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Removing
the
Flat
Tire
and
Installing
the
Spare
Tire
1.
For
models
having
aluminum
wheels
with
a
center
wheel
cover,
use
the
flat
end
of
the
wheel
wrench
to
gently
pry
the
wheel
covers
off.
Be
careful
not
to
scratch
the
aluminum
wheel
edge
and
do
not
try
to
remove
it
with
your
hands.
Then
loosen
the
wheel
nuts
with
the
wheel
wrench.
Do
not
remove
them
yet.
2.
For
models
with
exposed
lug
nuts,
loosen
them
using
the
wheel
wrench.
Do
not
remove
them
yet.
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Table of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
7
Default Chapter
2
How to Use this Manual
2
Vehicle Symbols
4
Table of Contents
7
Seats and Restraint Systems
7
Front Seats
8
Power Seats
8
Massaging Lumbar
9
Heated and Cooled Seats
10
Power Reclining Seatbacks
11
Head Restraints
13
Rear Seats
14
Center Seat
14
Heated Seats
14
Rear Seat Pass-Through Door
15
Safety Belts
16
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone
16
Why Safety Belts Work
17
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
20
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
21
Driver Position
22
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
28
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
29
Right Front Passenger Position
29
Center Front Passenger Position
30
Lap Belt
30
Rear Seat Passengers
31
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
34
Safety Belt Pretensioners
37
Safety Belt Extender
37
Child Restraints
38
Older Children
38
Infants and Young Children
41
Child Restraint Systems
44
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
47
Where to Put the Restraint
48
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
49
Top Tether Anchor
50
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
53
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
55
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position
57
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
58
Airbag System
61
Where Are the Airbags
64
When Should an Airbag Inflate
67
What Makes an Airbag Inflate
69
How Does an Airbag Restrain
69
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates
70
Passenger Sensing System
71
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
76
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
76
Restraint System Check
77
Instrument Panel
77
Checking the Restraint Systems
77
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
78
Section 2 Features and Controls
79
Features and Controls
79
Keys
81
Remote Keyless Entry System
82
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
83
Battery Replacement
85
Remote Vehicle Start
86
Doors and Locks
88
Door Locks
88
Central Door Unlocking System
89
Power Door Locks
89
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
89
Rear Door Security Locks
90
Lockout Protection
90
Trunk
91
Remote Trunk Release
91
Emergency Trunk Release Handle
92
Windows
93
Power Windows
94
Sun Visors
96
Theft-Deterrent Systems
97
Valet Lockout Switch
97
Content Theft-Deterrent
97
PASS-Key ® III
99
PASS-Key III+ Operation
99
Testing the Alarm
99
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
101
New Vehicle Break-In
101
Ignition Positions
101
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
102
Starting the Engine
102
Engine Coolant Heater
103
Automatic Transaxle Operation
104
Performance Shifting
106
Parking Brake
107
Shifting into Park (P)
108
Console Shift Lever
109
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
109
Shifting out of Park (P)
110
Parking over Things that Burn
111
Engine Exhaust
111
Running the Engine While Parked
112
Mirrors
113
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Intellibeam™, Onstar
113
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Onstar ® and Compass
113
Compass Variance
114
Compass Calibration
115
Compass Operation
115
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass
117
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors
119
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror
120
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror
120
Outside Convex Mirror
120
Outside Heated Mirrors
120
Onstar System
121
Onstar Virtual Advisor
122
Onstar Steering Wheel Controls
122
Onstar Personal Calling
122
Universal Home Remote System
123
Universal Home Remote System Operation
124
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming
126
Storage Areas
127
Glove Box
127
Cupholder(S)
127
Coinholder(S)
127
Center Console Storage Area
127
Center Flex Storage Unit
128
Rear Seat Armrest
128
Convenience Net
128
Sunroof
128
Vehicle Personalization
129
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel
129
Easy Exit Seat
130
Section 3 Instrument Panel
131
Default Chapter
131
Instrument Panel Overview
131
Driver Information Center (DIC)
132
Instrument Panel Overview
134
Hazard Warning Flashers
136
Other Warning Devices
136
Horn
136
Tilt Wheel
136
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic
137
Steering Column
137
Heated Steering Wheel
137
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
138
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
138
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
139
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
139
Other Messages
142
Flash-To-Pass
143
Windshield Wipers
143
Rainsense™ II Wipers
144
Windshield Washer
145
Cruise Control
146
Adaptive Cruise Control
149
Exterior Lamps
160
Wiper Activated Headlamps
164
Headlamps on Reminder
164
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
164
Fog Lamps
165
Cornering Lamps
165
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
165
Instrument Panel Brightness
166
Courtesy Lamps
166
Entry Lighting
166
Parade Dimming
166
Battery Load Management
167
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver
167
Reading Lamps
167
Assist (UFRPA)
168
Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking
168
How the System Works
169
Accessory Power Outlet(S)
172
Front Ashtray
173
Rear Ashtray
173
Analog Clock
174
Cigarette Lighter
174
Climate Controls
174
Dual Climate Control System
174
Automatic Operation
175
Manual Operation
176
Defogging and Defrosting
179
Rear Window Defogger
180
Outlet Adjustment
180
Rear Climate Control System
181
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
183
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
185
Instrument Panel Cluster
186
Speedometer and Odometer
187
Tachometer
187
Safety Belt Reminder Light
187
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
188
Airbag Readiness Light
188
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
189
Charging System Light
191
Brake System Warning Light
192
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
193
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
193
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light
194
Stabilitrak Indicator Light
194
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
195
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
195
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
196
If the Light Is Flashing
197
If the Light Is on Steady
197
Maintenance Schedule
198
Oil Pressure Light
198
Security Light
199
Fog Lamp Light
199
Rear Fog Lamp Light
199
Lights on Reminder
200
Cruise Control Light
200
Highbeam on Light
200
Fuel Gage
200
Driver Information Center (DIC)
201
DIC Controls and Displays
202
Battery Voltage
204
Parking Assist
205
DIC Warnings and Messages
206
Battery Saver Active
207
Check Tire Pressure
207
Engine Overheated Stop Engine
209
Engine Power Reduced
209
Fuel Level Low
210
Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
212
Service Brake System
214
Service Tire Monitor System
215
Service Transmission
216
Service Vehicle Soon
216
Theft Attempted
217
Trunk Open
218
DIC Vehicle Customization
218
Remote Door Lock
221
Remote Door Unlock
221
Exit Lighting
222
Approach Lighting
223
Park Tilt Mirrors
225
Factory Settings
226
Remote Start
226
Audio System(S)
227
Setting the Time (Radio with Single CD Player)
228
CD Player)
228
Radio with CD (MP3)
232
Playing the Radio
233
Finding a Station
234
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
236
Radio Messages
238
Navigation/Radio System
251
Theft-Deterrent Feature
251
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
252
Radio Reception
253
Diversity Antenna System
254
Care of Your Cds
254
Care of the CD Player
254
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
255
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
257
Default Chapter
257
Driving Your Vehicle
257
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
258
Defensive Driving
258
Drunken Driving
259
Control of a Vehicle
261
Braking
262
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
263
Braking in Emergencies
264
Traction Control System (TCS)
265
Magnetic Ride Control
266
Stabilitrak ® System
266
Power Steering
267
Panic Brake Assist
267
Steering
267
Steering in Emergencies
268
Off-Road Recovery
269
Passing
270
Loss of Control
271
Driving at Night
273
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
274
Driving through Deep Standing Water
276
Driving through Flowing Water
276
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
276
City Driving
277
Freeway Driving
278
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
279
Highway Hypnosis
280
Hill and Mountain Roads
280
Winter Driving
282
Driving on Snow or Ice
283
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard
284
If Your Vehicle Is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
286
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
287
Loading Your Vehicle
287
Tire and Loading Information Label
288
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
289
Automatic Level Control
292
Towing
293
Towing Your Vehicle
293
Recreational Vehicle Towing
293
Towing a Trailer
294
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
295
Weight of the Trailer
296
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
296
Safety Chains
297
Driving with a Trailer
298
Driving on Grades
299
Making Turns
299
Parking on Hills
299
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
299
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
300
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
300
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
301
Service and Appearance Care
301
Service
303
Accessories and Modifications
303
California Proposition 65 Warning
303
Doing Your Own Service Work
304
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
305
Fuel
305
Gasoline Octane
305
Gasoline Specifications
306
Additives
306
California Fuel
306
Fuels in Foreign Countries
307
Filling the Tank
308
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
310
Checking Things under the Hood
310
Hood Release
311
Engine Compartment Overview
312
Engine Oil
313
When to Add Engine Oil
314
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
315
Engine Oil Additives
316
Engine Oil Life System
316
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
317
What to Do with Used Oil
317
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
318
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
319
Checking the Fluid Level
320
Engine Coolant
322
What to Use
322
Checking Coolant
324
Adding Coolant
325
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
325
Engine Overheating
325
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
326
If Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
326
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
327
Cooling System
328
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
330
Power Steering Fluid
333
Windshield Washer Fluid
334
Adding Washer Fluid
334
Brakes
335
Brake Wear
336
Battery
337
Brake Adjustment
337
Vehicle Storage
339
Jump Starting
339
Headlamp Aiming
344
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
347
Bulb Replacement
347
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
347
Tires
349
Tire Sidewall Labeling
350
Tire Size
353
Tire Terminology and Definitions
353
Inflation - Tire Pressure
356
How to Check
357
High Speed Operation
358
Tire Pressure Monitor System
359
Tire Inspection and Rotation
363
When It Is Time for New Tires
364
Buying New Tires
365
Different Size Tires and Wheels
366
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
367
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
369
Wheel Replacement
369
Tire Chains
370
If a Tire Goes Flat
371
Changing a Flat Tire
372
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
373
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
375
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
380
Spare Tire
381
Compact Spare Tire
381
Appearance Care
383
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
383
Fabric/Carpet
384
Leather
385
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
385
Wood Panels
385
Speaker Covers
386
Care of Safety Belts
386
Weatherstrips
386
Washing Your Vehicle
386
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
386
Finish Care
387
Windshield and Wiper Blades
387
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels
388
Tires
388
Chemical Paint Spotting
389
Finish Damage
389
Sheet Metal Damage
389
Underbody Maintenance
389
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
390
Vehicle Identification
391
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
391
Service Parts Identification Label
391
Electrical System
392
Add-On Electrical Equipment
392
Headlamp Wiring
392
Windshield Wiper Fuses
392
Power Windows and Other Power Options
393
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
393
Underhood Fuse Block
393
Rear Underseat Fuse Block
396
Capacities and Specifications
401
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
403
Introduction
404
Maintenance Requirements
404
Maintenance Schedule
404
Using the Maintenance Schedule
404
Your Vehicle and the Environment
404
Scheduled Maintenance
406
Additional Required Services
408
Maintenance Footnotes
409
At each Fuel Fill
411
At Least Once a Month
411
Owner Checks and Services
411
At Least Once a Year
412
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
413
Underbody Flushing Service
413
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
414
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
415
Maintenance Record
416
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information
419
Default Chapter
419
Customer Assistance and Information
419
Customer Assistance and Information
420
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
420
Online Owner Center
421
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
422
Customer Assistance Offices
422
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
423
Roadside Service
424
Courtesy Transportation
425
Scheduling Service Appointments
426
Transportation Options
426
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders
427
Collision Damage Repair
428
Insuring Your Vehicle
429
Repair Facility
429
Reporting Safety Defects
431
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
431
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
432
Service Manuals
432
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
432
Service Publications Ordering Information
432
Current and Past Model Order Forms
433
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Model
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Category
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Language
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