2005 Chevrolet Cobalt Owners Manual

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Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You will ﬁnd this label in the trunk, on the driver side, near the spare tire cover. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label, you will ﬁnd the following: (cid:127) VIN (cid:127) Model designation (cid:127) Paint information (cid:127) Production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. 5-89 Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer ﬁrst. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-57. Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses. Should your headlamps fail to function, have your headlamp system checked right away. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, have it ﬁxed. 5-90 Power Windows and Other Power Options A fuse in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens, protecting the circuit until the problem is ﬁxed. Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. If you ever have a problem on the road and do not have a spare fuse, you can “borrow” one that has the same amperage. Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without — like the radio or cigarette lighter — and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as you can. There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle: the ﬂoor console fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block. 5-91 Floor Console Fuse Block The ﬂoor console fuse block is located on the passenger’s side of the ﬂoor console under the instrument panel. To access the fuse block, remove the panel on the side of the console. 5-92 Fuses Usage Fuse Puller Spare Spare Spare Spare Ampliﬁer Cluster Ignition Switch Fuses Usage Fuses Usage 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Stoplamp Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Empty Spare Airbag Spare Windshield Wiper Climate Control System, Cluster, Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Empty Empty Electric Power Steering, Steering Wheel Control Sunroof Spare 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Empty Empty Sensing and Diagnostic Module Engine Control Module, Transaxle Control Module Door Locks Interior Lights Audio System Power Windows Relays 30 31 32 Usage Ignition 3 Empty Retained Accessory Power 5-93 Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Lift off the cover to check the fuses. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. 5-94 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage SPARES Spares REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger COOLING FAN 2 CRANK COOLING FAN 1 BCM3 BCM2 FOG LP HORN Cooling Fan 2 Starter Engine Cooling Fan Body Control Module 3 Body Control Module 2 Fog Lamps Horn RH LOW BEAM Passenger’s Side Low Beam LH LOW BEAM Driver’s Side Low Beam RH HI BEAM Passenger’s Side High Beam LH HI BEAM Driver’s Side High Beam FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump EMISSIONS Emissions INJECTORS Injectors ABS Anti-lock Brake System PCM/ECM Powertrain Control Module/Engine Control Module EPS Electric Power Steering PARK LPS Park Lamps WIPER IP IGN Windshield Wiper Ignition A/C CLUTCH Air Conditioning Clutch AFTERCOOL Aftercooler ABS2 Anti-lock Brake System ECM/TRANS Engine Control Module, Transmission BACK UP TRUNK/ OUTLET S BAND/ ONSTAR LIGHTER Back-Up Lamps Trunk, Accessory Power Outlet Audio, OnStar® Cigarette Lighter MIRRORS Mirrors 5-95 Relays COOLING FAN1 Usage Cooling Fan 1 SER/PAR FUEL PUMP WIPER1 COOL Fuel Pump Windshield Wiper 1 Series/Parallel Cooling Fan (Cobalt SS) POWERTRAIN Powertrain A/C CLUTCH Air Conditioning Clutch AFTRCOOL RUN/CRANK Run, Crank Aftercooler Pump (Cobalt SS) Fuses Usage HTD SEATS Heated Seats CAN VENT Canister Vent Relays Usage REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger COOLING FAN2 WIPER2 CRANK Cooling Fan 2 Windshield Wiper 2 Starter 5-96 Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 for more information. Capacities English 1.0 lbs Metric 0.45 kg Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System 2.2L Engine 2.0L Engine Intercooler System 2.0L Engine Engine Oil with Filter Fuel Tank Transaxle, Automatic (Complete Drain and Reﬁll) Transaxle, Manual (Complete Drain and Reﬁll) 140 Y Wheel Nut Torque All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual. 6.8 quarts 7.4 quarts 2.0 quarts 5.0 quarts 13.5 gallons 7.0 quarts 1.8 quarts 100 ft lb 6.5 L 7.0 L 1.9 L 4.7 L 51.1 L 6.6 L 1.7 L Engine Speciﬁcations Engine 2.2L L4 2.0L L4 (Supercharged) VIN Code Transaxle Automatic Manual Manual Spark Plug Gap 0.04 inch (1.0 mm) 0.04 inch (1.0 mm) 5-97 ✍ NOTES 5-98 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ......................................6-2 Introduction ...................................................6-2 Maintenance Requirements ..............................6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....................6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ......................6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...................................6-4 Additional Required Services ............................6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...................................6-7 Owner Checks and Services ............................6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ............................................6-8 At Least Once a Month ...................................6-9 At Least Once a Year .....................................6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...............6-12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ..........6-14 Maintenance Record .....................................6-15 6-1 Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty. 6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance is important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper ﬂuid levels or the wrong tire inﬂation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect our environment, and to keep your vehicle in good condition, be sure to maintain your vehicle properly. Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many other ways. Because of all the different ways people use their vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your GM Goodwrench® dealer. This schedule is for vehicles that: carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will ﬁnd these limits on the tire and loading information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-30. are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 should be performed when indicated. See Additional Required Services on page 6-6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6-7 for further information. {CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, see your GM Goodwrench® dealer to have a qualiﬁed technician do the work. Some maintenance services can be complex. So, unless you are technically qualiﬁed and have the necessary equipment, you should have your GM Goodwrench® dealer do these jobs. When you go to your GM Goodwrench® dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts. If you want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11. Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 tells you what should be checked, when to check it and what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. The proper replacement parts, ﬂuids and lubricants to use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 and Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-14. When your vehicle is serviced, make sure these are used. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. We recommend the use of genuine GM parts. 6-3 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes on, it means that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may not indicate that vehicle service is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil and ﬁlter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your GM Goodwrench® dealer has GM-trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system. If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last service. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-19 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. When the CHANGE OIL SOON message appears, certain services, checks and inspections are required. Required services are described in the following for “Maintenance I” and “Maintenance II.” Generally, it is recommended that your ﬁrst service be Maintenance I, your second service be Maintenance II and that you alternate Maintenance I and Maintenance II thereafter. However, in some cases, Maintenance II may be required more often. Maintenance I — Use Maintenance I if the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes on within 10 months since the vehicle was purchased or Maintenance II was performed. Maintenance II — Use Maintenance II if the previous service performed was Maintenance I. Always use Maintenance II whenever the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes on 10 months or more since the last service or if the message has not come on at all for one year. 6-4 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 5-15. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-19. An Emission Control Service. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (j). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter. If necessary, replace ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-21. See footnote (k). Rotate tires and check inﬂation pressures and wear. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-63. Inspect brake system. See footnote (a). Check engine coolant and windshield washer ﬂuid levels and add ﬂuid as needed. Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services” in this section. Inspect suspension and steering components. See footnote (b). Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (c). Inspect wiper blades. See footnote (d). Inspect restraint system components. See footnote (e). Lubricate body components. See footnote (f). Inspect throttle system. See footnote (g). • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 6-5 Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Service and Miles (Kilometers) Additional Required Services 75,000 25,000 (41 500) 50,000 (83 000) (125 000) 100,000 (166 000) 125,000 (207 500) 150,000 (240 000) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components. Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-21. Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid and ﬁlter (severe service only). See footnote (h). Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Engine cooling system service (or every ﬁve years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. 6-6 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Maintenance Footnotes (a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect drum brake linings for wear or cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. (b) Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts or signs of wear. Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc. (c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, ﬁttings and clamps; replace with genuine GM parts as needed. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year. (d) Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken airbag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The airbag system does not need regular maintenance.) (f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders, door hinges and latches, hood hinges and latches and trunk lid hinges and latches. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better and not stick or squeak. (g) Check 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. 6-7 (h) Change automatic transaxle 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 found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the ﬂuid and ﬁlter do not require changing. (i) Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system. This service can be complex; you should have your dealer perform this service. 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) 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. (k) If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, inspect the ﬁlter at each engine oil change. 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. 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 5-15 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. It is important to check your oil regularly 6-8 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. 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 vehicle’s tires and make sure they are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check the spare tire. See Tires on page 5-54 for further details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored securely. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-70. Tire Wear Inspection Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service notiﬁcation. Check the tires for wear and, if necessary, rotate the tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-63. 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 2-25. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. On automatic transaxle vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle starts in any other position, your vehicle needs service. On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway, and try to start the engine. The vehicle should start only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the ﬂoor. If the vehicle starts when the clutch is not pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service. 6-9 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position. (cid:127) With an automatic transaxle, the ignition should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK. (cid:127) With a manual transaxle, the key should come out only in LOCK. Turn the steering wheel to the left and to the right. It should only lock when turned to the right. Automatic Transaxle 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 2-25. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to RUN, but do not start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle needs service. 6-10 Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanism Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. {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. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. 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 which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench® oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 5-15. The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard may 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 an 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 5-15. Engine Oil (2.2L L4 engine) Engine Oil (2.0L L4 Supercharged engine) 6-12 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Coolant Intercooler System Coolant (2.0L L4 Supercharged engine) 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. Hydraulic Brake System Hydraulic Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or Clutch System equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Washer Solvent Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Windshield Parking Brake Cable Guides Manual Transaxle Automatic Transaxle Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Look for “Approved for the H-Speciﬁcation” on the label. DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Look for “Approved for the H-Speciﬁcation” on the label. Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Key Lock Cylinders Manual Transaxle Shift Linkage Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Engine Oil. Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. 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. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs Windshield Wiper Blade (Hook Type) Driver’s Side — 22 inches (56 cm) Passenger’s Side — 17 inches (43 cm) 21888324 12579143 12569190 22660359 22722576 ACDelco® Part Number A2956C PF456G — — — 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. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts. Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record 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 Assistance Program ..........................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 Chevrolet. 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 Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). 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 (kilometers). When contacting Chevrolet, 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 Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 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), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center. United States — Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 1-800-222-1020 1-800-833-2438 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-CHEV-USA (243-8872) 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’s or passenger’s 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 Assistance Program As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road. Call Chevrolet’s Roadside Assistance at 1-800-CHEV-USA, (1-800-243-8872) 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to speak with a Chevrolet Roadside Assistance representative. We will provide the following services during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period, at no expense to you: Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel ($5 maximum) for the customer to get to the nearest service station. Lock-out Service (identiﬁcation required): Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement key will be covered within 10 miles (16 km). (cid:127) Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow. Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge. The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure. Jump Start: No-start occurrences which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge. (cid:127) Dealer Locator Service In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Chevrolet’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty. However, when other services are utilized, our Roadside Assistance Representatives will explain any payment obligations you might incur. For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the following to the Roadside Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Your name, home address, and home telephone number. Telephone number of your location. Location of the vehicle. (cid:127) Model, year, color, and license plate number. (cid:127) Mileage, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle. (cid:127) Description of the problem. 7-6 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family. Remember, we are only a phone call away. Chevrolet Roadside Assistance: 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-234-8872), text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438. Chevrolet reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Chevrolet’s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notiﬁcation. Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive roadside assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book. Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet 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 Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, Chevrolet 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 (16 km) from the dealership. Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement of up to a ﬁve-day maximum may be available for the use of public transportation such as a taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses of up to a 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 that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair. Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum of $30.00 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 GM dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your GM 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 airbag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations. Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash event by computer systems, such as those commonly called event data recorders (EDR). In a crash event, computer systems, such as the Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such as data related to engine speed, brake application, throttle position, vehicle speed, safety belt usage, airbag readiness, airbag performance, and the severity of a collision. 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 call them at 1-800-333-0510 or write to: Transport Canada Place de Ville Tower C 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 General Motors. Please call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 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 ................................. 3-16 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ............................ 5-90 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ................................. 5-21 Air Conditioning .............................................. 3-17 Airbag Readiness Light .......................................... 3-25 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ......... 7-9 Airbag System ................................................ 1-48 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...................... 1-54 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .......... 1-57 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? ...................... 1-54 What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? ........ 1-55 When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? .................... 1-53 Where Are the Airbags? ............................... 1-50 Antenna, Fixed Mast ....................................... 3-76 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System .......................................... 3-76 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................... 4-6 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light .............. 3-28 Appearance Care ............................................ 5-81 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels .............. 5-86 Care of Safety Belts .................................... 5-84 Chemical Paint Spotting ............................... 5-87 Appearance Care (cont.) Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .................... 5-84 Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 5-81 Finish Care ................................................. 5-85 Finish Damage ............................................ 5-87 Glass Surfaces ............................................ 5-83 Instrument Panel ......................................... 5-83 Interior Plastic Components ........................... 5-83 Leather ...................................................... 5-83 Sheet Metal Damage ................................... 5-87 Tires .......................................................... 5-86 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-87 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ................ 5-88 Vinyl .......................................................... 5-83 Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 5-84 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-84 Windshield and Wiper Blades ........................ 5-85 Ashtrays ........................................................ 3-17 Audio System(s) ............................................. 3-45 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...................... 3-75 Care of Your CD Player ............................... 3-76 Care of Your CDs ........................................ 3-76 Fixed Mast Antenna ..................................... 3-76 Radio with CD ............................ 3-46, 3-51, 3-60 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ....................... 3-46 Audio System(s) (cont.) Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ....................... 3-45 Theft-Deterrent Feature ................................ 3-74 Understanding Radio Reception ..................... 3-75 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ............ 3-76 Automatic Door Locks ....................................... 2-8 Automatic Transaxle Fluid .......................................................... 5-22 Operation ................................................... 2-20 Battery .......................................................... 5-39 Run-Down Protection ................................... 3-16 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ......................... 4-22 Boost Gage ................................................... 3-34 Brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................ 4-6 Emergencies ................................................ 4-8 Parking ...................................................... 2-25 System Warning Light .................................. 3-27 Brakes .......................................................... 5-36 Braking ........................................................... 4-5 Braking in Emergencies ..................................... 4-8 Break-In, New Vehicle ..................................... 2-16 Bulb Replacement ........................................... 5-47 Back-Up Lamps ........................................... 5-52 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ........ 5-49 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-47 Headlamp Aiming ........................................ 5-44 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps .................................. 5-48 Replacement Bulbs ...................................... 5-53 Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps .................. 5-50 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ........................................ 5-51 Buying New Tires ........................................... 5-64 California Fuel .................................................. 5-6 Canadian Owners ................................................ ii Capacities and Speciﬁcations ............................ 5-97 Carbon Monoxide ............. 2-9, 2-29, 4-25, 4-37, 4-38 Care of Safety Belts ................................................ 5-84 Your CD Player ........................................... 3-76 Your CDs ................................................... 3-76 Center Console Storage Area ........................... 2-33 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ........... 5-49 Chains, Tire ................................................... 5-68 Charging System Light Check .................................... 3-26 Engine Light ............................................... 3-30 Checking Things Under the Hood ...................... 5-10 Chemical Paint Spotting ................................... 5-87 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ............................... 1-35 Infants and Young Children ........................... 1-32 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) .......................... 1-41 Older Children ............................................. 1-29 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ................................... 1-43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position ................................... 1-43 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position .......................... 1-46 Top Strap ................................................... 1-39 Top Strap Anchor Location ............................ 1-40 Where to Put the Restraint ........................... 1-38 Cigarette Lighter ............................................. 3-17 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels .............. 5-86 Exterior Lamps/Lenses ................................. 5-84 Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 5-81 Cleaning (cont.) Finish Care ................................................. 5-85 Glass Surfaces ............................................ 5-83 Instrument Panel ......................................... 5-83 Interior Plastic Components ........................... 5-83 Leather ...................................................... 5-83 Tires .......................................................... 5-86 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-87 Vinyl .......................................................... 5-83 Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 5-84 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-84 Windshield and Wiper Blades ........................ 5-85 Climate Control System ................................... 3-17 Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 3-20 Clutch, Hydraulic ............................................. 5-23 Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ..................... 1-25 Compact Spare Tire ........................................ 5-80 Content Theft-Deterrent .................................... 2-13 Control of a Vehicle .......................................... 4-5 Convenience Net ............................................ 2-34 Coolant Engine Temperature Warning Light ................. 3-29 Heater, Engine ............................................ 2-19 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ............................. 5-29 Cooling System .............................................. 5-31 Cruise Control Lever ....................................... 3-10 Cupholder(s) .................................................. 3-10 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation .................................. 7-7 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ............................... 7-4 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 Assistance Program ......................... 7-6 Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-11 Daytime Running Lamps .................................. 3-14 Defensive Driving ............................................. 4-2 Delayed Locking ............................................... 2-8 Doing Your Own Service Work ........................... 5-4 Dome Lamp ................................................... 3-15 Door Automatic Door Locks .................................... 2-8 Delayed Locking ........................................... 2-8 Locks .......................................................... 2-7 Power Door Locks ......................................... 2-7 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock .............. 2-8 Rear Door Security Locks ............................... 2-8 Driver Position, Safety Belt ..................................... 1-15 Seat Height Adjuster ...................................... 1-3 Driver Information Center (DIC) ......................... 3-35 DIC Operation and Displays .......................... 3-35 DIC Vehicle Personalization .......................... 3-40 DIC Warnings and Messages ........................ 3-37 Driver’s Storage Compartment .......................... 2-33 Driving At Night ..................................................... 4-16 City ........................................................... 4-20 Defensive ..................................................... 4-2 Drunken ....................................................... 4-2 Freeway ..................................................... 4-21 Hill and Mountain Roads .............................. 4-23 In Rain and on Wet Roads ........................... 4-17 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ................. 4-30 Winter ........................................................ 4-25 E Easy Entry Seat ............................................... 1-7 Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...................................... 5-90 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ................... 5-94 Floor Console Fuse Block ............................. 5-92 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-91 Headlamp Wiring ......................................... 5-90 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...... 5-91 Windshield Wiper Fuses ............................... 5-90 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ......................................... 5-21 Battery ....................................................... 5-39 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ............ 3-30 Coolant ...................................................... 5-23 Coolant Heater ............................................ 2-19 Coolant Temperature Warning Light ................ 3-29 Engine Compartment Overview ...................... 5-12 Exhaust ..................................................... 2-29 Oil ............................................................. 5-15 Oil Life System ........................................... 5-19 Overheating ................................................ 5-29 Starting ...................................................... 2-18 Warning Light Enhanced Traction System (ETS) ........................ 4-8 ............................................. 3-28 Entry/Exit Lighting ........................................... 3-16 Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................. 7-9 Extender, Safety Belt ....................................... 1-28 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...................................... 5-21 Finish Damage ............................................... 5-87 Fixed Mast Antenna ........................................ 3-76 Flash-to-Pass ................................................... 3-8 Flat Tire ........................................................ 5-69 Flat Tire, Changing ......................................... 5-70 Flat Tire, Storing ............................................. 5-78 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ..................................... 5-22 Manual Transaxle ........................................ 5-23 Windshield Washer ...................................... 5-35 Fog Lamp Light .............................................. 3-33 Fog Lamps .................................................... 3-15 Folding Rear Seat ............................................ 1-8 Fuel ............................................................... 5-5 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 ......................................................... 3-34 Gasoline Octane ........................................... 5-5 Gasoline Speciﬁcations .................................. 5-6 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block ................... 5-94 Floor Console Fuse Block ............................. 5-92 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-91 Windshield Wiper ......................................... 5-90 Gage Boost ......................................................... 3-34 Fuel .......................................................... 3-34 Speedometer .............................................. 3-24 Tachometer ................................................. 3-24 Gasoline Octane ........................................................ 5-5 Speciﬁcations ............................................... 5-6 Glove Box ..................................................... 2-33 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program .................. 7-5 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................... 3-6 Head Restraints ............................................... 1-6 Headlamp Aiming ....................................................... 5-44 Headlamp Wiring ............................................ 5-90 Headlamps .................................................... 3-13 Bulb Replacement ....................................... 5-47 Daytime Running Lamps ............................... 3-14 Flash-to-Pass ............................................... 3-8 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-47 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps .................................. 5-48 High/Low Beam Changer ................................ 3-8 On Reminder .............................................. 3-14 Wiper Activated ........................................... 3-14 Heated Seats ................................................... 1-4 Heater ........................................................... 3-17 Height Adjuster, Driver Seat ............................... 1-3 Highbeam On Light ......................................... 3-33 Highway Hypnosis ........................................... 4-23 Hill and Mountain Roads .................................. 4-23 Hood Checking Things Under ................................ 5-10 Release ..................................................... 5-11 Horn ............................................................... 3-6 How to Use This Manual ...................................... ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................... 1-14 Hydraulic Clutch ............................................. 5-23 Ignition Positions ............................................. 2-16 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ............... 1-32 Inﬂation -- Tire Pressure .................................. 5-61 Instrument Panel Brightness .................................................. 3-15 Cluster ....................................................... 3-22 Overview ..................................................... 3-4 Jump Starting ................................................. 5-40 Keyless Entry System ....................................... 2-3 Keys ............................................................... 2-2 Labelling, Tire Sidewall .................................... 5-56 Lamps Battery Run-Down Protection ......................... 3-16 Dome ........................................................ 3-15 Fog ........................................................... 3-15 Mirror Reading ............................................ 3-16 LATCH System Child Restraints ........................................... 1-41 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ................................... 1-43 Light Airbag Readiness ........................................ 3-25 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ................... 3-28 Brake System Warning ................................. 3-27 Charging System ......................................... 3-26 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ............. 3-29 Enhanced Traction System (ETS) Warning Light .......................................... 3-28 Fog Lamp .................................................. 3-33 Highbeam On ............................................. 3-33 Malfunction Indicator .................................... 3-30 Oil Pressure ............................................... 3-32 Safety Belt Reminder ................................... 3-24 Security ..................................................... 3-33 Up-Shift ..................................................... 3-26 Lighting Entry/Exit ................................................... 3-16 Loading Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-30 Lockout Protection ............................................ 2-9 Locks Automatic Door Locks .................................... 2-8 Delayed Locking ........................................... 2-8 Door ........................................................... 2-7 Lockout Protection ......................................... 2-9 Power Door .................................................. 2-7 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock .............. 2-8 Rear Door Security Locks ............................... 2-8 Loss of Control ............................................... 4-14 Lumbar Manual Controls ............................................ 1-3 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ........................... 6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ........................................... 6-8 At Least Once a Month .................................. 6-9 At Least Once a Year .................................... 6-9 Introduction .................................................. 6-2 Maintenance Footnotes .................................. 6-7 Maintenance Record .................................... 6-15 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) 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 .......................................................... 6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... 6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ................................ 3-30 Manual Lumbar Controls .................................... 1-3 Manual Seats ................................................... 1-2 Manual Transaxle Fluid .......................................................... 5-23 Operation ................................................... 2-23 Manual Windows ............................................ 2-11 Message DIC Warnings and Messages ........................ 3-37 Mirror Reading Lamps ..................................... 3-16 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview ........................ 2-31 Manual Rearview Mirror ................................ 2-31 Outside Convex Mirror ................................. 2-32 Outside Manual Mirror .................................. 2-31 Outside Power Mirrors .................................. 2-31 Outside Remote Control Mirror ...................... 2-31 MyGMLink.com ................................................ 7-3 N New Vehicle Break-In ...................................... 2-16 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ............ 6-14 Park (P) Shifting Into ................................................ 2-26 Shifting Out of ............................................ 2-28 Odometer ...................................................... 3-24 Off-Road Recovery .......................................... 4-12 Oil Engine ....................................................... 5-15 Pressure Light ............................................. 3-32 Oil, Engine Oil Life System .............................. 5-19 Older Children, Restraints ................................ 1-29 Online Owner Center ........................................ 7-3 OnStar® System ............................................. 2-32 Other Warning Devices ...................................... 3-6 Outlet Adjustment ............................................ 3-20 Outside Convex Mirror ............................................. 2-32 Manual Mirror ............................................. 2-31 Power Mirrors ............................................. 2-31 Remote Control Mirror .................................. 2-31 Owner Checks and Services .............................. 6-8 Owners, Canadian ............................................... ii Parking Brake ........................................................ 2-25 Over Things That Burn ................................. 2-29 Parking Your Vehicle ....................................... 2-28 Passing ......................................................... 4-13 Passlock® ...................................................... 2-15 Power Accessory Outlets ........................................ 3-16 Door Locks .................................................. 2-7 Electrical System ......................................... 5-91 Retained Accessory (RAP) ............................ 2-18 Windows .................................................... 2-12 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ................................ 1-28 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock ................. 2-8 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......... 1-14 R Radios .......................................................... 3-45 Care of Your CD Player ............................... 3-76 Care of Your CDs ........................................ 3-76 Radio with CD ............................ 3-46, 3-51, 3-60 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ....................... 3-46 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ....................... 3-45 Theft-Deterrent ............................................ 3-74 Understanding Reception .............................. 3-75 Rear Door Security Locks .................................. 2-8 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...................... 1-25 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts .................. 1-22 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming .................. 2-31 Rearview Mirrors ............................................. 2-31 Reclining Seatbacks .......................................... 1-4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ................. 6-12 Recreational Vehicle Towing ............................. 4-35 Remote Keyless Entry System ............................ 2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation ............ 2-4 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire .................................................. 5-75 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ................... 5-71 Replacement Bulbs ......................................... 5-53

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