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

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

11-14 Service and Maintenance

Maintenance Records

After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the

type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.

Date

Odometer

Reading

Serviced By Services Performed

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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