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Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, you should replace it. Check occasionally to be sure the mast is still tightened to the cowl. If tightening is required, tighten by hand, then with a wrench one quarter turn. DAB Radio Antenna System Your DAB antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception. If your vehicle is purchased in Canada and driven into the United States the DAB radio antenna system will not function. DAB radio reception is availablein Canada only. The performance of your DAB system may be affected if your sunroof is open. Loading items onto the roof of your vehicle can interfere with the performance of your DAB system. Make sure that the DAB antenna is not obstructed. XMTMSatellite Radio Antenna System Your XMTMSatellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception. The performance of your XMTM system may be affected if your sunroof is open. Loading items onto the roof of your vehicle can interfere with the performance of your XMTMsystem. Make sure that the XMTMsatellite antenna is not obstructed. Chime Level Adjustment The radio is the vehicle chime producer. To change the volume level, press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power The chime volume off. level will change fromthe normal level to loud, and LOUD will be displayed on the radio. To change back to the default or normal setting, press and hold pushbutton 6 again. The chime level will change from the loud level to normal, and NORMALwill be displayed. Each time the chime volumeis changed, three chimes will sound as an example of the new volume selected. Removing the radio and not replacing it with a factory radio or chime module will disable vehicle chimes. 3-1 28

Section	Page
Table of Contents	2
Seats and Restraint Systems	8
Front Seats	10
Manual Seats	10
Power Seats	11
Power Lumbar	11
Heated Seats	12
Reclining Seatbacks	12
Head Restraints	14
Rear Seats	15
Rear Seat Operation	15
	60
Top Strap	60
Top Strap Anchor Location	61
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	63
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System	66
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position	66
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position	68
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position	70
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	71
Air Bag Systems	75
Where Are the Air Bags?	77
When Should an Air Bag Inflate?	79
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?	81
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?	81
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates?	81
Passenger Sensing System	83
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	86
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	86
Restraint System Check	87
Checking Your Restraint Systems	87
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	88
Features and Controls	90
Keys	92
Remote Keyless Entry System	93
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation	94
Doors and Locks	97
Door Locks	97
Power Door Locks	98
Delayed Locking	99
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	99
Rear Door Security Locks	101
Lockout Protection	101
Liftgate	102
Windows	104
Manual Windows	105
Power Windows	105
Sun Visors	106
Theft-Deterrent Systems	107
Content Theft-Deterrent	107
Passlock	109
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	110
New Vehicle Break-In	110
Ignition Positions	110
Starting Your Engine	111
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal	112
Engine Coolant Heater	113
Automatic Transmission Operation	114
Four-Wheel Drive	117
All-Wheel Drive with Stabilitrak	121
Parking Brake	124
Shifting Into Park (P)	125
Shifting Out of Park (P)	127
Parking Over Things That Burn	128
Engine Exhaust	129
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked	129
Mirrors	131
Manual Rearview Mirror	131
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar, Compass and Temperature Display	131
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display	134
Outside Manual Mirrors	137
Outside Camper-Type Mirrors	137
Outside Power Mirrors	137
Outside Power Camper-Type Mirror	138
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors	138
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror	138
Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors	139
Outside Convex Mirror	139
Outside Heated Mirrors	139
OnStar System	140
HomeLink Transmitter	142
Programming the HomeLink Transmitter	143
Storage Areas	146
Glove Box	146
Cupholder(s)	146
Front Storage Area	146
Center Console Storage Area	146
Luggage Carrier	146
Rear Storage Area	148
Convenience Net	148
Cargo Cover	148
Sunroof	149
Vehicle Personalization	150
Memory Seat	150
Instrument Panel	152
Instrument Panel Overview	155
Hazard Warning Flashers	156
Other Warning Devices	157
Horn	157
Tilt Wheel	157
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	158
Exterior Lamps	164
Interior Lamps	168
Accessory Power Outlets	169
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter	170
Climate Controls	171
Climate Control System	171
Dual Climate Control System	172
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	175
Rear Air Conditioning System	181
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System	182
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls	184
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators	186
Instrument Panel Cluster	187
Speedometer and Odometer	188
Tachometer	188
Safety Belt Reminder Light	188
Air Bag Readiness Light	189
Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator	189
Battery Warning Light	191
Voltmeter Gage	191
Brake System Warning Light	192
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	193
Traction Off Light	194
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	195
Transmission Temperature Gage	195
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	197
Oil Pressure Gage	200
Cruise Control Light	200
Four-Wheel-Drive Light	201
Tow/Haul Mode Light	201
Fuel Gage	202
Low Fuel Warning Light	202
Driver Information Center (DIC)	203
DIC Operation and Displays	203
DIC Warnings and Messages	213
Audio System(s)	221
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS)	221
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS)	222
AM-FM Radio	222
Radio with CD	225
Radio with Cassette and CD	236
Radio with Six-Disc CD	250
Rear Seat Entertainment System	264
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)	273
Theft-Deterrent Feature	275
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	275
DVD Distortion	276
Understanding Radio Reception	276
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	277
Care of Your CDs and DVDs	278
Care of Your CD and DVD Player	278
Cleaning the Video Screen	278
Fixed Mast Antenna	279
XM Satellite Radio Antenna System	279
DAB Radio Antenna System	279
Chime Level Adjustment	279
Driving Your Vehicle	280
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	281
Defensive Driving	281
Drunken Driving	282
Control of a Vehicle	285
Braking	285
Traction Assist System (TAS)	288
Locking Rear Axle	290
Stabilitrak System	290
Steering	293
QUADRASTEER	295
Off-Road Recovery	298
Passing	298
Loss of Control	300
Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle	301
Driving at Night	315
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	317
City Driving	320
Freeway Driving	321
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	322
Highway Hypnosis	323
Hill and Mountain Roads	323
Winter Driving	325
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	329
Towing	332
Towing Your Vehicle	332
Recreational Vehicle Towing	332
Loading Your Vehicle	335
Level Control	336
Autoride	337
Trailer Recommendations	338
Towing a Trailer	338
Service and Appearance Care	354
Service	356
Doing Your Own Service Work	357
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	357
Fuel	358
Gasoline Octane	358
Gasoline Specifications	359
California Fuel	359
Additives	359
Fuel E-85 (85% Ethanol)	360
Fuels in Foreign Countries	361
Filling Your Tank	362
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	364
Checking Things Under the Hood	365
Hood Release	365
Engine Compartment Overview	367
Engine Oil	370
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	375
Automatic Transmission Fluid	378
Engine Coolant	380
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap	383
Engine Overheating	383
Cooling System	386
Engine Fan Noise	391
Power Steering Fluid	391
Windshield Washer Fluid	392
Brakes	393
Battery	397
Jump Starting	398
All-Wheel Drive	403
Rear Axle	404
Four-Wheel Drive	405
Front Axle	406
Bulb Replacement	407
Halogen Bulbs	407
Headlamps	407
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps	408
Side Identification Marker Lamps	409
Roof Marker Lamps	409
Taillamps	411
Replacement Bulbs	412
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	413
Tires	414
Inflation -- Tire Pressure	415
Tire Inspection and Rotation	415
When It Is Time for New Tires	417
Buying New Tires	417
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	418
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	419
Wheel Replacement	420
Tire Chains	421
If a Tire Goes Flat	422
Changing a Flat Tire	423
Spare Tire	440
Appearance Care	441
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	441
Care of Safety Belts	444
Weatherstrips	444
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle	444
Sheet Metal Damage	446
Finish Damage	446
Underbody Maintenance	446
Chemical Paint Spotting	447
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	447
Vehicle Identification	449
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	449
Service Parts Identification Label	449
Electrical System	450
Add-On Electrical Equipment	450
Windshield Wiper Fuses	450
Power Windows and Other Power Options	450
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	450
Capacities and Specifications	459
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	462
Maintenance Schedule	464
Maintenance Schedule	465
Introduction	465
Your Vehicle and the Environment	465
Maintenance Requirements	465
How This Section is Organized	466
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services	467
Using Your Maintenance Schedule	467
Scheduled Maintenance	468
Part B: Owner Checks and Services	473
At Each Fuel Fill	473
At Least Once a Month	473
At Least Twice a Year	473
At Least Once a Year	474
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections	477
Steering and Suspension Inspection	477
Exhaust System Inspection	477
Fuel System Inspection	477
Engine Cooling System Inspection	477
Transfer Case and Front Axle (Four-Wheel Drive) Inspection	478
Brake System Inspection	478
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	479
Part E: Maintenance Record	481
Customer Assistance Information	484
Customer Assistance Information	485
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	485
Online Owner Center	487
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	487
Customer Assistance Offices	487
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities	488
Roadside Assistance Program	489
Courtesy Transportation	491
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	493
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	494
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	494
Service Publications Ordering Information	494
Supplement	496

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Fixed Mast

Antenna

The fixed mast

antenna can withstand most car washes

without being damaged.

If the mast should ever

become slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand.

the mast is badly bent, as

it might be by vandals,

you should replace it.

Check occasionally to be sure the mast is still tightened

the cowl. If tightening is required, tighten by hand,

then with a

wrench

one quarter turn.

XMTM

Satellite

Radio

Antenna

System

Your XMTM Satellite Radio

antenna is located on

the

roof of your vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of

snow and ice build up

for clear radio reception.

The

performance of your

XMTM

system

may be affected

your sunroof is open.

Loading items onto the roof of your vehicle can interfere

with the performance of your

XMTMsystem. Make

sure that the XMTM satellite antenna is not obstructed.

DAB

Radio

Antenna

System

Your

DAB

antenna is located on

the

roof of

your

vehicle. Keep

this

antenna

clear of

snow and ice build

for clear radio reception.

If your vehicle is purchased in Canada

and driven into

the United States the

DAB

radio

antenna

system

will

not

function. DAB

radio reception is

availablein Canada

only.

The

performance of your

DAB

system

may

affected

your sunroof

open.

Loading items onto

the

roof of

your vehicle

can

interfere

with the performance of

your

DAB

system.

Make sure

that

the

DAB

antenna is not

obstructed.

Chime

Level

Adjustment

The radio is the vehicle

chime

producer.

change

the

volume level, press and hold pushbutton

with

the

ignition on

and

the

radio

power

off.

The

chime

volume

level will change

from

the normal level

loud,

and

LOUD

will be displayed on the radio.

change

back

the

default or normal setting, press and hold pushbutton

again.

The

chime

level will change

from

the

loud level

normal, and

NORMAL will be

displayed.

Each

time

the

chime

volumeis changed, three chimes will sound as an

example of the new

volume

selected.

Removing

the

radio

and not replacing it with a factory radio or

chime

module

will disable vehicle

chimes.

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