service BUICK LACROSSE 2007 User Guide

Shifting Out of Park (P)
Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock
This vehicle has an electronic shift lock release
system. The shift lock release is designed to:
Prevent ignition key removal unless the
shift lever is in PARK (P)
Prevent movement of the shift lever out of
PARK (P) unless the ignition is in a position
other than OFF.
The shift lock is always functional except in
the case of a an uncharged or low voltage
(less than 9 volt) battery.
If your vehicle has an uncharged battery or a
battery with low voltage, try charging or jump
starting the battery. SeeJump Starting on
page 385.
Console Shift
If your console shift cannot be moved out of
PARK (P)
1. Apply and maintain the regular brakes.
2. Turn the ignition to the ACESSORY or RUN
position. SeeIgnition Positions on page 109
for more information.3. Let up on the shift lever and make sure the shift
lever is pushed all the way into PARK (P).
4. Then, move the shift into the desired gear.
If you still cannot move the shift lever from
PARK (P), consult your dealer or a professional
towing service.
Column Shift
If your park lock cable cannot be moved out of
PARK (P)
1. Apply and maintain the regular brakes.
2. Turn the ignition key to the ACCESSORY or
RUN position. SeeIgnition Positions on
page 109for more information.
3. Shift out of the PARK (P) position to the
NEUTRAL (N) position.
4. Move the vehicle to a safe location.
If you still cannot move the shift lever from
PARK (P), consult your dealer or a professional
towing service.
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Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror
While sitting in a comfortable driving position,
adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind
your vehicle. Hold the mirror in the center to move
it up or down and side to side. The day/night
control at the bottom of the mirror lets you adjust
the mirror to avoid glare from the lamps behind
you. Turn the control to the right for nighttime
conditions and to the center for daytime conditions.
Manual Rearview Mirror with
OnStar
®
The vehicle may have a mirror with Onstar®.
While sitting in a comfortable driving position,
adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind
your vehicle. Hold the mirror in the center to move
it up and down and side to side.
The mirror has a day/night control located at the
bottom. Turn the control to the right for the
night position to reduce glare from other vehicles’
headlamps. Turn the control to the front for the
day position.There are also three OnStar
®buttons located at
the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more
information on the system and how to subscribe
to OnStar
®. SeeOnStar®System on page 126
for more information about the services OnStar®
provides.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
While sitting in a comfortable driving position,
adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind
your vehicle. Hold the mirror in the center to move
it up or down and side to side.
The vehicle may have an automatic dimming
rearview mirror that darkens gradually to reduce
the glare of headlamps from behind. Press
the button in the center of the mirror to turn this
feature on or off.
One photocell on the front of the mirror senses
when it is becoming dark outside. Another
photocell, facing rearward, senses headlamps
behind you.
To keep the photocells operating well, occasionally
clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner.
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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
®
While sitting in a comfortable driving position,
adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind
your vehicle. Hold the mirror in the center to move
it up or down and side to side.
The vehicle may have an automatic dimming
rearview mirror with the OnStar
®System.
The automatic dimming feature is turned on or off
by pressing the left button, located on the lower
part of the mirror, for up to three seconds.
When turned on, this mirror functions like the
automatic dimming rearview mirror described
previously. SeeAutomatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror on page 124.
There are also three OnStar
®buttons located at
the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more
information on the system and how to subscribe
to OnStar
®. SeeOnStar®System on page 126
for more information about the services OnStar®
provides.
Outside Power Mirrors
The controls for the
outside power mirrors,
are located on the
driver’s door armrest.
Move the selector switch located below the
four-way control pad to the left or right to choose
either the driver’s side or passenger’s side
mirror. To adjust a mirror, use the arrows located
on the four-way control pad to move the mirror
in the desired direction. Adjust each outside mirror
so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind
it can be seen while sitting in a comfortable driving
position. Keep the selector switch in the center
position when not adjusting either outside mirror.
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Outside Power Heated Mirrors
For information on the operation of the outside
power mirrors seeOutside Power Mirrors on
page 125.
If the vehicle has heated mirrors, they will warm
up to melt ice and snow, and remove condensation
when the defroster is turned on. SeeDual
Automatic Climate Control System on page 172or
Climate Control System on page 168.
Outside Convex Mirror
{CAUTION:
A convex mirror can make things (like
other vehicles) look farther away than
they really are. If you cut too sharply into
the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on
your right. Check your inside mirror or
glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.The passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex
mirror’s surface is curved so more can be
seen from the driver’s seat, but it also makes
things look farther away than they really are.
OnStar®System
OnStar®uses several innovative technologies and
live advisors to provide you with a wide range
of safety, security, information, and convenience
services. If your airbags deploy, the system is
designed to make an automatic call to OnStar
®
Emergency advisors who can request emergency
services be sent to your location. If you lock
your keys in the vehicle, call OnStar
®at
1-888-4-ONSTAR and they can send a signal to
unlock your doors. If you need roadside
assistance, press the OnStar
®button and they
can contact Roadside Service for you.
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OnStar®service is provided to you subject to the
OnStar®Terms and Conditions. You may cancel
your OnStar®service at any time by contacting
OnStar®as provided below. A complete OnStar®
Owners Guide and the OnStar®Terms and
Conditions are included in the vehicle’s OnStar®
Subscriber glove box literature. For more
information, visit onstar.com or onstar.ca, contact
OnStar
®at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827)
or TTY 1-877-248-2080, or press the OnStar®
button to speak with an OnStar®advisor 24 hours
a day, 7 days a week.
Not all OnStar
®features are available on all
vehicles. To check if your vehicle is equipped to
provide the services described below, or for a
full description of OnStar
®services and system
limitations, see the OnStar®Owner’s Guide in your
glove box or visit onstar.com.
OnStar®Services
For new vehicles with OnStar®, the Safe & Sound
Plan, or the Directions & Connections®Plan is
included for one year from the date of purchase.
You can extend this plan beyond the rst year,
or upgrade to the Directions & Connections
®Plan.For more information, press the OnStar
®button to
speak with an advisor. Some OnStar®services
(such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle
Location Assistance) may not be available
until you register with OnStar
®.
Available Services with Safe &
Sound®Plan

Automatic Notication of Airbag Deployment
Advanced Automatic Crash Notication
(AACN) (If equipped)
Link to Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance
AccidentAssist
Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert
OnStar®Vehicle Diagnostics
GM®Goodwrench®On Demand Diagnostics
OnStar®Hands-Free Calling with
30 complimentary minutes
OnStar®Virtual Advisor ( U.S. Only)
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Available Services included with Directions
& Connections®Plan

All Safe and Sound Plan Services
Driving Directions - Advisor delivered or
OnStar®Turn-by-Turn Navigation (If equipped)
RideAssist
Information and Convenience Services
OnStar®Hands-Free Calling
OnStar®Hands-Free Calling allows eligible
OnStar®subscribers to make and receive calls
using voice commands. Hands-Free Calling is fully
integrated into the vehicle, and can be used
with OnStar
®Pre-Paid Minute Packages.
Hands-Free Calling may also be linked to a
Verizon Wireless service plan in the U.S. or a Bell
Mobility service plan in Canada, depending on
eligibility. To nd out more, refer to the OnStar
®
Owners Guide in the vehicle’s glove box, visit
www.onstar.com or www.onstar.ca, or speak with
an OnStar
®advisor by pressing the OnStar®
button or calling 1-888-4-ONSTAR
(1-888-466-7827).
OnStar®Virtual Advisor
OnStar®Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar®
Hands-Free Calling that uses your minutes to
access location-based weather, local traffic reports,
and stock quotes. By pressing the phone button
and giving a few simple voice commands, you can
browse through the various topics. See the OnStar
®
Owners Guide for more information (Only available
in the continental U.S.).
OnStar®Steering Wheel Controls
Your vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that
can be used to interact with OnStar®Hands-Free
Calling. SeeAudio Steering Wheel Controls on
page 280for more information.
On some vehicles, you may have to hold the
button for a few seconds and give the command
“ONSTAR” in order to activate the OnStar
®
Hands-Free Calling feature.
On some vehicles, the mute button can be used to
dial numbers into voicemail systems, or to dial
phone extensions. See the OnStar
®Owner’s
Guide for more information.
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How OnStar®Service Works
In order to provide you with OnStar®services, your
vehicle’s OnStar®system has the capability of
recording and transmitting vehicle information. This
information is automatically sent to an OnStar
®Call
Center at the time of an OnStar®button press,
Emergency button press or if your airbags or AACN
system deploys. The vehicle information usually
includes your GPS location and, in the event of a
crash, additional information regarding the accident
that your vehicle has been involved in (e.g. the
direction from which your vehicle was hit). When
you use the Virtual Advisor feature of OnStar
®
Hands-Free Calling, your vehicle also sends
OnStar®your GPS location so that we can provide
you with location-based services.
OnStar
®service cannot work unless your vehicle is
in a place where OnStar®has an agreement with a
wireless service provider for service in that area.
OnStar
®service also cannot work unless you are in
a place where the wireless service provider
OnStar
®has hired for that area has coverage,
network capacity and reception when the service is
needed, and technology that is compatible with the
OnStar
®service. Not all services are available
everywhere, particularly in remote or enclosed
areas, or at all times.OnStar
®service that involves location information
about your vehicle cannot work unless GPS
satellite signals are unobstructed and available in
that place as well.
Your vehicle must have a working electrical
system (including adequate battery power) for the
OnStar
®equipment to operate. There are other
problems OnStar®cannot control that may prevent
OnStar®from providing OnStar®service to you
at any particular time or place. Some examples are
damage to important parts of your vehicle in an
accident, hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather
or wireless phone network congestion.
Your Responsibility
You may need to increase the volume of your
radio to hear the OnStar®advisor. If the light next
to the OnStar®buttons is red, this means that
your system is not functioning properly and should
be checked by a dealer. If the light appears
clear (no light is appearing), your OnStar
®
subscription has expired. You can always press
the OnStar®button to conrm that your OnStar®
equipment is active.
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Universal Home Remote
System
Universal Home Remote System
(With Three Round LED)
The Universal Home Remote System provides a
way to replace up to three hand-held
radio-frequency (RF) transmitters used to activate
devices such as garage door openers, security
systems, and home lighting.
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.
The FCC Grant of Equipment Authorization
Certicate number is KOBGTV06A.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.
The Canadian Registration ID number is
3521A-GTV06A.
Changes or modications to this system by other
than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
Universal Home Remote System
(With One Triangular LED)
The Universal Home Remote System provides a
way to replace up to three hand-held
radio-frequency (RF) transmitters used to activate
devices such as garage door openers, security
systems, and home lighting.
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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.
The FCC Grant of Equipment Authorization
Certicate number is CB2SAHL3.
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.
The Canadian Registration ID number is
2791021849A.
Changes or modications to this system by other
than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.Universal Home Remote System
Operation (With Three Round LED)
Your vehicle may have the Universal Home Remote
System. If there are three round Light Emitting
Diode (LED) above the Universal Home Remote
System buttons, follow the instructions below. If
there is one triangular LED above the Universal
Home Remote System buttons, follow the
instructions under Universal Home Remote System
Operation (with one triangular LED).
This system provides a way to replace up to three
remote control transmitters used to activate
devices such as garage door openers, security
systems, and home lighting.
Do not use the this system with any garage door
opener that does not have the stop and reverse
feature. This includes any garage door opener
model manufactured before April 1, 1982.
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 187
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light........................................ 187
Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light........................................ 188
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage............ 189
Low Coolant Warning Light....................... 189
Tire Pressure Light.................................... 190
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 190
Oil Pressure Light..................................... 194
Change Engine Oil Light........................... 195
Security Light............................................ 195
Cruise Control Light.................................. 195
Reduced Engine Power Light.................... 196
Highbeam On Light................................... 196
Headlamps Suggested Light...................... 196
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light............... 197
Door Ajar Light.......................................... 197
Trunk Ajar Light........................................ 197
Service Vehicle Soon Light........................ 197
Fuel Gage................................................. 198
Low Fuel Warning Light............................ 198
Check Gas Cap Light................................ 199Driver Information Center (DIC)................... 199
DIC Operation and Displays...................... 200
DIC Compass (Uplevel Only)..................... 206
DIC Warnings and Messages.................... 208
DIC Vehicle Personalization....................... 229
Audio System(s)......................................... 238
Setting the Time........................................ 239
Radio with CD (Base)............................... 240
Radio with CD (Uplevel)............................ 245
Radio with CD (MP3)................................ 252
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................. 260
Using an MP3........................................... 272
XM Radio Messages................................. 278
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................. 280
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.................. 280
Radio Reception........................................ 281
Care of Your CDs..................................... 282
Care of the CD Player.............................. 282
Backglass Antenna.................................... 283
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System....... 284
Chime Level Adjustment............................ 284
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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