GM 2004 manual

Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1 - 1 Front Seats ............................................... 1 - 2 Rear Seats ............................................... 1 - 7 Safety Belts .............................................. 1 - 8 Child Restraints ....................................... 1-27 Supplemental Restraint System[...]

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem are registered trademarks and the name VIBE is a trademark of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute t[...]

Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. { CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you wha[...]

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

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

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Front Seats ..................................................... .1-2 Manual Seats ............................................... .1-2 Driver Seat Height Adjuster ............................. .1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ....................................... .1-3 Head Restraints ............................................ .1-5 Passenger Folding S[...]

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 don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving. Lift the bar located under the front [...]

Driver Seat Height Adjuster Turn the knob located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat cushion to adjust the height of the driver’s seat. It is easier to use the adjuster when the seat is unoccupied. Make sure the ignition is off and the vehicle is in PARK (P) before adjusting the seat. Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the [...]

But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. { CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body. Instead, it will be i[...]

Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Press the release button near the base of the restraint to lower and raise the restraint to a comfortable position. Passenger Folding Seatback { CAUTION: If you fold the seatba[...]

To fold the seatback down, do the following: 1. Lower the head restraint to the lowest position and make sure the seatback is at the most upright position and locked. 2. Pull up on one of the levers located on either side of the back of the passenger’s seatback. 3. Fold the seatback down. To raise the seatback, do the following: 1. Pull the seatb[...]

Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation You can fold either side of the seatback down for more cargo space. The rear right side seatback can also be used as a temporary table while the vehicle is stopped. Make sure the front seatback isn’t reclined or in the rearward most position. If it is, the rear seatback won’t fold down all the way. { CAUTION: If t[...]

To fold either seatback down, do the following: 1. Pull up on the lock release knob, located on the top of the seatbacks. 2. Fold the seatback down. Each seatback can be folded separately. To raise the seatback, do the following: 1. Pull the seatback up and push it back to lock it into place. Make sure the safety belts are not twisted or caught in [...]

{ CAUTION: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and usin[...]

Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it. 1-10[...]

Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-11[...]

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’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-12[...]

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

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 different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see Older Children on page 1-27 or Infants and Young Children on page 1-29 . Follow th[...]

The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on p[...]

6. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should [...]

Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t 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. 1-17[...]

Q: What’s 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 th[...]

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

Q: What’s 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 wouldn’t 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. 1-20[...]

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

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

Lap-Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across [...]

3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. 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 pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply[...]

The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. { CAUTION: 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. To unlatch the belt, just push the[...]

Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners. Although you cannot see them, they are located on the retractor part of the safety belts for the driver and right front passenger. They help the safety belts reduce a person’s forward movement in a moderate to severe crash in which the front of the vehicle hits something. Prete[...]

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: If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The[...]

{ CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t 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. The lap po[...]

Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by the appropriate restraint. Young children should not use the vehicle’s safety belts, unless there is no other choice. { CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much — until a crash.[...]

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

For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer’s instructions that come with the restraint [...]

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

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

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

Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We, therefore, recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a boo[...]

In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. { CAUTION: Each top tether anchor is designed to anchor only one child restraint. Attaching more than on[...]

Top Strap Anchor Location Anchor the top strap to one of the top strap anchors. Your vehicle has top strap anchors for the rear seating positions. You will find three top strap anchors in a covered compartment on the floor of the rear cargo area. To access the anchors, open the compartment doors marked with the child restraint anchor symbol. 1-38[...]

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will find anchors (A) for both outside rear seat positions. This system, designed to make installation of child restraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts. Instead, it uses vehicle anchors (A, B) and child restraint attachments to [...]

In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has a label on the seatback at each lower anchor position. To assist you in locating the anchors for this child restraint syst[...]

{ CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the[...]

Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-39 . See Top Strap on page 1-36 if the child restraint has one. If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt to se[...]

4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten th[...]

Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: { CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the r[...]

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-45[...]

6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in dif ferent directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle [...]

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) This part explains the frontal and side impact Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) or air bag systems. Your vehicle has air bags – a frontal air bag for the driver and another frontal air bag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may also have side impact air bags – a side impact air bag for the driver[...]

Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: { CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt – even if you have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Air bags are designe[...]

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

Where Are the Air Bags? The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-50[...]

If your vehicle has one, the right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. { CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating a[...]

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

What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? In an impact of suff icient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For both frontal and side impact air bags, the sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, the air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag [...]

What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates? After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module – the steering wheel hub for the driver’s air bag, the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s bag, the side of the seatback clo[...]

In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. • Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After an air bag inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air[...]

Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems. To purchase a service manual, see “Service and Owner Publications” in[...]

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[...]

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Keys .............................................................. .2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ........................ .2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation .......... .2-5 Doors and Locks ............................................ .2-7 Door Locks ................................................... .2-7 Power Door Locks ..............[...]

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

One key is used for the ignition, the doors and all other locks. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the key tag from the key and gives it to the first owner. Each tag has a 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 key, you’ll be able to hav[...]

Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped, the keyless entry 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 interference, and 2. This device mus[...]

Remote Keyless Entry System Operation If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. LOCK: Press this button to lock all of the doors. The turn signal lights will flash once to confirm that the doors have l[...]

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 dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the repla[...]

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 won’t open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. So, wear safety belts pro[...]

If your vehicle has power door locks, open the driver’s door by turning the key in the lock toward the rear of the vehicle. Turning the key back toward the center, then toward the rear again will unlock all of the doors. Using the key in the passenger’s door will also unlock all of the doors. Lock a door by turning the key toward the front of t[...]

To open a rear door with the security lock, do the following: 1. Unlock the door from the inside. 2. Then open the door from the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults and older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the rear door from the inside. You should let adults and older children know how these secur[...]

Liftgate/Liftglass Release To open the liftgate using your key insert the key into the keyhole and turn the key counterclockwise. Raise the liftgate by hand. When closing the liftgate, you can use the handle to pull it down. To lock the liftgate, turn the key clockwise to the first position. To open the liftglass using your key insert the key into[...]

Windows { CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. Manual Windows Use the window crank to open and close [...]

Power Windows If your vehicle has this option, the switches controlling the driver’s and passenger’s windows are located on the driver’s door. The power window switch on each passenger door controls that window only. These switches work while the ignition is on. For the front windows, press the front of a switch to lower a window and lift the[...]

Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them to the side. The visors can also be extended for more coverage. Swing the visor down and to the side and then slide the visor out to extend it. Do not extend the visor when it is in the forward position, only when it is at the side of the vehicle. Visor Vanity Mir[...]

Arming the System To arm the system, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position and remove it. 2. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle. 3. Close and lock all the side doors and liftgate with the key or remote keyless entry transmitter. The indicator light located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel w[...]

How the System Alarm is Activated The system will activate the alarm under the following conditions: • If the driver’s or front passenger’s door is unlocked or if any of the other side doors or the liftgate is forcibly opened without the key or remote keyless entry transmitter. • If the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected.[...]

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: • Don’t drive at any one speed — fast or slow — for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. • Avoid making hard stops[...]

(A) LOCK: This is the only position from which you can remove the key. This locks your steering wheel, ignition and automatic transaxle. Push in the ignition switch as you turn the key toward you. If you have an automatic transaxle, the ignition switch can’t be turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is in PARK (P). { CAUTION: On manual transaxle v[...]

Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position – that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift [...]

Engine Coolant Heater In very cold weather, 0°F ( − 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater, if equipped, can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use of the[...]

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

Ensure that the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes 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 the shift lever, push the shift lever all[...]

SECOND (2): This position gives you more power than DRIVE (D) but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. LOW (L): This position gives you even more power than SECOND (2) but lower fuel economy. You can use it[...]

Manual Transaxle Operation Five-Speed First (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into FIRST (1) when you’re going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). If you’ve come to a complete stop and it’s hard to shift into FIRST (1), put the shift lever in[...]

Six-Speed FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into FIRST (1) when you’re going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). If you’ve come to a complete stop and it’s hard to shift into FIRST (1), put the shift lever in neutral and let up on the c[...]

THIRD (3): Press the clutch pedal and upshift into THIRD (3). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5), SIXTH (6): Shift into FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6) the same way you do for THIRD (3). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. To stop, let up on the [...]

Shift Speeds { CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. You could injure yourself or others. Don’t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. This chart shows when to shift to the next gear for the best fuel economy. Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Speeds Engine 1t o2o r 2t o1 [...]

Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button. Hold the release button in as you move the leve[...]

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 won’t move, even when you’re on fairly[...]

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could[...]

Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your automatic 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 diff icult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake an[...]

If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn the ignition to LOCK. Make sure the parking brake is applied. 2. Carefully pry the shift-lock override small, round cover from the floor-shift console, located to the right of the shift lever. 3. Insert the end of a flat-tipped tool into the circular [...]

Parking Over Things That Burn { CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-32[...]

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

Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It’s 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 off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust.” Also, idling in a closed-in place can[...]

Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror The inside rearview mirror is attached to your vehicle’s front windshield glass. If you do not have a sunroof, your vehicle’s inside rearview mirror may be equipped with reading lamps. If your vehicle is equipped with this mirror, there are two buttons located on the bottom of the mirror. Press the buttons to turn[...]

Outside Remote Control Mirrors These controls are located to the left of your steering wheel on the instrument panel. To adjust either mirror, push the button labeled L (left) or R (right). Then use the arrows on the control pad to adjust the mirror. Once you have adjusted both mirrors, move the selector switch back to the center. This prevents mov[...]

Storage Areas Glove Box To open the glove box door, lift the latch. Always keep the glove box door closed while driving. Cupholder(s) There are two fixed cupholders located in the console area between the two front seats. There are also two cupholders that fold out of the rear of the console storage unit. Coinholder(s) Your instrument panel has a [...]

How to Remove and Replace the Floor Mat To remove the floor mat, pull up on the rear of the mat to disconnect it from the locator hooks. To reinstall the floor mat, line up the openings in the floor mat over the locator hooks and push down into place. Luggage Carrier { CAUTION: If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer [...]

To adjust the position of the crossrails, do the following: 1. Turn the eight knobs counterclockwise to loosen the crossrails. 2. Slide the crossrails to the desired position for loading the luggage. 3. After adjusting the crossrails, be sure to tighten all the knobs by turning the knobs clockwise. Notice: Loading cargo that weighs more than 75 lbs[...]

Rear Storage Area A storage area is located under the rear cargo area floor panel. Turn the two lock knobs on the floor panel to unlock the storage area access cover. Be sure to lock the access cover to close it securely. Rear Cargo Accessory Track System Your vehicle has a track system located on the floor of the rear cargo area. This system ca[...]

Cargo Cover To use the cargo cover, attach the side hooks of the cargo cover to the upper tie down hooks located along both sides of the rear cargo area. { CAUTION: An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. You or others could be injured. If you remove the cover, always store it in the[...]

Sunroof If your vehicle has a sunroof, you can tilt or open it. To tilt the sunroof, slide the sunshade rearward, then press the switch marked UP. Press the other end of the switch to lower the sunroof. Your ignition must be on for the switch to work. To open the sunroof, press the SLIDE arrow that points to the rear of the vehicle. To close it, pr[...]

Instrument Panel Overview .............................. .3-2 Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... .3-4 Other Warning Devices .................................. .3-4 Horn ............................................................ .3-5 Tilt Wheel .................................................... .3-5 Turn Signal/Multifunction[...]

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The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-22 . B. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-26 . C. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-4 . D. Audio System. See Audio System(s) on page 3-41 . E. Rear Window Defogger Button. [...]

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

Horn To sound the horn, press anywhere on the horn pad on your steering wheel. Tilt Wheel A tilt steering column allows you to adjust the steering column before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The tilt lever is located underneath the steering wheel column. To til[...]

Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has an upward (for right) and a downward (for left) position. 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. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. To signal a lane change, raise or lower the lever until the [...]

Windshield Wipers The lever on the right side of the steering column controls the windshield wipers and washer. The available positions are the following: OFF: The wipers are off. INT (Intermittent): Move the lever to INT to choose a delayed wiping cycle. In light rain or snow, you might want to use this position rather than continuous wiping. You [...]

Windshield Washer Pull the lever toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield. The spray will continue until you release the lever. The wipers will run a few times. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-39 . To squirt washer fluid on the rear window, twist the knob upward and downward as far as it will go. The knob automatically returns fro[...]

With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of 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 25 mph (40 km/h). { CAUTION: • Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise contro[...]

Resuming a Set Speed Suppose the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This will shut off cruise control. But you won’t need to reset it. Unless you’re going less than 25 mph (40 km/h) you can push the lever up to RES/ACC (Resume/Accelerate). You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. The cru[...]

Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: • Push and hold the lever to SET/COAST until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. • To slow down in very small amounts, push the lever down briefly. Each time you do this, you’ll go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower. Pass[...]

Exterior Lamps The lever on the left side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps. O (Exterior Lamps): Turn the outside part of the lever with the symbol on it, to operate the lamps. The exterior lamp switch has three positions: OFF: Turning the switch to this position turns off all lamps, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). O (Parki[...]

Automatic Headlamp System Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic light sensor on the top left corner of the instrument panel, so be sure it is not covered or the headlamps will be on continuously. When it is dark enough outside, your automatic headlamp system will turn on your low-beam headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps s[...]

When it begins to get dark, the headlamps will automatically switch from DRL to the regular headlamps. See “Automatic Headlamp System” earlier in this section. When you turn the exterior lamp switch off, the regular lamps will go off and your headlamps will change to the reduced brightness of DRL provided it is not dark outside. DRL also comes [...]

The brightness of the instrument panel lights will decrease when the headlamps are on. It is recommended that the brightness level is kept at the maximum setting for all daytime driving to insure proper visibility. The interior light has the following positions: OFF: This position turns the light off. ON: This position keeps the light on all the ti[...]

Reading Lamp If you have a sunroof, you will have a reading lamp near the sunroof switch. Press the button to turn the lamp on and press it again to turn it off. If you do not have a sunroof, your vehicle’s inside rearview mirror may be equipped with reading lamps. If your vehicle is equipped with reading lamps, there are two buttons located on t[...]

Accessory Power Outlets With the accessory power outlet, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. The accessory power outlet is located in the center console storage area. To use the outlet, the ignition must be in ON or ACC. Pull down the small cover to access the outlet. Notice: When using an accessory power outlet, maximum electrical load[...]

Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current With this power outlet, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment with a maximum limit of 115 VAC. If you try to use equipment that requires more than the limit, a protection circuit will cut the power supply. The power will automatically restart when equipment that operates within the limit is plugged[...]

Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Notice: Don’t put papers or other flammable items into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them, causing a damaging fire. To use the lighter, push the lighter in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back out by itself. If the engine is not running, the key must b[...]

To change the current mode, select one of the following: H (Vent): This mode directs air to the upper instrument panel outlets. ) (Bi-Level): This mode directs the air to the upper instrument panel outlets, and to the floor outlets. 6 (Floor): This mode directs the air to the floor outlets and to the outboard outlets (for the side windows). ? (Re[...]

Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. U[...]

The rear window defogger will turn off automatically approximately 15 minutes after the button is pressed. The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine. Notice: Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the defogger and the [...]

Passenger Compartment Air Filter Passenger compartment air, both outside and recirculated air, is routed through a passenger compartment air filter. The filter removes certain contaminants from the air, including pollen and dust particles. Reductions in airflow, which may occur more quickly in dusty areas, indicate that the filter needs to be r[...]

3. Lift the snaps on the filter cover to remove the cover. 4. Remove the air filter. 5. Reverse the steps to install the new air filter. If you choose not to replace the air filter after removing it, using your vehicle without a filter won’t cause damage. 3-24[...]

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 a[...]

Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel is left in the tank and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. United States Cluster Shown, Canada Similar 3-26[...]

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 miles. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then it mus[...]

Tachometer The tachometer shows engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). Notice: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area, or engine damage may occur. Temperature Display The outside air temperature is displayed on the center of the instrument panel, within the speedometer. The display will show the outside ai[...]

Your vehicle also has a safety belt reminder light for the right front passenger position. This light is located on the center of the instrument panel, above the audio system. When the key is turned to ON or START, this light will come on as a reminder for the right front passenger to fasten the safety belt. The safety belt light will flash until [...]

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

Charging System Light This light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. Then it should go out when the engine starts. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. It could indicate that you have a loos[...]

If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 3-32 and Towing Your Vehicle on page[...]

If the light stays on, turn the ignition to LOCK. Or, if the light comes on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t o[...]

Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a [...]

Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust, intake or fuel system of your vehicle or replacement tires that do not match your vehicle’s original tires can affect your vehicle’s emission controls and may cause this light to come on. Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. This[...]

If the Light Is On Steady You also may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See Filling Your Tank on page 5-7 . The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or imprope[...]

Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your veh[...]

Oil Pressure Light If you have a problem with your oil, this light may stay on after you start your engine or come on when you are driving. This indicates that there is not enough oil pressure to keep your engine properly lubricated and cool. The engine could be low on oil, or have some other oil related problem. Have it fixed right away. The oil [...]

Cruise Control Light The CRUISE light appears whenever you use the ON-OFF button to set your cruise control. See “Cruise Control” under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-5 . Overdrive Of f Light Your automatic transaxle has overdrive. The light will come on whenever you turn off the overdrive. See “Overdrive Off” under Automatic Tra[...]

Fuel Gage Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank. There is an arrow on the fuel gage that indicates that the fuel filler door is on the left side of your vehicle. The fuel gage works only when the ignition switch is ON. When the gage first indicates E or empty, you still have a little fuel left, about 1 or 2 gallons (3.8 L or 7.[...]

Audio System(s) Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio – be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio or other systems, and even[...]

Radio with CD Your radio has a blinking red light that is used as a theft-deterrent feature. The light will blink whenever your ignition is off. Radio Data System (RDS) Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, your radio can do the [...]

Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Push this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease volume. SCV (Speed-Compensated Volume): This button is inoperable on this radio. RCL (Recall): Push this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. Pushing this knob with the ignition[...]

Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, six XM1 and six XM2 (USA only, if equipped), 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. Pres[...]

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL (Balance): Press and release this button until BAL appears on the display. The SELECT LED indicator will light to show that the speakers can be adjusted. Turn the SELECT knob to move the sound toward the left or the right speakers. FADE: Press and release this button until FADE appears on the display. The S[...]

Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite program types (PTYs). These pushbuttons have factory PTY presets. You can set up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2. 2. Press PROG TYPE, if it is not already on. 3. Turn the SELECT knob to s[...]

TRAF (Traff ic): If TRAF appears on the display, the tuned station broadcasts traff ic announcements. To receive the traff ic announcement from the tuned station, press this button. Brackets will be displayed around TRAF and when a traff ic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it. If the current tuned station does not broadca[...]

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 co[...]

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Message Condition Action Required No Info Category Name not available No category information is available at this time on this channel. Your system is working properly. No Info No Text/Informational message available No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel. Your sys[...]

Playing a Compact Disc With the ignition on, insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD when the ignition is off, first press the eject symbol or push the RCL knob. If you insert a CD with the radio off and the ignition on, it will start to play. When[...]

w SCAN x : Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN and the track number appear on the display and you hear a beep. The disc will go to the next track, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next track. Press this button again to stop scanning. RCL (Recall): Push this button to see how long the current track has been[...]

Radio with Six-Disc CD Your radio has a blinking red light that is used as a theft-deterrent feature. The light will blink whenever your ignition is off. Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Push this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease volume. AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): Your system has a feature [...]

Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, or AM. The display will show your selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stations. s SEEK t : Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. The radio will seek only to stations that are in the selected band and only to tho[...]

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) AUDIO: Push the AUDIO knob until BASS, MID, or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to increase or to decrease. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. To adjust bass, midrange or treble to the middle position, select BASS, MID, or TREB and push and hold the AUDIO knob. The radio will[...]

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

SCAN: You can also scan through the channels within a category by performing the following: 1. Press the P-TYPE button. P-TYPE and the last selected PTY will be displayed on the screen. 2. Select a category by turning the P-TYPE knob. 3. Once the desired category is displayed, press and hold either SCAN arrow, and the radio will begin scanning with[...]

INFO (Information): If the current station has a message, INFO will appear on the display. Press this button to see the message. The message may display the artist and song title, call in phone numbers, etc. If the whole message is not displayed, parts of it will appear every three seconds. To scroll through the message at your own speed, press the[...]

LOAD CD Z : Press the LOAD side of this button to load CDs into the compact disc player. This compact disc player will hold up to six discs. To insert one disc, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Press and release the LOAD side of the LOAD CD button. 3. Wait for the light, located to the right of the slot, to turn green. 4. Load a disc. [...]

Playing a Specific Loaded Compact Disc For every CD loaded, a number will appear on the radio display. To play a specific CD, first press the CD AUX button to start playing a CD. Then press the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD you want to play. A small bar will appear under the CD number that is playing, and the track number will a[...]

RDM (Random): With random, you can listen to the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order, on one disc or on all of the discs. To use random, do one of the following: • To play the tracks on the disc you are listening to in random order, press and release the RDM button. RANDOM ONE will appear on the display. Press RDM again to turn it off[...]

Using Song List Mode The integrated six-disc CD changer has a feature called song list. This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections. To save tracks into the song list feature, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the CD player on and load it with at least one disc. See “LOAD CD” listed previously in this section for more information. [...]

After a track has been deleted, the remaining tracks are moved up the list. When another track is added to the song list, the track will be added to the end of the list. To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the CD player on. 2. Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on. S-LIST will appear on the display. 3. Pre[...]

Navigation/Radio System The display screen is located in the center of the instrument panel. Your vehicle may have an AM-FM navigation radio system that includes a Radio Data System (RDS) with program type selections (PTY) that will seek out the kind of music you want to listen to. The radio system can also communicate with your navigation system t[...]

XM™ Satellite Radio Service (USA Only) XM™ Satellite Radio gives you digital radio reception from coast to coast. Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to come and go. Your radio may display NO SIGNAL to indicate interference. Care of Your CDs Handle discs carefully. Store them in[...]

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ......... .4-2 Defensive Driving .......................................... .4-2 Drunken Driving ............................................ .4-2 Control of a Vehicle ....................................... .4-5 Braking ........................................................ .4-6 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Syst[...]

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 1-8 . Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or[...]

Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adult population — choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws. The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway [...]

There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks. The law in an increasing number of U.S. states, and throu[...]

There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord or heart. This means that when anyone who has been drinking — driver or passenger — is in a crash, that person’s chance of bein[...]

Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That is perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That is reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But that is only an average. It might be less with one driver and as long as two or th[...]

Anti-lock Brake System Your vehicle may have anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, this warning light on the instrument panel will come on briefly when you start your vehicle. When you start your engine, or when you begin to drive away, your anti-[...]

The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: An[...]

Braking in Emergencies At some time, nearly every driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking. If you have anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. However, if you do not have anti-lock, your first reaction — to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down — may be the wrong thing to do. Your wheels can stop rolling. Once [...]

Steering Tips Driving on Curves It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here is why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes[...]

Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective 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 ti[...]

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

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

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 danger. Ski[...]

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

You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching 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 traff ic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking. It’s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank fille[...]

Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your tires do not hav[...]

City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traff ic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traff ic 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 traff ic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or[...]

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

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

• Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill. { CAUTION: If you do not shift down, your brakes 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[...]

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 vehicle. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of r[...]

What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it’s about freezing (32°F; 0°C) and freezing rain begins to fall. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can ge[...]

If You’re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: • Turn on your hazard flashers.[...]

{ 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 can not 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 any that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And check a[...]

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

Using the Recovery Hook Your vehicle is equipped with a recovery hook. The recovery hook is provided at the front of your vehicle. It can only be used for pulling your vehicle out. { CAUTION: The recovery hook, when used, is under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hook at a sideways angle. The hook could break [...]

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 7-6 . 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 For front-wheel-drive vehicles with manual transaxles only do the following: When dinghy towing, be sure to follow the posted legal speed limit. 1. Put the shift lever in neutral. 2. Turn the ignition to ACC to avoid locking the steering wheel. Make sure the audio system is turned off and that nothing is plugged into the power outlets[...]

Dolly Towing If your vehicle is a front-wheel drive vehicle it can be towed using a dolly. To tow your vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. 2. Put the vehicle in PARK (P) for automatic transaxles and in neutral for manual transaxles. 3. Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 4. Clamp the steering wh[...]

This is an example of what your vehicle’s Tire-Loading Information/Certification label might look like. It is located in the glovebox and shows how much weight your vehicle may properly carry. The label tells you the proper size, and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle. It also gives you important information about the[...]

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 different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. • Con[...]

Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And if you tow a trailer, you must ad[...]

Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: • Don’t let the steel in a hitch contact the aluminum on your bumper. If you do, the two will corrode. You can use something like paint or plastic tap[...]

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 [...]

Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your dealer. The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn[...]

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 ........................................................... .5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work ........................ .5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ............................................. .5-4 Fuel ............................................................... .5-4 Gasoline Octane ..............................[...]

Appearance Care ........................................... .5-89 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ................ .5-89 Care of Safety Belts ..................................... .5-92 Weatherstrips .............................................. .5-92 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ............. .5-92 Sheet Metal Damage .................[...]

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: Doing Your Own Service Work If you wa[...]

CAUTION: (Continued) • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later break or fall off. You could be hurt. Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the [...]

Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by automobile manufacturers around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel Charter which is available from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers at www.autoalliance.org. Gasoline meeting these specifications could provide improved driveabil[...]

Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your emission control system to work properly. You should not have to add anything to your fuel. However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive [...]

Filling Your 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 off your engine when you are refueling. Don’t smoke if you’re near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials awa[...]

The fuel door release lever is located near the floor under the driver’s seat on the outboard side. While refueling, hang the fuel cap inside of the fuel door. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). { CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if [...]

When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-34 . { CAUTION: If a[...]

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, windshi[...]

2. Then go to the front of the vehicle. Release the secondary hood release by pulling up on the lever located near the middle of the hood. 3. Lift the hood. 4. Release the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop rod into the slot in the hood. To insert the hood prop rod into the slot, move it straight up. If it is moved to the side or[...]

Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood of the 1.8 L (Code 8) engine, you’ll see the following: 5-12[...]

A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-39 . B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-38 . C. Radiator Pressure Cap. See Radiator Pressure Cap on page 5-29 . D. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil on page 5-16 . E. Coolant Recovery Tank. See Engine Coolant on page 5-27 . F. Engine Oil[...]

When you open the hood of the 1.8 L (Code L) H.O. DOHC engine, you’ll see the following: 5-14[...]

A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-39 . B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-38 . C. Radiator Pressure Cap. See Radiator Pressure Cap on page 5-29 . D. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil on page 5-16 . E. Coolant Recovery Tank. See Engine Coolant on page 5-27 . F. Engine Oil[...]

Engine Oil If the engine oil pressure light appears on the instrument cluster, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see Oil Pressure Light on page 3-38 . You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder. Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time[...]

When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the hole at the tip of the dipstick, then you will need to add at least one quart 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 Specifications on page 5-101 . Notice: Don’t add too much oil. If your eng[...]

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. 5-18[...]

• SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, if it is going to be 0°F (–18°C) or above and SAE 5W-30 is not available, you may use SAE 10W-30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting these requirements shou[...]

When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you, use the short trip/city maintenance schedule: • Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. • Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traff ic). • You frequently tow a tr[...]

What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer?[...]

To check or replace the filter, do the following: 1. Release the two clips that hold the cover down. 2. Lift the cover off. 3. Pull out the engine air cleaner/filter. 4. Install a new engine air cleaner/filter, if needed. 5. Reinstall the cover. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. See Part A: Scheduled[...]

Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Check the fluid in the transaxle and differential every 30,000 miles (50 000 km). Change the fluid every 60,000 miles (100 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: ?[...]

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

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

Then, follow these steps: 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 3. If the fluid level is good, install the plug and be sure it is fully seated. If the fluid level is low, add more fluid as described in the next steps. How to Add Fluid Here’s how to add fluid. Refer to the M[...]

When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-19 and Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-26 . How to Check and Add Fluid Check to make sure that the ?[...]

What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and one-half half coolant that meets GM Specification 1825-M, which won’t damage aluminum parts. You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825-M with a complete coolant flush and refill. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else[...]

Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. { CAUTION: Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost never have to add[...]

Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-33 . 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. Ju[...]

If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: • Climb a long hill on a hot day. • Stop after high-speed driving. • Idle for long periods in traff ic. • Tow a trailer. If you get the overheat wa[...]

Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Electric Engine Cooling Fan B. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank C. Radiator 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 un[...]

The coolant level should be at or above the FULL mark. If it isn’t, 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 them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run[...]

How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or above the FULL mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and a proper coolant at the coolant recovery tank. See Engine Coolant on page 5-27 for more information about the proper coolant mixture. { CAUTION: Adding only [...]

{ CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the FULL mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can [...]

How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A [...]

4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL mark. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may [...]

Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. The power steering fluid reservoir is located in the engin[...]

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 suff icient protection against freezing. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for rese[...]

Notice: • When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. • Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid. • Fill your washe[...]

So, it is not a good idea to “top off” your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. { CAUTION: If you hav[...]

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 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-26 . 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 [...]

Brake Wear The GT series has four-wheel disc brakes. All other models have front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are p[...]

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

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

Notice: If you leave your radio on, it could be badly damaged. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter. Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren’t needed. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it could save[...]

{ CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t 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 basic things you should kno[...]

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

9. Connect the other end of the negative ( − ) cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11. Try[...]

A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( − ) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( − ) cable from the vehicle with good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) c[...]

All-Wheel Drive If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. However, it has two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Part C: Periodic Mai[...]

Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. For the type of bulb to use, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-59 . 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 the instructi[...]

To replace the headlamp bulb, do the following: 1. Open the hood and locate the lamp assembly. 2. Remove the rubber cover and socket from the headlamp. 5-53[...]

3. Release the retainer clip holding the bulb by pressing down and moving the metal retainer away from you. 4. Pull the bulb out of the fixture. 5. Reverse the steps to install a new bulb. Front Turn Signal Lamps To replace the front turn signal lamp bulbs, do the following: 1. See Headlamps on page 5-52 . 2. Locate the turn signal bulb. 3. Turn t[...]

Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) To replace the center high-mounted stoplamp bulb, do the following: 1. The bulb is located on the inside of the liftgate liftglass near the top. Remove the two clips on both sides of the cover and remove it. 2. Unscrew the two screws from the CHMSL housing and remove the housing to expose the bulb. 3. Turn the b[...]

4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 5. Reverse the previous steps to install a new bulb. Rear Combination Lamps To replace the turn signal and brake lamp bulbs, do the following: A. Brake Lamp B. Turn Signal Lamp 5-56[...]

1. Remove the storage compartment cover in the rear cargo area of the vehicle to access the bulbs. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp housing. 5-57[...]

3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 4. Reverse the previous steps to install a new bulb. 5. Reinstall the cover. Back-Up Lamps The back-up lamp bulb is located below the rear combination lamps. To replace the back-up lamp bulb, do the following: 1. Reach up under the rear fascia to locate the back-up lamp housing. 5-58[...]

2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp housing. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 4. Reverse the previous steps to install a new bulb. Replacement Bulbs Lamps Bulb Number Headlamp High-/Low-Beam 9003 Front Turn Signal 1157NA Brake Lamp 7443 Back-Up Lamps 7440 Rear Turn Signal 7440 CHMSL 921 5-59[...]

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” under At Least Twice a Year on page 6-20 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. Here’s how to remove the wiper blade: 1. Pull the windsh[...]

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’s Owner’s Manual and other glove com[...]

Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into it’s sidewall. The following illustration shows an example of a passenger car tire sidewall. 5-62[...]

A. Tire Size B. Department of Transportation (DOT) C. Tire Identification Number (TIN) D. Tire Ply Material E. Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) F. Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service de[...]

Tire Size The following illustration shows an example of a typical passenger car tire size. A. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire B. Tire Width C. Aspect Ratio D. Belt Rating E. Rim Diameter F. Load Range G. Speed Rating Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter “P” as the first character in the tir[...]

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, for example, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes[...]

Load Index: An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire. Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight; accessory weight; vehicle capacity weight; and production options weight. [...]

Tread Width: The width of the tire’s tread. UTQGS: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards, a tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire’s traction, temperature and treadwear. Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire. See Un[...]

When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they’re underin?[...]

When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Tires should only be moved from front to rear and rear to front on the same side of the vehicle. Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loadin[...]

When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. 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[...]

Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the tire and loading information label. For more information about this label and where to find it, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-32 . Make sure the replacements are the same size, load capacity, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your[...]

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum selection width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the Unites States National Highway Traff ic Safety Administration, which grades tires by [...]

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[...]

Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know t[...]

Used Replacement Wheels { CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel. Tire Chains Notice: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use o[...]

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

Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. { CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tire. To[...]

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jack, wheel wrench, jack handle and spare tire are stowed in the rear of the vehicle, underneath the floor of the cargo area. To remove the spare tire and tools do the following: 1. Turn the two lock knobs on the floor of the cargo area to UNLOCK. 2. Lift up the cargo area floor panel, remove the hook attach[...]

Notice: Make sure to place the hook in the proper location in order to avoid damaging the vehicle. Be sure to remove the hook when finished and place it back in its original position before closing the liftgate. 3. Remove the jack from the tray on the right side of the compartment and the jack handle and wheel wrench from the top side of the compa[...]

The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), jack handle (B) and wheel wrench (C). 6. Attach the jack handle to the jack. 7. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the lift head. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. 5-80[...]

2. Position the jack and raise the jack lift head to fit over the car flange between the two notches. { CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off 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 [...]

3. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well. 4. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 5. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 5-82[...]

{ CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; [...]

7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 8. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. { CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nut[...]

Storing the 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. Return the jack, jack handle and wheel wrench to the storage area. The compact spare tire stor[...]

5. Pass the belts through the center hole of the wheel. 6. Attach the other end of the belts to the rear, lower tie-down hooks. 7. Position the tire edge against the rear center end of the floor panel. Pull the end of the belts to make sure the tire is secure. 5-86[...]

Storing the Spare 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. A. Jack B. Wheel Wrench C. Bolt D. Spare Tire E. Jack Handle F. Nut Return the jack, jack han[...]

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

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

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

Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. • Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do this more than once. • Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you do not get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and vinyl cleaner. See your dealer for this product. Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm w[...]

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.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved clean[...]

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

Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, flush these materials from the under[...]

Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description Usage Finish Enhancer Removes dust, fingerprints, and surface contaminants. Spray on wipe off. Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks, fine scratches and other light surface contamination. Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish. Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans, shine[...]

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

Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain of f. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats du[...]

Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located underneath the instrument panel on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Fuses Usage TAIL Front Parking Lamps, Taillamps, License Plate Lamps, Instrument Panel Lights, Engine Control System OBD On-Board Diagnostic System WIPER Windshield Wipers AM2 Charging System, Air Bag System,[...]

Engine Compartment Fuse Block This engine compartment fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle near the air cleaner. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. Fuses Usage HEAD MAIN Right Headlamp, Left Headlamp Fuses ALT-S Charging System EFI Electronic Fuel Injection[...]

Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Application Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a 1.41 lbs 0.64 kg Automatic Transaxle 1.8L Engine (Code 8) 1.8L Engine (Code 8) with AWD 1.8L Engine (Code L) 3.2 quarts 3.1 quarts 4.3 quarts 3.0 L 2.9 L 4.1 L Cool[...]

Application Capacities English Metric Manual Transaxle Five-Speed Six-Speed 2.0 quarts 2.4 quarts 1.9 L 2.3 L Rear Differential 0.5 quarts 0.5 L Transfer Case 0.8 quarts 0.8 L Wheels and Tires Wheel Nut Torque 76 lb-ft 103 Y All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. See Pa[...]

Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part Number Battery ACDelco ® Part No. 19001602 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter GM Part No. 88969107 Engine Oil Filter Engine Oil Filter (Code 8) Engine Oil Filter (Code L) GM Part No. 88971573 GM Part No. 88969580 Passenger Compartment Air Filter GM Part No. 88970273 PCV Valve PCV Valve (Code 8 base model) PCV Valve[...]

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Maintenance Schedule ..................................... .6-2 Introduction .................................................. .6-2 Maintenance Requirements ............................. .6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... .6-2 How This Section is Organized ........................ .6-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services [...]

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 Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections and re[...]

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

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive short distances only a few ti[...]

Selecting the Right Schedule First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which schedule to follow: Short Trip/City Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: • Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is p[...]

At 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Or 48 Months, Whichever Occurs First) — Then Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) (or 12 Months, Whichever Occurs First): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Every 120,000 Miles (200 000 km): Spark Plug Replacement. These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenanc[...]

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The service shown at 120,000 miles (200 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 120,000 miles (200 000 km) for the life of th[...]

15,000 Miles (25 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter. ❑ Change transfer case fluid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential fluid when doing frequent trailer towing. 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) ❑ [...]

30,000 Miles (50 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter. ❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket and lines for d[...]

39,000 Miles (65 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-68 for proper rotatio[...]

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter. ❑ Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 48 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter (or every 24[...]

66,000 Miles (110 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-68 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions[...]

84,000 Miles (140 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-68 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions[...]

93,000 Miles (155 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-68 for proper rotat[...]

7,500 Miles (12 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-68 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months[...]

37,500 Miles (62 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-68 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 month[...]

❑ Change manual transaxle fluid every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) only if your vehicle is used to tow a trailer. ❑ Change automatic transaxle fluid every 60,000 miles (100 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: − In heavy city traff ic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or high[...]

90,000 Miles (150 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter. ❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket and lines for damage or leaks (or every 24 months, whicheve[...]

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

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

At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Seat Operation Check Make sure the head restraints stay in position and all seat latches lock. Check that the recliner holds by pushing and pulling the seatback while it is reclined. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood l[...]

Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check { CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parkin[...]

Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanism Check { CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to m[...]

Part C: Periodic Maintenance I nspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be fo[...]

Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended a[...]

Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. To determine the proper[...]

Usage Fluid/Lubricant Manual Transaxle Shift Linkage Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. F[...]

Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Rea[...]

Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6-29[...]

Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6-30[...]

Customer Assistance Information ..................... .7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... .7-2 Online Owner Center ..................................... .7-4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ............................... .7-4 Customer Assistance Off ices ........................... .7-4 GM Mobility Program[...]

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

STEP THREE: 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 One and Two, you should file with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian owners [...]

Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. You can find your specific vehicle information all in one place. The Owner Center allows you to: • Get e-mail service reminders. • Access information about your specific vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner’s manual. (Unite[...]

From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Canada – Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 ([...]

GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as area [...]

We have quick, easy access to telephone numbers of the following additional services depending on your needs: • Hotels • Glass replacement • Tire repair facilities • Rental vehicle or taxis • Airports or train stations • Police, fire departments or hospitals In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Pontiac’s comprehen[...]

Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book. Courtesy Transportation Pontiac has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance y[...]

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

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 Traff ic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar compla[...]

Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-762-2737, or write: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232-5172 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-78[...]

Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or [...]

A Accessory Power Outlets ................................. 3-17 Adding W asher Fluid ....................................... 5-39 Additional Program Information ........................... 7 - 9 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5 - 6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ............................ 5-97 Adjusting the Speake[...]

B Backing Up .................................................... 4-38 Battery .......................................................... 5-44 Battery Replacement ......................................... 2 - 6 Before Leaving on a Long T rip ......................... 4-21 Body Lubrication Service .................................. 6-21 Brake ......[...]

Child Restraints .............................................. 1-33 Child Restraint Systems ............................... 1-33 Infants and Y oung Children ........................... 1-29 Lower Anchorages and T op T ethers for Children (LA TCH System) .......................... 1-39 Older Children ............................................. 1-[...]

Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ............................................ 7-10 Roadside Assistance Program ......................... 7 - 6 Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-11 D Daytime Running Lamps .................................. 3-13 Defensive Driving .....[...]

Engine (cont.) Exhaust ..................................................... 2-33 O i l ............................................................. 5-16 Overheating ................................................ 5-30 Starting ...................................................... 2-18 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ..................... 5-100 En[...]

G Gage ............................................................ 3-33 Engine Coolant T emperature ......................... 3-33 Fuel .......................................................... 3-40 Speedometer .............................................. 3-27 T achometer ................................................. 3-28 Gasoline .........[...]

Ignition T ransaxle Lock Check .......................... 6-22 Infants and Y oung Children, Restraints ............... 1-29 Inflation — T ire Pressure ................................. 5-67 Inspection ...................................................... 6-25 Brake System ............................................. 6-25 Engine Cooling System [...]

Light (cont.) Safety Belt Reminder ................................... 3-28 Loading Y our V ehicle ....................................... 4-32 Locks ............................................................. 2 - 7 Door ........................................................... 2 - 7 Leaving Y our V ehicle ..................................... [...]

Mirrors (cont.) Outside Remote Control Mirrors ..................... 2-36 MyGMLink.com ................................................ 7 - 4 N Navigation/Radio System .................................. 3-63 New V ehicle Break-In ...................................... 2-16 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ........... 5-103 O Odometer ..........[...]

Power ........................................................... 3-17 Accessory Outlets ........................................ 3-17 Door Locks .................................................. 2 - 8 Electrical System ......................................... 5-98 Outlet 1 15 V olt Alternating Current ................. 3-18 Steering Fluid ......[...]

Restraint Systems ........................................... 1-56 Checking .................................................... 1-56 Replacing Parts ........................................... 1-57 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...... 1-22 Roadside ......................................................... 7 - 6 Assistance Program ..[...]

Shifting Out of Park (P) ................................... 2-30 Short T rip/City Definition .................................... 6 - 5 Short T rip/City Intervals ..................................... 6 - 5 Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance ................ 6 - 7 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................... 1-16 Six-Speed ......[...]

Tires (cont.) If a T ire Goes Flat ....................................... 5-76 Inflation — T ire Pressure .............................. 5-67 Inspection and Rotation ................................ 5-68 Uniform T ire Quality Grading ......................... 5-72 Wheel Alignment and T ire Balance ................. 5-73 Wheel Replacement ......[...]

W W arning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................ 3-25 W arnings ......................................................... 3 - 4 Hazard W arning Flashers ............................... 3 - 4 Other W arning Devices .................................. 3 - 4 Safety and Symbols ......................................... i i i V ehicle Damage ....[...]