2008 Chevrolet HHR Owners Manual

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apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. 1-72 If your vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash, you may need new LATCH system parts. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system (if equipped), was not being used at the time of the crash. If an airbag inﬂates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See the part on the airbag system earlier in this section. Have your safety belt pretensioners checked if your vehicle has been in a crash, if your airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, or while you are driving. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-31. Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash {CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible. If you have had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system (if equipped) parts? After a very minor crash, nothing may be necessary. But the belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer/retailer to have your safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced. 1-73 ✍ NOTES 1-74 Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............................................................2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ................2-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...................................................2-5 Remote Vehicle Start ......................................2-7 Doors and Locks .............................................2-9 Door Locks ....................................................2-9 Power Door Locks ..........................................2-9 Delayed Locking ...........................................2-10 Automatic Door Lock .....................................2-10 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock .............2-10 Rear Door Security Locks ..............................2-11 Lockout Protection ........................................2-12 Rear Side Cargo Door ...................................2-12 Liftgate ........................................................2-12 Windows ........................................................2-15 Power Windows ............................................2-16 Sun Visors ...................................................2-17 Theft-Deterrent Systems ..................................2-18 Content Theft-Deterrent .................................2-18 PASS-Key® III+ ............................................2-19 PASS-Key® III+ Operation ..............................2-20 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ................2-21 New Vehicle Break-In ....................................2-21 Ignition Positions ..........................................2-22 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................2-25 Starting the Engine .......................................2-25 Engine Coolant Heater ..................................2-27 Automatic Transmission Operation ...................2-28 Manual Transmission Operation ......................2-31 Parking Brake ..............................................2-33 Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) ............................2-34 Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) ............................2-36 Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) .....2-36 Parking Over Things That Burn .......................2-37 Engine Exhaust ............................................2-37 Running the Engine While Parked ...................2-38 2-1 Section 2 Features and Controls Mirrors ...........................................................2-39 Manual Rearview Mirror .................................2-39 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® and Compass ...............................2-39 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass .................................................2-41 Outside Power Mirrors ...................................2-43 Outside Convex Mirror ...................................2-43 OnStar® System .............................................2-44 Storage Areas ................................................2-47 Glove Box ...................................................2-47 Cupholder(s) ................................................2-47 Instrument Panel Storage ...............................2-47 Floor Console Storage Area ...........................2-47 Rear Storage Area ........................................2-48 Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover ..........2-48 Roof Rack System ........................................2-50 Convenience Net ..........................................2-51 Hideaway Rear Storage Bins ..........................2-51 Sunroof .........................................................2-52 2-2 Keys {CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. The key can be used for the ignition and the driver’s door lock. The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle’s steering column. If a replacement key or any additional keys are needed, you must purchase it from your dealer/retailer. 2-3 If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle, The key has a bar-coded key tag that the dealer/retailer or qualiﬁed locksmith can use to make new keys. Store this information in a safe place, not in your vehicle. Notice: you may have to damage the vehicle to get in. Be sure you have spare keys. If you are locked out of your vehicle, contact Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6 for more information. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modiﬁcations to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. At times you may notice a decrease in operating range. This is normal for any RKE system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: (cid:129) Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. (cid:129) Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again. (cid:129) Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section. If you are still having trouble, see your dealer/retailer or a qualiﬁed technician for service. 2-4 (cid:129) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The vehicle’s doors can be locked and unlocked from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 60 feet (18 m) away with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2-4. With Remote Start and Remote Rear Doors Shown, Without Similar The following functions may be available: / (Remote Vehicle Start): If your vehicle has this feature, press / to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-7 for additional information. Q (Lock): Press Q to lock all the doors. The interior lamps will turn off after all of the doors are closed. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parking lamps will ﬂash once to indicate locking has occurred. If enabled through the DIC, the horn will also chirp to indicate locking has occurred. Pressing Q may arm the content theft-deterrent system. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-18. " (Unlock): Press " to unlock the driver’s door. If " is pressed again within ﬁve seconds, all remaining doors and the liftgate will unlock. The interior lamps will come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. If enabled through the DIC, the hazard lamps will ﬂash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred and if it is dark outside, the high beams and parking lamps will turn on and stay on for 20 seconds or until a door is opened. See LIGHT FLASH and EXT (Exterior) LIGHTS under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-54 for additional information. 2-5 L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release L to activate the vehicle locate feature. The horn will chirp three times and the headlamps and parking lamps will ﬂash three times. Press and hold L for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn will chirp and the headlamps and parking lamps will ﬂash for 30 seconds. Press L again to cancel the panic alarm. Remote Rear Door Operation (Panel) *: Press and hold * for about one second to open the rear driver side door. +: Press and hold + for about one second to open the rear passenger side door. Programmable Horn Chirp Through the DIC, you may choose whether or not to have a horn chirp when you use the RKE transmitter to lock or unlock the doors. See “LOCK HORN” and “UNLOCK HORN” under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-54 for more information. Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle Each RKE transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. All transmitters need to be re-coded to match the new transmitter. The lost transmitter will no longer work after the new transmitters are re-coded. Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it. Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the KEY FOB BATT LOW message displays in the DIC. See “KEY FOB BATT LOW” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-48 for additional information. Notice: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. 2-6 Remote Vehicle Start Your vehicle may have a remote start feature. This feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle. It may also start the vehicle’s heating or air conditioning systems. See Climate Control System on page 3-23 for additional information. Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws may require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view when doing so. Check local regulations for any requirements on remote starting of vehicles. / (Remote Vehicle Start): This button will be on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start. An increased range of operation is provided with the RKE transmitter that has the remote vehicle start button. The vehicle can be started from approximately 197 feet (60 m) away. However, the operating range may be less while the engine is running and you will need to be closer to your vehicle to turn it off than you were to turn it on. Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is low on fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel. 2-7 To replace the battery in the RKE transmitter: 1. Separate the halves of the transmitter with a ﬂat, thin object inserted into the notch on the side. 2. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. 3. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery. 4. Put the transmitter back together tightly. To start the engine using the remote start feature: 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press and release the transmitter’s lock button, then immediately press and hold the remote vehicle start button for four seconds or until the vehicle’s turn signal lamps ﬂash. The vehicle’s doors will be locked. When the vehicle’s engine starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on while the engine is running. 3. If it is the ﬁrst remote start since the vehicle has been driven, repeat these steps, while the engine is still running, to extend the engine running time by 10 minutes. Remote start can be extended one time. After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insert and turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. After a remote start, the engine will automatically shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done or the vehicle’s key is inserted into the ignition switch and turned to ON/RUN. The maximum number of remote starts between ignition cycles with the key is two. If the remote start procedure is used again before the ﬁrst 10 minute time frame has ended, the ﬁrst 10 minutes will immediately expire and the second 10 minute time frame will start. After your vehicle’s engine has been started two times using the remote start button, the vehicle’s ignition switch must be turned to RUN and then back to LOCK/OFF using the key before the remote start procedure can be used again. To manually shut off the engine after a remote start: (cid:129) Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press the remote start button until the parking lamps turn off. Turn on the hazard warning ﬂashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6. Insert the vehicle’s key into the ignition switch and turn the switch to RUN and then back to LOCK/OFF. The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if: The remote start system is disabled through the DIC. The vehicle’s key is in the ignition. The vehicle’s hood is open The hazard warning ﬂashers are on. There is an emission control system malfunction. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-40. The engine coolant temperature is too high. The oil pressure is low. Two remote vehicle starts have already been provided. 2-8 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Doors and Locks Door Locks {CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. (cid:129) Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive. (cid:129) Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it. (cid:129) Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening. There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. To lock the driver’s door from the outside, turn the key clockwise. To unlock the door, turn the key counterclockwise. You can also use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock and unlock the doors. From the inside, use the manual lock knobs on each door or the power door lock switch to lock and unlock all doors. Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the driver’s and front passenger’s door next to the door handle. Driver’s side shown, Passenger’s side similar Press the top of the switch to unlock the doors. Press the bottom of the switch to lock the doors. 2-9 Delayed Locking This feature will delay the actual locking of the doors and liftgate when the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock the vehicle. If any door is open when locking the vehicle, three chimes will sound signaling that the delayed locking feature is active. Five seconds after the last door is closed, all of the doors and liftgate will lock. The turn signal lamps will ﬂash to indicate that the doors have been locked. To cancel the delay and lock the doors immediately, press the lock button a second time. If the key is in the ignition this feature will not lock the doors. If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC), you can disable this function. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-54. Automatic Door Lock If your vehicle has power door locks, the doors will automatically lock when the shift lever is moved out of PARK (P) for a vehicle with an automatic transmission. For a vehicle with a manual transmission, the speed must be greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). The automatic door locking feature cannot be disabled. Programmable Automatic Door Unlock Your vehicle will automatically unlock all doors when the shift lever is moved into PARK (P) for a vehicle with an automatic transaxle, and when the ignition is turned off for a vehicle with a manual transaxle. If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC), the doors can be programmed to automatically unlock several ways for vehicles with an automatic transaxle. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-54 for more information. 2-10 Rear Door Security Locks Vehicles with rear door security locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. To set the security locks, do the following: 1. Insert the key into the lock below the rear door security lock label and turn it to the horizontal position. On vehicles with this feature, the rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door. You must open the rear doors to access them. 2. Close the door. 3. Repeat the steps for the other rear door. To open a rear door while the security lock is on, do the following: 1. Unlock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter, the power door lock switch, or by lifting the rear door manual lock. 2. Open the door from the outside. To cancel the rear door security lock, do the following: 1. Unlock the door and open it from the outside. 2. Insert the key into the lock below the rear door security lock label and turn it to the vertical position. 3. Repeat the steps for the other lock. 2-11 Lockout Protection If you press the power door lock switch when the key is in the ignition and any door is open, all the doors will lock and the driver’s door will unlock. Be sure to remove the key from the ignition when locking your vehicle. The lockout protection can be overridden by pressing and holding the power door lock in the lock position for three seconds. Rear Side Cargo Door The rear side cargo doors can be opened by pressing the buttons located on the driver and passenger sides of the instrument panel, or by using the Remote Keyless Access (RKE) transmitter. See Instrument Panel Overview on page 3-4, and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-5 for more information. To use the buttons on the instrument panel, the driver side door must be unlocked. Push the door to close. Liftgate To lock the liftgate from the outside, press the lock button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. To unlock the liftgate with the RKE, press the unlock button twice within ﬁve seconds. For more information, see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-5. You can also use the power door lock switch to lock and unlock the liftgate. Open the liftgate by pressing the touchpad located in the handle above the license plate. Once slightly opened, the liftgate will rise by itself. Lamps in the rear of the vehicle will come on, illuminating the rear cargo area, unless the dome lamp lever is in the off position. For more information, see Dome Lamp on page 3-19. Notice: overhead obstructions such as a garage door, you could damage the liftgate or the liftgate glass. Always check to make sure the area above and behind the liftgate is clear before opening it. If you open the liftgate without checking for 2-12 {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate: (cid:129) Make sure all other windows are shut. (cid:129) Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle. See Climate Control System on page 3-23. If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-37. Manual Liftgate Release If the liftgate cannot be opened by pressing the switch on the outside handle, the battery may be run down. See Jump Starting on page 5-38. To manually open the liftgate, do the following: 1. Remove the trim plug, located on the inside of the liftgate near the center. 2-13 (cid:129) 2. Locate the release lever on the latch. Push the release lever rearward. The lever is located about three inches (7.62 cm) behind the trim in the access hole. 4. The liftgate will unlatch when the lever is pushed rearward. Push the liftgate to open. 5. Reinstall the trim plug. 3. Insert a tool into the access hole. 2-14 Windows {CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. 2-15 Power Windows {CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome from extreme heat in warm or hot weather and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children. When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows. Passenger Vehicle shown, HHR Panel similar 2-16 HHR SS shown Passenger Vehicle and HHR Panel The window switches are located on the center console. The passenger vehicle has switches for each rear window located on each rear door. To open a window, press the bottom of the switch. To close a window, press the top of the switch. The power windows operate when the ignition is RUN or ACC (Accessory), or while in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-25. HHR SS The power window controls are located on each of the side doors. The driver’s door also has switches that control the passenger and rear windows. Press the switch to lower the window. Pull up on the front edge of the switch to raise the window. The power windows work when the ignition has been turned to ACCESSORY or RUN or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-25. Express-Down Window The driver’s window switch has an express-down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch. The switch is labeled AUTO. Press the switch part way, and the driver’s window will open a small amount. Press the switch down all the way, release it, and the window will go down automatically. To stop the window while it is lowering, press and release the top of, or pull up on the switch. Window Lockout o (Window Lockout): Your vehicle has a lockout feature to prevent rear seat passengers from operating the windows. Press the lockout button, located with the power window switches, to turn the feature on and off. When the red band on the button is showing, the lockout feature is off. Sun Visors To block out glare, swing down the visor(s). The sun visors can also be detached from the center mount and swung out to cover the side windows. They can also be slid along the rod to cover different areas of the front window. Visor Vanity Mirrors Your vehicle has visor vanity mirrors. Swing down the sun visor and lift the cover to expose the mirror. 2-17 Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent alarm system. If your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), then it has content theft-deterrent. Arming the System With the ignition off, you can arm the system by: (cid:129) Pressing the RKE transmitter lock button. (cid:129) Pressing the power door lock switch while the driver’s door is open. The system will arm after either of these things occur: Thirty seconds after all the doors are closed. (cid:129) Sixty seconds with any door open. If you press the lock button on the transmitter a second time while all the doors are closed, the system will arm immediately. The system will still arm in 60 seconds if a door is open. When the open door is closed, it will also become armed. The security light will turn on to indicate that arming has been initiated. Once the system is armed, the security light will ﬂash once every three seconds. If the security light is ﬂashing twice per second, this means that a door is open. If you do not want to arm the system, you may lock the car with the manual lock knobs on the doors. Disarming the System To disarm the system: (cid:129) Press the RKE transmitter unlock button. Turn the ignition on. Once the system is disarmed, the security light will stop ﬂashing. 2-18 (cid:129) (cid:129) How the System Alarm is Activated If the system is armed, it can be activated by either: (cid:129) Opening the driver’s door or tailgate. This will cause a ten second pre-alarm chirp followed by a thirty second full alarm of horn and lights. (cid:129) Opening any other door. This will immediately cause a full alarm of horn and lights for thirty seconds. When an alarm event has ﬁnished, the system will re-arm itself automatically. How to Turn Off the System Alarm To turn off the system alarm: (cid:129) Press the lock button on the RKE transmitter. The system will then re-arm itself. (cid:129) Press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter. This will also disarm the system. Insert the key in the ignition and turn it on. This will also disarm the system. How to Detect a Tamper Condition If you hear three chirps when you press the unlock or lock buttons on the RKE transmitter, it means that the content theft security system alarm was previously activated. PASS-Key® III+ The PASS-Key® III+ system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modiﬁcations to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. PASS-Key® III+ uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle. 2-19 (cid:129) PASS-Key® III+ Operation Your vehicle has PASS-Key® III+ (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key® III+ is a passive theft-deterrent system. The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition. You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system. The security light will come on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. When the PASS-Key® III+ system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it prevents the vehicle from starting. Anyone using a trial-and-error method to start the vehicle will be discouraged because of the high number of electrical key codes. When trying to start the vehicle if the engine does not start and the security light comes on, there may be a problem with your theft-deterrent system. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse, see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-119. If the engine still does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the ﬁrst key may be faulty. See your dealer/retailer who can service the PASS-Key® III+ to have a new key made. In an emergency, contact Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6, for more information. It may be possible for the PASS-Key® III+ decoder to “learn” the transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up to 10 keys may be programmed for the vehicle. The following procedure is for programming additional keys only. If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not operate, you must see your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key® III+ to have keys made and programmed to the system. See your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key® III+ to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system. To program the new key: 1. Verify that the new key has a 1 stamped on it. 2. Insert the already programmed key in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not start, see your dealer/retailer for service. 3. After the engine has started, turn the key to LOCK/OFF, and remove the key. 2-20 4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to the ON/RUN position within ﬁve seconds of the original key being turned to the LOCK/OFF position. The security light will turn off once the key has been programmed. 5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys are to be programmed. If you are ever driving and the security light comes on and stays on, you may be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key® III+ system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer/retailer. Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key® III+ system at this time. If you lose or damage your PASS-Key® III+ key, see your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key® III+ to have a new key made. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle. Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: (cid:129) Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the ﬁrst 500 miles (805 km). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle. (cid:129) Avoid making hard stops for the ﬁrst 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. (cid:129) Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Towing a Trailer (Manual Transaxle) on page 4-34 or Towing a Trailer (Automatic Transaxle) on page 4-34 for the trailer towing capabilities of your vehicle and more information. Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased. 2-21 Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to four different positions. In order to shift out of PARK (P), ignition must be in the ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal must be applied. Notice: Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand. Make sure the key is all the way in. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. 9(LOCK/OFF): This position locks your steering column. It is a theft-deterrent feature. You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK/OFF. If the steering wheel is locked, move it from right to left and turn the key to ACC/ACCESSORY. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition switch cannot be turned to LOCK/OFF unless the shift lever is in PARK (P). If you have a manual transmission, the ignition switch can be turned to LOCK/OFF in any shift lever position. 2-22 {CAUTION: If you have a manual transmission removing the key from the ignition switch will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key to ACC/ACCESSORY. ACC (ACC/ACCESSORY): This position operates some of your electrical accessories. It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition. R(ON/RUN): This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in the ON/RUN position when the engine is running. But even when the ignition is not running, you can use ON/RUN to operate your electrical accessories and to display some warning and indicator lights. The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position with the engine off. You may not be able to start your vehicle if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period of time. /(START): This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to ON/RUN for normal driving. A warning tone will sound if you open the driver’s door while in LOCK/OFF or ACC/ACCESSORY, when the key has not been removed from the ignition. Key In the Ignition Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If you leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle, a chime will sound, when you open the driver’s door. Always remember to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. This will lock your ignition and transmission. Also, always remember to lock the doors. The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the ignition while your vehicle is parked. You may not be able to start your vehicle after it has been parked for an extended period of time. 2-23 Column Lock Release For vehicles with an automatic transmission, the following procedure allows the ignition to be turned to LOCK/OFF and ignition key removal in case of a dead battery or low voltage battery. 1. Make sure the shift lever is in PARK (P). 2. Remove the cover from the bottom of the steering column. 2-24 3. Locate the plunger. 4. Press and hold the plunger toward the driver’s door while turning the ignition key to LOCK/OFF. Remove the key. Have your vehicle serviced at your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) These vehicle accessories may be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off. (cid:129) Audio System (cid:129) Power Windows (cid:129) Sunroof The power windows and sunroof will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened. The radio will work when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. Once the key is turned from ON/RUN to OFF/LOCK, the radio will continue to work for 10 minutes or until the driver’s door is opened. Starting the Engine Place the transmission in the proper gear. Automatic Transmission Move the shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). The engine will not start in any other position -- this is a safety feature. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Do not try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. Manual Transmission The shift lever should be in neutral position and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal down to the ﬂoor and start the engine. Your vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down. That is a safety feature. 2-25 2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or −18°C), it could be ﬂooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the ﬂoor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for up to a maximum of 15 seconds. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the cranking motor to cool down. When the engine starts, let go of the key and accelerator. If the vehicle starts brieﬂy but then stops again, do the same thing. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts. Notice: The engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer/retailer. If you do not, your engine might not perform properly. Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty. Starting Procedure 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts. Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components. If the ignition key is turned to the START position, and then released when the engine begins cranking, the engine will continue cranking for a few seconds or until the vehicle starts. If the engine does not start and the key is held in START for many seconds, cranking will be stopped after 15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage. To prevent gear damage, this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already running. Engine cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition switch to ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF. Notice: Cranking the engine for long periods of time, by returning the key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to let the cranking motor cool down. 2-26 Engine Coolant Heater The engine coolant heater, if available, can help in cold weather conditions at or below 0°F (−18°C) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug in the coolant heater at least four hours before starting your vehicle. An internal thermostat in the plug-end of the cord may exist which will prevent engine coolant heater operation at temperatures above 0°F (−18°C). To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. For the 2.2L and 2.4L engine, the electrical cord is located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle near the headlamp and the radiator. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. {CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a ﬁre. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will not reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps. 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you do not, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a dealer/retailer in the area where you will be parking your vehicle. The dealer/retailer can give you the best advice for that particular area. 2-27 Automatic Transmission Operation If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever is located on the console between the seats. {CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) on page 2-34. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer (Manual Transaxle) on page 4-34 or Towing a Trailer (Automatic Transaxle) on page 4-34. There are several different positions for the automatic transmission. PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. 2-28 Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes ﬁrst and then press the shift lever button before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in RUN. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and then move the shift lever into another gear. See Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) on page 2-36. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging your transmission, see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 4-26. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine does not connect with the wheels. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. {CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous. Unless your foot is ﬁrmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed. Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting your vehicle. 2-29 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving with the automatic transmission. It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle. If you need more power for passing, and you are: (cid:129) Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. (cid:129) Going about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator all the way down. Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding, see “Skidding” under Loss of Control on page 4-16. INTERMEDIATE (I): This position is also used for normal driving. However, it reduces vehicle speed without using your brakes for slight downgrades where the vehicle would otherwise accelerate due to steepness of grade. If constant upshifting or downshifting occurs while driving up steep hills, this position can be used to prevent repetitive types of shifts. You might choose INTERMEDIATE (I) instead of DRIVE (D) when driving on hilly, winding roads and when towing a trailer, so that there is less shifting between gears. LOW (L): This position reduces vehicle speed more than INTERMEDIATE (I) without actually using your brakes. You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in LOW (L), the transmission will not shift into LOW (L) until the vehicle is going slowly enough. Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission. The repair will not be covered by your warranty. If you are stuck, do not spin the tires. When stopping on a hill, use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place. 2-30 Manual Transmission Operation This is the shift pattern. Here is how to operate the manual transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal down and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal down as you press the accelerator pedal down. You can shift into FIRST (1) when you are going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into FIRST (1), put the shift lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch pedal. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into FIRST (1). SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal down as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5): Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same way you do for SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal down. To stop, let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal down and the brake pedal, and shift to NEUTRAL. NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle your engine. 2-31 REVERSE (R): To back up, press down the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. Also, use REVERSE (R), along with the parking brake, for parking your vehicle. Shift Speeds {CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. You could injure yourself or others. Do not shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. Up-Shift Light If you have a manual transmission, you may have an up-shift light. This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy. When this light comes on, you can shift to the next higher gear if weather, road, and traffic conditions let you. For the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on. While you accelerate, it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator. Ignore the light when you downshift. 2-32 Parking Brake The parking brake lever is located between the front seats. {CAUTION: If the front passenger seat back is folded down, the armrest may make it awkward to grab and pull up the parking brake lever. If the lever is not pulled up far enough, your vehicle may roll and you or others could be injured. Move your hand lower on the lever or raise the seat back so that you can set the brake. To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-35. To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button. Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down. 2-33 If you forget to release your parking brake, a chime will sound and a warning message will be displayed when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph (8 kph). See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-48. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer (Manual Transaxle) on page 4-34 or Towing a Trailer (Automatic Transaxle) on page 4-34. To shift into PARK (P), do the following: 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-33 for more information. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) by holding in the button on the shift lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK/OFF. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P). 2-34 Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may ﬁnd it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To ﬁnd out how, see Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) on page 2-34. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission) {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch ﬁre. You or others could be injured. Do not leave your vehicle with the engine running. If you have to leave your automatic transmission vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is ﬁrmly set before you leave it. After you have moved the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without ﬁrst pulling it toward you. If you can, it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK (P). 2-35 Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system. The shift lock release is designed to: (cid:129) Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in PARK (P) with the shift lever button fully released, and (cid:129) Prevent movement of the shift lever out of PARK (P) unless the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal is applied. The shift lock release is always functional except in the case of a an uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery. If your vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See Jump Starting on page 5-38 for more information. To shift out of PARK (P): 1. Apply the brake pedal. 2. Then press the shift lever button. 3. Move the shift lever to the desired position. If you still are unable to shift out of PARK (P): 1. Fully release the shift lever button. 2. While holding down the brake pedal, press the shift lever button again. 3. Move the shift lever to the desired position. If you still cannot move the shift lever from PARK (P), consult your dealer or a professional towing service. Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) Before leaving your vehicle, fully press the clutch pedal down, move the shift lever into REVERSE (R), and ﬁrmly apply the parking brake. Once the shift lever has been placed in REVERSE (R) with the clutch pedal pressed down, you can turn the ignition key to LOCK, remove the key and release the clutch pedal. See Manual Transmission Operation on page 2-31. 2-36 Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust {CAUTION: {CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: (cid:129) The exhaust system sounds strange or different. (cid:129) Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. (cid:129) Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. (cid:129) Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. (cid:129) Repairs were not done correctly. (cid:129) Your vehicle or the exhaust system has been modiﬁed improperly. If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle: (cid:129) Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and (cid:129) Have your vehicle ﬁxed immediately. 2-37 Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. {CAUTION: {CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on page 2-37. Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the climate control fan is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust — with CO — can come in easily. NEVER park in a garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. See Winter Driving on page 4-22. It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not move. See Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) on page 2-34. If you are parking on a hill and if you are pulling a trailer, also see Towing a Trailer (Manual Transaxle) on page 4-34 or Towing a Trailer (Automatic Transaxle) on page 4-34. 2-38 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The day/night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the lamps behind you. Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use. The mirror may have lights located on the bottom of the mirror. Press the button next to each light to turn it on or off. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® and Compass Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with OnStar®, compass, and map lights. The compass automatically calibrates, or sets the driving direction, as the vehicle is driven. The automatic dimming feature enables the rearview mirror to sense nighttime glare from vehicle headlamps from behind and automatically dim to reduce the glare to a safe level. The automatic dimming feature turns on each time the vehicle is started. Press the buttons located at the bottom of the mirror to turn the map lights on or off. There are three additional buttons for the OnStar® system. See your dealer/retailer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar®. See OnStar® in the Index for more information. O (On/Off): This is the on/off button for the automatic dimming feature. Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The automatic dimming mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started. To operate the automatic dimming mirror, do the following: 1. Make sure the green indicator light, located to the left of the on/off button, is on. If it is not, press and hold the on/off button until the green light comes on. 2. Turn off the automatic dimming mirror function by pressing and holding the on/off button until the green indicator light turns off. Compass Operation Press the on/off button to turn the compass on or off. The direction the vehicle is facing appears on the mirror. 2-39 Compass Calibration If a compass direction, (N for North for example) does not appear, there may be a strong magnetic ﬁeld interfering with the compass. This can be caused by a magnetic antenna mount, note pad holder, or similar objects. If the word CAL appears in the compass window, the compass may need to be reset or calibrated. To calibrate the compass, do the following: 1. Make sure CAL is displayed on the mirror. If not, press and hold the on/off button until CAL displays. 2. While CAL is displayed, drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until a direction appears on the mirror. Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north. If the mirror is not adjusted for compass variance, the compass could give false readings. The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. The compass must be adjusted to compensate for compass variance if the vehicle is driven outside zone eight. To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 2-40 2. Press and hold the compass button until a Z and a zone number appears on the mirror. 3. Once the zone number appears on the mirror, press the compass button quickly until the correct zone number displays. If CAL appears in the compass window, the compass may need calibration. See “Compass Calibration” listed previously. Cleaning the Mirror While cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with a compass and map lights. The compass feature enables the mirror to sense nighttime glare from vehicle headlamps from behind and automatically dim to reduce the glare to a safe level. The automatic dimming feature turns on each time the vehicle is started. Press the buttons located at the bottom of the mirror to turn the map lights on or off. O (On/Off): This is the on/off button for the automatic dimming feature. Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The automatic dimming mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started. To operate the automatic dimming mirror, do the following: 1. Make sure the green indicator light, located to the left of the on/off button, is on. If it’s not, press the on/off button until the green light comes on, indicating that the mirror is in automatic dimming mode. 2. Turn off the automatic dimming mirror function by pressing the on/off button until the green indicator light turns off. Compass Operation Y: This is the on/off button for the compass feature. Press this button once to turn the compass on or off. When the ignition and the compass feature are on, the compass will show two character boxes for a few seconds. After a few seconds, the mirror will display the current compass direction. 2-41 Compass Calibration If after a few seconds the display does not show a compass direction, (N for North for example), there may be a strong magnetic ﬁeld interfering with the compass. Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount, note pad holder, or similar object. If the letter C or CAL appears in the compass window, the compass may need to be reset or calibrated. To calibrate the compass, do the following: 1. Make sure CAL is displayed in the display. If CAL is not displayed, press and hold the compass button until CAL is displayed. 2. While CAL is displayed, drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display reads a direction. Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north. If the mirror is not adjusted for compass variance, the compass could give false readings. The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if the vehicle is driven outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, such as a long distance, cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust the compass variance. 2-42 To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 2. Press and hold the compass button until a Z and a zone number appear on the display. 3. Once the zone number appears on the display, press the compass button quickly until you reach the correct zone number. If C or CAL appears in the compass window, the compass may need calibration. See “Compass Calibration” listed previously. Outside Power Mirrors To adjust the mirror, press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to move the mirror in the direction you want it to go. Adjust each outside mirror so that you can see some of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle while sitting in a comfortable driving position. These mirrors can be manually folded forward or rearward. Outside Convex Mirror The controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver’s door armrest. {CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. Press the left or right side of the selector switch located beneath the control pad, to choose the driver or passenger mirror. Keep the selector switch in the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror. The passenger side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat. It also makes things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. 2-43 For more information, visit onstar.com or onstar.ca, contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or TTY 1-877-248-2080, or press the OnStar button to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Not all OnStar features are available on all vehicles. To check if your vehicle is equipped to provide the services described below, or for a full description of OnStar services and system limitations, see the OnStar Owner’s Guide in your glove box or visit onstar.com. OnStar Services For new vehicles with OnStar, the Safe & Sound Plan, or the Directions & Connections Plan is included for one year from the date of purchase. You can extend this plan beyond the ﬁrst year, or upgrade to the Directions & Connections Plan. For more information, press the OnStar button to speak with an advisor. Some OnStar services (such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance) may not be available until you register with OnStar. OnStar® System OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information, and convenience services. If your airbags deploy, the system is designed to make an automatic call to OnStar Emergency advisors who can request emergency services be sent to your location. If you lock your keys in the vehicle, call OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR and they can send a signal to unlock your doors. If you need roadside assistance, press the OnStar button and they can contact Roadside Service for you. OnStar service is provided to you subject to the OnStar Terms and Conditions. You may cancel your OnStar service at any time by contacting OnStar. A complete OnStar Owner’s Guide and the OnStar Terms and Conditions are included in the vehicle’s OnStar Subscriber glove box literature. 2-44 Available Services with Safe & Sound Plan (cid:129) Automatic Notiﬁcation of Airbag Deployment (cid:129) Advanced Automatic Crash Notiﬁcation (AACN) (If equipped) Link to Emergency Services (cid:129) Roadside Assistance (cid:129) Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance (cid:129) AccidentAssist (cid:129) Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert (cid:129) OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics (cid:129) GM Goodwrench® On Demand Diagnostics (cid:129) OnStar Hands-Free Calling with 30 complimentary minutes (cid:129) OnStar Virtual Advisor (U.S. Only) Available Services included with Directions & Connections Plan (cid:129) All Safe and Sound Plan Services (cid:129) Driving Directions - Advisor delivered or OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation (If equipped) (cid:129) RideAssist Information and Convenience Services OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows eligible OnStar subscribers to make and receive calls using voice commands. Hands-Free Calling is fully integrated into the vehicle, and can be used with OnStar Pre-Paid Minute Packages. Hands-Free Calling may also be linked to a Verizon Wireless service plan in the U.S. or a Bell Mobility service plan in Canada, depending on eligibility. To ﬁnd out more, refer to the OnStar Owner’s Guide in the vehicle’s glove box, visit www.onstar.com or www.onstar.ca, or speak with an OnStar advisor by pressing the OnStar button or calling 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827). OnStar Virtual Advisor OnStar Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar Hands-Free Calling that uses your minutes to access location-based weather, local traffic reports, and stock quotes. By pressing the phone button and giving a few simple voice commands, you can browse through the various topics. See the OnStar Owner’s Guide for more information (Only available in the continental U.S.). 2-45 (cid:129) (cid:129) OnStar service cannot work unless your vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area. OnStar service also cannot work unless you are in a place where the wireless service provider OnStar has hired for that area has coverage, network capacity and reception when the service is needed, and technology that is compatible with the OnStar service. Not all services are available everywhere, particularly in remote or enclosed areas, or at all times. Location information about your vehicle is only available if the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and available. Your vehicle must have a working electrical system (including adequate battery power) for the OnStar equipment to operate. There are other problems OnStar cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing OnStar service to you at any particular time or place. Some examples are damage to important parts of your vehicle in an accident, hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather or wireless phone network congestion. OnStar Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar Hands-Free Calling. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-79 for more information. On some vehicles, you may have to hold the button for a few seconds and give the command “ONSTAR” to activate the OnStar Hands-Free Calling. On some vehicles, the mute button can be used to dial numbers into voicemail systems, or to dial phone extensions. See the OnStar Owner’s Guide for more information. How OnStar Service Works Your vehicle’s OnStar system has the capability of recording and transmitting vehicle information. This information is automatically sent to an OnStar Call Center at the time of an OnStar button press, Emergency button press or if your airbags or AACN system deploys. The vehicle information usually includes your GPS location and, in the event of a crash, additional information regarding the accident that your vehicle has been involved in (e.g. the direction from which your vehicle was hit). When you use the Virtual Advisor feature of OnStar Hands-Free Calling, your vehicle also sends OnStar your GPS location so that we can provide you with location-based services. 2-46 Your Responsibility Increase the radio volume if you cannot hear the OnStar advisor. If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red, this means that your system is not functioning properly and should be checked by your dealer/retailer. If the light appears clear (no light is appearing), your OnStar subscription has expired. You can always press the OnStar button to conﬁrm that your OnStar equipment is active. Storage Areas Glove Box To open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Cupholder(s) There are two cupholders located in the ﬂoor console between the front seats. There is also a cupholder for the rear seat passenger located at the rear of the ﬂoor console. If your vehicle is an SS model, the automatic transmission vehicles have a cupholder in front of the shifter. Cupholders have inserts that can be removed for cleaning. Instrument Panel Storage Your vehicle has a storage compartment on the instrument panel above the air vents. Push the button on the compartment to open the lid. Floor Console Storage Area There are two small storage compartments on the ﬂoor console, one at the front under the window switches and one next to the parking brake lever. For the SS model, automatic transmission vehicles have a storage bin on the right side of the automatic shifter. Manual transmission vehicles have storage bins in front of and behind the manual shifter. Rubber liners can be removed for cleaning. 2-47 Rear Storage Area Your vehicle may have two rear storage areas that can be used for the convenience net or other small items. Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover Your vehicle may have an adjustable panel/cargo cover feature. The panel/cargo cover can be adjusted into four positions. 2-48 To use the panel in the ﬁrst position: 1. Insert the front corners of the panel into the lower guides. 2. Slide the panel forward. 3. Press down on the back of the panel to lock it in place. The panel can be used in this position if you need additional space above the panel. Place the cargo on top of the panel in this position. {CAUTION: If you were to carry things on the adjustable panel when it is in the upper (cargo cover) or center positions, during a sudden vehicle movement or a crash, those things could be thrown around in the vehicle. You or others could be injured. When it is in the upper or center position, always secure any cargo on the ﬂoor beneath the panel/cover. To use the panel in the second position: 1. Insert the front corners of the panel into the top guides. 2. Slide the panel forward. 3. Press down on the back of the panel to lock it in place. The third position is with the front corners placed in the lower guides and the rear corners placed in the upper guides. Do not load cargo on the panel in this position. 2-49 The fourth position is with the front corners placed in the lower guides closest to the rear seat for subﬂoor access. Do not drive while the panel is in this position. The panel can be used as a cargo cover for the rear area. It has hooks underneath for shopping bags. Your vehicle may have a cargo mat that covers the panel/cargo cover. Roof Rack System Your vehicle may be equipped with a roof rack system. {CAUTION: If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier — like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth — the wind can catch it as you drive along. This can cause you to lose control. CAUTION: (Continued) 2-50 CAUTION: (Continued) What you are carrying could be violently torn off, and this could cause you or other drivers to have a collision, and of course damage your vehicle. You may be able to carry something like this inside. But, never carry something longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle. Notice: Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that weighs more than 150 lbs (68 kg) or hangs over the rear sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests on the slats as far forward as possible and against the side rails making sure to fasten it securely. Notice: Loading cargo directly on the roof of the vehicle may cause damage to the vehicle and would not be covered under warranty. Do not place cargo on the roof the vehicle. Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-27. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are driving, check frequently to ensure your cargo is securely fastened. The roof rack system has siderails that are attached to the roof. All cargo must be loaded on the luggage carrier crossrails only. Use GM accessory racks that are compatible with your roof rack system, these are available at your GM dealer. Convenience Net Your vehicle may have a convenience net. The metal rings in the cargo area can be used to attach the convenience net for several uses. The net can be used to attach items secured to the ﬂoor, to the rear liftgate or liftgate glass. The net is not for larger, heavier loads. Hideaway Rear Storage Bins Your vehicle may have two storage bins located in the rear of the vehicle. Pull up on the handles to open and lift the lid. Use the key to lock/unlock the bins. 2-51 Sunroof The vehicle may have a power sunroof. The switches that operate the sunroof are located in the headliner. There is a metal rod that hooks into place to prop open the lid. Push the rod towards the lid to unhook it and lower the lid. To open or close the sunroof, the ignition must be in RUN, in ACC, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-25. 2-52 Express Open: To express open the power sunroof, fully press the driver’s side switch rearward once. To stop the sunroof glass in a desired position other than to the express-open position, press the switch again, in either direction, to stop the movement. If the sunshade is in the closed position, it will open with the sunroof, or it can be opened manually. Vent Open: To open to the vent position from the closed position, press and hold the passenger’s side sunroof switch forward. The rear of the sunroof panel will tilt upward to the full vent position. The sunshade must be opened manually. Express Close: To express close the power sunroof, fully press the driver’s side switch forward once. To stop the sunroof glass in a desired position other than closed, press the switch again in either direction. The sunshade must be closed manually. Close: To close the power sunroof, operate the controls according to one of the following: From the open position, press and hold the driver’s side sunroof switch forward. The sunshade must be closed manually. From the vent position, press and hold the passenger’s side sunroof switch rearward. Anti-Pinch: If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof will then return to the full-open or vent position. To close the sunroof once it has re-opened, refer to the two options previously described under the “Close” feature instructions. 2-53 (cid:129) (cid:129) ✍ NOTES 2-54 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...............................3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................3-6 Other Warning Devices ...................................3-6 Horn .............................................................3-6 Tilt Wheel .....................................................3-6 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever .........................3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ........................3-8 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ..................3-8 Flash-to-Pass .................................................3-8 Windshield Wipers ..........................................3-9 Windshield Washer .......................................3-10 Rear Window Wiper/Washer ...........................3-11 Cruise Control ..............................................3-12 Headlamps ..................................................3-15 Wiper Activated Headlamps ............................3-16 Headlamps on Reminder ................................3-16 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) .......................3-16 Automatic Headlamp System ..........................3-17 Fog Lamps ..................................................3-18 Instrument Panel Brightness ...........................3-18 Dome Lamp .................................................3-19 Entry/Exit Lighting .........................................3-19 Mirror Reading Lamps ...................................3-19 Rear Reading Lamps ....................................3-19 Electric Power Management ...........................3-20 Battery Run-Down Protection ..........................3-20 Accessory Power Outlet(s) .............................3-20 Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter ......................3-22 Climate Controls ............................................3-23 Climate Control System .................................3-23 Outlet Adjustment .........................................3-26 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...................3-26 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ............3-28 Instrument Panel Cluster ................................3-29 Speedometer and Odometer ...........................3-30 Tachometer .................................................3-30 Safety Belt Reminders ...................................3-30 Airbag Readiness Light ..................................3-31 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...................3-32 Charging System Light ..................................3-34 Up-Shift Light ...............................................3-35 Brake System Warning Light ..........................3-35 Antilock Brake System Warning Light ...............3-36 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light .........3-37 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator/Warning Light ........................................................3-37 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light ......3-38 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ..................3-39 Tire Pressure Light .......................................3-39 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............................3-40 3-1 Section 3 Instrument Panel Oil Pressure Light .........................................3-43 Security Light ...............................................3-44 Fog Lamp Light ............................................3-44 Highbeam On Light .......................................3-44 Fuel Gage ...................................................3-44 Boost Gage .................................................3-45 Driver Information Center (DIC) .......................3-46 DIC Operation and Displays ...........................3-46 DIC Warnings and Messages .........................3-48 DIC Vehicle Personalization ............................3-54 Audio System(s) .............................................3-59 Setting the Clock ..........................................3-60 Radio(s) ......................................................3-62 Using an MP3 ..............................................3-72 XM Radio Messages .....................................3-77 Theft-Deterrent Feature ..................................3-78 Audio Steering Wheel Controls .......................3-79 Radio Reception ...........................................3-79 Fixed Mast Antenna ......................................3-80 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System .............3-80 3-2 ✍ NOTES 3-3 Instrument Panel Overview 3-4 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-26. B. Cruise Control Buttons (If Equipped). See Cruise Control on page 3-12. C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7. D. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-29. E. Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls. See Windshield Wipers on page 3-9 and Windshield Washer on page 3-10. F. Storage Bin. See Instrument Panel Storage on page 2-47. G. Traction Control System (TCS) Button (If Equipped). See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-6. Electronic Stability Control (ESC). See Electronic Stability Control (ESC) on page 4-10. H. Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-32. I. Rear Side Cargo Door Buttons (If Equipped). See Rear Side Cargo Door on page 2-12. J. Hood Release. See Hood Release on page 5-11. K. Driver Information Center (DIC) Steering Wheel Controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-46. L. Horn. See Horn on page 3-6. M. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped). See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-79. N. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-18. O. Audio System. See Audio System(s) on page 3-59. P. Climate Controls. See Climate Control System on page 3-23. Q. Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 3-11. R. Power Window Switches (If Equipped, Passenger and Panel only). See Power Windows on page 2-16. S. Shift Lever (Manual Shown). See Manual Transmission Operation on page 2-31 and Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-28. T. Accessory Power Outlet (If Equipped). Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-20 and Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 3-22. U. Fog Lamps Button (If Equipped). See Fog Lamps on page 3-18. V. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6. W. Glove Box. See Glove Box on page 2-47. 3-5 Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn the police and others that you have a problem. The front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. Other Warning Devices If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located towards the center of the instrument panel. Horn To sound the horn, press the horn symbols located on the steering wheel. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. Press the button again to turn the ﬂashers off. While the hazard warning ﬂashers are on, the turn signals do not work. The hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what position the key is in, and even if the key is not in the ignition switch. Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column. 3-6 To tilt the wheel, pull the lever down. Then, move the wheel to a comfortable position and raise the lever to lock the wheel in place. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: (cid:129) G Turn and Lane-Change Signals. See Turn and

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