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Buick Verano Owner's Manual

2013

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2013 Buick Verano Owner Manual M

In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4

Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15

Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Keys, Doors, and

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12

Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15

Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19

Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1

Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-21

Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24

Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-30

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7

Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15

Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20

Trademarks and License

Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-31

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1

Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1

Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-14

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-25

Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-28

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29

Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-33

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36

Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-38

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-45

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-51

Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-56

Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-25

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-25

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Page 1 2013 Buick Verano Owner Manual M In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2013 Buick Verano Owner Manual M Electrical System ... . 10-29 Technical Data ....12-1 Wheels and Tires ... 10-37 Vehicle Identification .
Page 3 à l'adresse Keep this manual in the vehicle for this manual including, but not limited savant: quick reference. to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the Helm, Incorporated BUICK Emblem, and VERANO are Attention: Customer Service trademarks and/or service marks of...
Page 4: Index
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and These mean there is something the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other back of the manual.
Page 5: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Cruise Control : Malfunction Indicator Lamp Here are some additional symbols : Engine Coolant Temperature : Oil Pressure that may be found on the vehicle : Exterior Lamps : Power and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to : Fog Lamps : Remote Vehicle Start...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
Page 7: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Steering Wheel Performance and Maintenance Adjustment ....1-10 Traction Control Interior Lighting ....1-11 System (TCS) .
Page 8: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 9: Information
In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8 6. 8. Infotainment Display Screen. 17. Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 2. 2. Headlamp High/Low-Beam 9. Passenger Airbag Status Changer on page 6 2. Indicator on page 5 11. 18. Ignition Switch. See Ignition Positions (Key Access) on Turn and Lane-Change Lever.
Page 10: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive : Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. Press and Information hold for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again This section provides a brief to cancel the panic alarm. overview about some of the important features that may or may See Keys on page 2 1 and Remote...
Page 11 In Brief Door Locks When the engine starts, the parking Power Door Locks lamps will turn on and remain on as To lock or unlock the door from long as the engine is running. The outside the vehicle, press on the doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.
Page 12: Trunk Release
In Brief Trunk Release Windows Seat Adjustment Manual Front Seats The power window switches are To open the trunk, press on the located on the driver door. Each center stack or on the Remote To adjust a manual seat: passenger door has a switch that Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 13 In Brief Seat Height Adjuster Seat Cushion Tilt Feature Reclining Seatbacks If available, move the lever up or If available, move the lever up or To recline the seatback: down to manually raise or lower down to raise or lower the front of 1.
Page 14: Heated Seats
In Brief Heated Seats To return the seatback to an upright To adjust a power driver seat, position: if equipped: 1. Lift the lever fully without Move the seat forward or applying pressure to the rearward by sliding the control seatback, and the seatback forward or rearward.
Page 15 In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing Press the control once for the highest setting. With each press of System the control, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then the off setting. Three lights indicate the highest setting and one light the lowest.
Page 16: Mirror Adjustment
1-10 In Brief Mirror Adjustment Steering Wheel Interior Mirrors Adjustment Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Hold the rearview mirror in the center and move it to view the area behind the vehicle. Manual Rearview Mirror For vehicles with a manual rearview mirror, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use to avoid glare from the headlamps from behind.
Page 17 In Brief 1-11 Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps The front reading lamps are located in the overhead console. The exterior lamp control is to the left of the steering column on the The interior lamps control located in instrument panel. the overhead console controls both : Briefly turn to this position to the front and rear interior lamps.
Page 18 1-12 In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer : Turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, sidemarker lamps, and instrument panel lights. A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on. INT: Move the lever up to INT for : For vehicles with fog lamps, intermittent wipes, then turn the...
Page 19: Climate Controls
In Brief 1-13 Climate Controls The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with these systems. Climate Control System 1. Temperature Control 6. Rear Window Defogger 2. Air Delivery Modes 7. Defrost 3. Fan Control See Climate Control Systems on page 8 1 (If Equipped).
Page 20 1-14 In Brief Transmission Dual Automatic Climate Control System Driver Shift Control (DSC) Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. To use the DSC feature: 1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) to the left into the (+) or ( ) manual position.
Page 21: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-15 Vehicle Features Storing a Station as a Favorite 3. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to adjust the highlighted number. Stations from all bands can be Radio(s) 4. Press TUNE/MENU to select the stored in the favorite lists in any next number.
Page 22: Portable Audio Devices
1-16 In Brief Satellite Radio Portable Audio Devices To set the time: 1. Press the CONFIG button to ® Vehicles with a SiriusXM satellite Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm enter the menu options or press radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB .
Page 23: Cruise Control
In Brief 1-17 Cruise Control See Bluetooth (Overview) on : Press to interact with the page 7 20 or Bluetooth available Bluetooth, OnStar, (Infotainment Controls) on or navigation system. page 7 21 or Bluetooth (Voice : Press to silence the Recognition) on page 7 25.
Page 24: Infotainment System
1-18 In Brief SET/ : Move the thumbwheel down 8 km/h (5 mph). URPA uses audible to set a speed and activate cruise beeps to provide distance and control or to make the vehicle system information. decelerate. Keep the sensors on the vehicle's See Cruise Control on page 9 36.
Page 25: Maintenance
In Brief 1-19 Sunroof Performance and Open/Close: Press switch (1) to the first detent position. Maintenance Express Open/Close: Press switch (1) to the second detent Traction Control position and release. To stop the System (TCS) movement, press the switch again. Automatic Tilt/Close: Press the The traction control system limits rear of switch (2) to vent the...
Page 26 1-20 In Brief ® StabiliTrak System The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. Maintain The StabiliTrak system assists with the correct tire pressures. directional control of the vehicle in See Tire Pressure Monitor System difficult driving conditions. The on page 10 46.
Page 27: Onstar Overview
Mexico: 01-800-466-0818 Vehicles with a yellow fuel cap can limits or drive more slowly when use either unleaded gasoline or As the owner of a new Buick, you conditions require. ethanol fuel containing up to 85% are automatically enrolled in the ethanol (E85).
Page 28 1-22 In Brief NOTES...
Page 29: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Keys and Locks Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ....2-15 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-15 Keys Folding Mirrors .
Page 30: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
Keys, Doors, and Windows If locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13 7 or Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13 10. With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle.
Page 31: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the location. Other (Lock): Press to lock all doors. vehicles or objects may be The turn signal indicators may flash blocking the signal. and/or the horn may sound to Check the transmitter's battery. indicate locking. See “Remote Lock See “Battery Replacement”...
Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows The RKE transmitter should be Press and hold for at least within 1 m (3 ft) of the door being three seconds to sound the panic opened. If the vehicle has this alarm. The horn sounds and the feature, there will be buttons on the turn signals flash for 30 seconds, outside front door handles.
Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Unlocking/Locking from transmitter has been removed from reprogrammed. Each vehicle can the Passenger Doors the interior of the vehicle, the doors have up to eight transmitters will lock after eight seconds. matched to it. When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) Temporarily disable the locking Programming with a Recognized...
Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows 5. Remove the transmitter from the 1. Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter into the key lock transmitter pocket and press cylinder on the outside of the To program additional driver door and turn the key to transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5.
Page 35: Starting With Low Transmitter Battery
Keys, Doors, and Windows 6. Remove the transmitter from the 3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake transmitter pocket and press pedal and the START button. To program additional See Starting the Engine on transmitters, repeat Steps 4 –...
Page 36: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
Keys, Doors, and Windows 4. Insert the new battery, positive Laws in some local communities When the engine starts, the parking side facing up. Push the battery may restrict the use of remote lamps will turn on and remain on as down until it is held in place.
Page 37: Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows The malfunction indicator lamp The vehicle's ignition must be WARNING (Continued) is on. turned on and then back off before the remote start procedure can be The engine coolant temperature safety belts properly and the used again. is too high.
Page 38: Power Door Locks
2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks From inside the vehicle with the doors locked, pull once on the door handle to unlock it, and a second time to open it. Push down on the door lock knob on the top of the door. Manually locking the driver door also automatically locks all other doors.
Page 39: Trunk
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Doors Trunk Release WARNING (Continued) Trunk Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and WARNING set the fan speed to the highest setting. See “Climate Exhaust gases can enter the Control Systems”...
Page 40: Vehicle Security
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security Emergency Trunk Release There is an emergency trunk release handle located inside the Handle This vehicle has theft-deterrent trunk on the trunk lid. The release Notice: Do not use the features; however, they do not make handle can be accessed by folding emergency trunk release handle the vehicle impossible to steal.
Page 41: Immobilizer
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Immobilizer Disarming the System To disarm the system, do one of the See Radio Frequency Statement on following: page 13 20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Press on the RKE transmitter. Communications Commission (FCC) Unlock the vehicle with the RKE rules and Industry Canada The security light in the instrument...
Page 42: (Keyless Access)
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows dealer who can service the If the RKE transmitter appears to be theft-deterrent system and have a undamaged, try another transmitter, new key made. or place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket in the center Do not leave the key or device that console.
Page 43: Convex Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors Convex Mirrors The vehicle has manual folding mirrors. These mirrors can be folded WARNING inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car A convex mirror can make things, wash.
Page 44: Interior Mirrors
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Windows Rearview Mirror Manual Rearview Mirror WARNING To adjust the inside rearview mirror, hold the rearview mirror in the To adjust the inside rearview mirror, Never leave a child, a helpless center and move it to view the area hold the rearview mirror in the adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle,...
Page 45: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 The vehicle aerodynamics are Express Window Operation designed to improve fuel economy Windows with an express down or performance. This may result in a up feature allow the windows to be pulsing sound when either rear lowered or raised without holding window is down and the front the switch.
Page 46: Sun Visors
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows To program each front window: Rear Window Lockout Press to activate the rear window lockout and door locks. The 1. The ignition is in ACC/ indicator light comes on when ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, activated. or in RAP. 2.
Page 47: Sunroof
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Roof Open/Close: Press switch (1) to Safety Function the first detent position. If the sunroof has any resistance Sunroof Express Open/Close: Press during automatic closing, it will switch (1) to the second detent immediately stop and reverse. position and release.
Page 48 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris.
Page 49: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belt Extender ..3-16 Adding Equipment to the Safety System Check ..3-17 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-29 Restraints Safety Belt Care .
Page 50: Head Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Page 51: Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Front Seats Rear Seats To adjust a manual seat: 1. Lift the handle at the front of The vehicle's rear seats have Seat Adjustment the seat. adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The 2. Slide the seat to the desired height of the head restraint can be position and release the handle.
Page 52: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Raise or lower the front part of Power Seat Adjustment Seat Cushion Tilt Feature the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.
Page 53 Seats and Restraints To return the seatback to an upright WARNING (Continued) position: 1. Lift the lever fully without The lap belt could go up over applying pressure to the your abdomen. The belt forces seatback, and the seatback would be there, not at your pelvic returns to the upright position.
Page 54: Heated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Heated Front Seats WARNING 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, especially for long periods of time.
Page 55: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Remote Start Heated Seats Press to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and When it is cold outside, the heated Either side of the rear seatback can seatback. seats can be turned on be folded. automatically during a remote Press the control once for the Notice: Folding a rear seat with...
Page 56 Seats and Restraints 3. Reach under the safety belt and 4. Fold the seatback forward. pull the lever to unlock the Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the seatback. other seatback, if desired. WARNING A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash.
Page 57: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints Safety Belts To raise the seatback: WARNING 1. Make sure the safety belt is in This section of the manual the guide on the top of the If the seatback is not locked, it describes how to use safety belts seatback.
Page 58: Safety Belts
3-10 Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing WARNING (Continued) safety belts makes such good sense. It is extremely dangerous to ride Questions and Answers About in a cargo area, inside or outside Safety Belts of a vehicle.
Page 59: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-11 Wear the shoulder belt over the Also, in nearly all states and in shoulder and across the chest. all Canadian provinces, the law These parts of the body are best requires wearing safety belts. able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 60: Lap-Shoulder Belt
3-12 Seats and Restraints Lap-Shoulder Belt 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it All seating positions in the vehicle get twisted. have a lap-shoulder belt. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if The following instructions explain you pull the belt across you very how to wear a lap-shoulder belt...
Page 61: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
Seats and Restraints 3-13 If equipped with a shoulder belt Adjust the guide so the shoulder height adjuster, move it to the portion of the belt is on the shoulder height that is right for you. See and not falling off of it. The belt “Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster”...
Page 62: Storage
3-14 Seats and Restraints After the adjuster is set to the Pretensioners work only once. If the There is one guide, if equipped, for desired position, try to move it down pretensioners activate in a crash, each outboard passenger position in without pushing the release button the pretensioners and probably the rear seat.
Page 63 Seats and Restraints 3-15 WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 64: Safety Belt Use During
3-16 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Extender 4. Buckle, position, and release the safety belt as described If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten previously in this section. Make around you, you should use it. sure the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not But if a safety belt is not long falling off of it.
Page 65: Replacing Safety Belt System
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Safety System Check WARNING WARNING (Continued) Now and then, check that the safety Do not bleach or dye safety belts. inspected and any necessary belt reminder light, safety belts, It may severely weaken them. In replacements made as soon as buckles, latch plates, retractors, and a crash, they might not be able to possible.
Page 66: Airbag System
3-18 Seats and Restraints A roof-rail airbag for the right Airbag System are also designed to help reduce front passenger and the the risk of injury from the force of an passenger seated directly The vehicle has the following inflating bag, all airbags must inflate behind the right front passenger.
Page 67 Seats and Restraints 3-19 WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) safety belts. Everyone in the should sit as far back as possible children and infants need the vehicle should wear a safety belt while still maintaining control of protection that a child restraint properly, whether or not there is the vehicle.
Page 68: Where Are The Airbags
3-20 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? The driver knee airbag is below the Driver Side Shown, Passenger steering column. The front outboard Side Similar passenger knee airbag is below the The driver and front outboard The driver frontal airbag is in the glove box.
Page 69: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-21 When Should an Airbag WARNING (Continued) Inflate? or even death. The path of an Frontal airbags are designed to inflating airbag must be kept inflate in moderate to severe frontal clear. Do not put anything or near frontal crashes to help between an occupant and an reduce the potential for severe airbag, and do not attach or put...
Page 70: What Makes An Airbag
3-22 Seats and Restraints Frontal airbags may inflate at severe frontal impact. For moderate sensing system predicts that the different crash speeds depending on frontal impacts, dual-stage airbags vehicle is about to roll over on its whether the vehicle hits an object inflate at a level less than full side, or in a severe frontal impact.
Page 71: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates
Seats and Restraints 3-23 wheel or the instrument panel. In Airbags should never be regarded the windshield or being able to steer moderate to severe side collisions, as anything more than a supplement the vehicle, nor does it prevent even belted occupants can contact to safety belts.
Page 72 3-24 Seats and Restraints off the fuel system after the airbags Additional windshield breakage may an airbag system will not work inflate. You can lock the doors, turn also occur from the front outboard properly. See your dealer for off the interior lamps, and turn off passenger airbag.
Page 73 Seats and Restraints 3-25 ON or OFF will be visible. See riding in a forward-facing child seat; WARNING (Continued) Passenger Airbag Status Indicator an older child riding in a booster on page 5 11. seat; and children, who are large Even if the passenger sensing enough, using safety belts.
Page 74 3-26 Seats and Restraints The system determines that an the on indicator will light and stay lit WARNING (Continued) infant is present in a child as a reminder that the airbags are restraint. active. Light on page 5 11 for more A front outboard passenger For some children, including information, including important...
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-27 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material restraint and restarting the from the seat, such as blankets, Adult-Size Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, cushions, seat covers, seat turn the vehicle off.
Page 76 3-28 Seats and Restraints in the Index for additional indicator will be lit, and the WARNING (Continued) information about the importance of airbag readiness light on the proper restraint use. instrument panel will also be lit. seatback may interfere with the A thick layer of additional material, Liquid pooled on the seat that proper operation of the passenger...
Page 77: Adding Equipment To The
Seats and Restraints 3-29 modules, ceiling headliner or pillar sensing system from properly WARNING (Continued) garnish trim, front sensors, side turning off the passenger airbag(s). impact sensors, or airbag wiring. See Passenger Sensing System on can still inflate during improper page 3 24.
Page 78: Replacing Airbag System
3-30 Seats and Restraints Child Restraints readiness light is working. See WARNING (Continued) Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 11. Older Children passenger(s) in a crash, resulting Notice: If an airbag covering is in serious injury or even death. To damaged, opened, or broken, the help make sure the airbag airbag may not work properly.
Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3-31 Can proper safety belt fit be The manufacturer instructions that According to accident statistics, maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the children and infants are safer when trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that properly restrained in a child return to the booster seat.
Page 80: Infants And Young
3-32 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young WARNING (Continued) Children The child could move too far Everyone in a vehicle needs forward increasing the chance of protection! This includes infants and head and neck injury. The child all other children. Neither the might also slide under the lap distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the...
Page 81 Seats and Restraints 3-33 Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) protection for adults and older children, but not for young children arms. An infant should be child restraint in the right front and infants. Neither the vehicle's secured in an appropriate seat.
Page 82 3-34 Seats and Restraints Q: What are the different types of The restraint manufacturer WARNING add-on child restraints? instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and A: Add-on child restraints, which A young child's hip bones are still height limitations for a particular are purchased by the vehicle so small that the vehicle's regular...
Page 83: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-35 Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint Rear-Facing Infant Seat restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness.
Page 84: Where To Put The Restraint
3-36 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a locate the nearest child safety seat crash if the child restraint is not inspection station. For CPST Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. availability in Canada, check with Transport Canada or the Provincial WARNING...
Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-37 We recommend that children and When securing a child restraint in a WARNING (Continued) child restraints be secured in a rear rear seating position, study the seat, including: an infant or a child instructions that came with the child passenger airbag inflates and the riding in a rear-facing child restraint;...
Page 86: Latch System
3-38 Seats and Restraints Keep in mind that an unsecured When installing a child restraint with Lower Anchors child restraint can move around in a a top tether, you must also use collision or sudden stop and injure either the lower anchors or the people in the vehicle.
Page 87 Seats and Restraints 3-39 Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being...
Page 88: System
3-40 Seats and Restraints To assist you in locating the lower The top tether anchors are under Securing a Child Restraint anchors, each rear anchor position the covers, behind the rear seat, on Designed for the LATCH has a label, near the crease the filler panel.
Page 89 Seats and Restraints 3-41 Notice: Do not let the LATCH 1. Attach and tighten the lower WARNING (Continued) attachments rub against the attachments to the lower vehicle’s safety belts. This may anchors. If the child restraint restraint to a single anchor could damage these parts.
Page 90 3-42 Seats and Restraints If you are using a dual 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower tether in a rear outboard attachments on the child seating position with an restraint to the lower adjustable head restraint, anchors. raise the head restraint and 2.
Page 91 Seats and Restraints 3-43 If you are using a single 3. Before placing a child in the tether in the rear center child restraint, make sure it is seating position, route the securely held in place. To check, single tether over the grasp the child restraint at the headrest.
Page 92 3-44 Seats and Restraints 1. Insert the head restraint posts WARNING into the holes in the top of the seatback. The notches on the With head restraints that are not posts must face the driver side installed and adjusted properly, of the vehicle.
Page 93: Replacing Latch System
Seats and Restraints 3-45 Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat) a top tether, and that the tether be attached. When securing a child restraint in a WARNING rear seating position, study the If the child restraint does not have...
Page 94 3-46 Seats and Restraints 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run Position the release button on the lap and shoulder portions of the buckle so that the safety belt the vehicle's safety belt through could be quickly unbuckled if or around the restraint.
Page 95: Securing Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-47 6. If the child restraint has a top Reinstallation” under Lower Anchors WARNING tether, follow the child restraint and Tethers for Children (LATCH manufacturer's instructions System) on page 3 38. A child in a rear-facing child regarding the use of the top restraint can be seriously injured Securing Child Restraints...
Page 96 3-48 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child seat in a the vehicle. See Passenger WARNING (Continued) position without a top tether anchor Airbag Status Indicator on if a national or local law requires page 5 11. Secure rear-facing child restraints that the top tether be anchored, or if 2.
Page 97 Seats and Restraints 3-49 4. Push the latch plate into the 7. Before placing a child in the buckle until it clicks. child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, Position the release button on grasp the child restraint at the the buckle, so that the safety safety belt path and attempt to belt could be quickly unbuckled...
Page 98 3-50 Seats and Restraints NOTES...
Page 99: Storage Compartments
Storage Storage Storage Glove Box Compartments Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 Glove Box ....4-1 Cupholders .
Page 100: Center Console Storage
Storage Cupholders Center Console Storage To reinstall the shelf, slide it into the side guides (1) and push back until it engages into the rear panel (2). There are two cupholders in the The armrest is adjustable. Lift the center console with a removable lever to move it forward or rearward.
Page 101 Storage The armrest must be in the rearward position to open it. Lift the lever and then lift up on the armrest to access the storage area. There is a USB port and auxiliary input jack inside the storage area. See “USB”...
Page 102 Storage NOTES...
Page 103 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Safety Belt Reminders ..5-10 Information Displays Airbag Readiness Light ..5-11 Controls Driver Information Passenger Airbag Status Center (DIC) ....5-21 Indicator .
Page 104: Instruments And
Instruments and Controls Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel (Mute/End Call): Press to while driving. silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls For vehicles with OnStar or Adjustment Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call.
Page 105: Heated Steering Wheel
Instruments and Controls Heated Steering Wheel Windshield Wiper/Washer INT: (Intermittent Wipes): Move the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes, then turn the INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. OFF: Use to turn the wipers off. (Mist): For a single wipe, briefly move the wiper lever down.
Page 106: Compass
Instruments and Controls If the windshield wiper lever is then The compass system is designed to WARNING moved to off before the driver door operate for a certain number of is opened or within 10 minutes, the miles or degrees of turn before In freezing weather, do not use wipers will restart and move to the needing a signal from the GPS...
Page 107: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls Setting the Clock (Radio Setting the Clock (Radio with Day + or Day : Press the Day + or Day display buttons to increase with CD) CD and Touchscreen) or decrease the day. To set the time: The clock is in the center stack Display: Press Display to turn the display.
Page 108: Cigarette Lighter
Instruments and Controls Cigarette Lighter Ashtrays Notice: Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an For vehicles with a cigarette lighter, For vehicles with a removable extended period of time while the it is located on the instrument panel ashtray, the ashtray can be placed vehicle is off will drain the below the climate control system.
Page 109: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and function. Often gauges and warning Indicators lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle. Warning lights and gauges can When one of the warning lights signal that something is wrong comes on and stays on while...
Page 110: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Cluster Shown, Metric Similar...
Page 111: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls Speedometer Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer shows the The trip odometer can show how far vehicle's speed in either kilometers the vehicle has been driven since per hour (km/h) or miles per the trip odometer was last reset. hour (mph).
Page 112: Engine Coolant Temperature
5-10 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Safety Belt Reminders Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these Temperature Gauge Driver Safety Belt Reminder show a problem with your fuel Light gauge: At the service station, the fuel There is a driver safety belt pump shuts off before the gauge reminder light on the instrument...
Page 113: Airbag Readiness Light
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt The airbag readiness light comes on warning light and chime may turn on for several seconds when the Reminder Light if an object is put on the seat such vehicle is started.
Page 114: Charging System Light
5-12 Instruments and Controls Charging System Light important safety information. The If the word OFF is lit on the instrument panel has a passenger passenger airbag status indicator, it airbag status indicator. means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag.
Page 115: Indicator Lamp
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Malfunction If the malfunction indicator lamp original tires with other than comes on while the engine is those of the same Tire Indicator Lamp running, this indicates that the Performance Criteria (TPC) can OBD II system has detected a affect the vehicle's emission A computer system called OBD II problem and diagnosis and service...
Page 116 5-14 Instruments and Controls Avoid steep uphill grades. missing fuel cap allows fuel to diagnostic tools to fix any evaporate into the atmosphere. mechanical or electrical problems If the vehicle is towing a trailer, A few driving trips with the cap that might have developed.
Page 117: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-15 The vehicle may not pass If this has been done and the If the warning light stays on when inspection if: vehicle still does not pass the the electric parking brake is not inspection for lack of OBD II applied, have the vehicle inspected The malfunction indicator lamp is system readiness, your dealer...
Page 118: Electric Parking Brake
5-16 Instruments and Controls The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) work at a reduced level. The vehicle WARNING (Continued) light should come on briefly as the can still be driven, but should be engine is started. If it does not come taken to a dealer as soon as the road and carefully stopped, on, have the vehicle serviced by...
Page 119: Traction Off Light
Instruments and Controls 5-17 (13 mph), see your dealer for dealer. If the system is working This light comes on briefly while service. A chime may also sound normally, the indicator light then starting the engine. If it does not, when the light comes on steady.
Page 120: Tire Pressure Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls Tire Pressure Light The StabiliTrak or Traction Control When the Light Flashes First and System (TCS) indicator/warning Then Is On Steady light comes on briefly when the If the light flashes for about a minute engine is started. and then stays on, there may be a If the light does not come on, have problem with the TPMS.
Page 121: Low Fuel Warning Light
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Low Fuel Warning Light Security Light The oil pressure light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the The immobilizer light should come vehicle serviced by your dealer. on briefly as the engine is started.
Page 122: High-Beam On Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls High-Beam On Light The light goes out when the front For vehicles with cruise control, the fog lamps are turned off. See Front cruise control light is white when the Fog Lamps on page 6 4 for more cruise control is on and ready, and information.
Page 123: Information Displays Driver Information
Instruments and Controls 5-21 Information Displays DIC Operation and Displays 1. SET/CLR (Set/Clear): Press to set or clear the menu item when The DIC has different displays it is displayed. Driver Information which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons on the turn signal lever. (Thumbwheel): Use to Center (DIC) The DIC displays trip, fuel, and...
Page 124 5-22 Instruments and Controls Fuel Range Fuel Range (mpg). The instantaneous fuel economy reflects only the current Average Fuel Economy This display shows the approximate fuel economy and changes distance the vehicle can be driven Instantaneous Fuel Economy frequently as driving conditions without refueling.
Page 125 Instruments and Controls 5-23 Tire Pressure shown on the DIC. The timer will Remaining Oil Life record up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, Remaining Oil Life This display shows an estimate of and 59 seconds (99:59:59) after the oil's remaining useful life. Battery Voltage which the display will return to zero.
Page 126: Vehicle Messages
5-24 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and the next oil change. To reset the Engine Oil Life System, press SET/ Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC CLR while the Remaining Oil Life indicate the status of the vehicle or display is active.
Page 127: Brake System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Brake System Messages Door Ajar Messages Release it before you attempt to drive. See Parking Brake on BRAKE FLUID LOW DRIVER DOOR OPEN page 9 30 for more information. This message is displayed when the This message may display when the SERVICE PARKING BRAKE brake fluid level is low.
Page 128: Engine Cooling System
5-26 Instruments and Controls TRUNK OPEN COOLANT LEVEL LOW ADD HIGH COOLANT COOLANT TEMPERATURE This message will display when the trunk is open. Close the trunk This message will display if the This message displays if the coolant completely. coolant is low. See Engine Coolant temperature is hot.
Page 129: Engine Power Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-27 OIL PRESSURE LOW— STOP message stays on, the vehicle Replacement” under Remote should be taken to your dealer for Keyless Entry (RKE) System ENGINE service as soon as possible. Operation on page 2 3. This message displays if low oil pressure levels occur.
Page 130: Messages
5-28 Instruments and Controls Ride Control System SERVICE BLIND ZONE ALERT TRACTION CONTROL OFF SYSTEM Messages This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is If this message appears, both SBZA SERVICE TRACTION turned off. Adjust your driving displays will remain on indicating CONTROL accordingly.
Page 131: Transmission Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-29 The low tire pressure warning light TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE can cause damage to the vehicle. will also come on. See Tire Stop the vehicle and let it idle to This message displays when the Pressure Light on page 5 18. allow the transmission to cool.
Page 132: Vehicle Personalization
5-30 Instruments and Controls Vehicle 2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to Vehicles with a navigation system highlight Vehicle Settings. Press will display a checkmark to indicate Personalization the CONFIG button until Vehicle this feature is on. is highlighted on vehicles with a The audio system controls are used Climate and Air Quality navigation system only.
Page 133 Instruments and Controls 5-31 Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Chime Volume On or Off. Press BACK to confirm the selection and move back to the On vehicles with remote start and This allows the selection of the last menu. heated seats, the heated seats can chime volume level.
Page 134 5-32 Instruments and Controls Lighting MENU knob to highlight On or Off. Delay Door Lock Press TUNE/MENU to select On or When on, this feature will delay the Select the Lighting menu and the Off. Press BACK to confirm the locking of the doors until following will be displayed: selection and move back to the...
Page 135 Instruments and Controls 5-33 Remote Door Unlock If Off is selected, the Open Door All Doors, all of the doors will unlock Anti Lock Out feature may be Remote Unlock Feedback at the first press of . Press the enabled through an additional menu TUNE/MENU knob to confirm and Remote Lock Feedback selection.
Page 136 5-34 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
Page 137: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Taillamps Lighting Exterior Lighting License Plate Lamps Exterior Lamp Controls Instrument Panel Lights Exterior Lighting Sidemarker Lamps Exterior Lamp Controls ..6-1 (Parking Lamps): Turns the Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ..... 6-2 parking lamps on together with the Flash-to-Pass .
Page 138: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Lighting The DRL system makes the (Front Fog Lamps): For low-beam headlamps come on at a vehicles with fog lamps, press to reduced brightness when the turn the lamps on or off. following conditions are met: See Front Fog Lamps on page 6 4. The ignition is in the ON/ When the lights are on, will be...
Page 139: Automatic Headlamp
Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers To turn the DRL off or on again, turn The vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Make the exterior lamp control to sure it is not covered, or the then release. For vehicles first sold headlamps will be on when they are in Canada, the DRL cannot be not needed.
Page 140: Turn And Lane-Change
Lighting Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane (Front Fog Lamps): Press to change the arrow flashes rapidly or turn the fog lamps on or off. An Signals does not come on, a signal bulb indicator light on the instrument may be burned out.
Page 141: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps (Dome Lamp Override): Press to turn the lamps off, even when a The courtesy lamps come on door is open. Instrument Panel automatically when any door is (Door): Press to turn the lamps Illumination Control opened and the dome lamp is in the on automatically when a door is door position.
Page 142: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features Exit Lighting The headlamps, taillamps, parking Entry Lighting lamps, back-up lamps, and license plate lamps come on at night, or in The headlamps, parking lamps, areas with limited lighting, when the taillamps, back-up lamps, and most key is removed from the ignition. of the interior lamps turn on briefly The dome lamps also come on when...
Page 143: Battery Power Protection
Lighting Battery Power Protection The battery saver feature is designed to protect the vehicle's battery. If some interior lamps are left on and the ignition is turned off, the battery rundown protection system automatically turns the lamp off after some time.
Page 144 Lighting NOTES...
Page 145: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction Audio Players CD Player ....7-15 System Auxiliary Devices ... . 7-17 Infotainment Phone Read the following pages to...
Page 146: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Set up the tone, speaker Overview (Radio with CD) adjustments, and preset radio stations. For more information, see Defensive Driving on page 9 3. The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off.
Page 147 Infotainment System Press to select menu s © 8. AUX (Auxiliary) (Previous/Reverse) items. Selects an external audio Radio: Seeks the previous Radio: Manually selects source. station. radio stations. (Phone/Mute) CD: Selects the previous CD: Selects tracks. track or rewinds within a Opens the phone 14.
Page 148: Operation
Infotainment System Return from a submenu screen Operation Menu System (Radio with CD) to the previous menu screen. For radios with cd and touchscreen, Controls Delete the last character in a see “Using the System” in the sequence. The infotainment system is operated infotainment manual.
Page 149 Infotainment System Activating a Setting Turning a Function On or Off Press BACK to delete the last character in the sequence or press and hold to delete the entire character sequence. Audio Settings The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio 1.
Page 150 Infotainment System 3. Select the value. System Settings The level of volume compensation can be selected, or the auto volume Press BACK to go back to the Configuring the Number of feature can be turned off. Favorite Pages Tone Settings menu. 1.
Page 151: Am-Fm Radio
Infotainment System Radio INFO: Press to display additional Selecting a Station information that may be available for Seek Tuning the current song. AM-FM Radio If the radio station is not known: s © ¨ \ : Press to search for For vehicles equipped with radios s ©...
Page 152 Infotainment System Station Lists 3. Select the programming type. 2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob until A list of stations that transmit Radio Settings displays. Press 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. programming of the selected the TUNE/MENU knob to display 2. Select AM or FM Station List. All type displays.
Page 153 Infotainment System Gracenote Options: Press the Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to find To store a radio station to a TUNE/MENU knob to turn a radio station. To select a preset favorites page: Normalization on or off. station, press the corresponding 1.
Page 154: Satellite Radio
7-10 Infotainment System Autostore Stations Radio Data System (RDS) The RDS system is always on. When information is broadcast from AS 1-2 (Autostore): Autostore The audio system has a Radio Data the current FM station, the station searches and stores six FM and System (RDS).
Page 155 Infotainment System 7-11 coast, and in digital-quality sound. INFO: Press to display additional 3. Select XM Categories. A service fee is required to receive information that may be available 4. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to the SiriusXM service. If SiriusXM about the current song.
Page 156 7-12 Infotainment System Selecting a Channel Using the Storing a Channel as a Favorite Loading XM: The audio system is TUNE/MENU Knob acquiring and processing audio and To store the channel to a position in text data. No action is needed. This To select a channel using the the list, press and hold the message should disappear shortly.
Page 157: Radio Reception
Infotainment System 7-13 No Information: The system is Unknown: If this message is working properly. No text or received when tuned to channel 0, FM signals only reach about 16 to informational messages are there could be a receiver fault. 65 km (10 to 40 mi).
Page 158: Backglass Antenna
7-14 Infotainment System Satellite Radio Antenna SiriusXM Satellite Radio radio reception. For proper radio reception, the antenna connector Service The SiriusXM Satellite Radio needs to be properly attached to the SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service antenna is located on the roof of the post on the glass.
Page 159: Audio Players
Infotainment System 7-15 Audio Players of the music or video that has been INFO (Information): Press to recorded, or the way the disc has display additional information about been handled. the current track that may be CD Player available. To avoid damage to the CD player: For vehicles equipped with radios TUNE/MENU: Turn this knob to Do not use scratched or...
Page 160 7-16 Infotainment System Genres Information about the disc and Selecting an MP3 Track current track is shown on the Folder View Using the control buttons: display depending on the data To search for tracks: s © ¨ \ stored. Press to select the 1.
Page 161: Auxiliary Devices
Infotainment System 7-17 The disc is dirty, scratched, wet, Portable devices are controlled by For vehicles with a USB port, the or upside down. using the menu system described in following devices may be connected Operation on page 7 4. and controlled by the infotainment The air is very humid.
Page 162 7-18 Infotainment System Artists Song Titles Off: Plays tracks in the current folder in sequential order. Albums Podcasts Repeat Song Titles Genres Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and set Podcasts To search for tracks: Repeat to On or Off, then press the Genres 1.
Page 163 Infotainment System 7-19 Repeat Off: Starts playback from Files that do not have any meta Shuffle Functionality the beginning of the current track data stored in the ID3 tag display as Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and set after the last track finishes. Unknown.
Page 164: Bluetooth (Overview)
7-20 Infotainment System Phone duplicate or rarely used entries. WARNING (Continued) If possible, program speed dial or other shortcuts. Bluetooth (Overview) phone or the infotainment Review the controls and (navigation) system. Taking your For vehicles equipped with radios operation of the infotainment eyes off the road too long or too with cd and touchscreen, see system.
Page 165: Controls)
Infotainment System 7-21 Bluetooth Controls Voice Recognition Other Information ® Use the buttons located on the The voice recognition system uses The Bluetooth word mark and ® infotainment system and the commands to control the system logos are owned by the Bluetooth steering wheel to operate the and dial phone numbers.
Page 166 7-22 Infotainment System Only one paired cell phone can Pairing 5. Start the pairing process on the be connected to the Bluetooth cell phone to be paired to the A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone system at a time. vehicle. See the cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth manufacturer's user guide for If multiple paired cell phones are...
Page 167 Infotainment System 7-23 2. Select Phone Settings or 4. Select Device List. The Call Lists menu allows you to Bluetooth Settings. access the phone numbers from the 5. Select the new phone to link to Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, and 3.
Page 168 7-24 Infotainment System 3. Select the Incoming Calls, Declining a Call Conference Calling Outgoing Calls, or Missed Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to Conference calling and three-way Calls list. “Decline” and press TUNE/MENU to calling must be supported on the 4. Select the name or number you decline the call.
Page 169: Recognition)
Infotainment System 7-25 5. To add more callers to the For Radio with CD: additional information say "Help" conference call, repeat Steps 1 while you are in a voice 1. Turn or press the TUNE/MENU through 4. The number of callers recognition menu.
Page 170 7-26 Infotainment System Pairing only needs to be 3. Say “Pair.” The system responds Listing All Paired and Connected completed once, unless the with instructions and a four-digit Phones pairing information on the cell Personal Identification Number The system can list all cell phones phone changes or the cell phone (PIN).
Page 171 Infotainment System 7-27 Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone Using the “Store” Command Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, 1. Press . The system the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to 30 responds “Ready,”...
Page 172 7-28 Infotainment System 3. Say each digit, one at a time, To delete all name tags: Digit Dial: This command allows a that you want to store. After phone number to be dialed by 1. Press .The system each digit is entered, the system entering the digits one at a time.
Page 173 Infotainment System 7-29 To ignore the incoming call, no If an unwanted number is 2. After the tone, say “Re-dial.” The action is required. recognized by the system, say system dials the last number “Clear” at any time to clear the last called from the connected cell Press to disconnect the...
Page 174 7-30 Infotainment System Muting a Call To Transfer Audio from the To access contacts stored in the cell Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone phone: During a call, all sounds from inside During a call with the audio in the the vehicle can be muted so that the 1.
Page 175: Agreements
Infotainment System 7-31 Trademarks and Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call License Agreements 1. Press . The system FCC Information responds “Ready,” followed by a tone. See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 20 for more information 2.
Page 176 7-32 Infotainment System iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and Explicit Language Notice: Channels patent rights, copyrights, and trade iPod touch are trademarks of Apple with frequent explicit language are secrets of Digital Voice Inc., registered in the U.S. and other indicated with an “XL”...
Page 177 Infotainment System 7-33 Music and video recognition For the data provided by Gracenote Software, and Gracenote ® technology and related data are Gracenote Music Recognition Servers for your own personal ® provided by Gracenote . Gracenote Service, the content is not non-commercial use only.
Page 178 7-34 Infotainment System Under no circumstances will Gracenote reserves the right to Gracenote disclaims all warranties Gracenote become liable for any delete data from the Gracenote express or implied, including, but payment to you for any information Servers or to change data not limited to, implied warranties of that you provide.
Page 179: Air Vents
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be Climate Control Systems controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ..... . 8-3 Air Vents Air Vents .
Page 180: Air Conditioning
Climate Controls Temperature Control: Turn the Air Conditioning Rear Window Defogger knob clockwise or counterclockwise (Air Conditioning): Press to (Rear Defogger): Press to turn to increase or decrease the turn the air conditioning on or off. An the rear window defogger on or off. temperature setting.
Page 181: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System Automatic Operation The system automatically controls The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with the fan speed, air delivery, air this system. conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature.
Page 182 Climate Controls Changing the mode cancels the Press AUTO to return to automatic will not come on. Press automatic operation and the system operation and the air conditioner select recirculation; press it goes into manual mode. Press runs as needed. When the indicator again to select outside air.
Page 183 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger on and help to clear fog or frost from The system uses the driver’s the surface of the mirrors. See previous settings to heat or cool the (Rear Window Defogger): Heated Mirrors on page 2 15. inside of the vehicle.
Page 184: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Climate Controls Air Vents Maintenance Use the louvers located on the air Passenger Compartment vents to change the direction of the Air Filter airflow. Use the thumbwheels near the air The filter removes dust, pollen, and vents to control the amount of other airborne irritants from outside airflow or to shut off the airflow.
Page 185: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Starting the Engine ..9-18 Ride Control Systems Engine Heater ....9-20 Traction Control Operating Retained Accessory...
Page 186: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Driving Information Towing passenger to handle potential General Towing distractions. Information ....9-51 Distracted Driving Driving Characteristics and Become familiar with vehicle Towing Tips .
Page 187: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle WARNING between you and the driver in front of you. Braking, steering, and accelerating Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
Page 188: Steering
Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the If the steering wheel is turned until it Steering in Emergencies vehicle is being driven, brake reaches the end of its travel and is There are some situations when normally but do not pump the held against that position for an steering around a problem may brakes.
Page 189: Loss Of Control
Driving and Operating Steering or Cornering Skid — The vehicle's right wheels can drop traction is reduced by water, too much speed or steering in a off the edge of a road onto the snow, ice, gravel, or other curve causes tires to slip and shoulder while driving.
Page 190: Highway Hypnosis
Driving and Operating Turn off cruise control. Hydroplaning WARNING Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Highway Hypnosis can build up under the vehicle's Wet brakes can cause crashes. Always be alert and pay attention to tires so they actually ride on the They might not work as well in a your surroundings while driving.
Page 191: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Check all fluid levels and brakes, Winter Driving WARNING (Continued) tires, cooling system, and transmission. Driving on Snow or Ice they would not work well. You Shift to a lower gear when going Drive carefully when there is snow would then have poor braking or down steep or long hills.
Page 192 Driving and Operating The Antilock Brake System (ABS) Blizzard Conditions WARNING (Continued) improves vehicle stability during Being stuck in snow can be a hard stops on slippery roads, but serious situation. Stay with the cannot be seen or smelled. It can apply the brakes sooner than when vehicle unless there is help nearby.
Page 193: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck Rocking the Vehicle to Get WARNING (Continued) it Out Slowly and cautiously spin the to the highest setting. See Turn the steering wheel left and wheels to free the vehicle when “Climate Control Systems” in right to clear the area around the stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
Page 194: Vehicle Load Limits
9-10 Driving and Operating Vehicle Load Limits 2. Maximum Vehicle Capacity WARNING (Continued) Weight It is very important to know how 3. Size of the Original Equipment vehicle handles. This could much weight the vehicle can Tires cause loss of control and a carry.
Page 195 Driving and Operating 9-11 There is also important loading Subtract the combined If your vehicle will be towing information on the Certification weight of the driver and a trailer, the load from your label. It tells you the Gross passengers from XXX kg or trailer will be transferred to Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) XXX lbs.
Page 196 9-12 Driving and Operating Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Vehicle Capacity Weight for Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg Example 2 = 453 kg Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs).
Page 197 Driving and Operating 9-13 seating positions. The combined fuel, and cargo. Never exceed If you put things inside the weight of the driver, passengers, the GVWR for the vehicle, or the vehicle — like suitcases, tools, and cargo should never exceed Gross Axle Weight Rating packages, or anything the vehicle's capacity weight.
Page 198: Starting And Operating
9-14 Driving and Operating Starting and Following break in, engine speed WARNING (Continued) and load can be gradually Operating increased. Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, Ignition Positions (Key New Vehicle Break-In inside the vehicle so that Access) Notice: The vehicle does not some of them are above need an elaborate break-in.
Page 199 Driving and Operating 9-15 and turn it only with your hand. If the vehicle must be shut off in an WARNING If the key cannot be turned by emergency: hand, see your dealer. 1. Brake using a firm and steady Turning off the vehicle while The key must be fully extended to pressure.
Page 200: Ignition Positions
9-16 Driving and Operating warning and indicator lights. This Key Lock Release low voltage, try charging or jump position can also be used for starting the battery. See Jump service and diagnostics, and to Starting on page 10 66. verify the proper operation of the If charging or jump starting the malfunction indicator lamp as may battery does not work, locate the...
Page 201 Driving and Operating 9-17 The vehicle has an electronic If the vehicle is in P (Park), the 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). keyless ignition with pushbutton ignition will turn off, and Retained This can be done while the start.
Page 202 9-18 Driving and Operating If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, See Starting the Engine on Automatic Transmission and must be shut off while driving, page 9 18 for more information. The Move the shift lever to P (Park) or press and hold the engine START/ ignition will then remain in ON/RUN.
Page 203: Access)
Driving and Operating 9-19 Starting Procedure (Key Access) prevents cranking if the engine If the vehicle starts briefly but is already running. Engine then stops again, repeat the 1. With your foot off the accelerator cranking can be stopped by procedure.
Page 204: Engine Heater
9-20 Driving and Operating If the transmitter is not in the To prevent gear damage, this down. When the engine starts, vehicle or something is system also prevents cranking if let go of the key or button, and interfering with the transmitter, the engine is already running.
Page 205: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating 9-21 2. Open the hood and unwrap the 4. Before starting the engine, be opened. The radio will work when electrical cord. For vehicles with sure to unplug and store the the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ a 2.4L engine, the electrical cord cord as it was before to keep it ACCESSORY.
Page 206: Shifting Out Of Park
9-22 Driving and Operating Shifting out of Park Leaving the Vehicle with the If you have to leave the vehicle with the engine running, the vehicle must Engine Running Automatic Transmission be in P (Park) and the parking Shift Lock brake set.
Page 207: Parking
Driving and Operating 9-23 Parking Parking over Things If the shift lever cannot be moved out of P (Park): That Burn If the vehicle has a manual 1. Apply and maintain the regular transmission, before getting out of brakes. the vehicle, move the shift lever into WARNING R (Reverse) if parking on a downhill 2.
Page 208: Engine Exhaust
9-24 Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle WARNING (Continued) While Parked There are holes or openings WARNING It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. Engine exhaust contains carbon damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be...
Page 209: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-25 Automatic WARNING (Continued) Transmission Do not leave the vehicle when the The automatic transmission has a engine is running. If you have left shift lever located on the console the engine running, the vehicle between the seats. can move suddenly.
Page 210: Manual Mode
9-26 Driving and Operating all the way into P (Park) as you D (Drive): This position is for WARNING maintain brake application. Then normal driving. It provides the best press the shift lever button and fuel economy. If more power is Shifting into a drive gear while the move the shift lever into another needed for passing, and the...
Page 211 Driving and Operating 9-27 (DSC), could damage the vehicle. The transmission will only allow you Always upshift when necessary to shift into gears appropriate for the while using DSC. vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute (rpm). The Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows transmission will not automatically you to shift an automatic shift to the next lower gear if the...
Page 212: Manual Transmission
9-28 Driving and Operating Manual Transmission Notice: Do not rest your foot on 3 (Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and the clutch pedal while driving or 6 (Sixth): Shift into 3 (Third), while stopped. The pressure can 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and 6 (Sixth) the cause premature wear in the same way you do for 2 (Second).
Page 213: Antilock Brake
Driving and Operating 9-29 Brakes To stop, let up on the accelerator Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) pedal and press the brake pedal. while the vehicle is moving Just before the vehicle stops, press forward could damage the Antilock Brake the clutch pedal and the brake transmission.
Page 214: Parking Brake
9-30 Driving and Operating Parking Brake If driving safely on a wet road and it there will not be enough time to becomes necessary to slam on the apply the brakes if that vehicle brakes and continue braking to suddenly slows or stops. Always avoid a sudden obstacle, a leave enough room up ahead to computer senses that the wheels...
Page 215 Driving and Operating 9-31 are also Driver Information Center If the EPB is applied while the the EPB when this light is on, lift up (DIC) messages. See Brake System vehicle is in motion, a chime will on the EPB switch and hold it in the Messages on page 5 25 for more sound, and a DIC message will be up position.
Page 216: Brake Assist
9-32 Driving and Operating If the parking brake warning light is drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration conditions. This feature uses the on, the EPB has detected an error when the EPB is applied, to stability system hydraulic brake in another system and is operating preserve parking brake lining life.
Page 217: Ride Control Systems Traction Control
Driving and Operating 9-33 Ride Control Systems is designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling, either forward or rearward, during vehicle drive off. Traction Control After the driver completely stops System (TCS) and holds the vehicle in a complete standstill on a grade, HSA will be The vehicle has a Traction Control automatically activated and the DIC TCS/StabiliTrak Light...
Page 218: Stabilitrak ® System
9-34 Driving and Operating 2. Turn the engine off and wait appropriate cruise control button to 15 seconds. reengage when road conditions allow. See Cruise Control on 3. Start the engine. page 9 36. still comes on and stays on at a Adding non-GM accessories can speed above 20 km/h (13 mph), see affect the vehicle's performance.
Page 219 Driving and Operating 9-35 StabiliTrak is on automatically If there is a problem detected with whenever the vehicle is started. To StabiliTrak, the appropriate assist with directional control of the message will be displayed on the vehicle, the system should always DIC.
Page 220: Cruise Control
9-36 Driving and Operating Cruise Control appropriate message displays on WARNING the DIC. When StabiliTrak is turned The cruise control lets the vehicle off, the system will not assist with Cruise control can be dangerous maintain a speed of about 40 km/h directional control of the vehicle or where you cannot drive safely at (25 mph) or more without keeping...
Page 221 Driving and Operating 9-37 SET/ (Set/Coast): Move the Resuming a Set Speed thumbwheel down to set a speed If the cruise control is set at a and activate cruise control or to desired speed and then the brakes make the vehicle decelerate. are applied, the cruise control is disengaged without erasing the set Setting Cruise Control...
Page 222: Object Detection Systems
9-38 Driving and Operating Object Detection Reducing Speed While Using you might have to step on the Cruise Control accelerator pedal to maintain the Systems vehicle speed. When going If the cruise control system is downhill, you might have to brake or already activated: Ultrasonic Parking Assist shift to a lower gear to maintain the...
Page 223 Driving and Operating 9-39 To be detected, objects must be at When the System Does Not WARNING (Continued) least 20 cm (8 in) off the ground and Seem to Work Properly below trunk level. Objects must also damage, even with URPA, always The following messages may be be within 2.5 m (8 ft) from the rear check the area around the vehicle...
Page 224: Side Blind Zone
9-40 Driving and Operating Side Blind Zone PARK ASSIST OFF: If the URPA When the system detects a vehicle system does not activate due to a in the side blind zone, amber SBZA Alert (SBZA) temporary condition, the message displays will light up in the side displays on the DIC.
Page 225 Driving and Operating 9-41 How the System Works a vehicle you have passed remains SBZA is designed to ignore in or drops back into the stationary objects; however, the detection zone. system may occasionally light up due to guard rails, signs, trees, SBZA can be disabled through shrubs, and other stationary objects.
Page 226: Rear Vision
9-42 Driving and Operating not be selectable if the conditions SERVICE BLIND ZONE ALERT WARNING for normal system operation are not SYSTEM: If this message appears, met. Until normal operating both SBZA displays will remain on The RVC system does not display conditions for SBZA are met, you indicating there is a problem with children, pedestrians, bicyclists,...
Page 227 Driving and Operating 9-43 To cancel the delay, do one of the Symbols 5. Select Symbols. When a following: checkmark appears next to the The system may have a feature that Symbols option, symbols will Press a hard key on the lets the driver view symbols on the appear.
Page 228 9-44 Driving and Operating Guidelines Rear Vision Camera Error The area displayed by the camera is Messages limited. It does not display objects The RVC system may have a that are close to either corner or guideline overlay that can help the SERVICE REAR VISION CAMERA under the bumper and can vary driver align the vehicle when...
Page 229: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-45 It is dark. Fuel The sun or the beam of Use of the recommended fuel is an headlamps are shining directly important part of the proper into the camera lens. maintenance of this vehicle. To help Ice, snow, mud, or anything else keep the engine clean and maintain builds up on the camera lens.
Page 230: Recommended Fuel
9-46 Driving and Operating Recommended Fuel use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible. If the vehicle has a 2.4L L4 engine, Otherwise, you could damage the use regular unleaded gasoline with engine. If heavy knocking is heard a posted octane rating of 87 or when using gasoline rated at higher.
Page 231: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Driving and Operating 9-47 states adopting California Emissions caused by use of improper fuel marketers providing TOP TIER Standards, the vehicle will operate would not be covered by the vehicle Detergent Gasoline can be found at satisfactorily on fuels meeting warranty.
Page 232: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
9-48 Driving and Operating Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) Notice: This vehicle was not At a minimum, E85 should meet designed for fuel that contains ASTM Specification D 5798 or Vehicles that have a yellow fuel cap methanol. Do not use fuel CGSB Specification 3.512.
Page 233: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-49 Notice: Some additives are not WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) compatible with E85 fuel and can harm the vehicle's fuel system. To help avoid injuries to you wait for any hiss noise to stop Do not add anything to E85. and others, read and follow then unscrew the cap all Damage caused by additives...
Page 234: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-50 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank. WARNING (Continued) Wait a few seconds before removing Container the nozzle. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Place the nozzle inside the fill WARNING Exterior Care on page 10 72.
Page 235: Towing
Driving and Operating 9-51 Towing Driving Characteristics trailering capacity of the vehicle, see Trailer Towing (2.0L Engine) on and Towing Tips page 9 54 or Trailer Towing (Except General Towing 2.0L Engine) on page 9 54. Information WARNING Trailering changes handling, acceleration, braking, durability, and Only use towing equipment that has The driver can lose control when...
Page 236 9-52 Driving and Operating Do not tow a trailer during the has electric brakes, start the vehicle Passing first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent and trailer moving and then apply More passing distance is needed damage to the engine, axle, the trailer brake controller by hand when towing a trailer.
Page 237: Parking On Hills
Driving and Operating 9-53 shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees, brakes might have to be used so Parking on Hills or other objects. Avoid jerky or much that they would get hot and no sudden maneuvers. Signal well in longer work well. WARNING advance.
Page 238 9-54 Driving and Operating The weight of the trailer tongue. 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then transmission fluid, engine oil, axle apply the parking brake and shift lubricant, belts, cooling system, and The total weight on your into P (Park). brake system.
Page 239: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating 9-55 in the tow vehicle must be the GVW because the vehicle will Total Weight on Your Vehicle's subtracted from the maximum trailer be carrying that weight, too. See Tires weight. Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10. Be sure the vehicle's tires are Ask your dealer for trailering inflated to the upper limit for cold...
Page 240: Conversions And Add-Ons
9-56 Driving and Operating Will any holes be made in the Conversions and Trailer Brakes body of the vehicle when the Add-Ons Does the trailer have its own trailer hitch is installed? If so, brakes? Be sure to read and follow seal the holes when the hitch is the instructions for the trailer brakes removed.
Page 241: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Engine Coolant ... . . 10-16 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Engine Overheating ..10-19 Stoplamps, and Back-Up Washer Fluid ....10-19 Lamps .
Page 242: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care General Information Tire Pressure Monitor Jump Starting System ....10-46 Jump Starting ....10-66 For service and parts needs, visit Tire Pressure Monitor Towing...
Page 243: California Perchlorate
Vehicle Care 10-3 Vehicle Checks cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock Doing Your Own many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability Service Work wear by-products contain and/or control.
Page 244: Hood
10-4 Vehicle Care Hood This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own To open the hood: service work, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3 28. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed.
Page 245 Vehicle Care 10-5 To close the hood: 1. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then, lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop by the sleeve from the retainer slot on the underside of the hood and return the prop to its retainer 4.
Page 246 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2.0L L4 Engine...
Page 247 Vehicle Care 10-7 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on 6. Battery on page 10 22 (Under page 10 13. Cover). 2. Engine Oil Dipstick. See 7. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and “Checking Engine Oil” under Pressure Cap. See Engine Engine Oil on page 10 9. Coolant on page 10 16.
Page 248 10-8 Vehicle Care 2.4L L4 Engine...
Page 249: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-9 Always dispose of engine oil 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on 10. Windshield Washer Fluid properly. See “What to Do with page 10 13. Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Used Oil” in this section. Fluid” under Washer Fluid on 2.
Page 250 10-10 Vehicle Care what kind of oil to use. For engine Selecting the Right Engine Oil WARNING oil crankcase capacity, see Selecting the right engine oil Capacities and Specifications on depends on both the proper oil The engine oil dipstick handle page 12 2.
Page 251: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-11 vehicle warranty. Check with your Engine Oil Additives/Engine Used oil can be a threat to the dealer or service provider on environment. If you change your Oil Flushes whether the oil is approved to the own oil, be sure to drain all the oil Do not add anything to the oil.
Page 252: Automatic Transmission
10-12 Vehicle Care When the system has calculated How to Reset the Engine Oil If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON that oil life has been diminished, it message comes back on when the Life System indicates that an oil change is vehicle is started, the engine oil life Reset the system whenever the necessary.
Page 253: Manual Transmission
Vehicle Care 10-13 Change the fluid and filter at the Adding fluid will not correct a leak. side of the reservoir. The brake/ intervals listed in Maintenance A fluid loss in this system could hydraulic clutch fluid system should Schedule on page 11 3, and be sure indicate a problem.
Page 254: Cooling System
10-14 Vehicle Care How to Inspect the Engine Air 3. Inspect or replace the engine air 5. Install the cover by lowering it cleaner/filter. over the filter and secure with Cleaner/Filter the screws. 4. Align the filter correctly. To inspect the air cleaner/filter, remove the filter from the vehicle 5.
Page 255 Vehicle Care 10-15 WARNING Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant.
Page 256: Engine Coolant
10-16 Vehicle Care Helps keep the proper engine Engine Coolant WARNING (Continued) temperature. The cooling system in the vehicle is Notice: If an improper coolant mixture, the engine could get too filled with DEX-COOL engine mixture is used, the engine could hot but you would not get the coolant.
Page 257 Vehicle Care 10-17 Check to see if coolant is visible in If no problem is found, check to see WARNING (Continued) the coolant surge tank. If the coolant if coolant is visible in the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is surge tank.
Page 258 10-18 Vehicle Care Notice: In cold weather, water 1. Remove the coolant surge tank 4. With the coolant surge tank can freeze and crack the engine, pressure cap when the cooling pressure cap off, start the radiator, heater core and other system, including the coolant engine and let it run until the parts.
Page 259: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 10-19 Engine Overheating Washer Fluid Notice When using concentrated This emergency operating mode What to Use washer fluid, follow the allows the vehicle to be driven to a When windshield washer fluid is manufacturer instructions for safe place in an emergency needed, be sure to read the adding water.
Page 260: Brakes
10-20 Vehicle Care Brakes Some driving conditions or climates Brake Adjustment can cause a brake squeal when the Every time the brakes are applied, This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly with or without the vehicle moving, brake pads have built-in wear applied.
Page 261: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-21 Brake Fluid since a leak means that sooner Checking Brake Fluid or later the brakes will not The brake/clutch fluid can be work well. checked without taking off the cap Do not top off the brake/clutch fluid. by looking at the brake/clutch fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak.
Page 262: Battery
10-22 Vehicle Care If brake fluid is spilled on the Always clean the brake/clutch fluid Vehicle Storage vehicle's painted surfaces, reservoir cap and the area around the paint finish can be the cap before removing it. This WARNING damaged. Be careful not to helps keep dirt from entering the spill brake fluid on the reservoir.
Page 263: Function Check
Vehicle Care 10-23 Starter Switch Check If the vehicle starts in any other 3. With the engine off, turn the position, contact your dealer for ignition on, but do not start the service. engine. Without applying the WARNING regular brake, try to move the Automatic Transmission shift lever out of P (Park) with When you are doing this...
Page 264: Park Brake And P (Park)
10-24 Vehicle Care To check the P (Park) Park Brake and P (Park) To replace the windshield wiper mechanism's holding ability: blade: Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to 1. Pull the windshield wiper P (Park). Then release the assembly away from the parking brake followed by the WARNING...
Page 265: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care 10-25 Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement Lamps should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10 28. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected.
Page 266: Fog Lamps
10-26 Vehicle Care 2. For the driver side bulb, remove Parking/Turn Signal Lamp 3. Remove the bulb by turning it the windshield washer bottle counterclockwise and pulling it 1. Open the hood. See Hood on filler neck by firmly pulling it straight out of the assembly.
Page 267 Vehicle Care 10-27 Driver Side Shown, Passenger 4. For the passenger side bulb, Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar remove the pull handle Side Similar fasteners (2) and pull handle. 1. Back-Up Lamp 1. Taillamp 5. Pull the trunk deck trim down far 2.
Page 268: License Plate Lamp
10-28 Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp Replacement Bulbs 1. Bulb Socket 2. Bulb Bulb Exterior Lamp Number 3. Lamp Assembly Back-Up Lamp 921K To replace one of these bulbs: Deck Lid Taillamp 1. Push the left end of the lamp assembly toward the right.
Page 269: Electrical System
Vehicle Care 10-29 Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Headlamp Wiring Breakers An electrical overload may cause Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the Overload protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away...
Page 270: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
10-30 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Fuse Block To open the fuse block cover, press the clips at the front and back and Engine Compartment Fuse Block rotate the cover up to the side. Notice: Spilling liquid on any A fuse puller is located in the engine Mini Amps Usage...
Page 271 Vehicle Care 10-31 Mini Amps Usage Mini Amps Usage Mini Amps Usage Fuses Fuses Fuses Oxygen – Empty – Empty Sensor/Purge Antilock Airbag Solenoid Brake – Empty Ignition Coils/ System 7.5A Spare Injectors Valves 7.5A Door Switch Spare – Empty Supply/Left Empty Engine...
Page 272 10-32 Vehicle Care Mini Amps Usage Mini Amps Usage J-Case Amps Usage Fuses Fuses Fuses Empty 7.5A Instrument Rear – Cluster/Fuel Electrical Empty – System Center Horn Control Empty – Module/ Fuel Pump Spare Heater, – Empty Ventilation, – Empty and Air Inside Rear Electric...
Page 273: Block
Vehicle Care 10-33 The instrument panel fuse block is J-Case Amps Usage Relays Usage on the driver side of the instrument Fuses Engine Cooling Fan panel. To access the fuses: Engine (RPO LEA) 1. Access the fuse block by Cooling Fan Engine Cooling Fan opening the storage (RPO LEA)
Page 274 10-34 Vehicle Care Fuses Amps Usage Fuses Amps Usage Body Control Interior Fan Module Driver Body Control Power Seat Module – Not Used Body Control 7.5A Diagnostic Module Connector Infotainment Airbag System Central Information Locking Display/ System/ Parking Tailgate Assist Ignition/ Conditioning Electronic...
Page 275: Block
Vehicle Care 10-35 Rear Compartment Fuse Fuses Amps Usage Block 2A/5A Ignition/ Electronic Key System Body Control Module Body Control Module – Not Used – Not Used Relays Usage Trunk Open The rear compartment fuse block, Door Security if equipped, is located on the left side of the trunk behind a cover.
Page 276 10-36 Vehicle Care Mini Amps Usage Fuses – Empty Empty – – Empty Empty – Empty – Rear Vision Camera – Empty Empty – 7.5A Heated Steering Wheel The vehicle may not be equipped Mini Amps Usage Sunroof with all of the fuses, relays, and Fuses features shown.
Page 277: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-37 Wheels and Tires Mini Amps Usage Relays Usage Fuses Empty Tires Empty – Every new GM vehicle has Empty – Empty high-quality tires made by a Amplifier leading tire manufacturer. See Empty the warranty manual for Empty J-Case Amps Usage...
Page 278: All-Season Tires
10-38 Vehicle Care All-Season Tires WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) This vehicle may come with and a serious crash. See Worn or old tires can all-season tires. These tires are Vehicle Load Limits on cause a crash. If the tread designed to provide good overall page 9 10.
Page 279: Winter Tires
Vehicle Care 10-39 Winter Tires If using winter tires: Notice: Low profile tires are more susceptible to damage Use tires of the same brand and This vehicle was not, originally, from road hazards or curb tread type on all four wheel equipped with winter tires.
Page 280 10-40 Vehicle Care criteria have a TPC specification (4) Tire Identification Number code molded onto the sidewall. (TIN) The letters and numbers GM's TPC specifications meet or following the DOT (Department exceed all federal safety of Transportation) code are the guidelines.
Page 281 Vehicle Care 10-41 (7) Maximum Cold Inflation emergency use when a regular (5) Tire Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that road tire has lost air and gone temporary use tire or compact can be carried and the flat. If the vehicle has a compact spare tire should be inflated to maximum pressure needed to spare tire, see Compact Spare...
Page 282: Tire Designations
10-42 Vehicle Care Tire Designations (3) Aspect Ratio A two-digit is certified to carry. The speed number that indicates the tire rating is the maximum speed a Tire Size height-to-width measurements. tire is certified to carry a load. For example, if the tire size The following is an example of a Tire Terminology and aspect ratio is 60, as shown in...
Page 283 Vehicle Care 10-43 Belt A rubber coated layer of maximum capacity of fuel, oil, GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight cords between the plies and the and coolant, but without Rating for the rear axle. See tread. Cords may be made from passengers and cargo.
Page 284 10-44 Vehicle Care Maximum Load Rating model name molding that is Sidewall The portion of a tire load rating for a tire at the higher or deeper than the same between the tread and the bead. maximum permissible inflation moldings on the other sidewall Speed Rating pressure for that tire.
Page 285: Tire Pressure
Vehicle Care 10-45 tire's traction, temperature, and recommended inflation pressure. Overinflated tires, or tires that treadwear. Ratings are See “Tire and Loading have too much air, can determined by tire Information Label” under Vehicle result in: manufacturers using Load Limits on page 9 10. Unusual wear.
Page 286: Tire Pressure Monitor
10-46 Vehicle Care When to Check pressure on the Tire and Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked Loading Information label, no Check the tires once a month or monthly when cold and inflated to further adjustment is necessary. more.
Page 287: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-47 Tire Pressure Monitor tread life, and may affect the pressure as intended. TPMS vehicle's handling and stopping malfunctions may occur for a variety Operation ability. of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or This vehicle may have a Tire Please note that the TPMS is not a wheels on the vehicle that prevent Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
Page 288 10-48 Vehicle Care tires to the recommended pressure A Tire and Loading Information TPMS Malfunction Light and shown on the Tire and Loading label, attached to your vehicle, Message Information label. See Vehicle Load shows the size of the original The TPMS will not function properly Limits on page 9 10.
Page 289 Vehicle Care 10-49 The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the process was not done or not being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger rotating the tires.
Page 290: Tire Inspection
10-50 Vehicle Care Tire Inspection 4. Use the thumbwheel to scroll to 9. Proceed to the passenger side the Tire Pressure Menu Item front tire, and repeat the We recommend that the tires, screen. procedure in Step 8. including the spare tire, if the 5.
Page 291: Tire Rotation
Vehicle Care 10-51 The tire has a puncture, cut, rotation, check the wheel the tires have been rotated. See or other damage that cannot alignment. See When It Is Time Tire Pressure on page 10 45 be repaired well because of and Vehicle Load Limits on for New Tires on page 10 52 the size or location of the...
Page 292: When It Is Time For New
10-52 Vehicle Care equipped, be replaced after six WARNING (Continued) years, regardless of tread wear. The tire manufacturer date is the last an emergency, a cloth or a paper four digits of the DOT Tire towel can be used; however, use Identification Number (TIN) which is a scraper or wire brush later to molded into one side of the tire...
Page 293: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-53 Winter tires with the same speed at least a month, remove the tires or number is molded onto the tire's raise the vehicle to reduce the sidewall near the tire size. If the rating as the original equipment weight from the tires.
Page 294: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-54 Vehicle Care sure they are the same size, may be affected. If the vehicle has WARNING electronic systems such as antilock load range, speed rating, and brakes, rollover airbags, traction construction (radial) as the Mixing tires of different sizes, control, electronic stability control, original tires.
Page 295: Uniform Tire Quality
Vehicle Care 10-55 Uniform Tire Quality graded 150 would wear one and nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on Grading or to some limited-production the government course as a tire Quality grades can be found tires.
Page 296: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-56 Vehicle Care straight-ahead braking traction performance on the laboratory road, the tires and wheels might need to be rebalanced. See your tests, and does not include test wheel than the minimum dealer for proper diagnosis. acceleration, cornering, required by law. Warning: The hydroplaning, or peak traction temperature grade for this tire is Wheel Replacement...
Page 297: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-57 Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel Used Replacement Wheels WARNING (Continued) nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors with new WARNING parts. The area damaged by the GM original equipment parts. tire chains could cause loss of Replacing a wheel with a used control and a crash.
Page 298: If A Tire Goes Flat
10-58 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 changing a flat tire. If it is used for while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire.
Page 299: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care 10-59 Tire Changing WARNING (Continued) Removing the Spare Tire and 1. Set the parking brake firmly. Tools 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 1.
Page 300 10-60 Vehicle Care 3. Turn the retainer nut (1) This vehicle may have one of the counterclockwise to remove it. following: A coin/pierce jack (3), a Then remove the tool bag jack handle extension (2), and a tether (2) from the stow rod, the two-piece wrench (4), or a hex head tool bag (3) containing the wheel jack (1) and two-piece wrench (4).
Page 301 Vehicle Care 10-61 damaged. Store the wheel cover in 2. Turn the wheel wrench Notice: Make sure that the jack the trunk until the flat tire is repaired counterclockwise once on each lift head is in the correct position or replaced. wheel nut to loosen it.
Page 302 10-62 Vehicle Care WARNING WARNING Getting under a vehicle when it is Lifting a vehicle and getting under lifted on a jack is dangerous. it to do maintenance or repairs is If the vehicle slips off the jack, dangerous without the you could be badly injured or appropriate safety equipment and killed.
Page 303 Vehicle Care 10-63 WARNING (Continued) an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. Make sure the jack lift head 9. Remove all of the wheel nuts. notch is placed in the flange 10.
Page 304 10-64 Vehicle Care WARNING WARNING (Continued) Never use oil or grease on bolts after replacing. Follow the torque or nuts because the nuts might specification supplied by the come loose. The vehicle's wheel aftermarket manufacturer when could fall off, causing a crash. using accessory locking wheel nuts.
Page 305 Vehicle Care 10-65 When reinstalling the wheel cover or Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 4. Place the jack and jack handle center cap on the full-size tire, extension, if the vehicle has one, 1. Replace the wheel wrench and tighten all five plastic caps hand in the foam container.
Page 306: Compact Spare Tire
10-66 Vehicle Care Compact Spare Tire Jump Starting speed be limited to 80 km/h (50 mph). To conserve the tread of For more information about the the spare tire, have the standard tire WARNING vehicle battery, see Battery on repaired or replaced as soon as page 10 22.
Page 307 Vehicle Care 10-67 Notice: Ignoring these steps 3. Good Battery Negative Terminal Notice: Only use a vehicle that could result in costly damage to has a 12-volt system with a 4. Good Battery Positive Terminal the vehicle that would not be negative ground for jump The jump start negative grounding covered by the warranty.
Page 308 10-68 Vehicle Care 4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. WARNING (Continued) WARNING Turn off all lights and accessories in both vehicles, Be sure the battery has enough Fans or other moving engine except the hazard warning water. You do not need to add parts can injure you badly.
Page 309: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-69 Towing 9. Start the engine in the vehicle 2. The front tires must be properly with the good battery and run inflated. If necessary, move a the engine at idle speed for at rear tire to the front to replace a Towing the Vehicle least four minutes.
Page 310: Recreational Vehicle
10-70 Vehicle Care Recreational Vehicle 6. When the fascia has enough clearance to clear the flatbed, Towing lower the flatbed, and finish pulling the vehicle onto the Recreational vehicle towing means flatbed. towing the vehicle behind another vehicle – such as behind a motor home.
Page 311 Vehicle Care 10-71 Does the vehicle have the Notice: If the vehicle is towed Tow the vehicle with the two rear proper towing equipment? See with all four wheels on the wheels on the ground and the front your dealer or trailering ground, the drivetrain wheels on a dolly.
Page 312: Appearance Care
10-72 Vehicle Care Appearance Care Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer. Follow all manufacturer Exterior Care directions regarding correct product usage, necessary safety Locks precautions, and appropriate Locks are lubricated at the factory. disposal of any vehicle care Use a de-icing agent only when product.
Page 313 Vehicle Care 10-73 Finish Care Notice: Machine compounding or Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ aggressive polishing on a Lenses and Emblems Application of aftermarket clearcoat basecoat/clearcoat paint finish sealant/wax materials is not Use only lukewarm or cold water, a may damage it. Use only recommended.
Page 314 10-74 Vehicle Care Weatherstrips Wheels and Trim — Aluminum automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning or Chrome Apply silicone grease on brushes. Damage could occur weatherstrips to make them last Use a soft, clean cloth with mild and the repairs would not be longer, seal better, and not stick or soap and water to clean the wheels.
Page 315: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-75 Underbody Maintenance corrosion. Larger areas of finish hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect damage can be corrected in your repellent from all interior surfaces or Use plain water to flush dirt and dealer's body and paint shop. permanent damage may result. debris from the vehicle's underbody.
Page 316 10-76 Vehicle Care To prevent damage, do not clean Interior Glass Coated Moldings the interior using the following To clean, use a terry cloth fabric Coated moldings should be cleaned. cleaners or techniques: dampened with water. Wipe droplets When lightly soiled, wipe with a Never use a razor or any other left behind with a clean dry cloth.
Page 317 Vehicle Care 10-77 To clean: cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small Notice: Do not attach a device hidden area for colorfastness before with a suction cup to the display. 1. Saturate a clean lint-free using a commercial upholstery This may cause damage and colorfast cloth with water or club cleaner or spot lifter.
Page 318: Floor Mats
10-78 Vehicle Care Cleaners containing these Care of Safety Belts Use the following guidelines for solvents can permanently change proper floor mat usage: Keep belts clean and dry. the appearance and feel of leather The original equipment floor or soft trim and are not mats were designed for your WARNING recommended.
Page 319 Vehicle Care 10-79 Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock each retainer and remove. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place.
Page 320 10-80 Vehicle Care NOTES...
Page 321: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing Maintenance Your vehicle is an important competitively priced maintenance investment. This section describes and repair services. With trained the required maintenance for the technicians, the dealer is the place vehicle.
Page 322 11-2 Service and Maintenance Because of the way people use The Additional Required Services Refer to the information in the vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Severe are for vehicles that are: Maintenance Schedule Additional There may need to be more Required Services Severe chart. Mainly driven in heavy city traffic frequent checks and services.
Page 323: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Check engine coolant level. See Maintenance for more than a year. The engine oil Engine Coolant on page 10 16. and filter must be changed at least Schedule once a year and the oil life system Check windshield washer fluid must be reset.
Page 324 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect steering, Check ignition transmission lock. suspension, and chassis See Ignition Transmission Lock components for damaged, loose, Check on page 10 23. or missing parts or signs of Check parking brake and wear. See Exterior Care on automatic transmission park page 10 72.
Page 325 Service and Maintenance 11-5...
Page 326 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes — Maintenance (3) Or every four years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. Services — Normal (4) Or every five years, whichever (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first. See Cooling System on comes first. More frequent page 10 14.
Page 327 Service and Maintenance 11-7...
Page 328: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance Special Application Footnotes — Maintenance (3) Or every four years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. Services Services — Severe (4) Or every five years, whichever (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first. See Cooling System on Severe Commercial Use comes first.
Page 329: And Care
Service and Maintenance 11-9 Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly To avoid break-down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing...
Page 330 11-10 Service and Maintenance Hoses Shocks and Struts Tires Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control Tires need to be properly inflated, be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining that there are no cracks or leaks.
Page 331 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Vehicle Care Windshield To help keep the vehicle looking like For safety, appearance, and the new, vehicle care products are best viewing, keep the windshield available from your dealer. For clean and clear. information on how to clean and Signs of damage include protect the vehicle’s interior and scratches, cracks, and chips.
Page 332: Lubricants, And Parts
11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Engine Oil Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended.
Page 333: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 55560894 A3128C Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13271190 —...
Page 334: Maintenance Records
11-14 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 335 Service and Maintenance 11-15 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 336 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 337: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 338: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System 2.0L L4 Engine 8.0 L 8.5 qt...
Page 339 Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2.0L L4 Engine Automatic 0.9 mm (0.035 in) Manual 2.4L L4 Engine Automatic 0.9 mm (0.035 in)
Page 340 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Page 341: Customer Information
Customer Information 13-1 Customer GM Mobility Reimbursement Reporting Safety Defects Program (U.S. and Information Reporting Safety Defects to Canada) ....13-7 the United States Roadside Assistance Program Government .
Page 342: Customer Information
1 800-263-3777 (English) or sure you are completely satisfied Buick. Normally, any concerns with 1-800-263-7854 (French). with the new vehicle. However, the sales transaction or the We encourage you to call the...
Page 343 Customer Information 13-3 40 days. If you do not agree with the STEP THREE — Canadian For further information concerning decision given in your case, you Owners: In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor may reject it and proceed with any not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), other venue for relief available...
Page 344: Procedure (Mexico)
13-4 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction However, we recognize that despite STEP THREE the good intentions of all parties Procedure (Mexico) If your case is not resolved in a involved, sometimes a reasonable amount of time by your misunderstanding may occur. dealer, please call the General If you have a problem that has not Motors Customer Assistance...
Page 345: Customer Assistance Offices (U.s. And Canada)
Mexico the toll-free number for assistance. 1908 Colonel Sam Drive However, if a customer wishes to 01-800-466-0818 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 write or e-mail Buick, the letter www.gm.ca United States and Canada should be addressed to: 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-521-7300 United States and Puerto Rico...
Page 346: Customer Assistance For Text
(Service History): View buickowner.ca and who use Text Telephones printable dealer-recorded service (TTYs), Buick has TTY equipment records and self-recorded service Take a trip to the Buick Owner available at its Customer Assistance records. Centre: Center. Any TTY user can (Preferred Dealer...
Page 347: Gm Mobility Reimbursement
The Roadside renewal of this program at the end Assistance program is not part of, This program is available to of its term, contact the Buick or included, in the coverage qualified applicants for cost Customer Assistance Center at...
Page 348 This service is limited to the If the vehicle cannot be received nearest dealer for warranty transfer of the vehicle to the by the nearest Buick dealer due service if the vehicle cannot be repair facility. to scheduling conflicts, the driven.
Page 349 Customer Information 13-9 If this happens, in addition to the more than eight hours driving on designated person are not in the previously listed services and the road, transportation for the same town or city as the prior to confirmation by the driver and passengers by first dealership.
Page 350: Canada)
13-10 Customer Information vehicle or third parties. This Routine vehicle repair costs are not Buick reserves the right to make means any occurrence that covered by the Roadside any changes or discontinue the causes physical injury to the Assistance program. For more...
Page 351 New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Road or Highway: Tow to the chains, or other traction devices. Buick and General Motors of nearest Buick dealer for Canada Limited reserve the right to Towing or services for vehicles...
Page 352: Canada)
13-12 Customer Information Alternative Service: If Services Specific to If the vehicle cannot be scheduled assistance cannot be provided into the service department Canadian-Purchased Vehicles right away, the Roadside immediately, keep driving it until it Fuel delivery: Reimbursement Assistance advisor may give can be scheduled for service, is approximately $5 Canadian.
Page 353 Customer Information 13-13 Several Courtesy Transportation destination with minimal interruption Courtesy Rental Vehicle options are available to assist in of your daily schedule. This includes Your dealer may arrange to provide reducing inconvenience when one-way or round-trip shuttle service you with a courtesy rental vehicle or warranty repairs are required.
Page 354: Collision Damage Repair (U.s. And Canada)
13-14 Customer Information Additional Program repairs diminish the vehicle resale performance; however, the history of value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts Information be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New All program options, such as shuttle collisions.
Page 355 Customer Information 13-15 able to recommend a collision repair If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: center that has GM-trained company may require you to have Driver name, address, and technicians and comparable insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number.
Page 356: Service Publications Ordering Information
13-16 Customer Information Managing the Vehicle Damage If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Repair Process you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that Owner Information...
Page 357: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Information 13-17 Reporting Safety Current and Past Models However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual Defects Technical Service Bulletins and problems between you, your Manuals are available for current dealer, or General Motors. and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects To contact NHTSA, you may call ORDER TOLL FREE: to the United States...
Page 358: Reporting Safety Defects To
Transport Canada Call 1-800-521-7300, or write: about the vehicle’s performance and immediately, and notify General Buick Customer Assistance Center how it is driven. For example, the Motors of Canada Limited. Call P.O. Box 33136 vehicle uses computer modules to...
Page 359: Event Data Recorders
Customer Information 13-19 Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a GM will not access this 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 360: Onstar
13-20 Customer Information ® OnStar Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement If the vehicle is equipped with ® OnStar and has an active RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that subscription, additional data may be vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that collected through the OnStar...
Page 361: Onstar Services
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Press Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. OnStar Services Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency .
Page 362: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar OnStar Services Press the OnStar Emergency automatic door locks, and can help > police locate the vehicle if it is button to get a priority stolen. connection to an Emergency Emergency Advisor available 24/7 to: Navigation With Automatic Crash Response, Get help for an emergency.
Page 363: Connections
OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands 2. Say “Repeat.” System responds Destination Download: Press with the last direction given, then During a Planned Route then request the Advisor to responds with “OnStar ready,” download directions to the Cancel Route then a tone. navigation system in the vehicle.
Page 364 14-4 OnStar Hands-Free Calling Retrieve My Number 4. Pick a name tag. System responds: “About to store <name 1. Press . System responds: 1. Press . System responds: tag>. Does that sound OK?” “OnStar ready.” “OnStar ready.” 5. Say “Yes” or say “No” to try 2.
Page 365: Diagnostics
OnStar 14-5 OnStar Additional OnStar Mobile App How OnStar Service Works Information Download the OnStar RemoteLink Automatic Crash Response, mobile app to select Apple, Android Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, and BlackBerry devices to check Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service vehicle fuel level, oil life, or tire Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Press...
Page 366 14-6 OnStar OnStar services require a vehicle service such as hills, tall buildings, TTY Users electrical system, wireless service, tunnels, weather, electrical system OnStar has the ability to and GPS satellite technologies to be design and architecture of the communicate to the deaf, available and operating for features vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired...
Page 367 OnStar 14-7 In emergency situations, OnStar OnStar Personal Identification Potential Issues can use the last stored GPS Number (PIN) OnStar cannot perform Remote location to send to emergency Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle A PIN is needed to access some of responders.
Page 368 14-8 OnStar Vehicle and Power Issues cannot be assured. Third parties THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED may unlawfully intercept or access “AS IS,” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF OnStar services require a vehicle transmissions and private ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR electrical system, wireless service, communications without consent.
Page 369 OnStar 14-9 unzip: Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, materials provided with the Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, distribution. The sole exception This is version 2005-Feb-10 of Rich Wales, Mike White to this condition is redistribution the Info-ZIP copyright and license. of a standard UnZipSFX binary The definitive version of this This software is provided “as is,”...
Page 370 14-10 OnStar “Pocket UnZip,” “WiZ” or “MacZip” without the explicit permission of Info-ZIP. Such altered versions are further prohibited from misrepresentative use of the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail addresses or of the Info-ZIP URL(s). 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use the names “Info-ZIP,”...
Page 371 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Ashtrays ......5-6 When Should an Airbag Assistance Program, Accessories and Inflate? ..... .3-21 Roadside .
Page 372 INDEX Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Cautions, Danger, and Headlamps, Front Turn Warnings ......iv Battery ..... . . 10-22 Signal, and Parking CD Player .
Page 373 INDEX Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Cupholders ..... 4-2 Door Air Conditioning ....8-1 Customer Assistance .
Page 374 INDEX Engine (cont'd) Floor Mats ....10-78 Cooling System Messages . . .5-26 Fluid E85 Fuel ..... . . 9-48 Drive Belt Routing .
Page 375 INDEX Fuel (cont'd) Gauges (cont'd) Headlamps (cont'd) Recommended ....9-46 Tachometer ....5-9 High-Beam On Light .
Page 376 INDEX Lights Airbag Readiness ... . . 5-11 Ignition Positions ..9-14, 9-16 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ..10-39 Antilock Brake System Ignition Transmission Lock Lamps...
Page 377: For Children (Latch)
INDEX Loss of Control ....9-5 Messages (cont'd) Low Fuel Warning Light ..5-19 Fuel System ....5-27 Navigation Low-Profile Tires .
Page 378 INDEX ® OnStar Diagnostics ... 14-5 Passenger Airbag Status Program ® OnStar Emergency ... 14-2 Indicator ..... 5-11 Courtesy Transportation .
Page 379 INDEX Recreational Vehicle Ride Control Systems Safety Defects Reporting Towing ..... . 10-70 Messages ....5-28 Canadian Government .
Page 380 i-10 INDEX Service Speedometer ....5-9 Accessories and StabiliTrak Tachometer ..... 5-9 Modifications .
Page 381 INDEX i-11 Tires (cont'd) Transmission Vehicle (cont'd) Terminology and Automatic .....9-25 Identification Definitions ....10-42 Fluid, Automatic .
Page 382 i-12 INDEX Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ....10-56 Different Size ....10-54 Replacement .

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