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In Brief........................................................... 1-1
Instrument Panel
........................................ 1-2
Initial Drive Information
............................... 1-3
Vehicle Features
......................................1-15
Performance and Maintenance
...................1-20
Seats and Restraint System............................. 2-1
Head Restraints
......................................... 2-2
Front Seats
............................................... 2-4
Rear Seats
..............................................2-10
Safety Belts
.............................................2-12
Child Restraints
.......................................2-32
Airbag System
.........................................2-58
Restraint System Check
............................2-75
Features and Controls..................................... 3-1
Keys
........................................................ 3-2
Doors and Locks
....................................... 3-8
Windows
.................................................3-13
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................3-15
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
...........3-19
Mirrors
....................................................3-32Universal Home Remote System
................3-34
Storage Areas
.........................................3-41
Sunroof
..................................................3-42
Instrument Panel............................................. 4-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 4-3
Climate Controls
......................................4-16
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........4-24
Driver Information Center (DIC)
..................4-39
Audio System(s)
.......................................4-50
Driving Your Vehicle....................................... 5-1
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle
....... 5-2
Towing
...................................................5-24
Service and Appearance Care.......................... 6-1
Service
..................................................... 6-3
Fuel
......................................................... 6-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
...............6-12
Headlamp Aiming
.....................................6-40
Bulb Replacement
....................................6-41
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.........6-44
Tires
......................................................6-44
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Instrument Panel..............................................1-2
Initial Drive Information....................................1-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System................1-4
Remote Vehicle Start......................................1-4
Door Locks....................................................1-5
Trunk Release...............................................1-5
Windows.......................................................1-5
Seat Adjustment.............................................1-6
Second Row Seats.........................................1-8
Safety Belt....................................................1-9
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag...............1-9
Mirror Adjustment.........................................1-10
Steering Wheel Adjustment............................1-11
Interior Lighting............................................1-11
Exterior Lighting...........................................1-12
Windshield Wiper/Washer...............................1-12
Climate Controls...........................................1-13
Transmission................................................1-14Vehicle Features.............................................1-15
Radio(s)......................................................1-15
Satellite Radio..............................................1-17
Portable Audio Devices (Auxiliary Input or
USB Port)................................................1-17
Steering Wheel Controls................................1-17
Bluetooth
®...................................................1-18
Driver Information Center (DIC).......................1-18
Cruise Control..............................................1-19
Power Outlets..............................................1-20
Performance and Maintenance.........................1-20
Traction Control System (TCS).......................1-20
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)....................1-21
Tire Pressure Monitor....................................1-21
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit....................1-22
Engine Oil Life System..................................1-22
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)................................1-22
Driving for Better Fuel Economy.....................1-23
Roadside Assistance Program........................1-23
OnStar
®......................................................1-24
Section 1 In Brief
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Mirror Adjustment
Exterior Mirrors
Controls for the outside
power mirrors are located
on the inside of the
vehicle near the driver
side mirror.
Use the selector switch to choose either the left or right
outside mirror. Then press the four-way control pad
to move the selected mirror in the desired direction.
The vehicle may also have an automatic dimming
feature on the driver side mirror that adjusts for the glare
of headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled
by the on and off settings on the automatic dimming
inside rearview mirror.For more information, see:
•Outside Power Mirrors on page 3-34.
•Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror on page 3-34.
Interior Mirror
Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted
by holding the mirror in the center to move it for a
clearer view of behind the vehicle. Adjust the mirror
to reduce the glare of headlamps from behind you.
Push the tab located at the base of the mirror, forward
for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use.
Vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror will
automatically adjust to reduce the glare of lights from
behind the vehicle. The dimming feature comes on and
the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is
started.
For more information, seeAutomatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror on page 3-32.
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Keys...............................................................3-2
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System................3-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation...................................................3-3
Remote Vehicle Start......................................3-5
Doors and Locks.............................................3-8
Door Locks....................................................3-8
Power Door Locks..........................................3-8
Door Ajar Reminder........................................3-8
Delayed Locking.............................................3-9
Programmable Automatic Door Locks................3-9
Rear Door Security Locks..............................3-10
Lockout Protection........................................3-10
Trunk..........................................................3-11
Windows........................................................3-13
Power Windows............................................3-14
Sun Visors...................................................3-15
Theft-Deterrent Systems..................................3-15
Content Theft-Deterrent.................................3-16
PASS-Key
®III+ Electronic Immobilizer.............3-17
PASS-Key®III+ Electronic Immobilizer
Operation.................................................3-17
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle................3-19
New Vehicle Break-In....................................3-19
Ignition Positions..........................................3-19
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)...................3-20Starting the Engine.......................................3-20
Engine Coolant Heater..................................3-22
Automatic Transmission Operation
(Six Speed Transmission)...........................3-23
Parking Brake..............................................3-26
Shifting Into Park..........................................3-27
Shifting Out of Park......................................3-28
Parking Over Things That Burn.......................3-29
Engine Exhaust............................................3-30
Running the Vehicle While Parked..................3-31
Mirrors...........................................................3-32
Manual Rearview Mirror.................................3-32
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror................3-32
Compass.....................................................3-33
Outside Power Mirrors...................................3-34
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror..................3-34
Outside Heated Mirrors..................................3-34
Universal Home Remote System......................3-34
Universal Home Remote System Operation
(With Three Round LED)............................3-35
Storage Areas................................................3-41
Glove Box...................................................3-41
Cupholders..................................................3-41
Center Console Storage.................................3-41
Convenience Net..........................................3-42
Sunroof.........................................................3-42
Section 3 Features and Controls
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Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature
If any object is in the path of the window when
the express-up is active, the window stops at the
obstruction and auto-reverse to a preset factory position.
Weather conditions such as severe icing may also
cause the window to auto-reverse. The window returns
to normal operation once the obstruction or condition
is removed.
Express Window Anti-Pinch Override
{WARNING:
If express override is activated, the window will not
reverse automatically. You or others could be
injured and the window could be damaged. Before
you use express override, make sure that all people
and obstructions are clear of the window path.
In an emergency, the anti-pinch feature can be
overridden in a supervised mode. Hold the window
switch all the way up to the second position. The window
rises for as long as the switch is held. Once the
switch is released, the express mode is re-activated.
In this mode, the window can still close on an object in
its path. Use care when using the override mode.
Window Lockout
The driver power window controls also include a
lockout button.
o(Window Lockout):Press the lockout button to
stop the rear passengers from using their window
switches. The driver and front passenger can still
operate all the windows with the lock on. When the red
part of the switch is visible, you have returned to
normal window operation.
Sun Visors
To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You
can also remove them from the center mount and
swing them to the side, to block out glare from the side.
Your vehicle may have lighted visor vanity mirrors
located on the passenger and driver’s side visor. When
you lift the cover, the light will turn on.
Theft-Deterrent Systems
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however,
they do not make it impossible to steal.
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Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror
Hold the inside rearview mirror in the center to move it
for a clearer view of behind your vehicle. Adjust the
mirror to reduce the glare of headlamps from behind
you. Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for
nighttime use.
There are also three additional OnStar
®control buttons
located at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer/
retailer for more information on the system and how to
subscribe to OnStar
®. See the OnStar®owner’s
guide for more information about the services OnStar®
provides.
Cleaning the Mirror
Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a
soft towel dampened with water.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside
rearview mirror with a compass display and OnStar®.
Vehicles with OnStar
®have three additional control
buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See your
retailer/dealer for more information on the system
and how to subscribe to OnStar. See the OnStar
®
owner’s guide for more information about the services
OnStar provides.
O(On/Off):Press to turn the dimming feature on or
off. This button is located on the lower left side of
the mirror.
Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation
Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from
behind the vehicle. The dimming feature comes on and
the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is
started.
Cleaning the Mirror
Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a
soft towel dampened with water.
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Compass
Compass Operation
There is a compass display in the upper right corner of
the mirror.
Press
Oto turn the compass display on or off.
When the ignition and the compass feature are on, the
compass displays the current compass direction,
after a few seconds.
Compass Calibration
The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in
circles at 5 mph (8 km) or less until the display reads
a direction.
If after a few seconds the display does not show a
compass direction, (N for North for example), there may
be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass.
Interference can be caused by a magnetic antenna
mount, note pad holder, or similar object. If the letter C
appears in the compass window, the compass may
need to be reset or calibrated.
Compass Variance
The mirror is set to zone eight. If you do not live in zone
eight or drive out of the area, the compass variance
needs to be changed to the appropriate zone.To adjust for compass variance:
1. Find your current location and variance zone
number on the following zone map.
2. Press and hold
Ountil the zone number displays.
The number shown is the current zone number.
3. Scroll through the zone numbers that appear in the
window on the mirror by pressing the
Obutton.
Once you find your zone number, release the
button. After about four seconds, the mirror returns
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to the compass display, and the new zone number
is set. If C appears in the compass window, the
compass may need calibration. See “Compass
Calibration” listed previously.
Outside Power Mirrors
Controls for the outside
power mirrors are located
on the inside of the
vehicle near the driver side
mirror.
Use the selector switch located above the four-way
control panel to choose either the left or right outside
mirror. Then press the control pad to move the selected
mirror in the desired direction.
To maximize the viewing area, adjust each mirror to see
the side of your vehicle and the area beside and
behind your vehicle.
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror
If the vehicle has this feature, the driver side mirror
adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind you.
Outside Heated Mirrors
For vehicles with heated mirrors:
<(Rear Window Defogger):Press to heat the
mirrors. See “Rear Window Defogger” underClimate
Control System on page 4-16.
Universal Home Remote
System
SeeRadio Frequency Statement on page 8-17for
information regarding Part 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and
RSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada.
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Using these settings together for long periods of time can
cause the air inside of the vehicle to become too dry. To
prevent this from happening, after the air in the vehicle
has cooled, turn the recirculation mode off.
:(Outside Air):Press to turn the outside air mode
on. An indicator light comes on to show that it is on.
Air from outside the vehicle will circulate throughout the
vehicle. The outside air mode can be used with all
modes, but it cannot be used with the recirculation
mode. Press
:to cancel the recirculation mode.
?(Recirculation):Press to turn the recirculation
mode on. An indicator light comes on to show that it is
on. This mode recirculates and helps to quickly cool
the air inside the vehicle. It can be used to prevent
outside air and odors from entering the vehicle. The
recirculation indicator light blinks three times if you try to
use recirculation in a mode in which it cannot function.
Pressing this button cancels the outside air mode. When
switching to the defog or defrost modes the system
automatically moves from recirculation to outside
air. When the vehicle or fan is turned off and back on,
the system defaults to outside air automatically.
Only use recirculation mode when it is needed for
comfort, since window fogging can occur.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog or frost from the rear window.
rear window defogger is on. Be sure to clear as much
snow from the rear window as possible.
If driving below 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window
defogger turns off about 15 minutes after the button is
pressed. If turned on again, the defogger only runs
for about seven minutes before turning off. The defogger
can also be turned off by turning off the engine.
If the vehicle’s speed is maintained above 50 mph
(80 km/h), the rear window defogger remains on once
the button is pressed.
If the vehicle has heated outside mirrors, the surface of
the outside mirrors heat when the rear window
defogger is activated. SeeOutside Power Mirrors on
page 3-34.
Notice:Do not use anything sharp on the inside of
the rear window. If you do, you could cut or
damage the warming grid, and the repairs would not
be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not attach
a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or
anything similar to the defogger grid.
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h(Recirculation):Press to turn the recirculation
mode on. An indicator light above the button comes on
to show it is on. This mode recirculates and helps to
quickly cool the air inside the vehicle. It can be used to
help prevent outside air and odors from entering the
vehicle. The recirculation indicator light blinks three
times if you try to use recirculation in a mode in which it
cannot function.
Pressing this button cancels the auto recirculation
feature. Each time the vehicle is started, the system
reverts to the auto recirculation function.
The recirculation mode cannot be used with the floor,
defrost, or defog modes. If recirculation is selected
in these modes, the indicator flashes three times and
turns off to indicate that this is not allowed. This is
to prevent window fogging.
When the weather is cool or damp, operating the
system in recirculation for extended periods of time can
cause fogging of the vehicle’s windows. To clear the
fog, select either defog or defrost. Make sure the
air conditioning is on. Allow the air conditioning to run
automatically to help dehumidify the air.Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog from the rear window.
<(Rear):Press to turn the rear window defogger on
or off. An indicator light comes on to show that the
rear window defogger is on.
If driving below 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window
defogger turns off about 15 minutes after the button is
pressed. If additional warming time is needed, press the
button again.
If the vehicle’s speed is maintained above 50 mph
(80 km/h), the rear window defogger remains on once
the button is pressed.
For vehicles with heated outside mirrors, the surface of
the outside mirrors will also heat when the rear
window defogger is activated. SeeOutside Power
Mirrors on page 3-34.
Notice:Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to
clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere
anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass.
These actions may damage the rear defogger.
Repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
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