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2010 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual M


Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 1-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19


Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-39


Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 3-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 3-2


Instruments and Controls . . . . 4-1
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . 4-4
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Warning Lights, Gauges, and


Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 4-38
OnStar® System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-43
Universal Remote System . . . . 4-45


Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5


Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 6-34
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-42


Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 7-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8


Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 8-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 8-17
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-26
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 8-27
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-30
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-31
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 8-34
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-37
Object Detection Systems . . . . 8-40
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-48
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-53
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 8-60


2010 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual M


Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-2


Customer Information . . . . . . . 12-1
Customer Information . . . . . . . . 12-1
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 12-14
Vehicle Data Recording and


Privacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-15
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1


Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-40
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-48
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-77
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-81
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-84


Service and Maintenance . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . 10-2
Recommended Fluids,


Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . . 10-7
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 10-10


For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Buick Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.


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GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and the name LaCrosse are registered trademarks of General Motors. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle.


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©2009 General Motors. All Rights Reserved.


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otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.


“Made for iPod” means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.


Canadian Vehicle Owners


Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer/retailer or from: On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
1-800-551-4123
Numéro de poste 6438
de langue française www.helminc.com


Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.


Danger, Warnings, and Cautions Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them. Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.


Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information.


Introduction


Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index. 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature


{ WARNING


These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.


Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty.


A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,” “Do not do this” or “Do not let this happen.”


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O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses i : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid


Keys, Doors and Windows


Keys and Locks


Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)


System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3


Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)


System Operation (Key Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4


Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)


System Operation (Keyless Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11


Doors


Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11


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Vehicle Security


Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Anti-Theft Alarm System . . . . . 1-13
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Immobilizer Operation


(Key Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13


Immobilizer Operation


(Keyless Access) . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14


Exterior Mirrors


Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Park Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16


Interior Mirrors


Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 1-16


Windows


Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19


Roof


Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19


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Keys and Locks


Keys


{ WARNING


Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.


{ WARNING


Leaving children in a vehicle with the keyless access transmitter is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keyless access transmitter in the vehicle and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keyless access transmitter in a vehicle with children.


The key, that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, can be used for the ignition and all locks if the vehicle is a key access vehicle. If the vehicle has the keyless ignition, the key can be used for the locks.


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Notice: If you ever lock your keys in the vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle to get in. Be sure you have spare keys. If you are locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside Assistance Program on page 12‑6 or OnStar® System on page 4‑43 .


Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 12‑17 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and RSS-210/211 of Industry Canada.


Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: . Check the distance.


The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.


. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.


. Check the transmitter's battery.


See “Battery Replacement” later in this section. If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer/retailer or a qualified technician for service.


Press the button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key. Press the button and the key blade to retract the key. See your dealer/retailer if a new key is needed.


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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) The transmitter functions will work up to 20 m (65 feet) away from the vehicle. On vehicles with remote start the distance will be greater. Keep in mind that other conditions, such as those previously stated, can impact the performance of the transmitter.


If the passenger door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock. Pressing Q may also arm the theft-deterrent system. See Anti-Theft Alarm System on page 1‑13 . K (Unlock): Press to unlock the driver door or all doors, see “Door Unlock Options” under Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑38 . The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate unlocking, see “Unlock Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑38 . Pressing K will disarm the theft-deterrent system. See Anti-Theft Alarm System on page 1‑13 . V (Remote Trunk Release): Press and hold to unlock the trunk.


RKE without Remote Start Shown The following may be available: Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate locking, see “Locking Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑38 . If the driver door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock except the driver door, if enabled through the vehicle personalization.


7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release one time to locate the vehicle. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps. Press and hold 7 for at least two seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signals flash until 7 is pressed again or the vehicle is started. / (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, press Q and then press and hold / within five seconds to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 1‑8 for additional information.


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Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer/ retailer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen transmitters will no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed. Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the Replace Battery in Remote Key message displays in the DIC. See “Replace Battery in Remote Key” under Key and Lock Messages on page 4‑36. The battery is not rechargeable. See your dealer/retailer to replace the battery.


Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) The Keyless Access System lets you lock and unlock the doors and access the trunk without removing the remote transmitter from your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The keyless access transmitter should be within 1 m (3 feet) of the door or trunk being opened.


Keyless Unlocking With the keyless access transmitter within 1 m (3 feet), approach the front door and pull the handle to unlock and open the door. If the transmitter is recognized, the door will unlock and open. Entering any door other than the driver door will always cause all of the doors to unlock. This is not customizable.


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To customize which doors unlock when the driver's door is opened, see “Door Unlock Options” under Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑38 .


Lock Sensor


When all doors are closed and the ignition is off, the vehicle can be locked by pressing this area on the door handle. This feature will be available for several minutes after the vehicle has been turned off.


Keyless Trunk Opening Lift up on the touch pad located above the license plate to open the trunk if the keyless access transmitter is within range.


Transmitter Buttons See the information on how the transmitter buttons function earlier in this section under “Remote Keyless Transmitter Operation (Key Access)”. Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only keyless access transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer/retailer. The vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or stolen transmitters no longer work. Any remaining transmitters will need to be reprogrammed. Each vehicle can have up to five transmitters matched to it.


Programming with a Recognized Transmitter A new transmitter can be programmed to the vehicle when there are two recognized transmitters available. If there are not two recognized transmitters available see your dealer/retailer. To program, the vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters, both currently recognized and new, must be with you. 1. Place the recognized


2.


transmitters in the cupholder. Insert the vehicle key of the new transmitter into the key lock cylinder located on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within ten seconds. The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays Ready For Remote #2, 3, 4 or 5.


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3. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket. The transmitter pocket is located inside the center console storage area under the cupholder. The cupholder will need to be pulled out to access the transmitter pocket.


4. Press the ignition. When the transmitter is learned the DIC will display will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter.


5. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press the unlock button. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 3
through 5. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ignition for 5 seconds to exit programming mode.


Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery If the transmitter battery is weak, the DIC may display No Remote Detected when you try to start the vehicle. The Replace Battery in Remote Key message may also be displayed at this time.


To start the vehicle: 1. Remove the cupholder from the


center console storage area.


2. Place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket with the buttons facing up.


3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or


N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and the ignition control. See Starting the Engine on page 8‑20 , for additional information about the vehicle's keyless ignition with push start. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible. Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the Replace Battery in Remote Key message displays in the DIC. See “Replace Battery in Remote Key” under Key and Lock Messages on page 4‑36. The battery is not rechargeable. See your dealer/retailer to replace the battery.


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Remote Vehicle Start If available, this feature allows the engine to be started from outside the vehicle. This button / will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start. To enable and disable remote start, see “Remote Vehicle Start” under Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑38 . Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws may require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any requirements.


Starting the Engine Using Remote Start To start the engine using the remote start feature: 1. Press Q on the RKE transmitter.


The vehicle's doors will be locked.


2. Within five seconds, press and


hold / until the turn signal lamps flash. This confirms the request to remote start the vehicle has been received. Once the vehicle is started, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running.


3. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN (Key Access), or select the ON/RUN/START ignition position (Keyless Access), to drive the vehicle. The engine will shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension is done or the ignition is put in ON/RUN (Key Access) or ON/RUN/START (Keyless Access).


Vehicles with an automatic climate control system will default to a heating or cooling mode depending on the outside temperature during a remote start. When the key is turned to ON/RUN (Key Access), or the ON/RUN/START ignition position is selected (Keyless Access), the climate control system will turn on at the setting the vehicle was set to when the vehicle was last turned off.


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Vehicles with heated or heated and ventilated front seats can have this feature turn on automatically during a remote start see “Remote Start Heated Seats” and “Remote Start Vented Seats” under Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑38
for more information.


Extending Engine Run Time For a 10 minute extension, repeat Steps 1 and 2 while the engine is still running. The remote start can only be extended once. When the remote start is extended, the second 10 minutes will start immediately. For example, if the vehicle has been running for five minutes, and 10 minutes are added, the engine will run for a total of 15 minutes.


A maximum of two remote starts or remote start attempts are allowed between ignition cycles. The vehicle's ignition must be turned on and then back off before the remote start procedure can be used again.


Shutting the Engine Off After a Remote Start To shut off the engine: . Press / until the parking lamps


turn off. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. Turn the ignition on and then back off.


Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work The remote start will not operate if:


The key is in the ignition (Key Access) or the ignition is in any position other than OFF (Keyless Access). The transmitter is in the vehicle (Keyless Access). The hood is not closed. The hazard warning flashers are on. There is an emission control system malfunction. The engine coolant temperature is too high. The oil pressure is low. Two remote vehicle starts have already been used. The vehicle is not in P (Park).


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Door Locks


{ WARNING Unlocked doors can be dangerous.


. Passengers, especially


children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven.


. 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 the vehicle whenever leaving it.


(Continued)


WARNING (Continued)


. 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.


To lock and unlock the door, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the key from the outside and the door lock knob or switch from the inside. From inside the vehicle with the doors locked, pull once on the door handle to unlock it, and a second time to open it. Manually locking the driver door also automatically locks all other doors. If the driver door is open, or the key is in the ignition the driver door unlocks.


For more information see: . Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)


System Operation (Key Access) on page 1‑4 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page 1‑5


. Power Door Locks on


page 1‑10


. Vehicle Personalization on


page 4‑38


Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the center of the instrument panel. K (Unlock): Press to unlock the doors. Q (Lock): Press to lock the doors. See Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑38 for more information.


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Safety Locks


Doors


Trunk


{ WARNING


Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. (Continued)


Press the button on the driver door armrest to activate the safety locks on the passenger rear doors. This switch also disables the rear power windows. Once activated, the light, located on the switch, illuminates and goes out when deactivated. If the light flashes the feature may not be working properly.


WARNING (Continued)


If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate, or trunk/hatch open:


. Close all of the windows. . Fully open the air outlets on


or under the instrument panel.


. Adjust the Climate Control


system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Climate Control System in the Index.


. If the vehicle has a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function.


For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 8‑26.


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Remote Trunk Release To open the trunk from the outside the vehicle, press the V button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, or by pressing the touchpad above the license plate. Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling them to open the trunk from the inside.


Rear Seat Pass-Through


There is an emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the trunk latch. On some vehicles, the release handle can be accessed by folding the rear seat center seatback. See Rear Seats on page 2‑9 . Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside.


The vehicle has a small door in the rear seat. This door allows access to the trunk from inside the vehicle. The rear seat armrest must be down for the pass-through door to open. To release the pass-through door, pull the release handle. To close the door, raise it and push it until it latches.


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Vehicle Security Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however, they do not make it impossible to steal.


Anti-Theft Alarm System This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system. Arming the System To arm the system, press Q on the RKE transmitter. The alarm automatically arms after about 30 seconds. The security light, located on the instrument panel, flashes. Press V on the RKE transmitter to open the trunk without setting off the alarm. The system rearms when the trunk is closed.


Disarming the System To disarm the system, do one of the following: . Press K on the RKE transmitter. . Approach the vehicle with the


RKE transmitter (Keyless Access).


. Start the engine. The alarm automatically disarms. How to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is pressed and the horn sounds, an attempted break-in has occurred while the system was armed. If the alarm has been activated, the Theft Attempted message will appear on the DIC. See Key and Lock Messages on page 4‑36 for additional information.


Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 12‑17 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and RSS-210/211 of Industry Canada.


Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed. The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the key is removed from the ignition. The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is started with the correct key.


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The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle and automatically disarms the system. Only the correct key starts the vehicle. The vehicle may not start if the key is damaged.


The security light, located in the instrument panel cluster, comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. When trying to start the vehicle, the security light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on. If the engine does not start and the security light stays on there is a problem with the system. Turn the ignition off and try again.


If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged or the light continues to stay on, try another ignition key. If the engine still does not start with the other key, the vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does start, the first key may be damaged. See your dealer/retailer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new key made. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle.


Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access) This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed. The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the transmitter leaves the vehicle.


The immobilization system is disarmed when the ignition button is pushed in and a valid transmitter is found in the vehicle.


The security light, located in the instrument panel cluster, comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. The system has one or more transmitters that are matched to an immobilizer control unit in your vehicle. Only a correctly matched transmitter will start the vehicle. If the transmitter is ever damaged, you may not be able to start your vehicle. When trying to start the vehicle, the security light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on.


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If the engine does not start and the security light stays on there is a problem with the system. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the keyless access transmitter appears to be undamaged, try another keyless access transmitter. Or, you may try placing the transmitter in the transmitter pocket located in the center console. See “No Remote Detected” under Key and Lock Messages on page 4‑36. If the engine does not start with the other transmitter or when the transmitter is on the pocket in the center console, your vehicle needs service. See your dealer/retailer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new transmitter programmed to the vehicle. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle.


Exterior Mirrors


Power Mirrors


To adjust the mirrors: 1. Turn the control knob to the


L (left) or R (right) selecting the driver or passenger mirror.


2. Push the control knob to the left,


right, up, or down to adjust the mirror.


Vehicles with the memory feature can store a preferred mirror position. See “Memory Seats” under Power Seat Adjustment on page 2‑4 for more information.


Folding Mirrors


Manual Foldaway Mirrors Vehicles with manual folded mirrors are folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward, to return it to the original position. Automatic Dimming Feature The driver outside mirror automatically adjusts for the glare of the headlamps behind you.


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Turn Signal Indicator The vehicle might have a turn signal indicator lamp that is built into the mirror housing. The turn signal lamp flashes with the use of the vehicle's turn signal and hazard flashers.


Heated Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: < (Rear Window Defogger): Press to heat the mirrors. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Automatic Climate Control System on page 7‑1 for more information.


Park Tilt Mirrors If the vehicle has the memory package, the outside mirrors have a park tilt feature. This feature automatically tilts the outside mirrors to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows the driver to view the curb for parallel parking. The passenger and driver mirrors return to their original position when the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse), or the ignition is turned off or to OFF/LOCK. This feature can be turned on or off through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑38
for more information.


Interior Mirrors


Manual Rearview Mirror Adjust this mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle. Hold the mirror in the center to move it up, down, or side-to-side. To reduce headlamp glare during night-time use, move the lever at the bottom of the mirror to the right. Vehicles with OnStar® have three additional control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer/retailer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar. See OnStar® System on page 4‑43 for more information about the services OnStar provides.


Windows


{ WARNING


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


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Power Windows


The power window switches located on the driver door control all four windows. The passenger door only has a window switch that controls that window. Push the switch down to open the window. Pull the front of the switch up to close it. The switches work when the ignition is in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 8‑20.


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Express Window Operation Windows with an express-up or down feature allow the window to be lowered or raised without holding the switch. Rear windows only have express down. Pull a window switch up or push it down all the way, release it, and the window goes down or up automatically. Stop the window by pushing or pulling the switch. Rear Window Lockout The rear window lockout button v is located on the driver door near the window switches. Press the button to disable the rear window controls. The light on the button illuminates, indicating the feature is in use. The rear windows


still can be raised or lowered using the driver window switches when the lockout feature is active. To restore power to the rear windows, press the button again. The light on the button will go out. If the light flashes, the feature may not be working properly. This switch also activates the Safety Locks. See Power Door Locks on page 1‑10 for more information. Programming the Power Windows If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged, disconnected, or is not working, you will need to reprogram each front power window for the express-up feature to work. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery.


To program each front window, follow these steps: 1. With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY, ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active, close all doors.


2. Press and hold the power


window switch until the window is fully open.


3. Pull the power window switch up


until the window is fully closed. 4. Continue holding the switch up for approximately two seconds after the window is completely closed.


The window is now reprogrammed. Repeat the process for the other windows.


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Sun Visors Pull the sun visor toward you or move it to the side to reduce glare. Rear Window Sunshade On vehicles with this feature the switch Q is located on the center console, to the right of the shifter. The engine must be running to operate it.


Press the switch Q to raise or lower the sunshade. If the shade is up, and the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) it will automatically lower. When the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) it does not automatically raise itself. To raise the sunshade, press the front of the switch.


Roof


Sunroof


On vehicles with a sunroof, the switch is located on the overhead console.


The sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ON/RUN, ACC/ ACCESSORY, or if Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 8‑20. Vent The sunroof has an express-vent open feature. From the closed position, press the rear of the sunroof switch (A) to vent the sunroof. To stop the sunroof partway, press the switch a second time. To close the sunroof, press and hold the front of the sunroof switch (B). To stop the sunroof partway, release the switch.


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Express-Open/Express-Close To express-open the sunroof from the closed or vent position, fully press and release the rear of the switch (A). The sunroof opens automatically. To stop the sunroof partway, press the switch a second time. To express-close the sunroof, fully press and release the front of the switch (B). The sunroof closes automatically. To stop the sunroof partway, press the switch a second time.


If the sunshade is closed, it opens automatically with the sunroof but can also be express-opened/ express-closed by using the sunshade control (C) (D). The sunshade cannot be fully closed with the sunroof open. Notice: Forcing the sunshade forward of the sliding glass panel may cause damage and the sunroof may not operate properly. Always close the glass panel before closing the sunshade. The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure.


Anti-Pinch Feature If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof, and sunshade will then return to the open or vent position. To close the sunroof once the obstruction has been removed, refer to the "Express-Open/Express-Close" functions described previously. Do not keep the sunroof open for long periods of time while the vehicle is not in use. Debris can collect in the tracks, damage the sunroof operation and plug the water draining system.


Seats and Restraints


Head Restraints


Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2


Front Seats


Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . 2-4
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Heated and Ventilated Front


Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8


Rear Seats


Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9


Safety Belts


Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
How to Wear Safety Belts


Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13


Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Safety Belt Use During


Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . 2-24
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24
Replacing Safety Belt System


Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 2-24


Airbag System


Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . 2-27
When Should an Airbag


Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28


What Makes an Airbag


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Adding Equipment to the


Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 2-37
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . 2-38
Replacing Airbag System


Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 2-38


Child Restraints


Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-39
Infants and Young


Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-41
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . 2-43
Where to Put the Restraint . . . 2-45
Lower Anchors and Tethers


for Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . 2-47


Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30


Replacing LATCH System


How Does an Airbag


Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 2-53


Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30


Securing Child Restraints


What Will You See After an


(Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-54


Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30


Securing Child Restraints


(Front Seat ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-56


Passenger Sensing


System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32


Servicing the Airbag-Equipped


Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36


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Head Restraints The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The vehicle's rear seats have adjustable head rests in the outboard seating positions. { WARNING


With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.


Front Seat


Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant's head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash.


To raise or lower the head restraint, press the release button located on the side of the head restraint and pull up or push the head restraint down and release the button. Pull and push on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place.


Rear Seat


Front Seats


Seat Adjustment


Manual Seat Adjustment


Pull the head rest up to raise it. To lower the head rest, press the release button, located on the head rest post on the top of the seatback, while you push the head rest down. Push down on the head rest after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. This vehicle's head restraints and head rests are not designed to be removed.


{ WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the


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vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver's seat only when the vehicle is not moving.


To adjust the seat position: 1. Pull the handle located at the


front of the seat.


2. Move the seat forward or


backward to adjust the seat position.


3. Release the handle to stop the


seat from moving.


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Power Seat Adjustment


Memory Seats


The vehicle may have a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled.


To adjust a power seat, do any of the following: . Move the seat forward or


rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.


. Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.


. Raise or lower the entire seat


by moving the entire control up or down.


To save your positions in memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat, including the seatback recliner and both outside mirrors to a comfortable position.


2. Press and hold MEM and


button 1until the beep lets you know that the position has been stored.


A second seating and mirror position can be programmed by repeating the above steps and pressing button 2.


To recall the memory positions, press and hold either button 1 or button 2 corresponding to the desired driving position. The seat and outside mirrors move to the position previously stored. Releasing the button before the stored position is reached cancels the recall. Using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to enter the vehicle with the remote recall memory feature on causes automatic seat and mirror adjustment associated with that transmitter. There is no adjustment when the position has not been changed by another seating position. To stop recall movement of the memory feature at any time, press one of the power seat controls, memory buttons, or power mirror buttons.


If something has blocked the driver seat while recalling a memory position, the driver seat recall may stop working. If this happens, press the appropriate control for the area that is not recalling for two seconds, after the obstruction is removed. Then try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button. If the memory position is still not being recalled, see your dealer/retailer for service. Easy Exit Seat With this feature, the driver seat automatically moves back to give the driver more room to exit when the ignition is turned to OFF and the driver door is opened.


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Lumbar Adjustment


To increase or decrease lumbar support, press and hold the front or rear of the round control knob. To raise or lower lumbar support, press and hold the top or bottom of the round control knob. Release the control knob when the seatback reaches the desired level of lumbar support. See Power Seat Adjustment on page 2‑4 for more information.


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Reclining Seatbacks { WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver's seat only when the vehicle is not moving.


{ WARNING


Manual Reclining Seatbacks


Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt cannot do its job either. In a crash, the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly.


On vehicles with manual reclining seatbacks, the control lever is located on the outboard side of the seat.


To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the recline lever. 2. Move the seatback to the


desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.


3. Push and pull on the seatback to


make sure it is locked.


To return the seatback to an upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position.


2. Push and pull on the seatback to


make sure it is locked.


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Power Reclining Seatbacks


Heated Front Seats


On vehicles with power reclining seatbacks the vertical control is located on the outboard side of the seat.


To recline the seatback, press the control toward the rear of the vehicle. To raise the seatback, press the control toward the front of the vehicle.


On vehicles with heated seats, the buttons are located near the climate controls. The ignition must be on to use this feature. Press the button to heat the seat cushion and seatback. A light on that button indicates the feature is on.


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There are three temperature settings: . High = three lights . Medium = two lights


Low = one light


The heat comes on at the highest setting. Each press of the button decreases the temperature setting by one. To turn the feature off, press the button until the display lights turn off. If the vehicle has remote vehicle start and is started by using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, the front heated seats will be turned on to the high setting if it is cold outside. When the key is inserted into the ignition and the ignition is turned on, the heated seat feature will turn off. To turn the heated seat feature back on, press the desired button.


Heated and Ventilated Front Seats


On vehicle with the heated and ventilated cooled seat feature the buttons are located near the climate controls. To use this feature the ignition must be on. Press a button to turn on the desired feature. A light on that button indicates the feature is on.


There are three temperature settings for each feature: . High = three . Medium = two


Low = one


Press a button to turn the feature on at the maximum setting. Each press of the button changes the temperature one setting. Turn the feature off by pressing the button until the display lights turn off. If the vehicle has remote vehicle start and is started by using the remote keyless entry transmitter, the heated and ventilated seats turn on at the maximum setting according to the temperature outside. When the key is inserted into the ignition and the ignition is turned on, the heated or cooled seat feature turns off. To turn this feature back on, press the desired button.


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To raise the seatback: 1. Push the seatback up and


push it back to lock it into place. Make sure the safety belt is in the retainer clip and does not get twisted or caught in the seatback.


2. A tab on the handle pops down


to indicate the seatback has been locked.


3. Push and pull the top of the


seatback to be sure it is locked into position.


2. Pull on the lever located on the


top of the of the seatback to unlock it.


3. Fold the seatback down.


Rear Seats The vehicle's rear seat can be folded down to allow for more cargo space or it can be placed back into a locked upright position. Adjust the seatback only when the vehicle is not moving. To fold the seatback down:


1. Be sure the safety belt is in the


retainer clip.


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Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts.


{ WARNING


Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, the injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle harder or be ejected from the vehicle. You and your passenger(s) can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, you might not be, if you are buckled up. Always fasten your safety belt, and check that your passenger(s) are restrained properly too.


{ WARNING


It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.


This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 4‑14 for additional information.


In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why: You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a serious one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away. Without safety belts they could have been badly hurt or killed. After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter ... a lot!


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Put someone on it.


Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop.


Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes.


Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels.


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The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...


or the instrument panel...


or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense.


Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts?


A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a crash — even one that is not your fault — you and your passenger(s) can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 40 km (25 miles) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 65 km/h (40 mph). Safety belts are for everyone.


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How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children on page 2‑39 or Infants and Young Children on page 2‑41 . Follow those rules for everyone's protection. It is very important for all occupants to buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Occupants who are not buckled up can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts.


Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt?


A: You could be — whether you


are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted. And you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.


Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why


should I have to wear safety belts?


A: Airbags are supplemental


systems only; so they work with safety belts — not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection. That is true not only in frontal collisions, but especially in side and other collisions.


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First, before you or your passenger(s) wear a safety belt, there is important information you should know.


Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you. The lap part of the belt should be


worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash.


Q: What is wrong with this?


A: The shoulder belt is too loose.


It will not give as much protection this way.


{ WARNING


Q: What is wrong with this?


{ WARNING


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You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body.


You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.


A: The lap belt is too loose. It will


not give nearly as much protection this way.


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Q: What is wrong with this?


{ WARNING


Q: What is wrong with this?


You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.


A: The belt is buckled in the wrong


buckle.


A: The belt is over an armrest.


{ WARNING


Q: What is wrong with this?


{ WARNING


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You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries. Be sure the belt goes under the armrests.


You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.


A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.


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Q: What is wrong with this?


{ WARNING


Q: What is wrong with this?


You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. You might also slide under the lap belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.


A: The belt is behind the body.


A: The belt is twisted across


the body.


{ WARNING


You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer/retailer to fix it.


Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.


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2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again.


3. Push the latch plate into the


buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 2‑23 . Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height


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Adjustment” later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information.


4. To make the lap part tight, pull


up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants.

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