Page 1 2009 Pontiac Torrent Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Front Seats Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ..........1-2 ..4-2 Rear Seats Towing ..........1-10 ........... 4-26 Service and Appearance Care ......5-1 Safety Belts ..........
Page 2: Canadian Owners
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Page 3: Vehicle Symbols
Safety Warnings and Symbols A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. A circle with a slash Notice: These mean there is something that could through it is a safety damage your vehicle. symbol which means “Do Many times, this damage would not be covered by the Not,”...
Page 4 Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fuel Gage Here are some additional symbols that may be found on : Fuses the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index. : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer : Airbag Readiness Light : LATCH System Child Restraints : Air Conditioning : Malfunction Indicator Lamp...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint System Front Seats ............1-2 Where to Put the Restraint ......1-42 Manual Seats ..........1-2 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children Seat Height Adjuster ........1-3 (LATCH) ..........1-44 Power Seat ...........1-3 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Manual Lumbar ..........1-4 Position ...........1-52 Heated Seats ..........1-4...
Page 6: Manual Seats
Front Seats If the vehicle has a manual seat, it can be moved forward or rearward. 1. Lift the bar to unlock Manual Seats the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and CAUTION: release the bar. You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 7: Seat Height Adjuster
Seat Height Adjuster Power Seat To manually raise or lower the seat, move the lever To adjust the seat: repeatedly upward or downward • Slide the control forward or rearward to move the seat forward or rearward. • Move the front and rear of the control up or down to raise or lower the front and rear part of the seat cushion.
Page 8: Manual Lumbar
Manual Lumbar Heated Seats On vehicles with this If your vehicle has heated feature, the knob is seats, the switches are located on the front of the located on the instrument driver seat lower cushion panel near the climate on the inboard side. controls.
Page 9: Manual Reclining Seatbacks
Manual Reclining Seatbacks CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 10 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body.
Page 11 Head Restraints Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant’s head.
Page 12 Passenger Folding Seatback On vehicles with this feature, to fold the seatback: 1. Lower the head restraint all the way. 2. Lift the bar under the front of the seat to unlock it. CAUTION: Slide the seat as far back as it will go and release the bar.
Page 13 To raise the seatback, do the following: 1. Lift up fully on the recliner lever, located on the outboard side of the seat, and push up on the seatback. 2. Continue raising the seatback until the seatback re-engages. CAUTION: If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
Page 14 Rear Seats CAUTION: Split Folding Rear Seat A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly The rear split bench seatbacks have three available attached, or twisted will not provide the protection positions — folded forward, upright, or partially reclined. needed in a crash.
Page 15 To fold the seatback down, do the following: To recline the seatback, do the following: 1. Lift and hold the lever located on top of the Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts seatback. still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts.
Page 16 Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, This section of the manual describes how to use inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people safety belts properly. It also describes some things not riding in these areas are more likely to be to do with safety belts.
Page 17: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why: When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have it goes.
Page 18 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-14...
Page 19 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In or the instrument panel... a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-15...
Page 20: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Page 21 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? This section is only for people of adult size. You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a Be aware that there are special things to know about crash —...
Page 22 In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.
Page 23 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt snugly against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose.
Page 24 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 25 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
Page 26 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 27 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 28 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 29 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: 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/retailer to ﬁx it.
Page 30 Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index. 2.
Page 31 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. shoulder belt. For outboard seating positions, slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing when the safety belt is not in It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety use.
Page 32: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front driver and right front passenger seating positions. outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt safety belt assembly.
Page 33 There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat. Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: 1. Remove the guide from its storage clip on the back of the seatback. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
Page 34 CAUTION: 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 35 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety Belt Extender Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant If the safety belt will fasten around you, you should women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be use it. seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer/retailer will order you an extender.
Page 36: Older Children
Child Restraints The manufacturer’s instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt Older Children until the child passes the below ﬁt test: • Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue.
Page 37 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? CAUTION: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face Never do this. or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the Never allow two children to wear the same safety hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 38 CAUTION: Never do this. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt.
Page 39 Infants and Young Children Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes its airbag system is designed for them. Every time infants and all other children.
Page 40 CAUTION: Never do this. Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) infant will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’s arms.
Page 41 CAUTION: Never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat.
Page 42 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? CAUTION: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during Selection of a particular restraint should take a crash, infants need complete support.
Page 43 Child Restraint Systems CAUTION: A rear-facing infant seat (A) provides restraint A young child’s hip bones are still so small that with the seating surface the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain against the back of low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may the infant.
Page 44 A forward-facing child seat (B) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness. A booster seat (C-D) is a child restraint designed to improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
Page 45: Securing The Child Within The Child Restraint
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the Vehicle the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy CAUTION: from the manufacturer.
Page 46: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint CAUTION: (Continued) Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. forward-facing child restraint can be seriously We recommend that children and child restraints injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag be secured in a rear seat, including: an infant or a child inﬂates and the passenger seat is in a forward riding in a rear-facing child restraint;...
Page 47: Latch
Conﬁgurations for Use of Child When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with your child Restraints restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. A. Child restraint using If your vehicle does not have a rear seat that will LATCH accommodate a rear-facing child restraint, we B.
Page 48: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch)
Lower Anchors and Tethers for A. Child restraint using LATCH Children (LATCH) B. Occupant prohibited C. Child restraint or The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving occupant using or in a crash. This system is designed to make safety belt installation of a child restraint easier.
Page 49: Top Tether Anchor
Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle. A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the position that will accommodate a child restraint with vehicle.
Page 50: Lower Anchor/Top Tether Anchor Locations
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Locations Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child (Top Tether Anchor): restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be Seating positions with top...
Page 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 52: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System CAUTION: Do not attach more than one child restraint to a CAUTION: single anchor. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchoror attachment to come loose or even break anchors, the child restraint will not be able to during a crash.
Page 53 CAUTION: Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Buckle any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock, if your vehicle has one, after the child restraint has been installed.
Page 54 This system is designed to make installation of child 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that restraints easier. When using lower anchors, do not use the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the the vehicle’s safety belts. Instead use the vehicle’s top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped.
Page 55 If the position you are If the position you are using using does not have a has an adjustable headrest headrest or head restraint or head restraint and you and you are using a are using a single tether, dual tether, route the tether raise the headrest or head over the seatback.
Page 56: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Seat
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put the Seat Position Restraint on page 1-42. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child 2.
Page 57 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, the retractor to set the lock. pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 58: Position
6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions regarding the CAUTION: use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-44 for more information. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be 7.
Page 59 In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be CAUTION: (Continued) attached. You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that even if the airbag is off.
Page 60 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
Page 61 7. If the vehicle does not have a rear seat and your child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-44 for more information.
Page 62: Airbag System
Airbag System CAUTION: Your vehicle has the following airbags: • A frontal airbag for the driver. Be sure that cargo is not near an airbag. In a crash, • A frontal airbag for the right front passenger. an inﬂating airbag might force that object toward a person.
Page 63 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: CAUTION: Airbags inﬂate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if seriously injured or killed.
Page 64 There is an airbag readiness light on the CAUTION: instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for The system checks the airbag electrical system for young children and infants.
Page 65: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Airbags? The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-61...
Page 66 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury 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...
Page 67: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? • If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle, the airbags could inﬂate at a different crash speed Frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to than if the vehicle goes straight into the object. severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the Thresholds can also vary with speciﬁc vehicle design.
Page 68: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
How Does an Airbag Restrain? In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inﬂated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, were.
Page 69: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an Airbag CAUTION: Inﬂates? After the frontal airbags inﬂate, they quickly deﬂate, so When an airbag inﬂates, there may be dust in the quickly that some people may not even realize an air. This dust could cause breathing problems for airbag inﬂated.
Page 70: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger airbag. right front passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument •...
Page 71 The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger seat. The sensors CAUTION: are designed to detect the presence of a properly-seated occupant and determine if the right front passenger frontal airbag should be enabled (may inﬂate) or not. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front According to accident statistics, children are safer when...
Page 72 If your vehicle does not have a rear seat that will When the passenger sensing system has turned off the accommodate a rear-facing child restraint, we right front passenger frontal airbag, the off indicator recommend that rear-facing child restraints not be will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is off.
Page 73 4. Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and CAUTION: refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 1-54. If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and 5.
Page 74 If the Off Indicator is Lit for an If this happens, use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the right front Adult-Size Occupant passenger frontal airbag: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove any additional material from the seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.
Page 75: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Additional Factors Affecting System Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Operation Vehicle Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which There are parts of the airbag system in several places helps the passenger sensing system maintain the around the vehicle.
Page 76 Adding Equipment to Your installed under or on top of the seat fabric, could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing Airbag-Equipped Vehicle system. This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the Is there anything I might add to or change passenger airbag(s).
Page 77: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag Checking the Restraint Systems readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-28 for more information. Safety Belts Notice: If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, Now and then, check the safety belt reminder light, or broken, the airbag may not work properly.
Page 78: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash, you may need new LATCH After a Crash system parts. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt or LATCH system (if equipped), was CAUTION: not being used at the time of the crash.
Page 79: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-2 Automatic Transmission Operation Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ....2-3 (3.4L V6 with 5-Speed) ......2-22 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Automatic Transmission Operation Operation ...........2-4 (3.6L V6 with 6-Speed) ......2-25 Remote Vehicle Start ........2-6 Parking Brake ..........2-30 Shifting Into Park ..........2-31 Doors and Locks ..........2-9...
Page 80: Keys
Keys CAUTION: 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 or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
Page 81: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Changes or modiﬁcations to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to System use this equipment. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range, If this vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) try this: system, it operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Page 82: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) (Lock): Press to lock the doors and liftgate. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), System Operation the parking lamps ﬂash once to indicate locking has occurred. If enabled through the DIC, the horn chirps The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to 195 feet (60 m) away from the vehicle.
Page 83: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement Press and hold for more than two seconds to activate the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps ﬂash and Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds. The alarm any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static turns off when the ignition is moved to ON/RUN or from your body could damage the transmitter.
Page 84 Remote Vehicle Start If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the RKE transmitter functions will have an increased range of operation. However, the range may be less while Your vehicle may have the remote start feature. the vehicle is running. This feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle.
Page 85 3. To extend the engine run time by 10 minutes, A maximum of two remote starts or remote start repeat Steps 1 and 2 while the engine is still running. attempts are allowed between ignition cycles. The engine run time can only be extended if it is the After your vehicle’s engine has been started two times ﬁrst remote start since the vehicle has been driven.
Page 86: Remote Start Ready
Remote Start Ready The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if any of the following occur: If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start • The vehicle’s key is in the ignition. feature, it may have the remote start ready feature. •...
Page 87: Operation
Doors and Locks To lock or unlock a door, use the key from the outside or the door lock from the inside. Door Locks Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the driver’s and front passenger’s doors. CAUTION: (Unlock): To unlock the doors, press the unlock symbol.
Page 88: Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Programmable Automatic Door To set the security locks, do the following: Locks 1. Insert the key into the lock above the rear door security lock label and turn it to the horizontal Your vehicle has an automatic lock/unlock feature which position.
Page 89: Lockout Protection
Lockout Protection CAUTION: (Continued) If you press the power door lock switch when the key is in the ignition and any door is open, all the doors will lock electrical wiring or other cable connections must and only the driver’s door will unlock. Be sure to remove pass through the seal between the body and the the key from the ignition when locking your vehicle.
Page 90 Liftgate Operation with Loss of Power Use a tool to push the service release lever The liftgate is equipped with an electric latch. If the located on the latch until battery is disconnected or has low voltage, the liftgate you hear or feel the gate will not open.
Page 91: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 92: Power Windows
Power Windows CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
Page 93: Sun Visors
Express-Down Window Sun Visors The driver’s window switch has an express-down To block out glare, swing the sun visor down. You can feature that allows the window to be lowered without also detach the driver’s sun visor from the center mount holding the switch.
Page 94: Content Theft-Deterrent
® Content Theft-Deterrent PASS-Key III+ Electronic Immobilizer Your vehicle has a content theft-deterrent alarm system. To activate the theft-deterrent system: The PASS-Key III+ system operates on a radio 1. Open the door. frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. 2.
Page 95: Pass-Key Iii+ Electronic Immobilizer Operation
® PASS-Key III+ Electronic If the engine does not start and the security light on the instrument panel comes on when trying to start the Immobilizer Operation vehicle, there may be a problem with your theft-deterrent system. Turn the ignition off and try again. ®...
Page 96: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your See your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can service ® PASS-Key III+ to get a new key blank that is cut Vehicle exactly as the ignition key that operates the system. To program the new additional key: New Vehicle Break-In 1.
Page 97: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions (LOCK/OFF): This position locks the ignition and steering column, with the key removed. You will only be able to remove the key when the ignition is turned to The ignition switch has LOCK/OFF. four different positions. The ignition switch cannot be turned to LOCK/OFF unless the shift lever is in P (Park).
Page 98: Starting Procedure
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Starting Procedure 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the These vehicle accessories can be used for up to ignition to START. When the engine starts, let go of 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: the key.
Page 99: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater 2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or −18°C), it could be ﬂooded with too much gasoline. Try The engine coolant heater can provide easier starting pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the ﬂoor and better fuel economy during engine warm-up in cold and holding it there as you hold the key in START weather conditions at or below 0°F (−18°C).
Page 100: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transmission Operation (3.4L V6 with 5-Speed) 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The shift lever is located on the center console. When The cord is located on the passenger side of the you change gears, the different shift positions will display engine compartment, near the radiator.
Page 101 apply the brake pedal and then press the shift lever button before you can shift from P (Park) when the CAUTION: ignition key is in ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out of P (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into P (Park) as you maintain It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift brake application.
Page 102 N (Neutral): In this position, the engine does not D (Drive): This position is for normal driving with connect with the wheels. To restart the engine when the automatic transmission. It provides the best fuel the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) only. economy.
Page 103: (3.6L V6 With 6-Speed)
Automatic Transmission Operation Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal (3.6L V6 with 6-Speed) may damage the transmission. The repair will not be covered by the vehicle warranty. If you are stuck, do The shift lever for the automatic transmission is located not spin the tires.
Page 104 P (Park): This position locks the front wheels. It is apply the brake pedal and then press the shift lever the best position to use when the engine is started button, before you can shift from P (Park) when the because the vehicle cannot move easily.
Page 105 D (Drive): This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy. If the vehicle needs more CAUTION: power for passing, and it is: • Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push the Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is accelerator pedal about halfway down.
Page 106 MSM (Manual Shift Mode) In manual shift mode all six forward gears can be selected. While using the MSM (Manual Shift Mode) feature the vehicle will have operation similar to a manual transmission. You can use this for sport driving or when driving hilly roads to stay in gear longer or to downshift for more power or engine braking.
Page 107 Transmission Overheating 2 (Second) and 3 (Third) Gear Start Feature If the transmission ﬂuid temperature rises above 270°F (132°C) or rises rapidly, the Engine Coolant When accelerating the vehicle from a stop in snowy Temperature Warning Light will ﬂash. See Engine and icy conditions, you may want to select 2 (Second) Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 3-33 for and 3 (Third) gear.
Page 108: Parking Brake
Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down.
Page 109: Shifting Into Park
Shifting Into Park Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 110: Shifting Out Of Park
Torque Lock The shift lock release is always functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage (less than If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift the 9 volt) battery. transmission into P (Park) properly, the weight of the If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery.
Page 111: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: • The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation (parking garages, tunnels, deep snow that Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust may block underbody airﬂow or tail pipes). parts under the vehicle and ignite.
Page 112: Running The Vehicle While Parked
Running the Vehicle While Parked CAUTION: It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully CAUTION: in P (Park) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 113: Mirrors
Mirrors Outside Power Mirrors Controls for the outside Manual Rearview Mirror power mirrors are located on the instrument panel. Hold the inside rearview mirror in the center to move it for a clearer view behind your vehicle. Adjust the mirror to reduce the glare of headlamps from behind you.
Page 114: Outside Convex Mirrors
® Outside Convex Mirrors OnStar System CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live lanes.
Page 115 OnStar Services Available with the OnStar service is provided subject to the OnStar Terms and Conditions included in the OnStar Subscriber Safe & Sound Plan glove box literature. • Automatic Notiﬁcation of Airbag Deployment Some services such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance may not be available until •...
Page 116: Onstar Virtual Advisor
OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Virtual Advisor OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows eligible OnStar OnStar Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar subscribers to make and receive calls using voice Hands-Free Calling that uses minutes to access commands. Hands-Free Calling is fully integrated into the location-based weather, local traffic reports, and stock vehicle, and can be used with OnStar Pre-Paid Minute quotes.
Page 117: How Onstar Service Works
How OnStar Service Works Location information about the vehicle is only available if the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicle available. information. This information is automatically sent to an The vehicle must have a working electrical system, OnStar Call Center when the OnStar button is pressed, including adequate battery power, for the OnStar the emergency button is pressed, or if the airbags or...
Page 118: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Luggage Carrier Glove Box CAUTION: To open the glove box, pull the handle to the left and pull the glove box door down until it stops and If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is fully open. is longer or wider than the luggage carrier —...
Page 119 The roof rack crossrails lock along the straight section Do not stand on the plastic lower body panels when of the side rail. loading cargo on the luggage carrier. Press the levers down until the locking mechanisms Loading cargo on the luggage carrier will make the fully engage to the side rail.
Page 120: Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover
Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover Your vehicle may have an adjustable panel/cargo cover feature. The panel/cargo cover can be adjusted into three positions. To use the panel in the lower position, do the following: 1. Insert the front corners of the panel into the lower guides.
Page 121: Rear Seat Armrest
The panel can be used in this position when you have to place a ﬂat or spare tire in the rear cargo area. CAUTION: To use the panel in the upper position, do the following: 1. Insert the front corners of the panel into the top If you were to carry things on the adjustable panel guides.
Page 122: Table
Table To set up the table, do the following: 1. With the adjustable panel in the upper position, pull it rearward to position it for use as a table. The plastic side should be up. 2. Turn the knob to release the leg from the plastic side of the table and turn the leg outward.
Page 123: Sunroof
Sunroof To stop the sunroof before it is completely open, press the switch rearward again. The sunshade cannot be closed with the sunroof open. If the vehicle is equipped with a sunroof, the controls to operate it are located on the headliner above the To close the sunroof, press forward and hold the switch rearview mirror.
Page 124 ✍ NOTES 2-46...
Page 125 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Climate Controls ..........3-19 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Climate Control System .........3-19 Horn .............3-6 Outlet Adjustment .........3-23 Tilt Wheel .............3-6 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ....3-23 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-7 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ....3-24 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......3-7 Instrument Panel Cluster ........3-25 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ....3-8...
Page 126 Section 3 Instrument Panel Highbeam On Light ........3-39 Audio System(s) ..........3-66 Service All-Wheel Drive Light ......3-40 Setting the Clock ..........3-66 All-Wheel Drive Disabled Light ......3-40 Radio(s) ............3-69 Gate Ajar Light ..........3-41 Using an MP3 (Radio with CD or Six-Disc Door Ajar Light ..........3-41 CD Player) ..........3-88 Service Vehicle Soon Light ......3-41 Using an MP3 (Radio with CD and...
Page 127 ✍ NOTES...
Page 128: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 129 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Outlet Adjustment on page 3-23. K. Cruise Control on page 3-10. B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7. L. Tilt Wheel on page 3-6. C. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-25. M.
Page 130: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers (Hazard Warning Flasher): Press this button located on the instrument panel, to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press again to turn the ﬂashers off. Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn.
Page 131: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane-Change Signals An arrow on the instrument panel cluster ﬂashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. When the turn is ﬁnished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 132: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Windshield Wipers To change the headlamps from low beam to high, push the turn signal lever away from you. To change from high beam to low beam, pull the turn signal lever towards you. To ﬂash the high beams from low beam, pull the turn signal lever all the way towards you.
Page 133: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer (Off): Turns off the windshield wipers. (Mist): Move the lever all the way down to mist and release for a single wiping cycle. The windshield wipers CAUTION: stop after one wipe and the lever returns to its starting position.
Page 134: Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Cruise Control The rear wiper and rear wash buttons are located on Cruise control lets a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) the instrument panel above the audio system. or more be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
Page 135: Setting Cruise Control
Setting Cruise Control (On/Off): Press to turn the cruise control system on and off. RES+ (Resume): Press to resume a set speed and to CAUTION: accelerate the speed. SET− (Set): Press to set a speed and to decrease the If you leave your cruise control on when you are speed.
Page 136 Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control is at a set speed and the brakes are applied, this disengages the cruise control. The If the cruise control system is already engaged: instrument panel cluster light also goes out, •...
Page 137: Headlamps
Ending Cruise Control The exterior lamp control has the following positions: There are three ways to end the cruise control: AUTO (Off/Automatic Headlamps): Automatic mode turns the exterior lamps on and off depending • Step lightly on the brake pedal. upon how much light is available outside of the vehicle.
Page 138: Headlamps On Reminder
Headlamps on Reminder When the exterior lamp band is turned to the headlamp position, the low-beam headlamps come on. The other lamps that come on with the headlamps will If you open the driver’s door with the ignition off and the also come on.
Page 139: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Use the fog lamps for better visibility in foggy or misty This feature controls the brightness of the instrument conditions. panel lights. The fog lamps button is located on the instrument panel The control for this feature above the radio.
Page 140: Dome Lamp
Dome Lamp Map Lamps For vehicles with a dome lamp, move the lever to change the setting. (Off): Turns the lamp off, even when a door is open. (Door): The lamp comes on automatically when a door is opened. (On): Turns the dome lamp on. Entry Lighting The dome lamp and the cargo lamp inside the vehicle comes on when any door is opened, if the dome lamp is...
Page 141: Electric Power Management
Electric Power Management EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery. It does this by balancing the generator’s output and the vehicle’s electrical needs. It can increase The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) that engine idle speed to generate more power, whenever estimates the battery’s temperature and state of charge.
Page 142: Accessory Power Outlet(S)
Accessory Power Outlet(s) When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the installation instructions included with the equipment. The accessory power outlets can be used to connect Notice: Improper use of the power outlet can cause electrical equipment, such as a cellular phone. damage not covered by the warranty.
Page 143: Climate Controls
Climate Controls (Fan Control): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. To turn the fan off, turn the fan knob all the way counterclockwise. In any Climate Control System setting other than off, the fan runs continuously with the ignition on.
Page 144: Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning (Floor): Air is directed to the ﬂoor outlets with some air directed to the windshield. (Air Conditioning): Press to turn the air conditioning When this mode is selected, the system turns the system on or off. An indicator light comes on to show recirculation mode off.
Page 145 Using these settings together for long periods of time (Recirculation): Press to turn the recirculation may cause the air inside of the vehicle to become mode on. An indicator light comes on to show too dry. To prevent this from happening, after the air recirculation is on.
Page 146: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger For vehicles with the remote start feature, the rear defogger will automatically turn on. See Remote Keyless The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-4. remove fog from the rear window. Notice: Do not use anything sharp on the inside of The rear window defogger only works when the ignition the rear window.
Page 147: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment To change the passenger compartment air ﬁlter, use the following steps: Use the louvers located on the air outlets to change the direction of the airﬂow. Operation Tips • Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the vehicle that may block the ﬂow of air into the vehicle.
Page 148: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and 4. Remove the air inlet panel to access the ﬁlter. 5. Press the release tab on the driver’s side of the ﬁlter Indicators and pull out the edge of the ﬁlter. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 149: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, how much fuel you are using, and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically. United States version shown, Canada and GXP Model similar 3-25...
Page 150: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Trip Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both Your trip odometer is located in the Driver Information miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Center and shows how far your vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset.
Page 151: Safety Belt Reminders
Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the engine is started, a chime Safety Belt Reminder Light sounds for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt. This only occurs if When the engine is started, a chime sounds for the passenger airbag is enabled.
Page 152: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light CAUTION: There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for If the airbag readiness light stays on after the malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it problem.
Page 153: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger The vehicle has the passenger sensing system. frontal airbag.
Page 154: Charging System Light
Charging System Light Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into If this light comes on while two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can you are driving, you may still work and stop you. For good braking, though, have a problem with you need both parts working well.
Page 155 When the ignition is on, the brake light will come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on CAUTION: if your parking brake does not release fully. A chime will also sound if the parking brake is not fully released and the vehicle is moving.
Page 156: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light Warning Light For vehicles with the Your vehicle has a Antilock Brake System Traction Control System (ABS), this light comes on ® (TCS) and StabiliTrak brieﬂy when the engine warning light. is started.
Page 157: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Engine Coolant Temperature Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Warning Light This gage measures the temperature of the The engine coolant vehicle’s engine coolant. temperature warning light will come on when the engine has overheated. If this happens you should pull over and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 158: Tire Pressure Light
Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then is On Steady For vehicles with a tire This indicates that there could be a problem with the Tire pressure light, this light Pressure Monitor System. The light ﬂashes for about a comes on brieﬂy when the minute and stays on steady for the remainder of the engine is started and...
Page 159 This light should come on Notice: Modiﬁcations made to the engine, when the ignition is on, but transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the the engine is not running, vehicle or the replacement of the original tires as a check to show it with other than those of the same Tire Performance is working.
Page 160 • If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to do so, Make sure to fuel the vehicle with quality fuel. Poor stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park the vehicle. fuel quality causes the engine not to run as Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart efficiently as designed and can cause: stalling after the engine.
Page 161: Maintenance Schedule
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Oil Pressure Light Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on the vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things to know to help the vehicle pass an inspection: •...
Page 162: Change Engine Oil Light
Security Light If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not ﬂowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system For information regarding problem. this light and the vehicle’s security system, see Change Engine Oil Light Content Theft-Deterrent...
Page 163: Cruise Control Light
Cruise Control Light your vehicle. This may correct the condition. See Service Vehicle Soon Light on page 3-41 for more information. The cruise control light The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed when comes on whenever the the reduced engine power light is on, but acceleration cruise control is set.
Page 164: Service All-Wheel Drive Light
Service All-Wheel Drive Light All-Wheel Drive Disabled Light This light is located in the This light will come on center of your instrument when the rear drive system panel cluster. is overheating. This light and the SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE An ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF message will appear in the message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) will Driver Information Center (DIC) too.
Page 165: Gate Ajar Light
Gate Ajar Light Service Vehicle Soon Light If this light comes on, your This light, comes on if a liftgate is not completely condition exists that closed. Driving with requires the vehicle to be the liftgate open can cause taken in for service. carbon monoxide (CO) to enter the vehicle.
Page 166: Low Fuel Warning Light
Low Fuel Warning Light Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: • At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off This light is located in the before the gage reads full. fuel gage.
Page 167: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC also allows some features to be personalized. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-59 for more information. Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). All messages will appear in the DIC display located in DIC Operation and Displays the center of the instrument panel cluster.
Page 168 TRIP (Vehicle Information): Press this button to scroll through the vehicle information displays and to Press the trip/fuel button until TRIP displays. This personalize the feature settings on your vehicle. See display shows the current distance traveled in either “Vehicle Information Menu Items” following and miles (mi) or kilometers (km) since the last reset for the DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-59 for more trip odometer.
Page 169 RANGE Vehicle Information Menu Items Press the trip/fuel button until RANGE displays. This (Vehicle Information): Press this button to scroll display shows the approximate number of remaining through the following displays: miles (mi) or kilometers (km) the vehicle can be driven without refueling.
Page 170 Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE yourself after If the tire pressure display shows dashes instead of a each oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, be value, there may be a problem with your vehicle. If this careful not to reset the OIL LIFE accidentally at any consistently occurs, see your dealer/retailer for time other than when the oil has just been changed.
Page 171 LEARN REMOTE KEY CALIBRATE COMPAS (Compass) This display allows you to match Remote Keyless Entry Your vehicle may have this feature. The compass can (RKE) transmitters to your vehicle. To match an RKE be manually calibrated. To calibrate the compass transmitter to your vehicle: through the DIC, see DIC Compass on page 3-48.
Page 172: Dic Compass
DIC Compass Your vehicle may have a compass in the Driver Information Center (DIC). Compass Zone The zone is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory. Your dealer/retailer will set the correct zone for your location. Under certain circumstances, such as during a long distance cross-country trip or moving to a new state or province, it will be necessary to compensate for compass variance by resetting the zone through the...
Page 173: Compass Calibration
Compass Calibration To calibrate the compass, use the following procedure: Compass Calibration Procedure The compass can be manually calibrated. Only calibrate the compass in a magnetically clean and safe location, 1. Before calibrating the compass, make sure the such as an open parking lot, where driving the vehicle in compass zone is set to the variance zone in circles is not a danger.
Page 174: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF If your vehicle has the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver this message displays along with the All-Wheel that the status of the vehicle has changed and that Drive Disabled light when the rear drive system is some action may be needed by the driver to correct the overheating.
Page 175: Battery Saver Active
BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE CALIBRATION COMPLETE This message displays when the charging system detects This message displays when the compass calibration is that the battery is being drained. You may notice that the complete. See DIC Compass on page 3-48 for more vehicle attempts to reduce the drain for you by turning off information.
Page 176: Check Tire Pressure
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ENGINE HOT A/C (Air Conditioning) OFF This message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle’s tires needs to be checked. This message displays when the engine coolant This message also displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature.
Page 177: Fuel Level Low
ENGINE OVRHEATD (Overheated) FUEL LEVEL LOW STOP ENGINE This message displays and the Low Fuel Warning Light in the instrument panel cluster comes on when your Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine is vehicle is low on fuel. Reﬁll the fuel tank as soon overheating, severe engine damage may occur.
Page 178: Service Air Bag
OIL PRSSURE (Pressure) LOW STOP REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE ENGINE This message displays while you are matching a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to your vehicle. Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine See “LEARN REMOTE KEY” under DIC Operation oil pressure is low, severe engine damage may and Displays on page 3-43 for more information.
Page 179: Service Brake System
SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM If your vehicle has the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, This message displays and a chime sounds when the this message displays along with the service all-wheel brake ﬂuid level is low. The brake system warning drive light if a problem occurs with this system.
Page 180 SERVICE STABILITRAK SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM This message displays if there has been a problem This message displays if a part on the Tire Pressure ® detected with the StabiliTrak System. A warning light Monitor System (TPMS) is not working properly. The tire also appears on the instrument panel cluster.
Page 181: Service Vehicle Soon
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON Any of the following conditions may cause the ® StabiliTrak System to turn off: This message displays when a non-emissions related • ® The StabiliTrak System is turned off by pressing malfunction occurs. Have the vehicle serviced by and holding the traction control button.
Page 182: Theft Attempted
THEFT ATTEMPTED Any of the following conditions may cause the TCS to turn off: This message displays if the content theft-deterrent • The TCS is turned off by pressing the traction system has detected a break-in attempt while you were control button.
Page 183: Dic Vehicle Personalization
DIC Vehicle Personalization 3. Press the set/reset button to enter the feature settings menu. Your vehicle has personalization capabilities that allow If the menu is not available, FEATURE SETTNGS you to program certain features to one preferred (Settings): AVAILABLE IN PRK (Park) will setting.
Page 184 DISPLAY LANG. (Language) AUTO LOCK This feature allows you to select the language in which This feature allows you to select when the vehicle’s the DIC messages will appear. doors will automatically lock. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-10 for more Press the vehicle information button until DISPLAY information.
Page 185 AUTO UNLOCK REMOTE LOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not to turn This feature allows you to select the type of feedback off the automatic door unlocking feature. It also you will receive when locking the vehicle with the allows you to select which doors and when the doors Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 186: Delay Lock
DELAY LOCK NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. This feature allows you to select whether or not the To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the locking of the vehicle’s doors and liftgate will be delayed. desired setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 187 EXIT LIGHTNG (Lighting) APPRCH (Approach) LIGHTNG (Lighting) This feature allows you to select the amount of time you This feature allows you to select whether or not to have want the exterior lamps to remain on when it is dark the exterior lights turn on brieﬂy during low light enough outside.
Page 188: Remote Start
CHIME VOLUME REMOTE START This feature allows you to select the volume level of If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to turn the the chime. remote start off or on. The remote start feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using Press the vehicle information button until CHIME the RKE transmitter.
Page 189 FACTORY SETTNGS (Settings) FEATURE SETTNGS (Settings): PRESS TO EXIT This feature allows you to set all of the personalization features back to their factory default settings. This feature allows you to exit the feature settings menu. Press the vehicle information button until FACTORY Press the vehicle information button until FEATURE SETTNGS (Settings) appears on the DIC display.
Page 190: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Notice: Contact your dealer/retailer before adding any equipment. Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the Adding audio or communication equipment could following pages to become familiar with its features. interfere with the operation of the vehicle’s engine, radio, or other systems, and could damage them.
Page 191 3. While either the hour or the minutes are ﬂashing, 4. To increase the time or date, do one of the do one of the following to increase or decrease following: the time: • Press the pushbutton below the selected tab. •...
Page 192 MP3 Radio with a Six-Disc CD Player The date does not automatically display. To see the date press MENU and then softkey below the If the vehicle has a radio with a six-disc CD player, the while the radio is on. The date with display times out radio has a MENU button to set the time and date.
Page 193: Radio(S)
Radio(s) Radio with CD and DVD (MP3) Radio with CD (MP3) shown, Base Radio with CD The vehicle has one of these radios as its audio and Radio with Six-Disc CD (MP3) similar system. If the vehicle has a Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system, it has a CD/DVD radio.
Page 194: Playing The Radio
Playing the Radio The DVD player is the top slot on the radio faceplate. The player can read the DTS programmed DVD Audio or DVD Video media (DTS and DTS 2.0 are (Power/Volume): Press to turn the system on trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc.). and off.
Page 195: Finding A Station
Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations If the radio does not have XM™, up to 18 stations BAND: Press to switch between AM, FM, or XM (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM) can be programmed on (if equipped). The selection displays. the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the (Tune): Turn to select radio stations.
Page 196: Storing A Radio Station As A Favorite
Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite The number of favorites pages can be setup using the MENU button. To setup the number of favorites Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station pages, perform the following steps: favorites while the vehicle is parked. Tune to favorite 1.
Page 197 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) (Base To quickly adjust bass, midrange, or treble to the middle position, press the pushbutton positioned under the Radio with CD) BASS, MID, or TREB tab for more than two seconds. A beep sounds and the level adjusts to the middle EQ (Equalization): To adjust the bass or treble, press position.
Page 198 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Finding a Category (CAT) Station (Base Radio with CD) If the radio has XM, the CAT button can be used to ﬁnd XM stations when the radio is in the XM mode. BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance CAT (Category): To ﬁnd XM channels within a desired or fade, press the button or the...
Page 199: Cd Player)
Undesired XM categories can be removed through the Loc or Locked: This message displays when the ® setup menu. To remove an undesired category, THEFTLOCK system has locked up the radio. Take perform the following: the vehicle to your dealer/retailer for service. 1.
Page 200 Playing a CD(s) (Six-Disc CD Player) The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner. LOAD : Press to load CDs into the CD player. This CD player holds up to six CDs.
Page 201 Care of the CD and DVD Player EJECT: Press to eject CD(s). To eject the CD that is currently playing, press and release this button. A beep Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in the sounds and Ejecting Disc displays.
Page 202 RDM (Random) (Base Radio with CD): With the To play tracks from all CDs loaded in a six-disc CD random setting, CD tracks can be listened to in random, player in random order, press the pushbutton rather than sequential order. To use random, do the positioned under the RDM tab until Randomize All following: Discs displays.
Page 203 Playing a CD (In Either the DVD or If loading and reading of a CD cannot be completed, such as unknown format, etc., and the disc fails to eject, CD Slot) press and hold for more than ﬁve seconds to force the disc to eject.
Page 204 DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press to cycle through DVD, REV (Fast Reverse): Press and hold to reverse CD, or Auxiliary when listening to the radio. The playback quickly within a track. Sound is heard at DVD/CD text tab and a message showing track or a reduced volume.
Page 205: Audio Output
Audio Output CD Messages Only one audio source can be heard through the If these messages display and/or the CD comes out, it speakers at one time. An audio source is deﬁned as could be for one of the following reasons: DVD slot, CD slot, XM, FM/AM, Front Aux Jack, or Rear Optical Error: If the disc was inserted upside down.
Page 206: Playing A Dvd
Using the DVD Player Playing a DVD The DVD player is controlled by the buttons on the DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press to cycle through DVD, remote control, by the RSA system, or by the buttons CD, or Auxiliary when listening to the radio. The on the radio faceplate.
Page 207 ¨ (Power): Press to turn the radio on or off. Turn SEEK (Next Track/Chapter): Press to go to the clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease next track or chapter. This button might not work when the volume. Press and hold for more than two seconds the DVD is playing the copyright information or the turns off the entire radio and Rear Seat Entertainment previews.
Page 208 DVD-V (Video) Display Buttons (Stop): Press to stop playing, rewinding, or fast forwarding a DVD. Once a DVD-V is inserted, the radio display menu shows several tag options for DVD playing. Press the (Enter): Press to select the choices that are pushbuttons located under any desired tag option during highlighted in any menu.
Page 209: Inserting A Disc
DVD-A (Audio) Display Buttons Nav (Navigate): Press to display directional arrows for navigating through the menus. Once a DVD-A is inserted, a radio display menu shows several tag options for DVD playing. Press the (Audio Stream): Press to cycle through audio pushbuttons located under any desired tag option during steam formats located on DVD-A disc.
Page 210: Dvd Radio Error Messages
Stopping and Resuming Playback play of the disc automatically. If the RSA system is sourced to the DVD, the movie when reloaded into the To stop playing a DVD without turning off the system, DVD player begins to play again. In case loading press the button on the remote control, or press the and reading of a DVD or CD cannot be completed...
Page 211: Using The Auxiliary Input Jack
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to play a CD when a portable audio device is playing. Press again and The radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the system begins playing audio from the connected the lower right side of the faceplate.
Page 212 Using an MP3 (Radio with CD or MP3/WMA Format Six-Disc CD Player) If you burn an MP3/WMA disc on a personal computer: • Make sure the MP3/WMA ﬁles are recorded on a MP3/WMA CD-R or CD-RW Disc CD-R or CD-RW disc. •...
Page 213 • Root Directory Minimize the length of the ﬁle, folder, or playlist names. Long ﬁle, folder, or playlist names, or a The root directory of the CD-R or CD-RW is treated as a combination of a large number of ﬁles and folders, folder.
Page 214 Order of Play Preprogrammed Playlists Tracks recorded to the CD-R or CD-RW are played in Preprogrammed playlists that were created using the following order: WinAmp™, MusicMatch™, or Real Jukebox™ software can be accessed, however, they cannot be edited • Play begins from the ﬁrst track in the ﬁrst playlist using the radio.
Page 215 EJECT: Press to eject CD-R(s) or CD-RW(s). To REV (Reverse): Press and hold to reverse eject the CD-R or CD-RW that is currently playing, playback quickly within an MP3/WMA ﬁle. Sound is press and release this button. A beep sounds and heard at a reduced volume.
Page 216 To change from playback by artist to playback by album, (Music Navigator): Use the music navigator press the pushbutton located below the Sort By tab. From feature to play MP3 ﬁles on the CD-R or CD-RW in order the sort screen, push one of the buttons below the album by artist or album.
Page 217: Dvd Player)
Using an MP3 (Radio with CD and • Create a folder structure that makes it easy to ﬁnd songs while driving. Organize songs by albums DVD Player) using one folder for each album. Each folder or album should contain 18 songs or less. MP3/WMA CD-R or CD-RW Disc •...
Page 218 Root Directory Order of Play The root directory of the CD-R or CD-RW is treated as a Tracks recorded to the CD-R or CD-RW are played in folder. If the root directory has compressed audio ﬁles, the following order: the directory is displayed as F1 ROOT. All ﬁles contained •...
Page 219 Preprogrammed Playlists CD (Eject): Press and release this button to eject the CD-R or CD-RW that is currently playing in the Preprogrammed playlists that were created using bottom slot. A beep sounds and Ejecting Disc displays. WinAmp™, MusicMatch™, or Real Jukebox™ software Once the disc is ejected, Remove Disc displays.
Page 220 © ¨ RDM (Random): With the random setting, MP3/WMA SEEK : Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the ﬁles on the CD-R or CD-RW can be played in random, start of the current MP3/WMA ﬁle, if more than rather than sequential order.
Page 221 Once the disc has been scanned, the player defaults to DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press to cycle through DVD, playing MP3/WMA ﬁles in order by artist. The current CD, or Auxiliary when listening to the radio. The artist playing is shown on the second line of the display DVD/CD text tab and a message showing track or between the arrows.
Page 222: Xm Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages No Artist Info: No artist information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. XL (Explicit Language Channels): These channels, or No Title Info: No song title information is available any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request, at this time on this channel.
Page 223: Bluetooth
Voice Recognition Unknown: If this message is received when tuned to channel 0, there could be a receiver fault. Consult The Bluetooth system uses voice recognition to interpret with your dealer/retailer. voice commands to dial phone numbers and name tags. Check XM Receivr: If this message does not clear Noise: Keep interior noise levels to a minimum.
Page 224: Bluetooth Controls
Bluetooth Controls Pairing Information: • Up to ﬁve cell phones can be paired to the in-vehicle Use the buttons located on the steering wheel to Bluetooth system. operate the in-vehicle Bluetooth system. See Audio • Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-119 for more The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is information.
Page 225 Deleting a Paired Phone 4. Start the Pairing process on the cell phone that will be paired to the vehicle. Reference the cell phone 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system manufacturers user guide for information on responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. this process.
Page 226: Storing Name Tags
Storing Name Tags • If the system is unsure it recognizes the phone number, it responds with “Store” and repeats The system can store up to thirty phone numbers as the number followed by “Please say yes or no”. name tags that are shared between the Bluetooth and If the number is correct, say “Yes”.
Page 227: Deleting Name Tags
Using the Directory Command 3. Say the ﬁrst digit to be stored. The system will repeat back the digit it heard followed by a tone. The directory command lists all of the name tags stored Continue entering digits until the number to be by the system.
Page 228: Making A Call
Making a Call 3. Say the name tag to be deleted. The system responds with “Would you like to delete, Calls can be made using the following commands: <name tag>? Please say yes or no”. • • Dial If the name tag is correct, say “Yes” to delete the name tag.
Page 229: Using The Re-Dial Command
Using the Digit Dial Command 3. Say the name tag of the person to call. • If the system clearly recognizes the name tag it 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system responds with “OK, calling, <name tag>” and responds with “Ready”...
Page 230: Receiving A Call
Receiving a Call Three-Way Calling When an incoming call is received, the audio system Three-Way Calling must be supported on the Bluetooth mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle. phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work.
Page 231: Transferring A Call
Muting a Call Transferring a Call During a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can be Audio can be transferred between the in-vehicle muted so that the person on the other end of the Bluetooth system and the cell phone. call cannot hear them.
Page 232 Voice Pass-Thru Sending a Number During a Call 1. Press . The system responds with “Ready” Voice Pass-Thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone. See the cell phone followed by a tone. manufacturers user guide to see if the cell phone 2.
Page 233: Other Information
Other Information 3. Say the name tag to send. • If the system clearly recognizes the name tag it ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the responds with “OK, Sending <name tag>” and ® Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by the dial tones are sent and the call continues.
Page 234: Before Driving
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) Before Driving System The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only. The driver cannot safely view the video screen The vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment while driving and should not try to do so. (RSE) system.
Page 235 Battery Replacement The infrared transmitters are located in the display below the video screen. The headphones shut off automatically To change the batteries on the headphones, do the to save the battery power if the RSE system and RSA are following: shut off or if the headphones are out of range of the transmitters for more than three minutes.
Page 236 Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks To use the auxiliary inputs of the RSE system, connect an external auxiliary device to the color-coded A/V jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the video screen power on. If the video screen is in the DVD player mode, pressing the AUX button on the remote control switches the video screen from the DVD player mode to the auxiliary device.
Page 237: Video Screen
Audio Output Video Screen Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs may be The video screen is located in the overhead console. heard through the following possible sources: To use the video screen, do the following: • Wireless Headphones 1.
Page 238: Remote Control
Remote Control Remote Control Buttons To use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter window at the rear of the RSE overhead console and press the desired button. Direct sunlight or very bright light can affect the ability of the RSE transmitter to receive signals from the remote control.
Page 239 (Main Menu): Press this button to access the DVD (Play/Pause): Press this button to start playing a menu. The DVD menu is different on every DVD. DVD. Press this button while a DVD is playing to Use the navigation arrows to move the cursor around pause it.
Page 240 AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to switch the system (Fast Reverse): Press this button to fast reverse between the DVD player and an auxiliary source. the DVD or CD. To stop fast reversing a DVD video, press the play/pause button. To stop fast reversing a (Camera): Press this button to change camera DVD audio or CD, release the fast reverse button.
Page 241 Battery Replacement Problem Recommended Action The remote control does Check to make sure there To change the remote control batteries, do the following: not work. is no obstruction between 1. Slide the rear cover back on the remote control. the remote control and the transmitter window.
Page 242: Dvd Display Error Messages
DVD Display Error Messages Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless Check for obstructions, The DVD display error message depends on which headphone audio cuts out low batteries, reception radio the vehicle has. The video screen can display one or buzzes. range, and interference of the following: from cellular telephone...
Page 243: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
DVD Distortion Audio Steering Wheel Controls Video distortion may occur when operating cellular Vehicles with audio phones, scanners, CB radios, Global Position Systems steering wheel controls (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies. could differ depending on It may be necessary to turn off the DVD player when the vehicle’s options.
Page 244: Radio Reception
(Previous / Phone On Hook): Press to go to the previous radio station stored as a favorite, the The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, previous track if a CD/DVD is playing, to reject an especially at night. The longer range can cause station incoming call, or end a current call.
Page 245: Multi-Band Antenna
XM™ Satellite Radio Service Multi-Band Antenna XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception The multi-band antenna is located on the roof of the from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, vehicle. The antenna is used for the AM/FM radio, and in Canada.
Page 246 ✍ NOTES 3-122...
Page 247: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ....4-2 Driving at Night ..........4-14 Driving for Better Fuel Economy .......4-2 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ....4-14 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-15 Drunk Driving ..........4-3 Highway Hypnosis ........4-15 Control of a Vehicle ........4-3...
Page 248: Your Driving, The Road, And The Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Defensive Driving the Vehicle Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The ﬁrst step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt — See Safety Belts: They Driving for Better Fuel Economy Are for Everyone on page 1-12. Driving habits can affect fuel mileage.
Page 249: Drunk Driving
Drunk Driving For persons under 21, it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological, and developmental reasons for these laws. CAUTION: The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.
Page 250: Braking
Braking Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-30. mistake. The brakes might not have time to cool between Braking action involves perception time and reaction hard stops.
Page 251: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Antilock Brake System (ABS) ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel, as required, faster than any driver could. This can help the driver steer around the obstacle while This vehicle has the Antilock Brake System (ABS), braking hard. an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid.
Page 252: Brake Assist
® Braking in Emergencies StabiliTrak System ABS allows the driver to steer and brake at the same The vehicle has the StabiliTrak system, an advanced time. In many emergencies, steering can help more than computer controlled system that helps the driver even the very best braking.
Page 253: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Traction Control System (TCS) The system may be heard or felt while it is working. This is normal. This light may also come on after extended heavy braking, indicating the brakes have The vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS) that become too hot to limit wheel spin.
Page 254 TCS automatically comes on whenever the vehicle is The traction control system can be activated again by started. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road pressing the traction control button. While the traction conditions, the system should always be left on. But TCS control system is activated, the StabiliTrak/TCS warning can be turned off if needed.
Page 255: All-Wheel Drive (Awd) System
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System See Service All-Wheel Drive Light on page 3-40 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-50 for more information. If the vehicle has all-wheel drive (AWD), the AWD system operates automatically without any action The All-Wheel Drive required by the driver.
Page 256: Steering
Steering Hydraulic Power Steering (3.6L V6 Engine) Electric Power Steering If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops (3.4L V6 Engine) or the power steering system is not functioning, the vehicle can be steered but it will take more effort. If the engine stalls while driving, the power steering assist system will continue to operate until you are able to Steering Tips...
Page 257: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 258: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery Passing The vehicle’s right wheels can drop off the edge of a Passing another vehicle on a two-lane road can be road onto the shoulder while driving. dangerous. To reduce the risk of danger while passing: • Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass.
Page 259 Skidding Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, slow In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable important to slow down on slippery surfaces because care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving...
Page 260: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Night driving is more dangerous than day driving Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and because some drivers are likely to be impaired — by affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue.
Page 261: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Hydroplaning Before Leaving on a Long Trip Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having your vehicle’s tires so they actually ride on the water. This it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing. can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going Things to check on your own include: fast enough.
Page 262: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads CAUTION: Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on ﬂat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with the ignition • off is dangerous. The brakes will have to do all the Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape.
Page 263: Winter Driving
Winter Driving The Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-7 improves the ability to accelerate on slippery roads, but slow down and adjust your driving to the road Driving on Snow or Ice conditions. When driving through deep snow, turn off the traction control system to help maintain vehicle Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the motion at lower speeds.
Page 264 Blizzard Conditions CAUTION: (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, • Open a window about two inches (5 cm) on use the Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-7. the side of the vehicle that is away from the To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: wind to bring in fresh air.
Page 265: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice, Or Snow
Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. Moving about CAUTION: to keep warm also helps. If it takes some time for help to arrive, now and then If you let your vehicle’s tires spin at high speed, when you run the engine, push the accelerator pedal they can explode, and you or others could be slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle speed.
Page 266: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Loading the Vehicle Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area It is very important to know how much weight your around the front wheels. Turn off any traction or stability vehicle can carry.
Page 267 Tire and Loading Information Label the label attached below the door lock post (striker). The tire and loading information label lists the number of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. The vehicle capacity weight includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options.
Page 268 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. Locate the statement “The combined weight That weight may not safely exceed the of occupants and cargo should never exceed available cargo and luggage load capacity XXX kg or XXX lbs”...
Page 269 Example 1 Example 2 Item Description Total Item Description Total Maximum Vehicle Maximum Vehicle 1,000 lbs 1,000 lbs Capacity Weight for Capacity Weight for (453 kg) (453 kg) Example 1 = Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 300 lbs (136 kg) Weight 150 lbs 750 lbs (340 kg)
Page 270 positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle’s maximum vehicle capacity weight. Certiﬁcation Label Example 3 Item Description Total Maximum Vehicle 1,000 lbs Capacity Weight for (453 kg) Example 3 = Subtract Occupant 1,000 lbs Weight 200 lbs (453 kg)
Page 271 The Certiﬁcation/Tire label also tells you the If you put things inside your vehicle — like maximum weights for the front and rear axles, suitcases, tools, packages, or anything called the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). else — they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. To ﬁnd out the actual loads on your front and If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and...
Page 272: Towing
Towing Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing: • What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Towing Your Vehicle Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. To avoid damage, the disabled vehicle should be towed •...
Page 273 Dinghy Towing (Vehicles with a See “Dolly Towing” following. If the vehicle is all-wheel-drive, it cannot be towed with any of its 5-speed Transmission) wheels on the ground. It must be towed with a platform truck or trailer. Dinghy Towing (Vehicles with a 6-speed Transmission) Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, or even with only two of...
Page 274 If the vehicle is all-wheel-drive, it can be dinghy towed Notice: If the vehicle is towed without performing from the front. These vehicles can also be towed by each of the steps listed under “Dinghy Towing,” placing them on a platform trailer with all four wheels the automatic transmission could be damaged.
Page 275 Dolly Towing (Front-Wheel-Drive To dolly tow a front-wheel drive vehicle with a 5–speed transmission from the front with two of its wheels on Vehicles with a 5-speed Transmission) the ground: 1. Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 276 Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Dolly Towing (Front-Wheel-Drive with a 5-speed Transmission) Vehicles with a 6-speed Transmission) To tow a front-wheel-drive vehicle from the front with Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all two wheels on the ground: four wheels on the ground, or even with only two of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain 1.
Page 277 Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles 3. Shift the transmission to P (Park). with a 6-speed Transmission) 4. Firmly set the parking brake. 5. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing. 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 278 Towing the Vehicle From the Rear Notice: Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by the warranty. Never have the vehicle towed from the rear. 4-32...
Page 279: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer The vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. To identify the trailering capacity of the vehicle, read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that appears CAUTION: later in this section. Trailering is different than just driving the vehicle by The driver can lose control when pulling a trailer if itself.
Page 280: Pulling A Trailer
Pulling A Trailer Three important considerations have to do with weight: • Weight of the trailer Here are some important points: • Weight of the trailer tongue • There are many different laws, including speed limit • restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure Weight on your vehicle’s tires the rig will be legal, not only where you live but Weight of the Trailer...
Page 281: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 282: Safety Chains
Hitches Safety Chains It is important to have the correct hitch equipment. Always attach chains between the vehicle and the Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the are a few reasons why the right hitch is needed. trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch.
Page 283: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Get to know the rig before setting out for the open road. Get acquainted with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And CAUTION: always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now longer and not as responsive as the vehicle is by...
Page 284: Making Turns
Electronic Trailer Sway Control Passing Electronic Trailer Sway Control is integrated into the More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer. StabiliTrak system of the vehicle. This feature detects Because the rig is longer, it is necessary to go much the occurrence of trailer sway that may be caused by farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning to improper trailer weight balance, or excessive vehicle...
Page 285: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce the vehicle’s speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce The arrows on the instrument panel ﬂash whenever the possibility of the engine and the transmission signaling a turn or lane change.
Page 286: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: • Start the engine CAUTION: • Shift into a gear • Release the parking brake Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous.
Page 287: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Cooling System ..........5-22 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......5-3 Engine Coolant ..........5-23 California Proposition 65 Warning .....5-4 Engine Overheating ........5-29 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ..5-4 Overheated Engine Protection Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Operating Mode ........5-30 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Power Steering Fluid ........5-31...
Page 288 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Tires ..............5-51 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Tire Sidewall Labeling ........5-52 Surfaces ..........5-90 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions .....5-56 Care of Safety Belts ........5-90 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure .........5-59 Weatherstrips ..........5-90 High-Speed Operation ........5-60 Washing Your Vehicle ........5-91 Tire Pressure Monitor System ......5-61 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .....5-91...
Page 289: Service
Service Accessories and Modiﬁcations When non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added For service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer. to the vehicle, they can affect vehicle performance and You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and safety, including such things as airbags, braking, stability, supported service people.
Page 290: California Proposition 65 Warning
California Proposition 65 Warning Doing Your Own Service Work Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause CAUTION: cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many ﬂuids, and some You can be injured and the vehicle could be component wear by-products contain and/or emit...
Page 291: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of The Vehicle
Fuel If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can. To order Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper service manual, see Service Publications the proper maintenance of this vehicle.
Page 292: Gasoline Octane
Gasoline Octane Gasoline Speciﬁcations If the vehicle has the 3.4L V6 engine (VIN Code F), use At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM speciﬁcation regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating D 4814 in the United States or CAN/CGSB-3.5 or 3.511 in of 87 or higher.
Page 293: Additives
Additives Notice: This vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuel To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. are now required to contain additives that help prevent That damage would not be covered under the vehicle engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing...
Page 294: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off the engine when you are refueling.
Page 295 When replacing the fuel cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The diagnostic CAUTION: system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
Page 296: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the An electric fan under the hood can start up and container can ignite the fuel vapor. You can be injure you even when the engine is not running.
Page 297: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle, to the left of the brake pedal. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and move the secondary hood release lever to the right.
Page 298: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3.4L V6, here is what you will see: 5-12...
Page 299 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air F. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting on Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20. page 5-37. B. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” G. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. See Engine Coolant on under Engine Oil on page 5-15.
Page 300 When you open the hood on the 3.6L V6, here is what you will see: 5-14...
Page 301: Engine Oil
Engine Oil A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20. Checking Engine Oil B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (Out of View). See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-31. It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you C.
Page 302: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine oil ﬁll cap. If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the SAE 5W-30 may not dipstick, add at least one quart/liter of the recommended appear on all caps.
Page 303: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use • American Petroleum Institute (API) starburst symbol Oils meeting these Look for three things: requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certiﬁed by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
Page 304: Cold Temperature Operation
Cold Temperature Operation Engine Oil Life System If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature When to Change Engine Oil falls below −20°F (−29°C), use either an SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 engine oil. Both provide This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low to change the engine oil and ﬁlter.
Page 305: How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life What to Do with Used Oil System Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Page 306: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter, do the following: The engine air cleaner/ﬁlter is located in the engine 1. Turn off the engine. compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location.
Page 307 7. Reinstall the ﬁlter cover and latch the clamps. 8. Reattach the air outlet duct and tighten the screws on the clamps that hold the duct in place. 9. Reconnect the air ﬂow sensor electrical connector. CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off can cause you or others to be burned.
Page 308: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid Cooling System It is not necessary to check the transmission ﬂuid level. The Cooling System allows the engine to maintain the A transmission ﬂuid leak is the only reason for ﬂuid loss. correct working temperature. If a leak occurs, take your vehicle to the dealer/retailer and have it repaired as soon as possible.
Page 309: Engine Coolant
® Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator CAUTION: corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner, at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst. Any repairs An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 310: What To Use
What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and ® DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, nothing else needs to be added. This mixture: Gives freezing protection down to −34°F (−37°C), • CAUTION: outside temperature. • Gives boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C), Adding only plain water to the cooling system can engine temperature.
Page 311: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant Notice: If an improper coolant mixture is used, the engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking The repair cost would not be covered by the vehicle the coolant level. warranty.
Page 312 How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank CAUTION: CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot under pressure, and if you turn the coolant surge engine parts.
Page 313 ® If coolant is needed, add the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the coolant surge tank. 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Page 314 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight. 6. After driving the vehicle, check the level in the surge tank again when the cooling system has cooled down. If the coolant is not at the proper level, repeat Steps 1 through 3 and reinstall the pressure cap.
Page 315: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating. You will ﬁnd a coolant temperature gage on your CAUTION: vehicle’s instrument panel. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-33. There are also several different types of engine overheating messages that Steam from an overheated engine can burn you may be displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Page 316: If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment
If No Steam Is Coming From The If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park the vehicle right away. Engine Compartment If there is no sign of steam, idle the engine for three If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam minutes while parked.
Page 317: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering ﬂuid, do the following: See Engine Compartment 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment Overview on page 5-12 for cool down. reservoir location. 2.
Page 318: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow What to Use the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. When you need windshield or rear window washer ﬂuid • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. be sure to read the instructions before use. If you will be Water can cause the solution to freeze and operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature damage your washer ﬂuid tank and other parts...
Page 319: Brakes
Brakes Do not top off the brake ﬂuid. Adding ﬂuid does not correct a leak. If ﬂuid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much ﬂuid when new brake Brake Fluid linings are installed. Add or remove brake ﬂuid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake The brake master cylinder hydraulic system.
Page 320 What to Add Notice: • Using the wrong ﬂuid can badly damage brake Use only new DOT-3 brake ﬂuid from a sealed hydraulic system parts. For example, just a container. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine page 6-11.
Page 321: Brake Adjustment
Brake Wear Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning the proper sequence to torque speciﬁcations in sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 5-103.
Page 322: Battery
Vehicle Storage When parts of the braking system are replaced — for example, when the brake linings wear down and new ones are installed — be sure to get new approved replacement parts. If this is not done, the brakes might CAUTION: not work properly.
Page 323: Jump Starting
Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the warranty. If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it vehicle.
Page 324 Notice: If you leave the radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the warranty. Always turn off the radio and other accessories when jump starting the vehicle. 3.
Page 325 3.4L V6 Engine 3.6L V6 Engine The remote negative (−) terminal is located in the front of the engine compartment, near the engine oil dipstick. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on the location of the remote positive (+) terminal and the engine oil dipstick.
Page 326 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not An electric fan can start up even when the engine need to add water to the battery installed in your is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, new vehicle.
Page 327 6. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or 9. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the missing insulation. If they do, you could get a negative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one.
Page 328: All-Wheel Drive
Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may the following: occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the not be covered by your warranty.
Page 329: How To Check Lubricant
How to Check Lubricant PTU for 3.6 L V6 Model PTU for 3.4 L V6 Model A. Fill Plug B. Drain Plug To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant.
Page 330: Rear Drive Module
What to Use How to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-11. Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module) When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it.
Page 331: Headlamp Aiming
What to Use Bulb Replacement Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluids Replacement Bulbs on page 5-49. and Lubricants on page 6-11. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer/retailer.
Page 332: Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, And Parking Lamps
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-11. A. Sidemarker Lamp B. Parking/Turn Signal Lamp C. Low/High-Beam/DRL Headlamp 4. Pull the locking tab back on the bulb socket and push the release tab in to release the wiring harness.
Page 333: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps And Back-Up Lamps
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps 5. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket. 6. Push the new bulb into the socket and reinstall the and Back-up Lamps socket into the headlamp assembly by turning it clockwise. 7. Reconnect the electrical connector. 8.
Page 334 5. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove the bulb socket from the taillamp assembly. 6. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket. 7. Push the new bulb straight into the bulb socket until it clicks. 8. Insert the bulb socket into the taillamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure.
Page 335: License Plate Lamp
License Plate Lamp 4. Push the new bulb in and turn clockwise to lock into place. To replace one of these bulbs: 5. Push and turn the license plate lamp up through the liftgate opening. 1. Remove the two screws holding each of the license plate lamps to the liftgate handle.
Page 336: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-13.
Page 337: Tires
Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever • Underinﬂated tires pose the same danger have questions about your tire warranty and where as overloaded tires. The resulting accident to obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty could cause serious injury.
Page 338: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling (A) Tire Size The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, Useful information about a tire is molded into its and service description. See the “Tire Size” sidewall.
Page 339 (E) Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5-70.
Page 340 (B) Tire Ply Material The type of cord and (E) Tire Inﬂation The temporary use tire or number of plies in the sidewall and under the compact spare tire should be inﬂated to 60 psi tread. (420 kPa). For more information on tire pressure and inﬂation see Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on (C) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN) The letters...
Page 341 Tire Size (C) Aspect Ratio A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. The following illustration shows an example of a For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60, as typical passenger vehicle tire size. shown in item C of the illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide.
Page 342: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat Air Pressure The amount of air inside the from driving.
Page 343 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an Occupant Distribution Designated seating asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward positions. when mounted on a vehicle. Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an Kilopascal (kPa) The metric unit for air pressure. asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle.
Page 344 Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread are determined by tire manufacturers using and the bead. government testing procedures. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to Tire Quality Grading on page 5-70.
Page 345: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure A vehicle speciﬁc Tire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle. This label shows your vehicle’s original equipment tires and the Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to correct inﬂation pressures for your tires when they operate effectively.
Page 346: How To Check
How to Check High-Speed Operation Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly CAUTION: inﬂated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inﬂated even when they are under-inﬂated.
Page 347: Tire Pressure Monitor System
Tire Pressure Monitor System If your vehicle has P235/50R18 size tires, they will require inﬂation pressure adjustment when driving your vehicle at speeds of 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher. Set The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses radio the cold inﬂation pressure to the maximum inﬂation and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels.
Page 348 Federal Communications Commission Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to (FCC) and Industry and Science Canada maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inﬂation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) operates TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Page 349: Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is ﬁrst started, and then turn off as you start to drive. This could be an early This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System indicator that the air pressure in the tire(s) are getting (TPMS).
Page 350: Tpms Malfunction Light And Message
TPMS Malfunction Light and Message • Replacement tires or wheels do not match your vehicle’s original equipment tires or wheels. Tires The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the and wheels other than those recommended for your TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable.
Page 351 The TPMS sensors can also be matched to each tire/ 5. Remove the valve cap from the valve cap stem. wheel position by increasing or decreasing the tire’s air Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or pressure. If increasing the tire’s air pressure, do not decreasing the tire’s air pressure for ﬁve seconds, exceed the maximum inﬂation pressure indicated on the or until a horn chirp sounds.
Page 352: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation We recommend that you regularly inspect your vehicle’s tires, including the spare tire, for signs of wear or damage. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-67 for more information. Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km).
Page 353: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5-63. Various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions, tightened.
Page 354: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires You need new tires if any of the following statements are true: GM has developed and matched speciﬁc tires for • You can see the indicators at three or more places your vehicle. The original equipment tires installed around the tire.
Page 355 GM recommends replacing tires in sets of four. This is because uniform tread depth on all tires will CAUTION: help keep your vehicle performing most like it did when the tires were new. Replacing less than a full set of tires can affect the braking and handling If you use bias-ply tires on the vehicle, the performance of your vehicle.
Page 356: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Different Size Tires and Wheels Uniform Tire Quality Grading If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than Quality grades can be found where applicable on your original equipment wheels and tires, this could the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and affect the way your vehicle performs, including its maximum section width.
Page 357 Treadwear Traction – AA, A, B, C The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, on the wear rate of the tire when tested under A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s controlled conditions on a speciﬁed government ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under test course.
Page 358: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C WARNING: The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat The temperature grade for this tire is when tested under controlled conditions on a established for a tire that is properly inﬂated speciﬁed indoor laboratory test wheel.
Page 359: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Replacement CAUTION: Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
Page 360: Tire Chains
Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains CAUTION: CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on the vehicle is dangerous. Do not use tire chains. There is not enough You cannot know how it has been used or how clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without far it has been driven.
Page 361: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat CAUTION: It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do slowly.
Page 362: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire CAUTION: (Continued) If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard To be even more certain the vehicle will not move, warning ﬂashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6.
Page 363: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools If your vehicle has the rear compartment storage panel/cover, you will have to remove it to access the load ﬂoor. See Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover on page 2-42 for more information. To access the spare tire and tools: 2.
Page 364: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and 5. Remove the wing-bolt holding the jack and Installing the Spare Tire then remove it. Take off the wheel cover or center cap, if the vehicle has one, to reach the wheel bolts. 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-76 for more information.
Page 365 5. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt head and turn the wheel wrench clockwise. That will raise the lift head a little. 6. Place the jack near the ﬂat tire. Notice: Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle.
Page 366 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even With the jack head positioned correctly on the metal...
Page 367 CAUTION: Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, it is designed only for changing a ﬂat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack.
Page 368 10. Remove all of the wheel nuts. CAUTION: 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 369 12. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare wheel. 13. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. 15. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle CAUTION: counterclockwise. Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose.
Page 370 16. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross CAUTION: sequence, as shown. Incorrect or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to a crash. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 371: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and 3. Install the jack in the left side panel of cargo Tools area and secure with the wing bolt. CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury.
Page 372 7. Place the ﬂat, or damaged tire, face down, on the load ﬂoor with the threaded wheel stow rod sticking up through the center hole of the wheel. 8. Install the nut onto the wheel stow rod and tighten. 9. Install the rear compartment storage panel/cover in the middle position.
Page 373: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles. And do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with Although the compact spare tire was fully inﬂated when other wheels or tires. They will not ﬁt. Keep the the vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
Page 374 Lighter colored interiors may require more frequent Products that remove odors from the vehicle’s cleaning. Use care because newspapers and garments upholstery and clean the vehicle’s glass can be obtained that transfer color to home furnishings may also from your dealer/retailer. transfer color to the vehicle’s interior.
Page 375: Fabric/Carpet
Fabric/Carpet If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary. When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used, test a small Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment hidden area for colorfastness ﬁrst.
Page 376: Instrument Panel, Vinyl, And Other Plastic Surfaces
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Care of Safety Belts Plastic Surfaces Keep belts clean and dry. A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a clean CAUTION: soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt.
Page 377: Washing Your Vehicle
Washing Your Vehicle Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely. If they are allowed to dry on the surface, they could stain. The best way to preserve the vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it clean by washing it often.
Page 378: Finish Care
Finish Care Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by their luster. Washing with water is all that is usually hand may be necessary to remove residue from needed.
Page 379: Aluminum Or Chrome-Plated Wheels And Trim
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle. Do not use strong soaps, and Trim chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated them because they could damage the surface.
Page 380: Tires
Tires Underbody Maintenance To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the products on the vehicle may damage the paint ﬁnish underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, and/or tires.
Page 381: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Engine Identiﬁcation The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code helps identify the vehicle’s engine, speciﬁcations, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) and replacement parts. See “Engine Speciﬁcations” under Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 5-103 for your vehicle’s engine code.
Page 382: Electrical System
Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from Add-On Electrical Equipment short circuits by fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload and ﬁre caused by electrical problems. Notice: Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle unless you check with your dealer/retailer The vehicle has an underhood fuse block and an ﬁrst.
Page 383 Remove the console cover to access the fuse block. Fuses Usage Sunroof, Inside Rear View Mirror, Compass Rear Seat Entertainment Rear Wiper Liftgate 5-97...
Page 384 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Airbags Ignition Switch Heated Seats Body Control Module Driver Side Turn Signal Communications Integration Module Door Locks Center High-Mounted Stoplamp, Dimmer Automatic Occupant Sensing Module Interior Lights Power Mirrors Relays Usage Passenger Side Turn Signal RAP RLY Retained Accessory Power Relay Ampliﬁer REAR DEFOG...
Page 385: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Engine Compartment Fuse Block To remove the fuse block cover, release the rear of the cover ﬁrst, by unlocking both of the tabs in the back. Then lift the cover off. Do not lift the front of the cover The engine compartment fuse block is located on the until the tabs at the rear have been unlocked.
Page 386 Fuses Usage Cooling Fan 2 Cooling Fan 1 Auxiliary Power Rear HVAC Spare Sun Roof Antilock Brake System Air Conditioning Clutch Driver Side Low-Beam Daytime Running Lamp 2 Passenger Side High-Beam Passenger Side Park Lamp Horn Driver Side Park Lamp Starter Electronic Throttle Control, Engine Control Module...
Page 387 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Powertrain Control Module, Ignition Fuel Pump Transmission Not Used Mass Airﬂow Sensor All-Wheel Drive Airbag Display Regulated Voltage Control Spare Passenger Side Trailer Stoplamp, Turn Signal Stoplamp Spare Passenger Side Low-Beam Front, Rear Washer Driver Side High-Beam Rear Defogger Battery Main 3 Antilock Brake System Motor...
Page 388 Relays Usage Crank Fan 1 Passenger Side Trailer Stoplamp, Turn Signal Driver Side Trailer Stoplamp, Turn Signal When changing relays, observe the location of the notch on the old relay. Install new relays with the notch Fan 3 in the same location. Fan 2 Relays Usage...
Page 389: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-11 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a under the hood.
Page 390 Capacities Application English Metric Fuel Tank Front-Wheel Drive 20.5 gal 77.6 L All-Wheel Drive 16.6 gal 62.8 L Transmission Fluid Automatic 5-Speed AF33 Transmission 4.1 qt 3.9 L Automatic 6-Speed 6T70 Transmission 9.5 qt 9.0 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate.
Page 391 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 Owner Checks and Services ......6-8 Introduction ...........6-2 At Each Fuel Fill ..........6-8 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 At Least Once a Month ........6-9 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-9 Using the Maintenance Schedule ......6-3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-11 Scheduled Maintenance ........6-4...
Page 392: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, Introduction replacement parts, and recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and to keep this vehicle in good working condition. change as recommended.
Page 393: Using The Maintenance Schedule
Using the Maintenance Schedule CAUTION: We want to help keep this vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You might drive very short distances only a few times Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be a week.
Page 394: Scheduled Maintenance
The proper replacement parts, ﬂuids, and lubricants to If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants service the vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since on page 6-11 and Maintenance Replacement Parts on the last service.
Page 395 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 5-15. Reset oil life system. • • See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-18. An Emission Control Service. • • Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (k). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 396: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000)
Page 397: Maintenance Footnotes
Maintenance Footnotes (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and safety belt assemblies are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see (a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc.
Page 398: Engine Oil Level Check
At Each Fuel Fill (i) Drain, ﬂush, and reﬁll cooling system. This service can be complex; you should have your dealer/retailer perform this service. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 It is important to perform these underhood checks at for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, each fuel ﬁll.
Page 399: At Least Once A Month
At Least Once a Month At Least Once a Year Tire Inﬂation Check Starter Switch Check Inspect the vehicle’s tires and make sure they are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to CAUTION: check the spare tire. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-59.
Page 400: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Ignition Transmission Lock Check Control System Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position. • The ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF only CAUTION: when the shift lever is in P (Park).
Page 401: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, Lubricants set the parking brake. • To check the parking brake’s holding ability: Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part With the engine running and the transmission number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your in N (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from...
Page 402 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Hydraulic With 3.4L V6 engine: VERSATRAK GM Power Steering Fluid Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12378514, (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, System (3.6L in Canada 88901045). in Canada 89021186). Transfer Case V6 engine only) With 3.6L V6 engine: SAE 75W-90 (Power Synthetic Axle Lubricant...
Page 403: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 22676970 A1627C Engine Oil Filter 3.4L V6 Engine 25010792 PF47 3.6L V6 Engine 89017524 PF48 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element...
Page 404: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing 3.6L V6 Engine 3.4L V6 Engine 6-14...
Page 405: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record 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. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
Page 406 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-16...
Page 407 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-17...
Page 408 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-18...
Page 409: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information ....7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-15 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the Online Owner Center ........7-5 United States Government ......7-15 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Users ............7-6 Government ..........7-15 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-6...
Page 410: Customer Assistance And Information
Information cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, in the U.S., call the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-762-2737. In Canada, call General Customer Satisfaction Procedure Motors of Canada Customer Communication Centre at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 411 STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both General Motors You can contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the and your dealer are committed to making sure you are toll-free telephone number or write them at the following completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, if address: you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the BBB Auto Line Program...
Page 412 STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that For further information concerning eligibility in the you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call the General Motors General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware Customer Communication Centre, 1-800-263-3777...
Page 413: Online Owner Center
• Online service and maintenance records • My Dealers/Retailers: Save details such as address • Find Pontiac dealers for service nationwide and phone number for each of your preferred GM • dealers/retailers. Exclusive privileges and offers •...
Page 414: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Pontiac encourages customers to call the toll-free Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. number for assistance. However, if a customer wishes to write or e-mail Pontiac, the letter should be addressed to: Mexico, Central America and United States — Customer Assistance...
Page 415: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
GM Mobility Reimbursement Roadside Assistance Program Program For U.S. purchased vehicles, call 1-800-ROADSIDE (762-3743); (Text telephone (TTY): 1-888-889-2438). For Canadian purchased vehicles, call 1-800-268-6800. Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calling for Assistance When calling Roadside Assistance, have the following This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can information ready: reimburse you up to $1,000 of the cost of eligible...
Page 416: Services Provided
Coverage • Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway: Tow to the nearest Pontiac dealer for Services are provided up to 5 years/ warranty service, or if the vehicle was in a crash 100,000 miles (160 000 km), whichever and cannot be driven.
Page 417 Services Not Included in Roadside • Trip Interruption Beneﬁts and Assistance: Must be over 250 kilometres from where your trip was Assistance started to qualify. General Motors of Canada Limited • requires pre-authorization, original detailed receipts, Impound towing caused by violation of any laws. and a copy of the repair orders.
Page 418: Scheduling Service Appointments
Scheduling Service Appointments Several courtesy transportation options are available to assist in reducing your inconvenience when warranty repairs are required. When your vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealer/retailer and request an appointment. Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle By scheduling a service appointment and advising your Limited Warranty.
Page 419: Additional Program Information
Public Transportation or Fuel provincial, local, and rental vehicle provider requirements. Requirements vary and may include minimum age Reimbursement requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc. If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may and public transportation is used instead of the dealer’s also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, shuttle service, the expense must be supported by...
Page 420: Collision Damage Repair
Collision Damage Repair part, may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle’s originally designed appearance and safety performance, however, the history of these parts is not If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is known. Such parts are not covered by your GM New damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualiﬁed Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures technician using the proper equipment and quality...
Page 421: Insuring Your Vehicle
Insuring Your Vehicle If a Crash Occurs Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with Here is what to do if you are involved in a crash. comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. • Check to make sure that you are all right. If you There are signiﬁcant differences in the quality of are uninjured, make sure that no one else in coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms.
Page 422 • Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone Process number, driver’s license number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), insurance company and GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair.
Page 423: Reporting Safety Defects
General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Call 1-800-762-2737, or write: Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to safercar.gov; Pontiac Customer Assistance Center or write to: P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232-5172 Administrator, NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E.
Page 424: P.o. Box
Service Publications Ordering Current and Past Model Order Forms Information Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request Service Manuals an order form, specify year and model name of the vehicle. Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
Page 425: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
Vehicle Data Recording and Event Data Recorders Privacy This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag computers that record information about the vehicle’s deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist performance and how it is driven.
Page 426: Onstar
Navigation System To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, If your vehicle has a navigation system, use of other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the the system may result in the storage of destinations, special equipment, can read the information if they addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip...
Page 427 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ....5-93 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......5-3 Care of Safety Belts ........5-90 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-18 Chemical Paint Spotting ....... 5-94 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....5-91 Vehicle ............1-72 Fabric/Carpet ..........
Page 428 Automatic Headlamp System ......3-14 Bulb Replacement (cont.) Automatic Transmission License Plate Lamps ........5-49 Fluid ............5-22 Replacement Bulbs ........5-49 Operation ........... 2-22, 2-25 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ........5-47 Buying New Tires ........... 5-68 Battery ............
Page 429 Check Cleaning (cont.) Engine Lamp ..........3-34 Washing Your Vehicle ........5-91 Checking Things Under the Hood ...... 5-10 Weatherstrips ..........5-90 Chemical Paint Spotting ........5-94 Windshield and Wiper Blades ......5-92 Child Restraints Climate Control System ........3-19 Child Restraint Systems .......
Page 430 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Driver Customer Assistance Offices ......7-6 Seat Height Adjuster ........1-3 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..... 7-2 Driver Information Center (DIC) ......3-43 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ....7-7 DIC Operation and Displays ......3-43 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ..7-15 DIC Vehicle Personalization ......
Page 431 Electronic Immobilizer ® PASS-Key III+ ........... 2-16 Filter Electronic Immobilizer Operation ® Engine Air Cleaner ........5-20 PASS-Key III+ ........... 2-17 Finish Damage ..........5-94 Engine Flashers, Hazard Warning ........3-6 Air Cleaner/Filter ......... 5-20 Flash-to-Pass ........... 3-8 Change Engine Oil Light ....... 3-38 Flat Tire ............
Page 432 Fuel (cont.) Filling the Tank ..........5-8 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries ......5-7 Head Restraints ..........1-7 Gage ............3-41 Headlamp Gasoline Octane ........... 5-6 Aiming ............5-45 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-6 Headlamps ............ 3-13 Low Warning Light ........
Page 433 Lamps Cargo ............3-16 Ignition Positions ..........2-19 Dome ............3-16 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ....1-35 Map ............3-16 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ........5-59 Lap-Shoulder Belt ........... 1-26 Instrument Panel LATCH System for Child Restraints ....1-44 Brightness ..........
Page 434 Light (cont.) Low Fuel Warning Light ........3-42 Safety Belt Reminders ........3-27 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ..... 1-44 Security ............. 3-38 Luggage Carrier ..........2-40 Service All-Wheel-Drive ........ 3-40 Lumbar Service Vehicle Soon ........3-41 Manual Controls ..........1-4 TCS Warning Light ........
Page 435 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ....... 3-34 Manual Lumbar Controls ........1-4 Change Engine Oil Light ....... 3-38 Manual Reclining Seatbacks ....... 1-5 Engine ............5-15 Manual Seats ........... 1-2 Pressure Light ..........3-37 Map Lamps ............ 3-16 Oil, Engine Oil Life System ......5-18 Message Older Children, Restraints ........
Page 436 Parking Over Things That Burn ......... 2-33 Radio Frequency Identiﬁcation (RFID), Privacy ..7-18 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ..... 3-29 Radio(s) ............3-69 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ..... 3-23 Radios Passenger Sensing System ......1-66 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Passing ............4-12 ®...
Page 437 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Safety Belts (cont.) Spare Tire ..........5-78 Safety Belt Extender ........1-31 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ....5-77 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ....1-31 Replacement Bulbs ......... 5-49 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ....... 1-12 Replacement Parts, Maintenance ......
Page 438 Service (cont.) Storage Areas Doing Your Own Work ........5-4 Center Console Storage Area ......2-40 Engine Soon Lamp ........3-34 Convenience Net ......... 2-44 Publications Ordering Information ....7-16 Cupholders ..........2-40 Vehicle Soon Light ........3-41 Glove Box ..........2-40 Service, Scheduling Appointments .....
Page 439 Tilt Wheel ............3-6 Towing Time, Setting ..........3-66 Recreational Vehicle ........4-26 Tire Towing a Trailer .......... 4-33 Pressure Light ..........3-34 Your Vehicle ..........4-26 Tires ............. 5-51 Traction Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels, Control System (TCS) ........4-7 Cleaning ..........
Page 440 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ....7-17 Where to Put the Restraint ....... 1-42 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Windows ............2-13 Number (VIN) ..........5-95 Power ............2-14 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ....5-95 Windshield Vehicle Personalization Washer ............3-9 DIC ............3-59 Washer Fluid ..........

Pontiac Torrent 2009 Owner's Manual

Section 1 Seats and Restraint System

Seats and Restraint System

Front Seats

Child Restraints

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Onstar System

Storage Areas

Sunroof

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

All-Wheel Drive

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Quick Links

Chapters

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