2004 Buick Rendezvous Owners Manual

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This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modiﬁcations to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Your vehicle’s key can be used for the ignition as well as the driver’s door lock, 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® III 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® III key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle. See PASS-Key® III on page 2-17 for more information on programming your new key. Notice: you may have to damage the vehicle to get in. Be sure you have spare keys. If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle, see Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6 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 OnStar® System on page 2-33 for more information. If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle, 2-4 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: (cid:127) Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. (cid:127) 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. (cid:127) 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. Remote Keyless Entry System 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. UNLOCK: Press UNLOCK to unlock only the driver’s door. If you press UNLOCK again within ﬁve seconds, the passengers’ doors and the liftgate will unlock. See “Liftgate Release” under Liftgate on page 2-11 for more information. The UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter will disarm the content theft-deterrent system. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-15 for more information. 2-5 (cid:127) If you would like to program the way the headlamps and parking lamps operate with remote unlock conﬁrmation, and your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-64. 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 2-15 for more information. If you would like to program the way the headlamps, parking lamps and horn operate with remote lock conﬁrmation, and your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-64. REAR: To unlock the liftgate, press REAR. See Liftgate on page 2-11 for more information. Remote Alarm L: Press the button with the horn symbol to make the headlamps and parking lamps ﬂash and the horn sound. This will allow you to attract attention, if needed. Press the button with 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. 2-6 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years. 1. Insert a ﬂat object, such as a coin, into the slot on the side of the transmitter and twist to separate the halves. 2. Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter. Do not use the metal ﬂanges to “pop out” the battery. 3. Replace the battery. 4. Reassemble the transmitter. Make sure the halves are snapped together tightly so water will not get in. 5. Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for seven seconds to synchronize the transmitter. United States Canada 6. Check the transmitter operation. 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. Notice: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. 2-7 There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter. To unlock the driver’s door from the outside with the key, insert the key and turn it toward the front of the vehicle. To lock the driver’s door from the outside with your key, insert the key and turn it toward the rear of the vehicle. To unlock either manual locking front door from the inside, pull back on the manual lever. To lock either front door from the inside, push the manual lever forward. Doors and Locks Door Locks {CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. (cid:127) Passengers — especially children — can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive. (cid:127) 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. (cid:127) 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. 2-8 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. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-64 to program the delayed locking feature. 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 lock switches. Instead, each rear door has a manual lever that works only that door’s lock. If your vehicle has the content theft-deterrent system, the power door lock switch may cause the system to arm. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-15 for more information. 2-9 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 out of PARK (P). All of the doors will automatically 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 Entry System Operation on page 2-5 for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-64 to program the automatic door lock feature. 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. 2-10 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. Lockout Protection The lockout protection feature may prevent you from locking your key in your vehicle. Pressing the power door lock switch will lock all doors, then unlock the driver’s door, if the key is in the ignition when a door is opened. 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. Liftgate {CAUTION: 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: (cid:127) Make sure all other windows are shut. (cid:127) Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle. See “Climate Control System” in the Index. If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. 2-11 (cid:127) Your vehicle is equipped with a liftgate release touchpad, located on the inner side of the liftgate handle. To open the liftgate using the touchpad, do the following: 1. Put the vehicle in PARK (P). 2. Unlock all of the doors. 3. Lift up on the liftgate handle. If your vehicle has a remote keyless entry transmitter, you may unlock the liftgate by pressing the REAR button on the transmitter, then open the liftgate manually by lifting up on the liftgate handle. Liftgate Release Liftgate Handle 2-12 Windows {CAUTION: 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. 2-13 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. 2-14 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. 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 block out glare. 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. 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 will ﬂash slowly to let you know that the system has been armed. While armed, the doors will not unlock with the power door lock switch. 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 any time the alarm sounds. See “Liftgate Release” under Liftgate on page 2-11 for more information on how to open the liftgate when the content theft-deterrent system is armed. 2-15 If LOCK is pressed on your remote keyless entry transmitter twice within ﬁve seconds, any door can be manually unlocked and opened within ﬁve seconds after the security light begins to ﬂash, without sounding the alarm. A door unlocked manually will remain unlocked until locked again. Disarming with Your Key Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key to unlock the driver’s door. The security light will stop 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. 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. Within ﬁve seconds after the security light begins to ﬂash, any door can be manually unlocked and opened, without sounding the alarm. A door unlocked manually will remain unlocked until locked again. Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Your alarm system will arm when you press LOCK once 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. Within the 30 second delay after the security light comes on, and an additional ﬁve seconds after the light begins to ﬂash, any door can be manually unlocked and opened, without sounding the alarm. 2-16 PASS-Key® III Your PASS-Key® III 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 interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modiﬁcations to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. PASS-Key® III uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle. PASS-Key® III Operation Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key® III (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key® III 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® III 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. 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. 2-17 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 5-109. 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® III to have a new key made. It is possible for the PASS-Key® III decoder to program the transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up to 10 additional keys may be programmed for the vehicle. This procedure is for programming 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® III to have keys made and programmed to the system. See your dealer who can service PASS-Key® III 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® III 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. 3. After the engine has started, turn the key to OFF, and remove the key. 4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to ON within 10 seconds of removing the previous key. 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® III system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key® III system at this time. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key® III key, see your dealer who can service PASS-Key® III to have a new key made. 2-18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not 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). (cid:127) Do not drive at any one speed — fast or slow — for the ﬁrst 500 miles (805 km). Do not make full-throttle starts. (cid:127) Avoid making hard stops for the ﬁrst 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings are not 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. (cid:127) Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Towing a Trailer on page 4-42 for more information. 2-19 (cid:127) 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. 2-20 If your key seems stuck in OFF and you Notice: 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 while 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 pushed or towed. 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 display some instrument panel warning lights. 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. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Shifting into PARK (P) with the vehicle moving could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine warms up. 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 do not, your engine might not perform properly. 2-21 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 (0°C), 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 110-volt AC outlet. {CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a ﬁre. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will not reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps. 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area. 2-22 Automatic Transaxle Operation 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 is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot 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 must 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. 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 2-29 for more information. {CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not 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 will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-27. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-42. 2-23 Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing may damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Be sure the engine is not racing when shifting your vehicle. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you are: (cid:127) Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. (cid:127) Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. You will shift down to the next gear and have more power. Notice: Driving your vehicle if you notice that it is moving slowly or not shifting gears as you increase speed may damage the transaxle. Have your vehicle serviced right away. You can drive in SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 km/h) and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) for higher speeds until then. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 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 does not connect with the wheels. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. {CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is 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. Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed. 2-24 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): (cid:127) When driving on hilly, winding roads (cid:127) When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears (cid:127) When going down a steep hill SECOND (2): This position gives you more power, but lower fuel economy than THIRD (3). You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. Notice: Driving in SECOND (2) for more than 25 miles (40 km) or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h) may damage the transaxle. Also, shifting into SECOND (2) at speeds above 65 mph (105 km/h) can cause damage. Drive in THIRD (3) or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) instead of SECOND (2). If your vehicle seems to start up rather Notice: 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 shift lever is put in FIRST (1), the transaxle will not downshift into ﬁrst gear until the vehicle is going slow enough. Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transaxle. If you are stuck, do not spin the tires. When stopping on a hill, use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place. 2-25 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 overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-42. That section shows what to do ﬁrst to keep the trailer from moving. 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 3-44. 2-26 Shifting Into Park (P) {CAUTION: 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 will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-42. 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake with your left foot. 2. To move the shift lever into PARK (P), do the following: 2.1. Pull the lever toward you. 2-27 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running {CAUTION: 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. Do not leave your vehicle with the engine running. If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is ﬁrmly set before you leave it. After you have moved the shift lever into PARK (P), hold 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 was not fully locked into PARK (P). 2.2. 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). 2-28 Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may ﬁnd it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called torque lock. To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To ﬁnd out how, see Shifting Into Park (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 some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). Shifting Out of Park (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK (P) when the ignition is in the OFF position. In addition, you must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P), when the ignition is in the ON position. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-23. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way up 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 the transaxle to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the gear you want. 5. Have the system ﬁxed as soon as you can. 2-29 Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust {CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: (cid:127) Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. (cid:127) Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. (cid:127) Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. (cid:127) Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. (cid:127) Repairs were not done correctly. (cid:127) Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modiﬁed improperly. If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle: (cid:127) Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and (cid:127) Have your vehicle ﬁxed immediately. {CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-30 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. {CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust on page 2-30. Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the climate control 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 on page 4-28. {CAUTION: 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. Do not 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 will not move, even when you are 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 will not move. See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-27. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-42. 2-31 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from lights behind you, pull the lever toward you to for the night position. To return the mirror to the day position, push the lever away from you. The mirror’s two outer buttons operate the lights on the bottom sides of the mirror. Outside Power Mirror The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door armrest. 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. 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 3-64 for information on how to turn this feature on and off. 2-32 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. {CAUTION: 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. 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 3-28. OnStar® System OnStar® uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information and convenience services. A complete OnStar® user’s guide and the terms and conditions of the OnStar® Subscription Service Agreement are included in your vehicle’s glove box literature. For more information, visit www.onstar.com, contact OnStar® at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827), or press the blue OnStar® button to speak to an OnStar® advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required prior to delivery of OnStar® services and prepaid calling minutes are also required for OnStar® Personal Calling and OnStar® Virtual Advisor use. Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www.onstar.com. 2-33 Luxury and Leisure Plan (cid:127) All Directions and Connections Plan services (cid:127) Personal Concierge 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 and no additional roaming charges. To ﬁnd out more about OnStar® Personal Calling, refer to the OnStar® user’s guide in your vehicle’s glove box, or call OnStar® at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827). OnStar® Virtual Advisor With OnStar® Virtual Advisor you can listen to the news, entertainment and informative topics, such as traffic and weather reports. You are able to listen and reply to your e-mail through your vehicle’s speakers. OnStar® Services One of the following plans is normally included for a speciﬁc duration with each vehicle equipped with OnStar®. You can upgrade or extend your OnStar® service plan to meet your needs. Safe and Sound Plan (cid:127) Automatic Notiﬁcation of Air Bag Deployment (cid:127) Emergency Services (cid:127) Roadside Assistance (cid:127) Stolen Vehicle Assistance (cid:127) AccidentAssist (cid:127) Remote Door Unlock (cid:127) Remote Diagnostics (cid:127) Online Concierge Directions and Connections Plan (cid:127) All Safe and Sound Plan services (cid:127) Route Support (cid:127) RideAssist Information and Convenience Services 2-34 (cid:127) HomeLink® Transmitter HomeLink, a combined universal transmitter and receiver, provides a 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 1−800−355−3515. 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 an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. 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. If you have a newer garage door opener with rolling codes, please be sure to follow steps 6 through 8 to complete the programming of your HomeLink® Transmitter. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the HomeLink® Transmitter. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you in programming the transmitter. 2-35 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 “Erasing HomeLink® Buttons” or, for assistance, contact HomeLink® on the internet at: www.homelink.com or by calling 1-800-355-3515. 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: 1. 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. 2. 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. 2-36 3. 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. 4. 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. 5. 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). 6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” or “Smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit. 7. 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. 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. 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 HomeLink®” 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 been successfully accepted by HomeLink®. The indicator light will ﬂash slowly at ﬁrst and then rapidly. Proceed with Step 4 under “Programming HomeLink®” to complete. 2-37 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. 2-38 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 from lowering too far. Open the glove box until the door is partway open, then pull the door down if you need it fully opened. To close the glove box, the door must be pushed up past the detent. To lock the glovebox, put 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 for larger beverage items. Remove the liners by lifting them out. Your vehicle has cupholders located in the rear seat 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. If your vehicle has a stowable seat, there are cupholders in the center of the seat. 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 If your vehicle has an overhead console it may contain compartments for storage and sunglasses and HomeLink® Transmitter buttons. If your vehicle has the OnStar® System, the OnStar® buttons will replace the storage compartment. See OnStar® System on page 2-33 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 forward. Then pull the compartment down to the full open position. 2-39 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. Rear Storage Area 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 vehicle has the 10-speaker system, the compartment on the passenger’s side and the long compartment on the driver’s side will be equipped with speakers. 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 two storage compartments. 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. 2-40 Roof Rack System {CAUTION: 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. Notice: Damage may be caused to the roof of your vehicle if anything is placed directly on the roof. 2-41 Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 0-0. 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 XM™ Satellite Radio System. Notice: Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that weighs more than 220 lbs (100 kg) or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests on the slats as far forward as possible and against the side rails, making sure to fasten it securely. When you carry cargo on the luggage carrier of a proper size and weight, put it on the slats and distribute the weight evenly. Then slide the crossrail up against 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. 2-42 Your luggage carrier has release levers within the end of each crossrail support. To adjust the crossrail(s), the sunroof stop (A) must be removed. To remove the sunroof stop, do the following: 1. Find 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. 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, push the release lever down. This will lock the crossrails in place. Notice: Opening the sunroof when the luggage rack crossrails are not in the full-rear position could cause damage to the sunroof or luggage rack. Verify the luggage rack crossrails are in the full-rear position before opening the sunroof. When you are done using the crossrails you must replace the sunroof stop. To replace the sunroof stop, do the following: 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. 2-43 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 liftgate/tailgate 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 lbs. (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 the vehicle. Remove the cover from its pouch and place the loops found on each corner of the cover, over the four pegs in each corner of the rear if the vehicle. When it is not in use, fold up the cover and return it to the pouch. Rear Convenience Center {CAUTION: If any removable convenience item is not 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 lbs. (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 lbs. (45.4 kg) on top. 2-44 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. 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. 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. 2-45 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. 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. 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 tighten. 7. Push and pull on the rear storage system to make sure that it is locked into place properly. 2-46 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. 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. 2-47 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 Ignition Positions on page 2-20 for more information. Notice: Opening the sunroof when the luggage rack crossrails are not in the full-rear position could cause damage to the sunroof or luggage rack. Verify the luggage rack crossrails are in the full-rear position before opening the sunroof. 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. 2-48 Vehicle Personalization Memory Seat If your vehicle has this feature, the controls are located on the driver’s door panel and are used to store and recall the driver’s seat position and outside rearview mirror position. To store a seat position, do the following: 1. Adjust the driver’s seat and the outside rearview mirrors to the position you would like for driving. 2. Press and hold memory button 1 for more than three seconds. A double beep will sound when the memory seat and mirror position have been stored. To store the seat and outside rearview mirror positions for a second driver, follow the previous steps, but press button 2 instead. To recall your stored positions, your vehicle must be in PARK (P). Push and release the memory button (1 or 2) corresponding to the desired driving position. The seat and the outside rearview mirrors will move to the position previously stored for the identiﬁed driver. You will hear one beep. To store an exit position for each driver, do the following: 1. Move the seat to the desired exit position. 2. Hold the button with the exit symbol, located below the memory buttons, for more than three seconds. The exit position stored will be for the most recently selected driving position (1 or 2). A double beep will sound when the exit position is stored. To use the exit feature, your vehicle must be in PARK (P). Push and release the button with the exit symbol and the seat will move to the exit position stored for the most recently selected driver. You will hear one beep. To stop recall movement of the seat at any time, press one of the three memory buttons or one of the power seat controls located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat. If your vehicle is equipped with a Driver Information Center (DIC), you can use it to program certain functions of the memory seats. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-64. 2-49 ✍ NOTES 2-50 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...............................3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................3-6 Other Warning Devices ...................................3-7 Horn .............................................................3-7 Tilt Wheel .....................................................3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever .........................3-8 Exterior Lamps .............................................3-14 Interior Lamps ..............................................3-16 Instrument Panel Switchbank ..........................3-21 Head-Up Display (HUD) .................................3-21 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ..............3-24 Accessory Power Outlets ...............................3-27 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ........................3-28 Climate Controls ............................................3-28 Climate Control System .................................3-28 Dual Climate Control System ..........................3-32 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...........3-35 Outlet Adjustment .........................................3-38 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators .............3-39 Instrument Panel Cluster ................................3-40 Speedometer and Odometer ...........................3-41 Tachometer .................................................3-42 Safety Belt Reminder Light .............................3-43 Air Bag Readiness Light ................................3-43 Brake System Warning Light ..........................3-44 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light .............3-45 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ...3-45 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ..................3-46 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............................3-46 Fuel Gage ...................................................3-49 Message Center .............................................3-50 Service Traction System Warning Message ......3-50 Traction Active Message ................................3-51 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message ..................................................3-51 Charging System Indicator Message ................3-52 Low Oil Pressure Message ............................3-52 Change Engine Oil Message ..........................3-53 Low Tire Message ........................................3-54 Door Ajar Warning Message ...........................3-54 Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message ..................3-54 PASS-Key® III Security Message ....................3-55 All-Wheel Drive Disable Warning Message .......3-55 Low Washer Fluid Warning Message ...............3-56 Low Fuel Warning Message ...........................3-56 Low Brake Fluid Warning Message .................3-57 3-1 Section 3 Instrument Panel Service Vehicle Soon Message .......................3-57 Program Mode Message ................................3-58 Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Battery Low Warning Message ......................................3-58 Parking Lamp Warning Message .....................3-59 Highbeam Out Warning Message ....................3-59 Driver Information Center (DIC) .......................3-60 DIC Controls and Displays .............................3-62 DIC Vehicle Personalization ............................3-64 Audio System(s) .............................................3-73 Setting the Time ...........................................3-73 Radio with CD ..............................................3-74 Radio with Cassette and CD ..........................3-85 Radio with Six-Disc CD .................................3-98 Navigation/Radio System ..............................3-112 Rear Seat Entertainment System ...................3-113 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ................................3-126 Theft-Deterrent Feature ................................3-128 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ......................3-129 DVD Distortion ............................................3-129 Understanding Radio Reception ....................3-130 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ...............3-130 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ........................3-131 Care of Your CD and DVD Player .................3-131 Cleaning Your DVD Player ...........................3-131 Integrated Windshield Antenna ......................3-132 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System (48 Contiguous US States) ........................3-132 3-2 ✍ NOTES 3-3 Instrument Panel Overview 3-4 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Exterior/Interior Lamps Control. See Exterior Lamps on page 3-14 and Interior Lamps on page 3-16. B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-8. C. Hazard Warning Flasher Switch. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6. D. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-40. E. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-23. F. Instrument Panel Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-38. G. Audio System. See Audio System(s) on page 3-73. H. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-129. I. Head-Up Display Switch and Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 3-21 and DIC Controls and Displays on page 3-62. J. Hood Release. See Hood Release on page 5-11. K. Ignition Switch. See Ignition Positions on page 2-20. L. Climate Controls. See Climate Control System on page 3-28, Dual Climate Control System on page 3-32 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 3-35. M. Instrument Panel Switchbank. See Instrument Panel Switchbank on page 3-21. N. Front Armrest Storage. See Front Armrest Storage Area on page 2-40. O. Ashtray/Cigarette Lighter/Accessory Power Outlet/Cell Phone Storage/Purse Storage/Cupholders. See Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter on page 3-28, Accessory Power Outlets on page 3-27, Cell Phone Storage Area on page 2-39, Floor Console Storage Area on page 2-40 and Cupholder(s) on page 2-39. P. Floor Console Fuse Block. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-109. Q. Glove Box. See Glove Box on page 2-39. 3-5 Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located on top of the steering column. Your hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. Press the button again to turn the ﬂashers off. When the hazard warning ﬂashers are on, the turn signals won’t work. Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. 3-6 Other Warning Devices If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Horn You can sound the horn by pressing the center of your steering wheel. Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place. 3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: (cid:127) G Turn and Lane-Change Signals (cid:127) 5 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Flash-to-Pass (cid:127) N Windshield Wipers (cid:127) L Windshield Washer (cid:127) I Cruise Control 3-8 Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is ﬁnished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster and the HUD display will ﬂash in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to ﬂash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrow ﬂashes faster than normal, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-109. (cid:127) If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps, the signal indicator will ﬂash at a normal rate even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. Check the front and rear turn signal lamps regularly to make sure they are working. Turn Signal On Chime If either turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 mile (1,2 km), a chime will sound to let the driver know to turn it off. If you need to leave the signal on for more than 3/4 mile (1,2 km), turn off the signal and then turn it back on. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low to high, push the turn signal lever away from you. Then release it. To change the headlamps from high to low, pull the lever toward you. When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument panel cluster and the HUD display, will also be on. Flash-to-Pass When the headlamps are off, pull the lever toward you to momentarily switch on the high beams. This will signal that you are going to pass. When you release the lever, they will turn off. Windshield Wipers WIPER: Turn the band marked WIPER to control the windshield wipers. MIST: For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer. Delay: For delayed wiping cycles, you can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to LO, the shorter the delay time. LO: For steady wiping cycles at low speed, turn the band away from you to the LO position. HI: For high-speed wiping, turn the band away from you to the HI position. OFF: To stop the wipers, turn the band to OFF. 3-9 Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they are frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. Windshield Washer L: To wash your windshield, push and hold the paddle with the windshield washer symbol. The washers and wipers will operate. When you release the paddle, the washers will stop, and the wipers will continue to operate for two cycles, unless your wipers were already on. In that case, the wipers will resume the wiper speed you selected earlier. {CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer ﬂuid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. 3-10 Rear Window Washer/Wiper The rear window washer/wiper switch is located in the instrument panel switchbank. Push the wiper symbol on the top of the switch to turn on the intermittent wiper. To turn off the wiper, gently push the bottom of the switch. To wash and wipe the rear window, push in the washer symbol on the bottom of the switch. Washer ﬂuid will spray as long as the switch is held in. When the switch is released, the wiper will continue to cycle three more times. There is only one washer ﬂuid reservoir for the front and rear windshield wipers. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-37. To wash the rear window while the rear wiper is already on, push the bottom of the switch. Push in the top of the switch to continue the intermittent wiper cycle after the washing cycle is completed. Cruise Control {CAUTION: (cid:127) Cruise control can be dangerous where you can not drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. (cid:127) Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-11. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise control back on. Setting Cruise Control {CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. 1. Move the cruise control switch, located on the turn signal/multifunction lever, to ON. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Press the SET button at the end of the lever and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 3-11 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you do not need to reset it. Once you are going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch from ON to resume/accelerate (R/A) brieﬂy. You will go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. If you hold the switch at R/A, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the switch at R/A. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to increase speed while using cruise control: (cid:127) Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press the SET button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You will now cruise at the higher speed. (cid:127) Move the cruise switch from ON to R/A. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to R/A brieﬂy and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1,6 km/h) faster. The accelerate feature will work whether or not you have set an initial cruise control speed. Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce speed while using cruise control: (cid:127) Press the SET button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, press the SET button brieﬂy. Each time you do this, you will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower. 3-12 (cid:127) Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers ﬁnd this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills. Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: (cid:127) Step lightly on the brake pedal (cid:127) Move the cruise control switch to OFF Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased. 3-13 Exterior Lamps The control on the left side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp control has three positions: AUTO (Automatic Headlamp Control/Off): Turning the control to this position will activate the automatic headlamps when it is dark enough outside and turn off all lamps and lights during the day except for the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). < (Parking Lamps): Turning the control to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following: Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights 5 (Headlamps): Turning the control to this position turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights. Lamps on Reminder If the driver’s door is opened and you turn the ignition to OFF while leaving the lamps on, you will hear a warning chime. 3-14 (cid:127) (cid:127) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be sure it is not covered. The DRL system will make your reduced intensity high-beam headlamps come on in daylight when the following conditions are met: The ignition is on The exterior lamps control is in AUTO The shift lever is not in PARK (P) When the DRL are on, only your reduced intensity high-beam headlamps will be on. Your instrument panel will not be lit up. When it is dark enough outside, the exterior lamps will come on automatically. When it is bright enough outside, the exterior lamps will go out and the DRL will turn on. Of course, you may still turn on the headlamps any time you need to. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it. Automatic Headlamp System When the exterior lamps control is turned to AUTO, the headlamps and parking lamps will come on automatically when it is dark enough outside. The lamps will come on automatically if the following conditions are met: It is dark enough outside The ignition is in ON The parking brake is released The exterior lamps control is in the AUTO position 3-15 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Fog Lamps Interior Lamps The fog lamp button is located on the exterior lamp control. Your interior lamps control is located below the exterior lamps control. Instrument Panel Brightness Press the knob to extend it. Turn the knob to adjust the instrument panel brightness. Press the knob in when not in use. Push the FOG PUSH button to turn the fog lamps on. The FOG light, located next to the fog lamp button, will come on to indicate when the fog lamps are on. To turn off the fog lamps, press the fog lamp button or turn the ignition off. If you turn on the fog lamps while the DRL are on, the parking lamps will turn on automatically. Your fog lamps will go off when you switch to high beams. When you return to low beam, the fog lamps will come back on. Using your high beams in fog is not

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