2005 Cadillac STS Owners Manual

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last longer, seal better and not stick or squeak. (g) If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the ﬁlter may require replacement more often. 6-7 (h) Change automatic transmission ﬂuid and ﬁlter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: − In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. − In hilly or mountainous terrain. − When doing frequent trailer towing. − Uses such as limousine service. − Uses such as high performance operation. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the ﬂuid and ﬁlter do not require change. (i) Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and ﬁller neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. (j) Check throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator or cruise control cables. (k) A ﬂuid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired and the ﬂuid level checked. Add ﬂuid if needed. (l) Inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits. Open the throttle valve and inspect all surfaces. Clean as required. Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you with these checks and services. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any ﬂuids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. 6-8 At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel ﬁll. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 5-16 for further details. Notice: and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL® coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for further details. It is important to check your oil regularly Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer ﬂuid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper ﬂuid if necessary. At Least Once a Month Tire Inﬂation Check Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check your spare tire. See Tires on page 5-51 for further details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored securely. Push, pull and then try to turn the spare tire. If it moves, tighten it. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-72. 6-9 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-30 if necessary. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service. Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-30 if necessary. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3. With the engine off and without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service. 6-10 Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is required. Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to ﬂush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect. 6-11 (cid:127) (cid:127) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard may be identiﬁed as synthetic, and should also be identiﬁed with the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. However, not all synthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this GM standard. You should look for and use only oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M. GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. For the proper viscosity, see Engine Oil on page 5-16. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Coolant Hydraulic Brake System 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23. Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Parking Brake Cable Guides Power Steering System Automatic Transmission Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in Canada 89021186). DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Look for “Approved for the H-Speciﬁcation” on the label. 6-12 Usage Key Lock Cylinders Rear Axle Front Axle (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, in Canada 10953455) meeting GM Speciﬁcation 9986115. SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, in Canada 10953455) meeting GM Speciﬁcation 9986115. DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Look for “Approved for the H-Speciﬁcation” on the label. Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Hood and Door Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 992887). 6-13 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your GM dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco® Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Element Engine Oil Filter 3.6L V6 4.6L V8 Fuel Filter Element Passenger Compartment Air Filter Spark Plugs 3.6L V6 4.6L V8 Windshield Wiper Blade (Structureless) Driver’s Side – 22 inches (56.5 cm) Passenger’s Side – 21 inches (53.0 cm) 25099149 25177917 89017342 25121293 25762030 12565996 12571533 88958180 88958182 A1208C PF2129 PF61 GF-627 — 41–988 41–986 — — 6-14 Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2 in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-15 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-16 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-17 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-18 Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information ...............7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......................7-2 Online Owner Center ......................................7-3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...............................................7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ............................7-4 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ................7-5 Roadside Service ...........................................7-6 Courtesy Transportation ...................................7-7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ..................................................7-9 Reporting Safety Defects ................................7-10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ..............................................7-10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ..............................................7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors .........................................7-11 Service Publications Ordering Information ..................................7-11 7-1 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, the following steps should be taken: STEP ONE: Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager. STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center, 24 hours a day, by calling 1-800-458-8006. In Canada, contact GM of Canada, Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre by calling 1-888-446–2000. 7-2 We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN). This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield. (cid:127) Dealership name and location. (cid:127) Vehicle delivery date and present mileage. When contacting Cadillac, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. That is why we suggest you follow Step One ﬁrst if you have a concern. STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should ﬁle with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to ﬁling a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you. You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll-free telephone number or write them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203-1838 Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage and other factors. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation in this program. Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. Speciﬁc vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: (cid:127) Get e-mail service reminders. (cid:127) Access information about your speciﬁc vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner’s manual (United States only). (cid:127) Keep track of your vehicle’s service history and maintenance schedule. Find GM dealers for service nationwide. (cid:127) Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members (United States only). Refer to the web for updated information. To register your vehicle, visit www.MyGMLink.com (United States) or My GM Canada within www.gmcanada.com (Canada). 7-3 (cid:127) From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Canada — Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-888-446-2000 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-882-1112 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-CMCC (2622). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Offices Cadillac encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Cadillac, the letter should be addressed to Cadillac’s Customer Assistance Center. United States — Customer Assistance Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232-5169 1-800-458-8006 1-800-833-2622 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-882-1112 Fax Number: 313-381-0022 7-4 Overseas — Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma # 2740 Col. Lomas de Bezares C.P. 11910, Mexico, D.F. 01-800-508-0000 Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle, such as hand controls and wheelchair/scooter lifts. The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, visit gmmobility.com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935. GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. 7-5 Roadside Service Cadillac’s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, where available, a Cadillac trained dealer technician who can provide on-site service. Each technician travels with a specially equipped service vehicle complete with the necessary Cadillac parts and tools required to handle most roadside repairs. Cadillac Roadside Service® can be reached by dialing 1-800-882-1112, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This service is provided at no charge for any warranty-covered situation and for a nominal charge if the Cadillac is no longer under warranty. Roadside Service is available only in the United States and Canada. Cadillac Owner Privileges™ Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privileges™ at “no charge,” throughout your Cadillac Warranty Period — 48 months/50,000 miles (80 000 km). Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the following situations: Towing Service (cid:127) Battery Jump Starting Lock Out Assistance Fuel Delivery Flat Tire Change (Covers change only) Trip Interruption — If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure, incidental expenses may be reimbursed during the 48 months/50,000 miles (80 000 km) warranty period. Items covered are hotel, meals, and rental car. Roadside Service Availability Wherever you drive in the United States or Canada, an advisor is available to assist you over the phone. A dealer technician, if available, can travel to your location within a 30 mile (50 km) radius of a participating Cadillac dealership. If beyond this radius, we will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership. 7-6 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Reaching Roadside Service Dial the toll-free Roadside Service number: 1-800-882-1112. A Roadside Service Advisor will assist you and request the following information: (cid:127) A description of the problem (cid:127) Name, home address, home telephone number Location of your Cadillac and number you are calling from The model year, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), mileage, and date of delivery Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired Roadside Service is prepared to assist owners who have hearing difficulties or are speech impaired. Cadillac has installed special telecommunication devices called Text Telephone (TTY) in the Roadside Service Center. Any customer who has access to a (TTY) or a conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Cadillac by dialing from the United States or Canada 1-888-889-2438 — daily, 24 hours. Courtesy Transportation Cadillac has always exempliﬁed quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase/lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper-to-Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required. This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs. Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, you should contact your dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience. If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service, you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair. 7-7 (cid:127) (cid:127) Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Cadillac helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following: Shuttle Service Participating dealers can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule. This includes a one way or round trip shuttle service to a destination up to 10 miles from the dealership. Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement (ﬁve days maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses (ﬁve day maximum) may be available. Claim amounts should reﬂect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair. Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum of $40 a day and must be supported by receipts. This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state, local and rental vehicle provider requirements. Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc. You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive mileage, or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair. Generally it is not possible to provide a like-vehicle as a courtesy rental. Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. 7-8 Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for speciﬁc information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty, alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion. Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for air bag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations. Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash event by computer systems, such as those commonly called event data recorders (EDR). In a crash event, computer systems, such as the Air Bag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such as data related to engine speed, brake application, throttle position, vehicle speed, safety belt usage, air bag readiness, air bag performance, and the severity of a collision. If your vehicle is equipped with Stabilitrak®, steering performance, including yaw rate, steering wheel angle, and lateral acceleration, is also recorded. This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety. Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, these on-board systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of vehicle occupants. 7-9 To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data is required. GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than: (cid:127) with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, in response to an official request of police or similar government office, as part of GM’s defense of litigation through the discovery process, or as required by law. In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may: use the data for GM research needs, (cid:127) make it available for research where appropriate conﬁdentiality is to be maintained and need is shown, or share summary data which is not tied to a speciﬁc vehicle with non-GM organizations for research purposes. Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data. If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar®, please check the OnStar® subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. 7-10 Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it ﬁnds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline. (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: In Canada, please call us at 1–888–446–2000. Or, write: Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 General Motors of Canada Limited 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify us. Please call us at 1-800-458-8006, or write: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232-5169 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and speciﬁcations for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases. 7-11 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE (1-800-463-7483). Owner’s Information Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com Or you can write to: Helm, Incorporated P. O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery. Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U.S. funds. 7-12 A Accessory Power Outlets ................................. 3-46 Adaptive Cruise Control ................................... 3-19 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ............................ 5-92 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ................................. 5-21 Air Conditioning .............................................. 3-47 Airbag Readiness Light .......................................... 3-59 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ...... 7-9 Airbag System ................................................ 1-45 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...................... 1-53 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .......... 1-56 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? ...................... 1-53 What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? .... 1-54 When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? .................... 1-51 Where Are the Airbags? ............................... 1-47 All-Wheel Drive ............................................... 5-44 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System ......................... 2-29 Antenna, Diversity Antenna System .................. 3-114 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ........................................ 3-114 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................... 4-6 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light .............. 3-61 Appearance Care ............................................ 5-82 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels .............. 5-88 Care of Safety Belts .................................... 5-86 Appearance Care (cont.) Chemical Paint Spotting ............................... 5-89 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .................... 5-86 Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 5-83 Finish Care ................................................. 5-87 Finish Damage ............................................ 5-89 Glass Surfaces ............................................ 5-85 Instrument Panel ......................................... 5-85 Interior Plastic Components ........................... 5-85 Leather ...................................................... 5-85 Sheet Metal Damage ................................... 5-89 Speaker Covers .......................................... 5-85 Tires .......................................................... 5-88 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-89 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ................ 5-90 Vinyl .......................................................... 5-84 Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 5-86 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-86 Windshield and Wiper Blades ........................ 5-87 Wood Panels .............................................. 5-85 Ashtrays ........................................................ 3-46 Audio System(s) ............................................. 3-87 Audio Steering Wheel Controls .................... 3-111 Care of Your CD Player .............................. 3-113 Care of Your CDs ...................................... 3-113 Diversity Antenna System ............................ 3-114 Navigation/Radio System ............................. 3-106 Audio Systems Audio System(s) Radio Personalization ................................. 3-107 Radio with CD ............................................ 3-88 Setting the Time .......................................... 3-87 Theft-Deterrent Feature ............................... 3-110 Understanding Radio Reception ................... 3-112 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ........... 3-114 Automatic Transmission Fluid .......................................................... 5-22 Operation ................................................... 2-26 Battery .......................................................... 5-38 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...................... 3-38 Inadvertent Power Saver .............................. 3-40 Load Management ....................................... 3-40 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ......................... 4-22 Brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................ 4-6 Emergencies ................................................ 4-8 Panic Assist ................................................ 4-10 Parking ...................................................... 2-30 System Warning Light .................................. 3-60 Brakes .......................................................... 5-35 Braking ........................................................... 4-5 Braking in Emergencies ..................................... 4-8 Break-In, New Vehicle ..................................... 2-23 Bulb Replacement ........................................... 5-47 Back-Up Lamps ........................................... 5-49 Front Turn Signal Lamps .............................. 5-48 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-47 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ........... 5-47 Replacement Bulbs ...................................... 5-49 Sidemarker Lamps ....................................... 5-48 Buying New Tires ........................................... 5-65 California Fuel .................................................. 5-6 Canadian Owners ................................................ ii Capacities and Speciﬁcations .......................... 5-104 Carbon Monoxide ................... 2-13, 2-33, 4-26, 4-38 Care of Safety Belts ................................................ 5-86 Your CD Player ......................................... 3-113 Your CDs ................................................. 3-113 Center Console Storage Area ........................... 2-45 Chains, Tire ................................................... 5-70 Charging System Light .................................... 3-60 Check Engine Light ............................................... 3-64 Checking Things Under the Hood ...................... 5-10 Chemical Paint Spotting ................................... 5-89 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ............................... 1-32 Infants and Young Children ........................... 1-29 Child Restraints (cont.) Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) .......................... 1-38 Older Children ............................................. 1-26 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ................................... 1-40 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position ........................................... 1-40 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ................................... 1-42 Top Strap ................................................... 1-36 Top Strap Anchor Location ............................ 1-37 Where to Put the Restraint ........................... 1-35 Cigarette Lighter ............................................. 3-46 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels .............. 5-88 Exterior Lamps/Lenses ................................. 5-86 Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 5-83 Finish Care ................................................. 5-87 Glass Surfaces ............................................ 5-85 Instrument Panel ......................................... 5-85 Interior Plastic Components ........................... 5-85 Leather ...................................................... 5-85 Speaker Covers .......................................... 5-85 Tires .......................................................... 5-88 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-89 Vinyl .......................................................... 5-84 Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 5-86 Cleaning (cont.) Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-86 Windshield and Wiper Blades ........................ 5-87 Wood Panels .............................................. 5-85 Climate Control System Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ................. 3-54 Dual .......................................................... 3-47 Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 3-52 Rear .......................................................... 3-53 Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ..................... 1-23 Compact Spare Tire ........................................ 5-82 Control of a Vehicle .......................................... 4-5 Convenience Net ............................................ 2-45 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ............................ 3-63 Engine Temperature Warning Light ................. 3-63 Heater, Engine ............................................ 2-25 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ............................. 5-26 Cooling System .............................................. 5-29 Cruise Control, Adaptive .................................. 3-19 Cruise Control, Forward Collision Alert (FAC) System ........................................................ 3-9 Cruise Control Lever ....................................... 3-16 Cruise Control Light ........................................ 3-68 Cupholder(s) .................................................. 2-45 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation .................................. 7-7 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ............................... 7-4 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Customer Assistance Offices ........................... 7-4 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... 7-2 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ............... 7-5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors .... 7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ............................................ 7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ................................... 7-10 Roadside Service .......................................... 7-6 Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-11 Daytime Running Lamps .................................. 3-35 Defensive Driving ............................................. 4-2 Diversity Antenna System ............................... 3-114 Doing Your Own Service Work ........................... 5-4 Door Locks ........................................................ 2-11 Power Door Locks ....................................... 2-11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............. 2-12 Rear Door Security Locks ............................. 2-12 Position, Safety Belt ..................................... 1-13 Driver Driver Information Center (DIC) ......................... 3-69 DIC Controls and Displays ............................ 3-69 DIC Warnings and Messages ........................ 3-74 Other Messages .......................................... 3-86 Driving At Night ..................................................... 4-16 City ........................................................... 4-20 Defensive ..................................................... 4-2 Drunken ....................................................... 4-2 Freeway ..................................................... 4-21 Hill and Mountain Roads .............................. 4-24 In Rain and on Wet Roads ........................... 4-17 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ................. 4-31 Winter ........................................................ 4-26 Dual Climate Control System ............................ 3-47 Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...................................... 5-92 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-93 Headlamp Wiring ......................................... 5-92 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...... 5-93 Rear Underseat Fuse Block .......................... 5-97 Underhood Fuse Block ................................. 5-94 Windshield Wiper Fuses ............................... 5-92 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ......................................... 5-21 Battery ....................................................... 5-38 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ............ 3-64 Coolant ...................................................... 5-23 Coolant Heater ............................................ 2-25 Coolant Temperature Gage ........................... 3-63 Coolant Temperature Warning Light ................ 3-63 Engine Compartment Overview ...................... 5-12 Exhaust ..................................................... 2-33 Oil ............................................................. 5-16 Overheated Protection Operating Mode ........... 5-28 Overheating ................................................ 5-26 Starting ...................................................... 2-24 Entry Lighting ................................................. 3-39 Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................. 7-9 Extender, Safety Belt ....................................... 1-25 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver .......................... 3-38 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...................................... 5-21 Finish Damage ............................................... 5-89 Flash-to-Pass ................................................. 3-13 Flat Tire ........................................................ 5-71 Flat Tire, Changing ......................................... 5-72 Flat Tire, Storing ............................................. 5-81 Fluid Automatic Transmission ................................ 5-22 Power Steering ........................................... 5-33 Windshield Washer ...................................... 5-34 Fog Lamp Light .............................................. 3-67 Fog Lamps .................................................... 3-37 Forward Collision Alert (FAC) System .................. 3-9 Front Axle ...................................................... 5-46 ............................................................... 5-5 Fuel Additives ...................................................... 5-6 California Fuel .............................................. 5-6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container .................... 5-10 Filling Your Tank ........................................... 5-8 Fuels in Foreign Countries .............................. 5-7 Gage ......................................................... 3-68 Gasoline Octane ........................................... 5-5 Gasoline Speciﬁcations .................................. 5-5 Fuses Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-93 Rear Underseat Fuse Block .......................... 5-97 Underhood Fuse Block ................................. 5-94 Windshield Wiper ......................................... 5-92 Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ......................... 3-63 .......................................................... 3-68 Fuel Gage (cont.) Speedometer .............................................. 3-58 Tachometer ................................................. 3-58 Garage Door Opener ....................................... 2-41 Gasoline Octane ........................................................ 5-5 Speciﬁcations ............................................... 5-5 Glove Box ..................................................... 2-45 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program .................. 7-5 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................... 3-6 Head Restraints ............................................... 1-6 Headlamp Wiring ............................................ 5-92 Headlamps .................................................... 3-31 Bulb Replacement ....................................... 5-47 Daytime Running Lamps ............................... 3-35 Flash-to-Pass .............................................. 3-13 Front Turn Signal Lamps .............................. 5-48 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-47 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ........... 5-47 High/Low Beam Changer ................................ 3-9 On Reminder .............................................. 3-35 Sidemarker Lamps ....................................... 5-48 Washer ...................................................... 3-16 Wiper Activated ........................................... 3-35 Head-Up Display (HUD) ................................... 3-41 Heated Seats ............................................ 1-3, 1-4 Heated Steering Wheel ..................................... 3-7 Heater ........................................................... 3-47 Highbeam On Light ......................................... 3-68 Highway Hypnosis ........................................... 4-23 Hill and Mountain Roads .................................. 4-24 HomeLink® Transmitter .................................... 2-41 HomeLink® Transmitter, Programming ................ 2-42 Hood Checking Things Under ................................ 5-10 Release ..................................................... 5-11 Horn ............................................................... 3-6 How to Use This Manual ...................................... ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................... 1-13 Ignition Positions ............................................. 2-23 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver ....................... 3-40 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ............... 1-29 Inﬂation -- Tire Pressure .................................. 5-58 Instrument Panel Brightness .................................................. 3-39 Cluster ....................................................... 3-57 Overview ..................................................... 3-4 Jump Starting ................................................. 5-39 K Keyless Access System ..................................... 2-3 Keyless Access System, Operation ...................... 2-4 Keys ............................................................... 2-2 Labelling, Tire Sidewall .................................... 5-52 Lamps Battery Load Management ............................ 3-40 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...................... 3-38 Fog ........................................................... 3-37 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver .................... 3-40 Reading ..................................................... 3-40 Twilight Sentinel® ........................................ 3-37 LATCH System Child Restraints ........................................... 1-38 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ................................... 1-40 Light Airbag Readiness ........................................ 3-59 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ................... 3-61 Brake System Warning ................................. 3-60 Charging System ......................................... 3-60 Cruise Control ............................................. 3-68 Light (cont.) Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ............. 3-63 Fog Lamp .................................................. 3-67 Highbeam On ............................................. 3-68 Lights On Reminder ..................................... 3-67 Low Tire Pressure Warning Light ................... 3-62 Malfunction Indicator .................................... 3-64 Oil Pressure ............................................... 3-66 Safety Belt Reminder ................................... 3-58 Security ..................................................... 3-67 TCS Warning Light ...................................... 3-62 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning .......... 3-62 Lighting Entry ......................................................... 3-39 Parade Dimming .......................................... 3-39 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ....................................... 4-9 Lockout Protection .......................................... 2-13 Locks Door .......................................................... 2-11 Lockout Protection ....................................... 2-13 Power Door ................................................ 2-11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............. 2-12 Rear Door Security Locks ............................. 2-12 Loss of Control ............................................... 4-15 Lumbar Power Controls ............................................. 1-3 M Magnetic Ride Control ....................................... 4-9 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ........................... 6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ........................................... 6-9 At Least Once a Month .................................. 6-9 At Least Once a Year .................................. 6-10 Introduction .................................................. 6-2 Maintenance Footnotes .................................. 6-7 Maintenance Record .................................... 6-15 Maintenance Requirements ............................. 6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ......... 6-14 Owner Checks and Services ........................... 6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............. 6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ................................. 6-4 Using Your ................................................... 6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... 6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ................................ 3-64 Memory Mirrors .............................................. 2-64 Memory Seat ................................................. 2-64 Memory Steering Wheel Controls ...................... 2-64 Message DIC Warnings and Messages ........................ 3-74 Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar® ..... 2-35 Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar® and Compass .......................................... 2-35 Mirrors Mirrors (cont.) Manual Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature .............................................. 1-7 Memory ..................................................... 2-64 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 2-38 Outside Convex Mirror ................................. 2-38 Outside Parallel Park Assist Mirror ................. 2-39 Outside Power Heated Mirrors ....................... 2-37 MyGMLink.com ................................................ 7-3 Navigation/Radio System ................................ 3-106 New Vehicle Break-In ...................................... 2-23 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ............ 6-14 Odometer ...................................................... 3-58 Off-Road Recovery .......................................... 4-13 Oil Engine ....................................................... 5-16 Pressure Light ............................................. 3-66 Older Children, Restraints ................................ 1-26 Online Owner Center ........................................ 7-3 OnStar® System ............................................. 2-39 Other Warning Devices ...................................... 3-6 Outlet Adjustment ............................................ 3-52 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror ............................. 2-38 Convex Mirror ............................................. 2-38 Parallel Park Assist Mirror ............................. 2-39 Power Heated Mirrors .................................. 2-37 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode .......................................... 5-28 Owner Checks and Services .............................. 6-8 Owners, Canadian ............................................... ii Panic Brake Assist .......................................... 4-10 Parade Dimming ............................................. 3-39 Park Aid ........................................................ 3-44 Park (P) Shifting Into ................................................ 2-31 Shifting Out of ............................................ 2-32 Parking Assist ........................................................ 3-44 Brake ........................................................ 2-30 Over Things That Burn ................................. 2-33 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ..................... 3-54 Passing ......................................................... 4-13 Power Accessory Outlets ........................................ 3-46 Door Locks ................................................. 2-11 Electrical System ......................................... 5-93 Inadvertent Battery Saver ............................. 3-40 Lumbar Controls ........................................... 1-3 Reclining Seatback ........................................ 1-5 Retained Accessory (RAP) ............................ 2-24 Seat ............................................................ 1-2 Steering Fluid ............................................. 5-33 Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column ....... 3-6 Windows .................................................... 2-17 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ................................ 1-25 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ................. 2-12 Programming the HomeLink® Transmitter ........... 2-42 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......... 1-12 Radios .......................................................... 3-87 Care of Your CD Player .............................. 3-113 Care of Your CDs ...................................... 3-113 Navigation/Radio System ............................. 3-106 Radios (cont.) Radio Personalization ................................. 3-107 Radio with CD ............................................ 3-88 Setting the Time .......................................... 3-87 Theft-Deterrent .......................................... 3-110 Understanding Reception ............................ 3-112 Rainsense™ II Wipers ..................................... 3-14 Reading Lamps .............................................. 3-40 Rear Axle ...................................................... 5-45 Limited-Slip .................................................. 4-9 Rear Climate Control System ............................ 3-53 Rear Door Security Locks ................................ 2-12 Rear Heated Seats ........................................... 1-6 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...................... 1-23 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts .................. 1-20 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar® .............................................. 2-35 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar® and Compass .......................... 2-35 Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature ................................................. 1-7 Reclining Seatback, Power ................................. 1-5 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ................. 6-12 Recreational Vehicle Towing ............................. 4-36 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire ............................................. 5-75 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ................... 5-73 Replacement Bulbs ......................................... 5-49 10 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government .................................. 7-11 General Motors ........................................... 7-11 United States Government ............................ 7-10 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems ................... 1-56 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ..................................................... 1-57 Restraint Systems Checking .................................................... 1-56 Replacing Parts ........................................... 1-57 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................... 2-24 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...... 1-20 Roadside Service ........................................................ 7-6 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out .................... 4-31 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ....... 2-34 Safety Belt Safety Belts Pretensioners .............................................. 1-25 Reminder Light ............................................ 3-58 Care of ...................................................... 5-86 Driver Position ............................................ 1-13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................ 1-13 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ..... 1-12 Safety Belts (cont.) Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults ......................... 1-23 Rear Seat Passengers ................................. 1-20 Right Front Passenger Position ...................... 1-20 Safety Belt Extender .................................... 1-25 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ................. 1-20 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ......................... 1-7 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................ 1-19 Safety Warnings and Symbols .............................. iii Scheduled Maintenance ..................................... 6-4 Seats Head Restraints ............................................ 1-6 Heated and Ventilated Seats ........................... 1-4 Heated Seats ............................................... 1-3 Heated Seats, Rear ....................................... 1-6 Memory ..................................................... 2-64 Power Lumbar .............................................. 1-3 Power Reclining Seatback .............................. 1-5 Power Seats ................................................. 1-2 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ................... 1-40 Rear Seat Position ...................................... 1-40 Right Front Seat Position .............................. 1-42 Security Light ................................................. 3-67 Service ........................................................... 5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle .............................................. 5-5 Service (cont.) Doing Your Own Work ................................... 5-4 Engine Soon Light ....................................... 3-64 Publications Ordering Information ................... 7-11 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .............. 1-56 Setting the Time ............................................. 3-87 Sheet Metal Damage ....................................... 5-89 Shifting Into Park (P) ....................................... 2-31 Shifting Out of Park (P) ................................... 2-32 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................... 1-19 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change .......................... 3-8 Spare Tire Installing .................................................... 5-75 Removing ................................................... 5-73 Storing ....................................................... 5-81 Speciﬁcations, Capacities ............................... 5-104 Speedometer .................................................. 3-58 Stabilitrak® System ......................................... 4-10 Starting Your Engine ....................................... 2-24 Steering ........................................................ 4-11 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ....................... 3-111 Steering Wheel Controls, Memory ..................... 2-64 Steering Wheel, Heated ..................................... 3-7 Steering Wheel, Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column ............................ 3-6 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area ........................ 2-45 Convenience Net ......................................... 2-45 11 Storage Areas (cont.) Cupholder(s) ............................................... 2-45 Glove Box .................................................. 2-45 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...................... 4-30 Sun Visors ..................................................... 2-19 Sunroof ......................................................... 2-46 Tachometer .................................................... 3-58 TCS Warning Light .......................................... 3-62 Telescopic Steering Column, Power Tilt Wheel ...... 3-6 Theft-Deterrent, Radio .................................... 3-110 Theft-Deterrent System .................................... 2-20 Theft-Deterrent Systems ................................... 2-20 Tires ............................................................. 5-51 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels, Cleaning ................................................. 5-88 Buying New Tires ........................................ 5-65 Chains ....................................................... 5-70 Changing a Flat Tire .................................... 5-72 Cleaning .................................................... 5-88 Compact Spare Tire ..................................... 5-82 If a Tire Goes Flat ....................................... 5-71 Inﬂation -- Tire Pressure ............................... 5-58 Inspection and Rotation ................................ 5-63 12 Tires (cont.) Installing the Spare Tire ................................ 5-75 Pressure Monitor System .............................. 5-60 Removing the Flat Tire ................................. 5-75 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ............... 5-73 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ............ 5-81 Tire Sidewall Labelling .................................. 5-52 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions .................... 5-56 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......................... 5-67 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ................. 5-68 Wheel Replacement ..................................... 5-68 When It Is Time for New Tires ...................... 5-65 Top Strap ...................................................... 1-36 Top Strap Anchor Location ............................... 1-37 Towing Recreational Vehicle ..................................... 4-36 Towing a Trailer .......................................... 4-38 Your Vehicle ............................................... 4-36 Traction Control System (TCS) .................................... 4-8 Control System Warning Light ....................... 3-62 Limited-Slip Rear Axle .................................... 4-9 Magnetic Ride Control ................................... 4-9 Stabilitrak® System ...................................... 4-10 Transmission Fluid, Automatic ........................................... 5-22 Transmission Operation, Automatic .................... 2-26 Trunk ............................................................ 2-13 Turn and Lane-Change Signals .......................... 3-8 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ........................... 3-8 Twilight Sentinel® ............................................ 3-37 Ventilated Seats ............................................... 1-4 Ventilation Adjustment ...................................... 3-52 Visors ........................................................... 2-19 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ............... 3-44 Understanding Radio Reception ....................... 3-112 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............................ 5-67 Valet Lockout Switch ....................................... 2-22 Vehicle Control ........................................................ 4-5 Damage Warnings ........................................... iv Symbols ......................................................... iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders .................................................... 7-9 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ............................................. 5-91 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ................... 5-91 Vehicle Personalization .................................... 2-47 Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel ...... 2-64 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................ 3-56 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages ........................ 3-74 Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... 3-6 Other Warning Devices .................................. 3-6 Safety and Symbols ......................................... iii Vehicle Damage .............................................. iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance .......................... 5-68 Replacement ............................................... 5-68 Where to Put the Restraint ............................... 1-35 Windows ....................................................... 2-16 Power ........................................................ 2-17 Windshield Wiper Blades, Cleaning ................................ 5-87 Windshield Washer ......................................... 3-15 Fluid .......................................................... 5-34 13 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...................................... 5-50 Fuses ........................................................ 5-92 Rainsense™ II Wipers .................................. 3-14 Windshield Wipers ....................................... 3-13 Winter Driving ................................................ 4-26 Wiper Activated Headlamps .............................. 3-35 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System .............. 3-114 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....................... 6-2 14 2005 Cadillac STS Owner Manual M Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1 Front Seats ............................................... 1-2 Rear Seats ............................................... 1-6 Safety Belts .............................................. 1-7 Child Restraints ....................................... 1-26 Airbag System ......................................... 1-45 Restraint System Check ............................ 1-56 Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1 ........................................................ 2-2 ...................................... 2-11 ................................................. 2-16 ............................ 2-20 ........... 2-23 .................................................... 2-35 ...................................... 2-39 ............................. 2-41 ......................................... 2-45 .................................................. 2-46 ............................. 2-47 Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1 .......................... 3-4 ...................................... 3-47 ........ 3-56 .................. 3-69 ....................................... 3-87 Keys Doors and Locks Windows Theft-Deterrent Systems Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Mirrors OnStar® System HomeLink® Transmitter Storage Areas Sunroof Vehicle Personalization Instrument Panel Overview Climate Controls Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators Driver Information Center (DIC) Audio System(s) Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Towing Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1 ..... 4-2 ................................................... 4-36 Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1 Service ..................................................... 5-3 Fuel ......................................................... 5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ............... 5-10 All-Wheel Drive ........................................ 5-44 Rear Axle ............................................... 5-45 Front Axle ............................................... 5-46 Bulb Replacement .................................... 5-47 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ......... 5-50 Tires ...................................................... 5-51 Appearance Care ..................................... 5-82 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ................................. 5-91 Electrical System ...................................... 5-92 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ................... 5-104 Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1 ................................ 6-2 Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1 ........... 7-2 ........................... 7-10 Index ................................................................ 1 Customer Assistance and Information Reporting Safety Defects Maintenance Schedule Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they ﬁrst receive their new vehicle. If this is done, it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle. Pictures and words work together in the owner manual to explain things. Index A good place to quickly locate information about the vehicle is the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. ©Copyright General Motors Corporation 05/27/04 All Rights Reserved GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest & Wreath, and the name STS are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without notice. For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle, so it will be there if it is needed while you are on the road. If the vehicle is sold, leave this manual in the vehicle. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 05STS A First Edition ii Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. {CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you do not, you or others could be hurt. You will also ﬁnd a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Do Not,” “Do Not do this” or “Do Not let this happen.” iii Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. There are also warning labels on the vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE. Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a speciﬁc component, control, message, gage, or indicator. If you need help ﬁguring out a speciﬁc name of a component, gage, or indicator, reference the following topics: (cid:127) Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1 Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 (cid:127) Climate Controls in Section 3 (cid:127) Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in Section 3 (cid:127) Audio System(s) in Section 3 (cid:127) Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5 iv (cid:127) (cid:127) These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: ✍ NOTES vi Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ......................................................1-2 Power Seats ..................................................1-2 Power Lumbar ...............................................1-3 Heated Seats .................................................1-3 Heated and Ventilated Seats ............................1-4 Power Reclining Seatback ...............................1-5 Head Restraints .............................................1-6 Rear Seats .......................................................1-6 Heated Seats .................................................1-6 Rear Seat Pass-Through Door .........................1-7 Safety Belts .....................................................1-7 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone .................1-7 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......1-12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly .................1-13 Driver Position ..............................................1-13 Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment .....................1-19 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ..................1-20 Right Front Passenger Position .......................1-20 Rear Seat Passengers ..................................1-20 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults .......................................1-23 Safety Belt Pretensioners ...............................1-25 Safety Belt Extender .....................................1-25 Child Restraints .............................................1-26 Older Children ..............................................1-26 Infants and Young Children ............................1-29 Child Restraint Systems .................................1-32 Where to Put the Restraint .............................1-35 Top Strap ....................................................1-36 Top Strap Anchor Location .............................1-37 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) ...........................1-38 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ....................................1-40 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position ............................................1-40 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ....................................1-42 Airbag System ...............................................1-45 Where Are the Airbags? ................................1-47 When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? .....................1-51 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? .......................1-53 How Does an Airbag Restrain? .......................1-53 What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? .....1-54 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...........1-56 Restraint System Check ..................................1-56 Checking Your Restraint Systems ...................1-56 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ............................................1-57 1-1 Front Seats Power Seats The power seat controls are located on the outboard sides of the front seat cushions. (cid:127) Move the front of the horizontal control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cushion. (cid:127) Move the rear of the horizontal control up or down to adjust the rear portion of the cushion. (cid:127) Slide the horizontal control forward or rearward to move the entire seat forward or rearward. (cid:127) Press the vertical control rearward to recline the seatback. Press the vertical control forward to raise the seatback. See Power Reclining Seatback on page 1-5. If your vehicle has the memory feature, you can program and recall memory settings for seat positions. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 2-64. 1-2 Power Lumbar Heated Seats The driver’s and passenger’s seatback lumbar support switches are located on the outboard sides of the seats. Your vehicle may have heated front seats. The buttons are located on the climate control panel. Use the power seat controls ﬁrst to get the proper position, then continue with the lumbar adjustment. Use the top lumbar switch to adjust support to the middle seatback and the bottom lumbar switch to adjust support to the lower seatback. Press the front of the switch to increase support and the rear of the switch to decrease support. Keep in mind that as your seating position changes, as it may during long trips, so should the position of your lumbar support. Adjust the seat as needed. z(Heated Seat and Seatback): This button is for the heated seat and seatback. Press the up arrow once to turn on the heated seat at the highest setting. Press the down arrow once to turn on the heated seat at the lowest setting. Pressing the up or down arrows a second time will raise or lower the setting. To turn off the heated seat keep pressing the down arrow until the indicator for heated seat on the climate control display is off. The heated seat will automatically shut off when the vehicle is turned off. 1-3 Heated and Ventilated Seats Your vehicle may have heated and ventilated front seats. The buttons are located on the climate control panel. There are three settings for each feature. A light bar in the climate control display shows the setting; high, medium or low. The longest bar shows the high range and the shortest bar shows the low range. Pressing either the heated seat or ventilated seat button will start that feature at the highest setting. Each time you press the button, the feature will decrease one setting. To turn the feature off, keep pressing the button until the display lights turn off. The heated or ventilated seats will automatically shut off when the vehicle is turned off. z(Heated Seat and Seatback): This button is for the heated seat and seatback. {(Ventilated Seat): This button is for the ventilated seat. 1-4 Power Reclining Seatback The vertical power seat control described earlier allows the seatback to recline. See Power Seats on page 1-2 for more information. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. {CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can not do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt can not do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt can not do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly. 1-5 Head Restraints Rear Seats Heated Seats Your vehicle may have this feature. The buttons used to control the heated rear seats are located on the back of the center console. The engine must be running for the heated seat feature to work. Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The head restraints lock into place when raised. To release the head restraint and lower it, press the tab located at the base of the restraint. The head restraints tilt forward and rearward, also. The rear seat head restraints work the same as the front head restraints. 1-6 z(Heated Seat and Seatback): Press this button to turn the heated seat feature on. When you press the button, the feature will turn on at the highest setting. Each time you press the button, the feature will go down one temperature setting. A light next to the button will indicate the setting; 3 is the highest, 1 is the lowest. To turn the feature off, keep pressing the button until the indicator light goes off. The heated rear seats will shut off automatically when the ignition is turned off. Rear Seat Pass-Through Door Your vehicle has a pass-through door that provides access to the trunk from the rear seats. See “Rear Seat Pass-Through Door” under Trunk on page 2-13. Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. {CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where he or she can not wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you are not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it. You 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 passengers’ belts are fastened properly too. 1-7 {CAUTION: 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. In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here is why: They work. 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 bad 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 belts they could have been badly hurt or killed. After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter... a lot! Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3-58. 1-8 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. 1-9 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... 1-10 or the instrument panel... 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. 1-11 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 an accident — even one that is not your fault — you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your

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