The 2003 PontiacAztekOwnerManual SeatsandRestraintSystems ........................... 1-1 Front Seats ............................................... 1-2 Rear Seats ............................................... 1-7 Safety Belts ........................... ........... 1-13 Child Restraints ......... ....... 1-39 Air Bag Systems ............ ........... 1-59 Restraint System Check ............................ 1-68 Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1 Keys .........................
I’y-im PONTIAC GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem and the name AZTEK are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Pontiac Division whenever it appears in this manual.
index the !ndpx in back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical list of what’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it. A A yvvu nnnrl n1-r.n n plubb I L W IW”1, lnnb fnr I”, whQt “ “ I I l A C \!nil y v u nnod ic I ,”VU I . , Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this book you will find these notices: Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gage or indicator. Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle.
These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY A LATCH BOTH LAP AND SHOULDER BELTS TO PROTECT OCCUPANT DO NOT TWIST SAFETY BELT WHEN ATTACHING 4.
Section Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ...................................................... 1.2 Manual Passenger Seat .................................. 1.2 Six-Way Power Seats ..................................... 1.2 Manual Lumbar .............................................. 1.3 Heated Seats ................................................. 1.3 Reclining Seatbacks ........................................ 1-4 Head Restraints ............................................. 1.6 Rear Seats ......
Six-Way Power Seats Front Seats Manual Passenger Seat Pull up on the lever, located on the front of the seat, to unlock and move the seat. Your vehicle may have this feature. If it does, the six-way power seat control is located on the outboard sides of the driver’s and front passenger’s seats. Move the front of the control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cushion up or down. Move the rear of the control up or down to adjust the rear portion of the cushion up or down.
Manual Lumbar Heated Seats The knob that controls this feature is located on the outboard sides of the driver's and front passenger's seats. Your vehicle may have heated seats. If it does, the heated seat switches are located in the instrument panel switchbank. This feature will quickly heat the lower cushions and lower back of the driver's and front passenger's seat. The left switch is for the driver's seat and the right switch is for the front passenger's seat.
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Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job becauseit won’t be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. CAUTION: (Continued) The lap belt can do it’s job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen.
Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The front seat head restraints are adjustable. Slide the head restraint up or down to adjust it. On some models, the head restraints tilt forward and rearward also. The rear seat head restraints in your vehicle may be adjustable. They work the same as the front seat head restraints, except they do not tilt forward or rearward.
Rear Seats Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks Rear Seat Operation The rear seats in your vehicle have seat operating features to adjust, fold, remove and reinstall the seats. By using the seat operating procedures, in the correct order, you can easily remove the seats from your vehicle. When you put theseats back in the vehicle, be sure to follow thelabel on the back of the seat for proper location.
Move the seatback to the desired position. Removing the Split Bench Seat It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forward and take the weight off the seatback. Each section of the split bench seat can be flipped forward or removed individually. To fold the seatback forward lift up on the recliner lever and fold the seatback forward. The seatback will lock into place. Lift up on the lever again to raise the seatback.
4. Pull the lever, located at the base on the outboard side of the seat, to release the rear latches from the floor pins and flip the seat forward. The seat can stay in this position or it can be removed from the vehicle by following the next ctonc VI" r-. 5. To release the front latches, squeeze the angled latch release bar toward the straight crossbar. 6. Remove the seat by rocking it slightly toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out.
- Renracing the Split Bench Seats A CAUTION. If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sureit is locked. A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured.
2. Make sure the bench seat is angled so that the front hooks clear the floor pins. If the front legs are not attached correctly, the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins. .:,",*,,R>~-<,"''d I e---- J . 1. Squeeze the angled latch release bar toward the straight crossbar while placing the front hooks of the bench seat onto the front two floor pins.
3. Firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear floor pins by pushing down on the rear of the seat. 4. Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down. 3. Lift the seatback recliner lever and raise the seatback until it locks upright. 6. Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked upright. 7. Attach the lap belt.
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. It is extremely dangerous to ridein a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.Do not allow people to ridein any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.
Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3-33. Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t 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 wouldn’t survive.
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Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Won't I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I'm wearing a safety belt? A: You could be - whether you're wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you're upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Q: If I’m 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’re in an accident - even one that isn’t your fault - you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h). Safety belts are for everyone.
Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-38. 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. Don’t let it get twisted. The 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.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.
Adjust the heightso that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. I 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. Q: What’s wrong with this? I I A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Q: What’s wrong with this? u- A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-22 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.
Q: What’s wrong with this? ,--. 1 can De seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.Be sure the belt goes under the armrests. YOU L A: The belt is over an armrest.
Q: What’s wrong with this? 1 L A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-24 You can be seriously injuredif you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move toofar forward, which would increase the chance of head andneck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver orspleen.
Q: What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety belt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-18. The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safetybelt - except for one thing.
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts.
If the beltstops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-38. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if ycu ever had tc.
The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. Y, 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. I The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt.
If your vehicle has a bench seat, someone can sit in the center position. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. You also have a shoulder belt, which has a retractor. In order to have the protection of the shoulder belt, you must first connect it to the lap belt.
1. Remove the shoulder belt from its stowage location in theroof and pull it all the way downto thelap belt. 1-32 2. Insert the metal knob on the shoulder belt into the keyhole on the lap belt buckle as shown. Be sure to slide the shoulder belt part into the keyhole until it locks into place.
3. To make the lap belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug 4. Buckle, position and release the lap-shoulder belt the same way as the other lap-shoulder belts. If the belt isn’t long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-38. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickiy if you ever had to.
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 Your vehicle may have this feature already. If it doesn’t, you can get it from any GM dealer. Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each passenger position in the rear seat.
2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The guide must be on top of the belt.
Second Row Center Position 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belts as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-28. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides. Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip, and then slide the guide onto the clip. Turn the guide and the clip inward leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed. 1-36 1 .
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Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so 1-38 the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don’t let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit.
Child Restraints Older Children __j..... 1 _ 1 Q: What is the proper way to wear safety A: If possible, an older child should wear a belts? 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.
Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t 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 personat a time. 1-40 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: If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window, move the child toward the center of the vehicle.
Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the beltin this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash.
Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints. Young children should not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone, unless there is no other choice. Instead, they need to use a child restraint. in 1 arms People should never bat a while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t 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.
I r Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need’the protection that a child restraint system can provide.
in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. 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. I b Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head andneck.
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.
I 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. 1-46 A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designedto improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulderbelt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness. A booster seat can also help achild to see out the window.
0:How do child restraints work? 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. For many years, add-on child restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle. To help reduce the chance of injury, the child also has to be secured within the restraint.
Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors, therefore, recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the nt passenger seat.
If you're using a top strap-equipped child restraint in the center rear seat and need to temporarily transport a flat tire for repair, move the child restraint to a rear seat outboard position. See Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position on page 1-53 for more on this, including important safety information. Once you have the top strap anchored, you'll be ready to secure the child restraint itself. Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer's instructions say.
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Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You’ll find anchors (A) in both rear seat outside passenger positions. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system will have latches between the seatback and cushion. irI urLier io use i i e S ~ S ~ I - I -yuu I, ire& t;.
If a:H-type ( Id restraintisn’tattachedto its anchorage points, the restraintwon’t be able to protect a child sittingthere. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint.
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1. Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Attach the anchor points on the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4.
P Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child's face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 1 -54 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint.
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. See Top Strap on page 1-48 if the child restraint has one.
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt. When you remove the child restraint, be sure to reconnect the lap and shoulder parts of the belt so they will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 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. 5.
Your vehicle has a front passenger air bag. Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: 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. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger’s air bag inflates.
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. 1-58 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. If your vehicle has a side impact air bag for the right front passenger, the words AIR BAG will appear on the air bag covering on the side of the right front passenger’s seatback closest to the door. Your vehicle has air bags - a frontal air bag for the driver and another frontalair bag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may also have a side impact air bag.
Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt- even if you have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don’t replace them.
Both frontal and slde impact air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for air bag inflation before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with frontal air bags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle.
There is a air bag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the air bag symbol. Where Are the Air Bags? The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3-33 for more information. The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door.
I If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on ornear any other air bag covering. Don’t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag.
If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform, such as a parked car, the threshold level will be higher. The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts because inflation would not help the occupant. Your vehicle may or may not have a side impact air bag. See Air Bag Systems on page 1-59. Side impact air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes.
primarily because an occupant’s motion is not toward those air bags. Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions for the driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags, and only in moderate to severe side collisions for vehicle’s with a driver’s and right front passenger’s side impact air bag. V en air bag inf es, there is dustinthe air.
e e Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the frontal air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the system commands air bag inflation and driver’s safety belt usage at deployment. The module also records speed, engine RPM, brake and throttle data. Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems. Improper service can mean that an air bag system won’t work properly.
Restraint System Check Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces.
If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash, you may need new LATCH system parts. If you ever see a label on the driver’s or right front passenger’s safety belt that says to replace the belt, be sure to do so. Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision. You would see this label on the belt near the door opening. If belts are cut or damaged, replace them.
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ............................................................... 2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System ......................... 2-5 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ........... 2-6 ............................................. 2-9 Doors Door Locks ............................ .................2-9 Power Door Locks ........................................ 2-10 Delayed Locking ........................................... 2-10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ..............
Section 2 Features and Controls Sunroof ..................................................... Vehicle Personalization ................................... Entering Programming Mode .......................... Headlamp Exit Delay ..................................... Automatic Door LocWUnlock ........................... 2-2 2.52 2.53 2.53 2.54 2.55 Delayed Locking ........................................... 2.56 Remote Driver Unlock Control ........................ 2.
Keys Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children. . ...
This key can be used for the ignition as well as all door locks, the liftgatehailgate lock and the storage compartments. Any new PASS-Key@Ill key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle. See PASS-Key" 111 on page 2- 79 for more information on programming your new key. Notice: Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft. You can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in.
Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped, the keyless entry system 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 interference, and Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. At times you may notice a decrease in range.
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation With this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. UNLOCK: When you press UNLOCK, only the driver’s door will unlock. If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds, the passenger’s doors will unlock. If you would like all the doors to unlock the first time you press UNLOCK, see Vehicle Personalization on page 2-53.
LOCK: To lock all doors, press LOCK. The LOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter will arm the content theft-deterrent system. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-78 for more information. If you would like to program the way the headlamps, parking lamps and horn operate with remote lock confirmation, see Vehicle Personalization on page 2-53. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-53.
Notice: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years. I 1 KEY FOB BATTERY LOW I 1. Insert a flat object, such as a coin, into the slot on the side of the transmitter and twist to separate the halves. 2. Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter.
Doors and Locks Door Locks Unlocked c Drs can be _._.ngerous. Passengers - especially children - can easily open the doors and fall outof a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. You increase the chartee of being thrown cut of the vehic!e in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive. Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out.
Delayed Locking Power Door Locks I The power door lock switch is located on the driver’s and front With the delayed locking feature, the doors will not lock immediately when locking the doors using the power door lock switch or when LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed while any door is open. Instead, three chimes will be heard to indicate that the delayed locking feature is in operation. Five seconds after all doors are closed, the doors will lock automatically.
Programmable Automatic Door Locks All of the doors will automatically lock when all doors are closed, the engine is running and the shift lever is shifted out of PARK (P). All of the doors will automatically unlock when the shift lever is shifted into PARK (P). Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the inside. To use one of these locks do the following: 1. Open one of the rear doors. 2.
The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when this feature is in use. If you want to open the rear door when the security lock is on, unlock the door from the inside and then open the door from the outside. Canceling the Rear Door Security Locks 1. Unlock and open the rear door from the outside. 2. Push the lever down to disengage the safety lock. 3. Close the door. 4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the other rear door lock. The rear door locks will now work normally.
Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your key, open your door and set the locks from the inside. Then get out and close the door. LiftgatelTailgate It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate/tailgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicie. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Liftgate/Tailgate Release To open the liftgate, do the following: 0 Press the liftgate release button, located on the instrument panel switchbank, or from the outside, insert the key into the lock and turn it clockwise, or press REAR on the remote keyless entry transmitter. Your vehicle must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for the liftgate to release. The liftgate will lock when closed. You will have to use one of the previous options to open the liftgate again.
Windows 'en in a !--e \ - - _ -the I windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Power Windows Switches on the drivers door armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is in ON, ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power is active. See “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” under Ignition Positions on page 2-22 for more information. In addition, each passenger’s door has a window switch. The driver’s power window switch has two down positions. Push the rear of the switch to the first position to lower the window normally.
Express-Down Window Sun Visors The driver’s window switch also has an express-down feature. This switch is labeled AUTO. To activate the express-down feature, push the rear of the driver’s window switch to the second position, then release it. The window will lower completely. To block out glare you can swing down the visors. You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side. There may be an extension on the inboard side of the sun visors.
Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle may have a theft-deterrent alarm system. A light located on top of the instrument panel (near the center of the vehicle, next to the windshield) will flash slowly to let you know that the system has been armed.
Arming with the Power Lock Switch Your alarm system will arm when you use either power door lock switch to lock the doors while any door or the IiftgateAailgate is open and the key is removed from the ignition. The security light will start flashing to let you know the system is armed. Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Your alarm system will arm when you press LOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors.
PASS-Key@111 Operation Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key@I l l (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key@Ill is a passive theft deterrent system. This means you don’t have to do anything different to arm or disarm the system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition. When the PASS-Key@Ill system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems.
Canadian Owners: If you lose or damage your keys, only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key@I l l to have new keys made. To program additional keys you will need two current driver’s keys (black in color). You must add a step to the following procedure. After Step 3, repeat Steps 1 through 3 with the second current driver’s key. Then continue with Step 4. To program the new PK3 key do the following: 1. Verify the new key has PK3 stamped on it. 2.
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition, you can turn the key to four different positions. I A Notice: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: e If you have all-wheel drive, keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km). 0 Don’t drive at any one speed fast or slow - for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Notice: If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of these works, then your vehicle needs service. B (ACCESSORY): This position allows you to use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off.
Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position - that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If youdo, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key.
Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (OOC), use of the coolant heater is not required.
Automatic Transaxle Operation Maximum engine speed is limited when you’re in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), to protect driveline components from improper operation. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever - push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then hold the button on the lever and move the shift lever into the gear you wish. See Shifting Out of Park (P) on page 2-33in this section for more information.
REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow on page 4-32. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Warm-up Shift Your vehicle has a computer controlled transaxle designed to warm up the engine faster when the outside temperature is 35°F (2°C) or colder. You may notice that the transaxle will shift at a higher vehicle speed until the engine is warmed up. This is a normal condition designed to provide heat to the passenger compartment and defrost the windows more quickly. THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D).
Notice: If your front wheels won’t turn, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transaxle. Use your brakes to hold your vehicle in position on a hill. To access the shift lock release lever: 1. Remove the front cupholder liner.
Parking Brake The parking brake is located on the driver’s side under the instrument panel. 4. Push the shift lock release lever in with the access panel cover. 5. Move the shift lever out of PARK (P). To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push down on the parking brake pedal with your left foot. 6. Put the access panel cover back on by aligning the access panel grooves with the cupholder storage compartment and push down.
To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your rightfoot while you push down on the parking brake pedal with your left foot. (To release the tension on theparking brake cable, you will need toapply about the same amount ofpressure to the parking brake pedal as you did when you setthe parking brake.) When you remove your foot from the parking brake pedal, it will pop up to the released position. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat.
2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Runnir ~~ Push the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle. It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyset. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running.
Torque Lock Shifting Out of Park (P) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see Shifting lnto Park (P) on page 2-3I .
Engine Exhaust Parking Over Things That Burn E -ine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t 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. Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. Repairs weren’t done correctly.
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever P f e to, here are some things to know. Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust.” Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is agarage. Exhaust - with CO - can come in easily.
Mirrors If you are not adjusting either mirror, leave the control in the center (off) position. This prevents moving the mirrors accidentally once you have adjusted them. Manual Rearview Mirror Adjust each mirror so you can see the side of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle. To reduce glare from headlamps behind you, pull the lever toward you (to the night position). To return the mirror to the day position, push the lever away from you.
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Onstar@Personal Calling Onstar@Virtual Advisor With Onstar@Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no contracts, no roaming charges and no access fees. To find out more about Onstar@Personal Calling, refer to the Onstar@owner’s guide in your vehicle’s glove box, or call Onstar@at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).
Storage Areas Cupholder(s) Glove Box There are cupholders located in the center Console next to the shift lever. If the glove box has a lock, put your key into the lock and turn the key counterclockwise. To open the glovebox, pull the latch release. The cupholders have liners that remove for larger beverage items. Remove the liners by lifting them out. Store the liners in the glove box when not in use. The glove box door has a detent to prevent the door from lowering too far.
Garage Door Opener Compartment 4. Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop fastener and press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener. 5. Line up the button on the garage door opener with the opening in the storage compartment door. Make sure the garage door opener button is facing down and then press the opener firmly into the garage door opener compartment. 6. Once the opener is installed, remove the three pegs from the garage door opener button. Each peg is a different size. 7.
Sunglasses Storage Compartment To open the sunglasses storage compartment in the overhead console, press the release button. Then pull the compartment down to the full open position. Front Door Utility Packs Your vehicle may have front door utility packs. If it does, the utility packs are located in the front door pockets of your vehicle, and are used for extra storage space.
The consolekooler contains a top tray for storage. Remove the top tray to put items in the cooler. The cooler also can hold compact discs, cassette tapes, and it may have a coinholder. To remove the consolekooler from the vehicle, lift the handle from the driver’s side to a fully upright position. Notices Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading.
If you have theluggage carrier, you can load things on top of your vehicle. If you do load things on the top of your vehicle, you mustload them on the luggage carrier crossrails. Theluggage carrier has four tie-down loops on the inside of each right andleft side rail. These let you secure csr$ p!scec! en thp r r ~ s ~ r ? . 2-5 i I ~ic1n2 , 2.s t h y are not wider or longer than the luggage carrier. Notice: Damage may be caused to the roof of your vehicle if anything is placed directly on the roof.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened. Loading things onto the luggage carrier can interfere with the performance of your XMTMSatellite Radio System. To adjust the crossrail(s), the sunroof stop (A) must be removed. To remove the sunroof stop: 1. Use the tool (6) located in a bag in the glovebox labeled “tool kit-acsry”. Your luggage carrier has release levers within the end of each crossrail support.
Toadjustthe crossrails, lift the release levers on each sidetounlockthem.Slide the crossrails forward or backward, as needed, to accommodate loads of various sizes. After repositioning the crossrails, engage the release lever. This will lock the crossrails in place. Notice: Do not open the sunroof if the crossrails are not in the full rear position. This could cause damage to the sunroof glass panel and/or the crossrails. Use the four tie-down loops in each of the side rails to help secure large loads.
Convenience Net Your vehicle may have a convenience net. The convenience net is designed to help keep small loads, like grocery bags, from falling over. Install the convenience net at the rear of your vehicle, just inside the liftgatehailgate opening. Attach the middle hooks to the metal rings on the floor. The convenience net has a maximum capacity of 100 Ibs. (45 kg). It is not designed to hold larger, heavier loads. Store such loads on the floor of your vehicle, as far forward as you can.
Cargo Cover If your vehicle has a cargo cover, you can use it to cover items in the rear of your vehicle. Pull the cover towards the rear of the vehicle and slide the ends on the slots to secure it. When it is not in use, take the ends out of the slots and allow the cover to roll back. Cargo Net System Your vehicle mayhave a cargo net system designed to help keep larger loads fromfalling over. The cargo net system consistsof two side convenience nets, one front convenience netand one rear convenience net.
-- Sliding F- ar Convenience '-ay P 1 If an- emovable convenience item isn't secured properly, it can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to secure any such item properly. The sliding rear convenience tray also has storage areas in it. Pull up on the covers to open them. Be sure to close the covers once you are done loading or unloading them. The sliding rear convenience tray has a maximum weight capacity of 400 Ibs. (181.6 kg) on top.
3. Disconnect the tethered ring from the hook and place the tethered ring on the outer edge of the tailgate on each side of the vehicle. Removing the Floor TrackAssembly After the tray is removed, the floor track assembly also needs to be removed. Items should not be put onto the floor track assembly. 4. Push down on the release lever and roll the tray into the vehicle approximately 6 inches (15.24 cm). 5. Use the handle to lift up on the tray while pulling it towards you.
Replacing the Floor Track Assembly Before beginning this procedure make sure that nothing is in the rear of the vehicle. 2. Insert the slide locks under the two rear floor retainers by pushing the button down and pressing them outward. You may have to apply downward pressure to the floor track assembly to engage the slide locks under the floor retainers. Double check to ensure that the slide locks are engaged under the retainers and locked into place. 3.
Replacing the Sliding Rear Convenience Tray The floor track assembly must be installed first for the sliding rear convenience tray to stay locked into place. See “Replacing the Floor Track Assembly” listed previously for more information. 1. Pick up the tray by the handle and support the tray from the bottom with your other hand. 2. Place the tray onto the floor track assembly. Make sure that the two front axles are placed over the hooks on the rear of the floor track assembly.
Sunroof If your vehicle has a sunroof, the switch is located between the sun visors. Notices Do not open the sunroof if the luggage carrier crossrails are not in the full rear position. This could cause damage to the sunroof glass panel and/or the crossrails. See “Roof Rack System” in the Index for more information. When vent opening the sunroof, the sunshade must be opened by hand. Press the rear of the switch to vent open the glass panel.
Vehicle Personalization PROGRAM MODE Some of your vehicle’s features can be reset or customized according to your preference. The features you can program depend on the options that came with your vehicle. If your vehicle has a DIC, see DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-53 to customize your features. States Entering Programming Mode To program features, your vehicle must be in the programming mode. Follow these steps: You can now program your choices. Tn -,,it I 2.
Programmable Modes 3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes indicates the vehicle’s current programmed mode. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can eitherexit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on yourvehicle. Mode 1: Off (The headlamps and parking lamps will turn off at the same time that the ignition is turned to OFF.) 4.
Automatic Door LockNnIock Mode 5: Automatic Door Locking with shift out of PARK (P)/Driver’s Door Unlocking with Key Removal This feature allows you to lock and unlock your doors automatically. Programmable Modes Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed; all doors will lock automatically. Mode 2: Automatic Door Locking Only Remove the key; only the driver’s door will unlock automatically.
3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes indicates the vehicle’s current programmed mode. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. 4. Press the front of the power door lock switch to change the current mode. 5. Press the front of the power door lock switch until you hear the number of chimes corresponding to the mode selection you want.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Remote Driver Unlock Control This feature allows you to customize the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1: Remote All Doors Unlock (When you press UNLOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter, all doors will unlock.
Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation Mode 3: Exterior Lamps Flash and Horn Sound 0 This feature allows you to customize the feedback received when locking or unlocking your vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter. Programmable Modes Mode 1: Both Features Off (Remote lock and unlock confirmation are disabled.
3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes indicates the vehicle’s current programmed mode. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. 4. Press LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter to change the current mode. 5 .
Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ............................... 3.3 Hazard Warning Flashers .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.5 ..... .......3.5 Warning Other Devices Horn ................................... .......3.5 Tilt Wheel ..................................................... 3-6 Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever ......................... 3.6 Exterior Lamps ............................................. 3.11 Interior Lamps .............................................. 3.
Section 3 Instrument Panel Driver Information Center (DIC) ....................... 3.49 DIC Controls and Displays ............................. 3.50 DIC Vehicle Personalization ............................ 3.52 Audio System(s) ............................................. 3.61 ....3.61 Setting the Time ............................ ....3.62 Radio with CD ................................... Radio with Cassetteand CD ............... ....3.72 Radio with Six-Disc CD .................. ........3.
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The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Side Outlets B. Instrument Panel Cluster C. Hazard Warning Flasher Switch D. Head-Up Display Switch and Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls or DIC Controls E. Center Outlets F. Audio System G.Side Outlets H. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever I. ExteriorAnterior Lamp Switch J. Audk Steering Wheel Controls K. HoodRelease L.ParkingBrake M. Horn N. Ignition Switch 0. Audio Steering Wheel Controls P. Shift Lever Q. Accessory Power Outlet R.
The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of the steering column. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Press the button again to turn the flashers off. When the hazard warning flashers are on, the turn signals won’t work. Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem.
Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. ~~~~~ The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: 0 0 Turn and Lane-Change Signals 20 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Flash-to-Pass 5 0 IAI:.
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 lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster and the HUD display will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash.
Flash-to-Pass When the headlamps are off, pull the lever toward you to momentarily switch on the high beams (to signal that you are going to pass). When you release the lever, they will turn off. Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked WIPER. For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on mist longer.
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Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set yourcruise control at a desired speed and thenyou apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more,you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) briefly. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. If you hold the switch atR/A, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake.
Ending Cruise Control The exterior lamp control has three positions: There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: AUTO (Automatic Headlamp Control/Off): Turning the control to this position will activate the automatic headlamp control when it is dark enough outside and turn off all the lamps and lights during the day except for the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Step lightly on the brake pedal, or move the cruise switch to OFF.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Automatic Headlamp System Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada.
If you turn on the fog lamps while the DRL are on, the parking lamps will turn on automatically. Your fog lamps will go off when you switch to high beams. When you return to low beam, the fog lamps will come back on. Using your high beams in fog is not recommended. Interior Lamps Control Turn the interior lamp control to one of the following positions: OFF: To turn the interior lamps off. DOOR: To turn on the interior lamps when any door is opened and when the ignition key is removed from the ignition.
To program the headlamp exit delay feature, see Vehicle Personalization on page 2-53. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-53. Entry Lighting Delayed Lighting The delayed lighting feature will continue to illuminate the interior for 25 seconds after all doors have been closed.
Exit Lighting Perimeter Lighting With exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on for about 30 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ignition if: The perimeter lighting feature will turn on the headlamps and parking lamps for 25 seconds when: The ignition is turned to OFF, The vehicle is in PARK (P), the ignition key is out of the ignition, the interior lamp control is in the DOOR position, and all of the doors are closed.
Front Reading Lamps Instrument Panel Switchbank There are two reading lamps located on the rearview mirror. k To turn either reading lamp on or off, press the button located next to each lamp. These lamps will come on each time you open the doors, if the interior lamp control is in the ON or DOOR position. Cargo Lamp The cargo lamp is located in the rear of the vehicle, above the liftgatehailgate opening.
Head-C Dis-- The Head-Up Display also displays a CHECK GAGES icon, the following lights and message could appear on the instrument panel cluster when CHECK GAGES appears: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message If the HUD image is too bright or too highin your field of view, it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it’s dark outside. Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view.
The HUD controls are located to the right of the instrument panel cluster. To adjust the HUD so you can see it properly: 1. Start your engine and turn the dimmer knob to the desired HUD image brightness. The brightness of the HUD image is determined by the ambient light conditions in the direction your vehicle is facing and where you have the HUD dimmer knob set. If you are facing a dark object or a heavily shaded area, your HUD may anticipate that you are entering a dark area and may begin to dim. 2.
If the sun comes out or it becomes cloudy, you may need to adjust the HUD brightness again using the dimmer knob. Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see. Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image. To clean the HUD, spray household glass cleaner on a soft, clean cloth. Wipe the HUD lens gently, then dry it. Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens because the cleaner could leak into the unit.
If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets. Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter If your vehicle has an ashtray and cigarette lighter they Notice: Adding some electrical equipment to your are located in the glove box. vehicle can damageit or keep other things from working as they should. This wouldn’t be covered by The ashtray fits into the cupholders. The cigarette your warranty.
Climate Controls Operation Climate Control System Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to direct the airflow inside of your vehicle. With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. To change the current mode, select one of the following: f;’ (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. +2(Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets.
a (Outside Air): Press this button to turn the outside air mode on or off. When this mode is on, outside air will circulate throughout your vehicle. When this mode is on, an indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that it is activated. The outside air mode can be used with all modes, but it cannot be used with the recirculation mode. &I(Recirculation): This mode keeps outside air from coming in the vehicle.
Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. Turn the right knob to select the defog or defrost mode. (Defog): This mode directs air to the windshield and the floor outlets.
Dual Climate Control System Operation Your vehicle may have a dual climate control system. With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to direct the airflow inside of your vehicle. To change the current mode, select one of the following: The right knob can also be used to select defog or defrost mode. For more information, see “Defogging and uetrostmg” later in this section.
(Outside Air): Press this button to turn the outside air mode on or off. When this mode is on, outside air will circulate throughout your vehicle. When this mode is on, an indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that it is activated. The outside air mode can be used with all modes, but it cannot be used with the recirculation mode. (Recirculation): This mode keeps outside air from coming in the vehicle.
Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. Turn the right knob to select the defog or defrost mode.
Outlet Adjustment Operation Tips Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets on the hood that may block the flow of air into your vehicle. Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system. Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside your vehicle more effectively. Use the knob located in the center of the outlet, to change the direction of the air flow.
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. The indicator warning lights and gages are explained on the following pages.
Speedometer and Odometer Trip Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then that will be done.
Retro-Active Reset The trip odometer has a feature called retro-active reset. This feature can be used to set the trip odometer to the number of miles (kilometers) driven since the ignition was last turned on. This can be used if you forget to reset your trip odometer at the beginning of a trip. To use the retro-active reset feature, push and hold the tripheset button for at least three seconds.
This light will come on when you start your vehicle, and it will flash for a few seconds. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on.
The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem.
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ANTILOCK United States TRAC OFF Canada Your vehicle may have an anti-lock brake system warning light. If it does, the light should come on for 2 few seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON. If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you’ve started your engine, turn the ignition off.
If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada SERVICE ENGINE SOON United States United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.
This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or 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 The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reducingvehicle speed. Avoiding hard accelerations. Avoidingsteepuphillgrades. If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. 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.
If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed.
Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have Fuel Gage left when the ignition is on. 483 \ e \ \ \ 112 \e @ e 0 E United States -0 Canada When the indicator nears empty, you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon. If your fuel is low, the warning message in the message center will come on. See Low Fuel Warning Message on page 3-47 later in this section. 3-40 Here are four things that some owners ask about.
Message Center If there’s an engine-related and brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control, the traction control system will turn off and the warning message will come on. The message center is located in the instrument panel cluster below the tachometer. It gives you important safety and maintenance facts. If the traction control system warning message comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service.
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message HOT COOLANT TEMP United States Canada This message will come on when your engine gets too hot. If this message comes on, it means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 5-25.
Low Oil Pressure Message LOW OIL PRESSURE Don't keep driving if the oil pressure ._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. I United States Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a low oil pressure warning message. Your oil pressure message lets you know when you may have a problem with your engine oil pressure.
You need to check the oil level right away. Have your vehicle serviced immediately. Change Engine Oil Message I CHANGE ENGINE OIL States United 7 LOW I TIRE PRESSURE c I Low Tire Message I Canada If this message comes on and stays on after you started the engine, have the oil changed. For additional information on when to change the oil and resetting the system, see Engine Oil on page 5-13. I I United States I I Canada Your vehicle may have a LOW TIRE PRESSURE message.
PASS-Key@111 Security Message Door Ajar Warning Message DOOR AJAR SECURITY I I I United States United States Canada Canada This message will come on when the ignition is turned to ON or START and the driver’s or passenger’s door is open. If you are ever driving and this message comes on and stays on, you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message Your PASS-Key@I l l system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer.
All-Wheel Drive Disable Warning Message AWD DISABLE $4 I States United LOW WASHER FLUID United States I Canada Your vehicle may have this message. If it does, it will come on when there is a spare tire on the vehicle, or when the anti-lock brake system warning light comes on, or when the rear differential fluidis overheating. This message will go out when the differentialfluid cools. The all-wheel-drive system will be disabled until the compact spare tire is replaced by a full-size tire.
Low Fuel Warning Message Low Brake Fluid Warning Message . C' Canada If your fuel is low, the warning message will come or1 and stay on until you add fuel. If the warning message is still on after adding fuel, yo^ need to reset the warning message. To reset the warning message, turn the ignition off and then back on. If the message stays on, see your dealer.
Program Mode Message Service Vehicle Soon Message 7 7 PROGRAM SERVICE VEHICLE SOON MODE I I I Canada United States This light will come on if your vehicle has certain non-emission related problems. For example, if the entire electrical system fails to send and receive messages from the vehicle’s components, this message will come on. These problems may not be obvious and may affect vehicle performance or durability.
Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Battery Low Warning Message Park Lamp Warning Message 7 . :.:: ..............................." .... ...... ::: : ........ ".... ...... :::: :..:............... .... .............. ..........".. PARK LAMP .... ................. .... ................. ....."..... .... .... .... ..... ... OUT .... .." .... -*:. KEY FOB BATTERY LOW United States I . U . . sa. . I .. States Canada If you receive this message, the battery in the remote keyless entry needs to be replaced.
Driver Information Center (DIC) DRIVER INFO CENTER I I NE AVG ECON 5.9 65"F L/ 100 KM If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), the display is located on the instrument panel cluster directly above the steering column. The DIC will show information about the vehicle and the surroundings. The DIC has a compass display to show you which direction the vehicle is driving. Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north.
PRESS SET TO CALIBRATE COMPASS: After selecting your zone, press the MODE button and this will be displayed on the DIC. Press the SET button and complete three 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal objects. The following two messages will toggle in the display until you calibrate the compass: 0 DRIVE VEHICLE IN CIRCLE CALIBRATING COMPASS When calibration is complete, the display will return to its normal mode.
The DIC controls are located to the right of the instrument panel cluster. DRIVER INFO CENTER AVG ECONOMY (Average Economy): Average fuel economy is viewed as a long term approximation of your overall driving conditions. To learn the average fuel economy from a new starting point, press and hold the SET button while the average fuel economy is displayed on the DIC. The average fuel economy will set to zero.
OIL LIFE LEFT HOLD SET TO RESET: This message displays the current percentage of the oil life by the GM Oil Life System. To reset the oil life, press and hold the SET button while this message is displayed. When the system is reset 100% will be displayed and the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message on the message center will go off. TIRE PRESSURE: The check tire pressure system can alert you to a large change in the pressure of one tire. You must begin driving before the system will detect a low tire pressure.
Entering Programming Mode To program features, your vehicle must be in the programming mode. Follow these steps: 1. Turn the ignition key to ON with the vehicle in PARK (P). 2. Press and release the MODE button, scrolling through the DIC messages, until PRESS SET TO BEGIN PERSONALIZATION is displayed. 3. Press the SET button and TO SELECT DRIVER PRESS REMOTE LOCK will appear. Press the LOCK button on the remote keyless entry.
Headlamp Exit Delay This feature allows you to customize the headlamps and parking lamps. OFF: The headlamps and parking lamps will not turn on at the same instant that the ignition is turned to OFF 15: The headlamps and parking lamps will stay on for 15 seconds when the ignition is turned to OFF. 30: The headlamps and parking lamps will stay on for 30 seconds when the ignition is turned to OFF. 60: The headlamps and parking lamps will stay on for 60 seconds when the ignition is turned to OFF.
Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed in ON. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming Mode” listed previously. 2. Press the MODE button until INTERIOR LIGHTING DELAY appears on the DIC. 3. Press the SET button until the arrow is before ON or OFF.
Auto Door LocMUnIock The doors will automatically lock when the vehicle is shifted out of PARK ( P). For automatic unlocking, you can program your vehicle to one of the following modes: OFF: When the shift lever is put in PARK (P), your doors will not unlock automatically. DRIVER: When the shift lever is put in PARK (P), only your driver’s door will unlock. ALL: When the shift lever is put in PARK (P), all doors will unlock. Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed in ALL.
Delayed Locking The delayed locking feature can be programmed to one of the following modes: ON: Lock your vehicle using the power door lock switch or the remote keyless transmitter while any door is opened, you will hear three chimes and the doors will not lock. Five seconds after the last door is closed, all doors will lock.
Remote Door Unlock The remote door unlock feature can be programmed to one of the following modes: DRIVER/ALL: With the first press of UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter, the driver’s door will unlock, and with the second press of UNLOCK, within five seconds of the first press, all passenger’s doors will unlock. ALL: All doors will unlock with every press of UNLOCK on the remote entry transmitter. Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed in ALL.
Unlock Feedback The unlock feedback feature can be programmed to one of the following modes: LIGHTS: This mode does the following: During the day, when the ignition is in OFF and UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the headlamps and parking lamps will flash. During the night, when the ignition is in OFF, the headlamps and parking lamps will be activated for 30 seconds when UNLOCK is pressed on the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Lock Feedback The lock feedback feature can be programmed to one of the following modes: OFF: When LOCK is pressed on the remote keyless entry transmitter, the headlamps and parking lamps will not flash and the horn will not sound. The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.
Audio System(s) Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle - like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio - be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delphi Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly.
Radio with CD This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. While you are tuned to an RDS station, the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency.
Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) (Canada Only): DAB is a Canadian land-based radio service that offers digital quality audio and text information including song title, artist name, traffic, weather, emergency announcements and more. Digital Audio Broadcast transmission services are currently available in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, and Windsor. In fringe areas signals may be interrupted by buildings, trees and other obstructions. Additional services will be added in the future.
Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM, FM2, or XMI, XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTMSatellite Radio Service) or DAB1, DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB). The display will show your selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to choose radio stations. For DAB (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB), the TUNE knob allows you to navigate the DAB frequency range. Turning this knob will tune up or tune down the range.
Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 30 stations (six AM, six FMI and six FM2, six XMI and six XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with the XMTMSatellite Radio Service) or DAB1 and DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB), by performing the following steps: TONE: Press and release this button until BASS, MID or TREB appears on the display.
5. Press and hold the EQ button or push the SELECT knob to store the equalization setting and the number. You will hear a beep and EQ SAVED will appear on the display. 6. Repeat the steps for the other EQ settings and numbers. EQ 5 has been programmed at the factory for use with talk radio, but it can be preset to a different tone. Finding a PTY Station (RDS, XMTMand DAB) To select and find a desired PTY perform the following: 1. Press PROG TYPE. The PTY symbol will be displayed on the screen. 2.
BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same programming. Press and hold BAND for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on. AF ON will appear on the display. The radio may switch to stronger stations. Press and hold BAND again for two seconds to turn alternate frequency off. AF OFF will appear on the display. The radio will not switch to other stations.
TRAF (Traffic): TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. To receive the traffic announcement from the tuned station, press this button. Brackets will be displayed around TRAF and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it. If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements, press this button and the radio will seek to a station that does.
XMTMRadio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required 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 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). 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.
XMTMRadio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Messaae I Action Required Condition cannot be swapped between vehicles. If you receive this Chk XMRcvr Hardware failure I I If this message does not clear within a short period of time, your receiver may have a fault. Consult with your retail location.
Playing a Compact Disc With the ignition on, insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD when the ignition is off, first press the eject symbol or push the RCL knob. If you insert a CD with the radio off and the ignition on, it will start to play. When the disc is inserted, the CD symbol will be displayed. If you select an EQ setting for your CD, it will be activated each time you play a CD.
CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to play a compact disc when listening to the radio. CD will appear on the display when a compact disc is loaded. Radio with Cassette and CD A (Eject): Press this button to eject a CD. Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first.
This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. While you are tuned to an RDS station, the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency.
RCL (Recall): Push this knob to switch the display between the radio stationfrequency and the time. Pushing this knob with the ignition off will display the time. For XMTM (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTM Satellite RadioService), pressing this button while in XMTM mode to retrieve various pieces of information related to the current song orchannel.
A SEEK : Press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. The radio will seek only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal. A v SCAN : Press and hold one of the SCAN arrows for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep. The radio will go to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press one of the SCAN arrows again to stop scanning.
Setting the Tone (Bassnreble) TONE: Press and release this button until BASS, MID or TREB appears on the display. The SELECT LED indicator will light to show that the tone control can be adjusted. Turn the SELECT knob to increase or to decrease. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. To adjust all of thetone controls to the middle position, press and hold TONE until FLAT appears on the display.
Finding a PTY Station (RDS, XMTMand DAB) To select and find a desired PTY perform the following: 1. Press PROG TYPE. The PTY symbol will be displayed on the screen. 2. Select a category by turning the SELECT knob. 3. Once the desired category is displayed, press either SEEK arrow to select the category and take you to the category’s first station. 4. If you want to go to another station within that category and the category is displayed, press either SEEK arrow once.
RDS and DAB Messages ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display. You will hear the announcement, even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or a compact disc is playing. If the cassette tape or compact disc player is playing, play will stop during the announcement. You will not be able to turn off alert announcements. ALERT! will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system.
For DAB (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB), when the TRAF button is pressed, DAB does not seek to a station that broadcasts traffic. DAB only checks the current frequency for traffic support. Traffic Interrupt Feature: Your radio can interrupt the play of a cassette, CD, or XMTM,or DAB station. Press the TRAF button. The radio will seek to a station that broadcasts traffic announcements. When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements, it will stop.
XMTMRadio Messages Radio Display Message Action Required Condition XL (Explicit Language Channels) than 30 seconds. CH i Jnavail I Channel no longer available No Info Artist Name/Feature not available ~~ No Info ~ ~ I This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this station was one of your presets, you may need to choose another station for that preset button. No artist information is available at this time on this channel.
XMTMRadio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Message I I I Condition Action Required No Info Category Name not available No category information is available at this time on this channel. Your system is working properly. No Info No TexVlnformational message available No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel. Your system is working properly. No channel available for the chosen category There are no channels available for the category you selected.
Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right. If the ignition is on, but the radio is off, the tape can be inserted and will begin playing. If you hear nothing but a garbled sound, the tape may not be in squarely. Press the eject button to remove the tape and start over.
Choose how many selections you want to skip, then press the SEEK arrow that many times. The number of selections to be skipped will appear on the display. A v SCAN : Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep. The tape will go to the next selection, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next selection. The tape will scan in forward only. Press this button again to stop scanning.
CD Adapter Kits As each new track starts to play, the track number will appear on the display. It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after disabling the tight/loose tape sensing feature on your tape player. If an error appears on the display, see “Compact Disc Messages” later in this section. To disable the feature, use the following steps: 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. Press and hold the CD TAPE button.
A v SCAN : Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN and the track number appear on the display and you hear a beep. The disc will go to the next track, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next track. Press this button again to stop scanning. RCL (Recall): Push this knob to see how long the current track has been playing.
Radio with Six-Disc CD This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. While you are tuned to an RDS station, the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency.
Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) (Canada Only): DAB is a Canadian land-based radio service that offers digital quality audio and text information including song title, artist name, traffic, weather, emergency announcements and more. Digital Audio Broadcast transmission services are currently available in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, and Windsor. In fringe areas signals may be interrupted by buildings, trees and other obstructions. Additional services will be added in the future.
Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM, FM2, or XMI, XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTMSatellite Radio Service) or DABI, DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB). The display will show your selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stations. For DAB (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB), the TUNE knob allows you to navigate the DAB frequency range. Turning this knob will tune up or tune down the range.
Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 30 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2, six XMI and six XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with the XMTMSatellite Radio Service) or DAB1 and DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB), by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press BAND to select AM, FMI or FM2, or XMI, XM2, or DABI, DAB2. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4.
To adjust the balance and the fade to the middle position, select balance or fade and push and hold the AUDIO knob. The radio will beep once and will adjust the display level to the middle position. To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position, push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker controls are displayed. The radio will produce one beep and CENTERED will appear on the display.
BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. Press and hold BAND for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on. AF ON will appear on the display. The radio may switch to stronger stations. Press and hold BAND again for two seconds to turn alternate frequency off. AF OFF will appear on the display. The radio will not switch to other stations.
TRAF (Traffic): TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. To receive the traffic announcement from the tuned station, press this button. Brackets will be displayed around TRAF and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it. If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements, press this button and the radio will seek to a station that does.
XMTMRadio Messages Radio Display Message ~~ XL (Explicit Language Channels) indicates content with Updating No Signal Loading XM CH Off Air CH Unavail No Info No Info 3-94
XMTMRadio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Message Category Name not available No Textllnformational message available No channel available for the chosen category Theft lock active Radio ID label (channel 0) ZnK XivlEcvr Action Required Condition Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure) iiardwart: Laiiu1.e No category information is available at this time on this channel. Your system is working properly. No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel.
Playing a Compact Disc If an error appears on the display, see “Compact Disc Messages” later in this section. LOAD CD A : Press the LOAD side of this button to load CDs into the compact disc player. This compact disc player will hold up to six discs. To insert one disc, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Press and release the LOAD side of the LOAD CD button. 3. Wait for the light, located to the right of the slot, to turn green. 4. Load a disc.
Playing a Specific Loaded Compact Disc For every CD loaded, a number will appear on the radio display. To play a specific CD, first press the CD AUX button to start playing a CD. Then press the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD you want to play. A small bar will appear under the CD number that is playing, and the track number will appear. If an error appears on the radio display, see “Compact Disc Messages” later in this section.
RDM (Random): With random, you can listen to the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order, on one disc or on all of the discs. To use random, do one of the following: To play the tracks on the disc you are listening to in random order, press and hold RDM for more than two seconds. You will hear a beep and RANDOM ONE will appear on the display. Press RDM again to turn it off. To play the tracks on all of the discs that are loaded in random order, press and release the RDM button.
Using Song List Mode The integrated six-disc CD changer has a feature called song list. This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections. To save tracks into the song list feature, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the disc player on and load it with at least one disc. See “LOAD CD” listed previously in this section for more information. 2. Check to see that the disc changer is not in song list mode. S-LIST should not appear in the display.
After a track has been deleted, the remaining tracks are moved up the list. When another track is added to the song list, the track will be added to the end of the list. To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: Compact Disc Messages CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio display, it could be due to one of the following reasons: You’re driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the disc should play. 1. Turn the disc player on.
Before You Drive The video entertainment system is for passengers in the second row seats only. The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so. In severe or extreme temperature conditions your entertainment system should not be operated until the temperature is within the operating range. This will keep your video components from being damaged when the temperature is below -4°F (-20°C) or above 140°F (60°C).
Stereo RCA Jacks Audio Speakers The RCA jacks and the mini-headphone jacks are located on the most forward side of the overhead console. The RCA jacks allow you to hook up an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a video game unit. The yellow RCA jack is used for video, the red RCA jack for right audio, and the white RCA jack for left audio. You may require adapter connectors or cables to connect your auxiliary device to the RCA jacks. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for proper usage.
DVD Player DVD Player Buttons The DVD player is located in the overhead console. A C B The DVD player can be controlled by the buttons on the DVD player, and by the buttons on the remote control. See “Remote Control” later in this section for more information. The entertainment system is only compatible with Region 1 DVDs authorized for use in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Bermuda, the Virgin Islands, and some islands in the Pacific. On some DVD jackets, you will see the region displayed.
G . Play/Pause: Press this button to start play. Press this button while a DVD is playing to pause it. Press it again to continue playing the DVD. H. Display Control Button: Press these buttons to adjust color, tint, brightness, contrast, and display mode (normal, full or zoom). I. Directional Control Circle: Press this button to move through menu choices, or move forward or back in a movie. J. Enter: Press this button to select choices highlighted in the menu.
DVD Messages The following errors may be displayed. Disc Format Error: This message will be displayed if a disc is inserted upside down, if the disc is not able to be read or if the disc format is not compatible. This message will also be displayed for unsupported formats such as CD-RWs. Disc Play Error: This message will be displayed if the mechanism cannot play the disc. Several scratches on the disc will cause this error.
D. Display Control Button: Press this button to adjust color, tint, brightness, contrast, and display mode (normal, full or zoom). This button is also used to adjust the dynamic range compression feature that is used to avoid the loud noise produced by some DVD discs, and to improve the audio quality. E. Sound: This button moves to next the language or commentary. Rewind: Press this button to reverse the DVD. To stop reversing, press this button twice.
Setup Menu Battery Replacement To access the setup menu, ensure a DVD disc is in the player and the video is stopped. Press the main menu button. Once the menu is activated, use the directional arrows and enter button to navigate the screen. To change the batteries, do the following: The setup menu allows the user to select default preferences for Menu Language, Subtitle Language, Audio Language, TV Aspect, TV Mode, and Dynamic Range Compression.
Tips and Trouble Problem Recommended Action Eject the disc again. No power. The ignition might be off. I ejected the disc and tried to take it out, but it was pulled back into the slot. Disc will not play. The lnputrritle on the remote might be set for auxiliary. The disc is upside down or is not compatible. The language in the audio Press the main menu or on the screen is wrong. button on the remote. This will access the DVD’s media menu. Then follow the prompts. No sound.
Problem Recommended Action The DVD is playing but there is no picture or sound. The auxiliary device is running but there is no picture or sound. Press and release the SRCE button on the remote to get to auxiliary input. The auxiliary device’s cords could be plugged into the wrong jack. The audio or video skips or jumps. The DVD could be dirty or scratched. Try cleaning the DVD. When I return to the DVD from the main menu, sometimes it plays from the beginning and sometimes from where it left off.
Rear Audio Controller (RAC) PRESET: Press this button to scan through the preset radio stations set on the pushbuttons on the main radio. The radio will go to a preset station stored on your pushbuttons, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station. Press this button again to stop scanning presets. PLAY: Press this button to play a cassette tape or a compact disc when listening to the radio.
Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio and remote playback functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. BAND: Press this button to choose AM, FM1 or FM2, or XM1 or XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTMSatellite Radio Service) or DAB1 or DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB). If a cassette tape or a compact disc is playing, it will stop and the radio will play.
Understanding Radio Reception DAB Radio AM DAB gives you digital radio reception. Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with radio signals, causing the sound to come and go. Your radio may display “NO SIGNAL” to indicate interference. The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines.
For best results, use a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealership. The cut tape detection feature of your cassette tape player may identify the cleaning cassette as a damaged tape, in error. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the following steps: 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Turn the radio off. 3.
Cleaning Your DVD Player XM Satellite Radio Antenna System When cleaning the outside DVD cabinet face and buttons, use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water. Your XMTMSatellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception. Cleaning the Video Screen The performance of your XMTM system may beaffected if your sunroof is open. When cleaning the video screen, use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water.
4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving. the Road. and Your Vehicle ..........4-2 Driver Behavior .............................................. 4.2 Driving Environment ........................................ 4.2 Vehicle Design ............................................... 4-2 Defensive Driving ........................................... 4.3 Drunken Driving ............................................. 4.3 Control of a Vehicle ........................................ 4-6 Braking ...........................
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Whenever we drive, we’re taking on an important responsibility. This is true for any motor vehicle - passenger car, van, truck, sport utility. Driver behavior, the driving environment, and the vehicle’s design all affect how well a vehicle performs. But statistics show that the most important factor, by far, is how we drive.
But driver behavior factors are far more often the cause of a utility vehicle rollover than are environmental or vehicle factors. Safe driver behavior and understanding the environment in which you’ll be driving can help avoid a rollover crash in any type of vehicle, including utility vehicles. 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.
Many adults - by some estimates, nearly half the adult population - choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it’s against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws. The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive.
this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. The law in an increasing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, sets the legal limit at 0.08 percent. In some other countries, the limit is even lower. For example, it is 0.
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. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second.
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. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life.
Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’s what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel. The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions.
As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes. Using Anti-Lock Don’t pump the brakes.
Braking in Emergencies Traction Control System (TCS) At some time, nearly every driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking. Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this happens, the system works the front brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin.
You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is required. SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM TRAC OFF United States Canada If this message comes on and stays on or comes on while you are driving, there’s a problem with your traction control system. See Service Traction System Warning Message on page 3-41. When this warning message is on, the TRAC OFF light will come on to remind you that the system will not limit wheel spin.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System If your vehicle has all-wheel drive (AWD), the AWD system operates automatically without any action required by the driver. If the front drive wheels begin to slip, the rear wheels will automatically begin to drive the vehicle as required. There may be a slight engagement noise during hard use but this is normal. During heavy AWD applications, the engine torque may be reduced to protect AWD system components.
The same thing can happen if you’re steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate. Those two control systems - steering and acceleration - can overwhelm those places where the tires meet the road and make you lose control. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4- 10. What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the brake or accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down. Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed.
Off-Road Recovery You mayfind that your right wheels have droppedoff the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits forjust the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.
Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. (Remember that your right outside mirror is convex. The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is.) Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two-lane roads.
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited. Driving at Night While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration or braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear).
Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. In remote areas, watch for animals. If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest. No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old.
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see.
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Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or it the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple” the water’s surface, there could be hydroplaning. Driving Through Flowing Water Flowing ru - --ingwater crez.__s strong forces.
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll save time and energy.
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.
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. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are.
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill. Know how to go uphill.
As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. Winter Driving You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area or winding roads. Be alert to these and take appropriate action. 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.
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. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle.
If you have traction control, keep the system on. It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. But you can turn the traction system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow. See If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow on page 4-32. Even though your vehicle has a traction system, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4- IO.
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.
_. . Snow can -.-p exh--st gases under 1 Jr vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can’t 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 thatis blocking your exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn’t collect there. Open a window just a little on the sideof the vehicle that’s away from the wind.
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. To help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes.
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If your vehicle has traction control, you should turn your traction control system off. See Traction Control System (TCS,) on page 4-10. 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 transaxle is in gear.
Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-5. Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: e What’s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. e How far will you tow? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow.
Dinghy Towing Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all of its wheels on the ground. If you have a two-wheel-drive vehicle, it can be towed with two of its wheels on the ground. See “Dolly Towing” following. If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, it cannot be towed with any of its wheels on the ground. It can be towed with the car carrier equipment.
The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Towing a Trailer Automatic Level Control On vehicles equipped with the level control, the rear of the vehicle is automatically kept level as you load or unload your vehicle. However, you should still not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR. See Loading Your Vehicle on page4-35. If the ignition key is in ACCESSORY, ON or when RAP is active, you may hear the compressor operating when you load your vehicle or shortly after you start your vehicle, and periodically as the system self-adjusts. This is normal.
Your vehicle can tow a trailer. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer’’ that appears later in this section. But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, durability and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it has to be used properly. That’s the reason for this section.
Weight of the Trailer Weight of the Trailer Tongue How heavy can a trailer safely be? The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And if you will tow a trailer, you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight, too.
If you’re using a weight-carrying or a weight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (8). Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle. After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. If they aren’t, you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer.
Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 Ibs. (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes - and they must be adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Because your vehicle may have anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle’s brake system. If you do, both brake systems won’t work well, or at all.
Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your .vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time. During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working.
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Parking on Hills When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have extra wiring. The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop. When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out.
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: startyourengine, shift into a gear, and release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this.
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............................................................ Doing Your Own Service Work ......................... Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...................................................... Fuel ................................................................ Gasoline Octane ............................................ Gasoline Specifications .................................... California Fuel ......................................
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Appearance Care ............................................ 5.89 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle .................5-89 Care of Safety Belts ...................................... 5-92 Weatherstrips ............................................... 5-92 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ..............5-92 Sheet Metal Damage ..................................... 5-94 Finish Damage ............................................. 5-94 Underbody Maintenance ...........
Service We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people.
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-9. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-67.
Fuel Gasoline Specifications Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasoline meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline.
California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected.
Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you’ll be driving. Filling Your Tank _I- nmable.
While refueling, let the fuel cap hang by the tether as shown. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to theleft (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right. 5-8 D If you get fuel on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happenif your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hotweather.
Be careful not to spill fuel. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-92. When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See Malfunction indicator Lamp on page 3-36.
Hood Release Checking Things Under the Hood To open the hood, do the following: 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. 1 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.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and slide the secondary hood release from left to right. 3. Lift the hood. 4. If your vehicle has a prop rod, place it in the slot on the underside of the hood. Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly, then let the hood down and close it firmly.
A. UnderhoodFuseBlock B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal C. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir D. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick E. Brake Master Cylinder F. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir G. Battery H. RadiatorPressureCap I. Engine Oil Fill Cap J. Engine Oil Dipstick K. Engine Air CleanedFilter L. Engine Coolant Reservoir Engine Oil LOW ENG OIL LEVEL If the low engine oil level message appears on the instrument cluster, it means YOU need to check your engine oil level right away.
Checking Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground, The engine oil dipstick is located at the front of the engine compartment, near the center. The dipstick handle has a bright, yellow loop design for easy identification. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5- 12 for more information on location.
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below thecross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, then you’llneed to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use theright kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 5- 104. The engine oil fill cap is located just behind the engine oil dipstick. Notice: Don’t add too much oil.
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you choose to petform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure the oil you use has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container.
As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is the only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. You should look for and use only oils which have the API Starburst symbol and which are also identified as SAE 5W-30. If you cannot find such SAE 5W-30 oils, you can use an SAE IOW-30 oil which has the API Starburst symbol, if it's going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above. Do not use other viscosity grade oils, such as SAE 1OW-40 or SAE 20W-50 under any conditions.
How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message The GM Oil Life SystemTMcalculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a being turned on, reset the system. If your vehicle does not have the optional Driver Information Center (DIC), do the following: 1.
Checking or Replacing the Engine Air CleanedFilter 6. Latch the hooks to secure the panel in place. If the panel moves easily, check that the tabs are seated correctly in the slots. 7. Put the duct back on and reinstall the clamps. 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 stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t there and the engine backfires, you could be burned.
Automatic Transaxle Fluid How to Check When to Check and Change Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department. A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed.
Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows: 0 0 The dipstick handle is a bright red loop. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again.
How to Add Fluid Engine Coolant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-15. The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL@engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOL@extended life coolant.
Notice: When adding coolant, it is important that you use onlyDEX-COOL@(silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine -- at 30,000 miles coolant will require change sooner (50,OQQkm) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX-COOL@is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
Checking Coolant Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank. Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator. Never turn the radiator pressure cap -- even a little -- when the engine and radiator are hot.
Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank, but be Careful not to sp t. 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. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator. For information on how to add coolant to the radiator, see Cooling System on page 5-28.
If Steam Is Coming From Your Enpine m 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. Just 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.lf you keep driving when your engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others could be badly burned.
Notice: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See “Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode” in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when y011.
Cooling System W~en YOU decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. A. Radiator Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans C.
Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if thereis a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an enginefire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle. The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark.
Notice: When adding coolant, it is important that you use onlyDEX-COOL@(silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner- at 30,000miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX-COOL@is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
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. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the FULL COLD mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it.
Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap -- even a little -- they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap.
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator Notice: Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. i. You can remove i i e rauiaiur pressuli:cap vvi-Iei-1 the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop.
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. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. Housing BypassTube 3. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed valves. There are two bleed valves. One is located on the thermostat housing. The other is located on the thermostat bypass tube. 5-34 4. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck.
6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add I I IlAlUI G more oi ine proper ULIA-CIUUL GO Luulal~t-:..&,,.+through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. --x< nnnt 8. Then replace the pressure cap.
Power Steering Fluid I L1 8 9. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark. 10. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank. 5-36 The power steering fluid reservoir is located to the right of the windshield washer fluid reservoir, at the back of the engine compartment.
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. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for reservoir location. To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-15. Always use the proper fluid.
Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. Don’t use engine coolant (antifreeze) in your washer windshield washer. It can damage your system and paint. Brakes Brake Fluid DOT, Notice: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. A Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system.
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. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all. So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off’ your brake fluid.
Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. With the wrong kind of fluidin your brake system, your brakes may not work well, or they may not even work at all. This could cause a crash. Always use the proper brake fluid. 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).
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. See Brake System lnspection on page 6-74. Brake Pedal Travel 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.
Vehicle Storage Jump Starting if you’re 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. If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely. Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you aren’t careful.
Notice: If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.
r Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don’t need to add water to the ACDelco@ battery installed in your new vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there. If it is low, add water to take care of that first. If you don’t, explosive gas could be present. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you.
7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 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. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative (-) cable doesn’t go to the dead battery.
Notice: Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly. To prevent electrical shorting, take care that the cables don’t touch each other or any other metal. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. I To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (-) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (-) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3.
All-Wheel Drive To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. However, they have two additional systems that need lubrication. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole.
How to Check Lubricant What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-15. To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. A fluid loss could indicate a problem; check and have it repaired, if needed.
Bulb Replacement For the type of bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-53. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs Hal-Jen bulbs have pressu-.-ed gas i..-ide and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. Headlamps 1. Open the hood. 2. Push in on the headlamp and lift up the headlamp retaining clip partway, but do not remove. 3.
5. Remove the bulb access cover. 6. Turn the bulb socket one-quarter of a turn clockwise. 7. Pull the bulb assembly out from the lamp housing. 8 . Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up the gray tabs and separate the connector from the bulb base. 9. Install the new bulb into the electrical connector. Push the bulb firmly enough so that the gray tabs hook over the tab on the bulb.
10. Put the bulb assembly back into the lamp housing and turn the bulb socket one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise. 11. Reinstall the bulb access cover making sure it is in Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the two inboard screws attaching the lamp to the fender bracket. 3. Unsnap the lamp assembly by lifting straight up. 4. Pull the lamp assembly away from the vehicle.
8. To reinstall the lamp assembly, align the tapered pin on the bottom of the lamp with the plastic socket on the fender bracket. Push down until the pin snaps into the socket. 9. Reinstall the two screws that were removed in Step 2. Taillamps, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps 1 . Open the liftgate and the tailgate. 2. Remove the two screws from the taillamp housing. 5. Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by pressing the tab while turning it counterclockwise. 6.
6. Line up the tabs on the bulb socket with the gaps in the socket holes and screw the bulb socket back into the lamp housing. You will hear a click. 7. To reinstall, align the pins on the back of the lamp with the sockets on the outboard side of the lamp opening. 8. Push forward until the pins snap into the socket. 9. Reinstall the screws removed in Step 2. Replacement Bulbs A. Stop/Taillamps B. Back-up Lamps 4.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” under Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5- 106. Here’s how to remove the wiper blades: 1. Turn the wipers on to the lowest intermittent setting. 2.
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warrantyand where to obtain service, see your Pontiac Warranty booklet for details. are dangerous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a resultof too much friction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. CAUTION: Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires.
Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Certificationflire label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). Notice: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not.
Check Tire Pressure System Your vehicle may have a check tire pressure system that can alert you to a large change in the pressure of one tire. The system won’t alert you before you drive that a tire is low or flat. You must begin driving before the system will work properly. The TIRE PRESSURE LOW: CHECK TIRES message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and the LOW TIRE PRESSURE message will come on the message center if pressure difference (low pressure) is detected in one tire.
To reset the system: 1 . Turn the ignition to ON with the engine off. 2. Press the MODE button until the DIC reads TIRE PRESSURE LOW: CHECK TIRES. 3. Press and hold the SET button until TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL is displayed. You will hear three chimes and the LOW TIRE PRESSURE message will go off and the DIC will return to TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL. If the LOW TIRE PRESSURE message comes back on, the check tire pressure system has not reset. Repeat the procedure.
\ / - 7 When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. Rust or dirt on awheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time.The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. 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.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels. It's all right to drive with your compact spare, though. It was developed for use on your vehicle. cle, -.
Treadwear 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.
Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep corning loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.
Used Rerhcr?len+ Wheels Tire Chains I-- Putting a used -.bet. >n your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash.If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel. If your vehicle has P215/70R16 or P235/55R17 size tires, don’t use tire chains, there’s not enough clearance.
Accessory Inflator If --J do find tn.- _jon devices that will fit, install them on the front tires for front-wheel-drive vehicles. If your vehicle has all-wheel drive, install traction deviceson either the front tires or all four tires, but never on the rear tires only. Your vehicle may have an air inflator. With it, you can inflate things like air mattresses and basketballs, and you can also use it to bring your tires up to the proper pressure.
If the air inflator system does not turn on or the light does not come on, the fuse may be blown or installed incorrectly. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-98 or see your dealer for service. Inflating something too much can make explode, and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate any object only to its recommended To use your air inflator system, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or ON. 2.
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout”, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers.
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is located in the storage compartment at the rear of the vehicle, on the passenger’s side. 1. Remove the side convenience net. The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. 5-68 2. Open the jack storage compartment by lifting up the tab and pulling the cover off.
B B D E A. 9. C. D. Jack WingBolt Jacking Instructions Folding Wrench 3. Remove the jack and jacking tools by turning the wing bolt counterclockwise. Slightly lltt up the Jack from the bracket tab and then take it out of the storage compartment. 4. Separate the jack and remove the folding wrench from the jack. The tools you'll be using include the jack (A), folding wrench (B), extension tube (C), wing nut (D), and J-Hook (E).
A. Hoist Shaft B. Folding Wrench C. Hoist Assembly D. Retainer E. Spring F. Spare Tire 1. Flip the rear cargo area carpet cut out, to expose the hoist shaft. 2. Attach the folding wrench into the hoist shaft. 3. Turn the folding wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue turning the wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle. 5-70 4. To remove the spare tire from the cable, tilt the retainer and slip it through the wheel opening. 5.
3. Then loosen the cable by turning the wrench counterclockwise three or four turns. 4. If the spare tire has not lowered, tighten the cable all the way and then loosen it at least two times. If the spare tire did lower to the ground, continue with Step 4 under “Removing the Spare Tire (Vehicles without the Sliding Rear Convenience Tray)” earlier in this section. 5. If you still cannot lower the spare tire to the ground, see “Secondary Latch System” later in this section.
1. Push the release lever located in front of the handle of the sliding rear tray to release the pin from the floor track assembly. B 2. Pull the sliding rear tray toward you without lifting it up. 3. You will hear a click when the sliding rear tray is locked into the extended position. This is where the sliding rear tray needs to be in order to be able to remove the spare tire. 4. Open the driver’s side storage compartment door of the sliding rear tray. Sliding A. Rear Convenience Tray B.
9. To remove the spare tire from the cable, tilt the retainer and slip it through the wheel opening. 10. After removing the spare tire, turn the wrench clockwise to raise the cable back up. Do not store a full-size or a flat road tire under the vehicle. See “Storing a Flat (Vehicles without the Sliding Rear Convenience Tray)” and “Storing a Flat (Vehicles with the Sliding Rear Convenience Tray)” later in this section.
3. Then loosen the cable by turning the wrench counterclockwise three or four turns. 4. If the spare tire has not lowered, tighten the cable all the way and then loosen it at least two times. Before beginning this procedure readall the instructions. Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt. Read and follow the instructions listed below.
1. Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches (15 cm) of cable is exposed. 2. Attach the folding wrench to the jack and raise the jack at least 10 turns. 3. Place the jack under the vehicle. ahead of the rear bumper. Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire. 4. Turn the folding wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the secondary latch spring. 5.
6. Lower the jack by turning the folding wrench counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack. 7. Disconnect the wrench from the jack and carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with the other hand. 8. When the spare tire has been completely lowered, tilt the retainer and slip it through the wheel opening. 9.
All-Wheel Drive If the cable is not visible, start this procedure at Step 2. To release the spare tire from the secondary latch, do the following: Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack. If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely, make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from the spare. I 1. Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches (15 cm) of cable is exposed. 2.
4. Turn the folding wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the secondary latch spring. 5. Keep raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place, this lets you know that the secondary latch has released. 5-78 6. Lower the jack by turning the folding wrench counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire is resting on the folding wrench.
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If there is a wheel cover, loosen the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench. They won’t come off. Then, using the flat end of the wheel wrench, pry along the edge of the cover until it comes off, Be careful; the edges may be sharp. Don’t try to remove the cover with your bare hands. 7. Grasp the spare tire with both hands and pull it out from under the vehicle. 8. Reach under the vehicle and remove the folding wrench and jack. 9.
Notice: To help avoid damage to lock nut or wheel lock key, do not use an impact wrench with this key. 3. Near each wheel, there is a notch in the vehicle’s body. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the flat tire. Notice: Do not place the jack under the rear axle control arms or you may damage your vehicle. Only use the areas shown for proper jack location. DO not raise the vehicle yet. Put the compact spare tire near you.
4. Attach the folding wrench to the jack, and turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head 3 inches (7.6 cm) 6. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the folding wrench clockwise in the jack. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well. . . s t or -..
Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 8. Install the spare tire and put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 9. Lower the vehicle by attaching the folding wheel wrench to the jack and turning the wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.
IO. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown. Notice; Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. 11. Don’t try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover securely in the rear of the vehicle until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools I c Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. J The underbody-mounted spare tire needs to be stored with the valve stem pointing down.
3. Tilt the retainer downward and slip it through the center hole of the spare tire. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel. 4. Attach the folding wrench to the hoist shaft. Use the extension tube if you have the sliding rear convenience tray. 5. Turn the folding wrench clockwise to lift the spare tire.
When you replace the compact spare with a full-size tire, reinstall the bolt-on wheel covers or the center cap, which ever your vehicle has. Tighten them “hand tight” over the wheel nuts, using the folding wrench. Storing the Flat Tire without the Sliding Rear Convenience Tray 1. Flip up the D-ring located in the rear cargo area. 2. Lay the tire in the rear cargo area of the vehicle with the valve stem up with the center hole of the tire over the D-ring.
Storing the Flat Tire with the Sliding Rear Convenience Tray 4. Lay the tire on top of the driver’s side storage compartment with the valve stem down. Make sure you can see the D-ring through the center hole of the tire. 5. Remove the J-hook and the wing nut from the back of the jack access door. Assemble the wing nut and the J-hook. 6. Install the wing nut and the J-hook to the D-ring through the center hole of the tire. 7 . Tighten the wing nut to secure the tire to the floor.
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
- Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it will set. Using Cleaner on Fabric 1. Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. 2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. 3. Follow the directions on the container label. 4. Apply cleaner with a clean sponge.
Vinyl Interior Plastic Components Use warm water and a clean cloth. Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do this more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish wiil stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and vinyl/leather cleaner. See your dealer for this product.
Care of Safety Belts ep be clean and dry. Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. 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. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-95. If your vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish.
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels Tires Your vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.
Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed.
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description GM Vehicle Care/Ap Dearance Materials (cor It’d) Usage Usage ~~ Chrome and Wire Wheel Cleaner Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers. Finish Enhancer Removes dust, fingerprints, and surface contaminants, Spray on wipe off. Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks, fine scratches and other light surface contamination. Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish.
Vehicle Identification Engine Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the inside of the access panel located on the driver’s side of the rear of the vehicle. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: your VIN, This is the legal identifier for your vehicle.
Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you checkwith your dealer first. Some electrical equipment candamage your vehicleand the damage wouldn’tbe covered by yourwarranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from workingas they should. Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the floor console fuse block protect the power windows and other power accessories.
r- Floor Console Fuse Block The floor console fuse block is located to the right of the shift lever. (2) 10 0 1 33 (221 0m mm [ 5 ) 0 El00 (14) (17) The fuses marked spare are available if a replacement fuse is needed. Pull the door open to access the fuse block.
I I I Fuse 11 13 15 I 17 I 19 5-100 Rear Auxiliary Power Outlet Electronic Level Control (ELC) Compressor Relay and Height Sensor Heated Mirrors Power Mirrors Ignition 1 Module Turn Signal Switch and NSBU Switch Rear Defoaaer Air Bag Module Canister Vent Solenoid and TCC Switch HVAC Blower Motor HVAC Mode and Temperature Motors and Head-Up Display Not Used Windshield Wipers and Washer Instrument Panel Cluster, BCM, PASS-Key@III Park Lock Ignition Kev Solenoid ~ 21 22 I Power Seats 12 I I Us
Underhood Fuse Block Fuse 1 Usage This fuse block is located in the engine compartment, on top of the windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for -I.,- :-g,..--#.t;n.-. _.-. I I I U I G I 1 l l u l I I l u ~ l vI l V I I lnP.mtimn IVVUL~V* I. 4 The fuses marked spare are available if a replacement fuse is needed. r ..._--.._._.- ~ sensors Power Control Module To remove the cover, press the two tabs in and lift Up the cover.
Usage i 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 L I 28 I 5-102 29 I I Spare ABS Solenoid Valves Oxygen Sensors-Emissions Control Injectors Spare Engine Controls Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Passenger’s Low-Beam Headlamp Spare Driver’s Low-Beam Headlamp Driver’s High-Beam Headlamp Ignition Switch Battery Power Parkina “ Lamps - Front and Rear Air Pump - Emissions Controls ~.
Fuse 48 I 64 65 66 67 Breaker Circuit 49 Usage Usage Main Battery Fuse for Ignition Switch, Radio, Heads-Up Display, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE); Instrument Cluster, Air Conditioning and Bodv Computer I 50 Horn 61 62 Cooling Fan Cooling Fan Spare SDare Spare I Spare 5- 103
Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and lubricants on page 6-15 for more information. Capacities English 1.7 Ibs. Metric 0.8 kg Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement Complete Overhaul 7.4 quarts 10.0 quarts 7.0 L 9.5 L AWD Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement Complete Overhaul 8.7 quarts 10.8 quarts 8.3 L 10.
Engine Specifications 5-105
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Spark Plugs I Windshield Wiper Blades Driver’s Side Length Passenger’s Side Length TY Pe 24.0 inches (60.0 cm) 22.0 inches (55.0 cm) Shepherd’s Hook I *ACDelco@part number.
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ...................................... 6.2 Introduction ................................................... 6.2 Your Vehicle and the Environment .................... 6-2 Maintenance Requirements .............................. 6-2 How This Section is Organized ......................... 6-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...........6-4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule .................... 6-4 Scheduled Maintenance ...................................
Maintenance Schedule Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect our environment, and to keep your vehicle in good condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.
How This Section is Organized “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often.
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services This part contains engine oil and chassis lubrication scheduled maintenance which explains the engine oil life system and how it indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. Lubricate chassis components with each oil change. Also, listed are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you to keep your vehicle in good working condition.
Scheduled Maintenance Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle. Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life SystemTM(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
After the services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service on the maintenance record pages in part E of this schedule. An Emission Control Service. 30,000 Miles (50000 km) 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 0 Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control 0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-58 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.
50,000Miles (83 000 km) 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of 0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-58 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @,) (See footnote +.) these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) 0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Ll Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See Engine Coolant on page 5-22 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. Service. 0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. 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 Part D.
At Least Twice a Year Weatherstrip Lubrication Restraint System Check Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very 'cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-15. Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly.
Starter Switch Check Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check 1 youaredoinLhischeck,thevehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. ~ 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-30 if necessary. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3.
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. The key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in OFF. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Pa ’ . (P) Mechi ism Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a service manual. See Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-9.
Throttle System Inspection Brake System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition.
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Automatic Transaxle Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Key Lock Cylinders Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on Daae 5- 13.
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
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Section 7 Customer Assistance Information ~~ Customer Assistance information ..................... Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users .............................................. Customer Assistance Off ices ........................... GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities .............................................. Roadside Assistance Program ......................... .7-2 .7-2 .7-3 .7-3 .7-4 .
Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Pontiac. 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.
The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days.
From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit.
This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers. The program is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. See your dealer for more details or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935. GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. All TTY users call 1-800-263-3830.
In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Pontiac’s comprehensive warranty. However, when other services are utilized, our advisors will explain any payment obligations you might incur. For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the following information to give the advisor: Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States.
Plan Ahead When Possible 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. If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related.
Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer.
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government Service Publications Ordering Information If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited.
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: $25.00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles.
Supplement to the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous Owner’s Manual This information replaces the Audio Speakers text for the “Entertainment System” on page 3-102 for the 2003 Pontiac Aztek andpage 3-103 for the 2003 Buick Rendezvous. Audio Speakers Audio from the DVD Player or auxiliary devices can be heard through the following possible sources: Wireless Headphones Vehicle’s Speakers Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Jacks (if equipped). Plug the wired headphones into the jacks on the RSA system.
To turn the vehicle’s speakers on and off, press either the CD/AUX or the TAPE/CD button on the front audio system. The audio from the entertainment system can be heard through both the wireless headphones and the vehicle’s speakers at the same time.
A About Driving YourVehicle .................................... i AccessoryInflator ........................................... 5-65 AccessoryPowerOutlets ................................. 3-20 5-38 Adding Washer Fluid ....................................... 7-8 AdditionalProgram Information ........................... 5-6 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5-98 Add-on Electrical Equipment ............................ Adjusting the Speakers 3-67, 3-77, 3-90 (Balance/Fade) ...
Audio Systems (cont.) 3-73 Radio with Cassette and CD ......................... .................. 3-63 Radio with CD ................... Radio with Six-Disc CD ................................ 3-87 Rear Audio Controller (RAC) ........................ 3-1 10 Setting the Time .......................................... 3-62 3-1 10 Theft-Deterrent Feature ............................... Understanding Radio Reception ................... 3-1 12 XMTMSatellite Radio Antenna System ...........
Canceling the Rear Door Security Locks ............ 2-12 Capacities and Specifications .......................... 5-1 04 CarbonMonoxide ................... 4.27, 4-37. 4.13, 4-34 Care of Safety Belts ................................................ 5-92 Care of Your 3-1 12 Cassette Tape Player ................................. CD and DVD Player ................................... 3-1 13 3-113 CDs and DVDs ......................................... Cargo Lamp ..................................................
Climate Control System ................................... 3-22 Dual .......................................................... 3-25 Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 3-28 Compact Disc Messages ................ 3-73, 3-86, 3-100 Compact Spare Tire ........................................ 5-88 Compass Variance .......................................... 3-50 Console/Cooler ............................................... 2-41 Content Theft-Deferrent ....................................
Door AjarWarningMessage ................................. 3-45 Delayed Locking .......................................... 2-10 Locks .......................................................... 2-9 2-10 Power Door Locks ....................................... Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............. 2-1 1 Rear Security Locks ..................................... 2-1 1 Driver ................. ..... 1-18 Position, Safety Belt .................................. ......
Engine Air CleanedFilter ........................ ...... 5-18 Battery .................................................... 5-41 Change Oil Message ................................... 3-44 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ............ 3-36 Coolant ...................................................... 5-22 Coolant Heater ............................................ 2-25 3-36 Coolant Temperature Gage ........................... Coolant Temperature Warning Message .......... 3-42 Cooling System Inspection .
Fluid Automatic Transaxle ..................................... 5-20 PowerSteering ........................................... 5-36 WindshieldWasher ...................................... 5-37 FM Stereo .................................................... 3-1 12 Fog Lamps .................................................... 3-13 Foldingor Reclining the Seatbacks ..................... 1-7 Following Distance .......................... .... 4-42 Footnotes .................... .... .... ......
Headlamps .................................................... 5-49 Bulb Replacement ....................................... 5-49 Front Turn Signal. Sidemarker and Parking Lamps ......................................... 5-51 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-49 Headphones ................................................. 3-101 Head-Up Display (HUD) ................................... 3-18 Heated Seats ................................................... 1-3 Highway Hypnosis .......
Inspection(cont.) Transfer Care (Power Transfer Unit) and Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module) All-Wheel Drive ........... 6-14 Instrument Panel 3-30 Cluster ....................................................... Overview ..................................................... 3-4 Switchbank ................................................. 3-17 Instrument Panel Brightness ............................. 3-14 Integrated Windshield Antenna ........................ 3-1 14 InteriorLamps .............
Lock Feedback ............................................... 3-61 2-56 Locking, Delayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lockout Protection ................. .. 2-12 Locks Delayed Locking ......... .... .............. 2-10 Door ........................................................... 2-9 Leaving Your Vehicle .................................... 2-13 Lockout Protection ....................................... 2-12 Power Door ................................................
Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Throttle System Inspection ............................ 6-14 Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) and Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module) All-Wheel Drive Inspection ............................................... 6-14 Using Your ................................................... 6-4 YourVehicle and the Environment ................... 6-2 Maintenance When Trailer Towing ..................... 4-44 MakingTurns .................................................
OnStap Services ............................................ 2-37 Onstar@ Virtual Advisor .................................... 2-38 Operation ................................. ...... 3-22, 3-25 Operation Tips ................................................ 3-28 Other Warning Devices ...................................... 3-6 Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 3-28 Outside Convex Mirror ........................... .......... 2-36 Power Mirrors ........................................
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......... 1-17 RadiatorPressureCap .................................... 5-25 Radio Messages ..................................... 3.69. 3-80 Radios .......................................................... 3-62 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ............... 3-1 12 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ................ 3-1 13 3-1 13 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ..................... 3-1 14 DAB Radio Antenna System . ..................... 3-73 Radio with Cassette and CD ...
Restraint System Check ................................... 6-10 Checking Your Restraint Systems ................... 1-68 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash .......................................... 1-68 Restraint Systems Checking .................................................... 1-68 Replacing Parts ........................................... 1-68 Restraints, Head ............................................... 1-6 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ......................
Service(cont.) Doing Your Own Work ................................... 5-4 3-36 Engine Soon Light ....................................... 7-9 Publications Ordering Information ..................... Traction System Warning Message ................. 3-41 3-48 VehicleSoonMessage ................................. 7-9 Service Bulletins ............................................... Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada .................. 3-36 Service Manuals ............
T Tachometer .................................................... 3-32 Tailgate/Liftgate ............................................... 2-13 Taillamps 5-52 Stoplamps. and Back-up Lamps .................... TCS Warning Light .......................................... 3-35 3-1 10 Theft.Deterrent. Radio .................................... Theft-Deterrent Systems ................................... 2-18 Content Theft-Deterrent ................................ 2-18 PASS-Key@Ill ................................
U Underbody Flushing Service ............................. 6-12 Underhood Fuse Block ................................... 5-101 Understanding Radio Reception ....................... 3-1 12 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............................ 5-61 United States ...................................... .. 7-3 3-60 Unlock Feedback ........................................ UsedReplacementWheels .............................. 5-64 Using Cleaner on Fabric ..................................
Wheels ... 5-62 Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . Replacement ..................................... ... 5-63 When to Add Engine Oil ............................ 5-15 When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life System) ............................... 5-17 When to Check .............................................. 5-56 When to Check and Change ............................ 5-20 When to CheckPower Steering Fluid ................ 5-37 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill ....................
