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Ken

January 23, 2025

How to put new battery in and protect electronics

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Mr. Anderson

February 10, 2025

To install a new battery in a 2015 Buick LaCrosse and protect the electronics, follow these steps:

1. Remove the Battery Cover
- The battery is covered and must be accessed by removing the cover.
- Follow the reverse steps to reinstall the cover after installation.

2. Disconnect the Old Battery
- Disconnect the negative (-) terminal first to prevent short circuits.
- Then disconnect the positive (+) terminal.

3. Install the New Battery
- Ensure the new battery matches the original replacement number on the label.
- Connect the positive (+) terminal first, then the negative (-) terminal.

4. Secure the Battery
- Ensure the battery is properly secured in its place before reinstalling the cover.

5. Protect Electronics
- Reduce electrical loads before installation.
- Avoid sparking near the battery to prevent damage.
- The vehicle has a battery saver feature, but turning off unnecessary electronics can help prevent issues.

6. Check System Functionality
- Start the vehicle and check for proper operation.
- If warning messages appear, refer to the vehicle manual.

Following these steps ensures safe installation and protects the vehicle's electronic components.

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juanita

June 9, 2025

I am replacing my Rack and Pinion on a 2015 Buick lacrosse and need to know if I need a class A or C Part?

Summary of Contents for Lacrosse 2015 Buick

Page 2: Table Of Contents
2015 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 3 2015 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Technical Data ....12-1 General Information .
Page 4: Using This Manual
GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the Helm, Incorporated specific vehicle to confirm the BUICK Emblem, and LACROSSE Attention: Customer Service features. are trademarks and/or service 47911 Halyard Drive marks of General Motors LLC, its...
Page 5 Introduction Danger, Warnings, and Symbols Caution Cautions The vehicle has components and Caution indicates a hazard that labels that use symbols instead of Warning messages found on vehicle could result in property or vehicle text. Symbols are shown along with labels and in this manual describe damage.
Page 6: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fog Lamps Here are some additional symbols : Fuel Gauge that may be found on the vehicle : Fuses and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to : Headlamp High/Low-Beam the Index. Changer : Airbag Readiness Light : Heated Steering Wheel...
Page 7 Introduction NOTES...
Page 8: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Interior Lighting ....1-11 Power Outlets ....1-17 Exterior Lighting ... . . 1-12 Universal Remote System .
Page 9: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 10 In Brief 1. Exterior Lamp Controls on 6. Hazard Warning Flashers on 15. Steering Wheel Controls on page 6-1. page 6-4. page 5-2 (If Equipped). Fog Lamps on page 6-4 (If Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Driver Information Center (DIC) Equipped). on page 9-57 (If Equipped).
Page 11: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive : Press and release to initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold for at Information least three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again to cancel This section provides a brief the panic alarm. overview about some of the important features that may or may See Keys on page 2-1 and Remote not be on your specific vehicle.
Page 12: Power Door Locks
In Brief When the engine starts, the parking The time can be extended on a Power Door Locks lamps will turn on and remain on as remote start. The power door lock controls are on long as the engine is running. The See Remote Vehicle Start on the front door panels.
Page 13 In Brief Windows Seat Adjustment Seat Height Adjuster Manual Seats Press and hold the top or bottom of Press the switch to lower the the switch to raise or lower the seat. window. Pull the switch up to To adjust a manual seat: Release the switch when the raise it.
Page 14 In Brief Power Seats Lumbar Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seat: To adjust the lumbar support: Move the seat forward or Press and hold the front or rear To recline a manual seatback: rearward by moving the control of the control to increase or 1.
Page 15: Heated And Ventilated Seats
In Brief Tilt the top of the control forward To return the seatback to the upright Heated and Ventilated to raise. position: Seats See Reclining Seatbacks on 1. Lift the lever fully without page 3-6. applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will Memory Features return to the upright position.
Page 16: Head Restraint Adjustment
In Brief Head Restraint Safety Belts Press to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and Adjustment seatback. Do not drive until the head restraints Press , if equipped, to for all occupants are installed and ventilate the driver or passenger adjusted properly.
Page 17: Passenger Sensing System
1-10 In Brief Passenger Sensing is started. See Passenger Sensing See Memory Seats on page 3-7 and System on page 3-26 for important Power Mirrors on page 2-18. System information. Manual Folding Mirrors Mirror Adjustment The outside mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when Exterior going through an automatic car...
Page 18 In Brief 1-11 Manual Rearview Mirror Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Adjustment If equipped, push the tab forward for Dome Lamps daytime use and pull it for nighttime The interior lamps control in the use to avoid glare from headlamps. overhead console controls both the See Manual Rearview Mirror on front and rear interior lamps.
Page 19 1-12 In Brief Reading Lamps Exterior Lighting There are front and rear reading lamps. The rear reading lamps are in the headliner. The exterior lamp control is on the : Press to turn each lamp instrument panel on the outboard on or off.
Page 20 In Brief 1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer : Turns on the parking lamps, together with the sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. : Turns on the headlamps, together with the parking lamps, sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license INT: Move the lever up to INT for plate lamps, and instrument panel intermittent wipes, then turn the lights.
Page 21 1-14 In Brief Climate Controls 7. Power 8. A/C (Air Conditioning) The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. 9. Recirculation/Auto Recirculation 10. Rear Window Defogger 11. AUTO (Automatic Operation) See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-1.
Page 22: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-15 Vehicle Features Cruise Control SET : Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is Infotainment System already active, use to decrease vehicle speed. See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio : Press to disengage cruise players, phone, navigation system,...
Page 23: Lane Change Alert (Lca)
1-16 In Brief Forward Collision Alert change to amber and flash. In addition, beeps will sound or the (FCA) System driver seat will pulse. If equipped, FCA may help avoid or See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) reduce the harm caused by on page 9-57.
Page 24: Parking Assist
In Brief 1-17 Rear Vision Parking Assist vehicle to help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a Camera (RVC) If equipped, Rear Parking Assist forward gear. (RPA) uses sensors on the rear If equipped, RVC displays a view of See Active Emergency Braking bumper to assist with parking and the area behind the vehicle on the...
Page 25 1-18 In Brief Universal Remote System helpful to have another person The ignition must be in ON/RUN or available to assist with programming ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained the Universal Remote system. Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. See Retained Accessory See Universal Remote System on Power (RAP) on page 9-23.
Page 26: Eassist Features
In Brief 1-19 To express-open the sunshade, fully eAssist Features There are two air conditioning press and release the rear of the settings available. The comfort switch (3). To stop the sunshade setting maximizes cabin comfort. ® eAssist Overview partway, press the switch a second The eco setting maximizes time.
Page 27: Regenerative Braking
1-20 In Brief In emergency situations, first engine starts immediately. The responders can cut the two clearly vehicle continues to run until the labeled cut points in the engine next stop. compartment to disable the high AUTO STOP on the tachometer voltage battery and air bag signifies that the engine is in auto systems...
Page 28: Performance And Maintenance
In Brief 1-21 Press and release the TCS/ Battery Performance and StabiliTrak button again to turn Maintenance This vehicle has a standard 12-volt on traction control. battery. Refer to the replacement To turn off both TCS and number on the original battery label Traction Control/ StabiliTrak, press and hold the when a new standard 12-volt battery...
Page 29 1-22 In Brief Tire Pressure Monitor The low tire pressure warning light Resetting the Oil Life System may come on in cool weather when 1. Using the DIC controls on the This vehicle may have a Tire the vehicle is first started, and then right side of the steering wheel, Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
Page 30: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
In Brief 1-23 Always follow posted speed E85 or FlexFuel See Roadside Assistance Program limits or drive more slowly when on page 13-5. Vehicles with a yellow fuel cap can conditions require. ® use either unleaded gasoline or OnStar Keep vehicle tires properly ethanol fuel containing up to 85% inflated.
Page 31 1-24 In Brief NOTES...
Page 32: Keys, Doors, And Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Immobilizer ....2-16 Keys and Locks Immobilizer Operation (Key Windows Access) ....2-16 Keys Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access) .
Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-12. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: The key that is part of the Remote Press the button on the RKE...
Page 34: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry (Lock): Press to lock all doors. Pressing will disarm the (RKE) System Operation theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle The turn signal indicators may flash Alarm System on page 2-15. and/or the horn may sound on the The Keyless Access system allows second press to indicate locking.
Page 35 Keys, Doors, and Windows vehicle using the RKE transmitter. Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Pressing the lock/unlock button will See Remote Vehicle Start on the Driver Door cause all doors to lock if any of the page 2-9. following occur: When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) The RKE transmitter buttons will not It has been more than...
Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows Passive Locking Programming with a Recognized disabled until on the interior door Transmitter (Key Vehicles Only) is pressed, or until the vehicle is If equipped with Keyless Access, turned on. the vehicle will lock several seconds To program a new key: after all doors are closed if the To customize the doors to...
Page 37 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming without a 5. Repeat Steps 2 4 two more 2. Insert the vehicle key of the new Recognized Transmitter (Key times. After the third time, turn to transmitter into the key lock Vehicles Only) ON/RUN; the key is learned and cylinder on the outside of the all previously known keys will no driver door and turn the key to...
Page 38 Keys, Doors, and Windows 4. Press the ENGINE START/ to complete. The vehicle must be off 3. Repeat Step 2 two additional STOP button. When the and all of the transmitters you wish times. After the third time, all transmitter is learned, the DIC to program must be with you.
Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows 5. Press the ENGINE START/ Battery Replacement STOP button. When the Replace the battery if the REPLACE transmitter is learned the DIC BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY will show that it is ready to message displays in the DIC. See program the next transmitter.
Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows 4. Insert the new battery, positive Starting the Engine Using Remote The engine will shut off after side facing up. Push the battery Start 10 minutes unless a time extension down until it is held in place. is done or the ignition is put in ON/ To start the engine using the remote Replace with a CR2032 or...
Page 41 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows The transmitter is in the vehicle Extending Engine Run Time Canceling a Remote Start (Keyless Access). The engine run time can also be To cancel a remote start, do any of The hood is not closed. extended by another 10 minutes, the following: if during the first 10 minutes...
Page 42 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Pulling the door handle once will Door Locks Warning (Continued) unlock the door. Pulling the door handle again will unlatch it. Warning Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door Power Door Locks Unlocked doors can be when slowing or stopping the dangerous.
Page 43: Delayed Locking
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks If equipped with a keyed ignition, and the key is in the ignition when This feature delays the locking of The doors will lock automatically locking is requested with the driver the doors until five seconds after all when all doors are closed, the door open, all doors will lock and...
Page 44: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Manual Safety Locks To open a rear door when the safety Doors lock is on: 1. Unlock the door by activating the Trunk inside handle, by using the power door lock switch, or by Warning using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 45 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Trunk Release To open the trunk from outside the Warning (Continued) vehicle, press and hold on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Adjust the climate control transmitter to unlock all doors, then system to a setting that use the touch pad above the license brings in only outside air and plate.
Page 46: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Vehicle Security On Solid: Vehicle is secured during the delay to arm the system. This vehicle has theft-deterrent Fast Flash: Vehicle is unsecured. features; however, they do not make A door, the hood, or the trunk the vehicle impossible to steal.
Page 47: Immobilizer Operation
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows will bypass the 30-second delay Disarming the Alarm System How to Detect a Tamper and immediately arm the alarm Condition To disarm the alarm system, or turn system. off the alarm if it has been activated, is pressed on the transmitter The vehicle alarm system will not do one of the following:...
Page 48: Keyless Access
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 The system is automatically If the engine still does not start, and The immobilization system is disarmed when the vehicle is the key appears to be undamaged disarmed when the ignition button is started with the correct key. The key or the light continues to stay on, try pushed in and a valid transmitter is uses a transponder that matches an...
Page 49: Exterior Mirrors
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the vehicle does not start and the Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors security light stays on, there is a problem with the system. Turn the Convex Mirrors vehicle off and try again. If the RKE transmitter appears to be Warning undamaged, try another transmitter, or place the transmitter in the...
Page 50: Folding Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Folding Mirrors See Rear Window Defogger under Interior Mirrors Dual Automatic Climate Control Manual Folding Mirrors System on page 8-1. Interior Rearview Mirrors These mirrors can be folded inward Reverse Tilt Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear to prevent damage when going view of the area behind your through an automatic car wash.
Page 51: Windows
2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Rearview Mirror Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy If equipped, push the tab forward for performance. This may result in a daytime use and pull it for nighttime Warning pulsing sound when either rear use to avoid glare from the window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless...
Page 52 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 windows only have express-down. The indicator light comes on when Pull a window switch up or push it activated. down all the way, release it, and the Press again to deactivate the window goes down or up lockout switch.
Page 53: Rear Window Sunshade
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows 4. Continue holding the switch up Rear Window Sunshade The sunshade only operates when for approximately two seconds the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ after the window is completely ACCESSORY. closed. When shifting the vehicle into The window is now reprogrammed.
Page 54: Roof
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 Roof Vent: Press the rear of the Anti-Pinch Feature switch (2) to the first detent to vent If an object is in the path of the the sunroof. Press the front of the Sunroof sunroof while it is closing, the switch (1) to the second detent to anti-pinch feature will detect the close the sunroof.
Page 55 2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof. If water is seen dripping into the water drainage system, this is normal.
Page 56 Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ... 3-15 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Use During Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-31 Restraints Pregnancy ....3-18 Airbag System Check .
Page 57: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Page 58 Seats and Restraints Rear Seats head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is The vehicle's rear seats have locked in place. adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The height of the head restraint can be adjusted.
Page 59: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Always adjust the head restraint so Front Seats that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the Seat Adjustment occupant s head. Seat Position If you are installing a child restraint in the rear seat, see Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System under Lower...
Page 60 Seats and Restraints To adjust a manual seat: Power Seat Adjustment Some vehicles are equipped with a feature that activates a vibration in 1. Pull the handle at the front of the driver seat to help the driver the seat. avoid crashes.
Page 61 Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks Warning (Continued) Warning The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will If either seatback is not locked, it be in front of you. In a crash, you could move forward in a sudden could go into it, receiving neck or stop or crash.
Page 62 Seats and Restraints 2. Move the seatback to the Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Seats desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. To return the seatback to the upright position: 1.
Page 63 Seats and Restraints If the driver door is already 2. Press and release SET. A beep Automatically Recalling Memory will sound. Positions (Auto Memory Recall) open, press on the RKE transmitter to activate the recall. 3. Immediately press and hold 1 The Auto (Automatic) Memory Recall feature automatically recalls until two beeps sound.
Page 64: Heated And Ventilated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints If automatically recalling the This feature is turned on or off using Heated and Ventilated position, press and hold the the vehicle personalization menu. Front Seats appropriate manual control for See Vehicle Personalization on the memory item that is not page 5-45.
Page 65 3-10 Seats and Restraints ventilated seats turn on. The heated Press , if equipped, to or ventilated seats are canceled ventilate the driver or passenger when the ignition is turned on. Press seat. A ventilated seat has a fan the button to use the heated or that pulls or pushes air through the ventilated seats after the vehicle is seat.
Page 66: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints 3-11 Rear Seats To fold the seatback down: Raising the Seatback Folding the Seatback Warning Either side of the seatback can be If either seatback is not locked, it folded down for more cargo space. could move forward in a sudden Fold a seatback only when the stop or crash.
Page 67: Safety Belts
3-12 Seats and Restraints To raise a seatback: Rear Seat Armrest Safety Belts 1. Lift the seatback up and push it This section of the manual rearward to lock it in place. describes how to use safety belts Make sure the safety belt is not properly.
Page 68 Seats and Restraints 3-13 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 69 3-14 Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the Also, in nearly all states and in shoulder and across the chest. all Canadian provinces, the law These parts of the body are best requires wearing safety belts. able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 70: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Seats and Restraints 3-15 Lap-Shoulder Belt 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it All seating positions in the vehicle get twisted. have a lap-shoulder belt. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if The following instructions explain you pull the belt across you very how to wear a lap-shoulder belt...
Page 71 3-16 Seats and Restraints later in this section for Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster instructions on use and The vehicle has a shoulder belt important safety information. height adjuster for the driver and 4. To make the lap part tight, pull right front passenger seating up on the shoulder belt.
Page 72 Seats and Restraints 3-17 They can help tighten the safety shoulder belt, the comfort guide belts during the early stages of a positions the shoulder belt away moderate to severe frontal, near from the neck and head. frontal, or rear crash if the threshold To install: conditions for pretensioner activation are met.
Page 73: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
3-18 Seats and Restraints 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. Store of the body are best able to take the guide in its storage pocket on belt restraining forces.
Page 74: Safety Belt Extender
Seats and Restraints 3-19 A pregnant woman should wear a personal injury, do not let someone Make sure the safety belt reminder lap-shoulder belt, and the lap else use it, and use it only for the light is working. See Safety Belt portion should be worn as low as seat it is made to fit.
Page 75: Airbag System
3-20 Seats and Restraints Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of Airbag System safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts after a The vehicle has the following But the safety belt assemblies that Crash airbags: were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged.
Page 76 Seats and Restraints 3-21 All of the airbags have the word Here are the most important things Warning AIRBAG embossed on the trim or to know about the airbag system: on a label near the deployment Because airbags inflate with great opening.
Page 77: Where Are The Airbags
3-22 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Warning Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Always secure children properly in the vehicle. To read how, see Older Children on page 3-33 or Infants and Young Children on page 3-35.
Page 78: When Should An Airbag Inflate
Seats and Restraints 3-23 When Should an Airbag Warning (Continued) Inflate? or even death. The path of an This vehicle is equipped with inflating airbag must be kept airbags. See Airbag System on clear. Do not put anything page 3-20. Airbags are designed to between an occupant and an inflate if the impact exceeds the airbag, and do not attach or put...
Page 79: What Makes An Airbag
3-24 Seats and Restraints It depends on what is hit, the A seat-mounted side impact airbag inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the direction of the impact, and how is designed to inflate on the side of airbag causing the bag to break out quickly the vehicle slows down.
Page 80: What Will You See After
Seats and Restraints 3-25 first and second rows. The rollover several minutes. For location of the Warning (Continued) capable roof-rail airbags are airbags, see Where Are the designed to help reduce the risk of Airbags? on page 3-22. airbag inflates, then get fresh air full or partial ejection in rollover The parts of the airbag that come by opening a window or a door.
Page 81: Seats And
3-26 Seats and Restraints battery or the electrical system. The other parts. The service manual Warning vehicle may start but it shuts down for the vehicle covers the need once the 12-volt battery is depleted. to replace other parts. A crash severe enough to inflate When the 12-volt battery is The vehicle has a crash sensing the airbags may have also...
Page 82 Seats and Restraints 3-27 certain conditions. No other airbag Warning is affected by the passenger sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child The passenger sensing system restraint can be seriously injured works with sensors that are part of or killed if the passenger frontal the front outboard passenger seat.
Page 83: Properly
3-28 Seats and Restraints There is a critical problem with person's seating posture and Warning (Continued) the airbag system or the body build. Everyone in the passenger sensing system. vehicle who has outgrown child Secure rear-facing child restraints restraints should wear a safety belt When the passenger sensing in a rear seat, even if the airbag properly...
Page 84 Seats and Restraints 3-29 If the On Indicator Is Lit for a 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an restraint and restarting the Child Restraint Adult-Sized Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, The passenger sensing system is turn the vehicle off.
Page 85 3-30 Seats and Restraints 2. Remove any additional material operates. We recommend that you Warning (Continued) from the seat, such as blankets, not use seat covers or other cushions, seat covers, seat aftermarket equipment except when serious injury or even death. An heaters, seat massagers, a approved by GM for your specific adult-sized occupant should not...
Page 86: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
Seats and Restraints 3-31 is on the seat. If the passenger Servicing the Warning (Continued) frontal airbag is turned on, the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on indicator will be lit. proper service procedures, and Airbags affect how the vehicle If the passenger seat gets wet, dry make sure the person performing should be serviced.
Page 87: Airbag System Check
3-32 Seats and Restraints Your dealer and the service manual turning off the passenger airbag(s). Caution have information about the location See Passenger Sensing System on of the airbag sensors, sensing and page 3-26. If an airbag covering is damaged, diagnostic module, and airbag If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail opened, or broken, the airbag...
Page 88: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-33 Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that Warning (Continued) come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that Older Children protect you and your booster. Use a booster seat with a passenger(s) in a crash, resulting lap-shoulder belt until the child in serious injury or even death.
Page 89 3-34 Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be In a crash, children who are not maintained for the length of the buckled up can strike other people trip? If yes, continue. If no, who are buckled up, or can be return to the booster seat.
Page 90: Infants And Young
Seats and Restraints 3-35 Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Children belt. The belt force would then be the way back into the retractor, Everyone in a vehicle needs applied right on the abdomen. but it cannot do this if it is protection! This includes infants and That could cause serious or fatal wrapped around a child s neck.
Page 91 3-36 Seats and Restraints Warning Warning (Continued) Never hold an infant or a child the front outboard seat, always while riding in a vehicle. Due to move the front passenger seat as crash forces, an infant or a child far back as it will go. will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash.
Page 92 Seats and Restraints 3-37 weight, height, and age but also Warning Warning whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor To reduce the risk of neck and A young child's hip bones are still vehicle in which it will be used. head injury during a crash, infants so small that the vehicle's regular For most basic types of child...
Page 93: Child Restraint Systems
3-38 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint Rear-Facing Infant Seat restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness.
Page 94: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints 3-39 Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station.
Page 95 3-40 Seats and Restraints Whenever possible, children aged Child restraints and booster seats Warning (Continued) 12 and under should be secured in vary considerably in size, and some a rear seating position. may fit in certain seating positions system is fail-safe. No one can better than others.
Page 96: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Seats and Restraints 3-41 Lower Anchors and recommends that the booster seat The following explains how to attach be secured with the LATCH system, a child restraint with these Tethers for Children this can be done as long as the attachments in the vehicle.
Page 97 3-42 Seats and Restraints Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being...
Page 98: System
Seats and Restraints 3-43 To assist in locating the lower The top tether anchors are under Securing a Child Restraint anchors, each rear anchor position the covers, behind the rear seat, on Designed for the LATCH has a label, near the crease the filler panel.
Page 99 3-44 Seats and Restraints Warning Warning (Continued) Caution To reduce the risk of serious or Do not let the LATCH The shoulder belt locks when it is fatal injuries during a crash, do attachments rub against the pulled all the way out of the not attach more than one child vehicle s safety belts.
Page 100 Seats and Restraints 3-45 Use anchors 4 and 5 when You cannot secure three child Refer to the following illustration to installing a child restraint using restraints using the LATCH anchors learn which anchors to use. LATCH in the left rear seating in the rear seat at the same time, position.
Page 101 3-46 Seats and Restraints restraint with the top tether and 2. If the child restraint manufacturer If the position you are using the safety belts. Refer to the recommends that the top tether does not have a headrest child restraint manufacturer be attached, attach and tighten or head restraint, or the instructions and the instructions...
Page 102 Seats and Restraints 3-47 If the position you are using To remove the head restraint: has an adjustable headrest 1. Partially fold the seatback or head restraint and you forward. See Rear Seats on are using a dual tether, page 3-11 for additional route the tether around the information.
Page 103: Replacing Latch System
3-48 Seats and Restraints 4. When the child restraint is To reinstall the head restraint: 3. Try to move the head restraint to removed, reinstall the head make sure that it is locked in restraint before the seating place. position is used. Replacing LATCH System Warning Parts After a Crash...
Page 104: Securing Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-49 If the vehicle has the LATCH system secured in the vehicle using a If more than one child restraint and it was being used during a safety belt and it uses a top tether, needs to be installed in the rear crash, new LATCH system parts see Lower Anchors and Tethers for seat, be sure to read Where to Put...
Page 105 3-50 Seats and Restraints 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 5. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the lock.
Page 106: Securing Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-51 6. If the child restraint has a top and Tethers for Children (LATCH Warning tether, follow the child restraint System) on page 3-41 for additional manufacturer's instructions information on installing the head A child in a rear-facing child regarding the use of the top restraint properly.
Page 107 3-52 Seats and Restraints In Canada, the law requires that or around the restraint. The child Warning (Continued) forward-facing child restraints have restraint instructions will show a top tether, and that the tether be you how. Secure rear-facing child restraints attached.
Page 108 Seats and Restraints 3-53 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
Page 109 3-54 Seats and Restraints NOTES...
Page 110: Glove Box
Storage Storage Storage Cupholders Compartments Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 Glove Box ....4-1 Do not store heavy or sharp Cupholders .
Page 111: Front Storage
Storage Front Storage If equipped, pull the second row If equipped, there is storage under seat armrest down to access the climate controls. Press the cupholders. chrome area to open. There is a Pull up on the handle and pull the power outlet inside.
Page 112: Center Console Storage
Storage Sunglasses Storage Center Console Storage Additional Storage Features Convenience Net Use the convenience net located in the trunk to store small loads as far forward as possible. The net should not be used to store heavy loads. Attach the net so the opening is facing up.
Page 113 Storage NOTES...
Page 114: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Passenger Airbag Status Front Fog Lamp Light ..5-25 Indicator ....5-15 Lamps On Reminder .
Page 115: Controls
Instruments and Controls Object Detection System Controls 3. Pull or push the steering wheel Messages ....5-40 closer or away from you. Ride Control System Steering Wheel 4.
Page 116: Heated Steering Wheel
Instruments and Controls Heated Steering Wheel Windshield Wiper/Washer INT (Intermittent Wipes): Move the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes, then turn the INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. OFF: Use to turn the wipers off. 1X (Mist): For a single wipe, briefly move the wiper lever down.
Page 117: Compass
Instruments and Controls If the windshield wiper lever is then will automatically determine when a Warning moved to OFF before the driver GPS signal is restored and provide door is opened or within 10 minutes, a heading again. See Compass In freezing weather, do not use the wipers will restart and move to Messages on page 5-36 for the...
Page 118: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls If auto timing is set, the time Open the protective cover to use the Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternating displayed on the clock may not accessory power outlet. Current update immediately when driving Certain electrical accessories may The vehicle may have a power into a new time zone.
Page 119 Instruments and Controls An indicator light on the outlet A protection circuit shuts off the The power outlet is not designed for comes on when in use. The light power supply and the indicator light the following equipment, and may comes on when the ignition is in turns off.
Page 120: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators...
Page 121: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar...
Page 122 Instruments and Controls English eAssist Shown, Metric eAssist Similar...
Page 123 5-10 Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu Phone Press to access the cluster There is an interactive display area applications. Use to scroll Press to select the Phone app, in the center of the instrument through the list of available then press to enter the Phone cluster.
Page 124: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Speed Warning: The Speed Jump Start: The Jump Start Units: Press while Units is Warning display allows the driver to display is used to perform an displayed to enter the Units menu. set a speed that they do not want to on-board jump start for eAssist Choose English or metric units by exceed.
Page 125: Fuel Gauge
5-12 Instruments and Controls For eAssist vehicles, when the Caution (Continued) ignition is in ON/RUN, the tachometer indicates the vehicle the damage would not be covered status. When pointing to AUTO by the vehicle warranty. Do not STOP, the engine is off but the operate the engine with the rpm s vehicle is on and can move.
Page 126: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Here are four things that some Engine Coolant owners ask about. None of these Temperature Gauge show a problem with the fuel gauge: At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated.
Page 127: Safety Belt Reminders
5-14 Instruments and Controls This reading indicates the same their safety belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. thing as the warning light. It means on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle continues several times if that the engine coolant has This cycle may continue several the passenger remains or becomes...
Page 128: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-15 module. For more information on the Warning (Continued) airbag system, see Airbag System on page 3-20. without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away. Canada and Mexico Passenger Airbag Status When the vehicle is started, the Indicator passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol...
Page 129: Charging System Light
5-16 Instruments and Controls If, after several seconds, both status Charging System Light Malfunction indicator lights remain on, or if there Indicator Lamp are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the A computer system called OBD II passenger sensing system.
Page 130 Instruments and Controls 5-17 If the malfunction indicator lamp This light comes on during a Caution comes on while the engine is malfunction in one of two ways: running, this indicates that the OBD Light Flashing: A misfire condition Modifications made to the engine, II system has detected a problem has been detected.
Page 131 5-18 Instruments and Controls Light On Steady: An emission or stumbling on acceleration. control system malfunction has These conditions might go away been detected on the vehicle. once the engine is warmed up. Diagnosis and service might be If one or more of these conditions required.
Page 132: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-19 The OBD II (On-Board Brake System Warning If the light comes on and stays on, Diagnostics) system determines there is a base brake problem. Light that critical emission control systems have not been The vehicle brake system consists Warning completely diagnosed by the of two hydraulic circuits.
Page 133: Electric Parking Brake
5-20 Instruments and Controls Electric Parking Brake Service Electric Parking the Driver Information Center (DIC), see Brake System Messages on Light Brake Light page 5-36. Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light Metric English This light should come on briefly The parking brake status light when starting the vehicle.
Page 134: Lane Departure Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-21 If the ABS light is the only light on, This light changes to amber and Traction Off Light the vehicle has regular brakes, but flashes to indicate that the lane the antilock brakes are not marking has been crossed without functioning.
Page 135: Stabilitrak ® Off Light
5-22 Instruments and Controls ® StabiliTrak OFF Light Traction Control System If the indicator/warning light is on and flashing, the TCS and/or the ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light StabiliTrak system is actively working. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-34. Engine Coolant This light comes on briefly while Temperature Warning starting the engine.
Page 136: Tire Pressure Light
Instruments and Controls 5-23 Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Caution Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute The engine coolant temperature and then stays on, there may be a warning light indicates that the problem with the TPMS.
Page 137: Low Fuel Warning Light
5-24 Instruments and Controls Low Fuel Warning Light Security Light This light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced This light is near the fuel gauge and The security light should come on by your dealer.
Page 138: High-Beam On Light
Instruments and Controls 5-25 High-Beam On Light This light comes on solid when Lamps On Reminder there is a problem with the AFL system. It flashes when the system is switching between lighting modes. See Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) on page 6-3. Front Fog Lamp Light This light comes on when the This light comes on when the...
Page 139: Door Ajar Light
5-26 Instruments and Controls Adaptive Cruise Control Light Door Ajar Light Information Displays Power Flows (eAssist Only) To view the Power Flow screens in the center stack display, press the button on the Home screen or This light is white when the Adaptive on the Application Tray on the top of When the ignition is on, this light Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is...
Page 140: Energy Information
Instruments and Controls 5-27 Auto Stop Vehicle is stationary with battery active and no power is flowing to the wheels. Regen Recovery Power from the Power Off No power is flowing to wheels returns to the battery during the wheels. regenerative braking or coasting.
Page 141: Driver Information
5-28 Instruments and Controls Driver Information : Press to open 6. Press to move through application menus on the left. Press Center (DIC) the list of possible information to open interaction menus on the displays. The DIC displays are shown in the right.
Page 142 Instruments and Controls 5-29 Trip A or Trip B with Average Fuel Displays the current fuel economy display is active, or by pressing Economy and Average Speed: in either liters per 100 kilometers and resetting through the The Trip display shows the current (L/100 km) or miles per right menu.
Page 143 5-30 Instruments and Controls The Oil Life display must be reset fuel economy for the most recently To start the timer, press while this after each oil change. It will not traveled selected distance. The display is active. The display will reset itself.
Page 144: Head-Up Display (Hud)
Instruments and Controls 5-31 Driver Efficiency Gauge (eAssist always reflect the most recent Warning (Continued) Only): Assists in driving efficiently distance on the right side. This and will vary based on driver input. display cannot be reset. things you need to see when it is To maximize efficiency, keep the ECO Index: The bar graph on the dark outside.
Page 145 5-32 Instruments and Controls Lane Departure The HUD information can be displayed in various languages. The Low Fuel speedometer reading and other Some vehicle messages or alerts numerical values can be displayed displayed in the HUD may be in either English or metric units. cleared by using the steering wheel The language selection is changed controls.
Page 146 Instruments and Controls 5-33 Use the following settings to adjust on the HUD. If vehicle messages the HUD. are displayed, pressing PAGE may clear the message. « ª (Image Adjustment): Press the up or down arrows to OFF: To turn HUD off, turn the center the HUD image.
Page 147 5-34 Instruments and Controls English Metric Metric Audio/Phone View: This display includes the information in speed view along with audio/phone information. The current radio station, media type, and incoming calls will be displayed. English English All HUD views may briefly display audio information when the driver Navigation View: This display Performance View: This display...
Page 148: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-35 Clean the HUD lens with a soft cloth Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC the lens gently, then dry it. indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE If You Cannot See the HUD some action that may be needed to...
Page 149: Brake System Messages
5-36 Instruments and Controls Brake System Messages boost assist motor might be heard Cruise Control Messages operating and you might notice BRAKE FLUID LOW ADAPTIVE CRUISE SET pulsation in the brake pedal. This is normal under these conditions. Take TO XXX This message is displayed when the the vehicle to your dealer for brake fluid level is low.
Page 150: Door Ajar Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-37 FRONT RADAR BLOCKED gas pedal. When this occurs, ACC HOOD OPEN will not brake. See Adaptive Cruise SEE OWNER MANUAL This message will display when the Control on page 9-39. hood is open. Close the hood This message can occur under the completely.
Page 151: Engine Cooling System
5-38 Instruments and Controls Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED page 10-13, Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-28, Engine IDLE ENGINE Messages Oil on page 10-11, and Maintenance This message displays when the Schedule on page 11-2. A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH engine coolant temperature is too ENGINE TEMP ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE...
Page 152: Engine Power Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 of the low oil pressure has been Fuel System Messages NO REMOTE KEY WAS corrected. Check the oil as soon as DETECTED PLACE KEY IN FUEL LEVEL LOW possible and have the vehicle TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN serviced by your dealer.
Page 153: Lamp Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls Lamp Messages AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP entire front and/or rear of the vehicle. For cleaning REDUCED AFL (Adaptive Forward instructions, see Exterior Care This message displays when the Lighting) LAMPS NEED on page 10-85. Active Emergency Braking System SERVICE Heavy rain or snow is interfering has been set to the Alert setting.
Page 154 Instruments and Controls 5-41 LANE CHANGE ALERT OFF REAR CROSS TRAFFIC SERVICE PARKING ASSIST ALERT OFF This message indicates that the This message displays if there is a driver has turned the Side Blind problem with the Parking Assist This message displays when the Zone Alert (SBZA) and Lane system.
Page 155: Ride Control System
5-42 Instruments and Controls there is insufficient data for SERVICE REAR AXLE however, you do not have the operation. This message may also benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce This message displays when there activate during heavy rain or due to your speed and drive accordingly.
Page 156: Security Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-43 Security Messages Starting the Vehicle eAssist Only). Take the vehicle to your dealer for service if this Messages THEFT ATTEMPTED message continues to be displayed. JUMP START ACTIVE WAIT TO This message displays if the vehicle Tire Messages START detects a tamper condition.
Page 157: Transmission Messages
5-44 Instruments and Controls The low tire pressure warning light SHIFT TO PARK SPEED LIMIT SET TO XXX will also come on. See Tire This message displays when the This message is displayed when the Pressure Light on page 5-23. transmission needs to be shifted to speed warning is set.
Page 158: Vehicle Personalization
Instruments and Controls 5-45 Vehicle Personalization Menus Language (Language) The following list of features may be Select Language, then select from Personalization available: the available language(s). Use the audio system controls to Time and Date Valet Mode access the personalization menus Language (Language) for customizing vehicle features.
Page 159 5-46 Instruments and Controls Climate and Air Quality Auto Rear Defog Auto Collision Preparation Select and the following may be If equipped, this allows the Auto This feature will turn on or off the displayed: Rear Defog to be turned on or off. Forward Collision Alert feature as This feature will automatically turn well as the Automatic Braking...
Page 160 Instruments and Controls 5-47 Go Notifier Auto Memory Recall Lighting This feature will give a reminder that This feature automatically recalls Select and the following may be Adaptive Cruise Control provides the current driver s previously stored displayed: when it has brought the vehicle to a 1 or 2 button positions when Vehicle Locator Lights complete stop behind another...
Page 161 5-48 Instruments and Controls Daytime Tail Lights Delayed Door Lock Remote Lock Feedback This feature allows the taillamps to When on, this feature will delay the This allows selection of what type of be on during the day. locking of the doors. To override the feedback is given when locking the delay, press the power door lock vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Page 162 Instruments and Controls 5-49 Passive Door Unlock Bluetooth Voice Mail Numbers This allows the selection of what This feature displays the voice mail Select and the following may be doors will unlock when using the number for all connected phones. displayed: button on the driver door to unlock To change the voice mail number,...
Page 163 5-50 Instruments and Controls Display Rear Camera Restore Vehicle Settings This allows selection of restoring Select and the following may be Select and the following may be vehicle settings. displayed: displayed: Select Cancel or Restore. Theme Guidance Lines Calibrate Touchscreen Rear Park Assist Symbols Clear All Private Data Turn Display Off...
Page 164: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-51 Universal Remote home automation devices. These To program a garage door opener, instructions refer to a garage door park outside directly in line with and System opener, but can be used for other facing the garage door opener devices.
Page 165 5-52 Instruments and Controls hand-held transmitter was button is pressed, then supplied by the manufacturer of programming is complete. the garage door opener receiver. There is no need to complete Steps 4 6. 2. At the same time, press and hold both the hand-held If the indicator light does transmitter button and one of the...
Page 166: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-53 does not flash, press and hold enough for the Universal Remote Universal Remote System the same button a second time system to pick up the signal during Operation for two seconds, then release it. programming. Again, if the door does not move Using the Universal Remote If the programming did not work, or the garage door lamp does...
Page 167 5-54 Instruments and Controls Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons: 1. Press and hold any one of the buttons. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the button, proceed with Step 1 under Programming the Universal Remote System.
Page 168: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Entry Lighting ....6-6 Exit Lighting ....6-7 Exterior Lamp Controls Battery Load Management .
Page 169: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting If equipped with High Intensity (Parking Lamps): Turns on the Discharge (HID) headlamps, the parking lamps, together with the dedicated DRL will come on when sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license all of the following conditions plate lamps, and instrument panel are met: lights.
Page 170: Automatic Headlamp
Lighting Automatic Headlamp If the vehicle is started in a dark in AUTO, the headlamps, parking garage, the automatic headlamp lamps, and other exterior lamps System system comes on immediately. If it come on. The transition time for the is light outside when the vehicle lamps coming on varies based on When the exterior lamp control is leaves the garage, there is a slight...
Page 171: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change The turn and lane-change signal can be turned off manually by Signals moving the lever back to its original position. If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a signal bulb might be burned out.
Page 172: Interior Lighting
Lighting To turn on the fog lamps, the ignition Interior Lighting Dome Lamps and the headlamps or parking lamps must be on. Instrument Panel If the fog lamps are turned on while Illumination Control the exterior lamp control is in the AUTO position, the headlamps come on automatically.
Page 173: Reading Lamps
Lighting Reading Lamps Lighting Features There are front and rear reading Entry Lighting lamps. The headlamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, back-up lamps, dome lamps, and most of the interior lights turn on briefly when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter The rear reading lamps are in the button is pressed.
Page 174: Exit Lighting
Lighting Exit Lighting Battery Load enough at idle to produce all of the power needed for very high Management The headlamps, taillamps, back-up electrical loads. lamps, parking lamps, and license The vehicle has Electric Power A high electrical load occurs when plate lamps come on at night, or in Management (EPM) that estimates several of the following are on, such...
Page 175: Battery Power Protection
Lighting that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible. See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 5-35. Battery Power Protection The battery saver feature is designed to protect the vehicle's battery. If the exterior lamps or any interior light is left on and the ignition is turned off, the battery rundown protection system automatically...
Page 176 Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio Introduction players, phone, navigation system, Infotainment ....7-1 Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE), and voice or speech recognition.
Page 177 Infotainment System NOTES...
Page 178 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with System ..... . 8-1 this system.
Page 179 Climate Controls Extreme temperature settings, 3. Fan Control conditioning setting is adjusted, the such as 15°C (60°F) or 32°C AUTO indicator turns off and the 4. Air Delivery Mode Controls (90°F). selected settings will appear on the 5. Defrost display. High fan speed settings.
Page 180 Climate Controls SYNC (Synchronized the direction of the airflow is A/C (Comfort Air Conditioning): Temperature): Press to link all controlled manually. Press AUTO to Press to turn the air conditioning climate zone settings to the driver return to automatic operation. system on or off.
Page 181 Climate Controls The indicator will be lit green in eco, system does not detect possible (Recirculation): Press to turn amber in comfort, and turns off window fogging, it returns to normal on recirculation. An indicator light when there is no A/C function. If the operation.
Page 182 Climate Controls interior temperature is cold and the rear defog may come on during Caution (Continued) outside temperature is about 4°C remote start based on cold ambient (40°F) and below. The auto rear conditions. If the vehicle has heated damage the rear window defogger turns off automatically or ventilated seats, they may come defogger grid and affect the...
Page 183: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Climate Controls Air Vents Operation Tips Maintenance Keep all outlets open whenever Use the louvers on the air vents to possible for best system Air Intake change the direction of the airflow. performance. Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves To open the vent, move the Keep the path under all seats from the air intake at the base of the...
Page 184 Climate Controls Service The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation.
Page 185 Climate Controls NOTES...
Page 186: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems Power (RAP) ....9-23 Traction Control/Electronic Operating Shifting Into Park ... . 9-24 Stability Control .
Page 187: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuel Driving Information passenger to handle potential Fuel ......9-58 distractions.
Page 188: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
Page 189: Steering
Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the If the steering wheel is turned until it increases to provide a sport-like feel vehicle is being driven, brake reaches the end of its travel and is to the steering. This provides normally but do not pump the held against that position for an maximum control and stability.
Page 190: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Maintain a reasonable steady Off-Road Recovery Caution speed through the curve Wait until the vehicle is out of If the steering wheel is turned the curve before accelerating until it reaches the end of its gently into the straightaway. travel, and is held in that position for more than 15 seconds, Steering in Emergencies...
Page 191: 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 Driving on Wet Roads accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go.
Page 192: Hill And Mountain Roads
Driving and Operating Shift to a lower gear when going Other Rainy Weather Tips Warning (Continued) down steep or long hills. Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include: Flowing or rushing water creates Warning strong forces. Driving through Allow extra following distance.
Page 193: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Stay in your own lane. Do not Drive with caution, whatever the Turn off cruise control on slippery swing wide or cut across the condition. Accelerate gently so surfaces. center of the road. Drive at traction is not lost. Accelerating too Blizzard Conditions speeds that let you stay in your quickly causes the wheels to spin...
Page 194: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Slowly and cautiously spin the vehicle and set the fan speed cannot be seen or smelled. It can wheels to free the vehicle when to the highest setting. See cause unconsciousness and even stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
Page 195: Vehicle Load Limits
9-10 Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to Get Vehicle Load Limits Warning it Out It is very important to know how Do not load the vehicle any Turn the steering wheel left and much weight the vehicle can right to clear the area around the heavier than the Gross carry.
Page 196 Driving and Operating 9-11 Tire and Loading Information pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and Steps for Determining Correct Label Loading Information label shows Load Limit the number of occupant seating Locate the statement "The positions (1), and the maximum combined weight of vehicle capacity weight (2) in occupants and cargo should kilograms and pounds.
Page 197 9-12 Driving and Operating and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
Page 198 Driving and Operating 9-13 seating positions. The combined fuel, and cargo. Never exceed weight of the driver, passengers, the GVWR for the vehicle, or the and cargo should never exceed Gross Axle Weight Rating the vehicle's capacity weight. (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle.
Page 199: Starting And Operating
9-14 Driving and Operating If you put things inside the Starting and Warning (Continued) vehicle like suitcases, tools, Operating packages, or anything Never stack heavier else they will go as fast as the things, like suitcases, New Vehicle Break-In vehicle goes. If you have to stop inside the vehicle so that or turn quickly, or if there is a some of them are above...
Page 200: Ignition Positions
Driving and Operating 9-15 This is the only position from which Caution (Continued) Caution the key can be removed. This locks the ignition and automatic breaking-in guideline every Using a tool to force the key to transmission. time you get new brake turn in the ignition could cause Do not turn the engine off when the linings.
Page 201: Ignition Positions
9-16 Driving and Operating shift lever must be in P (Park) to 3 (ON/RUN): The ignition switch A warning tone sounds when the turn the ignition switch to the stays in this position when the driver door is opened when the LOCK/OFF position.
Page 202 Driving and Operating 9-17 Pressing the button cycles it through If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the 3. Come to a complete stop, shift three modes, ACC/ACCESSORY, ignition will return to ACC/ to P (Park), and turn the ignition ON/RUN/START, and Stopping the ACCESSORY and display the to OFF.
Page 203 9-18 Driving and Operating ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber Service Only Mode Caution Indicator Light): This mode allows This power mode is available for you to use some electrical service and diagnostics, and to Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the accessories when the engine is off.
Page 204: Access)
Driving and Operating 9-19 let go of the key, and the Caution Caution accelerator. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do If the steering wheel is turned Cranking the engine for long the same thing. This clears the until it reaches the end of its periods of time, by returning the extra gasoline from the engine.
Page 205 9-20 Driving and Operating If the RKE transmitter is not in to the floor and holding it there Warning (Continued) the vehicle, if there is as you press the ENGINE interference, or the RKE battery START/STOP button, for up to a may be injured.
Page 206 Driving and Operating 9-21 The air conditioning or defrost Shifting out of D (Drive) to any AUTO STOP on the tachometer system need the compressor to other gear. signifies that the engine is in auto maintain interior comfort. See stop mode. See Tachometer on The air conditioning or defrost Dual Automatic Climate Control page 5-11.
Page 207: Engine Heater
9-22 Driving and Operating Auto stop time is greater than two minutes. The hood is opened. Engine Heater The engine coolant heater, if available, can help in cold weather conditions at or below 18°C (0°F) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
Page 208: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating 9-23 4. Before starting the engine, be Warning Warning (Continued) sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it overheat and cause a fire, Improper use of the heater cord away from moving engine parts. property damage, electric or an extension cord can damage The length of time the heater should...
Page 209: Shifting Into Park
9-24 Driving and Operating Power to the power windows and down the regular brake pedal. See if Warning (Continued) sunroof will continue to operate for you can move the shift lever away up to 10 minutes or until any door is from P (Park) without first pulling it It is dangerous to get out of the opened.
Page 210: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-25 If you are towing a trailer and If the vehicle has an uncharged If you still cannot move the shift parking on a hill, see Driving battery or a battery with low voltage, lever from P (Park), consult your Characteristics and Towing Tips on try charging or jump starting the dealer or a professional towing...
Page 211: Engine Exhaust
9-26 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 212: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-27 Automatic lever button pressed before shifting Warning from P (Park) when the ignition key Transmission is in ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out It is dangerous to get out of the of P (Park), ease pressure on the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully shift lever, then push the shift lever in P (Park) with the parking brake...
Page 213 9-28 Driving and Operating To rock the vehicle back and forth to Caution Caution get out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging the transmission, see If Shifting out of P (Park) or If the vehicle accelerates slowly, the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9-9. N (Neutral) with the engine or does not shift gears, the N (Neutral): In this position, the...
Page 214: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating 9-29 Manual Mode position. The gear indicator in Without Selective Ride Control the instrument cluster will still 1. Move the shift lever from Driver Shift Control (DSC) display an S for Sport Mode, and D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode). the SPORT MODE ON message The transmission will enter will display momentarily.
Page 215: Drive Systems
9-30 Driving and Operating engine rpm is too high, nor to the Drive Systems Brakes next higher gear when the maximum engine rpm is reached. All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake While in Manual Mode, the System (ABS) Vehicles with this feature always transmission will automatically send engine power to all four downshift when the vehicle comes...
Page 216: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-31 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 the wheels are...
Page 217 9-32 Driving and Operating parking brake-related Driver flashing, have the vehicle serviced. EPB Release Information Center (DIC) messages. Do not drive the vehicle if the red To release the EPB: See Brake System Messages on parking brake status light is flashing. page 5-36.
Page 218: Brake Assist
Driving and Operating 9-33 Brake Assist Hill Start Assist (HSA) Caution (Continued) The Brake Assist feature is This vehicle has an HSA feature, damage to brake system parts. designed to assist the driver in which may be useful when the Make sure that the parking brake stopping or decreasing vehicle vehicle is stopped on a grade...
Page 219: Ride Control Systems
9-34 Driving and Operating Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping the vehicle on the intended path. Traction Control/ If cruise control is being used and Electronic Stability traction control or StabiliTrak begins Control to limit wheel spin, cruise control will The indicator light for both systems disengage.
Page 220 Driving and Operating 9-35 Turning the Systems Off To turn off only TCS, press and comes on and stays on: and On release the button. The traction 1. Stop the vehicle. off light displays in the instrument 2. Turn the engine off and wait cluster.
Page 221: Limited-Slip Differential
9-36 Driving and Operating To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on Selective Ride Control TOUR: Use for normal city and highway driving. This setting again, press and release the The vehicle may have a ride control provides a smooth, soft ride. button.
Page 222: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-37 Cruise Control If equipped with the Traction Control System (TCS), the system may With cruise control the vehicle can begin to limit wheel spin while you maintain a speed of about 40 km/h are using cruise control. If this (25 mph) or more without keeping happens, the cruise control will your foot on the accelerator.
Page 223 9-38 Driving and Operating To increase vehicle speed in SET (Set/Coast): Press the The cruise control indicator on the small increments, press RES+ control down briefly to set the speed instrument cluster turns green after up briefly. For each press, the and activate cruise control.
Page 224: Adaptive Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-39 The speedometer reading can be lower gear to keep your speed The following gap is the following displayed in either English or metric down. If the brake pedal is applied, time between your vehicle and a units.
Page 225 9-40 Driving and Operating Warning Warning (Continued) ACC has limited braking ability Do not use Adaptive Cruise and may not have time to slow Control when: the vehicle down enough to avoid On winding and hilly roads or a collision with another vehicle when the sensors are you are following.
Page 226 Driving and Operating 9-41 SET (Set/Coast): Press the To set ACC: Be mindful of speed limits, control down briefly to set the speed surrounding traffic speeds, and 1. Press and activate cruise control. If cruise weather conditions when selecting control is already active, use to the set speed.
Page 227 9-42 Driving and Operating When the accelerator pedal is Reducing Speed While ACC is at a Selecting the Follow Distance Gap pressed, ACC will not brake Set Speed When a slower moving vehicle is because it is overridden. If ACC is already activated, do one detected ahead within the selected A warning message will appear of the following:...
Page 228 Driving and Operating 9-43 range of selectable gaps may not be Alert Seat will pulse five times. See selected follow gap. The vehicle appropriate for all drivers and Collision/Detection Systems under speed increases or decreases to driving conditions. Vehicle Personalization on follow the vehicle in front of you, but page 5-45.
Page 229 9-44 Driving and Operating The ACC active symbol will not be applies the electric parking brake to Warning (Continued) displayed when ACC is no longer hold the vehicle. The electric active. parking brake status light will turn could cause a crash. Use caution on.
Page 230 Driving and Operating 9-45 Warning Warning Warning Leaving the vehicle without The ACC will not automatically On curves, ACC may respond to placing it in P (Park) can be apply the brakes if your foot is a vehicle in another lane, or may dangerous.
Page 231 9-46 Driving and Operating When following a vehicle and Other Vehicle Lane Changes Do Not Use ACC on Hills and entering a curve, ACC may not When Towing a Trailer detect the vehicle ahead and accelerate to the set speed. When this happens, the vehicle ahead symbol will not appear.
Page 232: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and Operating 9-47 Disengaging ACC Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) There are three ways to Systems disengage ACC: Detect children, pedestrians, This vehicle may have features that bicyclists, or animals. Step lightly on the brake pedal. work together to help avoid crashes Detect vehicles or objects or reduce crash damage while Press...
Page 233: Assistance Systems For Parking Or Backing
9-48 Driving and Operating Audible or Safety Alert Seat When the vehicle is shifted into Warning (Continued) R (Reverse), the RVC displays an Some driver assistance features image of the area behind the vehicle alert the driver of obstacles by use proper care before backing in the center stack display.
Page 234 Driving and Operating 9-49 On vehicles with the Rear Cross These detection distances may be Traffic Alert (RCTA), a triangle with shorter during warmer or humid an arrow may also display on the weather. Blocked sensors will not RVC screen to warn of traffic detect objects and can also cause coming from either direction when false detections.
Page 235: Assistance Systems For Driving
9-50 Driving and Operating Turning the Features On or Off 3. Press Rear Park Assist Symbols or Guidance Lines, and then select OFF or ON. Assistance Systems for Driving If equipped, when driving the vehicle forward, Forward Collision button on the center stack Alert (FCA), Lane Departure The vehicle may have instrument is used to turn on or off the Rear...
Page 236 Driving and Operating 9-51 FCA detects vehicles within a FCA can be disabled through Warning distance of approximately 60 m vehicle personalization. See the (197 ft) and operates at speeds Auto Collision Preparation portion FCA does not provide a warning above 40 km/h (25 mph).
Page 237 9-52 Driving and Operating Collision Alert Selecting the Alert Timing Following Distance Indication The Collision Alert control is on the The following distance to a moving vehicle you are following is steering wheel. Press to set the indicated in following time in alert timing.
Page 238: System
Driving and Operating 9-53 Active Emergency Warning Warning Braking System IBA may increase vehicle braking ACP is an emergency crash If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise in situations when it may not be preparation feature and is not Control (ACC) it also has the Active necessary.
Page 239: Side Blind Zone
9-54 Driving and Operating Automatic Braking may slow the Warning (Continued) Warning vehicle to a complete stop to try to avoid a potential crash. The vehicle Complete attention is always Using the Automatic Collision will only hold at a stop briefly. A firm required while driving, and you Preparation System while towing press of the accelerator pedal will...
Page 240 Driving and Operating 9-55 the Lane Change Alert system, read approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) Warning (Continued) the entire Lane Change Alert and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The section before using this feature. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) changing lanes may result in warning area starts at approximately injury, death, or vehicle damage.
Page 241 9-56 Driving and Operating page 5-45. If LCA is disabled by the vehicles. This is normal system driver, the LCA mirror displays will operation; the vehicle does not need not light up. service. LCA may not always alert the driver When the System Does Not to vehicles in the next lane over, Seem to Work Properly...
Page 242: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw)
Driving and Operating 9-57 If the LCA displays do not light up Warning Warning (Continued) when vehicles are in the side blind zone or rapidly approaching this The LDW system does not steer marking. Always keep your zone and the system is clean, the the vehicle.
Page 243 9-58 Driving and Operating When the System Does Not Fuel Seem to Work Properly Use of the recommended fuel is an The system may not detect lanes as important part of the proper well when there are: maintenance of this vehicle. When driving in the U.S.
Page 244: California Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-59 If the vehicle has a yellow fuel cap, available in some cities. If these malfunction indicator lamp may turn E85 or FlexFuel can be used in the gasolines comply with the on. If this occurs, see your dealer vehicle.
Page 245: Fuels In Foreign Countries
9-60 Driving and Operating Fuels in Foreign gasoline additive recommended by the fuel if the ethanol content is General Motors. It is available at greater than 85%. Fuel mixtures that Countries your dealer. do not meet ASTM or CGSB specifications can affect driveability If planning to drive in countries Do not use additives with E85 or and could cause the malfunction...
Page 246: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-61 Caution Warning (Continued) Keep sparks, flames, and Do not use fuel containing smoking materials away methanol. It can corrode metal from fuel. parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. Do not leave the fuel pump That damage would not be unattended.
Page 247: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-62 Driving and Operating Do not top off or overfill the tank and Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued) wait a few seconds before removing the nozzle. Clean fuel from painted Place the container on the emissions system. See surfaces as soon as possible. See ground.
Page 248: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-63 Do not tow a trailer during the Trailer Towing Warning first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent damage to the engine, axle, General Towing When towing a trailer, exhaust or other parts. gases may collect at the rear of Information Then during the first 800 km the vehicle and enter if the...
Page 249 9-64 Driving and Operating Towing a trailer requires a certain Passing Caution (Continued) amount of experience. The More passing distance is needed combination you are driving is when towing a trailer. The The vehicle could be damaged. longer and not as responsive as the combination will not accelerate as Avoid making very sharp turns vehicle itself.
Page 250 Driving and Operating 9-65 Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift Parking on Hills 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then the transmission to a lower gear if apply the parking brake and shift the transmission shifts too often into P (Park). Warning under heavy loads and/or hilly 5.
Page 251: Trailer Towing
9-66 Driving and Operating lubricant, belts, cooling system, and how much the vehicle is used to pull curb weight of the vehicle, any brake system. It is a good idea to a trailer are all important. It can cargo carried in it, and the people inspect these before and during depend on any special equipment who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 252: Trailer Towing (Eassist)
Driving and Operating 9-67 The trailer tongue (1) should weigh Towing Equipment Safety Chains 10 % of the total loaded trailer Always attach chains between the Hitches weight (2). vehicle and the trailer. Cross the Use the correct hitch equipment. After loading the trailer, weigh the safety chains under the tongue of See your dealer or a hitch dealer for...
Page 253: Conversions And Add-Ons
9-68 Driving and Operating Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment Caution 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.
Page 254: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Power Steering Fluid (2.4L High Intensity Discharge L4 Engine and 3.6L (HID) Lighting ... . . 10-31 V6 Engine with FWD) ..10-23 LED Lighting .
Page 255: Vehicle Care
10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Sidewall Labeling ..10-44 Storing the Tire Sealant and General Information Tire Designations ... 10-46 Compressor Kit ... 10-72 For service and parts needs, visit Tire Terminology and Tire Changing .
Page 256: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition For additional information, see Damage to vehicle components www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ resulting from modifications or the 65 Warning perchlorate. installation or use of non GM certified parts, including control Most motor vehicles, including this Accessories and module or software modifications, is one, contain and/or emit chemicals not covered under the terms of the known to the State of California to...
Page 257: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks All Vehicles This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Airbag System Warning Doing Your Own Check on page 3-32. Service Work It can be dangerous to work on Keep a record with all parts receipts your vehicle if you do not have and list the mileage and the date of...
Page 258: Hood
Vehicle Care 10-5 Hood To close the hood: 1. Before closing the hood, be sure To open the hood: all the filler caps are on properly. 2. Lower the hood 30 cm (12 in) above the vehicle and release it so it fully latches.
Page 259 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2.4L L4 Engine...
Page 260 Vehicle Care 10-7 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on 6. High Voltage Cable (Orange 10. Coolant Surge Tank and page 10-15. Color). Pressure Cap. See Engine Coolant on page 10-19. 2. Engine Cover. 7. Transmission Fluid Cap. See Automatic Transmission Fluid on 11.
Page 261 10-8 Vehicle Care 3.6L V6 Engine AWD...
Page 262 Vehicle Care 10-9 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on 5. Engine Cover. 9. Battery Cover. See Battery on page 10-15. page 10-27. 6. Transmission Fluid Cap and 2. Power Steering Reservoir and Dipstick. See Automatic 10. Engine Compartment Fuse Cap. See Power Steering Fluid Transmission Fluid on Block on page 10-36.
Page 263 10-10 Vehicle Care 3.6L V6 Engine FWD...
Page 264: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-11 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil page 10-15. It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine 2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to performance and long life, careful Oil on page 10-11.
Page 265 10-12 Vehicle Care 2. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it what kind of oil to use. For engine See Engine Compartment Overview with a clean paper towel or cloth, oil crankcase capacity, see on page 10-6 for the location of the then push it back in all the way.
Page 266: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-13 temperatures. When selecting an oil properly dispose of clothing or rags of the appropriate viscosity grade, containing used engine oil. See the always select an oil of the correct manufacturer's warnings about the specification. See Specification use and disposal of oil products. earlier in this section for more Used oil can be a threat to the information.
Page 267 10-14 Vehicle Care For the oil life system to work If the system is ever reset 2. Press on the DIC controls and properly, the system must be reset accidentally, the oil must be hold down for a few seconds to every time the oil is changed.
Page 268: Automatic Transmission
Vehicle Care 10-15 Automatic Transmission Change the fluid at the intervals How to Inspect the Engine Air listed in Maintenance Schedule on Cleaner/Filter Fluid page 11-2, and be sure to use the To inspect the air cleaner/filter, fluid listed in Recommended Fluids How to Check Automatic remove the filter from the vehicle and Lubricants on page 11-12.
Page 269 10-16 Vehicle Care To inspect or replace the engine air 4. Remove the screws (3) on top of cleaner/filter: the engine air cleaner/filter housing. 1. Open the hood. See Hood on 5. Lift the filter cover housing away page 10-5. from the engine air cleaner/filter 2.
Page 270: Cooling System
Vehicle Care 10-17 1. Electrical Connector 8. Inspect or replace the engine air Cooling System cleaner/filter. 2. Air Duct Clamp The cooling system allows the 3. Screws 9. Reverse Steps 2 5 to reinstall engine to maintain the correct 4. Secondary Air Hose the filter cover housing.
Page 271 10-18 Vehicle Care Warning Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant.
Page 272: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-19 What to Use This mixture: Caution (Continued) Gives freezing protection down Warning to 37°C ( 34°F), outside vehicle warranty. Always use temperature. DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant Adding only plain water or some in the vehicle. Gives boiling protection up to other liquid to the cooling system 129°C (265°F), engine can be dangerous.
Page 273 10-20 Vehicle Care If coolant is visible but the coolant Caution (Continued) Caution level is not at or above the mark pointed to, add a 50/50 mixture of proper mixture of engine coolant This vehicle has a specific clean, drinkable water and for the cooling system.
Page 274: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 10-21 reaches the mark pointed to on the front of the coolant surge tank. 5. Replace the cap tightly. Caution The coolant surge tank pressure cap can be removed when the If the pressure cap is not tightly cooling system, including the surge installed, coolant loss and tank pressure cap and upper...
Page 275 10-22 Vehicle Care If the decision is made not to lift the If Steam Is Coming from the If the overheat warning displays with hood when this warning appears, no sign of steam: Engine Compartment get service help right away. See 1.
Page 276: Overheated Engine
Vehicle Care 10-23 If the warning continues, pull over, The engine coolant temperature Power Steering Fluid stop, and park the vehicle warning light comes on the (3.6L V6 Engine right away. instrument panel, to indicate the with AWD) vehicle has entered overheated If there is no sign of steam, idle the engine protection operating mode.
Page 277: Washer Fluid
10-24 Vehicle Care How to Check Power Steering Washer Fluid Fluid What to Use Check the level when the engine When windshield washer fluid is is cool. needed, be sure to read the To check the power steering fluid: manufacturer's instructions before use.
Page 278: Brakes
Vehicle Care 10-25 Brakes Some driving conditions or climates Caution can cause a brake squeal when the Disc brake pads have built-in wear brakes are first applied or lightly Do not use engine coolant indicators that make a high-pitched applied. This does not mean (antifreeze) in the windshield warning sound when the brake pads something is wrong with the brakes.
Page 279: Brake Fluid
10-26 Vehicle Care Replacing Brake System Parts There are only two reasons why the Warning brake fluid level in the reservoir Always replace brake system parts might go down: with new, approved replacement If too much brake fluid is added, it The brake fluid level goes down parts.
Page 280: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-27 dealer has information on how to Warning Caution (Continued) recycle the high voltage battery. There is also information available If brake fluid is spilled on the With the wrong kind of fluid in the at http://www.recyclemybattery.com. vehicle's painted surfaces, brake hydraulic system, the the paint finish can be brakes might not work well.
Page 281: All-Wheel Drive
10-28 Vehicle Care Infrequent Usage: Remove the Starter Switch Check Warning 12-volt battery black, negative ( ) cable from the battery to keep the Warning Battery posts, terminals, and battery from running down. related accessories contain lead When you are doing this Extended Storage: Remove the and lead compounds, chemicals 12-volt battery black, negative ( )
Page 282: Park Brake And P (Park)
Vehicle Care 10-29 Automatic Transmission 3. With the engine off, turn the Park Brake and P (Park) ignition on, but do not start the Shift Lock Control Mechanism Check engine. Without applying the Function Check regular brake, try to move the Warning shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort.
Page 283: Windshield Replacement
10-30 Vehicle Care To check the P (Park) To replace the windshield wiper 4. Remove the wiper blade. mechanism's holding ability: blade: Allowing the wiper blade arm to With the engine running, shift to 1. Pull the windshield wiper touch the windshield when no P (Park).
Page 284: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care 10-31 Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on Warning page 10-34. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected.
Page 285: Headlamps, Front Turn
10-32 Vehicle Care Headlamps, Front Turn To replace one of these bulbs: Uplevel Headlamp Assembly Signal and Parking 1. Open the hood. See Hood on The uplevel model vehicle has a page 10-5. high intensity discharge (HID) high/ Lamps low beam, DRL/parking lamp, and a 2.
Page 286: Taillamps, Turn Signal
Vehicle Care 10-33 3. Pull the bulb straight out from To replace one of these lamps: License Plate Lamp the socket. 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on The license plate lamps for this 4. Reverse Steps 1 3 to install. page 2-13.
Page 287: Replacement Bulbs
10-34 Vehicle Care Replacement Bulbs Electrical System Bulb Exterior Lamp High Voltage Devices and Number Wiring Back-Up Lamp 921LL (W16W) Warning Front Turn 7444NA Signal Lamp Exposure to high voltage can Headlamp High HIR2 cause shock, burns, and even Beam (Base) death.
Page 288: Electrical System
Vehicle Care 10-35 Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Overload Breakers An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in The vehicle has fuses and circuit The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the breakers to protect against an protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away...
Page 289: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
10-36 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Fuse Block To remove the fuse block cover, squeeze the three retaining clips on the cover and lift it straight up. The vehicle may not be equipped J-Case Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Fuses Caution features shown.
Page 290 Vehicle Care 10-37 J-Case Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Fuses Engine Control Transmission Rear Heated Seats Control Module Module Switched Battery Battery (from Engine Antilock Brake Control Module System Pump Engine Control Relay) Module Battery Electric Parking Six Cylinder Engine: Brake Air Conditioning Post Catalytic...
Page 291 10-38 Vehicle Care Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Right High Beam Cabin Heater Variable Effort Coolant Pump Steering (if Left High Beam (eAssist)/Secondary equipped) or eAssist Air Injector/ Power Inverter Cooling Fan Relay Secondary Air Module Six Cylinder Engine: Injector with Heated Seat, Left/...
Page 292 Vehicle Care 10-39 Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Micro Usage Relays Cluster Run/Crank AIR Solenoid (eAssist) Air Conditioning Run/Crank for Inside Compressor Clutch Rearview Mirror, Fuel Pump Power Rear Vision Camera, Module/Chassis Starter Air Quality Sensor, Control Module Wiper Speed Aero Shutter Motor Regulated Voltage Wiper Control...
Page 293: Block
10-40 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and Block features shown. Fuses Usage APO 3 Body Control Module 7 Steering Wheel Controls Backlight Radio/Human Machine Interface/ Pull the door toward you to release Rear Auxiliary Audio it from the hinge.
Page 294 Vehicle Care 10-41 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Pre-Fuse for Fuses Rear Heater Body Control Module 4 4 and 5 Ventilation Air Conditioning/Blower Body Control Center Stack Module 8 Displays, Head-Up AC/DC Inverter (J-Case Fuse) Display, Right Steering Wheel Relays Usage Front Heater...
Page 295: Wheels And Tires
10-42 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Tires and a serious crash. See Worn or old tires can Vehicle Load Limits on cause a crash. If the tread Every new GM vehicle has page 9-10. is badly worn, high-quality tires made by a replace them.
Page 296: All-Season Tires
Vehicle Care 10-43 Use only radial ply tires of the See Tire Pressure for traction or performance as winter same size, load range, and tires on snow or ice-covered roads. High-Speed Operation on speed rating as the original See Winter Tires on page 10-43. page 10-51 for inflation pressure equipment tires.
Page 297: Tire Sidewall Labeling
10-44 Vehicle Care Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the DOT Tire Date of Tire Size illustration later in this Manufacture The last four Useful information about a tire is section. digits of the TIN indicate the tire molded into its sidewall. The manufactured date.
Page 298 Vehicle Care 10-45 (5) Tire Ply Material The type (2) Temporary Use Only of cord and number of plies in compact spare tire or temporary the sidewall and under the tread. use tire should not be driven at speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). (6) Uniform Tire Quality The compact spare tire is for Grading (UTQG)
Page 299: Tire Designations
10-46 Vehicle Care (4) Maximum Cold Inflation criteria have a TPC specification vehicle tire engineered to Load Limit Maximum load that code molded onto the sidewall. standards set by the U.S. Tire can be carried and the GM's TPC specifications meet or and Rim Association.
Page 300: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-47 (5) Rim Diameter Diameter of automatic transmission, power before a tire has built up heat the wheel in inches. windows, power seats, and air from driving. See Tire Pressure conditioning. on page 10-50. (6) Service Description These characters represent the load Aspect Ratio The relationship...
Page 301 10-48 Vehicle Care GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure outward when mounted on a Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to vehicle. The side of the tire that Vehicle Load Limits on which a cold tire can be inflated. contains a whitewall, bears page 9-10.
Page 302 Vehicle Care 10-49 Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic Treadwear Indicators Narrow Vehicle Capacity Weight tire in which the ply cords that bands, sometimes called wear number of designated seating extend to the beads are laid at bars, that show across the tread positions multiplied by 90 degrees to the centerline of of a tire when only 1.6 mm...
Page 303: Tire Pressure
10-50 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure How the vehicle is loaded Caution (Continued) affects vehicle handling and ride Tires need the correct amount of comfort. Never load the vehicle air pressure to operate Overinflated tires, or tires that with more weight than it was effectively.
Page 304: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-51 Remove the valve cap from the Tire Pressure for Vehicles with P245/45R19 size tires require inflation pressure adjustment tire valve stem. Press the tire High-Speed Operation when driving the vehicle at speeds gauge firmly onto the valve to of 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher.
Page 305: Tire Pressure Monitor
10-52 Vehicle Care the air pressure in your tires and significantly under-inflated tire When the malfunction indicator is transmit tire pressure readings to a causes the tire to overheat and can illuminated, the system may not be receiver located in the vehicle. lead to tire failure.
Page 306 Vehicle Care 10-53 condition exists. TPMS sensors are tire pressure warning light and the The TPMS can warn about a low mounted onto each tire and wheel DIC warning message come on at tire pressure condition but it does assembly, excluding the spare tire each ignition cycle until the tires are not replace normal tire and wheel assembly.
Page 307 10-54 Vehicle Care low tire warning light flashes for sensor matching process. See for service if the TPMS malfunction about one minute and then stays on "TPMS Sensor Matching light and DIC message comes on for the remainder of the ignition Process"...
Page 308 Vehicle Care 10-55 Activation Tool at Settings menu. See Driver 8. Proceed to the passenger side www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or Information Center (DIC) on front tire, and repeat the call 1-800-GM TOOLS page 5-28. procedure in Step 7. (1-800-468-6657). 4. Use the DIC controls on the right 9.
Page 309: Tire Inspection
10-56 Vehicle Care The tire has a puncture, cut, Tire Inspection Anytime unusual wear is or other damage that cannot noticed, rotate the tires as soon We recommend that the tires, be repaired well because of as possible, check for proper tire including the spare tire, if the the size or location of the inflation pressure, and check for...
Page 310: When It Is Time For New
Vehicle Care 10-57 Do not include the compact When It Is Time for New Warning spare tire in the tire rotation. Tires Adjust the front and rear tires to Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Factors such as maintenance, parts to which it is fastened, can the recommended inflation temperatures, driving speeds,...
Page 311: Buying New Tires
10-58 Vehicle Care The rubber in tires ages over time. slow aging. This area should be free GM's exclusive TPC Spec This also applies to the spare tire, of grease, gasoline, or other system considers over a dozen if the vehicle has one, even if it is substances that can deteriorate critical specifications that impact never used.
Page 312 Vehicle Care 10-59 If proper rotation and Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) maintenance have been done, all four tires should wear out at Only your dealer or authorized A tire and/or wheel could fail about the same time. See Tire tire service center should suddenly and cause a crash.
Page 313: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-60 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading treadwear, traction, and Warning Information label indicates the temperature performance. This original equipment tires on the applies only to vehicles sold in If different sized wheels are used, vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits the United States.
Page 314 Vehicle Care 10-61 Quality grades can be found their use, however, and may Temperature where applicable on the tire depart significantly from the The temperature grades are A sidewall between tread shoulder norm due to variations in driving (the highest), B, and C, and maximum section width.
Page 315: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-62 Vehicle Care overloaded. Excessive speed, Wheel Replacement Warning underinflation, or excessive Replace any wheel that is bent, loading, either separately or in Using the wrong replacement cracked, or badly rusted or combination, can cause heat wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel corroded.
Page 316: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-63 Used Replacement Wheels If a Tire Goes Flat Warning (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blow out Warning parts. The area damaged by the while driving, especially if the tires tire chains could cause loss of are maintained properly.
Page 317 10-64 Vehicle Care Warning Warning Warning Driving on a flat tire will cause Lifting a vehicle and getting under Changing a tire can be permanent damage to the tire. it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous. The vehicle can slip Re-inflating a tire after it has been dangerous without the off the jack and roll over or fall...
Page 318: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 10-65 This vehicle may come with a jack The following information explains Warning and spare tire or a tire sealant and how to repair or change a tire. compressor kit. To use the jacking Overinflating a tire could cause Tire Sealant and equipment to change a spare tire the tire to rupture and you or...
Page 319 10-66 Vehicle Care If this vehicle has a tire sealant and The kit includes: Tire Sealant compressor kit, there may not be a Read and follow the safe handling spare tire, tire changing equipment, instructions on the label adhered to and on some vehicles there may not the compressor.
Page 320 Vehicle Care 10-67 Using the Tire Sealant and If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 5. Attach the sealant/air hose (6) and wheel damage by driving slowly onto the tire valve stem. Turn it Compressor Kit to Temporarily to a level place. Turn on the hazard clockwise until it is tight.
Page 321 10-68 Vehicle Care 9. Press the on/off button (1) to reading. The compressor may 11. Press the on/off button (1) to turn the tire sealant and be turned on/off until the turn the tire sealant and compressor kit on. correct pressure is reached. compressor kit off.
Page 322 Vehicle Care 10-69 19. Stop at a safe location and 21. Dispose of the used sealant check the tire pressure. Refer canister and sealant/air hose to Steps 1 11 under Using the (6) assembly at a local dealer Tire Sealant and Compressor or in accordance with local Kit without Sealant to Inflate a state codes and practices.
Page 323 10-70 Vehicle Care Using the Tire Sealant and See If a Tire Goes Flat on 6. Plug the power plug (7) into the page 10-63 for other important accessory power outlet in the Compressor Kit without safety warnings. vehicle. Unplug all items from Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not other accessory power outlets.
Page 324 Vehicle Care 10-71 10. Inflate the tire to the 11. Press the on/off button (1) to Removal and Installation of the recommended inflation turn the tire sealant and Sealant Canister pressure using the pressure compressor kit off. To remove the sealant canister: gauge (4).
Page 325: Tire Changing
10-72 Vehicle Care 6. Screw the connector (2) to the 4. Remove the tire sealant and 3. Turn the retainer nut canister (1). compressor kit. counterclockwise and remove the spare tire. 7. Slide the plastic cover back on. To store the tire sealant and compressor kit, reverse the steps.
Page 326 Vehicle Care 10-73 Place the tools next to the tire being changed. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10-63 for more information. 2.
Page 327 10-74 Vehicle Care Warning Warning Getting under a vehicle when it is Lifting a vehicle and getting under lifted on a jack is dangerous. it to do maintenance or repairs is If the vehicle slips off the jack, dangerous without the you could be badly injured or appropriate safety equipment and killed.
Page 328 Vehicle Care 10-75 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 329 10-76 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Caution to the proper torque specification Wheel covers will not fit on the after replacing. Follow the torque vehicle's compact spare. If you try specification supplied by the to put a wheel cover on the aftermarket manufacturer when compact spare, the cover or the using accessory locking wheel...
Page 330: Compact Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-77 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and 5. Turn the retainer nut clockwise Stop as soon as possible and check Tools With a Screw in Fastener to secure the tire. that the spare tire is correctly inflated after being installed on the 6.
Page 331: Jump Starting Jump Starting
10-78 Vehicle Care Jump Starting Caution Jump Starting (On-board When the compact spare is installed, do not take the vehicle with eAssist Only) through an automatic car wash If the vehicle fails to crank, it may with guide rails. The compact be jump started by using the eAssist spare can get caught on the rails battery to charge the 12-volt battery.
Page 332: Without Eassist)
Vehicle Care 10-79 On-board jump starting may be 3. Press then scroll 3. Press then scroll unavailable due to the 12-volt until Jump Start displays. until Jump Start displays. battery charge level, the eAssist 4. Press to activate the jump 4.
Page 333 10-80 Vehicle Care The vehicle has a battery cover 3. Reverse Steps 1 2 to reinstall Warning which must be removed to gain the battery cover. access to the battery for jump Batteries can hurt you. They can starting. be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you.
Page 334 Vehicle Care 10-81 mounting bolt. Connect to a spot as Caution Warning far away from the discharged battery as possible. If any accessories are left on or Using a match near a battery can 1. Check the other vehicle. It must plugged in during the jump cause battery gas to explode.
Page 335: Towing The Vehicle
10-82 Vehicle Care 5. Connect one end of the red Towing the Vehicle Caution positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal on the If the jumper cables are Caution discharged battery. connected or removed in the 6. Connect the other end of the red Incorrectly towing a disabled wrong order, electrical shorting positive (+) cable to the...
Page 336: Recreational Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-83 Is the proper towing equipment Recreational Vehicle Caution going to be used? See your Towing dealer or trailering professional If the vehicle is towed with all four for additional advice and Recreational vehicle towing means wheels on the ground, the equipment recommendations.
Page 337 10-84 Vehicle Care Dolly Towing from the Front 4. Firmly set the parking brake. Dolly Towing from the Front (Front-Wheel Drive) (All-Wheel Drive) 5. Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight-ahead position.
Page 338: Appearance Care
Vehicle Care 10-85 Dolly Towing from the Rear Appearance Care Caution (Continued) Exterior Care products can be obtained from your dealer. Follow all Locks manufacturer directions regarding correct product usage, necessary Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when safety precautions, and absolutely necessary, and have the appropriate disposal of any...
Page 339 10-86 Vehicle Care washed. This could cause damage calcium chloride and other salts, ice Caution (Continued) that would not be covered by the melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle warranty. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from may damage it. Use only industrial chimneys, etc., can If using an automatic car wash, non-abrasive waxes and polishes...
Page 340 Vehicle Care 10-87 Aftermarket appearance caps or The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ covers while the lamps are vehicle are aluminum or stainless Lenses, Emblems, Decals and illuminated, due to excessive steel. To prevent damage always Stripes heat generated.
Page 341 10-88 Vehicle Care Windshield and Wiper Blades can be removed by rubbing with a Caution clean cloth. See Recommended Clean the outside of the windshield Fluids and Lubricants on with glass cleaner. Chrome wheels and other chrome page 11-12. trim may be damaged if the Clean rubber blades using a lint-free Tires vehicle is not washed after driving...
Page 342: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-89 silicone grease on weatherstrips Finish Damage Caution (Continued) with a clean cloth will make them Quickly repair minor chips and last longer, seal better, and not stick scratches with touch-up materials automatic car wash that uses or squeak. available from your dealer to avoid silicone carbide tire cleaning corrosion.
Page 343 10-90 Vehicle Care Use a soft bristle brush to remove To prevent damage, do not clean Interior Glass dust from knobs and crevices on the the interior using the following To clean, use a terry cloth fabric instrument cluster. Using a mild cleaners or techniques: dampened with water.
Page 344 Vehicle Care 10-91 Coated Moldings To clean: cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small hidden area for colorfastness before 1. Saturate a clean lint-free Coated moldings should be cleaned. using a commercial upholstery colorfast cloth with water. When lightly soiled, wipe with a cleaner or spot lifter.
Page 345 10-92 Vehicle Care Caution Caution Caution Do not attach a device with a Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause suction cup to the display. This especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics may cause damage and would well as other interior surfaces, and painted surfaces.
Page 346: Floor Mats
Vehicle Care 10-93 Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the Warning proper floor mat usage: Floor Mats The original equipment floor Do not bleach or dye safety belts. Pull up on the rear of the floor mat mats were designed for your to unlock each retainer and remove.
Page 347 10-94 Vehicle Care NOTES...
Page 348: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil Maintenance Your vehicle is an important changes and tire rotations and investment. This section describes additional maintenance items like the required maintenance for the tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper vehicle.
Page 349: Maintenance Schedule
11-2 Service and Maintenance Frequently towing a trailer. Because of the way people use Maintenance vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Used for high speed or Schedule There may need to be more competitive driving. frequent checks and services. The Used for taxi, police, or delivery Owner Checks and Services Additional Required Services - service.
Page 350 Service and Maintenance 11-3 Visually inspect windshield wiper Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required blades for wear, cracking, Services Every 12 000 km/ When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL or contamination. See Exterior 7,500 mi SOON message displays, have the Care on page 10-85.
Page 351 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect steering, Check starter switch. See Starter Visually inspect gas strut for suspension, and chassis Switch Check on page 10-28. signs of wear, cracks, or other components for damaged, loose, damage. Check the hold open Check automatic transmission or missing parts or signs of ability of the strut.
Page 352 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 353 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Schedule Additional Required and hoses for proper hook-up, comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services - Normal routing, and condition. excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed.
Page 354 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 355: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance Special Application Additional Schedule Additional Required Services Maintenance and Care Services - Severe (1) Or every two years, whichever Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important comes first. More frequent Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly replacement may be needed if the components every 5 000 km/...
Page 356 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Battery Brakes Hoses The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Hoses transport fluids and should the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. be regularly inspected to ensure additional electrical accessories. that there are no cracks or leaks.
Page 357 11-10 Service and Maintenance Trained dealer technicians can Shocks and Struts Tires inspect and recommend the right Shocks and struts help aid in control Tires need to be properly inflated, tires. Your dealer can also for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining provide tire/wheel balancing the tires can save money and fuel, services to ensure smooth...
Page 358 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Wheel Alignment Windshield Wiper Blades Wheel alignment is critical for For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned ensuring that the tires deliver best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to optimal wear and performance.
Page 359: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. Look for the dexos1 approved logo for GM approved engine oil.
Page 360: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 55560894 A3128C Engine Oil Filter 2.4L L4 Engine 12605566 PF457G 3.6L V6 Engine...
Page 361: Maintenance Records
11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 362 Service and Maintenance 11-15 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 363 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 364: Technical Data
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 365: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System 2.4L L4 Engine 9.6 L 10.1 qt...
Page 366 Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2.4L L4 Engine Automatic 0.75 0.90 mm (0.030...
Page 367: Engine Drive Belt Routing
12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 3.6L V6 Engine 2.4L L4 Engine Belt removal and installation requires special tools. See your dealer for service.
Page 368: Customer Information
Customer Information 13-1 Customer Reporting Safety Defects Customer Information Reporting Safety Defects to Information the United States Customer Satisfaction Government ....13-12 Procedure Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Customer Information Your satisfaction and goodwill are...
Page 369 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Buick, remember 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility.
Page 370: Customer Assistance
Customer Information 13-3 STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning Customer Assistance Owners: In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor Offices not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call Buick encourages customers to call procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care...
Page 371: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
13-4 Customer Information Canada Center. Any TTY user can (Service History): View communicate with Buick by dialing: printable dealer-recorded service General Motors of Canada Limited 1-800-832-8425. TTY users in records and self-recorded service Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: Canada can dial 1 800 263-3830. records.
Page 372: Program
Customer Information 13-5 Buick Owner Centre (Canada) GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca buickowner.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Visit the Buick Owner Centre: for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help representatives.
Page 373 13-6 Customer Information Model, year, color, and license Flat Tire Change: Service to driver if they decide the claims are plate number of the vehicle. change a flat tire with the spare made too often, or the same type of tire.
Page 374: Program
Customer Information 13-7 Services Specific to permission to get local safety related. If it is, please call emergency road service. You will your dealership, let them know this, Canadian-Purchased Vehicles receive payment, up to $100, and ask for instructions. Fuel delivery: Reimbursement after sending the original receipt If your dealer requests you to bring is up to 7 liters.
Page 375: Collision Damage Repair
13-8 Customer Information Courtesy Transportation is not a by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. It may not be possible to provide a part of the New Vehicle Limited customers arrange their own like vehicle as a courtesy rental. Warranty. A separate booklet transportation, limited Additional Program entitled Limited Warranty and...
Page 376 Customer Information 13-9 value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts center that has GM-trained be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New technicians and comparable collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any equipment. related failures are not covered by Collision Parts Insuring the Vehicle...
Page 377 13-10 Customer Information If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: Managing the Vehicle Damage company may require you to have Repair Process Driver name, address, and insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. In the event that the vehicle requires Genuine GM Original Equipment damage repairs, GM recommends Driver license number.
Page 378: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Information 13-11 If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions Current and Past Models company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Technical Service Bulletins and you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. Manuals are available for current repair valuation based on that and past model GM vehicles.
Page 379: Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)
13-12 Customer Information Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Reporting Safety Identification (RFID) Statement Defects RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that Reporting Safety Defects vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that pressure monitoring and ignition complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the to the United States system security, as well as in...
Page 380: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
Customer Information 13-13 To contact NHTSA, you may call Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects the Vehicle Safety Hotline to the Canadian to General Motors toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Government In addition to notifying NHTSA (or (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Transport Canada) in a situation like http://www.safercar.gov;...
Page 381: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
13-14 Customer Information Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a better understanding of the Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to recorded by your vehicle only if a...
Page 382: Onstar
Customer Information 13-15 ® GM will not access this data or OnStar Infotainment System share it with others except: with the If the vehicle is equipped with If the vehicle is equipped with a consent of the vehicle owner or, ®...
Page 383 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 384: Onstar Overview
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview existing public emergency service providers. OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle, including location OnStar Overview information. See OnStar s Terms OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 and Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details including OnStar Services...
Page 385: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar Receive On-Demand OnStar Services Press Diagnostics for a check of the Make a call, end a call, vehicle s key operating systems. Emergency or answer an incoming call. Receive Roadside Assistance. Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling With Automatic Crash Response, Manage WiFi Settings (if voice commands.
Page 386: Security
OnStar 14-3 Security 4. Follow the voice-guided 2. Say Repeat. System responds commands. with the last direction given, then OnStar provides services including responds with OnStar ready, Using Voice Commands Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote then a tone. During a Planned Route Ignition Block, and Roadside Get My Destination Assistance, if equipped.
Page 387: Connections
14-4 OnStar WiFi Connectivity (If Equipped) pressure (if the vehicle is equipped Destination Download: Press with the tire pressure monitoring then request the Advisor to The vehicle has a WiFi hotspot that system); or activate remote horn download directions to the provides a high-speed, wireless and lights.
Page 388 OnStar 14-5 OnStar Hands-Free Calling 3. Say 911 without pausing. 3. Say the entire number without System responds: 911. pausing. System responds: This service allows calls to be made Please say the name tag. 4. Say Call. System responds: and received from the vehicle. OK, dialing 911.
Page 389: Vehicle Diagnostics
14-6 OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics can Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Press to request account transfer...
Page 390 OnStar 14-7 in that area. The wireless service Services for People with OnStar Personal Identification provider must also have coverage, Disabilities Number (PIN) network capacity, reception, and Advisors provide services to help A PIN is needed to access some of technology compatible with OnStar subscribers with physical disabilities the OnStar services, like Remote...
Page 391 14-8 OnStar Potential Issues A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or Assistance after the vehicle has...
Page 392 OnStar 14-9 Third parties may unlawfully hereby granted, provided that the or other dealings in this Software intercept or access transmissions above copyright notice and this without prior written authorization of and private communications without permission notice appear in all the copyright holder.
Page 393 14-10 OnStar Kai Uwe Rommel, Steve Salisbury, this list of conditions in thereof, including, but not limited Dave Smith, Steven M. Schweda, documentation and/or other to, different capitalizations), Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, materials provided with the Pocket UnZip, WiZ or Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, distribution.
Page 394 INDEX Airbag System All-Season Tires ....10-43 Check ......3-32 All-Wheel Drive .
Page 395 INDEX Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Cautions, Danger, and Headlamps, Front Turn Warnings ......iv Battery ..... . . 10-27 Signal, and Parking Center Console Storage .
Page 396: Driver Assistance Systems
INDEX Compact Spare Tire ..10-77 Cruise Control ....9-37 Dome Lamps ....6-5 Compartments Light .
Page 397 INDEX Driving (cont'd) Engine Event Data Recorders ..13-14 Vehicle Load Limits ...9-10 Air Cleaner/Filter ... 10-15 Exit Lighting .
Page 398 INDEX Forward Collision Alert Fuses General Information (FCA) System ....9-50 Engine Compartment Service and Maintenance ..11-1 Frequency Statement Fuse Block ....10-36 Towing .
Page 399 INDEX Headlamps (cont'd) Flash-to-Pass ....6-2 Ignition Positions ..9-15, 9-16 Key and Lock Messages ..5-39 High Intensity Discharge Ignition Transmission Lock Keyless Entry...
Page 400: Lane Departure Warning
INDEX Lamps (cont'd) Lights Lights (cont'd) On Reminder ....5-25 Airbag Readiness ... . .5-14 Tire Pressure .
Page 401 INDEX Messages (cont'd) Lamp ......5-40 Maintenance Navigation Object Detection System ..5-40 ® Records .
Page 402 INDEX ® OnStar Additional Power Information ....14-6 Door Locks ....2-11 Park ®...
Page 403 i-10 INDEX Replacement Parts Roof Airbags ..... . .3-32 Sunroof ..... . .2-23 Radio Frequency Maintenance .
Page 404 INDEX i-11 Seats Service (cont'd) Spare Tire Maintenance, General Adjustment, Front ....3-4 Compact ....10-77 Head Restraints .
Page 405 i-12 INDEX Storage Areas Tires (cont'd) Sealant and Center Console ....4-3 Tachometer ....5-11 Convenience Net .
Page 406 INDEX i-13 Traction Vehicle Care Control System (TCS)/ Storing the Tire Sealant Uniform Tire Quality ® StabiliTrak Light ... .5-22 and Compressor Kit ..10-72 Grading .
Page 407 i-14 INDEX Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ....10-62 Different Size ....10-60 Replacement .

Lacrosse 2015 Buick Owner's Manual

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Airbag System

Safety Belts

Controls

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Engine Exhaust

Automatic Transmission

Drive Systems

Ride Control Systems

Cruise Control

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