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Purtroppo, pochi utenti prendono il tempo di leggere il manuale d’uso, e un buono manuale non solo permette di conoscere una serie di funzionalità aggiuntive del dispositivo acquistato, ma anche evitare la maggioranza dei guasti.
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Generalmente questo è dovuto alla mancanza di tempo e certezza per quanto riguarda la funzionalità specifica delle attrezzature acquistate. Purtroppo, la connessione e l’avvio Cadillac CTS (2004) non sono sufficienti. Questo manuale contiene una serie di linee guida per funzionalità specifiche, la sicurezza, metodi di manutenzione (anche i mezzi che dovrebbero essere usati), eventuali difetti Cadillac CTS (2004) e modi per risolvere i problemi più comuni durante l'uso. Infine, il manuale contiene le coordinate del servizio Cadillac in assenza dell'efficacia delle soluzioni proposte. Attualmente, i manuali d’uso sotto forma di animazioni interessanti e video didattici che sono migliori che la brochure suscitano un interesse considerevole. Questo tipo di manuale permette all'utente di visualizzare tutto il video didattico senza saltare le specifiche e complicate descrizioni tecniche Cadillac CTS (2004), come nel caso della versione cartacea.
Perché leggere il manuale d’uso?
Prima di tutto, contiene la risposta sulla struttura, le possibilità del dispositivo Cadillac CTS (2004), l'uso di vari accessori ed una serie di informazioni per sfruttare totalmente tutte le caratteristiche e servizi.
Dopo l'acquisto di successo di attrezzature/dispositivo, prendere un momento per familiarizzare con tutte le parti del manuale d'uso Cadillac CTS (2004). Attualmente, sono preparati con cura e tradotti per essere comprensibili non solo per gli utenti, ma per svolgere la loro funzione di base di informazioni e di aiuto.
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Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1 - 1 Front Seats ............................................... 1 - 2 Rear Seats ............................................... 1 - 7 Safety Belts .............................................. 1 - 9 Child Restraints ....................................... 1-29 Air Bag Systems .............[...]
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GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest & Wreath are registered trademarks and the name CTS is a trademark of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada,[...]
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Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. { CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you wha[...]
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Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avo[...]
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These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: v[...]
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✍ NOTES vi[...]
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Front Seats ..................................................... .1-2 Manual Passenger Seat ................................. .1-2 Power Seats ................................................. .1-2 Power Lumbar .............................................. .1-3 Heated Seats ................................................ .1-3 Reclining Seatbacks[...]
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Front Seats Manual Passenger Seat Your vehicle may have a manual passenger seat. To adjust the seat, lift the bar under the front of the seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar. Try to move the seat back and forth with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place. Power Seats If your vehicle is equipped with p[...]
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Power Lumbar Your vehicle may have this feature. The driver’s and passenger’s seatback lumbar support can be adjusted by moving a control located on the outboard side of the seat cushions. To increase or decrease support, hold the control forward or rearward. Keep in mind that as your seating position changes, as it may during long trips, so sh[...]
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Reclining Seatbacks If your vehicle has manual reclining front seatbacks, the levers are located on the outboard sides of the front seats. Lift the lever to release the seatback, then move the seatback to where you want it. Release the lever to lock the seatback in place. To return the seatback to the upright position, pull up on the lever without [...]
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But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. { CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other inj[...]
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Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The front seat head restraints move up and down. Press the button located at the bottom of the head restraint to raise or lower the head restraint. The head restraints tilt for[...]
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Rear Seats Split Folding Rear Seat Your vehicle may have a split folding rear seat. A split folding rear seat allows you to carry long cargo by folding down part or all of the rear seat. Before you can fold the rear seatback, you need to unlatch the center seatbelt buckle. Use the following steps to lower one or both of the rear seatbacks: 1. Inser[...]
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{ CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. { CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. The pe[...]
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Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. { CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt, your injuries ca[...]
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In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work . You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes are in b[...]
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Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-11[...]
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The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... 1-12[...]
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or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt?[...]
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Q: If I’m 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’re in an accident – even one that isn’t your fault – you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occ[...]
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Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get [...]
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5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt woul[...]
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Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. { CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. 1-17[...]
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Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into th[...]
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Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too muc[...]
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Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. 1-20[...]
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To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they[...]
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Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety belt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-15 . The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt – except for one thing. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until yo[...]
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Lap-Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across [...]
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3. To make the lap belt part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt[...]
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The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. { CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. To unlatch the belt, just push the[...]
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each outboa[...]
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2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt with the guide on top. 1-27[...]
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4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-22 . Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides. Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip, and then slide the guide ont[...]
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Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, 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[...]
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{ CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt i[...]
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{ CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The lap po[...]
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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 every Canadian province says children up to some age[...]
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CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. { CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags p[...]
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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 not the restraint will be compatible with the m[...]
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{ CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child’s abdomen. In a crash, the bel[...]
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A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces suc[...]
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A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. Q: How do child restraints work? A: A child restraint system is any[...]
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When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt[...]
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Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle – even when no child is in it. Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or ?[...]
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Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. If you have an adjustable head restraint, route the top strap under it. Once you have the top strap anchored, you’ll be ready to secure the child restr[...]
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Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You’ll find anchors (A) for the rear seat outboard passenger positions. This system, designed to make installation of child restraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts. Instead, it uses vehicle anchors (A, B) and child restraint attac[...]
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In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has a label on the seatback at each lower anchor position. The labels are located near the base of rear outboard seating posit[...]
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CAUTION: (Continued) Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint. See “Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System” or “Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position” in the Index for information on how to secure a[...]
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Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-41 . See Top Strap on page 1-39 if the child restraint has one. If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to se[...]
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3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the[...]
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Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-41 . See Top Strap on page 1-39 if the child restraint has one. Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear facing child restraint in[...]
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4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 6. Push an[...]
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Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has six air bags: • A frontal air bag for the driver and another frontal air bag for the right front passenger, • a seat mounted side impact air bag for the driver and another for the right front passenger, • a roof-mounted side impact air bag for the[...]
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CAUTION: (Continued) Frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something. They aren’t designed to inflate at all in rollover, rear or low-speed frontal crashes, or in many side crashes. And, for some unrestrained occupants, frontal air ba[...]
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{ CAUTION: Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Young children and infants nee[...]
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The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s seat-mounted side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-51[...]
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The right front passenger’s seat-mounted side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. The side impact air bag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver is in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-52[...]
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The side impact air bag for the right front passenger and the person seated directly behind that passenger is in the ceiling above the side windows. { CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an in?[...]
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When Should an Air Bag Inflate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.” In addition, your vehicle has “dual stage” frontal air b[...]
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What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? In an impact of suff icient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For both frontal and side impact air bags, the sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modu[...]
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What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates? After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module – the steering wheel hub for the driver’s air bag, the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s bag, the side of the seatback clo[...]
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• Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After an air bag inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air bag system won’t be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need [...]
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Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Informati[...]
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Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Q: If I add a luggage carrier or sunroof to the roof of my vehicle, will it keep the roof-mounted side impact air bags from working properly? A: As long as the luggage carrier or sunroof is properly installed so that the vehicle’s basic structure isn’t changed, it’s not likely to keep the roof[...]
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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 properly after a crash, have them inspected and any ne[...]
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Keys .............................................................. .2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System ........................ .2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation .......... .2-5 Doors and Locks ............................................ .2-8 Door Locks ................................................... .2-8 Central Door Unlocking System .[...]
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OnStar ® System ............................................ .2-45 HomeLink ® Transmitter .................................. .2-47 Programming the HomeLink ® Transmitter ........ .2-48 Storage Areas ............................................... .2-52 Glove Box .................................................. .2-52 Cupholder(s) ..............[...]
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Keys { CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. 2-3[...]
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One key works all of the lock cylinders on the vehicle. Your vehicle has an Immobilizer vehicle theft deterrent system. The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle’s steering column. If a replacement key or any additional key is needed, you must purchase it from your dealer. The key will have PK3+ stamped on it[...]
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At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: • Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. • Check th[...]
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If your vehicle is programmed for remote confirmation, the doors must be closed for this feature to work. If a door is open, remote confirmation will be canceled. W (Unlock): Press this symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock the driver’s door. This also disarms the theft-deterrent system. Press the button again to unlock the r[...]
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Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about four years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery. Notice: When[...]
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Doors and Locks Door Locks { CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers — especially children — can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked. So, wear safety belts pro[...]
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Central Door Unlocking System Your vehicle has a central door unlocking feature. When unlocking the driver’s door, you can unlock the other doors by holding the key in the turned position for a few seconds or by quickly turning the key twice in the lock cylinder. Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the front door panels. [...]
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Programmable Automatic Door Locks If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, your vehicle is programmed so that when the doors are closed, the ignition is on and the shift lever is moved out of PARK (P), all the doors will lock. The doors will unlock every time you stop the vehicle and move the shift lever back into PARK (P). If your vehicle ha[...]
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To use these locks, do the following: 1. Insert your key into the slot next to the rear door security lock label and turn it to engage the lock. 2. Close the door. 3. Repeat the steps for the other rear door. The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use. When you want to open a rear door when the secur[...]
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Trunk { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can not see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the [...]
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If your vehicle is equipped with the rear seat pass-through door, do the following: 1. Fold the rear armrest down and open the pass-through door. See “Rear-Seat Pass Through” following for more information. 2. Reach upward through the opening to locate the trunk release handle. 3. Pull forward on the trunk release handle to open the trunk lid. [...]
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Windows { CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. 2-14[...]
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Power Windows The power window switches are located on the armrest near each window. Press the up or down arrows on the switches to raise or lower the windows. Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP) that allows you to use the power windows once the ignition has been turned off for up to 10 minutes. For more information, see “Retained Acc[...]
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Programming the Power Windows If the battery on your 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, you will need to replace or recharge your vehicle’s battery. To program each front window, follow these steps: 1. With the ign[...]
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Window Lockout This feature allows you to disable the passenger window switches. The passenger window lockout button is located below the power window switches on the driver’s door armrest. Press the button to disable the passenger window controls. The light on the button will illuminate, indicating that the feature is in use. The passenger windo[...]
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Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Theft-Deterrent System If your vehicle has this feature, the security light is located on the instrument panel cluster. If the ignition i[...]
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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 switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter and close the door. Wait approximately 30 seconds until the security light goes off. 3. [...]
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Immobilizer Operation Your vehicle is equipped with a passive theft-deterrent system. The system works when you turn the key to ON. The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit in your vehicle. The correct key will start the vehicle. Your vehicle has a special key that works with the theft-deterrent system. There is a transpo[...]
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To program a new key do the following: 1. Verify that the new key has PK3+ stamped on it. 2. Insert the current driver’s key in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not start see your dealer for service. 3. After the engine has started, turn the key to OFF, and remove the key. 4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to ON [...]
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Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the key to four different positions. Notice: If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. Turn the key only with your h[...]
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Key Release Button (Manual Transmission) The key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicle unless the key release button is used. To remove the key, do the following: 1. Turn the key to ACCESSORY. 2. Press the button and turn the key to OFF. Do not hold the button in while turning the key to OFF. 3. Pull the key straight ou[...]
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3. Insert a narrow, pointed object into the hole in the steering column cover and press the spring. 4. Then, turn the ignition switch to OFF and remove the key. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) The following accessories on your vehicle may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned from ON to OFF: • Radio • Power Windows • Au[...]
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Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may be equipped with an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°F ( − 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. [...]
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How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area. A[...]
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Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever. Push the shift lever all the [...]
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Notice: Driving your vehicle if you notice that it is moving slowly or not shifting gears as you increase speed may damage the transmission. Have your vehicle serviced right away. You can drive in SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 km/h) and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) for higher speeds until then. FOURTH (4): This position is also us[...]
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Shift Lock Release (Automatic Transmission) If your vehicle has a dead battery or a battery with low voltage, you can still shift the vehicle into PARK (P) and remove the ignition key. Use the following procedure to release the shift lever: 1. Pull up on the rear part of the leather boot that surrounds the shift lever. 2. Fold the boot upward to ex[...]
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4. Using a narrow, pointed tool, press down on the mechanism under the cap so that you can move the shift lever. Sport Mode Button (Automatic Transmission) This button allows you to change the driving mode of the vehicle from the normal driving mode to a sportier driving mode. In sport mode the vehicle will have firmer shifting and increased perfo[...]
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This light located on the instrument panel cluster will come on while the sport mode is active. When driving in sport mode, the transmission may remain in a gear longer than it would in normal driving mode. Also, if the transmission is in AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) when the sport mode button is pressed, the transmission will immediately downshift into[...]
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This light on the instrument panel cluster will come on when the winter driving mode is active. When you turn off the ignition while using this feature, winter mode is automatically turned off. The vehicle will return to normal driving mode. You must reselect the winter driving mode feature each time you restart the vehicle if you wish to use the f[...]
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SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal to the floor as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), and FIFTH (5): Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same way you do for SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as y[...]
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Parking Brake The parking brake pedal is located on the lower portion of the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal down with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light on the instrument panel clu[...]
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Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transmission) { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, ev[...]
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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission) { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch ?[...]
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Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transmission) Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in ON. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-26 for more information. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease the press[...]
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Parking Over Things That Burn { CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust { CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness[...]
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Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. { CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust on page 2-38 . Also, idling in a closed-in pl[...]
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Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar ® Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. The mirror also contains OnStar ® controls. For more information about OnStar ® , see OnStar ® System on page 2-45 . O (On/Off): This is the on/of f button, located on the lower left side of the mirror, for the automatic di[...]
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Compass Operation Press the on/off button once to turn the compass on or off. When the ignition and the compass feature are on, the compass will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds. After two seconds, the mirror will display the current compass heading. Compass Calibration If after two seconds the display does not show a compass [...]
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To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the zone map that follows. 2. Press and hold the on/off button until a zone number appears on the display. 3. Once the zone number appears on the display, press the on/off button quickly until you reach the correct zone number. Stop pressing [...]
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Outside Power Mirrors The control on the driver’s door armrest operates both outside rearview mirrors. Press the left mirror symbol on the selector switch to choose the driver’s side mirror or the right mirror symbol to choose the passenger’s side mirror. The center position is off and will not allow the mirrors to move if the control pad is [...]
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Outside Curb View Assist Mirror If your vehicle is equipped with the memory seat and mirrors, it will also be capable of performing the curb view assist mirror feature. This feature will cause the passenger’s mirror to tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE (R). Use this feature to view the curb when you are paral[...]
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OnStar ® System OnStar ® uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information and convenience services. A complete OnStar ® user’s guide and the terms and conditions of the OnStar ® Subscription Service Agreement are included in y[...]
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Luxury and Leisure Plan • All Directions and Connections Plan services • Personal Concierge OnStar ® Personal Calling With OnStar ® Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with [...]
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HomeLink ® Transmitter If your vehicle has this feature, the control buttons are located on the driver’s sun visor. HomeLink ® , a combined universal transmitter and receiver, provides a way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems and [...]
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Programming the HomeLink ® Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink ® Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. If you have a newer garage door opener with rolling codes, please be sure to follow steps 6 through 8 to compl[...]
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4. The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after HomeLink ® successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release both buttons. 5. Press and hold the newly-trained HomeLink ® button and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your d[...]
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Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time out” or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for HomeLink ® to pick up the signal during programming. Similarly, some U.S. gate operators are manufactured to “time out” in the same manner. If you live[...]
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Reprogramming a Single HomeLink ® Button To program a device to HomeLink ® using a HomeLink ® button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink ® button. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. While still holding the HomeLink ® button, proceed with Step 2 und[...]
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Storage Areas Glove Box The glove box is located in front of the passenger’s seat on the instrument panel. To lock the glove box door, insert your key into the lock cylinder and turn it clockwise. Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the door. Cupholder(s) Front Seat Cupholders There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers. They are l[...]
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Roof Rack Provisions { CAUTION: If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier — like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth — the wind can catch it as you drive along. This can cause you to lose control. What you are carrying could be violently torn off, and this could cause you or oth[...]
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Sunroof Your vehicle may have a power sunroof. The sunroof controls are located on the overhead console. @ (Half Open): Turn the control clockwise to this position to open the glass panel half way. The sunshade will open with the glass panel, or it can be opened manually. P (Comfort Stop): Turn the control clockwise to this position to open the gla[...]
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Vehicle Personalization Memory Seat and Mirrors If your vehicle has the memory feature, you can program and recall memory settings for the driver’s seating and outside rearview mirror driving positions for up to two drivers. The buttons for this feature are located on the driver’s door armrest. Use the following steps to program the buttons: 1.[...]
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Two personalized exit positions can also be programmed. Use the following steps to program exit positions: 1. Press memory seat button 1 or the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter with the number 1 on the back to recall the driving position. 2. Adjust the driver’s seat to the desired exit position. 3. Press and h[...]
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Instrument Panel Overview .............................. .3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... .3-6 Other Warning Devices .................................. .3-7 Horn ............................................................ .3-7 Tilt Wheel .................................................... .3-7 Reconfigureable Steering[...]
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Audio System(s) .......................................... .3-100 Setting the Time ........................................ .3-100 Radio with CD ........................................... .3-101 Navigation/Radio System ............................. .3-117 Theft-Deterrent Feature ............................... .3-117 Audio Steering Wheel Controls [...]
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The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-31 . B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-9 . C. Reconfigurable Steering Wheel Controls. See Reconfigureable Steering Wheel Controls (SWC) on page 3-8 . D. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instru[...]
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Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning button is located in the center of the instrument panel, between the two air vents. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your [...]
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Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Horn Press on the pad near the horn symbols on the steering wheel to sound the horn. Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level [...]
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Reconfigureable Steering Wheel Controls (SWC) This feature allows you to customize the four steering wheel controls to work with the OnStar ® , the climate control, audio and traction control systems. The controls for this feature are located on the left spoke of the steering wheel. To program one of these controls, use one of the following proce[...]
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If your vehicle is equipped with the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Press the MAIN button located to the lower left of the display. 2. Press the multi-function button next to the Setup prompt at the right of the display. 3. Press the multi-function button next to Prog SWC located at the right of the screen. 4. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob to scr[...]
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Turn and Lane-Change Signals To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. Hold it there until the [...]
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Flash-To-Pass Feature This feature allows you to use the high-beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. Pull and hold the turn signal/multifunction lever toward you to use this feature. When you do, the following will occur: • If the headlamps are either off, in low-beam or in Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) mode, the[...]
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Wiper-Activated Headlamps This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for about six seconds. For this feature to work, the exterior lamp control must be in AUTO. When the exterior lamp control is off or in the parking lamp position and the windshield wiper control is in any position except off[...]
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Cruise Control These controls are located on the end of the multifunction lever. 9 (Off): This position turns the system of f. R (On): This position activates the system. + (Resume/Accelerate): Push the lever to this symbol to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or to accelerate when cruise is already active. T (Set/Decrease): Press t[...]
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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. 1. Move the cruise control switch to on. 2. Get up to the speed [...]
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• Move the cruise switch from on to resume/accelerate. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch briefly to resume/accelerate. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster. Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control [...]
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Windshield Wiper Lever Windshield Wipers The lever on the right side of the steering column operates the windshield wipers. 7 (Mist): Pull the lever down and release it for a single wiping cycle. The lever will return to its original position. For more cycles, hold the lever down before releasing it. 9 (Off): Put the lever in this position to turn [...]
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x (Delay Adjustment): Use this band to set the length of the delay between wipes when using the delay feature. The closer you move the band toward mist, the longer the delay. The windshield wiper lever must be in delay for this feature to work. 6 (Low Speed): Put the lever in this position for slow, steady wiping cycles. 1 (High Speed): Put the lev[...]
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Windshield Washer { CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. The windshield washer button is located at the end of the windshield wiper lever. K (Washer Fluid): Press the button with this symbol located at the end of the win[...]
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Headlamp Washers Your vehicle may have headlamp washers. The headlamp washers clear the headlamp lenses so that you can get the maximum visibility and brightness from your headlamps. The headlamp washers are located on the inboard side of the headlamp lenses. The headlamps must be on in order to be washed. If the headlamps are off, only the windshi[...]
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Exterior Lamps Headlamps See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-9 for more information on the headlamps. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short peri[...]
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If it’s dark enough outside and the exterior lamp control is off, a Headlamps Suggested message will appear on the Driver’s Information Center (DIC) display. This message informs the driver that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended even though the DRL are still illuminated. Turning the exterior lamp control to AUTO or to the low-beam he[...]
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Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the parking lamps or headlamps have been left on, the exterior lamps will turn off about 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF. This protects against draining the battery in case you have accidentally left the headlamps or parking lamps on. The battery saver does not work if the headlamps are turned on af[...]
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Entry Lighting The entry lighting system turns on the reading and dome lamps and the backlighting to the exterior lamp control when a door is opened or if you press the remote keyless entry transmitter unlock button. If activated by the transmitter, the lighting will remain active for about 25 seconds. The entry lighting system uses the light senso[...]
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Accessory Power Outlets With accessory power outlets, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio. The front accessory power outlet is located in the ashtray on the instrument panel below the climate control system. The outlet will have a cigarette lighter if your vehicle has this option. Remove the cigar[...]
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Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter. Notice: If you put papers or other flammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle. Never put flammable items in the ashtray. Ashtray The ashtray is located under the climate control p[...]
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Climate Controls Dual Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): When this button is pressed and the temperature is set, the system will automatically control the inside temperature, the air delivery mode, the air conditioning compressor and th[...]
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You can switch from English to metric units through the Driver Information Center (DIC). If you have the Base audio system, see DIC Main Menu on page 3-57 .I fy o u have the Navigation system, see “Setup Menu” in the Index of the Entertainment and Navigation System Supplement. The air-conditioning system removes moisture from the air, so you ma[...]
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yAz (Fan): Press this switch to increase or decrease the fan speed. Pressing this switch cancels automatic operation and places the system in manual mode. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. If the airflow seems low when the fan speed is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air filter may need to be replaced. For more inform[...]
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Sensors There is a solar sensor located on the instrument panel, near the windshield. There is also an interior temperature sensor located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. These sensors monitor the solar radiation and the air inside your vehicle, then use the information to maintain the selected temperature by initiating [...]
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Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to clear fog from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use the de[...]
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Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. The rear window defogger will only work when the ignition is in ON. = (Rear Window Defogger): Press this button 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 def[...]
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j (Side Window Defog): Turn the thumbwheel to this symbol to use the side window defog setting. The air coming through the outlets will be directed toward the side windows to clear fog. k (Open): Turn the thumbwheel to this symbol to open the outlets completely and allow the maximum amount of air to enter your vehicle. A small amount of air will st[...]
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Use the procedure listed below to replace the passenger compartment air filter: 1. Turn the ignition to ON with the engine off. 2. Turn on the windshield wipers and turn them off again when the wipers are in the out-wipe position. The wipers will be straight up and down on the windshield. This will allow you access to the leaf screen under which i[...]
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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could a[...]
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Instrument Panel Cluster The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using and many of the other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically. United States version shown, Canada similar 3-35[...]
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Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer lets you see your speed in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). You may wonder what happens if a vehicle has to have a new odometer installed. The new one[...]
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Tachometer This gage indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Notice: If you operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area, your vehicle could be damaged, and the damages would not be covered by your warranty. Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area. Engine Speed Limiter This f[...]
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Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the diagnostic module. Fo[...]
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Charging System Light When you turn the key to ON or START, this light will come on briefly to show that the generator and battery charging systems are working properly. If this light stays on, your vehicle needs service. You should take your vehicle to the dealer at once. To save your battery until you get there, turn off all accessories. Brake S[...]
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When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop careful[...]
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Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light If the TC (traction control) warning light comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the traction control system. The TC (traction control) warning light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition to ON. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there i[...]
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the shaded area, the engine is too hot. That reading means the same thing as the warning light – the engine coolant is very hot. See Engine Overheating on page 5-30 . Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equipped[...]
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Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake or[...]
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If the Light is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: • Reducing vehicle speed. • Avoiding hard accelerations. • Avoiding steep uphill grades. • If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the L[...]
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Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-4 . Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as eff iciently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stu[...]
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Oil Pressure Light { CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by your [...]
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Winter Driving Mode Light (Automatic Transmission) This light will come on when the winter driving mode feature is in use. When you turn off the winter driving mode feature, the light will go out. If it stays on, your vehicle may need service. See your dealer. See “Winter Driving Mode” under Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-26 for mor[...]
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Security Light For information regarding this light, see Theft-Deterrent System on page 2-18 . Fog Lamp Light This light will come on when the fog lamps are in use. The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off. See “Fog Lamps” under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-9 for more information. Lights On Reminder This light comes [...]
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Highbeam On Light This light comes on whenever the high-beam headlamps are on. See “Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer” under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-9 for more information. Fuel Gage The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. It works only when the ignition is in ON. If the fuel supply gets low, the Fuel Leve[...]
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Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC gives you the status of many of your vehicle’s systems. It is also used to display driver personalization features and warning/status messages. All messages will appear on the audio system display which is also the display for the Navigation system. System Controls If you have the Base audio system, use the[...]
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If you have the Navigation system, use the following to operate the DIC: INFO (Information): Use this button to access the Vehicle Information menu that provides the status of various vehicle systems. See “Vehicle Information Menu (Navigation System)” under Status of Vehicle Systems on page 3-52 . TUNE/SEL (Select) Knob: See the information lis[...]
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Status of Vehicle Systems You can view the status of several vehicle systems using the DIC. Depending upon whether or not your vehicle has the Navigation system, the menu items will vary slightly. Vehicle Information Menu (Base Audio System) To access this menu using the Base audio system, press the up or down arrow on the INFO switch located to th[...]
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Vehicle Information Menu (Navigation System) To access the Vehicle Info menu using the Navigation system, press the INFO button to the left of the screen. You can also access this menu through the Setup menu. See “Setup Menu” in the Index of the CTS Entertainment and Navigation System owner’s manual. The following submenu appears when Vehicle[...]
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Vehicle Information Menu Item Descriptions The following paragraphs contain a more detailed description of each menu item: BLANK LINE/Blank Display: If you select this item, nothing is displayed at the top of the screen. OUTSIDE TEMP/Outside Air Temperature: If you select this item, the current outside temperature is displayed at the top of the scr[...]
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MILES RANGE/Fuel Range: If you select this item, the approximate number of remaining miles or kilometers you can drive without refueling is displayed. This estimate is based on the current driving conditions and will change if the driving conditions change. For example, if you are driving in traff ic making frequent stops, the display may read one [...]
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BATTERY VOLTS/Battery Voltage: If you select this item, the current battery voltage is displayed. If the voltage is in the normal range, the display will have OK after it. For example, the display may read 13.2 Battery Volts OK. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, there are four possible DIC messages that may be displayed. See D[...]
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DIC Main Menu Accessing the DIC Main Menu (Base Audio System) There are two different procedures for accessing the DIC main menu depending upon whether or not your vehicle has the Navigation system. To access the main menu of the DIC, do one of the following: • Using the Base audio system, press the TUNE/SEL knob once. Turn the knob clockwise or [...]
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DIC Main Menu Item Descriptions (Base Audio System) The following descriptions are for the Base audio system. For information pertaining to the Navigation audio system, see “Audio System” in the Index of the CTS Entertainment and Navigation System Supplement supplied with your vehicle. e BASS - MID (Midrange) - TREBLE: This menu item allows you[...]
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TA (Traff ic Announcement): This menu item allows you to turn the TA feature on and off. To turn the TA feature on, press the TUNE/SEL knob once. When TA is on, an X will be in the box next to TA on the menu. The X disappears when TA is off. See “RDS Messages” under Audio System(s) on page 3-100 for more information. RDS (Radio Data System) MSG[...]
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TCS (Traction Control System): You can enable or disable the traction control system using this menu item. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch between on and off. You can also turn the traction control system off using the traction control button located in the glove box, or by programming one of the steering wheel controls (1, 2, 3 or 4) or audio sy[...]
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DIC Warnings and Messages These messages will appear if there is a problem sensed in one of your vehicle’s systems. The text messages are the same for both the Base audio and Navigation systems unless otherwise indicated. The symbols, however, appear only on the Navigation system display. You must acknowledge a message to clear it from the screen[...]
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Battery Saver Active This symbol appears with the Battery Saver Active message. This message appears when the system detects that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable level. The battery saver system will start reducing certain features of the vehicle that you may not be able to notice. At the point that the features are disabled, thi[...]
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Battery Voltage Low This symbol appears with the Battery Voltage Low message. This message will appear when the electrical system is charging less than 10 volts or if the battery has been drained. If this message appears immediately after starting the engine, it is possible that the generator can still recharge the battery. The battery should recha[...]
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Change Trans (Transmission) Fluid (Automatic Transmission) This symbol appears with the Change Trans Fluid message. This message indicates that the life of the transmission fluid has expired and it should be changed within 200 miles. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 for the proper fluid and [...]
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Check Coolant Level This symbol appears with the Check Coolant Level message. This message will appear when there is a low level of engine coolant. Have the cooling system serviced by a technician as soon as possible. See Engine Coolant on page 5-27 for more information. Check Gas Cap This symbol appears with the Check Gas Cap message. When this me[...]
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Engine Coolant Hot – Idle Engine This symbol appears with the Engine Coolant Hot – Idle Engine message. This message will appear when the engine coolant temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down. Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. If an overheat[...]
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Engine Overheated – Stop Engine This symbol appears with the Engine Overheated – Stop Engine message. This message will appear when the engine has overheated. Stop the vehicle and turn the engine off immediately to avoid severe engine damage. See Engine Overheating on page 5-30 . A chime will also sound when this message is displayed. Notice: I[...]
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Headlamps Suggested This symbol appears with the Headlamps Suggested message. This message will appear when the amount of available light outside the vehicle is low and the exterior lamp control is off. This message informs the driver that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended even though the DRL are still illuminated and it has become dark [...]
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Oil Pressure Low – Stop Engine This symbol appears with the Oil Pressure Low – Stop Engine message. A multiple chime will sound when this message is displayed. Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine oil pressure is low, severe engine damage may occur. If a low oil pressure warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, [...]
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Personalization Of f/Driver Identification (Navigation System) This symbol appears with the Personalization Off message. When this message appears, the personalization features previously stored are turned off. If you want your customized settings to be automatically recalled when you use the remote keyless entry transmitter or when you remove the[...]
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Service AC (Air Conditioning) System This symbol appears with the Service AC System message. This message appears when the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and heating systems are no longer working. Have the climate control system serviced if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning eff iciency. Service Air Bag This sym[...]
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Service Charging System This symbol appears with the Service Charging System message. This message will display when a problem with the charging system has been detected. Have your vehicle serviced at your dealership. Service Electrical System This symbol appears with the Service Electrical System message. This message will display if an electrical[...]
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Service Stability System Message This symbol appears with the Service Stability System message. Your vehicle may be equipped with a vehicle stability enhancement system called Stabilitrak ® . See Stabilitrak ® System on page 4-10 . The Service Stability System message will be displayed if there has been a problem detected with Stabilitrak ® . If[...]
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Stability System Of f Message This symbol appears with the Stability System Off message. The Stability System Off message will be displayed any time you turn off Stabilitrak ® (if equipped) using the TC (traction control) on/off button. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-9 for more information. When this message has been displayed, Stabil[...]
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Service Steering System This symbol appears with the Service Steering System message. Your vehicle may be equipped with a speed variable assist steering system. See Steering on page 4-11 . The Service Steering System message will be displayed if a problem is detected with the speed variable assist steering system. When this message is displayed, yo[...]
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Service Transmission This symbol appears with the Service Transmission message. There is a problem with the transmission of your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced at your dealership. Service Vehicle Soon This symbol appears with the Service Vehicle Soon message. This message is displayed when a non-emissions related powertrain malfunction occurs.[...]
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Starting Disabled – Throttle Problem This symbol appears with the Starting Disabled – Throttle Problem message. This message appears when your vehicle’s throttle system is not functioning properly. Have your vehicle serviced at your dealership. Theft Attempted This symbol appears with the Theft Attempted message. This message is displayed if [...]
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Traction Engaged This symbol appears with the Traction Engaged message. This message will appear when the traction control system is actively limiting wheel spin. Slippery road conditions may exist if this message is displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly. The message will stay on for a few seconds after the traction control system stops lim[...]
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Turn Signal On This symbol appears with the Turn Signal On message. If you drive your vehicle for more than about 1 mile (1.6 km) with a turn signal on, this message will appear as a reminder to turn off the turn signal. A multiple chime will sound when this message is displayed. DIC Vehicle Personalization Your vehicle is equipped with personaliza[...]
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Entering the Personalization Menu To enter the feature programming mode, use one of the following procedures: Base Audio System 1. Turn the ignition to ON, but do not start the engine. Make sure an automatic transmission is in PARK (P) or a manual transmission has the parking brake set. 2. If your vehicle has memory settings, press the appropriate [...]
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Personalization Features The following choices are available for programming using both the Base audio and Navigation systems unless otherwise indicated. Personalization Name This feature allows you to type in a name that will appear on the DIC display whenever the corresponding remote keyless entry transmitter is used or one of the buttons on the [...]
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To customize the name using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until Personalization Name is highlighted. Press the knob once to access the Edit Name screen. 3. There is an alpha-numeric bar at the bottom of the screen. Turn the TUNE/SEL [...]
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Remote Recall Memory/Recall Driving Positions If your vehicle has the optional memory package, you will have this feature. When this feature is turned on, you can recall any previously programmed seat and mirror controls when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your [...]
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Remote Exit Recall If your vehicle has the optional memory package, you will have this feature. When this feature is turned on, you can recall any previously programmed exit position for the driver’s seat when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was sh[...]
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Key in Recall Memory If your vehicle has the optional memory package, you will have this feature. When this feature is turned on, you can recall any previously programmed seat and mirror positions when the key is inserted into the ignition. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed[...]
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Auto Exit Seat If your vehicle has the optional memory package, you will have this feature. When this feature is turned on, you can recall any previously programmed exit position for the driver’s seat when the key is removed from the ignition and the driver’s door is opened. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was ship[...]
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Mode 6: 2:00 minutes Mode 7: 2:30 minutes Mode 8: 3:00 minutes Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 1. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since the vehicle left the factory. To determine the mode to which the vehicle is programmed or to program the vehicle to a different mode, u[...]
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Lights Flash at Unlock This feature turns on the exterior lamps when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle. The lamps will remain on for approximately 20 seconds unless a door is opened, the ignition is turned to ACCESSORY, ON or START or the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock the vehicle. Programmable Mod[...]
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Lights Flash at Lock This feature allows the exterior lamps to flash once when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock the vehicle. All doors must be closed for this feature to work, and the lamps will not flash if the parking lamps or headlamps are on. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from th[...]
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Horn Sounds at Lock This feature sounds the horn once when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock the vehicle. All doors must be closed for this feature to work. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have[...]
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Exterior Lights at Unlock This feature turns on the exterior lamps when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle. The lamps will remain on for about 20 seconds unless a door is opened, the ignition is turned to ACCESSORY, ON or START or the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock the vehicle. Programmable Modes Mo[...]
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Driver Unlock in Park (Automatic Transmission) The feature allows the driver’s door to automatically unlock when the transmission is shifted into PARK (P). Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed sinc[...]
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Driver Unlock Key Out/Of f This feature allows the driver’s door to automatically unlock when the key is removed from the ignition on automatic transmission vehicles or when the ignition is turned to OFF for manual transmission vehicles. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed [...]
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Doors Unlock in Park (Automatic Transmission) The feature allows the doors to automatically unlock when the transmission is shifted into PARK (P). Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left t[...]
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Doors Unlock Key Out/Of f This feature allows the doors to automatically unlock when the key is removed from the ignition on automatic transmission vehicles or when the ignition is turned to OFF on manual transmission vehicles. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 2. T[...]
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Delayed Locking This feature delays the locking of the vehicle’s doors for up to five seconds after a power door lock switch or the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed. The five second delay occurs after the last door is closed. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory[...]
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Lock Passenger Window This feature allows you to disable either all the passenger window switches or the rear passenger window switches only. If this feature is turned on, all passenger window switches will be disabled when the window lockout button is pressed. If the feature is off, only the rear passenger window switches will be disabled. See Pow[...]
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Mirror to Curb in Reverse If your vehicle has the optional memory package, you will have this feature. When this feature is turned on, the passenger’s outside rearview mirror will move downward so you can view the curb when the shift lever is shifted into REVERSE (R). The mirror will return to the last known driving position when the shift lever [...]
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Enhanced Chime Volume This feature allows you to adjust the volume level of the vehicle’s warning chimes. The chime volume cannot be turned off, only adjusted. Programmable Modes Mode 1: NORMAL Mode 2: LOUD Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 1. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been cha[...]
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Audio System(s) Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio – be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio or other systems, and even[...]
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Radio with CD Radio Data System (RDS) Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, your radio can do the following: • Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming • Receive announcements concerning local and nation[...]
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XM™ Satellite Radio Service (48 Contiguous US States) XM™ is a continental U.S. based satellite radio service that offers 100 coast to coast channels including music, news, sports, talk, and children’s programming. XM™ provides digital quality audio and text information, including song title and artist name. A service fee is required in ord[...]
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Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to select FM1, FM2, or AM, or XM1 or XM2 (48 contiguous US states, if equipped). Q SEEK R : Press the up or the down arrow to seek to the next or to the previous station and stay there. SEEK will appear on the display. The sound will mute while seeking. The radio will seek only to stations that are in the s[...]
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Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, six XM1 and six XM2 (48 contiguous US states, if equipped), by performing the following steps: To set your preset stations manually, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press B[...]
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PRESETS HOME/AWAY: This feature gives you the ability to store two different kinds of station presets. HOME can be used for stations available where you live and AWAY can be for stations available outside of your local broadcasting area. To set preset stations for home and away perform the following steps: 1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the ma[...]
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AUDIO EQUALIZER: This feature allows you to select customized equalization settings. To choose an equalization setting (EQ0 through EQ5), perform the following steps: 1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until EQUALIZER appears on the display. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to set your equalization setting. The e[...]
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Using DSP Available only with the premium Bose ® audio system, this feature is used to provide a choice of five different listening experiences: DSP normal, talk, spacious, rear seat and driver seat. DSP can be used while listening to the radio or the CD player. The radio keeps separate DSP settings for each band, preset, and source. To select a [...]
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MSG (Message): If the current RDS station has a message, MSG will appear on the display. If the whole message does not appear on the display, parts of the message will appear every three seconds until the message is completed. Once the completed message has been displayed, MSG will disappear from the display until another new message is received. F[...]
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Activating Program Type (PTY) Stations (RDS and XM™) PTY allows you to search for stations with specific types of music. The selectable PTYs are POP, EASY, TALK, CNTRY (Country), CLASS (Classical), and JAZZ. To activate program types, perform the following steps: 1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until [...]
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XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XL (Explicit Language Channels) XL on the radio display, after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). XM Updating Updating encryption code The encryption[...]
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XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Message Condition Action Required No CAT Info Category Name not available No category information is available at this time on this channel. Your system is working properly. Not Found No channel available for the chosen category There are no channels available for the category you selected. Your system [...]
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Using the Single CD Player Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. If the ignition and the radio are on the CD will begin playing. CD will appear on the display. A CD may be loaded with the radio off but it will not start playing until the radio is on. If you turn off the ignition or radio with a CD in the play[...]
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Q SEEK R : Press the up or the down arrow to seek to the next or to the previous track on the CD. Q SCAN: Press this button to listen to each track for 10 seconds. The CD will go to a track, play for 10 seconds, then go on to the next track. Press this button again to stop scanning. X (Eject): Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing or to[...]
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To insert multiple CDs, do the following: 1. The ignition and the radio can be on or off. 2. Press and hold the LOAD button for two seconds. You will hear a beep and the display will read Please Wait. 3. Load the CD, when INSERT appears on the display, insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull the CD in. Do not load a C[...]
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• RDM ALL (Random All CDs): Plays all of the CDs loaded and tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RDM ALL will appear on the display. Press the MODE pushbutton again to turn off random play. RDM ALL will disappear from the display. F6 DISP (Display): Press this pushbutton to display the time of the track. Press this pushbutton again to[...]
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Configurable Radio Display Keys This feature allows you to customize the four keys that are located on each side of the radio display to make it easier to adjust the radio features and other non-radio related features are also available for customization. To program the configurable radio display keys, perform the following steps: 1. Press the TU[...]
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Navigation/Radio System The display screen is located in the center of the instrument panel. Your vehicle may be equipped with a radio navigation system that includes Digital Sound Processing (DSP), Radio Data System (RDS) with Program Type (PTY) selections that will seek out the kind of music you want to listen to. The radio system can also commun[...]
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Audio Steering Wheel Controls Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following: Volume: Turn the knob to increase or to decrease the volume. e (Band/Source): Press this button to choose FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (48 contiguous US states, if equipped), radio, or CD. For vehicles with the six-disc CD changer rad[...]
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Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise. FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM [...]
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Diversity Antenna System Your AM-FM antenna is integrated with your rear window defogger, located in the rear window. Be 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 reception. Notice: Do not apply aftermarket glass t[...]
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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ......... .4-2 Defensive Driving .......................................... .4-2 Drunken Driving ............................................ .4-3 Control of a Vehicle ....................................... .4-6 Braking ........................................................ .4-6 Traction Control System (T[...]
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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 1-9 . Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or[...]
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Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It is the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: • Judgment • Muscular Coordination • Vision • Attentiveness. Police records show [...]
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According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of liquors like whiskey, gin [...]
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But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for[...]
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Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you are driving on snow or ice, it is easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires a[...]
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Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traff ic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traff ic and allow reali[...]
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Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel. The anti-lock sys[...]
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Using Anti-Lock Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may hear the anti-lock pump or motor operate, and feel the brake pedal pulsate, but this is normal. Braking in Emergencies With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than e[...]
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To turn the system off, press the TC (traction control) button located in the glove box. If you press the TC button once, the traction control system will turn off and the traction control system warning light will come on. Press the TC button again to turn the system back on. If you press and hold the TC button for five seconds, the Stabilitrak ?[...]
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Stabilitrak ® comes on automatically whenever you start your vehicle. To help assist you with directional control of the vehicle, you should always leave the system on. You can turn Stabilitrak ® off if you ever need to through the TC (traction control) on/off button. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-9 . If your vehicle is in cruise co[...]
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Steering Tips Driving on Curves It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here is why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes[...]
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Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking — if you can stop in ti[...]
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Of f-Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of th[...]
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• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you are following a larger vehicle. Also, you will not have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. • When it looks li[...]
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Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, do not give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger. Ski[...]
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Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired — by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. • Drive defensively. • Do not drink and drive. • Since you can not see as well, you may need to slow down and keep[...]
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You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlam[...]
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The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traff ic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking. It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled[...]
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Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning does not happen often. But it can if your tires do not have [...]
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City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traff ic on them. You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traff ic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unk[...]
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Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traff ic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or[...]
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When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After [...]
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Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wi[...]
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If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. • Know how to go down hills. Th[...]
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Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of re?[...]
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Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You will have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful. What is the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” [...]
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Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See Braking on page 4-6 . • Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. • Watch for slippery spots. The road m[...]
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• Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow. • Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats — anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. You ca[...]
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Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with y[...]
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Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. You should turn your traction control system off. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-9 . Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release t[...]
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Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: • What’s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. • How far will you tow? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow. • Do you have the proper towing equipment? [...]
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Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certi?[...]
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A. Vehicle Capacity Weight The Tire and Loading Information label shows the seating capacity and the total weight your vehicle can properly carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight. If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Information label, Example 1, the label is attached to the center pillar, near the driver’s door latch. If yo[...]
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5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the av[...]
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Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = 750 lbs (340 kg) C Available Cargo Weight = 250 lbs (113 kg) Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) B Subtract Occupant Weight 20[...]
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Certification Label The Certification label is found on the rear edge of the driver’s side rear passenger door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axl[...]
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Towing a Trailer { CAUTION: If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. You may also damage your vehicle; the resulting repairs would not be cove[...]
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If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer If you do, here are some important points: • There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. • Con[...]
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Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. IF you have a lot of options, equipme[...]
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Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the Tire-Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-33 . Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue. Hitches It’s[...]
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Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly [...]
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Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your dealer. The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn[...]
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4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake and shift into PARK (P) for an automatic transmission or REVERSE (R) for a manual transmission. 5. Release the regular brakes. When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: • start your engine, • shift into a gear, [...]
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Service ........................................................... .5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work ........................ .5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ............................................. .5-4 Fuel ............................................................... .5-4 Gasoline Octane ..............................[...]
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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ................. .5-71 Wheel Replacement ..................................... .5-71 Tire Chains ................................................. .5-72 If a Tire Goes Flat ....................................... .5-73 Changing a Flat Tire .................................... .5-74 Compact Spare Tire ..............[...]
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Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you wa[...]
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CAUTION: (Continued) • Be sure you have suff icient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later break or [...]
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Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by automobile manufacturers around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel Charter which is available from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers at www.autoalliance.org. Gasoline meeting these specifications could provide improved driveabil[...]
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Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your emission control system to work properly. You should not have to add anything to your fuel. However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive [...]
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Filling Your Tank { CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away [...]
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While refueling, hang the fuel cap by the tether from the hook on the fuel door. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right. { CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can [...]
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The Check Gas Cap message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display if the fuel cap is not reinstalled properly. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-61 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 off the pump or by notifying the sta[...]
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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 liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshi[...]
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Hood Release To lift the hood, use the following steps: 1. Pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood. 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. The lever is located under the front edge of the grille near the center. Move the release leve[...]
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Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3.2L V6, you’ll see the following: 5-12[...]
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A. Battery. See Battery on page 5-44 . B. Underhood Fuse Block. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-94 . C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-40 . D. Passenger Compartment Air Filter. See Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-32 . E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-[...]
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When you open the hood on the 3.6L HFV6, you’ll see the following: 5-14[...]
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A. Underhood Fuse Block. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-94 . B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-40 . C. Battery. See Battery on page 5-44 . D. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-39 . E. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil on page 5-16 . F. Engine Oil Dipstick. See En[...]
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Engine Oil If the oil pressure light and/or the Oil Pressure Low – Stop Engine message on the DIC appears on the instrument cluster, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see “Oil Pressure Low – Stop Engine” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-61 and Oil Pressure Light on page 3-46 . You sh[...]
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When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the lower mark, then you will need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 5-106 . Notice: Do not add too much oil. If your engine has so much oil th[...]
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What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM4718M Your vehicle’s engine requires a special oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard may be identified as synthetic. However, not all synthetic oils will meet this GM standard. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M. Notice: If you use[...]
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• SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W-30 if it is going to be 0°F (–18°C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbo[...]
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When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life System) Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably. For the oil life syst[...]
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After the oil has been changed, the Change Engine Oil message and the oil life indicator must be reset. To reset the message and indicator, use one of the following procedures: Base Audio System Press the CLR button located to the right of the DIC display to acknowledge the Change Engine Oil message. This will clear the message from the display and[...]
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What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer?[...]
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When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at every oil change and replace it at the first oil change after 25,000 miles (40 000 km) 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 [...]
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Automatic Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take your vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible. You may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer or service center when y[...]
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Navigation System Press the multi-function button located to the right of the DIC display, next to the OK prompt to acknowledge the Change Trans Fluid message. This will clear the message from the display and reset it. To reset the transmission fluid life indicator, use the following steps: 1. Turn the system on by pressing the PWR/VOL knob once. [...]
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Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case. Then, follow these steps: 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 3. If the fluid level is good, [...]
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Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. See Owner Checks and Services on page 6-10 and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 . How to Check and Add Fluid Make sure the fluid level is at the MIN line shown. If it isn’t, [...]
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What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and one-half DEX-COOL ® coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. { CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the [...]
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Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank and pressure cap are located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, toward the rear of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. { CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids[...]
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Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL ® coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. { CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. When replacing th[...]
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If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine { CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. I[...]
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If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine An overheat warning, along with a Check Coolant Level message, can indicate a serious problem. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-61 . If you get an engine overheat warning with no Check Coolant Level message, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a lit[...]
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Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans { CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric [...]
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The coolant level should be at or slightly above the FULL COLD/FROID line on the side of the coolant surge tank. If it isn’t, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. { CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. D[...]
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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level isn’t at the FULL COLD/FROID line on the side of the coolant surge tank, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL ® coolant at the coolant surge tan[...]
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{ CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you would not get the [...]
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2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and remove it. 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to slightly above the FULL COLD/FROID line on the side of the coolant surge tank. 5-37[...]
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4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level re[...]
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Power Steering Fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the power steering fluid reservoir. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a proble[...]
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Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has suff icient protection against freezing. Adding Washer Fluid The Check Washer Fluid message wi[...]
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Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lin[...]
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If the ignition is in ON and the brake fluid is low, the “Check Brake Fluid” message will be displayed in the DIC. See “Check Brake Fluid Message” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-61 . When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-39 . What to Add When [...]
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{ CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes will not work well. That could lead to an accident. When you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when th[...]
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Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelco ® battery. When it is time for a new battery, get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label. We recommend an ACDelco ® battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for battery location. Warning: Battery posts, terminals and related accessorie[...]
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Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely. { CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: • They contain acid that can burn you. • They contain gas that can explode or ignite. • They contain [...]
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4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative ( − ) terminal locations on each vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location of the battery. { CAUTION: An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away f[...]
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{ 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 don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could also be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you shou[...]
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7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative ( − ) cable to the negative terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative ( − ) terminal if the vehicle has one. Don’t let the other end touch[...]
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9. Connect the other end of the negative ( − ) cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11. Try[...]
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A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) Terminal C. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( − ) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( − ) cable from the[...]
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Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bott[...]
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Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulb, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-55 . For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting Your vehicle may be equipped with HID headlamps. { CAUTION: The low beam high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very h[...]
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Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps A. Turn Signal Lamp B. Fog Lamp 1. Remove the protection shield located on the underside of the front of the vehicle by pulling out the push-pins located on the underside of the protection shield. 2. Reach up behind the front bumper area from under the vehicle to access the lamp housing. 3. Remove the bulb socket fro[...]
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Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps A. Tail and Stop Lamps B. Turn Signal Lamp C. Side-Marker Lamp 1. Open the trunk using the trunk button on the remote keyless entry transmitter or the trunk release button located on the lower part of the driver’s door. 2. Remove the compact spare tire cover by turning the wing nut counterclo[...]
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Back-Up and License Plate Lamps A. Back-Up Lamps B. License Plate Lamps 1. Open the trunk using the trunk button on the remote keyless entry transmitter or the trunk release button located on the lower part of the driver’s door. 2. Remove the cloth cover on the trunk lid by pulling out the three push-pins located on the underside of the trunk lid[...]
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Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See Owner Checks and Services on page 6-10 . It’s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see Normal Maintenance Replacement[...]
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Notice: Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield. Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield. 5. Squeeze the tab together and pull the wiper blade assembly down far enough to release it from the J-hook[...]
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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 GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual. { CAUTION: Poorly [...]
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Winter Tires If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads often, you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle. All season tires provide good overall performance on most surfaces but they may not offer the traction you would like or the same level of performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads. If you choose to use winter ti[...]
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(A) Tire Size Code: The tire size code 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 in this section for more detail. (B) Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec): Original equipment tires des[...]
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(A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be driven at speeds over 65 mph (105 km/h). The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone flat. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-85 and If a Tire Goes Flat on page[...]
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(E) Tire Inflation: The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 60 psi (420 kPa). For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-66 . (F) Tire Size: A combination of letters and numbers define a tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. T[...]
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(C) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is “70,” as shown in item “C” of the illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is 70% as high as it is wide. (D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction [...]
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Cold Inflation Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) before a tire has built up heat from driving. See Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-66 . Curb Weight: This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but w[...]
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Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended tire inflation pressure and shown on the tire placard. See Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-66 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-33 . Radial Ply tire: A pneumatic [...]
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Inflation - Tire Pressure The tire and loading information label, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-33 , for the location of your vehicle’s tire and loading in[...]
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Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-68 and Wheel Replacement on page 5-71 for more information. The p[...]
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When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: • You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. • You[...]
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{ CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels. It’s a[...]
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Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual[...]
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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment may need to [...]
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Used Replacement Wheels { CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s 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: Don’t use tire chains. There’s not enough clearance. Ti[...]
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If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s 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 do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will[...]
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Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. { CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tire. To[...]
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Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. To gain access to the spare tire and jacking equipment, do the following: 1. Turn the center nut on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it. Then remove the cover. 2. Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it. Then remove the jack an[...]
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3. Remove the compact spare tire. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-85 for more information about the compact spare tire. 4. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and the wheel wrench (B). 5-76[...]
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Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps If your vehicle has wheel covers, use the flat end of the wheel wrench to remove the covers. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to gently pry off the wheel cover. Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge and don’t try to remove the wheel cover with your hands. If your vehicle has wheel nut caps, tur[...]
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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Place the wheel wrench (A) securely over the wheel nut (B). Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. 2. Find the jacking location using the diagram above and corresponding hoisting notches located in the plastic molding. The notches in the p[...]
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{ 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 even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal[...]
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9. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. { CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Con[...]
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10. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. 11. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each wheel nut by turning it clockwise with your hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 12. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 5-81[...]
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13. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. { CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. CAUTION[...]
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Pagina 369
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools { CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. After you’ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle, you’ll need to store the flat ti[...]
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Use the following diagram as a guide for storing the compact spare tire in the trunk: A. Compact Spare Tire Cover Wing Nut B. Compact Spare Tire Cover C. Plastic Wing Nut D. Retainer E. Jack Container with Wheel Wrench and Jack F. Flat Road Tire G. Compact Spare Tire H. Foam Insert I. Bolt J. Wheel Wrench K. Jack L. Jack Container 5-84[...]
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Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated. The comp[...]
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Pagina 372
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and[...]
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Here are some cleaning tips: • Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. • Clean up stains as soon as you can — before they set. • Carefully scrape off any excess stain. • Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. • If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleani[...]
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Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use on a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish. Cleaning Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Cleaning the Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker[...]
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Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing [...]
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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 your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted s[...]
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Pagina 377
Cleaning Tires To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle. Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sh[...]
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Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the following products. Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Polishing Cloth Wax-Treated Interior and exterior polishing cloth. Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil and asphalt. Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome or stainless steel.[...]
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Pagina 379
Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labe[...]
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Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker. If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow, the wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart. Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and power seats. When the current load is too heavy, the cir[...]
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Pagina 381
Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. To access the fuses, push in the two tabs located on each side of the fuse block cover. Then lift the cover off. Relays Usage LO SPEED FAN RELAY M[...]
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Relays Usage S/P FAN RELAY MINI Series/Parallel Fan PARK LAMP RELAY MICRO Parking Lamps HORN RELAY MICRO Horn HI BEAM RELAY MICRO High-Beam Headlamps DRL RELAY MICRO-OPT Daytime Running Lamps LO BEAM RELAY/HID MINI-OPT Low-Beam HID Headlamps (Option) HDLP WASH RELAY MINI-OPT Headlamp Washer Motor (Option) CIGAR RELAY MINI Cigarette Lighter (Option)[...]
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J Cases Usage R REAR RRPDB (Passenger’s Side Rear Power Distribution Box) R REAR RRPDB (Passenger’s Side Rear Power Distribution Box) L REAR LRPDB (Driver’s Side Rear Power Distribution Box) L REAR LRPDB (Driver’s Side Rear Power Distribution Box) HI FAN High Cooling Fan Motor LO FAN Low Cooling Fan Motor BLOWER PWM Fan Motor Assembly START[...]
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Fuses Usage LT PARK Driver’s Side Taillamp Assembly, Front Sidemarker and Front Parking Lamp Assembly LIC/DIMMING Rear License Plate Assembly, DIM DIM/ALDL DIM, ALDL (Assembly Line Data Link) FLASHER Turn Signal/Hazard Flasher Module MANIFOLD Manifold Flaps 1 and 2, Air Mass Meter, Canister Purge Valve STRG CTLS Steering Wheel Control Pad, Headla[...]
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Fuses Usage WPR MOD Windshield Wiper Module Assembly INJ Fuel Injectors COMP CLUTCH Compressor Clutch WPR SW Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch FOG LAMP Fog Lamps OUTLET Center Console Accessory Power Outlet POST 02 Driver’s and Passenger’s Side Oxygen Sensors, LRPDB (Pusher Cooling Fan Relay) I/P OUTLET Instrument Panel Accessory Power Outlet Fuse[...]
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Pagina 386
Removing the Rear Seat Cushion Notice: If, when removing or reinstalling the rear seat, you do not do it carefully, you could damage the fuse center. Avoid contact between the rear seat and the fuse center whenever you remove or reinstall the rear seat. To remove the rear seat cushion, do the following: 1. Pull up on the front of the cushion to rel[...]
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{ CAUTION: A safety belt that isn’t properly routed through the seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) hasn’t been routed through the seat cushion at all, it won’t be there to work for the next passenger. The person sitting in that position coul[...]
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Pagina 388
Rear Underseat Fuse Block (Driver’s Side) The driver’s side rear fuse block is located under the rear seat on the driver’s side of the vehicle. The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the rear fuse block. See “Removing the Rear Seat Cushion” listed previously. To access the fuse block, push in the two tabs located at each end of t[...]
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Fuses Usage L FRT HTD SEAT MOD Driver’s Heated Seat Module MEM/ADAPT SEAT Driver’s Power Seat Switch, Memory Seat Module TRUNK DR RELEASE Trunk Release Motor REVERSE LAMP ISRVM (Inside Rearview Mirror), License Plate Lamp Assembly SPARE Not Used POSITION LAMP Taillamp Assemblies, Front Position Lamp Assemblies SPARE Not Used SPARE Not Used AUDI[...]
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Pagina 390
Rear Underseat Fuse Block (Passenger’s Side) The passenger’s side rear fuse block is located under the rear seat on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the rear fuse block. See “Removing the Rear Seat Cushion” listed previously. To access the fuse block, push in the two tabs located at each[...]
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Pagina 391
Fuses Usage R FRT HTD SEAT MOD Passenger’s Side Heated Seat Module SPARE Not Used SIR SDM (Sensing Diagnostic Module) RIM ISRVM (Inside Rearview Mirror), Power Sounder, RIM, Passive Trunk Release Sensor CANISTER VENT Canister Vent Solenoid SPARE Not Used Circuit Breakers Usage DR MOD PWR C/B Door Modules J Cases Usage REAR DEFOG Rear Window Defog[...]
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Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 for more information. Application Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Use Refrigerant Oil, R134a Systems 1.3 lbs. 0.59 kg Cooling System 3.2L V6 10.4 quarts 9.8 [...]
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Application Capacities English Metric Transmission Automatic 9.0 quarts 8.5 L Manual 1.3 quarts 1.2 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft (140 Y ) All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spar[...]
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✍ NOTES 5-108[...]
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Maintenance Schedule ..................................... .6-2 Introduction .................................................. .6-2 Maintenance Requirements ............................. .6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... .6-2 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ................... .6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ....................[...]
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Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspection[...]
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Pagina 397
This schedule is for vehicles that: • carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will find these limits on the tire and loading information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-33 . • are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. • use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-4 . The servi[...]
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Pagina 398
Scheduled Maintenance When the Change Engine Oil message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) comes on, it means that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may not indic[...]
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Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil on page 5-16 . An Emission Control Service. •• Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (k). •• Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-22 . An Emission Cont[...]
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Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service ( I or II ) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Service 25,000 (41 500) 50,000 (83 000) 75,000 (125 000) 100,000 (166 000) 125,000 (207 500) 150,000 (240 000) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. ••••• • [...]
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Pagina 401
Service 25,000 (41 500) 50,000 (83 000) 75,000 (125 000) 100,000 (166 000) 125,000 (207 500) 150,000 (240 000) Except 3.2L engine: Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. • 3.2L engine: Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. •••• • 3.2L engine: Replace timing belt. An Emission Control[...]
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Pagina 402
Maintenance Footnotes † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services[...]
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Pagina 403
(f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders. Lubricate all body door hinges. Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, rear compartment, console door and any folding seat hardware. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make [...]
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Pagina 404
Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you with these checks and services. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lub[...]
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Pagina 405
At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check { CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-34 if necessar[...]
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Pagina 406
Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. • With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in OFF. • With a manual transmission, the key should turn to OFF only[...]
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Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard may be identified as synthetic, and should also be identified with the [...]
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Pagina 408
Usage Fluid/Lubricant Manual Transmission DEXRON ® -III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Automatic Transmission DEXRON ® -III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Key Lock Cylinders Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Floor Shift Linkage Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 99272[...]
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Numbers Other Part Numbers Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 25728874 A2029C 1 Engine Oil Filter 3.2L V6 88894390 PF2256G 1 3.6L HFV6 25177917 PF2129 1 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 25740404 — Spark Plugs 3.2L V6 24425327 FGR8KQE0 2 3.6L HFV6 12565996 41-988 1 Windshield Wiper Blade (Hook Type)[...]
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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 in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-10 can be added on the following record pa[...]
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Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-17[...]
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Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-18[...]
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Customer Assistance Information ..................... .7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... .7-2 Online Owner Center ..................................... .7-3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ............................... .7-4 Customer Assistance Off ices ........................... .7-4 GM Mobility Program[...]
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Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all conce[...]
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The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action, use of the [...]
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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 (2622). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-383[...]
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Overseas – Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) – Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma # 2740 Col. Lomas de Bezares C.P. 11910, Mexi[...]
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Roadside Service Cadillac’s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, where available, a Cadillac trained dealer technician who can provide on-site service. Each technician travels with a specially equipped service vehicle com[...]
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Roadside Service Availability Wherever you drive in the United States or Canada, an advisor is available to assist you over the phone. A dealer technician, if available, can travel to your location within a 30 mile (50 km) radius of a participating Cadillac dealership. If beyond this radius, we will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Cad[...]
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Courtesy Transportation Cadillac has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase/lease customer[...]
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Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement (five days maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses (five day maximum) may[...]
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Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for[...]
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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 Traff ic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar compla[...]
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Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedur[...]
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Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please 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 Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the World [...]
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✍ NOTES 7-14[...]
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A Accessing the DIC Main Menu (Base Audio System) ................................... 3-57 Accessory Power Outlets ................................. 3-24 Activating Program T ype (PTY) Stations (RDS and XM™) ....................................... 3-109 Adding W asher Fluid ....................................... 5-40 Additional Program Informati[...]
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Pagina 428
B Backing Up .................................................... 4-42 Battery .......................................................... 5-44 Battery Not Charging ....................................... 3-61 Battery Replacement ......................................... 2 - 7 Battery Saver Active ........................................ 3-62 Batter[...]
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Pagina 429
Check Brake Fluid .......................................... 3-64 Check Coolant Level ....................................... 3-65 Check Engine Light ......................................... 3-42 Check Gas Cap .............................................. 3-65 Check W asher Fluid ........................................ 3-65 Checking Coolant ....[...]
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Coolant Engine T emperature Gage ............................ 3-42 Engine T emperature Warning Light ................. 3-41 Heater , Engine ............................................ 2-25 Surge T ank Pressure Cap ............................. 5-30 Cooling System .............................................. 5-33 Cruise Control ..................[...]
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Driving At Night ..................................................... 4-17 City ........................................................... 4-21 Defensive ..................................................... 4 - 2 Drunken ....................................................... 4 - 3 Freeway ..................................................... 4-[...]
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Express-Up Window ........................................ 2-15 Extender , Safety Belt ....................................... 1-28 Exterior Lamps ............................................... 3-20 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver .......................... 3-22 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...................................... 5-22 Finding a Stat[...]
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H Hazard W arning Flashers ................................... 3 - 6 Head Restraints ............................................... 1 - 6 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ................... 3-10 Headlamp W ashers ......................................... 3-19 Headlamps .................................... 3-11, 3-20, 5-52 Bulb Replacement .........[...]
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J Jump Starting ................................................. 5-45 K Key Release Button (Manual Transmission) .................................. 2-23 Keyless Entry System ....................................... 2 - 4 Keys ............................................................... 2 - 3 L Lamps Exterior .....................................[...]
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M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ........................... 6 - 6 At Each Fuel Fill ......................................... 6-10 At Least Once a Month ................................ 6-10 At Least Once a Y ear .................................. 6-11 Introduction .................................................. 6 - 2 Mainten[...]
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Oil Engine ....................................................... 5-16 Pressure Light ............................................. 3-46 Oil Pressure Low – Stop Engine ....................... 3-69 Older Children, Restraints ................................ 1-29 Online Owner Center ........................................ 7 - 3 OnStar ® Personal[...]
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Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......... 1-13 R Radio Data System (RDS) .............................. 3-101 Radio Message ............................................. 3-109 Radios ......................................................... 3-100 Care of Y our CD Player .............................. 3-119 Care of Y our CDs .............[...]
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Restraint Systems Checking .................................................... 1-59 Replacing Parts ........................................... 1-60 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................... 2-24 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...... 1-22 Right Rear Door Ajar ....................................... 3-70 Roadside Service .[...]
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Service Air Bag .............................................. 3-71 Service Bulletins ............................................. 7-12 Service Charging System ................................. 3-72 Service Electrical System ................................. 3-72 Service Fuel System ....................................... 3-72 Service Idle Control[...]
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Pagina 440
Sun Visors ..................................................... 2-17 Sunroof ......................................................... 2-54 System Controls, DIC ...................................... 3-50 T T achometer .................................................... 3-37 T aillamps T urn Signal, Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps ................[...]
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T ransmission, Transaxle, T ransfer Case Unit Repair Manual ............................................ 7-12 T ransportation Options ...................................... 7 - 8 T rip Odometers .............................................. 3-36 T runk ............................................................ 2-12 T runk Lock Release ..........[...]
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W ashing Y our V ehicle ...................................... 5-89 Weight of the Trailer ........................................ 4-39 Weight of the Trailer T ongue ............................. 4-40 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use ........................ 5-18 What to Do with Used Oil ................................ 5-22 What to Use .............[...]