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The
2003
Le
Sabre Owner Manual
Seats and Restraint Systems
...........................
1-1
Front Seats
...............................................
1-2
Safety Belts
..............................................
1-8
Child Restraints
.......................................
1-31
Air Bag Systems
......................................
1-52
Restraint System Check
............................
1-62
Features and Contro[s
.....................................
2-1
Keys
........................................................
2-2
Doors and Locks
.......................................
2-9
Windows
.................................................
2-1 6
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................
2-1
8
Starting and Operating
Your Vehicle
....................................
2-22
Mirrors
....................................................
2-35
Onstar@ System
......................................
2-40
HomeLink@ Transmitter
.............................
2-42
Storage Areas
.........................................
2-47
3UI
II
UUI
..................................................
2-48
Vehicle Personalization
.............................
2-49
Instrument Panel
.............................................
3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
..........................
3-2
Climate Controls
......................................
3-23
Warning Lights,
Gages
and
Indicators
.........
3-32
Driver Information Center (DIC)
..................
3-47
Audio System(s)
.......................................
3-57
c\
.
-1
Driving Your Vehicle
.......................................
4-1
Your Driving, the Road. and Your Vehicle
.....
4-2
Towing
...................................................
4-32
Service
.....................................................
5-3
Fuel
.........................................................
5-5
Checking Things Under
the Hood
.............................................
5-10
Bulb Replacement
....................................
5-55
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.........
5-60
Tires
......................................................
5-61
Appearance Care
.....................................
5-81
Vehicle Identification ................................. 5-89
Electrical System
......................................
5-90
Capacities and Specifications
.....................
5-98
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
......
5-99
Maintenance Schedule
.....................................
6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................
6-2
Customer Assistance Information
....................
7-1
Customer Assistance Information
..................
7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
............................
7-9
index
.............................................................
-1
Service
and
Appearance Care
..........................
5-1
Headlamp Aiming
.....................................
5-51
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GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK,
the BUICK Emblem and the name LE SABRE are
registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation.
This manual includes the latest information at the time
it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes
after that time without further notice. For vehicles
first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General
Motors of Canada Limited” for Buick Motor Division
whenever it appears in this manual.
Please keep this manual in your vehicle,
so
it will be
there
if
you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you
*
sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it
so
the
new owner can use it.
Canadian
Owners
You
can obtain a French copy of this manual from your
dealer or from:
Helm, Incorporated
P.O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
How
to
Use
This
Manual
Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to
end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you
do
this, it will help you learn about the features and controls
for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures
and words work together to explain things.
Index
A good place to look for what you need is the Index 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.
Litho in
U.S.A.
@Copyright General Motors Corporation 06/19/02
Part
No.
25735901 A First Edition All Rights Reserved
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.
These mean there
is
something that could hurt
you
or
other people.
In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard
is.
Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the
hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you
or others could be hurt.
You will
also find a circle
with a slash through it in
this book. This safety
symbol means “Don’t,’’
“Don’t do this’’ or “Don’t let
this happen.”
...
Ill
Vehicle Damage
Warnings
Also,
in
this book you will find these notices:
Notice:
These
mean there
is
something that could
damage your vehicle.
A
notice will tell you about something that can damage
your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be
covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the
notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage.
When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION
and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different
words.
You’ll
also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use
the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.
Vehicle Symbols
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.
If you need help figuring out a specific name of a
component, gage or indicator reference the following
topics in the Index:
“Engine Compartment Overview”
“Instrument Panel Overview”
“Climate Controls”
0
“Audio Systems”
Also
see
Warning
Lights,
Gages and lndicafors on
page
3-32.
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Section
1
Seats and Restraint Systems
Front Seats
......................................................
1-2
Manual Seats
................................................
1-2
Power Seats
..................................................
1.2
Manual Lumbar
..............................................
1.3
Power Lumbar
...............................................
1-4
Heated Seats
.................................................
1-5
Reclining Seatbacks
........................................
1-6
Head Restraints
.............................................
1-7
Safety
Belts
.....................................................
1-8
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone
.................
1-8
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts
......
1-12
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
.................
1-13
Driver Position
..............................................
1-1 4
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
..................
1-20
Right Front Passenger Position
.......................
1-21
Center Front Passenger Position
.....................
1-22
Rear Seat Passengers
..................................
1-24
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for
Children
and
Smgll
Ad~-I!ts
............
....
1-28
Safety Belt Extender
.............................
1-30
Child
Restraints
......................
,
...............
1-31
Older Children
..............................................
1-31
Infants and Young Children
............................
1-34
Child Restraint Systems
.................................
1-37
Where to Put the Restraint
.............................
1-40
Top Strap
....................................................
1.42
Top Strap Anchor Location
.............................
1.43
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
Children (LATCH System)
...........................
1.44
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System
.........................................
1-46
Securing a Child Restraint
in
a Rear Seat
Position
...................................................
1-46
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position
....................................
1-49
Air
Bag Systems
............................................
1-52
Where Are the Air Bags?
...............................
1-55
When Should an Air Bag Inflate?
....................
1-57
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?
.....................
1-58
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?
.....................
1-58
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates?
.......
1-59
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
.........
1-61
Fiesiraini
Sysiern
Cneck
..................................
1-62
Checking Your Restraint Systems
...................
1-62
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash
............................................
1-62
1-1
Front
Seats
Power
Seats
Manual
Seats
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1
1
try to
adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle
is
moving. The sudden movement could startle
and confuse you, or make you push a pedal
when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s
seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
Pull up on the control bar located under the front of the
seat
to
unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want
it
and release the bar. Try to move the seatwith your body
to make sure the seat is locked into place.
If
your
vehicle
has
this feature, the controls for the
power seats are located
on
the outboard side of each
front seat.
1-2
Horizontal Control: Raise or lower the front of the seat
cushion by pressing the forward edge of the control
up or down.
Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by pressing
the rear edge of the control up or down.
Move the seat forward or rearward by pressing the
control toward the front or rear of the vehicle.
Move the seat higher or lower by holding the whole
control up or down.
Vertical Control
(Option):
Move the seatback into a
reclined position by pressing the top of the control
backward.
Move the seatback forward by pressing the top of the
control forward. The knob that controls this feature is located on the
outboard side of each front seat. Turn the knob toward
the front of the vehicle to increase lumbar support.
Turn the knob toward the rear of the vehicle to decrease
iumbar support.
If
you have the independent front cushion moved down
as far as it will go, you may feel the lumbar support
higher in your back. Readjust the location of the cushion
until you are comfortable. You may also want to
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Power Lumbar
If
your vehicle has this
feature, the power lumbar
control is located on
the outboard side of each
front seat. Use the
power seat control first to
get the proper position.
Then continue with
the lumbar adjustment.
To
reshape the lower seatback, press the lumbar
control forward to increase support and rearward to
decrease support. Press the control up or down to raise
or lower the support mechanism.
Keep in mind that as your seating position changes,
as it may during long trips, so should the position of your
lumbar support. Adjust the seat as needed.
If you have the independent front cushion moved down
as far as it will go, you may feel the lumbar support
higher in your back. Readjust the location of the cushion
until you are comfortable. You may also want to
adjust the seatback for maximum comfort.
I
-4
Reclining
Seatbacks
If
your vehicle has power
seats, the vertical control
described previously
in
this
section reclines the front
seatbacks.
If your vehicle has the manual recliner, lift the lever on
the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback
to the desired position. Release the lever to lock
the seatback. Pull up on the lever without pushing on
the seatback and the seatback will go to an upright
position.
L
But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is
moving.
1-6
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. In a crash,
you could go into
it,
receiving neck or other
injuries.
The lap belt can't
do
its job either.
In
a crash
the belt could go up over your abdomen. The
belt forces would be there, not at your
pelvic
bones. This could cause serious internal
injuries.
For proper protection when the vehicle
is
in
motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit
well back
in
the seat and wear your safety belt
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Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint
is
ciosesi:
to
tne
iop
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your
head. Tnis posiiion
reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash.
1
-7
Safety
Belts
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone
This part
of
the manual tells you how to use safety
belts properly. It also tells you some things you should
not
do
“h safety
’
Its.
Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t
wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a
crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt,
your injuries can be much worse. You can
hit
things inside the vehicle or be ejected from
it.
You can be seriously injured or killed.
In
the
same crash, you might not be, if you are
buckled
up.
Always fasten your safety belt,
and check that your passengers’ belts are
fastened properly too.
It
is extremely dangerous to ride in
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 ride in any area of your vehicle
that is not equipped with seats and safety
belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a safety belt properly.
Your vehicle has a light
that comes
on as
a
reminder to buckle up.
See
Safety Belt Reminder
Light
on
page
3-36.
1
-8
The person keeps going until stopped by something.
In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield
...
or
the instrument panel
...
or the safety belts!
With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.
You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance,
and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why
safety belts make such good sense.
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 my vehicle has air bags, why should
I
have to
wear safety belts?
A:
Air bags are in many vehicles today and will
be in most of them in the future. But they are
supplemental systems only;
so
they work
with
safety belts
-
not instead of them. Every air bag
system ever offered for sale has required the use of
safety belts. Even
if
you’re in a vehicle that has
air bags, you still have to buckle up to get the most
protection. That’s true not only in frontal collisions,
but especially in side and other collisions.
1-12
Driver Position
This part describes the driver’s restraint system.
Lap-Shoulder
Belt
The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to
wear it properly.
1.
Close and lock the door.
2.
Adjust the seat
so
you can sit up straight.
To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.
3.
Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.
Don’t let it get twisted.
The lap-shoulder belt may lock
if
you pull the belt
across you very quickly.
If
this happens, let the belt
go back slightly to unlock
it.
Then pull the belt
across you more slowly.
4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is
secure.
If
the belt isn’t long enough, see
Safety
Belt Extender on page
1-30.
Make sure the release button on the buckle is
positioned
so
you would be able to unbuckle the
safety belt quickly
if
you ever had to.
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be
worn iow 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. The shoulder belt should go
over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of
the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or crash,
or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor.
1-15
Q:
What’s wrong with this?
A:
The shoulder belt is too
loose.
It
won’t give nearly
as
much
protection this way.
You can be
serioi
y hurt
if
.
ur shc der
belt
is
too
loose.
In a crash, you would
move
forward
too
much, which could increase injury.
The shoulder belt should
fit
against your body.
1-16
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A:
The
belt
is
twisted
across
the
body.
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.
1-19
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.
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.
1
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Center Front Passenger Position
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Lap
Belt
If your vehicle has a front bench seat, someone can sit
in the center position.
When you sit in the center front seating position, you
have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor.
To
make
the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.
1-22
Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap
part
of a lap-shoulder belt.
If
the belt isn’t long
enough, see
Safety Belt Extender on page
1-30.
Make sure the release button on the buckie is positioned
so
you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt
quickly
if
you ever had to.
1-23
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.
Lap-Shoulder
Belt
All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts.
Here’s how to wear one properly.
1.
2.
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. Then pull the belt
across you more slowly.
Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
1
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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. The shoulder belt should go
over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of
the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
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.
1-26
You can be seriously hurt
i.1
your shoulder belt
is
too
loose. In a crash, you would move
forward too much, which could increase injury.
The shoulder belt should
fit
against your body.
To
unlatch the belt, just push the button
on
the buckle.
1-27
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for
Children and Small Adults
Your vehicle may have this feature already.
If
it doesn’t,
you can get it from any GM dealer.
Rear shoulder belt comfort guides provide added safety
belt comfort for older children who have outgrown
booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a
shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the
belt away from the neck and head.
There is one guide available for each outside passenger
position in the rear seat. To provide added safety belt
comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints
and booster seats and for smaller adults, the comfort
guides may be installed on the shoulder belts. Here’s
how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt:
1.
Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the
side of the seatback.
1-28
To
remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the
belt edges together
so
that you can take them out of the
guides. Slide the guide into its storage pocket on the
side of the seatback.
Safety Belt Extender
If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you
should use it.
But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer
will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to
order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear,
so
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.
To wear it, just attach it to the
regular safety belt.
4.
Buckle, position and release the safety belt as
described in
Rear Seat Passengers on page
1-24.
Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the
shoulder.
1-30
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this.
Here two children are wearing
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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 person at a time.
Q:
What if a child
is
wearing a lap-shoulder belt,
but
the child is
so
small that the shoulder belt
is very close to the child’s face or neck?
A:
If
the child is sitting in a seat next to a window,
move the child toward the center
of
the vehicle.
If
the child
is
sitting in the center rear seat
passenger position, move the child toward the
safety belt buckle.
In
either case, be sure that the
shoulder belt still
is
on the child’s shoulder,
so
that
in
a crash the child’s upper body would have
the restraint that belts provide.
If
the child
is
so small that the shoulder belt
is
still
very close to the child’s face or neck,
you
might
want to place the child in a seat that has a lap belt,
if
your vehicle has
one.
1-32
The
body structi of a young hild
is
quite
unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom
the safety belts are designed.
A
young child's
hip bones are
still
so
small that the vehicle's
regular safety belt may not remain low on the
hip bones, as
it
should. Instead,
it
may settle
up around the child's abdomen.
In
a
crash, the
belt would apply force on a body area that's
unprotected by any bony structure. This alone
could cause serious or fatal injuries. Young
children always should
be
secured
in
appropriate child restraints.
Child Restraint Systems
An infant car bed
(A),
a special bed made for use in a
to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat
surface. Make sure that the infant's head rests towara
the center of the vehicle.
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A
child
in
a child restraint
in
the center front
seat can be badly injured or killed by the right
front passenger’s air bag if
it
inflates. Never
secure a child restraint
in
the center front
seat.It’s always better to secure a child
restraint
in
the rear seat. You may secure a
forward-facing child restraint in the right front
passenger seat, but before you do, always
move the front passenger seat as far back
as
it
will
go.
It’s better to secure the child
restraint
in
a rear seat.
Wherever
you
instal!
iti
he s~1r-e
to
secure the child
restraint properly.
Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can
move around in a collision
or
sudden stop and injure
people
in
the vehicle. Be sure
to
properly secure
any child restraint in your vehicle
-
even when no child
is in it.
1-41
In Canada; the law requires
that
forward-facing
child
restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be
anchored. In the United States, some child restraints
also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a
top strap, it should be anchored.
Anchor the top strap
to
one
of
the following anchor
points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the
same side of the vehicle as the seating position
where the child restraint will be placed.
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.
Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for
the rear seating positions. You’ll find them behind the rear
seat on the filler panel.
In order to get
to
a bracket, you’ll have
to
open the
trim cover.
1
-43
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child
in
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seat can be badly injured or killed by the right
front passenger’s air bag if
it
inflates. Never
secure a child restraint
in
the center front seat.
It’s always better to secure a child restraint
in
the rear seat. You may secure a forward-facing
child restraint
in
the
right
front passenger
seat, but before you do, always move the
front passenger seat as far back as
it
will go.
It’s
better to secure the child restraint
in
a
1
rear seat.
You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier
part about the top strap
if
the child restraint has one.
Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child
restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when
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2.
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.
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3.
Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is
positioned
so
you would be able to unbuckle the
safety belt quickly
if
you ever had to.
4.
To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt
while you push down on the child restraint.
If
you’re using a forward-facing child restraint,
you may find it helpful to
use
your knee to push
down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
5.
Push and pull the child restraint in different
directions to be sure it is secure.
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.
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Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag.
Never
put a rear facing child restraint in this seat.
Here's why:
A
child
___
a
rear-fa-..Ig child restraint can be
seriously injured or killed
if
the right front
passenger's air bag inflates.
This
is because
the back of the rear-facing child restraint
would be very close to the inflating air bag.
Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in
a rear seat.
Although
a
rear
seat
is
a
safer place, you can secure
a
forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat.
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You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See
Top Strap
on
page
1-42
if
the child restraint has one. Be sure to
follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
Secure the child in the child restraint when and as
the instructions say.
1.
Because your vehicle has a right front passenger
air bag, always move the seat as far back as it will
go before securing a forward-facing child restraint.
See
Power Seats
on
page
1-2.
2.
Put the restraint on the seat.
3.
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.
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.
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Air
Bag
Systems
This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag
systems.
Your vehicle has a frontal air bag for the driver and a
frontal air bag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle
may also have
a
side impact air bag for the driver,
and another side impact air bag for the right front
passenger.
If your vehicle has a side impact air bag for the driver,
the words
AIR
BAG will appear on the air bag covering on
the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door.
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.
Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk
of injury from the force of an inflating frontal air bag.
But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their
job
and comply with federal regulations.
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ud
can be severely injured or killed in a crash
if
you aren’t wearing your safety belt
-
even if
you have air bags. Wearing your safety belt
during a crash helps reduce your 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.
Frontal
air
bags
d~r
the driver and right front
passenger are designed to deploy only
in
moderate to severe frontal and near frontal
crashes. They aren’t designed to inflate at all
in rollover, rear or low-speed frontal crashes,
CAUTION: (Continued)
or
in
many side crashes. And, for some
unrestrained occupants, frontal air bags may
provide less protection
in
frontal crashes
than more forceful air bags have provided in
the past.
The side impact air bags for the driver and
right front passenger are designed to inflate
only
in
moderate to severe crashes where
something
hits
the side of your vehicle. They
aren’t designed to inflate in frontal, in rollover
or in rear crashes.
Everyone in your vehicle should wear
a
safety
belt properly
-
whether or not there’s an air
bag for that person.
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Both frontal and side 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. Front occupants should
not lean on or sleep against the door.
Anyone who is 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 the best protection for adults,
but
CAUTION: (Continued)
not for yo g children
d
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. Always secure
children properly
in
your vehicle. To read how,
see the part of this manual called “Older
Children” or “Infants and Young Children”.
There is an air bag
readiness light on the
instrument panel, which
shows
AIR
BAG.
AIR
BAG
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
3-36.
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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 air bag,
and don’t attach or put anything on
the
steering wheel hub or on or near any other air
bag covering. Don’t let seat covers block
the
inflation path of a side impact air bag.
If your vehicle has one, the right front passenger’s side
impact air bag is in the side
of
the passenger’s
seatback closest to the door.
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The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags
are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal
or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate
only
if
the impact speed is above the system’s
designed “threshold level”.
In addition, your vehicle has “dual stage” frontal air
bags, which adjust the amount of restraint according to
crash severity. For moderate frontal impacts, these
air bags inflate at a level less than full deployment.
For more severe frontal impacts, full deployment occurs.
If
the front of your vehicie goes straight into a wall
that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level
for the reduced deployment is about
10
to 16 mph
(18
to 26 km/h), and the threshold level for a full
deployment is about 18 to
24
mph (29 to
38.5
km/h).
The threshold level can vary, however, with specific
vehicle design, so that it can be somewhat above
or below this range.
If your vehicle strikes something that will move or
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.
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bag. See Air Bag Systems in the index. Side impact air
bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe
side crashes.
A
side impact air bag will inflate
if
the crash severity is above the system’s designed
‘threshold level’. The threshold level can vary with
specific vehicle design. Side impact air bags are not
designed to inflate in frontal or near-frontal impacts,
rollovers or rear impacts, because inflation would not
help the occupant.
A
side impact air bag will only deploy
on
the side of the vehicle that is struck.
In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air
bag should have inflated simply because of the damage
to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were.
For frontal air bags, inflation is determined by the angle
of
the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down
in frontal and near-frontal impacts. For side impact
air bags, inflation is determined by the location
and severity of the impact.
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What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?
In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing
system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For both
frontal and side impact air bags, the sensing system
triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates
the air bag. The inflator, the air bag and related hardware
are all part of the air bag modules. Frontal air bag
modules are located inside the steering wheel and
instrument panel. For vehicles with side impact air bags,
the air bag modules are located in the seatback closest
to
the driver’s and/or right front passenger’s door.
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How Does an
Air
Bag Restrain?
In moderate
to
severe frontal or near frontal collisions,
even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel
or the instrument panel. In moderate
to
severe side
collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside
of the vehicle. The air bag supplements the protection
provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of
the impact more evenly over the occupant’s
upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually.
But the frontal air bags would not help you in many
types of collisions, including rollovers, rear impacts, and
many side impacts, primarily because an occupant’s
motion is not toward the air bag. Side impact air bags
would not help you in many types of collisions,
including frontal or near frontal collisions, rollovers, and
rear impacts, 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.
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After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates,
so
quickly
that some people may not even realize the air bag
inflated. Some components of the air bag module will be
hot for a short time. These components include the
steering wheel hub for the driver’s frontal air bag and the
instrument panel for the right front passenger’s frontal
air bag. For vehicles with side impact air bags, the side
of the seatback closest to the driver’s and/or right
front passenger’s door
will
be hot. The parts of the bag
that come into contact with you may be warm, but
not too hot to touch. There will be some smoke and dust
coming from the vents in the deflated air bags. Air bag
inflation doesn’t prevent the driver from seeing or
being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it stop people
from leaving the vehicle.
When an air bag inflates,
t..-.-
is
dust
in
the
air. This dust could cause breathing problems
for people with a history of asthma or other
breathing trouble. To avoid
this,
everyone in
the vehicle should get out as soon as
it
is
safe
to do
so.
If you have breathing problems
but
can’t get out of the vehicle after an air bag
inflates, then get fresh air by opening a
window or a door.
If
you experience breathing
problems following an air bag deployment,
you should seek medical attention.
Your vehicle has a feature that will automatically unlock
the doors and turn the interior lamps on when the air
bags inflate
(if
battery power is available). You can lock
the doors again and turn the interior lamps
off
by
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In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag,
windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.
Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the
right front passenger air bag.
0
Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After an
air bag inflates, you’ll need some new parts for
your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air
bag system won’t be there to help protect you
in another crash. A new system will include air bag
modules and possibly other parts. The service
manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace
other parts.
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic frontal
sensor, which helps the sensing system distinguish
between a moderate frontal impact and a more
severe frontal impact. Your vehicle is also 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. See your dealer
for service.
Notice:
If you damage the covering for the driver’s
or the right front passenger’s air bag, or the air
bag covering on the driver’s and right front
passenger’s seatback, the bag may not work
properly. You may have to replace the air bag
module in the steering wheel, both the air bag
module and the instrument panel for the right front
passenger’s air bag, or both the air bag module
and seatback for the driver’s and right front
passenger’s side impact air bag.
Do
not open or
break the air bag coverings.
1-60
Vehicle
Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced,
There are parts
of
the air bag systems
in
several places
around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service
manual have information about servicing your vehicle
and the air bag systems. To purchase a service manual,
see
Service Publications Ordering Information
on
page
7-
IO.
For ub
Lo
10
secon,, after the ignition key
is
turned
off
and the battery
is
disconnected,
an air bag can still inflate during improper
service. You can be injured if you are close
to
an air bag when
it
inflates. Avoid yellow
connectors. They are probably part of the air
bag system. Be sure to follow proper service
procedures, and make sure the person
performing work for you is qualified to do
so.
The air bag systems do not need regular maintenance.
1-61
Section
L
3
Features
and
Controls
Keys
...............................................................
2.2
Remote Keyless Entry System
.........................
2.4
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
...........
2.5
Doors and Locks
.............................................
2.9
Door Locks
....................................................
2.9
Central Door Unlocking System
.....................
-2-1
0
Power Door Locks
.......................................
-2-1
0
Door Ajar Reminder
.....................................
-2-1
0
Delayed Locking
...........................................
2.10
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
..............
2.11
Rear Door Security Locks
..............................
2-13
Lockout Protection
........................................
2.13
Leaving Your Vehicle
....................................
2.14
Trunk
..........................................................
2.14
Windows
........................................................
2.16
Power Windows
............................................
2-17
Sun Visors
...................................................
2.17
Theft-Deterrent Systems
..................................
2.18
Content Theft-Deterrent
.................................
2.18
FAaa-Key-
iii
..............................................
2-iY
PASS-Key@
Ill
Operation
...............................
2.20
New Vehicle Break-In
....................................
2-22
Ignition Positions
..........................................
2.22
Starting Your Engine
.....................................
2.24
Engine Coolant Heater
..................................
2.25
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Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
................
2.22
Automatic Transaxle Operation
.......................
2.26
Parking Brake
..............................................
2.29
Shifting Into Park (P)
.....................................
2-30
Shifting Out of Park (P)
.................................
2-32
Parking Over Things That Burn
.......................
2-33
Engine Exhaust
............................................
2-33
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
.......
2-34
Mirrors
...........................................................
2-35
Manual Rearview Mirror
.................................
2-35
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
................
2-35
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
Compass
.............................................
2-36
Outside Power Mirror
....................................
2-38
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror
.....................
2-38
Outside Convex Mirror
...................................
2-39
Outside Automatic Dimming Heated Mirror
........
2-39
Onstar@ System
.............................................
2-40
HomeLink@ Transmitter
...................................
2-42
Programming the HomeLink@ Transmitter
........
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Siorage
Areas
2-4
1
Glove Box
...................................................
2-47
Center Console Storage Area
.........................
2-47
Convenience Net
..........................................
2-47
Sunroof
........................................................
-2-48
Vehicle Personalization
...................................
2-49
Memory Seat and Mirrors
..............................
2-49
-
.-
................................................
2-1
If
your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, you must
program this feature using it. See
Driver
information
Center (DIC) on page
3-47.
If
your vehicle is not equipped with the DIC, do the
following to change to another mode:
1.
Close all the doors and turn the ignition on.
Keep all doors closed throughout this procedure.
2.
Press and hold LOCK on the driver’s power door
lock switch throughout this procedure.
All
the
doors will lock.
3.
Press the trunk button on the transmitter. The
security feedback wiii remain in its current mode.
The horn will chirp as feedback.
4.
Press the trunk button again. Each time the trunk
button is pressed, the security feedback will
advance to the next mode, and the horn will chirp.
5.
Release the power door lock switch. The security
feedback will remain in the most current mode
selected.
To verify the mode selected; remove the key from the
ignition and close all of the doors after you’ve exited the
vehicle. Press the lock button
on
the transmitter to be
verified and confirm the appropriate feedback.
Repeat with the unlock button.
Matching Transmitter(s) to
Your
Vehicle
Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to
prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.
If
a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can
be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring
any remaining transmitters with you when you go to
your
dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement
transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters
must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the
new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock
your vehicle. Each vehicle can have a maximum of four
transmitters matched to it.
See your dealer to have additional transmitters matched
to
your vehicle.
This
prQcedL!re
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ch2nges
the
MAdC1
f9r
the
transmitter used to change this setting.
2-7
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless
entry transmitter should last about four years.
You can tell the battery is weak
if
the transmitter won’t
work at the normal range in any location.
If
you have
to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works,
it’s probably time to change the battery.
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.
To replace the battery,
do
the following:
1.
Insert a coin, or similar object, into the notch near
the key ring. Turn it counterclockwise to separate
the two halves of the transmitter.
2.
Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil
eraser to remove the
old
battery.
Do
not use a
metal object.
3.
Remove and replace the battery as the instructions
inside the cover indicate. Use one Duracell@
battery, type
DL-2032,
or a similar type.
no moisture can enter.
4. Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be sure
5.
Check the operation of the transmitter
2-8
The delayed locking feature can be turned on or off.
If your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, you must use it
to program this feature. See
Driver Information Center
(DIC) on
page
3-47.
To turn the feature on, do the following:
1.
Close all the doors and turn the ignition on.
Keep all doors closed throughout this procedure.
2.
Press and hold LOCK on the driver’s power door
lock switch throughout this procedure. All the
doors will lock.
3. Press the unlock button on the transmitter. The lock
delay is still off and
all
doors will remain locked.
4.
Press the unlock button on the transmitter again.
5.
Release the power door lock switch.
Lock delay is now active and all doors will unlock.
This procedure only changes the mode for the
transmitter used to change this setting.
Close the doors and turn on the ignition. Every time you
move the shift lever out of PARK (P), all of the doors will
lock. And, every time you stop and move the shift lever
into PARK (P), the doors will unlock. If someone needs to
get out while you’re not in PARK (P), have that person
use the manual door lock control or power door lock
switch. When the door is closed again, it will not lock
automatically.
If
you need to lock the doors before shifting
out of PARK (P), use the manual door lock control or
power door lock switch.
Personalization Programming
You
can program the automatic door locks feature to
change to the following modes:
Mode
0:
No
automatic door lock or unlock.
Mode
1:
All doors automatically lock when shifted out
of PARK (P).
No
automatic door unlock.
Mode
2:
All
doors automatically lock when shifted out
of PARK
(P).
Only the driver’s door automatically
unlocks when shifted into PARK
(P).
2-1 1
Your vehicle is equipped
with rear door security
locks that prevent
passengers from opening
the rear doors of your
vehicle from the inside.
To use one of these locks, do the following:
1.
Open the rear door you want to lock.
2.
Move the lever located on the inside door edge,
all the way up to the lock symbol.
3.
Close the door.
The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from
the inside when this feature is in use.
To open a rear door when the security lock is on,
do the following:
1.
Unlock the door.
2. Open the door from the outside.
If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or
older children who ride in the rear seat won’t be able
to
open the rear door from the inside. You should let
adults and older children know how these security locks
work, and how to cancel the locks.
To cancel the rear door lock, do the following:
1.
Unlock and open the door from the outside.
2.
Move the lever all the way down to the unlock
3.
Do
the same for the other rear door.
The rear door locks will now work normally.
symbol.
Lockout Protection
The power door locks will not work
if
the kev is in the
ignition and a door is open. You can override this feature
by holding the driver’s side power door lock switch for
more than three seconds.
2-1
3
Leaving Your Vehicle
If
you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your
door and set the locks from the inside. Then get out and
close the door. Or, press the lock button on the remote
keyless entry transmitter after shutting the doors.
If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent system, see
Content
Theft-Deterrent on
page
2-
18.
Trunk
It
can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid
open because carbon monoxide
(CO)
gas can
come into your vehicle. You can’t see or
smell CO.
It
can cause unconsciousness and
even death. If you must drive with the trunk
lid
CAUTION: (Continued)
open or if electrical wiring or other cable
connections must pass through the seal
between the body and the trunk lid:
Make sure all other windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed and select the
control setting that will force outside air
into your vehicle. See “Climate Controls”
in the Index.
instrument panel, open them all the way.
If you have air outlets on or under the
See “Engine Exhaust’’
in
the Index.
Trunk
Lock
Release
To
unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the master
key and turn it clockwise.
2-1
4
The TRUNK release button
is located on the driver’s
door trim map pocket.
Push this button to open the trunk. The transaxle must
be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL
(N)
for the remote
trunk release button to work.
To
lock the trunk from inside your vehicle, insert the
master key and turn it clockwise to LOCK. The VALET
key will not work in this procedure.
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runk Securiiy Gverriae
The remote keyless entry transmitter
will
unlock the
trunk even
if
the trunk release lockout switch is in LOCK.
Notice:
The emergency trunk release handle
is
not
designed to be used to tie down the trunk
lid
or
as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk.
Improper use
of
the emergency trunk release
handle could damage it.
There
is
a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release
handle located near the trunk latch. This handle
will
glow
following exposure to light. Pull the release handle up
to open the trunk from the inside.
2-1
5
Windows
Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows
closed
is
dangerous.
A
child can be overcome
by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent
injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never
leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with
the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
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the P,UTC?
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again.
TG
partially open the
window, pull the AUTO control back slightly. To raise
the window, push and hold the AUTO control forward.
Window Lock Out
Press the
LOCK
button on the driver’s door armrest to
disable all passenger window controls. The driver’s
window controls will still be operable.
If
you have
a Driver Information Center (DIC), you can also set the
control to only lock out the rear window controls.
See
Driver Information Center (DIC) on page
3-47.
Press the
LOCK
button again to allow passengers to use
their window controls.
Sun
Visors
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror
When you open the cover to the passenger’s visor
vanity mirror, the lamp
will
turn on.
Your vehicle may also have a lighted driver’s visor
vanity mirror.
Dual Sun Visor
If
your vehicle has this feature, each visor has two
parts,
so
that both the windshield and door glass can be
shaded at the same time. To use the dual sun visors,
flip the first visor down and turn
it
toward the window.
Then, flip the second visor down toward the windshield.
The power window controls located on the driver’s door
armrest operate each of the windows while the ignition is
on
or
while Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
In addition, each passenger door has a control for its own
Ignition Positions on page
2-22
for more information.
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The driver’s and front passenger’s windows have an
express-down feature. Pull the AUTO control back
all
the way; release
it
and the window will lower
automatically. To stop the window from lowering,
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7
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
I
Your vehicle may have a
content theft-deterrent
alarm system. With this
SECURITY
I
system, the SECURITY
light will flash as you
open the door
(if
your
ignition is
off).
This light reminds you to activate the content
theft-deterrent system when leaving your vehicle.
To activate the system, do the following:
1.
2.
3.
Open the door.
Lock the door with the power door lock switch
or with the remote keyless entry transmitter.
The SECURITY light should come on and stay on.
Close all doors. The SECURITY light should go
off
after about
30
seconds. The alarm
is
not armed
until the SECURITY light goes
off.
If
a door is opened without the key or remote keyless
entry transmitter, the alarm will go
off.
Your vehicle’s
lamps will flash and the horn will sound for
30
seconds.
The lamps and horn will then turn
off
to save battery
power.
Remember, the content theft-deterrent system won’t
activate
if
you lock the doors with a key or use the
manual door lock. It activates only
if
you use a power
door lock switch with a door open, or with the remote
keyless entry transmitter. You should also remember
that you can start your vehicle with the correct ignition
key
if
the alarm has been set
off.
Here’s how to avoid setting
off
the alarm by accident:
If you don’t want to activate the theft-deterrent
system, the vehicle should be locked with the door
key after the doors are closed.
Always unlock a door with a key, or use the remote
keyless entry transmitter. Unlocking a door any
other way will set off the alarm.
If you set off the alarm by accident, unlock the driver’s
door with your key. You can also turn off the alarm
by pressing the unlock button on the remote keyless
entry transmitter. The alarm won’t stop
if
you try
to unlock a door any other way.
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8
PASS-Key@
111
Operation
Your vehicle is equipped
with the PASS-Key@
Ill
(Personalized Automotive
Security System)
theft-deterrent system.
PASS-Key@
Ill
is a passive
theft-deterrent system.
This means you don’t have
to do anything different
to arm or disarm the
system. It works when you
insert or remove the key
from the ignition.
When the PASS-Key@
Ill
system senses that someone
is using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s
starter and fuel systems. The starter will not work and
fuel will stop being delivered to the engine. Anyone
using a trial-and-error method to start the vehicle will be
discouraged because of the high number of electrical
key codes.
When trying to start the vehicle,
if
the engine does not
start and the
SECURITY
light comes on, the key
may have a damaged transponder. Turn the ignition
off
and try again.
If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to
be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time,
you may also want to check the fuse. See
fuses
and
Circuit
Breakers
on
page
5-90.
If the engine still
does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs
service. If your vehicle does start, the first key may be
faulty. See your dealer who can service the
PASS-Key@
Ill
to have a new key made.
It is possible for the PASS-Key@
Ill
decoder to learn
the transponder value of a new or replacement key.
Up to
10
additional keys may be programmed for
the vehicle. This procedure is for programming additional
keys only.
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Starting and Operating
Your Vehicle
New
Vehicle
Break-In
Notice:
Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate
“break-in.” But
it
will perform better
in
the long run
if you follow these guidelines:
Don’t drive at any one speed
-
fast or
slow
-
for the first
500
miles
(805
km).
Don’t make full-throttle starts.
Avoid making hard stops for the first
200
miles
(322
km) or
so.
During
this
time your new
brake linings aren’t yet broken in. Hard stops
with new linings can mean premature wear and
earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in
guideline every time you get new brake linings.
Don’t tow a trailer during break-in. See “Towing
a Trailer” in the Index for more information.
Ignition Positions
With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it
to
five
different positions.
(A) ACCESSORY: This position lets you use your
electrical accessories such
as
power windows, power
sunroof (if equipped), radio and the windshield wipers.
To use, push in the ignition key and turn it toward
you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it
was before you inserted the key.
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(B)
LOCK:
This
is
the
on!y
position
in
which you ca::
remove the key. This position locks your ignition,
steering wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft-deterrent
feature.
Notice:
If
your key seems stuck in LOCK and you
can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct
key;
if
so,
is it all the way in?
If
it is, then turn the
steering wheel left and right while you turn the key
hard. Turn the key only with your hand. Using
a
tool to force it could break the key or the ignition
switch.
If
none
of
these works, then your vehicle
needs service.
(C)
OFF:
This position lets you turn
off
the engine but
still turn the steering wheel.
It
doesn’t lock the
steering wheel like
LOCK
and it doesn’t send any
electrical power to the accessories. The instrument
panel cluster will remain powered in
LOCK
to illuminate
the gear shift indicator. The cluster will also activate
the parking brake light when the parking brake is
set. Use
OFF
if
you must have your vehicle in motion
while the engine is not running.
(D)
RUN:
This
is
the
pasition
?he
switch returns to after
you start your engine and release the switch. This is
also the position for normal driving. Even when the
engine is not running, you can use
RUN
to operate your
electrical accessories and to display some instrument
panel warning lights.
(E)
START:
This position starts your engine.
When
the
engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch
will return
to
RUN
for normal driving.
Key Reminder Warning
If
you leave your key in
OFF,
you will hear
a
warning
chime when you open the driver’s door.
Always leave your key in LOCK while the engine is
off.
If
you leave it in any other position, you will drain
your battery power.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
After you turn the ignition
off
and remove the key, you will
still have power to such accessories as the power
wlndows, audio steering wheel controls (if equipped),
clock, sunroof (if equipped) and the radio for up to
10
minutes. The instrument panel cluster lights will stay
on for a few seconds, then will go out. Once you open a
door, the power will shut off.
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Starting Your Engine
Move your shift lever to PARK
(P)
or NEUTRAL (N).
Your engine won’t start in any other position
-
that’s a
safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving,
use NEUTRAL
(N)
only.
Nofice:
Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your
vehicle
is
moving. If you do, you could damage
the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your
vehicle
is
stopped.
1.
With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your
ignition key to START. When the engine starts,
let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as
your engine gets warm.
Notice:
Holding your key
in
START for longer than
15
seconds at a time will cause your battery to
be drained much sooner. And the excessive
heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about
15
seconds between each try to help avoid draining
your battery or damaging your starter.
2.
If
it doesn’t start within
10
seconds, hold your key in
START for about
10
seconds at a time until your
engine starts. Wait about
15
seconds between
each try.
stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline.
Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor and holding it there as you hold the key in
START for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts
briefly but then stops again, do the same thing.
This time keep the pedal down for five or six
seconds to clear the extra gasoline from the engine.
After waiting about 15 seconds, repeat the normal
starting procedure.
Notice:
Your engine is designed to work with the
electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical
parts or accessories, you could change the way the
engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment,
check with your dealer.
If
you don’t, your engine
might not perform properly.
3.
If
your engine still won’t start (or starts but then
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Automatic
Transaxle Operation
Your automatic transaxle has
a
shift lever located on
the steering column.
PARK
(P):
This
position
locks
your front wheels.
It’s
the best position to use when you start your engine
because your vehicle can’t move easily.
It
is
dangerous to get out of your vehicle if
tne
shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the
parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll.
Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is
running unless you have
to.
If you have left
the engine running, the vehicle can move
suddenly. You or others could be injured.
To
be sure your vehicle won’t move, even
when you’re on fairly level ground, always set
your parking brake and move the shift lever to
PARK (P). See “Shifting Into Park
(P)”
in the
Index. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a
Trailer”
in
the Index.
2-26
AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE
(@
):
This position is for
normal driving.
If
you need more power for passing,
and you’re:
Going less than about
35
mph
(55
km/h), push your
Going about
35
mph
(55
km/h) or more, push the
accelerator pedal about halfway down.
accelerator all the way down.
You’ll shift down
to
the next gear and have more power.
THIRD
(3):
This position is also used for normal
driving, however, it offers more power and lower fuel
economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE
(a).
Here are some times you might choose THIRD
(3)
instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE
(@
):
When driving on hilly, winding roads.
When towing a trailer,
so
there is less shifting
When going down a steep hill
between gears.
SECOND
(2):
This position gives you more power but
lower fuel economy than THIRD
(3).
You
can use
SECOND
(2)
on hills.
It
can help control your speed as
you go down steep mountain roads, but then you
would also want
to
use your brakes off and on.
Notice:
Don’t drive
in
SECOND
(2)
for more than
5
miles
(8
km),
or
at
speeds over
55
mph
(90
km/h),
or you can damage your transaxle. Use AUTOMATIC
OVERDRIVE
(@
)
or THIRD
(3)
as much as possible.
Don’t shift into SECOND
(2)
unless you are going
slower than
65
mph
(105
km/h), or you can damage
your engine.
FIRST
(1):
This position gives you even more power
but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can use
it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud.
If
the
shift lever is put in FIRST
(I),
the transaxle won’t shift
into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
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.
2-28
Shifting
Into
Pa:rk
(P)
--
It
can be dangerous
to
get out of your vehicle
if the shift lever is not fully
in
PARK
(P)
with
the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can
roll. If you have left the engine running, the
vehicle can move suddenly. You or others
could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t
move, even when you’re on fairly level ground,
use the steps that follow. If you’re pulling a
trailer, see “Towing a Trailer”
in
the Index.
1.
Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and
2.
Move the shift lever into
PARK
(P)
like this:
set the parking brake.
Pull the lever toward
you.
2-30
Move the lever up as far as it will go.
3.
Turn the ignition key to
LOCK.
4.
Remove the key and take it with you.
If
you can
leave your vehicle with the ignition key
in
your
hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Engine Running
It
can be dangerous to leave your
1
licle with
the engine running. Your vehicle could move
suddenly if the shift lever is not fully
in
PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
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.
If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine
running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and
your parking brake is firmly set before you leave
it.
After Vou’ve moved the shift lever into PARK (P), hold
the regular brake pedal down. Then, see
if
you can
move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without first
pulling it toward you.
If
you can, it means that the
shift lever wasn’t fully locked into PARK (P).
2-3
1
Torque
Lock
If
you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your
transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the
vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl
in
the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift
lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.”
To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then
shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the
driver’s seat. To find out how, see
Shifting
lnto
Park
(P)
on page
2-30.
When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of
PARK (P)
before
you release the parking brake.
If
torque lock does occur, you may need to have another
vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the
pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle,
so
you
can pull the shift lever out of PARK
(P).
Shifting Out of Park
(P)
Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock
control system. You have to fully apply your regular
brake before you can shift from PARK
(P)
when
the ignition is in RUN. See
Automatic Transaxle
Operation on page
2-26.
If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on
the shift lever then push the shift lever
all
the way
into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application.
Then move the shift lever into the gear you want.
If
you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift
out of PARK (P), try this:
1.
Turn the key to
OFF.
Open and close the driver’s
door to turn
off
the RAP feature.
2.
Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step
4.
3.
Shift to NEUTRAL (N).
4.
Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear
you want.
5.
Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can.
2-32
Things that can burn could touch hot ex ust
parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park
aver papers: leaves, dry grass or other things
that can burn.
En,..re exhaust ~ ~
ill.
It
c
ltai 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
0
Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.
0
Your vehicle was damaged
in
a collision.
Your vehicle was damaged when driving
different.
over high points on the road or over
road debris.
Repairs weren’t done correctly.
Your vehicle or exhaust system had been
modified improperly.
If
you ever suspect exhaust
is
coming into
your vehicle:
Drive
it
only with all the windows down to
Have your vehicle fixed immediately.
blow out any
CO;
and
2-33
Running
Your
Engine
While
You
Are
Parked
It’s better not to park with the engine running. But
if
you
ever have to, here are some things to know.
Idling the engine with the c....late control
system
off
could allow dangerous exhaust into
your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under
“Engine Exhaust.”
Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly
carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even
if the fan is at the highest setting. One place
this can happen is a garage. Exhaust
-
with
CO
-
can come in easily. NEVER park in a
garage with the engine running.
Another closed-in place can be a blizzard.
It
can be dangerous to get out
of
your vehicle
if
the shift lever
is
not fully in PARK (P) with
the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can
roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine
is
running unless you have to.
If
you’ve left
the engine running, the vehicle can move
suddenly. You or others could be injured.
To
be sure your vehicle won’t move, even
when you’re on fairly level ground, always set
your parking brake and move the shift lever
to PARK (P).
Follow
the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t
move. See
Shifting Into Park (P) on page
2-30.
If you are parking on a hill and
if
you’re pulling
a
trailer,
also see
Towing
a
Trailer on
page
4-36.
2-34
Manual Rearview Mirror
When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position,
adjust the mirror
so
you can see clearly behind your
vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up
or down and side to side. The dayhight adjustment
allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from any
headlamps behind you. Push the tab away from
you for daytime use; pull it toward you for night use.
Automatic
Dimming
Rearview Mirror
Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview
mirror. Your vehicle’s mirror may also contain Onstar@
controls. See
Onstat@
System
on
page
2-40
for
more information.
At night, when the glare is too high, the mirror will
gradually darken to reduce glare. This change may
take a few seconds. The mirror will return to its clear
daytime state when the glare is reduced.
Mirror
Operation
AUTO:
Press this button
to
turn on the automatic
dimming feature.
OFF:
Press this button to turn
off
the automatic
dimming feature.
(I,
(On/Off):
For mirrors equipped with Onstar@
controls, press this button to turn on the automatic
dimming feature. To turn
off
automatic dimming,
press this button again.
The indicator light will be illuminated when this feature
is active.
2-35
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with
Compass
Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview
mirror with a compass. Your vehicle’s mirror may also
contain OnStaP controls. See
OnStaP
system
on
page
2-40
for more information.
The mirror also includes an eight-point compass display
in the upper right corner of the mirror face.
When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar
material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray
glass cleaner directly on the mirror
as
that may cause
the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.
Mirror Operation
MIRROR:
Press this button to turn on the automatic
dimming feature. Press it again to turn off the automatic
dimming feature.
(On/Off):
For mirrors equipped with OnStaP
controls, press and hold this button for several seconds
to turn on the automatic dimming feature. Press and
hold
it
again to turn the automatic dimming feature off.
The green indicator light will come on when this
feature
is
active. The automatic dimming feature will be
active each time the vehicle is started.
Compass Operation
COMPASS:
Press this button once to turn the compass
on
or
off.
(On/Off):
For mirrors equipped with OnStap
controls, press this button once to turn the compass
on or
off.
When the ignition and the compass feature are on,
the compass will show two character boxes for
approximately two seconds. After two seconds,
the mirror will display the compass heading.
Compass Calibration
When on, the compass automatically calibrates as the
vehicle is driven.
If,
after two seconds, the display does
not show a compass heading
(N
for North, for example),
there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the
compass. Such interference may be caused by a
magnetic antenna mount, magnetic note pad holder or a
similar magnetic item.
If
the letter
C
should ever appear in
the compass window, the compass may need calibration.
The mirror can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in
circles at
5
mph
(8
km/h) or less until the display reads
a direction.
Mirrors equipped with OnStar@ controls can be placed
in calibration mode by pressing and holding the
on/off button until a
C
is shown in the compass display.
2-36
The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory.
It will be necessary to adjust the compass to
compensate for compass variance if you live outside
zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during
a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to
adjust for compass variance. Compass variance
is
the difference between earth’s magnetic north and true
geographic north.
If
not adjusted
to
account for
compass variance, your compass could give false
readings.
To adjust for compass variance, do the following:
1.
Find your current location and variance zone
number on the following zone map.
2.
Press and hold
COMPASS
(or the
on/off
button for
mirrors equipped with OnStap controls) until a
zone number appears in the display.
3.
Once
a
zone number appears in the display,
press the
COMPASS
button (or the on/off button
for mirrors equipped with OnStap controls) quickly
display. Stop pressing the button and the mirror
will return to normal operation,
If
C
appears in
the compass window, the compass may need
calibration. See “Compass Calibration” explained
previously.
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Outside Power Mirror
I
The controls for the
outside power mirrors are
located on the driver’s
door armrest.
Press the left or right side of the
UR
selector switch
located beneath the control pad to choose the left
or right mirror.
To adjust the mirror, press one of the four arrows
located on the control pad to move the mirror in the
direction you want it to go. When finished adjusting the
mirrors, leave the UR selector switch in the center
position, to prevent unwanted mirror movement in case
the control pad is accidentally bumped while driving.
Adjust each outside mirror so that you can see a little of
your vehicle, and the area behind your vehicle.
The mirrors may also have an arrow that flashes when
the turn signal is used. See
Turn SignaVMultifunction
Lever on page
3-5.
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror
If you have the Memory Seat and Mirrors feature,
the passenger’s outside rearview mirror includes a
tilt-down feature that operates when the shift lever
is in REVERSE (R). This feature assists the driver,
improving rear obstacle detection. When the vehicle is
shifted out of REVERSE (R), the passenger mirror
will return to its original position after a five-second
delay. This delay prevents movement of the mirror
if
multiple gear transitions (REVERSE (R) to AUTOMATIC
OVERDRIVE
(@
)
to REVERSE
(R))
occur during a
parallel parking maneuver. This feature can be
programmed on or off through the personal choice
selection menu. See DIC
Vehicle Personalization
on
page
3-51
for programming instructions.
2-38
Outside
convex
Mirror
Your passenger’s side mirror
is
convex.
A
convex
Heated
Mirror
mirrocs surface is curved so you can see more from
the driver’s seat.
If
you have this feature, the outside driver’s mirror will
adiust for the glare of headlamm behind you. This
feature is controlled using the on and
off
settings on the
automatic dimming rearview mirror. See
Automatic
I
Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2-35.
A
convex mirror can make things (like other When you operate the rear window defogger, the
heated driver’s and passenger’s outside rearview
vehicles) look farther away than they really are. mirrors are warmed
to
help clear them of ice and snow.
If
you cut too sharply into the right lane, you
See
“Rear
Window Defogger” under
Climate Control
could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your
System on page 3-23
or
Dual Automatic Climate Control
inside mirror or glance over your shoulder
System on page
3-26
for more information.
before changing lanes.
2-39
Onstar@
System
Onstar@
Services
Onstar@ provides a number of service plans to closely
meet your needs. Some of the services currently
provided by Onstar@ are:
Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment
Onstat-@ uses global positioning system
(GPS)
satellite
technology, wireless communications, and state of
the art call centers to provide you with a wide range
of
safety, security, information and convenience services.
An Onstar@ subscription plan is included in the price
of your vehicle. You can easily upgrade or extend your
Onstar@ services to meet your personal needs.
A complete Onstar@ user’s guide and the terms and
conditions of the Onstar@ Subscription Service
Agreement are included
in
your Onstar@-equipped
vehicle’s glove box literature. For more information,
visit www.onstar.com, contact Onstar@ at
1
-888-4-ONSTAR
(1
-888-466-7827), or press the blue
OnStap button to speak to an Onstar@ advisor
24
hours
a day,
7
days
a
week.
Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance Stolen Vehicle Tracking
AccidentAssist
Remote Door Unlock
Remote Diagnostics
Onstar@ MED-NET (Requires separate activation
Online and Personal Concierge Services
and annual fee on some plans)
Route Support
RideAssist
Information and Convenience Services
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QnStar@
Personal
Cahg
With Onstar@ Personal Calling, you have a safer way to
stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless
phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place
calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no
contracts, no roaming charges and no access fees.
To find out more about Onstar@ Personal Calling,
refer to the OnStaP owner’s guide in your vehicle’s
glove
box,
or call OnStaP at
1
-888-4-ONSTAR
(1
-888-466-7827).
BnStar*
Virtual
Advisor
With Onstar@ Virtual Advisor you can listen to your
favorite news, entertainment and information topics,
such as traffic and weather reports, stock quotes
and sports scores. You listen to your e-mail through
your vehicle’s speakers, and reply with your hands
on
the wheel and your eyes on the road.
A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required
prior to delivery of OnStaP services and prepaid
calling minutes are also required for Onstar@ Personal
Calling and Onstar@ Virtual Advisor use. Terms and
conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be
found at www.onstar.com.
2-41
HomeLink@
Transmitter
HomeLink@, a combined universal transmitter and
receiver, provides a way to replace up to three
hand-held transmitters used to activate devices such
as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door
locks, security systems and home lighting. Additional
HomeLink@ information can be found on the internet at
www.homelink.com or by calling
1-800-355-351
5.
If
your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink@
Transmitter, it complies with Part
15
of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1)
this device may not cause interference, and
(2)
this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
Changes and modifications to this system by other than
an authorized service facility could void authorization
to use this equipment.
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Transmitter
Do
not use the HomeLink@ Transmitter with any garage
door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse”
feature. This includes any garage door opener model
manufactured before April
1,
1982.
Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as
well as for future HomeLink@ programming. It is also
recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle,
the programmed HomeLink@ buttons should be erased
for security purposes. Refer to “Erasing HomeLink@
Buttons” or, for assistance, contact Homelink@ on
the internet at: www.homelink.com or by calling
1-800-355-351
5.
Be sure that people and objects are clear of the
garage door or gate operator you are programming.
When programming a garage door, it is advised to
park outside of the garage.
It
is recommended that a new battery be installed in
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of
the radio frequency.
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programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to
program up to three channels:
1.
Press and hold down the two outside buttons,
releasing only when the indicator light begins to
flash, after
20
seconds.
Do
not hold down the
buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not
repeat this step to program a second and/or third
transmitter to the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons.
2.
Position the end of your hand-held transmitter about
1 to 3 inches (3 to
8
cm) away from the HomeLink@
buttons while keeping the indicator light in view.
3. Simultaneously press and hold both the desired
button on HomeLink@ and the hand-held transmitter
button.
Do
not release the buttons until Step 4
has been completed.
Some entry gates and garage door openers may
require you to substitute Step 3 with the procedure
noted in “Gate Operator and Canadian
Programming” later in this section.
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4.
The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then
rapidly after HomeLink@ successfully receives the
frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter.
Release both buttons.
5.
Press and hold the newly-trained HomeLink@ button
and observe the indicator light.
If
the indicator light stays on constantly,
programming is complete and your device should
activate when the HomeLink@ button is pressed and
released.
To
program the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons,
begin with Step
2
under “Programming HomeLink@.”
Do
not repeat Step
1
as this will erase all of the
programmed channels.
If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds
and then turns to a constant light, continue with
Steps
6
through
8
following to complete the
programming of a rolling-code equipped device
(most commonly, a garage door opener).
6.
7.
8.
At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head
unit)
in
the garage, locate the “Learn” or ‘Smart”
button. This can usually be found where the hanging
antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit.
Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Smart”
button. The name and color of the button may
vary by manufacturer.
You will have
30
seconds to start Step
8.
Return to the vehicle. Firmly press and hold the
programmed HomeLink@ button for two seconds,
then release. Repeat the press/hold/release
sequence a second time, and depending on the
brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling
code device), repeat this sequence a third time
to complete the programming.
HomeLink@ should now activate your rolling code
equipped device.
To program the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons,
begin with Step 2 of “Programming HomeLink@.”
Do
not repeat Step
1.
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Programming
Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter
signals to “time out” or quit after several seconds
of transmission. This may not be long enough for
HomeLink@ to pick up the signal during programming.
Similarly, some
U.S.
gate operators are manufactured to
“time
out”
in the same manner.
If
you live in Canada, or you are having difficulty
programming a gate operator by using the
“Programming HomeLink@” procedures (regardless of
where you live), replace Step
3
under “Programming
HomeLink@’ with the following:
Continue to press and hold the HomeLink@ button while
you press and release every two seconds (cycle)
your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal
has been successfully accepted by HomeLink@.
The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then
rapidly. Proceed with Step
4
under “Programming
HomeLink@”
to
complete.
Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink@ button for
at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on
while the signal
is
being transmitted.
Erasing HomeLink@ Buttons
To
erase programming from the three buttons do the
following:
1.
Press and hold down the two outside buttons until
the indicator light begins
to
flash, after
20
seconds.
2.
Release both buttons.
Do
not hold for longer than
30
seconds.
HomeLink@ is now in the train (learning) mode and
can be programmed at any time beginning with Step
2
under “Programming HomeLink@.”
Individual buttons can not be erased, but they can be
reprogrammed. See “Reprogramming a Single
HomeLink@ Button” next.
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Reprogramming a Single
HomeLink@ Button
To
program a device to HomeLink@ using a HomeLink@
button previously trained, follow these steps:
1.
Press and hold the desired HomeLink@ button.
Do not release the button.
2.
The indicator light will begin to flash after
20
seconds. While still holding the HomeLink@
button, proceed with Step
2
under “Programming
HomeLink@.”
Resetting Defaults
To
reset HomeLink@ to default settings do the following:
1.
Hold down the two outside buttons for about
20
seconds until the indicator light begins to flash.
2.
Continue to hold both buttons until the HomeLink@
indicator light turns
off.
3,
Release both buttons.
For questions or comments, contact HomeLink@ at
1-800-355-3515,
or on the internet at
www.homelink.com.
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Section
3
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview
....
........
3.2
Hazard Warning Flashers
................................
3.3
Other Warning Devices
...................................
3.4
Horn
.............................................................
3.4
Tilt Wheel
.....................................................
3.4
Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever
.........................
3.5
Exterior Lamps
.............................................
3.12
interior Lamps
..............................................
3.15
Head-Up Display (HUD)
.................................
3.19
Accessory Power Outlets
...............................
3.21
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
........................
3.22
Climate Controls
............................................
3.23
Climate Control System
.................................
3.23
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
...........
3.26
Outlet Adjustment
.........................................
3.30
Steering Wheel Climate Controls
....................
-3-30
Climate Controls Personalization
.....................
3.31
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
.............
3.32
Instrument Panel Cluster
................................
3.33
Speedometer and Odometer
...........................
3.35
Tachometer
.................................................
3.35
Safety Belt Reminder Light
.............................
3-36
Air Bag Readiness Light
................................
3-36
Battery Warning Light
....................................
3.37
Brake System Warning Light
..........................
3-38
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
.............
3.39
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light
......
3.39
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
..................
3.40
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
.............................
3.41
Oil Pressure Light
.........................................
3-44
Security Light
...............................................
3-45
Cruise Control bight
......................................
3-45
Service Vehicle Soon Light
.........................
3-45
Fuel Gage
................................
............
3-46
Driver Information Center (DIC)
.......................
3-47
DIC Controls and Displays
.............................
3.47
DIC Warnings and Messages
.........................
3-50
DIC Vehicle Personalization
...........................
-3-51
Audio System(s)
.............................................
3-57
Setting the Time
...........................................
3.57
Radio with CD
..............................................
3-58
Radio with Cassette and CD
..........................
3-65
Trunk-Mounted CD Changer
...........................
3.77
Personal Choice Radio Controls
......................
3-81
Theft-Deterrent Feature
..................................
3-82
Huaio Steering vvneei Conirois
3-UL
Understanding Radio Reception
.....................
-3-83
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
.................
3-84
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.......................
Care of Your CDs
.........................................
3-85
Care of Your CD Player
................................
3-85
Diversity Antenna System
..............................
3-85
XM Satellite Radio Antenna System
................
3-86
Chime Level Adjustment
............................
3-86
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The main components
of
your
instrument
pane!
are
the
following:
A. Air Outlets
B. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons (If Equipped)
C. Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever
B.
Steering Wheel Controls
(if
Equipped)
E. Hazard Warning Flashers
F.
Instrument Panel Cluster
G. Traction Control Button (If Equipped)
H. Exterior Lamp Buttons
I.
Head-Up Display (HUD) Controls
(If
Equipped)
J.
Hood
Release
K.
Parking Brake
L. Cruise Controls
M.
Audio System
N.
Climate Controls
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The hazard warning
flasher button is located
on top of the steering
column.
Horn
Press the center area of the steering wheel to sound
the horn.
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. To turn the flashers
off,
press
the button again.
When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn
signals won’t work.
Other Warning Devices
If
you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at
the side of the road about
300
feet
(100
m) behind your
vehicle.
Tilt Wheel
A
tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel
before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest
level to give your legs more room when you exit
and enter the vehicle.
The lever that allows you
to
tilt the steering wheel is
located on the left side of the steering column.
To
tilt the wheel, hold the
wheel and pull the lever
toward you. Then move the
wheel to a comfortable
position and release
the lever to lock the
wheel in place.
3-4
Turn
Signal/Multidunction
Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes the following:
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
Headlamp
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Flash-To-Pass
Windshield Wipers
Windshield Washer
For more information on exterior lamps, see
Exterior
Lamps
on
page
3-72.
Turn
and
Lane-Change
Signals
To
signal a turn, move the lever on the left side of the
steering wheel all the way up or down. The lever returns
automatically when the turn is complete.
An arrow on the instrument
panel cluster will flash in
the direction of the
turn or lane change.
If
your vehicle is equipped with the Head-Up Display
(HUD), an arrow will also appear in the display area
to indicate the direction of the turn or lane change.
See
Head-Up Display
(HUD)
on
page
3-79
for more
information.
You may
also
have an arrow in the outside mirror that
flashes when the turn signal is used. See
Outside Power
Mirror
on
pace
2-38
for
more information.
Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash
to signal a lane change. Hold it there until the lane
change is complete.
If
the arrows flash very fast as you signal a turn or a
lane change, a signal bulb may be burned out and other
drivers won’t see your turn signal.
3-5
If a bulb
is
burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident.
If
the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal
a turn, check the fuse. See
Fuses
and
Circuit
Breakers
on
page
5-90.
Turn
Signal
On
Chime
If
your turn signal is left on for more than
0.8
miles
(1
-3
km),
a
chime will sound at each flash of the turn
signal. To turn off the chime, move the turn signal lever
to the
off
position.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam
or high beam
to
low beam, pull the turn signal lever
toward you and release it.
When the high beams are
on, this light located on the
instrument panel cluster
will also be on.
If
your vehicle is equipped with the Head-Up Display
(HUD),
this symbol will also appear in the display area to
indicate the high beams are on. See
Head-Up Display
(HUD)
on
page
3-79
for more information.
Flash-To-Pass
This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to
signal the driver in front
of
you that you want to pass.
It works even
if
your headlamps are
off.
Pull
the turn signal lever toward you briefly to
flash-to-pass.
If the headlamps are off or on low beam, the high-beam
headlamps will turn
on.
They’ll stay on as long as
you hold the lever toward you and the high-beam
indicator on the instrument panel cluster will come on.
3-6
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the
band marked
WIPER.
If
your windshield wipers are on for more than six
instrument panel cluster backlighting and taillamps will
turn on.
For
more information see "Wiper Activated
Headlamps" under
Exterior
Lamps
on
page
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to turn the wipers off.
MIST:
For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST.
Hold
it
there until the wipers start, then let
go.
The
wipers will stop after one cycle.
If
you want more cycles,
hold the band on MIST longer.
LO
(Low Speed): Turn the band to
LO
for steady
wiping at a slow speed.
HI
(High
Speed): Turn the band to HI for steady wiping
at a high speed.
The wiper speed may be set for
a
long or short delay
between wipes. Turn the band to choose the delay time.
The closer to
LO,
the shorter the delay.
Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor.
A
circuit breaker will stop the motor until it
cools.
Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload.
Keep in mind that damaged wiper blades may prevent
you from seeing well enough to drive safely.
To
avoid
damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper
blades before usinq them. If your blades do become
damaged, get new blades
or
blade inserts.
3-7
RainsenseTM
II
Wipers
If
your vehicle has this feature, the moisture sensor is
mounted on the interior of the windshield below the
rearview mirror and
is
used
to
automatically operate
the wipers. This system operates by monitoring
the amount of moisture build-up on the windshield.
Wipes occur as needed to clear the windshield
depending on the driving conditions and the sensitivity
setting. In light rain or snow, fewer wipes will occur.
In heavy rain or snow, wipes will occur more frequently.
The system will operate in the delay, low speed and
high speed modes.
If
the system is left on for long
periods of time, occasional wipes may occur without
any moisture on the windshield. This is normal and
indicates that the RainsenseTM system is active.
The RainsenseTM system is activated by turning the
wiper control band to one of the five sensitivity levels
within the delay area. The delay position closest to
OFF/MIST is the lowest sensitivity setting, level one.
The highest sensitivity setting, level five, is closest to the
LO
position.
A
single wipe will occur each time you turn
the wiper control band
to
a higher sensitivity level to
indicate that the sensitivity level has been increased.
Notice:
The wipers must be turned
off
when
going through a car wash
to
avoid damage.
The
MIST
and wash cycles operate as normal and
are not affected by the RainsenseTM function.
The system can be overridden at any time by manually
changing the wiper control
to
LO or
HI
speed.
Notices
Do
not place stickers or other items on
the exterior glass surface directly in front of
the rainsensor. Doing this could cause the
rainsensor to malfunction.
Windshield Washer
At
the top of the turn signaVmultifunction lever, there’s a
paddle with the word
PUSH
on it. To spray washer fluid
on the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will clear
the window and either stop or return
to
your preset speed.
For more washer cycles, push and hold the paddle.
In freezing weather, don’t use
I
lr
washer
until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the
washer fluid can form ice on the windshield,
blocking your vision.
Ice build up can block washer nozzles. Remove ice for
proper operation.
See
Windshield Washer Fluid
on
page
5-39
for more
information.
3-8
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise
Control
There are two ways to go to a higher speed:
Use the accelerator pedal
to
get to the higher
speed. Press the SET/COAST switch, then release
it and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at
the higher speed.
Press the RESUME/ACCEL switch. Hold it there until
you get up to the speed you want, and then release
it. (To increase your speed in very small amounts,
briefly press the RESUME/ACCEL switch and then
release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go
about
1
mph
(1.6
km/h) faster.)
The accelerate feature will only work after you have set
the cruise control speed by pressing the SET/COAST
switch.
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise
Control
There are two ways to reduce your speed while using
cruise control:
Press the SETKOAST switch until you reach the
lower speed you want, then release it.
To slow down in very small amounts, push the
SET/COAST switch briefly. Each time you do
this, you’ll go about
1
mph
(1.6
km/h) slower.
Passing
Another
Vehicle
While
Using
Cruise Control
Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed.
When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will
slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier.
Using Cruise Control on Hills
How well your cruise control will work on hills depends
upon your speed, load and the steepness of the
hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step
on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed.
When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to
a lower gear to keep your speed down. Applying the
brake or shifting into a lower gear will take your vehicle
out of cruise control.
If
you need to apply the brake
or shift to
a
lower gear due to the grade of the downhill
slope, you may not want to attempt to use your
cruise control feature.
Ending Cruise Control
There are two ways to turn off the cruise control:
Step lightly on the brake pedal; or
press
ON/OFF.
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Exterior
Lamps
The exterior lamp control
buttons are located to
the left of the steering
pf
(Parking Lamps): Press this button to turn on the
parking lamps, together with the following:
Sidemarker Lamps
Taillamps
License Plate Lamps
Instrument Panel Lights
Wiper Activated Headlamps
This feature turns on the low-beam headlamps,
instrument panel cluster backlighting and taillamps when
the Twilight Sentinel@ is in day mode and after the
windshield wipers have been in use for approximately
six seconds.
To operate the wiper activated headlamps, the Twilight
Sentinel@ must be on.
If
the wiper activated headlamps
are on and the ignition switch is turned
to RUN,
the
wiper activated headlamps will continue. When you turn
the key to
OFF,
the wiper activated headlamps will
immediately turn off. The wiper activated headlamps will
also turn off if you turn off the Twilight Sentinel@ or
the windshield wipers.
Headlamps
On
Reminder
If
you leave the exterior lamp buttons for the headlamps
or parking lamps on, remove the key from the ignition
and open the driver’s door, you will hear a continuous
warning chime. The chime will turn off when the
lamps are turned off.
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(Headlamps):
Press this button to turn on the
headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps
and lights.
3-1
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Daytime
Running
Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps
(DRL)
can make it easier for
others to see the front of your vehicle during the
day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving
conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short
periods after dawn and before swset. Fully functional
daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles
first sold in Canada.
A light sensor on top of the instrument panel monitors
the exterior light level for the operation of DRL and
Twilight Sentinel@
,
so be sure it isn’t covered.
The DRL system will make your high-beam headlamps
turn on at reduced brightness in daylight when the
following conditions are met:
0
The ignition is on,
the exterior lamp button for the headlamps
the transaxle is not
in
PARK (P).
is off and
When it
is
dark enough outside, your low-beam
headlamps will come on. The other lamps that turn on
with your headlamps will also turn on. When it is
bright enough outside, the regular lamps will go off, and
your high-beam headlamps change to the reduced
brightness of DRL.
To turn
off
all exterior lighting at night when you are
parked, turn off the headlamps and move the Twilight
Sentinel@ lever all the way toward
OFF.
The exterior
lamps will turn back on automatically when you move
the transaxle out of PARK
(P).
As
with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamp system when you need it.
Cornering
Lamps
If
your vehicle has this feature, the cornering lamps
come on when the headlamps or parking lamps are on
and you signal a turn with the multifunction lever.
They provide more light for cornering.
3-1
3
Twilight
Sentinel@
Twilight Sentinel@ turns your headlamps on and
off
by
sensing how dark it is outside.
The lever for this feature is
located to the left of the
steering column.
To operate it, leave the exterior lamp button
off.
If
you slide the lever all the way to MAX, your
headlamps will remain on for about three minutes
after you turn
off
your engine. As you slide the lever
toward
OFF,
the headlamps will turn
off
more quickly.
You can change this delay time from only a few seconds
to three minutes.
The exterior lamps can be completely shut
off
while the
vehicle is in PARK (P) by sliding the Twilight Sentinel@
lever all the way to OFF. To turn the exterior lamps
back on, slide the lever toward MAX again, or shift out
of PARK
(P).
Park Lamp Override Feature
If
the Twilight Sentinel@ lighting is active, it can be
disabled by turning on the manual parking lamps.
The lighting will be disabled until the ignition is moved
from
RUN
or until the outside light level becomes
daylight. The outside light level changing to daylight will
cause the Twilight Sentinel@ feature to deactivate.
The wiper-activated headlamps will override the twilight
disable feature.
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Light
Sensor
Your Twilight Sentinel@
and DRL work with the
light sensor located on top
of the instrument panel.
Don’t cover it up.
If
you do, the sensor will read “dark”
and the Twilight Sentinel@ lighting will turn on.
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
If
the exterior lamp button has been left on, the exterior
lamps will turn off approximately
10
minutes after the
ignition is turned to
LOCK
and any door has been
opened. This protects against draining the battery
in
case you have accicientaiiy ieii ine
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lamps on.
If
you need to leave the lamps on for more
than
10
minutes, use the manual control to turn the
lamps back
on
after the ignition
is
turned to LOCK and
any door is opened. To delay the lamps from turning
off,
see “Twilight Sentinel@
”
under
Exterior
Lamps
on
page
3-
12.
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Lamps
Instrument Panel Brightness
The lever for this feature is
located to the left of the
steering column.
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be
adjusted by sliding the INTERIOR lever from
LO
to HI.
The instrument panel lights will be on only while the
parking lamps are on. The interior courtesy lamps can
be turned on by sliding the INTERIOR lever all the
way to HI.
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Courtesy Lamps
If
it is dark enough outside, when any door is opened,
several lamps go on. They make it easy for you to enter
and leave the vehicle. You can also turn these lamps
on by sliding the
INTERIOR
lever all the way to the top.
Entry Lighting
If
it is dark enough outside when you press the
unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter,
the interior courtesy lamps will turn on and stay on
for approximately
40
seconds. The lamps will turn off
immediately by pressing the lock button on the remote
keyless entry transmitter, turning the ignition key to
RUN
or activating the power door locks.
Delayed Entry Lighting
If
it
is
dark enough outside when you open the door,
the interior lamps will turn on. When you close the door
with the ignition
off,
the interior lamps will stay on for
up to
25
seconds or until the ignition is turned to an
on
position. When the lamps turn
off
as a result
of
the
25
second timer or the ignition switch being turned on,
the lighting will deactivate via the theater dimming
effect. Locking the doors will override the delayed entry
lighting feature and the lamps will turn off right away.
Theater Dimming
This
feature allows for a three to five-second fade out of
the courtesy lamps instead
of
immediate turn
off.
Delayed
Exit
Lighting
If it is dark enough outside when you remove the key
from the ignition, the interior lamps will turn on and stay
on for approximately
25
seconds. This will give you
time to find the door pull handle or lock switches. Once
the key is inserted into the ignition the exit lighting
will be cancelled and the lighting
will
fade out.
Perimeter Lighting
If
it is dark enough outside when the unlock button on
the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the
DRL,
parking lamps and back-up lamps
will
come on.
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This feature can be programmed in the on or
off
mode
for each transmitter.
If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information
Center (DIC), you must use
it
to program this feature.
See
Driver hiormation Center (DIC)
on
page
3-47.
To turn the feature
off,
do the following:
1.
Close all the doors and turn the ignition on.
Keep all doors closed throughout this procedure.
2.
Press and hold LOCK on the power door lock switch
throughout this procedure.
Ali
the
doors
will
lock.
3. Press the instant alarm
on
the transmitter. Perimeter
lighting remains on at this time and the horn will
chirp two times.
4.
Press the instant alarm on the transmitter again.
Perimeter lighting is disabled and the horn will
chirp one time.
To
turn the feature on, do the following:
1.
Close all the doors and turn the ignition on.
Keep all doors closed throughout this procedure.
2.
Press and hold LOCK on the power door lock switch
throughout this procedure.
All
the doors will lock.
3.
Press the instant alarm on the transmitter. Perimeter
lighting now remains
off
at this time and the horn
will chirp one time.
4.
Press the instant alarm on the transmitter again.
Perimeter lighting is now enabled and the horn
will chirp two times.
feature is now on.
5.
Release the door lock switch. The perimeter lighting
This procedure only changes the mode for the
transmitter used to change this setting.
5.
Release the door lock switch. The perimeter lighting
fed1It-e
is
now
off.
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Front Reading Lamps
The front reading lamps, located on the headliner,
are turned on or off by pressing one of the buttons
located near each lamp.
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver
This feature is designed to protect your vehicle’s battery
against drainage from the interior lamps, trunk lamp,
glove box lamp, cigarette lighters or garage door opener.
When the ignition is turned
off,
the power
to
these
features will automatically turn off after
10
minutes.
Power will be restored for an additional
10
minutes
if
any door is opened, the trunk is opened or the courtesy
lamp switch is turned on. To restore power back to
the cigarette lighters the ignition must be turned
back to RUN.
Battery Load Management
The battery load management feature is designed
to
monitor the vehicle’s electrical load and determine when
the battery is
in
a heavy discharge condition. During
times of high electrical loading, the engine may idle at a
higher rpm setting than normal
to
make sure the
battery charges. High electrical loads may occur when
several of the following are
on:
headlamps, high beams,
rear window defogger, fan at high speed, heated
seats
(if
equipped) and engine cooling fans.
If your vehicle’s battery remains in a heavy discharge
condition for a long period of time, the fan, rear
defogger, heated seats and heated mirrors
will
be
disabled and the DIC
will
display BATTERY SAVER
ACTIVE. This can happen either under long periods of
idling or low speed driving with high electrical loading,
or in the event
of
a charging system fault.
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If
the HUD image
is
too
bright,
or
too
high
in
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.
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(HUD), you can see some of the driver information that
appears on your instrument panel cluster. The HUD shows these images when they are lighted
The information may be displayed in English or metric
on
the instrument panel cluster.
units and appears as a reflection in the windshield.
The HUD consists of the following information: Be sure to continue scanning your displays, controls
and driving environment just as you would in a vehicle
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panel cluster, ydu may not see something important,
Nofice:
Although the HUD image appears to be
near the front of the vehicle, do not use
it
as
a parking aid. The HUD was not designed for that
purpose.
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you try to use
it
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The HUD controls are located on the instrument panel
to the left of the steering wheel.
1.
Start your engine and slide the HUD dimmer lever
all the way up.
The brightness of the HUD image is determined by
an internal photo-cell, and where you have the
HUD dimmer control set.
3.
Now press the image height adjuster switch to
position the image as low as possible, while still
keeping it in full view.
4.
Slide the dimmer lever downward until the HUD
image is no brighter than necessary.
To
turn the HUD display off, slide the dimmer lever all
the way down.
If the sun comes out and the sky becomes cloudy,
you may need to adjust the HUD brightness using the
dimmer lever. Polarized sunglasses could make the
HUD image harder to see.
To
change the display from English to metric units, push
the ENG/MET button located to the left
of
the steering
column.
Clean the inside of the windshield as necessary to
remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or
clarity of the HUD image.
To
clean the HUD lens, spray household glass cleaner
on a soft, clean cloth. Gently wipe and dry the HUD
lens.
Do
not spray cleaner directly on the lens to avoid
cleaner leaking inside the unit.
2.
Adjust the seat to your driving position. Press the
image height adjuster switch to raise the image as
far as possible.
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If the ignition is on and you can’t see the HUD image,
check to see
if:
0
Something is covering the HUD unit.
The HUD dimmer lever is adjusted properly.
The HUD image is adjusted to the proper height.
e
A
fuse
is
blown. See
Fuses and Circuit Breakers on
page
5-90.
Keep in mind that your windshield is part of the HUD
system.
If
you ever have your windshield replaced,
be sure to get one that is designed for HUD or your
HUD image may look blurred or out of focus.
Accessory Power Outlets
The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in
electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or
CB
radio.
Your vehicle may have up to three power outlets
depending on the type of front seat
you
have.
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your
vehicle has front bucket seats with a center console, you
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Your vehicle may have a small cap that must be pulled
down to access the accessory power outlet.
If
it
does,
when not using the outlet be sure to cover it with
the
protective
cap.
The accessory power outlets will only operate when the
ignition key is
in
RUN
and for
10
minutes after turning
the ignition
off.
If
you would like the outlets to operate
regardless
of
ignition position, and for extended periods
of time, see “Engine Compartment Fuse Block” under
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
on
page
5-90
or contact
your dealer.
Notice: When using an accessory power outlet,
maximum electrical load must not exceed
15
amps.
Always turn
off
any electrical equipment when
not in use. Leaving electrical equipment on for
extended periods will drain your battery.
Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible to
the accessory power outlets and could result
in
blown
vehicle or adapter fuses.
If
you experience a problem
see your dealer for additional information on the
accessory power outlets.
Notice:
Adding some electrical equipment to your
vehicle can damage it or keep other things from
working as they should. This wouldn’t be covered
by
your warranty. Check with your dealer before
adding electrical equipment, and never use anytning
that exceeds the amperage rating.
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When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow
the proper installation instructions included with
the equipment.
Notice:
Power outlets are designed for accessory
plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory
or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of
the power outlet can cause damage not covered
by your warranty.
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
Pull down the front center tray
to
reveal the front
ashtray, cigarette lighter and accessory power outlet.
The front center and rear ashtrays may be removed for
cleaning.
Hold
the sides of the ashtray and then pull
the ashtray up and out.
To
use a lighter, push the center all the way in and let
it go. When it is ready, the center will pop back out
by itself. Pull out the entire unit
to
use it.
Notice:
Don’t hold
a
cigarette lighter in with your
hand while
it
is
heating. If you
do,
it
won’t be able
to back away from the heating element when
it’s
ready. That can make
it
overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
The cigarette lighter will only operate when the ignition
key is in RUN and for
10
minutes after turning the
ignition
off.
If
you would like the lighter
to
operate
regardless
of
ignition position, and for extended periods
of time, see “Engine Compartment Fuse Block” under
Fuses
and
Circuit
Breakers
on
page
5-90
or see
your dealer.
Notice:
Don’t
put
papers or other flammable items
into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes
or
other smoking
materials could ignite them, causing a damaging fire.
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Climate
Controls
Climate Control System
With this system you can control the heating, cooling
and ventilation for your vehicle.
TEMPERATURE: This lever is used to adjust the
temperature of the air coming through the system.
Moving the lever between COOL and WARM will change
the temperature
of
the air coming through your outlets.
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FAN:
Move this lever to select the speed of the
fan. Moving the lever between LOW and
HIGH
will
decrease or increase the fan speed. The fan will be
off
when the system is
off.
To change the current mode, select one of the following:
REGIRC (Recirculation): This mode keeps outside
air from coming in the vehicle. It can be used to prevent
outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or to
help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly.
Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on or
off.
When the button is pressed, an indicator light
will
come on.
You
may not use RECIRC with FRONT
defrost or
BLEND.
VENT: This mode directs air to the instrument
panel outlets.
HTR (Heater): This mode directs most of the air to the
floor outlets with some air directed to the outboard
outlets (for the side windows) and some air directed to
the windshield.
BLEND:
This mode splits the airflow between the
windshield and the floor outlets. The air conditioning
compressor will be operating.
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OFF:
The ventilation system always allows fresh air to
flow through your vehicle when it
is
moving. The system
will try to keep the air at a previously chosen temperature.
When the system is
off,
the blower fan is also off.
MAX (Maximum Air Conditioning): This mode directs
airflow through the instrument panel outlets. The amount
of outside air entering your vehicle is limited.
Also in this mode, the RECIRC function is activated
to create the maximum cooling effect in the vehicle.
If RECIRC was activated before selecting MAX, the light
in the RECIRC button will go off.
If
RECIRC is selected
after MAX, the light in the RECIRC button will not
come on.
NORM
(Normal
Air Conditioning): This mode cools
the outside air entering your vehicle and directs it
through the instrument panel outlets.
BI-LEV (Bi-Level Air Conditioning): This mode directs
approximately half of the air to the instrument panel
outlets, and then directs most of the remaining air to the
floor outlets. Some air may be directed toward the
windshield. Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets
and warmer air to the floor outlets. The air conditioning
compressor is on in this mode.
On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air
escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time
it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It
also
helps
the system to operate more efficiently.
For quick cool down on hot days, do the following:
1.
Select the vent mode.
2.
Select the recirculation mode.
3.
Select MAX.
4.
Select the coolest temperature.
5.
Select the highest fan speed.
Using these settings together for long periods of time
may cause the air inside of your vehicle to become too
dry. To prevent this from happening, after the air in
your vehicle has cooled, turn the recirculation mode off.
The air conditioning system removes moisture from
the air, so you may sometimes notice a small amount of
water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or
after turning off the engine. This is normal.
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Dual Automatic Climate Control
System
With this system you can control the heating, cooling
and ventilation for your vehicle.
Automatic Operation
AUTO
(Automatic):
Press the
AUTO
button for
automatic control of the inside temperature, the air
delivery mode and the fan speed.
1.
Press the AUTO button.
2. Adjust the temperature to
75"
F
(24"
C).
Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature
setting will not cause the system to heat or cool
any faster.
If
you set the system at the warmest
temperature setting, the system will remain
in manual mode at that temperature and it will not
go
into automatic mode.
In cold weather, the system will start at reduced fan
speeds
to
avoid blowing cold air into your vehicle
until warmer air is available. The system will
start out blowing air at the floor but may change
modes automatically as the vehicle warms up
to maintain the chosen temperature setting. The
length
of
time needed for warm up will depend on
the outside temperature and the length of time
that has elapsed since your vehicle was last driven.
3.
Wait for the system to regulate. This may take from
10
to 30 minutes. Then adjust the temperature,
if
necessary.
Do
not cover the solar sensor located in the center of
the instrument panel, near the windshield. For more
information
on
the solar sensor, see "Sensors" later in
this section.
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RECIRC
(Recirculation): Press this button to limit the
amount of outside air coming into the vehicle. It can
be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering
your vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside
your vehicle more quickly. Press this button to turn the
recirculation mode
on
or
off.
When the button is
pressed, an indicator light will come on. The recirculation
mode cannot be used with the FRONT defrost or
VENT mode.
On hot days, open the windows to let hot air escape;
then close them. This helps to reduce the time
it
takes
for your vehicle
to
cool down. It also helps the system
to operate more efficiently.
For quick cool down on hot days, press the AUTO button
and the system will automatically enter recirculation
mode and the temperature will be at the full cold position
for maximum cooling.
Using these settings together for long periods of time may
cause the air inside of your vehicle to become too dry. To
prevent this from happening, after the air
in
your vehicle
has cooled, turn the recirculation mode off.
The air conditioning system removes moisture from the
air,
so
you may sometimes notice a small amount of
water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or
after turning
off
the engine. This is normal.
Sensors
The solar sensor on your vehicle monitors the solar
radiation and the air inside of your vehicle, then uses the
information to maintain the selected temperature by
initiating needed adjustments to the temperature, the fan
speed and the air delivery system. The system may
also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the
sun. The recirculation mode will also be activated, as
necessary.
Do
not cover the solar sensor located in the
center of the instrument panel, near the windshield,
or the system will not work properly.
Defogging and Defrosting
9
FRONT:
Press the FRONT button to defrost the
windshield by directing airflow toward the windshield and
outboard outlets (for the side windows). To turn off
FRONT, press the AUTO or
AIR
FLOW buttons.
If
the AIR FLOW up button is pressed while in the
FRONT defrost mode, the system will direct the air
toward the instrument panel outlets.
If
the AIR FLOW
down button is pressed while in the FRONT defrost
mode, the system will direct the air toward the floor,
and the FRONT defrost mode will cancel.
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Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog or frost from the rear window.
REAR:
Press this button to turn the rear window
defogger on or off. Be sure to clear as much snow from
the rear window as possible.
At speeds above
35
mph
(55
km/h), the defogger
will operate continuously until you press the
REAR
button again. After
10
minutes of driving below
35
mph
(55
km/h), the defogger will turn off automatically.
If
you need additional warming time, push the button
again. The system
will
then operate for five minutes
before going
off
by itself.
If your vehicle has heated outside rearview mirrors,
the mirrors will heat to help clear fog or frost from the
surface of the mirror when the rear window defogger
button
is
pressed.
Nofice:
Don't
use
a
razor blade or something else
sharp on the inside
of
the rear window. If you
do, you could cut or damage the defogger and the
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do
not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape,
a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid.
Passenger Temperature Control
If
your vehicle has this feature, then the driver and the
front-seat passenger can select separate temperature
settings. This feature allows the passenger to select
a
temperature that is
5"
F
(3"
C)
warmer or cooler
than the driver's selected temperature. The control is
located on the passenger's door armrest.
Press the red button for a warmer temperature or
the blue button for a cooler temperature. Press the
OFF
button on the main system once to turn
off
the passenger's temperature control. Press the
OFF
button twice to turn
off
the entire climate controi system.
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Outlet Adjustment
Operation
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In vehicles equipped with
rear seat outlets, you can
adjust the direction of
the airflow using the lever
in the center of each
outlet. Use the thumbwheel
located between the
outlets to turn them on
and off.
Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air
inlets at the base of the windshield that may
block the flow of air into your vehicle.
Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may
adversely affect the performance of the system.
Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects
to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more
effectively.
Steering Wheel Climate Controls
If
your vehicle has this
feature, you can control
the temperature function
by using the switch located
on your steering wheel.
TEMP
A
(Temperature):
Press the up or down
arrow on this switch to increase or decrease the
temperature.
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Climate
Controls
Personalization
If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, up to two
drivers are able to store and recall climate control
settings for the temperature, the fan speed and the
direction of the airflow.
Memory buttons
1
and
2
are located on the driver's
door panel and correspond to the numbers
1
or
2
found
on the back of each remote keyless entry transmitter.
To
store settings, do the following:
1.
Select the desired temperature, fan speed and
airflow mode.
If
desired, a separate temperature
setting may also be selected for the front seat
passenger. For information on how to do this,
see
Dual Automatic Climate Control System on
page
3-26.
2;
Locate
memory
buttons
I
and
2
on
the driver's
door panel.
3.
Press the memory button on the door panel that
corresponds to the number on the back
of
the
transmitter you are programming, until
you
hear two
beeps. The beeps confirm that your selection has
been saved and can now be recalled. For more
information on the memory feature, see
Memory
Seat and Mirrors
on
page
2-49.
Follow these steps each time you want to change the
stored settings.
To
recall the ciimate controi settings last stored on your
transmitter, press the unlock button on your remote
keyless entry transmitter and put the ignition in
ACCESSORY
or
RUN.
The settings will be recalled.
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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.
As
you
will see in the details on the next few pages, some
warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine
just to let you know they’re working. If you are familiar
with this section, you should not be alarmed when
this happens.
Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem
with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages
and warning lights work together to let you know when
there’s a problem with your vehicle.
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on
when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows
there may be a problem, check the section that tells
you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s
advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly
-
and even
dangerous.
So
please get
to
know your warning
lights and gages. They’re a big help.
Your vehicle may also have a
DIC
that works along with
the warning lights and gages. See
Driver Information
Center
(DIC)
on page
3-47.
The volume of your vehicle’s warning chimes can be
adjusted. For information see
Chime Level Adjustment
on page
3-86.
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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.
Your vehicle is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which includes indicator warning lights
and gages that are explained on the following pages.
FUEL
Standard Cluster (United States version shown, Canada similar)
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Speedometer
and
Odometer
Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both
miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).
Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has
been driven, in either miles or kilometers. Press the
ENG/MET
button which
is
located to the left of the
speedometer to change from mph to km/h.
Your vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer.
You may wonder what happens
if
your vehicle needs a
new odometer installed.
If
the new one can be set to
the mileage total
of
the old odometer, then it must
be. But
if
it
can't, then it's set at zero and a label must
be put on the driver's door to show the old mileage
reading when the new odometer was installed.
Trip
Odometer
A
trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven
since you last set it to zero. To reset it, push the
DIC,
see
Driver Information Center (DlC) on page
3-47
for information
on
resetting the trip odometer.
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If your vehicle has this
feature, the tachometer
tells you how fast the
engine is running.
It displays engine speed in
thousands
of
revolutions
per minute (rpm).
Notice:
Do not operate the engine with the
tachometer in the shaded warning area, or engine
damage may occur.
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Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the key is turned to
RUN
or START, a chime will
come on for several seconds to remind people to
fasten their safety belts.
The safety belt light will
also come
on
and stay on
for several seconds,
then flash for several more.
If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime
nor the light will come on.
Air
Bag Readiness Light
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument
panel, which shows AIR
BAG.
The system checks
the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light
tells you
if
there is an electrical problem. The system
check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules,
the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic
module. For more information on the air bag system,
see
Air
Bag Systems
on
page
1-52.
AIR
BAG
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.
If
the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the
vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your air
bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle
serviced right away.
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Battery Warning Light
If the air bag readiness
light
stays on after you
start your vehicle,
it
means the air bag system
may not be working properly. The air bags
in
your vehicle may not inflate
in
a crash, or they
could even inflate without a crash. To help
avoid injury to yourself or others, have your
vehicle serviced right away if the air bag
readiness light stays on after
you start your
vehicle.
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The air bag readiness light should flash for a few
seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN.
If
the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it
will be ready to warn you
if
there is a problem.
When you turn the key to
RUN,
this light will turn on
briefly to show that the
generator and battery
charging systems
VOLT are working.
If the light stays on, a chime will sound indicating that
the vehicle needs service.
You
should take your vehicle
to the dealer as soon
as
possible.
To
save the battery
until you get there, turn
off
all accessories and set
the climate control system to
OFF.
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Brake System Warning Light
Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two
parts.
If
one part isn’t working, the other part can still
work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need
both parts working well.
If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem.
Have your brake system inspected right away.
BRAKE
United States Canada
This light should come on when you turn the key to
RUN.
If
it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed
so
it
will
be ready to warn you
if
there’s a problem.
When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light
will also come on when you set your parking brake.
The light will stay on
if
your parking brake doesn’t
release fully. If you try to drive off with the parking brake
set, a chime will also come on until you release the
parking brake.
If
the light stays on after your parking
brake is fully released, it means you have a brake
problem.
If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the
road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is
harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the
floor. It may take longer to stop.
If
the light is still on,
have the vehicle towed for service. See
Towing
Your
Vehicle on page
4-32.
Your oraKe system may not be working
properly if the brake system warning light is
on. Driving with the brake system warning light
on can lead to an accident.
If
the light is still
on after you’ve pulled
off
the road and stopped
carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.
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The traction control system warning light may come on
for the following reasons:
e
If
you turn the system
off
by pressing the button
located on the end of the gearshift lever, the
warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the
system back
on,
press the button again. The
warning light should go off. See
Traction Control
System
(TCS)
on
page
4-9
for more information.
If there’s a brake system problem that is specifically
related to traction control, the traction control
system will turn off and the warning light will come
on. If your brakes begin to overheat, the traction
control system will turn off and the warning light will
come on until your brakes cool down.
If the traction control system is affected by an
engine-related problem, the system will turn
off
and
the warning light will come on.
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
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TEMPERATURE
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This gage shows the
engine coolant
temperature. If the pointer
moves into the shaded
area, the engine is too hot.
Standard version
shown,
uplevel
similar
A
temperature indicator light will turn on and a chime
will sound.
If you have been operating your vehicle under normal
driving conditions, and the temperature indicator
light comes on, you should pull
off
the road, stop your
vehicle and turn
off
the engine as soon as possible.
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Service
Engine Soon Light
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
Your vehicle is equipped
with a computer which
monitors operation of the
fuel, ignition and emission
control systems.
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This system is called
OBD
II
(On-Board
Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to
assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the
life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner
environment. The
SERVICE
ENGINE SOON light
comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service
is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the
system before any problem is apparent. This may
prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This
in correctly diagnosing any malfunction.
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If
you keep driving your vehicle with
this
light on, after a while, your emission controls
may not work as well, your fuel economy may not
be as good and your engine may not run as
smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may
not be covered by your warranty.
Notice;
Modifications made to the engine,
transaxle, exhaust, intake or fuel system
of
your
vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with
other than those
of
the same Tire Performance
Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle’s emission
controls and may cause
this
light to come on.
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repairs not covered by your warranty. This may
also result
in
a failure to pass a required Emission
Inspection/Maintenance test.
This light should come on, as a check to show you
it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine
is not running.
if
the
light doesn’t come on, have
it repaired. This light will also come on during a
malfunction
in
one
of
two ways:
0
Light Flashing
-
A misfire condition has been
detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions
and may damage the emission control system
on
your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center
diagnosis and service may be required.
Light On Steady
-
An emission control system
malfunction has been detected on your vehicle.
Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis
and service may be required.
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Security Light
1
Your vehicle may have a
content theft-deterrent
alarm system. With this
SECU
RlTy
I
system; the SECURITY
light will flash as you
open the door (if your
ignition is off).
For more information see
Content Theft-Deterrent on
page
2-
18.
Cruise Control Light
CRUISE
The CRUISE light comes
on when you set the
vehicle’s cruise control.
See “Cruise Control” under
Turn Signal/Multifunction
Lever on page
3-5.
-1
This light will come on and
SERVICE
VEHICLE
stay on
if
your vehicle has
certain non-emission
related problems.
SOON
These problems may not be obvious and may affect
vehicle performance or durability. Consult a qualified
dealership for necessary repairs to maintain top vehicle
performance.
This light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned
on to show that it is working properly.
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Fuel
Gage
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SERVICE
ENGINE
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SERVICE
ENGINE
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The fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your
tank. It works only when the ignition is on. When
the indicator moves to the edge of the low fuel warning
band, the low fuel warning light will come on and a
chime will sound. You still have a little fuel left, but you
need to get more fuel right away.
Here are some things that some owners ask about.
None
of
these show a problem with your fuel gage:
e
e
e
e
At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before
the gage reads full.
It takes more (or less) fuel to
fill
up than the gage
indicated. For example, the gage may have
indicated half full, but
it
took more (or less) than
half the tank’s capacity to
fill
it.
The gage moves up a little when you turn a corner,
speed up
or
make
a
hard stop.
The gage doesn’t
go
back to empty when you turn
off
the ignition.
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FUEL
INFO
(information): Press this button to display
fuel information.
Press the FUEL INFO button until the display shows
FUEL ECONOMY AVERAGE. Average fuel economy is
viewed as a long term approximation of your overall
driving conditions. To learn the average fuel economy
from a new starting point, press the RESET button while
the average fuel economy is displayed in the DIC.
Press the FUEL INFO button until the display shows
FUEL ECONOMY INST. Instantaneous fuel economy
varies with your driving conditions, such as acceleration,
braking and the grade of the road being traveled.
The RESET button does not function
in
this mode.
Press the FUEL INFO button until the display shows
FUEL RANGE. The fuel range will calculate the
remaining distance you can drive without refueling.
This calculation is based on the average fuel economy
for the last 25 miles (40.25 km) driven, and the fuel
remaining in the fuel tank. The RESET button does not
function
in
this mode.
GAGE
INFO
(Information): Use this button to display
oil pressure, oil life, coolant temperature, tire pressure
and battery information.
Press the GAGE INFO button until OIL PRESSURE
appears in the display.
If
there are no problems
detected with the oil pressure, the display will show
OIL
PRESSURE NORMAL.
If
a low oil pressure condition is
detected, the display will show OIL PRESSURE LOW.
If you see the OIL PRESSURE LOW message, your
vehicle could be low on oil or the oil is not going through
the engine properly. See your dealer for service.
Press the GAGE INFO button until COOLANT TEMP
appears in the display. If there are
no
problems detected
with the temperature, COOLANT TEMP NORMAL will
appear in the display.
If
the temperature is too high,
COOLANT TEMP HOT will appear in the display.
If
you
see the COOLANT TEMP HOT message, the engine is
overheated. You should pull
off
the road, stop your
vehicle and turn off your engine as soon as possible.
This manual explains what to do. See Engine
Overheating
on
page
5-28.
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Press the GAGE INFO button until the display shows
BATTERY STATE.
If
the voltage is normal the display will
show BATTERY STATE NORMAL.
If
the voltage drops
below
10.5
volts, the display will show BATTERY STATE
LOW. If the voltage is above
16.2
volts, the display will
show BATTERY STATE HIGH.
If
the display shows the
high or low message, you need
to
have your battery and
charging system checked.
Press the GAGE INFO button until OIL LIFE INDEX
appears in the display. The
OIL
LIFE INDEX NORMAL
display will show an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful
life. When the oil life index is less than
10
percent, the
display will show OIL LIFE INDEX CHANGE OIL. When
you have the oil changed according to the maintenance
schedule (see
Part
A:
Scheduled Maintenance Services
on
page 6-4
),
you will have to reset the oil life monitor.
To reset the Oil Life System, see
Engine Oil on
page 5- 13.
Press the GAGE
INFO
button until TIRE PRESSURE
appears in the display. TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL is
displayed when the check tire pressure system believes
your vehicle’s tire pressures are normal.
It
a potentlai tire
pressure problem
is
detected, the display will show
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE.
If
you see the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message, you
should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires
for damage.
If
a tire is flat, see
/fa
Tire Goes Flat on
page 5-70.
Also check the tire pressure in all four tires as
soon as you can. See
Inflation
--
Tire Pressure on
page
5-62
and
Check Tire Pressure System on
page 5-63.
There are times when you will have to reset
(calibrate) the Check Tire Pressure System. See
Check
Tire Pressure System on page 5-63.
RESET: This button, used along with other buttons,
will reset system functions.
ENG/MET (English/Metric): Use this button to change
the display between English and metric units.
DIC messages can be displayed in one of three
languages: English, French or Spanish. The language
of the display is set by pressing both the FUEL
INFO and RESET buttons for five seconds. As the
buttons are held, each language will be displayed for
three seconds. Release the FUEL INFO and RESET
All DIC messages will now be in the selected language.
Language selection can also be done through the
DIC Personal Choice Programming. See “Language
Selection” later in this section.
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DIC
Warnings and Messages
Other messages or warnings may appear in the DIC
display.
For
Canadian drivers, in addition
to
the
DIC message your DIC will display EXP with a number
after it which reflects the following messages:
EXP
(Export
ID)
TURN SIGNAL STILL ON?
20
Warning Message
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25
BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
27
WTNTSHIELD WASHER FLUID LOW
36
THEFT ATTEMPT DETECTED
40
ENGINE OIL LOW
-
CHECK LEVEL
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SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM
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STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE
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CHECK CAP
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TACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ACTIVE
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CHECK CHARGE SYSTEM
The EXP codes are used
to
make translation from
English to other languages easier.
SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM
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54:
If you ever
see the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM message,
it means there may be
a
problem with your stability
enhancement system.
If
you see this message,
try
to
reset the system (stop; turn off the engine; then
start the engine again).
If
the SERVICE STABILITY
SYSTEM message still comes on,
it
means there is a
problem. You should see your dealer for service.
Reduce your speed and drive accordingly.
STABILITY SYSTEM
ACTIVE
-
55:
You may see the
STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE message on the Driver
Information Center. It means that an advanced,
computer-controlled system has come on to help your
vehicle continue to go in the direction in which you’re
steering. This stability enhancement system activates
when the computer senses that your vehicle is just
starting
to
spin, as it might
if
you hit a patch
of
ice or
other slippery spot on the road. When the system is on,
you may hear a noise or feel a vibration in the brake
pedal. This is normal.
When the STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE message is on,
you
should continue to steer
in
the direction you want
to
go. The system is designed
to
help you in bad
weather or other difficult driving situations by making the
most of whatever road conditions will permit.
If
the
STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE message comes on, you’ll
know that something
has
caused your vehicle to start
to spin,
so
you should consider slowing down.
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DIG
Vehicle
Personalization
The DIC can be used to program the following personal
choice features available with your vehicle:
Automatic Door Locks
Window Lock Out
Security Feedback
Delayed Locking
Perimeter Lighting
Memory Seats
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror
Driver ID
Language §election
The personal choice settings displayed
on
the DIC
are determined by the transmitter used to enter
the vehicle. Each remote keyless entry transmitter was
pre-programmed to belong to DRIVER
1
or DRIVER
2
and is numbered on the back. After the unlock button on
a remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed and the
ignition is in RUN, the BIC will display the identified
driver and recall the settings previously programmed
for that driver. The settings can also be recalled
by briefly pressing one of the MEMORY buttons located
on the driver’s door.
If
you unlock the vehicle using your door key instead
of
your transmitter, the DIC will not change drivers and
will recall the information from the last transmitter
used or the last driver using the memory seat controls.
If
this happens and you were not the last driver of
the vehicle, simply press your correct driver number on
the memory seat controls or press the unlock button
on your remote keyless entry transmitter.
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1
Use the following steps for personalization programming
instructions.
1.
Turn the ignition on and keep the transaxle in
2.
Inform the DIC which driver you are by pressing the
PARK (P).
unlock button on your remote keyless entry
transmitter or the appropriate memory seat control.
3.
Press and hold the ENG/MET button for five
seconds. WELCOME
TO
BUCK OPTION
FEATURE will appear in the display.
4.
The first choice
to
be made will be DRIVER
ID
1
or
2.
Press the ENG/MET button to toggle
between your selections within a display and
RESET to choose the current selection and move
on to the next personal choice feature.
If
you would like to exit the selection mode without
moving through each of the personal choice features,
simply press a different button on the DIC or turn
off
the
ignition. Whatever personal choices you made will
still be retained, even without passing through each of
the features.
In
order for your personal choices to save,
you must press RESET after making your selections.
If
you happen to move past a selection you would like to
make
a
personal choice for, press the unlock button
on your remote keyless entry transmitter or press
the appropriate driver number on the seat control.
This will return you to the beginning of the option feature
programming mode.
Automatic
Door
Locks
The door lock modes when shifting in and out
of
PARK (P), can be changed through the DIC. You can
change these modes by different selections of the
following DIC displays:
*
AUTO DOOR LOCKS
-
OFF/ON
UNLOCK
-
OFF/ON
UNLOCK
-
KEY OFF/PARK
DOOR TO UNLOCK
-
DRIVER/ALL
If you choose OFF for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, your door
locks will operate normally with no automatic feature.
If
you choose ON for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, ON
for UNLOCK and KEY OFF, your doors will lock every
time you shift out of PARK (P), and the doors will unlock
every time you stop and turn the ignition to OFF.
If you choose ON for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, ON for
UNLOCK and PARK, your doors will lock every time you
shift out of PARK (P), and the doors will unlock every
time you stop and shift into PARK (P).
If you choose ON for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, and OFF
for UNLOCK, your doors will lock every time you
shift out of PARK (P), and there will be no automatic
door unlock when shifting back into PARK (P).
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Security Feedback
By choosing different combinations of these selections,
you can choose the type of transmitter activated
feedback when locking and unlocking your vehicle with
your transmitter, Each time you make a selection by
pressing the ENG/MET button, press the RESET button
to
record your choice.
KEYLESS FEEDBACK
-
OFF/ON
LIGHTS FEEDBACK
-
OFF/ON
HORN
FEEDBACK
-
OFF/ON
If
you choose ON for KEYLESS FEEDBACK you will
also need
to
choose LIGHTS and/or
HORN
FEEDBACK.
You can select the following modes:
If
you choose OFF for KEYLESS FEEDBACK, you
will receive no security feedback when locking or
unlocking your vehicle.
If
you choose ON for KEYLESS FEEDBACK and
ON
for LIGHTS FEEDBACK7 the exterior lamps
will flash twice when unlocking your vehicle
and once when locking your vehicle.
If
you choose
ON
for KEYLESS FEEDBACK and
ON
for
HORN
FEEDBACK, your horn
will
chirp
when all doors are unlocked and when locking your
vehicle.
If
you choose ON for KEYLESS, LIGHTS and
HORN FEEDBACK, your exterior lamps will
flash twice at the first unlock button press, your
exterior lamps will flash twice and the horn will chirp
once at the second unlock button press, and the
exterior lamps will flash and the horn will chirp once
when locking your vehicle.
For more information on this feature, see “Security
Feedback under
Remote Keyless
Entry
System
Operation
on
page
2-5.
Delayed Locking
This feature, which delays the actual locking of the
vehicle, can be made active or inactive through the DIC.
When DELAYED LOCKING
-
OFF/ON appears on the
display, use the ENG/MET button
to toggle the arrow
between OFF and ON. When you have made your
choice, press the RESET button
to
record your selection.
For more information on this feature, see
Delayed
Locking
on
page
2-10.
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Memory
Seats
Press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry
transmitter to turn on the DRL (high-beams at reduced
intensity), parking lamps and back-up lamps
if
it is
dark enough according to the Twilight Sentinel@.
You can control activation of this feature by choosing
OFF or ON when the PERIMETER LIGHTS choice
is displayed on the DIC. Make your choice by pressing
the ENG/MET button and record your choice by
pressing the RESET button. You will then be prompted
to choose a TIMEOUT period. See “Exterior Lights”
following for more information.
For more information on this feature, see “Perimeter
Lighting” under
lnterior Lamps
on
page
3-75.
Exterior
Lights
The EXTERIOR LlGHTSlTlMEOUT feature can be
changed to a desired setting by using the ENG/MET to
toggle from
5
to
30
seconds. Each toggle will increase
the time by five seconds. Once the desired timeout
is displayed, press
HtSt
I
to recora your cnoice ana
move on to the next personal choice feature.
If
your vehicle has this feature, the memory seat and
mirror positions will be recalled for the identified driver
when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to
enter the vehicle.
You can program this feature
to
be active by choosing
ON when the SEAT RECALL choice appears, or
inactive by choosing
OFF
when the SEAT RECALL
choice appears on the DIC. Make your choices
by pressing the ENG/MET button and store them to
memory by pressing the RESET button.
You can also program this feature to recall your
memory seat position or the exit seat position.
MEMORY:
Choose ON when the SEAT RECALL
choice appears, and then choose MEMORY when the
RECALL POSITION choice appears.
EXIT:
Choose ON when the SEAT RECALL choice
appears, and then choose EXIT when the RECALL
POSITION choice appears. The seat will move when
keyless entry transmitter. This will allow for easy entry.
For more information on this feature, see
Memory
Seat
and
Mirrors
on
page
2-49.
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Outside Curb View Assist Mirror
If
your vehicle has the outside curb view assist mirror,
which tips the passenger mirror down while the vehicle
is in REVERSE (R), it can be made active or inactive
through the DIC. When TILT MIRRORS
-
OFFION
appears on the display, use the ENG/MET button to
toggle the arrow between OFF and
ON.
When you have
made your choice, press the
RESET
button to record
your selection. For more information on this feature,
see
Outside
Curb
View
Assist
Mirror
on
page
2-38.
Driver ID
This feature displays the DRIVER ID, as identified by
the DIC.
If
this feature is
ON,
the DRIVER ID will
be displayed every time the ignition is turned on.
If
the
DRIVER ID is OFF, the DRIVER
ID
can
be
displayed
by pressing either a button on the remote keyless entry
transmitter or a memory seat button.
Language Selection
After DRIVER ID has been selected, “Language
English’’ will be displayed. Pressing the
RESET
button
selects English as the DIC language and ends
programming.
If
you prefer the language to be French
or Spanish, press the ENG/MET button when “Language
English” appears
on
the display. Hold the ENG/MET
button until the desired language is displayed, then
press the RESET button to select that language.
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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.
So,
before adding sound equipment, check with
your dealer and be sure to check federal rules
covering mobile radio and telephone units.
Your audio system has been designed to operate easily
and to give years
of
listening pleasure. You will get
the most enjoyment out of
it
if
you acquaint yourself with
it first. Find out what your audio system can do and
how to operate all
of
its controls to be sure you’re getting
the most out of the advanced engineering that went
Into
It.
Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory
Power (RAP). With RAP, you can play your audio
system even after the ignition
is
turned
off.
See
“Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” under
Ignition
Positions on page
2-22.
Setting
the
Time
Press and hold
H
until the correct hour appears on
the display. AM will also appear for morning hours.
Press and hold M until the correct minute appears
on the display. The time may be set with the ignition
on or off.
To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting
Radio Data System (RDS) information, press and
hold H and M at the same time until TIME UPDATED
appears on the display.
If
the time is not available from
the station,
NO
UPDATE will appear on the display
instead.
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Setting the Tone (Bassnreble)
AUDIO:
Push and release AUDIO until BASS, MID or
TREBLE appears on the display. Then turn the
AUDIO knob to increase or to decrease.
If
a station is
weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.
To adjust bass, midrange or treble to the middle
position, select BASS, MID or TREBLE. Then push
and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you
hear a beep. BASS and a zero, MID and a zero or
TREBLE and a zero will appear on the display.
To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls
to the middle position, end out of audio mode by
pushing the AUDIO knob until the display goes blank.
Then push and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds
until you hear a beep. ALL CENTERED will appear
on the display.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the
left speakers, push and release AUDIO until BAL appears
on the display. Then turn the AUDIO knob to move the
sound toward the right or the left speakers.
A
bar graph
with indicators will show how the sound
is balanced
between the right and the left speakers.
To adjust the fade between the front and the rear
speakers, push and release AUDIO until FADE appears
on the display. Then turn the AUDIO knob to move the
sound toward the front or the rear speakers.
A
bar graph
with indicators will show how the sound is balanced
between the front and rear speakers.
To adjust balance or fade to the middle position, select
BAL or FADE. Then push and hold AUDIO for more than
two seconds until you hear a beep. The indicator will be
centered on the display.
To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to
the middle position, end out of audio mode by pushing the
AUDIO knob until the display goes blank. Then press and
hold AUDIO for more than
two
seconds until you hear a
beep. ALL CENTERED will appear on the display.
EQ
(Equalizer): Press this button to choose bass, mid
and treble equalization settings designed for different
program types.
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sing
WDS
Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data
System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only
on
FM
stations that broadcast RDS information.
Using this system, the radio can do the following:
0
Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type
of
receive announcements concerning local and
0
display messages from radio stations, and
seek to stations with traffic announcements.
programming,
national emergencies,
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
instead of the frequency. RDS stations may also provide
the time of day,
a
program type (PTY) for current
programming and the name of the program being
broadcast.
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a
PTY
Station
To select and find a desired PTY perform the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Press P-TYP. The PTY symbol will be displayed
on the screen.
Select a category by turning the AUDIO knob.
Once the desired category
is
displayed, press either
SEEK arrow to select the category and take you to
the category’s first station.
If you want to go to another station within that
category and the category is displayed, press
either SEEK arrow once.
If
the category is not
displayed, press either SEEK arrow twice to display
the category and then to go to another station.
If
PTY times out and is no longer on the display,
go back to Step
1.
To use the PTY interrupt feature, press and hold the
P-TYP button until you hear a beep
on
the PTY
you want to interrupt with. An asterisk will appear next
to the PTY name (for example CLASSICAL*). When you
are listening
to
a
GD,
the last seiected
Fius
sration
will interrupt play
if
that selected PTY format
is
broadcast.
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SCAN: You can also scan through the channels within
a category by performing the following:
1.
Press P-TYP. The PTY symbol will be displayed on
the screen.
2.
Select a category by turning the AUDIO knob.
3.
Once the desired category is displayed, press and
hold either
SEEK
arrow, and the radio will begin
scanning within your chosen category.
4.
Press and hold either
SEEK
arrow again to stop at
a particular station.
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. When you turn the ignition off and then on
again, the alternate frequency feature will automatically
be turned on.
RDS Messages
ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies.
When an alert announcement comes on the current
radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display. You will
hear the announcement, even
if
the volume is muted
or a compact disc is playing. If a compact disc 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. This feature is not supported by
all RDS stations.
INFO
(Information): If the current station has
a
message, INFO will appear on the display. Press this
button to see the message. The message may display
the artist and song title, call in phone numbers, etc.
If the whole message is not displayed, parts of it
will appear every three seconds. To scroll through the
message at your own speed, press the
INFO
button
repeatedly. A new group of words will appear on
the display with each press. Once the complete
message has been displayed, INFO will disappear from
the display until another new message
is
received.
The old message can be displayed by pressing
the INFO button until a new message is received or a
different station is tuned
to.
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TRAF
(Traffic):
Press this button to seek to
a
station
that broadcasts traffic announcements. TRAF will appear
on the display.
If
no station is found, NO TRAF will
appear on the display.
When a traffic announcement comes on the current
station or
on
a related network station, you
will
hear
it,
even
if
the volume is muted or a compact disc is
playing.
If
the compact disc player is being used,
play will stop during the announcement.
Radio
Messages
CAL (CALIBRATE): Your audio system has been
calibrated for your vehicle from the factory.
If
this
message appears
on
the display it means that your
radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle
and must be returned to the dealership for service.
Playing
a
Compact
Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up.
The player will
pull
it in. The disc should begin playing.
If
you want
to
insert a CD while the ignition or the
radio is
off,
first press the eject button or DISP.
If
you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc in the
player, it will stay in the player. When you turn on the
ignition or system, the disc will start playing where
it stopped,
if
it was the last selected audio source.
If
an error appears on the display, see “Compact Disc
Errors” later in this section.
144
(Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to
quickly reverse within a track. Release is it to play the
passage. You will hear sound at a reduced level.
2
Db
(Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to
quickly advance within a track. Release it to play
the passage. You will hear sound at a reduced level.
4
RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear
the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order.
Press RDM again to turn off random play.
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Radio
with
Cassette
and
CD
Radio Data System
(RDS):
Your audio system is
equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS).
RDS
features are available for use only on FM stations that
broadcast
RDS
information.
Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of
receive announcements concerning local and
display messages from radio stations, and
programming,
national emergencies,
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.
RDS
stations may also provide the
time of day, a program type (PTY) for current
programming and the name of the program being
broadcast.
XMTM
Radio Satellite Service
(USA
Only):
XMTM is
a continental
U.S.
based satellite radio service that
offers
100
coast to coast channels including music,
news, sports, talk and children’s programming.
XMTM provides digital quality audio and text information,
including song title and artist name.
A
service fee is
required in order to receive the XMTM service. For more
information, contact XMTM at www.xmradio.com or
call
1
-800-852-XMXM
(9696).
seek to stations with traffic announcements.
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Playing
the
Radio
PWR
(Power): Push this knob to turn the system
on and
off.
VOL
(Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to
decrease the volume.
SCV (Speed-Compensated Volume): With SCV,
your audio system adjusts automatically to make up
for road and wind noise as you drive. To get to SCV,
press the TUNE/AUDIO button repeatedly until
SPEED
VOL is displayed. Turn the TUNE/AUDIO button to
select OFF, MIN, MED or MAX. Each higher choice
allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle
speeds. Then, as you drive, SCV automatically
increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise
at any speed. The volume level should always sound
the same to you as you drive.
If
you don’t want to
use SCV, select OFF.
DlSP
(Display): Press this button to switch the display
between the radio station frequency and the time.
Time display is available with the ignition turned off.
For XMTM (USA only,
if
your radio is equipped with XMTM
Satellite Radio Service), pressing this button while in
XMTM mode to retrieve various pieces of information
related to the current song or channel. By pressing and
releasing the RCL button, you may retrieve four
different categories of information: Artist, Song Title,
Category or PTY, Channel Number/Channel Name.
To change the default on the display, push this button
until you see the display you want, then hold the
knob until the display flashes. The selected display will
now be the default.
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Finding
a
Station
BAND:
Press this button to switch between AM, FM,
FM2, or XMI, XM2 (USA only,
if
your radio is equipped
with XMTM Satellite Radio Service). The display will
show your selection.
TUNE: Turn this knob to choose a radio station.
ia
SEEK
Dl
:
Press the right or the left arrow to go to
the next or to the previous station and stay there.
To
scan stations, press and hold one of the
SEEK
arrows for two seconds until SCAN appears on
the display. The radio will go to a station, play for a few
seconds, then go on to the next station. Press one of
the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning.
To scan preset stations, press and hold one of the
SEEK arrows for more than four seconds until PSCAN
and the preset number appear on the display. You
will
hear a double beep. The radio will go to the first
preset station stored on your pushbuttons, play for a few
seconds, then go
on
to
tne next preset station. Press
one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning presets.
The radio
will
seek and scan only to the stations that
are in the selected band and only to those with a
strong signal.
Setting Preset Stations
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
XM1 and six XM2 (USA only,
if
your radio is equipped with the XMTM Satellite
Radio Service), by performing the following steps:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Turn the radio on.
Press BAND to select AM, FMI or FM2,
or XMI, XM2.
Tune in the desired station.
Press
EQ
to select the
EQ
setting. It will be storea
with the preset station.
Press and hold one of the six numbered
pushbuttons. When you hear the radio produce
one beep, release the pushbutton. Whenever you
press that numbered pushbutton, the station you set
will
return.
Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
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Setting the Tone (BassTTreble)
AUDIO:
Push and release AUDIO until BASS, MID or
TREBLE appears on the display. Then turn the
AUDIO knob to increase
or
to decrease.
If
a station is
weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.
To adjust bass, midrange or treble to the middle
position, select BASS,
MID
or TREBLE. Then push and
hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you
hear a beep. BASS and a zero, MID and a zero or
TREBLE and a zero will appear on the display.
To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls
to the middle position, end out of audio mode by
pushing the AUDIO knob until the display goes blank.
Then push and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds
until you hear a beep. ALL CENTERED will appear
on the display.
EQ
(Equalizer): Press this button to choose bass, mid
and treble equalization settings designed for different
program types.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
AUDIO:
To adjust the balance between the right and the
left speakers, push and release AUDIO until BAL appears
on the display. Then turn the AUDIO knob to move the
sound toward the right or the left speakers.
A
bar graph
with indicators will show how the sound is balanced.
To adjust the fade between the front and the rear
speakers, push and release AUDIO until FADE appears
on the display. Then turn the AUDIO knob to move the
sound toward the front or the rear speakers.
A
bar graph
with indicators will show how the sound is balanced.
To adjust balance
or
fade to the middle position, select
BAL or FADE. Then push and hold AUDIO for more than
two seconds until you hear a beep. The indicator will be
centered on the display.
To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to
the middle position, end out of audio mode by pushing the
AUDIO knob until the display goes blank. Then press and
hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a
beep. ALL CENTERED will appear on the display.
EQ
(Equalizer): Press this button to choose bass, mid
and treble equalization settings designed for different
program types.
Finding a
PTY
Station
(RDS
and
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To select and find a desired PTY perform the following:
1.
Press P-TYP. The PTY symbol will be displayed
2.
Select a category by turning the AUDIO knob.
3.
Once the desired category is displayed, press either
on the screen.
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. If the category is not
displayed, press either SEEK arrow twice to display
the category and then to go to another station.
5.
If
PTY times out and is no longer on the display,
To use the PTY interrupt feature, press and hold the
P-TYP button until you hear a beep on the PTY
you want to interrupt with. An asterisk will appear next
to the PTY name (for example CLASSICAL*). When you
are listening to a compact disc, the last selected RDS
station will interrupt play
if
that selected PTY format
is broadcast.
An
asterisk will not display for
XMTM
Satellite Radio
Service.
go
back to Step
1.
SCAN:
You
can also Sean through the channels within
a category by performing the following:
1.
Press P-TYP. The PTY symbol will be displayed on
2.
Select a category by turning the AUDIO knob.
the screen.
3.
Once the desired category is displayed, press and
hold either SEEK arrow, and the radio will begin
scanning within your chosen category.
4.
Press and hold either SEEK arrow again to stop at
a particular station.
If
both P-TYP and TRAF
are
on, the radio will
search for stations with the selected PTY and traffic
announcements.
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
on the display. The radio will not switch to other stations.
When you turn the ignition
off
and then on again, the
alternate frequency feature will automatically be
turned on.
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RDS
Messages
ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies.
When an alert announcement comes on the current
radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display. You will
hear the announcement, even
if
the volume is muted
or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing. If a
cassette tape or compact disc is being used, play will
stop during the announcement. You will not be able
to turn off alert announcements.
ALERT! will not be affected by tests of the emergency
broadcast system. This feature is not supported by
all RDS stations.
INFO (Information):
If
the current station has a
message, INFO will appear on the display. Press this
button to see the message. The message may display
the artist and song title, call in phone numbers, etc.
If
the whole message is not displayed, parts of it
will appear every three seconds. To scroll through the
message at your own speed, press the INFO button
repeatedly.
A
new group of words will appear on
the display with each press. Once the complete
message has been displayed, INFO will disappear from
the display until another new message is received.
The old message can be displayed by pressing
the INFO button until a new message is received or
a different station is tuned to.
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. When the radio finds a
station that broadcasts traffic announcements, it will
stop. Brackets will be displayed around TRAF and when
a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio
station you will hear it.
If
no station is found, NO TRAF
will appear on the display.
Traffic Interrupt Feature: Your radio can interrupt the
play of a cassette,
CD,
or
XMTM
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. Brackets around TRAF will appear on the
display. When a traffic announcement comes on
the station that was found, you will hear it. When the
traffic announcement is over, the radio
will
resume play
of the cassette,
CD,
or
XMTM
station.
If
no station is
found,
NO
TRAF will appear on the display.
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Radio
Messages
CAL (CALIBRATE): Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory.
If
this message
appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be
returned to the dealership for service.
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Radio
Messages
Radio Display
Message Condition Action Required
indicates content with
The encryption code in your receiver is being updated, and
no action is required. This process should take no longer
than
30
seconds.
Loading
XM
Acquiring channel audio Your.radio system is acquiring and processing audlo and
(after
4
second delay) text data.
No
action
is
needed. This message should
disappear shortly.
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Radio
Radio
Display
Message
Condition
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Off
Air
Channel not in service
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available
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available
No
Info
Category Name not
No Info
Song/Program Title not
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the chosen category
Not Found No channel available for
Messages (cont’d)
Action
Required
This channel is not currently in service. Tune to another
channel.
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. Your system is working properly.
No song title information is available at this time on this
channel. Your system is working properly.
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. Your system is working properly.
There are no channels available for the category you
selected. Your system is working properly.
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XMTM
Radio
Messages
(cont’d)
Radio Display
Message Condition
XM Locked
Radio ID Radio ID label
(channel
0)
Unknown Radio ID not known
(should only be
if
Action Required
The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been
in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM receivers
cannot be swapped between vehicles.
If
you receive this
message after having your vehicle serviced, check with the
servicing facility.
If you tune to channel
0,
you will see this message
alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio
ID
label.
This label is needed to activate your service.
If you receive this message when you tune to channel
0,
you may have a receiver fault. Consult with your dealer.
If this message does not clear within a short period of time,
your receiver may have
a
fault. Consult with your retail
location.
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Playing a Cassette Tape
The longer side with the tape visible should face to the
right.
If
the ignition and the radio are on, the tape
can be inserted and will begin playing.
If
you hear
nothing or hear a garbled sound, the tape may not be in
squarely. Press the eject button to remove the tape
and start over.
While the tape is playing, use the VOLUME and AUDIO
controls just as you do for the radio. The display will
show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing.
If
you want to insert a tape while the ignition or radio
is
off,
first press the eject button or DISP. Cassette tape
adapter kits for portable compact disc players will
work in your cassette tape player.
Your tape bias is set automatically.
If an error appears on the display, see “Cassette Tape
Messages” later in this section.
144
(Reverse): Press this pushbutton to reverse the
tape rapidly. The radio will play while the tape reverses.
Press it again to return to playing speed.
2
DD
(Forward): Press this pushbutton to advance
quickly to another part of the tape. The radio will play
while the tape advances. Press this pushbutton again to
return to playing speed.
6
SIDE: Press this pushbutton to play the other side of
the tape.
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SEEK
Dl
:
Your tape must have at least three
seconds of silence between each selection for seek to
work. Press the left or the right arrow to go to the
previous or to the next selection on the tape.
To
scan cassette tape selections, press and hold one of
the SEEK arrows for two seconds until
SCN
appears
on the display. You will hear a beep. The tape will go to
the next selection, play for a few seconds, then go on
to the next selection. The cassette tape will only
scan forward. Press one of the SEEK arrows again to
stop scanning.
BAND:
Press this button to listen to the radio when a
cassette tape or CD is playing.
CD
TAPE:
Press this button to play a cassette tape or
a CD when listening to the radio.
A
(Eject): Press this button to eject a tape.
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Cassette
Tape
Messages
If
an error message appears while trying to play a
cassette tape, it could be for one of the following
reasons:
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e
TIGHT TAPE: The tape is tight and the player can’t
turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape
with the open end down and try to turn the right
hub counterclockwise with a pencil. Turn the tape
over and repeat. If the hubs do not turn easily, your
tape may be damaged and should not be used in
the player. Try a new tape to make sure your player
is working properly.
BROKEN TAPE: The tape is broken. Try a new tape.
CLEAN PLAYER: If this message appears on the
display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned.
It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as
possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player.
See
Care
of
Your
Cassette Tape Player
on
page
3-84.
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apter
Kits
It
is
possible to use a portable
CD
player adapter kit
with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass
feature on your tape player.
To activate the bypass feature, use the following steps:
1.
Turn the ignition on.
2.
Turn the radio
off.
3.
Insert the adapter into the cassette slot.
4. Press and hold the
CD
TAPE button until READY is
displayed.
The override feature will remain active until the eject
button is pressed.
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Playing
a Compact
Disc
Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up.
The player will pull it in. The disc should begin playing.
If you want to insert a CD while the ignition or the
radio is off, first press the eject button or DISP.
If you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc in the
player, it will stay in the player. When you turn on the
ignition or system, the disc will start playing where
it stopped,
if
it was the last selected audio source.
If an error appears on the display, see “Compact Disc
Errors” later in this section.
144
(Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to
quickly reverse within a track. You will hear sound.
2
DD
(Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton
to quickly advance within a track. You will hear sound.
4
RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear
the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order.
Press RDM again to turn
off
random play.
DISP
(Display):
Press this button to see which track is
playing. Press it again within five seconds to see
how long it has been playing. To change the default on
the display (track or elapsed time), push this button
until you see the display you want, then hold the knob
until the display flashes. The selected display will
now be the default.
la
SEEK
Dl
:
Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the
start of the current track
if
more than eight seconds have
played. If you hold the button or press it more than once,
the player will continue moving back through the disc.
Press the right SEEK arrow to go to the next track.
If
you hold the button or press it more than once, the
player will continue moving forward through the disc.
To scan CD tracks, press and hold one of the SEEK
arrows for two seconds until SCAN appears on the
display. You will hear a beep. The disc will go to the next
track, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next track.
The disc will only scan forward. Press one of the SEEK
arrows again to stop scanning.
BAND:
Press this button to listen to the radio when a
cassette tape or CD is playing.
CD TAPE: Press this button to change to playing a
cassette tape or a CD when listening to the radio.
(Eject): Press this button to eject a
CD.
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Compact
Disc
Era
CHECK CD:
If
this message appears on the radio
display, it could be due to one of the following reasons:
You’re driving on a very rough road. When the
road becomes smoother, the disc should play.
e
The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or upside down.
The air is very humid.
If
so,
wait about an hour and
try again.
If the
CD
is not playing correctly, for any other reason,
try a known good
CD.
If
any error occurs repeatedly or
if
an error can’t be
corrected, contact your dealer. If your radio displays
an error number, write it down and provide
it
to
your dealer when reporting the problem.
With the optional compact disc changer, you can play
up
to
12
discs continuously. Normal
size
discs may
be played using the trays supplied in the magazine.
Notice:
Place large objects in the trunk
appropriately
so
that they will not come into contact
with the CD changer. Damage could result that
wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
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You must first load the magazine with discs before you
can play a compact disc. Each of the 12 trays holds
one disc. Slide the button on the top of the magazine
and gently pull out one of the trays. Load the trays from
top to bottom, placing a disc on the tray label side
up.
If
you load a disc with the label side down, the disc
will not play and an error will occur. Gently push the
tray back into the magazine slot until it locks into place.
Repeat this procedure for loading up
to
12 discs in
the magazine.
Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine,
slide open the door
of
the compact disc
(CD)
changer.
Push the magazine into the changer in the direction
of the arrow marked on top of the magazine.
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1
Close the door by sliding it all the way to the right.
When the door is closed, the changer will begin
checking for discs in the magazine. This will continue
for up to one and a half minutes depending on the
number of discs loaded.
To eject the magazine from the player, slide the
CD changer door all the way open (to the left).
The magazine will automatically eject. Remember to
keep the door closed whenever possible to keep dirt
and dust from getting inside the changer.
Whenever
a
CD magazine with discs
is
loaded in the
changer and the door
is
closed, the CD changer
stack symbol will appear on the radio display. If the CD
changer is checking the magazine for CDs, the CD
changer stack symbol will flash on the display until the
changer is ready to play. When a CD begins playing,
the disc and track number will be displayed. The
disc numbers
are
listed on the front of the magazine.
All
of the CD functions are controlled by the radio
buttons except for ejecting the magazine.
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Playing
a
Compact
Disc
If
an error appears on the display, see "Compact Disc
Errors" later in this section.
144
(Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to
quickly reverse within a track. As the CD reverses,
elapsed time will be displayed to help you find
the correct passage.
2
DD
(Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to
quickly advance within a track. As the CD advances,
elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the
correct passage.
4
RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to enter the
random play mode. RAND will appear on the display.
While in this mode, tracks and discs will be played in
random, rather than sequential, order. Press this
pushbutton again to turn
off
the random feature and
return to normal operation.
6 SIDE: Press this pushbutton to select the next disc in
the magazine. Each time you press SIDE, the disc
number on the radio display will go to that of the next
available CD.
DlSP (Display): Press this button to see how long the
current track has been playing. Press this button again to
display the disc and track number.
To
change what is
normally shown on the display (track or elapsed time),
press this button until you see the display you want, then
hold this button until the display flashes and a chime is
heard. While elapsed time is showing, CD TIME will
appear on the display.
kl
SEEK
Dl
:
Press the left arrow while playing a CD
to go back
to
the start of the current track
if
more
than eight seconds have played.
If
you press it more
than once, the player will continue moving backward
through the disc.
Press the right arrow and it will go to the next track on
the disc.
If
you press it more than once, the player
will continue moving forward through the disc.
When you press the left SEEK arrow for two seconds
you will hear a beep. The disc will play the first few
seconds of each track on each disc. DISC SCAN will
appear on the display. Press the left SEEK arrow again
to stop scanning.
BAND:
Press this button to return
to
listening to the
radio while a CD is playing.
CD or CD
TAPE:
Press this button to play a CD
if
you
have a magazine loaded in the changer when listening
to the radio. You can
also
press this button to switch
between a cassette tape, CD or the CD changer
if
all three are loaded.
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Compact
Disc
Errors
E
(Error):
If
this message and a number appear on the
display, an error has occurred.
If
the error occurred while trying to play a CD in the
compact disc player or changer, the following conditions
may have caused the error:
0
E30: You’re driving on a very rough road. When the
road becomes smoother, the disc should play.
E30: The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or upside
down.
0
E30: The air is very humid.
If
so,
wait about an
hour and try again.
E34: The CD Changer door is open. Completely
close the door to restore normal operation.
E35: An empty magazine is inserted
in
the CD
changer. Try the magazine again with a disc loaded
on one of the trays.
If
any error occurs repeatedly or
if
an error cannot be
corrected, contact your dealership.
If
your radio displays
an error number other than the error codes listed
previously, write it down and provide it to your dealership
when reporting the problem.
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Ra
io
Controls
If
your vehicle has this feature it will enable two drivers
to store and recall personal settings for radio presets,
last tuned station, volume, tone and audio source
(radio, cassette or CD).
The memory buttons
(1
or
2)
for this feature are located
on the driver’s door panel and correspond to the
numbers
(1
or
2)
found on the back of each remote
keyless entry transmitter.
To recall audio sources, press the unlock button on the
remote keyless entry transmitter and turn the ignition
on. The source last listened to will be recalled for
the identified driver
(1
or
2).
To program this feature, do the following:
1.
Set all radio preferences. For more information see
“Setting Preset Stations” and “Setting the Tone”
listed for your particular radio.
2.
Locate the memory buttons on the driver’s door
panel.
.?~
Press
one
nf
the
memory
hllttnns
(1
or
3)
rlntil
you
hear two beeps. The beeps confirm that your
selection has been saved and can now be recalled.
Follow these steps each time you want to change the
stored settings.
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Theft-Deterrent Feature
THEFTLOCK@ is designed to discourage theft of your
radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio
functions whenever battery power is removed and the
radio is placed in a different vehicle. This feature
requires no user input to be activated. It is automatically
armed when it is put into the vehicle for the first time.
When the ignition is turned off, the blinking red light
indicates that THEFTLOCK@ is armed.
If THEFTLOCK@ is activated, your radio will not operate
if
stolen. The radio will display LOCKED and a red
LED indicator light will come on above the key symbol
to indicate a locked condition. If this occurs, the radio will
need to be returned to the dealer.
Audio
Steering Wheel Controls
If
your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain
radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel.
SOURCE:
Press this button to play a cassette tape or
compact disc when listening to the radio. If a cassette
tape and a compact disc are both loaded, the system
will
go to the tape play first.
MUTE:
Press this button to silence the system. Press it
again to turn on the sound.
A
VOb
(Volume)
v:
Press the up or down arrow
to
increase or decrease volume.
A
SEEK
v
:
Press the up arrow to seek to the next
station and the down arrow to seek to the previous
station. The sound will mute while seeking. When
playing a cassette tape or a compact disc, press the
up arrow to hear the next selection.
AM
FM
(BAND): Press this button to choose AM, FM1,
FM2, XMI or XM2 (USA only,
if
your radio is equipped
with XMTM Satellite Radio Service).
SCAN: Press this button to scan your radio preset
stations. The radio will scan to the first preset station
stored on your pushbuttons, play for a few seconds,
then go on to the next preset station. The radio will
scan preset stations with a strong signal only. Press this
button again to stop scanning.
ndeastan
Radio
Reception
AM
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. Try
reducing the treble to reduce this noise
if
you ever get it.
FM
Stereo
FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals
will reach only about
10
to
40
miles
(16
to
65
km).
Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals,
causing the sound to come and go.
XMTM
Satellite Radio Service
XMTM Satellite Radio gives you digital radio reception
from coast to coast. Just as with FM, tall buildings
or hills can interfere with Satellite radio signals, causing
the sound to come and go. Your radio may display
‘‘!;e
!XGPJ,A,L”
ts
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Care
of
Your
Cassette
Tape
Player
A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause
reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged
mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their
cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and
extreme heat.
If
they aren’t, they may not operate
properly or may cause failure of the tape player.
Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after
every
50
hours of use. Your radio may display CLEAN
PLAYER
to
indicate that you have used your tape
player for
50
hours without resetting the tape clean
timer.
If
this message appears on the display, your
cassette tape player needs
to
be cleaned. It will still
play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible
to
prevent damage to your tapes and player.
If
you
notice a reduction in sound quality, try a known good
cassette
to
see
if
the tape or the tape player is at fault.
If this other cassette has no improvement in sound
quality, clean the tape player.
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 tape as
a damaged tape,
in
error.
If
the cleaning cassette ejects,
insert the cassette at least three times
to
ensure
thorough cleaning.
You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type
cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt
to
clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette
will
not eject on its own. A non-scrubbing action cleaner
may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type
cleaner. The use of a non-scrubbing action, dry-type
cleaning cassette is not recommended.
After you clean the player, press and hold the eject
button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN PLAYER
indicator. The radio will display
---
to show the indicator
was reset.
Cassettes are subject
to
wear and the sound quality
may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette
tape is in good condition before you have your tape
player serviced.
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Care
of
Your
CB
Handle discs carefully. Store them
in
their original cases
or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight
and dust.
If
the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen
a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution
and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Be sure never to touch the side without writing when
handling discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer
edges or the edge
of
the hole and the outer edge.
Care of Your
69
Player
The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to
the risk
of
contaminating the lens
of
the CD optics
with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.
rsity
Antenna
System
Your AM-FM antennas are located in the windshield and
rear window. Be sure that the inside surfaces of the
windshield and rear window are not scratched and that
the lines on the glass are not damaged.
If
the inside
surfaces are damaged, they could interfere with
radio reception. Also, for proper radio reception, the
antenna connectors at the top-center
of
the front
and rear windows need
to
be properly attached to the
posts on the glass.
Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting. The metallic film
in
some tinting materials will interfere with or distort
the incoming radio reception.
Notice:
Do not try to clear frost or other material
from the inside of the rear window with a razor blade
or anything else that is sharp. This may damage
the rear defogger grid and affect your radio’s ability
to pick up stations clearly. The repairs wouldn’t
be covered by your warranty.
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If, when you turn on your rear window defogger, you
hear static on your radio station, it could mean that
a defogger grid line has been damaged.
If
this is true,
the grid line must be repaired.
If you choose to add an aftermarket cellular telephone
to your vehicle, and the antenna needs to be attached to
the glass, be sure that you do not damage the grid
lines for the
AM-FM
antennas or place the cellular
telephone antenna over the grid lines.
XM
Satellite Radio Antenna System
Chime Level Adjustment
The volume level of the vehicle’s chimes can be
controlled by the radio. To change the volume level,
press and hold pushbutton
6
with the ignition on and the
radio power off. The chime volume level will change
from the normal level to loud, and
LOUD
will be
displayed on the radio. To change back to the default
or normal setting, press and hold pushbutton
6
again.
The chime level will change from the loud level
to normal, and NORMAL will be displayed.
Your
XMTM
Satellite Radio antenna is located on the
roof of your vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of
snow and ice build up for clear radio reception.
3-86
Your Driving, the Road, and
Your Vehicle
Defensive Driving
The best advice anyone can give about driving is:
Drive defensively.
Please start with a very important safety device in your
vehicle: Buckle up. See
Safety Belts: They Are for
Everyone
on
page
1-8.
Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.”
On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means
“always expect the unexpected.”
Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to
be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what
they might do. Be ready for their mistakes.
Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of
accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following
distance.
It’s
the best defensive driving maneuver, in both
city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in
front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly.
Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on
the driving task. Anything that distracts from the
driving task
-
such as concentrating on a cellular
telephone call, reading, or reaching for something on
the floor
-
makes proper defensive driving more difficult
and can even cause a collision, with resulting injury.
Ask a passenger to help do things like this, or pull
off
the
road in a safe place to do them yourself. These simple
defensive driving techniques could save your life.
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Drunken
Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is
a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to
the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims
every year.
Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to
drive a vehicle:
Judgment
Muscular Coordination
Vision
Attentiveness.
Police records show that almost half of all motor
vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases,
these deaths are the result of someone who was
drinking and driving. In recent years, more than
16,000
annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been
associated with the use of alcohol, with more than
300,000
people injured.
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
US.
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. But what
if
people do? How much is
“too much”
if
someone plans to drive? It’s a lot less than
many might think. Although it depends on each person
and situation, here is some general information on
the
problem.
The
Blood
Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone
who is drinking depends upon four things:
The amount of alcohol consumed
0
The drinker’s body weight
0
The amount of food that is consumed before and
during drinking
0
The
Ipngth
nf
time
it
h9-s
tg.ken
the
drinker
tn
consume the alcohol.
4-3
But the ability to drive
is
affected well below a BAC
of
0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills
of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching
0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All
drivers are impaired at BAC levels above
0.05
percent.
Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision
increases sharply
for
drivers who have a BAC of
0.05
percent or above.
A
driver with a BAC level of
0.06 percent has doubled his or her chance
of
having a
collision.
At
a BAC level of 0.10 percent, the chance
of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater; at a
level
of
0.15
percent, the chance
is
25 times greater!
The body takes about an hour to rid itself
of
the
aicohoi
in one drink. No amount
of
coffee or number of cold
showers will speed that up.
“I’ll
be careful” isn’t the right
answer. What
if
there’s an emergency, a need to
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.
There’s something
else
abwt
drinking and driving that
many people don’t know. Medical research shows
that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash
injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal
cord or heart. This means that when anyone who
has been drinking
-
driver or passenger
-
is
in
a crash, that person’s chance
of
being killed or
permanently disabled is higher than
if
the person
had not been drinking.
Drinking and then driving
is
very dangerous.
Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness and
judgement can be affected by even a small
amount of alcohol. You can have a serious
-
or
even fatal
-
collision
if
you drive after drinking.
Please don’t drink and drive or ride with a driver
who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if
not drink.
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\-yI.fh
sr~yp,
&signate
a
driver
whn
will
4-5
Control
of
a
Vehicle
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.
Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice,
it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the
tires and road can provide. That means you can
lose control
of
your vehicle. Also see
Traction Control
System (TCS) on page
4-9.
Braking
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.
But that’s only an average. It might be less with one
driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with
another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination
and eyesight all play a part.
So
do alcohol, drugs
and frustration. But even in
3/4
of
a second, a vehicle
moving at
60
mph (100 km/h) travels
66
feet
(20
m).
That could be a lot of distance in an emergency,
so
keeping enough space between your vehicle and
others is important.
And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly
with the surface of the road (whether it’s pavement
or gravel); the condition of the road (wet, dry, icy);
tire tread; the condition
of
your brakes; the weight of
the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied.
4-6
Avoid needless heavy braking. Sone people drive
in spurts
-
heavy acceleration followed by heavy
braking
-
rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is
a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool
between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much
faster
if
you do a lot
of
heavy braking. If you keep pace
with the traffic and allow realistic following distances,
you will eliminate a
lot
of
unnecessary braking.
That means better braking and longer brake life.
If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brake
normally but don’t pump your brakes.
If
you do,
the pedal may get harder to push down.
If
your engine
stops, you will still have some power brake assist.
But you will use it when you brake. Once the power
assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and
the brake pedal will be harder to push.
Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes.
ABS
is an advanced
electronic braking system that will help prevent a
braking skid.
When you start your engine, or when you begin to drive
away, your anti-lock brake system wiii check itself.
You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while
this test is going on, and you may even notice that
your brake pedal moves or pulses a little. This is normal.
If there’s a problem with
the anti-lock brake system,
this warning light will
stay on. See
Anti-Lock
Brake
System
Warning
Light on page
3-39.
4-7
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure
faster than any driver could. The computer is
programmed to make the most of available tire and road
conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle
while braking hard.
Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely.
Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front
of
you.
You
slam on the brakes and continue braking.
Here’s what happens with
ABS:
A
computer senses that wheels are slowing down.
If
one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer
will separately work the brakes at each front wheel
and at both rear wheels.
As
you brake,
your
computer keeps receiving updates
on wheel speed and controls braking pressure
accordingly.
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Remember: Anti-iock doesn’t change the time
you
need
to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always
decrease stopping distance.
If
you get
too
close to the
vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply
your brakes
if
that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Always leave enough room up ahead
to
stop, even
though you have anti-lock brakes.
Using
Anti-Lock
Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down
firmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may feel a
slight brake pedal pulsation or notice some noise, but
this is normal.
Braking in Emergencies
With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same
time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more
than even the very best 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 may feel or hear the system working, but this is
normal.
If
your
vehicle
is
in
cruise control when the traction
control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise
control will automatically disengage. When road
conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may
reengage the cruise control. See “Cruise Control” under
Turn
Signal/Multifunction
Lever
on
page
3-5.
4-9
This light should come on
briefly when you start the
engine.
If
it
stays on or
TRACTION
OFF1
comes on while you
are driving, there’s a
I
problem with your traction
control system.
See
Traction Control System
(TCS)
Warning Light on
page
3-39.
When this warning light is on, the system will
not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly.
The traction control system automatically comes
on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin.
especially in slippery road conditions, you should
always leave the system on. But you can turn the
traction control system
off
if
you ever need to.
You
should turn the system
off
if
your vehicle ever gets stuck
in
sand, mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is
required. See “Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out”
under
If
You
Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice
or
Snow on
page
4-30.
To turn the system
off,
press the TRACTION
OFF
button located at the end of the shift lever
on
the right
side of the steering wheel.
The traction control system warning light will come on
and stay on.
If
the system is limiting wheel spin when you
press the button, the warning light will come on
-
but the
system won’t turn off right away.
It
will wait until there’s no
longer a current need to limit wheel spin.
You
can turn the system back
on
at any time by
pressing the button again. The traction control system
warning light should go off.
4-1
0
Steering
Power Steering
If you lose power steering assist because the engine
stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer
but
it
will
take much more effort.
Steering Tips
Driving on Curves
It’s important
to
take curves at a reasonable speed.
A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on
the news happen on curves. Here’s why:
Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to
the same laws
of
physics when driving on curves.
The traction of the tires against the road surface makes
it possible for the vehicle to change its path when
you turn the front wheels. If there’s no traction, inertia
will keep the vehicle going in the same direction.
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The traction you can get in a curve depends on the
condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at
which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you’re
in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control.
Suppose you’re steeriag through a sharp curve. Then you
suddenly accelerate. Both control systems
-
steering
and acceleration
-
have to do their work where the tires
meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can
demand too much of those places. You can lose control.
See
Traction Control
System
(TCS) on page
4-9.
What should you do
if
this ever happens? Ease up on
the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you
want it to go, and slow down.
If you have Stabilitrak@, you may see the STABILITY
SYSTEM ACTIVE message on the Driver Information
Center. See “Stability System Active Message”
under
DIC Warnings and Messages on page
3-50.
Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should
adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds
are based on good weather and road conditions.
Under less favorable conditions you’ll want to go slower.
If
you need to reduce your speed as you approach
a
curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front
wheels are straight ahead.
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Steering in Emergencies
There are times when steering can be more effective
than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find
a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls
out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between
parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can
avoid these problems by braking
-
if
you can stop
in time. But sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room.
That’s the time for evasive action
-
steering around
the problem.
Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like
these. First apply your brakes.
See
Braking
on
page
4-6.
It is better to remove as
much speed as you can from a possible collision.
Then steer around the problem, to the left or right
depending on the space available.
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.
The fact that such emergency situations are always
possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving
at all times and wear safety belts properly.
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You may find that your right wheels have dropped
off
the
edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving.
If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the
accelerator and then,
if
there is nothing in the way,
steer
so
that your vehicle straddles the edge of
the pavement. You can turn the steering wheel up
to
one-quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the
pavement edge. Then turn your steering wheel to
go straight down the roadway.
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The driver
of
a vehicle about to pass another on a
two-lane highway waits for just the right moment,
accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then
goes back into the right lane again.
A
simple maneuver?
Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-iane
highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the
passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming
traffic for several seconds.
A
miscalculation, an error in
judgment, or a brief surrender to frustration or anger
can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the
worst of
all
traffic accidents
-
the head-on collision.
So here are some tips for passing:
“Drive ahead.” Look down the road, to the sides
and to crossroads for situations that might affect
your passing patterns. If you have any doubt
whatsoever about making a successful pass,
wait for a better time.
Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings and
lines.
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indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your pass.
A
broken center line usually indicates it’s all
right to pass (providing the road ahead is clear).
Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or
a double solid line, even
if
the road seems empty
of
approaching
traffic.
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Loss
of
Control
Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens
when the three control systems (brakes, steering and
acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires
meet the road to do what the driver has asked.
In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer
and constantly seek an escape route or area of
less danger.
Skidding
In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.
Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable
care suited to existing conditions, and by not “overdriving”
those conditions. But skids are always possible.
The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle’s
three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels
aren’t rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much
speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose
throttle causes the driving wheels to spin.
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cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off
the accelerator pedal.
If
you have the traction control system, remember:
It helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If you do not
have traction control, or
if
the system is
off,
then
an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing
your foot off the accelerator pedal.
If
your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot
off
the
accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want
the vehicle to go.
If
you start steering quickly enough,
your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready
for a second skid
if
it
occurs.
If you have Stabilitrak@, you may see the STABILITY
SYSTEM ACTiVE message
on
the Driver Information
Center. See “Stability System Active Message”
under DIC
Warnings and Messages on page
3-50.
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5
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.
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). Any sudden changes could cause the tires
to slide.
You
may not realize the surface is slippery
until your vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning
clues
-
such as enough water, ice or packed snow
on the road to make a “mirrored surface”
-
and slow
down when you have any doubt.
Remember: Any anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps
avoid only the braking skid.
Driving
at
Night
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Night driving is more dangerous than day driving.
One reason is that some drivers are likely to be
impaired
-
by alcohol
or
drugs, with night vision
problems, or by fatigue.
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Drive defensively.
Don’t drink and drive.
Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the
glare from headlamps behind you.
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.
What you do in the daytime can also affect your night
sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes
will have less trouble adjusting to night. But
if
you’re
driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night. They may
cut down on glare from headlamps, but they also make
a lot of things invisible.
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headlamps.
It
can take
a
second or two, or even
several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark.
When you are faced with severe glare (as from a
driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle
with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid
staring directly into the approaching headlamps
Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle
clean
-
inside and out. Glare at night is made much
worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass
can build up a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes
lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would,
making the pupils
of
your eyes contract repeatedly.
Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a
roadway when you are in a turn or curve. Keep your
eyes moving; that way, it’s easier to pick out dimly
lighted objects. Just as your headlamps should be
checked regularly for proper aim,
so
should your eyes
be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from
night blindness
-
the inability to see in dim light
-
and
aren’t even aware of it.
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Driving in Rain and
on
Wet
Roads
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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. Even
if
your
windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain
can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals,
pavement markings, the edge of the road and even
people walking.
It’s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in
good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled
with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts
when they show signs
of
streaking or missing areas
on the windshield, or when strips
of
rubber start
to separate from the inserts.
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.
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Driving too fast through large water puddles or even
going through some car washes can cause problems,
too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid
puddles. But
if
you can’t, try to slow down before you
hit the
r
Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t
work as well in a quick stop and may cause
pulling to one side. You could lose control
of
the vehicle.
After driving through a large puddle
of
water
or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly
until your brakes work normally.
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Hydroplaning
Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up
under your tires that they can actually ride on the
water. This can happen
if
the road is wet enough and
you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is
hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can
if
your tires do not have much tread or
if
the pressure in
one or more is low. It can happen
if
a lot of water is
standing on the road. If you can see reflections
from trees, telephone poles or other vehicles, and
raindrops “dimple” the water’s surface, there could be
hydroplaning.
Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds.
There just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning.
The best advice is to slow down when it is raining.
Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Notice:
If you drive too quickly through deep
puddles or standing water, water can come
in
through your engine’s air intake and badly damage
your engine. Never drive through water that is
slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle.
If you can’t avoid deep puddles or standing
water, drive through them very slowly.
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creates strong
forces. If you try to drive through flowing
water, as you might at a low water crossing,
your vehicle can be carried away.
As
little as
six inches of flowing water can carry away a
smaller vehicle.
If
this happens, you and other
vehicle occupants could drown. Don’t ignore
police warning signs, and otherwise be very
cautious about trying to drive through flowing
water.
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
Besides slowing down, allow some extra following
distance. And be especially careful when you
pass another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear
room ahead, and be prepared to have your
view restricted by road spray.
Have good tires with proper tread depth.
See
Tires
on page
5-61.
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City
Driving
One of the biggest problems with city streets
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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.
most large cities. You’ll save time and energy.
See the next part, “Freeway Driving.’’
Treat a green light as a warning signal.
A
traffic
light is there because the corner is busy enough
to
need it. When a light turns green, and just before
you start
to
move,
check
both ways for vehicles
that have not cleared the intersection or may
be running the red light.
Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross
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Freeway Driving
Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,
expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the
safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules.
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. Try to determine where you expect
to blend with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close
to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal,
check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as
often as necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the
traffic flow.
Once you are
on
the freeway, adjust your speed to the
posted limit or to the prevailing rate
if
it’s slower.
Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass.
Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use
your turn signal.
Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your
shoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehicle in
your “blind” spot.
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Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you
allow a reasonable following distance.
Expect to move slightly slower at night.
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the
proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit,
do
not, under any circumstances, stop and Sack
up.
Drive on to the next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed
according to your speedometer, not to your sense
of
motion. After driving for any distance at higher
speeds, you may tend to
think
you
are
going
dower
than you actually are.
Before
Leaving
on
a
Long
Trip
Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested.
If
you
must start when you’re not fresh
-
such as after a day’s
work
-
don’t plan to make too many miles that first
part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
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Is your vehicle ready for a long trip?
If
you keep it
serviced and maintained, it’s ready to go.
If
it needs
service, have it done before starting out. Of course,
you’ll find experienced and able service experts
in dealerships all across North America. They’ll be
ready and willing to help
if
you need it.
Here are some things you can check before a trip:
Windshield Washer Fluid:
Is
the reservior full?
Are all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:
Are they in good shape?
Fuel! Engine Oil. Other Fluids:
Have you checked
all levels?
Lamps:
Are they
all
working? Are the lenses clean?
Tires:
They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip.
Is
the tread good enough for
long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to
the recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts:
What’s the weather outlook
along your route? Should you delay your trip a
short time to avoid a major storm system?
Maps:
Do you have up-to-date maps?
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Highway Hypnosis
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.
Don’t let
it
happen to you! If it does, your vehicle can
leave the road in
less than
a
second,
and you could
crash and be injured.
What can you do about highway hypnosis?
First, be aware that it can happen.
Then here are some tips:
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Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a
comfortably cool interior.
Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and
to the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your
instruments frequently.
If
you get sleepy, pull
off
the road into a rest,
service or parking area and take a nap, get
some
exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness
on the highway as an emergency.
Hill
and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from
driving in fiat or rolling terrain.
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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.
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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.
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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.
if you don't shift down, -our brakes could get
so
hot that they wouldn't work well. You would
then have poor braking or even none going
down a hill. You could crash. Shift down to let
downhill slope.
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accident.
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.
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Winter Driving
Here are some tips for winter driving:
Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.
You may want to put winter emergency supplies in
your trunk.
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.
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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.
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Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.
If
you have no blankets or extra clothing, make
body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags,
floor mats
-
anything you can wrap around
yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
You can run the engine to keep warm, but be ca---%I.
Snow
can trap exhaust gases under your
vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon
monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could
overcome
you
and
kill
you. You 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 that
is 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 side of the
vehicle that’s away from the wind. This will help
keep CO out.
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Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves
fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster
than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly.
This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps
the battery charged.
You
will need a well-charged battery
to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on
with your headlamps. Let the heater run for a while.
Then, shut the engine
off
and close the window almost all
the way to preserve the heat. 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.
If
You
Are
Stuck:
In
Sand,
Mud.
Ice
or
Snow
In order
to
free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will
need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your
wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can
help you get out when you’re stuck, but
you
must
use caution.
If
you let your tires spin at high speed, they can
explode, and you or others could be injured.
And, the transaxle or other parts
of
the vehicle
can overheat. That could cause an engine
compartment fire or other damage. When you’re
stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible.
Don’t spin the wheels above
35
mph
(55
km/h)
as shown on the speedometer.
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The other label is the Certification label, found on the
rear edge of the driver’s
door.
It tells you the gross
weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the
weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo.
Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or
rear axle.
And,
if
you do have a heavy load, you should spread it
out. Don’t carry more than
176
Ibs.
(80
kg) in your trunk.
Do
not ad your vehicle any heavier than the
GVWR,
or either
the
maximum front
or
rear
GAWR.
If
you do, parts on your vehicle can
break, and
it
can change the way your vehicle
handles. These could cause you to lose
control and crash.
Also,
overloading can
shorten the life of your vehicle.
Notice:
Your warranty does not cover parts or
components that fail because of overloading.
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Towing a Trailer
If
you d-..’t use the correct equipmer., and
drive properly, you can lose control when you
pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer
is
too
heavy, the brakes may not work well
--
or even
at all. You and your passengers could be
seriously injured. You may also damage your
vehicle; the resulting repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Pull a trailer only if
you have followed
all
the steps
in
this section.
Ask
your dealer for advice and information
about towing
a trailer with your vehicle.
Your vehicle can tow a trailer
if
it is equipped with the
proper trailer towing equipment. 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 part. In it are many time-tested.
important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of
these are important for your safety and that of your
passengers.
So
please read this section carefully before
you pull a trailer.
Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle,
wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder
against the drag of the added weight. The engine
is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and
under greater loads, generating extra heat. What’s more,
the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance,
increasing the pulling requirements.
4-36
Weight
of
the Trailer Tongue
The tongue load (A)
of
any trailer is an important weight
to measure because it affects the total
or
gross weight
of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you
may carry
in
it, and the people who will be riding in
the vehicle. And
if
you tow a trailer, you must add the
tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will
be carrying that weight, too. See
Loading
Your
Vehicle
on page 4-33
for more information about your
vehicle’s maximum load capacity.
A
B
If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch or a
weight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue (A)
should weigh
10-15
percent of the total loaded
trailer weight
(B).
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.
Total Weight
on
Your Vehicle’s Tires
Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper
limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on
the Tire-Loading information label located at the rear
edge of the driver’s door or see
Loading
Your
Vehicle on
page 4-33.
Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW
limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the
trailer tongue.
4-38
Hitches
It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment.
Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads
are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch.
Here are some rules to follow:
0
I
he rear bumper on your vehicle is not intended
for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other
bumper-type hitches to it. Use only a frame-mounted
hitch that does not attach to the bumper.
-
0
Will you have
to
make any holes in the body of your
vehicle when you install a trailer hitch?
If
you do, then
be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the
hitch.
If
you don’t seal them, deadly carbon monoxide
(CO)
from your exhaust can get into your vehicle.
See
Engine Exhaust on page
2-33.
Dirt and water
can also enter the vehicle.
You should always attach chains between your vehicle
and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the
tongue of the trailer
so
that the tongue will not drop
to the road
if
it becomes separated from the hitch.
Instructions about safety chains may be provided by
the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer.
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching
safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper.
Always leave just enough slack
so
you can turn with
your rig. And, never allow safety chains to drag on
the ground.
Trailer Brakes
Does your trailer have its own brakes? 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 you 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.
4-39
Trailer Wiring Harness
All
of
the electrical circuits required for your trailer
lighting system can be accessed at the driver’s side rear
lamp connector. This connector is located under the
carpet on the rear corner of the trunk compartment.
Driving with a Trailer
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.
Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get
to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of
handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer.
And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are
driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as
responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
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.
Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as
you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.
This can help you avoid situations that require
heavy braking and sudden turns.
Passing
You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when
you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal
longer, you’ll need
to
go much farther beyond the
passed vehicle before you can return to your lane.
4-40
Backing
Up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.
Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand
to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your
hand to the right. Always back up slowly and,
if
possible,
have someone guide you.
Making Turns
Nofice:
Making very sharp turns while trailering
could cause the trailer to come in contact with the
vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid
When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than
normal.
Do
this
so
your trailer won’t strike soft shoulders,
curbs, road signs, trees or other objects. Avoid jerky or
sudden maneuvers. Signal well in advance.
making
very
sharp
turs;s
while
traifering.
Turn
Signals
When
Towing
a
Trailer
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a
different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring.
Check with your dealer. The arrows on your instrument
panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane
change. Properly hooked
up,
the trailer !amps
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. Thus, you may think drivers behind
you
are
seeing
your
sigriaf when
they are not.
It’s important to check occasionally to be sure the
trailer bulbs are still working.
Your vehicle has bulb warning lights. When you plug
a trailer lighting system into your vehicle’s lighting
system, its bulb warning lights may not let you know
if
one of your lamps goes out.
So,
when you have a trailer
lighting system plugged in, be sure to check your
vehicle and trailer lamps from time to time to be sure
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Once
~OII
disconnect the
trailer
lamps, the bulb warning lights again can tell you
if
one
of your vehicle lamps is out.
4-41
Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear
before
you start
down a long or steep downgrade.
If
you don’t shift
down, you might have to use your brakes so much that
they would get hot and no longer work well.
On a long uphill grade, shift down to THIRD
(3)
and
reduce your speed to around
45
mph
(70
km/h) to
reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle
overheating.
Parking on
Hills
You real
she-
~~~ ~~ ~~
-
park your vehic
.
wi-.. a
trailer attached, on a hill.
If
something goes
wrong, your rig could start to move. People
can be injured, and both your vehicle and the
trailer can be damaged.
But
if
you ever have to park your rig on a hill,
here’s how to do it:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into
PARK (P) yet.
Have someone place chocks under the trailer
wheels.
When the wheel chocks are in place, release the
regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load.
Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your
parking brake, and then shift to
PARK
(P).
Release the regular brakes.
4-42
When
You
Are
Ready
to
Leave
Aft
Parking on a Hill
1.
Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down
while you:
start your engine,
shift into a gear, and
release the parking brake.
2.
Let up on the brake pedal.
3.
Drive slowly until the trailer
is
clear of the chocks.
4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the
chocks.
When Trailer Towing
Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re
pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more
on this. Things that are especially important in trailer
operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don’t overfill),
engine
oil,
drive belt, cooling system and brake system.
Each of these is covered in this manual, and the
Index will help you find them quickly.
If
you’re trailering,
it’s a good idea to review this information before you
start your trip.
Check periodically to see that
all
hitch nuts and bolts
are
tight.
Engine Cooling When ‘Trailer Towing
Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during
severe operating conditions. See
Engine Overheating on
page
5-28.
4-43
NOTES
4-44
Section
5
Service and Appearance Care
Service
............................................................
5.3
Doing Your Own Service Work
.........................
5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle
..............................................
5-4
Fuel
...............................................................
-5-5
Gasoline Octane
...........................................
-5-5
Gasoline Specifications
...................................
-5-5
California Fuel
...............................................
5.6
Additives
.......................................................
5.6
Fuels in Foreign Countries
...............................
5-7
Filling Your Tank
............................................
5-7
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
.......................
5-9
Checking Things Under the Hood
....................
5-10
Hood Release
..............................................
5-1
1
Engine Compartment Overview
.......................
5-12
Engine Oil
..................................................
5-13
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
................................
5-19
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
..............................
5-22
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le
bUUldl
It
d.L*
Radiator Pressure Cap
....
..................
-5-27
Engine Overheating
.........
...................
5.28
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..
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n
.
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...
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.............................................
Cooling System
..........................................
-5-30
Power Steering Fluid
.....................................
5-38
Windshield Washer Fluid
................................
5-39
Brakes
.................
................................
5-40
Battery
........................................................
5.43
Jump Starting
...............................................
5-45
Headlamp Aiming
...........................................
5-51
Headlamp Vertical Aiming
.............................
5.53
Headlamp Horizontal Aiming
...........................
5.52
Bulb Replacement
..........................................
5.55
Halogen Bulbs
..............................................
5.55
Headlamps
.................................................
5-55
Taillamps and Back-up Lamps
.......................
5.58
Replacement Bulbs
.......................................
5.59
Front Turn Signal Lamps
...............................
5-56
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps
............
5.56
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
..............
5.60
Tires
..............................................................
5.61
Inflation
-
Tire Pressure
...............................
-5-62
Check Tire Pressure System
.........................
5-63
Tire Inspection and Rotation
...........................
5.64
Buying New Tires
.........................................
5.66
Wheel Replacement
.....................................
-5-68
When It Is Time for New Tires
.......................
5-65
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
..........................
5-67
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
..................
5-68
5- 1
Section
5
Service
and
Appearance Care
Tire Chains
...............................................
5-70
If a Tire Goes Flat
....................
.............
5.70
Changing a Flat Tire
.....................................
5-71
Compact Spare Tire
......................................
5-80
Appearance Care
............................................
5.81
Care
of
Safety Belts
......................................
5.84
Weatherstrips
...............................................
5.84
Sheet Metal Damage
.....................................
5.86
Finish Damage
.............................................
5.86
Underbody Maintenance
................................
5.87
Chemical Paint Spotting
.................................
5.87
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
...........
5.87
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
.................
5-81
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
.................
5-84
Vehicle Identification
......................................
5.89
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
.................
5.89
Service Parts Identification Label
...
..........
5.89
Electrical System
........................................
5.90
Add-on Electrical Equipment
..........................
5.90
Power Windows and Other Power Options
.......
5-90
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
............................
5.90
Capacities and Specifications
..........................
5.98
Normal Maintenance Replacement
Parts
..........
5.99
Removing the Rear Seat Cushion
.....
......
5.93
5-2
You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list
the mileage and the date of any service work you
perform. See
Part
E:
Maintenance
Record
on
page
6-24.
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle
You can be injured and your vehicle could be
damaged if you try to do service work on a
vehicle without knowing enough about
it.
Be sure you have sufficient knowledge,
experience, the proper replacement parts
and tools before you attempt any vehicle
maintenance task.
Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and
other fasteners. “English” and “metric”
fasteners can be easily confused. If you
use the wrong fasteners, parts can later
break
or
fall
off.
You could be
hurt.
Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle
can affect the airflow around it. This may cause
wind noise and affect windshield washer performance.
Check with your dealer before adding equipment to
the outside of your vehicle.
5-4
Fuel
Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the
proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Gasoline
Octane
Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane
of
87
or higher.
If
the octane is less than
87,
you may
get a heavy knocking noise when you drive.
If
this
occurs, use a gasoline rated at
87
octane or higher as
soon as possible. Otherwise, you might damage
your engine.
A
little pinging noise when you acceierate
or drive uphill is considered normal. This does not
indicate a problem exists or that a higher-octane fuel
is
necessary.
If
you are using
87
octane or higher-octane
fuel and hear heavy knocking, your engine needs
service.
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.
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In Canada, look for the
“Auto Makers’ Choice”
label on the pump.
Canada Only
5-5
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. The malfunction indicator lamp may
turn on (see Malfunction lndicafor Lamp on page
3-47
)
and your vehicle may fail a smog-check test. If this
occurs, return
to
your authorized GM dealer for
diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused
by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered
by your warranty.
Additives
To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States
are now required
to
contain additives that
will
help
prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming,
allowing your emission control system
to
work
properly. You should not have
to
add anything
to
your fuel. Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as
ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be
available in your area
to
contribute
to
clean air.
General Motors recommends that you use these
gasolines, particularly
if
they comply with the
specifications described earlier.
Notice:
Your vehicle was not designed for fuel
that contains methanol. Don’t use fuel containing
methanol. It can corrode metal parts in your
fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber
parts. That damage wouldn’t be covered under
your warranty.
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low
emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive
called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl
(MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline
whether the fuel contains MMT. General Motors does
not recommend the use of such gasolines. Fuels
containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and
the performance of the emission control system may
be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on.
If
this occurs, return
to
your authorized GM dealer
for service.
5-6
While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap from the
hook on the fuel door.
To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left
(counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it;
if
you let go of the cap too
soon,
it will spring back
to the right.
If you get fuel on yourself and then something
ignites
it,
you could be badly burned. Fuel can
spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too
quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is
nearly full, and
is
more likely in hot weather.
Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any
“hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all
the way.
Be careful not to spill fuel. Clean fuel from painted
surfaces
as
soon
as
possible. See
Cleaning
the
Outside
of
Your
Vehicle
on
page
5-84.
5-8
Checking Things Under
the
Ho-d
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 e- ,ine parts
and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel,
oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and
other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or
others could be burned. Be careful not to drop
or spill things that will burn
onto
a hot engine.
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5-1
0
Engine Compartment
Overview
When you open the hood on the engine,
you’ll
see the following:
5-1
2
A.
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir
C. Remote Positive Terminal
D.
Engine Coolant Recovery Tank
E.
Radiator Pressure Cap
F.
Engine Oil Dipstick
G. Engine
Oil
Fill Cap
H. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick
I.
Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir
J.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
ENGINE
OIL
LOW
CHECK
LEVEL
I
If
the ENGINE
OIL
DIC message appears
on the instrument cluster,
it
means you need to
check your engine oil level
right away. For more
information, see DIC
Warnings
and
Messages
on
page
3-50.
LOW
-
CHECK LEVEL
You
should check your engine oil level regularly; this is
an added reminder.
5-1
3
What
Kind
of
Engine
Oil
to
Use
Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by
looking for the starburst symbol.
This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by
the American Petroleum Institute (API).
Do
not use
any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol.
If
you choose
to
perform
the engine oil change
service yourself, be sure
the oil you use has the
starburst symbol on the
front of the oil container.
If
you have your oil changed
for you, be sure the oil put
into you engine is American
Petroleum Institute certified
for gasoline engines.
You should also use the proper viscosity oil for yout
vehicle, as shown in the viscosity chart.
SAE 1OW-30 is the viscosity grade recommended for
your vehicle. However, you can use
SAE
5W-30
if
it's
going to be colder than 60°F
(1
6°C)
before your next oil
change. When it is very cold, colder than 0°F (-1
8"C),
you should use an SAE 5W-30 oil. These numbers on an
oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use
other viscosity grade oils, such as SAE
1
OW-40 or
SAE 20W-50 under any conditions.
I
RECOMMENOEO SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE
OILS
I
I
I
FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST
I
SAE VISCOSITY GRADE
OIL
FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE.
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I
HOT
WEATHER
COLD
WEATHER
DO NOT
USE
SAE
ZUW-50
OR
ANY
OTHER
GRADE
OIL
NOT
RECOMMENDED
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5-1
6
When
to
Change Engine Oil (Vehicles
with the
GM
Oil Life SystemTM)
If
so
equipped, your vehicle has a computer system that
lets you know when to change the engine oil and
filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine
temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving
conditions, the mileage at which an oil change will be
indicated can vary considerably. For the oil life system to
work properly, you must reset the system every time
the oil is changed.
When the system has calculated that oil life has been
diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is necessary.
A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will come on.
Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two
times you stop for fuel. It is possible that,
if
you are driving
under the best conditions, the oil life system may not
indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year.
However, your engine oil and filter must be changed at
least once a year and at this time the system must be
reset. It is also important to check your oil regularly and
keep it at the proper level.
If
the system is ever reset accidentally, you must
change your oil at
3,000
miles
(5
000
km) since your
last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system
whenever the oil is changed.
How
to Reset the
Oil
Life System
The GM Oil Life SystemTM calculates 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
CHANGE ENGINE
OIL
SOON message being
turned on, reset the system.
To reset the Oil Life System, do the following:
1.
Display the OIL LIFE INDEX on the DIC.
2. Press and hold the RESET button on the
DIC
for
more than five seconds. The oil life will change
to
100%.
5-1
8
2.
Remove the air intake hose that is snapped over
the throttle body by pulling the hose upward and
away from the throttle body which
is
located
near the top of the engine.
3.
Disconnect the
electrical connector
from the air intake
hose. This will allow
you to lift the rear
portion of the engine
air cleanedfilter
housing.
4.
After detaching the hose from the throttle body,
pull
back the entire rear portion of the engine
air cleaner/filter housing by pulling upward and
rearward.
5-20
How
to
Add
Fluid
Engine
Coolant
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine
what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See
Part
D:
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page
6-23
If
the fluid level is low, add only enough
of
the proper
fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on
the dipstick.
1. Pull out the dipstick.
2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the
dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level.
It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than
one pint
(0.5
L).
Don’t
ovedil/.
Notice:
We recommend you use
only
fluid labeled
DEXRON@-Ill, because fluid with that label
is
made especially for your automatic transaxle.
Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON@-Ill
is
not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
3.
After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described
4. When the correct fluid level
is
obtained,
push the dipstick back
in
all the way.
under “How to Check,” earlier in this section.
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.
The following explains your cooling system and how to
add coolant when it
is
low.
If
you have
a
problem
with engine overheating, see
Engine Overheating on
page
5-28.
A
50/50
mixture of clean, drinkable water and
DEX-COOL@
coolant will:
Give freezing protection down to
-34°F
(-37°C).
Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights and gages work as
they should.
5-24
Notice:
When adding coolant,
it
is
important that
you use only
DEX-COOL@
(silicate-free) coolant.
If coolant other than DEX-COOL@
is
added to the
system, premature engine, heater core or radiator
corrosion may result.
In
addition, the engine coolant
will require change sooner
--
at
30,000
miles
(50,000
km) 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.
What
to Use
Use a mixture of one-haii
clean,
brinkabie
water
and
one-half
DEX-COOL@
coolant which won’t damage
aluminum parts.
If
you use this coolant mixture,
you don’t need to add anything else.
Adding
o
ain water
tc
Dur
cooling !stem
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liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the
proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s
CAUTION: (Continued)
coc.,nt warning system
__
set fc- -he oper
coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong
mixture,
pur
engine
could
get
too hot
but
yobe
wouldn’t get the overheat warning. Your
engine could catch fire and you or others
could be burned. Use a
50/50
mixture of clean,
drinkable water and DEX-COOL@ coolant.
Notice:
If you use an improper coolant mixture,
your engine could overheat and be badly damaged.
The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your
warranty. Too much water
in
the mixture can freeze
and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and
other parts.
If
you have
to
add coolant more than four times a year,
have your dealer check your cooling system.
Notice:
st
you use tne proper cooiant, you
cion’t
have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim
to improve the system. These can be harmful.
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Checking
Coolant
The engine coolant
recovery tank is located
in
the engine compartment
on
the passenger’s side of
the vehicle. See
Engine
Compartment Overview
on
page
5-72
for more
information on location.
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Adding
Coolant
If
you need more coolant, add the proper
DEX-COOL@
coolant mixture
at
the coolant recovery tank,
but be
careful not to spill it.
The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your
engine is cold, the coolant level should be at FULL
COLD
or
a
little higher. When your engine is warm,
the level should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher.
I
Turnin, .he radial,. pressure cap -..ten 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.
5-26
Engine Overheating
You
will find a warning light about a hot engine as well
as an engine coolant temperature gage on your
vehicle’s instrument panel cluster.
If
Steam
Is
Coming From Your Engine
Steam from an overheated engine can burn
you badly, even
if
you just open the hood.
Stay away from the engine if 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.
If you keep driving when your engine is
overheated, the liquids in
it
can catch fire.
You or others could be badly burned. Stop
your engine if
it
overheats, and get out of the
vehicle until the engine is cool.
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.
5-28
If No
Steam
lis
Csrning
From
Your
Engine
If
you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear
no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Sometimes the engine can get a little
too
hot when you:
*
Climb a long
hill
on a hot day.
*
Stop after high-speed driving.
Idle for long periods in traffic.
*
Tow a trailer.
If
you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam,
try
this for a minute
or
so:
1.
2.
In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in NEUTRAL (N)
while stopped.
If
it is safe to do
so,
pull off the road,
shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and let the
engine idle.
Turn on your heater
to
full hot at the highest fan
speed and open the window as necessary.
If
you
no
longer
have the overheat warning, you can
drive. Just
to
be safe, drive slower for about
10
minutes.
If
the warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive
normally.
If
the warning continues and you have not stopped, pull
over,
stop,
and park your vehicle right away.
If
there’s still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine
for three minutes while you’re parked. If you still
have the warning,
turn
off
the engine and get everyone
out
of
the vehicle
until it cools down.
You
KZ~
decide
not
to
lift
the
hood but
to
get service
help right away.
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Cooling
System
When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what
you’ll see: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood
1
can start up even when the engine is not
running and can injure you. Keep hands,
clothing and tools away from any underhood
electric
fan.
If
the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling,
don’t do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle
should be parked on a level surface.
A.
Coolant Recovery Tank
B.
Radiator Pressure Cap
C. Electric Engine Cooling
Fans
See
Engine
Compartment
Overview
on page
5-12
for more information
on location.
5-30
The coolant level should
be
at or above the FULL
COLD mark when the engine is cold. The coolant level
should be at the FULL HOT mark under normal
operating conditions. If it isn’t, you may have a leak at
the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses,
radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling
system.
I
{eater and radiator hoses, and other engine
parts,
can be very hot. Don’t touch them.
If
you do, you can be burned.
Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run
the engine,
it
could lose all coolant. That could
cause an engine fire, and you could be burned.
Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle.
If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on, check
to
see if the electric engine cooling fans are running.
If
the engine is overheating, both fans should be
running.
If
they aren’t, your vehicle needs service.
Notice:
Engine damage from running your engine
without coolant
isn’t
covered
by
your warranty.
Notice:
When adding coolant,
it
is important that
you use only
DEX-COOL@
(silicate-free) coolant.
If
coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to
the system, premature engine, heater core or
radiator corrosion may result. In
~ addition, ~~~ ~~~~~~~~~ the ~ engine
coolant will require change sooner
-
at
30,000
miles
(50
000
km) 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.
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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
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.
-pressure cap
-
even
a
little
-
they
C~R
corne
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3.
Remove
the
3800
Series
ii
V6
engine cover
shield
to access the bleed valve.
3.2.
If
you
have the supercharged engine,
remove the nut in the center of the cover
shield.
3.3.
Lift the engine cover shield at the front, slide
the catch tab out of the engine bracket and
remove the cover shield.
3.4.
Put the oil fill tube, with cap attached, in the
valve cover oil fill hole until you're ready to
replace the cover shield.
4.
After the engine cools,
opent_hewoo!ant air
bleed valve. There
is one bleed valve.
It is located on the
thermostat housing.
3.1. Clean the area around the engine oil fill tube
and cap before removing. Twist the oil fill
tube, with cap attached, counterclockwise
and remove it.
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I
5.
Fill the radiator with the proper
DEX-COOL@
coolant mixture, up to the base
of
the filler
neck. See
Engine Coolant
on
page
5-24
for more
information about the proper coolant mixture.
If
you see a stream
of
coolant coming from an air
bleed valve, close the valve. Otherwise, close
the valve after the radiator is filled.
6.
Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine
and the compartment.
7.
Replace the
3800
Series
I1
V6
engine cover shield.
7.1.
Remove the oil
fill
tube, with cap attached,
from the valve cover.
7.2.
Insert the catch tab on the cover shield
under the bracket on the engine.
7.3.
Place the hole in the cover shield over the
hole in the valve cover. Install oil
fill
tube and
cap by twisting clockwise.
7.4.
If
you have the supercharged engine, install
the nut in the center of the cover shield.
8.
Then
fill
the coolant
recovery tank to the
FULL COLD mark.
9.
Put the cap back
on
the coolant recovery tank,
but leave the radiator pressure cap
off.
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10.
Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the
upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the
engine cooling fans.
11.
By
this
time, the coolant
level
inside the radiator
filler neck may be lower.
if
the level is lower, add
more of the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture
through the filler neck until the level reaches
the base of the filler neck.
12. Then replace the
pressure cap. At any
time during this
procedure
if
coolant
begins to flow out
of the filler neck,
reiestaltthe
-pefsu
re
cap. Be sure the arrow
on the pressure cap
lines up like this.
5-37
Power
Steering
Fluid
The power steering fluid
reservoir is located
below the generator and
behind the accessory drive
belt in the rear of the
engine compartment on
the passenger’s side of
the vehicle.
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
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.
How
to
Check Power Steering Fluid
Turn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down,
wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then
unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag.
Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove
the cap again and
look
at the fluid level on the dipstick.
The level should be at the FULL
COLD
mark.
If
necessary, add only enough fluid to bring the
level up
to
the mark.
What
to
Use
To
determine what kind of fluid to use, see
Part
D:
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
on
page
6-23.
Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper
fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.
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What
to
Use
When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure
to
read
the manufacturer’s instructions before use.
if
you will
be
operating your vehicle
in
an area where the
temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that
has sufficient protection against freezing. See
Engine
Compartment Overview on page
5-
12
for reservoir
location.
Open the cap with the
washer symbol on it.
Add washer fluid until the
tank is
full.
e
e
e
When using concentrated washer fluid,
follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
adding water.
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.
Also,
water doesn’t
clean as well as washer fluid.
Fill your washer fluid tank only three-quarters
full when
it’s
very cold. This allows for
expansion if freezing occurs,which-cauld
damage the tank if
it
is completely full.
Don’t use engine coolant (antifreeze) in your
windshield washer.
It
can damage your
washer system and paint.
5-39
Brakes
Brake
Fluid
leaking out of the brake system.
If
it is, you should have
your brake system fixed, since a leak means that
sooner or later your brakes won’t work well,
or
won’t
work at all.
So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off’ your brake fluid.
Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid
when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too
much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should
add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when
work is done on
e
brake hydraulic system
_.
Your master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’s side of
the engine compartment. It is filled with
DOT-3
brake
fluid. See
Engine Compartment Overview on page
5-12.
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
If you have too much brake fluid, it can spill on
the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is
hot enough. You or others could be burned,
and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake
fluid only when work is done on the brake
hydraulic system.
When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake
warning light will come on. A chime will sound
if
you try
to drive with this warning light on. See
Brake
System
Warning Light on page
3-38.
5-40
Notist?:
What
to
Add
When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake
fluid. Refer to
Part
D:
Recommended
Fluids
and
Lubricants
on
page
6-23.
Use new brake fluid from a
sealed container only.
Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area
around the cap before removing
it.
This will help
keep dirt from enterir he reservoir.
I
With
the wrong kind of fluid
in
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.
Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake
system parts. For example, just a few drops of
mineral-based oil, such as engine
oil,
in
your
brake system can damage brake system
parts
so
badly that they’ll have to be replaced.
Don’t let someone
put
in
the wrong kind of fluid.
0
If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle’s painted
surfaces, the paint finish can be damaged.
Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your
vehicle. If you do, wash
it
off
immediately.
See “Appearance Care’’
in
the Index.
I
5-4
1
Brake
Wear
Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make
a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads
are worn and new pads are needed. The sound
may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle
is moving (except when you are pushing on the
brake pedal firmly).
The brake wear warning sound means that soon
your brakes won’t work well. That could lead to
an accident. When you hear the brake wear
warning sound, have your vehicle serviced.
~~~~~~~
Notice:
Continuing
to
drive with worn-out brake
pads could result in costly brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake
squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean something is wrong with
your brakes.
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 Inspection on page
6-22.
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.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you apply the brakes, with or without the
vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear.
5-42
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many
parts have to be of top quality and work well together
if
the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle
was designed and tested with top-quality
GM
brake parts.
When you replace parts
of
your braking system
-
for
example, when your brake linings wear down and you
need new ones put in
-
be sure you get new approved
GM
replacement parts.
If
you don’t, your brakes may
no
longer work properly. For example,
if
someone puts in
brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the balance
between your front and rear brakes can change
-
for the
worse. The braking performance you’ve come to expect
can change in many other ways
if
someone puts in the
wrong replacement brake parts.
Battery
Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free
ACDelco@ battery. When it’s time for a new battery,
get one that has the replacement number shown
on
the originai battery’s iabei. vve recommena
an
ACDelco battery.
Warning:
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
The battery
is
located under the rear seat cushion.
To access the battery, see
Removing the Rear Seat
Cushion
on
page
5-93.
You don’t need to access
the battery to jump start your vehicle. See
Jump Starting
on pa--
5-45.
A
battery that
isn’t
properly vented can let
sulfuric acid fumes into the area under the rear
seat cushion. These fumes can damage your
rear seat safety belt systems. You may not be
able to see
this
damage, and the safety belts
might not provide the protection needed
in
a
crash. If a replacement battery
is
ever needed,
it
must be vented
in
the same manner as the
original battery. Always make sure that the
vent hose
is
properly reattached before
reinstalling the seat cushion.
5-43
Vehicle
Storage
If
you’re not going to drive you vehicle for
25
days
or more, remove the black, negative
(-)
cable
from the battery. This will help keep your battery
from running down.
To be sure the vent hose
(A)
is properly attached, the
vent hose connectors
(B)
must be securely reattached to
the vent outlets (C) on each side of the battery, and
the vent assembly grommet
(D)
must be secured to the
floor pan
(E).
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt
if
you
aren’t careful. See “Jump Starting” next for
tips on working around a battery without
getting hurt.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your
vehicle for longer storage periods.
Also,
for your audio system, see
Theft-Deterrent
Feature on page
3-82.
5-44
Jump
Starting
If
your vehicle’s battery has run down, you may want
to use another vehicle and some jumper cables
to
start your vehicle. Be sure to use the steps below to
do it safely.
Batteries can hurt
p
because:
Notice:
Ignoring
these steps could result
in
costly
damage
to
your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered
by your warranty.
Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling
it
won’t work, and
it
could damage your vehicle.
1.
Check the other vehicle.
It
must have
a
12-volt
battery with a negative ground system.
Notice:
If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system
with a negative ground, both vehicles can be
I
2; Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables
’hey can be dangerous damaged.
They contain acid that can burn you.
They contain gas that can explode or
@
They contain enough electricity to
ignite.
burn you.
If
you don’t follow these steps exactly, some
or all
of
these things can hurt you.
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.
To
avoid the possibility
of
the vehicles rolling, set
the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved
in the jump start procedure. Put an automatic
transaxle in PARK (P) or a manual transmission in
NEUTRAL
(N)
before setting the parking brake.
5-45
Notice:
If
you leave your radio on, it could be badly
damaged. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by
your warranty.
3.
Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug
unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette
lighter or in the accessory power outlet(s). Turn
off the radio and all lamps that aren’t needed.
This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries.
And it could save your radio!
4.
Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the
positive
(+)
and negative
(-)
terminal locations on
that vehicle.
Open the hood on your vehicle and find the remote
positive
(+)
terminal, located in the engine
compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle.
See
Engine Compartment Overview on page
5-12
for more information on location.
5.
Access the remote
positive
(+)
terminal by
removing the cover.
You will not see the battery of your vehicle under
the hood. It is located under the rear passenger’s
seat. You will not need to access the battery
for jump starting. The remote positive
(+)
terminal
is for that purpose.
An electric fan can start up even \...~n the
engine is not running and can injure you.
Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any
underhood electric fan.
5-46
7.
Connect the red
positive
(+)
cable to the
positive
(+)
terminal
of
the dead battery.
Use a remote
positive (+) terminal
if
the vehicle has one.
8.
Don’t let the other end
touch metal. Connect it
to the positive
(+)
terminal of the good
battery. Use a remote
positive
(+)
terminal
if
the vehicle has one.
9.
Now
connect the black
negative
(-)
cable to
the negative
(-)
terminal
of
the good
battery. Use a remote
negative
(-)
terminal
if
the vehicle has one.
Don’t let the other end touch anything until the
next step. The other end
of
the negative
(-)
cable
doesn’tgo to the dead battery.
It
goes to a heavy,
unpainted metal engine part or to a remote
negative
(-)
terminal on the vehicle with the
dead battery.
5-48
11.
Connect
the
other end
of the negative
(-)
cable at least
18
inches
2.
(45
cm) away from the
dead battery, but not
near engine parts that
Now start the vehicle with the
good
battery and run
the engine for a while.
Try
to start the vehicle that had the dead battery.
If
it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs
service.
move. The eiectrical
connection is just as
good there, and the
chance of sparks
getting back to the
battery is much less.
Notice: Damage
io
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.
5-49
Jumper Cable Removal
A.
Dead Battery or Remote Positive
(+)
Terminal
B.
Good Battery or Remote Positive
(+)
and Remote
C.
Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote
Negative
(-)
Terminals
Negative
(-)
Terminal
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
3. Disconnect the red positive
(+)
cable from the
4.
Disconnect the red positive
(+)
cable from the other
5.
Return the positive
(+)
remote terminal cover to its
vehicle with the good battery.
vehicle with the good battery.
vehicle.
original position.
5-50
3.
Remove the headlamp assembly to access
the bulbs.
4.
5.
6.
Turn the bulb retainer counterclockwise to remove it
from the bulb assembly.
Pull the old bulb straight out from the retainer.
Push the new bulb straight into the retainer.
Reverse Steps
1
through
4
to reinstall the headlamp
assembly.
Front Turn Signal Lamps
Once the headlamp assembly has been removed from
the vehicle, the front turn signal bulbs can be accessed.
1.
Reach down into the space provided by the
removal of the headlamp assembly and, while
pushing in the tab on the bulb assembly, turn the
assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
2. Remove the old bulb by pulling it straight out of
the retainer.
3.
Install the new bulb and turn the bulb assembly
back into place.
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
and
Stoplamps
1.
Open the trunk. Turn the screws located just inside
of the trunk counterclockwise and remove them.
2.
Remove the plastic trim piece from the trunk.
3.
Pull the carpet away from the rear area to access
the turn signal bulb assembly.
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4. Loosen and remove the bolts that
hold
the assembly
in
place.
5.
Pull out the bulb assembly.
6.
Turn the bulb socket
one-quarter turn
counterclockwise, while
pressing it firmly.
7.
Pull the bulb socket straight out of the assembly.
8. Remove the
old
bulb by pulling it straight out.
9.
Replace with a new bulb by pushing the bulb
straight into the socket until the bulb clicks
into place.
10.
Turn the bulb socket one-quarter turn into the
11.
Reverse Steps
1
through
5
to reinstall the
assemhl\~
to
lock
it
hack
into
place
bulb assembly.
5-57
Taillamps and Back-up Lamps
2.
Pull out the assembly.
1.
Open the trunk. Loosen and remove the seven
fasteners that hold the taillamp assembly in
place. The assembly for both sides is one piece.
The entire piece must be removed
to
replace
any bulbs.
5-58
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-
7
7
for more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways.
To
replace the wiper blade assembly, do the following:
1.
Lift the windshield wiper arm away from the
windshield.
2.
Push the tab on the wiper blade assembly and pull
the assembly down enough to release
it
from the
“U”
hooked end of the wiper arm. Slide the
assembly away from the arm.
3.
Remove the blade.
4.
To reinstall the wiper blade assembly, slide it over
the wiper arm to engage the
“U”
hooked end on the
wiper blade assembly. Pull up on the assembly
to lock it into place.
For the proper windshield wiper blade replacement
length and type, see
Normal Maintenance Replacement
Parts
on
page
5-99.
5-60
Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by
I
a leading tire manufacturer.
If
you ever have questions
about your tire warranty and where to obtain service,
see your Buick Warranty booklet for details.
Poorly maintained and
in
~ ‘operly used tires
are dangerous.
Overloading your tires can cause
overheating as a result of too much
friction. You could have an air-out and a
serious accident. See “Loading Your
Vehicle”
in
the Index.
CAUTION: (Continued)
-
-
erinflate- -ires pos- .he same danger
as
overloaded tires. The resulting accident
~ could cause serious injury. Check all tires
frequently to maintain the recommended
pressure. Tire pressure should be checked
when your tires are cold.
Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut,
punctured or broken by a sudden impact
-
such as when you
hit
a pothole. Keep
tires at the recommended pressure.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents.
If
your tread
is
badly worn, or if your tires
have been damaged, replace them.
5-6
1
Inflation
-
Tire
Pressure
The Tire-Loading Information label, which is
on
the rear
edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation
pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means
your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours
or driven no more than
1
mile
(1.6
km).
Notice:
Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation
or overinflation
is
all right. It’s not.
If
your tires
don’t have enough air (underinflation), you can get
the following:
Too much flexing
Too
much heat
Tire overloading
Bad wear
Bad handling
Bad fuel economy
If
your tires have too much air (overinflation),
you can get the following:
Unusual wear
Bad handling
Rough ride
Needless damage from road hazards
When to Check
Check your tires once a
month
or more.
Don’t forget your compact spare tire.
It
should be
at
60
psi
(420
kPa).
How
to
Check
Use
a
good quality pocket-type gage
to
check tire
pressure. You can’t tell
if
your tires are properly inflated
simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look
properly inflated even when they’re underinflated.
Be sure
to
put the valve caps back on the valve stems.
They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and
moisture.
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Buying
New
Tires
To
find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at
the Tire-Loading Information label.
The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had
a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec)
number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires,
get ones with that same TPC Spec number. That way
your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed
to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating,
traction, ride and other things during normal service on
your vehicle.
If
your tires have an all-season tread design,
the TPC number will be followed by an
“MS”
(for mud
and snow).
If you ever replace your tires with those not having a
TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same
size, load range, speed rating and construction type
(bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires.
MIAIng 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.
If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, the
wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after
many miles of driving.
A
tire and/or wheel
could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only
radial-ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle.
5-66
ttir under a
\
~-ricle whe-.
-t
is jacked
-~
is
dangerous. If the vehicle slips
off
the jack you
could be badly injured or killed. Never get under
a vehicle when
it
is
supported only by a jack.
I
I
Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly
positioned can damage the vehicle and even
make the vehicle fall.
To
help avoid personal
injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the
jack
lift
head into the proper location before
raising the vehicle.
5.
Raise the vehicle
by
turning the wheel wrench
clockwise in the jack. Raise the vehicle far
enough
so
there's enough room for the spare tire
to fit under the wheel well.
6. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire.
5-75
7.
Remove any rust or dirt
from the wheel bolts,
mounting surfaces
and spare wheel.
Rust
or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to
which
it
is
fastened, can make the wheel nuts
become loose after a time. The wheel could
come
off
and cause an accident. When you
change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from
the places where the wheel attaches to the
vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth
or a paper towel to do
this;
but
be
sure to use
a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to,
to get all the rust or dirt
off.
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.
Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting
9. Reinstall the wheel nuts
with the rounded end of
the nuts toward the
wheel. Make sure each
wheel stud is centered
in each wheel hole
while tightening the
nuts. Tighten each nut
by hand until the wheel
is held against the hub.
surface.
IO.
Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench
counterclockwise on the jack. Lower the jack
completely.
5-76
-
rook
Storimg
a
jack, a
tire
or
other
equipment
in
the
passenger compartment
of
the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision,
loose equipment could strike someone.
Store all these in the proper place.
Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in
the diagram.
A.
Wrench
D.
Retainer
B.
Jack E. Spare Tire Cover
C. Jack Container
F.
Retainer
The compact spare tire
is
for temporary use only.
Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as
soon as you can. See “Compact Spare Tire” following
for more information.
I
E
C
5-79
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. The compact spare
is made to perform well at speeds up to
65
mph
(105
km/h) for distances up to
3,000
miles
(5
000
km),
so you can finish your trip and have your full-size
tire repaired or replaced where you want. You must
calibrate the Check Tire Pressure System after installing
or removing the compact spare. See
Check
Tire
Pressure
System
on
page
5-63.
Of course, it’s best to
replace your spare with a full-size tire as soon as
you can. Your spare will last longer and be in good
shape in case you need it again.
Notices
When the compact spare
is
installed, don’t
take your vehicle through an automatic car wash
with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught
on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel,
and maybe other parts
of
your vehicle.
Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles.
And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with
other wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your compact
spare tire and its wheel together.
Nofice:
Tire chains won’t fit your compact spare.
Using them can damage your vehicle and can
damage the chains too. Don’t use tire chains on
your compact spare.
5-80
Here are some cleaning tips:
Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.
Clean up stains as soon as you can
-
before
they set.
Carefully scrape
off
any excess stain.
Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean
area often. 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. Don’t saturate
the material and don’t rub
it
roughly.
5.
As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a
sponge to remove any excess cleaner.
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black),
egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine
and blood can be removed as follows:
1.
Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the
soiled area with cool water.
2.
If
a stain remains, follow the cleaner instructions
3.
If
an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine,
described earlier.
treat the area with a watedbaking soda solution:
1
teaspoon
(5
ml) of baking soda to
1
cup
(250
ml)
of lukewarm water.
4. Let dry.
Stains caused by candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili
sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows:
1.
Carefully scrape off excess stain.
2.
Clean with cool water and allow to dry completely.
3.
If
a stain remains, follow the cleaner instructions
described earlier.
6.
Wipe cleaned area with a clean, water-dampened
7.
Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry.
towel or cloth.
5-82
Engine
Compartment
Fuse
Block
The engine compartment
fuse block is located near
the front on the
passenger’s side of the
vehicle. See
Engine
Compartment Overview
on
page
5-
12
for more
information on location.
Lift the cover to gain access. On some vehicles, there
may be an additional cover that you will need to lift
to gain access to the fuses.
Fuse 22 or 23 can be moved to the outer position to
provide continuous power
to
the auxiliary outlets
or cigarette iighter wnen tne ignition
is
not on.
See your dealer for additional assistance, if needed.
Fuses
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Usage
Not Used
Accessory
Windshield Wipers
Not Used
Left Low-Beam Headlamp
Right Low-Beam Headlamp
instrument Panel
5-91
Fuses
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
Usage
Not Used
Empty
ABS
Not Used
Cooling Fan
i
Cooling Fan 2
Spare
Spare
Spare
Spare
Spare
Fuse Puller
Removing the Rear Seat Cushion
Notice: The battery and main fuse blocks are
located under the rear seat cushion. The battery’s
ground terminal and some relay wires are exposed.
be careful when removing or reinstalling the seat
cushion.
Do
not remove covers from covered parts.
Do not store anything under the seat, as objects
could touch exposed wires and cause a short.
?e
k!p
2veie
e2:m2!ge
tc
!he
!22!!e?l;
ax!
wires,
To
remove the rear seat cushion, do the following:
1.
Pull up
on
the front of the cushion to release the
front
hooks.
2.
Pull the cushion up and out toward the front of
the vehicle.
To
reinstall the rear seat cushion, do the following:
A
safety
beit
that isn’t properly-ruukxfthroagh
the seat cushion or
is
twisted won’t provide the
protection needed
in
a crash. If the safety belt
hasn’t been routed through the seat cushion
at all,
it
won’t be there to work for the next
passenger. The person sitting in that position
could be badly injured. After reinstalling the
seat cushion, always check to be sure that the
safety belts are properly routed and are not
twisted.
5-93
2.
Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the
seatback
so
the rear-locating guides hook into
the wire loops on the back frame.
3.
With the seat cushion lowered, push rearward and
then press down on the seat cushion until the
spring locks on both ends engage.
4.
Check
to
make sure the safety belts are properly
routed and that no portion
of
any safety belt is
trapped under the seat.
Also
make sure the seat
cushion is secured.
1.
Buckle the center passenger position safety belt,
then route the safety belts through the proper slots
in the seat cushion. Don’t let the safety belts get
twisted.
5-94
The rear fuse block is
located beneath the rear
seat on the driver’s side.
The rear seat cushion must
be removed to access the
fuse block. See
Removing
the Rear Seat Cushion
on
page
5-93.
Fuses
1
3
3
4
5
6
7
8
Usage
Fuel Pump
HVAC Blower
Memory
Assemblv-Line Diaqnostic Link
Not Used
Compact Disc (CD)
Driver’s Door Module
Air Bag System
(SIR)
5-95
Fuses
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
Usage
Not Used
Right Parking Lamp
Vent Solenoid
Ignition 1
Left Parking Lamp
Dimmer
Satellite Digital Radio
Left Front Heated Seat
Not Used
Rear Door Module
Stoplamp
ParMReverse
Audio
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
Not Used
Not Used
Passenger Door Module
Body
Interior Lamps
Not Used
Ignition Switch
Fuses
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
Relays
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
Usage
Instrument Panel
Right Front Heated Seat
Not Used
HVAC
Ignition 3 Rear
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Turn SignaVHazard
HVAC Battery
Dimmer
Usage
Fuel Pump
Parking Lamp
Ignition 1
Rear Fog Lamp
Not Used
Park
Reverse
Retained Accessory Power
(RAP)
Fuel Tank Door Lock
5-96
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric
Part
D:
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
on
page
6-23
for more conversions. Please refer to
information.
Capacities
Engine Specifications
5-98
Norma! Maintenance Rep!acement
Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Windshield Wiper Blades
Length
Type
22
inches
(56.0
cm)
Shepherd’s
Hook
I
*ACDelco@ part number
5-99
Section
6
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule
......................................
6.2
Introduction
...................................................
6.2
Your Vehicle and the Environment
....................
6-2
Maintenance Requirements
..............................
6-2
How This Section is Organized
.........................
6-3
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
...........
6-4
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
....................
6-4
Selecting the Right Schedule
...........................
6-5
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
..............
6-6
-tong
TripAiighway Scheduled Maintenance
......
6-1
2
Part B: Owner Checks and Services
................
6-17
At Each Fuel
Fill
..........................................
6-17
At Least Once
a
Month
.................................
6-17
At Least Twice a Year
...................................
6.18
At Least Once a Year
...................................
6.18
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
.........
6.21
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal inspection
............................
6.21
Exhaust System Inspection
............................
6.21
Fuel System Inspection
..................................
6.22
Engine Cooling System Inspection
...................
6.22
Throttle System Inspection
.............................
6.22
Brake
System
Inspection
................................
~~~~ ~~~~~~ ~~ ~~ ~~ ~~~ ~~ 6.22
Part D: Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants
..........................................
6.23
Part
E:
Maintenance Record
...........................
6.24
6-1
Maintenance
Schedule
Introduction
IMPORTANT:
KEEP ENGINE OIL
AT
THE
PROPER
LEVEL AND CHANGE AS
ECOMMENDED
Have you purchased the
GM
Protection Plan? The
Plan
supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your
Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer
for details.
Your
Vehicle
and
the
Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your
vehicle in good working condition, but
also
helps the
environment.
All
recommended maintenance procedures
are important. improper vehicle maintenance can
even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper
fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase
the level of emissions from your vehicle.
To
help protect
our environment, and to keep your vehicle in good
condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.
Maintenance
Requirements
Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections and
recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this
manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good
working condition. Any damage caused by failure
to follow recommended maintenance may not be
covered by warranty.
6-2
How
This
Section
is
Organized
This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts:
“Part
A:
Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains
what to have done and how often. Some
of
these
services can be complex,
so
unless you are technically
qualified and have the necessary equipment, you
should let your dealer’s service department or another
qualified service center do these jobs.
Performing maintenance work on a vehicle
can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs,
you can be seriously injured.
Do your own
maintenance work only if you have the
required know-how and the proper tools and
equipment for
the
job.
If
you have any doubt,
have a qualified technician do the work.
“Part
5:
Owner Checks and Services” tells you what
should be checked and when.
it
ais0 explains what
you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good
condition.
“Part
C:
Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains
important inspections that your dealer’s service
department or another qualified service center should
perform.
“Part
D:
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists
some recommended products necessary to help
keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products,
or their equivalents, should be used whether you do
the work yourself or have it done.
~~___~
~ ~
“Part
E:
Maintenance Record” is a place for you to
record and keep track of the maintenance performed
on your vehicle. Keep your maintenance receipts.
They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for
warranty repairs.
If
you want to get the service information, see
Service
Publications Ordering Information on page
7-
10.
6-3
Part
A:
Scheduled Maintenance
Services
In this part are scheduled maintenance services which
are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified.
Using
Your Maintenance Schedule
We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good
working condition. But we don’t know exactly how
you’ll drive it. You may drive short distances only a few
times a week. Or you may drive long distances all
the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your
vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to
work, to do errands or in many other ways.
Because
of
the different ways people use their vehicles,
maintenance needs may vary. You may need more
frequent checks and replacements.
So please read the
following and note how you drive.
If
you have questions
on
how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your
dealer.
This part tells you the maintenance services you should
have done and when you should schedule them.
When you go to your dealer for your service needs,
you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service
people will perform the work using genuine
GM
parts.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in
Part
D.
Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses
these. All parts should be replaced and
all
necessary
repairs done before you or anyone else drives the
vehicle.
These schedules are for vehicles that:
carry passengers and cargo within recommendea
limits. You will find these on your vehicle’s
Tire-Loading Information label. See
Loading
Your
Vehicle
on
page
4-33.
are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal
driving limits.
use the recommended fuel. See
Gasoline Octane
on page
5-5.
6-4
Long Trip/Highway Definition
Follow this scheduled maintenance
only
if
none of
the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled
Maintenance are true. Do not use this schedule
if
the
vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area
or used
off
paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City
schedule for these conditions
Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under
highway conditions will cause engine oil to break
down slower.
Long Trip/Highway Intervals
Every
7,500
Miles
(12
500
km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or every
12
months, whichever occurs first).
Tire Rotation.
Every
30,000
Miles
(50
000 km): Engine Air Cleaner
Filter Replacement.
Every
50,000
Miles
(83
000
km): Automatic Transaxle
Service (severe conditions only).
Every
150,000
Miles (240
000
km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60
months, whichever occurs first).
Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection.
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance
on the following pages.
Short TripKity Scheduled
Maintenance
The services shown in this schedule up to
100,000
miles
(1
66
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.
See
Part
8:
Owner Checks and Services on page 6- 17
and
Part
C:
Periodic Maintenance Inspections on
page 6-21.
Every
100,000
Miles
(166
000
km): Spark Plug Wire
Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Automatic
Transaxle Service (normal conditions.)
6-6
12,000 Miles (20
000
km)
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3
months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
page 5-64
for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote
@.)
(See footnote
+.)
0
Rotate tires. See
Tire lnspection and Rotation on
15,000 Miles (25
000
km)
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3
months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
U
Inspect engine air cleaner filter
if
you are driving
in
dusty conditions. Replace filter
if
necessary.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
f.)
18,000 Miles
(30
000
km)
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3
months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
page
5-64
for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote
62.)
(See footnote
+.)
0
Rotate tires. See
Tire lnspection and Rotation on
21,000 Miles
(35
000
km)
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3
months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
24,000 Miles (40
000
km)
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3
months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
0
Rotate tires. See
Tire lnspection and Rotation on
page
5-64
for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote
62.)
(See footnote
+.)
27,000 Miles (45
000
km)
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3
months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote *.)
30,000
Miles
(50
000
km)
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3
months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
Control Service.
page 5-64
for proper rotation pattern and additional
.
information.
(See footnote
@.)
(See footnote
+.)
0
Replace engine air cleaner filter.
An Emission
0
Rotate tires. See
Tire lnspection and Rotation on
33,000
Miles
(55
000
km)
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3
months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
6-8
54,000
Miles
(90
000
km)
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3
months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
page
5-64
for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote
@.)
(See footnote
+.)
0
Rotate tires. See
Tire lnspection and Rotation on
57,000
Miles
(95
000
km)
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3
months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
60,000
Miles (100
000
km)
Ll
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3
months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
Control Service.
page
5-64
for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote
@.)
(See footnote
+.)
0
Replace engine air cleaner filter.
An Emission
0
Rotate tires. See
Tire lnspection and Rotation on
63,000
Miles (105
000
km)
PZI
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3
months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
66,000
Miles (1 10
000
km)
0
Change engine
oil
and filter (or every
3
months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
page
5-64
for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote
@.)
(See footnote
+.)
0
Rotate tires. See
Tire lnspection and Rotation on
69,000
Miles
(1
15
000
km)
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
72,000 Miles (120
000
km)
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
page
5-64
for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote
@.)
(See footnote
+.)
0
Rotate tires. See
Tire lnspection and Rotation
on
75,000 Miles (125
000
km)
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3
months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
c)
Inspect engine air cleaner filter
if
you are driving
in dusty conditions. Replace filter
if
necessary.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
t.)
6-1
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At Least Twice a Year
Restraint System Check
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. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag
system does not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace
blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that
streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see
“Windshield Wiper and Wiper Blades”
under
Cleaning
the Outside
of
Your Vehicle on page
5-84.
Weatherstrip Lubrication
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 Nuids and
Lubricants on page
6-23.
Automatic Transaxle Check
Check the transaxle fluid level; add
if
needed. See
Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page
5-22.
A fluid loss
may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair
if
needed.
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in Part
D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges
and latches, including those for the hood, glove box
door and console door. Part D tells you what to
use. More frequent lubrication may be required when
exposed to a corrosive environment.
6-1
8
When you are doing this check, the vehicle
could move suddenly.
If
it does, you or others
could be injured.
Follow
the steps below.
1.
Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
2.
Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular
brake. See
Parking Brake on page
2-29
if
necessary
Do
not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to
turn off the engine immediately
if
it starts.
3.
Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter
should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL
(N).
If the starter works in any other position, your
vehicle needs service.
When you are doir
-
this check, the vehicle
could move suddenly.
If
it does, you or others
could be injured. Follow the steps below.
1.
Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level
surface.
2.
Firmly apply the parking brake. See
Parking Brake
on
page
2-29
if
necessary.
Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately
if
the vehicle begins
to
move.
Dosition, but don't start the engine. Without applying
the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out
of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever
moves out of PARK
(P),
your vehicle needs service.
3.
With the engine
off,
turn the key to the RUN
6-1
9
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set,
try
to turn
the ignition key
to
LOCK in each shift lever position.
The key should turn
to
LOCK only when the
shift lever is in PARK (P).
The key should come out only in LOCK.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle
Park (P) Mechanism Check
When you are doing this check, your vehicle
could begin
to
move. You or others could be
injured and property could be damaged. Make
sure there
is
room
in front of your vehicle in
case it begins to roll. Be ready
to
apply the
regular brake at once should the vehicle begin
to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake,
set the parking brake.
To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With
the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL
(N),
slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake
pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking
brake only.
To
check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
With the engine running, shift
to
PARK
(P).
Then
release the parking brake followed by the regular
brake.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water
to
flush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to
clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris
can collect.
6-20
Inspections
Listed in this part are inspections and services which
should be performed at least twice a year (for instance,
each spring and fall). You
should let your dealer's
service depariment or other qualified service center
do
these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs
are completed at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. See
Service Publications
Ordering Information on page
7-
10.
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Front
Drive Axle
Boot
and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive
axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace
seals if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. inspect the body
missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams,
holes, loose connections or other conditions which
could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See
Engine Exhaust
on page
2-33.
near
the
exhaust
system.
LC!&
fer
breken,
damaged,
6-2
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Fuel System Inspection
Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks.
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced
if
they
are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the
outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser.
To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of
the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended
at least once a year.
Throttle 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.
Brake System Inspection
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. Inspect other brake parts,
including calipers, parking brake, etc. You may need to
have your brakes inspected more often
if
your driving
habits or conditions result in frequent braking.
6-22
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part
number or specification may be obtained from your
dealer.
Usage
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
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Svstem
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Parking Brake
Cable Guides
Gasoline Engines starburst symbol
of the proper viscosity.
To
determine
the preferred viscosity for your
vehicle’s engine, see
Engine Oil on
page
5-
13.
50/50
mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
Coolant. See
Engine Coolant on
page
5-24.
Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.
equivalent.
Chassis Lubricant (GM Part
No.
U.S.
12377985, in Canada
88901242, or equivalent) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGl #2,
Category LB
or
GC-LB.
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Power Steering (GM Part No.
U.S.
1052884,
System GM Power Steering Fluid
Automatic DEXRON-IIII Automatic
Transaxle Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
Cylinders Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No.
US.
12346241,
in Canada 993294, or equivalent).
in Canada 10953474, or equivalent).
Hood Latch
Assembly,
Secondary
Latch, Pivots,
Spring Anchor
and Release
Pawi
Hood and
Door Hinges
Fuel Door,
Glove
Box
Door, Console
Goor
ana
Rear
Compartment
Lid Hinges
Weatherstrip
Conditioning
~~ ~
Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol
(GM
Part No.
U.S.
12346293,
in Canada 992723, or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGl #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No.
US.
12346241,
in Canada 10953474, or equivalent).
Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part
No.
U.S.
12346241,
in Canada 10953474, or equivalent).
6-23
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.
Maintenance Record
6-24
Date Odometer
Reading
Maintenance Recorc
Serviced
By
(cont’d)
_____________I
Maintenance Record
6-26
Section
7
Customer Assistance Information
Customer Assistance Information
..................
7-2
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
......................
7-2
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users
................................
7-3
Customer Assistance Off ices
...............
......
7.4
GM Mobility Program for Persons with
Disabilities
.................................................
-7-5
Roadside Assistance Program
..........................
7.5
Courtesy Transportation
...................................
7.7
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States
Government
..............................................
-7-9
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian
Government
...............................................
7.9
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors
...........................................
7.9
Service Publications Ordering Information
........
-7-1
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7-
1
Customer Assistance
Information
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to
your dealer and to Buick. Normally, any concerns with
the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle
will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service
departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best
intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can
occur.
If
your concern has not been resolved to your
satisfaction, the following steps should be taken:
STEP
ONE:
Discuss your concern with a member of
dealership management. Normally, concerns can
be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has
already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts
manager, contact the owner of the dealership or
the general manager.
STEP
TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership
management, it appears your concern cannot be
resolved by the dealership without further help, contact
the Buick Customer Assistance Center by calling
1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact
GM
of Canada
Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling
1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to
give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have the
following information available to give the Customer
Assistance Representative:
Vehicle Identification Number (This
is
available from
the vehicle registration or title,
or
the plate at the
top left
of
the instrument panel and visible through
the windshield.)
Dealership name and location
Vehicle delivery date and present mileage
When contacting Buick, please remember that your
concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility.
That is why we suggest you follow Step One first
if
you
have a concern.
7-2
STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer
are committed to making sure you are completely
satisfied with your new vehicle. However,
if
you continue
to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure
outlined in Steps One and Two, you should file with the
GM/BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional
rights you may have. Canadian owners refer to
your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information
booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle
Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
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. If you do not agree with the decision given in
your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other
venue for relief available to you.
You may contact the BBB using the toll-free telephone
number or write them at the following address:
BBB Auto Line
Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc.
4200
Wilson Boulevard
Suite 800
Arlington, VA 22203-1 804
Telephone: 1-800-955-51
00
This program
is
available in all
50
states and the
District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age,
mileage and other factors. General Motors reserves
the right to change eligibility limitations and/or
discontinue its participation in this program.
Telephone (TTY) Users
To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or
speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs),
Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer
Assistance
Center.
Any
TTY
user
can
communicate
with Buick by dialing: 1-800-83-BUlCK. (TTY users
in
Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)
7-3
Customer Assistance
Off
ices
Buick encourages customers to call the toil-free number
for assistance.
If
a U.S. customer wishes to write to
Buick, the letter should be addressed to Buick’s
Customer Assistance Center.
United States
Buick Customer Assistance Center
P.O. Box 33136
Detroit, MI 48232-51 36
1 -800-52 1 -7300
1-800-832-8425 (For Text Telephone devices
(TTYs))
Roadside Assistance: 1-800-252-1 1 12
Fax Number: 31 3-381 -0022
From Puerto Rico:
1-800-496-9992 (English)
1-800-496-9993 (Spanish)
Fax Number: 31 3-381 -0022
From US. Virgin Islands
Fax Number: 313-381-0022
1 -800-496-9994
Canada
General Motors of Canada Limited
Customer Communication Centre, 163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario
L1
H 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.
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean
IslandsKountries (Except Puerto Rico
and U.S. Virgin Islands)
General Motors de Mexico,
S.
de R.L. de C.V.
Customer Assistance Center
Paseo de la Reforma
#
2740
Col. Lomas de Bezares
C.P. 11910, Mexico,
D.F.
Long Distance: 01 1-52-53 29
0
800
01 -800-508-0000
7-4
GM
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for
Persons
with Disabilities
W
This program, available to
qualified applicants, can
reimburse you up to
$1,000 toward aftermarket
driver or passenger
adaptive equipment you
may require for your
vehicle (hand controls,
wheelchair/scooter
lifts, etc.).
This program can also provide you with free resource
information, such as 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
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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.
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R~adside
Assistance
Program
Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Premium
Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered
under the 3 year/36,000 mile (60
000
km) new car
warranty (whichever occurs first).
Our commitment to Buick owners has always included
superior service through our network of Buick dealers.
Buick Premium Roadside Assistance provides an
extra measure of convenience and security.
Buick's Roadside Assistance toll-free number is staffed
by a team of technically trained advisors, who are
available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
We take anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing
minor repair information
over
the
phone
or
rnakiag
arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest
Buick dealer.
We will provide the following services for
3
years/36,000 miles (60
000
km), at no expense to you:
Fuel delivery
Lock-out service (identification required)
Tow to nearest dealership for warranty service
Change a flat tire
Jump starts
7-5
We have quick, easy access to telephone numbers of the
following additional services depending on your needs:
*
Hotels
ID
Glass replacement
ID
Tire repair facilities
ID
Rental vehicle or taxis
0
Airports or train stations
Police, fire department or hospitals
In many instances, mechanical failures are covered
under Buick’s comprehensive warranty. However, when
other services are utilized, our advisors will explain
any payment obligations you might incur.
For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please
provide the following information to give the advisor:
Location of vehicle
ID
Telephone number of your location
0
Mileage
of
vehicle
0
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
ID
Vehicle license plate number
Buick reserves the right to limit services or
reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Buick’s
judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or
type of occurrence.
While we hope you never have the occasion to use our
service, it is added security while traveling for you
and your family. Remember, we’re only a phone call
away. Buick Roadside Assistance: 1-800-252-1
1
12,
text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438.
Canadian Roadside Assistance
Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive
Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere
in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the
Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book.
Vehicle model, year and color
7-6
Buick has always exemplified quality and value in its
offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership
experience, we and our participating dealers are
proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer
support program for new vehicles.
The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail
purchase/lease customers in conjunction with the
Bumper-to-Bumper coverage provided by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. Several transportation options
are available when warranty repairs are required. This will
reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs.
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,
Vour 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. If it is, please call your dealership,
let them know this, and ask for instructions.
If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle
off for service, you are urged to do so as early in
the work day as possible to allow for same day repair.
Transportation Options
Warranty service can generally be completed while you
wait. However,
if
you are unable to wait Buick helps
minimize your inconvenience by providing several
transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,
you
dealer can offer you one of the following:
Shuttle Service
Participating dealers can provide you with shuttle
service to get to your destination with minimal
interruption of your daily schedule. This includes a
one way shuttle ride to a destination up to
10
miles
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Public Transportation or Fuel
Reimbursement
If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs,
reimbursement up to
$30
per day (five days maximum)
may be available for the use of public transportation
such a
s
taxi or bus. In addition, should you
arrange transportation through a friend or relative,
reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses up to
$10
per day (five day maximum may be available).
Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be
supported by original receipts.
Courtesy Rental Vehicle
When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight
warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide
you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for
a rental vehicle you obtained, at actual cost, up to a
maximum of
$30.00
per day supported by receipts.
This requires that you sign and complete a rental
agreement and meet sate, local and rental vehicle
provider requirements. Requirements vary and
may include minimum age requirements, insurance
coverage, credit card, etc.
You
are responsible for taxes,
levies, usage fees, excessive mileage or rental usage
beyond the completion of the repair.
Generally it is not possible to provide a like-vehicle as a
courtesy rental.
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. Please
contact your dealer for specific information about
availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements
will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel.
Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during
the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General
Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty,
alternative transportation may be available under the
Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult
your dealer for details.
General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify,
change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at
any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility
pursuant to the terms and conditions described
herein at its sole discretion.
7-8
Service Publications Ordering
Information
Service Manuals
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair
information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension,
brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$120.00
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer
Case Unit Repair Manual
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments, and specifications for GM
transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$50.00
Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins give technical service information
needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars
and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to
assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service
Bulletins can be obtained
by
contacting your General
Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE
(1
-800-463-7483).
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
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Accessory Power Outlets
.......
...............
3-21
Additional Program Information
...........................
7-8
Additives. Fuel
.................................................
5-6
Add-on Electrical Equipment
............................
5-90
Adjusting the Speakers (Ba!ance/Fade)
......
3-60, 3-68
Air Bag
Readiness Light
..........................................
3-36
Air Bag Systems
.............................................
1-52
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?
....................
1-58
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
.........
1-61
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?
....................
1-58
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates?
......
1-59
When Should an Air Bag Inflate?
...................
1-57
Whsre
Are
the
Air
Bags?
..............................
1-55
Air CleanedFiIter, Engine
...
...............
5-19
All Overseas Locations
..................
.........
7-4
Adding Washer Fluid
.......................................
5-39
Automatic Level Control
...............................
4-35
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels .............. 5-86
AM
...............................................
.......
3-83
Antenna, Diversity
................................
...
3-85
Antenna, XM Satellite Radio System .................. 3-86
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
............................
4-7
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light
..............
3-39
Appearance Care
............................................
5-81
Care
of
Safety Eelts
....................................
5-84
Appearance Care (cont.)
Chemical Paint Spotting
...............................
5-87
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
................
5-81
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
..............
5-84
Finish Damage
............................................
5-86
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
..........
5-87
Sheet Metal Damage
...................................
5-86
Underbody Maintenance
...............................
5-87
Weatherstrips
..............................................
5-84
Ashtrays
........................................................
3-22
Audio System(s)
.............................................
3-57
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
......
.....
3-82
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
....
.....
3-84
Audio Systems
Care of Your CD Player
...............................
3-85
Care of
\/our
CDs
........................................
3-85
Chime Level Adjustment
...............................
3-86
Diversity Antenna System
.............................
3-85
Personal Choice Radio Controls
....................
3-81
Radio with Cassette and CD
.........................
3-65
Radio with CD
............................................
3-58
Setting the Time
..........................................
3-57
Theft-Deterrent Feature
................................
3-82
Trunk-Mounted CD Changer
..........................
3-77
Understanding Radio Reception
.....................
3-83
XM Satellite Radio Antenna System
...............
3-86
Automatic Door Locks
.....................................
3-52
Automatic
Operation
.............
................
3-36
1
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid
............................
..............
5-22
Operation
...................................................
2-26
Automatic Transaxle Check
..............................
6-1 8
Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System
Check
.....................................................
6-19
Bulb Replacement (cont.)
Headlamp Aiming
........................................
5-51
Headlamps
.................................................
5-55
Replacement Bulbs
......................................
5-59
Taillamps and Back-up Lamps
.......................
5-58
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps
............
5-56
Buying New Tires
...........................................
5-66
Backing Up
...........
...............
Battery
.......................................
Battery Replacement
.....................
Battery Load Management
............
Battery Warning Light
...................
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
......
Body Lubrication Service
...............
Brake
Parking
...................................
System Inspection
....................
System Warning Light
...............
Brake Fluid
............
R
...................
Brake Wear
................................
...
................
4-41
................
5-43
................
3-18
..................
2-8
................
3-37
................
4-23
................
6-18
................
2-29
................ 6-22
................
3-38
................
5-40
................
5-42
Brakes
..........................................................
5-40
Braking
...........................................................
4-6
Braking in Emergencies
.....................................
4-9
Break-In, New Vehicle
.....................................
2-22
Bulb Replacement
...........................................
5-55
Front Turn Signal Lamps
..............................
5-56
Halogen Bulbs
............................................
5-55
C
California Fuel
..................................................
5-6
Canada
..................................
...........,
......
7-4
Canadian Owners
...............................
.....
ii
Canadian Roadside Assistance
...........................
7-6
Capacities and Specifications
............................
5-98
Carbon Monoxide ................... 4-26, 4-36, 4-14, 4-33
Care of
Safety Belts
.............
........................ 5-84
Care of Your
Cassette Tape Player
....
................
3-84
CD Player
...............
........................
3-85
Cassette Tape Messages
.............................
3-75
Cassette Tape Player Service
.......................
6-17
CD Adapter Kits
.............................................
3-75
CD Changer, Trunk-Mounted
............................
3-77
Center Console Storage Area
...........................
2-47
Center Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts
.......
1-22
Chains, Tires
..................................................
5-70
CDS
..........................................................
3-85
2
Check
Engine Light
...............................................
3-41
Tire Pressure System
...................................
5-63
Checking Coolant
............................................
5-26
Checking Engine Oil
........................................
5-14
Checking Things Under the Hood
......................
5-10
Checking Your Restraint Systems
......................
1-62
Chemical Paint Spotting
...................................
5-87
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems
...............................
1-37
Infants and Young Children
...........................
1-34
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
Children (LATCH System)
..........................
1-44
Older Children
.............................................
1-31
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat
Position
..................................................
1-46
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front
Seat Position
...........................................
1-49
Top Strap
...................................................
1-42
Top Strap Anchor Location
............................
1-43
Chime Level Adjustment
...............................
3-86
Cigarette Lighter
..................................
....
3-22
Cleaning
Inside of Your Vehicle
..................................
5-81
Outside
of
Your Vehicle
................................
5-84
LATCH
System
........................................
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Cleaning (cont.)
Underbody Maintenance
...............................
5-87
Weatherstrips
..............................................
5-84
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
.......................
5-85
Climate Control
Dual Automatic
....................
................
3-26
Climate Control System
...................................
3-23
Climate Controls Personalization
....................
3-31
Outlet Adjustment
........................................
3-30
Steering Wheel Controls
...............................
3-30
Compact Disc Errors
.......................
3-64, 3-77, 3-81
Compact Spare Tire
........................................
5-80
Compass Calibration
.......................................
2-36
Compass Operation
.........................................
2-36
Compass Variance
..........................................
2-37
Centent
Theft-Deferrent
....................................
2=18
Control of
a
Vehicle
..........................................
4-6
Convenience Net
............................................
2-47
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage
............................
3-4G
Heater, Engine
............................................
2-25
Cooling System
..............................................
5-30
Cornering Lamps
............................................
3-13
Courtesy Lamps
.....................
.............
3-16
Cruise Control
..................................................
3-9
Cruise Control Light
........................................
3-45
Current and Past Model Order Forms
................
7-11
3
Hitches
..........................................................
4-39
HomeLink Transmitter, Programming
..................
2-43
HomeLink**R** Transmitter
...............................
2-42
Hood
Checking Things Under
................................
5-10
Release
.....................................................
5-1 1
Horn
...............................................................
3-4
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery
Tank
..........................................................
5-32
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
..................
5-34
How to Add Fluid
............................................
5-24
How to Check
........................................
5-22, 5-62
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
..................
5-38
How to Use This Manual
......................................
ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
...................
1-13
Hydroplanifig
..................................................
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No
Steam
Is
Coming From
Your Engine
................................................
5-29
If
Steam
Is
Coming
From
Your
Engine
~ ~ ~ ~~ ~ ~~
..
5-28
If the Light
Is
Flashing
.....................................
3-42
If the Light
Is
On Steady
.................................
3-42
If You Are Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
.......
4-30
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.....................
4-37
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard
...........................
4-28
Ignition Positions
.............................................
2-22
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
..........................
6-20
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver
.......................
3-18
inflation
-
Tire Pressure
...................................
5-62
Inspection
Brake System
..............
................
6-22
Engine Cooling System
.....
............
6-22
Exhaust System
...................
................
6-21
Fuel System
...............................................
6-22
Part C
-
Periodic Maintenance
.......................
6-21
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal
.........................................
6-21
Tinrotfie System
...........................................
6-22
Cluster
.......................................................
3-33
Overview
.....................................................
3-2
Instrument Panel Brightness
.........................
3-15
Interior Lamps
.....................
................
3-15
Interior Plastic Components
...
5-83
Infants and Young Children, Restraints
...............
1-34
Instrument Panel
J
Jump Starting
.................................................
5-45
7
Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts
.........
5-99
Maintenance Schedule
At Each Fuel Fill
......................................
6-1 7
At Least Once a Month
................................
6-17
At Least Once a Year
..................................
6-18
At Least Twice a Year
..................................
6-1
8
Engine Cooling System Inspection
.................
6-22
Exhaust System Inspection
...........................
6-21
How This Section is Organized
.......................
6-3
Introduction
..................................................
6-2
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
.....
6-1 2
Maintenance Requirements
.............................
6-2
Part A
.
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.........
6-4
Part B
.
Owner Checks and Services
.............
6-17
Part C
.
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
......
6-21
Part D
.
Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants
.........................................
6-23
Part E
-
Maintenance Record
........................
6-24
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..........................
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Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
.............
6-6
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection .......................... 6-21
Throttle System Inspection
............................
6-22
Using Your
...................................................
6-4
Brake System Inspection
..............................
6-22
Fuel System Inspection
................................
6-22
Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
Your Vehicle and the Environment
...................
6-2
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
.....................
4-43
Making Turns
.................................................
4-41
Malfunction Indicator Light
................................
3-41
Manual Lumbar Controls
....................................
1-3
Manual Qperation
...........................................
3-27
Manual Seats
...................................................
1-2
Memory Mirrors
..............................................
2-49
Memory Seat
.................................................
2-49
Memory Seats
................................................
3-55
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages
........................
3-50
Mirror Operation
.....................................
2-35, 2-36
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview
........................
2-35
Manual Rearview Mirror
................................
2-35
Memory
.....................................................
2-49
Outside Convex Mirror
.................................
2-39
Outside
Curb
View
Assist
Mirror
~~~~~~ ~~~~ ~ ~
'
2-38
Outside Power Mirror
...................................
2-38
Matching Transmitterts) to Your Vehicle
.................
2-7
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/
Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass
......
2-36
Outside Automatic Dimming Heated Mirror
......
2-39
Countries
(Except Puerto Rico and US
. Virgin Islands) 7-4
9
Securing a Child Restraint
Designed for the LATCH System
...................
1-46
Rear Seat Position
......................................
1-46
Right Front Seat Position
..............................
1-49
Security Feedback
....................................
2-6, 2-54
Security Light
.................................................
3-45
Selecting the Right Schedule, Maintenance
..........
6-5
Sensors ................................................. 3-25, 3-28
Service
...........................................................
5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your
Vehicle
.....................................................
5-4
Doing Your Own Work
...................................
5-3
Engine Soon Light ....................................... 3-41
Publications Ordering Information
...................
7-1
0
Vehicle Soon Light ....................................... 3-45
Service Bulletins
.............................................
7-1
0
Service Engine
Soon
Light
...............................
3-41
Service Manuals
.............................................
7-1
0
Setting Preset Stations
............................
3-59, 3-67
Setting the Time
.............................................
3-57
Setting the Tone (BassTTreble)
..................
3-60, 3-68
Sheet Metal Damage
.......................................
5-86
Shifting Out of Park
(P)
...................................
2-32
Short Trip/City Definition
.........
....................
6-5
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.......................................
Short Trip/City Intervals
.....................................
6-5
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
................
6-6
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
.......................
4-20
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
.....................
5-82
Specifications, Capacities
.................................
5-98
Speedometer
.......................
................
3-35
Starter Switch Check
............
................
6-19
Starting Your Engine
....................................
2-24
Steering
........................................................
4-11
Skidding
........................................................
4-15
Steering in Emergencies
..................................
4-12
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot
and Seal Inspection
.....................................
6-21
Steering Wheel Comfort Controls
......................
3-30
Storage Areas
Steering Tips
..................................................
4-11
Steering
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.........................
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Center Console Storage Area
........................
2-47
Convenience Net
.........................................
2-47
Glove Box
..................................................
2-47
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
..........................
5-78
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools ....................... 5-79
Sun Visors
......................................
....
2-17
Sunroof
...
.... ....
2-48
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...
13
Tachometer
..................................
...
3-35
Taillamps
Back-up Lamps ........................................... 5-58
Turn Signal, and Stoplamps
..........................
5-56
Testing the Alarm
............................................
2-1 9
Theater Dimming
.........................................
3-1 6
Theft-Deterrent, Radio
...............
.......
3-82
Theft-Deterrent Systems
................................
2-1 8
Content Theft-Deterrent
................................
2-1 8
PASS-Key@
Ill
.............................................
2-19
PASS-Key@
Ill
Operation
..............................
2-20
Throttle System Inspection
...............................
6-22
Tilt Wheel
........................................................
3-4
Tire Inflation Check
.........................................
6-17
Ti res
...................................
.......... 5-61, 5-86
Buying New Tires
........................................
5-66
Chains
.......................................................
5-70
Check Tire Pressure System
.........................
5-63
Compact Spare Tire
.....................................
5-80
If a Tire Goes Flat
.......................................
5-70
Inflation
-
Tire Pressure
...............................
5-62
Inspection and Rotation
................................
5-64
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
.........................
5-67
TCS Warning Light
..........................................
3-39
Changing a Flat Tire
....................................
5-71
Wheel
Wheel
When
14
Alignment and Tire Balance
.................
5-68
Replacement
.....................................
5-68
It
Is
Time for New Tires
......................
5-65
Trunk Lock Release ........................................ 2-14
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
....................
2-25
Top
of
the Instrument Panel
.............................
5-83
Top Strap
......................................................
1-42
Top Strap Anchor Location
...............................
1-43
Torque Lock
...................................................
2-32
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires
..................
4-38
Towing
Recreational Vehicle
.....................................
4-32
Towing a Trailer
..........................................
4-36
Your Vehicle
...............................................
4-32
Control System (TCS)
....................................
4-9
Control System Warning Light
.......................
3-39
Trailer Brakes
.................................................
4-39
Trailer Wiring Harness
.....................................
4-40
Transaxle
Fluid, Automatic
...........................................
5-22
Transaxle Operation, Automatic ......................... 2-26
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit
Repair Manual
............................................
7-10
Transportation Options
......................................
7-7
Trip Odometer
................................................
3-35
Trunk
............................................................
2-14
Trunk Security Override
...................................
2-15
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
...........................
3-5
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
..................
4-41
Twilight Sentinel@
............................................
3-14
Traction
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
..........................
3-5
Why Safety Belts Work
.............
.............
1-9
Window Lock Out
.................
.......
2-1
7.
2-53
Windows
.............................
................... 2-16
Power
........................................................
2-17
Windshield and Wiper Blades
...........................
5-85
Windshield Washer
...........................................
3-8
Fluid
..........................................................
5-39
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
................
6-17
Windshield Wiper
Blade Replacement
......................................
5-60
Windshield Wipers
............................................
3-7
Winter Driving
................................................
4-26
Wiper Activated Headlamps
..........................
3-1
2
Wiper Blade Check
.........................................
6-18
What to Use
..............................................
5-38
X
XM Satellite Radio Antenna System
...................
3-86
XMTM Satellite Radio Service
............................
3-83
Y
Your Vehicle and the Environment
.............
......
6-2
16
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