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Buick Verano Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6042574) - 2014 - CRC - 5/28/13

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Contents1
Table of Contents7
In Brief8
Instrument Panel Overview8
Initial Drive Information10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System10
Cancelling a Remote Start11
Remote Vehicle Start11
Door Locks11
- Power Door Locks12
- Trunk Release12
Windows12
- Manual Front Seats13
- Seat Height Adjuster13
- Seat Cushion Tilt Feature13
Seat Adjustment13
- Power Driver Seat14
- Rear Seat14
- Reclining Seatbacks14
- Head Restraint Adjustment15
Heated Seats15
Safety Belts15
- Interior Mirrors16
- Mirror Adjustment16
- Exterior Mirrors16
- Passenger Sensing System16
- Steering Wheel Adjustment17
- Interior Lighting17
- Dome Lamps17
- Reading Lamps17
- Exterior Lighting18
Windshield Wiper/Washer18
Climate Controls19
- Driver Shift Control (DSC)20
- Dual Automatic Climate Control System20
Transmission20
- Vehicle Features21
- Storing a Station as a Favorite21
- Setting the Clock21
Radio(S)21
- Bluetooth ®22
- Portable Audio Devices22
- Satellite Radio22
- Siriusxm Satellite Radio Service22
- Steering Wheel Controls23
- Cruise Control23
- Lane Departure Warning24
- Driver Information Center (DIC)24
- Forward Collision Alert System24
- Infotainment System24
- Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)25
- Rear Vision Camera (RVC)25
- Ultrasonic Parking Assist25
Warning (LDW)25
Power Outlets25
Sunroof25
- Performance and Maintenance26
- Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control26
- Resetting the Oil Life System27
Tire Pressure Monitor27
Engine Oil Life System27
- Driving for Better Fuel Economy28
- Onstar ®28
- Program28
  - Keys29
  - Keys, Doors and Windows29
  - Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation31
  - Keyless Access Operation32
  - Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Driver Door32
  - Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Passenger Doors33
  - Passive Locking33
  - Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle33
  - Temporary Disable Passive Locking Feature33
  - Programming with a Recognized Transmitter34
  - Programming Without a Recognized Transmitter34
  - Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery36
  - Battery Replacement37
  - Starting the Vehicle37
  - Canceling a Remote Start38
  - Conditions in Which Remote Start will Not Work38
  - Extending Engine Run Time38
  - Keyless Access39
  - Automatic Door Locks40
  - Delayed Locking40
  - Lockout Protection41
  - Power Safety Locks41
  - Safety Locks41
  - Doors42
  - Manual Safety Locks42
  - Trunk42
  - Emergency Trunk Release Handle43
  - Arming the Alarm System44
  - Vehicle Alarm System44
  - Vehicle Security44
  - Disarming the Alarm System45
  - How to Detect a Tamper Condition45
  - Immobilizer45
  - Immobilizer Operation45
  - Convex Mirrors47
  - Power Mirrors47
  - Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror48
  - Cleaning the Mirror48
  - Folding Mirrors48
  - Heated Mirrors48
  - Express Window Operation50
  - Programming the Power Windows50
  - Rear Window Lockout50
  - Sun Visors51
  - Safety Function52
  - Sunshade52
  - Seats and Restraints53
  - Front Seats54
  - Head Restraints54
  - Rear Seats55
  - Power Seat Adjustment56
  - To Recline the Seatback57
  - To Return the Seatback to an Upright Position57
  - Heated Front Seats58
  - Remote Start Heated Seats59
  - To Raise the Seatback60
  - Questions and Answers about Safety Belts62
  - Why Safety Belts Work62
  - How to Wear Safety Belts Properly63
  - Lap-Shoulder Belt64
  - Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster65
  - Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides66
  - Safety Belt Pretensioners66
  - Safety Belt Extender68
  - Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy68
  - Safety System Check68
  - Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash69
  - Safety Belt Care69
  - Airbag System70
  - Where Are the Airbags?72
  - When Should an Airbag Inflate?73
  - How Does an Airbag Restrain?74
  - What Makes an Airbag Inflate?74
  - What will You See after an Airbag Inflates?75
  - If the on Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint78
  - If the off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Sized Occupant79
  - Additional Factors Affecting System Operation80
  - Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle81
  - Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle81
  - Airbag System Check82
  - Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash82
  - Child Restraints83
  - Older Children83
  - Infants and Young Children85
  - Child Restraint Systems87
  - Forward-Facing Child Seat87
  - Rear-Facing Infant Seat87
  - Booster Seats88
  - Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle88
  - Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint89
  - Where to Put the Restraint89
  - Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)90
  - Lower Anchors91
  - Top Tether Anchor91
  - Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations92
  - Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System93
  - Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation96
  - Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash97
  - Securing Child Restarints (Rear Seat)98
  - Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)100
  - Instrument Panel Storage103
  - Storage Compartments103
  - Cupholders104
  - Glove Box104
  - Center Console Storage105
- Adjustment107
  - Instruments and Controls107
  - Controls108
- Heated Steering Wheel109
- Horn109
- Instruments and Controls109
- Windshield Wiper/Washer109
- Wiper Parking110
- Clock111
- Compass111
  - Infotainment System111
  - Setting the 12/24 Hour Format111
- Power Outlets112
- To Set the Time112
- Ashtrays113
- Cigarette Lighter113
- Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators114
- Instrument Cluster115
- Fuel Gauge116
- Speedometer116
- Tachometer116
- Trip Odometer116
  - Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light117
  - Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge117
- Safety Belt Reminders117
- Airbag Readiness Light118
- Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light118
- Charging System Light119
  - Passenger Airbag Status Indicator119
  - Malfunction Indicator Lamp120
  - Brake System Warning Light122
  - Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs122
  - Electric Parking Brake Light123
  - Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light124
  - Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light124
- Vehicle Ahead Indicator124
- Stabilitrak ® off Light125
- Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light125
- Traction off Light125
- Engine Oil Pressure Light126
- Tire Pressure Light126
- High-Beam on Light127
- Low Fuel Warning Light127
- Security Light127
- Cruise Control Light128
- Door Ajar Light128
- Front Fog Lamp Light128
- Lamps on Reminder128
- Center (DIC)129
  - DIC Buttons129
  - DIC Operation and Displays129
- Driver Information129
- Information Displays129
  - Trip/Fuel Menu Items129
  - Average Fuel Economy130
  - Digital Speedometer130
  - Fuel Range130
  - Instantaneous Fuel Economy130
  - Navigation131
  - Remaining Oil Life131
  - Tire Pressure131
  - Vehicle Information Menu Items131
  - Battery Voltage and Charging Messages132
  - Low Battery132
- Vehicle Messages132
- Brake System Messages133
- Compass Messages133
- Door Ajar Messages133
- Engine Cooling System Messages134
- Engine Oil Messages134
- Engine Power Messages135
- Fuel System Messages135
- Key and Lock Messages135
  - Object Detection System Messages135
  - Ride Control System Messages136
- Security Messages137
- Tire Messages137
- Transmission Messages138
- Vehicle Personalization138
- Washer Fluid Messages138
- Window Messages138
  - Auto Defog139
  - Auto Fan Speed139
  - Climate and Air Quality139
  - Remote Start Auto Heat Seats139
  - Collision/Detection Systems140
  - Comfort and Convenience140
  - Exit Lighting140
  - Lighting140
  - Auto Door Unlock141
  - Delay Door Lock141
  - Open Door Anti Lock out141
  - Vehicle Locator Lights141
  - Remote Door Unlock142
  - Remote Lock Feedback142
  - Remote Lock/Unlock/Start142
  - Remote Unlock Feedback142
  - Programming the Universal Remote System143
  - To Program up to Three Devices143
  - Universal Remote System143
  - Universal Remote System Programming143
  - Learn or Smart Button144
  - Radio Signals for Canada and some Gate Operators145
  - Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons146
  - Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button146
  - Universal Remote System Operation146
  - Exterior Lamp Controls147
  - Daytime Running Lamps148
  - Flash-To-Pass148
  - Headlight High/Low-Beam Changer148
  - Automatic Headlamp System149
  - Lights on with Wipers149
  - Hazard Warning Flashers150
  - Turn and Lane-Change Signals150
  - Front Fog Lamps151
  - Instrument Panel Illumination Control151
  - Courtesy Lamps152
  - Battery Power Protection153
  - Entry Lighting153
  - Lighting Features153
  - Infotainment155
- Infotainment System156
- Navigation/Radio System156
- Theft-Deterrent Feature156
- Overview (Radio with CD)157
- Automatic Switch-Off159
- Operation159
  - Turning the System on or off159
  - Volume Control159
  - Activating a Setting160
  - Audio Settings160
  - Setting a Value160
  - Turning a Function on or off160
  - Adjusting the EQ (Equalizer)161
  - Adjusting the Fader and Balance161
  - Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, and Bass161
  - System Settings161
- AM-FM Radio162
  - Control Buttons162
  - Radio Menus162
  - Selecting a Band162
  - Category Lists163
  - Radio Settings163
  - Station Lists163
  - Updating Station & Category Lists163
  - Autostore Stations164
  - Finding a Station164
  - Seeking a Station164
  - Radio Data System (RDS)165
- Satellite Radio165
  - Selecting an Siriusxm Channel166
  - Selecting the Siriusxm Band166
  - Siriusxm Categories166
  - Storing an Siriusxm Channel as a Favorite166
  - Loading XM167
  - Retrieving Channels167
  - Siriusxm Messages167
  - Storing a Channel as a Favorite167
  - Cell Phone Usage168
  - Fm168
- Radio Reception168
- Audio Players169
- Backglass Antenna169
- CD Player169
- Multi-Band Antenna169
  - Inserting a CD170
  - Playing a CD or MP3 CD170
  - Removing a CD170
  - Selecting a CD Track170
- Auxiliary Devices171
  - Error Messages171
  - Searching for MP3 Tracks171
  - Selecting an MP3 Track171
  - Adjusting the Volume172
  - Connecting and Controlling an Ipod172
  - Shuffle172
  - USB Port172
Portable Audio Devices172
- Connecting a USB Drive173
- Connecting and Controlling Playsforsure Device (PFD) or Zune173
- Connecting and Controlling USB Drive173
- Searching for a Track173
- Bluetooth (Overview)174
  - Phone174
  - Repeat Functionality174
  - Shuffle Functionality174
  - Bluetooth Controls175
  - Infotainment System Controls175
  - Voice Recognition175
  - Audio System176
  - Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)176
- Controls)176
  - Pairing176
  - Pairing Information176
  - Deleting a Paired Phone177
  - Listing All Paired and Connected Phones177
  - Making a Call Using Phone Book177
  - Pairing a Phone177
  - Accepting or Declining a Call178
  - Call Waiting178
  - Conference Calling178
  - Making a Call178
  - Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones179
- Recognition)179
  - To Mute a Call179
  - To Start a Conference While in Current Call179
  - Using Voice Recognition179
  - Connecting to a Different Phone181
  - Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers181
  - Using the Digit Store Command181
  - Using the Store Command181
  - Listing Stored Numbers182
  - Using the Delete Command182
  - Using the Dial or Call Command182
  - Using the List Command182
  - Receiving a Call183
  - Three-Way Calling183
  - Using the Digit Dial Command183
  - Using the Re-Dial Command183
  - Transferring a Call184
  - Voice Pass-Thru184
  - Clearing the System185
  - Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call185
- Trademarks and License Agreements185
  - Climate Control Systems191
  - Air Conditioning192
  - Rear Window Defogger192
  - Automatic Operation193
  - Air Delivery Modes194
  - Manual Operation194
  - Air Vents196
  - Maintenance196
  - Passenger Compartment Air Filter196
  - Sensors196
  - Driving and Operating197
  - Distracted Driving198
  - Driving Information198
- Braking199
- Control of a Vehicle199
- Defensive Driving199
- Driving and Operating199
- Drunk Driving199
  - Curve Tips200
  - Electric Power Steering200
- Off-Road Recovery200
- Steering in Emergencies200
- Loss of Control201
- Skidding201
- Driving on Wet Roads202
- Highway Hypnosis202
  - Hydroplaning202
  - Other Rainy Weather Tips202
  - Driving on Snow or Ice203
- Hill and Mountain Roads203
- Winter Driving203
- Blizzard Conditions204
- If the Vehicle Is Stuck205
  - Rocking the Vehicle to Get It out205
  - Label Example206
  - Tire and Loading Information Label206
- Vehicle Load Limits206
  - Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit207
  - Certification Label209
  - Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)210
- New Vehicle Break-In210
- Starting and Operating210
  - Automatic Transmission211
  - Manual Transmission211
- Ignition Positions212
  - Service Only Mode212
  - Key Lock Release214
- Starting the Engine214
  - Starting Procedure (Key Access)215
  - Starting Procedure (Keyless Access)216
- Engine Heater217
  - Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running218
  - Retained Accessory Power (RAP)218
- Shifting into Park218
- Automatic Transmission Shift Lock219
- Shifting out of Park219
- Torque Lock219
- Engine Exhaust220
- Parking over Things that Burn220
- Automatic Transmission221
- Running the Vehicle While Parked221
- Manual Mode223
- Manual Transmission225
  - Antilock Brake System (ABS)226
  - Braking in Emergencies227
- Parking Brake227
  - Using ABS227
  - EPB Apply228
  - EPB Release228
  - Automatic EPB Release229
- Brake Assist229
- Hill Start Assist (HSA)229
- Ride Control Systems230
- Traction Control/Electronic230
- Turning the Systems off and on231
- Cruise Control232
  - Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control233
  - Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control233
  - Resuming a Set Speed233
  - Setting Cruise Control233
- Driver Assistance Systems234
  - Ending Cruise Control234
  - Erasing Speed Memory234
- Forward Collision Alert (FCA)234
  - Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control234
  - Collision Alert235
  - Detecting the Vehicle Ahead235
  - Cleaning the System236
  - Selecting the Alert Timing236
- Ultrasonic Parking Assist236
  - Unnecessary Alerts236
  - Turning the System on and off237
  - When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly237
- Alert (SBZA)238
- SBZA Detection Zones238
- Side Blind Zone238
- Camera (RVC)239
- Rear Vision239
  - Symbols240
  - To Turn the Symbols on or off240
  - Turning the Rear Vision Camera System on or off240
  - Guidelines241
  - Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)241
  - Rear Vision Camera Error Messages241
  - Rear Vision Camera Location242
- Lane Departure243
- Warning (LDW)243
- Prohibited Fuels245
- Recommended Fuel245
  - Use of Seasonal Fuels245
  - California Fuel Requirements246
- Fuels in Foreign Countries246
- Gasoline Specifications246
- Filling the Tank247
- Fuel Additives247
  - Filling a Portable Fuel Container248
  - Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips249
  - General Towing Information249
- Trailer Towing249
  - Backing up250
  - Following Distance250
  - Passing250
  - Towing with a Stability Control System250
  - Driving on Grades251
  - If Parking the Rig on a Hill251
  - Leaving after Parking on a Hill251
  - Parking on Hills251
  - Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing252
  - Maintenance When Trailer Towing252
  - Trailer Towing (2.0L Engine)252
  - Trailer Towing (Except 2.0L Engine)252
  - Hitches253
  - Safety Chains253
  - Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires253
- Towing Equipment253
- Conversions and Add-Ons254
- Add-On Electrical Equipment254
- Trailer Brakes254
- Vehicle Care255
- General Information256
- Accessories and Modifications257
- Vehicle Checks257
- Hood258
- To Close the Hood259
- Engine Compartment Overview260
- Engine Oil263
- Checking Engine Oil263
- Selecting the Right Engine Oil264
- When to Add Engine Oil264
- Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes265
- Viscosity Grade265
- How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid266
- How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System266
- Automatic Transmission Fluid266
- Manual Transmission Fluid267
- Hydraulic Clutch267
- How to Check Manual Transmission Fluid267
- When to Check and What to Use267
- Engine Air Cleaner/Filter268
- How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter268
- Cooling System269
- Engine Coolant270
- Checking Coolant271
- How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank272
- Engine Overheating273
- If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment274
- If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment274
- Washer Fluid275
- Adding Washer Fluid275
- Brake Fluid276
- Brake Adjustment276
- Replacing Brake System Parts276
- Checking Brake Fluid277
- Battery278
- Starter Switch Check278
- Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check279
- Ignition Transmission Lock Check279
- Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check279
- Wiper Blade Replacement280
- Headlamp Aiming281
- Bulb Replacement281
- Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps281
- Fog Lamps282
- Parking/Turn Signal Lamp282
- Trunk Deck Inboard Taillamp and Back-Up Lamp282
- License Plate Lamp284
- Replacement Bulbs284
- Windshield Wipers285
- Electrical System285
- Headlamp Wiring285
- Fuses and Circuit Breakers285
- Engine Compartment Fuse Block286
- Instrument Panel Fuse Block290
- Rear Compartment Fuse Block292
- Wheels and Tires294
- All-Season Tires295
- Winter Tires295
- Low-Profile Tires295
- DOT Tire Date of Manufacture296
- Dot296
- Tire Size296
- Tire Sidewall Labeling296
- Tire Identification Number297
- Tire Ply Material297
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading297
- Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit297
- Tire Designations298
- Aspect Ratio298
- Construction Code298
- Accessory Wewight299
- Belt299
- Air Pressure299
- Tire Terminology and Definitions299
- Intended Outboard Sidewall300
- Load Index300
- Maximum Load Rating300
- Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight300
- Tire Pressure Monitor System303
- Tire Pressure Monitor Operation304
- TPMS Malfunction Light and Message305
- TPMS Sensor Matching Process305
- Tire Inspection307
- Tire Rotation307
- When It Is Time for New Tires308
- Vehicle Storage309
- Buying New Tires309
- Different Size Tires and Wheels311
- Treadwear312
- Traction312
- Temperature312
- Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance313
- Wheel Replacement313
- Tire Chains314
- If a Tire Goes Flat314
- Used Replacement Wheels314
- Tire Changing316
- Removing the Spare Tire and Tools316
- Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire317
- Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools321
- Compact Spare Tire322
- Storing the Flat Tire and Tools322
- Storing the Compact Spare Tire and Tools322
- Jump Starting323
- Towing the Vehicle326
- Jumper Cable Removal326
- Recreational Vehicle Towing327
- Dinghy Towing328
- Dolly Towing328
- Washing the Vehicle329
- Appearance Care329
- Locks329
- Exterior Care329
- Finish Care330
- Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Molding330
- Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses, Emblems, Decals and Stripes331
- Air Intakes332
- Windshield and Wiper Blades332
- Weatherstrips332
- Tires332
- Finish Damage333
- Underbody Maintenance333
- Body Component Lubrication333
- Steering, Suspension, and Chassis Components333
- Interior Care334
- Interior Glass334
- Speaker Covers335
- Coated Moldings335
- Fabric/Carpet/Suede335
- Floor Mats337
- Cargo Cover and Convenience Net337
- Care of Safety Belts337
- Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats338
- Service and Maintenance339
- Maintenance Schedule341
- Owner Checks and Services341
- At each Fuel Stop341
- Engine Oil Change341
- Special Application Services347
- Additional Maintenance and Care347
- Belts348
- Fluids348
- Lamps348
- Shocks and Struts348
- Wiper Blades349
- Windshield349
- Wheel Alignment349
- Recommended Fluids and Lubricants350
- Maintenance Replacement Parts351
- Technical Data355
- Vehicle Identification355
- Vehicle Identification Number355
- Engine Identification355
- Vehicle Data356
- Capacities and Specifications356
- Engine Specifications357
- Engine Drive Belt Routing358
- Customer Information359
- Reporting Safety Defects370
- Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy371
- Event Data Recorders372
- Radio Frequency Identification373
- Radio Frequency Statement373
- Onstar Overview375
- Onstar Services376
- Emergency376
- Security376
- Connections377
- Route Preview377
- Cancel Route377
- Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route377
- Onstar Mobile App378
- Hands-Free Calling378
- Calling 911 Emergency378
- Retrieve My Number378
- Onstar Additional Information379
- Diagnostics379
- Transferring Service379
- Reactivation for Subsequent Owners379
- Index385
Instrument Panel Overview390
- System390
  - Lane Departure Warning390
  - Traction Control System391

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