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USER MANUAL Aveo Sedan (2010) CHEVROLET
2010ChevroletAveoOwnerManual
In Brief 1-1
InstrumentPanel....1-2
InitialDriveInformation....1-3
VehicleFeatures....1-18
PerformanceandMaintenance....1-22
SeatsandRestraintSystem....2-1
HeadRestraints....2-2
FrontSeats....2-4
RearSeats....2-8
SafetyBelts....2-14
ChildRestraints....2-32
AirbagSystem....2-58
RestraintSystemCheck....2-72
FeaturesandControls....3-1
Keys....3-2
DoorsandLocks....3-6
Windows....3-12
Theft-DeterrentSystems....3-14
StartingandOperatingYourVehicle....3-17
Mirrors....3-34
StorageAreas....3-36
Sunroof....3-37
InstrumentPanel....4-1
InstrumentPanelOverview....4-3
ClimateControls....4-16
WarningLights, Gauges, and Indicators......4-21
TripComputer....4-38
AudioSystem(s)......4-39
DrivingYourVehicle....5-1
YourDriving,theRoad,andtheVehicle......5-2
Towing....5-21
2010ChevroletAveoOwnerManual
ServiceandAppearanceCare....6-1
Service....6-4
Fuel....6-6
CheckingThingsUndertheHood....6-11
HeadlampAiming....6-43
BulbReplacement....6-43
WindshieldWiperBladeReplacement......6-50
Tires....6-51
AppearanceCare....6-79
VehicleIdentification....6-86
ElectricalSystem....6-86
CapacitiesandSpecifications....6-93
MaintenanceSchedule....7-1
MaintenanceSchedule....7-2
CustomerAssistanceInformation....8-1
CustomerAssistanceandInformation......8-2
ReportingSafetyDefects....8-15
VehicleDataRecordingandPrivacy......8-18
Index......i-1



GENERALMOTORS, GM, the GMEblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLETEmblem, and the name AVEOareregistered trademark of General Motors.
Thismanualdescribesfeaturesthatmayormaynot beonyourspecificvehicleeitherbecausetheyare optionsthatyoudidnotpurchaseorduetochanges subsequenttotheprintingofthisownermanual.Please refertothepurchasedocumentationrelatingtoyour specificvehicletoc confirmeeachofthefeaturesfound onyourvehicle.ForvehiclesfirstsoldinCanada, substitutethename"GeneralMotorsofCanada Limited"forChevroletMotorDivisionwhereverit appearsinthismanual.
Keepthismanualinthevehicleforquickreference.
CanadianOwners
AFrenchlanguagecopyofthismanualcanbeobtained fromyourdealer/retailerorfrom:
Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to avoid or reduce them.
Dangerindicatesahazardwithahighlevelofrisk whichwillresultinseriousinjuryordeath.
Warningor Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.

WARNING:
Thesemeanthereissomethingthatcouldhurt youorotherpeople.
Notice: This mean there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be recovered by the vehicle's warranty.

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Prohibition symbol with a circle and diagonal line, commonly used to indicate no prohibition or exclusion.Acirclewithaslash throughitisasafety symbolwhichmeans "DoNot," "Donotdo this," or "Donotletthis happen."
VehicleSymbols
Thevehiclehascomponentsandlabelsthatuse symbolsinsteadoftext.Symbolsareshownalongwith thetextdescribingtheoperationorinformationrelating toaspecificcomponent,control,message,gauge, orindicator.
: This symbol is shown when you need to see your own manual for additional instructions or information.
:Thissymbolisshownwhenyouneedtoseea servicemanualforadditionalinstructionsorinformation.
VehicleSymbolChart
Herearesomeadditionalsymbolsthatmaybefoundon thevehicleandwhattheymean. Formoreinformation onthesymbol, refertotheindex.
AirbagReadinessLight
AirConditioning
(ABS):AntilockBrakeSystem(ABS)
AudioSteeringWheelControlsorOnStar®
(1):BrakeSystemWarningLight
- + :ChargingSystem
:CruiseControl
EngineCoolantTemperature
ExteriorLamps
D:FogLamps
:FuelGauge
Fuses
:HeadlampHigh/Low-BeamChanger
LATCHSystemChildRestraints
:MalfunctionIndicatorLamp
OilPressure
Power
Ω:RemoteVehicleStart
SafetyBeltReminders
():TirePressureMonitor
: TractionControl
WindshieldWasherFluid
NOTES
Section1InBrief
Instrument Panel 1-2
Initial Drive Information 1-3
StartingtheEngine....1-3
RemoteKeylessEntry(RKE)System......1-4
DoorLocks....1-4
Liftgate....1-5
TrunkRelease....1-5
Windows....1-6
SeatAdjustment....1-7
SecondRowSeats....1-9
HeadRestraintAdjustment....1-9
SafetyBelt....1-9
SensingSystemforPassengerAirbag......1-10
MirrorAdjustment....1-10
SteeringWheelAdjustment....1-12
InteriorLighting....1-12
ExteriorLighting....1-13
WindshieldWiper/Washer....1-14
ClimateControls....1-15
Transmission....1-16
Vehicle Features 1-18
Radio(s)....1-18
SatelliteRadio....1-19
PortableAudioDevices....1-19
SteeringWheelControls....1-20
TripComputer....1-20
CruiseControl....1-21
PowerOutlets....1-21
Sunroof....1-22
PerformanceandMaintenance....1-22
TirePressureMonitor....1-22
EngineOilLifeSystem....1-23
HoodRelease....1-24
DrivingforBetterFuelEconomy....1-25
RoadsideAssistanceProgram....1-25
OnStar ^® 1-26
InstrumentPanel

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A B C A A D E F G H I J K LA. OutletAdjustmentonpage4-19.
B. InstrumentPanelClusteronpage4-22.
C. Clockonpage4-15.
D.HoodReleaseonpage6-12.
E.Hornonpage4-3.
F. AudioSystem(s) on page 4-39.
G. ClimateControlSystemonpage4-16.
H.Ashtray.SeeAshtray(s)andCigaretteLighter on page 4-15.
I. Cupholdersonpage3-36.
J. Cigarette Lighter. See Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighteronpage 4-15.
K.HazardWarningFlashersonpage4-3.
L.GloveBoxonpage3-36.
InitialDriveInformation
Thissectionprovidesabriefoverviewaboutsomeof theimportantfeaturesthatmayormaynotbeonyour specificvehicle.
Formoredetailedinformation, refertoeachofthe featureswhichcanbefoundlaterinthisownermanual.
StartingtheEngine
ThevehiclehasaComputer-ControlledCranking System.Itassistsinstartingtheengineandprotects components.IftheignitionkeyisturnedtoSTART andthenreleasedwhentheenginebeginscranking, theenginewillcontinuecrankingforafewseconds oruntiltheenginestarts.Iftheenginedoesnotstart andthekeyisheldinSTART,crankingwillbestopped after15secondstopreventdamage.Topreventgear damage,crankingisnotallowediftheengineis running.Enginecrankingcanbestoppedbyturning theignitionkeytoACC/ACCESSORYorLOCK/OFF. See StartingtheEngineonpage3-19.
RemoteKeylessEntry(RKE)System
TheRKEtransmitterisusedtoremotelylock and unlockthedoorsfromupto20m(65feet)awayfrom thevehicle.

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AHatchbackSedan

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APress 🔒 tounlockallofthedoors.
Press 🔒 tolockallofthedoors.
Press 📄 andholdforapproximatelyonesecondto openthetrunkonthesedanmodel.
Press ( ^① )tosoundthepanicalarmonthehatchback model. Pressanyofthebuttonsonthetransmitterto turnoffthealarm.
TheLEDlight(A)onthetransmitterflasheswhenthe buttonsonthetransmitterarepressed.Ifthelightdoes notflashthetransmitterbatteryneedstobereplaced.
SeeKeys on page 3-2 and RemoteKeyless Entry(RKE)SystemOperationonpage 3-4.
DoorLocks
Fromtheoutside,lockorunlockthedoorusingthekey ortheRemoteKeylessEntry(RKE)transmitter.
Fromtheinside,allofthedoorscanbelockedand unlockedbypushingorpullingthemanualdoorlockon eachdoor.
Onvehiclesequippedwiththecentraldoorunlocking system,lockorunlockallthedoorsfromtheinside usingthedriverdoorlockswitch.
Formoreinformationsee:
- DoorLocksonpage3-6.
• CentralDoorUnlockingSystemonpage3-7.
Liftgate
Tounlocktheliftgateonthehatchbackmodelfrom outsidethevehicle, usethekeyinthelockcylinderor usetheRKEtransmitter, ifequipped.

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Diagram showing car door lock mechanism with magnified detail viewThe handle is located above the right side of the license plate. Pull the handle toward you and raise the lift gate.
Tolocktheliftgate, usethekeyortheRKEtransmitter, ifequipped.
Theliftgatecanalsobelockedor unlocked by the centraldoorunlockingsystem.
FormoreinformationseeLiftgate(Hatchback) on page3-10.
TrunkRelease

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Simple white car icon inside a black circle on white background (no text or symbols)The vehicle may have a release button located on the driver door. Press it to openthet trunk.

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Simple line drawing of a fuel pump with a car icon on top (no text or symbols)The vehicle may have a trunk release lever located on the outboard side of the river seat. Pull the lever to open the trunk.
Formoreinformationsee Trunkonpage3-8.
Windows
ManualWindows
Usethewindowcranktoopenandcloseeachwindow. Therearwindowsdonotopenfully.
FormoreinformationseeManualWindows on page 3-13.
PowerWindows

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Diagram of four rectangular storage compartments with four internal compartments, each containing a black icon (no text or labels)Onvehicleswithpowerwindows,theswitchesforall windowsarelocatedonthedriverdoorarmrest.Each passengerdoorhasaswitchforitsownwindow.
TheignitionmustbeinON/RUNtousethepower windows.Tolowerthewindow,pressandholdthe switch.Toraisethewindow,liftupontheswitch. Releasetheswitchwhenthewindowreachesthe desiredlevel.
FormoreinformationseePowerWindows on page 3-13.
SeatAdjustment
ManualSeats

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Line drawing of a car seat with seatbelt and seat, no text or symbols present- Liftthebarunderthe frontoftheseatto unlockit.
2.Slidetheseattothedesiredpositionandrelease thebar.
Pushandpullontheseattomakesureitislockedinto place.
SeatHeightAdjuster

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Pure mechanical diagram showing a gear-like component with curved arrows indicating rotational motion (no text or symbols)Turntheknoblocatedon theoutboardsideofthe seattoadjusttheheight ofthedriverseatcushion.
Turntheknobforwardtoraisetheseatandrearwardto lowerit.
ManualLumbar

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Simple diagram showing two curved arrows pointing upward and a separate oval shape below (no text or symbols)Movetheadjustment lever, located on the outboardside of the seatback, upordownto one of three e position to increase or decrease the lumbarsupport.
The highest position provides themostsupport and the lowest position provides the least support.
RecliningSeatbacks

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Diagram of a car's seatbelt mechanism showing the wheel and seatbelt (no text or labels)This lever is located on the outboard side of the front seats.
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Liftthereclinelever.
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Movetheseatbacktothedesiredpositionthen releasethelevertolocktheseatbackinplace.
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Pushandpullontheseatbacktomakesureitis lockedinplace.
SeeRecliningSeatbacksonpage2-6.
SecondRowSeats
Therearseatbackscanbefoldeddowntoincrease cargospace.
FordetailedinstructionsseeRearSeatOperation (Sedan) on page 2-8 orRearSeatOperation (Hatchback)onpage2-10.
HeadRestraintAdjustment
The vehicle's front seat have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.
Donotdriveuntiltheheadrestraintsforallooccupants areinstalledandadjustedproperly.
FormoreinformationseeHeadRestraints on page 2-2.
SafetyBelt

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Line drawing of a person using a sword to lift another's arm (no text or symbols)Refertothefollowingsectionsforimportantinformation onhowtousesafetybeltsproperly.
• SafetyBelts: TheyAreforEveryoneonpage2-14.
• HowtoWearSafetyBeltsProperlyonpage2-19.
• Lap-ShoulderBeltonpage2-28.
- LowerAnchorsandTethersforChildren(LATCH) onpage2-44.
SensingSystemforPassenger Airbag
Thepassengersensingsystemwillturnofftheright frontpassengerfrontalairbagandseat-mountedside impactairbag(ifequipped)undercertainconditions. Thedriverairbagsarenotaffectedbythis.
Thepassengerairbagstatusindicatorwillbevisible, neartheclock, locatedinthecenteroftheinstrument panelwhenthevehicleisstarted.

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PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF ONUnitedStatesCanada

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Simple line drawing of a handheld electronic device with a screen and two stick figures on the front panel (no text or symbols)See Passenger Sensing System on page 2-65 for important information.
MirrorAdjustment ExteriorMirrors ManualOutsideMirror

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Line drawing of a car door handle with a key inserted, showing no text or symbolsThe control for the outside manual mirrors are located next to each mirror.
Manuallyfoldthemirrorsinwardtopreventdamage whengoingthroughanautomaticcarwash.Tofold,pull themirrortowardthevehicle.Pushthemirroroutward, toreturntoitsoriginalposition.
PowerOutsideMirrors

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Simple line drawing of a circular component with directional arrows and a separate rectangular block labeled L and R (no text or symbols beyond labels)The control is located on the instrument panel, left of the steering wheel.
TheignitionmustbeturnedtoON/RUNtoadjustthe mirrors.
- Selectthemirrorbymovingtheselectorswitch toLforthedriversidemirrororRforthe passengerside.
- Pressoneofthefourarrowslocatedonthecontrol padtomovethemirrortothedesireddirection.
Formoreinformation,see:
• OutsidePowerMirrorsonpage3-35.
• OutsideManualMirrorsonpage3-34.
InteriorMirror
Holdthemirrorinthecentertomoveitupordown andsidetoside.Adjustthemirrortoavoidglarefrom theheadlampsbehindyou.Pushthetabforwardfor daytimeuseandpullitfornighttimeuse.
SeeManualRearviewMirroronpage3-34.
SteeringWheelAdjustment

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Illustration of a hand holding a small object with directional arrows indicating movement or force (no text or symbols)Thetiltwheelleveris locatedunderthesteering column,slightlytotheleft.
Toadjustthesteeringwheel:
- Pulltheleverdown.
- Movethesteeringwheelupordownintoa comfortableposition.
- Pulltheleveruptolockthewheelinplace.
See Tilt Wheelonpage4-3.
InteriorLighting
DomeLamp
The vehicle has adomel amplocated in the overhead console.
Movetheswitchtothefollowingpositions:
ON: Thelightcomesonandstayson.
●: Thelightcomesonwhenadoorisopened. The lightturnsoffwhenallthedoorsareclosed.
OFF: Thelightremainsoffevenwhenadooris opened.
Besurealldoorsandtrunklidorhatcharecompletely closedorthebatterymaydrain.
Formoreinformationaboutinteriorlighting,see:
• DomeLamponpage4-13.
ExteriorLighting

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Diagram of a cable connector with labeled buttons and directional arrows indicating motion or signal flowUplevelshown,Basesimilar
Theleverontheleftsideofthesteeringcolumn operatestheexteriorlamps.
ID:Turnsontheheadlampsandotherexteriorlamps.
Theheadlampsautomaticallyturnoffwhentheignition keyisturnedtoLOCK/OFForACC/ACCESSORY.
300: Turnsontheparkinglamps, together with the taillamps, licenseplatelamp, and instrument panel lights.
OFF:Turnsallthelampsoff,excepttheDaytime RunningLamps(DRL).
Formoreinformation,see:
• ExteriorLampsonpage4-11.
• DaytimeRunningLamps(DRL)onpage4-12.
- FogLampsonpage4-12.
WindshieldWiper/Washer

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PV LO RT OFF FAST BLow PV-LSedanshown

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H LD RIT OFF SOM OFFHatchbackshown
Theleverislocatedontherightsideofthesteering column. TheignitionmustbeturnedtoON/RUNto operatethewindshieldwipers.
HI:Fastwipes.
LO:Slowwipes.
INT: Movetothispositionfordelayedwipingcycle. TurnthebandonthewindshieldwipertowardFASTor SLOWforashorterorlongerdelaybetweenwipes. The wiperspeedcanonlybeadjustedwhentheleverisin theINTposition.
OFF:Turnsthewindshieldwipersoff.
MistingFunction
MovethelevertowardINTforasinglewipingcycle. Holditthereuntilthewindshieldwipersstart;thenlet go.Forseveralwipes,holdthebandtowardINTlonger.
WindshieldWasher
Pullthewindshieldwasher/wiperlevertowardyouto spraywasherfluidonthewindshield.
SeeWindshieldWipers on page 4-6 and WindshieldWasher on page 4-7 .Forvehicles withaRearWindowWiper/Washer,seeRearWindow Wiper/Washeronpage4-8.
ClimateControls
For vehicles with these climate control systems, the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled for the vehicle.

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A B C D E FClimateControlSystemwithHeaterandAir Conditioning
A. TemperatureControl
B.FanControl
C.AirDelivery ModeControl
D. AirConditioning(A/C)
E.AirRecirculation
F.RearWindow Defogger

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A B C D 1 2 3 4 EClimateControlSystemwithHeaterOnly
A. TemperatureControl
D. RearWindowDefogger
B.FanControl
E. Outside Air/Recirculation
C.AirDeliveryMode Control
See Climate Control System on page 4-16.
Transmission
AutomaticTransmission
HoldMode
Ifthevehicle'stransmissionhasholdmode,youcan selectthismodetoallowtheautomatictransmissionto stayinaspecificgearrange.Selectholdmodetohelp thevehiclemaintaintractiononslipperyroadsurfaces, suchassnow,mud,orice.

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Diagram showing car seatbelt mechanism with arrow indicating left-hand rule for vehicle weight gainPresstheHOLDbuttonontheshiftleverconsoletoturn onholdmode.Pressthebuttonagaintoturnoffhold mode,andreturntonormalautomatictransmission operation.
WhenHoldModeisselectedinD4(Drive), the transmissionisheldin3(Third)gear, whichlocks outD4(Drive). This allows forengine braking when slowing from higherspeeds.
WhenHoldModeisselectedin2(Second), the transmissionwillstartin2(Second) gearinstead of1(First), helpingtoreducewheelspinwhenstarting outonslippery surfaces such as snow, mudorice.
SincselectingHoldModeinD4(Drive)locksthe transmissionin3(Third),andpreventsdownshifts to2(Second)or1(First),accelerationfromastop ornearstopondrypavementwillbeslowerthan expected.HoldModeshouldnotbeselectedduring thesesituations.
See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 3-23.
ColdWeatherShifting
When operating the vehicle in severe cold conditions, the transmission may be prevented from shifting into D4 gear until the transmission fluid has warmed up to its operational temperature.
Five-SpeedManualTransmission
Up-ShiftLight

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Simple upward-pointing arrow symbol inside a rectangular frame (no text or labels)Vehiclesequipped with amanualtransmission mayhaveanup-shiftlight. Thislight indicates when toshiftttothenexthigher gearforbetterfuel economy.
Forthebestfueleconomy, accelerateslowlyandshift whenthelightcomeson, ifweather, road, and traffic conditionsallow.
Itisnormalforthelighttogoonandoffifthe acceleratorpositionchangesquickly.Ignorethelight duringdownshifts.
ReverseLockout
Themanualtransmissionisequippedwithalock ringtopreventshiftingintoR(Reverse).Toshiftinto R(Reverse),pressdowntheclutchpedal,liftupthering ontheshiftleverandshiftintoR(Reverse).Letupon theclutchpedalslowlywhilepressingtheaccelerator pedal.
See Manual Transmission Operation on page 3-26.
VehicleFeatures
Radio(s)

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MP3 DIR EJECT SEEK TUNE SEEK TUNE SCAN AST INFO DISP SOUND BAND FAV CD AUX AUXINRadiowithCDshown
Pressandreleasetoturnthesystemon. Pressand holdthisknobformorethantwosecondstoturnthe systemoff.
Turntoincreaseordecreasethevolume.
Whenthesystemison, pressandrelease

thesystem.Pressandrelease ⏻againtoturnthe soundbackon.
BAND: PresstochooseFM, AM, or XM™ (ifequipped).
▶|SEEK:Presstoseekthenextradiostationwitha strongsignalintheselectedband.
SEEK: Presstoseek the previous radiostation with astrongsignal in these selected band.
▶TUNE:Presstogotothenextstationmanually.
◀TUNE:Presstogotothepreviousstationmanually.
SCAN/AST: Presstoscanradiostations. Press and holdtouseAutoStore.
CD/AUX:PresstoplayaCDwhenlisteningtothe radio.CDPappearonthedisplaywhentheCDplayer hasbeenselected.TheCDsymbolwillappearonthe displaywhenaCDisloaded.PressCD/AUXwhilea CDdisplayingtopausetheCD.PAUSEflashesonthe display.PressCD/AUXagaintostartplayingtheCD. PressCD/AUXtoplayaCDwhenlisteningtotheaudio contentsfromotherdevice(AUXmode).CDPappears onthedisplaywhentheCDplayerhasbeenselected. TheCDsymbolwillappearonthedisplaywhenaCDis loaded.
PresstoplayaCDwhileaportableaudiodeviceis playing.PressCD/AUXasecondtimeforthesystemto beginplayingaudiofromtheconnectedportableaudio player.Theportableaudiodevicecontinuesplaying untilisturnedoff.
Formoreinformationabouttheseandotherradio features,seeAudioSystem(s)onpage4-39.
StoringaFavoriteStation
A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six push buttons positioned below the radio station frequency labels and by using the radio favorites page button (FAV button). Press the FAV button to go through six pages off favorites, each having six favoritestations available per page. If Automatic Store is used, then four pages off favorites are available. Each page off favorites can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM ^™ (ifequipped) stations.
See "Storing a Favorite Station" under AM-FM Radio on page 4-40 and RadiowithCDonpage4-45.
SatelliteRadio
XMisasatelliteradioservicethatisbasedinthe 48contiguousUnitedStatesand10Canadian provinces.XMsatelliteradiohasawidevariety ofprogrammingandcommercial-freemusic, coast-to-coast,andindigital-qualitysound.
AfeeisrequiredtoreceivetheXMservice.
Formoreinformation, referto:
• www.xmradio.comorcall1-800-929-2100(U.S.)
• www.xmradio.caorcall1-877-438-9677(Canada)
See "XM Satellite Radio Service" under AM-FM Radio onpage4-40 and RadiowithCDonpage4-45.
PortableAudioDevices
This vehicle may have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input jack, located on the lower-right side of the audio face plate. External device such as Pod ^ , laptop computers, MP3 players, etc. can be connected to the 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input jack using a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input jack cable.
See "Using the Auxiliary Input Jack" under AM-FM Radio onpage4-40 and RadiowithCDonpage4-45.
SteeringWheelControls

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PWR MODE SEEKFrontViewoftheSteering WheelControls

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+VOLUME- -SideViewoftheVolume Control
If the vehicle has this feature, some audio control can be adjusted at the steering wheel.
PWR: Pressandreleasetoturnthesystemonandoff.
Whenthesystemison, pressandreleaseforashort timetomutethesystem. Pressandreleaseagain to turnthesoundbackon.
+VOLUME-:Pressthetogglebarlocatedbelow the+VOLUME-toadjustthevolume.
MODE: Pressandreleasethisbuttonmultipletimes tocyclethroughtheaudioplaybackoptionsthatare availableonthevehicle.
SEEK: Pressandreleasetogotothenextpreset station, or CDtrack. Pressandholdforalongtimeto gotothenextAM, FM, or XMstation, ortofastforward through CDtracks.
Formoreinformation,seeAudioSteeringWheel Controlsonpage4-64.
TripComputer
The vehicle may have a trip computer, it provides the driver with driving informations such as driving distance for their remaining fuel, outside temperature, average fuel economy, and driving time.
Thetripcomputerbuttonislocatedinthelowerright areaofthetachometer.Eachtimeyoupressit,the displaycyclesthroughtheavailablechoices.
See Trip Computeronpage4-38.
CruiseControl

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RES + ON - SETThecruisecontrolbuttonsarelocatedontherightside ofthesteeringwheel.
/ ⏻ : Press to turn the cruise control on or off.
RES+: Presstomakethevehicleaccelerateorresume toapreviouslysetspeed.
SET-:Presstosetthespeedormakethevehicle decelerate.
See Cruise Control on page 4-8.
PowerOutlets
Accessorypoweroutletscanbeusedtoplugin auxiliaryelectricalequipment,suchasacellularphone.
Theaccessorypoweroutletislocatednexttothe parkingbrakeonthecenterconsole.
Tousetheaccessorypoweroutlet,removethe protectivecap.Whennotinuse,alwayscoverthe outletwiththeprotectivecap.
Theaccessorypoweroutletisoperationalwhenthe ignitionisturnedtoACC/ACCESSORYorON/RUN.
SeeAccessoryPowerOutlet(s)onpage4-14.
Sunroof

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Simple line drawing of a remote control panel with grid and directional arrows (no text or symbols)Onvehicleswiththis feature,theswitchis locatedontheheadliner betweenthesunvisors andcanonlybeoperated whentheignitionisturned toON/RUN.
Toventthesunroof, openthesunshade and then press and hold the driversideswitch. Toclose, pressthe passengersideswitch.
Tofullyopenthesunroof, pressandholdthepassenger sideswitch. Thesunshadowillopenwiththesunroof. Toclose, pressthedriversideswitch. Manuallyclose thesunshade.
FormoreinformationseeSunroofonpage3-37.
PerformanceandMaintenance
TirePressureMonitor
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).

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Warning symbol with exclamation mark inside a gear-shaped iconThe Tire Pressure Monitor alerts you when asignificant reduction in pressure occurs in one or more of the vehicle's stires by illuminating the low tire pressure warning light on the instrument cluster.
If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and in flat the tire rest of there recommended pressure shown on the tire loading information labeled on the riverside center pillar (B pillar). See Loading the Vehicle on page 5-15. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.
Youmaynoticeduring coolerconditionsthatthelowtire pressurewarninglightwillappearwhenthevehicleis firststartedandthenturnoffasyoudrive. Thismaybe anearlyindicatorthatyourtirepressuresaregetting lowandthetiresneedtobeinflatedtotheproper pressure.
The TirePressureMonitorcanalertyouaboutlowtire pressure, butitdoesnotreplacenormalmonthlytire maintenance. Itisthedriver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures.
See TirePressureMonitorSystem on page 6-59 and TirePressureMonitorOperationonpage 6-60.
EngineOilLifeSystem
Theengineoillifesystemcalculatesengineoillife basedonvehicleuseanddisplaysachangeengineoil lightwhenitisnecessarytochangetheengineoiland filter.
ResettingtheOilLifeSystem
- TurntheignitiontoON/RUN, with the engineoff.
- Fullypressandreleasetheacceleratorpedal threetimeswithinfiveseconds.
- TurnthekeytoLOCK/OFF.
SeeEngineOilLifeSystemonpage6-18.
HoodRelease
Toopenthehood:

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Simple line drawing of a car inside a dome-shaped container (no text or symbols)-
Pullthehoodrelease handleinsidethe vehicle. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel.
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Atthefrontofthevehicle, liftuponthesecondary hoodreleaselever, locatedunderthefrontcenter ofthevehicle.

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Diagram of a car interior showing a lever mechanism and a close-up inset of the handle (no text or symbols)- Liftthehoodandsecurelyplacethehoodpropinto theslotontheinnerfender.
SeeHoodReleaseonpage6-12.
DrivingforBetterFuelEconomy
Drivinghabitscanaffectfuelmileage. Herearesome drivingtipstogetthebestfueleconomypossible.
- Avoidfaststartsandacceleratessmoothly.
- Brakegraduallyandavoidabruptstops.
- Avoididlingtheengineforlongperiodsoftime.
- When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control, if equipped.
• Alwaysfollowpostedspeedlimitsordrivemore slowlywhenconditionsrequire. - Keepvehicletiresproperlyinflated.
• Combineseveraltripsintoasingletrip. - Replacethevehicle'stireswiththesameTPC Specnumbermoldedintothetire'ssidewallnear thesize.
• Followrecommended scheduled maintenance.
RoadsideAssistanceProgram
U.S.:1-800-CHEV-USA(1-800-243-8872)
TTYUsers:1-888-889-2438
Canada:1-800-268-6800
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RoadsideAssistanceandOnStar
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OnlineOwnerCenter
TheOnlineOwnerCenterisacomplimentaryservice that includesonlineservicereminders,vehicle maintenancetips,onlineownermanual,special privilegesandmore.
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OnStar®

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Icon set with three medical or healthcare symbols: phone, Oth, and crossOnStar® usesseveralinnovativetechnologiesandlive advisorstoprovideawiderangeofsafety,security, navigation,diagnostics,andcallingservices.
AutomaticCrashResponse
Inacrash, builtinsensorscanautomaticallyalertan OnStaradvisorwhoisimmediatelyconnectedtothe vehicletoseeifyouneedhelp.
HowOnStarServiceWorks
:Thisbluebuttonconnectsyoutoaspecially trainedOnStaradvisortoverifyyouraccount informationandtoanswerquestions.
:Pushthisredemergencybuttontogetpriorityhelp fromspeciallytrainedOnStaremergencyadvisors.
: Push this button for hands-free, voice-activated callingandtogivevoicecommandsforturn-by-turn navigation.
CrisisAssist, StolenVehicleAssistance, Vehicle Diagnostics, RemoteDoorUnlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Navigation and Hands-Free Callingareavailableonmostvehicles. NotallOnStar servicesareavailableonallvehicles. Formore informationseetheOnStarOwner'sGuideorvisit www.onstar.com(U.S.)orwww.onstar.ca(Canada), contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) orTTY1-877-248-2080, orpress https tospeakwithan OnStaradvisor24hoursaday, 7daysaweek.
ForafuldescriptionofOnStarservicesandsystem limitations,seetheOnStarOwner'sGuideinthe glovebox.
OnStarserviceissubjecttotheOnStartermsand conditionsincludedintheOnStarSubscriber Information.
OnStarservicecannotworkunlesssthevehicleisina placewhereOnStarhasanagreementwithawireless serviceproviderforserviceinthatarea.OnStarservice alsocannotworkunlesssthevehicleisinaplacewhere thewirelessserviceproviderOnStarhashiredforthat areahascoverage,networkcapacityandreception whentheserviceisneeded,andtechnologythatis compatiblewiththeOnStarservice.Notallservicesare availableeverywhere,particularlyinremoteorenclosed areas,oratalltimes.
TheOnStarsystemcanrecordandtransmitvehicle information. Thisinformationisautomaticallysenttoan OnStarcallcenterwhen ispressed, ispressed, oriftheairbagsorACRsystemdeploy. Thisinformation usuallyincludesthevehicle'sGPSlocationand,inthe eventofacrash,additionalinformationregardingthe crashthatthevehiclewasinvolvedin(e.g.thedirection fromwhichthevehiclewashit).Whenthevirtual advisorfeatureofOnStarhands-freecallingisused,the vehiclealsosendsOnStarthevehicle'sGPSlocation sotheycanprovideserviceswhereitislocated.
Locationinformationaboutthevehicleisonlyavailable iftheGPSsatellitesignalsareunobstructedand available.
The vehicle must have a working electrical system, including adequate battery power, for the OnStar equipment to operate. There are other problems on Star cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing OnStars service at any particular time or place. Some examples are damaged to important part of the vehicle in acrash, hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather or wireless phonenetwork congestion.
YourResponsibility
Increase the volume of the radio if the OnStar advisor cannot be heard.
IfthelightnexttotheOnStarbuttonsisred,thesystem maynotbefunctioningproperly.Press 🟢 andrequesta vehiclediagnostic.Ifthelightappearsclear(nolightis appearing),yourOnStarsubscriptionhasexpiredand allserviceshavebeendeactivated.Press 🟢 toconfirm thattheOnStarequipmentisactive.
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Section2SeatsandRestraintSystem
Head Restraints 2-2
Front Seats 2-4
ManualSeats....2-4
SeatHeightAdjuster....2-5
ManualLumbar....2-5
RecliningSeatbacks....2-6
Rear Seats 2-8
RearSeatOperation(Sedan)....2-8
RearSeatOperation(Hatchback)......2-10
Safety Belts 2-14
SafetyBelts:TheyAreforEveryone......2-14
HowtoWearSafetyBeltsProperly....2-19
Lap-ShoulderBelt....2-28
SafetyBeltUseDuringPregnancy......2-31
SafetyBeltExtender....2-32
Child Restraints 2-32
OlderChildren....2-32
InfantsandYoungChildren....2-35
ChildRestraintSystems....2-39
WheretoPuttheRestraint....2-42
LowerAnchorsandTethersforChildren
(LATCH)....2-44
SecuringaChildRestraintinaRearSeat
Position....2-51
SecuringaChildRestraintintheRightFront
SeatPosition....2-53
Airbag System 2-58
WhereAretheAirbags?......2-60
WhenShouldanAirbagInflate?......2-62
WhatMakesanAirbagInflate?......2-63
HowDoesanAirbagRestrain?......2-63
WhatWillYouSeeAfteranAirbagInflates?...2-64
PassengerSensingSystem....2-65
ServicingYourAirbag-EquippedVehicle.....2-70
AddingEquipmenttoYourAirbag-Equipped
Vehicle....2-71
Restraint System Check 2-72
CheckingtheRestraintSystems....2-72
ReplacingRestraintSystemPartsAftera
Crash....2-73
HeadRestraints
Thefrontseatshaveadjustableheadrestraintsinthe outboardseatingpositions.

WARNING:
Withheadrestraintsthatarenotinstalled and adjusted properly, thereisagreaterchancethat occupantswillsufferaneck/spinalinjuryina crash. Donotdriveuntiltheheadrestraintsfor all occupantsareinstalled and adjusted properly.

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Line drawing of a person sitting in a car seat, viewed from the side (no text or symbols)Adjusttheheadrestraintsothatthetopoftherestraint isatthesameheightasthetopoftheoccupant'shead. Thispositionreducesthechancesofaneckinjuryina crash.

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Illustration of a person's head with a device attached, showing a close-up of the device inside a bracket (no text or symbols present)Pulltheheadrestraintuptoraiseit.Tolowerthehead restraint,pressthebutton,locatedonthetopofthe seatback,andpushtherestraintdown.
Pushdownontheheadrestraintafterthebuttonis releasedtomakesurethatitislockedinplace.
Theheadrestraintsarenotdesignedtoberemoved.
Therearseatshaveheadreststhatareadjustableup anddown.
FrontSeats
ManualSeats

WARNING:
Youcanlosecontrolofthevehicleifyoutryto adjustamanualdriver'sseatwhilethevehicleis moving. Thesuddenmovementcouldstartleand confuseyou,ormakeyoupushapedalwhenyou donotwantto.Adjustthedriver'sseatonlywhen thevehicleisnotmoving.

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Line drawing of a car seat with a belt and seatbelt, no text or symbols present- Liftthebarunderthefrontoftheseattounlockit.
2.Slidetheseattothedesiredpositionandrelease thebar. - Pushandpullontheseattomakesureitislocked intoplace.
SeatHeightAdjuster

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Diagram of a circular mechanical component with curved arrows indicating rotational motion (no text or symbols)Turntheknob, located on theoutboardside of the seat, to adjust the height of the driver seat.
Turntheknobforwardtoraisetheseatandrearwardto lowerit.
ManualLumbar

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Abstract diagram with curved arrows and a separate oval shape, no text or symbols presentOnvehicleswithfront seatmanuallumbar, theadjustmentleveris locatedontheoutboard sideoftheseatback.
Movetheleverupordowntooneofthreeepositionsto increaseordecreaselumbarsupport.
The highest position providesthemostsupportandthe lowestpositionprovidestheleastsupport.
RecliningSeatbacks

WARNING:
Youcanlosecontrolofthevehicleifyoutryto adjustamanualdriver'sseatwhilethevehicleis moving. Thesuddenmovementcouldstartleand confuseyou,ormakeyoupushapedalwhenyou donotwantto.Adjustthedriver'sseatonlywhen thevehicleisnotmoving.

WARNING:
Ifeitherseatbackisnotlocked, itcouldmove forwardinasuddenstoporcrash. That could cause injury to the persons sitting there. Always push and pull on these seat backstobesure they are locked.
Theseatshavemanualrecliningseatbacks. Thelever islocatedontheoutboardsideoftheseats.

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Diagram of a car's seatbelt mechanism showing the wheel and seat, with an arrow indicating clockwise motion (no text or labels)Toreclinetheseatback:
- Liftthereclinelever.
- Movetheseatbacktothedesiredposition, then releasethelevertolocktheseatbackinplace.
- Pushandpullontheseatbacktomakesureitis lockedinplace.
Toreturntheseatbacktoanuprightposition:
- Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seat back and these seat back will return to the upright position.
- Pushandpullontheseatbacktomakesureitis locked.
WARNING:
Sittinginareclinedpositionwhenthevehicleisin motioncanbedangerous.Evenwhenbuckledup, thesafetybeltscannotdotheirjobwhenreclined likethis.
Theshoulderbeltcannotdoitsjobbecauseitwill notbeagainstyourbody.Instead,itwillbeinfront ofyou.Inacrash,youcouldgointoit,receiving neckorotherinjuries.
Thelapbeltcannotdoitsjobeither.Inacrash, thebeltcouldgoupoveryourabdomen.Thebelt forceswouldbethere,notatyourpelvicbones. Thiscouldcauseseriousinternalinjuries.
Forproperprotectionwhenthevehicleisin motion,havetheseatbackupright.Thensitwell backintheseatandwearthesafetybeltproperly.

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Illustration of a person lying on their back with a medical device and a circle symbol (no text or labels)Donothaveaseatbackreclinedifthevehicleis moving.
RearSeats
RearSeatOperation(Sedan)
FoldingtheSeatbacks
Therearseatbackscanbefoldeddowntoincrease cargospace.
Tofolddowntheseatbacks:
Notice: Foldingarearseatwiththesafetybelts stillfastenedmaycausedamagetotheseatorthe safetybelts.Alwaysunbucklethesafetybeltsand returnthemtotheirnormalstowedpositionbefore foldingarearseat.

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Simple line drawing of a garment collar with an upward arrow indicating compression or lifting (no text or symbols)- Removethesafetybeltstrapfromthesafetybelt guidebypullingitthroughtheslot.
- Pushtheheadrestraintsallthewaydown.
- Unlatchthecentersafetybeltbypassingthered buttononthebuckle.

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Illustration of a hand using a belt buckle to lift a seatbelt, with a black arrow indicating the force (no text or symbols present)- Detach the centers safety belt from them inibuckle by inserting the ignition key into the slot in them inibuckle, pressing the release button, and allowing the belt to retract.

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Line drawing of a car's seat with an inset showing a coffee cup (no text or symbols)-
Pullupthereleaseknoblocatedontopofeitherof therearseatbacks.
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Foldtherearseatbackforwardanddown.
UnfoldingtheSeatbacks
Toreturntheseatbacktotheuprightposition:
- Hookthesafetybeltsintothesafetybeltguide.
- Lifttheseatbackupandpushittoitsoriginal position.

WARNING:
Ifeitherseatbackisnotlocked, itcouldmove forwardinasuddenstoporcrash. That could cause injury to the persons sitting there. Always push and pull on these seat backstobesure they are locked.
- Pushdownandrearwardfirmlyonthetopofthe seatbacksuntillatchessecurelyinthefully uprightposition.
- Toreattachthecenterseatsafetybelttothemini buckle, pullitfromtheretractor.
- Pushthelatchplateattheendofthesafetybelt strapintothemini-buckleuntilthemechanism clicks. Makesurethestrapisnottwisted. The slidinglatchplatewillfacethefrontofthevehicle.

WARNING:
Asafetybeltthatisimproperlyrouted, not properlyattached, ortwistedwillnotprovidethe protectionneededinacrash. Thepersonwearing thebeltcouldbeseriouslyinjured. Afterraising therearseatback, alwayschecktobesurethat thesafetybeltsareproperlyroutedandattached, andarenottwisted.
- Insert the safety belt strap back into the safety belt guide.
RearSeatOperation(Hatchback) FoldingtheRearSeats
Therearseatscanbefoldedtoincreasecargospace.
Tofoldtherearseats:
- Lowertheheadrestraintscompletely.
- Unlatch the centers safety belt by pressing thered button on the buckle.

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Illustration of a hand using a belt buckle to lift a seatbelt, with a black arrow indicating the force (no text or symbols present)- Detachthecentersafetybeltfromtheminibuckle byinsertingthekeyintotheslotintheminibuckle, pressingthereleasebutton,andallowingitto retract.

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Line drawing of a car's seat with an inset showing a coffee cup (no text or symbols)- Pullupthereleaseknob, locatedonthetopof theseatbacks, and foldtheseatbacksforward anddown.
Notice: Foldingarearseatwiththesafetybelts stillfastenedmaycausedamagetotheseatorthe safetybelts.Alwaysunbucklethesafetybeltsand returnthemtotheirnormalstowedpositionbefore foldingarearseat.
- Movethesafetybeltbucklesandsafetybeltinthe centerseatingpositionoutofthespacebetween theseatbacksandtheseatcushionsotheyarenot inthewayastheseatisbeingfolded.

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Diagram showing car interior airflow with directional arrows and a magnified view of a vehicle's wheel component.- Firmlypullthereleasehandlesontherearsideof theseatcushiontounlocktheseatcushion.
- Lifttheseatcushionupandflipitforward.

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Diagram showing car steering wheel assembly with directional arrow indicating rotation or movement- Clipthehooktothefrontseatheadrestraint to keeptherearseatsecure.
UnfoldingtheSeats
Toreturntherearseatstothenormalseatingposition:
- Unclipthehookfromthefrontseatheadrestraint.
- Position the buckles in back of these eat latches when moving there are seat to the sitting position.
Notice: Damagetothesafetybeltbuckleorrear seatlockingmechanismcanoccurifthesafety beltandbucklesarepinchedundertherearseat cushion. Donotplacethesafetybeltandbuckles onthefloorundertherearseatcushionwhenthe rearseatisputbacktothesittingposition.
- Pushtheseat cushiondowntoits original position until latches securely. Try topullupon theseat to make sureitis locked in place.

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Diagram of a car interior showing a steering wheel and gear mechanism (no text or symbols)- Hookthesafetybeltsintheoutboardseating positionsintotheretainingclips.

WARNING:
Asafetybeltthatisimproperlyrouted, not properlyattached, ortwistedwillnotprovidethe protectionneededinacrash. Thepersonwearing thebeltcouldbeseriouslyinjured. Afterraising therearseatback, alwayschecktobesurethat thesafetybeltsareproperlyroutedandattached, andarenottwisted.
- Lifttheseatbacksupandpushthembacktotheir originallatchedpositions.
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Unhookthesafetybeltsintheoutboardseating positionsfromtheretainingclips.
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Return the safety belt buckles and the center seat safety belt to their original position between the reseat back and these at cushion. Makesure the strap of the safety belt and buckles are not twisted.
- Toreattachthecenterseatsafetybelttothemini buckle, pullitfromtheretractor.

WARNING:
Ifeitherseatbackisnotlocked, itcouldmove forwardinasuddenstoporcrash. That could cause injury to the persons sitting there. Always push and pull on these seat backstobesure they are locked.
- Pushdownandrearwardfirmlyonthetopofthe seatbacksuntiltheylatchsecurelyinthefully uprightposition.
SafetyBelts
SafetyBelts: TheyAreforEveryone
Thissectionofthemanualdescribeshowtousesafety beltsproperly.Italsodescribessomethingsnottodo withsafetybelts.

WARNING:
Donotletanyoneridewhereasafetybelt cannotbewornproperly.Inacrash,ifyouor yourpassenger(s)arenotwearingsafetybelts, theinjuriescanbemuchworse.Youcanhitthings insidethevehicleharderorbeejectedfrom thevehicle.Youandyourpassenger(s)canbe seriouslyinjuredorkilled.Inthesamecrash,you mightnotbe,ifyouarebuckledup.Alwaysfasten yoursafetybelt,andcheckthatyourpassenger(s) areestrainedproperlytoo.
WARNING:
Itisextremelydangeroustorideinacargo area,insideoroutsideofavehicle.Inacollision, peopleridingintheseareasaremorelikelyto beseriouslyinjuredorkilled.Donotallowpeople torideinanyareaofyourvehiclelethatisnot equippedwithseatsandsafetybelts.Besure everyoneinyourvehicleisinaseatandusinga safetybeltproperly.
Thisvehiclehasindicatorsasaremindertobucklethe safetybelts.SeeSafetyBeltReminders onpage 4-24 foradditionalinformation.
InmoststatesandinallCanadianprovinces,thelaw requireswearingsafetybelts.Hereiswhy:
Youneverknowifyouwillbeinacrash.Ifyoudohaveacrash,youdonotknowifitwillbeaseriousone.
Afewcrashesaremild, and some crashes can be soserious that even buckled up, aperson would not survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up cans survive and sometimes walk away. Without safety belts, they could have been badly hurtorkilled.
Aftermorethan40yearsofsafetybeltsinvehicles, thefactsareclear.Inmostcrashesbucklingupdoes matter...alot!
WhySafetyBeltsWork
Whenyourideinoronanything,yougoasfastas itgoes.

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Illustration of a person seated in a mobility vehicle on a platform (no text or symbols visible)
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Illustration of a person sitting on a platform next to a robotic car, with no visible text or symbols.Putsomeoneonit.Getituptospeed.Thenstopthevehicle.Therider doesnotstop.

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Black-and-white photo of a person sitting on a vehicle, viewed from above (no visible text or symbols)Thepersonkeepsgoinguntilstoppedbysomething.In arealvehicle,itcouldbethewindshield...

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Black-and-white photo of two figures in a vehicle, one standing and one seated, with no visible text or symbols.ortheinstrumentpanel...

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Black-and-white photo of a person seated in a car, wearing a cap and vest with a checkered pattern (no visible text or symbols)orthesafetybelts!
Withsafetybelts, youslowdownasthevehicledoes. Yougetmoretimetostop. Youstopovermoredistance, and your strongest bonestaketheforces. That is why safetybelts makes such goodsense.
QuestionsandAnswersAboutSafety Belts
Q: WillIbetrappedinthevehicleafteracrashifl amwearingasafetybelt?
A: You could be — whether you are wearing a safety beltornot. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted. And you can unbuckle as safety belt, even if you are upsidedown.
Q: If my vehicle has air bags, why should have to wear safety belts?
A: Airbagsaresupplementalsystemsonly; sothey workwithsafetybelts—notinsteadofthem. Whetherornotanairbagisprovided, allooccupants stillhavetobuckleuptogetthemostprotection. Thatistruenotonlyinfrontalcollisions, but especiallyinsideandothercollisions.
Q: Iflamagooddriver, and lneverdrivefar from home, why shouldl wears safety belts?
A: You maybe an excellent driver, but if you are a crash—even on that is not your fault—you and your passenger(s) can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as baddrivers.
Mostaccidentsoccurwithin25miles(40km)of home.Andthegreatestnumberofseriousinjuries anddeathsoccuratspeedsoflessthan40mph (65km/h).
Safetybeltsareforeveryone.
HowtoWearSafetyBeltsProperly
Thissectionisonlyforpeopleofadultsize.
Beaware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. If child will be residing in the vehicle, see Older Children on page 2-32 or Infants and Young Children on page 2-35. Follow those rules for everyone's protection.
It is very important for all occupantstobuckleup. Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts.
Occupantswhoarenotbuckledupcanbethrownoutof thevehicleinacrash.Andtheycanstrikeothersinthe vehiclewhoarewearingsafetybelts.
First, before you or your passenger(s) wear as safety belt, there is important information you should know.

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Illustration of human skeletal anatomy showing front and side views with a diagonal band crossing (no text or labels)Situpstraightandalwayskeepyourfeetonthefloor infrontofyou. Thelappartofthebeltshouldbeworn lowandsnugonthehips, justtouchingthethighs.
Inacrash, this applies for cetofestrongpelvicbones and you would be less likely to slide under the lapbelt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These part of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Theshoulderbeltlocksifthereisasuddenstopor crash.
Q: Whatiswrongwiththis?

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Medical illustration showing human skeletal anatomy with a no-smoking symbol and corresponding side-view illustrations.A: Theshoulderbeltistooloose. It will not give as much protection this way.

WARNING:
Youcanbeseriouslyhurtifyourshoulderbeltis tooloose.Inacrash,youwouldmoveforwardtoo much,whichcouldincreaseinjury.Theshoulder beltshouldfitsnuglyagainstyourbody.
Q:Whatiswrongwiththis?

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Diagram illustrating human skeletal and torso positions with a no-smoking symbol, showing left and right views of the spine.A: Thelapbeltistooloose. It will not given nearly as much protection this way.
WARNING:
Youcanbeseriouslyhurtifyourlapbeltistoo loose.Inacrash,youcouldslideunderthelap beltandapplyforceonyourabdomen.Thiscould causeseriousorevenfatalinjuries.Thelapbelt shouldbewornlowandsnugonthehips,just touchingthethighs.
Q: Whatiswrongwiththis?

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Diagram showing a human skeleton with a diagonal band crossing it, accompanied by a no-smoking symbol and a grid background.A: Thebeltisbuckledinthewrongbuckle.

WARNING:
Youcanbeseriouslyinjuredifyourbeltisbuckled inthewrongplacelikethis.Inacrash,thebelt wouldgoupoveryourabdomen.Thebeltforces wouldbethere,notonthepelvicbones.This couldcauseseriousinternalinjuries.Always buckleyourbeltintothebucklenearestyou.
Q:Whatiswrongwiththis?

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Diagram of human skeleton with a diagonal band crossing, marked with a no-smoking symbol and a black diagonal line.A: Thebeltisoveranarmrest.
WARNING:
Youcanbeseriouslyinjuredifyourbeltgoesover anarmrestlikethis.Thebeltwouldbemuchtoo high.Inacrash,youcanslideunderthebelt.The beltforcewouldthenbeappliedontheabdomen, notonthepelvicbones,andthatcouldcause seriousorfatalinjuries.Besurethebeltgoes underthearmrests.
Q: Whatiswrongwiththis?

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Medical illustration showing human skeletal anatomy with a no-smoking symbol and a grid backgroundA: Theshoulderbeltiswornunderthearm. It should bewornovertheshoulderataalltimes.

WARNING:
Youcanbeseriouslyinjuredifyouwearthe shoulderbeltunderyourarm.Inacrash,your bodywouldmovetoofarforward,whichwould increasethechanceofheadandneckinjury. Also,thebeltwouldapplytoomuchforcetothe ribs,whicharenotasstrongassshoulderbones. Youcouldalsoseverelyinjureinternalorganslike yourliverorspleen.Theshoulderbeltshouldgo overtheshoulderandacrossthechest.
Q:Whatiswrongwiththis?

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Medical diagram showing human skeletal anatomy with a no-smoking symbol and directional arrow indicating movement or force.A: Thebeltisbehindthebody.
WARNING:
Youcanbeseriouslyinjuredbynotwearingthe lap-shoulderbeltproperly.Inacrash,youwould notberestrainedbytheshoulderbelt.Yourbody couldmovetoofarforwardincreasingthechance ofheadandneckinjury.Youmightalsoslide underthelapbelt.Thebeltforcewouldthenbe appliedrightontheabdomen.Thatcouldcause seriousorfatalinjuries.Theshoulderbeltshould goovertheshoulderandacrossthechest.
Q: Whatiswrongwiththis?

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Diagram illustrating human skeleton positions with a no-smoking symbol, showing left and right views of the spine and shoulder.A: Thebeltistwistedacrossthebody.

WARNING:
Youcanbeseriouslyinjuredbyatwistedbelt.Ina crash,youwouldnothavethefullwidthofthebelt tospreadimpactforces.Ifabeltistwisted,make itstraightsoitcanworkproperly,oraskyour dealer/retailertofixit.
Lap-ShoulderBelt
Allseatingpositionsinthevehiclehavea lap-shoulderbelt.
If you are using a rearseating position with a detachable safety belt and the safety belt is not attached, see Rear Seat Operation (Sedan) on page 2-8 or Rear Seat Operation (Hatchback) on page 2-10 for instruction on reconnecting the safety belt to themini-buckle.
The following instructionsexplainhowtoweara lap-shoulderbeltproperly.
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Adjusttheseat, if theseatisadjustable, so you cansitupstraight. Toseehow, see "Seats" in the Index.
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Pickup the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Donotletit gettwisted.
Thelap-shoulderbeltmaylockifyoupullthebelt acrossyouveryquickly.Ifthishappens,letthe beltgobackslightlytounlockit.Thenpullthebelt acrossyoumoreslowly.
Iftheshoulderportionofapassengerbeltispulled outalltheway,thechildrestraintlockingfeature maybeengaged.Ifthishappens,letthebeltgo backallthewayandstartagain.

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Line drawing of a person using a bandage tool to lift a seated leg (no text or symbols present)- If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, til the latch plate and keep pulling until it can be buckled.

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Line drawing of a person using a belt to grip a sword (no text or symbols present)- Pushthelatchplate into the buckle until it clicks.
Ifthelatchplatewillnotgofullyintothebuckle, checkifthecorrectbuckleisbeingused.
Pulluponthelatchplatetomakesureitissecure. Ifthebeltisnotlongenough,see SafetyBelt Extender onpage 2-32 .
Positionthereleasebuttononthebucklesothat thesafetybeltcouldbequicklyunbuckledif necessary.
- Ifequippedwithashoulderbeltheightadjuster, moveittotheheightthatisrightforyou.See "ShoulderBeltHeightAdjustment"laterinthis sectionforinstructionsonuseandimportantsafety information.

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Line drawing of a person using a belt buckle, no text or symbols present- Tomakethelapparttight, pulluponthe shoulderbelt.
It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch platet fully tight enthelap beltons smaller occupants.

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Illustration of a person performing a medical or physical procedure on a bandage, with no visible text or symbols.Tounlatchthebelt, pushthebuttononthebuckle. The belt should return to its stowed position.
Beforeadoorisclosed, besurethebeltisoutofthe way. If a door is slammed again st as safety belt, damage can occult to both the safety belt and the vehicle.
ShoulderBeltHeightAdjuster
The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating positions.
Adjusttheheightsothattheshoulderportionofthebelt iscenteredontheshoulder. Thebeltshouldbeaway fromthefaceandneck, butnotfallingofftheshoulder. Impropershoulderbeltheightadjustmentcouldreduce theeffectivenessofthesafetybeltinacrash.

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ATomoveitdown, press thereleasebutton(A) and movetheheightadjuster tothedesiredposition.
Aftertheadjusterissettothedesiredposition,tryto moveitdownwithoutpressingthereleasebutton to make sureithaslockedintoposition.
SafetyBeltPretensioners
This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety belt assembly. They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met.
Pretensionersworkonlyonce.Ifthepretensioners activateinacrash,theywillneedtobereplaced,and probablyothernewpartsforthevehicle'ssafetybelt system.SeeReplacingRestraintSystemPartsAftera Crashonpage2-73.
SafetyBeltUseDuringPregnancy
Safetybeltsworkforeveryone,includingpregnant women.Likeallooccupants,theyaremorelikelytobe seriouslyinjurediftheydonotwearsafetybelts.

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Illustration of a person working on a vehicle with a helmet and gear (no text or symbols)Apregnantwomanshouldwearalap-shoulderbelt, andthelapportionshouldbewornaslowaspossible, belowtherounding, throughoutthepregnancy.
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When as safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belt effective is wearing them properly.
SafetyBeltExtender
If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it.
Butifasafetybeltisnotlongenough,yourdealer/retailerwillorderyouanextender.Whenyougointo orderit,taketheheaviestcoatyouwillwear,sothe extenderwillbelongenoughforyou.Tohelpavoid personalinjury,donotletsomeoneelseuseit,anduse itonlyfortheseatitismadetofit.Theextenderhas beendesignedforadults.Neveruseitforsecuringchild seats.Towearit,attachittotheregularsafetybelt.For moreinformation,seetheinstructionsheetthatcomes withtheextender.
ChildRestraints OlderChildren

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Illustration of two people wearing a belt buckle, seated (no text or symbols)Olderchildrenwhohaveoutgrownboosterseatsshould wearthevehicle'ssafetybelts.
Themanufacturer'sinstructionsthatcomewiththe boosterseat,statetheweightandheightlimitationsfor thatbooster.Useaboosterseatwithalap-shoulderbelt untilthechildpassesthebelowfittest:
- Sitallthewaybackontheseat.Dotheknees bendattheseatedge?Ifyes,continue.Ifno, returntotheboosterseat.
- Bucklethelap-shoulderbelt.Doestheshoulder beltrestontheshoulder?Ifyes,continue.Ifno, thenreturntotheboosterseat.
- Doesthelapbeltfitlowandsnugonthehips, touchingthethighs?Ifyes,continue.Ifno,return totheboosterseat.
- Canpropersafetybeltfitbemaintainedforthe lengthofthetrip?Ifyes,continue.Ifno,returnto theboosterseat.
Q:Whatistheproperwaytowearsafetybelts?
A: Anolderchildshouldwearalap-shoulderbelt and gettheadditionalrestraintashoulderbelt can provide. Theshoulderbelt should not cross the face or neck. Thelap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. This applies belt for ceto the child's pelvic bones in acrash. It should never beworn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in acrash.
According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in therearseating position than in the front seating positions.
Inacrash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use safety belts properly.

WARNING:
Neverdothis.
Neverallowtwochildrentowearthesamesafety belt. Thesafetybeltcannotproperlyspreadthe impactforces.Inacrash,thetwochildrencanbe crushedtogetherandseriouslyinjured.Asafety beltmustbeusedbyonlyonepersonatatime.

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Diagram showing people seated in a car with a 'no' symbol indicating no restrictions, likely for safety or transportation rules.
WARNING:
Neverdothis.
Neverallowachildtowearthesafetybeltwiththe shoulderbeltbehindtheirback.Achildcanbe seriouslyinjuredbynotwearingthelap-shoulder beltproperly.Inacrash,thechildwouldnotbe restrainedbytheshoulderbelt.Thechildcould movetoofarforwardincreasingthechanceof headandneckinjury.Thechildmightalsoslide underthelapbelt.Thebeltforcewouldthenbe appliedrightontheabdomen.Thatcouldcause seriousorfatalinjuries.Theshoulderbeltshould goovertheshoulderandacrossthechest.

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Illustration of a person sitting in a chair with a diagonal bar, facing away; no text or symbols present.InfantsandYoungChildren
Everyoneinavehicleneedsprotection! This includes infantsandallotherchildren. Neitherthedistance travelednortheageandsizeofthetravelerchanges theneed,foreveryone,tousesafetyrestraints. Infact, thelawineverystateintheUnitedStatesandinevery Canadianprovincesayschildrenuptosomeagemust berestrainedwhileinavehicle.

WARNING:
Childrencanbeseriouslyinjuredorstrangledifa shoulderbeltiswrappedaroundtheirneck and thesafetybeltcontinuestotighten. Neverleave childrenunattendedinavehicleandneverallow childrentoplaywiththesafetybelts.
Airbagspluslap-shoulderbeltsofferprotectionfor adultsandolderchildren,butnotforyoungchildrenand infants.Neitherthevehicle'ssafetybeltsystemnorits airbagsystemisdesignedforthem.Everytimeinfants andyoungchildrenrideinvehicles,theyshouldhave theprotectionprovidedbyappropriatechildrestraints.
Childrenwhoarenotrestrainedproperlycanstrike otherpeople,orcanbethrownoutofthevehicle.

WARNING:
Neverdothis.
Neverholdaninfantorachildwhileridingina vehicle.Duetocrashforces,aninfantorachild willbecomesoheavyitisnotpossibletoholdit duringacrash.Forexample,inacrashatonly 40km/h(25mph),a5.5kg(12lb)infantwill suddenlybecomea110kg(240lb)forceona person'sarms.Aninfantshouldbesecuredinan appropriaterestraint.

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WARNING:
Neverdothis.
Childrenwhoareupagainst,orverycloseto,any airbagwhenitinflatescanbeseriouslyinjuredor killed.Neverputarear-facingchildrestraintin therightfrontseat.Securearear-facingchild restraintinarearseat.Itisalsobettertosecurea forward-facingchildrestraintinarearseat.Ifyou mustsecureaforward-facingchildrestraintinthe rightfrontseat,alwaysmovethefrontpassenger seatasfarbackasitwillgo.

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Diagram showing a car seatbelt with a no-smoking symbol, indicating no smoking or no use of the vehicle.Q: Whatarethedifferenttypesofadd-onchild restraints?
A: Add-onchildrestraints, which are purchased by the vehicle's owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of particular restraints should take into consideration not only the child's weight, height, and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.
Formostbasictypesofchildrestraints,thereare manydifferentmodelsavailable.Whenpurchasinga childrestraint,besureitisdesignedtobeusedina motorvehicle.Ifitis,therestraintwillhavealabel sayingthatitmeetsfederalmotorvehiclesafety standards.
Therestraint manufacturer's instruction that comewith therestraint state the weight and height limitations for particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kind so frestraints available for children with special needs.
WARNING:
Toreducetheriskofneckandheadinjuryduring acrash,infantsneedcompletesupport. This is because an infant's neck is not fully developed and its head weighssomuch compared with therestofitsbody. In acrash, an infantina rear-facing child restraint settles into the restraint, sothecrash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant's body, the back and shoulders. Infant should always be secured in rear-facing child restraints.
WARNING:
Ayoungchild'shipbonesarestillsosmallthat thevehicle'sregularsafetybeltmaynotremain lowonthehipbones,asitshould.Instead,itmay settleuparoundthechild'sabdomen.Inacrash, thebeltwouldapplyforceonabodyareathatis unprotectedbyanybonystructure.Thisalone couldcauseseriousorfatalinjuries.Toreduce theriskofseriousorfatalinjuriesduringacrash, youngchildrenshouldalwaysbesecuredin appropriatechildrestraints.
ChildRestraintSystems

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Technical line drawing of a mechanical clamp or bracket component (no text or symbols)Arear-facing infant seat(A) provides restraint with theseatingsurface against the back of the infant.
The harnesssystemholdstheinfantinplaceand,ina crash,actstokeeptheinfantpositionedintherestraint.

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Line drawings of two car seat designs labeled (C) and (D), showing different seat configurations without any text or symbols.Aboosterseat(C-D)isachildrestraint designed to improvethefitofthevehicle'ssafetybeltsystem. Aboosterseatcanalsohelpachildtoseeoutthe window.
SecuringanAdd-OnChildRestraintin theVehicle
WARNING:
Achildcanbeseriouslyinjuredorkilledinacrash ifthechildrestraintisnotproperlysecuredinthe vehicle.Securethechildrestraintproperlyinthe vehicleusingthevehicle'ssafetybeltorLATCH system,followingtheinstructionsthatcamewith thatchildrestraintandtheinstructionsinthis manual.
Tohelpreducethechanceofinjury,thechildrestraint mustbesecuredinthevehicle.Childrestraint systemsmustbesecuredinvehicleseatsbylapbelts orthelapbeltportionofalap-shoulderbelt,orbythe LATCHsystem.SeeLowerAnchorsandTethersfor Children(LATCH) onpage 2-44 formoreinformation. Achildcanbeendangeredinacrashifthechild restraintisnotproperlysecuredinthevehicle.
Whensecuringanadd-onchildrestraint, refertothe instruction that comewith therestraint which maybe ontherestraint itself for inabooklet, or both, and to this manual. The childrestraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer.
Keepinmindthatanunsecuredchildrestraintcan movearoundinacollisionorsuddenstopandinjure peopleinthevehicle.Besuretoproperlysecureany childrestraintinthevehicle—evenwhennochildis init.
SecuringtheChildWithintheChild Restraint

WARNING:
Achildcanbeseriouslyinjuredorkilledinacrash ifthechildisnotproperlysecuredinthechild restraint.Securethechildproperlyfollowingthe instructionsthatcamewiththatchildrestraint.
WheretoPuttheRestraint
Accidentstatisticsshowthatchildrenaresaferifthey arerestrainedintherearratherthanthefrontseat.
Werecommendthatchildrenandchildrestraintsbe securedinarearseat,including:aninfantorachild ridinginarear-facingchildrestraint;achildridingina forward-facingchildseat;anolderchildridingina boosterseat;andchildren,whoarelargeenough,using safetybelts.
Alabelonyoursunvisorsays, "Neverputarear-facing childseatinthefront." Thisisbecausetherisktothe rear-facingchildissogreat, if the airbagdeploys.

WARNING:
Achildinarear-facingchildrestraintcanbe seriouslyinjuredorkillediftherightfront passengerairbaginflates. Thisisbecausethe backoftherear-facingchildrestraintwouldbe veryclosetotheinflatingairbag.Achildina forward-facingchildrestraintcanbeseriously injuredorkillediftherightfrontpassengerairbag inflatesandthepassengerseatisinaforward position.
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Evenifthepassengersingsingsystemhasturned offtherightfrontpassengerfrontalairbag, no systemisfail-safe. Noonecanguaranteethat anairbagwillnotdeployundersomeunusual circumstance, eventhoughhitisturnedoff.
Securerear-facingchildrestraintsinarear seat, eveniftheairbagisoff. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in theright frontseat, always movethefrontpassenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in arearseat.
See Passenger Sensing System on page 2-65 for additional information.
Whensecuringachildrestraintinarearseating position,studytheinstructionsthatcamewithyour childrestrainttomakesureitiscompatiblewiththis vehicle.
Thereareacoupleofthingsyouneedtoknowabout usingchildrestraintsinyourrearseat:

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B A BIf you use each child restraint in the center rearseating position (A), the safety belts and the child restraint LATCH anchors for therear outside seating positions (B) will not be accessible.
Therefore, you will not be able to secure children restraints or have passengers ride in therear outside seating positions.

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A B AIf you set two child restraints (A) in the rear outside seating positions, the safety belt for the center rearseat position (B) will not be accessible.
Therefore, you will not be able to secure a child restraint or have passengers to ride in the center rear seating position.
Whereveryouinstallachildrestraint,besuretosecure thechildrestraintproperly.
Keepinmindthatanunsecuredchildrestraintcan movearoundinacollisionorsuddenstopandinjure peopleinthevehicle.Besuretoproperlysecureany childrestraintinyourvehicle—evenwhennochildis init.
LowerAnchorsandTethersfor Children(LATCH)
The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in acrash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachment on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system.
MakesurethataLATCH-compatiblechildrestraint isproperlyinstalledusingtheanchors,orusethe vehicle'ssafetybeltstosecuretherestraint,following theinstructionsthatcamewiththatrestraint,andalso theinstructionsinthismanual.Wheninstallingachild restraintwithatoptether,youmustalsouseeitherthe loweranchorsorthesafetybeltstoproperlysecurethe childrestraint.Achildrestraintmustneverbeinstalled usingonlythetoptetherandanchor.
InordertousetheLATCHsysteminyourvehicle, you needachildrestraintthathasLATCHattachments. Thechildrestraintmanufacturerwillprovideyouwith instructionsonhowtousethechildrestraintandits attachments. Thefollowingexplainshowtoattacha childrestraintwiththeseattachmentsinyourvehicle.
Notallvehicleseatingpositionsorchildrestraintshave loweranchorsandattachmentsortoptetheranchors andattachments.
LowerAnchors

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Technical diagram showing a mechanical assembly with labeled parts A and B, including an inset view of a bracket component.Loweranchors(A)aremetalbarsbuiltintothevehicle. TherearetwoloweranchorsforeachLATCHseating positionthatwillaccommodateachildrestraintwith lowerattachments(B).
TopTetherAnchor

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A B C BAtoptether(A,C)anchorsthetopofthechildrestraint tothevehicle. Atoptetheranchorisbuiltintothe vehicle. Thetoptetherattachment(B)onthechild restraintconnectstothetoptetheranchorinthevehicle inordertoreducetheforwardmovementandrotationof thechildrestraintduringdrivingorinacrash.
Yourchildrestraintmayhaveasingletether(A)ora dualtether(C).Eitherwillhaveasingleattachment(B) tosecurethetoptethertotheanchor.
Somechildrestraintsthathaveatoptetherare designedforusewithorwithoutthetoptetherbeing attached.Othersrequirethetoptetheralwaysto beattached.InCanada,thelawrequiresthat forward-facingchildrestraintshaveatoptether,and thatthetetherbeattached.Besuretoreadandfollow theinstructionsforyourchildrestraint.
If the child restraint does not have to optether, one can be obtained, in kit form, form any child restraints. Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kitis available.
LowerAnchorandTopTetherAnchor Locations

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(LowerAnchor): Seatingpositions with twoloweranchors.

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Simple icon of a person sitting in a chair inside a black circle (no text or symbols)Toassistyouinlocating theloweranchors,each seatingpositionwithlower anchorshastwolabels, nearthecreasebetween theseatbackandtheseat cushion.
Hatchbackmodelsmayhavezippersoverthelower anchorareas.Ifso,unziptheseatcoverbelowthe labelstoaccesseachloweranchor.

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Simple line drawing of a person sitting on a bench with an anchor symbol above, no text or labels present.Toassistyouinlocating thetoptetheranchors,the toptetheranchorsymbol islocatedonthecover.

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Forsedanmodels, thetoptetheranchorsarelocated underthecoversbehindtherearseatonthefillerpanel. Pullopenthecovertoaccessthetoptetheranchors. Besuretouseananchorlocatedonthesamesideof thevehicleastheseatingpositionwherethechild restraintwillbeplaced.

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A BHatchback
Forhatchbackmodels, thetoptetheranchors(B) are located in therearcargo area, attached to the back wall(A) of the vehicle. Squeeze and pull the front part of the plastic cover to access the toptether anchors. Removethe cargoshade before installing the toptether.
Thecargoshadeshouldremainoffwhilethetoptether isinuse.Besuretouseananchorlocatedonthesame sideofthevehicleastheseatingpositionwherethe childrestraintwillbeplaced.
Donotsecureachildrestraintinapositionwithouta toptetheranchorifanationalorlocallawrequiresthat thetoptetherbeattached,oriftheinstructionsthat comewiththechildrestraintsaythatthetoptethermust beattached.
Accidentstatisticsshowthatchildrenaresaferifthey arerestrainedintherearratherthanthefrontseat.See WheretoPuttheRestraint onpage2-42 foradditional information.
SecuringaChildRestraintDesignedforthe LATCHSystem

WARNING:
IfaLATCH-typechildrestraintisnotattached to anchors, thechildrestraintwillnotbeable to protect the child correctly. Inacrash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Install a LATCH-typechildrestraint properly using the anchors, or use the vehicle's safety belt to secure the restraint, following the instruction that camewith the child restraint and the instructions in this manual.

WARNING:
Donotattachmorethanonechildrestrainttoa singleanchor. Attachingmorethanonechild restrainttoasingingleanchorcouldcausethe anchororattachmenttocomelooseoreven breakduringacrash. Achildorotherscouldbe injured. Toreducetheriskofseriousorfatal injuriesduringacrash, attachonlyonechild restraintperanchor.

WARNING:
Childrencanbeseriouslyinjuredorstrangledifa shoulderbeltiswrappedaroundtheirneckand thesafetybeltcontinuestotighten.Buckleany unusedsafetybeltsbehindthechildrestraintso childrencannotreachthem.Pulltheshoulder beltallthewayoutoftheretractortosethelock, ifyourvehiclehasone,afterthechildrestraint hasbeeninstalled.
Notice: DonotlettheLATCHattachmentsrub againstthevehicle'ssafetybelts. This may damage these parts. If necessary, move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCHattachments.
Donotfoldtheemptyrearseatwithasafetybelt buckled. This could damage the safety belt or the seat. Unbuckle and return the safety belt to its stowed position, before folding these at.
- Attachandtightenthelowerattachmentstothe loweranchors. If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors, secure the child restraint with the toptether and the safety belts. Refertoy our child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual.
1.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position.
1.2. Put the child restraint on these at.
1.3. Attachandtightenthelowerattachmentson thechildrestrainttotheloweranchors.
- If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the toptether be attached, attach and tighten the toptethertothetoptether anchor, if equipped. Referto the child restraint instructions and the following steps:
2.1.Findthetoptetheranchor.
2.2.Flipthecovertoaccessthetoptether anchors.
2.3. For hatchback models, removethe cargo shade before installing the toptether. The cargoshades should remain off while the top tether is in use.
2.4. Raisetheheadrestorheadrestraintifthe desiredseatingpositionhasanadjustable headrestorheadrestraint.SeeHead Restraintsonpage2-2.
2.5. Route and tightenthetoptether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions:

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- Pushandpullthechildrestraintindifferent directionstobesureitissecure.
SecuringaChildRestraintinaRear SeatPosition
Whensecuringachildrestraintinarearseating position, studytheinstructionsthatcamewithyourchild restrainttomakesureitiscompatiblewiththisvehicle.
If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 2-44 for how to install your child restraint using LATCH. If you secure a child restraint using safety belt and it uses to opt tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 2-44 for top tether anchor locations.
Donotsecureachildrestraintinapositionwithouta toptetheranchorifanationalorlocallawrequiresthat thetoptetherbeanchored,oriftheinstructionsthat comewiththechildrestraintsaythatthetopstrapmust beanchored.
In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraint have to optether, and that the tether be attached.
If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Besure to follow the instruction that camewith the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instruction say.
If you need to install more than one child restraint in the rearseat, besuretoread Where to Put the Restraint page 2-42.
- Putthechildrestraintontheseat.
- Pickupthelatchplate, and runthelapand shoulder portion of the vehicle's safety belt through or around therestraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.

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Totightenthebelt, pushdownonthechild restraint, pulltheshoulderportionofthebelt to tightenthalapportionofthebelt and feed the shoulderbeltback into theretractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find ithelpfultouse your kneetopushdown on the child restraint as easy outightenthebelt.
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Pushandpullthechildrestraintindifferent directionstobesureitissecure.
Toremovethechildrestraint, unbucklethevehicle's safetybeltandletitgobackalltheway. Ifthetoptether isattachedtoatoptetheranchor, disconnectit.
SecuringaChildRestraintinthe RightFrontSeatPosition
Thisvehiclehasairbags.Arearseatisasaferplaceto secureaforward-facingchildrestraint.SeeWhereto PuttheRestraintonpage2-42.
Inaddition, the vehicle has as passengers sensing system which is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal air bag and seat-mounted side impact air bag (ifequipped) under certain conditions. See Passenger Sensing System on page 2-65 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4-26 for more information on this, including important safety information.
Alabelonthesunvisorsays, "Neverputarear-facing childseatinthefront." This is because a risk to the rear-facing child's dissogreat, if the airbag deploys.

WARNING:
Achildinarear-facingchildrestraintcanbe seriouslyinjuredorkillediftherightfront passengerairbaginflates. Thisisbecausethe backoftherear-facingchildrestraintwouldbe veryclosetotheinflatingairbag.Achildina forward-facingchildrestraintcanbeseriously injuredorkillediftherightfrontpassengerairbag inflatesandthepassengerseatisinaforward position.
Evenifthepassengersingsingsystemhasturned offtherightfrontpassengerfrontalairbag, no systemisfail-safe. Noonecanguaranteethat anairbagwillnotdeployundersomeunusual circumstance, eventoughitisturnedoff.
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Securerear-facingchildrestraintsinarear seat, eveniftheairbagisoff. Ifyousecurea forward-facingchildrestraintintherightfrontseat, alwaysmovethefrontpassengerseatasfarback asitwillgo. Itisbetterterosecurethechildrestraint inarearseat.
See Passenger Sensing System on page 2-65 for additional information.
If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 2-44 for how to install your child restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint is secured using safety belt and it uses to opt tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 2-44 for top tether anchor locations.
Donotsecureachildseatinapositionwithoutatop tetheranchorifanationalorlocallawrequiresthatthe toptetherbeanchored,oriftheinstructionsthatcome withthechildrestraintsaythatthetopstrapmustbe anchored.
InCanada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraint have to optether, and that the tether be attached.
Youwillbeusingthelap-shoulderbelttosecurethe childrestraintinthisposition.Followtheinstructions thatcamewiththechildrestraint.
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Movetheseatasfarbackasitwillgobefore securingtheforward-facingchildrestraint. Whenthepassengersingsystemhasturned offtherightfrontpassengerfrontalairbagand seat-mountedsideimpactairbag(ifequipped), theoffindicatoronthepassengerairbagstatus indicatorshouldlightandstaylitwhenyoustartthe vehicle.SeePassengerAirbagStatusIndicator on page 4-26.
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Put the child restraint on these at.
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Pickupthelatchplate, and runthelapand shoulder portion of the vehicle's safety belt through or around therestraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.

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Totightenthebelt, pushdownonthechild restraint, pulltheshoulderportionofthebelt to tightenthalapportionofthebelt and feed the shoulderbelt back into theretractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find ithelpfultouseyourkneetopushdownonthe child restraintasyoutightenthebelt.
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Pushandpullthechildrestraintindifferent directionstobesureitissecure.
If the air bag or air bags are off, the off indicator in the passenger air bag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started.
Ifachildrestrainhasbeeninstalledandtheoffsymbol isnotlit,see"IftheOnIndicatorisLitforaChild Restraint"underPassengerSensingSystem on page2-65 formoreinformation.
Toremovethechildrestraint, unbucklethevehicle's safetybeltandletitgobackalltheway.
AirbagSystem
The vehicle has the following airbags:
• Afrontalairbagforthedriver.
• Afrontalairbagfortherightfrontpassenger.
The vehicle may have the following air bags:
- Aseat-mountedsideimpactairbagforthedriver.
- Aseat-mountedsideimpactairbagfortheright frontpassenger.
Alloftheairbagsinyourvehiclewillhavetheword AIRBAGembossedinthetrimoronanattachedlabel nearthedeploymentopening.
Forfrontalairbags, thewordAIRBAGwillappearonthe middlepartofthesteeringwheelforthedriverandon theinstrumentpanelfortherightfrontpassenger.
Withseat-mountedsideimpactairbags, theword AIRBAGwillappearonthesideoftheseatbackclosest tothedoor.
Airbagsaredesignedtosupplementtheprotection providedbysafetybelts. Eventhoughtoday'sairbags arealsodesignedtohelpreducetheriskofinjuryfrom theforceofaninflatingbag, allairbagsmustinflatevery quicklytodotheirjob.
Herearethemostimportantthingstoknowaboutthe airbagsystem:
⚠ WARNING:
Youcanbeseverelyinjuredorkilledinacrash ifyouarenotwearingyoursafetybelt—evenif youhaveairbags.Airbagsaredesignedtowork withsafetybelts,butdonotreplacethem.Also, airbagsarenotdesignedtodeployinevery crash.Insomecrashessafetybeltsareyour onlyrestraint.SeeWhenShouldanAirbag Inflate?onpage2-62.
Wearingyoursafetybeltduringacrashhelps reduceyourchanceofhittingthingsinsidethe vehicleorbeingejectedfromit.Airbagsare "supplementalrestraints"tothesafetybelts. Everyoneinyourvehicleshouldwearasafety beltproperly—whetherornotthereisanairbag forthatperson.

WARNING:
Airbagsinflatewithgreatforce,fasterthanthe blinkofaneye.Anyonewhoisupagainst,or verycloseto,anyairbagwhenitinflatescanbe seriouslyinjuredorkilled.Donotsitunnecessarily closetotheairbag,asyouwouldbeifyouwere sittingontheedgeofyourseatorleaningforward. Safetybeltshelpkeepyouinpositionbeforeand duringacrash.Alwayswearyoursafetybelt, evenwithairbags.Thedrivershouldsitasfar backaspossiblewhilestillmaintainingcontrol of thevehicle.
Occupantsshouldnotleanonorsleepagainst theodororsidewindowsinseatingpositionswith seat-mountedairbags.

WARNING:
Childrenwhoareupagainst,orverycloseto, anyairbagwhenitinflatescanbeseriously injuredorkilled.Airbagspluslap-shoulderbelts
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offerprotectionforadultsandolderchildren,but notforyoungchildrenandinfants.Neitherthe vehicle'ssafetybeltsystemnoritsairbagsystem isdesignedforthem.Youngchildrenandinfants needtheprotectionthatachildrestraintsystem canprovide.Alwayssecurechildrenproperlyin yourvehicle.Toreadhow,seeOlderChildren on page2-32 orInfantsandYoungChildren on page2-35.

Thereisanairbag readinesslightonthe instrumentpanel,which showstheairbagsymbol.
Thesystemcheckstheairbagelectricalsystemfor malfunctions. Thelighttellsyouifthereisanelectrical problem. SeeAirbagReadinessLight onpage 4-25 for moreinformation.
WhereAretheAirbags?

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If your vehicle has seat-mounted side impact air bags for the driver and right front passenger, they are in the side of these seat backs closest to the door.

WARNING:
If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury overvendeath. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Donot put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and donot attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on near any other airbag covering.
Donotuseseataccessoriesthatblockthe inflationpathofaseat-mountedsideimpact airbag.
WhenShouldanAirbagInflate?
Frontalairbagsaredesignedtoinflateinmoderateto severefrontalornear-frontalcrashestohelpreduce thepotentialforsevereinjuriesmainlytothedriver'sor rightfrontpassenger'sheadandchest. However, they areonlydesignedtoinflateiftheimpactexceedsa predetermineddeploymentthreshold. Deployment thresholdsareusedtopredicthowsevereacrashis likelytobeintimefortheairbagstoinflateandhelp restraintheoccupants.
Whether your frontal air bags will or should deploy is not based on how fast your vehicle is traveling. It depends largely on what you hit, the direction of the impact, and how quickly your vehicles slows down.
Frontalairbagsmayinflateatdifferentcrashspeeds. Forexample:
- Ifthevehiclehitsastationaryobject, theairbags could inflate at adifferentcrash speed than if the vehiclehitsamoving object.
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Ifthevehiclehitsanobjectthatdeforms,the airbagscouldinflateatadifferentcrashspeed thanifthevehiclehitsanobjectthatdoesnot deform.
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Ifthevehiclehitsanarrowobject(likeapole), the airbagscouldinflateatadifferentcrashspeed thanifthevehiclehitsawideobject(likeawall).
- Ifthevehiclegoesintoanobjectatanangle,the airbagscouldinflateatadifferentcrashspeed thanifthevehiclegoesstraightintotheobject.
Thresholdscanalsovarywithspecificvehicledesign.
Inaddition, your vehicle has dual-stage frontal airbags. Dual-stage airbags adjust therestraint according to crash severity. Your vehicle has electronic frontal sensors, which help the sensingsystemdistinguish between amoderate frontal impact and amoresevere frontal impact. Formoderate frontal impacts, dual-stage airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment. For more severe frontal impacts, full deployment occurs.
Frontalairbagsarenotintendedtoinflateduringvehicle rollovers, rearimpacts, orinmanysideimpacts.
The vehicle may inform any to have an impact air bags. See Airbag System on page 2-58. Seat-mounted side impact air bags are intended to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes. Seat-mounted side impact air bags will inflate if the crash severity is above the system's designed threshold level. The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design.
Seat-mountedsideimpactairbagsarenotintendedto inflateinfrontalimpacts, near-frontalimpacts, rollovers, orrearimpacts. Aseat-mountedsideimpactairbagis intendedtodeployonthesideofthevehiclethatis struck.
Inanyparticularcrash, noonecansaywhetheran airbagshouldhaveinflatedsimplybecauseofthe damagetoavehicleorbecauseofwhattherepair costswere. Forfrontalairbags, inflationisdetermined bywhatthevehiclehits, theangleoftheimpact, and howquicklythevehicleslowsdown. Forseat-mounted sideimpactairbags, deploymentisdeterminedbythe locationandseverityofthesideimpact.
WhatMakesanAirbagInflate?
Inadeploymentevent,thesensingsystemsendsan electricalsignaltriggeringareleaseofgasfromthe inflator.Gasfromtheinflatorfillstheairbagcausingthe bagtobreakoutofthecoveranddeploy.Theinflator, theairbag,andrelatedhardwareareallpartofthe airbagmodule.
Frontalairbagmodulesarelocatedinsidethesteering wheelandinstrumentpanel.Forvehicleswith seat-mountedsideimpactairbags,thereareairbag modulesinthesideofthefrontseatbacksclosesto thedoor.
HowDoesanAirbagRestrain?
Inmoderatetoseverefrontalornearfrontalcollisions, evenbeltedoccupantscancontactthesteeringwheel ortheinstrumentpanel.Inmoderatetosevereside collisions,evenbeltedoccupantscancontacttheinside ofthevehicle.
Airbagssupplementtheprotectionprovidedbysafety belts.Frontalairbagsdistributetheforceoftheimpact moreevenlyovertheoccupant'supperbody,stopping theoccupantmoregradually.Seat-mountedsideimpact airbagsdistributetheforceoftheimpactmoreevenly overtheoccupant'supperbody.
Butairbagswouldnothelpinmanytypesofcollisions, primarilybecausetheoccupant'smotionisnottoward thoseairbags.SeeWhenShouldanAirbagInflate?page2-62 formoreinformation.
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Airbagsshouldneverberegardedasanythingmore thanasupplementtosafetybelts.
WhatWillYouSeeAfteranAirbag Inflates?
Afterthefrontalandseat-mountedsideimpactairbags inflate,theyquicklydeflate,soquicklythatsome peoplemaynotevenrealizetheairbagsinflated. Somecomponentsoftheairbagmodulemaybehot forseveralminutes.Forlocationoftheairbagmodules, seeWhatMakesanAirbagInflate?onpage2-63.
Thepartsoftheairbagthatcomeintocontactwithyou maybewarm,butnottoohottotouch.Theremaybe somesmokeanddustcomingfromtheventsinthe deflatedairbags.Airbaginflationdoesnotpreventthe driverfromseeingoutofthewindshieldorbeingableto steerthevehicle,nordoesitpreventpeoplefrom leavingthevehicle.

WARNING:
Whenanairbaginflates,theremaybeudustin theair.Thisdustcouldcausebreathingproblems forpeoplewithahistoryofasthmaorother breathingtrouble.Toavoidthis,everyoneinthe vehicleshouldgetoutassoonasitissafetodo so.Ifyouhavebreathingproblemsbutcannotget outofthevehicleafteranairbaginflates,thenget (Continued)
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freshairbyopeningawindoworadoor. If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deployment, you should seek medical attention.
The vehicle has a safe feature that may automatically unlock the doors, turn the interior lampson, turn on the hazard warning flashers, and shutoff the fuel system after the air bags inflate. You can lock the doors, turn the interior lampsoff, and turn the hazard warning flashers off by using the controls forthose features.

WARNING:
Acrashsevereenoughtoinflatetheairbagsmay havealsodamagedimportantfunctionsinthe vehicle,suchasthefuelsystem,brakeand steeringsystems,etc.Evenifthevehicleappears tobedrivableafteramoderatecrash,theremay beconcealeddamagethatcouldmakeitdifficult tosafelyoperatethevehicle.
Usecautionifyoushouldattempttorestartthe engineafteracrashhasoccurred.
Inmanycrashessevereenoughtoinflatetheairbag, windshieldsarebrokenbyvehicledeformation. Additionalwindshieldbreakagemayalsooccurfromthe rightfrontpassengerairbag.
- Airbagsaredesignedtoinflateonlyonce.Afteran airbaginflates,youwillneedsomenewpartsfor theairbagsystem.Ifyoudonotgetthem,the airbagsystemwillnotbetheretohelpprotectyou inanothercrash.Anewsystemwillincludeairbag modulesandpossiblyotherparts.Theservice manualforyourvehiclecoverstheneedtoreplace otherparts.
- The vehicle has acrashsensing and diagnostic module which records information after acrash. See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy on page 8-18 and Event Data Recorders on page 8-18.
- Letonlyqualifiedtechniciansworkontheairbag system.Improperservicecanmeanthatthe airbagsystemwillnotworkproperly.Seeyour dealer/retailerforservice.
PassengerSensingSystem
Thevehiclehasapassengersensingsystemforthe rightfrontpassengerposition. Thepassengerairbag statusindicatorwillbevisible,neartheclock,located in thecenteroftheinstrumentpanel,whenthevehicleis started.

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ThewordsPASSENGERAIRBAGONand PASSENGERAIRBAGOFForthesymbolsfor onandoffwillbevisible,duringthesystemcheck.
Whenthesystemcheckiscomplete, eitherthewords PASSENGERAIRBAGONandPASSENGERAIRBAG OFForthesymbolforonandoffwillbevisible.See PassengerAirbagStatusIndicator onpage4-26.
Thepassengersensingsystemwillturnofftheright frontpassengerfrontalairbagandseat-mountedside impactairbag(ifequipped)undercertainconditions. Thedriverairbagsarenotaffectedbythepassenger sensingsystem.
The passengersensingsystemworkswithsensors that are part of the right front passenger seat. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly-seated occupant and determine if the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag (ifequipped) should be enabled (may inflate) or not.
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly secured in a rearseatin the correct child restraint for their weight and size.
Werecommendthatchildrenbesecuredinarearseat, including:aninfantorachildridinginarear-facingchild restraint;achildridinginaforward-facingchildseat;an olderchildridinginaboosterseat;andchildren,who arelargeenough,usingsafetybelts.
Alabelonthesunvisorsays, "Neverputarear-facing childseatinthefront." This is because a risk to the rear-facing child dissogreat, if the airbag deploys.
⚠ WARNING:
Achildinarear-facingchildrestraintcanbe seriouslyinjuredorkillediftherightfront passengerairbaginflates. Thisisbecausethe backoftherear-facingchildrestraintwouldbe veryclosetotheinflatingairbag.Achildina forward-facingchildrestraintcanbeseriously injuredorkillediftherightfrontpassengerairbag inflatesandthepassengerseatisinaforward position.
Evenifthepassengersingsystemhasturned offtherightfrontpassengerfrontalairbagand seat-mountedsideimpactairbag(ifequipped), nosystemisfail-safe. Noonecanguaranteethat anairbagwillnotdeployundersomeunusual circumstance, eventhoughtheairbag(s)areoff.
Securerear-facingchildrestraintsinarear seat, eveniftheairbag(s) areoff. Ifyousecurea forward-facingchildrestraintintherightfrontseat, alwaysmovethefrontpassengerseatasfarback asitwillgo. Itisbetterterosecurethechildrestraint inarearseat.
Thepassengersingsingsystemisdesignedtoturn offtherightfrontpassengerfrontalairbagand seat-mountedsideimpactairbag(ifequipped)if:
• Therightfrontpassengerseatisunoccupied.
- Thesystemdeterminesthataninfantispresentin achildrestraint.
- Arightfrontpassengertakeshis/herweightoffof theseatforaperiodoftime.
- Or,ifthereisacriticalproblemwiththeairbag systemorthepassengersingsystem.
Whenthepassengersensingsystemhasturnedoffthe rightfrontpassengerfrontalairbagandseat-mounted sideimpactairbag(ifequipped),theoffindicatorwill lightandstaylittoremindyouthattheairbagorairbags areoff.SeePassengerAirbagStatusIndicator on page4-26.
Thepassengersensingsystemisdesignedtoenable (mayinflate)therightfrontpassengerfrontalairbagand seat-mountedsideimpactairbag(ifequipped)anytime thesystemsensesthatapersonofadultsizeissitting properlyintherightfrontpassengerseat.Whenthe passengersensingsystemhasallowedtheairbagor airbagstobeenabled,theonsymbolwilllightandstay littoremindyouthattheairbagorairbagsareactive.
Forsomechildrenwhohaveoutgrownchildrestraints andforverysmalladults,thepassengersensing systemmayormaynotturnofftherightfrontpassenger frontalairbagandseat-mountedsideimpactairbag (ifequipped),dependingupontheperson'sseating postureandbodybuild.Everyoneinyourvehiclewho hasoutgrownchildrestraintsshouldwearasafetybelt properly—whetherornotthereisanairbagforthat person.

WARNING:
If the airbagreadinesslightevercomeson and stayson, it mean that something may be wrong with the airbagsystem. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicles serviced right away. See AirbagReadinessLight on page 4-25 for more information, including important safety information.
IftheOnIndicatorisLitforaChild Restraint
Ifachildrestrainhasbeeninstalledandtheon indicatorislit:
- Turnthevehicleoff.
- Removethechildrestraintfromthevehicle.
- Remove any additional items from these seats such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seatheaters, or seat massagers.
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Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 2-53.
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If, afterreinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. Thens lightly reclin the vehicle seat back and adjust these at cushion, if adjustable, to make sure that the vehicle seat back is not pushing the child restraint into these at cushion.
Alsomakesurethechildrestraintisnottrapped underthevehicleheadrestraint.Ifthishappens, adjusttheheadrestraint.SeeHeadRestraints page 2-2.
6.Restartthevehicle.
Iftheonindicatorisstillit, securethechildinthechild restraintinarearseatpositioninthevehicle, and check withyourdealer/retailer.
IftheOffIndicatorisLitforan Adult-SizeOccupant

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If this happens, use the following step to allow the system to detect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag (ifequipped):
- Turnthevehicleoff.
- Remove any additional material from these seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.
- Placetheseatbackinthefullyuprightposition.
- Havethepersonsituprightintheseat, centered ontheseatkushion, withlegscomfortably extended.
- Restart the vehicle and havethe person remain in this position for two times after the event indicator is lit.
AdditionalFactorsAffectingSystem Operation
Safetybeltshelpkeepthepassengerinpositionon theseatduringvehiclemaneuversandbraking,which helpsthepassengersensingsystemmaintainthe passenger airbag status. See “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints”inthelIndexforadditionalinformationabout theimportanceofproperrestraintuse.
Athicklayerofadditionalmaterial,suchasablanket orcushion,oraftermarketequipmentsuchasseat covers,seatheaters,andseatmassagerscanaffect howwellthepassengersensingsystemoperates. Werecommendthatyounotuseseatcoversorother aftermarketequipmentotherthananythatGMhas approvedforyourspecificvehicle.SeeAdding EquipmenttoYourAirbag-EquippedVehicle on page 2-71 formoreinformationaboutmodifications thatcanaffecthowthesystemoperates.

WARNING:
Stowingofarticlesunderthepassengerseat orbetweenthepassengerseatcushionand seatbackmayinterferewiththeproperoperation ofthepassengersensingsystem.
ServicingYourAirbag-Equipped Vehicle
Airbags affect how the vehicles should be serviced. There are part of the air bags system in several places around the vehicle. Your dealer/retailer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the air bags system. Top purchase as servicemanual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 8-17.

WARNING:
Forupto10secondsaftertheignitionisturnedoff andthebatteryisdisconnected,anairbagcanstill inflateduringimproperservice.Youcanbeinjured ifyouareclosetoanairbagwhenitininflates.Avoid yellowconnectors.Theyareprobablypartofthe airbagsystem.Besuretofollowproperservice procedures,andmakesurethepersonperforming workforyouisqualifiedtodoso.
AddingEquipmenttoYour Airbag-EquippedVehicle
Q: Isthereanythinglmightaddtoorchangeabout thevehiclethatcouldkeeptheairbagsfrom workingproperly?
A: Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle's frame, bumpersystem, height, front orderside sheet metal, they may keep the air bags system from working properly. Changingormoving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the air bags sensing and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, frontsensors, or air bag wiring can affect the operation of the air bags system. In addition, the vehicle has a passengers sensing system for the right front passenger position, which includes sensor that are part of the passenger seat. The passengersingsystem may not operate properly if the original seat trim is replaced with non-GM covers, upholstery ortrim, or with GM covers, upholstery ortrim designed for different vehicle. Any object, such as an after market seat heater or comforten Enhancing pador device, installed under or on top of these at fabric, could also interfere with the operation of the passenger
sensingsystem. This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passengers sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing System page 2-65.
If you have any questions about this, you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle. The phonenumbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 8-2.
Q: Because I have adisability, I have to get my vehicle modified. How can find out whether this will affect my air bags system?
A: If you have questions, call Customer Assistance. The phonenumbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 8-2.
Inaddition, your dealer/retailer and the servicemanual have information about the location of the airbag sensors, sensing and diagnostic module and airbag wiring.
RestraintSystemCheck
CheckingtheRestraintSystems SafetyBelts
Nowandthen, check that the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are all working properly.
Lookforanyotherlooseordamagedsafetybeltsystem partsthatmightkeepasafetybeltsystemfromdoingits job. Seeyourdealer/retailertohaveitrepaired. Tornor frayedsafetybeltsmaynotprotectyouinacrash. They canripapartunderimpactforces. Ifabeltistornor frayed, getanewonerightaway.
Makesurethesafetybeltreminderlightisworking. See SafetyBeltReminders onpage 4-24 formore information.
Keepsafetybeltscleananddry.SeeCareofSafety Belts onpage6-82.
Airbags
Theairbagsystemdoesnotneedregularlyscheduled maintenanceorreplacement.Makesuretheairbag readinesslightisworking.SeeAirbagReadinessLight onpage4-25 formoreinformation.
Notice: Ifanairbagcovering is damaged, opened, or broken, the airbag may not work properly. Donotopenor break the airbag coverings. If there are any opened or broken airbag covers, have the airbag covering and/or airbag modulere placed. For the location of the airbag modules, see What Makes an Airbag Inflate? on page 2-63 . Se your dealer/retailer for service.
ReplacingRestraintSystemParts AfteraCrash

WARNING:
Acrashcandamagetherestraintsystemsinyour vehicle.Adamagedrestraintsystemmaynot properlyprotectthepersonusingit,resultingin seriousinjuryorevendeathinacrash.Tohelp makesureyourrestraintsystemsareworking properlyafteracrash,havetheminspectedand anynecessary replacementsmadeassoonas possible.
If the vehicle has been in acrash, do you need new safety belts or LATCH system (ifequipped) parts?
Afteraveryminorcrash, nothing may be necessary. But the safety belt assembliesthat were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer/retailertohavethesafetybeltassemblies inspected or replaced.
If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash, you may need new LATCH system parts.
Newpartsandrepairsmaybenecessaryevenifthe safetybeltorLATCHsystem(ifequipped),wasnot beingusedatthetimeofthecrash.
Ifanairbaginflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. Seethe part on the air bags system earlier in this section.
Havethesafetybeltpretensionerscheckedifthe vehiclehasbeeninacrash,iftheairbagreadinesslight staysonafterthevehicleisstarted,orwhileyouare driving.SeeAirbagReadinessLight onpage4-25.
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Section3FeaturesandControls
Keys 3-2
RemoteKeylessEntry(RKE)System......3-3
RemoteKeylessEntry(RKE)System
Operation....3-4
Doors and Locks 3-6
DoorLocks....3-6
CentralDoorUnlockingSystem....3-7
DoorAjarReminder....3-7
RearDoorSecurityLocks....3-7
Trunk....3-8
Liftgate(Hatchback)....3-10
Windows 3-12
ManualWindows....3-13
PowerWindows....3-13
SunVisors....3-14
Theft-Deterrent Systems 3-14
Immobilizer....3-14
ImmobilizerOperation....3-14
ContentTheft-Deterrent....3-15
StartingandOperatingYourVehicle....3-17
NewVehicleBreak-In....3-17
IgnitionPositions....3-18
StartingtheEngine....3-19
EngineHeater....3-20
AutomaticTransmissionOperation....3-23
ManualTransmissionOperation....3-26
ParkingBrake....3-28
ShiftingIntoPark(AutomaticTransmission)...3-28
ShiftingOutofPark....3-30
ParkingtheVehicle(ManualTransmission)....3-31
ParkingOverThingsThatBurn....3-31
EngineExhaust....3-32
RunningtheVehicleWhileParked....3-33
Mirrors 3-34
ManualRearviewMirror....3-34
OutsideManualMirrors....3-34
OutsidePowerMirrors....3-35
OutsideConvexMirror....3-35
OutsideHeatedMirrors....3-35
Storage Areas 3-36
GloveBox....3-36
Cupholders....3-36
Sunroof 3-37
Keys

WARNING:
Leavingchildreninavehiclewiththeignitionkey isdangerousformanyreasons,childrenorothers couldbebadlyinjuredorevenkilled. Theycould operatethepowerwindowsorothercontrolso evenmakethevehiclemove. Thewindowswill functionwiththekeysintheignitionandchildren couldbeseriouslyinjuredorkilledifcaughtinthe pathofaclosingwindow.Donotleavethekeysin avehiclewithchildren.

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Thekeyhasakeycodetagthatthedealer/retaileror qualifiedlocksmithcanusetomakenewkeys.Store thisinformationinasafeplace,notinyourvehicle.
Yourvehiclemayhaveanelectronicimmobilizer designedtoprotectyourcaragainsttheft.Ifso,only keyswiththecorrectelectroniccodecanbeused tostartthevehicle.SeeImmobilizerOperation on page 3-14 foradditionalinformation.Ifareplacement keyoranadditionalkeyisneeded,itmustbe purchasedfromyourdealer/retailerorcertified locksmith.
Notice: If you ever lock your keys in the vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle to get in. Besure you have spare keys.
Inanemergency, contactRoadsideAssistance. SeeRoadsideAssistanceProgram on page 8-7 for moreinformation.
RemoteKeylessEntry(RKE)System
See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8-20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and RSS-210/211 of Industry Canada.
Changesormodificationstothissystembyotherthan anauthorizedservicefacilitycouldvoidauthorizationto usethisequipment.
If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range, try this:
- Checkthedistance. Thetransmittermaybetoo farfromthevehicle. Standcloserduringrainyor snowyweather.
- Checkthelocation. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again.
- Checkthetransmitter'sbattery.See"Battery Replacement"laterinthissection.
- If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer/retailer or a qualified technician for service.
RemoteKeylessEntry(RKE)System Operation
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions workup to 65 feet (20 m) away from the vehicle.
There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry(RKE) System on page 3-3.

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(Lock): Presstolockallofthedoors. Ifallofthe doorsandthetrunkorliftgateareclosed, thehazard lampsflashonceandthehornwillsoundtoindicate thatlockinghasoccurredandthetheft-deterrentsystem isactive.
(Unlock): Presstounlockallofthedoors. The hazardlampsflashtwicetoindicate that unlocking has occurred and that the theft-deterrent system is deactivated. If the doors are not opened within 30 secondsthedorswilllock again.
(☐)(Panic)(Hatchback):Presstosoundthepanic alarm.Thehazardlampswillflashandthepanicalarm willstayonforabout30seconds.Pressanyofthe buttonsonthetransmittertoturnoffthealarm.
(Remote Trunk Release)(Sedan): Pressandhold for approximately one second to open the trunk.
TheLEDlight(A)onthetransmitterflasheswhenthe buttonsonthetransmitterarepressed.Ifthelightdoes notflashsee“BatteryReplacement”laterinthissection.
Thebuttonsdonotoperateandthetheft-deterrent systemdoesnotactivateifthekeyisintheignition.
ProgrammingTransmitterstothe Vehicle
OnlyRKEtransmittersprogrammedtothevehiclewill work.Ifatransmitterislostorstolen,areplacement canbepurchasedandprogrammedthroughyour dealer/retailer.Whenthereplacementtransmitter isprogrammedtothevehicle,allremaining transmittersmustalsobeprogrammed.Anylost orstolentransmittersnolongerworkoncethenew transmitterisprogrammed.Eachvehiclecanhave uptofivetransmittersprogrammedtoit.
BatteryReplacement
Replace the battery if the LED on the transmitter does not flash when you press the buttons.
Notice: When replacing the battery, donottouch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.
Toreplacethebattery:
- Removethescrewfromthebackofthecoverand openthecoverofthetransmitter.
- Pullthetransmitteroutofthecoverandcarefully turnthecirclecoverofthetransmitterunit towardopen.
- Removethebattery.
- Insertthenewbattery, positivesidefacingup. Use onethree-volt, CR1620, orequivalent, typebattery.
- Turn the circle cover of the transmitter unit toward close and put the transmitter unit in the cover.
- Putthetwohalvesbacktogetherandreplacethe screw. Makesurethecoversontightly, sowater will not getin.
- Testthetransmitteroperation.
DoorsandLocks DoorLocks

WARNING:
Unlockeddoorscanbedangerous.
- Passengers,especiallychildren,caneasily openthedoorsandfalloutofamoving vehicle.Whenadoorislocked,thehandle willnotopenit.Thechanceofbeingthrown outofthevehicleinacrashisincreasedif thedoorsarenotlocked.So,allpassengers shouldwearsafetybeltsproperlyandthe doorsshouldbelockedwheneverthevehicle isdriven.
- Youngchildrenwhogetintounlockedvehicles maybeunabletogetout.Achildcanbe overcomebyextremeheatandcansuffer permanentinjuriesorevendeathfromheat stroke.Alwayslockthevehiclewhenever leavingit.
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- Outsiderscaneasilyenterthroughan unlockeddoorwhenyouslowdownorstop yourvehicle.Lockingyourdoorscanhelp preventthisfromhappening.
Thereareseveralwaystolockandunlockthevehicle.
Fromtheoutside,useyourkeyortheRemoteKeylessEntry(RKE)transmitter.SeeRemoteKeylessEntry(RKE)SystemOperationonpage3-4.
Tomanuallyunlockthefrontdoorsfromtheoutside, insertthekeyandturnitcounterclockwise.Tomanually lockthedoors,insertthekeyandturnitclockwise.
Alldoors, except forthedriverdoor, can belocked by pushingdownthemanualdoorlock and then closing the door. On vehicles with power locks, the driver door can only be locked from the outside by using the key or the optional RKE transmitter.
Fromtheinside,allofthedoorscanbelockedand unlockedbypushingorpullingthemanualdoorlock locatedoneachdoor.
CentralDoorUnlockingSystem
The vehicle may be equipped with the central door unlockingsystem. This system is activated from the driverdoor.
Fromtheoutside,lockorunlockallthedoorsbyusing eitherthekeyortheRKEtransmitter,ifequipped.From theinside,lockorunlockallthedoorsbyusingthe driverdoorlockswitch.
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UsingtheRearDoorSecurityLock
- Movetheleveruptolock.
2.Closethedoor. - RepeatSteps1 and 2 to the other reardoor lock.
Notice: Pullingtheinsidedoorhandlewhiletherear doorsecuritylocksareengagedcoulddamageyour vehicle. Donotpulltheinsidedoorhandlewhilethe reardoorsecuritylocksareengaged.
Thereardoorsonthevehiclecannotbeopenedfrom theinsidewhilethisfeatureisinuse.
OpeningaRearDoorWhenthe SecurityLockisOn
- Unlockthedoorfromtheinside.
- Openthedorfromtheoutside.
If you donot cancel these security lock, adults or older children whoride in therear will not be able to open the reardoor from the inside.
CancelingtheRearDoorSecurityLock
- Unlockthedoorfromtheinsideandopenthedoor fromtheoutside.
- Movetheleverdowntounlock.
- RepeatSteps1 and 2 to the other reardoor lock.
Thereardoorlockscannowbelockedandunlocked normally.
Trunk
⚠ WARNING:
Exhaustgasescanenterthevehicleifitisdriven withtheliftgate,trunk/hatchopen,orwithany objectsthatpassthroughthesealbetweenthe bodyandthetrunk/hatchorliftgate.Engine exhaustcontainsCarbonMonoxide(CO)which cannotbeseenorsmelled.Itcancause unconsciousnessandevendeath.
If the vehicle must bed driven with the lift gate, or trunk/hatch open:
- Closeallofthewindows.
- Fullyopentheairoutletsonorunderthe instrumentpanel.
- AdjusttheClimateControlsystemtoasetting thatbringsinonlyoutsideairandsetthefan speedtothehighestsetting.SeeClimate ControlSysteminthelndex.
- If the vehicle is equipped with a power lift gate, disable the power lift gate function.
Formoreinformationaboutcarbonmonoxide,see EngineExhaustonpage3-32.
Toopenthetrunkonasedanfromoutsideofthe vehicle, insertthekeyintothelockcylinderandturnthe keyclockwiseorusetheRKEtransmitter, ifequipped. SeeRemoteKeylessEntry(RKE)SystemOperation page 3-4.
RemoteTrunkRelease
Thisfeatureallowsthetrunktobeopenedfrominside thevehicle.thevehiclemayhaveeitherarelease buttonorareleaselever.

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When closing the trunk, close from the center to ensure it fully latches.
Emergency Trunk Release Handle
Notice: Donotusetheemergencytrunkrelease handleasatie-downoranchorpointwhensecuring itemsinthetrunkasitcoulddamagethehandle. Theemergencytrunkreleasehandleisonly intendedtoaidapersontrappedinalatchedtrunk, enablingthemtoopenthetrunkfromtheinside.

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Diagram illustrating a vehicle collision with a person running and a car approaching it, showing a downward arrow and building icons.Thereisaglow-in-the-darkemergencytrunkrelease handlelocatedontheundersideofthetrunklid. This handlewillglowfollowingexposuretolight.Pullthe releasehandledowntoopenthetrunkfromtheinside.
Liftgate(Hatchback)
⚠ WARNING:
Exhaustgasescanenterthevehicleifitisdriven withtheliftgate,trunk/hatchopen,orwithany objectsthatpassthroughthesealbetweenthe bodyandthetrunk/hatchorliftgate.Engine exhaustcontainsCarbonMonoxide(CO)which cannotbeseenorsmelled.Itcancause unconsciousnessandevendeath.
If the vehicle must bed driven with the lift gate, or trunk/hatch open:
- Closeallofthewindows.
- Fullyopentheairoutletsonorunderthe instrumentpanel.
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- AdjusttheClimateControlsystemtoasetting thatbringsinonlyoutsideairandsetthefan speedtothehighestsetting.SeeClimate ControlSysteminthelndex.
- If the vehicle is equipped with a power lift gate, disable the power lift gate function.
Formoreinformationaboutcarbonmonoxide,see EngineExhaustonpage3-32.
Tounlocktheliftgateonahatchbackfromoutsideof thevehicle,insertthekeyinthelockcylinderandturn itcounterclockwiseorusetheRKEtransmitter, ifequipped.

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Diagram showing car door seat adjustment with magnified detail viewThe handle is located above the right side of the license plate. Pull the handle toward you and raise the lift gate.
When closing the lift gate, close from the center to ensure it fully latches.
Tolocktheliftgate, insertthekeyintothelockcylinder andturnitclockwiseorusetheRKEtransmitter, ifequipped.
Theliftgatecanalsobelockedorunlockedbythe centraldoorunlockingsystemorRKEtransmitter, ifequipped.SeeCentralDoorUnlockingSystem on page 3-7 andRemoteKeylessEntry(RKE)System Operationonpage3-4.
Windows

WARNING:
Leavingchildren, helplessadults, orpetsina vehicle with the windowsclosed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries are evendeath from heat stroke. Never leave each child, helpless adult, or a petalone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warmor hot weather.

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Line drawing of a child in a car seat with a 'no' symbol above, no text or labels presentManualWindows
Usethewindowcranktoopenandcloseeachwindow.
Therearwindowsdonotopenfully.
PowerWindows

WARNING:
Leavingchildreninavehiclewiththekeysis dangerousformanyreasons,childrenorothers couldbebadlyinjuredorevenkilled. Theycould operatethepowerwindowsorothercontrolsor evenmakethevehiclemove. Thewindowswill functionandtheycouldbeseriouslyinjuredor killedifcaughtinthepathofaclosingwindow. Donotleavekeysinavehiclewithchildren.
When there are children in there are a seat of the window lock out button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows.

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Diagram of four storage compartments with four labeled icons, no text or symbols presentOnvehicleswithpowerwindows,theswitchesare locatedonthedriverdoor.Inaddition,eachpassenger doorhasaswitchforitsownwindow.
TheignitionmustbeturnedtoON/RUNtousethe powerwindows.Tolowerthewindow,pressandhold theswitch.Toraisethewindow,liftupontheswitch.Releasetheswitchwhenthewindowreachesthe desiredlevel.
WindowLockout

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Symbolic icon of a device with a crossed-out arrow, enclosed in concentric circles (no text or numbers present)Thewindowlockoutis locatedwiththedriver powerwindowswitches.
Pressthelockoutbuttontostoptherearpassengers fromusingtherearwindowswitches. Thedrivercanstill operateallthewindowswiththelockouton.Pressthe lockoutbuttonagaintoreturntonormalwindow operation.
SunVisors
Toblockoutglareyoucanswingdownthesunvisors. Youcanalsoremovethemfromthecentermountand swingthemtotheside.
VisorVanityMirror
The vehicle has vanity mirrors located on the back of the sunvisors. Swing down the sun visor to expose the vanity mirror.
Theft-DeterrentSystems
Vehicletheftisbigbusiness,especiallyinsomecities. Thisvehiclehastheft-deterrentfeatures,however,they donotmakeitimpossibletosteal.
Immobilizer
SeeRadioFrequencyStatement onpage 8-20 forinformationregardingPart15oftheFederal CommunicationsCommission(FCC)Rulesand RSS-210/211ofIndustryCanada.
ImmobilizerOperation
The vehicle may have a passive theft-deterrent system.
Theimmobilizersystempreventsthevehiclefrombeing startedbyanunauthorizedpersonbyisolatingthe powersupplytotheignitionsystem,thefuelpumpand thefuelinjectors.
Thesystemisautomaticallyarmedwhenthekeyis removedfromtheignition. Youdonothavetomanually armordisarmthesystem.
Yourvehiclehasaspecialkeythatworkswiththe theft-deterrentsystem.Thereisatransponderinthe keyheadthatiselectronicallycoded.Thecorrectkey willstartthevehicle.Aninvalidkeyimmobilizesthe engine.Ifyourkeyiseverdamaged,youmaynotbe abletostartyourvehicle.
Whentryingtostartthevehicle,iftheengineedsnot startandthesecuritylightflashesorcomeson,there maybeaproblemwiththetheft-deterrentsystem.Turn theignitionoffandtryagain.
Iftheenginestilldoesnotstart, and the key appear to be undamaged, try another key. At thistime, you may also want to check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 6-87 . If theenginestill does not start with the other key, your vehicle need service. If your vehicle does start, the first key may be faulty. Se your dealer/retailer who can have an new key made.
Upto10keysmaybeprogrammedforthevehicle. Ifyouloseordamageyourkeys,onlyadealer/retailer canhavenewkeysmade.
If you are ever driving and these security light comes on and stay on, you will be able to start the engine if you turn it off. The theft-deterrent system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer/retailer. Your vehicle is not protected by the theft-deterrent system at thistime.
Inanemergency, contactRoadsideAssistance. SeeRoadsideAssistanceProgramonpage8-7.
ContentTheft-Deterrent
Your vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent system.
Thetheft-deterrentsystemwillnotarmwhenyoulock thedoorsusingthekeyorthemanualdoorlock.Itarms onlywhenyouusetheremotekeylessentrytransmitter.
ArmingtheSystem
Toarmthesystem, dothefollowing:
- Closethedoors, thewindows, thehood, and the trunkorliftgate.
Makesurethatthewindowsareclosed,asthe systemcanbearmedevenifthewindows areopen.
- TurnthekeytoLOCK/OFFandremovethekey fromtheignition.
If the key is inserted in the ignition, the transmitter will not arm the theft-deterrent system.
- Lockthedoorsbypassingthelockbuttononthe remotekeylessentrytransmitter.
• TheLEDlightonthetransmitterwillflashonce.
• Allofthedoorswilllock.
- Thehazardwarninglampswillflashonceand thehornwillsound.
- Thesecuritylightwillflashcontinuouslyto indicate that the theft-deterrent system is armed. Theseuritylightis located on the center of the instrument panel near the clock.
To avoid activating the alarm by accident, do one of the following:
- Unlockthedriver'sorpassenger'sfrontdoorusing thekey.
- Presstheunlockbuttonontheremotekeyless entrytransmitter.
Unlockingadooranyotherwaywillactivatethealarm whenadoorothetrunkorliftgateisopened.
If you donotwanttoarmthetheft-deterrentsystem, lock the vehicle using the key orthemanual door locks.
DisarmingtheSystem
Todisarmthesystem,dooneofthefollowing:
- Unlockthedriver'sorpassenger'sfrontdoorusing thekey.
- Presstheunlockbuttonontheremotekeyless entrytransmitter.
-TheLEDlightonthetransmitterwillflashonce.
-Allofthedoorswillunlock.
-Thehazardwarninglampswillflashtwice.
If the door is not opened or if the engine is not started within 30 seconds after disarming the system using the transmitter, all of the door will automatically lock and the theft-deterrent modewill rearm.
HowtheSystemAlarmisActivated
If a door orthetrunkor lift gate is opened without using the key or theremote key less entry transmitter, the horn will sound and the lamp switch for up to 30 seconds.
HowtoTurnOfftheSystemAlarm
If the system alarmisactive, it can be deactivated using one of the following methods:
- Pressoneofthebuttonsontheremotekeyless entrytransmitter.
- Unlockthedriver'sorpassenger'sfrontdoorusing thekey.
Otherwise, the alarm will automatically stop after 30 seconds. The system will then lock the doors and rearm the theft-deterrent system.
HowtoDetectaTamperCondition
If the hazard warning lamps flash once when you press the lock button on theremote key less entry transmitter, the theft-deterrent system alarm was activated while you were away.
StartingandOperatingYour Vehicle
NewVehicleBreak-In
Notice: The vehicle does not need an enzyme break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:
- Donotdriveatanyoneconstantspeed, fastorslow,forthefirst805km(500miles). Donotmakefull-throttlestarts.Avoid downshiftingtobrakeorslowthevehicle.
- Avoidmakinghardstopsforthefirst322km (200miles)orso.Duringthistimethenew brakeliningsarenotyetbrokenin.Hard stopswithnewliningscanmeanpremature wearandearlierreplacement.Followthis breaking-inguidelineeverytimeyougetnew brakelinings.
Followingbreak-in, enginespeedandloadcanbe graduallyincreased.
IgnitionPositions

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LOCK ACC ON STARTTheignitionswitchhas fourdifferentpositions.

WARNING:
Onmanualtransmissionvehicles, turningthekey toLOCK/OFFwilllockthesteeringcolumn and resultinalossofabilitytosteerthevehicle. This could cause acollision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key only to ACC/ACCESSORY. Donot push the key in while the vehicle is moving.
Notice: Usingatooltoforcethekeytoturninthe ignitioncouldcausedamagetotheswitchorbreak thekey. Usethecorrectkey, makesureitisallthe wayin, andturnitonlywithyourhand. If thekey cannotbe turnedbyhand, seeyourdealer/retailer.
LOCK/OFF: Thispositionlocksthesteeringwheel, ignition, shiftleverandtransmission. This is the only position in which you can insert or remove the key.
Thesteeringcanbindwiththewheelsturnedoffcenter. Ifthishappens,movethesteeringwheelfromrightto leftwhileturningthekeytoACC/ACCESSORY.Ifthis doesn'twork,thenthevehicleneedsservice.
ACC/ACCESSORY: This position operates some of the electrical accessories, such as theradio, but not the climate control system.
ON/RUN: This position can be used to operate the electrical accessories, and to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights. Theswitch stays in this position when the engine is running. If you leave the key in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position with the engine off, the battery could be drained. You may not be able to start the vehicle if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period of time.
START: This isthe position that startsthe engine. Whentheengine cranks, releasethe key. The ignition switch returnsto ON/RUN for driving. Donotturn the keyto START if the engine is running.
StartingtheEngine
AutomaticTransmission
MovetheshiftlevertoP(Park)orN(Neutral). The enginewillnotstartinanyotherposition. Torestart theenginewhenthevehicleisalreadymoving, use N(Neutral)only.
Notice: DonottrytoshifttoP(Park)ifthevehicle ismoving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. ShifttoP(Park) only when the vehicle is stopped.
ManualTransmission
TheshiftlevershouldbeinN(Neutral)andtheparking brakeengaged.Holdtheclutchpedaltothefloor and starttheengine.Thevehiclewillnotstartiftheclutch pedalisnotallthewaydown.
StartingProcedure
- With your footoff the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition to START. When the engine cranks, let go of the key. The idlespeed will godownasthe engine gets warm.
ThevehiclehasaComputer-ControlledCranking System.Itassistsinstartingtheengineand protectscomponents.Iftheignitionkeyisturned toSTARTandthenreleasedwhentheengine beginscranking,theenginewillcontinuecranking forafewsecondsoruntiltheenginestarts. Iftheenginedoesnotstartandthekeyisheldin START,crankingwillbestoppedafter15seconds topreventdamage.Topreventgeardamage, crankingisnotallowediftheengineisrunning. Enginecrankingcanbestoppedbyturningthe ignitionkeytoACC/ACCESSORYorLOCK/OFF.
Notice: Holding the key in START for longer than 15 seconds at at timewill causethe battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage the starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining the battery or damaging the starter.
- If the engine does not start, wait about 15 seconds and try again. Wait about 15 seconds between each try.
Whentheenginehasrunabout10secondsto warmup,thevehicleisreadytobedriven.Donot runtheengineathighspeedwhenitiscold.
If the weather is below freezing (0°C or 32°F), let the engineer unforafew minutestowarmup.
- If the engine still will not start, or starts but then stops, it could be flooded with to much gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds. This clear the extragaline from the engine.
Notice: The engine is designed to work with the electronics in the vehicle. If electrical parts or accessories are added, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer/retailer. If you do not, the engine might not perform properly. Any resulting damage would not be recovered by the vehicle warranty.
EngineHeater
Theengineheatercanprovideeasierstarting andbetterfueleconomyduringenginewarm-upin coldweatherconditionsatorbelow-18°C(0°F).
Vehicleswithanengineheatershouldbepluggedinat leastfourhoursbeforestarting. Toassistyouinfinding thecord, thevehiclewillhaveoneofthefollowing designs:
RemovableExtensionCord
- Turnofftheengine.

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Removetheextensioncordfromthetrunk.Open thehoodandconnecttheelectricalcordwiththe extensioncord.
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Plugtheextensioncordintoanormal, grounded 110-VoltACoutlet.

WARNING:
Pluggingthecordintoanungroundedoutlet couldcauseanelectricalshock.Also,thewrong kindofextensioncordcouldoverheatandcause afire.Youcouldbeseriouslyinjured.Plugthe cordintoaproperlygroundedthree-prong 110-voltACoutlet.Ifthecordwillnotreach, useaheavy-dutythree-prongextensioncord ratedforatleast15amps.
- Before starting the engine, besuretounplug both the extension cord and underhoode electrical cord, and store them asthey were before. This will keep them away from moving engine parts, and prevent damage.
Thelengthoftimetheheatershouldremainpluggedin dependsonseveralfactors.Askadealer/retailerinthe areawhereyouwillbeparkingthevehicleforthebest adviceonthis.
AttachedExtensionCord
- Turnofftheengine.

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3.Plugitintoanormal,grounded110-VoltACoutlet.
WARNING:
Pluggingthecordintoanungroundedoutlet couldcauseanelectricalshock. Also, the wrong kindofextensioncordcouldoverheatandcause afire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-voltACoutlet. If the cord will not reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.
- Before starting the engine, besuretounplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you donot it could be damaged.
Thelengthoftimetheheatershouldremainpluggedin dependsonseveralfactors.Askadealer/retailerinthe areawhereyouwillbeparkingthevehicleforthebest adviceonthis.
AutomaticTransmissionOperation

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PR ND₄ 2 1If the vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever is located on the console between these seats.
Movementbetween certain positions requires pushing therelease button on the front of the shifter.
P(Park): This position lock the front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily.

WARNING:
It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll.
Donotleavethevehiclewhentheengineis runningunlessyouhaveto.Ifyouhaveleftthe engineerunning,thevehiclecanmovesuddenly. Youorotherscouldbeinjured.Tobesurethe vehiclewillnotmove,evenwhenyouareonfairly levelground,alwayssettheparkingbrakeand movetheshiftlevertoP(Park).SeeShiftingInto Park(AutomaticTransmission)onpage3-28.
Ensure that the shift lever is fully in P (Park) before starting the engine. The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to apply the brake pedal before you can shift from P (Park) when the key is on ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out of P (Park) while holding the brake pedal down, see Shifting Out of Park on page 3-30.
R(Reverse): Usethisgeartobackup.
WhenshiftingfromN(Neutral)toR(Reverse),youneed toapplythebrakepedalandpushthereleasebuttonon thefrontoftheshifter.
Notice: ShiftingtoR(Reverse)whilethevehicleis movingforwardcoulddamagethetransmission. Therepairswouldnotbecoveredbythevehicle warranty.ShifttoR(Reverse)onlyafterthevehicle isstopped.
Torockthevehiclebackandforthtogetoutofsnow, iceorsandwithoutdamagingthetransmission,see IfYourVehicleisStuckinSand,Mud,Ice,orSnow page 5-14.
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N(Neutral): In this position, the engine does not connect with the wheels. To start the engine while the vehicle is already moving, use N(Neutral) only. Also, use N(Neutral) when the vehicle is being towed.

WARNING:
Shiftingintoadrivegearwhiletheengineis runningathighspeedisdangerous.Unlessyour footisfirmlyonthebrakepedal,thevehiclecould moveveryrapidly.Youcouldlosecontrolandhit peopleorobjects.Donotshiftintoadrivegear whiletheengineisrunningathighspeed.
Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the engineer running at high speed may damage the transmission. There pairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Besure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting the vehicle.
D4(AutomaticOverdrive): Thispositionisfornormal driving.
When operating the vehicle in severe cold conditions, the transmission may be prevented from shifting into D4 gear until the transmission fluid has warmed up to its operational temperature.
Notice: If the vehicle seem to start up rather slowly or not shift gears when you go faster, and you continue to drivethe vehicle that way, you could damage the transmission. Have the vehicle serviced right away. You can drive in 2 (Second) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 km/h) and D4 (Automatic Overdrive) for higher speeds until then.
2(Second): This position gives you more power but lower fueleconomy. You can use 2 (Second) on hills. It can help control vehicles speed a young godown steep mountain roads, while using the brakes off and on.
Notice: Donotdrivein2(Second)atspeeds over65mph(105km/h), oryoucandamagethe transmission. UseD4(AutomaticOverdrive) as muchas possible. Donotshiftinto2(Second) unless you are goingslowerthan65mph(105km/h) oryoucandamagetheengine.
1(First): Thispositiongivesyouevenmorepowerbut lowerfueleconomythan2(Second). Youcanuseiton verysteephills, orindeepsnowormud. If the shift leverisputin1(First), the transmission will not shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
Notice: Spinningthetiresorholdingthevehiclein oneplaceonahillusingonlytheacceleratorpedal maydamagethetransmission. Therepairwillnotbe coveredbythevehiclewarranty.Ifyouarestuck,do notspinthetires.Whenstoppingonahill,usethe brakestoholdthevehicleinplace.
If there is a malfunction with the automatic transmission, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) or the HOLD indicator light will turn on or flash. See Malfunction Indicator Lampon page 4-31.
Havethevehiclefixedassoonaspossible.
HoldMode
If the vehicle's transmission hashold mode, you can select this modeto allow the automatic transmission to stay in specific gear range.

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Line drawing of a car gear shift lever with a black arrow pointing to the mode (no text or symbols present)PresstheHOLDbuttonontheshiftleverconsoletoturn onholdmode.TheHOLDlightontheinstrumentpanel clusterwillturnon.Pressthebuttonagaintoturnoff holdmode,andreturntonormalautomatictransmission operation.
Whenholdmodeisactivated, the transmissionrunsas follows:
| SelectorLeverPositionGear | Range |
| D4ThirdGear | |
| 2SecondGear | |
| 1FirstGear |
SeeHoldModeLightonpage4-29.
WhenHoldModeisselectedinD4(Drive), the transmissionisheldin3(Third)gear, whichlocksout D4(Drive). This allows forengine braking when slowing from higherspeeds.
WhenHoldModeisselectedin2(Second), the transmissionwillstartin2(Second)gearinsteadof 1(First), helpingtoreducewheelspinwhenstarting outonslippery surfacesuchassnow,mudorice.
SincselectingHoldModeinD4(Drive)locksthe transmissionin3(Third), and preventsdownshiftsto 2(Second)or1(First), accelerationfromastopornear stopondrypavementwillbeslowerthanexpected. HoldModeshouldnotbeselectedduringthese situations.
ManualTransmissionOperation Five-Speed

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1(First): Presstheclutchpedalandshiftinto1(First). Then, slowlyletupontheclutchpedalasyoupressthe acceleratorpedal.
Youcanshiftinto1(First)whenyouaregoinglessthan 20mph(32km/h).Ifyouhavecometoacompletestop anditishardtoshiftinto1(First),puttheshiftleverin N(Neutral)andletupontheclutch.Presstheclutch pedalbackdown.Thenshiftinto1(First).
2(Second): Presstheclutchpedalasyouletuponthe acceleratorpedalandshiftinto2(Second). Then, slowly letupontheclutchpedalasyoupresstheaccelerator pedal.
3(Third),4(Fourth)and5(Fifth):Shiftinto3(Third), 4(Fourth)and5(Fifth),thesamewayyoudofor 2(Second).Slowlyletupontheclutchpedalasyou presstheacceleratorpedal.
Tostop, letupon the accelerator pedaland press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedaland the brake pedal, and shift to N(Neutral).
N(Neutral): Usethispositionwhenyoustartoridlethe engine.
R(Reverse): Tobackup, pressdowntheclutch pedal, liftuptheringontheshiftleverandshiftinto R(Reverse). Letupontheclutchpedalslowlywhile pressingtheacceleratorpedal.
Notice: ShiftingtoR(Reverse)whilethevehicleis movingforwardcoulddamagethetransmission. Therepairswouldnotbecoveredbythevehicle warranty.ShifttoR(Reverse)onlyafterthevehicle isstopped.
Also, useR(Reverse), alongwiththeparkingbrake, for parkingthevehicle.
ShiftSpeeds

WARNING:
If you skip a page when you down shift, you could lose control of the vehicle. You could injure yourself for others. Don't shift down more than one gear at a time when you down shift.
Up-ShiftLight

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Simple upward-pointing arrow symbol inside a rectangular frame (no text or labels)Vehiclesequipped with amanualtransmission mayhaveanup-shiftlight. Thislight indicates when toshifttothenexthigher gearforbetterfuel economy.
Forthebestfueleconomy, accelerateslowlyandshift whenthelightcomeson, andiftheweather, road, and trafficconditionsallow.
Itisnormalforthelighttogoonandoffifthe acceleratorpositionchangesquickly.Ignorethe lightduringdownshifts.
ParkingBrake

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Line drawing of a hand holding a pen, with a small object partially visible on the right (no text or symbols)Theparkingbrakeleverislocatedbetweenthebucket seats.
Tosettheparkingbrake, holdthebrakepedaldown and pullupontheparkingbrakelever. If the ignition is on, the brakesystem warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Lighton page 4-28.
Toreleasetheparkingbrake, holdthebrakepedal down. Pulltheparkingbrakeleverupuntilyoucan pressthereleasebutton. Holdthereleasebuttonin asyoumovethebrakeleverallthewaydown.
Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brakesystem and cause premature wear ordamagetobrakesystemparts. Makesure that the parking brake is fully released and the brakewarning light is off before driving.
ShiftingIntoPark(Automatic Transmission)
WARNING:
Itcanbedangeroustogetoutofthevehicleifthe shiftleverisnotfullyinP(Park)withtheparking brakefirmlyset.Thevehiclecanroll.Ifyouhave lefttheengine running,thevehiclecanmove suddenly.Youorotherscouldbeinjured.Tobe surethevehiclewillnotmove,evenwhenyouare onfairlylevelground,usethestepsthatfollow.
- Hold the brake pedaldown and set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 3-28 form more information.
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MovetheshiftleverintoP(Park) bypassing the buttonontheshiftleverandpushingtheleverall thewaytowardthefrontofthevehicle.
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TurntheignitionkeytoLOCK/OFF.
- Removethekeyandtakeitwithyou.Ifyoucan leavethevehiclewiththeignitionkeyinyourhand, thevehicleisinP(Park).
LeavingtheVehicleWiththeEngine Running(AutomaticTransmission)

WARNING:
Itcanbedangeroustoleavethevehiclewiththe engineerunning. The vehicle could moves suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engineer running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Donot leave the vehicle with the engine running.
If you havetoleavethe vehicle with the engineer running, besurethe vehicle is in P (Park) and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you havemoved the shift lever into P (Park), hold the brake pedaldown. Then see if you can mov the shift lever away from P (Park) without first pushing the shift lock release button. If you can, it mean that the shift lever was not fully locked into P (Park).
TorqueLock(AutomaticTransmission)
If you are parking on a hill and you don't shift your transmission into P (Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put to much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find difficult top up the shiftlever out of P (Park). This is called "torquelock." Top prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into P (Park) properly before you leave the driver seat. To find out how, see Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission) on page 3-28.
Whenyouarereadytodrive, movetheshiftleveroutof P(Park)beforeyoureleasetheparkingbrake.
Iftorquelockdoesoccur,youmayneedtohave anothervehiclepushyoursalittleuphilltotakesomeof thepressurefromtheparkingpawlinthetransmission, soyoucanpulltheshiftleveroutofP(Park).
ShiftingOutofPark
Vehicleswithanautomatictransmissionhaveashift interlocksystem.Youhavetoapplythebrakepedal beforeyoucanshiftfromP(Park)whentheignitionisin theON/RUNposition.SeeAutomaticTransmissionOperationonpage3-23.
If you cannot shift out of P (Park) while holding the brake pedaldown, try this:
- Settheparkingbrake.
- Turntheignitionoffandremovethekey.
- Removetheholecoverfromtheshiftlockslotby pryingitoffusingasmall, flatobject. Theshiftlock releaseslotislocatedatthetopoftheshiftlever.

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Line drawing of a car gear shift lever with a black arrow indicating the direction (no text or symbols present)- Insertthekeyintotheshiftlockslotandpressand holdthekey.
5.ShifttoN(Neutral). - Removethekeyfromtheslot, insertthekeyinto theignitionandstarttheengine.
- Replacetheshift-lockreleaseslotcover.
- Apply and hold the brake pedalfully and release the parking brake.
9.Shifttothegearyouwant.
10.Havethevehiclefixedassoonasyoucan.
ParkingtheVehicle (ManualTransmission)
Beforeleavingthevehicle,dothefollowing:
- Hold the brake pedaldown and firmly apply the parking brake.
- Fullypressintheclutchpedalandplacetheshift leverintothegearpositionasstatedbelow:
- Whenparkingonlevelground, placetheshift leverintoN(Neutral).
- Whenparkingdownhill, placetheshiftleverin R(Reverse).
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Whenparkinguphill, placetheshiftleverin 1(First).
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Aftershifting, turntheignition to LOCK/OFF, removethekey and releasethe clutch.
ParkingOverThingsThatBurn

WARNING:
Thingsthatcanburncouldtouchhotexhaust partsunderthevehicleandignite.Donotpark overpapers,leaves,drygrass,orotherthingsthat canburn.
EngineExhaust

WARNING:
EngineexhaustcontainsCarbonMonoxide(CO) which cannot be seenorsmelled. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and devendeath.
Exhaustmayenterthevehicleif:
- The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation (parking garages, tunnels, deep snow that may block under body airflow or tail pipes).
• Theexhaustsmellsorsoundsstrangeor different. - Theexhaustsystemleaksduetocorrosionor damage.
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- The vehicle's exhaust system has been modified, damaged or improperly repaired.
- Thereareholesoropeningsinthevehicle bodyfromdamageorafter-market modificationsthatarenotcompletelysealed.
Ifunusualfumesaredetectedorifitissuspected thatexhaustiscomingintothevehicle:
- Driveitonlywiththewindows completelydown.
• Havethevehiclerepairedimmediately.
Neverparkthevehiclewiththeengineerunningin anenclosedareasuchasagarageorabuilding thathasnofreshairventilation.
RunningtheVehicleWhileParked
Itisbetternottoparkwiththeengineerunning.Butifyou everhaveto,herearesomethingstoknow.

WARNING:
Idlingvehicleinanenclosedareawithpoor ventilationisdangerous.Engineexhaustmay enterthevehicle.Engineexhaustcontains CarbonMonoxide(CO)whichcannotbeseen orsmelled.Itcancauseunconsciousnessand evendeath.Neverruntheengineinanenclosed areathathasnofreshairventilation.Formore information,seeEngineExhaustonpage3-32.

WARNING:
Itcanbedangeroustogetoutofthevehicleifthe automatictransmissionshiftleverisnotfullyin P(Park)withtheparkingbrakefirmlyset. The vehiclecanroll.Donotleavethevehiclewhenthe engineisrunningunlessyouhaveto.Ifyouhave lefttheengine running,thevehiclecanmove suddenly.Youorotherscouldbeinjured.Tobe surethevehiclewillnotmove,evenwhenitison fairlylevelground,alwayssettheparkingbrake andmovetheautomatictransmissionshiftleverto P(Park),orthemanualtransmissionshiftleverto Neutral.
Follow the proper step to be sure the vehicle will not move. If the vehicle has an automatic transmission, see Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission) on page 3-28.
Mirrors
ManualRearviewMirror
Holdtheinsiderearviewmirrorinthecentertomoveit foraclearerviewbehindyourvehicle.Adjustthemirror toavoidglarefromtheheadlampsbehindyou.Pushthe tabforwardfordaytimeuseandpullitfornighttimeuse.
OutsideManualMirrors
Adjustthemirrorstoseealittleofthesideofyour vehicle.

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Line drawing of a car door handle with a key inserted, showing no text or symbolsControlsfortheoutsidemanualmirrorsarelocatednext toeachmirror.
Manuallyfoldthemirrorsinwardtopreventdamage whengoingthroughanautomaticcarwash.Tofold, pushthemirrortowardthevehicle.Pushthemirror outward, toreturnittotheoriginalposition.
OutsidePowerMirrors

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Simple line drawing of a circular component with directional arrows and a segmented body (no text or symbols)The control is located on the instrument panel, left of the steering wheel.
TheignitionmustbeturnedtoON/RUNtoadjustthe mirrors.
Toadjustthemirrors:
- Selectthemirroryouwanttoadjustbymoving theselectorswitchtoLforthedriversidemirror orRforthepassengersidemirror.
- Pressoneofthefourarrowslocatedonthecontrol padtomovethemirrortothedesireddirection.
Manuallyfoldthemirrorsinwardtopreventdamage whengingthroughanautomaticcarwash.Tofold, pushthemirrortowardthevehicle.Pushthemirror outward,toreturntoitsoriginalposition.
OutsideConvexMirror

WARNING:
Aconvexmirrorcanmakethings,likeother vehicles,lookfartherawaythantheyreallyare. Ifyoucuttoosharplyintotherightlane,youcould hitvehicleontheright.Checktheinsidemirror orglanceoveryourshoulderbeforechanging lanes.
Thepassengersidemirrorisconvexshaped.Aconvex mirror'ssurfaceiscurvedsomorecanbeseenfromthe driverseat.
OutsideHeatedMirrors
Forvehicleswiththisfeature:
(RearWindowDefogger):Presstoheatthe mirrors.See“RearWindowandOutsideMirror Defogger”underClimateControlSystem onpage 4-16 formoreinformation.
StorageAreas

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Diagram illustrating a robotic arm joint with a tool inserted into a component, showing a black arrow indicating movement direction.The vehicle may have shopping bag hooks one each front seat back. Lift the head rest to access the hooks.
GloveBox
Liftuponthegloveboxlevertoopenit.
Cupholders

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Technical line drawing of a mechanical bracket with two circular cutouts and an arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)Twocupholdersarelocatedinthecenterinstrument panel,belowtheclimatecontrolsystem.Tousethe cupholder,pushinonthecover,thenpullitout.After use,pushinthecupholderuntillatches.
Thereisalsoacupholderlocatedintherearofthe centerconsole.
Sunroof

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Simple line drawing of a rectangular device with grid and directional arrows (no text or symbols)Onvehicleswiththis feature,theswitchis locatedontheheadliner betweenthesunvisors.
Thesunroofonlyoperateswhentheignitionisturnedto ON/RUN. Thesunroofcanbeopenedtoaventposition oritcanbeopenedalloftheway.
Toopenthesunrooftotheventposition, open the sunshade. Then press and hold the riverside of the switch. Toclosethesunroof, press and hold the passengers side of the switch until the sun roof reaches the desired position.
Tofullyopenthesunroof, pressandholdthepassenger sideoftheswitch. Thesunshadeopenswiththe sunroof. Toclosethesunroof, pressandholdthedriver sideoftheswitch. Thesunroofwillstopiftheswitchis releasedduringoperation. Closethesunshade manually.
In both the event and fully open positions, the airflow can be adjusted by pushing and holding the switch until the sunroof movestothed desired position.
Thesunroofcannotbeopenedorclosedifthevehicle hasanelectricalfailure.
Dirtanddebrismaycollectonthesunroofsealorinthe tracksthatcouldcauseanissuewithsunroofoperation, noiseorplugthewaterfrainagesystem.Periodically openthesunroofandremoveanyobstaclesorloose debris.Wipethesunroofsealandroofsealingarea usingacleancloth,mildsoap,andwater.Donot removegreasefromsunroof.
NOTES
Section4InstrumentPanel
Instrument Panel Overview 4-3
HazardWarningFlashers....4-3
Horn....4-3
TiltWheel....4-3
TurnSignal/MultifunctionLever....4-4
TurnandLane-ChangeSignals....4-4
HeadlampHigh/Low-BeamChanger......4-5
Flash-to-Pass....4-5
WindshieldWipers....4-6
WindshieldWasher....4-7
RearWindowWiper/Washer....4-8
CruiseControl....4-8
ExteriorLamps....4-11
DaytimeRunningLamps(DRL)....4-12
FogLamps....4-12
InstrumentPanelBrightness....4-13
DomeLamp....4-13
InadvertentPowerBatterySaver......4-13
AccessoryPowerOutlet(s)......4-14
Ashtray(s)andCigaretteLighter....4-15
Clock....4-15
Climate Controls 4-16
ClimateControlSystem....4-16
OutletAdjustment....4-19
PassengerCompartmentAirFilter......4-19
WarningLights,Gauges,andIndicators......4-21
InstrumentPanelCluster....4-22
SpeedometerandOdometer....4-23
TripOdometer....4-23
Tachometer....4-23
SafetyBeltReminders....4-24
AirbagReadinessLight....4-25
PassengerAirbagStatusIndicator....4-26
ChargingSystemLight....4-27
Up-ShiftLight....4-27
BrakeSystemWarningLight....4-28
AntilockBrakeSystem(ABS)WarningLight...4-29
HoldModeLight....4-29
EngineCoolantTemperatureGauge......4-30
TirePressureLight....4-30
MalfunctionIndicatorLamp....4-31
OilPressureLight....4-33
ChangeEngineOilLight....4-34
FogLampLight....4-35
CruiseControlLight....4-35
HighbeamOnLight....4-35
DaytimeRunningLamps(DRL)Indicator Light....4-35
DoorAjarLight....4-36
FuelGauge....4-36
LowFuelWarningLight....4-37
Section4InstrumentPanel
Trip Computer 4-38
Audio System(s) 4-39
AM-FMRadio....4-40
RadiowithCD....4-45
RadiowithSix-DiscCD....4-53
UsinganMP3....4-61
XMRadioMessages....4-63
AudioSteeringWheelControls....4-64
RadioReception....4-65
FixedMastAntenna(Hatchback)......4-65
BackglassAntenna(Sedan)......4-66
Multi-BandAntenna....4-66
InstrumentPanelOverview
HazardWarningFlashers
Thehazardwarningflasherbuttonislocatedtotheright oftheclimatecontrolsystemonthesedan.
△HazardWarningFlasher:Presstomakethefront andrearturnsignallampsflashonandoff.Thiswarns othersthatyouarehavingtrouble.Pressthebutton againtoturntheflashersoff.
Whenthehazardwarningflashersareon, theturn signalswillnotwork.
Horn
Pressnearoronthehornsymbolsonthesteering wheelpadtosoundthehorn.
TiltWheel

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Illustration of a hand holding a small object with directional arrows indicating movement or force (no text or symbols)Thetiltwheelleveris locatedunderthesteering column,slightlytotheleft.
Toadjustthesteeringwheel:
- Pulltheleverdown.
- Movethesteeringwheelupordownintoa comfortableposition.
- Pulltheleveruptolockthewheelinplace.
Donotadjustthetiltleverwhiledriving.
TurnSignal/MultifunctionLever

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Diagram of a cable connector with labeled ports and directional arrows indicating orientationTheleverontheleftsideofthesteeringcolumn includesthefollowing:
←→:TurnandLane-ChangeSignals
ED:HeadlampHigh/Low-BeamChanger
ExteriorLightControl
0:FogLamps,ifequipped
Flash-to-PassFeature.
Informationforthesefeaturesisonthepagesfollowing.
TurnandLane-ChangeSignals

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Two black arrows pointing in opposite directions on a white background (no text or symbols)Anarrowontheinstrumentpanelclusterflashesinthe directionoftheturnorlanechange.
Movetheleverallthewayupordowntosignalaturn.
Raiseorlowertheleveruntilthearrowstartstoflashto signalalanechange. Holditthereuntilthelanechange iscompleted.
Theleverreturnstoitsstartingpositionwheneveritis released.
Ifaftersignalingaturnoralanechangethearrow flashesrapidlyordoesnotcomeon,asignalbulbmay beburnedout.
Havethebulbsreplaced.Ifthebulbisnotburnedout, checkthefuse.SeeFusesandCircuitBreakers on page6-87.
HeadlampHigh/Low-BeamChanger
Theheadlampsmustbeonforthisfeaturetowork.
Pushtheturnsignalleverawayfromyoutoturnthe highbeamson.
Thisinstrumentpanelclusterlight D comesonwhile thehighbeamsareonandtheignitionisturnedto ON/RUN.
Pullthelevertowardsyoutoreturntolowbeams.
Flash-to-Pass
Thisfeatureisusedtosignaltothevehicleaheadthat youwanttopass.
Pulltheturnsignal/multifunctionlevertowardsyouuntil thehigh-beamheadlampscomeon,thenreleasethe levertoturnthemoff.
WindshieldWipers

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HOT LO HOT OFF SLOWHatchbackshown
Theleverislocatedontherightsideofthesteering column. TheignitionmustbeturnedtoON/RUNto operatethewindshieldwipers.
Movethelevertooneofthefollowingpositions:
HI(HighSpeed):Fastwipes.
LO(LowSpeed):Slowwipes.
INT(Intermittent):Movetothispositionfordelayed wipingcycle.Turnthebandonthewindshieldwiper towardFASTorSLOWforashorterorlongerdelay betweenwipes.Thewiperspeedcanonlybeadjusted whentheleverisintheINTposition.
OFF:Turnsthewindshieldwipersoff.
MistingFunction
MovethelevertowardINTforasinglewipingcycle. Holditthereuntilthewindshieldwipersstart;thenlet go.Thewindshieldwiperswillstopafteronewipe. Ifmorewipesareneeded,holdthebandtowardINT longer.
Cleariceandsnowfromthewiperbladesbeforeusing them.Iffrozentothewindshield,carefullyloosenor thawthem.Damagedwiperbladesshouldbereplaced. SeeWindshieldWiperBladeReplacement on page 6-50.
Heavysnoworicecanoverloadthewipers.Acircuit breakerstopsthemuntilthemotorcools.
WindshieldWasher
Tousethisfeature,theignitionmustbeturnedto ON/RUN.Pullthewindshieldwasher/wiperlevertoward youtospraywasherfluidonthewindshield.
Thespraycontinuesuntiltheleverisreleased. The wiperswillrunafewtimesandeitherstoporwill resumeatthespeedbeingusedpreviously.See WindshieldWasherFluid onpage6-33 forinformation onfillingthewindshieldwasherfluid.

WARNING:
Infreezingweather, donotuse your washer until the windshield diswarmed. Otherwisethewasher fluid can form mice on the windshield, blocking your vision.
RearWindowWiper/Washer

WARNING:
Infreezingweather, donotuse your washer until the windshield diswarmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form mice on the windshield, blocking your vision.
The vehicle may have a rear window wiper/washer.
Turntherearwiper/washerbandtooperatetherear windowwiper/washer.
OFF: Turnstherearwindowwiper/washeroff.
☐:Turnstherearwiperonforintermittentwipes.
Sprayswasherfluidontotherearwindowandthe wiperoperatescontinuously.
Thewindshieldwasherreservoirisusedforthe windshieldandrearwindow.Checkthefluidlevelif eitherwasherisnotworking.SeeWindshieldWasher Fluidonpage6-33.
CruiseControl
Forvehicleswithcruisecontrol,aspeedofabout 39km/h(24mph)ormorecanbemaintainedwithout keepingyourfootontheaccelerator.Cruisecontrol doesnotworkatspeedsbelow39km/h(24mph).
Whenthebrakesareapplied,ortheclutchpedalifyou haveamanualtransmission,thecruisecontrolturnsoff.

WARNING:
Cruisecontrolcanbedangerouswhereyou cannotdrivesafelyatasteadyspeed.So,donot usethecruisecontrolonwindingroadsorin heavytraffic.
Cruisecontrolcanbedangerousonslippery roads. Onsuchroads, fastchangesintiretraction can cause excessive wheelslip, and you could lose control. Donotusecruisecontrol onslippery roads.

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RES + SET -Thecruisecontrolbuttons arelocatedontheright sideofthesteeringwheel.
/ (On/Off): Press to turn the cruise control on oroff.
RES+(Resume/Accelerate):Presstomakethe vehicleaccelerateorresumetoapreviouslysetspeed.
SET-(Set/Coast): Presstosetthespeedormakethe vehicledecelerate.
SettingCruiseControl

WARNING:
If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don't want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.
- Press / to turn cruise control on.
2.Acceleratetothespeeddesired. - PresstheSET-buttonandreleaseit. Thecruise controllightcomesonintheinstrumentpanel clustertoshowthatthecruisecontrolison.
- Take your foot off the accelerate pedal.
ResumingaSetSpeed
If the cruise control lissetto adesired speed and then the brakes are applied, or the clutch pedalify you have a manual transmission, the cruise control shut so off. But it does not need to be reset.
Oncethevehicleisgoingabout39km/h(24mph)or more,brieflypresstheRES+button. Thevehicle returnstothepreviouslysetspeedandstaysthere.
IftheRES+buttonisheld, thevehiclespeedwill continuetoincreaseuntilthebuttonisreleasedorthe brakepedalisapplied.DonotholdintheRES+button, unlessyouwantthevehicletogofaster.
IncreasingSpeedWhileUsingCruise Control
Therearetwowaystogotoahigherspeed.
- Usetheacceleratorpedaltogettoahigherspeed. PresstheSET-button, thenreleasethebutton and the acceleratorpedal.
- PresstheRES+button. Holditthereuntilthe desiredspeedisreached, and thenreleaseit. To increasethevehiclespeedinsmallamounts, brieflypresstheRES+buttonandthenreleaseit. Eachtimethisisdone, thevehiclegoesabout 1.6km/h(1mph)faster.
Theacceleratefeatureonlyworksafterthecruise controlisturnedonbypassingtheSET-button.
ReducingSpeedWhileUsingCruise Control
There are twowaystoreducethe vehiclespeed while using cruise control:
- PresstheSET-buttonuntilthelowerspeed desiredisreached,thenreleaseit.
- Toslowdowninsmallamounts,brieflypressthe SET-button.Eachtimethisisdone,thevehicle goesabout1.6km/h(1mph)slower.
PassingAnotherVehicleWhileUsing CruiseControl
Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, the vehicles slows down to the cruise control speed set earlier.
UsingCruiseControlonHills
Howwellthecruisecontrolworksonhillsdependsupon thevehiclespeed,load,andthesteepnessofthehills. Whengoingupsteephills,youmighthavetostepon theacceleratorpedaltomaintainthevehicle'sspeed. Whengoingdownhill,youmighthavetobrakeorshift toalowergeartokeepthevehicle'sspeeddown.When thebrakesareappliedthecruisecontrolturnsoff.
EndingCruiseControl
Therearetwowaystoturnoffthecruisecontrol:
- Steplightlyonthebrakepedal,orpresstheclutch pedal,ifyouhaveamanualtransmission.
- Press 📋/onthecruisecontrolpad.
ErasingSpeedMemory
Thecruisecontrolsetspeedmemoryiserasedwhen thecruisecontrolortheignitionisturnedoff.
ExteriorLamps

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Diagram of a cable connector with labeled buttons and directional arrows indicating motion or movementUplevelshown, Basesimilar
Theleverontheleftsideofthesteeringcolumn operatestheexteriorlamps.
The exterior lamp band has three repositions:
ID(Headlamps): Turnsontheheadlamps, together with the following:
- Taillamps
- LicensePlateLamp
- InstrumentPanelLights
- ParkingLamps
Theheadlampsautomaticallyturnoffwhentheignition keyisturnedtoLOCK/OFForACC/ACCESSORY.
300(ParkingLamps): Turnsontheparkinglamps, togetherwiththetaillamps, licenseplatelamp, and instrumentpanellights.
OFF:Turnsallthelampsoff,excepttheDaytime RunningLamps(DRL).
DaytimeRunningLamps(DRL)
DaytimeRunningLamps(DRL)canmakeiteasierfor otherstoseethefrontofyourvehicleduringtheday. Fullyfunctionaldaytimerunninglampsarerequiredon allvehiclesfirstsoldinCanada.
The DRL system make the head lamps come on when the following conditions are met:
• Theignitionison.
- TheexteriorlampbandisinOFForintheparking lampposition.
• Theparkingbrakeisreleased.
Anindicatorlightoninstrumentpanelclustercomeson whentheDRLsystemison.
WhentheDRLsystemison,thetaillamps,sidemarker lamps,parkinglampsandinstrumentpanellightsdonot comeonunlesstheexteriorlampscontrolisturnedto theparkinglamporheadlampposition.
The DRL system turn soff when none of the following conditions are met:
• Theignitionisoff.
• Theparkingbrakeison.
• Thehigh-beamheadlampsareon.
• Thelow-beamheadlampsareon.
• Theflash-to-passfeatureisused.
Theregularheadlampsystemshouldbeusedwhen needed.
FogLamps
Forvehicleswithfoglamps,theyarecontrolledbythe #Obandlocatedonthemiddleoftheturnsignal/multifunctionlever.
Tousethefoglamps, theignitionmustbe turned to ON/RUN and thelow-beamheadlamps or parking lamps must be on.
Turnthebandto #Ototurnthefoglampson.Theband automaticallyreturnstoitsstartingpositionwhen released.Thefoglampindicatorlightcomesoninthe instrumentpanelcluster.SeeFogLampLight on page 4-35.
Toturnthefoglampsoff,turnthebandto #Dagain.The foglampindicatorlightwillgooff.
Thefoglampswillalsoturnoffwhenthehigh-beam headlampsareturnedon.Whenthehigh-beam headlampsareturnedoff,thefoglampswillturnon again.
Somelocalitieshavelawsthatrequiretheheadlampsto beonalongwiththefoglamps.
InstrumentPanelBrightness
Thisfeaturecontrolsthebrightnessoftheinstrument panellights.

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DomeLamp
The vehicle has adomelamp located in the overhead console.
Movetheswitchtothefollowingpositions:
ON: Thelightcomesonandstayson.
●(Door): Thelightcomesonwhenadoorisopened. Thelightturnsoffwhenallthedoorsareclosed.
OFF: Thelightremainsoffevenwhenadooris opened.
Besurealldoorsandtrunklidorhatcharecompletely closedorthebatterymaydrain.
InadvertentPowerBatterySaver
Thisfeatureisdesignedtoprotectthevehicle'sbattery againstdrainage. If the exterior lamps control is left in the 00 or D position, the key is removed and the driver door is opened, the lightswill turnoff automatically.
If the key is removed and the driver door is opened while the domelampison, the domelamp will not turn off automatically.
AccessoryPowerOutlet(s)
Accessorypoweroutletscanbeusedtoplogin auxiliaryelectricalequipment, such as acellularphone.
Theaccessorypoweroutletislocatednexttothe parkingbrakeonthecenterconsole.
Tousetheaccessorypoweroutlet,removethe protectivecap.Whennotinuse,alwayscovertheoutlet withtheprotectivecap.Theaccessorypoweroutletis operationalwhentheignitionisturnedtoACC/ACCESSORYorON/RUN.
Notice:Leavingelectricalequipmentonfor extendedperiodswilldrainthebattery.Alwaysturn offelectricalequipmentwhennotinuseanddonot pluginequipmentthatexceedsthe maximumamperagerating.
Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer/retailer for additional information on accessory power outlets.
Notice: Adding any electricalequipment to the vehiclecandamageitor keep other components from working asthey should. Therepairswould not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Donot use equipment exceeding maximum amperagerating of 20 amperes. Check with your dealer/retailer before adding electricalequipment.
When adding electricalequipment, besuretofollow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment.
Notice:Improperuseofthepoweroutletcancause damagenotcoveredbythevehiclewarranty.Donot hanganytypeofaccessoryoraccessorybracket fromtheplugbecausethepoweroutletsare designedforaccessorypowerplugsonly.
Ashtray(s)andCigaretteLighter
Theashtrayislocatedatthelowerpartofthecenter instrumentpanel. Toremovethefrontashtrayfor cleaning, opentheashtrayfully, pressintheretaining tabandpullthebinout.
Notice: If papers, pins, or other flammable items are put in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or others smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage the vehicle. Never put flammable items in the ashtray.
Thecigarettelighterislocatedtotherightofthe frontashtray.Touseit,turntheignitionto ACC/ACCESSORYorON/RUN,pushthecigarette lighterinallthewayandletgo.Whenitisready, itwillpopbackout.
Electricalaccessoriesmaynotbecompatiblewiththe cigarettelighterandcouldresultinblownvehicleor adapterfuses.Ifyouexperienceaproblemseeyour dealer/retailerforadditionalinformation.
Notice: Holding acigarettelighterinwhileitis heating will not allow the lightertobackaway from the heating element when it is shot. Damage from overheating may occur to the lighter or heating element. Donothold acigarettelighterinwhileitis heating.
Clock
Thereisadigitalclocklocatedinthecenterofthe instrumentpanel,abovethecenterairoutlets.Whenthe ignitionisturnedtoACC/ACCESSORYorON/RUN,the timeisdisplayedinthedigitalclock.Therearethree buttonsforadjustingthedigitalclock:
H(Hour):Pressoncetogoforwardonehour. Togo forwardmorethanonehour, pressandholdthebutton until the correct hour is reached.
M(Minute):Pressoncetogoforwardoneminute. Togo forwardmorethanoneminute, pressandholdthe buttonuntilthecorrectminuteisreached.
S(Set): Presstoresetthetimetothenearesthour.
Forexample, if the set button is pressed while the time is between 8:00 and 8:29, the display is set to 8:00. If this button is pressed while the time is between 8:30 and 8:59, the display is set to 9:00.
After disconnecting the battery or replacing the fuse, reset the clock.
ClimateControls
ClimateControlSystem
For vehicles with these climate control systems, the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled for the vehicle.

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A B C D E FClimateControlSystemwithHeaterandAir Conditioning
A. TemperatureControl
D. AirConditioning(A/C)
B.FanControl
E. Recirculation
C.AirDeliveryMode Control
F.RearWindow Defogger

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A B C D 1 2 3 4 EClimateControlSystemwithHeaterOnly
A. TemperatureControl
D. RearWindow Defogger
B.FanControl
E. OutsideAir/ Recirculation
C.AirDeliveryMode Control
OFF:Turnsthefanoff.
TemperatureControl: Turnclockwiseor counterclockwisetoincreaseordecreasethe temperatureoftheairflowingfromthesystem.
(FanControl): Turnclockwiseorcounterclockwise toincreaseordecreasethefanspeed. Thefanmust be turnedontoruntheairconditioningcompressor.
AirDeliveryModeControl: Turnclockwiseor counterclockwisetochangethecurrentairflowmode.
Selectfromthefollowingairdeliverymodes:
(Vent): Airisdirectedtotheinstrumentpaneloutlets.
(Bi-Level): Airisdividedbetweentheinstrument panelandflooroutlets.
(Floor):Airisdirectedtotheflooroutlets,withsome airdirectedtotherearoutlets.Keeptheareaunderthe frontseatscleartoallowtheflowofairtotherear compartment.
(Defog): This mode clear the window so offog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield, floor, and sidewindow outlets. Whent this mode is selected, the system automatically run the air-conditioning. Todefog the windows faster, turn the temperature control to the warmest setting.
(Defrost): Thismodequicklyclearsthowindshield offogorfrost. Airisdirectedtothewindshieldandside windowoutlets. Whenthismodeisselected, thesystem automaticallyrunstheair-conditioning. Todefrostthe windowsfaster, turnthetemperaturecontroltothe warmestsetting.
Donotdrivethevehicleuntilallthewindowsareclear.
A/C(AirConditioning): For vehicles with air conditioning, follow these stepstousethesystem.
Turn ### to the desired speed. The air conditioning does not operate when the fan control knob is in the off position. Press A/C to turn the air conditioning on and off. When A/C is pressed, an indicator light comes onto show that the air conditioning is on.
Forquickcooldownonhotdays, dothefollowing:
- Openthewindowstolethotairescape.
- Press
- PressA/C.
- Select the coolest temperature.
- Select the highest speed.
Usingthesesettingstogetherforlongperiodsoftime maycausetheairinsideofthevehicletobecometoo dry. Topreventthisfromhappening,aftertheairinthe vehiclehascooled,turntherecirculationmodeoff.
The air conditioningsystem removes moisture from the air, so small amount of water might dip under the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine. This is normal.
(Recirculation): This modere circulates and helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle. It can be used to prevent outside air and donors from entering the vehicle.
Forvehicleswitharecirculationbutton, pressthebutton toturntherecirculationmodeon. Anindicatorlight comesontoshowthattherecirculationison. Pressthe buttonagaintoreturntooutsideairmode.
Forvehicleswithalever, movethelevertochoosethe recirculationmode.
Usingtherecirculationmodeforextendedperiodsmay causethewindowstofog. If this happens, select the defrostmode.
(OutsideAir): This mode brings outside air into the vehicle.
For vehicles with are circulation button, press the button until there circulation mode is turned off. The vehicle then return to the outside airmode.
Forvehicleswithalever, movethelevertochoosethe outsideairmode.
RearWindowandOutsideMirror Defogger
For vehicles with arear window and outsidemirror defogger, they only work when the ignition is turned to ON/RUN.
Therearwindowdefoggerusesawarminggridto removefogorfrostfromtherearwindow.
(RearWindowDefogger): Presstoturntherear windowandoutsidemirrordefoggeronoroff. An indicatorlightcomesontoshowthatthefeatureison.
Ifthevehicledoesnothaveairconditioning,therear windowdefoggermayturnoffabout10minutesafter thebuttonispressed. Ifitremainson,itcanbeturned offbypressing againorbyturningofftheengine.
If the vehicle has air conditioning, therear window defogger turn soff about 10 minutes after the button is pressed. The defogger can also be turned off by turning the engine off.
Notice: Donotuseanythingssharpontheinsideof therearwindow.Ifyoudo,youcouldcutordamage thewarminggrid,andtherepairswouldnotbe coveredbythevehiclewarranty.Donotattacha temporaryvehiclelicense,tape,adecaloranything similartothedefoggergrid.
OutletAdjustment
Toopenanoutlet, pressonitscover. Turnthecoverto changethedirectionoftheairflow.
OperationTips
- Clearawayanyice, snoworleavesfromtheair inletsatthebaseofthewindshieldthatmayblock theflowofairintothevehicle.
- Useofnon-GMapprovedhooddeflectorsmay adversely affecttheperformanceofthesystem.
- Keepthepathunderthefrontseatsclearof objectstohelpcirculatetheairinsideofthevehicle moreeffectively.
PassengerCompartmentAirFilter
Forvehicleswithapassengercompartmentairfilter, it islocatedbehindtheglovebox.Itcanbeaccessed afterremovingthegloveboxfromitshousing.
Pollenanddustareremovedbythefilter. Thefilter shouldbereplacedaspartofroutinescheduled maintenance. For areplacementfilterseeyourdealer/ retailer. SeeScheduledMaintenance on page 7-3 for replacementintervals.
Tochangethepassengercompartmentairfilter, usethe following steps:

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Diagram showing car intake mechanism with labeled parts and directional arrows indicating movement- Openthegloveboxhalfwaydown.
- Gripthegloveboxbyboththeupperandlower sidesandpullitoutofitshousing.

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5.Viewtheairflowarrowsonthefilterbefore installingtoensurethefilterisinstalledcorrectly.
WarningLights, Gauges, and Indicators
Warninglightsandgaugescansignalthatsomethingis wrongbeforeitbecomesseriouslyenoughtocausean expensiverepairorreplacement. Payingattentiontothe warninglightsandgaugescouldpreventinjury.
Warninglightscomeonwhentheremightbeorthereis aproblemwithoneofthevehicle'sfunctions.Some warninglightscomeonbrieflywhentheengineis startedtoindicatetheyareworking.
Gaugescanindicatewhentheremightbeorthereisa problemwithoneofthevehicle'sfunctions.Often gaugesandwarninglightsworktogethertoindicatea problemwiththevehicle.
Whenoneofthewarninglightscomesonandstayson whiledriving,orwhenoneofthegaugesshowsthere couldbeaproblem,checkthesectionthatexplains whattodo.Followthismanual'sadvice.Waitingtodo repairscanbecostlyandevendangerous.
InstrumentPanelCluster

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SpeedometerandOdometer
Thespeedometershowsthevehicle'sspeedinboth kilometersperhour(km/h)andmilesperhour(mph).
Theodometershowshowfarthevehiclehasbeen driven,ineitherkilometers(usedinCanada)ormiles (usedintheUnitedStates).
TripOdometer
Thetripodometer can record the number of miles, used in the United States, or kilometers, used in Canada, traveled for up to two trips.
CyclebetweentheodometerandtripodometersA andBbypressingtheresetbuttonlocatedinthelower rightareaofthespeedometer.Presstheresetbuttonto tellhowmanymilesorkilometershavebeenrecorded oneitherTripAorTripBsincethetripodometerwas lastsetbacktozero.
Toreseteachtripodometertozero,pressandholdthe resetbutton. Theresetbuttonresetsonlythetrip odometerthatisbeingdisplayed.Eachtripodometer mustberesetindividually.
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Notice: If the engine is operated above 6,500 rpm, the vehicle could be damaged, and the damages would not be recovered by the vehicle warranty. Do not operate the engine with the tachometer above 6,500 rpm.
SafetyBeltReminders
DriverSafetyBeltReminderLight
Whentheengineisstarted, achimesoundsforseveral secondstoremindadrivertofastenthesafetybelt, unlessthedriversafetybeltisalreadybuckled.

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Thischimeandlightarerepeatedifthedriverremains unbuckledandthevehicleisinmotion.Ifthedriver safetybeltisalreadybuckled,neitherthechimenorthe lightcomeson.
PassengerSafetyBeltReminderLight
Forvehiclesequippedwiththepassengersafetybelt reminderlight,severalsecndsaftertheengineis started,achimesoundsforseveralsecondstoremind thefrontpassengertobuckletheirsafetybelt.The passengersafetybeltlight,locatedontheinstrument panel,comesonandstaysonforseveralsecondsand thenflashesforseveralmore.

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If the passengers safety belt is buckled, neither the chimenorthelight comes on.
Thefrontpassengersafetybeltwarninglightandchime mayturnonifanobjectisputontheseatsuchasa briefcase,handbag,grocerybag,laptoporother electronicdevice.Toturnoffthewarninglightandor chime,removetheobjectfromtheseatorbucklethe safetybelt.
AirbagReadinessLight
Thereisanairbagreadinesslightontheinstrument panelcluster,whichshowstheairbagsymbol.The systemcheckstheairbag'selectricalsystemfor malfunctions. Thelighttellsifthereisanelectrical problem. Thesystemcheckincludestheairbagsensor, theairbagmodules,thewiringandthecrashsensing anddiagnosticmodule. Formoreinformationonthe airbagsystem,seeAirbagSystemonpage2-58.

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Simple black stick figure icon depicting a person running with a bat (no text or symbols)Thislightcomesonwhen thevehicleisstarted, and itwillflashforafew seconds. Whenthelight goesoutthisindicates the systemisfunctioning properly.
If the airbagreadiness light stay on or comes on while driving, the air bagsystem may not work properly. Have the vehicles serviced right away.

WARNING:
If the airbagreadiness light stay on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the air bags system might not be working properly. The air bags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicles serviced right away.
PassengerAirbagStatusIndicator
Thevehiclehasthepassengersensingsystem.See PassengerSensingSystem onpage 2-65 forimportant safetyinformation.Thevehiclehasapassengerairbag statusindicatorneartheclock,locatedinthecenterof theinstrumentpanel.

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Simple line drawing of a control panel with buttons and a screen (no text or symbols)Whenthevehicleisstarted,thepassengerairbag statusindicatorwilllightPASSENGERAIRBAGONand PASSENGERAIRBAGOFForthesymbolforonand off,forseveralsecondsasasystemcheck.Then,after severalmoreseconds,thestatusindicatorwilllight eitherPASSENGERAIRBAGONorPASSENGER AIRBAGOFF,oreithertheonoroffsymbol,toletyou knowthestatusoftherightfrontpassengerfrontaland seat-mountedsideimpactairbag(ifequipped).
IfthewordsPASSENGERAIRBAGONortheon symbolislitonthepassengerairbagstatusindicator,it meansthattherightfrontpassengerfrontalairbagand seat-mountedsideimpactairbag(ifequipped)is enabled(mayinflate).
IfthewordsPASSENGERAIRBAGOFFFortheoff symbolislitonthepassengerairbagstatusindicator,it meansthatthepassengersensingsystemhasturned offtherightfrontpassengerfrontalairbagand seat-mountedsideimpactairbag(ifequipped).
If,afterseveralseconds,bothstatusindicatorlights remainon,oriftherearenolightsatall,theremaybea problemwiththelightsorthepassengersensing system.Seeyourdealer/retailerforservice.

WARNING:
If the airbagreadinesslight ever comes on and stay on, it means that something may be wrong with the air bags system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicles serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 4-25 for more information, including important safety information.
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Simple electrical component symbol with battery terminals (no text or labels)Thislightwillcomeonbrieflywhentheignitionisturned on,andtheengineisnotrunning,asachecktoshowit isworking.
It should go out when the engine is started. If it stays on, or comes on while driving, ther may have a problem with the electrical charging system. Have it checked by your dealer/retailer. Driving while this light is couldn't drain the battery. If short distance must be driven with the lighton, turn off all accessories, such as ther radio and air condition to help reduce the drain on the battery.
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Whenthislightcomeson, shifttothenexthighergearif weather, road, and trafficconditionsallow.
See Manual Transmission Operation on page 3-26 for more information.
BrakeSystemWarningLight
Thevehicle'shydraulicbrakesystemisdividedintotwo parts. Ifonepartisnotworking, theotherpartcanstill workandstopthevehicle. Forgoodbraking, bothparts needtowork.
If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Havethe brakesystem inspection right away.

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Thebrakesystemmightnotbeworkingproperlyif thebrakesystemwarninglightison.Drivingwith thebrakesystemwarninglightoncanleadtoa crash.Ifthelightisstillonafterthevehiclehas beenpulledofftheroadandcarefullystopped, havethevehicletowedforservice.
Thislightshouldcomeonbrieflywhentheignitionis turnedtoON. If it does not come on then, have it fixed soit will beready to warn if there is a problem.
Whentheignitionison,thebrakesystemwarninglight willalsocomeonwhentheparkingbrakeisset.The lightwillstayoniftheparkingbrakedoesnotfully release.Ifitstaysonaftertheparkingbrakeisfully released,itmeansthereisabrakeproblem.
Ifthelightcomesonwhiledriving, carefullypulloffthe roadandstop. Thepedalmaybehardertopushormay goclosertothefloor. Itmaytakelongertostop. Ifthe lightisstillon, havethevehicletowedforservice. See Towing YourVehicleonpage5-21.
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Ifthelightstayson,turntheignitiontoLOCK/OFForif thelightcomeson,stopassoonaspossibleandturn theignitionoff. Thenstarttheengineagaintoresetthe system.Ifthelightstillstayson,orcomesonagain whiledriving,thevehicleneedsservice.Seeyour dealer/retailer.Iftheregularbrakesystemwarninglight isnoton,thebrakeswillstillwork,buttheantilock brakeswillnotwork.Iftheregularbrakesystem warninglightisalsoon,theantilockbrakeswillnotwork andthereisaproblemwiththeregularbrakes.See BrakeSystemWarningLightonpage4-28.
TheABSwarninglightwillcomeonbrieflywhenthe ignitionisturnedtoON/RUN.Thisisnormal.Ifthelight doesnotcomeonthen,haveitfixedsoitwillbeready towarnifthereisaproblem.
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If the HOLD modelightflashes, havethe vehicle checked. See "HoldMode" under Automatic Transmission Operation on page 3-23 formore information.
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Ifthegaugepointermovesintotheredarea,theengine istoohot.Itmeansthattheenginecoolanthas overheated.
If the vehicle has been operating under normal driving conditions, pullofftheroad, stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
SeeEngineOverheatingonpage6-30.
TirePressureLight

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It provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
WhentheLightisOnSteady
This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated.
Stopandcheckthetiresassoonasitissafetodo, and inflatethemtotheproperpressure. See Tires on page 6-51 formoreinformation.
WhentheLightFlashesFirstandThenis OnSteady
This indicates that the may be a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System. The light flashes for about a minute and then stay on steady for the remainder of the ignition cycle. This sequence will repeat with every ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 6-59 form more information.
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CheckEngineLight
AcomputersystemcalledOBDII(On-Board Diagnostics-SecondGeneration)monitorsoperationof thefuel,ignition,andemissioncontrolsystems. Itmakessurethatemissionsareatacceptablelevels forthelifeofthevehicle,helpingtoproduceacleaner environment.

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Simple line drawing of a vehicle or boat (no text or symbols)Thislightcomesonwhen theignitionison,butthe engineisnotrunning,as achecktoshowitis working.lfitdoesnot, havethevehicleserviced byyourdealer/retailer.
If the check engine light comes on and stay on, while the engine is running, this indicates that there is an OBDII problem and service is required.
Malfunctionsoftenareindicatedbythesystembefore anyproblemisapparent.Heedingthelightcanprevent moreseriousdamagetothevehicle.Thissystem assiststheservicetechnicianincorrectlydiagnosing anymalfunction.
Notice: If the vehicle is continually driven with this lighton, after awhile, the emission control might not work as well, the vehicle's fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repair that might not be recovered by the vehicle warranty.
Notice: Modificationsmadetotheengine, transmission, exhaust, intake, orfuelsystemofthe vehicleorthereplacementoftheoriginaltires with other thanthoseofthesameTirePerformance Criteria(TPC)can affectthevehicle'semission controls and can cause this light to come on. Modificationstothesesystemscould lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. This could also result in a failure to pass are required. EmissionInspection/Maintenancetest.See Accessories and Modifications page 6-4.
Thislightcomesonduringamalfunctioninoneof twoways:
LightFlashing: Amisfireconditionhasbeendetected. Amisfireincreasesvehicleemissionsandcould damagetheemissioncontrolsystemonthevehicle. Diagnosisandservicemightberequired.
The following can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle:
- Reducevehiclespeed.
- Avoidhardaccelerations.
- Avoidsteepuphillgrades.
Ifthelightcontinuestoflash,whenitissafetodoso, stopthevehicle.Findasafeplacetoparkthevehicle. Turnthekeyoff,waitatleast10seconds,andrestart theengine.Ifthelightisstillflashing,followthe previousstepsandseeyourdealer/retailerforservice as soonaspossible.
LightOnSteady: Anemissioncontrolsystem malfunctionhasbeendetectedonthevehicle. Diagnosisandservicemightberequired.
Anemissionsystemmalfunctionmightbecorrectedby doingthefollowing:
- Makesurethefuelcapisfullyinstalled.SeeFilling theTank on page 6-8 .Thediagnosticsystem candetermineifthefuelcphasbeenleftoffor improperlyinstalled.Alooseormissingfuelcap allowsfueltoevaporateintotheatmosphere.Afew drivingtripswiththecacproperlyinstalledshould turnthelightoff.
- If the vehicle has been driven through a deep puddle of water, the vehicle's electrical system might bewet. The condition is usually corrected when the electrical system does out. Afew driving trip should turn the light off.
- Makesuretofuelthevehiclewithqualityfuel.Poor fuelqualitycausestheenginenottorunas efficientlyasdesignedandmaycause:stalling afterstart-up,stallingwhenthevehicleischanged intogear,misfiring,hesitationonacceleration, orstumblingonacceleration.Theseconditions mightgoawayoncetheengineiswarmedup.
Ifoneormoreoftheseconditionsoccurs,change thefuelbrandused.Itwillrequireatleastonefull tankoftheproperfueltoturnthelightoff.
See Gasoline Octaneonpage 6-6.
If none of the above havemadethelightturnoff, have your dealer/retailercheckthe vehicle. Thedealer/retailerhasthepropertestequipment and diagnostic toolstofixanymechanicalorelectricalproblemsthat mighthavedeveloped.
EmissionsInspectionandMaintenance Programs
Somestate/provincialandlocalgovernmentshaveor mightbeginprogramstoinspecttheemissioncontrol equipmentonthevehicle.Failuretopassthis inspectioncouldpreventgettingavehicleregistration.
Herearesomethingstoknowtohelpthevehiclepass aninspection:
- The vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on with the engine running, or if the key is in the ON/RUN and the light is not on.
- Thevehiclewillnotpasthisinspectionifthe OBDII(on-boarddiagnostic)systemdetermines thatcriticalemissioncontrolsystemshavenot beencompletelydiagnosedbythesystem.The vehiclewouldbeconsiderednotreadyfor inspection.Thiscanhappenifthebatteryhas recentlybeenreplacedorifthebatteryhasrun down.Thediagnosticsystemisdesignedto evaluatecriticalemissioncontrolsystemsduring normaldriving.Thiscantakeseveraldaysof routinedriving.Ifthishasbeendoneandthe vehiclestilldoesnotpasstheinspectionforlackof OBDIIsystemreadiness,yourdealer/retailercan preparethevehicleforinspection.
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Simple line drawing of a boat with a handle and water droplet (no text or symbols)If the vehicle has slow engine oil pressure, this light will stay on after the engine is started, or come on while driving.
This indicates that the engine is not receiving enough oil. The engine could below on oil, or could have some other oil problem. Have it fixed immediately by your dealer/retailer.
Theoillightcouldalsocomeoninthreeother situations:
- Whentheignitionisonbuttheengineisnot running,thelightwillcomeonasatesttoshowit isworking. Thelightwillgooutwhentheignitionis turnedon.Ifitdoesnotcomeonwiththeignition on,theremaybeaproblemwiththefuseorbulb. Haveitfixedrightaway.
- Ifthevehiclecomestoahardstop,thelightmay comeonforamoment.Thisisnormal.

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Donotkeepdrivingiftheoilpressureislow.The enginecanbecomesohoththatitcatchesfire. Someonecouldbeburned.Checktheoilassoon aspossibleandhavethevehicleserviced.
Notice:Lackofproperengineoilmaintenancecan damagetheengine.Therepairswouldnotbe coveredbythevehiclewarranty.Alwaysfollowthe maintenancescheduleinthismanualforchanging engineoil.
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Whenthechangeengineoillightcomeson, it means that the engine oil needstobe changed.
Oncetheengineoilhasbeenchanged, theengineoil lifesystemmustbereset. Afterreset, thechange engineoillightgoesout.
SeeEngineOilLifeSystem onpage6-18, Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-3 and EngineOil on page 6-15 formoreinformation.
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Thelightwillgooutwhenthefoglampsareturnedoff. See Fog Lamps on page 4-12 formoreinformation.
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Thelightwillgooutwhenthecruisecontrolisturned off.SeeCruiseControl on page 4-8 formore information.
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SeeHeadlampHigh/Low-BeamChanger on page 4-5 formoreinformation.
DaytimeRunningLamps(DRL)
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SeeDaytimeRunningLamps(DRL) onpage 4-12 for moreinformation.
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Ifthekeyisintheignitionwhilethedriver'sdooris open,awarningchimealsosounds.
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Whenthetanknearseempty,thelowfuelwarninglight willcomeon.Thereisstillalittlefuelleft,butthe vehicle'sfueltankshouldbefilledsoon.SeeLowFuel WarningLight onpage4-37 formoreinformation.
Anarrowonthefuelgaugeindicatesthesideofthe vehiclethefueldoorislocated.
Herearefourthingsthatsomeownersaskabout.None oftheseshowaproblemwiththefuelgauge:
- Attheservicestation, the gaspumpshutsoff before the gaugereadsfull.
- Ittakesalittlemoreorlessfueltofillupthanthe gaugeindicated. Forexample, thegaugemay haveindicatedthetankwashalffull, butitactually tookalittlemoreorlessthanhalfthetank's capacitytofillthetank.
- Theindicatormovesalittlewhenturningacorner orspeedingup.
- Thegaugegoesbacktoemptywhentheignitionis turnedoff.
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Thelowfuelwarninglightcomesonwhenthereis approximately 1.7 gallons (6.0 liters) offuelremainingin thetank.
Toturnthelightoff, addfueltothefueltank. See Filling the Tankonpage6-8.
TripComputer
The vehicle may have a trip computer, it provides the driver with driving information such as driving distance for their remaining fuel, outside temperature, average fuel economy, and driving time.
Thetripcomputerbuttonislocatedinthelowerright areaofthetachometer.Eachtimeyoupressit,the displaycyclesthroughtheavailablechoices.
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Theminimumdisplayfortherangeis45miles (72km). Oncetheminimumdisplayrangeisunder 45miles(72km), youwillseedashesonthedisplay.
Thefuelrangeestimateisbasedonanaverageof thevehicle'sfueleconomyoverrecentdrivinghistory andtheamountoffuelremaininginthefueltank. Thisestimatewillchangeifdrivingconditionschange.
Forexample, ifdrivingintrafficandmakingfrequent stops, thisdisplaymayreadonenumber, butifthe vehicleisdrivenonafreeway, thenumbermaychange eventhoughthesameamountoffuelisinthefueltank. Thisisbecausedifferentdrivingconditionsproduce differentfueleconomies. Generally, freewaydriving producesbetterfueleconomythancitydriving.
OutsideTemperature
This display shows the approximate outside temperature.
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Thisnumberiscalculatedbasedonthenumberofmpg recordedsincethelasttimethismenuitemwasreset. Toresettheaveragefueleconomypressandholdthe tripcomputerbutton.
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Thedisplaywillshowtheamountoftimethathas passedsincethetimerwaslastreset. Thetimerisonly runningwhilethevehicleismoving. Toresetthedriving timepressandholdthetripcomputerbutton.
AudioSystem(s)
Determinewhichradiothevehiclehasandreadthe followingpagestobecomefamiliarwithitsfeatures.

WARNING:
Takingyoureyesofftheroadforextendedperiods couldcauseacrashresultinginjuryordeathto youorothers.Donotgiveextendedattentionto entertainmenttaskshwiledriving.
This system provides access to many audio and non audiolistings.
Tominimizetakingyoureyesofftheroadwhiledriving, dothefollowingwhilethevehicleisparked:
- Becomefamiliarwiththeoperationandcontrolsof theaudiosystem.
- Setupthetone, speakeradjustments, and preset radiostations.
Formoreinformation,seeDefensiveDriving on page 5-2.
Notice: Contact your dealer/retailer before adding any equipment.
Addingaudioorcommunicationequipmentcould interferewiththeoperationofthevehicle'sengine, radio, or othersystems, and could damage them. Followfederalrulescoveringmobileradio and telephone equipment.
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(Power/Volume):Pressandreleasetoturnthe systemon.Pressandholdthisknobformorethan twosecondstoturnthesystemoff.
Turntoincreaseordecreasethevolume.
Whenthesystemison, pressandrelease ⏻tomute thesystem. Pressandrelease ⏻againtoturnthe soundbackon.
FindingaStation
BAND: PresstochooseFM, AM, or XM™ (if equipped). Thedisplaywillshowtheselection.
▶|SEEK:Presstoseekthenextradiostationwitha strongsignalintheselectedband.
SEEK: Presstoseek the previous radiostation with astrongsignal in these selected band.
▶TUNE:Presstogotothenextstationmanually.
◀TUNE:Presstogotothepreviousstationmanually.
SCAN: Presstoscanradiostations. Theradiogoesto astation, playsforafewseconds, thengoestothenext station. Pressthisbuttonagaintostopscanning.
Theradioonlyscansstationswithastrongsignalinthe selectedband.
AST(AutomaticStore):Twelvepresetstations with the strongest reception in the area can be automatically stored. Theradiowill only scan stations with a strong sign that are in these selected AM or FM band. If the Automatic Store function is started in the FM band, only FM stations are stored in preset pages A1 and A2. If the Automatic Store function is started in the AM band, only AM stations are stored in A1 and A2. A combination of AM, FM and XM (ife equipped) stations can be stored manually into the other four favorite pages.
TouseAutomaticStore:
- PressandholdASTtouseAutoStoremode.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheONtabonthe radiodisplay.
- Automatic Store searches for radiostations with a strong signal and automatically set presets A1 and A2 with new stations.
- After all stations a reset, press the push button below the arrow tab on the radiodisplay to return to them in radioscreen
Toresettheautomaticallystoredradiostations, press andholdAST. Then press the pushbutton below the RESEtabontheradiodisplay. Ifnostations are stored on presetpages A1 and A2, the RESEoption does not appear in theradiodisplay. When the Automatic Store function is used, any station that were previously set will be deleted and replaced with new stations.
StoringaRadioStation
Driversareencouragedtosetupradiostationfavorites whilethevehicleisinP(Park).Tunetofavoritestations usingthepushbuttons,favoritesbutton,andsteering wheelcontrols.SeeDefensiveDrivingonpage5-2.
A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six push buttons positioned below the radiostation frequency labels and by using the radio favorites page button (FAV button). Pressthe FAV button to go through up to six pages off favorites, each having six favoritestations available per page. If Automatic Store is used, then four pages off favorites are available. Each page off favors can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM ^™ (ifequipped) stations.
Tostoreastationasafavorite:
- Tuneinthedesiredstation.
- PressandreleasetheFAVbuttontodisplaythe pagewherthestationistobestored.
- Pressandholdoneofthesixnumbered pushbuttonsuntilabeepsounds. When the pushbuttonispressedandreleased, thestation thatwassetwillreturn.
- Repeat the Steps 1 through 3 foreach radio station to bestored as a favorite.
Tosetupthenumberoffavoritespages:
- PressandholdFAVuntiltheradiosetupmenu displays.
- Select the desired number of favorites pages by pressing the push button located below the displayed pagenumbers.
- PressFAVtoreturntotheoriginalmainradio screenshowingtheradiostationfrequencytabs andtobegintheprocessofprogrammingfavorites forthechosenamountofnumberedpages.
SettingtheTone(Bass/Mid/Treble)
SOUND(Bass/Mid/Treble):Presstoadjustthebass, midrange, ortreble.
AdjustingtheBass
Toadjustthebass:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheBasstabonthe display.
- Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting.
- Thesettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
AdjustingtheMidrange
Toadjustthemidrange:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheMidtabonthe display.
- Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting.
- Theseettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
AdjustingtheTreble
Toadjustthetreble:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheTrebtabonthe display.
- Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting.
- Thesettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
AdjustingtheSpeakers(Balance/Fade)
SOUND(Balance/Fade):Presstoadjustthebalance orfade.
AdjustingtheBalance
Toadjustthebalance:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheBaltabonthe display.
- Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting.
- Theseettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
AdjustingtheFade
Toadjustthefade:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheFadtabonthe display.
- Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting.
- Thesettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
SettingtheEQ
SOUND(Equalization): Presstoselectanequalization setting.
SettingtheEQ
TosettheEQ:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheP.EQtabonthe display. ThePop, Rock, Ctry, Voice, Jazz, Clas tabsappearonthedisplay.
- Pressthepushbuttonbelowthedesiredselection tosettheEQ.Pressingthesamepushbuttonagain cancelstheEQsetting.
XMSatelliteRadioService
XMisasatelliteradioservicethatisbasedinthe 48contiguousUnitedStatesand10Canadian provinces.XMSatelliteRadiohasawidevariety ofprogrammingandcommercial-freemusic, coast-to-coast,andindigital-qualitysound.Aservice feeisrequiredtoreceivetheXMservice.Formore information,contactXMatwww.xmradio.comorcall 1-800-929-2100intheU.S.andwww.xmradio.caorcall 1-877-438-9677inCanada.
RadioMessagesforXMOnly
SeeXMRadioMessages onpage4-63 laterinthis sectionforfurtherdetail.
UsingtheAuxiliaryInputJack
Theradiosystemhasa3.5mm(1/8in)auxiliaryinput jacklocatedonthelowerrightsideofthefaceplate. Thisisnotanaudiooutput;donotplugheadphones intothe3.5mm(1/8in)auxiliaryinputjack.Anexternal audiodevicesuchasaniPod ^® ,laptopcomputer,MP3 player,CDchanger,etc.canbeconnectedtothe 3.5mm(1/8in)auxiliaryinputjackforuseasanother audiosource.
Drivers are encouraged to setup any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in P (Park). See Defensive Driving on page 5-2 form more information on driver distraction.
Touseaportableaudioplayer,connecta3.5mm (1/8in)cabletotheradio's3.5mm(1/8in)auxiliary inputjack.Whenadeviceisconnected,presstheradio AUXbuttontobeginplayingaudiofromthedeviceover thevehiclespeakers.
(Power/Volume): Turntoadjustthevolume. Additional volume adjustments may have to be made from the portable device if the volume is too quiet or too loud.
AUX(Auxiliary):Presstolistentotheradiowhilea portableaudiodeviceisplaying.Pressagainandthe systembeginsplayingaudiofromtheconnected portableaudioplayer.Ifaportableaudioplayerisnot connected,NoAuxInputDeviceFoundmaydisplay.
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MP3 DIR EJECT SEEK TUNE SEEK TUNE SCAN AST INFO DISP SOUND RAND FAV CD AUX AUXPlayingtheRadio
(Power/Volume):Pressandreleasetoturnthe systemon.Pressandholdthisknobformorethan twosecondstoturnthesystemoff.
Turntoincreaseordecreasethevolume.
Whenthesystemison, pressandrelease ⏻tomute thesystem. Pressandrelease ⏻againtoturnthe soundbackon.
FindingaStation
BAND: PresstochooseFM, AM, or XM™ (ifequipped). Thedisplaywillshowtheselection.
▶SEEK: Presstoseekthenextradiostationwitha strongsignalintheselectedband.
SEEK: Presstoseek the previous radiostation with astrongsignal in these selected band.
▶TUNE:Presstogotothenextstationmanually.
◀TUNE:Presstogotothepreviousstationmanually.
SCAN/AST: Presstoscanradiostations. Theradio goestoastation, playsforafewseconds, thengoesto thenextstation. Theradioonlyscansstations with a strongsignalintheselectedband. PressSCAN/AST againtostopscanning.
PressandholdSCAN/ASTtouseAutoStore. The radioonlyscansstationswithastrongsignalinthe selectedband.
AST(AutomaticStore):Twelvepresetstations with the strongest reception in the areacan be automatically stored. Theradiowillonlyscan stations with a strong sign that are in these selected AM or FM band. If the Automatic Store function is started in the FM band, only FM stations are restored in preset pages A1 and A2. If the Automatic Store function is started in the AM band, only AM stations are stored in A1 and A2. A combination of AM, FM and XM (ife equipped) stations can be stored manually into the other four favorite pages.
TouseAutomaticStore:
- PressandholdSCAN/ASTtouseAuto Storemode.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheONtabonthe radiodisplay.
- Automatic Store searches for radiostations with a strong signal and automatically set presets A1 and A2 with new stations.
- After all stations a reset, press the push button below the arrow tabontheradiodisplay to return to themain radioscreen
Toresettheautomaticallystoredradiostations,press andholdSCAN/AST.Thenpressthepushbuttonbelow theRESEtabontheradiodisplay.Ifnostationsare storedonpresetpagesA1andA2,theRESEoption doesnotappearintheradiodisplay.Whenthe
AutomaticStorefunctionisused,anystationsthatwere previouslysetwillbedeletedandreplacedwithnew stations.
StoringaRadioStation
Driversareencouragedtosetupradiostationfavorites whilethevehicleisinP(Park).Tunetofavoritestations usingthepushbuttons,favoritesbutton,andsteering wheelcontrols.SeeDefensiveDrivingonpage5-2.
A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six push buttons positioned below the radiostation frequency labels and by using the radio favorites page button (FAV button). Pressthe FAV button to go through uptosix pages off favorites, each havingsix favoritestations available per page.
IfAutomaticStoreisused, then four pages off favorites are available. Each page off favorites can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM ^™ (ifequipped) stations. Tostoreastation as a favorite:
- Tuneinthedesiredstation.
- PressandreleasetheFAVbuttontodisplaythe pagewherethestationistobestored.
- Pressandholdoneofthesixnumbered pushbuttonsuntilabeepsounds. When the pushbuttonispressedandreleased, thestation thatwassetwillreturn.
- Repeat the Steps 1 through 3 foreach radio station to best stored as a favorite.
Tosetupthenumberoffavoritespages:
- PressandholdFAVuntiltheradiosetupmenu displays.
- Select the desired number of favorites pages by pressing the push button located below the displayed pagenumbers.
- PressFAVtoreturntotheoriginalmainradio screenshowingtheradiostationfrequencytabs andtobegintheprocessofprogrammingfavorites forthechosenamountofnumberedpages.
SettingtheTone(Bass/Mid/Treble)
SOUND(Bass/Mid/Treble): Presstoadjustthebass, midrange, ortreble.
AdjustingtheBass
Toadjustthebass:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheBasstabonthe display.
- Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting.
- Thesettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
AdjustingtheMidrange
Toadjustthemidrange:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheMidtabonthe display.
- Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting.
- Thesettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
AdjustingtheTreble
Toadjustthetreble:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheTrebtabonthe display.
- Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting.
- Thesettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
AdjustingtheSpeakers(Balance/Fade)
SOUND(Balance/Fade): Presstoadjustthebalance orfade.
AdjustingtheBalance
Toadjustthebalance:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheBaltabonthe display.
- Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting.
- Theseettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
AdjustingtheFade
Toadjustthefade:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheFadtabonthe display.
3.Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting. - Thesettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
SettingtheEQ
SOUND(Equalization): Presstoselectanequalization setting.
SettingtheEQ
TosettheEQ:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheP.EQtabonthe display. ThePop,Rock,Ctry,Voice,Jazz,Clas tabsappearonthedisplay.
- Pressthepushbuttonbelowthedesiredselection tosettheEQ.Pressingthesamepushbuttonagain cancelstheEQsetting.
XMSatelliteRadioService
XMisasatelliteradioservicethatisbasedinthe 48contiguousUnitedStatesand10Canadian provinces.XMSatelliteRadiohasawidevarietyof programmingandcommercial-freemusic, coast-to-coast,andindigital-qualitysound.Aservice feeisrequiredtoreceivetheXMservice.Formore information,contactXMatwww.xmradio.comorcall 1-800-929-2100intheU.S.andwww.xmradio.caorcall 1-877-438-9677inCanada.
RadioMessagesforXMOnly
SeeXMRadioMessages onpage4-63 laterinthis sectionforfurtherdetail.
PlayingaCD
InsertaCDpartwayintotheslot, labelsideup. The playerpullsitinandtheCDbeginsplaying.ACDcan beloadedwhiletheignitionisintheOFFposition.
When the CD inserted, CDP appear on the display. Asthe CD loading, LOADING appears on the display. Aseach new track start to play, the track number displays.
If the ignition or radioisturned off with a CD in the player, it will stay in the player. When a CD is in the player and the ignition is in the ON/RUN position, the radiomust be turned on before the CD will start playing. When the ignition and radio are returned on, the CD will start playing where it stopped, if it was last selected audiosource.
TheCDplayercanplaythesmaller8cm(3in)single CDswithanadaptererring.Full-sizeCDsandthesmaller CDsareloadedinthesamemanner.
▶ TUNE (Next Track): Press ▶ TUNE to go to the nexttrack. Thetracknumberwillappearonthedisplay. TheplayerwillcontinuemovingforwardthroughtheCD witheachpressof ▶TUNE.
◀TUNE(PreviousTrack):Presstogotothestartof thecurrenttrack. Thetracknumberwillappearonthe display. Theplayerwillcontinuemovingbackward throughtheCDwitheachpressof ◀TUNE.
BAND: PresstolistentotheradiowhileaCDis playing. The CDremainsinsidetheradioforfuture listening.
CD/AUX: PresstoplayaCDwhenlisteningtothe radio.CDPappearsonthedisplaywhentheCDplayer hasbeenselected.TheCDsymbolwillappearonthe displaywhenaCDisloaded.
PressCD/AUXwhileaCDisplayingtopausetheCD. PAUSEflashesonthedisplay.PressCD/AUXagainto startplayingtheCD.
PressCD/AUXtoplayaCDwhenlisteningtotheaudio contentsfromotherdevice(AUXmode).CDPappears onthedisplaywhentheCDplayerhasbeenselected. TheCDsymbolwillappearonthedisplaywhenaCDis loaded.
EJECT: PresstoejectaCD. The CD can bee ejected when the ignition or the radio is turned off.
INFO/DISP(Information/Display):Presstodisplay additionaltextinformationrelatedtothecurrent MP3/WMAsong.Achoiceofadditionalinformation suchas:SongTitle,AlbumTitle,Artist,Bitratemay appear.
RPT(Repeat):PressthepushbuttonundertheRPTtab onthedisplaytorepeatthecurrenttrack,RPTappears onthedisplay.Pressthepushbuttonagaintostop repeat.
RDM(Random): PressthepushbuttonbelowtheRDM tabonthedisplaytoplaytracksinrandom, rather than sequentialorder, RDMappearsonthedisplay. Press thepushbuttonagaintostoprandomplay.
INT(Scan):PressthepushbuttonbelowtheINTtabon thedisplaytolistentothefirstfewsecondsofeach trackontheCD,INTROappearsonthedisplay.Press thepushbuttonagaintostopscanningandthecurrent trackbeginstoplay.
PlayinganMP3/WMACD-RDisc
TheradiohastheMP3/WMACD-Rdisccapability. For more information, see UsinganMP3 on page 4-61 laterinthissection.
CDMessages
CHECKCD: If this messaged displays and/or the CD comes out, it could be before one of the following reasons:
- Itisveryhot. Whenthetemperaturereturnsto normal, theCDshouldplay.
- Theroadisveryrough. Whentheroadbecomes smoother, the CD should play.
• TheCDisdirty, scratched, wet, or upsidedown. - Theairisveryhumid.Ifso,waitaboutanhourand tryagain.
• TheformatoftheCDmightnotbecompatible.See UsinganMP3 onpage4-61 laterinthissection. - Therecouldhavebeenaproblemwhileburning theCD.
• ThelabelcouldbecaughtintheCDplayer.
If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD.
Ifanyerroroccursrepeatedlyorifanerrorcannotbe corrected,contactyourdealer/retailer.Iftheradio displaysanerrormessage,writeitdownandprovideit toyourdealer/retailerwhenreportingtheproblem.
CareofCDs
IfplayingaCD-R,thesoundqualitycanbereduced duetoCD-Rquality,themethodofrecording,the qualityofthemusicthathasbeenrecorded,andthe waytheCD-RorCD-RWhasbeenhandled.Handle themcarefully.StoreCD-R(s)intheiroriginalcasesor otherprotectivecasesandawayfromdirectsunlight anddust.TheCDplayerscansthebottomsurface of thedisc.IfthesurfaceofaCDisdamaged,suchas cracked,broken,orscratched,theCDdoesnotplay properlyornotatall.Donottouchthebottomsideof a CDwhilehandlingit;thiscoulddamagethesurface. PickupCDsbygraspingtheouteredgesortheedge of theholeandtheouteredge.
If the surface of a CD is soiled, clean it with as soft, lint free clothordampenaclean, soft clothinamild, neutral detergents solution mixed with water. Makes sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge.
CareoftheCDPlayer
DonotaddlabelstoaCD, itcouldgetcaughtintheCD player. UseamarkingpentowriteonthetopoftheCD ifadescriptionisneeded.
DonotuseCDlenscleaners, they could damage the CDplayer.
Notice:IfalabelisaddedtoaCD,ormorethanone CDisinsertedintotheslotatatime,oranattempt ismadetoplayscratchedordamagedCDs,theCD playercouldbedamaged.WhileusingtheCD player,useonlyCDsingoodconditionwithoutany label,loadoneCDatatime,andkeeptheCDplayer andtheloadingslotfreeofforeignmaterials, liquids,anddebris.
Ifanerrordisplays,see "CDMessages"earlierinthis section.
UsingtheAuxiliaryInputJack
Theradiosystemhasa3.5mm(1/8in)auxiliaryinput jacklocatedonthelowerrightsideofthefaceplate. Thisisnotanaudiooutput;donotplugtheheadphone setintothefrontauxiliaryinputjack.Anexternalaudio devicesuchasaniPod,laptopcomputer,MP3player, CDchanger,etc.canbeconnectedtothe3.5mm (1/8in)auxiliaryinputjackforuseasanotheraudio source.
Drivers are encouraged to setup any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in P (Park). See Defensive Driving on page 5-2 form more information on driver distraction.
Touseaportableaudioplayer,connecta3.5mm (1/8in)cabletotheradio'sfrontauxiliaryinputjack. Whenadeviceisconnected,presstheradioCD/AUX buttontobeginplayingaudiofromthedeviceoverthe vehiclespeakers.
(Power/Volume): Turntoadjustthevolume. Additional volume adjustments may have to be made from the portable device if the volume is too quiet or too loud.
CD/AUX(Auxiliary):PresstoplayaCDwhilea portableaudiodeviceisplaying.PressCD/AUXa secondtimeforthesystemtobeginplayingaudiofrom theconnectedportableaudioplayer.Theportableaudio devicecontinuesplayinguntilisturnedoff.
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6 disc AMP3 LOAD EJECT SEEK TUNE SEEK TUNE SROLL SCAN AST INFO DISP SOUND RAND FAV CD AUX AUXPlayingtheRadio
(Power/Volume):Pressandreleasetoturnthe systemon.Pressandholdthisknobformorethan twosecondstoturnthesystemoff.
Turntoincreaseordecreasethevolume.
Whenthesystemison, pressandrelease ⏻tomute thesystem. Pressandrelease ⏻againtoturnthe soundbackon.
FindingaStation
BAND: PresstochooseFM, AM, or XM™ (ifequipped). Thedisplaywillshowtheselection.
▶|SEEK:Presstoseekthenextradiostationwitha strongsignalintheselectedband.
SEEK: Presstoseek the previous radiostation with astrongsignal in these selected band.
▶TUNE:Presstogotothenextstationmanually.
◀TUNE:Presstogotothepreviousstationmanually.
SCAN/AST: Presstoscanradiostations. Theradio goestoastation, playsforafewseconds, thengoesto thenextstation. Theradioonlyscansstations with a strongsignalintheselectedband. PressSCAN/AST againtostopscanning.
PressandholdSCAN/ASTtouseAutoStore.Theradio onlyscansstationswithastrongsignalinthe selectedband.
AST(AutomaticStore):Twelvepresetstations with the strongest reception in the areacan be automatically stored. Theradiowillonlyscan stations with a strong sign that are in these selected AM or FM band. If the Automatic Store function is started in the FM band, only FM stations are restored in preset pages A1 and A2. If the Automatic Store function is started in the AM band, only AM stations are stored in A1 and A2. A combination of AM, FM and XM (ife equipped) stations can be stored manually into the other four favorite pages.
TouseAutomaticStore:
- PressandholdSCAN/ASTtouseAuto Storemode.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheONtabonthe radiodisplay.
- Automatic Store searches for radiostations with a strong signal and automatically set presets A1 and A2 with new stations.
- After all stations a reset, press the push button below the arrow tabon theradiodisplay to return to themain radioscreen
Toresettheautomaticallystoredradiostations,press andholdSCAN/AST.Thenpressthepushbuttonbelow theRESEtabontheradiodisplay.Ifnostationsare storedonpresetpagesA1andA2,theRESEoption doesnotappearintheradiodisplay.Whenthe
AutomaticStorefunctionisused,anystationsthatwere previouslysetwillbedeletedandreplacedwithnew stations.
StoringaRadioStation
Driversareencouragedtosetupradiostationfavorites whilethevehicleisinP(Park).Tunetofavoritestations usingthepushbuttons,favoritesbutton,andsteering wheelcontrols.SeeDefensiveDrivingonpage5-2.
A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six push buttons positioned below the radiostation frequency labels and by using the radio favorites page button (FAV button). Pressthe FAV button to go through uptosix pages off favorites, each havingsix favoritestations available per page. If Automatic Store is used, then four pages off favorites are available. Each page off favors can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM ^™ (ifequipped) stations. Tostoreastation as a favorite:
- Tuneinthedesiredstation.
- PressandreleasetheFAVbuttontodisplaythe pagewherethestationistobestored.
- Pressandholdoneofthesixnumbered pushbuttonsuntilabeepsounds. When the pushbuttonispressedandreleased, thestation thatwassetwillreturn.
- Repeat the Steps 1 through 3 foreach radio station to best stored as a favorite.
Tosetupthenumberoffavoritespages:
- PressandholdFAVuntiltheradiosetupmenu displays.
- Select the desired number of favorites pages by pressing the push button located below the displayed pagenumbers.
- PressFAVtoreturntotheoriginalmainradio screenshowingtheradiostationfrequencytabs andtobegintheprocessofprogrammingfavorites forthechosenamountofnumberedpages.
SettingtheTone(Bass/Mid/Treble)
SOUND(Bass/Mid/Treble): Presstoadjustthebass, midrange, ortreble.
AdjustingtheBass
Toadjustthebass:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheBasstabonthe display.
- Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting.
- Thesettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
AdjustingtheMidrange
Toadjustthemidrange:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheMidtabonthe display.
- Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting.
- Thesettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
AdjustingtheTreble
Toadjustthetreble:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheTrebtabonthe display.
- Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting.
- Thesettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
AdjustingtheSpeakers(Balance/Fade)
SOUND(Balance/Fade):Presstoadjustthebalance orfade.
AdjustingtheBalance
Toadjustthebalance:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheBaltabonthe display.
- Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting.
- Theseettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
AdjustingtheFade
Toadjustthefade:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheFadtabonthe display.
3.Turn ⏻toadjustthesetting. - Theseettingsaresavedafterfiveseconds.
SettingtheEQ
SOUND(Equalization): Presstoselectanequalization setting.
SettingtheEQ
TosettheEQ:
- PressSOUND.
- PressthepushbuttonbelowtheP.EQtabonthe display. ThePop,Rock,Ctry,Voice,Jazz,Clas tabsappearonthedisplay.
- Pressthepushbuttonbelowthedesiredselection tosettheEQ.Pressingthesamepushbuttonagain cancelstheEQsetting.
XMSatelliteRadioService
XMisasatelliteradioservicethatisbasedinthe 48contiguousUnitedStatesand10Canadian provinces.XMSatelliteRadiohasawidevariety ofprogrammingandcommercial-freemusic, coast-to-coast,andindigital-qualitysound.Aservice feeisrequiredtoreceivetheXMservice.Formore information,contactXMatwww.xmradio.comorcall 1-800-929-2100intheU.S.andwww.xmradio.caorcall 1-877-438-9677inCanada.
RadioMessagesforXMOnly
See XMRadioMessages onpage4-63 laterinthis section for further detail.
PlayingaCD(s)
LoadingaCD(s)
TheCDplayercanholduptosixCDs.AseachCDis inserted, CDPwillappearonthedisplayandaseach CDisloading.Filecheckwillappearonthedisplay.Onceplaybackbegins, thetrackandtracknumberwill appearonthedisplay.
If the ignition or radioisturned off with a CD in the player, it will stay in the player. When a CD is in the player and the ignition is in the ON/RUN position, the radiomust be turned on before the CD will start playing. When the ignition and radio are returned on, the CD will start playing where it stopped, if it wast the last selected audiosource.
TheCDplayercanplaythesmaller8cm(3in)single CDswithanadapterring.Full-sizeCDsandthesmaller CDsareloadedinthesamemanner.
ToloadasingleCDintotheCDplayer:
- PresstheLOADbutton, amessagetoselectaslot number from 1 to 6 appears.
- Pressthedesiredslotnumber.Waitforthe messagetoinsertthedisc.
- LoadaCD.InserttheCDpartwayintotheslot, labelsideup. TheplayerwillpulltheCDin.
ToinsertmultipleCDs:
- PressandholdtheLOADbuttonfortwoseconds. Abeepsoundsandamessagetoloadmultiple discsappears.
- Followthedisplayedinstructiononwhentoinsert thediscs.TheCDplayertakesuptosixCDs.
- PresstheLOADbuttonagaintocancelloading moreCDs.
LOAD:PresstoloadCDsintotheCDplayer.
▶ TUNE (Next Track): Press ▶ TUNE to go to the nexttrack. Thetracknumberwillappearonthedisplay. TheplayerwillcontinuemovingforwardthroughtheCD witheachpressof ▶TUNE.
◀TUNE(PreviousTrack):Presstogotothestartof thecurrenttrack. Thetracknumberwillappearonthe display. Theplayerwillcontinuemovingbackward throughtheCDwitheachpressof ◀TUNE.
DSC-(PreviousCDC):Presstogobacktothestartof thepreviousCDC.
DSC+(NextCDC):Presstogoforwardtothestartof thenextCDC.
BAND: PresstolistentotheradiowhileaCDis playing. The CDremainsinsidetheradioforfuture listening.
CD/AUX: PresstoplayaCDwhenlisteningtothe radio.CDCappearsonthedisplaywhentheCDplayer has been selected. The CDsymbolwillappearonthe displaywhenaCDisloaded.
PressCD/AUXwhileaCDisplayingtopausetheCD. PAUSEflashesonthedisplay.PressCD/AUXagainto startplayingtheCD.
PressCD/AUXtoplayaCDwhenlisteningtotheaudio contentsfromotherdevice(AUXmode).CDCappears onthedisplaywhentheCDplayerhasbeenselected. TheCDsymbolwillappearonthedisplaywhenaCDis loaded.
EJECT: PresstoejectaCD. Pressandholdtoejectall CDs. The CDscanbeejected when the ignition or the radioisturnedoff.
INFO/DISP(Information/Display):Presstodisplay additionaltextinformationrelatedtothecurrentMP3/WMAsong.Achoiceofadditionalinformationsuchas: SongTitle,AlbumTitle,Artist,Bitratemayappear.
RPT(Repeat):PressthepushbuttonundertheRPTtab onthedisplaytorepeatthecurrenttrack,RPTappears onthedisplay.Pressthepushbuttonagaintostop repeat.
RDM(Random): PressthepushbuttonbelowtheRDM tabonthedisplaytoplaytracksinrandom, rather than sequential order, RDMappearsonthedisplay. Press thepushbuttonagaintostoprandomplay. Toplay tracksfromallCDsloadedintheCDplayerinrandom order, pressthepushbuttonbelowtheRDMtabuntila messagethatalldiscsarerandomizedisdisplayed. Pressthepushbuttonagaintostoprandomplay.
INT(Scan):PressthepushbuttonbelowtheINTtabon thedisplaytolistentothefirstfewsecondsofeach trackoneachCDloaded,INTROappearsonthe display.Pressthepushbuttonagaintostopscanning andthecurrenttrackbeginstoplay.
PlayinganMP3/WMACD-RDisc
TheradiohastheMP3/WMACD-Rdisccapability. For more information, see UsinganMP3 on page 4-61 laterinthissection.
CDMessages
CHECKCD: If this messaged displays and/or the CD comes out, it could be before one of the following reasons:
- Itisveryhot. Whenthetemperaturereturnsto normal, theCDshouldplay.
- Theroadisveryrough. Whentheroadbecomes smoother, the CD should play.
• TheCDisdirty, scratched, wet, or upsidedown. - Theairisveryhumid.Ifso,waitaboutanhourand tryagain.
- TheformatoftheCDmightnotbecompatible.See UsinganMP3 onpage4-61 laterinthissection.
- Therecouldhavebeenaproblemwhileburning theCD.
• ThelabelcouldbecaughtintheCDplayer.
If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD.
Ifanyerroroccursrepeatedlyorifanerrorcannotbe corrected,contactyourdealer/retailer.Iftheradio displaysanerrormessage,writeitdownandprovideit toyourdealer/retailerwhenreportingtheproblem.
CareofCDs
IfplayingaCD-R,thesoundqualitycanbereduced duetoCD-Rquality,themethodofrecording,the qualityofthemusicthathasbeenrecorded,andthe waytheCD-RorCD-RWhasbeenhandled.Handle themcarefully.StoreCD-R(s)intheiroriginalcasesor otherprotectivecasesandawayfromdirectsunlight anddust.TheCDplayerscansthebottomsurfaceof thedisc.IfthesurfaceofaCDisdamaged,suchas cracked,broken,orscratched,theCDdoesnotplay properlyornotatall.Donottouchthebottomsideof a CDwhilehandlingit;thiscoulddamagethesurface. PickupCDsbygraspingtheouteredgesortheedge of theholeandtheouteredge.
If the surface of a CD is soiled, clean it with as soft, lint free clothordampenaclean, soft clothinamild, neutral detergents solution mixed with water. Makes sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge.
CareoftheCDPlayer
DonotaddlabelstoaCD, itcouldgetcaughtintheCD player. UseamarkingpentowriteonthetopoftheCD ifadescriptionisneeded.
DonotuseCDlenscleaners, they could damage the CDplayer.
Notice:IfalabelisaddedtoaCD,ormorethanone CDisinsertedintotheslotatatime,oranattempt ismadetoplayscratchedordamagedCDs,theCD playercouldbedamaged.WhileusingtheCD player,useonlyCDsingoodconditionwithoutany label,loadoneCDatatime,andkeeptheCDplayer andtheloadingslotfreeofforeignmaterials, liquids,anddebris.
Ifanerrordisplays,see "CDMessages"earlierinthis section.
UsingtheAuxiliaryInputJack
Theradiosystemhasa3.5mm(1/8in)auxiliaryinput jacklocatedonthelowerrightsideofthefaceplate. Thisisnotanaudiooutput;donotplugtheheadphone setintothefrontauxiliaryinputjack.Anexternalaudio devicesuchasaniPod,laptopcomputer,MP3player, CDchanger,etc.canbeconnectedtothe3.5mm (1/8in)auxiliaryinputjackforuseasanotheraudio source.
Drivers are encouraged to setup any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in P (Park). See Defensive Driving on page 5-2 form more information on driver distraction.
Touseaportableaudioplayer,connecta3.5mm (1/8in)cabletotheradio'sfrontauxiliaryinputjack. Whenadeviceisconnected,presstheradioCD/AUX buttontobeginplayingaudiofromthedeviceoverthe vehiclespeakers.
(Power/Volume): Turntoadjustthevolume. Additional volume adjustments may have to be made from the portable device if the volume is too quiet or too loud.
CD/AUX(Auxiliary):PresstoplayaCDwhilea portableaudiodeviceisplaying.PressCD/AUXa secondtimeforthesystemtobeginplayingaudiofrom theconnectedportableaudioplayer.Theportableaudio devicecontinuesplayinguntilisturnedoff.
UsinganMP3
MP3/WMACD-RDisc
MP3Format
If you burn your own MP3/WM Adisconapersonal computer:
- MakesuretheMP3/WMAfilesarerecordedona CD-Rdisc.
- DonotmixstandardaudioandMP3/WMAfileson onedisc.
- MakesureeachMP3/WMAfilehasa.m3uor.wmaextension,otherfileextensionsmightnotwork.
- Filescanberecordedwithavarietyoffixedor variablebitrates.Songtitle,artistname,and albumareavailablefordisplaybytheradiowhen recordedusingID3tagsversion1and2.
- Makesuretofinalizethediscwhenburningan MP3/WMAdisc, usingmultiplesessions. It is usually better to burn the discallatonce.
Theplayerisabletoreadandplayamaximumof 50folders,fivesessions,and999files.Longfilenames andfoldernamescanusemorediscmemoryspace thannecessary.Toconservespaceonthedisc,
minimizethelengthofthefileandfoldernames.An MP3/WMACDthatwasrecordedusingnofilefolders canalsobeplayed.Thesystemcansupportuptoeight foldersindepth,though,keepthedepthofthefoldersto aminimuminordertokeepdownthecomplexityand confusionintryingtolocateaparticularfolderduring playback.IfaCDcontainsmorethanthemaximumof 50folders,fivesessions,and999files,theplayerlets youaccessandnavigateuptothemaximum,butall itemsoverthemaximumareignored.
RootDirectory
Therootdirectoryistreatedasafolder.lftheroot directoryhascompressedaudiofiles,thedirectoryis displayedasROOT.Allfilescontaineddirectlyunder therootdirectoryareaccessedpriortoanyother directory.
EmptyDirectoryorFolder
Ifarootdirectoryorafolderexistssomewhereinthe filestructurethatcontainsonlyfolders/subfoldersand nocompressedfilesdirectlybeneaththem,theplayer advancestothenextfolderinthefilestructurethat containscompressedaudiofiles.Theemptyfolderdoes notdisplay.
NoFolder
WhenaCDcontainsonlycompressedfiles, thefiles are located undertherootfolder. Thenextandprevious folderfunctiondoesnotfunctiononaCDthatwas recorded without foldersorplaylists. Whendisplaying thenameofthefoldertheradiodisplaysROOT.
WhenaCDcontainsonlycompressedaudiofiles,but no folders,allfilesarelocatedundertherootfolder. Whetheradiodisplaysthenameofthefolder,the radiodisplaysROOT.
OrderofPlay
The player play will begin from the first track under the root directory. When all tracks from the root directory have been played, play will continue from files according to their numeric listing. After playing the last track from the last folder, the player will begin playing again at the first track of the first folder or root directory.
FileSystemandNaming
ThesongnameintheID3tagisdisplayed.Ifthesong nameisnotpresentintheID3tag,thentheradio displaysthefilenamewithouttheextension(suchas MP3/WMA)instead.
Tracknameslongerthan32charactersorfourpages areshortened. Partsofwordsonthelastpageoftext andtheextensionofthefilenamedoesnotdisplay.
PlayinganMP3/WMA
WiththeignitionintheON/RUNposition,insertaCD partwayintotheslot,labelsideup. Theplayerpullsthe discin. TheCDshouldbeginplaying. Aseachnew trackstartstoplay, thetracknumber, and thesong namewillappearonthedisplay. If theignitionorradio isturnedoffwithaCDintheplayer, it will stay in the player. When a CDisintheplayer and the ignition is turnedon, theradiomustbeturnedon before the CD will start playback. When theignitionandradio are turnedon, the CDwill start playing where it stopped, if it wasthelastselected audiosource.
TheCDplayercanplaythesmaller8cm(3in)single CDswithanadapterring.Full-sizeCDsandthesmaller CDsareloadedinthesamemanner.
SoundqualitymaybereducedduetoCD-Rquality, the methodofrecording, thequalityofthemusicthathas beenrecorded, andthewaytheCD-Rhasbeen handled.
DIR(Directory): Presstorepeatthetracksinthe currentdirectory.DIRdisplays.
PressDIRagaintorepeatthetracksinallofthe directories.ALLdisplays.
PressDIRagaintoturnoffrepeatplay.
▶SEEK◀(Next/PreviousFolder)(inMP3/WMA Mode):Presstochangethefolder.IfCD-Rdoesnot haveanyfolders,"ROOT"flashesonthedisplayfora shorttime.
▶TUNE(NextTrack):PresstheupTUNEarrowtogo tothenexttrack. Thetracknumberdisplays. Theplayer continuesmovingforwardthroughtheCDeachtime TUNEispressed.
◀TUNE(PreviousTrack):PressthedownTUNE arrowtogotothestartofthecurrenttrack. Thetrack numberdisplays. Theplayercontinuesmoving backwardthroughtheCDeachtimeTUNEispressed.
INFO/DISP(Information/Display):Presstodisplay additionaltextinformationrelatedtothecurrentMP3/WMAsong.Achoiceofadditionalinformationsuchas: SongTitle,AlbumTitle,andArtist.Bitratemightalso display.
When information is not available, No Infodisplays.
Pressthisbuttonforlongerthantwosecondstochange displaymode.
SCROLL(MP3/WMAModeOnly):PresstheSOUND buttonforlongerthantwoseconds. Thesongtitleor otheravailableinformationofasongscrollson/off. The offsetisscrollon. Thescrollmodecanbechangedonly whentheSOUNDbuttonispressedforlongerthan twoseconds.
XMRadioMessages
UPDATING: The encryption code in the receiver is being updated, and no action is required. This process should taken longer than 30 seconds.
NOSIGNAL: Thesystemisfunctioningcorrectly, but thevehicleisinalocationthatisblockingtheXM ^™ signal. Whenthevehicleismovedintoanopenarea, thesignalshouldreturn.
LOADING: The audiosystemis acquiring and processing audio and text data. No action is needed. This messages should disappear shortly.
OFFAIR: Thischannelisnotcurrentlyinservice. Tune intoanotherchannel.
CHUNAVAILABLE: This previously assigned channel isnolongerassigned. Tunetoanotherstation. If this station was one of the presets, choose another station for that preset button.
RADIOID: Iftunedtochannel0, thismessage alternates with the XM™ Radio8digitradioIDlabel. This label is needed to activate the service.
CHECKXMTUNER: If this messaged does not clear within a short period of time, there are ever could have a fault. Consult with your dealer/retailer.
AudioSteeringWheelControls

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PWR MODE SEEKFrontViewoftheSteering WheelControls

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+VOLUME- -SideViewoftheVolume Control
If the vehicle has this feature, some audio control can be adjusted at the steering wheel.
PWR(Power):Pressandreleasetoturnthesystemon andoff.
Whenthesystemison, pressandreleaseforashort timetomutethesystem. Pressandreleaseagain to turnthesoundbackon.
+VOLUME-:Pressthetogglebarlocatedbelowthe +VOLUME-toadjustthevolume.Presstheleftsideof theogglebar,belowthe+(plus)signtoincreasethe volume.Presstherightsideofthetogglebar,belowthe -(minus)signtodecreasethevolume.
MODE: Pressandreleasethisbuttonmultipletimesto cyclethroughtheaudioplaybackoptionsthatare availableonthevehicle. OptionsmayincludeFM,AM, XM,CD,andAUX.
SEEK: Pressandreleasetogotothenextpreset station.
PressandholdforalongtimetogotothenextAM,FM, orXMstation. Theradioseeksstationsonlywitha strongsignalthatareintheselectedband.
WhenplayingaCD, pressandreleasetogotothenext track. Pressandholdtofastforwardthroughthetracks.
RadioReception
Frequencyinterferenceandstaticcanoccurduring normalradioreceptionifitemssuchascellphone chargers,vehicleconvenienceaccessories,and externalelectronicdevicesarepluggedintothe accessorypoweroutlet.Ifthereisinterferenceorstatic, unplugtheitemfromtheaccessorypoweroutlet.
AM
TherangeformostAMstationsisgreaterthanforFM, especiallyatnight. Thelongerrangecancausestation frequenciestointerferewitheachother. Forbetterradio reception, mostAMradiostationsboostthepower levelsduringtheday, and thenreducetheselevels duringthenight. Staticcanalsooccurwhenthingslike stormsandpowerlinesinterferewithradioreception. Whenthishappens, tryreducingthetrebleontheradio.
FMStereo
FMsignalsonlyreachabout10to40miles(16to65km). Althoughtheradiohasabuilt-inelectroniccircuitthat automaticallyworkstoreduceinterference,somestatic canoccur,especiallyaroundtallbuildingsorhills, causingthesoundtofadeinandout.
XM™SatelliteRadioService
XMSatelliteRadioServicegivesdigitalradioreception fromcoast-to-coastinthe48contiguousUnitedStates, andinCanada.JustaswithFM,tallbuildingsorhills caninterferewithsatelliteradiosignals,causingthe soundtofadeinandout.Inaddition,travelingor standingunderheavyfoliage,bridges,garages, ortunnelsmaycauselossoftheXMsignalforaperiod oftime.
CellularPhoneUsage
Cellularphoneusagemaycauseinterferencewiththe vehicle'sradio. Thisinterferencemayoccurwhen makingorreceivingphonecalls,chargingthephone's battery,orsimplyhavingthephoneon. This interferencecausesanincreasedlevelofstaticwhile listeningtotheradio.Ifstaticisreceivedwhilelistening totheradio,unplugthecellularphoneandturnitoff.
FixedMastAntenna(Hatchback)
VehicleswithoutOnStar ^® haveafixedmastantenna thatcanwithstandmostcarwasheswithoutbeing damaged.Ifthemastshouldeverbecomeslightlybent, straightenitoutbyhand.Ifthemastisbadlybent, replaceit.
Checkoccasionallytomakesurethemastisstill tightenedtotheantennabaselocatedontheroofthe vehicle. Iftighteningisrequired, tightenbyhand.
BackglassAntenna(Sedan)
VehicleswithoutOnStar ^® havetheAM-FMantenna integratedwiththerearwindowdefogger,locatedinthe rearwindow.Makesurethattheinsidesurfaceofthe rearwindowisnotscratchedandthatthelinesonthe glassarenotdamaged.Iftheinsidesurfaceis damaged,itcouldinterferewithradioreception.Also, forproperradioreception,theantennaconnectoratthe top-centeroftherearwindowneedstobeproperly attachedtothepostontheglass.
Notice: Usingarazorbladeorsharpobjecttoclear theinsiderearwindowcandamagetherearwindow antennaand/ortherearwindowdefogger.Repairs wouldnotbecoveredbythevehiclewarranty.Do notcleartheinsiderearwindowwithsharpobjects.
Notice: Donotapplyaftermarketglasstintingwith metallicfilm. Themetallicfilminsometinting materialswillinterferewithordistorttheincoming radioreception. Anydamagecausedtoyour backglassantennaduetometallictintingmaterials willnotbecoveredbythevehiclewarranty.
Because this antennais built into the rear window, there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals.
Ifstaticisheardontheradio,whentherearwindow defoggeristurnedon,itcouldmeanthatadefogger gridlinehasbeendamaged.Ifthisistrue,thegridline mustberepaired.
Ifaddingacellulartelephonetothevehicle, and the antennaneedstobeattachedtotheglass, makesure thatthegridlinesfortheAM-FMantennaarenot damaged. Thereisenoughspacebetweenthegrid linestoattachacellulartelephoneantennawwithout interferingwithradioreception.
Multi-BandAntenna
VehicleswithOnStar ^® haveamulti-bandantennathatis locatedontheroofthevehicle.Theantennaisused fortheAM/FMradio,OnStar ^® andtheXM ^™ Satellite RadioServiceSystem.Keeptheantennaclearof obstructionsforclearreception.Ifthevehiclehasa sunroof,theperformanceoftheAM/FMradio,OnStar ^® , andtheXMsystemmaybeaffectedifthesunroof isopen.
Section5DrivingYourVehicle
YourDriving,theRoad,andtheVehicle....5-2
DefensiveDriving....5-2
DrunkDriving....5-2
ControlofaVehicle....5-3
Braking....5-3
AntilockBrakeSystem(ABS)......5-4
BrakinginEmergencies....5-5
Steering....5-5
Off-RoadRecovery....5-7
Passing....5-7
LossofControl....5-8
DrivingatNight....5-9
DrivinginRainandonWetRoads....5-9
BeforeLeavingonaLongTrip....5-10
HighwayHypnosis....5-10
HillandMountainRoads....5-11
WinterDriving....5-12
IfYourVehicleisStuckinSand,Mud,Ice, orSnow....5-14
RockingYourVehicletoGetItOut....5-14
LoadingtheVehicle....5-15
Towing 5-21
TowingYourVehicle....5-21
RecreationalVehicleTowing....5-21
TowingaTrailer....5-23
YourDriving,theRoad,andthe Vehicle
DefensiveDriving
Defensivedrivingmeans“alwaysexpectthe unexpected.”Thefirststepindrivingdefensivelyisto wearyoursafetybelt—See SafetyBelts: TheyArefor Everyoneonpage2-14.

WARNING:
Assumethatotherroadusers(pedestrians, bicyclists,andotherdrivers)aregoingtobe carelessandmakemistakes.Anticipatewhatthey mightdoandbeready.Inaddition:
- Allowenoughfollowingdistancebetweenyou andthedriverinfrontofyou.
• Focusonthetaskofdriving.
Driverdistractioncancausecollisionsresultingin injuryorpossibledeath. Thesesimpledefensive drivingtechniquescouldsaveyourlife.
DrunkDriving

WARNING:
Drinkingandthendrivingisverydangerous.Your reflexes,perceptions,attentiveness,andjudgment canbeaffectedbyevenasmallamountof alcohol.Youcanhaveaserious—oreven fatal—collisionifyoudriveafterdrinking.Donot drinkanddriveorridewithadriverwhohasbeen drinking.Ridehomeinacab;orifyouarewitha group,designateadriverwhowillnotdrink.
Deathandinjuryassociatedwithdrinkinganddrivingis aglobaltragedy.
Alcohol affects four things that any one need to drive a vehicle: judgment, muscular coordination, vision, and attentiveness.
Policerecordsshowthatalmost40percentofallmotor vehicle-relateddeathsinvolvealcohol.Inmostcases, thesedeathsaretheresultofsomeonewhowas drinkinganddriving.Inrecentyears,morethan 17,000annualmotorvehicle-relateddeathshavebeen associatedwiththeuseofalcohol,withabout 250,000peopleinjured.
Forpersonsunder21,itisagainstthelawineveryU.S. statetodrinkalcohol.Therearegoodmedical, psychological,anddevelopmentalreasonsfor theselaws.
Theobviouswaytoeliminatetheleadinghighway safetyproblemisforpeoplenevertodrinkalcoholand thendrive.
Medicalresearchshowsthatalcoholinaperson's systemcanmakecrashinjuriesworse,especially injuriestothebrain,spinalcord,orheart. Thismeans thatwhenanyonewhohasbeendrinking—driveror passenger—isinacrash,thatperson'schanceof beingkilledorpermanentlydisabledishigherthanifthe personhadnotbeendrinking.
ControlofaVehicle
The following three system shelpto control the vehicle while driving—brakes, steering, and accelerator. At times, as which driving on snow orice, it is easy to ask more of those control system sthan the tires and road can provide. Meaning, you can lose control of the vehicle.
Addingnon-dealer/non-retaileraccessoriescanaffect vehicleperformance.SeeAccessoriesand Modificationsonpage6-4.
Braking
See Brake System Warning Lighton page 4-28.
Brakingactioninvolvesperceptiontimeandreaction time.Decidingtopushthebrakepedalisperception time.Actuallydoingitisreactiontime.
Averagereactiontimeisaboutthree-fourthsofa second. Butthatisonlyanaverage. Itmightbeless withonedriverandaslongastwoorthreesecondors morewithanother. Age, physicalcondition, alertness, coordination, andeyesightallplayapart. Sodoalcohol, drugs, andfrustration. Buteveninthree-fourthsofa second, avehiclemovingat100km/h(60mph)travels 20m(66feet). Thatcouldbealotofdistanceinan emergency, sokeepingenoughspacebetweenthe vehicleandothersisimportant.
And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road, whether it is pavement or gravel; the condition of the road, whether it is wet, dry, or icy; tiretread; the condition of the brakes; the weight of the vehicle; and the amount of brake force applied.
Avoidneedlessheavybraking.Somepeopledrivein spurts,heavyaccelerationfollowedbyheavybraking, ratherthankeepingpacewithtraffic.Thisisamistake. Thebrakesmightnothavetimetocoolbetweenhard stops.Thebrakeswillwearoutmuchfasterwithalotof heavybraking.Keepingpacewiththetrafficand allowingrealisticfollowingdistanceseliminatesalotof unnecessarybraking.Thatmeansbetterbrakingand longerbrakelife.
Iftheengineeverstopswhilethevehicleisbeing driven,brakenormallybutdonotpumpthebrakes. Ifthebrakesarepumped,thepedalcouldgetharderto pushdown.Iftheenginestops,therewillstillbesome powerbrakeassistbutilwillbeusedwhenthebrakeis applied.Oncethepowerassistisusedup,itcantake longertostopandthebrakepedalwillbeharder topush.
Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affect vehicle performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 6-4.
AntilockBrakeSystem(ABS)
The vehicle might have the Antilock Brake System (ABS), an advanced electronic braking system that helps prevent abrakingskid.

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(ABS)If the vehicle has ABS, this warning light comes on briefly when the vehicle is started.
Thewarninglightisontheinstrumentpanelcluster. SeeAntilockBrakeSystem(ABS)WarningLight on page 4-29.
Letussaytheroadiswetandyouaredrivingsafely. Suddenly,ananimaljumpsoutinfrontofyou.Youslam onthebrakesandcontinuebraking.Hereiswhat happenswithABS:
Acomputersensesthatthewheelsareslowingdown. Ifoneofthewheelsisabouttostoprolling, the computerwillseparatelyworkthebrakesateachwheel.
ABScanchangethebrakepressuretoeachwheel, as required, faster than any driver could. This can help the driver steer around the obstacle while braking hard.
Asthebrakesareapplied, thecomputerkeeps receivingupdatesonwheelspeedandcontrolsbraking pressureaccordingly.
Remember:ABSdoesnotchangethetimeneededto getafootuptothebrakepedaloralwaysdecrease stoppingdistance.Ifyougettococlosetothevehiclein frontofyou,therewillnotbeenoughtimetoapplythe brakesifthatvehiclesuddenlyslowsorstops.Always leaveenoughroomupaheadtostop,evenwithABS.
UsingABS
Donotpumpthebrakes.Justholdthebrakepedal downfirmlyandletantilockwork.Aslightbrakepedal pulsationmightbefeltorsomenoisemightbeheard, butthisisnormal.
BrakinginEmergencies
Atsometime, nearly every driver gets into asituation that requires hard braking.
IfthevehiclehasABS,itallowsthedrivertosteerand brakeatthesametime.However,ifthevehicledoes nothaveABS,thefirstreaction-tohitthebrakepedal hardandholditdown-mightbethewrongthingtodo. Thewheelscanstoprolling.Oncetheydo,thevehicle cannotrespondtothedriver'ssteering.Momentumwill carryitinwhateverdirectionitwasheadedwhenthe wheelsstoppedrolling.Thatcouldbeofftheroad,into theverythingthedriverwastryingtoavoid,orinto traffic.
If the vehicle does not have ABS, use a "squeeze" braking technique. This gives maximum braking while maintaining steering control. Do this bypassing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure.
Inanemergency, you will probably want to queue the brakes hard without locking the wheels. If you hear or feel the wheel sliding, ease off the brake pedal. This helps retain steering control. With ABS, it is different. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) on page 5-4.
In many emergencies, steering can help more than even the every best braking.
Steering
PowerSteering
If power steering assistis lost because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, the vehicle can be steered but it will take more effort.
SteeringTips
Itisimportanttotakecurvesatareasonablespeed.
Tractioninacurvedependsontheconditionofthetires andtheroadsurface,theangleatwhichthecurveis banked,andvehiclespeed.Whileinacurve,speedis theonefactorthatcanbecontrolled.
If there is an eedtoreducespeed, doit before entering the curve, while the front wheels are straight.
Trytoadjustthespeedsoyoucandrivethroughthe curve. Maintainareasonable, steadyspeed. Waitto accelerateuntiloutofthecurve, and thenaccelerate gentlyintothestraightaway.
SteeringinEmergencies
Therearetimeswhensteeringcanbemoreeffective thanbraking. Forexample,youcomeoverahilland findatruckstoppedinyourlane,oracarsuddenlypulls outfromnowhere,orachilddartsoutfrombetween parkedcarsandstopsrightinfrontofyou. These problemscanbeavoidedbybraking—ifyoucanstop intime.Butsometimesyoucannotstopintimebecause thereisnoroom.Thatisthetimeforevasive action—steeringaroundtheproblem.
The vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply the brakes—but, unless the vehicle has antilock brakes, not enough to lock the wheels. See Braking on page 5-3 . It is better to remove as much speed as possible from a collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left or right depending on the space available.

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Line drawing of a person driving a car with steering wheel and dashboard (no text or symbols)Anemergencylikethisrequirescloseattentionanda quickdecision. If holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 30' clock positions, it can be turned a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you haveto act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straight the wheel once you have avoided the object.
The fact that such a chemergency situations are always possible, is good because to practice defensive driving at all times and wears safety belts properly.
Off-RoadRecovery
The vehicle's right wheels scandropoff the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving.

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Passing
Passinganothervehicleonatwo-laneroadcanbe dangerous. Toreducetheriskofdangerwhilepassing:
- Lookdowntheroad,tothesides,andto crossroadsforsituationsthatmightaffecta successfulpass.lfindoubt,wait.
- Watchfortrafficsigns, pavementmarkings, and linesthatcouldindicateaturnoranintersection. Nevercrossasolidordouble-solidlineonyour sideofthelane.
- Donotgettooclosetothevehicleyouwantto pass.Doingsocanreduceyourvisibility.
• Waityourturntopassaslowvehicle. - Whenyouarebeingpassed,easetotheright.
LossofControl
Letusreviewwhatdrivingexpertssayaboutwhat happenswhenthethreecontrolsystems—brakes, steering, and acceleration—donothaveenough frictionwherethetiresmeettheroadtodowhatthe driverhasasked.
Inanyemergency, donotgiveup. Keeptryingtosteer and constantlyseekanescaperouteorareaofless danger.
Skidding
Inaskid, adrivercanlosecontrolofthevehicle. Defensivedriversavoidmostskidsbytaking reasonablecaresuitedtoexistingconditions, and by notoverdrivingthoseconditions. Butskidsarealways possible.
Thethreetypesofskidscorrespondtothevehicle's threecontrolsystems.Inthebrakingskid,thewheels arenotrolling.Inthesteeringorcorneringskid,too muchspeedorsteeringinacurvecausestirestoslip andlosecorneringforce.Andintheaccelerationskid, toomuchthrottlecausesthedrivingwheelstospin.
If the vehicle start to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, the vehicle may straighten out. Always beready for a second skid if it occurs.
Ofcourse, tractionisreducedwhenwater,snow,ice, gravel,orothermaterialisontheroad.Forsafety,slow downandadjustyourdrivingtotheseconditions.Itis importanttoslowdownonslipperysurfacesbecause stoppingdistancewillbelongerandvehiclecontrol morelimited.
Whiledrivingonasurfacewithreducedtraction,try yourbesttoavoidsuddensteering,acceleration, orbraking,includingreducingvehiclespeedbyshifting toalowergear.Anysuddenchangescouldcausethe tirestoslide.Youmaynotrealizethesurfaceisslippery untilthevehicleisskidding.Learntorecognizewarning clues—suchasenoughwater,ice,orpackedsnowon theroadtomakeamirroredsurface—andslowdown whenyouhaveanydoubt.
IfthevehiclehastheAntilockBrakeSystem(ABS), remember:Ithelpsavoidonlythebrakingskid.Ifthe vehicledoesnothaveABS,theninabrakingskid, wherethewheelsarenolongerrolling,releaseenough pressureonthebrakestogetthewheelsrollingagain. Thisrestoressteeringcontrol.Pushthebrakepedal downsteadilywhenyouhavetostopsuddenly.Aslong asthwheelsarerolling,youwillhavesteeringcontrol.
DrivingatNight
Nightdrivingismoredangerousthandaydriving becausesomedriversarelikelytobeimpaired—by alcoholordrugs,withnightvisionproblems,orby fatigue.
Nightdrivingtipsinclude:
- Drivedefensively.
- Donotdrinkanddrive.
- Reduceheadlampglarebyadjustingtheinside rearviewmirror.
- Slowdownandkeepmorespacebetweenyouand othervehiclesbecauseheadlampscanonlylight upsomuchroadahead.
- Watchforanimals.
• Whentired, pullofftheroad. - Donotwearsunglasses.
- Avoidstaringdirectlyintoapproachingheadlamps.
- Keepthewindshieldandallglassonyourvehicle clean—insideandout.
- Keepyoureyesmoving,especiallyduringturnsor curves.
Noonecanseeaswellatnightasinthedaytime.
But, aswegetolder, these differences increase.
A50-year-old driver might need at least twice as much light to seethes amething at night as a 20-year-old.
DrivinginRainandonWetRoads
Rainandwetroadscanreducevehicletraction and affectyourabilitytostopandaccelerate. Alwaysdrive slowerinthesetypesofdrivingconditionsandavoid drivingthroughlargepuddlesanddeep-standingor flowingwater.

WARNING:
Wetbrakescancausecrashes. They might not workaswellinaquickstopandcouldcause pullingtooneside. You could lose control of the vehicle.
Afterdrivingthroughalargepuddleofwaterora car/vehiclewash, lightlyapplythebrakepedal untilthebrakesworknormally.
Flowingorrushingwatercreatesstrongforces. Drivingthroughflowingwatercouldcauseyour vehicletobecarriedaway.Ifthishappens,you andothervehicleoccupantscoulddrown.Donot ignorepolicewarningsandbeverycautiousabout tryingtodrivethroughflowingwater.
Hydroplaning
Hydroplaningisdangerous.Watercanbuildupunder yourvehicle'stiressotheyactuallyrideonthewater. Thiscanhappeniftheroadiswetenoughandyouare goingfastenough.Whenyourvehicleishydroplaning,it haslittleornocontactwiththeroad.
Thereisnohardandfastruleabouthydroplaning. The bestadviceistoslowdownwhentheroadiswet.
OtherRainyWeatherTips
Besidesslowingdown, otherwetweatherdrivingtips include:
- Allowextrafollowingdistance.
• Passwithcaution. - Keepwindshieldwipingequipmentingoodshape.
- Keepthewindshieldwasherfluidreservoirfilled.
- Havegoodtireswithpropertreaddepth.See Tires onpage 6-51.
• Turnoffcruisecontrol.
BeforeLeavingonaLongTrip
Toprepareyourvehicleforalongtrip,considerhaving itservicedbyyourdealer/retailerbeforedeparting.
Thingstocheckonyourowninclude:
- WindshieldWasherFluid:Reservoirfull?Windows clean—insideandoutside?
• WiperBlades:Ingoodshape?
• Fuel, EngineOil, OtherFluids: Alllevelschecked?
• Lamps: Dotheyallworkandarelensesclean? - Tires: Aretreadsgood? Aretiresinflated to recommended pressure?
• WeatherandMaps:Safetotravel?Have up-to-datemaps?
HighwayHypnosis
Alwaysbealertandpayattentiontoyoursurroundings whiledriving.Ifyoubecometiredorsleepy,findasafe placetoparkyourvehicleandrest.
Otherdrivingtipsinclude:
- Keepthevehiclewellventilated.
- Keepinteriortemperaturecool.
- Keepyoureyesmoving—scantheroadahead andtothesides.
- Checktherearviewmirrorandvehicleinstruments often.
HillandMountainRoads
Drivingonsteephillsorthroughmountainsisdifferent thandrivingonflatorrollingterrain. Tipsfordrivingin theseconditionsinclude:
- Keepthevehicleservicedandingoodshape.
- Checkallfluidlevelsandbrakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission.
- Goingdownsteeporlonghills, shifttoa lowergear.
WARNING:
If you donot shiftdown, the brakes could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking over nothing down a hill. You could crash. Shift downtolet the engine assist the brakes on a steep down hills slope.
WARNING:
CoastingdownhillinN(Neutral)orwiththe ignitionoffisdangerous.Thebrakeswillhaveto doalltheworkofslowingdownandtheycould getsohotthattheywouldnotworkwell.You wouldthenhavepoorbrakingorevennonegoing downahill.Youcouldcrash.Alwayshavethe enginerunningandthevehicleingearwhen goingdownhill.
- Stayinyourownlane.Donotswingwideorcut acrossthecenteroftheroad.Driveatspeedsthat letyoustayinyourownlane.
- Topofhills: Bealert—somethingcouldbeinyour lane(stalledcar, accident).
- Payattentiontospecialroadsigns(fallingrocks area, windingroads, longgrades, passingor no-passingzones) and take appropriate action.
WinterDriving
DrivingonSnoworIce
Drivecarefullywhenthereissnoworicebetweenthe tiresandtheroad,creatinglesstractionorgrip.Wetice canoccuratabout0°C(32°F)whenfreezingrain beginstofall,resultinginevenlesstraction.Avoid drivingonweticeorinfreezingrainuntilroadscanbe treatedwithsaltorsand.
Drivewithcaution,whatevercondition.Accelerate gentlyotractionisnotlost.Acceleratingtooquickly causesthewheelstospinandmakesthesurfaceunder thetiresslick,sothereisevenlesstraction.
Trynottobreakthefragiletraction. If you accelerate too fast, the drivewheels will spin and polish the surface under the treseven more.
TheAntilockBrakeSystem(ABS) on page 5-4 improves vehicle stability during hard stopson slippery roads, but whether the vehicle has ABS not, apply the brakessooner than when nondrypavement. Without ABS, if the vehicle begins to slide, let upon the brake pedal a little and apply steady or speed pressure to get the most traction. On vehicles without ABS, braking so hard that the wheels stop rolling can cause the vehicle to slide—brakes the wheels always keep rolling so you can still steer.
Allowgreaterfollowingdistanceonanyslipperyroad andwatchforslipperyspots.Icypatchescanoccuron otherwiseclearroadsinshadedareas.Thesurfaceofa curveoranoverpasscanremainicywhenthe surroundingroadsareclear.Avoidsuddensteering maneuversandbrakingwhileonice.
Turnoffcruisecontrol, ifequipped, onslippery surfaces.
BlizzardConditions
Beingstuckinsnowcanbeinaseriousssituation.Stay withthevehicleunlessthereishelpnearby.Ifpossible, usetheRoadsideAssistanceProgram on page 8-7. Togethelpandkeepeveryoneinthevehiclesafe:
• TurnontheHazardWarningFlashers on page 4-3.
• Tiearedclothtoanoutsidemirror.

WARNING:
Snowcantrapengineexhaustunderthevehicle. Thismaycauseexhaustgasestogetinside. Engineexhaustcontainscarbonmonoxide(CO) whichcannotbeseenorsmelled.Itcancause unconsciousnessandevendeath.
Ifthevehicleisstuckinthesnow:
- Clearawaysnowfromaroundthebaseof yourvehicle,especiallyanythatisblocking theexhaustpipe.
- Checkagainfromtimetotimetobesure snowdoesnotcollectthere.
- Openawindowabout5cm(twoinches)on thesideofthevehiclethatisawayfromthe windtobringinfreshair.
- Fullyopentheairoutletsonorunderthe instrumentpanel.
- AdjusttheClimateControlsystemtoasetting that circulatestheairinsidethevehicle and setthefanspeedtothehighestsetting.See ClimateControlSystemintheIndex.
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WARNING:(Continued)
Formoreinformationaboutcarbonmonoxide,see EngineExhaustonpage3-32.
Snowcantrapexhaustgasesunderyourvehicle. ThiscancausedeadlyCO(carbonmonoxide)gas togetinside.COcouldovercomeyouandkillyou. Youcannotseeitorsmellit,soyoumightnot knowitisinyourvehicle.Clearawaysnowfrom aroundthebaseofyourvehicle,especiallyany thatisblockingtheexhaust.
Runtheengineforshortperiodsonlyasneededto keepwarm,butbecareful.
Tosavefuel, runtheengine for only short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and closet how window most of the way to save heat. Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. Moving about to keep warm also helps.
Ifittakessometimeforhelptoarrive,nowandthen whenyouruntheengine,pushtheacceleratorpedal slightlysotheenginerunsfasterthantheidlespeed. Thiskeepsthebatterychargedtorestartthevehicle andtosignalforhelpwiththeheadlamps.Dothisas littleaspossibletosavefuel.
IfYourVehicleisStuckinSand, Mud,Ice,orSnow
Slowlyandcautiouslyspinthewheelstofreethe vehiclewhenstuckinsand,mud,ice,orsnow.See RockingYourVehicletoGetItOutonpage5-14.

WARNING:
If you let your vehicle's tiresspinathighspeed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. The vehicle can overheat, causing an engine compartment fire or other damage. Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 55 km/h (35 mph) as shown on the speedometer.
Forinformationaboutusingtirechainsonthevehicle, see TireChainsonpage6-69.
RockingYourVehicletoGetItOut
Turnthesteeringwheelleftandrighttoclearthearea aroundthefrontwheels.Shiftbackandforthbetween R(Reverse)andaforwardgear,orwithamanual transmission,between1(First)or2(Second)and R(Reverse),spinningthewheelsaslittleaspossible. Topreventtransmissionwear,waituntilthewheelsstop spinningbeforeshiftinggears.Releasetheaccelerator pedalwhileshifting,andpresslightlyontheaccelerator pedalwhenthetransmissionisingear.Slowlyspinning thewheelsintheforwardandreversedirectionscauses arockingmotionthatcouldfreethevehicle.Ifthatdoes notgetthevehicleoutafterafewtries,itmightneedto betowedout.Ifthevehicledoesneedtobetowedout, see TowingYourVehicleonpage5-21.
LoadingtheVehicle
It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight or maximum load amount and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options. Twolabelson your vehicles show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label.

WARNING:
Donotloadthevehicleanyheavierthanthe GrossVehicleWeightRating(GVWR), oreitherthemaximumfrontorrearGross AxleWeightRating(GAWR).Ifyoudo,parts onthevehiclecanbreak,anditcanchange thewaythevehiclehandles.Thesecould causeyoutolosecontrolandcrash.Also, overloadingcanshortenthelifeofthe vehicle.
TireandLoadingInformationLabel

TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION
RENSEIGNEMENTS SUR LES PNEUS ET LE CHARGEMENT
SEATING CAPACITY TOTAL FRONT REAR
NOMBRE DE PLACES: TOTAL : ^ ↓ AVANT : ^ ↓ ARRIERE : ^
The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed x_000 kg or x_000 lbs. Le poids total des occupants et du chargement ne doit jamais depasser kg ou lb.
| TIRE PNEU | SIZE DIMENSIONS | COLD TIRE PRESSURE PRESSION DES PNEUS A PROID | SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION |
| FRONT AVANT | XXXX/XXRXX | XXX kPa, XX PSI | VOIR LE MANUEL DE L'USAGER |
| REAR ARRÈRE | XXXX/XXRXX | XXX kPa, XX PSI | POUR PLUS DE RENSEIGNÉMENTS |
| SPANE DE SEOURS | XXXX/XXXXX | XXX kPa, XX PSI |

LabelExample
AvehiclespecificTireandLoadingInformation labelisattachedtothevehicle'scenter pillar(B-pillar).Withthedriver'sdooropen,you willfindthelabelattachedbelowthedoorlock post(striker).TheTireandLoadingInformation labelshowsthenumberofoccupantseating positions(A),andthemaximumvehiclecapacity weight(B)inkilogramsandpounds.
The Tire and Loading Information label also show the tiresize of the originalequipment tires (C) and there recommended cold tire inflation pressures (D). Form more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 6-51 and Inflation-Tire Pressure on page 6-58.
Thereisalsoimportantloadinginformationonthe Certificationlabel.See“CertificationLabel”laterin thissection.
StepsforDeterminingCorrectLoadLimit
- Locatethatement "Thecombinedweight of occupants and cargoshouldneverexceed XXXkgorXXXlbs" on your vehicle's placard.
- Determinethecombinedweightofthedriver andpassengersthatwillberidinginyour vehicle.
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Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXXkgorXXXlbs.
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Theresultingfigureequalstheavailable amountofcargoandluggageloadcapacity. Forexample, ifthe "XXX"amountequals 1400lbsandtherewillbefive150lb passengersinyourvehicle, theamountof availablecargoandluggageloadcapacityis 650lbs(1400-750(5x150)=650lbs).
- Determinethecombinedweightofluggage andcargobeingloadedonthevehicle. That weightmaynotsafelyexceedtheavailable cargoandluggageloadcapacitycalculatedin Step4.
- If your vehicle will betowing at a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggageload capacity of your vehicle.
Yourvehicleisneitherdesignednorintendedto towatrailer.

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A - B = CExample1
| Item | DescriptionTotal | |
| A | VehicleCapacityWeightforExample1= | 1,000lbs(453kg) |
| B | SubtractOccupantWeight@150lbs(68kg)×2= | 300lbs(136kg) |
| C | AvailableOccupantandCargoWeight= | 700lbs(317kg) |

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A - B = CExample2
| ItemD | DescriptionTotal | |
| A | VehicleCapacityWeightforExample2= | 1,000lbs(453kg) |
| B | SubtractOccupantWeight@150lbs(68kg)×5= | 750lbs(340kg) |
| C | AvailableCargoWeight= | 250lbs(113kg) |

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A - B = CExample3
| Item | DescriptionTotal | |
| A | VehicleCapacityWeightforExample3= | 1,000lbs(453kg) |
| B | SubtractOccupantWeight@200lbs(91kg)×5= | 1,000lbs(453kg) |
| C | AvailableCargoWeight= | 0lbs(0kg) |
Refertoyourvehicle'stireandloadinginformation labelforspecificinformationaboutyourvehicle's capacityweightandseatingpositions.The combinedweightofthedriver,passenger,and cargoshouldneverexceedyourvehicle'scapacity weight.
CertificationLabel
MFD. BY GM DAEWOO Auto & Technology Company REPUBLIC OF KOREA
DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE
LabelExample-UnitedStates
MANUFACTURED BY GM DAEWOO AUTO & TECHNOLOGY COMPANY FABRIQUE PAR GM DAEWOO AUTO TECHNOLOGY COMPANY DATE GVWR / PNBV GAWR FRT / PNBE AV. GAWR RR / PNBE ARR



LabelExample-Canada
AvehiclespecificCertificationlabelisattachedto thecenterpillar(B-pillar),belowthedriver'sdoor latch. Thislabeltellsyouthegrossweight capacityofyourvehicle,calledtheGrossVehicle WeightRating(GVWR).TheGVWRincludesthe weightofthevehicle,allooccupants,fueland cargo.NeverexceedtheGVWRforyourvehicle, ortheGrossAxleWeightRating(GAWR)for eitherthefrontorrearaxle.
If there is a heavy load, it should be spread out. See "Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit" earlier in this section.

WARNING:
Donotloadthevehicleanyheavierthanthe GrossVehicleWeightRating(GVWR), oreitherthemaximumfrontorrearGross AxleWeightRating(GAWR).Ifyoudo,parts onthevehiclecanbreak,anditcanchange thewaythevehiclehandles.Thesecould causeyoutolosecontrolandcrash.Also, overloadingcanshortenthelifeofthe vehicle.
Notice: Overloading the vehicle may cause damage. Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Donot overload the vehicle.
If you put things inside your vehicle—like suit cases, tools, packages, or anything else—they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you havet to open quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going.

WARNING:
Thingsyouputinsideyourvehiclecanstrike andinjurepeopleinasuddenstoporturn, orinacrash.
- Putthingsinthecargoareaofyour vehicle.Trytospreadtheweightevenly.
- Neverstackheavierthings,like suitcases,insidethevehiclesothatsome ofthemareabovethetopsoftheseats.
- Donotleaveanunsecuredchildrestraint inyourvehicle.
- When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can.
- Donotleaveaseatfoldeddownunless youneedto.
Towing
TowingYourVehicle
Toavoiddamage, the disabled vehicles should be towed with all four wheel sofftheground. Consult your dealer/ retailer or a professional towingservice if the disabled vehicle must be towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 8-7.
Totowthevehiclebehindanothervehiclefor recreationalpurposes,suchasbehindamotorhome, see"RecreationalVehicleTowing"following.
RecreationalVehicleTowing
Recreationalvehicletowingmeanstowingthevehicle behindanothervehicle—suchasbehindamotorhome. Thetwomostcommontypesofrecreationalvehicle towingareknownasdinghytowinganddollytowing. Dinghytowingistowingthevehiclewithallfourwheels ontheground.Dollytowingistowingthevehiclewith twowheelsonthegroundandtwowheelsupona deviceknownasadolly.
Herearesomeimportantthingstoconsiderbefore recreationalvehicletowing:
- Whatisthetowingcapacityofthetowingvehicle? Besuretoreadthetowvehiclemanufacturer's recommendations.
- Whatisthedistancethatwillbetravelled?Some vehicleshaverestrictionsonhowfarandhowlong theycantow.
- Isthepropertowingequipmentgoingtobeused? Seeyourdealer/retailerortraileringprofessional foradditionaladviceandequipment recommendations.
- Isthevehiclereadytobetowed?Justaspreparing thevehicleforalongtrip,makesurethevehicleis preparedtobetowed.SeeBeforeLeavingona LongTriponpage5-10.
DinghyTowing

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The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. If the vehicle must be towed, a dolly should be used. See "Dolly Towing" that follows for more information.
DollyTowingFromtheFront

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Line drawing of a car being towed from a vehicle onto a flat surface (no text or symbols)The vehicle can be towed from the front using adolly. Totow the vehicle using adolly, follow these steps:
- Attachthedollytothetowvehiclefollowingthe dollymanufacturer'sinstructions.
- Drivethefrontwheelsontothedolly.
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PutanautomatictransmissioninP(Park)ora manualtransmissioninN(Neutral).
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Settheparkingbrakeandremovethekey.
- For an automatic transmission, insert the key into the shift-lock releases slot and shift to N (Neutral). See Shifting Out of Park on page 3-30.
- Clampthesteeringwheelinastraight-ahead positionwithaclampingdevicedesignedfor towing.
- Releasetheparkingbrake.
DollyTowingFromtheRear

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TowingaTrailer
The vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer.
NOTES
Section6ServiceandAppearanceCare
Service 6-4
AccessoriesandModifications......6-4
CaliforniaProposition65Warning....6-5
CaliforniaPerchlorateMaterials Requirements....6-5
DoingYourOwnServiceWork....6-5
AddingEquipmenttotheOutsideofthe Vehicle....6-6
Fuel 6-6
GasolineOctane....6-6
GasolineSpecifications....6-7
CaliforniaFuel....6-7
Additives....6-7
FuelsinForeignCountries......6-8
FillingtheTank....6-8
FillingaPortableFuelContainer......6-11
CheckingThingsUndertheHood....6-11
HoodRelease....6-12
EngineCompartmentOverview......6-14
EngineOil....6-15
EngineOilLifeSystem....6-18
EngineAirCleaner/Filter....6-19
AutomaticTransmissionFluid......6-20
ManualTransmissionFluid....6-23
HydraulicClutch....6-23
CoolingSystem....6-24
EngineCoolant....6-25
EngineOverheating....6-30
PowerSteeringFluid....6-32
WindshieldWasherFluid....6-33
Brakes....6-34
Battery....6-37
JumpStarting....6-38
Headlamp Aiming 6-43
Bulb Replacement 6-43
HalogenBulbs....6-43
Headlamps....6-44
FrontTurnSignal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps....6-45
CenterHigh-MountedStoplamp(CHMSL) (Hatchback)....6-47
Section6ServiceandAppearanceCare
CenterHigh-MountedStoplamp(CHMSL)
(Sedan)....6-47
Taillamps, TurnSignal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps
andBack-upLamps....6-48
LicensePlateLamp....6-49
ReplacementBulbs....6-49
WindshieldWiperBladeReplacement....6-50
Tires 6-51
TireSidewallLabeling....6-52
Tire Terminology and Definitions......6-55
Inflation-TirePressure....6-58
TirePressureMonitorSystem....6-59
TirePressureMonitorOperation......6-60
TireInspectionandRotation....6-62
When It Is Time for New Tires....6-64
BuyingNewTires....6-64
DifferentSizeTiresandWheels......6-66
UniformTireQualityGrading....6-66
WheelAlignmentandTireBalance......6-68
WheelReplacement....6-68
TireChains....6-69
IfaTireGoesFlat....6-69
ChangingaFlatTire....6-70
RemovingtheSpareTireandTools......6-71
RemovingtheFlatTireandInstallingthe
SpareTire....6-73
StoringaFlatorSpareTireandTools......6-78
CompactSpareTire....6-78
Appearance Care 6-79
InteriorCleaning....6-79
Fabric/Carpet....6-80
Leather....6-81
InstrumentPanel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces......6-81
CareofSafetyBelts....6-82
Weatherstrips....6-82
WashingYourVehicle....6-82
CleaningExteriorLamps/Lenses......6-82
FinishCare....6-83
WindshieldandWiperBlades......6-83
Section6ServiceandAppearanceCare
AluminumWheels....6-84
Tires....6-84
SheetMetalDamage....6-84
FinishDamage....6-85
UnderbodyMaintenance....6-85
ChemicalPaintSpotting....6-85
Vehicle Identification 6-86
VehicleIdentificationNumber(VIN)......6-86
ServicePartsIdentificationLabel......6-86
Electrical System 6-86
Add-OnElectricalEquipment....6-86
HeadlampWiring....6-87
WindshieldWiperFuses......6-87
PowerWindowsandOtherPowerOptions.....6-87
FusesandCircuitBreakers....6-87
InstrumentPanelFuseBlock....6-88
EngineCompartmentFuseBlock....6-89
Capacities and Specifications 6-93
Service
Forserviceandpartsneeds,visityourdealer/retailer. YouwillreceivegenuineGMpartsandGM-trainedand supportedservicepeople.
GenuineGMpartshaveoneofthesemarks:


Parts

Goodwrench.

Accessories
AccessoriesandModifications
When non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added to the vehicle, they can affect vehicle performance and safety, including such things as airbags, braking, stability, ride and handling, emission systems, aerodynamics, durability, and electronics systems like antilock brakes, traction control, and stability control. Some of these accessories could deven cause malfunction on damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Damageetovehiclecomponentsresultingfromthe installationoruseofnon-GMcertifiedparts,including controlmodulemodifications,isnotcoveredunderthe termsofthevehiclewarrantyandmayaffectremaining warrantycoverageforaffectedparts.
GMAccessoriesaredesignedtocomplementand functionwithothersystemsonthevehicle.YourGM dealer/retailercanaccessorizethevehicleusing genuineGMAccessories.WhenyougotoyourGM dealer/retailerandaskforGMAccessories,you willknowthatGM-trainedandsupportedservice technicianswillperformtheworkusinggenuineGM Accessories.
Also, see Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2-71.
CaliforniaProposition65Warning
Mostmotorvehicles, including this one, contain and/or emitchemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many fluids, and some component wear by products contain and/oremit these chemicals.
CaliforniaPerchlorateMaterials Requirements
Certain types of automotive applications, such as airbaginitiators, seatbeltpretensioners, and lithium batteries contained in remote keyless transmitters, may contain perchloratematerials. Special handling may be necessary. For additional information, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
DoingYourOwnServiceWork

WARNING:
Youcanbeinjuredandthevehiclecouldbe damagedifyoutrytodoserviceworkonavehicle withoutknowingenoughaboutit.
- Besureyouhavesufficientknowledge, experience, theproperreplacementparts, andtoolsbeforeattemptinganyvehicle maintenancetask.
- Besuretousethepropernuts, bolts, and otherfasteners. Englishandmetricfasteners canbeeasilyconfused. Ifthewrongfasteners areused, partscanlaterbreakorfalloff. You couldbehurt.
If doing some of your own service work, use the proper servicemanual. It tells you much more about how to servicethe vehicle than this manual can. To order the properservicemanual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 8-17.
This vehicle has an air bags system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2-70.
Keeparecordwithallpartsreceiptsandlistthe mileageandthedateofanyserviceworkperformed. SeeMaintenanceRecordonpage7-15.
AddingEquipmenttotheOutsideof theVehicle
Thingsaddedtotheoutsideofthevehiclecanaffect theairflowaroundit. Thiscancausewindnoise and canaffectfueleconomyandwindshieldwasher performance. Checkwithyourdealer/retailerbefore addingequipmenttotheoutsideofthevehicle.
Fuel
Useoftherecommendedfuelisanimportantpartof thepropermaintenanceofthisvehicle. To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance, were recommend the use of gasoline advertised as TOPTIER Detergent Gasoline.
LookfortheTOPTIERlabelonthefuelpumpto ensuregasolinemeetsenhanceddetergencystandards developedbyautocompanies.Alistofmarketers providingTOPTIERDetergentGasolinecanbefound atwww.toptiergas.com.


GasolineOctane
Useregularunleadedgasolinewithapostedoctane ratingof87orhigher.Iftheoctaneratingislessthan 87,anaudibleknockingnoise,commonlyreferredto assparkknock,mightbeheardwhendriving.Ifthis occurs,useagasolineratedat87octaneorhigher assoonaspossible.Ifheavyknockingisheardwhen usinggasolineratedat87octaneorhigher,theengine needsservice.
GasolineSpecifications
Ataminimum, gasolines should meet ASTM specification D4814 in the United States or CAN/CGSB-3.5 or 3.511 in Canada. Some gasolines contain nanoctane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienylmanganesetricarbonyl (MMT). Were recommend against the use of gasolines containing MMT. See Additives on page 6-7 for additional information.
CaliforniaFuel
IfthevehicleiscertifiedtomeetCaliforniaEmissions Standards,itisdesignedtooperateonfuelsthatmeet Californiaspecifications.Seetheunderhoodemission controllabel.Ifthisfuelisnotavailableinstates adoptingCaliforniaemissionsstandards,thevehicle willoperatesatisfactorilyonfuelsmeetingfederal specifications,butemissioncontrolsystemperformance mightbeaffected. Themalfunctionindicatorlampcould turnonandthevehiclemightfailasmog-checktest. SeeMalfunctionIndicatorLamp onpage4-31 .Ifthis occurs,returntoyourauthorizeddealer/retailerfor diagnosis.Ifitisdeterminedthattheconditioniscaused bythetypeoffuelused,repairsmightnotbecovered bythevehiclewarranty.
Additives
Toprovidecleanerair, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additive sthathelp prevent engine and fuels system deposits from forming, allowing the emission control system to work properly. In most cases, nothings should havet be added to the fuel. However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additiverequired to meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations. To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean, or if the vehicle experiences problems duetodirty injectors or valves, look for gasolinethatis advertised as TOPTIER Detergent Gasoline.
ForcustomerswhodonotuseTOPTIERDetergent Gasolineregularly,onebottleofGMFuelSystem TreatmentPLUS,addedtothefueltankateveryengine oilchange,canhelpcleandepositsfromfuelinjectors andintakevalves.GMFuelSystemTreatmentPLUSis theonlygasolineadditiverecommendedbyGeneral Motors.
Also, your dealer/retailer has additives that will help correct and prevent most deposit-related problems.
Gasolinescontainingoxygenates,suchasethersand ethanol,andreformulatedgasolinesmightbeavailable inyourarea.Werecommendthatyouusethese gasolines,iftheycomplywiththespecifications describedearlier.However,E85(85%ethanol)and otherfuelscontainingmorethan10%ethanolmustnot beusedinvehiclesthatwerenotdesignedforthose fuels.
Notice: This vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Donot use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be covered under the vehicle warranty.
Somegasolinesthatarenotreformulatedforlow emissionscancontainanoctane-enhancingadditive calledmethylcyclopentadienylmanganesetricarbonyl (MMT);asktheattendantwhereyoubuygasoline whetherthefuelcontainsMMT.Werecommendagainst theuseofsuchgasolines.FuelscontainingMMTcan reducethelifeofsparkplugsandtheperformanceof theemissioncontrolsystemcouldbeaffected.The malfunctionindicatorlampmightturnon.Ifthisoccurs, returntoyourdealer/retailerforservice.
FuelsinForeignCountries
If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel might be hard to find. Never use lead gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous station fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Tocheckthefuelavailability, askanautoclub, orcontactamajoroilcompanythatdoesbusinessin thecountrywhereyouwillbedriving.
FillingtheTank
WARNING:
Fuelvaporburnsviolentlyandafuelfirecan causebadinjuries.Tohelpavoidinjuriestoyou andothers,readandfollowalltheinstructions onthefuelpumpisland.Turnofftheengine whenrefueling.Donotsmokenearfuelorwhen refuelingthevehicle.Donotusecellularphones.
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WARNING:(Continued)
Keepsparks, flames, and smoking materials away from fuel. Donotleavethefuelpumpunattended when refueling the vehicle. This is against the law insome places. Donotre-enter the vehicle while pumping fuel. Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump fuel.

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Simple line drawing of a fuel pump inside a rounded rectangle (no text or symbols)Toopenthefuelfiller door, pulluponthe releaseleverwiththis symbolonit. Itislocated ontheflooronthe outboardsideofthe driverseat.

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Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with internal components and mounting holes (no text or symbols)Hatchbackshown.Sedansimilar
Thetetheredfuelcapislocatedbehindahingedfuel dooronthepassengersideofthevehicle.
Toremovethefuelcap,turnitslowlycounterclockwise. Thefuelcaphasaspringinit;ifthecapisreleasedtoo soon,itwillspringbacktotheright.

WARNING:
Fuelcansprayoutonyouifyyouopenthefuelcap tooquickly. Ifyouspillfuelandthensomething ignitesit, youcouldbebadlyburned. Thisspray canhappenifthetankisnearlyfull, andismore likelyinhotweather. Openthefuelcapslowly and waitforanyhissnoisetostop. Thenunscrewthe capalltheway.
Becarefulnottospillfuel.Donottopofforoverfillthe tankandwaitafewsecondsafteryouhavefinished pumpingbeforeremovingthenozzle.Cleanfuelfrom paintedsurfacesassoonaspossible.SeeWashing YourVehicleonpage6-82.
Whenreplacingthefuelcap,turnitclockwiseuntil itclicks.Makesurethecapisfullyinstalled.The diagnosticsystemcandetermineifthefuelcaphas beenleftofforimproperlyinstalled.Thiswouldallow fueltoevaporateintotheatmosphere.SeeMalfunction IndicatorLamponpage4-31.

WARNING:
Ifafirestartswhileyouarerefueling,donot removethenozzle.Shutofftheflowoffuelby shuttingoffthepumporbynotifyingthestation attendant.Leavetheareaimmediately.
Notice: Ifanewfuelcapsisneeded, besuretoget therighttype. Yourdealer/retailercangetone for you. Thewrongtypemightnotfitproperly. This can cause themalfunction indicator lamptolight and candamagethefueltankandemissionssystem. See MalfunctionIndicator Lamponpage4-31.
FillingaPortableFuelContainer

WARNING:
Neverfillaportablefuelcontainerwhileitisin thevehicle. Staticelectricitydischargefromthe containercanignitethefuelvapor.Youcanbe badlyburnedandthevehicledamagedifthis occurs.Tohelpavoidinjurytoyouandothers:
- Dispensefuelonlyintoapprovedcontainers.
- Donotfillacontainerwhileitisinsidea vehicle, inavehicle'strunk, pickupbed, or onanysurfaceotherthantheground.
- Bringthefillnozzleincontactwiththeinside ofthefilopeningbeforeoperatingthenozzle. Contactshouldbemaintaineduntilthefillingis complete.
• Donotsmokewhilepumpingfuel. - Donotuseacellularphonewhile pumpingfuel.
CheckingThingsUnder theHood

WARNING:
Anelectricfanunderthehoodcanstartupand injureyouevenwhentheengineisnotrunning. Keephands,clothing,andtoolsawayfromany underhoodelectricfan.

WARNING:
Thingsthatburncangetonhotenginepartsand startafire. Theseincludeliquidslikefuel,oil, coolant,brakefluid,windshieldwasherandother fluids,andplasticorrubber.Youorotherscould beburned.Becarefulnottodroporspillthings thatwillburnontoahotengine.
HoodRelease
Toopenthehood:

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Simple line drawing of a car inside a dome-shaped container (no text or symbols)- Pullthehoodrelease handleinsidethe vehicle. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel.

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Line drawing of a mechanical device with a lever and handle, showing motion direction (no text or symbols)- Atthefrontofthevehicle, liftuponthesecondary hoodreleaselever, locatedunderthefrontcenter ofthehood.

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Mechanical assembly diagram showing a lever mechanism with an inset close-up of a mechanical component (no text or symbols)- Liftthehoodandreleasethehoodpropfromits retainer, locatedontheundersideofthehood. Securelyplacethehoodpropintotheslotonthe innerfender.
Toclosethehood:

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Technical line drawing of a car's front suspension bracket assembly (no text or symbols)- Beforeclosingthehood, besureallthefillercaps areonproperly. Then, liftthehoodtorelieve pressureonthehoodprop. Removethehoodprop fromtheslotintheinnerfenderandreturntheprop toitsretainer. Theproprodmustclickintoplace whenreturningittotheretainertopreventhood damage.
- Lowerthehood30cm(12inches)above the vehicle and release it soitfully latches. Check to make sure the hood disclosed and repeat the process if necessary.
EngineCompartmentOverview

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A B C D E F G H I JAutomaticTransmissionshown,ManualTransmissionsimilar
A. EngineAirCleaner/Filteronpage6-19.
B. EngineOilFillCap. See "WhentoAddEngineOil" underEngineOilonpage6-15.
C.Brake/ClutchFluidReservoir.See"BrakeFluid" underBrakes onpage 6-34 andHydraulicClutch onpage 6-23.
D. EngineCoolantSurgeTank.SeeCoolingSystem onpage 6-24 .
E. Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 6-89.
F.Batteryonpage6-37.
G. Windshield WasherFluid Reservoir. See "Adding WasherFluid" under Windshield WasherFluid on page 6-33.
H.EngineOilDipstick.See"CheckingEngineOil" underEngineOilonpage6-15.
I. Automatic Transmission Dipstick. See Automatic Transmission Fluidonpage 6-20.
J.PowerSteeringFluidReservoir.SeePower SteeringFluidonpage6-32.
EngineOil

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Simple line drawing of a boat with a handle and water droplet (no text or symbols)If the engine oil pressure light comes on, check the engine oil level right away.
Theoilpressurelightisontheinstrumentpanelcluster. SeeOilPressureLight onpage4-33 .Checkthe engineoillevelregularly;thisisanaddedreminder.
CheckingEngineOil
Itisagoodideatochecktheengineoillevelateach fuelfill. Inordertogetanaccuratereading, theoilmust bewarmandthevehiclemustbeonlevelground.
Theengineoidipstickhandleisayellowloop. See EngineCompartmentOverview onpage6-14 forthe locationoftheengineoidipstick.
- Turnofftheengine and givetheoilseveralminutes todrainback into the oilpan. If this is not done, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level.
- Pullthedipstick and cleanit with apapertowel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down and check the level.
WhentoAddEngineOil

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MIN O MAXIf the oil is below the MIN (minimum) mark on the dipstick, add least oneliter/quart of the recommended oil. This section explains what kind of oil to use. Forengine oil crank case capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 6-93.
Notice: Donotaddtoomuchoil. If the engine has some hoil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged.
SeeEngineCompartmentOverview onpage 6-14 for the location of the engine oil fill cap.
Addenoughoiltoputthelevelsomewhereintheproper operatingrange.Pushthedipstickallthewaybackin whenthrough.
WhatKindofEngineOiltoUse
Lookforthreethings:
- GM6094M
UseonlyanoilthatmeetsGMStandard GM6094M.
- SAE5W-30
SAE5W-30isbestforthevehicle. Thesenumbers onanoilcontainershowitsviscosity,orthickness. Donotuseotherviscosityoilssuchas SAE20W-50.
• AmericanPetroleumInstitute(API)starburst symbol

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AMERICAN PETROLEUM INSTITUTE FOR GASOLINE ENGINES CERTIFIEDOilsmeetingthese requirementsshouldhave thestarburstsymbolon thecontainer. Thissymbol indicatesthattheoilhas beencertifiedbythe AmericanPetroleum Institute(API).
Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM 6094 Mand showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure to set there recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
ColdTemperatureOperation
Ifinanareaofextremecold,wherethetemperature fallsbelow-29°C(-20°F),useeitheranSAE5W-30 syntheticoiloranSAE0W-30engineoil.Bothprovide easiercoldstartingfortheengineatextremelylow temperatures.Alwaysuseanoilthatmeetstherequired specification,GM6094M.See“WhatKindofEngineOil toUse”formoreinformation.
EngineOilAdditives/EngineOil Flushes
Donotaddanythingtotheoil. Therecommended oilswiththestarburstsymbolthatmeetGMStandard GM6094Mareallthatisneededforgoodperformance andengineprotection.
Engineoilsystemflushesarenotrecommendedand couldcauseengine damagenotcoveredbythevehicle warranty.
EngineOilLifeSystem WhentoChangeEngineOil
Thisvehiclehas the Engine Oil Life System, a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change is indicated can vary considerably. For the oil lifespan to work properly, the system must be set every time the oil is changed.
Whenthesystemhascalculatedthatoillifehasbeen diminished,itindicatesthatanoilchangeisnecessary. Achangeengineoilightdisplays.Changetheoilas soonaspossiblewithinthenext1000km(600miles). Itispossiblethat,ifdrivingunderthebestconditions, theoilifesystemmightnotindicatethatanoilchange isnecessaryforoverayear.However,theengineoil andfiltermustbechangedatleastonceayearandat thistimethesystemmustbereset.Yourdealer/retailer hastrainedservicepeoplewhowillperformthiswork usinggenuinepartsandresetthesystem.Itisalso importanttochecktheoilregularlyandkeepitatthe properlevel.
If the system is ever reset accidentally, the oil must be changed at 5000 km (3,000 miles) sincethelast oil change. Remembertoreset the oil lifesystem whenever the oil is changed.
HowtoResettheEngineOilLife System
TheEngineOilLifeSystemcalculateswhentochange yourengineoilandfilterbasedonvehicleuse. Whenevertheoilischanged,resetthesystemsoit cancalculatewhenthenextoilchangeisrequired.lfa situationoccurswheretheoilischangedpriortoa changeengineoillightbeingturnedon,resetthe system.
Afterchangingtheengineoil, thesystemmustbereset:
- With the engine off, turn the ignition key to ON/RUN.
- Fullypressandreleasetheacceleratorpedal slowlythreetimeswithinfiveseconds.
- TurnthekeytoLOCK/OFF, thenstartthevehicle.
If the change engine oil light comes back on when the vehicle is started, the engine oil lifesystem has not reset. Repeat thereset procedure.
WhattoDowithUsedOil
Usedengineoilcontainscertainelementsthatcanbe unhealthyforyourskinandcouldevencausecancer. Donotletusedoilstayonyourskinforverylong.Clean yourskinandnailswithsoapandwater,oragoodhand cleaner.Washorproperlydisposeofclothingorrags containingusedengineoil.Seethemanufacturer's warningsabouttheuseanddisposalofoilproducts. Usedoilcanbeathreattotheenvironment. If you change your own oil, besuretodrain all the oil from the filter before disposal. Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, intosewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Recycle it by taking it to a placethat collects used oil.
EngineAirCleaner/Filter
Theengineaircleaner/filterislocatedintheengine compartmentonthepassengersideofthevehicle. SeeEngineCompartmentOverview onpage6-14 for moreinformationonlocation.
WhentoInspecttheEngineAir Cleaner/Filter
Inspecttheaircleaner/filterattheMaintenanceII intervalsandreplaceitatthefirstoilchangeafter each50,000mile(80000km)interval.SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 7-3 formoreinformation.Ifyou aredrivingindusty/dirtyconditions,inspectthefilterat eachengineoilchange.
HowtoInspecttheEngineAir Cleaner/Filter
Toinspecttheengineaircleaner/filter,removethefilter fromthevehicleandlightlyshakethefiltertorelease loosedustanddirt.Ifthefilterremainscakedwithdirt, anewfilterisrequired.
Toinspectorreplacetheaircleaner/filter:

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- Inspectorreplacetheengineaircleaner/filter.
- Put the recoverback on slightly and tighten the screws.
SeeScheduledMaintenance on page 7-3 for replacementintervals.
WARNING:
Operatingtheenginewiththeaircleaner/filteroff cancauseyouorotherstobeburned. Theair cleanernotonlycleanstheair;ithelpstostop flamesiftheenginebackfires. Usecautionwhen workingontheengineanddonotdrivewiththe aircleaner/filteroff.
Notice: If the aircleaner/filterisoff, dirtcaneasily get into the engine, which could damage it. Always havethe aircleaner/filterinplace when you are driving.
AutomaticTransmissionFluid WhentoCheckAutomatic TransmissionFluid
Checktheautomatictransmissionfluidlevelatleast twiceayear.Addfluidifneeded.SeeScheduled Maintenanceonpage7-3.
HowtoCheckAutomaticTransmission Fluid
Because this operation can be all tilled difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealer/retailerservice department.
If you do it yourself, besure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a falsereading on the dipstick.
Notice: Toomuchortoolittlefluidcandamagethe transmission. Toomuchcanmeanthatsomeofthe fluidcouldcomeoutandfallonhotenginepartsor exhaustsystemparts, startingafire. Toolittlefluid couldcausethetransmissiontooverheat. Besure togetanaccuratereadingifchecking the transmissionfluid.
Waitatleast30minutesbeforechecking the transmissionfluidlevelifyouhavebeendriving:
- Whenoutsidetemperaturesareabove 90°F(32°C).
• Athighspeedforquiteawhile.
• Inheavytraffic—especiallyinhotweather.
Together right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 158^ F to 176^ F ( 70^ C to 80^ C).
Getthevehiclewarmedupbydrivingabout15miles (24km)whenoutsidetemperaturesareabove50°F (10°C).Ifitiscolderthan50°F(10°C),youmayhave todrivelonger.
CheckingtheFluidLevel
Preparethevehicleasfollows:
- Parkthevehicleonalevelplace. Keep the engine running.
- With the parking brake applied, placetheshift leverinP(Park).
- With your foot on the brake pedal, movetheshift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds each range. Then, position the shift lever in P (Park).
- Let the engineer unatidle forthreet of five minutes.
Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:
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Pulloutthedipstickandwipeitwithacleanragor papertowel.
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Pushthedipstickbackinalltheway, wait threeseconds, and then pullitbackoutagain.

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Check both sides of the dipstick. The fluid should be between MIN(A) and MAX(B) mark of the hot area of the dipstick.
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If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way.
HowtoAddAutomaticTransmission Fluid
RefertotheMaintenanceScheduletodeterminewhat kindoftransmissionfluidtouse.SeeRecommended FluidsandLubricantsonpage7-11.
If the fluid level is slow, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the area between the two dimples in the hot range on the dipstick.
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Pulloutthedipstick.
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Usingalong-neckfunnel, addenoughfluidatthe dipstickholetobringittotheproperlevel. Itdoesnottakemuchfluid, generallylessthan onepint(0.5L). Donotoverfill.
Notice: Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage the vehicle, and the damages may not be recovered by the vehicle's warranty. Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricantson page 7-11.
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Afteradding fluid, recheck the fluid levels described under "How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid" earlier in this section.
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Whenthecorrectfluidlevelisobtained, pushthe dipstickbackinalltheway.
ManualTransmissionFluid
Itisnotnecessarytocheckthetransmissionfluid level. Atransmissionfluidleakistheonlyreasonfor fluidloss. Ifaleakoccurs, takethevehicletoth dealer/retailerservicedepartmentandhaveitrepaired as soonaspossible. See RecommendedFluidsand Lubricants onpage 7-11 for the properfluidtouse.
HydraulicClutch
Thereisonereservoirforboththebrakeandthe hydraulicclutchfluid.SeeBrakes onpage 6-34 for moreinformation.
Thehydraulicclutchlinkageinthevehicleis self-adjusting. Themastercylinderreservoirisfilled withhydraulicfluid.
Afluidlossinthissystemcouldindicateaproblem. Havethesysteminspectedandrepaired.
WhentoCheckandWhattoUse
RefertotheMaintenanceScheduletodeterminehow oftentocheckthefluidlevelinthemastercylinder reservoirandfortheproperfluid.SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 7-3 andRecommendedFluids andLubricantsonpage7-11.
HowtoCheckandAddFluid
Thereservoirislocatednearthebackoftheengine compartmentonthedriversideofthevehicle. SeeEngineCompartmentOverview onpage 6-14 formoreinformationonlocation.

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CoolingSystem
Thecoolingsystemallowstheenginetomaintainthe correctworkingtemperature.

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WARNING:
Anelectricenginecoolingfanunderthehoodcan startupevenwhentheengineisnotrunningand cancauseinjury.Keephands,clothing,andtools awayfromanyunderhoodelectricfan.

WARNING:
Heaterandradiatorhoses, andotherengine parts, can be very hot. Donottouch them. If you do, you can be burned.
Donotruntheengineifthereisaleak. Ifyourun theengine, itcouldloseallcoolant. Thatcould causeanenginefire, andyoucouldbeburned. Getanyleakfixedbeforeyoudrivethevehicle.
Notice: UsingcoolantotherthanDEX-COOL ^® can cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may require changing sooner, at the first maintenance service after each 30,000 miles (50000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Any repairs would not be recovered by the vehicle warranty. Always use DEX-COOL ^® (silicate-free) coolant in the vehicle.
EngineCoolant
Thecoolingsysteminthevehicleisfilledwith DEX-COOL® enginecoolant. Thiscoolantisdesigned toremaininthevehicleforfiveyearsor150,000miles (240000km),whicheveroccursfirst.
The following explains the coolingsystem and how to check and add coolant when it is slow. If there is a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 6-30.
WhattoUse

WARNING:
Addingonlyplainwatertothecoolingsystem canbedangerous. Plainwater, or some other liquids such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The vehicle's coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL ^ coolant.
Usea50/50mixtureofclean,drinkablewaterand DEX-COOL® coolant.Ifusingthismixture,nothingelse needstobeaded.Thismixture:
- Givesfreezingprotectiondownto-34°F(-37°C), outsidetemperature.
• Givesboilingprotectionupto265°F(129°C), enginetemperature.
• Protectsagainstrustandcorrosion.
• Willnotdamagealuminumparts.
• Helpskeeptheproperenginetemperature.
Notice: If an improper coolant mixture is used, the engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. To much water in them mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core, and other parts.
Notice: If extrainhibitors and or additives are used in the vehicle's cooling system, the vehicle could be damaged. Use only the proper mixture of the engine coolant listed in this manual for the cooling system. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7-11 form more information.
CheckingCoolant
The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level.
Checktoseeifcoolantisvisibleinthecoolantsurge tank. If the coolantinsidethecoolantsurgetankis boiling, donotdoanythingelseuntilcoolsdown.
Ifcoolantisvisiblebutthecoolantlevelisnotbetween theMinimumandMaximummarks,adda50/50mixture ofclean,drinkablewaterandDEX-COOL® coolantat thecoolantsurgetank,butbesurethecoolingsystem iscoolbeforethisisdone.SeeEngineCoolant on page 6-25 formoreinformation.

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WARNING:
Turningthesurgetankpressurecapwhenthe engineandradiatorarehotcanallowsteamand scaldingliquidstoblowoutandburnyoubadly. Neverturnthesurgetankpressurecap—evena little—whentheengineandradiatorarehot.
Whentheengineiscold, thecoolantlevelshouldbe betweentheMaximum(A)andMinimum(B)marks onthecoolantsurgetank. Thelevelrisesatengine operationtemperatureanddropsagainwhentheengine coolsdown.
ThecoolantshouldbebetweentheMaximum(A)and Minimum(B)marks,whentheengineiscold.Ifitisnot,therecouldbealeakinthecoolingsystem.
HowtoAddCoolanttotheCoolant SurgeTank

WARNING:
Youcanbeburnedifyouspillcoolantonhot engineparts.Coolantcontainsethyleneglycol anditwillburniftheenginepartsarehotenough. Donotspillcoolantonahotengine.
Notice: This vehicle has specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged.

WARNING:
Anelectricenginecoolingfanunderthehoodcan startupevenwhentheengineisnotrunningand cancauseinjury.Keephands,clothing,andtools awayfromanyunderhoodelectricfan.

WARNING:
Steamandscaldingliquidsfromahotcooling systemcanblowoutandburnyoubadly. They areunderpressure, andifyouturnthesurgetank pressurecap—evenalittle—theycancome outathighspeed. Neverturnthecapwhenthe coolingsystem, includingthesurgetankpressure cap, ishot. Waitforthecoolingsystemandsurge tankpressurecaptocoolifyoueverhavetoturn thepressurecap.
Ifnocoolantisvisibleinthesurgetank, addcoolantas follows:
- Removethecoolantsurgetankpressurecap whenthecoolingsystem, including the coolant surgetankpressurecap and upperradiator hose, isnolongerhot. Turn the pressure capslowly counterclockwise about two or two and one-half turns.
If you hearahiss, wait forthattostop. This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose.

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Fillthecoolantsurgetankwiththepropermixture totheMaximummarkonthecoolantsurgetank. Waitaboutfiveminutes,thenchecktoseefthe levelisbelowthemark.Ifthelevelisbelowthe Maximummark,addadditionalcoolanttobringthe leveluptothemark.
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With the coolants surgetank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan.
Bythistime, thecoolantlevelinsidethecoolant surgetankmaybelower. If the level is slower than the Maximummark, add more of the proper mixture to the coolants surgetank until the level reachesthemark.
- Replacethepressurecap.Besurethepressure capishand-tightandfullyseated.
Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Besure the cap is properly and tightly secured.
EngineOverheating
The vehicle has an indicator to warn of the engine overheating.
Thereisacoolanttemperaturegaugeontheinstrument panelcluster.SeeEngineCoolantTemperatureGauge onpage 4-30.
Youmaydecidenottoliftthehoodwhenthiswarning appears,butinsteadgetservicehelprightaway.See RoadsideAssistanceProgramonpage8-7.
If youdodecidetoliftthehood, makesurethevehicle isparkedonalevelsurface.
Thenchecktoseeiftheenginecoolingfanisrunning. Iftheengineisoverheating, thefanshouldberunning. Ifitisnot, donotcontinuetoruntheengineandhave thevehicleserviced.
Notice: Enginedamage from running the engine without coolant is not covered by the warranty.
Notice: If the engine catches fire because of being driven with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be recovered by the vehicle warranty.
IfSteamIsComingFromTheEngine Compartment

WARNING:
Steamfromanoverheatedenginecanburnyou badly,evenifyoujustopenthehood.Stayaway fromtheengineifyouseeorhearsteamcoming fromit.Justturnitoffandgeteveryoneawayfrom thevehicleuntilcoolsdown.Waituntilthereis nosignofsteamorcoolantbeforeyouopen thehood.
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If you keep driving when you are engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others could be badly burned. Stopy our engine if it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool.
IfNoSteamIsComingFromThe EngineCompartment
Ifanengineoverheatwarningisdisplayedbutnosteam canbeseenorheard,theproblemmaynotbetoo serious.Sometimesheenginecangetalittletoohot whenthevehicle:
• Climbsalonghillonahotday.
- Stopsafterhigh-speeddriving.
• Idlesforlongperiodsintraffic.
If the overheat warning is displayed with nosign of steam:
- Turntheairconditioningoff.
- Turntheheaterontothehighesttemperature and tothehighestfanspeed. Openthewindowsas necessary.
- Ifinatrafficjam, lettheengineidle in N(Neutral) while stopped. Ifitissafetodoso, pulloff the road, shift to P(Park) or N(Neutral) and let the engine idle.
If the temperature overheat gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays, the vehicle can be driven. Continuet drive the vehicles slow for about 10 minutes. Keep safe vehicle distance from the car front of you. If the warning does not come back on, continue to drive normally.
If the warning continues, pullover, stop, and park the vehiclerightaway.
Ifthereisnosignofsteam,idletheenginefor threeeminuteswhileparked.Ifthewarningisstill displayed,turnofftheengineuntilcoolsdown.
PowerSteeringFluid
WhentoCheckPowerSteeringFluid
The power steering fluid reservoir is located toward the front of the engine compartment on the driver's side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-14 for reservoir location.
Itisnotnecessarytoregularlycheckpowersteering fluidunlessyoususpectthereisaleakinthesystemor youhearanunusualnoise.Afluidlossinthissystem couldindicateaproblem.Havethesysteminspected andrepaired.
HowtoCheckPowerSteeringFluid
Turnthekeyoffandlettheenginecompartment cooldown.

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WhattoUse
Todeterminewhatkindoffluidtouse,see RecommendedFluidsandLubricants onpage7-11. Alwaysusetheproperfluid.Failureuretousetheproper fluidcancauseleaksanddamagehosesandseals.
WindshieldWasherFluid
WhattoUse
Whenyouneedwindshieldwasherfluid,besureto readthemanufacturer'sinstructionsbeforeuse.Ifyou willbeoperatingyourvehicleinanareawherethe temperaturemayfallbelowfreezing,useafluidthathas sufficientprotectionagainstfreezing.
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Notice:
- When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water.
- Donotmixwaterwithready-to-usewasher fluid.Watercancausethesolutiontofreeze anddamagethewasherfluidtankandother partsofthewashersystem.Also,waterdoes notcleanaswellaswasherfluid.
- Fillthewasherfluidtankonlythree-quarters fullwhenitisverycold. This allows for fluid expansion iffreezing occurs, which could damage the tank if it is completely full.
- Donotuseenginecoolant(antifreeze)in thewindshieldwasher.ltcandamagethe vehicle'swindshieldwashersystemand paint.
Brakes
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DOT 3The vehicle has one reservoir for both the brake and clutch hydraulic systems. It is filled with DOT3brakefluid.
SeeEngineCompartmentOverview onpage 6-14 for thelocationofthereservoir.
Thereareonlytworeasonswhythebrakefluidlevelin thereservoirmightgodown:
- Thebrakefluidlevelgoesdownbecauseofnormal brakeliningwear.Whennewliningsareinstalled, thefluidlevelgoesbackup.
- Afluidleakinthebrakeorclutchhydraulicsystem canalsocausealowfluidlevel.Havethebrakeor clutchhydraulicsystemfixed,sincealeakmeans thatsoonerolaterthebrakeswillnotworkwell.
Donottopoffthebrakefluid.Addingbrakefluiddoes notcorrectaleak.Iffluidisaddedwhentheliningsare worn,therewillbetoomuchfluidwhennewbrake liningsareinstalled.Addorremovefluid,asnecessary, onlywhenworkisdoneonthebrakeorclutchhydraulic system.
WARNING:
Iftoomuchbrakefluidisadded, itcanspillonthe engineandburn, iftheengineishotenough. You orotherscouldbeburned, andthevehiclecould bedamaged. Addbrakefluidonlywhenworkis doneonthebrakeand/orclutchhydraulicsystem.
Whenthebrakefluidfallstoalowlevel,thebrake warninglightcomeson.SeeBrakeSystemWarning Lightonpage4-28.
WhattoAdd
UseonlynewDOT3brakefluidfromasealed container.SeeRecommendedFluidsandLubricants on page7-11.
Alwayscleanthebrakefluidreservoircapandthearea aroundthecapbeforeremovingit. Thishelpskeepdirt fromenteringthereservoir.
WARNING:
Withthewrongkindoffluidinthebrakeorclutch hydraulicsystem,thebrakesorclutchmightnot workwell.Thiscouldcauseacrash.Alwaysuse theproperbrakefluid.
Notice:
- Usingthewrongfluidcanbadlydamage brakeorclutchhydraulicsystemparts. For example, justafewdropsofmineral-based oil, suchasengineoil, inthebrakeorclutch hydraulicsystemcandamagebrakeor clutchhydraulicsystempartssobadlythat theywillhavetobereplaced. Donotlet someoneputinthewrongkindoffluid.
- Ifbrakefluidisspilledonthevehicle's paintedsurfaces, thepaintfinishcanbe damaged. Becarefulnottospillbrake fluidonthevehicle. If youdo, washitoff immediately. See WashingYourVehicle on page6-82.
BrakeWear
This vehicle has front disc brakes and could haverear drum brakes or reardisc brakes.
Discbrakepadshavebuilt-inwearindicatorsthatmake ahigh-pitchedwarningsoundwhenthebrakepadsare wornandnewpadsareneeded. Thesoundcancome andgoorbeheardallthetimethevehicleismoving, exceptwhenapplyingthebrakepedalfirmly.
WARNING:
Thebrakewearwarningsoundmeansthatsoon thebrakeswillnotworkwell. Thatcouldleadto anaccident.Whenthebrakewearwarningsound isheard,havethevehicleserviced.
Notice: Continuing to drivewith worn-out brake pad could result in costly brakerepair.
Somedrivingconditionsorclimatescancauseabrake squealwhenthebrakesarefirstappliedorlightly applied. Thisdoesnotmeansomethingiswrongwith thebrakes.
Properlytorquedwheelnutsarenecessarytohelp preventbrakepulsation. Whentiresarerotated, inspectbrakepadsforwearandevenlytightenwheel nutsinthepropersequencetotorquespecificationsin CapacitiesandSpecificationsonpage6-93.
If the vehicle has reardrum brakes, they donothave wear indicators, but if a rear braker rubbing noise is heard, hav there rear brak elinings inspected immediately. Rear brakedrum should be removed and inspected each timethetiresarer removed for rotation or changing. Whenthe front brake pads are replaced, hav there rear brakes inspected, too.
Brakeliningsshouldalwaysbereplacedascomplete axlesets.
BrakePedalTravel
Seeyourdealer/retailerifthebrakepedaldoesnot returntonormalheight,orifthereisarapidincreasein pedaltravel.Thiscouldbeasignthatbrakeservice mightberequired.
BrakeAdjustment
Everymoderatebrakestop, the disc brakes adjust for wear. If rarely making moderate or heavier brake stops, the brakes might not adjust correctly. Very carefully making a few moderate brake stops about every 1600 km (1,000 miles) will adjust the brakes properly.
If the vehicle has reardrum brakes and the brake pedal goes down farther than normal, there are drum brakes might need adjustment. Adjust them by backing up and firmly applying the brakes a few times.
ReplacingBrakeSystemParts
Thebrakingsystemonvehicleiscomplex.Itsmany partshavetobeftopqualityandworkwelltogetherif thevehicleistohavereallygoodbraking.Thevehicle wasdesignedandtestedwithtop-qualitybrakeparts. Whenpartsofthebrakingsystemarereplaced—for example,whenthebrakeliningsweardownandnew onesareinstalled—besuretogetnewapproved replacementparts.Ifthisisnotdone,thebrakesmight notworkproperly.Forexample,ifsomeoneputsin brakeliningsthatarewrongforthevehicle,thebalance betweenthefrontandrearbrakescanchange—forthe worse.Thebrakingperformanceexpectedcanchange inmanyotherwaysifthewrongreplacementbrake partsareinstalled.
Battery
Refertothereplacementnumberontheoriginalbattery labelwhenanewbatteryisneeded.SeeEngine CompartmentOverview onpage6-14 forbattery location.

DANGER:
Batteryposts,terminals,andrelatedaccessories containleadandleadcompounds,chemicals known to the State of Californiatocause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
VehicleStorage

WARNING:
Batterieshaveacidthatcanburnyouandgas thatcanexplode.Youcanbebadlyhurtifyouare notcareful.SeeJumpStarting onpage6-38 for tipsonworkingaroundabatterywithout gettinghurt.
InfrequentUsage:Removetheblack,negative(-)cable fromthebatterytokeepthebatteryfromrunningdown.
ExtendedStorage:Removetheblack,negative(-) cablefromthebatteryoruseabatterytricklecharger.
JumpStarting
Ifthevehicle'sbatteryhasrundown,youmaywantto useanothervehicleandsomejumpercablestostart yourvehicle.Besuretousethefollowingstepstodoit safely.

WARNING:
Batteriescanhurtyou. They can be dangerous because:
• Theycontainacidthatcanburnyou.
• Theycontainingasthatcanexplodeorignite.
• They containenoughelectricitytoburnyou.
If you donot follow these step exactly, some or allof the things can hurt you.
Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be recovered by the warranty.
Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage the vehicle.
- Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with an negative ground system.
Notice: If the other vehicle's system is not a 12-volt system with an negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. Only use vehicles with 12-voltsystems with negative ground to jump start your vehicle.
- Getthevehiclescloseenoughsothejumper cablescanreach, but besurethevehiclesarenot touchingeachother. If they are, it could cause a groundconnection you donot want. You would not be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.
To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in N (Neutral) before setting the parking brake.
Notice: If you leave a radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. There pairs would not be covered by the warranty. Always turn off the radio and other accessories when jump starting the vehicle.
- Turnofftheignitiononbothvehicles.Unplug unnecessaryaccessoriespluggedintothe cigarettelighterortheaccessorypoweroutlet. Turnofftheradioandalllampsthatarenot needed.Thiswillavoidsparksandhelpsaveboth batteries.Anditcouldsavetheradio!
- Openthehoodsandlocatethebatteries.Find the positive(+)andnegative(-)terminallocationson eachvehicle.SeeEngineCompartmentOverview onpage6-14 formoreinformationonlocation.

WARNING:
Anelectricfancanstartupevenwhentheengine isnotrunningandcaninjureyou.Keephands, clothingandtoolsawayfromanyunderhood electricfan.

WARNING:
Usingamatchnearabatterycancausebattery gastroexplode.Peoplehavebeenhurtdoingthis, andsomehavebeenblinded.Useaflashlightif youneedmorelight.
Besurethebatteryhasenoughwater.Youdonot needtoaddwatertothebatteryinstalledinyour newvehicle.Butifabatteryhasfillercaps,be suretherightamountoffluidisthere.Ifitislow, addwatertotakecareofthatfirst.Ifyoudon't, explosivegascouldbepresent.
Batteryfluidcontainsacidthatcanburnyou.Do notgetitonyou.Ifyouaccidentallygetitinyour eyesoronyourskin,flushtheplacewithwater andgetmedicalhelpimmediately.

WARNING:
Fansorothermovingenginepartscaninjureyou badly. Keepyourhandsawayfrommovingparts oncetheengineisrunning.
- Check that the jumpercables donothaveloose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too.
Beforeyouconnectthecables,herearesome thingsyoushouldknow.Positive(+)willgoto positive(+)ortoaremotepositive(+)terminalif thevehiclehasone.Negative(-)willgotoa heavy, unpaintedmetalenginepartortoaremote negative(-)terminalifthevehiclehasone.
Donotconnectpositive(+)tonegative(-)oryou willgetashortthatwoulddamagethebattery and maybeotherpartstoo.Anddonotconnectthe negative(-)cabletothenegative(-)terminal on thedeadbatterybecausethiscancausesparks.

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HE-TRC II 18V- Connecttheredpositive(+)cabletothe positive(+)terminalofthedeadbattery.Usea remotepositive(+)terminalifthevehiclehasone.

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Line drawing of a hand operating a mechanical device with no visible text or symbols- Donotlettheotherendtouchmetal. Connectitto thepositive(+)terminalofthegoodbattery. Usea remotepositive(+)terminalifthevehiclehasone.

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Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the good battery. Use a remotenegative (-) terminal if the vehicle has one. Donot the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end then negative (-) cable does not go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part to a remote negative (-) terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery.
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Connecttheotherendofthenegative(−)cable at least 18 inches (45cm) away from the dead battery, but not an engine part that move.
Theelectricalconnectionisjustasgoodthere,and thechanceofsparksgettingbacktothebatteryis muchless. - Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile.
- Trytostartthevehiclethathadthedeadbattery. Ifitwillnotstartafterafewtries, itprobablyneeds service.
Notice: If the jumpercables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. There pairs would not be recovered by the vehicle warranty. Always connect and remove the jumpercables in the correct order, makingsure that the cables donot toucheach other or other metal.

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graph TD
A["A"] --> B["B"]
B --> C["C"]
C --> D["①"]
D --> E["②"]
E --> F["③"]
F --> G["④"]
G --> H["-"]
H --> I["+"]
I --> J["-"]
JumperCableRemoval
A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Partor Remote Negative(−)Terminal
B. GoodBatteryorRemotePositive(+)andRemoteNegative(-)Terminals
C. DeadBatteryorRemotePositive(+)Terminal
Todisconnectthejumpercablesfrombothvehicles,do thefollowing:
- Disconnect the black negative (-) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery.
- Disconnect the black negative (-) cable from the vehicle with the good battery.
- Disconnecttheredpositive(+)cablefromthe vehiclewiththegoodbattery.
- Disconnecttheredpositive(+)cablefromtheother vehicle.
HeadlampAiming
Headlampaimhasbeenpresetatthefactoryand shouldneednofurtheradjustment.
However, if your vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlampaim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low-beam headlamps may be necessary if on coming drivers flash their high-beam headlamps at you (for vertical claim).
Iftheheadlampsneedtobere-aimed,itis recommendedthatyoutakethevehicletoyour dealer/retailerforservice.
BulbReplacement
Forthepropertyofreplacementbulbs,see ReplacementBulbsonpage6-49.
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer/retailer.
HalogenBulbs

WARNING:
Halogenbulbshavepressurizedgasinsideand canburstifyoudroporscratchthebulb.Youor otherscouldbeinjured.Besuretoreadand followtheinstructionsonthebulbpackage.
Headlamps
Toreplaceaheadlampbulb:
- Openthehood. See Hood Release on page 6-12.

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Removethethreeboltstoremovetheheadlamp assembly.
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Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the rear of the bulb.

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Removetheheadlampcap.
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Releasethespringthatretainsthebulbby looseningthescrew.
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Removetheoldbulbandinstallthenewbulb.
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Install the bulb retainingspring and tighten the screw.
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Reinstalltheheadlampcap.
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Reconnectthewiringharnessattherearof thebulb.

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Technical line drawing of a car interior showing dashboard, vent, and engine components (no text or labels)- Reinstall the headlamp assembly using the three bolts.
FrontTurnSignal, Sidemarkerand ParkingLamps
Toreplaceafrontturnsignalorparkinglampbulb:
- Openthehood. See Hood Release on page 6-12 formoreinformation.

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Technical line drawing of a car front panel with no visible text or symbols- Removethethreeboltstoremovetheheadlamp assembly.
- Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the rear of the bulb.

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Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly (no text or symbols)- Turnthefrontturnsignalbulbsocket counterclockwise.
- Pullthefrontturnsignalbulbsocketoutofthe lamphousing.
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Pressthebulbinwardandturnitcounterclockwise toremoveitfromthebulbsocket.
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Installthenewbulbintothesocketbypressingitin andturningitclockwise.
- Install the socket into the lamp housing by turning it clockwise.
- Reconnectthewiringharnessconnectorattherear ofthebulb.

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CenterHigh-MountedStoplamp (CHMSL)(Hatchback)
ToreplaceaCHMSLbulbonthehatchback:
- Opentheliftgate.SeeLiftgate(Hatchback) on page 3-10 formoreinformation.

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Technical line drawing showing a vehicle interior with a zoomed-in section view (no text or symbols)- Pulldownonthelampassemblywhileholdingthe endofthebracket.
- Removethelenscoverusingaflathead screwdriver.
- Removethebulbbypullingitstraightoutofthe bulbholder.
- Installthenewbulb.
- ReverseSteps1 through 3 to install.
CenterHigh-MountedStoplamp (CHMSL)(Sedan)
ToreplaceaCHMSLbulbonthesedan:
- Openthetrunk. See Trunk on page 3-8 formore information.
- Removethetwoscrewsandthelamphousing. Disconnectthewiringharnessconnectorbefore removingthelamphousing.

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Technical line drawing of a car interior frame with structural components and mounting points (no text or symbols)- Removethefivescrewsandthereflector assembly.
- Removethebulbbypullingitstraightoutofthe bulbholder.
- Installthenewbulb.
- ReverseSteps1 through 3 to install.
Taillamps, TurnSignal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
Toreplaceataillamp,turnsignallamp,stoplamp, orback-upbulb:
- Opentheliftgateortrunk.SeeLiftgate(Hatchback) onpage3-10 or Trunkonpage3-8.

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- Removethetwoscrewsandthelampassembly.
- Turnthebulbsocketcounterclockwiseandremove thesocket.
- Pressthebulbinandturncounterclockwiseto removefromthesocket.
- Pressthenewbulbinandturnclockwisetoinstall thebulbintothesocket.
- Turnthebulbsocketclockwisetoreinstall.
- Reinstall the lamp assembly and twoscrews.
LicensePlateLamp
Toreplaceoneofthesebulbs:

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Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with a suspended component and base mount (no text or symbols)- Removethetwoscrewsholdingeachofthe licenseplatelamps.
- Turnandpullthelicenseplatelamptowardyou throughtheopening.
- Turnthebulbsocketcounterclockwiseandpullthe bulbstraightoutofthesocket.
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Installthenewbulb.
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Push the bulb straight into the socket and turn clockwise install.
- Pushandturnthelicenseplatelampawayfrom youthroughtheopening.
- Reinstallthetwoscrewsholdingthelicense platelamp.
ReplacementBulbs
| ExteriorLampBulbNumber | |
| Back-UpLamps94535571 | |
| CenterHigh-MountedStoplamp (CHMSL) | 94535587 |
| FrontParking/TurnSignalLamps94535578 | |
| FrontSidemarkerLamps94535578 | |
| Headlamps94535548 | |
| LicensePlateLamp94535587 | |
| RearSidemarkerLamps94535577 | |
| RearTurnSignalLamps94535572 | |
| Stoplamp/Taillamps94535577 | |
Forreplacementbulbsnotlistedhere,contactyour dealer/retailer.
WindshieldWiperBlade Replacement
Windshieldwiperbladesshouldbeinspectedforwear orcracking. See "WiperBladeCheck" formore information.
Replacementbladescomeindifferenttypesand areremovedindifferentways.Fortheproperty, seeMaintenanceReplacementPartsonpage7-13.
Hereishowtoremoveandreplacethewindshieldwiper blade:
- Pullthewindshieldwiperarmawayfromthe windshield.

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Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with directional arrows and labeled point A (no text or symbols beyond labels)- Presstheretainingclip(A) and pullthewiperblade offthearm.
- InstallanewbladebyreversingSteps1 and 2.
Tires
Yournewvehiclecomeswithhigh-qualitytires madebyaleadingtiremanufacturer.Ifyouever havequestionsaboutyourtirewarrantyand wheretoobtainservice,seeyourvehicle Warrantybookletfordetails.Foradditional informationrefertothetiremanufacturer.

WARNING:
Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
• Overloadingyourvehicle'stirescan causeoverheatingasresultoftoo muchflexing.Youcouldhaveanair-out andaseriousaccident.SeeLoadingthe Vehicle onpage5-15.
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WARNING:(Continued)
• Underinflatedtiresposethesame dangerasoverloadedtires. Theresulting accidentcouldcauseseriousinjury.
Checkalltiresfrequentlytomaintainthe recommendedpressure.Tirepressure shouldbecheckedwhenyourvehicle's tiresarecold.SeeInflation-Tire Pressure onpage6-58.
• Overinflatedtiresaremorelikelytobe cut, punctured, orbroken by as sudden impact—such as when you hit apothole. Keep tires at there recommended pressure.
- Worn, oldtirescancause accidents. If the tire's treadis badly worn, or if your vehicle's tireshave beendamaged, replacethem.
TireSidewallLabeling
Usefulinformationaboutatireismoldedintoits sidewall. The examples below show atypical passenger cartire and a compact spare tire sidewall.

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P215/70R15 97S TIRE NAME MANUFACTURER A B C D E THE DOWMEAR 220 TRACTION A TEMPERATURE TYPE/TURE A F B DOT MAX/SAB/CXX TREAD XOLE 200X40 COMO MAX/EXOCX CORO MAX·LOAD XXX NO (XXX-168)·Y-AX TUBELESS·DOT MAX/SAB/CXX TREAD XOLE 200X40 COMO MAX/EXOCX CORO MAX·LOAD XXX NO (XXX-168)·Y-AX THE DOWMEAR 220 TRACTION A TEMPERATUREPassengerCarTireExample
(A)TireSize: Thetiresizeisacombination of lettersandnumbersusedtodefineaparticular tire'swidth,height,aspectratio,construction typeandservicedescription.Seethe "TireSize" illustrationlaterinthissectionformoredetail.
(B)DOT(DepartmentofTransportation) :The DepartmentofTransportation(DOT)code indicate that the tire is incompliance with the U.S.DepartmentofTransportationMotorVehicle SafetyStandards.
(C) TireIdentificationNumber(TIN) : The letters and numbers following DOTcode are the Tire Identification Number(TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tiresize, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded ontobothsides of the tire, although only oneside may have the date of manufacture.
(D)TirePlyMaterial : Thetypeofcordand numberofpliesinthesidewallandunderthe tread.
(E)UniformTireQualityGrading(UTQG) :Tire manufacturersarerequiredtogradetiresbased onthreeperformancefactors:treadwear,traction andtemperatureresistance. Formoreinformation seeUniformTireQualityGrading onpage6-66.
(F)MaximumColdInflationLoadLimit:
Maximumloadthatcanbecarriedandthe maximumpressureneededtosupportthatload. Forinformationonrecommendedtirepressure seeInflation-TirePressure onpage6-58 and LoadingtheVehicle onpage5-15 .

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A TEMPORARY USE ONLY TUBELESS CXXIXOX-6SS-3MYZZG 80C MANLOAD ISOLESS @ 60 PIMAX PRESS COOKENSANCE SPATE B C D F INFALATE TO 60 PSI ECompactSpareTireExample
(A) TemporaryUseOnly: Thecompactspare tireortemporaryusetirehasatreadlifeof approximately 3,000 miles (5000 km) and should not bedrivenatspeedsover 65 mph (105 km/h). Thecompactsparetireisforemergencyuse when aregularroadtirehaslostairandgoneflat. See CompactSpare Tire on page 6-78 and Ifa Tire Goes Flat on page 6-69.
(B)TirePlyMaterial : Thetypeofcordand numberofpliesinthesidewallandunderthe tread.
(C) TireIdentificationNumber(TIN) : The Tire IdentificationNumber(TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tiresize, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded ontobothsides of the tire, although only oneside may have the date of manufacture.
(D)MaximumColdInflationLoadLimit:
Maximumloadthatcanbecarriedandthe maximumpressureneededtosupportthatload. SeeCompactSpareTire onpage6-78 and LoadingtheVehicle onpage5-15.
(E)TireInflation :Thetemporaryusetireor compactsparetireshouldbeinflatedto60psi (420kPa).Formoreinformationontirepressure andinflationseeInflation-TirePressure on page6-58.
(F)TireSize :Acombinationoflettersand numbersdefineatire'swidth,height,aspectratio, constructiontypeandservicedescription.The letterTasthefirstcharacterinthetiresizemeans thetireisfortemporaryuseonly.
TireSize
The following illustrations shows an example of a typical passenger cartiresize.

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P215/70R15 97S A B C D E F(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversionofametriectiresizingsystem. TheletterPasthefirstcharacterinthetiresize meansapassengervehicletireengineeredto standardssetbytheU.S.TireandRim Association.
(B)TireWidth : Thethree-digitnumberindicates thetiresectionwidthinmillimetersfromsidewall tosidewall.
(C)AspectRatio:Atwo-digitnumberthat indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. Forexample,ifthetiresizeaspectratiois70,as showninitemCoftheillustration,itwouldmean thatthetire'ssidewallis70%ashhighasitiswide.
(D)ConstructionCode :Alettercodeisused toindicatethetypeofplyconstructionintheire. TheletterRmeansradialplyconstruction;the letterDmeansdiagonalorbiasplyconstruction; andtheletterBmeansbelted-biasply construction.
(E)RimDiameter :Diameterofthewheelin inches.
(F)ServiceDescription : Thesecharacters representtheloadindexandspeedratingofthe tire. Theloadindexrepresentstheloadcarry capacityatireiscertifiedtocarry. Thespeed ratingisthemaximumspeedatireiscertifiedto carryaload.
TireTerminologyandDefinitions
AirPressure: The amount of air insidethetire pressing outward one each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pound spersquare inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
AccessoryWeight : This mean the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, powersteering, powerbrakes, powerwindows, powerseats, and air conditioning.
AspectRatio : Therelationshipofatire'sheightto itswidth.
Belt: Arubbercoatedlayerofcordsthatis located between the plies and the thread. Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials.
Bead: Thetirebeadcontainssteelwireswrapped bysteelcordsthatholdthetireontotherim.
BiasPlyTire :Apneumatictireinwhichtheplies arelaidatalternateangleslessthan90degrees tothecenterlineofthetread.
ColdTirePressure: Theamountofairpressure inatire, measuredinpoundspersquareinch(psi) orkilopascals(kPa) before atire has builtupheat from driving. See Inflation-TirePressure on page6-58.
CurbWeight : The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optionale equipment including the maximum capacity off fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo.
DOTMarkings :Acodemoldedintothesidewall ofatiresignifyingthatthetireisincompliance withtheU.S.DepartmentofTransportation(DOT) motorvehiclesafetystandards.TheDOTcode includestheTireIdentificationNumber(TIN),an alphanumericdesignatorwhichcanalsoidentify thetiremanufacturer,productionplant,brand,and dateofproduction.
GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. See Loading the Vehicle on page 5-15.
GAWRFRT : GrossAxleWeightRatingforthe frontaxle. See Loadingthe Vehicle onpage5-15 .
GAWRRR : Gross Axle Weight Rating for therear axle. See Loading the Vehicle on page 5-15 .
IntendedOutboardSidewall : Thesideofan asymmetricaltire, that must always face outward when mountedonavehicle.
Kilopascal(kPa) : Themetricunitforairpressure.
LightTruck(LT-Metric)Tire :Atireusedonlight dutytrucksandsomemultipurposepassenger vehicles.
LoadIndex : Anassignednumberranging from 1 to 279 that correspond stotheloadcarrying capacity of atire.
Maximum Inflation Pressure : Themaximum airpressuretowhichacoldtirecanbeinflated. Themaximumairpressureismoldedontothe sidewall.
MaximumLoadRating : Theloadratingforatire atthemaximumpermissibleinflationpressurefor thattire.
MaximumLoadedVehicleWeight : Thesumof curbweight, accessoryweight, vehiclecapacity weight, and productionoptionsweight.
NormalOccupantWeight : Thenumberof occupantsavehicleisdesignedtoseatmultiplied by150lbs(68kg).SeeLoadingtheVehicle on page5-15.
OccupantDistribution: Designatedseating positions.
OutwardFacingSidewall : Thesideofan asymmetricaltirethathasaparticularsidethat facesoutwardwhenmountedonavehicle. The sideofthetirethatcontainsawhitewall,bears whitelettering,orbearsmanufacturer,brand, and/ormodelnamemoldingthatishigheror deeperthanthesamemoldingsontheother sidewallofthetire.
Passenger(P-Metric)Tire :Atireusedon passengercarsandsomelightdutytrucksand multipurposevehicles.
Recommended Inflation Pressure : Vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire inflation pressure as shown non the tire placard. See Inflation-Tire Pressure on page 6-58 and Loading the Vehicle on page 5-15.
RadialPlyTire :Apneumatictireinwhichthe plycordsthatextendtothebeadsarelaidat 90degreestothecenterlineofthetread.
Rim: Ametalsupportforatireanduponwhich thetirebeadsareseated.
Sidewall: The portion of atire between the thread and the bead.
SpeedRating : Analphanumericcode assigned to atire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate.
Traction: The friction between the tire and the roadsurface. The amount of grip provided.
Tread: The portion of atire that comes into contact with the road.
TreadwearIndicators : Narrowbands, sometimes calledwearbars, that show acrossthetread of atirewhenonly1/16inch(1.6mm) oftread remains. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 6-64.
UTQGS(UniformTireQualityGrading Standards):Atireinformationsystemthat providesconsumerswithratingsforatire's traction,temperature,andtreadwear.Ratings aredeterminedbytiremanufacturersusing governmenttestingprocedures.Theratingsare moldedintothesidewallofthetire.SeeUniform TireQualityGrading onpage6-66.
VehicleCapacityWeight : Thenumberof designatedseatingpositionsmultipliedby150lbs (68kg)plustheratedcargoload.SeeLoadingthe Vehicle onpage5-15 .
VehicleMaximumLoadontheTire:Loadon anindividualtireduetocurbweight,accessory weight,occupantweight,andcargoweight.
VehiclePlacard : Alabelpermanentlyattached to vehicleshowingthevehicle'scapacity weightandtheoriginalequipmenttiresize and recommendedinflationpressure.See "Tireand LoadingInformationLabel" underLoadingthe Vehicle onpage5-15 .
Inflation-TirePressure
Tiresneed the correct amount of fair pressure to operate effectively.
Notice: Donotletanyonetellyouthat under-inflationorover-inflationisallright. Itisnot.Ifyourtiresdonothaveenoughair (under-inflation),youcangetthefollowing:
- Toomuchflexing
- Toomuchheat
- Tireoverloading
• Prematureorirregularwear - Poorhandling
- Reducedfueleconomy
If your tires havetoomuchair (over-inflation), you can get the following:
- Unusualwear
- Poorhandling
- Roughride
- Needlessdamagefromroadhazards
AvehiclespecificTireandLoadingInformation labelisattachedtoyourvehicle. Thislabelshows yourvehicle'soriginalequipmenttiresandthe correctinflationpressuresforyourtireswhenthey arecold. Therecommendedcoldtireinflation pressure,shownonthelabel,istheminimum amountofairpressureneededtosupportyour vehicle'smaximumloadcarryingcapacity.
For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry, and an example of the Tire and Loading Information label, see Loading the Vehicle on page 5-15. How you load your vehicle affects vehicle handling and ride comfort. Never load your vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry.
WhentoCheck
Checkyourtiresonceamonthormore.Donot forgettocheckthecompactsparetire,itshould beat60psi(420kPa).Foradditionalinformation regardingthecompactsparetire,seeCompact SpareTire onpage6-78.
HowtoCheck
Useagoodqualitypocket-typegaugetocheck tirepressure.Youcannottellifyourtiresare properlyinflatedsimplybylookingatthem.Radialtiresmaylookproperlyinflatedeven whentheyareunder-inflated.Checkthetire's inflationpressurewhenthetiresarecold.Coldmeansyourvehiclehasbeensittingfor atleastthreehoursordrivennomorethan 1mile(1.6km).
Removethevalvecapfromthetirevalvestem. Pressthetiregaugefirmlyontothevalvetogeta pressuremeasurement.Ifthecoldtireinflation pressurematchestherecommendedpressureon the TireandLoadingInformationlabel, no further adjustmentisnecessary.Iftheinflationpressure islow, addairuntilyoureachtherecommended amount.
If you overfill the tire, release air bypassing on themetal stem in the center of the tire valve. Re-check the tire pressure with the tire gauge.
Besuretoputthevalvecapsbackonthevalve stems. Theyhelppreventleaksbykeepingoutdirt andmoisture.
TirePressureMonitorSystem
The TirePressureMonitorSystem(TPMS)usesradio andsensortechnologytochecktirepressurelevels. The TPMSsensorsmonitortheairpressureinyour vehicle'stiresandtransmittirepressurereadingstoa receiverlocatedinthevehicle.
Eachtire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressurerecommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placardortire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle hastires of different sizes than the size indicated on the vehicle placardortire inflation pressure label, you should determin the property inflation pressure forthosetires.)
Asanadded safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with atire pressure monitorings system (TPMS) that illuminates alow tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
Accordingly, whenthelowtirepressuretelltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and in flat the them to the proper pressure. Driving on significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflationalsoreduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability.
PleasenotethattheTPMSisnotasubstituteforproper tiremaintenance,anditisthedriver'sresponsibilityto maintaincorrecttirepressure,evenifunder-inflation hasnotreachedtheleveltotriggerilluminationofthe TPMSlowtirepressuretelltale.
YourvehiclehasalsobenequippedwithaTPMS malfunctionindicatortoindicatewhenthesystemisnot operatingproperly.TheTPMSmalfunctionindicatoris combinedwiththelowtirepressuretelltale.Whenthe systemdetectsamalfunction,thetelltalewillflash forapproximatelyoneminuteandthenremain continuouslyilluminated. Thissequencewillcontinue uponsubsequentvehiclestart-upsaslongasthe malfunctionexists.
Whenthemalfunctionindicatorisilluminated, the systemmaynotbeabletodetectorsignallowtire pressureasintended. TPMSmalfunctionsmayoccur forvarietyofreasons, includingtheinstallationof replacementoralternatetiresorwheelsonthevehicle thatpreventtheTPMSfromfunctioningproperly.
AlwayschecktheTPMSmalfunctiontelltaleafter replacingoneormoretiresorwheelsonyourvehicle toensurethatthereplacementoralternatetiresand wheelsallowtheTPMStocontinuetofunctionproperly.
See TirePressureMonitorOperation on page 6-60 for additional information.
FederalCommunications Commission(FCC)andIndustry Canada
SeeRadioFrequencyStatement onpage8-20 for informationregardingPart15oftheFederal CommunicationsCommission(FCC)Rulesand RSS-210/211ofIndustryCanada.
TirePressureMonitorOperation
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when allow tire pressure condition exists. If your vehicle has this feature, the TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly, excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly. The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle's tires and transmittire pressurereading to are receiver located in the vehicle.

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Warning symbol with exclamation mark inside a gear-shaped iconWhenalowtirepressure conditionisdetected,the TPMSilluminatesthelow tirepressurewarninglight ontheinstrumentpanel cluster.
Thelowtirepressurewarninglightcomesonateach ignitioncycleuntilthetiresareinflatedtothecorrect inflationpressure.
Thetirepressurewarninglightmaycomeonincool weatherwhenthevehicleisfirststarted,andthenturn offasyoustarttodrive.Thiscouldbeanearlyindicator that the tirepressures are getting low and need to be inflated to the proper pressure.
ATireandLoadingInformationlabel,attached to yourvehicle,showsthesizeofyourvehicle'soriginal equipmenttiresandthecorrectinflationpressurefor yourvehicle'stireswhentheyarecold.SeeLoading the Vehicle onpage 5-15 ,foranexampleofthetire informationlabelanditslocationonyourvehicle.Also seeInflation-TirePressureonpage6-58.
Yourvehicle's TPMSsystemcanwarnyouaboutalow tirepressureconditionbutitdoesnotreplacenormal tiremaintenance.See TireInspectionandRotation on page 6-62 and Tiresonpage6-51.
Notice: Liquidtiresealants could damage the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors. Sensor damage caused by using atiresealant is not covered by your warranty. Donotus liquid tire sealants.
TPMSMalfunctionLight
The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. When the system detects a malfunction, the low tire warning light flashes for about ten minutes and then stay on for the remainder of the ignition cycle. The low tire warning light comes on at each ignition cycle until the problem is corrected. Some of the condition that can cause the malfunction light to come on are:
- Oneoftheroadtireshasbeenreplacedwiththe spare tire. Thespare tiredoesnothaveaTPMS sensor. The TPMSmalfunctionlightshouldgooff onceyoure-installtheroadtirecontaining the TPMSsensor.
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OneormoreTPMSsensorsaremissingor damaged. The TPMSmalfunctionlight should gooffwhentheTPMSsensorsareinstalled andthesensormatchingprocessisperformed successfully. Seeyourdealer/retailerforservice.
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Replacementtiresorwheelsdonotmatchyour vehicle'soriginalequipmenttiresorwheels. Tiresandwheelsotherthanthoserecommended foryourvehiclecouldpreventtheTPMSfrom functioningproperly.SeeBuyingNewTires on page 6-64.
- Operatingelectronicdevicesorbeingnearfacilities usingradiowavefrequenciessimilartotheTPMS couldcausetheTPMSsensorstomalfunction.
If the TPMS is not functioning it cannot detectorsignal alowtire condition. Se your dealer/retailer for service if the TPMS malfunction light comes on and stay on.
TPMSSensorIdentificationCodes
EachTPMSsensorhasauniqueidentificationcode. AnytimeyoureplaceoneormoreoftheTPMS sensors,orrotatethevehicle'stires,theidentification codesneedtobematchedtothenewtire/wheel position. Thesensorsarematched,tothetire/wheel positions,inthefollowingorder:driversidefronttire, passengersidefronttire,passengersidereartire,and driversidereartireusingaTPMSdiagnostictool.See yourdealer/retailerforservice.
TireInspectionandRotation
Werecommendthatyouregularlyinspectyour vehicle'stires,includingthesparetire,forsigns ofwearordamage.SeeWhenItIsTimeforNew Tires onpage6-64 formoreinformation.
Tiresshouldberotatedevery5,000to8,000miles (8000to13000km). SeeScheduledMaintenance onpage7-3.
The purpose of a regular aerotization to achieve a uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. This will ensure that your vehicle continues to perform most like it did when the tires were new.
Anytimeyounoticeunusualwear,rotateyour tiresassoonaspossibleandcheckwheel alignment.Alsocheckfordamagedtiresor wheels.SeeWhenItIsTimeforNewTires on page6-64 andWheelReplacement onpage6-68 formoreinformation.

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A[" "] <--> B[" "]
C[" "] <--> D[" "]
E[" "] <--> F[" "]
G[" "] <--> H[" "]
I[" "] --> J[" "]
K[" "] --> L[" "]
M[" "] --> N[" "]
O[" "] --> P[" "]
Q[" "] --> R[" "]
S[" "] --> T[" "]
U[" "] --> V[" "]
W[" "] --> X[" "]
Y[" "] --> Z[" "]
When rotating your tires, always set the correct rotation pattern shown here.
Donotincludethecompactsparetireinthetire rotation.
Afterthetireshavebeenrotated,adjustthefront andrearinflationpressuresasshownonthetire andloadinginformationlabel.SeeLoadingthe Vehicle onpage5-15 foranexampleofthetire andloadinginformationlabelandwhereitis locatedonyourvehicle.Makecertainthatall wheelnutsareproperlytightened.See“Wheel NutTorque”underCapacitiesandSpecifications onpage6-93.

WARNING:
Rustordirtonawheel,oronthepartsto whichitisfastened,canmakewheelnuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rustordirt from places where the wheel attach the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or apapertoweltodo this; but be suretouse ascraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all therustordirt off. See Changinga Flat Tire on page 6-70.
WhenItlsTimeforNewTires
Various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, drivingspeeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions influence when you need new tires.

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Diagram of a geological or structural cross-section showing layered strata with triangular loadings (no text or labels)Onewaytotellwhenitis timefornewtiresisto checkthetreadwear indicators,whichwill appearwhenyourtires haveonly1/16inch (1.6mm)orlessoftread remaining.
Youneednewtiresifanyofthefollowingstatements aretrue:
- Youcanseetheindicatorsatthreeormoreplaces aroundthetire.
- Youcanseecordorfabricshowingthroughthe tire'srubber.
- Thetreadorsidewalliscracked, cut, orsnagged deepenoughtoshowcordorfabric.
• Thetirehasabump,bulge,orsplit.
- Thetirehasapuncture, cut, orotherdamagethat cannotberepairedwellbecauseofthesizeor locationofthedamage.
Therubberintiresdegradesovertime, even if they are not being used. This is also true for the spare tire, if your vehicle has one. Multiple conditions affect how fast this aging takes place, including temperatures, loading conditions, and inflation pressure maintenance. With proper care and maintenance tires will typically wear out before they degraded due to age. If you are unsure about the need to replace your tires as they get older, consult the tire manufacturer form more information.
BuyingNewTires
GMhasdevelopedandmatchedspecifictiresforyour vehicle. If you need replacement tires, GM strongly recommend that you get tired that are the same size, brand, load range, speed rating, and construction type (radial and bias-belted tires) as your vehicle's original tires. This way, your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give the same performance and vehicles safety, during normal use, asthe original tires. See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 6-52 for additional information.
GMrecommendsreplacingtiresinsetsoffour. This is because uniformtreaddepthonalltireswillhelpkeep yourvehicleperformingmostlikeitdidwhenthetires werenew. Replacingsthanafullsetoftirescan affectthebrakingandhandlingperformanceofyour vehicle. See TireInspectionandRotationonpage6-62.

WARNING:
Mixingtirescouldcauseyoutolose controlwhiledriving.Ifyoumixtiresof differentsizes,brands,ortypes(radialand bias-beltedtires),thevehiclemaynothandle properly,andyoucouldhaveacrash.Using tiresofdifferentsizes,brands,ortypesmay alsocausedamagetoyourvehicle.Besure tousethecorrectsize,brand,andtypeof tiresonallwheels.Itisallrighttodrivewith yourcompactsparetemporarily,asitwas developedforuseonyourvehicle.See CompactSpareTire onpage6-78 .

WARNING:
If you use bias-ply tires on the vehicle, the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving. Atire and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle.
Vehiclesthathaveatirepressuremonitoringsystem couldgiveaninaccuratelow-pressurewarningiftires notrecommendedforyourvehicleareinstalled. Tires thatdonotmatchtheoriginalequipmenttirescould givealow-pressurewarningthatishigherorlowerthan theproperwarninglevelyouwouldgetwithoriginal equipmenttires.See TirePressureMonitorSystem page 6-59 .
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Yourvehicle's originalequipmenttiresare listed on the Tire and Loading Information Label. See Loading the Vehicle on page 5-15, form more information about the Tire and Loading Information label and its location on your vehicle.
DifferentSizeTiresandWheels
If you add wheels sortire sthat are ad differents sizethan your originalequipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistancetorollover. Additionally, if your vehicle has electronics system such as, antilock brakes, traction control, and electronic stability control, the performance of the systems can be affected.

WARNING:
If you add different-sized wheels, your vehicle may not provide an acceptable level of performance and safety if it is not recommended for those wheels are selected. You may increase the chance that you will crash and suffer serious injury. Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for your vehicle, and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician.
SeeBuyingNewTires onpage6-64 andAccessories andModifications on page 6-4 foradditional information.
UniformTireQualityGrading
Qualitygradescanbefoundwhereapplicableon thetiresidewallbetweentreadshoulderand maximumselectionwidth. Forexample:
Treadwear200TractionAATemperatureA
The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which gradestires by treadwear, traction, and temperature performance. This applies only to vehicle sold in the United States. The grades are molded on the sidewall of most passenger car tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) system does not apply to depth bread, winter-type snowtires, space-saver, or temporary uses spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), ortosome limited-production tires.
While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must also conform to federal safety requirements.
All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements In Addition To These Grades.
Treadwear
Thetreadweargradeisacomparativerating basedonthewearrateofthetirewhentested undercontrolledconditionsonaspecified governmenttestcourse. Forexample, atire graded 150 would wearone and a half (1½) times as well on the government course as atire graded 100. Thereative performance of tires depends upon the actual condition so their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm duetovariations indriving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.
Traction—AA,A,B,C
Thetractiongrades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions specified government tests surfaces of asphalt and concrete. Atiremarked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: Thetraction grade assigned to histidine is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
Temperature—A,B,C
ThetemperaturegradesareA(thehighest),B, andC,representingthetire'sresistancetothe generationofheatanditsabilitytodissipateheat whentestedundercontrolledconditionsa specifiedindoorlaboratorytestwheel.Sustained hightemperaturecancausethematerialofthe tiretodegenerateandreducetirelife,and excessive temperature can lead to suddentire failure.Thegrade C correspondstoalevel of performance which all passenger cartires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.109.Grades Band Are present higher level sof performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: Thetemperature grade for histire is established for atire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessivespeed, under inflation, orexcessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat build up and possible tirefailure.
WheelAlignmentandTireBalance
Thetiresandwheelsonyourvehiclewerealignedand balancedcarefullyatthefactorytogiveyouthelongest tirelifeandbestoverallperformance.Adjustments towheelalignmentandtirebalancingwillnotbe necessaryonaregularbasis.However,ifyounotice unusualtirewearoryourvehiclepullingtoonesideor theother,thealignmentmightneedtobechecked. Ifyounoticeyourvehiclevibratingwhendrivingona smoothroad,thetiresandwheelsmightneedtobe rebalanced.Seeyourdealer/retailerforproper diagnosis.
WheelReplacement
Replaceanywheelthatisbent,cracked,orbadly rustedorcorroded.lfwheelnutskeepcomingloose, thewheel,wheelbolts,andwheelnutsshouldbe replaced.lfthewheelleaksair,replaceit(exceptsome aluminumwheels,whichcansometimesberepaired). Seeyourdealer/retailerifanyoftheseconditionsexist.
Yourdealer/retailerwillknowthekindofwheel youneed.
Eachnewwheelshouldhavethesameload-carrying capacity,diameter,width,offset,andbemountedthe samewayastheoneitreplaces.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, and TPMS sensors for your vehicle.
⚠ WARNING:
Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nut on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement.
Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlampaim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis.
SeeChangingaFlatTire onpage 6-70 formore information.
UsedReplacementWheels

WARNING:
Puttingausedwheelonthevehicleisdangerous. Youcannotknowhowithasbeenusedorhow farithasbeendriven.Itcouldfailsuddenly and causeacrash.Ifyouhavetoreplaceawheel, useanewGMoriginalequipmentwheel.
TireChains
Notice: Usetirechainsonlywherelegaland onlywhenyoumust.UseonlySAEClass"S" typechainsthatarethepropersizeforyourtires. Installthemonthefronttiresandtightenthemas tightlyaspossiblewiththeendssecurelyfastened.
Driveslowlyandfollowthechainmanufacturer's instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retight them. If the contact continues, slowdown until stops. Driving to fastorspinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle.
IfaTireGoesFlat
Itisunusualforatiretoblowoutwhileyouaredriving, especiallyifyoumaintainyourvehicle'stiresproperly. Ifairgoesoutofatire, itismuchmorelikelytoleakout slowly. Butifyoushouldeverhaveablowout,hereare afewtipsaboutwhattoexpectandwhattodo:
Ifafronttirefails, theflattirecreatesadragthatpulls thevehicletowardthatside. Takeyourfootoffthe acceleratorpedalandgripthesteeringwheelfirmly. Steertomaintainlaneposition, andthengentlybrake toastopwelloutofthetrafficlane.
Arearblowout, particularly on acurve, acts much like askid and may require the same correction you would use in a skid. In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Getthevehicleundercontrolbysteeringthewayyou wantthevehicletogo.Itmaybeverybumpyandnoisy, butyoucanstillsteer.Gentlybraketoastop,welloff theroadifpossible.

WARNING:
Liftingvehicleandgettingunderittodo maintenanceorrepairsidangerouswithoutthe appropriatesafetyequipmentandtraining.lfa jackisprovidedwiththevehicle,itisdesigned onlyforchangingaflattire.lfitisusedfor anythingelse,youorotherscouldbebadly injuredorkilledifthevehicleslipsoffthejack. Ifajackisprovidedwiththevehicle,onlyuseit forchangingaflattire.
Ifatiregoesflat,thenextpartshowshowtousethe jackingequipmenttochangeaflattiresafely.
ChangingaFlatTire
Ifatiregoesflat, avoidfurthertireandwheeldamage bydrivingslowlytoalevelplace. Turnonthehazard warningflashers. See HazardWarningFlashers on page 4-3.

WARNING:
Changingatirecanbedangerous. The vehicle canslipoffthejackandrolloverorfallonyouor otherpeople. Youandtheycouldbebadlyinjured orevenkilled. Findalevelplacetochangeyour tire. Tohelppreventthevehiclefrommoving:
- Settheparkingbrakefirmly.
- Putanautomatictransmissionshiftleverin P(Park), orshiftamanualtransmission to 1(First)orR(Reverse).
- Turnofftheengineanddonotrestartwhile thevehicleisraised.
- Donotallowpassengerstoremaininthe vehicle.
Tobeevenmorecertainthevehiclewillnotmove, youshouldputblocksatthefrontandrearofthe tirefarthestawayfromtheonebeingchanged. Thatwouldbethetireontheotherside,atthe oppositeendofthevehicle.
Whenthevehiclehasaflattire(B), usethefollowing exampleasaguidetoassistyouintheplacementof wheelblocks(A).

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A1["Wheel A"] --> A2["Wheel A"]
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style B1 fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
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B.FlatTire
The following information explain showtousethejack and changeatire.
RemovingtheSpareTireandTools
Thecompactsparetireandtoolsyouwillneedare locatedinthetrunk.

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Technical diagram of a mechanical tool with labeled parts A, B, C, and DA.Jack
C.JackHandle
B.WheelWrench
D.Screwdriver(ifequipped)
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Openthetrunkorliftgate. See Trunk on page 3-8 or Liftgate(Hatchback)onpage3-10.
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Liftthetrimcover.

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Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with no visible text or symbols- Removethefoamtray.
- Removethejack, thejackhandle and the wheel wrench from the foam tray.

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Technical line drawing of a circular mechanical component with four mounting holes and a central hub (no text or symbols)- Turntheretainercounterclockwiseandremoveit fromthecompactspare.
- Removethecompactsparetire.SeeCompact SpareTire onpage 6-78 formoreinformation.
RemovingtheFlatTireandInstalling theSpareTire
- Doasafetycheckbeforeproceeding. See ChangingaFlatTireonpage6-70.
- If your vehicle has wheel covers, turn the four plastic caps counterclockwise by hand or by using the wheel wrench. The plastic nuts donot come off of the cover.
- Removethewheelcover using the flat end of the jack handle. Pryalongthe edge of the wheel cover until it comes off.
Storethewheelcoverinthecargoareauntilyou havetheflattirerepairedorreplaced.

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Line drawing of a hand using a tool to adjust or repair a tire wheel (no text or symbols)- Turnthewheelnutscounterclockwisetoloosen them.Donotremovethemyet.

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Diagram showing a car with rotational motion and a mechanical lever mechanism (no text or symbols)HatchbackSedan

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Diagram showing a car with rotational motion arrows and a mechanical assembly diagram below (no text or symbols)- Locatethenotchintheframeneareachwheel whichthejackheadfitsin.
- Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into then to think the vehicle's framenearest the flattire.
- Putthecompactsparetirenearyou.

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Mechanical assembly diagram showing a wheel, suspension rod, and mounting bracket (no text or symbols)- Insert the jack handle into the jack and the wheel wrench to the end of the jack handle.

WARNING:
Gettingunderavehiclewhenitisjackedupis dangerous. If the vehicles slip soffthejack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.

WARNING:
Raisingyourvehiclewiththejackimproperly positionedcandamagethevehicleandeven makethevehiclefall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicledamage, besuretofitthejack lifthead into the proper location before raising the vehicle.
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Turnthewheelwrenchclockwisetoraisethe vehicle. Raise the vehicle farenoughoff the ground so there is enoughroom for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheelwell.
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Turnthewheelnutscounterclockwiseto removethem.
- Removetheflattire.

WARNING:
Rustordirtonawheel,oronthepartstowhichit isfastened,canmakewheelnutsbecomeloose aftertime.Thewheelcouldcomeoffandcause anaccident.Whenchangingawheel,removeany rustordirtfromplaceswherethewheelattaches tothevehicle.Inanemergency,useaclothor apapertoweltodothis;butbesuretousea scraperorwirebrushlater,ifneeded,togetall therustordirtoff.SeeChangingaFlatTire on page6-70.

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Remove any rustordirt from the wheel bolts, mountingsurfaces and spare wheel.
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Placethecompactsparetireonthe wheel-mountingsurface.

WARNING:
Neveruseoilorgreaseonboltsornutsbecause thenutsmightcomeloose. Thevehicle'swheel couldfalloff,causingacrash.
- Installthewheelnutswiththeroundedendofthe nutstowardthewheel.Tighteneachnutbyhand clockwiseuntilthewheelisheldagainstthehub.
- Lowerthevehiclebyturningthewheelwrench counterclockwise. Lowerthejackcompletely.

WARNING:
Wheelnutsthatareimproperlyorincorrectly tightenedcancausethewheelstobecome looseorcomeoff. Thewheelnutsshouldbe tightenedwithatorquewrenchtotheproper torquespecificationafterreplacing.Followthe torquespecificationsuppliedbytheaftermarket manufacturerwhenusingaccessorylockingwheel nuts.SeeCapacitiesandSpecifications on page6-93 fororiginalequipmentwheelnut torquespecifications.
Notice: Improperlytightened wheelnutscanlead tobrakepulsation and rotordamage. To avoid expensive brakerepairs, evenly tightent the wheelnuts in the proper sequence and to the propertorquespecification. See Capacities and Specifications on page 6-93 forthewheelnut torquespecification.

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2 4 3 1- Tightenthewheelnuts firmlyinacrisscross sequence,asshown.
Notice: Wheelcoverswillnotfitonyourvehicle's compactspare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare, the cover or the spare could be damaged.
StoringaFlatorSpareTireand Tools

WARNING:
Storingajack, atire, orotherequipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
Tostoreaflatorcompactsparetireandtools:
- Storetheflattireorthecompactspareinthe compactsparetirecompartment.
- Securetheretainer.
- Storethetoolssecurelyinthefoamtrayandplace the traybackinthecargoarea.
- Replacethetrimcover.
Thecompactsparetireisfortemporaryuseonly. Replacethecompactsparetirewithafull-sizetire assoonasyoucan.SeeCompactSpareTire on page 6-78.
CompactSpareTire

WARNING:
Drivingwithmorethanonecompactsparetireat atimecouldresultinlossofbrakingandhandling. Thiscouldleadtoacrashandyouorotherscould beinjured. Useonlyonecompactsparetireat atime.
The compact sparetire was fully inflated when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after time. Check the inflation pressureregularly. It should be 60 psi (414 kPa).
Afterinstallingthecompactspareonyourvehicle,you shouldstopassoonaspossibleandmakesureyour sparetireiscorrectlyinflated.Thecompactspareis intendedtoperformwellatspeedsupto50mph (80km/h),soyoucanfinishyourtripandhaveyour full-sizetirerepairedorreplacedwhereyouwant. Replaceyoursparewithafull-sizetireassoonas youcan.
Notice: Whenthecompactspareisinstalled, donot takethevehiclethroughanautomaticcarwashwith guiderails. The compactsparecangetcaughton therailswhichcandamagethetire, wheelandother partsofthevehicle.
Donotuseyourcompactspareonothervehicles.
Donotmixyourcompactsparetireorwheelwithother wheelsortires.Keepyoursparetireanditswheel together.
Notice: Tirechainswillnotfitthecompactspare. Usingthemcandamagethevehicleandcan damagethechainstoo.Donotusetirechainson thecompactspare.
AppearanceCare
InteriorCleaning
Thevehicle'sinteriorwillcontinuetolookitsbestif itiscleanedoften.Althoughnotalwaysvisible,dust anddirtcanaccumulateontheupholstery.Dirtcan damagecarpet,fabric,leather,andplasticsurfaces. Regularvacuumingisrecommendedtoremove particlesfromtheupholstery.Itisimportanttokeep theupholsteryfrombecomingandremainingheavily soiled.Soilsshouldberemovedasquicklyaspossible. Thevehicle'sinteriormayexperienceextremesofheat thatcouldcausestainstosetrapidly.
Lightercoloredinteriorsmayrequiremorefrequent cleaning. Use care because newspapers and garments that transfer color to home furnishings may also transfer color to the vehicle's interior.
Whencleaningthevehicle'sinterior,onlyusecleaners specificallydesignedforthesurfacesbeingcleaned. Permanentdamagemayresultfromusingcleaners onsurfacesforwhichtheywerenotintended.Use glasscleaneronlyonglass.Removeanyaccidental over-sprayfromothersurfacesimmediately.Toprevent over-spray,applycleanerdirectlytothecleaningcloth.
Notice: Using abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on the vehicle, could scratch the glass and/or caused damage to their rear window defogger. When cleaning the glass on the vehicle, use only as soft cloth and glass cleaner.
Manycleanerscontainsolventsthatmaybecome concentratedinthevehicle'sbreathingspace. Beforeusingcleaners,readandadheretoallsafety instructionsonthelabel.Whilecleaningthevehicle's interior,maintainadequateventilationbyopeningthe vehicle'sdoorsandwindows.
Dustmayberemovedfromsmallbuttonsandknobs usingasmallbrushwithsoftbristles.
Productsthatremoveodorsfromthevehicle's upholsteryandcleanthevehicle'sglasscanbe obtainedfromyourdealer/retailer.
Donotcleanthevehicleusing:
- Aknifeoranyothersharpobjecttoremoveasoil fromanyinteriorsurface.
- Astiffbrush.Itcancausedamagetothevehicle's interiorsurfaces.
- Heavypressureoraggressiverubbingwitha cleaningcloth.Useofheavypressurecandamage theinterioranddoesnotimprovetheeffectiveness ofsoilremoval.
- Laundrydetergentsordishwashingsoapswith degreaserscanleaveresiduethatstreaksand attractsdirt.Forliquidcleaners,about20dropsper gallon(3.78L)ofwaterisagoodguide.Useonly mild,neutral-pHsoaps.
• Toomuchcleanerthatsaturatestheupholstery. - Organicsolventssuchasnaptha, alcohol, etc. that candamagethevehicle'sinterior.
Fabric/Carpet
Useavacuumcleanerwithasoftbrushattachment frequentlytoremovedustandloosedirt.Acanister vacuumwithabeaterbarinthenozzlemayonlybe usedonfloorcarpetandcarpetedfloormats.Forany soil, alwaystrytoremoveitfirstwithplainwaterorclub soda.Beforecleaning, gentlyremoveasmuchofthe soilaspossibleusingoneofthefollowingtechniques:
- Forliquids: gently blottheremaining soil with a papertowel. Allow the soil to absorb into the paper towel until nomore can be removed.
- Forsoliddrysoils: removeasmuchaspossible andthenvacuum.
Toclean:
- Saturatealint-free, cleanwhitecloth with water or clubsoda.
- Wringtheclothtoremoveexcessmoisture.
- Startontheoutsideedgeofthesoilandgentlyrub towardthecenter.Continuecleaning,usingaclean areaoftheclotheachtimeitbecomessoiled.
- Continuetogentlyrubthesoiledareauntilthe cleaningclothremainsclean.
- If the soil is not completely removed, use a mild soapsolution and repeat the cleaning process that was used with plain water.
Ifanyofthesoilremains,acommercialfabriccleaner orspotliftermaybenecessary.Whenacommercial upholsterycleanerorspotlifteristobeused,testa smallhiddenareaforcolorfastnessfirst.Ifthelocally cleanedareagivesanyimpressionthataringformation mayresult,cleantheentiresurface.
After the cleaning process has been completed, a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture from the fabricor carpet.
Leather
Asoftclothdampenedwithwatercanbeusedto removedust.Ifamorethoroughcleaningisnecessary, asoftclothdampenedwithamildsoapsolutioncan beused.Allowtheleathertodrynaturally.Donotuse heattodry.Neverusesteamtocleanleather.Never usespotliftersorspotremoversonleather.Many commercialleathercleanersandcoatingsthatare soldtopreserveandprotectleathermaypermanently changetheappearanceandfeeloftheleatherandare notrecommended.Donotusesiliconeorwax-based products,orthosecontainingorganicsolventsto cleanthevehicle'sinteriorbecausetheycanalterthe appearancebyincreasingtheglossinanon-uniform manner.Neveruseshoepolishonleather.
InstrumentPanel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
Asoftclothdampenedwithwatermaybeusedto removedust.Ifamorethoroughcleaningisnecessary, acleansoftclothdampenedwithamildsoapsolution canbeusedtogentlyremovedustanddirt.Never usespotliftersorremoversonplasticsurfaces.Many commercialcleanersandcoatingsthataresoldto preserveandprotectsoftplasticsurfacesmay permanentlychangetheappearanceandfeelofthe interiorandarenotrecommended.Donotusesilicone orwax-basedproducts,orthosecontainingorganic solventstocleanthevehicle'sinteriorbecausethey canaltertheappearancebyincreasingtheglossina non-uniformmanner.
Some commercial products may increase gloss on the instrument panel. The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.
CareofSafetyBelts
Keepbeltscleananddry.

WARNING:
Donotbleachordyesafetybelts. It may severely weaken them. Inacrash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Cleans safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Weatherstrips
Siliconegreaseonweatherstripswillmakethemlast longer,sealbetter,andnotstickorsqueak.Apply siliconegreasewithacleancloth.Duringverycold, dampweatherfrequentapplicationmayberequired.
WashingYourVehicle
The best way top preserv the vehicle's finishist to keep it clean by washing it often.
Notice: Certaincleanerscontainchemicalsthatcan damagetheemblemsornameplatesonthevehicle. Checkthecleaningproductlabel.Ifitstatesthatit shouldnotbeusedonplasticparts,donotuseiton thevehicleordamagemayoccuranditwouldnot recoveredbythewarranty.
Donotwashthevehicleindirectsunlight.Useacar washingsoap.Donotusecleaningagentsthatare petroleumbasedorthatcontainacidorabrasives,as theycandamagethepaint,metalorplasticonthe vehicle.Approvedcleaningproductscanbeobtained fromyourdealer/retailer.Followallmanufacturers' directionsregardingcorrectproductusage,necessary safetyprecautionsandappropriatedisposalofany vehiclecareproduct.
Rinsethevehiclewell, beforewashing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely. If they are allowed today on the surface, they could stain.
Drythefinishwithasoft,cleanchamoisoranall-cotton toweltoavoidsurfacescratchesandwaterspotting.
Highpressurecarwashesmaycausewatertoenterthe vehicle. Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 12 inches (30cm) to the surface of the vehicle. Use of power washersexceeding 1,200 psi (8274 kPa) can result in damage or removal of paint and decals.
CleaningExteriorLamps/Lenses
Useonlylukewarmorcoldwater, asoftclothanda carwashingsoaptocleanexteriorlampsandlenses. FollowinstructionsunderWashingYourVehicle on page6-82.
FinishCare
Occasionalwaxingormildpolishingofthevehicleby handmaybenecessarytoremoveresiduefromthe paintfinish.Approvedcleaningproductscanbe obtainedfromyourdealer/retailer.
If the vehicle has a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish, the clearcoat gives more depth and glosstothecolored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishesthatare non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish.
Notice: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on abasecoat/clearcoat paint finish may damage it. Use only non-abrasivewaxes and polishest that are made for abasecoat/clearcoat paint finish on the vehicle.
Foreignmaterialssuchascalciumchlorideandother salts,icemeltingagents,roadoilandtar,treesap,bird droppings,chemicalsfromindustrialchimneys,etc.,can damagethevehicle'sfinishiftheyremainonpainted surfaces.Washthevehicleassoonaspossible. Ifnecessary,usenon-abrasivecleanersthatare markedsafeforpaintedsurfacestoremoveforeign matter.
Exteriorpaintedsurfacesaresubjecttoaging,weather andchemicalfalloutthatcantaketheirtolloveraperiod ofyears. To help keep the paint finish looking new, keep the vehiclegaraged or covered whenever possible.
ProtectingExteriorBrightMetalParts
Brightmetalpartsshouldbecleanedregularlytokeep theirluster.Washingwithwaterisallthatisusually needed.However,chromepolishmaybeusedon chromeorstainlesssteeltrim,ifnecessary.
Usespecialcarewithaluminumtrim.Toavoid damagingprotectivetrim,neveruseautoorchrome polish,steamorcausticsoaptocleanaluminum. Acoatingofwax,rubbedtohighpolish,is recommendedforallbrightmetalparts.
WindshieldandWiperBlades
Cleantheoutsideofthewindshieldwithglasscleaner.
Cleantherubberbladesusingalintfreeclothorpaper towelsoakedwithwindshieldwasherfluidoramild detergent.Washtewindshieldthoroughlywhen cleaningtheblades.Bugs,roadgrime,sap,anda buildupofvehiclewash/waxtreatmentsmaycause wiperstreaking.Replaceewiperbladesiftheyare wornordamaged.
Wiperscanbedamagedby:
• Extremedustyconditions
- Sandandsalt
- Heatandsun
• Snowandice, without proper removal
AluminumWheels
Notice: Using strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaner that contain acidental aluminum or chrome-plated wheels, could damage the surface of the wheel(s). There pairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Use only approved cleanersonal aluminum or chrome-plated wheels.
Keepthewheelscleanusingasoftcleanclothwithmild soapandwater.Rinsewithcleanwater.Afterrinsing thoroughly,drywithasoftcleantowel.Awaxmaythen beapplied.
Notice: Using chromepolish onaluminumwheels could damage the the vehicle warranty. Use chromepolish onchromewheelsonly.
Thesurfaceofthesewheelsissimilartothepainted surfaceofthevehicle.Donotusestrongsoaps, chemicals,abrasivepolishes,abrasivecleaners, cleanerswithacid,orabrasivecleaningbrusheson thembecausethesurfacecouldbedamaged.Donot usechromepolishonaluminumwheels.
Notice: Driving the vehicle through an automatic car wash that a siliconic car bidetire cleaning brushes, could damage the aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. There pairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Never drive a vehicle that a saluminum or chrome-plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone car bidetire cleaning brushes.
Tires
Tocleanthetires, useastiffbrushwithtirecleaner.
Notice: Using petroleum-based tired dressing product on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. When applying tired dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle.
SheetMetalDamage
If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, makes sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Original manufacturer replacement partswill provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty.
FinishDamage
Anystonechips, fracturesordeepscratchesinthe finishshouldberepairedrightaway. Baremetalwill corrodequicklyandmaydevelopintomajorrepair expense.
Minorchipsandscratchescanberepairedwith touch-upmaterialsavailablefromyourdealer/retailer. Largerareasoffinishdamagecanbecorrectedinyour dealer's/retailer'sbodyandpaintshop.
UnderbodyMaintenance
Chemicalsusedforiceandsnowremovalanddust controlcancollectontheunderbody.Ifthesearenot removed, corrosionandrustcandeveloponthe underbodypartssuchasfuellines,frame,floorpan, andexhaustsystemeventhoughttheyhavecorrosion protection.
Atleasteveryspring, flushthesematerials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and debriscancollect. Dirt packed in close areas of the frames should be loosened before being flushed. Your dealer/retailer or an under body car washing system can do this.
ChemicalPaintSpotting
Someweatherandatmosphericconditionscancreatea chemicalfallout.Airbornepollutantscanfalluponand attackpaintedsurfacesonthevehicle.Thisdamage cantaketwoforms:blotchy,ring-shapeddiscolorations, andsmall,irregulardarkspotsetchedintothepaint surface.
Althoughnodefectinthepaintjobcausesthis,wewill repair,atnochargetotheowner,thesurfacesofnew vehiclesdamagedbythisfalloutconditionwithin 12monthsor12,000miles(20000km)ofpurchase, whicheveroccursfirst.
VehicleIdentification
VehicleIdentificationNumber(VIN)


SAMPLE5613K123456
ServicePartsIdentificationLabel
Thislabel, ontheinsideoftheglovebox, has the following information:
• VehicleIdentificationNumber(VIN)
- Modeldesignation
- Paintinformation
• Productionoptionsandspecialequipment
Donotremovethislabelfromthevehicle.
Thislegalidentifierisinthefrontcornerofthe instrumentpanel,onthedriverside.Itcanbeseen throughthewindshieldfromoutside.TheVINalso appearsontheVehicleCertificationandServiceParts labelsandcertificatesoftitleandregistration.
Engineldentification
The eighth character in the VINistheenginecode. This code identifies the vehicle's engine, specifications, and replacement parts. See "Engine Specifications" under Capacities and Specifications on page 6-93 for the vehicle's enginecode.
ElectricalSystem
Add-OnElectricalEquipment
Notice: Donotaddanythingelectricaltothevehicle unlessyoucheckwithyourdealer/retailerfirst. Someelectricalequipmentcandamagethevehicle andthedamagewouldnotbecoveredbythe vehicle'swarranty. Someadd-onelectrical equipmentcankeepothercomponentsfrom workingastheyshould.
Add-onequipmentcandrainthevehiclebattery, even if thevehicleisnotoperating.
The vehicle has an air bags system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2-70 and Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2-71.
HeadlampWiring
Theheadlampwiringisprotectedbyfusesinthefuse block.Anelectricaloverloadwillcausethelampstoturn off.Ifthishappens,havetheheadlampwiringchecked rightaway.
WindshieldWiperFuses
Thewindshieldwipermotorisprotectedbyacircuit breakerandafuse. Ifthemotoroverheatsduetoheavy snow,etc.,thewiperwillstopuntilthemotorcools. Iftheoverloadiscausedbysomeelectricalproblem, haveitfixed.
PowerWindowsandOtherPower Options
Circuitbreakersinthefuseblockprotectthepower windowsandotherpoweraccessories. Whenthe currentloadistooheavy, the circuitbreakeropens and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away.
FusesandCircuitBreakers
Thewiringcircuitsinthevehicleareprotectedfrom shortcircuitsbyacombinationoffuses,circuitbreakers andfusiblethermallinks. Thisgreatlyreduce the chanceoffirescausedbyelectricalproblems.
Lookatthesilver-coloredbandinsidethefuse.Ifthe bandisbrokenormelted,replacethefuse.Besureyou replaceabadfusewithanewoneoftheidenticalsize andrating.
Fusesofthesameamperagecanbetemporarily borrowedfromanotherfuselocation,ifafusegoesout. Replacethefuseassoonasyoucan.
InstrumentPanelFuseBlock
Theinstrumentpanelfuseblockislocatedontheendof theinstrumentpanelonthedriversideofthevehicle.

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Line drawing of a car interior showing the door, seat, and dashboard (no text or symbols)Toaccessthefuses, openthefusepaneldoorby pullingthedoorout.
Toreinstallthedoor,firstinserttherearedgeofthefuse paneldoor,thenpushthefrontofthedoorintotheend oftheinstrumentpaneltosecureit.

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SDM WIPER CLUSTER T/SIG EMS2 EMS1 STOP LAMP CIGAR AUDIO OBD RR DEFOG CLUSTERROOM LAMP SOKET DOOR LOCK NA DRL SUNROOF B/UP LAMP HORN MIRROR/ SUNROOF AUDIO/RKE DEFOG MIRROR| FusesUsage | |
| AUDIOAudio,Clock,Immobilizer | |
| AUDIO/RKE | A/CSwitch,Clock,PowerMirrorUnit,Audio,Anti-TheftModule,TPMS |
| B/UPLAMPPNP | Switch,ReverseLampSwitch |
| BLANKNotUsed | |
| BLANKNotUsed | |
| BLANKNotUsed | |
| CIGARCigarLighter | |
| CLUSTER | BrakeSwitch,TPMS,Anti-Theft Module |
| DEFOG MIRROR | PowerMirrorUnit,A/CSwitch |
| RRDEFOGRearDefog | |
| DOORLOCKDoorLock | |
| NADRLNADRLCircuit | |
| MIRROR/SUNROOF | MirrorControlSwitch,RoomLamp,A/CSwitch |
| EMS1 | EngineRoomFuseBlock,TCM,VSS,FuelPump |
| EMS2StoplampSwitch | |
| HORN Horn | |
| OBDDLC,Immobilizer | |
| CLUSTER/ROOMLAMP | TrunkRoomLamp,TrunkOpenSwitch,IPC,RoomLamp |
| SDMSensingandDiagnosticModule | |
| FusesUsage | |
| SOKETPowerJack | |
| STOPLAMPBrakeSwitch | |
| SUNROOFSunroofModule(Option) | |
| T/SIGHazardSwitch | |
| WIPERWiperSwitch,WiperMotor |
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver side of the vehicle, near the battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-14 for more information on location.
Notice: Spillingliquidonanyelectricalcomponents onthevehiclemaydamageit.Alwayskeepthe coversonanyelectricalcomponent.
Toaccessthefuses, pressinthesideflapstorelease the cover. To reinstall the cover, push the cover until it is secure.

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ACC/RAP RELAY EMS-2 DIS EMS-1 STARTER RELAY IGN-2 RELAY HDLP LOW RELAY F/PUMP RELAY HDLP HIGH RELAY F/PUMP *FRT FOG ECU PKLP RH PKLP LH FAN HI RELAY FAN LOW RELAY FAN HI FAN LOW *P/WINDOW-2 *P/WINDOW-1 ACC/RAP HDLP LO RH HDLP LO LH IG2/ST HDLP HI RH HDLP HI LH HAZARD *FRONT FOG RELAY B+ CAUTION USE THE DESIGNATED FUSE AND RELAY ONLY. (*: OPTION)| FusesUsage |
| FANHICoolingFanHIRelay |
| ABS-1EBCM |
| ABS-2EBCM |
| FusesUsage | |
| SJBBATTInstrumentPanelFuseBlock | |
| ACC/IG1IGN1Relay | |
| IG2/STIGN2Relay,StarterRelay | |
| ACC/RAPInstrumentPanelFuseBlock | |
| P/WINDOW-2PowerWindowSwitch | |
| P/WWINDOW-1PowerWindowSwitch | |
| FANLOWCoolingFanLOWRelay | |
| A/CONA/CCompressorRelay | |
| PKLPLH | TailLamp(LH),SideMarker(LH),TurnSignal&ParkingLamp(LH),LicenseLamp |
| PKLPRH | TailLamp(RH),SideMarker(RH),TurnSignal&ParkingLamp(RH),LicenseLamp,I/PFuseBlock |
| ECUECM,TCM | |
| FRTFOGFrontFogLampRelay | |
| F/PUMPFuelPumpRelay | |
| FusesUsage | |
| HAZARDHazardSwitch,HoodContactSwitch | |
| HDLPHILHHeadLamp(LH),IPC | |
| HDLPHIRHHeadLamp(RH) | |
| IPCIPC | |
| HDLPLOLHHeadLamp(LH),I/PFuseBlock | |
| HDLPLORH HeadLamp(RH) | |
| EMS-1 | ECM,Injector |
| DLIS | IgnitionSwitch |
| EMS-2 | EVAPCanisterPurgeSolenoid,ThermostatHeater,HO2S,MAFSensor |
| SPARE | NotUsed |
| RelaysUsage | |
| F/PUMPRELAYF | FuelPump |
| STARTER RELAY | Starter |
| PARKLAMP RELAY | ParkLamp |
| FRONTFOG RELAY | FogLamp |
| HDLPHIGH RELAY | HeadLampHigh |
| HDLPLOW RELAY | HeadLampLow |
| FANHIGH RELAY | CoolingFanHigh |
| RelaysUsage | |
| FANLOW RELAY | CoolingFanLow |
| A/CONRELAYAirConditioner | |
| ENGINEMAIN RELAY | MainPower |
| ACC/RAP RELAY | I/PFuseBlock |
| IGN-2RELAYIgnition | |
| Misc.Usage | |
| FUSEPULLERFusePuller |
CapacitiesandSpecifications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7-11 formoreinformation.
| Application | Capacities | |
| EnglishMetric | ||
| AirConditioningRefrigerantR134a | Fortheairconditioningsystemrefrigerantcharge amount,seetherefrigerantcautionlabellocated underthehood.Seeyourdealer/retailerformore information. | |
| CoolingSystem6.7qt6.3L | ||
| EngineOilwithFilter4.8qt4.5L | ||
| FuelTank11.9gal45.0L | ||
| Transmission,Automatic6.2qt5.87L | ||
| Transmission,Manual1.9qt1.8L | ||
| WheelNutTorque | 81lbft | 110N•m |
| Allcapacitiesareapproximate.Whenadding,besuretofilltotheapproximatelevel,asrecommendedinthismanual.Recheckfluidlevelafterfilling. | ||
EngineSpecifications
| Engine | VIN Code | Transmission | Spark Plug Gap |
| 1.6LL4 | 6 | Automatic and Manual | 0.039-0.043inch(1.0-1.1mm) |
NOTES
Section7MaintenanceSchedule
Maintenance Schedule 7-2
Introduction....7-2
ScheduledMaintenance....7-3
OwnerChecksandServices....7-9
RecommendedFluidsandLubricants......7-11
MaintenanceReplacementParts....7-13
EngineDriveBeltRouting....7-14
MaintenanceRecord....7-15
MaintenanceSchedule
Introduction
Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, recommended fluids, and lubricants are necessary to keep this vehicle in good working condition. Damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Asthevehicleowner,youareresponsibleforthe scheduledmaintenanceinthissection.Werecommend havingyourdealer/retailerperformtheseservices. Propervehiclemaintenancehelpstokeepthevehicle ingoodworkingcondition,improvesfueleconomy,and reducesvehicleemissionsforbetterairquality.
Becauseofallthedifferentwayspeopleusevehicles, maintainanceneedsvary. Thevehiclemightneed morefrequentchecksandservices. Pleasereadthe informationunderScheduledMaintenance. Tokeep thevehicleingoodcondition, seeyourdealer/retailer.
Themaintenancescheduleisforvehiclesthat:
- carrypassengersandcargowithinrecommended limitsontheTireandLoadingInformationlabel. SeeLoadingtheVehicleonpage5-15.
- aredrivenonreasonableroadsurfaceswithinlegal drivinglimits.
- usetherecommendedfuel.SeeGasolineOctane on page 6-6.
⚠ WARNING:
Performingmaintenanceworkonvehiclecanbe dangerous. In tryingtodosomejobs, you can be seriously injured. Doyourownmaintenancework only if you have there required know-how and the propertoolsandequipment for the job. If you have any doubt, see your dealer/retailert to have a qualified techniciandothework. See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 6-5.
Atyourdealer/retailer,youcanbecertainthatyouwill receivethehighestlevelofserviceavailable.Your dealer/retailerhasspeciallytrainedservicetechnicians, usesgenuinereplacementparts,aswellas,uptodate toolsandequipmenttoensurefastandaccurate diagnostics.
The proper replacement parts, fluids, and lubricant to use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7-11 and Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 7-13. Were recommend the use of genuine parts from your dealer/retailer.
RotationofNewTires
Tomaintainride, handling, and performance of the vehicle, its important that the first rotation service for new tires be performed when they have 8000 to 13000 km (5,000 to 8,000 miles). See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6-62.
ScheduledMaintenance
WhentheChangeEngineOilLight Displays
Changeengineoilandfilter.SeeEngineOil on page 6-15 .AnEmissionControlService.
Whenthechangeengineoillightdisplays,serviceis requiredforthevehicleassoonaspossible,within thenext1000km/600miles. Ifdrivingunderthebest conditions,theengineoilifesystemmightnotindicate theneedforvehicleserviceformorethanayear. Theengineoilandfiltermustbechangedatleast onceayearandtheoilifesystemmustbereset. Yourdealer/retailerhastrainedservicetechnicians whowillperformthisworkandresetthesystem. Ifthe engineoilifesystemmisresetaccidentally,servicethe vehiclewithin5000km/3,000milessincethelast service. Resettheoilifesystemwhenevertheoilis changed.SeeEngineOilLifeSystemonpage6-18.
When the change engine oil light displays, certain services, checks, and inspections are required. The services described for Maintenance should be performed at every engine oil change. The services described for Maintenance should be performed when:
- MaintenanceIwasperformedthelasttimethe engineoilwaschanged.
- Ithasbeen10monthsormoresincethechange engineoillighthasdisplayedorsincethelast service.
MaintenanceI
- Changeengineoilandfilter.SeeEngineOil on page 6-15 .AnEmissionControlService.
• Enginecoolantlevelcheck.SeeEngineCoolant onpage6-25.
• Windshieldwasherfluidlevelcheck.See WindshieldWasherFluidonpage6-33. - Tireinflationcheck.SeeInflation-TirePressure onpage 6-58 .
- Tirewearinspection.See TireInspection and Rotationonpage6-62.
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Rotatetires. See TireInspection and Rotation on page 6-62.
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Fluidsvisuaileakcheck(orevery12months, whicheveroccursfirst).Aleakinanysystemmust berepairedandthefluidlevelchecked.
- Engineaircleanerfilterinspection(vehicles drivenindustryconditionsonly).SeeEngineAir Cleaner/Filteronpage6-19.
- Brakesysteminspection(orevery12months, whicheveroccursfirst).
MaintenanceII
• PerformallservicesdescribedinMaintenance1.
• Steeringandsuspensioninspection.Visual inspectionfordamaged,loose,ormissingparts orsignsofwear.
• Enginecoolingsysteminspection. Visual inspectionofhoses,pipes,fittings,andclamps andreplacement,ifneeded.
- Windshieldwiperbladeinspectionforwear, cracking,orcontaminationandwindshieldand wiperbladecleaning,ifcontaminated.See WindshieldandWiperBlades onpage 6-83. Wornordamagedwiperbladereplacement. SeeWindshieldWiperBladeReplacement on page 6-50.
- Bodyhingesandlatches,keylockcylinders, andtrunklidhingesandlatcheslubrication. SeeRecommendedFluidsandLubricants on page 7-11 .Morefrequentlubricationmaybe requiredwhenvehicleisexposedtoacorrosive environment.Applyingsiliconegreaseon weatherstripswithacleanclothmakesthem lastlonger,sealbetter,andnotstickorsqueak.
- Restraintsystemcomponentcheck.SeeChecking theRestraintSystemsonpage2-72.
• Automatictransmissionfluidlevelcheck andaddingfluid,ifneeded.SeeAutomatic TransmissionFluidonpage6-20.
• Engineaircleanerfilterinspection.SeeEngineAir Cleaner/Filteronpage6-19. - Passengercompartmentairfilter(ifequipped) replacement(orevery12months,whichever occursfirst). Morefrequentreplacementmaybe requiredifvehicleisdrivenregularlyunderdusty conditions.
- PCVsysteminspection.AnEmissionControl Service.TheU.S.EnvironmentALProtection AgencyortheCaliforniaAirResourcesBoard hasdeterminedthatthefailuretoperformthis maintenanceitemwillnotnullifytheemission warrantyorlimitrecallliabilitypriortothe completionofthevehicle'susefullife. We,however,urgetatallrecommended maintenanceservicesbeperformedatthe indicatedintervalsandthemaintenancebe recorded.
AdditionalRequiredServices
AtEachFuelStop
- Engineoillevelcheck.SeeEngineOil on page 6-15.
- Enginecoolantlevelcheck.SeeEngineCoolant onpage6-25.
- Windshieldwasherfluidlevelcheck. SeeWindshieldWasherFluidonpage6-33.
OnceaMonth
- Tireinflationcheck.SeeInflation-TirePressure onpage 6-58 .
- Tirewearinspection.See TireInspection and Rotationonpage6-62.
OnceaYear
- Starterswitchcheck.SeeOwnerChecksand Servicesonpage7-9.
- ParkingbrakeandautomatictransmissionP(Park) mechanismcheck.SeeOwnerChecksand Servicesonpage7-9.
• Automatictransmissionshiftlockcontrolsystem check.SeeOwnerChecksandServices on page 7-9. - Ignitiontransmissionlockcheck.SeeOwner ChecksandServicesonpage7-9.
- Enginecoolingsystemandpressurecappressure check.Radiatorandairconditioningcondenser outsidecleaning.SeeCoolingSystem on page6-24.
- Acceleratorpedalcheckfordamage, higheffort, orbinding. Replace if needed.
FirstEngineOilChangeAfterEvery 40000km/25,000Miles
• Fuelsysteminspectionfordamageorleaks.
• Engineaircleanerfilterreplacement.SeeEngine AirCleaner/Filteronpage6-19.
- Sparkplugreplacement.Nottoexceed 60000km/37,500miles).AnEmissionControl Service.
- Engineaccessorydrivebeltinspectionforfraying, excessivecracks,orobviousdamage and replacement,ifneeded.AnEmissionControl Service.
- Exhaustsystemandnearbyheatshields inspectionforlooseordamagedcomponents.
FirstEngineOilChangeAfterEvery 80000km/50,000Miles
- Automatic transmission fluid and filter change (severeservice only) for vehicles mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather, inhilly or mountainous terrain, when frequently towing a trailer, or used for taxi, police, or delivery service. See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 6-20.
- Powersteeringpumpaccessorydrivebelt replacement.
- Evaporativecontrolsysteminspection.Checkall fuelandvaporlinesandhosesforproperhook-up, routing,andcondition.EVAPventsolenoidvalve replacement.AnEmissionControlService. TheU.S.EnvironmentalProtectionAgencyorthe CaliforniaAirResourcesBoardhasdetermined thatthefailuretoperformthismaintenanceitem willnotnullifytheemissionwarrantyorlimit recallliabilitypriortothecompletionofthe vehicle'susefulllife.We,however,urgethatall recommendedmaintenanceservicesbeperformed attheindicatedintervalsandthemaintenancebe recorded.
FirstEngineOilChangeAfterEvery 160000km/100,000Miles
- Timingbeltreplacement.
• Valveclearanceadjustment.
FirstEngineOilChangeAfterEvery 240000km/150,000Miles
- Enginecoolingsystemdrain,flush,andrefill,coolingsystemandcappressurecheck,and cleaningofoutsideofradiatorandairconditioning condenser(orevery5years,whicheveroccurs first).SeeEngineCoolant onpage6-25 .An EmissionControlService.
ScheduledMaintenance
| ServiceMaintenanceIMaintenanceII | ||
| Changeengineoilandfilter.Resetoillifesystem.** | ||
| Enginecoolantlevelcheck.** | ||
| Windshieldwasherfluidlevelcheck.** | ||
| Tireinflationpressurescheck.** | ||
| Tirewearinspection.** | ||
| Rotatetires.** | ||
| Fluidsvisualleakcheck.** | ||
| Engineaircleanerfilterinspection(vehiclesdrivenindustyconditionsonly).** | ||
| Brakesysteminspection.** | ||
| Steeringandsuspensioninspection. | • | |
| Enginecoolingsysteminspection. | • | |
| Windshieldwiperbladesinspection. | • | |
| Bodycomponentslubrication. | • | |
| Restraintsystemcomponentscheck. | • | |
| Automatictransmissionfluidlevelcheck. | • | |
| Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles not driven in dusty conditions). | • | |
| Passengercompartmentairfilter(ifequipped)replacement. | • | |
| PCVsysteminspection. | • |
OwnerChecksandServices StarterSwitchCheck

WARNING:
When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could moves suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
- Before starting this check, besure there is enough room around the vehicle.
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Firmly apply both the parking brake and theregular brake. See Parking Brake on page 3-28.
Donotusetheacceleratorpedal, and beready to turnoff the engine immediately if it starts. -
For automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine each gear. The starters should work only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service.
Formanualtransmissionvehicles,puttheshift leverinNeutral,pushtheclutchpedaldown halfway,andtrytostarttheengine.Thestarter shouldworkonlywhentheclutchpedalispushed downallthewaytothefloor.Ifthestarterworks whentheclutchpedalisnotpushedalltheway down,yourvehicleneedsservice.
AutomaticTransmissionShiftLock ControlSystemCheck

WARNING:
When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could moves suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
- Before starting this check, besure there is enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.
- Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 3-28. Beready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move.
- With the engine off, turn the ignition to ON/RUN, but donot start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to movetheshift lever out of P (Park) with normaleffort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact your dealer/retailer for service.
IgnitionTransmissionLockCheck
Whileparked, and with the parking brakes set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK/OFFineach shift lever position.
- Forautomatictransmissionvehicles, the ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF only when the shift lever is in P(Park).
- Formanualtransmissionvehicles, theignition shouldturntoLOCK/OFFonlywhenyoupressthe keyreleasebutton.
Onallvehicles, the ignition key should come out only in LOCK/OFF.
Turnthesteeringwheeltotheleftandtotheright. Itshouldonlylockwhenturnedtotheright.
Contactyourdealer/retailerifserviceisrequired.
ParkingBrakeandAutomatic TransmissionP(Park)Mechanism Check
WARNING:
Whenyouaredoingthischeck,thevehiclecould begintomove.Youorotherscouldbeinjuredand propertycouldbedamaged.Makesurethereis roominfrontofthevehicleincaseitbeginsto roll.Bereadytoapplytheregularbrakeatonce shouldthevehiclebegintomove.
Parkonafairlysteephill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.
- Tochecktheparkingbrake'sholdingability: Withtheengine running and the transmission in N(Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only.
- TochecktheP(Park)mechanism'sholdingability: Withtheengine running, shifttoP(Park). Then releasetheparkingbrakefollowedbytheregular brake.
Contactyourdealer/retailerifserviceisrequired.
RecommendedFluidsand Lubricants
Fluidsandlubricantsidentifiedbelowbyname, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer/retailer.
| UsageFluid/Lubricant | |
| EngineOil | EngineoilwhichmeetsGMStandard GM6094ManddisplaytheAmerican PetroleumInstituteCertifiedfor GasolineEnginesstarburstsymbol. Todeterminetheproperviscosityfor yourvehicle'sengine,seeEngineOil onpage 6-15 . |
| EngineCoolant | 50/50mixtureofclean,drinkable wateranduseonlyDEX-COOL® Coolant.SeeEngineCoolant on page 6-25 . |
| HydraulicBrake System | DOT3HydraulicBrakeFluid (GMPartNo.U.S.12377967, inCanada89021320). |
| Windshield WasherSolvent | Optikleen® WasherSolvent. |
| PowerSteering System | DEXRON® -VIAutomaticTransmission Fluid. |
| Automatic Transmission | UseonlyT-IVAutomaticTransmission Fluid(GMPartNo.U.S.88900925, inCanada22689186). |
| Manual Transmission | ManualTransmissionFluid (GMPartNo.U.S.89021806, inCanada89021807). |
| KeyLock Cylinders | Multi-PurposeLubricant,Superlube (GMPartNo.U.S.12346241, inCanada10953474). |
| Manual Transmission ShiftLinkage | ChassisLubricant (GMPartNo.U.S.12377985, inCanada88901242)orlubricant meetingrequirementsofNLGI#2, CategoryLBorGC-LB. |
| Chassis Lubrication | ChassisLubricant (GMPartNo.U.S.12377985, inCanada88901242)orlubricant meetingrequirementsofNLGI#2, CategoryLBorGC-LB. |
| UsageFluid | Lubricant |
| HoodLatch Assembly, Secondary Latch,Pivots, Spring Anchor,and ReleasePawl | LubriplateLubricantAerosol (GMPartNo.U.S.12346293, inCanada992723)orlubricant meetingrequirementsofNLGI#2, CategoryLBorGC-LB. |
| HoodandDoor Hinges | Multi-PurposeLubricant,Superlube (GMPartNo.U.S.12346241, inCanada10953474). |
| Weatherstrip Conditioning | WeatherstripLubricant (GMPartNo.U.S.3634770, inCanada10953518)or DielectricSiliconeGrease (GMPartNo.U.S.12345579, inCanada992887). |
MaintenanceReplacementParts
Replacementpartsidentifiedbelowbyname, partnumber, orspecification can be obtained from your dealer/retailer.
MaintenanceReplacementParts
| PartGMPartNumberACDelcoPartNumber | ||
| EngineAirCleaner/Filter96536696A3081C | ||
| EngineOilFilter93185674— | ||
| PassengerCompartmentAirFilter96962173— | ||
| SparkPlugs96476119— | ||
| WiperBlades-Hatchback | ||
| DriverSide96476652— | ||
| PassengerSide96476656— | ||
| Rear96301840— | ||
| WiperBlades-Sedan | ||
| DriverSide96476652— | ||
| PassengerSide96476656— | ||
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Pure mechanical diagram showing pulleys and circles without any text, numbers, or symbolsMaintenanceRecord
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintain an uncereceipts.
MaintenanceRecord
| Date | Odometer Reading | ServicedByServicesPerformed |
MaintenanceRecord(cont'd)
| Date | Odometer Reading | ServicedByServicesPerformed |
MaintenanceRecord(cont'd)
| Date | Odometer Reading | ServicedByServicesPerformed |
MaintenanceRecord(cont'd)
| Date | Odometer Reading | ServicedByServicesPerformed |
Section8CustomerAssistanceInformation
CustomerAssistanceandInformation......8-2
CustomerSatisfactionProcedure......8-2
OnlineOwnerCenter....8-5
CustomerAssistance
forTextTelephone(TTY)Users......8-6
CustomerAssistanceOffices......8-6
GMMobilityReimbursementProgram......8-7
RoadsideAssistanceProgram....8-7
SchedulingServiceAppointments......8-10
CourtesyTransportationProgram....8-10
CollisionDamageRepair....8-12
Reporting Safety Defects 8-15
Reporting Safety Defects totheUnitedStatesGovernment......8-15
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government......8-16
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors....8-16
ServicePublicationsOrderingInformation.....8-17
VehicleDataRecordingandPrivacy....8-18
EventDataRecorders....8-18
OnStar ^® 8-19
RadioFrequencyIdentification(RFID)......8-20
RadioFrequencyStatement......8-20
CustomerAssistance and Information
CustomerSatisfactionProcedure
Yoursatisfactionandgoodwillareimportanttoyour dealerandtoChevrolet.Normally,anyconcernswith thesalestransactionortheoperationofthevehicle willberesolvedbythedealer'ssalesorservice departments.Sometimes,however,despitethebest intentionsofallconcerned,misunderstandingscan occur.Ifyourconcernhasnotbeenresolvedtoyour satisfaction,thefollowingstepsshouldbetaken:
STEPONE: Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If them matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service, or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager.
STEPTWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, in the U.S., call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, call General Motors of Canada Customer Communication Centre at 1-800-263-3777 (English), or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Weencourageyoutocallthetoll-freenumberinorder togiveyourinquirypromptattention.Havethefollowing informationavailabletogivetheCustomerAssistance Representative:
- VehicleIdentificationNumber(VIN). This is available from the vehicleeregistration or title, or the plate at the top of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.
• Dealershipnameandlocation.
• Vehicledeliverydateandpresentmileage.
When contacting Chevrolet, remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer's facility. That is why wesuggest following Step One first.
STEPTHREE—U.S.Owners: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you can file with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program to enforce your rights.
TheBBBAutoLineProgramisanoutofcourtprogram administeredbytheCouncilofBetterBusinessBureaus tosettleautomotivedisputesregardingvehiclerepairs ortheinterpretationoftheNewVehicleLimited Warranty.Althoughyoumayberequiredtoresortto thisinformaldisputereresolutionprogrampriortofiling acourtaction,useoftheprogramisfreeofcharge andyourcasewillgenerallybeheardwithin40days. Ifyoudonotagreewiththedecisiongiveninyourcase, youmayrejectitandproceedwithanyothervenuefor reliefavailabletoyou.
YoumaycontacttheBBBAutoLineProgramusingthe toll-freetelephonenumberorwritethematthefollowing address:
BBBAutoLineProgram
CouncilofBetterBusinessBureaus, Inc.
4200WilsonBoulevard
Suite800
Arlington, VA22203-1838
Telephone:1-800-955-5100
dr.bbb.org/goauto
Thisprogramisavailableinall50statesandthe DistrictofColumbia.Eligibilityislimitedbyvehicleage, mileage,andotherfactors.GeneralMotorsreservesthe righttochangeeligibilitylimitationsand/ordiscontinue itsparticipationinthisprogram.
STEPTHREE—CanadianOwners: Intheevent that you donot feelyourconcernshavebeen addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps 1 and 2, General Motors of Canada Limited wants youtobe aware of its participation in nano-charge Mediation/Arbitration Program. General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims. The program provides for the review of the facts involved by an impartial third party arbiter, and may include an informal hearing before the arbiter. The program is designed so that the entire dispute settlement process, from the time you file your complaint to the final decision, should be completed in about 70 days. We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal, quick, and free of charge.
For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call the General Motors Customer Communication Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), 1-800-263-7854 (French), or writeto:
TheMediation/ArbitrationProgram c/oCustomerCommunicationCentre GeneralMotorsofCanadaLimited MailCode:CA1-163-005 1908ColonelSamDrive Oshawa,OntarioL1H8P7
YourinquiryshouldbeaccompaniedbytheVehicle IdentificationNumber(VIN).
OnlineOwnerCenter
OnlineOwnerCenter(U.S.)— www.gmownercenter.com/chevrolet
Information and services customized for your specific vehicle—all in one convenient place.
• Digitalownermanual, warrantyinformation, andmore
• Onlineserviceandmaintenancerecords
• FindChevroletdealersforservicenationwide
• Exclusiveprivilegesandoffers
• Recallnoticesforyourspecificvehicle
- OnStar® and GMCardmemberServicesEarnings summaries
OtherHelpfulLinks:
Chevrolet—www.chevrolet.com
ChevroletMerchandise—www.chevymall.com
HelpCenter—www.chevrolet.com/helpcenter
- FAQ
- ContactUs
MyGMCanada(Canada)—www.gm.ca
MyGMCanadaisapassword-protectedsection ofwww.gm.cawhereyoucansaveinformationonGMvehicles,getpersonalizedoffers,andusehandy toolsandformswithgreaterase.
Hereareafewofthevaluabletoolsandservicesyou willhaveaccessto:
• MyShowroom: Findandsaveinformationon vehiclesandcurrentoffersinyourarea.
- MyDealers/Retailers: Savedetailssuchas addressandphonenumberforeachofyour preferredGMdealers/retailers.
- MyDriveway: Accessquicklinkstoparts andserviceestimates, checktrade-invalues, orscheduleaserviceappointmentbyadding thevehiclesyouowntoyourdrivewayprofile.
- MyPreferences: Manageyourprofileandusetools andformswithgreaterase.
Tosignup, visit the My GM Canad a section within www.gm.ca.
CustomerAssistanceforText Telephone(TTY)Users
Toassistcustomerswhoaredeaf,hardof hearing,orspeech-impairedandwhouseText Telephones(TTYs),ChevrolethasTTYequipment availableatitsCustomerAssistanceCenter.AnyTTY userintheU.S.cancommunicatewithChevroletby dialing:1-800-833-CHEV(2438).(TTYusersinCanada candial1-800-263-3830.)
CustomerAssistanceOffices
Chevroletencouragescustomerstocallthetoll-free numberforassistance.However,ifacustomerwishes towriteore-mailChevrolet,thelettershouldbe addressedto:
UnitedStates—CustomerAssistance
ChevroletMotorDivision
ChevroletCustomerAssistanceCenter
P.O.Box33170
Detroit, MI48232-5170
Chevrolet.com
1-800-222-1020
1-800-833-2438(ForTextTelephone
devices(TTYs))
RoadsideAssistance:1-800-CHEV-USA(243-8872)
FromPuertoRico:
1-800-496-9992(English)
1-800-496-9993(Spanish)
From U.S. Virgin Islands:
1-800-496-9994
Canada—CustomerAssistance
General Motors of Canada Limited
CustomerCommunicationCentre, CA1-163-005
1908ColonelSamDrive
Oshawa,OntarioL1H8P7
gmcanada.com
1-800-263-3777(English)
Overseas—CustomerAssistance
PleasecontactthelocalGeneralMotorsBusinessUnit.
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands)—Customer Assistance
General Motors de Mexico, S. de R. L. de C. V.
CustomerAssistanceCenter
PaseodelaReforma#2740
Col.LomasdeBezares
C.P.11910,Mexico,D.F.
01-800-508-0000
LongDistance:011-52-53290800
GMMobilityReimbursement Program
GM MOBILITY ^SM
Thisprogram, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to \$1,000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle, such as hand control or a wheelchair/scooter lift.
The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. Form more details, ortodetermine your vehicle's eligibility, visit gmmobility.com or call the GMMobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935.
GeneralMotorsofCanadaalsohasaMobilityProgram. Call1-800-GM-DRIVE(463-7483)fordetails.TTYusers call1-800-263-3830.
RoadsideAssistanceProgram
For U.S. purchased vehicles, call
1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872);
(Text telephone (TTY): 1-888-889-2438).
For Canadian purchased vehicles, call 1-800-268-6800.
Serviceisavailable24hoursaday,365daysayear.
CallingforAssistance
WhencallingRoadsideAssistance, havethefollowing informationready:
- Yourname,homeaddress,andhometelephone number
• Telephonenumberofyourlocation - Locationofthevehicle
• Model, year, color, and license plate number of the vehicle
- Odometerreading, VehicleIdentification Number(VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle
• Descriptionoftheproblem
Coverage
Servicesareprovidedupto5years/100,000miles (160000km),whichevercomesfirst.
IntheU.S.,anyonedrivingthevehicleiscovered. InCanada,apersondrivingthevehiclewithout permissionfromtheownerisnotcovered.
RoadsideAssistanceisnotapartoftheNewVehicle LimitedWarranty.ChevroletandGeneralMotors of CanadaLimitedreservetherighttomakeanych changes ordiscontinuetheRoadsideAssistanceprogramatany timewithoutnotification.
Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reservetheright to limits services or payment to an owner or driver if they decide the claims are made too often, or the same type of claim is made many times.
ServicesProvided
- EmergencyFuelDelivery: Deliveryofenough fuelforthevehicletogettothenearestservice station.
- Lock-OutService:Serviceisprovidedtounlock thevehicleifyouarelockedout.Aremoteunlock maybeavailableifyouhaveOnStar ®.Forsecurity reasons,thedrivermustpresentidentification beforethisserviceisgiven.
- EmergencyTowFromaPublicRoador Highway: TowtothenearestChevroletdealerfor warrantyservice, orifthevehiclewasinacrash and cannot bedriven. Assistanceisalsogiven whenthevehicleisstuckinthesand, mud, orsnow.
- FlatTireChange:Serviceisprovidedtochangeaflattirewiththesparetire.Thesparetire,ifequipped,mustbeingoodconditionandproperlyinflated.Itistheowner'sresponsibilityfortherepairorreplacementofthetireifitisnotcoveredbythewarranty.
- BatteryJumpStart:Serviceisprovidedtojump startadeadbattery.
ServicesNotIncludedinRoadside Assistance
• Impoundtowingcausedbyviolationofanylaws.
- Legalfines.
- Mounting, dismounting or changing of snowtires, chains, or other traction devices.
- Towingorservicesforvehiclesdrivenona non-publicroadorhighway.
ServicesSpecifictoCanadian PurchasedVehicles
- Fueldelivery:Reimbursementisapproximately \$5Canadian.Dieselfueldeliverymaybe restricted.Propaneandotherfuelsarenot providedthroughthisservice.
- Lock-OutService: Vehicleregistration is required.
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TripRoutingService:DetailedmapsofNorth Americaareprovidedwhenrequestedeither withthemostdirectrouteorthemostscenic route.Thereisalimitofsixrequestsperyear. Additionaltravelinformationisalsoavailable. Allowthreeweeksfordelivery.
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TriplInterruptionBenefitsandAssistance:Must beover250kmfromwhereyourtripwasstartedto qualify.GeneralMotorsofCanadaLimitedrequires pre-authorization,originaldetailedreceipts,anda copyoftherepairorders.Onceauthorizationhas beenreceived,theRoadsideAssistanceadvisor willhelpyoumakearrangementsandexplainhow toreceivepayment.
- AlternativeService:Ifassistancecannotbe providedrightaway,theRoadsideAssistance advisorymaygiveyoupermissiontogetlocal emergencyroadservice.Youwillreceivepayment, upto\$100,aftersendingtheoriginalreceiptto RoadsideAssistance.Mechanicalfailuresmaybe covered,howeveranycostforpartsandlabor forrepairsnotcoveredbythewarrantyarethe ownerresponsibility.
SchedulingServiceAppointments
When your vehiclerequires warranty service, contact your dealer/retailer and request an appointment. By scheduling as service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer/retailercan help minimize your inconvenience.
If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership/retailer, let them know this, and ask for instructions.
If the dealer/retailer requests you to bring the vehicle for service, you are urged todos to easily in the work day as possible to allow forth the same day repair.
CourtesyTransportationProgram
Toenhanceyouownershipexperience,weandour participatingdealersareproudtoofferCourtesy Transportation,acustomersupportprogramforvehicles withtheNewVehicleLimitedWarranty(BaseWarranty CoverageperiodinCanada)andextendedpowertrain, andhybridspecificwarrantyinboththeU.S.and Canada.
Several courtesy transportation options are available to assist in reducing your inconvenience when warranty repairs are required.
Courtesy Transportation is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled "Warranty and Owner Assistance Information" furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information.
TransportationOptions
Warrantyservicecangenerallybecompleted whileyouwait.However,ifyouareunabletowait, GMhelpstominimizeyourinconveniencebyproviding severaltransportationoptions.Dependingonthe circumstances,yourdealercanofferyouoneof thefollowing:
ShuttleService
Shuttleserviceisthepreferredmeansofoffering CourtesyTransportation.Dealersmayprovideyou withshuttleservicetogetyoutoyourdestination withminimalinterruptionofyourdailyschedule. Thisincludesone-wayorroundtripshuttleservice withinreasonabletimeanddistanceparametersof thedealer'sarea.
PublicTransportationorFuel Reimbursement
If your vehiclerequires overnight warranty repairs, and public transportation is used instead of the dealer's shuttleservice, the expense must be supported by original receipts and canonly beuptothemaximum amount allowed by GM for shuttleservice. In addition, for U.S. customers, should you arrangetransportation through a friend or relative, limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available. Claim amount should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. See your dealer for information regarding the allowance amounts for reimbursement of fuel or other transportation costs.
CourtesyRentalVehicle
Yourdealermayarrangetoprovideyouwitha courtesyrentalvehicleorreimburseyouforarental vehiclethatyouobtainifyourvehicleiskeptforan overnightwarrantyrepair.Rentalreimbursementwill belimitedandmustbesupportedbyoriginalreceipts. Thisrequiresthatyousignandcompletearental agreementandmeetstate/provincial,local,andrental vehicleproviderrequirements.Requirementsvaryand mayincludeminimumagerequirements,insurance coverage,creditcard,etc.Youareresponsibleforfuel usagechargesandmayalsoberesponsiblefortaxes, levies,usagefees,excessivemileage,orrentalusage beyondthecompletionoftherepair.
It may not be possible to provide ideal vehicle as a courtesy rental.
AdditionalProgramInformation
Allprogramoptions,suchasshuttleservice,maynot beavailableateverydealer.Pleasecontactyourdealer for specificinformationaboutavailability.AllCourtesy Transportationarrangementswillbeadministeredby appropriatedealerpersonnel.
General Motors reserve the right tounilaterally modify, change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its soled discretion.
CollisionDamageRepair
If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, havethedamagerepaired by a qualified technician using the properequipment and quality replacement parts. Poorly performed collision repairs diminish your vehicle's resale value, and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions.
CollisionParts
GenuineGMCollisionpartsarenewpartsmadewith thesamematerialsandconstructionmethodsas thepartswithwhichyourvehiclewasoriginallybuilt. GenuineGMCollisionpartsareyourbestchoiceto ensurethatyourvehicle'sdesignedappearance, durability,andsafetyarepreserved. Theuseof GenuineGMpartscanhelpmaintainyourGMNew VehicleWarranty.
Recycledoriginalequipmentpartsmayalsobeusedfor repair. Thesepartsaretypicallyremovedfromvehicles thatweretotallossesinpriorcrashes. Inmostcases, thepartsbeingrecycledarefromundamagedsections ofthevehicle. ArecycledoriginalequipmentGMpart, maybeanacceptablechoicetomaintainyourvehicle's originallydesignedappearanceandsafetyperformance, however, thehistoryofthesepartsisnotknown. Such partsarenotcoveredbyyourGMNewVehicleLimited Warranty, andanyrelatedfailuresarenotcoveredby thatwarranty.
Aftermarketcollisionpartsarealsoavailable. These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for your vehicle. As a result, these parts may fit poorly, exhibit premature durability/corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions. After market parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty.
RepairFacility
Werecommendthatyouchooseacollisionrepair facilitythatmeetsyourneedsbeforeyoueverneed collisionrepairs.Yourdealer/retailermayhavea collisionrepaircenterwithGM-trainedtechniciansand stateoftheartequipment,orbeabletorecommenda collisionrepaircenterthathasGM-trainedtechnicians andcomparableequipment.
InsuringYourVehicle
Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms. Many insurance policies provided reduced protection to your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts. Some insurance companies will not specify aftermarket collision parts. When purchasing insurance, we recommend that you assure your vehicle will be repaired with GM original equipment collision parts. If such insurance coverage is not available from your current insurance carrier, considers switching to another insurance carrier.
If your vehicle is leased, the leasing company may require you to have insurance that assures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts. Ready your lease carefully, as you maybe charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs.
IfaCrashOccurs
Hereiswhattodoifyouareinvolvedinacrash.
- Checktomakesurethatyouareallright.Ifyou areuninjured,makesurethatnooneelseinyour vehicle,ortheothervehicle,isinjured.
- Iftherehasbeenaninjury,callemergency servicesforhelp.Donotleavethesceneofacrashuntilallmattershavebeentakencareof.Moveyourvehicleonlyifitspositionputsyouindangeroryouareinstructedtomoveitbyapoliceofficer.
- Giveonlythenecessaryandrequestedinformation topoliceandotherpartiesinvolvedinthecrash. Donotdiscussyourpersonalcondition,mental frameofmind,oranythingunrelatedtothecrash. Thiswillhelpguardagainstpost-crashlegalaction.
- If you need roadside assistance, call GM Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 8-7 form more information.
- If your vehicle cannot bed driven, know where the towingservicewill betaking it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or writed down the driver's name, the service's name, and the phonenumber.
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Removeanyvaluablesfromyourvehiclebefore itistowedaway.Makesurethisincludesyour insuranceinformationandregistrationifyoukeep theseitemsinyourvehicle.
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Gathertheimportantinformationyouwillneedfrom theotherdriver.Thingslikename,address,phone number,driver'slicensenumber,vehiclelicense plate,vehiclemake,modelandmodelyear,VehicleIdentificationNumber(VIN),insurance companyandpolicynumber,andageneral descriptionofthedamagetotheothervehicle.
- If possible, call your insurance company from the scene of the crash. They will walkyouth through the information they will need. If they ask for a police report, phone or goto the police department headquarter then next day and you can get a copy of thereport for an nominal fee. In some states/provinces with "nofault" insurancelaws, a report may not be necessary. This is especially true if there are no injuries and both vehicles are driveable.
- Chooseareputablecollisionrepairfacilityfor yourvehicle.Whetheryouselectadealer/retailer oraprivatecollisionrepairfacilitytofixthe damage,makesureyouarecomfortablewith them.Remember,youwillhavetofeelcomfortable withtheirworkforalongtime.
- Onceyouhaveanestimate,readitcarefullyand makesureyouunderstandwhatworkwillbe performedonyourvehicle.Ifyouhaveaquestion, askforanexplanation.Reputableshopswelcome thisopportunity.
ManagingtheVehicleDamageRepair Process
Intheeventthatyourvehiclerequiresdamagerepairs, GMrecommendsthatyoutakeanactiveroleinits repair. If you have apre-determinedrepairfacility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there. Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be originalequipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts. Remember, recycled part will not be covered by your GM vehicle warranty.
Insurancepaysthebillfortherepair, butyoumust livewiththerepair. Depending on your policy limits, your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts. Discuss this with your repair professional, and insiston Genuine GM parts. Remember if your vehicle is leased you maybe obligated to have the vehiclerepaired with Genuine GM parts, even if your insurance covered does not pay the full cost.
Ifanotherparty'sinsurancecompanyispayingfor therepairs,youarenotobligatedtoacceptarepair valuationbasedonthatinsurancecompany'scollision policyrepairlimits,asyouhavenocontractuallimits withthatcompany.Insuchcases,youcanhavecontrol oftherepairandpartschoicesaslongascoststays withinreasonablelimits.
ReportingSafetyDefects
ReportingSafetyDefectstothe UnitedStatesGovernment
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying General Motors.
IfNHTSAreceivessimilarcomplaints, itmayopen aninvestigation, and if it find sthat as safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order are recall and remedycampaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors.
TocontactNHTSA,youmaycalltheVehicle
SafetyHotlinetoll-freeat1-888-327-4236
(TTY:1-800-424-9153);goto
http://www.safercar.gov;orwriteto:
Administrator, NHTSA
1200NewJerseyAvenue,S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20590
Youcanalsoobtainotherinformationaboutmotor vehiclesafetyfromhttp://www.safercar.gov.
ReportingSafetyDefectstothe CanadianGovernment
IfyouliveinCanada, and you believe that your vehicle has as safety defect, notify Transport Canada immediately, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. Call them at 1-800-333-0510 or writeto:
TransportCanada RoadSafetyBranch 2780SheffieldRoad Ottawa,OntarioK1B3V9
Reporting Safety Defect to General Motors
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in asituation likethis, pleasenotify General Motors.
Call1-800-222-1020, orwrite:
ChevroletMotorDivision
ChevroletCustomerAssistanceCenter
P.O.Box33170
Detroit, MI48232-5170
InCanada, call 1-800-263-3777 (English) or
1-800-263-7854(French), or write:
General Motors of Canada Limited
CustomerCommunicationCentre, CA1-163-005
1908ColonelSamDrive
Oshawa,OntarioL1H8P7
ServicePublicationsOrdering Information
ServiceManuals
ServiceManualshavethediagnosisandrepair informationonengines,transmission,axlesuspension, brakes,electrical,steering,body,etc.
ServiceBulletins
ServiceBulletinsgiveadditionaltechnicalservice informationneededtoknowledgeablyserviceGeneral Motorscarsandtrucks.Eachbulletincontains instructionstoassistinthediagnosisandserviceof yourvehicle.
OwnerInformation
Ownerpublicationsarewrittenspecificallyforowners andintendedtoprovidebasicoperationalinformation aboutthevehicle.Theownermanualincludesthe MaintenanceScheduleforallmodels.
In-Portfolio: IncludesaPortfolio, OwnerManual, and WarrantyBooklet.
RETAILSELLPRICE:\$35.00(U.S.)plusprocessingfee WithoutPortfolio:OwnerManualonly.
RETAILSELLPRICE:\$25.00(U.S.)plusprocessingfee
CurrentandPastModelOrderForms
TechnicalServiceBulletinsandManualsareavailable forcurrentandpastmodelGMvehicles. Torequestan orderform,specifyyearandmodelnameofthevehicle.
ORDERTOLLFREE:1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday8:00AM-6:00PM EasternTime
ForCreditCardOrdersOnly (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visitHelm, Inc. on the WorldWideWebat: helminc.com
Oryoucanwriteto:
Helm, Incorporated
P.O.Box07130
Detroit, MI48207
Pricesaresubjecttochangewithoutnoticeandwithout incurringobligation.Allowampletimefordelivery.
NotetoCanadianCustomers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make checkspayable in U.S. funds.
VehicleDataRecordingand Privacy
YourGMvehiclehasanumberofsophisticated computersthatrecordinformationaboutthevehicle's performanceandhowitisdriven.Forexample,your vehicleusescomputermodulestomonitorandcontrol engineandtransmissionperformance,tomonitorthe conditionsforairbagdeploymentanddeployairbagsin acrashand,ifsoequipped,toprovideantilockbraking tohelpthedrivercontrolthevehicle.Thesemodules maystoredatatohelpyourdealer/retailertechnician serviceyourvehicle.Somemodulesmayalsostore dataabouthowyouoperatethevehicle,suchasrate offuelconsumptionoraveragespeed.Thesemodules mayalsoretaintheowner'spersonalpreferences,such asradiopre-sets,seatpositions,andtemperature settings.
EventDataRecorders
ThisvehiclehasanEventDataRecorder(EDR). ThemainpurposeofanEDRistorecord, incertain crashnearcrash-likesituations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle's systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:
• Howvariousystemsinyourvehiclewere operating
- Whetherornotthedriverandpassengersafety beltswerebuckled/fastened
• Howfar, ifatall, thedriver was pressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal
• Howfastthevehiclewastraveling
This data can help provide better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.
Important: EDRdataisrecorded by your vehicle only if anon-trivial crashesituation occurs; nodataisrecorded by the EDRundernormal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) is recorded. However, other parties, such as lawenforcement, could combine the EDR data with the typeof personally identifying dataroutinely acquired during acrash investigation.
ToreaddatarecordedbyanEDR, specialequipment isrequired, and accesstothevehicleortheEDRis needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as lawenforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
GMwillnotaccessthisdataorshareitwithothers except:withtheconsentofthevehicleowneror,ifthe vehicleisleased,withtheconsentofthelessee;in responsetoanofficialrequestofpoliceorsimilar governmentoffice;aspartofGM'sdefenseoflitigation throughthediscoveryprocess;or,asrequiredbylaw. DatathatGMcollectsorreceivesmayalsobeusedfor GMresearchneedsormaybemadeavailabletoothers forresearchpurposes,whereaneedisshownandthe dataisnottiedtoaspecificvehicleorvehicleowner.
OnStar®
If your vehicle has On Star and you subscribe to the On Star services, please refer to the On Star Terms and Conditions for information on data collection and use.
RadioFrequency Identification(RFID)
RFIDtechnologyisusedinsomevehiclesforfunctions suchastirepressuremonitoringandignitionsystem security,aswellasinconnectionwithconveniences suchaskeyfobsforremotedoorlocking/unlockingand starting,andin-vehicletransmittersforgaragedoor openers.RFIDtechnologyinGMvehiclesdoesnotuse orrecordpersonalinformationorlinkwithanyotherGM systemcontainingpersonalinformation.
RadioFrequencyStatement
This vehiclehassystemsthatoperateonaradio frequencythatcomplywithPart15oftheFederal CommunicationsCommission(FCC)Rulesandwith RSS-210/211ofIndustryandScienceCanada.
Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwoconditions:
- Thedevicemaynotcauseinterference.
- The device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Changesormodificationstoanyofthesesystemsby otherthananauthorizedservicefacilitycouldvoid authorizationtousethisequipment.
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AccessoriesandModifications....6-4
AccessoryPowerOutlets....4-14
Add-OnElectricalEquipment....6-86
Additives, Fuel....6-7
AirCleaner/Filter,Engine....6-19
AirConditioning....4-16
AirFilter, PassengerCompartment......4-19
Airbag
AddingEquipmenttoYourAirbag-Equipped
Vehicle....2-71
AirbagSystem
HowDoesanAirbagRestrain?......2-63
PassengerSensingSystem....2-65
ServicingYourAirbag-EquippedVehicle......2-70
WhatMakesanAirbagInflate?......2-63
WhatWillYouSeeAfteranAirbagInflates?.....2-64
WhenShouldanAirbagInflate?......2-62
WhereAretheAirbags?......2-60
Airbags
PassengerStatusIndicator....4-26
ReadinessLight....4-25
SystemCheck....2-58
AM-FMRadio....4-40
Antenna
Backglass....4-66
FixedMast....4-65
AntilockBrakeSystem(ABS)....5-4
WarningLight....4-29
AppearanceCare
AluminumWheels....6-84
CareofSafetyBelts....6-82
ChemicalPaintSpotting....6-85
CleaningExteriorLamps/Lenses......6-82
Fabric/Carpet....6-80
FinishCare....6-83
FinishDamage....6-85
InstrumentPanel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces......6-81
InteriorCleaning....6-79
Leather....6-81
SheetMetalDamage......6-84
Tires....6-84
UnderbodyMaintenance....6-85
WashingYourVehicle....6-82
Weatherstrips....6-82
WindshieldandWiperBlades....6-83
Ashtray....4-15
AssistanceProgram,Roadside....8-7
AudioSystem....4-39
AudioSteeringWheelControls....4-64
RadioReception....4-65
RadiowithCD....4-45
RadiowithSix-DiscCD....4-53
AutomaticTransmission
Fluid....6-20
Operation....3-23
B
BackglassAntenna....4-66
Battery....6-37
InadvertentPowerSaver....4-13
BeltRouting,Engine....7-14
Brake
Emergencies....5-5
Brakes....6-34
Antilock....5-4
Parking....3-28
SystemWarningLight....4-28
Braking 5-3
BrakinginEmergencies....5-5
Break-In, NewVehicle....3-17
BulbReplacement....6-49
CenterHigh-MountedStoplamp(CHMSL)......6-47
FogLamps....4-12
FrontTurnSignal, SidemarkerandParking
Lamps....6-45
HalogenBulbs....6-43
HeadlampAiming....6-43
Headlamps....6-43,6-44
LicensePlateLamps....6-49
Taillamps, TurnSignal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps....6-48
BuyingNewTires....6-64
C
California
PerchlorateMaterialsRequirements......6-5
Warning......6-5
CaliforniaFuel....6-7
CanadianOwners......iii
CapacitiesandSpecifications....6-93
CarbonMonoxide
EngineExhaust....3-32
Liftgate....3-10
Trunk....3-8
WinterDriving....5-12
Careof
SafetyBelts....6-82
CD,MP3....4-61
CenterHigh-MountedStoplamp(CHMSL)......6-47
CentralDoorUnlockSystem....3-6
Chains,Tire....6-69
ChargingSystemLight....4-27
Check
EngineLamp....4-31
CheckingThingsUndertheHood......6-11
ChemicalPaintSpotting....6-85
ChildRestraints
InfantsandYoungChildren....2-35
LowerAnchorsandTethersforChildren......2-44
OlderChildren....2-32
SecuringaChildRestraintinaRearSeat Position....2-51
SecuringaChildRestraintintheRightFront SeatPosition....2-53
Systems....2-39
WheretoPuttheRestraint....2-42
CigaretteLighter....4-15
CircuitBreakers....6-87
Cleaning
AluminumWheels......6-84
ExteriorLamps/Lenses....6-82
Fabric/Carpet....6-80
FinishCare....6-83
InstrumentPanel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces....6-81
Interior......6-79
Leather....6-81
Tires....6-84
UnderbodyMaintenance....6-85
WashingYourVehicle....6-82
Weatherstrips....6-82
WindshieldandWiperBlades....6-83
ClimateControlSystem....4-16 OutletAdjustment....4-19
ClimateControls....1-15
Clock....4-15
Clutch, Hydraulic....6-23
CollisionDamageRepair....8-12
CompactSpareTire....6-78
Computer, Trip....4-38
ContentTheft-Deterrent....3-15
ControlofaVehicle....5-3
Coolant
Engine....6-25
Engine Temperature Gauge....4-30
CoolingSystem....6-24
CourtesyTransportationProgram....8-10
CruiseControl....4-8
Light....4-35
Cupholders....3-36
CustomerAssistance....8-6
Offices....8-6
TextTelephone(TTY)Users....8-6
CustomerInformation
ServicePublicationsOrderingInformation......8-17
CustomerSatisfactionProcedure....8-2
D
DamageRepair, Collision....8-12
DataRecorders,Event....8-18
DaytimeRunningLamps(DRL)....4-12
DaytimeRunningLampsIndicatorLight......4-35
DefensiveDriving....5-2
Disc,MP3....4-61
DoingYourOwnServiceWork....6-5
DomeLamp....4-13
Door
AjarLight....4-36
AjarReminder....3-7
CentralDoorUnlockingSystem....3-6
Locks....3-6
RearDoorSecurityLocks....3-7
Driver
SeatHeightAdjuster....2-5
Driving
AtNight....5-9
BeforeaLongTrip....5-10
Defensive....5-2
Drunk....5-2
HighwayHypnosis....5-10
HillandMountainRoads....5-11
InRainandonWetRoads....5-9
LossofControl....5-8
Off-RoadRecovery....5-7
RockingYourVehicletoGetitOut....5-14
Winter....5-12
DrivingforBetterFuelEconomy....1-25
E
EDR....8-18
ElectricalEquipment,Add-On....6-86
ElectricalSystem
EngineCompartmentFuseBlock....6-89
FusesandCircuitBreakers....6-87
HeadlampWiring......6-87
InstrumentPanelFuseBlock....6-88
PowerWindowsandOtherPowerOptions......6-87
WindshieldWiperFuses....6-87
Engine
AirCleaner/Filter....6-19
ChangeEngineOilLight 4-34
CheckandServiceEngineSoonLamp......4-31
CompartmentOverview....6-14
Coolant....6-25
CoolantTemperatureGauge....4-30
CoolingSystem....6-24
DriveBeltRouting....7-14
Exhaust....3-32
Oil....6-15
Overheating....6-30
Starting....3-19
EngineHeater....3-20
EngineOil
LifeSystem....6-18
EventDataRecorders....8-18
Extender, Safety Belt....2-32
ExteriorLamps....4-11
F
Filter
EngineAirCleaner....6-19
FinishDamage....6-85
FixedMastAntenna....4-65
Flash-to-Pass....4-5
Flashers,HazardWarning....4-3
FlatTire....6-69
FlatTire,Changing....6-70
FlatTire,Storing....6-78
Fluid
AutomaticTransmission....6-20
PowerSteering....6-32
WindshieldWasher....6-33
FogLamps
BulbReplacement....4-12
Light....4-35
Fuel....6-6
Additives....6-7
CaliforniaFuel....6-7
FillingaPortableFuelContainer......6-11
FillingtheTank....6-8
FuelsinForeignCountries......6-8
Fuel(cont.)
GasolineOctane....6-6
GasolineSpecifications....6-7
Gauge....4-36
LowFuelWarningLight....4-37
FuelEconomy
DrivingforBetter....1-25
Fuses
EngineCompartmentFuseBlock....6-89
FusesandCircuitBreakers....6-87
InstrumentPanelFuseBlock....6-88
WindshieldWiper....6-87
G
Gasoline
Octane....6-6
Specifications....6-7
Gauges
EngineCoolantTemperature....4-30
Fuel....4-36
Speedometer....4-23
Tachometer....4-23
TripOdometer....4-23
GloveBox....3-36
GMMobilityReimbursementProgram....8-7
H
HalogenBulbs....6-43
HazardWarningFlashers....4-3
HeadRestraints....2-2
HeadlampWiring....6-87
Headlamps....6-44
Aiming....6-43
BulbReplacement....6-43
DaytimeRunningLamps(DRL)....4-12
ExteriorLamps....4-11
Flash-to-Pass....4-5
FrontTurnSignal, SidemarkerandParking
Lamps....6-45
High/LowBeamChanger....4-5
Heater....4-16
Engine....3-20
HeightAdjuster,DriverSeat....2-5
HighbeamOnLight....4-35
HighwayHypnosis....5-10
HillandMountainRoads....5-11
HoldModeLight....4-29
Hood
CheckingThingsUnder....6-11
Release....6-12
Horn....4-3
HowtoWearSafetyBeltsProperly....2-19
HydraulicClutch....6-23
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IgnitionPositions....3-18
Immobilizer....3-14
InadvertentPowerBatterySaver....4-13
InfantsandYoungChildren,Restraints......2-35
Inflation-TirePressure....6-58
InstrumentPanel
Brightness....4-13
InstrumentPanelCluster....4-22
IntegratedTrailerBrakeControlSystem(ITBC)....5-23
Introduction....7-2
J
JumpStarting....6-38
K
KeylessEntry
Remote(RKE)System....3-4
KeylessEntrySystem....3-3
Keys....3-2
L
Labeling, TireSidewall....6-52
Lamps
DaytimeRunning(DRL)......4-12
Dome....4-13
LicensePlate....6-49
MalfunctionIndicator....4-31
Lap-ShoulderBelt....2-28
LATCHSystemforChildRestraints....2-44
Liftgate
CarbonMonoxide....3-10
Lights
AirbagReadiness....4-25
AntilockBrakeSystem(ABS)Warning......4-29
BrakeSystemWarning......4-28
ChangeEngineOil....4-34
ChargingSystem....4-27
CruiseControl....4-35
DaytimeRunningLampsIndicator....4-35
DoorAjar....4-36
ExteriorLamps....4-11
Lights(cont.)
Flash-to-Pass....4-5
FogLamps....4-35
High/LowBeamChanger....4-5
HighbeamOn....4-35
HoldMode....4-29
LowFuelWarning....4-37
OilPressure....4-33
PassengerAirbagStatusIndicator....4-26
SafetyBeltReminders....4-24
TirePressure....4-30
Up-Shift....4-27
LoadingYourVehicle....5-15
Locks
CentralDoorUnlockingSystem....3-6
Door....3-6
RearDoorSecurityLocks....3-7
LossofControl....5-8
LowFuelWarningLight....4-37
LowerAnchorsandTethersforChildren......2-44
Lumbar
ManualControls....2-5
M
MaintenanceSchedule
MaintenanceRecord....7-15
MaintenanceReplacementParts....7-13
OwnerChecksandServices....7-9
RecommendedFluidsandLubricants....7-11
ScheduledMaintenance....7-3
MalfunctionIndicatorLamp....4-31
ManualLumbarControls....2-5
ManualSeats....2-4
ManualTransmission
Fluid....6-23
Operation....3-26
ManualWindows....3-13
Mirrors
ManualRearview....3-34
OutsideConvexMirror....3-35
OutsideHeatedMirrors....3-35
OutsideManualMirrors....3-34
OutsidePowerMirrors....3-35
MP3....4-61
N
NewVehicleBreak-In....3-17
0
Odometer....4-23
Trip....4-23
Off-Road
Recovery....5-7
Oil
ChangeEngineOilLight4-34
Engine....6-15
EngineOilLifeSystem....6-18
PressureLight....4-33
OlderChildren,Restraints....2-32
OnlineOwnerCenter....8-5
OnStar, Privacy....8-19
OnStar ^® System......1-26
OutletAdjustment....4-19
Outlets
AccessoryPower....4-14
Outside
ConvexMirror....3-35
HeatedMirrors....3-35
ManualMirrors....3-34
PowerMirrors....3-35
OwnerChecksandServices....7-9
Owners, Canadian......iii
P
Paint, Damage....6-85
Park
ShiftingInto....3-28
ShiftingOutof....3-30
Parking
Brake....3-28
OverThingsThatBurn....3-31
ParkingYourVehicle....3-31
PassengerAirbagStatusIndicator....4-26
PassengerCompartmentAirFilter....4-19
PassengerSensingSystem....2-65
Passing....5-7
PerchlorateMaterialsRequirements,California.....6-5
Power
ElectricalSystem....6-87
SteeringFluid....6-32
Windows....3-13
Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts....2-31
Privacy....8-18
OnStar....8-19
RadioFrequencyIdentification(RFID)......8-20
Program
CourtesyTransportation......8-10
Proposition65Warning,California....6-5
R
RadioFrequency
Identification(RFID)......8-20
Statement....8-20
Radios
AM-FMRadio....4-40
RadiowithCD....4-45
RadiowithSix-DiscCD....4-53
Reception....4-65
RearDoorSecurityLocks....3-7
RearSeatOperation....2-8,2-10
RearWindowWasher/Wiper....4-8
RearviewMirrors....3-34
RecliningSeatbacks....2-6
RecommendedFluidsandLubricants....7-11
Recreational Vehicle Towing....5-21
ReimbursementProgram,GMMobility......8-7
RemoteKeylessEntry(RKE)System......3-3,3-4
RemovingtheFlatTireandInstallingthe
SpareTire....6-73
RemovingtheSpareTireandTools....6-71
ReplacementBulbs....6-49
ReplacementParts
Maintenance....7-13
ReportingSafetyDefects
CanadianGovernment....8-16
GeneralMotors....8-16
U.S.Government....8-15
RestraintSystemCheck
CheckingtheRestraintSystems....2-72
ReplacingRestraintSystemPartsAftera
Crash....2-73
RoadsideAssistanceProgram....8-7
RockingYourVehicletoGetitOut....5-14
Roof
Sunroof....3-37
RunningtheVehicleWhileParked....3-33
S
SafetyBelts
Careof....6-82
Extender....2-32
HowtoWearSafetyBeltsProperly....2-19
Lap-ShoulderBelt....2-28
Reminders....4-24
SafetyBeltsAreforEveryone....2-14
UseDuringPregnancy....2-31
SafetyDefectsReporting
CanadianGovernment....8-16
GeneralMotors....8-16
U.S.Government....8-15
SafetyWarningsandSymbols......iv
ScheduledMaintenance....7-3
SchedulingAppointments....8-10
Seats
DriverSeatHeightAdjuster....2-5
HeadRestraints....2-2
ManualLumbar....2-5
RearSeatOperation....2-8,2-10
RecliningSeatbacks....2-6
SecuringaChildRestraint
RearSeatPosition....2-51
RightFrontSeatPosition....2-53
Service....6-4
AccessoriesandModifications....6-4
AddingEquipmenttotheOutsideoftheVehicle...6-6
DoingYourOwnWork....6-5
EngineSoonLamp....4-31
PartsIdentificationLabel....6-86
PublicationsOrderingInformation....8-17
SchedulingAppointments....8-10
ServicingYourAirbag-EquippedVehicle......2-70
SheetMetalDamage....6-84
Shifting
OutofPark....3-30
ShiftingIntoPark....3-28
Signals, TurnandLane-Change....4-4
SpareTire
Compact....6-78
Installing....6-73
Removing......6-71
Storing....6-78
SpecificationsandCapacities....6-93
Speedometer....4-23
StartingtheEngine....3-19
Steering....5-5
SteeringWheelControls,Audio....4-64
SteeringWheel, TiltWheel....4-3
StorageAreas....3-36
Cupholders....3-36
GloveBox....3-36
StuckinSand,Mud,Ice,orSnow....5-14
SunVisors....3-14
Sunroof....3-37
T
Tachometer....4-23
Taillamps
TurnSignal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and
Back-UpLamps....6-48
TextTelephone(TTY)Users....8-6
Theft-DeterrentSystems....3-14
ContentTheft-Deterrent....3-15
Immobilizer....3-14
TiltWheel....4-3
Time....4-15
Tires....6-51
AluminumWheels,Cleaning....6-84
BuyingNewTires....6-64
Chains....6-69
ChangingaFlatTire....6-70
Cleaning....6-84
CompactSpare....6-78
DifferentSize....6-66
IfaTireGoesFlat....6-69
Inflation-TirePressure....6-58
InspectionandRotation....6-62
Tires(cont.)
InstallingtheSpareTire....6-73
PressureLight....4-30
PressureMonitorOperation....6-60
PressureMonitorSystem....6-59
RemovingtheFlatTire....6-73
RemovingtheSpareTireandTools....6-71
SidewallLabeling....6-52
StoringaFlatorSpareTireandTools......6-78
TerminologyandDefinitions....6-55
UniformTireQualityGrading....6-66
WheelAlignmentandTireBalance....6-68
WheelReplacement....6-68
WhenItIsTimeforNewTires....6-64
Towing
RecreationalVehicle....5-21
TowingaTrailer....5-23
YourVehicle....5-21
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic....6-20
Fluid, Manual....6-23
TransmissionOperation,Automatic....3-23
TransmissionOperation,Manual....3-26
TransportationProgram, Courtesy......8-10
TripComputer....4-38
TripOdometer....4-23
Trunk 3-8
TurnandLane-ChangeSignals....4-4
TurnSignal/MultifunctionLever....4-4
U
UniformTireQualityGrading....6-66
Up-ShiftLight....4-27
V
Vehicle
Control....5-3
Loading....5-15
ParkingYour....3-31
RunningWhileParked....3-33
Symbols......iv
VehicleDataRecordingandPrivacy......8-18
VehicleIdentification
Number(VIN)......6-86
ServicePartsIdentificationLabel......6-86
VentilationAdjustment....4-19
Visors....3-14
W
WarningLights, Gauges, and Indicators......4-21
Warnings
HazardFlashers....4-3
SafetyandSymbols......iv
Wheels
AlignmentandTireBalance....6-68
DifferentSize....6-66
Replacement....6-68
WhenItIsTimeforNewTires....6-64
WheretoPuttheChildRestraint....2-42
Windows....3-12
Manual....3-13
Power....3-13
Windshield
Washer....4-7
WasherFluid....6-33
WiperBladeReplacement....6-50
Windshield(cont.)
WiperBlades, Cleaning....6-83
WiperFuses....6-87
Wipers....4-6
WinterDriving....5-12
Wipers
RearWasher....4-8
X
XMRadioMessages....4-63