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 Features and Controls
 For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual
 How to Use this Manual Safety Warnings and Symbols
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 Vehicle Damage Warnings
 Vehicle Symbols
These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle
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 Seats and Restraint Systems
 Manual Lumbar Support
Power Seat
Seats and Seat Controls
 Power Lumbar Control If Equipped
 Memory Seat and Mirrors Option
 Heated Seats Option Reclining Front Seatbacks
 Head Restraints
 Safety Belts Theyre for Everyone
 Why Safety Belts Work
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 Adults
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
Driver Position
 Lap-Shoulder Belt
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 Whats wrong with this?
 Belt is buckled in the wrong place
 Whats wrong with this?
 Belt is twisted across the body
 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
 Right Front Passenger Position
Air Bag Systems
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 AIR BAG
 Where are the air bags?
How the Air Bag Systems Work
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 When should an air bag inflate?
What makes an air bag inflate?
 How does an air bag restrain?
What will you see after an air bag inflates?
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 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
Lap Belt
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 Lap-Shoulder Belt
Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passenger Positions
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 Children
Smaller Children and Babies
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 Child Restraints
What are the different types of add-on child restraints?
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 Forward-facing child restraint C-E positions
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 Where to Put the Restraint
 Top Strap
 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
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 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
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 Larger Children
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 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash
Safety Belt Extender
Checking Your Restraint Systems
 Features and Controls
 Keys
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 Door Locks
 Door Ajar Reminder If Equipped
Power Door Locks
Central Door Unlocking System
Automatic Door Locks
 Delayed Locking
 Rear Door Security Lock
To Use One of These Locks
 Lockout Protection
To Open a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On
To Cancel the Rear Door Lock
Leaving Your Vehicle
 Remote Keyless Entry System
This device may not cause harmful interference,
 Operation
Instant Alarm
Personal Choice Features
 Security Feedback
 Battery Replacement
Matching Transmitters To Your Vehicle
 Resynchronization
 Remote Trunk Release and Trunk Lockout
Trunk
Trunk Lock Release
Trunk Security Override
 Parking at Night
Theft
Key in the Ignition
Parking Lots
 Content Theft-Deterrent If Equipped
 Testing the Alarm
PASS-KeyRIII
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 New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
 Ignition Positions
 Retained Accessory Power
Key Reminder Warning
 Starting Your Engine
Starting Your V6 Engine
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 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
 Automatic Transaxle Operation
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 Parking Brake
 Shifting Into Park P
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 Leaving Your Vehicle With Engine Running
Torque Lock
 Shifting Out of Park P
Parking Over Things That Burn
 Engine Exhaust
Running Your Engine While Youre Parked
 Power Windows
Windows
 Express-Down Windows
Horn
Tilt Wheel
Window Lock
 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn and Lane Change Indicator
 Flash-To-Pass
Turn Signal On Chime
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
 Windshield Wipers
 RainsensetWipers If Equipped
 Windshield Washer
Cruise Control
 Setting Cruise Control
 Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
Resuming a Set Speed
 Exterior Lamps
Headlamps
 Daytime Running Lamps
Parking Lamps
Lamps On Reminder
 Cornering Lamps If Equipped
Twilight SentinelR
 Instrument Panel Intensity Brightness Control
Park Lamp Override Feature
Interior Lamps
Light Sensor
 Courtesy Lamps
Delayed Entry Lighting
Delayed Exit Lighting
Theater Dimming
 Personal Choice Programming
 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver
Battery Load Management
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
Front Reading Lamps
 Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror If Equipped
Mirrors
Day/Night Manual Rearview Mirror
 Mirror Operation
Time Delay
Cleaning the Photocells
 Compass Operation
Compass Calibration
 Compass Variance
 Convex Outside Mirror
Power Remote Control Mirrors
Parallel Park Assist Mirror If Equipped
 Front Storage Armrest
Storage Compartments
Glove Box
Front Center Console Option
 Convenience Net If Equipped
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
Sun Visors
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors If Equipped
 Dual Sun Visors
OnStarR System Option
Sunroof Option
 Universal Transmitter If Equipped
Programming the Universal Transmitter
 Operating the Universal Transmitter
 Erasing Channels
Accessories
ªRolling Codeº Programming If Equipped
 Auxiliary Power Outlets
 Instrument Panel Your Information System
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 Instrument Panel Clusters
 Instrument Cluster With Tachometer
 Trip Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer
Tachometer If Equipped
 Indicators
Safety Belt Reminder Light
 Air Bag Readiness Light
 Battery System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light
 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Traction Control System Warning Light Option
 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light
 If the Light Is Flashing
If the Light Is On Steady
 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
 Oil Pressure Light
 Service Vehicle Soon Light Fuel Gage
Cruise Light
 Head-Up Display HUD If Equipped
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 Driver Information Center DIC If Equipped
DIC Displays and Controls
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 DIC Warnings and Messages
EXP Export ID
 DIC Personal Choice Programming
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 Automatic Door Locks
Window Lockout
 Security Feedback
 Exterior Lights
Delayed Locking
Perimeter Lighting
Memory Seat Recall
 Parallel Park Assist If Equipped
Driver ID
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 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
 Comfort Controls
Temperature Lever
Mode Controls
Electronic Touch Climate Control
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 Dual Automatic Comfortemp Climate Control If Equipped
 Automatic Operation
Temperature Button
Fan Button
 Manual Operation
 Air Conditioning
 Heating
Defogging and Defrosting
 Rear Window Defogger
Ventilation System
 Ventilation Tips
 Passenger Control If Equipped
 Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control If Equipped
Setting the Clock
Audio Systems
 Finding a Station
AM-FM Stereo
Playing the Radio
 Setting the Tone
Adjusting the Speakers
 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped
 Playing a Cassette Tape
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 Playing the Radio
 Setting the Tone
 Playing a Cassette Tape
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 Playing the Radio
 Playing a Compact Disc
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 Playing the Radio
 Setting the Tone
 Adjusting the Speakers
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 Playing a Compact Disc
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 Trunk-Mounted CD Changer Option
 Compact Disc Changer Errors
 Playing a Compact Disc
 Theft-Deterrent Feature If Equipped
Personal Choice Radio Controls If Equipped
 Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped
 FM Stereo
Understanding Radio Reception
Tips About Your Audio System
 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
 Diversity Antenna System
Care of Your Compact Discs
Care of Your Compact Disc Player
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 Your Driving and the Road
 Defensive Driving
 Drunken Driving
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 Control of a Vehicle
Braking
 Anti-Lock Brakes ABS
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 Using Anti-Lock
Traction Control System If Equipped
 Braking in Emergencies
 Steering Tips
Power Steering
Steering
Driving on Curves
 Steering in Emergencies
 Off-Road Recovery
Passing
 Loss of Control
 Skidding
 Driving at Night
 Night Vision
 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
 Hydroplaning
 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Driving Through Flowing Water
 City Driving
 Freeway Driving
 Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids Have you checked all levels?
 Highway Hypnosis
Hill and Mountain Roads
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 Winter Driving
 Driving on Snow or Ice
 If Youre Caught in a Blizzard
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 Recreational Vehicle Towing
Loading Your Vehicle
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 Electronic Level Control
 Towing a Trailer
 Weight of the Trailer
If You Do Decide To Pull a Trailer
 Weight of the Trailer Tongue
Total Weight on Your Vehicles Tires
 Hitches
Safety Chains
Trailer Wiring Harness
Trailer Brakes
 Passing
Driving with a Trailer
Following Distance
Backing Up
 Driving On Grades
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
Making Turns
 Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Parking on Hills
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 Problems on the Road
 Hazard Warning Flashers
Other Warning Devices
 Jump Starting
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 Removal Procedure
Towing Your Vehicle
 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
Engine Overheating
 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
 Cooling System
Full HOT
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 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank
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 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
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 If a Tire Goes Flat
 Changing a Flat Tire
 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
 Removing Wheel Covers Wheel Nut Caps
 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing Spare Tire
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 Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
 Compact Spare Tire
 If Youre Stuck In Sand, Mud Ice or Snow
 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
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 Service and Appearance Care
 Service
Doing Your Own Service Work
 Fuel
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
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 Fuels in Foreign Countries
Filling Your Tank
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 Filling a Portable Fuel Container
 Checking Things Under the Hood
Hood Release
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 Checking Engine Oil
Engine Oil
Underhood Lamp
 When to Add Engine Oil
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
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 Engine Oil Additives
 What to Do with Used Oil
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
How to Reset the Oil Life System
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 Passenger Compartment Air Filter If Equipped
When to Check and Change
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
 How to Check
Checking the Fluid Level
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 How to Add Fluid
Engine Coolant
 What to Use
 Checking Coolant
 Radiator Pressure Cap
Adding Coolant
 How to Check Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid
 Adding Washer Fluid
 Brakes
Brake Fluid
 What to Add
 Brake Pedal Travel
Brake Adjustment
Brake Wear
 Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts
 Vehicle Storage
 Bulb Replacement
Halogen Bulbs
 Headlamp Aiming
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 Headlamp Horizontal Aiming
 Headlamp Vertical Aiming
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 Trunk-Mounted Back-Up and Taillamps
Front Turn Signal
Cornering Lamps
 Pull out the assembly
 Rear Turn Signals, Stoplamps and Taillamps
 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
 Tires
Inflation -- Tire Pressure
 Check Tire Pressure System If Equipped
When to Check
How to Check
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 Tire Inspection and Rotation
 When Its Time for New Tires
Buying New Tires
 Uniform Tire Quality Grading
 Traction --AA, A, B, C
Temperature --A, B, C
Treadwear
 Wheel Replacement
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
 Used Replacement Wheels
Tire Chains
 Appearance Care
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet
 Using Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
 Cleaning Leather
Care of Safety Belts
Cleaning Vinyl
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades
Weatherstrips
 Finish Care
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
Washing Your Vehicle
 Sheet Metal Damage
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels If Equipped
Cleaning Tires
 Chemical Paint Spotting
Underbody Maintenance
Finish Damage
 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Part Number Size Description Usage
 Engine Identification
Service Parts Identification Label
Vehicle Identification Number VIN
 Add-On Electrical Equipment
Power Windows and Other Power Accessories
Electrical System
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
 Engine Compartment Bussed Electrical Center BEC
 Mini Usage fuse
 Mini Relays Usage
 Removing the Rear Seat Cushion
 Rear Underseat Bussed Electrical Center BEC
 Minifuses Usage
 Circuit Usage Breakers
 Replacement Bulbs
Rear Outside Lamps
 Wheel Nut Torque
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications
Capacities
 Engine Accessory Belt
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Vehicle Dimensions
 Maintenance Schedule
 Your Vehicle and the Environment
Maintenance Requirements
Introduction
 How This Section is Organized
 Selecting the Right Schedule
Part a Scheduled Maintenance Services
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
 Short Trip/City Definition
Short Trip/City Intervals
 Long Trip/Highway Definition
 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
Footnotes
 Miles 5 000 km
 12,000 Miles 20 000 km
 24,000 Miles 40 000 km
 36,000 Miles 60 000 km
 45,000 Miles 75 000 km
 51,000 Miles 85 000 km
 60,000 Miles 100 000 km
 69,000 Miles 115 000 km
 78,000 Miles 130 000 km
 90,000 Miles 150 000 km
 99,000 Miles 165 000 km
 150,000 Miles 240 000 km
 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
 Miles 12 500 km
 37,500 Miles 62 500 km
 52,500 Miles 87 500 km
 67,500 Miles 112 500 km
 82,500 Miles 137 500 km
 100,000 Miles 166 000 km
 At Least Once a Month
Part B Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Fill
 At Least Twice a Year
At Least Once a Year
 Starter Switch Check
Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check
 Underbody Flushing Service
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
 Engine Cooling System Inspection
Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Exhaust System Inspection
Throttle System Inspection
 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Usage FLUID/LUBRICANT
 Usage FLUID/LUBRICANT
 Part E Maintenance Record
 Maintenance Record
 Maintenance Record
 Maintenance Record
 Maintenance Record
 Maintenance Record
 Maintenance Record
 Customer Assistance Information
 Customer Satisfaction Procedure
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 United States
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users
Customer Assistance Offices
 All Overseas Locations
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
Canada
Caribbean Numbers
 Roadside Assistance
Canadian Roadside Assistance
 Courtesy Transportation
Plan Ahead When Possible
Shuttle Service
Transportation Options
 Courtesy Rental Vehicle
Warranty Information
Additional Program Information
 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
 Buick Service Publications Ordering Information
 Order Toll Free