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2013 Buick Encore Owner Manual
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-31
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-26
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-15
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-23
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-28
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-34
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-42
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-47
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-47
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-23
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-23
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-27
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-35

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  • Page 1 2013 Buick Encore Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2013 Buick Encore Owner Manual Jump Starting ....10-61 Customer Information ..13-1 Towing ..... . 10-64 Customer Information .
  • Page 3: Using This Manual

    à l'adresse Keep this manual in the vehicle for this manual including, but not limited savant: quick reference. to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the Helm, Incorporated BUICK Emblem, and ENCORE are Attention: Customer Service trademarks and/or service marks of...
  • Page 4 Introduction About Driving the Vehicle Symbols WARNING As with other vehicles of this type, The vehicle has components and These mean there is something failure to operate this vehicle labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other correctly may result in loss of text.
  • Page 5: Onstar

    Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Engine Coolant Temperature : Power Here are some additional symbols : Exterior Lamps : Remote Vehicle Start that may be found on the vehicle : Fog Lamps : Safety Belt Reminders and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to : Fuel Gauge : Tire Pressure Monitor...
  • Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
  • Page 7: In Brief

    In Brief In Brief Safety Belts ....1-9 Rear Vision Passenger Sensing System . . . 1-9 Camera (RVC) ... . . 1-17 Mirror Adjustment .
  • Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel...
  • Page 9: Information

    In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-6. 8. Light Sensor. See Automatic 17. Horn on page 5-3. Headlamp System on page 6-3. 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and 18. Steering Wheel Controls on Lane-Change Signals on 9. AM-FM Radio on page 7-7. page 5-2.
  • Page 10: Initial Drive Information

    In Brief Initial Drive : If equpped, press and hold briefly to initiate vehicle locator. Information Press and hold for at least three seconds to sound the panic This section provides a brief alarm. Press again to cancel the overview about some of the panic alarm.
  • Page 11: Door Locks

    In Brief When the engine starts, the parking Door Locks : Press to lock the doors. lamps will turn on and remain on as See Power Door Locks on page 2-7. To lock or unlock a door manually: long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate From the inside, to lock the door, Liftgate...
  • Page 12 In Brief Windows Seat Adjustment Manual Seats To open the liftgate, press the touch pad in the pull cup under the license plate and lift manually. Press the switch to lower the window. Pull up on the front edge of See Liftgate on page 2-8.
  • Page 13 In Brief Power Seats Lumbar Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks Manual Seat Shown, Power Seat To adjust a power seat: If available, press the front or rear of Similar the switch to increase or decrease Move the seat forward or To recline the seatback: lumbar support.
  • Page 14: Heated Seats

    In Brief To return the seatback to an upright If available, the MEM, 1, and 2 Heated Seats position: buttons on the outboard side of the driver seat are used to manually 1. Lift the lever fully without save and recall the driver seat and applying pressure to the outside mirror positions.
  • Page 15: Passenger Sensing System

    In Brief Press the control once for the Safety Belts Passenger Sensing highest setting. With each press of System the control, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then the off setting. Three lights indicate the highest setting and one light the lowest.
  • Page 16: Mirror Adjustment

    1-10 In Brief The passenger airbag status 2. Move the control to adjust the from the headlamps from behind. indicator will be visible on the mirror. The dimming feature comes on instrument panel when the vehicle is when the vehicle is started. 3.
  • Page 17: Exterior Lighting

    In Brief 1-11 3. Pull or push the steering wheel Exterior Lighting : When the button is returned to closer or away from you. the middle position, the lamps turn on automatically when a door is 4. Lift the lever up to lock the opened.
  • Page 18 1-12 In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer INT: Move the lever up to INT for : Turns on the parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, intermittent wipes, then turn the sidemarker lamps, and instrument INT band up for more frequent panel lights. wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
  • Page 19: Climate Controls

    In Brief 1-13 Climate Controls The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with these systems. Climate Control System 1. Temperature Control 5. Air Conditioning 2. Air Delivery Modes 6. Rear Window Defogger 3. Fan Control 7.
  • Page 20 1-14 In Brief Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) English Shown, Metric Similar 1. Driver and Passenger Heated 6. Air Conditioning DSC allows you to shift an Seats (If Equipped) 7. Fan Controls automatic transmission similar to a 2.
  • Page 21: Vehicle Features

    In Brief 1-15 2. Press the + (plus) end of the Vehicle Features Storing a Station as a Favorite button on the top of the shift Stations from all bands can be lever to upshift, or push the Radio(s) stored in the favorite lists in any (minus) end of the button to order.
  • Page 22: Onstar Overview

    1-16 In Brief 4. Press the center of the TUNE/ Portable Audio Devices Steering Wheel Controls MENU knob to select the next Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm number. (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB 5. To save and return to the Time port located in the center console.
  • Page 23: Infotainment System

    In Brief 1-17 Driver Information Rear Vision : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again Center (DIC) Camera (RVC) to turn the sound on. For vehicles The DIC display is in the instrument If available, the RVC displays a view with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, cluster.
  • Page 24 1-18 In Brief Keep the sensors on the vehicle's Sunroof Open/Close: Press and hold the front and rear bumpers clean to front or rear of switch (1) to open or ensure proper operation. close the sunroof. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on Vent: Press and hold the front or page 9-36 for more information.
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    In Brief 1-19 ® Performance and StabiliTrak System Maintenance The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The Traction Control system is on when the vehicle is System (TCS) started. The low tire pressure warning light The traction control system limits To turn off both Traction Control alerts to a significant loss in...
  • Page 26: Driving For Better Fuel Economy

    1-20 In Brief The TPMS does not replace normal Resetting the Oil Life System Driving for Better Fuel monthly tire maintenance. Maintain Economy 1. Press the MENU button to show the correct tire pressures. Remaining Oil Life on the Driving habits can affect fuel display.
  • Page 27: Roadside Assistance Program

    Services. See OnStar Overview on Canada: 1-800-268-6800 maintenance. page 14-1. Mexico: 01-800-466-0818 As the owner of a new Buick, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. See Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13-7 or Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and...
  • Page 28 1-22 In Brief NOTES...
  • Page 29: Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-11 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-11 Keys Folding Mirrors .
  • Page 30 Keys, Doors, and Windows If locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13-7 or Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13-11. With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.
  • Page 31: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the transmitter's battery. See Remote Lock/Unlock/Start See Battery Replacement later under Vehicle Personalization on in this section. page 5-31. If the transmitter is still not Pressing may also arm the working correctly, see your theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle dealer or a qualified technician Alarm System on page 2-9.
  • Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming Transmitters to Press and hold for at least the Vehicle three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the Only RKE transmitters programmed turn signals flash for 30 seconds, to this vehicle will work. If a or until is pressed again or the transmitter is lost or stolen, a...
  • Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Vehicle Start Other conditions can affect the The engine will continue to run for performance of the transmitter. See 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a The vehicle may have this feature Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) 10-minute time extension.
  • Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows The oil pressure is low. Canceling a Remote Start WARNING (Continued) Two remote vehicle starts, or a To cancel a remote start, do one of single remote start with an the following: doors should be locked extension, have already whenever the vehicle is Aim the RKE transmitter at the...
  • Page 35: Automatic Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows From the outside, turn the key Automatic Door Locks Safety Locks toward the front or rear of the Automatic Door Lock vehicle, or press on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) The doors are programmed to transmitter. automatically lock when the shift lever is moved out of P (Park).
  • Page 36: Doors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Press to activate the rear door WARNING (Continued) safety locks. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate. Liftgate Adjust the climate control system to a setting that Press again to deactivate the brings in only outside air and WARNING safety locks.
  • Page 37: Vehicle Security

    Keys, Doors, and Windows To lock or unlock the liftgate from Vehicle Security Arming the System outside, press on the 1. Close all doors, the hood, and This vehicle has theft-deterrent RKE transmitter. See Remote the liftgate. features; however, they do not make Keyless Entry (RKE) System the vehicle impossible to steal.
  • Page 38: Immobilizer Operation

    2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Disarming the System How to Detect a Tamper The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is Condition To disarm the system, either unlock started with the correct key. The key the doors using the transmitter, is pressed and the horn chirps uses a transponder that matches an or start the vehicle.
  • Page 39: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 If the engine still does not start, and Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors the key appears to be undamaged or the light continues to stay on, try Convex Mirrors another ignition key. If the engine does not start with the other key, the WARNING vehicle needs service.
  • Page 40: Heated Mirrors

    2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Folding Mirrors Driving with the Blind Spot 1. When the approaching vehicle is a long distance away, the image Mirror Manual Folding Mirrors in the main mirror is small and near the inboard edge of the These mirrors can be folded inward mirror.
  • Page 41: Interior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 vehicle. Check the blind spot Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming mirror for a vehicle in the blind Rearview Mirror zone. Then, glance over your Manual Rearview Mirror shoulder to double check before To adjust the inside rearview mirror, moving slowly into the hold the rearview mirror in the Hold the rearview mirror in the...
  • Page 42: Windows

    2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a WARNING pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open either a front window especially with the windows...
  • Page 43 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Express-Up/Express-Down 2. Press and continue to hold the Rear Window Lockout window switch until the window Windows is fully open. If equipped, a window with the 3. Pull up and hold the window express-up/down feature can be switch to close the window.
  • Page 44: Roof

    2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Sun Visors Roof Vent: Press and hold the front or rear of switch (2) to vent or close Pull the sun visor down to block the sunroof. Sunroof glare. Detach the sun visor from the Express-Open/Express-Close: To center mount to pivot to the side express-open or express-close the...
  • Page 45 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris.
  • Page 46 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES...
  • Page 47 Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ... 3-16 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Use During Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-34 Restraints Pregnancy ....3-21 Airbag System Check .
  • Page 48: Seats And

    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 49: Seat Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints Rear Seats To lower the head restraint, press Front Seats the button, located on the top of the The vehicle's rear seats have seatback, and push the head Seat Adjustment adjustable head restraints in the restraint down. Try to move the outboard seating positions.
  • Page 50: Power Seat Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints To adjust a manual seat: To adjust a power seat: Lumbar Adjustment 1. Pull the handle at the front of Move the seat forward or the seat. rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle.
  • Page 51: Reclining Seatbacks

    Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to an upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without WARNING applying pressure to the If either seatback is not locked, it seatback, and the seatback returns to the upright position. could move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
  • Page 52: Memory Seats

    Seats and Restraints Do not have a seatback reclined if The vehicle will also automatically WARNING (Continued) the vehicle is moving. save driver seat and outside mirror positions to the current driver The lap belt could go up over Memory Seats Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) your abdomen.
  • Page 53 Seats and Restraints Recalling Button Memory Every time the ignition is placed in If something has blocked the driver Positions OFF, the positions of the driver seat seat while recalling a memory and outside mirrors are position, the recall may stop. To recall the Button Memory automatically stored to the RKE Remove the obstruction;...
  • Page 54: Front Seat Armrest

    Seats and Restraints To stop recall movement, press one There is an armrest on the inboard of the memory or power seat side of the driver seat. To raise or controls. lower the armrest, push up or pull down on the armrest. If something has blocked the driver seat while recalling the exit position, Heated Front Seats...
  • Page 55: Folding Seatback

    Seats and Restraints The passenger seat may take Folding Seatback WARNING longer to heat up. The front passenger seatback Remote Start Heated Seats Things you put on this seatback folds flat. can strike and injure people in a When it is cold outside, the heated sudden stop or turn, or in a crash.
  • Page 56: Rear Seats

    3-10 Seats and Restraints To raise the seatback: Rear Seats 1. Lift the lever fully to unlock the Folding the Seatback seatback. Then, raise the seatback and push it rearward Either side of the seatback can be until it re-engages. folded down for more cargo space.
  • Page 57 Seats and Restraints 3-11 To fold a seatback down: 4. Pull the strap on the front edge of the rear seat cushion to 1. Make sure the floor area in front release the cushion. Tilt the seat of the rear seats is clear. cushion forward toward the front 2.
  • Page 58 3-12 Seats and Restraints Raising the Seatback WARNING If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.
  • Page 59 Seats and Restraints 3-13 To return the rear seatback to the 2. Lift the seatback and push it 4. Return the seat cushion to its normal seating position: rearward to lock it in place. A tab original position and push down near the seatback lever retracts on the front part of the seat when the seatback is locked in...
  • Page 60: Rear Seat Armrest

    3-14 Seats and Restraints Rear Seat Armrest Safety Belts WARNING (Continued) This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts It is extremely dangerous to ride properly. It also describes some in a cargo area, inside or outside things not to do with safety belts.
  • Page 61: How To Wear Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints 3-15 Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly...
  • Page 62: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    3-16 Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt shoulder and across the chest. All seating positions in the vehicle These parts of the body are best have a lap-shoulder belt. able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if The following instructions explain there is a sudden stop or crash.
  • Page 63 Seats and Restraints 3-17 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull 5. If equipped with a shoulder belt the belt across you. Do not let it height adjuster, move it to the get twisted. height that is right for you. See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The lap-shoulder belt may lock if later in this section for...
  • Page 64: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster

    3-18 Seats and Restraints Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating positions. Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder but not falling off of it. The belt should be close to but not contacting the neck.
  • Page 65 Seats and Restraints 3-19 Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear Safety Belt Comfort To install the adjustable comfort guide to the seatback and the Guides This vehicle has safety belt safety belt: pretensioners for the front outboard Rear safety belt comfort guides may occupants.
  • Page 66 3-20 Seats and Restraints 6. Adjust the guide so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck. Improper comfort guide adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash.
  • Page 67: Safety Belt Use During

    Seats and Restraints 3-21 Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone, crash.
  • Page 68: Safety System Check

    3-22 Seats and Restraints Safety System Check WARNING WARNING (Continued) Now and then, check that the safety Do not bleach or dye safety belts. inspected and any necessary belt reminder light, safety belts, It may severely weaken them. In replacements made as soon as buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are all working properly.
  • Page 69: Airbag System

    Seats and Restraints 3-23 A roof-rail airbag for the front Airbag System the risk of injury from the force of an outboard passenger and the inflating bag, all airbags must inflate passenger seated directly The vehicle has the following very quickly to do their job. behind the front outboard airbags: Here are the most important things...
  • Page 70 3-24 Seats and Restraints WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) vehicle should wear a safety belt Occupants should not lean on or vehicle. To read how, see Older properly, whether or not there is sleep against the door or side Children on page 3-35 or Infants an airbag for that person.
  • Page 71: Where Are The Airbags

    Seats and Restraints 3-25 Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, Passenger The driver knee airbag is below the Side Similar steering column. The front outboard passenger knee airbag is below the The seat-mounted side impact The driver frontal airbag is in the glove box.
  • Page 72: When Should An Airbag

    3-26 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag WARNING (Continued) Inflate? or even death. The path of an Frontal airbags are designed to inflating airbag must be kept inflate in moderate to severe frontal clear. Do not put anything or near frontal crashes to help between an occupant and an reduce the potential for severe airbag, and do not attach or put...
  • Page 73: What Makes An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints 3-27 whether the object is fixed or The vehicle has seat-mounted side if the sensing system predicts that moving, rigid or deformable, narrow impact airbags for the driver and the vehicle is about to roll over on or wide.
  • Page 74: How Does An Airbag

    3-28 Seats and Restraints How Does an Airbag But airbags would not help in many be some smoke and dust coming types of collisions, primarily from the vents in the deflated Restrain? because the occupant's motion is airbags. Airbag inflation does not not toward those airbags.
  • Page 75: Passenger Sensing

    Seats and Restraints 3-29 Let only qualified technicians The vehicle has a feature that may In many crashes severe enough to work on the airbag systems. automatically unlock the doors, turn inflate the airbag, windshields are Improper service can mean that the interior lamps on, turn the broken by vehicle deformation.
  • Page 76 3-30 Seats and Restraints airbag under certain conditions. No Never put a rear-facing child seat in other airbag is affected by the the front. This is because the risk to passenger sensing system. the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag inflates. The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of WARNING...
  • Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-31 The system determines that a The passenger sensing system is WARNING (Continued) small child is present in a child designed to turn on the front restraint. outboard passenger frontal airbag inflate under some unusual and knee airbag anytime the system The system determines that a circumstance, even though the senses that a person of adult size is...
  • Page 78 3-32 Seats and Restraints 4. Reinstall the child restraint If the on indicator is still lit, secure WARNING following the directions provided the child in the child restraint in a by the child restraint rear seat position in the vehicle, and If the airbag readiness light ever manufacturer and refer to check with your dealer.
  • Page 79: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped

    Seats and Restraints 3-33 If a person of adult size is sitting in Additional Factors Affecting WARNING the front outboard passenger seat, System Operation but the off indicator is lit, it could be Safety belts help keep the Stowing of articles under the because that person is not sitting passenger in position on the seat passenger seat or between the...
  • Page 80: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

    3-34 Seats and Restraints also be affected by changing or is modified for any other reason, call WARNING moving any parts of the front seats, Customer Assistance. See safety belts, the airbag sensing and Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. For up to 10 seconds after the diagnostic module, steering wheel, and Canada) on page 13-5 or vehicle is turned off and the...
  • Page 81: Replacing Airbag System Parts After A Crash

    Seats and Restraints 3-35 Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to Child Restraints replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash your dealer for service. Older Children If the airbag readiness light stays on WARNING after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag A crash can damage the airbag...
  • Page 82 3-36 Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be The manufacturer instructions that According to accident statistics, maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the children and infants are safer when trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that properly restrained in a child return to the booster seat.
  • Page 83: Infants And Young

    Seats and Restraints 3-37 Infants and Young WARNING (Continued) Children The child could move too far Everyone in a vehicle needs forward increasing the chance of protection! This includes infants and head and neck injury. The child all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and might also slide under the lap size of the traveler changes the...
  • Page 84 3-38 Seats and Restraints Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) protection for adults and older children, but not for young children arms. An infant should be child restraint in the right front and infants. Neither the vehicle's secured in an appropriate seat.
  • Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-39 Q: What are the different types of The restraint manufacturer WARNING add-on child restraints? instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and A: Add-on child restraints, which A young child's hip bones are still height limitations for a particular are purchased by the vehicle so small that the vehicle's regular...
  • Page 86: Child Restraint Systems

    3-40 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 87: Where To Put The Restraint

    Seats and Restraints 3-41 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 88 3-42 Seats and Restraints We recommend that children and When securing a child restraint in a WARNING (Continued) child restraints be secured in a rear rear seating position, study the seat, including: an infant or a child instructions that came with the child passenger airbag inflates and the riding in a rear-facing child restraint;...
  • Page 89: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children

    Seats and Restraints 3-43 Keep in mind that an unsecured When installing a child restraint with Lower Anchors child restraint can move around in a a top tether, you must also use collision or sudden stop and injure either the lower anchors or the people in the vehicle.
  • Page 90 3-44 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 91: System

    Seats and Restraints 3-45 According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3-41 for To assist in locating the lower additional information.
  • Page 92 3-46 Seats and Restraints This system is designed to make WARNING WARNING (Continued) installation of child restraints easier. When using lower anchors, do not Do not attach more than one child of the retractor to set the lock, use the vehicle's safety belts. restraint to a single anchor.
  • Page 93 Seats and Restraints 3-47 1.2. Put the child restraint on cover on the floor of the the seat. cargo area. The cargo cover should remain off When installing a while the top tether is rear-facing child restraint, it in use. may be necessary to move the front seat forward to 2.3.
  • Page 94: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash

    3-48 Seats and Restraints If the position you are using 3. Before placing a child in the If the vehicle has the LATCH system has an adjustable head child restraint, make sure it is and it was being used during a restraint and you are using securely held in place.
  • Page 95 Seats and Restraints 3-49 see Lower Anchors and Tethers for If more than one child restraint Children (LATCH System) on needs to be installed in the rear page 3-43 for top tether anchor seat, be sure to read Where to Put locations.
  • Page 96 3-50 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-43 for more information.
  • Page 97: (Front Passenger Seat)

    Seats and Restraints 3-51 Securing Child Restraints If the child restraint has the LATCH WARNING (Continued) system, see Lower Anchors and (Front Passenger Seat) Tethers for Children (LATCH passenger airbag inflates and the System) on page 3-43 for how and This vehicle has airbags.
  • Page 98 3-52 Seats and Restraints You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint.
  • Page 99 Seats and Restraints 3-53 Try to pull the belt out of the 7. Before placing a child in the retractor to make sure the child restraint, make sure it is retractor is locked. If the securely held in place. To check, retractor is not locked, repeat grasp the child restraint at the Steps 5 and 6.
  • Page 100 3-54 Seats and Restraints NOTES...
  • Page 101: Instrument Panel Storage

    Storage Storage Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 Cupholders ....4-2 Sunglasses Storage ..4-2 Underseat Storage .
  • Page 102: Cupholders

    Storage Cupholders Sunglasses Storage Underseat Storage If equipped, pull the rear seat If equipped, the sunglasses storage If equipped, there is storage under armrest down to access. is over the driver door. the front passenger seat. Lift the end of the tray and pull it forward to open.
  • Page 103: Center Console Storage

    Storage Center Console Storage Additional Storage Cargo Management System Features This vehicle has a cargo Cargo Cover management system in the rear. For vehicles with center console storage, push the button and slide rearward to open. Pull the handle to lift. If equipped, use the cargo cover to cover items in the rear of the vehicle.
  • Page 104: Convenience Net

    Storage Convenience Net Warning Triangle Fold the load floor. Place the hook from the load floor inside the hook on the side trim. The vehicle may have a If equipped, the warning triangle is convenience net. stowed in the rear storage compartment.
  • Page 105: First Aid Kit

    Storage First Aid Kit Roof Rack System For vehicles with a roof rack, the rack can be used to load items. For roof racks that do not have WARNING crossrails included, GM Certified crossrails can be purchased as an If something is carried on top of accessory.
  • Page 106 Storage To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving, check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely fastened. Loading cargo on the roof rack will make the vehicle s center of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking, or abrupt maneuvers;...
  • Page 107: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Tachometer ....5-10 Tire Pressure Light ..5-20 Fuel Gauge ....5-10 Engine Oil Pressure Light .
  • Page 108: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Instruments and Controls Engine Power Messages ..5-27 Controls 4. Lift the lever up to lock the Fuel System Messages ..5-28 steering wheel in place. Lamp Messages ... . . 5-28 Steering Wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel Object Detection System...
  • Page 109: Heated Steering Wheel

    Instruments and Controls Heated Steering Wheel Windshield Wiper/Washer (Mute/End Call): Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call.
  • Page 110: Rear Window Wiper

    Instruments and Controls INT (Intermittent Wipes): Move WARNING the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes, then turn the INT band In freezing weather, do not use up for more frequent wipes or down the washer until the windshield is for less frequent wipes.
  • Page 111: Compass

    Instruments and Controls windshield wiper is performing low need to be reset. If the compass is 3. Find the vehicle's current or high speed wipes. If the rear not set to the correct zone, it may location and zone number on the wiper control is off, the shift lever is give false readings.
  • Page 112: Clock

    Instruments and Controls Use the DIC buttons to begin Setting the Clock 2. Select Set Time Format. recalibrating the compass: 3. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to To set the time and date: 1. While the vehicle is in P (Park), highlight the 12 hour or 24 hour 1.
  • Page 113 Instruments and Controls battery. Always unplug electrical Power Outlet 120 Volt The indicator light does not come on equipment when not in use and when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or Alternating Current do not plug in equipment that if the equipment is not fully seated The vehicle may have a power exceeds the maximum 20 ampere into the outlet.
  • Page 114: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    Instruments and Controls The power outlet is not designed for Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there and may not work properly, if the could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and following are plugged in: function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a Indicators Equipment with high initial peak...
  • Page 115: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 116: Odometer

    5-10 Instruments and Controls Speedometer Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is left when the ignition is The speedometer shows the vehicle turned to ON/RUN. speed in both kilometers per hour When the tank nears empty, the low (km/h) and miles per hour (mph).
  • Page 117: Engine Coolant Temperature

    Instruments and Controls 5-11 The indicator moves a little when Safety Belt Reminders turning a corner or speeding up. Driver Safety Belt Reminder The gauge goes back to empty Light when the ignition is turned off. There is a driver safety belt Engine Coolant reminder light on the instrument Temperature Gauge...
  • Page 118: Airbag Readiness Light

    5-12 Instruments and Controls Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt The airbag readiness light comes on warning light and chime may turn on for several seconds when the Reminder Light if an object is put on the seat such vehicle is started.
  • Page 119: Charging System Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-13 important safety information. The the status indicator will light either WARNING instrument panel has a passenger ON or OFF, or the on or off symbol airbag status indicator. to let you know the status of the If the airbag readiness light ever front outboard passenger frontal comes on and stays on, it means...
  • Page 120: Indicator Lamp

    5-14 Instruments and Controls It should go out when the engine is smoothly. This could lead to started. If it stays on, or comes on costly repairs that might not be while driving, there may be a covered by the vehicle warranty. problem with the electrical charging Notice: Modifications made to the system.
  • Page 121 Instruments and Controls 5-15 could damage the emission control The following may correct an If one or more of these conditions system on the vehicle. Diagnosis emission control system occurs, change the fuel brand used. and service might be required. malfunction: It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off.
  • Page 122: Brake System Warning

    5-16 Instruments and Controls vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection. This can happen if the 12-volt battery has recently been replaced or run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during Metric English The DLC is under the instrument normal driving.
  • Page 123: Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-17 Antilock Brake System problem with the regular brakes. WARNING See Brake System Warning Light on (ABS) Warning Light page 5-16. The brake system might not be The ABS warning light will come on working properly if the brake briefly when the ignition is turned to system warning light is on.
  • Page 124: Lane Departure Warning

    5-18 Instruments and Controls If this light stays on, or comes on Vehicle Ahead Indicator The traction off light comes on when while driving, the system may not be the Traction Control System (TCS) working. If this happens, see your has been turned off by pressing and dealer for service.
  • Page 125: Traction Control System

    Instruments and Controls 5-19 This light comes on when the If the light does not come on, have This light comes on briefly while StabiliTrak system is turned off. the vehicle serviced by your dealer. starting the vehicle. If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction If the system is working normally, If it does not, have the vehicle Control System (TCS) is also off.
  • Page 126: Tire Pressure Light

    5-20 Instruments and Controls Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and covered by the vehicle warranty. Then Is On Steady Check the oil level as soon as possible. Add oil if required, but If the light flashes for about a minute if the oil level is within the and then stays on, there may be a operating range and the oil...
  • Page 127: Low Fuel Warning Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-21 ignition on, there may be a The low fuel warning light comes on High-Beam On Light problem with the fuse or bulb. and a chime sounds periodically Have it fixed right away. when the vehicle is low on fuel. The light turns off when fuel is added to If the vehicle comes to a hard the fuel tank.
  • Page 128: Front Fog Lamp Light

    5-22 Instruments and Controls Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays information about the vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is For vehicles with front fog lamps, For vehicles with cruise control, the detected.
  • Page 129 Instruments and Controls 5-23 The bottom of the DIC display 3. MENU: Press to get to the Trip/ Digital Speedometer shows the position of the shift lever Fuel Menu and the Vehicle The speedometer shows how fast and the odometer. It may also show Information Menu.
  • Page 130 5-24 Instruments and Controls Fuel Economy calculated based on the various Navigation vehicle speeds recorded since the This display shows instantaneous This display is used for the last reset of this value. The average and average fuel economy in liters Navigation System Turn-by-Turn speed can be reset by pressing per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or...
  • Page 131: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-25 Remaining Oil Life It cannot be reset accurately until Vehicle Messages the next oil change. To reset the This display shows an estimate of Messages displayed on the DIC Engine Oil Life System, press SET/ the oil's remaining useful life. indicate the status of the vehicle or CLR while the Remaining Oil Life If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is...
  • Page 132: Brake System Messages

    5-26 Instruments and Controls Battery Voltage and Brake System Messages SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST Charging Messages This message is displayed when BRAKE FLUID LOW there is a problem with the brake BATTERY LOW START This message is displayed when the assist system. Take the vehicle to VEHICLE brake fluid level is low.
  • Page 133: Door Ajar Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-27 Door Ajar Messages ENGINE OVERHEATED ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE STOP ENGINE ENGINE DOOR(S) OPEN This message displays and a This message displays when the A vehicle symbol will be displayed continuous chime sounds if the engine oil temperature is too hot. on the DIC showing which door is engine cooling system reaches Stop and allow the vehicle to idle...
  • Page 134: Messages

    5-28 Instruments and Controls If this message is on, but there is no Lamp Messages TURN SIGNAL ON reduction in performance, proceed This message is displayed if the AUTOMATIC LIGHT to your destination. The turn signal has been left on. Turn off performance may be reduced the CONTROL ON the turn signal.
  • Page 135: Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-29 road spray. To clean the system, PARK ASSIST FAULT CLEAN Ride Control System clean the outside of the windshield BUMPER Messages area in front of the LDW/FCA This message displays if snow, camera sensor. ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF mud, ice, or dirt is blocking the LANE DEPARTURE WARNING sensors on the bumpers.
  • Page 136: Service Vehicle Messages

    5-30 Instruments and Controls is still displayed or appears again SERVICE VEHICLE SOON TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD when you begin driving, the AWD AIR TO TIRE This message is displayed if there is system needs service. See your a problem with the vehicle. Take the On vehicles with the Tire Pressure dealer.
  • Page 137: Transmission Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-31 Transmission Messages Vehicle 2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob or outer ring to highlight the Vehicle Personalization SERVICE TRANSMISSION Settings menu. This message displays if there is a The audio system controls are used 3. Press the TUNE/MENU knob or problem with the transmission.
  • Page 138 5-32 Instruments and Controls Select the desired language. Radio Settings Radio Favorites Select to manually set the number Select Radio Settings and the Time and Date of favorite pages. following may be displayed: Select the Time and Date menu and Select 1 6.
  • Page 139 Instruments and Controls 5-33 Device List Home Page Menu Vehicle Settings Allows the management of a Select Home Page Menu and the The following list of menu items may Bluetooth device. following may be displayed: be available: Select Connect, Separate, Customize Climate and Air Quality or Delete.
  • Page 140 5-34 Instruments and Controls Button Volume Auto Fan Speed When high humidity is no longer detected, the system will return to Reverse Tilt Mirror This allows the selection of the its prior operation. automatic fan speed. This feature Auto Reverse Gear Wiper sets the climate control fan speed to Select or Deselect.
  • Page 141 Instruments and Controls 5-35 Vehicle Locator Lights Button Volume Open Door Anti Lock Out Exit Lighting This allows the selection of the When selected, this feature will volume level when a button is keep the driver door from locking This allows the selection of how pressed.
  • Page 142 5-36 Instruments and Controls Remote Lock/Unlock/Start Remote Door Unlock This allows selection of which doors Select Remote Lock/Unlock/Start and the following will be displayed will unlock when pressing on the (depending on the system): RKE transmitter. Remote Unlock Feedback When set to Driver Door, the driver Remote Lock Feedback door will unlock the first time pressed and all doors will unlock...
  • Page 143: Exterior Lamp Controls

    Lighting Taillamps Lighting Exterior Lighting License Plate Lamps Exterior Lamp Controls Instrument Panel Lights Exterior Lighting Sidemarker Lamps Exterior Lamp Controls ..6-1 (Parking Lamps): Turns the Headlamp High/Low-Beam parking lamps on together with the Changer .
  • Page 144: Headlamp High/Low-Beam

    Lighting To return to low beams, push the A light sensor on top of the (Front Fog Lamps): For lever again or pull it toward you and instrument panel makes the DRL vehicles with fog lamps, press to release. work, so be sure it is not covered. turn the lamps on or off.
  • Page 145: Automatic Headlamp

    Lighting When it is bright enough outside, come on. The transition time for the the headlamps go off and the DRL lamps coming on varies based on come on. wiper speed. When the wipers are not operating, these lamps turn off. To turn the DRL off or on again, turn Move the exterior lamp control to the exterior lamp control to the off...
  • Page 146: Turn And Lane-Change

    Lighting having trouble. Press and If after signaling a turn or lane (Front Fog Lamps): Press to momentarily hold again to turn the change the arrow flashes rapidly or turn the fog lamps on or off. An flashers off. does not come on, a signal bulb indicator light on the instrument may be burned out.
  • Page 147: Interior Lighting

    Lighting Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps (Door): When the button is returned to the middle position, the The courtesy lamps come on lamps turn on automatically when a Instrument Panel automatically when any door is door is opened. opened and the dome lamp is in the Illumination Control (On): Press to turn on the dome door position.
  • Page 148: Lighting Features

    Lighting Lighting Features Exit Lighting Battery Power Protection The headlamps, taillamps, parking The battery saver feature is Entry Lighting lamps, back up lamps, and license designed to protect the vehicle's plate lamps come on at night, or in battery. The headlamps, parking lamps, areas with limited lighting, when the taillamps, back-up lamps, and most If some interior lamps are left on...
  • Page 149: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Set up the tone, speaker Infotainment Introduction adjustments, and preset radio System stations. Infotainment For more information, see Defensive Read the following pages to Driving on page 9-4. become familiar with the audio Introduction Contact your dealer system's features. Infotainment .
  • Page 150: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Infotainment System The vehicle may have a base radio Overview that is included in this manual. See the separate infotainment manual for information on the connective radio and the navigation system, audio players, phone, and voice recognition. There is also information on settings and downloadable applications (if equipped).
  • Page 151 Infotainment System Press to select menu 8. AUX (Auxiliary) (Previous/Reverse) items. Selects an external audio Radio: Seeks the previous Radio: Manually selects source. station. radio stations. (Phone/Mute) CD: Selects the previous CD: Selects tracks. track or rewinds within a Opens the phone Bluetooth: Press to track.
  • Page 152: Operation

    Infotainment System 18. AS 1-2 (Autostore) Volume Control BACK: Radio: Press to select the /VOL (Power/Volume): Turn to Press to: auto store station page, adjust the volume. Exit a menu. or press and hold to (Phone/Mute): Press and automatically store Return from a submenu screen hold to mute the infotainment stations to the pages.
  • Page 153 Infotainment System Activating a Setting Turning a Function On or Off Press BACK to delete the last character in the sequence or press and hold to delete the entire character sequence. Audio Settings The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio 1.
  • Page 154 Infotainment System Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, System Settings The level of volume compensation and Bass can be selected, or the auto volume Configuring the Number of feature can be turned off. 1. Press the TONE button. Favorite Pages 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2.
  • Page 155: Am-Fm Radio

    Infotainment System Radio FAV 1-2-3: Press to open the Selecting a Station favorites list and select the Seek Tuning favorites page. AM-FM Radio If the radio station is not known: Buttons 1 6: Press to save and Control Buttons select favorite stations. Briefly press The buttons used to control the automatically search for the next...
  • Page 156 Infotainment System Station Lists 3. Select the programming type. 2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob until A list of stations that transmit Radio Settings displays. Press 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. programming of the selected the TUNE/MENU knob to display 2. Select AM or FM Station List. All type displays.
  • Page 157 Infotainment System Finding a Station To store a radio station to a Autostore Stations favorites page: Select a band such as AM or FM. AS 1-2 (Autostore): Autostore 1. Press the RADIO/BAND button searches and stores six FM and Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to find until the desired band is six AM stations with the strongest a radio station.
  • Page 158: Radio Reception

    7-10 Infotainment System Radio Data System (RDS) The RDS system is always on. station frequencies to interfere with When information is broadcast from each other. Static can also occur The audio system has a Radio Data the current FM station, the station when things like storms and power System (RDS).
  • Page 159: Multi-Band Antenna

    Infotainment System 7-11 Multi-Band Antenna Audio Players of the music or video that has been recorded, or the way the disc has The multi-band antenna is on the been handled. CD Player roof of the vehicle. The antenna is To avoid damage to the CD player: used for the AM-FM radio, OnStar, For vehicles equipped with a the SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service...
  • Page 160 7-12 Infotainment System INFO (Information): Press to Information about the disc and Selecting an MP3 Track display additional information about current track is shown on the Using the control buttons: the current track that may be display depending on the data available.
  • Page 161: Auxiliary Devices

    Infotainment System 7-13 Genres The disc is dirty, scratched, wet, Portable devices are controlled by or upside down. using the menu system described in Folder View Operation on page 7-4. The air is very humid. Try the To search for tracks: disc again later.
  • Page 162 7-14 Infotainment System For vehicles with a USB port, the Searching for a Track Shuffle following devices may be connected Tracks that are found can be Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and set and controlled by the infotainment searched for by: Shuffle Songs to On or Off, then system: press the...
  • Page 163 Infotainment System 7-15 Connecting and Controlling a Shuffle Functionality When a device is not supported, the message No supported data found. PlaysForSure Device (PFD) Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and set You can safely disconnect the or Zune Shuffle Songs to On or Off. device appears.
  • Page 164: Bluetooth

    7-16 Infotainment System Folder View Phone UHP Controls To search for tracks: Use the buttons located on the Bluetooth infotainment system and the 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. steering wheel to operate the UHP 2. Select Search. General Information system. 3.
  • Page 165 Infotainment System 7-17 When to Speak: A tone sounds to Changing Bluetooth Code (Mute/End Call): Press to indicate that the system is ready for end a call, reject a call, or to cancel The default Bluetooth code should a voice command. Wait for the tone an operation.
  • Page 166 7-18 Infotainment System The UHP system connects with 6. Select Ring Volume 1, 2, or 3. 4. Select Bluetooth. the first available paired mobile 5. Select Pair Device, then press Ring Tone phone in the order the phone the MENU button. A four-digit was paired.
  • Page 167 Infotainment System 7-19 Viewing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone mobile phone to make calls. See Phones your mobile phone manufacturer's To connect to a different paired user guide or contact your wireless To view all available mobile phones mobile phone, the new mobile provider to find out if this feature is that are paired to the UHP system:...
  • Page 168 7-20 Infotainment System 2. Select Phone Menu. Making a Call Using a Telephone Call Waiting Number 3. Select Phone Book. Call waiting must be supported on To make a call: the mobile phone and enabled by 4. Select Search. the wireless service carrier to work. 1.
  • Page 169 Infotainment System 7-21 To start a conference call while in To Mute a Call numbers. After input of the a call: command, the infotainment system Press TUNE/MENU and select guides you through the dialogue 1. Press TUNE/MENU and select Mute Call. with appropriate questions and Enter Number.
  • Page 170 7-22 Infotainment System Save Activating the Voice Control Canceling Dialogue Delete For vehicles without a navigation Any of the following will deactivate the voice control and cancel the Directory system, press on the dialogue: steering wheel to activate the voice Pair control of the UHP system.
  • Page 171 Infotainment System 7-23 Voice Feedback Voice output: Do you want to add Selecting Phone from Device List or delete a device? Each voice input is answered or The Select device command can commented on by the infotainment User: Add. be used to select a different paired system by way of a voice output mobile phone.
  • Page 172 7-24 Infotainment System Asterisk : an asterisk * is Telephone Number Dialing Voice output: Seven three one. entered. After the Dial command, the voice User: One one nine nine. Hash : a hash character # is control requests input of a number. Voice output: One one nine nine.
  • Page 173 Infotainment System 7-25 (For name tag information, see Example of a Dialogue A maximum of 50 name tags can be Saving a Name Tag later in this stored in the telephone book. User: Press if a section.) Name tags are speaker-dependent, telephone call is active.
  • Page 174: Trademarks And License Agreements

    7-26 Infotainment System Voice output: Please say the Deleting a Name Tag Trademarks and number to save. The Delete command is used to License Agreements User: Say number to save. delete a previously saved name tag. (For number input information, see Available commands: the dialogue example for Making a Call Using a Telephone Number...
  • Page 175 Infotainment System 7-27 iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and Gracenote patents. Gracenote and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple CDDB, MusicID, Media VOCS, the Inc., registered in the U.S. and other Gracenote logo and logotype, and countries. the Powered by Gracenote logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Gracenote in the United States and/or other...
  • Page 176 7-28 Infotainment System application to perform disc and/or Software, and Gracenote Servers more information, see the web page file identification and obtain will terminate if you violate these for the Gracenote Privacy Policy for music-related information, including restrictions. If your license the Gracenote service.
  • Page 177 Infotainment System 7-29 Gracenote disclaims all warranties express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement. Gracenote does not warrant the results that will be obtained by your use of the Gracenote Software or any Gracenote Server.
  • Page 178 7-30 Infotainment System NOTES...
  • Page 179: Air Vents

    Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be Climate Control Systems controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ..... . 8-3 Air Vents Air Vents .
  • Page 180 Climate Controls Temperature Control: Turn the Air Conditioning Rear Window Defogger knob clockwise or counterclockwise (Air Conditioning): Press to (Rear Defogger): Press to turn to increase or decrease the turn the air conditioning on or off. An the rear window defogger on or off. temperature setting.
  • Page 181: Dual Automatic Climate Control System

    Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System Automatic Operation The system automatically controls The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with the fan speed, air delivery, air this system. conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature.
  • Page 182 Climate Controls Changing the mode cancels the Press AUTO to return to automatic will not come on. Press automatic operation and the system operation and the air conditioner select recirculation; press it goes into manual mode. Press runs as needed. When the indicator again to select outside air.
  • Page 183 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger on and help to clear fog or frost from The system uses the driver s the surface of the mirrors. See previous settings to heat or cool the (Rear Window Defogger): Heated Mirrors on page 2-12. inside of the vehicle.
  • Page 184: Air Intake

    Climate Controls Air Vents Maintenance Use the louvers located on the air Air Intake vents to change the direction of the airflow. Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air intake at the base of the Use the thumbwheels near the air windshield that can block the flow of vents to control the amount of air into the vehicle.
  • Page 185 Climate Controls 4. Replace the air filter. 5. Close the air filter cover and reinstall the glove box. See your dealer if additional assistance is needed.
  • Page 186 Climate Controls NOTES...
  • Page 187 Driving and Operating Driving and Starting and Operating Brakes New Vehicle Break-In ..9-15 Antilock Brake Operating Ignition Positions ... . 9-15 System (ABS) ....9-26 Starting the Engine .
  • Page 188 Driving and Operating Fuel Driving Information Driving Environment Fuel ......9-42 Be prepared for driving in inclement Recommended Fuel .
  • Page 189: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Do not use a phone in Keep pets in an appropriate A utility vehicle does not handle the demanding driving situations. carrier or restraint. same as a vehicle with a lower Use a hands-free method to center of gravity, like a car, in similar Avoid stressful conversations place or receive necessary situations.
  • Page 190: Defensive Driving

    Driving and Operating Defensive Driving Braking WARNING Defensive driving means always Braking action involves perception Drinking and then driving is very expect the unexpected. The first time and reaction time. Deciding to dangerous. Your reflexes, step in driving defensively is to wear push the brake pedal is perception the safety belt.
  • Page 191: Steering

    Driving and Operating power brake assist but it will be See your dealer if there is a Off-Road Recovery used when the brake is applied. problem. Once the power assist is used up, it Curve Tips can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.
  • Page 192: 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 193: Highway Hypnosis

    Driving and Operating Other Rainy Weather Tips Other driving tips include: WARNING (Continued) Keep the vehicle well ventilated. Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include: Flowing or rushing water creates Keep the interior strong forces. Driving through temperature cool. Allow extra following distance.
  • Page 194: Winter Driving

    Driving and Operating Wet ice can occur at about 0°C WARNING WARNING (Continued) (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction. If you do not shift down, the crash. Always have the engine Avoid driving on wet ice or in brakes could get so hot that they running and the vehicle in gear freezing rain until roads can be...
  • Page 195 Driving and Operating shaded areas. The surface of a WARNING WARNING (Continued) curve or an overpass can remain icy when the surrounding roads are Fully open the air outlets on Snow can trap engine exhaust clear. Avoid sudden steering or under the instrument under the vehicle.
  • Page 196: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    9-10 Driving and Operating If it takes some time for help to Slowly spinning the wheels in the WARNING arrive, now and then when you run forward and reverse directions the engine, push the accelerator causes a rocking motion that could If the vehicle's tires spin at high pedal slightly so the engine runs free the vehicle.
  • Page 197 Driving and Operating 9-11 Tire and Loading Information The Tire and Loading WARNING Label Information label also shows the tire size of the original Do not load the vehicle any equipment tires (3) and the heavier than the Gross recommended cold tire inflation Vehicle Weight Rating pressures (4).
  • Page 198 9-12 Driving and Operating Determine the combined Determine the combined weight of the driver and weight of luggage and cargo passengers that will be riding being loaded on the vehicle. in your vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo Subtract the combined and luggage load capacity weight of the driver and...
  • Page 199 Driving and Operating 9-13 seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Certification Label Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).
  • Page 200 9-14 Driving and Operating The GVWR includes the weight WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. Never exceed cause loss of control and a far forward as possible. the GVWR for the vehicle, or the crash.
  • Page 201: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating 9-15 Starting and Following break in, engine speed 1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ and load can be gradually OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, Operating increased. turn the ignition switch to LOCK/ OFF to turn the engine off. Ignition Positions New Vehicle Break-In This position locks the steering...
  • Page 202 9-16 Driving and Operating 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, for emission inspection purposes. This can be done while the and must be shut off while driving, The switch stays in this position vehicle is moving.
  • Page 203: Starting The Engine

    Driving and Operating 9-17 Key Lock Release If charging or jump starting the Starting Procedure battery does not work, there is a 1. With your foot off the accelerator manual key lock release. Locate the pedal, turn the ignition key to hole below the ignition lock.
  • Page 204: Engine Heater

    9-18 Driving and Operating motor damage. To prevent gear allow the cranking motor to cool To Use The Engine Heater damage, this system also down. When the engine starts, 1. Turn off the engine. prevents cranking if the engine let go of the key or button, and is already running.
  • Page 205: Retained Accessory

    Driving and Operating 9-19 Retained Accessory 2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) WARNING by pressing the button on the Power (RAP) shift lever and pushing the lever Plugging the cord into an all the way toward the front of These vehicle accessories may be ungrounded outlet could cause an the vehicle.
  • Page 206: Shifting Out Of Park

    9-20 Driving and Operating Torque Lock (Automatic Shifting out of Park WARNING (Continued) Transmission) This vehicle is equipped with a shift Do not leave the vehicle when the If you are parking on a hill and you lock control. The shift lock control is do not shift your transmission into engine is running.
  • Page 207 Driving and Operating 9-21 3. Press the shift lever button. To access the shift lock manual release: 4. Move the shift lever to the desired position. 1. Turn the ignition OFF and remove the key. If still unable to shift out of P (Park): 2.
  • Page 208: Parking Over Things

    9-22 Driving and Operating Parking over Things Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) That Burn There are holes or openings WARNING in the vehicle body from WARNING damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be Things that can burn could touch completely sealed.
  • Page 209: Automatic Transmission

    Driving and Operating 9-23 Running the Vehicle Automatic WARNING While Parked Transmission It is dangerous to get out of the It is better not to park with the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully engine running. in P (Park) with the parking brake If the vehicle is left with the engine firmly set.
  • Page 210 9-24 Driving and Operating is in ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out N (Neutral) only. Also, use Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or of P (Park), ease pressure on the N (Neutral) when the vehicle is N (Neutral) with the engine shift lever, then push the shift lever being towed.
  • Page 211: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating 9-25 Notice: If the vehicle seems to To use this feature: While using the DSC feature, the accelerate slowly or not shift transmission will have firmer shifting 1. Move the shift lever from gears when you go faster, and and sportier performance.
  • Page 212: Drive Systems

    9-26 Driving and Operating Drive Systems Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a System (ABS) computer senses that the wheels If equipped, this feature transfers are slowing down.
  • Page 213: Parking Brake

    Driving and Operating 9-27 Remember: ABS does not change Parking Brake Notice: Driving with the parking the time needed to get a foot up to brake on can overheat the brake the brake pedal or always decrease system and cause premature stopping distance.
  • Page 214: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)

    9-28 Driving and Operating Minor brake pedal pulsation or After the driver completely stops Ride Control Systems pedal movement during this time is and holds the vehicle in a complete normal and the driver should standstill on a grade, HSA will be Traction Control continue to apply the brake pedal as automatically activated.
  • Page 215 Driving and Operating 9-29 The system may be heard or felt comes on and stays on, reset while it is working, but this is the system: normal. 1. Stop the vehicle. TCS is on whenever the vehicle is 2. Turn the engine off and wait started.
  • Page 216: Stabilitrak ® System

    9-30 Driving and Operating ® the Driver Information Center (DIC). StabiliTrak System Driving should be adjusted The vehicle has a vehicle stability accordingly. Press and release enhancement system called again to turn the system back on. StabiliTrak. It is an advanced It may be necessary to turn the computer controlled system that system off if the vehicle gets stuck...
  • Page 217 Driving and Operating 9-31 StabiliTrak will automatically turn comes on and stays on, reset back on when the vehicle speed the system: exceeds 50 km/h (31 mph). 1. Stop the vehicle. If cruise control is being used when 2. Turn the engine off and wait StabiliTrak activates, cruise control 15 seconds.
  • Page 218: Cruise Control

    9-32 Driving and Operating Cruise Control WARNING The cruise control lets the vehicle Cruise control can be dangerous maintain a speed of about 40 km/h where you cannot drive safely at (25 mph) or more without keeping a steady speed. So, do not use your foot on the accelerator.
  • Page 219 Driving and Operating 9-33 SET/ (Set/Coast): Move the Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using thumbwheel down to set a speed Cruise Control If the cruise control is set at a and activate cruise control or to desired speed and then the brakes If the cruise control system is make the vehicle decelerate.
  • Page 220: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)

    9-34 Driving and Operating you might have to step on the Object Detection WARNING accelerator pedal to maintain the Systems vehicle speed. When going FCA is a warning system and downhill, you might have to brake or does not apply the brakes. When shift to a lower gear to maintain the Forward Collision Alert approaching a slower-moving or...
  • Page 221 Driving and Operating 9-35 Detecting the Vehicle Ahead When this occurs, the brake system WARNING (Continued) prepares for driver braking to occur more rapidly, if needed. or ice, or if the windshield is Selecting the Alert Timing damaged. It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads, or in conditions that can limit visibility such as fog, rain,...
  • Page 222: Ultrasonic Parking Assist

    9-36 Driving and Operating Unnecessary Alerts parking and avoiding objects. How the System Works UFRPA operates at speeds less FCA may provide unnecessary When the vehicle is shifted into than 8 km/h (5 mph). The sensors alerts to turning vehicles, vehicles in R (Reverse) the front and rear on the front and rear bumper detect other lanes, objects that are not...
  • Page 223 Driving and Operating 9-37 High-toned beeps from the front Turning the System On and Off When the System Does Not speakers are for objects detected Seem to Work Properly The UFRPA system can be turned near the front bumper. Low-toned on and off by pressing the park The following messages may be beeps from the rear speakers are...
  • Page 224: Rear Vision

    9-38 Driving and Operating washing the vehicle in cold Rear Vision WARNING (Continued) weather. The message may not Camera (RVC) clear until the frost or ice has injury, death, or vehicle damage. melted. The vehicle may have an RVC Always check behind and around system.
  • Page 225 Driving and Operating 9-39 Rear Vision Camera Location The following illustrations show the 2. Corner of the rear bumper. field of view that the camera When the System Does Not provides. Seem To Work Properly The RVC system may not work properly or display a clear image if: The RVC is turned off.
  • Page 226: Lane Departure

    9-40 Driving and Operating camera and its position and departure direction. LDW will not WARNING (Continued) mounting angle checked at your warn if the turn signal is on or if a dealer. sharp maneuver is made. departing the lane on the side There are extreme temperature where it has detected a lane WARNING...
  • Page 227: Warning (Ldw)

    Driving and Operating 9-41 The camera sensor may be WARNING (Continued) blocked by dirt, snow, or ice. The windshield may be windshield, headlamps, and damaged. camera sensors clean and in The weather may be limiting good repair. visibility. When the vehicle is started, the This is normal operation;...
  • Page 228: Fuel

    9-42 Driving and Operating Fuel Prohibited Fuels Gasolines containing oxygenates, Use of the recommended fuel is an such as ethers and ethanol, as well important part of the proper as reformulated gasolines are maintenance of this vehicle. To help available in some cities. If these keep the engine clean and maintain gasolines comply with the optimum vehicle performance, we...
  • Page 229: Gasoline Specifications

    Driving and Operating 9-43 methylcyclopentadienyl manganese the underhood emission control recommended. Costly repairs tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use label. If this fuel is not available in caused by use of improper fuel gasolines with MMT as they can states adopting California Emissions would not be covered by the vehicle reduce spark plug life and affect Standards, the vehicle will operate...
  • Page 230: Filling The Tank

    9-44 Driving and Operating marketers providing TOP TIER Notice: This vehicle was not Filling the Tank Detergent Gasoline can be found at designed for fuel that contains www.toptiergas.com. methanol. Do not use fuel WARNING containing methanol. It can For customers who do not use TOP corrode metal parts in the fuel Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly,...
  • Page 231 Driving and Operating 9-45 Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not WARNING (Continued) top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished Fuel can spray out if the fuel pumping before removing the cap is opened too quickly.
  • Page 232: Filling A Portable Fuel

    9-46 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel WARNING WARNING (Continued) Container If a fire starts while you are Place the nozzle inside the fill refueling, do not remove the WARNING opening of the container nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by before dispensing fuel, and Filling a portable fuel container shutting off the pump or by...
  • Page 233: General Towing

    Driving and Operating 9-47 Towing Conversions and Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the Add-Ons vehicle is not operating. General Towing The vehicle has an airbag system. Information Add-On Electrical Before attempting to add anything Equipment electrical to the vehicle, see The vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer.
  • Page 234 9-48 Driving and Operating NOTES...
  • Page 235: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Battery ..... 10-19 Engine Compartment Fuse All-Wheel Drive ... . . 10-20 Block .
  • Page 236: General Information

    10-2 Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality General Information cause cancer and birth defects or Grading ....10-52 other reproductive harm. Engine For service and parts needs, visit Wheel Alignment and Tire exhaust, many parts and systems, your dealer.
  • Page 237: Warning

    Vehicle Care 10-3 handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. aerodynamics, durability, and Before attempting to do your own electronic systems like antilock service work, see Servicing the Doing Your Own brakes, traction control, and stability Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on Service Work control.
  • Page 238: Hood

    10-4 Vehicle Care Hood To open the hood: 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and 3. Lift the hood and release the move the secondary hood hood prop from its retainer, release lever toward the right above the radiator. Securely side of the vehicle.
  • Page 239 Vehicle Care 10-5 To close the hood: 2. Lower the hood 30 cm (12 in) above the vehicle and release it 1. Before closing the hood, be sure so it fully latches. Check to all filler caps are on properly. make sure the hood is closed Then, lift the hood to relieve and repeat the process if...
  • Page 240 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview...
  • Page 241: Engine Oil

    Vehicle Care 10-7 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil page 10-10. It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine 2. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to performance and long life, careful Oil on page 10-7.
  • Page 242 10-8 Vehicle Care 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it have an oil level above the Specification with a paper towel or cloth, then operating range, i.e., the engine Use and ask for licensed engine oils push it back in all the way. has so much oil that the oil level ®...
  • Page 243: Engine Oil Life System

    Vehicle Care 10-9 Viscosity Grade Engine oil system flushes are not Engine Oil Life System recommended and could cause SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity When to Change Engine Oil engine damage not covered by the grade for the vehicle. Do not use vehicle warranty.
  • Page 244: Automatic Transmission

    10-10 Vehicle Care be changed at least once a year useful life. If 99% is displayed, reason for fluid loss. If a leak and, at this time, the system must that means that 99% of the occurs, take the vehicle to your be reset.
  • Page 245: Cooling System

    Vehicle Care 10-11 When to Inspect the Engine Air To inspect or replace the air cleaner/ WARNING filter: Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Operating the engine with the air scheduled maintenance intervals. cleaner/filter off can cause you or See Maintenance Schedule on others to be burned.
  • Page 246: Engine Coolant

    10-12 Vehicle Care Engine Coolant WARNING The cooling system in the vehicle is Heater and radiator hoses, and filled with DEX-COOL engine other engine parts, can be very coolant. This coolant is designed to hot. Do not touch them. If you do, remain in the vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km (150,000 mi), whichever you can be burned.
  • Page 247 Vehicle Care 10-13 Notice: If improper coolant It is normal to see coolant moving in WARNING (Continued) mixture, inhibitors, or additives the upper coolant hose return line are used in the vehicle cooling when the engine is running. mixture, the engine could get too system, the engine could Check to see if coolant is visible in hot but you would not get the...
  • Page 248 10-14 Vehicle Care If no problem is found, check to see parts. Use the recommended 1. Remove the coolant surge tank if coolant is visible in the coolant coolant and the proper coolant pressure cap when the cooling surge tank. If coolant is visible but mixture.
  • Page 249: Engine Overheating

    Vehicle Care 10-15 4. With the coolant surge tank Engine Overheating If Steam Is Coming from the pressure cap off, start the Engine Compartment The vehicle has an indicator to warn engine and let it run until you of the engine overheating. See can feel the upper radiator hose WARNING Engine Coolant Temperature...
  • Page 250: Washer Fluid

    10-16 Vehicle Care If No Steam Is Coming from If the overheat warning no longer Adding Washer Fluid displays, the vehicle can be driven. the Engine Compartment Continue to drive the vehicle slowly If an engine overheat warning is for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe displayed but no steam can be seen vehicle distance from the vehicle in or heard, the problem may not be...
  • Page 251: Brakes

    Vehicle Care 10-17 Fill the washer fluid tank only Brake linings should always be WARNING three-quarters full when it is replaced as complete axle sets. very cold. This allows for Brake Pedal Travel The brake wear warning sound fluid expansion if freezing means that soon the brakes will occurs, which could damage See your dealer if the brake pedal...
  • Page 252: Brake Fluid

    10-18 Vehicle Care If this is not done, the brakes might Do not top off the brake fluid. not work properly. For example, Adding fluid does not correct a leak. installing disc brake pads that are If fluid is added when the linings are wrong for the vehicle, can change worn, there will be too much fluid the balance between the front and...
  • Page 253: Battery

    Vehicle Care 10-19 What to Add Notice WARNING Use only new DOT 4 brake fluid Using the wrong fluid can from a sealed container. It is badly damage brake Battery posts, terminals, and recommended that the brake hydraulic system parts. For related accessories contain lead hydraulic system be flushed and example, just a few drops of...
  • Page 254: All-Wheel Drive

    10-20 Vehicle Care Extended Storage: Remove the 1. Before starting this check, be Automatic Transmission black, negative ( ) cable from the sure there is enough room Shift Lock Control battery or use a battery trickle around the vehicle. Function Check charger.
  • Page 255: Ignition Transmission Lock

    Vehicle Care 10-21 To check the P (Park) 3. With the engine off, turn the Park Brake and P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: ignition on, but do not start the Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to engine. Without applying the P (Park).
  • Page 256: Replacement

    10-22 Vehicle Care Front Wiper Blade 3. Install the wiper blade connector To remove the cover: by sliding into the end of the Replacement wiper arm until the button on the To replace the front wiper blades: wiper blade clicks into place with the wiper arm.
  • Page 257: Headlamp Aiming

    Vehicle Care 10-23 To replace the wiper blade: Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement windshield. should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10-26.
  • Page 258: Headlamps, Front Turn

    10-24 Vehicle Care Headlamps, Front Turn High-Beam Headlamp/ Low-Beam Headlamp Signal and Parking 1. Open the hood. See Hood on Lamps page 10-4. 4. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the bulb. 5. Install the new bulb in the headlamp assembly by turning clockwise.
  • Page 259 Vehicle Care 10-25 Parking Lamp Turn Signal Lamp 3. Remove the bulb from the bulb socket by pulling it straight out. 1. Open the hood. See Hood on 1. Open the hood. See Hood on 4. Install the new bulb in the bulb page 10-4.
  • Page 260: License Plate Lamp

    10-26 Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs: Replacement Bulbs 1. Push the left end of the lamp Bulb Exterior Lamp assembly toward the right. Number 2. Turn the lamp assembly down to Back-Up Lamp remove it. Front Parking Lamp 7444NA 3.
  • Page 261: Electrical System

    Vehicle Care 10-27 Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Breakers An electrical overload may cause Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the Overload protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away...
  • Page 262: Engine Compartment Fuse Block

    10-28 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Mini Fuses Usage Fuse Block Sunroof Outside Rearview Mirror Switch Canister Vent Solenoid Not Used Electronic Brake Control Module Valve Not Used Not Used To remove the fuse block cover, Transmission squeeze the clip and lift it up. Control Module Battery Notice: Spilling liquid on any...
  • Page 263 Vehicle Care 10-29 Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Horn Rear Window Not Used Defogger Canister Purge Air Conditioning Not Used Solenoid/Water Compressor Clutch Valve Solenoid/ Outside Rearview Front Fog Lamps Oxygen Sensors Mirror Heater Pre and Post/Turbo J-Case Usage Fuel System Control...
  • Page 264 10-30 Vehicle Care J-Case Usage HC-Mini Usage Fuses Relays Starter Solenoid Cooling Fan High Auxiliary Fuse Block U-Micro Usage Relays Not Used Spare HC-Micro Usage The vehicle may not be equipped Relays with all of the fuses, relays, and Starter features shown.
  • Page 265: Instrument Panel Fuse

    Vehicle Care 10-31 Instrument Panel Fuse Mini Fuses Usage Block Body Control Module 1 Body Control Module 2 Body Control Module 3 Body Control Module 4 Body Control Module 5 Body Control Module 6 The instrument panel fuse block is Body Control on the underside of the driver side Module 7...
  • Page 266 10-32 Vehicle Care Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage S/B Fuses Usage Spare Heater, Ventilation, Cigar Lighter/DC and Air Conditioning Accessory Power Spare MDL/ICS Outlet Power Window Liftgate Relay Spare Motor Front UPA Module Spare Power Window Spare Motor Rear LDW Module/Inside Rearview Mirror Sensing Diagnostic...
  • Page 267: Block

    Vehicle Care 10-33 Rear Compartment Fuse Relays Usage Block Accessory/Retained Accessory Power Liftgate Spare Spare Logistic Mode The rear compartment fuse block is behind a cover on the left side of the rear compartment. To access the fuses, remove the cover. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
  • Page 268 10-34 Vehicle Care Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage S/B Fuses Usage Trailer Socket (N/A) Spare Driver Seat Power Lumbar Switch EVP Switch Spare Passenger Seat Water In Fuel Power Lumbar Relays Usage Sensor Switch Ignition Relay Inside Rearview Amplifier Mirror/Regulated Run Relay Trailer Socket (N/A)
  • Page 269: Wheels And Tires

    Vehicle Care 10-35 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 270: All-Season Tires

    10-36 Vehicle Care Use only radial ply tires of the All-Season Tires Winter Tires same size, load range, and This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally speed rating as the original all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter equipment tires.
  • Page 271: Tire Sidewall Labeling

    Vehicle Care 10-37 Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the digits represent the week Tire Size illustration later in this (01 52) and the last two digits, Useful information about a tire is section. the year. For example, the third molded into its sidewall.
  • Page 272 10-38 Vehicle Care performance factors: treadwear, (2) Temporary Use Only (4) Maximum Cold Inflation traction, and temperature compact spare tire or temporary Load Limit Maximum load resistance. For more information use tire should not be driven at that can be carried and the see Uniform Tire Quality speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph).
  • Page 273: Tire Designations

    Vehicle Care 10-39 criteria have a TPC specification vehicle tire engineered to (5) Rim Diameter Diameter of code molded onto the sidewall. standards set by the U.S. Tire the wheel in inches. GM's TPC specifications meet or and Rim Association. (6) Service Description These exceed all federal safety...
  • Page 274 10-40 Vehicle Care steering, power brakes, power before a tire has built up heat GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight windows, power seats, and air from driving. See Tire Pressure Rating for the front axle. See conditioning. on page 10-42. Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-10.
  • Page 275 Vehicle Care 10-41 Maximum Inflation Pressure Outward Facing Sidewall Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic The maximum air pressure to side of an asymmetrical tire that tire in which the ply cords that which a cold tire can be inflated. has a particular side that faces extend to the beads are laid at The maximum air pressure is outward when mounted on a...
  • Page 276: Tire Pressure

    10-42 Vehicle Care Treadwear Indicators Narrow 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated Notice: Neither tire bands, sometimes called wear cargo load. See Vehicle Load underinflation nor bars, that show across the tread Limits on page 9-10. overinflation is good. of a tire when only 1.6 mm Underinflated tires, or tires Vehicle Maximum Load on the...
  • Page 277: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care 10-43 The Tire and Loading How to Check Recheck the tire pressure with Information label on the vehicle the tire gauge. Use a good quality pocket-type indicates the original equipment gauge to check tire pressure. Return the valve caps on the tires and the correct cold tire Proper tire inflation cannot be valve stems to prevent leaks...
  • Page 278: Tire Pressure Monitor

    10-44 Vehicle Care tire inflation pressure label, you not reached the level to trigger ensure that the replacement or should determine the proper tire illumination of the TPMS low tire alternate tires and wheels allow the inflation pressure for those tires.) pressure telltale.
  • Page 279 Vehicle Care 10-45 and wheel assembly. The TPMS ignition cycle until the tires are The TPMS can warn about a low sensors monitor the air pressure in inflated to the correct inflation tire pressure condition, but it does the tires and transmit the tire pressure.
  • Page 280 10-46 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or TPMS Malfunction Light and process was not done or not being near facilities using radio Message completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the The TPMS will not function properly rotating the tires.
  • Page 281 Vehicle Care 10-47 wheel positions, using a TPMS 5. Press and hold the SET/CLR 9. Proceed to the passenger side relearn tool, in the following order: button to begin the sensor front tire, and repeat the driver side front tire, passenger side matching process.
  • Page 282: Tire Inspection

    10-48 Vehicle Care The tire has a puncture, cut, Tire Inspection rotation, check the wheel or other damage that cannot alignment. See When It Is Time We recommend that the tires, be repaired well because of for New Tires on page 10-49 including the spare tire, if the the size or location of the and Wheel Replacement on...
  • Page 283: When It Is Time For New

    Vehicle Care 10-49 Adjust the front and rear tires to When It Is Time for New WARNING the recommended inflation Tires pressure on the Tire and Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Factors such as maintenance, Loading Information label after parts to which it is fastened, can temperatures, driving speeds, the tires have been rotated.
  • Page 284: Buying New Tires

    10-50 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 285 Vehicle Care 10-51 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 286: Different Size Tires And Wheels

    10-52 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading Uniform Tire Quality WARNING Information label indicates the Grading original equipment tires on the If different sized wheels are used, Quality grades can be found vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits there may not be an acceptable where applicable on the tire on page 9-10.
  • Page 287 Vehicle Care 10-53 nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include or to some limited-production the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, tires.
  • Page 288: Wheel Alignment And Tire

    10-54 Vehicle Care performance on the laboratory road, the tires and wheels might WARNING need to be rebalanced. See your test wheel than the minimum dealer for proper diagnosis. required by law. Warning: The Using the wrong replacement temperature grade for this tire is wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel Wheel Replacement established for a tire that is...
  • Page 289: Tire Chains

    Vehicle Care 10-55 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 290 10-56 Vehicle Care WARNING WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for level place to change the tire. To permanent damage to the tire. anything else, you or others could help prevent the vehicle from Re-inflating a tire after it has be badly injured or killed if the...
  • Page 291: Tire Changing

    Vehicle Care 10-57 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10-55. 1. Wheel Block 2. Flat Tire The following information explains 3. If the vehicle has a subwoofer how to repair or change a tire.
  • Page 292 10-58 Vehicle Care 4. Place the hex tube end of the WARNING (Continued) wrench over the hex head of the jack to attach it. avoid personal injury and vehicle 5. Turn the wheel wrench damage, be sure to fit the jack lift clockwise until the lift head is head into the proper location firmly contacting the proper...
  • Page 293 Vehicle Care 10-59 6. Turn the wheel wrench 11. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Turn clockwise to raise the vehicle far each nut clockwise, by hand, enough off the ground so there until the wheel is held against is enough room for the spare tire the hub.
  • Page 294 10-60 Vehicle Care Notice: Improperly tightened Storing a Flat or Spare Tire wheel nuts can lead to brake and Tools pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, WARNING evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the Storing a jack, a tire, or other proper torque specification.
  • Page 295: Compact Spare Tire

    Vehicle Care 10-61 Compact Spare Tire (50 mph). To conserve the tread of Jump Starting the spare tire, have the standard tire For more information about the repaired or replaced as soon as WARNING vehicle battery, see Battery on convenient and return the spare tire page 10-19.
  • Page 296 10-62 Vehicle Care Notice: Ignoring these steps 3. Good Battery Negative Terminal Notice: Only use a vehicle that could result in costly damage to has a 12-volt system with a 4. Good Battery Positive Terminal the vehicle that would not be negative ground for jump The jump start negative grounding covered by the warranty.
  • Page 297 Vehicle Care 10-63 4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. 5. Connect one end of the red WARNING (Continued) Turn off all lights and positive (+) cable to the accessories in both vehicles, positive (+) terminal on the Be sure the battery has enough except the hazard warning discharged battery.
  • Page 298: Towing The Vehicle

    10-64 Vehicle Care Notice: If the jumper cables are Towing Consult your dealer or a connected or removed in the professional towing service if the wrong order, electrical shorting disabled vehicle must be towed. Towing the Vehicle may occur and damage the To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle.
  • Page 299 Vehicle Care 10-65 Here are some important things to Dinghy Towing Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive consider before recreational vehicle Vehicles) towing: What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. What is the distance that will be traveled? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow.
  • Page 300 10-66 Vehicle Care Dolly Towing 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a (Front-Wheel-Drive clamping device designed for Vehicles Only) towing. 5. Remove the key from the ignition. 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. 7. Release the parking brake. Towing the Vehicle from the Rear Notice: Towing the vehicle from...
  • Page 301: Appearance Care

    Vehicle Care 10-67 Appearance Care product usage, necessary safety repaired. Foreign materials such as precautions, and appropriate calcium chloride and other salts, ice disposal of any vehicle care melting agents, road oil and tar, tree Exterior Care product. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can Locks Notice: Avoid using...
  • Page 302 10-68 Vehicle Care that are made for a basecoat/ Windshield and Wiper Blades clean cloth. See Recommended clearcoat paint finish on the Fluids and Lubricants on Clean the outside of the windshield vehicle. page 11-11. with glass cleaner. To keep the paint finish looking new, Tires Clean rubber blades using a lint-free keep the vehicle garaged or...
  • Page 303 Vehicle Care 10-69 calcium, or sodium chloride. leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Visually material to parts repaired or These chlorides are used on check constant velocity joints, replaced to restore corrosion roads for conditions such as ice rubber boots, and axle seals for protection.
  • Page 304: Interior Care

    10-70 Vehicle Care Interior Care remain on the surface being use approximately 20 drops per cleaned for extended periods 3.78 L (1 gal) of water. To prevent dirt particle abrasions, of time. A concentrated soap solution will regularly clean the vehicle's interior. leave a residue that creates Cleaners may contain solvents that Immediately remove any soils.
  • Page 305 Vehicle Care 10-71 Notice: Cleaning the windshield Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the with water during the first three to soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface six months of ownership will center. Fold the cleaning cloth to using a soft brush attachment.
  • Page 306 10-72 Vehicle Care Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, Do not use cleaners that increase gloss, especially on the instrument and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, and Other Plastic panel. Reflected glare can decrease Radio Displays Surfaces visibility through the windshield For vehicles with high gloss Use a soft microfiber cloth under certain conditions.
  • Page 307: Floor Mats

    Vehicle Care 10-73 Care of Safety Belts Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. Keep belts clean and dry. The original equipment floor mats were designed for your WARNING vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended Do not bleach or dye safety belts.
  • Page 308 10-74 Vehicle Care NOTES...
  • Page 309: Service And Maintenance

    Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing Maintenance Your vehicle is an important competitively priced maintenance investment. This section describes and repair services. With trained the required maintenance for the technicians, the dealer is the place vehicle.
  • Page 310 11-2 Service and Maintenance Because of the way people use The Additional Required Services WARNING vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Severe are for vehicles that are: There may need to be more Mainly driven in heavy city traffic Performing maintenance work can frequent checks and services.
  • Page 311: Maintenance Schedule

    Service and Maintenance 11-3 Check engine coolant level. See Maintenance for more than a year. The engine oil Engine Coolant on page 10-12. and filter must be changed at least Schedule once a year and the oil life system Check engine cooling system must be reset.
  • Page 312 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect steering, Check ignition transmission lock. suspension, and chassis See Ignition Transmission Lock components for damaged, loose, Check on page 10-21. or missing parts or signs of Check parking brake and wear. See Exterior Care on automatic transmission park page 10-67.
  • Page 313: Additional Required Services

    Service and Maintenance 11-5 Additional Required Services 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.
  • Page 314 11-6 Service and Maintenance (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines (5) Or every 10 years, whichever and hoses for proper hook-up, comes first. Inspect for fraying, routing, and condition. Check that excessive cracking, or damage; the purge valve works properly, replace, if needed.
  • Page 315 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 316: Services

    11-8 Service and Maintenance (3) Or every four years, whichever Special Application Additional comes first. Services Maintenance and Care (4) Or every five years, whichever comes first. See Cooling System on Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important page 10-11. Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly components every 5 000 km/...
  • Page 317 Service and Maintenance 11-9 To avoid break-down or failure to Trained dealer technicians have Lamps start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Properly working headlamps, battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and taillamps, and brake lamps are recommend quality parts Trained dealer technicians have important to see and be seen on...
  • Page 318 11-10 Service and Maintenance the shocks and struts for signs Vehicle Care Windshield of leaking, blown seals, To help keep the vehicle looking like For safety, appearance, and the or damage, and can advise new, vehicle care products are best viewing, keep the windshield when service is needed.
  • Page 319: Lubricants, And Parts

    Service and Maintenance 11-11 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine Oil on page 10-7. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
  • Page 320: Maintenance Replacement Parts

    11-12 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481). Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
  • Page 321: Maintenance Records

    Service and Maintenance 11-13 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 322 11-14 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 323: 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 324: Vehicle Data

    12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-11 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
  • Page 325 Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 1.4L L4 Automatic 0.7 mm (0.028 in) 1.4L L4 Automatic 0.7 mm (0.028 in)
  • Page 326 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 1.4L L4 Engine...
  • Page 327: Customer Information

    Customer Information 13-1 Customer GM Mobility Reimbursement Reporting Safety Defects Program (U.S. and Reporting Safety Defects to Information Canada) ....13-7 the United States Roadside Assistance Program Government .
  • Page 328: Customer Information

    1 800-263-3777 (English) or sure you are completely satisfied Buick. Normally, any concerns with 1-800-263-7854 (French). with the new vehicle. However, the sales transaction or the We encourage you to call the...
  • Page 329 Customer Information 13-3 40 days. If you do not agree with the STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning decision given in your case, you Owners: In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor may reject it and proceed with any not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), other venue for relief available...
  • Page 330: Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico)

    13-4 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction However, we recognize that despite STEP THREE the good intentions of all parties Procedure (Mexico) If your case is not resolved in a involved, sometimes a reasonable amount of time by your misunderstanding may occur. dealer, please call the General Motors Customer Assistance If you have a problem that has not...
  • Page 331: Customer Assistance Offices (U.s. And Canada)

    Mexico the toll-free number for assistance. 1908 Colonel Sam Drive However, if a customer wishes to 01-800-466-0818 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 write or e-mail Buick, the letter www.gm.ca United States and Canada should be addressed to: 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-521-7300 United States and Puerto Rico...
  • Page 332: Online Owner Center

    (Service History): View and who use Text Telephones buickowner.ca printable dealer-recorded service (TTYs), Buick has TTY equipment records and self-recorded service Take a trip to the Buick Owner available at its Customer Assistance records. Centre: Center. Any TTY user can (Preferred Dealer...
  • Page 333: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program

    The Roadside renewal of this program at the end Assistance program is not part of, This program is available to of its term, contact the Buick or included, in the coverage qualified applicants for cost Customer Assistance Center at...
  • Page 334 This service is limited to the If the vehicle cannot be received nearest dealer for warranty transfer of the vehicle to the by the nearest Buick dealer due service if the vehicle cannot be repair facility. to scheduling conflicts, the driven.
  • Page 335 Once the dealer has with a carrying capacity greater Buick dealership to repair the reported that the vehicle has than 3.5 tons. vehicle the same day, requiring been repaired, Roadside...
  • Page 336 To contact Roadside Assistance by due to a major force or Cost of towing a trailer when phone, use the following numbers: unforeseen circumstances, such choosing a Buick dealer that is as natural phenomena of an Mexico nearest to the temporary storage extraordinary nature, facility for the disabled vehicle.
  • Page 337: Canada)

    New Vehicle Limited Warranty. ready: is given. Buick and General Motors of Your name, home address, and Emergency Tow from a Public Canada Limited reserve the right to home telephone number.
  • Page 338: Canada)

    13-12 Customer Information Flat Tire Change: Service to Services Specific to Assistance advisor may give change a flat tire with the spare permission to get local Canadian-Purchased Vehicles tire. The spare tire, if equipped, emergency road service. You will Fuel delivery: Reimbursement must be in good condition and receive payment, up to $100, is approximately $5 Canadian.
  • Page 339: Canada)

    Customer Information 13-13 unless, of course, the problem is Several Courtesy Transportation destination with minimal interruption safety related. If it is, please call options are available to assist in of your daily schedule. This includes your dealership, let them know this, reducing inconvenience when one-way or round-trip shuttle service and ask for instructions.
  • Page 340: Collision Damage Repair (U.s. And Canada)

    13-14 Customer Information Courtesy Rental Vehicle Additional Program repairs diminish the vehicle resale value, and safety performance can Information Your dealer may arrange to provide be compromised in subsequent you with a courtesy rental vehicle or All program options, such as shuttle collisions.
  • Page 341 Customer Information 13-15 performance; however, the history of able to recommend a collision repair If the vehicle is leased, the leasing these parts is not known. Such parts center that has GM-trained company may require you to have are not covered by the GM New technicians and comparable insurance that ensures repairs with Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any...
  • Page 342: Service Publications Ordering Information

    13-16 Customer Information Gather the following information: Managing the Vehicle Damage If another party's insurance company is paying for the repairs, Repair Process Driver name, address, and you are not obligated to accept a telephone number. In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that damage repairs, GM recommends Driver license number.
  • Page 343: Reporting Safety Defects

    Customer Information 13-17 Each bulletin contains instructions Current and Past Models Reporting Safety to assist in the diagnosis and Technical Service Bulletins and Defects service of the vehicle. Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles. Owner Information Reporting Safety Defects ORDER TOLL FREE: Owner publications are written...
  • Page 344: Government

    Vehicle Safety Hotline defect, notify Transport Canada Call 1-800-521-7300, or write: toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 immediately, and notify General Buick Customer Assistance Center (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Motors of Canada Limited. Call P.O. Box 33136 http://www.safercar.gov; or Transport Canada at...
  • Page 345: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy

    Customer Information 13-19 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 346: Onstar

    13-20 Customer Information if the vehicle is leased, with the OnStar Terms and Conditions and GM vehicles does not use or record consent of the lessee; in response Privacy Statement on the OnStar personal information or link with any to an official request by police or website.
  • Page 347 OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Press Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. OnStar Services Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency .
  • Page 348: Onstar Services

    14-2 OnStar Press the OnStar Emergency OnStar Services Navigation button to get a priority OnStar navigation requires the connection to an Emergency Emergency Directions and Connections Advisor available 24/7 to: service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Get help for an emergency. the built-in system can automatically Press to receive directions or...
  • Page 349: Connections

    OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands 2. Say Repeat. System responds Destination Download: Press with the last direction given, then During a Planned Route then request the Advisor to responds with OnStar ready, download directions to the Cancel Route then a tone. navigation system in the vehicle.
  • Page 350 14-4 OnStar 2. Say Call. System responds: End a Call Place a Call Using a Stored Please say the name or number Number Press . System responds: Call to call. ended. 1. Press . System responds: 3. Say the entire number without OnStar ready.
  • Page 351: Diagnostics

    OnStar 14-5 Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Press to request account transfer...
  • Page 352 14-6 OnStar OnStar services require a vehicle service such as hills, tall buildings, TTY Users electrical system, wireless service, tunnels, weather, electrical system OnStar has the ability to and GPS satellite technologies to be design and architecture of the communicate to the deaf, available and operating for features vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired...
  • Page 353 OnStar 14-7 In emergency situations, OnStar OnStar Personal Identification Potential Issues can use the last stored GPS Number (PIN) OnStar cannot perform Remote location to send to emergency Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle A PIN is needed to access some of responders.
  • Page 354 14-8 OnStar Vehicle and Power Issues cannot be assured. Third parties THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED may unlawfully intercept or access AS IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF OnStar services require a vehicle transmissions and private ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR electrical system, wireless service, communications without consent.
  • Page 355 OnStar 14-9 unzip: Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, materials provided with the Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, distribution. The sole exception This is version 2005-Feb-10 of Rich Wales, Mike White to this condition is redistribution the Info-ZIP copyright and license. of a standard UnZipSFX binary The definitive version of this This software is provided as is, (including SFXWiz) as part of a...
  • Page 356 14-10 OnStar Pocket UnZip, WiZ or MacZip without the explicit permission of Info-ZIP. Such altered versions are further prohibited from misrepresentative use of the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail addresses or of the Info-ZIP URL(s). 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use the names Info-ZIP, Zip, UnZip, UnZipSFX, WiZ, Pocket UnZip, Pocket Zip,...
  • Page 357 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care What Will You See after an Exterior ..... 10-67 About Driving the Vehicle ..iv Airbag Inflates? .
  • Page 358 INDEX Bulb Replacement ... . 10-26 Cargo Halogen Bulbs ....10-23 Cover ......4-3 Battery .
  • Page 359 INDEX Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Cover Devices Air Conditioning ....8-1 Cargo ......4-3 Auxiliary .
  • Page 360 INDEX Driving (cont'd) Engine Entry Lighting ....6-6 Vehicle Load Limits ...9-10 Air Cleaner/Filter .
  • Page 361 INDEX Folding Mirrors ....2-12 Fuses General Information Folding Seatback ....3-9 Engine Compartment Service and Maintenance .
  • Page 362 INDEX Heated Infotainment ....7-1 Lamps (cont'd) Headlamps, Front Turn Steering Wheel ....5-3 Infotainment System .
  • Page 363: For Children (Latch)

    INDEX Lights Locks Messages Airbag Readiness ... . .5-12 Automatic Door ....2-7 Battery Voltage and Antilock Brake System Door .
  • Page 364 INDEX Mirrors (cont'd) Older Children, Restraints ..3-35 Manual Rearview ... . .2-13 Online Owner Center ..13-6 Park ®...
  • Page 365 INDEX Power (cont'd) Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ..9-38 Replacing Safety Belt Retained Accessory (RAP) . . .9-19 Rear Window Washer/Wiper ..5-4 System Parts after a Crash . . . 3-22 Seat Adjustment ....3-4 Rearview Mirrors .
  • Page 366 i-10 INDEX Seats (cont'd) Shifting Rear ......3-10 Into Park ..... .9-19 Safety Belts .
  • Page 367 INDEX i-11 Storage Areas (cont'd) Tires Towing Convenience Net ....4-4 Buying New Tires ... 10-50 General Information ..9-47 Instrument Panel .
  • Page 368 i-12 INDEX Where to Put the Restraint ..3-41 Windows ..... . 2-14 Vehicle Warning Power ......2-14 Alarm System .

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