2003 Buick Rendezvous Owners Manual

body, stopping the occupant more gradually. But the frontal air bags would not help you in many types of collisions, including rollovers, rear impacts, and many side impacts, primarily because an occupant’s motion is not toward the air bag. Side impact air bags would not help you in many types of collisions, including frontal or near frontal collisions, rollovers, and rear impacts, primarily because an occupant‘s motion is not toward those air bags. Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions for the driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags, and only in moderate to severe side collisions for vehicle’s with a driver’s and right front passenger’s side impact air bag.

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What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates?

After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module will be hot for a short time. These components include the steering wheel hub for the driver’s frontal air bag and the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s frontal air bag. For vehicles with side impact air bags, the side of the seatback closest to the driver’s and/or right front passenger’s door will be hot. The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated air bags. Air bag inflation doesn’t prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle.

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When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but can’t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door.

In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag.

Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After an air bag inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air bag system won’t be there to help you in another crash. A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts.

Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic frontal sensor, which helps the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact. Your vehicle is also equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the frontal air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the system commands air bag inflation and driver’s safety belt usage at deployment. The module also records speed, engine RPM, brake and throttle data. Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems. Improper service can mean that an air bag system won’t work properly. See your dealer for service.

Notice: If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the right front passenger’s air bag, or the air bag covering on the driver’s and right front passenger’s seatback, the bag may not work preper?;c VnL! !??E;’ h2VP !e rPp!EPP !he sir hsn a module in the steering wheel, both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s air bag, or both the air bag module and seatback for the driver’s and right front passenger’s side impact air bag. Do not open or break the air bag coverings.

Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped

Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-9.

the ignition key is For up to 10 seconds -..er turned off and the battery is disconnected, an air bag can still inflate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. They are probably part of the air bag sysiem. Be sure io ioiiow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so.

The air bag systems do not need regular maintenance.

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Restraint System Check

Checking Your Restraint Systems

Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.)

Replacing Restraint System Parts r'ter a Crash

A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.

If you've had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system parts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new parts.

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a label on the driver’s or right front

If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash, you may need new LATCH system parts. If you ever see passenger’s safety belt that says to replace the belt, be sure to do so. Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision. You would see this label on the belt near the door opening. If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system, safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced.

New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system wasn’t being used at the time of the collision. If an air bag inflates, you’ll need to replace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section.

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Section 2

Features and Controls

Keys ...............................................................

2.3 ......................... 2.4 Remote Keyless Entry System Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ........... 2.5 Doors and Locks ............................................. 2.8 Door Locks .................................................... 2.8 Power Door Locks .......................................... 2-9 Delayed Locking ............................................. 2.9 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ................ 2.9 Rear Door Security Locks .............................. 2-10 Lockout Protection ........................................ 2.11 Leaving Your Vehicle .................................... 2-1 1 Liftgate ........................................................ 2.11 Windows ........................................................ 2.13 Power Windows ............................................ 2.14 Sun Visors ................................................... 2.15 Theft-Deterrent Systems .................................. 2.16 Content Theft-Deterrent ................................. 2.16 PASS-Key@ Ill .............................................. 2-17 PASS-Key@ Ill Operation ............................... 2.18

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

................ 2.20 New Vehicle Break-In .................................... 2.20 Ignition Positions .......................................... 2.20 Starting Your Engine ..................................... 2-21 Engine Coolant Heater .................................. 2-22 Automatic Transaxle Operation ....................... 2-23 Parking Brake .............................................. 2-26 Shifting Into Park (P) ..................... ..... 2-27 Shiftng Out of Park (P) ..... 2-30 .................. Parking Over Things That Burn ....................... 2-30 Engine Exhaust ............................................ 2-31 Running Your Engine While

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2-32 Mirrors ........................................................... 2.33 Manual Rearview Mirror ................................. 2-33 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ................ 2-33 Outside Power Mirror .................................... 2-33 ..................... 2-34 Outside Curb View Assist Mirror CWsidF! cnn?le!x Mirrnr ._ 9-3A Outside Heated Mirrors ... .................... 2-34

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Section 2 Features and Controls

Onstar@ ......................................................... 2.35 Onstar@ System ........................................... 2.35

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HomeLink@ Transmitter ..................................

Programming the HomeLink@ Transmitter ......... 2.38 Storage Areas ................................................ 2.41 Glove Box ................................................... 2.41 Cupholder(s) ................................................ 2.41 Cell Phone Storage Area ............................... 2-41 Overhead Console ........................................ 2-41 Floor Console Storage Area ........................... 2-42 Front Armrest Storage Area ........................... 2-42 Roof Rack System ........................................ 2-42 Rear Storage Area ........................................ 2-45

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Convenience Net ........................... Cargo Cover Rear Convenience Center ............... , Sunroof .............................................. Vehicle Personalization ........................ Entering Programming Mode ............... Headlamp Exit Delay .......................... Automatic Door LocWUnlock ................ Delayed Locking ................................ Remote Driver Unlock Control ............. Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation .. Exiting Programming Mode .................. Memory Seat

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Keys

Leaving children in a vehicle with the i,..ition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.

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The key can be used for the ignition as well as all the door locks, the floor console and the glovebox.

If you need a new key, contact your dealer, who can obtain the correct key code. Your vehicle has the PASS-Key@ Ill vehicle theft system. The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle’s steering column. If a replacement key or any additional key is needed, you must purchase this key from your dealer. The key will have PK3 stamped on it. Keep the bar code tag that came with the original keys. Give this tag to your dealer if you need a new key made. Any new PASS-Key@ Ill key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle. See PASS-Kef page 2-77 for more information on programming your new key.

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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 you ever do get locked out of your vehicle, call Buick Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-5 for more information. 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. Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped, the 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. Remote Keyless Entry System Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received,

Operation

With this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle.

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.

UNLOCK: When you press UNLOCK, only the driver’s door will unlock. If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds, the passenger’s doors will unlock. ii you wouia iike aii iile ~ W I S you press UNLOCK, see Vehicle Personalization on page 2-50.

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The UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter will disarm the content theft-deterrent system. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2- 16 for more information. If you would like to program the way the headlamps and parking lamps operate with remote unlock confirmation, see Vehicle Personalization on page 2-50. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-59. LOCK: To lock all doors, press LOCK. The LOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter will arm the content theft-deterrent system. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-76 for more information. If you would like to program the way the headlamps, parking lamps and horn operate with remote lock confirmation, see Vehicle Personalization on page 2-50. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-59. REAR: To unlock the Iiftgate, press REAR. See Liftgate on page 2-1 7 for more information.

Remote Alarm When you press the button with the horn symbol, the headlamps and the parking lamps will flash and the horn will sound. This will allow you to attract attention, if needed. Press the horn symbol again to stop the alarm from sounding or the alarm will turn off after 90 seconds. Matching Transmitter(s) 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. See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle.

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Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years.

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You can tell the battery is weak if the KEY FOB BATTERY LOW message appears in the message center. If you get this message, the battery in the key fob needs to be replaced.

Nofice: 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.

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Insert a flat object, such as a coin, into the slot on the side of the transmitter and twist to separate the halves. Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter. Do not use the metal flanges to “pop out” the battery. Replace the battery. Reassemble the transmitter. Make sure the halves are snapped together tightly so water will not get in. Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for seven seconds to synchronize the transmitter. Check the transmitter operation.

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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 key or the remote keyless entry transmitter. To unlock either front door from the outside with the key, insert the key and turn it toward the front of the vehicle. To lock either front door from the outside with your key, insert the key and turn it toward the rear of the vehicle.

From the inside, use the manual or power door ocks.

To unlock either front door from the inside, pull back on the manual lever. To lock either front door from the inside, push the manual lever forward.

Power Door Locks

The power door lock switch is located on the driver's and front passenger's doors next to the door handle.

Press the front of the switch to lock all doors, or press the back of the switch to unlock all doors. The rear doors do not have power door Instead, each rear door has a manual lever that works only that door's lock. If y u u i "",ii"," the power door lock switch may cause the system to arm. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-16 for more information.

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Delayed Locking With the delayed locking feature, the doors will not lock immediately when locking the doors using the power door lock switch or when LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed while any door is open. Instead, three chimes will be heard to indicate that the delayed locking feature is in operation. Five seconds after all doors are closed, the doors will lock automatically. If the ignition is in ON or ACCESSORY, this feature will not lock the doors. To program the delayed locking feature, see Vehicle Personalization on page 2-50. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), see DlC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-59. Programmable Automatic Door Locks All of the doors will automatically lock when all doors are closed, the engine is running and the shift lever is shifted cc? e? PP.RK (P). P.!! nf the donrs will alJtomatically unlock when the shift lever is shifted into PARK (P). With the automatic door lock feature, you can still lock or unlock the doors at any time, either manually, with the power door lock switches or by pressing LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter. See Remote Keyless Enrry Sysiem Operatis# on page 2-5 for more information.

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To program the automatic door lock feature, see Vehicle Personalization on page 2-50 If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-59. Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the inside. To use one of these locks do the following: 1. Open one of the rear doors.

2. On the inside of the

rear door will be a lock. Push the lever up to engage the safety lock.

3. Close the door. 4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the other rear

door lock.

The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when this feature is in use. If you want to open the rear door when the security lock is on, unlock the door from the inside and then open the door from the outside. Canceling the Rear Door Security Locks 1. Unlock and open the rear door from the outside. 2. Push the lever down to disengage the safety lock. 3. Close the door. 4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the other rear door

lock.

The rear door locks will now work normally.

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Lockout Protection

The lockout protection feature makes it difficult for you to lock your keys in your vehicle. If any door is open while the key is in the ignition, pressing the front of a power door lock switch will lock all doors, then unlock the driver’s door. If you leave the key in your vehicle but not in the ignition or if you use the manual door lock, you could still lock the key in the vehicle. Always remember to take the key with you.

Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your key, open your door and set the locks from the inside. Then get out and close the door.

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It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate 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 liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate:

0 Make sure aii 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 “Comfort Controls” in the Index. !f you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.

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Liftgate Release

Your vehicle may have either a liftgate release button, located in the instrument panel switchbank, or a release button located on the inner side of the liftgate handle.

Liftgate Handle

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To open the liftgate, the transaxle must be in PARK (P) and all of the doors must be unlocked. To unlock the doors, use the remote keyless entry or the power door locks. If your vehicle has a remote keyless entry transmitter, you may unlock and open the liftgate by pressing the REAR button on the transmitter.

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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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The driver‘s power window switch has two down positions. Push the rear of the switch to the first position to lower the window normally. Press the rear of any passenger window switch and that window will open. Press the front of any switch to close the window. Express-Down Window The driver’s window switch also has an express-down feature. This switch is labeled AUTO. To activate the express-down feature, push the rear of the driver’s window switch to the second position, then release it. The window will lower completely. 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.

Power Windows

Switches on the driver’s door armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is in ON, ACCESSORY, or when retained accessory power is active. See “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” under Ignition Positions on page 2-20 for more information. In addition, each passenger’s door has a window switch.

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Window Lock Out The driver’s window controls also include a lock-out switch. Press the right side of the WDO LOCK switch to stop rear passengers from lowering their window. The driver can still control all of the windows with the lock on. Press the other side of the WDO LOCK switch for normal window operation. Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors. You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side. There may be an extension on the inboard side of the sun visors. Pull the extension out to biock out giare.

Visor Vanity Mirror Pull down the sun visor. Flip up the cover to expose the vanity mirror. Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors Pull down the sun visor. Flip up the cover to expose the vanity mirror. The lamps will come on when you open the cover.

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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. Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle may have a theft-deterrent alarm system.

A light located on top of your instrument panel (near the center of the vehicle, next to the windshield) will flash slowly to let you know that the system has been armed.

Once armed, the alarm will go off if someone tries to enter the vehicle without the optional remote keyless entry transmitter or the key or tries to turn the ignition on without using the correct key. The horn will sound and the headlamps and parking lamps will flash anytime the alarm sounds. When the content theft-deterrent system is armed, the liftgate may be opened by using one of the following methods:

0 Press the liftgate release button, which is located on the instrument panel switchbank, or

While armed, the doors will not unlock with the power door lock switch.

press REAR on the remote keyless entry transmitter.

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Arming with the Power Lock Switch Your alarm system will arm when you use either power door lock switch to lock the doors while any door or the liftgate is open and the key is removed from the ignition. The security light will start flashing to let you know the system is armed. Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Your alarm system will arm after a 30 second delay when you press LOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors. The security light will come on for 30 seconds and then start flashing to let you know the system is armed. Disarming with Your Key Your alarm system will disarm when you use to unlock the-front doors. The security light w flashing to let you know the system is no longer armed. Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Your alarm system will disarm when you press UNLOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock the doors. The security light will stop flashing to let you know the system in no longer armed.

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PASS-Key@ 111 Your PASS-Key@ Ill 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 harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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 Interhence receivedj 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. P,A.ss-!+~@ !!! the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle.

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PASS-Key@ 111 Operation

Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key@ Ill (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key@ Ill is a passive theft deterrent system. This means you don’t have to do anything different to arm or disarm the system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition.

When the PASS-Key@ Ill system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems. The starter will not work and fuel will stop being delivered to the engine. Anyone using a trial-and-error method to start the vehicle will be discouraged because of the high number of electrical key codes.

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When trying to start the vehicle if the engine does not start and the SECURITY message comes on, the key may have a damaged transponder. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-96. If the engine still does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first key may be faulty. See your dealer who can service the PASS-Key@ II I to have a new key made. It is possible for the PASS-Key@ Ill decoder to learn the transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up to 10 additional keys may be programmed for the vehicle. This procedure is for learning additional keys only. If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not operate, you must see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key@ Ill to have keys made and programmed to the system. See your dealer who can service PASS-Key@ Ill to get a new key blank that is a cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system.

Canadian Owners: If you lose or damage your keys, only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key@ Ill to have new keys made. To program additional keys you will need two current driver’s keys (black in color). You must add a step to the following procedure. After Step 3 repeat Steps 1 through 3 with the second current driver’s key. Then continue with Step 4. To program the new PK3 key do the following: 1. Verify the new key has PK3 stamped on it. 2. Insert the original key in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not start, see your dealer for service.

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5. The SECURITY message will turn off once the key has been programmed. It may not be apparent that the SECURITY message went on due to how quickly the key is programmed.

6. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys are to

be programmed.

If you are ever driving and the SECURITY message comes on and stays on, you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key@ Ill system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key@ Ill system at this time. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key@ Ill key, see your dealer who can service PASS-Key@ Ill to have a new key made.

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Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

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:

If you have all-wheel drive, keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. 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. Don’t tow a trailer during break-in. See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index for more information.

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Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition, you can turn the key to four different positions.

A (OFF): This is the only position in which you can remove the key. This position locks the steering wheel, ignition and transaxle.

Notice: If your key seems stuck in OFF 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. B (ACCESSORY): This position allows you to use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. This position will allow you to turn off the engine, but still turn the steering wheel. Use ACCESSORY if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is off (for example, if your vehicle is being ptished OT ioiiv.edj. C (ON): This is the position that the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the key. The switch stays in ON when the engine is running. But even when the engine is not running, you can use ON to operate your electrical power accessories, and to d!s;=!a;l s z r e icsfr~mec?f p n p ! \?!srnjnn linhtc

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D (START): This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving.

If the engine is not running, ACCESSORY and ON are positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) With RAP, the power windows, the audio system, the sunroof and the Automatic Level Control will continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF and none 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. TG restart ?..lhen yeu’re already movinfl 3, 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.

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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 the engine doesn’t start in 10 seconds, push the

accelerator pedal about one-quarter of the way down while you turn the key to START. Do this until the engine starts. As soon as it does, let go of the key.

3. If your engine still 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 a maximum of 15 seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. If the engine still won’t start or starts briefly but then stops again, repeat Step 1 or 2, depending on the temperature. When the engine starts, release the key and the accelerator pedal.

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 have an engine coolant heater. 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. Usually, 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. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The electrical cord is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment.

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

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outlet

Plugging the cord into an unground,, 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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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. ot trying to list everytning nere, we ask inat you coniaci your dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.

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Automatic Transaxle Operation

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Maximum engine speed is limited when you’re in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), to protect driveline components from improper operation. There are several different positions for your shift lever.

PARK (P): This gear position locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in RUN. As you step on the brake pedal, while in PARK (P), you may hear a click from the solenoid of the system. This ensures that the system is operating properly.

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If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever - push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. See Shifting Out of Park (P) on page 2-30 for more information.

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It is dangerous t, get out of your veh,,.e 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.

REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.

Notice: 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 4-32.

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.

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.

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

AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): 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 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 " c!n?nrl\r " ..,, or If It seems not to shift 3ears as you nn 3- 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 In\ C n w L;mL.nr emnnele- \la/ IWI IIlyIIcI apccua.

Warm-up Shift Your vehicle has a computer controlled transaxle designed to warm up the engine faster when the outside temperature is 35°F (2°C) or colder. You may notice that the transaxle will shift at a higher vehicle speed until the engine is warmed up. This is a normal condition designed to provide heat to the passenger compartment and defrost the windows more quickly. THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D). Here are some times you might choose THIRD (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): When driving on hilly, winding roads. When towing a trailer (so there is less shifting between gears). When going down a steep hill.

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SECOND (2): This position gives you more power, 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.

Nofice: 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 (D) as much as possible. Don’t shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h) or you can damage your engine.

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 THIRD (3) for higher speeds.

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 selector lever is put in FIRST (I), the transaxle won’t downshift into first gear until the vehicle is going slow enough.

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Nofice: If your front wheels won’t turn, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid 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. Parking Brake

The parking brake is located on the driver’s side under the instrument panel.

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

If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-40. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot while you push down on the parking brake pedal with your left foot. (To release the tension on the parking brake cable, you will need to apply about the same amount of pressure to the parking brake pedal as you did when you set the parking brake.) When you remove your foot from the parking brake pedal, it will pop up to the released position.

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 are parking on any hill, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-36. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving.

Shifting Into Park (P)

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.

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

set the parking brake with your left foot.

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

Pull the lever toward you.

Move the lever up as far as it will go.

3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can

leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).

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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running

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.

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 lnto Park (P) on page 2-27. 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 scme 3f the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).

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 ..,..).,- yuu V c I I I V V C U the regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into PARK (P).

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Shiftng Out of Park (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P), when the ignition is in ON. As you step on the brake pedal, while in PARK (P), you may hear a click from the solenoid of the system. This ensures that the system is operating properly. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-23. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you want. 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 then shift to the drive gear

you want.

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

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Parking Over Things That Burn

Things that ca burn could ___ parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn.

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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:

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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, 1 I.

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Idling the engine with the clin 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.

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It can be dangerous to get out of ur 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 Into Park (P) on page 2-27. If you’re pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-36.

Mirrors

Manual Rearview Mirror

To reduce glare from headlamps behind you, pull the lever toward you (to the night position). To return the mirror to the day

position, push the lever away from you.

Automatic

Dimming Rearview Mirror

The mirror’s two outer buttons operate the lights on the bottom sides 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 photocells operating well, occasionally clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner. Outside Power Mirror

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

Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror. Push the button in the center of the mirror to turn this feature on or off. The mirror will darken graauaiiy to reduce giare from heaciiamps behind you. This may take a few moments. The mirror will also lighten whenever you shift to REVERSE (R).

To choose either the left or right outside mirror, press the selector switch. Press any of the four 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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Outside Heated Mirrors If your vehicle has this feature, the outside rearview mirrors are heated when you activate the rear window defogger. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Climate Control System on page 3-26.

Outside Curb View Assist Mirror

If your vehicle has this feature, the passenger’s outside rearview mirror will tilt towards the curb when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE (R) and return to its previous position when the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (R). See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-59 for information on how to turn this feature on and off.

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 things (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.

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Onstar* System

Onstar@ uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and state of the art 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 easily upgrade or extend your Onstar@ services to meet your personal needs. A complete Onstar@ user’s guide and the terms and conditions of the Onstar@ Subscription Service Agreement are included in vour Onstar@-equipped 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 OnStap button to speak to an Onstar@ advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Onstar@’ Services Onstar@ provides a number of service plans to closely meet your needs. 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 OnStap 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 Onstar@ owner’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 your favorite news, entertainment and information topics, such as traffic and weather reports, stock quotes and sports scores. You listen to your e-mail through your vehicle’s speakers, and reply with your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required prior to delivery of Onstat-@ 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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HomeLink@ Transmitter

HomeLin!P, 2 CGmbined unilfersa! transmitter and receiver, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems and home lighting. Additional HomeLink@ information can be found on the internet at www.homelink.com or by calling 1-800-355-351 5.

If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink@ transmitter, it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes and modifications to this system by other than

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Programming the HomeLink@ Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink@ Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink@ programming. It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed HomeLink@ buttons should be erased for security purposes. Refer to “Programming HomeLink@“ (Step 1 only) or, for assistance, contact HomeLink@ on the internet at: www.homelink.com or by calling 1-800-355-351 5. Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate operator you are programming. When programming a garage door, it is advised to park outside of the garage. It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand-held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency. Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels:

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Press and hold down the two outside buttons, releasing only when the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold down the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat this step to program a second and/or third transmitter to the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink@ buttons while keeping the indicator light in view. Simultaneously press and hold both the desired button on HomeLink@ and the hand-held transmitter button. Do not release the buttons until Step 4 has been completed. Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to substitute Step 3 with the procedure noted in “Gate Operator and Canadian Programming’’ later in this section. The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after HomeLink@ successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release both buttons. Press and hold the newly-trained HomeLink@ button and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink@ button is pressed and released.

To program the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons, begin with Step 2 under “Programming HomeLink@.” Do not repeat Step 1 as this will erase all of the programmed channels. If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with Steps 6 through 8 following to complete the programming of a rolling-code equipped device (most commonly a garage door opener). At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the “Learn” or “Smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Smart” button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. You will have 30 seconds to start Step 8. Return to the vehicle. Firmly press and hold the programmed HomeLink@ button for two seconds, then release. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence a second time, and depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling code device), repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming. HomeLink@ should now activate your rolling code equipped device.

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To program the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons, begin with Step 2 of “Programming HomeLink@.” Do not repeat Step 1. Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time out” or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for HomeLink@ to pick up the signal during programming. Similarly, some U.S. gate operators are manufactured to “time out” in the same manner. If you live in Canada, or you are having difficulty programming a gate operator by using the “Programming HomeLink@’ procedures (regardless of where you live), replace Step 3 under “Programming HomeLinkm’ with the following: Continue to press and hold the HomeLink@ button while you press and release every two seconds (cycle) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has I.---, UGGI I 3 U ~ b G 3 J I U l l y U b b b y c b u v y I I V I I I U L # # 1 1 , indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly. Proceed with Step 4 under “Programming HomeLink@’ to complete.

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Using HomeLink@ Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink@ button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing HomeLink@ Buttons To erase programming from the three buttons do the following: 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. 2. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer than

30 seconds.

HomeLink@ is now in the train (learning) mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with Step 2 under “Programming HomeLink@.” Individual buttons can not be erased, but they can be reprogrammed. See “Reprogramming a Single HomeLink@ Button” next.

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Reprogramming a Single HomeLink@ Button To program a device to HomeLink@ using a HomeLink@ button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink@ button. Do

not release the button.

2. The indicator light will begin to flash after

20 seconds. While still holding the HomeLink@ button, proceed with Step 2 under “Programming HomeLink@.”

Resetting Defaults To reset HomeLink@ to default settings do the following: 1. Hold down the two outside buttons for about

20 seconds until the indicator light begins to flash. 2. Continue to hold both buttons until the HomeLink@

indicator light turns off. 3. Release both buttons. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink@ at 1-800-355-3515, or on the internet at www.homelink.com.

Storage Areas

Glove Box

If the glove box has a lock, put your key into the lock and turn the key counterclockwise. To open the glovebox, pull the latch release. The glove box door has a detent to prevent the door

Cell Phone Storage Area Your vehicle has a cell phone storage compartment located on the floor console storage closest to the driver’s seat. Lift the lid to use the storage compartment. The compartment has an accessory power outlet for charging the cell phone. Overhead Console

To close the glove box, the door must be pushed up past the detent. i o lock the glo.\reboic, pii: your key into the lock and turn the key clockwise.

Cupholder(s)

There are two cupholders located in the floor console. The cupholders have liners that remove tor larger beverage items. Remove the liners by lifting them out. Your vehicle has cupholders armrests if it has a split folding rear seat. If your vehicle has captain’s chairs, there are cupholders on the sides of the seats.

located in the rear seat forward.

If your vehicle has the Onstar@ System, the Onstar@ buttons vi!! replace the storage compartment. See OnStap System on page 2-35 for more information. If your vehicle has a sunroof, the mini console contains the HomeLink@ Transmitter buttons and the Onstar@ buttons. Storage Compartment To open the storage compartment, located at the front of the overhead console, press the release latch

Then pull the compartment down to the full

open position.

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Sunglasses Storage Compartment To open the sunglasses storage compartment in the overhead console, press the release button. Then pull the compartment down to the full open position. Floor Console Storage Area The floor console storage contains two cupholders, an ashtray and a cellular phone storage compartment with a cigarette lighter/accessory power outlet. Below the floor console storage is a purse storage area with two integrated convenience nets. Front Armrest Storage Area Your vehicle has a front armrest storage compartment which contains a coinholder tray and two storage compartments, one located under the coinholder tray, that will hold six compact discs and another next to the coin holder tray. To unlock the front armrest storage compartment, put your key into the lock and turn the key counterclockwise. To open the armrest, squeeze the lever while lifting the top to open it.

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To close the armrest, push the lid down until you hear a click. To lock the armrest, put your key into the lock and turn the key clockwise. To use the compact disc storage compartment, lift the coinholder tray up. Put it back into the storage area when finished.

Roof Rack System

If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier - like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth - the wind can catch it as you drive along. This can cause you to lose control. What you are carrying could be violently torn off, and this could cause you or other drivers to have a collision, and of course damage your vehicle. You may be able to carry something like this inside. But, never carry something longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle.

If you have the luggage carrier, you can load things on top of your vehicle. If you do load things on the top of your vehicle, you must load them on the luggage carrier crossrails.

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Notice: Loading cargo that weighs more than 220 Ibs. (100 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle. When you carry cargo on the luggage carrier of a proper size and weight, put it on the slats and distribute ii~e weiyili eve1 IIY. I I ICI I 311ut; LI IC cIIwaa1aII up uywl the rear of the load to keep it from moving. You can then tie it down. Cargo containers must be loaded on the crossrails only. Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when !n=rding your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-34.

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To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened. Loading things onto the luggage carrier can interfere with the performance of your XMTM Satellite Radio System.

To adjust the crossrail(s), the sunroof stop (A) must be removed. To remove the sunroof stop: 1. Use the tool (B) located in a bag in the glovebox

labeled “tool kit-acsry”.

2. Use the tool to remove the screw located in the side rail assembly in front of the front crossrail.

3. Repeat for the other side. 4. Put the tool and the screws back in the plastic bag

in the glove box.

Your luggage carrier has release levers within the end of each crossrail support.

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To adjust the crossrails, lift the release levers on each side to unlock them. Slide the crossrails forward or backward, as needed, to accommodate loads of various sizes. After repositioning the crossrails, engage the release lever. This will lock the crossrails in place. Notice; Do not open the sunroof if the crossrails are not in the full rear position. This could cause damage to the sunroof glass panel and/or the crossrails. When you are done using the crossrails you must replace the sunroof stop. To replace the sunroof stop: 1. Put the crossrails in the full rear position. 2. Using the tool, put the screws back into each side rail assembly. Make sure the screws are in the first hole in front of the crossrail.

There are four small storage compartments in the rear of your vehicle. One is on the passenger’s side, two are on the driver’s side and one is on the floor by the tailgate. To remove the covers, lift up on the tabs. If your vehicie has the i G - s p e ~ k ~ on the passenger’s side and the long compartment on the driver’s side will be equipped with speakers.

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Convenience Net Your vehicle may have a convenience net. The convenience net is designed to help keep small loads, like grocery bags, from falling over. Install the convenience net at the rear of your vehicle, just inside the liftgatehailgate opening. Attach both the upper and lower hooks to the loops on either side of the liftgate opening. The label on the net should be in the upper left corner. The convenience net has a maximum capacity of 100 Ibs. (45 kg). It is not designed to hold larger, heavier loads. Store such loads on the floor of your vehicle, as far forward as you can. When not in use, it is recommended that you take down the rear convenience net to extend its life and retain its elasticity, and to keep the rear exit clear. Store the net in one of the storage compartments. Cargo Cover If your vehicle has a cargo cover, you can use it to cover items in the rear of your vehicle. Pull the cover towards the rear of the vehicle and slide the ends in the slots to secure it. When it is not in use, take the ends out of the slots and allow the cover to roll back up.

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R-Br C-rvenience Cent-r

Removing the Extended Rear

- Convenience Center

1. Make sure that all items have been removed from

the top and the inside of the rear convenience center.

2. Remove the carpeted mat from the vehicle. 3. Lift the handle(s) on the top of the lid to open the

rear storage bin. The center lid will also need to be opened.

4. Remove the two nuts from

inside the rear storage bin. The nuts are located in the bottom of the bin. 5. Lift the rear storage bin and remove it from the rear

of the vehicle.

6. Remove the two nuts inside the forward storage bin. These nuts are located along the bottom of the center divider wall.

7. Lift the forward storage bin and remove it from the

rear of the vehicle.

If any removable convenience item isn’t secured properly, it can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to secure any such item properly.

Your vehicle may have a rear convenience center. The rear convenience center can be used to organize and store items in your vehicle. The extended rear convenience center, without the optional third row stowable seat, has a forward bin and rear bin. The rear convenience center, with the optional third row stowable seat, contains one storage bin. To use the convenience center, remove the carpeted mat and lift the handle(s) on the top of the lid to open the storage bin. The extended rear convenience center has a maximum weight capacity of 400 Ibs. (181.6 kg) on top. The shorter rear convenience center that comes with the optional third row stowable seat has a maximum weight capacity of 100 Ibs. (45.4 kg) on top.

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Replacing the Extended Rear Convenience Center 1. Make sure that all items have been removed from

the rear of the vehicle.

2. Remove the carpeted mat from the vehicle.

5. Lift the rear bin into the back of the vehicle. Place the rear bin over the center T-shaped wall on the forward bin. Push down to secure. Align the rear bin over the rear mounting bolts.

6. put the nuts back onto the mounting bolts and

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3. Lift the forward bin into the back of the vehicle.

Place the mounting brackets onto the forward mounting bolts on the floor of the vehicle.

4. Put the nuts back onto the mounting bolts and

tighten.

7. Push and pull on the rear storage system to make

sure that it is locked into place properly.

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Removing the Rear Convenience Center on Vehicles with the Third Row Stowable Seat 1. Make sure that all items have been removed from

the top and the inside of the rear convenience center.

2. Lift the handle(s) on the top of the lid to open the

storage bin.

Replacing the Rear Convenience Center on Vehicles with the Third Row Stowable Seat 1. Make sure that all items have been removed from

the rear of the vehicle.

3. Remove the two nuts from inside the storage bin.

The nuts are located in the bottom of the bin. If you are only removing the convenience center and not the stowable seat, you must replace these nuts once the bin is removed to secure the seat. 4. Lift the storage bin and remove it from the rear of

the vehicle.

2. Lift the bin into the back of the vehicle. Align the bin

over the rear mounting bolts.

3. Put the nuts back onto the mounting bolts and

tighten.

4. Push and pull on the rear storage system to make

sure that it is locked into place properly.

Sunroof

If your vehicle has a sunroof, the switch is located between the sun visors.

The sunroof switch will only work when the ignition is on or when the ignition is off and retained accessory power is active. See “Retained Accessory Power” under lgnition Positions on page 2-20 for more information.

Notice: Do not open the sunroof if the luggage carrier crossrails are not in the full rear position. This could cause damage to the sunroof glass panel and/or the crossrails. See “Roof Rack System” in the Index for more information. When vent opening the sunroof, the sunshade must be opened by hand. Press the rear of the switch to vent open the glass panel. Press the rear of the switch a second time and release it to express-open the glass panel. The glass panel and sunshade will fully open. When the glass panel is express opening, pressing the switch in either direction will stop it. If you press and hold the rear of the switch, the express-open operation will be overridden. To close the glass panel, press and hold the front of the switch until the glass panel stops.

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Vehicle Personalization Some of your vehicle’s features can be reset or customized according to your preference. The features you can program depend on the options that came with your vehicle. If your vehicle has a DIC, see DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-59 to customize your features. If you do not have the DIG, the following features can be customized according to the options that your vehicle has.

Entering Programming Mode

To program features, your vehicle must be in the programming mode. Follow these steps: 1. Turn the ignition key to ON. The gearshift must be

in PARK (P).

2. Press and hold the tripheset button, located next to the odometer for two seconds while the odometer is in the odometer mode.

PROGRAM

MODE

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3. This message will appear in the message center,

located in the instrument panel cluster, as an indication that your vehicle is ready to begin programming. If you have the remote keyless entry system, you must press the LOCK button. This lets the system know which transmitter is being personalized, because each can be personalized differently.

You can now program your choices. To exit the programming mode, follow the steps listed under Exiting Programming Mode on page 2-56.

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Headlamp Exit Delay This feature allows you to customize the headlamps and parking lamps. Programmable Modes

Mode 1: Off (The headlamps and parking lamps will turn off at the same time that the ignition is turned to OFF.) Mode 2: 15-Second Activation (The headlamps and parking lamps will stay on for 15 seconds when the ignition is turned to OFF.) Mode 3: 30-Second Activation (The headlamps and parking lamps will stay on for 30 seconds when the ignition is turned to OFF.) Mode 4: 60-Second Activation (The headlamps and parking lamps will stay on for 60 seconds when the ignition is turned to OFF.) R p f ~ p y ~ I r programmed in Mode 3. The mode to which the vehicle has been programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following:

\phi~Ir? was shipped from the factory. it was

1 . Follow the instructions for Entering Programming

Mode on page 2-50

2. Turn the exterior lamp control from the off position

to the parking lamp position.

3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number

of chimes indicates the vehicle’s current programmed mode. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

4. Turn the exterior lamp control from the off position

to the parking lamp position to change the current mode.

5. Turn the exterior lamp control from the off position

to the parking lamp position until you hear the number of chimes corresponding to the mode selection you want.

The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit programming mode by following the instructions later in thls section or program tne nexi ieature avaiiauie on your vehicle.

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Automatic Door LocWUnlock This feature allows you to lock and unlock your doors automatically. Programmable Modes Mode 2: Automatic Door Locking Only

Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed; all doors will lock automatically. The automatic door unlock feature is turned off.

Mode 3: Automatic Door Locking with shift out of PARK (P)/Driver’s Door Unlocking with shift into PARK (P)

Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed; all doors will lock automatically. Shift into PARK (P) with the ignition on; driver’s door only will unlock automatically.

Mode 4: Automatic Door Locking with shift out of PARK (P)/AII Door Unlocking with shift into PARK (P)

Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed; all doors will lock automatically. Shift into PARK (P) with the ignition on; all doors will unlock automatically.

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Mode 5: Automatic Door Locking with shift out of PARK (P)/Driver’s Door Unlocking with Key Removal

ignition on and

Shift out of PARK (P) with the the driver’s door closed; all doors will lock automatically. Remove the key; only the driver’s door will unlock automatically.

Mode 6: Automatic Door Locking with shift out of PARK (P)/AII Door Unlocking with Key Removal

Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed; all doors will lock automatically. Remove the ignition key; all doors will unlock automatically.

Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed in Mode 4. The mode to which the vehicle has been programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your