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The head restraint will automatically fold out of the way when the seatback is folded down. To raise the seatback, lift up the seatback and push until it locks into the upright position. Push and pull on each seatback to make sure they are latched securely. Then fold the bottom seat cushion back into place. To return the head restraint to the upright position, reach behind the seat and pull the restraint up until it locks into place. Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is latched securely. 1-7

Section	Page
2006 9-7X BOOK TOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Front Seats	8
Power Seats	8
Power Lumbar	8
Heated Seats	9
Power Reclining Seatbacks	10
Head Restraints	11
Rear Seats	12
Rear Seat Operation	12
Safety Belts	14
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	14
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts	18
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	19
Driver Position	20
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	26
Right Front Passenger Position	27
Rear Seat Passengers	27
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides	30
Safety Belt Pretensioners	32
Safety Belt Extender	32
Child Restraints	33
Older Children	33
Infants and Young Children	35
Child Restraint Systems	39
Where to Put the Restraint	44
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	45
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position	50
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position	53
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	53
Airbag System	57
Where Are the Airbags?	60
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	63
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	65
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	65
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	66
Passenger Sensing System	67
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	71
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	72
Restraint System Check	73
Checking the Restraint Systems	73
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	74
Features and Controls	75
Keys	77
Remote Keyless Entry System	79
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation	80
Doors and Locks	82
Door Locks	82
Power Door Locks	83
Delayed Locking	83
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	84
Rear Door Security Locks	86
Lockout Protection	86
Liftgate/Liftglass	87
Windows	88
Power Windows	89
Sun Visors	89
Theft-Deterrent Systems	90
Content Theft-Deterrent	90
PASS-Key® III	92
PASS-Key® III Operation	92
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	94
New Vehicle Break-In	94
Ignition Positions	94
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	95
Starting the Engine	95
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal	96
Engine Coolant Heater	97
Automatic Transmission Operation	98
Parking Brake	101
Shifting Into Park (P)	102
Shifting Out of Park (P)	103
Parking Over Things That Burn	103
Engine Exhaust	104
Running the Engine While Parked	104
Mirrors	105
Manual Rearview Mirror with Compass	105
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® and Compass	107
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®, Compass and Temperature Display	108
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass	111
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display	112
Outside Power Mirror	116
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror	116
Outside Convex Mirror	117
Outside Heated Mirrors	117
OnStar® System	117
Universal Home Remote System	120
Universal Home Remote System Operation	121
Storage Areas	124
Glove Box	124
Cupholder(s)	124
Overhead Console	125
Center Console Storage Area	125
Luggage Carrier	126
Rear Floor Storage Lid	127
Cargo Cover	127
Cargo Tie Downs	128
Moonroof	129
Vehicle Personalization	129
Memory Seat	129
Instrument Panel	131
Instrument Panel Overview	134
Hazard Warning Flashers	136
Other Warning Devices	136
Horn	136
Tilt Wheel	136
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	137
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	137
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	138
Flash-to-Pass	138
Windshield Wipers	139
Windshield Washer	140
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	140
Headlamp Washer	141
Cruise Control	141
Headlamps	144
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	145
Automatic Headlamp System	145
Fog Lamps	146
Instrument Panel Brightness	147
Dome Lamps	147
Dome Lamp Override	147
Entry Lighting	148
Exit Lighting	148
Reading Lamps	148
Battery Run-Down Protection	148
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	148
Climate Controls	149
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	149
Outlet Adjustment	154
Rear Climate Control System	154
Climate Controls Personalization	155
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	155
Instrument Panel Cluster	156
Speedometer and Odometer	157
Trip Odometer	157
Tachometer	157
Safety Belt Reminder Light	158
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light	158
Airbag Readiness Light	159
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	160
Charging System Light	162
Voltmeter Gage	162
Brake System Warning Light	163
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	164
StabiliTrak® Service Light	165
StabiliTrak® Indicator Light	165
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	166
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	166
Oil Pressure Gage	169
Security Light	170
Cruise Control Light	170
Reduced Engine Power Light	170
Highbeam On Light	171
Service All-Wheel Drive Light	171
Check Gages Warning Light	171
Gate Ajar Light	172
Fuel Gage	172
Low Fuel Warning Light	173
Check Gas Cap Light	173
Driver Information Center (DIC)	173
DIC Operation and Displays	174
DIC Warnings and Messages	177
DIC Vehicle Customization	182
Audio System(s)	188
Setting the Time	189
Radio with CD	190
Radio with Six-Disc CD	203
Navigation/Radio System	214
Rear Seat Entertainment System	214
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)	226
Theft-Deterrent Feature	227
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	228
Radio Reception	229
Care of Your CDs and DVDs	229
Care of the CD and DVD Player	230
Fixed Mast Antenna	230
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	230
Driving Your Vehicle	231
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	232
Defensive Driving	232
Drunken Driving	233
Control of a Vehicle	235
Braking	236
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	237
Braking in Emergencies	238
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	238
StabiliTrak® System	239
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System	243
Steering	244
Off-Road Recovery	246
Passing	246
Loss of Control	248
Off-Road Driving	249
Driving at Night	249
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	250
City Driving	253
Freeway Driving	254
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	255
Highway Hypnosis	255
Hill and Mountain Roads	256
Winter Driving	258
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	262
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	262
Loading Your Vehicle	263
Towing	269
Towing Your Vehicle	269
Recreational Vehicle Towing	269
Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System	269
Towing a Trailer	271
Service and Appearance Care	283
Service	285
Accessories and Modifications	285
California Proposition 65 Warning	285
Doing Your Own Service Work	286
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	286
Fuel	287
Gasoline Octane	287
Gasoline Specifications	287
California Fuel	287
Additives	288
Fuels in Foreign Countries	289
Filling the Tank	290
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	292
Checking Things Under the Hood	292
Hood Release	293
Engine Compartment Overview	294
Engine Oil	298
Engine Oil Life System	301
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	303
Automatic Transmission Fluid	304
Engine Coolant	306
Radiator Pressure Cap	309
Engine Overheating	309
Cooling System	311
Engine Fan Noise	316
Power Steering Fluid	317
Windshield Washer Fluid	318
Brakes	319
Battery	322
Jump Starting	323
All-Wheel Drive	328
Rear Axle	329
Front Axle	330
Headlamp Aiming	331
Bulb Replacement	331
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	331
Halogen Bulbs	332
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps	332
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps	334
Replacement Bulbs	335
Windshield Replacement	335
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	335
Tires	338
Tire Sidewall Labeling	339
Tire Terminology and Definitions	342
Inflation - Tire Pressure	344
Tire Inspection and Rotation	347
When It Is Time for New Tires	348
Buying New Tires	349
Different Size Tires and Wheels	350
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	351
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	352
Wheel Replacement	352
Tire Chains	354
Accessory Inflator	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	360
Secondary Latch System	365
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	368
Spare Tire	370
Appearance Care	371
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	371
Fabric/Carpet	372
Leather	373
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	373
Care of Safety Belts	374
Weatherstrips	374
Washing Your Vehicle	374
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	375
Finish Care	375
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades	376
Aluminum Wheels	376
Tires	377
Sheet Metal Damage	377
Finish Damage	377
Underbody Maintenance	377
Chemical Paint Spotting	377
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	378
Vehicle Identification	379
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	379
Service Parts Identification Label	379
Electrical System	380
Add-On Electrical Equipment	380
Headlamps	380
Windshield Wiper Fuses	380
Power Windows and Other Power Options	380
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	380
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	381
Rear Underseat Fuse Block	387
Capacities and Specifications	390
Maintenance Schedule	391
Maintenance Schedule	392
Introduction	392
Maintenance Requirements	392
Your Vehicle and the Environment	392
Using the Maintenance Schedule	392
Scheduled Maintenance	394
Additional Required Services	396
Maintenance Footnotes	397
Owner Checks and Services	399
At Each Fuel Fill	399
At Least Once a Month	399
At Least Once a Year	400
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	402
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	404
Maintenance Record	405
Customer Assistance and Information	409
Customer Assistance and Information	410
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	410
Online Owner Center	411
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	411
Customer Assistance Offices	411
Roadside Assistance Program	412
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders	414
Collision Damage Repair	415
Reporting Safety Defects	418
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	418
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	418
Reporting Safety Defects to Saab	418
Service Publications Ordering Information	419