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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ..... . 2 In Brief ......5 Keys, Doors, and Windows .

  • Page 3: Introduction

    To quickly locate information about to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the vehicle, use the Index in the Caution the CHEVROLET Emblem, IMPALA, back of the manual.

  • Page 4: Vehicle Symbol Chart

    Introduction A circle with a slash through it is a : Airbag Readiness Light : Remote Vehicle Start safety symbol which means Do : Air Conditioning : Safety Belt Reminders Not, Do not do this, or Do not let this happen. : Antilock Brake System (ABS) : Tire Pressure Monitor ®...
  • Page 5 Introduction NOTES...

  • Page 6: In Brief

    In Brief In Brief Steering Wheel Controls ..19 Cruise Control ....19 Power Outlets ....20 Universal Remote System .

  • Page 7: Instrument Panel

    In Brief Instrument Panel...

  • Page 8: Initial Drive Information

    In Brief 1. Air Vents 0 159 14. Steering Wheel Adjustment Initial Drive 0 86 (Out of View). 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn Information and Lane-Change Signals 15. Cruise Control 0 186 0 127 This section provides a brief 16.

  • Page 9: Remote Vehicle Start

    In Brief Canceling a Remote Start Press and hold for more than two seconds to sound the panic To cancel a remote start, do one of alarm. the following: Press again to cancel the panic Press and hold until the alarm.

  • Page 10: Trunk Release

    In Brief To open the trunk from the inside, Seat Adjustment : Press the top of the switch to unlock all doors. press . See Trunk 0 31 Manual Seats For more information, see: Windows Power Door Locks 0 29 Delayed Locking 0 30 Trunk Release To open the trunk from the outside,...

  • Page 11: Second Row Seats

    In Brief To adjust the seatback, see Manual Power Reclining Seatback Manual Lumbar Reclining Seatbacks under Reclining Seatbacks 0 43 Power Seats To adjust a power seatback, Move the lever up or down to if equipped: increase or decrease lumbar support.

  • Page 12: Head Restraint Adjustment

    In Brief Head Restraint Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use Adjustment safety belts properly. Do not drive until the head restraints Safety Belts 0 47 for all occupants are installed and How to Wear Safety Belts adjusted properly.

  • Page 13: Mirror Adjustment

    In Brief Mirror Adjustment Interior Mirror Steering Wheel Adjustment Adjust the rearview mirror to clearly Exterior Mirrors view the area behind the vehicle. Manual Rearview Mirror If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use or pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid the glare of headlamps from behind.

  • Page 14: Interior Lighting

    In Brief Interior Lighting For more information on interior AUTO : Automatically operates the lighting, see: headlamps and other exterior lamps Dome Lamp at normal brightness. Instrument Panel Illumination The center mounted dome lamp Control 0 128 : Turns on the parking lamps overhead comes on when a door is including all lamps, except the Courtesy Lamps 0 128...

  • Page 15: Windshield Wiper/Washer

    In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer Windshield Washer Push the paddle at the top of the lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield. See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 87 The lever is located on the left side of the steering column. : Single wipe, turn to , then release.

  • Page 16: Climate Controls

    In Brief Climate Controls This vehicle may have a dual or single climate control system. The heating, cooling, defrost, defog, and ventilation can be controlled with either of these systems. Dual Zone with Optional Heated Seat Controls 1. Fan Control 7.
  • Page 17 In Brief Single Zone 1. Fan Control 6. Rear Window Defogger 2. Outside Air 7. Air Conditioning 3. Temperature Control See Climate Control Systems 0 156 4. Recirculation 5. Air Delivery Mode Control...

  • Page 18: Vehicle Features

    In Brief Vehicle Features SEEK or SEEK : Seek or scan stations. Radio(s) : For vehicles with RDS, press to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or SiriusXM station; or CD, MP3, or WMA song. If information is available during SiriusXM or CD playback, the song title information displays on the top line of the...

  • Page 19: Satellite Radio

    In Brief favorites, each having six favorite Portable Audio Devices 3. Press the button again until stations available per page. Each the clock display stops flashing This vehicle may have an auxiliary page of favorites can contain any to set the currently displayed input jack on the audio faceplate.

  • Page 20: Steering Wheel Controls

    In Brief Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control : Press to go to the previous radio station stored as a favorite, the next track if a CD is playing, reject an incoming call, or end a current call. SRCE : Press to choose between the radio, CD, and auxiliary input jack.

  • Page 21: Power Outlets

    In Brief Universal Remote System This system provides a way to : Press to disengage cruise replace up to three remote control control without erasing the set transmitters used to activate speed from memory. devices such as garage door See Cruise Control 0 186 openers, security systems, and home automation devices.

  • Page 22: Performance And Maintenance

    In Brief Performance and Press and release the TCS/ESC The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in button again to turn on Maintenance pressure of one of the vehicle's traction control. tires. If the warning light comes on, To turn off both TCS and ESC, Traction Control/ stop as soon as possible and inflate...

  • Page 23: Engine Oil Life System

    Canada: 1-800-268-6800 Brake gradually and avoid 1. Using the DIC, display OIL abrupt stops. As the owner of a new Chevrolet, LIFE REMAINING. See Driver you are automatically enrolled in the Avoid idling the engine for long Information Center (DIC) Roadside Assistance program.

  • Page 24: Keys, Doors, And Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Heated Mirrors ....36 Keys and Locks Interior Mirrors Windows Keys Interior Rearview Mirrors ..36 Manual Rearview Mirror .
  • Page 25 Keys, Doors, and Windows moving the key out of the RUN Warning (Continued) position. Do not add any additional items to the ring attached to the impacted, and airbags may not ignition key. Attach additional items deploy. To reduce the risk of only to the second ring, and limit unintentional rotation of the added items to a few essential keys...

  • Page 26: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    Keys, Doors, and Windows If the transmitter is still not If you are locked out of your vehicle, contact Roadside Assistance. See working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician Roadside Assistance Program 0 289 for more information. for service. With an active OnStar subscription, Remote Keyless Entry an OnStar Advisor may remotely...
  • Page 27 Keys, Doors, and Windows lamps flash and the horn sounds Pressing may arm the content repeatedly for 30 seconds. The theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle alarm turns off when the ignition is Alarm System 0 33 turned to ON/RUN or is pressed (Unlock) : Press once to unlock again.

  • Page 28: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement To replace the battery: systems and rear window defogger. When the remote start system is 1. Separate the transmitter with a Replace the battery if the REPLACE active and the vehicle has an flat, thin object, such as a flat BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY automatic climate control system, it head screwdriver.
  • Page 29 Keys, Doors, and Windows To start the vehicle using the remote time can be extended one time and See Ignition Positions 0 172 start feature: 30 seconds after the first remote information regarding the ignition start. positions on your vehicle. 1.

  • Page 30: Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Locks Power Door Locks Warning (Continued) Warning death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle Unlocked doors can be whenever leaving it. dangerous. Outsiders can easily enter Passengers, especially through an unlocked door children, can easily open when you slow down or stop the doors and fall out of a the vehicle.

  • Page 31: Delayed Locking

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks If the lock switch is pressed on the door that is open and the key is in This feature allows the driver to The doors will automatically lock the ignition, all of the doors will lock delay the actual locking of the when the shift lever is moved out of and then the open door will unlock.

  • Page 32: Doors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. Open the door from the Doors outside. To cancel the rear door Trunk security lock: 1. Unlock the door and open it Warning from the outside. Exhaust gases can enter the 2. Insert the key into the security vehicle if it is driven with the lock slot and turn it so the slot liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with...
  • Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Trunk Release Emergency Trunk Release Warning (Continued) Handle highest setting. See Caution Climate Control Systems in the Index. Do not use the emergency trunk If the vehicle is equipped release handle as a tie-down or with a power liftgate, disable anchor point when securing items the power liftgate function.

  • Page 34: Vehicle Security

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security When the alarm is armed, the trunk may be opened with the RKE This vehicle has theft-deterrent transmitter. The power door lock features; however, they do not make switches are disabled and the doors the vehicle impossible to steal.

  • Page 35: Immobilizer

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Disarming with the RKE The system is automatically armed problem with the theft-deterrent when the key is removed from the system. Turn the ignition off and try Transmitter ignition. again. The alarm system will disarm when The system is automatically If the engine still does not start, and the RKE transmitter is used to...

  • Page 36: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows See your dealer or a locksmith who The security light will turn off Exterior Mirrors can service PASS-Key III+ to get a once the key has been new key blank cut exactly as the programmed. Convex Mirrors ignition key that operates the 5.

  • Page 37: Power Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Mirrors Keep the selector switch in the Interior Mirrors center position when not adjusting either outside mirror. Interior Rearview Mirrors Heated Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle. For vehicles with heated mirrors: Do not spray glass cleaner directly (Rear Window Defogger) :...

  • Page 38: Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows pulsing sound when either rear The switches on the driver door window is down and the front armrest are used to control each of windows are up. To reduce the the windows. Each passenger door Warning sound, open either a front window has its own window switch.

  • Page 39: Sun Visors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Window Lockout Sun Visors Roof (Window Lockout) : The driver Sunroof window switches also include a lockout switch. Press the right side of the switch to prevent the rear passengers from using their window switches. The driver can still control all the windows and the front passenger can control their own window with the lockout on.
  • Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows vent, the sunshade should be fully roof sealing area using a clean opened. The sunshade can be cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not opened or closed manually by remove grease from sunroof. sliding it rearward or forward. From the vent position, press this switch again to activate the express-open feature.

  • Page 41: Seats And Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Seats and Replacing Safety Belt System Replacing LATCH System Parts Parts after a Crash ... 53 After a Crash ....77 Restraints Securing Child Restraints Airbag System...

  • Page 42: Head Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the To lower the head restraint, press top of the restraint is at the same the button located on top of the height as the top of the occupant's seatback, and push the head Warning head.

  • Page 43: Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints Front Seats 1. Lift the bar under the front as a storage area by lowering the edge of the seat cushion to seatback. See Center Console unlock the seat. Storage 0 83 Seat Adjustment 2. Slide the seat to the desired The seatback doubles as an position and release the bar.

  • Page 44: Lumbar Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints Raise or lower the front or rear Reclining Seatbacks of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up Warning or down. The driver seat may have power Sitting in a reclined position when reclining seatbacks.

  • Page 45: Heated Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints 2. Push and pull on the seatback Heated Front Seats to make sure it is locked. Warning Power Reclining Seatbacks If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater,...

  • Page 46: Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints Press the button once for the Rear Seats highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat will Rear Seats (Split Folding) change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The Flip and Fold Feature lights indicate two for the highest On vehicles with this feature, the...
  • Page 47 Seats and Restraints 2. Flip the seat cushion forward 2. Make sure the safety belts are Warning by pulling up on the tab in the properly stowed over the center of the seat cushion seatback in all three seating If either seatback is not locked, it where the seatback meets the positions.

  • Page 48: Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints Safety Belts When riding in a vehicle, you travel Warning (Continued) as fast as the vehicle does. If the This section of the manual vehicle stops suddenly, you keep passengers to ride in any area of describes how to use safety belts going until something stops you.

  • Page 49: How To Wear Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why It is very important for all occupants pelvic bones and you would be should I have to wear safety to buckle up. Statistics show that less likely to slide under the lap belts? unbelted people are hurt more often belt.

  • Page 50: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    Seats and Restraints Lap-Shoulder Belt 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let All seating positions in the vehicle it get twisted. have a lap-shoulder belt except for The lap-shoulder belt may lock the center front passenger position if you pull the belt across you (if equipped), which has a lap belt.
  • Page 51 Seats and Restraints Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before a door is closed, be sure the in this section for instructions belt is out of the way. If a door is on use and important safety slammed against a safety belt, information.

  • Page 52: Safety Belt Use During

    Seats and Restraints pretensioners cannot be seen, they Comfort guides are available are part of the safety belt assembly. through your dealer for the rear They can help tighten the safety outboard seating positions. belts during the early stages of a Instructions are included with the moderate to severe frontal and near guide.

  • Page 53: Lap Belt

    Seats and Restraints A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash.

  • Page 54: Safety System Check

    Seats and Restraints will wear, so the extender will be Keep safety belts clean and dry. Warning (Continued) long enough for you. To help avoid See Safety Belt Care 0 53 personal injury, do not let someone serious injury or even death in a Safety Belt Care else use it, and use it only for the crash.

  • Page 55: Airbag System

    Seats and Restraints Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word Warning (Continued) AIRBAG is on the center of the The vehicle has the following steering wheel for the driver and on designed to work with safety airbags: the instrument panel for the front belts, not replace them.

  • Page 56: Where Are The Airbags

    Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Warning (Continued) Warning seriously injured or killed. Do not Children who are up against, sit unnecessarily close to any or very close to, any airbag when airbag, as you would be if sitting it inflates can be seriously injured on the edge of the seat or leaning or killed.

  • Page 57: When Should An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints The front outboard passenger Warning (Continued) frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.

  • Page 58: What Makes An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints Deployment thresholds are used to whether the object is fixed or rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags predict how severe a crash is likely moving, rigid or deformable, narrow will inflate when either side of the to be in time for the airbags to or wide.

  • Page 59: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates

    Seats and Restraints moderate to severe side collisions, the airbag module may be hot for Warning (Continued) even belted occupants can contact several minutes. For location of the the inside of the vehicle. airbags, see Where Are the by opening a window or a door. Airbags? 0 55 Airbags supplement the protection If you experience breathing...

  • Page 60: Passenger Sensing System

    Seats and Restraints airbag modules and possibly Warning (Continued) other parts. The service manual for the vehicle covers the need the vehicle, such as the fuel to replace other parts. system, brake and steering The vehicle has a crash sensing systems, etc.
  • Page 61 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) works with sensors that are part of the front outboard passenger seat. the back of the rear-facing child seat. Consider using another The sensors are designed to detect restraint would be very close to vehicle to transport the child the presence of a properly-seated the inflating airbag.
  • Page 62 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system is 3. Remove any additional items Warning designed to turn on the front from the seat such as blankets, outboard passenger frontal airbag cushions, seat covers, seat If the airbag readiness light ever anytime the system senses that a heaters, or seat massagers.
  • Page 63 Seats and Restraints If this happens, adjust the head If a person of adult-size is sitting in Warning restraint. See Head Restraints the front outboard passenger seat, 0 41 but the off indicator is lit, it could be If the front outboard passenger because that person is not sitting 6.

  • Page 64: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped

    Seats and Restraints A thick layer of additional material, passenger airbag while a child Servicing the such as a blanket or cushion, restraint or child occupant is on Airbag-Equipped Vehicle or aftermarket equipment such as the seat. If the passenger airbag seat covers, seat heaters, and seat is turned on, the on indicator will Airbags affect how the vehicle...

  • Page 65: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

    Seats and Restraints Adding Equipment to the covers, upholstery, or trim; or with Airbag System Check GM covers, upholstery, or trim Airbag-Equipped Vehicle The airbag system does not need designed for a different vehicle. Any regularly scheduled maintenance or Adding accessories that change the object, such as an aftermarket seat replacement.

  • Page 66: Replacing Airbag System Parts

    Seats and Restraints Replacing Airbag System Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the Parts after a Crash weight and height limitations for that Older Children booster. Use a booster seat with a Warning lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below: A crash can damage the airbag Sit all the way back on the seat.
  • Page 67 Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be According to accident statistics, maintained for the length of the children are safer when properly trip? If yes, continue. If no, restrained in a rear seating position. return to the booster seat. In a crash, children who are not If you have the choice, a child buckled up can strike other people...

  • Page 68: Infants And Young Children

    Seats and Restraints restraints. In fact, the law in every Every time infants and young Warning (Continued) state in the United States and in children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by every Canadian province says That could cause serious or fatal children up to some age must be appropriate child restraints.
  • Page 69 Seats and Restraints restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs.

  • Page 70: Child Restraint Systems

    Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Warning (Continued) the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries.
  • Page 71 Seats and Restraints important, so if they are not Warning (Continued) available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. restraint properly in the vehicle Keep in mind that an unsecured using the vehicle safety belt or child restraint can move around in a LATCH system, following the collision or sudden stop and injure instructions that came with that...

  • Page 72: Where To Put The Restraint

    Seats and Restraints Securing the Child Within the Warning Warning (Continued) Child Restraint A child in a rear-facing child the front seat, always move the Warning restraint can be seriously injured front passenger seat as far back or killed if the front passenger as it will go.

  • Page 73: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)

    Seats and Restraints Child restraints and booster seats Lower Anchors and this can be done as long as the vary considerably in size, and some booster seat can be positioned Tethers for Children may fit in certain seating positions properly and there is no interference (LATCH System) better than others.
  • Page 74 Seats and Restraints Not all vehicle seating positions or seating position that will The child restraint may have a child restraints have lower anchors accommodate a child restraint with single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). and attachments or top tether lower attachments (2).
  • Page 75 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchor and Top Tether To assist in locating the lower The top tether anchors are under anchors, each seating position with the covers on the rear seatback filler Anchor Locations lower anchors has two labels, near panel.
  • Page 76 Seats and Restraints Securing a Child Restraint Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Designed for the LATCH System restraint to a single anchor could Buckle any unused safety belts cause the anchor or attachment behind the child restraint so Warning to come loose or even break children cannot reach them.
  • Page 77 Seats and Restraints If you need to secure more than one 1.3. Attach and tighten the child restraint in the rear seat, see lower attachments on the Where to Put the Restraint 0 71 child restraint to the lower anchors. This system is designed to make the installation of child restraints 2.

  • Page 78: Replacing Latch System Parts

    Seats and Restraints 3. Before placing a child in the If the vehicle has the LATCH system child restraint, make sure it is and it was being used during a securely held in place. To crash, new LATCH system parts check, grasp the child restraint may be needed.
  • Page 79 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child seat in a 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run position without a top tether anchor the lap and shoulder portions if a national or local law requires of the vehicle safety belt that the top tether be anchored, or if through or around the restraint.

  • Page 80: Securing Child Restraints (Center Front Seat)

    Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Center Front Seat) manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top Warning tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH A child in a child restraint in the System) 0 72 for more...
  • Page 81 Seats and Restraints See Passenger Sensing System Do not secure a child seat in a Warning (Continued) 0 59 and Passenger Airbag Status position without a top tether anchor Indicator 0 96 for more information, if a national or local law requires Even if the passenger sensing including important safety that the top tether be anchored, or if...
  • Page 82 Seats and Restraints 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 5.
  • Page 83 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side-to-side and back-and-forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of...

  • Page 84: Storage

    Storage Storage Storage Rear Storage Compartments For vehicles with a split folding rear seat, there are two storage areas Storage Compartments underneath. Pull the tab(s) located Glove Box Glove Box ..... 83 by the passenger side safety belt Cupholders .

  • Page 85: Storage

    Storage Additional Storage Features Convenience Net For vehicles with a convenience net, it is located in the rear. Use it to store small loads as far forward as possible. The net should not be used to store heavy loads.

  • Page 86: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Malfunction Indicator Lamp Engine Cooling System (Check Engine Light) ..98 Messages ....109 Controls Brake System Warning Light .

  • Page 87: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Instruments and Controls Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel (Previous/End) : Press to while driving. go to the previous radio station stored as a favorite, go to the next Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls track if a CD is playing, reject an Adjustment incoming call, or end a current call.

  • Page 88: Horn

    Instruments and Controls Horn (Adjustable Interval Wipes) : Warning Turn the band up for more frequent Press near or on the horn symbols wipes or down for less frequent In freezing weather, do not use on the steering wheel pad to sound wipes.

  • Page 89: Compass

    Instruments and Controls Compass Compass Variance (Zone) 3. Press to scroll through and Procedure select the appropriate This vehicle may have a compass in variance zone. 1. Do not set the compass zone the Driver Information Center (DIC). when the vehicle is moving. 4.

  • Page 90: Clock

    Instruments and Controls after making turns, there may be a 2. To increase or decrease the 3. Press to start the compass strong magnetic field interfering with time, do one of the following calibration. the compass. Such interference while the hours or minutes are 4.

  • Page 91: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls With Date Display 5. To decrease the time or date, 3. Press again or press the do one of the following: MENU button to apply the Radio with CD (MP3) selected default, or let the Turn the knob This radio has a button for setting...

  • Page 92: Cigarette Lighter

    Instruments and Controls When adding electrical equipment, Warning Caution (Continued) be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with Power is always supplied to the heating element when it is hot. the equipment. See Add-On outlets. Do not leave electrical Damage from overheating can Electrical Equipment 0 198 equipment plugged in when the...

  • Page 93: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working.

  • Page 94: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Uplevel Shown, Base and Metric Similar...

  • Page 95: Speedometer

    Instruments and Controls Speedometer Caution The speedometer shows the vehicle If the engine is operated with the speed in kilometers per hour (km/h) rpm s in the warning area at the and miles per hour (mph). high end of the tachometer, the Odometer vehicle could be damaged, and the damage would not be covered...

  • Page 96: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

    Instruments and Controls gauge may have indicated the Safety Belt Reminders tank was half full, but it actually Driver Safety Belt Reminder took a little more or less than Light half the fuel tank's capacity to fill the tank. There is a driver safety belt The gauge moves a little when reminder light on the instrument while turning a corner or...

  • Page 97: Airbag Readiness Light

    Instruments and Controls Passenger Safety Belt grocery bag, laptop, or other Warning electronic device. To turn off the Reminder Light reminder light and/or chime, remove If the airbag readiness light stays There is a passenger safety belt the object from the seat or buckle reminder light near the passenger on after the vehicle is started or the safety belt.

  • Page 98: Charging System Light

    Instruments and Controls If the word ON or the on symbol is Charging System Light lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag is allowed to inflate. If the word OFF or the off symbol is United States lit on the airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing...

  • Page 99: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)

    Instruments and Controls the light on, turn off accessories, Malfunctions are often indicated by Caution (Continued) such as the radio and air the system before any problem is conditioner. noticeable. Being aware of the light vehicle warranty. This could also and seeking service promptly when affect the vehicle s ability to pass Malfunction Indicator...

  • Page 100: Brake System Warning Light

    Instruments and Controls previous guidelines and see your Emissions Inspection and The light does not come on dealer for service as soon as when the ignition is in ON/RUN Maintenance Programs possible. while the engine is off. If the vehicle requires an Emissions If the light is on steady : A Critical emission control systems Inspection/Maintenance test, the...

  • Page 101: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    Instruments and Controls If the warning light comes on, there If the light is still on, have the If the light does not come on, have it is a brake problem. Have the brake vehicle towed for service. See fixed so it will be ready to warn if system inspected right away.

  • Page 102: Electronic Stability Control

    Instruments and Controls Electronic Stability Electronic Stability See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 184 Control (ESC) Off Light Control (ESC)/Traction Control System (TCS) Engine Coolant Indicator/Warning Light Temperature Warning Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your This light comes on briefly when the dealer.

  • Page 103: Tire Pressure Light

    Instruments and Controls When the Light Is On Steady Engine Oil Pressure Light Caution (Continued) This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly Caution engine and it may not be covered underinflated. by the vehicle warranty. See Lack of proper engine oil Engine Overheating 0 212 A Driver Information Center (DIC)

  • Page 104: Security Light

    Instruments and Controls If the light comes on and stays on, it Front Fog Lamp Light system is arming and one or more means that oil is not flowing through of the monitored entry points is not the engine properly. The vehicle closed.

  • Page 105: Information Displays

    Instruments and Controls Information Displays The compass direction appears on DIC Buttons the top right corner of the DIC display. The outside air temperature Driver Information automatically appears in the bottom Center (DIC) right corner of the DIC display. If there is a problem with the system Your vehicle has a Driver that controls the temperature Information Center (DIC).
  • Page 106 Instruments and Controls compass zone and compass for each trip odometer. Both trip (5 miles). As the vehicle begins calibration on vehicles with this odometers can be used at the moving, the display will then feature. same time. increase to 8.2 km (5.1 miles), 8.4 km (5.2 miles), etc.
  • Page 107 Instruments and Controls driven at a constant highway speed change. This display shows the Vehicle Information Menu the range can increase due to a instantaneous fuel economy in miles Items more efficient driving pattern. per gallon (mpg) or liters per (Vehicle Information) : Press Generally, freeway driving produces 100 kilometers (L/100 km).

  • Page 108: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls Remember, you must reset the OIL the vehicle information button again Vehicle Messages LIFE yourself after each oil change. until the DIC displays REAR TIRES Messages are displayed on the DIC It will not reset itself. Also, be PSI (kPa) LEFT ## RIGHT ##.

  • Page 109: Battery Voltage And Charging

    Instruments and Controls Battery Voltage and vehicle as soon as it is safe to do HOOD OPEN so. Have the electrical system Charging Messages If your vehicle has the remote start checked by your dealer immediately. feature, this message displays when BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE the hood is not closed properly.

  • Page 110: Engine Cooling System

    Instruments and Controls Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP Acknowledging the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will ENGINE Messages not reset the OIL LIFE REMAINING. This message displays along with a See Oil Life under Driver ENGINE HOT A/C (Air continuous chime when the engine Information Center (DIC) 0 104 Conditioning) OFF...

  • Page 111: Engine Power Messages

    Instruments and Controls Engine Power Messages TIGHTEN GAS CAP AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON This message may be displayed if ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED the gas cap is not on, or is not fully This message displays when the This message displays when the tightened.

  • Page 112: Ride Control System

    Instruments and Controls Ride Control System SERVICE TRACTION STABILITRAK OFF CONTROL Messages If your vehicle has Electronic Stability Control (ESC), this If your vehicle has the Traction SERVICE STABILITRAK message displays when the ESC is Control System (TCS), this message turned off manually.

  • Page 113: Airbag System Messages

    Instruments and Controls TRACTION CONTROL ON dealer before turning off the engine. SERVICE VEHICLE SOON See Immobilizer Operation 0 34 If your vehicle has the Traction This message displays when a more information. Control System (TCS), this message non-emissions related malfunction displays when the TCS is turned on.

  • Page 114: Transmission Messages

    Instruments and Controls then remains on during the same also displays LEFT FRT (left front), TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure RIGHT FRT (right front), LEFT RR ENGINE Light 0 102 . Several conditions may (left rear), or RIGHT RR (right rear) This message displays when the cause this message to appear.

  • Page 115: Washer Fluid Messages

    Instruments and Controls Washer Fluid Messages Vehicle Entering the Feature Settings Menu Personalization WASHER FLUID LOW ADD 1. Turn the ignition on and place FLUID Your vehicle has customization the vehicle in P (Park). capabilities that allow you to This message displays when the To avoid excessive drain on program certain features to one windshield washer fluid is low.
  • Page 116 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the set/ ALL AT KEY OUT : All of the doors reset button while the desired will unlock when the key is taken the PRESS TO DISPLAY IN setting is displayed on the DIC.
  • Page 117 Instruments and Controls for this feature. Then press the REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK NO CHANGE : No change will be customization button to scroll made to this feature. The current This feature allows you to select the through the following settings: setting will remain.
  • Page 118 Instruments and Controls for this feature. Then press the feature. Then press the Press the customization button until customization button to scroll customization button to scroll APPROACH LIGHTING appears on through the following settings: through the following settings: the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings OFF : There will be no delayed OFF : The exterior lamps will not...
  • Page 119 Instruments and Controls CHIME VOLUME allows you to start the engine from Press the customization button until outside of the vehicle using the FACTORY SETTINGS appears on This feature allows you to select the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the DIC display. Press the set/reset volume level of the chime.

  • Page 120: Universal Remote System

    Instruments and Controls If you do not exit, pressing the Universal Remote Do not use this system with any customization button again will garage door opener that does not System return you to the beginning of the have the stop and reverse feature. FEATURE SETTINGS menu.
  • Page 121 Instruments and Controls Programming Universal Home 1. From inside the vehicle, press that will be used to control the the two outside buttons at the garage door until the garage Remote Rolling Code door moves. The indicator light, same time for one to For questions or help programming two seconds, and immediately above the selected button,...
  • Page 122 Instruments and Controls Programming instructions that follow Your hand-held transmitter can for a Fixed Code garage door have from eight to 12 dip opener. switches depending on the brand of transmitter. Programming Universal Home The garage door opener Remote Fixed Code receiver (motor head unit) For questions or help programming could also have a row of dip...
  • Page 123 Instruments and Controls A switch in the down position could be labeled as Down, , or Off. A switch in the middle position could be labeled as Middle, 0, or Neutral. Example of Eight Dip Switches 2. Write down the eight to 12 with Two Positions switch settings from left to right as follows:...

  • Page 124: Operation

    Instruments and Controls Remote. You will have two and 5. Immediately release the button Reprogramming Universal one-half minutes to complete when the garage door moves. Home Remote Buttons Step 4. Now press one button The indicator light will blink Any of the three buttons can be on the Universal Home Remote rapidly until programming is reprogrammed by repeating the...
  • Page 125 Instruments and Controls For help or information on the Universal Home Remote System, call the customer assistance phone number under Customer Assistance Offices 0 287...

  • Page 126: Lighting

    Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting AUTO (Automatic) : Automatically operates the headlamps and other exterior lamps at normal brightness. Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting (Parking Lamps) : Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, Exterior Lamp Controls ..125 except the headlamps.

  • Page 127: Headlamp High/Low-Beam

    Lighting Headlamp High/ Daytime Running Lamps darkness of the surroundings. The other lamps that come on with the Low-Beam Changer (DRL)/Automatic headlamps will also come on. Headlamp System To change the headlamps from low When it is bright enough outside, beam to high beam, push the turn Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can the headlamps go off and the DRL...

  • Page 128: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting lamps coming on varies based on change is completed. If the lever is (Hazard Warning Flashers) : wiper speed. When the wipers are briefly pressed and released, the Press to make the front and rear not operating, these lamps turn off. turn signal flashes three times.

  • Page 129: Fog Lamps

    Lighting Fog Lamps Interior Lighting Press to turn the fog lamps on or off. A light will come on in the instrument cluster. Instrument Panel When the headlamps are changed Illumination Control to high beam, the fog lamps also go off. Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps.

  • Page 130: Dome Lamps

    Lighting enter and leave your vehicle. You Reading Lamps Lighting Features can also manually turn these lamps on by fully turning the instrument Entry Lighting panel brightness control clockwise. If equipped with courtesy lamps, The reading lamps, located on the they come on and stay on for a set rearview mirror, can be turned on or time whenever the unlock symbol is...

  • Page 131: Delayed Entry Lighting

    Lighting When the ignition is on, illuminated Delayed Exit Lighting Battery Load entry is inactive, which means the Management This feature illuminates the interior courtesy lamps will not come on for a period of time after the key is unless a door is opened. The vehicle has Electric Power removed from the ignition.

  • Page 132: Battery Power Protection

    Lighting A high electrical load occurs when Battery Power Protection several of the following are on, such This feature helps prevent the as: headlamps, high beams, fog battery from being drained, if the lamps, rear window defogger, interior courtesy lamps, reading/map climate control fan at high speed, lamps, visor vanity lamps, or trunk heated seats, engine cooling fans,...

  • Page 133: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction For more information, see Defensive Driving 0 162 System Infotainment Caution Determine which radio the vehicle Contact your dealer before adding has and read the following pages to Introduction become familiar with its features. any equipment. Infotainment .

  • Page 134: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Infotainment System Theft-Deterrent Feature Operation ® TheftLock is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle's radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The radio does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle.
  • Page 135 Infotainment System Speed Compensated Volume (SCV) : Radios with the SCV feature automatically adjust the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise as the vehicle speeds up or slows down, so that the volume level is consistent. To activate SCV: 1.
  • Page 136 Infotainment System Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Setting the Tone (Bass/ To quickly adjust bass, midrange, or treble to the middle position, Radio with CD Midrange/Treble) Radio with press the softkey positioned under CD (MP3) To adjust the bass or treble: the BASS, MID, or TREB tab for BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, more than two seconds.
  • Page 137 Infotainment System Adjusting the Speakers Press the softkey under the If any error occurs repeatedly or if desired tab. an error cannot be corrected, (Balance/Fade) Radio with CD contact your dealer. 3. Adjust the setting by doing one To adjust the balance or fade: of the following: 1.

  • Page 138: Am-Fm Radio

    Infotainment System Radio displays on the bottom line. When Finding a Station information is not available, NO BAND : Press to choose between INFO displays. AM-FM Radio FM1, FM2, AM, or SiriusXM (if Auto Text (RDS Features) : If equipped) on the Radio with CD Radio Data System (RDS) additional information is available (Base).
  • Page 139 Infotainment System a few seconds, then goes to the Storing Radio Stations Storing a Radio Station as a Preset, Radio with CD (Base) next stored preset. Press Drivers are encouraged to store SEEK again to stop scanning Radios that have numbered radio station while the vehicle is preset stations.

  • Page 140: Satellite Radio

    Infotainment System 3. Press and hold one of the Satellite Radio information displays on the bottom six softkeys until a beep line. When information is not ® SiriusXM Satellite Radio sounds. available, NO INFO displays. Service 4. Repeat Steps 1 3 to store Auto Text (Satellite Radio additional radio stations.
  • Page 141 Infotainment System Finding a SiriusXM Channel Press the softkey below the FWD : Press to go to the next right or left arrows in the SiriusXM category. BAND : Press to switch between category tab. AM, FM, or SiriusXM, if equipped. Finding a Category (CAT) Press SEEK or...

  • Page 142: Radio Reception

    Infotainment System 5. Repeat the steps to remove 2. Press the FAV button to display Radio Reception more categories. the page where the channel Frequency interference and static will be stored. Storing SiriusXM Channels can occur during normal radio 3. Press and hold one of the reception if items such as cell phone Drivers are encouraged to store six softkeys until a beep...

  • Page 143: Backglass Antenna

    Infotainment System FM Stereo charging the phone's battery, Caution or simply having the phone on. This FM signals only reach about interference causes an increased 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although Using a razor blade or sharp level of static while listening to the the radio has a built-in electronic object to clear the inside rear...

  • Page 144: Multi-Band Antenna

    Infotainment System Multi-Band Antenna Audio Players Caution (Continued) ® The roof antenna is for OnStar CD Player ® could be damaged. While using equipped), SiriusXM Satellite the CD player, use only CDs in Radio (if equipped), and GPS Some CD players can play MP3 good condition without any label, (Global Positioning System).
  • Page 145 Infotainment System and clean it. Make sure the wiping the player, the CD starts to play FWD (Fast Forward) : Press process starts from the center to where it stopped, if it was the last and hold to advance playback the edge.
  • Page 146 Infotainment System The softkeys below the radio display Up to 8 folders in depth. Track names longer than 32 control the following features. characters or four pages are Up to 50 playlists. shortened. The display does not RDM (Random) : Tracks can be Up to 255 files.
  • Page 147 Infotainment System Play begins from the first track in audio player is not connected, No REV (Reverse) : Press and hold the first folder and continues Aux Input Device Found may to reverse playback quickly. Sound sequentially through all tracks in display.
  • Page 148 Infotainment System 1. Press the softkey located CD Player Messages (Music Navigator) : Press the below the Sort By tab. softkey below to have the files CHECK DISC : If an error message 2. Press one of the softkeys played in order by artist or album. displays and/or the disc comes out, below the Album tab from the The player scans the disc to sort the...

  • Page 149: Auxiliary Devices

    Infotainment System displays an error message, write it the radio CD/AUX button to begin Phone down and provide it to your dealer playing audio from the device over when reporting the problem. the vehicle speakers. Bluetooth (Power/Volume) : Turn to Auxiliary Devices For vehicles equipped with increase or decrease the volume of...
  • Page 150 Infotainment System Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. can be used while the key is in the Audio System The system may not work with ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY When using the in-vehicle Bluetooth all cell phones. See Pairing in position. The range of the Bluetooth system, sound comes through the this section for more information.
  • Page 151 Infotainment System Pairing Only one paired cell phone can 5. Locate the device named Your be connected to the Bluetooth Vehicle in the list on the cell A Bluetooth enabled cell phone system at a time. phone. Follow the instructions must be paired to the Bluetooth on the cell phone to enter the If multiple paired cell phones are...
  • Page 152 Infotainment System 3. Say List. 3. Say Change phone. Delete All Name Tags : This command deletes all stored name If another cell phone is Deleting a Paired Phone tags in the Hands-Free Calling found, the response will be If the phone name you want to Directory and the OnStar <Phone name>...
  • Page 153 Infotainment System To delete all name tags: Re-dial : This command is used to 1. Press and hold dial the last number used on the cell two seconds. 1. Press and hold phone. 2. Say Digit Store. two seconds. Using the Dial or Call 3.
  • Page 154 Infotainment System After each digit is entered, the 2. After the tone, say Re-dial. Press to disconnect the system repeats back the digit it current call and switch to the call Once connected, the person called heard followed by a tone. on hold.
  • Page 155 Infotainment System Transferring Audio to the The cell phone's normal prompt To mute a call, press , and Bluetooth System from a Cell messages will go through their cycle then say Mute call. Phone according to the phone's operating To cancel mute, press instructions.
  • Page 156 Infotainment System phone book and phone pairing information. For information on how to delete this information, see the previous section Deleting a Paired Phone and the previous sections on deleting name tags. Other Information ® The Bluetooth word mark and ®...

  • Page 157: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems This vehicle may have a dual or single climate control system. The heating, cooling, defrost, defog and ventilation can be controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems If equipped with heated seats, see Heated Front Seats 0 44 Climate Control Systems .
  • Page 158 Climate Controls with the fan in the off position. For more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter 0 160 Maintenance Schedule 0 270 Air Delivery Mode Control : Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to change the direction of the airflow inside the vehicle. To change the current mode, select one of the following: (Vent) : Air is directed to the...
  • Page 159 Climate Controls conditioning compressor unless the it takes for the vehicle to cool down. under the vehicle while idling or outside temperature is below 4 °C It also helps the system to operate after turning off the engine. This is (40 °F).

  • Page 160: Air Vents

    Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger Air Vents Caution The rear window defogger uses a Use the thumbwheel located below warming grid to remove fog from the Using a razor blade or sharp or to the side of the outlet, to rear window.

  • Page 161: Passenger Compartment Air Filter

    Climate Controls If fogging reoccurs while in vent Maintenance or bi-level modes with mild temperature throughout the Passenger Compartment vehicle, turn on the air Air Filter conditioner to reduce windshield fogging. The filter reduces dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle.

  • Page 162: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Driving and Engine Exhaust Towing Engine Exhaust ....178 General Towing Operating Running the Vehicle While Information ....193 Parked .

  • Page 163: Driving Information

    Driving and Operating Driving Information Become familiar with vehicle Refer to the infotainment section for features before driving, such as more information on using that programming favorite radio system and the navigation system, Distracted Driving stations and adjusting climate if equipped, including pairing and control and seat settings.

  • Page 164: Control Of A Vehicle

    Driving and Operating Average driver reaction time is Steering Warning about three-quarters of a second. In Hydraulic Power Steering that time, a vehicle moving at Drinking and then driving is very 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m This vehicle has hydraulic power dangerous.

  • Page 165: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating Reduce speed before entering a Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go curve. straight down the roadway. Maintain a reasonable steady Loss of Control speed through the curve. Skidding Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve before accelerating There are three types of skids that gently into the straightaway.

  • Page 166: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating The vehicle may straighten out. Always drive slower in these types Hydroplaning Be ready for a second skid if it of driving conditions and avoid Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water occurs. driving through large puddles and can build up under the vehicle's deep-standing or flowing water.

  • Page 167: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Driving and Operating Hill and Mountain Roads Winter Driving Warning Driving on steep hills or through Driving on Snow or Ice Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) mountains is different than driving Snow or ice between the tires and or with the ignition off is on flat or rolling terrain.
  • Page 168 Driving and Operating clear roads in shaded areas. Warning Warning (Continued) The surface of a curve or an overpass can remain icy when Snow can trap engine exhaust the fan speed to the highest the surrounding roads are clear. setting. See Climate under the vehicle.

  • Page 169: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck between R (Reverse) and a low properly carry: the Tire and forward gear, spinning the wheels Loading Information label and Slowly and cautiously spin the as little as possible. To prevent the Certification label. wheels to free the vehicle when transmission wear, wait until the stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
  • Page 170 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information equipment tires (3) and the Subtract the combined Label recommended cold tire inflation weight of the driver and pressures (4). For more passengers from XXX kg or information on tires and inflation XXX lbs. see Tires 0 228 and Tire The resulting figure equals...
  • Page 171 Driving and Operating your vehicle. Consult this Subtract Occupant manual to determine how Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) this reduces the available × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). cargo and luggage load Available Occupant and capacity of your vehicle. Cargo Weight = 317 kg (700 lbs).

  • Page 172: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating weight of the driver, passengers, Starting and Warning and cargo should never exceed Operating the vehicle's capacity weight. Things inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a Certification Label New Vehicle Break-In sudden stop or turn, or in a crash.

  • Page 173: Ignition Positions

    Driving and Operating The ignition switch has four different The steering can bind with the Caution (Continued) positions. wheels turned off center. If this happens, move the steering wheel To shift out of P (Park), the ignition breaking-in guideline every from left to right while turning the must be in ON/RUN and the brake time you get new brake...

  • Page 174: Starting The Engine

    Driving and Operating vehicles with an automatic 2 (ON/RUN) : This position can be LOCK/OFF, and the key is in the transmission, the shift lever used to operate the electrical ignition. See Door Ajar Messages must be in P (Park) to turn the accessories and to display some 0 108 ignition switch to the LOCK/...

  • Page 175: Engine Heater

    Driving and Operating System is disabled to prevent 15 seconds between each try, Caution possible vehicle component to allow the cranking motor to damage. When this happens, cool down. When the engine If the steering wheel is turned hold the ignition switch in the starts, let go of the key and until it reaches the end of its START position to continue...
  • Page 176 Driving and Operating 2. Open the hood and unwrap the Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) electrical cord. The cord is attached to the diagonal brace function. An ungrounded vehicle. Possible heater on the driver side of the engine outlet could cause an cord and thermostat compartment.

  • Page 177: Retained Accessory

    Driving and Operating Retained Accessory 2. Move the shift lever into 3. While keeping the brake pedal P (Park) by pulling the shift applied, set the parking brake. Power (RAP) lever toward you and moving it See Parking Brake 0 183 These vehicle accessories can be up as far as it will go.

  • Page 178: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating torque lock, set the parking brake If the vehicle has an uncharged Warning (Continued) and then shift into P (Park). To find battery or a battery with low voltage, out how, see Shifting Into Park in try charging or jump starting the can move suddenly.

  • Page 179: Parking Over Things

    Driving and Operating Column Shift Parking over Things Engine Exhaust That Burn If the column shift lever cannot be moved out of P (Park): Warning Warning 1. Apply and maintain the regular Engine exhaust contains carbon brakes. monoxide (CO), which cannot be Things that can burn could touch 2.

  • Page 180: Parked

    Driving and Operating If the vehicle is left with the engine Automatic Warning (Continued) running, follow the proper steps to Transmission be sure the vehicle will not move. There are holes or openings See Shifting Into Park 0 176 The automatic transmission has a in the vehicle body from Engine Exhaust 0 178 shift lever on the console between...
  • Page 181 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) Caution could be injured. To be sure the Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle will not move, even when vehicle is moving forward could you are on fairly level ground, damage the transmission. The always set the parking brake and repairs would not be covered by move the shift lever to P (Park).

  • Page 182: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating Going about 56 km/h (35 mph) or Manual Mode Warning (Continued) more, push the accelerator all Electronic Range Select the way down. vehicle could move very rapidly. (ERS) Mode You could lose control and hit Caution people or objects. Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine If the vehicle accelerates slowly, is running at high speed.

  • Page 183: Antilock Brake

    Driving and Operating To use this feature: Brakes avoid a sudden obstacle, a computer senses the wheels are 1. Move the shift lever to L (Low). slowing down. If one of the wheels Antilock Brake 2. Press the + (Plus) or (Minus) is about to stop rolling, the computer System (ABS)

  • Page 184: Parking Brake

    Driving and Operating Using ABS The parking brake is located to the If you are towing a trailer and left of the brake pedal, near the parking on any hill, see Driving Do not pump the brakes. Just hold driver door. Characteristics and Towing Tips the brake pedal down firmly and let 0 193...

  • Page 185: Ride Control Systems

    Driving and Operating Ride Control Systems brakes to assist the driver in keeping the vehicle on the intended path. Traction Control/ If cruise control is being used and Electronic Stability TCS or ESC begins to limit wheel Control spin, cruise control will disengage. The indicator light for both systems Cruise control may be turned back System Operation...
  • Page 186 Driving and Operating 3. Start the engine. To turn off only TCS, press and appropriate DIC message displays. See Ride Control System Messages release the button. The Drive the vehicle. If comes on 0 111 appropriate DIC message displays. and stays on, the vehicle may need See Ride Control System Messages Adding accessories can affect the more time to diagnose the problem.

  • Page 187: Cruise Control

    Driving and Operating Cruise Control conditions allow the cruise control to accelerate. If cruise control is be safely used again, it can be already active, use to increase With cruise control, you can turned back on. vehicle speed. maintain a speed of about 40 km/h If the brakes are applied, the cruise SET : Press briefly to set the (25 mph) or more without keeping...
  • Page 188 Driving and Operating The cruise control indicator on the The speedometer reading can be vehicle will slow down to the instrument cluster turns green after displayed in either English or metric previously set cruise speed. While the cruise control has been set to units.

  • Page 189: Fuel

    Driving and Operating Shift the transmission to Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline N (Neutral). meeting ASTM specification D4814 Use of the recommended fuel is an with a posted octane rating of 87 or To turn off the cruise control, important part of the proper higher.

  • Page 190: California Fuel

    Driving and Operating other fuels containing more than California Fuel Fuels in Foreign 15% ethanol must be used only in Requirements Countries FlexFuel vehicles. If the vehicle is certified to meet If planning to drive in countries California Emissions Standards, it is outside the U.S.

  • Page 191: E85 Or Flexfuel

    Driving and Operating Do not use additives with E85 or The starting characteristics of E85 Caution (Continued) FlexFuel. or FlexFuel make it unsuitable for use when temperatures fall below That damage would not be E85 or FlexFuel 18 °C (0 °F). Use gasoline or add covered under the vehicle gasoline to the E85 or FlexFuel.
  • Page 192 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) Warning Do not use a cell phone Overfilling the fuel tank by more while refueling. than three clicks of a standard fill nozzle may cause: Do not reenter the vehicle while pumping fuel. Vehicle performance issues, including engine stalling and Keep children away from damage to the fuel system.

  • Page 193: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Driving and Operating The TIGHTEN GAS CAP message Filling a Portable Fuel Warning (Continued) displays on the Driver Information Container Center (DIC) if the fuel cap is not Fill the container no more properly installed. See Fuel System than 95% full to allow for Warning Messages 0 110 expansion.

  • Page 194: General Towing

    Driving and Operating Towing vehicle behind another vehicle such Warning as a motor home, see Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 258 General Towing When towing a trailer, exhaust gases may collect at the rear of Information Driving Characteristics the vehicle and enter if the and Towing Tips If this is a police vehicle, see liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most...
  • Page 195 Driving and Operating vehicle itself. Get acquainted with Following Distance Making Turns the handling and braking of the rig Stay at least twice as far behind the before setting out for the open road. Caution vehicle ahead as you would when Before starting, check all trailer hitch driving the vehicle without a trailer.
  • Page 196 Driving and Operating When towing a trailer, the arrows on turning the engine off. If the 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then the instrument cluster flash for turns overheat warning comes on, see apply the parking brake and even if the bulbs on the trailer are shift into P (Park).

  • Page 197: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating lubricant, belts, cooling system, and It depends on how the rig is used. weight of the vehicle. The Gross brake system. Inspect these before For example, speed, altitude, road Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the and during the trip. grades, outside temperature, and curb weight of the vehicle, any how much the vehicle is used to pull...

  • Page 198: Towing Equipment

    Driving and Operating The trailer tongue (1) should weigh The rear bumper on the vehicle Trailer Brakes 10 % of the total loaded trailer is not intended for hitches. Do Does the trailer have its own weight (2). not attach rental hitches or other brakes? Be sure to read and follow bumper-type hitches to it.

  • Page 199: Conversions And Add-Ons

    Driving and Operating Conversions and Caution Add-Ons Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause Add-On Electrical components to not work and Equipment would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always check Warning with your dealer before adding electrical equipment.

  • Page 200: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Brake Fluid ....215 Instrument Panel Fuse Battery - North America ..216 Block .

  • Page 201: General Information

    Vehicle Care Tire Changing ....248 General Information harm. Engine exhaust, many parts Compact Spare Tire ..255 and systems, many fluids, and For service and parts needs, visit some component wear by-products...

  • Page 202: Vehicle Checks

    Vehicle Care airbags, braking, stability, ride and Damage to vehicle components Vehicle Checks handling, emissions systems, resulting from modifications or the aerodynamics, durability, and installation or use of non-GM Doing Your Own electronic systems like antilock certified parts, including control Service Work brakes, traction control, and stability module or software modifications, is...

  • Page 203: Hood

    Vehicle Care Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Records 0 281 Caution Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems. Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids, reservoir caps, or dipsticks.

  • Page 204: Overview

    Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview...

  • Page 205: Engine Oil

    Vehicle Care 1. Windshield Washer Fluid Engine Oil must be on level ground. The Reservoir. See Washer Fluid engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. To ensure proper engine 0 214 See Engine Compartment Overview performance and long life, careful 0 203 for the location of the engine 2.
  • Page 206 Vehicle Care When to Add Engine Oil Specification Caution (Continued) Ask for and use engine oils that meet the dexos1 specification. has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that Engine oils that have been shows the proper operating approved by GM as meeting the range, the engine could be...

  • Page 207: Engine Oil Life System

    Vehicle Care Cold Temperature Operation: In an your skin for very long. Clean your the oil life system to work properly, area of extreme cold, where the skin and nails with soap and water, the system must be reset every time temperature falls below 29 °C or a good hand cleaner.

  • Page 208: Automatic Transmission

    Vehicle Care since the last oil change. Automatic Transmission Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Remember to reset the oil life Fluid The engine air cleaner/filter is system whenever the oil is changed. located in the engine compartment How to Check Automatic How to Reset the Engine Oil on the driver side of the vehicle.

  • Page 209: Cooling System

    Vehicle Care cleaner/filter for damage, and 5. Lower the filter cover housing Cooling System replace if damaged. Do not clean toward the engine. The cooling system allows the the engine air cleaner/filter or 6. Fasten the clips on the top of engine to maintain the correct components with water or the housing to lock the cover in...

  • Page 210: Engine Coolant

    Vehicle Care What to Use Warning Caution Warning An electric engine cooling fan Using coolant other than ® under the hood can start up even DEX-COOL can cause Adding only plain water or some when the engine is not running premature engine, heater core, other liquid to the cooling system and can cause injury.
  • Page 211 Vehicle Care This mixture: If coolant is visible but the coolant Caution (Continued) level is not at or above the mark Gives freezing protection down pointed to, add a 50/50 mixture of to 37 °C ( 34 °F), outside for the cooling system. See clean drinkable water and temperature.
  • Page 212 Vehicle Care 2. Keep turning the cap and Caution Warning (Continued) remove it. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with This vehicle has a specific come out at high speed. Never the proper mixture to the mark coolant fill procedure. Failure to turn the cap when the cooling pointed to on the front of the follow this procedure could cause...

  • Page 213: Engine Overheating

    Vehicle Care Engine Overheating If the overheat warning displays with Caution no sign of steam: The coolant temperature gauge and 1. Turn the air conditioning off. Running the engine without the engine coolant temperature coolant may cause damage or a warning light on the instrument 2.

  • Page 214: Overheated Engine Protection

    Vehicle Care If there is no sign of steam, idle the and/or towing a trailer in the How to Check Power Steering engine for three minutes while overheat protection mode should be Fluid parked. If the warning is still avoided. Check the level after the vehicle has displayed, turn off the engine until it been driven for at least 20 minutes...

  • Page 215: Washer Fluid

    Vehicle Care use. If operating the vehicle in an Caution (Continued) area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has Do not use engine coolant sufficient protection against (antifreeze) in the freezing. windshield washer. It can Adding Washer Fluid damage the windshield washer system and paint.

  • Page 216: Brakes

    Vehicle Care Brakes Some driving conditions or climates replacement brake parts are can cause a brake squeal when the installed or if parts are improperly Disc brake pads have built-in wear brakes are first applied or lightly installed. indicators that make a high-pitched applied.

  • Page 217: Battery - North America

    Vehicle Care There are only two reasons why the Warning Warning brake fluid level in the reservoir may go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it The wrong or contaminated brake Normal brake lining wear. When can spill on the engine and burn, fluid could result in damage to the new linings are installed, the if the engine is hot enough.

  • Page 218: Starter Switch Check

    Vehicle Care Infrequent Usage: Remove the 3. Try to start the engine in each Warning black, negative ( ) cable from the gear. The vehicle should start battery to keep the battery from only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). WARNING: Battery posts, running down.

  • Page 219: Ignition Transmission Lock

    Vehicle Care 3. With the engine off, turn the Park Brake and P (Park) To check the P (Park) ignition on, but do not start the mechanism's holding ability: Mechanism Check engine. Without applying the With the engine running, shift to regular brake, try to move the P (Park).

  • Page 220: Headlamp Aiming

    Vehicle Care 3. With the latch open, pull the Headlamp Aiming Caution (Continued) wiper blade down toward the Headlamp aim has been preset and windshield far enough to the vehicle warranty. Do not allow should need no further adjustment. release it from the J-hooked the wiper arm to touch the end of the wiper arm.

  • Page 221: Bulb Replacement

    Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and For the proper type of replacement Parking Lamps bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs 0 223 For any bulb-changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs Warning 2. Remove the screw from the headlamp assembly.
  • Page 222 Vehicle Care 4. Pull the headlamp assembly away from the vehicle and remove the electrical connector. 5. Remove the round dust caps to gain access to the bulbs. 6. Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the retaining ring by pulling it away from the headlamp.

  • Page 223: Taillamps, Turn Signal

    Vehicle Care Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps 3. Turn the upper wing nut 5. Turn the two hex nuts counterclockwise and counterclockwise to remove it. remove them. 4. Pull the carpet away from the 6. Pull out the taillamp assembly rear of the vehicle.

  • Page 224: License Plate Lamp

    Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp Replacement Bulbs Electrical System Exterior Lamp Bulb To replace one of these bulbs: Electrical System Number Overload Back-Up 921LL The vehicle has fuses and circuit Front Parking/Turn 3157NAK breakers to protect against an Signal electrical system overload. License 194LL When the current electrical load is...

  • Page 225: Fuses And Circuit Breakers

    Vehicle Care Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Caution Breakers An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in Spilling liquid on any electrical The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the component on the vehicle may protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away...
  • Page 226 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage ABS MTR 1 Antilock brake system motor 1 ABS MTR 2 Antilock brake system motor 2 AIR PUMP Air pump AIR SOL Air injection reactor solenoid AIRBAG/ Airbag/Display DISPLAY AUX PWR Auxiliary power BATT 1 Battery 1 BATT 2 Battery 2 BATT 3...
  • Page 227 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage DRL 2 Daytime running INT LIGHTS Interior lamps RT LO BEAM Passenger side lamps 2 low-beam INT LTS/ Interior lamps/ headlamp ECM IGN Engine control PNL DIM Instrument panel module/Ignition dimmer RT PARK Passenger side parking lamp ECM/TCM...

  • Page 228: Block

    Vehicle Care The fuse block is on the passenger Relay Usage Fuses Usage side of the vehicle in the carpet FAN 3 Cooling fan 3 PWR/MIR Power mirrors molding. Remove the fuse block door to access the fuses. VACUUM/ Vacuum pump PWR/SEAT Power seats PUMP...

  • Page 229: Wheels And Tires

    Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Tires Underinflated tires pose Replace any tires that the same danger as have been damaged by Every new GM vehicle has overloaded tires. The impacts with potholes, high-quality tires made by a resulting crash could curbs, etc.

  • Page 230: Winter Tires

    Vehicle Care and weather conditions. Original for details regarding winter tire Summer Tires equipment tires designed to GM's availability and proper tire selection. This vehicle may come with high specific tire performance criteria Also, see Buying New Tires 0 242 performance summer tires.

  • Page 231: Tire Sidewall Labeling

    Vehicle Care GM's TPC specifications meet or Caution (Continued) exceed all federal safety guidelines. use. If the tires have been subjected to 7 °C (20 °F) or less, (3) DOT (Department of let them warm up in a heated Transportation) space to at least 5 °C (40 °F) for Department of Transportation 24 hours or more before being...
  • Page 232 Vehicle Care manufacturer and plant code, (3) Tire Identification Number tire size, and date the tire was (TIN) The letters and numbers manufactured. The TIN is following the DOT (Department molded onto both sides of the of Transportation) code are the tire, although only one side may Tire Identification Number (TIN).

  • Page 233: Tire Designations

    Vehicle Care construction type, and service (4) Construction Code A letter description. The letter T as the code is used to indicate the type first character in the tire size of ply construction in the tire. means the tire is for temporary The letter R means radial ply use only.
  • Page 234 Vehicle Care the tire. Air pressure is Cold Tire Pressure GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight expressed in kPa (kilopascal) amount of air pressure in a tire, Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits or psi (pounds per square inch). measured in kPa (kilopascal) 0 168 or psi (pounds per square inch) Accessory Weight...
  • Page 235 Vehicle Care Maximum Inflation Pressure contains a whitewall, bears Sidewall The portion of a tire The maximum air pressure to white lettering, or bears between the tread and the bead. which a cold tire can be inflated. manufacturer, brand, and/or Speed Rating The maximum air pressure is model name molding that is...

  • Page 236: Tire Pressure

    Vehicle Care determined by tire Tire Pressure Caution (Continued) manufacturers using Tires need the correct amount of government testing procedures. Poor handling. air pressure to operate The ratings are molded into the effectively. Rough ride. sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Tire Quality Grading 0 244 Needless damage from Caution...

  • Page 237: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care When to Check further adjustment is necessary. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked If the inflation pressure is low, Check the tires once a month or monthly when cold and inflated to add air until the recommended more.

  • Page 238: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care tread life, and may affect the of reasons, including the installation the tires and transmit the tire vehicle's handling and stopping of replacement or alternate tires or pressure readings to a receiver ability. wheels on the vehicle that prevent located in the vehicle.
  • Page 239 Vehicle Care about the DIC operation and cycle until the problem is corrected. Caution displays, see Driver Information Some of the conditions that can Center (DIC) 0 104 and Tire cause these to come on are: Tire sealant materials are not all Messages 0 112 One of the road tires has been the same.
  • Page 240 Vehicle Care the sensor matching process is more of the TPMS sensors. Also, 1. Set the parking brake. performed successfully. See the TPMS sensor matching process 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN your dealer for service. should be performed after replacing with the engine off.

  • Page 241: Tire Inspection

    Vehicle Care 7. Proceed to the passenger side The indicators at three or Tires are rotated to achieve a rear tire, and repeat the more uniform wear for all tires. more places around the tire procedure in Step 5. The first rotation is the most can be seen.

  • Page 242: When It Is Time For New

    Vehicle Care Use this rotation pattern when Warning (Continued) rotating the tires. off and cause an accident. When Do not include the compact changing a wheel, remove any spare tire in the tire rotation. rust or dirt from places where the Adjust the front and rear tires to wheel attaches to the vehicle.

  • Page 243: Buying New Tires

    Vehicle Care tire manufacture date is the last four Buying New Tires will be followed by MS for mud digits of the DOT Tire Identification and snow. See Tire Sidewall GM has developed and matched Number (TIN) which is molded into Labeling 0 230 specific tires for the vehicle.

  • Page 244: Different Size Tires And Wheels

    Vehicle Care tires maximum speed capability The Tire and Loading Warning when using winter tires with a Information label indicates the lower speed rating. original equipment tires on the Using bias-ply tires on the vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits vehicle may cause the wheel 0 168 Warning rim flanges to develop cracks...

  • Page 245: Uniform Tire Quality

    Vehicle Care most passenger car tires. The Treadwear 200 Traction AA Warning (Continued) Temperature A Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) system does not apply All Passenger Car Tires Must tires not recommended for those to deep tread, winter tires, Conform to Federal Safety wheels are selected.

  • Page 246: Wheel Alignment And Tire

    Vehicle Care Traction laboratory test wheel. Sustained Wheel Alignment and Tire high temperature can cause the Balance The traction grades, from material of the tire to degenerate highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, The tires and wheels were aligned and reduce tire life, and and C.

  • Page 247: Tire Chains

    Vehicle Care Some aluminum wheels can be Tire Chains Caution repaired. See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Warning The wrong wheel can also cause Your dealer will know the kind of problems with bearing life, brake wheel that is needed. Do not use tire chains.

  • Page 248: If A Tire Goes Flat

    Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat Warning Warning (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blow out Driving on a flat tire will cause be badly injured or killed if the while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. vehicle slips off the jack.

  • Page 249: Tire Changing

    Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) 2. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) 4.
  • Page 250 Vehicle Care 1. Jack 2. Extension and Protection Guide 3. Wheel Wrench The tools you will need to change a tire include the jack (1), extension and protection guide (2), and wheel wrench (3). Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire This vehicle may have aluminum 6.
  • Page 251 Vehicle Care Once you have removed the wheel Warning cover, use the following procedure to remove the flat tire and install the Getting under a vehicle when it is spare tire. jacked up is dangerous. If the 1. Do a safety check before vehicle slips off the jack you could proceeding.
  • Page 252 Vehicle Care 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the Warning (Continued) jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the appropriate safety equipment and ground to install the compact training. If a jack is provided with spare tire. the vehicle, it is designed only for 6.
  • Page 253 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) using accessory locking wheel nuts. See Capacities and Specifications 0 283 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications. Caution Improperly tightened wheel nuts 9. Reinstall the wheel nuts with 10. Lower the vehicle by turning can lead to brake pulsation and the rounded end of the nuts the jack handle rotor damage.
  • Page 254 Vehicle Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire 2. Place the tire valve stem facing down and the protector/guide and Tools placed through a wheel bolt hole and threaded onto the bolt Warning screw. Storing a jack, a tire, or other 3.
  • Page 255 Vehicle Care 3. Compact Spare Tire 4. Wing Nut 5. Jack 6. Wheel Wrench 7. Extension Protector 8. Foam Holder 9. Bolt Screw Compact Spare Tire Full-Size Flat Tire 1. Cover 1. Retainer 2. Retainer 2. Full-Size Flat Tire...

  • Page 256: Compact Spare Tire

    Vehicle Care 3. Protective Guide Check the inflation pressure Caution regularly. It should be 420 kPa 4. Extension Bolt Screw (60 psi). 5. Wing Nut When the compact spare is 6. Jack Stop as soon as possible and check installed, do not take the vehicle 7.

  • Page 257: Jump Starting

    Vehicle Care Jump Starting The jump start positive is located in Warning the engine compartment under the engine compartment fuse block Jump Starting - North Batteries can hurt you. They can cover on the passenger side of the be dangerous because: America vehicle.
  • Page 258 Vehicle Care 3. Set the parking brake firmly 6. Do not let the other end of the Warning and put the shift lever in red positive (+) cable touch P (Park). See Shifting Into Park metal. Connect it to the Using a match near a battery can 0 176 positive (+) terminal of the good...

  • Page 259: Towing The Vehicle

    Vehicle Care 9. Start the engine in the vehicle Jumper Cable Removal Towing with the good battery and run Reverse the sequence exactly when the engine at idle speed for at removing the jumper cables. Towing the Vehicle least four minutes. After starting the disabled vehicle 10.
  • Page 260 Vehicle Care two most common types of Is the vehicle ready to be Dinghy Towing recreational vehicle towing are towed? Just as preparing the known as dinghy towing and dolly vehicle for a long trip, make sure towing. Dinghy towing is towing the the vehicle is prepared to be vehicle with all four wheels on the towed.

  • Page 261: Appearance Care

    Vehicle Care The vehicle was not designed to be 4. Firmly set the parking brake. Appearance Care towed with all four wheels on the 5. Use an adequate clamping ground. If the vehicle must be device designed for towing to Exterior Care towed, a dolly should be used.
  • Page 262 Vehicle Care If using an automatic car wash, the vehicle as soon as possible. Caution (Continued) follow the car wash instructions. The If necessary, use non-abrasive windshield wiper and rear window cleaners that are marked safe for your dealer. Follow all wiper, if equipped, must be off.
  • Page 263 Vehicle Care Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Do not use cleaners that are not Solvents, alcohols, fuels, Moldings intended for automotive use. or other harsh cleaners. Use a nonabrasive wax on the Ice scrapers or other hard items. Caution vehicle after washing to protect Aftermarket appearance caps or and extend the molding finish.
  • Page 264 Vehicle Care Air Intakes may require more frequent Caution application. Black marks from Clear debris from the air intakes, rubber material on painted surfaces between the hood and windshield Chrome wheels and other chrome can be removed by rubbing with a when washing the vehicle.
  • Page 265 Vehicle Care Inspect power steering for proper fluid will decrease the life of the Caution (Continued) hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, transfer case and/or axles and chafing, etc. should be replaced. brushes. Damage could occur Visually check constant velocity joint Sheet Metal Damage and the repairs would not be boots and axle seals for leaks.

  • Page 266: Interior Care

    Vehicle Care dark spots etched into the paint Before using cleaners, read and Do not use solvents or cleaners surface. See Finish Care follow all safety instructions on the containing solvents. previously in this section. label. While cleaning the interior, Interior Glass open the doors and windows to get Interior Care...
  • Page 267 Vehicle Care Coated Moldings 2. Remove excess moisture by Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces gently wringing until water does and Vehicle Information and Coated moldings should be cleaned. not drip from the cleaning cloth. Radio Displays When lightly soiled, wipe with a 3.

  • Page 268: Floor Mats

    Vehicle Care Instrument Panel, Leather, Cargo Cover and Caution (Continued) Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Convenience Net Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and the appearance and feel of Wash with warm water and mild Natural Open Pore Wood leather or soft trim, and are not detergent.
  • Page 269 Vehicle Care Use the floor mat with the 1. Pull up on the rear of the mat Warning (Continued) correct side up. Do not turn to remove it from the hooks. it over. 2. Reinstall the floor mat by lining cause unintended acceleration Do not place anything on top of up the openings on the floor...

  • Page 270: Service And Maintenance

    Service and Maintenance Service and General Information changes and tire rotations and additional maintenance items like Maintenance Your vehicle is an important tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper investment. This section describes blades. the required maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this schedule to help General Information Caution protect against major repair...

  • Page 271: Service And Maintenance

    Service and Maintenance frequent checks and services. The Used for taxi, police, or delivery Maintenance Additional Required Services - service. Schedule Normal are for vehicles that: Refer to the information in the Carry passengers and cargo Maintenance Schedule Additional Owner Checks and Services within recommended limits on Required Services - Severe chart.
  • Page 272 Service and Maintenance Engine Oil Change Check engine oil level and oil Inspect engine air cleaner filter. life percentage. If needed, See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL change engine oil and filter, and 0 207 SOON message displays, have the reset oil life system.
  • Page 273 Service and Maintenance Check automatic transmission shift lock control function. See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 0 217 Check ignition transmission lock. See Ignition Transmission Lock Check 0 218 Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check 0 218 Check accelerator pedal for...
  • Page 274 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
  • Page 275 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services - Normal excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first. More frequent (6) Replace brake fluid every five passenger compartment air filter years.
  • Page 276 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.

  • Page 277: Maintenance And Care

    Service and Maintenance (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Special Application Additional comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services Maintenance and Care excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important (6) Replace brake fluid every five Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly years.
  • Page 278 Service and Maintenance To avoid break-down or failure to Trained dealer technicians have Lamps start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Properly working headlamps, battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and taillamps, and brake lamps are recommend quality parts Trained dealer technicians have important to see and be seen on...
  • Page 279 Service and Maintenance of leaking, blown seals, information on how to clean and Wiper Blades or damage, and can advise protect the vehicle s interior and Wiper blades need to be cleaned when service is needed. exterior, see Interior Care 0 265 and kept in good condition to Exterior Care 0 260 provide a clear view.

  • Page 280: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants

    Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.

  • Page 281: Maintenance Replacement Parts

    Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 20862288 A3146C Engine Oil Filter 89017525 PF63 Passenger Compartment Air Filter...

  • Page 282: Maintenance Records

    Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records 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. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...

  • Page 283: Technical Data

    Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification This label, in the trunk, has the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) following information: Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ....282 Number (VIN).

  • Page 284: Technical Data

    Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 279 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood.
  • Page 285 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...

  • Page 286: Customer Information

    Privacy Procedure ....285 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns Vehicle Data Recording and Customer Assistance with the sales transaction or the Privacy .

  • Page 287: Customer Information

    You may contact the BBB Auto Line further help, in the U.S., call the Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free Chevrolet Customer Assistance dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at Center at 1-800-222-1020. In...

  • Page 288: Customer Assistance

    1-800-496-9994 decision, should be completed in assistance. However, if a customer about 70 days. We believe our wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, Canada impartial program offers advantages the letter should be addressed to: General Motors of Canada Limited...

  • Page 289: Telephone (Tty) Users

    (Canada) chevroletowner.ca : Download owner manuals and Please contact the local General view vehicle-specific how-to videos. Motors Business Unit. Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre: : View maintenance schedules, Chat live with online help Customer Assistance for alerts, and OnStar Vehicle representatives.

  • Page 290: Program

    When calling Roadside Assistance, reimbursement of eligible General Motors North America and have the following information aftermarket adaptive equipment Chevrolet reserve the right to make ready: required for the vehicle, such as any changes or discontinue the Your name, home address, and...
  • Page 291 Customer Information warranty service, or if the vehicle Services Not Included in Trip Interruption Benefits and was in a crash and cannot be Assistance: Must be over Roadside Assistance driven. Assistance is not given 150 km from where your trip was Impound towing caused by when the vehicle is stuck in the started to qualify.

  • Page 292: Scheduling Service

    Customer Information Scheduling Service Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Appointments Program Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, When the vehicle requires warranty To enhance your ownership if you are unable to do so, your service, contact your dealer and experience, we and our participating dealer may offer the following request an appointment.

  • Page 293: Collision Damage Repair

    Customer Information Courtesy Rental Vehicle General Motors reserves the right to are preserved. The use of Genuine unilaterally modify, change, GM parts can help maintain the GM For an overnight warranty repair, the or discontinue Courtesy New Vehicle Limited Warranty. dealer may provide an available Transportation at any time and to courtesy rental vehicle or provide for...
  • Page 294 Customer Information Limited Warranty, and any vehicle specify aftermarket collision parts. Give only the necessary information failure related to such parts is not When purchasing insurance, we to police and other parties involved covered by that warranty. recommend that you ensure that the in the crash.

  • Page 295: Information

    Customer Information If the airbag has inflated, see What repaired with Genuine GM parts, Service Bulletins Will You See after an Airbag even if your insurance coverage Service Bulletins give additional Inflates? 0 58 does not pay the full cost. technical service information If another party's insurance needed to knowledgeably service...

  • Page 296: Reporting Safety Defects

    Customer Information Current and Past Models Radio Frequency Reporting Safety Statement Technical Service Bulletins and Defects Manuals are available for current This vehicle has systems that and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects operate on a radio frequency that ORDER TOLL FREE: complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the to the United States...

  • Page 297: Reporting Safety Defects

    Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. about the vehicle s performance and Chevrolet Motor Division Washington, D.C. 20590 how it is driven. For example, the Chevrolet Customer Assistance vehicle uses computer modules to...

  • Page 298: Event Data Recorders

    Customer Information Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or better understanding of the share it with others except: with the This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, event data recorder (EDR).
  • Page 299 Customer Information OnStar Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement on the OnStar website. See OnStar Additional Information 0 303...

  • Page 300: Onstar

    OnStar OnStar OnStar Overview Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details including system limitations at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar Overview The OnStar system status light is OnStar Overview ... . . 299 next to the OnStar buttons.
  • Page 301 OnStar ® Obtain the Wi-Fi hotspot name OnStar Services Security or SSID and password, If equipped, OnStar provides these if equipped. Emergency services: Press to connect to an Emergency Services require an With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Advisor to: active, OnStar subscription plan OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Verify account information or (excludes Basic Plan).
  • Page 302 OnStar 2. Request directions to be 2. Say Repeat. System Connections downloaded to the vehicle. responds with the last direction The following OnStar services help given, then responds with 3. Follow the voice-guided with staying connected. OnStar ready, then a tone. commands.
  • Page 303 OnStar (no Internet connection, 3G, Locate the vehicle on a map Make a Call 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality (U.S. market only). 1. Press . System responds: (poor, good, excellent). Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot OnStar ready. 3. To change the SSID or on/off, manage settings, and 2.
  • Page 304 OnStar 2. Say My number. System Diagnostics OnStar Additional responds: Your OnStar Information Advanced Diagnostics provides a Hands-Free Calling number is, status of the vehicle s key systems then says the number. In-Vehicle Audio Messages with a monthly e-mail, or by End a Call pressing .
  • Page 305 OnStar Reactivation for Subsequent See Radio Frequency Statement Press to speak with an 0 295 Owners Advisor. Services for People with OnStar services cannot work unless Press and follow the prompts to Disabilities the vehicle is in a place where speak to an Advisor as soon as OnStar has an agreement with a possible.
  • Page 306 OnStar OnStar Personal Identification vehicle has not been started for Cellular and GPS Antennas five days, OnStar can contact Number (PIN) Cellular reception is required for Roadside Assistance or a locksmith OnStar to send remote signals to A PIN is needed to access some to help gain access to the vehicle.
  • Page 307 OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment statement or separately disclosed at may unlawfully intercept or access the time of installation. These transmissions and private The OnStar system is integrated updates or changes may also cause communications without consent. into the electrical architecture of the a system to automatically vehicle.
  • Page 308 OnStar above copyright notice and this unzip: This software is provided as is, permission notice appear in all without warranty of any kind, This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the copies. express or implied. In no event shall Info-ZIP copyright and license. The Info-ZIP or its contributors be held THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED definitive version of this document...
  • Page 309 OnStar self-extracting archive; that is the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail permitted without inclusion of addresses or of the this license, as long as the Info-ZIP URL(s). normal SFX banner has not 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use been removed from the binary the names Info-ZIP, Zip, or disabled.

  • Page 310: Index

    Index Index Airbags Adding Equipment to the Accessories and Vehicle ......64 Modifications ....200 Passenger Status Indicator .
  • Page 311 Index Automatic Brakes (cont'd) Carbon Monoxide System Messages ... . 108 Door Locks ..... 30 Engine Exhaust .
  • Page 312 Index Climate Control Systems (cont'd) Customer Assistance ... 288 Door (cont'd) Heating ..... . . 156 Offices .
  • Page 313 Index Electrical System (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Fog Lamps Oil Pressure Light ... . 102 Instrument Panel Fuse Bulb Replacement ... . 128 Block .
  • Page 314 Index Headlamps (cont'd) Introduction ..... . . 2 Flash-to-Pass ....126 Garage Door Opener .
  • Page 315 Index Light Lights (cont'd) Messages Safety Belt Reminders ..95 Electronic Stability Control Airbag System ....112 (ESC), Off .
  • Page 316 Index ® Monitor System, Tire OnStar Security ....300 Perchlorate Materials Pressure ..... . 236 Operating Mode Requirements, California .
  • Page 317 Index Radios (cont'd) Reporting Safety Defects Safety Belts (cont'd) Satellite ..... . . 139 Canadian Government ..296 Reminders .
  • Page 318 Index Service Spare Tire Symbols ......3 Accessories and Compact ..... . 255 System Modifications .
  • Page 319 Index Tires (cont'd) Turn and Lane-Change Ventilation, Air ....159 Uniform Tire Quality Signals ......127 Visors .

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