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Cadillac 2009 DTS Owner's Manual

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Manual is about: CUSTOMER CONVENIENCE / PERSONALIZATION GUIDE

Summary of 2009 DTS

  • Page 1

    Seats and restraint system ............................. 1-1 head restraints ......................................... 1-2 front seats ............................................... 1-3 rear seats .............................................. 1-10 safety belts ........................................

  • Page 2: Canadian Owners

    General motors, gm, the gm emblem, cadillac, the cadillac crest & wreath, and the name dts are registered trademarks of general motors corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. Gm reserves the right to make changes after that time without notice. For vehicl...

  • Page 3: Caution:

    Safety warnings and symbols a circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “do not,” “do not do this,” or “do not let this happen.” a box with the word caution is used to tell about things that could hurt you or others if you were to ignore the warning. { caution: these mean there i...

  • Page 4

    Vehicle symbol chart here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index. 9 : airbag readiness light # : air conditioning ! : antilock brake system (abs) g : audio steering wheel controls or onstar ® $ : brake s...

  • Page 5: Section 1

    Head restraints ...............................................1-2 front seats ......................................................1-3 power seats ..................................................1-3 power lumbar ...............................................1-4 massaging lumbar ...................

  • Page 6: Head Restraints

    Head restraints the vehicle’s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. { caution: with head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head...

  • Page 7: Front Seats

    Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The head restraints are not designed to be rem...

  • Page 8: Power Lumbar

    Power lumbar the power lumbar controls are located on the outboard side of the front seats. Press the lumbar control forward to increase support and rearward to decrease support. Press the top or bottom of the control to raise or lower the support mechanism. Keep in mind that as a seating position c...

  • Page 9: Heated And Cooled Seats

    Heated and cooled seats the vehicle may have heated and cooled front seats. To operate the heated or cooled seats, the ignition must be on. The buttons are located on the front doors. H (cooled seat): press to turn on the cooled seat. J (heated seat and seatback): press to turn on the heated seat an...

  • Page 10: Wheel

    Memory seat, mirrors and steering wheel on vehicles with the memory package, the controls are located on the driver door panel. The controls are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirror, and steering wheel position if the vehicle has the power tilt wheel and tel...

  • Page 11

    To recall memory positions, the vehicle must be in p (park). Press and release either button 1 or button 2 corresponding to the desired driving position. The seat, outside mirrors, and steering wheel will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver. You will hear a single beep. ...

  • Page 12: Power Reclining Seatbacks

    Easy exit recall the control for this feature is located on the driver door panel between buttons 1 and 2. With the vehicle in p (park), the exit position can be recalled by pressing the exit button. You will hear a single beep. The driver seat will move back, and if the vehicle has the power tilt w...

  • Page 13: Caution:

    { caution: sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash,...

  • Page 14: Center Seat

    Center seat the vehicle may have a front center seat. This seat can be converted to a storage area by lowering the seatback. See center flex storage unit on page 2-63. Rear seats heated seats your vehicle may have heated rear seats. To operate the rear heated seats, the ignition must be on. The butt...

  • Page 15: Power Lumbar

    Press a button to turn on the desired feature. A light on that button will display to show which feature is on. Each feature has three temperature settings indicated by three lights next to the buttons. The highest setting shows three lights, two is medium and one is the lowest. When you press a but...

  • Page 16: Safety Belts

    Safety belts safety belts: they are for everyone this section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts. { caution: do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) ar...

  • Page 17

    In most states and in all canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why: 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 serious one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person w...

  • Page 18

    Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-14.

  • Page 19

    The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... Or the instrument panel... 1-15.

  • Page 20

    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 21

    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 a crash — even one that is not your fault — you and your passenger(s) can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control,...

  • Page 22

    Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you. 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...

  • Page 23: Caution:

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

  • Page 24: 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 on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal in...

  • Page 25: Caution:

    Q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is buckled in the wrong buckle. { 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 on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious ...

  • Page 26: Caution:

    Q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is over an armrest. { caution: you can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, an...

  • Page 27: 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 28: Caution:

    Q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is behind the body. { caution: you can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. You mig...

  • Page 29: 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/retaile...

  • Page 30: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    Lap-shoulder belt all seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder except for the center front passenger position (if equipped), which has a lap belt. See lap belt on page 1-31 for more information. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the se...

  • Page 31

    4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See “shoulder belt height adjustment” later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to ...

  • Page 32

    Shoulder belt height adjuster the vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger position. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on the shoulder. The belt should be away from the face and neck, but not falling off the shoulder. I...

  • Page 33

    There is one guide for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat. Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: 1. Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seatback. 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, pla...

  • Page 34: 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 35: Lap Belt

    Safety belt use during pregnancy safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below...

  • Page 36: Safety Belt Extender

    To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. If the belt is not long enough, see safety belt extender on page 1-32. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary. If you find that the lat...

  • Page 37: Child Restraints

    Child restraints older children older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. The manufacturer’s instructions that come with the booster seat, state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the chil...

  • Page 38: Caution:

    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 should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. Thi...

  • Page 39: Caution:

    { caution: never do this. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child could move too far forward inc...

  • Page 40: 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 41: Caution:

    { caution: never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child caution: (continued) caution: (continued) restraint in a rear seat. It ...

  • Page 42: 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 43: Caution:

    { caution: a young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child’s abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. Thi...

  • Page 44

    A forward-facing child seat (b) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness. A booster seat (c-d) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. 1-40

  • Page 45: 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. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle’s safety belt or latch system, following the instruct...

  • Page 46: Caution:

    Where to put the restraint according to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. We recommend that children and child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including: an inf...

  • Page 47: Caution:

    { caution: a child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the frontal airbags if they inflate. Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat. It is always better to secure a child restraint in a rear seat. Do not use child restraints in the center f...

  • Page 48

    Lower anchors lower anchors (a) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each latch seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (b). Top tether anchor a top tether (a, c) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top te...

  • Page 49

    Some child restraints that have top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read an...

  • Page 50: Caution:

    The top tether anchors are located under the covers on the rear seatback filler panel. Pull open the cover to access the anchors. 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. Do not secure a child restraint in a po...

  • Page 51: Caution:

    { caution: do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries d...

  • Page 52

    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. Pull open the top tether anchor cover t...

  • Page 53: Seat Position

    Securing a child restraint in a rear seat position when securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. If the child restraint has the latch system, see lower anchors and tethers for chi...

  • Page 54

    3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-50

  • Page 55: Caution:

    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. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child re...

  • Page 56: Right Front Seat Position

    Securing a child restraint in the right front seat position this vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See where to put the restraint on page 1-42. In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right ...

  • Page 57

    If the child restraint has the latch system, see lower anchors and tethers for children (latch) on page 1-43 for how and where to install the child restraint using latch. If a child restraint is secured using a safety belt and it uses a top tether, see lower anchors and tethers for children (latch) ...

  • Page 58

    5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. 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. When installing a forward...

  • Page 59: Airbag System

    If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, see “if the on indicator is lit for a child restraint ” under passenger sensing system on page 1-64 for more information. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position. Air...

  • Page 60: Caution:

    Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: { caution: you can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, but do not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed ...

  • Page 61: 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 young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag sy...

  • Page 62

    The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door. Driver side shown, passenger side similar 1-58.

  • Page 63: Caution:

    If the vehicle has roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, and second row outboard passengers, they are 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 p...

  • Page 64

    When should an airbag inflate? Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver’s or right front passenger’s head and chest. However, they are only designed to inflate if the impact exc...

  • Page 65

    Your vehicle also has a dual-depth passenger airbag that adjusts the restraint according to crash severity, seat location, and safety belt status using electronic frontal sensor(s) and other special sensors which enable the sensing system to monitor the position of the front passenger seat. The pass...

  • Page 66: Inflates?

    How does an airbag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle. Airbags supplement the protection p...

  • Page 67: Caution:

    { caution: when an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but cannot g...

  • Page 68: Passenger Sensing System

    Passenger sensing system the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. The words on and off, or the symbol for on and off, are visible during the system che...

  • Page 69: Caution:

    { caution: a child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously i...

  • Page 70: Caution:

    The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on (may inflate) the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger seat. When the passenger sensing system has allowed th...

  • Page 71

    If the off indicator is lit for an adult-size occupant if a person of adult-size is sitting in the right front passenger seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat. If this happens, use the following steps to allow the system to detect tha...

  • Page 72: Caution:

    Additional factors affecting system operation safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “safety belts” and “child restraints” in the index for additional inform...

  • Page 73: Adding Equipment To Your

    Adding equipment to your airbag-equipped vehicle q: is there anything i might add to or change about 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 the airb...

  • Page 74: Restraint System Check

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

  • Page 75: 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 76: Notes

    ✍ notes 1-72.

  • Page 77: Section 2

    Keys ...............................................................2-3 remote keyless entry (rke) system ................2-4 remote keyless entry (rke) system operation ...................................................2-5 remote vehicle start ......................................2-7 doors and lo...

  • Page 78: Section 2

    Object detection systems ...............................2-42 ultrasonic front and rear parking assist (ufrpa) .............................2-42 side blind zone alert (sbza) .........................2-45 lane departure warning (ldw) ......................2-49 onstar ® system ............................

  • Page 79: 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 80: System

    Remote keyless entry (rke) system the remote keyless entry (rke) 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 d...

  • Page 81: System Operation

    Remote keyless entry (rke) system operation the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter functions work up to 195 feet (60 m) away from the vehicle. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See remote keyless entry (rke) system on page 2-4. / (remote vehicle star...

  • Page 82

    V (remote trunk release): press and hold for about one second to unlock the trunk. The transmission must be in p (park). L (vehicle locator/panic alarm): press and release to locate the vehicle. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times. Press and hold l for more than two seconds t...

  • Page 83: Remote Vehicle Start

    To replace the battery: 1. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin object inserted into the notch, located above the metal base. 2. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. 3. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up. Replace with a cr2032 or equivalent battery. 4. Reassemble the...

  • Page 84

    If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the rke transmitter functions will have an increased range of operation. However, the range may be less while the vehicle is running. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter, see remote keyless entry (rke) system op...

  • Page 85

    Again before the first 10 minutes of engine running time has expired, 10 minutes are added to the remaining minutes. For example, if the lock button and then the remote start buttons are pressed again after five minutes of the engine run time, 10 minutes are added and you now have 15 minutes of engi...

  • Page 86: 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. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors...

  • Page 87: Power Door Locks

    Central door unlocking system the vehicle has a central door unlocking mode. When unlocking the driver door, the other doors can be unlocked at the same time by turning the key clockwise in the door lock cylinder twice. Power door locks on vehicles with power door locks, the switches are located on ...

  • Page 88: Rear Door Security Locks

    Rear door security locks the vehicle has security locks that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors 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 assist you in finding the lock, the vehicle will...

  • Page 89: Trunk

    Trunk { caution: exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (co) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause uncons...

  • Page 90

    Emergency trunk release handle notice: do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling them to open the...

  • Page 91: 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 92: Power Windows

    Power windows { caution: leaving children in a vehicle with the keys 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 and they could be seriously in...

  • Page 93: Caution:

    Express-down/up windows windows with the express feature allow the windows to be raised and lowered all the way without holding the switch. Press or pull the switch fully and release it to activate the express feature. The express mode can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing or pulling the s...

  • Page 94

    Programming the power windows if the battery on the vehicle has been recharged, disconnected, or is not working, you will need to reprogram each front power window for the express-up feature to work. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle’s battery. To program each front window, follo...

  • Page 95: 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 while the auxiliary sunshade remains to block the glare from the front. The visors also have side-to-side slide capability. Lighted visor vanity mirror pull the visor down ...

  • Page 96: Theft-Deterrent Systems

    Theft-deterrent systems vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however, they do not make it impossible to steal. Valet lockout switch the valet lockout switch is located inside the glove box. 9 (off): press this side of the button to turn...

  • Page 97: Content Theft-Deterrent

    Content theft-deterrent the security light is located on the instrument panel cluster. To arm the system: 1. Open the door. 2. Lock the door using the power door lock switch with the door open or the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. The security light will flash. 3. Close all the doors. The s...

  • Page 98: Pass-Key

    Testing the alarm 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the window, then get out of the vehicle, keeping the door open. 2. From outside of the vehicle, with the door open, lock the vehicle using the power door lock or the rke system and close the door. Wait 30 seconds until the security lamp goes of...

  • Page 99: Pass-Key

    Pass-key ® iii+ electronic immobilizer operation your vehicle has pass-key ® iii+ (personalized automotive security system) theft-deterrent system. Pass-key ® iii+ is a passive theft-deterrent system. The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition. The system is automati...

  • Page 100: Starting And Operating

    See your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can service pass-key ® iii+ to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system. To program the new key: 1. Verify that the new key has a 1 stamped on it. 2. Insert the original, already programmed, key in the ignition a...

  • Page 101: Ignition Positions

    Ignition positions the ignition switch has four different positions: in order to shift out of p (park), ignition must be in the on/run or acc/accessory and the brake pedal must be applied. Notice: using a tool to force the key to turn in the ignition could cause damage to the switch or break the key...

  • Page 102: Starting The Engine

    Retained accessory power (rap) these vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off: • audio system • audio steering wheel controls • power windows • sunroof (if equipped) power to these accessories will work up to 10 minutes or until the driver’s door is o...

  • Page 103

    The vehicle has a computer-controlled cranking system. This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components. If the ignition key is turned to the start position, and then released when the engine begins cranking, the engine will continue cranking for a few seconds or until the vehicle...

  • Page 104: Engine Coolant Heater

    Engine coolant heater the engine coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up in cold weather conditions at or below 0°f ( − 18°c). Vehicles with an engine coolant heater should be plugged in at least four hours before starting. To use the engine coolant h...

  • Page 105: Caution:

    Automatic transmission operation the automatic transmission may have a shift lever located either on the steering column or on the console between the seats. There are several different positions for the shift lever. P (park): this position locks the front wheels. It is the best position to use when...

  • Page 106: Caution:

    R (reverse): use this gear to back up. Notice: shifting to r (reverse) while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Shift to r (reverse) only after the vehicle is stopped. Also use this gear to rock the vehicle back and ...

  • Page 107

    Notice: driving the vehicle if you notice that it is moving slowly or not shifting gears as you increase speed may damage the transmission. Have the vehicle serviced right away. You can drive in 2 (second) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 km/h) and d (drive) for higher speeds until then. D ...

  • Page 108: Performance Shifting

    Performance shifting if the vehicle has this feature, it can detect a change in driving patterns. If you make an aggressive driving maneuver, the vehicle’s transmission automatically shifts to the lowest possible gear to maximize vehicle performance. The vehicle will automatically return to normal o...

  • Page 109: Shifting Into Park

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

  • Page 110: Caution:

    Leaving the vehicle with the engine running { caution: it can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running. The vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in p (park) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could over...

  • Page 111: Caution:

    The shift lock is always functional except in the case of a an uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery. If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See jump starting on page 5-38. Console shift if the console shift can...

  • Page 112: Engine Exhaust

    Engine exhaust { caution: engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (co) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to co can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: • the vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation (parking garages, tunnels, deep snow that may block un...

  • Page 113: Caution:

    Running the vehicle 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 a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide ...

  • Page 114: Mirrors

    Mirrors automatic dimming rearview mirror the vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror with a compass display. The mirror may also have onstar ® controls and intellibeam™. For more information on intellibeam™, see “intellibeam intelligent high-beam headlamp control system” under exter...

  • Page 115

    The compass can be placed in calibration mode manually by pressing and holding o or auto 3 , depending on the vehicle, until a c is shown in the compass display. The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display reads a direction. Compass var...

  • Page 116

    Outside power foldaway mirrors controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door armrest. Mirror adjustment 1. Press (c) to fold the mirrors out to the driving position. 2. Press (d) to fold the mirrors in to the folded position. Resetting the power foldaway mirrors reset the pow...

  • Page 117: Park Tilt Mirrors

    Park tilt mirrors if your vehicle is equipped with memory mirrors, it is capable of performing the park tilt mirror feature. This feature allows the driver and passenger side mirror to tilt to a factory programmed position when the vehicle is in r (reverse). This feature may be useful in allowing yo...

  • Page 118: Object Detection Systems

    Object detection systems ultrasonic front and rear parking assist (ufrpa) for vehicles with the ultrasonic front and rear parking assist (ufrpa) system, it operates at speeds less than 5mph (8 km/h), and assists the driver with parking and avoiding objects. It can determine how close objects are to ...

  • Page 119

    The front display is located on top of the instrument panel to the right of the driver. The front display will have either three or six lights to provide distance and system information. With adaptive cruise control (acc), it will have three lights along with the acc lights. Without acc, it will hav...

  • Page 120

    Moving forward when the vehicle is started, the front display will briefly illuminate to let you know the system is working. The following describes what will occur with the front display as you get closer to a object detected in the front of the vehicle: description english metric amber/amber light...

  • Page 121

    When the system does not seem to work properly if the urpa system will not activate due to a temporary condition, the message park assist off will be displayed on the dic and a red light will be shown on the rear urpa display when the shift lever is moved into r (reverse). This occurs under the foll...

  • Page 122: Caution:

    The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or tv interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. { caution: sbza is only a lane changing aid and does not replace driver vision. Sbza does not dete...

  • Page 123

    How the system works when the vehicle is started, both outside mirror displays will briefly come on to indicate that the system is operating. While driving forward, the left or right side mirror sbza display will light up if a vehicle is detected in that blind zone. If you activate a turn signal and...

  • Page 124

    Sbza does not operate when the left or right corners of the rear bumper are covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For cleaning instructions, see washing your vehicle on page 5-90. If the dic still displays the side blind zone system unavailable message after cleaning the ...

  • Page 125: Caution:

    Lane departure warning (ldw) the vehicle may have a lane departure warning (ldw) system. Read this entire section before using the system. { caution: the lane departure warning (ldw) system does not steer the vehicle and is only an aid to help you stay in your driving lane. The ldw system may not: •...

  • Page 126

    How the system works ldw uses a camera located between the inside rearview mirror and the windshield to detect the lane markings. @ (lane departure warning): to turn ldw on and off, press the ldw control, located by the exterior headlamp control. An indicator on the control will light to indicate th...

  • Page 127: Onstar

    Ldw warnings may occasionally occur due to tar marks, shadows, cracks in the road, or other road imperfections. This is normal system operation, the vehicle does not need service. Ldw error message service lane departure system: this message may appear in the dic to indicate that ldw is not working ...

  • Page 128

    Some services such as remote door unlock or stolen vehicle location assistance may not be available until the owner of the vehicle registers with onstar. After the first prepaid year, contact onstar to select a monthly or annual subscription payment plan. If a payment plan is not selected, the onsta...

  • Page 129

    Onstar hands-free calling onstar hands-free calling allows eligible onstar subscribers to make and receive calls using voice commands. Hands-free calling is fully integrated into the vehicle, and can be used with onstar pre-paid minute packages. Most vehicles include 30 trial minutes good for 60 day...

  • Page 130

    How onstar service works the onstar system can record and transmit vehicle information. This information is automatically sent to an onstar call center when the onstar button is pressed, the emergency button is pressed, or if the airbags or aacn system deploy. This information usually includes the v...

  • Page 131: Universal Home Remote

    Universal home remote system 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 complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is ...

  • Page 132

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

  • Page 133

    2. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “learn” or “smart” button. It can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit and may be a colored button. Press this button. After pressing this button, complete the followi...

  • Page 134

    Programming universal home remote — fixed code for questions or help programming the universal home remote system, call 1-866-572-2728 or go to learcar2u.Com. Most garage door openers sold before 1996 are fixed code units. Programming a garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions, so read the...

  • Page 135

    The garage door opener receiver (motor head unit) could also have a row of dip switches that can be used when programming the universal home remote. If the total number of switches on the motor head and hand held transmitter are different, or if the dip switch settings are different, use the dip swi...

  • Page 136

    2. Write down the eight to 12 switch settings from left to right as follows: • when a switch is in the up position, write “left.” • when a switch is in the down position, write “right.” • if a switch is set between the up and down position, write “middle.” the switch settings written down in step 2 ...

  • Page 137

    5. After entering all of the switch positions, again, firmly press and release all three buttons at the same time. The indicator lights will turn on. 6. Press and hold the button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light above the selected button s...

  • Page 138: Storage Areas

    Storage areas glove box lift the glove box handle up to open it. Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box. Cupholders there are cupholders located in the full floor console, or in the front of the center seat console. Cupholders are also located in the rear armrest. Slide the cover back to acces...

  • Page 139: Center Flex Storage Unit

    Center flex storage unit this vehicle may have a center flex storage unit that includes a front center seat with a lap belt and an underseat storage compartment. The center seatback can also be used as an armrest. Cupholders are also located at the front edge of the storage unit and can be accessed ...

  • Page 140: Sunroof

    Sunroof the vehicle may have a power sunroof. The switches that operate the sunroof are located on the overhead console. To open or close the sunroof, the ignition must be turned to on/run or retained accessory power (rap) must be active. See retained accessory power (rap) on page 2-26. Express open...

  • Page 141: Section 3

    Instrument panel overview ...............................3-4 hazard warning flashers ................................3-6 horn .............................................................3-6 tilt wheel .....................................................3-6 power tilt wheel and telescopic steering ...

  • Page 142: Section 3

    Brake system warning light ..........................3-56 antilock brake system (abs) warning light .....3-57 traction control system (tcs) warning light ...3-58 stabilitrak ® indicator light .............................3-58 lane departure warning (ldw) light ..............3-59 engine coolant tempe...

  • Page 143: Notes

    ✍ notes 3-3.

  • Page 144: Instrument Panel Overview

    Instrument panel overview console-shift model shown, column-shift model similar 3-4.

  • Page 145

    The main components of the instrument panel are the following: a. Outlet adjustment on page 3-46. B. Driver information center (dic) on page 3-67. C. Exterior lamps on page 3-29. D. Instrument panel cluster on page 3-51. E. Horn on page 3-6. F. Audio steering wheel controls on page 3-127. G. Ultraso...

  • Page 147: Steering Column

    Power tilt wheel and telescopic steering column if the vehicle has this feature, the power tilt and telescope wheel control is located on the outboard side of the steering column. Press the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down. Press the control forward or rearward and the steeri...

  • Page 148

    Turn signal/multifunction lever the lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: g : turn and lane-change signals 2 3 : headlamp high/low-beam changer n : windshield wipers l : windshield washer _ : heated washer fluid flash-to-pass feature. Information for these features is...

  • Page 149: System

    Turn signal on chime if the turn signal is left on, a warning chime will sound and the driver information center (dic) will display turn signal on after driving about a mile to remind you to turn it off. See dic warnings and messages on page 3-73. Headlamp high/low-beam changer push forward to chang...

  • Page 150: Caution:

    The forward collision alert (fca) system provides an audible and visual alert if you approach a vehicle too quickly that is directly ahead. Fca also provides a visual alert with no audible alert if you are following another vehicle much too closely. The fca alert symbol is located on top of the inst...

  • Page 151: Caution:

    { caution: • on winding roads, fca may not detect a vehicle ahead. You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you. Do not rely on fca on winding roads. • when weather limits visibility, such as in fog, rain, or snow, fca performance is limited. There may not be enough warning distance to the vehicle in...

  • Page 152: Caution:

    Detecting the vehicle ahead the vehicle ahead symbol, located next to the fca symbol, will only appear when a vehicle ahead of you is detected in your path. If this symbol does not appear, or disappears briefly, fca will not respond to vehicles you may see ahead. The symbol may disappear on curves, ...

  • Page 153: Flash-to-Pass

    Other messages there are three messages that may appear on the driver information center (dic). They are clean radar, radar cruise not ready and service radar cruise. See dic warnings and messages on page 3-73. Cleaning the system the radar can become blocked by snow, ice, or dirt. If so, you may ne...

  • Page 154: Rainsense™ Ii Wipers

    Rainsense™ ii wipers for vehicles with this feature, the moisture sensor is mounted on the interior side of the windshield behind the rearview mirror. It is used to automatically operate the wipers by monitoring the amount of moisture build-up on the windshield. Wipes occur as needed to clear the wi...

  • Page 155: 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. J (washer fluid): press and release this paddle, located at the top of the turn signal/multifunction lever, to spr...

  • Page 156: Cruise Control

    Cruise control with cruise control, a speed of approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). A cruise control light appears in the instrument panel cluster when the cruise co...

  • Page 157: Caution:

    Setting cruise control { caution: if you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. The cruise con...

  • Page 158

    Resuming a set speed suppose the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied. This shuts off the cruise control. But it does not need to be reset. Once the vehicle is traveling approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, press the +res (resume/accelerate) button to return to...

  • Page 159: Adaptive Cruise Control

    Passing another vehicle while using cruise control use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, the vehicle slows down to the previous cruise control speed. Using cruise control on hills how well your cruise control works on hills depends upon the v...

  • Page 160: Caution:

    Acc uses radar to detect a vehicle directly ahead in your path, within a distance of 330 ft (100 m), and operates at speeds above 25 mph (40 km/h). When it is engaged by the driver, the system can apply limited braking or acceleration of the vehicle automatically to maintain a selected follow distan...

  • Page 161

    Caution: (continued) • when weather limits visibility, such as when in fog, rain, or snow conditions, adaptive cruise control performance is limited. There may not be enough distance to adapt to the changing traffic conditions. Do not use cruise control when visibility is low. The accs are located o...

  • Page 162: Caution:

    Engaging acc with the set button { caution: if you leave your adaptive cruise control switch on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the adaptive cruise control switch off until you want to...

  • Page 163

    Your vehicle will not reach the set speed until the system determines there is not a vehicle in front of you. At that point, your vehicle speed will increase to the set speed. Decreasing set speed while using acc press the set– button until you reach the lower speed desired, then release it. To slow...

  • Page 164: Caution:

    Alerting the driver the acc alert symbol is located on the display at the top of the instrument panel to the right of the driver. The alert symbol flashes and a warning beep sounds when driver action may be required. If acc is engaged, the alert symbol will flash when: • acc cannot apply sufficient ...

  • Page 165: Caution:

    { caution: when the adaptive cruise control radar is blocked by snow, ice, or dirt, it may not detect a vehicle ahead. Adaptive cruise control may not have time to slow your vehicle enough to avoid a collision. Do not use adaptive cruise control when the radar is blocked by snow, ice, or dirt. Keep ...

  • Page 166: Caution:

    Low-speed deactivation if your vehicle speed falls below 20 mph (32 km/h) while following a vehicle ahead, acc will begin to disengage. The driver alert symbol will flash and the warning beep will sound. The driver must take action since acc will not slow the vehicle to a stop. Passing a vehicle/acc...

  • Page 167

    When following a vehicle and entering a curve, acc could lose track of the vehicle in your lane and accelerate your vehicle. When this happens the vehicle ahead symbol will not appear. Acc may detect a vehicle that is not in your lane and apply the brakes. Acc may, occasionally, provide a driver ale...

  • Page 168: Caution:

    Highway exit ramps { caution: adaptive cruise control may lose track of the vehicle ahead and accelerate up to your set speed while entering or on highway exit ramps. You could be startled by this acceleration and even lose control of the vehicle. Disengage adaptive cruise control before entering a ...

  • Page 169: Exterior Lamps

    Erasing set speed memory press the acc button or turn the ignition off. Other messages there are three additional messages that may appear on the dic. They are service radar cruise, radar cruise not ready and clean radar. These messages will appear to indicate a problem with the acc. See dic warning...

  • Page 170

    The exterior lamps control has four positions: o (off): turns off the exterior lamps except for daytime running lamps (drl). Auto (automatic): automatically turns on the headlamps at normal brightness, together with the following: • parking lamps • instrument panel lights • intellibeam™ ; (parking l...

  • Page 171

    Driving with intellibeam™ intellibeam only activates the high-beams when driving over 20 mph (32 km/h). The high-beam headlamps remain on, under the automatic control of intellibeam, until any of the following situations occur: • the system detects an approaching vehicle’s headlamps. • the system de...

  • Page 172: Wiper Activated Headlamps

    You might need to manually disable or cancel the high-beam headlamps by turning the low-beam headlamps on, if any of the above conditions exist. Disabling and resetting intellibeam™ at the rearview mirror intellibeam can be disabled by using the controls on the inside rearview mirror. Auto 3 (on/off...

  • Page 173: 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. Daytime running lamps (drl) daytime running lamps (drl) can make it easier for others to see the front of yo...

  • Page 174: Fog Lamps

    Fog lamps use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. The fog lamps button is located on the exterior lamps control to the left of the steering column. # (fog lamps): press the exterior lamps button to turn the fog lamps on or off. A light comes on in the instrument panel clust...

  • Page 175: Courtesy Lamps

    Courtesy lamps the courtesy lamps are located on the headliner above the rear seat. These lamps come on by turning the instrument panel brightness knob fully clockwise or when any door is opened and it is dark outside. Puddle lamps are located on the bottom of the front and rear door trim. Professio...

  • Page 176: Footwell Lamps

    Footwell lamps for vehicles with footwell lamps, they are located under the instrument panel and at the rear of the front seats. These lamps provide soft light to the front and rear floor areas. They dim with the instrument panel cluster lights. Footwell lighting brightness can be adjusted with the ...

  • Page 177

    The battery can be discharged at idle if the electrical loads are very high. This is true for all vehicles. This is because the generator (alternator) may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads. A high electrical load occurs when se...

  • Page 178: Accessory Power Outlet(S)

    Accessory power outlet(s) the accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cellular telephone. If the vehicle has a center console, the power outlet is located inside the lower storage area. There are outlets also on the right front lower part of the driver’s seat a...

  • Page 179: Ashtray(S)

    Ashtray(s) notice: if papers, pins, or other flammable items are put in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage the vehicle. Never put flammable items in the ashtray. Front ashtray with the full floor console, the ashtray is located below the clim...

  • Page 180: Climate Controls

    Climate controls dual climate control system the heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. A. Fan control b. Display c. Air delivery mode control d. Driver and passenger temperature controls e. Air conditioning f. Outside air or aux g. Recirculation h. Pas...

  • Page 181

    Automatic operation auto 9 (automatic fan): when this position is selected on the fan control, the system adjusts the fan speed. If the onstar ® system is activated when this position is selected, the climate control fan speed will lower. Auto (automatic mode): 1. Turn the fan control to the auto po...

  • Page 182

    Manual operation 9 (off): turns the entire climate control system off. Outside air still enters the vehicle and is directed to the floor. The airflow direction and temperature can be adjusted, as indicated below. If the temperature is adjusted while the system is off, the display will light to show ...

  • Page 183

    0 (defrost): this mode clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield and side window outlets. When selected, the system automatically turns off recirculation and runs the air conditioning compressor, unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing. Reci...

  • Page 184

    Rear window defogger the rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. (rear defogger): press 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 will turn off approximately 20 mi...

  • Page 185

    There is also an interior temperature sensor located next to the steering wheel that measures the temperature of the air inside the vehicle. There is also an exterior temperature sensor located behind the front grille. This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature ...

  • Page 186: Outlet Adjustment

    Outlet adjustment for the front outlets, use the thumbwheel located below each outlet to change the direction of the airflow. Use the thumbwheel located next to the outlets to shut the airflow or to open the outlets and re-direct the air. For the rear outlets, slide the lever left or right and up or...

  • Page 187

    Aux (auxiliary): press the aux button located on the front climate control panel to turn the rear climate control system on or off. When turned on the rear system operates in automatic mode and the temperature settings selected for the front climate control panel will also be selected for the rear p...

  • Page 188

    Manual operation «a ª (fan control): press to increase or decrease the fan speed. « b ª (temperature control): press to increase or decrease the temperature for the rear seat passengers. Once the rear temperature setting is changed from following the front temperature setting, it will no longer foll...

  • Page 189

    To access the passenger compartment air filter: 1. Use a tool to remove the cover. If the vehicle has tabs that allow the cover to be unlatched with your fingers, a tool will not be needed for this step. 2. Then, insert a tool behind the push pin located on the inboard side of the air filter compart...

  • Page 190: Indicators

    3. To remove the air filter, insert a tool between the air filter and the compartment wall on the outboard side of the vehicle. Then, push in to flatten the pin holding the air filter in place. Gently remove the air filter and any loose debris that may be inside the air filter compartment. 4. Insert...

  • Page 191: Instrument Panel Cluster

    Instrument panel cluster the instrument panel cluster is designed to show how the vehicle is running. It show how fast the vehicle is going, how much fuel has been used and many of the other things needed drive safely and economically. United states version shown, canada similar 3-51.

  • Page 192: Speedometer And Odometer

    Speedometer and odometer the speedometer shows the speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). See “mph (km)” under dic operation and displays on page 3-68 for more information. The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running. The vehicle’s odometer works toget...

  • Page 193: Safety Belt Reminders

    Safety belt reminders safety belt reminder light when the engine is started, a chime sounds for several seconds to remind a driver to fasten the safety belt, unless the driver safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light comes on and stays on for several seconds, then flashes for several mo...

  • Page 194: Airbag Readiness Light

    Airbag readiness light the system checks the airbag’s electrical system for possible malfunctions. If the light stays on it indicates there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic mo...

  • Page 195: Caution:

    Passenger airbag status indicator the vehicle has the passenger sensing system. See passenger sensing system on page 1-64 for important safety information. The overhead console has a passenger airbag status indicator. When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light on a...

  • Page 196: Charging System Light

    Charging system light this light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned to start, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. The light should go out once the engine starts. If it stays on, or comes on ...

  • Page 197: Caution:

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

  • Page 198: Warning Light

    Traction control system (tcs) warning light this warning light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light will then go off. If it stays on, or comes on while driving, there may b...

  • Page 199: Light

    Lane departure warning (ldw) light for vehicles with the lane departure warning system, this light briefly comes on amber, while starting the vehicle, to indicate that it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator li...

  • Page 200: Tire Pressure Light

    Engine coolant temperature gage this gage shows the engine coolant temperature. It indicates when the engine has warmed up and if the cooling system is operating properly. If the gage pointer moves into the shaded area, the engine coolant is too hot and the engine coolant temperature warning light c...

  • Page 201: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    When the light is on steady this indicates that one or more of the tires is significantly underinflated. A tire pressure message in the driver information center (dic), can accompany the light. See dic warnings and messages on page 3-73 for more information. Stop and check the tires as soon as it is...

  • Page 202

    Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle. This system assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. Notice: if the vehicle is continually driven with this light on,...

  • Page 203

    Light on steady: an emission control system malfunction has been detected on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. An emission system malfunction might be corrected by doing the following: • make sure the fuel cap is fully installed. See filling the tank on page 5-7. The diagnostic s...

  • Page 204: Oil Pressure Light

    Emissions inspection and maintenance programs some state/provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on the vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things to know to help the vehi...

  • Page 205: Security Light

    This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle...

  • Page 206: Cruise Control Light

    Cruise control light this light comes on whenever the cruise control is set. The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off. See cruise control on page 3-16 and adaptive cruise control on page 3-19 for more information. Highbeam on light this light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are...

  • Page 207

    Here are a few situations that may occur with the fuel gage. All of these 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 the vehicle is turning, stops quickly or a...

  • Page 208

    Dic operation and displays the driver information center (dic) has different displays which can be accessed by pressing the dic buttons located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel. 3 trip/fuel: press this button to scroll through the trip and fuel displays. See “trip/fuel disp...

  • Page 209

    Fuel range this display shows the approximate number of remaining miles (mi) or kilometers (km) you can drive without refilling the fuel tank. This estimate is based on the current driving conditions and will change if the driving conditions change. For example, if you are driving in traffic and mak...

  • Page 210

    Average speed this display shows the average speed of the vehicle in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). This average is calculated based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset of this display. To reset this display, press the set/reset button. The display...

  • Page 211

    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 front and rear parking assist (ufrpa) system, this display allows the ...

  • Page 212

    Speed limit: xxx mph (speed limit: xxx km/h) or advisory: xxx mph (advisory: xxx km/h) this display will show the speed limit or the advised speed as determined by the information on the map disc in the navigation system. If there is no map disc in the navigation system, this display will not be ava...

  • Page 213: Dic Warnings And Messages

    Dic warnings and messages these messages appear if there is a problem detected in one of your vehicle’s systems. You must acknowledge a message to clear it from the screen for further use. To clear a message, press the set/reset button. Be sure to take any message that appears on the screen seriousl...

  • Page 214

    Check tire pressure on vehicles with the tire pressure monitor system (tpms), this message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle’s tires needs to be checked. This message also displays left front, right front, left rear, or right rear to indicate which tire needs to be checked. Yo...

  • Page 215

    Engine hot – a/c (air conditioning) off this message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. See engine coolant temperature gage on page 3-60. To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off. When the coola...

  • Page 216

    Engine power reduced this message displays when the engine power is being reduced to protect the engine from damage. There could be several malfunctions that might cause this message. Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle’s ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no reductio...

  • Page 217

    Heated washer fluid system off this message displays when you manually turn off the heated washer fluid system or when the system automatically turns off. See “heated washer fluid” under windshield washer on page 3-15 for more information. Heating wash (washer) fluid wash (washer) wipes pending this...

  • Page 218

    No cruise braking gas pedal applied this message displays when the adaptive cruise control (acc) is engaged and you are pressing the accelerator pedal enough to disable acc automatic braking. See adaptive cruise control on page 3-19 for more information. Oil pressure low stop engine notice: if you d...

  • Page 219

    Radar cruise not ready this message displays when the adaptive cruise control (acc) system will not activate due to a temporary condition. Your vehicle does not require service. If this message appears when you attempt to activate the system, continue driving for several minutes and then try activat...

  • Page 220

    Service a/c system this message displays when the air delivery mode door or the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and heating systems are no longer working. Have the climate control system serviced by your dealer/retailer if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning effici...

  • Page 221

    Service parking assist if your vehicle has the ultrasonic front and rear parking assist (ufrpa) system, this message displays if there is a problem with the ufrpa system. Do not use this system to help you park. See ultrasonic front and rear parking assist (ufrpa) on page 2-42 for more information. ...

  • Page 222

    Service suspension sys (system) this message displays when the magnetic ride control or automatic leveling control system is not operating properly. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. Service theft deterrent system this message displays when there is a problem with the theft-deterre...

  • Page 223

    Side blind zone alert system off if your vehicle has the side blind zone alert (sbza) system, this message displays when the sbza system has been turned off. See side blind zone alert (sbza) on page 2-45 and dic operation and displays on page 3-68 for more information. Side blind zone system unavail...

  • Page 224

    Starting disabled service throttle this message displays when your vehicle’s throttle system is not functioning properly. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. Theft attempted this symbol appears with this message. This message displays if the content theft-deterrent system has detecte...

  • Page 225

    Transmission hot idle engine notice: if you drive your vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and/or dic, you can damage the transmission. This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by...

  • Page 226: Dic Vehicle Customization

    Dic vehicle customization your vehicle has customization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to one preferred setting. Customization features can only be programmed to one setting on the vehicle and cannot be programmed to a preferred setting for two different drivers. All of the...

  • Page 227

    Display language this feature allows you to select the language in which the dic messages will appear. Press the customization button until the display language screen appears on the dic display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature. Then press the menu up/down but...

  • Page 228

    Auto door unlock this feature allows you to select whether or not to turn off the automatic door unlocking feature. It also allows you to select which doors and when the doors will automatically unlock. See programmable automatic door locks on page 2-11 for more information. Press the customization ...

  • Page 229

    To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the dic. Remote door unlock this feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when unlocking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. You will not receive feedback when...

  • Page 230

    Exit lighting this feature allows you to select the amount of time you want the exterior lamps to remain on when it is dark enough outside. This happens after the key is turned from on/run to lock/off. Press the customization button until exit lighting appears on the dic display. Press the set/reset...

  • Page 231

    Chime volume this feature allows you to select the volume level of the chime. Press the customization button until chime volume appears on the dic display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature. Then press the menu up/down button to scroll through the following sett...

  • Page 232

    Easy exit recall if your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select your preference for the automatic easy exit seat feature. See memory seat, mirrors and steering wheel on page 1-6 for more information. Press the customization button until easy exit recall appears on the dic display. Press t...

  • Page 233

    Seat/tilt: the driver’s seat and the steering wheel tilt feature will recall. Seat/telescope: the driver’s seat and the steering column telescope feature will recall. Tilt/telescope: the steering wheel tilt and steering column telescope features will recall. All (default): the driver’s seat and the ...

  • Page 234

    Remote start if your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to turn the remote start off or on. The remote start feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. See remote vehicle start on page 2-7 for more information. Press the ...

  • Page 235: Audio System(S)

    Audio system(s) determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to become familiar with its features. { caution: taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you or others. Do not give extended attention to entertainment ta...

  • Page 236: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock radio with a single cd or a six-disc cd player the 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 as the analog clock, you ...

  • Page 237

    For a six-disc cd player to turn the radio clock display on or off: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press the menu button until h is displayed 3. Press the pushbutton located under h until the clock and date settings appear. 4. Press the pushbutton located under the forward arrow tab until the menu for def...

  • Page 238

    For a six-disc cd player this type of radio has a menu button for setting the time and date. To set the time and date: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press the menu button until h option is displayed. 3. Press the pushbutton located under h and the hr, min, mm, dd, yyyy (hour, minute, month, day, and year...

  • Page 239: Radio(S) (Mp3)

    For the six-disc cd player to change the time and date default setting: 1. Change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour or the date default setting from month/day/ year to day/month/year, by pressing the menu button. 2. Once h displays, press the pushbutton located under h until the time ...

  • Page 240

    Playing the radio o (power/volume): press to turn the system on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume. Speed compensated volume (scv): radios with scv automatically adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise while driving. That way, the volume level should sound about ...

  • Page 241

    Finding a station band: press to switch between am, fm, or xm™. The selection displays. A (tune): turn to select radio stations. © seek ¨ : press the arrows to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. To scan stations, press and hold either arrow for three seconds until a beep sound...

  • Page 242

    The number of favorites pages can be setup using the menu button. To setup the number of favorites pages: 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 pressing the pushbutton loca...

  • Page 243

    Eq (equalization): for the non-bose ® amplified radio, perform the following steps to setup the equalization settings: 1. Press the a knob until the equalization label displays. 2. Press the pushbutton located under the equalization label to get choices of pop, rock, ctry (country), talk, jazz, and ...

  • Page 244

    Digital signal processing (dsp) this feature is used to provide a choice of four different listening experiences. Dsp can be used while listening to the audio system or a cd. To change the dsp mode, press the a knob until the dsp control label displays. Press the pushbutton located under the dsp lab...

  • Page 245

    Undesired xm categories can be removed through the setup menu. To remove an undesired category: 1. Press the menu button to display the radio setup menu. 2. Press the pushbutton located below the xm cat tab. 3. Turn the a knob to display the category to be removed. 4. Press the pushbutton located un...

  • Page 246

    Playing a cd (single cd player) insert a cd partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in and the cd should begin playing. If the ignition or radio is turned off with a cd in the player, it stays in the player. When the ignition or radio is turned on, the cd starts playing where it st...

  • Page 247

    Playing a cd(s) (six-disc cd player) load ^ : press to load cds into the cd player. The cd player holds up to six cds. To insert one cd: 1. Press and release the load button. 2. Wait for the message to insert the disc. 3. Load a cd. Insert the cd partway into the slot, label side up. The player pull...

  • Page 248

    Rdm (random) (radio with six-disc cd player): with the random setting, cd tracks can be played in random, rather than sequential order, on one cd or all cds in a six-disc cd player. To use random: • press the pushbutton positioned under the rdm tab until randomize current disc displays to play the t...

  • Page 249

    If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer/retailer. If the radio displays an error message, write it down and provide it to your dealer/retailer when reporting the problem. Using the auxiliary input jack the radio system has an auxiliary input jack locate...

  • Page 250: 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 251

    • 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 252

    Order of play tracks recorded to the cd-r or cd-rw play in the following order: • play begins from the first track in the first playlist and continues sequentially through all tracks in each playlist. When the last track of the last playlist has played, play continues from the first track of the fir...

  • Page 253

    Playing an mp3/wma insert a cd-r or cd-rw partway into the slot (single cd player), or press the load button and wait for the message to insert disc (six-disc cd player), label side up. The player pulls it in, and the cd-r or cd-rw should begin playing. Z (eject): press this button to eject cd-r(s) ...

  • Page 254

    Rdm (random): with the random setting, mp3/wma files on the cd-r can be played in random, rather than sequential order, on one cd-r/cd-rw or all discs in a six-disc cd player. To use random: 1. Press the pushbutton positioned under the rdm label until random current disc displays to play mp3/wma fil...

  • Page 255: Xm Radio Messages

    Band: press to listen to the radio when a cd is playing. The inactive cd remains inside the radio for future listening. Cd/aux (cd/auxiliary): press to play a cd when listening to the radio. The cd icon and a message showing disc and/or track number displays when a cd is in the player. Press this bu...

  • Page 256: Navigation/radio System

    Cat not found: there are no channels available for the selected category. The system is working properly. Xm theftlocked: the xm receiver in the vehicle could have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, xm receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles. If this message is received ...

  • Page 257

    Audio system when using the in-vehicle bluetooth system, sound comes through the vehicle’s front audio system speakers and overrides the audio system. Use the audio system volume knob, during a call, to change the volume level. The adjusted volume level remains in memory for later calls. To prevent ...

  • Page 258

    Pairing a phone 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with “ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “bluetooth”. The system responds with “bluetooth ready” followed by a tone. 3. Say “pair”. The system responds with instructions and a four digit pin number. The pin number will be used...

  • Page 259

    Linking to a different phone 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with “ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “bluetooth”. The system responds with “bluetooth ready” followed by a tone. 3. Say “change phone”. The system responds with “please wait while i search for other phones”. •...

  • Page 260

    4. After the system stores the phone number, it responds with “please say the name tag” followed by a tone. 5. Say a name tag for the phone number. The name tag is recorded and the system responds with “about to store . Does that sound ok?”. • if the name tag does not sound correct, say “no” and rep...

  • Page 261

    Using the directory command the directory command lists all of the name tags stored by the system. To use the directory command: 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with “ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “directory”. The system responds with “directory” and then plays back al...

  • Page 262

    Making a call calls can be made using the following commands: • dial • digit dial • call • re-dial using the dial command 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with “ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “dial”. The system responds with “dial using . “number please” followed by a to...

  • Page 263

    3. Say the name tag of the person to call. • if the system clearly recognizes the name tag it responds with “ok, calling, ” and dials the number. • if the system is unsure it recognizes the right name tag, it confirms the name tag followed by a tone. If the name tag is correct, say “yes”. The system...

  • Page 264

    Three-way calling three-way calling must be supported on the bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. 1. While on a call press b g . The system responds with “ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “three-way call”. The system responds with “three-way call, please say dial or ...

  • Page 265

    To transfer audio to the in-vehicle bluetooth system the cellular phone must be paired and connected with the bluetooth system before a call can be transferred. The connection process can take up to two minutes after the key is turned to the on/run or acc/accessory position. During a call with the a...

  • Page 266

    Sending a stored name tag during a call 1. Press b g . The system responds with “ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “send name tag.” the system responds with “say a name tag to send tones” followed by a tone. 3. Say the name tag to send. • if the system clearly recognizes the name tag it responds wit...

  • Page 267: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Theft-deterrent feature theftlock ® is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle’s radio by learning a portion of the vehicle identification number (vin). The radio does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle. Audio steering wheel controls vehicles with audio steering wheel co...

  • Page 268: Radio Reception

    Radio reception frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the a...

  • Page 269: Backglass Antenna

    Backglass antenna the am-fm antenna is integrated with the rear window defogger, located in the rear window. Make sure that the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surface is damaged, it could interfere with radio receptio...

  • Page 270: Notes

    ✍ notes 3-130

  • Page 271: Section 4

    Your driving, the road, and the vehicle ............4-2 driving for better fuel economy .......................4-2 defensive driving ...........................................4-2 drunk driving .................................................4-3 control of a vehicle ...................................

  • Page 272: The Vehicle

    Your driving, the road, and the vehicle driving for better fuel economy driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. • avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. • brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops. • avoid idling the engine for long ...

  • Page 273: Drunk Driving

    Drunk driving { caution: drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious — or even fatal — collision if you drive after drinking. Do not drink and drive or ride with a drive...

  • Page 274: Braking

    Braking see brake system warning light on page 3-56. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Average reaction time is about three-fourths of a second. But that is only an average. It might be ...

  • Page 275: Braking In Emergencies

    If there is a problem with abs, this warning light stays on. See antilock brake system (abs) warning light on page 3-57. 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...

  • Page 276: Stabilitrak

    Stabilitrak ® system the vehicle may have the stabilitrak system which combines antilock brake, traction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions. This is accomplished by selectively applying any one of the vehicle’s br...

  • Page 277

    The tcs and stabilitrak ® light will flash when the system is limiting wheel spin. The system may be heard or felt while it is working, but this is normal. See traction control system (tcs) warning light on page 3-58 for more information. If the vehicle is in cruise control when tcs begins to limit ...

  • Page 278: Magnetic Ride Control™

    Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affect the vehicle’s performance. See accessories and modifications on page 5-3 for more information. Magnetic ride control™ the vehicle may have magnetic ride control that automatically adjusts the ride of the vehicle. The controller receives input fro...

  • Page 279

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

  • Page 280: Off-Road Recovery

    Off-road recovery the vehicle’s right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while 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, steer so that the vehicle...

  • Page 281

    Skidding in a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to the vehicle’s three control systems...

  • Page 282: Driving At Night

    Driving at night night driving is more dangerous than day driving because some drivers are likely to be impaired — by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Night driving tips include: • drive defensively. • do not drink and drive. • reduce headlamp glare by adjusting the insid...

  • Page 283: Caution:

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

  • Page 284: Highway Hypnosis

    Before leaving on a long trip to prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing. Things to check on your own include: • windshield washer fluid: reservoir full? Windows clean — inside and outside? • wiper blades: in good shape? • fuel, engi...

  • Page 285: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Hill and mountain roads driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: • keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. • check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. • going...

  • Page 286: Winter Driving

    Winter driving driving on snow or ice drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 32°f (0°c) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until...

  • Page 287: Caution:

    { caution: snow can trap engine exhaust under the vehicle. This may cause exhaust gases to get inside. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (co) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: • clear away snow from around the bas...

  • Page 288: Mud, Ice, Or Snow

    If your vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See rocking your vehicle to get it out on page 4-19. If the vehicle has a traction system, it can often help to free a stuck vehicle. Refer to the vehi...

  • Page 289: Loading The Vehicle

    Rocking your vehicle to get it out turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction or stability system. Shift back and forth between r (reverse) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. To prevent transmission wear, wait u...

  • Page 290

    Tire and loading information label a vehicle specific tire and loading information label is attached to the vehicle’s 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...

  • Page 291

    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 292

    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 293

    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 294: Caution:

    If your vehicle is a professional vehicle, the vehicle specific certification label is provided by the final stage manufacturer. The coach-builder should be consulted if the final stage manufacturer’s label is not present. The gross vehicle weight rating gvwr label should be on the driver’s door edg...

  • Page 295: 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 sudde...

  • Page 296: Towing

    Towing towing your vehicle consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed. See roadside service on page 7-7. To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “recreational vehicle towing” follow...

  • Page 297

    Dinghy towing notice: if the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not tow the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wh...

  • Page 298: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer the cadillac professional vehicle cannot tow a trailer. { caution: the driver can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct equipment is not used or the vehicle is not driven properly. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even at all. ...

  • Page 299

    Pulling a trailer here are some important points: • there are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure the rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you will be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provinc...

  • Page 300

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

  • Page 301

    Hitches it is important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why the right hitch is needed. Here are some rules to follow: • the rear bumper on the vehicle is not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-ty...

  • Page 302

    Driving with a trailer towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Get to know the rig before setting out for the open road. Get acquainted with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now longer...

  • Page 303: Caution:

    Turn signals when towing a trailer the arrows on the instrument panel flash whenever signaling a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps also flash, telling other drivers the vehicle is turning, changing lanes or stopping. When towing a trailer, the arrows on the instrument panel ...

  • Page 304

    Leaving after parking on a hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: • start the engine, • shift into a gear, and • release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Mainte...

  • Page 305: Section 5

    Service ............................................................5-3 accessories and modifications ..........................5-3 california proposition 65 warning .....................5-4 california perchlorate materials requirements .....5-4 doing your own service work .........................5...

  • Page 306: Section 5

    Tire chains ..................................................5-73 if a tire goes flat ........................................5-74 changing a flat tire .....................................5-74 removing the spare tire and tools ................5-76 removing the flat tire and installing the spare ti...

  • Page 307: Service

    Service for service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer. You will receive genuine gm parts and gm-trained and supported service people. Genuine gm parts have one of these marks: accessories and modifications when non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added to the vehicle, they can affect v...

  • Page 308: Requirements

    California proposition 65 warning most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many fluids, and some co...

  • Page 309: The Vehicle

    Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See maintenance record on page 6-15. Adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle things added to the outside of the vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This can cause wind noise and can af...

  • Page 310: Additives

    The malfunction indicator lamp could turn on and the vehicle might fail a smog-check test. See malfunction indicator lamp on page 3-61. If this occurs, return to your authorized dealer/retailer for diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used, repairs might no...

  • Page 311: Filling The Tank

    Fuels in foreign countries if you plan on driving in another country outside the united states or canada, the proper fuel might be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covere...

  • Page 312: Caution:

    To open the fuel door, push the rearward center edge in and release and it will open. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise. The fuel cap has a spring in it; if the cap is released too soon, it will spring back to the right. While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap from the hook...

  • Page 313: Caution:

    The tighten gas cap message displays on the driver information center (dic) if the fuel cap is not properly installed. See dic warnings and messages on page 3-73 for more information. { caution: if a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting...

  • Page 314: Checking Things Under

    Checking things under the hood { caution: an electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { caution: things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liqu...

  • Page 315: Hood Release

    Hood release to lift the hood: 1. Pull the hood release lever with this symbol on it. It is located 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, located near the center of the hood. Move the release lever up and to ...

  • Page 316

    Engine compartment overview when you open the hood, here is what you will see: 4.6l l37 engine shown, 4.6l ld8 engine similar 5-12.

  • Page 317: Engine Oil

    A. Underhood fuse block on page 5-95. B. Remote positive (+) terminal. See jump starting on page 5-38. C. Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See “adding washer fluid” under windshield washer fluid on page 5-32. D. Engine coolant surge tank and pressure cap. See engine coolant on page 5-23. E. Remote...

  • Page 318

    When to add engine oil if the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, add at least one quart/liter of the recommended oil. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see capacities and specifications on page 5-103. Notice: do not add too...

  • Page 319

    What kind of engine oil to use look for three things: • gm4718m this 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. Use only an oil that meets gm standard gm47...

  • Page 320: Engine Oil Life System

    Engine oil additives / engine oil flushes do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils with the starburst symbol that meet gm standards are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered b...

  • Page 321: Engine Air Cleaner/filter

    How to reset the engine oil life system the engine oil life system calculates when to change the engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Whenever the oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where the oil is changed prior to...

  • Page 322: Caution:

    How to inspect the engine air cleaner/filter to inspect the air cleaner/filter, remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt. If the filter remains caked with dirt, a new filter is required. To inspect or replace the filter: 1. Remove the two screws ...

  • Page 323

    Automatic transmission fluid when to check and change automatic transmission fluid a good time to check the automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in additional required services on page 6-5, and be sure to use the tr...

  • Page 324

    Checking the fluid level prepare the vehicle as follows: 1. Park the vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. 2. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in p (park). 3. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three se...

  • Page 325

    How to add automatic transmission fluid refer to the maintenance schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See recommended fluids and lubricants on page 6-11. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dips...

  • Page 326: Cooling System

    Cooling system the cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. A. Coolant surge tank with pressure cap b. Electric engine cooling fans 4.6l l37 engine shown, 4.6l ld8 engine similar 5-22.

  • Page 327: Caution:

    { caution: an electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { caution: heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If y...

  • Page 328: Caution:

    What to use { caution: adding only plain water to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture...

  • Page 329: Caution:

    Checking coolant the vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant recovery tank. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. If coolant is visible but the coolant lev...

  • Page 330: Caution:

    { caution: steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the surge tank pressure cap — even a little — they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the surge tank pressure cap, ...

  • Page 331

    4. With the coolant surge tank cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mixture to ...

  • Page 332: Engine Overheating

    Engine overheating the vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating. There is an engine temperature warning light and/or gage on the instrument panel cluster. See engine coolant temperature warning light on page 3-59 and engine coolant temperature gage on page 3-60. The vehicle may a...

  • Page 333: Caution:

    If steam is coming from the engine compartment { caution: steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is...

  • Page 334: Operating Mode

    If the temperature overheat gage is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays, the vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive the vehicle slow for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe vehicle distance from the car in front of you. If the warning does not come back on, continue ...

  • Page 335: Power Steering Fluid

    Power steering fluid the power steering fluid reservoir is located next to the underhood fuse block on the passenger side of the vehicle. See engine compartment overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. When to check power steering fluid it is not necessary to regularly check power ste...

  • Page 336: Windshield Washer Fluid

    Windshield washer fluid what to use when the vehicle needs windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If the vehicle will be operating in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. Addi...

  • Page 337: Brakes

    Brakes brake fluid the brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with dot 3 brake fluid. See engine compartment overview on page 5-12 for reservoir location and access. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down: • the brake fluid level goes down because of n...

  • Page 338: Caution:

    What to add use only new dot 3 brake fluid from a sealed container. See recommended fluids and lubricants on page 6-11. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir. { caution: with the wrong kind of fluid...

  • Page 339

    Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in capacities and specifications on page 5-103. Brake linings should always be replaced as comp...

  • Page 340: Battery

    Battery this vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When it is time for a new battery, see your dealer/retailer for one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label. Warning: battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known ...

  • Page 341: Caution:

    To be sure the vent hose (a) is properly attached, the vent hose connectors (b) must be securely reattached to the vent outlets (c) on each side of the battery and the vent assembly grommet (d) must be secured to the floor pan (e). Vehicle storage { caution: batteries have acid that can burn you and...

  • Page 342: Jump Starting

    Jump starting if the vehicle’s battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. { caution: batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: • they contain acid that can burn you. • they c...

  • Page 343

    Notice: if you leave the radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the warranty. Always turn off the radio and other accessories when jump starting the vehicle. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnece...

  • Page 344: Caution:

    You will not see the battery of your vehicle under the hood. It is located under the rear passenger’s seat. You will not need to access the battery for jump starting. The remote terminals are for that purpose. { caution: an electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure...

  • Page 345: 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 346

    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 the vehicle warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each ot...

  • Page 347: Headlamp Aiming

    Headlamp aiming the vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system. The aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. However, if the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected and adjustment may be necessary. If oncoming vehicles flash their hig...

  • Page 348

    To adjust the vertical aim: 1. Open the hood. See hood release on page 5-11 for more information. 2. Find the center line running through the lens of the headlamp. 3. Record the distance from the ground to the center line running through the lens of the headlamp. 4. At a wall, measure from the groun...

  • Page 349

    7. Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws. They are located under the hood near each headlamp assembly. First lift the flap to access either of them. Each one is the top outboard screw by the “v” on the cover panel next to the aiming flap. The adjustment screw can be turned with a 6 mm hex wrenc...

  • Page 350: Bulb Replacement

    Bulb replacement it is recommended that all bulbs be replaced by your dealer/retailer. 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 ...

  • Page 351

    To remove and replace the wiper blade element: 1. The wiper blade element has two notches at one end which are engaged by the bottom claw set of the wiper blade. At the notched end of the wiper blade, pull the wiper blade element from the wiper blade assembly. 2. Replace the element by starting at t...

  • Page 352: Tires

    Tires your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your vehicle warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer. { caution: • poorly mai...

  • Page 353: Tire Sidewall Labeling

    Tire sidewall labeling useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. (a) tire size : the tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “tire size” illustration later ...

  • Page 354

    (e) tire ply material : the type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (f) uniform tire quality grading (utqg) : tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance. For more information see unif...

  • Page 355

    (c) tire identification number (tin) : 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, although only one side may have the date of manufacture. (d) maximum cold inflatio...

  • Page 356

    (b) tpc spec (tire performance criteria specification) : original equipment tires designed to gm’s specific tire performance criteria have a tpc specification code molded onto the sidewall. Gm’s tpc specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. (c) dual tire maximum load : maximum loa...

  • Page 357

    Tire size the following illustration shows an example of a tire size. (a) p-metric tire : the united states version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter p as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the u. S. Tire and rim association. (...

  • Page 358

    Tire terminology and definitions air pressure : the amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kpa). Accessory weight : this means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples ...

  • Page 359

    Intended outboard sidewall : the side of an asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kpa) : the metric unit for air pressure. Light truck (lt-metric) tire : a tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Load index : an assig...

  • Page 360

    Rim : a metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall : the portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. Speed rating : an alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate. Traction : the friction between the tire and th...

  • Page 361: Inflation - Tire Pressure

    Inflation - tire pressure tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Notice: do not let anyone tell you that under-inflation or over-inflation is all right. It is not. If your tires do not have enough air (under-inflation), you can get the following: • too much flexing • t...

  • Page 362

    How to check use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under-inflated. Check the tire’s inflation pressure when the tires are cold. Cold means y...

  • Page 363: 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 364

    Tire pressure monitor system the tire pressure monitor system (tpms) uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels. The tpms sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle’s tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle. Each tire, including the sp...

  • Page 365

    Federal communications commission (fcc) and industry and science canada the tire pressure monitor system (tpms) operates on a radio frequency and 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 d...

  • Page 366

    Using the dic, tire pressure levels can be viewed by the driver. For additional information and details about the dic operation and displays see dic operation and displays on page 3-68 and dic warnings and messages on page 3-73. The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when th...

  • Page 367

    • one or more tpms sensors are missing or damaged. The dic message and the tpms malfunction light should go off when the tpms sensors are installed and the sensor matching process is performed successfully. See your dealer/ retailer for service. • replacement tires or wheels do not match your vehicl...

  • Page 368

    You have two minutes to match the first tire/wheel position, and five minutes overall to match all four tire/wheel positions. If it takes longer than two minutes, to match the first tire and wheel, or more than five minutes to match all four tire and wheel positions the matching process stops and yo...

  • Page 369

    Tire inspection and rotation we recommend that you regularly inspect your vehicle’s tires, including the spare tire, for signs of wear or damage. See when it is time for new tires on page 5-67 for more information. Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). See schedule...

  • Page 370: Caution:

    A five-tire rotation pattern may be used for your professional vehicle, if it has a full-size spare tire and wheel assembly that matches the original equipment tires and wheels in size, type and brand. The correct five-tire rotation pattern is shown. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the fro...

  • Page 371

    When it is time for new tires various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions influence when you need 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/...

  • Page 372: Buying New Tires

    Buying new tires gm has developed and matched specific tires for your vehicle. The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle, when it was new, were designed to meet general motors tire performance criteria specification (tpc spec) system rating. If you need replacement tires, gm strongly re...

  • Page 373: Caution:

    { caution: if you use bias-ply tires on the vehicle, the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle. If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those that do...

  • Page 374

    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 375: Wheel Replacement

    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 376: Caution:

    Your gm dealer/retailer will know the kind of wheel you need. Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, or tire pressure monitor system (t...

  • Page 377: Caution:

    Used replacement wheels { caution: putting a used wheel on the 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: do not use ...

  • Page 378: If A Tire Goes Flat

    If a tire goes flat it is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a blowout, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to d...

  • Page 379: Caution:

    { caution: changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people. You and they could be badly injured or even killed. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put th...

  • Page 380

    Removing the spare tire and tools the equipment needed is in the trunk. To access the equipment: 1. Open the trunk. See trunk on page 2-13 for more information. 2. Press the area at the front of the handle located on the cover so that the back edge raises. 3. Grab the handle and remove the cover. 4....

  • Page 381: Installing The Spare Tire

    The tools to be used are the jack (a) and the wheel wrench (b). Removing the flat tire and installing the spare tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See changing a flat tire on page 5-74 for more information. 2. For models having aluminum wheels with a center wheel cover, use the flat end of...

  • Page 382

    3. For models with exposed lug nuts, loosen them using the wheel wrench. Do not remove them yet. 4. Find the jacking location from the diagram above and use the corresponding cutouts located in the plastic molding. The front location is (a) 8.5 inches (21 cm) from the rear edge of the front wheel we...

  • Page 383: Caution:

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

  • Page 384

    8. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the spare tire to fit under the vehicle. 9. Remove all wheel nuts and the flat tire. 10. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare wheel. 5-80

  • Page 385: Caution:

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

  • Page 386: Caution:

    13. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. { caution: wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specificatio...

  • Page 387: Tools

    14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. If your vehicle is equipped with wheel nut covers, screw the nut covers on with your fingers, then tighten one-quarter turn with the wheel wrench. Notice: wheel covers will not fit on your vehicle’s compact spare. If you try to put...

  • Page 388

    A. Cover b. Wing nut c. Retainer d. Jack and wheel wrench e. Jack container f. Spare tire g. Bolt 1. Open the trunk. See trunk on page 2-13. 2. Reinstall the spare tire (f), face down, making sure to line up the wheel center hole with the bolt (g) and place it on the compartment floor. 3. Insert the...

  • Page 389: Spare Tire

    Spare tire compact spare tire your vehicle may have a compact spare tire. Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kpa). After installing the compact spare on the vehicl...

  • Page 390: Appearance Care

    Appearance care interior cleaning the vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt can accumulate on the upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfaces. Regular vacuuming is recommended to remove parti...

  • Page 391: Fabric/carpet

    • laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers can leave residue that streaks and attracts dirt. For liquid cleaners, about 20 drops per gallon (3.78 l) of water is a good guide. Use only mild, neutral-ph soaps. • too much cleaner that saturates the upholstery. • organic solvents such as ...

  • Page 392: Leather

    Leather a soft cloth dampened with water can 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 393: Wood Panels

    Some commercial products may increase gloss on the instrument panel. The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Wood panels use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish w...

  • Page 394: Washing Your Vehicle

    Washing your vehicle the best way to preserve the vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often. Notice: certain cleaners contain chemicals that can damage the emblems or nameplates on the vehicle. Check the cleaning product label. If it states that it should not be used on plastic parts,...

  • Page 395

    Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage the vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasi...

  • Page 396: And Trim

    Aluminum or chrome-plated wheels and trim the vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. Notice: chrome wh...

  • Page 397: Tires

    Tires to clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: using petroleum-based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle. Sheet metal damage if th...

  • Page 398: Vehicle Identification

    Vehicle identification vehicle identification number (vin) this is the legal identifier for the vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver side. It can be seen through the windshield from outside the vehicle. The vin also appears on the vehicle certific...

  • Page 399: Headlamp Wiring

    The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see servicing your airbag-equipped vehicle on page 1-68. Headlamp wiring the headlamp wiring system has four individual fuses. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases...

  • Page 400

    Fuses usage 1 engine control module (ecm), crank 2 fuel injectors odd fuses usage 3 fuel injectors even 4 air conditioning clutch 5 air injection reactor (air) solenoid 5-96.

  • Page 401

    Fuses usage 6 oxygen sensor 7 emission device 8 transmission, ignition 1 9 engine control module (ecm), powertrain control module (pcm) 10 climate control system, instrument panel cluster ignition 1 11 airbag system 12 horn 13 windshield wiper 14 fog lamps 15 right high-beam headlamp 16 left high-be...

  • Page 402: Rear Underseat Fuse Block

    Rear underseat fuse block the rear fuse block is located under the rear seat on the driver side. The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the rear fuse block. Removing the rear seat cushion notice: if you touch the exposed wires with the metal on the seat cushion, you could cause a short that...

  • Page 403: Caution:

    To reinstall the rear seat cushion, do the following: { caution: a safety belt that is not properly routed through the seat cushion or is twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt has caution: (continued) caution: (continued) not been routed through the seat cushi...

  • Page 404

    Fuses usage 1 fuel pump 2 left park lamp 3 run 3 - rear blower fuses usage 4 right park lamp 5 engine control module (ecm)/ transmission control module (tcm) 5-100

  • Page 405

    Fuses usage 6 memory module 7 right park lamp (optional) 8 steering wheel illumination 9 front heated/cooled seat module 10 run 2 - heated/cooled seats, heated washer fluid 11 rear heated seat module 12 rpa module 13 pass-key ® iii system 14 unlock/lock module 15 magnetic ride control 16 not used 17...

  • Page 406

    Fuses usage 42 onstar ® module 43 body modules 44 radio 45 door unlatch (optional) 46 rear defogger (j-case) 47 electronic leveling control compressor (j-case) 48 blower (j-case) (optional) 49 blower (j-case) (optional) resistor usage 50 terminating resistor relays usage 51 front blower (optional) 5...

  • Page 407

    Capacities and specifications the following approximate capacities are given in english and metric conversions. See recommended fluids and lubricants on page 6-11 for more information. Application capacities english metric air conditioning refrigerant for the air conditioning system refrigerant char...

  • Page 408: Notes

    ✍ notes 5-104.

  • Page 409: Section 6

    Maintenance schedule ......................................6-2 introduction ...................................................6-2 maintenance requirements ..............................6-2 your vehicle and the environment ....................6-2 using the maintenance schedule .........................

  • Page 410: 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 the vehicle warranties. See the warranty and owner assistance booklet or your dealer/retailer for details. Maintenance requireme...

  • Page 411: Caution:

    This schedule is for vehicles that: • carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the tire and loading information label. See loading the vehicle on page 4-19. • are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. • use the recommended fuel. See gasoline octane on page 5-...

  • Page 412: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled maintenance to maintain the ride, handling, and performance of the vehicle, it is important that the first tire rotation service be performed when the vehicle has 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). Check tires for inflation pressures and wear. See tires on page 5-48. Rotate tires. ...

  • Page 413

    Additional required services the following services should be performed at the first maintenance service 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) 125,000 ...

  • Page 414

    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) replace spark plugs. An emission control service. • except professional vehicle: engine cooling system service (or every five ye...

  • Page 415: Maintenance Footnotes

    Maintenance footnotes (a) visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts, including calipers, parking brake, etc. (b) visually inspect front and rear suspens...

  • Page 416: Owner Checks And Services

    (j) drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This service can be complex; you should have your dealer/retailer perform this service. See engine coolant on page 5-23 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and filler neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure...

  • Page 417: At Least Once A Month

    At least once a month tire inflation check inspect the vehicle’s tires and make sure they are inflated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check the spare tire. See inflation - tire pressure on page 5-57. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored securely. See changing a flat tire on page 5...

  • Page 418: 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 starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level ...

  • Page 419: Recommended Fluids And

    Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. • to check the parking brake’s holding ability: with the engine running and the transmission in n (neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this...

  • Page 420

    Usage fluid/lubricant hydraulic brake system dot 3 hydraulic brake fluid (gm part no. U.S. 88862806, in canada 88862807). Windshield washer optikleen ® washer solvent. Parking brake cable guides chassis lubricant (gm part no. U.S. 12377985, in canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of nl...

  • Page 421

    Maintenance replacement parts replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Part gm part number acdelco part number engine air cleaner/filter element 22676970 a1627c engine oil filter 89017342 pf61 passenger compartment air filte...

  • Page 422: Engine Drive Belt Routing

    Engine drive belt routing 4.6l v8 engines 6-14.

  • Page 423: 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 6-2. Any additional information from owner checks and services on page 6-8 can b...

  • Page 424

    Maintenance record (cont’d) date odometer reading serviced by maintenance stamp services performed 6-16.

  • Page 425

    Maintenance record (cont’d) date odometer reading serviced by maintenance stamp services performed 6-17.

  • Page 426

    Maintenance record (cont’d) date odometer reading serviced by maintenance stamp services performed 6-18.

  • Page 427: Section 7

    Customer assistance and information ...............7-2 customer satisfaction procedure ......................7-2 online owner center ......................................7-5 customer assistance for text telephone (tty) users .........................7-6 customer assistance offices ....................

  • Page 428: 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 the vehicle will be resolved by the dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes,...

  • Page 429

    Step three (u.S. Owners): 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 can file with the better business bureau (bbb...

  • Page 430

    Step three (canadian owners): general motors participation in the mediation/arbitration program in the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after the following the procedure outlined in steps one and two. General motors of canada limited wants you to be aware of its participa...

  • Page 431: Online Owner Center

    Online owner center online owner center (u.S.) — www.Gmownercenter.Com/cadillac information and services customized for your specific vehicle — all in one convenient place. • digital owner manual, warranty information, and more • online service and maintenance records • find cadillac dealers for ser...

  • Page 432: 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 433: Gm Mobility Reimbursement

    Gm mobility reimbursement program this program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle, such as hand controls or a wheelchair/scooter lift. The offer is available for a very limited period of ...

  • Page 434

    Coverage services are provided up to 5 years/100,000 miles (160 000 km), whichever comes first. In the u.S., anyone driving the vehicle is covered. In canada, a person driving the vehicle without permission from the owner is not covered. Roadside assistance is not a part of the new vehicle limited w...

  • Page 435

    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 436: Courtesy Transportation

    Scheduling service appointments when your vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealer/retailer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer/retailer can help minimize your inconvenience. If y...

  • Page 437

    Public transportation or fuel reimbursement if your vehicle requires warranty repairs, and public transportation is used instead of the dealer’s shuttle service, the expense must be supported by original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount allowed by gm for shuttle service. In addition...

  • Page 438: 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 439

    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 440

    • gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone number, driver’s license number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make, model and model year, vehicle identification number (vin), insurance company and policy number, and a general description of ...

  • Page 441: 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 442: General Motors

    Reporting safety defects to general motors in addition to notifying nhtsa (or transport canada) in a situation like this, please notify general motors. Call 1-800-458-8006, or write: cadillac customer assistance center cadillac motor car division p.O. Box 33169 detroit, mi 48232-5169 in canada, call...

  • Page 443: Privacy

    Current and past model order forms technical service bulletins and manuals are available for current and past model gm vehicles. To request an order form, specify year and model name of the vehicle. Order toll free: 1-800-551-4123 monday-friday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm eastern time for credit card orders o...

  • Page 444: Event Data Recorders

    Event data recorders this vehicle has an event data recorder (edr). The main purpose of an edr is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The edr is d...

  • Page 445: Onstar

    Onstar ® if your vehicle has onstar and you subscribe to the onstar services, please refer to the onstar terms and conditions for information on data collection and use. See also onstar ® system on page 2-51 in this manual for more information. Navigation system if your vehicle has a navigation syst...

  • Page 446: Notes

    ✍ notes 7-20

  • Page 447

    A accessories and modifications ............................ 5-3 accessory power ............................................ 2-26 accessory power outlets ................................. 3-38 adaptive cruise control ................................... 3-19 adding equipment to your airbag-equipped ...

  • Page 448

    Audio system ................................................. 3-95 audio steering wheel controls .................... 3-127 navigation/radio system, see navigation manual ............................ 3-116 setting the clock ......................................... 3-96 xm™ satellite radio antenna ...

  • Page 449

    Care of safety belts ................................................ 5-89 cd, mp3 ..................................................... 3-110 center console storage ................................... 2-62 center flex storage unit ................................. 2-63 center seat ....................

  • Page 450

    Control of a vehicle .......................................... 4-3 convenience net ............................................ 2-63 coolant engine ....................................................... 5-23 engine temperature gage ............................ 3-60 engine temperature warning light...

  • Page 451

    Driving (cont.) highway hypnosis ....................................... 4-14 hill and mountain roads .............................. 4-15 in rain and on wet roads ........................... 4-12 loss of control ........................................... 4-10 off-road recovery ........................

  • Page 452

    F filter engine air cleaner ...................................... 5-17 finish damage ............................................... 5-93 flashers, hazard warning .................................. 3-6 flash-to-pass ................................................. 3-13 flat tire .....................

  • Page 453

    H hazard warning flashers ................................... 3-6 head restraints ............................................... 1-2 headlamp aiming ....................................................... 5-43 headlamp wiring ............................................ 5-95 headlamps bulb replacem...

  • Page 454

    K keyless entry, remote operation ........................ 2-5 keyless entry system ....................................... 2-4 keys ............................................................... 2-3 l labeling, tire sidewall ..................................... 5-49 lamp malfunction indicator ......

  • Page 455

    Locks central door unlocking system ..................... 2-11 door .......................................................... 2-10 lockout protection ....................................... 2-12 power door ................................................ 2-11 programmable automatic door locks ........

  • Page 456

    N navigation system, privacy .............................. 7-19 navigation/radio system, see navigation manual ............................... 3-116 net convenience ............................................... 2-63 new vehicle break-in ...................................... 2-24 o object detecti...

  • Page 457

    Pass-key ® iii+ electronic immobilizer operation ................................................... 2-23 perchlorate materials requirements, california ...... 5-4 performance shifting ....................................... 2-32 phone bluetooth ® ................................................ 3-1...

  • Page 458

    Remote keyless entry (rke) system, operation ... 2-5 remote vehicle start ........................................ 2-7 removing the flat tire and installing the spare tire .................................................. 5-77 removing the spare tire and tools ................... 5-76 replacement p...

  • Page 459

    Seats center seat ................................................ 1-10 head restraints ............................................ 1-2 heated and cooled seats .............................. 1-5 heated seats - rear .................................... 1-10 massaging lumbar ............................

  • Page 460

    Storage areas center console ........................................... 2-62 center flex storage unit .............................. 2-63 convenience net ......................................... 2-63 cupholders ................................................. 2-62 front storage area ................

  • Page 461

    Traction control system (tcs) .................................... 4-6 control system warning light ....................... 3-58 magnetic ride control ................................... 4-8 stabilitrak ® system ....................................... 4-6 transmission fluid, automatic .................

  • Page 462

    W warning lights, gages, and indicators ............... 3-50 warnings dic warnings and messages ........................ 3-73 hazard warning flashers ............................... 3-6 safety and symbols ......................................... Iii wheels alignment and tire balance ..................