Buick LaCrosse User Manual

Black plate (1,1)
Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - 2012
2012 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
eAssist Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-43
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-49
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-28
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-47
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-57
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-80
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-17
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-31
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-38
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-42
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-44
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-57
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-63
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-33
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-47

Buick LaCrosse Specifications

General

Brand	Buick
Model	LaCrosse
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the vehicle's dashboard and its layout.

Initial Drive Information

Basic information for starting and operating the vehicle for the first time.

Vehicle Features

eAssist Features

Performance and Maintenance

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Information on vehicle keys, remote keyless entry, and locking mechanisms.

Doors

Vehicle Security

Information about the anti-theft alarm system and immobilizer features.

Windows

Details on power windows, express operation, and lockout features.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Guidance on adjusting head restraints for proper seating and safety.

Front Seats

Instructions for adjusting manual and power front seats, including lumbar and memory features.

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Comprehensive guide on safety belt usage, proper wear, and child restraint compatibility.

Airbag System

Details on airbag locations, inflation, operation, and servicing for safety.

Child Restraints

Guidance on selecting and securing child restraints for older children and infants.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Explanation of controls for steering wheel adjustment, audio, and wipers.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Guide to understanding dashboard warning lights, gauges, and indicators.

Information Displays

Vehicle Messages

Explanation of various messages displayed by the vehicle's system.

Infotainment System

Infotainment

Introduction to the vehicle's audio system features and operation.

Theft-Deterrent Feature

Overview (Radio with CD)

Detailed overview of the radio and CD player controls and functions.

Overview (Radio with CD/DVD and MEM)

Overview (Radio with CD and Touchscreen)

Operation

Instructions on how to operate the infotainment system using buttons and controls.

Radio

Details on AM-FM radio functions, including station selection and favorites.

Audio Players

Information on CD and MP3 playback, including disc loading and error messages.

Phone

Guidance on Bluetooth connectivity and voice recognition for phone calls.

Bluetooth

Instructions for pairing, connecting, and using Bluetooth-enabled phones with the system.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Overview of automatic and dual automatic climate control systems.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Tips on defensive driving, avoiding distractions, and understanding road conditions.

Starting and Operating

Procedures for new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, and engine starting.

Drive Systems

Details on drive systems like All-Wheel Drive (AWD) and their operation.

Ride Control Systems

Information on Traction Control System (TCS) and StabiliTrak® system.

Cruise Control

Object Detection Systems

Fuel

Vehicle Care

Vehicle Checks

Engine Compartment Overview

Engine Oil

Guidance on selecting, checking, and changing engine oil for optimal performance.

Engine Oil Life System

Information on the system that indicates when to change engine oil and how to reset it.

Automatic Transmission Fluid

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

Cooling System

Engine Coolant

Engine Overheating Protection

Description of the emergency operating mode to protect the engine from damage.

Power Steering Fluid

Brakes

Explanation of brake system components, wear indicators, and pedal travel.

Brake Fluid

Battery

Electrical System

Fuses and Circuit Breakers

Engine Compartment Fuse Block

Instrument Panel Fuse Block

Rear Compartment Fuse Block

Wheels and Tires

Comprehensive guide to wheels, tires, inspection, and replacement.

Tires

Information on tire quality, inspection, rotation, and replacement guidelines.

Tire Pressure

Importance of correct tire inflation pressure and how to check it.

Tire Pressure Monitor System

How the TPMS works, its indicators, and malfunction warnings.

Tire Inspection

Tire Rotation

When It Is Time for New Tires

Buying New Tires

Different Size Tires and Wheels

Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit

Tire Changing

Jump Starting

Service and Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended maintenance intervals and services for normal and severe driving conditions.

Additional Maintenance and Care

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Maintenance Replacement Parts

OnStar

OnStar Overview

OnStar Services