Cadillac 2000 Seville Owner's Manual

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Summary of 2000 Seville

Page 2: Free
Every 2000 seville under warranty is backed with the following services: free lockout assistance free dead-battery assistance free out-of-fuel assistance free flat-tire change emergency towing 1-800-882-1112 that provides in an emergency: 1-800-882-1112 bumper-to-bumper 4-years/50,000 miles (80 000 ...
Page 4: Table of Contents
Ii table of contents keys and door locks remote keyless entry (rke) system trunk release automatic transmission parking brake windows tilt wheel turn signal/multifunction lever windshield wipers cruise control interior and exterior lamps mirrors storage compartments convenience net accessory power o...
Page 5: Table of Contents (Cont'D)
Iii section 3 comfort controls and audio systems section 4 your driving and the road section 5 table of contents (cont'd) defensive driving drunken driving control of a vehicle braking steering driving tips for various road conditions loading your vehicle towing a trailer heating and air conditionin...
Page 6: Table of Contents (Cont'D)
Iv fuel checking fluids and lubricants gm oil life system™ engine air cleaner/filter brakes bulb replacement windshield wiper blade replacement tires and wheels appearance care electrical system/fuses and circuit breakers capacities and specifications normal maintenance replacement parts table of co...
Page 7: Table of Contents (Cont'D)
V table of contents (cont'd) customer assistance information in the index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find something you want to read. Section 7 customer satisfaction procedures customer assistance offices roadside assistanc...
Page 8: French Language Manual:
Vi general motors, gm and the gm emblem, cadillac, the cadillac crest & wreath and the name seville are registered trademarks of general motors corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time wit...
Page 9: How to Use This Manual
Vii how to use this manual many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain thin...
Page 10: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Viii vehicle damage warnings also, in this book you will find these notices: notice: these mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could...
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Ix for example, these symbols are used on an original battery: caution possible injury protect eyes by shielding caustic battery acid could cause burns avoid sparks or flames spark or flame could explode battery these symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven:...
Page 12: Service Station Guide
For a more detailed look at what's under the hood see section 6 tire pressure see section 6 service station guide oil viscosity engine oil see section 6 engine oil dipstick see section 6 remote fuel door release see section 6 premium fuel recommended use unleaded gas only, 91 octane or higher. See s...
Page 13: Section 1
1- 1-1 section 1 seats and restraint system here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. 1 - 2 seats and seat controls 1 - 7 safety belts: they’re for eve...
Page 14: Seats and Seat Controls
1-2 seats and seat controls this section tells you about the power seats -- how to adjust them, and also about reclining front seatbacks, lumbar adjustments, heated seats and head restraints. Power seats the power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the front seat cushions. D move the ...
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1-3 massaging lumbar (if equipped) push or tap the lumbar control, where it is marked auto, located on the outboard side of each front seat, up for half a second to activate the massage feature. The massage cycle will run for 10 minutes and can be turned off by pushing the lumbar control down briefl...
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1-4 memory seat, mirrors and steering wheel (option) the controls for these features are located on the driver’s door panel, and are used to program and recall memory settings. Adjust the driver’s seat (including the recliner, lumbar, and head restraint adjustments), both the outside mirrors and ste...
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1-5 heated seats (option) this option is only available if your vehicle is equipped with the power lumbar control feature. The front seat controls are located in the center console. The rear seat controls are located on the rear door. (note that only the outboard positions in the rear seats are heat...
Page 18: Caution:
1-6 but don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Caution: sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash you co...
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1-7 head restraints the switches to move your head restraints are located on the outboard side of each front seat. Use this switch to move a front head restraint up or down. Lift up on the switch to move the head restraint up. Press down on the switch to move the head restraint down. The top of the ...
Page 20: Caution:
1-8 caution: don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, y...
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1-9 why safety belts work when you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it..
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1-10 get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ....
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1-11 or the instrument panel ... Or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense..
Page 24: About Safety Belts
1-12 here are questions many people ask about safety belts -- and the answers q: won’t i be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if i’m wearing a safety belt? A: you could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your ...
Page 25: Driver Position
1-13 how to wear safety belts properly adults this part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this man...
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1-14 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “safety belt extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safe...
Page 27: Caution:
1-15 q: what’s wrong with this? A: the shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. Caution: you can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against y...
Page 28: Caution:
1-16 q: what’s wrong with this? A: the belt is buckled in the wrong place. Caution: you can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious...
Page 29: Caution:
1-17 q: what’s wrong with this? A: the shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. Caution: you can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head ...
Page 30: Caution:
1-18 q: what’s wrong with this? A: the belt is twisted across the body. Caution: you can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix...
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1-19 to unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety belt use during pregnancy safety belts work for every...
Page 32: (Sir) Systems
1-20 the best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Right front passenger position to lear...
Page 33: Caution:
1-21 caution: (continued) frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something. They aren’t designed to inflate at all in rollover, rear, side or low - speed frontal crashes. And, for unrestra...
Page 34: Caution:
1-22 caution: anyone who is up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap - shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system ...
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1-23 how the air bag systems work where are the air bags? The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side..
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1-24 the driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door..
Page 37: Caution:
1-25 caution: if something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the stee...
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1-26 what makes an air bag inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For both frontal and side impact air bags, the sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag and...
Page 39: Caution:
1-27 caution: when an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but can’t ge...
Page 40: Notice:
1-28 notice: if you damage the covering for the driver’s or the right front passenger’s air bag, or the air bag covering on the driver’s and right front passenger’s seatback, the bag may not work properly. You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel, both the air bag module and ...
Page 41: Safety Belt Pretensioners
1-29 safety belt pretensioners your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners. You’ll find them on the buckle end of the safety belts for the driver and right front passenger. They help the safety belts reduce a person’s forward movement in a moderate to severe crash in which the front of the vehicle hi...
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1-30 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 2. Push the latch plate into the bu...
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1-31 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide un...
Page 44: Caution:
1-32 caution: you can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. Children everyone in a vehicle needs protecti...
Page 45: Caution:
1-33 caution: smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child. A very young child’s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as i...
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1-34 caution: never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash caution: (continued) caution: (continued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 - lb. (5.5 kg) baby will ...
Page 47: Child Restraints
1-35 child restraints every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided by appropriate restraints. Q: what are the different types of add - on child restraints? A: add - on child restraints are available in four basic types. When selecting a child restraint...
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1-36 a rear - facing infant restraint (b) positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle. Rear - facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs. (9 kg) and about one year of age. This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant’s head, neck and body can have the...
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1-37 a forward - facing child restraint (c - e) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward - facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs. (9 to 18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches (66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years of ...
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1-38 a booster seat (f) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs., or even up to 80 lbs. (18 to 27 kg, or even up to 36 kg), and about four to eight years of age. A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Booster seats with shields use lap - only b...
Page 51: Caution:
1-39 caution: a child in a rear - facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear - facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear - facing child restraint in a ...
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1-40 in order to get to one of these brackets, you’ll have to open the trim cover. When using a top strap - equipped child restraint in a rear outboard position, be sure to route the top strap under the head restraint. The top strap anchor for the center rear seating position is located at the top o...
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1-41 tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to..
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1-42 4. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 5. Push and pull the child restraint in diff...
Page 55: Caution:
1-43 caution: a child in a rear - facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear - facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear - facing child restraint in th...
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1-44 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock..
Page 57: Larger Children
1-45 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secur...
Page 58: Caution:
1-46 accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. D children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. D children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are. Caution: never do this. Here...
Page 59: Caution:
1-47 caution: never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap - shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. Tha...
Page 60: Safety Belt Extender
1-48 safety belt extender if the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough...
Page 61: Section 2
2- 2-1 section 2 features and controls here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to d...
Page 62: Keys
2-2 keys caution: leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. If they turned the ignition to acc or on and moved the s...
Page 63: Notice:
2-3 master key valet key there is a master key that works in all of the lock cylinders (driver’s door, trunk, ignition and glove box). There is also a valet key which only operates the driver’s door and the ignition. Both the master and valet keys have a transponder embedded into the key for securit...
Page 64: Door Locks
2-4 door locks caution: unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially children -- can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be s...
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2-5 central door unlocking system when unlocking the driver’s door, you can unlock the other doors by holding the key in the turned position for a few seconds or by quickly turning the key twice in the lock cylinder. Power door locks the power door lock switch is located on each front door. Press th...
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2-6 rear door security lock your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside. The locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door. To use one of these locks 1. Move the lever on the door all the way...
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2-7 remote keyless entry (rke) system with this feature, you can lock and unlock the doors, unlock the trunk, open the fuel door and turn on your vehicle’s interior lamps from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the rke transmitter supplied with your vehicle. Your remote keyless entry ...
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2-8 operation when you press this button to unlock the driver’s door, the parking lamps on your vehicle will flash twice. (you can program your vehicle so the parking lamps will not flash. For more information, see “vehicle programming and personalization features” in the index.) pressing this butto...
Page 69: Notice:
2-9 notice: when replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. 1. Use a coin (or a similar object) to pry open the transmitter. 2. Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil (or a similar object...
Page 70: Trunk
2-10 resynchronization pressing the transmitter buttons numerous times (approximately 250 times) out of the vehicle’s operating range may cause the transmitter not to work. Replacing the battery and pressing the transmitter buttons out of range will also cause the transmitter not to work. If only th...
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2-11 trunk lock release the trunk lock release button is located on the left side of the instrument panel below the lamp controls. To use this feature, your vehicle must be in park (p) or neutral (n) (if the ignition is on) and the valet lockout button must be in the off position. To open the trunk,...
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2-12 trunk lid tie down (if equipped) caution: driving with the trunk lid open can allow dangerous co (carbon monoxide) gas to come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell co. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you ever need to drive with your trunk lid open, then: d make sure all win...
Page 73: Theft
2-13 theft vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft - deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the ignition if you leave your vehicle with the keys ...
Page 74: Theft
2-14 theft - deterrent system if the ignition is off and any door is open, the security light will flash, reminding you to arm the system. To arm the system, do the following: 1. Open the door. 2. Lock the door using the power door lock switch with the door open or the remote keyless entry (rke) sys...
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2-15 testing the alarm 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the window, then get out of the vehicle, keeping the door open. 2. From outside of the vehicle, with the door open, lock the vehicle using the power door lock or the rke system and close the door. Wait 30 seconds until the security lamp go...
Page 76: Pass
2-16 pass - key r iii your vehicle is equipped with the pass - key iii (personalized automotive security system) theft - deterrent system. Pass - key iii is a passive theft - deterrent system. This means you don’t have to do anything different to arm or disarm the system. It works when you insert or...
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2-17 if the engine does not start and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse (see “fuses and circuit breakers” in the index). If the engine still does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does ...
Page 78: New Vehicle “Break
2-18 new vehicle “break - in” notice: your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break - in.” but it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: d don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or slow -- for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full - throttle starts. D avoid making ...
Page 79: Starting Your Engine
2-19 acc: this position lets you use things like the radio, windshield wipers, power windows and sunroof (option) when the engine is off. Use acc if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is off (for example, if your vehicle is being pushed). On: this is the position for driving. Star...
Page 80: Notice:
2-20 starting your northstar v8 engine 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to start. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. Notice: holding your key in start for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your ba...
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2-21 engine coolant heater (if equipped) a. Engine oil dipstick location b. Engine coolant heater cord c. Transaxle dipstick/fluid fill location in very cold weather, 0 _f ( - 18 _c) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm ...
Page 82: Caution:
2-22 caution: plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three - prong 110 - volt ac outlet. If the cord won’t reach, use a...
Page 83: Caution:
2-23 caution: it is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in park (p) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. Y...
Page 84: Caution:
2-24 also use this gear to rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle. See “if you’re stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow” in the index for additional information. Neutral (n): in this position, the engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart ...
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2-25 third (3): this position is also used for normal driving, however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy than overdrive (d). Here are examples for using third (3) instead of overdrive (d): d when driving on hilly, winding roads. D when going down a steep hill. Second (2): this position gi...
Page 86: Parking Brake
2-26 performance shift display (sts only) when your vehicle detects a change in driving conditions, it will automatically initiate the appropriate performance shift mode. When this occurs, the gear display on the instrument panel cluster will change to indicate that the transmission has shifted to a...
Page 87: Notice:
2-27 reach under the driver’s side of the instrument panel and pull down on the manual release lever, which is located behind the parking brake pedal. Pull down on the yellow tab as shown by the arrow in the illustration. If the parking brake does not release, you should have your vehicle towed to y...
Page 88: Caution:
2-28 console shift lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot. 2. Move the shift lever into park (p) by pushing the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle. 3. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the parking brake. 4. Turn the ignition key to off. 5. ...
Page 89: Shifting Out of Park (P)
2-29 torque lock if you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into park (p) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of park (p). This is called “torque lock.” to prevent ...
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2-30 ultrasonic rear parking assist (urpa)(option) ultrasonic rear parking assist can help you to determine how close an object is to your rear bumper within a given area, making parking easier. The urpa display is located inside the vehicle, above the rear window. It has three color - coded lights ...
Page 91: Caution:
2-31 if the urpa system is not functioning properly, the display will flash red, indicating that there is a problem. The light will also flash red when you are driving if a trailer is attached to your vehicle, or if you have a bicycle or an object hanging out of your trunk. The light will continue t...
Page 92: Engine Exhaust
2-32 engine exhaust caution: engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (co), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: d your exhaust system sounds strange or different. D your vehicle gets rusty underneath. D your v...
Page 93: Caution:
2-33 caution: it can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in park (p) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly....
Page 94: Horn
2-34 express - down window this feature is on all power windows. Press the down arrow to the second position to activate the express - down feature. If you want to stop the window as it is lowering, press the control again. Rear window lockout press the lock button down to disable the rear passenger...
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2-35 tilt steering allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. Raising the steering wheel to the highest level gives your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle. Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you to bring the steering wheel close to you. Adjust the steer...
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2-36 turn signal/multifunction lever turn and lane change signals to signal a turn, move the lever on the left side of the steering wheel all the way up or down. The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete. An arrow located on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of...
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2-37 flash-to-pass this feature lets you use the high - beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. Pull the turn signal lever toward you briefly to flash - to - pass. When you do: d if the headlamps are either off or in the daytime running lamps (drl) mode, the high -...
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2-38 lo or hi: move the lever up to lo for steady wiping at a slow speed. Move the lever higher to hi for steady wiping at a high speed. Int (delay): move the lever up to the int position, then turn the int adj band, which is located on the lever, to adjust the delay time. The higher you turn the in...
Page 99: Notice:
2-39 the rainsense wipers operate in a delay mode as well as a continuous low or high speed depending on the amount of moisture and the sensitivity setting. The mist and “wash” cycles operate as normal and are not affected by the rainsense function. Notice: the wipers must be turned off when going t...
Page 100: Caution:
2-40 cruise control the cruise control lever is located on the lower right side of the steering column. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds be...
Page 101: Caution:
2-41 setting cruise control caution: if you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. 1. Pre...
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2-42 reducing speed while using cruise control there are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: d move the cruise lever down to set/cst and hold it there until you reach a desired lower speed, then release it. D to slow down in very small amounts, move the cruise lever to set/cst ...
Page 103: Exterior Lamps
2-43 exterior lamps the control located on the left side of the instrument panel operates these lamp systems: d parking lamps d headlamps d taillamps d sidemarker lamps d license plate lamp d underhood lamp d fog lamps (sts only) d instrument panel lights instrument panel backlighting will dim only ...
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2-44 to operate the wiper - activated headlamps, the twilight sentinel r must be on. If the wiper - activated headlamps are on and the ignition key is turned to acc, the wiper - activated headlamps will continue. When you turn the key to off or acc, the wiper - activated headlamps will immediately t...
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2-45 when the twilight sentinel r switch is on and it’s dark enough outside, the high - beam headlamps (at reduced intensity) will turn off and normal low - beam headlamp operation will occur. When the twilight sentinel switch is on and it’s bright enough outside, the regular lamps will go off, and ...
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2-46 cornering lamps the cornering lamps come on when the headlamps or parking lamps are on and you signal a turn. They provide more light for cornering. Twilight sentinel r this control is located below the exterior lamps control knob. It automatically turns the lamps on and off by sensing how dark...
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2-47 light sensor the light sensor for the daytime running lamps (drl) and the twilight sentinel is located on the driver’s side of the front defogger grille. If you cover the sensor, it will read “dark” and the lamps will come on. Exterior lighting battery saver if the manual parking lamps or headl...
Page 108: Interior Lamps
2-48 interior lamps instrument panel intensity/brightness control with the parking lamps on, the instrument panel lighting automatically dims when it becomes dark outside and brightens when it becomes light outside. When it’s dark, and if the parking lamps are on, the brightness control can be manua...
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2-49 illuminated entry the illuminated entry system turns on the courtesy lamps and the backlighting to the driver’s door switches and to the ignition key when a door is opened or if you press the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter unlock button. The illuminated entry system works with the light...
Page 110: Mirrors
2-50 if the battery continues to discharge, even with the engine idling at a higher rpm setting, some electrical loads will automatically be reduced. When this occurs, the rear window defogger may take slightly longer to clear the glass, the heated seats may not get as warm as they usually do and th...
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2-51 the mirror also includes an eight - point compass display in the upper right corner of the mirror face. When on, the compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle is driven. When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner...
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2-52 the mirror can be calibrated in one of two ways: d drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display reads a direction, or d drive the vehicle on your everyday routine. Compass variance the mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adju...
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2-53 power remote control mirror (heated) this feature is located on the driver’s door armrest. Move the l/r select switch located under the power mirror control to choose the left or right mirror. To adjust the mirror, move the arrow control in the direction you want the mirror to go. Leave the l/r...
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2-54 convex outside mirror your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. This mirror does not have a dimming feature. Caution: a convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If yo...
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2-55 center console storage the center console comes with a storage tray, a storage compartment for cds or tapes, a dual cupholder that unfolds, a coinholder, an optional phone and an armrest. The cupholder can be opened by pressing on the surface panel located in front of the armrest and unfolding ...
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2-56 ashtrays and cigarette lighter (option) the ashtrays and cigarette lighters may be ordered through your dealer. Notice: don’t put papers or other flammable items into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them, causing a damaging fire. Front ashtray press on the ...
Page 117: Sun Visors
2-57 sun visors swing down the visor to block out glare. It can be detached from the center mount and moved to the side. When moved to the side, the sun visor will also move forward and rearward. The sun visors are equipped with a storage flap that can be used for small items such as toll tickets. T...
Page 118: Onstar
2-58 onstar r system (if equipped) onstar is a vehicle communications service. The following services are available through subscription with onstar and are available 24 hours a day: emergency services d automatic notification of air bag deployment d theft notification and stolen vehicle tracking d ...
Page 119: Sunroof (Option)
2-59 sunroof (option) there are two control switches to operate the sunroof -- one to open/close or express - open the sunroof and the other for vent open/close. The control switches work only when the ignition is on or when the ignition is off and the retained accessory power (rap) is active. Press...
Page 120: Homelink
2-60 homelink r transmitter this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operati...
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2-61 1. If you have previously programmed a transmitter channel, proceed to step 2. Otherwise, hold down the two outside buttons on the homelink transmitter until the indicator light begins to flash rapidly (after 20 seconds). Then release the buttons. This procedure initializes the memory and erase...
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2-62 operating the homelink transmitter press and release the appropriate button on the homelink transmitter. The indicator light comes on while the signal is being transmitted. The homelink transmitter is disabled when the valet lock switch inside the glove box is activated. For more information, s...
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2-63 3. Return to the homelink transmitter in your vehicle and firmly press and release the homelink transmitter button you have already programmed for two to three seconds. Press and release the button again (you may need to do this step up to three times) to make sure that the homelink transmitter...
Page 124: The Instrument Panel
2-64 the instrument panel -- your information system.
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2-65 the main components of the instrument panel are: 1. Air outlets 2. Driver information center control buttons 3. Turn signal/multifunction lever 4. Instrument panel cluster 5. Windshield wiper/washer lever 6. Cruise control lever 7. Ignition switch 8. Air vent control dial 9. Hazard warning butt...
Page 126: Instrument Panel Cluster
2-66 instrument panel cluster your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. United states version shown, canada simil...
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2-67 speedometer and odometer the speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the united states) or kilometers (used in canada). You may wonder what happens if a veh...
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2-68 english/metric display you can go back and forth from english (miles) to metric (kilometers) by pressing this button. Other readings such as temperature, fuel and trip odometer also go back and forth between english and metric. Vehicle speed limiter this feature prevents your vehicle from excee...
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2-69 warning lights, gages and indicators this part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Pa...
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2-70 air bag readiness light there is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows air bag (united states) or the air bag symbol (canada). The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check in...
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2-71 charging system light this light goes on when you turn your key to on or start. It goes off once you start your engine. That’s a check to be sure the light works. If it doesn’t come on, be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if something goes wrong. If this light stays on, you...
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2-72 when the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. Anti-lock brake system war...
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2-73 the traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons: d if there’s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control, the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on. D if the traction control system is affected by an...
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2-74 malfunction indicator lamp (service engine soon light in the united states or check engine light in canada) united states canada your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called obd ii (on - board diagnos...
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2-75 this light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: d light flashing -- a misfire condition has been detected...
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2-76 are you low on fuel? As your engine starts to run out of fuel, your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire. The system can detect this. Adding fuel should correct this condition. Make sure to install the fuel cap ...
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2-77 oil pressure light this light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure. The light goes on when you turn your key to on or start. It goes off once you start your engine. That’s a check to be sure the light works. If it doesn’t come on, be sure to have it fixed so it wi...
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2-78 fog lamp light (sts only) this light will come on when the fog lamp button is pressed. For more information about the fog lamps, see “fog lamps” in the index. Lights on reminder light united states canada this telltale comes on whenever the parking lamps are on, so that you know your lights are...
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2-79 driver information center (dic) this display gives you the status of many of your vehicle’s systems. The dic is also used to display driver personalization features and warning/status messages. Dic controls and displays info: pressing this button up or down will display the outside temp, miles ...
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2-80 gal fuel used (reset): press the info button to display the gal fuel used on the dic, then press and hold the info reset button until 0.0 gal fuel used is displayed. Avg mph (reset): this message shows the average speed you have traveled at since the last time you reset the value. Press the inf...
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2-81 most messages can be removed from the display by pressing the info or info reset button while the message is being displayed. Dic messages can also be displayed in french, german, spanish and japanese. Contact your dealer to have the language display adjusted for your vehicle. Battery not charg...
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2-82 change engine oil - 82: this means that the life of the engine oil has expired and it should be changed within 200 miles. See “engine oil” and “filter recommendations” in the maintenance schedule booklet. After an oil change, the oil life indicator must be reset. See “oil life indicator, how to...
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2-83 driver no. X (1 or 2) : this message will be displayed with the key in on and while entering feature programming, but only if the vehicle is equipped with memory seats. The message will show which driver is activating the personalization feature. It will only stay on for five seconds. This mess...
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2-84 headlamps suggested - 23: if it’s dark enough outside and the headlamps and twilight sentinel r controls are off, a headlamps suggested message will display on the dic. This message informs the driver that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended even though the daytime running lamps (drl) ...
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2-85 service electrical sys - 106: this message will display if an electrical problem has occurred within the powertrain control module (pcm) or the ignition switch. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealership. Service fuel system - 101: the powertrain control module (pcm) has detected a problem w...
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2-86 service suspension sys - 84: this message is displayed to indicate that the suspension system is not operating properly. To correct this problem, have your vehicle serviced at your dealership. Service theft system - 34: this message means there is a problem in the personalized automotive securi...
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2-87 traction off - 89: this message will be displayed after the traction control has been turned off by the button on the center console. Traction ready - 90: this message informs the driver that the traction control system is available. This occurs when the traction control switch on the console h...
Page 148: Vehicle Programming And
2-88 vehicle programming and personalization features (if equipped) if your vehicle is equipped with personalization, you can program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two people. If your vehicle does not have personalization, then some of the features on your vehicle have been progr...
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2-89 key in recall (if equipped) enter feature programming by following the previous instructions and then press the down arrow on the info button one or more times until the key in recall prompt appears on the dic display. To turn the feature on, press the on/off button until on appears. The seat a...
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2-90 lights flash at lock enter feature programming by following the previous instructions and then press the down arrow on the info button one or more times until the lights flash at lock prompt appears on the dic display. To turn the feature on, press the on/off button until on appears. If all the...
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2-91 doors lock in gear enter feature programming by following the previous instructions and then press the down arrow on the info button one or more times until the doors lock in gear prompt appears. This feature will automatically lock all doors when the vehicle is shifted out of park (p) and all ...
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2-92 mirror to curb in reverse (if equipped) press the down arrow on the info button one or more times until the mirror to curb in rev prompts appears on the dic display. This feature will move the passenger’s outside rearview mirror to a curb view position when the console shifter is placed in reve...
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2-93 the electronic sensor can be affected by road or engine heat during idling, slow driving or when the engine is first stared after a short trip. To ensure proper automatic climate control operation, the outside air temperature display may not update as quickly as expected. This is to allow the a...
Page 154: Navigation (Option)
2-94 navigation (option) navigation display and controls this display screen is located in the center of the instrument panel. There are eight “hard” buttons and a touch sensitive screen. Your vehicle may be equipped with a turn - by - turn navigation guidance system that includes a cd rom map media...
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3- 3-1 section 3 comfort controls and audio systems in this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. 3 - 2 comfort controls 3 - 2 climate control panel 3 - 6 air c...
Page 156: Comfort Controls
3-2 comfort controls this section tells you how to make your air system work for you. Climate control panel your vehicle is equipped with a dual - zone electronic climate control system. This system can automatically adjust and control temperature, fan speed, air delivery mode, air conditioning oper...
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3-3 passenger’s side temperature knob the right front passenger can control the temperature of air for both the front passenger and rear seat area. (the passenger’s and driver’s knob adjust from 60 _ f (16 _ c) to 90_ f (32_ c) independent of each other. It is suggested, however, that the passenger’...
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3-4 if your vehicle is sitting out on a hot day and you have it set on auto, the air will first flow out the floor outlets for a few seconds. This is normal. This is to remove hot air from the air outlets. As the air is cooled, the airflow will move through the air conditioning outlets. To avoid blo...
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3-5 a/c: press this button to turn the air conditioning compressor on and off. When you press the button, an a/c off message appears on the climate control panel’s display. Press the button again and the air conditioner will return to automatic control. The system will cool and dehumidify the air in...
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3-6 electronic solar sensor the sensor monitors the sun’s solar radiation and is located near the end of the instrument panel near the windshield. The climate control panel uses this information to automatically make the necessary temperature and airflow adjustments to maintain your comfort. The cli...
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3-7 defrosting and defogging use defrost (front) on cool and humid days to keep the windshield and side windows clear. This setting will remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely humid or cold conditions. If you desire to have more air on your feet, turn the control to the defog mod...
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3-8 ventilation system your vehicle’s flow - through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running. The front outlets are located in the center and at each side of the instrum...
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3-9 ventilation tips d keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of the windows. D keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps circul...
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3-10 hvac steering wheel controls some heating and cooling controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Other touch controls operate some audio controls. See “audio steering wheel controls” in the index. Temp: press the up arrow on the control to increase the temperature and the down arrow to dec...
Page 165: Audio Systems
3-11 audio systems your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you’re getting the m...
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3-12 source: press this button to select a source. Sources include cassette and compact disc. The audio source must be loaded to play. Available loaded sources are shown on the display. If a source is being used, it will be underlined on the display. If none of the audio sources are loaded, no sourc...
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3-13 setting the tone tone: press and release this button until the desired tone control (bass, treble or midrange) is found. The radio keeps separate tone settings for each band, each preset and each source. Level: after selecting the desired tone control, press the plus (+) or minus ( - ) symbol o...
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3-14 rw: press the left arrow to rewind the tape rapidly. The radio will play while the tape rewinds. You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in rw mode. Press the left arrow again to return to playing speed. Ff: press the right arrow to fast forward to another pa...
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3-15 playing a compact disc insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. If the ignition and the radio are on and the underlined compact disc symbol appears on the display, the disc will begin playing. Compact discs may be loaded with the radio off but they will no...
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3-16 am-fm stereo with cassette tape and compact disc player with radio data systems (rds) and digital signal processing (dsp) (if equipped) playing the radio pwr/vol: press this knob lightly to turn the system on. Press the knob again to turn the system off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockw...
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3-17 finding a station band: press this button to select am, fm1, fm2 or weather. Tune seek: when this button is pressed it has two positions. Press this button to the first position to manually tune to higher or lower stations. If this button is held at the first position for a few seconds, the rad...
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3-18 using rds mode your audio system is equipped with radio data systems (rds). Rds mode gives you many useful new features. When rds is on, the radio can: d seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to, d seek to stations with traffic announcements, d receive announcement...
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3-19 region: you can also use the rds button to access the region function. When an rds station becomes weak, this function searches for a stronger station within the same network. A network can span a great distance. One network can have stations spread across a country or continent. Each network b...
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3-20 msg (3): when rds is on, if the current station has a message, msg will appear on the display. Press the rds select button, followed by this button to see the message. If the whole message does not appear on the display, parts of the message will appear every three seconds until the message is ...
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3-21 3. Tune in an rds station with the pty you desire. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. Whenever you press that numbered button for less than two seconds, the pty you set will return. 5. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. When bat...
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3-22 level: after selecting the desired tone control, press the plus (+) or minus ( - ) symbol on this button to select the desired level. To save the tone settings for your presets, press and hold the numbered button for the desired preset for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. Using dsp ...
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3-23 playing a cassette tape with the radio on, insert a cassette tape. The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted. When one side of your cassette tape is done playing, auto reverse plays the other side of your cassette tape. Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they will n...
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3-24 eject: press the upward triangle button to the right of the cassette tape player to remove a tape. The radio will play. Eject may be activated with the radio off and/or the ignition off. Clean tape: if this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will st...
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3-25 rw: press and hold the left arrow to reverse the compact disc. Release it to return to playing speed. Ff: press and hold the right arrow to fast forward to another part of the compact disc. Release it to return to playing speed. Tune seek: when this button is pressed, it has two positions. This...
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3-26 avc: your system has a feature called automatic volume control (avc). With avc, your audio system monitors the noise in the vehicle. Then, avc automatically adjusts the volume level so that it always sounds the same to you. To use avc, press and hold the tone button until auto volume control of...
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3-27 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. Whenever you press that numbered button for less than two seconds, the station you set will return. 5. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. When battery power is removed and later applied, you wi...
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3-28 if the radio is tuned to a station that is not broadcasting rds information, the station’s frequency will remain on the display. While rds is on, the radio will search for a stronger station in the network when a station gets too weak for listening. Press the rds select button, followed by this...
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3-29 to the original station when the announcement is finished. If the cassette tape or minidisc player was being used, the tape or minidisc will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped. Press the rds select button, followed by this button again to turn ta off. Msg (3): when...
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3-30 pushbuttons: the six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite program types (ptys). These buttons have factory pty presets. See “radio data systems (rds) program type (pty) selections” in the index. You can set up to 12 ptys (six fm1 and six fm2). Just: 1. Turn pty on. 2. Press band...
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3-31 setting the tone tone: press and release this button until the desired tone control (bass, treble or midrange) is found. The radio keeps separate tone settings for each band, preset (except weather band presets) and source. Level: after selecting the desired tone control, press the plus (+) or ...
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3-32 playing a cassette tape with the radio on, insert a cassette tape. The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted. When one side of your cassette tape is done playing, auto reverse plays the other side of your cassette tape. Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they will n...
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3-33 side: press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing. Eject: press the upward triangle button to the right of the cassette tape player to remove a tape. The radio will play. Eject may be activated with the radio off and/or the ignition off. Clean tape: if this message appears ...
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3-34 rw: press and hold the left arrow to reverse the minidisc. Release it to return to playing speed. Ff: press and hold the right arrow to fast forward to another part of the minidisc. Release it to return to playing speed. Tune seek: when this button is pressed, it has two positions. This button ...
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3-35 avc: your system has a feature called automatic volume control (avc). With avc, your audio system monitors the noise in the vehicle. Then, avc automatically adjusts the volume level so that it always sounds the same to you. To use avc, press and hold the tone button until auto volume control of...
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3-36 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. Whenever you press that numbered button for less than two seconds, the station you set will return. 5. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. When battery power is removed and later applied, you wi...
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3-37 be the same or different. Press band to recall the frequency and program type displays. If the radio is tuned to a station that is not broadcasting rds information, the station’s frequency will remain on the display. While rds is on, the radio will search for a stronger station in the network w...
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3-38 when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station or a related network station, you will hear it, even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or minidisc is playing. If the radio tunes to a related network station for a traffic announcement, it will return to the original station ...
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3-39 pushbuttons: the six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite program types (ptys). These buttons have factory pty presets. See “radio data systems (rds) program type (pty) selections” in the index. You can set up to 12 ptys (six fm1 and six fm2). Just: 1. Turn pty on. 2. Press band...
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3-40 setting the tone tone: press and release this button until the desired tone control (bass, treble or midrange) is found. The radio keeps separate tone settings for each band, preset (except weather band presets) and source. Level: after selecting the desired tone control, press the plus (+) or ...
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3-41 playing a cassette tape with the radio on, insert a cassette tape. The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted. When one side of your cassette tape is done playing, auto reverse plays the other side of your cassette tape. Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they will n...
Page 196: Multimedia System
3-42 side: press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing. Eject: press the upward triangle button to the right of the cassette tape player to remove a tape. The radio will play. Eject may be activated with the radio off and/or the ignition off. Clean tape: if this message appears ...
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3-43 use the network panel to configure your pda to work with your internet service provider (isp). Consult the information provided with your pda and e - mail/browser applications for details. You may need to contact your isp for your domain name service (dns). The e - mail application you choose w...
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3-44 the setup wizard will guide you through the steps to create an e - mail service. You may need to contact your isp for the information required to complete the setup. Receiving and sending e-mail your radio uses the cellular phone to connect to your isp. Make sure the phone is secure and connect...
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3-45 programming for news/information updates your vehicle is delivered with the communiport infotainment radio programmable updates off. You can program the radio to provide two daily updates. To program the update times follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the info button for approximately two se...
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3-46 while performing the information update, the radio will temporarily disable the rds buttons. The rds buttons will be enabled again once the update is completed. When the radio begins an update, the information contained in the radio’s memory is cleared. If you perform an immediate update and th...
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3-47 radio data systems (rds) program type (pty) selections pty list description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adlt hit adult hits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Any any . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Classicl classi...
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3-48 navigation/radio system (option) navigation/radio display and controls the display screen is located in the center of the instrument panel. There are eight “hard” buttons and a touch sensitive screen. Your vehicle may be equipped with an am - fm stereo navigation radio system that includes digi...
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3-49 console-mounted cd changer (option) with the compact disc changer, you can play up to six discs continuously. Normal size discs may be played using the slots supplied in the magazine. You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc. Load the cds from bottom to top...
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3-50 pushbuttons: press buttons one through six to select compact discs one through six. These pushbuttons represent the order of the discs loaded in the changer. Rw: press and hold this button to reverse quickly through a track selection. Ff: press and hold this button to advance quickly through a ...
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3-51 compact disc changer errors cd changer error could be displayed for the following: d the road is too rough. The disc should play when the road is smoother. D the disc is dirty, scratched, wet or loaded label side down. D the air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. If any err...
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3-52 theft-deterrent feature theftlock r is designed to discourage theft of your radio. Your vehicle has a “built - in” theft - deterrent feature on each radio that is automatic -- there is no programming required. The radio in your vehicle cannot be used in any other vehicle. When the radio was ori...
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3-53 sel: when listening to the radio, press the up or down arrow button to tune to the next or previous preset radio station. When listening to a cassette tape, the up or down arrow button can be used to seek forward and rearward through the tape. Pressing the up or down arrow button when listening...
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3-54 to help avoid hearing loss or damage: d adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. D increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly. Notice: before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle -- like a tape player, cb radio, mobile telephone or two - way radio -- be sure yo...
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3-55 when using a scrubbing action, non - abrasive cleaning cassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the following ste...
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3-56 diversity antenna system your am - fm antennas are located in the front windshield and rear window. Be sure that the inside surfaces of the front windshield and rear window are not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surfaces are damaged, they could interfer...
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4- 4-1 section 4 your driving and the road here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. 4 - 2 defensive driving 4 - 3 drunken driving 4 - 6 control of a vehicle 4 - 6 braking 4 - 11 st...
Page 212: Defensive Driving
4-2 defensive driving the best advice anyone can give about driving is: drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: buckle up. (see “safety belts” in the index.) defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” on city streets, rural roads or freeways,...
Page 213: Drunken Driving
4-3 drunken driving death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: d judgment d muscular coordination d...
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4-4 it’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s bac would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower bac level. ...
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4-5 the body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “i’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with eve...
Page 216: Control of A Vehicle
4-6 control of a vehicle you have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy t...
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4-7 avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking....
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4-8 here’s how anti - lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with abs. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will sep...
Page 219: Traction Control System
4-9 remember: anti - lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up a...
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4-10 united states canada this warning light will come on to let you know if there’s a problem with your traction control system. See “traction control system warning light” in the index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The tracti...
Page 221: Steering
4-11 steering power steering if you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Magnasteer r (if equipped) your vehicle may be equipped with gm magnasteer, a system that continuously adjusts the effort you fee...
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4-12 try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. To help you steer in the direction you want to go, during certain sharp or sudden cornering ma...
Page 223: Off
4-13 off - road recovery you may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way...
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4-14 d do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep ...
Page 225: Loss of Control
4-15 loss of control let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constan...
Page 226: Driving At Night
4-16 driving at night night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. D drive defensively. D don’t drink and drive. D since you can’t se...
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4-17 you can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a littl...
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4-18 the heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking. It’s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in go...
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4-19 hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple” the water’s surf...
Page 230: City Driving
4-20 city driving one of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: d know the best way to get to where you are goi...
Page 231: Freeway Driving
4-21 freeway driving mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same sp...
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4-22 once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to...
Page 233: Highway Hypnosis
4-23 highway hypnosis is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the ro...
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4-24 if you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. D keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on m...
Page 235: Winter Driving
4-25 winter driving here are some tips for winter driving: d have your vehicle in good shape for winter. D you may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shov...
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4-26 driving on snow or ice most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful....
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4-27 your anti - lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti - lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “anti - lock” in the index. D allow greater following distance on ...
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4-28 d tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. D put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself o...
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4-29 then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. To help keep warm, you can get out of the ...
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4-30 the other label is the certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr). The gvwr includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the gvwr for y...
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4-31 if you put things inside your vehicle -- like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else -- they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they’ll keep going. Caution: things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a ...
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4-32 your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “weight of the trailer” that appears later in this section. But trailering is different than just d...
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4-33 three important considerations have to do with weight: d the weight of the trailer, d the weight of the trailer tongue d and the total weight on your vehicle’s tires. Weight of the trailer how heavy can a trailer safely be? It should never weigh more than 3,790 lbs. (1 709 kg) total, including ...
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4-34 if you’re using a weight - carrying hitch, the trailer tongue (a) should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (b). If you have a weight - distributing hitch, the trailer tongue (a) should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (b). After you’ve loaded your trailer, w...
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4-35 d will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (co) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle (see “carbon monoxide” in th...
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4-36 before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes ...
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4-37 turn signals when towing a trailer when you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your dealer. The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also...
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4-38 when you are ready to leave after parking on a hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: d start your engine; d shift into a gear; and d be sure the parking brake has released. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. ...
Page 249: Section 5
5- 5-1 section 5 problems on the road here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5 - 2 hazard warning flashers 5 - 3 other warning devices 5 - 3 jump starting 5 - 8 towing your vehicle 5 - 9 engine overheating 5 - 12 cooling system 5 - 17 if a tire goes flat 5 - 18 c...
Page 250: Hazard Warning Flashers
5-2 hazard warning flashers your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning button is located in the center of the instrument panel, between the two air vents. Press the bu...
Page 251: Other Warning Devices
5-3 other warning devices if you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Jump starting if your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Please follow the steps be...
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5-4 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12 - volt battery with a negative ground system. Notice: if the other system isn’t a 12 - volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t ...
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5-5 caution: an electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 6. Start by lifting and moving the red positive (+) remote terminal cover away from the relay center. Caution: using a match near a b...
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5-6 7. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could also be damaged. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative ( - ) will go to a heavy, un...
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5-7 9. Don’t let the other end of the positive (+) cable touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 10. Now connect the black negative ( - ) cable to the good battery’s negative ( - ) terminal. Don’t let the ot...
Page 256: Towing Your Vehicle
5-8 13. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service. 14. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. Replace the red positive (+) remote terminal c...
Page 257: Engine Overheating
5-9 with current trends in automotive styles and design, it is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle. Your vehicle can be towed with wheel - lift or car - carrier equipment. Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed. Se...
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5-10 if steam is coming from your engine caution: steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming caution: (continued) caution: (continued) from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle u...
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5-11 if no steam is coming from your engine if you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: d climb a long hill on a hot day. D stop after high - speed driving. D idle for long periods in traf...
Page 260: Cooling System
5-12 cooling system when you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: a. Coolant surge tank with pressure cap b. Electric engine cooling fans caution: an electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clot...
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5-13 a low coolant level should be indicated by a check coolant level message on the driver information center. If it is, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. Caution: heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts,...
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5-14 how to add coolant to the coolant surge tank if you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or above the fill mark at the forward edge of the surge tank, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and dex - cool r coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling...
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5-15 caution: adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your eng...
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5-16 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise (left) about one - quarter turn and then stop. If you hear a hiss, wait for that ...
Page 265: If A Tire Goes Flat
5-17 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the prop...
Page 266: Changing A Flat Tire
5-18 changing a flat tire if a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. Caution: changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. You and they could be badly ...
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5-19 removing the spare tire and tools the equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. (instructions for changing your tires are on the inside of the tire cover.) 1. Lift the tire cover to gain access to the spare tire and jacking equipment. To do this: press the area at the front of the handle so that t...
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5-20 2. Unscrew the wing nuts to remove the container that holds the wrench and jack. 3. Remove the wheel wrench, jack and the spare tire from the trunk. See “compact spare tire” later in this section for more information about the compact spare. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (a) and th...
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5-21 removing the flat tire and installing the spare tire sts wheel shown 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet..
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5-22 2. Find the jacking location from the diagrams above and corresponding cutouts in the plastic molding. Caution: getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only...
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5-23 3. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the jack lift head until the jack fits under the car. 4. Raise the jack until the metal flange fits firmly into the channel of the jack head. 5. Put the compact spare near you. 6. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the...
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5-24 caution: never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 9. Place the spare on the wheel - mounting surface. 10. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by h...
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5-25 12. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. On the sts, screw on the wheel nut covers with your fingers, then tighten one - quarter turn with the wheel wrench. Caution: incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even ...
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5-26 storing the flat tire and tools caution: storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. After you’ve put the compact spare tire on...
Page 275: Compact Spare Tire
5-27 compact spare tire although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kpa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make ...
Page 276: Ice Or Snow
5-28 if you’re stuck: in sand, mud, ice or snow in order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution. Caution: if you let your ...
Page 277: Section 6
6- 6-1 section 6 service and appearance care here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part d...
Page 278: Service
6-2 service your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine gm parts and gm - trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your gm vehicle all gm. Genuine gm parts have one of ...
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6-3 caution: you can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. D be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. D be sure to use ...
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6-4 if your vehicle is certified to meet california emission standards (indicated on the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet california specifications. If such fuels are not available in states adopting california emissions standards, your vehicle will ope...
Page 281: Fuels In Foreign Countries
6-5 fuels in foreign countries if you plan on driving in another country outside the united states or canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be cover...
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6-6 the fuel door release button is located on the left side of the instrument panel below the lamp controls. To open the fuel door, press the fuel door release button upward. The vehicle must be in park (p) or neutral (n) and the valet lockout button must be in the off position. An alternate fuel d...
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6-7 caution: if you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and ...
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6-8 filling a portable fuel container caution: never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: d d...
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6-9 hood release pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release which is located below the front grille. Move the release lever to the left as you raise the hood...
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6-10 when you open the hood, you’ll see: a. Windshield washer fluid b. Power steering fluid c. Engine oil fill location d. Engine oil dipstick location e. Brake master cylinder f. Transaxle dipstick/fill location g. Engine air cleaner/filter h. Surge tank/coolant fill location before closing the hoo...
Page 287: Engine Oil
6-11 underhood lamp turn the parking lamps on to operate the underhood lamp. The underhood lamp will come on when the hood is opened. Engine oil if the check oil level message appears on the instrument panel, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see “che...
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6-12 when to add engine oil if the oil is at or below the add line, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see “capacities and specifications” in the index. Notice: don’t add too much oil...
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6-13 what kind of engine oil to use oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the american petroleum institute (api). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you change y...
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6-14 as shown in the chart, sae 5w - 30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use sae 10w - 30 if it’s going to be 0 _f ( - 18 _c) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as sae 20w - 50. Notice: use only engine oil wit...
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6-15 the system won’t detect dust in the oil. So, if you drive in a dusty area, be sure to change your oil and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or sooner. Remember to reset the oil life indicator whenever the oil is changed. How to reset the oil life indicator after the oil has been changed, disp...
Page 292: Engine Air Cleaner/filter
6-16 engine air cleaner/filter the air cleaner is located next to the coolant surge tank on the driver’s side of the engine. Be sure the engine has cooled before following these steps to replace the air cleaner filter: 1. With a screwdriver, loosen the air duct clamp, which is located at the mass ai...
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6-17 3. Unhook both air cleaner cover latches. 4. Move the air cleaner lid out of the way. 5. Take out the air cleaner filter and remove any loose debris that may be found lying in the air cleaner base. 6. Install a new air filter element. See “normal maintenance replacement parts” in the index for ...
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6-18 follow these steps to reinstall the air cleaner assembly: 1. Slide the air cleaner lid into the slots in the bottom of the air cleaner base. 2. Close the cover and make sure that both latches are secure and fully engaged. 3. Reinstall the clean air duct over the mass airflow sensor. Make sure t...
Page 295: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
6-19 automatic transaxle fluid when to check and change a good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: d in heavy city ...
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6-20 to get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180 _f to 200_f (82 _c to 93_c). Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50 _f (10 _c). If it’s colder than 50_f (10_c), you may have to drive longer. ...
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6-21 4. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the cross - hatched area. 5. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way. Replace the air cleaner/filter assembly. How to add fluid refer to the maintenance schedul...
Page 298: Engine Coolant
6-22 how to reset the transaxle fluid change indicator after the transaxle fluid has been changed, display the trans fluid life message by pressing the info button. Then press and hold the info reset button until the display shows “100.” this resets the transaxle fluid life index. The percentage of ...
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6-23 what to use use a mixture of one - half clean, drinkable water and one - half dex - cool r coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. Caution: adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or s...
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6-24 checking coolant the engine coolant surge tank is located on the driver’s side of the engine. The cooling system is under a lot of pressure when it is hot. If the check coolant level message appears on the driver information center, you will need to add coolant. Caution: turning the surge tank ...
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6-25 adding coolant if you need more coolant, add the proper dex - cool r coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. Caution: you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. D...
Page 302: Power Steering Fluid
6-26 power steering fluid the power steering fluid reservoir is located next to the fuse relay center on the passenger’s side of the engine. When to check power steering fluid it is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an ...
Page 303: Windshield Washer Fluid
6-27 windshield washer fluid what to use when you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. Add...
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6-28 notice: d when using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. D don’t mix water with ready - to - use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean...
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6-29 there are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of th...
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6-30 notice: d using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral - based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they’ll have to be replaced. Don’t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. D if you...
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6-31 caution: the change brake pads message or the high - pitched warning sound means that soon your brakes won’t work well. That could lead to an accident. When the change brake pads message comes on and stays on, have your vehicle serviced. Notice: continuing to drive with worn - out brake pads co...
Page 308: Battery
6-32 replacing brake system parts the braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top - quality gm brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking ...
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6-33 to be sure the vent hose (a) is properly attached, the vent hose connectors (b) must be securely reattached to the vent outlets (c) on each side of the battery, and the vent assembly grommet (d) must be secured to the floor pan (e). Vehicle storage if you’re not going to drive your vehicle for ...
Page 310: Bulb Replacement
6-34 bulb replacement for any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer service department. Halogen bulbs caution: halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the ins...
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6-35 4. To replace the low - beam bulb, first remove the rubber housing cover on the rear of the lamp. 5. Then, turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing..
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6-36 6. Remove the headlamp bulb socket. 7. After removing the wiring harness connector from the headlamp bulb socket, replace the bulb assembly. Reconnect it to the wiring harness and reinstall the headlamp bulb assembly back into the headlamp housing. 8. After reinstalling the bulb and socket, rei...
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6-37 headlamp aiming your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal aim indicators. The aim has been pre - set at the factory and should need no further adjustment. This is true even though your horizontal aim indicators may not fall exactly on the “0” (zero) marks...
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6-38 the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: d the vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a light colored wall or other flat surface. D the vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface which is level all the way to the wall or other flat surfac...
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6-39 headlamp horizontal aiming turn the horizontal aiming screw (a) until the indicator (b) is lined up with zero. Once the horizontal aim is adjusted, then adjust the vertical aim. Headlamp vertical aiming 1. Find the aim dot on the lens of the lamps. 2. Measure the distance from the ground to the...
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6-40 4. Turn on the low beam headlamps and cover the lamp not being evaluated. The ambient light should allow the beam cut off to be seen on the wall. 5. Turn the vertical aiming screw (c) until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal line. It is recommended to cover the lamp that is not being ...
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6-41 front turn signal lamps 1. The turn signal lamps are located on the outboard side of the headlamps. To access, remove the headlamp, (see steps 1, 2 and 3 under “headlamps”). 2. Press the bulb socket tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing. 3. To ...
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6-42 5. Remove the three wing nuts that fasten the taillamp to the body. 6. Gently remove the taillamp from the body. The taillamp is on the bottom of the housing and the rear turn signal lamp is on the upper part of the housing. 7. Press the bulb socket tab and turn the socket counterclockwise to r...
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6-43 windshield wiper blade replacement windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “wiper blade check” in your maintenance schedule booklet under part b “owner checks and services” for more information. It’s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper b...
Page 320: Tires
6-44 tires your new vehicle comes with high - quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your cadillac warranty booklet for details. Caution: poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. D over...
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6-45 inflation -- tire pressure the tire - loading information label, which is located on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6...
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6-46 when to check check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kpa). How to check use a good quality pocket - type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may ...
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6-47 after the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the tire - loading information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “wheel nut torque” in the index. Caution: rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is faste...
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6-48 buying new tires to find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the tire - loading information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a tire performance criteria specification (tpc spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with tha...
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6-49 uniform tire quality grading the following information relates to the system developed by the united states national highway traffic safety administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (this applies only to vehicles sold in the united states.) the grade...
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6-50 temperature -- a, b, c the temperature grades are a (the highest), b, and c, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause t...
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6-51 each new wheel should have the same load - carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new gm original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to h...
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6-52 tire chains notice: use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only sae class “s” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain man...
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6-53 don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: d alcohol d laundry soap d bleach d reducing agents cleaning the inside of your vehicle use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic and painted su...
Page 330: Care of Safety Belts
6-54 cleaning leather use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let the leather dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. D for stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner. See your dealer for this product. D never use oils, varnishes, solvent ...
Page 331: Cleaning Glass Surfaces
6-55 cleaning glass surfaces glass should be cleaned often. Gm glass cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. (see “appearance care and materials” in the index.) don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratch...
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6-56 don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well, removing all soap residue completely. You can get gm - approved cleaning products from your dealer. (see “appearance care and material...
Page 333: Cleaning Aluminum Or
6-57 cleaning aluminum or chrome - plated wheels (if equipped) keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted sur...
Page 334: Finish Damage
6-58 finish damage any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch - up materials available from your dealer or other service ou...
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6-59 gm vehicle care/appearance materials part number size description usage 994954 23 in. X 25 in. Polishing cloth – wax treated exterior polishing cloth 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 l) tar and road oil remover removes tar, road oil and asphalt 1050173 16 oz. (0.473 l) chrome cleaner and polish use on chr...
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6-60 vehicle identification number (vin) this is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The vin also appears on the vehicle certificat...
Page 337: Electrical System
6-61 electrical system add-on electrical equipment notice: don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add - on electrical equipment can keep other c...
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6-62 fuses and circuit breakers the wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver - colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or me...
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6-63 minifuses fuse usage 1 aldl 2 accessory 3 windshield wipers 4 not used 5 headlamp low beam left 6 headlamp low beam right fuse usage 7 instrument panel 8 powertrain control module battery 9 headlamp high beam right 10 headlamp high beam left 11 ignition 1 12 fog lamps 13 transmission 14 cruise ...
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6-64 micro relays relay usage 27 headlamp high beam 28 headlamp low beam 29 fog lamps 30 daytime running lamps 31 horn 32 air conditioner clutch mini relays relay usage 33 not used 34 accessory 35 not used 36 starter 1 37 cooling fan secondary 38 ignition 1 39 cooling fan series/parallel 40 cooling ...
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6-65 rear underseat bussed electrical center (bec) the rear bec is located under the rear seat on the driver’s side. The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the bec. See “removing the rear seat cushion” in the index. Minifuses fuse usage 1 fuel pump 2 heater, ventilation, air conditioner blo...
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6-66 fuse usage 6 heated seat left rear 7 power tilt and telescoping steering 8 supplemental inflation restraint 9 not used 10 lamps park right 11 fuel tank ventilation solenoid 12 ignition 1 13 lamps, parking left 14 interior lamp dimmer module 15 navigation 16 heated seat left front 17 export ligh...
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6-67 micro relays relay usage 39 fuel pump 40 parking lamps 41 ignition 1 42 park brake a 43 park brake b 44 park shift interlock 45 reverse lamps 46 retained accessory power for sunroof 47 rear hvac blower 48 cvrss dampers 49 ignition 3 50 fuel tank door release 51 interior lamps 52 trunk release 5...
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6-68 removing the rear seat cushion notice: the battery and main fuse boxes are located under the rear seat cushion. The battery’s ground terminal and some relay wires are exposed. To help avoid damage to the battery and wires, be careful when removing or reinstalling the seat cushion. Do not remove...
Page 345: Replacement Bulbs
6-69 caution: (continued) hasn’t been routed through the seat cushion at all, it won’t be there to work for the next passenger. The person sitting in that position could be badly injured. After reinstalling the seat cushion, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and are n...
Page 346: Normal Maintenance
6-70 horsepower sls 275 (bhp) @ 5600 rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 (kw) @ 5600 rpm sts 300 (bhp) @ 6000 rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 (kw) @ 6000 rpm torque sls 300 (lb - ft) @ 4000 rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407 (n·m) @ 4000 rpm sts 295 (lb - ft) @ 4400 ...
Page 347: Section 7
7- 7-1 section 7 customer assistance information here you will find out how to contact cadillac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. 7 - 2 customer satisfaction procedure 7 - 3 customer assistance for text teleph...
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7-2 customer satisfaction procedure your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to cadillac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best int...
Page 349: Customer Assistance For Text
7-3 when contacting cadillac, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. That is why we suggest you follow step one first if you have a concern. Step three -- both general motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with you...
Page 350: Customer Assistance Offices
7-4 customer assistance offices cadillac encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a u.S. Customer wishes to write to cadillac, the letter should be addressed to cadillac’s customer assistance center. United states cadillac customer assistance center cadillac motor car div...
Page 351: With Disabilities
7-5 gm mobility program for persons with disabilities this program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also prov...
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7-6 each technician travels with a specially equipped service vehicle complete with the necessary cadillac parts and tools required to handle most roadside repairs. Cadillac roadside service r can be reached by dialing 1 - 800 - 882 - 1112, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This service is provided a...
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7-7 d trip interruption -- if your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure, incidental expenses may be reimbursed during the 48 months/50,000 miles (80 000 km) warranty period. Items covered are hotel, meals and rental car. Roadside service availability wherever you drive in the united states ...
Page 354: Courtesy Transportation
7-8 courtesy transportation cadillac has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer courtesy transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The courtesy transportation...
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7-9 courtesy rental vehicle when your vehicle is unavailable due to warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained, at actual cost, up to a maximum of $35.00 per day supported by receipts. This requires that ...
Page 356: Warranty Information
7-10 general motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue courtesy transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion. Warranty information your vehicle comes with a sepa...
Page 357: Reporting Safety Defects
7-11 reporting safety defects to the canadian government if you live in canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify transport canada, in addition to notifying general motors of canada limited. You may write to: transport canada 330 sparks street tower...
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7-12 current publications for 2000 cadillac service manuals service manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Retail sell price: $120.00 transmission, transaxle, transfer case unit repair manual this manual ...
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7-13 publication form number orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postal service. If further information is needed, write to the address shown below or call 1-800-551-4123. Material cannot be returned for credit without packing slip with return information ...