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Lower
Anchor
and
Top
Tether
Anchor
Locations
i
(Top
Tether
Anchor):
Seating
positions
with
top
tether
anchors.
j
(Lower
Anchor):
Seating
positions
with
two
lower
anchors.
To
assist
you
in
locating
the
lower
anchors,
each
seating
position
with
lower
anchors
has
two
labels,
near
the
crease
between
the
seatback
and
the
seat
cushion.
Rear
Seat
1-42
45
47
Table of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
5
Default Chapter
2
Canadian Owners
2
Using this Manual
3
Vehicle Symbols
4
Seats and Restraint Systems
5
Table of Contents
5
Front Seats
6
Power Seats
6
Power Lumbar
7
Heated Seats
7
Reclining Seatbacks
8
Head Restraints
10
Center Seat
11
Split Folding Rear Seat
12
Why Safety Belts Work
14
Safety Belts
18
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
18
Lap-Shoulder Belt
26
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
31
Lap Belt
32
Child Restraints
33
Safety Belt Extender
33
Older Children
33
Top Tether Anchor
45
Rear Seats
46
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
48
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
51
Securing a Child Restraint in a
51
Rear Seat Position
51
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position
53
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
54
Airbag System
57
Where Are the Airbags
60
When Should an Airbag Inflate
62
What Makes an Airbag Inflate
63
How Does an Airbag Restrain
63
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates
64
Passenger Sensing System
65
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
70
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
70
Restraint System Check
72
Checking the Restraint Systems
72
Replacing Restraint System Parts
73
After a Crash
73
Section 2 Features and Controls
75
Features and Controls
75
Keys
77
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
78
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
79
Battery Replacement
80
Remote Vehicle Start
81
Remote Start Ready
83
Doors and Locks
84
Door Locks
84
Power Door Locks
85
Delayed Locking
85
Automatic Door Lock
86
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock
86
Rear Door Security Locks
86
Lockout Protection
87
Trunk
88
Opening the Trunk
88
Remote Trunk Release
88
Emergency Trunk Release Handle
89
Windows
90
Power Windows
91
Sun Visors
92
Theft-Deterrent Systems
92
Content Theft-Deterrent
93
Disarming with Your Key
94
PASS-Key ® III
95
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
96
New Vehicle Break-In
96
Ignition Positions
97
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
98
Starting Procedure
98
Starting the Engine
98
Engine Coolant Heater
99
Active Fuel Management
100
Automatic Transmission Operation
101
Parking Brake
104
Shifting into PARK (P)
105
Shifting out of PARK (P)
106
Parking over Things that Burn
107
Engine Exhaust
108
Running the Vehicle While Parked
108
Mirrors
109
Manual Rearview Mirror
109
Manual Rearview Mirror with Onstar
110
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
110
Onstar
110
Outside Power Mirrors
111
Outside Power Heated Mirrors
112
Outside Convex Mirror
112
Object Detection Systems
112
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)
112
How the System Works
113
Onstar System
115
Onstar Virtual Advisor
116
Onstar Steering Wheel Controls
117
How Onstar Service Works
117
Universal Home Remote System
118
Universal Home Remote System Operation
118
Programming the Universal Home Remote System
120
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming
122
Storage Areas
123
Glove Box
123
Cupholder(S)
123
Center Console Storage
124
Convenience Net
124
Sunroof
125
Section 3 Instrument Panel
127
Instrument Panel Overview
130
Hazard Warning Flashers
132
Other Warning Devices
132
Horn
132
Tilt Wheel
132
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
133
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
134
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
134
Flash-To-Pass
134
Windshield Wipers
135
Windshield Washer
135
Cruise Control
136
Exterior Lamps
138
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)/Automatic Headlamp System
140
Fog Lamps
141
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
141
Interior Lamps
141
Instrument Panel Brightness
142
Courtesy Lamps
142
Entry Lighting
142
Delayed Entry Lighting
142
Theater Dimming
142
Delayed Exit Lighting
143
Perimeter Lighting
143
Overhead Console Reading Lamps
143
Rear Assist Handle Reading Lamps
143
Electric Power Management
144
Battery Run-Down Protection
145
Accessory Power Outlet(S)
145
Ashtray(S) and Cigarette Lighter
146
Climate Controls
146
Climate Control System
146
Defogging and Defrosting
148
Rear Window Defogger
149
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
150
Manual Operation
151
Outlet Adjustment
154
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
154
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
156
Instrument Panel Cluster
157
Speedometer and Odometer
158
Tachometer
158
Safety Belt Reminders
158
Safety Belt Reminder Light
158
Airbag Readiness Light
159
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
160
Charging System Light
162
Brake System Warning Light
162
Antilock Brake System Warning Light
163
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light
164
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light
164
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
165
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
165
Low Coolant Warning Light
166
Tire Pressure Light
166
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
167
If the Light Is Flashing
168
If the Light Is on Steady
168
Oil Pressure Light
169
Maintenance Schedule
170
Change Engine Oil Light
170
Security Light
170
Cruise Control Light
171
Reduced Engine Power Light
171
Highbeam on Light
171
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
172
Door Ajar Light
172
Trunk Ajar Light
172
Service Vehicle Soon Light
172
Fuel Gage
173
Low Fuel Warning Light
173
Check Gas Cap Light
173
Driver Information Center (DIC)
174
DIC Operation and Displays
174
Average Fuel Economy
177
Maintenance Schedule
178
DIC Compass (Uplevel Only)
179
DIC Warnings and Messages
181
Battery Saver Active
182
Check Gas Cap
184
Check Tire Pressure
184
Delayed Locking
185
Engine Coolant Hot
186
Hood Ajar
187
Key in Ignition
188
Low Fuel
189
Low Washer Fluid
190
Parking Brake on
190
Reduced Engine Power
191
Service Brake System
194
Service Tire Monitor System
195
Service Theft System
195
Service Vehicle Soon
196
Stability Control off
197
Turn Signal on
198
Trunk Ajar
198
DIC Vehicle Personalization
199
Remote Start
203
Audio System(S)
206
Setting the Clock
207
Playing the Radio
208
Finding a Station
209
Setting Preset Stations
210
Radio Messages
211
Care of Your Cds
212
Playing a CD
212
Care of Your CD Player
213
Using an Mp
218
XM Radio Messages
221
Theft-Deterrent Feature
221
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
222
Radio Reception
223
Backglass Antenna
224
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
225
Chime Level Adjustment
225
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
227
Driving Your Vehicle
227
Defensive Driving
228
Drunk Driving
228
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
228
Control of a Vehicle
229
Braking
230
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
231
Braking in Emergencies
231
Traction Control System (TCS)
232
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
233
Stabilitrak System
234
Steering
234
Steering Tips
235
Steering in Emergencies
236
Off-Road Recovery
237
Passing
237
Loss of Control
238
Driving at Night
239
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
239
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
240
Highway Hypnosis
240
Hill and Mountain Roads
241
Winter Driving
242
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard
244
If Your Vehicle Is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow
246
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
246
Loading Your Vehicle
247
Recreational Vehicle Towing
252
Dinghy Towing
253
Towing
252
Towing Your Vehicle
252
Towing a Trailer
254
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
255
Weight of the Trailer
255
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
256
Trailer Brakes
257
Safety Chains
257
Driving with a Trailer
258
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
259
Parking on Hills
259
Driving on Grades
259
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
260
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
260
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
261
Service and Appearance Care
261
Service
263
Accessories and Modifications
263
California Proposition 65 Warning
264
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
264
Doing Your Own Service Work
264
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
265
Fuel
265
Gasoline Octane
265
Gasoline Specifications
266
California Fuel
266
Additives
266
Fuels in Foreign Countries
267
Filling the Tank
268
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
270
Checking Things under the Hood
270
Hood Release
271
Engine Compartment Overview
272
Engine Oil
278
Checking Engine Oil
278
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
280
Engine Oil Additives
281
Engine Oil Life System
281
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
282
What to Do with Used Oil
282
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
283
Automatic Transmission Fluid
285
Checking the Fluid Level
286
Engine Coolant
287
What to Use
288
Checking Coolant
288
Adding Coolant
289
Radiator Pressure Cap
289
Pressure Cap
290
Engine Overheating
290
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
291
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
292
Cooling System
292
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
298
L V6 Engine
298
Power Steering Fluid
302
Windshield Washer Fluid
303
Adding Washer Fluid
303
Brakes
304
Brake Fluid
304
Brake Adjustment
306
Battery
307
Replacing Brake System Parts
307
Vehicle Storage
308
Jump Starting
308
Headlamp Aiming
315
Bulb Replacement
318
Halogen Bulbs
318
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps
318
License Plate Lamp
320
Replacement Bulbs
320
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
321
Windshield Replacement
321
Tires
322
Tire Sidewall Labeling
323
Tire Terminology and Definitions
327
Inflation - Tire Pressure
330
How to Check
331
Tire Pressure Monitor System
331
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
333
Tpms Malfunction Light and Message
334
Tpms Sensor Matching Process
335
Tire Inspection and Rotation
336
When It Is Time for New Tires
338
Buying New Tires
339
Different Size Tires and Wheels
340
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
341
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
342
Wheel Replacement
342
Used Replacement Wheels
343
Tire Chains
344
If a Tire Goes Flat
345
Changing a Flat Tire
346
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
347
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
348
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
354
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
356
Appearance Care
358
Compact Spare Tire
358
Interior Cleaning
358
Fabric/Carpet
360
Leather
360
Care of Safety Belts
361
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
361
Weatherstrips
361
Washing Your Vehicle
362
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
362
Finish Care
362
Windshield and Wiper Blades
363
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim
364
Tires
364
Sheet Metal Damage
365
Finish Damage
365
Underbody Maintenance
365
Chemical Paint Spotting
365
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
366
Vehicle Identification
367
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
367
Service Parts Identification Label
367
Electrical System
368
Add-On Electrical Equipment
368
Headlamp Wiring
368
Windshield Wiper Fuses
368
Power Windows and Other Power Options
368
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
369
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
369
Underhood Fuse Block
370
Capacities and Specifications
374
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
377
Maintenance Requirements
378
Maintenance Schedule
378
Using the Maintenance Schedule
378
Your Vehicle and the Environment
378
Scheduled Maintenance
380
Additional Required Services
382
Maintenance Footnotes
383
Owner Checks and Services
384
At each Fuel Fill
385
At Least Once a Month
385
At Least Once a Year
386
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
387
Underbody Flushing Service
387
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
388
Maintenance Replacement Parts
389
Engine Drive Belt Routing
390
Maintenance Record
392
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information
395
Customer Assistance Information
395
Customer Assistance and Information
396
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
396
Online Owner Center
398
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
399
Customer Assistance Offices
399
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
400
Roadside Assistance Program
400
Calling for Assistance
402
Scheduling Service Appointments
402
Courtesy Transportation
403
Collision Damage Repair
404
Insuring Your Vehicle
405
Repair Facility
405
If a Crash Occurs
406
Reporting Safety Defects
407
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
407
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
408
Service Manuals
408
Owner Information
408
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
408
Service Publications Ordering Information
408
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
409
Event Data Recorders
410
Onstar
411
Navigation System
411
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
411
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Brand
Buick
Model
2008 Allure
Category
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Language
English
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