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Section	Page
2012 Buick Verano Owner Manual BookTOC	1
Introduction	3
Canadian Vehicle Owners	3
Using this Manual	4
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions	4
Symbols	4
In Brief	7
Instrument Panel	8
Instrument Panel Overview	8
Initial Drive Information	10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	10
Remote Vehicle Start	10
Door Locks	11
Trunk Release	12
Windows	12
Seat Adjustment	12
Heated Seats	15
Head Restraint Adjustment	15
Safety Belts	15
Passenger Sensing System	16
Mirror Adjustment	16
Steering Wheel Adjustment	17
Interior Lighting	17
Exterior Lighting	18
Windshield Wiper/Washer	19
Climate Controls	19
Transmission	21
Vehicle Features	22
Radio(s)	22
Satellite Radio	23
Portable Audio Devices	23
Bluetooth®	23
Steering Wheel Controls	24
Cruise Control	24
Navigation System	25
Driver Information Center (DIC)	25
Power Outlets	25
Sunroof	26
Performance and Maintenance	26
Traction Control System (TCS)	26
StabiliTrak® System	27
Tire Pressure Monitor	27
Engine Oil Life System	28
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)	28
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	28
Roadside Assistance Program	29
OnStar®	29
Keys, Doors, and Windows	31
Keys and Locks	32
Keys	32
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	33
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	33
Remote Vehicle Start	38
Door Locks	40
Power Door Locks	41
Automatic Door Locks	41
Safety Locks	41
Doors	42
Trunk	42
Vehicle Security	44
Anti-theft Alarm System	44
Immobilizer	44
Immobilizer Operation (Key Access)	44
Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access)	45
Exterior Mirrors	46
Convex Mirrors	46
Power Mirrors	46
Folding Mirrors	47
Heated Mirrors	47
Interior Mirrors	47
Manual Rearview Mirror	47
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	47
Windows	48
Power Windows	48
Sun Visors	50
Roof	50
Sunroof	50
Seats and Restraints	53
Head Restraints	54
Front Seats	55
Seat Adjustment	55
Power Seat Adjustment	56
Reclining Seatbacks	57
Heated Front Seats	59
Rear Seats	60
Safety Belts	62
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	63
Lap-Shoulder Belt	64
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	68
Safety Belt Extender	69
Safety System Check	69
Safety Belt Care	69
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash	69
Airbag System	70
Where Are the Airbags?	72
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	74
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	75
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	75
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?	76
Passenger Sensing System	77
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	81
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	81
Airbag System Check	82
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash	83
Child Restraints	83
Older Children	83
Infants and Young Children	85
Child Restraint Systems	88
Where to Put the Restraint	89
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	91
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash	98
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)	98
Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)	101
Storage	105
Storage Compartments	105
Instrument Panel Storage	105
Glove Box	105
Cupholders	106
Center Console Storage	106
Instruments and Controls	109
Controls	110
Steering Wheel Adjustment	110
Steering Wheel Controls	110
Heated Steering Wheel	111
Horn	111
Windshield Wiper/Washer	111
Compass	112
Clock	112
Power Outlets	113
Cigarette Lighter	114
Ashtrays	114
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	115
Instrument Cluster	116
Speedometer	117
Odometer	117
Trip Odometer	117
Tachometer	117
Fuel Gauge	117
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	118
Safety Belt Reminders	118
Airbag Readiness Light	119
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	120
Charging System Light	120
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	121
Brake System Warning Light	123
Electric Parking Brake Light	124
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	124
Traction Off Light	125
StabiliTrak® OFF Light	125
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light	125
Tire Pressure Light	126
Engine Oil Pressure Light	126
Low Fuel Warning Light	127
Security Light	127
High-Beam On Light	128
Front Fog Lamp Light	128
Lamps On Reminder	128
Cruise Control Light	128
Door Ajar Light	128
Information Displays	129
Driver Information Center (DIC)	129
Vehicle Messages	132
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages	133
Brake System Messages	133
Compass Messages	133
Door Ajar Messages	134
Engine Cooling System Messages	134
Engine Oil Messages	135
Engine Power Messages	135
Fuel System Messages	135
Key and Lock Messages	135
Ride Control System Messages	136
Anti-theft Alarm System Messages	136
Tire Messages	136
Transmission Messages	137
Washer Fluid Messages	137
Window Messages	138
Vehicle Personalization	138
Lighting	143
Exterior Lighting	143
Exterior Lamp Controls	143
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	144
Flash-to-Pass	144
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	144
Automatic Headlamp System	145
Hazard Warning Flashers	146
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	146
Front Fog Lamps	146
Interior Lighting	147
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	147
Courtesy Lamps	147
Dome Lamps	147
Reading Lamps	148
Lighting Features	148
Entry Lighting	148
Exit Lighting	148
Battery Power Protection	148
Infotainment System	149
Introduction	149
Infotainment	149
Theft-Deterrent Feature	150
Overview (Radio with CD)	150
Overview (Radio with CD and Touchscreen)	152
Operation	157
Radio	160
AM-FM Radio	160
Satellite Radio	165
Radio Reception	168
Backglass Antenna	169
Satellite Radio Antenna	169
Multi-Band Antenna	169
Audio Players	170
CD Player	170
MP3	173
Auxiliary Devices	174
Phone	178
Bluetooth (Overview)	178
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)	179
Bluetooth (Voice Recognition)	183
Trademarks and License Agreements	189
Climate Controls	195
Climate Control Systems	195
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	197
Air Vents	200
Driving and Operating	201
Driving Information	202
Distracted Driving	202
Defensive Driving	203
Drunk Driving	203
Control of a Vehicle	203
Braking	203
Steering	204
Off-Road Recovery	205
Loss of Control	205
Driving on Wet Roads	206
Highway Hypnosis	207
Hill and Mountain Roads	207
Winter Driving	208
If the Vehicle Is Stuck	210
Vehicle Load Limits	210
Starting and Operating	215
New Vehicle Break-In	215
Ignition Positions (Key Access)	216
Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)	218
Starting the Engine	220
Engine Heater	223
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	224
Shifting Into Park	224
Shifting out of Park	225
Parking over Things That Burn	226
Engine Exhaust	226
Running the Vehicle While Parked	227
Automatic Transmission	228
Manual Mode	230
Brakes	231
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	231
Parking Brake	232
Brake Assist	234
Hill Start Assist (HSA)	234
Ride Control Systems	234
Traction Control System (TCS)	234
StabiliTrak® System	236
Cruise Control	238
Fuel	240
Recommended Fuel	241
Gasoline Specifications	241
California Fuel Requirements	241
Fuels in Foreign Countries	242
Fuel Additives	242
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)	243
Filling the Tank	244
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	245
Towing	246
General Towing Information	246
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips	246
Trailer Towing	250
Towing Equipment	251
Conversions and Add-Ons	252
Add-On Electrical Equipment	252
Vehicle Care	253
General Information	254
California Proposition 65 Warning	255
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	255
Accessories and Modifications	255
Vehicle Checks	256
Doing Your Own Service Work	256
Hood	256
Engine Compartment Overview	258
Engine Oil	259
Engine Oil Life System	262
Automatic Transmission Fluid	263
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	263
Cooling System	264
Engine Coolant	265
Engine Overheating	268
Washer Fluid	268
Brakes	269
Brake Fluid	270
Battery	272
Starter Switch Check	272
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check	273
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	273
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	274
Wiper Blade Replacement	274
Headlamp Aiming	275
Bulb Replacement	275
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps	275
Fog Lamps	276
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps	277
License Plate Lamp	278
Replacement Bulbs	279
Electrical System	280
Electrical System Overload	280
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	280
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	281
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	284
Rear Compartment Fuse Block	286
Wheels and Tires	288
Tires	288
Winter Tires	289
Low-Profile Tires	289
Tire Sidewall Labeling	290
Tire Designations	292
Tire Terminology and Definitions	292
Tire Pressure	296
Tire Pressure Monitor System	297
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	298
Tire Inspection	302
Tire Rotation	302
When It Is Time for New Tires	304
Buying New Tires	305
Different Size Tires and Wheels	306
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	307
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	308
Wheel Replacement	309
Tire Chains	310
If a Tire Goes Flat	310
Tire Changing	312
Compact Spare Tire	319
Jump Starting	320
Towing	323
Towing the Vehicle	323
Recreational Vehicle Towing	323
Appearance Care	325
Exterior Care	325
Interior Care	328
Cleaning the Center Stack	330
Floor Mats	331
Service and Maintenance	333
General Information	333
Maintenance Schedule	335
Special Application Services	340
Additional Maintenance and Care	340
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts	344
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	344
Maintenance Replacement Parts	345
Maintenance Records	346
Technical Data	349
Vehicle Identification	349
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	349
Service Parts Identification Label	349
Vehicle Data	350
Capacities and Specifications	350
Engine Drive Belt Routing	351
Customer Information	353
Customer Information	353
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	353
Customer Assistance Offices	356
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	356
Online Owner Center	357
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	358
Roadside Assistance Program	358
Scheduling Service Appointments	360
Courtesy Transportation Program	360
Collision Damage Repair	362
Service Publications Ordering Information	365
Reporting Safety Defects	366
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	366
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	366
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	367
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	367
Event Data Recorders	367
OnStar®	368
Navigation System	368
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	369
Radio Frequency Statement	369
OnStar	371
OnStar Overview	371
OnStar Services	372
Emergency	372
Security	372
Navigation	372
Connections	374
Diagnostics	375
OnStar Additional Information	375
Index	379
Index_A	379
Index_B	380
Index_C	380
Index_D	381
Index_E	382
Index_F	382
Index_G	383
Index_H	384
Index_I	384
Index_J	384
Index_K	384
Index_L	384
Index_M	385
Index_N	386
Index_O	386
Index_P	386
Index_R	387
Index_S	387
Index_T	389
Index_U	389
Index_V	390

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