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Buick 2014 LaCrosse User Manual

Buick 2014 LaCrosse
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Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
6043609) - 2014 - crc - 5/16/13
2014 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
eAssist Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-43
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-49
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-15
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-27
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-34
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-37
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-47
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-59
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-64
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-69
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-31

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Buick 2014 LaCrosse Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBuick
Model2014 LaCrosse
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the instrument panel and its components, including controls and displays.

Initial Drive Information

Provides an overview of important features for new drivers.

Vehicle Features

Details on various vehicle features like steering wheel controls and infotainment system.

eAssist Features

Information on efficiency-enhancing features specific to eAssist models.

Performance and Maintenance

Covers traction control, tire pressure monitoring, and engine oil life system.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Covers key types, remote keyless entry system, and door lock operations.

Doors

Information on door locks, trunk release, and vehicle security systems.

Vehicle Alarm System

Details on the anti-theft alarm system and its indicator light.

Immobilizer Operation

Explains the immobilizer operation for both key and keyless access systems.

Exterior Mirrors

Covers convex mirrors, power mirrors, folding, heated, and reverse tilt mirrors.

Interior Mirrors

Adjusting rearview mirrors and features like auto-dimming.

Windows

Information on power windows, express operation, and rear window lockout.

Sun Visors

Usage and features of the vehicle's sun visors.

Roof

Details specific to the vehicle's roof, likely sunroofs.

Sunroof

Operation of the sunroof, including express functions and anti-pinch.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Proper installation and adjustment of head restraints for occupant safety.

Front Seats

Covers seat adjustment, lumbar, memory, and heated/ventilated seat features.

Rear Seats

Information on rear seat adjustment, armrest, and folding seatbacks.

Safety Belts

Details on proper usage, care, and safety belt extenders.

Airbag System

Comprehensive guide on airbag system operation, locations, and safety.

Child Restraints

Guidance on selecting and installing child restraints for different age groups.

Storage

Storage Compartments

Details on storage locations like glove box and center console.

Additional Storage Features

Information on features like convenience nets for extra storage.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Covers steering wheel adjustment, controls, horn, and wipers.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of various warning lights, gauges, and indicator symbols.

Information Displays

Details on power flow displays, energy information, DIC, and HUD.

Vehicle Messages

List and explanation of various vehicle messages displayed on the DIC.

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Covers exterior lamp controls, flash-to-pass, DRLs, and fog lamps.

Interior Lighting

Details on instrument panel illumination, dome lamps, and reading lamps.

Lighting Features

Explains entry/exit lighting, battery load management, and power protection.

Infotainment System

Introduction

Brief overview of the infotainment system and its components.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Details on the dual automatic climate control system and its operation.

Air Vents

Instructions on how to use and adjust the vehicle's air vents.

Maintenance

Covers air intake and passenger compartment air filter maintenance.

Service

Important notes regarding servicing the refrigerant and AC system.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Covers safe driving practices like avoiding distraction and defensive driving.

Starting and Operating

Details on new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, and starting procedures.

Engine Exhaust

Information on engine exhaust and carbon monoxide risks.

Automatic Transmission

Covers automatic transmission operation and manual mode.

Drive Systems

Information on All-Wheel Drive and its performance.

Brakes

Explains ABS, parking brake, brake assist, and hill start assist.

Ride Control Systems

Details on traction control, electronic stability control, and selective ride control.

Cruise Control

Operation of cruise control and adaptive cruise control systems.

Driver Assistance Systems

Overview of systems to help avoid crashes, like FCA and LCA.

Vehicle Care

General Information

Provides guidance on vehicle service, parts, and dealer information.

Vehicle Checks

Covers owner checks for service, hood, and engine compartment overview.

Tire and Loading Information Label

Explains tire labels, load limits, and inflation pressures.

Jump Starting

Instructions for jump starting the vehicle's 12-volt battery.

Towing the Vehicle

Guidance on towing a disabled vehicle and recreational vehicle towing.

Appearance Care

Covers exterior and interior care, including washing and cleaning tips.

Wheels and Tires

Information on tire types, maintenance, and replacement.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Importance of maintenance for vehicle value and performance.

Maintenance Schedule

Owner checks and services, including normal and severe schedules.

Special Application Services

Specific services for commercial use and underbody flushing.

Additional Maintenance and Care

Explains additional services needed for optimal performance.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Lists recommended fluids, lubricants, and part numbers for the vehicle.

Maintenance Records

A log to record all scheduled service and maintenance performed.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on VIN, service parts identification label, and engine identification.

Vehicle Data

Capacities and specifications for engine cooling, oil, fuel tank, and transmission.

Engine Drive Belt Routing

Diagrams showing the routing for engine drive belts for different engines.

Customer Information

Customer Information

Details on customer satisfaction procedures and assistance.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report safety defects to government agencies and GM.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Explanation of vehicle data recording and privacy policies.

OnStar®

Information on OnStar services, features, and system requirements.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

Introduction to the OnStar system and its status light indicators.

OnStar Services

Details on Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connections, and Diagnostics services.

Navigation

Instructions for using OnStar navigation and Turn-by-Turn Navigation.

Connections

Information on OnStar Hands-Free Calling and the RemoteLink mobile app.

OnStar Additional Information

Covers warranty, languages, potential issues, and service transfer.

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