Chevrolet 2005 Epica, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...s 3 30 Audio System s 3 47 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 33 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 11 Headlamp Aiming 5 39 Bulb Replacement 5 39 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 45 Tires 5 46 Appearance Care 5 68 Vehicle Identification 5 75 Electrical System 5 76 Capacities and Specifications 5 83 Nor...

Page 2: ... is sold leave this manual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If this is done it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle Picture...

Page 3: ...ION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you do not you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Do Not Do Not do this or Do Not let this happen iii ...

Page 4: ...o warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator reference the f...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v ...

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...ld Restraint Systems 1 34 Where to Put the Restraint 1 36 Top Strap 1 37 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 39 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 39 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 42 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 42 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 44 Airbag System 1 49 Where Are the Airbags 1 52 Whe...

Page 8: ...nt could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Pull up and hold the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...at cushion Turn the rear knob to adjust the tilt of the rear portion of the seat cushion Power Seat If your vehicle has this feature the eight way power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the driver s seat This allows you to move the seat up down forward or rearward It will also move the front or rear of the seat cushion up or down and tilt the seatback forward or rearward 1 3 ...

Page 10: ... of the switch up or down Raise or lower the entire seat cushion by pushing the entire switch up or down Adjust the angle of the seatback by pushing the upper switch forward or rearward When the seat reaches the desired position release the switch Manual Lumbar To adjust the driver s front seat lumbar support use the lever located on the outboard side of the seatback Push the lever down to adjust ...

Page 11: ...e indicator in the button will light when the feature is on Press the button again to turn off the heated seat Reclining Seatbacks If your vehicle has a manual reclining seatback lever it is located on the outboard side of the seat To adjust the seatback lift the lever and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever and push rearward on the seatback to make sure it is locked Pull up o...

Page 12: ...b because it will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can not do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback...

Page 13: ... restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chances of a neck injury in a crash Pull up the head restraint in order to adjust the position upward Push in the release button on the head restraint in order to adjust the position downward 1 7 ...

Page 14: ...om the guide sleeve Replace the head restraint and reset it in the original position before driving Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Your vehicle has a split folding rear seatback with a center armrest You can fold down either side of the seatback to increase cargo space Folding the Seatback To fold down the seatback do the following 1 Make sure that the front seats are not reclined If they are the ...

Page 15: ...n needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted To return the seatback to the upright position do the following 1 Lift up the seatback and push it to its original position Ensure that the safety belts are not twisted or caught under the seat ...

Page 16: ...you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts...

Page 17: ...t crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a ...

Page 18: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 13 ...

Page 20: ...upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every airbag system ev...

Page 21: ...rious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 28 or Infan...

Page 22: ...Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 27 Make sure the release but...

Page 23: ...ong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries 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 The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt v...

Page 24: ...too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 18 ...

Page 25: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 19 ...

Page 26: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 20 ...

Page 27: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 21 ...

Page 28: ...ve move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder To move it down press the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it d...

Page 29: ... is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 16 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt e...

Page 30: ...a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap shoulder belts Here is how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pu...

Page 31: ...to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 27 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part 1 25 ...

Page 32: ...injuries 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 The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase inju...

Page 33: ...ter a Crash on page 1 64 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender It is free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the s...

Page 34: ...er belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buc...

Page 35: ...der belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that ...

Page 36: ...child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained whil...

Page 37: ...oes not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 1 31 ...

Page 38: ...hat are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of chi...

Page 39: ... so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not re...

Page 40: ... or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint 1 34 ...

Page 41: ...ces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 35 ...

Page 42: ... restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system or the LATCH system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secure...

Page 43: ...straint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap or top tether It can help restrain the c...

Page 44: ... 39 Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed CAUTION Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint to a single bracket could cause the anchor to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured if this happens To h...

Page 45: ...ition You will find the three anchors behind the rear seat on the filler panel Squeeze and pull the front part of the plastic cover upward to access the top strap anchors Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle has the LATCH system You will find anchors for the rear outside seating positions This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does n...

Page 46: ...A Lower Anchorage B Lower Anchorage C Top Tether A Lower Anchorage B Lower Anchorage 1 40 ...

Page 47: ...traints and booster cushions that can be used with the LATCH system are identified with label A CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the ...

Page 48: ...ure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 39 See Top Strap on page 1 37 if the child r...

Page 49: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 43 ...

Page 50: ...Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger airbag A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1 36 In addition your vehicle has a passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag when an infant in a rear facing infant seat or a small child in ...

Page 51: ...facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat even if the airbag is off If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat position move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint See Manual Seats on page 1 2 If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH ...

Page 52: ... forward facing move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the child restraint in this seat See Manual Seats on page 1 2 When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you turn the ignition to ON or START See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3...

Page 53: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 47 ...

Page 54: ...cle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint A thick layer of additional material suc...

Page 55: ...and right front passenger If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the driver and or the right front passenger the words AIR BAG will appear on the airbag covering on the side of the seatback closest to the door Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal airbag But these airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with...

Page 56: ...eful airbags have provided in the past Side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to inflate only in CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued moderate to severe crashes where something hits the side of your vehicle They are not designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is ...

Page 57: ...m Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 28 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 30 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tel...

Page 58: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 52 ...

Page 59: ...one the driver s side impact airbag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door If your vehicle has one the passenger s side impact airbag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door 1 53 ...

Page 60: ...to inflate and help restrain the occupants Whether your frontal airbags will or should deploy is not based on how fast your vehicle is traveling It depends largely on what you hit the direction of the impact and how quickly your vehicle slows down If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 14 mph 14 to 23 km h The threshold...

Page 61: ... any particular crash no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were For frontal airbags inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal and near frontal impacts For side impact airbags inflation is determined by the location and severity of the impact What...

Page 62: ...lement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal airbags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for vehicles with a driver s and right front passenger s side impact airbag What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates After the airbag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may n...

Page 63: ...m will not be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 7 9 Let only qualified technician...

Page 64: ...nger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger s seat The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or not Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat General Motors recommends that child ...

Page 65: ...s designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if the right front passenger seat is unoccupied the system determines that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat the system determines that a small child is present in a forward facing child restraint the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat a right front passenger takes his her weight off of...

Page 66: ...he system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger s seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front...

Page 67: ...ing may be wrong with the airbag system If this ever happens have the vehicle serviced promptly because an adult size person sitting in the right front passenger s seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 33 for more on this including important safety information 1 61 ...

Page 68: ...our Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is ...

Page 69: ...tisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system fr...

Page 70: ... may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system wasn t being used at the time of the collision If the frontal airbags inflate you will also need to replace the driver s and right front passenger s safety belt pretentioners and safety belt Be sure to do so Then the new pretensioner and safety belt will be there to help protect you in a collision After a crash you may need to replace the driver a...

Page 71: ...k In 2 17 Ignition Positions 2 17 Starting Your Engine 2 18 Engine Coolant Heater 2 19 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 20 Parking Brake 2 24 Shifting Into Park P 2 25 Shifting Out of Park P 2 26 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 27 Engine Exhaust 2 27 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 28 Mirrors 2 29 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 29 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 29 Outside Power Mirrors 2 ...

Page 72: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ...

Page 73: ...able to have a new one made easily using the tag Your vehicle may have an electronic immobilizer designed to protect your car against theft If so only keys with the correct electronic code can be used to start the vehicle Even if a key has the same profile it will not start the engine if the electronic code is incorrect If you need a new key contact your dealer who can obtain the correct key code ...

Page 74: ... undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check the distance Yo...

Page 75: ...e trunk The horn will chirp twice to indicate that the trunk is unlocked The LED light on the transmitter will flash when the buttons on the transmitter are pressed The buttons on the remote keyless entry transmitter will not operate and the theft deterrent system will not activate while the key is in the ignition See Theft Deterrent System on page 2 14 for additional information Matching Transmit...

Page 76: ...se surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter do the following 1 Remove the screw from the back of the cover and open the cover of the transmitter 2 Pull the transmitter out of the cover and carefully detach the sticker from the unit Keep the sticker clean 3 Remove the battery and replace it with the new one Make sure the positive side of the...

Page 77: ...n unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 To manually unlock the doors from the outside insert the key and turn it toward the front of the vehicle To m...

Page 78: ...er From the inside you can lock or unlock all the doors using the driver s or the front passenger s power door lock switch You can also lock or unlock all of the doors by using the manual door lock knob on the driver s door Power Door Locks With the power door locks you can unlock or lock all of the doors on your vehicle using either the driver s or front passenger s door lock switch Push down the...

Page 79: ...me thing to the other rear door lock Notice Pulling the inside door handle while the rear door security locks are engaged could damage your vehicle Do not pull the inside door handle while the rear door security locks are engaged The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside while this feature is in use Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On 1 Unlock the door from the i...

Page 80: ...k from the outside use the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter When closing the trunk close from the center to ensure it fully latches CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You cannot see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring o...

Page 81: ...s pressed Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice Using the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk may damage it Use the emergency trunk release handle only to help you open the trunk lid There is a glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle located on the underside of the trunk lid This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the...

Page 82: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 12 ...

Page 83: ... pull up and hold the switch Window Lockout The driver s power window controls also include a lockout button Press the lockout button to stop the front and rear passengers from using their window switches The driver can still operate all the windows with the lock on Press the lockout button again to return to normal window operation Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You c...

Page 84: ... as the system can be activated even if the windows are open 3 Lock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter The transmitter must be used to activate the theft deterrent system The LED light on the transmitter will flash All of the doors will lock The hazard warning lamps will flash once and the horn will chirp The theft deterrent mode will arm The security light will flash once every s...

Page 85: ...ntry transmitter Unlock the driver s or passenger s front door using the key Otherwise the alarm will automatically stop after 30 seconds The system will then lock the doors and reactivate the theft deterrent system How to Detect a Tamper Condition If the hazard lamps flash once when the lock unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed the theft deterrent system alarm was acti...

Page 86: ... indicator will continue blinking If your key is ever damaged you may not be able to start your vehicle When trying to start the vehicle if the engine does not start and the security light continues flashing the key may have a damaged transponder Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not start and the key appears to be undamaged try another key At this time you may also want...

Page 87: ... more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch you can turn the key to four different positions Notice Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand Make sure the key is all the way in If it is turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard If none of ...

Page 88: ...t go of the key The idle speed will go down as the engine gets warm Notice Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If the engine does not start within 10 seconds hold your ...

Page 89: ...ocated on the driver s side of the engine compartment behind the battery 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 Volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not...

Page 90: ... is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others cou...

Page 91: ...UTRAL N In this position your engine does not connect with the wheels To restart while you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or obje...

Page 92: ...shift lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle will not shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transaxle If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place Adaptive Shift Logic Your automatic transaxle w...

Page 93: ...urn off hold mode and return to normal automatic transaxle operation While on the HOLD indicator light on the instrument panel will light up See Hold Mode Light on page 3 39 When hold mode is activated the transaxle operates in the following ways When the transaxle is in AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D the transaxle operates in a gear range of SECOND 2 to THIRD 3 to AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D and tries to mainta...

Page 94: ...If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 36 To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down If you forget to release the parking brake prior to driving away a chime will sound to remin...

Page 95: ...le with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others cou...

Page 96: ...Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is turned to ON See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2 20 If you cannot shift out of PARK P while holding the brake pedal down try this 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition off and remove the key 3 Remove...

Page 97: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming...

Page 98: ...engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 24 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could ...

Page 99: ...ps behind you A photocell on the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside Another photocell built into the mirror face senses when headlamps are behind you At night when the glare is too high the mirror will gradually darken to reduce glare This change may take a few seconds The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when the glare is reduced To activate the automatic dimming feature ...

Page 100: ...The ignition must be turned to ON to adjust the mirrors The outside rearview mirrors can be folded flat against the side of the vehicle by pushing them toward the vehicle Outside Convex Mirror CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or...

Page 101: ... pulling the bottom of the handle upward Cupholder s The cupholders are located in the center console and in the rear seat center armrest To use the front cupholders press the right side of the lid which will cause the flip lid to automatically open towards the left side To use the rear cupholder pull down the rear seat center armrest Coinholder s Your vehicle has a coinholder A located to the lef...

Page 102: ...To open the upper compartment pull up on the left lever and lift the lid To open the lower compartment pull up on the right lever and lift the lid To close the compartments push down on the lid until it latches securely Rear Seat Armrest Your vehicle s rear seat armrest contains two cupholders and a rear console storage area To access the cupholders pull the armrest down from the rear seatback To ...

Page 103: ...ully open the sunroof push the rear part of the sunroof switch The sunroof will open automatically along with the sunroof shade until you push either the front or the rear part of the switch again To close the sunroof push the front part of the switch and hold it until the sunroof is closed The sunroof will stop if the switch is released during operation The sunroof shade needs to be closed manual...

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Page 105: ... Cigarette Lighter 3 18 Clock 3 18 Climate Controls 3 19 Climate Control System 3 19 Automatic Climate Control System 3 22 Outlet Adjustment 3 28 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 29 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 30 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 30 Speedometer and Odometer 3 32 Trip Odometer 3 32 Tachometer 3 32 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 32 Safety Belt Reminder Tone 3 33 Airbag Readiness ...

Page 106: ...e Running Lamps DRL Indicator Light 3 45 Door Ajar Light 3 45 Trunk Ajar Light Sedan 3 46 Fuel Gage 3 46 Low Fuel Warning Light 3 47 Audio System s 3 47 Radio with CD Base Level 3 48 Radio with CD MP3 3 51 Trunk Mounted CD Changer 3 58 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 61 Radio Reception 3 61 Care of Your CDs 3 61 Care of Your CD Player 3 62 Backglass Antenna 3 62 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

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Page 108: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 109: ...io System s on page 3 47 L Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray See Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter on page 3 18 M Glove Box See Glove Box on page 2 31 Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off The hazard warning flasher button is located near the center of the instrument...

Page 110: ...e left side of the steering column To tilt the steering wheel hold the wheel and pull the lever toward you Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following Turn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 3 7 Headlamp High Low B...

Page 111: ...d other drivers will not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and then check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 77 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the turn signal multifunction lever away from you When...

Page 112: ...toward LO for a longer delay or toward HI for a shorter delay The wiper speed can only be adjusted when the lever is in the INT position AUTO Automatic Wiper with Rain Sensor If equipped turn the lever to this position to operate the windshield wipers automatically The ignition must be on The rain sensor detects the amount of water on the windshield and automatically regulates the wipers The sensi...

Page 113: ...osen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Windshield Washer To wash your windshield pull the windshield wiper washer lever toward you with the ignition turned to ON CAUTION In freezing weather do not use your was...

Page 114: ...ch roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 8 When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you ...

Page 115: ...your chosen speed and stay there If you hold the lever to RES ACC longer the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the lever or apply the brake pedal So unless you want to go faster do not hold the lever at RES ACC Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get to a higher speed Move the cruise control lever to SET...

Page 116: ... Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake pedal takes you out of cruise control Many drivers f...

Page 117: ...on to turn on the parking lamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights If your parking lamps are on and you remove the ignition key and open the door they will automatically turn off to prevent the battery from being discharged OFF Turn the band to this position to turn all lamps off except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL Auto Off Headlamps Your headlamps will automatically turn off wh...

Page 118: ... on The exterior lamp band is in OFF or in the parking lamp position The parking brake is released When the DRL system is on the taillamps parking lamps and instrument panel lights will not be illuminated unless you have turned the exterior lamps control to the parking lamp or headlamp position An indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will come on when the DRL are on See Daytime Running ...

Page 119: ...he parking lamps or the low beam headlamps must be on The fog lamps will turn off while the high beam headlamps are turned on When the high beam headlamps are turned off the fog lamps will come on again Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the parking lamps are left on they will automatically turn off when your key is removed from the ignition This protects the battery from being drained Instrument ...

Page 120: ...t The OFF position will turn off the lamp completely even when a door is opened Entry Lighting When you open either a front or a rear door the door step lamps inside your vehicle will turn on The door step lamps are located on the driver s and front passenger s door trims The lamps will turn off after you close all of the doors Map Lamps The map lamps are located on the headliner To turn on a lamp...

Page 121: ...xceeds the maximum amperage rating Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power outlet Notice Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should The re...

Page 122: ...ge your vehicle Never put flammable items in the ashtray The cigarette lighter is located to the right of the front ashtray To use it turn the ignition to ACC or ON push the cigarette lighter in all the way and let go When it is ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is ...

Page 123: ...the time is between 8 30 and 8 59 the display is set to 9 00 After disconnecting the battery or replacing the fuse reset the clock Climate Controls Climate Control System Your vehicle may have a manual climate control system With this system you can control the heating cooling and ventilation for your vehicle 9 Fan Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan sp...

Page 124: ...ogging and defrosting can be found later in this section Recirculation This mode keeps outside air from coming in the vehicle It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on or off When the button is pressed an indicator light in the button will come on Us...

Page 125: ...ost from your windshield Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly Select one of these available modes from the right knob É Defog This mode directs most of the air to the windshield and the floor outlets A small amount of air is also directed to the outboard outlets for the side w...

Page 126: ... cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid Front Heated Windshield Your vehicle may have a heated front windshield which can be used to defrost it This feature will only work when the ignition is turned to ON There is a heated element along the bottom of the win...

Page 127: ...r vehicle has this feature do the following to set automatic operation AUTO Automatic Press the AUTO button for automatic control of the inside temperature the air delivery mode and the fan speed The AUTO mode indicator will appear on the display OFF Press this button to turn the system off To set the desired temperature do the following Press the AUTO button Turn the temperature control knob unti...

Page 128: ...e display to the exterior temperature E Vent This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets Bi level This mode directs about half of the air to the instrument panel outlets and then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets 5 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets If your vehicle has rear outlets some of the air will also be directed to them Be sure to keep the ar...

Page 129: ...ngs together for long periods of time may cause the air inside of your vehicle to become too dry To prevent this from happening after the air in your vehicle has cooled turn the recirculation mode off The air conditioning system removes moisture from the air so you may sometimes notice a small amount of water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine This is nor...

Page 130: ...over the solar sensor located in the center of the instrument panel near the windshield or the system will not work properly There is also a temperature sensor located beside the audio system on the driver s side of the vehicle This sensor reads the inside air temperature and helps to establish ventilation system requirements while operating in AUTO mode Do not cover the temperature sensor or the ...

Page 131: ...ly do the following 1 Select the bi level mode 2 Select the highest fan speed 3 Select A C 4 Select the temperature 1 Defrost Press the defrost button to select the defrost function Pressing this button directs the air to the windshield and the outboard outlets for the side windows To help clear the windshield quickly do the following 1 Select the defrost mode 2 Select the highest temperature 3 Se...

Page 132: ...hen the ignition is turned to ON There is a heated element along the bottom of the windshield used to heat the windshield T Rear Press this button to heat the windshield The button is located below the audio system An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the feature is activated The front windshield heater will turn off about 10 minutes after the button is pressed It can...

Page 133: ... The filter traps most of the pollen from air entering the module Like your engine s air cleaner filter it may need to be changed periodically To change the passenger compartment air filter use the following steps 1 Raise the hood 2 Unscrew and remove the three clips and the access panel 3 Remove the old passenger compartment air filter 4 Then reverse the steps to install the new air filter and re...

Page 134: ...h this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on as you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that ...

Page 135: ...Your vehicle has this instrument panel cluster which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages 3 31 ...

Page 136: ...s A and B by pressing the MODE button By pressing this button you can tell how many kilometers have been recorded on either Trip A or Trip B since you last set the odometer back to zero Press the RESET button until zeros appear to reset each trip odometer The RESET button resets only the trip odometer that is being displayed Each trip odometer must be reset individually Tachometer The tachometer d...

Page 137: ...hen you start your vehicle Then the light should go out This means the system is ready If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on or keeps flashing after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system and safety be...

Page 138: ...it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger s frontal airbag A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passe...

Page 139: ...h the airbag system If this ever happens have the vehicle serviced promptly because an adult size person sitting in the right front passenger seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 33 Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and the engine is not running as a check to show you it is worki...

Page 140: ...arking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake does not fully release If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have t...

Page 141: ...arning light is also on you do not have anti lock brakes and there is a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 36 The anti lock brake system warning light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition to ON This is normal If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Speed Sensitive Power Steering SSPS Wa...

Page 142: ...ion control the TCS will turn off and the warning light will come on If your brakes begin to overheat the TCS will turn off and the warning light will come on until the brakes cool down If the TCS warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on there may be a problem with your TCS and your vehicle needs service When the TCS warning light is on the sy...

Page 143: ...f it does not the system may require service For more information on the traction off light see Traction Control System TCS on page 4 8 Hold Mode Light If your vehicle has this feature this light will come on when the hold mode is active If the HOLD mode light flashes have your vehicle checked See Hold Mode under Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2 20 for additional information on this feature...

Page 144: ...ne coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 5 22 Tire Pressure Light If your vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitor system this light will come on if the system detects low tire pressure This light will also come...

Page 145: ...un as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or replacement tires that do not match your vehicle s original tires can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not c...

Page 146: ...your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You also may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank on page 5 8 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed...

Page 147: ...sions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the Check Engine li...

Page 148: ...out when you turn the ignition on If it does not come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away If you are idling at a stop sign the light may blink on and then off If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a moment This is normal CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catche...

Page 149: ...his light comes on whenever the high beam headlamps are on See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 7 for additional information Daytime Running Lamps DRL Indicator Light This light will illuminate when the Daytime Running Lamps DRL are activated See Daytime Running Lamps DRL on page 3 14 Door Ajar Light When the ignition is on this light will stay on until all doors are closed and completely ...

Page 150: ...ore information Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill...

Page 151: ...elephone or two way radio make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer Also check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units If sound equipment can be added it is very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operat...

Page 152: ...ation Push this knob again to stop scanning The radio will only scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select FM1 FM2 or AM 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the si...

Page 153: ... until EQ OFF appears on the display to select customized equalization settings designed for classic pop rock jazz and voice Turn the volume knob until the desired equalization setting appears on the display When finished making the selection press the SOUND button to select the equalization setting To cancel an equalization setting press the SOUND button until EQ OFF appears on the display turn t...

Page 154: ...lay see CD Messages later in this section 2 RPT Repeat Press this pushbutton to repeat the current track RPT will appear on the display Press this pushbutton again to turn off repeat play 3 INT SCAN Press this button to listen to the first few seconds of each track on each CD inserted INTRO will appear on the display To stop scanning press this button again The current track will begin to play 4 R...

Page 155: ...tly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Radio with CD MP3 Playing the Radio ON OFF Press this knob to turn the system on and off VOL Volume Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume Findin...

Page 156: ...tore Setting the Tone Bass Treble SOUND Bass Treble Press this button until BAS appears on the display Turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease the bass The display will show the bass level When finished making the selection press this button to select the bass level Press this button until TRE appears on the display Turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease the treble The display wil...

Page 157: ...tay in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner If playing a CD R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the m...

Page 158: ...p to 700 MB CD R CD The files can be recorded with the following fixed bit rates 32 kpbs 40 kpbs 56 kpbs 64 kpbs 80 kpbs 96 kpbs 112 kpbs 128 kpbs 160 kpbs 192 kpbs 224 kpbs 256 kpbs and 320 kpbs or a variable bit rate Song title artist name and album will be available when recorded using ID3 tags versions 1 and 2 The player will be able to read and play a maximum of 50 folders 50 playlists 10 ses...

Page 159: ...out folders or playlists When displaying the name of the folder the radio will display ROOT When the CD contains only playlists and compressed audio files but no folders all files will be located under the root folder The folder down and the folder up buttons will search playlists Px first and then go to the root folder When the radio displays the name of the folder the radio will display ROOT Ord...

Page 160: ...u can insert a CD with the ignition off As each new track starts to play F001 the track number and the song name will appear on the display If you turn off the ignition or radio with a CD in the player it will stay in the player When you turn on the ignition or radio the CD will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm s...

Page 161: ...ges CHECK CD If this message appears on the display and or the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again The format of...

Page 162: ... played only with specially designed trays Notice Placing heavy objects which may shift or slide while driving in the trunk could damage the CD changer If your vehicle has the optional CD changer do not put heavy objects in the trunk Slide the door open in the direction of the arrow on the CD changer To eject the magazine from the player press the eject button The magazine will automatically eject...

Page 163: ... the magazine Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left When the door is closed the changer will begin checking for CDs in the magazine This will continue for up to one and a half minutes depending on the number of CDs loaded Whenever a CD magazine with CDs is loaded in the changer and the door is closed the CD symbol will appear on the radio display If the CD changer is checking the ma...

Page 164: ...gain 4 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to listen to the tracks on the current CD in random rather than sequential order RDM will appear on the display Press this pushbutton again to turn off random play While in random you can turn the tune knob to select another track AM FM Press this button to listen to the radio when playing a CD The inactive CD s will remain safely inside the player for futur...

Page 165: ...s greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise FM FM stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound t...

Page 166: ...bjects Notice Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting with metallic film The metallic film in some tinting materials will interfere with or distort the incoming radio reception Any damage caused to your backglass antenna due to metallic tinting materials will not be covered by your warranty Because this antenna is built into your rear window there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes an...

Page 167: ...oss of Control 4 13 Driving at Night 4 15 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 16 City Driving 4 19 Freeway Driving 4 20 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 21 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 Winter Driving 4 24 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 28 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 28 Loading Your Vehicle 4 29 Towing 4 33 Towing Your Vehicle 4 33 Recreational Vehicle Towin...

Page 168: ... driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques ...

Page 169: ... drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 1 2 ounces 45 ml of liquors l...

Page 170: ... at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up I will be careful is not the right answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quick...

Page 171: ...s 66 feet 20 m That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it is pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needl...

Page 172: ... your anti lock brake system will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves or pulses a little This is normal Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here is what happens with ABS A computer senses...

Page 173: ... pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel a slight brake peda...

Page 174: ...m begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control on page 3 10 The Traction Control System operates in all transaxle shift lever positions But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you have chosen so you should use the lowe...

Page 175: ...s no longer a current need to limit wheel spin You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again The Traction Control System warning light should go off Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Speed Sensitive Power Steering SSPS If your vehicle has this...

Page 176: ...raction Control System TCS on page 4 8 What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you will want to go slower If you need to reduce your s...

Page 177: ... the object The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the...

Page 178: ...t is all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you are following a larger vehicle Also you will ...

Page 179: ...me on two lane roads Reconsider before passing the next vehicle Do not overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly Even though the brake lamps are not flashing it may be slowing down or starting to turn If you are being passed make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happe...

Page 180: ...cle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these condition...

Page 181: ...our headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your ...

Page 182: ...eatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not even aware of it Driving in...

Page 183: ...ow signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you cannot try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in...

Page 184: ... deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing w...

Page 185: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 20 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 186: ...the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mi...

Page 187: ...y to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engi...

Page 188: ... the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a...

Page 189: ... slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill Drive in the highest gear p...

Page 190: ... scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 24 ...

Page 191: ...riving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Traction control improves your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has a traction control system TCS you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions Under certain conditions you may want to t...

Page 192: ...ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to y...

Page 193: ...long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close th...

Page 194: ... the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4 28 For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 59 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift ba...

Page 195: ...AWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific tire and loading Information label is attached to the lower part of the center pillar B pillar on the driver s side of the vehicle The label shows the ...

Page 196: ...maximum load amount shown in pounds and kilograms 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the maximum load amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being l...

Page 197: ...m Load for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about your vehicle s maximum load weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s maximum load weight Example 2...

Page 198: ... axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Do not carry more than 141 lbs 64 kg in your trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and cr...

Page 199: ... evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to hav...

Page 200: ...icle manufacturer s recommendations How far will you tow Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Do you have the proper towing equipment See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is your vehicle ready to be towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you will want to make sure your vehicle is prepare...

Page 201: ... using a dolly follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Turn the ignition to ACC 3 Put the vehicle in NEUTRAL N 4 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 5 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position 6 Release the parking brake Towing a Trailer Do not use your vehicle to tow a trailer The vehicle is not designed or intended for such a use Towing a trailer can adversel...

Page 202: ... NOTES 4 36 ...

Page 203: ...ngine Air Cleaner Filter 5 17 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 5 19 Engine Coolant 5 19 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 22 Engine Overheating 5 22 Cooling System 5 24 Power Steering Fluid 5 29 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 30 Brakes 5 31 Battery 5 34 Jump Starting 5 35 Headlamp Aiming 5 39 Bulb Replacement 5 39 Halogen Bulbs 5 39 Headlamps 5 40 Front Turn Signal Lamps 5 41 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMS...

Page 204: ...r Plastic Components 5 70 Glass Surfaces 5 70 Weatherstrips 5 71 Washing Your Vehicle 5 71 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 71 Finish Care 5 71 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 72 Aluminum Wheels 5 72 Tires 5 73 Sheet Metal Damage 5 73 Finish Damage 5 73 Underbody Maintenance 5 73 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 74 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 74 Vehicle Identification 5 75 Vehicle Identification Nu...

Page 205: ...want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems including some inside the vehicle many fluids and some component wear by products contai...

Page 206: ... 62 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Part E Maintenance Record on page 6 27 CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you att...

Page 207: ...f your vehicle Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal This does not indicate a...

Page 208: ... meet California Emission Standards it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications See the underhood emission control label If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may ...

Page 209: ...tice Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl ...

Page 210: ... refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel To open the fuel filler door pull up on the release lever located on the floor on the outboard side o...

Page 211: ...badly burned Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle...

Page 212: ...not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 41 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damage...

Page 213: ...d plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release lever under the front center of the hood 3 P...

Page 214: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Page 215: ...e Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 13 F Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 31 G Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 H Battery See Battery on page 5 34 I Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5 79 Engine Oil If the oil pressure light appears on the instrument cluster it means you need to check your engine oil...

Page 216: ...keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the lower hole at the tip of the dipstick B then you will need to add at least one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This section explains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 83 Notice Do not add too much oil If your engine has so mu...

Page 217: ...arburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and show...

Page 218: ... vehicle then you need to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever occurs first If none of them is true use the long trip highway maintenance schedule Change oil and filter every 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions will cause engine oil to break down slower What to Do with...

Page 219: ...ion of the engine air cleaner filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspect the engine air cleaner filter every 15 000 miles 25 000 km and replace every 30 000 miles 50 000 km If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change 5 17 ...

Page 220: ...ose the latches See Using Your Maintenance Schedule on page 6 4 for replacement intervals CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flame if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine...

Page 221: ...any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing Notice Use of automatic transaxle fluid labeled other than ESSO LT71141 or TOTAL ATF H50235 may damage your vehicle and the damages may not be covered by your warranty Always use ESSO LT71141 or TOTAL ATF H50235 labeled automatic transaxle fluid Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when...

Page 222: ... coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and the proper coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your wa...

Page 223: ...level should be between the MAX A and MIN B marks on the coolant surge tank The level rises at engine operation temperature and drops again when the engine cools down Adding Coolant If the level falls below the MIN B mark add the proper coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool If the surge tank is empty a special fill procedure is necessary See Cooling System on page 5 24...

Page 224: ...dly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overhea...

Page 225: ...o PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning does not come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues and you have not stopped pull over stop and park your vehicle right a...

Page 226: ...ools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface Make sure that the air conditioning is turned off The coolant level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the coolant surge tank when the engine is cool If it is not you may have a leak at the pressure cap...

Page 227: ...ice Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank Notice This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged If you have not found a problem yet check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank If coolant is vis...

Page 228: ... turn the pressure cap CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could cat...

Page 229: ...e coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about two or two and one half turns If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and rem...

Page 230: ...AX mark for at least five minutes 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower than the MAX mark add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches ...

Page 231: ...usual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering fluid do the following 1 Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap 4 Add power steering fluid to the appropriate level 5 Replace the cap and completel...

Page 232: ...cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system A...

Page 233: ...or later your brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much...

Page 234: ... work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake...

Page 235: ...rake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Brake linings...

Page 236: ...in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals ...

Page 237: ... systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the park...

Page 238: ...ep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amo...

Page 239: ...ttery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the nex...

Page 240: ...l B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the goo...

Page 241: ...eam headlamps at you for vertical aim If you believe your headlamps need to be re aimed we recommend that you take your vehicle to your dealer for service Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 44 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can b...

Page 242: ...mbly 3 Pull out the headlamp assembly 4 Release the two wire bars that retain the headlamp cap by pushing them outward 5 Remove the headlamp cap 6 Disconnect the two wiring harness connectors located on each side of the headlamp assembly 7 Remove the old bulb To remove the high beam headlamp bulb release the spring that retains the bulb To remove the low beam headlamp bulb turn the bulb counterclo...

Page 243: ...the bulb and replace the headlamp cap 10 Reverse Steps 1 through 6 to reinstall the headlamp assembly Front Turn Signal Lamps To replace a front turn signal lamp A bulb do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Reach behind the headlamp assembly to locate the front turn signal bulb socket 3 Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the bulb socket 5 4...

Page 244: ... by pressing it in and turning it clockwise 7 Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL To replace a CHMSL bulb do the following 1 From inside the vehicle locate the center high mounted stoplamp CHMSL housing on the underside of the rear window shelf 2 Pry off the lamp housing with a flat tool 3 Remove the bulb socket 4 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of ...

Page 245: ...arking Lamps To replace a parking lamp bulb do the following 1 Reach in the underside of the front bumper and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise 2 Pull the bulb socket out of the front bumper 3 Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket 4 Install the new bulb 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to install the bulb socket 5 43 ...

Page 246: ...he socket by pressing the bulb and turning it counterclockwise 5 Install the appropriate bulb into the socket 6 Replace the bulb socket into the lamp housing Twist the bulb socket clockwise to secure 7 Close the trim cover Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back Up 94535571 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 94535587 Front Parking Turn Signal 94535574 Headlamp High beam 94535541 Low beam ...

Page 247: ...wner Checks and Services on page 6 19 for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways Here is how to remove the Shepherd s Hook type 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Press the retaining clip A and pull the wiper blade off the arm 3 Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2 5 45 ...

Page 248: ...too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 52 Overinflated tires are...

Page 249: ...rs following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread E Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturer...

Page 250: ...the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 67 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be infl...

Page 251: ...gonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description These characters represent the load range and the speed rating of a tire The load range represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to carry The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Speed ratings range fr...

Page 252: ... Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle KiloPascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure Lig...

Page 253: ... Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 55 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire info...

Page 254: ...A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar below the driver s door latch This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carryi...

Page 255: ...d Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem Press the tire gage firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label no further adjustment is necessary If the inflation pressure is lo...

Page 256: ...ion After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the tire and loading information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 for an example of the tire and loading information label and where it is located on your vehicle Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 83 CAUT...

Page 257: ...tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location o...

Page 258: ...e vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels It s all right to drive with your compact spare temporarily it was developed for use on your vehicle See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 67 CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges cou...

Page 259: ...e is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 11 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to ...

Page 260: ...ldup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling to one side or the other the a...

Page 261: ...cle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 61 for more information Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how far it s been driven It could fail suddenly and cause a crash If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chai...

Page 262: ...may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous withou...

Page 263: ...rake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side at the oppos...

Page 264: ...ation 2 Lift and remove the trim cover 3 Turn the retainer on the spare tire counterclockwise and remove the retainer 4 Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 67 for more information 5 Remove the jack the jack handle and the wheel wrench Your vehicle s jack is stored in a foam tray in the left side of the trunk The tools are stored in a bag in the trunk near the spare tire ...

Page 265: ... flat end of the jack handle or the screwdriver Pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off 3 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet 4 Locate the notch in the frame near each wheel which the jack head fits in 5 Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire 6 Put the compact s...

Page 266: ...your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 8 Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneath...

Page 267: ...his but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off 11 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 12 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 13 Install the whe...

Page 268: ... somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 83 for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specifica...

Page 269: ...rly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 50 mph 80 km h so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it is best to replace your spare with a full size tir...

Page 270: ...azardous some more than others and they can all damage the vehicle too Do not use any of these products unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage the vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth GM approved cleaning products ...

Page 271: ...r onto a clean soft white cloth Do not apply spray directly to the fabric 4 Start cleaning from the seams into the stain to avoid a ring effect 5 Continue cleaning using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled 6 When the stain is removed blot the cleaned area with another dry clean soft white cloth 7 If the cleaner leaves a ring effect follow up with the club soda water instructions ...

Page 272: ...finish it can harm the leather Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial ...

Page 273: ...d not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your...

Page 274: ...the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Aluminum Wheels Notice If you use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chro...

Page 275: ...es anti corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense Minor chips and scratches ...

Page 276: ...Care Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the following products Description Usage Polishing Cloth Wax Treated Interior and exterior polishing cloth Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar road oil and asphalt Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome or stainless steel White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vi...

Page 277: ...nyl leather and carpet See your General Motors parts department for these products Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is the legal identifier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification a...

Page 278: ...Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 62 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses one for each headlamp in the fuse block An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an...

Page 279: ... feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle the instrument panel fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block There is a fuse puller located on the engine compartment fuse block It can be used to easily remove fuses from the fuse...

Page 280: ...UTO A C BCM Automatic Temperature Control A C Compressor Relay Body Control Module BCM HVAC EPS Manual Air Conditioning Electronic Power Steering EPS Option AIRBAG Sensing and Diagnostic Module SDM Option ABS Anti lock Brake System Option TCM BTSI Transmission Control Module TCM Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock BTSI BCM ABS Body Control Module BCM Antilock Brake Sy...

Page 281: ... RADIO CRUISE Radio Battery Positive Voltage Cruise HTD SEAT Heating Mat Accessory Power Outlet AUTO A C CLSTR Automatic Temperature Control Cluster DLC Data Link Connector DLC Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the vehicle near the battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location To access the fus...

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Page 283: ...ight Parking Lamp FRT DEFOG Front Defogger ILLUM LT Left Parking Lamp HVAC BLWR Blower Motor IGN 2 Ignition Key ON START FOG DIODE Fog Lamp Relay HORN Horn Fuses Usage PWR MIR Power Mirror DRL Daytime Running Lamps ENG 2 Injector Variable Induction System VIS Electronic Exhaust Gas Recirculation EEGR Canister Purge Solenoid ENG 1 Oxygen Sensor Generator Engine Control Module ECM COOL FAN LOW Elect...

Page 284: ...ng Compressor HEAD LAMP Headlamp COOL FAN CNTRL Electric Cooling Fan Control FRT FOG Front Fog Lamp HORN Horn Relays Usage ILLUM LAMPS Taillamp FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump COOL FAN LOW Electric Cooling Fan Low Speed PWR WNDW Power Window ENG MAIN Engine Control Module ECM Ignition Coil 5 82 ...

Page 285: ...nt R134a 1 6 lbs 0 73 kg Cooling System 8 7 quarts 8 2 L Engine Oil with Filter 6 8 quarts 6 4 L Fuel Tank 16 6 gallons 63 0 L Transaxle Automatic 7 8 quarts 7 4 L Wheel Nut Torque 81 ft lb 110 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Pl...

Page 286: ...e obtained from your dealer Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 96332566 Engine Oil Filter 96389188 Fuel Filter 96335719 A C Filter 96296618 Spark Plugs 96417176 Windshield Wiper Blade Hook Type Driver s Side Passenger s Side 96342895 96220735 5 84 ...

Page 287: ...ce 6 14 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 19 At Each Fuel Fill 6 19 At Least Once a Month 6 19 At Least Twice a Year 6 20 At Least Once a Year 6 20 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 23 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 23 Exhaust System Inspection 6 23 Fuel System Inspection 6 23 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 23 Throttle System Inspection 6 24 Brake ...

Page 288: ...e necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid le...

Page 289: ...u have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you want to purchase service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your ...

Page 290: ...owing and note how you drive If you have questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them When you go to your dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use a...

Page 291: ...hese conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Drive Belts Inspection Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filte...

Page 292: ... months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Drive Belts Inspection Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Filter Replacement Cooling System Service EVAP System Service PCV System Service Brake Fluid Change or 24 months whichever occurs first Every 50 000 ...

Page 293: ...tervals and the maintenance be recorded A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection on page 6 24 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire I...

Page 294: ...l and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 24 000 Miles 40 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months ...

Page 295: ...Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 39 000 Miles 65 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 42 000 Miles 70 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page...

Page 296: ...ntrol Service 54 000 Miles 90 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 57 000 Miles 95 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 60 000 Miles 100 ...

Page 297: ...re Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 69 000 Miles 115 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 72 000 Miles 120 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on...

Page 298: ... first An Emission Control Service Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for more information An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional info...

Page 299: ...9 000 Miles 165 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Change automatic transaxle fluid if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or m...

Page 300: ...2 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace passenger compartment air filter If...

Page 301: ...ssure cap An Emission Control Service Inspect EVAP canister vapor lines and solenoid valve filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect PCV system An Emission Control Service See footnote Change brake fluid or every 24 months whichever occurs first 37 500 Miles 62 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See T...

Page 302: ...er compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for more information An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Replace fuel filter An Emissi...

Page 303: ...roper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for ...

Page 304: ...00 000 Miles 166 000 km Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Change automatic transaxle fluid if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these...

Page 305: ...ll Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 19 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank...

Page 306: ...tion Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 25 Automatic Transaxle Inspection It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason ...

Page 307: ...n any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2 24 if ...

Page 308: ...egular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check th...

Page 309: ...ing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could le...

Page 310: ...ccelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in...

Page 311: ...t No U S 12378560 in Canada 993089 and conforming to GM Specification 1825M or recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M See Engine Coolant on page 5 19 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Power Steering System DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Look for Appr...

Page 312: ... GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No U S 12345579 in Canada 992887 6 26 ...

Page 313: ...odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 27 ...

Page 314: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 28 ...

Page 315: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 29 ...

Page 316: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 30 ...

Page 317: ...gram 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 10 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistance and ...

Page 318: ...ustomer Communication Centre by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of t...

Page 319: ...A 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs Specific vehicle informati...

Page 320: ...ited States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313...

Page 321: ...hone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the...

Page 322: ... of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number Mileage Vehicle Identification Number VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we are only a phone call away Chevrolet Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 23...

Page 323: ... it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience ...

Page 324: ...verage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating GM dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your GM dea...

Page 325: ...erformance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes these on board systems do not record sounds such as conversation of vehicle occupants To read this information special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data is required GM will not access information about a crash event...

Page 326: ...ashington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottaw...

Page 327: ...wledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle In Canada information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1 800 GM DRIVE 1 800 463 7483 Owner s Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provi...

Page 328: ...6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to...

Page 329: ...nti Lock Brake System ABS 4 6 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 37 Appearance Care 5 68 Aluminum Wheels 5 72 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 74 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 71 Appearance Care cont Fabric Carpet 5 68 Finish Care 5 71 Finish Damage 5 73 Glass Surfaces 5 70 Instrument Panel 5 70 Interior Plastic Components 5 70 Leather 5 70 Sheet Metal Damage 5 73 Tires 5 73 Underbody Maintenance ...

Page 330: ...Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 44 Buying New Tires 5 56 C California Fuel 5 6 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 83 Carbon Monoxide 2 10 2 27 4 24 4 35 Care of Your CD Player 3 62 Your CDs 3 61 CD Changer Trunk Mounted 3 58 Center Console Storage Area 2 32 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 42 Chains Tire 5 59 Charging System Light 3 35 Check Engine Light 3 41 Checking...

Page 331: ...lter Passenger Compartment 3 29 Automatic 3 22 Outlet Adjustment 3 28 Clock 3 18 Coinholder s 2 31 Compact Spare Tire 5 67 Control of a Vehicle 4 5 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 40 Heater Engine 2 19 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 22 Cooling System 5 24 Cruise Control Lever 3 10 Cruise Control Light 3 45 Cupholder s 2 31 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Customer Assistanc...

Page 332: ...our Vehicle to Get it Out 4 28 Winter 4 24 E Electrical System Add On Equipment 5 76 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 79 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 77 Headlamp Wiring 5 76 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 77 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 76 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 76 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 17 Battery 5 34 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 3 41 Coolant 5 19 Coolant Heater 2 19 Coola...

Page 333: ...ing Light 3 47 System Inspection 6 23 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 79 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 77 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 77 Windshield Wiper 5 76 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature 3 40 Fuel 3 46 Speedometer 3 32 Tachometer 3 32 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Specifications 5 6 Glove Box 2 31 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 5 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 5 Head Restraints 1 7 Headlamp A...

Page 334: ...re 5 52 Inspection Brake System 6 24 Engine Cooling System 6 23 Exhaust System 6 23 Fuel System 6 23 Part C Periodic Maintenance 6 23 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal 6 23 Throttle System 6 24 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel cont Brightness 3 15 Cluster 3 30 Overview 3 4 J Jump Starting 5 35 K Keyless Entry System 2 4 Keys 2 2 L Labelling Tire Sidewall 5 47 Lamps Dome 3 16 ...

Page 335: ...ut Protection 2 10 Locks Central Door Unlocking System 2 8 Door 2 7 Locks cont Lockout Protection 2 10 Power Door 2 8 Rear Door Security Locks 2 9 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 6 14 Loss of Control 4 13 Low Fuel Warning Light 3 47 Lumbar Manual Controls 1 4 M Maintenance Normal Replacement Parts 5 84 Maintenance Schedule At Each Fuel Fill 6 19 At Least Once a Month 6 19 At Least Once a Y...

Page 336: ...ex Mirror 2 30 Outside Heated Mirrors 2 31 Outside Power Mirrors 2 30 MyGMLink com 7 3 N New Vehicle Break In 2 17 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 5 84 O Odometer 3 32 Odometer Trip 3 32 Off Road Recovery 4 11 Oil Engine 5 13 Pressure Light 3 44 Older Children Restraints 1 28 Online Owner Center 7 3 Other Warning Devices 3 5 Outlet Adjustment 3 28 Outside Convex Mirror 2 30 Heated Mirrors 2 3...

Page 337: ...Passengers Safety Belts 1 24 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming 2 29 Rearview Mirrors 2 29 Reclining Seatbacks 1 5 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 34 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 5 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 63 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 62 Replacement Bulbs 5 44 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 10 General M...

Page 338: ...ight Front Seat Position 1 44 Selecting the Right Schedule Maintenance 6 5 Service 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 5 Doing Your Own Work 5 4 Engine Soon Light 3 41 Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 62 Sheet Metal Damage 5 73 Shifting Into Park P 2 25 Shifting Out of Park P 2 26 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 6 7 Shoulder Be...

Page 339: ... Changing a Flat Tire 5 61 Tires cont Cleaning 5 73 Compact Spare Tire 5 67 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 60 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 52 Inspection and Rotation 5 54 Installing the Spare Tire 5 63 Removing the Flat Tire 5 63 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 62 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5 67 Tire Sidewall Labelling 5 47 Tire Terminology and Definitions 5 49 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 5...

Page 340: ...entification Number VIN 5 75 Service Parts Identification Label 5 76 Ventilation Adjustment 3 28 Visors 2 13 W Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 30 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers 3 5 Other Warning Devices 3 5 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 58 Replacement 5 58 Where to Put the Restraint 1 36 Windows 2 12 Power 2 13 Windshield Wiper Blades Cleaning...