2008 Cadillac SRX Owners Manual

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{CAUTION: People who are in a crash and not wearing a safety belt properly can suffer much worse injuries. They can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it, and be seriously injured or killed. This is true for any vehicle occupant, in any motor vehicle. In a rollover or other crash, the Ultra View® roof can be damaged or destroyed. People who are unbelted would be at risk of being ejected from the vehicle. Always fasten your safety belt, and check that your passengers’ belts are fastened properly too. Your vehicle may have an Ultra View® sunroof over the ﬁrst two rows of seats. The ignition must be turned to ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active to operate it. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-26. 2-59 Anti-Pinch Feature If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof will then reverse. To close the sunroof once it has re-opened, remove the obstruction and press the front of the sunroof switch. Resynchronization To resynchronize the sunroof and sunshade, do the following. 1. With the engine running, press and hold both the sunroof switch in the open position and the sunshade switch in the closed position for six seconds. 2. Release both buttons. 3. When the sunroof reaches the fully closed position, the sunshade will close. 4. After the sunroof and sunshade have fully closed, continue to hold the sunroof switch in the closed position for an additional three or four seconds to complete the resynchronization process. The sunroof/sunshade switches are located in the headliner between the driver and front passenger. One switch operates the sunroof and the other switch operates the sunshade. Press the back of the sunroof switch to open the sunroof. When the switch is pressed to the ﬁrst stop the sunroof will open to a desired position. Press the switch to the second stop to express open the sunroof to a preset comfort position. Press the second stop again to fully express open the sunroof. Press the front of the switch to close the sunroof. The ﬁrst stop will close the sunroof at a desired position at normal speed, and the second stop will express close the roof. Press the back of the sunshade switch to open the sunshade. Press the front of the switch to the ﬁrst stop to close the sunshade to a desired position at a normal speed. Press the switch forward to the second stop to express close the sunshade. 2-60 Sunroof (Ultra View Plus) {CAUTION: People who are in a crash and not wearing a safety belt properly can suffer much worse injuries. They can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it, and be seriously injured or killed. This is true for any vehicle occupant, in any motor vehicle. In a rollover or other crash, the Ultra View® roof can be damaged or destroyed. People who are unbelted would be at risk of being ejected from the vehicle. Always fasten your safety belt, and check that your passengers’ belts are fastened properly too. Your vehicle may have an Ultra View® sunroof over the ﬁrst two rows of seats and a smaller sunroof over the third row seat. Both have sunshades, but the back sunroof does not open. The ignition must be turned to ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active to operate it. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-26 A. Rear Sunshade B. Front Sunshade C. Front Sunroof The sunroof/sunshade switches are located in the headliner between the driver and front passenger. One switch (C) operates the front sunroof and another switch (B) operates the front sunshade. The third switch (A) is for the rear sunshade. Press the back of the sunroof switch (C) to open the sunroof. Press the switch to the ﬁrst stop to open the sunroof to a desired position. Press the switch to the second stop to express-open the sunroof to a preset comfort stop. Press the switch at the second stop again to express-open the sunroof completely. Press the front of the sunroof switch to close the sunroof. Press the switch to the ﬁrst stop to close the sunroof to a desired position. Press the front of the switch to the second stop to express close the sunroof. 2-61 Press the back of the front sunshade switch (B) to open it. Press it to the ﬁrst stop to open the front sunshade to a desired position. Press it again to express open the sunshade. Press the front of the front sunshade switch to close it. Press to the ﬁrst stop to close it to a desired position. Press the switch to the second stop to express close the front sunshade Press the back of the rear sunshade switch (A) to open the rear sunshade. Press the front of the switch to close the rear sunshade. Anti-Pinch Feature If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof will then reverse. To close the sunroof once it has re-opened, remove the obstruction and press the front of the sunroof switch. Resynchronization To resynchronize the front sunroof and front and rear sunshades, do the following. 1. With the engine running, press and hold the rear sunshade switch in the closed position for about 15 seconds – the shade will move to the stop position. 2. Brieﬂy release the button, and press the rear sunshade switch in the closed position again. The shade will now move to the fully open position and then return to the fully closed position. Keep the switch pushed in the closed position for the entire open/close cycle of the shade. 3. At the same time, press and hold the front sunroof switch in the open position and the front sunshade switch in the closed position for about six seconds. When the front sunroof reaches the fully closed position, the front sunshade will close. 4. After the sunroof and sunshade have fully closed, continue to hold the sunroof switch in the closed position for an additional three or four seconds to complete the resynchronization process. 2-62 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...............................3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................3-6 Other Warning Devices ...................................3-6 Horn .............................................................3-6 Tilt Wheel .....................................................3-6 Heated Steering Wheel ...................................3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever .........................3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ........................3-8 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ..................3-8 Flash-to-Pass .................................................3-9 Windshield Wipers ..........................................3-9 Windshield Washer .......................................3-10 Rear Window Wiper/Washer ...........................3-11 Headlamp Washer ........................................3-12 Cruise Control ..............................................3-12 Headlamps ..................................................3-16 Wiper Activated Headlamps ............................3-16 Headlamps on Reminder ................................3-16 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) .......................3-17 Fog Lamps ..................................................3-18 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ........................3-19 Instrument Panel Brightness ...........................3-19 Entry Lighting ...............................................3-19 Parade Dimming ...........................................3-19 Reading Lamps ............................................3-20 Electric Power Management ...........................3-20 Accessory Power Outlet(s) .............................3-21 Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter ......................3-21 Analog Clock ...............................................3-22 Climate Controls ............................................3-23 Dual Climate Control System ..........................3-23 Outlet Adjustment .........................................3-29 Rear Air Conditioning System .........................3-29 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...................3-30 3-1 Section 3 Instrument Panel Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ............3-31 Instrument Panel Cluster ................................3-32 Speedometer and Odometer ...........................3-33 Tachometer .................................................3-33 Engine Speed Limiter ....................................3-33 Safety Belt Reminders ...................................3-33 Airbag Readiness Light ..................................3-34 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...................3-35 Charging System Light ..................................3-37 Brake System Warning Light ..........................3-38 Antilock Brake System Warning Light ...............3-39 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ......3-39 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light ......3-40 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ..................3-40 Tire Pressure Light .......................................3-41 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............................3-42 Oil Pressure Light .........................................3-44 Security Light ...............................................3-45 Fog Lamp Light ............................................3-45 Lights On Reminder ......................................3-46 Cruise Control Light ......................................3-46 Highbeam On Light .......................................3-46 Tow/Haul Mode Light ....................................3-46 Fuel Gage ...................................................3-47 Driver Information Center (DIC) .......................3-47 DIC Operation and Displays ...........................3-48 DIC Warnings and Messages .........................3-53 DIC Vehicle Customization .............................3-62 Audio System(s) .............................................3-70 Setting the Time ...........................................3-71 Radio(s) (MP3) .............................................3-75 Using an MP3 ..............................................3-84 XM Radio Messages .....................................3-89 Navigation/Radio System ...............................3-90 Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System ...........3-90 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) .................................3-90 Theft-Deterrent Feature ..................................3-92 Audio Steering Wheel Controls .......................3-92 Radio Reception ...........................................3-93 Rear Side Window Antenna ...........................3-94 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System .............3-94 3-2 ✍ NOTES 3-3 Instrument Panel Overview 3-4 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-29. B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7. C. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-32. D. Windshield Wiper Lever. See Windshield Wipers on page 3-9. E. Analog Clock. See Analog Clock on page 3-22. F. Driver Information Center Controls (DIC). See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-48. G. Hood Release. See Hood Release on page 5-11. Parking Brake Release. See Parking Brake on page 2-34. H. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-19. I. Cruise Control Buttons. See Cruise Control on page 3-12. J. Tilt Wheel Lever. See Tilt Wheel on page 3-6. K. Adjustable Pedal Button (If Equipped). See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 2-28. L. Horn. See Horn on page 3-6. M. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-92. N. Ashtray (If Equipped). See Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 3-21. O. Traction Control Button. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-5. P. Tow/Haul Selector Button (If Equipped). See Tow/Haul Mode on page 2-33. Q. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6. R. Dual Climate Control System. See Dual Climate Control System on page 3-23. S. Audio System. See Audio System(s) on page 3-70. T. Glove Box. See Glove Box on page 2-57. 3-5 Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn the police and others that you have a problem. The front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn. The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located towards the center of the instrument panel. Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. Press the button again to turn the ﬂashers off. While the hazard warning ﬂashers are on, the turn signals do not work. The hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what position the key is in, and even if the key is not in the ignition switch. Other Warning Devices If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. 3-6 The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place. Heated Steering Wheel Your vehicle may have a heated steering wheel. The button with this symbol is located on the left side of the steering wheel. Press the button to turn the heated steering wheel on or off. A light on the button will display when the feature is turned on. The steering wheel will take about three minutes to start heating. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: (cid:129) G Turn and Lane-Change Signals. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 3-8. (cid:129) P Exterior Lamp Control. See Headlamps on page 3-16. (cid:129) 23 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8. Flash-To-Pass Feature. See Flash-to-Pass on page 3-9. (cid:129) - Fog Lamps. See Fog Lamps on page 3-18. 3-7 (cid:129) Turn Signal On Chime If the turn signal is left on for about 3⁄4 mile (1.2 km), a warning chime will sound and the TURN SIGNAL ON message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. See “Turn Signal On” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-53 for more information. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Push forward on the turn signal/multifunction lever to change the headlamps from low to high beam. Pull the lever back and then release it to change from high to low beam. If the vehicle is turned off while the high beams are on, they will come on the next time the vehicle is started. The highbeam light on the instrument panel cluster, comes on while the high-beam headlamps are on. Turn and Lane-Change Signals To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will ﬂash in the direction of the turn or lane change. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to ﬂash to signal a lane change. Hold it there until the lane change is complete. The lever returns to its original position when it is released. Rapid ﬂashing of arrows when signaling for a turn or lane change may be caused by a burned-out signal bulb. Other driver’s will not see the signal. Replace burned-out bulbs to help avoid possible accidents. Check the fuse and for burned-out bulbs if the arrow fails to work when signaling a turn. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-101 for more information. 3-8 Flash-to-Pass This feature allows you to use the high-beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. Pull and hold the turn signal/multifunction lever toward you to use this feature. When this is done the following will occur: If the headlamps are off, in low-beam or in Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) mode, the high-beam headlamps will turn on. They will stay on as long as the lever is held there. Release the lever to turn them off. If the headlamps are in high-beam mode, they will switch to low beam. To return to high-beam, push the lever forward. Windshield Wipers The lever on the right side of the steering column operates the windshield wipers. 7(Mist): Pull the lever down and release it for a single wiping cycle. The lever will return to its original position. For more cycles, hold the lever down before releasing it. 9(Off): Put the lever in this position to turn off the wipers. &(Delay): Put the lever in this position to set a delay between wipes. Turn the delay adjustment band to set the length of the delay. 3-9 (cid:129) (cid:129) 6 (Delay Adjustment): Use this band to set the length of the delay between wipes when using the delay feature. The closer you move the band toward mist, the longer the delay. The windshield wiper lever must be in delay for this feature to work. 6 (Low Speed): Put the lever in this position for slow, steady wiping cycles. 1 (High Speed): Put the lever in this position for rapid wiping cycles. If the windshield wipers are in use for about six seconds while you are driving, the exterior lamps will come on automatically if the exterior lamp control is in AUTO. See Wiper Activated Headlamps on page 3-16 for more information. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they are frozen to the windshield, gently loosen or thaw them. If the blades do become damaged, install new blades. For more information, see Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 5-49. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. 3-10 Windshield Washer {CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer ﬂuid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. The windshield washer button is located at the end of the windshield wiper lever. K (Washer Fluid): Press this button to wash the windshield. Washer ﬂuid will squirt onto the windshield and the wipers will run for a few cycles to clear the windshield. For more wash cycles, press and hold the button. If your vehicle is low on washer ﬂuid, the WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-53 for more information. If the headlamps are on when you wash the windshield, the headlamp washer will turn on, if your vehicle has them. Both the windshield and the headlamps will be washed. See Headlamp Washer on page 3-12. Rear Window Wiper/Washer {CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer ﬂuid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. The switch for the rear washer/wiper is located in the overhead console. Z (Rear Wiper): Press this side of the button to turn the rear wiper on. Y (Washer Fluid): Press this button to wash and wipe the window. The rear window washer uses the same ﬂuid bottle as the windshield washer. However, the rear window washer will run out of ﬂuid before the windshield washer. If you can wash your windshield but not your rear windows, check the ﬂuid level. 5 (Delay): Press this side of the button to turn on delayed wiping. To turn either the delay or rear wiper setting off, press the opposite side of the button to turn it to the off position. Pressing the button all the way down on either side will activate a wiper setting. 3-11 Headlamp Washer Your vehicle may have headlamp washers. The headlamp washers clear debris from the headlamp lenses. The headlamps must be on to be washed. If the headlamps are off, only the windshield will be washed when the washer button is pressed. If the washer ﬂuid is low, the headlamp washers will not work. See Windshield Washer on page 3-10 for additional information. Cruise Control {CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. Cruise control enables your vehicle to maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more while your foot is off the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). The headlamp washers are located to the inside of the headlamps. To wash the headlamps, press the washer button located at the end of the windshield wiper lever. Both the headlamps and the windshield will be washed. After the ﬁrst wash, the headlamps will be washed after the ﬁfth press of the windshield washer button. 3-12 When the brakes are applied, the cruise control shuts off. If your vehicle has the StabiliTrak® system and begins to limit wheel spin while using cruise control, the cruise control automatically disengages. See StabiliTrak® System on page 4-7. Turn the cruise control back on, when road conditions allow safe usage. The cruise control buttons are located on the outboard side of the steering wheel. T (On/Off): Press this button to turn the system on and off. The indicator light on the button turns on when cruise control is on and turns off when cruise control is off. + RES (Resume/Accelerate): Press this button to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed. SET − (Set/Coast): Press this button to set the speed or make the vehicle slow down. [ (Cancel): Press this button to cancel cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. Cruise Control Cruise Control w/Heated Steering Wheel 3-13 Resuming a Set Speed If the brakes are applied while the cruise control is at a set speed, the cruise control disengages. But it does not need to be reset. Once the vehicle reaches about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, press the +RES button on the steering wheel. The vehicle returns to the speed selected previously and stays there. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control To increase the cruise speed while using cruise control: (cid:129) Press and hold the +RES button on the steering wheel until the new desired speed is reached, and then release the button. To increase vehicle speed in small increments, press the +RES button. Each time this is done, your vehicle goes about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster. Setting Cruise Control Cruise control will not work if the parking brake is set, or if the master cylinder brake ﬂuid level is low. The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster comes on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed. {CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. 1. Press the cruise control T On/Off button. 2. Get up to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET− button located on the steering wheel and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator. 3-14 (cid:129) Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control To reduce the vehicle speed while using cruise control: (cid:129) Press and hold the SET– button on the steering wheel until the desired lower speed is reached, and then release the button. To slow down in very small amounts, press the SET– button on the steering wheel brieﬂy. Each time this is done, the vehicle goes about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower. Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle slows down to the cruise control speed that was set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle speed. When going downhill, you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle speed down. If the brake is applied the cruise control is disengaged. Many drivers ﬁnd this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills. Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to end cruise control: (cid:129) Step lightly on the brake pedal. (cid:129) Press the [ button on the steering wheel. (cid:129) Press the T button on the steering wheel. Erasing Speed Memory When the cruise control or the ignition is turned off, the cruise control set speed memory is erased. 3-15 (cid:129) Wiper Activated Headlamps This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for about six seconds. For this feature to work, the exterior lamp control must be in AUTO. The wiper-activated headlamps immediately turn off, when the ignition is turned to LOCK/OFF or the windshield wiper control is turned off. Headlamps on Reminder A warning chime will sound if the exterior lamp control is left on in either the headlamp or parking lamp position and the driver’s door is opened with the ignition off. See Lights On Reminder on page 3-46 for additional information. Headlamps The exterior lamp control is located in the middle of the turn signal/multifunction lever. O(Exterior Lamp Control): Turn the control with this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp control has four positions: O(Off): Turn the control to this position to turn off all lamps, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). AUTO (Automatic): Turn the control to this position to put the headlamps in automatic mode. AUTO mode will turn the exterior lamps on and off depending upon how much light is available outside of the vehicle. ;(Parking Lamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following: (cid:129) Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights 5(Headlamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. 3-16 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada. The DRL system will make the turn signal lamps come on when the following conditions are met: It is daylight and the ignition is in the ON/RUN position. The exterior lamp control is in the off or AUTO position and the headlamps are off. The automatic transmission is not in PARK (P). When DRL are on, only the front turn signal lamps will be on. No other exterior lamps will be on. The instrument panel cluster will not be lit up either. When the exterior lamp control is in AUTO and it is dark enough outside, the DRL will turn off and the low-beam headlamps will turn on. When it is bright enough outside, the low-beam headlamps will go off, and the DRL will turn back on. If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system comes on immediately. Once you leave the garage, it takes about one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside. During that delay, the instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel brightness lever is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-19. To drive the vehicle with the DRL off, turn the exterior lamp control off. Then turn on the fog lamps or parking lamps, and the DRL will turn off. This will work regardless of gear position and whether or not the parking brake is set. As with any vehicle, the regular headlamp system should be turned on when needed. 3-17 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Light Sensor The light sensor for the DRL and AUTO headlamp feature is located on top of the instrument panel. If you cover the sensor, it will prevent it from sensing light, and the exterior lamps may come on whenever the ignition is on. 3-18 Fog Lamps Use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. The fog lamp controls are located on the turn signal/multifunction lever. -(Fog Lamps): The band with this symbol is used to turn the fog lamps on and off. The parking lamps must be on for the fog lamps to work. To turn the fog lamps on, turn the fog lamp band on the lever up to the dot and release it. The band will return to its original position. To turn the fog lamps off, turn the fog lamp band up to the dot and release it. The band will return to its original position, and the fog lamps will turn off. If the high-beam headlamps are turned on, the fog lamps will also turn off. They will turn back on again when you switch back to low-beam headlamps. Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps. Exterior Lighting Battery Saver The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to LOCK/OFF, if the parking lamps or headlamps have been left on. This protects against draining the battery. The battery saver does not work if the headlamps are turned on after the ignition is turned to LOCK/OFF. To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes, turn the lamps back on with the exterior lamp control. Instrument Panel Brightness Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the interior lights. To turn on the dome lamps, turn the knob completely clockwise as far as it will go. The dome lamps stay on until they are turned off. Entry Lighting The entry lighting system turns on the reading and dome lamps and the backlighting to the exterior lamp control, when a door is opened or if the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter unlock button is pressed. If activated by the RKE, the lighting stays on for about 25 seconds. The entry lighting system uses the light sensor on the instrument panel; so it must be dark outside in order for the lamps to turn on. The lamps turn off about 25 seconds after the last door is closed. They dim then turn off if the ignition key is turned to ON/RUN. They immediately turn off if the power locks are used. Parade Dimming This feature does not let the instrument panel backlight dim during daylight hours while the key is in the ignition and the headlamps are on. Parade dimming automatically works with the light sensor, located on top of the dashboard. If it is dark enough outside and the parking lamps are on, the backlight on the instrument panel can be adjusted by turning the instrument panel brightness knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lighting. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-19. 3-19 Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the overhead console. These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened. For manual operation, press the button next to each lamp to turn it on or off. If the reading lamps are left on, they automatically shut off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off. Electric Power Management The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) that estimates the battery’s temperature and state of charge. It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery. When the battery’s state of charge is low, the voltage is raised slightly to quickly put the charge back in. When the state of charge is high, the voltage is lowered slightly to prevent overcharging. If the vehicle has a voltmeter gage or a voltage display on the Driver Information Center (DIC), you may see the voltage move up or down. This is normal. If there is a problem, an alert will be displayed. The battery can be discharged at idle if the electrical loads are very high. This is true for all vehicles. This is because the generator (alternator) may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads. A high electrical load occurs when several of the following loads are on: headlamps, high beams, fog lamps, rear window defogger, climate control fan at high speed, heated seats, engine cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged into accessory power outlets. EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery. It does this by balancing the generator’s output and the vehicle’s electrical needs. It can increase engine idle speed to generate more power, whenever needed. It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessories. Normally, these actions occur in steps or levels, without being noticeable. In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action, this action may be noticeable to the driver. If so, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message might be displayed, such as Battery Saver Active or Service Battery Charging System. If this message is displayed, it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-53. 3-20 Accessory Power Outlet(s) The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone, CB radio, etc. The vehicle has one outlet in front of the center console on the instrument panel and one in the rear compartment. Your vehicle may have one or two outlets in the rear of the center console. There is a small cap that must be removed to access the accessory power outlet. When not using the outlet be sure to cover it with the protective cap. Notice: Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off will drain the battery. Power is always supplied to the outlets. Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum 20 ampere rating. Certain accessory power plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power outlets. Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes. Check with your dealer/retailer before adding electrical equipment. Follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install. Notice: Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only. Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter. Notice: If you put papers, pins, or other ﬂammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle. Never put ﬂammable items in the ashtray. 3-21 Analog Clock The analog clock is located on the instrument panel above the radio. The clock is not connected with any other vehicle system and runs by itself. To adjust the clock: 1. Locate the adjustment button directly below the clock face. 2. Push and hold the adjustment button to advance the clock hands. Holding the button down will cause the clock to advance faster. Release the button before you get to the desired time. 3. Push and release the button to increase the time by one minute increments until the desired time is reached. Ashtray The ashtray is located under the climate control panel on the instrument panel. Press on the door to release the ashtray. To empty the ashtray, remove it from the instrument panel by gripping the edges and pulling straight out. To reinstall, push the tray back into place. There may also be ashtrays in the rear doors. Cigarette Lighter Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the heating element when it is hot. Damage from overheating can occur to the lighter or heating element, or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating. The cigarette lighter is located next to the ashtray. The vehicle does not have any cigarette lighters for the rear seat passengers. To activate the cigarette lighter, push it into the heating element and let go. When the lighter is ready it will pop back out by itself. 3-22 Climate Controls Dual Climate Control System The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Dual Climate Control System Automatic Operation The climate control system automatically adjusts the air temperature, air delivery mode, fan speed, and air conditioning for best comfort in the vehicle. To activate the automatic system: AUTO (Automatic Mode): 1. Turn the fan and mode controls to the AUTO position. This also sets the recirculation mode to automatic operation on the display. 2. Press the up or down arrows to adjust the temperature to a comfortable setting between 70°F (21°C) and 80°F (27°C). 3. Allow the system time to stabilize. This might take several minutes in very hot or cold weather. Then adjust the temperature, as needed for best comfort. Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster. In cold weather, the system starts at reduced fan speeds to avoid blowing cold air into the vehicle until warmer air is available. The automatic system starts out blowing air at the ﬂoor, but changes modes automatically as the vehicle warms up to maintain the chosen temperature setting. The length of time needed to warm the interior depends on the outside temperature and the amount of time that has passed since the vehicle was last driven. 3-23 «ª (Driver’s Temperature Controls): Press the up or down buttons closest to the driver to manually increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle. «ª (Passenger’s Temperature Controls): Press the up or down buttons closest to the passenger to manually increase or decrease the temperature for the front passenger. If the passenger’s climate control system is off, pressing either of these buttons turns it on. Manual Operation 9 (Fan): Turn the left control to adjust the fan speed manually if the automatic setting is higher or lower than desired. The fan speed remains at this level until you return to AUTO or adjust to a different level. In the automatic position, the blower might go to a lower speed during an OnStar® session to limit the background noise. To change the current mode, select one of the following positions using the right control: AUTO: Turn the control to this position to turn on the automatic delivery mode operation. F(Vent): Turn the control to this position so that air is directed to the instrument panel outlets. *(Bi-Level): Turn the control to this position so that the air is directed to the instrument panel outlets and the ﬂoor outlets. The temperature of the air to the ﬂoor will be warmer than the air to the upper outlets. 7(Floor): Turn the control to this position so that most of the air is directed to the ﬂoor outlets with some air directed to the outboard outlets, side window outlets, and defroster outlet. W (Defog): Turn the control to this position so that air is directed between the windshield and ﬂoor outlets, with some air going to the outboard outlets and side window outlets. More information of defogging can be found later in this section. 0 (Defrost): Turn the control to this position so that most of the air is directed to the windshield with some air going to the side window outlets. More information on defrosting can be found later in this section. O (On/Off): Press this button to turn the climate control system on or off. While off, adjusting any button or control, except recirculation and rear window defog turns the system back on. The air inlets default to outside air when the climate control system is turned off. 3-24 PASS (Passenger’s Climate Control): Press this button to turn the passenger’s climate control system on or off. Then press the up or down buttons to choose the desired setting. Pressing the button again automatically sets the passengers temperature to the drivers setting. Turning the passenger’s temperature display off does not turn off the climate control system for the passenger. Recirculation Operation There are three options for bringing air into the climate control system. They are controlled by pressing the center button on the climate control panel. The climate control display indicates one of the following three modes: 9 (Auto Air Inlet): This mode lets the automatic climate control system choose the best air inlet position for cooling or warming the vehicle. To have full automatic climate control, the fan and mode controls must be set to the AUTO position. Generally, recirculation will only automatically be selected on hot days. Your vehicle may have an optional Air Quality Sensor. To activate the air quality sensor, the auto air inlet setting must be used. For more information, see Air Quality Sensor found later in this section. ?(Recirculation): This mode recirculates air inside the vehicle and keeps outside air from coming into the vehicle. It can be used to help cool the vehicle more quickly or to prevent odors from entering the vehicle. Recirculation is not available in the defrost mode. It is also cancelled when ﬂoor or defog mode is selected. In some conditions using recirculation for long periods of time can cause the air inside the vehicle to become too dry or stuffy. To prevent this from happening, after the air in the vehicle has cooled, select auto air inlet or outside air. : (Outside Air): This mode pulls fresh air from outside the vehicle. Outside air is always selected in defrost mode to prevent fogging. 3-25 Air Quality Sensor: Your vehicle may have an air quality sensor to help limit the climate control system from pulling in irritating or harmful exhaust fumes from other vehicles. This sensor, when active, monitors the air quality in front of your vehicle and switches to air recirculation when poor quality air is detected outside your vehicle. The air quality sensor does not activate due to organic odors like skunk, and may not activate on many chemical-related odors. If you wish to limit these types of odors, manually select recirculation. To activate the air quality sensor, if your vehicle has one, select the Auto Air Inlet on your climate control display. The word AUTO is shown in the center of the display under the outline shape of a vehicle. While the air quality sensor senses poor quality air, the recirculation graphic appears above the AUTO symbol. Under some conditions, the air quality sensor system does not operate. In cold weather, the system might not be active (even if AUTO is displayed) because of concerns of fogging your windows, which may occur by activating recirculation mode. Also, the air quality sensor system does not remain in recirculation mode for extended periods of time that could cause stuffy or very dry conditions in the vehicle. Following a poorly running vehicle for an extended period of time may not keep recirculation active indeﬁnitely. The air quality sensor system does not protect against carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-39. Air Conditioning # (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air conditioning on or off, and override the automatic system. When selecting the AUTO fan or AUTO mode, the air conditioning compressor comes on automatically, as necessary. The air conditioning system removes moisture from the air, so water might drip underneath the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine. This is normal. 3-26 Sensors There is an interior temperature sensor located below the climate control system next to the steering wheel. There is a solar sensor located on top of the instrument panel, near the windshield. An ambient sensor is located behind the grille in front of the vehicle. These sensors help the climate control system automatically control the temperature setting. The system can supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun. The recirculation mode will also be used as needed to maintain cool outlet temperatures. Do not cover any of the sensors or the climate control system might not work properly. 3-27 Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to clear fog from the windshield. W (Floor/Defog): Use this mode to clear the windows of fog and warm the passengers. The system turns off recirculation and runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing. If recirculation mode is selected while using the defog mode, the system recirculates air initially but returns to the fresh air mode after 10 minutes. 0 (Defrost): Use this mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. When selected, the system turns off recirculation and runs the air conditioning compressor, unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear. Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. < (Rear Defogger): Press the center of the right control to turn the rear window defogger on or off. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible. The rear window defogger turns off about 20 minutes after the button is ﬁrst pressed if the vehicle is moving at slower speeds. At higher vehicle speeds, the rear defogger can stay on continuously. Each additional press runs the defogger for about 10 minutes. The heated outside rearview mirrors also heat to help clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror when the rear window defogger is on. Notice: Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass. These actions may damage the rear defogger. Repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 3-28 Outlet Adjustment Use the knobs located in the center of each outlet to change the direction of the airﬂow. Use the thumbwheels to open or close the outlets. Operation Tips (cid:129) Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that could block the ﬂow of air into the vehicle. (cid:129) Use of non-GM approved hood deﬂectors may adversely affect the performance of the system. (cid:129) Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively. If the airﬂow seems low when the fan speed is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air ﬁlter might need to be replaced. For more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-30. (cid:129) Set the climate control system to AUTO fan and mode and then adjust the temperature setting up or down a few degrees for best comfort. Rear Air Conditioning System If your vehicle has the rear air conditioning system it has two fan speed selectors. One fan speed selector is located in the front overhead console and the other is located in the headliner above the second row seats. The rear air conditioning system is designed to provide cooled air only. Front Control Rear Control To operate the rear system using the front control, just turn the knob to the fan position you want. To use the rear control, ﬁrst turn the front control to AUX, then the rear control can be used to increase and decrease the airﬂow. 3-29 (cid:129) Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air ﬁlter helps remove dust and pollen from the air entering the vehicle. Like the vehicle’s engine air cleaner/ﬁlter, it needs to be changed periodically. For how often to change the passenger compartment air ﬁlter, see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. The passenger compartment air ﬁlter is located underneath the hood below the windshield wiper arm on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. Use the procedure listed below to replace the passenger compartment air ﬁlter: 1. Open the hood to access the engine compartment. See Hood Release on page 5-11 for more information. Locate the passenger compartment air ﬁlter access panel door. 3-30 2. Push the two tabs on the access panel door towards the windshield. 3. While pressing forward, lift the access panel out of the clipped position and pull towards the front of the vehicle. This releases the clips and allows the panel door to be removed. 4. Remove the old ﬁlter and insert a new one. Make sure the arrow on the ﬁlter is pointing toward the passenger compartment. See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-14 for the correct part number for the ﬁlter. 5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the cover. Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on brieﬂy when you start the engine just to let you know they are working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there is a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Waiting to do repairs can be costly – and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They are a big help. Your vehicle also has a Driver Information Center (DIC) that works along with the warning lights and gages. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-47 for more information. 3-31 Instrument Panel Cluster The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, how much fuel you are using and many of the other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically. United States version shown, Canada similar 3-32 Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). See “SPEEDOMETER” under DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-48 for more information. The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running. Your vehicle’s odometer works together with the driver information center. You can set a Trip A and a Trip B odometer. See “Trip Fuel” under DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-48 for more information. If your vehicle ever needs a new odometer installed, the new one will be set to the correct mileage total of the old odometer. Tachometer This gage indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Engine Speed Limiter This feature prevents the engine from operating at too many revolutions per minute (rpm). When the engine’s rpms are too high, the throttle is closed to reduce speed. If this is not sufficient, then the fuel supply to the engine will be limited. When the rpms return to normal, the fuel supply will return to normal. This helps prevent damage to the engine. Safety Belt Reminders Safety Belt Reminder Light When the engine is started, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will ﬂash for several more. This chime and light is repeated if the driver remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on. 3-33 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the engine is started, a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt. This would only occur if the passenger airbag is enabled. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-65 for more information. The passenger safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will ﬂash for several more. This chime and light are repeated if the passenger remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion. If the passenger’s safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on. Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 1-55. This light will come on when you start your vehicle, and it will ﬂash for a few seconds. The light should go out and the system is ready. If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your airbag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. 3-34 {CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. The airbags in your vehicle may not inﬂate in a crash, or they could even inﬂate without a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle. The airbag readiness light should ﬂash for a few seconds when you start the engine. If the light does not come on then, have it ﬁxed immediately. If there is a problem with the airbag system, an airbag Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also come on. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-53 for more information. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. Your instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator. United States Canada When you start the vehicle, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check. Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the right front passenger’s frontal airbag. 3-35 If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger’s frontal airbag is enabled (may inﬂate). {CAUTION: {CAUTION: If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear-facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger’s seat, it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger’s frontal airbag. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inﬂates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inﬂating airbag. Do not use a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger’s seat if the airbag is turned on. Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear-facing child restraint, no system is fail-safe, and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off. We recommend that rear-facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-65 for more on this, including important safety information. If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer/retailer for service. 3-36 {CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger’s seat may not have the protection of the airbag(s). See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-34 for more on this, including important safety information. Charging System Light This light will come on brieﬂy when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. It should go out once the engine is running. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the charging system. A charging system Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also appear. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-53 for more information. This light could indicate that you have problems with a generator drive belt, or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. 3-37 Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. United States Canada This light should come on brieﬂy when you turn the ignition key to ON/RUN. If it does not come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push, or the pedal may go closer to the ﬂoor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-39. {CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. 3-38 Antilock Brake System Warning Light Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System (ABS), this light will come on brieﬂy when you start the engine. Your vehicle has a traction control system warning light. This light will come on when your traction control system is limiting wheel spin. You may feel or hear the system working, but this is normal. If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-5 for more information. That is normal. If the light does not come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If the ABS light stays on, turn the ignition off, if the light comes on when you are driving, stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the ABS light still stays on, or comes on again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, you still have brakes, but you do not have antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, you do not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with your regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-38 For vehicles with a Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-53 for all brake related DIC messages. 3-39 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light The engine coolant temperature warning light will come on when the engine has overheated. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If this happens you should pull over and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 5-26 for more information. Notice: Driving with the engine coolant temperature warning light on could cause your vehicle to overheat. See Engine Overheating on page 5-26. Your vehicle could be damaged, and it might not be covered by your warranty. Never drive with the engine coolant temperature warning light on. This light will also come on brieﬂy when starting your vehicle. If it does not, have your vehicle serviced. It indicates when the engine has warmed up and if the cooling system is operating properly. If the gage pointer moves into the shaded area, the engine coolant is too hot and the engine coolant temperature warning light will come on. See Engine Overheating on page 5-26 for more information. 3-40 Tire Pressure Light This light comes on brieﬂy when the engine is started. A tire pressure message in the Driver Information Center (DIC), may accompany the light. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-53 for more information. Stop and check your tires as soon as it is safe to do so. If underinﬂated, inﬂate to the proper pressure. See Tires on page 5-51 for more information. If a problem is detected with the Tire Pressure Monitor System, this light will ﬂash for approximately 60 seconds and then stay on solid for the remainder of the ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-61 for more information. This light will also come on when one or more of your tires are signiﬁcantly underinﬂated. 3-41 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. It makes sure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The check engine light comes on to indicate that there is an OBD II problem and service is required. Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. This can prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. Notice: this light on, after a while, the emission controls might not work as well, your vehicle’s fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by your warranty. If you keep driving your vehicle with 3-42 Notice: Modiﬁcations made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle’s emission controls and can cause this light to come on. Modiﬁcations to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modiﬁcations on page 5-3. This light comes on, as a check to show it is working, when the ignition is turned ON/RUN but the engine is not running. If the light does not come on, have it repaired. This light also comes on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing — A misﬁre condition has been detected. A misﬁre increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. Light On Steady — An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. (cid:129) (cid:129) If the Light is Flashing The following can prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: (cid:129) Reduce vehicle speed. (cid:129) Avoid hard accelerations. (cid:129) Avoid steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops ﬂashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park the vehicle. Turn the ignition off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. If the light remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light is still ﬂashing, follow the previous steps and see your dealer/retailer for service as soon as possible. If the Light Is On Steady You might be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See Filling the Tank on page 5-8. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? If so, your vehicle’s electrical system might be wet. The condition is usually corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off. Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You might notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misﬁring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration — these conditions might go away once the engine is warmed up. This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on. If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, your dealer/retailer can check the vehicle. Your dealer/ retailer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to ﬁx any mechanical or electrical problems that might have developed. 3-43 (cid:129) Oil Pressure Light Your vehicle may have this feature. If the vehicle has an oil problem, this light may stay on after the engine is started, or come on while you are driving. This light indicates that oil is not going through the engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated. The engine could be low on oil or could have some other oil problem. Have it ﬁxed right away. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on or not working properly. Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection. This can happen if you have recently replaced the battery or if the battery has run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving. This can take several days of routine driving. If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness, your dealer/retailer can prepare the vehicle for inspection. 3-44 The oil light could also come on in the following situations: The light will come on brieﬂy when the ignition is turned on to show that it is working properly. If it does not come on with the ignition on, there may be a problem with the fuse or bulb. Have it ﬁxed right away. (cid:129) Sometimes when the engine is idling at a stop, a chime will sound and the light may blink on and off. This is normal. {CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches ﬁre. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil. Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle’s security system, see Theft-Deterrent System on page 2-20. Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light will come on when the fog lamps are in use. The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 3-18 for more information. 3-45 (cid:129) Lights On Reminder Highbeam On Light This light comes on whenever the parking lamps are on. This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamps on Reminder on page 3-16 for more information. Cruise Control Light See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8 for more information. Tow/Haul Mode Light This light comes on whenever you set the cruise control. This light comes on when the Tow/Haul mode has been activated. The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control on page 3-12 for more information. For more information, see Tow/Haul Mode on page 2-33. 3-46 Fuel Gage The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank. It works only when the engine is on. If the fuel supply gets low, the FUEL LEVEL LOW message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and a single chime will sound. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-53 for more information. All of the following situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage: (cid:129) At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. The gage may change when you turn, stop quickly or accelerate quickly. It takes a little more or less fuel to ﬁll the tank than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated that the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to ﬁll the tank. Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) gives you the status of many of your vehicle’s systems. The DIC is also used to display warning/status messages. All messages will appear in the DIC display located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster, below the tachometer and speedometer. The DIC buttons are located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel. The DIC comes on when the ignition is on. After a short delay, the DIC will display the information that was last displayed before the engine was turned off. The top line of the DIC display shows the vehicle system information and the warning/status messages. The bottom line of the DIC display shows the odometer on the left side, the outside air temperature on the right side, and the shift position indicator in the center. For more information on the shift position indicator, see Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-30. 3-47 (cid:129) (cid:129) When the sport mode is active, an S will appear next to the shift position indicator on the center of the DIC display. When the manual mode is active, an M will appear on the DIC display. When the normal mode is active, only the shift position indicator will appear. While the Driver Shift Control (DSC) feature is active, the DIC will change to show the selected gear. See “Driver Shift Control (DSC)” under Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-30 for more information. If a problem is detected, a warning message will appear on the display. Be sure to take any message that appears on the display seriously and remember that clearing the message will only make the message disappear, not correct the problem. DIC Operation and Displays The Driver Information Center (DIC) has different displays which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel. 3 Trip/Fuel: Press this button to scroll through the trip and fuel displays. See “Trip/Fuel Display Menu Items” following for more information on these displays. T Vehicle Information: Press this button to scroll through the vehicle information displays. See “Vehicle Information Display Menu Items” following for more information on these displays. U Customization: Press this button to scroll through each of the customization features. See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3-62 for more information on the customization features. V Set/Reset: Press this button to reset certain DIC features and to acknowledge DIC warning messages and clear them from the DIC display. yz Menu Up/Down: Press this button to scroll up and down the menu items. 3-48 Trip/Fuel Display Menu Items 3 (Trip/Fuel): The following display menu items can be displayed by pressing the trip/fuel button: TRIP A or TRIP B These displays show the current distance traveled since the last reset for each trip odometer in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km). Both odometers can be used at the same time. Each trip odometer can be reset to zero separately by pressing and holding the set/reset button for a few seconds while the desired trip odometer is displayed. FUEL RANGE This display shows the approximate number of remaining miles (mi) or kilometers (km) you can drive without reﬁlling the fuel tank. This estimate is based on the current driving conditions and will change if the driving conditions change. For example, if you are driving in traffic and making frequent stops, the display may read one number, but if you enter the freeway, the number may change even though you still have the same amount of fuel in the fuel tank. This is because different driving conditions produce different fuel economies. Generally, freeway driving produces better fuel economy than city driving. Once the range drops below about 30 miles (48 km) remaining, the display will show FUEL RANGE LOW. If your vehicle is low on fuel, the FUEL LEVEL LOW message will be displayed. See “FUEL LEVEL LOW” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-53 for more information. AVERAGE ECONOMY (AFE) This display shows the approximate average miles per gallon (mpg) or liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km). This number is calculated based on the number of mpg (L/100 km) recorded since the last time this display was reset. To reset this display, press the set/reset button. The display will return to zero. INST (Instantaneous) ECONOMY (IFE) This display shows the current fuel economy in either miles per gallon (mpg) or liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km). This number reﬂects only the fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and will change frequently as driving conditions change. Unlike average economy, this display cannot be reset. FUEL USED This display shows the number of gallons (gal) or liters (L) of fuel used since the last reset of this display. To reset this display, press the set/reset button. The display will return to zero. 3-49 BATTERY VOLTAGE This display shows the current battery voltage. Your vehicle’s charging system regulates voltage based on the state of the battery. The battery voltage may ﬂuctuate when viewing this information on the DIC. This is normal. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, the charging system light will illuminate and/or the DIC will display a message. See Charging System Light on page 3-37, DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-53 and Electric Power Management on page 3-20 for more information. Blank Display This display shows no information. TIMER ON/OFF This display can be used like a stopwatch. You can record the time it takes to travel from one point to another. To access the timer, press the trip/fuel button until 00:00:00 TIMER OFF displays. To turn on the timer, press the set/reset button until TIMER ON displays. The timer will then start. To turn off the timer, press the set/reset button again until TIMER OFF displays. The timer will stop and display the end timing value. To reset the timer, press and hold the set/reset button after the timer has been stopped. The display will return to zero. AVERAGE SPEED This display shows the average speed of the vehicle in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). This average is calculated based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset of this display. To reset this display, press the set/reset button. The display will return to zero. 3-50 Vehicle Information Display Menu Items T (Vehicle Information): The following display menu items can be displayed by pressing the vehicle information button: OIL LIFE REMAINING If the vehicle has this display, it shows the estimated oil life remaining. If you see 99% OIL LIFE REMAINING on the display, that means that 99% of the current oil life remains. When the oil life is depleted, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. You should change the oil as soon as possible. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 and Engine Oil on page 5-16. Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE yourself after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system, See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-19. The display will show 100% when the system is reset. UNITS This display allows you to select between English or Metric units of measurement. Once in this display, press the set/reset button to select between ENGLISH or METRIC units. PARKING ASSIST If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, this display allows the system to be turned on or off. Once in this display, press the set/reset button to select between ON or OFF. If you choose ON, the system will be turned on. If you choose OFF, the system will be turned off. The URPA system automatically turns back on after each vehicle start. When the URPA system is turned off and the vehicle is shifted out of PARK (P), the DIC will display the PARKING ASSIST OFF message as a reminder that the system has been turned off. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-53 and Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on page 2-45 for more information. 3-51 FRONT TIRES or REAR TIRES The pressure for each tire can be viewed in the DIC. The tire pressure will be shown in either pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa). Press the vehicle information button until the DIC shows the tire pressure for the front tires. Press the vehicle information button again to view the pressure for the rear tires. If a low or high tire pressure condition is detected by the system while driving, a message advising you to check the pressure in a speciﬁc tire will appear in the display. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-59 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-53 for more information. RELEARN REMOTE KEY This display allows you to match Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters to your vehicle. To match an RKE transmitter to your vehicle: 1. Press the vehicle information button until PRESS V TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays. 2. Press the set/reset button until REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE is displayed. 3. Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the ﬁrst transmitter at the same time for about 15 seconds. On vehicles with memory recall seats, the ﬁrst transmitter learned will match driver 1 and the second will match driver 2. A chime will sound indicating that the transmitter is matched. 4. To match additional transmitters at this time, repeat Step 3. Each vehicle can have a maximum of eight transmitters matched to it. 5. To exit the programming mode, you must cycle the key to LOCK/OFF. SPEEDOMETER This display shows a digital speedometer in the DIC. The speed will be displayed in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). Press the vehicle information button until the DIC shows the digital speedometer. To change the units from English to metric, see “UNITS” earlier in this section. Blank Display This display shows no information. 3-52 DIC Warnings and Messages These messages appear if there is a problem detected in one of your vehicle’s systems. You must acknowledge a message to clear it from the screen for further use. To clear a message, press the set/reset button. Be sure to take any message that appears on the screen seriously and remember that clearing the message only makes the message disappear, not the problem. AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF This message displays when the automatic headlamps are turned off. AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON This message displays when the automatic headlamps are turned on. BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the system detects that the battery voltage is dropping below expected levels. The battery saver system starts reducing certain features of the vehicle that you may be able to notice. At the point that the features are disabled, this message is displayed. It means that the vehicle is trying to save the charge in the battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories to allow the battery to recharge. The normal battery voltage range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts. You can monitor battery voltage on the Driver Information Center (DIC) by pressing the trip/fuel button until BATTERY VOLTAGE is displayed. CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON When this message displays, it means that service is required for your vehicle. See your dealer/retailer. See Engine Oil on page 5-16 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. When you reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message by clearing it from the display, you still must reset the engine oil life system separately. For more information on resetting the engine oil life system, see Engine Oil Life System on page 5-19. 3-53 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE This message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle’s tires needs to be checked. This message also displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate which tire needs to be checked. You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. To read the other messages that may have been sent at the same time, press the set/reset button. If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can. Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on the Tire Loading Information label. See Tires on page 5-51, Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-33, and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-59. The DIC also shows the tire pressure values. See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-48. If the tire pressure is low, the low tire pressure warning light comes on. See Tire Pressure Light on page 3-41. CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH (km/h) This message displays whenever the cruise control is set. See Cruise Control on page 3-12 for more information. DRIVER DOOR OPEN This message displays when the driver door is not closed completely. Make sure that the door is closed completely. ENGINE HOT – A/C (Air Conditioning) OFF This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-40. To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off. When the coolant temperature returns to normal, the air conditioning compressor turns back on. You can continue to drive your vehicle. If this message continues to appear, have the system repaired by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible to avoid damage to the engine. 3-54 ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Do not increase the engine speed above normal idling speed. See Engine Overheating on page 5-26 for more information. This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down. See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 3-40. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 5-28 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency. ENGINE POWER REDUCED This message displays when the engine power is being reduced to protect the engine from damage. There could be several malfunctions that might cause this message. Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle’s ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message is on, but acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer/retailer for service as soon as possible. FUEL LEVEL LOW This symbol appears with this message. This message displays when your vehicle is low on fuel. Reﬁll the fuel tank as soon as possible. A single chime sounds when this message is displayed. See Filling the Tank on page 5-8. HOOD OPEN This message displays when the hood is not closed completely. Make sure that the hood is closed completely. ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when the outside temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly. 3-55 If you drive your vehicle while the engine LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN This message displays when the driver side rear door is not closed completely. Make sure that the door is closed completely. OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE Notice: oil pressure is low, severe engine damage may occur. If a low oil pressure warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Do not drive the vehicle until the cause of the low oil pressure is corrected. See Engine Oil on page 5-16 for more information. This message displays when the vehicle’s engine oil pressure is low. The oil pressure light may also appear on the instrument panel cluster. See Oil Pressure Light on page 3-44. A multiple chime sounds when this message is displayed. See Engine Oil on page 5-16 for more information. Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage can result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible when this message is displayed. 3-56 PARKING ASSIST OFF If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, after the vehicle has been started, this message displays to remind the driver that the URPA system has been turned off. Press the set/ reset button to acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display. To turn the URPA system back on, see “PARKING ASSIST” under DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-48. See Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on page 2-45 for more information. PASSENGER DOOR OPEN This message displays when the passenger side front door is not closed completely. Make sure that the door is closed completely. REAR ACCESS OPEN This message displays when the liftgate is not closed completely. Make sure that the liftgate is closed completely. REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE This message displays while you are matching a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to your vehicle. See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-5 and DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-48 for more information. REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays when the battery in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter needs to be replaced. To replace the battery, see “Battery Replacement” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-5.

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