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Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols
that may be found on the vehicle
and what they mean. For more
information on the symbol, refer to
the index.
9:Airbag Readiness Light
#:Air Conditioning
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
g:Audio Steering Wheel
Controls or OnStar®
$:Brake System Warning Light
":Charging System
I:Cruise Control
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
O:Exterior Lamps
#:Fog Lamps
.:Fuel Gage
+:Fuses
i:Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
j:LATCH System Child Restraints
*:Malfunction Indicator Lamp
::Oil Pressure
}:Power
/:Remote Vehicle Start
>:Safety Belt Reminders
7:Tire Pressure Monitor
F:Traction Control
M:Windshield Washer Fluid
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Tire Pressure Light...........3-29
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp................3-30
Oil Pressure Light.............3-33
Change Engine Oil Light. . .3-33
Security Light....................3-33
Cruise Control Light..........3-33
Highbeam On Light...........3-34
Low Washer Fluid
Warning Light..................3-34
Fuel Gage........................3-34
Low Fuel Warning Light. . . .3-34
Auto Stop Mode................3-35
Charge/Assist Gage..........3-35
Fuel Economy Light..........3-35
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
Driver Information
Center (DIC)...................3-36
DIC Operation and
Displays..........................3-36
DIC Compass...................3-40
DIC Warnings and
Messages........................3-42
DIC Vehicle
Customization..................3-49
Audio System(s)
Audio System(s)................3-56
Setting the Clock..............3-56
Radio(s)............................3-58
Using an MP3...................3-66
XM Radio Messages.........3-71
Bluetooth®........................3-72
Theft-Deterrent Feature.....3-82
Audio Steering Wheel
Controls..........................3-82
Radio Reception...............3-83
Fixed Mast Antenna..........3-84
XM™ Satellite Radio
Antenna System..............3-84
Chime Level Adjustment. . .3-84
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Warnings and Messages on
page 3-42for more information.
Stop and check the tires as soon as
it is safe to do so. If underinated,
inate to the proper pressure.
SeeTires on page 5-38for more
information.
When the Light Flashes First and
Then is On Steady
This indicates that there could be a
problem with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System. The light ashes
for about a minute and stays
on steady for the remainder of the
ignition cycle. This sequence
repeats with every ignition cycle.
SeeTire Pressure Monitor System
on page 5-45for more information.Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Check Engine Light
A computer system called OBD II
(On-Board Diagnostics-Second
Generation) monitors operation of
the fuel, ignition, and emission
control systems. It ensures
that emissions are at acceptable
levels for the life of the vehicle,
helping to produce a cleaner
environment.
This light comes on when the
ignition is on, but the engine is not
running, as a check to show it
is working. If it does not, have the
vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer.If the check engine light comes on
and stays on, while the engine
is running, this indicates that there
is an OBD II problem and service
is required.
Malfunctions often are indicated by
the system before any problem
is apparent. Being aware of the light
can prevent more serious damage
to the vehicle. This system
assists the service technician in
correctly diagnosing any
malfunction.
Notice:If the vehicle is
continually driven with this light
on, after a while, the emission
controls 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 repairs that might not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
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T(Vehicle Information):Press
this button to display the oil life,
units, tire pressure readings
for vehicles with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS), Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter
programming, economy light on/off,
compass zone setting, and
compass recalibration on vehicles
with this feature.
U(Customization):Press this
button to customize the feature
settings on your vehicle. SeeDIC
Vehicle Customization on page 3-49
for more information.
V(Set/Reset):Press this button to
set or reset certain functions and
to turn off or acknowledge
messages on the DIC.
Trip/Fuel Menu Items
3(Trip/Fuel):Press this button
to scroll through the following
menu items:
Odometer
Press the trip/fuel button until
ODOMETER displays. This display
shows the distance the vehicle
has been driven in either miles (mi)
or kilometers (km). Pressing the
trip odometer reset stem will
also display the odometer.
To switch between English and
metric measurements, see “Units”
later in this section.
Trip Odometer
Press the trip/fuel button until TRIP
displays. This display shows the
current distance traveled in
either miles (mi) or kilometers (km)
since the last reset for the trip
odometer. Pressing the trip
odometer reset stem will also
display the trip odometer.The trip odometer can be reset to
zero by pressing the set/reset button
while the trip odometer is displayed.
You can also reset the trip
odometer while it is displayed by
pressing and holding the trip
odometer reset stem.
Fuel Range
Press the trip/fuel button until
FUEL RANGE displays. This
display shows the approximate
number of remaining miles (mi) or
kilometers (km) the vehicle can be
driven without refueling. The display
will show LOW if the fuel level is low.
The fuel range estimate is based on
an average of the vehicle’s fuel
economy over recent driving history
and the amount of fuel remaining
in the fuel tank. This estimate
will change if driving conditions
change. For example, if driving in
traffic and making frequent
stops, this display may read one
number, but if the vehicle is driven
on a freeway, the number may
change even though the same
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FUEL LEVEL LOW
This message displays when your
vehicle is low on fuel. Rell the
fuel tank as soon as possible. See
Fuel Gage on page 3-34and
Filling the Tank on page 5-7for
more information.
HOOD OPEN
This message displays on some
vehicles when the hood is not closed
properly. Close the hood completely.
SeeHood Release on page 5-9.
ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE
WITH CARE
This message displays when the
outside air temperature is cold
enough to create icy road
conditions. Adjust your driving
accordingly.
LIFTGATE OPEN
This message displays when the
liftgate is not closed completely.
Close the liftgate completely. See
Liftgate on page 2-8.
OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP
ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle
while the engine oil pressure
is low, severe engine damage
may occur. If a low oil pressure
warning appears on the Driver
Information Center (DIC), stop the
vehicle as soon as possible.
Do not drive the vehicle until the
cause of the low oil pressure
is corrected. SeeEngine Oil on
page 5-11for more information.
This message displays when
the vehicle’s engine oil pressure is
low. The oil pressure light also
appears on the instrument panel
cluster. SeeOil Pressure Light
on page 3-33.
Stop the vehicle immediately, as
engine damage can result from
driving a vehicle with low oil
pressure. Have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer/retailer as soon as
possible when this message is
displayed.
PASSENGER DOOR OPEN
This message displays when one or
more of the passenger doors are
not closed properly. Close the doors
completely.
REMOTE KEY LEARNING
ACTIVE
This message displays while
matching a Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter to your vehicle.
See “MATCHING TRANSMITTERS
TO YOUR VEHICLE” under
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 2-4and
DIC Operation and Displays on
page 3-36for more information.
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STABILITRAK NOT READY
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this
message may display and the
StabiliTrak indicator light on the
instrument panel cluster may be on
after rst driving the vehicle and
exceeding 20 mph (32 km/h)
for 30 seconds. The StabiliTrak
system is not functional until the light
has turned off. SeeStabiliTrak
®
System on page 4-7for more
information.
STABILITRAK OFF
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this
message displays when you
turn off the StabiliTrak, or when the
stability control has been
automatically disabled. To limit
wheel spin and realize the full
benets of the stability enhancement
system, you should normally
leave StabiliTrak on. However, you
should turn StabiliTrak off if your
vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, ice,
or snow and you want to rock
your vehicle to attempt to free it, or
if you are driving in extremeoff-road conditions and require more
wheel spin. SeeIf Your Vehicle is
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on
page 4-17. To turn the StabiliTrak
system on or off, seeStabiliTrak
®
System on page 4-7.
TIGHTEN GAS CAP
This message may display along
with the check engine light on
the instrument panel cluster if the
vehicle’s fuel cap is not tightened
properly. SeeMalfunction Indicator
Lamp on page 3-30. Reinstall
the fuel cap fully. SeeFilling the
Tank on page 5-7. The diagnostic
system can determine if the fuel cap
has been left off or improperly
installed. A loose or missing fuel
cap allows fuel to evaporate into the
atmosphere. A few driving trips
with the cap properly installed
should turn this light and
message off.
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
On vehicles with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS), this
message displays when the TPMS
is re-learning the tire positions
on your vehicle. The tire positions
must be re-learned after rotating the
tires or after replacing a tire or
sensor. SeeTire Inspection
and Rotation on page 5-50,Tire
Pressure Monitor System on
page 5-45, andInflation - Tire
Pressure on page 5-43for more
information.
TRACTION CONTROL OFF
This message displays when
the Traction Control System (TCS)
turns off. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 4-8for more
information.
This message only displays while
the ignition is in ON/RUN and
disappears after 10 seconds, unless
it is acknowledged or an urgent
warning appears.
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Before Leaving on a
Long Trip
To prepare your vehicle for a long
trip, consider having it serviced
by your dealer/retailer before
departing.
Things to check on your own
include:
Windshield Washer Fluid:
Reservoir full? Windows
clean — inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:In good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:All
levels checked?
Lamps:Do they all work and are
lenses clean?
Tires:Are treads good? Are tires
inated to recommended
pressure?
Weather and Maps:Safe to
travel? Have up-to-date maps?
Highway Hypnosis
Always be alert and pay attention to
your surroundings while driving. If
you become tired or sleepy, nd a
safe place to park your vehicle
and rest.
Other driving tips include:
Keep the vehicle well ventilated.
Keep interior temperature cool.
Keep your eyes moving — scan
the road ahead and to the sides.
Check the rearview mirror and
vehicle instruments often.
Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or through
mountains is different than driving
on at or rolling terrain. Tips for
driving in these conditions include:
Keep the vehicle serviced
and in good shape.
Check all uid levels and brakes,
tires, cooling system, and
transmission.
Going down steep or long hills,
shift to a lower gear.
{CAUTION
If you do not shift down, the
brakes could get so hot that they
would not work well. You would
then have poor braking or even
none going down a hill. You could
crash. Shift down to let the engine
assist the brakes on a steep
downhill slope.
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Service and
Appearance Care
Service
Service...............................5-3
Accessories and
Modications.....................5-3
California Proposition 65
Warning............................5-3
California Perchlorate
Materials Requirements.....5-4
Doing Your Own
Service Work....................5-4
Adding Equipment to the
Outside of the Vehicle......5-4
Fuel
Fuel....................................5-5
Gasoline Octane.................5-5
Gasoline Specications.......5-5
California Fuel....................5-5
Additives.............................5-5
Fuels in Foreign
Countries..........................5-6
Filling the Tank...................5-7
Filling a Portable Fuel
Container..........................5-8
Checking Things Under
the Hood
Checking Things Under
the Hood..........................5-9
Hood Release.....................5-9
Engine Compartment
Overview.........................5-10
Engine Oil.........................5-11
Engine Oil Life System.....5-14
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. . .5-15
Automatic Transmission
Fluid................................5-17
Cooling System.................5-17
Engine Coolant.................5-20
Coolant Surge Tank
Pressure Cap..................5-22
Engine Overheating...........5-23
Windshield Washer
Fluid................................5-24
Brakes..............................5-25
Battery..............................5-27
Jump Starting...................5-28
Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming..............5-33
Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement.............5-35
Halogen Bulbs..................5-35
Headlamps........................5-35
Front Turn Signal and
Parking Lamps................5-36
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Stoplamps and Back-up
Lamps
.............................5-36
License Plate Lamp..........5-37
Replacement Bulbs...........5-37
Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement...................5-38
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A. SeeEngine Air Cleaner/Filter on
page 5-15.
B. Remote Negative (−) Terminal.
SeeJump Starting on page 5-28.
C. Engine Oil Fill Cap. SeeEngine
Oil on page 5-11.
D. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. See
Cooling System on page 5-17.
E. Engine Coolant Surge Tank
Protection Cap. SeeCoolant
Surge Tank Pressure Cap
on page 5-22.
F. SeeUnderhood Fuse Block on
page 5-77.
G. Remote Positive (+) Terminal.
SeeJump Starting on page 5-28.H. Windshield Washer Fluid
Reservoir. SeeWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 5-24.
I. Engine Oil Dipstick (out of view).
SeeEngine Oil on page 5-11.
Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil
It is a good idea to check the
engine oil level at each fuel ll. In
order to get an accurate reading, the
oil must be warm and the vehicle
must be on level ground.The engine oil dipstick handle is a
yellow loop. SeeEngine
Compartment Overview on
page 5-10for the location of the
engine oil dipstick.
1. Turn off the engine and give the
oil several minutes to drain back
into the oil pan. If this is not
done, the oil dipstick might not
show the actual level.
2. Pull the dipstick and clean it with
a paper towel or cloth, then push
it back in all the way. Remove
it again, keeping the tip down and
check the level.
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Tire Terminology and
Denitions
Air Pressure:The amount of
air inside the tire pressing
outward on each square inch of
the tire. Air pressure is
expressed in pounds per square
inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight
:This means
the combined weight of
optional accessories. Some
examples of optional
accessories are, automatic
transmission, power steering,
power brakes, power windows,
power seats, and air
conditioning.
Aspect Ratio
:The relationship
of a tire’s height to its width.
Belt
:A rubber coated layer of
cords that is located between the
plies and the tread. Cords
may be made from steel or other
reinforcing materials.Bead
:The tire bead contains
steel wires wrapped by steel
cords that hold the tire onto
the rim.
Bias Ply Tire
:A pneumatic tire
in which the plies are laid at
alternate angles less than
90 degrees to the centerline of
the tread.
Cold Tire Pressure
:The
amount of air pressure in a tire,
measured in pounds per
square inch (psi) or kilopascals
(kPa) before a tire has built
up heat from driving. See
Inflation - Tire Pressure on
page 5-43.
Curb Weight
:The weight of a
motor vehicle with standard
and optional equipment including
the maximum capacity of fuel,
oil, and coolant, but without
passengers and cargo.DOT Markings
:A code molded
into the sidewall of a tire
signifying that the tire is in
compliance with the U.S.
Department of Transportation
(DOT) motor vehicle safety
standards. The DOT code
includes the Tire Identication
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric
designator which can also
identify the tire manufacturer,
production plant, brand, and date
of production.
GVWR
:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating. SeeLoading the Vehicle
on page 4-18.
GAWR FRT
:Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the front axle. See
Loading the Vehicle on
page 4-18.
GAWR RR
:Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the rear axle. See
Loading the Vehicle on
page 4-18.
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