2003 Chevrolet Impala Owners Manual

point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the trunk assist handle could damage it. Pull down on the handle to lower the trunk lid. Then close the trunk with your other hand. If the trunk is not properly closed, the TRUNK OPEN message will appear in the message center of your instrument panel cluster. See Trunk Ajar Warning Message on page 3-44 for more information.

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Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: The emergency trunk release handle is not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the emergency trunk release handle could damage it.

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There is a glow-in-the-dark trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside.

Windows

Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.

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Power Windows

Express-Down Window The driver’s window switch has an express-down feature. This switch is labeled AUTO. Tap the rear of the switch, and the driver’s window will open a small amount. If the rear of the switch is fully pressed, the window will go all the way down. To stop the window while it is lowering, press the front of the switch. To raise the window, press and hold the front of the switch.

Switches located on the driver’s door armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is in ON, ACC, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” under Ignition Positions on page 2- 18. In addition, each passenger’s door has a window switch that controls that door’s window. To operate each window, press the switch forward to close the window and rearward to open it.

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Window Lock Out The driver’s window controls also include a lock out switch. Press the WINDOW LOCK switch to the right to stop front and rear passengers from using their window switches. The driver can still control all the windows with the lock on. Press the left side of the WINDOW LOCK button to return to normal window operation.

Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also move them from side to side. The visors also have extenders that you can pull out for added coverage. Visor Vanity Mirrors Open the cover on the top of the sun visor to expose the vanity mirror. If your vehicle has the lighted vanity mirrors, the lamps come on when you open the cover.

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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 the optional content theft-deterrent alarm system. With this system, a light on the radio will flash. This light reminds you to activate the theft-deterrent system. Here’s how to do it:

1. Open the door. 2. Lock the door with the power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter. The light on the radio should come on and stay on. If you are using the remote keyless entry transmitter, the door does not need to be open.

3. Close all doors. The light on the radio will slowly

flash once the system is armed.

Once armed, the alarm will go off if someone tries to enter the vehicle (without using the remote keyless entry transmitter or a key) or turns the ignition on with an incorrect key. The horn will sound and the headlamps and back-up lamps will flash for approximately two minutes. 2-1 6

When the alarm is armed, the trunk may be opened with the remote keyless entry transmitter. If you use the key to open the trunk, the alarm will sound. The power door lock switches are also disabled. You must use your remote keyless entry transmitter or your key to unlock the doors when the system is armed. Arming with the Power Lock Switch Your alarm system will arm when you use either power lock switch to lock the doors while any door or the trunk is open and the key is removed from the ignition. The light on the radio flashes quickly to let you know when the system is ready to arm with the power door lock switches. The light on the radio will stop flashing and stay on when you press the bottom of the power lock switch, to let you know the system is arming. After all doors and the trunk are closed and locked, the light on the radio will flash slowly to let you know the system is armed. Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Your alarm system will arm when you use your remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors, if the key is not in the ignition. The light on the radio will turn on to let you know the system is arming. After all doors and the trunk are closed and locked, the light on the radio will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed.

Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Your alarm system will disarm when you use your remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock the doors. The light on the radio will go off to let you know the system is no longer armed. The first time a remote UNLOCK command is received, three flashes will be seen and three horn chirps heard to indicate an alarm condition has occurred since last arming. Disarming with Your Key Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key to unlock the doors. The light on the radio will go off to let you know the system is no longer armed.

Passlock@ Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock@ theft-deterrent system. Passlock@ is a passive theft-deterrent system. Passlock@’ enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key. If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, fuel is disabled and the engine will not start. During normal operation, the SECURITY message will be displayed after the key is turned to the ON ignition position. See Security Message on page 3-45. If the engine stalls and the SECURITY message flashes, wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine. If the engine is running and the SECURITY message comes on, you will be able to restart the engine if you turn the engine off. However, your Passlock@ system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock@ ai inis time. *You may ais0 want IO cneck rne iuse, see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-93. See your dealer for service. In an emergency, contact Chevrolet Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on n9fYp 7-5 fnr mnre infnrmatinn. r-3-

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Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

New Vehicle Break-In

Notice: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:

Don’t drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t 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. Don’t tow a trailer during break-in. See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index for more information.

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Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition, you can turn the switch to four positions.

The ignition switch is located on the instrument panel, to the right of the steering column.

OFF: This is the only position from which you can remove the key. Removing the key locks your ignition and automatic transaxle. Notice: If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service.

ACC (Accessory): This can operate your electrical accessories. With the key in this position, the ignition and automatic transaxle will unlock.

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ON: This is the position to which the switch returns after you start the engine and release the switch. The switch stays in ON when the engine is running. But even when the engine is not running, you can use ON to operate your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster messages and warning lights. START: This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving. When the engine is not running, ACC and ON allow you to operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio. A warning chime will sound if you open the driver’s door while the ignition is in OFF or ACC and the key is in the iunition.

Retained Accessory Power (RAP) With Retained Accessory Power (RAP), your power windows, audio system and sunroof (option) will continue to work for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF and none of the doors is opened. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position - that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notices Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you couid damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.

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Starting Your 3400 V6 Engine 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine warms up.

Notice: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter. 2. If the engine doesn’t start in 10 seconds, push the

accelerator pedal about one-quarter of the way down while you turn the key to START. Do this until the engine starts. As soon as it does, let go of the key.

3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then

stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for a maximum of 15 seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. If the engine still won’t start or starts briefly but then stops again, repeat Step 1 or 2, depending on temperature. When the engine starts, release the key and the accelerator pedal.

Notice: Your 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. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly.

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Starting Your 3800 Series II V6 Engine 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn

your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.

Notice: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter. 2. If it doesn’t start within 10 seconds, hold your key in

START for about 10 seconds at a time until your engine starts. Wait about 15 seconds between each try.

3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then

stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing. This time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds to clear the extra gasoline from the engine. After waiting about 15 seconds, repeat the normal starting procedure.

Notice: Your 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 deaier. if you don’t, your engine might not perform properly.

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To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The

cord is attached to the underside of the diagonal brace, which is located above the engine air cleaner/filter assembly.

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It into a normal, grounded 1 10-volt AC outlet.

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 11 O-volt AC outlet. If the cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.

Engine Coolant Heater

Your vehicle may be equipped with this feature. In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (OOC), use of the coolant heater is not required.

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Automatic Transaxle Operation

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 don’t, 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 your dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.

Console Shift Lever

Your automatic transaxle may have a shift lever on the steering column or on the console between the seats.

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PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.

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. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

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 must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Release the shift lever button if you have a console shift. Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P). See Shifting Out of Park (f) on page 2-30.

There is also a display, like the graphic above, located on the instrument panel cluSter that will indicate the gear the vehicle is in. Maximum engine speed is limited on automatic transaxle vehicles when you’re in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to protect driveline components from improper operation. There are several different positions for your shift lever

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REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.

Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. 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 transaxle, see If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow on page 4-30.

NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) whefi your vehicle is beifig towed.

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Notice: Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting into a drive gear with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty.

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AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re:

This position is for

Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator pedal all the way down.

You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power. Notice: If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster, something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor. If you drive very far that way, your vehicle can be damaged. So, if this happens, have your vehicle serviced right away. Until then, you can use SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 km/h) and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@) for higher speeds.

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FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is in FIRST (I), the transaxle won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough. Notice: If your front wheels won’t turn, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transaxle. Use your brakes to hold your vehicle in position on a hill.

THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@ ). Here are some times you might choose THIRD (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@ ): 0 When driving on hilly, winding roads.

When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears. When going down a steep hill. When driving in non-highway scenarios (Le. city streets, etc.).

SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy than THIRD (3). You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. Notice: Don’t drive in SECOND (2) for more than 25 miles (40 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h), or you can damage your transaxle. Use THIRD (3) or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE @ as much as possible. Don’t shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h) or you can damage your engine.

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Parking Brake

The parking brake is located to the left of the brake pedal, near the driver’s door.

Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and parking on any hill, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-34. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving. Shifting Into Park (P)

To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal r l n 3 r r n ..&h , I P . ~ I Y &mh+ $net - - A mmnmh +hr, - - v i r ; - - U W Y V I I pedal with your left foot. When you lift your left foot, the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position. A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set, the ignition is on and the shift lever is nct I:: PARK (PI

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Ct Is dangerous to get out of your vehicle id the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move r . . r l r l - . n l . r v1.. -.. -+&-”e --..Id I-- :-:..“-A T- I VU VI W C I I V Z 1 5 C . W U I U U G IIIJUI GUS I W JUUUGBIIY. be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See “Shifting Into Park (P)” in the Index. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

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Steering Column Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and

set the parking brake.

2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this:

Pull the lever toward you.

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Move the lever up as far as it will go.

3. Turn the ignition key to OFF. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can

leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).

Console Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and

set the parking brake.

2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this:

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running

It can be dangerv& 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. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running.

If you have to leave your 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 ync!’?Ie mn?/ed the shift !ever IntC! the P.4p.K (P> pnsitlnn, 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 or if you have the console shift lever, without first pushing the button. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into PARK (Pj.

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Push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle.

3. Turn the ignition key to OFF. 4. Remove the key and take it with yoL!- If yoL! can

leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).

Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. 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 lnto Park (P) on page 2-27. 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 transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).

Shifting Out of Park (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in ON. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-23. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Release the shift lever button if you have a console shift. Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P), being sure to press the shift lever button if you have a console shift. If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this:

1. Turn the ignition key to ACC. 2. Apply and hold the brake pedal down until the end

of Step 4.

3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the engine and shift to the drive gear

you want.

5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can.

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Parking Over Things That Burn

Engine Exhaust

L..gine exhaust can kill. It conta-- ~; the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if:

Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. Repairs weren’t done correctly.

0 Your vehicle or exhaust system had been

modified improperly.

If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle:

Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and Have your vehicle fixed immediately.

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Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers: leaves: dry grass or other things

I that can burn.

Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know.

Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust.’’ Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the 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” in the Index.

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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. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P).

Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See Shifting Into Park ( f ) on page 2-27. If you are parking on a hill and if you’re pulling a trailer, also see Towing a Trailer on page 4-34.

Mirrors

Manual Rearview Mirror Adjust all the mirrors so you can see clearly when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. To reduce glare from headlamps behind you, pull the lever at the bottom of the mirror toward you (to the night position). To return the mirror back to the day position, push the lever away from you. There are two lamps located on the bottom of the mirror. Each lamp is turned on and off by pressing the button next to the lamp. Manual Rearview Mirror with Onstar@ If your vehicle has this feature, this mirror has a lever located at the bottom of the mirror between the two

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There are two map lamps located on the bottom of the mirror. Each lamp is turned on and off by pressing the button next to the lamp.

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There are also three Onstar@ buttons located at the bottom of the mirror face. See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to Onstar@. See Onstat@ System on page 2-37 for more information about the services Onstar@ provides.

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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

There are two lamps located on the bottom of the mirror. Each lamp is turned on and off by pressing the button next to the lamp. One photocell on the front of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell, facing rearward, senses headlamps behind you. To turn the automatic dimming feature off, press the button in the center of the mirror again. To keep the photocells operating well, occasionally clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner.

Your vehicle may be equipped with an automatic dimming rearview mirror. Push the button in the center of the mirror to turn this feature on. The mirror will darken gradually to reduce glare from headlamps behind you. This may take a few moments. The mirror will lighten whenever you shift to REVERSE (R).

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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Onstar@ Your vehicle may be equipped with an automatic dimming rearview mirror with the Onstar@ System. The automatic dimming feature is turned on or off by pressing the far left button, located on the lower part of the mirror, for up to three seconds. While turned on, this mirror functions exactly like the automatic dimming mirror described previously. There are two lamps located on the bottom of the mirror. Each lamp is turned on and off by pressing the button next to the lamp.

There are also three Onstar@ buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to Onstar@. See OnStap System on page 2-37 for more information about the service Onstar@ provides.

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Outside Power Mirrors

The outside power mirror controls are located near the driver’s side window, on the armrest.

Heated Outside Mirrors If your vehicle has this feature, the surface of both outside mirrors will heat when you activate the rear window defogger. Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.

Use the selector switch located above the four-way control panel to choose either the left or right outside mirror. Then press any of the four arrows located on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired direction. Adjust each mirror so you can see the side of your vehicle and the area beside and behind your vehicle.

A convex mirror can make tt gs (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.

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Onstar@ System

Onstar@ uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information and convenience services. An Onstar@ subscription plan is included in the price of your vehicle. You can upgrade or extend your Onstar@ services to meet your needs. A complete OnStap user's guide and the terms and conditions of the Onstar@ Subscription Service Agreement are lncluueu In your venicie's giove box literature. For more information, visit www.onstar.com, contact Onstar@ at 1 -888-4-ONSTAR (1 -888-466-7827), or press the blue Onstar@ button to speak to an Onstar@ 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Onstar* Services Onstar@ provides a number of service plans. Some of the services currently provided by Onstar@ are:

Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment Emergency Services Roadside Assistance Stolen Vehicle Tracking AccidentAssist Remote Door Unlock Remote Diagnostics Onstar@ MED-NET (Requires separate activation and annual fee on some plans) Online and Personal Concierge Services Route Support RideAssist Information and Convenience Services

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Onstar* Personal Calling With Onstar@ Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no contracts, no roaming charges and no access fees. To find out more about Onstar@ Personal Calling, refer to the Onstar@ user’s guide in your vehicle’s glove box, or call Onstar@ at 1 -888-4-ONSTAR (1 -888-466-7827).

Onstar* Virtual Advisor With Onstar@ Virtual Advisor you can listen to the news, entertainment and informative topics, such as traffic and weather reports. You are able to listen and reply to your e-mail through your vehicle’s speakers. A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required prior to delivery of Onstar@ services and prepaid calling minutes are also required for Onstar@ Personal Calling and Onstar@ Virtual Advisor use. Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www.onstar.com.

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HomeLink@ Transmitter

HomeLink@, a combined universal transmitter and receiver, provides a way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems and home lighting. Additional Homelink@ information can be found on the internet at www.homelink.com or by calling 1-800-355-351 5. If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink@ Transmitter, it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. GpeiZiui-1 k S U U J ~ L L cu L I (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes and modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Programming the HomeLink Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink@ Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink@ programming. It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, iite prvyrarrlrrleu ~ ~ U I ~ I I ~ L I I I K uuttul I> sikiuuki be erased for security purposes. Refer to “Erasing HomeLink@ Buttons” or, for assistance, contact HomeLink@ on the internet at: www.homelink.com or by calling 1-800-355-351 5.

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Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate operator you are programming. When programming a garage door, it is advised to park outside of the garage. It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand-held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency. Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels:

Press and hold down the two outside buttons, releasing only when the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold down the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat this step to program a second and/or third transmitter to the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink@ buttons while keeping the indicator light in view. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the desired

button on HomeLink@ and the hand-held transmitter button. Do not release the buttons until Step 4 has been completed. Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to substitute Step 3 with the procedure noted in “Gate Operator and Canadian Programming’’ later in this section.

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4. The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after HomeLink@ successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release both buttons.

5. Press and hold the newly-trained HomeLink@ button

and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink@ button is pressed and released. To program the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons, begin with Step 2 under “Programming HomeLink@.” Do not repeat Step 1 as this will erase all of the programmed channels. If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with Steps 6 through 8 following to complete the programming of a rolling-code equipped device (most commonly, a garage door opener).

6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the “Learn” or “Smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit.

7. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Smart” button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. You will have 30 seconds to start Step 8.

8. Return to the vehicle. Firmly press and hold the programmed HomeLink@ button for two seconds, then release. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence a second time, and depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling code device), repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming. HomeLink@ should now activate your rolling code equipped device.

To program the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons, begin with Step 2 of “Programming HomeLink@.” Do not repeat Step 1. Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time out” or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for HomeLink@ to pick up the signal during programming. Similarly, some U.S. gate operators are manufactured to Lllllt: vu1 I I I CIIG aa111ci I l i a 1 I I IGI. If you live in Canada, or you are having difficulty programming a gate operator by using the “Programming HomeLinke’ procedures (regardless of where you live), replace Step 3 under “Programming HomeLink@” with the following:

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Continue to press and hold the HomeLink@ button while you press and release every two seconds (cycle) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted by HomeLink@. The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly. Proceed with Step 4 under “Programming HomeLink@” to complete. Using HomeLink@ Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink@ button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing HomeLink@ Buttons To erase programming from the three buiions do the following:

1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. 2. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer than

30 seconds.

HomeLink@ is now in the train (learning) mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with Step 2 under “Programming HomeLink@.” Individual buttons can not be erased, but they can be reprogrammed. See “Reprogramming a Single ii0meiinp ~Utt0li” riext.

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Resetting Defaults To reset HomeLink@ to default settings do the following:

1. Hold down the two outside buttons for about

20 seconds until the indicator light begins to flash. 2. Continue to hold both buttons until the HomeLink@

indicator light turns off. 3. Release both buttons. For questions or comments, contact HomeLinkO at 1-800-355-3515, or on the internet at www.homelink.com.

Reprogramming a Single HomeLink@ Button To program a device to HomeLink@ using a HomeLink@ button previously trained, follow these steps:

1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink@ button.

Do not release the button.

2. The indicator light will begin to flash after

20 seconds. While still holding the HomeLink@ button, proceed with Step 2 under "Programming HomeLink@."

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Storage Areas

Glove Box Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, lift the latch. Front Storage Area If your vehicle has the split bench front seat, there is an armrest located in the center of the seat. Dual cupholders are located in front of the armrest.

Your vehicle may be equipped with a center console. It has cupholders, a cassette tape and CD storage area. To open the console’s storage area, pull up on the latch located in the front of the console lid.

Rear Storage Area If your vehicle has the split folding rear seat, there will be two cupholders in the rear seat armrest. To access them, pull down on the cloth strap located toward the top of your center back seat cushion. Convenience Net Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see it on the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind or inside the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The net isn’t tor larger, heavier loads. Store those in the trunk as far forward as you can. You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you’re not using it.

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Sunroof Your vehicle may have an express-open sunroof. It includes a sliding and tilting glass panel and a sunshade. The switch is located on the overhead console if the vehicle is equipped with a Driver Information Center (DIC). If the vehicle is not equipped with a DIC, the sunroof switch is located on the roof panel headliner.

To open the power sunroof, press the switch to the rear twice and

Open/Express: To activate the express-open feature, push the switch rearward. You can stop the sunroof before it is completely open by pushing the switch forward.

Vent: Your sunroof also has a vent feature. It can be activated from the closed sunroof position by pressing the switch once rearward. To close, push and hold the sunroof switch forward. When using this feature, the sunshade should be fully opened in the rear position. The sunshade can be opened manually by sliding it rearward, or automatically, by opening the power sunroof. You will need to close the sunshade manually by sliding it forward.

Close: To close the sunroof, push the switch forward and hold until the sunroof motor stops, or release the switch when the desired position has been reached.

DIC Version Shown

The switch works only when the ignition is in ACC, ON or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.

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Vehicle Personalization Some of the convenience features can be reset or customized to perform according to your preference. Features you can program depend upon the options that came with your vehicle. The following list shows features that can be reset or customized along with the options.

Settings (Available for All) GM Oil Life System Reset (Available for All) Low Tire Pressure Reset (If Equipped)

0 Delayed Headlamp Illumination (Available for All)

Automatic Door Lock and Unlock (Available for All) Remote Visual Verification (Available with Remote Keyless Entry) Remote Audible Verification (Available with Remote Keyless Entry) Content Theft Operation (Optional with Content

T I - - Z l P . I I IGll J y 3 l G l I I) Trunk Jamb (Optional with Content Theft System) Horn Chirp On Timer (Available with Remote Keyless Entry) Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Programming (Available with Remote Keyless Entry)

0 Return to Original Factory Settings

(Available for All) Exit Vehicle Customization Mode

Programmable Modes To reset or customize the features, you must first enter the vehicle customization main menu. To enter the main menu, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition to ACC or ON. The radio must

be off.

2. Press and hold the TUNE or DlSP button on the radio for at least five seconds until SETTINGS is displayed.

3. Press the SEEK or PSCAN up or down arrows to scroll through each available feature on your main menu.

4. Press the PREV or NEXT buttons to scroll through the lower menu. An asterisk (*) will appear next to the item that is the current setting.

!!-?fC???3?!9!? 5hQY.E !???AI ?C TLSSLS? er ?hs fC!!Cl!k?r; customize features after entering the main menu: Settings (Display Current Settings) This feature displays your vehicle personalization settings.

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OIL LIFE (GM Oil Life System Reset) This feature allows you to reset the GM Oil Life System Monitor after an oil change, see Engine Oil on page 5-75. Be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE accidentally at any time other than when the oil has been changed. It can’t be reset accurately until the next oil change. To clear the CHANGE ENGINE OIL light from the instrument panel cluster and reset the oil life monitor: 1. Scroll, using the SEEWPSCAN up or down arrows,

until OIL LIFE appears on the display.

2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the

submenu. RESET will then be displayed.

3. Press the TUNE/DISP button to reset. A chime will

be heard to verify the new setting and DONE will be displayed for one second.

The CHANGE ENGINE OIL light is now reset. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

TIRE MON (Tire Inflation Monitor Reset) This feature allows you to reset the tire pressure monitor after checking all tire pressures, see Tires on page 5-60. To clear the LOW TIRE PRESSURE light from the instrument panel cluster and reset the low tire pressure monitor do the following:

1. Scroll, using the SEEWPSCAN up or down arrows,

until TIRE MON appears on the display.

2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the

submenu. RESET will be displayed.

3. Press the TUNE/DISP button to reset. A chime will

be heard to verify the new setting and DONE will be displayed for one second.

The low tire pressure monitor is now reset. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

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LT DELAY (Delayed Headlamp Illumination) This feature allows the headlamps and parking lamps to stay on for a fixed amount of time after you exit the vehicle. Programmable Modes Mode 1 : OFF - Turns feature off. Mode 2: 30 SEC - 30 seconds. Mode 3: 60 SEC - 60 seconds. Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1.

Scroll, using the SEEWPSCAN up or down arrows, until LT DELAY appears on the display. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu. The current selection will have an asterisk (*) next to it. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the directions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Scroll, using the PREV or NEXT buttons, through the modes to change the current mode.

2.

3.

4. With your preference displayed, press the

TUNE/DISP button to select. A chime will be heard to verify the new setting. The new selection will be displayed with an asterisk (*) for one second.

The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. AUTOLOCK (Automatic Door Lock and Unlock) With the ignition in ON and the doors closed, this feature allows the vehicle doors to automatically lock and unlock when the driver shifts the transaxle into and out of PARK (P). Programmable Modes Mode 1: OFF - Turns feature off. Mode 2: LCK ONLY - Automatic door lock on/automatic door unlock off. Mode 3: DRVR UNL - Automatic door lock on/automatic door unlock on (driver’s door only). Automatic door lock on/automatic door unlock on (driver’s door only). Mode 4: ALL UNL - Automatic door lock on/automatic door unlock on.

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Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 4. The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following:

2.

3.

4.

Scroll, using the SEEWPSCAN up or down arrows. until AUTOLOCK appears on the display. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu. The current selection will have an asterisk (*) next to it. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the directions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Scroll, using the PREV or NEXT buttons, through the modes to change the current mode. With your preference displayed, press the TUNE/DISP button to select. A chime will be heard to verify the new setting. The new selection will be displayed with an asterisk (*) for one second.

The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

FOB LIGHT (Remote Visual Verification) This feature allows the exterior lights to flash when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock or unlock the vehicle. Programmable Modes Mode 1 : OFF - Turns feature off. Mode 2: ON - One flash for each remote lock/two flashes for each remote unlock. Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following:

1. Scroll, using the SEEWPSCAN up or down arrows,

until FOB LIGHT appears on the display.

2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu. The current selection will have an asterisk (*) next to it. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the directions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

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3. Scroll, using the PREV or NEXT buttons, through

the modes to change the current mode.

4. With your preference displayed, press

the

TUNE/DISP button to select. A chime will be heard to verify the new setting. A new selection will be displayed with an asterisk (*) for one second.

If your vehicle has the optional content theft-deterrent system, the first time a remote UNLOCK command is received, three flashes will be seen and three horn chirps heard to indicate an alarm condition has occurred since last arming. See Theft-Deterrent Systems on page 2- 16. The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. FOB HORN (Remote Audible Verification) This feature allows the horn to chirp when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock or unlock the vehicle.

Programmable Modes Mode 1: OFF - Turns feature off. Mode 2: PARTIAL - One chirp for each remote LOCK command/no chirp for remote UNLOCK command. Mode 3: FULL - One chirp for each remote LOCK command/two chirps for the first remote UNLOCK command. Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 1. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following:

1. Scroll, using the SEEWPSCAN up or down arrows,

until FOB HORN appears on the display.

2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu. The current selection will have an asterisk (*) next to it. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the directions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

3. Scroll, using the PREV or NEXT buttons, through

the modes to change the current mode.

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4. With your preference displayed, press the TUNE/

DlSP button to select. A chime will be heard to verify the new setting. The new selection will be displayed with an asterisk (*) for one second. If your vehicle has the optional content theft-deterrent system, the first time the remote UNLOCK command is received three flashes will be seen and three chirps will be heard to indicate an alarm condition has occurred since last arming. See Theft-Deferrent Systems on page 2- 16. The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. ALARM (Content Theft Operation) This feature allows the content theft-deterrent system to be turned on or off. Programmable Modes Mode 1 : ALRM OFF - Turns feature off. Mode 2: ALRM ON - Turns feature on.

Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following:

1. Scroll, using the SEEWPSCAN up or down arrows,

until ALARM appears on the display.

2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu. The current selection will have an asterisk (*) next to it. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the directions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

3. Scroll, using the PREV or NEXT buttons, through

the modes to change the current mode.

4. With your preference displayed, press the

TUNE/DISP button to select. A chime will be heard to verify the new setting. The new selection will be displayed with an asterisk (*) for one second. The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

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TRNKJAMB (Trunk Jamb) This feature allows the content theft system trunk lock sensor to be disabled or enabled. Programmable Modes Mode 1: TRNK OFF - Turns feature off. Mode 2: TRNK ON - Turns feature on. Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1. Scroll, using the SEEK /PSCAN up or down arrows,

until TRNKJAMB appears on the display.

2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu. The current selection will have an asterisk (*) next to it. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming moue by ioiiowing ine airecrions iarer in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

3. Scroll, using the PREV or NEXT buttons, through

the modes to change the current mode.

4. With your preference displayed, press the

TUNE/DISP button to select. A chime will be heard to verify the new setting. The new selection will be displayed with an asterisk (*) for one second.

The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. CHIRP (Horn Chirp Timer) This feature allows you to choose between short or long horn chirp sounds when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used. Programmable Modes Mode 1: SHORT - Short Chirp Mode 2: LONG - Long Chirp Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 1. The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following:

1. Scroll, using the SEEWPSCAN up or down arrows,

until CHIRP appears on the display.

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2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu. The current selection will have an asterisk (*) next to it. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the directions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

3. Scroll, using the PREV or NEXT buttons, through

the modes to change the current mode.

4. With your preference displayed, press the

TUNE/DISP button to select. A chime will be heard to verify the new setting. The new selection will be displayed with an asterisk (*) for one second.

The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

ORIG. SET (Return to the Original Settings) This feature allows you to return all feature customization settings back to their original factory settings. To reset do the following: 1. Scroll, using the SEEWPSCAN up or down arrows,

until ORIG. SET appears on the display.

2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the

submenu. SET ALL will appear.

3. With your preference displayed, press the

TUNE/DISP button to select. A chime will be heard to verify the new setting. The new selection will be displayed with an asterisk (*) for one second. The original factory settings are now reset. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

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FOB PROG (Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Programming) This feature allows you to match the remote keyless entry transmitter to your vehicle. To match the transmitter do the following: 1. Scroll, using the SEEWPSCAN up or down arrows,

until FOB PROG appears on the display.

2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the

submenu. BEGIN will be displayed.

3. Press the TUNE/DISP button to start programming. When the message PUSH FOB flashes, press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the first transmitter at the same time for 15 seconds. A chime will be heard to verify the transmitter is learned.

4. Repeat Step 3 for each additional transmitter. The transmitter is programmed now. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. EXIT (Exit Feature Customization Mode) This feature allows you to exit the vehicle customization programming. To exit do the following:

Scroll until EXIT appears on the display. Press the TUNE/DISP button to exit programming. A chime will be heard to verify the exit.

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Section 3

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

-3-4 .............................. Hazard Warning Flashers ................................ 3.6 Other Warning Devices ................................... 3.6 Horn ............................................................ -3-7 Tilt Wheel ..................................................... 3-7 Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever ......................... 3-7 Exterior Lamps ............................................. 3-14 Interior Lamps .............................................. 3-17 Accessory Power Outlets ........................ 3-19 Auxiliary Power Connection

Climate

(Power Drop)

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........ 3-20 ........ 3-2 1 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ..... ........ 3-22 Controls Dual Climate Control System .......................... 3-22 Outlet Adjustment ......................................... 3-25 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ................... 3-26 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ............. 3-27 Instrument Panel Cluster ................................ 3-28 - - - Speeaomeier Quometer ana

3- du Tachometer ................................................. 3-31 Safety Belt Reminder Light ............................. 3-31 Air Bag Readiness Light ................................ 3-32 Brake System Warning Light .......................... 3-33

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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ............. 3.34 Traction Control System (TCS)

Warning Light ........................................... 3.34

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ................. -3-35 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............................. 3.36 Cruise Control Light ...................................... 3.38 Fuel Gage ..................................................

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Message Center ............................................. 3.40 ...... 3.40 Service Traction System Warning Message Traction Active Message ................................ 3.40 Battery Warning Message .............................. 3.41 Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Message ..... 3.41 Low Oil Pressure Message ............................ 3-42 Low Engine Oil Level Message ....................... 3-42 Change Engine Oil Message ......................... -3-43 Low Tire Message ........................................ 3.43 Door Ajar Warning Message ........................... 3-44 Trunk Ajar Warning Message ......................... 3.44 Cno, l v i t t r hAnPPqPln % A E U -Tu Low Washer Fluid Warning Message ............... 3-45 V U V U l 8 L J Low Fuel Warning Message ........................... 3-46 Low Brake Fluid Warning Message ................. 3-46 Service Vehicle Soon Message ....................... Highbeam Out Warning Message

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Section 3

Instrument Panel

Driver Information Center (DIC) ....................... 3-48 Trip Computer ................................................ 3.51 Audio System(s) ............................................. 3.52 Setting the Time ........................................... 3.52 Radio with Cassette ...................................... 3.53 Radio with CD .............................................. 3.63 Radio with Cassette and CD .......................... 3.73 Theft-Deterrent Feature

(RDS Radios) ........................................... 3-86

Audio Steering Wheel Controls ............. Understanding Radio Reception ............ Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ... Care of Your CDs ........................... Care of Your CD Player ...................... Backglass Antenna ... XMTM Satellite Radio Antenna System DAB Radio Antenna System ................. Vehicle Customization Settings ............. Chime Level Adjustment ......................

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...... 3.86 ...... 3.87 ...... 3.88 ...... 3.89 ...... 3.89 ...... 3.89 ...... 3.90 ...... 3.90 ...... 3.90 ..... -3-90

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The main components of your instrument panel are listed here:

A. instrument Panel Fuse Block B. Traction Control On/Off Button (If Equipped) C. Multifunction Lever D. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (Option) E. Hazard Warning Flasher Button F. Audio System G. Air Vent L1. Exterior Lamps Control

I. Remote Trunk Release Button J. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever K. Hood Release L. Steering Wheel Cruise Control (If Equipped) M. Ignition Switch N. Center Console Shift Lever (If Equipped) 0. Climate Controls P. Glove Box

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Hazard Warning Flashers

The hazard warning flasher button is located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel cluster.

The hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn't in. 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. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won't work. Other Warning Devices

If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.

Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.

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Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on your steering wheel pad to sound the horn. Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise the steering wheel to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter. The lever to adjust it is located on the left side of the steering column.

To adjust the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel into place.

Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever

The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following:

Turn Signal and Lane-Change Indicator Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Flash-to-Pass Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control

For more information on the exterior lamps, see Exterior Lamps on page 3-74 later in this section.

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I An arrow on

the instrument

Turn Signal On Chime If you leave either one of your turn signals on and drive more than 3/4 mile (1.2 km), a chime will sound to alert you. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer To change your headlamps from low beams to high beams, or high to low, pull the multifunction lever all the way toward you. Then release it.

When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on.

This light works only when the ignition key is in the ON position, and your fog lamps (if equipped) will not be illuminated when your high beams are on.

Turn and Lane-Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.

panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.

To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. If the arrow flashes faster than normal as you signal a turn or a lane change, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and then check the fuse, see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-93. 3-8

Flash-to-Pass With the turn signal lever in the low-beam position, pull the lever toward you momentarily to switch to high-beams (to signal that you are going to pass). If you have the headlamps on, they will return to low-beams when you release the lever. This feature operates even when the headlamps are oft. Windshield Wipers The windshield wipers will operate with the ignition in ACC or ON. WIPER: To operate the windshield wipers, turn the band labeled WIPER, iocated on the multifunction h e r , upward or downward.

OFF: To stop the wipers turn the band to OFF. The five marks between OFF and LO are delay settings. For a longer delay between wiping cycles, turn the band downward. For a shorter delay between wiping cycles turn the band upward.

LO (Low Speed): Turn the band up to LO for a steady wiping at a low speed. HI (High Speed): Turn the band up to HI for a steady wiping at a high speed. MIST: Turn the band downward to MIST for a single wiping cycle. Hold the band at this setting until the windshield wipers start, then release it. The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe. If additional cycles are needed, hold the band on MIST longer. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. Hold the band at this setting until the windshield wipers start, then release it. The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe. If additional cycles are needed, hold the band on MlST ionger. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. If your blades become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 5-59 for more information.

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LOW

WASHER

FLUID

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When you are low on washer fluid, the LOW WASHER FLUID message will be illuminated in the message center for 60 seconds. After 60 seconds, it will go out. When the ignition is turned off, this message will appear again for three seconds to remind you that the fluid level is low. Until the fluid tank is refilled, every time you start your vehicle, the LOW WASHER FLUID message will be illuminated in the message center for 60 seconds and then go out. Be sure to refill the tank right away.

Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever, there’s a paddle with the word PUSH on it. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will run for several sweeps and then either stop or return to your preset speed. The ignition key must be in ACC or ON for this to work. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-43.

In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.

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Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off.

If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system (option) begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. See Traction Control System (TCS) (3800 V6 Engine) on page 4-9. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise control back on. Setting Cruise Control

Cruise control can be dangerous 1 ere you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinninu, and you could lose control. Don’t use cruise control on slippery roads.

If y - - .-ave y - -.I c- -..se co .._. .ol -. . wl.-. . , - -. ’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.

2. Get up to the speed you want.

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3. Press the SET button on the steering wheel and release it.

Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator. The CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster will come on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed.

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Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed:

Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press the SET button on the steering wheel, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed. Press the ACCEL (Accelerate) button on the steering wheel. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the button. (To increase your speed in very small amounts, press the ACCEL button briefly and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/hj fasterj.

The accelerate feature will only work after you set the cruise control speed by pressing the SET button on the steering wheel.

Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control:

Press the COAST button on the steering wheel until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it.

0 To slow down in very small amounts, press the

COAST button on the steering wheel briefly. Each time you do this, you’ll go about 1 mph (1 -6 km/h) slower.

Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise speed you set earlier.

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Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don’t use cruise control on steep hills. Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to cancel the cruise control:

Step lightly on the brake pedal. Slide the lever on the turn signal lever to the left to the OFF position. Press the COAST and ACCEL buttons at the same time.

Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased.

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Exterior Lamps

The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel.

It controls the following systems:

Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps

0 License Plate Lamps

Instrument Panel Lights

The exterior lamps control has three positions: OFF: Pushing the control all the way in turns off the exterior lamps. Parking Lamps: Pulling the control out halfway will turn on the parking lamps together with the following:

Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights

Headlamps: Pulling the control all the way out turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights. See lnterior Lamps on page 3- I7 for information on the instrument pane! brightness control and on the dome lamps. A warning chime will sound if you open the driver’s door when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on. Daytime Running LampdAutomatic Headlamp System Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running !an?ps are required on a!! vehic!es first sold in Canada.

A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be sure it isn’t covered. The DRL system’s automatic headlamp control will make your high-beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met: 0 The ignition is on,

the exterior lamps control is off and the gearshift is not in PARK (P).

When the DRL are on, only your high-beam headlamps, at a reduced level of brightness, will be on. The headlamps, taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. Your instrument panel and cluster won’t be lit up either. When it’s dark enough outside, your high-beam headlamps will turn off and the headlamps and parking lamps will turn on. The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on. When it’s bright enough outside, your headlamps will go off and y J r DRL will come on. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it.

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Delayed Headlamps The delayed headlamps feature provides a period of exterior lighting as you leave the area around your vehicle. The feature is activated when the headlamps are on due to the automatic headlamps control feature described previously in this section, and when the ignition is turned off. Your headlamps will then remain on until the exterior lamps control is moved from OFF to the parking lamps position or until either a 30 second or 60 second lighting period has ended. If you turn off the ignition with the headlamps switch in the parking lamps or headlamps position, the delayed headlamps cycle will not occur. To disable the delayed headlamps feature or change the time of delay, see Vehicle Custornization Settings on page 3-90.

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If your vehicle is equipped with fog lamps, the button is located on the instrument panel next to the exterior lamps control wheel to the left of the steering column.

Your ignition must be in ON for the fog lamps to illuminate. To turn the fog lamps on, press the FOG button. A light will come on in the button to let you know that the fog lamps are on. Press the FOG button again to turn the fog lamps off. Your parking lamps must be on or your fog lamps won’t come on. The fog lamps will go off whenever you change to high-beam headlamps. When you return to low beams, the fog lamps will come on again.

Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the instrument panel lights. The control for this feature is located on the exterior lamps control. Your parking lamps must be on for this feature to work. Turn the control clockwise to brighten the lights or counterclockwise to dim them. Courtesy Lamps When any door is opened, several lamps come on. These lamps are courtesy lamps. They make it easy for you to enter and leave your vehicle. You can also turn these lamps on by turning the exterior lamps control all the way clockwise. Some of the lamps have switches so you can turn them on, even when the doors are closed. These lamps are reading lamps. Entry Lighting Your vehicle may be equipped with courtesy lamps that will come on and stay on for a set time whenever you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped). If you open a door, the lamps will stay on while it’s open ana then turn off automaticaiiy about 25 seconds after you close it. If you press UNLOCK and don’t open a door, the lamps will turn off after about 40 seconds.

Entry lighting includes a feature called theater dimming. With theater dimming, the lamps don’t just turn off at the end of the delay time. Instead, they slowly dim after the delay time until they go out. The delay time is canceled if you turn the ignition key to ON or press the power door lock switch. The lamps will dim right away. When the ignition is on, illuminated entry is inactive, which means the courtesy lamps won’t come on unless a door is opened. Delayed Entry Lighting Delayed entry lighting illuminates the interior for a period of time after all the doors have been closed. The ignition must be off for delayed entry lighting to work. Immediately after all the doors have been closed, the delayed entry lighting feature will continue to work until one of the following occurs:

The ignition is moved to ON,

an illumination period of 25 seconds has elapsed.

If during the illumination period a door is opened, the timed illumination period will be canceled and the interior lamps will remain on because a door is open.

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Delayed Exit Lighting This feature illuminates the interior for a period of time after the key is removed from the ignition. The ignition must be off for delayed exit lighting to work. When the key is removed, interior illumination will activate and remain on until one of the following occurs:

The ignition is moved to ON, the power door locks are activated, or an illumination period of 25 seconds has elapsed.

If during the illumination period a door is opened, the timed illumination period will be canceled and the interior lamps will remain on because a door is open. Parade Dimming The instrument panel has an added feature called parade mode. This feature prohibits the dimming of your instrument panel displays during the daylight while the headlamps are on so that you’ll still be able to see the displays. Reading Lamps Your vehicle may be equipped with reading lamps that are located on the assist handles in the headliner. These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps come on when any door is opened. Press the lens to turn them on. Press it again to turn them off. 3-1 8

Dome Lamp If your vehicle has this feature, the dome lamp will come on when you open a door. You can also turn this lamp on by turning the exterior lamps control clockwise as far as it will go. Vehicles that have the optional sunroof do not have a dome lamp. Battery Rundown Protection Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave on the interior courtesy lamps, reading/map lamps, visor vanity lamps, trunk lamp or glove box lamps. If you leave any of these lamps on, they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes, if the ignition is moved to OFF. The lamps won’t come back on again until you do the following:

Turn the ignition on, or turn the exterior lamps control off, then on again.

If your vehicle has less than 15 miles (25 km) on the odometer, the battery saver will turn off the lamps after only three minutes. Battery rundown protection will also work if the headlamps are left on. After having been left on for 10 minutes, the headlamps and the parking lamps will flash three times. They will remain on for one more minute before being turned off automatically.

Accessory Power Outlets

Your vehicle has a 12-volt outlet which can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone, a compact disc player, etc.