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The 2003 Le Sabre Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... Front Seats ............................................... Safety Belts .............................................. Child Restraints ....................................... ...................................... Air Bag Systems RestraintSystemCheck ............................ Features and Contro[s ..................................... Keys ........................................................ Doors and Locks .....
G7 - GM GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem and the name LE SABRE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Buick Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual.
You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,’’ “Don’t do this’’ or “Don’t let this happen.” These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this book you will find these notices: Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gage or indicator. Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle.
These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY p\ LATCH BOTH LAP AND PROTECTBELTS OCCUPANT SHOULDER TO DONOTTWISTSAFETY BELT WHEN ATTACHING PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING B, - - LIGHTING MASTER SWITCH / MOVE SEAT FULLY REARWARD’ SECURE CHILD SEAT COMPLETELY THEN SECURE CHILD SEAT PARKING LAMPS DO NOT INSTALL A REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT IN THISSEATING POSITION /= \$$ I PULL BELT AVO ID SPARKS OR FLAMES \ TURN SIGNALS FASTEN SEAT BELTS CAUSTIC
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ...................................................... 1-2 Manual Seats ................................................ 1-2 Power Seats .................................................. 1.2 Manual Lumbar .............................................. 1.3 Power Lumbar ...............................................1-4 1-5 Heated Seats ................................................. Reclining Seatbacks ........................................
Front Seats Power Seats Manual Seats Y - _I can lose cor )Iof t ve :leif 1 1 tryto adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving. Pull up on the control bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar.
Horizontal Control: Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by pressing the forward edge of the control up or down. Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by pressing the rear edge of the control up or down. Move the seat forward or rearward by pressing the control toward the front or rear of the vehicle. Move the seat higher or lower by holding the whole control up or down. Vertical Control (Option): Move the seatback into a reclined position by pressing the top of the control backward.
Power Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature, the power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of each front seat. Use the power seat control first to get the proper position. Then continue with the lumbar adjustment. I -4 To reshape the lower seatback, press the lumbar control forward to increase support and rearward to decrease support. Press the control up or down to raise or lower the support mechanism.
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Reclining Seatbacks If your vehicle has power seats, the vertical control described previously in this section reclines the front seatbacks. If your vehicle has the manual recliner, lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seatback. Pull up on the lever without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will go to an upright position. 1-6 L But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.
Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion canbe dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't do their job when you're reclined like this. The shoulder belt can't do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt can't do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do “h safety ’ Its. Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected fromit. You can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, you might not be, if you are buckled up.
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Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: You could be - whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index. 1-14 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it.
-I-, I ne iap part ef the beit shoirid be worn iow and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. Andyou’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulderbelt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.These parts of the bodyare best able totake belt restraining forces.
Q: What’s wrong with this? You can be serioi y hurt if . ur shc der belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
You can be seriously injured if your beltis buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would bethere, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
Q: What’s wrong with this? JOU weal -.le You canbe s- -ously jured shoulder belt under yourarm. In a crash, your body would move toofar forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver orspleen. ~ A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn't have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. I I I I I A: The belt is twisted across the body.
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Center Front Passenger Position n U Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front bench seat, someone can sit in the center position. When yousit in the center front seating position, you have alap safety belt, which has no retractor.To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it alongthe belt.
Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-30. Make sure the release button on the buckie is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted canbe thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. Lap-Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1.
If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. i i tne Delt ISnot long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-30. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.
’ 1-26 A .9 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If youslid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.This could cause serious or evenfatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and acrossthe chest. These partsof the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
You can be seriously hurt i.1 your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have this feature already. If it doesn’t, you can get it from any GM dealer. Rear shoulder belt comfort guides provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide available for each outside passenger position in the rear seat.
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To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them outof the guides. Slide the guide into its storage pocket on the side of the seatback. Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender.It’s free. When you goin to order it,take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will belong enough for you.
A: Older Children If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. It should never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat.
I I Never do this. Here two children are wearingt:he same be!It. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children canbe crushed together and seriously injured.A belt must be used by only one personat a time. Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child isso small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? A: If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window, move the child toward the center of the vehicle.
Nevel __ ,his. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt inthis way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt's force would then be applied right on the child's abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. Wherever the chiid sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child's thighs.
Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Forexample, in acrash at on1 !5 I h (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (1 10 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. lildren who ar ~pagain , or very close to, any air bag whenit inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants.
Q: What are the different types of add-on child restraints? A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used. For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available.
Child Restraint Systems The body structi of a young hild is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. 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 bodyarea that's unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries.
A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. 1-38 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
n. 'Qe !?ow ao cniia restra!nEs work? -I -.---l..-l--l- A: A child restraint system is any device designed for I A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and sGii?6 ~li9-L.L.ck bGGsteise-.;s ;7z".eL. ;i.".e-puin; ;-,ai.i-less. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children.
When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury.
Wherever you instal! restraint properly. A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger’s air bag if it inflates. Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat.It’s always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat. You may secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat, but before you do, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go.
Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “toptether”. It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap-equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored. Others require the top strap always to be anchored. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint.
In Canada; the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positions. You’ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel. Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points.
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) U Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You'll find anchors (A) in all three rear seat positions. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system will have a label sewn into the seatback at each anchor point.
J If a L, ..‘CH-type child rest1-..It ,.i .’t attach,, to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting there.In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraintis properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint.
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 . Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Attach the anchor points on the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. If the child restraint is forward-facing, attach the top strap to the top strap anchor. See Top Strap on page 1-42.
I . Put the restraint 011 the seat. A child in a cl 1 rest( jn the center 1. -nt seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger’s air bag if it inflates. Never secure a child restraintin the center front seat. It’s always better to secure a child restraintin the rear seat. You may secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat, but before you do, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go.
3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 5. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
A child _ _ _ a rear-fa-..Ig child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger's air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat.
You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See Top Strap on page 1-42 if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag, always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward-facing child restraint. See Power Seats on page 1-2. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. 3.
Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. If your vehicle has a side impactair bag for the right front air bag passenger, the words AIR BAG will appear on the covering on the side of the right front passenger’s seatback closest to the door. Your vehicle has a frontal air bag for the driver and a frontal air bag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may also have a side impact air bag for the driver, and another side impact air bag for the right front passenger.
ud can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt - even if you have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chanceof hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don’t replacethem. Frontal air bags d ~ the r driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes.
Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force, faster than blink the of aneye. If you’re too close to an inflating bag,air as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for air bag inflation before and during a crash. Alwayswear your safety belt, even with frontal air bags. The driver shouldsit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle.
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If something is between an occupant and an it air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or might force the object into that person causing severe injury oreven death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything onthe steering wheel hub or on ornear any other air bag covering. Don’t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag.
The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level”. In addition, your vehicle has “dual stage” frontal air bags, which adjust the amount of restraint according to crash severity. For moderate frontal impacts, these air bags inflate at a level less than full deployment.
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? How Does an Air Bag Restrain? In animpact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For both frontal and side impact air bags, the sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, the air bag andrelated hardware are all part of the air bag modules. Frontal air bag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel.
’Nhzt \bdi!! You See After an -Air ___ Qaa u a Inflates? ? ? After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module will be hot for a short time. These components include the steering wheel hub for the driver’s frontal air bag and the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s frontal air bag.
In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. 0 Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After an air bag inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air bag system won’t be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts.
Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced, There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-IO. For ub Lo 10 secon,, after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an air bag can still inflate during improper service.
Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.
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Section 3 L Features and Controls Keys ............................................................... 2.2 Remote Keyless Entry System ......................... 2.4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ........... 2.5 Doors and Locks ............................................. 2.9 Door Locks .................................................... 2.9 Central Door Unlocking System ..................... -2-10 Power Door Locks ....................................... -2-10 Door Ajar Reminder ...............
Keys Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
There Is a masterkey that works in allof the lock cylinders (driver’s door, trunk, ignition, and glove box). Your vehic!e has the p . 4 S S - k ~!!I~vehicle theft system. Both the master and VALET key have a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle’s steering column. If a replacement key or any additional key is needed, you must purchase this key from your dealer. The key will have PK3m stamped on it. Keep the bar code tag that came with the original keys.
Remote Keyless Entry System Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: e Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather.
. Remote Keyless Entrv System Operation With this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. If your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, the numbers on the back of your transmitter correspond to DRIVER #I and DRIVER #2 on the DIC. For more information see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-47.
Personalization Features Security Feedback The following list of features, if available on your vehicle, can be programmed to each driver’s preference. This feature provides feedback when the vehicle receives a command from the remote keyless entry transmitter. Feedback is only provided if all doors are closed, the ignition is off and the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is inactive.
If your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, you must program this feature using it. See Driver information Center (DIC) on page 3-47. If your vehicle is not equipped with the DIC, do the following to change to another mode: 1. Close all the doors and turn the ignition on. Keep all doors closed throughout this procedure. 2. Press and hold LOCK on the driver’s power door lock switch throughout this procedure. All the doors will lock. 3. Press the trunk button on the transmitter.
Battery Replacement To replace the battery, do the following: Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about four years. 1. Insert a coin, or similar object, into the notch near the key ring. Turn it counterclockwiseto separate the two halves of the transmitter. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location.
Doors and hacks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. Door Locks If your vehicle has a content theft-deterrent system, unlock the doors only with the key or remote keyless entry system. This will avoid setting off the alarm. ’- --locked doors can be dangerous. Passengers - especially children - can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it.
Central Door Unlocking System Door Ajar Reminder If yourvehicle has a theft-deterrent system, all doors will unlock if the key is held in theoutside key cylinder unlock position for morethan two seconds. The doors will also unlock if the key is turned to the unlock position twice in three seconds. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver lnformation Center (DIC), and a door is not fully closed, the DIC will display a DOOR AJAR message. See Driver lnformation Center (DIC) on page 3-47.
The delayed locking feature can be turned on or off. If your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, you must use it to program this feature. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-47. To turn the feature on, do the following: 1. Close all the doors and turn the ignition on. Keep all doors closed throughout this procedure. 2. Press and hold LOCK on the driver’s power door lock switch throughout this procedure. All the doors will lock. 3. Press the unlock button on the transmitter.
Mode 3: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). All doors automatically unlock when shifted into PARK (P). If your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, you must use it to program this feature. See Driver lnformafion Center (DIC) on page 3-47. If your vehicle is not equipped with the DIC, use the following procedure to change modes: 1. Close all the doors and turn the ignition on. Keep all doors closed throughout this procedure. 2.
To open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the following: Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside. 1. Unlock the door. 2. Open the door from the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or older children who ride in the rear seat won’t be able to open the rear door from the inside.
Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the locks from the inside. Then get out and close the door. Or, press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter after shutting the doors. If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent system, see Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2- 18. Trunk It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’tsee or smell CO.
The TRUNK release button is located on the driver’s door trim map pocket. Push this button to open the trunk. The transaxle must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for the remote trunk release button to work. To lock the trunk from inside your vehicle, insert the master key and turn it clockwise to LOCK. The VALET key will not work in this procedure. *. I runk Securiiy Gverriae The remote keyless entry transmitter will unlock the trunk even if the trunk release lockout switch is in LOCK.
Windows Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
pull the P,UTC? c ~ n t r oagain. ! TG partially open the window, pull the AUTO control back slightly. To raise the window, push and hold the AUTO control forward. Window Lock Out Press the LOCK button on the driver’s door armrest to disable all passenger window controls. The driver’s window controls will still be operable. If you have a Driver Information Center (DIC), you can also set the control to only lock out the rear window controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-47.
Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent alarm system. With this system, the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door (if your ignition is off). If a door is opened without the key or remote keyless entry transmitter, the alarm will go off.
The alarm can be tested by following these steps: 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the driver’s window and open the driver’s door. 2. Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open, or with the remote keyless entry transmitter. 3. Get out of the car, close the door and wait for the SECURITY light to go out. 4. Then reach in through the window, unlock the door with the manual door lock and open the door. This should set off the alarm.
PASS-Key@111 Operation Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key@Ill (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key@Ill is a passive theft-deterrent system. This means you don’t have to do anything different to arm or disarm the system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition. When the PASS-Key@Ill system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems.
Canadian Owners: If yo?! lose or danage your keysj only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key@Ill to have new keys made. To program additional keys you will need two current driver’s keys. You must add a step to the following procedure. After Step 2, repeat Steps 1 and 2 with the second current driver’s key. Then continue with Step 3. 5 ; The SEGlJRITY telltale light will turn off once the key has been programmed. It may not be apparent that the SECURITY light went on due to how quickly the key is programmed.
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to five different positions. New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Don’t drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so.
(B)LOCK: This is the on!y position in which you ca:: remove the key. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft-deterrent feature. Notice: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch.
Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position - that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Nofice: Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK(P) only when your vehicle is stopped. 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key.
If your vehicle has this feature, in very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (OOC), use of the coolant heater is not required. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.
Automatic Transaxle Operation It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if tne shift lever is not fully inPARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Your automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the steering column. PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. 2-26 Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to.
Ensure the shift !ever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. See Shifting Out of Park (P) on page 2-32.
AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@ ): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy than THIRD (3). You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power.
This vehicle has a PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake pedal. To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. TO release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot. When you lift your left foot, the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position. If you try to drive approximately 20 feet (6.
-- Shifting Into Pa:rk (P) 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyset. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow.
Engine Running Move the lever up as far as it will go. It can be dangerous to leave your 1 licle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fullyin PARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyset. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you.
Torque Lock Shifting Out of Park (P) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see Shifting lnto Park (P) on page 2-30.
En,..re exhaust ill. It c ltaithegas carbon monoxide(CO),which you can’tsee or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. ~ ~ You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. 0 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. 0 Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. Repairs weren’t done correctly. Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly.
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Idling the engine with thec....late control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust.” Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan is at the highest setting.One place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust - with CO - can come in easily.
Manual Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The dayhight adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from any headlamps behind you. Push the tab away from you for daytime use; pull it toward you for night use. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with a compass. Your vehicle’s mirror may also contain OnStaP controls. See OnStaP system on page 2-40 for more information. The mirror also includes an eight-point compass display in the upper right corner of the mirror face. When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner.
The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance. Compass variance is the difference between earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north. If not adjusted to account for compass variance, your compass could give false readings.
Outside Power Mirror I The controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver’s door armrest. the control pad is accidentally bumped while driving. Adjust each outside mirror so that you can see a little of your vehicle, and the area behind your vehicle. The mirrors may also have an arrow that flashes when the turn signal is used. See Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever on page 3-5.
Outside convex Mirror Heated Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirrocs surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. If you have this feature, the outside driver’s mirror will adiust for the glare of headlamm behind you. This feature is controlled using the on and off settings on the automatic dimming rearview mirror. See Automatic I A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
Onstar@System Onstar@Services Onstar@provides a number of service plans to closely meet your needs. Some of the services currently provided by Onstar@are: Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment EmergencyServices Roadside Assistance Stolen Vehicle Tracking AccidentAssist Onstat-@ usesglobal positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and state of the art call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information and convenience services.
QnStar@Personal C a h g BnStar* Virtual Advisor With Onstar@Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving.It’s a hands-free wireless phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no contracts, no roaming charges and no access fees. To find out more about Onstar@Personal Calling, refer to the OnStaP owner’s guide in your vehicle’s glove box, or call OnStaP at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).
HomeLink@Transmitter If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink@ Transmitter, it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink@Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink@ programming.
4. The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after HomeLink@successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release both buttons. 6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the “Learn” or ‘Smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit. 5. Press and hold the newly-trained HomeLink@button and observe the indicator light.
Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time out” or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for HomeLink@ to pick up thesignal during programming. Similarly, some U.S. gate operators are manufactured to “time out” in the same manner.
Reprogramming a Single HomeLink@Button To program a device to HomeLink@using a HomeLink@ button previously trained, follow these steps: Resetting Defaults To reset HomeLink@ to default settings do the following: 1. Hold down the two outside buttons for about 20 seconds until the indicator light begins to flash. 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink@button. Do not release the button. 2. Continue to hold both buttons until the HomeLink@ indicator light turns off. 2.
Storage Areas Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, lift the latch release on the left side of the glove box door. Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle has a center console with two storage compartments and cupholders. The cupholders have removable liners to hold beverage containers of different sizes. To access the cuoholders and the front storage area, push the doors covering them back into the console.
Sunroof Your vehicle may be equipped with a sunroof. The sunroof has both manual and express features for opening the glass panel and sunshade. The switch for the sunroof is located on the headliner between the sun visors. Open: Press and hold the switch rearward to the first position to open the glass panel and sunshade. The sunshade can also be opened manually. Comfort Stop: Press and release the switch rearward to the second position to express open the glass panel to the comfort stop position.
Vehicle Personalimati Memory Seat and Mirrors To save your seat and mirror positions into memory, use the following procedure: 1. First identify the DRIVER # on the Driver Information Center (DIC) by pressing the MEMORY button 1 or 2 or by pressing the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-47. 2. Adjust the driver’s seat and lumbar position to a safe and comfortable driving position. Adjust both outside mirrors to suit you.
To recall your memory positions, your vehicle must be in PARK (P). Push andrelease the MEMORY button corresponding to the desired driving position. The seat and mirrors will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver. You will hear one beep. To store the exit position for an easy exit, use the following procedure: 1. First identify the DRIVER # by pressing the MEMORY button 1 or 2 or by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter.
Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .... ........3.2 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................ 3.3 Other Warning Devices ................................... 3.4 Horn ............................................................. 3.4 Tilt Wheel ..................................................... 3.4 Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever ......................... 3.5 Exterior Lamps ............................................. 3.12 interior Lamps ...................................
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The main components of your instrument pane! are the following: A. Air Outlets B. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons (If Equipped) C. Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever B. Steering Wheel Controls (if Equipped) E. Hazard Warning Flashers F. Instrument Panel Cluster G. Traction Control Button (If Equipped) H. Exterior Lamp Buttons I. Head-Up Display (HUD) Controls (If Equipped) J. Hood Release K. ParkingBrake L.Cruise Controls M. Audio System N. Climate Controls 0.
The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of the steering column. Horn Press the center area of the steering wheel to sound the horn. Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column.
Turn Signal/Multidunction Lever Turn and Lane-Change Signals To signal a turn, move the lever on the left side of the steering wheel all the way up or down. The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse. SeeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-90. If your vehicle is equipped with the Head-Up Display (HUD), this symbol will also appear in the display area to indicate the high beams are on. See Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 3-79 for more information. Turn Signal On Chime Flash-To-Pass If your turn signal is left on for more than 0.
Windshield Wipers Off: Turrr the band to OFF to turn the wipers off. MIST: For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer. LO (Low Speed): Turn the band to LO for steady wiping at a slow speed. HI (High Speed): Turn the band to HI for steady wiping at a high speed. The wiper speed may be set for a long or short delay between wipes.
RainsenseTMII Wipers If your vehicle has this feature, the moisture sensor is mounted on the interior of the windshield below the rearview mirror and is used to automatically operate the wipers. This system operates by monitoring the amount of moisture build-up on the windshield. Wipes occur as needed to clear the windshield depending on the driving conditions and the sensitivity setting. In light rain or snow, fewer wipes will occur. In heavy rain or snow, wipes will occur more frequently.
Cruise Control The switches to operate cruise control are located on the steering wheel. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This is helpful on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safelyat a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic.
Sc 7 n g Cruise Control P --- leave your c se control on when you’re not Using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. YOU could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. ~~ IOU 1. Press the ON/OFF switch to turn cruise control on. An indicator light will come on in the switch to show that cruise control is on. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3.
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press the SET/COAST switch, then release it and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed. Press the RESUME/ACCEL switch.
Exterior Lamps Wiper Activated Headlamps The exterior lamp control buttons are located to the left of the steering This feature turns on the low-beam headlamps, instrument panel cluster backlighting and taillamps when the Twilight Sentinel@ is in day mode and after the windshield wipers have been in use for approximately six seconds. To operate the wiper activated headlamps, the Twilight Sentinel@must be on.
Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before swset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada.
Twilight Sentinel@ Twilight Sentinel@turns your headlamps on and off by sensing how dark it is outside. The lever for this feature is located to the left of the steering column. If you slide the lever all the way to MAX, your headlamps will remain on for about three minutes after you turn off your engine. As you slide the lever toward OFF, the headlamps will turn off more quickly. You can change this delay time from only a few seconds to three minutes.
Light Sensor IlraaWiQr Lamps Your Twilight Sentinel@ and DRL work with the light sensor located on top of the instrument panel. Instrument Panel Brightness The lever for this feature is located to the left of the steering column. Don’t cover it up. If you do, the sensor will read “dark” and the Twilight Sentinel@lighting will turn on.
Courtesy Lamps Theater Dimming If it is dark enough outside, when any door is opened, several lamps go on. They make it easy for you to enter and leave the vehicle. You can also turn these lamps on by sliding the INTERIOR lever all the way to the top. This feature allows for a three to five-second fade outof the courtesy lamps instead of immediate turn off.
To turn the feature on, do the following: This feature can be programmed in the on or off mode for each transmitter. 1. Close all the doors and turn the ignition on. Keep all doors closed throughout this procedure. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), you must use it to program this feature. See Driver hiormation Center (DIC) on page 3-47. 2. Press and hold LOCK on the power door lock switch throughout this procedure. All the doors will lock.
Front Reading Lamps Power will be restored for an additional 10 minutes if any door is opened, the trunk is opened or the courtesy lamp switch is turned on. To restore power back to the cigarette lighters the ignition must be turned back to RUN. Battery Load Management The front reading lamps, located on the headliner, are turned on or off by pressing one of the buttons located near each lamp.
+ 1 n)'i CHECK GAGES If the HUD image is too bright, or too high in your field of view, it may take you more timeto see things you need to see when it's dark outside. Be sure to keep theHUD image dim and placed low in your field of view. I -0 ' 4 I I If your vehicle is equipped with the Head-Up Display (HUD), you can see some of the driver information that appears on your instrument panel cluster. Theinformationmaybedisplayed in Englishor metric units and appears as a reflection in the windshield.
3. Now press the image height adjuster switch to position the image as low as possible, while still keeping it in full view. 4. Slide the dimmer lever downward until the HUD image is no brighter than necessary. To turn the HUD display off, slide the dimmer lever all the way down. If the sun comes out and the sky becomes cloudy, you may need to adjust the HUD brightness using the dimmer lever. Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see.
If the ignition is on and you can’t see the HUD image, check to see if: 0 Something is covering the HUD unit. The HUD dimmer lever is adjusted properly. The HUD image is adjusted to the proper height. e A fuse is blown. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-90. Keep in mind that your windshield is part of the HUD system. If you ever have your windshield replaced, be sure to get one that is designed for HUD or your HUD image may look blurred or out of focus.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. To use a lighter, push the center all the way in and let it go. When it is ready, the center will pop back out by itself. Pull out the entire unit to use it. Notice: Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Climate Controls Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. @ FAN: Move this lever to select the speed of the fan. Moving the lever between LOW and HIGH will decrease or increase the fan speed. The fan will be off when the system is off. To change the current mode, select one of the following: REGIRC (Recirculation): This mode keeps outside air from coming in the vehicle.
OFF: The ventilation system always allows fresh air to flow through your vehicle when it is moving. The system will try to keep theair at apreviously chosen temperature. When the system is off, the blower fan is also off. On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps the system to operate more efficiently.
Sensors Rear Window Defogger The solar sensor on your vehicle monitors the solar radiation and the air inside of your vehicle, then uses the information to maintain the selected temperature by initiating needed adjustments to the temperature, the fan speed and the air delivery system. The system may also supply cooler air tothe side of the vehicle facing the sun. The recirculation mode will also be activated, as necessary.
Dual Automatic Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): Press the AUTO button for automatic control of the inside temperature, the air delivery mode and the fan speed. 3-26 1. Press the AUTO button. 2. Adjust the temperature to 75" F (24" C). Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster.
Manual Operation Pressing the FAN or AIR FLOW buttons cancels automatic operation and places the system in manual mode. Press the AUTO button to return to automatic operation. TEMP (Temperature): To manually adjust the temperature inside the vehicle, push the TEMP arrow. Push the TEMP up arrow for warmer temperature settings and the TEMP down arrow for cooler temperature settings. The setting will be shown on the display. The display will return to the outside temperature after a few seconds.
RECIRC (Recirculation): Press this button to limit the amount of outside air coming into the vehicle. It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly. Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on or off. When the button is pressed, an indicator light will come on. The recirculation mode cannot be used with the FRONT defrost or VENT mode. On hot days, open the windows to let hot air escape; then close them.
Rear Window Defogger Passenger Temperature Control The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. If your vehicle has this feature, then the driver and the front-seat passenger can select separate temperature settings. This feature allows the passenger to select a temperature that is 5" F (3" C) warmer or cooler than the driver's selected temperature. The control is located on the passenger's door armrest.
Outlet Adjustment Operation Tips Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle. Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system. Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively.
Climate Controls Personalization 2; Locate memory buttons I and 2 on the driver's door panel. If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, up to two drivers are able to store and recall climate control settings for the temperature, the fan speed and the direction of the airflow. 3. Press the memory button on the door panel that corresponds to the number on the back of the transmitter you are programming, until you hear two beeps.
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how muchfuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. Your vehicle is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.
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Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles or kilometers. Press the ENG/MET button which is located to the left of the speedometer to change from mph to km/h. Your vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed.
Safety Belt Reminder Light Air Bag Readiness Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts. There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
Battery Warning Light If the air bag readinesslight stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the air bag system may not be working properly.The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag readiness light stays on afteryou start your vehicle.
Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor.
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The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons: e If you turn the system off by pressing the button located on the end of the gearshift lever, the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again. The warning light should go off. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-9 for more information.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. SERVICE ENGINE SOON f I This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required.
If the Light Is Flashing If the Light Is On Steady The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Reducing vehicle speed. Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? Avoiding hard accelerations. If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See Filling Your Tank on page 5-7. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Have you recently changed brands of fuel? Emissions lnsp Maintenance Programs If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.
Oil Pressure Light OIL If your vehicle has the standard instrument panel cluster, this light will come on if there is a problem with your vehicle’s engine oil pressure. If your vehicle has the optional gage cluster, you can read your oil pressure directly from the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Controls and Displays on page 3-47. The oil pressure light will come on briefly when you turn your key to RUN. That’s just a check to be sure the light works. This is normal and doesn’t show a problem.
Security Light 1 I SECURlTy Your vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent alarm system.With this system; the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door (if your ignition is off). For more information see Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2- 18. Cruise Control Light CRUISE The CRUISE light comes on when you set the vehicle’s cruise control. See “Cruise Control” under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-5.
Here are some things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: Fuel Gage Q y‘ 4EB e \ SERVICE ENGINE SOON SERVICE ENGINE BRAKE SOON FUEL United States At the service station, the gas pump shutsoff before the gage reads full. e It takes more (or less) fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated half full, but it took more (or less) than half the tank’s capacity to fill it.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle may be equippedwith a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC will display information about how your vehicle is functioning, as well as warning messages if a system problem is detected. This feature also allows two different drivers to store and recall their own personal choice settings. See “DIC Controls and Displays” following for more information. The message center is continuously updated with the vehicle’s performance status.
FUEL INFO (information): Press this button to display fuel information. Press the FUEL INFO button until the display shows FUEL ECONOMY AVERAGE. Average fuel economy is viewed as a long term approximation of your overall driving conditions. To learn the average fuel economy from a new starting point, press the RESET button while the average fuel economy is displayed in the DIC. Press the FUEL INFO button until the display shows FUEL ECONOMY INST.
Press the GAGE INFObutton until the display shows BATTERY STATE.If the voltage is normal the display will show BATTERY STATE NORMAL.If the voltage drops below 10.5 volts, the displaywill show BATTERY STATE LOW. Ifthe voltage is above 16.2 volts, thedisplay will show BATTERY STATE HIGH.If the display shows the high or low message, you need to have your battery and charging system checked. Press the GAGE INFObutton until OIL LIFE INDEX appears in the display.
SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM - 54: If you ever see the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM message, it means there may be a problem with your stability enhancement system. If you see this message, try to reset the system (stop; turn off the engine; then start the engine again). If the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM message still comes on, it means there is a problem. You should see your dealer for service. Reduce your speed and drive accordingly.
DIG Vehicle Personalization The DIC can be used to program the following personal choice features available with your vehicle: Automatic Door Locks Window Lock Out Security Feedback Delayed Locking Perimeter Lighting Memory Seats Outside Curb View Assist Mirror Driver ID Language §election The personal choice settings displayed on the DIC are determined by the transmitter used to enter the vehicle.
Use the following steps for personalization programming instructions. 1. Turn the ignition on and keep the transaxle in PARK (P). 2. Inform the DIC which driver you are by pressing the unlock button on your remote keyless entry transmitter or the appropriate memory seat control. 3. Press and hold the ENG/MET button for five seconds. WELCOME TO BUCK OPTION FEATURE will appear in the display. 4. The first choice to be made will be DRIVER ID 1 or 2.
If you choose ON for UNLOCK and DRIVER for DOOR TO UNLOCK, only the driver’s door will automatically unlock when shifting into PARK or turning the key to OFF. If you choose ON for UNLOCK and ALL for DOOR TO UNLOCK, all doors will automatically unlock when shifting into PARK or turning the key to OFF. To change modes, do the following: 1. Move the arrow on the display between the selections by pressing the ENG/MET button. 2.
Security Feedback By choosing different combinations of these selections, you can choose the type of transmitter activated feedback when locking and unlocking your vehicle with your transmitter, Each time you make a selection by pressing the ENG/MET button, press the RESET button to record your choice. KEYLESS FEEDBACK - OFF/ON LIGHTSFEEDBACK - OFF/ON HORN FEEDBACK - OFF/ON If you choose ON for KEYLESS FEEDBACK you will also need to choose LIGHTS and/or HORN FEEDBACK.
Memory Seats Press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to turn on the DRL (high-beams at reduced intensity), parking lamps and back-up lamps if it is dark enough according to the Twilight Sentinel@. If your vehicle has this feature, the memory seat and mirror positions will be recalled for the identified driver when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to enter the vehicle.
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror Language Selection If your vehicle has theoutside curb view assist mirror, which tips the passenger mirror down whilethe vehicle is in REVERSE (R),it canbe madeactive or inactive through the DIC. When TILT MIRRORS- OFFION appears on thedisplay, use the ENG/METbutton to toggle the arrow between OFF and ON. When you have made your choice, press the RESET button to record your selection. For more information on this feature, see Outside Curb View Assist Mirror on page 2-38.
Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle - like a tape player,CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio - be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operationof your vehicle’s engine, Delphi Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operationof sound equipment that has been added improperly.
Radio with CD DlSP (Display): Press this button to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. The time can be displayed with the ignition on or off. SCV (Speed-CompensatedVolume): With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. To get to SCV, press the TUNE/AUDIO button repeatedly until SPEED VOL is displayed. Turn the TUNE/AUDIO button to select OFF, MIN, MED or MAX.
Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1, FM2. The display will show your selection. The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. Youcan set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2)by performing the following steps: TUNE: Turn this knob to choose a radio station. 1. Turn the radio on. la SEEK Di : Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. 2.
Setting the Tone (Bassnreble) Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: Push and release AUDIO until BASS, MID or TREBLE appears on the display. Then turn the AUDIO knob to increase or to decrease. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. AUDIO: To adjustthe balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release AUDIO until BAL appears on the display.Then turn the AUDIO knob to move the sound toward the right orthe left speakers.
sing WDS Finding a PTY Station Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. Using this system, the radio can do the following: 0 Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming, receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies, 0 display messages from radio stations, and seek to stations with traffic announcements.
SCAN: You can also scan through the channels within a category by performing the following: 1. Press P-TYP. The PTY symbol will be displayed on the screen. 2. Select a category by turning the AUDIO knob. 3. Once the desired category is displayed, press and hold either SEEK arrow, and the radio will begin scanning within your chosen category. 4. Press and hold either SEEK arrow again to stop at a particular station.
TRAF (Traffic): Press this button to seek to a station that broadcasts traffic announcements.TRAF will appear on the display. If no station is found, NO TRAF will appear on the display. When a traffic announcement comes on the current station or on a related network station, you will hear it, even if the volume is muted or a compact disc is playing. If the compact disc player is being used, play will stop during the announcement.
DlSP (Display): Press this button to see which track is playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing. To change what is normally shown on the display (track or elapsed time), press this button until you see the display you want, then hold the button until the display flashes. la SEEK Dl : Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played.
Radio with Cassette and CD This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. While you are tuned to an RDS station, the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency.
Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Push this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume. SCV (Speed-Compensated Volume): With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. To get to SCV, press the TUNE/AUDIO button repeatedly until SPEED VOL is displayed. Turn the TUNE/AUDIO button to select OFF, MIN, MED or MAX. Each higher choice allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds.
Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM, FM2, or XMI, XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTM Satellite Radio Service). The display will show your selection. The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations.
Setting the Tone (BassTTreble) Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: Push and release AUDIO until BASS, MID or TREBLE appears on the display. Then turn the AUDIO knob to increase or to decrease. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release AUDIO until BAL appears on the display. Then turn the AUDIO knob to move the sound toward the right or theleft speakers.
Finding a PTY Station (RDS and X To select and find a desired PTY perform the following: 1. Press P-TYP. The PTY symbol will be displayed on the screen. 2. Select a category by turning the AUDIO knob. 3. Once the desired category is displayed, press either SEEK arrow to select the category and take you to the category's first station. 4. If you want to go to another station within that category and the category is displayed, press either SEEK arrow once.
RDS Messages ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display. You will hear the announcement, even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing. If a cassette tape or compact disc is being used, play will stop during the announcement. You will not be able to turn off alert announcements. ALERT! will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system.
Radio Messages CAL (CALIBRATE): Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If this message appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service. Xi"" Radio Display Action Message Radio Messages Condition Required indicates content with The encryption code in your receiver is being updated, and no action is required. This process should take no longer than 30 seconds.
XMTMRadio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Message I I Action Required Condition Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service. Tune to another channel. CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this station was one of your presets, you may need to choose another station for that preset button. No Info Artist Name/Feature not available No artist information is available at this time on this channel.
XMTMRadio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Message Condition XM Locked Action Required The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles. If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced, check with the servicing facility. Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) If you tune to channel 0, you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label.
Playing a Cassette Tape The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right. If the ignition and the radio are on, the tape can be inserted and will begin playing. If you hear nothing or hear a garbled sound, the tape may not be in squarely. Press the eject button to remove the tape and start over. While the tape is playing, use the VOLUME and AUDIO controls just as you do for the radio. The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing.
Cassette Tape Messages If an error message appears while trying to play a cassette tape, it could be for one of the following reasons: e e apter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player. TIGHT TAPE: The tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil.
Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. The disc should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD while the ignition or the radio is off, first press the eject button or DISP. If you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc in the player, it will stay in the player. When you turn on the ignition or system, the disc will start playing where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source.
Compact Disc Era CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio display, it could be due to one of the following reasons: You’re driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the disc should play. e The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or upside down. The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’t be corrected, contact your dealer.
You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc. Each of the 12 trays holds one disc. Slide the button on the top of the magazine and gently pull out one of the trays. Load the trays from top to bottom, placing a disc on the tray label side up. If you load a disc with the label side down, the disc will not play and an error will occur. Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot until it locks into place. Repeat this procedure for loading up to 12 discs in the magazine.
1 To eject the magazine from the player, slide the CD changer door all the way open (to the left). The magazine will automatically eject. Remember to keep the door closed whenever possible to keep dirt and dust from getting inside the changer. Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer and the door is closed, the CD changer stack symbol will appear on the radio display.
Playing a Compact Disc If an error appears on the display, see "Compact Disc Errors" later in this section. 144 (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly reverse within a track. As the CD reverses, elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage. 2 DD (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to press this button until you seethe display you want, then hold this button until the displayflashes and a chimeis heard.
Compact Disc Errors E (Error): If this message and a number appear on the display, an error has occurred. If the error occurred while trying to play a CD in the compact disc player or changer, the following conditions may have caused the error: 0 E30: You’re driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the disc should play. E30: The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or upside down. 0 E30: The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. E34: The CD Changer door is open.
Theft-Deterrent Feature Audio Steering Wheel Controls THEFTLOCK@is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed and the radio is placed in a different vehicle. This feature requires no user input to be activated. It is automatically armed when it is put into the vehicle for the first time. If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel.
v: A VOb (Volume) Press the up or down arrow to increase or decrease volume. A v SEEK : Press the up arrow to seek to the next station and the down arrow to seek to the previous station. The soundwill mute while seeking. When playing a cassette tape or a compact disc, press the up arrow to hear the next selection. AM FM (BAND): Press this button to choose AM, FM1, FM2, XMI or XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTMSatellite Radio Service).
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player. Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use.
Care of Your CB Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge. Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge.
If, when you turn on your rear window defogger, you hear static on your radio station, it could mean that a defogger grid line has been damaged. If this is true, the grid line must be repaired. If you choose to add an aftermarket cellular telephone to your vehicle, and the antenna needs to be attached to the glass, be sure that you do not damage the grid lines for the AM-FM antennas or place the cellular telephone antenna over the grid lines.
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving. the Road. and Your Vehicle ..........4-2 Defensive Driving .......................................... -4-2 Drunken Driving ............................................. 4-3 Control of a Vehicle ........................................ 4-6 Braking ......................................................... 4-6 Traction Control System (TCS) ......................... 4-9 Steering ...................................................... 4-11 Off-Road Recovery .........
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 1-8. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do.
Drunken Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness. Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving.
According to the American Medical Association, a 180 Ib (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 - 1/2 ounces (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka. It’s the amount of alcohol that counts.
But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chanceof being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC level of 0.06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision.
Control of a Vehicle Braking You havethree systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems haveto do their work at the places where the tiresmeet the road. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4of a second.
Avoid needless heavy braking. Sone people drive in spurts - heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking - rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life.
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’s what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down.
Remember: Anti-iock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes. Using Anti-Lock Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti-lock work for you.
TRACTION OFF1 I This light should come on briefly when you start the engine. If it stays on or comes on while you are driving, there’s a problem with your traction control system. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on page 3-39.When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin.
Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here’s why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves.
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking - if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room. That’s the time for evasive action - steering around the problem.
Passing You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of aroad onto the shoulder while you’re driving. The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-iane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.
e Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. 0 When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don’t get too close.
Loss of Control A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes,steering and acceleration) don’t haveenough friction where the tires meet the road to do whatthe driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger. Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited. Driving at Night While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration or braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear).
Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. c Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. e Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. e In remote areas, watch for animals. e If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest.
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads And, if your tires don’t have muchtread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while youare driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, theharder it is to see.
Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit the r Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.
Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road.
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll save time and energy. See the next part, “Freeway Driving.’’ Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it.
Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic.
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and Sack up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion.
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such acondition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
if you drive regularly in steep country, or if you're planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. 0 0 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Coasting dow....ill in I.,UT. ._ ,L (.-, or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the workof slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn't workwell.
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. 4-26 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
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Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See Braking on page 4-6. If You’re Caught in a Blizzard Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until you hit a spot that’s covered with ice.
Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: * Turn on your hazard flashers. Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats - anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be ca---%I.
Run your engine only as longas you must.This saves fuel. When yourun the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. Thatis, push theaccelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for a while. Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat.
Notice: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle. See “Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out.” For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see Tire Chains on page 5-70. Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels.
Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-5. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle Towing” following. Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle - such as behind a motorhome.
I ' I TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE TOTAL RR. CTR. FRT. m o o n n !!%S Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow your vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Put the front wheels on the dolly. n L. h i iire veil;& Cf iI I n a -1, ,n\ rnnn t r ) . 3. Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position. 5. Release the parking brake.
And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don’t carry more than 176 Ibs. (80 kg) in your trunk. Do not ad your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehiclecan break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door.
If you put things inside your vehicle - like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else - they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they’ll keep going. Things you put inside your vehicleLI strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. * * Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. En a trunk, put them as far forwardas you can. Try to spread the weight evenly.
Towing a Trailer If you d-..’t use the correctequipmer., and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. You may also damage your vehicle; the resulting repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section.
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer Weight of the Trailer If you do, here are some important points: 8 There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. 8 Consider using a sway control. You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls.
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And if you tow a trailer, you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight, too.
Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: - 0 0 I he rear bumper on your vehicleis not intended for hitches. Do not attachrental hitches or other bumper-type hitches toit. Use only aframe-mounted hitch that does not attach the to bumper.
Trailer Wiring Harness All of the electrical circuits required for your trailer lighting system can be accessed at the driver’s side rear lamp connector. This connector is located under the carpet on the rear corner of the trunk compartment. Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer.
Backing Up Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your dealer.
Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On a long uphill grade, shift down to THIRD (3) and reduce your speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating. Parking on Hills Youreal shepark yourvehic . wi-.. a trailer attached, on a hill.
When You Are Ready to Leave Aft Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: startyourengine, shift into a gear, and release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this.
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Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............................................................ 5.3 Doing Your Own Service Work ......................... 5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle .............................................. 5-4 Fuel ............................................................... -5-5 Gasoline Octane ........................................... -5-5 Gasoline Specifications ................................... -5-5 California Fuel ......................
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Tire Chains ............................................... 5-70 If a Tire Goes Flat .................... .............5.70 Changing a Flat Tire .....................................5-71 Compact Spare Tire ...................................... 5-80 Appearance Care ............................................ 5.81 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ................. 5-81 Care of Safety Belts ...................................... 5.84 Weatherstrips ..................
You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform. See Part E: Maintenance Record on page 6-24. You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough aboutit. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners.
Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive. If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible. Otherwise, you might damage your engine. A little pinging noise when you acceierate or drive uphill is considered normal.
California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected.
If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you’ll be driving.
If you get fuel on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hotweather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise).
When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-4 1. The GAS CAP LOOSE-CHECK CAP message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC) (if equipped) if the fuel cap is not properly installed.
Checking Things Under the Ho-d 1 Things that burn can geton hot e- ,ine parts and start a fire. These include liquids likefuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshieldwasher and other fluids, and plastic or rubber.You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burnonto a hot engine. An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engineis not running. Keep hands, clothing andtools away from any underhood electric fan.
Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is located next to the parking brake pedal near the floor. 2. Then go to the front of the vehiele and p t l l l - up on the secondary hood release. The hood latch is located under the hood, near the center, and at the front edge of the grille. 3. Lift up on the latch as you lift up on the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly.
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine, you’ll see the following: 5-12
A. Engine Compartment Fuse Block B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir C. Remote Positive Terminal D. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank E. Radiator Pressure Cap F. Engine Oil Dipstick G. Engine Oil Fill Cap H. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick I. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir J. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter If the ENGINE OIL LOW - CHECK LEVEL DIC message appears on the instrument cluster, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away.
Checking Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick is located right behind the engine fans and in front of the engine oil filler cap. The top of the dipstick is a round yellow loop. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. 5-14 Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan.
If the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 5-98. A A The engine oil fill cap is located near the engine oil dipstick. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5- 12 for more information on location. Notice: Don’t add too much oil.
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. I I I 5-16 I I I I HOT WEATHER If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure the oil you use hasthe starburst symbol onthe front of the oil container.
Notice: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty. GM Goodwrench@oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20°F (-29"C), it is recommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE OW-30 oil.
When to Change Engine Oil (Vehicles with the GM Oil Life SystemTM) If so equipped, your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably. For the oil life system to work properly, you must reset the system every time the oil is changed.
What to Do with Used Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Used engine oil containscertain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin andcould even cause cancer. Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer’s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the air intake hose. This will allow you to lift the rear portion of the engine air cleanedfilter housing. 2. Remove the air intake hose that is snapped over the throttle body by pulling the hose upward and away from the throttle body which is located near the top of the engine. 5-20 4. After detaching the hose from the throttle body, pull back the entire rear portionof the engine air cleaner/filter housing bypulling upward and rearward.
Refer to Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4 to determine when to replace the air filter. Operating the engine ____._ Lhe air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air,it stops flame if the engine backfires. Ifit isn’t there and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Don’t drive withit off, and be carefu!-worMng off. on the engine with the air cleaner/filter 5. Check or replace the engine air cleaner/filter. 6.
Automatic Transaxle Fluid How to Check When to Check and Change Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department. A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
Prepare your vehicle as follows: 0 0 0 Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in PARK (P).
How to Add Fluid Engine Coolant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-23 The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL@engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOL@ extendedlife coolant.
Notice: When adding coolant, it is important that you use onlyDEX-COOL@(silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX-COOL@is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result.In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30,000 miles (50,000 km) or24 months, whichever occurs first. Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX-COOL@is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
Checking Coolant I Adding Coolant The engine coolant recovery tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-72 for more information on location. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at FULL COLD or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher.
Engine Overheating You will find a warning light about a hot engine as well as an engine coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel cluster. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if yousee or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get it cools everyone away from the vehicle until down. Wait until there is no signof steam or coolant before you open the hood.
If No Steam lis Csrning From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: * * Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high-speed driving. Idle for long periods in traffic. * Towatrailer. If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive.
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: 1 An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 See A. Coolant Recovery Tank B.
The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark when the engine is cold. The coolant level should be at the FULL HOT mark under normal operating conditions. If it isn’t, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. I {eater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you canbe burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable waterand DEX-COOL@ engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank. See Engine Coolant on page5-24 for more information. Ad l g lyplain l.._.ter toyourcooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will.
If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it. Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator R -pressure cap - even a little - they C ~ corne out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left.
3. Remove the 3800 Series ii V6 engine cover shield to access the bleed valve. 3.2. If you have the supercharged engine, remove the nut in the center of the cover shield. 3.3. Lift the engine cover shield at the front, slide the catch tab out of the engine bracket and remove the cover shield. 3.4. Put the oil fill tube, with cap attached, in the valve cover oil fill hole until you're ready to replace the cover shield. 4. After the engine cools, opent_hewoo!ant air bleed valve. There is one bleed valve.
7. Replace the 3800 Series I1 V6 engine cover shield. 7.1. Remove the oil fill tube, with cap attached, from the valve cover. 7.2. Insert the catch tab on the cover shield under the bracket on the engine. 7.3. Place the hole in the cover shield over the hole in the valve cover. Install oil fill tube and cap by twisting clockwise. 7.4. If you have the supercharged engine, install the nut in the center of the cover shield. I 8. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark. 5.
11. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. if the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX-COOL@coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. 10. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. 12. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck, reiestaltthe-pefsure cap.
Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located below the generator and behind the accessory drive belt in the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it.
e What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. if you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. See Engine Compartment Overviewon page 5- 12 for reservoir location. Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full.
Brakes Brake Fluid leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all. So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off’ your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when _.
What to Add Notist?: Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engineoil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they’ll have to be replaced. Don’t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid. Refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-23. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only.
Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes.
The braking systemon a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have tobe of top quality and work well together if the vehicleis to have reallygood braking. Your vehicle was designed andtested with top-quality GM brake parts. When you replace partsof your braking system - for example, when your brakelinings wear down and you need new ones put in - be sure you get newapproved GM replacement parts.If you don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly.
Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive you vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you aren’t careful. See “Jump Starting” next for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt.
Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Jump Starting If your vehicle’s battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the steps below to do it safely. Batteries can hurtp ’hey can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you. They contain gas that can explode or ignite. They contain enough electricity to burn you.
Notice: If you leave your radio on, it could be badly damaged. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. 5. Access the remote positive (+) terminal by removing the cover. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or in the accessory power outlet(s). Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren’t needed. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it could save your radio! 4.
Usi.,, a mao. 1 near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enoughwater. You don’t need to add water to theACDelco@ battery installed in your new vehicle. But if a battery has fittercaps, be sure theright amount of fluid isthere. If it is low, add water to take care of that first. If you don’t, explosive gas could be present. Battery fluid contains acid that can burnyou.
7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 5-48 9. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative (-) terminal if the vehicle has one.
Connect the other end of the negative (-) cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) awayfrom the dead battery, but not near engineparts that move. The eiectrical connection is just as good there,and the chance of sparks getting back tothe battery is much less. 11. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 2. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service.
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (-) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (-) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the other vehicle. 5. Return the positive (+) remote terminal cover to its original position. Jumper Cable Removal A.
Aiming If you believe your headlamps need to be re-aimed, we recommend that you take your vehicle to your dealer for service. However, it is possible for you to re-aim your headlamps as described in the following procedure. Notice: To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly, read all the instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts. The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.
Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle low beam lamps. The high beam lamps will be correctly aimed if the low beam lamps are aimed properly. The headlamp aiming devices are under the hood near the headlamps. Headlamp Horizontal Aiming Turn the horizontal aiming screw (A) until the indicator (B) is lined up with zero. B A If you believe your headlamps need horizontal (IeWright) adjustment, followthe horizontal aiming procedure.
3. At the wall or other fiat surface, measure from the Notice: Horizontal aiming must be performed before making any adjustments to the vertical aim. Adjusting the vertical aim first will result in an incorrect headlamp aim. ground upward the recorded distance from Step 2 and draw or tape a horizontal line the width of the vehicle. 1. Find theaim dot onthe lens of the low beam lamps. #----- 2. Measure the distance from the ground to the aim dnt nn each !amp; if !eft !E\! he%!?, EL!htEC! twn inches.
4. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being aimed. This should allow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the flat surface. 5. Turn the vertical aiming screw (C) until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. Notice; Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build-up which may cause damage to the headlamp.
For the type of bulb to use, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-59. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs I Halogen bulbs have pressurized gasinside and can burst if you drop or scratchthe bulb. Youor others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. 1. Remove the two bolts retaining the headlamp assembly. . 2. Slide the headlamp outward until the pins are loose.
3. Remove the headlamp assembly to access the bulbs. Front Turn Signal Lamps Once the headlamp assembly has been removed from the vehicle, the front turn signal bulbs can be accessed. 1. Reach down into the space provided by the removal of the headlamp assembly and, while pushing in the tab on the bulb assembly, turn the assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 2. Remove the old bulb by pulling it straight out of the retainer. 3. Install the new bulb and turn the bulb assembly back into place.
4. Loosen and remove the bolts that hold the assembly in place. 6. Turn the bulb socket one-quarter turn counterclockwise, while pressing it firmly. 7. Pull the bulb socket straight out of the assembly. 8. Remove the old bulb by pulling it straight out. 5. Pull out the bulb assembly. 9. Replace with a new bulb by pushing the bulb straight into the socket until the bulb clicks into place. 10. Turn the bulb socket one-quarter turn into the assemhl\~to lock it hack into place 11.
Taillamps and Back-up Lamps 2. Pull out the assembly. 1. Open the trunk. Loosen and remove the seven fasteners that hold the taillamp assembly in place. The assembly for both sides is one piece. The entire piece must be removed to replace any bulbs.
3. Push in the tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwiseto remove it. 4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. 5. Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to install the assembly.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear orcracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” under Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6- 7 7 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. To replace the wiper blade assembly, do the following: 1. Lift the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield. 2.
Tires Your newvehiclecomeswithhigh-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer.If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Buick Warranty booklet for details. I - ~ Poorly maintained and in ‘operly used tires are dangerous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. ~ - erinflate--irespos- .he samedanger as overloaded tires.
Inflation - Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). Notice: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not.
Check Tire Pressure System If your vehicle has the check tire pressure system, it can alert you to a large change in the pressure of one tire. The system won’t alert you before you drive that a tire is low or flat. You must begin driving before the system will work properly. The CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) if pressure difference (low pressure) is detected in one tire.
Don’t reset the check tire pressure system without first correcting the cause of the problem and checking and adjusting the pressure in all four tires. If you reset the system when the tire pressures are incorrect, the check tire pressure system will not work properly and may not alert you when a tire is low or high. To reset (calibrate) the system: 1. Turn the ignition switch to RUN. 2. Press the GAGE INFO button on the DIC until TIRE PRESSURE appears on the display. 3.
Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. Reset the check tire pressure system, if equipped. See Check Tire Pressure System onpage 5-63.
Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was newhad a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’ssidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that sameTPC Spec number. That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and otherthings during normal service on your vehicle.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Temperature - A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and Crepresenting the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. Notice: The wrong whee! can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, head!amp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts.
Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat Notice: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S”type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues, slow down until it stops.
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slipoff the jack and roll over you -or other people. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. Turn off the engine.
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 4. Unscrew the wing nuts to remove the container that holds the wrench and jack. 5. Remove the wheel wrench, jack and the spare tire from the trunk. The equipment you’ll need is located in the trunk. 1. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. 2. Lift and remove the cover. 3. Remove the compact spare tire. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-80 for more information about the compact spare.
Removing the Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps If your vehicle has an aluminum wheel with a center cover that hides the wheel nuts, remove the center cover by usin9 the flat end of the wheel wrench to nry it off. If your vehicle has a wheel cover, remove it by using the flat end of the wheel wrench. Pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts, but don’t remove them yet. 2.
3. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the jack head until it fits under the vehicle. 4. Put the jack into a notch in the frame which is located near each wheel well. The front notch is eight inches (20 cm) back from the front wheel well. The rear notch is three inches (8 cm) forward from the rear wheel well. The notches are accessible through openings in the plastic trim at the bottom of the vehicle.
ttir under a \ ~ - r i c l whe-. e -t is jacked -~is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. I I Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.To help avoid personal injury and vehicledamage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 5.
7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you Your wheel do, the nuts might come loose. could falloff, causing a serious accident. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the partsto which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
~ ~ ~ ? I . Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification.See ”Capacities and Specifications” in the Index for wheelnut torque specification. Incorrect wheel nuts or iL,,groperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheelto come loose and even come off. This could lead toan accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools I Sto. ..dg a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. After you’ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle, you’ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk. Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk. 5-78 Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible.
- rook E I C Storimg a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the diagram. A. Wrench D. Retainer B. Jack E. Spare Tire Cover F. Retainer C. Jack Container The compact spare tire is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can.
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
appearance care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. Andalways open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can - before they set. Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. Asoft brush may be usedif stains are stubborn. If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it will set. Using Cleaner on Fabric 1. Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. 2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section.
Vinyl Top of the Instrument Panel Use warm water and a clean cloth. Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do this more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly.
Care of Safety Belts Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Keep belts clean and dry. The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle Do nc)le: I 01 -ye safet! elts. I. ,ou -A, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.’’ Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-87. possible.
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels Tires Your vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.
Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system eventhough they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed.
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Descrbtion Chrome and Wire Wheel Cleaner WashWax Concentrate Finish Enhancer Spot Lifter I Swirl Remover Polish fine scratches and Odor Eliminator I Usage Medium foaming shampoo. Cleans and lightly waxes. Biodegradable and Dhowhate free. Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets, vinyl and cloth upholstery.
Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) You’ll find this label on your spare tire cover. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: your VIN, the model designation, paint information and SAMPLE4UX1M072675 a list of all production options and special equipment. Be Ijure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. This is the legal identifier for your vehicle.
Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless youcheck with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Someadd-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as theyshould. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 7 -6 7.
Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located near the front on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5- 12 for more information on location. Lift the cover to gain access. On some vehicles, there may be an additional cover that you will need to lift to gain access to the fuses. Fuse 22 or 23 can be moved to the outer position to provide continuous power to the auxiliary outlets or cigarette iighter wnen tne ignition is not on.
Fuses 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 5-92 Usage Powertrain Control Module Battery Right High-Beam Headlamp Left High-Beam Headlamp Ignition 1 Not Used Transaxle Cruise Control Direct Ignition System Injector Bank #2 Not Used Not Used Powertrain Control Module Ignition Oxygen Sensor Injector Bank #I Auxiliary Power Cigarette Lighter Fog Lamps/Daytime Running Lamps Horn Air Conditioner Clutch Relays 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 Circuit Breakers 41 Usage High-Beam Headl
Fuses 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 Usage Not Used Empty ABS Not Used Cooling Fan i Cooling Fan 2 Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Fuse Puller Removing the Rear Seat Cushion Notice: The battery and main fuse blocks are located under the rear seat cushion. The battery’s ground terminal and some relay wires are exposed. ?e k ! p 2veie e2:m2!ge tc !he !22!e?;l a x ! wires, be careful when removing or reinstalling the seat cushion. Do not remove covers from covered parts.
2. Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the seatback so the rear-locating guides hook into the wire loops on the back frame. 3. With the seat cushion lowered, push rearward and then press down on the seat cushion until the spring locks on both ends engage. 4. Check to make sure the safety belts are properly routed and that no portion of any safety belt is trapped under the seat. Also make sure the seat cushion is secured. 1.
The rear fuse block is located beneath the rear seat on the driver’s side. The rear seat cushion must be removedto access the fuse block. See Removing the RearSeat Cushion on page 5-93.
Fuses 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 5-96 Usage Not Used Right Parking Lamp Vent Solenoid Ignition 1 Left Parking Lamp Dimmer Satellite Digital Radio Left Front Heated Seat Not Used Rear Door Module Stoplamp ParMReverse Audio Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Not Used Not Used Passenger Door Module Body Interior Lamps Not Used Ignition Switch Fuses 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 Usage Instrument Panel Right Front Heated Seat Not Used HVAC Ignition 3 Rear Anti-Lock Brake System (A
Relays 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 Circuit Breakers 56 57 Relays 58 59 Usage Not Used Ignition 3 Fuel Tank Door Release Interior Lamps Trunk Release Front Courtesy Lamps Not Used Electronic Level Control (ELC) Usage Power Seats Power Windows Usage Cigar Rear Defogger Fuses 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 Usage Not Used Rear Defog Not Used Audio Amplifier Electronic Level Control (ELC) Cigar Not Used Not Used Not Used Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Fuse Puller 5-97
Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-23for more information.
Norma! Maintenance Rep!acement Parts Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Windshield Wiper Blades Length 22 inches (56.
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ......................................6.2 Introduction ................................................... 6.2 Your Vehicle and the Environment .................... 6-2 Maintenance Requirements .............................. 6-2 How This Section is Organized ......................... 6-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...........6-4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule .................... 6-4 Selecting the Right Schedule ...........................
Maintenance Schedule Introduction IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINEOIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGEAS ECOMMENDED Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle.
How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center dothese jobs. “Part 5: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when.
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries.
First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle.Here’s how to decide which schedule to follow: Short TripKity Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic).
Long Trip/Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance are true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for these conditions Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions will cause engine oil to break down slower.
Footnotes t The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air ResourcesBoard has determined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item will not nullify the emission warrantyor limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.
12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.) whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Rotate tires.
36,000 !!Ai!es (60 000 km) 48,000?Ai!es (80 000 km) U Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 50,000 Miles (83000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 66,000 Miles (1 10000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.) whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Rotate tires.
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote 0.)(See footnote +.) whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Rotate tires.
100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. U Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
* If your vehicle has the GM Oil Life System JM$ a computer system lets youknow when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Eased on driving conditions, themileage at which an oil change will be indicated can varyconsiderably. For the oil life system to work properly,you must reset the system every time the oil is changed.
30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 50,000 Miles (83000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.) 0 Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service.
60,000 Mi!es (100 000 km) 82,500 Mi!es (137 500 km) Cl Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.) whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Rotate tires.
100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 150,000 Miles (240000 km) U Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occursfirst). See Engine Coolant on page5-24 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. Cl Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace spark plugs.
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At Least Twice a Year Automatic Transaxle Check Restraint System Check Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed. See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5-22. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed. Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for anyother loose or damaged safety belt system parts.
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly applyboth the parking brake and the regular brake. SeeParking Brake on page2-29 if necessary Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanism Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.
Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection '3 YUGUZ3. CI Iennqcinn I- - - - a - -1-I I L Ctanrinn JLGGI Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer's service depariment or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a service manual.
Fuel System Inspection Throttle System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated.
FfuiCiLuhricant Power Steering GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 1052884, System in Canada 993294, or equivalent). DEXRON-IIII Automatic Automatic Transaxle Transmission Fluid. Key Lock Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. US. 12346241, Cylinders in Canada 10953474, or equivalent). Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Hood Latch (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, Assembly, in Canada 992723, or equivalent) or Secondary lubricant meeting requirements of Latch, Pivots, NLGl #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.
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Maintenance Recorc (cont’d) Date 6-26 Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record _____________I
Section 7 CustomerAssistanceInformation Customer Assistance Information ..................7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...................... 7-2 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ................................ 7-3 CustomerAssistance Offices ............... ......7.4 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ................................................. -7-5 Roadside Assistance Program .......................... 7.5 Courtesy Transportation ...........................
Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Buick. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should file with the GM/BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Customer AssistanceOff ices Canada Buick encourages customers to call the toil-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Buick, the letter should be addressed to Buick’s Customer Assistance Center.
GM ?AObi!itV Proarm! for Persons with Disabilities I W This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as areadriver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers. The program is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease.
We have quick, easy access to telephone numbers of the following additional services depending on yourneeds: * Hotels ID Glassreplacement ID Tire repair facilities ID Rental vehicle or taxis 0 Airports or train stations Police, fire department or hospitals In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Buick’s comprehensive warranty. However, when other services are utilized, our advisors will explain any payment obligations you might incur.
Buick has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase/leasecustomers in conjunction with the Bumper-to-Bumper coverageprovided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required.
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement up to $30 per day (five days maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such a s taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses up to $10 per day (five day maximum may be available). Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts.
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Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and specifications for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.
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Accessory Power Outlets ....... ............... 3-21 AdditionalProgramInformation ........................... 7-8 Additives.Fuel ................................................. 5-6 Add-on ElectricalEquipment ............................ 5-90 Adjusting the Speakers (Ba!ance/Fade) ...... 3-60, 3-68 Air Bag ReadinessLight .......................................... 3-36 Air Bag Systems ............................................. 1-52 HowDoesanAirBag Restrain? ....................
Automatic Transaxle Fluid ............................ .............. Operation ................................................... Automatic Transaxle Check .............................. Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check ..................................................... 5-22 2-26 6-18 6-19 Backing Up ........... ............... ................ 4-41 Battery ....................................... ................ 5-43 Battery LoadManagement ............ ................
Check EngineLight ............................................... Tire Pressure System ................................... Checking Coolant ............................................ Checking Engine Oil ........................................ Checking Things Under the Hood ...................... Checking Your Restraint Systems ...................... Chemical Paint Spotting ................................... ChildRestraints Child Restraint Systems ...............................
Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation .................................. 7-7 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users .............................................. 7-3 7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ........................... Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... 7-2 GM Mobility Program for Persons with 7-5 Disabilities ................................................ Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ......
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Fluid Automatic Transaxle ..................................... 5-22 5-38 Power Steering ........................................... Windshield Washer ...................................... 5-39 FM Stereo ..................................................... 3-83 4-40 Following Distance .......................................... Footnotes ................................................ 6-7, 6-12 Front Reading Lamps ...................................... 3-18 Fuel ...........................................
Hitches .......................................................... 4-39 HomeLink Transmitter, Programming .................. 2-43 2-42 HomeLink**R** Transmitter ............................... Hood Checking Things Under ................................ 5-10 Release ..................................................... 5-1 1 Horn ............................................................... 3-4 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank ..........................................................
K Key Lock Cylinders Service ...................... 6-18 Key Reminder Warning .................................... 2-23 Keyless EntrySystem ....................................... 2-4 Keys ............................................................... 2-2 L Lamps Exterior ...................................................... 3-12 3-1 5 Interior ....................................................... Language Selection ......................................... 3-56 Lap Belt ...............................
Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . 5-99 Maintenance Schedule At Each Fuel Fill ...................................... 6-17 At Least Once a Month ................................ 6-17 At Least Once a Year .................................. 6-18 At Least Twice a Year .................................. 6-18 6-22 BrakeSystemInspection .............................. EngineCoolingSystem Inspection ................. 6-22 ExhaustSystemInspection ...........................
P .... 2-22 New Vehicle Break-In ............................... NormalMaintenanceReplacement Parts ..... .... 5-99 0 Odometer ...................................................... 3-35 Off-Road Recovery .......................................... 4-13 Oil Engine ....................................................... 5-13 Pressure Light ............................................. 3-44 Older Children, Restraints ................................ 1-31 Onstar@Personal Calling .............................
Playing a Cassette Tape .................................. 3-74 PlayingaCompactDisc .................. 3-63,3-76, 3-80 PlayingtheRadio ................................... 3-58, 3-66 Power Accessory Outlets .................................... 3-21 Door Locks ................... .................. 2-10 Electrical System ..................................... 5-90 1-4 LumbarControls ........................................... Seat ............................................................
Replacing Restraint System Parts After aCrash ..................................................... 1-62 Reporting Safety Defects 7-9 CanadianGovernment ................................... General Motors ............................................. 7-9 7-9 United States Government .............................. Reprogramming a Single 2-46 HomeLink@Button ....................................... Resetting Defaults ........................................... 2-46 Restraint System Check .......................
Securing a Child Restraint ................... 1-46 Designed for the LATCH System RearSeat Position ...................................... 1-46 Right Front Seat Position .............................. 1-49 2-6, 2-54 Security Feedback .................................... Security Light ................................................. 3-45 SelectingtheRight Schedule, Maintenance .......... 6-5 3-25, 3-28 Sensors ................................................. Service .......................................
Tachometer .................................. ... Taillamps Back-up Lamps ........................................... TurnSignal, and Stoplamps .......................... TCS Warning Light .......................................... Testing the Alarm ............................................ Theater Dimming ......................................... Theft-Deterrent, Radio ............... ....... Theft-Deterrent Systems ................................ Content Theft-Deterrent ...............................
II w UnderbodyFlushingService ............................. UnderstandingRadioReception ........................ UniformTireQualityGrading ............................ 6-20 3-83 5-67 United States ................................................... 7-4 5-69 UsedReplacementWheels .............................. Using Cleaner on Fabric ..... .... ...... 5-82 UsingHomeLink@ ....................................... 2-45 ........... ................................. 3-61 Using RDS Vehicle Control ...............
Why Safety Belts Work ............. ............. 1-9 ................. ....... 2-17. 2-53 Window Lock Out Windows ............................. ................... 2-16 Power ........................................................ 2-17 Windshield and Wiper Blades ........................... 5-85 Windshield Washer ........................................... 3-8 5-39 Fluid .......................................................... Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check ................
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