2006 Chevrolet Malibu Owners Manual

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

If the wiper blades are frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor. A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. If the motor gets stuck, turn the wipers off, clear away the snow or ice, and then turn the wipers back on. As an added safety feature, if the wipers are on for more than 15 seconds, the vehicle’s headlamps will turn on automatically. They will turn off 15 seconds after the wipers are turned off.

Windshield Washer To wash your windshield, push in the button at the end of the stalk until the washers begin.

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In freezing weather, do not 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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If your vehicle has a rear window wiper, the switch is located on the center console. See Instrument Panel Overview on page 3-4.

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.

Press the top of the switch to put the wiper in continuous operation mode. Press the bottom of the switch to put the wiper system in delay mode. Press the center of the switch to wash and wipe the rear window. Washer fluid will spray up the glass as long as the switch is pushed. When the switch is released, the wipers will continue to cycle about three times. To turn either of the wiper settings off, press the opposite side of the switch. Pressing the button all the way down to either side turns on a wiper setting. There is one shared washer fluid reservoir for the front and rear windshield wipers. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-38.

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Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not 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 excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads.

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Setting Cruise Control

4–Spoke Steering Wheel

Cruise Controls

3–Spoke Steering Wheel

Cruise Controls

The cruise control buttons are located on left side of the steering wheel. T(On): This position activates the system but does not set the speed. RES+ (Resume/Accelerate): Press this button to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed. SET– (Set): Press this button to set the speed or to accelerate from a set speed.

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[ (Cancel): Press this button to cancel cruise control. Cruise control will not work if your parking brake is set, or if the master cylinder brake fluid level is low. The light on the instrument panel cluster will come on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed.

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If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.

1. Press the button with the cruise control icon on it. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Press the SET– button located on the steering

wheel and release it.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator.

Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you are driving about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, press the RES+ button on your steering wheel. The vehicle will go back to your chosen speed and stay there. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control 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. The vehicle will now cruise at the higher speed. Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control To reduce your speed while using cruise control: (cid:127) Press the cancel button on the steering wheel until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, press the cancel 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. 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 do not use cruise control on steep hills. Ending Cruise Control To end cruise control, step lightly on the brake pedal or press the cancel button. 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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(cid:127) AUTO (Automatic Headlamp System): This position automatically turns on the Daytime Running Lamps during daytime, and the headlamps, parking lamps, and taillamps at night. P(Off/On): This position is the momentary Off/On switch for the Automatic Headlamp System. In Canada, this only works when the vehicle is in PARK (P). When operating in AUTO, a momentary turn of the switch to off/on will turn off the Automatic Headlamp System. Turn the switch to off/on again will turn the Automatic Headlamp System back on. The Automatic Headlamp System is always turned on at the beginning of an ignition cycle.

Exterior Lamps

The lever on the left side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp switch has the following four positions: 2(Headlamps): This position turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, and taillamps. ;(Parking Lamps): This position turns on the parking lamps and taillamps only.

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The following charts show the condition of the vehicle’s exterior lamps when the transaxle is not in PARK (P) and the switch is moved to each position:

United States Exterior Lamp Positions for Daytime

Lamps

Headlamp

Parking Lamp

Taillamp

Lamps

Headlamp

Parking Lamp

Taillamp

Lamps

Headlamp

Parking Lamp

Taillamp

OFF

OFF

OFF

AUTO

DRL Mode

OFF

OFF

OFF

ON

ON

United States Exterior Lamp Positions for Nighttime

OFF

OFF

OFF

AUTO

ON

ON

ON

OFF

ON

ON

Canadian Exterior Lamp Positions for Daytime

DRL Mode

OFF

OFF

AUTO

DRL Mode

OFF

OFF

DRL Mode

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

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Canadian Exterior Lamp Positions for Nighttime

Lamps

Headlamp

Parking Lamp

Taillamp

ON

ON

ON

AUTO

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

Headlamps on Reminder If you open the driver’s door and turn off the ignition while leaving the lamps on, you will hear a warning chime.

Headlamps Off in PARK (P) This feature works when the ignition is on and it is dark outside. To turn the headlamps off when it is dark outside but keep other exterior lights on, turn the exterior lamp control to the parking lamp position. In this position, the parking lamps, sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps and instrument panel lights will be on, but the headlamps will be off. To turn on the headlamps along with the other lamps when it is dark outside, turn the exterior lamp control to the AUTO or headlamp position. This feature will not work for Canadian vehicles.

Delayed Headlamps The delayed headlamps feature will continue to illuminate the headlamps for 20 seconds after the key is turned to off at night. Then the headlamps will automatically turn off. To override the 20 second delayed headlamp feature while it is active turn the switch at the end of the turn signal/multifunction lever to the off/on position.

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) 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 lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada.

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The DRL system will turn your low-beam headlamps on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met:

The ignition is on. The exterior lamp control is turned to AUTO. In addition, Canadian vehicles DRL will also turn on if you have turned on your parking lamps. The light sensor detects daytime light. See the end of this section for more information on the light sensor. The shift lever is not in PARK (P).

While the DRL system is on, the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, and instrument panel lights will not be illuminated. The DRL system will be off any time your vehicle is in PARK (P). The DRL system on U.S. vehicles can also be turned off by using the off/on switch for one ignition cycle. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it.

Light Sensor Your vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Make sure it is not covered or the headlamps may remain on when you do not need them. The light sensor for the DRL and Automatic Headlamp features is located on top of the instrument panel. The automatic headlamp system may be on when driving through a parking garage, heavy outcast weather, or a tunnel. This is normal.

Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside, your automatic system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps, instrument panel lights, and interior switch backlighting. Make sure the light sensor is not covered. See “Light Sensor” in Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 3-16.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the automatic lamp control system so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system. The automatic lamp control system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than this delay. If you start your vehicle in a dark garage, the automatic lamp system will come on immediately. Once you leave the garage, it will take about one minute for the automatic lamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside. During that delay, your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure your instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-19. To idle your vehicle with the system off, turn the ignition on and turn the exterior light switch to the off/on position. For Canadian vehicles, the transaxle must stay in PARK (P) for this function. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamps when you need them.

Fog Lamps

If your vehicle has this feature, the button for the fog lamps is located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel.

If your vehicle has fog lamps, the ignition must be on. Push the button to turn the fog lamps on. An indicator light in the button will glow when the fog lamps are on. Push the button again to turn the fog lamps off. The fog lamps will turn off while the high-beam headlamps are turned on. Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps.

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Instrument Panel Brightness

The control for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel.

Turn the knob clockwise to brighten the lights or counterclockwise to dim them. Dome Lamp The switch on this lamp has three positions. The on position will turn on the lamp anytime. The door position will turn on the lamp whenever a door is opened. The off position will shut off the lamp completely, even while a door is opened. Your dome lamp may be equipped with two rear reading lamps. See Rear Reading Lamps on page 3-20.

Entry/Exit Lighting When you open any door, the lamps inside of your vehicle will go on. These lamps will fade out 20 seconds after the last door is closed, or when the ignition is turned on after all doors have been closed. These lamps will also go on when you press the trunk release button, the unlock button or the panic button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. The lamps inside of your vehicle will turn on for about 10 seconds after your key is removed from the ignition to provide an illuminated exit.

Parade Dimming Parade dimming is a separate lighting mode of operation that is activated if the park lamps are turned on during the day. Usually when the park lamps are turned on during the day, the display’s illumination and LEDs become lower and the backlighting is activated. To avoid this condition, backlighting is turned off, and the displays and LEDs are set to a high predetermined intensity when daylight conditions are detected to enhance the display’s visibility during daytime.

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Front Reading Lamps Push the lens to turn the reading lamps on and off. The reading lamps will turn on when the door is open if the dome lamp is in the door position. The reading lamps will also turn on with the dome lamp switch in the on position. The lamps will not turn on if the door is open and the dome lamp is in the off position.

Rear Reading Lamps The vehicle’s dome lamp may have two reading lamps. The reading lamps turn on and off by pushing on the lens.

Trunk Lamp The trunk lamp comes on when you open your trunk.

Cargo Lamp If your vehicle is the MAXX model, it has a cargo lamp. The cargo lamp comes on when the liftgate is opened. If you want to leave the liftgate open you can turn off the cargo lamp by pushing on the lens.

Battery Run-Down Protection Your vehicle has a battery run-down protection feature designed to protect your vehicle’s battery. When any interior lamp (trunk, reading, or visor vanity) is left on while the ignition is turned off, the battery run-down protection system will automatically shut the lamp(s) off after 20 minutes. This will avoid draining the battery. To reactivate the interior lamps, do one of the following:

Turn on the ignition. Turn the exterior lamp control off and then on.

(cid:127) Open a door. (cid:127) Press any remote keyless entry transmitter button

(if equipped).

(cid:127) Press the remote trunk release button. (cid:127) Press the power door lock switch. The battery run-down feature will also be activated when any door on the vehicle is left open and the ignition is in OFF.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating. Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. Notice: Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only.

Accessory Power Outlet(s) With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone. For vehicles with Traction Control system, the accessory power outlets are located on the front of the center console storage area and also inside the console storage compartment. The compartment has notches that allow power cords to be routed outside of the console while the lid is closed. On vehicles without Traction Control, both outlets are located on the front of the center console storage area. There is also an outlet in the rear cargo area of the MAXX. Notice: Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery. Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating. Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets.

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Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have a cigarette lighter. To use the lighter, located on the instrument panel below the climate controls, push it in all the way and let go. When it is ready, it will pop back out by itself. Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot. Damage from overheating may occur to the lighter or heating element, or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating. Notice: items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle. Never put flammable items in the ashtray.

If you put papers, pins, or other flammable

Climate Controls

Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the climate control system will function as part of the remote start feature. The system will return to the last settings the vehicle was at when it was turned off. See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2-6.

Operation 9(Fan): Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. The fan must be on to run the air-conditioning compressor.

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To change the air delivery settings, turn the right knob to select one of the following: H(Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. )(Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and the remaining air to the floor outlets. Some air may be directed toward the side windows. 6(Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the side window outlets. :(Outside Air): Press the right side of this button to turn the outside air mode on. When this mode is selected, air from outside the vehicle will circulate throughout your vehicle. When the button is pressed, an indicator light will come on to let you know that it is activated. The outside air mode can be used with all modes, but it cannot be used with the recirculation mode. Pressing this button will cancel the recirculation mode.

?(Recirculation): Press the left side of the button to turn the recirculation mode on. When recirculation mode is selected, the air inside the vehicle will be recirculated through the climate control system and the vehicle, not from outside your vehicle. This mode is helpful when you are trying to limit odors from entering your vehicle and for maximum air conditioning performance in hot weather. When the button is pressed, an indicator light above the button will come on to let you know that it is activated. The recirculation indicator light will blink three times if you try to use recirculation in a mode that it can not be used in. Only use this mode when it is needed for comfort, since window fogging will rapidly occur if the air conditioning compressor is not engaged.

Pressing this button will cancel the outside air mode. When you switch to the defog or defrost modes the system will automatically move from recirculation to outside air. When you move the mode knob back to another air delivery mode, the system will move back into recirculation. When the vehicle or fan is turned off and back on, the system will default to outside air automatically. Only use recirculation mode when it is needed for comfort, since window fogging may occur.

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Temperature Control: Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside your vehicle. When it’s cold outside 0°F (−18°C) or lower, use the engine coolant heater, if equipped, to provide warmer air faster to your vehicle. An engine coolant heater warms the coolant that the engine uses to provide heat to warm the inside of your vehicle. For more information, see Engine Coolant Heater on page 2-26. #(Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air conditioning system on or off. When the air conditioning button is pressed, an indicator light will come on to let you know that air conditioning is activated. On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps the system to operate more efficiently.

For quick cool down on hot days, do the following: 1. Select the vent mode. 2. Select the highest fan speed. 3. Select air conditioning. 4. Select the recirculation mode. 5. Select the coolest temperature. Using these settings together for long periods of time may cause the air inside of your vehicle to become too dry. To prevent this from happening, after the air in your vehicle has cooled, turn the recirculation mode off. The air-conditioning system removes moisture from the air, so you may sometimes notice a small amount of water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine. This is normal.

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Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to choose from to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. Turn the right knob to select the defog or defrost mode. -(Defog): This mode splits the air between the windshield and the floor outlets with a small amount directed to the side windows. When you select this mode, the system turns off recirculation automatically. The air-conditioning compressor will run unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing. The air-conditioning compressor will operate although the indicator light will not be on. The air-conditioning indicator light will turn off when defog is selected.

If the air-conditioning button is pressed while in defog mode, the indicator light will turn on. If the button is pressed again, the light will turn off. The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in the defog mode. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear. 1(Defrost): This mode directs most of the air to the windshield with some air directed to the floor vents. In this mode, the system will automatically force outside air into your vehicle. The air-conditioning compressor will run unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing. The air-conditioning compressor will operate although the indicator light will not be on. The air-conditioning indicator light will turn off when defrost is selected. If the air-conditioning button is pressed while in defrost mode, the indicator light will turn on. If the button is pressed again, the light will turn off. Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defrost mode. To help clear the windshield quickly, do the following: 1. Select the defrost mode. 2. Select the highest temperature. 3. Select the highest fan speed.

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Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window.

If your vehicle’s speed is maintained above 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window defogger will remain on once the button is pressed. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the rear defogger will automatically be turned on if it is cold outside. The indicator light will be on. When the vehicle transitions out of the remote start mode, the rear defogger will turn off. See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2-6. Notice: Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid.

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Automatic Climate Control System If your vehicle has this system, you can automatically control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle.

Automatic Operation

AUTO (Automatic): Select AUTO on both the fan speed control and the air delivery mode control knobs to activate the automatic system. When automatic operation is active the system will control the inside temperature and air delivery.

Use the steps below to place the entire system in automatic mode: 1. Place the fan knob and the mode knob to AUTO.

The display will now show the current set temperature. When auto is selected, the air conditioning operation and air inlet will be automatically controlled. The air conditioning compressor will run when the outside temperature is over about 40°F (4°C). The air inlet will normally be set to outside air. If it’s hot outside, the air inlet may automatically switch to recirculate inside air to help quickly cool down your vehicle.

2. Set the temperature.

To find your comfort setting, start with an initial temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate. Press the up or down arrow temperature buttons to adjust the temperature setting as necessary. If you choose the temperature setting of 60°F (15°C) the system will remain at the maximum cooling setting. If you choose the temperature setting of 90°F (32°C) the system will remain at the maximum heat setting. Choosing either maximum setting will not cause the vehicle to heat or cool any faster. Be careful not to cover the sensor located on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield. This sensor regulates air temperature based on sun load, and also turns on your headlamps.

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Also be careful not to cover the sensor grille on the lower right side of the climate control faceplate. This senses the inside vehicle temperature needed for proper regulation. To avoid blowing cold air at start-up in cold weather, the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available. The length of delay depends on the engine coolant temperature. Turning the fan knob will override this delay and change the fan to a selected speed.

If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the climate control display will initially show “AS” in place of the temperature to indicate the remote start has been activated. The system will automatically regulate the temperature according to the following:

If inside air temperature is below 72°F (22°C), the system will automatically adjust to the following settings: highest fan speed, defrost mode, recirculation, and the full heat position. If inside air temperature is above 79°F (26°C) the system will automatically adjust to the following settings: highest fan speed, panel mode, recirculation, and full cold position. If inside air temperature is between 72°F (22°C) and 79°F (26°C), the system will adjust automatically to the following settings: medium fan speed, panel mode, recirculation, and the full cold position.

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The climate control will change back to manual operation by turning on the vehicle with the key. See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2-6. The heater works best if you keep the windows closed while using it. Manual Operation You may manually adjust the air delivery mode or fan speed. 9(Off): Select this position on the fan knob to turn off the entire climate control system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle, and will be directed to the floor. This direction can be changed by changing the mode position. The temperature can also be adjusted using either the up or down arrow temperature buttons. 9(Fan): The knob with the fan symbol allows you to manually adjust the fan speed. H(Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. )(Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and the remaining air to the floor outlets.

(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) 6(Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the side window outlets. :(Outside Air): Press the right side of this button to turn the outside air mode on. When this mode is selected, air from outside the vehicle will circulate throughout your vehicle. When the button is pressed, an indicator light will come on to let you know that it is activated. The outside air mode can be used with all modes, except with the recirculation mode. Pressing this button will cancel the recirculation mode. ?(Recirculation): Press the left side of the button to turn the recirculation mode on. When recirculation mode is selected, the air inside the vehicle will be recirculated through the climate control system and the vehicle, not from outside your vehicle. This mode is helpful when you are trying to limit odors from entering your vehicle and for maximum air conditioning performance in hot weather. When the button is pressed, an indicator light above the button will come on to let you know that it is activated. The recirculation indicator light will blink three times if you try to use recirculation in a mode that it can not be used in. Only use this mode when it is needed for comfort, since window fogging will rapidly occur if the air conditioning compressor is not engaged.

Pressing this button cancels the auto recirculation feature. Each time the vehicle is started, the system will revert to the auto recirculation function.

If you select recirculation while in defrost, defog or floor, the light on the button will flash three times and go out to let you know this is not allowed. This is to prevent window fogging.

When the weather is cool or damp, operating the system in recirculation for extended periods of time may cause fogging of the vehicle’s windows. To clear the fog, select either defog or defrost. Make sure the air conditioning is on. You will want to allow the air conditioning to run automatically to help dehumidify the air. xw (Temperature Control): Press the up and down arrows to increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle. #(Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air conditioning compressor on and off. A light above the button will illuminate when the air conditioning is on. When air conditioning is selected or in AUTO mode, the system will run the air conditioning automatically to cool and dehumidify the air entering the vehicle. On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best.

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On cool, but sunny days while using manual operation of the automatic system, use bi-level to deliver warm air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets. To warm or cool the air delivered, press the temperature buttons to the desired setting. In AUTO mode the system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle. Also while in AUTO mode, the system will maximize its performance by using recirculation as necessary. On cold days when using manual operation of the automatic system, choose floor mode to deliver air to the floor outlets. To warm or cool the air delivered, push the temperature buttons to the desired setting. If you want to use the automatic mode, turn the knob to AUTO and adjust the temperature by pressing the temperature buttons. Defogging and Defrosting You can use either defog or front defrost to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture. Use the front defrost button to defrost the front windshield. -(Defog): Use this setting to clear the windows of fog or moisture. Turn the mode knob to this position to select this setting. This setting will deliver air to the floor and windshield outlets.

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0(Defrost): Turn the mode knob to this position to defrost the windshield. The system will automatically control the fan speed if you select defrost from AUTO mode. If the outside temperature is 40°F (4°C) or warmer, your air conditioning compressor will automatically run to help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield. The air conditioning indicator light will blink three times if you try to turn off the compressor while in this mode. Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. <(Rear): Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light above the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated. If driving below 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window defogger will turn off about 15 minutes after the button is pressed. If you need additional warming time, press the button again. If your vehicle’s speed is maintained above 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window defogger will remain on once the button is pressed. If your vehicle has heated mirrors this button will also activate that feature.

If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the rear defogger and heated mirrors will automatically be turned on if it is cold outside. The indicator light will not be on. When the vehicle transitions out of remote start mode the rear defogger and heated mirrors will turn off. Notice: Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass. These actions may damage the rear defogger. Repairs would not be covered by your warranty.

Outlet Adjustment Use the thumbwheels on the air outlets, located on the center and on the sides of the instrument panel, to change the horizontal direction of the airflow. Use the tabs on the outlet vanes to change the vertical direction of the airflow. Use the tabs on the outlet vanes to shut off airflow to the outlets. The two upper outlets in the center of the instrument panel are dedicated to the rear seats. These outlets are fixed to aim airflow into the rear seats to help cool the rear occupants in hot weather. Airflow can be shut off at the upper outlets by turning the vertical thumbwheel. The louvers are fixed, do not attempt to move them or they may break.

Operation Tips (cid:127) Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air

inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle.

(cid:127) Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may

adversely affect performance of the system.

(cid:127) Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively.

(cid:127) When an objectionable odor outside the vehicle is encountered, use the recirculation mode, with the temperature knob at a comfortable setting to prevent the odor from entering the vehicle through the ventilation system. This can be helpful when driving through a long tunnel with poor ventilation. However, extended usage of this mode in cold or cool weather can cause window fogging.

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Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they are working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens.

Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there is a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly — and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They are a big help.

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Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically. Your vehicle has this instrument panel cluster, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.

United States Base version shown, Canada and SS Model Similar

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Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer. The digital odometer will read 999,999 if someone tries to turn it back. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then it must be. But if it can’t, then it’s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver’s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed.

Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven since you last reset it. The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-47 for more information.

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Tachometer

The tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).

Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled.

The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will flash for several more.

This light will come on when you start your vehicle, and it will flash for a few seconds. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready.

If the vehicle is equipped with the passenger sensing system, the chime and light will be repeated if the driver remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on.

Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 1-55.

If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your airbag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away.

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If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle.

The airbag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.

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Charging System Light

The charging system light will come on for a few seconds when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working.

Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away.

If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving and you hear a chime, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. It could indicate that you have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.

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Canada

This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem.

The Driver Information Center (DIC) may display a BRAKE FLUID message. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-50 for more information. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. Try turning off and restarting the vehicle one or two times, if the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-39.

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Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.

Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light

If your vehicle has the anti-lock brake system, the light will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal.

If the light stays on, turn the ignition to off. If the light comes on and the chime sounds when you are driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, you still have brakes, but you do not have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, you do not have anti-lock brakes and there is a problem with your regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-36 earlier in this section. The anti-lock brake system warning light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON. This is normal. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.

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Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light

Traction Control System Active Light

If your vehicle has the Traction Control System (TCS), this light may come on for the following reasons:

If your vehicle has the Traction Control System (TCS), this light will come on when the system is limiting wheel spin.

Slippery road conditions may exist if the TCS active light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly. The light will stay on for a few seconds after the system stops limiting wheel spin.

If you turn the system off by pressing the TC (traction control) button located on the center console, the light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again and the warning light should go out. If there is a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control, the TCS will turn off and the warning light will come on.

If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) Enhanced Traction System Warning Light

Enhanced Traction System Active Light

If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System (ETS), this light may come on for the following reasons:

If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System (ETS), this light will come on when the system is limiting wheel spin.

If you turn the system off by pressing the TC (traction control) button located on the center console, the light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again and the warning light should go out. If there’s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control, the ETS will turn off and the warning light will come on.

If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service.

Slippery road conditions may exist if the Enhanced Traction System active light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly. The light will stay on for a few seconds after the system stops limiting wheel spin.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage

This light indicates that the engine coolant has overheated or the radiator cooling fan is not working.

This light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working. If the light comes on and the vehicle has been operating under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Cooling System on page 5-32 for more information.

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Canada

This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, the light comes on and you hear a chime, your engine is too hot! It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions and the gage reads hot, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 5-29.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light

Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems.

This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The check engine light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. Notice: light on, after awhile, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good, and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty.

If you keep driving your vehicle with this

Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle’s emission controls and may cause this light to come on. Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications on page 5-3. This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light does not come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways:

Light Flashing — A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Diagnosis and service may be required. Light On Steady — An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Diagnosis and service may be required.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) If the Light is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: (cid:127) Reducing vehicle speed (cid:127) Avoiding hard accelerations (cid:127) Avoiding steep uphill grades

If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps, and see your dealer for service as soon as possible.

If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See Filling the Tank on page 5-8. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off.

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(cid:127) Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on. If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, your dealer can check the vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed.

Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on or not working properly. Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection. This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving. This may take several days of routine driving. If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness, your GM dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection.

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Oil Pressure Light

If you have low engine oil pressure, this light will stay on after you start your engine, or come on and you will hear a chime when you are driving.

This indicates that your engine is not receiving enough oil. The engine could be low on oil, or could have some other oil problem. Have it fixed immediately. This light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working. If it does not come on with the ignition on, you may have a problem with the bulb. Have it fixed right away.

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Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.

Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil.

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Security Light

Highbeam On Light

For information regarding this light, see Theft-Deterrent Systems on page 2-18.

This light will come on when the high-beam headlamps are in use.

Cruise Control Light

See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8.

This light comes on whenever you set your cruise control.

The light will go out when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control on page 3-11 for more information.

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Here are four things that some owners ask about. These are normal and do not indicate a problem with your fuel gage: (cid:127) At the service station, the gas pump shuts off

before the gage reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill the tank. The indicator moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up. The gage goes back to empty when you turn off the ignition.

Fuel Gage

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Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left, when the ignition is on. When the indicator nears empty, the amber light located left of the pump symbol will come on and you will hear a chime. You still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon. The arrow on the fuel gage points to side of the vehicle with the fuel door.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) provides the following: (cid:127) A way to personalize your vehicle

Trip information

(cid:127) Warning messages

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The buttons used to activate the DIC are located on the left side of the vehicle’s audio system. INFO/4 (Information): Press this button to scroll through the vehicle information mode displays. MENU: Press this button to enter and scroll through the menu mode. ENTER/r (Enter): Press this button to select a menu option or to acknowledge a warning message. The DIC messages will be read through your audio system display.

DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is ON. If your vehicle has the uplevel audio system, the time and outside temperature will be shown on the first line of the display and the DIC information will be shown on the second line of the display. The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons. The button functions are detailed in the following section.

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(cid:127) Information Mode

INFO/4 (Information): Press this button to scroll through the vehicle information mode displays in the following order:

TRIP A TRIP B FUEL RANGE (Fuel Range Until Empty)

(cid:127) ECON (Average Fuel Economy) (cid:127) AV SPEED (Average Vehicle Speed) (cid:127) OIL LIFE (Engine Oil Life System)

TRIP A or TRIP B: Press the information button until TRIP A or TRIP B is displayed. This shows the current distance traveled since the last reset for each trip odometer in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km). Both odometers can be used at the same time. Each trip odometer can be reset to zero separately by pressing and holding the enter button for a few seconds while the desired trip odometer is displayed.

FUEL RANGE: Press the information button until FUEL RANGE is displayed. This shows the remaining distance you can drive without refueling. It is based on fuel economy and the fuel remaining in the tank.

The fuel economy data used to determine fuel range is an average of recent driving conditions. As your driving conditions change, this data is gradually updated. Fuel range cannot be reset.

ECON (Economy): Press the information button until ECON is displayed. Average fuel economy is how many miles per gallon (mpg) or liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions.

Press and hold the enter button while ECON is displayed to reset the average fuel economy. Average fuel economy will then be calculated starting from that point. If the average fuel economy is not reset, it will be continually updated each time you drive.

AV (Average) SPEED: Press the information button until AV SPEED is displayed. This shows the vehicle’s average speed in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h).

Press and hold the enter button while AV SPEED is displayed to reset the average vehicle speed.

OIL LIFE: Press the information button until OIL LIFE is displayed. The engine oil life system shows an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. It will show 100% when the system is reset after an oil change. It will alert you to change your oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Always reset the engine oil life system after an oil change. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-20.

In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 and Engine Oil on page 5-17. Personalization

MENU: Press this button while the vehicle is in ON to scroll through each of the personalization options in the following order. If the vehicle is moving faster than 2 mph (3 km/h), the personalization menu options are not available, except for the UNITS option. All of the personalization options may not be available on your vehicle. Only the options available will be displayed on your DIC. (cid:127) Units Selection (English/Metric) (cid:127) Oil Life Reset (cid:127) Remote Start Capability (cid:127) Horn Chirp During Remote Keyless Entry Locking (cid:127) Horn Chirp During Remote Keyless Entry Unlocking (cid:127) Exterior Light Flash During Remote Keyless

Entry Locking or Unlocking

(cid:127) Delayed Locking

(cid:127) Automatic Vehicle Unlocking: Specific Doors (cid:127) Automatic Vehicle Unlocking: When Key is Off or

When Shift To Park

(cid:127) Exterior Perimeter Lighting During Remote Keyless

Entry Unlock

(cid:127) Select Language: (English, French, Spanish or

German)

When the desired option is reached, press the enter button to toggle between the modes of that option. To make a selection, press the MENU button again. If no selection is made within 10 seconds, the display will revert back to the previous information displayed. The MENU mode is exited when the information button is pressed, a 10 second time period has elapsed, the ignition is turned to OFF, or the end of the MENU list is reached. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-52 for more information on the personalization options. Enter ENTER/r (Enter): Press this button to reset certain functions and to turn off or acknowledge messages on the DIC display. This button also toggles through the options available in each personalization menu.

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DIC Warnings and Messages These messages will appear if there is a problem detected in one of your vehicle’s systems. Any message will clear when the vehicle’s condition is no longer present. To acknowledge a message and clear it from the display, press any of the three DIC buttons. The warning message will come back on the next time the vehicle is turned off and back on if the condition is still present. With most messages, a warning chime will sound when the message is displayed. Your vehicle may have other warning messages.

AUTO (Automatic) LIGHTS OFF: This message will display if the automatic headlamp system is disabled with the headlamp switch.

AUTO (Automatic) LIGHTS ON: This message will display if the automatic headlamp system is enabled with the headlamp switch.

BRAKE FLUID: This message will display to inform the driver that the brake fluid level is low while the ignition is in ON. Have the brake system serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible.

CHANGE OIL SOON: This message will display when the life of the engine oil has expired and it should be changed.

When you acknowledge the CHANGE OIL SOON message by clearing it from the display, you still must reset the engine oil life system separately. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-20, Engine Oil on page 5-17, and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information.

CHECK GAS CAP: This message will display if the gas cap has not been fully tightened. You should recheck your gas cap to make sure that it is on properly. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the message off.

DOOR AJAR: This message will display if one or more of the vehicle’s doors are not closed properly. When this message displays, you should make sure that the door is closed completely.

ENGINE DISABLED: This message will display if the starting of the engine is disabled. Have your vehicle serviced immediately by your GM dealer.

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ENG (Engine) PWR (Power) REDUCED: This message will display to inform you that the vehicle has reduced engine power to avoid damaging the engine.

GATE AJAR: If your vehicle has a liftgate, this message will display when the liftgate of your vehicle is not closed completely. You should make sure that the liftgate is closed completely. See Liftgate (MAXX) on page 2-16 for more information.

ICE POSSIBLE: This message will display when the outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions.

KEY FOB BATT (Battery) LOW: This message will display if the remote keyless entry transmitter battery is low. You should replace the battery in the transmitter. See “Battery Replacement” under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2-6.

LOW COOLANT: This message will display when there is a low level of engine coolant. Have the cooling system serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible.

LOW FUEL: This message will display when your vehicle is low on fuel. You should refill the fuel tank as soon as possible. You will also see a low fuel warning light on the instrument panel cluster. See Fuel on page 5-5 and Filling the Tank on page 5-8.

LOW WASHER FLUID: This message will display when your vehicle is low on windshield washer fluid. You should refill the windshield washer fluid reservoir as soon as possible. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-38.

POWER STEERING: This message will display if a problem has been detected with the electric power steering, if equipped. Have your vehicle serviced immediately by your GM dealer.

PUSH PARK PEDAL: This message is displayed if the parking brake is left engaged. See Parking Brake on page 2-33 for more information.

SERVICE AIR BAG: There is a problem with the airbag system when this message appears. Have your vehicle serviced immediately by your GM dealer.

TRUNK AJAR: If your vehicle has a trunk, this message will display when the trunk lid of your vehicle is not closed completely. You should make sure that the trunk lid is closed completely. See Trunk (Sedan) on page 2-15 for more information.

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DIC Vehicle Personalization The following personalization options may appear on your vehicle’s audio display by pressing the MENU button: UNITS: When UNITS appears on the display, press the enter button to move between METRIC or ENGLISH. When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. The initial setting from the factory is English for the United States and metric for Canada.

If you choose English, all information will be displayed in English units. For example, distance in miles (mi) and fuel economy in miles per gallon (mpg) is displayed.

If you choose metric, all information will be displayed in metric units. For example, distance in kilometers (km) and fuel economy in liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) is displayed.

The unit measurement will also change the trip odometer, temperature, and average fuel economy displays. OIL LIFE RESET: When this option is displayed, you can reset the engine oil life system. To reset the system, see Engine Oil Life System on page 5-20. REMOTE START: If your vehicle has this feature, the remote start option can be enabled or disabled.

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When REMOTE START appears on the display, press the enter button to move between OFF and ON. When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. The initial setting from the factory is ON. LOCK HORN: If your vehicle has remote keyless entry, this option which allows the vehicle’s horn to chirp every time the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, can be enabled or disabled. When LOCK HORN appears on the display, press the enter button to move between ON and OFF. When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. The initial setting from the factory is OFF. UNLOCK HORN: If your vehicle has remote keyless entry, this option which allows the vehicle’s horn to chirp every time the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, can be enabled or disabled. When UNLOCK HORN appears on the display, press the enter button to move between ON and OFF. When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. The initial setting from the factory is OFF. LIGHT FLASH: If your vehicle has remote keyless entry, this option which allows the vehicle’s exterior perimeter lighting to flash every time the lock or unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, can be enabled or disabled.

When LIGHT FLASH appears on the display, press the enter button to move between OFF and ON. When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. The initial setting from the factory is ON. DELAY LOCK: The delayed locking option, which delays the actual locking of the vehicle, can be enabled or disabled. When DELAY LOCK appears on the display, press the enter button to move between OFF and ON. When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. The initial setting from the factory is ON. AUTO UNLK (Unlock): The automatic door unlocking option, which allows the vehicle to automatically unlock certain doors can be enabled or disabled. When AUTO UNLK appears on the display, press the enter button to move between ALL, DRIVER, or NONE. When you have made your choice, press and the MENU button to record your selection. The initial setting from the factory is ALL. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-13 for more information. UNLK (Unlock): This screen displays only if DRIVER or ALL is selected for the AUTO UNLK option. This option determines when the automatic door unlocking will occur, when either the key is turned to OFF or the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P). When UNLK appears on the display, press the enter button to move between KEY OFF and SHIFT TO P (Park).

When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. The initial setting from the factory is SHIFT TO P (Park). See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-13 for more information.

EXT (Exterior) LIGHTS: If your vehicle has remote keyless entry, this option, which allows the vehicle’s exterior perimeter lighting to turn on each time the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, can be enabled or disabled. When EXT LIGHTS appears on the display, press the enter button to move between ON and OFF. When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. The initial setting from the factory is ON.

LANGUAGE: To select your choice of language, press the enter button to move between the optional languages.

The languages are ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH, and GERMAN.

Choosing a language will display all of the information on the DIC in the desired language.

When you have made your choice, press the MENU button for at least one second to record your selection. The initial setting from the factory is ENGLISH.

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Audio System(s) Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features. Driving without distraction is a necessity for a safer driving experience. See Defensive Driving on page 4-2. By taking a few moments to read this manual and get familiar with your vehicle’s audio system, you can use it with less effort, as well as take advantage of its features. While your vehicle is parked, set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the tone and adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls (if equipped).

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{CAUTION:

This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings. Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or others can be injured or killed. Always keep your eyes on the road and your mind on the drive — avoid engaging in extended searching while driving.

Keeping your mind on the drive is important for safe driving. For more information, see Defensive Driving on page 4-2. Here are some ways in which you can help avoid distraction while driving. While your vehicle is parked:

Familiarize yourself with all of its controls. Familiarize yourself with its operation.

(cid:127) Set up your audio system by presetting your favorite

radio stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite radio stations using the presets and steering wheel controls (if equipped).

(cid:127) (cid:127) Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player, CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer. Also, check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units. If sound equipment can be added, it is very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio, or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added. Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-24 for more information.

Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) To set the hour, press the clock button. The clock symbol will appear on the display and the hour number will flash. Then turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease. To set the minutes, press the clock button again. The minute numbers will flash. Then turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease. The time can be set with the ignition on or off.

Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) To set the hour, press the clock button. The clock symbol will appear on the display and the hour number will flash. Then turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease. To set the minutes, press the clock button again. The minute numbers will flash. Then turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease. The time can be set with the ignition on or off. To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System (RDS) information, press and hold the clock button to enter the clock set mode, then press and hold the clock button for three seconds until UPDATED appears on the display. If the time is not available from the station, NO UPDATE will appear on the display. RDS time is broadcast once a minute. After tuning to an RDS broadcast station, it may take a few minutes for the time to update.

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Radio with CD (Base Level)

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Playing the Radio

O(Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. u(Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume.

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DISP (Display): Press this knob to switch the display between the time and the temperature or the radio station frequency and the temperature. When the ignition is off, press this knob to display the time.

To change the default on the display, press the DISP knob until you see the display you want, then hold the knob for two seconds. The radio will produce a beep and the selected display will now be the default.

Finding a Station

AM/FM/CD: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, and CD. The display will show the selection.

ADJ (Adjust): Turn this knob to select radio stations. SEEK w / SEEK x: Press the SEEK up button or the SEEK down button to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there.

To scan stations, press and hold either SEEK button for two seconds until you hear a beep. The radio will go to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press either SEEK button again to stop scanning.

To scan preset stations, press and hold either SEEK button for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps. The radio will go to the first preset station stored on the pushbuttons, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station. Press either SEEK button again to stop scanning presets.

The radio will only seek and scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band. Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM/FM/CD to select FM1, FM2, or AM. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered

pushbuttons until you hear a beep. Whenever that numbered pushbutton is pressed, the station that was set will return.

5. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)

TONE /P/Q (Bass/Treble): To adjust the bass or the treble, press and release the tone button until BASS or TREB appears on the display. Turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease. If a station is weak or noisy, decrease the treble.

To adjust bass or treble to the middle position, select BASS or TREB. Then press and hold the tone button for more than two seconds. You will hear a beep and the level will be adjusted to the middle position.

To adjust the tone controls to the middle position, first end out of tone by pressing another button, causing the radio to perform that function, or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to the default display. Then press and hold the tone button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. ALL CENTERED will appear on the display.

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Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)

Radio Messages

BAL/FADE /S (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press and release the balance and fade button until BAL appears on the display. Turn the ADJ knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers.

To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers, press and release the balance and fade button until FADE appears on the display. Then turn the ADJ knob to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers.

To adjust the balance or the fade to the middle position, select BAL or FADE. Then press and hold the balance and fade button for more than two seconds. You will hear a beep and the level will be adjusted to the middle position.

To adjust the speaker controls to the middle position, first end out of balance and fade by pressing another button, causing the radio to perform that function, or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to the default display. Then press and hold the balance and fade button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. ALL CENTERED will appear on the display.

CALIBRATE: The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CALIBRATE appears on the display it means that the radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to your GM dealer for service.

LOCKED: This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK® system has locked up. Take the vehicle to your GM dealer for service. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your GM dealer.

Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD with the ignition off, first press the eject button or the DISP knob. As each new track starts to play, the track number will appear on the display. If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player, it will stay in the player. When the ignition or radio is turned on, the CD will start playing, where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source.

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The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner. If playing a CD-R, the sound quality may be reduced due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the CD-R has been handled. There may be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the surface of the CD is damaged, such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the CD will not play properly. If the surface of the CD is soiled, see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 3-107 for more information. If there is no apparent damage, try a known good CD. Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in the CD player. If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed, try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen instead. Notice: than one CD into the slot at a time, or attempt to play scratched or damaged CDs, you could damage the CD player. When using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD at a time, and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids, and debris.

If you add any label to a CD, insert more

If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” later in this section. 1 s(Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. Release this pushbutton to play the passage. The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display. 2 \(Fast Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. Release this pushbutton to play the passage. The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display.

3 RPT (Repeat): Press this pushbutton once to hear a track over again. REPEAT ON and RPT will appear on the display. The current track will continue to repeat. Press RPT again to turn off repeat play. REPEAT OFF will appear on the display and RPT will disappear from the display.

4 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. T#, RANDOM, and RDM will appear on the display. Press RDM again to turn off random play. RANDOM OFF will appear on the display and RDM will disappear from the display.

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SEEK w: Press this button to go to the next track. The track number will appear on the display. If this button is pressed more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the CD. If this button is held for more than two seconds, the CD will enter CD scan mode and the CD will play the first 10 seconds of each track. Press this button again to stop scanning. SEEK x: Press this button to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. The track number will appear on the display. If this button is pressed more than once, the player will continue moving backward through the CD. If this button is held for more than two seconds, the CD will enter CD scan mode and the CD will play the first 10 seconds of each track. Press this button again to stop scanning. DISP (Display): Press this knob to see the current track number, time, and temperature or the track number, the elapsed time of the track, and the temperature. To change the default on the display, press this knob until you see the display you want, then hold the knob for two seconds. You will hear a beep and the selected display will now be the default. AM/FM/CD: Press this button when listening to the radio to play a CD.

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EJECT / Z (Eject): Press this button to eject a CD. Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. CDs may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this button is pressed first. CD Messages If the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons:

It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play.

(cid:127) You are driving on a very rough road. When the

road becomes smoother, the CD should play. The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. There may have been a problem while burning the CD. The label may be caught in the CD player.

If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your GM dealer. If the radio displays an error message, write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem.

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Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.

With RDS, the radio can do the following: (cid:127) Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type

of programming

(cid:127) Receive announcements concerning local and

national emergencies

(cid:127) Display messages from radio stations (cid:127) Seek to stations with traffic announcements This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. While the radio is tuned to an RDS station, the station name or call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency. RDS stations may also provide the time of day, a program type (PTY) for current programming, and the name of the program being broadcast.

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XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada (if available). XM™ offers over 100 coast-to-coast channels including music, news, sports, talk, and children’s programming. XM™ provides digital quality audio and text information that includes song title and artist name. A service fee is required in order to receive the XM™ service. For more information, contact XM™ at www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). Playing the Radio

O(Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. u(Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume.

DISP (Display): Press this knob to switch the display between the time and the temperature or the radio station frequency and the temperature. When the ignition is off, press this knob to display the time.

For RDS, press this knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS. The display options are station name, RDS station frequency, PTY, and the name of the program (if available).

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For XM™ (if equipped), press this knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related