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i 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner ’ s Manual Litho in U.S.A. Copyright General Motors Corporation 06/14/01 Part Number 25730136 A First Edition All Rights Reserved[...]

ii GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, OLDSMOBILE, the OLDSMOBILE Rocket Emblem and the AURORA Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. “AURORA” is used with the permission of Hankook T ire. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. W e reserve the right to make changes after that time without[...]

iii How to Use this Manual Many people read their owne r ’ s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickl y . Safety W arnings and Symbols [...]

iv V ehicle Damage W arnings Also in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty , and it could be costly . But the notice will tell you what to [...]

v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle:[...]

1- 1-1 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly . Y ou can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. 1 - 2 Seats and Seat Controls 1 - 8 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone 1 - 13 Here Are Questions Many People[...]

1-2 Seats and Seat Controls This part tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, and also about reclining front seatbacks, lumbar adjustments and heated seats. Manual Front Passenger’ s Seat CAUTION: Y ou can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust the manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could st[...]

1-3 Power Seat(s) The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the driver ’ s front seat. The front passenger ’ s seat may also have power seat controls located on the outboard side of the seat. T o adjust the power seats, do the following: Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by pressing the forward edge of the horizonta[...]

1-4 Power Lumbar Control (Option) If your vehicle has this option, the power lumbar controls are located on the outboard side of each front seat. Use the power seat control first to get the proper position, then continue with the lumbar adjustment. T o reshape the lower seatback, press the lumbar control forward to increase support and rearward to [...]

1-5 3. Press and hold the memory button (1 or 2) corresponding with your DRIVER # displayed on the DIC for longer than three seconds. Y ou will hear two beeps confirming that the seat and mirror positions have been entered into memory . T o set the seat and mirror positions for a second driver , follow the previous steps, but start by pressing the [...]

1-6 Heated Fr ont Seat (Option) If your vehicle has this option, the heated seat switch is located next to the console shifter . Push the ON part of the switch once for a HI setting or twice for a LO setting. Push the OFF part of the switch to turn the heated seat off. The LO setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat approximates body t[...]

1-7 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re r eclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other i[...]

1-8 Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly . It also tells you some things you should not do with safe[...]

1-9 CAUTION: It is extremely danger ous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas ar e more likely to be seriously injur ed or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and[...]

1-10 Why Safety Belts W ork When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. T ake the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’ s just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it.[...]

1-1 1 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...[...]

1-12 or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! W ith safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. Y ou get more time to stop. Y ou stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’ s why safety belts make such good sense.[...]

1-13 Here Ar e Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Q: W on’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: Y ou could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and af[...]

1-14 How to W ear Safety Belts Pr operly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.” Follow those rules fo[...]

1-15 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. The lap [...]

1-16 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury . The shoulder belt should fit against your body .[...]

1-17 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt in[...]

1-18 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury . Also, the belt would apply t[...]

1-19 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact for ces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly , or ask your dealer to fix it.[...]

1-20 T o unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way . Before you close the door , be sure the belt is out of the way . If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupa[...]

1-21 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother . When a safety belt is worn properly , it’ s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly . Right Front Passenger Position T o learn how to wear the right front passenger ?[...]

1-22 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: CAUTION: Y ou can be severely injur ed or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt -- even if you have air bags. W earing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Air bags are de[...]

1-23 CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great for ce, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injur e you. Safety belts help keep you in position for air bag inflation before and during a crash. Always wear your safety be[...]

1-24 How the Air Bag Systems W ork Where ar e the air bags? The driver ’ s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger ’ s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger ’ s side. The driver ’ s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver ’ s seatback closest to the door .[...]

1-25 The right front passenger ’ s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger ’ s seatback closest to the door . CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing sever e injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kep[...]

1-26 When should an air bag inflate? The driver ’ s and right front passenger ’ s frontal air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near - frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’ s designed “threshold level.” In addition, your vehicle has “dual stage” fron[...]

1-27 How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle. The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distr[...]

1-28 Y our vehicle has a feature that will automatically unlock the doors and turn the interior lamps on when the air bags inflate (if battery power is available). Y ou can lock the doors again and turn the interior lamps off by using the door lock and interior lamp controls. In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are brok[...]

1-29 Servicing Y our Air Bag-Equipped V ehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Y our dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems. T o purchase a service manual, see “Service and Owner Publicati[...]

1-30 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly . If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly . 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. If the belt stops before[...]

1-31 3. T o make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the bel[...]

1-32 The safety belt locks if there’ s a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury . The shoulder belt should fit against your body . T o unlatch the belt, just [...]

1-33 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each o[...]

1-34 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.[...]

1-35 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder . T o remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides. Slide the guide into its storage pocket on the[...]

1-36 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 - lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240[...]

1-37 CAUTION: Children who ar e up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap - shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young childr en and infants. Neither the vehicle’ s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them[...]

1-38 CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’ s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the r est of its body . In a crash, an infant in a rear - facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash for ces can be distributed across the str [...]

1-39 Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’ s head rests toward the center of the vehicle. A rear - facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating[...]

1-40 A forward - facing child seat (C - E) provides restraint for the child’ s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T - shaped or shelf - like shields. A booster seat (F - G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’ s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner , and s[...]

1-41 Q: How do child restraints work? A: A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built - in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add - on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’ s owner . For many years[...]

1-42 Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors, therefore, recommends that child restraints be secured in the rear seat including an infant riding in a rear - facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward - facing child seat and an olde[...]

1-43 In Canada, the law requires that forward - facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point locate[...]

1-44 Lower Anchorages and T op T ethers for Children (LA TCH System) Y our vehicle has the LA TCH system. Y ou’ll find anchors (A) in all three rear seat positions. T o assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LA TCH system will have a label sewn to the seatback at each anchor positi[...]

1-45 W ith this system, use the LA TCH system instead of the vehicle’ s safety belts to secure a child restraint. CAUTION: If a LA TCH - type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting ther e. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sur e that a LA TC[...]

1-46 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LA TCH System 1. Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Attach the anchor points on the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle. The child restraint instructions w[...]

1-47 T ilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’ s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.[...]

1-48 4. T o tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 5. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. T o r[...]

1-49 Although a rear seat is a safer place, you can secure a forward - facing child restraint in the right front seat. Y ou’ll be using the lap - shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint whe[...]

1-50 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. T o tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. Y ou may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in differen[...]

1-51 Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’ s safety belts. Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older child should wear a lap - shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt[...]

1-52 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two childr en are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spr ead the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: What if a child is wearing a lap - shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder[...]

1-53 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap - shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way , in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’ s force would then be applied right on the child’ s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. Wh[...]

1-54 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’ s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender . It’ s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear , so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for [...]

2- 2-1 Section 2 Featur es and Contr ols Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem. 2 - 2 W indows 2 - 4 Ke[...]

2-2 Windows CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be over come by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat str oke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather .[...]

2-3 Power Windows Switches on the driver ’ s door armrest control each of the windows while the ignition is on or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. In addition, each passenger ’ s door armrest has a separate window switch. Express - Down Windows The driver ’ s and right front passenger ’ s windows have an express - down feature[...]

2-4 Keys CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many r easons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.[...]

2-5 The master key works in all of the lock cylinders (driver ’ s door , trunk, ignition and glove box). The V ALET key only operates the driver ’ s door and the ignition. Y our vehicle has the P ASS - Key III vehicle theft system. Both the master and V ALET key have a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle’ s steer[...]

2-6 Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially childr en -- can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. Y ou increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the[...]

2-7 Central Door Unlocking System If the key is held in the outside key cylinder unlock position for more than two seconds, all doors will unlock. All doors will also unlock if the key is turned to the unlock position twice within three seconds. Power Door Locks W ith power door locks, you can lock or unlock all the doors on your vehicle using the [...]

2-8 Y ou can also program this feature to be turned off. Then you will not have automatic door lock or unlock. This feature will function when you close the doors and turn on the ignition. If someone needs to get out while you’re not in P ARK (P), have that person use the manual or power door lock. When the door is closed again, it will not lock [...]

2-9 Rear Door Security Lock Y our vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside. Using One of These Locks 1. Open the rear door you want to lock. 2. Move the lever located on the inside door edge, all the way up to the ENGAGED position. 3. Close the door . 4. Do[...]

2-10 Leaving Y our V ehicle When you leave the vehicle, open your door and set the locks from the inside, then get out and close the door . Remote Keyless Entry System W ith this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with [...]

2-1 1 Operation The numbers on the back of your transmitter correspond to DRIVER #1 and DRIVER #2 on the DIC. For more information see “Driver Information Center (DIC)” in the Index. The driver ’ s door will unlock and the exterior lights will flash twice when the unlock symbol is pressed. If the unlock symbol is pressed again within five sec[...]

2-12 Personalization Features The following list of features available on your vehicle can be programmed to the driver ’ s preference for each transmitter . Automatic Door Locks: This feature programs your door locks to automatically lock or unlock when shifting in and out of P ARK (P) or when the key is turned to OFF . Security Feedback: This fe[...]

2-13 Matching T ransmitter(s) to Y our V ehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer . Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer . When the dealer matches[...]

2-14 For battery replacement, use a Duracell battery , type DL - 2032, or a similar type. T o replace the battery , do the following: 1. Insert a coin, or similar object, into the notch near the key ring. T urn it counterclockwise to separate the two halves of the transmitter . 2. Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil eraser to remove the[...]

2-15 T runk CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. Y ou can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and[...]

2-16 T runk Release Lockout The trunk release lockout switch in the glove box allows you to secure items in the trunk and disable the fuel door release and the HomeLink T ransmitter . Move the trunk release lockout switch to ON, lock the glove box and take the master key and remote keyless entry transmitter with you. Now the remote trunk release bu[...]

2-17 If your vehicle does have this feature, there is a glow - in - the - dark trunk release handle located near the trunk latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside. Theft V ehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of thef[...]

2-18 Universal Theft - Deterrent Y our vehicle has a theft - deterrent alarm system. W ith this system, if your ignition is off, the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door . United States Canada This light reminds you to activate the theft - deterrent system. T o activate it do the following: 1. Open the door . 2. Lock the door with the pow[...]

2-19 Here’ s how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident: If you don’t want to activate the theft - deterrent system, lock the door either using a key or the manual door lock switch. Always unlock a door with a key , or use the remote keyless entry system. Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm. If you set off the alarm by acc[...]

2-20 P ASS - Key III Y our vehicle is equipped with the P ASS - Key III (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft - deterrent system. P ASS - Key III is a passive theft - deterrent system. This means you don’t have to do anything dif ferent to arm or disarm the system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition. Y our P AS[...]

2-21 If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key . At this time, you may also want to check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). If the engine still does not start with the other key , your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first key may be faulty . [...]

2-22 New V ehicle “Break - In” NOTICE: Y our vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break - in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or slow -- for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full - throttle starts. A void making hard stops for the first 200 miles (3[...]

2-23 ACC (Accessory): This position lets you use your electrical accessories such as power windows, power sunroof (option), radio and the windshield wipers. ON: This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch. This is the position for normal driving. Even when the engine is not running, you can use ON t[...]

2-24 Starting Y our Engine Move your shift lever to P ARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Y our engine won’t start in any other position -- that’ s a safety feature. T o restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only . NOTICE: Don’t try to shift to P ARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to P ARK [...]

2-25 NOTICE: Y our engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer . If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly . Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) In very cold weather ,[...]

2-26 Automatic T ransaxle Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever . P ARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It’ s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily . CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) wit[...]

2-27 Ensure the shift lever is fully in P ARK (P) before starting the engine. Y our vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. Y ou have to fully apply your regular brakes befor e you can shift from P ARK (P) when the ignition key is in ON. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle [...]

2-28 AUT OMA TIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than approximately 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. Y ou’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power [...]

2-29 Parking Brake Y our vehicle has a PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake. T o set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on while the parking brake is set and a single chime will be heard. T o releas[...]

2-30 Shifting Into P ARK (P) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Y our vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly . Y ou or others could be injured. T o be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re o[...]

2-31 Leaving Y our V ehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Y our vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. Y ou or others[...]

2-32 Shifting Out of P ARK (P) Y our vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. Y ou have to fully apply your regular brake befor e you can shift from P ARK (P) when the ignition is in ON. See “Automatic T ransaxle” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of P ARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- push the shift lever al[...]

2-33 Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. Y ou might have exhaust coming in if: Y our exhaust system sounds strange or different. Y our vehicle gets rusty underneath. Y our vehicle was damaged in a collision. Y our vehicle w[...]

2-34 CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Y our vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly . Y ou or others could be injured. T o be su[...]

2-35 T urn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: T urn and Lane - Change Signals Headlamp High/Low - Beam Changer Flash - To - Pass Feature For information on exterior lamps, see “Exterior Lamps” later in this section. T urn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (fo[...]

2-36 As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows flash very fast, a bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index) and check for[...]

2-37 Flash-to-Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high - beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps are off. T o use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you. Y our high - beam headlamps will turn on. They’ll stay on as long as you hold the lever there. Release the lever to tu[...]

2-38 For a single wiping cycle, move the lever down to MIST . Hold it there until the wipers start, then release it. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the lever to MIST longer . For steady wiping at low speed, move the lever up to the LO position. For high - speed wiping, move the lever up further , to HI. T o stop[...]

2-39 NOTICE: The wipers must be turned off when going through a car wash to avoid damage. The MIST and wash cycles operate as normal and are not affected by the Rainsense function. The system can be overridden at any time by manually changing the wiper control to LO or HI speed. NOTICE: Do not place stickers or other items on the exterior glass sur[...]

2-40 Cruise Control W ith cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator . This is helpful on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off. CAUTION: Cruise contr ol can be danger ous w[...]

2-41 1. Push the cruise control switch, located on the right side of the steering column at the end of the lever , in to ON. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Push the lever down to SET - CST (Coast) and release it. The CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster will come on. 4. T ake your foot off the accelerator pedal. Resuming a Set Speed Se[...]

2-42 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: Push the lever down until you reach a desired lower speed then release it. T o slow down in very small amounts, push the lever down briefly . Each time you do this, you’ll go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower . Passing Another V ehicle W[...]

2-43 Exterior Lamps The lever on the left side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps. : T urn the outside part of the lever with this symbol on it, to operate the lamps. The exterior lamp switch has three positions: OFF: Turning the switch to this position turns of f all lamps and lights, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). (Parkin[...]

2-44 Wiper - Activated Headlamps This feature turns on the low - beam headlamps, instrument panel cluster backlighting and taillamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for approximately six seconds. T o operate, the exterior lamps control must be in AUTO and it must be dark enough outside. When the exterior lamps control is in OFF or the [...]

2-45 W ith your headlamp control in AUT O when it is dark enough outside, your low - beam headlamps will automatically come on. The other lamps that turn on with your headlamps will also turn on. When it is bright enough outside, the regular lamps will go off, and your high - beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of DRL. T o turn off all [...]

2-46 Fog Lamps T o turn on only the front fog lamps, turn the fog lamp band to the single fog lamp symbol. T o turn on both the front and rear fog lamps, turn the fog lamp band to the double fog lamp symbol. T urning on the front fog lamps only will automatically activate the parking lamps. T urning on the front and rear fog lamps will automaticall[...]

2-47 Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Knob This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The knob for this feature is located on the driver ’ s side of the instrument panel. T urn the knob clockwise to brighten the instrument panel cluster lights and displays. T urn the knob counterclockwise to dim the instrument [...]

2-48 Illuminated Entry If it is dark enough outside and you press the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter while all doors are closed, the interior courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for approximately 40 seconds. When the 40 seconds are up, the lights will automatically fade until they turn off. The lamps will turn of f immedi[...]

2-49 Parade Dimming T o activate the instrument panel backlighting during the day , turn the exterior lamps control to the parking lamp position. Dimming of the instrument panel display is not possible during daylight hours. The instrument panel display can only be adjusted when the parking lamps are on and it is dark outside. Perimeter Lighting Wh[...]

2-50 Rear Reading Lamps These lamps will come on when you open the doors. Y ou can also turn them on by pressing the button on the side of the lamp. Press it again to turn them off. Inadvertent Power Battery Saver This feature is designed to protect your vehicle’ s battery against drainage from the interior lamps, trunk lamp, glove box lamp or ci[...]

2-51 Mirrors Electrochr omic Day/Night Rearview Mirr or with Compass Y our vehicle has an electrochromic inside rearview mirror with a compass. Y our vehicle’ s mirror may also contain OnStar controls. (On/Off): This is the on/off button for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls. Pressing the MIRROR button (or the on/off button for mirrors equipp[...]

2-52 Compass Calibration If after two seconds, the display does not show a compass heading (N for North, for example), there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass. Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount, magnetic note pad holder or a similar magnetic item. If the letter C should ever appear in the compass [...]

2-53 3. Once the zone number appears in the display , press the COMP ASS (or the on/off button for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls) button quickly until the correct zone number appears in the display . Stop pressing the button and the mirror will return to normal operation. If C appears in the compass window , the compass may need calibration[...]

2-54 T o adjust the mirror , use one of the four arrows located on the control pad to move the mirror in the direction you want it to go. When finished adjusting the mirrors, leave the L/R selector switch in the center position, to prevent unwanted mirror movement in case the control pad is accidentally bumped while driving. Adjust each outside mir[...]

2-55 Storage Compartments Glove Box Use the master key to lock and unlock the glove box. T o open, lift the latch release on the left side of the glove box door . The V ALET key will not work in the glove box door lock. Front Storage Armr est The front armrest opens into a storage area. T o open it, push the latch at the front center of the armrest[...]

2-56 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Push and release the cover to reveal the front ashtray and cigarette lighter . NOTICE: Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, causing damage. T o clean an ashtray , make sure the cover is open fully , then lift out[...]

2-57 Sun V isors T o block out glare, you can swing down the visors. Y ou can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side, while the auxiliary visor remains to block glare from the front. T o extend the visor at the sides, pull out the extension. Illuminated V isor V anity Mirrors When you open the cover to the driver ’ s or[...]

2-58 NOTICE: Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should. This wouldn’t be covered by your warranty . Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment, and never use anything that exceeds the amperage rating. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper[...]

2-59 Emergency Button: In an emergency situation, press the emergency service button. Upon receiving the call, an advisor at the center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation. If necessary , the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provider . Communication Button: Press this button at the end of a call. Also press this button[...]

2-60 Stolen V ehicle T racking: Call the center at 1 - 888 - 4 - ONST AR (1 - 888 - 466 - 7827) to report your vehicle stolen. The system can then attempt to locate and track your vehicle and the advisor will assist the proper authorities. Roadside Assistance with Location: For vehicle breakdowns, press the OnStar button. An advisor will contact th[...]

2-61 OnStar System Limitations Complete limitations can be found on the Subscriber Services Agreement. In order to provide you with excellent service, calls with the OnStar Center may be monitored or recorded. OnStar Service is: A vailable in the 48 contiguous United States, Alaska, Hawaii and Canada; available when the vehicle is within the operat[...]

2-62 Sunr oof (Option) If your vehicle has this option, the switches are located on the headliner between the sun visors. There are two switches that operate the sunroof. The switches will only work when the ignition is on or when RAP is active. See “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” in the Index. The OPEN/CLOSE switch has positions for open or c[...]

2-63 HomeLink T ransmitter (If Equipped) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with RSS - 2[...]

2-64 3. When the HomeLink indicator light begins to blink slowly (this may take up to 30 seconds), hold the hand - held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) from HomeLink and then press and hold the transmit button on the hand - held transmitter . Continue to hold both buttons until the indicator light on HomeLink begins to flash rapidly (th[...]

2-65 3. Return to HomeLink in your vehicle and firmly press and release the programmed HomeLink button three times. The rolling - code garage door opener should now recognize HomeLink. Y ou may either use HomeLink or the hand - held transmitter to open the garage door . If after following these instructions, you still have problems training the gar[...]

2-66 The Instrument Panel - Y our Information System[...]

2-67 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlet B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever C. Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control System D. Steering Wheel Controls for Audio System E. Windshield W iper/W asher Control F . Driver Information Center (DIC) G. Hazard W arning Flasher Button H. Climate Control System I[...]

2-68 Instrument Panel Cluster Y our vehicle is equipped with this instrument panel cluster , which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. The instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. Y ou’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and [...]

2-69 Speedometer and Odometer Y our speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Y our odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). The speedometer shows a top speed of 140 mph (220 km/h). This is not intended to b[...]

2-70 T achometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). If your engine speed equals or exceeds the safe limit for operation, the message HOT ...REDUCE ENG RPM is displayed on the DIC. NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded area, or when the message HOT ...REDUCE ENG RPM is displayed. E[...]

2-71 Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’ s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there’ s a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the secti[...]

2-72 Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’ s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing a[...]

2-73 Battery W arning Light This light will come on briefly when you start the vehicle, as a check to show you it is working; then it should go out. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. Have it checked right away . Driving while this light is on could drain your battery , and[...]

2-74 CAUTION: Y our brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped car efully , have the vehicle towed for service. When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light[...]

2-75 T raction Control System W arning Light (If Equipped) United States Canada This warning light should come on briefly when the engine is started. If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’ s a problem. If it stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there may be a problem with your [...]

2-76 T raction Control System Active Light (If Equipped) United States Canada When your traction control system is limiting wheel spin, this light will come on. Slippery road conditions may exist if the traction control system active light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly . The light will stay on for a few seconds after the traction con[...]

2-77 If the coolant temperature is over 262 F (128 C), the message HOT ...IDLE ENGINE will appear . It means you should reduce the engine load and speed to prevent the engine from overheating. If the coolant temperature is over 268 F (131 C), the message HOT ...ST OP ENGINE will appear . It means that your engine coolant has overheated. Y ou should[...]

2-78 This system is called OBD II (On - Board Diagnostics - Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by t[...]

2-79 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may da[...]

2-80 Are you low on fuel? As your engine starts to run out of fuel, your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire. The system can detect this. Adding fuel should correct this condition. Make sure to install the fuel cap properly . See “Filling Y our T ank” in the In[...]

2-81 Oil Pressur e Light If you have a problem with your oil, this light may stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving. A warning chime and the DIC message LOW OIL PRESSURE may also come on. These indicate that oil is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep it cool. The engine could be low on oil, or could ha[...]

2-82 Cruise Light United States Canada The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your cruise control. See “Cruise Control” in the Index. This light will come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON to let you know it is working. Fuel Gage United States Canada When the ignition is on, your fuel gage tells you about how much fu[...]

2-83 Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more[...]

2-84 T o turn off messages on the DIC (except LOW OIL PRESSURE, LOW BRAKE FLUID, P ARK BRAKE SET , ST AR TING DISABLED and the HOT ...STOP ENGINE warning), press the RESET button. Pressing the SELECT right arrow button will allow you to access the following modes, DA TE/ET , FUEL, ECON, OIL and GAGE. While in any of these modes, warning messages ca[...]

2-85 Elapsed Time (ET) When the ignition is on, the DIC can be used as a stopwatch. The display will show hours and minutes. The elapsed time indicator will record up to 100 hours, then it will reset to zero and continue counting. Press SELECT down arrow while in the DA TE/ET mode, and the display will show the amount of time that has elapsed since[...]

2-86 Fuel Economy Pressing the SELECT down arrow while in the ECON mode displays average fuel economy and instantaneous fuel economy calculated for your specific driving conditions. A verage fuel economy will be shown in a reading such as: 25.2 A VG MI/GAL or 9.3 A VG L/100 KM Instantaneous fuel economy will be shown in a reading such as: 28 INST M[...]

2-87 The DIC does not replace the need to maintain your vehicle as recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. Also, the oil change reminder will not detect dusty conditions or engine malfunctions that may affect the oil. If you drive in dusty areas, change your oil after every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or three months, whichever occurs fi[...]

2-88 DIC Personalization The DIC can be used to program the following personal choice features available with your vehicle: Automatic Door Locks W indow Lockout Security Feedback Delayed Locking Perimeter Lighting Driver ID Memory Seats Parallel Park Assist Mirror (T ilt Mirror) T o access the personalization menu, the vehicle must be in P ARK (P) [...]

2-89 The DIC is used to program the personal choices of two drivers. The drivers are recognized as DRIVER 1 and DRIVER 2. Y ou will let the DIC and the vehicle know which driver you are by using your remote keyless entry transmitter or by pressing the appropriate memory seat button located on the driver ’ s door or choosing the driver with the DI[...]

2-90 If you would like to exit the selection mode without moving through each of the personal choice features, simply press a different button on the DIC or turn of f the ignition. The personal choices you made will still be retained, even without passing through each of the features. In order for your personal choices to save, you must press the S[...]

2-91 If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 0, select NO for DOORS LOCK IN GEAR. Y our door locks will operate normally with no automatic feature. If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 1, do the following: 1. Select YES for DOORS LOCK IN GEAR. 2. Select NO for DOORS UNLOCK. If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 2,[...]

2-92 Window Lockout Personalization The number of passenger windows locked out by the window LOCK switch can be programmed through the DIC. Press the SELECT right arrow button to toggle between your choices and change the settings. Press the SELECT down arrow button to store your changes in memory and move on to the next selection. If you select YE[...]

2-93 If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 2, do the following: 1. Select YES for KEY FOB LIGHTS FLASH. 2. Select NO for KEY FOB HORN CHIRP . If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 3, do the following: 1. Select NO for KEY FOB LIGHTS FLASH. 2. Select YES for KEY FOB HORN CHIRP . If you would like to program your vehicle to Mo[...]

2-94 The EXT LIGHTS TIMEOUT feature can be changed to the desired setting by using the SELECT right arrow button to toggle from 5 to 30 seconds. Each toggle will increase the time by five seconds. Once the desired timeout is displayed, press SELECT down arrow to record your choice and move on to the next personal choice feature. For more informatio[...]

2-95 DIC W arnings and Messages Other messages or warnings may appear in the DIC display . For Canadian drivers, in addition to the DIC message your DIC will display EXP with a number after it which reflects the following messages: EXP (Export ID) W arning Message . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 AIR BAG PROBLEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

2-96 CHECK OIL LEVEL - 5: If you ever see the CHECK OIL LEVEL message, it indicates that the engine oil level is 1 to 1 1/2 quarts (0.9 L to 1.4 L) low . The message will appear only if the engine is running and it has been at least eight minutes since the engine was last running. If the message appears, check the oil dipstick level. If it reads lo[...]

3- 3-1 Section 3 Comfort Contr ols and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. 3 - 2 Comfort Controls 3 - 2 Automatic Electronic Climate Control 3 - 5 Passenger T emperature Control (Optio[...]

3-2 Comfort Controls This section tells you how to operate your climate control system. Y our vehicle may be equipped with a passenger compartment air filter . For more information, see “Passenger Compartment Air Filter” in the Index. Automatic Electronic Climate Contr ol Y our vehicle is equipped with an automatic electronic climate control sy[...]

3-3 T emperature Buttons Maintain the temperature inside the vehicle by using the red and blue arrows located below the digital display . If you want a warmer comfort level, push the red arrow . If you want a cooler comfort level, push the blue arrow . Y our selected comfort setting will be shown on the digital display for five seconds, then the ou[...]

3-4 (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air conditioning compressor on and off. The air conditioning indicator light will illuminate. In the automatic mode, the air conditioning compressor will only operate when the system determines it is needed. (Recirculation): Press this button to limit the amount of outside air entering your vehi[...]

3-5 In cold weather , the system will delay turning on the fan to avoid blowing cold air into the vehicle. The length of the delay depends on the engine coolant temperature and the outside temperature. T urning the right mode knob will override this delay by turning off the automatic mode and changing the fan speed. Y our automatic electronic clima[...]

3-6 Comfort Controls Personalization (If Equipped) This feature enables up to two drivers to store and recall comfort control settings for temperature, air delivery mode and fan speed. The memory buttons (1 or 2) for this feature are located on the driver ’ s door panel and correspond to the numbers (1 or 2) found on the back of each remote keyle[...]

3-7 On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let the hot air out. This reduces the time required to cool the interior of the vehicle to a comfortable temperature. If the system is in the automatic mode (left and right mode knob indicator lights are on), during very hot days the system will automatically go to the recirculation mode and the[...]

3-8 Rear Window Defogger (Rear Defogger): Press this button to warm the defogger grid on the rear window . An indicator light below the button will glow while the rear window defogger is operating. At speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h), the rear defogger will stay on until you press the rear button again. At speeds below 30 mph (48 km/h), the rear defog[...]

3-9 T urn the thumbwheel between the front outlets to open and close the outlets. Adjust the direction of airflow from side to side with the levers in the center of each outlet. Move the control between the rear outlets up to direct airflow through the upper outlets. Move the control down to direct airflow through the floor ducts. Adjust the direct[...]

3-10 Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control Some heating and cooling controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Other touch controls also operate some audio controls. See “Audio Steering Wheel Controls” later in this section. ∧ ∨ (Fan): Press the up arrow on the fan button to override the automatic fan control and increase the fan[...]

3-1 1 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette T ape and Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS) Standard Radio -- Bose Not Shown Playing the Radio POWER: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. V OLUME: T urn the knob clockwise to increase volume. T urn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. SCV (Speed - Compensate[...]

3-12 T o scan preset stations, press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than four seconds, PRESET SCAN will appear on the display . Y ou will hear a double beep and the P will blink with the preset number . The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station. Press[...]

3-13 If your vehicle has the Bose radio, the AUTO EQ button will work the same, except the radio will display EQ1 through EQ6 as the choices instead of displaying the equalization setting names. These settings can be used while listening to the radio or the CD player . The radio saves separate AUTO EQ settings for each preset and source. Adjusting [...]

3-14 Finding a PTY Preset Station T o find a PTY preset station, perform the following steps: 1. Press the P - TYPE button to turn on PTY select. PTY will be displayed and the light next to the button will turn on. The last selected PTY will appear on the display for five seconds. 2. T urn the P - TYPE knob clockwise or counterclockwise to select t[...]

3-15 Setting PTY Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite Program T ypes (PTYs). These pushbuttons have factory PTY presets. Y ou can set up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2. 2. Press the P - TYPE button to activate program type mode. 3. T urn [...]

3-16 Playing a Cassette T ape Y our tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. T apes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player . The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right. If the ignition is on, but the radio is off, the tape can be inserted and will[...]

3-17 SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to search for the next or previous selection on the tape. Y our tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for seek to work. Y ou can skip nine selections forward or backward on the tape. Choose how many selections you want to skip. Press the right or left SEEK arrows that many [...]

3-18 WRAPPED: When this message is displayed, the tape is wrapped around the tape head. Attempt to get the cassette out. T ry a new tape. CLEAN PLA YR (Clean Player): This message may also appear on the radio display to indicate that the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible [...]

3-19 SEEK : Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. Press the right arrow to go to the next track. If you hold this button or press it more than once, the player will continue moving backward or forward through the disc. SCAN : Press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds until y[...]

3-20 Compact Disc Messages CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio display and the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: The road is too rough. The disc should play when the road is smoother . The disc is dirty , scratched, wet or upside down. The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. If the CD i[...]

3-21 T runk-Mounted CD Changer (Option) W ith the optional compact disc changer , you can play up to 12 discs continuously . Normal size discs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazine. The small discs (8 cm) can be played only with specially designed trays. NOTICE: Place large objects in the truck appropriately so that they will not c[...]

3-22 Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine, slide open the door of the compact disc (CD) changer . Push the magazine into the changer in the direction of the arrow marked on top of the magazine. Close the door by sliding it all the way to the right. If the door is left partially open, the changer will not operate and an error will occur . [...]

3-23 All of the CD functions are controlled by the radio pushbuttons except for ejecting the magazine. Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer , the compact disc symbol will appear on the radio display . If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs, the compact disc symbol will flash on the display until the changer is read[...]

3-24 SCAN : Press and hold the right arrow until SCAN appears on the display . The disc will scan to the next track, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next track. Press this button again to stop scanning. The sound will mute while scanning. T o scan a few seconds of each loaded disc, press and hold the right arrow for two seconds until P SC[...]

3-25 Personal Choice Radio Controls (If Equipped) This feature enables up to two drivers to store and recall personal settings for AM and FM presets, last tuned station, volume, tone and audio source (radio, cassette or CD). The memory buttons (1 or 2) for this feature are located on the driver ’ s door panel and correspond to the numbers (1 or 2[...]

3-26 Audio Steering Wheel Controls W ith this feature, you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. V OL (V olume): Press the up or down arrow to increase or decrease volume. ∧ ∨ ∧ SEEK: Press this button to seek to the next radio station. When playing a cassette tape or compact disc, press this button to [...]

3-27 Tips About Y our Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Y our hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. T ake precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it. T [...]

3-28 Care of Y our Cassette T ape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality , ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape play[...]

3-29 Y ou may also choose a non - scrubbing action, wet - type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own. A non - scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner . The use of a non - scrubbing action, dry - type cleaning casset[...]

3-30 Diversity Antenna System Y our AM - FM antennas are located in the front windshield and rear window . Be sure that the inside surfaces of the front windshield and rear window are not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surfaces are damaged, they could interfere with radio reception. Also, for proper radio r[...]

4- 4-1 Section 4 Y our Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. W e’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. 4 - 2 Defensive Driving 4 - 3 Drunken Driving 4 - 6 Control of a V ehicle 4 - 6 Braking 4 - 9 T raction Control System (If Equipped) 4 - 1 1[...]

4-2 Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively . Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See “Safety Belts” in the Index. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.?[...]

4-3 Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy . It’ s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year . Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination V ision Attentiveness. Police records show that al[...]

4-4 According to the American Medical Association, a 180 - lb. (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 - ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 - ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 - 1/2 ounces (45 ml) of a liquor like[...]

4-5 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply[...]

4-6 Control of a V ehicle Y ou have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator . All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’ s easy to ask more of those control systems than t[...]

4-7 A void needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Y our brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Y our brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow re[...]

4-8 Let’ s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely . Suddenly , an animal jumps out in front of you. Y ou slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’ s what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel [...]

4-9 Remember: Anti - lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti - lock[...]

4-10 If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may reengage the cruise control. See “Cruise Control” in the Index. United States Canada This light should come on briefly when you sta[...]

4-1 1 Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Magnetic-Speed V ariable Assist Steering Y our vehicle is equipped with a steering system that continuously adjusts the ef fort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds. It p[...]

4-12 If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. T ry to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. W ait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway . S[...]

4-13 Off - Road Recovery Y ou may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy . Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way , steer so that your vehicle straddles the ed[...]

4-14 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity . For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. When it looks lik[...]

4-15 Loss of Control Let’ s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency , don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less d[...]

4-16 Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively . Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps b[...]

4-17 No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50 - year - old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 - year - old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise[...]

4-18 Driving in Rain and on W et Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire - to - road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’ s always wise to go slower and be cautious if [...]

4-19 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. T ry to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. CAUTION: W et brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. Y o[...]

4-20 Hydroplaning doesn’ t happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low . It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple” the water ’ s surface, there could be hydroplaning. Hydr[...]

4-21 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. Y ou’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unk[...]

4-22 Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. T oo - [...]

4-23 The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply . The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer , not to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are. Before Leaving on a Long T rip Make sure you’re ready . T ry[...]

4-24 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever . There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery , along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of[...]

4-25 If you drive regularly in steep country , or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills. The mos[...]

4-26 Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter . Y ou may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Include an ice scraper , a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of refle[...]

4-27 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However , if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. Y ou’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful. What’ s the worst time for this? “W e[...]

4-28 Y our anti - lock brakes improve your vehicle’ s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti - lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti - Lock” in the Index. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. W atch for slippery spo[...]

4-29 T ie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow . Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. Y ou can [...]

4-30 Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. T o help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises eve[...]

4-31 Dinghy T owing NOTICE: T owing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components. Y our vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. If your vehicle must be towed, you should use a dolly . See “Dolly T owing” following for more information. Dolly T owing Y our vehicle can be towed[...]

4-32 Loading Y our V ehicle T wo labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry . The Tire - Loading Information label, found on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door , tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressure for the tires on your vehicle. It also gives you important information about the numbe[...]

4-33 CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or r ear GA WR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. NOTICE: Y our warranty does not cover parts[...]

4-34 T owing a T railer CAUTION: If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly , you can lose control when you pull a trailer . For example, if the trailer is too heavy , the brakes may not work well -- or even at all. Y ou and your passengers could be seriously injured. Y ou may also damage your vehicle; the resulting r epairs would [...]

4-35 If Y ou Do Decide T o Pull A T railer If you do, here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. Con[...]

4-36 W eight of the T railer T ongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross V ehicle W eight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And if you tow a trailer , [...]

4-37 T otal W eight on Y our V ehicle’s Tir es Be sure your vehicle’ s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. Y ou’ll find these numbers on the T ire–Loading Information label at the rear edge of the driver ’ s door or see “Loading Y our V ehicle” in the Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your veh[...]

4-38 Driving with a T railer T owing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer . And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not[...]

4-39 T urn Signals When T owing a T railer When you tow a trailer , your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your dealer . The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about [...]

4-40 When Y ou Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: start your engine, shift into a gear , and release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance Whe[...]

5- 5-1 Section 5 Pr oblems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5 - 2 Hazard W arning Flashers 5 - 2 Other W arning Devices 5 - 3 Jump Starting 5 - 10 T owing Y our V ehicle 5 - 10 Engine Overheating 5 - 13 Cooling System 5 - 19 If a T ire Goes Flat 5 - 19 Changing a Flat T ire 5 - 29 Compact Spa[...]

5-2 Hazard W arning Flashers Y our hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Y our front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located in the center of the instrument panel. Y our hazard flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if[...]

5-3 Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely . CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you. They contain gas that can explode or ignite. They contain enough el[...]

5-4 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12 - volt battery with a negative ground system. NOTICE: If the other system isn’t a 12 - volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other . If they are, it could ca[...]

5-5 T o access the remote positive (+) terminal, remove the cover . If your vehicle has the 4.0L V8 engine, it has a remote negative ( - ) terminal, marked “GND,” located near the power steering fluid reservoir . See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. Y ou will not see the battery of your vehicle un[...]

5-6 CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water . Y ou don’t need to add water to the ACDelco battery installed in every new GM vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure t[...]

5-7 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery . Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery . Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative ([...]

5-8 9. Connect the other end of the negative ( - ) cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery , but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. Use a remote negative ( - ) terminal if the vehicle has one. If your vehicle has the[...]

5-9 Jumper Cable Removal A. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) T erminal B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote Negative ( - ) T erminals C. Heavy , Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative ( - ) T erminal T o disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( - ) cable from the v[...]

5-10 T owing Y our V ehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational V ehicle T owing” in the Index. Engine Over[...]

5-1 1 If Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly , even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) from the vehicle until it cools down. W ait until there is no sig[...]

5-12 If No Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine An overheat warning, along with a low coolant message, can indicate a serious problem. See “Low Coolant Message” in the Index. If you get an engine overheat warning with no low coolant message, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot[...]

5-13 Cooling System When you decide it’ s safe to lift the hood, here’ s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Surge T ank with Pressure Cap B. T wo Electric Engine Cooling Fans CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underho[...]

5-14 A low coolant level should be indicated by a LOW ENGINE COOLANT message on the Driver Information Center . If it is, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator , water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t [...]

5-15 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge T ank If you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level isn’t at the proper level (below the base of the filler neck), add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX - COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank, bu[...]

5-16 CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water , or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the pr oper coolant mixture will. Y our vehicle’ s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. W ith plain water or the wrong mixtur e, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’[...]

5-17 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. Y ou can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. T urn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise (left) about one - quarter turn and then stop. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A [...]

5-18 4. W ith the coolant sur ge tank pressure cap of f, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. W atch out for the engine cooling fans. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower . If the level is lower , add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until t[...]

5-19 If a Tir e Goes Flat It’ s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly . If air goes out of a tire, it’ s much more likely to leak out slowly . But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat[...]

5-20 The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. Removing the Spare T ire and T ools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside of the tire cover . Y ou can rest the cover near you for easy reference while you change the tire. 1. Lift the tire cover to gain access[...]

5-21 2. Remove the wheel wrench and jack from the jack container . 3. Remove the compact spare tire from the trunk. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and the wheel wrench (B). Removing the Wheel Cover Insert the hooked end of the wheel wrench in one of the two small notches in the center cover and pry the cover off. Do not drop the c[...]

5-22 Removing the Flat Tir e and Installing the Spare T ir e 1. Position the wheel wrench securely over the wheel nuts and turn the wrench counterclockwise to loosen, but don’t remove them. 2. Attach the wheel wrench to the bolt on the end of the jack to create a jack handle. 3. T urn the wheel wrench counterclockwise by hand to lower the jack he[...]

5-23 4. Near each wheel well is a notch in the frame to position the jack head. Position the jack under the vehicle and raise the jack head until it fits firmly against the sheet metal. Do not raise the vehicle yet. Put the compact spare tire near you. CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the [...]

5-24 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise on the jack. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there’ s enough room for the compact spare tire to fit. 6. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on th[...]

5-25 8. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel - mounting surface. 9. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. T ighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. If a nut cannot be tightened by hand, use the wheel wrench, and see your dealer right away . 10. Lower the vehicle by turning the wh[...]

5-26 1 1. Using the wheel wrench, tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. CAUTION: Incorr ect wheel nuts or impr operly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the corr ect wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sur e to get new GM origi[...]

5-27 Storing the Flat Tir e and T ools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury . In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible. Store the jack and wheel wre[...]

5-28 Storing the Spare T ire and T ools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury . In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. The compact spare tire is for temporary use only . Replace the compact spare tire with a[...]

5-29 Compact Spare T ir e Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new , it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly . It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated. Th[...]

5-30 If Y ou’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution. CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can expl[...]

6- 6-1 Section 6 Service and Appearance Car e Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care. 6 - 2 Service 6 - [...]

6-2 Service Y our dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. W e hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. Y ou’ll get genuine GM parts and GM - trained and supported service people. W e hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Y our Own Service W o[...]

6-3 CAUTION: Y ou can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper r eplacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. Be sur e to use the pr oper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “Eng[...]

6-4 Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian V ehicle Manufacturers’ Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasolines meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability [...]

6-5 Additives Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane - enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT . General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life [...]

6-6 Filling Y our T ank CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently , and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or r efueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel door on the driver ’ s side of the vehicle.[...]

6-7 T o open the fuel door , press the button located on the driver ’ s door trim near the trunk release button. The ignition does not need to be on. The remote fuel door release will work in all transaxle positions. The trunk release lockout switch must be in OFF for the fuel door to open. The fuel door can be opened manually in case of a power [...]

6-8 While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door . T o remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right. CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burn[...]

6-9 The CHECK GAS CAP DIC message will come on if the fuel cap is not properly reinstalled. NOTICE: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the right type. Y our dealer can get one for you. If you get the wrong type, it may not fit pr operly . This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions sys[...]

6-10 Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, wind[...]

6-1 1 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release. 3. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly . Then pull the hood down and close it firmly .[...]

6-12 Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3.5 L V6 engine, here’ s what you’ll see:[...]

6-13 A. Engine Compartment Fuse Block B. W indshield W asher Fluid Reservoir C. Engine Coolant Surge T ank D. Remote Positive (+) T erminal E. Heavy , Unpainted Metal Engine Part F . Passenger Compartment Air Filter G. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir H. Engine Oil Fill Cap I. Engine Oil Dipstick J. Automatic T ransaxle Fluid Dipstick K. Brake Fluid [...]

6-14 When you open the hood on the 4.0 L V8 engine, here’ s what you’ll see:[...]

6-15 A. Engine Compartment Fuse Block B. W indshield W asher Fluid Reservoir C. Engine Coolant Surge T ank D. Remote Positive (+) Battery T erminal E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F . Passenger Compartment Air Filter G. Remote Negative ( - ) T erminal H. Engine Oil Fill Cap I. Engine Oil Dipstick J. Brake Fluid Reservoir K. Automatic T ransaxle F[...]

6-16 Checking Engine Oil It’ s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick is located near the front of the engine compartment. The top of the dipstick is a round yellow loop. See “Engine Compartment Overv[...]

6-17 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity , see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index. NOTICE: Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has so much o[...]

6-18 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you change your own oil, be sure you use oil that has the star[...]

6-19 As in the chart shown previously , SAE 5W - 30 is best for your vehicle. However , you can use SAE 10W - 30 if it’ s going to be 0 F ( - 18 C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity , or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W - 50. NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute [...]

6-20 If the system is ever reset accidentally , you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. How to Reset the Oil Life System The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is chang[...]

6-21 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/filter is in the engine compartment on the driver ’ s side of the vehicle. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. T o check or replace the engine air cleaner/filter , do the following: 1. Unscrew the two wing screws on the outboard side of the hous[...]

6-22 CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air , it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t ther e, and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Don’t drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner/filter of[...]

6-23 T o check or replace the air filter , do the following: 1. W ith the hood open, unlatch and remove the access panel. 2. T o remove the filter , press on the spring tab on the side of the filter housing and pull the filter out of the housing. 3. T o install the new filter , press on the spring tab and insert the filter into the housing. The fil[...]

6-24 How to Check Because this operation can be a little dif ficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. NOTICE: T oo much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle. T oo much can mean that som[...]

6-25 Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows: Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. W ith the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in P ARK (P). W ith your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lev[...]

6-26 How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. If the fluid level is low , add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross - hatched area on the dipstick. 1. Pull out the dipstick. 2. Using a long - neck funnel,[...]

6-27 Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX - COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX - COOL extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low . If[...]

6-28 What to Use Use a mixture of one - half clean, drinkable water and one - half DEX - COOL coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water , or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil befo[...]

6-29 Checking Coolant The engine coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger ’ s side of the vehicle. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. CAUTION: T urning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out [...]

6-30 If the LOW ENGINE COOLANT DIC message comes on and stays on, it means you’re low on engine coolant. Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX - COOL coolant mixture at the sur ge tank , but only when the engine is cool. CAUTION: Y ou can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, a[...]

6-31 Cooling System Pressur e Cap The cooling system pressure cap is located on the surge tank. NOTICE: Y our cooling system pressur e cap is a 18 psi (124 kPa) pressur e - type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is near the c[...]

6-32 When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for reservoir location. Ho[...]

6-33 Adding W asher Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’ s instructions for adding water . Don’t mix water with ready - to - use washer fluid. W ater can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and o[...]

6-34 Brakes Brake Fluid Y our brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver ’ s side of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT - 3 brake fluid. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an accepta[...]

6-35 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT - 3 brake fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only . See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir . CAUTION: With the [...]

6-36 Brake W ear Y our vehicle has four - wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built - in wear indicators that make a high - pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). CAUTION: The br[...]

6-37 Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Y our vehicle was designed and tested with top - quality GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system -- for example, when your brake linings we[...]

6-38 T o be sure the vent hose (A) is properly attached, the vent hose connectors (B) must be securely reattached to the vent outlets (C) on each side of the battery , and the vent assembly grommet (D) must be secured to the floor pan (E). V ehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative ([...]

6-39 Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb to use, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer . Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. Y ou or others could be injured. Be sur e to read and follow th[...]

6-40 3. Disconnect the wiring harness from the headlamp assembly . 4. Lift the tabs to remove the bulb from the assembly . 5. Replace the bulb. 6. Push the bulb assembly in and turn it clockwise to install the bulb assembly into the headlamp assembly . 7. Then reconnect the wiring harness to the lamp assembly .[...]

6-41 8. Slide the lamp assembly back into place by lining up the track on the bottom of the assembly with the guide on the vehicle. 9. Then connect the outboard snap mounting pin. 10. Secure the lamp assembly with the two bolts. Headlamp Aiming Y our vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal aim indicators. The ai[...]

6-42 NOTICE: T o make sure your headlamps are aimed properly , read all the instructions befor e beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts. The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a light colored wall or other flat surface. T[...]

6-43 Headlamp Horizontal Aiming T urn the horizontal aiming screw (A) until the indicator (B) is lined up with zero. Once the horizontal aim is adjusted, then adjust the vertical aim. Headlamp V ertical Aiming NOTICE: Horizontal aiming must be performed before making any adjustments to the vertical aim. Adjusting the vertical aim first will result [...]

6-44 4. T urn on the low - beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being aimed. This should allow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the flat surface. NOTICE: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut - off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat bu[...]

6-45 5. T urn the vertical aiming screw (C) until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. The top edge of the cut - off should be positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line. 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the opposite headlamp. Front T urn Signals and Parking Lamps Once the headlamp assembly has been removed from the veh[...]

6-46 Rear T urn Signals, Stoplamps, T aillamps and Back-up Lamps 1. Open the trunk. 2. T urn the screws located inside of the trunk counterclockwise and remove them. 3. Remove the plastic trim piece from the trunk. 4. Pull the carpeting away from the rear corner of the trunk. 5. Remove the three nuts holding the lamp in place and remove the lamp as[...]

6-47 Windshield W iper Blade Replacement W indshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “W iper Blade Check” in the Index for more information. T o replace the wiper blade assembly , do the following: 1. Lift the wiper arm up from the windshield and set it in the vertically locked position. 2. Push [...]

6-48 Tire s Y our new vehicle comes with high - quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer . If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Oldsmobile W arranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tir es are danger ous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as [...]

6-49 Inflation -- Tir e Pressur e The T ire - Loading Information label, which is on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door , shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you th[...]

6-50 Check Tir e Pr essure System The check tire pressure system can alert you to a large change in the pressure of one tire. The system won’t alert you before you drive that a tire is low or flat. Y ou must begin driving before the system will work properly . The LOW TIRE PRESSURE message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) if pre[...]

6-51 Don’t reset the check tire pressure system without first correcting the cause of the problem and checking and adjusting the pressure in all four tires. If you reset the system when the tire pressures are incorrect, the check tire pressure system will not work properly and may not alert you when a tire is low or high. T o reset (calibrate) th[...]

6-52 Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the T ire - Loading Information label. Reset the Check T ire Pressure System. See “Check T ire Pressure System” in the Index. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See[...]

6-53 Buying New Tir es T o find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the T ire - Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a T ire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’ s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number . That way your vehi[...]

6-54 Uniform Tir e Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: T readwear 200 T raction AA T emperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway T raffic Safety Administration, which grades ti[...]

6-55 T emperature -- A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’ s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and redu[...]

6-56 Each new wheel should have the same load - carrying capacity , diameter , width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way , you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts[...]

6-57 T ire Chains CAUTION: If your vehicle has P235/55R17 size tires, don’t use tire chains, ther e’ s not enough clearance. Tir e chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tir e chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle[...]

6-58 Appearance Care Remember , cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer ’ s warnin[...]

6-59 Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set. Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the en[...]

6-60 Cleaning V inyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. Y ou may have to do it more than once. Things like tar , asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them of f quickly . Use a clean cloth and a vinyl/leather cleaner . See your dealer for this product. Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth wit[...]

6-61 Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry . CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate pr otection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water . Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid h[...]

6-62 Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and W iper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer , or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a full - strength glass cleaning liquid. The windshield is clean if beads[...]

6-63 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water , a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “W ashing Y our V ehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. Y ou can get GM - app[...]

6-64 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome - Plated Wheels Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water . Rinse with clean water . After rinsing thoroughly , dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, chemicals, ab[...]

6-65 Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away . Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch - up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corre[...]

6-66 GM V ehicle Care/Appearance Materials[...]

6-67 V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver ’ s side. Y ou can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the V ehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certif[...]

6-68 Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty . Some add - on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Y our [...]

6-69 Fuses and Circuit Br eakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver - colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad[...]

6-70 Minifuse Usage 1 Not Used 2 Accessory 3 W indshield W ipers 4 Not Used 5 Left Low - Beam Headlamp 6 Right Low - Beam Headlamp 7 Spare 8 Powertrain Control Module Battery Minifuse Usage 9 Right High - Beam Headlamp 10 Left High - Beam Headlamp 1 1 Ignition 1 12 Not Used 13 T ransaxle 14 Cruise Control 15 Direct Ignition System 16 Injector Bank [...]

6-71 Micro Relays Usage 27 High - Beam Headlamp 28 Low - Beam Headlamp 29 Fog Lamps 30 Daytime Running Lamps 31 Horn 32 Air Conditioner Clutch 33 HV AC Solenoid Mini Relays Usage 34 Accessory 35 Air Pump 36 Starter 1 37 Cooling Fan 2 38 Ignition 1 39 Cooling Fan Series/Parallel 40 Cooling Fan 1 Maxibreaker Usage 41 Starter MaxiFuses Usage 42 Not Us[...]

6-72 Removing the Rear Seat Cushion T o access the battery and rear compartment fuse panels, the rear seat cushion must be removed. This procedure is somewhat dif ficult. Y ou may wish to have your dealer do this for you. NOTICE: The battery and main fuse blocks are located under the rear seat cushion. The battery’ s ground terminal and some rela[...]

6-73 T o reinstall the rear seat cushion, do the following: 1. Buckle the center passenger position safety belt, and then route the safety belts through the proper slots in the seat cushion. Don’t let the safety belt get twisted. 2. Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the seatback so the rear locating guides hook into the wire loops on the[...]

6-74 Rear Underseat Fuse Block The rear fuse block is located beneath the rear seat on the driver ’ s side. The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the fuse block. See “Removing the Rear Seat Cushion” earlier in this section. Minifuses Usage 1 Fuel Pump 2 HV AC Blower 3 Memory 4 ALDL 5 Rear Fog Lamps 6 Compact Disc (CD) 7 Driver ’ s[...]

6-75 Minifuses Usage 10 Right Parking Lamp 1 1 V ent Solenoid 12 Ignition 1 13 Left Parking Lamp 14 Dimmer 15 Not Used 16 Left Front Heated Seat 17 Not Used 18 Rear Door Module 19 Stoplamp 20 Park/Reverse 21 Audio 22 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 23 Not Used 24 Not Used 25 Passenger Door Module 26 Body 27 Interior Lamps 28 Not Used 29 Ignition Swi[...]

6-76 Micro Relays Usage 47 Fuel T ank Door Lock 48 Not Used 49 Ignition 3 50 Fuel T ank Door Release 51 Interior Lamps 52 T runk Release 53 Front Courtesy Lamps 54 Not Used 55 Electronic Level Control (ELC) Circuit Breakers Usage 56 Power Seats 57 Power W indows Mini Relays Usage 58 Cigar 59 Rear Defogger MaxiFuses Usage 60 Not Used 61 Rear Defog 6[...]

6-77 Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Bulb Front Halogen Headlamps Low Beam 9006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High Beam 9005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front T urn Signal Lamps 3157NA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear Back - Up Lamps 3155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stop/T ailla[...]

6-78 Engine Specifications The following engine specifications are for the (LX5) 3.5L V6. VIN Engine Code H . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . T ype V6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Displacement 212 cubic inches (3.5L) . . . . . . . . . . . . Firing Order 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 . . . . . .[...]

6-79 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts The following replacement parts are for the (LX5) 3.5L V6. Air Cleaner Element A - 1096C* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Passenger Compartment Air Filter GM Part # 25654414 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine Oil Filter PF - 2129* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel Filter GF - 627* . . . . . .[...]

7- 7-1 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Y our vehicle needs these services to retain its safety , dependability and emission control performance. 7 - 2 Introduction 7 - 4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 - 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 - 16 Part B: Owner Checks and Services 7 - 20 Par[...]

7-2 Have you pur chased the GM Pr otection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your W arranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Introduction Y our V ehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All r[...]

7-3 How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer ’ s service department or another[...]

7-4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Y our Maintenance Schedule W e at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. Y ou may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather . Y ou[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-5 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle.[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-6 Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Reset the system. Y our vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter . This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, a[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-7[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-8[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-9 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary . An Emission [...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-10 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Replace passenger compartment air filter . If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits, open the throttle valve and inspect all surfaces. Clean as required. An Emission Contr ol Service. (See[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-1 1 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary . An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote .) Replace passenger compartment air filter . If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Rotate ti[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-12 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Replace passenger compartment air filter . If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require [...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-13 67,500 Miles (1 12 500 km) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary . An Emis[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-14 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Replace passenger compartment air filter . If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits, open the throttle valve and inspect all surfaces. Clean as required. An Emission Contr ol Service. (Se[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-15 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Replace spark plugs. An Emission Contr ol Service. Change automatic transaxle fluid and bottom screens if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traf fic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F (32 C) or higher . – In hilly or mountai[...]

7-16 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety , dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, ma[...]

7-17 At Least T wice a Y ear Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly . Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any[...]

7-18 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly . If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below . 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary[...]

7-19 Ignition T ransaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. The key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in P ARK (P). The key should come out only in OFF . Parking Brake and Automatic T ransaxle P ARK (P) Mechanism Check CAUTION: When you are doing t[...]

7-20 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). Y ou should let your dealer ’ s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sur e any necessary r epairs ar e completed at once. Proper pr[...]

7-21 Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser . T o help ensure proper[...]

7-22 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer . USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity . T o determine the preferred viscosi[...]

7-23 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Key Lock Cylinders Multi - Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Floor Shift Linkage Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2 Category LB or GC - LB. Hood Latch Assembly , Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release [...]

7-24 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should r[...]

7-25 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED[...]

7-26 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED[...]

8- 8-1 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Oldsmobile if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. 8 - 2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 - 4 Customer Assistance for T ext T elephone (TTY) Users 8 - 4 Customer Assistance Offi[...]

8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedur e Y our satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Oldsmobile. Normally , any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer ’ s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however , despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandi[...]

8-3 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-442-6537. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-26[...]

8-4 Y ou may contact the BBB using the toll - free telephone number or write them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 W ilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, V A 22203 - 1804 T elephone: 1 - 800 - 955 - 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limit[...]

8-5 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For T ext T elephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexi[...]

8-6 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Featur es and Benefits Security While Y ou T ravel 1 - 800 - 442 - OLDS (6537) As the proud owner of a new Oldsmobile vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance program. This value - added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or t[...]

8-7 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance specifically excludes coverage for mounting, dismounting or changing of snow tires, chains or other traction devices. In some cases, where service is impractical, the driver may be authorized to obtain other service for which reimbursement is provided. In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Oldsm[...]

8-8 Courtesy T ransportation Oldsmobile has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. T o enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy T ransportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy T ransportation program is offered to retail purchase/lease[...]

8-9 Public T ransportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement up to $30 per day (five days maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses u[...]

8-10 Canadian V ehicles: For warranty repairs during the Complete V ehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New V ehicle Limited W arranty , alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy T ransportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. General Motors r eserves the right to unilaterally modify , change[...]

8-1 1 REPOR TING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify T ransport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. Y ou may write to: T ransport Canada 330 Sparks Street T ower C Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5 REPOR T ING SAFET[...]

8-12 SER VICE PUBLICA TIONS ORDERING INFORMA TION Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body , etc. RET AIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 T ransmission, T ransaxle, T ransfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair ser[...]