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Highway Hypnosis
Is there actually such a condition as “highway
hypnosis”? Or is
it just plain falling asleep at the wheel?
Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or
whatever.
There is something about an easy stretch of road with
the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the
road, the drone
of the engine, and the rush of the
wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don’t
let it happen to you! If it does, your vehicle can leave
the road in
less than a second, and you could crash and
be injured.
What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be
aware that it can happen.
Then here are some tips:
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Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a
comfortably
cool interior.
Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and
to the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your
instruments frequently.
If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest,
service or parking area and take a nap, get some
exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness
on the highway as an emergency.
Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from
driving
in flat or rolling terrain.
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Trailer Brakes
Does your trailer have its own brakes?
Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer
brakes
so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain
them properly.
Because you have anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap
into your vehicle’s brake system.
If you do, both brake
systems won’t work well, or at all.
Trailer Wiring Harness
All of the electrical circuits required for your trailer
lighting system can be accessed at the driver’s side rear
lamp connector. This connector is located under the
carpet
in the rear corner of the trunk compartment.
Driving with a Trailer
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.
Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get
to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of
handling and braking with the added weight
of the trailer.
And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are
driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as
responsive as your vehicle is by itself. Before
you start, check the trailer hitch and platform
(and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector,
lamps, tires and mirror adjustment.
If the trailer has
electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and
then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be
sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your
electrical connection at the same time.
During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the
load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer
brakes are still working.
Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as
you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.
This can help you avoid situations that require
heavy braking and sudden turns.
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Instrument Panel Cluster
.............. .... .... ........... 3-31
Overview
..................................... ......... 3-2
Instrument Panel Brightness
........... ........... 3-17
Interior Lamps
............................................. 3-17
Interior Plastic Components
.............................. 5-83
Jump Starting
................................................. 5-44
Key Lock Cylinders Service
.............................. 6-10
Keyless Entry System
....................................... 2-5
Key Reminder Warning
.................................... 2-24
Keys
............................................................... 2-3
L
Lamps Exterior
................................... ....... 3-14
Interior
....................................................... 3-1 7
Lap-§boulder Belt ................................... 1-14, 1-22
Child Restraints
........................................... 1-40
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System
........................................ 1-42
Leather
......................................................... 5-83
LATCH System Leaving
Your Vehicle
....................................... 2-14
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running
...... 2-31
Light
Air Bag Readiness
....................................... 3-34
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
................... 3-36
Battery Warning
.......................................... 3-35
Brake System Warning
................................. 3-35
Cruise Control
............................................. 3-43
Malfunction Indicator
.................................... 3-39
Oil Pressure
............................................... 3-42
Safety Belt Reminder
................................... 3-33
TCS Warning Light
...................................... 3-37
Traction Control System Active
...................... 3-38
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning
.......... 3-37
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror
............................... 2-18
Loading Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-34
Lockout Protection
.......................................... 2-14
Locks Central Door Unlocking System
..................... 2-11
Delayed Locking
.......................................... 2-11
Door
.......................................................... 2-10
Leaving Your Vehicle
.................................... 2-14
Lockout Protection
....................................... 2-14
Power Door
................................................ 2-11
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
............. 2-12
Rear Door Security Locks
............................. 2-13
Loss of Control
................... ................ 4-15
Lumbar Manual Controls
.......... ............ .. 1-3
Power Controls
............................................. 1-4
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Magnetic-Speed Variable Assist Steering ............ 4-1 0
Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts .......... 5-1 01
Maintenance Schedule
At Each Fuel Fill
....................................... 6-9
At Least Once a Month
....... ............... 6-9
At Least Once a Year
..... .............. 6-10
At Least Twice a Year
.................................. 6-10
Brake System Inspection
.............................. 6-14
Exhaust System Inspection
........................... 6-1 3
How This Section is Organized ....................... 6-3
Introduction
.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Requirements
............................. 6-2
Part
A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ......... 6-4
Part B
- Owner Checks and Services ............... 6-9
Part C
- Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...... 6-13
Part D
- Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . 6-15
Part E
- Maintenance Record ........................ 6-16
Scheduled Maintenance
................................. 6-5
Boot and Seal Inspection
.......................... 6-13
Throttle System Inspection
............................ 6-14
Engine
Cooling System Inspection
................. 6-14
Fuel System Inspection
................................ 6-13
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Using Your ................................................... 6-4 Maintenance Schedule
(cont.)
Your Vehicle and the Environment
............... 6-2
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
..................... 4-43
Making Turns
................................................. 4-41
Malfunction Indicator Light
................................ 3-39
Manual Lumbar Controls
.................................... 1-3
Manual Operation
........................................... 3-24
Manual Passenger Seat
.................................... 1-2
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle
............... 2-8
Memory Mirrors
.............................................. 2-48
Memory Seat
................................................. 2-48
Memory Seats
................................................ 3-58
Message DIC Warnings and Messages
........................ 3-50
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/
Countries (Except Puerto Rico and
US
. Virgin Islands) ....................... ..... 7-4
Mirror Operation
............................................. 2-35
Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass
.... 2-35
Memory
..................................................... 2-48
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror
.................... 2-37
Outside Heated Mirrors
................................ 2-38
Outside Power Mirrors
.............................. 2-37
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Navigation System ...................................... 3-69
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
........... 5-101
New Vehicle
Break-In
...................................... 2-23
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Odometer ...................................................... 3-32
Off-Road Recovery
.......................................... 4-1 3
Oil Engine
....................................................... 5-1 5
Pressure Light
............................................. 3-42
Oil Life
.......................................................... 3-48
Older Children, Restraints
................................ 1-28
Onstar@ System
........................................ 2-39
Onstar@ Personal Calling
................................. 2-40
Onstar@ Services
............................................ 2-39
Onstar@ Virtual Advisor
.................................... 2-40
Other Warning Devices
...................................... 3-5
Outlet Adjustment
............................................ 3-27
Outside Convex Mirror
............................................. 2-38
Curb View Assist Mirror
................................ 2-37
Heated Mirrors
............................................ 2-38
Power Mirrors
............................................. 2-37 Outside
Curb View Assist Mirror
........................ 3-58
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
... 5-28
Overriding Lock Delay
..................................... 2-12
Owners, Canadian
.............. ......................... II
Owner’s Information .................................... 7-10
Parade Dimming
............................................. 3-19
Park (P) Shifting Into
............................................ 2-30
Shifting Out
of .................................... 2-32
Parking Brake
........................................................ 2-29
Over Things That Burn
................................. 2-32
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P)
Mechanism Check
....................................... 6-12
Parking on Hills
.............................................. 4-42
Part
A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ............ 6-4
Part B
- Owner Checks and Services .................. 6-9
Part C
- Periodic Maintenance Inspections .......... 6-13
Part D
- Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....... 6-15
Part E
- Maintenance Record ........................... 6-16
Passenger Temperature Control
........................ 3-27
Passing
................................................. 4-13, 4-41
PASS-Key@
Ill ................................................ 2-21
PASS-Key@
I II Operation .......... ................. 2-21
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Perimeter Lighting ............................... 3.19. 3-57
Personalization. Climate Controls ...................... 3-29
Personalization Features .................................... 2-7
Plan Ahead When Possible ................................ 7-7
Playing a Cassette Tape .................................. 3-65
Playing a Compact Disc .......................... 3-67, 3-71
Power
Playing the Radio
........................................... 3-60
Accessory Outlets ........................................ 3-21
Door Locks ................................................. 2-1 1
Electrical System ......................................... 5-91
Lumbar Controls ........................................... 1-4
Seat ............................................................ 1-2
Steering
Fluid ............................................. 5-37
Windows .................................................... 2-1 8
Power Steering ............................................... 4-10
Programmable Automatic Door Locks ................. 2-1 2
Programming the HomeLink@ Transmitter ........ 2-42
Radios ..........................................................
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ................
Care of Your CD Player ...............................
Care of Your CDs ........................................
Navigation System .......................................
Personal Choice Radio Controls ....................
Radio with Cassette and CD .........................
Setting the Time ..........................................
Theft-Deterrent ............................................
Trunk-Mounted CD Changer ..........................
Understanding Reception ..............................
RainsenseTM II Wipers .....................................
RDS Messages ..............................................
Rear Reading Lamps ......................................
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ......................
Rear Storage Area ..........................................
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts ..................
3-59
3-74
3-76
3-75
3-69
3-73 3-60
3-59
3-73
3-70 3-74
.. 3-9
3-64
3-20
1-25
1-21
2-46
Rear Underseat Fuse Block .............................. 5-96
................................ n Rear Window Defogger 3-26 U Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts
......... 1-12 Compass .................................................... 2-35
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Trip Odometers .............................................. 3-32 Vehicle Personalization
Trunk
............................................................ 2-14 DIC ........................................................... 3-52
Trunk Lock Release
........................................ 2-15 Memory Seat and Mirrors ............................. 2-48
Trunk Release Lockout
.................................... 2-15 Vehicle Storage .............................................. 5-43
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
.......................... 3-6 Ventilation Adjustment ...................................... 3-27
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
........................... 3-6 Vinyl ............................................................. 5-83
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
.................. 4-41 Visors ........................................................... 2-18
U
Underbody Flushing Service ............................. 6-1 2
Understanding Radio Reception
........................ 3-74
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
............................ 5-67
United States
................................................... 7-4
Used Replacement Wheels
.............................. 5-69
Using HomeLink@
........................................... 2-44
Using RDS
.................................................... 3-62
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Vehicle
Cnntrc\! ........................................................ 4-5
Damage Warnings ........................................... iv
Loading
...................................................... 4-34
Symbols
......................................................... iv
Number
(VIN) ............................................. 5-90
Service Parts Ideniification Label ................... 5-90
Vehicle Identification Warning
Lights. Gages and Indicators
................ 3-30
Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages
........................ 3-50
Hazard Warning Flashers
............................... 3-4
Safety and Symbols
......................................... III
Vehicle Damage .............................................. iv
Washing Your Vehicle
................................... 5-85
Other Warning
Devices
.................................. 3-5 ...
Weatherstrip Lubrication ..... .................... 6-10
Weight of the Trailer
......................... .... 4-38
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
............................. 4-38
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
........................ 5-18
What to Do with Used Oil ................................ 5-20
What to Use .................................. 5-25, 5-37, 5-38
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance
.......................... 5-68
Replacement
............................................... 5-68
LVher; to Add Efigine Oil 1747 ..................................
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