2007 Cadillac XLR/XLR-V Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ....................... 7 Front Seats .............................................. 8 Safety Belts ............................................ 13 Child Restraints ...................................... 28 Airbag System ........................................ 44 Restraint System Check ......................... 60 Features and Controls ................................ 63 Keys .......................................................
Service and Appearance Care .................. Service ................................................. Fuel ...................................................... Checking Things Under the Hood ......... Rear Axle ............................................. Headlamp Aiming ................................. Bulb Replacement ................................ Windshield Replacement ....................... Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ..................................... Tires ........................
This manual describes features that may be available in this model, but your vehicle may not have all of them. For example, more than one entertainment system may be offered or your vehicle may have been ordered without a front passenger or rear seats. Keep this manual in the vehicle, so it will be there if it is needed while you are on the road. If the vehicle is sold, leave this manual in the vehicle.
How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If this is done, it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle. Pictures and words work together in the owner manual to explain things. Index A good place to quickly locate information about the vehicle is the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this manual you will find these notices: The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols 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 tells about something that can damage the vehicle.
These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: 6
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ..................................................... 8 Power Seats ................................................. 8 Power Lumbar .............................................. 9 Heated and Cooled Seats ............................. 9 Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel ........................................ 10 Power Reclining Seatbacks ......................... 11 Safety Belts ..................................................
Front Seats • Raise or lower the rear part of the seat Power Seats The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the seat cushions. • Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the horizontal control forward or rearward. • Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the horizontal control up or down. 8 cushion by moving the rear of the horizontal control up or down. • Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal control up or down.
Power Lumbar Heated and Cooled Seats The driver’s and passenger’s seatback lumbar support switches are located on the outboard sides of the seats. Use the power seat controls first to get the proper position, then continue with the lumbar adjustment. The buttons for the heated and cooled seats are located on the climate control system. ( (Heated/Cooled Seat): Press this button to turn the feature on.
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel Use the following steps to program each button: 1. Adjust the driver’s seat including the seatback recliner, lumbar, both outside mirrors and the steering wheel to a comfortable position. 2. Press and hold button 1 until two beeps are heard, then release the button. A second mirror, seating and steering wheel position can be programmed by repeating the above steps and pressing button 2 (for driver 2).
Two personalized exit positions can be set by first recalling the driving position (by pressing 1 or 2), then positioning the steering wheel and seat in the desired exit positions and then pressing and holding the exit button until two beeps are heard. The exit button is located between buttons 1 and 2. With the vehicle in PARK (P), the exit position for the previously set driver can be recalled by pressing the exit button.
{CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt cannot 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 with safety belts. {CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where he or she can not wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you are not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed.
You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away. Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed. Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes.
Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop.
The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 16 or the instrument panel...
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I am wearing a safety belt? A: You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are 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.
Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an accident — even one that is not your fault — you and your passenger can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children.
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. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not 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. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
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 would 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 shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if 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. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. A: The lap belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, 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 is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not 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. A: The belt is twisted across the body.
To unlatch the belt, 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. 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 do not wear safety belts.
Passenger Position Safety Belt Extender To learn how to wear the passenger’s safety belt properly, see Driver Position on page 18. If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. The passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt — except for one thing. If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way, you will engage the child restraint locking feature. If this happens, just let the belt go back all the way and start again.
Child Restraints Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? Older Children A: 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.
{CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can not properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time.
Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? A: Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. {CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child.
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.
{CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not weigh much — until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint.
Q: What are the different types of add-on {CAUTION: child restraints? A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
The restraint manufacturer’s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs. {CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body.
Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle. 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.
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. 36 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 some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
Q: How Should I Use a Child Restraint? A: A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner. To help reduce injuries, an add-on child restraint must be secured in the vehicle. With built-in or add-on child restraints, the child has to be secured within the child restraint.
When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Some child restraints have a LATCH system. As part of the LATCH system, your child restraint may have lower attachments and/or a top tether. The LATCH system can help hold the child restraint in place during driving or in a crash. Some vehicles have lower and/or top tether anchors designed to secure a child restraint with lower attachments and/or a top tether.
Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger airbag. In addition, your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag and side impact airbag when an infant in a rear-facing infant seat or a small child in a forward-facing child restraint or booster seat is detected.
CAUTION: (Continued) no system is fail-safe, and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off. We recommend that rear-facing child restraints be transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint, whenever possible. If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the passenger’s position, move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint.
3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 4. 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.
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. 8. If the airbag is off, the off indicator in the inside rearview mirror will be lit and stay lit when the vehicle is started. If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint. 6.
Airbag System Your vehicle has a frontal airbag for the driver, a frontal airbag for the passenger, a side impact airbag for the driver, and a side impact airbag for the passenger. Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Even though today’s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job.
{CAUTION: {CAUTION: Frontal airbags for the driver and passenger are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes. They are not designed to inflate in rollover, rear crashes, or in many side crashes. And, for some unrestrained occupants, frontal airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past. Both frontal and side impact airbags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye.
{CAUTION: Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. Always secure children properly in your vehicle.
Where Are the Airbags? The passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
The driver’s side impact airbag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 48 The passenger’s side impact airbag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door.
{CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. Do not let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact airbag.
Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds. For example: • If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object. • If the vehicle hits an object that deforms, the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object that does not deform.
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? How Does an Airbag Restrain? In an impact of sufficient severity, the airbag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the airbag. The inflator, the airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag modules. Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel.
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? After an airbag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the airbag inflated. Some components of the airbag module — the steering wheel hub for the driver’s frontal airbag, the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s frontal airbag, and for seating positions with side impact airbags, the side of the seatback closest to the door — may be hot for a short time.
In many crashes severe enough to inflate an airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. • Airbags are designed to inflate only once. After they inflate, you will need some new parts for the airbag system. If you do not get them, the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts.
The passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger’s frontal airbag and side impact airbag under certain conditions. The driver’s airbags are not part of the passenger sensing system. {CAUTION: The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the passenger’s seat and safety belt. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger’s frontal airbag and side impact airbag should be enabled (may inflate) or not.
• A passenger takes his/her weight off of the CAUTION: (Continued) rear-facing child restraints be transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint, whenever possible. If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the passenger’s seat, always move the passenger’s seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat.
The passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate) the passenger’s frontal airbag and side impact airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the passenger’s seat. When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbags to be enabled, the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbags are active.
{CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger’s seat may not have the protection of an airbag. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 188 for more on this, including important safety information.
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle. You do not want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 497.
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Q: Is there anything I might add to the front or sides of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly. Also, the airbag system may not work properly if you relocate any of the airbag sensors.
Restraint System Check Checking the 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. See Care of Safety Belts on page 445 for more information. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash.
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash {CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible. If you have had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary.
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Section 2 Features and Controls Keys .............................................................. 65 Keyless Access System .............................. 67 Keyless Access System Operation .............. 68 Doors and Locks .......................................... 73 Door Locks ................................................. 73 Power Door Locks ....................................... 75 Automatic Door Lock ................................... 76 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock ........
Section 2 Features and Controls Storage Areas ............................................. 121 Glove Box ................................................. 121 Cupholder(s) .............................................. 122 Center Console Storage Area .................... 122 Map Pocket ............................................... 122 64 Floor Mats ................................................. 122 Rear Storage Area .................................... 123 Convenience Net .........................
Keys {CAUTION: Leaving children unattended in a vehicle is dangerous, but it is even more dangerous if the keyless access transmitter is also left in the vehicle. 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. If they started the engine and moved the shift lever out of PARK (P), that would release the parking brake. Do not leave the keyless access transmitter in a vehicle with children.
This key, located inside the keyless access transmitter, can be used for the glove box and the trunk, if vehicle power is lost. See Trunk on page 77 for more information. Your vehicle has a keyless access system with pushbutton start. See Ignition Positions on page 88 for information on starting the vehicle. Notice: If you ever lose your transmitter(s) and/or key, it could be difficult to get into your vehicle. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in.
Keyless Access System Your vehicle has a Keyless Access System that operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
If you ever notice a decrease in the keyless access transmitter range, try doing one of the following: • Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. • Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again. • Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary.
K (Unlock): Press this button once to unlock the driver’s door. The indicator light on the door will flash twice. Press the button twice within 10 seconds to unlock both doors. If it is dark enough outside, your interior lamps will come on. Your memory settings may also be recalled when you press the unlock button on the keyless access transmitter. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 10 for more information.
5. Turn the key five times within five seconds. 6. The Driver Information Center (DIC) will display READY FOR FOB #X. X can be 2, 3 or 4. 7. Place the new, unrecognized transmitter in the glove box transmitter pocket with the buttons facing to the right. 8. Once the transmitter is programmed, a beep will sound. The DIC will display READY FOR #X, where X can be 3 or 4, or MAX # FOBS LEARNED. 9. Press the Acc. button.
3. Go to the rear of the vehicle and insert the vehicle key into the key cylinder located on the lower rear fascia on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Trunk on page 77 for more information on the key cylinder. 4. Open the trunk. 5. Turn the key five times within five seconds. 6. The DIC message will display OFF-ACC TO LEARN. 7. Press the Acc. button. 8. The DIC will read WAIT 10 MINUTES and will count down to zero, one minute at a time. 9. The DIC will display OFF-ACC TO LEARN again. 10. Press the Acc.
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your keyless access transmitter should last about three years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to change the battery. A weak battery may also cause the DIC to display NO FOB DETECTED when you try to start the vehicle.
Doors and Locks CAUTION: Door Locks (Continued) • Outsiders can easily enter through an {CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers — especially children — can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked it will not open. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive.
From the inside, use the power door lock buttons located at the top of the door panel near the window. See Power Door Locks on page 75 for more information. If you are inside the vehicle, use the door release handle located on the floor next to each seat. Pull the handle up to unlock and unlatch the door. To open a door from the inside, press the button in front of the door handle and push the door open. If power to the vehicle or the keyless access transmitter is lost, there are two ways to open the door.
Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the door panels near the windows. If you are outside the vehicle, there is a door release tab in the trunk. The tab is located behind a panel on the driver’s side of the trunk. Pull the handle to unlock and unlatch the driver’s door. See Trunk on page 77 for information on opening the trunk during a loss of power. K (Unlock): Press this portion of the button to unlock the doors. Q (Lock): Press this portion of the button to lock the doors.
When the unlock portion of the button is pressed and the door is closed, a beep will sound and the light will flash twice. When the button is pressed and the door is open, a beep will sound and the light will flash. Automatic Door Lock Your vehicle is programmed so that, when the doors are closed, the ignition is on and the shift lever is moved out of PARK (P), all the doors will lock. If someone needs to get out while the vehicle is not in PARK (P), have the person use the power door unlock switch.
Lockout Protection Your vehicle can be programmed to sound the horn three times and unlock the driver’s door when both doors are closed and there is a keyless access transmitter inside the vehicle. When the driver’s door is opened, a reminder chime will sound continuously. The vehicle will remain locked only when at least one transmitter has been removed from the vehicle and both doors are closed. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 220.
Trunk Lock Release Press the button to open the trunk. To use this feature, your vehicle must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and the valet lockout switch must be off. {CAUTION: Moving parts of the powered trunk lid can be dangerous. You or others could be injured. Keep yourself and others away from the trunk lid and its mechanism while it is closing. The trunk lock release button is located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel.
To stop the trunk lid while it is closing, do one of the following: • Press the trunk lock release button located on the instrument panel. • Use the vehicle key. • Squeeze the trunk release sensor located on the rear of the trunk lid. • Press the button with the trunk symbol on the keyless access transmitter. • Press the trunk close button on the underside of the trunk lid. To begin opening the trunk from the stopped position, use any of the methods above, except pressing the trunk close button.
Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling them to open the trunk from the inside. There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk near the latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light.
Windows {CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Power Window Initialize Power Windows The power window switches are located on each door near the armrest. After a power reconnect such as battery replacement, the express-up and index-up features will not function until the system is initialized. Once power is restored, do the following: 1. Close the door. 2. Raise the window by holding the up arrow on the power window switch. 3. Hold the up arrow for three seconds after the window is closed. Release the switch.
Express-Up Window This feature is on both power windows. Press the up arrow on the switch to the second position to activate the express-up feature. If you want to stop the window as it is raising, press the switch again. Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature If any object is in the path of the window when the express-up is active, the window will stop at the obstruction and auto-reverse to a preset factory position. Weather conditions such as severe icing may also cause the window to auto-reverse.
Window Indexing Theft-Deterrent Systems This feature automatically lowers the window a small amount when the door is opened. Then, when the door is closed, the window will raise to its full up position. 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.
Arming the System Use one of the three following items listed here to arm the system: • Press the lock button on the keyless access transmitter. • Open the door. Lock the door with the power door lock switch. The security light should flash. Remove the keyless access transmitter from the interior of the vehicle and close the door. The security light will stop flashing and stay on. After 30 seconds, the light should turn off.
Testing the Alarm Do the following to test the system: 1. Make sure the trunk lid is latched. 2. Lower the window on the driver’s door. Valet Lockout Switch The valet lockout switch is located inside the glove box. 3. Manually arm the system. 4. Close the doors and wait 30 seconds. 5. Reach through the open window and manually pull the release lever on the floor. 6. Turn off the alarm by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter. If the alarm is inoperative, check to see if the horn works.
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: • Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km). • Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 500 miles (805 km). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake, or slow, the vehicle. • Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so.
Ignition Positions Your vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition with pushbutton start. / (START): Press this button while your foot is on the brake to start the engine. The shifter must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to start the engine and the keyless access transmitter must be in the vehicle for the ignition to work. 9 Acc. (OFF/ACCESSORY): When this button is pressed, the engine will turn off even if the shifter is not in PARK (P).
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Starting the Engine The following accessories on your vehicle may be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: • Radio • Power Windows • Audio Steering Wheel Controls Move the shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N). Power to these accessories stops after 10 minutes or if a door is opened. If you want power for another 10 minutes, close all the doors and press the Acc.
To start you vehicle, do the following: 1. With your foot on the brake pedal, press the START button located on the instrument panel. If there is not a keyless access transmitter in the vehicle or if there is something causing interference with it, the DIC will display NO FOB DETECTED. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 206 for more information. 2. When the engine begins cranking, let go of the button and the engine cranks automatically until it starts.
Notice: Cranking the engine for long periods of time, by pressing the START button immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the cranking motor to cool down. Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components. Once cranking has been initiated, the engine continues cranking for a few seconds or until the vehicle starts.
Automatic Transmission Operation {CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. There are several different positions for the shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you starting the engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to.
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 press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into another gear. See Shifting Out of Park (P) on page 100. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle. If you need more power for passing and you are: • Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. • Going about 35 mph (56km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding, see “Skidding” under Loss of Control on page 337.
The Sport Automatic Mode is selected by moving the shift lever into the DSC area without shifting towards the +(plus) or − (minus) symbols. While in the Sport Automatic Mode, the transmission computer determines when the vehicle is being driven in a competitive manner. It then selects and holds the transmission in lower gears giving more noticeable upshifts for a sportier vehicle performance. Once you shift to the + (plus) or − (minus) controls, the driver manual gear selection is activated.
Not all manual downshift requests will be allowed by the transmission. To prevent excessive engine RPMs, each gear has a maximum vehicle speed associated with it. Any downshift request above this speed is not allowed by the transmission. If shifting is prevented for any reason, the current gear flashes multiple times in the Driver Information Center (DIC), indicating that the transmission has not shifted gears. Some automatic downshifts can occur to maintain minimum engine speed.
Parking Brake The parking brake pedal is located to the left of the regular brake pedal, near the driver’s door. When you move out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and the engine is running, the parking brake should release. If the parking brake has not been fully released and you try to drive off with the parking brake on, the parking brake indicator light will come on and stay on. If the parking brake does not fully release, you can manually release the pedal.
Reach under the driver’s side of the instrument panel and pull down on the manual release lever, which is located behind the parking brake pedal. Pull down on the yellow tab. If the parking brake does not release, you should have your vehicle towed to your dealer for service. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving.
Shifting Into Park (P) {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. 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 will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2.
Torque Lock Shifting Out of Park (P) If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. 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.
Parking Over Things That Burn {CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn.
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: • Your vehicle was damaged when {CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. • Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. • Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. CAUTION: 102 (Continued) (Continued) driving over high points on the road or over road debris. • Repairs were not done correctly.
Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. {CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on page 102. Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the climate control fan is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage.
Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® Your vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. The mirror also contains OnStar® controls. For more information about OnStar®, see OnStar® System on page 107. O (On/Off): This button, located on the lower left side of the mirror, is for the automatic dimming functions. 104 Mirror Operation The automatic dimming feature is active each time the vehicle is started.
Outside Power Heated Mirrors The controls for the outside power mirrors are located is on the driver’s door armrest. Both mirrors have a heated feature to rid them of snow, ice, or condensation. They will heat when the rear window defogger is turned on. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual Climate Control System on page 178. If the vehicle has the memory option, the preferred mirror position can be stored. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 10.
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror The passenger’s side mirror is also capable of performing the curb view assist feature. This feature will cause the mirror to tilt to a factory programmed position when the vehicle is in REVERSE (R). This feature may be useful in allowing you to view the curb when you are parallel parking. If further adjustment is needed after the mirror is tilted, the mirror switch may be used. The mirror will then return to this new position when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE (R).
OnStar® System OnStar® uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information, and convenience services. If your airbags deploy, the system is designed to make an automatic call to OnStar® Emergency advisors who can request emergency services be sent to your location. If you lock your keys in the vehicle, call OnStar® at 1-888-4-ONSTAR and they can send a signal to unlock your doors.
Available Services with Safe & Sound® Plan • Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment • Advanced Automatic Crash Notification • • • • • • • • • 108 (AACN) (If equipped) Link to Emergency Services Roadside Assistance Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance AccidentAssist Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert OnStar® Vehicle Diagnostics GM® Goodwrench® On Demand Diagnostics OnStar® Hands-Free Calling with 30 complimentary minutes OnStar® Virtual Advisor ( U.S.
OnStar® Virtual Advisor How OnStar® Service Works OnStar® Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar® Hands-Free Calling that uses your minutes to access location-based weather, local traffic reports, and stock quotes. By pressing the phone button and giving a few simple voice commands, you can browse through the various topics. See the OnStar® Owners Guide for more information (Only available in the continental U.S.).
OnStar® service cannot work unless your vehicle is in a place where OnStar® has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area. OnStar® service also cannot work unless you are in a place where the wireless service provider OnStar® has hired for that area has coverage, network capacity and reception when the service is needed, and technology that is compatible with the OnStar® service.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Universal Home Remote System (With Three Round LED) The FCC Grant of Equipment Authorization Certificate number is CB2SAHL3. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED) 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. The Canadian Registration ID number is 3521A-GTV06A.
Do not use the this system 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. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you in programming the transmitter. Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for use in other vehicles, as well as, for future programming.
Programming Universal Home Remote — Fixed Code Fixed Code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced prior to 1996. Fixed code uses the same coded signal every time, which is manually programmed by setting DIP switches for a unique personal code. To program up to three channels, 1. Remove the battery cover of the hand-held transmitter. Example of Switch Settings 2. Write down the eight to 12 coding switch settings from left to right.
5. After entering the switch settings, press and release all three buttons at the same time. The indicator lights will turn on. 6. Press and hold the button you would like to use to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light above the selected button should slowly blink. You may need to hold the button from five to 55 seconds. 4. The indicator light will blink slowly.
Programming Universal Home Remote — Rolling Code Rolling code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced after 1996 and are code protected. Rolling code means the coded signal is changed every time your remote control garage door opener is used. Programming a rolling code garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions, so read the entire procedure before you begin. If you do not follow these actions, the device will time out and you will have to repeat the procedure.
3. Press and hold the button you would like to use to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, should slowly blink. You may need to hold the button from five to 20 seconds. 4. Immediately release the button when the garage door moves. The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete. 5. Press and release the button again. The garage door should move, confirming that programming is successful and complete.
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular LED) Your vehicle may have the Universal Home Remote System. If there is one triangular Light Emitting Diode (LED) above the Universal Home Remote buttons, follow the instructions below. If your vehicle has three round LED above the Universal Home Remote buttons, follow the instructions under Universal Home Remote System Operation (With three round LED).
Programming Universal Home Remote Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. Press and hold down the two outside Universal Home Remote buttons, releasing only when the Universal Home Remote indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold down the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat this step to program a second and/or third hand-held transmitter to the remaining two Universal Home Remote buttons. 2.
6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” or “Smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit. 7. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Smart” button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. You will have 30 seconds to start Step 8. 8. Return to the vehicle. Firmly press and hold the programmed Universal Home Remote button for two seconds, then release it.
Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remote button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons To erase programming from the three Universal Home Remote buttons do the following: 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold the two outside buttons for longer than 30 seconds. 2. Release both buttons.
Cupholder(s) Floor Mats The cupholders are located under a lid in the front console to the right of the shift lever. Press the left side of the lid and it will open automatically. The driver’s side floor mat is held in place by two snaps and the passenger’s side is held in place by one. Center Console Storage Area There is a center console storage area located between the seats. To open this storage area, push the latch button and lift the lid.
Rear Storage Area To install the cargo divider, snap the bottom of the divider onto the snaps (B) located on the floor of the trunk. Then, pull the divider up and place the pins on each side of the divider into the notches (A) on either side of the trunk. There is also a storage compartment located in the trunk on the passenger’s side. To access the storage compartment, unsnap the lid. To reinstall the lid, line up the opening in the lid over the snap and push down into place.
Retractable Hardtop Lowering the Retractable Hardtop The following procedures explain the proper operation of the retractable hardtop. The retractable hardtop will not operate if the valet lockout switch is on. Notice: Leaving the retractable hardtop down and exposing the interior of your vehicle to outdoor conditions may cause damage. Always close the retractable hardtop if leaving your vehicle outdoors. 1. Park on a level surface and shift the transmission into PARK (P). 2.
5. Push and hold the bottom of the retractable hardtop button located on the console behind the shifter lever. TOP MOTOR OVER TEMP or TOP NOT SECURE messages display, see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 206 for more information. If the retractable hardtop does not operate, and there are no messages displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC), then perform the “Power Window Initialize” steps under Power Windows on page 82.
5. Push and hold the top of the retractable hardtop button located behind the shift lever. The windows will automatically lower and the top will raise. A chime will sound when the top has raised completely. After the top is fully raised, release the retractable hardtop button. If you press the button again within five seconds, the windows will automatically close. If your radio is on, you may notice a brief mute in sound.
4. Remove the wrench located inside the passenger’s side storage compartment. 5. Find the hydraulic pump under the carpet on the rear driver’s side of the trunk. Open the valve by turning it counterclockwise with your hand until it stops. Notice: Pressing the retractable hardtop button when the hydraulic pump valve is open could damage the pump. Always close the hydraulic pump valve after the retractable hardtop has been closed manually. 6.
7. Move the rear tonneau rearward and up to the stored position. Pull from the center of the tonneau to keep pressure even. The rubber bumper on each corner will fit against the underside of the trunk decklid. 128 8. Push both sides of the rear tonneau over-center link up until they stop to lock the linkage. 9. Close the hydraulic pump valve by turning it clockwise with your hand until it stops.
10. Remove the upright center storage compartment. Use the wrench to remove the four screws holding the storage area in place. 11. Reach behind the square hole and push the front tonneau over-center link up. The front tonneau should pull up easily. If it does not, push the over-center link up more.
12. Manually move the front tonneau to the open position. Once the front tonneau is open, fold the side wings in by gently pressing them in. Do not force the wings. If they are hard to move, make sure the front tonneau is open all the way. 130 13. Reach in from the side of the vehicle and under the top to remove the headliner plug. The plug will be located in the center of the top near the front. 14. Insert the wrench into the bolt beneath the plug location.
15. Hold the top in the front and side and lift the top out of the stored position. 16. Hold the top in the front and the rear and lift the top until it is almost closed. Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the rear of the top and the rear window.
17. Place your hands on the top and guide the top into the closed position. 132 18. While sitting in the driver’s seat, pull down on the rear of the top.
19. While holding the rear of the top down, insert the wrench into the bolt in the plug opening in the headliner. Turn the wrench counterclockwise until it stops to fully open the latch jaws around the pins. 20. Pull down on the roof with the latch turned open. Turn the wrench clockwise until it stops to lock the top into position. Push up on the roof. If it moves away from the windshield header it is not latched and you will need to repeat the previous steps. 21.
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Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ........................ 138 Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 140 Other Warning Devices ............................. 140 Horn .......................................................... 140 Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column .................................... 141 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever .................. 141 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ................. 142 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ..........
Section 3 Instrument Panel Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ............. 189 Charging System Light .............................. 191 Voltmeter Gage ......................................... 192 Brake System Warning Light ..................... 192 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...... 193 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ........................................ 194 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ............ 195 Tire Pressure Light ....................................
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Instrument Panel Overview XLR shown, XLR-V similar 138
The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Head-Up Display (HUD) Controls/Instrument Panel Brightness Controls. See Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 171 or Instrument Panel Brightness on page 170. B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 141.Cruise Control. See Cruise Control on page 147. Exterior Lamps Control. See Exterior Lamps on page 164. Fog Lamps. See Fog Lamps on page 168. C. Instrument Panel Cluster.
P. Retractable Hardtop Button. See Retractable Hardtop on page 124. Q. Cupholders. See Cupholder(s) on page 122. R. Cigarette Lighter. See Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 178. S. Climate Controls. See Dual Climate Control System on page 178. T. Audio/Navigation System. See Navigation System Overview on page 232. U. Glove Box. See Glove Box on page 121. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what mode the ignition is in, even if the ignition is turned off.
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The power tilt wheel control is located on the outboard side of the steering column. The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: To operate the power tilt feature, push the control up and the steering wheel will tilt up. Push the control down and the steering wheel will go down. Push the control forward and the steering wheel moves toward the front of the vehicle.
• Flash-to-Pass Feature. See Flash-to-Pass on page 143. • I Cruise Control. See Cruise Control on page 147. • P Exterior Lamps Control. See Exterior Lamps on page 164. Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the multifunction lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Flash-to-Pass To change the headlamps from low beam to high, push the turn signal lever all the way forward. This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. Pull and hold the turn signal lever toward you to use. When you do, the following will occur: • If the low-beam headlamps are on, the high-beam headlamps will turn on. They will stay on as long as you hold the lever there. Release the lever to turn them off.
Windshield Wipers x (Delay Adjustment): Move the lever to this position to choose a delayed wiping cycle. Turn the intermittent adjust band down for a longer delay or up for a shorter delay. The wiper speed can only be manually adjusted when the lever is in this position. 9 (Off): Move the lever to this position to turn off the windshield wipers. Use the lever located on the right side of the steering column to operate the windshield wipers.
Rainsense™ Wipers Your vehicle has Rainsense™ wipers. The moisture sensor for this feature is mounted on the interior side of the windshield below the rearview mirror and is used to automatically operate the wipers by monitoring the amount of moisture build-up on the windshield. Wipes occur as needed to clear the windshield depending on 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.
When Rainsense™ is active, the headlamps will turn on automatically. If it is dark, they will remain on. See “Wiper-Activated Headlamps” under Exterior Lamps on page 164 for more information. Notice: Do not place stickers or other items on the exterior glass surface directly in front of the moisture sensor. Doing this could cause the moisture sensor to malfunction. Windshield Washer K (Washer Fluid): The lever on the right side of the steering column also controls the windshield washer.
Cruise Control Cruise control will not work if the parking brake is set, or if the master cylinder brake fluid level is low. Your vehicle has cruise control. 9 (Off): This position turns the system off. {CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. R (On): This position turns the system on.
Setting Cruise Control {CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. The cruise symbol on the instrument panel cluster will be lit when the cruise control is engaged. Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake.
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press the set button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You will now cruise at the higher speed. If the accelerator pedal is held longer than 60 seconds, cruise control will turn off. • Move the cruise switch from on to resume/ accelerate. Hold it there until you get up to the desired speed, and then release the switch.
Using Cruise Control on Hills Adaptive Cruise Control How well your cruise control works on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your vehicle’s speed down. Of course, applying the brake turns off the cruise control.
Adaptive Cruise Control is an enhancement to traditional cruise control and is not a safety system. It allows you to keep cruise control engaged in moderate traffic conditions without having to constantly reset your cruise control. Adaptive Cruise Control uses radar to detect a vehicle directly ahead in your path, within a distance of 328 ft (100 m), and operates at speeds above 25 mph (40 km/h).
CAUTION: {CAUTION: • On winding roads, Adaptive Cruise Control may not detect a vehicle ahead. You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you. Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control on winding roads. • Adaptive Cruise Control may not have time to slow your vehicle enough to avoid a crash when you are driving in conditions where vehicles may suddenly slow or stop ahead of you, enter your lane, or cross your vehicle’s path. If you are driving in these conditions, do not use Adaptive Cruise Control.
9 (Off): This position turns the system off. R (On): This position turns the system on. {CAUTION: S (Resume/Increase): Push the switch to this symbol to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or to increase the set speed when Adaptive Cruise Control is already active. If you operate Adaptive Cruise Control without your Head-up Display (HUD) on and properly adjusted, your Adaptive Cruise Control settings will not be visible.
3. Get up to the speed you want. 4. Press in the set button at the end of the lever and release it. 5. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. Once Adaptive Cruise Control is set, it may immediately apply the brakes if it detects a vehicle ahead is too close or moving slower than your vehicle. This symbol will appear on the Head-Up Display (HUD) to indicate that Adaptive Cruise Control is active. See Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 171 for more information.
Your vehicle will not reach the set speed until the system determines there is not a vehicle in front of you. At that point, your vehicle speed will increase to the set speed. Decreasing Set Speed While Using Adaptive Cruise Control Press in the set/decrease button on the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it.
There are six follow distances to choose from. The follow distance selection ranges from near to far (1 second to 2 seconds follow time). The distance maintained for a selected follow distance will vary based on vehicle speed. The faster the vehicle speed the further back you will follow. Consider traffic and weather conditions when selecting the follow distance. The range of selectable distances may not be appropriate for all drivers and driving conditions.
Alerting the Driver • A temporary condition prohibits Adaptive The alert symbol will flash on the HUD and a warning beep will sound when driver action is required. Cruise Control from operating. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 206 for more information. • A malfunction is detected in the system. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 206 for more information. See Defensive Driving on page 322 for more information.
Approaching and Following a Vehicle The vehicle ahead symbol will only appear on the HUD when a vehicle ahead is detected in your path. If this symbol does not appear, or disappears briefly, Adaptive Cruise Control will not respond to vehicles you may see ahead. {CAUTION: When the Adaptive Cruise Control radar is blocked by snow, ice, or dirt, it may not detect a vehicle ahead. Adaptive Cruise Control may not have time to slow your vehicle enough to avoid a collision.
Stationary or Very Slow-Moving Objects {CAUTION: {CAUTION: Adaptive Cruise Control may not detect and react to stationary or slow-moving vehicles or other objects ahead of you. You could crash into an object ahead of you. Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control when approaching stationary or slow-moving vehicles or other objects. Adaptive Cruise Control may not detect and react to stationary or slow-moving vehicles or other objects ahead of you.
Passing a Vehicle If you need to increase speed to pass a vehicle, use the accelerator pedal. While your foot is on the accelerator pedal, the system will not automatically apply the brakes. Once you pass the vehicle and remove your foot from the accelerator pedal, Adaptive Cruise Control will return to normal operation and be able to apply the brakes, if needed. {CAUTION: If you rest your foot on the accelerator pedal, the system will not automatically apply the brakes.
When following a vehicle and entering a curve, Adaptive Cruise Control could lose track of the vehicle in your lane and accelerate your vehicle. When this happens, the vehicle ahead symbol will not appear on the HUD. Adaptive Cruise Control may detect a vehicle that is not in your lane and apply the brakes. Adaptive Cruise Control may, occasionally, provide a driver alert and/or braking that you consider unnecessary.
Highway Exit Ramps Other Vehicle Lane Changes {CAUTION: Adaptive Cruise Control may lose track of the vehicle ahead and accelerate up to your set speed while entering or on highway exit ramps. You could be startled by this acceleration and even lose control of the vehicle. Disengage Adaptive Cruise Control before entering a highway exit ramp. Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control while entering or on exit ramps.
Using Adaptive Cruise Control on Hills Disengaging Adaptive Cruise Control To disengage the system, apply the brake pedal or move the Adaptive Cruise Control switch to off. Adaptive Cruise Control information will not appear on the HUD when the system is not engaged. Erasing Set Speed Memory How well Adaptive Cruise Control will work on hills depends on your speed, vehicle load, traffic conditions and the steepness of the hills. It may not detect a vehicle in your lane while driving on hills.
Cleaning the System The radar can become blocked by snow, ice or dirt. If so, you may need to turn off the engine and clean the lens. To clean the inside of the fascia lens and radar lens, insert a tool into one of the small slots on the inboard side of the lens and pop the lens out. Clean the surface with a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water on a dampened cloth. After cleaning the lens, set the lens back in place and press until it snaps in.
O (Exterior Lamp Control): Turn the band with this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp band has four positions: O (Off): Turning the band to this position turns off all lamps. AUTO (Automatic): Turning the band to this position sets the exterior lamps in automatic mode. AUTO mode will turn the exterior lamps on and off depending on how much light is available outside the vehicle. Turning the band to AUTO mode also enables the Adaptive Forward Lighting system.
Wiper Activated Headlamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for approximately six seconds and the multifunction lever is in the AUTO position. See Exterior Lamps on page 164. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
When it is bright enough outside, the regular lamps go off, and the front turn signal lamps take over. If you start your vehicle in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system comes on immediately. Once you leave the garage, it takes about one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside. During that delay, the instrument panel cluster might not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel brightness knob is in the full bright position.
Fog Lamps Twilight Sentinel® Use fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. Twilight Sentinel® can turn your lamps on and off for you. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the Twilight Sentinel® work, so be sure it is not covered. The fog lamps control is located on the multifunction lever next to the exterior lamp control. - (Fog Lamps): Turning the band to this position will turn the fog lamps on.
During that delay, your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure your instrument panel brightness control is in full bright position. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 170 for more information. You can idle the vehicle with the lamps off, even when it is dark outside. After starting the vehicle, turn the exterior lamp control band to off, then release it. The lamps will remain off until you turn the control band to off again.
Instrument Panel Brightness Courtesy Lamps The button for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. When any door or the trunk lid is opened, the interior lamps will go on unless it is bright outside. +!- (Brightness): Press this button to change the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Press the interior lamp button on the right side of the instrument panel, to turn the courtesy lamps on or off.
Reading Lamps Your inside rearview mirror includes two reading lamps. The lamps will go on when a door is opened. When the doors are closed, each lamp can be turned on individually by pressing the button for that lamp.
The HUD consists of the following information: • Speedometer • Turn Signal Indicators • High-Beam Indicator Symbol • Tap-Up/Tap-Down Transmission Feature • Check Gages Icon • Adaptive Cruise Control Features and Indicators • Radio Features Be sure to continue scanning your displays, controls and driving environment just as you would in a vehicle without HUD. If you never look at your instrument panel cluster, you may not see something important, such as a warning light.
The HUD controls are located to the left of the steering wheel. +!- (Brightness): This button is used to adjust the brightness of the HUD and the instrument panel cluster. DIMMER: This button is used to select the HUD or the instrument panel cluster to adjust the brightness. HUD: This button is used to adjust the vertical position of the HUD display. To adjust the HUD so you can see it properly, do the following: 1. Adjust the seat to a comfortable driving position.
As light shines out from the HUD, it is possible for light to shine back in. In rare occurrences, when the sun is at a specific angle and position, the sun’s rays can shine back into the HUD. When this occurs, the display device within the HUD will be temporarily illuminated. The event will end when the vehicle’s angle to the sun changes. Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image.
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) CAUTION: Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist can help you to determine how close an object is to your rear bumper within a given area, making parking easier. {CAUTION: The Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist (URPA) system does not replace driver vision. URPA does not: • Operate above speeds of 3 mph (5 km/h). • Detect objects more than 5 feet (1.5 meters) behind the vehicle. This distance may be less during warmer or humid weather.
How the System Works URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into REVERSE (R) and the vehicle speed is less than 3 mph (5 km/h). When the system comes on, the three lights on the display will illuminate to let you know that the system is working. URPA senses how close your vehicle is to an object. The distance is determined by the four ultrasonic sensors located on the rear bumper.
As always, drivers should use care when backing up a vehicle. Always look behind you, being sure to check for other vehicles, obstructions and blind spots. Accessory Power Outlet(s) Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets.
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter The ashtray and cigarette lighter are located under a lid in the front console to the right of the shift lever. Press the left side of the lid and it will open automatically. Climate Controls Dual Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle. Notice: If you put papers, pins, or other flammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle.
Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): When this button is pressed and the temperature is set, the system will automatically control the inside temperature, the air delivery mode, the air conditioning compressor and the fan speed. AUTO will appear on the display. 1. Press the AUTO button. 2. Adjust the temperature to a comfortable setting between 70°F (21°C) and 80°F (27°C). An initial setting of 73°F (23°C) is suggested.
Manual Operation w PWR x (Power/Temperature): Press the PWR button on the left side of the climate control panel to turn the entire climate control system on or off. Press the up or down arrow on the switch to manually increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle. Press the PWR button on the right side of the climate control panel to turn the passenger’s climate control system on or off. Press the up or down arrow on the switch to manually increase or decrease the temperature for the passenger.
A/C OFF (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn off the air conditioning compressor. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. The compressor cannot be turned off in either the defrost or floor/defog mode. ( (Heated/Cooled Seat): Press this button to turn the feature on. The button on the left controls the driver’s seat and the button on the right controls the passenger’s seat. Each press of the button will take you to a different setting.
There is also a sensor located behind the front bumper. This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle. The outside temperature will be displayed in the navigation system only when the engine is running. Any cover on the front of the vehicle could give a false reading of the temperature. If the outside temperature goes up, the display temperature will not change until: • The vehicle’s speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h) for five minutes.
Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. The rear window defogger will only work when the engine is running. = (Rear Window Defogger): Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible. The rear window defogger will turn off about 10 minutes after the button is pressed when traveling less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Outlet Adjustment Passenger Compartment Air Filter Use the thumbwheel to open or close the outlets. The passenger compartment air filter removes certain particles from the air, including pollen and dust particles. Reductions in airflow, which may occur more often in dusty areas, indicate that the filter may need to be replaced early. 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.
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 and Driver Information Center (DIC) are designed to let you know at a glance how the vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have left and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically. The instrument panel cluster indicator warning lights, gages and DIC messages are explained on the following pages.
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). There is only one scale for mph and km/h. Use the Driver Information Center (DIC) controls to switch between mph and km/h. See DIC Controls and Displays on page 204 for more information. The cluster will calculate the proper speed and move the needle to the correct position. Either the MPH or the km/h telltale will illuminate, depending on which measurement you choose.
Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows a deployed airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag modules, the wiring and the diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 44. This light will come on when you start your vehicle, and it will flash for a few seconds.
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your rearview mirror has a passenger airbag status indicator. United States When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check. Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol, to let you know the status of the passenger’s frontal airbag and side impact airbag.
Never put a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the passenger’s seat unless the passenger airbag status indicator shows off and the airbags are off. Here is why: If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger’s frontal airbag and side impact airbag are enabled (may inflate).
If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the passenger’s airbags. See Passenger Sensing System on page 53 for more on this, including important safety information. If, after several seconds, all status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service.
Voltmeter Gage Brake System Warning Light When the vehicle is in accessory mode, the voltmeter shows the voltage output of your battery. When the engine is running, it shows the voltage output of the charging system. The reading will change as the rate of charge changes (with engine speed, for example), but if the voltmeter reads at 9 volts or below, your instrument panel cluster and other systems may shut down.
If the light comes on while you are driving and you have a LOW BRAKE FLUID message showing on the DIC, 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. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing Your Vehicle on page 359. {CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on.
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light This light should come on briefly as you start the engine. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. The light will also come on while the StabiliTrak® system warms up and the STABILITRAK WARMING message will be displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
If you turn off the StabiliTrak® system, by pressing the front part of the button on the console for five seconds, the TCS light will come on, a chime will sound and the TRAC/STABILITRAK OFF message will be displayed in the DIC. The TCS will also be turned off. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 206 for more information. If the StabiliTrak® system and TCS are turned off, pressing the console button momentarily will turn both systems on.
Tire Pressure Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition on. Stop and check your tires as soon as it is safe to do so. If underinflated, inflate to the proper pressure. See Tires on page 413 for more information. This light will flash for about 60 seconds and then turn on solid if a problem is detected with the Tire Pressure Monitor system. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 423 for more information.
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 check engine light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle.
If the Light Is Flashing If the Light Is On Steady The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: • Reducing vehicle speed • Avoiding hard accelerations • Avoiding steep uphill grades You also may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle.
Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 366. Poor fuel quality will cause the 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.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on.
Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection. This can happen if you have recently replaced the battery or if the battery has run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving. This may take several days of routine driving.
Security Light {CAUTION: For information regarding this light, see Theft-Deterrent Systems on page 84. Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. Fog Lamp Light Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Lights On Reminder This light comes on whenever the headlamps are on. Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on. United States Only Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 143. 202 When the needle approaches the low fuel symbol, LOW FUEL will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display.
Here are five things that some owners ask about. All these things are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage. • At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads the full symbol. • It takes more (or less) fuel to fill up than the gage reads. For example, the gage reads half full, but it took more (or less) than half of the tank’s capacity to fit it. • The gage pointer may move while cornering, braking or speeding up.
DIC Controls and Displays The Driver Information Center (DIC) buttons are located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel, near the air outlets. « 4 ª (Information): Press the top or bottom of this button to scroll through the available features which include the odometer, trip odometers, fuel range, miles per gallon, average speed, timer, tire pressure, and remaining oil life. + (Interior Lamps): Press this button to turn the interior lamps on and off.
RANGE xxx MI: This feature shows about how many miles (mi) or kilometers (km) you can drive without refilling your fuel tank. Once the range drops below 40 miles (64 km) remaining, the display will show LOW. If the vehicle has been idling for a long time, the range displayed on the DIC could be abnormally low. The vehicle must be driven 5-10 miles (8-16 km) to get an accurate reading. AVERAGE xx.
FRONT Lxx Rxx PSI: This feature shows the tire pressure for the front left and right tires. REAR Lxx Rxx PSI: This feature shows the tire pressure for the rear left and right tires. OIL LIFE: This feature shows the estimated oil life remaining. See Oil Life Indicator on page 224 for more information. To reset the engine oil life system, see Engine Oil Life System on page 380. This only needs to be reset after you have had the oil changed.
BUCKLE PASSENGER This message reminds you to buckle the passenger’s safety belt. This message displays and a chime sounds when the ignition is on, the driver’s safety belt is buckled, the passenger’s safety belt is unbuckled with the passenger airbag enabled, and the vehicle is in motion. You should have the passenger buckle their safety belt.
CLEAN RADAR CRUISE If your vehicle has this feature, this message displays when the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system is disabled because the radar is blocked and cannot detect vehicles in your path. It may also activate during heavy rain or due to road spray. To clean the system, see Adaptive Cruise Control on page 150. CLOSE CARGO DIVIDER This message displays if the cargo divider is not in place. Open the trunk and make sure the cargo divider is secure and no objects are on the divider.
ENGINE PROTECTION REDUCE ENGINE RPM If this message displays, the control system has determined that continued operation at the existing engine speed may lead to engine overheating. Lower the engine speed by upshifting the transmission or drive at a lower speed. HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED This message displays if it is dark enough outside and the headlamps and Twilight Sentinel® controls are off. This message informs the driver that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended.
LEFT DOOR AJAR LOW OIL LEVEL This message displays anytime the engine is running, the transmission is not in PARK (P), and the driver’s door is open or ajar. A chime sounds when the vehicle’s speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h). For correct operation of the low oil sensing system, your vehicle should be on a level surface. A false LOW OIL LEVEL message may display if the vehicle is parked on a grade.
LOW VOLTAGE LOW WASHER FLUID This message displays when the electrical system is charging less than 10 volts or if the battery has been drained. If this message displays immediately after starting, it is possible that the generator can still recharge the battery. The battery should recharge while driving, but may take a few hours to do so. Consider using an auxiliary charger to boost the battery after returning home or to a final destination. Make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
NO FOB DETECTED This message displays if the vehicle does not detect the presence of a keyless access transmitter when you have attempted to start the vehicle or a vehicle door has just closed. The following conditions may cause this message to appear: • Driver-added equipment plugged into the accessory power outlet on the center console is causing interference. Examples of these devices are cell phones and cell phone chargers, two-way radios, power inverters, or similar items.
NO FOB, OFF OR RUN? REDUCED ENGINE POWER This message displays when a keyless access transmitter is not detected inside the vehicle while you are trying to turn the ignition off. Your vehicle may be near a strong radio antenna signal causing the keyless access system to be jammed. The vehicle will remain in Acc. until off or START has been pressed or five minutes has expired. If you turn the ignition off and you cannot find the keyless access transmitter, you will not be able to restart the vehicle.
SERVICE A/C This message displays when the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and heating systems are no longer working. Have the climate control system serviced by your dealer if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning efficiency. SERVICE ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) If this message displays when you are driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system.
SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM SERVICE STABILITRAK This message displays when the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has detected a problem within the fuel system. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer. This message will also be displayed when the cluster is not getting fuel information from the PCM. If this message displays, it means there may be a problem with the stability enhancement system. If you see this message, try to reset the system. Stop, turn off the engine, then start the engine again.
SHIFT TO PARK This message displays if the vehicle is not in PARK (P) when the engine is being turned off. The vehicle will be in accessory mode. Once the shift lever is moved to PARK (P), the vehicle will turn off. STABILITRAK ACTIVE You may see this message on the DIC. It means that an advanced, computer-controlled system has come on to help your vehicle continue to go in the direction in which you are steering.
SVC (Service) TIRE MONITOR TOP INOP (Inoperative) OUT OF PARK This message displays if a part on the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) is not working properly. If you drive your vehicle while any of the four sensors are missing or inoperable, the warning comes on in about 30 minutes. A sensor would be missing, for example, if you put different wheels on your vehicle without transferring the sensors. If the warning comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the TPM. See your dealer.
TRAC (Traction) SYSTEM ACTIVE TRACTION SYSTEM ON This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is limiting wheel spin. Slippery road conditions may exist if this message is displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly. This message stays on for a few seconds after the TCS stops limited wheel spin. This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is on.
Other Messages Here are more messages that you can receive on your Driver Information Center (DIC). To acknowledge a message and read another message that may have come on at the same time, press the RESET button. • ACCESSORY MODE ON • CHANGE OIL SOON (See Engine Oil on page 377 and Engine Oil Life System on page 380.
DIC Vehicle Personalization Your vehicle has personalization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two drivers. The back of the keyless access transmitters are labelled 1 or 2. The current driver’s preferences are recalled when one of the following occurs: • The lock or unlock button on the keyless access transmitter, programmed as 1 or 2, is pressed. • The appropriate memory button, 1 or 2, located on the driver’s seat is pressed.
Auto Recall Approach Lights This feature allows the steering column, outside mirrors and the driver’s seat to automatically move to the current driver’s set position when the engine starts. The DIC will display AUTO RECALL OFF or AUTO RECALL ON. Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting.
Flash at Unlock FOB Reminder This feature activates the front and rear turn signals for two short flashes when the unlock or trunk button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed. This will only occur when the vehicle is off. This feature sounds the horn three times when the driver door is closed and there is a keyless access transmitter inside the interior of the vehicle. This will only occur when the vehicle is off. The DIC will display NO FLASH AT UNLOCK or FLASH AT UNLOCK.
A person approaching the outside of the locked vehicle without an authorized keyless access transmitter, however, will not be able to open the door, even with a transmitter in the vehicle. You may temporarily disable the passive door locking feature by pressing the door unlock switch for three seconds on an open door. Passive door locking will then remain disabled until a door lock switch is pressed or until the power mode transitions from the off power mode.
Auto Unlock This feature automatically unlocks either the driver’s door or both doors, depending on the setting, when the shift lever is moved to PARK (P). The DIC will display AUTO UNLOCK OFF, AUTO UNLOCK DRIVER, or AUTO UNLOCK BOTH. Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting. Park Assist This feature tilts the passenger’s side mirror downward when the shifter is moved to REVERSE (R). This can help you to see the curb while backing up.
The DIC may display a CHANGE OIL NOW message. If you see CHANGE OIL NOW, it means the oil life is gone. For more information, see Scheduled Maintenance on page 465 and Engine Oil on page 377. When the oil is changed, you will need to reset the system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 380. Always keep a written record of the mileage and date when you changed your oil. Audio System(s) Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features.
Here are some ways in which you can help avoid distraction while driving. While your vehicle is parked: • Familiarize yourself with all of its controls. • Familiarize yourself with its operation. • Set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite radio stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them.
Audio Steering Wheel Controls g (Voice Recognition): Your vehicle has the Navigation System. Press this button to initiate voice recognition. See “Voice Recognition” in the Navigation System manual for more information. SRCE (Source): Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped), CD, or DVD. Left Side Controls For XLR Left Side Controls For XLR-V Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.
+ u− (Volume): Press this button to increase or to decrease the volume. + 1-6 − (Preset Stations): Press this button to play stations that are programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons. The radio will only seek preset stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band. When a CD is playing, press this button to go to the next track.
XM™ Satellite Radio Service Care of Your CDs XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada. Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. In addition, traveling or standing under heavy foliage, bridges, garages, or tunnels may cause loss of XM signal for a period of time. The radio may display NO XM SIGNAL to indicate interference.
Care of the CD Player Do not use CD lens cleaners for CD players because the lens of the CD optics can become contaminated by lubricants. Diversity Antenna System The AM-FM antennas are located under the decklid surface in the trunk compartment. The antennas are hidden from view and are not accessible. 230 If adding an aftermarket cellular telephone to your vehicle, do not attach the antenna to the rear glass.
Section 4 Navigation System Overview ..................................................... 232 Navigation System Overview ..................... 232 Getting Started .......................................... 234 Features and Controls ................................ 240 Using the Navigation System ..................... 240 Setup Menu .............................................. 243 Plan Route ................................................ 249 Edit Memory Point .....................................
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A. BAND Key. See “Finding a Station” under Navigation Audio System on page 285. B. CD Key. See Navigation Audio System on page 285 or CD/DVD Player on page 305. C. DVD Key. See “Playing a DVD” under CD/DVD Player on page 305. D. TUNE/SEEK Key. See “Playing the Radio” under Navigation Audio System on page 285. E. Audio/Adjust Key. See “Main Audio Menu” under Navigation Audio System on page 285. F. Power-Volume Knob. See “Hard Keys” under Using the Navigation System on page 240. G.
Getting Started Before you begin to operate the navigation system, read this manual thoroughly to become familiar with it and to understand how the system works. Keeping your mind on the drive is important for safe driving. See Defensive Driving on page 322 for more information. Get familiar with your vehicle’s navigation system so you can use it with less effort and take full advantage of its features. Your navigation system includes not only navigation, but also audio functions.
{CAUTION: Looking at the moving map on the navigation screen frequently or for too long while driving can cause a crash and you or others can be injured or killed. Keep your eyes and mind on the road and avoid looking too long or too often at the moving map on the navigation screen. Use the voice guidance directions whenever possible. The navigation system allows you to do the following: • Plan a route with provided turn-by-turn route and map guidance with voice prompts.
Setting Radio Station Presets Setting the Time To set preset radio stations, do the following: 1. Press the PWR/VOL knob to turn the system on. To set the time, do the following: 1. Press the PWR/VOL knob to turn the system on. 2. Press the audio source screen button (AM, FM1, FM2, etc.) and select the desired band (AM, FM1, FM2, XM1, or XM2 (if equipped), or WX (weather) (if equipped)). 3. Use the TUNE/SEEK arrows to tune to the desired station. 4.
Setting the Search Area, Entering an Address and Point of Interest, Storing a Home Destination, and Using Your Home or Previous Destinations Before entering an Address, Point of Interest, Home, or Preset Destination, select the appropriate region that contains the final destination. Your vehicle must be stopped to perform this operation. Setting the Search Area To set the search area, do the following: 1. Press the PWR/VOL knob to turn the system on. 2. Insert the DVD map disc.
6. Press the Street screen button, then enter the street name using the alpha keypad on the screen. Do not enter directional information or street type, and use the space screen button between street or city names. For example, the street name N. Royal Oak Rd. should be entered as royal oak. Use the backspace ( V ) screen button if an incorrect character has been entered. 7. Select the desired street name with the correct designation (Dr., Ln., St., etc.) from the list. 8.
Storing a Home Destination 1. Press the power/volume knob to turn the system on. 2. Insert the DVD map disc. See “Regional Maps” under Maps on page 271 for more information. 3. A notice may appear. Touch the I AGREE screen button to proceed. If the radio is already on with a map disc inserted, press the ROUTE hard key. 4. Press the Edit Memory Point screen button. 5. Press the Home screen button. 6. Press the Register screen button. Select a method for entering a destination.
Canceling Your Current Route Guidance will be canceled once you arrive at your final destination. To cancel the current route prior to arrival at the final destination, do the following: 1. Press the ROUTE hard key. 2. Press the Route Preference screen button. 3. Press the Cancel Route screen button. 4. Press the Yes screen button to confirm cancellation. Guidance Volume To adjust the volume of voice guidance prompts, do the following: 1. Press the MENU hard key. 2.
DVD: Press the DVD key to play a DVD. The DVD screen will be displayed. See CD/DVD Player on page 305. y TUNE/SEEK z: Press the TUNE/SEEK up or down arrows to go to the next or previous radio station and stay there. See “Finding a Station” under Navigation Audio System on page 285. e/ z: Press the audio/adjust key to view the main audio menu. See “Main Audio Menu” under Navigation Audio System on page 285.
Alpha-Numeric Keypad Letters of the alphabet, symbols, punctuation, and numbers, when available to you, will be displayed on the navigation screen as an alpha or numeric keypad. The alpha keypad will be displayed when the system needs you to input a city or street name. You can also touch Char at the bottom of the alpha keypad to access the numeric keypad when inputting a house address, punctuation mark, or other character. Touch A - Z to return to the alpha keypad.
Setup Menu Navigation Settings MENU: Press the MENU key located to the right of the navigation screen to access the SETUP MENU. This menu allows you to change the following options for the navigation system. Restore Default Settings The SETUP MENU allows you to adjust such things as map appearance, navigation settings, and voice guidance volume. This feature will automatically reset the system to the default values. To restore the default settings, do the following: 1.
System Configuration This feature allows you to reconfigure the navigation system. If you begin to drive your vehicle during this procedure, the system will not be able to adjust the position or direction of your vehicle. Touch the System Configuration screen button to view the following choices: Adjust Vehicle Position: To correct the position of your vehicle on the map or to change vehicle position, do the following: 1. Touch the Adjust Vehicle Position screen button.
Quick POI (Point of Interest) Selection Setting the Quick POI Menu This menu allows you to choose a point of interest (POI), such as gas stations, restaurants, hotels, etc. to be displayed on the map screen. You can also set a destination to a specific POI. To set the Quick POI list displayed on the map screen, do the following: 1. Select the category you would like to replace. 2. Select a Quick POI category from the Quick POI selection menu list.
Removing Quick POI Icons To remove POI icons from the map screen, do the following: 1. Touch the map screen once. 2. Touch the POI OFF screen button. The current POI icons will be removed from the map screen. Setting a Destination Using Quick POI This feature will allow you to choose a POI as your destination. To set a destination using a POI, do the following: 1. Touch the POI icon on the map screen that you wish to set as a destination.
Guidance Appearance This menu allows you to set the guidance appearance screen options. This screen is displayed on the map while on a planned route. The current settings will appear as light blue. Turn List: Select this feature to have the guidance screen display several upcoming turns. Directional arrows, street name, and distance to the next turn will be displayed. As you approach the next turn, the system will display a closer view of the upcoming maneuver.
Map Appearance This menu allows you to set the map appearance screen options. The current setting will appear as light blue. Set 3D Viewing Angle: This feature allows you to adjust the 3D viewing angle. To do so, do the following: 1. Touch 3D on the MAP APPEARANCE menu. 2. Touch Set 3D Viewing Angle. The map screen with the 3D viewing angle bar will be displayed. 3. Touch the up or down arrows to set the viewing angle. 4.
Voice Guidance Volume Settings Plan Route This feature allows you to set the voice prompt volume level or to turn voice prompts on or off. To plan a route, press the ROUTE key. The PLAN ROUTE menu will be displayed. Set the voice prompt volume level by touching the numbered buttons to increase or decrease the volume level. You may also choose to turn the voice prompts off. Then touch Return to save your setting and to return to the SETUP MENU.
Edit Memory Point This feature allows you to store, delete, and edit memory points. Touch the Edit Memory Point screen button from the PLAN ROUTE menu to access the EDIT MEMORY POINT screen. Memory points are stored when you select either START or MARK when setting a destination on the map or when you are storing destinations in memory. A total of 60 locations can be stored. The last 10 destinations entered will be stored under Previous Destination.
Editing Memory Points Name Editing of a Memory Point This feature allows you to edit the contents stored in memory. The following options are available: To modify the name of a stored memory point, do the following: 1. Select the category of the memory point. 2. Select the item you want to edit. 3. Touch the NAME screen button and use the alpha keypad to edit the name. Names may contain up to 15 alpha and/or numeric characters. 4. Touch Return to go to the previous screen.
Adjusting a Memory Point To relocate a memory point’s location, do the following: 1. Select the category of the memory point. 2. Select the memory point you want to edit. 3. Touch POSITION. A map screen with the position of this memory point will appear. 4. Touch anywhere on the screen to activate the scroll feature and relocate the memory point. See Maps on page 271. 5. Touch Enter to save the memory point’s new location. 6. Touch Return to go back to the previous screen.
Deleting All Memory Points To delete all of the memory points in a category, do the following: 1. Press the ROUTE key. 2. Touch EDIT MEMORY POINT. 3. Select the desired category. 4. Touch the DELETE ALL screen button. A confirmation window will appear. 5. Touch YES to delete the memory points or NO to return to the previous menu. 6. Touch Return to go back to the previous screen. Edit Category To edit the name of a category, do the following: 1. Press the ROUTE key. 2. Touch EDIT MEMORY POINT. 3.
Previous Destination Memory Edit Waypoint Each time you select Start from the map screen, that destination will be stored as a memory point under PREVIOUS DESTINATION. This category will store up to 10 destinations. Waypoints are destinations you can set along the way to your final destination. This feature allows you to add, edit, and delete waypoints.
Adding a Waypoint To add a waypoint to your route, do the following: 1. Touch Add Waypoint. 2. Enter a destination. See Enter Destination on page 259. A map will appear showing the location of the waypoint. 3. Touch Enter to add your waypoint. 4. Touch the ADD screen button to insert the waypoint in the desired order. 5. The system will display the ROUTE INFORMATION screen. From this screen, several options are available.
Delete All: Touch Delete All to delete all of the waypoints and the final destination. A confirmation window will appear. Touch YES to delete all waypoints or NO to return to the previous screen. Change: Touch Change to change the final destination. Enter a destination. See Enter Destination on page 259. Add: Touch Add to add additional waypoints. Refer to the steps for adding a waypoint listed previously in this section. Calculate: Touch Calculate to begin route calculation.
Edit Avoid Point/Area Registering an Avoid Point/Area From this menu you can register, edit, and delete an area to be avoided while planning a route. These areas can also be saved so the system can automatically avoid them when planning a route. To store an avoid point/area, do the following: 1. Touch Register Avoid Point/Area. 2. Enter a location. See Enter Destination on page 259. 3. If desired, reduce or enlarge the area around the point you want to avoid by using the REDUCE or ENLARGE screen buttons.
Editing an Avoid Point/Area Deleting an Avoid Point/Area To edit an avoid point/area, do the following: 1. Touch Edit Avoid Point/Area. A list of avoided points will appear. To delete an avoid point/area, do the following: 1. Touch Delete Avoid Point/Area. A list of avoided points will appear. 2. Select the avoided point/area you want to change. A map of the avoided area will appear. 3. Use REDUCE or ENLARGE to edit the avoided point. 4. Touch Enter to set your new avoided area.
Enter Destination The DESTINATION menu will give you several ways to plan a route. Touch the Enter Destination screen button from the PLAN ROUTE menu to display the DESTINATION menu. After entering a destination, If available, the system will display up to three routes in a pop-up window indicating the total mileage and time to destination for each route. Select a route by touching NEXT. The map will display each route in a different color. The selected route will be highlighted in red.
Easy Planning Route With this destination entry method, you can select a destination using the scroll symbol on the map screen. See Maps on page 271. To use this destination entry method, do the following: 1. Press the MAP key. 2. Touch the map screen twice for the scroll symbol to appear. Touch the map or drag the scroll symbol toward your destination. 3. Touch the map screen continuously to scroll through the map faster. The address of the location on the map will appear at the top of the screen.
Address This destination entry method allows you to input an address by providing the system with a house number, street name, and city. Select Street to begin entering the desired address. Do not include name extensions such as N. or Drive. For example, the street name N. Civic Center Drive should be entered as Civic Center. As information is entered, the system will automatically search for available names, and List will become available. 2.
All Points of Interest This destination entry method allows you to choose a destination from the point of interest (POI) list. Selecting All Points Of Interest from the DESTINATION menu will bring up the alpha keypad. While inputting a POI or city name, the List option will become available. As information is entered, the system will search for available POI and city names based on the information given. The system will supply a list of names to make a selection from when the choices are five or less.
The system will list all POIs available. You can sort by name using NAME SORT or touch DIST SORT to list POIs by distance from your current location. Select a location from the list. The system will show the selected POI on the map. If available, a pop-up window will be displayed. Touch INFO to view the POI’s name, address, city, and phone number, if available. Touch Enter to plan your route. Memory Points This destination entry method allows you to set a memory point as your destination.
To select a destination using this entry method, do the following: 1. Touch the Memory Points symbol. 2. Select a category. 3. Select a destination. Use the arrows to scroll through the memory points. They can be sorted by date, name, distance, and icon. 4. Touch Enter to plan your route. Previous Destination This destination entry method allows you to select a destination by choosing from a list of the last 10 destinations entered into the system. To select a previous destination, do the following: 1.
Previous Starting Point This destination entry method allows you to select the last start point as your destination. To select the previous start point as your destination, do the following: 1. Touch Previous Destination. 2. Touch the Previous starting point screen button. 3. Touch Enter to plan your route. Home This destination entry method allows you to select a destination that has been previously stored as Home. To choose Home as your destination, do the following: 1. Touch the Home symbol. 2.
Set by Map This destination entry method allows you to select a destination by using the scroll symbol. 2. Use the scroll symbol to select the desired destination. The zoom in and zoom out feature can be used to assist you in finding the desired location. See “Map Scales” under Maps on page 271. 3. Touch Enter to plan your route. Freeway Entrance/Exit This destination entry method allows you to select either a freeway entrance or an exit as a destination. To use this feature, do the following: 1.
To enter a freeway name, do the following: 1. Touch the Freeway Entrance/Exit symbol. 2. Enter the freeway name using the alpha key pad. Freeways sometimes have a name and a number associated with them which you may need to refer to when entering freeway information. Freeways are also referred to by their abbreviated names. For example, Interstate 75 in the U.S. is selected by entering I-75. As you enter a freeway name, the List option will become available. 3.
Intersection This destination entry method allows you to select a destination by inputting the intersecting roads you wish to travel to. 3. To view a list of choices, touch List or continue to spell the name to further reduce the list of available items. The system will display a list of the intersecting streets if the number of intersecting streets is five or less. 4. Select the first street. 5. Now enter the second street name. To enter an intersection, do the following: 1.
Route Preference The following options will be available from the ROUTE PREFERENCE menu: To change your planning options, use the following instructions. Detour This feature allows you to choose a distance in miles/kilometers to detour. Select the detour distance desired for residential roads and freeways. 1. Press the ROUTE key. 2. Touch Route Preference. The system will retain these settings for the next time you use Detour, unless you change them.
Route Setting This feature allows you to display and change the planning methods used each time you plan a route. With planning method options, you are able to select the fastest route based on time or distance, using only major roads, toll roads, and using ferries based on the navigation system’s information and information contained on the map DVD.
Display Whole Route Regional Maps This feature allows you to display your entire planned route. Total mileage and time to destination for the planned route will be displayed on the map screen. Touch Return to go back to the previous menu. The maps are stored on a DVD-ROM. The 48 contiguous United States and portions of Canada are contained on one disc. The U.S. map database includes interstate freeways, state highways, country roads, and major and general streets.
4. Load the map DVD into the slot by inserting it partway. The system will pull it in. 5. Press and release the TILT key to close the faceplate. Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) with the system’s faceplate open will cause the faceplate to close automatically. This could cause damage to a CD, DVD or the system if it is partially loaded. Before shifting out of PARK (P), make sure that the DVD or CD is loaded properly. The vehicle must be shifted back into PARK (P) to close the faceplate.
Setting the Search Area To determine or change the system’s search area, do the following: 1. Press the ROUTE key. 2. Touch the Enter Destination screen button. 3. Touch Change under the Search Area heading. The system will display a map with each region represented. 4. Select the desired region by touching the appropriate screen button to the left of the U.S. map.
Map Adjustments Scrolling the Map The system allows you to adjust the scale of view on the map. The map will scroll automatically based on the direction you are traveling. Map Scales To view a larger or smaller scale of the map, touch the map scale arrows. You may also adjust the scale of the map by touching the scale on the bar. The scale of a map can range from 1/32 of a mile (0.05 km) to 128 miles (256 km). 274 Touch anywhere on the map screen twice to display the scroll symbol.
Symbols The following symbols are the most common that appear on a map screen. Your vehicle is shown as this symbol. It indicates the current position and heading direction of your vehicle on the map. This symbol will appear on the map to show your destination after a route has been planned. You will see this type of symbol on the map when a waypoint has been planned. The waypoint symbol will be numbered from 1 through 5 depending on how many waypoints have been set.
This symbol indicates the distance and estimated travel time to your final destination. The Estimated Travel Time feature must be on for estimated travel time to be displayed. This symbol indicates the distance to your final destination in a straight line. This symbol will appear before route guidance begins or if you are on a road where route guidance is not available. 276 This symbol indicates the map with North up.
This symbol will appear when the navigation system is unable to receive the GPS signal. See Global Positioning System (GPS) on page 281 for more information. When a point of interest (POI) or street address name is too long to be displayed, an arrow will appear. This symbol indicates the position of the next turn instruction. While on a planned route, touch this symbol to display the DEST MAP, WHOLE, and TURN LIST options. Touch the right or left arrow to scroll through the entire name.
With these options, you can do the following: Dest (Destination) Map: This option allows you to view the final destination location. The destination’s name or address will be displayed on the map screen. Touch Return when finished. 278 Whole: This option allows you to view the entire planned route. The distance to destination will be displayed on the map screen. Touch Return when finished.
screen as you make each turn. You may also touch the scroll up and down arrows providing scroll is available. Touching the down arrow will bring you to your current location. Touching the up arrow will give you upcoming streets. At times, there may not be names available for entrance or exit ramps. To avoid a turn, touch AVOID next to the turn you want to avoid. You can use REDUCE or ENLARGE to edit the avoided point. Touch Reroute or press the MAP key to calculate your new route.
Traveling Across Regions If you plan to drive across several states, you may have to change the selected region to represent the area you are traveling to. There are two ways you can plan a destination when traveling across regions. The following method is suggested and provides the most route guidance and map display functions: 1. Change the selected search area region when you get closer to the area you are traveling to. See “Setting the Search Area” under Maps on page 271. 2.
OnStar® System When using the OnStar® system, the audio system will be muted and the navigation voice prompts will be disabled during the call. The volume of the OnStar® call can be adjusted by using the steering wheel volume controls. See OnStar® System on page 107 for more information. Global Positioning System (GPS) The Navigation System determines the position of your vehicle by using satellite signals, various vehicle signals, and map data.
Vehicle Positioning At times, the position of the vehicle on the map may be inaccurate due to one or more of the following reasons: • The road system has changed. • The vehicle is driving on slippery road surfaces such as in sand, gravel, and/or snow. • The vehicle is traveling on winding roads. • The vehicle is on a long straight road. • The vehicle is approaching a tall building or a large vehicle. • The surface streets run parallel to a freeway.
Problems with Route Guidance Inappropriate route guidance may occur under one or more of the following conditions: • You have not turned onto the road indicated. • Route guidance may not be available when using automatic rerouting for the next right or left turn. • The route may not be changed when using automatic rerouting. • There is no route guidance when turning at an intersection. • Plural names of places may be announced occasionally.
Ordering Map DVDs You will receive two free DVD map disc updates with the purchase of your new vehicle. Updates are necessary to make sure that your vehicle’s navigation system has the most accurate information available about streets/roads, points of interest, and business locations. The updates are provided by the GM Nav Disc Center at the first and second anniversary dates of your vehicle’s delivery date.
Navigation Audio System Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player, CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer. Also, check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units. If sound equipment can be added, it is very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio, or other systems, and even damage them.
Display Presets on the Map: With this feature on, your audio system presets for the current audio source will be displayed on the left of the map screen. Touch ON to turn this feature on. You may also choose to turn this feature off. With this feature on, you can recall your preset radio stations from the map screen. You cannot store preset stations from the map screen. You must do this from the audio screen. See “Preset Station Menu” later in this section for more information on storing presets.
This feature is most effective at lower volume settings where background noise can affect how well you hear the music being played through your vehicle’s audio system. At higher volume settings, where the music is much louder than the background noise, there may be little or no adjustments by AudioPilot®. For additional information on AudioPilot®, please visit www.bose.com. Clock Adjust Menu 8 (Clock): Touch this screen button to get to the CLOCK ADJUST menu.
GPS TIME: The current GPS time will be displayed to the right of this screen button. Touch GPS TIME to set the navigation system time to match current GPS time. If the seconds for the present minute are greater than thirty when GPS TIME is selected, the clock will round up to the next minute. Screen Adjust Menu Daylight Saving Time: Touch this screen button to increase the time setting by one hour. Then touch GPS TIME to save the new setting.
AUTO: This setting automatically adjusts the contrast and brightness of the screen depending on exterior lighting conditions. DAY: This setting leaves the screen in day mode. Day mode is best suited for daylight conditions. NIGHT: This setting leaves the screen in night mode. Night mode is best suited for nighttime conditions. SCREEN OFF: Touch SCREEN OFF to turn off the screen. Press any hard key to turn the screen back on. SET: Touch SET to save your choices and exit the CLOCK ADJUST menu.
Finding a Station Preset Station Menu Up to 36 stations, 6 AM, 6 FM 1, 6 FM 2, 6 XM 1, 6 XM 2, and 6 WX, if equipped, can be programmed for home and for away. To store presets, do the following: 1. Turn the audio system on. 2. Touch AM, FM, XM, or WX, if equipped, to display the desired source. The preset station menu will appear. FM1 audio source shown, other sources similar Press the BAND key to switch between AM, FM1, FM2, XM1, XM2, or WX, if equipped. Touch the desired audio source to select it.
SCAN: To scan stations, touch SCAN. The radio will go to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Touch SCAN again to stop scanning. Sound Menu To scan preset stations, touch and hold SCAN for two seconds. It will only scan the audio source it is in, with the exception of FM 1 and FM 2, which will both be scanned if in that source. Touch SCAN again to stop scanning. RDS (Radio Data System): See “Radio Data System (RDS)” later in this section for more information.
To adjust sound settings, do the following: 1. Touch the plus (+) or minus (−) signs to adjust treble, mid-range, and bass. 2. Touch the L for left or R for right to adjust the balance of the speakers. 3. Touch the F for front or R for rear to adjust the fade of the speakers. 4. Touch DSP to adjust your DSP, if equipped. See “Adjusting the Speakers” later in this section for more information. After adjustments are made, touch any source screen button. This will take you back to the preset station menu.
Adjusting the Speakers To save DSP settings for your preset stations, use the SOUND menu or touch DSP from the preset station menu to access the DSP menu. See “Sound Menu” listed previously in this section for more information. Touch DSP to change the following options: ON/OFF: Touch ON/OFF to turn DSP on and off. DRIVER SEAT: Touch this button to adjust the audio to give the driver the best possible sound quality.
Radio Data Systems (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can do the following: • Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming • Receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies • Display messages from radio stations • Seek to stations with traffic announcements RDS: Touch RDS to use alternate RDS functions located in the preset menu.
If you are tuned to a station broadcasting RDS information, the station’s Program Service (PS) and Program Type (PTY) will replace the station’s frequency on the status line at the top of the display. After about five seconds, if available, the PTY will be replaced on the display by the station’s PTY name. The PTY and PTY name may be the same or different. If the audio system is tuned to a station that is not broadcasting RDS information, the station’s frequency will remain on the display.
When a traffic announcement comes on the current radio station or a related network station, you will hear it even if the volume is muted or a CD is playing. If the audio system tunes to a related network station for a traffic announcement, it will return to the original station when the announcement is finished. If the CD player was being used, the CD will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped. Touch RDS followed by TA again to turn TA off.
PTY (Program Type) Presets: The six presets let you return to your favorite PTYs. These presets have factory PTY preset stations. See “RDS Program Type (PTY) Selections” later in this section. You can set up to 12 PTYs, 6 FM 1 and 6 FM2. To save a PTY preset, do the following: 1. Touch FM1 or FM2. 2. Touch RDS to enter the RDS menu. 3. Touch RDS ON/OFF to turn RDS on. 4. Touch PTY. 5. Touch SEL PTY and select the desired PTY from the list. 6.
XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada. XM™ offers a large variety of coast-to-coast channels including music, news, sports, talk/weather (U.S. subscribers), and children’s programming. XM™ provides digital quality audio and text information that includes the channel name and number, song title, and artist name. A service fee is required in order to receive the XM™ service. For more information, contact XM™; in the U.S.
XL (Explicit Language Channels): XL on the radio display, after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request, by calling; in the U.S. 1-800-852-XMXM (9696) or in Canada 1-877-GET-XMSR (438-9677). Setting Program Type (PTY) Preset Stations SCATT (Category): Press the arrows to select a category. Once the desired category is displayed, press TUNE/SEEK to select the category and take you to the category’s first station.
XM Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XM Updating Updating encryption code The encryption code in your receiver is being updated, and no action is required. This process should take no longer than 30 seconds. No XM Signal Loss of signal Your system is functioning correctly, but you are in a location that is blocking the XM signal. When you move into an open area, the signal should return.
Radio Display Message Condition Action Required Not Found No channel available for the chosen category There are no channels available for the category you selected. Your system is working properly. No Information No Text/Informational message available No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel. Your system is working properly. XM Theftlocked Theft lock active The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle.
Six-Disc CD Changer With the compact disc changer, you can play up to six normal size discs continuously. When the radio is turned on, the changer will begin checking for discs. This will continue for up to one and a half minutes, depending on the number of discs loaded. You may hear noise, but this is normal. The CD changer is initializing. Press the CD hard key to access the six-disc CD changer screen. You can also use the system’s DVD player for single CD play once the map DVD is removed.
The following features are also available from this screen: • LOAD • EJECT • SCAN THE DISCS or SCAN THE TRACKS • and RANDOM ALL or RANDOM DISC. The numbered buttons (1 through 6) represent the order of the discs loaded in the changer. If there are only two CDs loaded, buttons 1 and 2 will only be available to choose from. LOAD: Touch this button once each time you wish to load a CD into the changer.
j (Pause): Touch this button to pause CD play. «TUNE SEEK ª: Press the up arrow on the Touch it again to resume play or touch the play button. TUNE/SEEK switch to seek to the next selection on the compact disc. If playing last track of disc, pressing the up arrow will seek to the first track of the next disc. Press the down arrow to seek to the previous selection on the compact disc. If playing the first track of disc, pressing the down arrow will seek to the last track on the selected disc.
CD Changer Errors CD Player CDX ERROR could be displayed for the following: • The road is too rough. The disc should play when the road is smoother. • The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or not loaded label side up. • The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. To use the player as a single music CD player, you must first remove the navigation map DVD. While playing a CD in the CD/DVD Player, the navigation system is not available.
5. Insert the music CD into the slot. The system will pull the CD into the player. 6. Press and release the TILT hard key to close the faceplate. Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) with the system’s faceplate open will cause the faceplate to close automatically. This could cause damage to a CD, DVD or the system if it is partially loaded. Before shifting out of PARK (P), make sure that the DVD or CD is loaded properly. The vehicle must be shifted back into PARK (P) to close the faceplate.
r (Play): Touch this button to begin playing a CD. RANDOM: Touch this button to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order on the disc. Touch RANDOM again to turn off random mode. SCAN TRACKS: Touch this button to hear the first 10 seconds of each track on the disc. Touch this button again to stop scanning. The CD will mute while scanning. REPEAT TRACK: Touch this button to repeat the selected track. r (Rewind): Touch this button to rewind quickly through a track selection.
To remove the navigation map DVD and load a video DVD, use the following steps: 1. With the vehicle in PARK (P) and the vehicle running, press the TILT hard key until a beep is heard. The faceplate of the system will open. 2. If a map DVD or a music CD is loaded, the system will automatically eject it. Gently remove it from the slot and return it to its case. 3. Load the video DVD into the slot. The system will pull the DVD into the player. 4. Press and release the TILT hard key to close the faceplate.
DVD Menu Options To display the menu choices while a DVD is playing, touch anywhere on the screen and the menu will appear. VIEWING ANGLE: Touch this button to adjust the viewing angle of the DVD. Some DVDs allow you to change the camera angle. This may not be available on all DVDs. Depending on the type of DVD you are using, this button may or may not be available. SUBTITLE: Touch this button to playback the video with subtitles. This may not be available on all DVDs.
TITLE: Touch this button to display the title of the DVD. Depending on the type of DVD you are using, this button may or may not be available. SETTING: Touch this button to adjust the following: • LANGUAGE PREFERENCES • PARENTAL LOCK Under LANGUAGE PREFERENCES, you can select different languages for AUDIO, SUBTITLE and DVD MENUS. 1. To change languages, first select the option you wish to change. 2. Select a language from the list given. 3. Touch RETURN to end out the menu. Your language is now saved.
SEARCH: Touch this button to search to a certain scene on the DVD. Depending on the type of DVD you are using, this button may or may not be available. r (Rewind): Touch this button to rewind through a scene during playback. r (Resume): Touch this button to resume playing a DVD. c (Stop): Touch this button to stop the DVD. j (Pause): Touch this button to pause the DVD. [ (Forward): Touch this button to advance rapidly during playback.
To select HOME and AWAY preset stations, do the following: 1. With the audio system on, touch the Audio hard key and turn the audio system off. 2. Touch the HOME or AWAY button from the main audio screen. The next time the audio system is turned on, the system will recall the last active preset selection. When battery power is removed and later applied, you will not have to reset your home audio system preset stations because the audio system remembers them.
You can end voice recognition by not speaking any commands. After about five seconds of silence, the system will automatically cancel voice recognition. At times, the system may not understand a spoken command. If this happens, try saying the command again. If a spoken command is not available, the system will provide feedback based on availability. While using voice recognition, make sure to keep interior noise levels to a minimum. Otherwise, the system might not recognize voice commands.
Radio Commands Radio: This command will change the audio system to the next radio audio source. AM: This command will change the audio system to the AM audio source. FM1: This command will change the audio system to the FM1 audio source. FM2: This command will change the audio system to the FM2 audio source. XM1: This command will change the audio system to the XM1 audio source. Power On, Audio On: These commands will turn the system’s power on.
Screen Commands Map Commands Screen Day Mode, Day Mode On: These commands will adjust the system’s screen setting to the day mode. Zoom In: This command will cause the system to zoom in when on the map screen. Screen Night Mode, Night Mode On: These commands will adjust the system’s screen setting to the night mode. Screen Auto Mode, Auto Mode On: These commands will adjust the system’s screen setting to auto mode. Screen Off: This command will turn the system’s screen display off.
Map Direction, Change Map Direction: These commands will cause the system to change the vehicle’s direction from North Up to Heading Up or Heading Up to North Up on the map screen if the map scale is set to 2 miles (4 km) or less. Mark, Mark This Point: These commands will cause the system to mark the location as a memory point while on the map screen. Louder: This command will cause the system to increase the volume of the navigation voice prompts if a destination has been set.
Arrow Guidance, Arrow Guide, Change To Arrow Guidance, Change To Arrow Guide: These commands will cause the system to change to Arrow Guidance screen view in the Guidance Menu if a destination has been set. Turn List Guidance, Turn List Guide, Change to Turn List Guidance, Change to Turn List Guide: These commands will cause the system to change to Turn List Guidance screen view in the Guidance Menu if a destination has been set.
Point of Interest (POI) Commands The following commands will cause the system to display icons if they are available on the map screen when the map scale is set to a half mile (eight-tenths km) or less. Restaurant, I’m Hungry: These commands will cause the system to display restaurant POI icons. American Restaurant, American Food: These commands will cause the system to display American restaurant POI icons.
Rental Car Agency: This command will cause the system to display rental car POI icons. Tourist Attraction: This command will cause the system to display tourist attraction POI icons. Automobile Club, Triple A: These commands will cause the system to display auto club POI icons. Winery: This command will cause the system to display winery POI icons. Auto Service And Maintenance, Auto Service, Maintenance: These commands will cause the system to display auto service POI icons.
Court House: This command will cause the system to display court house POI icons. Train Station: This command will cause the system to display train station POI icons. Airport: This command will cause the system to display airport POI icons. Historical Monument: This command will cause the system to display historical monument POI icons. Performing Arts: This command will cause the system to display performing arts POI icons. Museum: This command will cause the system to display museum POI icons.
Section 5 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ............................................ 322 Defensive Driving ...................................... 322 Drunken Driving ........................................ 323 Control of a Vehicle .................................. 326 Braking ...................................................... 326 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 327 Braking in Emergencies ............................. 329 Traction Control System (TCS) .
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 13. 322 {CAUTION: Defensive driving really means “Be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, or expressways, it means “Always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes.
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It is 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 lb (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 liquors like whiskey, gin, or vodka. It is 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 chance of 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 have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering, and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Sometimes, as when you are driving on snow or ice, it is easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle.
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. The brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. The 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.
ABS 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 us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down.
Remember: ABS does not 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 will not 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 ABS. Using ABS Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti-lock work for you.
This warning light will come on to let you know if there is a problem with your traction control system. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on page 194. 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, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the system on.
Magnetic Ride Control StabiliTrak® System Magnetic Ride Control automatically adjusts the ride of your vehicle. Automatic ride control is achieved through a computer used to control and monitor the suspension system. The controller receives input from various sensors to determine the proper system response. If the controller detects a problem within the system, the DIC will display a SERVICE RIDE CONTROL message. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 206 for more information. See your dealer for service.
The STABILITRAK ACTIVE message will come on when the system is operating. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 206 for more information. You may also feel or hear the system working. This is normal. The instrument panel cluster light will come on and a chime will sound to let you know if there is a problem with the system. The SERVICE STABILITRAK message will also be displayed. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 206 for more information.
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. Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering Your vehicle has a steering system that continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds. It provides ease when parking, yet a firm, solid feel at highway speeds. Steering Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while the front wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. See Braking on page 326. It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision.
The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly. Off-Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
So here are some tips for passing: • Drive ahead. Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. • Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your pass. A broken center line usually indicates it is all right to pass, providing the road ahead is clear.
• Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two-lane roads. Reconsider before passing the next vehicle. • Do not overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly. Even though the brake lamps are not flashing, it may be slowing down or starting to turn. • If you are being passed, make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you. Perhaps you can ease a little to the right.
If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions.
Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired — by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. • Drive defensively. • Do not drink and drive. • Adjust the inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. • Since you cannot see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Keep the windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean — inside and out. Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly. Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Remember that the headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve.
The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking. 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 cannot, try to slow down before you hit them.
Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly. Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION: (Continued) If this happens, you and other vehicle occupants could drown.
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 will save time and energy. See Freeway Driving on page 344. • 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 back 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.
• Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip.
Hill and Mountain Roads If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. {CAUTION: If you do not shift down, your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill.
• Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane {CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash. Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill. • Know how to go down hills.
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 vehicle. Also see Tires on page 413. 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.
Driving On Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You will have a lot less traction, or grip, and will need to be very careful. What is the worst time for this? Wet ice. Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all.
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) improves your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have ABS, you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on page 327. • Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. • Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice.
{CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.
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. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can.
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Loading Your Vehicle First, turn the steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around the front wheels. You should turn the traction control system off. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 329. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear.
Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures (D). For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 413 and Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 422. There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification label. It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and rear axle.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6.
Example 2 Item A B C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight @ 150 lbs (68 kg) x 2 = Available Cargo Weight = Example 3 Total Item 400 lbs (181 kg) A 300 lbs (136 kg) B 100 lbs (45 kg) C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Weight @ 200 lbs (91 kg) x 2 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 400 lbs (181 kg) 400 lbs (181 kg) 0 lbs (0 kg) Refer to your vehicle’s Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about your ve
Certification Label {CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts on your vehicle can 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. A vehicle specific Certification label is attached to the rear edge of the driver’s door.
Towing {CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. • Put things in the rear area of your vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly. • Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats. • Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle. • When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can.
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Service ........................................................ 363 Accessories and Modifications ................... 363 California Proposition 65 Warning .............. 364 Doing Your Own Service Work .................. 364 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ................................................... 365 Fuel ............................................................. 365 Gasoline Octane ........................................
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care When It Is Time for New Tires .................. 428 Buying New Tires ...................................... 428 Different Size Tires and Wheels ................ 430 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..................... 431 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ............ 432 Wheel Replacement .................................. 432 Tire Chains ............................................... 435 Lifting Your Vehicle ...................................
Service Accessories and Modifications Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people.
California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many fluids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals.
Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 58. You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform. See Maintenance Record on page 477. Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance.
Gasoline Octane If your vehicle has the 4.6L V8 engine (VIN Code A), use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher. You may also use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher, but your vehicle’s acceleration may be slightly reduced, and you may notice a slight audible knocking noise, commonly referred to as spark knock. If the octane is less than 87, you may notice a heavy knocking noise when you drive.
California Fuel Additives If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. See the underhood emission control label. 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.
Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area. General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels. Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol.
Filling the Tank {CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from fuel. Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle. This is against the law in some places.
An alternate fuel door release is located inside the trunk behind a panel on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Pull the handle to release the fuel door. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise. The fuel cap has a spring in it; if the cap is released too soon, it will spring back to the right. While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door. {CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned.
The CHECK GAS CAP message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) will be displayed if the fuel cap is not properly installed. Filling a Portable Fuel Container {CAUTION: {CAUTION: If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant. Leave the area immediately. Notice: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you.
Checking Things Under the Hood {CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 372 {CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine.
Hood Release To lift the hood, use the following steps: 1. Pull the lever with this symbol on it. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever. The lever is located under the hood near the center of the vehicle. Move the release lever to the right and raise the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly.
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 4.
A. Battery. See Battery on page 402. B. Passenger Compartment Air Filter. See Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 184. C. Underhood Fuse Block. See Underhood Fuse Block on page 455. D. Power Steering Fluid. See Power Steering Fluid on page 396. E. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 382. F. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 377. G. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 377. H.
When you open the hood on the 4.
A. Battery. See Battery on page 402. B. Passenger Compartment Air Filter. See Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 184. C. Underhood Fuse Block. See Underhood Fuse Block on page 455. D. Power Steering Fluid. See Power Steering Fluid on page 396. E. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 382. F. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 377. G. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 377. H.
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, you will need to add at least one quart/liter of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 458. Notice: Do not add too much oil. If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged.
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM4718M Your vehicle’s engine requires a special oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard may be identified as synthetic. However, not all synthetic oils will meet this GM standard. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M. Notice: If you use oils that do not have the GM4718M Standard designation, you can cause engine damage not covered by your warranty.
Your vehicle’s engine is filled at the factory with a Mobil 1® synthetic oil, which meets all requirements for your vehicle. Engine Oil Life System Substitute Engine Oil: When adding oil to maintain engine oil level, oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M may not be available. You can add substitute oil designated SAE 5W-30 with the starburst symbol at all temperatures. Substitute oil not meeting GM Standard GM4718M should not be used for an oil change.
When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is necessary. A CHANGE OIL NOW message in the DIC will come on. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 206. Change your oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year.
What to Do with Used Oil When to Check Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not 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. See Additional Required Services on page 467 for when the oil level should be checked.
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filters To inspect the air cleaner/filters, remove the filters from the vehicle and lightly shake the filters to release loose dust and dirt. If the filters remain caked with dirt, new filters are required. To inspect or replace the filters, do the following: 1. Some XLR-V vehicles, have a single piece black cover that snaps over the entire air cleaner assembly.
5. Inspect or replace the filter. 6. Repeat the procedure for the second air cleaner/filter. Reverse the above procedure to reinstall the engine air cleaner filter housings. {CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires. If it is not there and the engine backfires, you could be burned.
Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in Additional Required Services on page 467, and be sure to use the fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 473. Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL® engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for five years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOL® extended life coolant.
What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and one-half DEX-COOL® coolant which will not damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you do not need to add anything else. {CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture.
Checking Coolant {CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap — even a little — when the engine and radiator are hot. The engine coolant surge tank is located toward the rear of the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. For more information on location, see Engine Compartment Overview on page 374. The vehicle must be on a level surface.
Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL® coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. {CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. When replacing the pressure cap, press down and turn it clockwise until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure the cap is hand-tight and fully seated.
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine {CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. If you keep driving when the vehicles engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others could be badly burned.
If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in NEUTRAL (N) while stopped. If it is safe to do so, pull off the road, shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and let the engine idle. 2. Set the climate controls to the highest heat setting and fan speed and open the windows as necessary. If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes.
Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: {CAUTION: 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 surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. A. Electric Engine Cooling Fan B.
A low coolant level should be indicated by a LOW COOLANT message on the Driver Information Center (DIC). If it is, 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. {CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you have not found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at the FULL COLD mark on the front of the coolant surge tank, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL® coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before you do it. See Engine Coolant on page 385 for more information.
{CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL® coolant.
1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture until the level inside the surge tank stabilizes at the FULL COLD mark on the front of the surge tank. 2. Then keep turning the cap and remove it.
If the LOW COOLANT message does not appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) after two minutes, the coolant is at the proper fill level. If a LOW COOLANT message does appear, repeat Steps 1 through 3 then reinstall the pressure cap, or see your dealer. Power Steering Fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 374 for reservoir location. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot.
When to Check Power Steering Fluid What to Use It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 473. Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.
Adding Washer Fluid The LOW WASHER FLUID message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC) when the fluid is low. Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 374 for reservoir location. 398 Notice: • When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid.
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 374 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system.
Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Look at the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid level should be above the MIN mark on the reservoir. If it is not, have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak. After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the level is between the MIN and MAX marks. What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid. Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 473.
Brake Wear Brake Pedal Travel 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. See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.
Battery Vehicle Storage Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When it is time for a new battery, get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label. We recommend an ACDelco® replacement battery. If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. For battery replacement, see your dealer or the service manual.
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 following steps to do it safely. {CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They 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. If you do not follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you.
Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlet. Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries.
{CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) or to a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.
8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative (−) cable does not go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative (−) terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery. 9.
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. How to Check Lubricant 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.
What to Use Headlamp Aiming To add lubricant when the level is low, use SAE 75W–90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021677) or equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986115. To completely refill after draining, add 4 ounces (118 ml) of Limited-Slip Differential Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. 1052358) or equivalent. Then fill to the bottom of the filler plug hole with the Synthetic Gear Lubricant. Your vehicle has high intensity discharge (HID) visual optical aiming type headlamps.
The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: • The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft (7.6 m) from a light colored wall. • The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface which is level all the way to the wall. • The vehicle should be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall. • The vehicle should not have any snow, ice or mud attached to it. • The vehicle should be fully assembled and all other work stopped while headlamp aiming is being done.
Headlamp Vertical Aiming To properly prepare the vehicle for vertical headlamp aiming see Headlamp Aiming on page 408 for more information. To adjust the vertical aim, do the following: 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. 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 373 for more information. 2. Locate the aim dot on the inner projector lens of the low-beam headlamp. 3.
7. Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws, which are under the hood near each headlamp assembly. The adjustment screw can be turned with a 6 mm male hex. 8. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. 9. The top edge of the cut-off should be positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line. 10. Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line.
Bulb Replacement It is recommended that all bulbs be replaced by your dealer. Windshield Replacement To replace the wiper blade assembly, do the following: 1. Place the vehicle in accessory mode and turn the wipers on. Position the wipers on the windshield in the mid-wipe position. Then with a door open, turn the vehicle off. Keep in mind that your windshield is part of the Head-Up Display (HUD) system.
Tires CAUTION: Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle. {CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. • Overloading your vehicle’s tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction.
Low-Profile Tires (XLR-V) Notice: If your vehicle has P235/45R19 or P255/40R19 size tires, they are classified as low-profile tires. Low-profile tires are more susceptible to damage from road hazards or curb impact than standard profile tires. Tire and or wheel assembly damage can occur when coming into contact with road hazards like potholes or sharp edged objects, or when sliding into a curb. Your GM warranty does not cover this type of damage.
Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The example below shows a typical passenger (p-metric) tire sidewall. (A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration later in this section for more detail.
(E) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance. For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 431. (G) Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load.
(E) Rim Diameter: Diameter of the wheel in inches. Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire’s height to its width. (F) Service Description: These characters represent the load range and speed rating of the tire. The load index represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to carry. The load index can range from 1 to 279. The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load. Speed ratings range from A to Z.
DOT Markings: A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) motor vehicle safety standards. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand, and date of production. GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 354. GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle.
Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle. The side of the tire that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering, or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire.
Vehicle Capacity Weight: The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 150 lbs (68 kg) plus the rated cargo load. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 354. Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle’s capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure.
Some road hazards can damage a tire beyond repair. This damage could occur even before you have driven on the tire in a deflated condition. When a tire has been damaged, or if you have driven any distance on a run-flat tire, check with an authorized run-flat tire service center to determine whether the tire can be repaired or should be replaced. To maintain your vehicle’s run-flat feature, all replacement tires must be self-supporting tires.
Inflation - Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that under-inflation or over-inflation is all right. It is not.
How to Check Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are underinflated. Check the tire’s inflation pressure when the tires are cold. Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
When a low tire pressure condition is detected, the TPMS illuminates the low tire pressure warning light, located in the instrument panel cluster, and at the same time the LOW TIRE PRESSURE warning message on the Driver Information Center (DIC) displays. The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message appear at each ignition cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale.
TPMS Sensor Identification Codes Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code. Any time you replace one or more of the TPMS sensors or rotate your vehicle’s tires, the identification codes will need to be matched to the new tire/wheel position. The sensors are matched to the tire/wheel positions in the following order: driver’s side front tire, passenger’s side front tire, passenger’s side rear tire, and driver’s side rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool. See your dealer for service.
{CAUTION: When rotating P235/50R18 size tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label, see Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 422 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 354. Vehicles that have the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system will need to have the sensors reset after a tire rotation is performed. A special tool is needed to reset the sensor identification codes.
When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it is 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. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: • You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. • You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber. • The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.
Winter tires with the same speed rating as your original equipment tires may not be available for H, V, W, Y, and ZR speed rated tires. If you choose snow tires with a lower speed rating, never exceed the tire’s maximum speed capability. {CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving.
Your vehicle’s original equipment tires are listed on the Tire and Loading Information label. This label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 354 for more information about the Tire and Loading Information label and its location 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 C, representing 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.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your vehicle. {CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured.
Tightening Wheel Lug Nuts Tighten the wheel lug nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. {CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to a crash. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage.
Tire Chains Lifting Your Vehicle {CAUTION: {CAUTION: Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash.
{CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up 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. {CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to place the jack in the proper location before raising the vehicle.
Lifting From the Front The front lifting points can be accessed from either side of your vehicle, behind the front tires. 1. Locate the front lifting points (A), according to the illustration shown. 2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle.
Lifting From the Rear 3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the jack spans at least two of the crossmember ribs (B). 438 The rear lifting points can be accessed from the rear of the vehicle, on either the driver’s or passenger’s side.
1. Locate the rear lifting points (A), according to the illustration shown. 2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle. 3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the jack spans at least two of the crossmember ribs (B). For more information, see Doing Your Own Service Work on page 364.
If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you are driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. See Tires on page 413 for additional information. Your vehicle, when new, had run-flat tires. This type of tire can operate effectively with no air pressure, so you will not need to stop on the side of the road to change a flat tire. You can just keep on driving.
Appearance Care {CAUTION: Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Special tools and procedures are required to service a run-flat tire. If these special tools and procedures are not used you or others could be injured and your vehicle could be damaged. Always be sure the proper tools and procedures, as described in the service manual, are used. Notice: Using liquid sealants can damage the tire valves and tire pressure monitor sensors in your vehicle’s run-flat tires.
When cleaning your vehicle’s interior, only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned. Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended. Use glass cleaner only on glass. Remove any accidental over-spray from other surfaces immediately. To prevent over-spray, apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth.
• Do not heavily saturate your upholstery while cleaning. • Damage to your vehicle’s interior may result from the use of many organic solvents such as naptha, alcohol, etc. Fabric/Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats. For soils, always try to remove them first with plain water or club soda.
Leather A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used. Allow the leather to dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. Never use steam to clean leather. Never use spot lifters or spot removers on leather. Many commercial leather cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect leather may permanently change the appearance and feel of your leather and are not recommended.
Wood Panels Care of Safety Belts Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Keep belts clean and dry. {CAUTION: Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker will not be damaged. Clean spots with just water and mild soap. Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection.
Washing Your Vehicle The paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. The best way to preserve the vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well, removing all soap residue completely. GM-approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer.
Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 450. Notice: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may damage it. Use only non-abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish on your vehicle. The vehicle has a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish.
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels Your vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the 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. Notice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels, you could damage the surface of the wheel(s).
Tires Finish Damage To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets.
Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ring-shaped discolorations, and small, irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface.
Vehicle Identification Engine Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your vehicle’s engine, specifications, and replacement parts. Service Parts Identification Label This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage would not be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Add-on equipment can drain your vehicle’s battery, even if your vehicle is not operating. Your vehicle has an airbag system.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Remove the carpet and toe-board covering to access the fuse block by pulling at the top of each corner of the panel. Then turn the fuse block door knob counterclockwise and pull the door to access the fuses. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.
Fuses 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 454 Usage Spare Fuse Fuse Pull Reverse Lamp Starter/Crank Parking Brake Solenoid A Reverse Lamps BTSI Solenoid, Column Lock Not Used Not Used GMLAN Devices Rear Park Aid, Heated/Cooled Seats, Windshield Wiper Relays Door Locks Engine Control Module Interior Lights Airbags Not Used OnStar® Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Driver Door Switch Power Tilt Wheel, Telescopic Steering Column, Memory Seat, Driver Seat Switch, Retractable Hardtop Switch Igni
Fuses 42 43 44 45 46 Usage Driver’s Side Heated Seat Not Used Retractable Hardtop, Trunk Latch Auxiliary Power Cigar Lighter Relays 47 48 49 50 51 52 Usage Park Brake Hold Park Brake Release Not Used Not Used Not Used Fuel Door Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located next to the engine on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. For more information on location, see Engine Compartment Overview on page 374. To access the fuses, push in the tab located at the end of the fuse block cover.
Fuses 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Fuses 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 456 Usage Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Suspension Control, Adaptive Forward Lighting System (AFS) Horn Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Transmission Controls Windshield Wipers Stop/Back-Up Lamps Oxygen Sensor Battery 5 Parking Lamps 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Usage Electronic Throttle Control Fuel Pump Engine Control Module, Transmission Control Module Odd Injectors Electronic Suspension Control Emission Controls Air Conditioning Compre
Fuses 30 31 32 33 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 Usage Starter Audio Amplifier Not Used Battery 1 Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Not Used Fuse Puller Relays 34 35 36 37 38 39 Usage Horn Air Conditioning Compressor Windshield Washer Parking Lamps Fog Lamps High Beam Headlamps Relays 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 55 Usage Rear Window Defogger Windshield Wiper High/Low Wiper RUN/ACCESSORY Power Starter/Crank Ignition 1 Windshield Wiper On/Off Headlamp Washer Low Beam Headlamps Fuel Pump Diodes Usage Diode 1 § § § Wipe
Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 473 for more information. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Capacities English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Automatic Transmission (Pan Removal and Replacement) 6-Speed Automatic 6.5 qt 6.
Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 4.4L V8 D Automatic 0.040 inches (1.02 mm) 4.6L V8 A Automatic 0.050 inches (1.27 mm) XLR-V Engine Data Engine 4.4L V8 (V-Series) Horsepower 443 hp (330 kW) @ 6400 rpm Torque Displacement Compression Ratio 4.4L 9.0:1 .
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Section 7 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ................................ 462 Introduction ............................................... 462 Maintenance Requirements ........................ 462 Your Vehicle and the Environment ............ 462 Using the Maintenance Schedule ............... 463 Scheduled Maintenance ............................. 465 Additional Required Services ..................... 467 Maintenance Footnotes .............................. 469 Owner Checks and Services ......
Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty.
Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive very 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. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands, or in many other ways. Because of all the different ways people use their vehicles, maintenance needs vary.
{CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, see your GM Goodwrench® dealer to have a qualified technician do the work. Some maintenance services can be complex.
Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE OIL NOW message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) comes on, it means that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may not indicate that vehicle service is necessary for over a year.
Maintenance I — Use Maintenance I if the CHANGE OIL NOW message comes on within 10 months since the vehicle was purchased or Maintenance II was performed. Maintenance II — Use Maintenance II if the previous service performed was Maintenance I. Always use Maintenance II whenever the message comes on 10 months or more since the last service or if the message has not come on at all for one year. Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and filter.
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) 25,000 (40 000) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) • Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (normal service). 150,000 (240 000) • • Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 382.
Additional Required Services (cont’d) Service and Miles (Kilometers) Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 25,000 (40 000) 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) 100,000 (160 000) 125,000 (200 000) 150,000 (240 000) • Engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (g). • 4.4L Supercharged Engine: Intercooler system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). See footnote (k).
Maintenance Footnotes (a) A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked. Add fluid if needed. (b) Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace wiper blades that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. (c) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are working properly.
(h) If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. (j) Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 473. (k) Drain, flush, and refill intercooler system.
Intercooler Coolant Level Check (4.4L Supercharged Engine) Check the coolant level and add DEX-COOL® coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 385 for further details. At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check {CAUTION: Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer fluid reservoir and add the proper fluid if necessary. When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly.
Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check Parking Brake and Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check {CAUTION: {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. • To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. • To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake.
Usage Intercooler System (4.4L V8 Supercharged engine) Hydraulic Brake System Windshield Washer Fluid/Lubricant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. Delco® Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid. 474 Rear Axle (Limited-Slip Differential) GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Power Steering Fluid Power Steering GM (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in System Canada 89021186). Automatic DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Transmission Fluid.
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Elements 4.4 L V8 Engine 4.6 L V8 Engine Engine Oil Filter 4.4 L V8 Engine 4.6 L V8 Engine Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element Spark Plugs 4.4 L V8 Engine 4.6 L V8 Engine Wiper Blade– 19.
Engine Drive Belt Routing 4.4L V8 Engine 4.
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 462. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 470 can be added on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date 478 Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed
Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 479
Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date 480 Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information ....... 482 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ............... 482 Online Owner Center ................................. 484 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users .......................... 485 Customer Assistance Offices ..................... 485 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ........ 486 Roadside Service ...................................... 487 Courtesy Transportation .............................
Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. 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 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).
Online Owner Center My GM Canada (Canada only) Online Owner Center (United States only) My GM Canada is a password-protected section of gmcanada.com where you can save information on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy tools and forms with greater ease. The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. Specific vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: • Get e-mail service reminders.
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-CMCC (2622). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Offices Cadillac encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance.
Canada — Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-888-446-2000 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-882-1112 Overseas — Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S.
Roadside Service Cadillac Owner Privileges™ Cadillac’s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, where available, a Cadillac trained dealer technician who can provide on-site service. Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privileges™ at “no charge,” throughout your Cadillac Warranty Period — 48 months/ 50,000 miles (80 000 km).
Roadside Service Availability Wherever you drive in the United States or Canada, an advisor is available to assist you over the phone. A dealer technician, if available, can travel to your location within a 30 mile (50 km) radius of a participating Cadillac dealership. If beyond this radius, we will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership. Reaching Roadside Service Dial the toll-free Roadside Service number: 1-800-882-1112.
Scheduling Service Appointments Transportation Options When your vehicle requires warranty service, you should contact your dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience. Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options.
Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair. Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum amount per day and must be supported by receipts. This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state, local and rental vehicle provider requirements. Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc.
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations.
In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may: • use the data for GM research needs, • make it available for research where appropriate confidentiality is to be maintained and need is shown, or • share summary data which is not tied to a specific vehicle with non-GM organizations for research purposes. Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data.
A recycled original equipment GM part, may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle’s originally designed appearance and safety performance, however, the history of these parts is not known. Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by that warranty. Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for your vehicle.
If an Accident Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in an accident. • Try to relax and then check to make sure you are all right. If you are uninjured, make sure that no one else in your vehicle, or the other vehicle, is injured. • If there has been an injury, call 911 for help. Do not leave the scene of an accident until all matters have been taken care of. Move your vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer.
• Choose a reputable collision repair facility for your vehicle. Whether you select a GM dealer or a private collision repair facility to fix the damage, make sure you are comfortable with them. Remember, you will have to feel comfortable with their work for a long time. • Once you have an estimate, read it carefully and make sure you understand what work will be performed on your vehicle. If you have a question, ask for an explanation. Reputable shops welcome this opportunity.
Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors Service Publications Ordering Information In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify us. Please call us at 1-800-458-8006, or write: Service Manuals Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232-5169 In Canada, please call us at 1-888-446-2000.
Owner’s Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.
A Accessories and Modifications ..................... 363 Accessory Power Outlet(s) .......................... 177 Adaptive Cruise Control ............................... 150 Adaptive Forward Lighting System ............... 167 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ....................................................... 59 Additives, Fuel ............................................ 367 Add-On Electrical Equipment ....................... 452 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ............................
Appearance Care (cont.) Weatherstrips ........................................... 445 Windshield and Wiper Blades ................... 447 Wood Panels ........................................... 445 Ashtray(s) .................................................... 178 Audio System .............................................. 285 Audio System(s) .......................................... 225 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ................. 227 Care of Your CD Player ...........................
Center Console Storage Area ...................... 122 Chains, Tire ................................................. 435 Charging System Light ................................ 191 Check Engine Light ............................................ 196 Checking Things Under the Hood ................ 372 Chemical Paint Spotting .............................. 450 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ............................. 35 Infants and Young Children ........................
Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Customer Satisfaction Procedure .............. GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ...... Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ..................................... Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government .......................... Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government .................... Roadside Service ..................................... Service Publications Ordering Information ...........................................
E Edit Avoid Point/Area ...................................... Memory Point .......................................... Waypoint .................................................. Electrical System Add-On Equipment ................................... Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...................... Instrument Panel Fuse Block ................... Power Windows and Other Power Options ................................................. Underhood Fuse Block ............................. Windshield Wiper Fuses ..
Fuel ............................................................ Additives .................................................. California Fuel .......................................... Filling a Portable Fuel Container .............. Filling Your Tank ...................................... Fuels in Foreign Countries ....................... Gage ....................................................... Gasoline Octane ...................................... Gasoline Specifications ............................
Heated Seats .................................................. 9 Heater ......................................................... 178 Highbeam On Light ..................................... 202 Highway Hypnosis ....................................... 346 Hill and Mountain Roads ............................. 347 Hood Checking Things Under ............................ 372 Release ................................................... 373 Horn ............................................................
Light (cont.) Lights On Reminder ................................. 202 Malfunction Indicator ................................ 196 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ............ 189 Safety Belt Reminder ............................... 187 Security ................................................... 201 TCS Warning Light .................................. 194 Tire Pressure ........................................... 196 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning ................................................
Message DIC Warnings and Messages ................... Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar® ................................................ Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror ........... Outside Convex Mirror ............................. Outside Curb View Assist Mirror ............... Outside Power Heated Mirrors ................. MyGMLink.com ............................................ 206 104 105 106 106 105 484 N Navigation ..........................................
P Paint, Damage ............................................ 449 Park Aid ...................................................... 175 Park (P) Shifting Into ............................................... 99 Shifting Out of ......................................... 100 Parking Assist ....................................................... 175 Brake ......................................................... 97 Over Things That Burn ............................ 101 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ............
Rear Storage Area ...................................... 123 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar® ................................................... 104 Reclining Seatbacks, Power .......................... 11 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .......... 473 Recreational Vehicle Towing ........................ 359 Replacement, Windshield ............................. 412 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government ............................. 496 General Motors ................................
Service ........................................................ 363 Accessories and Modifications .................. 363 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ................................................. 365 California Proposition 65 Warning ............. 364 Doing Your Own Work ............................. 364 Engine Soon Light ................................... 196 Publications Ordering Information ............. 497 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ......... 58 Setup Menu .........
Tires (cont.) Cleaning .................................................. Different Size ........................................... If a Tire Goes Flat ................................... Inflation - Tire Pressure ............................ Inspection and Rotation ............................ Lifting Your Vehicle .................................. Pressure Monitor System ......................... Run-Flat ................................................... Tire Sidewall Labeling .........................
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ................................................ 491 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .......................................... 451 Service Parts Identification Label .............. 451 Vehicle Personalization DIC .......................................................... 220 Vehicle Positioning ...................................... 282 Ventilation Adjustment .................................. 184 Visors ..................................................
