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Cadillac 2007 SRX Owner's Manual

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Summary of 2007 SRX

  • Page 1

    Seats and restraint systems ....................... 7 front seats .............................................. 9 rear seats ............................................. 18 safety belts ............................................ 22 child restraints ...................................... 43 airba...

  • Page 2

    Service and appearance care .................. 343 service ................................................. 346 fuel ...................................................... 349 checking things under the hood ......... 354 all-wheel drive ..................................... 392 rear axle .............

  • Page 3: Canadian Owners

    General motors, gm, the gm emblem, cadillac, the cadillac crest and wreath, and the name srx 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 to the product after that time without no...

  • Page 4: How To Use This Manual

    How to use this manual many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If this is done, it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle. Pictures and words work together in the owner manual to explain things. Index a good place...

  • Page 5: Vehicle Damage Warnings

    Vehicle damage warnings also, in this manual you will find these notices: notice: these mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly....

  • Page 6

    These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: 6.

  • Page 7: Section 1

    Front seats ..................................................... 9 manual seats ................................................ 9 power seats ............................................... 10 power lumbar ............................................. 10 heated seats .................................

  • Page 8: Section 1

    Airbag system .............................................. 70 where are the airbags? .............................. 73 when should an airbag inflate? .................. 77 what makes an airbag inflate? ................... 79 how does an airbag restrain? ................... 79 what will you see aft...

  • Page 9: Front Seats

    Front seats manual seats { caution: if the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. Your vehicle may have manual seats. To adjust the seat, lift the bar ...

  • Page 10: Power Seats

    Power seats if the vehicle has power seats, the controls used to operate them are located on the outboard side of the seats. • move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the horizontal control forward or rearward. • raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the horiz...

  • Page 11: Heated Seats

    To increase or decrease support, hold the control forward or rearward. Keep in mind that as your seating position changes, as it may during long trips, so should the position of your lumbar support. Adjust the seat as needed. Heated seats your vehicle may have heated front seats. The controls are lo...

  • Page 12: Memory Seat And Mirrors

    Memory seat and mirrors if your vehicle has the memory feature, you can program and recall memory settings for the driver’s seating and outside rearview mirror driving positions for up to two drivers. If your vehicle has the adjustable throttle and brake pedal feature, you can also program and recal...

  • Page 13

    Two personalized exit positions can also be programmed. Use the following steps to program exit positions: 1. Press memory seat button 1 or the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter with the number 1 on the back to recall the driving position. 2. Adjust the driver’s s...

  • Page 14: Reclining Seatbacks

    Reclining seatbacks manual reclining seatbacks { caution: you can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only wh...

  • Page 15

    To return the seatback to an upright position, do the following: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. Power reclining seatbacks if your seats have power recl...

  • Page 16: Caution:

    { caution: sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap be...

  • Page 17: Head Restraints

    Head restraints adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant’s head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The height of the front seat head restraints can be adjusted. Pull the restraint up to raise it. To lower ...

  • Page 18: Rear Seats

    If the vehicle has third row seats, the head rests adjust like the front seat head restraints. The third row seat head rests can be removed from the seatback. To do this, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and pull them out from the seatback. Store the head rest, front side facing...

  • Page 19: Caution:

    Entering or exiting the third row seat { caution: be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position when finished. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place. Never use the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled. This could cau...

  • Page 20: Stowable Seat

    Stowable seat if your vehicle has a third row seat, it is a power folding seat. The head rests need to be removed before folding the third row seat. See head restraints on page 17 for instructions for removing the third row seat head rests. The seatback will not fold all of the way down if the head ...

  • Page 21

    Before folding or unfolding the third row seat, all of the following conditions must be met: • the liftgate or passenger’s side rear door must be open. • the unlock button on either the remote keyless entry transmitter or the door must be pressed three times to enable the rear seat for two minutes, ...

  • Page 22: Safety Belts

    Safety belts safety belts: they are for everyone this part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. { caution: do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you ...

  • Page 23

    In most states and in all canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here is why: they work. You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a perso...

  • Page 24

    Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 24.

  • Page 25

    The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... Or the instrument panel... 25.

  • Page 26: Safety Belts

    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 is why safety belts make such good sense. Questions and answers about safety belts q: will i be trapped in the vehicle aft...

  • Page 27: Driver Position

    Q: if i am a good driver, and i never drive far from home, why should i wear safety belts? A: you may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an accident — even one that is not your fault — you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your contro...

  • Page 28

    3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 4. Push the latch plate into the bu...

  • Page 29

    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 would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious ...

  • Page 30: Caution:

    Q: what is wrong with this? A: the shoulder belt is too loose. It will not 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 ...

  • Page 31: Caution:

    Q: what is wrong with this? A: the lap belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. { caution: you can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal in...

  • Page 32: Caution:

    Q: what is 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 i...

  • Page 33: Caution:

    Q: what is 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 an...

  • Page 34: Caution:

    Q: what is 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 would not 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 35

    To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety belt use during pregnancy safety belts work for everyone, inclu...

  • Page 36: Rear Seat Passengers

    The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Right front passenger position to learn...

  • Page 37

    Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. Lap-shoulder belt all rear seat positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here is how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the ...

  • Page 38

    3. To make the lap part tight, 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 would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt...

  • Page 39: Caution:

    { caution: you can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. Rear safety belt comfort guides rear shoulder belt co...

  • Page 40

    Here is how to install the comfort guide to the shoulder belt. 1. Slide the guide off of its storage clip located on the seatback. 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 sl...

  • Page 41: Caution:

    { caution: a safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 4. B...

  • Page 42: Safety Belt Pretensioners

    Safety belt pretensioners your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger. Although you cannot see them, they are part of the safety belt assembly. They help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash if ...

  • Page 43: Child Restraints

    Child restraints older children older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. Q: what is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt sho...

  • Page 44: Caution:

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

  • Page 45: Caution:

    { caution: never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That cou...

  • Page 46: Caution:

    Infants and young children everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the united states and in ev...

  • Page 47: Caution:

    { caution: children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for caution: (continued) caution: (continued) young children and infants. Neither the vehi...

  • Page 48: Caution:

    Q: what are the different types of add-on child restraints? A: add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height, and age but also whether or n...

  • Page 49: Caution:

    { caution: the body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up aro...

  • Page 50

    A rear-facing infant seat (b) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (c-e) provides restraint for the child’s body with ...

  • Page 51

    A booster seat (f-g) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. Q: how should i use a...

  • Page 52: Caution:

    Securing an add-on child restraint in the vehicle { caution: a child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Make sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle’s safety belt or latch system, follow...

  • Page 53: Caution:

    Securing the child within the child restraint there are several systems for securing the child within the child restraint. One system, the three-point harness, has straps that come down over each of the infant’s shoulders and buckle together at the crotch. The five-point harness system has two shoul...

  • Page 54: Caution:

    Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says, “never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” this is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { caution: a child in a rear-facing child restrai...

  • Page 55: Children (Latch)

    Lower anchors and tethers for children (latch) the latch system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The latch system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use wi...

  • Page 56

    Top tether anchor a top tether (a, c) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (b) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of th...

  • Page 57

    Lower anchor and top tether anchor locations i (top tether anchor): seating positions with top tether anchors. J (lower anchor): seating positions with two lower anchors. Each outboard seating position in the second row has exposed metal lower anchors in the crease between the seatback and the seat ...

  • Page 58

    There are two top tether anchors located on the side of the wheel well in the rear cargo area. There is another top tether anchor in the center of the rear cargo area. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. D...

  • Page 59: Caution:

    Securing a child restraint designed for the latch system { caution: if a latch-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a latch-type child restraint is pr...

  • Page 60: Caution:

    { caution: children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Secure any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set ...

  • Page 61

    2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. 2.2. If you have an adjustable head restrain...

  • Page 62: Rear Seat Position

    If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts. 3. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. Securing a child restraint in a r...

  • Page 63: Caution:

    { caution: in a crash, a child secured in a rear-facing child restraint in the center rear seating position could be injured by the vehicle’s armrest. To reduce this risk, the armrest should first be secured with a special armrest retention strap. You can get this from your dealer. If you are using ...

  • Page 64

    4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forwar...

  • Page 65: Right Front Seat Position

    6. If your child restraint has a top tether, and the position that you are using has a top tether anchor, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to lower anchors and tethers for children (latch) on page 55. 7. Push...

  • Page 66: Caution:

    A label on your sun visor says, “never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” this is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { caution: a child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inflat...

  • Page 67

    If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat position, move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. See manual seats on page 9 or power seats on page 10. If your child restraint has the latch system, see lower anchors a...

  • Page 68

    3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you...

  • Page 69

    5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. 7. If the airba...

  • Page 70: Airbag System

    Airbag system your vehicle has the following airbags: • a frontal airbag for the driver. • a frontal airbag for the right front passenger. • a seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver. • a seat-mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger. • a roof-mounted airbag for the driver, ri...

  • Page 71: Caution:

    { caution: frontal airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes. They are not designed to inflate in rollover, rear crashes, or in many side crashes. And, for some unrestrained occupants, frontal airbags may provide le...

  • Page 72: Caution:

    { caution: both frontal and side impact airbags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you are too close to an inflating airbag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for airbag inflation before and d...

  • Page 73: Where Are The Airbags?

    There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See airbag readiness light on page 201 for more information. Where are the airbag...

  • Page 74

    The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s seat-mounted side impact airbag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 74.

  • Page 75

    The right front passenger’s seat-mounted side impact airbag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. The roof-mounted side impact airbag for the driver and the passenger directly behind the driver is in the ceiling above the side windows. 75.

  • Page 76: Caution:

    The roof-mounted side impact airbag for the front passenger and the passenger directly behind the front passenger is in the ceiling above the side windows. { caution: if something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that perso...

  • Page 77

    When should an airbag inflate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds take into acc...

  • Page 78

    Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds. For example: • if the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object. • if the vehicle hits an object that deforms, the airbags could inflate at a different crash s...

  • Page 79

    What makes an airbag inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the airbag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. In the case of a “rollover capable” roof-mounted side impact airbag, the sensing system detects that the vehicle is about to roll over. The sensing system triggers a r...

  • Page 80: Inflates?

    What will you see after an airbag inflates? After frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inflated. Roof-mounted side impact airbags may still be at least partially inflated minutes after the vehic...

  • Page 81: Passenger Sensing System

    In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. • airbags are designed to inflate only once. After an airbag inflates, you will need some new parts for the airbag ...

  • Page 82: Caution:

    The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver’s airbags are not part of the passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger’s seat. The sensors are design...

  • Page 83

    Caution: (continued) guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off. We recommend that rear-facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right fron...

  • Page 84

    When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag, the off indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is off. If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child restraint from the ...

  • Page 85: Caution:

    Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the passenger’s airbag. { caution: if the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something...

  • Page 86: Caution:

    A thick layer of additional material, such as a blanket, or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers, can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates. Remove any additional material from the seat cushion before reinstalling or securing the child restraint...

  • Page 87: Vehicle

    Servicing your airbag-equipped vehicle airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle. You do not want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information a...

  • Page 88: Adding Equipment To Your

    Adding equipment to your airbag-equipped vehicle q: is there anything i might add to the front or sides of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep th...

  • Page 89: Restraint System Check

    Restraint system check checking the restraint systems now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a ...

  • Page 90: After A Crash

    Replacing restraint system parts after a crash { caution: a crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working prop...

  • Page 91: Section 2

    Keys .............................................................. 93 remote keyless entry (rke) system .......... 94 remote keyless entry (rke) system operation ................................................. 96 doors and locks ........................................ 100 door locks ...............

  • Page 92: Section 2

    Mirrors ......................................................... 134 automatic dimming rearview mirror with onstar ® .......................................... 134 automatic dimming rearview mirror with onstar ® and compass ................... 134 outside power heated mirrors ................... 13...

  • Page 93: Keys

    Keys { caution: leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition a...

  • Page 94: System

    Your vehicle has a double-sided key that can be used for the ignition and door locks. If you ever lose your keys, your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining replacements. In an emergency contact cadillac roadside service ® . See roadside service on page 493 for more information. Remote ke...

  • Page 95

    This device complies with rss-210 of industry canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modificatio...

  • Page 96: System Operation

    Remote keyless entry (rke) system operation with this feature, you can lock and unlock the doors and liftgate, open and close the liftgate, and turn on your vehicle’s interior lamps from up to 65 feet (20 m) away using the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter supplied with your vehicle. You will h...

  • Page 97

    L (panic alarm): press and release this button to locate your vehicle. The turn signal lamps will flash and the horn will sound three times. Press and hold this button for more than two seconds to activate the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps will flash and the horn will sound repeatedly for 30 se...

  • Page 98

    To replace the battery in the rke transmitter do the following: 1. Use a flat object with a thin edge into the notch, located below the trunk release button, and separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter. 2. Remove the old battery, but do not use a metal object to do this. 3. Sli...

  • Page 99

    To replace the battery in the rke transmitter do the following: 1. Use a flat object with a thin edge into the notch, located above the metal base, and separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter. 2. Remove the old battery, but do not use a metal object to do this. 3. Slide the new...

  • Page 100: Doors And Locks

    Doors and locks door locks { caution: unlocked doors can be dangerous. • passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors...

  • Page 101: Power Door Locks

    There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. Because your vehicle has the theft-deterrent system, you must unlock the doors from the outside with the key or remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter to avoid setting off the alarm. If the windows are down and the doors are locked, do not reac...

  • Page 102: Delayed Locking

    Delayed locking with this feature, you can delay the actual locking of the doors. When the power door lock switch or the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed when the key is not in the ignition and the driver’s door is opened, a chime will sound three times indicating that ...

  • Page 103: Rear Door Security Locks

    Rear door security locks your vehicle has rear door security locks that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the inside. The rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door. You must open the rear doors to access them. To use these locks, do t...

  • Page 104: Lockout Protection

    Lockout protection if you press the power door lock switch when the key is in the ignition and any door is open, all the doors will lock and only the driver’s door will unlock. If you close the doors, you can lock them using the remote keyless entry transmitter. Be sure to remove the key from the ig...

  • Page 105

    Notice: if you open the liftgate without checking for overhead obstructions such as a garage door, you could break the liftgate or the liftgate glass. Always check to make sure the area above the liftgate is clear before opening it. To open and close the liftgate, press and hold the power liftgate b...

  • Page 106

    If you shift the transmission out of park (p) while the power function is in progress, the liftgate power function will continue to completion. If you shift the transmission out of park (p) and accelerate before the power liftgate latches closed, the liftgate may reverse to the open position. Cargo ...

  • Page 107: Caution:

    Manual liftgate operation with the doors unlocked, the power liftgate can always be manually opened and closed. To open the liftgate, pull up on the handle on the outside of the liftgate. To close the liftgate, use the pull cup to lower the liftgate and close. The liftgate latch will power cinch to ...

  • Page 108: Windows

    Windows { caution: leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with ...

  • Page 109: Power Windows

    Power windows { caution: leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome from extreme heat in warm or hot weather and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is da...

  • Page 110

    Express-down window this feature is on all windows. Press the switch to the second position and release the switch to activate the express-down feature. To stop the window as it is lowering, press down or pull up briefly on the switch again. Express-up window this feature is on all windows. Pull the...

  • Page 111: Caution:

    Express window anti-pinch override { caution: if express override is activated, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. Before you use express override, make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path. In an e...

  • Page 112: Sun Visors

    Sun visors swing down the primary visor to block out glare. It can also be detached from the center mount and moved to the side to block glare from that direction. The driver’s sunshade may also have buttons for a built-in garage door opener. See universal home remote system (with three round led) o...

  • Page 113

    The theft-deterrent system will not arm if you lock the doors with a key, use the manual door lock or if the liftgate is ajar. It activates only if you use the rke transmitter or the power door lock. To avoid activating the alarm by accident do the following: • the vehicle should be locked with the ...

  • Page 114: Pass-Key

    Pass-key ® iii+ the pass-key ® iii+ system operates on a radio frequency subject to federal communications commission (fcc) rules and with industry canada. This device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful i...

  • Page 115

    If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse, see fuses and circuit breakers on page 455. If the engine still does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does st...

  • Page 116: Vehicle

    Starting and operating your vehicle new vehicle break-in notice: your vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines for the first 500 miles (805 km): • do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow. • do not exceed 70 mp...

  • Page 117: Ignition Positions

    Ignition positions with the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the key to four different positions. 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 ...

  • Page 118

    Key in the ignition never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If you leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle, a chime will sound, when you open the driver’s door. Always remember to remove your key from the ignition and take it with...

  • Page 119: Starting The Engine

    Starting the engine place the transmission in the proper gear. Move your shift lever to park (p) or neutral (n). Your engine will not start in any other position -- this is a safety feature. To restart when you are already moving, use neutral (n) only. Notice: do not try to shift to park (p) if your...

  • Page 120

    2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°f or − 18°c), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in start for up to a maximum of 15 seconds. Wait ...

  • Page 121: Engine Coolant Heater

    Engine coolant heater your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°f ( − 18°c) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hour...

  • Page 122: Caution:

    How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you will be parking your vehicle. The dealer can gi...

  • Page 123: Caution:

    Make sure the shift lever is fully in park (p) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You must fully apply your regular brakes first and then press the shift lever button before you can shift from park (p) when the ignition key is in on. If ...

  • Page 124

    Drive (d): this position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle. If you need more power for passing, and you are: • going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. • going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the...

  • Page 125

    2. To enter the dsc mode, press the shift lever forward to upshift or rearward to downshift. The dic will show the requested gear range when moving the shift lever forward or rearward. See driver information center (dic) on page 214 while using the dsc feature, the vehicle will have firmer shifting ...

  • Page 126: Tow/haul Mode

    Tow/haul mode your vehicle may be equipped with a tow/haul mode. The button is located on instrument panel under the climate controls. You should use this feature to assist when towing or hauling a heavy load. When tow/haul is activated the tow/haul symbol will illuminate on the instrument panel clu...

  • Page 127: Parking Brake

    Grade braking grade braking assists when driving on a downhill grade. It maintains the vehicle’s speed by automatically implementing a shift schedule that uses the engine and the transmission to slow the vehicle. This reduces wear on the brakes system and increases control of the vehicle. The system...

  • Page 128

    To release the parking brake, pull the release lever located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Notice: driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully released an...

  • Page 129: Shifting Into Park (P)

    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 your v...

  • Page 130: Caution:

    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 could o...

  • Page 131: Shifting Out Of Park (P)

    Shifting out of park (p) your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. To shift out of park (p): 1. Apply the regular brake pedal. 2. Then press the shift lever button. 3. Move the shift lever to the desired gear. If you are still unable to shift out of park (p): 1. Fully rel...

  • Page 132: Engine Exhaust

    Engine exhaust { caution: engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (co), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • the exhaust system sounds strange or different. • your vehicle gets rusty underneath. • your vehi...

  • Page 133: Caution:

    Running the engine while parked it is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. { caution: idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier caution under engine exhaust on p...

  • Page 134: Mirrors

    Mirrors automatic dimming rearview mirror with onstar ® the vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror with onstar ® controls. For more information about onstar ® , see onstar ® system on page 139. O (on/off): the on/off button, located on the lower left side of the mirror, is used...

  • Page 135

    Mirror operation the automatic dimming feature comes on each time the vehicle is started. To turn the automatic dimming feature on or off, press the on/off or auto button. The indicator light will illuminate when this feature is on. Compass operation press the on/off button once to turn the compass ...

  • Page 136

    To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the zone map that follows. 2. Press and hold the on/off button until a zone number appears on the display. 3. Once the zone number appears on the display, press the on/off button quickly until...

  • Page 137

    Outside power heated mirrors the power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door armrest and operate both outside rearview mirrors. • press (a) to select the driver’s side mirror. The led indicator will turn on to indicate that this mirror is selected. Then press the arrows located on the fou...

  • Page 138: Outside Automatic Dimming

    Resetting the power foldaway mirrors you will need to reset the power foldaway mirrors if the following occurs: • the mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding. • they are accidentally manually folded/unfolded. • the mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position. • the mirrors shake and flu...

  • Page 139: Outside Convex Mirror

    The driver can select either mirror, or both mirrors to be activated with this feature. Deselect both mirrors to turn off the automatic tilt feature. If further adjustment is needed after the mirror is tilted, the mirror controls can be used. See outside power heated mirrors on page 137 for more inf...

  • Page 140

    Onstar ® service is provided to you subject to the onstar ® terms and conditions. You may cancel your onstar ® service at any time by contacting onstar ® as provided below. A complete onstar ® owners guide and the onstar ® terms and conditions are included in the vehicle’s onstar ® subscriber glove ...

  • Page 141

    Available services included with directions & connections ® plan • all safe and sound plan services • driving directions - advisor delivered or onstar ® turn-by-turn navigation (if equipped) • rideassist • information and convenience services onstar ® hands-free calling onstar ® hands-free calling a...

  • Page 142

    How onstar ® service works in order to provide you with onstar ® services, your vehicle’s onstar ® system has the capability of recording and transmitting vehicle information. This information is automatically sent to an onstar ® call center at the time of an onstar ® button press, emergency button ...

  • Page 143: Universal Home Remote

    Universal home remote system universal home remote system (with three round led) the universal home remote system provides a way to replace up to three hand-held radio-frequency (rf) transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home lighting. This device c...

  • Page 144

    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. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The fcc grant of equipment aut...

  • Page 145

    Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you in programming the transmitter. Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for use in other vehicles, as well as...

  • Page 146

    Programming universal home remote — fixed code fixed code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced prior to 1996. Fixed code uses the same coded signal every time, which is manually programmed by setting dip switches for a unique personal code. To program up to three channels, 1. Remov...

  • Page 147

    4. The indicator light will blink slowly. In order from left to right, and within two and one-half minutes, enter each switch setting into the universal home remote system. Push one button for each switch as follows: • left button = “on” switch position. • right button = “off” switch position. • mid...

  • Page 148

    Programming universal home remote — rolling code rolling code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced after 1996 and are code protected. Rolling code means the coded signal is changed every time your remote control garage door opener is used. Programming a rolling code garage door ope...

  • Page 149

    3. Press and hold the button you would like to use to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, should slowly blink. You may need to hold the button from five to 20 seconds. 4. Immediately release the button when the garage door moves. The i...

  • Page 150

    Universal home remote system operation (with one triangular led) your vehicle may have the universal home remote system. If there is one triangular light emitting diode (led) above the universal home remote buttons, follow the instructions below. If your vehicle has three round led above the univers...

  • Page 151

    Programming universal home remote follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. Press and hold down the two outside universal home remote buttons, releasing only when the universal home remote indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold down the buttons for longer than 30...

  • Page 152

    6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “learn” or “smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit. 7. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. The name and color of the button m...

  • Page 153: Storage Areas

    Using universal home remote press and hold the appropriate universal home remote button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing universal home remote buttons to erase programming from the three universal home remote buttons do th...

  • Page 154: Cupholder(S)

    Cupholder(s) your vehicle has cupholders located between the front seats. Slide the cover back to expose them. There are also cupholders in the armrest of the second row seat. Press the panel on the front of the armrest to expose the cupholders. On the outboard sides of the third row there may also ...

  • Page 155: Cargo Cover

    If your vehicle has a luggage carrier, you can load things on top of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has side rails attached to the roof. You can get sliding crossrails through your dealer to use for tying things down. These let you load some things on top of your vehicle, as long as they are not ...

  • Page 156: Sunroof

    Sunroof sunroof (ultra view ® ) { caution: people who are in a crash and not wearing a safety belt properly can suffer much worse injuries. They can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it, and be seriously injured or killed. This is true for any vehicle occupant, in any motor vehicle. I...

  • Page 157

    Press the back of the sunroof switch to open the sunroof. When the switch is pressed to the first stop the sunroof will open to a desired position. Press the switch to the second stop to express open the sunroof to a preset comfort position. Press the second stop again to fully express open the sunr...

  • Page 158: Sunroof (Ultra View

    Sunroof (ultra view ® plus) { caution: people who are in a crash and not wearing a safety belt properly can suffer much worse injuries. They can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it, and be seriously injured or killed. This is true for any vehicle occupant, in any motor vehicle. In a ...

  • Page 159

    One switch operates the front sunroof and another switch operates the front sunshade. The third switch is for the rear sunshade. Press the back of the sunroof switch to open the sunroof. Press the switch to the first stop to open the sunroof to a desired position. Press the switch to the second stop...

  • Page 160

    Resynchronization to resynchronize the front sunroof and front and rear sunshades, do the following. 1. With the engine running, press and hold the rear sunshade switch in the closed position for about 15 seconds – the shade will move to the stop position. 2. Briefly release the button, and press th...

  • Page 161: Section 3

    Instrument panel overview ........................ 164 hazard warning flashers .......................... 166 other warning devices ............................. 166 horn .......................................................... 166 tilt wheel .................................................. 166 ...

  • Page 162: Section 3

    Passenger airbag status indicator ............. 202 charging system light .............................. 204 brake system warning light ..................... 204 anti-lock brake system warning light ...... 205 traction control system (tcs) warning light .................................................

  • Page 163: ✍ Notes

    ✍ notes 163.

  • Page 164: Instrument Panel Overview

    Instrument panel overview 164.

  • Page 165

    The main components of the instrument panel are the following: a. Air outlets. See outlet adjustment on page 194. B. Turn signal/multifunction lever. See turn signal/multifunction lever on page 167. C. Instrument panel cluster. See instrument panel cluster on page 198. D. Windshield wiper lever. See...

  • Page 166: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Hazard warning flashers the hazard warning flashers let you warn the police and others that you have a problem. The front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located on the instrument panel below the climate control system. The hazard warning flashe...

  • Page 167

    The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place. Turn signal/multifunction l...

  • Page 168

    Turn and lane-change signals to signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash t...

  • Page 169: Flash-to-Pass

    Headlamp high/low-beam changer push forward on the turn signal/multifunction lever to change the headlamps from low to high beam. Pull the lever back and then release it to change from high to low beam. If you turn the vehicle off with the high beams on, the high beams will be on the next time you s...

  • Page 170: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield wipers the lever on the right side of the steering column operates the windshield wipers. 7 (mist): pull the lever down and release it for a single wiping cycle. The lever will return to its original position. For more cycles, hold the lever down before releasing it. 9 (off): put the leve...

  • Page 171: Windshield Washer

    Windshield washer { caution: in freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. The windshield washer button is located at the end of the windshield wiper lever. K (washer fluid): press this but...

  • Page 172: Rear Window Wiper/washer

    Rear window wiper/washer { caution: in freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. The switch for the rear washer/wiper is located in the overhead console. Z (rear wiper): press this side of...

  • Page 173: Headlamp Washer

    Headlamp washer your vehicle may have headlamp washers. The headlamp washers clear debris from the headlamp lenses. The headlamp washers are located to the inside of the headlamps. To wash the headlamps, press the washer button located at the end of the windshield wiper lever. Both the headlamps and...

  • Page 174: Cruise Control

    Cruise control these controls are located on the end of the multifunction lever. 9 (off): move to this position to turn the system off. R (on): move to this position to turn on the system. + (resume/accelerate): move to this position to make the vehicle resume a previously set speed or to accelerate...

  • Page 175: Caution:

    If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system (tcs) begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. See traction control system (tcs) on page 281 and stabilitrak ® system on page 283. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may ...

  • Page 176

    Resuming a set speed suppose you set the cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, disengages the cruise control. But it does not need to be reset. Once you are going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch briefly from on to resu...

  • Page 177

    Reducing speed while using cruise control there are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: • press in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed desired, then release it. • to slow down in very small amounts, briefly press the set button. Each time you do t...

  • Page 178: Headlamps

    Headlamps the exterior lamp control is located in the middle of the turn signal/multifunction lever. O (exterior lamp control): turn the control with this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp control has four positions: o (on/off): turn the control to this position to turn o...

  • Page 179: Headlamps On Reminder

    Headlamps on reminder a warning chime will sound if the exterior lamp control is left on in either the headlamp or parking lamp position and the driver’s door is opened with the ignition off. See lights on reminder on page 212 for additional information. Daytime running lamps (drl) daytime running l...

  • Page 180

    When the exterior lamp control is in auto and it is dark enough outside, the drl will turn off and the low-beam headlamps will turn on. When it is bright enough outside, the low-beam headlamps will go off, and the drl will turn back on. If you start the vehicle in a dark garage, the automatic headla...

  • Page 181: Fog Lamps

    Fog lamps use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. The fog lamp controls are located on the turn signal/multifunction lever. - (fog lamps): the band with this symbol is used to turn the fog lamps on and off. The parking lamps must be on for the fog lamps to work. To turn the...

  • Page 182: Entry Lighting

    Entry lighting the entry lighting system turns on the reading and dome lamps and the backlighting to the exterior lamp control when a door is opened or if the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter unlock button is pressed. If activated by the (rke), the lighting will remain active for about 25 seco...

  • Page 183: Electric Power Management

    Electric power management the vehicle has electric power management (epm) that estimates the battery’s temperature and state of charge. It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery. When the battery’s state of charge is low, the voltage is raised slightly to quic...

  • Page 184: Ultrasonic Rear Parking

    Ultrasonic rear parking assist (urpa) your vehicle may have the ultrasonic rear parking assist (urpa) system. It is designed to help you park while the vehicle is in reverse (r). It operates only at very low speeds, less than 3 mph (5 km/h). Urpa can help make parking easier and help you avoid colli...

  • Page 185

    The urpa display is located inside the vehicle, above the liftgate glass. It has three color-coded lights that can be seen through the rearview mirror or by turning around. How the system works urpa comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into reverse (r) and the vehicle speed is less t...

  • Page 186: Accessory Power Outlet(S)

    When the system does not seem to work properly the light may flash red when the vehicle is in reverse (r), if the ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean. So be sure to keep your rear bumper free of mud, dirt, snow, ice and slush. Other conditions that may affect system performance include things like...

  • Page 187

    Certain accessory power plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power outlets. Notice: adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may da...

  • Page 188: Analog Clock

    Cigarette lighter notice: holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the heating element when it is hot. Damage from overheating can occur to the lighter or heating element, or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heati...

  • Page 189: Climate Controls

    Climate controls dual climate control system with this system you can control the heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle. Automatic operation the climate control system automatically adjusts the air temperature, air delivery mode, fan speed, and air conditioning for best comfo...

  • Page 190

    «ª (driver’s temperature controls): press the up or down buttons closest to the driver to manually increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle. «ª (passenger’s temperature controls): press the up or down buttons closest to the passenger to manually increase or decrease the temperature fo...

  • Page 191

    0 (defrost): turn the control to this position so that most of the air is directed to the windshield with some air going to the side window outlets. More information on defrosting can be found later in this section. O (on/off): press this button to turn the climate control system on or off. While of...

  • Page 192

    ? (recirculation): this mode recirculates air inside the vehicle and keeps outside air from coming into the vehicle. It can be used to help cool the vehicle more quickly or to prevent odors from entering the vehicle. Recirculation is not available in the defrost mode. It is also cancelled when floor...

  • Page 193

    There is also an interior temperature sensor located below the climate control system next to the steering wheel. There is also an ambient sensor located behind the grille in front of the vehicle. These sensors help the climate control system automatically control the temperature setting. The system...

  • Page 194: Outlet Adjustment

    Rear window defogger the rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. (rear defogger): press the center of the right control to turn the rear window defogger on or off. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible. The rear window defogger t...

  • Page 195

    Rear air conditioning system if your vehicle has the rear air conditioning system it has two fan speed selectors. One fan speed selector is located in the front overhead console and the other is located in the headliner above the second row seats. The rear air conditioning system is designed to prov...

  • Page 196

    Use the procedure listed below to replace the passenger compartment air filter: 1. Open the hood to access the engine compartment. See hood release on page 355 for more information. Locate the passenger compartment air filter access panel door. 2. Push the two tabs on the access panel door towards t...

  • Page 197: Indicators

    Warning lights, gages, and indicators this part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying...

  • Page 198: Instrument Panel Cluster

    Instrument panel cluster the instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, how much fuel you are using and many of the other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically. United states version show...

  • Page 199: Speedometer And Odometer

    Speedometer and odometer the speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). See “speedometer” under dic controls and displays on page 215 for more information. The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running. Your vehicle’s odometer w...

  • Page 200: Light

    Safety belt reminder light when the key is turned to on or start, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will flash fo...

  • Page 201: Airbag Readiness Light

    Airbag readiness light there is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensors, the airbag...

  • Page 202: Caution:

    Passenger airbag status indicator your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. Your instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator. When the ignition key is turned to on or start, the passenger airbag status indicator will light on and off, or the symbol for on and off, for several secon...

  • Page 203: Caution:

    Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says, “never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” this is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { caution: even though the passenger sensing syst...

  • Page 204: Charging System Light

    Charging system light this light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned to on to show that it is working. It should turn off once the engine is running. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the charging system. It could indicate that there is a pro...

  • Page 205: Caution:

    When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. If the light comes on while yo...

  • Page 206: Warning Light

    If the regular brake system warning light is not on, you still have brakes, but you do not have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, you do not have anti-lock brakes and there is a problem with your regular brakes. See brake system warning light on page 204 for mor...

  • Page 207: Tire Pressure Light

    You should stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible to avoid damage to the engine. A warning chime will sound when this light is on, also. See engine overheating on page 372. Engine coolant temperature gage this gage shows the engine coolant temperature. It can be used to see whe...

  • Page 208: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    This light will flash for approximately 60 seconds and then turn on solid if a problem is detected with the tire pressure monitor system. See tire pressure monitor system on page 410 for more information. Malfunction indicator lamp check engine light your vehicle has a computer which monitors operat...

  • Page 209

    This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light does not come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: • light flashing — a misfire condition has been detected. A m...

  • Page 210

    Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off. Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with...

  • Page 211: Oil Pressure Light

    Oil pressure light { caution: do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. Notice: lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the ...

  • Page 212: Security Light

    Security light for information regarding this light, see theft-deterrent system on page 112. Fog lamp light the fog lamps light will come on when the fog lamps are in use. The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off. See fog lamps on page 181 for more information. Lights on reminder this...

  • Page 213: Highbeam On Light

    Highbeam on light this light comes on whenever the high-beam headlamps are on. See headlamp high/low-beam changer on page 169 for more information. Tow/haul mode light this light comes on when the tow/haul mode has been activated. For more information, see tow/haul mode on page 126. Fuel gage the fu...

  • Page 214

    All of the following situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage: • at the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • the gage may change when you turn, stop quickly or accelerate quickly. • it takes a little more or less fuel to fill the...

  • Page 215: Dic Controls And Displays

    When the sport mode is active, an s will appear next to the shift position indicator on the center of the dic display. When the manual mode is active, an m will appear on the dic display. When the normal mode is active, only the shift position indicator will appear. While the driver shift control (d...

  • Page 216

    U customization: press this button to scroll through each of the customization features. See dic vehicle customization on page 231 for more information on the customization features. V set/reset: press this button to reset certain dic features and to acknowledge dic warning messages and clear them f...

  • Page 217

    Average economy (afe) this display shows the approximate average miles per gallon (mpg) or liters per 100 kilometers (l/100 km). This number is calculated based on the number of mpg (l/100 km) recorded since the last time this display was reset. To reset this display, press the set/reset button. The...

  • Page 218

    Battery voltage this display shows the current battery voltage. Your vehicle’s charging system regulates voltage based on the state of the battery. The battery voltage may fluctuate when viewing this information on the dic. This is normal. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, the ...

  • Page 219

    Units this display allows you to select between english or metric units of measurement. Once in this display, press the set/reset button to select between english or metric units. Parking assist if your vehicle has the ultrasonic rear parking assist (urpa) system, this display allows the system to b...

  • Page 220: Dic Warnings And Messages

    Relearn remote key this display allows you to match the remote keyless entry transmitter to your vehicle. To match a remote keyless entry transmitter to your vehicle, do the following: 1. Press the vehicle information button until press v to relearn remote key displays. 2. Press the set/reset button...

  • Page 221

    Automatic light control off this message displays when the automatic headlamps are turned off. Automatic light control on this message displays when the automatic headlamps are turned on. Battery saver active this message displays when the system detects that the battery voltage is dropping below ex...

  • Page 222

    See tires on page 398, loading your vehicle on page 322, and inflation - tire pressure on page 407. The dic display also shows the tire pressure values for the front and rear tires by pressing the vehicle information button. See dic controls and displays on page 215. If the tire pressure is low, the...

  • Page 223

    This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down. See engine coolant temperature warning light on page 206. See overheated engine protection operating mode on page 374 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergen...

  • Page 224

    Oil pressure low stop engine notice: if you drive your vehicle while the engine oil pressure is low, severe engine damage may occur. If a low oil pressure warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or dic, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Do not drive the vehicle until the cause of the...

  • Page 225

    Remote key learning active this message displays while you are matching a remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter to your vehicle. See “matching transmitter(s) to your vehicle” under remote keyless entry (rke) system operation on page 96 and dic controls and displays on page 215 for more information....

  • Page 226

    Service brake assist this message displays if there is a problem with the brake system. The brake system warning light and the anti-lock brake system warning light may also display on the instrument panel cluster. See brake system warning light on page 204 and anti-lock brake system warning light on...

  • Page 227

    Service stabilitrak this message displays if there has been a problem detected with the stabilitrak ® system. If this message comes on while you are driving, pull off the road as soon as possible and stop carefully. Try resetting the system by turning the ignition off then back on. If this message s...

  • Page 228

    Service traction control this message displays when there is a problem with the traction control system (tcs). When this message displays, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. See your dealer for service. See traction control system (tcs) on page 281 for more inform...

  • Page 229

    There are several conditions that can cause this message to appear. • one condition is overheating, which could occur if stabilitrak ® activates continuously for an extended period of time. • the message also displays if the brake system warning light is on. See brake system warning light on page 20...

  • Page 230

    Tighten gas cap this message displays when the fuel cap has not been fully tightened. Recheck the fuel cap to ensure that it is on and tightened properly. Tire learning active if your vehicle has a tire pressure monitor (tpm) system, this message displays when the system is re-learning the tire posi...

  • Page 231: Dic Vehicle Customization

    Washer fluid low add fluid this symbol appears with this message. This message displays when your vehicle is low on windshield washer fluid. Refill the windshield washer fluid reservoir as soon as possible. See windshield washer fluid on page 380 for more information. Dic vehicle customization your ...

  • Page 232

    Feature settings menu items the following are customization features that allow you to program settings to the vehicle: display in english this feature will only display if a language other than english has been set. This feature allows you to change the language in which the dic messages appear bac...

  • Page 233

    Press the customization button until auto door lock appears on the dic display. Press the set/reset button to access the settings for this feature. Then press the menu up/down button to scroll through the following settings: shift out of park (default): the vehicle’s doors automatically lock when th...

  • Page 234

    Remote door lock this feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. You will not receive feedback when locking the vehicle with the rke transmitter if the doors are open. See remote keyless entry (rke) sys...

  • Page 235

    Press the customization button until remote door unlock appears on the dic display. Press the set/reset button to access the settings for this feature. Then press the menu up/down button to scroll through the following settings: lights off: the exterior lamps will not flash when you press the unlock...

  • Page 236

    No change: no change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while it is displayed on the dic to select it. Exit lighting if it is dark enough outside, this feature allows you to select the amount of time you ...

  • Page 237

    On (default): if it is dark enough outside, the exterior lights will turn on briefly when you unlock the vehicle with the rke transmitter. The lights will remain on for 20 seconds or until the lock button on the rke transmitter is pressed, or the vehicle is no longer off. See remote keyless entry (r...

  • Page 238

    Driver mirror: the driver’s outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into reverse (r). Passenger mirror: the passenger’s outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into reverse (r). Both mirrors: the driver’s and passenger’s outside mirrors will be tilted do...

  • Page 239

    Memory seat recall if the vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select your preference for the remote memory seat recall feature. See memory seat and mirrors on page 12 for more information. Press the customization button until memory seat recall appears in the display. Press the set/reset butt...

  • Page 240: Audio System(S)

    Exiting the feature settings menu the feature settings menu will be exited when any of the following occurs: • the vehicle is shifted out of park (p). • the ignition is no longer in on. • the trip/fuel or vehicle information dic buttons are pressed. • the end of the feature settings menu is reached....

  • Page 241: Caution:

    { caution: this system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings. Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or others can be injured or killed. Always keep your eyes on the road and your mind on the drive — avoid engagin...

  • Page 242: Cd Player)

    Setting the time (radio with single cd player) enabling/disabling the digital radio clock your vehicle has an analog clock as well as the digital radio clock. At the time of new vehicle delivery, the digital radio clock display should be disabled. If you decide to use the digital radio clock as well...

  • Page 243

    Setting the time and date on the digital radio clock if your vehicle has a radio with a single cd player, it has a clock button for setting the time and date. To set the time and date, do the following: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press the clock button and hr, min, mm, dd, yyyy (hour, minute, month, d...

  • Page 244: Six-Disc Cd Player)

    Setting the time (radio with six-disc cd player) enabling/disabling the digital radio clock your vehicle has an analog clock as well as the digital radio clock. At the time of new vehicle delivery, the digital radio clock display should be disabled. If you decide to use the digital radio clock as we...

  • Page 245

    Setting the time and date on the digital radio clock if your vehicle has a radio with a six-disc cd player, it has a menu button for setting the time and date. To set the time and date, do the following: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press the menu button until the clock option is displayed. 3. Press the...

  • Page 246: Radio With Cd

    Radio with cd radio data system (rds) the audio system has a radio data system (rds). The rds feature is available for use only on fm stations that broadcast rds information. This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available. ...

  • Page 247

    Playing the radio o (power/volume): press this knob to turn the system on and off. Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume. Speed compensated volume (scv): the radio also has speed compensated volume (scv). While scv is on, the radio volume automatically adjus...

  • Page 248

    4 (information) (xm™ satellite radio service, mp3, and rds features): press the information button to display additional text information related to the current fm-rds or xm™ station, or mp3 song. A choice of additional information such as: channel, song, artist, cat (category) can appear. Continue ...

  • Page 249

    The number of favorites pages can be setup using the menu button. To setup the number of favorites pages, perform the following steps: 1. Press the menu button to display the radio setup menu. 2. Press the pushbutton located below the fav 1-6 label. 3. Select the desired number of favorites pages by...

  • Page 250

    Finding a category (cat) station cat (category): the cat button is used to find xm™ stations when the radio is in the xm™ mode. To find xm™ channels within a desired category, perform the following: 1. Press the band button until the xm™ frequency displays. Press the cat button to display the catego...

  • Page 251

    Radio message locked: this message displays when the theftlock ® system has locked up the radio. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer. Radio messages for xm™ only see xm radio messages on page 264 later in...

  • Page 252

    Z (eject): press the cd eject button to eject the cd. If the cd is not removed, after several seconds, the cd automatically pulls back into the player. A (tune): turn this knob to select tracks on the cd currently playing. © seek ¨ : press the left seek arrow to go to the start of the current track,...

  • Page 253

    Cd/aux (cd/auxiliary): press this button to play a cd when listening to the radio. The cd icon and track number displays when a cd is in the player. Press this button again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device, such as a portable audio player. If a portable audio playe...

  • Page 254

    Do not add any label to a cd, it could get caught in the cd player. If a cd is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed, try labeling the top of the recorded cd with a marking pen. Notice: if a label is added to a cd, or more than one cd is inserted into the slot at a time, ...

  • Page 255

    Rdm (random): with the random setting, the tracks can be listened to in random, rather than sequential order, on one cd or all cds in a six-disc cd player. To use random, do one of the following: • to play the tracks from the cd you are listening to in random order, press the pushbutton positioned u...

  • Page 256

    • there could have been a problem while burning the cd. • the label could be caught in the cd player. If the cd is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good cd. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer. If the radio displays an error ...

  • Page 257: Using An Mp3

    Using an mp3 mp3/wma cd-r or cd-rw disc the radio plays mp3 and wma files that were recorded on a cd-r or cd-rw disc. The files can be recorded with the following fixed bit rates: 32 kbps, 40 kbps, 56 kbps, 64 kbps, 80 kbps, 96 kbps, 112 kbps, 128 kbps, 160 kbps, 192 kbps, 224 kbps, 256 kbps, and 32...

  • Page 258

    • minimize the length of the file, folder or playlist names. Long file, folder, or playlist names, or a combination of a large number of files and folders, or playlists can cause the player to be unable to play up to the maximum number of files, folders, playlists, or sessions. If you wish to play a...

  • Page 259

    No folder when the cd-r contains only compressed files, the files are located under the root folder. The next and previous folder functions do not display on a cd-r that was recorded without folders or playlists. When displaying the name of the folder the radio displays root. When the cd-r contains ...

  • Page 260

    Preprogrammed playlists preprogrammed playlists that were created using winamp™, musicmatch™, or windows media player™ software can be accessed, however, they cannot be edited using the radio. These playlists are treated as special folders containing compressed audio song files. Playlists must have ...

  • Page 261

    Notice: if a label is added to a cd, or more than one cd is inserted into the slot at a time, or an attempt is made to play scratched or damaged cds, the cd player could be damaged. While using the cd player, use only cds in good condition without any label, load one cd at a time, and keep the cd pl...

  • Page 262

    \ fwd (fast forward): press and hold this button to advance playback quickly within an mp3 file. Sound is heard at a reduced volume. Release this button to resume playing the file. The elapsed time of the file displays. Rdm (random): with the random setting, mp3 files on the cd-r can be played in ra...

  • Page 263

    To change from playback by artist to playback by album, press the pushbutton located below the sort by label. From the sort screen, push one of the buttons below the album button. Press the pushbutton below the back label to return to the main music navigator screen. Now the album name displays on t...

  • Page 264: Xm Radio Messages

    Xm radio messages radio display message condition action required xl (explicit language channels) xl on the radio display, after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-xmxm (9696). Xm upd...

  • Page 265

    Radio display message condition action required no cat info category name not available no category information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. No information no text/informational message available no text or informational messages are available at this ti...

  • Page 266: Navigation/radio System

    Navigation/radio system your vehicle could have a navigation radio system. The navigation system has built-in features intended to minimize driver distraction. Technology alone, no matter how advanced, can never replace your own judgment. See the navigation system manual for some tips to help you re...

  • Page 267

    P (power): press this button to turn the rsa on or off. Volume: turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume of the wired headphones. The left knob controls the left headphones and the right knob controls the right headphones. Srce (source): press this button to switch between the radio (am/...

  • Page 268: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    When a dvd video menu is being displayed, press the seek up arrow or seek down arrow to perform a cursor up or down on the menu. Hold the seek up arrow or seek down arrow to perform a cursor right or left on the menu. Prog (program): press this button to go to the next preset radio station or channe...

  • Page 269

    Audio steering wheel controls some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following: 0 (mute): press this button to mute the system. Press this button again, or any other radio button, to turn the sound on. Srce (source): press this button to switch between am, fm, xm...

  • Page 270: Radio Reception

    + u − (volume): press this button to increase or to decrease the volume. + t u − (seek): press either arrow to go to the next or the previous radio station and stay there. The radio seeks stations only with a strong signal that are in the selected band. While a cd is playing in a single cd player, p...

  • Page 271: Care Of Your Cds

    Xm™ satellite radio service xm™ satellite radio service gives digital radio reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous united states, and in canada. Just as with fm, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. In addition, traveli...

  • Page 272: Diversity Antenna System

    Diversity antenna system the am-fm antenna is integrated within the rear quarter windows. Make sure the inside surface of the rear quarter windows are not scratched and the grid lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surface is damaged, it could interfere with radio reception. Notice: do ...

  • Page 273: Section 4

    Your driving, the road, and your vehicle ... 274 defensive driving ...................................... 274 drunken driving ........................................ 275 control of a vehicle .................................. 278 braking ...................................................... 278 an...

  • Page 274: Your Vehicle

    Your driving, the road, and your vehicle defensive driving the best advice anyone can give about driving is: drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: buckle up. See safety belts: they are for everyone on page 22. { caution: defensive driving really means “...

  • Page 275: Drunken Driving

    Drunken driving death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It is the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: • judgment • muscular coordination • vi...

  • Page 276

    According to the american medical association, a 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a bac of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same bac by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had ...

  • Page 277: Caution:

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

  • Page 278: Control Of A Vehicle

    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 are driving on snow or ice, it is easy to...

  • Page 279

    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. The brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. The brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you ...

  • Page 280

    Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is what happens with abs: a computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separatel...

  • Page 281: Braking In Emergencies

    Remember: abs does not 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 will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to ...

  • Page 282

    See traction control system (tcs) warning light on page 206. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The tcs automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should a...

  • Page 283: Magnetic Ride Control

    Magnetic ride control your vehicle may have magnetic ride control that automatically adjusts the ride of your vehicle. Automatic ride control is achieved through a computer used to control and monitor the suspension system. The controller receives input from various sensors to determine the proper s...

  • Page 284: Panic Brake Assist

    If there is a problem detected with stabilitrak ® , a service stabilitrak message will be displayed on the driver information center. See dic warnings and messages on page 220. When this message is displayed, the system is not operational. Driving should be adjusted accordingly. Stabilitrak ® comes ...

  • Page 285: Steering

    Steering power steering if you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering tips it is important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news...

  • Page 286

    Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. Adding non-gm accessories can affect your vehicle’s performance. See accessories and modifications ...

  • Page 287: Off-Road Recovery

    Off-road recovery you may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are 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, stee...

  • Page 288

    So here are some tips for passing: • drive ahead. Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. • watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lin...

  • Page 289: Loss Of Control

    • check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your vehicle’s inside mirror, activate the right lane change signal and move back int...

  • Page 290

    Remember: any traction control system helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If your traction control system is off, then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly st...

  • Page 291: Off-Road Driving

    Off-road driving this off-road guide is for vehicles that have all-wheel drive. If your vehicle does not have all-wheel drive, you should not drive off-road unless you are on a level, solid surface. Many of the same design features that help make your vehicle responsive on paved roads during poor we...

  • Page 292: Caution:

    Loading your vehicle for off-road driving { caution: • cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop. You or your passengers could be injured. Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks. • unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when ...

  • Page 293

    Environmental concerns off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns. We recognize these concerns and urge every off-roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment: • always use established trails, roads, and areas...

  • Page 294: Caution:

    Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed. Here are some things to keep in mind. At higher speeds: • you approach things faster and you have less time to scan the terrain for obstacles. • you have less ti...

  • Page 295

    Surface obstacles: unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous. A rock, log, hole, rut, or bump can startle you if you are not prepared for them. Often these obstacles are hidden by grass, bushes, snow, or even the rise and fall of the terrain itself. Here are some things to consider: • is the path ...

  • Page 296: Caution:

    Driving on off-road hills off-road driving often takes you up, down, or across a hill. Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and understanding of what your vehicle can and cannot do. There are some hills that simply cannot be driven, no matter how well built the vehicle. { caution: many hil...

  • Page 297: Caution:

    • what is beyond the hill? Is there a cliff, an embankment, a drop-off, a fence? Get out and walk the hill if you do not know. It is the smart way to find out. • is the hill simply too rough? Steep hills often have ruts, gullies, troughs, and exposed rocks because they are more susceptible to the ef...

  • Page 298: Caution:

    • sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you are there. • use your headlamps, even during the day. They make you more visible to oncoming traffic. { caution: driving to the top (crest) of a hill at full speed can cause an accident. There could be a drop-off, ...

  • Page 299

    • as you are backing down the hill, put your left hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o’clock position. This way you will be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down. It is best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right dire...

  • Page 300: Caution:

    Driving downhill when off-roading takes you downhill, you will want to consider a number of things: • how steep is the downhill? Will i be able to maintain vehicle control? • what is the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery? Hard-packed dirt? Gravel? • are there hidden surface obstacles? Ruts? Logs...

  • Page 301

    Q: am i likely to stall when going downhill? A: it is much more likely to happen going uphill. But if it happens going downhill, here is what to do. 1. Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes. Apply the parking brake. 2. Shift to park (p) and, while still braking, restart the engine. 3. Shi...

  • Page 302: Caution:

    • hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse. If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels, or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression, your vehicle can tilt even more. For reasons like these, you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an inc...

  • Page 303: Caution:

    Stalling on an incline if your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline, be sure you, and any passengers, get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over, you will be right in its path. If you have t...

  • Page 304: Caution:

    Driving in mud, sand, snow, or ice when you drive in mud, snow, or sand, the wheels will not get good traction. You cannot accelerate as quickly, turning is more difficult, and you will need longer braking distances. It is best to use a low gear when you are in mud —the deeper the mud, the lower the...

  • Page 305: Caution:

    Driving in water heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it. If it is deep enough to cover your wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust pipe, do not try it — you probably will not get through. Also, water that deep ca...

  • Page 306: Driving At Night

    After off-road driving remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis, or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the bo...

  • Page 307

    No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision. For example, if you spend th...

  • Page 308

    Driving in rain and on wet roads rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction is not as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires do not have much tread left, you will get even less traction. It is always w...

  • Page 309: Caution:

    { caution: wet brakes can cause accidents. They may not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply the brake pedal lightly until the brakes work normally. Driving too fast t...

  • Page 310: Caution:

    Driving through flowing water { caution: flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try to drive through flowing water, as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away. As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle. If this happens, you ...

  • Page 311: City Driving

    City driving one of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • know the best way to get to where you are going....

  • Page 312: Freeway Driving

    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 spee...

  • Page 313

    Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal. Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicle in your blind spot. Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to ...

  • Page 314: Highway Hypnosis

    • tires: they are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? • weather forecasts: what is the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major st...

  • Page 315: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Hill and mountain roads driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See off-road driving on page 291 for...

  • Page 316: Caution:

    { caution: coasting downhill in neutral (n) or with the ignition off is dangerous. The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash. Always have the engine ru...

  • Page 317: Winter Driving

    Winter driving here are some tips for winter driving: • have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • you may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Also see tires on page 398. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter out...

  • Page 318

    What is the worst time for this? Wet ice. Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it is about freezing, 32°f (0°c), and freezing rain begins to fall. Try to avoid driving on...

  • Page 319

    The anti-lock brake system (abs) improves your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have abs, you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See anti-lock brake system (abs) on page 279. • allow greater following distance on any sl...

  • Page 320: Caution:

    You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful. { caution: snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly co (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. Co could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away sno...

  • Page 321: Mud, Ice, Or Snow

    You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for a while. Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel real...

  • Page 322: Loading Your Vehicle

    Rocking your vehicle to get it out first, turn the steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around the front wheels. Turn the stabilitrak ® system off. See stabilitrak ® system on page 283. Then shift back and forth between reverse (r) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little...

  • Page 323

    Tire and loading information label a vehicle specific tire and loading information label is attached to the center pillar (b-pillar). With the driver’s door open, you will find the label attached below the door lock post (striker). The tire and loading information label shows the number of occupant ...

  • Page 324

    Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed xxx kg or xxx lbs” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined w...

  • Page 325

    Item description total a vehicle capacity weight for example 1 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) b subtract occupant weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 2 = 300 lbs (136 kg) c available occupant and cargo weight = 700 lbs (317 kg) item description total a vehicle capacity weight for example 2 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) b subtrac...

  • Page 326

    Item description total a vehicle capacity weight for example 3 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) b subtract occupant weight 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) c available cargo weight = 0 lbs (0 kg) refer to your vehicle’s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle’s cap...

  • Page 327: Caution:

    The certification/tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called gross axle weight rating (gawr). To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to sp...

  • Page 328: Caution:

    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 will keep going. { caution: things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sud...

  • Page 329

    With the proper preparation and equipment, many vehicles can be towed in these ways. See “dinghy towing” and “dolly towing,” following. Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: • what’s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure you read the tow v...

  • Page 330: Level Control

    If you have a rear-wheel drive (rwd) vehicle, it can be towed using a dolly. If you have an all-wheel-drive (awd) vehicle, it can only be towed on a flat-bed trailer. To tow your rwd vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Put the rear wheels on the dolly. 2. Put the vehicle in park (p). 3. Se...

  • Page 331: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer { caution: if you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. You may also damage your ...

  • Page 332

    If you do decide to pull a trailer if you do, here are some important points: • there are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this informat...

  • Page 333

    Tow/haul mode tow/haul is designed to assist while your vehicle is pulling a large or heavy load or trailer. Tow/haul is most useful while pulling such a load in rolling terrain, in stop-and-go traffic, or when you need improved low-speed control, such as when parking. The purpose of the tow/haul mo...

  • Page 334

    Operating the vehicle in tow/haul when lightly loaded or with no trailer at all will not cause damage. However, there is no benefit to the selection of tow/haul when the vehicle is unloaded. Such a selection when unloaded may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics and r...

  • Page 335

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

  • Page 336

    Consider the following example: a vehicle model base weight is 5,500 lbs (2 495 kg); 2,800 lbs (1 270 kg) at the front axle and 2,700 lbs (1 225 kg) at the rear axle. It has a gvwr of 7,200 lbs (3 266 kg), a rgawr of 4,000 lbs (1 814 kg) and a gcwr (gross combination weight rating) of 14,000 lbs (6 ...

  • Page 337

    Because your rear axle now weighs 3,100 lbs (1 406 kg), you can only put 900 lbs (408 kg) on the rear axle without exceeding rgawr. The effect of tongue weight is about 1.5 times the actual weight. Dividing the 900 lbs (408 kg) by 1.5 leaves you with being able to handle only 600 lbs (272 kg) of ton...

  • Page 338

    Safety chains you should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer...

  • Page 339

    Following distance stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing you’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And, becau...

  • Page 340: Caution:

    Driving on grades reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph (70 ...

  • Page 341

    When you are ready to leave after parking on a hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: • start your engine, • shift into a gear, and • release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have some...

  • Page 342: ✍ Notes

    ✍ notes 342.

  • Page 343: Section 5

    Service ........................................................ 346 accessories and modifications ................... 347 california proposition 65 warning .............. 347 doing your own service work .................. 348 adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle ............................

  • Page 344: Section 5

    Tires ............................................................ 398 winter tires .............................................. 400 tire sidewall labeling ............................... 401 tire terminology and definitions ............... 404 inflation - tire pressure ..............................

  • Page 345: Section 5

    Vehicle identification .................................. 453 vehicle identification number (vin) ........... 453 service parts identification label ............... 453 electrical system ........................................ 454 add-on electrical equipment ..................... 454 windshield wip...

  • Page 346: Service

    Service your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine gm parts and gm-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your gm vehicle all gm. Genuine gm parts have one of ...

  • Page 347

    Accessories and modifications when you add non-gm accessories to your vehicle they can affect your vehicle’s performance and safety, including such things as, airbags, braking, stability, ride and handling, emissions systems, aerodynamics, durability, and electronic systems like anti-lock brakes, tr...

  • Page 348: Caution:

    Doing your own service work { 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. • be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts, and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintena...

  • Page 349: Fuel

    Fuel use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. To help keep your engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance, gm recommends the use of gasoline advertised as top tier detergent gasoline. The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number (...

  • Page 350: Gasoline Specifications

    Gasoline specifications at a minimum, gasoline should meet astm specification d 4814 in the united states or can/cgsb-3.5 in canada. Some gasolines may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (mmt). General motors recommends against the use of gasolin...

  • Page 351

    Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area. General motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier. However, e85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ...

  • Page 352: Filling The Tank

    Filling the tank { caution: fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle. ...

  • Page 353: Caution:

    { caution: if you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop. T...

  • Page 354: Caution:

    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: • dis...

  • Page 355: Hood Release

    Hood release to open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release lever with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever. The lever is located under the fr...

  • Page 356

    Engine compartment overview when you open the hood on the 3.6l v6 engine, you will see the following: 356.

  • Page 357

    A. Underhood fuse block. See underhood fuse block on page 455. B. Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See “adding washer fluid” under windshield washer fluid on page 380. C. Battery. See battery on page 385. D. Passenger compartment air filter. See passenger compartment air filter on page 195. E. Pow...

  • Page 358

    When you open the hood on the 4.6l v8 engine, you will see the following: 358.

  • Page 359

    A. Underhood fuse block. See underhood fuse block on page 455. B. Battery. See battery on page 385. C. Passenger compartment air filter. See passenger compartment air filter on page 195. D. Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See “adding washer fluid” under windshield washer fluid on page 380. E. Pow...

  • Page 360: Engine Oil

    Engine oil your vehicle may have an oil pressure light on the instrument cluster. There is also an oil pressure low stop engine message on the driver information center (dic). If the light and/or message appears, check the engine oil level right away. For more information, see “oil pressure low stop...

  • Page 361

    When to add engine oil if the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, you need to add at least one quart/liter of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see capacities and specifications on page ...

  • Page 362

    What kind of engine oil to use look for two things: • gm4718m your vehicle’s engine requires a special oil meeting gm standard gm4718m. Oils meeting this standard may be identified as synthetic. However, not all synthetic oils will meet this gm standard. Look for and use only an oil that meets gm st...

  • Page 363: Engine Oil Life System

    Look for this on the oil container, and use only those oils that are identified as meeting gm standard gm4718m and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container. Your vehicle’s engine is filled at the factory with a mobil 1 ® synthetic oil, which meets all requirements for your vehicle...

  • Page 364

    However, the engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your dealer has gm-trained service people who will perform this work using genuine gm parts and reset the system. It is also important to check the oil regularly and keep it at the prop...

  • Page 365: Engine Air Cleaner/filter

    What to do with used oil used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags...

  • Page 366: Caution:

    When to inspect the engine air cleaner/filter inspect the air cleaner/filter at the maintenance ii intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 50,000 mile (83 000 km) interval. See scheduled maintenance on page 471 for more information. If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, i...

  • Page 367

    Automatic transmission fluid how to check automatic transmission fluid it is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possi...

  • Page 368: Engine Coolant

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

  • Page 369: Caution:

    What to use use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and one-half dex-cool ® coolant which will not damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you do not need to add anything else. { caution: adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some o...

  • Page 370: Caution:

    Checking coolant the coolant surge tank and pressure cap are located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, toward the rear of the engine compartment. See engine compartment overview on page 356 for more information on location. { caution: turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiat...

  • Page 371: Caution:

    Adding coolant if you need more coolant, add the proper dex-cool ® 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. Do not...

  • Page 372: Engine Overheating

    Engine overheating there are two engine hot messages that could be displayed in the driver information center (dic). See dic warnings and messages on page 220 for more information. If the engine is overheating, then you will find a coolant temperature gage and a coolant warning light on the instrume...

  • Page 373

    If no steam is coming from your engine an overheat warning, can indicate a serious problem. If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem might not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: • climb a long hill on a hot day. • stop after hig...

  • Page 374: Operating Mode

    Overheated engine protection operating mode this operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency. Should an hot engine condition exist, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage. In this mode, there is a loss i...

  • Page 375: Caution:

    { 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, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. Th...

  • Page 376: Caution:

    Notice: using coolant other than dex-cool ® may cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner, at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always use d...

  • Page 377: Caution:

    { caution: adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as 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 378

    2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and remove it. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to slightly above the full cold/froid line on the side of the coolant surge tank. 378.

  • Page 379: Power Steering Fluid

    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. The upper radiator hose is the largest of the hoses which comes out of the radiator, on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. Watch out for the engine cooling fans....

  • Page 380: Windshield Washer Fluid

    How to check power steering fluid to check the power steering fluid, do the following: 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. 3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. 4. Replace the cap and completely tighte...

  • Page 381: Brakes

    Notice: • when using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. • do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water does not clean as wel...

  • Page 382: Caution:

    So, it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add or remove brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hy...

  • Page 383: Caution:

    What to add when you do need brake fluid, dot-3 brake fluid is recommended for use. Dot-4 brake fluid is also compatible with your vehicle’s brake system parts. However, if you choose to use dot-4 fluid, it is recommended that you flush your brake hydraulic system and refill it with new dot-4 fluid ...

  • Page 384: Caution:

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

  • Page 385: Battery

    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 system ...

  • Page 386: Caution:

    Vehicle storage if you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative ( − ) cable from the battery. This will help keep the battery from running down. { caution: batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you are not ...

  • Page 387

    Notice: ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that would not be covered by your warranty. Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage your vehicle. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative gro...

  • Page 388

    4. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) and negative ( − ) terminal locations of the other vehicle, as well as the positive (+) terminal location on your vehicle’s battery. See engine compartment overview on page 356 for more information on the location of the battery. Your vehicle has a remot...

  • Page 389: Caution:

    Notice: if you connect a negative cable to the ecm, ecm mounting bracket, or any cables that attach to the ecm bracket, you may damage the ecm. Always attach the negative cable to your vehicle’s remote negative ground location, instead of the ecm, ecm bracket, or any cables attached to the ecm brack...

  • Page 390: Caution:

    { caution: fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the ...

  • Page 391

    7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative ( − ) cable to the negative terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative ( − ) terminal if the veh...

  • Page 392: All-Wheel Drive

    Notice: if the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or ...

  • Page 393

    How to check lubricant a. Drain plug b. Fill plug to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the transfer case, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of ...

  • Page 394: Rear Axle

    Rear axle when to check lubricant it is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to check lubricant to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on...

  • Page 395: Front Axle

    Front axle when to check and change lubricant it is not necessary to regularly check the front axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to check lubricant a. Drain plug b. Filler plug to get...

  • Page 396: Bulb Replacement

    Bulb replacement it is recommended that all bulbs be replaced by your dealer. High intensity discharge (hid) lighting { caution: the low beam high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage. If you try to service any of the system components, you could be seriously injured. ...

  • Page 397: Windshield Wiper Blade

    Windshield wiper blade replacement windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. See scheduled maintenance on page 471 for more information. It’s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper windshield wiper blade length and...

  • Page 398: Tires

    6. Replace the blade with a new one. 7. Reinstall the wiper blade assembly by sliding it over the wiper arm to engage the j-hooked end. Pull up on the assembly to lock it into place. 8. Repeat the steps for the other wiper. Rear wiper blade replacement to replace the rear wiper blade follow the step...

  • Page 399: Caution:

    { caution: • poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. • overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See loading your vehicle on page 322. • underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded ti...

  • Page 400: Winter Tires

    Low-profile performance tire if your vehicle has p255/50r20 size tires, they are classified as low-profile performance tires. These tires are designed for very responsive driving on wet or dry pavement. You may also notice more road noise with low-profile performance tires and that they tend to wear...

  • Page 401: Tire Sidewall Labeling

    Tire sidewall labeling useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples below show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. (a) tire size: the tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire’s width, height, aspec...

  • Page 402

    (d) tire identification number (tin): the letters and numbers following dot (department of transportation) code is the tire identification number (tin). The tin shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The tin is molded onto both sides of the tire, althou...

  • Page 403

    (b) tire ply material: the type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (c) tire identification number (tin): the letters and numbers following the dot (department of transportation) code is the tire identification number (tin). The tin shows the manufacturer and plant code,...

  • Page 404

    (b) tire width: the three-digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. (c) aspect ratio: a two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60, as shown in item c of the illustration, it wo...

  • Page 405

    Cold tire pressure: the amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kpa) before a tire has built up heat from driving. See inflation - tire pressure on page 407. Curb weight: this means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment ...

  • Page 406

    Maximum loaded vehicle weight: the sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight. Normal occupant weight: the number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs (68 kg). See loading your vehicle on page 322. Occupant distribution: d...

  • Page 407: Inflation - Tire Pressure

    Treadwear indicators: narrow bands, sometimes called wear bars, that show across the tread of a tire when only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread remains. See when it is time for new tires on page 416. Utqgs (uniform tire quality grading standards): a tire information system that provides consumers with ra...

  • Page 408

    A tire and loading information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (b-pillar). This label shows your vehicle’s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold. The recommended cold tire inflation pressure, shown on the label, is the minimum...

  • Page 409: High-Speed Operation

    High-speed operation { caution: driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure. You could have a crash and you or others could be killed. Some high-speed rated tir...

  • Page 410

    Tire pressure monitor system the tire pressure monitor system (tpms) uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels. If your vehicle has this feature, sensors are mounted on each tire and wheel assembly, except for the compact spare tire and wheel. The tpms sensors monitor the air pr...

  • Page 411

    Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (if your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehi...

  • Page 412

    When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. Tpms malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the tpms from function...

  • Page 413

    The tpm matching process is outlined below: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Turn the ignition switch to on with the engine off. 3. Using the dic, press the vehicle information button until the press v to relearn tire positions message displays. 4. Press the set/reset button. The horn sounds twice to in...

  • Page 414

    Federal communications commission (fcc) and industry and science canada this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interfe...

  • Page 415: Caution:

    The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important. See scheduled maintenance on page 471. When rotating p255/50r20 size tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Do not include the compact spare tir...

  • Page 416: Buying New Tires

    When it is time for new tires one way to tell when it is 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. Some commercial truck tires may not have treadwear indicators. You need a new tire if any of th...

  • Page 417: Caution:

    Gm’s tpc spec number is molded onto the tire’s sidewall by the tire manufacturer. If the tires have an all-season tread design, the tpc spec number will be followed by an ms for mud and snow. See tire sidewall labeling on page 401 for additional information. Winter tires with the same speed rating a...

  • Page 418: Caution:

    If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those that do not have a tpc spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating, and construction type (radial and bias-belted tires) as your vehicle’s original tires. Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system may give an ...

  • Page 419

    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 traffi...

  • Page 420

    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 the mat...

  • Page 421: Wheel Replacement

    Wheel replacement replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if an...

  • Page 422: Caution:

    Used replacement wheels { caution: putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You cannot know how it has been used or how far it has been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new gm original equipment wheel. Tire chains { caution: if your ve...

  • Page 423: If A Tire Goes Flat

    Notice: if your vehicle has a tire size other than p255/50r20 use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the tires of the rear axle. Do not use chains on the tires of the front axle. Tighten them as tightly as possible...

  • Page 424: Caution:

    { caution: lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. The jack provided with your vehicle is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or k...

  • Page 425

    Caution: (continued) 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. To be even more certain the vehicle will not move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That w...

  • Page 426

    Removing the spare tire and tools the equipment you will need is located in the rear of the vehicle. To access the equipment, do the following: 1. Remove the storage bin to access the jack if your vehicle has the cargo management system. If your vehicle has the third row seat, remove the head rest s...

  • Page 427

    Removing the spare tire the compact spare tire is located under the vehicle, ahead of the rear bumper. See compact spare tire on page 442 for more information about the compact spare. To remove the spare tire from the vehicle, do the following: a. Wheel wrench b. Cable c. Retainer d. Compact spare t...

  • Page 428

    5. Tilt the retainer (c) and slip it through the wheel opening to remove the spare tire from the cable (b). 6. Turn the wrench clockwise until you feel two slips or hear two clicks after removing the spare tire to raise the cable back up. Do not store a full-size or a flat road tire under the vehicl...

  • Page 429: Installing The Spare Tire

    2. If it is visible, first try to tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice. You cannot over-tighten the cable. 3. Loosen the cable then by turning the wrench counterclockwise three or four turns. 4. Tighten the cable all the way and then...

  • Page 430: Caution:

    2. Find the jacking location using the hoisting notches located in the plastic molding. The notches in the plastic molding are marked with a triangle shape to help you find them. 3. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack. { caution: getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehi...

  • Page 431: Caution:

    { caution: lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. The jack provided with your vehicle is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or k...

  • Page 432

    6. Put the compact spare tire near you. 7. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the compact spare tire to fit under the vehicle. 8. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 9. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolt...

  • Page 433: Caution:

    { caution: rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, y...

  • Page 434

    13. Lower the vehicle by attaching the wheel wrench to the jack and turning the wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown. Do not try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare tire. It will not fit. Store the wheel cover ...

  • Page 435: Caution:

    { caution: incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident.Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new gm original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as yo...

  • Page 436: Secondary Latch System

    Secondary latch system your vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is designed to stop the compact spare tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle if the cable holding the spare tire is damaged. For the secondary latch to work, the tire must...

  • Page 437

    To release the spare tire from the secondary latch, do the following: 1. If the cable is not visible, start this procedure at step 3. 2. If the cable is visible, place the wrench on the hoist drive nut and turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches (15 cm) of cable is exposed. 3. ...

  • Page 438

    8. Grasp the spare tire with both hands and pull it out from under the vehicle. 9. Reach under the vehicle and remove the wheel wrench and jack. 10. Tilt the retainer and slip it through the wheel opening when the spare tire has been completely lowered. 11. Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the cab...

  • Page 439: And Tools

    Storing a flat or 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. Storing the flat tire with third row ...

  • Page 440: Caution:

    Storing the flat tire with a flat load floor 1. Put back all tools as they were stored in the rear storage compartment and put the compartment cover back on. 2. Place the flat tire in the tire storage bag and put the tire in a horizontal position on the floor in the rear of the vehicle. 3. Route the...

  • Page 441

    To store the spare tire and tools, do the following: 1. Lay the compact spare tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle. Position the compact spare tire so that the valve stem is pointed down facing the rear of the vehicle. 2. Lower the cable to the ground. See removing the spare tire and tools ...

  • Page 442: Compact Spare Tire

    8. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull (a), and then try to turn the tire (b). If the tire moves, use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable. Put back all tools as they were stored in the rear storage compartment and put the compartment cover back on. Compact spare tire although the com...

  • Page 443: Appearance Care

    Notice: when the compact spare is installed, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle. Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles. And do not m...

  • Page 444

    Many cleaners contain solvents that may become concentrated in your vehicle’s breathing space. Before using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning your vehicle’s interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening your vehicle’s doors and windows. Dust may b...

  • Page 445: Fabric/carpet

    Fabric/carpet use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats. For soils, always try to remove them first with plain water or club soda. Before clean...

  • Page 446: Leather

    Leather a soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used. Allow the leather to dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. Never use steam to clean leather. Never use spot lifters or spot rem...

  • Page 447: Wood Panels

    Wood panels use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Speaker covers vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker will not be damaged. Clean spots with just water and mild soap. Care of safety belts keep b...

  • Page 448: Finish Care

    All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle. Cleaning exterior ...

  • Page 449

    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 a glass cleaning liquid or powder and water solution. The...

  • Page 450: Tires

    Notice: using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only. Use chrome polish only on chrome-plated wheels, but avoid any painted surface of the wheel, and buff off immediately after application. ...

  • Page 451: Finish Damage

    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 major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your dealer. Larger areas of finish dama...

  • Page 452

    Vehicle care/appearance materials description usage polishing cloth wax-treated interior and exterior polishing cloth. Tar and road oil remover removes tar, road oil, and asphalt. Chrome cleaner and polish use on chrome or stainless steel. White sidewall tire cleaner removes soil and black marks fro...

  • Page 453: Vehicle Identification

    Vehicle identification 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 side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The vin also appears on the ve...

  • Page 454: Electrical System

    Electrical system add-on electrical equipment notice: do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage would not be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other compon...

  • Page 455: Underhood Fuse Block

    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 melted, r...

  • Page 456

    Relays usage fan 2 hc micro right side engine cooling fan motors fan s/p hc micro series/parallel engine cooling fan relays usage frnt washer ss micro front washer pump fan 1 hc micro left side engine cooling fan motors 456.

  • Page 457

    Relays usage fog lamp ss micro front fog lamps spare spare ign main ss micro ignition switch (on) strtr hc micro starter solenoid pwr/trn hc micro powertrain/engine control module hi beam ss micro high-beam headlamps blwr hc micro front blower motor assembly wpr hc micro windshield wiper system - on...

  • Page 458

    J case fuses usage blwr front blower motor assembly rpdb 2 rrpdb (right side rear power distribution box) mini fuses usage frnt washer front washer pump spare spare spare spare airbag sensing diagnostic module (sdm), occupant sensor display, instrument cluster abs ign anti-lock braking system igniti...

  • Page 459

    Mini fuses usage rt hi beam right side high-beam headlamp rvc snsr battery regulated voltage control sense fog lamp front fog lamps ecm 1 engine control module (ecm) bcm 5 left side front turn lamps, rear stoplamps, turn lamps wpr windshield wiper motor spare spare bcm 4 center high-mounted stoplamp...

  • Page 460: Rear Underseat Fuse Block

    Rear underseat fuse block (left side) the left side rear fuse block is located under the rear seat on the left side of the vehicle. The carpet must be lifted up to access the rear fuse block. To access the fuse block, push in the two tabs located at each end of the fuse block cover. Then lift the co...

  • Page 461

    Mini fuses usage rsm rear seat module, flip/fold motors driver dr mod driver door module (locks, outside rearview mirror, window switches) stop lamps not used marker lamp license lamps lh prk pos lamps left side taillamp, left side front park lamps, sidemarker lamps rh prk lamps right side taillamp,...

  • Page 462: Rear Underseat Fuse Block

    Rear underseat fuse block (right side) the right side rear fuse block is located under the rear seat on the right side of the vehicle. The carpet must be lifted up to access the rear fuse block. To access the fuse block, push in the two tabs located at each end of the fuse block cover. Then lift the...

  • Page 463

    Mini fuses usage rear defog rear window defogger spare spare bcm 3 hush panel lamps, overhead courtesy lamp assembly, right side front turn lamp rear a/c rear air conditioning system run climate control module hdt str whl not used spare spare spare spare spare spare dr lck rear door locks pdm passen...

  • Page 464

    Capacities and specifications the following approximate capacities are given in english and metric conversions. See recommended fluids and lubricants on page 480 for more information. Application capacities english metric air conditioning refrigerant for the air conditioning system refrigerant charg...

  • Page 465

    Application capacities english metric fuel tank 20.0 gal 75.7 l wheel nut torque 100 lb ft 140 y all capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Engine specifications engine vin code transmission...

  • Page 466: ✍ Notes

    ✍ notes 466.

  • Page 467: Section 6

    Maintenance schedule ................................ 468 introduction ............................................... 468 maintenance requirements ........................ 468 your vehicle and the environment ............ 468 using the maintenance schedule ............... 469 scheduled maintenance ...

  • Page 468: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule introduction important: keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Have you purchased the gm protection plan? The plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your warranty and owner assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Maintenance requirements...

  • Page 469

    Using the maintenance schedule we at general motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You...

  • Page 470: Caution:

    The services in scheduled maintenance on page 471 should be performed when indicated. See additional required services on page 473 and maintenance footnotes on page 474 for further information. { caution: performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can b...

  • Page 471: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled maintenance when the change engine oil soon message comes on, it means that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life syst...

  • Page 472

    Scheduled maintenance service maintenance i maintenance ii change engine oil and filter. See engine oil on page 360. Reset oil life system. See engine oil life system on page 363. An emission control service. • • lubricate chassis components. See footnote #. • • visually check for any leaks or damag...

  • Page 473

    Additional required services the following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (i or ii) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional required services service and miles (kilometers) 25,000 (40 000) 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) 100,000 (160 000...

  • Page 474: Maintenance Footnotes

    Additional required services (cont’d) service and miles (kilometers) 25,000 (40 000) 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) 100,000 (160 000) 125,000 (200 000) 150,000 (240 000) engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). An emission control service. See footnote (i). • in...

  • Page 475

    (c) visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace with genuine gm parts as needed. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the ra...

  • Page 476: Owner Checks And Services

    (i) drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This service can be complex; you should have your dealer perform this service. See engine coolant on page 368 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and filler neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. (j) ...

  • Page 477: At Least Once A Month

    Notice: it is important to check the engine oil regularly and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep the engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to the engine not covered by your warranty. Engine coolant level check check the engine coolant level and add dex-cool ® coolant mixture if n...

  • Page 478: Caution:

    Automatic transmission shift lock control system check { caution: when you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2...

  • Page 479: Caution:

    Parking brake and automatic transmission park (p) mechanism check { caution: when you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply th...

  • Page 480: Recommended Fluids And

    Recommended fluids and lubricants fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage fluid/lubricant engine oil the engine requires a special engine oil meeting gm standard gm4718m. Oils meeting this standard can be identified as syn...

  • Page 481

    Usage fluid/lubricant front and rear axle sae 75w-90 synthetic axle lubricant (gm part no. U.S. 12378261, in canada 10953455) meeting gm specification 9986115. Transfer case manual transmission fluid (gm part no. U.S. 88861800, in canada 88861801). Hood hinges multi-purpose lubricant, superlube (gm ...

  • Page 482

    Normal maintenance replacement parts replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part gm part numbers acdelco ® part numbers engine air cleaner/filter 25735595 a2944c engine oil filter 3.6l v6 25177917 pf2129 4.6l v8 89017342 pf61 passe...

  • Page 483: Engine Drive Belt Routing

    Engine drive belt routing 3.6l v6 engine 4.6l v8 engine 483.

  • Page 484: Maintenance Record

    Maintenance record after the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See maintenance requirements on page 468. Any additional information from owner checks and services on page 476 can b...

  • Page 485

    Maintenance record (cont’d) date odometer reading serviced by maintenance i or maintenance ii services performed 485.

  • Page 486

    Maintenance record (cont’d) date odometer reading serviced by maintenance i or maintenance ii services performed 486.

  • Page 487: Section 7

    Customer assistance and information ....... 488 customer satisfaction procedure ............... 488 online owner center ................................. 490 customer assistance for text telephone (tty) users .......................... 491 customer assistance offices ..................... 491 gm mob...

  • Page 488: Customer Assistance And

    Customer assistance and information 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. Sometime...

  • Page 489

    Step three: both general motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in steps one and two, you should file with the bbb auto line program to enforce any a...

  • Page 490: Online Owner Center

    Online owner center online owner center (united states only) the owner center is a resource for your gm ownership needs. Specific vehicle information can be found in one place. The online owner center allows you to: • get e-mail service reminders. • access information about your specific vehicle, in...

  • Page 491: Telephone (Tty) Users

    Customer assistance for text telephone (tty) users to assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use text telephones (ttys), cadillac has tty equipment available at its customer assistance center. Any tty user can communicate with cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-cmcc (...

  • Page 492: Gm Mobility Reimbursement

    Overseas — customer assistance please contact the local general motors business unit. Mexico, central america and caribbean islands/countries (except puerto rico and u.S. Virgin islands) — customer assistance general motors de mexico, s. De r.L. De c.V. Customer assistance center paseo de la reforma...

  • Page 493: Roadside Service

    Roadside service in the united states or canada, call 1-800-882-1112. Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Who is covered? Roadside assistance coverage is for the vehicle operator, regardless of ownership. A person driving this vehicle without the consent of the owner is not eligibl...

  • Page 494

    • fuel delivery: delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest service station (approximately $5 in the united states and 10 litres in canada). • flat tire change (covers change only): installation of your spare tire, in good condition, will be covered at no charge. The customer is ...

  • Page 495

    Cadillac technician roadside service (u.S. Only) cadillac’s exceptional roadside service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every cadillac owner in the united states with the advantage of contacting a cadillac advisor and, where available, a cadillac trained dealer technician w...

  • Page 496: Courtesy Transportation

    Cadillac and general motors of canada limited reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in their sole discretion, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Roadside service is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the new veh...

  • Page 497

    Transportation options warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, gm helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following: shuttle service ...

  • Page 498: Data Recorders

    Courtesy transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability. All courtesy transportation arrangements will be administered by appropri...

  • Page 499

    If your vehicle is equipped with stabilitrak ® , steering performance, including yaw rate, steering wheel angle, and lateral acceleration, is also recorded. This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving...

  • Page 500: Collision Damage Repair

    Collision damage repair if your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts. Poorly performed collision repairs will diminish your vehicle’s resale value, and safety performance can ...

  • Page 501

    Insuring your vehicle protect your investment in your gm vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms. Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to your gm vehicle by limi...

  • Page 502

    • if your vehicle cannot be driven, know where the towing service will be taking it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver’s name, the service’s name, and the phone number. • remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away. Make sure this includes your insura...

  • Page 503

    Managing the vehicle damage repair process in the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, gm recommends that you take an active role in its repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there. Specify to the facility that any requi...

  • Page 504: Reporting Safety Defects

    Reporting safety defects reporting safety defects to the united states government if you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa), in addition to notifying...

  • Page 505: General Motors

    Reporting safety defects to general motors in addition to notifying nhtsa (or transport canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify us. Please call us at 1-800-458-8006, or write: cadillac customer assistance center cadillac motor car division p.O. Box 33169 detroit, mi 48232...

  • Page 506

    Owner information owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the maintenance schedule for all models. In-portfolio: includes a portfolio, owner manual, and warranty booklet. Retail se...

  • Page 507

    A accessories and modifications ..................... 347 accessory power outlet(s) .......................... 186 adding equipment to your airbag-equipped vehicle ............................ 88 additives, fuel ............................................ 350 add-on electrical equipment ..............

  • Page 508

    Appearance care (cont.) tires ........................................................ 450 underbody maintenance ........................... 451 vehicle care/appearance materials .......... 452 washing your vehicle .............................. 447 weatherstrips .......................................

  • Page 509

    C calibration ................................................... 134 california fuel ............................................. 350 california proposition 65 warning ................ 347 canadian owners ........................................... 3 capacities and specifications ....................

  • Page 510

    Cleaning (cont.) underbody maintenance ........................... 451 washing your vehicle .............................. 447 weatherstrips ........................................... 447 windshield and wiper blades ................... 449 wood panels ........................................... 447...

  • Page 511

    D daytime running lamps ............................. 179 defensive driving ........................................ 274 delayed locking .......................................... 102 disc, mp3 ................................................... 257 diversity antenna system ............................

  • Page 512

    Engine air cleaner/filter ...................................... 365 battery ..................................................... 385 check and service engine soon light ..... 208 coolant .................................................... 368 coolant heater ..........................................

  • Page 513

    Fuel (cont.) gage ....................................................... 213 gasoline octane ...................................... 349 gasoline specifications ............................ 350 fuses fuses and circuit breakers ...................... 455 rear underseat fuse block ............ 460, 46...

  • Page 514

    Horn ............................................................ 166 how to use this manual ................................ 4 how to wear safety belts properly ............... 27 i ignition positions ......................................... 117 infants and young children, restraints .......... 46...

  • Page 515

    Light (cont.) safety belt reminder ............................... 200 security ................................................... 212 tcs warning light .................................. 206 tire pressure ........................................... 207 tow/haul mode ..................................

  • Page 516

    Mirrors automatic dimming rearview with onstar ® ........................................ 134 automatic dimming rearview with onstar ® and compass .................. 134 outside automatic dimming mirror ........... 138 outside convex mirror ............................. 139 outside curb view assist ...

  • Page 517

    P paint, damage ............................................ 451 panic brake assist ...................................... 284 parade dimming .......................................... 182 park aid ...................................................... 184 park (p) shifting into .......................

  • Page 518

    Rear door security locks ........................... 103 rear safety belt comfort guides .................. 39 rear seat audio (rsa) ............................... 266 rear seat entertainment system ................. 266 rear seat operation ..................................... 18 rear seat passeng...

  • Page 519

    Safety belts (cont.) rear seat passengers ............................... 36 right front passenger position .................. 36 safety belt extender .................................. 42 safety belt use during pregnancy ............. 35 safety belts are for everyone .................... 22 safety ...

  • Page 520

    Steering wheel controls, audio ................... 269 steering wheel, tilt wheel .......................... 166 storage areas cargo management system ..................... 155 cell phone storage area ......................... 154 center console storage area ................... 154 cupholder(s) .......

  • Page 521

    Tires (cont.) tire terminology and definitions ............... 404 uniform tire quality grading .................... 419 wheel alignment and tire balance ........... 420 wheel replacement ................................. 421 when it is time for new tires ................. 416 winter tires ............

  • Page 522

    W warning lights, gages and indicators ......... 197 warnings dic warnings and messages ................... 220 hazard warning flashers ......................... 166 other warning devices ............................ 166 safety and symbols ..................................... 4 vehicle damage ........