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around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake
on page 2-39. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to RUN, but do
not start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer for service.
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position.
The ignition should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK.
Contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer if service is required. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanism Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.
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(cid:127) (cid:127) Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.
To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake.
Contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer if service is required. Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect.
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiï¬ed below by name, part number, or speciï¬cation may be obtained from your dealer. Usage
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
Hydraulic Brake
System
Windshield
Washer
Power Steering
System
Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certiï¬ed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench® oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 5-15. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24. Delco® Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.
GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent.
GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in Canada 89021186).
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(cid:127) (cid:127) Usage
Automatic Transaxle
Key Lock Cylinders
Chassis
Lubrication
Carrier
Assembly — Differential (Rear Drive Module) and Transfer Case
(Power
Transfer Unit) Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary
Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor,
and
Release Pawl
Fluid/Lubricant
Usage
Fluid/Lubricant
Hood and Door Hinges, Rear Folding Seat,
Fuel Door
Hinge, Liftgate
Hinges and Power Sliding Door Cable
Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474).
Sliding Door
Track
Weatherstrip Conditioning
Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 992887).
DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
VERSATRAK® Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12378514, in Canada 88901045).
Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiï¬ed below by name, part number, or speciï¬cation can be obtained from your dealer.
Part
GM Part Number
ACDelco® Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
3.5L V6 Engine 3.9L V6 Engine
Engine Oil Filter
3.5L V6 Engine 3.9L V6 Engine
Passenger Compartment Air Filter Spark Plugs
3.5L V6 Engine 3.9L V6 Engine
Windshield Wiper Blades
Driver’s Side — 22.0 inches (55.0 cm) Passenger’s Side — 24.0 inches (60.0 cm) Rear — 16.0 inches (40.0 cm)
10354945
1522251025010792
89017342
1032253812568387
1259113112335833
12335834
15192147— —
PF47
PF61
CF12341-101
41-100— — —
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Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
Maintenance Record
Date
Odometer Reading
Serviced By
Maintenance I or Maintenance II
Services Performed
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Date
Odometer Reading
Serviced By
Maintenance I or Maintenance II
Services Performed
Maintenance Record (cont’d)
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Date
Odometer Reading
Serviced By
Maintenance I or Maintenance II
Services Performed
Maintenance Record (cont’d)
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Section 7
Customer Assistance and Information
Customer Assistance and Information ...............7-2
Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......................7-2
Online Owner Center ......................................7-4
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY)Users ........................................................7-4
Customer Assistance Offices ............................7-4
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ................7-6
Roadside Assistance Program ..........................7-6
Courtesy Transportation ...................................7-8
Vehicle Data Collection and Event DataRecorders ................................................7-10
Collision Damage Repair ................................7-11Reporting Safety Defects ................................7-14
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States
Government ..............................................7-14
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian
Government ..............................................7-15
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors .....7-15
Service Publications Ordering Information .........7-157-1
Customer Assistance and Information
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Buick. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your GM dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, the following steps should be taken:
STEP ONE: Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service, or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager.
STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Buick Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Vehicle Identiï¬cation Number. This is available from
the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel. (cid:127) Dealership name and location (cid:127) Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Buick, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. That is why we suggest you follow Step One ï¬rst if you have a concern.
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STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisï¬ed with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisï¬ed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should ï¬le with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to ï¬ling a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you.
You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll-free telephone number or write them at the following address:
BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800
Arlington, VA 22203-1838
Telephone: 1-800-955-5100This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage and other factors. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation in this program.
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Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Buick by dialing: 1-800-83-BUICK. TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.
Customer Assistance Offices Buick encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. However, if a customer wishes to write or e-mail Buick, refer to the addresses below.
Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. Speciï¬c vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: (cid:127) Get e-mail service reminders. (cid:127) Access information about your speciï¬c vehicle,
including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner’s manual (United States only).
(cid:127) Keep track of your vehicle’s service history and
maintenance schedule. Find GM dealers for service nationwide.
(cid:127) Receive special promotions and privileges only
available to members (United States only).
Refer to the web for updated information. To register your vehicle, visit www.MyGMLink.com (United States) or My GM Canada within www.gmcanada.com (Canada).
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(cid:127) Overseas — Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance
General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma # 2740
Col. Lomas de Bezares C.P. 11910, Mexico, D.F. 01-800-508-0000
Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0 800United States — Customer Assistance
Buick Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33136
Detroit, MI 48232-5136
www.Buick.com 1-800-521-7300
1-800-832-8425 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-252-1112
Fax Number: 313-381-0022From Puerto Rico:
1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 313-381-0022
From U.S. Virgin Islands
1-800-496-9994
Fax Number: 313-381-0022Canada — Customer Assistance
General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-68007-5
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
This program, available to qualiï¬ed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle, such as hand controls or a wheelchair/scooter lift. The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, visit gmmobility.com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935. GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830.
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Roadside Assistance Program Call 1-800-252-1112 for Buick Roadside Assistance. As the proud owner of a new Buick vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Buick Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road. Call Buick’s Roadside Assistance toll-free number at 1-800-252-1112
to speak with a Buick Roadside Assistance representative 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We will provide the following services during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period, at no expense to you:Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel, $5 maximum, for the customer to get to the nearest service station. Lock-out Service (identiï¬cation required): Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement key will be covered within 10 miles (16 km).
(cid:127) Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest dealership for
warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow.
(cid:127) (cid:127) Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge. The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure. Jump Start: No-start occurrences which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge.
(cid:127) Dealer Locator Service In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Buick’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty. However, when other services are utilized, our Roadside Assistance Representatives will explain any payment obligations you might incur. For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the following to the Roadside Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Your name, home address, and home telephone
number. Telephone number of your location. Location of the vehicle.
(cid:127) Model, year, color, and license plate number. (cid:127) Mileage, Vehicle Identiï¬cation Number, and delivery
date of the vehicle.
(cid:127) Description of the problem.
While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family. Remember, we are only a phone call away. Buick Roadside Assistance: 1-800-252-1112, text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438. Buick reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Buick’s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Buick reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notiï¬cation. Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive roadside assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book.
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(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Courtesy Transportation To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to customers in conjunction with the Bumper-to-Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required. This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs. Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, you should contact your dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience. If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service, you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the same day repair.
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Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following: Shuttle Service Participating dealers can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule. This includes one-way or round trip shuttle service to a destination up to 10 miles (16 km) from the dealership. Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement of public transportation expenses may be available, for up to a maximum of ï¬ve days. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available, up to a ï¬ve-day maximum. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts.
Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair. Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum amount per day and must be supported by receipts. This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state, local and rental vehicle provider requirements. Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc. You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair. Generally it is not possible to provide a like-vehicle as a courtesy rental.
Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for speciï¬c information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty, alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion.
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Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations. Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash event by computer systems, such as those commonly called event data recorders (EDR). In a crash event, computer systems, such as the Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such as data related to engine speed, brake application, throttle position, vehicle speed, safety belt usage, airbag readiness, airbag performance, and the severity of a collision. If your vehicle is equipped with StabiliTrak®, steering performance, including yaw rate, steering wheel angle, and lateral acceleration, is also recorded. This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety.
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Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, these on-board systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of vehicle occupants. To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data is required. GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than: (cid:127) with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the
vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, in response to an official request of police or similar government office, as part of GM’s defense of litigation through the discovery process, or as required by law.
In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may:
use the data for GM research needs,
(cid:127) make it available for research where appropriate
conï¬dentiality is to be maintained and need is shown, or share summary data which is not tied to a speciï¬c vehicle with non-GM organizations for research purposes.
(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data. If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar®, please check the OnStar® subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection.
Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualiï¬ed technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts. Poorly performed collision repairs will diminish your vehicle’s resale value, and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions. Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as the parts with which your vehicle was originally built. Genuine GM Collision parts are your best choice to assure that your vehicle’s designed appearance, durability and safety are preserved. The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain your GM New Vehicle Warranty.
Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair. These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior accidents. In most cases, the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle. A recycled original equipment GM part, may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle’s originally designed appearance and safety performance, however, the history of these parts is not known. Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by that warranty. Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for your vehicle. As a result, these parts may ï¬t poorly, exhibit premature durability/corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions. Aftermarket parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty. Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs. Your GM dealer may have a collision repair center with GM-trained technicians and state of the art equipment, or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM-trained technicians and comparable equipment.
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Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There are signiï¬cant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms. Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts. Some insurance companies will not specify aftermarket collision parts. When purchasing insurance, we recommend that you assure your vehicle will be repaired with GM original equipment collision parts. If such insurance coverage is not available from your current insurance carrier, consider switching to another insurance carrier. If your vehicle is leased, the leasing company may require you to have insurance that assures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts. Read your lease carefully, as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs.
If an Accident Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in an accident.
Try to relax and then check to make sure you are all right. If you are uninjured, make sure that no one else in your vehicle, or the other vehicle, is injured. If there has been an injury, call 911 for help. Do not leave the scene of an accident until all matters have been taken care of. Move your vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer.
(cid:127) Give only the necessary and requested information to police and other parties involved in the accident. Do not discuss your personal condition, mental frame of mind, or anything unrelated to the accident. This will help guard against post-accident legal action. If you need roadside assistance, call GM Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6 for more information.
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(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) If your vehicle cannot be driven, know where the towing service will be taking it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver’s name, the service’s name, and the phone number.
(cid:127) Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away. Make sure this includes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle.
(cid:127) Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone number, driver’s license number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle Identiï¬cation Number (VIN), insurance company and policy number, and a general description of the damage to the other vehicle.
If possible, call your insurance company from the scene of the accident. They will walk you through the information they will need. If they ask for a police report, phone or go to the police department headquarters the next day and you can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee. In some states with “no fault†insurance laws, a report may not be necessary. This is especially true if there are no injuries and both vehicles are driveable.
(cid:127) Choose a reputable collision repair facility for your
vehicle. Whether you select a GM dealer or a private collision repair facility to ï¬x the damage, make sure you are comfortable with them. Remember, you will have to feel comfortable with their work for a long time.
(cid:127) Once you have an estimate, read it carefully and
make sure you understand what work will be performed on your vehicle. If you have a question, ask for an explanation. Reputable shops welcome this opportunity.
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(cid:127) (cid:127) Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there. Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be covered by your GM vehicle warranty. Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must live with the repair. Depending on your policy limits, your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts. Discuss this with your repair professional, and insist on Genuine GM parts. Remember if your vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts, even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost. If another party’s insurance company is paying for the repairs, you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company’s collision policy repair limits, as you have no contractual limits with that company. In such cases, you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within reasonable limits.
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Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it ï¬nds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline.
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may call them at 1-800-333-0510 or write to:
Transport Canada Place de Ville Tower C 330 Sparks Street Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify us. Please call us at 1-800-521-7300, or write:
Buick Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33136
Detroit, MI 48232-5136In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and speciï¬cations for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases.
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Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE (1-800-463-7483). Owner’s Information Owner publications are written speciï¬cally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com Or you can write to:Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery. Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U.S. funds.
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A
Accessories and Modiï¬cations ............................ 5-3
Accessory Inflator ........................................... 5-68
Accessory Power Outlet(s) ............................... 3-24
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-EquippedVehicle ....................................................... 1-71
Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5-5
Add-On Electrical Equipment ............................ 5-95
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ................................. 5-20
Air Conditioning .............................................. 3-26
AirbagPassenger Status Indicator ........................... 3-39
Readiness Light .......................................... 3-38
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) .... 7-10
Airbag System ................................................ 1-57Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle ................................................... 1-71
How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...................... 1-64
Passenger Sensing System ........................... 1-66
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .......... 1-70
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? ...................... 1-64
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? .... 1-65
When Should an Airbag Inflate? .................... 1-63
Where Are the Airbags? ............................... 1-60
All-Wheel Drive ............................................... 5-47
All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System ......................... 4-12
Antenna, Fixed Mast ...................................... 3-119Antenna, XMâ„¢ Satellite Radio Antenna System ... 3-119
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................... 4-7
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light .............. 3-42
Appearance CareAluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels .............. 5-92
Care of Safety Belts .................................... 5-90
Chemical Paint Spotting ............................... 5-93
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .................... 5-90
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ................ 5-87
Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 5-88
Finish Care ................................................. 5-91
Finish Damage ............................................ 5-93
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other PlasticSurfaces ................................................. 5-89
Leather ...................................................... 5-89
Sheet Metal Damage ................................... 5-93
Tires .......................................................... 5-92
Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-93
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ................ 5-94
Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 5-90
Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-90
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ....... 5-91
Audio System(s) ............................................. 3-80
Audio Steering Wheel Controls .................... 3-117
Care of Your CD and DVD Player ................ 3-119
Care of Your CDs and DVDs ....................... 3-119
Chime Level Adjustment ............................. 3-119
Fixed Mast Antenna ................................... 3-119Audio System(s) (cont.)
Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation
Manual
................................................. 3-101
Radio with CD ............................................ 3-82
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ............................... 3-115
Setting the Time .......................................... 3-81
Theft-Deterrent Feature ............................... 3-117
Understanding Radio Reception ................... 3-118
XMâ„¢ Satellite Radio Antenna System ........... 3-119
Automatic Door Lock ....................................... 2-14
Automatic TransaxleFluid .......................................................... 5-22
Operation ................................................... 2-35Battery .......................................................... 5-42
Run-Down Protection ................................... 3-21
Before Leaving on a Long Trip ......................... 4-24
BrakeAnti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................ 4-7
Emergencies ................................................ 4-8
Parking ...................................................... 2-39
System Warning Light .................................. 3-41
Brakes .......................................................... 5-39
Braking ........................................................... 4-6Braking in Emergencies ..................................... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle ..................................... 2-32
Bulb Replacement ........................................... 5-49Front Turn Signal, Parking and Daytime
Running Lamps ........................................ 5-51
Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-49
Replacement Bulbs ...................................... 5-52
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps andBack-up Lamps ........................................ 5-51
Buying New Tires ........................................... 5-63California Fuel .................................................. 5-5
California Proposition 65 Warning ....................... 5-3
Canadian Owners ................................................ ii Capacities and Speciï¬cations .......................... 5-102
Captain Chairs, Rear ........................................ 1-6
Carbon Monoxide ................... 2-24, 2-42, 4-27, 4-39
Care ofSafety Belts ................................................ 5-90
Your CD and DVD Player ........................... 3-119
Your CDs and DVDs .................................. 3-119
Cargo Lamp ................................................... 3-20
Chains, Tire ................................................... 5-68
Charging System Light .................................... 3-41Check
Engine Light ............................................... 3-44
Checking Things Under the Hood ...................... 5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting ................................... 5-93
Child RestraintsChild Restraint Systems ............................... 1-40
Infants and Young Children ........................... 1-37
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children .......... 1-45
Older Children ............................................. 1-34
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear SeatPosition .................................................. 1-51
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position ................................... 1-53
Where to Put the Restraint ........................... 1-44
Chime Level Adjustment ................................. 3-119
Cigarette Lighter ............................................. 3-26
CleaningAluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels .............. 5-92
Exterior Lamps/Lenses ................................. 5-90
Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 5-88
Finish Care ................................................. 5-91
Inside of Your Vehicle .................................. 5-87
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other PlasticSurfaces ................................................. 5-89
Leather ...................................................... 5-89
Tires .......................................................... 5-92
Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-93Cleaning (cont.)
Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 5-90
Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-90
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ....... 5-91Climate Control System
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ................. 3-32
Dual .......................................................... 3-26
Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 3-29
Rear .......................................................... 3-30
Collision Damage Repair .................................. 7-11
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ..................... 1-31
Compact Spare Tire ........................................ 5-86
Content Theft-Deterrent .................................... 2-28
Control of a Vehicle .......................................... 4-6
Convenience Center ........................................ 2-56
Convenience Net ............................................ 2-55
CoolantEngine Temperature Gage ............................ 3-43
Heater, Engine ............................................ 2-34
Cooling System .............................................. 5-29
Cruise Control ................................................ 3-11
Cruise Control Light ........................................ 3-47
Cupholder(s) .................................................. 2-51
Customer Assistance InformationCourtesy Transportation .................................. 7-8
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY)Users ....................................................... 7-4
Customer Assistance Information (cont.)
Customer Assistance Offices ........................... 7-4
Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ............... 7-6
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors .... 7-15
Reporting Safety Defects to the CanadianGovernment
............................................ 7-15
Reporting Safety Defects to the United
States Government ................................... 7-14
Roadside Assistance Program ......................... 7-6
Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-15Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Headlamp
System ...................................................... 3-16
Defensive Driving ............................................. 4-2
Delayed Lighting ............................................. 3-19
Delayed Locking ............................................. 2-13
Doing Your Own Service Work ........................... 5-4
Dome Lamp ................................................... 3-18
DoorAutomatic Door Lock .................................... 2-14
Delayed Locking .......................................... 2-13
Dual Sliding Doors ....................................... 2-14Door (cont.)
Locks ........................................................ 2-11
Power Door Locks ....................................... 2-12
Power Sliding Door ...................................... 2-17
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock ............ 2-14Position, Safety Belt ..................................... 1-19
Driver Information Center (DIC) ......................... 3-49
DIC Operation and Displays .......................... 3-50
DIC Vehicle Personalization .......................... 3-72
DIC Warnings and Messages ........................ 3-56Driver
Driving
At Night ..................................................... 4-18
City ........................................................... 4-21
Defensive ..................................................... 4-2
Drunken ....................................................... 4-3
Freeway ..................................................... 4-22
Hill and Mountain Roads .............................. 4-25
In Rain and on Wet Roads ........................... 4-19
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ................. 4-32
Winter ........................................................ 4-27
Dual Climate Control System ............................ 3-26
DVDRear Seat Entertainment System .................. 3-101
E
Eight-Way Power Seats ..................................... 1-3
Electrical SystemAdd-On Equipment ...................................... 5-95
Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-96
Headlamp Wiring ......................................... 5-96
Instrument Panel Fuse Block ......................... 5-96
Power Windows and Other Power Options ...... 5-96
Underhood Fuse Block ................................. 5-98
Windshield Wiper Fuses ............................... 5-96Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter ......................................... 5-20
Battery ....................................................... 5-42
Check and Service Engine Soon Light ............ 3-44
Coolant ...................................................... 5-24
Coolant Heater ............................................ 2-34
Coolant Temperature Gage ........................... 3-43
Engine Compartment Overview ...................... 5-12
Exhaust ..................................................... 2-42
Oil ............................................................. 5-15
Oil Life System ........................................... 5-18
Overheated Protection Operating Mode ........... 5-29
Overheating ................................................ 5-27
Starting ...................................................... 2-33Entry Lighting ................................................. 3-19
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................ 7-10
Exit Lighting ................................................... 3-20
Extender, Safety Belt ....................................... 1-34
Exterior Lamps ............................................... 3-15Filter
Engine Air Cleaner ...................................... 5-20
Finish Damage ............................................... 5-93
Fixed Mast Antenna ....................................... 3-119
Flash-to-Pass ................................................... 3-8
Flat Tire ........................................................ 5-70
Flat Tire, Changing ......................................... 5-70
Flat Tire, Storing ............................................. 5-83
FluidAutomatic Transaxle ..................................... 5-22
Power Steering ........................................... 5-37
Windshield Washer ...................................... 5-38
Folding Tray ................................................... 2-54
Front Console Storage Area ............................. 2-53
Front Reading Lamps ...................................... 3-20Fuel
............................................................... 5-4
Additives ...................................................... 5-5
California Fuel .............................................. 5-5
Filling a Portable Fuel Container ..................... 5-9
Filling Your Tank ........................................... 5-6
Fuels in Foreign Countries .............................. 5-6
Gage ......................................................... 3-48
Gasoline Octane ........................................... 5-4
Gasoline Speciï¬cations .................................. 5-5
Low Warning Light ....................................... 3-48Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-96
Instrument Panel Fuse Block ......................... 5-96
Underhood Fuse Block ................................. 5-98
Windshield Wiper ......................................... 5-96Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature ......................... 3-43
Fuel .......................................................... 3-48
Speedometer .............................................. 3-36
Tachometer ................................................. 3-36
Garage Door Opener ....................................... 2-47
GasolineOctane ........................................................ 5-4
Speciï¬cations ............................................... 5-5Glove Box ..................................................... 2-51
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program .................. 7-6Hazard Warning Flashers ................................... 3-6
Head Restraints ............................................... 1-6
Headlamp Wiring ............................................ 5-96
HeadlampsBulb Replacement ....................................... 5-49
Daytime Running Lamps/AutomaticHeadlamp System .................................... 3-16
Flash-to-Pass ............................................... 3-8
Front Turn Signal, Parking and DaytimeRunning Lamps ........................................ 5-51
Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-49
Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps ................ 5-49
High/Low Beam Changer ................................ 3-8
On Reminder .............................................. 3-16
Wiper Activated ........................................... 3-16
Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps ................... 5-49
Heated Seats ................................................... 1-3
Heater ........................................................... 3-26
Highbeam On Light ......................................... 3-48
Highway Hypnosis ........................................... 4-25
Hill and Mountain Roads .................................. 4-25Hood
Checking Things Under ................................ 5-10
Release ..................................................... 5-11
Horn ............................................................... 3-6
How to Use This Manual ...................................... ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................... 1-19Ignition Positions ............................................. 2-32
Infants and Young Children, Restraints ............... 1-37
Inflation – Tire Pressure ................................... 5-60
Instrument PanelOverview ..................................................... 3-4
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness .................................................. 3-17
Cluster ....................................................... 3-35
Interior Lamps Control ..................................... 3-18Jump Starting ................................................. 5-42
Keyless Entry System ....................................... 2-4
Keys ............................................................... 2-3Labeling, Tire Sidewall ..................................... 5-55
LampsBattery Run-Down Protection ......................... 3-21
Cargo ........................................................ 3-20
Dome ........................................................ 3-18
Exterior ...................................................... 3-15
Front Reading ............................................. 3-20
Interior Control ............................................ 3-18
Rear Reading ............................................. 3-20LATCH System
Child Restraints ........................................... 1-45
Level Control .................................................. 4-39
Liftgate .......................................................... 2-24
LightAirbag Readiness ........................................ 3-38
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ................... 3-42
Brake System Warning ................................. 3-41
Charging System ......................................... 3-41
Cruise Control ............................................. 3-47
Highbeam On ............................................. 3-48
Low Fuel Warning ....................................... 3-48
Malfunction Indicator .................................... 3-44
Oil Pressure ............................................... 3-46
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator .................. 3-39
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder .................... 3-37
Safety Belt Reminder ................................... 3-37Light (cont.)
Lighting
Security ..................................................... 3-47
TCS Warning Light ...................................... 3-43
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning .......... 3-43Delayed ..................................................... 3-19
Entry ......................................................... 3-19
Exit ........................................................... 3-20
Loading Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-32
Lockout Protection .......................................... 2-14
LocksAutomatic Door Lock .................................... 2-14
Delayed Locking .......................................... 2-13
Door .......................................................... 2-11
Lockout Protection ....................................... 2-14
Power Door ................................................ 2-12
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock ............ 2-14
Loss of Control ............................................... 4-17
Low Fuel Warning Light ................................... 3-48
Luggage Carrier .............................................. 2-54Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
Introduction .................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Footnotes .................................. 6-7
Maintenance Record .................................... 6-14
Maintenance Requirements ............................. 6-2
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ......... 6-13
Owner Checks and Services ........................... 6-8
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............. 6-11
Scheduled Maintenance ................................. 6-4
Using .......................................................... 6-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... 6-2
Malfunction Indicator Light ................................ 3-44
Manual Passenger Seat .................................... 1-2
Memory Seat ................................................. 2-57
MessageDIC Warnings and Messages ........................ 3-56
Mirrors
Outside Convex Mirror ................................. 2-44
Outside Heated Mirrors ................................ 2-44
Outside Power Mirrors .................................. 2-44
MyGMLink.com ................................................ 7-4Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services ........................... 6-6
At Each Fuel Fill ........................................... 6-8
At Least Once a Month .................................. 6-9
At Least Once a Year .................................... 6-9Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation
Manual ..................................................... 3-101
New Vehicle Break-In ...................................... 2-32
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ............ 6-13O
Odometer ...................................................... 3-36
Odometer, Trip ............................................... 3-36
Off-Road Recovery .......................................... 4-15
OilEngine ....................................................... 5-15
Pressure Light ............................................. 3-46
Oil, Engine Oil Life System .............................. 5-18
Older Children, Restraints ................................ 1-34
Online Owner Center ........................................ 7-4
OnStar® System, see OnStar® Manual ............... 2-45
Other Warning Devices ...................................... 3-6
Outlet Adjustment ............................................ 3-29
OutsideConvex Mirror ............................................. 2-44
Heated Mirrors ............................................ 2-44
Power Mirrors ............................................. 2-44
Overhead Console .................................. 2-52, 2-53
Overhead Console Switchbank .......................... 3-21
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ... 5-29
Owner Checks and Services .............................. 6-8
Owners, Canadian ............................................... iiPark Aid ........................................................ 3-22
Park (P)Shifting Into ................................................ 2-40
Shifting Out of ............................................ 2-41Parking
Assist ........................................................ 3-22
Brake ........................................................ 2-39
Over Things That Burn ................................. 2-41
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ..................... 3-39
Passenger Compartment Air Filter ..................... 3-32
Passenger Sensing System .............................. 1-66
Passing ......................................................... 4-15
PASS-Key® III ................................................ 2-30
PASS-Key® III Operation .................................. 2-30
PowerAccessory Outlet(s) ...................................... 3-24
Door Locks ................................................. 2-12
Eight-Way Seats ........................................... 1-3
Electrical System ......................................... 5-96
Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current ................. 3-25
Rear Quarter Windows ................................. 2-27Power (cont.)
Retained Accessory (RAP) ............................ 2-33
Six-Way Seats .............................................. 1-2
Sliding Door ................................................ 2-17
Steering Fluid ............................................. 5-37
Windows .................................................... 2-27
Pretensioners, Safety Belt ................................ 1-33
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock ............... 2-14Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......... 1-18
Radiator Pressure Cap .................................... 5-26
Radios .......................................................... 3-80
Care of Your CD and DVD Player ................ 3-119
Care of Your CDs and DVDs ....................... 3-119
Navigation/Radio System, see NavigationManual
................................................. 3-101
Radio with CD ............................................ 3-82
Rear Seat Audio ........................................ 3-115
Setting the Time .......................................... 3-81
Theft-Deterrent .......................................... 3-117
Understanding Reception ............................ 3-11810
Rear Climate Control System ............................ 3-30
Rear Reading Lamps ...................................... 3-20
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...................... 1-31
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) .................................. 3-115
Rear Seat Entertainment System ..................... 3-101
Rear Seat Operation ......................................... 1-6
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts .................. 1-28
Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper ......................... 3-10
Reclining Seatbacks .......................................... 1-4
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ................. 6-11
Recreational Vehicle Towing ............................. 4-37
Remote Keyless Entry System ............................ 2-4
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation ............ 2-5
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing theSpare Tire .................................................. 5-75
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ................... 5-72
Replacement Bulbs ......................................... 5-52
Reporting Safety DefectsCanadian Government .................................. 7-15
General Motors ........................................... 7-15
United States Government ............................ 7-14Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems .................... 1-72
Replacing Restraint System Parts After aCrash ..................................................... 1-73
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................... 2-33
Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...... 1-28
RoadsideAssistance Program ....................................... 7-6
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out .................... 4-32
Running the Engine While Parked ..................... 2-43Safety Belt
Safety Belts
Passenger Reminder Light ............................ 3-37
Pretensioners .............................................. 1-33
Reminder Light ............................................ 3-37Care of ...................................................... 5-90
Driver Position ............................................ 1-19
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................ 1-19
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ..... 1-18
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ................... 1-31
Rear Seat Passengers ................................. 1-28
Right Front Passenger Position ...................... 1-28
Safety Belt Extender .................................... 1-34
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ................. 1-28
Safety Belts Are for Everyone ....................... 1-14
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................ 1-27
Safety Warnings and Symbols .............................. iii Scheduled Maintenance ..................................... 6-4Seats
Captain Chairs .............................................. 1-6
Eight-Way Power Seats .................................. 1-3
Head Restraints ............................................ 1-6
Heated Seats ............................................... 1-3
Manual Passenger ......................................... 1-2
Memory ..................................................... 2-57
Rear Seat Operation ...................................... 1-6
Reclining Seatbacks ...................................... 1-4
Six-Way Power Seats .................................... 1-2
Third Row Seat ........................................... 1-11
Secondary Latch System ................................. 5-81
Securing a Child RestraintRear Seat Position ...................................... 1-51
Right Front Seat Position .............................. 1-53
Security Light ................................................. 3-47
Service ........................................................... 5-3
Accessories and Modiï¬cations ......................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of YourVehicle ..................................................... 5-4
California Proposition 65 Warning .................... 5-3
Doing Your Own Work ................................... 5-4
Engine Soon Light ....................................... 3-44
Publications Ordering Information ................... 7-15
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .............. 1-70
Setting the Time ............................................. 3-81
Sheet Metal Damage ....................................... 5-93
Shifting Into Park (P) ....................................... 2-4011
Shifting Out of Park (P) ................................... 2-41
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................... 1-27
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change .......................... 3-7
Sliding Door, Power ........................................ 2-17
Sliding Doors, Dual ......................................... 2-14
Spare TireAccessory Inflator ........................................ 5-68
Compact .................................................... 5-86
Installing .................................................... 5-75
Removing ................................................... 5-72
Storing ....................................................... 5-83
Speciï¬cations, Capacities ............................... 5-102
Speedometer .................................................. 3-36
StabiliTrak® System ......................................... 4-10
Starting Your Engine ....................................... 2-33
Steering ........................................................ 4-13
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ....................... 3-117
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ................................. 3-6
Storage Areas ................................................ 2-51
Convenience Center ..................................... 2-56
Convenience Net ......................................... 2-55
Cupholder(s) ............................................... 2-51
Floor Console Storage Area .......................... 2-53
Folding Tray ............................................... 2-54
Glove Box .................................................. 2-51
Luggage Carrier .......................................... 2-54
Overhead Console ............................... 2-52, 2-5312
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...................... 4-31
Sun Visors ..................................................... 2-28
SwitchbanksOverhead Console ....................................... 3-21
Tachometer .................................................... 3-36
TaillampsTurn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps .... 5-51
TCS Warning Light .......................................... 3-43
Theft-Deterrent, Radio .................................... 3-117
Theft-Deterrent Systems ................................... 2-28
Content Theft-Deterrent ................................ 2-28
PASS-Key® III ............................................. 2-30
PASS-Key® III Operation .............................. 2-30
Third Row Seat .............................................. 1-11
Tilt Wheel ........................................................ 3-6
Tires ............................................................. 5-54Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels,
Cleaning ................................................. 5-92
Buying New Tires ........................................ 5-63
Chains ....................................................... 5-68
Changing a Flat Tire .................................... 5-70
Cleaning .................................................... 5-92Tires (cont.)
Compact Spare Tire ..................................... 5-86
Different Size .............................................. 5-64
If a Tire Goes Flat ....................................... 5-70
Inflation -- Tire Pressure ............................... 5-60
Inflator, Accessory ....................................... 5-68
Inspection and Rotation ................................ 5-61
Installing the Spare Tire ................................ 5-75
Removing the Flat Tire ................................. 5-75
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ............... 5-72
Secondary Latch System .............................. 5-81
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ............ 5-83
Tire Sidewall Labeling .................................. 5-55
Tire Terminology and Deï¬nitions .................... 5-57
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......................... 5-65
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ................. 5-66
Wheel Replacement ..................................... 5-66
When It Is Time for New Tires ...................... 5-62Recreational Vehicle ..................................... 4-37
Towing a Trailer .......................................... 4-39
Your Vehicle ............................................... 4-37Control System (TCS) .................................... 4-9
Control System Warning Light ....................... 3-43
StabiliTrak® System ..................................... 4-10Towing
Traction
Transaxle
Fluid, Automatic ........................................... 5-22
Transaxle Operation, Automatic ......................... 2-35
Trip Odometer ................................................ 3-36Turn and Lane-Change Signals .......................... 3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ........................... 3-7Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ............... 3-22
Understanding Radio Reception ....................... 3-118
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............................ 5-65
Universal Home Remote System ....................... 2-47
Operation ................................................... 2-48Vehicle
Control ........................................................ 4-6
Damage Warnings ........................................... iv Loading ...................................................... 4-32
Symbols ......................................................... ivVehicle Data Collection and Event Data
Recorders .................................................. 7-10
Vehicle Identiï¬cation
Number (VIN) ............................................. 5-95
Service Parts Identiï¬cation Label ................... 5-95
Vehicle Personalization .................................... 2-57
DIC ........................................................... 3-72
Memory Seat .............................................. 2-57
Ventilation Adjustment ...................................... 3-29
Visors ........................................................... 2-2813
W
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................ 3-34
WarningsDIC Warnings and Messages ........................ 3-56
Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... 3-6
Other Warning Devices .................................. 3-6
Safety and Symbols ......................................... iii Vehicle Damage .............................................. ivWheels
Alignment and Tire Balance .......................... 5-66
Different Size .............................................. 5-64
Replacement ............................................... 5-66
Where to Put the Restraint ............................... 1-44
Windows ....................................................... 2-26
Power ........................................................ 2-27
Power Rear Quarter ..................................... 2-27Windshield
Backglass, and Wiper Blades, Cleaning .......... 5-91
Windshield, Rear Washer/Wiper ........................ 3-10Windshield Washer ........................................... 3-9
Fluid .......................................................... 5-38Windshield Wiper
Blade Replacement ...................................... 5-53
Fuses ........................................................ 5-96
Windshield Wipers ......................................... 3-9
Winter Driving ................................................ 4-27
Wiper Activated Headlamps .............................. 3-16XMâ„¢ Satellite Radio Antenna System .............. 3-119
Your Vehicle and the Environment ....................... 6-2
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Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1
Front Seats ............................................... 1-2
Rear Seats ............................................... 1-6
Safety Belts ............................................. 1-14
Child Restraints ....................................... 1-34
Airbag System ......................................... 1-57
Restraint System Check ............................ 1-72
Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1
Keys ........................................................ 2-3
Doors and Locks ...................................... 2-11
Windows ................................................. 2-26
Theft-Deterrent Systems ............................ 2-28
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ........... 2-32
Mirrors .................................................... 2-44
OnStar® System ...................................... 2-45
Universal Home Remote System ................ 2-47
Storage Areas ......................................... 2-51
Vehicle Personalization ............................. 2-57
Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1
.......................... 3-4
...................................... 3-26
........ 3-34
.................. 3-49
....................................... 3-80Instrument Panel Overview Climate Controls Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators Driver Information Center (DIC) Audio System(s)
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Towing
Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1
..... 4-2
................................................... 4-37
Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1
Service ..................................................... 5-3
Fuel ......................................................... 5-4
Checking Things Under the Hood ............... 5-10
All-Wheel Drive ........................................ 5-47
Bulb Replacement .................................... 5-49
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ......... 5-53
Tires ...................................................... 5-54
Appearance Care ..................................... 5-87
Vehicle Identiï¬cation ................................. 5-95
Electrical System ...................................... 5-95
Capacities and Speciï¬cations ................... 5-102
Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1
........... 7-2
........................... 7-14
Index ................................................................ 1Customer Assistance and Information Reporting Safety Defects
Maintenance Schedule
Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from:
Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK, and the BUICK Emblem are registered trademarks and the name TERRAZA is a trademark of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without notice. For vehicles ï¬rst sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited†for Buick Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle, so it will be there if it is needed while you are on the road. If the vehicle is sold, leave this manual in the vehicle.
How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they ï¬rst receive their new vehicle. If this is done, it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle. Pictures and words work together in the owner manual to explain things.
Index A good place to quickly locate information about the vehicle is the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.
Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 06TERRAZA A First Printing
©2005 General Motors Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
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Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning.
{CAUTION:
These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.
In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you do not, you or others could be hurt.
You will also ï¬nd a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Do Not,†“Do Not do this†or “Do Not let this happen.â€
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Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this manual you will ï¬nd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. There are also warning labels on the vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.
Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a speciï¬c component, control, message, gage, or indicator. If you need help ï¬guring out a speciï¬c name of a component, gage, or indicator, reference the following topics: (cid:127) Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1
Features and Controls in Section 2
Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3(cid:127) Climate Controls in Section 3
(cid:127) Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in Section 3
(cid:127) Audio System(s) in Section 3
(cid:127) Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5iv
(cid:127) (cid:127) These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:
✠NOTES
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Section 1
Seats and Restraint Systems
Front Seats ......................................................1-2
Manual Passenger Seat ..................................1-2
Six-Way Power Seats .....................................1-2
Eight-Way Power Seats ...................................1-3
Heated Seats .................................................1-3
Reclining Seatbacks ........................................1-4
Head Restraints .............................................1-6
Rear Seats .......................................................1-6
Rear Seat Operation .......................................1-6
Captain Chairs ...............................................1-6
Third Row Seat ............................................1-11
Safety Belts ...................................................1-14
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ................1-14
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......1-18
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly .................1-19
Driver Position ..............................................1-19
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment .....................1-27
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ..................1-28
Right Front Passenger Position .......................1-28
Rear Seat Passengers ..................................1-28
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ....................1-31
Safety Belt Pretensioners ...............................1-33
Safety Belt Extender .....................................1-34Child Restraints .............................................1-34
Older Children ..............................................1-34
Infants and Young Children ............................1-37
Child Restraint Systems .................................1-40
Where to Put the Restraint .............................1-44
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children(LATCH) ..................................................1-45
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat
Position ...................................................1-51
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position ....................................1-53
Airbag System ...............................................1-57
Where Are the Airbags? ................................1-60
When Should an Airbag Inflate? .....................1-63
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? .......................1-64
How Does an Airbag Restrain? .......................1-64
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? .....1-65
Passenger Sensing System ............................1-66
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...........1-70
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-EquippedVehicle ....................................................1-71
Restraint System Check ..................................1-72
Checking the Restraint Systems ......................1-72
Replacing Restraint System Parts After aCrash ......................................................1-73
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Front Seats
Manual Passenger Seat
Use the lever located on the front of the seat to adjust the seat forward or rearward. Pull up on the lever to unlock the seat. Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever.
To make sure the seat is locked into place, try to move the seat back and forth with your body.
Six-Way Power Seats
Your vehicle may have this feature. If it does, the six-way power seat control is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat. Your vehicle may also have a passenger’s six-way power seat.
(cid:127) Move the front of the control up or down to adjust
the front portion of the seat up or down.
(cid:127) Move the rear of the control up or down to adjust
the rear portion of the seat up or down.
(cid:127) Slide the control forward or rearward to move the
seat forward or rearward.
1-2
Eight-Way Power Seats
Your vehicle may have this feature. If it does, the eight-way power seat control is located on the outboard sides of the driver’s and front passenger’s seats.
(cid:127) Move the front of the control up or down to adjust
the front portion of the seat up or down.
(cid:127) Move the rear of the control up or down to adjust
the rear portion of the seat up or down. Lift up or push down on the whole control to move the entire seat up or down. To move the whole seat forward or rearward, slide the control forward or rearward.
To recline the seatback, press the vertical control rearward. To raise the seatback, press the vertical control forward. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 1-4 for more information on reclining seatbacks.
Heated Seats Your vehicle may have this feature. If it does, the heated seat buttons are located on the climate control panel. This feature will heat the lower cushions of the driver’s and front passenger’s seats.
Press this button once to turn the heated seat on to the high setting.
Driver’s Side Button shown, Passenger’s
Side similar
1-3
(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Both indicator lights next to the heated seat symbol will be lit to indicate that it is on the high setting. Press the button a second time to go to the low setting. One indicator will be lit. Press the button a third time to turn the heated seat off. This feature will turn off automatically when the ignition is turned off. Reclining Seatbacks
{CAUTION:
If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
1-4
To adjust a manual seatback, pull up on the lever located on the outboard side of the driver’s or front passenger’s seat. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place. Pull up on lever without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. Your vehicle may have power reclining seatbacks. See Eight-Way Power Seats on page 1-3.
Do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.
{CAUTION:
Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt cannot do its job either. In a crash, the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly.
1-5
Head Restraints
Rear Seats
Rear Seat Operation The rear seats in your vehicle have levers and straps used to adjust, remove, and reinstall the seats. By using the levers and straps in the correct order, you can easily remove the seats from the vehicle. If your vehicle has second row captain chairs with airbags, the seats cannot be removed. When you put the seats back in the vehicle, follow the label on the back of the seat for proper location.
Captain Chairs Your vehicle has second row captain chairs that can be adjusted forward or rearward as well as seatbacks that can be adjusted. Adjusting the Captain Chairs Forward or Rearward There are two manual adjustment bars on each seat. One is located under the front of the seat cushion. The other one is located under the rear of the seat cushion. Lift up either bar to slide the seat forward or rearward. Release the lever. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place.
Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The head restraints are adjustable on the ï¬rst and second row seats. They are not adjustable on the third row seat, if equipped. To adjust a head restraint, slide it up or down.
1-6
Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks
{CAUTION:
If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
To recline the seatback, lift up on the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat, then move the seatback to the desired position. To raise the seatback, lift up on the recliner lever without applying pressure to the seatback. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place. To fold the seatback forward, lift up fully on the recliner lever. Push the seatback forward until it is flat. The armrests can be lowered or raised for easier entry or exit of the vehicle. If your vehicle has captain chairs with side impact airbags, they will have one armrest on the inboard side.
1-7
Removing a Captain Chair (without a Side Impact Airbag) If your vehicle has captain chairs with side impact airbags, the seats cannot be removed. To remove a captain chair, do the following:
1. Pull the nylon strap behind the seat to release the
rear hooks from the floor pins.
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2. The seat can then be lifted off the front floor pins
and removed from the vehicle.
Installing a Captain Chair (without a Side Impact Airbag)
{CAUTION:
{CAUTION:
If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
A safety belt that is improperly routed, not
