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Instrument
Panel
Cluster
The
instrument
panel
cluster
is
designed
to
let
you
know
at
a
glance
how
your
vehicle
is
running.
You
will
know
how
fast
you
are
going,
how
much
fuel
you
are
using
and
many
of
the
other
things
you
will
need
to
know
to
drive
safely
and
economically.
United
States
version
shown,
Canada
similar
3-52
191
193
Table of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
5
Default Chapter
2
Canadian Owners
2
Using this Manual
3
Vehicle Symbols
4
Table of Contents
5
Seats and Restraint Systems
5
Why Safety Belts Work
16
Child Restraint Systems
41
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
43
Where to Put the Restraint
44
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
45
Top Tether Anchor
46
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
49
Securing a Child Restraint in a
52
Rear Seat Position
52
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position
54
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
54
Airbag System
58
Where Are the Airbags
60
When Should an Airbag Inflate
63
What Makes an Airbag Inflate
64
How Does an Airbag Restrain
64
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates
65
Passenger Sensing System
66
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
71
Adding Equipment to Your
72
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
72
Restraint System Check
73
Checking the Restraint Systems
73
Replacing Restraint System Parts
74
After a Crash
74
Section 2 Features and Controls
75
Features and Controls
75
Keys
77
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
78
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
79
Matching Transmitter(S) to Your Vehicle
80
Battery Replacement
81
Remote Vehicle Start
82
Remote Start Ready
83
Doors and Locks
84
Door Locks
84
Central Door Unlocking System
84
Power Door Locks
84
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
85
Rear Door Security Locks
85
Lockout Protection
86
Trunk
86
Remote Trunk Release
87
Emergency Trunk Release Handle
87
Windows
88
Power Windows
89
Programming the Power Windows
90
Sun Visors
91
Theft-Deterrent Systems
92
Valet Lockout Switch
92
Content Theft-Deterrent
93
Testing the Alarm
94
PASS-Key III+ Operation
95
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
96
New Vehicle Break-In
96
Ignition Positions
97
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
98
Starting the Engine
98
Starting Procedure
99
Engine Coolant Heater
100
Automatic Transmission Operation
101
Performance Shifting
103
Parking Brake
104
Shifting into PARK (P)
105
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
106
Torque Lock
106
Shifting out of PARK (P)
107
Parking over Things that Burn
108
Engine Exhaust
108
Running the Engine While Parked
109
Mirrors
110
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Intellibeam™, Onstar
110
Compass Variance
111
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Onstar
112
And Compass
112
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
112
Compass Calibration
112
Compass Operation
112
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass
114
With Compass
114
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors
115
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror
116
Park Tilt Mirrors
116
Outside Convex Mirror
117
Outside Heated Mirrors
117
Object Detection Systems
118
Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking
118
Assist (UFRPA)
118
How the System Works
119
Side Blind Zone Alert
121
Lane Departure Warning
124
Onstar System
127
Onstar Virtual Advisor
128
Onstar Steering Wheel Controls
129
How Onstar Service Works
129
Your Responsibility
129
Universal Home Remote System
130
Universal Home Remote System Operation
130
Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons
136
Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons
136
Storage Areas
137
Glove Box
137
Cupholder(S)
137
Coinholder(S)
137
Front Storage Area
137
Center Console Storage
137
Center Flex Storage Unit
138
Floor Mats
138
Rear Seat Armrest
138
Convenience Net
138
Sunroof
139
Section 3 Instrument Panel
141
Instrument Panel Overview
144
Hazard Warning Flashers
146
Other Warning Devices
146
Horn
146
Tilt Wheel
146
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic
147
Steering Column
147
Heated Steering Wheel
147
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
148
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
148
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
149
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
149
Other Messages
152
Flash-To-Pass
153
Windshield Wipers
153
Rainsense™ II Wipers
154
Windshield Washer
155
Cruise Control
156
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
158
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
158
Adaptive Cruise Control
159
Increasing Set Speed While Using Adaptive Cruise Control
163
Decreasing Set Speed While Using Adaptive Cruise Control
163
Exterior Lamps
170
Wiper Activated Headlamps
173
Headlamps on Reminder
173
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
173
Fog Lamps
174
Cornering Lamps
175
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
175
Instrument Panel Brightness
175
Courtesy Lamps
175
Entry Lighting
176
Parade Dimming
176
Reading Lamps
176
Footwell Lamps
176
Battery Load Management
177
Electric Power Management
177
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver
178
Battery Run-Down Protection
178
Accessory Power Outlet(S)
178
Ashtray(S)
179
Front Ashtray
179
Analog Clock
180
Climate Controls
180
Dual Climate Control System
180
Automatic Operation
181
Manual Operation
182
Defogging and Defrosting
185
Rear Window Defogger
186
Outlet Adjustment
186
Rear Climate Control System
187
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
188
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
191
Instrument Panel Cluster
192
Speedometer and Odometer
193
Tachometer
193
Safety Belt Reminders
194
Safety Belt Reminder Light
194
Airbag Readiness Light
195
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
196
Charging System Light
198
Brake System Warning Light
198
Antilock Brake System Warning Light
199
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light
200
Stabilitrak Indicator Light
200
Lane Departure Warning Light
201
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
201
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
201
Tire Pressure Light
202
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
203
If the Light Is Flashing
204
If the Light Is on Steady
204
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
205
Oil Pressure Light
206
Security Light
206
Fog Lamp Light
206
Lights on Reminder
207
Cruise Control Light
207
Highbeam on Light
207
Fuel Gage
208
Driver Information Center (DIC)
208
DIC Operation and Displays
209
Battery Voltage
211
Parking Assist
212
DIC Warnings and Messages
213
Battery Saver Active
214
Check Tire Pressure
214
Engine Overheated Stop Engine
216
Engine Power Reduced
216
Fuel Level Low
217
Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
219
Service Air Bag
221
Service Brake System
221
Service Transmission
223
Service Vehicle Soon
223
Service Tire Monitor System
223
Theft Attempted
224
Trunk Open
225
DIC Vehicle Customization
226
Auto Door Lock
228
Auto Door Unlock
228
Remote Door Lock
229
Remote Door Unlock
229
Exit Lighting
230
Approach Lighting
231
Remote Start
234
Factory Settings
234
Audio System(S)
235
Setting the Time
236
Setting the Time and Date
238
Changing the Time and Date Default Setting
239
Playing the Radio
240
Radio(S) (MP3)
240
Finding a Station
241
Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite
242
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
243
Radio Message
245
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
249
Using an MP3
250
Playing an Mp3/Wma
253
XM Radio Messages
255
Navigation/Radio System
256
Theft-Deterrent Feature
256
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
257
Radio Reception
258
Backglass Antenna
259
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
259
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
261
Default Chapter
261
Driving Your Vehicle
261
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
262
Defensive Driving
262
Drunk Driving
262
Control of a Vehicle
263
Braking
263
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
264
Braking in Emergencies
265
Traction Control System (TCS)
265
Magnetic Ride Control
266
Stabilitrak System
267
Panic Brake Assist
267
Steering
268
Power Steering
268
Steering in Emergencies
269
Off-Road Recovery
270
Passing
270
Loss of Control
270
Driving at Night
272
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
272
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
273
Highway Hypnosis
274
Hill and Mountain Roads
274
Winter Driving
275
Driving on Snow or Ice
276
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard
277
If Your Vehicle Is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow
279
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
280
Loading Your Vehicle
280
Automatic Level Control
285
Towing
286
Towing Your Vehicle
286
Recreational Vehicle Towing
286
Towing a Trailer
287
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
288
Weight of the Trailer
289
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
289
Safety Chains
290
Trailer Brakes
290
Driving with a Trailer
291
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
292
Parking on Hills
292
Driving on Grades
292
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
293
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
293
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
295
Service and Appearance Care
295
Service
297
Accessories and Modifications
297
California Proposition 65 Warning
298
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
298
Doing Your Own Service Work
298
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
299
Fuel
299
Gasoline Octane
299
Gasoline Specifications
300
California Fuel
300
Additives
300
Fuels in Foreign Countries
301
Filling the Tank
302
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
304
Checking Things under the Hood
304
Hood Release
305
Engine Compartment Overview
306
Engine Oil
307
When to Add Engine Oil
308
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
309
Engine Oil Additives
310
Engine Oil Life System
310
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
311
What to Do with Used Oil
311
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
312
Automatic Transmission Fluid
313
Checking the Fluid Level
314
How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid
314
How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid
315
Engine Coolant
316
What to Use
317
Checking Coolant
318
Adding Coolant
319
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
319
Engine Overheating
319
If Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
320
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
320
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
321
Cooling System
322
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
324
Power Steering Fluid
327
Windshield Washer Fluid
328
Adding Washer Fluid
328
Brakes
329
Brake Wear
330
Brake Adjustment
331
Battery
332
Vehicle Storage
333
Jump Starting
334
Headlamp Aiming
338
Bulb Replacement
341
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
341
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
342
Tires
344
Tire Sidewall Labeling
345
Tire Terminology and Definitions
349
Inflation - Tire Pressure
352
High-Speed Operation
354
Tire Pressure Monitor System
355
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
356
Tpms Malfunction Light and Message
358
Tpms Sensor Matching Process
359
Tire Inspection and Rotation
360
When It Is Time for New Tires
362
Buying New Tires
363
Different Size Tires and Wheels
365
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
366
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
367
Wheel Replacement
368
Tire Chains
369
If a Tire Goes Flat
370
Changing a Flat Tire
371
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
372
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
373
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
379
Spare Tire
380
Appearance Care
381
Interior Cleaning
381
Fabric/Carpet
382
Leather
383
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
383
Wood Panels
383
Speaker Covers
384
Care of Safety Belts
384
Washing Your Vehicle
384
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
385
Finish Care
385
Windshield and Wiper Blades
386
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim
386
Tires
387
Sheet Metal Damage
387
Finish Damage
387
Underbody Maintenance
388
Chemical Paint Spotting
388
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
388
Vehicle Identification
389
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
389
Service Parts Identification Label
390
Electrical System
390
Add-On Electrical Equipment
390
Headlamp Wiring
390
Windshield Wiper Fuses
390
Power Windows and Other Power Options
391
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
391
Underhood Fuse Block
391
Rear Underseat Fuse Block
394
Capacities and Specifications
399
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
401
Maintenance Requirements
402
Maintenance Schedule
402
Your Vehicle and the Environment
402
Using the Maintenance Schedule
403
Scheduled Maintenance
404
Additional Required Services
406
Maintenance Footnotes
408
Engine Oil Level Check
409
At each Fuel Fill
409
Owner Checks and Services
409
At Least Once a Month
410
At Least Once a Year
410
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
411
Underbody Flushing Service
412
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
413
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
414
Engine Drive Belt Routing
415
Maintenance Record
416
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information
419
Default Chapter
419
Customer Assistance Information
419
Customer Assistance and Information
420
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
420
Online Owner Center
422
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
423
Customer Assistance Offices
423
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
424
Roadside Service
425
Calling for Assistance
426
Scheduling Service Appointments
427
Courtesy Transportation
427
Transportation Options
428
Collision Damage Repair
429
Repair Facility
430
If a Crash Occurs
430
Insuring Your Vehicle
430
Reporting Safety Defects
432
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
432
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
432
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
432
Service Manuals
433
Owner Information
433
Service Publications Ordering Information
433
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
434
Event Data Recorders
434
Onstar
435
Navigation System
435
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
435
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Brand
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Model
2008 DTS
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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