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2011 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual

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

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

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4

Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23

Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1

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

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23

Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27

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

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

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-46

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

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

Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3

Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11

Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1

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

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-29

Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34

Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-42

Universal Remote System . . . . 5-48

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

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

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

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

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

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11

Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19

Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-37

Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-50

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

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

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

Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

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

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

Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-17

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-26

Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30

Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-34

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38

Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-40

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-47

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-54

Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-62

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Page 1 2011 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2011 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Technical Data ....12-1 General Information .
Page 3 For vehicles first sold in to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, Canada, substitute the name Helm, Incorporated the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, General Motors of Canada Limited P.O.
Page 4: Index
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information The vehicle has components and These mean there is something about the vehicle, use the Index labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other in the back of the manual. It is an text.
Page 5 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fuel Gauge Here are some additional symbols : Fuses that may be found on the vehicle : Headlamp High/Low-Beam and what they mean. For more Changer information on the symbol, refer to the Index. : LATCH System Child Restraints : Adjustable Pedals : Malfunction Indicator Lamp...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 7: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Mirror Adjustment ... . 1-11 Rear Vision Steering Wheel Camera (RVC) ... . . 1-22 Adjustment ....1-12 Ultrasonic Parking Assist .
Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 9 In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 6. Safety Locks on page 2 13. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5 3. B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. Power Door Locks on See Turn and Lane-Change page 2 12. Rear Window Wiper/Washer on Signals on page 6 6.
Page 10: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive Remote Keyless : Press to lock all doors. Entry (RKE) System Information Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) This section provides a brief Personalization on page 5 42. transmitter is used to lock and overview about some of the unlock the doors from up to 60 m...
Page 11 In Brief Remote Vehicle Start Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start: With this feature the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle. Press and hold until the Starting the Vehicle parking lamps turn off. Turn on the hazard warning 1.
Page 12 In Brief Liftgate Power Liftgate Operation Windows Manual Liftgate Operation For vehicles without keyless access, unlock the vehicle before opening the liftgate. Press the touchpad located in the handle of the liftgate, above the license plate, and lift up to open. Do not press the touchpad while closing the liftgate.
Page 13 In Brief Seat Adjustment 3. Release the handle to stop the Power Seats seat from moving. Manual Seats 4. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place. To raise or recline the seatback, use the lever on the outboard side of the seat.
Page 14: Memory Features
In Brief To adjust a power seat, if equipped: Memory Features seat are used to manually save and recall the positions of the Slide control (A) forward or driver seat, outside mirrors, and rearward, and up or down to adjustable throttle and brake pedals, adjust the power seat.
Page 15 In Brief Storing Button Memory Positions To automatically recall RKE Easy Exit Driver Seat Memory positions, unlock To save positions into Button This feature moves the seat the driver door with the RKE Memory: rearward allowing the driver more transmitter, and open the driver room to exit the vehicle.
Page 16: Heated And Ventilated Seats
1-10 In Brief Heated and Ventilated Safety Belts Press , if available, Seats to ventilate the driver or passenger seat. For more information, see Heated Front Seats on page 3 10 or Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3 11. Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints...
Page 17: Mirror Adjustment
In Brief 1-11 Sensing System for The passenger airbag status To adjust the mirror: indicator will be visible on the Passenger Airbag 1. Move the selector switch to overhead console when the vehicle L (left) or R (right) to choose is started.
Page 18 1-12 In Brief Power Folding Mirrors To fold the mirrors: Steering Wheel Adjustment 1. With the selector switch in position, push the down arrow on the control pad. Both mirrors will automatically fold. 2. Push the down arrow on the control pad again to return the mirrors to their original position.
Page 19 In Brief 1-13 Throttle and Brake Pedal Interior Lighting Reading Lamps Adjustment There are reading lamps located on Dome Lamps the overhead console and over the If the vehicle has this feature, the The dome lamp controls are located rear passenger doors. These lamps position of the throttle and brake in the overhead console.
Page 20: Exterior Lighting
1-14 In Brief Exterior Lighting AUTO: Turns the headlamps on Windshield Wiper/Washer automatically at normal brightness, together with the parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. : Turns the parking lamps on together with the taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights.
Page 21 In Brief 1-15 Rainsense : Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for For vehicles with Rainsense: less frequent wipes. If the vehicle : Move the windshield wiper has Rainsense , see following lever to . Turn the band Rainsense information.
Page 22: Climate Controls
1-16 In Brief Climate Controls See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1 and The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with Rear Climate Control System on this system. page 8 5, if equipped. Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) If you drive the vehicle...
Page 23: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-17 Vehicle Features Buttons 1 6: Press to save and Setting the Clock select favorite stations The vehicle has a digital and an Radio(s) For more information about analog clock. these and other radio features, For detailed instructions on setting VOL/ : Press to turn the system see Operation on page 7 7.
Page 24 1-18 In Brief Setting the Time and Date Setting the Month & Day Format Satellite Radio 1. Press the CONFIG button. 1. Press the CONFIG button. Vehicles with an XM Satellite Radio tuner and a valid XM Satellite 2. Select Time and Date Settings. 2.
Page 25: Portable Audio Devices
In Brief 1-19 ® Portable Audio Devices Bluetooth Steering Wheel Controls Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm The Bluetooth system allows (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB users with a Bluetooth-enabled port located in the center console. cell phone to make and receive ®...
Page 26: Cruise Control
1-20 In Brief Cruise Control Navigation System Press to select the previous favorite radio station or previous If the vehicle has a navigation CD, DVD, if equipped, or MP3 track. system, there is a separate Navigation System Manual that : Press + to increase the includes information on the radio, volume, press to decrease the...
Page 27: Vehicle Personalization
In Brief 1-21 Driver Information Vehicle Personalization : Use the thumbwheel Center (DIC) to scroll through the items in Some vehicle features can be each menu. programmed by using the audio The DIC display is located in the C. MENU: Press to get to the system controls.
Page 28: Storage Compartments
1-22 In Brief Rear Vision Ultrasonic Parking Assist The system can be disabled by pressing the park assist button Camera (RVC) If available, this feature uses located next to the shift lever. sensors on the front and rear If available, the rear vision See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on bumpers to detect objects while camera displays a view of the...
Page 29: Maintenance
In Brief 1-23 Power Outlets Universal Remote System Performance and Maintenance The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. Traction Control The vehicle has four accessory System (TCS) power outlets.
Page 30 1-24 In Brief ® StabiliTrak System Tire Pressure Monitor During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear The StabiliTrak system assists This vehicle may have a Tire when the vehicle is first started and with directional control of the Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
Page 31 In Brief 1-25 Tire Sealant and Resetting the Oil Life System The oil life system can also be reset as follows: Compressor Kit 1. Using the DIC MENU button and thumbwheel on the turn signal 1. Turn the ignition on with the This vehicle may come with a jack lever, display REMAINING OIL engine off.
Page 32: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
Mexico: 01-800-466-0805 See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on limits or drive more slowly when page 9 50. For all other vehicles, As the owner of a new Cadillac, conditions require. use only the unleaded gasoline you are automatically enrolled in...
Page 33 In Brief 1-27 Online Owner Center Automatic Crash Response Navigation, and Hands Free Calling (U.S. and Canada) are available on most vehicles. In a crash, built in sensors can Not all OnStar services are The Online Owner Center is a automatically alert an OnStar available on all vehicles.
Page 34 1-28 In Brief OnStar service can t work unless control may prevent service to you, Your Responsibility the vehicle is in a place where such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, Increase the volume of the radio OnStar has an agreement with weather, electrical system design if the OnStar Advisor cannot be a wireless service provider for...
Page 35: Keys, Doors And Windows
Keys, Doors and Windows Keys, Doors and Doors Interior Mirrors Liftgate ..... . 2-14 Manual Rearview Mirror ..2-22 Windows Automatic Dimming Rearview Vehicle Security...
Page 36: Keys And Locks
Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous for many reasons; children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power This key, located inside the Remote windows or other controls or Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter,...
Page 37: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
Keys, Doors and Windows If the keys get locked If there is a decrease in the RKE in the vehicle, it may have to be operating range: damaged to get them out. Always Check the distance. carry a spare key. The transmitter may be Contact Roadside Service if too far from the vehicle.
Page 38: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
Keys, Doors and Windows Remote Keyless Entry light your approach to the vehicle. (Lock): Press to lock all The turn signal indicators may doors. The turn signal indicators (RKE) System Operation flash and/or the horn may sound may flash and/or the horn may to indicate unlocking.
Page 39 Keys, Doors and Windows Keyless Unlocking removed from the interior of the (Vehicle Locator/Panic vehicle, the doors will lock after Alarm): Press and release With the transmitter within 1 m (3 ft), eight seconds. one time to locate the vehicle. approach the front door and pull The exterior lamps flash and the the handle.
Page 40 Keys, Doors and Windows Lock Sensor Keyless Liftgate Opening Programming with a Recognized Transmitter (Keyless Access Press the touch pad on the liftgate Vehicles Only) handle to open the liftgate if the keyless entry transmitter is within A new transmitter can be range.
Page 41 Keys, Doors and Windows 4. Press the ignition. When the Programming without a Recognized Transmitter transmitter is learned the DIC display will show that it is ready (Keyless Access Vehicles Only) to program the next transmitter. If there are no currently recognized transmitters available, follow this 5.
Page 42 Keys, Doors and Windows 2. Wait for ten minutes until the 5. Press the ignition. When the DIC displays PRESS ENGINE transmitter is learned the DIC START BUTTON TO LEARN display will show that it is ready and then press the ignition. to program the next transmitter.
Page 43 Keys, Doors and Windows Starting the Vehicle with a Low 3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake Transmitter Battery pedal and the START button. If the transmitter battery is weak, Replace the transmitter battery the DIC may display NO REMOTE as soon as possible.
Page 44: Remote Vehicle Start
2-10 Keys, Doors and Windows Remote Vehicle Start Laws in some local communities If the vehicle' s lamps are not may restrict the use of remote visible, press and hold for at If available, this feature allows you starters. For example, some laws least two seconds.
Page 45 Keys, Doors and Windows 2-11 The hood is not closed. Extending Engine Run Time Shutting the Engine Off After a Remote Start The hazard warning flashers For a 10-minute extension, repeat are on. To cancel a remote start, do any of Steps 1 and 2 while the engine is still running.
Page 46: Door Locks
2-12 Keys, Doors and Windows Door Locks Power Door Locks WARNING (Continued) WARNING Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be Unlocked doors can be unable to get out. A child can dangerous. be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent Passengers, especially children, can easily open injuries or even death from...
Page 47: Safety Locks
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-13 Lockout Deterrent Delayed Locking Safety Locks Lockout deterrent decreases the When this feature is enabled and chances that the keys may be the doors are locked with the power accidentally locked in the vehicle. lock switch on the instrument panel, three chimes sound to signal that When door locking is requested the delayed locking feature is in...
Page 48: Liftgate
2-14 Keys, Doors and Windows Doors Manual Liftgate WARNING (Continued) For vehicles without keyless access, Liftgate unlock the vehicle before opening Adjust the Climate Control system to a setting that the liftgate. brings in only outside air WARNING Press the touchpad located in the and set the fan speed to the handle of the liftgate, above the highest setting.
Page 49 Keys, Doors and Windows 2-15 Power Liftgate OFF: The liftgate only operates WARNING manually in this position. Manual operation of a liftgate that You or others could be injured if also has power operation requires caught in the path of the power more effort than with a standard liftgate.
Page 50 2-16 Keys, Doors and Windows Do not force the liftgate open or Obstacle Detection Features closed during a power cycle. If the liftgate encounters an The power liftgate may be obstacle during a power open temporarily disabled under or close cycle, a warning chime extreme temperatures or low will sound and the liftgate will battery conditions.
Page 51 Keys, Doors and Windows 2-17 Setting the Power When power opened with the To open the liftgate, press the 3/4 mode selected, the liftgate touchpad on the handle on the Liftgate 3/4 Mode stops at the new set position. outside of the liftgate, and lift the To change the liftgate stop position.
Page 52: Vehicle Security
2-18 Keys, Doors and Windows Vehicle Security 3. After 30 seconds, the alarm Disarming the System system will arm, and the To disarm the system, either This vehicle has theft-deterrent LED will begin to slowly flash unlock the doors using the features;...
Page 53: Immobilizer
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-19 How to Detect a Tamper Immobilizer Operation Condition This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. is pressed and the horn chirps three times, an attempted break-in The system does not have to be has occurred while the system was manually armed or disarmed.
Page 54: Exterior Mirrors
2-20 Keys, Doors and Windows When trying to start the vehicle, the If the ignition modes will not Exterior Mirrors security light comes on briefly when change with the other transmitter, the ignition is turned on. your vehicle needs service. If the Convex Mirrors ignition does change modes, If the engine does not start and the...
Page 55: Power Mirrors
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-21 Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors Power Foldaway Mirrors Reset the power foldaway mirrors if: The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding. They are accidentally manually folded/unfolded. The mirrors do not stay in the unfolded position.
Page 56: Heated Mirrors
2-22 Keys, Doors and Windows Heated Mirrors Reverse Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors (Rear Window Defogger): If the vehicle is equipped with Manual Rearview Mirror Press to heat the mirrors. memory mirrors, there is an option to have the mirrors tilt down, when See Rear Window Defogger under Adjust the inside rearview mirror in R (Reverse), to more easily see...
Page 57: Automatic Dimming Rearview
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-23 Automatic Dimming Windows Rearview Mirror WARNING The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Leaving children, helpless Automatic dimming reduces the adults, or pets in a vehicle glare from the headlamps of the with the windows closed is vehicle behind you.
Page 58: Power Windows
2-24 Keys, Doors and Windows Power Windows The power windows: Can be operated with the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY WARNING or ON/RUN/START. Leaving children in a vehicle Can be operated within with the RKE transmitter is 10 minutes of switching the dangerous for many reasons;...
Page 59 Keys, Doors and Windows 2-25 Express Down/Up Windows Programming the Power Obstacle Detection Feature Windows Windows that have the The Obstacle Detection Feature is express down/up feature allow part of the express-up feature and is Programming the power windows the windows to be lowered and active: may be necessary if the vehicle's raised fully without holding the...
Page 60: Sun Visors
2-26 Keys, Doors and Windows If conditions prevent the window Window Lockout Sun Visors from closing and the window continues to auto-reverse, it is possible to close the window with the ignition in ON/RUN/START by holding the window switch in the partially or fully pulled up position.
Page 61: Sunroof
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-27 Roof Press the back of the sunroof switch to the first detent and hold, to open the sunroof to a desired position at Sunroof a normal speed. Press the rear of the switch to the second detent On vehicles with a sunroof, the and release, to express open the switches are on the overhead...
Page 62 2-28 Keys, Doors and Windows To open or close the sunshade, Anti-Pinch Feature sunroof operation, noise, press the open or close sunroof or plugging the water drainage If an object is in the path of the switch (B). system. Periodically open the sunroof when it is closing, the sunroof and remove any obstacles Press the front or back of the...
Page 63 Seats and Restraints Seats and Rear Seats Airbag System Rear Seats ....3-12 Airbag System ....3-30 Restraints Heated Rear Seats .
Page 64 Seats and Restraints Child Restraints Head Restraints Older Children ....3-46 Front Seats Infants and Young Children ....3-48 The vehicle's front seats have Child Restraint Systems .
Page 65: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats The rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The center seating position has 1. To raise or lower the head an integrated headrest that can be restraint, press the release adjusted the same way as the head button while pulling up or restraints.
Page 66: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Front Seats Power Seat Adjustment Seat Adjustment WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push To adjust a manual seat: To adjust a power seat, if equipped: a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 67 Seats and Restraints Memory Seats The vehicle will also automatically Recalling Button Memory Positions save driver seat, outside mirror, and adjustable throttle and brake To recall the manually saved pedal positions to the current driver Button Memory positions, press Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) and hold 1 or 2.
Page 68 Seats and Restraints Recalling RKE Memory Positions To automatically recall RKE Memory To stop recall movement, press (Memory Remote Recall) positions, unlock the driver door one of the memory, power mirror, with the RKE transmitter, and open or power seat controls, or the The Memory Remote Recall feature the driver door.
Page 69: Lumbar Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Easy Exit Driver Seat Lumbar Adjustment Thigh Support This feature moves the seat Adjustment Power Lumbar rearward allowing the driver more room to exit the vehicle. To activate, place the ignition in OFF and open the driver door. If the driver door is already open, placing the ignition in OFF will activate the easy exit driver seat.
Page 70: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks WARNING (Continued) WARNING The lap belt cannot do its job either. In a crash, the belt Sitting in a reclined position when could go up over your abdomen. the vehicle is in motion can be The belt forces would be there, dangerous.
Page 71 Seats and Restraints Manual Reclining Seatbacks Power Reclining Seatbacks WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 72: Heated Front Seats
3-10 Seats and Restraints Heated Front Seats Press to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback. WARNING Press the button once for the If you cannot feel temperature highest setting. With each press change or pain to the skin, of the button, the heated seat the seat heater may cause will change to the next lower...
Page 73: Heated And Ventilated Front
Seats and Restraints 3-11 Remote Start Heated Seats See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 10 and Remote Start When it is cold outside, the Auto Heated Seats under Vehicle heated seats can be turned on Personalization on page 5 42 for automatically during a remote more information.
Page 74: Rear Seats
3-12 Seats and Restraints Remote Start Heated and Rear Seats Ventilated Seats Split Folding Seatbacks During a remote start, the heated or ventilated seats can be turned on With this feature, either side of the automatically. They are canceled rear seatback can be folded down when the ignition is turned on.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Raising the Seatbacks To raise the seatback: Reclining the Seatbacks 1. Lift the lever on top of the To recline the seatback: WARNING seatback. Raise the seatback 1. Lift and hold the lever on top of and release the lever.
Page 76: Heated Rear Seats
3-14 Seats and Restraints Heated Rear Seats With the ignition in ON/RUN/START, Rear Seat press to heat the left or Pass-Through Door right outboard seat cushion and WARNING seatback. An indicator on the RSA display appears when this feature If you cannot feel temperature is on.
Page 77: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-15 Safety Belts In most states and in all Canadian WARNING provinces, the law requires wearing This section of the manual safety belts. Here is why: It is extremely dangerous to ride describes how to use safety belts You never know if you will be in in a cargo area, inside or outside properly.
Page 78 3-16 Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. Take the simplest vehicle.
Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3-17 The person keeps going until or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! stopped by something. In a real With safety belts, you slow down vehicle, it could be the windshield... as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop.
Page 80 3-18 Seats and Restraints Questions and Answers About Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why Q: If I am a good driver, and I should I have to wear safety never drive far from home, Safety Belts belts? why should I wear safety Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle belts? A: Airbags are supplemental...
Page 81: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-19 How to Wear Safety Belts First, before you or your worn low and snug on the hips, passenger(s) wear a safety belt, just touching the thighs. In a crash, Properly there is important information you this applies force to the strong should know.
Page 82 3-20 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-21 Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the You can be seriously injured lap belt is too loose. In a crash, if the belt is buckled in the you could slide under the lap wrong place like this.
Page 84 3-22 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING You can be seriously injured if the belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt.
Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-23 Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING WARNING You can be seriously injured You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt by not wearing the lap-shoulder under your arm. In a crash, belt properly. In a crash, you your body would move too far would not be restrained by the forward, which would increase the...
Page 86: Lap-Shoulder Belt
3-24 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull WARNING the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. You can be seriously injured by a The lap-shoulder belt may lock if twisted belt.
Page 87 Seats and Restraints 3-25 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 3.
Page 88 3-26 Seats and Restraints Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners The vehicle has a shoulder belt This vehicle has safety belt height adjuster for the driver and pretensioners for front outboard right front passenger seating occupants. Although the safety positions.
Page 89 Seats and Restraints 3-27 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides for the outboard passenger positions in the rear seat. If not, they are available through your dealer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults.
Page 90: Safety Belt Use During
3-28 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Use During WARNING Pregnancy A safety belt that is not properly Safety belts work for everyone, worn may not provide the including pregnant women. Like all protection needed in a crash. occupants, they are more likely to The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured if they do not be seriously injured.
Page 91: Safety Belt Extender
Seats and Restraints 3-29 The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check Safety Belt Care to protect the mother. When a safety Now and then, check that the safety Keep belts clean and dry. belt is worn properly, it is more likely belt reminder light, safety belts, that the fetus will not be hurt in a buckles, latch plates, retractors,...
Page 92: Replacing Safety Belt System
3-30 Seats and Restraints Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of Airbag System safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts After a The vehicle has the following But the safety belt assemblies that Crash airbags: were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged.
Page 93 Seats and Restraints 3-31 All of the airbags in the vehicle will Here are the most important things WARNING have the word AIRBAG embossed to know about the airbag system: in the trim or on an attached label Be sure that cargo is not near an near the deployment opening.
Page 94 3-32 Seats and Restraints WARNING WARNING Airbags inflate with great force, Children who are up against, faster than the blink of an eye. or very close to, any airbag Anyone who is up against, or when it inflates can be seriously very close to, any airbag when injured or killed.
Page 95: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-33 Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, The right front passenger frontal Passenger Side Similar airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. The seat-mounted side impact The driver frontal airbag is in the airbags for the driver and right front middle of the steering wheel.
Page 96: When Should An Airbag
3-34 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag WARNING (Continued) Inflate? that person causing severe injury Frontal airbags are designed or even death. The path of an to inflate in moderate to severe inflating airbag must be kept frontal or near-frontal crashes clear.
Page 97 Seats and Restraints 3-35 Frontal airbags may inflate Frontal airbags are not intended to crashes. In addition, these roof-rail at different crash speeds. inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear airbags are intended to inflate For example: impacts, or in many side impacts. during a rollover.
Page 98: What Makes An Airbag
3-36 Seats and Restraints If the vehicle does not have a right What Makes an Airbag How Does an Airbag front passenger seat and a rear Inflate? Restrain? seat, only the driver frontal airbag will deploy in a frontal impact. In a deployment event, the sensing In moderate to severe frontal or system sends an electrical signal...
Page 99: What Will You See After An
Seats and Restraints 3-37 Rollover capable roof-rail airbags What Will You See After WARNING are designed to help contain the an Airbag Inflates? head and chest of occupants in When an airbag inflates, the outboard seating positions After the frontal airbags and there may be dust in the air.
Page 100 3-38 Seats and Restraints The vehicle has a crash You can lock the doors, turn off the In many crashes severe enough sensing and diagnostic module interior lamps and hazard warning to inflate the airbag, windshields which records information flashers by using the controls for are broken by vehicle deformation.
Page 101: Passenger Sensing
Seats and Restraints 3-39 Passenger Sensing The words ON and OFF, or the The sensors are designed to detect symbol for on and off, are visible the presence of a properly-seated System during the system check. If you occupant and determine if the right are using remote start, if equipped, front passenger frontal airbag and The vehicle has a passenger...
Page 102 3-40 Seats and Restraints A label on the sun visor says, The passenger sensing system is WARNING (Continued) Never put a rear-facing child seat designed to turn off the right front in the front. This is because the risk passenger airbag and seat mounted airbag (if equipped), no to the rear-facing child is so great, side impact airbag if:...
Page 103 Seats and Restraints 3-41 When the passenger sensing sensing system may or may not If the On Indicator is Lit for a system has turned off the right turn off the right front passenger Child Restraint front passenger frontal airbag and frontal airbag and seat-mounted If a child restraint has been installed seat mounted side impact airbag,...
Page 104: Vehicle
3-42 Seats and Restraints 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator is Lit for an system to detect that person and restraint and restarting the enable the right front passenger Adult-Size Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is frontal airbag and seat-mounted still lit, turn the vehicle off.
Page 105 Seats and Restraints 3-43 Additional Factors Affecting WARNING WARNING System Operation Safety belts help keep the Stowing of articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the passenger in position on the passenger seat or between the ignition is turned off and the seat during vehicle maneuvers passenger seat cushion and battery is disconnected, an airbag...
Page 106: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
3-44 Seats and Restraints Adding Equipment to the In addition, the vehicle has If you have questions, a passenger sensing system call Customer Assistance. Airbag-Equipped Vehicle for the right front passenger The phone numbers and position, which includes sensors addresses for Customer Q: Is there anything I might add that are part of the passenger Assistance are in Step Two...
Page 107: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-45 Q: Because I have a disability, Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System I have to get my vehicle Parts After a Crash The airbag system does not need modified. How can I find out regularly scheduled maintenance whether this will affect my or replacement.
Page 108: Child Restraints
3-46 Seats and Restraints If the airbag readiness light stays Child Restraints The manufacturer's instructions that on after the vehicle is started or come with the booster seat state the comes on when you are driving, weight and height limitations for that Older Children the airbag system may not work booster.
Page 109 Seats and Restraints 3-47 Does the lap belt fit low and Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort WARNING (Continued) snug on the hips, touching the Guides under Lap-Shoulder Belt on thighs? If yes, continue. If no, page 3 24. return to the booster seat. children can be crushed together According to accident statistics, and seriously injured.
Page 110: Infants And Young
3-48 Seats and Restraints WARNING WARNING Never do this. Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt Never allow a child to wear the is wrapped around their neck safety belt with the shoulder belt and the safety belt continues behind their back.
Page 111 Seats and Restraints 3-49 WARNING WARNING (Continued) Never do this. better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If you Never hold an infant or a must secure a forward-facing child while riding in a vehicle. child restraint in the right front Due to crash forces, an infant seat, always move the front or a child will become so heavy...
Page 112 3-50 Seats and Restraints Q: What are the different types of height limitations for a particular WARNING add-on child restraints? child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints A: Add-on child restraints, which A young child's hip bones are available for children with are purchased by the vehicle still so small that the vehicle's...
Page 113: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-51 Child Restraint Systems (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat (C) Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat (B) A booster seat (C) is a child (A) Rear Facing Infant Seat provides restraint for the child's restraint designed to improve A rear-facing infant seat (A) body with the harness.
Page 114 3-52 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child See Lower Anchors and Tethers In some areas of the United States for Children (LATCH System) on and Canada, Certified Child Restraint in the Vehicle page 3 55 for more information. Passenger Safety Technicians Children can be endangered in a (CPSTs) are available to inspect WARNING...
Page 115: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints 3-53 Where to Put the WARNING WARNING (Continued) Restraint A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child According to accident statistics, restraint can be seriously restraints in a rear seat, even if children and infants are safer injured or killed if the right the airbag is off.
Page 116 3-54 Seats and Restraints If the vehicle does not have a child restraints. Adjacent seating Configurations for Use of Child rear seat that will accommodate positions should not be used if the Restraints a rear-facing child restraint, we child restraint prevents access to recommend that rear-facing child or interferes with the routing of the restraints not be transported in the...
Page 117: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)
Seats and Restraints 3-55 Lower Anchors and When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also Tethers for Children use either the lower anchors or the (LATCH System) safety belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must The LATCH system holds a child never be installed using only the top restraint during driving or in a crash.
Page 118 3-56 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Your child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) 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 attached.
Page 119 Seats and Restraints 3-57 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations To assist you in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. Top Tether Anchors The top tether anchors for each rear seating position are located Rear Seat...
Page 120 3-58 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child restraint in a Securing a Child Restraint WARNING position without a top tether anchor Designed for the LATCH if a national or local law requires System Do not attach more than one that the top tether be attached, or if child restraint to a single anchor.
Page 121 Seats and Restraints 3-59 Make sure to attach the child 1.2. Put the child restraint on WARNING restraint at the proper anchor the seat. location. For the outboard rear Children can be seriously injured This system is designed to make seating positions, if the or strangled if a shoulder belt installation of child restraints easier.
Page 122 3-60 Seats and Restraints 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: If you are using a dual If you are using a single tether in the rear outboard tether in the rear outboard seating position and the seating position with an head restraint has been...
Page 123 Seats and Restraints 3-61 If you are using a single tether in the rear outboard seating position and the head restraint has been If you are using a single If you are using a dual removed, route the single tether in the rear center tether in the rear center tether over the seatback.
Page 124 3-62 Seats and Restraints Head Restraint Removal and 4. When the child restraint is removed, reinstall the head Reinstallation restraint before the seating The rear outboard head restraints position is used. can be removed if they interfere with the proper installation of the WARNING child restraint.
Page 125: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints 3-63 To reinstall the head restraint: Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat) When securing a child restraint in WARNING a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the A crash can damage the child restraint to make sure it is LATCH system in the vehicle.
Page 126 3-64 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child seat in a If more than one child restraint position without a top tether anchor needs to be installed in the rear if a national or local law requires seat, be sure to read Where to Put that the top tether be anchored, or if the Restraint on page 3 53.
Page 127 Seats and Restraints 3-65 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 55 for more information.
Page 128: Securing Child Restraints
3-66 Seats and Restraints To remove the child restraint, Securing Child Restraints WARNING unbuckle the vehicle safety (Front Passenger Seat) belt and let it return to the A child in a rear-facing child stowed position. If the top tether This vehicle has airbags. A rear restraint can be seriously is attached to a top tether anchor, seat is a safer place to secure...
Page 129 Seats and Restraints 3-67 If the child restraint has the LATCH You will be using the lap-shoulder WARNING (Continued) system, see Lower Anchors and belt to secure the child restraint in Tethers for Children (LATCH this position. Follow the instructions Secure rear-facing child System) on page 3 55 for how and that came with the child restraint.
Page 130 3-68 Seats and Restraints 4. Push the latch plate into the 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 6. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the lock.
Page 131 Seats and Restraints 3-69 If the vehicle does not have If the airbags are off, the off a rear seat and the child indicator in the passenger airbag restraint has a top tether, follow status indicator will come on and the child restraint manufacturer's stay on when the vehicle is started.
Page 132 3-70 Seats and Restraints NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 133: Additional Storage Features
Storage Storage Storage the maximum cool air to enter the glove box. Move the slide control Compartments to allow cool air into the glove box. After opening the air flow, close the Storage Compartments Glove Box glove box door to keep the cold air Glove Box .
Page 134: Front Storage
Storage For large containers, push the Armrest Storage There is an accessory power button to move aside the divider outlet inside the center console. For vehicles with a rear seat and make the cupholder deeper. See Power Outlets on page 5 8 armrest, pull the rear seat armrest For small containers, push down on for more information.
Page 135: Additional Storage Features
Storage Additional Storage Install the Cargo Cover 1. Hold the cartridge so that the Features pull out shade faces the rear of the vehicle. Cargo Cover For vehicles with the dual position cargo cover, it can be used to cover items in the cargo area of the vehicle.
Page 136: Cargo Tie-Downs
Storage Remove the Cargo Cover Cargo Management WARNING System 1. Remove the cover from the channels and carefully roll it An improperly stored cargo back up. cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. Someone could be injured.
Page 137 Storage There may be additional storage Rear Storage Area compartments on each side of the cargo management system. Lift the WARNING panel up to open. An improperly latched and closed cargo cover, or cargo cover left in the open position, could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden maneuver.
Page 138 Storage U-Rail 3. Release the prop rod from the 4. Store the cargo management inside cover by sliding the red system cover by hooking it onto clip down. the weatherstrip. For vehicles with a u-rail system, the fence can be moved to different Unhook the prop rod from the positions on the u-rail track to pin on the inside cover.
Page 139 Storage 3. Reinstall the fence and lock Installing the Fence both latches (A) by turning to align with the arrow on the adapter (B). Push both adapter buttons to move the adapters (B) on the straight part Insert the fence into the adapters of the u-rail.
Page 140 Storage Storing the Fence D-Ring Sliders 1. Lift the cargo management For vehicles with a D-ring system, system cover. there are four D-ring sliders that move along rails. These can be 2. Release the cover from the prop used as tie-downs when storing rod as described in the previous cargo.
Page 141: Cargo Net
Storage Cargo Net There are four openings in the headliner: two located behind the front seats and two behind the rear WARNING seats. Do not stack items higher than the upper end of the cargo net or hang anything from the net. Avoid items that have sharp edges or that apply excessive force to the net.
Page 142: Convenience Net
4-10 Storage 3. Roll up the cargo net, storing it into the attached vinyl bag. 4. Open the cargo management system cover. 5. For vehicles with an inflator kit, store the cargo net in the available space next to the kit. Convenience Net This vehicle may have a convenience net located in the rear...
Page 143: Roof Rack System
Storage 4-11 Roof Rack System Loading cargo on the fastened. Loading cargo on the roof roof rack that weighs more than rack will make the vehicle s center 100 kg (220 lbs) or hangs over the of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, WARNING rear or sides of the vehicle may sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden...
Page 144 4-12 Storage NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 145 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Fuel Economy Gauge Adaptive Forward Lighting (3.0L Only) ....5-13 (AFL) Light ....5-28 Controls Turbo Gauge (2.8L Only) .
Page 146 Instruments and Controls Airbag System Messages ..5-40 Controls Steering Wheel Controls Safety Belt Messages ..5-40 Anti-Theft Alarm System Steering Wheel Messages ....5-40 Adjustment Service Vehicle Messages .
Page 147: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer (Push to Talk): For vehicles ® ® with an OnStar , Bluetooth or navigation system, press to interact with those systems. See Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7 50 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on (Off): Use to turn the wipers off. page 7 52 or Bluetooth (Voice (Mist): For a single wipe, Recognition) on page 7 56, the...
Page 148 Instruments and Controls Wipe Parking Rainsense Turn the band up for more sensitivity to moisture. If the ignition is turned to For vehicles with Rainsense, LOCK/OFF while the wipers Turn the band down for less a sensor located near the top sensitivity to moisture.
Page 149: Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Rear Window The system turns off when the button is returned to the middle Wiper/Washer Pull the lever toward you to spray position. washer fluid on the windshield. The rear wiper controls are on the (Rear Wiper): Use for The spray continues until the lever end of the windshield wiper lever.
Page 150: Headlamp Washer
Instruments and Controls Reverse Gear Wipes Pull the wiper lever toward WARNING you and hold briefly to activate. If the rear wiper control is off, The headlamp washers will spray the rear wiper will automatically In freezing weather, do not use once, pause, and spray again.
Page 151: Compass
Instruments and Controls Compass again. See Compass Messages on Clock (Digital Clock) page 5 35 for more information The vehicle may have a compass The infotainment system controls on the messages that may be display on the Driver Information are used to access the time and displayed for the compass.
Page 152: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls Setting the Time and Date Setting the Month & Day Power Outlets Format 1. Press the CONFIG button. The accessory power outlets can be 1. Press the CONFIG button. used to plug in electrical equipment, 2. Select Time and Date Settings. such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
Page 153: Cigarette Lighter
Instruments and Controls The power outlet located in the rear Certain accessory power plugs Cigarette Lighter cargo area is powered at all times. may not be compatible with the There may be a cigarette lighter accessory power outlet and could There is a small cap that must be located under the climate control overload vehicle or adapter fuses.
Page 154: Ashtrays
5-10 Instruments and Controls Ashtrays Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and There may be an ashtray located function. Often gauges and warning under the climate control system lights work together to indicate a Indicators on the instrument panel.
Page 155: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 156: Speedometer
5-12 Instruments and Controls Speedometer Tachometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer shows the The tachometer displays the vehicle's speed in either kilometers engine speed in revolutions per per hour (km/h) or miles per minute (rpm). hour (mph). Notice: If the engine is operated with the tachometer in the shaded Odometer warning area, the vehicle could...
Page 157: (3.0L Only)
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Here are four things that some Fuel Economy Gauge owners ask about. None of these (3.0L Only) show a problem with the fuel gauge: At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full.
Page 158: Turbo Gauge (2.8L Only)
5-14 Instruments and Controls Turbo Gauge (2.8L Only) As the accelerator peddle is pressed the needle may move to the right. This is normal and means that the vehicle is using turbo power. Under normal conditions the needle will not display a reading in the red.
Page 159: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Engine Coolant Safety Belt Reminders Temperature Gauge Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument panel cluster. English This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle's engine. When the vehicle is started this light Metric flashes and a chime comes on to If the indicator needle moves into...
Page 160 5-16 Instruments and Controls Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt If the Vehicle Information is warning light and chime may turn selected, a full page screen displays Reminder Light on if an object is put on the seat at start-up the three safety belt such as a briefcase, handbag, symbols.
Page 161: Airbag Readiness Light
Instruments and Controls 5-17 Airbag Readiness Light WARNING This light shows if there is an If the airbag readiness light stays electrical problem. The system on after the vehicle is started or check includes the airbag sensor, comes on while driving, it means the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring, and the crash the airbag system might not be...
Page 162: Charging System Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls Then, after several more seconds, If, after several seconds, both Charging System Light the status indicator will light either status indicator lights remain on, ON or OFF, or either the on or off or if there are no lights at all, there symbol to let you know the status of may be a problem with the lights the right front passenger frontal and...
Page 163: Indicator Lamp
Instruments and Controls 5-19 When this light comes on, the Notice: If the vehicle is Driver Information Center (DIC) continually driven with this also displays a message. light on the emission controls might not work as well, the See Battery Voltage and Charging vehicle fuel economy might not Messages on page 5 34.
Page 164 5-20 Instruments and Controls Make sure the electrical system This light comes on during a Light On Steady: An emission is not wet. The system could malfunction in one of two ways: control system malfunction has be wet if the vehicle was driven been detected on the vehicle.
Page 165 Instruments and Controls 5-21 The critical emission control If none of the above have made systems have not been the light turn off, your dealer can completely diagnosed by check the vehicle. The dealer the system. This can happen has the proper test equipment if the battery has recently and diagnostic tools to fix any been replaced or if the battery...
Page 166: Brake System Warning
5-22 Instruments and Controls Brake System Warning Electric Parking Brake WARNING Light Light The brake system might not be The vehicle brake system working properly if the brake consists of two hydraulic circuits. system warning light is on. If one circuit is not working, the Driving with the brake system remaining circuit can still work warning light on can lead to a...
Page 167: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
Instruments and Controls 5-23 If the light does not come on, Antilock Brake System Start the engine again to reset the or remains flashing, see your dealer. system. If the light stays on after (ABS) Warning Light driving at a speed above 20 km/h (13 mph), see your dealer for service.
Page 168: Traction Off Light
5-24 Instruments and Controls ® Traction Off Light The traction off light comes on when StabiliTrak OFF Light the Traction Control System (TCS) has been turned off by pressing and releasing the traction control button. This light and the StabiliTrak Off light come on when StabiliTrak is turned off.
Page 169: Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Traction Control System If the light is on and not flashing, the Tire Pressure Light TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light system have been disabled. A DIC message may display. Check the DIC messages to determine which feature(s) is no longer functioning and whether the vehicle requires service.
Page 170: Engine Oil Pressure Light
5-26 Instruments and Controls When the Light is On Steady Engine Oil Pressure Light This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly WARNING underinflated. Do not keep driving if the oil A tire pressure message can pressure is low. The engine can accompany the light.
Page 171: Fuel Economy Light
Instruments and Controls 5-27 Fuel Economy Light Low Fuel Warning Light Security Light For vehicles with the fuel economy This light is located near the fuel This light flashes when the security mode light, it comes on when the gauge and comes on briefly when system is activated.
Page 172: High-Beam On Light
5-28 Instruments and Controls High-Beam On Light Adaptive Forward Front Fog Lamp Light Lighting (AFL) Light This light comes on when the The fog lamp light comes on when high-beam headlamps are in use. the fog lamps are in use. This light comes on solid when there is a problem with the See Headlamp High/Low-Beam...
Page 173: Lamps On Reminder
Instruments and Controls 5-29 Lamps On Reminder Cruise Control Light Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC displays information about the vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. See Vehicle Messages on For vehicles with the lamps on The cruise control light is white page 5 34 for more information.
Page 174 5-30 Instruments and Controls DIC Operation and Displays DIC Buttons Trip/Fuel Information Menu Items The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by using Press the MENU button on the the DIC buttons on the turn signal turn signal lever until Trip/Fuel lever located on the left side of the Information Menu is displayed.
Page 175 Instruments and Controls 5-31 Trip The Instantaneous Fuel Economy Fuel Used display shows the current fuel The Trip display shows the The Fuel Used display shows economy in either liters per current distance traveled, in either the approximate liters (L) or 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since gallons (gal) of fuel that have...
Page 176 5-32 Instruments and Controls Timer Speed and Curve Assist Vehicle Information Menu Items This display can be used as This display will show the speed a timer. To start the timer, press limit or the advised speed as Press the MENU button on the SET/CLR while Timer is displayed.
Page 177 Instruments and Controls 5-33 Remaining Oil Life been changed. It cannot be reset Unit accurately until the next oil change. This display shows an estimate Move the thumbwheel up or To reset the engine oil life system, of the oil's remaining useful life. down to switch between metric press the SET/CLR button while If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is...
Page 178: Vehicle Messages
5-34 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC This message is displayed when indicate the status of the vehicle BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE there is a fault in the battery or some action that may be needed charging system.
Page 179: Compass Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-35 STEP ON BRAKE TO SERVICE PARKING BRAKE Cruise Control Messages RELEASE PARK BRAKE This message is displayed when APPLY BRAKE BEFORE there is a problem with the parking This message is displayed if you CRUISE brake. Take the vehicle to your attempt to release the electric dealer for service.
Page 180: Engine Cooling System
5-36 Instruments and Controls HOOD OPEN Engine Cooling System COOLANT LEVEL LOW ADD COOLANT Messages This message will display along with a hood open symbol when the hood This message will display if the A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH is open. Close the hood completely. coolant is low.
Page 181: Engine Oil Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-37 HIGH COOLANT ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE Engine Power Messages TEMPERATURE ENGINE ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays if the coolant This message displays when the This message displays when the temperature is hot. See Engine engine oil temperature is too hot.
Page 182: Fuel System Messages
5-38 Instruments and Controls Fuel System Messages NO REMOTE PRESS BRAKE Lamp Messages TO RESTART FUEL LEVEL LOW AFL (ADAPTIVE FORWARD This message is displayed if the LIGHTING) LAMPS NEED This message displays when the remote is no longer detected in the SERVICE vehicle is low on fuel.
Page 183: Ride Control System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 XXX TURN INDICATOR SERVICE PARK ASSIST SERVICE SUSPENSION FAILURE SYSTEM This message is displayed if there is a problem with the park assist When one of the turn signals is This message displays if there is system.
Page 184: Airbag System Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls Airbag System Messages Service Vehicle Messages Starting the Vehicle Messages SERVICE AIRBAG SERVICE AC SYSTEM PRESS BRAKE TO START This message displays if there is This message is displayed if there is VEHICLE a problem with the airbag system. a problem with the air conditioning Take the vehicle to your dealer for system.
Page 185: Tire Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-41 Tire Messages This message also displays Transmission Messages LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SERVICE TRANSMISSION LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to SYSTEM indicate the location of the low tire. This message displays if there is a problem with the transmission.
Page 186: Vehicle Reminder
5-42 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Reminder Vehicle Entering the Personalization Menus Messages Personalization 1. Press CONFIG to access the ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE Configuration Settings menu. The audio system controls are WITH CARE used to access the personalization 2. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to menus for customizing vehicle This message is displayed when ice highlight Vehicle Settings.
Page 187 Instruments and Controls 5-43 Climate and Air Quality Air Quality Sensor Remote Start Auto Heated Seats This will allow you to select whether When on, this feature will turn the Select the Climate and Air Quality the system will operate at high or heated seats on when using remote menu and the following will be low sensitivity.
Page 188 5-44 Instruments and Controls Auto Rear Defog Easy Exit Driver Seat Reverse Tilt Mirror This will allow you to turn the auto This allows you to turn the easy This allows you to turn the reverse rear defog on or off. exit driver seat feature on or off.
Page 189 Instruments and Controls 5-45 Press the MENU/SELECT knob Vehicle Locator Lights Power Door Locks when Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear is This allows the vehicle locator lights Select Power Door Locks and the highlighted. Turn the knob to select to be turned on or off. following will be displayed: On or Off.
Page 190 5-46 Instruments and Controls Auto Door Unlock Press the MENU/SELECT knob Unlock Feedback (Lights) when Delayed Door Lock is This allows selection of which of the When on, the exterior lamps will highlighted. Turn the knob to select doors will automatically unlock when flash when unlocking the vehicle On or Off.
Page 191 Instruments and Controls 5-47 Door Unlock Options Passive Door Lock Passive Door Unlock This allows selection of which doors If the vehicle has the Remote If the vehicle has the RKE system, will unlock when pressing the unlock Keyless Entry (RKE) system, when this feature allows you to select button on the RKE transmitter.
Page 192: Universal Remote System Universal Remote System
5-48 Instruments and Controls Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder Universal Remote This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control This allows the Remote Left In System transmitters used to activate Vehicle reminder feature to be devices such as garage door turned on or off.
Page 193 Instruments and Controls 5-49 Keep the original hand-held Programming the Universal 2. At the same time, press transmitter for use in other vehicles and hold both the hand-held Remote System as well as for future Universal transmitter button and one For questions or help programming Remote system programming.
Page 194 5-50 Instruments and Controls 3. Press and hold for five seconds It may be helpful to have 6. Immediately return to the the newly trained Universal another person assist with vehicle. Firmly press and hold Remote system button (the the remaining Steps 4 for two seconds the Universal button selected in Step 2) while through 6.
Page 195: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-51 Gate Operator and Canadian If you live in Canada, or you are Universal Remote System having difficulty programming Programming Operation a gate operator or garage door If you have questions or need help opener by using the Programming Using the Universal Remote programming the Universal Remote the Universal Remote System...
Page 196 5-52 Instruments and Controls Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the three Universal Remote system buttons: 1. Press and hold the desired Universal Remote system button. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds.
Page 197 Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-7 Exterior Lamp Controls Cargo Lamp ....6-7 Exterior Lighting Courtesy Lamps .
Page 198: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Lighting It controls the following systems: Headlamp (Parking Lamps): Turns the parking lamps on together with the High/Low-Beam Changer Headlamps following: Taillamps Push the turn signal/lane change Taillamps lever away from you to turn the high Parking Lamps beams on. License Plate Lamps License Plate Lamps Pull the lever toward you to return to...
Page 199: Daytime Running
Lighting Daytime Running When the DRL are on, only the Adaptive Forward low beam headlamps, at a reduced Lamps (DRL) Lighting (AFL) level of brightness, will be on. The high beam headlamps, Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can For vehicles with Xenon taillamps, sidemarker, instrument make it easier for others to see the headlamps, the Adaptive Forward...
Page 200: Twilight Sentinel
Lighting Curve Lighting Twilight Sentinel With Twilight Sentinel the following will happen: The Xenon light beam pivots based on the steering wheel position and When it is dark enough outside, vehicle speed of at least 10 km/h and the exterior lamps control (6 mph).
Page 201: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting If the vehicle is started in a dark Twilight Sentinel also provides Hazard Warning Flashers garage, the automatic headlamp exterior illumination as you leave system comes on immediately. the vehicle. If Twilight Sentinel If it is light outside when the has turned on the lamps when the vehicle leaves the garage, there is ignition is turned off, the lamps...
Page 202: Turn And Lane-Change
Lighting Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane The ignition and the low beam change the arrow flashes rapidly headlamps must be on to turn on Signals or does not come on, a signal bulb the fog lamps. may be burned out.
Page 203: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting Cargo Lamp (Door): The lamp comes on automatically when a door is The cargo lamp is located over the opened. Instrument Panel rear compartment and is controlled (On): Turns the dome lamp on. by the dome lamp. See Dome Illumination Control Lamps on page 6 7.
Page 204: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features Exit Lighting Battery Load Management The headlamps, taillamps, parking Entry Lighting lamps, back up lamps, and license The vehicle has Electric Power plate lamps come on at night, or in Management (EPM) that estimates The headlamps, taillamps, license areas with limited lighting, when a the battery's temperature and state plate lamps, back up lamps, dome...
Page 205 Lighting The battery can be discharged at EPM works to prevent excessive idle if the electrical loads are very discharge of the battery. It does this high. This is true for all vehicles. by balancing the generator's output This is because the generator and the vehicle's electrical needs.
Page 206 6-10 Lighting NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 207 Infotainment System Infotainment Audio Players Introduction CD Player System (Radio with CD) ... . 7-19 Infotainment CD/DVD Player ....7-22 Mass Storage Read the following pages to Media (MEM) .
Page 208: Infotainment System
Infotainment System To minimize taking your eyes off the Contact your dealer Navigation System road while driving, do the following before adding any equipment. For vehicles with a navigation while the vehicle is parked: Adding audio or communication system, see the separate navigation Become familiar with the equipment could interfere with manual.
Page 209: Overview (Radio With Cd)
Infotainment System Overview (Radio with CD) A. VOL/ Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. B. Buttons 1 to 6 Radio: Saves and selects favorite stations. C. TUNE Radio: Manually selects radio stations. CD: Selects tracks. D. FAV Radio: Opens the favorites list.
Page 210 Infotainment System O. PHONE SEEK Opens the phone Radio: Seeks the previous CD: Pauses the CD. main menu. station. K. CD Slot Mutes the audio system. CD: Selects the previous Insert a CD. track or rewinds within a TONE MENU/SELECT track.
Page 211 Infotainment System Overview (Radio with CD/DVD and MEM) A. VOL/ Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. B. Buttons 1 to 6 Radio: Saves and selects favorite stations. MEM: Saves and selects favorite tracks and playlists. C. TUNE/INFO Radio: Manually selects radio stations and shows available information about...
Page 212 Infotainment System D. FAV K. CD/DVD Slot (CD Eject) Radio: Opens the Insert a disc. Removes a disc from the favorites list. CD slot. MENU/SELECT MEM: Opens the H. RADIO/BAND Press: Selects menu items. favorites list. Changes the band while Turn: Open menus, SEEK listening to the radio.
Page 213: Operation
Infotainment System Turning the System On or Off Menu System Controls CD/DVD: Records content VOL/ (Volume/Power): Press to from audio CDs and turn the system on and off. The MENU/SELECT knob and MP3/WMA CDs. the BACK button are used to Automatic Switch Off AUX: Records content navigate the menu system.
Page 214 Infotainment System Selecting a Menu Option Activating a Setting Turning a Function On or Off 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to move the highlighted bar. highlight the setting. highlight the function.
Page 215 Infotainment System Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, Adjusting the Fader and Balance Press the BACK button to delete and Bass 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 216 7-10 Infotainment System 5.1 Surround The infotainment DSP (Digital Signal Processing) System Settings system used in conjunction with Settings ® ® Configuring the Number of the Bose 5.1 Cabin Surround For vehicles with DSP, it is used Favorite Pages sound system for the vehicle to provide a choice of different includes digital 5.1 decoding.
Page 217: Radio
Infotainment System 7-11 Auto Volume Maximum Startup Volume Radio The auto volume feature The maximum volume played when automatically adjusts the radio the radio is first turned on can AM-FM Radio volume to compensate for road be set. Control Buttons and wind noise as the vehicle speeds up or slows down, so that The buttons used to control the...
Page 218 7-12 Infotainment System RDS (Radio Data System) Selecting a Band Seek Tuning (Radio with CD/DVD and MEM) The radio may have RDS. The RDS Press the RADIO/BAND button to feature is available for use only on choose AM, FM, or XM, if equipped. Briefly press SEEK or SEEK,...
Page 219 Infotainment System 7-13 Station Lists 3. Select the programming type. Storing a Station as a Favorite A list of stations that transmit 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob. Stations from all bands can be programming of the selected stored in any order in the favorite 2.
Page 220: Satellite Radio
7-14 Infotainment System Time Shifting (Radio with Satellite Radio Press and release SEEK or CD/DVD and MEM) SEEK to jump forward or back Vehicles with an XM Satellite 30 seconds in the time shift buffer. The radio with MEM time shift Radio tuner and a valid XM Satellite feature can rewind 20 minutes When the radio station is...
Page 221 Infotainment System 7-15 Control Buttons Selecting the XM Band Selecting an XM Channel The buttons used to control the XM Press the RADIO/BAND button to XM channels can be selected by radio are: choose between the AM, FM and using SEEK, SEEK, the XM bands.
Page 222 7-16 Infotainment System Selecting a Channel Using the Storing an XM Channel as a Time Shifting (Radio with TUNE Knob Favorite CD/DVD and MEM) To select an XM channel using the Channels from all bands can be The radio with the MEM time shift TUNE knob: stored in any order in the favorite feature can rewind 20 minutes of...
Page 223 Infotainment System 7-17 Pausing XM with the Vehicle Channel Off Air: This channel is Press and hold SEEK or Turned Off not currently in service. Tune in to SEEK to fast forward or rewind another channel. through the time shift buffer. If XM is paused when the vehicle is turned off, the radio continues to Channel Unauth: This channel is...
Page 224: Radio Reception
7-18 Infotainment System No Information: The system Unknown: If this message is is working properly. No text or received when tuned to channel 0, FM signals only reach about 16 to informational messages are there could be a receiver fault. 65 km (10 to 40 mi).
Page 225: Multi-Band Antenna
Infotainment System 7-19 Satellite Radio Service Audio Players Do not touch the bottom surface of a disc while handling it; this could XM Satellite Radio Service gives damage the surface. Pick up discs CD Player digital radio reception from coast by grasping the outer edges or the to coast in the 48 contiguous United (Radio with CD)
Page 226 7-20 Infotainment System Do not use disc lens cleaners Control Buttons Inserting a CD because they could contaminate the The buttons used to control the CD With the printed side facing up, lens of the disc optics and damage player are: insert a disc into the CD slot until it the CD player.
Page 227 Infotainment System 7-21 Selecting a CD Track Selecting an MP3 Track Tracks can be searched by: Using the control buttons: Using the control buttons: Playlists Artists Press SEEK or SEEK to Press SEEK or SEEK to select the previous or next track. select the previous or next track.
Page 228: Cd/Dvd Player
7-22 Infotainment System CD/DVD Player mixed with water, and clean it. Control Buttons Wipe the disc from the center to The buttons used to control the The CD/DVD player can play the outer edge. CD/DVD player are: CDs, DVD As, MP3/WMA CDs, Care of the CD/DVD Player MP3/WMA DVDs, and DVD Vs.
Page 229 Infotainment System 7-23 Inserting a CD or DVD Selecting CD or DVD A Tracks Playing an MP3 CD or DVD Using the control buttons: With the printed side facing up, Files that are not stored in insert a disc into the slot until it is folders are displayed in the Press SEEK or...
Page 230 7-24 Infotainment System Searching for MP3s on a CD The number of objects in each Playing a DVD V or DVD category is shown in parentheses See Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) after the category. It is normal for the search feature System on page 7 37 for information to take some time to display the To search for tracks:...
Page 231 Infotainment System 7-25 Cursor RIGHT Changing the Audio Stream Mass Storage Cursor LEFT Media (MEM) 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob. Up Menu 2. Select Audio Stream. Infotainment systems with MEM Use the following actions to storage are able to record up to 3.
Page 232 7-26 Infotainment System INFO: Press to display additional Recording to MEM Stopping the Recording information about the MEM track Press REC, then select Record Press the REC button while that may be available. Turn to select Current Song or Record All Songs recording from an audio CD to tracks.
Page 233 Infotainment System 7-27 Recording from MP3/WMA Stopping the Recording Playing from MEM Discs or USB Storage Devices Press the REC button while Playing Back a Previously Recorded CD USB Host Support recording from an MP3/WMA CD or USB storage device to display Turn the TUNE knob to select a The USB connector uses the USB the stop recording option.
Page 234 7-28 Infotainment System To search for tracks: To remove MEM favorites Album: Saves the album categories: associated with the currently playing 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob. track in the indicated favorites 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Search. position. 2.
Page 235: (Radio With Cd)
Infotainment System 7-29 Auxiliary Devices 3.5 mm Auxiliary Input Jack Not all iPods, PFDs, USB Drives, and Zunes are compatible with the (Radio with CD) Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to infotainment system. the 3.5 mm auxiliary input jack to The optional AUX input allows use a portable audio player.
Page 236 7-30 Infotainment System To search for tracks: Repeat Searching for a Track 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob and Tracks can be searched for by: set Repeat to On or Off, then press 2. Select Search. Playlists the BACK button to return to the 3.
Page 237 Infotainment System 7-31 Shuffle Functionality Connecting and Controlling a Files that do not have any meta data stored in the ID3 tag display USB Drive Turn the MENU/SELECT knob and as Unknown. set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On The infotainment system can only or Off.
Page 238 7-32 Infotainment System ® Shuffle Functionality Connecting a Bluetooth Pairing Information: Device Turn the MENU/SELECT knob and Up to five devices can be paired set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On to the system. Before a Bluetooth device can or Off. be connected to the infotainment The pairing process is disabled system, it must first be paired to the...
Page 239 Infotainment System 7-33 Bluetooth Setup Menu To select the Bluetooth Music Setup 4. Some devices may require menu when a Bluetooth device is a Personal Identification The Bluetooth Setup menu can be connected and active: Number (PIN) in order to accessed with or without a device complete the pairing process.
Page 240 7-34 Infotainment System ® To connect a paired device when Changing the Default PIN Controlling a Bluetooth another device is connected to the Device To change the default PIN: infotainment system: Bluetooth devices that support 1. Select Change Default PIN 1.
Page 241: Auxiliary Devices (Radio With Cd/Dvd And Mem)
Infotainment System 7-35 Auxiliary Devices (Radio 3.5 mm Auxiliary Input Jack Connecting and Controlling ® an iPod with CD/DVD and MEM) Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to the 3.5 mm auxiliary input jack to Not all iPods can be controlled by The optional AUX input allows use a portable audio player.
Page 242 7-36 Infotainment System Searching for a Track Connecting and Controlling a Selecting a Track USB Drive Tracks can be searched for by: Using the control buttons: Files that are not stored in Playlists Press SEEK or SEEK to folders are displayed in the select the previous or next track.
Page 243: Rear Seat Entertainment
Infotainment System 7-37 Tracks can be searched by: Rear Seat Before Driving Playlists Infotainment The RSE is for rear seat passengers only. The driver Artists cannot safely view the video Rear Seat Entertainment Albums screen while driving. (RSE) System Song Titles In severe or extreme weather conditions the RSE system may not The vehicle may have a DVD Rear...
Page 244 7-38 Infotainment System Insert a DVD video disc. Global Off Headphones Press the Remote Control power Depending on the infotainment button. system, the RSE system may have a Global Off feature. Press the MEM/CD/AUX button The Global Off feature disables or the button when a DVD all RSE system features.
Page 245 Infotainment System 7-39 RSE includes two 2-channel Infrared transmitters are on the Do not store the wireless headphones. Channel 1 top of the left seatback video headphones in heat or direct is dedicated to the DVD player, screen. The headphones shut off sunlight.
Page 246 7-40 Infotainment System Battery Replacement Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks Changing the Source on the Video Display Screens To change the batteries: The A/V jacks may be located The image from the auxiliary device on the rear of the floor console. 1. Loosen the screw to the battery can be switched between the video They allow audio or video cables door located on the left side of...
Page 247 Infotainment System 7-41 3. Press the AUX button a third Audio Output Audio can be heard from the wired time to change the left video headphone jacks on the RSA Audio from the DVD player or screen source to the auxiliary system by selecting the desired auxiliary inputs can be heard device and the right video...
Page 248 7-42 Infotainment System Video Screens Push the video screen down into its Video Screen Input Jack locked position when it is not in use. The video screens are located Each video screen is equipped The screen turns off automatically. in the back of the driver and front with a video input jack to allow Only the left RSE seatback console passenger seats.
Page 249 Infotainment System 7-43 Remote Control See Battery Replacement later in Remote Control Buttons this section. Objects blocking the (Power): Press to turn the video line of sight could also affect the screens on and off. function of the remote control. (Illumination): Press to turn If a CD, DVD, or MP3 disc is in the the remote control backlight on.
Page 250 7-44 Infotainment System (Display Menu): Press to (Previous Track/Chapter): (Fast Forward): Press to fast adjust the brightness and screen Press to go to the start of the forward the DVD or CD. To stop fast display mode, and display the current track or chapter.
Page 251 Infotainment System 7-45 The AUX button also controls the Battery Replacement (Clear) (If Available): Press source display between the left and this button within three seconds To change the remote control right video screens as described in after inputting a numeric selection, batteries: the table below: to clear all numeric inputs.
Page 252 7-46 Infotainment System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem Recommended Action No power. The ignition might not be turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. The picture does not fill the screen. There are black Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by borders on the top and bottom or on both sides or it pressing the display menu button on the remote control.
Page 253 Infotainment System 7-47 Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont.) Problem Recommended Action The auxiliary source is running but there is no picture or Check that the RSE video screen is in the auxiliary sound. source mode by pressing the AUX button on the remote control.
Page 254: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
7-48 Infotainment System DVD Display Error Messages DVD Distortion Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System The DVD display error message Video distortion can occur when depends on which radio the vehicle operating cellular phones, scanners, Vehicles with this feature allow has. The video screen may display CB radios, Global Position Systems the rear seat passengers to listen one of the following:...
Page 255 Infotainment System 7-49 To listen to a portable audio SRCE (Source): Press to select While listening to a disc, press device through the RSA, attach between the radio, CD, and if these go to the next track or chapter on the portable audio device to either features are available: DVD, front the disc.
Page 256: Bluetooth (Overview)
7-50 Infotainment System Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. When a CD or DVD audio disc is Phone The system may not work with playing, press PROG to go to the all cell phones. See Pairing a beginning of the disc or display disc Bluetooth (Overview) Phone in this section for more info.
Page 257 Infotainment System 7-51 Vehicles with a Bluetooth system Audio System (End Call/Mute): Press to can use a Bluetooth capable cell end a call, reject a call, or cancel When using the Bluetooth system, phone with a Hands Free Profile an operation. sound comes through the vehicle's to make and receive phone calls.
Page 258: Controls)
7-52 Infotainment System Bluetooth (Infotainment The pairing process can be started Pairing a Phone by using the voice recognition Controls) 1. Press the CONFIG button. system or the controls on the 2. Select Phone Settings. infotainment system. For information about how to navigate the menu system using the 3.
Page 259 Infotainment System 7-53 7. The system responds with Linking to a Different Phone Making a Call Using <Phone name> has been Phone Book To link to a different phone, the new successfully paired after the phone must be in the vehicle and For cell phones that support the pairing process is complete.
Page 260 7-54 Infotainment System Radio with CD Radio with CD/DVD and MEM Making a Call To make a call using the Phone > 1. Press the button. Radio with CD Book menu: > 2. Select Phone Book. 1. Press the button twice. >...
Page 261 Infotainment System 7-55 Accepting or Declining a Call Accepting a Call To start a conference while in a current call: Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to When an incoming call is received, Answer and press the MENU/ 1. Turn or press the the infotainment system mutes and SELECT knob to accept the call.
Page 262: Recognition)
7-56 Infotainment System Ending a Call Bluetooth (Voice Pairing Recognition) Turn or press the MENU/SELECT A Bluetooth cell phone must be knob and select Hang Up. paired to the Bluetooth system and Using Voice Recognition then connected to the vehicle before Muting a Call it can be used.
Page 263 Infotainment System 7-57 Only one paired cell phone can 4. Start the pairing process on the Listing All Paired and Connected be connected to the Bluetooth cell phone that you want to pair. Phones system at a time. For help with this process, see The system can list all cell phones your cell phone manufacturer's If multiple paired cell phones...
Page 264 7-58 Infotainment System Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, 1. Press . For vehicles with a the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to navigation system, say Hands next available cell phone in the 30 phone numbers as name tags...
Page 265 Infotainment System 7-59 3. Say each digit, one at a time, Using the Delete All Name Tags Making a Call Command that you want to store. After Calls can be made using the each digit is entered, the system This command deletes all stored following commands.
Page 266 7-60 Infotainment System Using the Digit Dial Command Once connected, the person called Call Waiting will be heard through the audio The digit dial command allows a Call waiting must be supported on speakers. phone number to be dialed by the cell phone and enabled by the entering the digits one at a time.
Page 267 Infotainment System 7-61 Three Way Calling Muting a Call To Transfer Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone Three way calling must be During a call, all sounds from inside During a call with the audio in the supported on the cell phone and the vehicle can be muted so that the vehicle:...
Page 268 7-62 Infotainment System Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System (DTMF) Tones Voice pass thru allows access to Unless information is deleted out the voice recognition commands on of the in vehicle Bluetooth system, The Bluetooth system can send the cell phone.
Page 269: Air Vents
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with Dual Automatic Climate Control this system. System ..... . 8-1 Rear Climate Control System .
Page 270 Climate Controls Automatic Operation (Driver and Passenger (Air Delivery Mode Control): Temperature Controls): The Press to change the direction of the The system automatically controls temperature can be adjusted airflow. The current mode appears the fan speed, air delivery, air separately for the driver and the in the display screen.
Page 271 Climate Controls Auto Defog: The climate control (Defog): Clears the windows of (Recirculation): Press to turn system may have a sensor to fog or moisture. Air is directed to the on recirculation. An indicator light automatically detect high humidity windshield and floor outlets. comes on.
Page 272 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger The heated outside rearview mirrors Remote Start Climate Control turn on when the rear window Operation: For vehicles with the (Rear Window Defogger): defogger button is on and help to remote vehicle start feature, the Press to turn the rear window clear fog or frost from the surface climate control system may run...
Page 273: Rear Climate Control System
Climate Controls Rear Climate Control System Press the ZONE button on the front climate control system to turn off For vehicles with the rear heat and air conditioning controls, they are the rear blower and match the rear integrated with the rear seat audio controls located in the center console. settings to the front.
Page 274: Air Vents
Climate Controls Automatic Operation Air Vents Maintenance AUTO: Press until the AUTO Move the sliding knob on the air Passenger Compartment setting is selected to control the rear outlets up and down or left and temperature, air delivery, and fan Air Filter right to direct the airflow.
Page 275 Climate Controls 4. Release the two latches holding 5. Remove the old air filter. the service door. Lower the 6. Install the new air filter. service door. 7. Close the service door and latches. 8. Reinstall the upper portion of the glove box.
Page 276 Climate Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 277: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems Power (RAP) ....9-22 Traction Control Operating Shifting Into Park ... . 9-23 System (TCS) .
Page 278: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Towing Driving Information WARNING (Continued) General Towing Information ....9-54 Defensive Driving Driver distraction can cause Driving Characteristics and collisions resulting in injury or Towing Tips .
Page 279: Control Of A Vehicle
Driving and Operating Death and injury associated with For persons under 21, it is against Control of a Vehicle drinking and driving is a global the law in every U.S. state to drink The following three systems tragedy. alcohol. There are good medical, help to control the vehicle while psychological, and developmental Alcohol affects four things that...
Page 280: Braking
Driving and Operating Braking And, of course, actual stopping If the engine ever stops while distances vary greatly with the the vehicle is being driven, brake See Brake System Warning Light on surface of the road, whether it is normally but do not pump the page 5 22.
Page 281: Steering
Driving and Operating Steering Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering Power Steering can be more effective than braking. If power steering assist is lost For example, you come over a hill because the engine stops or the and find a truck stopped in your power steering system is not lane, or a car suddenly pulls out functioning, the vehicle can be...
Page 282: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery so that the vehicle straddles the Skidding edge of the pavement. Turn the In a skid, a driver can lose control of The vehicle's right wheels can drop steering wheel 8 to 13 cm (3 to the vehicle.
Page 283: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Of course, traction is reduced when Driving on Wet Roads WARNING (Continued) water, snow, ice, gravel, or other Rain and wet roads can reduce material is on the road. For safety, After driving through a large vehicle traction and affect your slow down and adjust your driving puddle of water or a car/vehicle ability to stop and accelerate.
Page 284: Highway Hypnosis
Driving and Operating Keep the windshield washer fluid Hydroplaning Hill and Mountain Roads reservoir filled. Hydroplaning is dangerous. Driving on steep hills or through Have good tires with proper Water can build up under the mountains is different than driving tread depth.
Page 285: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Pay attention to special road Try not to break the fragile traction. WARNING signs (falling rocks area, winding If you accelerate too fast, the drive roads, long grades, passing or wheels will spin and polish the Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) no-passing zones) and take surface under the tires even more.
Page 286 9-10 Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: For more information about the vehicle unless there is help carbon monoxide, see Engine Clear away snow from around nearby.
Page 287: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating 9-11 To save fuel, run the engine for only If the Vehicle is Stuck Rocking the Vehicle to Get short periods as needed to warm it Out Slowly and cautiously spin the the vehicle and then shut the engine Turn the steering wheel left and wheels to free the vehicle when off and close the window most of...
Page 288: Vehicle Load Limits
9-12 Driving and Operating Vehicle Load Limits Tire and Loading Information WARNING Label It is very important to know Do not load the vehicle how much weight the vehicle any heavier than the can carry. This weight is called Gross Vehicle Weight the vehicle capacity weight Rating (GVWR), or either the and includes the weight of...
Page 289 Driving and Operating 9-13 The Tire and Loading Steps for Determining Correct The resulting figure equals Information label shows the Load Limit the available amount of cargo number of occupant seating and luggage load capacity. Locate the statement positions (A), and the maximum For example, if the XXX The combined weight of vehicle capacity weight (B) in...
Page 290 9-14 Driving and Operating If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. See Trailer Towing on page 9 58 for important information on towing a trailer, towing safety...
Page 291 Driving and Operating 9-15 Refer to the vehicle's Tire and The label shows the size of the Loading Information label for vehicle's original tires and the specific information about the inflation pressures needed to vehicle's capacity weight and obtain the gross weight capacity seating positions.
Page 292 9-16 Driving and Operating If the vehicle is carrying a heavy Your warranty does not cover If you put things inside your load, it should be spread out. parts or components that fail vehicle like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything See Steps for Determining because of overloading.
Page 293: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-17 Starting and above 110 km/h (68 mph) WARNING (Continued) should be limited to Operating five minutes per use. Never stack heavier Avoid making hard stops things, like suitcases, New Vehicle Break-In for the first 322 km (200 mi) inside the vehicle so that or so.
Page 294: Adjustable Throttle And Brake
9-18 Driving and Operating Adjustable Throttle and Adjust the throttle and brake pedals Pressing the button cycles it through while the vehicle is in P (Park) three modes, ACC/ACCESSORY, Brake Pedal without pressing on the pedals. ON/RUN/START and STOPPING The pedals cannot be adjusted THE ENGINE/OFF.
Page 295 Driving and Operating 9-19 If the vehicle is in P (Park), the In an emergency, if the vehicle must 4. Set the parking brake. ignition will turn off, and Retained be shut off while driving: See Parking Brake on Accessory Power (RAP) will remain page 9 31.
Page 296: Starting The Gasoline
9-20 Driving and Operating ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber LED Starting the Gasoline To start the vehicle: Light): This mode allows you to Engine Starting Procedure use some electrical accessories 1. With the brake pedal applied, when the engine is off. Place the transmission in the proper press the START button gear by moving the shift lever to With the ignition off, pressing the...
Page 297 Driving and Operating 9-21 See Remote Keyless Entry Notice: Cranking the engine for been initiated, the engine continues (RKE) System Operation on long periods of time, by pressing cranking for a few seconds or until page 2 4 for more information. the START button immediately the vehicle starts.
Page 298: Engine Heater
9-22 Driving and Operating Engine Heater The length of time the heater should WARNING remain plugged in depends on The engine coolant heater, several factors. Ask a dealer in the Plugging the cord into an if available, can help in cold weather area where you will be parking the ungrounded outlet could cause conditions at or below 18°C (0°F)
Page 299: Shifting Into Park
Driving and Operating 9-23 Shifting Into Park Leaving the Vehicle with the pulling it toward you. If you can, it means that the shift lever was not Engine Running fully locked into P (Park). WARNING WARNING Torque Lock It can be dangerous to get out of Torque lock is when the weight It can be dangerous to leave the the vehicle if the shift lever is not...
Page 300: Shifting Out Of Park
9-24 Driving and Operating Shifting Out of Park If you still are unable to shift out of Engine Exhaust P (Park): This vehicle is equipped with an 1. Fully release the shift lever electronic shift lock release system. WARNING button. The shift lock release is designed to Engine exhaust contains carbon prevent movement of the shift lever...
Page 301: Running The Vehicle While Parked
Driving and Operating 9-25 Running the Vehicle WARNING (Continued) WARNING While Parked There are holes or openings It can be dangerous to get out It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from of the vehicle if the automatic engine running.
Page 302: Automatic Transmission
9-26 Driving and Operating Automatic Make sure the shift lever is fully WARNING in P (Park) before starting the Transmission engine. The vehicle has an It is dangerous to get out of the automatic transmission shift lock The shift lever is located on the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully control system.
Page 303 Driving and Operating 9-27 Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) D (Drive): This position is for WARNING while the vehicle is moving normal driving. It provides the best forward could damage the fuel economy. If you need more Shifting into a drive gear while the transmission.
Page 304: Manual Mode
9-28 Driving and Operating Manual Mode SPORT MODE ON will be 3. To return to Sport Mode from displayed in the DIC. See Ride M (Manual Mode), press and Driver Shift Control (DSC) Control System Messages on briefly hold the shift lever page 5 39.
Page 305: Fuel Economy Mode
Driving and Operating 9-29 The transmission will only allow Fuel Economy Mode in the instrument cluster will come you to shift into gears appropriate on. See Fuel Economy Light on The vehicle may have a fuel for the vehicle speed and engine page 5 27.
Page 306: All-Wheel Drive
9-30 Driving and Operating Drive Systems Brakes All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake System (ABS) Vehicles with this feature always send engine power to all four This vehicle has the Antilock wheels. It is fully automatic, and If there is a problem with ABS, this Brake System (ABS), an advanced adjusts itself as needed for road warning light stays on.
Page 307: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-31 ABS can change the brake pressure Using ABS Parking Brake to each wheel, as required, faster Do not pump the brakes. Just hold than any driver could. This can help the brake pedal down firmly and let the driver steer around the obstacle ABS work.
Page 308 9-32 Driving and Operating The system has a parking brake you need to have the vehicle If this light flashes continuously, status light and a parking brake serviced. Do not drive the vehicle release the EPB, and attempt to warning light. See Brake System if the parking brake status light is apply it again.
Page 309: Brake Assist
Driving and Operating 9-33 EPB Release Notice: Driving with the parking Brake Assist brake on can overheat the brake To release the EPB, place the This vehicle has a brake assist system and cause premature ignition in the ON/RUN position, feature designed to assist the wear or damage to brake system apply and hold the brake pedal,...
Page 310: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
9-34 Driving and Operating Hill Start Assist (HSA) Ride Control Systems TCS is on whenever the vehicle is started. To limit wheel spin, This vehicle has a Hill Start especially in slippery road Traction Control Assist (HSA) feature, which conditions, the system should may be useful when the vehicle is System (TCS) always be left on.
Page 311 Driving and Operating 9-35 Notice: Do not repeatedly brake When TCS is turned off on AWD or accelerate heavily when TCS is vehicles, the system may still make off. The vehicle's driveline could noise. This is normal and necessary be damaged. with AWD hardware.
Page 312: System
9-36 Driving and Operating ® StabiliTrak System If there is a problem detected with StabiliTrak, SERVICE The vehicle has a vehicle stability STABILITRAK is displayed on enhancement system called the Driver Information Center (DIC) StabiliTrak. It is an advanced will stay on. See Vehicle computer controlled system that Messages on page 5 34.
Page 313: Limited-Slip Rear Axle
Driving and Operating 9-37 Limited-Slip Rear Axle To switch from TOUR to SPORT mode, move the shift lever to the Vehicles with a limited-slip rear left while the transmission is in axle can give more traction on D (Drive). snow, mud, ice, sand, or gravel. TOUR: Use for normal city and When traction is low, this feature highway driving.
Page 314: Cruise Control
9-38 Driving and Operating ® Cruise Control If the vehicle has the StabiliTrak + RES (Resume/Accelerate): system and begins to limit wheel Press briefly to make the vehicle spin while using cruise control, resume to a previously set speed WARNING the cruise control automatically or press and hold to accelerate.
Page 315 Driving and Operating 9-39 To slow down in small amounts, The cruise control light on the Increasing Speed While Cruise press the SET button on the Control is at a Set Speed instrument panel cluster comes on steering wheel briefly. Each time after the cruise control has been If the cruise control system is this is done, the vehicle goes...
Page 316: Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist
9-40 Driving and Operating Ending Cruise Control Object Detection WARNING There are three ways to end cruise Systems control: The Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) system Step lightly on the brake pedal. Ultrasonic Parking Assist does not replace driver vision. Press the button on the For vehicles with the Ultrasonic...
Page 317 Driving and Operating 9-41 How the System Works High-toned beeps heard from Front Display the front speakers are for objects When the vehicle is shifted into detected near the front bumper. R (Reverse) the front and rear Low-toned beeps heard from the sensors are automatically turned rear speakers are for objects on.
Page 318 9-42 Driving and Operating A trailer was attached to The following describes how the UFRPA front display lights appear as the the vehicle, or an object was vehicle gets closer to a detected object: hanging out of the liftgate during Description Metric English...
Page 319: Rear Vision
Driving and Operating 9-43 Rear Vision Vehicles Without a Navigation WARNING (Continued) System Camera (RVC) Do not back the vehicle by only When the vehicle is on and the The vehicle may have a Rear Vision looking at the RVC screen, or use driver shifts into R (Reverse), the Camera (RVC) system.
Page 320 9-44 Driving and Operating Vehicles With a Navigation Turning the Rear Vision Camera Symbols System On or Off System The navigation system may To turn the rear vision camera have a feature that lets the driver An image appears on the navigation system on or off: view symbols on the navigation screen with the message Check...
Page 321 Driving and Operating 9-45 To turn the symbols on or off: To turn the guidelines on or off: Rear Vision Camera Location 1. Shift into P (Park). 1. Shift into P (Park). 2. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Press the CONFIG button. 3.
Page 322 9-46 Driving and Operating It does not display objects that are When the System Does Not close to either corner or under the Seem to Work Properly bumper and can vary depending The rear vision camera system may on vehicle orientation or road not work properly or display a clear conditions.
Page 323: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-47 Fuel The VIN is at the top left of the instrument panel. See Vehicle Use of the recommended fuel Identification Number (VIN) on is an important part of the proper page 12 1. maintenance of this vehicle. To help Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge keep the engine clean and maintain and a yellow fuel cap can use either...
Page 324: Recommended Fuel
9-48 Driving and Operating Recommended Fuel If the vehicle has the 2.8L V6 engine Gasoline Specifications (VIN Code 6), use premium (U.S. and Canada Only) If the vehicle has the 3.0L V6 engine unleaded gasoline with a posted (VIN Code Y), use regular unleaded octane rating of 91 or higher.
Page 325: California Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-49 California Fuel Fuels in Foreign However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of Requirements Countries additive required to meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency If the vehicle is certified to meet Never use leaded gasoline or any regulations.
Page 326: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
9-50 Driving and Operating For customers who do not use Notice: This vehicle was not Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline designed for fuel that contains Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge regularly, one bottle of GM Fuel methanol.
Page 327 Driving and Operating 9-51 At a minimum, E85 should meet and heater efficiency below 0°C Notice: Some additives are not ASTM Specification D 5798. (32°F), the fuel mix in the fuel tank compatible with E85 fuel and can By definition, this means that fuel should contain no more than 70% harm the vehicle's fuel system.
Page 328: Filling The Tank
9-52 Driving and Operating Filling the Tank Lamp could turn on. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 19. WARNING WARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. Fuel can spray out on you if you To help avoid injuries to you and open the fuel cap too quickly.
Page 329: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-53 The diagnostic system can Filling a Portable Fuel WARNING (Continued) determine if the fuel cap has been Container left off or improperly installed. This Bring the fill nozzle in contact would allow fuel to evaporate into with the inside of the fill WARNING the atmosphere.
Page 330: Towing
9-54 Driving and Operating For maximum vehicle and trailer Towing Driving Characteristics weights, see Trailer Towing. and Towing Tips For information on equipment General Towing to tow a trailer, see Towing Information WARNING Equipment. Only use towing equipment that For information on towing a disabled The driver can lose control when has been designed for the vehicle.
Page 331 Driving and Operating 9-55 The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). The vehicle can tow a trailer when Pulling a Trailer Use a lower gear if the equipped with the proper trailer Here are some important points: transmission shifts too often. towing equipment.
Page 332 9-56 Driving and Operating Driving with a Trailer Towing with a Stability Control Backing Up System Towing a trailer requires experience. Hold the bottom of the steering Get familiar with handling and wheel with one hand. To move the When towing, the sound of the braking with the added trailer trailer to the left, move that hand stability control system might be...
Page 333 Driving and Operating 9-57 Turn Signals When Towing a The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). Parking on Hills Use a lower gear if the transmission Trailer shifts too often. WARNING The turn signal indicators on the When towing at high altitude on instrument panel flash whenever Parking the vehicle on a hill steep uphill grades, engine coolant...
Page 334: Trailer Towing
9-58 Driving and Operating 4. Reapply the brake pedal. transmission fluid, engine oil, axle Weight of the Trailer Then apply the parking brake lubricant, belts, cooling system and How heavy can a trailer safely be? and shift into P (Park). brake system.
Page 335 Driving and Operating 9-59 Maximum Trailer Maximum Tongue Vehicle Weight GCWR* Weight 2.8L Engine, AWD 1 588 kg (3,500 lbs) 3 725 kg (8,212 lbs) 159 kg (350 lbs) 3.0L Engine, FWD without Trailering 1 134 kg (2,500 lbs) 3 185 kg (7,022 lbs) 113 kg (250 lbs) Package 3.0L Engine, FWD with Trailering Package...
Page 336 9-60 Driving and Operating See Vehicle Load Limits on After loading the trailer, weigh Total Weight on the Vehicle's page 9 12 for more information the trailer and then the tongue, Tires about the vehicle's maximum load separately, to see if the weights are Be sure the vehicle's tires are capacity.
Page 337: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating 9-61 Towing Equipment Hitch Cover To reinstall the hitch cover: 1. Hold the cover at a 45 degree Hitches angle to the vehicle and push It is important to have the correct the upper tabs in the hitch cover hitch equipment.
Page 338: Conversions And Add-Ons
9-62 Driving and Operating Trailer Brakes Trailer Sway Conversions and Control (TSC) A loaded trailer that weighs more Add-Ons than 450 kg (1,000 lbs) needs to The vehicle has a Trailer Sway have its own brake system that is Add-On Electrical Control (TSC) feature as part of the adequate for the weight of the StabiliTrak system.
Page 339: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Cooling System ... . 10-19 Bulb Replacement Engine Coolant ... . . 10-20 Bulb Replacement ..10-38 Engine Overheating .
Page 340 10-2 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Wheel Alignment and Tire General Information Balance ....10-78 Tires ......10-56 For service and parts needs, Wheel Replacement .
Page 341: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition California Perchlorate Accessories and 65 Warning Materials Requirements Modifications Most motor vehicles, including this Certain types of automotive Adding non dealer accessories one, contain and/or emit chemicals applications, such as airbag or making modifications to known to the State of California to initiators, seat belt pretensioners, the vehicle can affect vehicle...
Page 342: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care Damage to vehicle components Vehicle Checks WARNING (Continued) resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non GM Doing Your Own Be sure to use the proper certified parts, including control nuts, bolts, and other Service Work module or software modifications, fasteners.
Page 343: Hood
Vehicle Care 10-5 This vehicle has an airbag system. Hood Before attempting to do your own To open the hood: service work, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3 43. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed.
Page 344 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2.8 L V6 Engine I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 345 Vehicle Care 10-7 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on G. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and page 10 16. Pressure Cap. See Engine Coolant on page 10 20. B. Power Steering Reservoir and Cap. See Power Steering Fluid H. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. on page 10 26.
Page 346 10-8 Vehicle Care 3.0 L V6 Engine I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 347 Vehicle Care 10-9 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Transmission Fluid Cap Remote Positive (+) Terminal. page 10 16. and Dipstick (Out of View). See Jump Starting on See Automatic Transmission page 10 96. B. Power Steering Reservoir and Fluid on page 10 16. Cap (Under Engine Cover).
Page 348: Engine Cover
10-10 Vehicle Care Engine Cover To remove: Engine Oil 1. Remove the oil fill cap (A). To ensure proper engine performance and long life, 2. Remove the engine cover careful attention must be paid to bolt (B). engine oil. Following these simple, 3.
Page 349 Vehicle Care 10-11 Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the It is a good idea to check the If the oil is below the cross-hatched engine oil fill cap. engine oil level at each fuel fill.
Page 350 10-12 Vehicle Care not available at an oil change or Notice: Use only engine oil for maintaining proper oil level, that is approved to the dexos you may use substitute engine oil specification or an equivalent displaying the API Starburst symbol engine oil of the appropriate and of SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade.
Page 351 Vehicle Care 10-13 Extensive use of oils that do not Cold Temperature Operation: In meet the dexos specification, an area of extreme cold, where however, may result in reduced the temperature falls below performance or engine damage 29°C ( 20°F), an SAE 0W-30 under certain circumstances.
Page 352: Engine Oil Life System
10-14 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Additives/Engine What to Do with Used Oil Engine Oil Life System Oil Flushes Used engine oil contains certain When to Change Engine Oil elements that can be unhealthy for Do not add anything to the oil. This vehicle has a computer system your skin and could even cause The recommended oils with the...
Page 353 Vehicle Care 10-15 It is possible that, if driving under How to Reset the Engine Oil The oil life system can also be reset the best conditions, the oil life as follows: Life System system might indicate that an oil 1.
Page 354: Automatic Transmission
10-16 Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission There is a special procedure Engine Air Cleaner/Filter for checking and changing the Fluid See Engine Compartment Overview transmission fluid. Because this on page 10 6 for the location of the procedure is difficult, you should How to Check Automatic engine air cleaner/filter.
Page 355 Vehicle Care 10-17 How to Inspect the Engine Air 3.0 L V6 Shown, 2.8 L V6 Similar 5. Lift the retaining clips (C) on the air filter housing. Cleaner/Filter 6. Turn and tilt cover slightly To inspect the air cleaner/filter, upwards and slide cover away remove the filter from the vehicle from outside edge of vehicle.
Page 356 10-18 Vehicle Care 7. To install the air filter, place filter 9. Retighten the air duct clamp. Notice: If the air cleaner/filter is inside box where the pleats fit in off, dirt can easily get into the 10. Reconnect the electrical between the tabs located inside engine, which could damage it.
Page 357: Cooling System
Vehicle Care 10-19 Cooling System The coolant level should be WARNING between the MIN and MAX lines. When it is safe to lift the hood: If it is not, the vehicle may have a An electric engine cooling fan leak at the radiator hoses, heater under the hood can start up hoses, radiator, water pump, even when the engine is not...
Page 358: Engine Coolant
10-20 Vehicle Care If there seems to be no leak, Engine Coolant What to Use with the engine on, check to The cooling system in the vehicle see if the electric engine cooling WARNING ® is filled with DEX-COOL engine fan is running.
Page 359 Vehicle Care 10-21 Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Notice: If an improper coolant Checking Coolant drinkable water and DEX-COOL mixture is used, the engine could The vehicle must be on a level coolant. If using this mixture, overheat and be badly damaged. surface when checking the coolant nothing else needs to be added.
Page 360 10-22 Vehicle Care How to Add Coolant to the WARNING WARNING Coolant Surge Tank Notice: This vehicle has a Steam and scalding liquids from a Adding only plain water or some specific coolant fill procedure. hot cooling system can blow out other liquid to the cooling system Failure to follow this procedure and burn you badly.
Page 361 Vehicle Care 10-23 Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. WARNING You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts 2.8 L V6 Engine...
Page 362: Engine Overheating
10-24 Vehicle Care 2. Then keep turning the pressure Check the level in the coolant surge If the decision is made to lift the cap slowly and remove it. tank when the cooling system has hood, make sure the vehicle is cooled down.
Page 363 Vehicle Care 10-25 If Steam Is Coming from the If No Steam Is Coming from 3. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in N (Neutral) while stopped. Engine Compartment the Engine Compartment If it is safe to do so, pull off If an engine overheat warning is the road, shift to P (Park) WARNING...
Page 364: Power Steering Fluid
10-26 Vehicle Care Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering What to Use Fluid To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Recommended Fluids and To check the power steering fluid: Lubricants on page 11 7. Always 1. Turn the engine off and let the use the proper fluid.
Page 365: Brakes
Vehicle Care 10-27 Do not mix water with Adding Washer Fluid Brakes ready-to-use washer fluid. The WASHER FLUID LOW ADD This vehicle has disc brakes. Water can cause the solution FLUID message appears on the to freeze and damage the Disc brake pads have built-in wear Driver Information Center (DIC) indicators that make a high-pitched...
Page 366: Brake Fluid
10-28 Vehicle Care Some driving conditions or climates Brake Adjustment Brake Fluid can cause a brake squeal when Every time the brakes are applied, the brakes are first applied or with or without the vehicle moving, lightly applied. This does not mean the brakes adjust for wear.
Page 367 Vehicle Care 10-29 Do not top off the brake fluid. What to Add Notice Adding fluid does not correct a leak. Use only new DOT 3 brake Using the wrong fluid If fluid is added when the linings fluid from a sealed container. can badly damage brake are worn, there will be too much See Recommended Fluids and...
Page 368: Battery
10-30 Vehicle Care Battery Vehicle Storage All-Wheel Drive Refer to the replacement number Transfer Case WARNING shown on the original battery label When to Check and Change when a new battery is needed. Batteries have acid that can burn Lubricant See Engine Compartment Overview you and gas that can explode.
Page 369: Starter Switch Check
Vehicle Care 10-31 Starter Switch Check 3. Try to start the engine in each 2. Firmly apply the parking gear. The vehicle should start brake. See Parking Brake on only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). page 9 31. WARNING If the vehicle starts in any other Be ready to apply the regular position, contact your dealer for...
Page 370: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check
10-32 Vehicle Care Ignition Transmission Park Brake and P (Park) Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Lock Check Mechanism Check your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. While parked, and with the parking WARNING brake set, try to turn the ignition To check the parking brake's...
Page 371: Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-33 Wiper Blade Replacement Front Wiper Blade 3. Remove the wiper blade. Replacement 4. Reverse steps 1 through 3 for Windshield wiper blades should wiper blade replacement. To replace the wiper blade be inspected for wear or cracking. assembly: See Scheduled Maintenance on Rear Wiper Blade Replacement...
Page 372: Headlamp Aiming
10-34 Vehicle Care 3. Remove the cover. 2. Push the release lever (B) to Headlamp Aiming disengage the hook and push 4. After wiper blade replacement, The headlamp aiming system has the wiper arm (A) out of the ensure that cover hook slides been preset at the factory.
Page 373 Vehicle Care 10-35 The vehicle should be properly Headlamp aiming is done with the prepared as follows: vehicle's low-beam headlamps. The high-beam headlamps will be The vehicle should be placed so correctly aimed if the low-beam the headlamps are 7.6 m (25 ft) headlamps are aimed properly.
Page 374 10-36 Vehicle Care Notice: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build-up which may cause damage to the headlamp. 6. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in 4.
Page 375 Vehicle Care 10-37 8. For the base vehicle, turn the vertical adjuster (V1) until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the angle of the beam. For the up-level vehicle, turn the vertical adjusters (V1 and V2) 9.
Page 376: Bulb Replacement
10-38 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) Lighting For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on WARNING page 10 47. For any bulb changing procedure The low beam high intensity not listed in this section, contact discharge lighting system your dealer.
Page 377 Vehicle Care 10-39 Base Headlamp Assembly Up Level Headlamp Assembly Up Level Headlamp Assembly (Rear View Passenger Side) (Front View Driver Side) (Rear View Driver Side) A. Low Beam Headlamp/Daytime A. High/Low Beam Headlamp A. High/Low Beam Headlamp Running Lamp (DRL) (To be replaced at dealer only) (To be replaced at dealer only) B.
Page 378 10-40 Vehicle Care Driver Side The removal of the underhood electrical center is required for the replacement of one of these bulbs: 1. Open the hood. See Hood on page 10 5. WARNING Liquids from environment or spillage and/or tools placed on top of or used in the underhood A.
Page 379 Vehicle Care 10-41 5. Lift the three retaining clips (D) Low-Beam Headlamps/ on the air filter housing. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), High-Beam 6. Turn and tilt cover slightly Headlamps (Base) upwards and slide cover away from outside edge of vehicle. Lift the cover away from base.
Page 380 10-42 Vehicle Care 6. Install the bulb socket in the Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) 3. Remove the DRL bulb socket headlamp assembly. from the headlamp assembly. (Up-Level) 7. Connect the electrical connector. 4. Replace the bulb in the bulb socket. 8.
Page 381: Fog Lamps
Vehicle Care 10-43 Front Turn Signal Lamp Fog Lamps Turn Signal Lamps (Base and Up-Level) To replace the fog lamp bulb: To replace one of these bulbs: To replace the Front Turn 1. Locate the bulb assembly under 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate Signal Lamp: the front fascia.
Page 382 10-44 Vehicle Care 3. Remove the taillamp cover 5. Pull the taillamp assembly 6. Turn the turn signal lamp (A) from the lamp assembly by straight back to remove. bulb socket counterclockwise pulling rearward from the top to remove it from the taillamp to unfasten from snap tabs.
Page 383: Back-Up Lamps
Vehicle Care 10-45 Back-Up Lamps 3. Remove the taillamp cover from the lamp assembly by pulling To replace one of these bulbs: rearward from the top to unfasten from snap tabs. 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 2 14. A.
Page 384: License Plate Lamp
10-46 Vehicle Care 8. Press a new bulb/socket into the License Plate Lamp taillamp assembly and turn the To replace one of these bulbs: bulb/socket clockwise until it clicks. 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 2 14 for more 9.
Page 385: Replacement Bulbs
Vehicle Care 10-47 7. Turn the lamp assembly into the Electrical System Fuses and circuit breakers protect liftgate engaging the clip side the following in the vehicle: first. Electrical System Headlamp Wiring 8. Push on the lamp side opposite Overload Windshield Wiper Motor the clip until the lamp assembly Power Windows and Other...
Page 386: Fuses And Circuit
10-48 Vehicle Care Windshield Wipers Fuses and Circuit To identify and check fuses, circuit breakers, and relays, see Engine Breakers If the wiper motor overheats due to Compartment Fuse Block on heavy snow or ice, the windshield page 10 48 and Rear Compartment The wiring circuits in the vehicle wipers will stop until the motor cools Fuse Block on page 10 53.
Page 387 Vehicle Care 10-49 J-Case Usage Fuses Antilock Brake System Pump Rear Electrical Center 1 Rear Electrical Center 2 Not Used Cooling Fan 2 (LF1) Starter Not Used Not Used Engine Compartment Fuse Block Cooling Fan 1 (LF1) Secondary The vehicle may not be equipped J-Case Usage AIR Pump...
Page 388 10-50 Vehicle Care Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Engine Control Instrument Panel Electronic Brake Module Battery Cluster/Malfunction Control Module Indicator Lamp/ Transmission Low-Beam Ignition Control Module Headlamp Right Battery Air Quality Sensor Low-Beam Mass Air Flow Headlamp Washer Headlamp Left Sensor...
Page 389: Block
Vehicle Care 10-51 Instrument Panel Fuse Mini Fuses Usage Micro Usage Block Relays Trailer Left Stoplamp Vacuum Pump Spare Wiper Control Spare Wiper Speed Spare Starter Spare Cool Fan 3 (LF1) Spare Low Beam/HID Spare U Micro Usage Mini Relays Usage Relays Powertrain...
Page 390 10-52 Vehicle Care Mini Fuses Usage DISPLY Display S/ROOF Sun Roof Rear Vision RVC MIRR Camera Mirror Universal Handsfree Phone Radio Auxiliary Power APO IP Outlet Instrument Panel Auxiliary Power APO CNSL Outlet Floor Console Body Control BCM 3 Module 3 Body Control BCM 4 Module 4...
Page 391: Block
Vehicle Care 10-53 Rear Compartment Fuse Mini Fuses Usage J Case Usage Block Fuses RAIN SNSR Rain Sensor Body Control Body Control BCM 8 BCM 6 Module 8 Module 6 FRT BLWR Front Blower Electronic Steering ESCL Column Lock Relays Usage Sensing and AIRBAG...
Page 392 10-54 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage SPARE * SEC Security Spare Fuses FUSES INFOTMNT Infotainment Automatic Occupant * TRLR EXP Trailer Export AOS MDL Sensing Module WPR REAR Rear Wiper SPARE Not Used Mirror Window SPARE Not Used WDO MDL Module SPARE Not Used...
Page 393 Vehicle Care 10-55 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage RT WDO Right Window SPARE Not Used Rear Heated Seats HTD SEAT * FUEL Park Brake Module Fuel Pump BRK MDL PUMP Front Heated Seats HTD SEAT SPARE Not Used Wiper Control THEFT CONTRL Theft Horn...
Page 394: Wheels And Tires
10-56 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Tires Underinflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires same danger as overloaded can cause a crash. Only the Every new GM vehicle has tires. The resulting crash dealer or an authorized tire high-quality tires made by could cause serious injury.
Page 395: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Vehicle Care 10-57 Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the (D) Tire Identification Tire Size illustration later in this Number (TIN) The letters Useful information about a section for more detail. and numbers following the DOT tire is molded into its sidewall. (Department of Transportation) (B) TPC Spec (Tire The examples show a typical...
Page 396 10-58 Vehicle Care (G) Maximum Cold Inflation (B) Temporary Use Only The TIN shows the Load Limit Maximum load The compact spare tire or manufacturer and plant that can be carried and the temporary use tire has a tread code, tire size, and date the maximum pressure needed life of approximately 5 000 km tire was manufactured.
Page 397: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-59 (F) Tire Size A combination Tire Designations (B) Tire Width The three digit of letters and numbers define a number indicates the tire section Tire Size tire's width, height, aspect ratio, width in millimeters from construction type, and service sidewall to sidewall.
Page 398: Tire Terminology And Definitions
10-60 Vehicle Care (E) Rim Diameter Diameter of Accessory Weight Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic the wheel in inches. combined weight of optional tire in which the plies are laid accessories. Some examples at alternate angles less than (F) Service Description These of optional accessories are 90 degrees to the centerline...
Page 399 Vehicle Care 10-61 DOT Markings A code Intended Outboard Sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle molded into the sidewall of The side of an asymmetrical tire, Weight The sum of curb a tire signifying that the tire that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, is in compliance with the U.S.
Page 400 10-62 Vehicle Care Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Sidewall The portion of a tire UTQGS (Uniform Tire A tire used on passenger cars between the tread and the bead. Quality Grading Standards) and some light duty trucks and A tire information system Speed Rating multipurpose vehicles.
Page 401: Tire Pressure
Vehicle Care 10-63 Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Pressure Overinflated tires, or tires Tire Load on an individual tire that have too much air, can Tires need the correct amount due to curb weight, accessory result in: of air pressure to operate weight, occupant weight, and Unusual wear.
Page 402 10-64 Vehicle Care For additional information How to Check matches the recommended regarding how much weight pressure on the Tire and Use a good quality pocket-type Loading Information label, no the vehicle can carry, and an gauge to check tire pressure. example of the Tire and Loading further adjustment is necessary.
Page 403: Tire Pressure For High-Speed
Vehicle Care 10-65 Tire Pressure for Vehicles with P235/65R18, Tire Pressure Monitor P235/55R20, or 235/55R20 size High-Speed Operation System tires require inflation pressure adjustment when driving the vehicle The Tire Pressure Monitor System WARNING at speeds of 160 km/h (100 mph) (TPMS) uses radio and sensor or higher.
Page 404 10-66 Vehicle Care As an added safety feature, your Your vehicle has also been Always check the TPMS malfunction vehicle has been equipped with equipped with a TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more a tire pressure monitoring system indicator to indicate when the tires or wheels on your vehicle to (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire...
Page 405: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-67 Tire Pressure Monitor A message to check the pressure displays in the Driver Information Operation Center (DIC). The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning This vehicle may have a Tire message come on at each ignition Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
Page 406 10-68 Vehicle Care A Tire and Loading Information Notice: Tire sealant TPMS Malfunction Light and label shows the size of the original materials are not all the same. Message equipment tires and the correct A non-approved tire sealant The TPMS will not function properly inflation pressure for the tires when could damage the TPMS sensors.
Page 407 Vehicle Care 10-69 The TPMS sensor matching Replacement tires or wheels do TPMS Sensor Matching process was not done or not match the original equipment Process not completed successfully tires or wheels. Tires and wheels Each TPMS sensor has a unique after rotating the tires.
Page 408 10-70 Vehicle Care There are two minutes to match 6. Press SET to confirm selection. 10. Proceed to the passenger the first tire/wheel position, and The horn sounds twice to signal side rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 8. five minutes overall to match all the receiver is in relearn mode four tire/wheel positions.
Page 409: Tire Inspection
Vehicle Care 10-71 The tire has a bump, bulge, Tire Inspection Any time you notice unusual or split. wear, rotate the tires as soon GM recommends that the tires, as possible and check wheel The tire has a puncture, cut, including the spare tire, if the alignment.
Page 410: When It Is Time For New
10-72 Vehicle Care Do not include the compact When It Is Time for New WARNING spare tire in the tire rotation. Tires After the tires have been Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Factors such as maintenance, parts to which it is fastened, can rotated, adjust the front and temperatures, driving speeds,...
Page 411: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-73 The rubber in tires ages over time. Parking for an extended period designed to give the same This also applies for the spare tire, can cause flat spots on the tires performance and vehicle safety, if the vehicle has one, even if it is that may result in vibrations while during normal use, as the never used.
Page 412 10-74 Vehicle Care GM recommends replacing tires WARNING WARNING in sets of four. This is because uniform tread depth on all Mixing tires could cause you Using bias-ply tires on the tires will help keep the vehicle to lose control while driving. vehicle may cause the wheel performing most like it did when If you mix tires of different...
Page 413: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care 10-75 Vehicles that have a tire Different Size Tires and WARNING pressure monitoring system Wheels could give an inaccurate If different sized wheels are used, If wheels or tires are installed that low pressure warning if there may not be an acceptable are a different size than the original non TPC Spec rated tires level of performance and safety...
Page 414: Uniform Tire Quality
10-76 Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality Quality Grading (UTQG) Treadwear system does not apply to deep Grading The treadwear grade is a tread, winter-type snow tires, comparative rating based Quality grades can be found space-saver, or temporary use on the wear rate of the tire where applicable on the tire spare tires, tires with nominal when tested under controlled...
Page 415 Vehicle Care 10-77 Traction AA, A, B, C Temperature A, B, C passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Safety The traction grades, from The temperature grades Standard No. 109. Grades B highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, are A (the highest), B, and C, and A represent higher levels of and C.
Page 416: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-78 Vehicle Care Wheel Alignment and Tire Wheel Replacement WARNING Balance Replace any wheel that is bent, Using the wrong replacement cracked, or badly rusted or The tires and wheels were aligned wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel corroded. If wheel nuts keep and balanced at the factory to nuts can be dangerous.
Page 417: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-79 Used Replacement Wheels If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blowout, WARNING especially if the tires are maintained suspension, or other vehicle properly. See Tires. If air goes out of parts.
Page 418 10-80 Vehicle Care A rear blowout, particularly on a WARNING WARNING curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction Lifting a vehicle and getting Changing a tire can be as used in a skid. Stop pressing under it to do maintenance or dangerous.
Page 419: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 10-81 This vehicle may come with a jack Tire Sealant and and spare tire or a tire sealant Compressor Kit and compressor kit. To use the jacking equipment to change WARNING a spare tire safely, follow the instructions below. Then see Tire Idling a vehicle in an enclosed Changing on page 10 89.
Page 420 10-82 Vehicle Care If this vehicle has a tire sealant and The kit includes: WARNING compressor kit, there may not be a spare tire, tire changing equipment, Overinflating a tire could cause and on some vehicles there may not the tire to rupture and you be a place to store a tire.
Page 421 Vehicle Care 10-83 A. Selector Switch Replacement sealant canisters (Sealant/Air or Air Only) are available at your local dealer. See Removal and Installation of B. On/Off Button the Sealant Canister following. C. Pressure Gauge There is only enough sealant to D.
Page 422 10-84 Vehicle Care heated environment for five minutes. 3. Place the kit on the ground. 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle This will help to inflate the tire must be running while using the Make sure the tire valve stem is faster.
Page 423 Vehicle Care 10-85 10. Inflate the tire to the the accessory power outlet and 13. Turn the sealant/air hose (F) recommended inflation unscrew the inflating hose from counterclockwise to remove it pressure using the pressure the tire valve. See Roadside from the tire valve stem.
Page 424 10-86 Vehicle Care 17. Return the equipment to its inflation pressure, stop driving 21. Dispose of the used sealant original storage location in the the vehicle. The tire is too canister (E) and sealant/air vehicle. severely damaged and the tire hose (F) assembly at a local sealant cannot seal the tire.
Page 425 Vehicle Care 10-87 If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 6. Plug the power plug (H) into the and wheel damage by driving slowly accessory power outlet in the to a level place. Turn on the hazard vehicle. Unplug all items from warning flashers.
Page 426 10-88 Vehicle Care 10. Inflate the tire to the 11. Press the on/off button (B) recommended inflation to turn the tire sealant and pressure using the pressure compressor kit off. gauge (C). The recommended Be careful while handling the inflation pressure can be tire sealant and compressor found on the Tire and Loading kit as it could be warm after...
Page 427: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 10-89 Removal and Installation of the Storing the Tire Sealant Tire Changing Sealant Canister and Compressor Kit Removing the Spare Tire and To remove the sealant canister: Tools 1. Unwrap the sealant hose. To access the spare tire and tools: 2.
Page 428 10-90 Vehicle Care 3. Remove the spare tire cover. 4. Remove the nut retaining the 6. Remove the wing nut (D). spare tire. 7. Remove the extension (A), 5. Remove the spare tire and place jack (B) and wheel wrench (C) it next to the tire being changed.
Page 429 Vehicle Care 10-91 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Take off the wheel cover or center cap, if the vehicle has one, to reach the wheel bolts. 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 79 for more information.
Page 430 10-92 Vehicle Care 8. Turn the extension with the WARNING wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack lift head until the jack Raising the vehicle with the just fits under the vehicle. jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 431 Vehicle Care 10-93 Notice: Using a jack to raise the WARNING vehicle without positioning it correctly could damage your Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the vehicle. When raising your parts to which it is fastened, can vehicle on a jack, be sure to make wheel nuts become loose position it correctly under the after time.
Page 432 10-94 Vehicle Care 14. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Notice: Improperly tightened 17. Lower the jack all the way and Tighten each nut by hand wheel nuts can lead to brake remove the jack from under the until the wheel is held against pulsation and rotor damage.
Page 433 Vehicle Care 10-95 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire 3. Install the cargo cover. For more information, see and Tools Cargo Management System on page 4 4. WARNING 4. Place the tire, lying flat, in the Storing a jack, a tire, or other rear storage compartment.
Page 434: Compact Spare Tire
10-96 Vehicle Care Compact Spare Tire tire repaired or replaced at your Jump Starting convenience. Of course, it is best For more information about the to replace the spare with a full-size WARNING vehicle battery, see Battery on tire as soon as possible. The spare page 10 30.
Page 435 Vehicle Care 10-97 Notice: Ignoring these steps 2. Get the vehicles close enough 3. Turn off the ignition on both could result in costly damage so the jumper cables can reach, vehicles. Unplug unnecessary to the vehicle that would not be but be sure the vehicles are accessories plugged into the covered by the warranty.
Page 436 10-98 Vehicle Care To uncover the remote WARNING (Continued) positive (+) terminal, lift open the access panel on the battery your new vehicle. But if a battery cover indicated by the (+) sign. has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there.
Page 437 Vehicle Care 10-99 5. Check that the jumper cables 6. Connect the red positive (+) 9. Connect the other end of the do not have loose or missing cable to the positive (+) terminal negative ( ) cable away from insulation.
Page 438 10-100 Vehicle Care Notice: If the jumper cables are To disconnect the jumper cables connected or removed in the from both vehicles, do the following: wrong order, electrical shorting 1. Disconnect the black may occur and damage the negative ( ) cable from the vehicle.
Page 439: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-101 What is the distance that will be Towing Recreational Vehicle travelled? Some vehicles have Towing restrictions on how far and how Towing the Vehicle long they can tow. Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another Notice: To avoid damage, Is the proper towing equipment vehicle...
Page 440 10-102 Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing For vehicles being dinghy towed, the vehicle should be run at the Front-wheel drive and beginning of each day and at each all-wheel-drive vehicles may RV fuel stop for about five minutes. be dinghy towed from the front. This will ensure proper lubrication These vehicles can also be towed of transmission components.
Page 441 Vehicle Care 10-103 Once the destination has been Notice: Do not tow a vehicle reached: with the front drive wheels on the ground if one of the front tires 1. Shift the vehicle to P (Park). is a compact spare tire. Towing 2.
Page 442 10-104 Vehicle Care Dolly Towing 3. Set the parking brake. (Front-Wheel Drive Vehicles) 4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. 5. Follow the dolly manufacturer's instructions for preparing the vehicle and dolly for towing. 6. Release the parking brake. Towing the Vehicle From the Rear Notice: Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it.
Page 443: Appearance Care
Vehicle Care 10-105 Appearance Care waxes and polishes that are Exterior painted surfaces are non-abrasive and made for a subject to aging, weather, and basecoat/clearcoat paint finish. chemical fallout that can take their Exterior Care toll over a period of years. To keep Notice: Machine compounding the paint finish looking new, keep Cleaning Exterior...
Page 444 10-106 Vehicle Care Washing the Vehicle should not be used on plastic Notice: Conveyor systems on parts, do not use it on the vehicle some automatic car washes could To preserve the vehicle's finish, or damage may occur and it damage the vehicle.
Page 445 Vehicle Care 10-107 Wheels and Trim Aluminum chrome-plated wheels, because Windshield and Wiper Blades the surface could be damaged. or Chrome Clean the outside of the windshield The repairs would not be covered with glass cleaner. The vehicle may have either by the vehicle warranty.
Page 446 10-108 Vehicle Care Tires Finish Damage At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to Any stone chips, fractures, or deep with plain water. Clean any areas clean the tires. scratches in the finish should be where mud and debris can collect.
Page 447: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-109 Interior Care Your dealer has products for Cleaners can contain solvents that cleaning the interior. When cleaning can become concentrated in the The interior will continue to look the interior, only use cleaners interior. Before using cleaners, its best if it is cleaned often.
Page 448 10-110 Vehicle Care Avoid laundry detergents Fabric/Carpet To clean: or dishwashing soaps with 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft degreasers. Using too much cloth with water or club soda. brush attachment to remove dust soap will leave a residue that and loose dirt.
Page 449 Vehicle Care 10-111 If any of the soil remains, a To remove dust, a soft cloth Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and commercial fabric cleaner or dampened with water can be Other Plastic Surfaces spot lifter may be necessary. used. If a more thorough cleaning To remove dust, a soft cloth Test a small hidden area for is necessary, a soft cloth dampened...
Page 450: Floor Mats
10-112 Vehicle Care Some commercial products may Care of Safety Belts Floor Mats increase gloss on the instrument Keep belts clean and dry. panel. The increase in gloss may WARNING cause annoying reflections in the WARNING windshield and even make it difficult If a floor mat is the wrong size to see through the windshield under or is not properly installed, it can...
Page 451 Vehicle Care 10-113 Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor proper floor mat usage: mat retainer openings over the Floor Mats carpet retainers and snapping The original equipment floor The drivers side floor mat is held in into position.
Page 452 10-114 Vehicle Care NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 453: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Because of all the different ways people use vehicles, maintenance Maintenance Maintenance needs vary. The vehicle might need intervals, checks, inspections, more frequent checks and services. recommended fluids, and Please read the information under lubricants are necessary to Scheduled Maintenance.
Page 454: Scheduled Maintenance
11-2 Service and Maintenance The proper replacement parts, Scheduled WARNING fluids, and lubricants to use are Maintenance listed in Recommended Fluids Performing maintenance work can and Lubricants on page 11 7 and When the Change Engine Oil be dangerous. Some jobs can Maintenance Replacement Parts on cause serious injury.
Page 455 Service and Maintenance 11-3 Windshield washer fluid level Fluids visual leak check If the engine oil life system is reset check. See Washer Fluid on (or every 12 months, whichever accidentally, service the vehicle page 10 26. occurs first). A leak in any within 5 000 km/3,000 miles since system must be repaired the last service.
Page 456 11-4 Service and Maintenance Body hinges and latches, Additional Required Services Once a Year key lock cylinders, folding See Starter Switch Check on Every 12 000 km/7,500 Miles seat hardware, and sunroof page 10 31. (if equipped) lubrication. Rotate tires. Tires should See Recommended Fluids See Automatic Transmission be rotated every 12 000 km/...
Page 457 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Underbody flushing service. All wheel drive only: Transfer First Engine Oil Change After case fluid change (severe Every 80 000 km/50,000 Miles Hood/Decklid/Liftgate/Liftglass service) for vehicles mainly Support Gas Strut Service: Engine air cleaner filter driven when frequently towing Visually inspect gas strut, replacement.
Page 458 11-6 Service and Maintenance Evaporative control system Spark plug replacement and First Engine Oil Change After inspection. Check all fuel and spark plug wires inspection. Every 160 000 km/100,000 Miles vapor lines and hoses for proper An Emission Control Service. Automatic transmission fluid hook up, routing, and condition.
Page 459: Lubricants, And Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-7 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification Engine Oil mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade.
Page 460 11-8 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Automatic Transmission AW 1 Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19256039, (2.8L V6 Engine) in Canada 19256040). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or Chassis Lubrication lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
Page 461: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-9 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 20897358 A3147C Engine Oil Filter 2.8L V6 Engine 12593333 PF457G 3.0L V6 Engine...
Page 462: Maintenance Records
11-10 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading...
Page 463 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Maintenance Record (cont.) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 464 11-12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont.) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 465: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the Vehicle Identification VIN is the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 466: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System 2.8L V6 Engine 12.4 L 13.1 qt...
Page 467 Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Transmission Fluid 2.8L V6 6 Speed Automatic (Transmission Requires No Fluid Replacement) 3.0L V6 6 Speed Automatic* (Drain and Refill) 9.0 L 9.5 qt Wheel Nut Torque 110 ft lb *See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 16 for information on checking fluid level. All capacities are approximate.
Page 468 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2.8L, 3.0L V6 Engines I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 469: Customer Information
Canada) ....13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction the United States with the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
Page 470 That is why we suggest you may reject it and proceed with the dealership without further following Step One first. any other venue for relief available help, in the U.S., call the Cadillac to you. STEP THREE U.S. Owners: Customer Assistance Center at...
Page 471: Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Information 13-3 STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning Customer Satisfaction Owners: In the event that you eligibility in the Canadian Motor Procedure (Mexico) do not feel your concerns have Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), been addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or procedure outlined in Steps One call the General Motors Customer...
Page 472 13-4 Customer Information Brand Customer Assistance Make sure that they have all necessary information. They are Procedure Vehicle Identification interested in your continual Number (VIN) Owner satisfaction and goodwill are satisfaction. Mileage very important to your dealer and STEP TWO General Motors.
Page 473 Mexico, Central America and assistance. However, if a customer Caribbean Islands/Countries 1-800-496-9994 wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, (Except Puerto Rico and Canada the letter should be addressed to: U.S. Virgin Islands) General Motors of Canada Limited...
Page 474: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users (U.s. And Canada)
Customer assistance is available Guatemala and who use Text Telephones Monday through Friday, 08:00 to (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment 1-800-999-5252 20:00 hours, and Saturdays from available at its Customer Assistance 08:00 to 15:00 hours.
Page 475: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center Other Helpful Links: Here are a few of the valuable tools and services you will have Cadillac www.cadillac.com Cadillac Owner Center (U.S.) access to: Cadillac Merchandise www.cadillacownercenter.com My Showroom: Find and save www.cadillaccollection.com information on vehicles and...
Page 476: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
13-8 Customer Information GM Mobility For more information on the limited Calling for Service offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or Reimbursement Program When calling Roadside Service, call the GM Mobility Assistance have the following information (U.S. and Canada) Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text ready: Telephone (TTY) users, call Your name, home address, and...
Page 477 New Vehicle Limited Warranty. is also available. Allow three before this service is given. Cadillac and General Motors of weeks for delivery. Canada Limited reserve the right to Emergency Tow From a Public Trip Interruption Benefits...
Page 478 Once authorization or towing service. It provides every has been received, the Legal fines. Cadillac owner in the United States Roadside Service advisor will Mounting, dismounting, with the advantage of contacting help you make arrangements...
Page 479: (Mexico)
Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty new vehicle or visit our website dealer can help minimize your Coverage period in Canada), at: www.cadillac.com.mx. inconvenience. extended powertrain, and/or Navigate the site and click on hybrid specific warranties in Asistencia en el Camino. E-mail If the vehicle cannot be scheduled both the U.S.
Page 480 13-12 Customer Information Transportation Options Public Transportation or Fuel Courtesy Rental Vehicle Reimbursement The dealer may arrange to provide Warranty service can generally If the vehicle requires overnight you with a courtesy rental vehicle be completed while you wait. warranty repairs, and public or reimburse you for a rental vehicle However, if you are unable transportation is used instead...
Page 481: Collision Damage Repair (U.s. And Canada)
Customer Information 13-13 Additional Program Collision Damage Repair appearance, durability, and safety are preserved. The use of Genuine Information (U.S. and Canada) GM parts can help maintain the All program options, such as shuttle GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty. If the vehicle is involved in a service, may not be available at collision and it is damaged, Recycled original equipment...
Page 482 13-14 Customer Information Aftermarket collision parts are Insuring The Vehicle If the vehicle is leased, the leasing also available. These are made company may require you to have Protect your investment in the by companies other than GM and insurance that ensures repairs with GM vehicle with comprehensive may not have been tested for the Genuine GM Original Equipment...
Page 483 Customer Information 13-15 For emergency towing see Choose a reputable repair facility Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Roadside Service (U.S. and that uses quality replacement parts. but you must live with the repair. Canada) on page 13 8 or Roadside See Collision Parts earlier in this Depending on your policy limits, Service (Mexico) on page 13 11.
Page 484: Service Publications Ordering Information
13-16 Customer Information Service Publications Owner Information Current and Past Models Ordering Information Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and specifically for owners and intended Manuals are available for current Service Manuals to provide basic operational and past model GM vehicles. information about the vehicle.
Page 485: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Information 13-17 Reporting Safety group of vehicles, it may order Reporting Safety Defects a recall and remedy campaign. to the Canadian Defects However, NHTSA cannot Government become involved in individual Reporting Safety Defects problems between you, your If you live in Canada, and you to the United States believe that the vehicle has a dealer, or General Motors.
Page 486: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
Center For example, the vehicle uses The EDR is designed to record Cadillac Motor Car Division computer modules to monitor and data related to vehicle dynamics P.O. Box 33169 control engine and transmission...
Page 487: Onstar
Customer Information 13-19 ® This data can help provide a better manufacturer, other parties, such OnStar understanding of the circumstances as law enforcement, that have the If the vehicle is equipped with in which crashes and injuries occur. special equipment, can read the an active OnStar system, that information if they have access to Important: EDR data is recorded...
Page 488: Identification (Rfid)
13-20 Customer Information Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement RFID technology is used in This vehicle has systems that some vehicles for functions such operate on a radio frequency that as tire pressure monitoring and comply with Part 15 of the Federal ignition system security, as well as Communications Commission (FCC) in connection with conveniences...
Page 489 INDEX Airbag System AM-FM Radio ....7-11 Check ......3-45 Antenna Accessories and How Does an Airbag...
Page 490 INDEX Automatic Brake System Warning Light . . . 5-22 Dimming Mirrors ....2-22 Brakes ......10-27 Calibration .
Page 491 INDEX Cargo Lamp ....6-7 Cigarette Lighter ....5-9 Cooling System .
Page 492 INDEX Driving Characteristics and Damage Repair, Collision ..13-13 E85 Fuel ..... . . 9-50 Towing Tips ....9-54 Danger, Warnings, and ECO Button .
Page 493 INDEX Engine Entry Lighting ....6-8 Fog Lamps Air Cleaner/Filter ... 10-16 Equipment, Towing .
Page 494 INDEX Fuel (cont.) General Information Low Fuel Warning Light ..5-27 Service and Maintenance ..11-1 Garage Door Opener ..5-48 Recommended ....9-48 Towing .
Page 495 INDEX Headlamps (cont.) High-Beam On Light ..5-28 Ignition Positions ....9-18 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ..10-57 High/Low Beam Changer .
Page 496 INDEX Liftgate Lights (cont.) Carbon Monoxide ... . .2-14 Fuel Economy ....5-27 Maintenance Light High-Beam On ....5-28 Records .
Page 497 INDEX Messages (cont.) Ordering Key and Lock ....5-38 Service Publications ..13-16 Navigation Lamp ......5-38 Outlets Vehicle Data Recording Object Detection System .
Page 498 i-10 INDEX Personalization Rear Seats ....3-12 Vehicle ..... . .5-42 Heated .
Page 499 INDEX i-11 Remote Vehicle Start ..2-10 Roadside Service ..13-8, 13-11 Safety Locks ....2-13 Replacement Bulbs .
Page 500 i-12 INDEX Service Speedometer ....5-12 Storing the Tire Sealant ® Accessories and StabiliTrak OFF Light ..5-24 and Compressor Kit .
Page 501 INDEX i-13 Tires (cont.) Towing (cont.) Inflation Monitor System ..10-67 Trailer ......9-58 Ultrasonic Parking Assist ..9-40 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) .
Page 502 i-14 INDEX Vehicle Care Washer, Headlamps ... . 5-6 Storing the Tire Sealant Wheels and Compressor Kit ..10-89 Alignment and Tire Tire Pressure ....10-63 Balance .

Cadillac SRX 2011 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1

Keys

Vehicle Security

Windows

Roof

3-1 Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Airbag System

Storage

Cupholders

Storage Compartments

Glove Box

Roof Rack System

Instruments and Controls

Lighting 6-1 Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting

Flash-To-Pass

Exterior Lighting

Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer

Exterior Lamp Controls

Daytime Running

Adaptive Forward

Twilight Sentinel

Hazard Warning Flashers

Turn and Lane-Change

Front Fog Lamps

Interior Lighting

Lighting Features

Infotainment System

Infotainment

Introduction

Overview (Radio with CD/DVD

Audio Players

Rear Seat Infotainment

Phone

Driving and

Driving Information

Starting and Operating

Engine Exhaust

Brakes

Drive Systems

Ride Control Systems Traction Control

Cruise Control

Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist

Fuel

Quick Links

Chapters

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Summary of Contents for Cadillac SRX 2011