Chevrolet Malibu 2007 Chevrolet Malibu manual

Seats and Restraint Systems ....................... 7 Front Seats .............................................. 8 Rear Seats ............................................. 17 Safety Belts ............................................ 20 Child Restraints ...................................... 44 Airbag System ........................................ [...]

Service and Appearance Care .................. 3 39 Service ................................................. 34 2 Fuel ...................................................... 34 4 Checking Things Under the Hood ........................................... 3 5 0 Bulb Replacement ................................ 39 0 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement[...]

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How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If this is done, it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle. Pictures and words work together in the owner manual to explain things. Index A good place to quickly locate information about the vehicle [...]

Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this manual you will find these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell what to do to help av[...]

These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: 6[...]

Front Seats ..................................................... 8 Manual Seats ................................................ 8 Power Seat ................................................... 9 Manual Lumbar ............................................. 9 Heated Seats .............................................. 10 Reclining Seatbacks ........[...]

Front Seats Manual Seats { CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving. Lift the bar located under the front o[...]

Power Seat If the vehicle has a power seat, the control used to operate it is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat. To adjust the seat, do any of the following: • Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. • Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up [...]

Heated Seats Your vehicle may have heated front seats. The buttons are located on the outboard side of the driver’s and front passenger’s seats. Press the top of the switch to turn the feature on. The seat will heat to the high setting. The indicator light above the switch will be lit next to the number 2. Press the top of the switch again to g[...]

The seats have manual reclining seatbacks. The lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seats. To recline the seatback, do the following: 1. Lift the recline lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. [...]

{ CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck o[...]

Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant’s head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Pull the restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. The rea[...]

Passenger Folding Seatback (Maxx) Your vehicle may have a passenger folding seatback. This feature allows for more cargo space or allows the seatback to be used as a temporary table while the vehicle is stopped. { CAUTION: If you fold the seatback forward to carry longer objects, such as skis, be sure any such cargo is not near an airbag. In a cras[...]

To fold the seatback forward, do the following: 1. Make sure the seatback is in the most upright position and locked by using the reclining seatback lever on the outboard side of the seat. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 10 . 2. If your vehicle has the passenger folding seat without a side impact airbag, press either lever located on the back of th[...]

{ CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. 2. Push and pull the seatback to make sure it is locked into place. 3. Use the reclining seatback lever to adjust the seatback to a comfortable [...]

Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Folding the Seatback Your vehicle has a split folding rear seatback. To fold down the rear seatback on the sedan, do the following: 1. Open the trunk and pull one or both of the handles located on the upper part of the trunk opening. The driver’s side handle will open the larger side of the seatback. The passenger?[...]

Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. 2. Once a lever is pulled, the seatback can be pushed into the down position. { CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it cou[...]

{ CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted. To return the seatback [...]

Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are 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 safety belts. { CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you are not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can b[...]

Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 203 . In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here is why: They work . You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, a[...]

Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it. 22[...]

Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 23[...]

or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense. 24[...]

Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I am wearing a safety belt? A: You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get [...]

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 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 dif ferent rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see Older Children on page 44 or Infants and Young Children on page 47 . Follow those[...]

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 is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 43 . 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. 5. Move the shoulder belt height ad[...]

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 would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should g[...]

Q: What is wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. { CAUTION: You 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. 29[...]

Q: What is wrong with this? A: The lap belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. { CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug o[...]

Q: What is wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. { CAUTION: You 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 into the[...]

Q: What is wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. { CAUTION: You 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 too much[...]

Q: What is wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. 33[...]

To unlatch the belt, 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. Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is [...]

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy. The best [...]

Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who a[...]

2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 43 . Make sure the release button on the buckle is pos[...]

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 would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should g[...]

To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head. Malibu Sedan There is[...]

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. 40[...]

{ CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 4. Buckle, position, and release the safety belt as de[...]

Malibu MAXX There is a safety belt routing guide attached to each outside passenger position in the rear seat of the Malibu MAXX. Here is how to use the safety belt routing guide: 1. Slide the edge of the safety belt (D) through the opening at the top of the guide (B). 2. Adjust the safety belt so that it lies flat against the lower level (C) or t[...]

Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger. Although you cannot see them, they are part of the safety belt assembly. They help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activat[...]

Child Restraints 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: 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 sho[...]

{ CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can not properly spread 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 belt i[...]

{ 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. Wherever t[...]

Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age[...]

{ CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not weigh much — until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby [...]

{ CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts of fer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and [...]

Q: What are the dif ferent types of add-on child restraints? A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height, and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the [...]

{ CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child’s abdomen. In a crash, the bel[...]

A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces suc[...]

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 some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. Q: How Should I Use a Child Restraint? A: A child restraint system [...]

Securing an Add-on Child Restraint in the Vehicle { CAUTION: A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Make sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle’s safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that restrai[...]

Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint There are several systems for securing the child within the child restraint. One system, the three-point harness, has straps that come down over each of the infant’s shoulders and buckle together at the crotch. The five-point harness system has two shoulder straps, two hip straps, and a crotch strap.[...]

Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat. Here is why: { CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. Even though the pa[...]

Configurations for Use of Child Restraints A. Child restraint using LATCH B. Child restraint or occupant using safety belt A. Occupant prohibited B. Child restraint using LATCH A. Child restraint using LATCH B. Child restraint or occupant using safety belt C. Child restraint using safety belt or LATCH or occupant using safety belt A. Child restrai[...]

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH-compati[...]

Top Tether Anchor A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (B) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash. Yo[...]

Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations i (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. j (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. To assist you in locating the lower anchors, each rear anchor position has a label, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. For sedan models, each rear seating [...]

For sedan models, the top tether anchors are located behind the rear seat on the filler panel. For MAXX models, the top tether anchors are located on the back of the rear seatback. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Do not secure a child restraint in th[...]

Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 55 for additional information. Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System { CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the restraint will not be able to protec[...]

{ CAUTION: Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Secure any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock, if your vehicle has one, after the child[...]

A. Passenger’s Side Rear Seat Lower Anchors B. Center Rear Seat Lower Anchors C. Driver’s Side Rear Seat Lower Anchors A. Passenger’s Side Rear Seat Lower Anchors B. Center Rear Seat Lower Anchors C. Driver’s Side Rear Seat Lower Anchors Make sure to attach the child restraint at the proper anchor location. Sedan MAXX 64[...]

This system is designed to make installation of child restraints easier. When using lower anchors, do not use the vehicle’s safety belts. Instead use the vehicle’s anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints. Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether. 1. Attach and tighten the lower attachments [...]

If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback. If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts. See Head Restraints on page 13 . If the[...]

Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 58 . If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came [...]

4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpfu[...]

6. If your child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 58 . 7. Push and pull the child restraint in dif ferent directions to be sure it is secure. To [...]

A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbags deploy. { CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-fa[...]

If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat position, move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. See Manual Seats on page 8 or Power Seat on page 9 . If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 58 . There [...]

2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you e[...]

6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are 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. You shou[...]

Airbag System Your vehicle has a frontal airbag for the driver and another frontal airbag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may also have a seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver and for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may also have roof-mounted side impact airbags. Roof-mounted side impact airbags are available for the dr[...]

CAUTION: (Continued) Frontal airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes. They are not designed to inflate in rollover, rear crashes, or in many side crashes. And, for some unrestrained occupants, frontal airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than m[...]

{ CAUTION: Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts of fer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need [...]

The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. If your vehicle has a seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver, it is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 77[...]

If your vehicle has a seat-mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger, it is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. If your vehicle has a roof-mounted side impact airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver, it is in the ceiling above the side windows. 78[...]

If your vehicle has a roof-mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger and the person seated directly behind that passenger, it is in the ceiling above the side windows. { CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injur[...]

When Should an Airbag Inflate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds take into account a variety of desired deployment and no[...]

Frontal airbags (driver and right front passenger) are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts. Your vehicle may or may not have side impact airbags. See Airbag System on page 74 for more information. Side impact airbags are intended to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes. A side impact airba[...]

Airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually. But the frontal airbags would not help you in many types of collisions, including rollovers, rear impacts, and many side impacts, primarily because an occupant’s motion is not toward the airbag. Side impact airbags would [...]

{ CAUTION: When an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates, [...]

Passenger Sensing System Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system. The passenger airbag status indicator on the instrument panel will be visible when you turn your ignition key to ON or START. The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and of f, will be visible during the system check. If you use remote start to start your vehicle from a distance[...]

Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the r[...]

The passenger sensing system is designed to turn of f the right front passenger’s frontal airbag if: • The right front passenger seat is unoccupied. • The system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant seat. • The system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facing child restraint. • The system determi[...]

If the on indicator is still lit, secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer. The passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate) the right front passenger’s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passe[...]

{ CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger’s seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag. See [...]

You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment if your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 91 for more information about modifications that can af fect how the system operates. The passenger sensing system may suppress the airbag deployment when liqui[...]

Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags af fect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle. You do not want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag syste[...]

Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Q: Is there anything I might add to the front or sides of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly. Also, the[...]

Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Now and then, 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 re[...]

Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash { CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any ne[...]

If the frontal airbags inflate you will need to replace the driver’s and right front passengers safety belt retractor assembly. Be sure to do so. Then the new retractor assembly will be there to help protect you in a collision. After a crash you may need to replace the driver and front passenger’s safety belt retractor assemblies, even if the [...]

Keys .............................................................. 97 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System .......... 9 9 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ............................................... 10 0 Doors and Locks ........................................ 10 7 Door Locks ................................................ 10 7 Power [...]

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar ® and Compass ................... 14 0 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass ........................................ 14 2 Outside Power Mirrors ............................... 14 4 Outside Power Heated Mirrors ................... 14 4 Outside Convex Mirror ............................... 14 4[...]

Keys { CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. 97[...]

One key is used for the ignition and all locks. When a new vehicle is delivered, the key has a bar-coded key tag. This tag may be removed by your dealer before it is delivered. Each tag has a key code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the tag in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you’ll be able [...]

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System If the vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system, it operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interfe[...]

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The vehicle’s doors may be locked and unlocked, and the trunk or liftgate may be opened from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 197 feet (60 m) away with the remote keyless entry transmitter. If your vehicle has the remote vehicle start feature, you can also start the vehicle’s engine with the remote keyless en[...]

K (Unlock): Press the unlock button to unlock the driver’s door. If the button is pressed again within five seconds, all remaining doors, and the liftgate will unlock. The interior lamps will turn on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. If enabled through the DIC, the remote unlock feedback can be programmed to have the[...]

Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle 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 GM dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. Each vehicle can have a maximu[...]

To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter do the following: 1. Insert a flat object, with a thin edge, into the notch located below the vehicle locator/panic alarm button, and separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter. 2. Remove the battery and replace it with the new one. Make sure the positive (+) side of[...]

Remote Vehicle Start Your vehicle may have a remote start feature. This feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle. It may also start the vehicle’s heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger. When the remote start system is active and the vehicle has an automatic climate control system, it may automatically [...]

/ (Remote Start): If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the keyless entry transmitter will have a button with this symbol on it. To start the vehicle using the remote start feature, do the following: 1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press and release the transmitter’s lock button, then immediately press and hold the transmitter?[...]

The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if any of the following occur: • The remote start system is disabled through the DIC. • The vehicle’s key is in the ignition. • The vehicle’s hood is open. • The hazard warning flashers are on. • The check engine light is on. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 212 . • The engine[...]

Doors and Locks Door Locks { CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked. So, wear safety belts properly [...]

Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the driver’s and front passenger’s door. Press the top of the switch to unlock all doors and liftgate, if equipped. Press the bottom of the switch to lock all doors and liftgate, if equipped. The rear doors do not have power door lock switches. Rear seat passengers must use the manual[...]

Press the driver’s power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter lock button once. With the key removed from the ignition and the driver’s door open, the following will occur: • Three chimes will sound to signal the delay. • All doors will lock and the turn signals will flash once five seconds after the last door has been[...]

Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle is programmed at the factory to lock all doors automatically when the following are met: • all doors are closed • the ignition is on • the shift lever is moved out of PARK (P). This feature cannot be disabled. When the shift lever is moved back to PARK (P), all doors will unlock. If someone needs[...]

To set the locks, do the following: 1. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the horizontal position. 2. Close the door. When you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the following: 1. Unlock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter, if the vehicle has one, the power door lock switc[...]

Trunk (Sedan) To unlock the trunk from the outside, use the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter. When closing the trunk, close from the center to ensure it fully latches. { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause uncon[...]

You can open the trunk lid on the sedan or the liftgate on the MAXX only while the vehicle is in PARK (P) or the ignition is of f. Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release handle is on[...]

Windows { CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suf fer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. 114[...]

Power Windows The power window switches are located on the armrest on the driver’s door. In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window. Express-Down Window The driver’s window also has an express-down feature. This switch is labeled AUTO. Press the front of the switch part way, and the driver’s window will open a small amou[...]

Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent alarm system. Arming the System With the ignition of f, you can a[...]

Disarming the System You can disarm the system by doing any one of the following: • Press the remote keyless entry transmitter unlock button. • Turn the ignition on. • Turn the driver’s door key lock cylinder counterclockwise. Once the system is disarmed, the security light will stop flashing. How the System Alarm is Activated If the syste[...]

PASS-Key ® III+ The PASS-Key ® III+ system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. 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. 2. This device must accept any inte[...]

PASS-Key ® III+ Operation Your vehicle is equipped with PASS-Key ® III + (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key ® I I I+i sa passive theft-deterrent system. This means you don’t have to do anything special to arm or disarm the system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition. When the PAS[...]

To program the new key do the following: 1. Verify that the new key has “+” stamped on it. 2. Insert the already programmed key in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not start, see your dealer for service. 3. After the engine has started, turn the key to of f, and remove the key. 4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it[...]

Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to four dif ferent positions. Notice: Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand. Make sure the key is in all the way. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs servic[...]

Key In the Ignition Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If you leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle, a chime will sound, when you open the driver’s door. Always remember to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. This will lock your ignition and transaxle[...]

Starting the Engine Place the transaxle in the proper gear. Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine will not start in any other position -- this is a safety feature. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Shifting into PARK (P) with the vehicle moving could damage the transaxle. Shift into PARK ([...]

2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or − 18°C), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for up to a maximum of 15 seconds. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to all[...]

To use your adjustable throttle and brake pedal feature, do the following: The adjustable pedal feature is meant to be used with the adjustable seat and adjustable steering wheel controls to reach a safe and comfortable position. 1. Adjust your seat to a comfortable position where you can comfortably reach other controls such as the radio and clima[...]

To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn of f the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. On the 2.2L engine, the engine coolant heater cord is located near the air cleaner box on the passenger’s side of the engine compartment. On the 3.5L and 3.9L V6 engines, the engine coolant heater cord is located on the driver’s side aroun[...]

Automatic Transaxle Operation (Base Models) Your automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the console between the seats. PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. { CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever [...]

Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You must fully apply your regular brake first and then press the shift lever button before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on th[...]

DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle. If you need more power for passing, and you are: • Going less than 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. • Going about 35 mph (56 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. Notice: If your vehicle seems to s[...]

L4 (LOW 4): This position does not limit gears, but provides more engine braking, and lower fuel economy, than DRIVE (D). The actual gear is determined by throttle and vehicle speed. L3 (LOW 3/DRIVE 3): This position prevents fourth gear operation. Actual gear is determined by throttle and vehicle speed. L2 (LOW 2/DRIVE 2): This position prevents t[...]

{ CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehi[...]

NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine does not connect with the wheels. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. { CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle[...]

To use this feature, do the following: 1. Move the shift lever from DRIVE (D) rearward into the MANUAL MODE (M). The vehicle will be in the MANUAL MODE (M) and a gear based on the current driving speed. While driving in MANUAL MODE (M), the transaxle will remain in the selected drive gear unless: • A shift is required to protect the engine or tra[...]

With the DSC feature, the vehicle can be set to pull away in Second gear. 1. Move the shift lever from DRIVE (D) into the MANUAL MODE (M). 2. With the vehicle stopped, press (+) end of the button to select Second gear. The vehicle will start from a stop position in Second gear. 3. Once moving select the desired drive gear. Parking Brake To set the [...]

Shifting Into Park (P) { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly[...]

Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it dif ficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shif[...]

Parking Over Things That Burn { CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. 137[...]

Engine Exhaust { CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or dif ferent. • Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. • Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. CAUTION: ([...]

Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. { CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system of f could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on page 138 . Also, idling in a closed-in place can l[...]

Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror This mirror can be adjusted two ways. First, to adjust the angle of the mirror, move the mirror to a position that allows you to see out of the back window. To adjust the height of the mirror, adjust the arm that connects the mirror to the windshield. To reduce glare from lights behind you, move the lever toward you t[...]

Compass Calibration If after a few seconds the display does not show a compass direction, (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, note pad holder, or similar object. If the letter C appears in the compass window, the compass may need [...]

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with a compass. This feature enables the mirror to sense nighttime glare from vehicle headlamps from behind and automatically dim to reduce the glare to a safe level. The automatic dimming feature turns on each time the vehicle is started. O (O[...]

Compass Variance Compass variance is the dif ference between earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north. If the mirror is not adjusted for compass variance, the compass could give false readings. The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if the veh[...]

Outside Power Mirrors The controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver’s door armrest. Use the selector switch located below the four-way control panel to choose either the left or right outside mirror. Then press any of the four arrows located on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired direction. Adjust each mirror[...]

OnStar ® System OnStar ® uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information, and convenience services. If your airbags deploy, the system is designed to make an automatic call to OnStar ® Emergency advisors who can request emergency services be sent to your location. If you lo[...]

Available Services with Safe & Sound ® Plan • Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment • Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN) (If equipped) • Link to Emergency Services • Roadside Assistance • Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance • AccidentAssist • Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert • OnStar ® Vehicle Diagnostics • [...]

OnStar ® Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar ® Hands-Free Calling. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls (Three Spoke) on page 281 or Audio Steering Wheel Controls (Four Spoke) on page 282 for more information. On some vehicles, you may have to hold the button for a few seconds and[...]

OnStar ® service cannot work unless your vehicle is in a place where OnStar ® has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area. OnStar ® service also cannot work unless you are in a place where the wireless service provider OnStar ® has hired for that area has coverage, network capacity and reception when the service i[...]

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. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The FCC Grant of Equipment Authorization Certificate number is KOBGTE05A. This [...]

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. The Canadian Registration ID number is 2791021849A. Changes or modifica[...]

Do not use the this system with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assi[...]

Programming Universal Home Remote — Fixed Code Fixed Code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced prior to 1996. Fixed code uses the same coded signal every time, which is manually programmed by setting DIP switches for a unique personal code. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. Remove the battery cover of the ha[...]

4. The indicator light will blink slowly. In order from left to right, and within two and one-half minutes, enter each switch setting into the Universal Home Remote System. Push one button for each switch as follows: • Left button = “on” switch position. • Right button = “of f” switch position. • Middle button = “middle” switch po[...]

Programming Universal Home Remote — Rolling Code Rolling code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced after 1996 and are code protected. Rolling code means the coded signal is changed every time your remote control garage door opener is used. Programming a rolling code garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions, so read the[...]

3. Press and hold the button you would like to use to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, should slowly blink. You may need to hold the button from five to 20 seconds. 4. Immediately release the button when the garage door moves. The indicator light will blink rapidly until programmi[...]

Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular LED) Your vehicle may have the Universal Home Remote System. If there is one triangular Light Emitting Diode (LED) above the Universal Home Remote buttons, follow the instructions below. If your vehicle has three round LED above the Universal Home Remote buttons, follow the instructions un[...]

Programming Universal Home Remote Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. Press and hold down the two outside Universal Home Remote buttons, releasing only when the Universal Home Remote indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold down the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat this step to program a[...]

6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” or “Smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit. 7. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Smart” button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. You will [...]

Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remote button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons To erase programming from the three Universal Home Remote buttons do the following: 1. Press and hold down the two outsid[...]

Cupholder(s) There is a cupholder next to the shift lever and another, if equipped, at the rear of the shift lever. If your vehicle has rear seat cupholders, pull down the door on the back of the center console to access them. Center Console Storage Area There is a storage compartment in the center console area. To open the lower compartment, pull [...]

To use the panel in the lower position, do the following: 1. Insert the front corners of the panel into the lower guides. 2. Slide the panel forward. 3. Press down on the back of the panel. The panel can be used in this position if you need additional space above the panel. Place the cargo on top of the panel in this position. { CAUTION: If you wer[...]

Table (MAXX) Your vehicle may have an adjustable panel that also functions as a table. The maximum load for the table is 100 lbs distributed (45 kg). To set up the table, do the following: 1. Place the front corners into the rear upper guides. 2. Unlatch the fastener to release the leg from the plastic side of the table and turn the leg outward. 3.[...]

The sunroof will only operate when the ignition is in ACC or ON, or while retained accessory power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 122 for more information. The sunroof can be opened to a vent position or it can be express-opened all of the way. To open the sunroof to the vent position, push the rear of the switch and re[...]

✍ NOTES 164[...]

Instrument Panel Overview ........................ 1 6 8 Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 17 0 Other Warning Devices ............................. 1 7 0 Horn .......................................................... 17 0 Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel ............ 1 7 0 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever .................. 17 1 [...]

Airbag Readiness Light ............................. 2 0 4 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ............. 2 05 Charging System Light .............................. 20 7 Brake System Warning Light ..................... 20 7 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ........................................ 2 08 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light[...]

Audio Steering Wheel Controls (Four Spoke) .......................................... 28 2 Radio Reception ........................................ 28 3 Care of Your CDs and DVDs .................... 28 4 Care of the CD and DVD Player ............... 28 4 Fixed Mast Antenna (MAXX Only) ............. 28 4 Backglass Antenna (Sedan Only) .............[...]

Instrument Panel Overview 168[...]

The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Side Window Outlets. See Climate Control System on page 189 . B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 171 . C. Cruise Controls (If Equipped). See Cruise Control on page 176 . D. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 20[...]

X. Center Console Storage Compartment. See Center Console Storage Area on page 160 . Y. Traction Control Button or Enhanced Traction System Button (If Equipped). See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 296 Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 297 . Z. Rear Wiper/Washer Controls (If Equipped). See Windshield Washer on page 174 . Hazard Warning F[...]

To tilt and telescope the wheel, pull down the lever. Then move the wheel to a comfortable position, pull up the lever to lock the wheel in place. The wheel can be adjusted up and down as well as forward and backward. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: • G Turn and Lane-Change[...]

Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down to the latched position. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel[...]

Flash-to-Pass This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps momentarily to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. To use it, pull the turn signal/multifunction lever toward you until the high-beam headlamps come on, then release the lever to turn them of f. Windshield Wipers Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades b[...]

6 (Delay/Intermittent Speed Sensitive): When the lever is in the delay position, move the intermittent adjust band to set for shorter or longer delay cycles. To the left of the adjust band are bars that indicate the frequency of the wipes. Smaller bars mean the wiper movement is less frequent. Larger bars mean the wiper movement is more frequent. D[...]

Rear Window Wiper/Washer (MAXX Model) { CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. If your vehicle has a rear window wiper, the switch is located on the center console. See Instrument Panel Overview on page 168 . Press the top[...]

Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). { CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not u[...]

SET– (Set/Coast): Press this button to set the speed or to decrease the set speed. [ (Cancel): Press this button to cancel cruise control. Cruise control will not work if your parking brake is set, or if the master cylinder brake fluid level is low. The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster will come on after the cruise control ha[...]

Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This shuts of f the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you are driving about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, press the RES+ button on your steering wheel. The vehicle will go back to your chosen speed and stay there. Increasing Sp[...]

Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying [...]

The exterior lamp switch has the following four positions: 2 (Headlamps): This position turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, and taillamps. ; (Parking Lamps): This position turns on the parking lamps and taillamps only. AUTO (Automatic Headlamp System): This position automatically turns on the Daytime Running Lamps during daytime, and the headlam[...]

United States Exterior Lamp Positions for Nighttime Lamps P AUTO ;2 Headlamp OFF ON OFF ON Parking Lamp OFF ON ON ON Taillamp OFF ON ON ON Canadian Exterior Lamp Positions for Daytime Lamps P AUTO ;2 Headlamp DRL Mode DRL Mode DRL Mode ON Parking Lamp OFF OFF ON ON Taillamp OFF OFF ON ON Canadian Exterior Lamp Positions for Nighttime Lamps P AUTO ;[...]

Headlamps on Reminder If you open the driver’s door and turn of f the ignition while leaving the lamps on, you will hear a warning chime. Headlamps Of f in PARK (P) This feature works when the ignition is ON and it is dark outside. To turn the headlamps of f when it is dark outside but keep other exterior lights on, turn the exterior lamp control[...]

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many dif ferent driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles fi[...]

Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside, your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be dim. Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor on top of the instrumen[...]

Fog Lamps If your vehicle has this feature, the button for the fog lamps is located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel. If your vehicle has fog lamps, the ignition must be on. Push the button to turn the fog lamps on. An indicator light in the button will glow when the fog lamps are on. Push the button again to turn the fog [...]

Entry/Exit Lighting When you open any door, the lamps inside of your vehicle will go on. These lamps will fade out 20 seconds after the last door is closed, or when the ignition is turned on after all doors have been closed. These lamps will also go on when you press the trunk release button, the unlock button or the panic button on the remote keyl[...]

Battery Run-Down Protection Your vehicle has a battery run-down protection feature designed to protect your vehicle’s battery. When any interior lamp (trunk, reading, or visor vanity) is left on while the ignition is turned of f, the battery run-down protection system will automatically shut the lamp(s) of f after 20 minutes. This will avoid drai[...]

Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes. Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to f[...]

Climate Controls Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the climate control system will function as part of the remote start feature. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 100 . Operation 9 (Fan): Turn the left kno[...]

? (Recirculation): Press the left side of the button to turn the recirculation mode on. When recirculation mode is selected, the air inside the vehicle will be recirculated through the climate control system and the vehicle, not from outside your vehicle. This mode is helpful when you are trying to limit odors from entering your vehicle and for max[...]

Maximum Air Conditioning On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps the system to operate more ef ficiently. For quick cool down on hot days, do the following: 1. Select the C vent mode. 2. Select the highest fan speed. 3. Select # [...]

The air-conditioning indicator light will turn of f when defog is selected. If the air-conditioning button is pressed while in defog mode, the indicator light will turn on. If the button is pressed again, the light will turn of f. The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in the defog mode. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are c[...]

If your vehicle’s speed is maintained above 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window defogger will remain on once the button is pressed. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the rear defogger will automatically be turned on if it is cold outside. When the vehicle transitions out of the remote start mode, the rear defogger will turn of f. See Re[...]

Use the steps below to place the entire system in automatic mode: 1. Place the fan knob and the mode knob to AUTO. The display will now show the current set temperature. When auto is selected, the air conditioning operation and air inlet will be automatically controlled. The air conditioning compressor will run when the outside temperature is over [...]

If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the climate control display will initially show “AS” in place of the temperature to indicate the remote start has been activated. The system will automatically regulate the temperature according to the following: • If inside air temperature is below 72°F (22°C), the system will automatically adj[...]

: (Outside Air): Press the right side of this button to turn the outside air mode on. When this mode is selected, air from outside the vehicle will circulate throughout your vehicle. When the button is pressed, an indicator light will come on to let you know that it is activated. The outside air mode can be used with all modes, except with the reci[...]

When air conditioning is selected or in AUTO mode, the system will run the air conditioning automatically to cool and dehumidify the air entering the vehicle. On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps the system to operate more ef [...]

Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. < (Rear): Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or of f. An indicator light above the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated. If driving below 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window defogger wil[...]

Outlet Adjustment Use the thumbwheels on the air outlets, located on the center and on the sides of the instrument panel, to change the horizontal direction of the airflow. Use the tabs on the outlet vanes to change the vertical direction of the airflow. Use the tabs on the outlet vanes to shut of f airflow to the outlets. The two upper outlets [...]

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could [...]

Your vehicle has this instrument panel cluster, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. United States Base version shown, Canada and SS Model Similar 201[...]

Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer. The digital odometer will read 999,999 if s[...]

Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will flash for several more. This chime and light will be re[...]

Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring and the c[...]

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. Your instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator. When the ignition key is turned to ON or START, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and of f, for several seconds as a system check. If you use remote start to [...]

A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { CAUTION: Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn of f the passenger’s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear-facing child restraint, no system is f[...]

Charging System Light The charging system light will come on for a few seconds when you turn on the ignition as a check to indicate it is working. If the light stays on, or comes on while you are driving and you hear a chime, there could be a problem with the electrical charging system. This could indicate that there is a loose generator drive belt[...]

When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. The Driver Information Center (DIC) may display a BRAKE FLUID message. See DIC W[...]

If the light stays on, turn the ignition to of f. If the light comes on and the chime sounds when you are driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition of f. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning[...]

Traction Control System Active Light If your vehicle has the Traction Control System (TCS), this light will come on when the system is limiting wheel spin. Slippery road conditions may exist if the TCS active light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly. The light will stay on for a few seconds after the system stops limiting wheel spin. Enha[...]

Enhanced Traction System Active Light If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System (ETS), this light will come on when the system is limiting wheel spin. Slippery road conditions may exist if the Enhanced Traction System active light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly. The light will stay on for a few seconds after the system stops li[...]

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, the light comes on and you hear a chime, your engine is too hot! It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions and the gage reads hot, you should pul[...]

Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after awhile, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good, and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust, intake, or f[...]

If the Light is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: • Reducing vehicle speed • Avoiding hard accelerations • Avoiding steep uphill grades • If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light[...]

Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 344 . Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as ef ficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or st[...]

Oil Pressure Light If your vehicle has low engine oil pressure, this light will stay on after you start your engine, or come on and you will hear a chime when you are driving. This indicates that your engine is not receiving enough oil. The engine could be low on oil, or could have some other oil problem. Have it fixed immediately. This light will[...]

Security Light For information regarding this light, see Theft-Deterrent Systems on page 116 . Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever you set the cruise control. The light goes out when the cruise control is turned of f. See Cruise Control on page 176 for more information. Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high-beam headlamp[...]

Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left, when the ignition is on. When the indicator nears empty, this light, located left of the pump symbol, will come on and you will hear a chime. You still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon. The arrow on the fuel gage points to side of the vehicle with the fuel do[...]

Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) provides the following: • A way to personalize your vehicle • Trip information • Warning messages The buttons used to activate the DIC are located on the left side of the vehicle’s audio system. INFO/ 4 (Information): Press this button to scroll through the vehicle informat[...]

Information Mode INFO/ 4 (Information): Press this button to scroll through the vehicle information mode displays in the following order: • TRIP A • TRIP B • FUEL RANGE (Fuel Range Until Empty) • ECON (Average Fuel Economy) • AV SPEED (Average Vehicle Speed) • OIL LIFE (Engine Oil Life System) TRIP A or TRIP B: Press the information but[...]

OIL LIFE: Press the information button until OIL LIFE is displayed. The engine oil life system shows an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. It shows 100% when the system is reset after an oil change. It will alert you to change the oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions. Always reset the engine oil life system after an[...]

When the desired option is reached, press the enter button to toggle between the modes of that option. To make a selection, press the MENU button again. If no selection is made within 10 seconds, the display reverts back to the previous information displayed. The MENU mode is exited when the information button is pressed, a 10 second time period ha[...]

CHANGE OIL SOON: This message displays when the life of the engine oil has expired and it should be changed. When you acknowledge the CHANGE OIL SOON message by clearing it from the display, you still must reset the engine oil life system separately. See Engine Oil Life System on page 360 , Engine Oil on page 357 , and Scheduled Maintenance on page[...]

KEY FOB BATT (Battery) LOW: This message displays if the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter battery is low. Replace the battery in the transmitter. See “Battery Replacement” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 100 . LOW FUEL: This message displays along with a low fuel warning light on the instrument panel cluster when[...]

DIC Vehicle Personalization The following personalization options may appear on your vehicle’s audio display by pressing the MENU button: OIL LIFE RESET: When this option is displayed, you can reset the engine oil life system. To reset the system, see Engine Oil Life System on page 360 . UNITS: When UNITS appears on the display, press the enter b[...]

LIGHT FLASH: If your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), this option which allows the vehicle’s exterior perimeter lighting to flash every time the lock, unlock, or trunk release buttons on the RKE transmitter are pressed, can be enabled or disabled. When LIGHT FLASH appears on the display, press the enter button to move between OFF and ON. [...]

LANGUAGE: To select your choice of language, press the enter button to move between the optional languages. The languages are ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH, and GERMAN. Choosing a language will display all of the information on the DIC in the desired language. When you have made your choice, press the MENU button for at least one second to record your s[...]

While your vehicle is parked: • Familiarize yourself with all of its controls. • Familiarize yourself with its operation. • Set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite radio stations using the presets and [...]

Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) To set the hour, press the clock button. The clock symbol appears on the display and the hour number flashes. Turn the ADJ (adjust) knob to increase or to decrease the hours. To set the minutes, press the clock button again. The minute numbers flashes. Turn the ADJ knob to increase or to d[...]

DISP (Display): Press this knob to switch the display between the time and the temperature or the radio station frequency and the temperature. When the ignition is of f, press this knob to display the time. To change the default on the display, press the DISP knob until the desired option displays, then hold the knob for two seconds. The radio prod[...]

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) TONE / P / Q (Bass/Treble): To adjust the bass or the treble, press and release the tone button until BASS or TREB (treble) displays. Turn the ADJ (adjust) knob to increase or to decrease the tone. If a station is weak or has static, decrease the treble. To adjust bass or treble to the middle position, select BASS or [...]

Radio Messages CALIBRATE: The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CALIBRATE displays, it means that the radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to your dealer for service. LOCKED: This message displays when the THEFTLOCK ® system has locked up. Take the vehicle to your dealer[...]

Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in the CD player. If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed, try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen. Notice: If you add any label to a CD, insert more than one CD into the slot at a time, or attempt to play scratched or damaged CDs, you could da[...]

SEEK x : Press this button to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. The track number displays. If this button is pressed more than once, the player continues moving backward through the CD. If this button is held for more than two seconds, the CD enters CD scan mode and the CD plays the first 10 seconds of ea[...]

Radio with CD (Uplevel) Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can do the following: • Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming • Receive announcements concerning local and national em[...]

XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada. XM™ of fers a large variety of coast-to-coast channels including music, news, sports, talk, traf fic/weather (U.S. subscribers), and children’s programming. XM™ provides digital quality audio and text information that [...]

AUTO u (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH. AUTO VOL LOW (automatic volume low), AUTO VOL MEDIUM (automatic volume medium), or AUTO VOL HIGH (automatic volume high) disp[...]

Setting Preset Stations Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press BAND to select FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press AUTO TONE (automatic tone) or AUTO EQ ([...]

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL/FADE / S (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the balance and fade button until BAL displays. Turn the ADJ knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers, push and release the[...]

BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency lets the radio switch to a stronger station with the same program type. To turn alternate frequency on, press and hold BAND for two seconds. FM ALT FREQ ON and AF displays. The radio can switch to stations with a stronger frequency. To turn alternate frequency of f, press and hold BAND again for two s[...]

If no station is found that broadcasts traf fic announcements, NO TRAFFIC INFO displays. If TRAF is on the display, press the TRAF button to turn of f the traf fic announcements. The radio plays the traf fic announcement even if the volume is low. The radio interrupts the play of a CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traf fic announcements. Thi[...]

If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the surface of the CD is damaged, such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the CD will not play properly. If the surface of the CD is soiled, see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 284 for more information. If there is no apparent damage, try a known good CD. Do not add any label to a CD,[...]

x SEEK w : Press the down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. If this arrow is pressed more than once, the player continues moving backward through the CD. Press the up arrow to go to the start of the next track. If this arrow is pressed more than once, the player continues moving forward through th[...]

CD Messages CHECK CD: If this message displays and/or the CD ejects, it could be for one of the following reasons: • It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play. • The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. • The [...]

Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can do the following: • Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming • Receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies • Display me[...]

Playing the Radio O (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and of f. u (Volume): Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or to decrease the volume. DISP (Display): Press this knob to switch the display between time and temperature or radio station frequency and temperature. When the ignition is of f, press this knob to disp[...]

Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). The selection displays. ADJ (Adjust): Turn this knob to select radio stations. x SEEK w : Press the down or up arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. To scan stations, press and hold either arrow for two seconds until a[...]

Setting the Tone (Bass/Midrange/Treble) TONE / P / Q (Bass/Treble): Press and release this button until BASS, MID (midrange), or TREB (treble) displays. Turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease the tone. The display shows the bass, mid, or treble level. If a station is weak or has static, decrease the treble. To adjust bass, midrange, or treble[...]

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL/FADE / S (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the balance and fade button until BAL (balance) displays. Turn the ADJ (adjust) knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and rear speakers, push [...]

BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. To turn alternate frequency on, press and hold BAND for two seconds. FM ALT FREQ ON and AF displays. The radio can switch to stations with a stronger frequency. To turn alternate frequency of f, press and hold BAND again for [...]

When a traf fic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it. If no station is found that broadcasts traf fic announcements, NO TRAFFIC INFO displays. If TRAF displays, press and hold the MSG button for two seconds to turn of f the traf fic announcements. The radio plays the traf fic announcement even if the volume is low. The rad[...]

If the surface of the CD is soiled, see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 284 for more information. If there is no apparent damage, try a known good CD. Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in the CD player. If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed, try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a mark[...]

If more than one CD has been loaded, a number for each CD displays and the currently selected slot number is underlined. EJECT/ Z : To eject a single CD press this button. The radio displays EJECTING CD # and the single CD symbol flashes until the CD is ready to be removed. When the CD is ready to be removed it ejects part way from the radio and t[...]

RPT (Repeat): With the repeat setting, one track or an entire CD can be repeated. To use repeat, do the following: • To repeat the track you are listening to, press and release the RPT button. REPEAT ON and RPT displays. Press RPT again to turn of f repeat play. REPEAT OFF displays and RPT disappears. • To repeat the CD you are listening to, pr[...]

DISP (Display): Press this knob to switch between time, temperature, and the elapsed time of the track. To change the default display (CD#/Track#/ Time, CD#/Track#/Temperature, or Track#/Elapsed Time/Temperature), press the knob until the desired option displayed, then hold the knob for two seconds. The radio produces one beep and the selected disp[...]

SONG LIST FULL displays if you try to save more than 20 selections. To play the song list, press the song list button. One beep sounds and SONG LIST displays. The recorded tracks begin to play in the order that they were saved. Seek through the song list by using the SEEK arrows. Seeking past the last saved track returns you to the first saved tra[...]

CD Messages CHECK CD: If this message displays and/or the CD ejects, it could be for one of the following reasons: • It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play. • The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. • The [...]

XM Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XL (Explicit Language Channels) XL on the radio display, after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). Updating Updating encryption code The encryption code [...]

Radio Display Message Condition Action Required No Info Category Name not available No category information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. No Info No Text/Informational message available No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. Not Found[...]

Rear Seat Entertainment System Your vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system. The RSE system includes a DVD player, a video display screen, two sets of wireless headphones, and a remote control. This system also functions as a rear seat audio (RSA) system. See Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (Without Entertainment System) on page 277 or Re[...]

Notice: Do not store the headphones in heat or direct sunlight. This could damage the headphones and repairs will not be covered by your warranty. Keep the headphones stored in a cool, dry place. MAXX vehicles with the RSE system may have a rear seat storage compartment. Store the headphones and the remote control in this compartment when not in us[...]

Stereo RCA Jacks The RCA jacks are located on the DVD faceplate on the floor console. The RCA jacks allow audio and video signals to be connected from an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a video game unit to the RSE system. The yellow RCA jack is used for video inputs, the red RCA jack for right audio inputs, and the white RCA jack for left[...]

To turn the vehicles rear speakers on and of f, press the power button on the RSE system or on the remote control. When the rear speakers are of f, the audio from the RSE system can be heard through both the wireless headphones and the vehicles front speakers at the same time. The RSE system can be heard through the wired headphones, not included, [...]

DVD Player The DVD player is located on the end of the floor console under the video screen. The DVD player can be controlled by the buttons on the RSE system and/or by the buttons on the remote control. See “Remote Control” later in this section for more information. The DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code f[...]

1–6 (Preset Pushbuttons): This button is inactive when in DVD mode. BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). If the front seat passengers are listening to the DVD player, the rear seat passengers cannot select XM1 or XM2. SRCE (Source): Press this button to switch between playing a cassette tape or a CD[...]

Stopping and Resuming Playback To stop playing a disc, press and release the stop button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control. To resume playback, press the play/pause button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control. The movie should resume play from where it was last stopped if the disc has not been ejected or the stop button[...]

Remote Control Buttons O (Power): Press this button to turn the DVD player on and of f. Z (Eject): Press this button to eject or to load the disc. P (Backlight): Press this button to turn the remote control backlight on. The backlight will time out after about eight seconds. r (Enter): Press this button to select the choices that are highlighted in[...]

(Fast Forward): Press this button to fast forward the DVD or CD. To stop fast forwarding, press this button again. This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews. s (Play/Pause): Press this button to start play of a DVD or CD. Press this button while a DVD or CD is playing to pause it. Press this button[...]

} (Audio Compression): DVDs have a wide dynamic audio range. Audio compression may be used to reduce the dif ference between soft and loud selections of the DVD. Press this button to switch the audio compression on and of f. AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to switch the system between the DVD player and an auxiliary source. Setup Menu To access [...]

Language Preferences The USER PREFERENCE SETTINGS menu allows the default language preferences to be modified. Use the remote control up and down arrow buttons to select. The movie may stop while selections are being made. Audio Language: The default DVD playback audio language may be selected from various languages. The audio output is dependent [...]

Menu Bar The menu bar can be displayed across the top of the screen by pressing the DISPLAY button on the remote control. Selecting icons from the menu bar allows adjustments to the audio and video settings. Use the remote control left and right arrow buttons to scroll through the menu bar. A description of the highlighted icon will appear at the b[...]

Title: Move between DVD titles by using the remote control arrow buttons. Chapter: Move between DVD chapters by using the remote control arrow buttons. Time Search: The user can jump to dif ferent areas of a DVD by using the remote control arrow and enter buttons to select a specific time position. Favorite Track Selection (FTS): You may program t[...]

Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem Recommended Action No power. The ignition may not be in the on position, ACC, or RAP. The parental control button might have been pressed. Disc will not play. The system might be of f. The parental control button might have been pressed. The system might be in auxiliary source mode. Press the AUX button to swi[...]

Problem Recommended Action The language in the audio or on the screen is wrong. Press the main display menu button on the DVD player or the remote control and change the audio or language selection on the DVD menu. The remote control does not work. Point the remote control directly at the transmitter window. The batteries could be weak or put in wr[...]

Problem Recommended Action When I return to the DVD from the system menu, sometimes it plays from the beginning and sometimes from where it left of f. If the stop button was pressed once, it resumes play from where it left of f. If the stop button was pressed twice, it will start at the beginning of the DVD. However, if a change was made to the men[...]

Problem Recommended Action DVD System inoperable. In severe or extreme temperatures your DVD system might not be operable. Temperatures below − 4°F ( − 20°C) or above 158°F (70°C) could damage the DVD system. Operate the DVD system under normal or comfortable cabin temperature ranges. The wireless headphones have audio distortion. Verify th[...]

DVD Distortion There may be an experience with video distortion when operating cellular phones, scanners, CB radios, Global Position Systems (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies. It may be necessary to turn of f the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle. *Excludes the OnStar ® System. Cleaning the D[...]

The front seat audio controls always have priority over the RSA controls. If the front seat passengers switch to the same source as the RSA, the RSA will no longer control the source. You can operate the RSA when the main radio is of f. You can use wired headphones (not included) or the wireless headphones. The wired headphones connect to the outle[...]

BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). 1–6 (Preset): Press this button to go to the next preset radio station. This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio. When a cassette tape is playing, press this button to go to the other side of the tape. When a CD is playing[...]

O (Power): Press this button to turn the RSE system on and of f. The rear speakers will be muted when the RSA power is turned on. 1–6 (Preset): Press this button to go to the next preset radio station set on the pushbuttons on the main radio. This function is not active if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio. When a cassette tape[...]

xw (Volume): Press the up or down arrow to increase or decrease the volume on the wired headphones (not included). The arrows on the right are for the right headphones and the arrows on the left are for the left headphones. Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK ® is designed to discourage theft of your vehicle’s radio. The feature works automaticall[...]

To scan the current CD, press and hold either up or down arrow for more than two seconds. The CD will go to the next track, play the first 10 seconds, then go on to the next track. Press either up or down arrow again to stop scanning. To scan all of the CDs loaded, press and hold either up or down arrow for more than four seconds. The CD will go t[...]

When a CD is playing, press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or previous track. > (Mute): Press this button to silence the system. Press this button again, or any other radio button, to turn the sound on. BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). 1–6 (Preset Pushbuttons): Press this button t[...]

XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada. Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. In addition, traveling or standing under heavy foliage, bridges, g[...]

Backglass Antenna (Sedan Only) The AM-FM antenna is integrated with the rear window defogger, located in the rear window. Make sure that the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the grid lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surface is damaged, it could interfere with radio reception. Notice: Using a razor blade o[...]

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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ............................................ 28 8 Defensive Driving ...................................... 28 8 Drunken Driving ........................................ 28 9 Control of a Vehicle .................................. 29 2 Braking ...................................................... 29 2 Anti-L[...]

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle 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: They Are for Everyone on page 20 . { CAUTION: Defensive driving really means “Be ready for anything.” On city streets, rura[...]

Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It is the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol af fects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: • Judgment • Muscular Coordination • Vision • Attentiveness Police records show [...]

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 liquors like whiskey, gin,[...]

But the ability to drive is af fected 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 ef fects 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 f[...]

Control of a Vehicle You 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 are driving on snow or ice, it is easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires [...]

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traf fic. This is a mistake. The brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. The brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traf fic and allow realist[...]

Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is 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 wheel. ABS can change th[...]

Remember: ABS does not 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 will not 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 ABS. Using ABS Do not p[...]

Traction Control System (TCS) Your vehicle may have a Traction Control System (TCS) that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this happens, the system reduces engine power and may also upsh[...]

To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the Traction Control System on. But you can turn the system of f if you prefer. To turn the system on or of f, press the TC button located under the climate controls. In order to ef fectively “rock” the vehicle, you will need to turn of f TCS. If you press the [...]

The Enhanced Traction System operates in all transaxle shift lever positions. But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you’ve chosen, so you should use the lower gears only when necessary. When the system is on, this warning light will come on to let you know there’s a problem. When this warning light is[...]

Steering Electric Power Steering If your vehicle has the electric power steering system and the engine stalls while you are driving, the power steering assist system will continue to operate until you are able to stop your vehicle. If you lose power steering assist because the electric power steering system is not functioning, you can steer, but it[...]

The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you are in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control. Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly apply the brakes. Both control systems — steering and braking [...]

Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more ef fective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking — if you can stop in t[...]

Of f-Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped of f the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease of f the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of t[...]

• Watch for traf fic signs, pavement markings, and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your pass. A broken center line usually indicates it is all right to pass, providing the road ahead is clear. Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line, even if the road seems[...]

Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems — brakes, steering, and acceleration — do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, do not give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less dang[...]

While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning clues — such as [...]

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. • Do not drink and drive. • Adjust the inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headla[...]

Keep the windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean — inside and out. Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly. Remember that the headla[...]

The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traf fic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking. It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer fluid rese[...]

Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them ve[...]

City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traf fic on them. You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traf fic 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[...]

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 traf fic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-[...]

Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal. Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicle in your blind spot. Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to le[...]

• Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? • Weather Forecasts: What is the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? • Maps: Do you have up-to-date [...]

Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is dif ferent from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are 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, ti[...]

{ CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition of f is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash. Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go down[...]

Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Also see Tires on page 398 . 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 [...]

Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You will have a lot less traction, or grip, and will need to be very careful. What is the worst time for this? Wet ice. Very cold sn[...]

Remember, unless you have ABS, if you brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling, you will just slide. Brake so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer. • Whatever your braking system, allow greater following distance on any slippery road. • Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered [...]

You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful. { CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially[...]

You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for a while. Then, shut the engine of f 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 litt[...]

{ CAUTION: If you let your vehicle’s tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. And, the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage. When you are stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible. Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h) a[...]

Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certi?[...]

The Tire and Loading Information label shows the number of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the tire size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures (D). For more information on tires and [...]

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the av[...]

Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = 750 lbs (340 kg) C Available Cargo Weight = 250 lbs (113 kg) Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) C [...]

Certification Label A vehicle specific Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door, tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight[...]

If you put things inside your vehicle — like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else — they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. { CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. • Put thing[...]

Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 484 . If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle Towing” following. Recreational Ve[...]

Dinghy Towing The Malibu Sedan SS and Maxx SS cannot be dinghy towed. For vehicles that can be dinghy towed, follow these steps: 1. Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it. 2. Turn the ignition switch to OFF. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. To prevent your battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed, remove the following fuse from th[...]

Notice: Towing your vehicle from the rear could damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by the warranty. Never have your vehicle towed from the rear. Dolly Towing To tow your vehicle with a dolly and two wheels on the ground, follow these steps: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. 2. Put the vehicle in PARK (P). 3. Set the parking brake and t[...]

Towing a Trailer { CAUTION: If you do not 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. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. You may also damage your vehicle; the resulting repairs would not be cove[...]

If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points: • There are many dif ferent 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. • Co[...]

When towing a trailer on long uphill grades while the outside temperature is above 85°F (29°C), reduce your vehicle speed to 45 mph (72 km/h) to avoid overheating the engine cooling system. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Chevrolet Customer Assistance P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 [...]

Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 322 . Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue. Hitches It?[...]

Driving with a Trailer Towing 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 nearly [...]

Making Turns Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal. Do this so your trailer won’t strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees [...]

Parking on Hills { CAUTION: You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t[...]

When You 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. Maintenanc[...]

Service ........................................................ 34 2 Accessories and Modifications ................... 34 2 California Proposition 65 Warning .............. 34 3 Doing Your Own Service Work .................. 34 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle .......................................... 34 4 Fuel .................[...]

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ....... 39 5 Tires ............................................................ 39 8 Winter Tires .............................................. 39 9 Tire Sidewall Labeling ............................... 40 0 Tire Terminology and Definitions ............... 4 04 Inflation - Tire Pressure .......................[...]

Underbody Maintenance ............................ 4 4 3 Chemical Paint Spotting ............................ 4 44 Vehicle Identification .................................. 44 5 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ........... 44 5 Service Parts Identification Label ............... 4 4 6 Electrical System ........................................ [...]

Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Accessories and Modifications When y[...]

California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many fluids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit thes[...]

Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 90 . You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform. See Maintenance Record on page 473 . Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you [...]

Gasoline Specifications At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 in the United States or CAN/CGSB-3.5 in Canada. Some gasolines may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). General Motors recommends against the use of gasolines containing MMT. See Additives on page 345 for[...]

Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area. General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were no[...]

Filling the Tank { CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn of f your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away[...]

{ CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. Be careful not to[...]

Filling a Portable Fuel Container { CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) To help avoid injury to you and others: • Dispense[...]

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 fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windsh[...]

2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary hood release handle toward the driver’s side of the vehicle. 3. Lift the hood. 4. Release the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot marked with an arrow. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve p[...]

Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2.2L L4 engine, here is what you will see: 352[...]

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 362 . B. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 357 . C. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 357 . D. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. See Cooling System on page 373 . E. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See “Brake F[...]

When you open the hood on the 3.5L V6 engine, here is what you will see: 354[...]

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 362 . B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (If Equipped). See Power Steering Fluid on page 378 C. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 357 . D. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 357 . E. Engine Coolant[...]

When you open the hood on the 3.9L V6 engine, here is what you will see: 356[...]

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 362 . B. Engine Coolant Bleed Valve. See Cooling System on page 373 C. Power Steering Fluid. See Power Steering Fluid on page 378 . D. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick (Out of View). See “Checking Fluid Level” under Automatic Transaxle Fluid (2.2L L4 and 3.5L V6 Engines) on p[...]

When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the MIN mark for the L4 engine or below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick for the V6 engine, you will need to add at least one quart/liter of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifica[...]

What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM6094M Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thicknes[...]

You should look for this information on the oil container, and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container. Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines st[...]

If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change the 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 Engine Oil Life System The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change the engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime the oil is ch[...]

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 352 for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 50,000 mile (83 000 km) interval. See Scheduled Maintenance on page[...]

{ CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ filter of f can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires. If it is not there and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Do not drive with it of f, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner/?[...]

Automatic Transaxle Fluid (3.9L V6 Engine) When to Check and Change Automatic Transaxle Fluid A good time to check the automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in Additional Required Services on page 463 , and be sure to use the transaxle fluid listed in Recommended F[...]

Checking the Fluid Level Prepare the vehicle as follows: 1. Park the vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. 2. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear, pausing for about three seconds in each one. Then, position the shift lever in PAR[...]

3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the crosshatched area. 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way. How to Add Automatic Transaxle Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See Recommended Fluids a[...]

3. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described under “How to Check Automatic Transaxle Fluid,” earlier in this section. 4. When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the way. Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL ® engine coolant. This coolant is designed to rema[...]

What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and one-half DEX-COOL ® coolant which will not damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you do not 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 before the [...]

Checking Coolant The engine coolant surge tank is located in the rear of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 352 for more information on location. { CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge t[...]

Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL ® coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. If the surge tank is empty, a special fill procedure is necessary. See Engine Overheating on page 370 and Cooling System on page 373 . { CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolan[...]

If Steam Is Coming From Your 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 of f and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. [...]

If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. If the warning does not come back on, you can drive normally. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away. If there is still no sign of steam, idle the engine for three minutes while you are parked. If you s[...]

Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: A. Electric Engine Cooling Fans B. Engine Coolant Surge Tank C. Pressure Cap { 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 underhood elec[...]

The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark on the front of the coolant surge tank. If it is not, 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. Do not touch th[...]

How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank Notice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. If you have not found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or a[...]

{ 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 proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you would not get the [...]

1. You 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. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about two or two and one-half turns. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out[...]

3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to the FULL COLD mark on the front of the surge tank. Wait about five minutes, then check to see if the level is below the FULL COLD mark. If the level is below the FULL COLD mark, add additional coolant to bring the level up to the mark. Repeat this procedure until the level remains constant[...]

When to Check Power Steering Fluid Power steering fluid is used in all vehicles with V6 engines. Vehicles with the 4-cylinder engine have electric power steering and do not use power steering fluid. It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless a leak is suspected in the system, or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss in[...]

Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has suf ficient protection against freezing. Adding Washer Fluid When the windshield washer fluid[...]

Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 352 for the location of the reservoir. 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 acceptable level during normal brake lini[...]

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 on page 469 . 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 wrong kin[...]

{ CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well. That could lead to an accident. When you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the[...]

If you do not, your brakes may no longer work properly. For example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the balance between your front and rear brakes can change — for the worse. The braking performance you have come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts. Batter[...]

{ 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 electricity to burn you. If you do not follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you. Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to[...]

Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always turn of f your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle. 3. Turn of f the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette[...]

5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the cables, here are some things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) or to a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. Negative ( − ) will go to a heavy, unp[...]

7. Do not 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 ( − ) cable to the negative ( − ) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative ( − ) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not let the other end[...]

Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal. A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part[...]

Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 394 . 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. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow t[...]

To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 350 for more information. 2. Remove the two bolts attaching the headlamp assembly to the vehicle. 3. Remove the headlamp assembly from the vehicle by pulling it forward. Use care not to scratch the vehicle with the lamp or the lamp with the fender. 4. Remove[...]

6. Remove the bulb from the bulb socket. 7. Replace the old bulb with a new bulb. 8. Turn the bulb socket clockwise and reconnect the wiring harness to the bulb socket. 9. Return the headlamp assembly to its original position. Be sure to line up the holes in the lamp assembly to the round ends of the mounting pins. 10. Reinstall the two bolts attac[...]

2. Remove the two fasteners located on the inside of the trunk at the rear of the vehicle. 3. Pull back the trunk trim. 4. Remove the plastic wing nut. 5. Pull out the taillamp assembly and turn the bulb socket one quarter turn counterclockwise. 6. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. Replace the old bulb with a new one. 7. Reverse the steps[...]

License Plate Lamp To replace the license plate lamp bulb, do the following: 1. Remove the two screws holding the license plate lamp assembly to the fascia. 2. Turn and pull the license plate lamp forward through the fascia opening. 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 4. Install the new bulb. 5. Re[...]

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 460 . To replace the wiper blade, do the following: 1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield. 2. Press the tab that holds the wiper blade to the arm. 3. Pull the assembly down to release it from th[...]

Rear Wiper Blade Replacement – MAXX To replace the rear wiper blade, do the following: 1. Pull the wiper blade assembly away from the window. 2. Pull the wiper blade out of the wiper blade assembly, as shown. 3. Hold the wiper blade refill with the curved side facing downward. 396[...]

4. Remove clip (A), shown in step 3, and slide it into the claw of the wiper blade assembly. 5. Remove clip (B), shown in step 3, and slide it into the remaining claw of the wiper blade assembly. 397[...]

Tires Your 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 GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle. { CAUTION: • Poorly maintained and im[...]

Low-Profile Performance Tire If your vehicle has P225/50R18 or P225/50R17 size tires, they are classified as low-profile performance tires. These tires are designed for very responsive driving on wet or dry pavement. You may also notice more road noise with low-profile performance tires and that they tend to wear faster. Notice: If your vehicle[...]

If you choose to use winter tires: • Use tires of the same brand and tread type on all four wheel positions. • Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load range, and speed rating as the original equipment tires. Winter tires with the same speed rating as your original equipment tires may not be available for H, V, W, Y, and ZR speed rated [...]

(B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Specification): Original equipment tires designed to GM’s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. GM’s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. (C) DOT (Department of Transportation): The Department of Transportation (DOT) code[...]

(A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be driven at speeds over 65 mph (105 km/h). The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone flat. If your vehicle has a compact spare tire, see Compact Spare Tire on[...]

(G) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Specification): Original equipment tires designed to GM’s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. GM’s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. Tire Size The following illustration shows an example of a typical passenger vehicl[...]

Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories are, automatic transmission[...]

Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Load Index: An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to t[...]

Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Rim: A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximu[...]

Inflation - Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate ef fectively. Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that under-inflation or over-inflation is all right. It is not. If your tires do not have enough air (under-inflation), you can get the following: • Too much flexing • Too much heat • Tire overloading • Pr[...]

How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under-inflated. Check the tire’s inflation pressure when the tires are cold. Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least th[...]

When you end high-speed driving return the tires to the cold inflation pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 322 and Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 407 . Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, ro[...]

Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Specifications on page 455 . { CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come of f and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or [...]

You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: • You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. • You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber. • The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. • The tire has a bump, bulge, or split. • The tire [...]

GM’s exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical specifications that impact the overall performance of your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM’s TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire’s sidewall by the tire manufacturer. If the tires ha[...]

If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating, and construction type (radial and bias-belted tires) as your vehicle’s original tires. Your vehicle’s original equipment tires are listed on the Tire and Loading Information label. This label is a[...]

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traf fic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which grades tir[...]

Temperature – 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 reduce ti[...]

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 for your vehicle. { CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could af fect [...]

Tire Chains { CAUTION: If your vehicle has P215/60R16, P225/50R17, or P225/50R18 size tires, do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire 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 tire chains could cause you to lose contr[...]

If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is 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 tire will cr[...]

{ CAUTION: Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip of f the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people. You and they could be badly injured or even killed. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. Turn of f the engi[...]

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is in the trunk or cargo area. 1. Open the trunk for sedan models. See Trunk (Sedan) on page 112 for more information. For MAXX models, open the liftgate. See Liftgate (MAXX) on page 113 . 2. For the sedan, lift the handle on the spare tire cover. The handle may hook on the trunk front e[...]

Tire Changing Tools The tools you will be using include the wheel wrench (A) and jack (B). The MAXX and all SS models include an additional extension. 1. Turn the plastic wing nut counterclockwise to loosen wheel wrench. 2. Unhook the wheel wrench from the jack. Sedan shown, MAXX Models and Sedan SS similar 421[...]

3. Extend the handle on the wheel wrench by pressing the button with your index finger and pulling on the end of the wrench. You must do this before using the wheel wrench. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If your vehicle has a wheel cover or hubcap that has plastic wheel nut caps, loosen the plastic nut caps. You might need[...]

3. Use the wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Do not remove them yet. 4. It is recommended that you do a safety check before preceding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 418 for more information. 5. Position the lift head at the jack location nearest the flat tire. Make sure all of the jack lift head is touching the jacking flange under the body[...]

6. Put the compact spare tire near the flat tire being changed. { CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips of f the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. { CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage [...]

8. Remove all of the wheel nuts. 9. Remove the flat tire. { CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come of f and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) remove any rust or dirt from the places where t[...]

11. Install the compact spare tire. { CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall of f, causing a serious accident. 12. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand or with the wrench until the wheel is held against the hub. 13. Lower th[...]

{ CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come of f. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque [...]

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (Sedan) Storing a Flat Tire and Tools { 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. To store the flat tire and tools in the compact [...]

4. Place the jack and wheel wrench (D) over the bolt (E), inside the wheel. 5. Secure by tightening the larger wing nut (B) onto the bolt (E). 6. Reinstall the tire cover (A). Storing the Compact Spare Tire The compact spare tire is for temporary use only. Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the following diagram. A. Cover B. Retaine[...]

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (Sedan SS) { 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. Storing the Flat Tire and Tools To store the flat tire and jack in the comp[...]

7. Reach under the wheel and lift the bolt extension (A) so that the threaded end of the bolt passes through the center hole of the wheel. 8. Remove the yellow cap. 9. Secure the tire and wheel with the retainer. 10. Re-install the cover. A. Cover B. Retainer C. Flat Tire D. Wing Nut E. Bolt Extension F. Jack and Wheel Wrench G. Bolt 431[...]

Storing the Compact Spare Tire The compact spare tire is for temporary use only. Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the following diagram. A. Cover B. Retainer C. Flat Tire D. Wing Nut E. Jack, Wheel Wrench and Bolt Extension F. Bolt The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as[...]

Storing the Flat Tire and Tools To store the flat tire and jack in the compact spare tire compartment, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate (MAXX) on page 113 for more information. 2. Remove the bolt extension (in the yellow sleeve) from the jack and remove the center cap from the wheel. 3. Place the jack over the bolt (B) on the ?[...]

A. Retainer B. Cover C. Flat Tire (Valve Stem Up) D. Nut E. Bolt Extension F. Bracket G. Jack and Wheel Wrench H. Bolt Storing the Compact Spare Tire and Tools The compact spare tire is for temporary use only. Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the following diagram. A. Cover B. Retainer C. Spare Tire D. Wing Nut E. Bracket F. Jack,[...]

The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. See Compact Spare Tire on page 435 . Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kP[...]

Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt can accumulate on your upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfaces. Regular vacuuming is recommended to remove particles from your upholstery. I[...]

Your dealer has a product for cleaning your vehicle’s glass. Should it become necessary, you can also obtain a product from your dealer to remove odors from your vehicle’s upholstery. Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleaners or techniques: • Never use a knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface. [...]

To clean, use the following instructions: 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or club soda. 2. Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture. 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center. Continue cleaning, using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled. 4. Continue to gently rub the soiled ar[...]

Ultra Lux Suede Cleaning Ultra Lux Suede Use a mild solution of lukewarm water and a neutral dish soap on a soft cloth or sponge. For the following stains, follow these instructions: Cof fee, Tea, and Milk: Blot with a clean, soft, white cloth. Then clean with mild soapy water and a clean white cloth. Cosmetics: Clean with mild soapy water and a cl[...]

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 protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and[...]

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 Washing Your Vehicle on page 440 . Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. Approved cleaning produ[...]

Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and af fect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn. Aluminum Wheels Notice: If you use strong soa[...]

Tires To clean the tires, use a stif f brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe of f any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle. Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal[...]

Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ring-shaped discolorations, and small, irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface. Although no defect in the paint job causes th[...]

Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description Usage Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans, shines and protects in one easy step, no wiping necessary. Wash Wax Concentrate Medium foaming shampoo. Cleans and lightly waxes. Biodegradable and phosphate free. Spot Lifter Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets, vinyl and suede [...]

Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label on the inside of the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label, you will find the following: • VIN • Model designation • Paint information • Production options and special equipment Do not remove this label from the vehicle. Electrical System A[...]

Power Windows and Other Power Options The power window motors are protected by a circuit breaker in the motor, and a fuse in the fuse panel. If the motor overheats due to a heavy load the window will stop until the motor cools. When the current load is too heavy the fuse will open, protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed. Fuses The wirin[...]

Fuses Usage POWER MIRRORS Power Mirrors EPS Electric Power Steering Fuses Usage RUN/CRANK Cruise Control, Electronic Range Select, Driver Shift Control, Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 448[...]

Fuses Usage HVAC BLOWER HIGH (Relay) Climate Control System CLUSTER/ THEFT Instrument Panel Cluster, Theft Deterrent System ONSTAR OnStar ® System NOT INSTALLED Not Used AIRBAG (IGN) Airbag System HVAC CTRL (BATT) Climate Control System PEDAL Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal WIPER SW Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch IGN SENSOR Ignition Switch STR[...]

Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, near the battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 352 for more information on location. 450[...]

Fuses Usage 1 Air Conditioning Clutch 2 Electronic Throttle Control 3 Engine Control Module (IGN 1) (V6) 4 Transmission 6 Emission 1 7 Left Headlamp Low-Beam 8 Horn 9 Right Headlamp Low-Beam 10 Front Fog Lamps 11 Left Headlamp High-Beam 12 Right Headlamp High-Beam 13 Engine Control Module (BATT) (L4) 14 Windshield Wiper 15 Anti-lock Brake System 16[...]

Relays Usage 28 Cooling Fan 1 29 Cooling Fan Mode Series/Parallel 30 Cooling Fan 2 31 Starter 32 Run/Crank Ignition 33 Powertrain 34 Air Conditioning Clutch 35 High-Beam Headlamps 36 Front Fog Lamps 37 Horn 38 Low-Beam Headlamps 39 Windshield Wiper 1 40 Windshield Wiper 2 48 Daytime Running Lamps Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fus[...]

Fuses Usage 1 Not Used 2 Driver Seat Controls 3 Not Used Fuses Usage 4 Not Used 5 Emission 6 Parklamps 453[...]

Fuses Usage 7 Not Used 8 Not Used 9 Not Used 10 Sunroof Controls 11 Not Used 12 Auxiliary Power 2 13 Not Used 14 Heated Seat Controls 15 Not Used 16 Remote Keyless Entry System, XM Satellite Radio, Rear Seat Entertainment System, Homelink 17 Back-up Lamps 18 Not Used 19 Not Used 20 Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary Power Outlet 21 Not Used 22 Trunk Fuse[...]

Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 469 for more information. Application Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant c[...]

Application Capacities English Metric Fuel Tank Sedan 16.1 gal 61.1 L Malibu Maxx 16.3 gal 61.7 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual. Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap 2.2L L4 F Automatic 0.040 inches (1.[...]

Maintenance Schedule ................................ 45 8 Introduction ............................................... 45 8 Maintenance Requirements ........................ 45 8 Your Vehicle and the Environment ............ 45 8 Using the Maintenance Schedule ............... 45 9 Scheduled Maintenance ............................. 46 0 Additional[...]

Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspection[...]

Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You 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. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you[...]

When you go to your GM Goodwrench ® dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts. If you want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 497 . Owner Checks and Services on page 465 tells you what should be chec[...]

When the CHANGE OIL SOON message appears, certain services, checks, and inspections are required. Required services are described in the following for “Maintenance I ” and “Maintenance II .” Generally, it is recommended that your first service be Maintenance I , your second service be Maintenance II , and that you alternate Maintenance I a[...]

Scheduled Maintenance (cont’d) Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 409 and “Tire Wear Inspection” in At Least Once a Month on page 466 . •• Inspect brake system. See footnote (a). •• Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels [...]

Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service ( I or II ) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) 25,000 (40 000) 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) 100,000 (160 000) 125,000 (200 000) 150,000 (240 000) Inspect f[...]

Maintenance Footnotes (a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts, including calipers, parking brake, etc. (b) Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose, or mi[...]

(h) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter 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 mountainous terrain. − When doing frequent trailer towing. − Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery [...]

At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 357 for further details. Notice: It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your engine oil at the pro[...]

At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check { CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 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 on page 134 . Do not use[...]

Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to OFF in each shift lever position. • The ignition should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). • The ignition key should come out only in OFF. Contact your GM Goodwrench ® dealer if service is required. Parking Brake and Autom[...]

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 which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench ® oil meets all[...]

Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer. Part Part Numbers ACDelco ® Part Numbers Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 25099149 A1208 C Engine Oil Filter 2.2L L4 Engine 12605566 PF457G 3.5L V6 and 3.9L V6 Engines 89017342 PF61 Spark Plugs 2.2L L4 Engi[...]

Engine Drive Belt Routing 2.2L L4 Engine 3.5L V6 Engine 471[...]

3.9L V6 MAXX Engine 472[...]

Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 458 . Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 465 can be added on the following record pages. You should[...]

Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 474[...]

Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 475[...]

Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 476[...]

Customer Assistance and Information ....... 47 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ............... 47 8 Online Owner Center ................................. 4 81 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users .......................... 48 2 Customer Assistance Of fices ..................... 48 2 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ........ 4 8 3 R[...]

Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. 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 [...]

STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps 1 and 2, you should file with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights. The BBB Auto Line Program i[...]

STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps 1 and 2, General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge Mediation/Arbitration Program. General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration o[...]

Online Owner Center Online Owner Center (United States only) The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. Specific vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: • Get e-mail service reminders. • Access information about your specific vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic ve[...]

Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user in the U.S. can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can dial[...]

Overseas — Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma # 2740 Col. Lomas de Bezares C.P. 11910, Mexi[...]

Roadside Assistance Program In the U.S., call 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872) In Canada, call 1-800-268-6800 Service available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind a[...]

• Emergency Tow From a Public Roadway or Highway: Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Winch-out assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow. • Flat Tire Change: If your vehicle has a spare tire, installation of the tire in good condition will be covered at no charge.[...]

• Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance: In the event of a warranty related vehicle disablement, while en route and over 250 kilometres from original point of departure, you may qualify for trip interruption expense assistance. This assistance covers reasonable reimbursement of up to a maximum of $500 (Canadian) for (A) meals (maximum of $50[...]

While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family. Remember, we are only a phone call away. U.S. customers call Chevrolet Roadside Assistance: 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872) , text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438 , Canadian customers call 1-800-268-6800 . Chevrolet[...]

Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty and is available only at participating dealers. A separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty ser[...]

In addition, for U.S. customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimb[...]

Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions f[...]

In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may: • use the data for GM research needs, • make it available for research where appropriate confidentiality is to be maintained and need is shown, or • share summary data which is not tied to a specific vehicle with non-GM organizations for research purposes. Others, such as law enforceme[...]

Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair. These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior accidents. In most cases, the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle. A recycled original equipment GM part, may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle’s originally desig[...]

If your vehicle is leased, the leasing company may require you to have insurance that assures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts. Read your lease carefully, as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs. If an Accident Occurs Here is what to do if y[...]

• Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone number, driver’s license number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), insurance company and policy number, and a general description of the damage to the other vehicle. • If possi[...]

Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there. Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipm[...]

Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traf fic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar compla[...]

In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transm[...]

Owner Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 US + Processing Fee Without Portfo[...]

A Accessories and Modifications ..................... 34 2 Accessory Power Outlet(s) .......................... 18 7 Adding Equipment to Y our Airbag- Equipped V ehicle ....................................... 91 Additives, Fuel ............................................ 3 4 5 Add-On Electrical Equipment ....................... 4 46 Adjustable Th[...]

Appearance Care (cont.) Audio System(s) .......................................... 22 7 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ........ 281, 282 Backglass Antenna ................................... 28 5 Care of Y our CD and DVD Player ............ 28 4 Care of Y our CDs and DVDs ................... 28 4 Fixed Mast Antenna ................................. [...]

C Calibration .......................................... 140, 142 California Fuel ............................................. 34 5 California Proposition 65 W arning ................ 3 4 3 Canadian Owners ........................................... 3 Capacities and Specifications ...................... 45 5 Carbon Monoxide ..... 112, 113, 138, 3[...]

Competitive Driving ..................................... 3 05 Content Theft-Deterrent ............................... 11 6 Control of a V ehicle ..................................... 2 9 2 Convenience Net ......................................... 16 2 Coolant Engine T emperature Gage ........................ 21 2 Engine T emperature W arning Light[...]

Driving At Night ................................................... 30 6 City .......................................................... 31 0 Defensive ................................................. 28 8 Drunken ................................................... 28 9 Freeway ................................................... 31 1 Hill and Mou[...]

F Filter Engine Air Cleaner ................................... 36 2 Finish Damage ............................................ 44 3 Fixed Mast Antenna .................................... 28 4 Flashers, Hazard W arning ........................... 17 0 Flash-to-Pass .............................................. 17 3 Flat T ire ....................[...]

H Hazard W arning Flashers ............................ 1 70 Head Restraints ............................................ 13 Headlamp Wiring ......................................... 44 6 Headlamps Automatic Headlamp System .................... 18 4 Bulb Replacement .................................... 39 0 Daytime Running Lamps ...................[...]

L Labeling, T ire Sidewall ................................. 4 00 Lamps Battery Run-Down Protection ................... 18 7 Cargo ...................................................... 18 6 Dome ....................................................... 18 5 Exterior .................................................... 17 9 Fo g .....................[...]

M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services .................... 4 63 At Each Fuel Fill ...................................... 46 6 At Least Once a Month ............................ 4 66 At Least Once a Y ear .............................. 4 67 Introduction .............................................. 45 8 Maintenance Footnotes .........[...]

OnStar ® System, see OnStar ® Manual ........ 14 5 Other W arning Devices ................................ 17 0 Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 19 9 Outlet(s), Accessory Power .......................... 18 7 Outside Convex Mirror .......................................... 1 4 4 Power Heated Mirrors .....................[...]

Radios (cont.) Setting the T ime for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) .................. 22 9 Setting the T ime for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) .................. 22 8 Theft-Deterrent ......................................... 28 1 Understanding Reception ......................... 28 3 Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover ..... 16 0 [...]

S Safety Belt Passenger Reminder Light ....................... 2 03 Pretensioners ............................................. 43 Reminder Light ........................................ 20 3 Safety Belts Care of .................................................... 4 4 0 Driver Position ........................................... 26 How to Wear Saf[...]

Setting the Time Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ..... 22 9 Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ..................................... 22 8 Sheet Metal Damage ................................... 44 3 Shifting Into Park (P) ................................... 13 5 Shifting Out of Park (P) ............................... 13 6 Shoulder Belt He[...]

Theft-Deterrent, Radio ................................. 2 81 Theft-Deterrent Systems .............................. 11 6 Content Theft-Deterrent ............................ 11 6 P ASS-Key ® III+ ........................................ 11 8 P ASS-Key ® III+ Operation ........................ 11 9 Throttle, Adjustable ...........................[...]

T ransaxle Fluid, Automatic .............................. 363, 364 T ransaxle Operation, Automatic ........... 127, 130 T rip Odometer ............................................. 20 2 T runk .......................................................... 11 2 T runk Lamps ............................................... 1 8 6 T urn and Lane-Change Sig[...]

Windows ..................................................... 11 4 Power ...................................................... 11 5 Windshield W asher .................................................... 17 4 W asher Fluid ........................................... 38 0 Wiper Blade Replacement ........................ 3 95 Wiper Blades, Cleaning [...]