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Buick Verano User Manual

Buick Verano
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Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 10/17/12
2013 Buick Verano Owner Manual M
In Brief ........................ 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Keys, Doors, and
Windows .................... 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Seats and Restraints ......... 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
Storage ....................... 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Instruments and Controls .... 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-30
Lighting ....................... 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System ......... 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-31
Climate Controls ............. 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Driving and Operating ........ 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-14
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-25
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-33
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-38
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-45
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-51
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-56
Vehicle Care ................. 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-25
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-25

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Buick Verano Specifications

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BrandBuick
ModelVerano
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the vehicle's primary controls and displays.

Initial Drive Information

Basic information for first-time drivers and initial vehicle use.

Vehicle Features

Summary of the vehicle's main comfort, convenience, and technology features.

Performance and Maintenance

Key aspects of vehicle performance and scheduled maintenance.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Details on vehicle keys, remote entry, and locking mechanisms.

Vehicle Security

Information on the anti-theft alarm system and immobilizer.

Windows

Operation and care of the vehicle's power windows.

Seats and Restraints

Safety Belts

How to use safety belts properly and important safety precautions.

Airbag System

Information on airbag types, operation, and safety considerations.

Child Restraints

Guidelines for safely installing and using child restraint systems.

Storage

Instrument Panel Storage

Details on the storage compartment located in the instrument panel.

Glove Box

Information on opening and using the glove box.

Cupholders

Location and use of cupholders in the center console and rear seat.

Center Console Storage

Accessing the storage area within the center console.

Instruments and Controls

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of dashboard warning lights, gauges, and indicators.

Information Displays

Details on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and its displays.

Vehicle Messages

Meanings of various vehicle messages displayed on the DIC.

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Operation of headlamps, parking lamps, fog lamps, and exterior lighting controls.

Interior Lighting

Controls for dome lamps, reading lamps, and instrument panel illumination.

Lighting Features

Features like entry and exit lighting for convenience and safety.

Infotainment System

Introduction

Overview of the vehicle's audio system and its features.

Radio

Operation of AM-FM and SiriusXM® radio, including tuning and favorites.

Audio Players

How to use CD player, USB ports, and auxiliary input for audio.

Phone

Connecting and using Bluetooth-enabled phones for calls and voice commands.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Operation of heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation systems.

Air Vents

How to adjust air vents for directing airflow.

Maintenance

Information on the passenger compartment air filter replacement.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Important guidance on safe driving practices and avoiding distractions.

Control of a Vehicle

How to control the vehicle through braking, steering, and acceleration.

Winter Driving

Tips for safe driving in snow, ice, and cold weather conditions.

Vehicle Load Limits

Understanding vehicle capacity, load limits, and their impact on safety.

Starting and Operating

Procedures for starting the engine and operating the vehicle.

Brakes

Information on the braking system, including ABS, brake assist, and parking brake.

Cruise Control

How to use and set the cruise control system for maintaining speed.

Object Detection Systems

Systems that assist the driver with parking and blind spot monitoring.

Fuel

Information on recommended fuel types and filling the tank.

Vehicle Care

Vehicle Checks

Routine checks the owner can perform to maintain the vehicle.

Engine Compartment Overview

Visual guide to major components located in the engine compartment.

Wheels and Tires

Information on tire types, care, maintenance, and safety.

Tire Pressure

Importance of correct tire inflation and how to check it.

Jump Starting

Safe procedures for jump-starting a vehicle with a dead battery.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Importance of regular maintenance for vehicle performance and value.

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended maintenance intervals and services for normal and severe driving.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

List of approved fluids, lubricants, and replacement parts.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on VIN and engine identification codes.

Capacities and Specifications

Table of fluid capacities and technical specifications for vehicle components.

Engine Drive Belt Routing

Diagram showing the routing of the engine drive belt.

Customer Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada)

Steps for resolving customer satisfaction concerns in the US and Canada.

Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government

How to report potential safety defects to the U.S. government agency.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on vehicle data recording and privacy practices.

OnStar®

Overview of OnStar services, features, and system information.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

General overview of the OnStar system and its status indicators.

OnStar Services

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

OnStar Additional Information

Information on transferring service, reactivation, and potential issues.

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