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Cadillac 2010 SRX Owner's Manual

Cadillac 2010 SRX Owner's Manual

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Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 1-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-43
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 3-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 3-3
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
2010 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual
Instruments and Controls . . . . 4-1
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . 4-4
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 4-29
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 4-41
OnStar
Universal Remote System . . . . 4-48
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 6-36
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-47
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System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-46
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 7-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 8-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 8-17
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 8-25
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-30
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-30
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 8-34
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-37
Object Detection Systems . . . . 8-40
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-46
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-52
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 8-61

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  • Page 1 2010 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 1-1 Instruments and Controls ..4-1 Climate Controls ... . . 7-1 Keys and Locks ....1-2 Instrument Panel Overview .
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2010 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....9-1 Technical Data ....11-1 General Information .
  • Page 3 Motors of Canada Limited for GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM On peut obtenir un exemplaire de Cadillac Motor Car Division Emblem, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC ce guide en français auprès du wherever it appears in this manual. Crest and Wreath, and the name concessionnaire ou à...
  • Page 4: Index

    Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and These mean there is something the vehicle use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other back of the manual.
  • Page 5 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Brake System Warning Light : Malfunction Indicator Lamp Here are some additional symbols : Charging System : Oil Pressure that may be found on the vehicle : Cruise Control : Outside Power Foldaway and what they mean. For more Mirrors information on the symbol, refer to : Engine Coolant Temperature...
  • Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
  • Page 7: Keys, Doors And Windows

    Keys, Doors and Windows Keys, Doors and Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ....1-20 Windows Power Mirrors ....1-20 Folding Mirrors .
  • Page 8: Keys And Locks

    Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the keyless access transmitter is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or To remove the key, press the button other controls or even make the near the bottom of the transmitter,...
  • Page 9: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation

    Keys, Doors and Windows Check the transmitter's battery. Remote Keyless Entry See Battery Replacement later (RKE) System in this section. See Radio Frequency Statement on If the transmitter is still not page 12 17 for information working correctly, see your regarding Part 15 of the Federal dealer or a qualified technician Communications Commission (FCC)
  • Page 10 Keys, Doors and Windows Keyless Access Operation Pressing may also arm the Pressing will disarm the theft-deterrent system. See theft-deterrent system. See Some vehicles have the keyless Anti-Theft Alarm System on Anti-Theft Alarm System on access system that lets you lock page 1 17.
  • Page 11 Keys, Doors and Windows Keyless Locking You may temporarily disable the Lock Sensor keyless locking feature by pressing If the vehicle has the keyless and holding the power door unlock access system, this feature allows button on the instrument panel for you to select whether the doors several seconds with a door open.
  • Page 12 Keys, Doors and Windows Keyless Liftgate Opening Programming with a Recognized Transmitter (Keyless Access Press the touch pad on the liftgate Vehicles Only) handle to open the liftgate if the keyless entry transmitter is within A new transmitter can be range.
  • Page 13 Keys, Doors and Windows 4. Press the ignition. When the Programming without a 2. Wait for ten minutes until the transmitter is learned the DIC Recognized Transmitter DIC displays PRESS ENGINE display will show that it is ready (Keyless Access Vehicles Only) START BUTTON TO LEARN to program the next transmitter.
  • Page 14 Keys, Doors and Windows 6. Remove the transmitter from To start the vehicle: the transmitter pocket and 1. Open the center console storage press on the transmitter. area and the storage tray. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4 through 6. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ignition for 5 seconds to exit...
  • Page 15: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors and Windows Battery Replacement Remote Vehicle Start When replacing the If available, this feature allows you battery, do not touch any of the to start the engine from outside the circuitry on the transmitter. Static vehicle. from your body could damage the (Remote Vehicle Start): transmitter.
  • Page 16 1-10 Keys, Doors and Windows Laws in some local communities During the remote start the A maximum of two remote starts or may restrict the use of remote vehicle's doors will be locked remote start attempts are allowed starters. For example, some laws and the parking lamps will between ignition cycles.
  • Page 17: Power Door Locks

    Keys, Doors and Windows 1-11 The hazard warning flashers From inside the vehicle with the WARNING (Continued) are on. doors locked, pull once on the door handle to unlock it, and a second There is an emission control So, all passengers should wear time to open it.
  • Page 18: Safety Locks

    1-12 Keys, Doors and Windows Lockout Deterrent Delayed Locking Safety Locks Lockout deterrent decreases the When this feature is enabled and chances that the keys may be the doors are locked with the power accidentally locked in the vehicle. lock switch on the instrument panel, three chimes sound to signal that When door locking is requested by the delayed locking feature is in...
  • Page 19: Doors

    Keys, Doors and Windows 1-13 Doors If you open the liftgate WARNING (Continued) without checking for overhead obstructions such as a garage Liftgate (Manual) If the vehicle must be driven with door, you could damage the the liftgate, or trunk/hatch open: liftgate or the liftgate glass.
  • Page 20: Liftgate (Power)

    1-14 Keys, Doors and Windows Liftgate (Power) WARNING (Continued) Power Liftgate Operation Adjust the Climate Control system to a setting that WARNING brings in only outside air and Exhaust gases can enter the set the fan speed to the vehicle if it is driven with the highest setting.
  • Page 21 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-15 If you open the liftgate OFF: The liftgate only operates without checking for overhead manually in this position. obstructions such as a garage Manual operation of a liftgate that door, you could damage the also has power operation requires liftgate or the liftgate glass.
  • Page 22 1-16 Keys, Doors and Windows The power liftgate may be Obstacle Detection Features Setting the Power Liftgate temporarily disabled under 3/4 Mode If the liftgate encounters an obstacle extreme temperatures or low during a power open or close cycle, To change the liftgate stop position: battery conditions.
  • Page 23: Vehicle Security

    Keys, Doors and Windows 1-17 If you do not hear the audible and To open the liftgate, press the Vehicle Security visual feedback when setting the touchpad on the handle on the This vehicle has theft-deterrent intermediate stop position, you are outside of the liftgate, and lift the features;...
  • Page 24 1-18 Keys, Doors and Windows 3. After 30 seconds, the alarm Disarming the System How to Detect a Tamper system will arm, and the LED Condition To disarm the system, either unlock will begin to slowly flash the doors using the transmitter, is pressed and the horn chirps indicating the alarm is operating.
  • Page 25: Immobilizer Operation

    Keys, Doors and Windows 1-19 Immobilizer When trying to start the vehicle, the security light comes on briefly when See Radio Frequency Statement on the ignition is turned on. page 12 17 for information If the engine does not start and the regarding Part 15 of the Federal security light stays on there is a Communications Commission (FCC)
  • Page 26: Exterior Mirrors

    1-20 Keys, Doors and Windows If the ignition modes will not change Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors with the other transmitter, your vehicle needs service. If the ignition Convex Mirrors does change modes, the first transmitter may be faulty. See WARNING your dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a A convex mirror can make things,...
  • Page 27: Folding Mirrors

    Keys, Doors and Windows 1-21 Folding Mirrors Power Foldaway Mirrors Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors Manual Foldaway Mirrors Reset the power foldaway mirrors if: Vehicles with manual fold mirrors The mirrors are accidentally are folded inward toward the vehicle obstructed while folding. to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash.
  • Page 28: Interior Mirrors

    1-22 Keys, Doors and Windows Heated Mirrors Park Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors (Rear Window Defogger): If the vehicle has the memory Manual Rearview Mirror Press to heat the mirrors. package, the outside mirrors have a park tilt feature. This feature See Rear Window Defogger under Hold the inside rearview mirror in automatically tilts the outside mirrors...
  • Page 29: Windows

    Keys, Doors and Windows 1-23 Automatic Dimming Windows Rearview Mirror WARNING The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Leaving children, helpless adults, Automatic dimming reduces the or pets in a vehicle with the glare from the headlamps of the windows closed is dangerous.
  • Page 30: Power Windows

    1-24 Keys, Doors and Windows Power Windows The power windows: Can be operated with the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or WARNING ON/RUN/START. Leaving children in a vehicle with Can be operated within the keyless access transmitter is 10 minutes of switching the dangerous for many reasons, ignition off.
  • Page 31 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-25 Express Down/Up Windows Programming the Power Obstacle Detection Feature Windows Windows that have the The Obstacle Detection Feature is express down/up feature allow part of the express-up feature and is Programming the power windows the windows to be lowered and active: may be necessary if the vehicle's raised fully without holding the...
  • Page 32 1-26 Keys, Doors and Windows If conditions prevent the window Opening the Windows From Window Lockout from closing and the window Outside the Vehicle continues to auto-reverse, it is possible to close the window with the ignition in ON/RUN/START by holding the window switch in the partially or fully pulled up position.
  • Page 33: Roof

    Keys, Doors and Windows 1-27 Sun Visors Roof Pull the sun visor down to block Sunroof glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount and slide it along the On vehicles with a sunroof, the rod from side-to-side to cover the switches are located on the driver or passenger side of the front headliner above the rearview mirror.
  • Page 34 1-28 Keys, Doors and Windows Press the switch to the second stop Press the back of the sunshade Anti-Pinch Feature again to open the glass further, up switch (B) to open the sunshade. If an object is in the path of the to the full open position.
  • Page 35: Seats And Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belts Passenger Sensing System ..... 2-36 Safety Belts ....2-13 Restraints Servicing the Airbag-Equipped How to Wear Safety Belts...
  • Page 36: Head Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Head Restraints WARNING Front Seats With head restraints that are not The vehicle's front seats have installed and adjusted properly, adjustable head restraints in all there is a greater chance that outboard seating positions. occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash.
  • Page 37 Seats and Restraints Rear Seats 3. Release the button. 4. Push down on the head restraint The rear seats have adjustable to make sure it is locked in head restraints in the outboard place. seating positions. 1. To raise or lower the head restraint, press the release button while pulling up or pushing down on the head...
  • Page 38: Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints Front Seats Power Seat Adjustment WARNING (Continued) Seat Adjustment The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
  • Page 39 Seats and Restraints adjusted up or down by moving Storing Memory Positions transmitter, and open the driver the front or rear of the control up door. On vehicles equipped with To save into memory: and down. Keyless Access, opening the driver 1.
  • Page 40: Lumbar Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints If something has blocked the driver Easy exit driver seat can be Lumbar Adjustment seat and/or the adjustable pedals, turned on or off using the vehicle Power Lumbar if available, while recalling a personalization menu. See Easy memory position, the recall may Exit Driver Seat under Vehicle stop.
  • Page 41: Reclining Seatbacks

    Seats and Restraints Thigh Support Reclining Seatbacks Vehicles with manual reclining seatbacks have a lever on the Adjustment Manual Reclining Seatbacks outboard side of the seat. Lift the lever and move the seatback to the desired position, then release the WARNING lever.
  • Page 42: Heated Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints Move the switch forward or rearward Heated Front Seats WARNING (Continued) to adjust the seatback. WARNING For proper protection when the WARNING vehicle is in motion, have the If you cannot feel temperature seatback upright. Then sit well Sitting in a reclined position when change or pain to the skin, the back in the seat and wear the...
  • Page 43 Seats and Restraints Press the button once for the The heated seat indicator lights on highest setting. With each press of the button do not turn on during a the button, the heated seat will remote start. change to the next lower setting, The heated seat temperature and then to the off setting.
  • Page 44: Heated And Ventilated Front Seats

    2-10 Seats and Restraints Heated and Ventilated The passenger seat may take longer to heat up. Front Seats Remote Start Heated and Ventilated Seats WARNING During a remote start, the heated or If you cannot feel temperature ventilated seats can be turned on change or pain to the skin, the automatically.
  • Page 45: Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints 2-11 Rear Seats WARNING (Continued) Split Folding Seatbacks The person wearing the belt could With this feature, either side of the be seriously injured. After raising rear seatback can be folded down the rear seatback, always check for more cargo space.
  • Page 46: Heated Rear Seats

    2-12 Seats and Restraints Raising the Seatbacks Heated Rear Seats To raise the seatback: WARNING 1. Lift the lever located on top of the seatback. Raise the If you cannot feel temperature seatback and release the lever. change or pain to the skin, the The rear seat lock indicator (A) seat heater may cause burns extends when the seatback is...
  • Page 47: Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints 2-13 Rear Seat Safety Belts WARNING Pass-Through Door This section of the manual It is extremely dangerous to ride describes how to use safety belts in a cargo area, inside or outside properly. It also describes some of a vehicle.
  • Page 48 2-14 Seats and Restraints A few crashes are mild, and some Why Safety Belts Work crashes can be so serious that even When you ride in or on anything, buckled up, a person would not you go as fast as it goes. survive.
  • Page 49 Seats and Restraints 2-15 The person keeps going until or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! stopped by something. In a real With safety belts, you slow down vehicle, it could be the windshield... as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop.
  • Page 50 2-16 Seats and Restraints Questions and Answers About Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why Q: If I am a good driver, and I should I have to wear safety never drive far from home, Safety Belts belts? why should I wear safety Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle belts? A: Airbags are supplemental...
  • Page 51: How To Wear Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints 2-17 How to Wear Safety Belts First, before you or your In a crash, this applies force to the passenger(s) wear a safety belt, strong pelvic bones and you would Properly there is important information you be less likely to slide under the lap should know.
  • Page 52 2-18 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen.
  • Page 53 Seats and Restraints 2-19 Q: What is wrong with this? Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones.
  • Page 54 2-20 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING WARNING You can be seriously injured if You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest you wear the shoulder belt under like this. The belt would be much your arm.
  • Page 55 Seats and Restraints 2-21 Q: What is wrong with this? Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt.
  • Page 56: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    2-22 Seats and Restraints Lap-Shoulder Belt 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the All seating positions in the vehicle height that is right for you. See have a lap-shoulder belt. Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment later in this section The following instructions explain for instructions on use and how to wear a lap-shoulder belt...
  • Page 57: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster

    Seats and Restraints 2-23 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating positions. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on the shoulder. The belt should be away from the face and neck, but not falling off the shoulder.
  • Page 58 2-24 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear Safety Belt Comfort Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: Guides This vehicle has safety belt 1. Remove the guide from its pretensioners for front outboard This vehicle may have rear shoulder storage pocket on the side of occupants.
  • Page 59 Seats and Restraints 2-25 WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. 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.
  • Page 60: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

    2-26 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy Now and then, check that the safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely belt reminder light, safety belts, that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone,...
  • Page 61: Safety Belt Care

    Seats and Restraints 2-27 Safety Belt Care Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts After a Keep belts clean and dry. But the safety belt assemblies that Crash were used during any crash may WARNING have been stressed or damaged.
  • Page 62 2-28 Seats and Restraints Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word WARNING AIRBAG will appear on the middle The vehicle has the following part of the steering wheel for the Be sure that cargo is not near an airbags: driver and on the instrument panel airbag.
  • Page 63 Seats and Restraints 2-29 Here are the most important things WARNING WARNING to know about the airbag system: Airbags inflate with great force, Children who are up against, WARNING faster than the blink of an eye. or very close to, any airbag when Anyone who is up against, or very it inflates can be seriously injured You can be severely injured or...
  • Page 64: Where Are The Airbags

    2-30 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an The right front passenger frontal electrical problem.
  • Page 65 Seats and Restraints 2-31 WARNING If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear.
  • Page 66: When Should An Airbag Inflate

    2-32 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag Frontal airbags may inflate at Frontal airbags are not intended to different crash speeds. For inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear Inflate? example: impacts, or in many side impacts. Frontal airbags are designed to If the vehicle hits a stationary In addition, the vehicle has inflate in moderate to severe frontal...
  • Page 67: What Makes An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints 2-33 inflate if the crash severity is above frontal airbags, inflation is there are airbag modules in the side the system's designed threshold determined by what the vehicle hits, of the front seatbacks closest to the level. The threshold level can vary the angle of the impact, and how door.
  • Page 68: What Will You See After

    2-34 Seats and Restraints Rollover capable roof-rail airbags What Will You See After WARNING are designed to help contain the an Airbag Inflates? head and chest of occupants in the When an airbag inflates, there outboard seating positions in the After the frontal airbags and may be dust in the air.
  • Page 69 Seats and Restraints 2-35 The vehicle has a crash sensing You can lock the doors, turn off the In many crashes severe enough to and diagnostic module which interior lamps and hazard warning inflate the airbag, windshields are records information after a flashers by using the controls for broken by vehicle deformation.
  • Page 70: Passenger Sensing System

    2-36 Seats and Restraints Passenger Sensing using remote start, if equipped, to According to accident statistics, start the vehicle from a distance, children are safer when properly System you may not see the system check. secured in a rear seat in the correct When the system check is child restraint for their weight The vehicle has a passenger...
  • Page 71 Seats and Restraints 2-37 The passenger sensing system is WARNING WARNING (Continued) designed to turn off the right front passenger airbag and seat mounted A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child side impact airbag if: restraint can be seriously restraints in a rear seat, even if The right front passenger seat is injured or killed if the right...
  • Page 72 2-38 Seats and Restraints When the passenger sensing For some children who have If the On Indicator is Lit for a system has turned off the right outgrown child restraints and for Child Restraint front passenger frontal airbag and very small adults, the passenger If a child restraint has been installed seat mounted side impact airbag, sensing system may or may not...
  • Page 73 Seats and Restraints 2-39 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator is Lit for an use the following steps to allow the restraint and restarting the system to detect that person and Adult-Size Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is still enable the right front passenger lit, turn the vehicle off.
  • Page 74 2-40 Seats and Restraints Additional Factors Affecting WARNING WARNING System Operation Safety belts help keep the Stowing of articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the passenger in position on the passenger seat or between the ignition is turned off and the seat during vehicle maneuvers passenger seat cushion and battery is disconnected, an airbag...
  • Page 75 Seats and Restraints 2-41 Adding Equipment to the In addition, the vehicle has a If you have questions, call passenger sensing system for Customer Assistance. The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle the right front passenger phone numbers and addresses position, which includes sensors for Customer Assistance are in Q: Is there anything I might add that are part of the passenger...
  • Page 76: Airbag System Check

    2-42 Seats and Restraints Q: Because I have a disability, Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System I have to get my vehicle Parts After a Crash The airbag system does not need modified. How can I find out regularly scheduled maintenance or whether this will affect my replacement.
  • Page 77: Child Restraints

    Seats and Restraints 2-43 If an airbag inflates, you will need to Child Restraints booster. Use a booster seat with a replace airbag system parts. See lap-shoulder belt until the child your dealer for service. passes the fit test below: Older Children If the airbag readiness light stays Sit all the way back on the seat.
  • Page 78 2-44 Seats and Restraints Q: What is the proper way to Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort WARNING wear safety belts? Guides under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2 22. A: An older child should wear a Never do this. lap-shoulder belt and get the According to accident statistics, Never allow two children to wear additional restraint a shoulder...
  • Page 79: Infants And Young Children

    Seats and Restraints 2-45 WARNING WARNING Never do this. Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is Never allow a child to wear the wrapped around their neck and safety belt with the shoulder belt the safety belt continues to behind their back.
  • Page 80 2-46 Seats and Restraints Children who are not restrained WARNING (Continued) properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing WARNING child restraint in a rear seat. If Never do this.
  • Page 81 Seats and Restraints 2-47 Q: What are the different types of height limitations for a particular WARNING add-on child restraints? child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints A: Add-on child restraints, which A young child's hip bones are still available for children with are purchased by the vehicle's so small that the vehicle's regular...
  • Page 82: Child Restraint Systems

    2-48 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat (C) Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat (B) A booster seat (C) is a child (A) Rear Facing Infant Seat provides restraint for the child's restraint designed to improve the fit A rear-facing infant seat (A) body with the harness.
  • Page 83 Seats and Restraints 2-49 Securing an Add-On Child To help reduce the chance of injury, Keep in mind that an unsecured the child restraint must be secured child restraint can move around in a Restraint in the Vehicle in the vehicle. Child restraint collision or sudden stop and injure systems must be secured in vehicle people in the vehicle.
  • Page 84: Where To Put The

    2-50 Seats and Restraints Where to Put the WARNING WARNING (Continued) Restraint A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child According to accident statistics, restraint can be seriously restraints in a rear seat, even if children and infants are safer injured or killed if the right front the airbag is off.
  • Page 85 Seats and Restraints 2-51 Child restraints and booster seats If you need to secure more than one vary considerably in size, and some child restraint in the rear seat, may fit in certain seating positions review the following illustrations. better than others. Always make Configurations for Use of Child sure the child restraint is properly Restraints...
  • Page 86: Latch System

    2-52 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors and In order to use the LATCH system seating position that will in your vehicle, you need a accommodate a child restraint Tethers for Children child restraint that has LATCH with lower attachments (B). (LATCH System) attachments.
  • Page 87 Seats and Restraints 2-53 Your child restraint may have Lower Anchor and Top Tether a single tether (A) or a dual Anchor Locations tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a To assist you in locating the lower top tether are designed for use with...
  • Page 88 2-54 Seats and Restraints the instructions that come with the WARNING (Continued) child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. anchors, or use the vehicle's According to accident statistics, safety belts to secure the children and infants are safer when restraint, following the instructions properly restrained in a child that came with the child restraint...
  • Page 89 Seats and Restraints 2-55 Make sure to attach the child Refer to your child restraint WARNING restraint at the proper anchor manufacturer instructions and location. the instructions in this manual. Children can be seriously injured This system is designed to make 1.1.
  • Page 90 2-56 Seats and Restraints 2.2. Route, attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: If the rear outboard seating If the rear center seating position you are using has position you are using has an adjustable head restraint an adjustable headrest and and you are using a single...
  • Page 91: Replacing Latch System

    Seats and Restraints 2-57 Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat) When securing a child restraint in a WARNING rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child A crash can damage the LATCH restraint to make sure it is system in the vehicle.
  • Page 92 2-58 Seats and Restraints In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
  • Page 93: Front Passenger Seat

    Seats and Restraints 2-59 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Front Passenger Seat) manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top This vehicle has airbags. A rear tether. See Lower Anchors and seat is a safer place to secure a Tethers for Children (LATCH forward-facing child restraint.
  • Page 94 2-60 Seats and Restraints A label on the sun visor says, If the vehicle does not have a WARNING (Continued) Never put a rear-facing child seat rear seat that will accommodate in the front. This is because the risk a rear facing child restraint, a Even if the passenger sensing to the rear-facing child is so great, rear facing child restraint should...
  • Page 95 Seats and Restraints 2-61 In Canada, the law requires that 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run forward-facing child restraints have the lap and shoulder portions of a top tether, and that the tether be the vehicle's safety belt through attached.
  • Page 96 2-62 Seats and Restraints If the vehicle does not have a If the airbags are off, the off rear seat and the child restraint indicator in the passenger airbag has a top tether, follow the child status indicator will come on and restraint manufacturer's stay on when the vehicle is started.
  • Page 97: Storage

    Storage Storage Storage glove box. Move the slide control across the small hole to turn the Compartments cool air flow off. Close the opening to keep cold air from entering the Storage Compartments Glove Box vehicle. Glove Box ....3-1 Cupholders .
  • Page 98: Front Storage

    Storage For large containers, push the Armrest Storage button to access the storage tray. button to move aside the divider and Push the passenger side button to For vehicles with a rear seat make the cupholder deeper. For access the main storage. armrest, pull the rear seat armrest small containers, push down on the There is an accessory power outlet...
  • Page 99: Additional Storage Features

    Storage Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover For vehicles with the dual position cargo cover, it can be used to cover items in the cargo area of the vehicle. Install the cargo cover 1. Hold the cartridge so that the 2. Align the cartridge over the pins 5.
  • Page 100: Cargo Tie Downs

    Storage Remove the cargo cover WARNING 1. Remove the cover from the channels and carefully roll it An improperly stored cargo cover back up. could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. Someone could be injured. If the cover is removed, always store it in the proper storage location.
  • Page 101: Cargo Management

    Storage Cargo Management System A prop rod locks to hold the cover Press the red push button (B) on the up when opened. prop rod to close the cover. Four hooks are located on the inside cover and can be used or To open the cargo management storing items.
  • Page 102 Storage Storing the Cargo Management 1. Open the cover. System Cover Access the rear areas of the cargo management system: WARNING An improperly latched and closed cargo cover, or cargo cover left in the open position, could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden maneuver.
  • Page 103 Storage D-Ring Sliders U-Rail There are four D-Ring sliders that move along rails on both sides of the cargo management area. these can be used as tie-downs when storing cargo. The loop of the D-Ring slider must be facing inward towards the storage area and the ring must be in For vehicles with a U-Rail system, the up position for proper usage.
  • Page 104: Cargo Net

    Storage Storing the U-Rail Gate Cargo Net Remove the gate from the U-Rail by pressing the button and lifting WARNING upward. Do not stack items higher than the upper end of the cargo net or hang anything from the net. Avoid items that have sharp edges or that apply excessive force to the net.
  • Page 105 Storage There are four openings in the headliner, two located behind the front seats and two behind the rear seats. 3. Mount the cargo net to the rear 5. Mount the cargo net to the cargo seat tethers located on the back tie-downs located on the lower of the folded down rear seats side panels.
  • Page 106: Convenience Net

    3-10 Storage 3. Roll up the cargo net, storing it Roof Rack System into the attached vinyl bag. 4. Open the cargo management WARNING system lid. If something is carried on top of 5. For vehicles with an inflator kit, the vehicle that is longer or wider store the cargo net in the than the roof rack...
  • Page 107 Storage 3-11 For vehicles with a roof rack, the Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, rack can be used to load items. For sharp turns, sudden braking or roof racks that do not have cross abrupt maneuvers, otherwise it may rails included, GM Certified cross result in loss of control.
  • Page 108 3-12 Storage NOTES...
  • Page 109: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Warning Lights, Gauges, and Electric Parking Brake Light ..... . . 4-24 Indicators Controls Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Lights, Gauges, and Warning Light .
  • Page 110 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Anti-Theft Alarm System Messages ....4-39 Vehicle Messages ... 4-33 Service Vehicle Messages .
  • Page 111: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls NOTES...
  • Page 112: Instrument Panel Overview

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Panel Overview...
  • Page 113: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls A. Air Vents on page 7 6. Safety Locks on page 1 12. O. Heated Front Seats on Power Door Locks on page 2 8 (If Equipped). B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. page 1 11. Hazard Warning Heated and Ventilated Front See Turn and Lane-Change Flashers on page 5 5.
  • Page 114: Controls

    Instruments and Controls Controls 4. Pull the lever up to lock the : Press the button to steering wheel in place. select the next favorite radio station or next CD, DVD, if equipped, Steering Wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel or MP3 track.
  • Page 115: Horn

    Instruments and Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer (End Call / Mute): Press to (Adjustable Interval Wipes): silence the vehicle speakers only. Turn the band up for more Press again to turn the sound on. frequent wipes or down for less ® For vehicles with OnStar frequent wipes.
  • Page 116 Instruments and Controls Wipe Parking With Rainsense, if the transmission is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle If the ignition is turned LOCK/OFF speed is very slow, the wipers will while the wipers are on 1, 2 or automatically stop at the base of the , they will immediately stop.
  • Page 117: Rear Window Wiper

    Instruments and Controls Rear Window reservoir if either washer is not (Rear Wiper): For continuous working. See Washer Fluid on rear window wipes. Wiper/Washer page 9 23. (Rear Wiper Delay): Sets a The rear wiper controls are on the delay between wipes. end of the windshield wiper lever.
  • Page 118: Compass

    4-10 Instruments and Controls See Washer Fluid on page 9 23 for See Multi-Band Antenna on 2. Push and hold either adjustment information on filling the windshield page 6 18 for the location of the button to advance or reverse the washer fluid.
  • Page 119: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls 4-11 To turn the digital clock on or off: Setting the 12/24 Hour Format Power Outlets 1. Press the CONFIG button. 1. Press the CONFIG button. The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, 2.
  • Page 120: Cigarette Lighter

    4-12 Instruments and Controls There is a small cap that must be Notice: Adding any electrical Cigarette Lighter removed to access the accessory equipment to the vehicle can There may be a cigarette lighter power outlet. When not using the damage it or keep other located under the climate control outlet be sure to cover it with the...
  • Page 121: Ashtrays

    Instruments and Controls 4-13 Ashtrays Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and There may be an ashtray located function. Often gauges and warning under the climate control system on lights work together to indicate a Indicators the instrument panel.
  • Page 122: Instrument Cluster

    4-14 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster United States version shown, Canada similar...
  • Page 123: Speedometer

    Instruments and Controls 4-15 Speedometer Notice: If the engine is operated Here are four things that some with the tachometer in the shaded owners ask about. None of these The speedometer shows the warning area, the vehicle could show a problem with the fuel gauge: vehicle's speed in either kilometers be damaged, and the damages At the service station, the fuel...
  • Page 124: Fuel Economy Gauge

    4-16 Instruments and Controls Fuel Economy Gauge Turbo Gauge (2.8L Only) Canada The gauge shows the fuel usage For vehicles with a turbo gauge, it that the vehicle is currently For vehicles equipped with this indicates when the vehicle is using achieving in liters per gauge, it shows the fuel economy turbo power.
  • Page 125: Engine Coolant Temperature

    Instruments and Controls 4-17 Engine Coolant Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Temperature Gauge Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument panel cluster. United States Canada When the engine is started this light and the chime come on and stay on This gauge measures the for several seconds to remind the...
  • Page 126: Airbag Readiness Light

    4-18 Instruments and Controls The front passenger safety belt If the Vehicle Information display is Airbag Readiness Light warning light and chime may turn on selected, a full page screen displays This light shows if there is an if an object is put on the seat such at start-up that has the three electrical problem.
  • Page 127: Passenger Airbag Status

    Instruments and Controls 4-19 Then, after several more seconds, WARNING the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off If the airbag readiness light stays symbol to let you know the status of on after the vehicle is started or the right front passenger frontal and comes on while driving, it means seat mounted side impact airbag.
  • Page 128: Charging System Light

    4-20 Instruments and Controls If, after several seconds, both status Charging System Light See Battery Voltage and Charging indicator lights remain on, or if there Messages on page 4 33. are no lights at all, there may be a If a short distance must be driven problem with the lights or the with the light on, be sure to turn off passenger sensing system.
  • Page 129 Instruments and Controls 4-21 Notice: If the vehicle is This light comes on during a continually driven with this light malfunction in one of two ways: on, after a while, the emission Light Flashing: A misfire condition controls might not work as well, has been detected.
  • Page 130 4-22 Instruments and Controls Make sure to fuel the vehicle Light On Steady: An emission Emissions Inspection and with quality fuel. Poor fuel quality control system malfunction has Maintenance Programs causes the engine not to run as been detected on the vehicle. Some state/provincial and local efficiently as designed and may Diagnosis and service might be...
  • Page 131: Brake System Warning

    Instruments and Controls 4-23 The vehicle will not pass this Brake System Warning WARNING inspection if the OBD II Light (on-board diagnostic) system The brake system might not be determines that critical emission The vehicle brake system consists working properly if the brake control systems have not been of two hydraulic circuits.
  • Page 132: Electric Parking Brake

    4-24 Instruments and Controls Electric Parking Brake If the light does not come Antilock Brake System on, or remains flashing, see Light (ABS) Warning Light your dealer. Metric English This light comes on briefly when the For vehicles with the Electric Park For vehicles with the Electric Park engine is started.
  • Page 133: Traction Off Light

    Instruments and Controls 4-25 If both ABS and brake warning If the Traction Control System (TCS) Turn on the TCS and the StabiliTrak lights are on, the vehicle's antilock is off wheelspin is not limited. Adjust system and the warning light brakes are not functioning and there driving accordingly.
  • Page 134: Tire Pressure Light

    4-26 Instruments and Controls The indicator/warning light flashes Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and while the StabiliTrak or TCS system Then is On Steady is working to control the vehicle on This indicates that there may be a a low traction surface.
  • Page 135: Fuel Economy Light

    Instruments and Controls 4-27 Notice: Lack of proper engine oil Fuel Economy Light Low Fuel Warning Light maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. For vehicles with the fuel economy This light is located near the fuel mode light, it comes on when the...
  • Page 136: Security Light

    4-28 Instruments and Controls Security Light Adaptive Forward Front Fog Lamp Light Lighting (AFL) Light This light flashes when the security The fog lamp light comes on when system is activated. the fog lamps are in use. This light comes on solid when there is a problem with the Adaptive For more information, see Vehicle The light goes out when the fog...
  • Page 137: Lamps On Reminder

    Instruments and Controls 4-29 Lamps on Reminder Cruise Control Light Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) The vehicle may have a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC displays information about your For vehicles with the lamps on The cruise control light is white vehicle.
  • Page 138 4-30 Instruments and Controls Navigation Turn by Turn DIC Operation and Displays (Thumbwheel): Use the Speed and Curve Assist thumbwheel to scroll through the The DIC has different displays items in each menu. A small marker which can be accessed by using the Digital Speedometer will move up or down the side of the DIC buttons located on the turn...
  • Page 139 Instruments and Controls 4-31 The Average Fuel Economy can be Fuel Used Elapsed Time reset by pressing SET while the The Fuel Used display shows the This display can be used as a timer. Average Fuel Economy display is approximate gallons (gal) or liters To start the timer, press SET while showing.
  • Page 140 4-32 Instruments and Controls Digital Speedometer Unit When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON The speedometer shows how fast Move the thumbwheel up or down to message will appear on the display. the vehicle is moving in either miles switch between US or Metric when See Engine Oil Messages on per hour (mph) or kilometers per...
  • Page 141: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls 4-33 Battery Voltage Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and Charging Messages This display, available on some Messages displayed on the DIC vehicles, shows the current battery indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE voltage. If the voltage is in the some action that may be needed to normal range, the value will display.
  • Page 142: Brake System Messages

    4-34 Instruments and Controls SERVICE BATTERY RELEASE PARKING BRAKE Compass Messages CHARGING SYSTEM This message is displayed if the electric parking brake is on while the This message is displayed when This message is displayed when the vehicle is in motion. Release it there is a fault in the battery compass needs to be calibrated.
  • Page 143: Door Ajar Messages

    Instruments and Controls 4-35 Door Ajar Messages Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE Messages DOOR OPEN ENGINE A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH A door open symbol will be This message displays when the ENGINE TEMP displayed on the DIC showing which engine coolant temperature is too door is open.
  • Page 144: Engine Oil Messages

    4-36 Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Messages OIL PRESSURE The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message STOP ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON is on, but maximum acceleration This message displays if low oil and speed may be reduced. This message displays when the pressure levels occur.
  • Page 145: Key And Lock Messages

    Instruments and Controls 4-37 Key and Lock Messages REMOTE LEFT IN VEHICLE AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON This message displays when NO REMOTE DETECTED leaving the vehicle with the RKE This message is displayed when the This message displays when trying transmitter still inside.
  • Page 146: Object Detection System

    4-38 Instruments and Controls TURN SIGNAL ON Ride Control System SERVICE SUSPENSION SYSTEM Messages This message is displayed if the turn signal has been left on. Turn off This message displays if there is a SERVICE REAR AXLE the turn signal. problem with the selective ride control.
  • Page 147: Airbag System Messages

    Instruments and Controls 4-39 Airbag System Messages Service Vehicle Messages Starting the Vehicle Messages SERVICE AIRBAG SERVICE AC SYSTEM PRESS BRAKE TO START This message is displayed if there is This message is displayed if there is VEHICLE a problem with the airbag system. a problem with the air conditioning Take the vehicle to your dealer for system.
  • Page 148: Tire Messages

    4-40 Instruments and Controls Tire Messages This message also displays Left Transmission Messages Front , Right Front , Left Rear , SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SERVICE TRANSMISSION or Right Rear to indicate the SYSTEM location of the low tire. This message displays if there is a problem with the transmission.
  • Page 149: Vehicle Reminder

    Instruments and Controls 4-41 Vehicle Reminder Vehicle Entering the Personalization Menus Messages Personalization 1. Press CONFIG to access the ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE Configuration Settings menu. The audio system controls are WITH CARE used to access the personalization 2. Turn the MENU / SELECT knob menus for customizing vehicle This message is displayed when ice to highlight Vehicle Settings.
  • Page 150 4-42 Instruments and Controls Climate and Air Quality Air Quality Sensor Remote Start Auto Heated Seats This will allow you to select whether When on, this feature will turn the Select the Climate and Air Quality the system will operate at high or heated seats on when using remote menu and the following will be low sensitivity.
  • Page 151: Comfort And Convenience

    Instruments and Controls 4-43 Auto Rear Defog Easy Exit Driver Seat Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear This will allow you to turn the auto This allows you to turn the easy exit When on, the rear window wiper will rear defog on or off. driver seat feature on or off.
  • Page 152 4-44 Instruments and Controls Lighting Power Door Locks Press the MENU / SELECT knob when Auto Door Unlock is Select the Lighting menu and the Select Power Door Locks and the highlighted. Turn the knob to select following will be displayed: following will be displayed: All Doors, Driver Door, or Off.
  • Page 153 Instruments and Controls 4-45 Remote Lock/Unlock/Start Locking Feedback When set to All Doors, all of the doors will unlock at the first press of This allows selection of what type of Select Remote Lock/Unlock/Start the unlock button. Press the knob to feedback is given when locking the and the following will be displayed: confirm and go back to the...
  • Page 154: Onstar

    4-46 Instruments and Controls ® Passive Door Unlock Memory Remote Recall OnStar System If the vehicle has the keyless This allows the Memory Remote access system, this feature allows Recall feature to be turned on or off. you to select which doors will Press the MENU / SELECT knob automatically unlock when you open when Memory Remote Recall is...
  • Page 155 Instruments and Controls 4-47 How OnStar Service Works For more information see the area has coverage, network OnStar Owner's Guide or visit capacity and reception when the : This blue button connects you www.onstar.com (U.S.) or service is needed, and technology to a specially trained OnStar advisor www.onstar.ca (Canada), contact that is compatible with the OnStar...
  • Page 156: System

    4-48 Instruments and Controls Location information about the On some vehicles, the mute button Universal Remote vehicle is only available if the GPS can be used to dial numbers into System satellite signals are unobstructed voice mail systems, or to dial phone and available.
  • Page 157: Programming

    Instruments and Controls 4-49 Universal Remote System Do not use the Universal Home When programming a garage door, Remote with any garage door park outside of the garage. Park Programming opener that does not have the stop directly in line with and facing the and reverse feature.
  • Page 158 4-50 Instruments and Controls If the Universal Home To program up to three devices: Some entry gates and garage Remote indicator light door openers may require 1. Hold the end of your hand-held blinks rapidly for substitution of Step 2 with the transmitter about 3 to 8 cm two seconds, then turns procedure noted in Gate...
  • Page 159 Instruments and Controls 4-51 6. Immediately return to the Gate Operator and Canadian vehicle. Firmly press and hold Programming for two seconds the Universal If you have questions or need Home Remote button, selected help programming the Universal in Step 2 to control the garage Home Remote System, call door, and then release it.
  • Page 160: Universal Remote System Operation

    4-52 Instruments and Controls If you live in Canada, or you are Universal Remote Reprogramming a Single having difficulty programming a Universal Home Remote System Operation gate operator or garage door Button opener by using the Programming Using Universal Home Remote To reprogram any of the three Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate...
  • Page 161: Exterior Lamp Controls

    Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting It controls the following systems: Headlamps Exterior Lamp Controls Taillamps Exterior Lighting Parking Lamps Exterior Lamp Controls ..5-1 Headlamp High/Low-Beam License Plate Lamps Changer ..... 5-2 Instrument Panel Lights Flash-to-Pass .
  • Page 162: Headlamp High/Low-Beam

    Lighting Headlamp High/ Daytime Running (Parking Lamps): Turns the parking lamps on together with the Low-Beam Changer Lamps (DRL) following: Headlamp High/Low Beam Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can Taillamps Changer: Push the turn signal/lane make it easier for others to see the change lever away from you to turn front of your vehicle during the day.
  • Page 163: Automatic Headlamp

    Lighting When the DRL are on, only the Automatic Headlamp Adaptive Forward low beam headlamps, at a reduced System Lighting (AFL) level of brightness, will be on. The high beam headlamps, taillamps, When it is dark enough outside and For vehicles with Xenon headlamps, sidemarker, instrument panel and the exterior lamps control is in the the Adaptive Forward Lighting...
  • Page 164: Twilight Sentinel

    Lighting Curve Lighting Twilight Sentinel DRL. During that delay, the instrument panel cluster may not be The Xenon light beam pivots based This feature automatically turns the as bright as usual. Make sure the on the steering wheel position and lamps on and off.
  • Page 165: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting See Vehicle Personalization on Turn and Lane-Change Raise or lower the lever until the page 4 41 to select the delay time. arrow starts to flash to signal a lane Signals You can also select no delay time. change. The turn signal flashes three times.
  • Page 166: Front Fog Lamps

    Lighting Front Fog Lamps Interior Lighting Dome Lamps For vehicles with front fog lamps, To change the dome lamp settings, Instrument Panel the button is located on the exterior press the following: lamp control, on the outboard side Illumination Control (Dome Lamp Override): Turns of the steering wheel.
  • Page 167 Infotainment System Infotainment Audio Players Introduction CD Player System Read the following pages to (Radio with CD ) ... 6-19 become familiar with the audio CD/DVD Player ....6-21 system's features.
  • Page 168: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System To minimize taking your eyes off the Contact your dealer Navigation System road while driving, do the following before adding any equipment. For vehicles with a navigation while the vehicle is parked: Adding audio or communication system, see the separate Navigation equipment could interfere with Become familiar with the System Manual.
  • Page 169: Overview (Radio With Cd )

    Infotainment System Overview (Radio with CD) A. VOL/ Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. B. Buttons 1 to 6 Radio: Saves and selects favorite stations. C. TUNE Radio: Manually selects radio stations. CD: Selects tracks. D. FAV Radio: Opens the favorites list.
  • Page 170 Infotainment System O. PHONE SEEK Opens the phone Radio: Seeks the next CD: Pauses the CD. main menu. station. K. CD Slot Mutes the audio system. CD: Selects the next track Insert a CD. or fast forwards within a TONE MENU/SELECT track.
  • Page 171 Infotainment System Overview (Radio with CD/DVD and MEM) A. VOL/ Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. B. Buttons 1 to 6 Radio: Saves and selects favorite stations. MEM: Saves and selects favorite tracks and playlists. C. TUNE/INFO Radio: Manually selects radio stations and shows available information about...
  • Page 172 Infotainment System D. FAV K. CD/DVD Slot CD Eject Radio: Opens the Insert a disc. Removes a disc from the favorites list. CD slot. MENU/SELECT MEM: Opens the H. RADIO/BAND Press: Selects menu items. favorites list. Changes the band while Turn: Open menus, SEEK listening to the radio.
  • Page 173: Operation

    Infotainment System ® Operation For vehicles without OnStar , press PHONE to mute the infotainment MEM: Delete the current Controls system. Press PHONE again, track from MEM. or turn the VOL/ knob to The infotainment system is operated cancel mute. by using the pushbuttons, multifunction knobs, menus that are CD/DVD: Records content...
  • Page 174 Infotainment System Submenus Setting a Value BACK: Press to: Exit a menu. Return from a submenu screen to the previous menu screen. Delete the last character in a sequence. Selecting a Menu Option An arrow on the right hand edge of 1.
  • Page 175 Infotainment System Entering a Character Sequence 3. Press and hold the Adjusting the Fader and Balance MENU/SELECT button until the value changes to 0. Press the BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu. Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, and Bass 1.
  • Page 176 6-10 Infotainment System 5.1 Surround The infotainment DSP (Digital Signal Processing) System Settings system used in conjunction with Settings ® ® Configuring the Number of the Bose 5.1 Cabin Surround For vehicles with DSP, it is used to Favorite Pages sound system for the vehicle provide a choice of different includes digital 5.1 decoding.
  • Page 177: Radio

    Infotainment System 6-11 Auto Volume Maximum Startup Volume Radio The auto volume feature The maximum volume played when automatically adjusts the radio the radio is first turned on can AM-FM Radio volume to compensate for road and be set. Control Buttons wind noise as the vehicle speeds up or slows down, so that the volume The buttons used to control the...
  • Page 178 6-12 Infotainment System RDS (Radio Data System) Selecting a Band Seek Tuning (Radio with CD/DVD and MEM) The radio may have RDS. The RDS Press the RADIO/BAND button feature is available for use only on to choose AM, FM, or XM , Briefly press SEEK or SEEK,...
  • Page 179 Infotainment System 6-13 Station Lists 3. Select the programming type. Storing a Station as a Favorite A list of stations that transmit 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob. Stations from all bands can be programming of the selected stored in any order in the favorite 2.
  • Page 180: Satellite Radio

    6-14 Infotainment System Time Shifting (Radio with Satellite Radio Hold SEEK until the end of the CD/DVD and MEM) recorded buffer resumes live Vehicles with an XM Satellite playback. The radio with MEM time shift Radio tuner and a valid XM Satellite feature can rewind 20 minutes of Radio subscription can receive XM Press and release the...
  • Page 181 Infotainment System 6-15 Control Buttons XM Categories Selecting a Channel Using SEEK or SEEK The buttons used to control the XM XM channels are organized in (Radio with CD) radio are: categories. RADIO/BAND: Press to turn the Press and release SEEK or Removing or Adding Categories radio on and choose between AM,...
  • Page 182 6-16 Infotainment System To select a channel using the menu: Storing a Channel as a Favorite To resume playback from the current pause point, press the 1. Turn the menu knob and select To store the channel to a position button again.
  • Page 183 Infotainment System 6-17 Pausing XM with the Vehicle Channel Unauth : This channel is No XM Signal: The system is Turned Off blocked or cannot be received with working properly. The vehicle may your XM Subscription package. be in a location that where the XM If XM is paused when the vehicle is signal is being blocked.
  • Page 184: Radio Reception

    6-18 Infotainment System XM Not Available: If this message Cellular Phone Usage does not clear within a short period The range for most AM stations is Cellular phone usage can cause of time, the receiver could have a greater than for FM, especially at interference with the vehicle's radio.
  • Page 185: Audio Players

    Infotainment System 6-19 Audio Players If the bottom surface of a disc is While using the CD player, use dirty, take a soft lint free cloth, only CDs in good condition or dampen a clean soft cloth in a without any label, load one CD at CD Player mild neutral detergent solution a time, and keep the CD player...
  • Page 186 6-20 Infotainment System Inserting a CD Selecting a CD Track Selecting an MP3 Track Using the control buttons: Using the control buttons: With the printed side facing up, insert a disc into the CD slot until it Press the SEEK or SEEK Press the SEEK or...
  • Page 187: Cd/Dvd Player

    Infotainment System 6-21 Tracks can be searched by: Care of CDs and DVDs Care of the CD/DVD Player Playlists Sound quality can be reduced due Do not add a label to a disc, as it to disc quality, recording method, could get caught in the CD/DVD Artists quality of the music recorded, and...
  • Page 188 6-22 Infotainment System MEM/DVD/AUX: Press to choose Removing a CD or DVD Using the menu: between the MEM, CD/DVD, 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob. Press the button. and AUX. 2. Select Tracks List. The disc is pushed out of the SEEK/ SEEK : Press to CD/DVD slot.
  • Page 189 Infotainment System 6-23 Playing an MP3 CD or DVD Searching for MP3s on To search for tracks: a CD or DVD 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob. Files that are not stored in folders It is normal for the search feature to are displayed in the root 2.
  • Page 190 6-24 Infotainment System Cursor RIGHT Playing a DVD V Changing the Audio Stream Cursor LEFT 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob. See Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on page 6 36 for Up Menu 2. Select Audio Stream. information about how to control a Use the following actions to 3.
  • Page 191: Mass Storage

    Infotainment System 6-25 Mass Storage INFO: Press to display additional Recording to MEM information about the MEM track Media (MEM) Press REC, then select Record that may be available. Turn to select Current Song or Record All Songs tracks. Infotainment systems with MEM on Disc .
  • Page 192 6-26 Infotainment System Stopping the Recording Recording From MP3/WMA Stopping the Recording Discs or USB Storage Devices Press the REC button while Press the REC button while recording from an audio CD to recording from an MP3/WMA CD or USB Host Support display the stop recording option.
  • Page 193 Infotainment System 6-27 Playing From MEM The number of objects in each Configuring MEM Favorites category is shown in parentheses During MEM playback, press the Playing Back a Previously after the category. FAV button to change between Recorded CD To search for tracks: favorite categories.
  • Page 194: Auxiliary Devices

    6-28 Infotainment System Saving MEM Tracks as Creating Playlists Auxiliary Devices Favorites (Radio with CD ) To create a playlist using tracks stored in MEM: Favorites can be saved by The optional AUX input allows pressing and holding one of the 1.
  • Page 195: Turn The Menu/Select Knob

    Infotainment System 6-29 3.5 mm Auxiliary Input Jack Not all iPods, PFDs, USB Drives, To search for tracks: and Zunes are compatible with the 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob. Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to infotainment system. the 3.5 mm auxiliary input jack to 2.
  • Page 196: Turn The Menu/Select Knob

    6-30 Infotainment System On: Repeats the current track. To search for tracks: Connecting and Controlling a USB Drive Off: Playback starts from the 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob. beginning of the current track after The infotainment system can only 2. Select Search. the last track finishes.
  • Page 197 Infotainment System 6-31 ® Tracks can be searched for by: Shuffle Functionality Connecting a Bluetooth Device Playlists* Turn the MENU/SELECT knob and set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On Before a Bluetooth device can be Artists or Off. connected to the infotainment Albums system, it must first be paired to the On: Plays current tracks in random...
  • Page 198 6-32 Infotainment System Pairing Information: Bluetooth Setup Menu To select the Bluetooth Music Setup menu when a Bluetooth device is Up to five devices can be paired The Bluetooth Setup menu can be connected and active: to the system. accessed with or without a device attached to the USB port.
  • Page 199 Infotainment System 6-33 4. Some devices may require a To connect a paired device when Changing the Default PIN PIN number in order to complete another device is connected to the To change the default PIN: the pairing process. Locate the infotainment system: 1.
  • Page 200: Auxiliary Devices

    6-34 Infotainment System ® Controlling a Bluetooth Auxiliary Devices (Radio 3.5 mm Auxiliary Input Jack Device with CD/DVD and MEM) Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to the 3.5 mm auxiliary input jack to Bluetooth devices that support The optional AUX input allows use a portable audio player.
  • Page 201 Infotainment System 6-35 Connecting and Controlling Searching For a Track Connecting and Controlling a an iPod USB Drive Tracks can be searched for by: Not all iPod's can be controlled by Files that are not stored in folders Playlists the infotainment system. are displayed in the root Artists directory (USB).
  • Page 202: Rear Seat Infotainment

    6-36 Infotainment System Selecting a Track Tracks can be searched by: Rear Seat Using the control buttons: Playlists Infotainment Artists Press SEEK or SEEK to Rear Seat Entertainment select the previous or next track. Albums (RSE) System Turn the TUNE knob to select a Song Titles track in the current sub menu.
  • Page 203 Infotainment System 6-37 In severe or extreme weather A padlock icon may display on the Headphones conditions the RSE system may not infotainment screen when the RSE includes two 2-channel work until the temperature is within Global Off feature is on. On some wireless headphones.
  • Page 204 6-38 Infotainment System Infrared transmitters are on the top Do not store the Remove the batteries if the of the left seatback video screen. headphones in heat or direct headphones are not going to be The headphones shut off sunlight. This could damage the used for a long period of time.
  • Page 205 Infotainment System 6-39 Changing the Source on the Video How to Change the RSE Video The RSE system transmits the Display Screens Screen Settings audio signal to the wireless headphones if an audio signal is The image from the auxiliary device The screen display mode, available.
  • Page 206: Video Screens

    6-40 Infotainment System Video Screens Push the video screen down into its Video Screen Input Jack locked position when it is not in use. The video screens are located in Each video screen is equipped The screen turns off automatically. the back of the driver and front with a video input jack to allow Only the left RSE seatback console...
  • Page 207 Infotainment System 6-41 If a CD, DVD, or MP3 disc is in the Remote Control Buttons (Enter): Press to select the Radio DVD slot, the remote control highlighted choice in any menu. (Power): Press to turn the button can be used to turn on the video screens on and off.
  • Page 208: Aux/Aux

    6-42 Infotainment System Depending on the infotainment AUX (Auxiliary): Press to switch (Fast Reverse): Press to system in the vehicle, DVD the video displays between the DVD quickly reverse the DVD or CD. To playback may be slowed down by player and an auxiliary source.
  • Page 209 Infotainment System 6-43 Replacing the Remote Control Tips and Troubleshooting Chart If the remote control becomes lost Problem Recommended Action or damaged, a new universal No power. The ignition might not be turned remote control can be purchased. ON/RUN or in ACC/ACCESSORY. ®...
  • Page 210 6-44 Infotainment System DVD Display Error Messages Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) The DVD display error message Problem Recommended Action depends on which radio the vehicle The auxiliary source is running but Check that the RSE video screen is has. The video screen may display there is no picture or sound.
  • Page 211: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)

    Infotainment System 6-45 DVD Distortion Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Audio can be heard through wired headphones (not included) plugged System Video distortion can occur when into the jacks on the RSA. If the operating cellular phones, scanners, vehicle has a Rear Seat Vehicles with this feature allow the CB radios, Global Position Systems Entertainment system with wireless...
  • Page 212 6-46 Infotainment System If the front seat passengers are listening to the radio, this function may be inactive on some radios. While listening to a disc, press go to the next track or chapter on the disc. Press to go back to the start of the current track or chapter if more than ten seconds have played.
  • Page 213: Bluetooth (Overview)

    Infotainment System 6-47 When a CD or DVD audio disc is Phone Bluetooth Controls playing, press PROG to go to the Use the buttons located on the beginning of the disc or display disc Bluetooth (Overview) infotainment system and the info.
  • Page 214: Bluetooth (Navigation)

    6-48 Infotainment System Voice Recognition Other Information See the cell phone manufacturer user guide for Bluetooth functions ® The voice recognition system uses The Bluetooth word mark and before pairing the cell phone. If a ® commands to control the system logos are owned by the Bluetooth Bluetooth phone is not connected, and dial phone numbers.
  • Page 215 Infotainment System 6-49 Only one paired cell phone can provide the vehicle's GPS Listing All Paired and Connected be connected to the Bluetooth location through the Bluetooth Phones system at a time. Serial Port Profile is not 1. Press the CONFIG button. available.
  • Page 216: Turn The Menu/Select Knob

    6-50 Infotainment System Linking to a Different Phone Making a Call Accepting or Declining a Call In order to link to a different phone, When an incoming call is received, Radio with CD the new phone must be in the the infotainment system mutes and 1.
  • Page 217 Infotainment System 6-51 Accepting a Call To start a conference while in a Muting a Call current call: Turn the MENU/SELECT To Mute a Call knob to Answer and press the 1. Turn or press the Turn or press the MENU/SELECT MENU/SELECT knob to accept MENU/SELECT knob.
  • Page 218: Voice Recognition

    6-52 Infotainment System Bluetooth Pairing Information: Pairing a Phone (Voice Recognition) Up to five cell phones can be 1. Press . The system paired to the Bluetooth system. responds with a tone. After the Pairing tone say Hands Free . The The pairing process is disabled A Bluetooth cell phone must be system responds Ready...
  • Page 219 Infotainment System 6-53 4. Start the Pairing process on the Listing All Paired and Connected Deleting a Paired Phone cell phone that will be paired to Phones 1. Press . The system the vehicle. Reference the cell 1. Press . The system responds with a tone.
  • Page 220 6-54 Infotainment System Linking to a Different Phone Storing Name Tags Using the Store Command The store command allows a phone The system can store up to thirty 1. Press . The system number to be stored without phone numbers as name tags that responds with a tone.
  • Page 221 Infotainment System 6-55 3. Say the complete phone number 5. Say a name tag for the phone 2. Say Digit Store . The system to be stored at once with no number. The name tag is responds with Please say the pauses.
  • Page 222 6-56 Infotainment System 5. Say a name tag for the phone 2. Say Directory . The system 3. Say the name tag to be deleted. number. The name tag is responds Directory and lists all The system responds Would recorded and the system stored name tags.
  • Page 223 Infotainment System 6-57 To delete all name tags: Making a Call 3. Say the entire number without pausing. Calls can be made using the 1. Press . The system If the system recognizes following commands: responds with a tone. After the the number, it responds tone say Hands Free .
  • Page 224 6-58 Infotainment System Using the Digit Dial Command 4. Continue entering digits until the 2. Say Call . The system responds number to be dialed is complete. Call using <phone name>. 1. Press . The system After the whole number has Please say the name tag responds with a tone.
  • Page 225 Infotainment System 6-59 Using the Re dial Command Call Waiting Three Way Calling Call waiting must be supported on Three Way Calling must be 1. Press . The system the Bluetooth phone and enabled by supported on the Bluetooth phone responds with a tone.
  • Page 226 6-60 Infotainment System Muting a Call Transferring a Call To Transfer Audio to the In-Vehicle Bluetooth System During a call, all sounds from inside Audio can be transferred between The cell phone must be paired and the vehicle can be muted so that the the in vehicle Bluetooth system and connected with the Bluetooth person on the other end of the call...
  • Page 227 Infotainment System 6-61 To access contacts stored in the cell Dual Tone Multi-Frequency 3. Say the number to send. phone: (DTMF) Tones If the system recognizes the number it responds The in vehicle Bluetooth system can 1. Press . The system OK, Sending Number and send numbers and the numbers responds with a tone.
  • Page 228 6-62 Infotainment System Sending a Stored Name Tag 3. Say the name tag to send. Clearing the System During a Call If the system recognizes Unless information is deleted out of the number it responds the in vehicle Bluetooth system, it 1.
  • Page 229 Infotainment System 6-63 Bluetooth (Navigation) The pairing process can be started Pairing a Phone by using the voice recognition 1. Press the CONFIG control For information about how to system or the controls on the button repeatedly until the navigate the menu system using infotainment system.
  • Page 230 6-64 Infotainment System The additional GPS location Follow the instructions given on feature provides the vehicle's the cell phone or follow the voice GPS location through the prompts, to enter the four digit Bluetooth Serial Port Profile PIN number that has been is not available.
  • Page 231 Infotainment System 6-65 Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1. Press the CONFIG control button repeatedly until the Phone menu is shown or press the Phone tab displayed on the screen. 3. Select the Device List submenu. A list of all previously paired phones will be displayed.
  • Page 232 6-66 Infotainment System Deleting a Paired Phone 1. Press the CONFIG control button repeatedly until the Phone menu is shown or press the Phone tab on the screen. 3. Select the Device List submenu. 4. Select the phone to be deleted and then follow the on screen prompts to delete the device from the system.
  • Page 233 Infotainment System 6-67 Linking to a Different Phone In order to link to a different phone, the new phone must be in the vehicle and available to be connected to the Bluetooth system before the process is started. 1. Press the CONFIG control button repeatedly until the Phone menu is shown or press the Phone tab on the screen.
  • Page 234 6-68 Infotainment System Making a Call Press located on the faceplate of the infotainment system, to access the phone menu. 4. Select the phone to be linked 5. The Phone menu will be and then follow the on screen displayed with the name of the prompts.
  • Page 235 Infotainment System 6-69 Accepting or Declining an Incoming Call When an incoming call is received, the infotainment system mutes any audio being played and sounds a ring tone. Accepting a Call Press on the steering wheel control to answer the incoming call or press the Answer option to answer the call.
  • Page 236 6-70 Infotainment System Call Waiting Conference Calling Call waiting must be supported on Conference and three-way calling the Bluetooth phone and enabled by must be supported on the Bluetooth the wireless service carrier to work. phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work.
  • Page 237 Infotainment System 6-71 Ending a Call Mute or UnMute a Call 1. Press the control button. 2. Select the Mute call option to mute the call. 3. Select the Mute call option again to unmute the call. Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers during a call, this is...
  • Page 238 6-72 Infotainment System NOTES...
  • Page 239: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with Dual Automatic Climate Control this system. System ..... . 7-1 Rear Climate Control System .
  • Page 240 Climate Controls Recirculation English units can be changed to goes into manual mode. Press metric units through the Driver AUTO to return to automatic K. Outside Air Information Center (DIC). See operation. Rear Window Defogger Vehicle Personalization on (Air Delivery Mode Control): page 4 41.
  • Page 241 Climate Controls Auto Defog: The climate control (Defog): Clears the windows of (Recirculation): Press to turn system may have a sensor to fog or moisture. Air is directed to the on recirculation. An indicator light automatically detect high humidity windshield and floor outlets. comes on.
  • Page 242 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger The heated outside rearview mirrors Remote Start Climate Control turn on when the rear window Operation: For vehicles with the (Rear Window Defogger): defogger button is on and helps to remote vehicle start feature, the Press to turn the rear window clear fog or frost from the surface of climate control system may run...
  • Page 243: Rear Climate Control System

    Climate Controls Rear Climate Control System The rear climate control can be turned off by pressing the button. For vehicles with the rear heat and air conditioning controls, they are Independent Mode: This mode integrated with the rear seat audio controls located in the center console. directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls.
  • Page 244: Air Vents

    Climate Controls Automatic Operation Air Vents AUTO: Press until the AUTO Move the sliding knob on the air setting is selected to control the rear outlets up and down or left and right temperature, air delivery, and fan to direct the airflow. Use the speed automatically.
  • Page 245: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems Power (RAP) ....8-20 Traction Control Operating Starting the Gasoline System (TCS) ....8-34 ®...
  • Page 246: Driving Information

    Driving and Operating When road and weather Towing Driving Information conditions are appropriate, use General Towing cruise control, if equipped. Information ....8-52 Driving for Better Fuel Driving Characteristics and Always follow posted speed Economy...
  • Page 247: Defensive Driving

    Driving and Operating Defensive Driving Drunk Driving Police records show that almost 40 percent of all motor Defensive driving means always vehicle-related deaths involve WARNING expect the unexpected. The first alcohol. In most cases, these step in driving defensively is to wear deaths are the result of someone Drinking and then driving is very your safety belt, see Safety Belts on...
  • Page 248: Control Of A Vehicle

    Driving and Operating This means that when anyone who Braking pavement or gravel; the condition has been drinking driver or of the road, whether it is wet, dry, See Brake System Warning Light passenger is in a crash, that or icy; tire tread; the condition of the on page 4 23.
  • Page 249: Steering

    Driving and Operating applied. Once the power assist is If there is a need to reduce speed, page 8 4. It is better to remove as used up, it can take longer to stop do it before entering the curve, while much speed as possible from a and the brake pedal will be harder the front wheels are straight.
  • Page 250: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating The fact that such emergency is nothing in the way, steer so that Skidding situations are always possible is a the vehicle straddles the edge of the In a skid, a driver can lose control good reason to practice defensive pavement.
  • Page 251: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating Of course, traction is reduced when Driving on Wet Roads WARNING (Continued) water, snow, ice, gravel, or other Rain and wet roads can reduce material is on the road. For safety, vehicle traction and affect your Flowing or rushing water creates slow down and adjust your driving to ability to stop and accelerate.
  • Page 252: Highway Hypnosis

    Driving and Operating Other Rainy Weather Tips Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Besides slowing down, other wet Always be alert and pay attention to Driving on steep hills or through weather driving tips include: your surroundings while driving. mountains is different than driving If you become tired or sleepy, find a on flat or rolling terrain.
  • Page 253: Winter Driving

    Driving and Operating Pay attention to special road Try not to break the fragile traction. WARNING signs (falling rocks area, winding If you accelerate too fast, the drive roads, long grades, passing or wheels will spin and polish the Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) no-passing zones) and take surface under the tires even more.
  • Page 254 8-10 Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: For more information about vehicle unless there is help nearby. carbon monoxide, see Engine Clear away snow from around If possible, use the Roadside...
  • Page 255: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating 8-11 Repeat this until help arrives but Release the accelerator pedal while WARNING only when you feel really shifting, and press lightly on the uncomfortable from the cold. Moving accelerator pedal when the If the vehicle's tires spin at high about to keep warm also helps.
  • Page 256 8-12 Driving and Operating Two labels on the vehicle show Tire and Loading Information positions (A), and the maximum how much weight it may Label vehicle capacity weight (B) in properly carry, the Tire and kilograms and pounds. Loading Information label and The Tire and Loading the Certification label.
  • Page 257 Driving and Operating 8-13 Steps for Determining Correct the amount of available cargo Load Limit and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 Locate the statement The (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). combined weight of Determine the combined occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or weight of luggage and cargo XXX lbs on your vehicle's...
  • Page 258 8-14 Driving and Operating vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Certification Label Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).
  • Page 259 Driving and Operating 8-15 inflation pressures needed to Your dealer can help you with WARNING obtain the gross weight capacity this. Be sure to spread out the of the vehicle. This is called load equally on both sides of the Do not load the vehicle any Gross Vehicle Weight Rating center line.
  • Page 260 8-16 Driving and Operating The label will help you decide WARNING WARNING (Continued) how much cargo and installed equipment your truck can carry. Things you put inside the Do not leave an vehicle can strike and injure unsecured child restraint Using heavier suspension people in a sudden stop or in the vehicle.
  • Page 261: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating 8-17 During the first 1 000 km Avoid making hard stops for Starting and (600 miles), avoid using more the first 322 km (200 miles) or Operating than moderate acceleration so. During this time the new in lower gears and avoid brake linings are not yet vehicle speeds above broken in.
  • Page 262: Adjustable Throttle And Brake Pedal

    8-18 Driving and Operating Adjustable Throttle and Adjust the throttle and brake pedals Pressing the button cycles it through while the vehicle is in P (Park) three modes, ACC/ACCESSORY, Brake Pedal without pressing on the pedals. The ON/RUN/START and STOPPING pedals cannot be adjusted while the THE ENGINE/OFF.
  • Page 263 Driving and Operating 8-19 If the vehicle is not in P (Park), 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). The ignition will switch from the ignition will return to ACC/ This can be done while the ACC/ACCESSORY to OFF after ACCESSORY and display the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 264: Retained Accessory

    8-20 Driving and Operating Retained Accessory All these features will work To start the vehicle: when the vehicle is in Power (RAP) Starting Procedure ON/RUN/START. 1. With the brake pedal applied, These vehicle accessories can be Starting the Gasoline press the START button located used for up to 10 minutes after the on the instrument panel.
  • Page 265 Driving and Operating 8-21 3. Do not race the engine Notice: Cranking the engine for cranking for a few seconds or until immediately after starting it. long periods of time, by pressing the vehicle starts. If the engine does Operate the engine and the START button immediately not start, cranking automatically transmission gently until the oil...
  • Page 266: Engine Heater

    8-22 Driving and Operating Engine Heater Shifting Into Park WARNING The engine coolant heater, WARNING Plugging the cord into an if available, can help in cold weather ungrounded outlet could cause an conditions at or below 18°C (0°F) It can be dangerous to get out of for easier starting and better fuel electrical shock.
  • Page 267: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating 8-23 Leaving the Vehicle With the See if you can move the shift lever Shifting Out of Park away from P (Park) without first Engine Running This vehicle is equipped with an pulling it toward you. If you can, it electronic shift lock release system.
  • Page 268: Parking Over Things

    8-24 Driving and Operating If you still are unable to shift out of Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) P (Park): 1. Fully release the shift lever WARNING The vehicle s exhaust system button. has been modified, damaged Engine exhaust contains Carbon 2.
  • Page 269: Running The Vehicle While Parked

    Driving and Operating 8-25 Running the Vehicle Automatic WARNING While Parked Transmission It can be dangerous to get out of It is better not to park with the The shift lever is located on the the vehicle if the automatic engine running.
  • Page 270 8-26 Driving and Operating P (Park): This position locks the Make sure the shift lever is fully in Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) front wheels. It is the best position P (Park) before starting the engine. while the vehicle is moving to use when you start the engine The vehicle has an automatic forward could damage the...
  • Page 271 Driving and Operating 8-27 N (Neutral): In this position, the Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or Downshifting the transmission in engine does not connect with the N (Neutral) with the engine slippery road conditions could result wheels. To restart when the vehicle running at high speed may in skidding, see Skidding under is already moving, use N (Neutral)
  • Page 272: Manual Mode

    8-28 Driving and Operating Manual Mode An S will be displayed in the DIC. Driver Shift Control (DSC) Within Sport Mode there is a Notice: If you drive the vehicle at further performance feature high RPMs without upshifting called Performance Mode Lift while using Driver Shift Control Foot (PMLF) Mode.
  • Page 273: Fuel Economy Mode

    Driving and Operating 8-29 The transmission will only allow Fuel Economy Mode When fuel economy mode is on: you to shift into gears appropriate The transmission will upshift The vehicle may have a fuel for the vehicle speed and engine sooner, and downshift later.
  • Page 274: Drive Systems

    8-30 Driving and Operating Drive Systems Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a System (ABS) computer senses that the wheels Vehicles with this feature always are slowing down.
  • Page 275: Parking Brake

    Driving and Operating 8-31 Remember: ABS does not change Parking Brake The system has a Park Brake the time needed to get a foot up to Status light and a Park Brake the brake pedal or always decrease Warning light. See Brake System stopping distance.
  • Page 276 8-32 Driving and Operating EPB Apply If the park brake status light flashes EPB Release continuously, the EPB is only The EPB can be applied any time To release the EPB, place the partially applied or released, the vehicle is stopped. The EPB is ignition in the ON/RUN position, or there is a problem with the EPB.
  • Page 277: Brake Assist

    Driving and Operating 8-33 EPB release may take a longer Brake Assist Hill Start Assist (HSA) period of time than normal when this This vehicle has a brake assist This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist light is on. Continue to hold the feature designed to assist the driver (HSA) feature, which may be useful switch until the park brake status...
  • Page 278: Ride Control Systems Traction Control

    8-34 Driving and Operating Ride Control Systems TCS automatically comes on When this message is displayed whenever the vehicle is started. To comes on and stays on, the limit wheel spin, especially in vehicle is safe to drive but the Traction Control slippery road conditions, the system system is not operational.
  • Page 279: Stabilitrak ® System

    Driving and Operating 8-35 ® Notice: Do not repeatedly brake Driving should be adjusted StabiliTrak System or accelerate heavily when TCS is accordingly. Press and The vehicle may have a vehicle off. The vehicle's driveline could release again to turn the stability enhancement system called be damaged.
  • Page 280 8-36 Driving and Operating When this message is displayed comes on and stays on, the vehicle is safe to drive but the system is not operational. Driving should be adjusted accordingly. comes on and stays on, reset TCS/StabiliTrak Light StabiliTrak Off TCS Off Light the system by: Light...
  • Page 281: Limited-Slip Rear Axle

    Driving and Operating 8-37 Limited-Slip Rear Axle To switch from TOUR to SPORT Cruise Control mode, move the shift lever to the Vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle left while the transmission is in can give more traction on snow, WARNING D (Drive) mud, ice, sand, or gravel.
  • Page 282 8-38 Driving and Operating ® If the vehicle has the StabiliTrak The cruise control light on the (On/Off): Press to turn the system and begins to limit wheel instrument panel cluster comes on system on and off. spin while using cruise control, the after the cruise control has been set + RES (Resume/Accelerate): cruise control automatically...
  • Page 283 Driving and Operating 8-39 To slow down in small amounts, Increasing Speed While Cruise Ending Cruise Control press the SET button on the Control is at a Set Speed There are three ways to end cruise steering wheel briefly. Each time If the cruise control system is control: this is done, the vehicle goes...
  • Page 284: Object Detection Systems

    8-40 Driving and Operating Object Detection How the System Works WARNING When the vehicle is shifted into Systems R (Reverse) the front and rear The Ultrasonic Front and Rear sensors are automatically turned on, Park Assist (UFRPA) system Ultrasonic Parking Assist after the vehicle is shifted out of does not replace driver vision.
  • Page 285 Driving and Operating 8-41 High-toned beeps heard from the Front Display front speakers are for objects detected near the front bumper. Low-toned beeps heard from the rear speakers are for objects detected near the rear bumper. When an object is detected, high or low tone beeps are heard.
  • Page 286 8-42 Driving and Operating If an object is attached to the Turning the System On and Off When the System Does Not front of the vehicle. Seem to Work Properly The UFRPA system can be turned A tow bar is attached to the on and off by pressing the park If UFRPA does not turn on due to a vehicle.
  • Page 287: Rear Vision

    Driving and Operating 8-43 Rear Vision An image appears on the navigation WARNING (Continued) screen with the message Check Camera (RVC) Surroundings for Safety when the Do not back the vehicle by only vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). The vehicle may have a Rear Vision looking at the RVC screen, or use The navigation screen goes to the Camera system.
  • Page 288 8-44 Driving and Operating Turning the Rear Vision Camera Symbols Guidelines System On or Off The navigation system may have a The RVC system has a guideline To turn the rear vision camera feature that lets the driver view overlay that can help the driver align system on or off: symbols on the navigation screen the vehicle when backing into a...
  • Page 289 Driving and Operating 8-45 Rear Vision Camera Location It does not display objects that are close to either corner or under the bumper and can vary depending on vehicle orientation or road conditions. The distance of the image that appears on the screen is different from the actual distance.
  • Page 290: Fuel

    8-46 Driving and Operating When the System Does Not Fuel Seem To Work Properly Use of the recommended fuel is The rear vision camera system may an important part of the proper not work properly or display a clear maintenance of this vehicle. To help image if: keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance, we...
  • Page 291: Recommended Fuel

    Driving and Operating 8-47 The VIN is at the top left of the If the vehicle has the 2.8L V6 engine Gasoline Specifications instrument panel. See Vehicle (VIN Code 4), use premium At a minimum, gasoline should Identification Number (VIN) on unleaded gasoline with a posted meet ASTM specification D 4814 page 11 1.
  • Page 292: California Fuel

    8-48 Driving and Operating California Fuel Fuels in Foreign Fuel Additives Requirements Countries To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now If the vehicle is certified to meet If you plan on driving in another required to contain additives that California Emissions Standards, it is country outside the United States or help prevent engine and fuel system...
  • Page 293 Driving and Operating 8-49 For customers who do not use TOP However, E85 (85% ethanol) and Some gasolines that are TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, other fuels containing more than not reformulated for low one bottle of GM Fuel System 10% ethanol must not be used in emissions can contain an Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel vehicles that were not designed for...
  • Page 294: Filling The Tank

    8-50 Driving and Operating Filling the Tank Lamp could turn on. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 4 20. WARNING WARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. Fuel can spray out on you if you To help avoid injuries to you and open the fuel cap too quickly.
  • Page 295: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Driving and Operating 8-51 The diagnostic system can Filling a Portable Fuel WARNING (Continued) determine if the fuel cap has been Container left off or improperly installed. This Bring the fill nozzle in contact would allow fuel to evaporate into WARNING the atmosphere.
  • Page 296: General Towing

    8-52 Driving and Operating Towing vehicle such as a motorhome, see The vehicle can tow a trailer when Recreational Vehicle Towing on equipped with the proper trailer page 9 105. towing equipment. For trailering General Towing capacity, see Trailer Towing on Information Driving Characteristics page 8 56.
  • Page 297 Driving and Operating 8-53 Do not tow a trailer at all during Driving with a Trailer Towing with a Stability the first 1 600 km (1,000 miles) Control System Towing a trailer requires experience. the new vehicle is driven. The Get familiar with handling and When towing, the sound of the engine, axle or other parts could...
  • Page 298 8-54 Driving and Operating Backing Up Turn Signals When Towing a The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). Use a lower gear if the transmission Trailer Hold the bottom of the steering shifts too often. wheel with one hand. To move the The turn signal indicators on the When towing at high altitude on trailer to the left, move that hand to...
  • Page 299 Driving and Operating 8-55 Parking on Hills If parking the rig on a hill: Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1. Press the brake pedal, but do 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal WARNING not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn while you: the wheels into the curb if facing Start the engine.
  • Page 300: Trailer Towing

    8-56 Driving and Operating Maintenance When Trailer Engine Cooling When Trailer Weight of the Trailer Towing Towing How heavy can a trailer safely be? The vehicle needs service more The cooling system may temporarily It depends on how the rig is used. often when pulling a trailer.
  • Page 301 Driving and Operating 8-57 Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 2.8L Engine, AWD 1 588 kg (3,500 lbs) 3 725 kg (8,212 lbs) 3.0L Engine, FWD 1 134 kg (2,500 lbs) 3 187 kg (7,025 lbs)
  • Page 302 8-58 Driving and Operating Trailering may be limited by the It has a GVWR of 3 266 kg vehicle's ability to carry tongue (7,200 lbs), a RGAWR of 1 814 kg weight. Tongue weight cannot cause (4,000 lbs) and a GCWR (Gross the vehicle to exceed the GVWR Combination Weight Rating) of (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or...
  • Page 303 Driving and Operating 8-59 Since the rear axle already weighs trailering capacity to stay within It is important that the vehicle 1 225 kg (2,700 lbs), adding 578 kg GCWR limits. The maximum trailer does not exceed any of its (1,275 lbs) brings the total to would only be 3 538 kg (7,800 lbs).
  • Page 304: Towing Equipment

    8-60 Driving and Operating Towing Equipment Hitch Cover To reinstall the hitch cover: 1. Hold the cover at a 45 degree Hitches angle to the vehicle and push It is important to have the correct the upper tabs in the hitch cover hitch equipment.
  • Page 305: Trailer Sway

    Driving and Operating 8-61 Trailer Brakes Trailer Sway Conversions and Control (TSC) A loaded trailer that weighs more Add-Ons than 450 kg (1,000 lbs) needs to The vehicle has a Trailer Sway have its own brake system that is Add-On Electrical Control (TSC) feature as part of the adequate for the weight of the StabiliTrak system.
  • Page 306 8-62 Driving and Operating NOTES...
  • Page 307: Automatic Transmission

    Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Brakes ..... . . 9-24 Engine Compartment Fuse Brake Fluid ....9-25 Block .
  • Page 308 Vehicle Care Wheel Alignment and Tire General Information California Proposition Balance ....9-73 65 Warning For service and parts needs, visit Wheel Replacement .
  • Page 309: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care California Perchlorate Accessories and GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other Materials Requirements Modifications systems on the vehicle. Your GM dealer can accessorize the vehicle Certain types of automotive Adding non dealer accessories using genuine GM Accessories. applications, such as airbag to the vehicle can affect vehicle When you go to your GM dealer...
  • Page 310: Vehicle Checks

    Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service WARNING (Continued) work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more Doing Your Own Be sure to use the proper about how to service the vehicle Service Work nuts, bolts, and other than this manual can.
  • Page 311: Hood

    Vehicle Care Hood To open the hood: 2. Move the secondary hood release lever up to release the striker. The lever is located near the middle of the hood. 1. Pull the release handle with the 3. Lift the hood. above symbol on it.
  • Page 312: Overview

    Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2.8 L V6 Engine...
  • Page 313 Vehicle Care A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on G. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and page 9 14. Pressure Cap. See Engine Coolant on page 9 17. B. Power Steering Reservoir and Cap. See Power Steering Fluid H. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. on page 9 22.
  • Page 314 Vehicle Care 3.0 L V6 Engine...
  • Page 315: Engine Cover

    Vehicle Care A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on H. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Engine Cover page 9 14. Pressure Cap. See Engine Engine Cover (3.0 L V6) Coolant on page 9 17. B. Power Steering Reservoir and Cap (Under engine cover). See Battery (Out of View).
  • Page 316: Engine Oil

    9-10 Vehicle Care Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the cross-hatched Checking Engine Oil area at the tip of the dipstick, add It is a good idea to check the engine at least one liter/quart of the oil level at each fuel fill.
  • Page 317 Vehicle Care 9-11 American Petroleum Institute What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Substitute Engine Oil: When adding (API) starburst symbol oil to maintain engine oil level, oil Look for three things: meeting GM Standard GM4718M GM4718M might not be available. You can add substitute oil designated SAE 5W-30 This vehicle's engine requires a with the starburst symbol at all...
  • Page 318: Engine Oil Life System

    9-12 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Life System if driving under the best conditions, How to Reset the Engine Oil the oil life system might not indicate Life System When to Change Engine Oil that an oil change is necessary for Reset the system whenever the over a year.
  • Page 319: Automatic Transmission

    Vehicle Care 9-13 The oil life system can also be reset Used oil can be a threat to the There is a special procedure for as follows: environment. If you change your checking and changing the own oil, be sure to drain all the oil transmission fluid.
  • Page 320: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    9-14 Vehicle Care Engine Air Cleaner/Filter How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview To inspect the air cleaner/filter, on page 9 6 for the location of the remove the filter from the vehicle engine air cleaner/filter. and lightly shake the filter to release When to Inspect the Engine loose dust and dirt.
  • Page 321 Vehicle Care 9-15 6. Turn and tilt cover slightly 8. Replace air cleaner cover by Notice: If the air cleaner/filter is upwards and slide cover away inserting tabs appropriately into off, dirt can easily get into the from outside edge of vehicle. slots.
  • Page 322: Cooling System

    9-16 Vehicle Care Cooling System WARNING WARNING When it is safe to lift the hood: An electric engine cooling fan Heater and radiator hoses, and under the hood can start up even other engine parts, can be very when the engine is not running hot.
  • Page 323: Engine Coolant

    Vehicle Care 9-17 Notice: Using coolant other than What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, ® ® DEX-COOL can cause premature drinkable water and DEX-COOL engine, heater core, or radiator coolant. If using this mixture, WARNING corrosion. In addition, the nothing else needs to be added.
  • Page 324 9-18 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant How to Add Coolant to the WARNING Coolant Surge Tank The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant Notice: This vehicle has a Steam and scalding liquids from a level. specific coolant fill procedure. hot cooling system can blow out Failure to follow this procedure and burn you badly.
  • Page 325 Vehicle Care 9-19 WARNING WARNING Adding only plain water or some You can be burned if you spill other liquid to the cooling system coolant on hot engine parts. can be dangerous. Plain water Coolant contains ethylene glycol and other liquids, can boil before and it will burn if the engine parts the proper coolant mixture will.
  • Page 326: Engine Overheating

    9-20 Vehicle Care 2. Then keep turning the pressure Check the level in the coolant surge Then check to see if the engine cap slowly and remove it. tank when the cooling system has cooling fans are running. If the cooled down.
  • Page 327 Vehicle Care 9-21 If Steam Is Coming From The If No Steam Is Coming From If the overheat warning displays with no sign of steam: Engine Compartment The Engine Compartment 1. Turn the air off. If an engine overheat warning is WARNING displayed but no steam can be seen 2.
  • Page 328: Power Steering Fluid

    9-22 Vehicle Care If the temperature overheat gauge Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering is no longer in the overheat zone Fluid or an overheat warning no longer To check the power steering fluid: displays, the vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive the vehicle slow 1.
  • Page 329: Washer Fluid

    Vehicle Care 9-23 What to Use Adding Washer Fluid Notice: When using concentrated To determine what kind of fluid to The WASHER FLUID LOW ADD washer fluid, follow the use, see Recommended Fluids and FLUID message appears on the manufacturer's instructions Lubricants on page 10 6.
  • Page 330: Brakes

    9-24 Vehicle Care Brakes Notice: Continuing to drive with Brake Pedal Travel worn-out brake pads could result See your dealer if the brake pedal This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc in costly brake repair. does not return to normal height, brake pads have built-in wear Some driving conditions or climates or if there is a rapid increase in...
  • Page 331: Brake Fluid

    Vehicle Care 9-25 Replacing Brake System Parts Brake Fluid There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir The braking system on a vehicle is might go down: complex. Its many parts have to be The brake fluid level goes down of top quality and work well together because of normal brake lining if the vehicle is to have really good...
  • Page 332 9-26 Vehicle Care Do not top off the brake fluid. What to Add Notice: Adding fluid does not correct a leak. Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid Using the wrong fluid can If fluid is added when the linings are from a sealed container.
  • Page 333: Battery

    Vehicle Care 9-27 Battery Vehicle Storage All-Wheel Drive Refer to the replacement number Transfer Case WARNING shown on the original battery label When to Check and Change when a new battery is needed. See Batteries have acid that can burn Lubricant Engine Compartment Overview on you and gas that can explode.
  • Page 334: Starter Switch Check

    9-28 Vehicle Care Starter Switch Check 3. Try to start the engine in each Park on a fairly steep hill, with the gear. The vehicle should start vehicle facing downhill. Keeping only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). your foot on the regular brake, set WARNING If the vehicle starts in any other the parking brake.
  • Page 335: Wiper Blade Replacement

    Vehicle Care 9-29 Wiper Blade Replacement Front Wiper Blade 3. Remove the wiper blade. Replacement 4. Reverse steps 1 through 3 for Windshield wiper blades should be wiper blade replacement. To replace the wiper blade inspected for wear or cracking. See assembly: Scheduled Maintenance on Rear Wiper Blade Replacement...
  • Page 336 9-30 Vehicle Care 2. Slide cover towards wiper blade To remove the wiper blade: 2. Push the release lever (B) to tip to unhook from blade disengage the hook and push 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the assembly. the wiper arm (A) out of the windshield.
  • Page 337: Headlamp Aiming

    Vehicle Care 9-31 The vehicle should be fully Headlamp Aiming The vehicle should be properly assembled and all other work prepared as follows: stopped while headlamp aiming The headlamp aiming system has The vehicle should be placed so is being performed. been preset at the factory.
  • Page 338 9-32 Vehicle Care To adjust the vertical aim: 1. Open the hood. See Hood on page 9 5 for more information. 4. At the wall, measure from the Up-level Vehicle ground upward (A) to the 2. Locate the aim point at the recorded distance from center inner projector Step 3 and mark it.
  • Page 339 Vehicle Care 9-33 Notice: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build-up which may cause damage to the headlamp. 6. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being adjusted.
  • Page 340: Bulb Replacement

    9-34 Vehicle Care 8. For the base vehicle, turn the Bulb Replacement vertical adjuster (V1) until the For the proper type of replacement headlamp beam is aimed to the bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on horizontal tape line. Turn it page 9 43. clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the angle of For any bulb changing procedure...
  • Page 341: High Intensity Discharge (Hid)

    Vehicle Care 9-35 High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) Lighting WARNING The low beam high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage. If you try to service any of the system components, you could be seriously injured. Have your dealer or a qualified technician Base Headlamp Assembly service them.
  • Page 342 9-36 Vehicle Care Driver Side The removal of the underhood electrical center is required for the replacement of one of these bulbs: 1. Open the hood. See Hood on page 9 5. WARNING Liquids from environment or spillage and/or tools placed on Up Level Headlamp Assembly Up Level Headlamp Assembly top of or used in the underhood...
  • Page 343 Vehicle Care 9-37 Passenger Side 3. Remove the connector lock (B) located at the bottom of the The removal of the air filter/cleaner sensor connector (C). assembly and base is required for 4. Press on the top and bottom of the replacement of one of these the sensor connectors (C) and bulbs:...
  • Page 344 9-38 Vehicle Care Low-Beam Headlamps/Daytime 6. Install the bulb socket in the headlamp assembly. Running Lamps (DRL), High-Beam Headlamps (Base) 7. Connect the electrical connector. 8. Install the cap with the down arrow pointing down in the back of the headlamp assembly. 9.
  • Page 345 Vehicle Care 9-39 Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) 3. Remove the DRL bulb socket Front Turn Signal Lamp from the headlamp assembly. (Up-Level) (Base and Up-Level) 4. Replace the bulb in the bulb To replace the Front Turn To replace the Front Turn socket.
  • Page 346: Turn Signal Lamps

    9-40 Vehicle Care Turn Signal Lamps To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate (Manual) on page 1 13 or Liftgate (Power) on page 1 14. A. Turn Signal Lamp 4. Remove the two screws from the taillamp assembly.
  • Page 347: Back-Up Lamps

    Vehicle Care 9-41 8. Press a new bulb into the Back-Up Lamps socket, insert it into the taillamp To replace one of these bulbs: assembly and turn the bulb socket clockwise until it clicks. 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate (Manual) on page 1 13 or 9.
  • Page 348: License Plate Lamp

    9-42 Vehicle Care 7. Turn the back up bulb socket License Plate Lamp counterclockwise to remove it To replace one of these bulbs: from the taillamp assembly. 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate 8. Press a new bulb/socket into the (Manual) on page 1 13 or taillamp assembly and turn the Liftgate (Power) on page 1 14...
  • Page 349: Replacement Bulbs

    Vehicle Care 9-43 5. Pull the bulb (B) straight out of Replacement Bulbs the bulb socket. Bulb Exterior Lamp 6. Push the replacement bulb Number straight into the bulb socket and Daytime turn the bulb socket clockwise to 7443 Running Lamp install into lamp assembly.
  • Page 350: Electrical System

    9-44 Vehicle Care Electrical System If there is a problem on the road and If the overload is caused by an a fuse needs to be replaced, the electrical problem and not snow or same amperage fuse can be ice, be sure to get it fixed. Electrical System borrowed.
  • Page 351: Engine Compartment Fuse

    Vehicle Care 9-45 To identify and check fuses, circuit breakers, and relays, see Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 9 45 and Rear Compartment Fuse Block on page 9 49. Engine Compartment Fuse Block To remove the fuse block cover, press the clips on the cover and lift it straight up.
  • Page 352 9-46 Vehicle Care J-Case Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Fuses Post Catalytic Heater Motor Cooling Fan 2 Converter O2 Switch Back Light Sensor Starter Battery Sense Pre Catalytic Not Used (Regulated Voltage Converter O2 Control) Not Used Sensor Adaptive Forward Cooling Fan 1 Engine Control...
  • Page 353 Vehicle Care 9-47 Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Micro Usage Relays Headlamp Level Spare Vacuum Pump Sensing Diagnostic Spare Module Ignition Wiper Control Spare High Beam Wiper Speed Spare Headlamp Right Starter Spare High Beam Cool Fan 3 Headlamp Left Mini Relays Usage Low Beam/HID...
  • Page 354: Block

    9-48 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Mini Fuses Usage Block DISPLY Display S/ROOF Sun Roof SPARE Spare Universal Handsfree Phone Radio Auxiliary Power APO IP Outlet Instrument Panel Auxiliary Power APO CNSL Outlet Floor Console The instrument panel fuse block is located in the center console Body Control BCM 3...
  • Page 355: Rear Compartment Fuse

    Vehicle Care 9-49 Rear Compartment Fuse Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Block RAIN SNSR Rain Sensor AMP/RDO Amplifier/Radio Body Control Heating Ventilation BCM 6 HVAC Module 6 & Air Conditioning Electronic Steering ESCL J Case Usage Column Lock Fuses Sensing and AIRBAG Body Control...
  • Page 356 9-50 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage SPARE * SEC Security Spare Fuses FUSES INFOTMNT Infotainment Automatic Occupant AOS MDL * TRLR EXP Trailer Export Sensing Module WPR REAR Rear Wiper SPARE Not Used Mirror Window SPARE Not Used WDO MDL Module SPARE Not Used...
  • Page 357 Vehicle Care 9-51 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage SPARE Not Used SPARE Not Used Front Heated Seats HTD SEAT LT WDO Left Window * FUEL Fuel Pump THEFT PUMP Theft Horn IGN/ Ignition/Theft 1 HORN THEFT 1 Wiper Control * LGATE Liftgate CONTRL...
  • Page 358: Wheels And Tires

    9-52 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires WARNING WARNING (Continued) Tires Poorly maintained and improperly Overinflated tires are more used tires are dangerous. likely to be cut, punctured Your new vehicle comes with or broken by a sudden Overloading your tires can high-quality tires made by a cause overheating as a result impact...
  • Page 359: Tire Sidewall Labeling

    Vehicle Care 9-53 Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the Tire Identification Number (TIN). Tire Size illustration later in this The TIN shows the Useful information about a tire is section for more detail. manufacturer and plant code, molded into its sidewall. The tire size, and date the tire was (B) TPC Spec (Tire examples below show a typical...
  • Page 360 9-54 Vehicle Care gone flat. If your vehicle (E) Tire Inflation has a compact spare tire, temporary use tire or compact see Compact Spare Tire on spare tire should be inflated to page 9 100 and If a Tire Goes 420 kPa (60 psi).
  • Page 361: Tire Designations

    Vehicle Care 9-55 Tire Designations (B) Tire Width The three digit (E) Rim Diameter Diameter of number indicates the tire section the wheel in inches. Tire Size width in millimeters from (F) Service Description These sidewall to sidewall. The following illustration shows characters represent the load an example of a typical (C) Aspect Ratio...
  • Page 362: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    9-56 Vehicle Care Tire Terminology and Belt A rubber coated layer of Curb Weight The weight of a cords that is located between motor vehicle with standard and Definitions the plies and the tread. Cords optional equipment including the Air Pressure The amount may be made from steel or other maximum capacity of fuel, oil,...
  • Page 363 Vehicle Care 9-57 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure Outward Facing Sidewall Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to side of an asymmetrical tire that Vehicle Load Limits on which a cold tire can be inflated. has a particular side that faces page 8 11.
  • Page 364 9-58 Vehicle Care Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic Treadwear Indicators Narrow Vehicle Capacity Weight tire in which the ply cords that bands, sometimes called wear The number of designated extend to the beads are laid at bars, that show across the tread seating positions multiplied by 90 degrees to the centerline of of a tire when only 1.6 mm...
  • Page 365: Tire Pressure

    Vehicle Care 9-59 Tire Pressure If your tires have too much air For additional information (over inflation), you can get regarding how much weight your Tires need the correct amount of the following: vehicle can carry, and an air pressure to operate example of the Tire and Loading Unusual wear effectively.
  • Page 366: Tire Pressure For High-Speed

    9-60 Vehicle Care When to Check Remove the valve cap from the Tire Pressure for tire valve stem. Press the tire High-Speed Operation Check your tires once a month gauge firmly onto the valve to or more. Do not forget to check get a pressure measurement.
  • Page 367: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care 9-61 Vehicles with P235/65R18, P235/ Tire Pressure Monitor As an added safety feature, your 55R20, or 235/55R20 size tires vehicle has been equipped with a System require inflation pressure adjustment tire pressure monitoring system when driving your vehicle at speeds (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire The Tire Pressure Monitor System of 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher.
  • Page 368: Tire Pressure Monitor

    9-62 Vehicle Care Please note that the TPMS is When the malfunction indicator is Federal Communications not a substitute for proper tire illuminated, the system may not be Commission (FCC) and maintenance, and it is the driver's able to detect or signal low tire Industry Canada responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure as intended.
  • Page 369 Vehicle Care 9-63 information and details about the Your vehicle's TPMS can warn you DIC operation and displays see about a low tire pressure condition Driver Information Center (DIC) on but it does not replace normal tire page 4 29. maintenance.
  • Page 370 9-64 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching Replacement tires or wheels do TPMS Malfunction Light and process was started but not not match your vehicle's original Message completed or not completed equipment tires or wheels. Tires The TPMS will not function properly successfully after rotating the and wheels other than those if one or more of the TPMS sensors...
  • Page 371 Vehicle Care 9-65 TPMS Sensor Matching tire's air pressure, do not exceed The TPMS sensor matching process the maximum inflation pressure is outlined below: Process indicated on the tire's sidewall. 1. Set the parking brake. Each TPMS sensor has a unique To decrease air-pressure out of a identification code.
  • Page 372: Tire Inspection

    9-66 Vehicle Care 7. Start with the driver side 11. Proceed to the driver side rear Tire Inspection front tire. tire, and repeat the procedure We recommend that you in Step 8. The horn sounds two 8. Remove the valve cap from the regularly inspect your vehicle's times to indicate the sensor valve cap stem.
  • Page 373 Vehicle Care 9-67 Any time you notice unusual After the tires have been WARNING wear, rotate the tires as soon rotated, adjust the front and rear as possible and check wheel inflation pressures as shown on Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the alignment.
  • Page 374: When It Is Time For New

    9-68 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New The vehicle needs new tires if any wear out before they degrade due to of the following statements are true: age. If you are unsure about the Tires need to replace the tires as they get You can see the indicators at older, consult the tire manufacturer Various factors, such as...
  • Page 375 Vehicle Care 9-69 GM's exclusive TPC Spec See Tire Inspection on page 9 66 WARNING system considers over a dozen and Tire Rotation on page 9 66 critical specifications that impact for information on proper tire If you use bias-ply tires on the the overall performance of your rotation.
  • Page 376: Different Size Tires And Wheels

    9-70 Vehicle Care Vehicles that have a tire Different Size Tires and WARNING pressure monitoring system Wheels could give an inaccurate If you add different sized If you add wheels or tires that are a low pressure warning if non TPC wheels, your vehicle may not different size than your original Spec rated tires are installed...
  • Page 377: Uniform Tire Quality

    Vehicle Care 9-71 Uniform Tire Quality (UTQG) system does not apply Treadwear to deep tread, winter-type snow Grading The treadwear grade is a tires, space-saver, or temporary comparative rating based on the Quality grades can be found use spare tires, tires with wear rate of the tire when tested where applicable on the tire nominal rim diameters of...
  • Page 378 9-72 Vehicle Care Traction AA, A, B, C Temperature A, B, C under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and The traction grades, from The temperature grades are A represent higher levels of highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, A (the highest), B, and C, performance on the laboratory and C.
  • Page 379: Wheel Alignment And Tire

    Vehicle Care 9-73 Wheel Alignment and Tire Wheel Replacement WARNING Balance Replace any wheel that is bent, Using the wrong replacement cracked, or badly rusted or The tires and wheels on the vehicle wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming were aligned and balanced carefully loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and nuts on your vehicle can be...
  • Page 380: Tire Chains

    9-74 Vehicle Care Used Replacement Wheels If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blowout WARNING while you are driving, especially if The area damaged by the tire you maintain your vehicle's tires chains could cause you to lose Putting a used wheel on the properly.
  • Page 381 Vehicle Care 9-75 It may be very bumpy and noisy, but WARNING WARNING (Continued) you can still steer. Gently brake to a stop, well off the road if possible. Changing a tire can be To be certain the vehicle will not dangerous.
  • Page 382: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit

    9-76 Vehicle Care When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), Tire Sealant and use the following example as a Compressor Kit guide to assist you in the placement (Without Selector Switch) of wheel blocks (A). System Identification If the vehicle has the tire sealant and compressor kit shown above, follow the operating instructions under "Tire Sealant and...
  • Page 383 Vehicle Care 9-77 If this vehicle has a tire sealant and WARNING WARNING compressor kit, there may not be a spare tire, tire changing equipment, Idling a vehicle in an enclosed Over-inflating a tire could cause and on some vehicles there may not area with poor ventilation is the tire to rupture and you or be a place to store a tire.
  • Page 384 9-78 Vehicle Care The kit includes: Tire Sealant Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Read and follow the safe handling Seal and Inflate a instructions on the label adhered to Punctured Tire the sealant canister. Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister.
  • Page 385 Vehicle Care 9-79 Always do a safety check first. See 5. Attach the sealant/air hose (G) 8. Press the on/off (D) button to If a Tire Goes Flat on page 9 74. onto the tire valve stem. Turn it turn the tire sealant and clockwise until it is tight.
  • Page 386: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit

    9-80 Vehicle Care 9. Inflate the tire to the Notice: If the recommended Be careful while handling the recommended inflation pressure pressure cannot be reached after tire sealant and compressor kit using the pressure gauge (E). approximately 25 minutes, the as it could be warm after The recommended inflation vehicle should not be driven...
  • Page 387 Vehicle Care 9-81 18. Stop at a safe location and 19. Wipe off any sealant from the check the tire pressure. Refer wheel, tire or vehicle. to Steps 1 through 11 under 20. Dispose of the used sealant Using the Tire Sealant and canister (B) and sealant/air Compressor Kit without Sealant hose (G) assembly at a local...
  • Page 388 9-82 Vehicle Care Using the Tire Sealant and 2. Unlock the air only hose (F) from 8. Plug the power plug (C) into the the sealant canister (B) by accessory power outlet in the Compressor Kit without pulling up on the lever. vehicle.
  • Page 389 Vehicle Care 9-83 11. Inflate the tire to the 13. Unplug the power plug (C) from Removal and Installation of the recommended inflation the accessory power outlet in Sealant Canister pressure using the pressure the vehicle. To remove the sealant canister: gauge (E).
  • Page 390: With Selector Switch

    9-84 Vehicle Care To install a new sealant canister: Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 1. Align the sealant/air hose (G) with the slot in the air (With Selector Switch) compressor. System Identification 2. Push the sealant canister (B) down and turn it clockwise. 3.
  • Page 391 Vehicle Care 9-85 WARNING WARNING Idling a vehicle in an enclosed Over-inflating a tire could cause area with poor ventilation is the tire to rupture and you or dangerous. Engine exhaust may others could be injured. Be sure enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust to read and follow the tire sealant contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) and compressor kit instructions...
  • Page 392 9-86 Vehicle Care If this vehicle has a tire sealant and The kit includes: A. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or compressor kit, there may not be a Air Only) spare tire, tire changing equipment, B. On/Off Button and on some vehicles there may not C.
  • Page 393 Vehicle Care 9-87 Tire Sealant When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold Read and follow the safe handling temperatures, warm the kit in a instructions on the label adhered to heated environment for 5 minutes. the sealant canister. This will help to inflate the tire Check the tire sealant expiration faster.
  • Page 394 9-88 Vehicle Care 5. Attach the sealant/air hose (F) The compressor will inject Notice: If the recommended onto the tire valve stem. Turn it sealant and air into the tire. pressure cannot be reached after clockwise until it is tight. approximately 25 minutes, the The pressure gauge (C) will vehicle should not be driven...
  • Page 395 Vehicle Care 9-89 12. Unplug the power plug (H) from The label is a reminder not to If the tire pressure has not the accessory power outlet in exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) until dropped more than 10 psi the vehicle. the damaged tire is repaired or (68 kPa) from the replaced.
  • Page 396 9-90 Vehicle Care Using the Tire Sealant and Always do a safety check first. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 9 74. Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not 1. Remove the tire sealant and Punctured) compressor kit from its storage location.
  • Page 397 Vehicle Care 9-91 6. Plug the power plug (H) into the 9. Press the on/off (B) button to If you inflate the tire higher accessory power outlet in the turn the compressor on. than the recommended vehicle. Unplug all items from pressure you can adjust the The compressor will inflate the other accessory power outlets.
  • Page 398 9-92 Vehicle Care 13. Disconnect the air only hose Removal and Installation of the (G) from the tire valve stem, by Sealant Canister turning it counterclockwise, and To remove the sealant canister: replace the tire valve stem cap. 1. Unwrap the sealant hose. 14.
  • Page 399: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit

    Vehicle Care 9-93 Storing the Tire Sealant Tire Changing and Compressor Kit Removing the Spare Tire and Tools To access the spare tire and tools: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate (Manual) on page 1 13 or Liftgate (Power) on page 1 14. Without Selector Switch This vehicle may have a tire sealant and compressor kit in place of a...
  • Page 400 9-94 Vehicle Care 3. Remove the spare tire cover. 4. Remove the nut retaining the 6. Remove the wing nut (D). spare tire. 7. Remove the extension (A), 5. Remove the spare tire and place jack (B) and wheel wrench (C) and place them near the tire it next to the tire being changed.
  • Page 401 Vehicle Care 9-95 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Take off the wheel cover or center cap, if the vehicle has one, to reach the wheel bolts. 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 9 74 for more information.
  • Page 402 9-96 Vehicle Care WARNING WARNING Getting under a vehicle when it is Lifting a vehicle and getting under jacked up is dangerous. If the it to do maintenance or repairs is vehicle slips off the jack, you dangerous without the could be badly injured or killed.
  • Page 403 Vehicle Care 9-97 10. Put the compact spare tire WARNING (Continued) near you. rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off.
  • Page 404 9-98 Vehicle Care 13. Place the compact spare tire WARNING on the wheel-mounting surface. Wheel nuts that are improperly or WARNING incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or Never use oil or grease on bolts come off. The wheel nuts should or nuts because the nuts might be tightened with a torque wrench come loose.
  • Page 405 Vehicle Care 9-99 When reinstalling the wheel cover To store the flat or spare tire and or center cap on the full-size tire, tools: tighten all five plastic caps hand 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate snug with the aid of the wheel (Manual) on page 1 13 or wrench and tighten them with Liftgate (Power) on page 1 14...
  • Page 406: Compact Spare Tire

    9-100 Vehicle Care Compact Spare Tire tire repaired or replaced at your convenience. Of course, it is best to replace the spare with a full-size tire WARNING as soon as possible. The spare tire will last longer and be in good Driving with more than one shape in case it is needed again.
  • Page 407: Jump Starting

    Vehicle Care 9-101 Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps 2. Get the vehicles close enough could result in costly damage to so the jumper cables can reach, For more information about the the vehicle that would not be but be sure the vehicles are not vehicle battery, see Battery on covered by the warranty.
  • Page 408 9-102 Vehicle Care Notice: If you leave the radio or To uncover the remote other accessories on during the positive (+) terminal, lift open the jump starting procedure, they access panel on the battery could be damaged. The repairs cover indicated by the (+) sign. would not be covered by the warranty.
  • Page 409 Vehicle Care 9-103 Do not connect positive (+) to WARNING WARNING negative ( ) or you will get a short that would damage the Using an open flame near a Fans or other moving engine battery and maybe other parts. battery can cause battery gas to parts can injure you badly.
  • Page 410 9-104 Vehicle Care 8. Now connect the black 10. Now start the vehicle with the negative ( ) cable to the good battery and run the negative ( ) terminal of the good engine for a while. battery. Use a remote 11.
  • Page 411: Towing The Vehicle

    Vehicle Care 9-105 To disconnect the jumper cables Towing Recreational Vehicle from both vehicles, do the following: Towing 1. Disconnect the black Towing the Vehicle Recreational vehicle towing means negative ( ) cable from the towing the vehicle behind another To avoid damage, the disabled vehicle that had the dead vehicle...
  • Page 412 9-106 Vehicle Care Here are some important things to Dinghy Towing For vehicles being dinghy towed, consider before recreational vehicle the vehicle should be run at the Front-wheel drive and towing: beginning of each day and at each all-wheel-drive vehicles may be RV fuel stop for about five minutes.
  • Page 413 Vehicle Care 9-107 3. With the vehicle OFF, press the Once the destination has been Notice: Do not tow a vehicle with brake pedal and press the reached: the front drive wheels on the START/STOP switch to start the ground if one of the front tires is 1.
  • Page 414 9-108 Vehicle Care Dolly Towing 3. Set the parking brake. (Front-Wheel Drive Vehicles) 4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. 5. Follow the dolly manufacturer's instructions for preparing the vehicle and dolly for towing. 6. Release the parking brake. Towing the Vehicle From the Rear Notice: Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it.
  • Page 415: Appearance Care

    Vehicle Care 9-109 Appearance Care Notice: Machine compounding or Protecting Exterior Bright aggressive polishing on a Metal Parts basecoat/clearcoat paint finish Exterior Care Bright metal parts should be may damage it. Use only cleaned regularly to keep their non-abrasive waxes and polishes Cleaning Exterior luster.
  • Page 416 9-110 Vehicle Care Washing the Vehicle Do not use cleaning agents that are High pressure car washes could petroleum based or that contain cause water to enter the vehicle. To preserve the vehicle's finish, acid or abrasives, as they can Avoid using high pressure washes keep it clean by washing it often.
  • Page 417 Vehicle Care 9-111 Wheels and Trim Aluminum Notice: Using strong soaps, Notice: Using chrome polish on chemicals, abrasive polishes, aluminum wheels could damage or Chrome cleaners, brushes, or cleaners the wheels. The repairs would The vehicle may have either that contain acid on aluminum not be covered by the vehicle aluminum or chrome-plated wheels.
  • Page 418 9-112 Vehicle Care Windshield and Wiper Blades Tires Finish Damage Clean the outside of the windshield Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to Any stone chips, fractures, or deep with glass cleaner. clean the tires. scratches in the finish should be repaired right away.
  • Page 419: Interior Care

    Vehicle Care 9-113 At least every spring, flush these Interior Care result from using cleaners on materials from the underbody with surfaces for which they were not The vehicle's interior will continue to plain water. Clean any areas where intended. Apply the cleaner directly look its best if it is cleaned often.
  • Page 420 9-114 Vehicle Care Use only mild, neutral-pH soaps. Do not clean the interior using the Fabric/Carpet Avoid laundry detergents or following cleaners or techniques: Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft dishwashing soaps with Never use a knife or any other brush attachment to remove dust degreasers.
  • Page 421 Vehicle Care 9-115 To clean: If any of the soil remains, a Leather commercial fabric cleaner or spot 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white To remove dust, a soft cloth lifter may be necessary. Test a small cloth with water or club soda. dampened with water can be used.
  • Page 422 9-116 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and appearance and feel of the interior Care of Safety Belts and are not recommended. Do not Other Plastic Surfaces Keep belts clean and dry. use silicone or wax-based products, To remove dust, a soft cloth or those containing organic solvents dampened with water can be used.
  • Page 423: Service And Maintenance

    Service and Maintenance 10-1 Service and General Information Please read the information under Scheduled Maintenance. To keep Maintenance Maintenance intervals, the vehicle in good condition, see checks, inspections, your dealer. recommended fluids, and The maintenance schedule is for lubricants are necessary to keep General Information vehicles that: this vehicle in good working...
  • Page 424: Scheduled Maintenance

    10-2 Service and Maintenance The proper replacement parts, Scheduled WARNING fluids, and lubricants to use are Maintenance listed in Recommended Fluids and Performing maintenance work can Lubricants on page 10 6 and When the Change Engine Oil be dangerous. Some jobs can Maintenance Replacement Parts on cause serious injury.
  • Page 425 Service and Maintenance 10-3 Windshield wiper blade Steering and suspension If the engine oil life system is reset inspection for wear, cracking, inspection. Visual inspection accidentally, service the vehicle or contamination and windshield for damaged, loose, or missing within 5 000 km/3,000 miles since and wiper blade cleaning, parts or signs of wear.
  • Page 426 10-4 Service and Maintenance Additional Required Services Once a Year First Engine Oil Change After Every 40 000 km/25,000 Miles See Starter Switch Check on At Each Fuel Stop page 9 28. Fuel system inspection for Engine oil level check. See damage or leaks.
  • Page 427 Service and Maintenance 10-5 First Engine Oil Change After First Engine Oil Change After First Engine Oil Change After Every 80 000 km/50,000 Miles Every 160 000 km/100,000 Miles Every 240 000 km/150,000 Miles Engine air cleaner filter Automatic transmission fluid Engine cooling system drain, replacement.
  • Page 428: Lubricants, And Parts

    10-6 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard can be identified with the American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. However, Engine Oil not all synthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this GM standard.
  • Page 429 Service and Maintenance 10-7 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Automatic Transmission AW 1 Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 19256039, (2.8L V6 Engine) in Canada 19256040). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or Chassis Lubrication lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
  • Page 430: Maintenance Replacement Parts

    10-8 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 20897358 A3147C Engine Oil Filter 2.8L V6 Engine 12593333 PF457G 3.0L V6 Engine...
  • Page 431: Maintenance Records

    Service and Maintenance 10-9 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 432 10-10 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont'd) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 433 Service and Maintenance 10-11 Maintenance Record (cont'd) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 434 10-12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont'd) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 435: Technical Data

    Technical Data 11-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN Vehicle Identification is the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....11-1 parts.
  • Page 436: Vehicle Data

    11-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System 2.8L V6 Engine 12.4 L 13.1 qt...
  • Page 437 Technical Data 11-3 Capacities Application Metric English Transmission Fluid 2.8L V6 6 Speed Automatic (Transmission Requires No Fluid Replacement) 3.0L V6 6 Speed Automatic* (Drain and Refill) 9.0 L 9.5 qt Wheel Nut Torque 110 ft lb *See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 9 13 for information on checking fluid level. All capacities are approximate.
  • Page 438 11-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2.8L, 3.0L V6 Engines...
  • Page 439: Customer Information

    Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....12-1 Cadillac. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 12-15...
  • Page 440 United States, following Step One first. any other venue for relief available call the Cadillac Customer to you. STEP THREE (U.S. Owners): Assistance Center, 24 hours a day, Both General Motors and your You may contact the BBB Auto at 1-800-458-8006.
  • Page 441: Customer Assistance

    However, if a customer eligibility in the Canadian Motor after the following the procedure wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), outlined in Steps One and Two. the letter should be addressed to:...
  • Page 442: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users

    1-800-882-1112 and who use Text Telephones OnStar and GM Cardmember Overseas (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment Services Earnings summaries available at its Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Center. Any TTY user can Motors Business Unit.
  • Page 443: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program

    Here are a few of the valuable tools GM Mobility and services you will have Reimbursement Program Cadillac www.cadillac.com access to: Cadillac Merchandise My Showroom: Find and save www.cadillaccollection.com information on vehicles and Help Center www.cadillac.com/ current offers in your area.
  • Page 444: Roadside Service

    12-6 Customer Information Location of the vehicle General Motors of Canada Cadillac and General Motors of also has a Mobility Program. Canada Limited reserve the right Model, year, color, and license Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) to limit services or payment to an plate number of the vehicle for details.
  • Page 445 It provides every covered by the warranty. Towing or services for vehicles Cadillac owner in the United States driven on a non-public road or Battery Jump Start: Service to with the advantage of contacting a highway.
  • Page 446: Scheduling Service

    12-8 Customer Information Alternative Service: If Services Specific to Scheduling Service assistance cannot be provided Canadian Purchased Vehicles Appointments right away, the Roadside Service Fuel delivery: Reimbursement advisor may give you permission When your vehicle requires is approximately $5 Canadian. to get local emergency road warranty service, contact your Diesel fuel delivery may be...
  • Page 447: Courtesy Transportation

    Customer Information 12-9 Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement Program Warranty service can generally be If your vehicle requires overnight completed while you wait. However, To enhance your ownership warranty repairs, and public if you are unable to wait, GM helps experience, we and our participating transportation is used instead of the to minimize your inconvenience...
  • Page 448: Collision Damage Repair

    12-10 Customer Information Courtesy Rental Vehicle Additional Program Collision Damage Repair Information Your dealer may arrange to provide If your vehicle is involved in a you with a courtesy rental vehicle or All program options, such as shuttle collision and it is damaged, have reimburse you for a rental vehicle service, may not be available at the damage repaired by a qualified...
  • Page 449 Customer Information 12-11 Recycled original equipment parts durability/corrosion problems, Insuring Your Vehicle may also be used for repair. These and may not perform properly in Protect your investment in your GM parts are typically removed from subsequent collisions. Aftermarket vehicle with comprehensive and vehicles that were total losses in parts are not covered by your GM collision insurance coverage.
  • Page 450 12-12 Customer Information If your vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: Managing the Vehicle Damage company may require you to have Repair Process Driver's name, address, and insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number In the event that your vehicle Genuine GM Original Equipment requires damage repairs, GM Driver's license number...
  • Page 451: Service Publications Ordering Information

    Customer Information 12-13 obligated to have the vehicle Service Publications Owner Information repaired with Genuine GM parts, Ordering Information Owner publications are written even if your insurance coverage specifically for owners and intended does not pay the full cost. Service Manuals to provide basic operational If another party's insurance information about the vehicle.
  • Page 452: Reporting Safety Defects

    12-14 Customer Information Current and Past Models Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual Technical Service Bulletins and Defects problems between you, your Manuals are available for current dealer, or General Motors. and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects To contact NHTSA, you may call ORDER TOLL FREE: to the United States...
  • Page 453: Government

    General Motors of Center For example, your vehicle uses Canada Limited. Call them at Cadillac Motor Car Division computer modules to monitor and 1-800-333-0510 or write to: P.O. Box 33169 control engine and transmission...
  • Page 454: Event Data Recorders

    12-16 Customer Information How far, if at all, the driver was Event Data Recorders To read data recorded by an EDR, pressing the accelerator and/or special equipment is required, and This vehicle has an Event Data brake pedal access to the vehicle or the EDR is Recorder (EDR).
  • Page 455: Onstar

    Customer Information 12-17 ® OnStar Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement If your vehicle is equipped with an active OnStar system, that RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that system may also record data in vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that crash or near crash like situations.
  • Page 456 12-18 Customer Information NOTES...
  • Page 457: Antilock Brake

    INDEX Airbag System (cont.) Antilock Brake What Makes an Airbag System (ABS) ....8-30 Accessories and Inflate? ..... .2-33 Warning Light .
  • Page 458 INDEX Bulb Replacement (cont.) Cargo High Intensity Discharge Cover ......3-3 Battery ......9-27 (HID) Lighting .
  • Page 459 INDEX Cigarette Lighter ....4-12 Courtesy Transportation Defensive Driving ....8-3 Circuit Breakers ....9-44 Program .
  • Page 460 INDEX Dual Automatic Climate Engine Control System ....7-1 Air Cleaner/Filter ... . .9-14 Filter Check and Service Engine Engine Air Cleaner .
  • Page 461 INDEX Fuel (cont.) Filling a Portable Fuel Garage Door Opener ..4-48 Halogen Bulbs ....9-34 Container .
  • Page 462: Heated And Ventilated Front

    INDEX Heated and Ventilated Front Lap-Shoulder Belt ... . . 2-22 Seats ......2-10 LATCH System Jump Starting .
  • Page 463: Object Detection Systems

    INDEX Lights (cont.) Messages (cont.) Safety Belt ....4-39 Front Fog Lamps ... . .4-28 Maintenance Fuel Economy .
  • Page 464 INDEX Outlets Phone Power ......4-11 Bluetooth ..6-47, 6-48, Navigation System 6-52, 6-63 Overheating, Engine .
  • Page 465 INDEX Radios Records Ride Control Systems AM-FM Radio ....6-11 Maintenance ....10-9 Limited Slip Rear Axle .
  • Page 466 i-10 INDEX ® Safety Defects Reporting Selective Ride Control ..8-37 StabiliTrak OFF Light ..4-25 ® Canadian Government ..12-15 Service StabiliTrak System .
  • Page 467 INDEX i-11 Stuck Vehicle ....8-11 Tires (cont.) Towing Inflation Monitor System ..9-62 Sun Visors ..... 1-27 Driving Characteristics .
  • Page 468 i-12 INDEX Turbo Gauge ....4-16 Vehicle Care Wheels Turn and Lane-Change Storing the Tire Sealant Alignment and Tire Signals ......5-5 and Compressor Kit .

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