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