2010 Cadillac CTS Owners Manual

Programming without a Recognized Transmitter United States owners are permitted to program a new transmitter to their vehicle when a recognized transmitter is not available. The Canadian immobilizer standard requires that Canadian owners see their dealer/retailer for programming new transmitters when two recognized transmitters are not available.

The procedure requires three, ten minute cycles to complete the matching process. 1. The vehicle must be off.

2. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle. The transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area located between the driver and front passenger seats.

3.

Insert the vehicle key into the key lock cylinder located on the driver door.

4. Turn the key to the unlock

position five times within five seconds.

5. The DIC displays Press Start

Control To Learn Keys.

6. Press the ignition switch in. 7. The DIC reads Learn Delay

Active Wait XX Min and counts down to zero.

8. The DIC displays Press Start Control To Learn Keys again.

9. Press the ignition switch in

again.

10. Repeat Steps 7, 8 and 9. 11. The DIC reads Learn Delay

Active Wait XX Min and counts down to zero.

12. A beep sounds and the

DIC reads Ready To Learn Electronic Key # X. All previously known transmitter programming has been erased.

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13. A beep sounds once

programming is complete. The DIC displays Ready To Learn Electronic Key # 2. To program additional transmitters, insert each transmitter in the pocket until a beep is heard and the DIC advances to the next electronic key number. Up to four transmitters can be programmed. The DIC displays Maximum # Electronic Keys Learned and exits the programming mode. Press the ignition control knob to complete the process.

14. Press the ignition control knob

if programming is complete.

15. Press K on each newly

programmed transmitter to complete the process.

Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery Replace the battery if the Replace Battery In Remote Key message displays in the DIC. See “Replace Battery In Remote Key” under Key and Lock Messages on page 4‑42
for additional information. If the transmitter battery is weak, the DIC may display Electronic Key Not Detected when you try to start the vehicle. To start the vehicle, place the transmitter in the center console storage area transmitter pocket with the buttons facing to the front of the vehicle. Then, with the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and the ignition control knob. See Starting the Engine on page 8‑20 , for additional information about the vehicle's electronic keyless ignition with push start. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible.

Battery Replacement Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.

1. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin object inserted into the slot on the side or back of the transmitter.

2. Remove the old battery. Do not

use a metal object.

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3.

Insert the new battery, positive side facing down. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.

4. Snap the transmitter back

together.

Remote Vehicle Start This vehicle may have a remote starting feature that allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle. / (Remote Vehicle Start): This button will be on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start. The automatic climate control will begin to heat or cool your vehicle during remote start depending on the temperature inside and outside of the vehicle. The windshield defroster and/or rear window defogger turn on if it is cold outside. If the vehicle has heated seats, they may also be turned on during remote start to warm up the seat in cold weather. Normal operation of the climate control system returns

after the ignition is turned to ON/RUN. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 7‑1 . Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws may require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view when doing so. Check local regulations for any requirements on remote starting of vehicles. If your vehicle is low on fuel, do not use the remote start feature. The vehicle may run out of fuel. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the RKE transmitter functions will have an increased range of operation. However, the range may be less while the vehicle is running. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter, see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 1‑4
for additional information.

Starting the Engine Using Remote Start To start the engine using the remote start feature: 1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle

and press Q on the transmitter.

2. Press and hold / for at least

four seconds or until the vehicle's turn signal lamps flash. The parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The vehicle's doors will be locked.

3. After entering the vehicle during a remote start, press the brake pedal and turn the ignition to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. After a remote start, the engine will automatically shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done or the ignition has been turned to ON/RUN.

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Extending Engine Run Time To extend the engine run time by 10 minutes, repeat Steps 1 and 2
while the engine is still running. The engine run time can only be extended if it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been driven. Remote start can be extended one time. If the remote start procedure is used again before the first 10 minute time frame has ended, the first 10 minutes will immediately expire and the second 10 minute time frame will start. For example, if the lock button and then the remote start buttons are pressed again after the vehicle has been running for five minutes, 10 minutes are added, allowing the engine to run for a total of 15 minutes.

A maximum of two remote starts or remote start attempts are allowed between ignition cycles. After the vehicle's engine has been started two times using the remote start button, the ignition must be turned on and then back off before the remote start procedure can be used again.

Shutting the Engine Off After a Remote Start To manually shut off the engine after a remote start, do any of the following: . Press / until the parking lamps

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

Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if any of the following occur:

The ignition is in any position other than LOCK/OFF.

. A keyless access transmitter is

inside the vehicle. The vehicle's hood is not closed. The hazard warning flashers are on. There is an emission control system malfunction. The engine coolant temperature is too high. The oil pressure is low. Two remote vehicle starts have already been used. The maximum number of remote starts or remote start attempts between ignition cycles with the key is two.

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Door Locks

{ WARNING Unlocked doors can be dangerous.

. Passengers, especially

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

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. Young children who get into

unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it.

. 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.

There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle. From the outside, use the key, or press the lock or unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) on page 1‑5 or

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page 1‑7 for more information. On vehicles with the Remote Keyless Access system, the door unlocks by pulling the door handle when you have the transmitter with you. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) on page 1‑5 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page 1‑7 for more information. If the windows are down and the doors are locked, do not reach in to manually unlock the vehicle because you will set off the alarm. From the inside, press the power door lock switch located on the front door. See Power Door Locks on page 1‑15 . Push down or pull up on the manual lock knob, located at the top of the door near the window, for the rear doors.

Central Door Unlocking System The vehicle has a central door unlocking feature. When unlocking the driver door, the other doors can be unlocked by holding the key in the turned position for a few seconds or by quickly turning the key twice in the lock cylinder.

Power Door Locks On vehicles with power door locks, the switches are located on the front doors. " (Unlock): Press to unlock the doors. Q (Lock): Remove the key from the ignition and press to lock the doors.

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Delayed Locking With this feature, you can delay the actual locking of the doors. When the power door lock switch is pressed when the key is not in the ignition and the driver door is opened, a chime will sound three times indicating that delayed locking is active. When all the doors are closed, the doors will lock automatically after five seconds. If a door is reopened before five seconds have elapsed, the five second timer will reset itself once all the doors are closed again. You can press the door lock switch again or the lock button on the RKE transmitter to override this feature and lock the doors immediately.

Automatic Door Locks If the vehicle has an automatic transmission, the vehicle is programmed so that the doors will lock automatically when all doors are closed, the ignition is on, and

the shift lever is moved out of P (Park). The doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is moved into P (Park). If the vehicle has a manual transmission, the vehicle is programmed so that the doors will lock automatically after the vehicle speed reaches 8 km (5 mph). The doors will automatically unlock when the ignition is turned off and the key is removed from the ignition. If someone needs to exit the vehicle once the doors are locked, have that person use the manual lever or power door lock switch. When the door is closed again, it will not lock automatically. Use the manual lever or the power door lock switch to lock the door. The power door locks can be programmed through prompts displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC). For more information on programming, see Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑51.

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Lockout Protection If the power door lock switch is pressed when the key is in the ignition and a door is open, all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock. If the doors are closed, they can be locked by using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Be sure to remove the key from the ignition when locking the vehicle. This feature can be overridden by pressing the lock button on the RKE transmitter or by pressing the power lock switch a second time. On vehicles with a Keyless Access System, the system can be programmed to alert you when all the doors are closed and a transmitter has been left inside of the vehicle. See Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑51 for more information.

Safety Locks The vehicle has rear door security locks. These prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside.

Lock Label shown

The rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door. The rear doors must be open to access them. The label showing lock and unlock positions is located near the lock.

To set the locks: 1.

Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the horizontal position.

2. Close the door. When you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on: 1. Unlock the door using the

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or Keyless Access System transmitter, if the vehicle has one, the power door lock switch, or the rear door manual lock.

2. Open the door from the outside. To cancel the rear door security lock: 1. Unlock the door and open it from

2.

the outside. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the vertical position.

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Trunk (Sedan)

{ WARNING

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

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

or under the instrument panel.

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. Adjust the Climate Control

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

a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function. For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 8‑25.

Trunk Lock Release

The remote trunk release button is located on the lower portion of the driver door. To use the remote trunk release, the shift lever must be in P (Park) or N (Neutral) for a vehicle with an automatic transmission. The shift lever must be in N (Neutral), with the parking brake set for a vehicle with a manual transmission.

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Press the button to open the trunk. You can also press the button with the trunk symbol on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to open the trunk. With the Keyless Access System, when you have the transmitter, the trunk can be opened by the trunk release button located on the rear of the trunk above the license plate. The vehicle must be in P (Park) and the valet mode turned off. If the vehicle is locked, the keyless access transmitter must be within 3 feet (1 meter) of the trunk opening for it to be recognized and allow the trunk to open. If the vehicle is ever without power, the trunk area can still be accessed by using one of the following procedures.

On vehicles with a rear seat pass-through door: 1. Fold the rear armrest down and

open the pass-through door. See “Rear-Seat Pass Through” following for more information.

2. Reach upward through the

opening to locate the emergency trunk release handle. See “Emergency Trunk Release Handle” for more information.

3. Pull forward on the trunk release

handle to open the trunk lid. On vehicles with a split folding rear seat: 1. Fold down the rear seatback.

See Rear Seats on page 2‑10
for more information.

2. Reach upward through the opening to locate the trunk release handle.

3. Pull forward on the trunk release

handle to open the trunk lid.

Close the trunk by pulling on the handle. Do not use the handle as a tie-down. Rear-Seat Pass Through If the vehicle has the rear seat-pass through door, the trunk can be accessed through the rear seat. This is useful when transporting long items. To open the door, pull down the rear seat armrest. Then pull the lever all the way down to release the door. To close the door, push it up and back into place. Then try to open the door without pulling up on the lever to make sure it is locked into place.

Emergency Trunk Release Handle (Sedan Only)

Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling them to open the trunk from the inside.

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There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located on the back wall of the trunk. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle toward the front of the vehicle to open the trunk from the inside.

Liftgate (Wagon)

Power Liftgate Operation

{ WARNING

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

WARNING (Continued)

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

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

or under the instrument panel.

. Adjust the Climate Control

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

a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function. For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 8‑25.

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The switch is located on the driver’s door. The vehicle must be in P (Park) to use the power feature. The taillamps flash when the power liftgate moves.

{ WARNING

You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the power liftgate. Make sure there is no one in the way of the liftgate as it is opening and closing.

Notice: If you open the liftgate without checking for overhead obstructions such as a garage door, you could damage the liftgate or the liftgate glass. Always check to make sure the area above and behind the liftgate is clear before opening it.

Use this setting to prevent the liftgate from opening into overhead obstructions such as a garage door or roof mounted cargo during power operation. The liftgate can still be opened fully manually. OFF: The liftgate only operates manually in this position. Manual operation of a liftgate that also has power operation requires more effort than with a standard manual liftgate. In either the MAX or the ¾ mode, the liftgate can be power opened and closed by: . Press and hold the power liftgate

button & on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter until the liftgate starts moving. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) on page 1‑5 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page 1‑7.

The power liftgate has three modes of operation. Mode selection is controlled by the interior mode switch located on the driver door. Choose the power liftgate mode by turning the dial on the switch until the indicator lines up with the desired position. The three modes are: MAX: The liftgate power opens to the full open height. 3/4: The liftgate power opens to a reduced open height that can be set by the vehicle operator in a range of approximately ¾ open to full open.

. Press the power liftgate button

on the center of the mode switch, located on the driver’s door.

. Press the touchpad switch on

the liftgate outside handle to open the liftgate.

. Press and release the power liftgate button on the liftgate adjacent to the latch to close the liftgate.

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Pressing any button that operates the power liftgate, or the touchpad switch while the liftgate is moving, stops it. Pressing the button or RKE switch again reverses the direction. There is a minimum that the power liftgate must already be open for the system to hold it open. If movement is stopped below that minimum the liftgate closes. Do not force the liftgate open or closed during a power cycle. The power liftgate may be temporarily disabled under extreme temperatures or low battery conditions. If this occurs, the liftgate can still be operated manually. If you shift the transmission out of P (Park) while the power function is in progress, the liftgate power function will continue to completion. If you shift the transmission out of P (Park) and accelerate before the power liftgate latch is closed, the liftgate may reverse to the open position. Cargo could fall out of the

vehicle. Always make sure the power liftgate is closed and latched before you drive away. If the liftgate is powered open and the liftgate support struts have lost pressure, the turn signals will flash and a chime will sound. The liftgate will stay open temporarily, and then slowly close. See your dealer/ retailer for service before using the liftgate. Obstacle Detection Features If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a power open or close cycle, a warning chime will sound and the liftgate will automatically reverse direction to the full closed or open position. After removing the obstruction, the power liftgate operation can be used again. If the liftgate encounters multiple obstacles on the same power cycle, the power function will deactivate. After removing the obstructions, the liftgate will resume normal power operation.

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The vehicle has pinch sensors located on the side edges of the liftgate. If an object is caught between the liftgate and the body and presses against this sensor, the liftgate will reverse direction and open fully. The liftgate will remain open until it is activated again or closed manually. Setting the Power Liftgate Intermediate Mode To change the liftgate stop position: 1. Turn the liftgate switch to either

the MAX, or the ¾ mode position and power open the liftgate.

2. Stop the liftgate movement at the desired height by pressing any button that operates the power lift gate, or the touchpad switch. Manually adjust the liftgate position if required.

3. Press and hold the button on the liftgate adjacent to the latch until the turn signals flash and a beep sounds to indicate that the new setting is recorded.

When power opened with the ¾ mode selected, the liftgate stops at the new set position. If an audible and visual response is not received when setting the intermediate stop position, the liftgate height is below the ¾ open height minimum, approximately 5 feet at the edge of the liftgate. Manual Operation of Power Liftgate To change the liftgate to manual operation, turn the mode switch to OFF. With the power liftgate disabled and all of the doors unlocked, the liftgate can be manually opened and closed. Note: Manual efforts of

a vehicle equipped with a power liftgate will be higher than a standard non-power liftgate. To open the liftgate, press the touchpad on the handle on the outside of the liftgate, and lift the gate open. To close the liftgate, use the pull cup to lower the liftgate and close. With the power liftgate disabled the liftgate electric latch will still power latch once contact is made with the striker. Always close the liftgate before driving. If the RKE button is pressed while power operation is disabled, the turn signals will flash, and the liftgate will not move. The liftgate has an electric latch. If the battery is disconnected or has low voltage, the liftgate will not open. The liftgate will resume operation when the battery is reconnected and charged.

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

Anti-Theft Alarm System This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system.

The security light, located in the instrument panel cluster, comes on when the system is arming.

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Arming the System To arm the system, 1. Open the door. 2. Lock the door with the

transmitter. The security light should come on and stay on. 3. Close all doors. The security light should go off after about 30 seconds. The alarm is not armed until the security light goes off.

If a locked door or trunk is opened without using the key in the driver's door key cylinder or the transmitter, a ten second pre-alarm will occur. The horn will chirp and the lights will flash. If the key is not placed in the ignition and turned to START or the door is not unlocked by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter during the ten second pre-alarm, the alarm will go off. Your vehicle's headlamps will flash and the horn will sound for about 30 seconds, then will turn off to save the battery power.

The theft-deterrent system will not activate if the doors are locked with the vehicle's key or the manual door lock. It activates only if the power door lock switch is used while the door is open or with the transmitter. You should also remember that you can start your vehicle with the correct ignition key if the alarm has been set off. To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:

Lock the vehicle with the door key after the doors are closed. . Always unlock a door with the

transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm. If you set off the alarm by accident, turn off the alarm by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter. The alarm will not stop if you try to unlock a door any other way.

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How to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is pressed and the horn sounds, an attempted break-in has occurred while the system was armed. If the alarm has been activated, the Theft Attempted message will appear on the DIC. See Key and Lock Messages on page 4‑42 for additional information.

Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 12‑16 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and RSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada.

Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed. The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the key is removed from the ignition. The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is started with the correct key. The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle and automatically disarms the system. Only the correct key starts the vehicle. The vehicle may not start if the key is damaged.

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

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If the engine still does not start with the other key, the vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does start, the first key may be damaged. See your dealer/retailer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new key made. It is possible for the theft-deterrent system decoder to learn the transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up to 10 keys can be programmed for the vehicle. The following procedure is for programming additional keys only. To program a new key do the following:

1. Verify that the new key has 1

2.

stamped on it. Insert the current driver's key in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not start see your dealer/retailer for service.

3. After the engine has started,

4.

turn the key to LOCK/OFF, and remove the key. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to ON/RUN within five seconds of the ignition being turned to LOCK/OFF in Step 3.

5. The security light will turn off

once the key has been programmed. It may not be apparent that the security light went on due to how quickly the key is programmed.

6. Repeat the Steps 1 through 4

if additional keys are to be programmed.

Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle.

Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access) This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed. The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the ignition control knob is turned to LOCK/OFF. The immobilization system is disarmed when the ignition control knob is pushed in and a valid transmitter is found in the vehicle.

The security light, located in the instrument panel cluster, comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system.

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The system has one or more keyless access transmitters that are matched to an immobilizer control unit in your vehicle. Only a correctly matched keyless access transmitter will start the vehicle. If the keyless access transmitter is ever damaged, you may not be able to start your vehicle. When trying to start the vehicle, the security light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on. If the engine does not start and the security light stays on there is a problem with the system. Turn the ignition control knob off and try again. If the ignition control knob does not rotate, and the keyless access transmitter appears to be undamaged, try another keyless access transmitter. Or, you may try placing the transmitter in the transmitter pocket located in the center console. See “Electronic Key Not Detected” under Key and Lock Messages on page 4‑42.

If the ignition control knob still does not rotate with the other transmitter, your vehicle needs service. If the ignition control knob does rotate, the first transmitter may be faulty. See your dealer/retailer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new keyless access transmitter programmed to the vehicle. It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement keyless access transmitters. Up to 4 keyless access transmitters can be programmed for the vehicle. To program additional transmitters, see “Matching transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle” for Keyless Access under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) on page 1‑5 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page 1‑7. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle.

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors

{ 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 the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat.

Power Mirrors

Controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door. To adjust each mirrors: 1. Press } or | to select the

driver or passenger side mirror.

2. Press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to move the mirror to the desired direction.

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3. Adjust each outside mirror so

that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen.

4. Press either } or | again to

deselect the mirror.

Folding Mirrors

Manual Vehicles with manual fold mirrors are folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push the mirror outward, to return it to the original position.

Heated Mirrors = (Rear Window Defogger): Press to heat the mirrors. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Climate Control for more information.

Interior Mirrors

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror with OnStar® controls, located at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer/retailer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar. See OnStar System for more information about the services OnStar provides. O (On/Off): Press to turn the dimming feature on or off. If the vehicle has a rear vision camera (RVC). See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 8‑46 for more information.

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Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind you. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is started. Cleaning the Mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water.

Windows

{ WARNING

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

Power Windows

{ WARNING

Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function and they could be seriously injured or (Continued)

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killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children. When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows.

Driver Side Shown

The power window switches are located on the driver door.

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In addition, each door has a switch for its own window. The front power window switch operates with two positions for both up and down movement and the rear power window switch operates with one position for up and two positions for down movement. Press the switch to the first position to lower the window to the desired level. Pull the switch up to raise the window. The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP) that allows you to use the power windows once the ignition has been turned off. For more information, see Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 8‑19 .

Express-Down/Up Windows Windows with the express feature allow the windows to be raised and lowered all the way without holding the switch. Press or pull the switch fully and release it to activate the express feature. The express mode can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing or pulling the switch. Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature If any object is in the path of the window when the express-up is active, the window will stop at the obstruction and auto-reverse to a preset factory position. Weather conditions such as severe icing may also cause the window to auto-reverse. The window will return to normal operation once the obstruction or condition is removed.

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Express Window Anti-Pinch Override

{ WARNING

If express override is activated, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. Before you use express override, make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path.

In an emergency, the anti-pinch feature can be overridden in a supervised mode. Hold the window switch all the way up to the second position. The window will rise for as long as the switch is held. Once the switch is released, the express mode is re-activated. In this mode, the window can still close on an object in its path. Use care when using the override mode.

Programming the Power Windows If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged, disconnected, or is not working, you will need to reprogram each front power window for the express-up feature to work. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery. To program each front window, follow these steps: 1. With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY, ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active, close all doors.

2. Press and hold the power

window switch until the window is fully open.

3. Pull the power window switch up

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

The window is now reprogrammed. Repeat the process for the other windows. Window Lockout o (Window Lockout): The rear window lockout button is located on the driver door near the window switches. Press the right side of the button to disable the rear window controls. The light on the button will illuminate, indicating the feature is in use. The rear windows still can be raised or lowered using the driver window switches when the lockout feature is active. To restore power to the rear windows, press the button again. The light on the button will go out.

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Sun Visors Swing down the visor to block out glare. It can also be detached from the center mount and moved to the side to block glare from that direction. The driver visor may also have buttons for a built-in garage door opener. See Universal Remote System on page 4‑61 for more information. Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror Pull the visor down and lift the cover to access the mirror. A light comes on when the cover is lifted and goes out when it is closed.

Roof

Sunroof If the vehicle has a power sunroof it will only operate when the ignition is turned on, or in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 8‑19 . The sunroof switches are located on the overhead console.

Press and hold the rear of the switch to open the sunshade. Press and hold the front of the switch to close the sunshade. Express-Open: To open the sunshade, fully press and release the rear of the driver side switch. The sunshade will automatically open. To stop the sunshade partway, press the switch a second time. Express-Close: To close the sunshade, fully press and release the front of the driver side switch. The sunshade will automatically close. To stop the sunshade partway, press the switch a second time. The sunshade will open automatically with the sunroof, but can also be opened manually.

The driver side switch operates the sunshade.

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Anti-Pinch Feature If an object is in the path of the sunroof/sunshade when it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof/sunshade from closing at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof/sunshade will then return to the full-open position. To close the sunroof/sunshade, see “Express-Close” earlier in this section.

Express-Close: To close the sunroof, fully press and release the front of the driver's side switch. The sunroof will automatically close. To stop the sunroof partway, press the switch a second time. Comfort Stop Feature: The sunroof has a comfort stop feature which stops the sunroof from opening to the full-open position. From the comfort stop position, press the rear of the passenger side switch a second time to open the sunroof to the full-open position. Vent Feature: Press and hold the front of the passenger side switch to vent the sunroof. The sunshade will automatically open approximately fifteen inches. Press and hold the rear of the passenger side switch to close the sunroof vent.

The passenger side switch operates the sunroof. Express-Open: To open the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of the passenger side switch. The sunroof will automatically open. To stop the sunroof partway, press the switch a second time.

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Child Restraints

Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-43
Infants and Young

Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-45
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . 2-47
Where to Put the Restraint . . . 2-49
Lower Anchors and Tethers

for Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-51

Replacing LATCH System

Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 2-57

Securing Child Restraints

(Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-57

Securing Child Restraints

(Front Passenger Seat) . . . . 2-59

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Head Restraints

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Active Head Restraints . . . . . . . . 2-3

Front Seats

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

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

Rear Seats

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

Safety Belts

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
How to Wear Safety Belts

Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Safety Belt Use During

Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25

Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . 2-25
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26
Replacing Safety Belt System

Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 2-26

Airbag System

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . 2-29
When Should an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-31

What Makes an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32

How Does an Airbag

Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33

What Will You See After an

Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33

Passenger Sensing

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-35

Servicing the Airbag-Equipped

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-40

Adding Equipment to the

Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 2-40
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . 2-42
Replacing Airbag System

Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 2-42

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Head Restraints The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The vehicle's rear seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions, but they are not adjustable.

{ WARNING

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

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

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

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Front Seats

Active Head Restraint System The vehicle has an active head restraint system in the front seating positions. These automatically tilt forward to reduce the risk of neck injury if the vehicle is hit from behind.

Seat Adjustment

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

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To move a manual seat forward or rearward:

1. Lift the bar to unlock the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar.

Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place.

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Power Seat Adjustment

Power Seats On vehicles with power seats, the controls are located on the outboard side of the seats.

. Move the seat forward or

rearward by sliding the horizontal control forward or rearward.

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

. Raise or lower the rear part of

the seat cushion by moving the rear of the horizontal control up or down.

. Raise or lower the entire seat by

moving the entire horizontal control up or down.

The vertical control is used for reclining the seatback. See “Power Reclining Seatbacks” under Reclining Seatbacks on page 2‑7
for more information. Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel On vehicles with the memory package the controls are located on the driver door. This feature is used to program and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirror, and the steering wheel position if the vehicle has the power tilt wheel and telescopic steering feature.

1: Saves the seating position for driver 1. 2: Saves the seating position for driver 2. S : Recalls the easy exit position. To save your positions in memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner and lumbar, both outside mirrors, and the steering wheel to a comfortable position.

2. Press and hold button 1 until two

beeps sound through the driver side front speaker to let you know that the position has been stored.

3. Repeat the procedure for a

second driver using button 2. To recall memory positions, the vehicle must be in P (Park) for an automatic transmission or the parking brake applied for a manual transmission. Press and release either button 1 or button 2.

A single beep will sound. The seat, outside mirrors, and steering wheel will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver. If the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is used to enter the vehicle and the remote recall memory feature is on, automatic seat and mirror movement occur. On vehicles with the Keyless Access System, automatic adjustment occurs when the driver door is opened. To stop recall movement of the memory feature at any time, press one of the power seat controls, memory buttons, power tilt wheel control, or power mirror buttons.

If something has blocked the driver seat or the steering column while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction, then press the appropriate control for the area that is not recalling for two seconds. Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button. If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer/retailer for service. Easy Exit Recall S : With the vehicle in P (Park) for an automatic transmission or the parking brake applied for a manual transmission, press the exit button to recall the exit position. If the easy exit seat feature is on in the DIC, automatic seat and power telescopic steering column movement occurs when the key is removed from the ignition.

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On vehicles with the Keyless Access System, automatic adjustment occurs when the ignition is turned to OFF and the driver door is opened. A single beep sounds. The driver seat moves back, and if the vehicle has the power tilt wheel and telescopic steering feature, it moves up and forward. See “EASY EXIT RECALL” under Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑51 for more information. For more programming information, see Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑51 .

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Lumbar Adjustment

The vehicle may have this feature. The driver and passenger seatback lumbar support can be adjusted by moving the control located on the outboard side of the seat cushions. To increase or decrease support, hold the control forward or rearward. Adjust the seat as needed.

A. Seat Cushion Bolster

Adjustment Switch

B. Lumbar Support Control Switch C. Seatback Bolster Adjustment

Switch

Power Lumbar On vehicles with this feature: . Press and hold the top of the

control (B) to increase support to the top of the seatback and decrease support to the bottom of the lumbar.

. Press and hold the bottom of the

control to decrease support to the top of the seatback and increase support to the bottom of the seatback.

. Press and hold the front or rear

of the control to increase or decrease support to the entire seatback. Side Bolster On vehicles with this feature: . Press the top or bottom of

control (A) to increase or decrease support in seat cushion bolsters.

. Press the top or bottom of the

control (C) to increase or decrease support in the seatback bolsters.

Thigh Support Adjustment

On vehicles with this feature, adjust the manual leg extension by reaching under it, in the pocketed area. Press the release button and pull or push to lengthen or shorten it. Release the button to lock it in place.

Reclining Seatbacks

Manual Reclining Seatbacks

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

{ WARNING

If either 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 seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

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If the front passenger seat has a manual reclining seatback, the lever used to operate it is located on the outboard side of the seat. To recline the seatback:

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

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

3. Push and pull on the seatback to

make sure it is locked.

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

2. Push and pull on the seatback to

make sure it is locked.

Power Reclining Seatbacks If the seats have power reclining seatbacks, use the vertical power seat control located on the outboard side of each seat.

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

{ WARNING

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. 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.

Heated and Ventilated Front Seats

{ WARNING

If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater, especially for long periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket, cushion, cover or similar item. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat.

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On vehicles with this feature, the buttons are located on the climate control panel. z (Heated Seat and Seatback): Press to heat the seat and seatback. { (Ventilated Seat): Press to ventilate the seat. A light bar in the climate control display shows the setting; high, medium, or low. Press either button to start that feature at the highest setting. Each press of the button, decreases the setting. To turn the feature off, press the button until the light turns off. The heated or ventilated seats shut off when the vehicle is turned off.

Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving.

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Rear Seats Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. The vehicle may have a split folding rear seat.

Sedan To lower one or both of the rear seatbacks:

Wagon To lower one or both of the rear seatbacks:

1. Pull forward on the tab, located

on the outboard side of the seatback, to unlock the seatback.

2. Fold the seatback down.

This allows access to the trunk.

See Trunk (Sedan) on page 1‑17
for more information.

1. Pull on the lever, located on the top outboard side of the seatback, to unlock the seatback.

2. Fold the seatback down.

To return a seatback to the upright position:

{ WARNING

If either 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 seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

1. Lift the seatback up and push it

back into place.

2. Make sure the seatback is

locked into place by pushing and pulling on it.

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 3 for the

other seatback.

When the seatback is not in use, it should be kept in the upright, locked position.

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

{ WARNING

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

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{ WARNING

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

This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 4‑21 for additional information.

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

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

Put someone on it.

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

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

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

or the instrument panel...

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

Q: If I am a good driver, and

I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts?

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

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

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

Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I have to wear safety belts?

A: Airbags are supplemental

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

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children on page 2‑43 or Infants and Young Children on page 2‑45 . Follow those rules for everyone's protection. It is very important for all occupants to buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Occupants who are not buckled up can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts.

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

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If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash.

Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

{ WARNING

Q: What is wrong with this?

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