Cadillac 2014 Escalade ESV Owner's Manual
Cadillac 2014 Escalade ESV Owner's Manual

Cadillac 2014 Escalade ESV Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2014 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
  • Page 3 2014 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual Towing ..... . 10-74 Appearance Care ... 10-74 Service and Maintenance .
  • Page 4: Using This Manual

    This this manual including, but not limited it can be found. would not be covered by the to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, vehicle's warranty. Danger, Warnings, and the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, and ESCALADE are trademarks...
  • Page 5 Introduction Symbols : Antilock Brake System (ABS) : Safety Belt Reminders : Audio Steering Wheel Controls : Tyre Pressure Monitor The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of : Brake System Warning Light : Tow/Haul Mode text. Symbols are shown along with ®...
  • Page 6 In Brief In Brief Windscreen Wiper/Washer . . . 1-13 Climate Controls ... . . 1-14 Transmission ....1-14 Instrument Panel Vehicle Features Instrument Panel .
  • Page 7 In Brief Instrument Panel...
  • Page 8 In Brief ® A. Air Vents on page 8-7. StabiliTrak System on Q. Steering Wheel Controls on page 9-32. page 5-2. B. Indicator Lever. See Indicator and Lane-Change Signals on Rear Park Aid Disable Button. R. Dual Automatic Climate Control page 6-4.
  • Page 9: Initial Drive Information

    In Brief Initial Drive Press and release to locate the vehicle. Information Press and hold for This section provides a brief three seconds to sound the panic overview about some of the alarm. important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. Press again to cancel the panic alarm.
  • Page 10: Door Locks

    In Brief When the vehicle starts, the parking Door Locks lamps will turn on and remain on as There are several ways to lock and long as the engine is running. The unlock the vehicle. doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.
  • Page 11 In Brief Tailgate Manual Tailgate Operation There are several ways to open and close the power tailgate: To unlock the tailgate, press Press and hold on the RKE the power door lock switch or transmitter until the tailgate press on the Remote Keyless starts moving.
  • Page 12: Seat Adjustment

    In Brief Raise or lower the entire seat by Windows Press the switch to lower the moving the entire control up window. Pull the switch up to raise or down. it. See Windows on page 2-17 and Power Windows on page 2-17. See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3-3.
  • Page 13: Memory Features

    In Brief See Lumbar Adjustment on Memory Features Second Row Seats page 3-4. On vehicles with a 60/40 split bench Reclining Seat Backrests or buckets seats, the seat backs can be folded for additional cargo space, or the seats can be folded and tumbled for easy entry/exit to the third row seats.
  • Page 14: Heated And Ventilated Seats

    In Brief Heated and Ventilated display show the selected setting: Press to heat the left three for high, two for medium, and Seats outboard or right outboard seat one for low. cushion and to cycle through the temperature settings. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3-7.
  • Page 15: Mirror Adjustment

    1-10 In Brief Safety Belts Mirror Adjustment Power Folding Mirrors To fold the mirrors: Exterior Mirrors 1. Press (C) to fold the mirrors out to the driving position. 2. Press (D) to fold the mirrors in to the folded position. See Power Mirrors on page 2-15.
  • Page 16 In Brief 1-11 Park Tilt Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview To set the memory position, see Mirror Vehicle Personalisation on If the vehicle has the memory page 5-36. package, the driver and/or The mirror will automatically reduce passenger mirror tilt to a the glare from the headlamps from Throttle and Brake Pedal preselected position when the...
  • Page 17: Interior Lighting

    1-12 In Brief Interior Lighting For more information about interior lamps, see: Dome Lamps Dome Lamps on page 6-6. The dome lamps are located in the Reading Lamps on page 6-6. overhead console. Instrument Panel Illumination They come on when any door is Control on page 6-6.
  • Page 18 In Brief 1-13 AUTO: Automatically turns on the Windscreen Wiper/ : Slow wipes. headlamps at normal brightness, Washer : Fast wipes. along with the parking lamps, instrument panel lights, number : Push the paddle at the top of plate lamps, and tail lamps. the lever to spray washer fluid on the windscreen.
  • Page 19: Climate Controls

    1-14 In Brief Climate Controls Transmission The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with Driver Shift Control (DSC) this system. The DSC switch is located on the shift lever. To enable the DSC feature: 1. Move the column shift lever to the M (Manual) position.
  • Page 20: Vehicle Features

    In Brief 1-15 3. Press the plus/minus buttons, Vehicle Features SET : Press to set the speed and located on the steering column activate cruise control or make the shift lever, to select the desired vehicle decelerate. Cruise Control range of gears for current driving : Press to disengage cruise conditions.
  • Page 21 1-16 In Brief Lighting : Press to display the oil life, Chime Volume units, side blind zone system on/off, tyre pressure readings for vehicles Memory Features with the Tyre Pressure Monitor Digital Speedometer Display System (TPMS), compass zone setting, and compass recalibration. See Vehicle Personalisation on page 5-36.
  • Page 22: Power Outlets

    In Brief 1-17 Rear Vision Keep the sensors on the vehicle's Sunroof rear bumper clean to ensure proper Camera (RVC) operation. If available, the RVC displays a view See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on of the area behind the vehicle on page 9-39.
  • Page 23: Performance And Maintenance

    1-18 In Brief Open/Close: To open the sunroof, The sunroof also has a sunshade Performance and press and hold switch (A) until the which can be pulled forward to block Maintenance sunroof reaches the desired sun rays. The sunshade must be position.
  • Page 24: Driving For Better Fuel Economy

    In Brief 1-19 For more information, see The low tyre pressure warning light Resetting the Oil Life System ® StabiliTrak System on page 9-32. may come on in cool weather when After you change the oil, the oil life the vehicle is first started, and then system will need to be reset.
  • Page 25 1-20 In Brief Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require. Keep vehicle tyres properly inflated. Combine several trips into a single trip. Replace the vehicle's tyres with the same TPC Spec number moulded into the tyre's sidewall near the size.
  • Page 26: Keys, Doors, And

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-15 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-15 Keys Heated Mirrors .
  • Page 27: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System (RKE) System Operation See Declaration of Conformity on The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) page 13-1. transmitter functions work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle. If there is a decrease in the RKE There are other conditions which operating range:...
  • Page 28 Keys, Doors, and Windows If enabled through the Driver dark enough outside. See Press and hold for more than Information Centre (DIC), the Approach Lighting under Vehicle three seconds to activate the panic indicators flash once to indicate Personalisation on page 5-36. alarm.
  • Page 29: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming Transmitters to To replace the battery: Warning the Vehicle 1. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin object inserted into the Only RKE transmitters programmed Make sure that you dispose of old notch, located above the to this vehicle will work.
  • Page 30 Keys, Doors, and Windows During a remote start, if the vehicle Other conditions can affect the The engine will continue to run has an automatic climate control performance of the transmitter. See for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps system and heated seats, the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) for a 10-minute time extension.
  • Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Locks For example, if and then Warning (Continued) pressed again after the vehicle has been running for five minutes, Warning injuries or even death from 10 minutes are added, allowing the heat stroke. Always lock the engine to run for 15 minutes.
  • Page 32: Power Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks When locking the doors with the The vehicle may have an automatic Press on the Remote power lock switch and a door or the lock/unlock feature. This feature can Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
  • Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Warning (Continued) Tailgate 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 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Tailgate Operation Warning To unlock the tailgate, press You, or others, could be injured if the power door lock switch or caught in the path of the power press on the Remote Keyless tailgate. Make sure there is no Entry (RKE) transmitter twice.
  • Page 35 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows The power tailgate may be Obstacle Detection Features Manual Operation of Power temporarily disabled under extreme Tailgate If the tailgate encounters an temperatures, or under low battery obstacle during a power open or To change the tailgate to manual conditions.
  • Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 It is not recommended to drive with Power Assist Steps The assist steps cannot be disabled the tailgate open, however, when in the extended position. driving with the tailgate open; the tailgate should be set to manual operation by pressing OFF on the tailgate switch on the centre console.
  • Page 37: Vehicle Security

    2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security 2. Lock the door with the Remote unlock button on the RKE Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter transmitter during the 10-second This vehicle has theft-deterrent or the power door lock switch. pre-alarm, the alarm will go off. Your features;...
  • Page 38: Immobiliser Operation

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Always unlock the doors with the 4. Then reach in through the Immobiliser Operation RKE transmitter. Unlocking a window, unlock the door with the ® This vehicle has PASS-Key III+ door any other way will set off manual door lock and open the (Personalised Automotive Security the alarm if it is armed.
  • Page 39 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows vehicle will be discouraged because procedure is for programming 4. Insert the new key to be of the high number of electrical key additional keys only. If all the programmed and turn it to the codes.
  • Page 40: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Power Folding Mirrors 1. Press (C) to fold the mirrors out Convex Mirrors to the driving position. 2. Press (D) to fold the mirrors into Warning the folded position. Resetting the Power Folding A convex mirror can make things, Mirrors like other vehicles, look farther...
  • Page 41: Park Tilt Mirrors

    2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows A popping noise may be heard Park Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors during the resetting of the power If the vehicle has the memory foldaway mirrors. This sound is Automatic Dimming package, the driver and/or normal after a manual folding passenger mirror tilt to a Rearview Mirror operation.
  • Page 42: Power Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a Warning pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open either a front window especially with the windows...
  • Page 43 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Express-Down/Up Windows Express Window Anti-Pinch Programming the Power Override Windows Windows with the express feature allow the windows to be raised and If the battery on the vehicle has Warning lowered all the way without holding been recharged, disconnected, or is the switch.
  • Page 44: Sun Visors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 The window is now reprogrammed. Sun Visors Roof Repeat the process for the other windows. Sunroof Window Lockout Pull the sun visor down to block glare. If equipped, detach the sun visor from the centre mount to pivot to the side window or to extend along the rod.
  • Page 45 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Vent: From the closed position, If an object is in the path of the press the rear of switch (B) to vent sunroof while it is closing, the the sunroof. anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof.
  • Page 46 Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belts Passenger Sensing System ..... 3-31 Safety Belts ....3-15 Restraints Servicing the Airbag-Equipped How to Wear Safety Belts...
  • Page 47: Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the To lower the head restraint, press top of the restraint is at the same the button, located on the top of the height as the top of the occupant's seat backrest, and push the head Warning head.
  • Page 48: Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints Remove the head restraint by Front Seats To adjust a power seat: pressing the button on the side of Move the seat forward or each head restraint post and pulling Power Seat Adjustment rearward by sliding the control it up and out from the seatback.
  • Page 49: Lumbar Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints Lumbar Adjustment Reclining Seat Backrests Warning Power Reclining Seatbacks Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body.
  • Page 50: Memory Seats

    Seats and Restraints Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both outside mirrors, power steering column, and the throttle and brake pedals. See Power Mirrors on page 2-15, Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5-2, and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9-18.
  • Page 51 Seats and Restraints brake pedals will move to the If something has blocked the driver A single beep sounds. The driver positions previously stored for the seat, power steering column, or the seat moves back approximately identified driver. adjustable pedals while recalling a 8 cm (3 in) and the power steering memory position, the recall may column moves up and forward.
  • Page 52: Heated And Ventilated Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints Heated and Ventilated The heated and cooled seats are cancelled when the ignition is turned Front Seats off. To use this feature after restarting the vehicle, press the Warning desired button again. If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns.
  • Page 53: Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints Rear Seats The buttons are on the Rear Seat to the third row seat. The seat has Audio (RSA) panel on the rear of either the manual fold and tumble the centre console. feature or the automatic seat Heated Rear Seats release fold and tumble feature.
  • Page 54 Seats and Restraints 2. Move the backrest to the desired Manual Fold and Tumble 2. Lift the lever, on the outboard position, and then release the side of the seat, to release the Feature lever to lock the backrest in seatback.
  • Page 55: Third Row Seats

    3-10 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place. To fold and tumble the seat from the third row seat: 1. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat.
  • Page 56 Seats and Restraints 3-11 Automatic Fold and Tumble Warning (Continued) Feature The transmission must be in stop or crash. Be sure to return P (Park) for this feature to work. the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into Warning place.
  • Page 57: Third Row Seats

    3-12 Seats and Restraints Returning the Seat to the 3. For the 60/40 split-bench seat, make sure the safety belt in the Sitting Position centre seating position is not To return the seat to the sitting caught between the two seats position from the tumbled position: and is not twisted.
  • Page 58 Seats and Restraints 3-13 4. Fold the seatbacks forward 7. Tilt the seat fully forward to lock Warning using lever "1" and the it into place. instructions listed previously 8. Push and pull on the seat to If either seatback is not locked, it under "Folding the Seatbacks."...
  • Page 59 3-14 Seats and Restraints 4. Release the seat from the 8. Push and pull on the backrest to 3. Unlatch the seat from the floor tumbled position by lifting lever make sure it is locked. by pulling the handle at the rear "2"...
  • Page 60: Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints 3-15 Safety Belts Warning Warning (Continued) This section of the manual A seat that is not locked into Always push and pull on the describes how to use safety belts place properly can move around seatbacks to be sure they are properly.
  • Page 61 3-16 Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing Warning (Continued) safety belts makes such good sense. are more likely to be seriously Questions and Answers About injured or killed. Do not allow Safety Belts passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle...
  • Page 62: How To Wear Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints 3-17 Also, in nearly all regions, the There are important things to know would apply force on your law requires wearing safety about wearing a safety belt properly. abdomen. This could cause belts. serious or even fatal injuries. Wear the shoulder belt over the How to Wear Safety Belts shoulder and across the chest.
  • Page 63: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    3-18 Seats and Restraints Lap-Shoulder Belt in this section for instructions on use and important safety All seating positions in the vehicle information. have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight.
  • Page 64: Safety Belt Pretensioners

    Seats and Restraints 3-19 Adjust the height so the shoulder The adjuster can be moved up just portion of the belt is on the shoulder by pushing up on the shoulder belt and not falling off it. The belt should guide.
  • Page 65 3-20 Seats and Restraints Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, the pretensioners and probably other parts of the vehicle's safety belt system will need to be replaced. See Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash on page 3-22. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder...
  • Page 66: Safety Belt Use During

    Seats and Restraints 3-21 To remove and store the comfort Warning (Continued) guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can and across the chest. These parts be removed from the guide. Slide of the body are best able to take the guide onto its storage clip on the belt restraining forces.
  • Page 67: Safety Belt Care

    3-22 Seats and Restraints A pregnant woman should wear a crash. They can rip apart under Replacing Safety Belt lap-shoulder belt, and the lap impact forces. If a belt is torn or System Parts after a portion should be worn as low as frayed, get a new one right away.
  • Page 68: Airbag System

    Seats and Restraints 3-23 See your dealer to have the safety Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word belt assemblies inspected or AIRBAG will appear on the middle The vehicle has the following replaced. part of the steering wheel for the airbags: driver and on the instrument panel New parts and repairs may be...
  • Page 69 3-24 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 when an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured You can be severely injured or...
  • Page 70: Where Are The Airbags

    Seats and Restraints 3-25 Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
  • Page 71 3-26 Seats and Restraints Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar Side Similar Side Similar If the vehicle has seat-mounted side The roof-rail airbags for the driver, If the vehicle has a third row impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger, and passenger seat, the roof-rail airbags...
  • Page 72: When Should An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints 3-27 When Should an Airbag Frontal airbags may inflate at Warning (Continued) different crash speeds. For Inflate? example: that person causing severe injury Frontal airbags are designed to If the vehicle hits a stationary or even death. The path of an inflate in moderate to severe frontal object, the airbags could inflate inflating airbag must be kept...
  • Page 73: What Makes An Airbag

    3-28 Seats and Restraints Frontal airbags are not intended to The vehicle may or may not have In any particular crash, no one can inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear seat-mounted side impact airbags. say whether an airbag should have impacts, or in many side impacts. The vehicle has roof-rail airbags.
  • Page 74: How Does An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints 3-29 Frontal airbag modules are located Seat-mounted side impact and What Will You See after inside the steering wheel and roof-rail airbags distribute the force an Airbag Inflates? instrument panel. For vehicles with of the impact more evenly over the seat-mounted side impact airbags, occupant's upper body.
  • Page 75 3-30 Seats and Restraints off the interior lamps and hazard In many crashes severe enough to Warning warning flashers by using the inflate the airbag, windscreens are controls for those features. broken by vehicle deformation. When an airbag inflates, there Additional windscreen breakage may be dust in the air.
  • Page 76: Passenger Sensing

    Seats and Restraints 3-31 Let only qualified technicians detect the presence of a work on the airbag systems. properly-seated occupant and Improper service can mean that determine if the front passenger an airbag system will not work frontal airbag should be enabled properly.
  • Page 77 3-32 Seats and Restraints When the passenger sensing Warning Warning (Continued) system has turned off the front passenger frontal airbag, the off A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints indicator will light and stay lit to restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the airbag remind you that the airbag is off.
  • Page 78 Seats and Restraints 3-33 wear a safety belt properly - 3. Remove any additional items Also make sure the child whether or not there is an airbag for from the seat such as blankets, restraint is not trapped under the that person.
  • Page 79 3-34 Seats and Restraints If the Off Indicator is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material Warning (Continued) from the seat, such as blankets, Adult-Size Occupant cushions, seat covers, seat ride in the front outboard heaters, or seat massagers. passenger seat, if the passenger 3.
  • Page 80: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped

    Seats and Restraints 3-35 some adult size occupants. If this Warning Warning (Continued) happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again. Stowing of articles under the can still inflate during improper A thick layer of additional material, passenger seat or between the service.
  • Page 81: Airbag System Check

    3-36 Seats and Restraints sensing and diagnostic module, the passenger airbag(s) or Airbag System Check steering wheel, instrument prevent the passenger sensing The airbag system does not need panel, roof-rail airbag modules, system from properly turning off regularly scheduled maintenance or ceiling headliner or pillar garnish the passenger airbag(s).
  • Page 82: Replacing Airbag System Parts After A Crash

    Seats and Restraints 3-37 Replacing Airbag System If the airbag readiness light stays on Child Restraints after the vehicle is started or comes Parts after a Crash on when you are driving, the airbag Older Children system may not work properly. Have Warning the vehicle serviced right away.
  • Page 83 3-38 Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be The manufacturer instructions that According to accident statistics, maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the children and infants are safer when trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that properly restrained in a child return to the booster seat.
  • Page 84: Infants And Young

    Seats and Restraints 3-39 Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Children belt. The belt force would then be Everyone in a vehicle needs applied right on the abdomen. protection! This includes infants and That could cause serious or fatal all other children. Neither the injuries.
  • Page 85 3-40 Seats and Restraints time infants and young children ride Warning (Continued) in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate seat, always move the front child restraints. passenger seat as far back as it Children who are not restrained will go.
  • Page 86: Child Restraint Systems

    Seats and Restraints 3-41 For most basic types of child Child Restraint Systems Warning restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing A young child's hip bones are still a child restraint, be sure it is so small that the vehicle's regular designed to be used in a motor safety belt may not remain low on vehicle.
  • Page 87 3-42 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or ISOFIX system, following the Forward-Facing Child Seat...
  • Page 88: Where To Put The Restraint

    Seats and Restraints 3-43 Children can be endangered in a Securing the Child within the Never put a rear-facing child seat in crash if the child restraint is not the front. This is because the risk to Child Restraint properly secured in the vehicle. the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag deploys.
  • Page 89 3-44 Seats and Restraints Depending on where you place the Warning Warning (Continued) child restraint and the size of the child restraint, you may not be able A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints to access adjacent safety belt restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the airbag assemblies or ISOFIX anchors for...
  • Page 90 Seats and Restraints 3-45 Configurations for Use of Child Restraints Use the following chart to determine which seats in the vehicle are suitable for the carriage of child restraint systems. Mass Group Seating Positions Front Second Row Second Row Third Row Third Row Centre Passenger Outboard...
  • Page 91 3-46 Seats and Restraints ISOFIX Child Restraint Systems Installation Suitability for Various Seating Positions Use the following chart to determine which seats in the vehicle are suitable for the ISOFIX child restraint systems. Mass Class Fixture Vehicle ISOFIX Positions Group Size Front Second Row...
  • Page 92 Seats and Restraints 3-47 Mass Class Fixture Vehicle ISOFIX Positions Group Size Front Second Row Second Second Row Third Row Passenger Left Side Row Centre Right Side Left or Right Outboard (1*) Outboard Side (2*) (1*) (2*) Outboard and Centre ISO/R2 (9 to 18 kg) ISO/R3...
  • Page 93: Isofix Child Restraint

    3-48 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint System Size ISOFIX Child Restraint Classes and Fixtures Systems A - ISO/F3: Full-height forward-facing toddler child restraint system. B - ISO/F2: Reduced-height forward-facing toddler child restraint system. B1 - ISO/F2X: Reduced-height forward-facing toddler child restraint system.
  • Page 94 Seats and Restraints 3-49 Top-Tether Fastening Eyes Third Row Seat Second Row Seat - 60/40 For the third row seat, see the Second Row Seat - Bucket For models with 60/40 second row information following for installing a seating, the top tether anchors are For models with bucket second row child restraint with a top tether in the at the bottom rear of the seat...
  • Page 95: Securing Child Restraints

    3-50 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child restraint in a If the child restraint has the ISOFIX position without a top tether anchor system, see ISOFIX Child Restraint if a national or local law requires Systems on page 3-48 for how and that the top tether be attached, or if where to install the child restraint the instructions that come with the...
  • Page 96 Seats and Restraints 3-51 If more than one child restraint 3. Push the latch plate into the may be helpful to use your knee needs to be installed in the rear buckle until it clicks. to push down on the child seat, be sure to read Where to Put restraint as you tighten the belt.
  • Page 97: Securing Child Restraints

    3-52 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints Warning Warning (Continued) (Front Passenger A child in a rear-facing child will not deploy under some Position) restraint can be seriously injured unusual circumstance, even This vehicle has airbags. A rear or killed if the front passenger though it is turned off.
  • Page 98 Seats and Restraints 3-53 Do not secure a child seat in a Warning (Continued) position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires deactivated. If not, the triggering that the top tether be anchored, or if of the airbags poses a risk of fatal the instructions that come with the injury to the child.
  • Page 99 3-54 Seats and Restraints If the vehicle is equipped with the passenger sensing system, and when the passenger sensing system has turned off the front passenger frontal airbag, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle.
  • Page 100: Storage Compartments

    Storage Storage Storage Press down on the access door release button to open the Compartments cupholder door. Storage Compartments Glove Box Glove Box ....4-1 Cupholders .
  • Page 101: Centre Console Storage

    Storage Insulated containers will not work Vehicles with the rear seat armrest Centre Console Storage properly. Use only non-insulated may also contain cupholders. Pull A console compartment is located containers. down the armrest to use the between the bucket seats. cupholders.
  • Page 102: Roof Rack System

    Storage Roof Rack System For vehicles with crossrails, they control. If driving for a long distance, can be moved back and forth to on rough roads, or at high speeds, help secure cargo. To adjust them, occasionally stop the vehicle to Warning turn the knob located at each end of make sure the cargo remains in its...
  • Page 103 Storage Tie the load to the crossrails or A Centre High-Mounted Brakelamp the siderail supports. Use the (CHMSL) is located above the glass crossrails only to keep the load or above the rear load doors. from sliding. To move the If items are loaded on the roof of the crossrails, pull out on the latch vehicle, care should be taken not to...
  • Page 104 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Vehicle Messages Gauge ..... . 5-12 Vehicle Messages ... 5-27 Controls Seat Belt Reminders .
  • Page 105: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls ® Controls Steering Wheel Controls or folder on an iPod or USB device. Press to reject an incoming call, or to end a call. Steering Wheel Radio Adjustment To select preset or favourite radio stations: Press and release go to the next or previous radio station stored as a preset or favourite.
  • Page 106: Heated Steering Wheel

    Instruments and Controls Press and hold this button for longer Heated Steering Wheel 3. Press and release to move up than one second to initiate voice one track within the selected recognition for the navigation category. system. Navigating an iPod or USB Device (Seek): Press to seek the next on the Music Navigator Screen radio station, the next track or...
  • Page 107: Windscreen Wiper/Washer

    Instruments and Controls Windscreen Wiper/ Clear ice and snow from the wiper Rear Window Wiper/ blades before using them. If frozen Washer Washer to the windscreen, carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged wiper The rear wiper control is on the blades should be replaced.
  • Page 108: Compass

    Instruments and Controls Compass To adjust for compass variance, use the following procedure: The vehicle may have a compass in Compass Variance (Zone) the Driver Information Centre (DIC). Procedure Compass Zone 1. Do not set the compass zone Under certain circumstances, such when the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 109 Instruments and Controls available variance zone. Repeat the compass. Such interference 2. Press the vehicle information this step until the appropriate may be caused by a magnetic CB or button until PRESS variance zone is displayed. mobile phone antenna mount, a CALIBRATE COMPASS magnetic emergency light, magnetic displays.
  • Page 110: Clock

    Instruments and Controls Clock The vehicle has three accessory Notice: Leaving electrical power outlets located: equipment plugged in for an The analog clock is not connected extended period of time while the Inside the floor console with any other vehicle system and vehicle is off will drain the storage bin.
  • Page 111: Cigarette Lighter

    Instruments and Controls power outlets are designed for An indicator light on the outlet turns The power outlet is not designed for accessory power plugs only, such on to show it is in use. The light and may not work properly, if the as mobile phone charge cords.
  • Page 112: Ashtrays

    Instruments and Controls heating element when it is hot. Warning Lights, When one of the warning lights Damage from overheating can comes on and stays on while Gauges, and occur to the lighter or heating driving, or when one of the gauges element, or a fuse could be shows there may be a problem, Indicators...
  • Page 113: Instrument Cluster

    5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster...
  • Page 114: Speedometer

    Instruments and Controls 5-11 Speedometer Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer shows the vehicle The trip odometer can show how far speed in both kilometers per hour the vehicle has been driven since (km/h) and miles per hour (mph). the trip odometer was last set to zero.
  • Page 115: Engine Coolant Temperature

    5-12 Instruments and Controls Here are some situations owners Engine Coolant See Engine Overheating on may experience with the fuel gauge. page 10-17. Temperature Gauge None of these indicate a problem Seat Belt Reminders with the fuel gauge. At the gas station, the fuel pump Driver Safety Belt Reminder shuts off before the gauge Light...
  • Page 116: Airbag Readiness Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-13 If the driver safety belt is buckled, If the passenger safety belt is neither the light nor the chime fastened, neither the chime nor the comes on. light comes on. The front passenger safety belt Passenger Seat Belt Reminder warning light and chime may turn on Light if an object is put on the seat such...
  • Page 117: Passenger Airbag Status

    5-14 Instruments and Controls If there is a problem with the airbag If the off symbol is lit on the airbag system, a Driver Information Centre status indicator, it means that the (DIC) message may also come on. passenger sensing system has See Airbag System Messages on turned off the front passenger frontal page 5-34.
  • Page 118: Charging System Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-15 Charging System Light checked immediately. If the vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on, turn off accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Malfunction If the malfunction indicator lamp Indicator Lamp comes on while the engine is running, this indicates that the OBD This light comes on briefly when the...
  • Page 119 5-16 Instruments and Controls smoothly. This could lead to could damage the emission control The following may correct an costly repairs that might not be system on the vehicle. Diagnosis emission control system covered by the vehicle warranty. and service might be required. malfunction: Notice: Modifications made to the To prevent more serious damage to...
  • Page 120: Brake System Warning

    Instruments and Controls 5-17 If one or more of these conditions happen if the 12-volt battery has occurs, change the fuel brand used. recently been replaced or run It may require at least one full tank down. The diagnostic system is of the proper fuel to turn the light off.
  • Page 121: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    5-18 Instruments and Controls The vehicle brake system consists If the light comes on while driving, Antilock Brake System of two hydraulic circuits. If one pull off the road and stop carefully. (ABS) Warning Light circuit is not working, the remaining The pedal could be harder to push circuit can still work to stop the or could go closer to the floor.
  • Page 122: Tow/Haul Mode Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-19 ® If the regular brake system warning StabiliTrak OFF Light If the StabiliTrak/TCS system is off, light is also on, the vehicle does not the system does not assist in have anti-lock brakes and there is a controlling the vehicle.
  • Page 123: Tyre Pressure Light

    5-20 Instruments and Controls If the light comes on and stays on When the Light Is On Steady Engine Oil Pressure Light while driving, and a message This indicates that one or more of displays in the Driver Information the tyres are significantly Centre (DIC), have the vehicle underinflated.
  • Page 124: Security Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-21 If the light comes on and stays on, it light will flash rapidly if the alarm Front Fog Lamp Light means that oil is not flowing through system is arming and one or more the engine properly. The vehicle of the monitored entry points is not could be low on oil and it might closed.
  • Page 125: Lamps On Reminder

    5-22 Instruments and Controls For more information see Rear Fog Cruise Control Light Information Displays Lamps on page 6-5. Driver Information Lamps On Reminder Centre (DIC) Your vehicle has a Driver Information Centre (DIC). The DIC displays information about The cruise control light comes on your vehicle.
  • Page 126 Instruments and Controls 5-23 Operation and Displays DIC Buttons the display. The temperature will be shown in °C or °F depending on the The DIC has different displays units selected. which can be accessed by pressing (Vehicle Information): Press the DIC buttons located on the this button to display the oil life, instrument panel, next to the units, side blind zone system on/off,...
  • Page 127 5-24 Instruments and Controls Trip/Fuel Menu Items Fuel Range Average Economy Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL Press the trip/fuel button until (Trip/Fuel): Press this button RANGE displays. This display AVERAGE ECONOMY displays. to scroll through the following menu shows the approximate number of This display shows the approximate items: remaining kilometres (km) or...
  • Page 128 Instruments and Controls 5-25 Timer Transmission Temperature Average Vehicle Speed Press the trip/fuel button until Press the trip/fuel button until Press the trip/fuel button until TIMER displays. This display can be TRANS TEMP displays. This AVERAGE SPEED displays. This used as a timer. display shows the temperature of display shows the average speed in the automatic transmission fluid in...
  • Page 129 5-26 Instruments and Controls When the remaining oil life is low, Side Blind Zone Alert the vehicle information will then be the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON displayed in the unit of If your vehicle has the Side Blind message will appear on the display. measurement selected.
  • Page 130: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-27 If the tyre pressure display shows Oil Pressure Vehicle Messages dashes instead of a value, there This display will show the oil Messages displayed on the DIC may be a problem with your vehicle. pressure in either kilopascals (kPa) indicate the status of the vehicle or If this consistently occurs, see your or pounds per square inch (psi).
  • Page 131: Battery Voltage And Charging

    5-28 Instruments and Controls Battery Voltage and battery. Turn off all unnecessary check for the message on the DIC accessories. Have the electrical display. If the message is still Charging Messages system checked as soon as displayed or appears again when possible.
  • Page 132: Engine Cooling System

    Instruments and Controls 5-29 LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN ENGINE HOT A/C (Air Conditioning) TURNED OFF This message displays and a chime This message displays and a chime sounds if the driver side rear door is sounds if the passenger side rear This message displays when the not fully closed and the vehicle is door is not fully closed and the...
  • Page 133: Engine Oil Messages

    5-30 Instruments and Controls See Overheated Engine Protection message. See Engine Oil on This message displays if low oil Operating Mode on page 10-19 for page 10-6 and Scheduled pressure levels occur. Stop the information on driving to a safe Maintenance on page 11-1 for more vehicle as soon as safely possible place in an emergency.
  • Page 134: Fuel System Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-31 next time the vehicle is driven. The been left off or improperly installed. SERVICE RIGHT HEADLAMP vehicle may be driven at a reduced A loose or missing fuel cap allows ASSEMBLY speed while this message is on, but fuel to evaporate into the On some models, this message will acceleration and speed may be...
  • Page 135 5-32 Instruments and Controls PARKING ASSIST OFF SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE SIDE BLIND ZONE SYSTEM ALERT SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE After the vehicle has been started, this message displays to remind the If your vehicle has the Side Blind If your vehicle has the Side Blind driver that the Ultrasonic Rear Zone Alert (SBZA) system and this Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this...
  • Page 136: Ride Control System

    Instruments and Controls 5-33 Ride Control System SERVICE TRACTION TRACTION XX CONTROL STABILITRAK XX Messages If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this This message displays when the SERVICE STABILITRAK message displays when there is a traction control and/or StabiliTrak problem with the Traction Control systems have been turned on or off.
  • Page 137: Airbag System Messages

    5-34 Instruments and Controls STABILITRAK OFF may also The message turns off as soon as Tyre Messages display when the stability control the conditions that caused the SERVICE TIRE MONITOR has been automatically disabled. message to be displayed are no There are several conditions that longer present.
  • Page 138: Transmission Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-35 TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE come on. See Tyre Pressure Light the end of the shift lever. See Tow/ on page 5-20. You can receive more Haul Mode on page 9-28, Automatic On vehicles with the Tyre Pressure than one tire pressure message at a Transmission on page 9-25, and Monitor System (TPMS), this...
  • Page 139: Vehicle Reminder

    5-36 Instruments and Controls MANUAL SHIFT Vehicle Reminder Vehicle Messages This message displays when the Personalisation automatic transmission is in manual ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE Your vehicle may have mode. See Manual Mode on WITH CARE customisation capabilities that allow page 9-27 for more information. you to program certain features to This message displays when ice TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE...
  • Page 140 Instruments and Controls 5-37 Entering the Feature DIC display. Press the set/reset ARABIC: All messages will appear button once to display all DIC in Arabic. Settings Menu messages in English. CHINESE: All messages will 1. Turn the ignition on and place appear in Chinese.
  • Page 141 5-38 Instruments and Controls Press the customisation button until AUTO DOOR UNLOCK ALL AT KEY OUT: All of the doors AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the will unlock when the key is taken This feature allows you to select DIC display. Press the set/reset out of the ignition.
  • Page 142 Instruments and Controls 5-39 Press the customisation button until To select a setting, press the set/ LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on reset button while the desired lamps will flash when you press the the DIC display. Press the set/reset setting is displayed on the DIC.
  • Page 143 5-40 Instruments and Controls power door lock switch twice. See is dark enough outside. This APPROACH LIGHTING Delayed Locking on page 2-7 for happens after the key is turned from This feature allows you to select more information. ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF. whether or not to have the exterior Press the customisation button until lamps turn on briefly during low light...
  • Page 144 Instruments and Controls 5-41 The lamps will remain on for NORMAL: The chime volume will Press the customisation button until 20 seconds or until the lock button be set to a normal level. PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on on the RKE transmitter is pressed, the DIC display.
  • Page 145 5-42 Instruments and Controls To select a setting, press the set/ power steering column will move up turn off the automatic easy exit reset button while the desired when the key is removed from the feature. See Memory Seats on setting is displayed on the DIC.
  • Page 146 Instruments and Controls 5-43 MEMORY SEAT RECALL NO CHANGE: No change will be ON (default): The remote start made to this feature. The current feature will be enabled. This feature allows you to select setting will remain. your preference for the remote NO CHANGE: No change will be memory seat recall feature.
  • Page 147 5-44 Instruments and Controls NO CHANGE: No change will be DO NOT RESTORE: The Exiting the Feature made to this feature. The current customisation features will not be Settings Menu setting will remain. set to their factory default settings. The feature settings menu will be To select a setting, press the set/ To select a setting, press the set/ exited when any of the following...
  • Page 148: Exterior Lamp Controls

    Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting AUTO (Automatic): Automatically turns on the headlamps at normal brightness, together with the Exterior Lamp Controls following: Exterior Lighting Position Lamps Exterior Lamp Controls ..6-1 Exterior Lamps Off Instrument Panel Lights Reminder .
  • Page 149: Exterior Lamps Off

    Lighting When the headlamps are turned on ends (if enabled in the DIC). See Flash-to-Pass while the vehicle is on, the Exit Lighting under Vehicle This feature lets you use the headlamps will turn off automatically Personalisation on page 5-36. main-beam headlamps to signal a 10 minutes after the ignition is driver in front of you that you want...
  • Page 150: Automatic Headlamp

    Lighting Automatic Headlamp system. Do not cover the sensor, bright as usual. Make sure the otherwise the headlamps may come instrument panel brightness control System on when they are not needed. is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Illumination When it is dark enough outside, the The system may also turn on the Control on page 6-6.
  • Page 151: Hazard Lights

    Lighting not operating, these lamps turn off. Turn and Lane-Change The stalk returns to its starting position whenever it is released. Move the exterior lamp control to Signals If after signalling a turn or a lane to disable this feature. change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on, a signal bulb may Hazard Lights...
  • Page 152: Front Fog Lamps

    Lighting Front Fog Lamps When the headlamps are changed When the rear fog lamps are on, the to main-beam, the fog lamps also indicator light will also be on. go off. When the main-beam The rear fog lamps may not turn on headlamps go off, the fog lamps will when a trailer is connected to the come on again.
  • Page 153: Interior Lighting

    Lighting Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamps are located in the Instrument Panel overhead console. Illumination Control They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed. Turn the instrument panel brightness knob located below the dome lamp override button, (Dome Off): Press the button clockwise to the farthest position to...
  • Page 154: Lighting Features

    Lighting Lighting Features Battery Load enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high Management electrical loads. Entry Lighting The vehicle has Electric Power A high electrical load occurs when Management (EPM) that estimates The vehicle has an illuminated entry several of the following are on, such the battery's temperature and state feature.
  • Page 155: Battery Power Protection

    Lighting displayed, such as BATTERY LOW START VEHICLE. If this message displays, it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible and restart the vehicle. See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 5-28. Battery Power Protection This feature shuts off the dome lamps if they are left on for more than 10 minutes when the ignition is...
  • Page 156 Infotainment System Infotainment Configure Menu ... . . 7-51 Introduction Global Positioning System Read this manual thoroughly to System (GPS) ....7-56 become familiar with how the Vehicle Positioning .
  • Page 157: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Set up the audio by presetting Use the navigation system to: When the navigation system is favourite stations, setting the turned on, a screen may appear Plan a route. tone, and adjusting the with information that must be read speakers.
  • Page 158: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Infotainment System Theft-Deterrent Feature Overview ® TheftLock is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle's radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The radio does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle.
  • Page 159 Infotainment System Q. AUDIO Edit/View" under Configure Menu on (Power/Volume) page 7-51 for deleting information R. FAV (Favourite) (Eject) from the address book. (Phone) C. Mark Touch Screen Button Limit Features While Driving (Sound) (Zoom In) Touch Screen The navigation system may have this feature.
  • Page 160 Infotainment System Storing Radio Station Presets Setting the Clock Entering an Address and Point of Interest, and Storing Preset To set preset radio stations, do the The navigation system digital time Destinations following: and the analogue clock operate independently. Changing the time Entering an Address 1.
  • Page 161 Infotainment System If five or fewer names are 8. Once a street has been 2. A caution may appear. Press the available, a list displays. If more selected, select the House # OK screen button to proceed. than five are available, the List screen button to enter the house 3.
  • Page 162 Infotainment System 8. Select the route preference for that location. Press the Add to Using Your Stored Preset Fastest, Shortest, or Other. The Address Book screen button. Destinations system calculates and highlights The address book screen These destinations are available for the route.
  • Page 163: Am-Fm Radio

    Infotainment System Cancelling Guidance 3. Press + or - screen buttons to Radio increase or to decrease the Guidance is cancelled once the final volume of the voice prompts. AM-FM Radio destination is reached. To cancel The system responds with the guidance prior to arrival at the final adjusted voice level.
  • Page 164 Infotainment System that replacement or additional AUDIO: Press to display the audio screen. All station-changing equipment is compatible with the screen. Press to switch between functions can be performed from vehicle before installing it. See AM, FM, DISC, or AUX (Auxiliary), this screen.
  • Page 165 7-10 Infotainment System FM lists may also contain a Storing Radio Station Presets category to select if stations in the This feature stores a mix of up to 30 broadcast area support Radio Data AM or FM preset stations. To store Systems (RDS).
  • Page 166 Infotainment System 7-11 Sound Menu Setting the Tone all source types. The type of DSP selected is displayed on the TREBLE: Press + or - to increase status line. or decrease the treble. If a station is weak or has static, decrease the Select from the following DSP treble.
  • Page 167 7-12 Infotainment System 5.1 CH. (Channel): Gives a full features while driving, number of To use AudioPilot: ® affect of surround sound listening. preset pages and Bose 1. Press CONFIG to enter the ® This button is only available when AudioPilot menu screen, then press playing DVD video discs that...
  • Page 168 Infotainment System 7-13 ® AudioPilot . For more information The RDS system is always on. on AudioPilot, visit www.bose.com/ When information is broadcast from audiopilot. the FM station that is playing, the station name or call letters displays Radio Data System (RDS) on the audio screen.
  • Page 169 7-14 Infotainment System Regional: Press this screen button Remove/Add FM Categories: Traffic Announcement to restrict the RDS alternate Press this screen button to view the Enable this option so that the frequency search to network RDS program types. navigation system can provide stations within the same region as verbal announcements for a traffic the current station.
  • Page 170: Radio Reception

    Infotainment System 7-15 playing, the audio source aerial are not damaged. There is automatically switches to the enough space between the grid The range for most AM stations is current station. lines to attach a mobile telephone greater than for FM, especially at aerial without interfering with radio night.
  • Page 171: Audio Players

    7-16 Infotainment System Audio Players If the ignition or radio is turned off Playing an Audio CD with a CD in the player, it stays in the player. When the ignition or CD/DVD Player radio is turned on, the CD starts playing where it stopped, if it was The player can be used for CD, the last selected audio source.
  • Page 172 Infotainment System 7-17 3. If either arrow is pressed more DVD player can also be used for the (Rewind): than once, the player continues rear seat passengers with the radio 1. Press and hold this button to moving backward or forward off.
  • Page 173 7-18 Infotainment System There are three ways to play has not been tuned off, the RSE Return: Press to go back to the a DVD: and the RSA can be turned back previous DVD menu. on by pressing this knob and will Once a DVD is inserted, the Back: Press to go back to the main continue play of the last active...
  • Page 174 Infotainment System 7-19 when the DVD is stopped. This (Rewind): button is not available for DVD 1. Press and release to rewind audio. through the scene, chapters, and Subtitle: Press to playback the titles. video with subtitles. This is not 2.
  • Page 175 7-20 Infotainment System Search: Press to display the Auto (Automatic): Press so the languages, parental level, audio, search screen. Select Title or system can automatically adjust the and to view the aspect of the DVD. Chapter Search for DVD video and navigation screen background These settings are not available on Group or Track for DVD audio.
  • Page 176 Infotainment System 7-21 Subtitle Language: Press English, Type in a password that you will be 2. Press again to go to the Francais, Espanol, Italiano, able to remember. Once the previous track or chapter. This or Deutsch to change the default password is created, you can then button may not work when the language of the subtitles that the...
  • Page 177 7-22 Infotainment System There may have been a problem damage the surface. Pick up discs description label is needed, try while burning the CD/DVD. by grasping the outer edges or the labelling the top of the recorded CD edge of the hole and the outer edge. or DVD with a soft marker.
  • Page 178 Infotainment System 7-23 Up to 65,535 files. To connect an iPod, connect one end of the USB cable that came Folder and file names up to with the iPod to the iPod's dock 64 bytes. connector and connect the other Files with an .mp3 or .wma file end to the USB port.
  • Page 179 7-24 Infotainment System 7. Press the Exit button to go back to the main audio screen. 4. Select an Artist, Album, or Track A warning message will display for a from that list. few seconds. 5. Press the up or down arrows 8.
  • Page 180: Mp3

    Infotainment System 7-25 Bit rates supported: 32, 40, 48, The files can be recorded on a 56, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 160, CD-R or CD-RW with a 192, 224, 256, and 320 kbps. maximum capacity of 700MB. ID3 tag information is displayed DVD with MP3 are not playable by the radio if it is available.
  • Page 181 7-26 Infotainment System No Folder File System and Naming ignition or radio, the CD starts playing where it stopped, if it was When the CD contains only The song name that displays is the the last selected audio source. compressed files, the files are song name that is contained in the located under the root folder.
  • Page 182 Infotainment System 7-27 DISC: Press to view the list of 2. Press the middle screen button, (Eject): Press to eject a disc: loaded disc(s). Select the disc with the folder, artist, or album to play. name, to sort the MP3 by folder, artist, or album.
  • Page 183: Auxiliary Devices

    7-28 Infotainment System When playing an MP3 the rear seat To use a portable audio player, Drivers are encouraged to set up operator can power on the RSE connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to any auxiliary device while the video screen and use the remote the radio's front auxiliary input jack.
  • Page 184: Rear Seat Infotainment

    Infotainment System 7-29 2. Press AUDIO then press AUDIO Rear Seat one time. Changing the band on the again, repeatedly until AUX RSA or the front radio will change Infotainment (auxiliary) is selected or press band on the other system. the AUX screen button.
  • Page 185 7-30 Infotainment System function is inactive, with some cursor up or down on the menu. radios, if the front seat passengers © ¨ Hold the left or right seek arrow are listening to the radio. to perform a cursor left or right on the menu.
  • Page 186: Using The Navigation

    Infotainment System 7-31 Navigation 3. Press and hold for more than FAV (Favourite): Press to access two seconds to turn off the the preset stations. See "Storing navigation system, the Rear Radio Station Presets" under Using the Navigation Seat Entertainment (RSE), and Overview on page 7-3.
  • Page 187: Maps

    7-32 Infotainment System splits the screen between the map Touch-Sensitive Screen 0-9 (Numbers): Select to enter screen and the current audio source numbers. Buttons screen menu. (Space): Select to enter a Touch-sensitive screen buttons are RPT (Repeat): Press to repeat the space between characters or the located on the screen.
  • Page 188 Infotainment System 7-33 Detailed Areas streets. Some POI categories, such map accordingly. The scale of a as the city centre POI category, and map can range from 50 m (1/32 mi) Road network attributes are some street addresses are included to 400 km (256 mi).
  • Page 189: Navigation Symbols

    7-34 Infotainment System If scrolling while the vehicle is in Navigation Symbols motion, there is one scroll speed The following symbols are the most and a limited distance to scroll. common symbols that appear on a Keep touching the map screen to map screen.
  • Page 190 Infotainment System 7-35 The north up symbol indicates the map with North Up, known as North Up mode. While in North Up mode, the vehicle icon follows the north direction on the map regardless of which The distance and time to destination The straight line to distance symbol direction the vehicle is travelling.
  • Page 191 7-36 Infotainment System The shaded triangle indicates the Displaying POI icons on the map North direction. While in Heading shows where POIs (e.g. restaurants, Up mode the direction at the top of petrol stations, etc.) are located. the screen and the way the vehicle This screen appears after selecting icon is heading indicates the the POI screen button.
  • Page 192 Infotainment System 7-37 More: Select to view more POI Address Book: Press to add this categories. POI to the address book. See "Nav" under Configure Menu on page 7-51 Franchise Search: for information on editing address 1. Press to display a list of pre-set book entries.
  • Page 193 7-38 Infotainment System Driving on a Route 3-D Lane Guidance When driving on a routed destination, the map screen automatically displays the next manoeuvre. When approximately 400 m (1/4 mi) The pop-up displays the next from the next manoeuvre, the manoeuvre direction and the Some major metropolitan areas may screen displays the name and a...
  • Page 194: Destination

    Infotainment System 7-39 Dual Mode Destination Press DEST to access the Destination Entry screen. From this screen, you can select from several options to plan a route by entering destination points. This dual screen symbol displays when the screen is in dual mode. Dual mode displays the route on half of the screen and a manoeuvre or highway exit list on the other half.
  • Page 195 7-40 Infotainment System 4. Once a country has been Start entering the street name. To enter a destination by entering selected the City name category If five or fewer names are the street name first: is automatically selected for available, a list displays. If more 1.
  • Page 196 Infotainment System 7-41 than five are available, the List 9. Select Start Guidance. The route The Last 5 Streets screen screen button displays a is now ready to be started. displays a list of the last five number. This number represents street names that had been See "Getting Started on Your the number of available streets.
  • Page 197 7-42 Infotainment System 6. Select GO. The map screen, To use the point of interest with the destination marked destination entry method by entering displays. the name: 7. Select the route preference 1. Press DEST. (Fastest, Shortest, or Other). 2. Select The system calculates and highlights the route.
  • Page 198 Infotainment System 7-43 6. Select the route preference 5. Select GO, located next to the 4. Select a category. (Fastest, Shortest, or Other). POI. The map screen, with the The system displays available The system calculates and destination marked displays. POI names in the selected highlights the route.
  • Page 199 7-44 Infotainment System 3. Select GO, located next to the destination. The map screen, with the destination marked displays. 4. Select the route preference for Fastest, Shortest, or Other. The system calculates and highlights the route. 5. Select Start Guidance. The route is now ready to be started.
  • Page 200 Infotainment System 7-45 3. Select a previous destination 3. Use and press on the from the list. Use the arrow to map to find the area that you the right of the destination to would like to select as your view the entire destination name destination.
  • Page 201 7-46 Infotainment System Map Coordinates 4. Select Latitude and select either Preset Destination N (North) or S (South) to enter The coordinates destination entry The preset destination entry method the direction of the latitude method lets you select a destination lets you set a destination by coordinate.
  • Page 202 Infotainment System 7-47 To use the preset destination entry 2. Press GO next to the desired method: filling station for location information. 1. Press DEST. 3. Press Cancel if the list of Near 2. Select the desired preset Filling Station is not needed. destination screen button.
  • Page 203 7-48 Infotainment System Turn List (Fast Forward Scroll): Select to scroll to the next stopover Press to view the list of turn manoeuvres for the entire route and or to the final destination. The to avoid turns on the route. (fast forward skip) button changes to a fast speed fast forward.
  • Page 204 Infotainment System 7-49 Add Stopover To add a stopover: 8. Select Start Guidance. The route is now ready to be started. 1. Press DEST. To delete a stopover from the 2. Select the Add Stopover screen current route: button. This button only appears if a route has been calculated.
  • Page 205 7-50 Infotainment System Press the Add to Address Book Resume Guidance To store the current vehicle position screen button when available on as a preset destination: Press this screen button, from the POI information screens, Route screen, to resume guidance 1.
  • Page 206: Configure Menu

    Infotainment System 7-51 To store an address book entry as a Configure Menu Sound preset destination: Press CONFIG to enter the 1. Select CONFIG. configure menu options, then press CONFIG again, repeatedly until 2. Select the Nav screen button or Sound is selected or press the press CONFIG until Nav is Sound screen button to make...
  • Page 207 7-52 Infotainment System Nav (Navigation) Volume: Press + or - to increase or Allow Time and Seasonal to decrease the volume of the voice Restricted Roads: This feature prompts. The system will respond allows the system to use time with the adjusted voice level. restricted and seasonal roads when calculating a planned route.
  • Page 208 Infotainment System 7-53 5. Press the Phone # screen button 5. The system will ask for you to and use the numeric keyboard to state the name. You will have input or change the phone four seconds to state the name. number.
  • Page 209 7-54 Infotainment System 4. A list of all the address book Off-Road Mode Display entries will display. Press and To turn the Off-road mode on or off: hold Clear All. 1. Press CONFIG. 5. A confirmation pop-up will 2. Press the Nav screen button. display.
  • Page 210 Infotainment System 7-55 Brightness/Contrast/Mode Night: Press to make the map For more information about the Rear background darker. Vision Camera, see Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9-42 in the Day: Press to make the map vehicle owner manual. background brighter. Rear Display(s) Rear Vision Camera (If Equipped) Press this screen button to change...
  • Page 211: Global Positioning

    7-56 Infotainment System Objects are located on the front Setting the Clock Global Positioning dash of the vehicle. System (GPS) The navigation system time and the Satellites are being repaired or analogue clock operate The navigation system determines improved. independently. Changing the time the position of the vehicle by using through the navigation system does After-market glass tinting has...
  • Page 212: Vehicle Positioning

    Infotainment System 7-57 Vehicle changes directions more Vehicle Positioning See your dealer if other problems than once, or when the vehicle is occur. At times, the position of the vehicle turning on a turn table in a on the map may be inaccurate due parking lot.
  • Page 213: If The System Needs

    7-58 Infotainment System Automatic rerouting may display If the System Needs Database Coverage a route returning to the set Service Explanations stopover if you are heading for a destination without passing If your system needs service and Coverage area depends upon the through a set stopover.
  • Page 214: Climate Control Systems

    Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with Dual Automatic Climate Control this system. System ..... . 8-1 Rear Climate Control System .
  • Page 215 Climate Controls Off: Press the driver side forward unless it is set to Use the steps below to place the temperature knob to turn the climate recirculation mode. See entire system in automatic mode: control system off. Outside air still Recirculation later in this section.
  • Page 216 Climate Controls 2. Set the driver and passenger To avoid blowing cold air in cold When the system is turned off, the temperature. weather, the system will delay display goes blank after displaying turning on the fan until warm air is the current status of the system.
  • Page 217 Climate Controls freezing. The recirculation mode If vent, bi-level, or floor mode is On hot days, open the windows long cannot be selected while in the selected again, the climate control enough to let hot inside air escape. demist mode. system displays the previous This helps to reduce the time it temperature settings.
  • Page 218 Climate Controls The recirculation mode cannot be Rear Window Demister Heated Mirrors: Press to help used with floor, demist, or defrost clear mist or frost from the surface The rear window demister uses a modes. If recirculation is selected of the outside mirror. See Heated warming grid to remove mist from with one of those modes, the Mirrors on page 2-16.
  • Page 219: Rear Climate Control System

    Climate Controls Rear Climate Control System The rear climate control system can also be turned off by pressing and For vehicles with the rear heat and air conditioning controls, they are holding the button. To turn the integrated with the rear seat audio controls located in the centre console. system on from the rear seats, The system can be controlled from the front controls as well as the rear press any rear climate control...
  • Page 220: Air Vents

    Climate Controls Automatic Operation, If Manual Operation Air Vents Equipped (Fan Control): Press these Use the air outlets located in the buttons on the rear seat audio AUTO: Press the air delivery mode centre and on the side of the control panel to increase or button until this setting is selected to instrument panel to direct the...
  • Page 221 Climate Controls Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout the vehicle. Adding outside equipment to the front of the vehicle, such as bonnet-air deflectors, may affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system.
  • Page 222 Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting out of Park ..9-22 Road Sensing Suspension . . . 9-35 Parking over Things Continuous Damping Operating That Burn ....9-23 Control (CDC) .
  • Page 223: Driving Information

    Driving and Operating Trailer Towing ....9-50 Driving Information Braking Towing Equipment ... 9-53 Braking action involves perception Trailer Sway Defensive Driving time and reaction time.
  • Page 224: Steering

    Driving and Operating power brake assist but it will be Bend Tips Off-Road Recovery used when the brake is applied. Take bends at a reasonable Once the power assist is used up, it speed. can take longer to stop and the Reduce speed before entering brake pedal will be harder to push.
  • Page 225: Loss Of Control

    Driving and Operating 3. Turn the steering wheel to go If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help straight down the roadway. these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. Ease your foot off the Loss of Control Off-Road Driving accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go.
  • Page 226 Driving and Operating Know the local laws that apply to Warning Warning (Continued) off-road driving. To gain more ground clearance if Keep cargo in the cargo area When driving off-road, bouncing needed, it may be necessary to as far forward and as low as and quick changes in direction remove the front fascia lower possible.
  • Page 227 Driving and Operating Do not damage shrubs, flowers, Never go downhill forward or cannot be seen, get out of the trees, or grasses or disturb backward with either the vehicle and walk the hill before wildlife. transmission or transfer case in driving further.
  • Page 228 Driving and Operating brakes to slow the vehicle and 2. Shift into P (Park) and then 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted help keep the vehicle under restart the engine. after stalling, apply the parking control. brake, shift an automatic If driving uphill when the transmission into P (Park), and vehicle stalls, shift to...
  • Page 229 Driving and Operating Hidden obstacles can make the Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, Warning steepness of the incline more or Ice severe. If a rock is driven across Use a low gear when driving in mud Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, with the uphill wheels, or if the the deeper the mud, the lower the or rivers can be dangerous.
  • Page 230: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating Notice: Do not drive through After operation in mud or sand, Warning standing water if it is deep have the brake linings cleaned and enough to cover the wheel hubs, checked. These substances can Wet brakes can cause crashes. axles or exhaust pipe.
  • Page 231: Highway Hypnosis

    9-10 Driving and Operating Have good tyres with proper Aquaplaning Hill and Mountain Roads tread depth. See Tyres on Aquaplaning is dangerous. Water Driving on steep hills or through page 10-40. can build up under the vehicle's mountains is different than driving Turn off cruise control.
  • Page 232: Winter Driving

    Driving and Operating 9-11 Pay attention to special road Try not to break the fragile traction. Warning signs (falling rocks area, winding If you accelerate too fast, the drive roads, long grades, overtaking or wheels will spin and polish the Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) no-overtaking zones) and take surface under the tyres even more.
  • Page 233 9-12 Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: Adjust the climate control vehicle unless there is help nearby. system to a setting that Clear away snow from around To get help and keep everyone in...
  • Page 234: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating 9-13 faster than the idle speed. This Release the accelerator pedal while Warning keeps the battery charged to restart shifting, and press lightly on the the vehicle and to signal for help accelerator pedal when the If the vehicle's tyres spin at high with the headlamps.
  • Page 235: Vehicle Load Limits

    9-14 Driving and Operating Vehicle Load Limits Tyre and Loading Information Label It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all non-factory-installed options.
  • Page 236 Driving and Operating 9-15 A vehicle specific Tyre and weight of the driver, passengers, Never exceed the GVWR for Loading Information label is and cargo should never exceed your vehicle, or the GAWR for attached to the rear pillar of the your vehicle's capacity weight.
  • Page 237 9-16 Driving and Operating The label will help you decide There is also important loading Warning how much cargo and installed information for off-road driving in equipment your vehicle can this manual. See "Loading Your Things you put inside the carry.
  • Page 238: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating 9-17 Automatic Level Control to LOCK. You may hear the air Starting and compressor operating when the The automatic level control rear Operating height is being adjusted. suspension comes as a part of the Road Sensing Suspension. If a weight-distributing hitch is New Vehicle Run-In See Road Sensing Suspension...
  • Page 239: Adjustable Throttle And Brake

    9-18 Driving and Operating breaking-in guideline every Ignition Positions time you get new brake linings. Do not tow a trailer during run-in. See Trailer Towing on page 9-50 for the trailer towing capabilities of the The switch used to adjust the vehicle and more pedals is located on the centre information.
  • Page 240 Driving and Operating 9-19 will remain active. See Retained 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, Accessory Power (RAP) on This can be done while the and must be shut off while driving, page 9-21.
  • Page 241: Starting The Engine

    9-20 Driving and Operating for emission inspection purposes. Starting the Engine The vehicle has a The switch stays in this position Computer-Controlled Cranking Move the shift lever to P (Park) or when the engine is running. The System. This feature assists in N (Neutral).
  • Page 242: Retained Accessory

    Driving and Operating 9-21 prevent possible vehicle vehicle starts briefly but then These features work when the key component damage. When this stops again, repeat these steps. is in ON/RUN or ACC/ happens, hold the ignition switch This clears the extra petrol from ACCESSORY.
  • Page 243: Shifting Out Of Park

    9-22 Driving and Operating Leaving the Vehicle with the If you have to leave the vehicle with When you are ready to drive, move the engine running, be sure the the shift lever out of P (Park) before Engine Running vehicle is in P (Park) and the releasing the parking brake.
  • Page 244: Parking Over Things

    Driving and Operating 9-23 The shift lock release is always Parking over Things or merging onto a freeway, the functional except in the case of an system will maintain full-cylinder That Burn uncharged or low voltage (less than operation. 9 volt) battery. If the vehicle has an Active Fuel Warning If the vehicle has an uncharged...
  • Page 245: Engine Exhaust

    9-24 Driving and Operating 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. damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be...
  • Page 246: Automatic Transmission

    Driving and Operating 9-25 Automatic When parked on a hill, especially Warning (Continued) when the vehicle has a heavy load, Transmission you may notice an increase in the See Shifting Into Park on effort to shift out of P (Park). See ®...
  • Page 247 9-26 Driving and Operating D (Drive): This position is for The vehicle has a shift stabilisation Warning normal driving. It provides the best feature that adjusts the transmission fuel economy. If you need more shifting to the current driving Shifting into a drive gear while the power for overtaking, and you are: conditions in order to reduce rapid engine is running at high speed is...
  • Page 248: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating 9-27 a heavy load or when temperature spin the tyres. When stopping on Manual Mode changes. During this adaptive shift a hill, use the brakes to hold the Driver Shift Control (DSC) controls process, shifting may feel vehicle in place.
  • Page 249: Tow/Haul Mode

    9-28 Driving and Operating displayed on the second line. The Tow/Haul Mode Also see Tow/Haul Mode under number displayed in the DIC is the Towing Equipment on page 9-53 for highest gear that can be used. more information. However, the vehicle can The Tow/Haul Mode works with the automatically shift to lower gears as ®...
  • Page 250: Drive Systems

    Driving and Operating 9-29 To disable or enable Tow/Haul Drive Systems Brakes Grade Braking within the current ignition key cycle, press and hold All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake the Tow/Haul button for System (ABS) three seconds. A DIC message will If the vehicle has this feature, be displayed.
  • Page 251: Parking Brake

    9-30 Driving and Operating If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS computer senses that the wheels...
  • Page 252: Brake Assist

    Driving and Operating 9-31 brake is fully released and the module to supplement the power and hold the vehicle at a complete brake warning light is off before brake system under conditions standstill on an incline, HSA will driving. where the driver has quickly and automatically activate.
  • Page 253: Ride Control Systems Stabilitrak System

    9-32 Driving and Operating Ride Control Systems the vehicle is started. See Trailer If a DIC message appears, make Sway Control (TSC) on page 9-57 sure the StabiliTrak system has not for more information. been turned off using the Traction ®...
  • Page 254 Driving and Operating 9-33 the appropriate DIC message It is recommended to leave the displays. This will also disable the system on for normal driving TSC feature. conditions, but it may be necessary to turn the system off if the vehicle Traction control and StabiliTrak can is stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow, be turned on by pressing and...
  • Page 255: Locking Rear Axle

    9-34 Driving and Operating brakes to each individual wheel wheel(s) excessively while these Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a (brake-traction control) as lights and messages are Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature. necessary. displayed. See Trailer Sway Control (TSC) on page 9-57. TCS is enabled automatically when TCS may activate on dry or rough the vehicle is started.
  • Page 256: Road Sensing Suspension

    Driving and Operating 9-35 Road Sensing Continuous Damping loaded or towing a trailer. See Tow/ Haul Mode under Trailer Towing on Suspension Control (CDC) page 9-50. The Road Sensing Suspension This vehicle may have a continuous Automatic Level Control (RSS) feature provides superior damping control system called ®...
  • Page 257: Cruise Control

    9-36 Driving and Operating has been turned off. You may hear Cruise Control When the brakes are applied, cruise the air compressor operating when control is turned off. the height is being adjusted. This vehicle has a Hydra-Matic Warning If a weight-distributing hitch is being 6-speed automatic transmission, used, it is recommended to allow see Gradient Braking under Tow/...
  • Page 258 Driving and Operating 9-37 Resuming a Set Speed (Cancel): Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the If the cruise control is set at a set speed from memory. desired speed and then the brakes are applied, the cruise control is Setting Cruise Control disengaged without erasing the set If the cruise button is on when not in...
  • Page 259 9-38 Driving and Operating Reducing Speed While Using hills, pressing the accelerator pedal Ending Cruise Control Cruise Control may be necessary to maintain There are three ways to end cruise vehicle speed. When going If the cruise control system is control: downhill, Cruise Grade Braking already activated,...
  • Page 260: Object Detection Systems

    Driving and Operating 9-39 Object Detection How the System Works Turning the System On and Off URPA comes on automatically when Systems the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse). A single beep sounds Ultrasonic Parking Assist to indicate the system is working. If available, the Ultrasonic Rear URPA operates only at speeds less Parking Assist (URPA) system uses...
  • Page 261: Side Blind Zone

    9-40 Driving and Operating PARKING ASSIST OFF: This Other conditions may affect system Warning (Continued) message occurs if the driver performance, such as vibrations disables the system or if the vehicle from a pneumatic drill or the all driving conditions. Failure to is driven above 8 km/h (5 mph) in compression of air brakes on a very use proper care when changing...
  • Page 262 Driving and Operating 9-41 (11 ft). The height of the zone is When the vehicle is started, both caution while changing lanes when approximately between outside mirror SBZA displays will towing a trailer. SBZA may alert you 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2 m (6 ft) off the briefly come on to indicate the to objects attached to the vehicle, ground.
  • Page 263: Rear Vision

    9-42 Driving and Operating cleaning both sides of the vehicle shifted into R (Reverse), the video Warning toward the rear corners of the image appears on the navigation vehicle, see your dealer. screen. After a delay, the navigation The RVC system does not display screen displays the last screen after If the SBZA displays do not light up children, pedestrians, bicyclists,...
  • Page 264 Driving and Operating 9-43 The delay that is received after The symbols appear near objects RVC Location shifting out of R (Reverse) is detected by the URPA system. The approximately 10 seconds. To return symbol may cover the object when to the previous screen sooner, do viewing the navigation screen.
  • Page 265 9-44 Driving and Operating The back of the vehicle is in an Displayed images may be further or accident, the position and closer than they appear. The area mounting angle of the camera displayed is limited and objects can change or the camera can which are close to either corner of be affected.
  • Page 266: Fuel

    Driving and Operating 9-45 Fuel vehicle with the engine running until tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use the fuel is a half tank or less, then petrols with MMT as they can Use the recommended fuel for refuel with the current seasonal fuel. reduce spark plug life and affect proper vehicle maintenance.
  • Page 267: Filling The Tank

    9-46 Driving and Operating Filling the Tank Warning (Continued) Warning Fuel can spray out if the fuel cap is opened too quickly. Fuel vapours and fuel fires burn This spray can happen if the violently and can cause injury or tank is nearly full, and is death.
  • Page 268: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Driving and Operating 9-47 When replacing the fuel cap, insert Notice: If you need a new fuel Warning (Continued) the tether in its hole before cap, be sure to get the right type. tightening the cap. Turn the fuel cap Your dealer can get one for you.
  • Page 269: General Towing

    9-48 Driving and Operating Do not tow a trailer during the Towing Warning (Continued) first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent damage to the engine, axle, General Towing Fully open the air outlets on or other parts. or under the instrument Information Then during the first 800 km panel.
  • Page 270 Driving and Operating 9-49 combination moving and then apply the left. To move the trailer to the Driving on Grades the trailer brake controller by hand right, move your hand to the right. Reduce speed and shift to a lower to be sure the brakes work.
  • Page 271: Trailer Towing

    9-50 Driving and Operating for a few minutes before turning the 3. When the wheel chocks are in in trailer operation are automatic engine off. If the overheat warning place, release the regular brakes transmission fluid, engine oil, axle comes on, see Engine Overheating until the chocks absorb the load.
  • Page 272 Driving and Operating 9-51 Trailering is different than just Trailer weight rating (TWR) is Warning (Continued) driving the vehicle by itself. calculated assuming the tow vehicle Trailering means changes in has only the driver but all required also be damaged; the resulting handling, acceleration, braking, trailering equipment.
  • Page 273 9-52 Driving and Operating can tow. See Vehicle Load Limits on Hitch Type Maximum Tongue Weight page 9-14 for more information Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lbs) about the vehicle's maximum load capacity. Weight Distributing 453 kg (1,000 lbs) Do not exceed the maximum proper.
  • Page 274: Towing Equipment

    Driving and Operating 9-53 Weight of the Trailering vehicle and trailer axles. See Weight-Distributing Hitch "Weight of the Trailer Tongue" in Combination Adjustment Trailer Towing on page 9-50 for It is important that the combination rating limits with various hitch types. of the tow vehicle and trailer does If a step-bumper hitch will be used, not exceed any of its weight ratings...
  • Page 275 9-54 Driving and Operating Hitch Cover (without Dual To reinstall the hitch cover: Hitch Cover (with Dual Exhaust) Exhaust) 1. Hold the cover at a 45 degree angle to the vehicle and push The vehicle may have a hitch cover. To remove the hitch cover: the upper tabs in the hitch cover To remove the hitch cover:...
  • Page 276 Driving and Operating 9-55 3. Turn the fasteners on the lower the instructions for the trailer brakes The seven-wire harness contains tabs 90 degrees clockwise to so they are installed, adjusted and the following trailer circuits: lock the cover in place. maintained properly.
  • Page 277 9-56 Driving and Operating headlamps as a second way to Tow/Haul Mode Tow/Haul is designed to be most boost the vehicle system and effective when the vehicle and charge the battery. trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of the vehicle's Gross Electric Brake Control Wiring Combined Weight Rating (GCWR).
  • Page 278 Driving and Operating 9-57 in unpleasant engine and instrument cluster. Vehicle speed Adding non-dealer accessories can transmission driving characteristics must be reduced. If trailer sway affect the vehicle performance. See and reduced fuel economy. Tow/ continues, StabiliTrak can reduce Accessories and Modifications on Haul is recommended only when engine torque to help slow the page 10-2.
  • Page 279 9-58 Driving and Operating Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty. Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not operating.
  • Page 280 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Brake Fluid ....10-22 Electrical System Battery ..... 10-24 Electrical System All-Wheel Drive .
  • Page 281: Accessories And Modifications

    10-2 Vehicle Care Different Size Tyres and General Information Damage to vehicle components Wheels ....10-53 resulting from modifications or the For service and parts needs, visit Wheel Alignment and Tyre installation or use of non-GM your dealer.
  • Page 282: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care 10-3 Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. Bonnet Before attempting to do your own To open the bonnet: service work, see Airbag System Doing Your Own Check on page 3-36. Service Work Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of Warning any service work performed.
  • Page 283 10-4 Vehicle Care 4. Lift the hood. Before closing the bonnet, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then bring the bonnet from full open to within 152 mm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, then push the front centre of the bonnet with a swift, firm motion to fully close the bonnet.
  • Page 284: Engine Compartment

    Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview 6.2L V8 Engine...
  • Page 285: Engine Oil

    10-6 Vehicle Care A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on H. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of Engine Oil page 10-12. View). See Checking Engine To ensure proper engine Oil under Engine Oil on B. Coolant Surge Tank and performance and long life, careful page 10-6.
  • Page 286 Vehicle Care 10-7 Checking Engine Oil 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it to the engine. If you find that you with a paper towel or cloth, then have an oil level above the It is a good idea to check the engine push it back in all the way.
  • Page 287 10-8 Vehicle Care Specification Viscosity Grade Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause Use and ask for licensed engine oils SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity engine damage not covered by the with the dexos2 approved grade for the vehicle. Do not use vehicle warranty.
  • Page 288: Engine Oil Life System

    Vehicle Care 10-9 Engine Oil Life System be changed at least once a year Automatic Transmission and, at this time, the system must Fluid When to Change Engine Oil be reset. Your dealer has trained service people who will perform this When to Check and Change This vehicle has a computer system work and reset the system.
  • Page 289 10-10 Vehicle Care Change the fluid and filter at the 2. Apply the parking brake and vehicle until the appropriate scheduled maintenance intervals place the shift lever in P (Park). transmission fluid temperature is listed in the Maintenance Schedule reached. 3.
  • Page 290 Vehicle Care 10-11 Hot Check Procedure Use this procedure to check the transmission fluid level when the transmission fluid temperature is between 60°C and 75°C (140°F and 167°F). 1. Locate the transmission dipstick 5. If the fluid level is below the The hot check is the most accurate at the rear of the engine COLD check band, add only...
  • Page 291: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    10-12 Vehicle Care See Engine Compartment necessary to bring the level into interval. See Scheduled Overview on page 10-5 for more the HOT band. If the fluid level is Maintenance on page 11-1. If driving information. low, add only enough fluid to on dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the bring the level into the HOT filter at each engine oil change.
  • Page 292: Cooling System

    Vehicle Care 10-13 Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/ Warning Filter Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires.
  • Page 293: Engine Coolant

    10-14 Vehicle Care Engine Coolant Warning The cooling system in the vehicle is Heater and radiator hoses, and filled with DEX-COOL engine other engine parts, can be very coolant. This coolant is designed to hot. Do not touch them. If you do, remain in the vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km (150,000 mi), whichever you can be burned.
  • Page 294 Vehicle Care 10-15 Helps keep the proper engine Checking Coolant Warning (Continued) temperature. The vehicle must be on a level Notice: If improper coolant surface when checking the coolant mixture, the engine could get too mixture, inhibitors, or additives level. hot but you would not get the are used in the vehicle cooling overheat warning.
  • Page 295 10-16 Vehicle Care How to Add Coolant to the Warning (Continued) Surge Tank cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling Warning system and surge tank pressure cap to cool. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. If no coolant is visible in the surge Coolant contains ethylene glycol tank, add coolant as follows:...
  • Page 296: Engine Overheating

    Vehicle Care 10-17 2. Keep turning the pressure cap 6. Verify coolant level after engine slowly and remove it. is shut off and the coolant is cold. If necessary, repeat coolant fill procedure Steps 1 6. Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur.
  • Page 297 10-18 Vehicle Care If the decision is made not to lift the If Steam Is Coming from the Warning (Continued) bonnet when this warning appears, Engine Compartment get service help right away. See Overheated Engine Warning If the decision is made to lift the Protection Operating Mode on bonnet, make sure the vehicle is page 10-19 for information on...
  • Page 298: Overheated Engine Protection

    Vehicle Care 10-19 Tows a trailer. See Trailer vehicle distance from the vehicle in vehicle to be driven to a safe place Towing on page 9-50. front. If the warning does not come in an emergency. Driving extended back on, continue to drive normally. distances and/or towing a trailer in If the ENGINE OVERHEATED the overheat protection mode...
  • Page 299: Power Steering Fluid

    10-20 Vehicle Care might be heard. This is normal and How to Check Power Steering Notice: Use of the incorrect fluid indicates that the cooling system is may damage the vehicle and the Fluid functioning properly. The fans damages may not be covered by To check the power steering fluid: change to low speed when the vehicle's warranty.
  • Page 300: Brakes

    Vehicle Care 10-21 Fill the washer fluid tank only displays, washer fluid will need to Warning three-quarters full when it is be added to the windscreen washer very cold. This allows for fluid reservoir. The brake wear warning sound fluid expansion if freezing means that soon the brakes will occurs, which could damage not work well.
  • Page 301: Brake Fluid

    10-22 Vehicle Care Brake linings should always be installing disc brake pads that are There are only two reasons why the replaced as complete axle sets. wrong for the vehicle, can change brake fluid level in the reservoir the balance between the front and might go down: Brake Pedal Travel rear brakes - for the worse.
  • Page 302 Vehicle Care 10-23 Always clean the brake fluid Warning reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This If too much brake fluid is added, it helps keep dirt from entering the can spill on the engine and burn, reservoir.
  • Page 303: Battery

    10-24 Vehicle Care If brake fluid is spilled on the Warning Warning vehicle's painted surfaces, the paint finish can be Batteries should not be disposed Batteries have acid that can burn damaged. Be careful not to of with regular refuse. Make sure you and gas that can explode.
  • Page 304: All-Wheel Drive

    Vehicle Care 10-25 All-Wheel Drive What to Use Refer to Recommended Fluids and Transfer Case Lubricants on page 11-5 to If the vehicle is equipped with determine what kind of lubricant All-Wheel Drive, be sure to perform to use. the lubricant checks described in Front Axle this section.
  • Page 305: Rear Axle

    10-26 Vehicle Care What to Use Also, if a vehicle has just been driven before checking the fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and level, it may appear lower than Lubricants on page 11-5 to normal because fluid has travelled determine what kind of lubricant out along the axle tubes and has to use.
  • Page 306: Starter Switch Check

    Vehicle Care 10-27 How to Check Lubricant What to Use 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start Refer to Recommended Fluids and only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). Lubricants on page 11-5 to If the vehicle starts in any other determine what kind of lubricant position, contact your dealer for...
  • Page 307: Ignition Transmission Lock

    10-28 Vehicle Care 2. Apply the handbrake. Be ready Contact your dealer if service is pressure from the regular brake to apply the regular brake required. pedal. Do this until the vehicle is immediately if the vehicle begins held by the parking brake only. Park Brake and P (Park) to move.
  • Page 308: Glass Replacement

    Vehicle Care 10-29 Rear Wiper Blade Replacement 1. Lift the wiper blade assembly up and out of the park rest position. 2. Squeeze the grooved areas on 4. Replace the wiper blade. each side of the blade, and turn 5. Return the wiper blade assembly the blade assembly away from to the park rest position.
  • Page 309: Headlamp Aiming

    10-30 Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement notice that the beam is a slightly different shade than it was originally. Headlamp alignment has been For the proper type of replacement This is normal. preset and should need no further bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on adjustment.
  • Page 310: Number Plate Lamp

    Vehicle Care 10-31 6. Press a new bulb into the Number Plate Lamp socket, insert the socket into the taillamp assembly and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp assembly. 7. Reinstall the tail lamp assembly. When reinstalling, make sure to line up the pins on the tail lamp assembly with the vehicle.
  • Page 311: Replacement Bulbs

    10-32 Vehicle Care 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the Electrical System Headlamp Wiring socket and install the new bulb. An electrical overload may cause 5. Reverse Steps 1 3 to reinstall Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in the number plate lamp.
  • Page 312: Fuses And Circuit

    Vehicle Care 10-33 Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Breakers Fuse Block The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-coloured band The Engine Compartment Fuse inside the fuse.
  • Page 313 10-34 Vehicle Care...
  • Page 314 Vehicle Care 10-35 The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Fuel System Control Trailer Reversing features shown. Lamps Module Fuses Usage Driver Side Headlamp Washer Right Trailer Brake/ Dipped-Beam Indicator Lamp Rear Windscreen Headlamp Washer...
  • Page 315 10-36 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Airbag System Engine Control Daytime Running Lamps 2 (If Equipped) (Battery) Module, Secondary Fuel Pump (Ignition) Sunroof Instrument Panel Cluster Key Ignition System, J-Case Usage Theft Deterrent Not Used Fuses System Auxiliary Climate Cooling Fan 1 Windscreen Wiper...
  • Page 316: Block

    Vehicle Care 10-37 Instrument Panel Fuse J-Case Relays Usage Usage Block Fuses HDLP Dipped-Beam Not Used LO/HID Headlamp Transfer Case Front Fog Lamps LAMP Stud 1 (Trailer Connector Battery Air Conditioning Power) CMPRSR Compressor Mid-Bussed Electrical STRTR Starter Centre 1 PWR/TRN Powertrain Climate Control FUEL...
  • Page 317 10-38 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Driver Side Indicator, Brake lamp Instrument Panel Back Lighting Passenger Side Indicator, Brake lamp Passenger Door Module, Driver Unlock Power Door Lock 2 (Unlock Feature) Power Door Lock 2 (Lock Feature) Brake lamps, Centre High-Mounted The vehicle may not be equipped Brake lamp Fuses...
  • Page 318: Block

    Vehicle Care 10-39 Top View Fuses Usage Circuit Usage Breaker Interior Lamps LT DR Driver Side Power Power Door Lock 1 Window Circuit (Unlock Feature) Breaker Rear Seat Entertainment Harness Connector Usage Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, Power Driver Door Tailgate LT DR Harness Connection...
  • Page 319: Wheels And Tyres

    10-40 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tyres Harness Warning (Continued) Connector Usage Tyres and a serious crash. See HEADLINER Headliner Harness Vehicle Load Limits on Connector 2 Every new GM vehicle has page 9-14. high-quality tyres made by a HEADLINER Headliner Harness Underinflated tyres pose leading tyre manufacturer.
  • Page 320: All-Season Tyres

    Vehicle Care 10-41 See Tyre Pressure for curb. The warranty does not Warning (Continued) High-Speed Operation on cover this type of damage. page 10-44 for inflation pressure Keep tyres set to the correct Worn or old tyres can adjustment for high speed inflation pressure and, when cause a crash.
  • Page 321: Winter Tyres

    10-42 Vehicle Care winter driving conditions, but they If using winter tyres: if frequent driving in cold may not offer the same level of temperatures or on snow or ice Use tyres of the same brand and traction or performance as winter covered roads is expected.
  • Page 322: Tyre Pressure

    Vehicle Care 10-43 Rough ride. Tyre Pressure When to Check Needless damage from Check the tyres once a month Tyres need the correct amount road hazards. or more. of air pressure to operate effectively. The Tyre and Loading Do not forget the spare tyre, Information label on the vehicle if the vehicle has one.
  • Page 323: Tyre Pressure For High-Speed Operation

    10-44 Vehicle Care matches the recommended Loading Information Label. Return Warning (Continued) the tyres to the recommended cold pressure on the Tyre and tyre inflation pressure when Loading Information label, no Sustained high-speed driving high-speed driving has ended. See further adjustment is necessary. causes excessive heat build-up Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-14 If the inflation pressure is low,...
  • Page 324: Tyre Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care 10-45 by the vehicle manufacturer on the Please note that the TPMS is not a wheels on the vehicle that prevent vehicle placard or tyre inflation substitute for proper tyre the TPMS from functioning properly. pressure label. (If your vehicle has maintenance, and it is the driver's Always check the TPMS malfunction tyres of a different size than the size...
  • Page 325 10-46 Vehicle Care the tyres and transmit the tyre pressure levels can be viewed. For The TPMS can warn about a low pressure readings to a receiver additional information and details tyre pressure condition but it does located in the vehicle. about the DIC operation and not replace normal tyre displays, see Driver Information...
  • Page 326 Vehicle Care 10-47 The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or TPMS Malfunction Light and process was not done or not being near facilities using radio Message completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the The TPMS will not function properly rotating the tyres.
  • Page 327: Tyre Inspection

    10-48 Vehicle Care using a TPMS relearn tool, in the the TYRE LEARNING ACTIVE matching process is no longer following order: driver side front message displays on the DIC active. The TYRE LEARNING tyre, passenger side front tyre, screen. ACTIVE message on the DIC passenger side rear tyre, and driver display screen goes off.
  • Page 328: Tyre Rotation

    Vehicle Care 10-49 The tread or sidewall is Anytime unusual wear is Do not include the spare tyre in cracked, cut, or snagged noticed, rotate the tyres as soon the tyre rotation. deep enough to show cord or as possible, check for proper Adjust the front and rear tyres to fabric.
  • Page 329: When It Is Time For New

    10-50 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New have tread wear indicators. See Warning Tyre Inspection on page 10-48 and Tyres Tyre Rotation on page 10-49 for Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the additional information. Factors, such as maintenance, parts to which it is fastened, can temperatures, driving speeds, The rubber in tyres ages over time.
  • Page 330: Buying New Tyres

    Vehicle Care 10-51 Vehicle Storage system rating. When Braking and handling replacement tyres are needed, performance may be adversely Tyres age when stored normally GM strongly recommends affected if all the tyres are not mounted on a parked vehicle. Park buying tyres with the same TPC replaced at the same time.
  • Page 331 10-52 Vehicle Care Warning Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) This vehicle may have a suddenly and cause a crash. Never drive faster than the speed the tyres are rated, regardless of different size spare than the Use only radial-ply tyres with the legal speed limit.
  • Page 332: Different Size Tyres And Wheels

    Vehicle Care 10-53 The Tyre and Loading basis. Consider an alignment check Warning if there is unusual tyre wear or the Information label indicates the vehicle is significantly pulling to one original equipment tyres on the If different sized wheels are used, side or the other.
  • Page 333: Tyre Chains

    10-54 Vehicle Care Each new wheel should have the Notice: The wrong wheel can Tyre Chains same load-carrying capacity, also cause problems with bearing Use tyre chains only where legal diameter, width, offset, and be life, brake cooling, speedometer and only when you must. mounted the same way as the one it or odometer calibration, replaces.
  • Page 334: If A Tyre Goes Flat

    Vehicle Care 10-55 Notice: To help avoid damage to A rear blowout, particularly on a Warning the vehicle, drive slowly, do not curve, acts much like a skid and spin the wheels, and readjust or may require the same correction as Lifting a vehicle and getting under remove the device if it contacts used in a skid.
  • Page 335: Tyre Changing

    10-56 Vehicle Care When the vehicle has a flat tyre (B), Tyre Changing Warning use the following example as a Removing the Spare Tyre and guide to assist in the placement of Changing a tyre can be the wheel blocks (A). Tools dangerous.
  • Page 336 Vehicle Care 10-57 The tools you will be using include To access the spare tyre: the following: 2. Remove the wing nut (B) used to retain the tool bag by turning it anticlockwise. 3. Turn the knob (A) on the jack anticlockwise to release the jack A.
  • Page 337 10-58 Vehicle Care Hoist End of Extension Tool 3. To remove the spare tyre lock insert the ignition key, turn it K. Spare Tyre Lock clockwise and then pull the 1. To reach the hoist shaft access lock out. cover (C), you will first need to remove the hitch cover.
  • Page 338 Vehicle Care 10-59 If the spare tyre does not lower Once the retainer is separated to the ground, the secondary from the pin, tilt the retainer and latch is engaged causing the pull it through the centre of the tyre not to lower. See Secondary wheel along with the cable and Latch System on page 10-66 for latch.
  • Page 339 10-60 Vehicle Care Warning Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift Jacking Locations (Overall View) head into the proper location before raising the vehicle.
  • Page 340 Vehicle Care 10-61 4. Position the jack under the Front Tyre Flat: If the flat tyre is vehicle as shown. on a front tyre of the vehicle, you will need to use the jack handle and only one jack handle extension.
  • Page 341 10-62 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning an emergency, a cloth or a paper Never use oil or grease on bolts towel can be used; however, use or nuts because the nuts might a scraper or wire brush later to come loose. The vehicle's wheel remove all rust or dirt.
  • Page 342 Vehicle Care 10-63 Storing a Flat or Spare Tyre Warning (Continued) and Tools come off. The wheel nuts should Warning be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification Storing a jack, a tyre, or other after replacing. Follow the torque equipment in the passenger specification supplied by the compartment of the vehicle could...
  • Page 343 10-64 Vehicle Care 1. Put the tyre (H) on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear. A. Hoist Assembly B. Hoist Shaft 2. Tilt the tyre toward the vehicle. C.
  • Page 344 Vehicle Care 10-65 To store the tools: 4. Insert the open end of the extension (J) through the hole in the rear bumper (I) (hoist shaft access hole). 7. Make sure the tyre is stored 5. Raise the tyre part way upward. securely.
  • Page 345: Secondary Latch System

    10-66 Vehicle Care 2. Assemble wheel blocks (A) and valve stem pointing down. See jack (E) together with the "Storing a Flat or Spare Tyre and wing nut (F). Tools" under Tyre Changing on page 10-56. 3. Position the jack (E) and wheel blocks (A) in the driver side trim Warning panel over the wheelhouse.
  • Page 346 Vehicle Care 10-67 To release the spare tyre from the 3. Loosen the cable by turning the secondary latch: wrench anticlockwise three or four turns. 4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If the spare tyre lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 under "Removing the Spare Tyre and Tools"...
  • Page 347 10-68 Vehicle Care 10. Turn the wrench clockwise to 13. Disconnect the jack handle raise the jack until it lifts the from the jack and carefully end fitting. remove the jack. Use one hand to push against the spare while 11.
  • Page 348: Full-Size Spare Tyre

    Vehicle Care 10-69 To continue changing the flat tyre, Have the damaged or flat road tyre Jump Starting see "Removing the Flat Tyre and repaired or replaced and installed For more information about the Installing the Spare Tyre" under back onto the vehicle as soon as vehicle battery, see Battery on Tyre Changing on page 10-56.
  • Page 349 10-70 Vehicle Care Notice: Ignoring these steps 2. Get the vehicles close enough turn off or unplug all accessories could result in costly damage to so the jump leads can reach, but on either vehicle when jump the vehicle that would not be be sure the vehicles are not starting the vehicle.
  • Page 350 Vehicle Care 10-71 If the vehicle has a remote Warning Warning (Continued) positive (+) terminal, it is located under a red plastic cover at the An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that positive battery post. To uncover when the engine is not running first.
  • Page 351 10-72 Vehicle Care 5. Check that the jump leads do 8. Now connect the black not have loose or missing negative (-) cable to the insulation. If they do, you could negative (-) terminal of the good get a shock. The vehicles could battery.
  • Page 352 Vehicle Care 10-73 Notice: If the jump leads are To disconnect the jump leads from connected or removed in the both vehicles do the following: wrong order, electrical shorting 1. Disconnect the black negative (-) may occur and damage the cable from the vehicle that had vehicle.
  • Page 353: Towing The Vehicle

    10-74 Vehicle Care Towing To tow the vehicle behind another Appearance Care vehicle for recreational purposes, such as behind a motor home, see Towing the Vehicle Exterior Care Recreational Vehicle Towing following. Notice: Incorrectly towing a Locks disabled vehicle may cause Locks are lubricated at the factory.
  • Page 354 Vehicle Care 10-75 product usage, necessary safety repaired. Foreign materials such as waxes and polishes that are made precautions, and appropriate calcium chloride and other salts, ice for a base coat/clear coat paint disposal of any vehicle care melting agents, road oil and tar, tree finish on the vehicle.
  • Page 355 10-76 Vehicle Care Windscreen and Wiper Blades can be removed by rubbing with a calcium, or sodium chloride. clean cloth. See Recommended These chlorides are used on Clean the outside of the windscreen Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-5. roads for conditions such as ice with glass cleaner.
  • Page 356: Interior Care

    Vehicle Care 10-77 leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Visually material to parts repaired or Interior Care check constant velocity joints, replaced to restore corrosion To prevent dirt particle abrasions, rubber boots, and axle seals for protection. regularly clean the vehicle's interior. leaks.
  • Page 357 10-78 Vehicle Care remain on the surface being 3.78 L (1 gal) of water. Notice: Cleaning the windscreen cleaned for extended periods A concentrated soap solution will with water during the first three to of time. leave a residue that creates six months of ownership will streaks and attracts dirt.
  • Page 358 Vehicle Care 10-79 Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the TEHAMA Leather soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface The leather surface on the seat was centre. Rotate the cleaning cloth using a soft brush attachment. If a not designed to be aggressively to a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being...
  • Page 359 10-80 Vehicle Care products, or those containing Instrument Panel, Leather, Do not use cleaners that increase organic solvents to clean the gloss, especially on the instrument Vinyl, & Other Plastic Surfaces interior. Never use shoe polish on panel. Reflected glare can decrease Use a soft microfiber cloth leather.
  • Page 360: Floor Mats

    Vehicle Care 10-81 Care of Safety Belts Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. Keep belts clean and dry. The original equipment floor mats were designed for the Warning vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended Do not bleach or dye safety belts.
  • Page 361 10-82 Vehicle Care NOTES...
  • Page 362: Scheduled Maintenance

    Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance It is essential that your vehicle receives the maintenance outlined Engine Oil Change on the following pages to retain the safety, reliability and performance When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL General Information originally built into your vehicle.
  • Page 363: Service And Maintenance

    11-2 Service and Maintenance Tyre inflation pressures check. Inspection Every 15 000 km or with a clean cloth makes them last longer, seal better, and not 1 Year Tyre wear inspection. stick or squeak. Change engine oil and filter. Fluids visual leak check. A leak Restraint system component Reset oil life system.
  • Page 364 Service and Maintenance 11-3 To maintain air conditioning Additional Maintenance Every Contaminated fluid will decrease efficiency, have an authorised the life of the transfer case and 30 000 km or 2 Years repairer check the system at should be replaced. In addition to the items listed under least once each year.
  • Page 365 11-4 Service and Maintenance Four-wheel drive only: Transfer Additional Maintenance Every case fluid change (normal 250 000 km or Every Five service). Check vent hose at Years, Whichever Occurs First transfer case for kinks and Engine cooling system drain and proper installation.
  • Page 366: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants

    Service and Maintenance 11-5 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos 2 specification.
  • Page 367 11-6 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Front and Rear Axle SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021677). ® Transfer Case DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Bonnet Hinges, Body Door Hinge Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241). Pins, Tailgate Hinge and Linkage, Folding Seats, Fuel Door Hinge, and Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Weatherstrip Conditioning...
  • Page 368: Maintenance Replacement Parts

    Service and Maintenance 11-7 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified here by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 15908916 A3086C Oil Filter 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 12621258 41-110 Wiper Blades...
  • Page 369 11-8 Service and Maintenance NOTES...
  • Page 370: Vehicle Identification

    Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
  • Page 371: Vehicle Data

    12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-5 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant label located under the bonnet.
  • Page 372: Technical Data

    Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Horsepower Torque Spark Plug Gap 6.2L V8 1.02 mm (0.040 in) kW@5700 min Nm@4300 min Fuel Consumption and Emissions Information Fuel Consumption Urban 20.1L/100 km Extra-Urban 11.3L/100 km Combined 14.5L/100 km Carbon Dioxide Emissions Urban 468 g/km Extra-Urban...
  • Page 373 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...
  • Page 374: Customer Information

    Customer Information 13-1 Customer Customer Information Vehicle Data Recording and Information Declaration of Conformity Privacy This vehicle has systems that transmit and/or receive radio waves Event Data Recorders Customer Information subject to Directive 1999/5/EC. Declaration of Conformity ..13-1 Data Storage Modules in the These systems are in compliance Vehicle Data Recording and...
  • Page 375: Navigation System

    RFID technology in vehicle. Cadillac vehicles does not use or If services are used (e.g., repair record personal information or link Navigation System works, service processes, warranty...
  • Page 376 INDEX Airbags Audio System Adding Equipment to the Radio Reception ....7-15 Accessories and Vehicle ..... .3-35 Rear Seat (RSA) .
  • Page 377 INDEX Bulb Replacement ... . 10-32 Check Headlamp Aiming ... 10-30 Engine Light ....5-15 Battery .
  • Page 378: Driver Information

    INDEX Continuous Damping Door DVD/CD Player ....7-16 Control (CDC) ....9-35 Ajar Messages .
  • Page 379 INDEX Engine (cont'd) Flat Tyre ..... . 10-55 Fuel (cont'd) Management, Active ..9-23 Oil Life System .
  • Page 380 INDEX General Information Heated and Ventilated Front Service and Maintenance ..11-1 Seats ......3-7 Jump Starting .
  • Page 381 INDEX Level Control Lights (cont'd) Map Data Updates ... . . 7-58 Automatic .....9-35 Tow/Haul Mode .
  • Page 382 INDEX Mileometer ....5-11 Trip ......5-11 Object Detection System Park Mirrors...
  • Page 383 INDEX Pregnancy, Using Safety Rear Seats Replacing Safety Belt Belts ......3-21 Heated ......3-8 System Parts after a Crash .
  • Page 384 INDEX Securing Child Specifications and Restraints ....3-50, 3-52 Capacities ....12-2 Safety Belts .
  • Page 385 i-10 INDEX Sunroof ......2-19 Traction Tyres (cont'd) Pressure Light ....5-20 Symbols .
  • Page 386 INDEX i-11 Vehicle (cont'd) Wheels Personalisation ....5-36 Alignment and Tyre Positioning ....7-57 Balance .
  • Page 387 i-12 INDEX NOTES...

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