2009 Cadillac XLR Owners Manual

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Once the vehicle reaches about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, move the Adaptive Cruise Control switch brieﬂy from R to S . Adaptive Cruise Control will be engaged with the speed selected previously. 3-18 Selecting the Follow Distance (GAP) When the system detects a slower moving vehicle, it will adjust your vehicle’s speed and maintain the following distance (gap) selected. Use the GAP button on the steering wheel to adjust the follow distance between your vehicle and other vehicles. further back you will follow. Consider traffic and weather conditions when selecting the follow distance. The range of selectable distances may not be appropriate for all drivers and driving conditions. If you prefer to travel at a following distance farther than Adaptive Cruise Control allows, disengage the system and drive manually. Press the top of the button to increase the distance or the bottom of the button to decrease the distance. The ﬁrst button press shows the current follow distance setting on the HUD. The current following distance setting is maintained until it is changed. There are six follow distances to choose from. The follow distance selection ranges from near to far (1 second to 2 seconds follow time). The distance maintained for a selected follow distance varies based on vehicle speed. The faster the vehicle speed the A graphic on the HUD indicates the selected following distance. This picture shows a maximum follow distance. The vehicles will move closer together as you select a smaller following distance. 3-19 Alerting the Driver This symbol ﬂashes on the HUD and a warning beep sounds when driver action is required. Driver action is required when: (cid:129) Adaptive Cruise Control cannot apply sufficient braking because you are approaching a vehicle too rapidly. The vehicle speed drops below about 20 mph (32 km/h). (cid:129) A temporary condition prohibits Adaptive Cruise Control from operating. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-60 for more information. (cid:129) A malfunction is detected in the system. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-60 for more information. See Defensive Driving on page 5-2. { CAUTION: Adaptive Cruise Control has only limited braking ability to slow your vehicle. In some cases, Adaptive Cruise Control may not have time to slow your vehicle enough to avoid a collision. Be ready to take action and apply the brakes yourself. See Defensive Driving on page 5-2. Approaching and Following a Vehicle This symbol only appears on the HUD when a vehicle ahead is detected in your path. If this symbol does not appear, or disappears brieﬂy, Adaptive Cruise Control will not respond to vehicles you may see ahead. 3-20 (cid:129) { CAUTION: When the Adaptive Cruise Control radar is blocked by snow, ice, or dirt, it may not detect a vehicle ahead. Adaptive Cruise Control may not have time to slow your vehicle enough to avoid a collision. Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control when the radar is blocked by snow, ice, or dirt. Keep your radar clean. See “Cleaning the System” later in this section. Adaptive Cruise Control automatically slows the vehicle down when approaching a slower moving vehicle. It then adjusts your speed to follow the vehicle in front at the selected following distance. Your speed increases or decreases to follow the vehicle in front of you, but will not exceed the set speed. It may apply limited braking, if necessary. When braking is active, the brake lights come on. It may feel or sound different than if you were applying the brakes yourself. This is normal. Stationary or Very Slow-Moving Objects { CAUTION: Adaptive Cruise Control may not detect and react to stationary or slow-moving vehicles or other objects ahead of you. You could crash into an object ahead of you. Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control when approaching stationary or slow-moving vehicles or other objects. { CAUTION: Adaptive Cruise Control may not detect and react to stationary or slow-moving vehicles or other objects ahead of you. Your vehicle may accelerate toward objects, such as a stopped vehicle that suddenly appears after the lead vehicle changes lanes. Your complete attention is always required while driving and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes. 3-21 Curves in the Road { CAUTION: Due to Adaptive Cruise Control limitations in curves, it may respond to a vehicle in another lane, or may not have time to react to a vehicle in your lane. You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you, or lose control of your vehicle. Give extra attention in curves and be ready to use the brakes if necessary. Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves. Adaptive Cruise Control might operate differently in a sharp curve. It might reduce your speed if the curve is too sharp. The TIGHT CURVE message will also display on the HUD. See Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 3-31 for more information. Low-Speed Deactivation If your speed falls below 20 mph (32 km/h) while following a vehicle ahead, Adaptive Cruise Control begins to disengage. The driver alert symbol on the HUD ﬂashes and the warning beep sounds. The driver must take action since Adaptive Cruise Control will not slow the vehicle to a stop. Passing a Vehicle To increase speed to pass a vehicle, use the accelerator pedal. While your foot is on the accelerator pedal, the system will not automatically apply the brakes. Once you pass the vehicle and remove your foot from the accelerator pedal, Adaptive Cruise Control returns to normal operation and the brakes can be applied, if needed. { CAUTION: If you rest your foot on the accelerator pedal, the system will not automatically apply the brakes. You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you. Do not rest your foot on the accelerator pedal when using Adaptive Cruise Control. 3-22 When following a vehicle and entering a curve, Adaptive Cruise Control could lose track of the vehicle in your lane and accelerate your vehicle. When this happens, the vehicle ahead symbol will not appear on the HUD. Adaptive Cruise Control might detect a vehicle that is not in your lane and apply the brakes. Adaptive Cruise Control might occasionally provide a driver alert and/or braking that you consider unnecessary. It could respond to signs, guardrails, and other stationary objects when entering or exiting a curve. This is normal operation. Your vehicle does not need service. 3-23 Highway Exit Ramps Using Adaptive Cruise Controls on Hills { CAUTION: Adaptive Cruise Control may lose track of the vehicle ahead and accelerate up to your set speed while entering or on highway exit ramps. You could be startled by this acceleration and even lose control of the vehicle. Disengage Adaptive Cruise Control before entering a highway exit ramp. Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control while entering or on exit ramps. Other Vehicle Lane Changes If another vehicle enters the same lane as you, Adaptive Cruise Control will not detect the vehicle until it is completely in the lane. Be ready to take action and apply the brakes yourself. 3-24 How well Adaptive Cruise Control works on hills depends on your speed, vehicle load, traffic conditions, and the steepness of the hills. It might not detect a vehicle in your lane while driving on hills. While going up steep hills, you might want to use the accelerator pedal to maintain your vehicle speed. While going downhill, you might have to brake to keep your vehicle speed down. Applying the brake disengages the system. You may choose not to use Adaptive Cruise Control on steep hills. Disengaging Adaptive Cruise Control Apply the brake pedal or move the Adaptive Cruise Control switch to off, to disengage the system. Adaptive Cruise Control information does not appear on the HUD while the system is not engaged. Erasing Set Speed Memory The set speed memory is erased when the Adaptive Cruise Control switch or the ignition is turned off. Other Messages There are three messages that may appear on the DIC. They are SERVICE RADAR CRUISE, CRUISE NOT READY and CLEAN RADAR CRUISE. These messages will only appear to indicate a problem with the Adaptive Cruise Control. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-60 for more information. You may also see CRUISE SPEED LIMITED displayed in the HUD. See Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 3-31 for more information. Cleaning the System The radar can become blocked by snow, ice, or dirt. If so, you may need to turn off the engine and clean the lens, located on the driver side of the front fascia. Clean the surface with a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water on a dampened cloth. After cleaning the fascia lens, try to engage Adaptive Cruise Control. If this does not ﬁx the problem, you may have to remove the fascia lens and clean the inside of the fascia lens and radar lens. To clean the inside of the fascia lens and radar lens, insert a tool into one of the small slots on the inboard side of the lens and pop the lens out. Clean the surface with a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water on a dampened cloth. After cleaning the lens, set the lens back in place and press until it snaps in place. 3-25 To override AUTO mode, turn the control to off. To reset to AUTO mode turn the control to exterior lamps and then back to AUTO. Automatic mode will also reset when your vehicle is turned off and then back on again when the control is left in the AUTO position. See Twilight Sentinel® on page 3-29. ; (Parking Lamp): Turns on the parking lamps together with the following: (cid:129) Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights The parking brake indicator light will come on and stay on when the parking lamps are on with the engine off and the ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY. 5 (Headlamps): Turns on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. Exterior Lamps The exterior lamp control is located to the left of the steering wheel on the multifunction lever. O (Exterior Lamp Control): Turn the band to operate the exterior lamps. There are four positions: O (Off): Turns off all lamps. AUTO (Automatic): Sets the exterior lamps to automatic mode. AUTO mode will turn the exterior lamps on and off depending on how much light is available outside the vehicle. Turning the band to AUTO mode also enables the Adaptive Forward Lighting system. See Adaptive Forward Lighting System on page 3-28. 3-26 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Wiper Activated Headlamps This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for approximately six seconds and the multifunction lever is in the AUTO position. See Exterior Lamps on page 3-26. When the exterior lamp control has been turned off or is in the parking lamp position and the wiper control is on delay, low speed or high speed, the HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC). When the ignition is turned off, the wiper-activated headlamps will immediately turn 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. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional DRL are required on all vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada. The DRL system comes on when the following conditions are met: It is still daylight and the ignition is on. The exterior lamp control is in the off position. The transmission is not in P (Park). When DRL are on, only the front turn signal lamps are on. No other exterior lamps such as the parking lamps, taillamps, etc. are on when the DRL are used. The instrument panel is not be lit up either. When it is dark enough outside, the front turn signal lamps turn off and normal low-beam headlamps turn on. When it is bright enough outside, the regular lamps go off, and the front turn signal lamps take over. If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system comes on immediately. Once the vehicle leaves 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 might not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel brightness knob is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-30 for more information. 3-27 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) If it is dark enough outside and the exterior lamp control is off, a HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message displays on the Driver’s Information Center (DIC). This message informs the driver that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-60. Turn the exterior lamp control off a second time, or turn on the headlamps to turn off the HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message in the DIC. If the parking lamps or the fog lamps were turned on instead, the HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message continues to display. The regular headlamp system should be turned on when needed. Adaptive Forward Lighting System The Adaptive Forward Lighting System (AFS) swivels the headlamps horizontally to provide greater road illumination while turning. AFS will operate when the vehicle speed is greater than 2 mph (3 km/h). AFS will not operate when the transmission is in R (Reverse). AFS is not immediately operable after starting the vehicle; driving a short distance is required to calibrate the AFS. To enable AFS, set the exterior lamp switch on the multifunction lever to the AUTO position. Moving the switch out of the AUTO position will deactivate the system. See Exterior Lamps on page 3-26. Fog Lamps Use fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. The fog lamps control is located on the multifunction lever next to the exterior lamp control. # (Fog Lamps): Turn the band to turn the fog lamps on. The fog lamp light appears on the instrument panel cluster to indicate that the fog lamps and the parking lamps are on. If you turn the high-beam headlamps on, the fog lamps will turn off. They will turn on again when you switch to low-beam headlamps. The ignition must be on for the fog lamps to operate. The fog lamps will turn off when the ignition is turned off. Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps. 3-28 Twilight Sentinel® This feature can turn the lamps on and off for you. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the Twilight Sentinel® work, so be sure it is not covered. With Twilight Sentinel® you will see the following happen: (cid:129) When it is dark enough outside, the front turn signal lamps (DRL) will go off, and the headlamps and parking lamps will come on. The other lamps that come on with headlamps will also come on. (cid:129) When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps will go off, and the front turn signal lamps (DRL) will come on, as long as the exterior lamp switch is in the AUTO position. If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately. Once the vehicle leaves 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 control is in full bright position. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-30 for more information. You can idle the vehicle with the lamps off, even when it is dark outside. After starting the vehicle, turn the exterior lamp control band to off, then release it. The lamps will remain off until you turn the control band to off again. Twilight Sentinel® also provides exterior illumination as you leave the vehicle. If Twilight Sentinel® has turned on the lamps when you turn off the ignition, the lamps will remain on until: The exterior lamp switch is moved from OFF to the parking lamp position, or the delay time selected has elapsed. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-57 to select the delay time. You can also select no delay time. If the ignition is turned off with the exterior lamp switch in the parking lamp or headlamp position, the Twilight Sentinel® delay will not occur. The lamps will turn off as soon as the switch is turned off. The regular headlamp system should be turned on when needed. 3-29 (cid:129) (cid:129) Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the manual parking lamps or headlamps have been left on, the exterior lamps will turn off as soon as the ignition is turned off or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. This protects against draining the battery in case you have accidentally left the headlamps or parking lamps on. The battery saver does not work if the headlamps are turned on after the ignition switch is turned to off. If you need to leave the lamps on, use the exterior lamp control to turn the lamps back on. Instrument Panel Brightness The button for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. +! - (Brightness): Press to change the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Press the DIMMER button until PANEL DIMMING appears on the Driver Information Center (DIC). Then use the brightness button to adjust the instrument panel brightness. Press the top or bottom of the button to brighten or dim the lights. See Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 3-31 for more information. Be sure not to have the brightness turned all the way down with the lamps on during the day. The DIC may not be visible. Courtesy Lamps When any door or the trunk lid is opened, the interior lamps will go on unless it is bright outside. Press the interior lamp button on the right side of the instrument panel, to turn the courtesy lamps on or off. Entry/Exit Lighting With entry lighting, the interior lamps will come on when entering the vehicle. The interior lamps will come on for about 20 seconds when the engine is turned off. You can turn exit and entry lighting off by quickly turning the courtesy lamps on and off. Reading Lamps The inside rearview mirror includes two reading lamps. The lamps will go on when a door is opened. When the doors are closed, each lamp can be turned on individually by pressing the button for that lamp. 3-30 Battery Run-Down Protection The vehicle has a feature to help prevent the battery from being drained, in case the underhood lamp, vanity mirror lamps, cargo lamps, reading lamps, console, or glove box lamps are accidentally left on, or something is left plugged into the accessory power outlet or cigarette lighter. If any of the accessory lamps are left on, they will automatically time-out after about 10 minutes. To reset the battery protection, all of the above lamps must be turned off or the ignition must be in the ACC/ACCESSORY position. Head-Up Display (HUD) { CAUTION: If the HUD image is too bright, or too high in your ﬁeld of view, it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it is dark outside. Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your ﬁeld of view. The Head-Up Display (HUD) allows you to see some of the driver information that appears on the instrument panel cluster. The information may be displayed in English or metric units and appears as an image focused out toward the front of the vehicle. To change from English to metric units, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-57. The HUD consists of the following information: (cid:129) Speedometer Turn Signal Indicators (cid:129) High-Beam Indicator Symbol Tap-Up/Tap-Down Transmission Feature (cid:129) Check Gages Message (cid:129) Adaptive Cruise Control Features and Indicators (cid:129) Radio Features 3-31 (cid:129) (cid:129) The HUD controls are located to the left of the steering wheel. Continue to scan the displays, controls and driving environment just as you would in a vehicle without HUD. Check the instrument panel cluster, to be sure you do not miss something important, such as a warning light. Under important warning conditions, the CHECK GAGES message will display in the HUD. View the Driver Information Center (DIC) for more information. +! - (Brightness): Use to adjust the brightness of the HUD and the instrument panel cluster. DIMMER: Use to select the HUD or the instrument panel cluster to adjust the brightness. HUD: Use to adjust the vertical position of the HUD display. 3-32 To adjust the HUD so you can see it properly, do the following: 1. Adjust the seat to a comfortable driving position. If you change the seat position later, you may have to re-adjust the HUD. 2. Start the engine and press the top or bottom of the HUD button to center the HUD image in your view. The HUD image can only be adjusted up and down, not side-to-side. 3. Press the DIMMER button until the DIC reads HUD DIMMING. Then use the brightness button to adjust the desired intensity. The brightness of the HUD image is determined by the light conditions in the direction the vehicle is facing and where you have the HUD set. If you are facing a dark object or a heavily shaded area, the HUD may anticipate that you are entering a dark area and may begin to dim. To turn off the HUD, press the brightness button down until the image disappears. Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see. As light shines out from the HUD, it is possible for light to shine back in. In rare occurrences, when the sun is at a speciﬁc angle and position, the sun’s rays can shine back into the HUD. When this occurs, the display device within the HUD will be temporarily illuminated. The event will end when the vehicle’s angle to the sun changes. Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or ﬁlm that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image. To clean the HUD, spray household glass cleaner on a soft, clean cloth. Wipe the HUD lens gently, then dry it. Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens because the cleaner could leak into the unit. If the ignition is on and you cannot see the HUD image, check to see if: (cid:129) Something is covering the HUD unit. The brightness is adjusted properly. The HUD image is adjusted to the proper height. (cid:129) Ambient light in the direction the vehicle is facing is low. (cid:129) A fuse is blown. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 6-83. Keep in mind that the windshield is part of the HUD system. See Windshield Replacement on page 6-45. 3-33 (cid:129) (cid:129) The following Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) messages may appear in the HUD: CRUISE SPEED LIMITED: This message indicates that the vehicle speed has been reduced below the set speed due to ACC limitations. The set speed is too high and ACC cannot detect other vehicles at far enough distances for the system to operate properly. TIGHT CURVE: This message indicates that ACC has reduced the vehicle speed due to a tight curve in the road. Once the road straightens, ACC will return to the selected set speed or follow distance setting. See “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7 for more information. You may also see an ACC active symbol, alert symbol or vehicle ahead symbol. See “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7 for more information. Accessory Power Outlet(s) The accessory power outlet can be used to connect electrical equipment, such as a cellular phone. The accessory power outlet is located inside the center console storage compartment, on the forward left side. To use the outlet, remove the tethered cap. When not using it, always cover the outlet with the protective cap. Notice: When using an accessory power outlet, maximum electrical load must not exceed 20 amps. Always turn off any electrical equipment when not in use. Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain your vehicle’s battery. Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer/retailer for additional information on accessory power outlets. 3-34 Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to the vehicle can damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes. Check with your dealer/retailer before adding electrical equipment. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the installation instructions included with the equipment. We recommend that you see a qualiﬁed technician or your dealer/retailer for the proper installation of the equipment. Notice: damage not covered by the 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. Improper use of the power outlet can cause If papers, pins, or other ﬂammable Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter The ashtray and cigarette lighter are located under a lid in the front console to the right of the shift lever. Press the left side of the lid and it will open automatically. To use the cigarette lighter, push it in all the way and let go. When it is ready, it will pop back out by itself. Notice: items are put in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage the vehicle. Never put ﬂammable items in the ashtray. 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. 3-35 Climate Controls Dual Climate Control System With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled. When the vehicle is ﬁrst started, the system will recall the last temperature fan and mode settings for that driver. A. Driver and Passenger Power/Temperature Buttons B. Heated Seats C. Recirculation D. Defrost E. Rear Window Defogger F. Display G. AUTO H. Fan Control I. Air Delivery Mode Control J. Air Conditioning Off 3-36 Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): When this button is pressed and the temperature is set, the system automatically controls the temperature, air delivery mode, air conditioning compressor and the fan speed. AUTO will appear on the display. 1. Press the AUTO button. 2. Adjust the temperature to a comfortable setting between 70°F (21°C) and 80°F (27°C). An initial setting of 73°F (23°C) is suggested. Choosing the warmest or coldest temperature setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster. If the system is set at the warmest or coldest temperature setting, the system remains in manual mode at that temperature and it will not go into automatic mode. In cold weather, the system will start at reduced fan speeds to avoid blowing cold air into your vehicle until warmer air is available. The system starts out blowing air at the ﬂoor but may change modes automatically as the vehicle warms up to maintain the chosen temperature setting. The length of time needed for warm up will depend on the outside temperature and the length of time that has elapsed since the vehicle was last driven. 3. Wait for the system to regulate. This may take from 10 to 30 minutes. Then adjust the temperature, if necessary. You can switch from English to metric units through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-57 for more information. The air conditioning system removes moisture from the air, so a small amount of water might drip under the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine. This is normal. Do not cover the solar sensor located in the center of the instrument panel, near the windshield. For more information on the solar sensor, see “Sensors” later in this section. Manual Operation w PWR x (Power/Temperature): Press the PWR button on the left side of the climate control panel to turn the entire climate control system on or off. Press w or x to increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle. Press the PWR button on the right side of the climate control panel to turn the passenger climate control system on or off. Press w or x to increase or decrease the temperature for the passenger. If the passenger PWR button is off, the driver temperature switch controls the temperature for the entire vehicle. «9 ª(Fan Control): Press to increase or decrease the fan speed. Pressing this switch cancels automatic operation and places the system in manual mode. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. If the airﬂow seems low when the fan speed is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air ﬁlter may need to be replaced. For more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-41 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-4. ªN «(Air Delivery Mode Control ): Press to change the direction of the airﬂow inside of the vehicle. Changing the mode cancels automatic operation and places the system in manual mode. Press the AUTO button to return to automatic operation. 3-37 To change the current mode, select one of the following: H (Vent): Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets. % (Bi-Level): Air is divided between the instrument panel and ﬂoor outlets. In automatic operation, cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the ﬂoor outlets. 6 (Floor): Air is directed to the ﬂoor outlets, with some air directed to the windshield and side window outlets. - (Floor/Defog): This mode clears windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield, ﬂoor outlets and side windows. In this mode, the system turns off recirculation and runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is near or below freezing. 1 (Defrost): This mode removes fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. Press to direct air to the windshield, with some air directed to the side windows. In this mode, the system automatically turns off the recirculation and runs the air conditioning compressor, unless the outside temperature is near or below freezing. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear. A/C OFF (Air Conditioning): Press to turn off the air conditioning compressor. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. The compressor cannot be turned off in either the defrost or ﬂoor/defog mode. ? (Recirculation): Press to turn the recirculation mode on or off. The air conditioning compressor also comes on. This mode recirculates and helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle. It can be used to help prevent outside air and odors from entering the vehicle. Recirculation is not available in defrost or ﬂoor/defog modes. Using recirculation for long periods of time may cause the air inside the vehicle to become too dry. To prevent this from happening, after the air in the vehicle has cooled, turn the recirculation mode off. 3-38 Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. The rear window defogger only works when the engine is running. = (Rear Window Defogger): Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. Clear as much snow from the rear window as possible. The rear window defogger will turn off about 10 minutes after the button is pressed when traveling less than 30 mph (48 km/h). If turned on again, the defogger only runs for about ﬁve minutes before turning off. The defogger can also be turned off by turning off the engine. The heated outside rearview mirrors will heat to help clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirrors when the rear window defogger is on. The rear window defogger and heated mirrors are automatically disabled when the retractable hardtop is moving or down. Notice: Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid. ( (Heated/Cooled Seat): Press to turn the feature on. It automatically turns off when the vehicle is turned off. See Heated and Cooled Seats on page 1-3 for more information. Sensors There are several sensors on the vehicle that measure the temperature and the sun’s effect on passenger comfort. The solar sensor is located on top of the instrument panel near the windshield. It monitors the solar heat then uses the information to maintain the selected temperature when operating in AUTO mode by initiating needed adjustments to the temperature, the fan speed and the air delivery system. The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun. The recirculation mode will also be activated, as necessary. Do not cover the sensor or the system will not work properly. 3-39 Outlet Adjustment Use the thumbwheel 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 may 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 area around the base of the instrument panel console and air path under the seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively. There is also a sensor located behind the front bumper. This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle. The outside temperature will be displayed in the navigation system only when the engine is running. Any cover on the front of the vehicle could give a false reading of the temperature. If the outside temperature goes up, the display temperature will not change until: The vehicle’s speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h) for ﬁve minutes. The vehicle’s speed is above 32 mph (51 km/h) for two and one-half minutes. These delays prevent false readings. If the temperature goes down, the outside temperature will be shown when the vehicle is started. If it has been turned off for less than three hours, the temperature will be recalled from the previous vehicle operation. There is also an inside temperature sensor located to the left of the ignition button. The automatic climate control system uses this sensor to receive information, so if it is blocked or covered, the system will not function properly. 3-40 (cid:129) (cid:129) Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air ﬁlter removes certain particles from the air, including pollen and dust particles. Reductions in airﬂow, which may occur more often in dusty areas, indicate that the ﬁlter may need to be replaced early. The ﬁlter should be replaced as part of the routine scheduled maintenance. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-4 for more information. To check or replace the air ﬁlter, do the following: 1. With the hood open, unlatch and remove the access panel. The passenger compartment air ﬁlter and access panel are located on the passenger side of the engine compartment near the battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-12 for more information on location. 2. Pull the old ﬁlter out of the housing. 3. Insert the new ﬁlter into the housing. 4. Reinstall the air ﬁlter access panel. Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators 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 prevent injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of the vehicle’s functions. Some warning lights come on brieﬂy when the engine is started to indicate they are working. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of the vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous. 3-41 Instrument Panel Cluster The instrument panel cluster and Driver Information Center (DIC) are designed to show how the vehicle is running. It shows how fast the vehicle is going, about how much fuel is left and many other things needed to drive safely and economically. The instrument panel cluster indicator warning lights, gages and DIC messages are explained on the following pages. United States Base Cluster shown, Canada and Uplevel similar 3-42 Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer displays the speed in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). There is only one scale for mph and km/h. Use the Driver Information Center (DIC) controls to switch between mph and km/h. See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-57 for more information. The cluster will calculate the proper speed and move the needle to the correct position. Either the MPH or the km/h telltale will illuminate, depending on which measurement is chosen. The odometer is part of the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-57 for more information. Trip Odometer The trip odometer is part of the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-57 for more information. Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). Fuel will shut off at about 6700 rpm. If the vehicle is continually driven at the fuel shut off rpm, the engine could be damaged. Be sure to operate the vehicle below the fuel shut off rpm or reduce the rpm quickly when the fuel shuts off. 3-43 Safety Belt Reminders Safety Belt Reminder Light When the engine is started, a chime comes 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 also comes on and stay on for several seconds, then it ﬂashes for several more. This chime and light is repeated if the driver remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion. If the driver’s safety belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on. Airbag Readiness Light The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for possible malfunctions. If the light stays on it indicates 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 1-38. 3-44 The airbag readiness light ﬂashes for a few seconds when the engine is started. If the light does not come on then, have it ﬁxed immediately. { CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not inﬂate in a crash, or they could even inﬂate without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away. If there is a problem with the airbag system, an airbag Driver Information Center (DIC) message can also come on. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-60 for more information. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-45 for important safety information. The rearview mirror has a passenger airbag status indicator. United States Canada When the vehicle is started, 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 frontal and seat-mounted side impact airbags. If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag are enabled (may inﬂate). If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag. 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. { CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-44 for more information, including important safety information. 3-45 Charging System Light Voltmeter Gage This light comes on brieﬂy when the ignition key is turned to START, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. When the vehicle is in accessory mode, the voltmeter shows the voltage output of the battery. When the engine is running, it shows the voltage output of the charging system. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. The light should go out once the engine starts. If it stays on, or comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the charging system. A charging system message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) can also appear. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-60 for more information. This light could indicate that there are problems with a generator drive belt, or that there is an electrical problem. Have it checked right away. If the vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on, turn off accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. The reading will change as the rate of charge changes (with engine speed, for example), but if the voltmeter reads at 9 volts or below, the instrument panel cluster and other systems may shut down. The Driver Information Center (DIC) will read LOW VOLTAGE when the vehicle is at 10 volts or below. Have it checked right away. Driving with the voltmeter reading at 10 volts or below could drain the battery and disable the vehicle. 3-46 Brake System Warning Light The vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop the vehicle. For good braking, though, both parts need to be working well. If the light comes on while driving and a LOW BRAKE FLUID message is showing on the DIC, pull off the road and stop carefully. The pedal may be harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the ﬂoor and it may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing Your Vehicle on page 5-26. United States Canada This light should come on when the engine is started. If it does not come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If this warning light stays on after the engine is started, the parking brake may still be set or there could be a brake problem. Refer to Parking Brake on page 2-32 to see if it is set. If the parking brake is not set, have the brake system inspected right away. { CAUTION: The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service. 3-47 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light StabiliTrak®/Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System (ABS), this light comes on brieﬂy when the engine is started. The Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak system warning light comes on brieﬂy as the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator lights go off. If the light stays on, or comes on while driving and the DIC shows a SERVICE TRACTION SYS or a SERVICE STABILITRAK message, there is a problem with the Traction Control System (TCS) or the StabiliTrak® system and the vehicle needs service. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the ABS light stays on, turn the ignition off. If the light comes on while 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 stays on, or comes on again while driving, the vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, the vehicle still has brakes, but not antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-47. For vehicles with a Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-60 for all brake related DIC messages. 3-48 When the Traction Control system and/or StabiliTrak® system are turned off, the light comes on and a chime sounds. The DIC displays either TRACTION SYSTEM OFF or TRAC/STABILITRAK OFF message. When this light is on, the TCS system does not limit wheel spin and/or the StabiliTrak® system does not assist with vehicle control. When the Traction Control System and/or StabiliTrak® system are turned on, the light turns off and a chime sounds. The DIC displays either a TRACTION SYSTEM ON or TRAC/STABILITRAK ON message. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 5-8, StabiliTrak® System on page 5-6 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-60 for more information. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. As the pointer nears 260°F (125°C), your engine coolant temperature is high. A message may display on the Driver Information Center (DIC) depending on how high the temperature is. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-60 for more information. See Engine Overheating on page 6-27 for more information. 3-49 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. This comes on brieﬂy while starting the engine. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the check engine light comes on and stays on, while the engine is running, this indicates that there is an OBD II problem and service is required. Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with the tire pressure light, it comes on brieﬂy when the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. This light also comes on when one or more of the tires is signiﬁcantly underinﬂated. A tire pressure message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) can accompany the light. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-60 for more information. Stop and check the tires as soon as it is safe to do so. If underinﬂated, inﬂate the tire to the proper pressure. See Tires on page 6-46 for more information. If a problem is detected with the Tire Pressure Monitor System, this light ﬂashes for approximately 60 seconds and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 6-55 for more information. 3-50 If the vehicle is continually driven with this Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle. This system assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. Notice: light on, after a while, the emission controls might not work as well, the 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 the vehicle warranty. Notice: Modiﬁcations made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle’s emission controls and can cause this light to come on. Modiﬁcations to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modiﬁcations on page 6-3. This light 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 the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. The following can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle: (cid:129) Reduce vehicle speed. (cid:129) Avoid hard accelerations. (cid:129) Avoid steep uphill grades. 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 key off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. If the light is still ﬂashing, follow the previous steps and see your dealer/retailer for service as soon as possible. 3-51 Light On Steady: An emission control system malfunction has been detected on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. An emission system malfunction might be corrected by doing the following: (cid:129) Make sure the fuel cap is fully installed. See Filling the Tank on page 6-8. 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. (cid:129) Make sure to fuel the vehicle with quality fuel. Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and may cause: stalling after start-up, stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear, misﬁring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration. These conditions might go away once the engine is warmed up. If one or more of these conditions occurs, change the fuel brand used. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. See Gasoline Octane on page 6-5. If the vehicle has been driven through a deep puddle of water, the 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. If none of the above have made the light turn off, your dealer/retailer can check the vehicle. The dealer/retailer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to ﬁx any mechanical or electrical problems that might have developed. 3-52 (cid:129) The vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD II (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 the battery has recently been replaced 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 this has been done and the vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD II system readiness, your dealer/retailer can prepare the vehicle for inspection. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on the vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things to know to help the vehicle pass an inspection: The vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on with the engine running. To perform a check engine light bulb check with the keyless ignition, make sure the transmitter fob is in the passenger compartment. See Ignition Positions on page 2-24. Press the bottom of the Acc. button on the instrument panel and hold the button down for ﬁve seconds. The instrument panel, including the check engine light, will light up and the ignition will be on, but the engine will not start — press the bottom of the Acc. button only brieﬂy, less than ﬁve seconds, the accessory power mode will be turned on, but not the ignition. After the bulb check, press and release the Acc. button again to turn the ignition off and avoid draining the vehicle’s battery. 3-53 (cid:129) (cid:129) outside temperature and oil viscosity. The Driver Information Center (DIC) may display messages regarding the oil condition. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-60 and Engine Oil on page 6-15. { CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. The engine can become so hot that it catches ﬁre. Someone could be burned. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil. Engine Oil Pressure Gage United States Canada The engine oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) or kPa (kilopascals) when the engine is running. Oil pressure should be 20 to 80 psi (140 to 550 kPa). In certain situations such as long, extended idles on hot days, it could read as low as 6 psi (40 kPa) and still be considered normal. It may vary with engine speed, 3-54 Security Light Lights On Reminder For information regarding this light and the vehicle’s security system, see Theft-Deterrent System on page 2-20. This light comes on whenever the headlamps are on. Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use. United States Only See Horn on page 3-6 for more information. Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 3-28 for more information. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8 for more information. 3-55 Fuel Gage The fuel gage indicates about how much fuel is left when the ignition is turned on. An arrow on the fuel gage indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. When the needle approaches the low fuel symbol, LOW FUEL will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. At this time, there is still have a little fuel left, but the vehicle’s fuel tank should be ﬁlled soon. Press RESET to acknowledge a DIC message(s). Pressing RESET will also turn off a DIC message but the LOW FUEL message will come on again in 10 minutes if fuel has not been added to the vehicle. Here are ﬁve things that some owners ask about. All these things 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 the full symbol. It takes more (or less) fuel to ﬁll up than the gage reads. For example, the gage reads half full, but it took more (or less) than half of the tank’s capacity to ﬁll it. The gage pointer may move while cornering, braking or speeding up. The gage may not indicate the tank is empty when the ignition is turned off. The gage reading may change slightly within the ﬁrst several minutes after starting the vehicle. 3-56 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) The Driver Information Center (DIC) can be used to show more detailed fuel information. The DIC, can also display: (cid:129) AVERAGE XX.X MPG (Average Miles Per Gallon): The fuel economy calculated for the last 20 gallons (76 L) of fuel used, or since the display was last reset. INST XX.X MPG (Instantaneous Miles Per Gallon): The fuel economy calculated for current driving conditions. (cid:129) RANGE XXX MI: The approximate distance that can be driven before refueling. See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-57 for more information. Driver Information Center (DIC) This display gives you the status of many of the vehicle’s systems. The DIC is also used to display driver personalization features and warning/status messages. All messages will appear in the DIC display, located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster. DIC Operation and Displays These buttons are located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel, near the air outlets. «4 ª(Information): Press to scroll through the available features which include the odometer, trip odometers, fuel range, miles per gallon, average speed, timer, tire pressure, and remaining oil life. 3-57 (cid:129) RANGE xxx MI: This feature shows about how many miles (mi) or kilometers (km) you can drive without reﬁlling the fuel tank. Once the range drops below 40 miles (64 km) remaining, the display will show LOW. If the vehicle has been idling for a long time, the range displayed on the DIC could be abnormally low. The vehicle must be driven 5-10 miles (8-16 km) to get an accurate reading. AVERAGE xx.x MPG (Average Miles Per Gallon): This feature shows the approximate fuel economy the vehicle has averaged since the last time the value was reset. To reset the average miles per gallon, press the information button to display AVERAGE xx.x MPG, then press and hold the RESET button until AVERAGE 00.0 MPG is displayed. INST xx.x MPG (Instantaneous Miles Per Gallon): This feature shows the instantaneous fuel economy which varies with your driving conditions, such as acceleration, braking, and the grade of the road being traveled. The RESET button does not function in this mode. + (Interior Lamps): Press to turn the interior lamps on and off. OPTIONS: Press to choose personal options that are available on the vehicle. RESET: Press to reset a feature. It is also used to switch between English and Metric options. Use the information button to scroll through the following options: ODOMETER: This feature shows how far the vehicle has been driven in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km). Use the ENG/METRIC feature to switch between English and Metric units. TRIP A: This feature will record the distance traveled since the last time it was reset. Press and hold the RESET button to return to zero. If the vehicle is ﬁrst sold in the United States, the trip odometer will return to zero after 999.9 miles (1 609 km). If the vehicle is ﬁrst sold in Canada, the trip odometer will return to zero after 1,242 miles (1 999 km). TRIP B: This feature allows you to record the distance traveled during a second trip and functions the same as TRIP A. 3-58 AVERAGE SPEED: This feature shows the average speed the vehicle has traveled since the last time the value was reset. To reset the value, press the information button to display AVERAGE SPEED, then press and hold the RESET button until AVERAGE SPEED 00.0 is displayed. ELAPSED TIME: This feature is like a stopwatch, in that you can clock the time it takes to get from one point to another. To operate, press the information button to display ELAPSED TIME. Each of the ﬁelds for the hours, minutes, and seconds are two numeric digits. Once ELAPSED TIME 00:00:00 is displayed, press the RESET button to start the timing feature. Press the RESET button again to stop it. If you will be starting and stopping the vehicle, during a trip for instance, the ELAPSED TIME feature will automatically start timing where it left off when you last stopped. To reset it, press and hold the RESET button until the display reads ELAPSED TIME 00:00:00. Press the information button to exit from the ELAPSED TIME display. FRONT Lxx Rxx PSI: This feature shows the tire pressure for the front left and right tires. REAR Lxx Rxx PSI: This feature shows the tire pressure for the rear left and right tires. OIL LIFE: This feature shows the estimated oil life remaining. See Oil Life Indicator on page 3-76 for more information. To reset the engine oil life system, see Engine Oil Life System on page 6-18. This only needs to be reset after you have had the oil changed. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-4 and Engine Oil on page 6-15 for more information. ENG/METRIC (English/Metric): This feature allows you to switch the DIC displays between English and Metric. Press the RESET button to switch the display between English and Metric. There will be an arrow next to the option that is selected. 3-59 DIC Warnings and Messages These messages appear if there is a problem detected in one of the vehicle’s systems. You must then press RESET to clear the display screen for further use. However, be sure to take any message that appears on the display screen seriously and remember that pressing the RESET button will only make the message disappear, not the problem. DIC messages can also be displayed in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish. ABS (Antilock Brake System) ACTIVE This message displays when the Antilock Brake System (ABS) is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid. Slippery road conditions may exist if this message displays, so adjust your driving accordingly. The message may stay on for a few seconds after the system stops adjusting brake pressure. BUCKLE PASSENGER This message reminds you to buckle the passenger safety belt. This message displays and a chime sounds when the ignition is on, the driver safety belt is buckled, the passenger safety belt is unbuckled with the 3-60 passenger airbag enabled, and the vehicle is in motion. You should have the passenger buckle their safety belt. The reminder will be repeated if the ignition is on, the vehicle is in motion, the driver is buckled and the passenger is still unbuckled, and the passenger airbag is enabled. If the passenger safety belt is already buckled, this message and chime will not come on. BUCKLE SEAT BELT This message reminds you to buckle the driver safety belt. This message displays and a chime sounds when the ignition is on, the driver safety belt is unbuckled, and the vehicle is in motion. You should buckle the safety belt. If the driver remains unbuckled when the ignition is on and the vehicle is in motion, the reminder will be repeated. If the driver safety belt is already buckled, this message and chime will not come on. This message is an additional reminder to the Safety Belt Reminder Light in the instrument panel cluster. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3-44 for more information. CHANGE OIL NOW This message displays when the life of the engine oil has expired. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-4. After an oil change, the Oil Life Indicator must be reset. See Oil Life Indicator on page 3-76 and Engine Oil Life System on page 6-18. CHARGE SYSTEM FAULT This message displays when a problem with the charging system has been detected. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. CHECK GAS CAP This message displays if the fuel cap has not been fully tightened. Check the fuel cap to make sure that it is on properly. CLEAN RADAR CRUISE If the vehicle has this feature, this message displays when the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system is disabled because the radar is blocked and cannot detect vehicles in your path. It may also activate during heavy rain or due to road spray. To clean the system, see Adaptive Cruise Control on page 3-14. CLOSE CARGO DIVIDER This message displays if the cargo divider is not in place. Open the trunk and make sure the cargo divider is secure and no objects are on the divider. See Rear Storage Area on page 2-54 for more information. COOLANT OVER TEMP (Temperature) This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle in P (Park) until it cools down and the message is removed. Do not increase engine speed above a normal idle. If it does not cool down, turn off the engine and have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer before driving it again. Severe engine damage can result from an overheated engine. See Engine Overheating on page 6-27. CRUISE NOT READY This message indicates that the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) will not activate due to a temporary condition. The vehicle does not require service. If this message displays when you attempt to activate the system, continue driving for several minutes, then try to activate the system again. 3-61 DRIVER NO. X (1 OR 2) This message displays when the vehicle is started or when there is a change of driver. The message shows which driver is activating the personalization feature. It will only stay on for ﬁve seconds. ENGINE HOT, STOP ENGINE This message displays when the engine has overheated. Stop and turn the engine off immediately to avoid severe engine damage. See Engine Overheating on page 6-27. A multiple chime also sounds when this message displays. ENGINE PROTECTION REDUCE ENGINE RPM If this message displays, the control system has determined that continued operation at the existing engine speed may lead to engine overheating. Lower the engine speed by upshifting the transmission or drive at a lower speed. HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED This message displays if it is dark enough outside and the headlamps and Twilight Sentinel® controls are off. This message informs the driver that turning on the 3-62 exterior lamps is recommended. It has become dark enough outside to require the headlamps and/or other exterior lamps. This message also displays if the optional Rainsense™ wiping feature is on and the Twilight Sentinel is off. HIGH TRANS (Transmission) TEMP (Temperature) This message displays when the transmission ﬂuid in the vehicle is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down or until this message is removed. HIGH VOLTAGE This message displays when the electrical charging system is overcharging. To avoid being stranded, have the electrical system checked by your dealer/retailer. You can reduce the charging overload by using the accessories. Turn on the lamps and radio, set the climate control on AUTO and the fan speed on HI, and turn the rear window defogger on. You can monitor battery voltage on the DIC by pressing the information button. The normal range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts when the engine is running. HOT ENGINE–A/C OFF This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. You can continue to drive the vehicle. If this message continues to display, have the system repaired by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible to avoid compressor damage. ICE POSSIBLE This message displays when the outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly. LEFT DOOR AJAR This message displays anytime the engine is running, the transmission is not in P (Park), and the driver door is open or ajar. A chime sounds when the vehicle’s speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h). LOW BRAKE FLUID This message displays if the engine is running to inform the driver that the brake ﬂuid level is low. Have the brake system serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. See “Brake Fluid” under Brakes on page 6-32. LOW COOLANT This message displays when there is a low level of engine coolant. Have the cooling system serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. See Engine Coolant on page 6-23. LOW FUEL This message displays when the fuel supply is less than 5 gallons (18.9 L) and the display is turned off. A single chime also sounds when this message is displayed. LOW OIL LEVEL For correct operation of the low oil sensing system, the vehicle should be on a level surface. A false LOW OIL LEVEL message may display if the vehicle is parked on a grade. The oil level sensing system does not check for actual oil level if the engine has been off for a short period of time, and the oil level is never checked while the engine is running. If the LOW OIL LEVEL message displays, and the vehicle has been parked on level ground with the engine off for at least 30 minutes, the oil level should be checked by observing the oil dipstick. Prior to checking the oil level, make sure the engine has been off for a few minutes and the vehicle is on a level surface. Then check the dipstick and add oil if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 6-15. 3-63 If you drive your vehicle while the engine LOW OIL PRESSURE Notice: oil pressure is low, severe engine damage may occur. If a low oil pressure warning appears on the Driver Information Center (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 6-15 for more information. If this message displays while the engine is running, stop the engine and do not operate the vehicle until the cause of low oil pressure is corrected. Severe damage to the engine can result. A multiple chime sounds when this message is displayed. LOW VOLTAGE This message displays when the electrical system is charging less than 10 volts or if the battery has been drained. If this message displays immediately after starting, it is possible that the generator can still recharge the battery. The battery should recharge while driving, but may take a few hours to do so. Consider using an auxiliary charger to boost the battery after returning home or to a ﬁnal destination. Make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions. If this message displays while driving or after starting the vehicle and stays on, have it checked immediately by your dealer/retailer to determine the cause of this problem. To help the generator recharge the battery quickly, you can reduce the load on the electrical system by turning off the accessories. You can monitor battery voltage on the DIC by pressing the INFO button. The normal range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts. LOW WASHER FLUID This message displays when the windshield washer ﬂuid is low. Fill the windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir as soon as possible. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-12 for the location of the windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir. Also, see Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6-31 for more information. MAX (Maximum) SPEED XX MPH (XX KM/H) This message displays when a failure in the magnetic ride control system has occurred. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) determines the speed to which the vehicle is limited. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer if this message appears. 3-64 NO FOB DETECTED This message displays if the vehicle does not detect the presence of a keyless access transmitter when you have attempted to start the vehicle or a vehicle door has just closed. The following conditions may cause this message to appear: (cid:129) Driver-added equipment plugged into the accessory power outlet on the center console is causing interference. Examples of these devices are cell phones and cell phone chargers, two-way radios, power inverters, or similar items. Try moving the keyless access transmitter away from these devices when starting the vehicle. In addition, PDA devices and remote garage and gate openers may also generate Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) that may interfere with the keyless access transmitter. Do not carry the keyless access transmitter in the same pocket or bag as these devices. The vehicle is experiencing Electromagnetic Interference (EMI). Some locations, such as airports, automatic toll booths, and some gas stations, have EMI ﬁelds which may interfere with the keyless access transmitter. If moving the transmitter to different locations within the vehicle does not help, place the transmitter in the glove box transmitter pocket with the buttons facing to the right and then press the START button. The vehicle’s battery voltage is low. The battery voltage must be above 10 volts for the keyless access transmitter to be detected properly. 3-65 (cid:129) (cid:129) NO FOB, OFF OR RUN? This message displays when a keyless access transmitter is not detected inside the vehicle while you are trying to turn the ignition off. The vehicle may be near a strong radio antenna signal causing the keyless access system to be jammed. The vehicle will remain in ACCESSORY until the vehicle is turned off or is restarted, or ﬁve minutes has expired. If you turn the ignition off and you cannot ﬁnd the keyless access transmitter, you will not be able to restart the vehicle. The keyless access transmitter needs to be inside of the vehicle in order for the vehicle to start. See Starting the Engine on page 2-26 for more information. OVER SPEED WARNING This message displays when the vehicle speed exceeds a certain limit as required by some export countries. A chime sounds when this message is displayed. PRESS BRAKE TO START This message displays to inform you that the brake pedal must be applied to start the vehicle. Make sure you are pressing the brake pedal all the way down. REDUCED ENGINE POWER This message displays when the vehicle is reducing engine power because the transmission is being placed in gear under conditions that may cause damage to the vehicle’s engine, transmission, or ability to accelerate. 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. RIGHT DOOR AJAR This message displays anytime the engine is running, the transmission is not in P (Park), and the passenger door is open or ajar. A chime sounds if the vehicle’s speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h). SERVICE A/C This message displays when the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and heating systems are no longer working. Have the climate control system serviced by your dealer/retailer if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning efficiency. 3-66 SERVICE ABS (Antilock Brake System) If this message displays when you are driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the message stays on, or comes back on again while you are driving, the vehicle is in need of service. See your dealer/retailer. If the SERVICE ABS message is being displayed, the Traction Control System (TCS) and StabiliTrak® System will also be disabled. The Driver Information Center will scroll three messages: SERVICE ABS, SERVICE TRACTION SYS, and SERVICE STABILITRAK, and the antilock brake system and traction control warning lights on the instrument panel cluster will be illuminated. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light on page 3-48 and StabiliTrak®/Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on page 3-48. The driver can acknowledge these messages by pressing the RESET button three times. When the service message is displayed, the computer controlled systems will not assist the driver and you should have the system repaired by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. Adjust your driving accordingly. SERVICE AFS (Adaptive Forward Lighting System) LAMPS This message displays when the Adaptive Forward Lighting System (AFS) is disabled and needs service. See your dealer/retailer. See Adaptive Forward Lighting System on page 3-28 for more information. SERVICE ELECT (Electrical) SYSTEM This message displays if an electrical problem has occurred within the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM This message displays when the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has detected a problem within the fuel system. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. This message will also be displayed when the cluster is not getting fuel information from the PCM. SERVICE RADAR CRUISE If the vehicle has this feature, this message displays when the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system is disabled and needs service. See your dealer/retailer. 3-67 SERVICE RIDE CONTROL This message displays when there is a problem with the Magnetic Ride Control System. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. SERVICE TRACTION SYS (System) This message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System (TCS). Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. SERVICE STABILITRAK If this message displays, it means there may be a problem with the stability enhancement system. If you see this message, try to reset the system. Stop, turn off the engine, then start the engine again. If this message still comes on, it means there is a problem. You should see your dealer/retailer for service. Reduce your speed and drive accordingly. A single chime also sounds when this message is displayed. SERVICE TRANSMISSION This message displays when there is a problem with the transmission. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. 3-68 SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays when a non-emissions related powertrain malfunction occurs. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. SHIFT TO PARK This message displays if the vehicle is not in P (Park) when the engine is being turned off. The vehicle will be in accessory mode. Once the shift lever is moved to P (Park), the vehicle will turn off. STABILITRAK ACTIVE You may see this message on the DIC. It means that an advanced, computer-controlled system has come on to help the vehicle continue to go in the direction in which you are steering. This stability enhancement system activates when the computer senses that the vehicle is just starting to spin, as it might if you hit a patch of ice or other slippery spot on the road. When the system is on, you may hear a noise or feel a vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal. When this message is on, continue to steer in the direction you want to go. The system is designed to help you in bad weather or other difficult driving situations by making the most of whatever road conditions will permit. If this message comes on, you will know that something has caused the vehicle to start to spin, so consider slowing down. A single chime also sounds when this message is displayed. STABILITRAK READY If this message displays and a chime sounds, the system has completed the functional check of the StabiliTrak® System. SVC (Service) TIRE MONITOR This message displays if a part on the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) is not working properly. The tire pressure light also ﬂashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Light on page 3-50. Several conditions may cause this message to appear. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6-57 for more information. If the warning comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. See your dealer/retailer. TOO COLD TO MOVE TOP This message displays when the retractable hardtop button is pressed and the hardtop pump motor temperature is below −4°F (−20°C). Wait for the hardtop pump motor to warm up before using the retractable hardtop. TOP INOP (Inoperative) – VALET ON This message displays when the retractable hardtop button is pressed and the valet switch is on. Turn off the valet switch before using the retractable hardtop. TOP INOP (Inoperative) OUT OF PARK This message displays if the retractable hardtop button is pressed while the vehicle is not in P (Park). TOP MOTOR OVER TEMP (Temperature) This message displays when the retractable hardtop button is pressed and the hardtop pump motor temperature is over 221°F (105°C). Wait for the hardtop pump motor to cool down before using the retractable hardtop. TOP NOT SECURE This message displays when the retractable hardtop button is released before the top open or close operation is complete. Press and hold the retractable hardtop button to fully open or close the top. TRAC (Traction) SYSTEM ACTIVE This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is limiting wheel spin. Slippery road conditions may exist if this message is displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly. This message stays on for a few seconds after the TCS stops limited wheel spin. 3-69 TRAC (Traction)/STABILITRAK OFF This message displays when both the Traction Control System (TCS) and the StabiliTrak® System are off. This message will remain until the systems are turned on again. TRAC (Traction)/STABILITRAK ON This message displays when both the Traction Control System (TCS) and the StabiliTrak® System are on. TRACTION SYSTEM OFF This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is off, but the StabiliTrak® System remains on. TRACTION SYSTEM ON This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is on. TRUNK AJAR This message displays when the trunk is open while the vehicle is running and is not in P (Park). Other Messages Here are more messages that you can receive on the Driver Information Center (DIC). To acknowledge a message and read another message that may have come on at the same time, press the RESET button. (cid:129) ACCESSORY MODE ON See Ignition Positions on page 2-24. (cid:129) CHANGE OIL SOON See Engine Oil on page 6-15 and Engine Oil Life System on page 6-18. FOB BATTERY LOW See “Battery Replacement” under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-5. (cid:129) HIGH TIRE PRESS LF See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54. (cid:129) HIGH TIRE PRESS RF See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54. (cid:129) HIGH TIRE PRESS LR See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54. (cid:129) HIGH TIRE PRESS RR See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54. 3-70 (cid:129) INTRUSION SENSOR OFF See Theft-Deterrent System on page 2-20. INTRUSION SENSOR ON See Theft-Deterrent System on page 2-20. (cid:129) KNOWN FOB See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle” under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-5. LEFT FRONT TIRE FLAT MAX SPD 55, REDUCED HNDLG See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54. LEFT REAR TIRE FLAT MAX SPD 55, REDUCED HNDLG See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54. LOW TIRE PRESS LF See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54. LOW TIRE PRESS RF See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54. LOW TIRE PRESS LR See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54. LOW TIRE PRESS RR See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54. (cid:129) MAX # FOBS LEARNED See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle” under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-5. (cid:129) OFF-ACC TO LEARN See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle” under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-5. (cid:129) READY FOR FOB #X See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle” under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-5. (cid:129) RIGHT FRT TIRE FLAT MAX SPD 55, REDUCED HNDLG See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54. (cid:129) RIGHT REAR TIRE FLAT MAX SPD 55, REDUCED HNDLG See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54. (cid:129) WAIT XX MINUTES See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle” under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-5. 3-71 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) DIC Vehicle Personalization The vehicle has personalization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two drivers. The back of the keyless access transmitters are labelled 1 or 2. The current driver preferences are recalled when one of the following occurs: The lock or unlock button on the keyless access transmitter, programmed as 1 or 2, is pressed. The appropriate memory button, 1 or 2, located on the driver seat is pressed. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 1-3 for more information. (cid:129) A valid keyless access transmitter is detected upon opening the driver door. If more than one valid keyless access transmitter is detected upon opening the driver door, the driver preferences for the lowest driver number will be recalled. If a keyless access transmitter is programmed as #3 or #4, the personalization system will not recognize the transmitter. The Driver Information Center (DIC) will not display a current driver number and the features that are normally programmed through the DIC will be set to the default states. Also, if the OPTIONS button is pressed, the DIC does not display the menus used to set personalizations, but instead displays OPTIONS UNAVAILABLE for a few seconds. 3-72 Feature Programming To change feature preferences, make sure the vehicle is running and in P (Park). To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off. Press the OPTIONS button and the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display the current driver for a few seconds, then display the ﬁrst personalization menu item. You can now use the OPTIONS button to change the setting of the displayed feature. Press the top or bottom of the information button to scroll up or down the list of features. When you get to a feature you want to change, press the OPTIONS button again. When you are ﬁnished, press the RESET button to exit the personalization menu. If no button is pressed within 45 seconds, the DIC will exit the personalization menu. The following are DIC options that will be available in the personalization menu. Auto Recall This feature allows the steering column, outside mirrors and the driver seat to automatically move to the current driver’s set position when the engine starts. The DIC will display AUTO RECALL OFF or AUTO RECALL ON. Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting. (cid:129) (cid:129) Auto Exit Recall This feature allows the steering column and driver seat to automatically move to the current driver’s exit position when one of the following occurs: The vehicle is turned off or in RAP or accessory mode and the driver’s door is opened. The vehicle is turned off or in RAP and the unlock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed. The DIC will display AUTO EXIT RECALL OFF or AUTO EXIT RECALL ON. Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting. Approach Lights This feature activates the parking lamps, front fog lamps and back-up lamps during low light periods when the unlock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed, both doors are closed and the vehicle is off or in RAP. The lamps remain on for 20 seconds or until a door is opened, the lock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed or the vehicle is no longer off or in RAP. The DIC will display APPROACH LIGHTS OFF or APPROACH LIGHTS ON. Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting. Exit Lights This feature activates the parking lamps and front fog lamps for 15, 30 or 90 seconds. This will occur when the vehicle is off or in RAP and the headlamps are on due to the automatic headlamp system. The parking lamps and front fog lamps will remain on until the driver selected time period expires, the exterior lamp control is activated or the vehicle is no longer off or in RAP. The DIC will display EXIT LIGHTS OFF, EXIT LIGHTS - 15 SEC, EXIT LIGHTS - 30 SEC, or EXIT LIGHTS - 90 SEC. Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting. Flash at Unlock This feature activates the front and rear turn signals for two short ﬂashes when the unlock or trunk button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed. This will only occur when the vehicle is off. The DIC will display NO FLASH AT UNLOCK or FLASH AT UNLOCK. Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting. 3-73 (cid:129) (cid:129) Flash at Lock This feature activates the front and rear turn signals for one long ﬂash when the lock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed. This will only occur when the vehicle is off. If the lock button is pressed again within ﬁve seconds, the horn will sound regardless of which setting you have selected. The DIC will display NO FLASH AT LOCK or FLASH AT LOCK. Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting. FOB Reminder This feature sounds the horn three times when the driver door is closed and there is a keyless access transmitter inside the interior of the vehicle. This will only occur when the vehicle is off. The DIC will display FOB REMINDER OFF or FOB REMINDER HORN. Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting. Passive Locking This feature allows you to select whether the doors automatically lock during normal vehicle exit. When the ignition is turned off and all doors become closed, the vehicle will determine how many keyless access transmitters remain in the vehicle interior. If at least one keyless access transmitter has been removed from

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