Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ..... . 2 In Brief ......5 Keys, Doors, and Windows .
Page 3: Introduction
Attention: Customer Service features. to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the 47911 Halyard Drive Keep this manual in the vehicle for BUICK Emblem, and REGAL are Plymouth, MI 48170 quick reference.
Page 4 Introduction Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart Caution Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle Warning messages found on vehicle and what they mean. For more labels and in this manual describe information on the symbol, refer to hazards and what to do to avoid or the Index.
Page 5 Introduction : First Responder : Oil Pressure : Flame/Fire Prohibited : Power : Fog Lamps : Remote Vehicle Start : Fuel Gauge : Safety Belt Reminders : Fuses : Tire Pressure Monitor ® : Headlamp High/Low-Beam : Traction Control/StabiliTrak Changer : Under Pressure : Heated Steering Wheel : Windshield Washer Fluid...
Page 6: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Vehicle Features Performance and Maintenance Infotainment System ... 17 Traction Control/Electronic Steering Wheel Controls ..17 Stability Control ....23 Cruise Control .
Page 7: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 8 In Brief 1. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 148. 5. Instrument Cluster (Uplevel 9. Traction Control/Electronic Cluster) 0 107 or Instrument Stability Control 0 191. Fog Lamps 0 151 (If Cluster (Base Level Cluster) Equipped). Hazard Warning Flashers 0 103. 0 150. Instrument Panel Illumination Driver Information Center Control 0 151.
Page 9: Initial Drive Information
In Brief 13. Electric Parking Brake Switch. Initial Drive See Parking Brake 0 189. Information 14. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 0 184 or Manual This section provides a brief Transmission 0 186. overview about some of the important features that may or may 15.
Page 10: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief Canceling a Remote Start Power Door Locks : Press and release to initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold for at To cancel a remote start, do one of least three seconds to sound the the following: panic alarm. Press again to cancel Press and hold until the the panic alarm.
Page 11: Trunk Release
In Brief Trunk Release Windows Seat Adjustment Manual Seats To open the trunk: The power window switches are on the driver door. Each passenger Press on the driver door. 1. Seatback Recline Lever door has a switch that controls only 2.
Page 12: Memory Features
In Brief Press and hold the top or bottom of To adjust a power seat, if equipped: Memory Features the switch (2) to raise or lower the Move the seat forward or seat. Release the switch (2) when rearward by sliding the the desired height is reached.
Page 13: Heated Seats
In Brief Heated Seats Press the button once for the Safety Belts highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights near the heated seat symbol on the display indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest.
Page 14: Passenger Sensing System
In Brief Passenger Sensing Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors System Interior Mirrors Adjustment Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The passenger sensing system The mirror automatically dims to turns off the front outboard reduce the glare of headlamps from passenger frontal airbag under behind.
Page 15: Steering Wheel Adjustment
In Brief Folding Mirrors 3. Pull or push the steering wheel Reading Lamps closer or away from you. There are front and rear reading The outside mirrors can be folded 4. Pull the lever up to lock the lamps. inward to prevent damage when steering wheel in place.
Page 16: Exterior Lighting
In Brief For more information, see Dome AUTO : Automatically turns the With the ignition in ACC/ Lamps 0 152. exterior lamps on and off, ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, depending on outside lighting. move the lever to select the wiper Exterior Lighting speed.
Page 17: Climate Controls
In Brief Climate Controls 10. Rear Window Defogger 11. Power The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 155. Transmission Automatic Transmission Manual Mode 1. Driver and Passenger 5.
Page 18: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1. Move the shift lever to the left Vehicle Features Cruise Control from D (Drive) into the side gate marked with (+) and ( ). Infotainment System 2. Press the shift lever forward to See the infotainment manual for upshift or rearward to information on the radio, audio downshift.
Page 19: Driver Information
In Brief SET : Press the control down Forward Collision Alert briefly to set the speed and activate (FCA) System cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease If equipped, FCA may help avoid or vehicle speed. reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes.
Page 20: Lane Departure
In Brief vehicle. This can help avoid or spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly behind your vehicle that may cross lessen the severity of crashes when approaching these areas from your vehicle's path while in driving in a forward gear. behind.
Page 21: Power Outlets
In Brief Power Outlets Universal Remote System Sunroof The accessory power outlet can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. There are two 12-volt accessory power outlets located: On the center stack next to the ashtray.
Page 22: Eassist Features Eassist Overview
In Brief To express open or close the eAssist Features This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist sunroof with the safety function (HSA) feature, which may be useful enabled, press the open or close when the vehicle is stopped on a ®...
Page 23: High Voltage Safety
In Brief The cold air intake for the battery is auto stop feature may cause the Regenerative Braking located behind the rear seat, on the engine to turn off when the brake Regenerative braking takes some of filler panel. Do not cover the intake. pedal is applied and the vehicle the energy from the moving vehicle See Battery - North America 0 242.
Page 24: Service
In Brief Service Performance and To turn off both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and Maintenance Never try to do your own service on hold , on the center stack, eAssist components. You can be until illuminate in the injured and the vehicle can be Traction Control/ instrument cluster and the damaged if you try to do your own...
Page 25: Engine Oil Life System
In Brief the tires to the recommended Resetting the Oil Life System Driving for Better Fuel pressure shown on the Tire and Economy 1. Using the DIC controls on the Loading Information label. See right side of the steering wheel, Vehicle Load Limits 0 169.
Page 26: Roadside Assistance
In Brief Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. Roadside Assistance Program U.S.: 1-800-252-1112 TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438 Canada: 1-800-268-6800 New Buick owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program. See Roadside Assistance Program 0 328.
Page 27: Keys, Doors, And Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....43 Windows Power Mirrors ....43 Keys Folding Mirrors .
Page 28 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the vehicle has the keyless Warning (Continued) ignition, the key can be used for the locks. impacted, and airbags may not deploy. To reduce the risk of unintentional rotation of the ignition key, do not change the way the ignition key and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped, are connected to the...
Page 29: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
Keys, Doors, and Windows If locked out of the vehicle, see Remote Keyless Entry Roadside Assistance Program (RKE) System Operation 0 328. The Keyless Access system allows With an active OnStar subscription, for vehicle entry when the an OnStar Advisor may remotely transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft).
Page 30 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Unlocking/Locking from If the driver door is open when (Remote Vehicle Start) : the Driver Door pressed, all doors lock and then the If equipped, press and release driver door will immediately unlock , When the doors are locked and the and then immediately press and if enabled through vehicle RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft)
Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows Pressing the lock/unlock button will Passive locking will then remain Passive Locking cause all doors to lock if any of the disabled until on the interior door If equipped with Keyless Access, following occur: is pressed, or until the vehicle is this feature will lock the vehicle turned on.
Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming with a Recognized If there are no currently recognized Programming with a Recognized Transmitter (Key Vehicles Only) keys available, follow this procedure Transmitter (Keyless Access to program the first key. Vehicles Only) To program a new key: This procedure will take A new transmitter can be 1.
Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. Insert the vehicle key of the When all additional transmitters 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the new transmitter into the key are programmed, press and DIC displays PRESS ENGINE lock cylinder located on the hold the ignition for 12 seconds START BUTTON TO LEARN outside of the driver door and...
Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows 6. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4 6. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ENGINE START/ STOP button for 12 seconds to exit programming mode.
Page 35: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement 5. Snap the battery cover back on Other conditions can affect the to the transmitter. performance of the transmitter. See Replace the battery if the REPLACE Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY Remote Vehicle Start System 0 28.
Page 36: Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Extending Engine Run Time Aim the RKE transmitter at the Door Locks vehicle and press and hold The engine run time can also be until the parking lamps turn off. extended by another 10-minutes, Warning if during the first 10 minutes Turn on the hazard warning Steps 1 2 are repeated while the Unlocked doors can be...
Page 37: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks When is pressed on the power Warning (Continued) door lock switch while the door is open, a chime will sound three Outsiders can easily enter times indicating delayed locking is through an unlocked door active.
Page 38: Lockout Protection
Keys, Doors, and Windows Automatic Door Unlock has not reduced, the driver door will Manual Safety Locks unlock and the horn will sound three If Automatic Door Locking is turned times. on, then all doors will automatically This can be manually overridden by unlock when the shift lever is moved into P (Park).
Page 39: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows To open a rear door when the safety Doors Warning (Continued) lock is on: 1. Unlock the door by activating Trunk highest setting. See the inside handle, by using the Climate Control Systems power door lock switch, or by in the Index.
Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows Press the touchpad under the Emergency Trunk Release vehicle emblem after unlocking all Handle doors. If equipped with Keyless Access, Caution the trunk can be opened while the Do not use the emergency trunk vehicle is locked by pressing the release handle as a tie-down or touchpad above the license plate while the RKE transmitter is within...
Page 41: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows There is a glow-in-the-dark Vehicle Security On Solid : Vehicle is secured emergency trunk release handle on during the delay to arm the system. This vehicle has theft-deterrent the trunk lid. This handle will glow Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. features;...
Page 42: Immobilizer
Keys, Doors, and Windows bypass the 30-second delay Disarming the Alarm System How to Detect a Tamper and immediately arm the alarm Condition Do one of the following to disarm system. the alarm system or turn off the is pressed on the RKE The vehicle alarm system will not alarm if it has been activated: transmitter and the horn chirps three...
Page 43: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows uses a transponder that matches an If the engine still does not start with immobilizer control unit in the the other key, the vehicle needs vehicle and automatically disarms service. If the vehicle does start, the the system.
Page 44: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows If the RKE transmitter appears to be Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors undamaged, try another transmitter, or place the transmitter in the Convex Mirrors transmitter pocket. See Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Warning Battery under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 28.
Page 45: Folding Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Memory Mirrors Interior Mirrors Windows If equipped, the vehicle may have memory mirrors. See Memory Seats Interior Rearview Mirrors Warning 0 53. Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear Never leave a child, a helpless view of the area behind your Folding Mirrors adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, vehicle.
Page 46: Power Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows pulsing sound when either rear Express Window Operation window is down and the front Windows with an express-up or windows are up. To reduce the down feature allow the front sound, open either a front window windows to be lowered or raised or the sunroof, if equipped.
Page 47: Sun Visors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Pull the power window switch Roof Press to activate the rear up until the window is fully window lockout switch. An indicator closed. light comes on when activated. Sunroof 4. Continue holding the switch up Press again to deactivate the for approximately two seconds...
Page 48 Keys, Doors, and Windows To express open or close the Safety Function sunroof with the safety function If the sunroof has any resistance enabled, press the open or close during automatic closing, it will sunroof switch (1) to the second immediately stop and reverse.
Page 49: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Airbag System Child Restraints Airbag System ....63 Older Children ....74 Restraints Where Are the Airbags? .
Page 50: Head Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the Pull and push on the head restraint top of the restraint is at the same after the button is released to make The vehicle's front and rear seats height as the top of the occupant's sure that it is locked in place.
Page 51: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Push down on the head restraint Front Seats To adjust the seat position: after the button is released to make 1. Pull the handle under the front sure that it is locked in place. Seat Adjustment of the seat cushion. If you are installing a child restraint 2.
Page 52: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Power Seat Adjustment Lumbar Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body.
Page 53 Seats and Restraints 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. Power Reclining Seatbacks Do not have a seatback reclined if To recline the seatback: the vehicle is moving. 1. Lift the lever. Manual Reclining Seatbacks 2.
Page 54: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints Memory Seats RKE Memory positions. See Remove the obstruction; then press Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) and hold the appropriate manual System Operation 0 28. control for the memory item that is not recalling for two seconds. Try Storing Button Memory Positions recalling the memory position again To store positions into Button...
Page 55: Heated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints the door. On vehicles with Keyless button. If the memory position is still If something has blocked the driver Access, opening the driver door not recalling, see your dealer for seat while recalling the exit position, when an RKE transmitter is present service.
Page 56: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints The passenger seat may take Rear Seats longer to heat up. Folding the Seatback Remote Start Heated Seats Either side of the seatback can be If equipped, when it is cold outside, folded down for more cargo space. the heated seats can be turned on Fold a seatback only when the automatically during a remote start.
Page 57 Seats and Restraints To fold the seatback down: Raising the Seatback To raise a seatback: 1. Lift the seatback up and push it Warning rearward to lock it in place. Make sure the safety belt is not If either seatback is not locked, it twisted or caught in the could move forward in a sudden seatback.
Page 58: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints Safety Belts When riding in a vehicle, you travel Warning (Continued) as fast as the vehicle does. If the This section of the manual vehicle stops suddenly, you keep passengers to ride in any area of describes how to use safety belts going until something stops you.
Page 59: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why It is very important for all occupants pelvic bones and you would be should I have to wear safety to buckle up. Statistics show that less likely to slide under the lap belts? unbelted people are hurt more often belt.
Page 60: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Seats and Restraints Lap-Shoulder Belt The lap-shoulder belt may lock Pull up on the latch plate to if you pull the belt across you make sure it is secure. If the All seating positions in the vehicle very quickly. If this happens, let belt is not long enough, see have a lap-shoulder belt.
Page 61 Seats and Restraints 5. To make the lap part tight, pull Before a door is closed, be sure the up on the shoulder belt. safety belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a safety belt, damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle.
Page 62: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints moderate to severe frontal, near Safety Belt Use During that the fetus will not be hurt in a frontal, or rear crash if the threshold crash. For pregnant women, as for Pregnancy conditions for pretensioner anyone, the key to making safety activation are met.
Page 63: Safety Belt Care
Seats and Restraints anchorages are all working properly. Replacing Safety Belt New parts and repairs may be Look for any other loose or necessary even if the safety belt System Parts after a damaged safety belt system parts system was not being used at the Crash that might keep a safety belt system time of the crash.
Page 64: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints Airbag System All of the airbags have the word Warning AIRBAG embossed on the trim or The vehicle has the following on a label near the deployment You can be severely injured or airbags: opening. killed in a crash if you are not A frontal airbag for the driver.
Page 65: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Warning Warning Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured against, or very close to any or killed.
Page 66: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat-mounted side impact airbag.
Page 67: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints predict how severe a crash is likely Frontal airbags are not intended to vehicle is struck, if the sensing to be in time for the airbags to inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear system predicts that the vehicle is inflate and help restrain the impacts, or in many side impacts.
Page 68: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates
Seats and Restraints moderate to severe side collisions, What Will You See after Warning even belted occupants can contact an Airbag Inflates? the inside of the vehicle. When an airbag inflates, there After the frontal airbags and Airbags supplement the protection may be dust in the air.
Page 69: Passenger Sensing System
Seats and Restraints and turn off the interior lamps and vehicle is not charging the 12-volt The vehicle has a crash sensing hazard warning flashers by using battery or the electrical system. The and diagnostic module which the controls for those features. vehicle may start but it shuts down records information after a once the 12-volt battery is depleted.
Page 70 Seats and Restraints The words ON and OFF will be Never put a rear-facing child seat in Warning (Continued) visible during the system check. the front. This is because the risk to When the system check is the rear-facing child is so great, Secure rear-facing child restraints complete, either the word ON or the if the airbag inflates.
Page 71 Seats and Restraints When the passenger sensing wear a safety belt properly 2. Remove the child restraint from system has turned off the front whether or not there is an airbag for the vehicle. outboard passenger frontal airbag, that person. 3.
Page 72 Seats and Restraints If this happens, adjust the head because that person is not sitting Warning restraint. See Head Restraints properly in the seat. Use the 0 49. following steps to allow the system If the front outboard passenger to detect that person and enable the 6.
Page 73: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
Seats and Restraints A thick layer of additional material, sensing system will turn on the Servicing the such as a blanket or cushion, passenger frontal airbag while a Airbag-Equipped Vehicle or aftermarket equipment such as child restraint or child occupant seat covers, seat heaters, and seat is on the seat.
Page 74: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Seats and Restraints Adding Equipment to the covers, upholstery, or trim; or with reason, call Customer Assistance. GM covers, upholstery, or trim See Customer Assistance Offices Airbag-Equipped Vehicle designed for a different vehicle. Any 0 326. Adding accessories that change the object, such as an aftermarket seat Airbag System Check heater or a comfort-enhancing pad...
Page 75: Replacing Airbag System Parts
Seats and Restraints Replacing Airbag System Child Restraints Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat Parts after a Crash edge? If yes, continue. If no, Older Children return to the booster seat. Warning Buckle the lap-shoulder belt.
Page 76 Seats and Restraints Q: What is the proper way to Warning Warning wear safety belts? A: An older child should wear a Never allow more than one child Never allow a child to wear the lap-shoulder belt and get the to wear the same safety belt.
Page 77: Infants And Young Children
Seats and Restraints the vehicle's safety belt system nor Warning its airbag system is designed for them. Children can be seriously injured Children who are not restrained or strangled if a shoulder belt is properly can strike other people, wrapped around their neck. The or can be thrown out of the vehicle.
Page 78 Seats and Restraints restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs.
Page 79: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Warning A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure.
Page 80 Seats and Restraints important, so if they are not Warning (Continued) available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. restraint properly in the vehicle Keep in mind that an unsecured using the vehicle safety belt or child restraint can move around in a LATCH system, following the collision or sudden stop and injure instructions that came with that...
Page 81: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints Securing the Child Within the Warning Warning (Continued) Child Restraint A child in a rear-facing child the front seat, always move the Warning restraint can be seriously injured front passenger seat as far back or killed if the front passenger as it will go.
Page 82: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)
Seats and Restraints child restraint prevents access to or attachments. LATCH-compatible child restraint. A child restraint must interferes with the routing of the rear-facing and forward-facing child never be installed using only the top safety belt. seats can be properly installed tether and anchor.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached.
Page 84 Seats and Restraints restraint system or infant restraint (Lower Anchor) : Seating system secured in a rear seating positions with two lower anchors. position. See Where to Put the Restraint 0 80 for additional information. Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System To assist in locating the lower Warning...
Page 85 Seats and Restraints Warning Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) To reduce the risk of serious or wrapped around a child s neck. Do not fold the empty rear seat fatal injuries during a crash, do If the shoulder belt is locked and with a safety belt buckled.
Page 86 Seats and Restraints Refer to the following illustration to Installing child restraints using 1.1. Find the lower anchors for learn which anchors to use. LATCH in the center and left rear the desired seating seating positions at the same time is position.
Page 87 Seats and Restraints Open the cover to expose If the position you are the anchor. using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten and you are using a single the top tether according to tether, route the tether the child restraint under the headrest or instructions and the...
Page 88 Seats and Restraints 3. Before placing a child in the Warning child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To With head restraints that are not check, grasp the child restraint installed and adjusted properly, at the LATCH path and attempt there is a greater chance that to move it side to side and occupants will suffer a neck/...
Page 89: Replacing Latch System Parts
Seats and Restraints 1. Insert the head restraint posts install the child restraint using Warning (Continued) into the holes in the top of the LATCH. If a child restraint is seatback. The notches on the secured in the vehicle using a see your dealer to have the posts must face the driver side safety belt and it uses a top tether,...
Page 90 Seats and Restraints If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint 0 80. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint, the head restraint may be removed.
Page 91: Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)
Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top System) 0 81 for additional tether, follow the child restraint information on installing the head manufacturer's instructions restraint properly. regarding the use of the top Securing Child Restraints tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH (Front Passenger Seat) System) 0 81 for more...
Page 92 Seats and Restraints When using the lap-shoulder belt to Warning Warning (Continued) secure the child restraint in this position, follow the instructions that A child in a rear-facing child forward-facing child restraint in came with the child restraint and the restraint can be seriously injured the front seat, always move the following instructions:...
Page 93 Seats and Restraints 4. Push the latch plate into the 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the 6. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the the lock.
Page 94 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of...
Page 95: Storage
Storage Storage Storage Glove Box Compartments Lift up the handle to open the glove box. Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..94 Cupholders Instrument Panel Storage ..94 Do not store heavy or sharp Glove Box .
Page 96: Rear Storage
Storage Rear Storage Center Console Storage Slide the door to access them. Pull down the armrest. Press the Press the button to access the button to lift the cover. Close the storage under the armrest. There cover before folding the armrest up. are two USB ports and a power outlet inside.
Page 97: Additional Storage Features
Storage Additional Storage Features Convenience Net If equipped, the convenience net is in the trunk and can be used to store small loads. The net should not be used to store heavy loads. Attach the loops on each side of the net to the hooks located on the sides of the trunk.
Page 98: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature High-Beam On Light ..121 Gauge ..... . . 111 Front Fog Lamp Light .
Page 99: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Instruments and Controls Object Detection System Controls Steering Wheel Controls Messages ....134 The infotainment system can be Ride Control System Steering Wheel operated by using the steering Messages .
Page 100: Horn
Instruments and Controls Horn (Windshield Washer) : Pull the windshield wiper lever toward Press on the steering wheel pad you to spray washer fluid and to sound the horn. activate the wipers. The wipers will continue until the lever is released Windshield Wiper/Washer or the maximum wash time is reached.
Page 101: Compass
Instruments and Controls If the windshield wiper lever is then will automatically determine when a Press BACK to go to the last moved to OFF before the driver GPS signal is restored and provide menu and save the changes or door is opened or within 10 minutes, a heading again.
Page 102 Instruments and Controls overload vehicle or adapter fuses. power supply and the indicator light If there is a problem, see your turns off. To reset the circuit, unplug dealer. the item and plug it back in or turn the Remote Accessory Power (RAP) When adding electrical equipment, off and then back on.
Page 103: Cigarette Lighter
Instruments and Controls Cigarette Lighter Ashtrays Warning Lights, Gauges, and If equipped, push the lighter down and it will pop up when it is ready to Indicators be used. The ignition switch must be in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ Warning lights and gauges can RUN position to use the lighter.
Page 104: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster (Base Level Cluster) English Shown, Metric Similar...
Page 105 Instruments and Controls English eAssist Shown, Metric eAssist Similar...
Page 106: Cluster
Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu displays. See Driver Information Navigation Center (DIC) (Base Level There is an interactive display area Press to select the Navigation Cluster) 0 124 or Driver in the center of the instrument app, then press to enter the Information Center (DIC) cluster.
Page 107 Instruments and Controls Compass : In certain vehicles the Info Pages : Press while Info compass setting will allow for Pages is displayed to enter the Info manually setting the compass. The Pages menu and select the items to user can set the zone and calibrate be displayed in the Info App.
Page 108: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster (Uplevel Cluster) English Automatic Transmission Shown, Metric and Manual Transmission Similar...
Page 109: Cluster)
Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu Cluster) 0 126 or Driver Oil Temperature : Displays the oil Information Center (DIC) temperature in degrees Celsius or (Uplevel Cluster) 0 126. degrees Fahrenheit. Performance Oil Pressure : Displays the oil pressure in kPa or psi. Audio Battery Voltage : Displays the Phone...
Page 110: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls is an active call, mute or unmute the Software Information : Displays Display Themes : Press while phone or switch to handset or the open source software Display Themes is displayed to handsfree operation. information. enter the menu. Choose Sport or Compass : In certain vehicles the Touring by pressing while the...
Page 111: Tachometer
Instruments and Controls The trip odometer is accessed and A slight bump may be felt when the Fuel Gauge reset through the Driver Information transmission is determining the Center (DIC). See Driver most fuel efficient operating range. Information Center (DIC) (Base Level Cluster) 0 124 or Driver Caution Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel...
Page 112: Gauge
Instruments and Controls An arrow on the fuel gauge The gauge takes a few seconds indicates the side of the vehicle the to stabilize after the ignition is fuel door is on. turned on, and will go back to empty when the ignition is When the vehicle's fuel level turned off.
Page 113: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls If the vehicle has been operated under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible. Safety Belt Reminders Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument Uplevel Metric Uplevel English...
Page 114: Airbag Readiness Light
Instruments and Controls If the driver safety belt is buckled, The front passenger safety belt The airbag readiness light comes on neither the light nor the chime reminder light and chime may turn for several seconds when the comes on. on if an object is put on the seat vehicle is started.
Page 115: Charging System Light
Instruments and Controls problem with the lights or the The light turns off when the engine passenger sensing system. See is started. If it does not, have the your dealer for service. vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the light stays on, or comes on Warning while driving, there could be a problem with the electrical charging...
Page 116 Instruments and Controls Only Mode for Keyless Access. See If the light continues to flash, find a Caution Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) safe place to park. Turn the vehicle 0 173 or Ignition Positions (Key off and wait at least 10 seconds Modifications to the engine, Access) 0 174.
Page 117: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls If the light remains on, see your The vehicle may not pass Brake System Warning dealer. inspection if: Light The light is on when the engine Emissions Inspection and The vehicle brake system consists is running. Maintenance Programs of two hydraulic circuits.
Page 118: Electric Parking Brake
Instruments and Controls This light should come on briefly Warning when starting the vehicle. If it does not come on, have it fixed so it will The brake system might not be be ready to warn if there is a working properly if the brake problem.
Page 119: Up-Shift Light
Instruments and Controls The ABS light comes on briefly Up-Shift Light For vehicles with the uplevel cluster, when the engine is started. this light may not come on when starting the vehicle. If the light does not come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if This light is green if LDW is on and there is a problem.
Page 120: Stabilitrak Off Light
Instruments and Controls ® Traction Off Light StabiliTrak OFF Light Traction Control System ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light This light comes on briefly while This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, starting the engine. If it does not, This light comes on briefly when the have the vehicle serviced by your have the vehicle serviced by your...
Page 121: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant The engine coolant temperature inflate the tires to the pressure value warning light comes on when the shown on the Tire and Loading Temperature Warning engine has overheated. Information label. See Tire Pressure Light 0 262. If this happens, pull over and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 122: Low Fuel Warning Light
Instruments and Controls Low Fuel Warning Light serviced by your dealer. If the Caution (Continued) system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. and the oil pressure is still low, If the light stays on and the engine have the vehicle serviced. Always does not start, there could be a follow the maintenance schedule problem with the theft-deterrent...
Page 123: Front Fog Lamp Light
Instruments and Controls Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light Door Ajar Light For vehicles with fog lamps, this The cruise control light is white When the ignition is on, this light light comes on when the fog lamps when the cruise control is on and stays on until all doors are closed are on.
Page 124: Information Displays Power Flows
Instruments and Controls Information Displays Power Flows (eAssist Only) To view the Power Flow screens in the center stack display, press the button on the Home screen or on the Application Tray on the top of Engine Power Engine is active Regen Recovery Power from the the infotainment system touch...
Page 125: (Eassist Only)
Instruments and Controls Driver Information Center : Press to open application menus on the left. (DIC) (Base Level Cluster) Press to open interaction menus The DIC displays are shown in the on the right. center of the instrument cluster in (Set/Reset) : Press to open a the Info App.
Page 126 Instruments and Controls reset. The trip odometer can be Instantaneous Fuel Economy : 6. Press to move Displays the current fuel economy in reset by pressing and holding through the list of possible either liters per 100 kilometers information displays. while this display is active.
Page 127: Driver Information Center (Dic) (Uplevel Cluster)
Instruments and Controls Oil Life : Displays an estimate of Coolant Temperature : Displays gap setting page. This page shows the oil's remaining useful life. the coolant temperature in either the current gap setting. See If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is Forward Collision Alert (FCA) degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees displayed, that means 99% of the...
Page 128 Instruments and Controls be turned on through the Settings 1. Press to access the cluster app. See DIC Info Page Options applications. earlier in this section. 2. Press to scroll to the Speed (Sport Theme Only) : Settings application. Displays the vehicle speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles 3.
Page 129 Instruments and Controls conditions change. The Average Displays the current fuel economy in other than when the oil has just Fuel Economy can be reset by either liters per 100 kilometers been changed. It cannot be reset (L/100 km) or miles per accurately until the next oil change.
Page 130 Instruments and Controls and the timer is running. To reset Eco Index : The bar graph on the choose the selection, and left hand side provides feedback on the timer to zero, press while this change the setting. When viewing the efficiency of current driving best AFE, a several second press display is active.
Page 131: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and Brake System Messages Charging Messages BRAKE FLUID LOW Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message is displayed when the some action that may be needed to brake fluid level is low.
Page 132: Compass Messages
Instruments and Controls operating and you might notice Cruise Control Messages FRONT RADAR BLOCKED pulsation in the brake pedal. This is SEE OWNER MANUAL ADAPTIVE CRUISE SET normal under these conditions. Take This message can occur under the TO XXX the vehicle to your dealer for following conditions: service.
Page 133: Door Ajar Messages
Instruments and Controls SERVICE ADAPTIVE CRUISE LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN engine, the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off. CONTROL This message will display when the When the coolant temperature driver side rear door is open. Close This message displays when the returns to normal, the air the door completely.
Page 134: Engine Oil Messages
Instruments and Controls unsafe temperatures for operation. ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE Engine Power Messages Stop and turn off the vehicle as ENGINE ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED soon as it is safe to do so to avoid This message displays when the severe damage.
Page 135: Key And Lock Messages
Instruments and Controls Key and Lock Messages NO REMOTE DETECTED Object Detection System PRESS BRAKE TO RESTART Messages NO REMOTE KEY WAS This message displays when DETECTED PLACE KEY IN AUTOMATIC COLLISION attempting to turn off the vehicle TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN PREP OFF and the RKE transmitter is no longer START YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 136 Instruments and Controls some time. The FAB System does FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED This message could be due to the not need service. This message can camera being blocked. Cleaning the CLEAN WINDSHIELD display under the following outside of the windshield behind the This message displays when the conditions: rearview mirror may correct the...
Page 137: Ride Control System
Instruments and Controls SERVICE FRONT CAMERA SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM Drive system; some will not. The vehicle will run in normal UNAVAILABLE If this message remains on after two-wheel-drive mode when this continued driving, the vehicle needs This message indicates that Side message has been set.
Page 138: Security Messages
Instruments and Controls message is displayed, the system TRACTION CONTROL ON JUMP START DISABLED SEE will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your OWNERS MANUAL This message displays when the driving accordingly. See your dealer Traction Control System (TCS) is This message displays if there is a for service.
Page 139: Tire Messages
Instruments and Controls Tire Messages See Tires 0 255, Vehicle Load TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Limits 0 169, and Tire Pressure ENGINE SERVICE TIRE MONITOR 0 262. This message displays and a chime SYSTEM More than one tire pressure sounds if the transmission fluid in message can be received at a time.
Page 140: Window Messages
Instruments and Controls Window Messages Vehicle Personalization Menus Personalization The following list of features may be OPEN, THEN CLOSE DRIVER/ available: PASSENGER WINDOW Use the audio system controls to Time and Date access the personalization menus This message is displayed when the Language (Language) for customizing vehicle features.
Page 141 Instruments and Controls Valet Mode Auto Fan Max Speed Auto Collision Preparation This feature will set the maximum This feature will turn on or off the To turn Valet Mode on and off, see auto fan speed. Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and Valet Mode under Settings in the Front Automatic Braking (FAB).
Page 142 Instruments and Controls Select Off or On. See Assistance Easy Exit Driver Seat Select Off or On. Systems for Parking or Backing This feature automatically moves Exit Lighting 0 204. the driver seat rearward when This allows the selection of how exiting the vehicle.
Page 143 Instruments and Controls Auto Door Unlock Remote Unlock Light Feedback Passive Door Unlock This allows selection of which of the When on, the exterior lamps will This allows the selection of what doors will automatically unlock when flash when unlocking the vehicle doors will unlock when using the the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
Page 144 Instruments and Controls Ringtones Voice Calibrate Touchscreen Voice Mail Numbers Turn Display Off Select and the following may display: Pair New Device Mode Confidence Threshold Select to pair a new device. See Select to change the display screen Prompt Length Pairing under Bluetooth for day or night driving.
Page 145: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls Rear Park Assist Symbols Universal Remote Clear All Private Data Select to turn Off or On. See This allows selection to clear all System Assistance Systems for Parking or private information from the vehicle. Backing 0 204. See Radio Frequency Statement Select Delete or Cancel.
Page 146 Instruments and Controls reverse feature. This includes any Programming the Universal the indicator light changes from garage door opener model a slow to a rapid flash. Then Remote System manufactured before April 1, 1982. release both buttons. For questions or help programming Read these instructions completely Some garage door openers the Universal Remote system, call...
Page 147 Instruments and Controls for five seconds. If the light 5. Press and release the Learn or Radio Signals for Canada and stays on or the garage door Smart button. Step 6 must be Some Gate Operators moves, programming is completed within 30 seconds of For questions or programming help complete.
Page 148: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Operation Button Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system System buttons: Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold any one of the Universal Remote system button for buttons.
Page 149: Lighting
Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting and when the parking brake is released on manual transmission vehicles. Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting AUTO (Automatic) : Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, Exterior Lamp Controls ..148 depending on outside lighting.
Page 150: Flash-To-Pass
Lighting headlamps, the dedicated DRL will Automatic Headlamp come on when all of the following System conditions are met: When the exterior lamp control is The ignition is on. set to AUTO and it is dark enough The exterior lamps control is outside, the headlamps come on in AUTO.
Page 151: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting leaves the garage, there is a slight not operating, these lamps turn off. Turn and Lane-Change delay before the automatic Move the exterior lamp control to Signals headlamp system changes to the to disable this feature. DRL. During that delay, the instrument cluster may not be as Hazard Warning Flashers bright as usual.
Page 152: Fog Lamps
Lighting If after signaling a turn or lane Interior Lighting (Fog Lamps, If Equipped) : change the arrow flashes rapidly or Press to turn on or off. An indicator does not come on, a signal bulb light on the instrument cluster Instrument Panel might be burned out.
Page 153: Dome Lamps
Lighting Dome Lamps Reading Lamps Lighting Features There are front and rear reading Entry Lighting lamps. Some exterior lamps and most of the interior lights turn on briefly when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter button is pressed. After about 30 seconds the exterior lamps turn off, then the dome lamps and remaining interior lights dim to off.
Page 154: Battery Power Protection
Lighting remain on after the door is closed Battery Power Protection for a set amount of time, then The battery saver feature is automatically turn off. designed to protect the vehicle's For vehicles with Keyless Access, battery. the exterior lamps automatically turn To prevent battery discharge while on when a door is opened after the driving, the following systems are...
Page 155: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio Introduction players, phone, navigation system, Infotainment ....154 and voice or speech recognition.
Page 156: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with Control System ... . . 155 this system.
Page 157 Climate Controls 6. SYNC (Synchronized To help reduce fuel usage: To place the system in Temperature) automatic mode: Use the full automatic control as 7. AUTO (Automatic Operation) described under Automatic 1. Press AUTO. Operation. 8. Recirculation 2. Set the temperature. Allow the Use eco air conditioning, instead system time to stabilize.
Page 158 Climate Controls Manual Operation indicator light is on, the air (Floor) : Air is directed to the conditioner runs automatically to floor outlets. (Power) : Press to turn the fan off cool the air inside the vehicle or to or on. MAX (Defrost) : Clears the dry the air needed to defog the windshield of fog or frost more...
Page 159 Climate Controls system does not detect possible 10 minutes, or after five minutes if Pressing the button during an window fogging, it returns to normal the outside temperature is not auto stop may restart the engine to operation. as cold. prevent window fogging.
Page 160: Air Vents
Climate Controls Sensor Air Vents (Heated Front Seats, If Equipped) : Press to heat The solar sensor, on top of the Use the louvers located on the air the driver or passenger seat instrument panel near the vents to change the direction of the cushion and seatback.
Page 161: Air Intake
Climate Controls Maintenance Service All vehicles have a label underhood Air Intake that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves should only be serviced by trained from the air intake at the base of the and certified technicians.
Page 162: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems Power (RAP) ....180 Traction Control/Electronic Operating Shifting Into Park ... . . 181 Stability Control .
Page 163: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Fuel Driving Information Become familiar with vehicle features before driving, such as Fuel ......214 programming favorite radio California Fuel Distracted Driving...
Page 164: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Refer to the infotainment section for Average driver reaction time is Warning more information on using that about three-quarters of a second. In system and the navigation system, that time, a vehicle moving at Drinking and then driving is very if equipped, including pairing and 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m dangerous.
Page 165: Steering
Driving and Operating Steering If the steering wheel is turned until it Steering in Emergencies reaches the end of its travel and is There are some situations when Variable Effort Steering held against that position for an steering around a problem may extended period of time, power Some vehicles have a steering be more effective than braking.
Page 166: Loss Of Control
Driving and Operating The vehicle's right wheels can drop Acceleration Skid too much Try to avoid sudden steering, off the edge of a road onto the throttle causes the driving acceleration, or braking, shoulder while driving. Follow wheels to spin. including reducing vehicle speed these tips: by shifting to a lower gear.
Page 167: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating For the 2.0L engine: Add and keep There is no hard and fast rule about Warning (Continued) the oil level at 1 L (1 qt) above the hydroplaning. The best advice is to high mark when driving under these slow down when the road is wet.
Page 168: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Shift to a lower gear when going Be alert on top of hills; The Antilock Brake System down steep or long hills. something could be in your lane (ABS) improves vehicle stability (e.g., stalled car, accident). during hard stops, but the brakes should be applied sooner Warning Pay attention to special road...
Page 169: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating Tie a red cloth to an outside If the Vehicle Is Stuck Warning (Continued) mirror. Slowly and cautiously spin the Adjust the climate control wheels to free the vehicle when Warning system to circulate the air stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. inside the vehicle and set Snow can trap engine exhaust If stuck too severely for the traction...
Page 170: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to Get includes the weight of all Tire and Loading Information it Out occupants, cargo, and all Label nonfactory-installed options. Turn the steering wheel left and Two labels on the vehicle may right to clear the area around the show how much weight it may front wheels.
Page 171 Driving and Operating The Tire and Loading Determine the combined Determine the combined Information label also shows the weight of the driver and weight of luggage and cargo tire size of the original passengers that will be being loaded on the vehicle. equipment tires (3) and the riding in your vehicle.
Page 172 Driving and Operating Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg for Example 2 = 453 kg for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs).
Page 173: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating weight of the driver, passengers, Starting and Warning and cargo should never exceed Operating the vehicle's capacity weight. Things inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a Certification Label New Vehicle Break-In sudden stop or turn, or in a crash.
Page 174: Ignition Positions
Driving and Operating Pressing the button cycles it through If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the Caution (Continued) three modes, ACC/ACCESSORY, ignition will return to ACC/ ON/RUN/START, and Stopping the ACCESSORY and display a breaking-in guideline every Engine/OFF. message in the Driver Information time you get new brake Center (DIC).
Page 175: Ignition Positions
Driving and Operating 3. Come to a complete stop. Shift With the ignition off, pressing the more than five seconds will place to P (Park) with an automatic button one time without the brake the vehicle in Service Only Mode. transmission, or Neutral with a pedal applied will place the ignition The instruments and audio systems...
Page 176 Driving and Operating Do not turn the engine off when the Caution Warning vehicle is moving. This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake Using a tool to force the key to Turning off the vehicle while and steering systems and disable turn in the ignition could cause moving may cause loss of power...
Page 177: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating 2 (ON/RUN) : The ignition switch Starting the Engine Manual Transmission stays in this position when the The shift lever should be in Neutral Place the transmission in the engine is running. This position can and the parking brake engaged. proper gear.
Page 178 Driving and Operating 2. If the engine does not start Starting Procedure (Keyless Caution after five to 10 seconds, Access) especially in very cold weather 1. With the Keyless Access Cranking the engine for long (below 18 °C or 0 °F), it could system, the RKE transmitter periods of time, by pressing the be flooded with too much...
Page 179 Driving and Operating then stops again, do the same Vehicles with eAssist have an The Engine Will Remain thing. This clears the extra automatic engine start/stop feature. Running When: gasoline from the engine. Do After the engine is started and has The engine, transmission, not race the engine reached operating temperature, the...
Page 180: Engine Heater
Driving and Operating High humidity is detected. The high voltage battery pack charge is low and requires The Engine Will Restart When: recharging. The brake pedal is released. Auto stop time is greater than The accelerator pedal is applied. two minutes. Shifting out of D (Drive) to any The hood is opened.
Page 181: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating The length of time the heater should Warning Warning (Continued) remain plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a dealer in the Improper use of the heater cord it overheat and cause a fire, area where you will be parking the property damage, electric or an extension cord can damage vehicle for the best advice on this.
Page 182: Shifting Into Park
Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park done properly; then it is difficult to Warning (Continued) shift out of P (Park). To prevent Use this procedure to shift into torque lock, set the parking brake Do not leave the vehicle when the P (Park): and then shift into P (Park).
Page 183: Parking
Driving and Operating The shift lock release is always If you still cannot move the shift Parking over Things functional except in the case of an lever from P (Park), consult your That Burn uncharged or low voltage (less than dealer or a professional towing 9-volt) battery.
Page 184: Engine Exhaust
Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle Warning (Continued) While Parked There are holes or openings Warning It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. Engine exhaust contains carbon damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be...
Page 185: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating Automatic all the way into P (Park) as you Warning maintain brake application. Then Transmission press the shift lever button and It is dangerous to get out of the move the shift lever into another vehicle if the shift lever is not fully gear.
Page 186: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating Going about 56 km/h (35 mph) or Caution Warning (Continued) more, push the accelerator all the way down. Shifting to R (Reverse) while the You could lose control and hit vehicle is moving forward could people or objects. Do not shift Caution damage the transmission.
Page 187: Manual Transmission
Driving and Operating The transmission will only allow you Manual Transmission to shift into gears appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute (rpm). The transmission will not automatically shift to the next lower gear if the engine rpm is too high, nor to the next higher gear when the maximum engine rpm is reached.
Page 188 Driving and Operating 3 (Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and Caution Caution 6 (Sixth) : Shift into 3 (Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and 6 (Sixth) the Do not rest your foot on the clutch Do not rest your foot on the clutch same way you do for 2 (Second).
Page 189: All-Wheel Drive
Driving and Operating transmission to Neutral, release the Drive Systems Brakes clutch pedal, and press it back down. Repeat the gear selection. All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake System (ABS) If equipped, this feature transfers Caution torque to the rear wheels as This vehicle has ABS, an advanced Shifting to R (Reverse) while the required.
Page 190: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) computer senses the wheels are switch is on the center console. The Do not pump the brakes. Just hold slowing down. If one of the wheels EPB can always be activated, even the brake pedal down firmly and let is about to stop rolling, the computer...
Page 191 Driving and Operating The red parking brake status light The vehicle may automatically apply brake status light is off. If either light will flash and then stay on once the the EPB in some situations when stays on after release is attempted, EPB is fully applied.
Page 192: Brake Assist
Driving and Operating intended direction. In this case, brake pedal is released or brake Ride Control Systems there is no need to push the switch pedal pressure is quickly to release the EPB. decreased. Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Brake Assist Hill Start Assist (HSA) Control The Brake Assist feature is...
Page 193 Driving and Operating vehicle wheel brakes to assist the 2. Turn the engine off and wait driver in keeping the vehicle on the 15 seconds. intended path. 3. Start the engine. If cruise control is being used and Drive the vehicle. If comes on traction control or StabiliTrak begins and stays on, the vehicle may need...
Page 194: Selective Ride Control
Driving and Operating To turn off only TCS, press and To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on button comes on. Press the button again and the system returns to the release . The traction off light again, press and release . The Standard mode.
Page 195: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating Sport Mode Cruise Control Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 191. If a collision alert The shock absorbers stiffen to With cruise control the vehicle can occurs when cruise control is provide better contact with the maintain a speed of about 40 km/h activated, cruise control is road surface.
Page 196 Driving and Operating RES+ (Resume/Accelerate) : If 3. Press and release the SET Increasing Speed While Using there is a set speed in memory, control on the steering wheel. Cruise Control press the control up briefly to The desired set speed briefly If the cruise control system is resume to that speed or hold appears in the instrument...
Page 197: Adaptive Cruise Control
Driving and Operating To slow down in small Using Cruise Control on Hills Erasing Speed Memory increments, press SET down How well the cruise control works The cruise control set speed is briefly. For each press, the on hills depends on the vehicle erased from memory if is pressed vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h...
Page 198 Driving and Operating may automatically disengage. See Warning Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 191. When road ACC will not detect or brake for conditions allow ACC to be safely children, pedestrians, animals, used, the ACC can be turned or other objects. back on.
Page 199 Driving and Operating 4. Remove foot from the To begin using ACC again, press (Cancel) : Press to disengage accelerator. RES+ up briefly on the steering ACC without erasing the selected wheel. The vehicle returns to the set speed. After ACC is set, it may immediately previous set speed.
Page 200 Driving and Operating vehicle goes to the next 5 km/h Press and hold SET down until cluster. Subsequent presses cycle (1 mph) faster mark on the the desired lower speed is the gap button through three speedometer. reached, then release it. settings: Far, Medium, or Near.
Page 201 Driving and Operating If ACC is engaged, driver action ACC automatically slows the vehicle Warning (Continued) may be required when ACC cannot down and adjusts vehicle speed to apply sufficient braking because of follow the vehicle in front at the Your vehicle may not stop and approaching a vehicle too rapidly.
Page 202 Driving and Operating A message indicating that cruise is on. See Parking Brake 0 189. To Warning (Continued) disengaging will appear on the DIC resume ACC and release the and the ACC active symbol will not electric parking brake, press the stop by ACC.
Page 203 Driving and Operating Curves in the Road Warning (Continued) Warning to use the brakes if necessary. Select an appropriate speed while On curves, ACC may not detect a driving in curves. vehicle ahead in your lane. You could be startled if the vehicle ACC may operate differently in a accelerates up to the set speed, sharp curve.
Page 204 Driving and Operating Other Vehicle Lane Changes lane while driving on steep hills. The For cleaning instructions, see driver will often need to take over Washing the Vehicle under acceleration and braking on steep Exterior Care 0 297. hills, especially when towing a System operation may also be trailer.
Page 205: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and Operating Driver Assistance Audible Alert Warning (Continued) Some driver assistance features Systems alert the driver of obstacles by Detect children, beeping. To change the volume of This vehicle may have features that pedestrians, bicyclists, the warning chime, see Comfort work together to help avoid crashes or animals.
Page 206 Driving and Operating Displayed images may be farther or Parking Assist closer than they appear. The area With RPA, as the vehicle backs up displayed is limited and objects that at speeds of less than 8 km/h are close to either corner of the (5 mph), the sensors on the rear bumper or under the bumper do not bumper detect objects up to 2.5 m...
Page 207 Driving and Operating When an object is first detected in Turning the Features On or Off Warning (Continued) the rear, one beep will be heard from the rear. When an object is speeds greater than 8 km/h very close (<0.6 m (2 ft) in the (5 mph).
Page 208: Assistance Systems For Driving
Driving and Operating 3. Press Rear Camera Display (if FCA detects vehicles within a FCA can be disabled with the FCA equipped), Rear Cross Traffic distance of approximately 60 m steering wheel control, or if your Alert, Park Assist Symbols, (197 ft) and operates at speeds vehicle is equipped with Adaptive or Guidance Lines and then...
Page 209 Driving and Operating Also, eight rapid high-pitched beeps presses will change this setting. The Warning will sound from the front. When this chosen setting will remain until it is Collision Alert occurs, the brake changed and will affect the timing of FCA does not provide a warning system may prepare for driver both the Collision Alert and the...
Page 210: System
Driving and Operating Cleaning the System vehicle ahead indicator being lit. Warning (Continued) See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) If the FCA system does not seem to System 0 207. operate properly, cleaning the Detect all vehicles, The system works when driving in a outside of the windshield in front of especially vehicles with a forward gear between 10 km/h...
Page 211: Side Blind Zone
Driving and Operating and a vehicle is also detected on Warning Warning the same side, the display will flash as an extra warning not to change FAB may automatically brake the IBA may increase vehicle braking lanes. Since this system is part of vehicle suddenly in situations in situations when it may not be the Lane Change Alert system, read...
Page 212 Driving and Operating approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) When the vehicle is started, both Warning (Continued) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The outside mirror LCA displays will briefly come on to indicate the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) lanes under all driving conditions.
Page 213: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw)
Driving and Operating LCA displays may not come on both sides of the vehicle toward the sensor to detect the lane markings when passing a vehicle quickly or rear corners of the vehicle, see your at speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or for a stopped vehicle.
Page 214 Driving and Operating If the LDW system is not functioning Warning (Continued) properly when lane markings are clearly visible, cleaning the departing the lane on the side windshield may help. where it has detected a lane LDW alerts may occur due to tar marking.
Page 215: Fuel
Driving and Operating Fuel octane rating below 87, as it may vehicle until the fuel is at one-half cause engine damage and will lower tank or less, then refuel with the Use of the recommended fuel is an fuel economy. current seasonal fuel.
Page 216: California Fuel
Driving and Operating methylcyclopentadienyl manganese is determined that the condition is Treatment PLUS is the only tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use caused by the type of fuel used, gasoline additive recommended by gasolines and/or fuel additives with repairs may not be covered by the General Motors.
Page 217 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Do not reenter the vehicle Vehicle performance issues, while pumping fuel. including engine stalling and damage to the fuel system. Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let Fuel spills. children pump fuel. Potential fuel fires.
Page 218: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating Towing Caution Warning (Continued) General Towing If a new fuel cap is needed, be Use approved fuel containers. sure to get the right type of cap Information from your dealer. The wrong type Remove the container from The vehicle is neither designed nor of fuel cap may not fit properly, the vehicle, trunk, or pickup...
Page 219: Conversions And Add-Ons
Driving and Operating Conversions and Caution Add-Ons Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause Add-On Electrical components to not work and Equipment would not be covered by the warranty. Always check with your Warning dealer before adding electrical equipment.
Page 220: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Battery - North America ..242 Electrical System Overload . . . 249 All-Wheel Drive ....243 Fuses and Circuit Breakers .
Page 221: General Information
Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality General Information harm. Engine exhaust, many parts Grading ..... 272 and systems, many fluids, and For service and parts needs, visit Wheel Alignment and Tire some component wear by-products...
Page 222: Accessories And Modifications
Vehicle Care Accessories and Damage to vehicle components Vehicle Checks resulting from modifications or the Modifications installation or use of non-GM Doing Your Own Adding non-dealer accessories or certified parts, including control Service Work module or software modifications, is making modifications to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and not covered under the terms of the eAssist Vehicles Only...
Page 223: Hood
Vehicle Care All Vehicles Caution Warning Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage It can be dangerous to work on to vehicle systems. Do not allow your vehicle if you do not have contaminants to contact the fluids, the proper knowledge, service reservoir caps, or dipsticks.
Page 224: Overview
Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2.0L L4 Turbo Engine...
Page 225 Vehicle Care 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 232. 2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0 228. 3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0 228. 4. Transmission Fluid Cap. See Automatic Transmission Fluid 0 231. 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0 241.
Page 226 Vehicle Care 2.4L L4 Engine without eAssist...
Page 227 Vehicle Care 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 232. 2. Engine Cover. 3. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0 228. 4. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0 228. 5. Transmission Fluid Cap and Dipstick. See Automatic Transmission Fluid 0 231. 6.
Page 228 Vehicle Care 2.4L L4 Engine with eAssist...
Page 229: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 232. Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil 2. Engine Cover. It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to performance and long life, careful 3.
Page 230 Vehicle Care 2. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it Selecting the Right Engine Oil Caution with a clean paper towel or Selecting the right engine oil cloth, then push it back in all depends on both the proper oil Do not add too much oil.
Page 231: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care Engine Oil Additives/Engine trash or pouring it on the ground, Caution (Continued) into sewers, or into streams or Oil Flushes bodies of water. Recycle it by taking vehicle warranty. Check with your Do not add anything to the oil. The it to a place that collects used oil.
Page 232: Automatic Transmission
Vehicle Care system might indicate that an oil on the DIC. See Driver Automatic Transmission change is not necessary for up to a Information Center (DIC) (Base Fluid year. The engine oil and filter must Level Cluster) 0 124 or Driver be changed at least once a year Information Center (DIC) How to Check Automatic...
Page 233: Manual Transmission Fluid
Vehicle Care Manual Transmission When to Check and What Do not remove the cap to check the fluid level or to top off the fluid level. to Use Fluid Remove the cap only when It is not necessary to check the necessary to add the proper fluid until the level reaches the MIN line.
Page 234 Vehicle Care from the vehicle), to release loose To inspect or replace the engine air dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air cleaner/filter: cleaner/filter for damage, and 1. Disconnect the outlet duct by replace if damaged. Do not clean loosening the air duct the engine air cleaner/filter or clamp (3).
Page 235: Cooling System
Vehicle Care 4. Remove the screws (1) on top Caution of the engine air cleaner/filter housing. If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt 5. Lift the filter cover housing can easily get into the engine, away from the engine air which could damage it.
Page 236 Vehicle Care Warning Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant.
Page 237: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care Engine Coolant Warning (Continued) Caution The cooling system in the vehicle is ® overheat warning. The engine If improper coolant mixture, filled with DEX-COOL engine could catch fire and you or others inhibitors, or additives are used in coolant.
Page 238 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant How to Add Coolant to the Warning (Continued) Coolant Surge Tank The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant the cap when the cooling system, Caution level. including the surge tank pressure cap, is hot.
Page 239: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the indicated level mark. 5. Replace the pressure cap tightly. Check the level in the coolant surge 2.0L L4 Turbo Engine Shown, 2.4L tank when the cooling system has L4 Engine with or without eAssist cooled down.
Page 240 Vehicle Care If it is decided to lift the hood, make If the overheat warning is displayed Warning (Continued) sure the vehicle is parked on a level with no sign of steam: surface. 1. Turn the air conditioning off. off and get everyone away from Then check to see if the engine the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 241: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care If there is no sign of steam, idle the Open the cap with the washer Caution (Continued) engine for three minutes while symbol on it. Add washer fluid until parked. If the warning is still the tank is full. See Engine When using concentrated displayed, turn off the engine until it Compartment Overview 0 223 for...
Page 242: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care proper sequence to torque Brake Fluid Warning specifications. See Capacities and Specifications 0 321. The brake wear warning sound Brake pads should be replaced as means that soon the brakes will complete sets. not work well. That could lead to a crash.
Page 243: Battery - North America
Vehicle Care Do not top off the brake fluid. What to Add This vehicle has a standard 12-volt Adding fluid does not correct a leak. battery. Refer to the replacement Use only GM approved DOT 3 If fluid is added when the linings are number on the original battery label brake fluid from a clean, sealed worn, there will be too much fluid...
Page 244: All-Wheel Drive
Vehicle Care The eAssist system high voltage Vehicle Storage All-Wheel Drive battery is cooled with air drawn from Transfer Case the vehicle interior. The cold air Warning intake for the battery is behind the Under normal driving conditions, rear seat, on the filler panel. Do not Batteries have acid that can burn transfer case fluid does not require cover the intake.
Page 245: Check
Vehicle Care Do not use the accelerator Automatic Transmission Ignition Transmission pedal, and be ready to turn off Shift Lock Control Lock Check the engine immediately if it Function Check starts. If equipped with a key type ignition, while parked and with the parking 3.
Page 246: Wiper Blade Replacement
Vehicle Care Wiper Blade Replacement Warning (Continued) Windshield wiper blades should be roll. Be ready to apply the regular inspected for wear or cracking. brake at once should the vehicle It is a good idea to clean the wiper begin to move. blade assembly on a regular basis.
Page 247: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs Warning 0 249. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected.
Page 248: Headlamps, Front Turn Signal And Parking Lamps
Vehicle Care Headlamps, Front Turn Front Turn Signal and 4. Install the new bulb by turning it clockwise into the assembly. Sidemarker Lamps (Base and Signal and Parking Uplevel) 5. Reconnect the electrical Lamps connector to the bulb 1. Remove the outside cap from assembly.
Page 249: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care 6. Turn the bulb socket License Plate Lamp 1. Bulb Socket counterclockwise to remove it. 2. Bulb 3. Lamp Assembly 7. Pull the bulb from the socket. To replace one of these bulbs: 8. Install a new bulb. 1.
Page 250: Replacement Bulbs
Vehicle Care Replacement Bulbs Electrical System When the current electrical load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens Bulb and closes, protecting the circuit Exterior Lamp High Voltage Devices and Number until the current load returns to Wiring normal or the problem is fixed. This Back-up Lamp W16W greatly reduces the chance of circuit...
Page 251: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Vehicle Care Windshield Wipers Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Breakers Fuse Block If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the windshield The wiring circuits in the vehicle are wipers will stop until the motor cools protected from short circuits by a and will then restart.
Page 252 Vehicle Care Fuse Usage Number Windshield Wiper BPIM (eAssist Only) Not Used Fuel Injection, Ignition System Engine Control Module Oxygen Sensor Starter Fuel System Control Module Engine Compartment Fuse Block Trunk Release MGU Coolant Pump The vehicle may not be equipped Fuse Usage (eAssist Only)
Page 253 Vehicle Care Fuse Usage Fuse Usage Fuse Usage Number Number Number Rear Power Sunroof Oxygen Sensor Windows Infotainment System Fog Lamps Antilock Brake Adaptive Cruise Right-Hand Low System Valve Beam, High Intensity Right-Hand Obstacle Detection Discharge High-Beam Headlamp Front Power Headlamp Windows Left-Hand Low...
Page 254 Vehicle Care Fuse Usage Relay Usage Relay Usage Number Number Number Secondary Air Air Conditioning High-Intensity Induction Control Discharge (eAssist Only) Headlamp/Left Starter Low-Beam Heated Mirrors Not Used Headlamp/DRL Not Used Front Wiper (Step 2) Ignition Canister Vent Front Wiper (Step 1, Secondary AIR Solenoid Interval)
Page 255: Instrument Panel Fuse
Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Number Usage Block Radio Displays, Parking Assist, Infotainment, Module Tunnel Control Instrument Panel Power Outlet Console Power Outlet Instrument Panel Fuse Block Body Control Module 3 Number Usage Body Control Suspension Control Module 4 The instrument panel fuse block is Module/Universal located in the instrument panel, on Garage Door...
Page 256: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Number Usage Warning (Continued) Airbag Tires Underinflated tires pose Steering Wheel the same danger as Every new GM vehicle has Controls overloaded tires. The high-quality tires made by a Heating Ventilation resulting crash could leading tire manufacturer. See Air Conditioning cause serious injury.
Page 257: All-Season Tires
Vehicle Care All-Season Tires Winter Tires Warning (Continued) This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally Replace any tires that all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter have been damaged by designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased performance on most road surfaces traction on snow and ice-covered...
Page 258: Summer Tires
Vehicle Care Winter tires with the same speed Tire Sidewall Labeling Caution rating as the original equipment tires Useful information about a tire is may not be available for H, V, W, Y, High performance summer tires molded into its sidewall. The and ZR speed rated tires.
Page 259 Vehicle Care (2) TPC Spec (Tire week of the year 2010 would (7) Maximum Cold Inflation Performance Criteria have a four-digit DOT date Load Limit Maximum load that Specification) Original of 0310. can be carried and the equipment tires designed to maximum pressure needed to (4) Tire Identification Number GM's specific tire performance...
Page 260: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care road tire has lost air and gone (5) Tire Inflation Tire Designations flat. If the vehicle has a compact temporary use tire or compact Tire Size spare tire, see Compact Spare spare tire should be inflated to Tire 0 289 and If a Tire Goes 420 kPa (60 psi).
Page 261: Definitions
Vehicle Care (3) Aspect Ratio A two-digit Tire Terminology and Bead The tire bead contains number that indicates the tire steel wires wrapped by steel Definitions height-to-width measurements. cords that hold the tire onto Air Pressure The amount of For example, if the tire size the rim.
Page 262 Vehicle Care Department of Transportation Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire Normal Occupant Weight (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety tire used on light duty trucks and number of occupants a vehicle Standards. The DOT code some multipurpose passenger is designed to seat multiplied by includes the Tire Identification vehicles.
Page 263: Tire Pressure
Vehicle Care Recommended Inflation Tread The portion of a tire that Vehicle Capacity Weight Pressure Vehicle comes into contact with number of designated seating manufacturer's recommended the road. positions multiplied by tire inflation pressure as shown 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated Treadwear Indicators Narrow on the tire placard.
Page 264 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading How to Check Caution Information label on the vehicle Use a good quality pocket-type indicates the original equipment Neither tire underinflation nor gauge to check tire pressure. tires and the correct cold tire overinflation is good. Proper tire inflation cannot be inflation pressures.
Page 265: Operation
Vehicle Care Put the valve caps back on the Tire Pressure Monitor Warning (Continued) valve stems to keep out dirt and System moisture and prevent leaks. Use to be driven at high speeds, make The Tire Pressure Monitor System only valve caps designed for the sure the tires are rated for (TPMS) uses radio and sensor vehicle by GM.
Page 266: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care Accordingly, when the low tire This sequence will continue upon Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale illuminates, you subsequent vehicle start-ups as Operation should stop and check your tires as long as the malfunction exists. soon as possible, and inflate them This vehicle may have a Tire When the malfunction indicator is to the proper pressure.
Page 267 Vehicle Care shown on the Tire and Loading equipment tires and the correct Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits Information label. See Vehicle Load inflation pressure for the tires when use a GM-approved liquid tire Limits 0 169. they are cold. See Vehicle Load sealant.
Page 268 Vehicle Care go off after the road tire is could prevent the TPMS from matched to the tire/wheel positions, replaced and the sensor functioning properly. See Buying using a TPMS relearn tool, in the matching process is performed New Tires 0 270. following order: driver side front tire, successfully.
Page 269: Tire Inspection
Vehicle Care 3. Make sure the Tire Pressure A horn chirp confirms that the Tire Inspection info page option is turned on. sensor identification code has We recommend that the tires, The info pages on the DIC can been matched to this tire and including the spare tire, if the be turned on and off through wheel position.
Page 270: Tire Rotation
Vehicle Care Tire Rotation Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See Wheel Tires should be rotated every Nut Torque under Capacities 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See and Specifications 0 321. Maintenance Schedule 0 307. Tires are rotated to achieve a Warning more uniform wear for all tires.
Page 271: When It Is Time For New
Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time. of grease, gasoline, or other This also applies to the spare tire, substances that can deteriorate Tires rubber. if the vehicle has one, even if it is Factors such as maintenance, never used.
Page 272 Vehicle Care vehicle, including brake system necessary to replace only one Warning performance, ride and handling, axle set of worn tires, place the traction control, and tire new tires on the rear axle. Mixing tires of different sizes, pressure monitoring brands, or types may cause Winter tires with the same speed performance.
Page 273: Wheels
Vehicle Care load range, speed rating, and control, electronic stability control, Traffic Safety Administration or All-Wheel Drive, the performance construction (radial) as the (NHTSA), which grades tires by of these systems can also be original tires. treadwear, traction, and affected. temperature performance.
Page 274 Vehicle Care Quality grades can be found norm due to variations in driving to the generation of heat and its where applicable on the tire habits, service practices and ability to dissipate heat when sidewall between tread shoulder differences in road tested under controlled and maximum section width.
Page 275: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care Wheel Alignment and Tire Some aluminum wheels can be Caution repaired. See your dealer if any of Balance these conditions exist. The wrong wheel can also cause The tires and wheels were aligned Your dealer will know the kind of problems with bearing life, brake and balanced at the factory to wheel that is needed.
Page 276: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat Warning It is unusual for a tire to blow out Warning Driving on a flat tire will cause while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. are maintained properly. See Tires Do not use tire chains.
Page 277 Vehicle Care When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement be badly injured or killed if the 2. Put an automatic of wheel blocks (1), if equipped. transmission in P (Park) or a vehicle slips off the jack.
Page 278: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care Tire Sealant and If this vehicle has a tire sealant and Warning compressor kit, there may not be a Compressor Kit spare tire and tire changing Overinflating a tire could cause equipment, and on some vehicles the tire to rupture and you or Warning there may not be a place to store others could be injured.
Page 279 Vehicle Care The kit includes: 3. Pressure Gauge Using the Tire Sealant and 4. Pressure Deflation Button Compressor Kit to Temporarily (If equipped) Seal and Inflate a 5. Tire Sealant Canister Punctured Tire 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) Follow the directions closely for 7.
Page 280 Vehicle Care heated environment for five minutes. 5. Attach the sealant/air hose (6) This will help to inflate the tire onto the tire valve stem. Turn it faster. clockwise until it is tight. If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 6.
Page 281 Vehicle Care The pressure gauge (3) will Be careful while handling the Caution initially show a high pressure tire sealant and compressor kit while the compressor pushes as it could be warm after If the recommended pressure the sealant into the tire. Once usage.
Page 282 Vehicle Care location. Do not exceed the inflation pressure, inflate the speed on this label until the tire to the recommended damaged tire is repaired or inflation pressure. replaced. 20. Wipe off any sealant from the 17. Return the equipment to its wheel, tire, and vehicle.
Page 283 Vehicle Care See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 275 for If the vehicle has an accessory The pressure gauge (3) may other important safety warnings. power outlet, do not use the read higher than the actual tire cigarette lighter. pressure while the compressor 1.
Page 284: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 13. Disconnect the air only hose Removal and Installation of the (7) from the tire valve stem by Sealant Canister turning it counterclockwise, and To remove the sealant canister: replace the tire valve stem cap. 1. Unwrap the sealant hose. 14.
Page 285: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care Tire Changing To access the spare tire and tools: Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Open the trunk. Removing the Spare Tire and 2. Remove the spare tire cover. Tools Take off the wheel cover or center cap, if the vehicle has one, to reach 3.
Page 286 Vehicle Care 3. Pull the cover or center cap Warning Warning away from the wheel. Store the wheel cover in the cargo area Getting under a vehicle when it is Lifting a vehicle and getting under until you have the flat tire lifted on a jack is dangerous.
Page 287 Vehicle Care Caution Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 10. Raise the vehicle by turning the 11. Remove all of the wheel nuts. jack handle clockwise.
Page 288 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning Warning (Continued) towel can be used; however, use Never use oil or grease on bolts nuts. See Capacities and a scraper or wire brush later to or nuts because the nuts might Specifications 0 321 for original remove all rust or dirt.
Page 289 Vehicle Care Caution Wheel covers will not fit on the vehicle's compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare, the cover or the spare could be damaged. Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 1.
Page 290: Compact Spare Tire
Vehicle Care The compact spare is for temporary with the spare tire installed and it is Do not mix the compact spare tire or use only. Replace the compact recommended that the vehicle wheel with other wheels or tires. spare tire with a full-size tire as They will not fit.
Page 291: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care Jump Starting Key Access Keyless Access Place the ignition key in the ON/ With the brake pedal not applied, Jump Starting - North RUN position and proceed as press and hold the ENGINE START/ follows: STOP button for more than America (On-board with five seconds.
Page 292: Jump Starting - North America (With Or Without Eassist)
Vehicle Care ATTEMPT START or JUMP Jump Starting - North Warning START DISABLED SEE America (with or without OWNERS MANUAL. Batteries can hurt you. They can eAssist) If the vehicle is started, the be dangerous because: For more information about the on-board jump start function will be They contain acid that can vehicle battery, see Battery - North...
Page 293 Vehicle Care The vehicle has a battery cover that Caution must be removed to gain access to the battery for jump starting. If the other vehicle does not have a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged.
Page 294 Vehicle Care good battery. Use a remote Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued) positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. be covered by the vehicle and some have been blinded. 6. Connect one end of the black warranty. Whenever possible, turn Use a flashlight if you need more negative ( ) cable to the off or unplug all accessories on...
Page 295: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care Towing Recreational Vehicle Caution (Continued) Towing Towing the Vehicle covered by the vehicle warranty. Recreational vehicle towing means Always connect and remove the towing the vehicle behind another jumper cables in the correct order, Caution vehicle, such as behind a motor making sure that the cables do home.
Page 296 Vehicle Care Is the proper towing equipment Dinghy Towing (with Manual Caution going to be used? See your Transmission) dealer or trailering professional If the vehicle is towed with all four for additional advice and wheels on the ground, the equipment recommendations.
Page 297 Vehicle Care 5. Shift the transmission to Dolly Towing from the Front 4. Firmly set the parking brake. Neutral. (Front-Wheel Drive) 5. Use an adequate clamping 6. Release the parking brake. device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels When towing the vehicle for are locked into the extended periods of time, start the...
Page 298: Appearance Care
Vehicle Care Dolly Towing from the Front Dolly Towing from the Rear Appearance Care (All-Wheel Drive) Exterior Care Locks Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the locks greased after using. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 317.
Page 299 Vehicle Care If using an automatic car wash, the vehicle as soon as possible. Caution (Continued) follow the car wash instructions. The If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for windshield wiper and rear window your dealer. Follow all wiper, if equipped, must be off.
Page 300 Vehicle Care Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Do not use cleaners that are not Solvents, alcohols, fuels, Moldings intended for automotive use. or other harsh cleaners. Use a nonabrasive wax on the Ice scrapers or other hard items. Caution vehicle after washing to protect Aftermarket appearance caps or and extend the molding finish.
Page 301 Vehicle Care Air Intakes may require more frequent Caution application. Black marks from Clear debris from the air intakes, rubber material on painted surfaces between the hood and windshield Chrome wheels and other chrome can be removed by rubbing with a when washing the vehicle.
Page 302 Vehicle Care Inspect power steering for proper fluid will decrease the life of the Caution (Continued) hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, transfer case and/or axles and chafing, etc. should be replaced. brushes. Damage could occur Visually check constant velocity joint Sheet Metal Damage and the repairs would not be boots and axle seals for leaks.
Page 303: Interior Care
Vehicle Care dark spots etched into the paint Before using cleaners, read and Do not use solvents or cleaners surface. See Finish Care follow all safety instructions on the containing solvents. previously in this section. label. While cleaning the interior, Interior Glass open the doors and windows to get Interior Care...
Page 304 Vehicle Care Coated Moldings 2. Remove excess moisture by Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces gently wringing until water does and Vehicle Information and Coated moldings should be cleaned. not drip from the cleaning cloth. Radio Displays When lightly soiled, wipe with a 3.
Page 305 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel, Leather, Cargo Cover and Caution (Continued) Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Convenience Net Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and the appearance and feel of Wash with warm water and mild Natural Open Pore Wood leather or soft trim, and are not detergent.
Page 306: Floor Mats
Vehicle Care Floor Mats Do not use a floor mat if the Removing and Replacing the vehicle is not equipped with a Floor Mats floor mat retainer on the driver Warning Pull up on the rear of the floor mat side floor.
Page 307: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance Service and General Information changes and tire rotations and additional maintenance items like Maintenance Your vehicle is an important tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper investment. This section describes blades. the required maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this schedule to help General Information Caution protect against major repair...
Page 308: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance frequent checks and services. The Used for taxi, police, or delivery Maintenance Additional Required Services - service. Schedule Normal are for vehicles that: Refer to the information in the Carry passengers and cargo Maintenance Schedule Additional Owner Checks and Services within recommended limits on Required Services - Severe chart.
Page 309 Service and Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required Inspect tire wear. See Tire Inspection 0 268. Services Every 12 000 km/ When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL 7,500 mi Visually check for fluid leaks. SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within Rotate the tires, if recommended for Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
Page 310 Service and Maintenance Check automatic transmission Visually inspect gas strut for shift lock control function. See signs of wear, cracks, or other Automatic Transmission Shift damage. Check the hold open Lock Control Function Check ability of the strut. See your 0 244.
Page 311 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 312 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services - Normal excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first. More frequent (6) Or every three years, whichever passenger compartment air filter comes first.
Page 313 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 314 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Special Application Schedule Additional Required comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services Services - Severe excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. (1) Or every two years, whichever Severe Commercial Use comes first.
Page 315: Maintenance And Care
Service and Maintenance Additional To avoid break-down or failure to Trained dealer technicians have start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Maintenance and Care battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts Trained dealer technicians have Your vehicle is an important engineered for the vehicle.
Page 316 Service and Maintenance Lamps of leaking, blown seals, information on how to clean and or damage, and can advise protect the vehicle s interior and Properly working headlamps, when service is needed. exterior, see Interior Care 0 302 and taillamps, and brake lamps are Exterior Care 0 297.
Page 317 Service and Maintenance Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view. Signs of wear include streaking, skipping across the windshield, and worn or split rubber. Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed.
Page 318: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. Look for the dexos1 approved logo for GM approved engine oil. See Engine Oil 0 228. ®...
Page 319: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 55560894 A3128C Engine Oil Filter 2.0L L4 Engine 12640445 PF64 2.4L L4 Engine...
Page 320: Maintenance Records
Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 321: Technical Data
Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification This label, in either the glove box or Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) the trunk area, has the following Vehicle Identification information: Number (VIN) ....320 Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label .
Page 322: Vehicle Data
Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System 2.0L L4 Engine 7.4 L 7.8 qt...
Page 323 Technical Data Capacities Application Metric English 2.4L L4 Engine (LUK) 62.8 L 16.6 gal Wheel Nut Torque 110 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code...
Page 324: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2.4L LUK Engine 2.4L LEA Engine Belt removal and installation 2.0L Engine requires special tools. See your dealer for service.
Page 325: Customer Information
Procedure ....324 Buick. Normally, any concerns with General Motors ... . . 335...
Page 326 40 days. If you do not agree with the When contacting Buick, remember decision given in your case, you STEP THREE Canadian that your concern will likely be...
Page 327: Customer Assistance
Roadside Assistance: decision, should be completed in However, if a customer wishes to 1-800-268-6800 approximately 70 days. We believe write or e-mail Buick, the letter our impartial program offers should be addressed to: All Overseas Locations advantages over courts in most...
Page 328: Online Owner Center
Access third party enthusiast (Preferred Dealer Center. Any TTY user can sites and social media networks. Information) : Select a dealer and communicate with Buick by dialing: view locations, maps, phone Locate owner resources such as 1-800-832-8425. TTY users in numbers, and hours.
Page 329: Program
General Motors North America and have the following information scooter lift for the vehicle. Buick reserve the right to make any ready: changes or discontinue the For more information on the limited Your name, home address, and Roadside Assistance program at offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or...
Page 330 Trip Interruption Benefits and Road or Highway: Tow to the Assistance: Must be over Roadside Assistance nearest Buick dealer for 150 km from where your trip was Impound towing caused by warranty service, or if the vehicle started to qualify. General violation of any laws.
Page 331: Scheduling Service
Customer Information Scheduling Service Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Appointments Program Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, When the vehicle requires warranty To enhance your ownership if you are unable to do so, your service, contact your dealer and experience, we and our participating dealer may offer the following request an appointment.
Page 332: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information Courtesy Rental Vehicle General Motors reserves the right to are preserved. The use of Genuine unilaterally modify, change, GM parts can help maintain the GM For an overnight warranty repair, the or discontinue Courtesy New Vehicle Limited Warranty. dealer may provide an available Transportation at any time and to courtesy rental vehicle or provide for...
Page 333 Customer Information Limited Warranty, and any vehicle specify aftermarket collision parts. Give only the necessary information failure related to such parts is not When purchasing insurance, we to police and other parties involved covered by that warranty. recommend that you ensure that the in the crash.
Page 334: Information
Customer Information If the airbag has inflated, see What repaired with Genuine GM parts, Service Bulletins Will You See after an Airbag even if your insurance coverage Service Bulletins give additional Inflates? 0 67. does not pay the full cost. technical service information If another party's insurance needed to knowledgeably service...
Page 335: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Information Current and Past Models Radio Frequency Reporting Safety Statement Technical Service Bulletins and Defects Manuals are available for current This vehicle has systems that and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects operate on a radio frequency that ORDER TOLL FREE: complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the to the United States...
Page 336: Reporting Safety Defects To
Call 1-800-521-7300, or write: crash, and, if equipped, to provide antilock braking to help the driver Buick Customer Assistance Center Reporting Safety Defects control the vehicle. These modules P.O. Box 33136 may store data to help the dealer...
Page 337: Event Data Recorders
Customer Information Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or better understanding of the share it with others except: with the This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, event data recorder (EDR).
Page 338: Onstar
Customer Information ® OnStar Infotainment System If the vehicle is equipped with If the vehicle is equipped with a ® OnStar and has an active navigation system as part of the subscription, additional data may be infotainment system, use of the collected through the OnStar system may result in the storage of system.
Page 339: Onstar
OnStar OnStar OnStar Overview Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details including system limitations at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar Overview The OnStar system status light is OnStar Overview ... . . 338 next to the OnStar buttons.
Page 340: Onstar Services
OnStar ® Obtain the Wi-Fi hotspot name OnStar Services Security or SSID and password, If equipped, OnStar provides these if equipped. Emergency services: Press to connect to an OnStar Emergency Services require With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Advisor to: a specific OnStar subscription plan. OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Verify account information or With Automatic Crash Response, in...
Page 341: Connections
OnStar 2. Request directions to be 2. Say Repeat. System Connections downloaded to the vehicle. responds with the last direction The following OnStar services help given, then responds with 3. Follow the voice-guided with staying connected. OnStar ready, then a tone. commands.
Page 342 OnStar (no Internet connection, 3G, Locate the vehicle on a map 2. Say Call. System responds: 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality (U.S. market only). Call. Please say the name or (poor, good, excellent). number to call. Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot 3.
Page 343: Diagnostics
OnStar End a Call OnStar Additional Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Information Press . System responds: Call ended. Press and follow the prompts to In-Vehicle Audio Messages speak to an Advisor as soon as Verify Minutes and Expiration possible. The Advisor will update Audio messages may play important vehicle records and explain OnStar Press...
Page 344 OnStar See Radio Frequency Statement OnStar Personal Identification Press to speak with an 0 334. Number (PIN) Advisor. Services for People with A PIN is needed to access some OnStar services cannot work unless OnStar services. The PIN will need Disabilities the vehicle is in a place where to be changed the first time when...
Page 345 OnStar vehicle has not been started for Cellular and GPS Antennas Add-on Electrical Equipment five days, OnStar can contact Cellular reception is required for The OnStar system is integrated Roadside Assistance or a locksmith OnStar to send remote signals to into the electrical architecture of the to help gain access to the vehicle.
Page 346 OnStar statement or separately disclosed at may unlawfully intercept or access above copyright notice and this the time of installation. These transmissions and private permission notice appear in all updates or changes may also cause communications without consent. copies. a system to automatically THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED OnStar - Software communicate with GM servers to...
Page 347 OnStar unzip: This software is provided as is, self-extracting archive; that is without warranty of any kind, permitted without inclusion of This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the express or implied. In no event shall this license, as long as the Info-ZIP copyright and license.
Page 348 OnStar the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail addresses or of the Info-ZIP URL(s). 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use the names Info-ZIP, Zip, UnZip, UnZipSFX, WiZ, Pocket UnZip, Pocket Zip, and MacZip for its own source and binary releases.
Page 349: Index
Index Index Airbag System (cont'd) Where Are the Airbags? ..64 Accessories and Airbags Modifications ....221 Adding Equipment to the Accessory Power .
Page 350 Index Assistance Systems for Break-In, New Vehicle ..172 Capacities and Parking and Backing ..204 Bulb Replacement ....249 Specifications .
Page 351 Index Clock ......100 Cruise Control (cont'd) Door (cont'd) Light ......122 Cluster, Instrument .
Page 352 Index Engine (cont'd) Fluid (cont'd) Heater ......179 Washer ..... . . 240 Electric Parking Brake Light .
Page 353: Ignition Transmission Lock
Index Fuses Hood ......222 Engine Compartment Fuse Horn ......99 Halogen Bulbs .
Page 354: Headlamps, Front Turn
Index Lane Departure Warning Lights (cont'd) High/Low Beam Changer ..148 Light ......118 Jump Starting - North Lap-Shoulder Belt .
Page 355 Index Messages (cont'd) Off-Road Starting the Vehicle ... 137 Recovery ..... 164 Maintenance Tire .
Page 356 Index Parking (cont'd) Program Replacing Airbag System ..74 Brake ......189 Courtesy Transportation .
Page 357: Shift Lock Control Function
Index Security Shifting Light ......121 Into Park ..... . 181 Safety Belts .
Page 358 Index Storage Areas Tires (cont'd) Tires (cont'd) When It Is Time for New Center Console ....95 All-Season ....256 Convenience Net .
Page 359 Index Turn Signal Vehicle Care (cont'd) Windshield Bulb Replacement ... . 247 Tire Pressure ....262 Wiper/Washer .

Buick 2016 Regal Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

In Brief 5 in Brief Vehicle Features Performance and Maintenance

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Initial Drive Information

Vehicle Features

Performance and Maintenance

26 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks

Keys and Locks

Doors

Vehicle Security

Exterior Mirrors

Interior Mirrors

Windows

Roof

48 Seats and Airbag System Child Restraints

Head Restraints

Front Seats

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Airbag System

Where Are the Airbags

When Should an Airbag

What Makes an Airbag

How Does an Airbag

What will You See after an Airbag Inflates

Passenger Sensing System

Servicing the Airbag-Equipped

Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

Airbag System Check

Replacing Airbag System Parts

Child Restraints

Instruments and

Instruments and Controls

Warning Lights

Vehicle Personalization

Universal Remote System

Lighting

Exterior Lamps off

Exterior Lighting

Headlamp High/Low-Beam

Driving and

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Starting and Operating

Automatic Transmission

Drive Systems

Conversions and Add-Ons

Quick Links

Chapters

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