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Cadillac 2001 DeVille Owner's Manual

Summary of 2001 DeVille

  • Page 2: Courtesy

    Every 2001 deville under warranty is backed with the following services: courtesy transportation 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.

  • Page 3: 2001 Cadillac Deville

    Litho in u.S.A. Part number 25711109 a first edition © copyright general motors corporation 2000 all rights reserved 2001 cadillac deville owner's manual i.

  • Page 4: Table of Contents

    Ii table of contents windows keys and door locks remote keyless entry system trunk release automatic transaxle parking brake tilt wheel turn signal/multifunction lever windshield wipers cruise control exterior and interior lamps mirrors storage compartments convenience net accessory power outlets on...

  • Page 5: Table of Contents (Cont'D)

    Section 3 comfort controls and audio systems section 4 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 conditioning setting the radio clock radi...

  • Page 6: Table of Contents (Cont'D)

    Fuel checking fluids and lubricants gm oil life system™ engine air cleaner/filter passenger compartment air filter brakes bulb replacement windshield wiper blade replacement tires and wheels appearance care electrical system/fuses and circuit breakers capacities and specifications normal maintenance...

  • Page 7: Table of Contents (Cont'D)

    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 assistance ...

  • Page 8: French Language Manual:

    Vi general motors, gm and the gm emblem, cadillac, the cadillac crest & wreath and the name deville are registered trademarks of general motors corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further no...

  • 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...

  • Page 11

    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 service station guide oil viscosity engine oil see section 6 engine oil dipstick see section 6 remote fuel door release see section 6 cooling system see section 5 hood release see section 6 windshield washer fluid see section 6 spare ti...

  • Page 13: Section 1

    1- 1-1 section 1 seats and restraint systems 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 - 9 safety belts: they’re for ev...

  • 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 the reclining front seatbacks, memory seats, lumbar adjustments and heated seats. Power seats the power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the front seat cushions. D move the...

  • Page 15

    1-3 massaging lumbar (if equipped) push the top of the lumbar control located on the outboard side of the seat where it is marked auto briefly to activate the massage feature. The massage cycle will run continuously for up to 10 minutes and can be interrupted by pushing the lumbar control down brief...

  • Page 16

    1-4 adaptive seat control (option) the adaptive seat control is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat. Use the power seat control first to get the proper position. When the ignition is turned to on, press the top of the power lumbar control where it is marked auto to activate the adaptiv...

  • Page 17

    1-5 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 for the driver’s seating positions. Adjust the driver’s seat (including the seatback recliner, lumbar and shoulder belt heig...

  • Page 18

    1-6 if you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to enter your vehicle, automatic seat and mirror movement will occur. The numbers on the back of the transmitters, 1 and 2, correspond to the numbers on the buttons on the door panel. When the key is placed in the ignition in off or when the unlock...

  • Page 19

    1-7 your vehicle may have heated front and rear seats. The buttons are located on the armrests. The heat/off button controls the temperature settings hi, med and lo. The other button is to choose back only heating. The lo setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat approximates body temper...

  • Page 20: Caution:

    1-8 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...

  • Page 21: Caution:

    1-9 head restraints slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The head restraints tilt forward and rearward also. The rear seat head restraints in your vehicle may be adjustab...

  • Page 22: Caution:

    1-10 caution: it is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. B...

  • Page 23

    1-11 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..

  • Page 24

    1-12 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 ....

  • Page 25

    1-13 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 26: About Safety Belts

    1-14 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 27: Driver Position

    1-15 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...

  • Page 28

    1-16 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Be sure to use the correct buckle when buckling your lap - shoulder belt. If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle, see if you are using the buckle for the center passenger position. Pull up on the latch plate to...

  • Page 29

    1-17 shoulder belt height adjuster before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move it down, press down on the power seat recliner control and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on t...

  • Page 30: Caution:

    1-18 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 31: Caution:

    1-19 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 32: Caution:

    1-20 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 33: Caution:

    1-21 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...

  • Page 34

    1-22 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 35: Air Bag Systems

    1-23 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 36: Caution:

    1-24 here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: caution: you can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt -- even if you have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehi...

  • Page 37: Caution:

    1-25 caution: both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for air bag inflation before ...

  • Page 38

    1-26 united states canada (analog only) there is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the words air bag or an air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See “air bag readiness lig...

  • Page 39

    1-27 the right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door..

  • Page 40

    1-28 the right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. The side impact air bags for the rear seat outboard passenger positions are in the sides of the rear seatback closest to the doors..

  • Page 41: Caution:

    1-29 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...

  • Page 42

    1-30 in any particular crash, no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. For frontal air bags, inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal and near...

  • Page 43: Caution:

    1-31 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 44: Notice:

    1-32 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, right front passenger’s or rear 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...

  • Page 45: Safety Belt Pretensioners

    1-33 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...

  • Page 46: Rear Seat Passengers

    1-34 to make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap - shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “safety belt extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is...

  • Page 47

    1-35 lap - shoulder belt all three rear seating positions have lap - shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 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 b...

  • Page 48

    1-36 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 49: Caution:

    1-37 the safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. 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 aga...

  • Page 50: Children and Small Adults

    1-38 rear safety belt comfort guides for children and small adults rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away fro...

  • Page 51

    1-39 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the g...

  • Page 52: Children

    1-40 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “rear seat passenger positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides. ...

  • Page 53: Caution:

    1-41 caution: people should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. Caution: (continued) caution: (continued) for example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 1...

  • Page 54: Caution:

    1-42 caution: children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap - shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt syste...

  • Page 55: Caution:

    1-43 caution: newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear - facing seat settles into the restraint, so the cra...

  • Page 56

    1-44 restraint systems for children an infant car bed (a), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle. A rear - facing infa...

  • Page 57

    1-45 a forward - facing child seat (c - e) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as t - shaped or shelf - like shields. A booster seat (f - g) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster s...

  • Page 58

    1-46 q: how do child restraints work? A: a child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built - in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add - on child restraint system is a portable one, which is pu...

  • Page 59: Caution:

    1-47 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 ...

  • Page 60

    1-48 top strap some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” it can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. If the child restraint does not have a top strap, one can be obtained, in kit form, for many chil...

  • Page 61: Caution:

    1-49 anchor the top strap to one of these anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. If you have an adjustable head restraint, raise the head restraint and route the top strap under it. Once ...

  • Page 62

    1-50 you’ll be using the lap - shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. 2....

  • Page 63

    1-51 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you ma...

  • Page 64: Caution:

    1-52 securing a child restraint in the right front seat position your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear - facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: caution: a child in a rear - facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s...

  • Page 65

    1-53 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 66

    1-54 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 67: Older Children

    1-55 older children older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap - shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Q: what is the proper way t...

  • Page 68: Caution:

    1-56 caution: never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: what if a child is wearing a lap - shoulder bel...

  • Page 69: Caution:

    1-57 if the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child’s face or neck, you might want to place the child in the center seat position, the one that has only a lap belt. Caution: never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap - shoulder belt, but the sho...

  • Page 70: Safety Belt Extender

    1-58 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 71: 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 72: Windows

    2-2 windows caution: leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather..

  • Page 73

    2-3 power windows the power window controls are located on the armrest near each window. Press the up or down arrows on the controls to raise or lower the windows. Express - down window all power windows have this feature. Pressing the control rearward to the second detent then releasing it, will lo...

  • Page 74: Keys

    2-4 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 on and moved the shift le...

  • Page 75: Notice:

    2-5 master key valet key there is a master key that works 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. Your vehicle has the pass - key r iii vehicle theft system. Both the master and valet ...

  • Page 76: Door Locks

    2-6 door locks caution: unlocked doors can be dangerous. D passengers -- especially children -- can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locke...

  • Page 77

    2-7 central door unlocking system your vehicle has a central door unlocking mode and a theft - deterrent 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 door key twice in the lock cylinder....

  • Page 78

    2-8 rear door security locks your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside. To use this lock: 1. Turn the knob on the passenger’s side rear door clockwise all the way down to the engaged position. 2. Cl...

  • Page 79: Remote Keyless Entry System

    2-9 leaving your vehicle if you are leaving the vehicle, open the door, set the locks from the inside, get out and close the door. Remote keyless entry system with this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote ...

  • Page 80

    2-10 operation when you press this symbol 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 “lock/unlock confirmation” in the index.) the parking lamps will also not flash if t...

  • Page 81: Notice:

    2-11 matching transmitter(s) to your vehicle each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when y...

  • Page 82

    2-12 1. Use a coin to pry open the transmitter. 2. Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil (or similar object) to remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. 3. Replace the battery. Insert the new battery as the instructions under the cover indicate. 4. Snap the transmitter back toget...

  • Page 83: Trunk

    2-13 trunk caution: it can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (co) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell co. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections m...

  • Page 84

    2-14 rear seat pass-through door (if equipped) the rear seat pass - through release button is located in the trunk. To release the pass - through door, press the push button located in the center of the trunk panel. The rear - seat armrest must be down for the pass - through door to open. The rear s...

  • Page 85: Caution:

    2-15 trunk lid tie down 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 windows, the rear...

  • Page 86: Notice:

    2-16 trunk release handle (if equipped) notice: the trunk release handle was not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the trunk release handle could damage it. There is a glow - in - the - dark trunk release handle loca...

  • Page 87: Theft

    2-17 parking at night park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking lots even if you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s still best to lock it up an...

  • Page 88

    2-18 remember, the theft - deterrent system won’t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock. It activates only if you use a power door lock button or the remote keyless entry transmitter. To avoid activating the alarm by accident, do the following: d always unlock a door ...

  • Page 89: Pass

    2-19 valet lockout switch the valet lockout switch is located inside the glovebox. Pushing the valet lockout switch to on will disable the use of the power trunk, fuel door and garage door openers. Pushing the switch to off again will make these features reusable. Locking the glove box with the key ...

  • Page 90

    2-20 this device complies with rss - 210 of industry canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes o...

  • Page 91

    2-21 canadian owners: if you lose or damage your keys, only a gm dealer can service pass - key iii to have new keys made. To program additional keys you will require two current driver’s keys (black in color). You must add a step to the following procedure. After step 2 repeat steps 1 and 2 with the...

  • Page 92: New Vehicle “Break

    2-22 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 93: Notice:

    2-23 notice: if your key seems stuck in off and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key...

  • Page 94: Starting Your Engine

    2-24 starting your engine move your shift lever to park (p) or neutral (n). Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use neutral (n) only. Notice: don’t try to shift to park (p) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could da...

  • Page 95: Notice:

    2-25 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in start for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, ...

  • Page 96: Caution:

    2-26 to use the engine coolant heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The electrical cord is located on the driver’s side of the engine, behind the transaxle dipstick/fluid fill location (c) and next to the engine. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110 - vol...

  • Page 97: Caution:

    2-27 column shifter (digital and analog cluster similar) park (p): this position locks the front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. Caution: it is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in park (p) wit...

  • Page 98: Notice:

    2-28 reverse (r): use this gear to back up. Notice: shifting to reverse (r) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to reverse (r) only after your vehicle has stopped. Also use this gear to rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damag...

  • Page 99: Notice:

    2-29 drive (d): this position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: d going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. D going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. The transaxle will shift down to the ...

  • Page 100: Notice:

    2-30 first (1): this position gives you even more power than second (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. (if the shift lever is put in first (1), the transaxle won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.) notice: if your front wheels can’t turn, ...

  • Page 101: Parking Brake

    2-31 parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal down with your left foot to set the parking brake. If the ignition is on, the brake indicator light on the instrument panel cluster should come on. If it doesn’t, you need to have your vehicle ...

  • Page 102: Notice:

    2-32 reach under the driver’s side of the instrument panel and pull on the manual release lever, which is located above the parking brake pedal. If the parking brake does not release, your vehicle needs service. Notice: driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You ma...

  • Page 103: Shifting Into Park (P)

    2-33 shifting into park (p) caution: it can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in park (p) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure you...

  • Page 104

    2-34 d move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the parking brake. 4. Turn the ignition key to off. 5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in park (p). Co...

  • Page 105: Caution:

    2-35 leaving your vehicle with the engine running caution: it can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in park (p) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it coul...

  • Page 106: Shifting Out of Park (P)

    2-36 shifting out of park (p) your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from park (p) when the ignition key is in on. See “automatic transaxle operation” in the index. If you cannot shift out of park (p), ease ...

  • Page 107

    2-37 the following procedure allows the ignition to be turned to off and for key removal in case of a dead or low voltage battery. 1. Verify that the shift lever is in park (p). 2. Locate the override access slot underneath the steering column below the lock cylinder. 3. Remove the override access s...

  • Page 108: Caution:

    2-38 4. Press the shift lock release toward the front of the vehicle and hold it there. 5. While applying the brakes, shift the transaxle from park (p) as needed. 6. Reinstall the shift lock release hole cover and the rubber mat. Parking over things that burn caution: things that can burn could touc...

  • Page 109: Engine Exhaust

    2-39 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 110: Caution:

    2-40 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 111

    2-41 power tilt and telescopic wheel (if equipped) the power tilt wheel control is located on the outboard side of the steering column. To operate the power tilt feature, push the control up and the steering wheel will tilt up. Push the control down and the steering wheel will go down. If the power ...

  • Page 112

    2-42 turn signal/multifunction lever the lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: d turn and lane change signals d headlamp high/low - beam changer d flash - to - pass d windshield wipers d windshield washer turn and lane change signals to signal a turn, move the lever a...

  • Page 113

    2-43 headlamp high/low-beam changer push forward to change the headlamps from low beam to high. Pull the lever back and then release it to change from high beam to low. This light located on the instrument panel cluster will come on to indicate high - beam usage. Flash-to-pass this feature lets you ...

  • Page 114

    2-44 delay: turn the band to one of the delay positions to set the wiper speed for a long or a short delay between wipes. The closer you move it to lo, the shorter the delay. Off: turn the band to off to turn off the wipers. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If t...

  • Page 115: Notice:

    2-45 the rainsense system can be activated by turning the wiper band to one of the five sensitivity levels indicated on the wiper stalk. The position closest to off is the lowest sensitivity setting, level one. This allows more rain or snow to collect on the windshield between wipes. Turning the wip...

  • Page 116: Caution:

    2-46 windshield washer caution: in freezing weather, don’t use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. At the top of the turn signal/multifunction lever there is a paddle with the word push on it. To spray washer fl...

  • Page 117: Caution:

    2-47 caution: d cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. D cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning,...

  • Page 118

    2-48 resuming a set speed suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once the vehicle is traveling approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can press the res/acc (resume/accele...

  • Page 119

    2-49 reducing speed while using cruise control there are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: d press the set/cst button until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. D to slow down in very small amounts, push the set/cst button briefly. Each time you do this, the v...

  • Page 120: Exterior Lamps

    2-50 exterior lamps this control on the left side of the instrument panel operates the following: d headlamps d taillamps d parking lamps d sidemarker lamps d license plate lamps parking lamps turn the knob clockwise to the first stop, to turn on the parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarker and license ...

  • Page 121

    2-51 when the ignition is turned to off, the wiper - activated headlamps will immediately turn off. The wiper - activated headlamps will also turn off if the twilight sentinel or the windshield wipers are turned off. Lamps on reminder if the manual headlamp control is left on and a door is opened, a...

  • Page 122

    2-52 if it’s dark enough outside and the twilight sentinel control is off, a headlamps suggested message will display on the driver information center (dic). This message informs the driver that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended even though the drl are still illuminated (it’s become dark ...

  • Page 123

    2-53 cornering lamps the cornering lamps come on when the headlamps or parking lamps are on and you signal a turn with the multifunction lever. They provide more light for cornering. Twilight sentinel r this control is located next to the headlamp knob. It automatically switches the lamps on and off...

  • Page 124

    2-54 light sensor the light sensor for the drl and the twilight sentinel is located in the center of the front defogger grille. If you cover the sensor, it will read “dark” and the lamps or the headlamps suggested message will be on whenever the ignition is on. Exterior lighting battery saver if the...

  • Page 125: Interior Lamps

    2-55 interior lamps instrument panel intensity/brightness control the displays automatically dim when it becomes dark outside and your lights are on. The displays automatically brighten when it becomes light outside. Backlighting will only remain active as long as the parking lamps are on and it is ...

  • Page 126

    2-56 parade dimming this feature prohibits dimming of the digital displays and backlighting during daylight hours when the key is in the ignition and the headlamps are on. This feature operates with the light sensor for the twilight sentinel and is fully automatic. When the light sensor reads darkne...

  • Page 127: Mirrors

    2-57 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...

  • Page 128

    2-58 this is the on/off button, located on the lower left side of the mirror for the electrochromic and compass functions of the rearview mirror. 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 t...

  • Page 129

    2-59 compass variance the mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross - country trip, it will be necessary to adjust fo...

  • Page 130

    2-60 power remote control mirror (heated) the control on the driver’s door armrest operates both outside rearview mirrors. Press (r) on the control switch to choose the right mirror or (l) to choose the left mirror. The center switch position is off and will not move the mirrors if the control pad i...

  • Page 131: Caution:

    2-61 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. Caution: a convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you co...

  • Page 132

    2-62 full floor console storage (if equipped) the full floor console has an upper and lower storage area. The lower storage area has two removable bins that can hold tapes and/or cds. There is also a removable coinholder that attaches to the side of one of the bins. The upper storage area is availab...

  • Page 133: Notice:

    2-63 when not being used, the center seat lap belt can be stored in the underseat storage compartment as shown. Convenience net the convenience net is located inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp t...

  • Page 134: Notice:

    2-64 cigarette lighter the cigarette lighter is located near the ashtray. Press it all the way in and release. It will pop back out by itself when it’s ready to light. You may also have a lighter located at the rear seat air outlet. Cigarette lighters can be used to provide electrical power to acces...

  • Page 135

    2-65 rear power sunshade (if equipped) the rear power sunshade helps to reduce the amount of heat and light entering the rear window. The rear power sunshade is located in the rear shelf. To raise the power sunshade, press and release the rear shade switch located on the front overhead console. To c...

  • Page 136: Cellular Telephone (Option)

    2-66 cellular telephone (option) with this option, your vehicle is equipped with a portable cellular telephone system. The system has steering wheel telephone controls and information output through the driver information center (dic). Voice activation with remote record and hands - free operation a...

  • Page 137: Onstar

    2-67 onstar r system (if equipped) onstar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a hands - free communication link between you and the onstar center. A service subscription agreement and fee are required in order to receive onstar service. Services are avai...

  • Page 138

    2-68 volume control: you can control the volume of the onstar system using the steering wheel volume control. Telltale light: this light will indicate the status of the system. A solid green light will come on when you start the vehicle to let you know that the system is on and is ready to make or r...

  • Page 139

    2-69 d onstar med - net -- med - net can store your personal medical history and provide it to emergency personnel if necessary. (requires activation and additional fee.) d accident assist -- an advisor can provide step - by - step guidance following an accident. D remote door unlock -- to contact t...

  • Page 140: Assist Handles

    2-70 onstar system limitations complete limitations can be found on the subscriber services agreement. Onstar service is: d available in the 48 contiguous united states, alaska, hawaii and canada; d available when the vehicle is within the operating range of a cellular provider; d subject to limitat...

  • Page 141: Sunroof (Option)

    2-71 sunroof (option) the two control switches to operate the sunroof are located on the overhead console and include vent, roof, open and close. The control switches work only when the ignition is on or the retained accessory power (rap) is active. See “retained accessory power” in the index. To op...

  • Page 142: Homelink

    2-72 homelink r transmitter (if equipped) 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 und...

  • Page 143

    2-73 your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 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 ind...

  • Page 144

    2-74 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 lockout switch inside the glove box is activated. For more information...

  • Page 145

    2-75 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 146: The Instrument Panel

    2-76 the instrument panel -- your information system.

  • Page 147

    2-77 the main components of the instrument panel are the following: a. Air outlets b. Turn signal/multifunction lever c. Hvac steering wheel controls (or cellular telephone controls, if equipped) d. Instrument panel cluster e. Audio steering wheel controls f. Driver information center buttons g. Ele...

  • Page 148: Digital Cluster

    2-78 digital cluster the 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 of the other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically. United states version shown, canada ...

  • Page 149: Analog Cluster (If Equipped)

    2-79 analog cluster (if equipped) united states version shown, canada similar.

  • Page 150

    2-80 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...

  • Page 151: Notice:

    2-81 vehicle speed limiter this feature prevents your vehicle from exceeding speeds that the tires are not rated for. When this happens, the engine’s fuel supply is shut off. When the vehicle speed slows, the fuel supply will come on again. Tachometer (analog cluster only) this gage indicates the en...

  • Page 152: Warning Lights, Gages

    2-82 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...

  • Page 153: Caution:

    2-83 air bag readiness light there is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows air bag or the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensor...

  • Page 154

    2-84 charging system light when you turn the key to on, this light will come on briefly to show that the generator and battery charging systems are working. If this light stays on, you need service and you should take your vehicle to the dealer at once. To save your battery until you get there, turn...

  • Page 155: Caution:

    2-85 caution: your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. When the i...

  • Page 156

    2-86 traction control system warning light united states canada (analog only) this warning light should come on briefly when the engine is started. If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If it stays on, or comes on when you’re d...

  • Page 157

    2-87 engine coolant temperature gage united states (analog only) canada (analog only) this gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, the engine is too hot. Digital cluster that reading means the same thing as the warning light -- the engine coolant has o...

  • Page 158: Notice:

    2-88 malfunction indicator lamp (service engine soon light in the united states or check engine light in canada) united states canada (analog only) 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 -...

  • Page 159: Notice:

    2-89 notice: modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust, intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same tire performance criteria (tpc) can affect your vehicle’s emission controls and may cause the service engine soon or che...

  • Page 160

    2-90 if the light is flashing the following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: d reducing vehicle speed. D avoiding hard accelerations. D avoiding steep uphill grades. D if you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops f...

  • Page 161

    2-91 have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See “fuel” in the index. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start - up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear...

  • Page 162: Caution:

    2-92 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. 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 the...

  • Page 163

    2-93 security light for information regarding this light, see “theft deterrent - system” in the index. Fog lamp light (if equipped) 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 united states ca...

  • Page 164

    2-94 fuel gage analog (united states) analog (canada) digital the fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. It works only when the ignition is in on. If the fuel supply gets down to approximately three gallons (11.4 l) of fuel remaining in the tank, the fuel level low message will ...

  • Page 165

    2-95 fuel data display (digital cluster) the fuel data display tells you all you about the fuel economy and how far you can travel with the fuel remaining. The average fuel economy (avg) display shows the average miles per gallon. To reset the average fuel economy, press the info button until the mp...

  • Page 166

    2-96 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 miles range (analog ...

  • Page 167

    2-97 mpg avg (reset): this message shows the approximate fuel economy you have averaged since the last time you reset the value. To reset the mpg avg (average fuel economy), press the info button to display the mpg avg then press and hold the info reset button until 0.0 mpg avg is displayed. Mpg ins...

  • Page 168

    2-98 lf - rf - lr - rr tire (if equipped): on vehicles equipped with the tire pressure monitor, this message shows the tire pressure for each tire (left front, right front, left rear and right rear). Pressing the info button will scroll through the tire pressure for each of the four tires, such as: ...

  • Page 169

    2-99 driver information center (dic) messages these messages will appear if there is a problem sensed in one of your vehicle’s systems. Vehicles that are first sold in canada will have a number after each message. This number helps to identify the problem. You must then press info or info reset to c...

  • Page 170

    2-100 battery voltage low - 6: this message will appear when the electrical system is charging less than 10 volts or if the battery has been drained. If this message appears immediately after starting, it is possible that the generator can still recharge the battery. The battery should recharge whil...

  • Page 171

    2-101 check oil level - 36: for correct operation of the low oil sensing system, your vehicle should be on a level surface. A false check oil level message may appear if the vehicle is parked on a grade. The oil level sensing system does not check for actual oil level if the engine has been off for ...

  • Page 172: Caution:

    2-102 once the tpm system detects the low or high tire pressure condition, the message “check tire pressure” will be displayed whenever you start the engine or the ignition is in the on position. To remove or clear the check tire pressure message, you will need to set the tire(s) to the proper tire ...

  • Page 173

    2-103 engine hot - ac off - 16: this message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning compressor is automatically turned off. When the coolant temperature returns to normal, the a/c operation wi...

  • Page 174

    2-104 oil pressure low stop engine - 35: if this message appears while the engine is running, stop the engine and do not operate it until the cause of low oil pressure is corrected. Severe damage to the engine can result. A multiple chime will also sound when this message is displayed. Passenger doo...

  • Page 175

    2-105 service stability sys - 54: if you ever see the service stability sys message, it means there may be a problem with your stability enhancement system. If you see this message, try to reset the system (stop; turn off the engine; then start the engine again). If the service stability sys message...

  • Page 176

    2-106 service tpm system - 51: when this message is displayed, the tire pressure monitor (tpm) system is not working properly. See your dealer for service. Service transmission - 100: see your dealer for repair. Service vehicle soon - 3: this message is displayed when a non - emissions related power...

  • Page 177

    2-107 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 has been returned to on (pressing the button once turns the traction control system off: pressing the button again turns the system ba...

  • Page 178: Vehicle Programming And

    2-108 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...

  • Page 179

    2-109 key in recall memory (if equipped) to enter feature programming, follow the instructions listed previously, then press the down arrow on the info button one or more times until the key in recall memory prompt appears on the dic display. To turn the feature on, press the on/off button until on ...

  • Page 180

    2-110 lights flash at lock to enter feature programming, follow the instructions listed previously, 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 al...

  • Page 181

    2-111 driver unlock in park (p) to enter feature programming follow the instructions listed previously, then press the down arrow on the info button one or more times until the driver unlock in park (p) prompt appears. This feature will automatically unlock only the driver’s door when the vehicle is...

  • Page 182

    2-112 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 shifter is placed in reverse (r)...

  • Page 183

    2-113 comfort controls and radio system personalization these features allow both drivers to personalize their own climate control settings as well as their radio settings. For more information, see “climate control personalization” and “radio personalization” in the index. Continuous variable road ...

  • Page 184: Night Vision System (Option)

    2-114 the dic may display a change engine oil message. Always keep a written record of the mileage and date when you changed your oil. For more information, see the maintenance schedule booklet. If you see change engine oil, it means the oil life is gone and you should change the oil right away. The...

  • Page 185: Caution:

    2-115 use this system as an aid to help you in seeing objects beyond the headlamps. Do this by occasionally glancing at the image as you would a rearview mirror. Do not stare at the image. The night vision system can be operated if: d the brightness control is in any position except off d it is dark...

  • Page 186: Caution:

    2-116 remember that the night vision system can only help you see objects that are warmer or colder than the surroundings. It can’t sense things like brake lights, turn signals or emergency flashers, traffic lights or signs. In dry, clear weather, the system can see pedestrians, animals and the dire...

  • Page 187: Navigation (Option)

    2-117 navigation (option) navigation display controls the display screen is located in the center on the instrument panel. There are seven “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 coverin...

  • Page 188: (Urpa) (Option)

    2-118 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 light...

  • Page 189

    2-119 a chime will sound the first time an object is detected. Urpa can detect objects 3 inches (7.6 cm) and wider, and at least 10 inches (25.4 cm) tall, but it cannot detect objects that are above trunk level. In order for the rear sensors to recognize an object, it must be within operating range....

  • Page 190: Section 3

    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 elect...

  • Page 191: Comfort Controls

    3-2 comfort controls this section tells you how to make your air system work for you. With this system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has a flow - through ventilation system described later in this section. Climate control panel fan button th...

  • Page 192

    3-3 outside temperature display the outside temperature is always displayed when your vehicle is running. You can change it from fahrenheit to celsius by pressing the eng/met (english/metric) button on the left side of the instrument panel cluster. The outside temperature sensor is located near the ...

  • Page 193

    3-4 with the automatic setting, the air conditioning compressor automatically cycles when needed to cool the air. In cold weather, when the system senses the need for heat, the airflow will be directed out the floor outlets. As the interior temperature approaches a desired setting, the blower speed ...

  • Page 194

    3-5 defrost: press this button to quickly remove fog or frost from the windshield. This setting sends most of the airflow to the windshield with only a small amount to the floor outlets. Fan speeds: press the auto. At this setting, the fan speed is automatically controlled. If it is cold outside, th...

  • Page 195

    3-6 electronic solar sensor the sensor monitors the sun’s solar radiation and is located on top of the instrument panel near the windshield. The ecc panel uses this information to automatically make the necessary temperature and airflow adjustments to maintain your comfort. Air conditioning on hot d...

  • Page 196: Notice:

    3-7 defogging and defrosting on cool, humid days, use defog heater/defrost to keep the windshield and side windows clear. Use defrost to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely humid or cold conditions. Press the defrost button to select defrost. Adjust the fan speed by pressing t...

  • Page 197

    3-8 rear climate control your vehicle is equipped with a rear climate control. With this system, the rear passengers can control the temperature of the air flow for his/her own zones. The climate control has three buttons: mode: press this button to adjust the direction of the airflow. If you press ...

  • Page 198

    3-9 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...

  • Page 199

    3-10 hvac steering wheel controls (if equipped) 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. Fan speed: press the up arrow lever to increase the fan speed and the down arro...

  • Page 200: 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...

  • Page 201

    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...

  • Page 202

    3-13 setting the tone tone: press and release this button until the desired tone control (bass or treble) 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 on this but...

  • Page 203

    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...

  • Page 204

    3-15 am-fm stereo with cassette tape and compact disc player 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 clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. Hr or mn: display the time wit...

  • Page 205

    3-16 pushbuttons: the six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six am, six fm1 and six fm2). Just: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press band to select am, fm1 or fm2. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons ...

  • Page 206

    3-17 cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they will not start playing until the radio is on. If you want to insert a cassette tape when the ignition is off, first press the eject button. While the tape is playing, use the vol, tone, level, and speaker controls just as you do for the r...

  • Page 207

    3-18 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...

  • Page 208

    3-19 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...

  • Page 209

    3-20 hr or mn: display the time with the ignition off by pressing this button. 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 un...

  • Page 210

    3-21 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...

  • Page 211

    3-22 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...

  • Page 212

    3-23 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 ...

  • Page 213

    3-24 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...

  • Page 214

    3-25 setting the tone tone: press and release this button until the desired tone control (bass or treble) 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 minus ( - ...

  • Page 215

    3-26 adjusting the speakers tone: press and release this button until the desired balance or fade control is found. Level: after selecting the desired balance or fade control, press the plus (+) or minus ( - ) symbol on this button to select the desired level. Playing a cassette tape with the radio ...

  • Page 216

    3-27 tune seek: when this button is pressed, it has two positions. This button works the same, whether it is pressed to the first or second position. Press this button to seek to the next or previous selection on the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection ...

  • Page 217

    3-28 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...

  • Page 218

    3-29 am-fm stereo with cassette tape and minidisc 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 clockwise....

  • Page 219

    3-30 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...

  • Page 220

    3-31 preset scan: press and hold scan for more than two seconds until you hear a beep to listen to each of your preset stations for five seconds. The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons, stop for five seconds, then go on to the next preset station. Press scan again t...

  • Page 221

    3-32 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...

  • Page 222

    3-33 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 ...

  • Page 223

    3-34 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...

  • Page 224

    3-35 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 ...

  • Page 225

    3-36 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 226

    3-37 ff: press the right arrow to fast forward to another part of the tape. The radio will play while the tape advances. You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in ff mode. Press the right arrow again to return to playing speed. Tune seek: when this button is pres...

  • Page 227

    3-38 playing a minidisc 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 minidisc symbol appears on the display, the disc will begin playing. Minidiscs may be loaded with the radio off but they will not start play...

  • Page 228

    3-39 radio data systems (rds) program type (pty) selections pty list description adlt hit adult hits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Any any . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Classicl classical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 229

    3-40 navigation/radio system (option) navigation/radio display and controls the display screen is located in the center of the instrument panel. There are seven “hard” buttons and a touch sensitive screen. Your vehicle may be equipped with an am - fm stereo navigation radio system that includes digi...

  • Page 230

    3-41 glovebox-mounted cd changer (option) with the compact disc changer, you can play up to 6 discs continuously. Normal size discs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazine. The smaller discs (8 cm) can be played only with specially designed trays. You must first load the magazine with...

  • Page 231

    3-42 close the door by sliding it all the way to the right. When the door is closed, the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine. This will continue for up to one and a half minutes, depending on the number of discs loaded. To eject the magazine from the player, slide the cd changer do...

  • Page 232

    3-43 tune - seek: press the upward arrow to the first detent to seek to the next selection on the compact disc. If playing last track of disc, pressing the upward arrow will seek to the first track of disc. Press the downward arrow to the first detent to seek to the previous selection on the compact...

  • Page 233

    3-44 radio personalization with home and away feature (if equipped) if driver 1 (home or away) presets or driver 2 (home or away) presets appears in the display when the radio is first turned on, your vehicle is equipped with this feature. With this feature, your vehicle will recall the latest radio...

  • Page 234

    3-45 audio steering wheel controls some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following: vol: press the up arrow button to increase volume and the down arrow button to decrease volume. Sel: when listening to the radio, press the up or down arrow button to tune to the...

  • Page 235

    3-46 understanding radio reception am the range for most am stations is greater than for fm, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. Am can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if ...

  • Page 236: Notice:

    3-47 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...

  • Page 237

    3-48 when using a scrubbing action, non - abrasive cleaning cassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a broken tape detection feature and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the following ...

  • Page 238: Notice:

    3-49 care of your compact discs handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to th...

  • Page 239: Section 4

    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 - 9 tra...

  • Page 240: 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, i...

  • Page 241: 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...

  • Page 242

    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. ...

  • Page 243: Caution:

    4-5 but the ability to drive is affected well below a bac of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a bac approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at bac levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that th...

  • Page 244: 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...

  • Page 245

    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....

  • Page 246

    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 and continue braking. Here’s what happens with abs. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, ...

  • Page 247: 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...

  • Page 248: Steering

    4-10 the traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the system on. But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to. You should turn the system off if your ve...

  • Page 249

    4-11 steering tips driving on curves it’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here’s why: experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The tra...

  • Page 250

    4-12 steering in emergencies there are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avo...

  • Page 251: 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...

  • Page 252

    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 253: 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 254: Driving At Night

    4-16 of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more li...

  • Page 255

    4-17 here are some tips on night driving. D drive defensively. D don’t drink and drive. D adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. D since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. D slow down, especi...

  • Page 256

    4-18 driving in rain and on wet roads rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire - to - road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’s always...

  • Page 257: Caution:

    4-19 driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. Caution: wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick...

  • Page 258: Notice:

    4-20 hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when it is raining. Driving through deep standing water notice: if you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through you...

  • Page 259: City Driving

    4-21 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 260: Freeway Driving

    4-22 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...

  • Page 261

    4-23 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 262: Highway Hypnosis

    4-24 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...

  • Page 263: Caution:

    4-25 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 264: Winter Driving

    4-26 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...

  • Page 265

    4-27 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....

  • Page 266

    4-28 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 ...

  • Page 267: Caution:

    4-29 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...

  • Page 268: Notice:

    4-30 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 ...

  • Page 269: Caution:

    4-31 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...

  • Page 270: Caution:

    4-32 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 s...

  • Page 271

    4-33 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...

  • Page 272

    4-34 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 2,000 lbs. (900 kg). These are total ma...

  • Page 273

    4-35 weight of the trailer tongue the tongue load (a) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The gross vehicle weight (gvw) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be ridin...

  • Page 274

    4-36 hitches it’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: d the rear bumper on your vehicle is not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bu...

  • Page 275

    4-37 driving with a trailer towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you ...

  • Page 276: Notice:

    4-38 making turns notice: making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal. Do this so your trailer won...

  • Page 277: Caution:

    4-39 parking on hills caution: you really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how ...

  • Page 278: 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 - 9 towing your vehicle 5 - 9 engine overheating 5 - 12 cooling system 5 - 18 if a tire goes flat 5 - 19 c...

  • Page 279: 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 on the center of the instrument panel between the two air vents. Press the but...

  • Page 280: 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 you cannot start your vehicle and you are unable to remove your key from the ignition, see “shift lock release” in the index. If your b...

  • Page 281: Notice:

    5-4 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. To avoid the...

  • Page 282: Caution:

    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. 4. Lift and move the red positive (+) terminal cover away from the relay center. Caution: using a match near a battery can cause batt...

  • Page 283: Caution:

    5-6 5. 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...

  • Page 284

    5-7 8. Now connect the black negative ( - ) cable to the good battery’s negative ( - ) terminal. Don’t let the other end of the negative ( - ) cable touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative ( - ) cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. Your vehicle has a remote negative ( - ) ...

  • Page 285

    5-8 11. Remove the cables in reverse order (as shown in the following procedure) to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. Return the red positive (+) remote terminal cover to its original position. Jumper cable removal procedure a. Remote positiv...

  • Page 286: Towing Your Vehicle

    5-9 towing your vehicle consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed. See “roadside assistance” and “recreational vehicle towing” in the index. Engine overheating you will find an engine coolant hot, idle engine message or an engine overheated, stop eng...

  • Page 287: Caution:

    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 from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no...

  • Page 288: Notice:

    5-11 notice: if your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See “overheated engine protection operating mode” in the index. If no steam is coming from your engine if you get an engine ...

  • Page 289: 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...

  • Page 290: Caution:

    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,...

  • Page 291: Caution:

    5-14 if there seems to be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they aren’t, your vehicle needs service. How to add coolant to the coolant surge tank if you haven’t found a problem yet,...

  • Page 292: Caution:

    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...

  • Page 293

    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) until it first stops. (don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) i...

  • Page 294

    5-17 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to the base of the filler neck. 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 ...

  • Page 295: If A Tire Goes Flat

    5-18 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this. Start the engine and allow it to warm up. If the check coolant level message does not appear on the driver information center, coolant is at the proper fill level. If a check coolant level message does a...

  • Page 296: Changing A Flat Tire

    5-19 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 ...

  • Page 297

    5-20 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 located in your trunk. To gain access to the instructions, spare tire and jacking equipment, do the following: 1. Press the area at the front of ...

  • Page 298

    5-21 3. Unscrew the wing nuts to remove the container that holds the wrench and jack. 4. Remove the wheel wrench, jack and spare tire from the trunk. See “compact spare tire” later in this section for more information about the compact spare tire. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (a) and t...

  • Page 299

    5-22 removing the wheel cover models with center wheel cover for models having aluminum wheels with a center wheel cover, use the flat end of the wheel wrench to gently pry the wheel covers off. Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge and don’t try to remove it with your hands. For models ...

  • Page 300

    5-23 2. Find the jacking location from the diagrams above and corresponding hoisting notches located in the plastic molding. The notches may be labeled “jack” with an arrow pointing to the jacking location on the vehicle..

  • Page 301: Caution:

    5-24 caution: getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. Caution: raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle an...

  • Page 302: Caution:

    5-25 7. Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 8. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Caution: rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and c...

  • Page 303

    5-26 10. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 11. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely..

  • Page 304: Caution:

    5-27 12. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. If your vehicle is equipped with wheel nut covers, screw them on 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...

  • Page 305: Notice:

    5-28 notice: improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. 13. Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store...

  • Page 306: Caution:

    5-29 storing the spare 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. The compact spare is for temporary use on...

  • Page 307: Compact Spare Tire

    5-30 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 308: Ice Or Snow

    5-31 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 309: 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 310: 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 ...

  • Page 311: Caution:

    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 ...

  • Page 312

    6-4 be sure the posted octane for regular is at least 87 (at least 91 for premium). If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive. If it’s bad enough, it can damage your engine. If you’re using fuel rated at the recommended octane or higher and you hear heavy knock...

  • Page 313: Notice:

    6-5 notice: your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Don’t use it. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’t be covered under your warranty. Fuels in foreign countries if you plan on driving in another country ...

  • Page 314

    6-6 the fuel door release button is located to the left of the steering wheel next to the headlamp knob. The button only works when the vehicle is in park (p) or neutral (n), when the key is in the ignition and the valet lockout button is in off. An alternate fuel door release is located inside of t...

  • Page 315: Caution:

    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 ...

  • Page 316: Caution:

    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...

  • Page 317

    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. With night vision without night vision then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever. The lever is located under the front edge of the gr...

  • Page 318

    6-10 engine compartment overview when you open the hood, you’ll see: a. Windshield washer fluid reservoir b. Engine compartment bussed electrical center c. Engine coolant surge tank d. Power steering fluid e. Engine oil fill cap f. Engine oil dipstick g. Brake master cylinder h. Transaxle dipstick/f...

  • Page 319: Engine Oil

    6-11 underhood lamp the underhood lamp will come on when the hood is opened and the parking lamps are turned on. 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 “checking engine oil” in ...

  • Page 320: Notice:

    6-12 pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. 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 ri...

  • Page 321

    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...

  • Page 322: Notice:

    6-14 as in the chart shown previously, 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 eng...

  • Page 323

    6-15 how to reset the oil life indicator after the oil has been changed, display the oil life message by pressing the info button. Then press and hold the reset button until the display shows 100% engine oil life. This resets the oil life index. The percentage of oil life remaining may be checked at...

  • Page 324: Engine Air Cleaner/filter

    6-16 engine air cleaner/filter the engine air cleaner/filter is located on the driver’s side of the engine. Be sure the engine has cooled before following these steps to replace the air cleaner filter: for more information on location, see “engine compartment overview” in the index. 1. Loosen both w...

  • Page 325: Caution:

    6-17 follow these steps to reinstall the air cleaner cover to the engine air cleaner/filter housing: 1. When installing the engine air cleaner/filter cover, be sure to align the three tabs located on the back of the cover with the three slots on the back of the housing. 2. After aligning the tabs wi...

  • Page 326: Passenger Compartment Air

    6-18 passenger compartment air filter replacement the passenger compartment air filter traps most of the pollen from the air entering your vehicle. Like your vehicle’s air cleaner filter, it may need to be changed periodically. For how often to change the passenger compartment air filter, see your m...

  • Page 327

    6-19 2. Then, insert the flat tip of the screwdriver behind the push pin located on the inboard side of the air filter compartment to carefully pry the pin out. 3. To remove the air filter, insert the flat tip of the screwdriver between the air filter and the compartment wall on the outboard side of...

  • Page 328: Automatic Transaxle Fluid

    6-20 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 ...

  • Page 329

    6-21 wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving: d when outside temperatures are above 90_f (32_c). D at high speed for quite a while. D in heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather. D while pulling a trailer. To get the right reading, the fluid shou...

  • Page 330

    6-22 then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: the transaxle fluid cap is located next to the radiator hose and below the engine air cleaner/filter assembly on the driver’s side of the engine. See “engine compartment overview” in the index for more information on location. 1. After ...

  • Page 331: Notice:

    6-23 how to add fluid refer to the maintenance schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “recommended fluids and lubricants” in the maintenance schedule booklet. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross - hatched area on th...

  • Page 332: Engine Coolant

    6-24 engine coolant the cooling system in your vehicle is filled with dex - cool r engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only dex - cool r extended life coolant. The following explains your coo...

  • Page 333: Caution:

    6-25 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...

  • Page 334: Caution:

    6-26 checking coolant the surge tank is located on the passenger’s side of the engine. For more information on location, see “engine compartment overview” in the index. The cooling system is under a lot of pressure when it is hot. If the check coolant level message appears on the driver information ...

  • Page 335: Caution:

    6-27 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 336: Windshield Washer Fluid

    6-28 when to check power steering fluid it is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. How to check power steering...

  • Page 337: Notice:

    6-29 adding washer fluid the check washer fluid message will be displayed on the driver information center (dic) when the fluid is low. The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in front of the fuse block relay center on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. For more information on location, s...

  • Page 338: Brakes

    6-30 brakes brake fluid your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. See “engine compartment overview” in the index. It is filled with dot - 3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is tha...

  • Page 339: Caution:

    6-31 what to add when you do need brake fluid, use only dot - 3 brake fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. Refer to “recommended fluids and lubricants” in the maintenance schedule booklet. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. ...

  • Page 340: Caution:

    6-32 brake wear your vehicle has four - wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built - in wear indicators that make a high - pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pus...

  • Page 341: Battery

    6-33 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 ...

  • Page 342: Caution:

    6-34 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 343: Bulb Replacement

    6-35 bulb replacement for the proper type of replacement bulb, see “replacement bulbs” in the index. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer’s service department. Halogen bulbs caution: halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scr...

  • Page 344

    6-36 2. Remove the two bolts at the top of the headlamp assembly. 3. Loosen the bolt at the bottom of the headlamp assembly to gain access to the bulb socket. 4. Use a screwdriver to help pry the headlamp assembly away from the vehicle..

  • Page 345

    6-37 5. Firmly grasp the outboard side of the headlamp assembly with both hands and pull hard enough so that the whole assembly opens freely. 6. Use a screwdriver to remove the bulb socket dust cover. 7. Turn the headlamp housing socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing..

  • Page 346

    6-38 8. Pull the old bulb out of the socket. 9. Install the new bulb into the socket. Make sure that the bulb is locked firmly into the bulb socket. 10. Reinstall the headlamp housing socket back into the headlamp assembly. 11. Reinstall the headlamp assembly by reversing steps 2 through 6. To reins...

  • Page 347: Notice:

    6-39 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...

  • Page 348

    6-40 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...

  • Page 349

    6-41 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...

  • Page 350: Notice:

    6-42 3. At the wall or other flat surface, measure from the floor to the recorded distance and draw a horizontal line the width of the vehicle. 4. Turn on the low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being dimed. This should allow the beam cut - of...

  • Page 351

    6-43 5. Turn the vertical aiming screw (c) until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. Front cornering lamps 1. Follow steps 1 through 4 in “headlamps” described previously. 2. Disconnect the cornering lamp bulb by pulling the bulb out of the socket. Do not twist or turn the bulb. ...

  • Page 352

    6-44 front turn signal lamps 1. The turn signal lamps are located beside the headlamps. To access, lift off the bulb socket dust cover. See step 1 under “headlamps” described previously. 2. Press the tab down and turn the housing socket clockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing. 3. Remove...

  • Page 353

    6-45 windshield wiper blade replacement windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “wiper blade check” in the maintenance schedule booklet under part b “owner checks and services” for more information. It’s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper bl...

  • Page 354: Tires

    6-46 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 vehicle warranty booklet for details. Caution: poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. D overl...

  • Page 355: Notice:

    6-47 inflation -- tire pressure the tire - loading information label, which is located on the rear edge of the driver’s side rear 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...

  • Page 356

    6-48 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 ...

  • Page 357: Notice:

    6-49 changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. If the tpm system detects low tire pressure, below 24 psi (165 kpa), or high tire pressure, above 36 psi (248 kpa), a message, check tire pressure, will appear on...

  • Page 358: Caution:

    6-50 tire inspection and rotation tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See “when it’s time for new tires” and “wheel replace...

  • Page 359

    6-51 when it’s time for new tires one way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: d you can see the indicator...

  • Page 360: Caution:

    6-52 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...

  • Page 361

    6-53 uniform tire quality grading quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: treadwear 200 traction aa temperature a the following information relates to the system developed by the united states national highway t...

  • Page 362

    6-54 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...

  • Page 363: Caution:

    6-55 if you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new gm original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle. Caution: using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts o...

  • Page 364: Notice:

    6-56 tire chains notice: if your vehicle has p235/55r17 size tires, don’t use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle because there’s not enough clearance. Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditio...

  • Page 365: Appearance Care

    6-57 appearance care remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle...

  • Page 366

    6-58 here are some cleaning tips: d always read the instructions on the cleaner label. D clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set. D carefully scrape off any excess stain. D use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. D...

  • Page 367: Care of Safety Belts

    6-59 cleaning wood panels use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Cleaning speaker covers vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker won’t be damaged. Clean spots with just water and mild soap. Care of...

  • Page 368: Cleaning The Outside of The

    6-60 cleaning the outside of the windshield and wiper blades if the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with gm windshield cleaner, bo...

  • Page 369: Notice:

    6-61 cleaning exterior lamps/lenses use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “washing your vehicle.” finish care occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue fr...

  • Page 370: Cleaning Aluminum Or

    6-62 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 371: Finish Damage

    6-63 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...

  • Page 372

    6-64 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...

  • Page 373

    6-65 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 374: Electrical System

    6-66 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...

  • Page 375

    6-67 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...

  • Page 376

    6-68 minifuses usage 1 assembly line diagnostic link 2 accessory 3 windshield wipers 4 not used minifuses usage 5 headlamp low beam left 6 headlamp low beam right 7 instrument panel 8 powertrain control module battery 9 headlamp high beam right 10 headlamp high beam left 11 ignition 1 12 fog 13 tran...

  • Page 377

    6-69 minifuses usage 20 oxygen sensor 21 injector bank #1 22 cigar lighter #2 23 cigar lighter #1 24 daytime running lamps 25 horn 26 air conditioner clutch micro relays usage 27 headlamp high beam 28 headlamp low beam 29 fog lamps 30 daytime running lamps 31 horn 32 air conditioner clutch mini rela...

  • Page 378: Notice:

    6-70 removing the rear seat cushion notice: the battery and main fuse blocks are located under the rear seat cushion. The battery’s ground terminal and some relay wires are exposed. To help avoid damage to the battery and wires, be careful when removing or reinstalling the seat cushion. Do not remov...

  • Page 379: Caution:

    6-71 caution: a safety belt that isn’t properly routed through the seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt hasn’t been routed through the seat cushion at all, it won’t be there to work for the next passenger. The person sitting in that position c...

  • Page 380

    6-72 minifuses usage 1 fuel pump 2 heater, ventilation and air conditioning battery 3 memory seat, tilt and telescoping steering minifuses usage 4 rr lumbar, antenna 5 driver door module 6 heated seat left rear 7 power tilt and telescoping steering 8 supplemental inflation restraint 9 not used 10 la...

  • Page 381

    6-73 minifuses usage 20 park/reverse 21 audio 22 retained accessory power for sunroof 23 lamps, parking left 24 night vision 25 passenger door module 26 body 27 export lights, power locks 28 rear hvac blower 29 ignition switch 30 hazard signal 31 reverse, locks 32 continuous variable road sensing su...

  • Page 382

    6-74 micro relays usage 47 reverse lockout 48 cvrss dampers 49 ignition 3 50 fuel tank door release 51 interior lamps 52 trunk release 53 not used 54 lock, cylinder 55 electronic level control compressor circuit breakers usage 56 power seats 57 power windows mini relays usage 58 cigar lighter 59 rig...

  • Page 383: Replacement Bulbs

    6-75 replacement bulbs application number headlamps, composite inner high beam 9005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Outer low beam 9006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front turn signal 3157 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cornering lamps 3157 . . . . ...

  • Page 384: Normal Maintenance

    6-76 wheel nut torque 100 lb - ft (140 n·m) capacities transaxle (4t80 - e) 15.0 quarts (14.2 l) . . . . . . . . . . Crankcase (engine oil with filter change) 7.5 quarts (7.1 l) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine cooling system 12.5 quarts (11.8 l) . . . . . . . . Fuel tank 18.5 u.S. Gallons (70...

  • Page 385: 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...

  • Page 386

    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 387: 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 388: 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 389: 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...

  • Page 390

    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...

  • Page 391

    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 392: 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...

  • Page 393

    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 $37.00 per day supported by receipts. This requires that ...

  • Page 394: 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 395: The Canadian Government

    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...

  • Page 396

    7-12 2001 cadillac service publications ordering information the following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the service publication order form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to h...

  • Page 397: (      )

    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 ...