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2012 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual

In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-3

Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20

Keys, Doors, and

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15

Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1

Additional Storage Features . . . 4-4

Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-22

Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25

Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-29

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6

Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13

Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23

I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1

Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1

Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-14

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-22

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25

Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-27

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-39

Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-45

Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-25

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-25

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30

Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-38

Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-76

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-79

Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-82

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Page 1 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2012 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 Technical Data ....12-1 OnStar ..... . . 14-1 General Information .
Page 3 à l'adresse the features found on your vehicle. this manual including, but not limited suivante: For vehicles first sold in Canada, to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, substitute the name General Helm, Incorporated the CHEVROLET Emblem, Motors of Canada Limited for P.O.
Page 4: Index
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and These mean there is something the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other back of the manual.
Page 5: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Cruise Control : Oil Pressure Here are some additional symbols : Engine Coolant Temperature : Power that may be found on the vehicle : Exterior Lamps : Remote Vehicle Start and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to : Fog Lamps : Safety Belt Reminders...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 7: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Mirror Adjustment ... . 1-11 Performance and Maintenance Steering Wheel Traction Control Adjustment ....1-11 System (TCS) .
Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 9: Initial Drive Information
In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 9. Steering Wheel Adjustment on Initial Drive page 5 2 (Out of View). B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. Information See Turn and Lane-Change M. Horn on page 5 3. Signals on page 6 4. This section provides a brief N.
Page 10: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief When the vehicle starts, the parking Press and hold for more than lamps will turn on and remain on as two seconds to sound the panic long as the engine is running. The alarm. doors will be locked and the climate Press again to cancel the panic control system may come on.
Page 11: Trunk Release
In Brief Door Locks Trunk Release Emergency Trunk Release Handle To open the trunk from the outside, Manual Locks press the trunk release button on From inside the vehicle move the the RKE transmitter. manual lock control to unlock or lock Remote Trunk Release a door.
Page 12 In Brief Windows Express-Down Window Seat Adjustment The driver window has an Manual Seats express-down feature. This switch is labeled AUTO. Press the front all Seat Position the way down and release, to automatically lower. To stop the window while it is lowering, pull the front of the switch momentarily.
Page 13 In Brief Height Adjustment Seatback Adjustment To return the seatback to the upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Page 14 In Brief Power Seats See Power Seat Adjustment on Lumbar Adjustment page 3 4. Seat Position Seatback Adjustment A. Increase Lumbar Support Control To adjust a power seat, if available: B. Decrease Lumbar Support To adjust a power seatback, Move the seat forward or Control if equipped: rearward by sliding the control...
Page 15: Second Row Seats
In Brief Second Row Seats Push and pull on the seatback to be Press the top of the switch again to sure it is locked in position. Make go to the low heat setting. The With this feature, either side of the sure that the safety belts are indicator light 1 will be lit.
Page 16: Passenger Sensing System
1-10 In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag under United States certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by this. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started.
Page 17: Mirror Adjustment
In Brief 1-11 Mirror Adjustment 2. Press one of the four arrows To turn the automatic dimming located on the control pad to feature off or on, press and Exterior Mirrors move the mirror to the desired hold for approximately direction.
Page 18: Exterior Lighting
1-12 In Brief To adjust the steering wheel: Reading Lamps Exterior Lighting 1. Pull the lever down. The front reading lamps are located in the front overhead console. The 2. Move the steering wheel up rear reading lamps are near the or down.
Page 19 In Brief 1-13 For more information, see: Windshield Wiper/Washer The amount of delay time varies between wiping cycles due to the Exterior Lamp Controls on delay setting selected or the speed page 6 1. of the vehicle. As vehicle speed is Delayed Headlamps on increased or decreased, the wiper page 6 4.
Page 20: Climate Controls
1-14 In Brief Climate Controls A. Fan Control E. Air Delivery Mode Control B. Air Recirculation Air Conditioning C. Temperature Control G. Rear Window Defogger D. Outside Air See Climate Control Systems on page 8 1 (If Equipped). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 21 In Brief 1-15 Automatic Climate Control System (If Equipped) Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) This position allows you to change gears similar to a manual transmission. To use this feature: 1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) rearward to M (Manual).
Page 22: Vehicle Features
1-16 In Brief Vehicle Features : Seek or scan stations. : For vehicles with XM, MP3, Radio(s) WMA, or RDS features, press to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM station; or CD, MP3, WMA song. Song title information will be displayed on the top line of the display while the artist information will be displayed on the bottom line,...
Page 23: Usb Port
In Brief 1-17 station frequency tabs and by using 4. Press the softkey located below Portable Audio Devices the radio FAV button. Press FAV to any one of the tabs that you (Auxiliary Input or go through up to six pages of want to change.
Page 24 1-18 In Brief The Bluetooth enabled cell phone Cruise Control : Increases or decreases must be paired with the Bluetooth volume. system before it can be used in the : Press to change vehicle. Not all phones will support radio stations, select tracks on a all functions.
Page 25: Driver Information Center
In Brief 1-19 For more information, see Cruise INFO: Press to scroll through the Power Outlets Control on page 9 31. vehicle information displays. Accessory power outlets can be : Press to reset some vehicle used to plug in electrical equipment, Driver Information information displays, select a such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
Page 26: Maintenance
1-20 In Brief Performance and Electronic Stability Tire Pressure Monitor Control (ESC) Maintenance This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The Electronic Stability Control Traction Control system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult System (TCS) driving conditions.
Page 27: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
In Brief 1-21 The TPMS does not replace normal Engine Oil Life System Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) monthly tire maintenance. It is the The engine oil life system calculates Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge driver s responsibility to maintain engine oil life based on vehicle use and a yellow fuel cap can use either correct tire pressures.
Page 28: Onstar Overview
Keep vehicle tires properly Mexico: 01-800-466-0800 and more. inflated. As the owner of a new Chevrolet, Sign up today at: Combine several trips into a you are automatically enrolled in the single trip. U.S.: chevrolet.com (click on Roadside Assistance program.
Page 29 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Doors Interior Mirrors Trunk ......2-9 Manual Rearview Mirror ..2-14 Windows Automatic Dimming Rearview Vehicle Security...
Page 30: Keys And Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks If the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may have to be damaged to get them out. Always Keys carry a spare key. If locked out of your vehicle, contact WARNING Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S.
Page 31: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows If there is a decrease in the RKE Keep in mind that other conditions, If enabled through the Driver operating range: such as those previously stated, can Information Center (DIC), the impact the performance of the remote lock feedback can be Check the distance.
Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows The high beam headlamps, parking headlamps and turn signals flash for When replacing the lamps, and back up lamps may battery, do not touch any of the 30 seconds. Press again to circuitry on the transmitter. Static come on each time is pressed.
Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Insert the new battery, positive doing so. Check local regulations for To start the vehicle using the remote side facing up. Replace with a any requirements on remote starting start feature: CR2032 or equivalent battery. of vehicles.
Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows Turn on the hazard warning The hazard warning flashers If it is the first remote start since the flashers. are on. vehicle has been driven, repeat the previous steps, while the engine is Turn the ignition switch out of The check engine light is on.
Page 35: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Locks Power Door Locks WARNING (Continued) WARNING injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the Unlocked doors can be vehicle whenever leaving it. dangerous. Outsiders can easily enter Passengers, especially through an unlocked door children, can easily open the when you slow down or stop doors and fall out of a moving...
Page 36: Door Ajar Reminder
Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Ajar Reminder press the lock button on the remote Lockout Protection keyless entry transmitter or the A chime will sound and the If you press the power door lock power door lock switch a second appropriate door message will switch when the key is in the time.
Page 37: Trunk
Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors WARNING (Continued) Trunk Adjust the Climate Control System to a setting that brings in only outside air and WARNING set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Climate Exhaust gases can enter the Control Systems in the vehicle if it is driven with the Index.
Page 38 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Trunk Release Emergency Trunk Release The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a Handle person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling them to open the trunk from the inside. There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the trunk latch.
Page 39: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Vehicle Security Disarming the System To disarm the system: This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make Press the RKE transmitter it impossible to steal. unlock button. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN. Anti-theft Alarm System The security light, located on the Once the system is disarmed, the instrument panel cluster, comes on...
Page 40: Immobilizer
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows When an alarm event has finished, Immobilizer the system. Only the correct key the system will re-arm itself starts the vehicle. The vehicle may See Radio Frequency Statement on automatically. not start if the key is damaged. page 13 20 for information How to Turn Off the System regarding Part 15 of the Federal...
Page 41: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 If the engine still does not start, and 3. After the engine has started, turn Exterior Mirrors the key appears to be undamaged the key to LOCK/OFF, and or the light continues to stay on, try remove the key.
Page 42: Power Mirrors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Mirrors 2. Press one of the four arrows Interior Mirrors located on the control pad to move the mirror in the desired Manual Rearview Mirror direction. Hold the inside rearview mirror in 3. Adjust each outside mirror so the center to move it for a clearer that a little of the vehicle and the view of behind your vehicle.
Page 43: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 information on the system and how Windows ® to subscribe to OnStar . See OnStar Overview on page 14 1. WARNING Press to turn the compass Leaving children, helpless adults, display on or off. or pets in a vehicle with the See Compass on page 5 4 for more windows closed is dangerous.
Page 44: Power Windows
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Windows To stop the window while it is To program the driver window: lowering, pull the front of the switch 1. With the ignition in ACC/ momentarily. To raise the window, ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, pull and hold the front of the switch.
Page 45: Sun Visors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 conditions such as severe icing In this mode, the window can still Press on the left side to may also cause the window to close on an object in its path. Use deactivate the lockout switch. The auto reverse.
Page 46: Sunroof
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Roof of the switch to express-open the sunroof. To stop the sunroof from express-opening, press the switch Sunroof again. If the sunshade is closed, it will open automatically when the sunroof opens past the vented position.
Page 47 Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety System Check ..3-16 Child Restraints Safety Belt Care ... . . 3-16 Older Children ....3-30 Restraints Replacing Safety Belt System Infants and Young...
Page 48: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints The vehicle's front and rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash.
Page 49: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Front Seats To adjust the seat position: Height Adjustment Seat Adjustment Seat Position WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a 1.
Page 50: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Raise or lower the front or rear Power Seat Adjustment If available, press the front (A) or part of the seat cushion by rear (B) of the control to increase or moving the front or rear of the decrease lumbar support.
Page 51 Seats and Restraints Manual Reclining Seatbacks WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver 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 52: Heated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints To return the seatback to the upright Power Reclining Seatbacks Heated Front Seats position: 1. Lift the lever fully without WARNING applying pressure to the If you cannot feel temperature seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns 2.
Page 53: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Folding the Seatback Either side of the seatback can be folded down for more cargo space. Adjust the seatback only when the vehicle is not moving. Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts.
Page 54: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints Raising the Seatback Safety Belts WARNING This section of the manual WARNING If either seatback is not locked, it describes how to use safety belts could move forward in a sudden properly. It also describes some A safety belt that is improperly stop or crash.
Page 55: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing WARNING (Continued) safety belts makes such good sense. It is extremely dangerous to ride Questions and Answers About in a cargo area, inside or outside Safety Belts of a vehicle.
Page 56: How To Wear Safety Belts
3-10 Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the Also, in nearly all states and in shoulder and across the chest. all Canadian provinces, the law These parts of the body are best requires wearing safety belts. able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 57: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Seats and Restraints 3-11 Lap-Shoulder Belt If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all All seating positions in the vehicle the way, the child restraint have a lap-shoulder belt. locking feature may be engaged. If this happens, just let the belt The following instructions explain go back all the way and start how to wear a lap-shoulder belt...
Page 58 3-12 Seats and Restraints 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt It may be necessary to pull Before a door is closed, be sure the height adjuster, move it to the stitching on the safety belt safety belt is out of the way. If a height that is right for you.
Page 59 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the front outboard This vehicle may have rear shoulder occupants. Although the safety belt belt comfort guides. If not, they are pretensioners cannot be seen, they available through your dealer.
Page 60 3-14 Seats and Restraints Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: 2. Place the guide over the belt 3. Be sure that the belt is not and insert the two edges of the twisted and it lies flat. The belt into the slots of the guide.
Page 61: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-15 4. Buckle, position, and release WARNING the safety belt as described previously in this section. Make A safety belt that is not properly sure the shoulder portion of the worn may not provide the belt is on the shoulder and not protection needed in a crash.
Page 62: Safety Belt Extender
3-16 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Extender from doing its job. See your dealer Replacing Safety Belt to have it repaired. Torn or frayed System Parts after a If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten safety belts may not protect you in a Crash around you, you should use it.
Page 63: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-17 See your dealer to have the safety Airbag System All vehicle airbags have the word belt assemblies inspected or AIRBAG in the trim or on a label The vehicle has the following replaced. near the deployment opening. airbags: New parts and repairs may be For frontal airbags, the word...
Page 64 3-18 Seats and Restraints Here are the most important things WARNING WARNING to know about the airbag system: Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, WARNING force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag an eye, anyone who is up when it inflates can be seriously You can be severely injured or...
Page 65: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-19 Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an The front outboard passenger electrical problem.
Page 66 3-20 Seats and Restraints WARNING 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.
Page 67: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-21 When Should an Airbag whether the object is fixed or crashes depending on the location moving, rigid or deformable, narrow of the impact. Seat-mounted side Inflate? or wide. impact and roof-rail airbags will inflate if the crash severity is above Frontal airbags are designed to Thresholds can also vary with the system's designed threshold...
Page 68: What Makes An Airbag
3-22 Seats and Restraints What Makes an Airbag Airbags supplement the protection Roof-rail airbags may still be at least provided by safety belts by partially inflated for some time after Inflate? distributing the force of the they inflate. Some components of impact more evenly over the the airbag module may be hot for In a deployment event, the sensing...
Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3-23 You can lock the doors, and turn off Additional windshield breakage may WARNING the interior lamps and hazard also occur from the front outboard warning flashers by using the passenger airbag. When an airbag inflates, there controls for those features.
Page 70: Passenger Sensing
3-24 Seats and Restraints Let only qualified technicians The passenger sensing system work on the airbag systems. works with sensors that are part of Improper service can mean that the front outboard passenger seat. an airbag system will not work The sensors are designed to detect properly.
Page 71 Seats and Restraints 3-25 The system determines that a WARNING WARNING (Continued) small child is present in a booster seat. A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints A front outboard passenger restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the takes his/her weight off of the or killed if the passenger frontal airbag(s) are off.
Page 72 3-26 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system 4. Reinstall the child restraint WARNING is designed to turn on the front following the directions outboard passenger frontal airbag provided by the child restraint If the airbag readiness light ever and seat mounted side impact manufacturer and refer to comes on and stays on, it means airbag anytime the system senses...
Page 73 Seats and Restraints 3-27 If the on indicator is still lit, properly in the seat. Use the Additional Factors Affecting secure the child restraint in a following steps to allow the system System Operation rear seat position in the vehicle to detect that person and enable the Safety belts help keep the and see your dealer.
Page 74: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
3-28 Seats and Restraints The operation of the airbag system WARNING WARNING can also be affected by changing or moving any parts of the front seats, Stowing of articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the safety belts, airbag sensing and passenger seat or between the vehicle is turned off and the diagnostic module, steering wheel,...
Page 75: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-29 heater or a comfort enhancing pad Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System or device, installed under or on top Parts after a Crash The airbag system does not need of the seat fabric, could also regularly scheduled maintenance or interfere with the operation of the replacement.
Page 76: Child Restraints
3-30 Seats and Restraints If the airbag readiness light stays on Child Restraints The manufacturer's instructions that after the vehicle is started or comes come with the booster seat state the on when you are driving, the airbag weight and height limitations for that Older Children system may not work properly.
Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-31 Does the lap belt fit low and According to accident statistics, snug on the hips, touching the children and infants are safer when thighs? If yes, continue. If no, properly restrained in a child return to the booster seat. restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating Can proper safety belt fit be...
Page 78: Infants And Young
3-32 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer WARNING (Continued) protection for adults and older Children children, but not for young children The child could move too far and infants. Neither the vehicle's Everyone in a vehicle needs forward increasing the chance of safety belt system nor its airbag protection! This includes infants and...
Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3-33 WARNING (Continued) WARNING Never do this. For example, in a crash at only 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) Children who are up against, infant will suddenly become a or very close to, any airbag when 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's it inflates can be seriously injured arms.
Page 80: Child Restraint Systems
3-34 Seats and Restraints sure it is designed to be used in Child Restraint Systems WARNING (Continued) a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying distributed across the strongest that it meets federal motor part of an infant's body, the back vehicle safety standards.
Page 81 Seats and Restraints 3-35 Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat...
Page 82: Where To Put The Restraint
3-36 Seats and Restraints endangered in a crash if the child Administration (NHTSA) website to We recommend that children and restraint is not properly secured in locate the nearest child safety seat child restraints be secured in a rear the vehicle. inspection station.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-37 When securing a child restraint in a Keep in mind that an unsecured WARNING (Continued) rear seating position, study the child restraint can move around in a instructions that came with your collision or sudden stop and injure passenger airbag inflates and the child restraint to make sure it is people in the vehicle.
Page 84: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
3-38 Seats and Restraints The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system. Make sure that a LATCH-compatible child restraint is properly installed A. Occupant prohibited A.
Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-39 Not all vehicle seating positions or Top Tether Anchor Your child restraint may have a child restraints have lower anchors single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). and attachments or top tether Either will have a single anchors and attachments.
Page 86 3-40 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations To assist in locating the lower anchors, each rear anchor position has a label, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. The top tether anchors are under the covers, behind the rear seat, on the filler panel.
Page 87: System
Seats and Restraints 3-41 According to accident statistics, WARNING WARNING (Continued) children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child Do not attach more than one child children cannot reach them. Pull restraint system or infant restraint restraint to a single anchor. the shoulder belt all the way out system secured in a rear seating Attaching more than one child...
Page 88 3-42 Seats and Restraints If you need to secure more than one Instead use the vehicle's anchors child restraint in the rear seat, see and child restraint attachments Where to Put the Restraint on to secure the restraints. Some page 3 36. Depending on where you restraints also use another vehicle place the child restraint, you may anchor to secure a top tether.
Page 89 Seats and Restraints 3-43 2. If the child restraint manufacturer 2.3. Route, attach, and tighten recommends that the top tether the top tether according to be attached, attach and tighten the child restraint the top tether to the top tether instructions and the anchor, if equipped.
Page 90 3-44 Seats and Restraints 3. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
Page 91: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints 3-45 Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat) if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if When securing a child restraint in a WARNING the instructions that come with the...
Page 92 3-46 Seats and Restraints If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint on page 3 36. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint.
Page 93: Securing Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-47 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Front Passenger Seat) manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top This vehicle has airbags. A rear tether. See Lower Anchors and seat is a safer place to secure a Tethers for Children (LATCH forward-facing child restraint.
Page 94 3-48 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint has the LATCH WARNING WARNING (Continued) system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH A child in a rear-facing child System) on page 3 38 for how and Even if the passenger sensing restraint can be seriously injured where to install the child restraint system has turned off the right...
Page 95 Seats and Restraints 3-49 In Canada, the law requires that 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run forward-facing child restraints have the lap and shoulder portions of a top tether, and that the tether be the vehicle's safety belt through attached.
Page 96 3-50 Seats and Restraints Try to pull the belt out of the If a child restraint has been retractor to make sure the installed and the on indicator is retractor is locked. If the lit, see If the On Indicator is Lit retractor is not locked, repeat for a Child Restraint under Steps 5 and 6.
Page 97: Instrument Panel Storage
Storage Storage Storage Glove Box Compartments Pull the handle up to open. Storage Compartments Cupholders Instrument Panel Storage Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 Glove Box ....4-1 Cupholders .
Page 98: Cupholders
Storage Front Storage Push down on the cover handle (A) and then forward to access the cupholders. For vehicles with rear seat To remove the cupholders: cupholders, access them by pulling 1. Press and hold the tab at the down on the door at the back of the Storage is available in front of the rear of the cupholders.
Page 99: Center Console Storage
Storage Center Console Storage The armrest on top of the center console can be adjusted to a rearward, middle, and forward position. Pull or push the front of the armrest to adjust to the desired position. A driver side storage compartment is located near the steering column on the bottom of the instrument The center console storage has a...
Page 100: Additional Storage Features
Storage Additional Storage Features Convenience Net Use the rear convenience net to store small items. The net should not be used to store heavy loads. Push down on the cover handle (A) and then forward to access the storage area. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 101 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Passenger Airbag Status Vehicle Messages Indicator ....5-13 Vehicle Messages ... 5-25 Controls Charging System Light .
Page 102: Controls
Instruments and Controls Controls 4. Pull the lever up to lock the (Next/Previous): steering wheel in place. Press to change radio stations, select tracks on a CD, or to select Steering Wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel tracks and navigate folders on an while driving.
Page 103: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer 2. Press and release (End/Mute): Press to reject an incoming call, or end a to scroll up or down the list, then current call. Press to silence the press and hold to play the vehicle speakers only. Press again highlighted track.
Page 104: Compass
Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Compass (Low Speed): Slow wipes. Press the button at the end of the (High Speed): Fast wipes. Compass Operation windshield wiper lever until the (Mist): Single wipe, move the washers begin. Press on the rearview mirror to lever down, then release it.
Page 105: Clock
Instruments and Controls Compass Variance Clock The mirror is set in zone eight. It is Without Date Display necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if AM/FM Base Radio with a Single the vehicle is driven outside zone CD Player eight.
Page 106 Instruments and Controls The date does not automatically 4. Press the button again until 2. Press the button and the HR, display. To see the date press the clock display stops flashing MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, to set the currently displayed minute, month, day, and year) while the radio is on.
Page 107: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls Power Outlets Notice: Leaving electrical Power Outlet 110 Volt equipment plugged in for an Alternating Current Accessory power outlets can be extended period of time while The vehicle may have a power used to plug in electrical equipment, the vehicle is off will drain the outlet that can be used to plug in such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
Page 108: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls If you try to connect equipment Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there using more than 150 watts or a could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and system fault is detected, a function. Often gauges and warning protection circuit shuts off the power lights work together to indicate a Indicators...
Page 109: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English shown, Metric similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 110: Speedometer
5-10 Instruments and Controls Speedometer Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer shows the The trip odometer can show how far vehicle's speed in either kilometers the vehicle has been driven since per hour (km/h) or miles per the trip odometer was last reset. hour (mph).
Page 111: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-11 The indicator moves a little while When the ignition is on, the fuel turning a corner or speeding up. gauge shows how much fuel is left in the fuel tank. When the indicator The gauge goes back to empty nears empty, a message in the when the ignition is turned off.
Page 112: Safety Belt Reminders
5-12 Instruments and Controls Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt The passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn on if an Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder object is put on the seat such as a Light briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device.
Page 113: Indicator
Instruments and Controls 5-13 If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message can also come on. See Airbag System Messages on page 5 28 for more information. Passenger Airbag Status The airbag readiness light comes on Canada and Mexico Indicator solid for a few seconds when the...
Page 114: Charging System Light
5-14 Instruments and Controls If the word OFF or the off symbol is Charging System Light Malfunction lit on the passenger airbag status Indicator Lamp indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has A computer system called OBD II turned off the right front passenger (On-Board Diagnostics-Second frontal and seat-mounted side...
Page 115 Instruments and Controls 5-15 Malfunctions often are indicated by these systems could lead to If the light continues to flash, stop the system before any problem is costly repairs not covered by the and park the vehicle. Turn the apparent. Being aware of the light vehicle warranty.
Page 116 5-16 Instruments and Controls Check that good quality fuel is Emissions Inspection and while the engine is off. See your used. Poor fuel quality causes dealer for assistance in verifying Maintenance Programs the engine not to run as proper operation of the Some local governments may have efficiently as designed and may malfunction indicator lamp.
Page 117: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-17 Brake System Warning When the ignition is on, the brake WARNING system warning light also comes on Light when the parking brake is set. The The brake system might not be light stays on if the parking brake The vehicle brake system consists working properly if the brake does not fully release .
Page 118: Traction Off Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls If it does not, have the vehicle Traction Off Light See Traction Control System (TCS) serviced by your dealer. If the on page 9 27 and Electronic system is working normally, the Stability Control (ESC) on indicator light then goes off.
Page 119: Electronic Stability Control
Instruments and Controls 5-19 If the TCS is off, the system does If the light does not come on, have Engine Coolant not assist in controlling the vehicle. the vehicle serviced by the dealer. Temperature Warning Turn on the TCS and the ESC If the system is working normally, Light systems and the warning light...
Page 120: Tire Pressure Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls The engine coolant temperature A Driver Information Center (DIC) Check the oil level as soon as warning light comes on when the tire pressure message may also possible. Add oil if required, but engine has overheated. display.
Page 121: Security Light
Instruments and Controls 5-21 Security Light of the monitored entry points is not Cruise Control Light closed. The light will stay on if the alarm is arming and all entry points are closed. For information regarding this light and the vehicle's security system, see Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2 11.
Page 122: Center (Dic)
5-22 Instruments and Controls Information Displays Press and hold the information and reset buttons at the same time for one second, then release the Driver Information buttons to enter the personalization Center (DIC) menu. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 29 for more information. Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC).
Page 123 Instruments and Controls 5-23 The temperature outside of the Trip Odometer When the fuel level is low, FUEL vehicle will be displayed in either RANGE LOW displays. Press the information button until degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees the outside air temperature along The fuel economy data used to Fahrenheit (°F).
Page 124 5-24 Instruments and Controls MPG (L/100 KM) INST OIL LIFE Tire Pressure (Instantaneous) Press the information button until On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Press the information button until OIL LIFE displays. The engine oil Monitor System (TPMS), the MPG (L/100 KM) INST displays. This life system shows an estimate of the pressure for each tire can be viewed mode shows the current fuel...
Page 125: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Vehicle Messages page 5 17 for more information. TRUNK AJAR Have the brake system serviced by This message displays when the The following messages appear if your dealer as soon as possible. trunk is not closed completely. Make there is a problem detected in one sure that the trunk is closed PUSH PARK PEDAL...
Page 126: Engine Power Messages
5-26 Instruments and Controls Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages Lamp Messages ENG (Engine) PWR (Power) CHECK GAS CAP AUTO (Automatic) REDUCED LIGHTS OFF This message displays if the fuel cap has not been fully tightened. This message displays when the This message displays if the Recheck the fuel cap to make sure vehicle's engine power is reduced.
Page 127 Instruments and Controls 5-27 with directional control of the See Electronic Stability Control SERVICE ESC (ELECTRONIC vehicle. You may feel or hear the (ESC) on page 9 29 and Electronic STABILITY CONTROL) system working and see this Stability Control (ESC)/Traction If your vehicle has Electronic message displayed in the DIC.
Page 128: Airbag System Messages
5-28 Instruments and Controls If this message still stays on or TRACTION OFF Service Vehicle Messages turns back on again while you are If your vehicle has the Traction ENGINE DISABLED driving, your vehicle needs service. Control System (TCS), this Have the ESC inspected by your This message displays if the starting message displays and the ESC/TCS...
Page 129: Vehicle Reminder
Instruments and Controls 5-29 Several conditions may cause this Vehicle Reminder Vehicle message to appear. See Tire Messages Personalization Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 48 for more information. ICE POSSIBLE Your vehicle has personalization If the warning comes on and stays capabilities that allow you to This message displays when the on, there may be a problem with the...
Page 130 5-30 Instruments and Controls 2. Press and hold the information OIL LIFE under Driver Information REMOTE START and reset buttons at the same Center (DIC) on page 5 22 for more If your vehicle has remote start, this time for one second, then information.
Page 131 Instruments and Controls 5-31 LOCK HORN UNLOCK HORN LIGHT FLASH This feature, which allows the This feature, which allows the This feature, which allows the vehicle's horn to chirp every time vehicle's horn to chirp on the first vehicle's exterior hazard/turn signal the lock button on the Remote press of the unlock button on the lighting to flash every time the lock,...
Page 132 5-32 Instruments and Controls To select a setting and move on to See Power Door Locks on page 2 7, NONE: None of the doors will the next feature, press the Delayed Locking on page 2 8, and automatically unlock. You will need information button while the desired Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) to manually unlock the doors.
Page 133 Instruments and Controls 5-33 SHIFT TO P (Park) (default): The ON (default): The exterior FRENCH: All messages will appear door(s) will unlock when the vehicle perimeter lighting will turn on when in French. is shifted into P (Park). the unlock button on the RKE SPANISH: All messages will transmitter is pressed.
Page 134 5-34 Instruments and Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 135: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-5 Exterior Lamp Controls Dome Lamps ....6-6 Exterior Lighting Reading Lamps .
Page 136: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting AUTO (Automatic Headlamp Headlamp Daytime Running System): Automatically turns on High/Low-Beam Changer Lamps (DRL) the Daytime Running Lamps during daytime, and the headlamps, To change the headlamps from low Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can parking lamps, and taillamps at beam to high beam, push the turn make it easier for others to see the night.
Page 137: Automatic Headlamp
Lighting The light sensor detects daytime If the vehicle is started in a dark light. garage, the automatic headlamp system comes on immediately. The parking brake is released or Once the vehicle leaves the garage, the vehicle is not in P (Park). it takes about one minute for the When the DRL system is on, the automatic headlamp system to...
Page 138: Delayed Headlamps
Lighting Delayed Headlamps Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change Signals The delayed headlamps feature keeps the headlamps on for 20 seconds after the key is turned to LOCK/OFF, then the headlamps automatically turn off. To override the 20 second delayed headlamp feature while it is active turn the turn signal/multifunction lever up one position and then back...
Page 139: Fog Lamps
Lighting Fog Lamps Interior Lighting : Press to turn the fog lamps on or off. An indicator light comes on when the fog lamps are on. Instrument Panel The parking lamps automatically Illumination Control turn on and off when the fog lamps The knob for this control is located are turned on and off.
Page 140: Dome Lamps
Lighting Dome Lamps Lighting Features Battery Load Management The dome lamps come on when any Entry/Exit Lighting door is opened. They turn off after The vehicle has Electric Power all the doors are closed. Management (EPM) that estimates The lamps inside the vehicle come the battery's temperature and state The dome lamps can also be turned on when any door is opened.
Page 141: Battery Power Protection
Lighting The battery can be discharged at Normally, these actions occur in To reactivate the interior lamps, do idle if the electrical loads are very steps or levels, without being one of the following: high. This is true for all vehicles. noticeable.
Page 142 Lighting NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 143: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Set up the tone, speaker Infotainment Introduction adjustments, and preset radio System stations. Infotainment For more information, see Defensive Determine which radio the vehicle Driving on page 9 2. has and read the following pages to Introduction Notice: Contact your dealer become familiar with its features.
Page 144: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Infotainment System or additional equipment is Operation compatible with your vehicle before installing it. See Accessories and Modifications on page 10 3. The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 18 for more information.
Page 145 Infotainment System (Information): Press to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. While the ignition is off, press this button to display the time. Speed Compensated Volume (SCV): Radios with the Speed Compensated Volume (SCV) feature automatically adjust the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise as the vehicle speeds up...
Page 146 Infotainment System The display times out after Selecting MANUAL or changing 3. Adjust the setting by doing one approximately 10 seconds. Each bass or treble, returns the EQ to the of the following: higher setting allows for more manual bass and treble settings. Turn the knob clockwise radio volume compensation at...
Page 147 Infotainment System EQ (Equalization): Press this Press either FWD, Press the FWD, button to choose bass and treble REV button. REV button. equalization settings designed for To quickly adjust all speaker and Adjusting the Speakers different types of music. Selecting tone controls to the middle position, MANUAL or changing bass or (Balance/Fade) Radio with CD...
Page 148: Radio
Infotainment System Radio displays on the bottom line. When Finding a Station information is not available, NO BAND: Press to choose between INFO displays. AM-FM Radio FM1, FM2, AM, or XM Auto Text (RDS Features): If equipped) on the Radio with CD Radio Data System (RDS) additional information is available (Base).
Page 149 Infotainment System To scan preset stations in the until a double beep sounds. The Radios that do not have a FAV selected band, press and radio goes to a stored preset, button store radio stations as hold SEEK for four seconds plays for a few seconds, then presets, up to 18 stations (six FM1, goes to the next stored preset.
Page 150: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System Storing a Radio Station as a 4. Press the FAV button, or let the (Information) (XM Satellite Radio Favorite menu time out, to return to the Service): For vehicles with XM, original main radio screen Radio that have a FAV button store press to display additional text showing the radio station radio stations as favorites.
Page 151 Infotainment System goes to a station, plays for a few To go to the previous or next XM If is pressed and the song title seconds, then goes to the next station in the selected category, or artist information is longer than do one of the following: station.
Page 152 7-10 Infotainment System 4. Press the softkey located under Storing an XM Channel as a 4. Press the FAV button, or let the Favorite the Add or Remove tab. menu time out, to return to the original main radio screen To store a station as a favorite: To restore all removed showing the radio station...
Page 153 Infotainment System 7-11 Loading XM: The audio system is No CAT Info: No category message is received after having acquiring and processing audio and information is available at this time the vehicle serviced, check with text data. No action is needed. This on this channel.
Page 154: Radio Reception
7-12 Infotainment System Radio Reception Cellular Phone Usage The range for most AM stations is Cellular phone usage may cause Frequency interference and static greater than for FM, especially at interference with the vehicle's radio. can occur during normal radio night.
Page 155: Satellite Radio Antenna
Infotainment System 7-13 If a cellular telephone antenna Notice: Do not apply aftermarket Audio Players needs to be attached to the glass, glass tinting with metallic film. make sure that the grid lines for the The metallic film in some tinting CD Player AM-FM antenna are not damaged.
Page 156 7-14 Infotainment System load one CD at a time, and keep Inserting a Disc the player, the CD starts to play the CD player and the loading slot where it stopped, if it was the last Insert the disc partway into the slot, free of foreign materials, liquids, selected audio source.
Page 157 Infotainment System 7-15 Softkeys contains both types of audio, the CD FWD (Fast Forward): Press player reads all MP3 files first, then and hold to advance playback The five softkeys below the radio the uncompressed CD audio files. quickly within a track. Sound is display are used to control functions heard at a reduced volume and the that display as tabs.
Page 158 7-16 Infotainment System Empty Folder Playing an MP3 Buttons and Knobs Folders that do not contain files are The buttons and knobs on the radio Order of Play skipped, and the player advances to control the following features. Tracks are played in the following the next folder that contains files.
Page 159 Infotainment System 7-17 volume and the elapsed time of the on the number of files on the disc. (Previous Folder): Press The radio may begin playing while it track displays. Release FWD to the softkey below to go to the is scanning in the background.
Page 160: Auxiliary Devices
7-18 Infotainment System The disc is dirty, scratched, wet, ® 3. Press the softkey below the devices such as iPods , MP3 or upside down. back tab to return to the main players, and USB storage devices music navigator screen. can be connected to the vehicle The air is very humid.
Page 161 Infotainment System 7-19 To use a portable audio player, Using the USB Port Root Directory connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to The root directory is treated as a The radio may have a USB port the auxiliary input jack. When a folder.
Page 162 7-20 Infotainment System Preprogrammed Playlists folder mode has been chosen as ignition is turned OFF, the iPod the default display. The new track automatically powers off and will not Playlists that have an .m3u or .pls name displays. charge or draw power from the file extension and are stored on a vehicle's battery.
Page 163 Infotainment System 7-21 The softkeys below the radio display SEEK: Press to go to the next 4. Turn to scroll through the files control the following features. in the selected folder. track. Press and hold SEEK or (Pause): Press the softkey press it multiple times to continue 5.
Page 164 7-22 Infotainment System Albums Third softkey, 5% through the list (Shuffle Off): Press the each time the softkey is pressed. Genres softkey below to turn shuffle Fourth softkey, 10% through the off. This is the default mode when a Songs list each time the softkey is USB storage device or iPod is first Composers...
Page 165: Phone
Infotainment System 7-23 Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. Phone A Bluetooth system can use a The system may not work with Bluetooth capable cell phone with a all cell phones. See Pairing a Hands Free Profile to make and Bluetooth Phone in this section for more receive phone calls.
Page 166 7-24 Infotainment System Up to five cell phones can be When to Speak: A short tone (Push To Talk): Press to paired to the Bluetooth system. sounds after the system responds answer incoming calls, to confirm indicating when it is waiting for a The pairing process is disabled system information, and to start voice command.
Page 167 Infotainment System 7-25 2. Say Bluetooth. This command 6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to pair 4. Say the name of the phone you can be skipped. additional phones. want to delete. 3. Say Pair. The system responds Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone with instructions and a four digit Phones...
Page 168 7-26 Infotainment System Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. After the last Numbers 1. Press and hold digit has been entered, say The system can store up to two seconds.
Page 169 Infotainment System 7-27 Listing Stored Numbers Using the Dial or Call To hear all of the numbers Command recognized by the system, say The list command will list all the Verify at any time. stored numbers and name tags. 1. Press and hold 1.
Page 170 7-28 Infotainment System Receiving a Call Three Way Calling To mute a call, press , and then say Mute Call. When an incoming call is received, Three way calling must be the audio system mutes and a ring supported on the cell phone and To cancel mute, press , and tone is heard in the vehicle.
Page 171 Infotainment System 7-29 Transferring Audio to the 3. Say Voice. The system Clearing the System Bluetooth System from a Cell responds OK, accessing Unless information is deleted out of Phone <phone name>. the in vehicle Bluetooth system, it During a call with the audio on the The cell phone's normal prompt will be retained indefinitely.
Page 172 7-30 Infotainment System NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 173: Air Vents
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Automatic Climate Control System ..... . 8-5 Air Vents Air Vents .
Page 174 Climate Controls Operation Select from the following: air-conditioning button is pressed while in defog mode, the indicator (Vent): Air is directed to the Temperature Control: Turn light will turn on. If the button is instrument panel outlets. clockwise or counterclockwise pressed again, the light will turn off.
Page 175 Climate Controls To help clear the windshield quickly, For quick cool down on hot days, do cannot be used with the do the following: the following: recirculation mode. Press cancel the recirculation mode. 1. Select 1. Select the vent mode. (Recirculation): Press to 2.
Page 176 Climate Controls To improve fuel efficiency and to If the vehicle's speed is maintained Remote Start Climate Control Operation cool the vehicle faster, recirculation above 80 km/h (50 mph), the rear may be automatically selected in window defogger remains on once For vehicles with the remote start warm weather.
Page 177: Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Controls Automatic Climate Control System Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): Select AUTO For vehicles with this system, the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be on both the fan speed control and automatically controlled. the air delivery mode control knobs to activate the automatic system. When automatic operation is active the system controls the inside temperature and air delivery.
Page 178 Climate Controls 2. Set the temperature. To avoid blowing cold air at Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn engine start-up in cold weather, clockwise or counterclockwise to An initial setting of 73°F (23°C) the system delays turning on the change the direction of the airflow in is recommended.
Page 179 Climate Controls windshield. The air conditioning In AUTO mode the system cools (Recirculation): Press to turn indicator light blinks three times if and dehumidifies the air inside the recirculation mode on. An the compressor is turned off while in the vehicle. Also while in AUTO indicator light above the button this mode.
Page 180 Climate Controls When the weather is cool or damp, If driving below 80 km/h (50 mph), Remote Start Climate Control Operation operating the system in recirculation the rear window defogger turns off for extended periods of time can about 15 minutes after the button is For vehicles with remote start, when cause fogging of the vehicle's pressed.
Page 181: Air Vents
Climate Controls Keep the path under the front Air Vents seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the Use the lever located in the center vehicle more effectively. of each outlet by moving it either up and down or side-to-side, to change When an objectionable odor the direction and amount of airflow...
Page 182 8-10 Climate Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 183 Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting Into Park ... . 9-19 Fuel Shifting out of Park ..9-20 Fuel ......9-33 Operating Parking over Things Recommended Fuel .
Page 184: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Driving Information WARNING passenger to handle potential distractions. Distracted Driving Taking your eyes off the road too Become familiar with vehicle long or too often could cause a Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as crash resulting in injury or death.
Page 185: Drunk Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle If the engine ever stops while the between you and the driver in vehicle is being driven, brake Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. normally but do not pump the are important factors in helping to brakes.
Page 186 Driving and Operating If the steering wheel is turned in At faster speeds, the steering effort Curve Tips either direction several times until increases to provide a sport-like feel Take curves at a reasonable it stops, or it is held until it is to the steering.
Page 187: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to right front tire contacts the existing conditions, and by not pavement edge. overdriving those conditions.
Page 188: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, Hydroplaning WARNING acceleration, or braking, Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water including reducing vehicle speed can build up under the vehicle's Wet brakes can cause crashes. by shifting to a lower gear. Any tires so they actually ride on the They might not work as well in a sudden changes could cause water.
Page 189: Highway Hypnosis
Driving and Operating Keep the windshield washer fluid Hill and Mountain Roads WARNING reservoir filled. Driving on steep hills or through Have good tires with proper Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) mountains is different than driving tread depth. See Tires on or with the ignition off is on flat or rolling terrain.
Page 190: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Pay attention to special road Try not to break the fragile traction. Blizzard Conditions signs (falling rocks area, winding If you accelerate too fast, the drive Being stuck in snow can be a roads, long grades, passing or wheels will spin and polish the serious situation.
Page 191: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating feel really uncomfortable from the WARNING WARNING (Continued) cold. Moving about to keep warm also helps. Fully open the air outlets on Snow can trap engine exhaust If it takes some time for help to or under the instrument under the vehicle.
Page 192: Vehicle Load Limits
9-10 Driving and Operating Release the accelerator pedal while WARNING WARNING shifting, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the Do not load the vehicle any If the vehicle's tires spin at high transmission is in gear. Slowly speed, they can explode, and you heavier than the Gross spinning the wheels in the forward or others could be injured.
Page 193 Driving and Operating 9-11 Tire and Loading Information positions (A), and the maximum Steps for Determining Correct Label vehicle capacity weight (B) in Load Limit kilograms and pounds. Locate the statement The The Tire and Loading combined weight of Information label also shows the occupants and cargo should tire size of the original never exceed XXX kg or...
Page 194 9-12 Driving and Operating the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
Page 195 Driving and Operating 9-13 seating positions. The combined occupants, fuel, and cargo. weight of the driver, passengers, Never exceed the GVWR for and cargo should never exceed the vehicle, or the Gross Axle the vehicle's capacity weight. Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle.
Page 196: Starting And Operating
9-14 Driving and Operating If you put things inside the Starting and WARNING (Continued) vehicle like suitcases, tools, Operating packages, or anything Never stack heavier else they will go as fast as the things, like suitcases, New Vehicle Break-In vehicle goes. If you have to stop inside the vehicle so that or turn quickly, or if there is a Notice: The vehicle does not...
Page 197: Ignition Positions
Driving and Operating 9-15 Avoid making hard stops for Ignition Positions Notice: Using a tool to force the the first 322 km (200 miles) or key to turn in the ignition could so. During this time the new cause damage to the switch or brake linings are not yet break the key.
Page 198 9-16 Driving and Operating If the vehicle must be shut off in an (ON/RUN): This position can be WARNING emergency: used to operate the electrical accessories and to display some 1. Brake using a firm and steady Turning off the vehicle while instrument panel warning lights.
Page 199: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating 9-17 Starting the Engine components. If the ignition key is 2. If the engine does not start after turned to the START position, 5 to 10 seconds, especially in Move the shift lever to P (Park) or and then released when the very cold weather (below 18°C N (Neutral).
Page 200: Engine Heater
9-18 Driving and Operating Before adding electrical heater cord is located near the 4. Before starting the engine, be equipment, check with your air cleaner box on the passenger sure to unplug and store the dealer. If you do not, the engine side of the engine compartment.
Page 201: Shifting Into Park
Driving and Operating 9-19 The power windows, heated seats, 1. Hold the brake pedal down and WARNING (Continued) and sunroof will work until any door set the parking brake. See is opened. Parking Brake on page 9 26 for firmly set. And, if you leave the more information.
Page 202: Shifting Out Of Park
9-20 Driving and Operating Torque Lock Shifting out of Park 2. Press the shift lever button. 3. Move the shift lever to the Torque lock is when the weight of This vehicle is equipped with an desired position. the vehicle puts too much force on electronic shift lock release system.
Page 203: Engine Exhaust
Driving and Operating 9-21 Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle WARNING (Continued) While Parked There are holes or openings WARNING It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. But if you ever have damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon to, here are some things to know.
Page 204: Automatic Transmission
9-22 Driving and Operating Automatic WARNING WARNING Transmission It can be dangerous to get out of It is dangerous to get out of the the vehicle if the automatic vehicle if the shift lever is not fully transmission shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 205: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating 9-23 system. You must fully apply the N (Neutral): In this position, the D (Drive): This position is for brake pedal then press the shift engine does not connect with the normal driving. It provides the best lever button before you can shift wheels.
Page 206 9-24 Driving and Operating While driving in manual mode, The Driver Information Center (DIC) Second or Third Gear Start Feature the transmission will remain in in the instrument cluster will change the driver selected gear. When from the currently displayed When accelerating the vehicle from coming to a stop in the manual message to the letter M, for...
Page 207: System (Abs)
Driving and Operating 9-25 Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it there will not be enough time to becomes necessary to slam on the apply the brakes if that vehicle brakes and continue braking to suddenly slows or stops. Always Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a leave enough room up ahead to...
Page 208: Parking Brake
9-26 Driving and Operating Parking Brake feel the pedal release. If the parking Brake Assist brake is not released when you This vehicle has a brake assist begin to drive, the brake system feature designed to assist the driver warning light comes on and a chime in stopping or decreasing vehicle sounds as a warning that the speed in emergency driving...
Page 209: System (Tcs)
Driving and Operating 9-27 Ride Control Systems The system may be heard or felt Adjust your driving accordingly. See while it is working, but this is Ride Control System Messages on normal. page 5 26 for more information. Traction Control If the vehicle is in cruise control The Traction Control System is System (TCS)
Page 210 9-28 Driving and Operating The traction control system is with the front wheels spinning enabled automatically when the with a loss of traction, it is vehicle is started, and it will activate possible to cause damage to the and flash the ESC/TCS light and transmission.
Page 211: Electronic Stability
Driving and Operating 9-29 Adding non dealer accessories can If the system fails to turn on or The system may be heard or felt affect the vehicle's performance. activate, the ESC/TCS light will be while it is working; this is normal. See Accessories and Modifications on solid, and the ESC OFF or When the light is on solid and either...
Page 212 9-30 Driving and Operating If the vehicle is in cruise control It is recommended to leave the when the system begins to assist system on for normal driving the driver maintain directional conditions, but it may be necessary control of the vehicle, the ESC/TCS to turn the system off if the vehicle light will flash and the cruise control is stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow,...
Page 213: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-31 Cruise Control WARNING Cruise control lets a speed of about Cruise control can be dangerous 40 km/h (25 mph) or more be where you cannot drive safely at maintained without keeping your a steady speed. So, do not use foot on the accelerator.
Page 214 9-32 Driving and Operating To increase the vehicle speed in Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed small amounts, press the RES+ If the cruise button is on when not in If the cruise control is set at a button briefly. Each time this is use, it could get bumped and go into desired speed and then the brakes done, the vehicle goes about...
Page 215: Control (Esc)
Driving and Operating 9-33 Using Cruise Control on Hills Fuel How well the cruise control works Use of the recommended fuel is on hills depends upon the vehicle an important part of the proper speed, load, and the steepness of maintenance of this vehicle.
Page 216: Recommended Fuel
9-34 Driving and Operating See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on could choose to use middle grade California Fuel page 9 36. For all other vehicles, 89 octane unleaded gasoline. If the Requirements use only the unleaded gasoline octane rating is less than 87, an described under Recommended audible knocking noise, commonly If the vehicle is certified to meet...
Page 217: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Driving and Operating 9-35 Fuels in Foreign regulations. To help keep fuel We recommend that you use these injectors and intake valves clean gasolines, if they comply with the Countries and avoid problems due to dirty specifications described earlier. injectors or valves, look for gasoline However, E85 (85% ethanol) and Never use leaded gasoline or any that is advertised as TOP TIER...
Page 218: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
9-36 Driving and Operating Fuels containing MMT can reduce website (www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/ after refueling for at least 11 km spark plug life and affect emission locator/stations/) that can help you (7 mi) to allow the vehicle to control system performance. The find E85 fuel.
Page 219: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-37 Filling the Tank If the cap is not properly installed, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp come on. See Malfunction Indicator WARNING Lamp on page 5 14 for more information. Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. WARNING To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the...
Page 220: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-38 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel WARNING WARNING (Continued) Container If a fire starts while you are Do not fill a container while it refueling, do not remove the WARNING is inside a vehicle, in a nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by vehicle's trunk, pickup bed, Never fill a portable fuel container shutting off the pump or by...
Page 221: General Towing
Driving and Operating 9-39 Towing vehicle such as a motor home, see The vehicle can tow a trailer when Recreational Vehicle Towing on equipped with the proper trailer page 10 80. towing equipment. For trailering General Towing capacity, see Trailer Towing on Information Driving Characteristics page 9 42.
Page 222 9-40 Driving and Operating Obey speed limit restrictions. Pulling a Trailer Towing with a Stability Control Do not drive faster than the System Here are some important points: maximum posted speed for When towing, the sound of the trailers, or no more than 90 km/h There are many laws, including stability control system might be (55 mph), to reduce wear on the...
Page 223 Driving and Operating 9-41 Backing Up Turn Signals When Towing a The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). Use a lower gear if the transmission Trailer Hold the bottom of the steering shifts too often. wheel with one hand. To move the The turn signal indicators on the When towing at high altitude on trailer to the left, move that hand to...
Page 224: Trailer Towing
9-42 Driving and Operating Parking on Hills 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then trailer operation are automatic apply the parking brake and shift transmission fluid, engine oil, axle into P (Park). lubricant, belts, cooling system and WARNING brake system. Inspect these before 5.
Page 225 Driving and Operating 9-43 Weight of the Trailer Ask your dealer for trailering the tongue load must be added to information or advice, or write us at the GVW because the vehicle will How heavy can a trailer safely be? our Customer Assistance Offices.
Page 226: Towing Equipment
9-44 Driving and Operating After loading the trailer, weigh the Towing Equipment Safety Chains trailer and then the tongue, Always attach chains between the Hitches separately, to see if the weights are vehicle and the trailer. Cross the proper. If they are not, adjustments Use the correct hitch equipment.
Page 227: Conversions And Add-Ons
Driving and Operating 9-45 Conversions and Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12 volt battery, even if the Add-Ons vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system. Add-On Electrical Before attempting to add anything Equipment electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Notice: Do not add anything Vehicle on page 3 28 and Adding...
Page 228 9-46 Driving and Operating NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 229: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Power Steering Fluid ..10-19 Electrical System Washer Fluid ....10-19 Electrical System Brakes ..... 10-20 Overload .
Page 230: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New Jump Starting General Information Tires ..... . 10-52 Jump Starting ....10-76 For service and parts needs, visit Buying New Tires .
Page 231: California Proposition
Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition Accessories and Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the 65 Warning Modifications installation or use of non GM certified parts, including control Most motor vehicles, including this Adding non dealer accessories or module or software modifications, is one, contain and/or emit chemicals making modifications to the vehicle known to the State of California to...
Page 232: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing the Doing Your Own Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on Service Work page 3 28. Keep a record with all parts receipts WARNING and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed.
Page 233 Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview 2.4 L L4 Engine I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 234 10-6 Vehicle Care A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Pressure Cap. See Cooling page 10 12. System on page 10 13. B. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of G. Brake Master Cylinder View). See Cooling System on Reservoir. See Brake Fluid page 10 13. under Brakes on page 10 20.
Page 235 Vehicle Care 10-7 3.6 L V6 Engine I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 236: Engine Oil
10-8 Vehicle Care A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Engine Coolant Surge Tank. Engine Oil page 10 12. See Engine Coolant on To ensure proper engine page 10 14. B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. performance and long life, careful See Power Steering Fluid on G.
Page 237 Vehicle Care 10-9 Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil Notice: Do not add too much oil. Oil levels above or below the It is a good idea to check the engine acceptable operating range oil level at each fuel fill. In order to shown on the dipstick are harmful get an accurate reading, the vehicle to the engine.
Page 238 10-10 Vehicle Care Selecting the Right Engine Oil damage not covered by the Engine Oil Additives/Engine vehicle warranty. Check with Oil Flushes Selecting the right engine oil your dealer or service provider depends on both the proper oil Do not add anything to the oil. The on whether the oil is approved to specification and viscosity grade.
Page 239: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-11 Used oil can be a threat to the When the system has calculated How to Reset the Engine Oil environment. If you change your that oil life has been diminished, it Life System own oil, be sure to drain all the oil indicates that an oil change is Reset the system whenever the from the filter before disposal.
Page 240: Automatic Transmission
10-12 Vehicle Care If the CHANGE OIL SOON the automatic transmission fluid How to Inspect the Engine message comes back on when listed in Recommended Fluids Air Cleaner/Filter the vehicle is started, the engine and Lubricants on page 11 11. To inspect the air cleaner/filter, oil life system has not reset.
Page 241: Cooling System
Vehicle Care 10-13 Cooling System WARNING The cooling system allows the Operating the engine with the air engine to maintain the correct cleaner/filter off can cause you or working temperature. others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires.
Page 242: Engine Coolant
10-14 Vehicle Care Notice: Using coolant other than What to Use WARNING ® DEX-COOL can cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator WARNING An electric engine cooling fan corrosion. In addition, the engine under the hood can start up even coolant could require changing Adding only plain water or some when the engine is not running...
Page 243 Vehicle Care 10-15 Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Never dispose of engine coolant by The coolant level should be at or drinkable water and DEX-COOL putting it in the trash, pouring it on above the FULL COLD mark on the coolant.
Page 244 10-16 Vehicle Care Notice: This vehicle has a If a hiss is heard, wait for WARNING specific coolant fill procedure. that to stop. This will allow any Failure to follow this procedure pressure still left to be vented Steam and scalding liquids from a could cause the engine to out the discharge hose.
Page 245: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 10-17 By this time, the coolant level Temperature Gauge on page 5 19 If Steam is Coming from the inside the coolant surge tank and Engine Coolant Temperature Engine Compartment might be lower. If the level is Warning Light on page 5 19. lower than the FULL COLD If it is decided not to lift the hood WARNING...
Page 246: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
10-18 Vehicle Care If No Steam is Coming from If the temperature overheat gauge situation. If an overheated engine is no longer in the overheat zone or condition exists, an overheat the Engine Compartment an overheat warning no longer protection mode which alternates If an engine overheat warning is displays, the vehicle can be driven.
Page 247: Power Steering Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-19 Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering If the fluid is at or below the ADD or MIN mark on the dipstick, add just Fluid enough fluid to bring the level within To check the power steering fluid: the crosshatch area.
Page 248: Brakes
10-20 Vehicle Care Driver Information Center (DIC). parts of the washer system. WARNING See Driver Information Center (DIC) Also, water does not clean as on page 5 22 for more information. well as washer fluid. The brake wear warning sound Fill the washer fluid tank means that soon the brakes will only three-quarters full...
Page 249: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-21 Brake linings should always be If this is not done, the brakes might There are only two reasons why the replaced as complete axle sets. not work properly. For example, brake fluid level in the reservoir installing disc brake pads that are might go down: Brake Pedal Travel wrong for the vehicle, can change...
Page 250: Battery
10-22 Vehicle Care If brake fluid is spilled on the WARNING WARNING vehicle's painted surfaces, the paint finish can be If too much brake fluid is added, it With the wrong kind of fluid in damaged. Be careful not to can spill on the engine and burn, the brake hydraulic system, the spill brake fluid on the...
Page 251: Starter Switch Check
Vehicle Care 10-23 Vehicle Storage Starter Switch Check If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your dealer for service. WARNING WARNING Automatic Transmission Batteries have acid that can burn When you are doing this you and gas that can explode. Shift Lock Control inspection, the vehicle could You can be badly hurt if you are...
Page 252: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check
10-24 Vehicle Care To check the P (Park) 3. With the engine off, turn the Park Brake and P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: ignition on, but do not start the Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to engine. Without applying the P (Park).
Page 253: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care 10-25 covered by your warranty. Do not Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement allow the wiper arm to touch the Headlamp aim has been preset at For the proper type of replacement windshield. the factory and should need no bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on To replace the wiper blade: further adjustment.
Page 254: Taillamps, Turn Signal, And Stoplamps (Ls And Lt)
10-26 Vehicle Care Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps (LS and LT) 2. Remove the two rear 3. Remove the three wing nuts (A), convenience net hooks holding which hold the taillamp the trunk trim and move the trim assembly, from inside the trunk. aside.
Page 255: Taillamps, Turn Signal, And Stoplamps (Ltz)
Vehicle Care 10-27 Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps (LTZ) 5. Turn the bulb socket (B) 2. Remove the two rear counterclockwise to remove it convenience net hooks holding from the lamp assembly (A). the trunk trim and move the trim aside.
Page 256: Back-Up Lamps
10-28 Vehicle Care Back-Up Lamps 3. Remove the three wing nuts (A), 5. Disconnect the wiring harness which hold the taillamp connector (C) from the LED (B). assembly, from inside the trunk. 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on 6. Turn the LED (B) page 2 9 for more information.
Page 257: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care 10-29 License Plate Lamp To replace the license plate lamp bulb: 2. Remove the push pins holding 4. Turn the bulb socket (B) the trunk trim (B). counterclockwise to remove it from the lamp assembly. 3. Move the trim aside far enough to gain access to the bulb 5.
Page 258: Electrical System
10-30 Vehicle Care 4. Push the new bulb in and turn it Electrical System Headlamp Wiring clockwise to install. An electrical overload may cause 5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in reinstall.
Page 259: Fuses
Vehicle Care 10-31 Fuses Fuses of the same amperage can Engine Compartment be temporarily borrowed from Fuse Block The wiring circuits in the vehicle are another fuse location, if a fuse goes protected from short circuits by out. Replace the fuse as soon as The engine compartment fuse block fuses.
Page 260 10-32 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Left Headlamp Low-Beam Horn Right Headlamp Low-Beam Front Fog Lamps Left Headlamp High-Beam Right Headlamp High-Beam Engine Control Module BATT Windshield Wiper The vehicle may not be equipped Antilock Brake Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and System (IGN 1) Transmission Control features shown.
Page 261 Vehicle Care 10-33 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage Run Relay, Heating, Ignition Module Cooling Fan 1 Ventilation, Air (LE9 & LE5); Cooling Fan Series/ Conditioning Blower Injectors, Ignition Parallel Coils Odd (LY7) Body Control Cooling Fan 2 Module 1 Injectors (LE9 &...
Page 262: Block
10-34 Vehicle Care Diodes Usage Wiper Instrument Panel Fuse Block The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays and The instrument panel fuse block is Cruise Control features shown. located on the instrument panel RUN/ Switch, Passenger Fuses...
Page 263 Vehicle Care 10-35 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Heating Ventilation STRG WHL Steering Wheel HVAC Not Used Air Conditioning ILLUM Illumination INSTALLED BLOWER Blower - High Speed HIGH Relay Not Used Not Used INSTALLED INSTALLED Instrument Panel CLUSTER / RADIO Audio System AIRBAG...
Page 264: Block
10-36 Vehicle Care Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is located in the trunk of the vehicle. Access the fuse block through the The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage trunk panel on the driver side of the with all of the fuses, relays, and rear cargo area.
Page 265 Vehicle Care 10-37 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Auxiliary Power Not Used Outlets Not Used Back-up Lamps Not Used Sunroof Controls Not Used Trunk Release Not Used Not Used Rear Defog Not Used Trunk Release Heated Mirrors...
Page 266: Wheels And Tires
10-38 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Tires Underinflated tires pose the Replace any tires that have same danger as overloaded Every new GM vehicle has been damaged by impacts tires. The resulting crash high-quality tires made by a with potholes, curbs, etc.
Page 267: Winter Tires
Vehicle Care 10-39 Winter Tires If using snow tires: Notice: Low profile tires are more susceptible to damage Use tires of the same brand and Consider installing winter tires on from road hazards or curb tread type on all four wheel the vehicle if frequent driving on impact than standard profile positions.
Page 268 10-40 Vehicle Care criteria have a TPC specification (E) Tire Ply Material The type code molded onto the sidewall. of cord and number of plies in GM's TPC specifications meet or the sidewall and under the tread. exceed all federal safety (F) Uniform Tire Quality guidelines.
Page 269 Vehicle Care 10-41 regular road tire has lost air and (E) Tire Inflation gone flat. If the vehicle has a temporary use tire or compact compact spare tire, see spare tire should be inflated to Compact Spare Tire on 420 kPa (60 psi). For more page 10 75 and If a Tire Goes information on tire pressure and Flat on page 10 58.
Page 270: Tire Designations
10-42 Vehicle Care Tire Designations (C) Aspect Ratio A two digit is certified to carry. The speed number that indicates the tire rating is the maximum speed a Tire Size height to width measurements. tire is certified to carry a load. For example, if the tire size The following is an example of a Tire Terminology and...
Page 271 Vehicle Care 10-43 Belt A rubber coated layer of maximum capacity of fuel, oil, GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight cords that is located between and coolant, but without Rating for the rear axle. See the plies and the tread. Cords passengers and cargo.
Page 272 10-44 Vehicle Care Maximum Load Rating model name molding that is Sidewall The portion of a tire load rating for a tire at the higher or deeper than the same between the tread and the bead. maximum permissible inflation moldings on the other sidewall Speed Rating pressure for that tire.
Page 273: Tire Pressure
Vehicle Care 10-45 tire's traction, temperature, recommended inflation Overinflated tires, or tires that and treadwear. Ratings pressure. See Tire and Loading have too much air, can are determined by tire Information Label under Vehicle result in: manufacturers using Load Limits on page 9 10. Unusual wear.
Page 274 10-46 Vehicle Care Information label, see Vehicle the vehicle has not been driven Tire Pressure for Load Limits on page 9 10. How for at least three hours or no High-Speed Operation more than 1.6 km (1 mi). the vehicle is loaded affects vehicle handling and ride Remove the valve cap from the WARNING...
Page 275: Tire Pressure Monitor System
Vehicle Care 10-47 Set the cold tire inflation pressure to indicated on the vehicle placard or pressure, even if under inflation has 241 kPa (35 psi) for the front and tire inflation pressure label, you not reached the level to trigger rear tires, when operating the should determine the proper tire illumination of the TPMS low tire...
Page 276: Operation
10-48 Vehicle Care tires or wheels on your vehicle to mounted onto each tire and wheel DIC warning message come on at ensure that the replacement or assembly, excluding the spare tire each ignition cycle until the tires are alternate tires and wheels allow the and wheel assembly.
Page 277 Vehicle Care 10-49 The TPMS sensor matching The TPMS system can warn about TPMS Malfunction Light and process was not done or not a low tire pressure condition but it Message completed successfully after does not replace normal tire The TPMS will not function properly rotating the tires.
Page 278 10-50 Vehicle Care Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the 4. Start with the driver side front being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, tire. The driver side front turn wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger signal also comes on to indicate TPMS could cause the TPMS...
Page 279: Tire Inspection
Vehicle Care 10-51 The tire has a puncture, cut, 8. The driver side rear turn signal Tire Inspection or other damage that cannot comes on to indicate that corner We recommend that the tires, sensor is ready to be learned. be repaired well because of including the spare tire, if the Proceed to the driver side rear...
Page 280: When It Is Time For New
10-52 Vehicle Care Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor Lightly coat the center of the System. See Tire Pressure wheel hub with wheel bearing Monitor Operation on grease after a wheel change or page 10 48. tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build-up.
Page 281: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-53 maintenance affect how fast aging Buying New Tires takes place. Tires will typically need GM has developed and matched to be replaced due to wear before specific tires for the vehicle. The they may need to be replaced original equipment tires installed due to age.
Page 282 10-54 Vehicle Care will be followed by MS for mud WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) and snow. See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 10 39 for Only your dealer or authorized A tire and/or wheel could fail additional information. tire service center should suddenly and cause a crash.
Page 283: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care 10-55 The Tire and Loading Uniform Tire Quality WARNING Information label indicates the Grading original equipment tires on the If different sized wheels are used, Quality grades can be found vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits there may not be an acceptable where applicable on the tire on page 9 10 for the label level of performance and safety if...
Page 284 10-56 Vehicle Care use spare tires, tires with course. For example, a tire assigned to this tire is based on nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction a half (1½) times as well on the tests, and does not include 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-production...
Page 285: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care 10-57 A represent higher levels of road, the tires and wheels might WARNING need to be rebalanced. See your performance on the laboratory dealer for proper diagnosis. test wheel than the minimum Using the wrong replacement required by law. Warning: The wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel Wheel Replacement temperature grade for this tire is...
Page 286: Tire Chains
10-58 Vehicle Care Used Replacement Wheels If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blow out WARNING while driving, especially if the tires suspension, or other vehicle are maintained properly. See Tires parts. The area damaged by the Replacing a wheel with a used on page 10 38.
Page 287 Vehicle Care 10-59 WARNING WARNING WARNING Driving on a flat tire will cause Lifting a vehicle and getting Changing a tire can be permanent damage to the tire. under it to do maintenance or dangerous. The vehicle can slip Re-inflating a tire after it has repairs is dangerous without the off the jack and roll over or fall been driven on while severely...
Page 288 10-60 Vehicle Care This vehicle may come with a jack The following information explains WARNING and spare tire or a tire sealant and how to repair or change a tire. compressor kit. To use the jacking Overinflating a tire could cause Tire Sealant and equipment to change a spare tire the tire to rupture and you or...
Page 289 Vehicle Care 10-61 If this vehicle has a tire sealant and The kit includes: Tire Sealant compressor kit, there may not be a Read and follow the safe handling spare tire, tire changing equipment, instructions on the label adhered to and on some vehicles there may not the compressor.
Page 290 10-62 Vehicle Care Do not remove any objects that If the vehicle has an accessory have penetrated the tire. power outlet, do not use the cigarette lighter. 1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage If the vehicle only has a cigarette location.
Page 291: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 10-63 quickly drop and start to rise the accessory power outlet and 13. Turn the sealant/air hose (F) again as the tire inflates with unscrew the inflating hose from counterclockwise to remove it air only. the tire valve. See Roadside from the tire valve stem.
Page 292 10-64 Vehicle Care 18. Immediately drive the vehicle If the tire pressure has not Using the Tire Sealant and 8 km (5 mi) to distribute the dropped more than 68 kPa Compressor Kit without sealant in the tire. (10 psi) from the recommended Sealant to Inflate a Tire inflation pressure, use the (Not Punctured)
Page 293 Vehicle Care 10-65 1. Remove the tire sealant and If the vehicle only has a cigarette to get an accurate reading. The compressor kit from its storage lighter, use the cigarette lighter. compressor may be turned on/ location. See Storing the Tire off until the correct pressure is Do not pinch the power plug Sealant and Compressor Kit on...
Page 294: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
10-66 Vehicle Care 14. Return the air only hose (E) 3. Pull up on the canister (A) to and the power plug (G) back to remove it. their original locations. 4. Replace with a new canister 15. Return the equipment to its which is available from your original storage location in the dealer.
Page 295 Vehicle Care 10-67 2. Remove the spare tire cover. Tire Changing Tools 1. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise to loosen A. Wheel Wrench wheel wrench. 3. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove it. B. Jack 2. Unhook the wheel wrench from Then remove the compact spare the jack.
Page 296 10-68 Vehicle Care Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 58. 2. If the vehicle has a wheel cover or hubcap that has plastic wheel nut caps, loosen the plastic nut caps.
Page 297 Vehicle Care 10-69 WARNING Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack 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.
Page 298 10-70 Vehicle Care WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 299 Vehicle Care 10-71 12. Put the wheel nuts back on WARNING with the rounded end toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by Wheel nuts that are improperly or hand or with the wrench until incorrectly tightened can cause the wheel is held against the wheels to become loose or the hub.
Page 300 10-72 Vehicle Care Storing a Flat Tire and Tools WARNING Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
Page 301 Vehicle Care 10-73 7. With the valve stem up, place the tire on the compartment floor with the rear of the tire under the trim panel. The tire may not lay completely flat. 8. Line up the bolt with the wheel center.
Page 302 10-74 Vehicle Care Storing the Spare Tire and Tools WARNING Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
Page 303: Compact Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-75 6. Place the compact spare into the After installing the compact spare Notice: When the compact spare tire compartment with the stow on the vehicle, stop as soon as is installed, do not take the bolt going through the center possible and make sure the spare vehicle through an automatic car hole of the wheel.
Page 304: Jump Starting
10-76 Vehicle Care Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps You would not be able to start could result in costly damage to your vehicle, and the bad For more information about the the vehicle that would not be grounding could damage the vehicle battery, see Battery on covered by the warranty.
Page 305 Vehicle Care 10-77 and all lamps that are not WARNING WARNING needed. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. Using a match near a battery can Fans or other moving engine And it could save the radio! cause battery gas to explode. parts can injure you badly.
Page 306 10-78 Vehicle Care Do not connect positive (+) to 7. Do not let the other end touch The electrical connection is just negative ( ) or you will get a metal. Connect it to the as good there, and the chance short that would damage the positive (+) terminal of the of sparks getting back to the...
Page 307: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-79 To disconnect the jumper cables Towing from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black Towing the Vehicle negative ( ) cable from the Notice: To avoid damage, the vehicle that had the dead disabled vehicle should be towed battery.
Page 308: Recreational Vehicle
10-80 Vehicle Care How far will the vehicle be Recreational Vehicle towed? Some vehicles have Towing restrictions on how far and how long they can tow. Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another Does the vehicle have the vehicle such as behind a motor proper towing equipment?
Page 309 Vehicle Care 10-81 4. To prevent the battery from Dolly Towing draining while the vehicle is being towed, remove the following fuse from the instrument panel fuse block: (IGN SENSOR). See Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 10 34 for more information. 5.
Page 310: Appearance Care
10-82 Vehicle Care 3. Set the parking brake. Appearance Care exceeding 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result in damage or removal 4. Remove the key from the of paint and decals. ignition. Exterior Care Rinse the vehicle well, before 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. Washing the Vehicle washing and after, to remove all 6.
Page 311 Vehicle Care 10-83 If necessary, use non-abrasive For aluminum, never use auto or Replace the wiper blades if they cleaners that are marked safe for chrome polish, steam, or caustic are worn or damaged. Damage painted surfaces to remove foreign soap to clean.
Page 312 10-84 Vehicle Care Wheels and Trim Aluminum cleaners, brushes, or cleaners components are plastic. Applying that contain acid on aluminum or silicone grease on weatherstrips or Chrome chrome-plated wheels. Use only with a clean cloth will make them Use a soft, clean cloth with mild approved cleaners.
Page 313: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-85 Finish Damage Use a soft bristle brush to remove To prevent damage, do not clean dust from knobs and crevices on the the interior using the following Quickly repair minor chips and instrument cluster. Using a mild cleaners or techniques: scratches with touch-up materials soap solution, immediately remove...
Page 314 10-86 Vehicle Care For solid soils, remove as much Interior Glass If the soil is not completely as possible prior to vacuuming. removed, it may be necessary to To clean, use a terry cloth fabric use a commercial upholstery To clean: dampened with water.
Page 315: Floor Mats
Vehicle Care 10-87 cleaning and allow them to dry Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for naturally. Never use heat, steam, proper floor mat usage. spot lifters or spot removers. Do The original equipment floor WARNING not use cleaners that contain mats were designed for your silicone or wax-based products.
Page 316 10-88 Vehicle Care Use only a single floor mat on Removing and Replacing the the driver side. Floor Mat Do not place one floor mat on 1. Pull up on the rear of the mat to top of another. remove it from the hooks. 2.
Page 317: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing Maintenance Your vehicle is an important competitively priced maintenance investment. This section describes and repair services. With trained the required maintenance for the technicians, the dealer is the place vehicle.
Page 318 11-2 Service and Maintenance Because of the way people use The Additional Required Services WARNING vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Severe are for vehicles that are: There may need to be more Mainly driven in heavy city traffic Performing maintenance work can frequent checks and services.
Page 319: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required Services Every Schedule When the CHANGE OIL SOON 12 000 km/7,500 mi message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within Owner Checks and Services Rotate the tires, if recommended for the next 1 000 km/600 mi.
Page 320 11-4 Service and Maintenance Check tire inflation pressures. Visually inspect fuel system for Check parking brake and See Tire Pressure on damage or leaks. automatic transmission park page 10 45. mechanism. See Park Brake and Visually inspect exhaust system P (Park) Mechanism Check on Inspect tire wear.
Page 321 Service and Maintenance 11-5 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 322 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance b) Or every four years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. Services Normal c) Or every five years, whichever a) Check all fuel and vapor lines comes first. See Cooling System on and hoses for proper hook up, page 10 13.
Page 323 Service and Maintenance 11-7 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 324 11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance Special Application Additional Schedule Additional Required Services Maintenance and Care Services Severe a) Check all fuel and vapor lines Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important and hoses for proper hook up, Vehicles Only: Lubricate investment and caring for it properly routing, and condition.
Page 325 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Signs of brake wear may include Battery With a multi point inspection, your chirping, grinding, or squealing dealer can inspect the hoses and The battery supplies power to start noises, or difficulty stopping. advise if replacement is needed. the engine and operate any Trained dealer technicians have additional electrical accessories.
Page 326 11-10 Service and Maintenance As part of the multi point Vehicle Care Windshield inspection, trained dealer To help keep the vehicle looking like For safety, appearance, and the technicians can visually inspect new, vehicle care products are best viewing, keep the windshield the shocks and struts for signs available from your dealer.
Page 327: Lubricants, And Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-11 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of Engine Oil the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine Oil on page 10 8. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
Page 328: Maintenance Replacement Parts
11-12 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hood and Door Hinges Canada 10953474). Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 992887). Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Page 329: Maintenance Records
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 330 11-14 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 331 Service and Maintenance 11-15 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 332 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 333: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN Vehicle Identification is the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 334: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System 2.4L L4 Engine 7.1 L 7.5 qt...
Page 335 Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Wheel Nut Torque 100 ft lb *See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 12 for information on checking fluid level. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual.
Page 336 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 3.6L V6 Engine 2.4L L4 Engine I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 337: Customer Information
Canada) ....13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction the United States with the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
Page 338 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, case will generally be heard within member of dealership management, remember that your concern will 40 days. If you do not agree with the it appears your concern cannot be...
Page 339: Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Information 13-3 STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning Customer Satisfaction Owners: In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor Procedure (Mexico) not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care...
Page 340: Customer Assistance Offices (U.s. And Canada)
If you have a problem that has not Motors Customer Assistance assistance. However, if a customer been satisfactorily handled through Center (CAC) and provide the wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, the normal means, we suggest the following information: the letter should be addressed to: following steps:...
Page 341: Mexico
08:00 to 15:00 hours. All e-mail inquiries to the Customer 800-6273 Assistance Center (CAC) should be Honduras sent to: cac.chevrolet@gm.com. 800-0122-6101 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 342: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users (U.s. And Canada)
(Canada) chevroletowner.ca Text Telephone (TTY) Chevrolet dealer locator for Users (U.S. and Canada) Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner service nationwide. Centre: To assist customers who are deaf, Exclusive privileges and offers. Chat live with online help...
Page 343: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
For more information on the limited offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. When calling Roadside Assistance, Chevrolet and General Motors of call the GM Mobility Assistance have the following information Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text Canada Limited reserve the right to...
Page 344 13-8 Customer Information Flat Tire Change: Service to Chevrolet and General Motors of Services Specific to Canadian change a flat tire with the spare Canada Limited reserve the right to Purchased Vehicles tire. The spare tire, if equipped, limit services or payment to an...
Page 345 Chevrolet of the repair orders. Once the program. The Roadside Customer Assistance Center at...
Page 346 If the vehicle cannot be received telephone numbers for Chevrolet existing Roadside Assistance by the nearest Chevrolet dealer dealers. program guidelines. If the costs due to scheduling conflicts, the exceed the amount authorized...
Page 347 Customer Information 13-11 *Complimentary A rental car will be provided for Services Not Included in Roadside Transportation for Vehicle Pick Assistance up to two days and the vehicle Up: Transportation to pick up must be returned to its original Roadside Assistance does not your vehicle after repairs are destination, excluding vehicles cover or reimburse services for the...
Page 348: Mexico
Assistance program. For more the vehicle for service, you are information, see your new vehicle Chevrolet reserves the right to make urged to do so as early in the work warranty. any changes or discontinue the day as possible to allow for Roadside Assistance program at same-day repair.
Page 349: Canada)
Customer Information 13-13 Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount allowed by Program (U.S. and Warranty service can generally be GM for shuttle service. In addition, completed while you wait. However, Canada) for U.S.
Page 350: Collision Damage Repair (U.s. And Canada)
13-14 Customer Information insurance coverage, credit card, Collision Damage Repair Recycled original equipment parts etc. You are responsible for fuel may also be used for repair. These (U.S. and Canada) usage charges and may also be parts are typically removed from responsible for taxes, levies, usage vehicles that were total losses in If the vehicle is involved in a...
Page 351 Customer Information 13-15 Limited Warranty, and any vehicle damage repairs through the use of Move the vehicle only if its position failure related to such parts is not aftermarket collision parts. Some puts you in danger, or you are covered by that warranty. insurance companies will not instructed to move it by a police specify aftermarket collision parts.
Page 352: Service Publications Ordering Information
13-16 Customer Information Insurance company and policy Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Publications number. but you must live with the repair. Ordering Information Depending on your policy limits, General description of the your insurance company may damage to the other vehicle. Service Manuals initially value the repair using Choose a reputable repair facility...
Page 353: Government
Customer Information 13-17 In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Or write to: Reporting Safety Owner Manual, and Warranty Helm, Incorporated Defects Booklet. Attention: Customer Service RETAIL SELL PRICE: 47911 Halyard Drive Reporting Safety Defects $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Plymouth, MI 48170 to the United States shipping fees.
Page 354: Government
Transport Canada Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Administrator, NHTSA immediately, and notify General Chevrolet Motor Division 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Motors of Canada Limited. Chevrolet Customer Washington, D.C. 20590 Call Transport Canada at...
Page 355: Privacy
Customer Information 13-19 Vehicle Data Vehicle Data Recording This data could provide an understanding of the circumstances Recording and This vehicle may be equipped with a in which crashes and injuries occur. module that records data in certain Data could be recorded by the Privacy crash or near crash-like situations, vehicle only if a non-trivial crash...
Page 356: Onstar
13-20 Customer Information GM will not access this data or Radio Frequency Radio Frequency share it with others except: with the Identification (RFID) Statement consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that consent of the lessee;...
Page 357: Onstar Services
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview The OnStar system status light is next to the OnStar buttons. If the status light is: OnStar Overview Solid Green: System is ready. OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 Flashing Green: On a call.
Page 358: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar OnStar Services Navigation Push to connect to a live Advisor to: OnStar navigation requires the Emergency Verify account information or Directions and Connections update contact information. service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Get driving directions. Requires the built-in system can automatically Push to receive directions or the available Directions and...
Page 359: Connections
OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands Repeat Turn-by-Turn Navigation or screen-based navigation system. During a Planned Route 1. Push . System responds: When ready, the directions will be Cancel Route OnStar ready, then a tone. downloaded to the vehicle. 2. Say Repeat. System responds 1.
Page 360 14-4 OnStar Hands-Free Calling Store a Name Tag for Speed Verify Minutes and Expiration Dialing 1. Push . System responds: Push and say minutes then OnStar ready. 1. Push . System responds: verify to check how many minutes remain and their expiration date. OnStar ready.
Page 361: Diagnostics
OnStar 14-5 Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Information Automatic Crash Response, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Push to request account transfer...
Page 362 14-6 OnStar OnStar services require a vehicle work if the OnStar equipment is not Services for People with electrical system, wireless service, properly installed or it has not been Disabilities and GPS satellite technologies to be properly maintained. If equipment or Advisors provide services to help available and operating for features software is added, connected,...
Page 363 OnStar 14-7 Onstar.com Warranty Global Positioning System (GPS) The website provides access to OnStar equipment may be account information, manages the warranted as part of the new-vehicle Obstruction of the GPS can OnStar subscription, and allows limited warranty. The manufacturer occur in a large city with tall viewing of videos of each service.
Page 364 14-8 OnStar Cellular and GPS Antennas Vehicle and Power Issues Privacy Avoid placing items over or near the OnStar services require a vehicle The complete OnStar Privacy antenna to prevent blocking cellular electrical system, wireless service, Statement may be found at and GPS signal reception.
Page 365 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care When Should an Airbag Exterior ..... 10-82 Accessories and Inflate? ..... .3-21 Interior .
Page 366 INDEX Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Cautions, Danger, and Headlamps ....10-25 Warnings ......iv Battery .
Page 367 INDEX Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Cruise Control ....9-31 Devices, Auxiliary ... . . 7-18 ®...
Page 368 INDEX Driving (cont'd) Electronic Stability Control Engine (cont'd) Vehicle Load Limits ...9-10 (ESC)/Traction Control Overheating ....10-17 Power Messages .
Page 369 INDEX Fluid Fuses ......10-31 General Information Automatic Transmission ..10-12 Engine Compartment Service and Maintenance ..11-1 Brakes .
Page 370 INDEX Heated Front Seats ... . . 3-6 Infotainment ....7-1 Lamps (cont'd) Heated Mirrors .
Page 371 INDEX Lights Locks (cont'd) Messages Airbag Readiness ... . .5-12 Lockout Protection ... . . 2-8 Airbag System ....5-28 Power Door .
Page 372: Passenger Airbag Status
INDEX ® OnStar (cont'd) Parking Emergency ....14-2 Brake ......9-26 Navigation Navigation .
Page 373 INDEX Pregnancy, Using Safety Reclining Seatbacks ... . 3-4 Reporting Safety Defects Belts ......3-15 Recommended Canadian Government .
Page 374 i-10 INDEX Seats (cont'd) Servicing the Airbag ... 3-28 Power Adjustment, Front ..3-4 Shift Lock Control Function Safety Belts ....3-8 Rear .
Page 375 INDEX i-11 Storage Areas Time ......5-5 Tires (cont'd) Center Console ....4-3 Tires Terminology and Definitions .
Page 376 i-12 INDEX Trailer Vehicle (cont'd) Warnings ......iv Towing ......9-42 Load Limits .

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