 303 Vehicle Care 10-51 Rough ride. comfort. Never load the vehicle the vehicle has been sitting for with more weight than it was at least three hours or driven no Needless damage from designed to carry. more than 1.6 km (1 mile). road hazards.

  • Page 304: Tire Pressure Monitor

    10-52 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or The TPMS malfunction indicator is more of your tires is significantly combined with the low tire pressure System under inflated. telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for The Tire Pressure Monitor System Accordingly, when the low tire approximately one minute and then...

  • Page 305: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care 10-53 Federal Communications and details about the DIC operation and displays see Driver Information Commission (FCC) and Center (DIC) on page 5 24. Industry Canada The low tire pressure warning light See Radio Frequency Statement on may come on in cool weather when page 13 16 for information the vehicle is first started, and then regarding Part 15 of the Federal...
  • Page 306 10-54 Vehicle Care Your vehicle's TPMS can warn you TPMS Malfunction Light and sucessfully. See TPMS Sensor about a low tire pressure condition Matching Process later in this Message but it does not replace normal tire section. The TPMS will not function properly maintenance.
  • Page 307 Vehicle Care 10-55 could prevent the TPMS from malfunction light and the DIC five minutes to match all four tire functioning properly. See Buying message to go off at the next and wheel positions, the matching New Tires on page 10 59. ignition cycle.

  • Page 308: Tire Inspection

    10-56 Vehicle Care 6. Press the SET/CLR button again 10. Proceed to the passenger side Tire Inspection to confirm the selection. rear tire, and repeat the We recommend that you procedure in Step 8. The horn sounds twice to signal regularly inspect the vehicle's 11.

  • Page 309: Tire Rotation

    Vehicle Care 10-57 The tire has a bump, bulge, Any time you notice unusual Do not include the compact or split. wear, rotate the tires as soon as spare tire in the tire rotation. possible and check wheel The tire has a puncture, cut, After the tires have been alignment.

  • Page 310: When It Is Time For New

    10-58 Vehicle Care Make certain that all wheel nuts Lightly coat the center of the are properly tightened. See wheel hub with wheel bearing Wheel Nut Torque under grease after a wheel change or Capacities and Specifications on tire rotation to prevent corrosion page 12 2.

  • Page 311: Buying New Tires

    Vehicle Care 10-59 typically need to be replaced due to Buying New Tires GM's exclusive TPC Spec wear before they may need to be system considers over a dozen GM has developed and matched replaced due to age. Consult the tire critical specifications that impact specific tires for the vehicle.
  • Page 312 10-60 Vehicle Care GM recommends replacing tires WARNING WARNING in sets of four. This is because uniform tread depth on all tires Mixing tires could cause you If you use bias-ply tires on the will help keep the vehicle to lose control while driving. vehicle, the wheel rim flanges performing most like it did when If you mix tires of different...

  • Page 313: Different Size Tires And Wheels

    Vehicle Care 10-61 Vehicles that have a tire Different Size Tires and WARNING pressure monitoring system Wheels could give an inaccurate If you add different sized If you add wheels or tires that are a low pressure warning if non TPC wheels, the vehicle may not different size than the original Spec rated tires are installed on...

  • Page 314: Uniform Tire Quality

    10-62 Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality use spare tires, tires with Treadwear nominal rim diameters of Grading The treadwear grade is a 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), comparative rating based on the Quality grades can be found or to some limited-production wear rate of the tire when tested where applicable on the tire...

  • Page 315: Wheel Alignment And Tire

    Vehicle Care 10-63 Traction AA, A, B, C conditions on a specified indoor Wheel Alignment and Tire laboratory test wheel. Sustained Balance The traction grades, from high temperature can cause the highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, The tires and wheels on the vehicle material of the tire to degenerate and C.

  • Page 316: Wheel Replacement

    10-64 Vehicle Care Wheel Replacement Used Replacement Wheels WARNING Replace any wheel that is bent, WARNING Using the wrong replacement cracked, or badly rusted or wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming Putting a used wheel on the loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and nuts on the vehicle can be vehicle is dangerous.

  • Page 317: Tire Chains

    Vehicle Care 10-65 Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blowout WARNING while you are driving, especially if Follow that manufacturer's you maintain your vehicle's tires instructions. To help avoid Do not use tire chains. There is properly.
  • Page 318 10-66 Vehicle Care A rear blowout, particularly on a WARNING WARNING curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction Lifting a vehicle and getting under Changing a tire can be you would use in a skid. In any rear it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous.
  • Page 319 Vehicle Care 10-67 WARNING (Continued) To be certain the vehicle will not move, put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire on the other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle.

  • Page 320: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit

    10-68 Vehicle Care Tire Sealant and If this vehicle has a tire sealant and WARNING compressor kit, there may not be a Compressor Kit spare tire, tire changing equipment, Overinflating a tire could cause and on some vehicles there may not the tire to rupture and you or WARNING be a place to store a tire.
  • Page 321 Vehicle Care 10-69 The kit includes: Tire Sealant Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Read and follow the safe handling Seal and Inflate a instructions on the label adhered to Punctured Tire the sealant canister. Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister.
  • Page 322 10-70 Vehicle Care If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 4. Remove the valve stem cap from The compressor will inject and wheel damage by driving slowly the flat tire by turning it sealant and air into the tire. to a level place.
  • Page 323 Vehicle Care 10-71 Notice: If the recommended 11. Unplug the power plug (C) from Do not exceed the speed on pressure cannot be reached after the accessory power outlet in this label until the damaged tire approximately 25 minutes, the the vehicle.
  • Page 324 10-72 Vehicle Care If the tire pressure has not Using the Tire Sealant and See If a Tire Goes Flat on dropped more than 68 kPa page 10 65 for other important Compressor Kit without (10 psi) from the recommended safety warnings.
  • Page 325 Vehicle Care 10-73 8. Plug the power plug (C) into the on the Tire and Loading 15. Replace the air only hose (F) accessory power outlet in the Information label. See Tire and the power plug (C) back in vehicle. Unplug all items from Pressure on page 10 50.
  • Page 326 10-74 Vehicle Care Removal and Installation of the To install a new sealant canister: Sealant Canister 1. Align the sealant/air hose (G) with the slot in the air To remove the sealant canister: compressor. 2. Push the sealant canister (B) down and turn it clockwise.

  • Page 327: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit

    Vehicle Care 10-75 Storing the Tire Sealant the same time. Then pull the Tire Changing access panel rearward and up to and Compressor Kit Removing the Spare Tire and remove it. Tools The tire sealant and compressor kit is located in the trunk, under the To access the spare tire and tools: load floor, behind an access panel.
  • Page 328 10-76 Vehicle Care 3. Turn the retainer nut (A) 4. Remove the jack handle This vehicle will have either a counterclockwise to remove it. extension (B) and jack (A). coin/pierce jack (D) and a jack Then remove the tool bag handle extension (C) or a hex tether (B) from the stow rod , the head jack (B) and a jack lift...
  • Page 329 Vehicle Care 10-77 Removing the Flat Tire and If needed, finish loosening them with your fingers. The plastic nut Installing the Spare Tire caps will not come off. This vehicle may have aluminum If needed, use the flat end of the wheels with exposed wheel nuts.
  • Page 330 10-78 Vehicle Care 6. Place the jack under the vehicle. 7. If you have a coin/pierce jack, attach the jack handle extension to the jack by sliding the hook through the end of the jack. If you have a hex-head jack, attach the jack lift-assist tool by placing the hex of the jack lift-assist tool over the hex head...
  • Page 331 Vehicle Care 10-79 WARNING Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle.
  • Page 332 10-80 Vehicle Care WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
  • Page 333 Vehicle Care 10-81 14. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Notice: Improperly tightened 17. Lower the jack all the way and Tighten each nut by hand until wheel nuts can lead to brake remove the jack from under the the wheel is held against pulsation and rotor damage.
  • Page 334 10-82 Vehicle Care When reinstalling the wheel cover or Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 5. Place the foam container inside center cap on the full-size tire, the flat tire. Align the hole with 1. Replace the wheel wrench and tighten all five plastic caps hand the stow rod.

  • Page 335: Compact Spare Tire

    Vehicle Care 10-83 Compact Spare Tire After installing the compact spare Notice: When the compact spare on the vehicle, stop as soon as is installed, do not take the possible and make sure the spare vehicle through an automatic car WARNING tire is correctly inflated.

  • Page 336: Jump Starting

    10-84 Vehicle Care Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps The jump start negative grounding could result in costly damage to point (D) is the engine block or an For more information about the the vehicle that would not be engine mounting bolt. Connect to a vehicle battery, see Battery on covered by the warranty.
  • Page 337 Vehicle Care 10-85 3. Set the parking brake firmly and WARNING WARNING (Continued) put the shift lever in P (Park) with an automatic transmission, An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that or neutral with a manual when the engine is not running first.
  • Page 338 10-86 Vehicle Care 8. Connect the other end of the black negative ( ) cable to the negative ( ) grounding point (D). 9. Start the engine in the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine at idle speed for at least four minutes.

  • Page 339: Towing The Vehicle

    Vehicle Care 10-87 To disconnect the jumper cables Towing Recreational Vehicle from both vehicles: Towing 1. Disconnect the black Towing the Vehicle Recreational vehicle towing refers to negative ( ) cable from the towing the vehicle behind another Notice: To avoid damage, the vehicle that had the dead vehicle such as behind a motor...
  • Page 340 10-88 Vehicle Care Does the vehicle have the 4. To prevent the battery from proper towing equipment. See draining while the vehicle is your dealer or trailering being towed, remove the professional for additional advice following fuse from the and equipment instrument panel fuse block: recommendations.
  • Page 341 Vehicle Care 10-89 Dolly Towing 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing. 5. Remove the key from the ignition. 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. 7. Release the parking brake. Notice: Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it.

  • Page 342: Appearance Care

    10-90 Vehicle Care Appearance Care Notice: Machine compounding or Protecting Exterior Bright Metal aggressive polishing on a Parts basecoat/clearcoat paint finish Exterior Care Bright metal parts should be may damage it. Use only cleaned regularly to keep their non-abrasive waxes and polishes Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ luster.
  • Page 343 Vehicle Care 10-91 should not be used on plastic Dry the finish with a soft, clean Shutter System Cleaning parts, do not use it on the vehicle chamois or an all-cotton towel to or damage may occur and it avoid surface scratches and water would not be covered by the spotting.
  • Page 344 10-92 Vehicle Care Weatherstrips conditions such as ice and dust. Notice: Using chrome polish on Always wash the vehicle's aluminum wheels could damage Silicone grease on weatherstrips will chrome with soap and water after the wheels. The repairs would not make them last longer, seal better, exposure.
  • Page 345 Vehicle Care 10-93 Windshield and Wiper Blades Notice: Using petroleum-based Minor chips and scratches can be tire dressing products on the repaired with touch-up materials Clean the outside of the windshield vehicle may damage the paint available from your dealer. Larger with glass cleaner.

  • Page 346: Interior Care

    10-94 Vehicle Care Chemical Paint Spotting Remove dust from small buttons Cleaners can contain solvents that and knobs with a small brush with can become concentrated in the Some weather and atmospheric soft bristles. vehicles interior. Before using conditions can create a chemical cleaners, read and adhere to all Your dealer has products for fallout.
  • Page 347 Vehicle Care 10-95 Avoid laundry detergents or cleaning, gently remove as much of 4. Continue to gently rub the dishwashing soaps with the soil as possible using one of the soiled area. degreasers. Using too much following techniques: 5. If the soil is not completely soap will leave a residue that For liquids: gently blot the removed, use a mild soap...
  • Page 348 10-96 Vehicle Care Leather to clean the vehicles interior Some commercial products may because they can alter the increase gloss on the instrument Leather, and lighter colored leather appearance by increasing the gloss panel. The increase in gloss may in particular, will need more frequent in a non-uniform manner.

  • Page 349: Floor Mats

    Vehicle Care 10-97 Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the proper floor mat usage. Floor Mats The original equipment floor WARNING Pull up on the rear of the floor mat mats were designed for your to unlock each retainer and remove. If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle.
  • Page 350 10-98 Vehicle Care NOTES...

  • Page 351: General Information

    Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Scheduled Maintenance. To keep the vehicle in good condition, see Maintenance Maintenance intervals, your dealer. checks, inspections, The maintenance schedule is for recommended fluids, and vehicles that: lubricants are necessary to keep General Information Carry passengers and cargo this vehicle in good working...

  • Page 352: Scheduled Maintenance

    11-2 Service and Maintenance The proper replacement parts, Scheduled WARNING fluids, and lubricants to use are Maintenance listed in Recommended Fluids and Performing maintenance work can Lubricants on page 11 6 and When the Change Engine Oil be dangerous. Some jobs can Maintenance Replacement Parts on cause serious injury.

  • Page 353: Service And Maintenance

    Service and Maintenance 11-3 Windshield washer fluid level Engine air cleaner filter Your dealer has trained service check. See Washer Fluid on inspection. See Engine Air technicians who will perform this page 10 22. Cleaner/Filter on page 10 15. work and reset the system. If the engine oil life system is reset Windshield wiper blade Brake system inspection...
  • Page 354 11-4 Service and Maintenance Restraint system component At Each Fuel Stop Once a Year check. See Safety System Engine oil level check. See See Starter Switch Check on Check on page 3 23. Engine Oil on page 10 9. page 10 26. Fuel system inspection for Engine coolant level check.
  • Page 355 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Underbody flushing service. Agency or the California Air First Engine Oil Change After Resources Board has Every 240 000 km/150,000 Miles Hood/Decklid/Liftgate/Liftglass determined that the failure to Support Gas Strut Service: Engine cooling system drain, perform this maintenance item Visually inspect gas strut, flush, and refill (or every five will not nullify the emission...

  • Page 356: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants

    11-6 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification Engine Oil mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade.
  • Page 357 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Usage Fluid/Lubricant DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 12377967, in Hydraulic Clutch System Canada 89021320). Manual Transmission Castrol BOT 0402 Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 9986259). Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Key Lock Cylinders Canada 10953474).

  • Page 358: Maintenance Replacement Parts

    11-8 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified here by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 1.4L L4 Engine 13272719 AC3144C 1.8L L4 Engine 13272720 AC3145C Engine Oil Filter...

  • Page 359: Maintenance Records

    Service and Maintenance 11-9 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 360 11-10 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont'd) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 361 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Maintenance Record (cont'd) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 362 11-12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont'd) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...

  • Page 363: Vehicle Identification

    Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.

  • Page 364: Vehicle Data

    12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 6 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood.

  • Page 365: Technical Data

    Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Except Fuel Economy Model 48.0 L 12.6 gal Transmission Fluid Automatic 6 Speed 4.0 L 4.2 qt Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual.

  • Page 366: Engine Drive Belt Routing

    12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 1.8L L4 Engine (with Air 1.8L L4 Engine (without Air Conditioning) Conditioning) 1.4L L4 Engine...

  • Page 367: Customer Information

    Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-14...
  • Page 368 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be...

  • Page 369: Customer Assistance

    Two, General Motors of Canada Communication Centre, assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-3777 (English), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, participation in a no-charge 1-800-263-7854 (French), the letter should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.

  • Page 370: Customer Assistance For Text

    13-4 Customer Information Canada Mexico, Central America, and Online Owner Center Caribbean Islands/Countries General Motors of Canada Limited Chevrolet Owner Center (U.S.) (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Customer Communication Centre, www.chevyownercenter.com Virgin Islands) Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Information and services General Motors de Mexico, S.

  • Page 371: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program

    Here are a few of the valuable tools GM Mobility and services you will have Reimbursement Program Chevrolet www.chevrolet.com access to: Chevrolet Merchandise My Showroom: Find and save www.chevymall.com information on vehicles and Help Center www.chevrolet.com/ current offers in your area.

  • Page 372: Program

    13-6 Customer Information Location of the vehicle General Motors of Canada also Chevrolet and General Motors of has a Mobility Program. Call Canada Limited reserve the right to Model, year, color, and license 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for limit services or payment to an plate number of the vehicle details.
  • Page 373 Trip Interruption Benefits and Road or Highway: Tow to the or changing of snow tires, Assistance: Must be over nearest Chevrolet dealer for chains, or other traction devices. 250 kilometers from where your warranty service, or if the vehicle trip was started to qualify.

  • Page 374: Program

    13-8 Customer Information Scheduling Service Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Appointments Program Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, When the vehicle requires warranty To enhance your ownership if you are unable to wait, GM helps service, contact the dealer and experience, we and our participating to minimize your inconvenience by request an appointment.
  • Page 375 Customer Information 13-9 Public Transportation or Fuel Courtesy Rental Vehicle Additional Program Reimbursement Information The dealer may arrange to provide If the vehicle requires overnight you with a courtesy rental vehicle or All program options, such as shuttle warranty repairs, and public reimburse you for a rental vehicle service, may not be available at transportation is used instead of the...

  • Page 376: Collision Damage Repair

    13-10 Customer Information Collision Damage Repair vehicles that were total losses in Repair Facility prior crashes. In most cases, the GM also recommends that you If the vehicle is involved in a parts being recycled are from choose a collision repair facility that collision and it is damaged, have the undamaged sections of the vehicle.
  • Page 377 Customer Information 13-11 recommend that you ensure that the Give only the necessary information Choose a reputable repair facility vehicle will be repaired with GM to police and other parties involved that uses quality replacement parts. original equipment collision parts. in the crash.

  • Page 378: Service Publications Ordering Information

    13-12 Customer Information Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Publications Owner Information but you must live with the repair. Ordering Information Owner publications are written Depending on your policy limits, specifically for owners and intended your insurance company may Service Manuals to provide basic operational initially value the repair using...

  • Page 379: Reporting Safety Defects

    Customer Information 13-13 Current and Past Models Reporting Safety To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline Technical Service Bulletins and Defects toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Manuals are available for current (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects http://www.safercar.gov;...

  • Page 380: Government

    Transport Canada Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: information about the vehicle s immediately, and notify General Chevrolet Motor Division performance and how it is driven. Motors of Canada Limited. Call Chevrolet Customer Assistance For example, the vehicle uses...

  • Page 381: Event Data Recorders

    Customer Information 13-15 Event Data Recorders This data can help provide a better GM will not access this data or understanding of the circumstances share it with others except: with the This vehicle has an Event Data in which crashes and injuries occur. consent of the vehicle owner or, Recorder (EDR).

  • Page 382: Onstar

    13-16 Customer Information ® OnStar Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement If the vehicle is equipped with an active OnStar system, that system RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that may also record data in crash or vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that near crash like situations.

  • Page 383: Antilock Brake

    INDEX Airbags Audio System Adding Equipment to the Radio Reception ....7-16 Accessories and Vehicle ..... .3-38 Theft-Deterrent Feature .
  • Page 384 INDEX Bluetooth ..7-23, 7-24, 7-28 Check Brake System Warning Light . . . 5-16 Engine Light ....5-13 Calibration .

  • Page 385: Driver Information

    INDEX Clutch, Hydraulic ... . . 10-14 Customer Assistance ..13-4 Door Collision Damage Repair ..13-10 Offices .
  • Page 386 INDEX Engine (cont.) Fluid Power Messages ... . .5-31 Automatic Transmission ..10-13 Electrical Equipment, Pressure Light ....5-21 Brakes .
  • Page 387 INDEX Fuel Economy General Information Headlamps (cont.) High-Beam On Light ..5-22 Driving ......1-22 Service and Maintenance .
  • Page 388 INDEX Instrument Cluster ....5-8 Lamps (cont.) Lights (cont.) Front Fog ..... . 6-4 Charging System .
  • Page 389 INDEX Locks Messages Mirrors Automatic Door ....2-7 Airbag System ....5-32 Automatic Dimming Door .
  • Page 390 INDEX Power Door Locks ....2-7 Object Detection System Park Mirrors ......2-12 Messages .
  • Page 391 INDEX Reimbursement Program, Ride Control Systems GM Mobility ....13-5 Messages ....5-32 Radio Frequency Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Roads...
  • Page 392 i-10 INDEX Safety Defects Reporting Service Spare Tire Canadian Government ..13-14 Accessories and Compact ....10-83 General Motors .
  • Page 393 INDEX i-11 Sun Visors ..... 2-16 Tires (cont.) Towing (cont.) Pressure Light ....5-20 Recreational Vehicle .
  • Page 394 i-12 INDEX Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New Storing the Tire Sealant Tires ......10-58 Ultrasonic Parking Assist .

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