traction control BUICK TERRAZA 2007 Owner's Manual

Tachometer............................................... 209
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 209
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light....... 210
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 210
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 211
Charging System Light.............................. 213
Brake System Warning Light..................... 214
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 215
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light........................................ 216
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage............ 217
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 217
Oil Pressure Light..................................... 220
Security Light............................................ 221
Cruise Control Light.................................. 221
Highbeam On Light................................... 221
Fuel Gage................................................. 222
Low Fuel Warning Light............................ 222
Driver Information Center (DIC).................. 223
DIC Operation and Displays...................... 224
DIC Compass (Uplevel Only)..................... 228
DIC Warnings and Messages.................... 230
DIC Vehicle Personalization
(Uplevel Only)........................................ 249Audio System(s)......................................... 258
Setting the Time........................................ 259
Radio with CD........................................... 260
Using an MP3........................................... 274
XM Radio Messages................................. 280
Navigation/Radio System........................... 282
Rear Seat Entertainment System
(Option A, Uplevel)................................ 282
Rear Seat Entertainment System
(Option B, Uplevel)................................ 298
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
(Option A, Uplevel)................................ 314
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
(Option B, Uplevel)................................ 316
Mobile Digital Media System..................... 319
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................. 340
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.................. 341
Radio Reception........................................ 342
Care of Your CDs and DVDs.................... 343
Care of the CD and DVD Player............... 343
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................. 344
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System....... 344
Chime Level Adjustment............................ 344
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment
on page 200.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 173.
C. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped).
SeeAudio Steering Wheel Controls on
page 341.
D. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument
Panel Cluster on page 208.
E. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls
(If Equipped). SeeDriver Information
Center (DIC) on page 223.
F. Traction Control System Button (If Equipped).
SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on
page 353.
G. Hazard Warning Flasher Switch. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 172.
H. Passenger Airbag Status And Passenger
Seatbelt Reminder Indicator. SeePassenger
Airbag Status Indicator on page 211and
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
on page 210.I. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s)
on page 258.
J. Exterior Lamps Control. SeeExterior
Lamps on page 181.
K. Interior Lamps Control. SeeInterior Lamps
Control on page 184. Instrument Panel
Brightness Control. SeeInstrument Panel
Brightness on page 183.
L. Hood Release. SeeHood Release
on page 409.
M. Parking Brake. SeeParking Brake
on page 137.
N. Horn. SeeHorn on page 172.
O. Cruise Controls (If Equipped).
SeeCruise Control on page 177.
P. Dual Climate Controls. SeeDual Climate
Control System on page 197.
Q. Heated Seat Controls (If Equipped).
SeeHeated Seats on page 10.
R. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 158.
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Cruise Control
{CAUTION:
Cruise control can be dangerous where
you cannot drive safely at a steady speed.
So, do not use your cruise control on
winding roads or in heavy traffic.
Cruise control can be dangerous on
slippery roads. On such roads, fast
changes in tire traction can cause
excessive wheel slip, and you could lose
control. Do not use cruise control on
slippery roads.The cruise control lever
is located below the
windshield wiper control
on the right side of
the steering wheel.
QRES + (Resume/Accelerate):Push the lever
up to resume the cruise control speed, or to
accelerate when passing another vehicle.
J(CRUISE CONTROL) ON/OFFq:Press the
button on the end of the lever to turn the cruise
control on. Press it again to turn cruise control off.
RSET — (Set/Coast/Decelerate):Push the
lever down to set the cruise speed. If the cruise
speed is already set this position can be used
to coast or decelerate from a higher speed.
CANCEL
R:Pull the lever to cancel the cruise
control speed.
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Cruise control allows a speed of approximately
25 mph (40 km/h) or more to be maintained
without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This
is helpful on long trips. Cruise control does not
work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h).
When the brakes are applied, the cruise control
shuts off.
If the vehicle is in cruise control and the Traction
Control System (TCS) begins to limit wheel
spin, the cruise control will automatically
disengage. SeeTraction Control System (TCS)
on page 353. When road conditions allow,
the cruise control can be used again.Setting Cruise Control
{CAUTION:
If you leave your cruise control on when
you are not using cruise, you might hit a
button and go into cruise when you do not
want to. You could be startled and even
lose control. Keep the cruise control switch
off until you want to use cruise control.
1. Push the button at the end of the cruise
control lever to turn the cruise control on.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed.
3. Push down on the cruise control lever and
release it. This will set the speed in cruise
control.
4. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
This symbol will appear
on the instrument panel
cluster when the
cruise control is set.
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Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light
Your vehicle may have
a traction control system
warning light.
The traction control system warning light may
come on for the following reasons:
If you turn the system off by pressing the
traction control button. To turn the system
back on, press the button again. The warning
light should go off. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 353for more
information.
If there is a brake system problem that is
specically related to traction control, the
traction control system will turn off and
the warning light will come on. If your brakes
begin to overheat, the traction control
system will turn off and the warning light will
come on until your brakes cool down.
If the traction control system is affected by an
engine-related problem, the system will turn
off and the warning light will come on.
If the traction control system warning light comes
on and stays on for an extended period of
time when the system is turned on, your vehicle
needs service.
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SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM
If your vehicle has the Traction Control
System (TCS), this message displays when the
system is not functioning properly. A warning light
also appears on the instrument panel cluster.
SeeTraction Control System (TCS) Warning
Light on page 216. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 353for more information.
Have the TCS serviced by your dealer as soon
as possible.
This message displays only while the ignition is in
RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message displays when a non-emissions
related malfunction occurs. Have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer as soon as possible.
This message displays only while the ignition is in
RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
STABILITY CONTROL ACTIVE
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak®, this message
displays when StabiliTrak®is actively assisting you
with directional control of the vehicle. Slippery
road conditions may exist when this message is
displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly.
SeeStabiliTrak
®System on page 355.
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This message displays only while the ignition is in
RUN. This message stays on until road conditions
change and StabiliTrak
®is not active.
This message cannot be acknowledged and
cleared from the screen.
STABILITY CONTROL OFF
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak®, this message
displays any time the system turns off. When this
message has been displayed, StabiliTrak
®is
no longer available to assist you with directional
control of the vehicle. Adjust your driving
accordingly. SeeStabiliTrak
®System on page 355.
This message displays only while the ignition is
in RUN.
Any of the following conditions may cause the
StabiliTrak
®system to turn off:
The battery is low.
There is a StabiliTrak®system failure.
See your dealer for service.
STARTING DISABLED
This message displays if the starting of the engine
is disabled due to the electronic throttle control
system or vehicle theft-deterrent system. Have your
vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately.
This message only appears while the ignition is
in RUN and will not disappear until the problem
is resolved.
This message cannot be acknowledged.
TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE
If your vehicle has the Traction Control
System (TCS), this message displays when the
system is on. Slippery road conditions may exist
if this message is displayed, so adjust your
driving accordingly. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 353for more information.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
RUN and will not disappear until driving conditions
change and the TCS is no longer active.
This message cannot be acknowledged or
cleared from the screen.
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TRACTION CONTROL OFF
If your vehicle has the Traction Control
System (TCS), this message displays when the
TCS turns off. SeeTraction Control System (TCS)
on page 353for more information.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
RUN and disappears after two seconds.
Any of the following conditions may cause the
TCS to turn off:
The TCS is turned off by pressing the traction
control button located on the center of the
instrument panel. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 353.
The battery is low.
There is a TCS failure. See your dealer
for service.
TRANSMISSION FLUID HOT
This message displays when the transaxle uid
in your vehicle is too hot. Stop the vehicle
and allow it to idle until it cools down. If the
warning message continues to display, have the
vehicle serviced by your dealer as soon as
possible.This message displays and a chime sounds only
while the ignition is in RUN. Press any of the
DIC buttons to acknowledge this message and to
clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
TURN SIGNAL ON
This message displays as a reminder to turn off
the turn signal if you drive your vehicle for
more than about 0.75 mile (1.2 km) with a turn
signal on. SeeTurn Signal/Multifunction Lever
on page 173.
This message displays and a chime sounds only
when the ignition is in RUN. This message
clears from the DIC if the turn signal is manually
turned off, a turn is completed, or the message
is acknowledged.
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Audio System(s)
Determine which radio your vehicle has and then
read the pages following to familiarize yourself
with its features.
Driving without distraction is a necessity for a
safer driving experience. SeeDefensive Driving on
page 346. By taking a few moments to read this
manual and get familiar with your vehicle’s
audio system, you can use it with less effort, as
well as take advantage of its features. While your
vehicle is parked, set up your audio system by
presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the
tone, and adjusting the speakers. Then, when
driving conditions permit, you can tune to
your favorite stations using the presets and
steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them.{CAUTION:
This system provides you with a far greater
access to audio stations and song listings.
Giving extended attention to entertainment
tasks while driving can cause a crash and
you or others can be injured or killed.
Always keep your eyes on the road and
your mind on the drive — avoid engaging
in extended searching while driving.
Keeping your mind on the drive is important for
safe driving. Here are some ways in which you can
help avoid distraction while driving.
While your vehicle is parked:
Familiarize yourself with all of its controls.
Familiarize yourself with its operation.
Set up your audio system by presetting your
favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and
adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving
conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite
radio stations using the presets and steering
wheel controls if the vehicle has them.
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Navigation/Radio System
Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system.
The navigation system has built-in features
intended to minimize driver distraction. Technology
alone, no matter how advanced, can never
replace your own judgment. See the Navigation
System manual for some tips to help you
reduce distractions while driving.
Rear Seat Entertainment System
(Option A, Uplevel)
Your vehicle may have this type of DVD Rear
Seat Entertainment (RSE) system. If it has
this feature, it will include a DVD player, a video
display screen, auxiliary inputs, two sets of
wireless headphones (if included), and a remote
control.
Parental Control
rj
(Parental Control):This button is located
behind the video screen, below the auxiliary jacks.
Press this button while using RSA, or when a
DVD or CD is playing to blank the video screen
and to mute the audio. The power indicator
lights on the DVD player will ash. Turning on the
parental control will also disable all other button
operations from the remote control and the
DVD player, except for the eject button. Press this
button again to restore operation of the RSA,
DVD player, and remote control.
This button may also be used to turn the DVD
player power on and automatically resume play
if the vehicle is on and a disc is in the player.
If no disc is in the player, the system will power
up in auxiliary mode.
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