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dealer who can obtain the correct key code. Also, see Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-5 for more information. Notice: Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft. You can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have spare keys. If your vehicle is equipped with the Onstar@ system with an active subscription and you lock your keys inside the vehicle, Onstar@ may be able to send a command to unlock your vehicle. See OnStaP System on page 2-35 for more information.

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Remote Keyless Entry System Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.

At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this:

Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again. Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See “Battery Replacement” under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2-5. If you are still having trouble, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.

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Remote Keyless Entry System Operation

Using the remote keyless entry transmitter, you can lock and unlock your doors, or release the trunk from about 3 feet 1 (m) and up to 30 feet 9 (m) away.

LOCK: Press the LOCK button to lock all the doors. UNLOCK: Press the UNLOCK button to unlock the driver’s door and turn on the interior lamps. See “Illumination on Remote Activation” later in this section for more details. Press UNLOCK again to unlock the passenger’s door.

a: (Trunk) To unlock the trunk, press the button with

the trunk symbol on it. The trunk will only unlock if your transaxle is in PARK (P).

& : (Remote Alarm) Press this button to activate an alarm. The ignition must be in OFF or ACC for the remote alarm to work. When you press the remote alarm button the headlamps will flash, the horn will sound repeatedly and your interior lamps will turn on, attracting attention. The alarms will continue until one of the following occurs:

You press the remote alarm button on the remote keyless entry transmitter a second the ignition moved to RUN, or an alarm period of about two minutes has elapsed.

time,

Security Feedback Security feedback provides audible and/or visible feedback confirming that a remote keyless entry lock or unlock command has been received and executed. The ignition must be off for this feature to work. You may select one of four operating modes for reception of a lock command. You may also select one oi iour operaiiny modes ior reception oi an uniock command. The selection and programming of the lock and unlock operating modes are independent of each other.

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Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1: No Verification Mode 2: Horn Chirp only Mode 3: Headlamps Flash only Mode 4: Horn Chirp and Headlamps Flash Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 3. The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine which security feedback lock mode your vehicle is programmed to or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following:

1. Close all doors and turn the ignition key to RUN. 2. Press and hold the power door lock switch in

the lock position.

3. While holding the door lock switch in the lock

position, press and release the remote keyless entry transmitter LOCK button.

This will start the customization mode. While in the customization mode, the feature will sound the number of chimes corresponding to the current lock mode. If you do not wish change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions listed here or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

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4. Each additional press of the remote keyless entry

transmitter LOCK button will cause your vehicle to advance the lock mode by one, starting from the current lock mode.

5. If cycled beyond Mode 4, the vehicle will enter Mode 1. When the door lock switch is released, the vehicle will remain in the most recent lock mode. The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the previous instructions or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Disconnecting the vehicle’s battery for up to a year will not change the programmed mode for the lock and unlock security feedback features.

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Delayed Locking Delayed locking allows the doors to be locked while the passengers are exiting the vehicle. This feature also allows a brief time period for you to re-enter the vehicle after the doors have been closed and locked. Delayed locking is user programmable for enabling or disabling the feature. Delayed locking is activated when a door lock switch is pressed while the key is not in the vehicle’s ignition, and a door is open. The door lock switch may be either the lock switch on the door or on the remote keyless entry transmitter. See “Remote Keyless Entry System Operation” earlier in this section for more details. The doors do not lock when the lock switch is pressed, but instead, three chimes are heard. These chimes indicate that the delayed locking function has been activated. You have three actions possible once delayed locking is activated: 0 Cancel the delayed locking by pressing the unlock

switch or bv fullv insertinq the kev in the iqnition. Override the delayed locking feature and lock the doors immediately by pressing the lock switch a second time.

0 Let the delayed locking feature complete the locking

of the vehicle;

If you wish to let the delayed locking feature complete the locking of the vehicle, no additional action is required. The delayed locking feature will lock the doors automatically after all the doors have been closed for a period of five seconds. During this five second period, any door may be reopened, at which time the three possible actions shown above are again available. You may also customize your vehicle to activate the delayed locking feature as described previously, or you may choose to completely disable the feature at all times. If disabled, the power door locks will activate immediately when a power door lock switch is pressed. The enabled/disabled state of the delayed locking feature will be toggled when you perform the following sequence: 1. Close the doors. 2. Move the ignition key to the RUN position. 3. Apply your regular brakes. 4. Press and hold the power door unlock switch. While mn‘E fhP shift !PF3-

hn!rJIng the clmr L!”!C)Ck’S\!!i!Ch, out of and back into PARK (P).

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After an initial transaxle cycle, each additional cycle will toggle the enable/disable state of the delayed locking feature. During this procedure, the chime will sound, providing you with feedback. In Mode 1, a single chime will be heard if the delayed locking feature is disabled. In Mode 2, two chimes will be heard if the feature is enabled. When the door lock switch is released, the vehicle will remain in the most recent operating mode. Disconnecting the vehicle battery for up to a year will not change the programmed mode for the delayed locking feature. Illumination on Remote Activation This feature provides interior lighting when a remote keyless entry door unlock command is received and executed by your vehicle. Your ignition must be off for the illumination on remote activation feature to work. The interior lamps will light until either the ignition is turned to RUN or until a period of 40 seconds has elapsed. If a door is opened during this period, the timed lighting will be canceled, and the interior lamps will remain on. Also see “Entry Lighting” under lnterior Lamps on page 3-74 for more information.

Matching Transmitter@) to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it. Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery.

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Notice: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter.

2. Remove the old battery, do not use a metal object

to do this. Replace it with the new one. Use type CR2032 or an equivalent. Make sure the positive (+) side of the battery is facing down.

3. Snap the top and bottom together, making sure the

halves are together tightly so water won’t get in.

4. Resynchronize and test the operation of the

I Resynchronization

transmitter with your vehicle.

To replace the battery do the following: 1. Insert a flat object like a thin coin into the slot on the back of the transmitter. Gently pry apart the front and back.

After you have changed the battery in your transmitter, you will need to resynchronize the transmitter. To do this, press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time and hold for approximately seven seconds or until one horn chirp is heard.

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Doors and Locks

Door Locks

Unlocked doors can be dangerous.

Passengers - especially children - can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive. Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening.

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There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your door key or remote keyless entry transmitter. From the inside use the manual or power door locks. To manually unlock the driver’s door from the outside, insert the key and turn it toward the front of the vehicle. To manually lock the driver’s door from the outside, insert the key and turn it toward the rear of the vehicle.

To lock the door from the inside, push the manual lock lever forward. To unlock the door, push the lever rearward.

Power Door Locks

Your vehicle is equipped with front power door lock switches. Press a power door lock switch to lock or unlock all doors.

The rear doors do not have power door lock switches. Programmable Automatic Door Locks Programmable automatic power door locks are intended to provide enhanced security and convenience by automatically locking and unlocking doors. This feature provides four operating modes.

Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1:

No automatic door lock or unlock.

Mode 2:

Automatic all-door lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK (P); no automatic door unlock.

Mode 3: 0 Automatic all-door lock when the transaxle is shifted

out of PARK (P). Automatic all-door unlock when the transaxle is shifted into PARK (P).

Mode 4:

Automatic all-door lock when the transaxle is shifted !xt sf P!,!?K Automatic driver’s door only unlock when the transaxle is shifted into PARK (P).

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Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 3. The mode in which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine which programmable mode your vehicle is programmed to or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition key to RUN. 2. Close all of the doors. 3. Apply your brakes. 4. Press and hold the power door lock switch in the

lock position. While holding the door lock switch in the lock position, move the shift lever out of and back into PARK (P).

After an initial transaxle cycle, each additional cycle will advance the operating mode by one, starting from the current operating mode. During this procedure, the automatic door lock and unlock functions will operate as defined by each mode listed previously, providing the driver with feedback of the current operating mode. If cycled beyond Mode 4, the vehicle will enter operating Mode 1. When the door lock switch is released, the vehicle will remain in the most recent operating mode. Disconnecting the vehicle’s battery for up to a year will not change the last programmed mode of the programmable automatic power door locks.

Lockout Protection This feature helps to prevent a driver from locking the keys inside of the vehicle by disabling the power door locks when the following occurs:

A door is opened, the key is left in the ignition, and a power door lock is pressed.

You may override the lockout protection feature by holding the power door lock switch in the lock position for more than three seconds while the key is in the ignition and any door is open. Remember, this feature can’t guarantee that you’ll never be locked out of your vehicle. If you use the manual door lock or if you leave the key in your vehicle, but not in the ignition you could still be locked out of your vehicle. Always remember to take your keys with you. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the locks from inside. Then get out and close the door. See “Delayed Locking” in this section for more information.

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Trunk Lock To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the door key and turn it. You can also press the trunk symbol on your remote keyless entry transmitter. Remote Trunk Release

Press the button located inside of the glove box door to release the trunk from inside the vehicle. The shift lever must be in PARK (P) for the remote trunk release button to work.

Trunk

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It can be dangerous to d...e the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid:

Make sure all other windows are shut. Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle. See “Climate Controls” in the Index. o !f yru hznie SI: czt!ct2; 3:: cr ;zrJcy t h ~ instrument panel, open them all the way.

See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.

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Trunk Assist Handle

Emergency Trunk Release Handle

Your vehicle may have an assist handle located on the inside of the trunk lid toward the driver’s side of the vehicle.

Pull down on the handle to lower the trunk lid. Then close the trunk with your other hand. If the trunk is not properly closed, the DOOR/TRUNK light will appear in the message center of your instrument panel cluster. See Doornrunk Ajar Warning Light on page 3-42 for more information. Notice: The trunk assist handle is not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the trunk assist handle could damage it.

Notice: The emergency trunk release handle is not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the emergency trunk release handle could damage it. Your vehicle may have a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside.

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Windows

Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.

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Power Windows

The switches on the driver’s door armrest can be used to control each of the windows when the ignition is on. In addition, each passenger’s door has a window switch. Express-Down Window The driver’s window switch has an express-down feature. This switch is labeled AUTO. Tap the rear of the switch and the driver’s window will quickly open a small amount.

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To stop the window while it is lowering, press the front of the switch. To raise the window, press and hold the front of the switch. Window Lock-Out The driver’s window controls also include a lock-out switch. Press LOCK to stop front and rear passengers from using their window switches. The driver can still control all the windows with the lock on. Press the other side of the LOCK switch for normal window operation. Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the sun visors. You can also move them from side to side. The sun visors also have extenders that you can pull out for added coverage. Visor Vanity Mirror Open the cover on the sun visor to expose the vanity mirror. Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors If your vehicle has the lighted vanity mirrors, the lamps come on when you open the cover.

Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. PASS-Key@ II

Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key@ II (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key@ II is a passive theft-deterrent system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition.

PASS-Key@ II uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle. When the PASS-Key@ II system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starter won’t work and fuel won’t go to the engine. If someone tries to start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time, the vehicle will not start. This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make a match. The ignition key must be clean and dry before it’s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start. If the engine does not start and the SECURITY light is flashing, the key may be dirty or wet. Turn the ignition off.

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Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try again. If the starter still won’t work, and the key appears to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-89. If the starter won’t work with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key@ I I. If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work. The SECURITY light will then come on. But you don’t have to wait three minutes before trying another ignition key. See your dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key@ II to have a new key made.

If you’re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on, you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key@ II system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key@ II system. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key@ I1 ignition key, see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key@ II to have a new key made. Also, see Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-5 for more information.

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Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Ignition Positions With the ignition key in the ignition, you can turn the key to five different positions:

New Vehicle Break-In

Notice: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:

Don’t drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts.

0 Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles

(322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings.

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A (ACCESSORY): This position lets you use the radio :- -+f T - u~ IU Y v l l l u J l I I b I U U U l p G I 3 V V I IGI I LI IC GI lyll IC IS VIE. I u qn,-J ,a,i-,-Jmh;-lrJ use ACCESSORY, push in the key and turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will stay locked. B (LOCK): This is the only position in which you can insert or remove the key. This position locks the ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft-deterrent feature.

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Notice: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of these works, then your vehicle needs service. C (OFF): This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering wheel. Use OFF if you must have your vehicle pushed or towed.

D (RUN): This position is where the key returns to after you start your vehicle. With the engine off, you can use RUN to display some of your warning and indicator lights.

E (START): This position starts your engine. A warning chime will sound if you open the driver’s door when the ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY and the key is in the ignition.

Retained Accessory Power (RAP) With Retained Accessory Power (RAP), your power windows, audio system and sunroof (if equipped) will continue to work for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF and before any of the doors are opened. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position - that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.

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Notice: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter. 2. If your engine won’t start (or starts but then stops)

it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for not more than 15 seconds at a time. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine

Notice: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly.

Engine Coolant Heater

Your vehicle may be equipped with this feature. In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usuallv, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (OOC), use of the coolant heater is not required.

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To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is attached to the underside of the vehicle’s diagonal brace, which is located above the engine air cleaner/filter assembly.

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into a normal, grounded 1 IO-volt AC outlet.

4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and

store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged.

How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.

Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 11 0-volt AC outlet. If the cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.

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Automatic Transaxle Operation Your automatic transaxle will have a shift lever on the steering column.

PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.

The graphic shown above is displayed on your instrument panel cluster and will indicate the gear your vehicle is in when you move. Maximum engine speed is limited on automatic transaxle \phic!ps t!!hay! wnlI’r0 iz p$,RK (PI zr b!E[JTP,/,L (pi) tc protect driveline components from improper operation. There are several different positions for your shift lever.

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It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See “Shifting Into Park (P)” in the Index. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

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Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Release the shift lever button. Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P). See Shifting Out of Park (P) on page 2-29. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notices Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow on page 4-31.

NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed.

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Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Don’t shift into a drive gear while your engine is racing.

Notice: Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting into a drive gear with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty.

AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re:

Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator pedal all the way down.

You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power.

Notice: If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster, something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor. If you drive very far that way, your vehicle can be damaged. So, if this happens, have your vehicle serviced right away. Until then, you can use SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 km/h) and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@) for higher speeds. THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE Here are some times you might choose THIRD (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE

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When driving on hilly, winding roads. When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears. When going down a steep hill. When drlvlng In no-highway scenarios (Le. city streets, etc.)

SECOND (2): This position gives you more power that THIRD (3) but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. Notice: Don’t drive in SECOND (2) for more than 25 miles (40 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h), THIRD (3) or or you can damage your transaxle. Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE Don’t shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h) or you can damage your engine.

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as much as possible.

FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in FIRST (l), the transaxle won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough. Notice: If your front wheels won’t turn, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in verv deep sand or mud or were up

object. You could damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transaxle. Use your brakes to hold your vehicle in position on a hill.

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Parking Brake

To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot.

Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and parking on any hill, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-35. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving. Shiftir- Into Park (P)

To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot. When you lift your left foot, the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position. A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set, the ignition is on and the shift lever is not in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

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1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and

set the parking brake with your left foot.

2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this:

0 Pull the lever toward you.

0 Move the lever up as far as it will go.

3. Turn the ignition key to OFF. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, vour vehicle is in PARK (P).

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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Rr lining

It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running.

If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down.

Then, see if you can move the shift lever out of PARK (P) without first pushing the button. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into PARK (P). Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see Shifting Into Park ( f ) on page 2-26. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).

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Parking Over Things That Burn

Shifting Out of Park (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shiftlock control system. You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-23. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P). If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can't shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn the ignition key to OFF. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the engine and shift to the drive gear

you want.

5.- Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can.

Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn.

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Repairs weren’t ,,ne Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly.

correctly.

If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle:

Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and Have your vehicle fixed immediately.

Engine Exhaust

A CAUTION:

Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if:

Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris.

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Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know.

the engine with the climate control

I c - ~ l g system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust.” Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust - with CO - can come in easily. NEVER park in a garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. See “Winter Driving” in the Index.

It can be dangerous to gy. vu. ,I your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P).

Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See Shifting lnto Park (P) on page 2-26. If you are parking on a hill and if you’re pulling a trailer, also see Towing a Trailer on page 4-35.

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There are two lamps located on the bottom of the mirror. Each lamp is turned on and off by pressing the button next to the lamp.

There are also three Onstar@ buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to Onstar@. See Onstat@ System on page 2-35 for more information about the services Onstar@ provides.

Mirrors

Manual Rearview Mirror Adjust all the mirrors so you can see clearly when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. To reduce glare from lamps behind you, pull the lever at the bottom of the mirror toward you, to the night position. To return the mirror to the day position, push the lever away from you. Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStaP If your vehicle is equipped with this mirror, it has a lever located at the bottom between the two lamps. To reduce glare from headlamps behind you while driving at night, pull the lever towards you, to the night position. To return the mirror to the day position, return the lever to its original position.

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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror. Push the button in the center of the mirror to turn this feature on. The mirror will darken gradually to reduce glare from headlamps behind you. To turn the automatic dimming feature off, press the button in the center of the mirror again. The mirr~r's t v q n~Iter h~Ittnns n t y a t e the Iqmps nn the bottom of the mirror. One photocell on the front of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell, facing rearward, senses headlamps behind you. To keep the phetoce!!~ operatiq wei!, occasions!!\/ J clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner.

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Onstar@ Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with the Onstar@ System. The automatic dimming feature is turned on or off by pressing the far left button, located on the lower part of the mirror, for up to three seconds. When turned on, this mirror functions exactly like the automatic dimming rearview mirror described previously. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2-33. There are two lamps located on the bottom of the mirror. Each lamp is turned on and off by pressing the button next to the lamp.

There are also three OnStap buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to Onstar@. See 0nSta.P System on page 2-35 for more information about the services Onstar@ provides.

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Outside Power Mirrors

The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door armrest.

Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.

A convex mirror can make ti gs (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

To choose either the left or right outside mirror, move the selector switch located above the control pad to the left or the right. Then use the four-way arrows located on the control pad to move the mirrors in the desired direction. Adjust each mirror so you can see the side of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle.

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Onstar@ System

Onstar@ uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information and convenience services. An Onstar@ subscription plan is included in the price of your vehicle. You can upgrade or extend your Onstar@ services to meet your needs. A complete OnStap user’s guide and the terms and conditions of the Onstar@ Subscription Service Agreement are included in your vehicle’s glove box literature. For more information. visit www.onstar.com, contact Onstar@ at 1 -888-4-ONSTAR (1 -888-466-7827), or press the blue Onstar@ button to speak to an Onstar@ 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Onstar@ Services Onstar@ provides a number of service plans. Some of the services currently provided by Onstar@ are:

Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment Emergency Services Roadside Assistance Stolen Vehicle Tracking AccidentAssist Remote Door Unlock Remote Diagnostics Onstar@ MED-NET (Requires separate activation and annual fee on some plans) Online and Personal Concierge Services Route Support RideAssist Information and Convenience Services

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Onstar@ Personal Calling With Onstar@ Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no contracts, no roaming charges and no access fees. To find out more about Onstar@ Personal Calling, refer to the OnStap user’s guide in your vehicle’s glove box, or call Onstar@ at 1 -888-4-ONSTAR (1 -888-466-7827).

Onstar@ Virtual Advisor With Onstar@ Virtual Advisor you can listen to the news, entertainment and informative topics, such as traffic and weather reports. You are able to listen and reply to your e-mail through your vehicle’s speakers. A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required prior to delivery of Onstar@ services and prepaid calling minutes are also required for Onstar@ Personal Calling and Onstar@ Virtual Advisor use. Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www.onstar.com.

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Storage Areas

Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box, To open, lift the latch. Front Storage Area

Center Console Storage Area If your vehicle is equipped with bucket seats it may have a center console. The console has cupholders, and storage areas for cassette tapes and compact discs. To open the console’s rear storage area, press the latch located toward the front of the console and pull up. Convenience Net Your vehicle may have a convenience net located on the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over. The net isn’t for larger, heavier loads. Store those in the trunk as far forward as you can. You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you’re not using it.

To use the storage area, fold down the armrest located in the center front seat. Press the latch on the front edge and pull up to access the storage area.

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Sunroof Your vehicle may be equipped with an express-open sunroof. It includes a sliding glass panel and a sunshade. The switch to open the sunroof is located overhead on the headliner.

The switch works only when the ignition is on or when retained accessory power is active. See "Retained Accessory Power" in ignition Positions on page 2-19. VENT: To raise the sunroof to the vent position only, push and hold the front of the switch until the sunroof glass stops. You will need to open the sunshade by hand. To close the sunroof from the vent position, push and hold the rear of the switch until the sunroof glass closes. Open/Express Open: To open the sunroof, push the rear of the switch once. The sunroof and sunshade will open by themselves. This is the express-open feature. To close the sunroof, push and hold the front of the switch until the sunroof motor stops. The sunshade can only be closed by hand.

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Section 3

Instrument Panel

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...... 3.2 Instrument Panel Overview ...... 3.3 Hazard Warning Flashers ...................... 3.4 Other Warning Devices Horn ............................................................. 3-4 Tilt Wheel ..................................................... 3-4 Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever ......................... 3-5 Exterior Lamps ............................................. 3-11 Interior Lamps .............................................. 3-14 Auxiliary Power Connection (Power Drop) ........ -3-1 6 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ........................ 3-16 Climate Controls ............................................ 3-17 Dual Climate Control System .......................... 3-17 Dual Automatic Climate Control System . . . . . . . . 3-20 .... 3-25 Outlet Adjustment Passenger Compartment Air Filter ................ 3-25 Indicators ............. 3-27 Instrument Panel Cluster ................................ 3-28 Speedometer and Odometer ........................... 3-29 satety Beit Heminder Llght ............................. Y-ZY ................................ 3-30 Air Bag Readiness Light .................................. Charging System Light 3-31 Brake System Warning Light .......................... 3-31 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ............. 3-32 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light ........ -3-33 Low Traction Light ........................................ 3-34 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light ...... 3-34

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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage .................. 3.35 Tire Pressure Light ....................................... 3.35 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............................. 3.36 Oil Pressure Light ......................................... 3.39 Low Oil Level Light ....................................... 3.40 Change Engine Oil Light ................................ 3-40 Security Light ............................................... 3-41 Cruise Control Light ...................................... 3-41 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ..................... 3-42 Door/Trunk Ajar Warning Light ........................ 3.42 Service Vehicle Soon Light ............................ 3.42 Fuel Gage ................................................... 3.43 Low Fuel Warning Light ................................. 3.43 Audio System(s) ............................................. 3-44 Setting the Time ........................................... 3-44 AM-FM Radio ............................................... 3-45 Radio with Cassette (Base Level) .................... 3-47 Radio with Cassette (Up Level) ....................... 3-51 DncJin ... i+L? Pn e eo + +n q-4 PI7 . . . . . . . . . V V“ I IUUlU V V l C l I v u J J ’ c I c L ’ c I U ..... 3.61 Theft-Deterrent Feature .................. Audio Steering Wheel Controls ................... 3.63 Understanding Radio Reception ...................... 3.64 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ................. 3.64 Care of Your CDs ......................................... 3.65 Care of Your CD Piayer ................................ 3-65 Fixed Mast Antenna ...................................... 3.65

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The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Exterior Lamps Control B. Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever C. Instrument Panel Cluster D. Audio Steering Wheel Controls E. Gear Shift Lever F. Air Outlets G. Side Window Defogger Outlet H. Hood Release I. Tilt Wheel Lever J. Horn K. Audio System L. Ashtray M. Climate Control N. Glove Box 0. Instrument Panel Fuse Block

Hazard Warning Flashers

Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They ais0 iei poiice know you nave a probiem. Your ironi and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.

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The hazard warning flasher button is located on the top of the steering column.

Other Warning Devices

If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (I00 m) behind your vehicle.

Horn

Press the horn symbols on your steering wheel pad to sound the horn.

Tilt Wheel

Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Press the button again to turn the flashers off. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work.

A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column.

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Turn SignalIMultifunction Lever

To tilt the wheel, hold the wheel and pull the lever. Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel into place.

The lever located on the left side of the steering column includes the following:

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Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward positions for right and two downward positions for left. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. 7 An arrow on the instrument

If the arrow flashes faster than normal as you signal a turn or a lane change, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and then check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-89. A chime will sound if you leave your turn signal on for more than 3/4 mile (1.2 km). Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer To change your headlamps from low beams to high beams, or high to low, pull the multifunction lever all the way toward you. Then release it.

panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.

To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it.

When the high beams are on this light, located on the instrument panel cluster, will also be on.

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Flash-to-Pass This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps are off. To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you a little, but not so far that you hear a click. If your headlamps are off or on low beam, your high-beam headlamps will turn on. They'll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you and the high-beam indicator on the dash will come on. Release the lever to return to normal operation. Windshield Wipers To operate the windshield wipers turn the band located on the multifunction lever upward or downward. WIPER: Turn this band to control the windshield wipers. OFF: Turn the band to OFF to turn off the windshield wipers. I n /I _.". e - - - ~ \ - T .."_ I ut I I LI IC u a l lu a v v a y IIUI I I y u u LU LU \LUW ~JJCGUI. LO and past the delay settings for steady wiping at low speed.

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HI (High Speed): Turn the band away from you, to HI, and past the delay settings for wiping steady at high speed.

(Delayed Wiping): Turn the band away from you, just past OFF, to one of the five sensitivity settings, to choose the delayed wiping cycle. The further the band is turned upward, toward LO, the shorter the delay will be. Use this setting for light rain or snow.

MIST: Turn the band to MIST for a single wiping cycle. Hold it until the windshield wipers start. Then let it go. The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold the band on MIST longer. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the windshield wiper blades before using them. If they are frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become worn or damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. A circuit hrnaknr lnrill ctnn thorn rlntil tho rnntnr ennlc P l n Q r q t n j q l r J .a* ".-+I.". snow or ice to prevent an overload.

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Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever, there’s a paddle with the word PUSH on it. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push on the paddle. The wipers will run for several sweeps and then either stop or return to your preset speed. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-37.

Cruise Control By using cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off.

_ _ _ freezing weathe[, Jon’t use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield,

blocking your vision. 1 The LOW WASH light on

your instrument panel cluster will come on when the fluid level is low.

Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don’t use cruise control on slippery roads.

LOW WASH

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If your vehicle is in cruise control when the enhanced traction system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. See Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 4-10. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise control back on. Setting Cruise Control

If you leave your cruise control on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You csuid be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.

1. Move the cruise control switch to ON. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and

release it. The CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster will come on.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) briefly. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed:

Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Push in the SET button, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed. Move the cruise switch from ON to R/A. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. (To increase your speed in very srnaii amounis, move ine swiicn io WA brieiiy ana then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1 -6 km/h) faster.

The accelerate feature will only work after you set the cruise control speed by pushing the SET button.

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When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don’t use cruise control on steep hills. Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control:

Step lightly on the brake pedal, or move the cruise switch to OFF.

Ending Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, or shift into PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), your cruise control set speed memory is erased.

Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control:

Push in the SET button until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the SET button briefly. Each time you do this, you’ll go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.

Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed.

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Exterior Lamps

This control, located to the left of the instrument panel, operates the exterior lamps.

The exterior lamps control has three positions:

Off: Pushing the control all the way in turns off all lamps and lights.

Parking Lamps: Pulling the control out, to the first position, turns on the parking lamps together with the following: 0 Taillamps 0 License Plate Lamps * Sidemarker Lamps

Instrument Panel Lights

Headlamps: Pulling the control out all the way, to the second position, turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights. A warning chime will sound if you open the driver’s door when you turn the ignition switch to OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY with the lamps on.

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Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Headlamp System Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be sure it isn’t covered. The DRL system will make your front turn signal lamps come on when the following conditions are met:

The ignition is on, the exterior lamps control is off and the parking brake is released.

When the DRL are on, only your front turn signal lamps will be on. The headlamps, taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. Your instrument panel won’t be lit up either.

When it’s dark enough outside, your front turn signal lamps will turn off and your vehicle’s headlamps and parking lamps will turn on. The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on. When it’s bright enough outside, your headlamps will go off and your front turn signal lamps will come on. To idle your vehicle with the DRL and automatic headlamp control off, set the parking brake while the ignition is in OFF or LOCK. Then start your vehicle. The DRL, headlamps and parking lamps will stay off until you release the parking brake. To turn off the automatic headlamp feature when it’s dark outside, move the exterior lamps control to the parking lamp position. Your parking lamps will remain illuminated and your headlamps will turn off. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it.

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Delayed Headlamps Delayed headlamp illumination provides a period of exterior lighting as you leave your vehicle’s area. The feature is activated when your vehicle’s headlamps are on due to the automatic headlamp control feature described previously in this section, and when your vehicle’s ignition is turned off. Your headlamps will then remain on until the exterior lamps control is moved from OFF to the parking lamp position or until a 90 second lighting period has ended. If you turn off the ignition with the exterior lamps control in the parking lamp or headlamp position, the delayed headlamp illumination cycle will not occur. You can customize the vehicle to activate delayed headlamp illumination when your vehicle’s ignition is turned off under the conditions described above, or you may choose not to activate this feature under any conditions. You can turn the feature on and off when you perform the following sequence:

1. Turn the ignition key to RUN. 2. Close all the doors.

3. Press and hold the power door lock switch. While

holding the door lock switch, cycle the exterior lamps control on and then off two times.

4. Release the power door lock switch. These steps must be carried out in a time period of less than 10 seconds, followed by a delay period of no more than 10 seconds.

5. Then, press and hold the power door unlock switch.

While holding the door unlock switch, turn the exterior lamps control on and then off two times. Release the courtesy door unlock switch. These operations must be carried out in a time period of less than 10 seconds.

After releasing the door unlock switch, a single chime will be heard if the delayed headlamp illumination function has been disabled; two chimes will be heard if the feature has been enabled. Disconnecting the vehicle’s battery for up to a year will not change the programmed operation for this feature.

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Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by turning the exterior lamps control. Turning the control all the way clockwise turns on the courtesy lamps. If the control is turned all the way counterclockwise, the lamps and lights will turn off. Courtesy Lamps When any door is opened, several lamps come on. These lamps are courtesy lamps. They make it easy for you to enter and leave your vehicle. You can also turn these lamps on by turning the exterior lamps control all the way clockwise to MAX. Entry Lighting Your courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for a set time whenever you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter. If you open a door, the lamps will stay on while it’s open and then turn off automatically about 25 seconds after you close it. If you press UNLOCK and don’t open a door, the lamps will turn off after about 40 seconds.

Illuminated entry includes a feature called theater dimming. With theater dimming, the lamps don’t just turn off at the end of the delay time. Instead, they slowly dim after the delay time until they go out. The delay time is canceled if you turn the ignition key to RUN or START, so the lamps will dim right away. When the ignition is on, illuminated entry is inactive, which means the courtesy lamps won’t come on unless a door is opened. Delayed Entry Lighting Delayed entry lighting lights your vehicle’s interior for a period of time after all the doors have been closed. The ignition must be off for delayed entry lighting to work. Just after all the doors have been closed, the delayed entry lighting feature will continue to work until one of the following occurs:

The ignition is in RUN, or the doors are locked, or an illumination period of 25 seconds has elapsed.

If during the illumination period a door is opened, the timed illumination period will be canceled and the interior lamps will remain on.

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Delayed Exit Lighting This feature illuminates the interior for a period of time after the ignition key is removed from the ignition. The ignition must be off for delayed exit lighting to work. When the ignition key is removed, interior illurnination will activate and remain on until one of the following occurs:

The ignition is in RUN, or the power door locks are activated, or an illumination period of 25 seconds has elapsed. If during the illumination period a door is opened, the timed illumination period will be canceled and the interior lamps will remain on. Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the underside of the rearview mirror. Use the button next to each lamp to turn them on and off.

Dome Lamp The dome lamp will come on when you open a door. Battery Rundown Protection Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave the interior courtesy lamps, reading/map lamps, visor vanity lamps, trunk lamp, underhood lamp or glove box lamps on. If you leave any of these lamps on, they will automatically turn off after 20 minutes, if the ignition is in OFF. The lamps won’t come back on again until you do one of the following: 0 Turn the ignition on,

turn the exterior lamps control off, then on, or open a door.

If your vehicle has less than 15 miles (25 km) on the odometer, the battery saver will turn off the lamps after only three minutes.

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Auxiliary Power Connection (Power Drop) Your vehicle is equipped with an auxiliary power connection. This feature provides power, ground and accessory wires which can be accessed to add aftermarket electrical equipment to your vehicle.

It is located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle, under the glove box, and is labeled with a wire function and fuse rating.

Notice: Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should. This wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment, and never use anything that exceeds the amperage rating.

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When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. For information on accessing the connection and electrical hookup, please refer to your service manual. To order a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-10. Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The center front ashtray is located just below the instrument panel’s comfort controls. To remove the ashtray, open the storage door. Then open the small black door, lift up on the ashtray and pull it out. Notice: Don’t put papers or other flammable items into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them, causing a damaging fire. To use the lighter, just push it in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back out by itself. Notice: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element.

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Dual Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle.

Manual Operation To change the current mode, select one of the following settings on the right knob.

MAX (Maximum Air-conditioning): This mode recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle and sends it through the instrument panel outlets. The air-conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40°F (4°C).

VENT (Ventilation): This mode brings in outside air direct and directs it through the instrument panel outlet.

BI-LEV (Bi-Level): This mode directs approximately half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs most of the remaining air to the floor outlets. Some air may be directed toward the windshield. HTR (Heater): This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets, with some air directed to the outboard outlets (for the side windows) and some air directed to the windshield. BLEND: This mode directs half of the air to go to the floor outlets and half to the defroster and side window outlets. The air-conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40°F (4°C). The right knob can also be used for the defrost mode. Information on defrosting and defogging can be found later in this section.

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@ FAN: The left knob controls the fan speed. OFF: Turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to turn off the fan. LO (Low Fan Speed): This setting creates the lowest fan speed. HI (High Fan Speed): This setting creates the highest fan speed. DRIVER (Driver’s Side Temperature): The lever on the left adjusts the air temperature for the driver’s side outlets. Slide the lever up to raise the temperature and down to lower the temperature. PASSENGER (Passenger’s Side Temperature): The lever on the right adjusts the air temperature for the passenger’s side outlets. Slide the lever up to raise the temperature and down to lower the temperature. @ (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air-conditioning on and off. An indicator light above the button will come on when the air conditioning is on. During daylight hours you may need to adjust the interior lighting control to the highest setting in order to see

the light. The system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle when the A/C indicator light is on. On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot, inside air escape. This reduces the time for the vehicle to cool down. For a quick cool-down on a very hot day, use MAX with the temperature levers all the way in the blue area. If this setting is used for long periods of time, the air in your vehicle may become too dry. For normal cooling on hot days, use VENT with the temperature levers in the blue area. The system will bring in outside air and cool it. On cool, but sunny days, the sun may warm your upper body, but your lower body may not be warm enough. Select BI-LEV and set the temperature levers to a comfortable setting. The system will bring in outside air and direct it to your upper body, while sending slightly warmed air to your lower body. Push the A/C button for cooling.

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Defogging and Defrosting @ DEF (Defrost): This setting, located on the right knob, directs most of the air through the defroster and the side window outlets. Some of the air is directed to the floor and side window outlets. The air-conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40°F (4°C). To defrost the window quickly, turn the mode knob to the defrost setting and turn the driver’s and passenger’s temperature levers all the way to the red area. To warm passengers while keeping the windows clear, use BLEND.

Rear Window Defogger @ (Rear): Press the button to turn the defogger on. The rear window defogger will shut off after about 15 minutes. If you turn it on again, the rear window defogger will only run fur about seven and one half minutes before turning off. You can also turn it off by pressing the button again. Notice: Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the defogger and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid.

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Dual Automatic Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle.

Automatic Operation

AUTO (Automatic): Press the AUTO button for automatic control of the inside temperature, the air delivery mode and the fan speed. You may notice a delay of two to three minutes before the fan comes on when the automatic operation is used in cold weather.

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For the automatic system to function, the temperature must be set between 61°F (16°C) and 89°F (31 "C). 1. Adjust the temperature to a comfortable setting. 2. Press the AUTO button.

Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster. If you set the system at the warmest temperature setting, 90°F (32"C), hot air will be directed to the floor, the fan will increase to the highest speed, and, the system will remain in manual mode at that temperature. The system will not return to automatic until the temperature setting is lowered. If you set the system at the coldest temperature setting, 60°F (ISOC), cold interior air will be recirculated through the air panel outlets, and the fan will increase to the highest speed. The system will not return to automatic until the temperature is raised. In cold weather, the system will start at reduced fan speeds to avoid blowing cold air into your vehicle until warmer air is available. The system will start out blowing air at the floor but may change modes automatically as the vehicle warms up to maintain the chosen temperature setting.

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The length of time needed for warm up will depend on the outside temperature and the length of time that has elapsed since your vehicle was last driven. Wait for the system to regulate. This may take from 10 to 30 minutes. Then, adjust the temperature, if necessary. Do not cover the solar sensor located in the center of the instrument panel, near the windshield. For more information on the solar sensor, see "Solar Sensor" later in this section.

Manual Operation During daylight hours, you may want to adjust the instrument panel brightness control to the highest setting in order to see the indicator lights that go on for the various climate control settings.

OFF: Pressing the OFF button cancels automatic operation and places the system in manual mode. Press the AUTO button to return to automatic operation.

TEMP (Temperature): To manually adjust the temperature inside the vehicle, press the up arrow on the TEMP control to raise the temperature and press the down arrow to lower the temperature. The display will show your selection for a few seconds, and then the outside temperature will be displayed.

When the DUAL light indicator is on, this means the TEMP control has set the temperature for the driver. When the DUAL light indicator light is not on, this means the TEMP control has set the temperature for the entire cabin. @ FAN: Press the up arrow on the FAN control to increase fan speed and the down arrow to decrease fan speed. Pressing the arrows cancels the automatic operation and places the system in manual mode. Press the AUTO button to return to automatic operation. If the arrow seems low when the fan is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air filter, if equipped, may need to be replaced. For more information see Passenger Comparfment Air Filter on page 3-25 and Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4. AIR FLOW: This control has several setting to control the direction of airflow when the system is not in AUTO. To access the various modes available, continue to press the AIR FLOW up or down arrows until the desired mode, jiisred beiowj, appears in rne aispiay. WINDSHIELD/FLOOR: This setting directs some of the air to the floor outlets and some to the defroster and side window outlets. The air-conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside LGIlIperalule is bel'ow 4G"F (4°C).

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MID/FLOOR: This mode directs airflow through both the floor and the instrument panel outlets. A small amount of air is directed to the windshield and the side window outlets. MID (Instrument Panel): This mode directs air through the instrument panel outlets. FLOOR: This setting sends most of the air through the outlets near the floor. The rest comes out of the defroster and side window outlets. VENT: Press this button to turn the air-conditioning compressor on or off. The indicator light on the VENT mode is lit when the compressor is turned off. You may have to adjust the interior brightness control to the highest setting during the day in order to see the indicator lamp. VENT does not operate in the FRONT defrost mode. RECIRC (Recirculation): Press this button to turn this mode on or off. RECIRC limits the amount of outside air coming into the vehicle and recirculates most of the air inside your vehicle. It can be use to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or to quickly heat or cool the air inside your vehicle. When this button is pressed an indicator light will come on.

You may have to adjust the interior brightness control to the highest setting during the day in order to see the indicator lamp. This setting is not permitted in FRONT defrost mode and is only permitted in WINDSHIELD/FLOOR mode if the compressor is turned on. On hot days, open the window to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps the system to operate more efficiently. For quick cool down on hot days, press the AUTO button and the system will automatically enter the recirculation mode and the temperature will be at the full cold position for maximum cooling. The air-conditioning system removes moisture from the air, so you may sometimes notice a small amount of water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine. This is normal. Operating the climate control system in the RECIRC mode may cause fogging of the vehicle’s windows when the weather is cold and damp. To clear the fog, select either WINDSHIELD/FLOOR or WINDSHIELD mode and increase the speed.

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Sensors The solar sensor on your vehicle monitors the solar radiation and the air inside of your vehicle, then uses the information to maintain the selected temperature by initiating needed adjustments to the temperature, the fan speed and the air delivery system. The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun. The recirculation mode will also be activated, as necessary. Do not cover the solar sensor located in the center of the instrument panel, near the windshield, or the system will not work properly. Passenger Control The arrow buttons to control the temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle are located to the right of the PASSENGER CONTROL window. Press the DUAL

button so that the indicator light is on. Press the right arrow to raise the temperature and press the left arrow to lower the temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle.

If the indicator lights below the arrows are amber this indicates that the passenger side temperature is the same as the driver’s side. If the indicator lights below the arrows are red, this indicates that the passenger side temperature is warmer than that of the driver’s side. If the indicator lights below the arrows are blue this indicates that the passenger side temperature is cooler than that of the driver’s side.

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Defogging and Defrosting 9 FRONT (Defrost): This setting brings in outside air

and directs most of the air through the defrost outlet. Some of the air also goes to the floor vents and the side window outlets. The indicator light on the button will come on and WINDSHIELD will be seen on the display To defrost the windows quickly, press the FRONT button, set the temperature to 90°F (32"C), select a high fan speed an turn the DUAL button off. To warm passengers while keeping the window clear, push the AIR FLOW button and WINDSHIELD/FLOOR will appear on the display. Select a fan speed. The air-conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40°F (4°C).

Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. @ REAR: Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on. It will turn off after about 15 minutes. If you turn it on again, the rear defogger will only run for about seven and one half minutes before turning off. You can also turn it off by pressing the button again. Notice: Don't use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the defogger and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid.

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Outlet Adjustment

Open and close the air outlets, or adjust the direction of the airflow by moving the levers in the center of each outlet.

If the airflow seems low when the fan is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air filter, if equipped, may need to be replaced. For more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-25 and Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Operation Tips

Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle: Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system. Keep the path under the front seats clear Of objects to help Circulate the air inside Of your vehicle more effectively.

The passenger compartment air filter is located in the engine compartment below the air inlet grille, near the passenger’s side windshield wiper arm.

The filter traps most of the pollen from the air entering the air conditioning module. Like your engine’s air cleaner filter, it may need to be changed periodically-

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For information on how often to change the passenger compartment air filter, see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-5. To change the passenger compartment air filter, use the following steps:

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Turn off the ignition when the windshield wipers are in the up position. Raise the hood. Disconnect the windshield washer pump hose from the fender rail and air inlet grille. Remove the hood weatherstrip from the passenger’s side of the vehicle (peel back halfway to center). Remove the three air inlet grille retainers. Remove the air inlet grille.

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7. Remove the passenger compartment air filter. 8. Then replace the old air filter with the new one. For

the type of filter to use, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5-95.

9. Reinstall the air inlet grille. 10. Reinstall the air inlet grille retainers. 11. Reattach the hood weatherstip. 12. Reconnect the windshield washer pump hose to the

fender rail and air inlet grille.

13. Close the hood. 14. Return the windshield wipers to the park position.

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you