Customer Assistance and Information
Service and Appearance Care
Seats and Restraint Systems
Index
How to Use This Manual
Canadian Owners
Safety Warnings and Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings
Vehicle Symbols
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Seats and Restraint Systems
Manual Seats
Front Seats
Six-Way Power Seats Manual Lumbar
Heated Seats Reclining Seatbacks
But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving
Split Folding Rear Seat
Rear Seats
Head Restraints
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Safety Belts They Are for Everyone
Safety Belts
Why Safety Belts Work
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Person keeps going until stopped by something.
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts
Lap-Shoulder Belt
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
Driver Position
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What is wrong with this?
Belt is buckled in the wrong place
What is wrong with this?
Belt is twisted across the body
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
Right Front Passenger Position
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Lap Belt
Center Front Passenger Position
Rear Seat Passengers
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To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle
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Safety Belt Extender
Older Children
What is the proper way to wear safety belts?
Child Restraints
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Infants and Young Children
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What are the different types of add-on child restraints?
Child Restraint Systems
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How do child restraints work?
Where to Put the Restraint
Here is why
Top Strap
Top Strap Anchor Location
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children Latch System
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Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
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Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
Here is why
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Airbag System
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Where Are the Airbags?
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When Should an Airbag Inflate?
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
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Checking Your Restraint Systems
Restraint System Check
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash
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Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
Section Features and Controls
Keys
Be sure you have spare keys
Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
Transmitter Verification
Matching Transmitters to Your Vehicle
Illumination on Remote Activation
Resynchronization
Battery Replacement
Door Locks
Doors and Locks
Programmable Modes
Power Door Locks
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Trunk
Lockout Protection
Emergency Trunk Release Handle
Trunk Lock
Remote Trunk Release
Windows
Window Lockout
Power Windows
Sun Visors
Express-Down Window
Theft-Deterrent Systems
Content Theft-Deterrent
Arming with the Power Lock Switch
Disarming with Your Key
Passlock
Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
Ignition Positions
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
New Vehicle Break-In
Starting Your 3400 V6 Engine
Retained Accessory Power RAP
Starting Your Engine
Starting Your 3800 Series II V6 Engine
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater
Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Overdrive X for higher speeds until then
Automatic Overdrive
Parking Brake
Shifting Into Park P
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running
Steering Column Shift Lever
Console Shift Lever
Torque Lock
Shifting Out of Park P
Engine Exhaust
Parking Over Things That Burn
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar
Outside Power Mirrors
Heated Outside Mirrors
OnStar Services
OnStar System
Outside Convex Mirror
OnStar Virtual Advisor
OnStar Personal Calling
Safe and Sound Plan
Directions and Connections Plan
Programming the HomeLink Transmitter
HomeLink Transmitter
Programming HomeLink
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Erasing HomeLink Buttons
Using HomeLink
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming
Center Console Storage Area
Storage Areas
Glove Box
Front Storage Area
DIC Version Shown
Sunroof
Convenience Net
Vehicle Personalization
Tire MON Tire Inflation Monitor Reset
Settings Display Current Settings
OIL Life Engine Oil Life System Reset
Autolock Automatic Door Lock and Unlock
LT Delay Delayed Headlamp Illumination
Mode 1 OFF Mode 2 30 SEC Mode 3 60 SEC
Mode 1 OFF
FOB Light Remote Visual Verification
FOB Horn Remote Audible Verification
Mode 1 Alrm OFF Mode 2 Alrm on
Alarm Content Theft Operation
Trnkjamb Trunk Jamb
Chirp Horn Chirp Timer
Mode 1 Trnk OFF Mode 2 Trnk on
Mode 1 Short Mode 2 Long
FOB Prog Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Programming
ORIG. SET Return to the Original Settings
Exit Exit Feature Customization Mode
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Instrument Panel
Driver Information Center DIC
Section Instrument Panel
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Instrument Panel Overview
Hood Release. See Hood Release on
Tilt Wheel
Hazard Warning Flashers
Other Warning Devices
Horn
Cruise Control. See Cruise Control on
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
Turn Signal On Chime
Windshield Wipers
Flash-to-Pass
Windshield Washer
Cruise Control
Setting Cruise Control
Resuming a Set Speed
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
Erasing Speed Memory
Using Cruise Control on Hills
Exterior Lamps
Ending Cruise Control
Delayed Headlamps
Fog Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps DRL/Automatic Headlamp System
Entry Lighting
Instrument Panel Brightness
Courtesy Lamps
Dome Lamp
Reading Lamps
Delayed Entry Lighting
Delayed Exit Lighting
Parade Dimming
Console Version shown
Battery Run-Down Protection
Accessory Power Outlets
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
Manual Operation
Climate Controls
Dual Climate Control System
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Defogging and Defrosting
To the defogger grid
Outlet Adjustment
Rear Window Defogger
Operation Tips
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
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Instrument Panel Cluster
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Tachometer
Safety Belt Reminder Light
Speedometer and Odometer
Trip Odometer
Airbag Readiness Light
United States Canada
Brake System Warning Light
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V6 Engine Cluster United States Supercharged Canada
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Canada 3400
Engine Cluster United States
Check Engine Light
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
If the Light Is Flashing
If the Light Is On Steady
Highbeam On Light
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
Cruise Control Light
Fuel Gage
Message Center
Service Traction System Warning Message
Traction Active Message
Battery Warning Message
Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Low Oil Pressure Message
Low Engine Oil Level Message
Low Tire Message
Change Engine Oil Message
Trunk Ajar Warning Message
Door Ajar Warning Message
Low Washer Fluid Warning Message
Security Message
Low Brake Fluid Warning Message
Low Fuel Warning Message
Service Vehicle Soon Message Highbeam Out Warning Message
Optional Sunroof Version Shown
Driver Information Center DIC
Automatic Compass Calibration
Setting the Variance
Compass Variance
Manual Compass Calibration
Resetting the Trip Computer
Error Displays
Trip Computer
Audio Systems
Setting the Time
Radio Data System RDS
XM Satellite Radio Service
Radio with Cassette
Finding a Station
Playing the Radio
Setting the Tone Bass/Treble
Setting Preset Stations
Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM
Adjusting the Speakers Balance/Fade
RDS Messages
Radio Messages
Radio Display Message Condition Action Required
XM Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages cont’d
Playing a Cassette Tape
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CD Adapter Kits
Cassette Tape Messages
Radio with CD
Playing the Radio
Setting Preset Stations
Adjusting the Speakers Balance/Fade
RDS Messages
Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages cont’d
Playing a CD
CD Messages
Radio with Cassette and CD
Playing the Radio
Setting Preset Stations
Adjusting the Speakers Balance/Fade
RDS Messages
Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages cont’d
Playing a Cassette Tape
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Cassette Tape Messages
Playing a CD
CD Messages
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Theft-Deterrent Feature
FM Stereo
Radio Reception
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
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Backglass Antenna
Care of Your CDs
Care of Your CD Player
XM Satellite Radio Antenna System
Vehicle Customization Settings
Chime Level Adjustment
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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
Driving Your Vehicle
Drunken Driving
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
Defensive Driving
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Braking
Control of a Vehicle
Anti-Lock Brake System ABS
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Braking in Emergencies
Using Anti-Lock
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Driving on Curves
Power Steering
Steering
Steering Tips
Steering in Emergencies
Off-Road Recovery
Passing
Skidding
Loss of Control
Driving at Night
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Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
Hydroplaning
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 You Are Caught in a Blizzard
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If You Are Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
Loading Your Vehicle
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out
Label Example
Tire and Loading Information Label
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
Example Description Total
Example Description Total
Certification Label
Recreational Vehicle Towing
Towing
Towing Your Vehicle
Dolly Towing
Dinghy Towing
If You Do Decide To Pull a Trailer
Towing a Trailer
Weight of the Trailer
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
Trailer Brakes
Safety Chains
Hitches
Backing Up
Driving with a Trailer
Following Distance
Passing
Parking on Hills
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
Driving On Grades
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Checking Things Under the Hood
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Capacities and Specifications
California Proposition 65 Warning
Service
Doing Your Own Service Work
Gasoline Octane
Fuel
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
Additives
Gasoline Specifications California Fuel
Fuels in Foreign Countries
Filling Your Tank
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Filling a Portable Fuel Container
Checking Things Under the Hood
Hood Release
Engine Compartment Overview
Battery. See Battery on
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Battery. See Battery on
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Battery. See Battery on
3400 V6 Engine 3800 V6 Engine
Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
When to Add Engine Oil
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Engine Oil Additives
When to Change Engine Oil
Engine Oil Life System
Using the Accelerator Pedal
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
Using the Radio
What Kind of Oil to Use
When to Check
Supercharger Oil
What to Do with Used Oil
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
How to Check and Add Oil
When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
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Automatic Transaxle Fluid
When to Check and Change
How to Check
Checking the Fluid Level
Engine Coolant
How to Add Fluid
What to Use
Adding Coolant
Checking Coolant
Engine Overheating
Radiator Pressure Cap
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
3800 V6 engine shown, 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine similar
Cooling System
3400 V6 engine
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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
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Series II V6 Bleed Valve
3400 V6 Bleed Valve #1 3400 V6 Bleed Valve #2
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Power Steering Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid
Brake Fluid
Brakes
What to Add
Brake Pedal Travel
Brake Adjustment
Brake Wear
Vehicle Storage
Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts
Jump Starting
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Jumper Cable Removal
Halogen Bulbs
Bulb Replacement
Headlamp Aiming
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Replacement Bulbs
Back-Up Lamps
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Tires
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Utqg
Tire Sidewall Labelling
Passenger P-Metric Tire Example
Tire Identification Number TIN The letters
Compact Spare Tire Example
Tire Size
Tire Terminology and Definitions
From driving. See Inflation Tire Pressure on
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Inflation Tire Pressure
Tire Pressure Monitor System
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Tire Inspection and Rotation
When It Is Time for New Tires
Buying New Tires
Traction AA, A, B, C
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature a
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Treadwear
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
Wheel Replacement
Temperature A, B, C
Used Replacement Wheels
Tire Chains
Changing a Flat Tire
If a Tire Goes Flat
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Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
Removing the Flat Tire Installing the Spare Tire
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Jack Placement Rear Tire
Jack Placement Front Tire
Put the compact spare tire near you
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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
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Compact Spare Tire
Fabric/Carpet
Appearance Care
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Using Cleaner on Fabric
Interior Plastic Components
Vinyl
Leather
Instrument Panel
Washing Your Vehicle
Care of Safety Belts
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
Weatherstrips
Windshield and Wiper Blades
Finish Care
Tires
Aluminum Wheels
Chemical Paint Spotting
Underbody Maintenance
Sheet Metal Damage
Finish Damage
Description Usage
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Engine Identification
Service Parts Identification Label
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Number VIN
Electrical System
Fuses Usage
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Driver’s Side
Circuit Usage
Relays Usage
Passenger’s Side
Circuit Usage Breakers
Underhood Fuse Block
Upper Fuse Block
Lower Fuse Block
Capacities and Specifications
Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap
Engine Specifications
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Section Maintenance Schedule
Introduction
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Requirements Your Vehicle and the Environment
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
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Scheduled Maintenance
Service Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance
Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services
Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An
Maintenance Footnotes
Additional Required Services cont’d
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At Least Once a Month
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Fill
Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check
Starter Switch Check
At Least Once a Year
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
Underbody Flushing Service
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Recommended Fluids Lubricants
Part GM Part Number AC Delco Part
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record cont’d
Maintenance Record cont’d
Section Customer Assistance and Information
Customer Assistance and Information
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Online Owner Center allows you to
Online Owner Center
Canada Customer Assistance
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users
Customer Assistance Offices
United States Customer Assistance
Overseas Customer Assistance
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
Roadside Assistance Program
Dealer Locator Service
Canadian Roadside Assistance
Scheduling Service Appointments
Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Rental Vehicle
Shuttle Service
Transportation Options
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement
Additional Program Information
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
Reporting Safety Defects
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
Service Publications Ordering Information
Order Toll Free Monday-Friday 800 AM 600 PM Eastern Time
Service Bulletins
Owner’s Information
Current and Past Model Order Forms
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?
Halogen Bulbs Chemical Paint Spotting
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Brightness Cluster Overview
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Speedometer Split Folding Rear Seat
Recreational Vehicle Towing a Trailer Your Vehicle
Customization Settings