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{CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement. Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-87 for more information. 5-83

Section	Page
2008 Buick LaCrosse BookTOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	5
Front Seats	6
Power Seats	6
Power Lumbar	7
Heated Seats	7
Reclining Seatbacks	8
Head Restraints	10
Center Seat	11
Rear Seats	12
Split Folding Rear Seat	12
Safety Belts	13
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	13
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	18
Lap-Shoulder Belt	26
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	31
Lap Belt	32
Safety Belt Extender	33
Child Restraints	33
Older Children	33
Infants and Young Children	37
Child Restraint Systems	41
Where to Put the Restraint	43
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	45
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position	51
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position	54
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	54
Airbag System	58
Where Are the Airbags?	61
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	63
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	64
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	64
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	64
Passenger Sensing System	66
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	70
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	71
Restraint System Check	72
Checking the Restraint Systems	72
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	73
Features and Controls	75
Keys	77
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	78
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	79
Remote Vehicle Start	82
Doors and Locks	85
Door Locks	85
Power Door Locks	85
Delayed Locking	86
Automatic Door Lock	86
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock	86
Rear Door Security Locks	86
Lockout Protection	87
Trunk	88
Windows	91
Power Windows	92
Sun Visors	93
Theft-Deterrent Systems	94
Content Theft-Deterrent	94
PASS-Key® III	96
PASS-Key® III Operation	96
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	98
New Vehicle Break-In	98
Ignition Positions	98
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	99
Starting the Engine	100
Engine Coolant Heater	101
Active Fuel Management™	102
Automatic Transmission Operation	103
Parking Brake	106
Shifting Into PARK (P)	107
Shifting Out of PARK (P)	109
Parking Over Things That Burn	110
Engine Exhaust	111
Running the Vehicle While Parked	111
Mirrors	112
Manual Rearview Mirror	112
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar®	112
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	113
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®	113
Outside Power Mirrors	114
Outside Power Heated Mirrors	114
Outside Convex Mirror	114
Object Detection Systems	115
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)	115
OnStar® System	117
Universal Home Remote System	121
Universal Home Remote System	121
Universal Home Remote System Operation	122
Storage Areas	126
Glove Box	126
Cupholder(s)	126
Center Console Storage	127
Convenience Net	128
Sunroof	128
Instrument Panel	129
Instrument Panel Overview	132
Hazard Warning Flashers	134
Other Warning Devices	134
Horn	134
Tilt Wheel	134
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	135
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	136
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	136
Flash-to-Pass	136
Windshield Wipers	137
Windshield Washer	137
Cruise Control	138
Exterior Lamps	141
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/Automatic Headlamp System	142
Fog Lamps	143
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver	143
Interior Lamps	144
Instrument Panel Brightness	144
Courtesy Lamps	144
Entry Lighting	144
Delayed Entry Lighting	145
Theater Dimming	145
Delayed Exit Lighting	145
Perimeter Lighting	145
Overhead Console Reading Lamps	146
Rear Assist Handle Reading Lamps	146
Electric Power Management	146
Battery Run-Down Protection	147
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	147
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter	148
Climate Controls	148
Climate Control System	148
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	152
Outlet Adjustment	156
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	157
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	158
Instrument Panel Cluster	159
Speedometer and Odometer	160
Tachometer	160
Safety Belt Reminders	160
Airbag Readiness Light	161
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	162
Charging System Light	164
Brake System Warning Light	165
Antilock Brake System Warning Light	166
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light	166
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light	167
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	168
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	168
Low Coolant Warning Light	169
Tire Pressure Light	169
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	170
Oil Pressure Light	173
Change Engine Oil Light	173
Security Light	173
Cruise Control Light	174
Reduced Engine Power Light	174
Highbeam On Light	174
Headlamps Suggested Light	175
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light	175
Door Ajar Light	175
Trunk Ajar Light	175
Service Vehicle Soon Light	176
Fuel Gage	176
Low Fuel Warning Light	176
Check Gas Cap Light	177
Driver Information Center (DIC)	177
DIC Operation and Displays	178
DIC Compass (Uplevel Only)	184
DIC Warnings and Messages	186
DIC Vehicle Personalization	204
Audio System(s)	212
Setting the Clock	213
Radio(s)	214
Using an MP3	225
XM Radio Messages	228
Theft-Deterrent Feature	229
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	230
Radio Reception	231
Backglass Antenna	232
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	233
Chime Level Adjustment	233
Driving Your Vehicle	235
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	236
Defensive Driving	236
Drunk Driving	236
Control of a Vehicle	237
Braking	237
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	238
Braking in Emergencies	239
Traction Control System (TCS)	240
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)	241
StabiliTrak® System	242
Steering	243
Off-Road Recovery	245
Passing	245
Loss of Control	246
Driving at Night	247
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	248
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	249
Highway Hypnosis	249
Hill and Mountain Roads	250
Winter Driving	251
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow	254
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	255
Loading Your Vehicle	255
Towing	261
Towing Your Vehicle	261
Recreational Vehicle Towing	261
Towing a Trailer	262
Service and Appearance Care	271
Service	273
Accessories and Modifications	273
California Proposition 65 Warning	273
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	274
Doing Your Own Service Work	274
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	275
Fuel	275
Gasoline Octane	275
Gasoline Specifications	276
California Fuel	276
Additives	277
Fuels in Foreign Countries	277
Filling the Tank	278
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	280
Checking Things Under the Hood	280
Hood Release	281
Engine Compartment Overview	282
Engine Oil	288
Engine Oil Life System	291
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	293
Automatic Transmission Fluid	295
Engine Coolant	297
Radiator Pressure Cap	299
Pressure Cap	300
Engine Overheating	300
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	302
Cooling System	303
Power Steering Fluid	313
Windshield Washer Fluid	314
Brakes	316
Battery	319
Jump Starting	320
Headlamp Aiming	326
Bulb Replacement	328
Halogen Bulbs	328
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps	329
License Plate Lamp	331
Replacement Bulbs	331
Windshield Replacement	332
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	332
Tires	333
Tire Sidewall Labeling	334
Tire Terminology and Definitions	337
Inflation - Tire Pressure	340
Tire Pressure Monitor System	341
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	343
Tire Inspection and Rotation	345
When It Is Time for New Tires	347
Buying New Tires	348
Different Size Tires and Wheels	350
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	350
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	352
Wheel Replacement	352
Tire Chains	354
If a Tire Goes Flat	356
Changing a Flat Tire	357
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	358
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	359
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (Base Model)	365
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (Super Only)	367
Compact Spare Tire	368
Appearance Care	369
Interior Cleaning	369
Fabric/Carpet	370
Leather	371
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	371
Care of Safety Belts	372
Weatherstrips	372
Washing Your Vehicle	372
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	373
Finish Care	373
Windshield and Wiper Blades	374
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim	374
Tires	375
Sheet Metal Damage	375
Finish Damage	375
Underbody Maintenance	376
Chemical Paint Spotting	376
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	376
Vehicle Identification	377
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	377
Service Parts Identification Label	378
Electrical System	378
Add-On Electrical Equipment	378
Headlamp Wiring	379
Windshield Wiper Fuses	379
Power Windows and Other Power Options	379
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	379
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	380
Underhood Fuse Block	382
Capacities and Specifications	386
Capacities and Specifications	386
Maintenance Schedule	389
Maintenance Schedule	390
Introduction	390
Maintenance Requirements	390
Your Vehicle and the Environment	390
Using the Maintenance Schedule	390
Scheduled Maintenance	392
Additional Required Services	394
Maintenance Footnotes	395
Owner Checks and Services	396
At Each Fuel Fill	396
At Least Once a Month	397
At Least Once a Year	397
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	400
Maintenance Replacement Parts	401
Engine Drive Belt Routing	402
Maintenance Record	404
Customer Assistance Information	407
Customer Assistance and Information	408
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	408
Online Owner Center	411
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	412
Customer Assistance Offices	412
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	413
Roadside Assistance Program	414
Scheduling Service Appointments	416
Courtesy Transportation	416
Collision Damage Repair	418
Reporting Safety Defects	421
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	421
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	421
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	422
Service Publications Ordering Information	422
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	423
Event Data Recorders	424
OnStar®	425
Navigation System	425
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	425

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