2013 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - Page 26

1-20 In Brief In emergency situations, first responders can cut the two clearly labeled cut points in the engine compartment to disable the high voltage battery and air bag systems - do not cut the high voltage cable. This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade. See Hill Start Assist (HSA) on page 9‑34. Vehicles with eAssist have a slightly different instrument cluster, which includes an efficiency gauge, and an AUTO STOP indicator on the tachometer. See Instrument Cluster on page 5‑9. There is also a Power Flow Gauge in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑25. The eAssist system uses a high voltage battery, which is cooled with air drawn from the vehicle interior. Driver Efficiency Gauge The cold air intake for the battery is located behind the rear seat, on the filler panel. Do not cover the intake. See Battery on page 10‑27. High Voltage Safety Information Vehicles with eAssist have a standard 12-volt battery and a high voltage battery. Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high voltage battery. See your dealer if the high voltage battery needs service. This gauge assists the driver in operating the vehicle more efficiently and will vary based on driver input. See Driver Efficiency Gauge on page 5‑12 for more information.