BUICK LACROSSE 2007 Owner's Manual

Emergency Trunk Release Handle
Notice:Do not use the emergency trunk
release handle as a tie-down or anchor point
when securing items in the trunk as it
could damage the handle. The emergency
trunk release handle is only intended to aid a
person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling
them to open the trunk from the inside.
There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk
release handle located on the trunk latch of the
trunk lid. This handle will glow following exposure to
light. If ever needed, pull the emergency trunk
release handle to open the trunk from the inside.
Trunk Lid Pull Down Handle and
Tie-Down Features
Your vehicle has a trunk lid pull down handle (A)
located on the inside of the trunk lid on the driver’s
side of the vehicle. Use the handle to pull down the
trunk lid when closing it.
Your vehicle also has a tie-down feature (B) located
on the inside the trunk lid on the passenger’s side of
the vehicle that can be used to secure the trunk lid
when large items are stored in the trunk.
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Windows
{CAUTION:
Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets
in a vehicle with the windows closed is
dangerous. They can be overcome by the
extreme heat and suffer permanent
injuries or even death from heat stroke.
Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a
pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the
windows closed in warm or hot weather.
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Power Windows
The switches on the driver’s door armrest are
used to control each of the windows. The power
window switches work while the ignition is in RUN,
ACCESSORY, or while Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) is active. SeeRetained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 110. Each passenger
door has its own window switch.
To lower the window, press and hold the front of
the switch to the rst position until the window is at
the desired level. To raise the window, pull up
and hold the front of the switch.
Express-Down Window
The driver’s window switch has an express-down
feature labeled AUTO. This lets you lower the
window completely without holding the switch.
Press the front of the switch to the second position
and release.
To stop the window while it is lowering, briey pull
up on the switch.
Window Lockout
o
(Window Lockout):The driver’s window
switches also include a lockout switch. Press
the right side of the switch to prevent the
rear passengers from using their window switches.
The driver can still control all the windows and
the front passenger can control their own window
with the lockout on. Press the left side of the
switch to return to normal window operation.
A visible red bar on the right side of the switch
indicates that the lockout is off.
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Sun Visors
To block out glare, swing down the sun visors.
They can be detached from the center retainer and
slid along the rod to cover different areas of the
front window and turned to cover the side
windows.
Visor Vanity Mirror
Swing down the sun visors and lift the cover to
expose the vanity mirror. Do not drive with
the cover lifted due to possible glare impeding
other drivers behind or to the side of the vehicle.
Theft-Deterrent Systems
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some
cities. Although your vehicle has a number of
theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we
put on it can make it impossible to steal.
Content Theft-Deterrent
Your vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent
alarm system.
A red light located on
top of the instrument
panel, toward the center
of the vehicle and
near the windshield, will
ash slowly when the
system is armed.
The theft-deterrent alarm system needs to be
activated through the Driver Information Center
(DIC). See “CONTENT THEFT” under
“Customization Menu Items” inDIC Vehicle
Personalization on page 229. While armed, the
doors will not unlock with the power door lock
switch. The remote alarm will sound if someone
tampers with the trunk or enters the vehicle without
using the remote keyless entry transmitter or key to
unlock the doors. The horn will sound and the
headlamps will ash for up to two minutes. The
system will also cut off the fuel supply, preventing
the vehicle from being driven.
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Arming with the Power Lock Switch
The vehicle’s content theft-deterrent alarm system
can be activated when the key is removed from
the ignition and the power door lock switch
of either the driver’s or front passenger’s door is
used to lock the vehicle. The door needs to
be in the open position when pressing the power
door lock switch. The alarm system will not
activate if the door is closed when the power door
lock switch is pressed. This system can be
activated through the Driver Information Center
(DIC). See “CONTENT THEFT” under
“Customization Menu Items” inDIC Vehicle
Personalization on page 229.
When the doors are locked using the power door
lock switch of either front door, the red light on
top of the instrument panel will start ashing at a
fast rate, indicating that the system is arming.
After all the doors are locked there will be a time
delay and then the red light will begin to ash
at a very slow rate, indicating the system is armed.
Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry
Transmitter
The alarm system will arm when the remote keyless
entry transmitter is used to lock the doors after the
key is removed from the ignition. The red light will
come on to indicate that the system is arming. After
all doors are closed and locked, and after a time
delay, the red light will begin ashing at a very slow
rate to show the system is armed.
Arming Conrmation
A red light located on top of the instrument panel,
towards the center of the vehicle and near the
windshield, will ash slowly to conrm when
the system is armed.
Disarming with the Remote Keyless
Entry Transmitter
The alarm system will disarm when the remote
keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock
the doors. The red light will go out to show that
the system is disarmed.
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Disarming with Your Key
The alarm system will disarm when the key is
used to unlock the doors. The red light will stop
ashing when the system is disarmed. If you would
like the key to disarm the alarm system, see
“CONTENT THEFT” underDIC Vehicle
Personalization on page 229for more information.
PASS-Key®III
Your PASS-Key®III system operates on a radio
frequency subject to Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry
Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Changes or modications to this system by other
than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
PASS-Key®III uses a radio frequency transponder
in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle.
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PASS-Key®III Operation
Your vehicle is equipped
with PASS-Key®III
(Personalized
Automotive Security
System) theft-deterrent
system.
PASS-Key
®III is a passive theft-deterrent system.
This means nothing special needs to be done
to arm or disarm the system. It works when the key
is inserted or removed from the ignition.
PASS-Key III
®uses a transponder in the ignition
key that matches a decoder in the vehicle.
When the PASS-Key
®III system senses that the
wrong key has been inserted into the ignition, it
shuts down the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems.The starter will not work and fuel will stop owing to
the engine. If someone tries to start the vehicle
again with the wrong key, the vehicle will not start.
Anyone using a trial-and-error method to start the
vehicle will be discouraged to do so because of the
high number of electrical key codes.
When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does
not start and the STARTING DISABLED warning
message on the Driver Information Center
(DIC) comes on, the key may have a damaged
transponder. Turn the ignition off and try again.
If the engine still does not start, and the key
appears to be undamaged, try another ignition
key. At this time, you may also want to check the
fuse. SeeFuses and Circuit Breakers on
page 450. If the engine still does not start with the
other key, the vehicle needs service. If the
vehicle does start, the rst key may be faulty. See
your dealer who can service the PASS-Key
®III
to have a new key made. In an emergency,
contact Roadside Assistance. SeeRoadside
Assistance Program on page 484for more
information.
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It is possible for the PASS-Key®III decoder to
accept the transponder value of a new or
replacement key. Up to 10 keys may be
programmed for the vehicle. The following
procedure is for programming additional keys only.
If all the programmed keys are lost or do not
operate, see your dealer or a locksmith who can
service PASS-Key
®III to have keys made and
programmed to the system.
To program the new key do the following:
1. Verify that the new key has PK3 stamped
on it.
2. Insert the master key in the ignition and start
the engine. If the engine will not start, see
your dealer for service.
3. After the engine has started, turn the key to
OFF, and remove the key.
4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to
RUN within ve seconds of removing the
original key.5. The SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM warning
message on the DIC will turn off, once the
key has been programmed. It may not
be apparent that the SERVICE THEFT
SYSTEM warning message went on due to
how quickly the key is programmed.
6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 if additional keys
are to be programmed.
If the SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM warning
message appears and stays on the DIC while the
vehicle is being driven, the engine will be able
to be restarted if it is turned off. Your
PASS-Key
®III system, however, is not working
properly and must be serviced by your dealer.
The vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key
®III
system at this time.
If the PASS-Key
®III key is lost or stolen, see your
dealer or a locksmith who can service
PASS-Key
®III to have a new key made.
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Starting and Operating Your
Vehicle
New Vehicle Break-In
Notice:Your vehicle does not need an
elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in
the long run if you follow these guidelines:
Do not drive at any one constant speed,
fast or slow, for the rst 500 miles
(805 km). Do not make full-throttle starts.
Avoid downshifting to brake, or slow,
the vehicle.
Avoid making hard stops for the rst
200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time
your new brake linings are not yet broken
in. Hard stops with new linings can mean
premature wear and earlier replacement.
Follow this breaking-in guideline every time
you get new brake linings.
Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See
Towing a Trailer on page 327for the trailer
towing capabilities of your vehicle and more
information.
Following break-in, engine speed and load can
be gradually increased.
Ignition Positions
With the ignition key in the ignition, the key can be
turned to four different positions:
Notice:Using a tool to force the key from the
ignition switch could cause damage or
break the key. Use the correct key and turn the
key only with your hand. Make sure the key
is in all the way. If none of this works,
then your vehicle needs service.
A (OFF):This is the only position in which the
ignition key can be inserted or removed. This
position locks the ignition and transaxle. It is a
theft-deterrent feature.
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B (ACCESSORY):This position lets the radio and
windshield wipers operate while the engine is
off. To use ACCESSORY, turn the key clockwise.
C (RUN):This position is where the key returns
to after the vehicle is started. This position displays
some of the warning and indicator lights.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key
in the ACCESSORY or RUN position with the
engine off. You may not be able to start your
vehicle if the battery is allowed to drain for
an extended period of time.
D (START):This position starts the engine.
A warning chime will sound and the Driver
Information Center (DIC) will display DRIVER’S
DOOR AJAR when the driver’s door is opened if
the ignition is in OFF, ACCESSORY and the key is
in the ignition. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages
on page 208for more information.Key In the Ignition
Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it
is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If you
leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle,
a chime will sound, when you open the driver’s
door. Always remember to remove your key from
the ignition and take it with you. This will lock
your ignition and transaxle. Also, always remember
to lock the doors.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key
in the ignition while your vehicle is parked.
You may not be able to start your vehicle after it
has been parked for an extended period of time.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
If the vehicle has Retained Accessory Power
(RAP), the power windows and radio will continue
to operate for up to 10 minutes after the ignition
key is turned to OFF unless a door is opened.
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