2001 Oldsmobile Aurora Owners Manual

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Turn the headlamp control to this symbol to turn on

the following: D Headlamps D Parking Lamps D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D License Plate Lamps D Instrument Panel Lights Turning the headlamp control to AUTO will turn the headlamps, taillamps and parking lamps on and off, while the ignition is on, by sensing how dark it is outside. Turn the headlamp control back to off to turn all of the lamps off. Wiper-Activated Headlamps This feature turns on the low-beam headlamps, instrument panel cluster backlighting, and taillamps when it is bright enough outside, the headlamp control is in AUTO and after the windshield wipers have been in use for approximately six seconds.

To operate the wiper-activated headlamps the headlamp control must be in AUTO. If the wiper-activated headlamps are on and the ignition switch is turned to RUN, the wiper-activated headlamps will continue. When you turn the key to LOCK, the wiper-activated headlamps will immediately turn off. The wiper-activated headlamps will also turn off if you turn the headlamp switch to OFF or turn off the windshield wipers. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high, push the lever away from you until you hear a click. Then release it.

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

If the fog lamps are on when you turn on the high-beam headlamps, the fog lamps will turn off. The fog lamps will turn back on when you turn off the high-beam headlamps.

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Lamps On Reminder If the headlamp switch is left on, you’ll hear a warning chime when you turn the ignition off, remove the key from the ignition and open the driver’s door. Flash-to-Pass This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps are off. To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you. Your high-beam headlamps will turn on. They’ll stay on as long as you hold the lever there. Release the lever to turn them off. If your headlamps are on, and on high beam, your headlamps will switch to low beam when the lever is released. To get back to high beam, push the lever away from you.

Fog Lamps

To turn on only the front fog lamps, turn the fog lamp band to the single fog lamp symbol. To turn on both the front and rear fog lamps, turn the fog lamp band to the double fog lamp symbol.

Turning on the front fog lamps only will automatically activate the parking lamps. Turning on the front and rear fog lamps will automatically activate the parking lamps and headlamps. To turn off the fog lamps, turn the band to OFF. The front fog lamps will also turn off when you turn on your high-beam headlamps, but will turn on again when you switch to low beams.

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Windshield Wipers

The lever on the right side of your steering column operates your windshield wipers. If your windshield wipers are on for more than six seconds while you are driving, the low-beam headlamps, instrument panel cluster backlighting and the taillamps will turn on. For more information see “Wiper-Activated Headlamps” in the Index. For a single wiping cycle, move the lever down to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then release it.

The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the lever to MIST longer. For steady wiping at low speed, move the lever up to the LO position. For high-speed wiping, move the lever up further, to HI. To stop the wipers, move the lever to OFF. You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wiper cycles. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Move the lever up to the first detent, INT. Turn the band labeled INT ADJ down towards the shorter lines for fewer wiper passes per minute. As you turn the band towards the longer lines, the wiper cycles per minute will increase. Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. See “Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement” in the Index. 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.

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Rainsenset Wipers (If Equipped) The moisture sensor is mounted on the passenger’s interior side of the windshield behind the rearview mirror and is used to automatically operate the wipers by monitoring the amount of moisture that is on the windshield. The Rainsense system can be activated by moving the wiper lever to INT. Set the wiper control band to one of the five sensitivity settings within the delay area. The bottom INT ADJ position is the lowest sensitivity setting. This allows more water to collect on the windshield between wipes. You can increase the sensitivity of the system and the frequency of wipes by turning the INT ADJ band up towards the wider lines. A single wipe will occur each time you turn the wiper control band to a higher sensitivity setting. The Rainsense wipers operate in a delay mode as well as a continuous low or high speed depending on the amount of moisture on the windshield and the sensitivity setting. The MIST and “wash” cycles operate as normal and are not affected by the Rainsense function.

NOTICE:

The wipers must be turned off when going through a car wash to avoid damage.

It is important to note that the Rainsense delay wiping feature can be overridden at any time by manually changing the wiper control to LO or HI speed.

NOTICE:

Do not place stickers or other items on the exterior glass surface directly in front of the rainsensor. Doing this could cause the rainsensor to malfunction.

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Windshield Washer The lever on the right side of your steering column also controls your windshield washer. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the button on the end of the lever. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed. For more washer cycles, push and hold the button.

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 is helpful 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.

CAUTION:

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.

Ice build up can block washer nozzles. Remove ice for proper operation. If the fluid level in the windshield washer bottle is low, the message LOW WASHER FLUID will appear in the Driver Information Center. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index.

CAUTION:

D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic.

D Cruise control can be dangerous on

slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don’t use cruise control on slippery roads.

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If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. See “Traction Control System” in the Index. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise control back on.

Setting Cruise Control

CAUTION:

If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’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.

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1. Push the cruise control switch located at the end of

the lever in to ON.

2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Push the lever down to SET-CST and release it.

The CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster will come on.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

Resuming a Set Speed Setting the cruise control at a desired speed and then applying the brake will end the cruise control function. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can briefly push the cruise control lever up to RES/ACC (Resume/Accelerate) to reset. This returns you to your desired preset speed. Remember, if you hold the lever up at RES/ACC, the vehicle will accelerate until you release the lever or apply the brake. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the lever at RES/ACC.

Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are three ways to go to a higher speed: D Use the accelerator pedal to go to a higher speed.

Push the lever down, then release the lever and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.

D Move the cruise lever up to RES/ACC. Hold it there until you reach a desired speed and then release the lever.

D To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the lever up to RES/ACC briefly and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.

The accelerate feature will only work after you have set the cruise control speed by pushing the lever down to SET-CST.

Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: D Push the lever down until you reach a desired lower

speed then release it.

D To slow down in very small amounts, push the lever down 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 control 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 Without Erasing the Set Speed There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: D Step lightly on the brake pedal, or D pull the cruise lever towards you to cancel cruise. To resume the set speed see “Resuming a Set Speed” earlier in this section.

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

Exterior Lamps Headlamps See “Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever” in the Index. Daytime Running Lamps 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 lights are required on all vehicles 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 will make your high-beam headlamps come on at reduced brightness in daylight when the following conditions are met: D The ignition is on, D the headlamp switch is off, and D the transaxle is not in PARK (P). When the DRL are on, only your high-beam headlamps will be on. The parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on.

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With your headlamp control in AUTO when it is dark enough outside, your low-beam headlamps will automatically come on. The other lamps that turn on with your headlamps will also turn on. When it is bright enough outside, the regular lamps will go off, and your high-beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of DRL. To turn off all exterior lighting at night when you are parked, turn the headlamp control all the way toward OFF. The DRL will turn on automatically and the HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will be displayed on the DIC when you move the transaxle out of PARK (P). If the headlamp control is in the parking lamps position at night, only the parking lamps will be on. If the transaxle is out of PARK (P), only the parking lamps will be active and the HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will be displayed on the DIC. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it.

Automatic Headlamps The automatic headlamps will keep your headlamps on when it is dark outside and the ignition is in RUN. It’s possible that your headlamps may go out if you drive from a dark area into a bright area like a lighted parking lot. If this happens, turn on your headlamps with the regular headlamp switch.

Light Sensor Your automatic headlamps and Daytime Running Lamps work with the light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Don’t cover it up. If you do it will read “dark” and the automatic headlamp lighting will turn on. Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the manual lamp control has been left on, the exterior lamps will turn off approximately 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to LOCK and any door has been opened. This protects against draining the battery in case you have accidentally left the headlamps or parking lamps on. If you need to leave the lamps on for more than 10 minutes, use the manual control to turn the lamps back on after the ignition has been turned to LOCK and any door has been opened. To delay the lamps from turning off, see “Automatic Headlamps” in the Index.

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Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control

The instrument panel brightness control is located on the driver’s side of the instrument panel.

When it is dark outside, you can brighten or dim your instrument panel cluster lights by turning the dimmer knob. Turn the knob clockwise to brighten the instrument panel cluster lights and displays. Turn the knob counterclockwise to dim the instrument panel cluster lights and displays. If it is day and your parking lamps are on, the instrument panel cluster lights and displays will come on at full intensity and will not be adjustable.

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If it is dark enough outside and your parking lamps are on, the instrument panel cluster lights and displays and the backlighting for the door and steering column switches will come on, and can also be adjusted. Courtesy Lamps If it is dark enough outside and the front reading lamp slider control is in the AUTO position, when any door is opened all of the vehicles courtesy lamps will come on. See “Reading Lamps” in the Index. They make it easier for you to enter and leave the vehicle. The courtesy lamps will remain on for about 25 seconds after all doors have been closed. They will then theater dim to off. Move the front reading lamp slider control in the overhead console to ON to turn on the interior courtesy lamps. When the control is moved back to either OFF or AUTO, the courtesy lamps will immediately turn off. If the control is OFF when the doors are opened, only the lower instrument panel courtesy lamps will come on. Also, if the control is OFF when illuminated entry or delayed exit lighting are active, only the lower instrument panel courtesy lamps will be on. If a door is left ajar, your interior lamps will turn off after 10 minutes to save your battery.

Illuminated Entry If it is dark enough outside and you press the unlock symbol on the remote lock control transmitter while all doors are closed, the interior courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for approximately 40 seconds. When the 40 seconds is up, the lights will be turned off by the theater dimming effect. The lamps will turn off immediately by pressing the lock symbol on the remote lock control transmitter, by turning the ignition key to RUN or by activating the power door locks. Delayed Entry Lighting When you open the door to enter your vehicle, the interior lamps will come on if it is dark enough outside. When you close the door with the ignition off, the interior lamps will stay on for 25 seconds. When the 25 seconds is up the lights will be turned off by the theater dimming effect. Please note that locking the doors with the power door lock switch or with the lock symbol on the remote lock control transmitter, will override the delayed entry lighting and the lamps will turn off immediately.

Theater Dimming This feature allows for a three to five-second fade out of the overhead courtesy lamps instead of immediate turn off after you remove the key from the ignition. They will not fade if the interior lamps are manually turned on. The lower instrument panel courtesy lamps will not theater dim. Delayed Exit Lighting This feature will turn on the interior lamps for 25
seconds after you remove the key from the ignition while the doors are closed and it is night. This will give you time to find the door handle or lock switches as you exit the vehicle. When the 25 seconds is up, or if the key is reinserted into the ignition, the lights will be turned off by the theater dimming effect. The lamps will turn off immediately by pressing the lock symbol on the remote lock control transmitter, by turning the ignition key to RUN or by activating the power door locks.

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Parade Dimming To activate the instrument panel backlighting during the day, turn the headlamp switch to the parking lamp position. Dimming of the instrument panel display is not possible during daylight hours. The instrument panel display can only be adjusted when the parking lamps are on and it is dark outside. Perimeter Lighting When the unlock symbol on the remote lock control transmitter is pressed, the DRL headlamps, parking lamps and back-up lamps will turn on for approximately 25 seconds if it is dark enough outside. This feature can be programmed on or off for each transmitter. You can also program how long the exterior lamps will stay on after unlocking the vehicle. You must program this feature through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See “DIC Personalization Programming” in the Index.

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Front Reading Lamps

These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps will come on when you open a door. They will turn off when you turn on the ignition. If a door is left open, they will turn off after about 10 minutes. To turn on the reading lamps when the doors are closed, press the button under the lamp you want on. Press it again to turn the lamp off. These lamps work even when the ignition is off. To avoid draining your vehicle’s battery, be sure to turn off all front and rear reading lamps when leaving your vehicle.

Rear Reading Lamps

These lamps will come on when you open the doors. You can also turn them on by pressing the button on the side of the lamp. Press it again to turn them off. Inadvertent Power Battery Saver This feature is designed to protect your vehicle’s battery against drainage from the interior lamps, trunk lamp, glove box lamp or cigarette lighters. When the ignition is turned off, the power to these features will automatically turn off after 10 minutes.

Power will be restored for an additional 10 minutes if any door is opened, the trunk is opened or the courtesy lamp switch is turned on. To restore power back to the cigarette lighters the ignition must be turned back to RUN. Battery Load Management The battery load management feature is designed to monitor the vehicle’s electrical load and determine when the battery is in a heavy discharge condition. During times of high electrical loading, the engine may idle at a higher RPM setting than normal to make sure the battery charges. High electrical loads may occur when several of the following are on: headlamps, high beams, fog lamps, rear window defogger, high blower fan, heated seats and engine cooling fans. If your vehicle’s battery remains in a heavy discharge condition for a long period of time, the blower fan, rear defogger, heated seats and heated mirrors will be disabled and the DIC will display BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE. This can happen either under long periods of idling or low speed driving with high electrical loading, or in the event of a charging system fault.

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Mirrors Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Compass Your vehicle has an electrochromic inside rearview mirror with a compass. Your vehicle’s mirror may also contain OnStarR controls.

This is the on/off button for mirrors equipped

with OnStar controls. Pressing the MIRROR button (or the on/off button for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls) located at the bottom of the mirror, turns the automatic dimming feature on or off. The mirror also includes an eight-point compass display in the upper right corner of the mirror face. When on, the compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle is driven. When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.

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Mirror Operation To turn on the automatic dimming feature, press MIRROR (or press and hold the on/off button for about three seconds for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls). To turn off automatic dimming, press MIRROR (or press and hold the on/off button for about three seconds for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls) again. The green indicator light will be illuminated when this feature is active. The automatic dimming feature will be active each time the vehicle is started. Compass Operation Press COMPASS (or the on/off button for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls) once to turn the compass on or off. When the ignition and the compass feature are on, the compass will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds. After two seconds, the mirror will display the compass heading. Compass Calibration If after two seconds, the display does not show a compass heading (“N” for North, for example), there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass. Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount, magnetic note pad holder or a similar magnetic item. If the letter “C” should ever appear in the compass window, the compass may need calibration.

The mirror can be calibrated in one of two ways: D Drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or

less until the display reads a direction, or

D drive the vehicle on your everyday routine. Mirrors equipped with OnStar controls can be placed in calibration mode by pressing and holding the on off button until a “C” is shown in the compass display.

Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance. Compass variance is the difference between earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north. If not adjusted to account for compass variance, your compass could give false readings. To adjust for compass variance: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number

on the following zone map.

2. Press and hold COMPASS (or the on/off button for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls) until a zone number appears in the display.

3. Once the zone number appears in the display, press

the COMPASS (or the on/off button for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls) button quickly until the correct zone number appears in the display. Stop pressing the button and the mirror will return to normal operation. If “C” appears in the compass window, the compass may need calibration. See “Compass Calibration” explained previously.

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Leave the L/R switch in the center position to disable mirror movement by the four-way control pad. If your vehicle is equipped with the memory function, the mirrors and driver’s seat position, can be stored into memory. See “Memory Seat and Mirrors” in the Index. Parallel Park Assist Mirror (If Equipped) If you have the memory seat and mirrors feature, the passenger’s outside rearview mirror also includes a tilt-down feature that operates when the shift lever is in REVERSE (R). When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (R), the passenger mirror will return to its original position after a five-second delay. This delay prevents movement of the mirror if multiple gear transitions (REVERSE (R) to DRIVE (D) to REVERSE (R)) occur during a parallel parking maneuver. This feature can be programmed on or off through the DIC. See “Driver Information Center” or “Personalization Features” in the Index for programming instructions. Vehicles are delivered with this feature off.

Power Remote Control Mirror

The controls on the driver’s door operate both outside rearview mirrors. Move the L/R switch to the left (L) to select the driver’s side rearview mirror, or to the right (R) to select the passenger’s side rearview mirror. Then press the arrows on the four-way pad to adjust each mirror so that you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position.

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Convex Outside 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.

CAUTION:

A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

Heated Outside Rearview Mirror (If Equipped) When you operate the rear window defogger, the heated driver’s and passenger’s outside rearview mirrors also warm up to help clear them of ice and snow. See “Rear Window Defogger” in the Index.

Storage Compartments Glove Box Use the master key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, lift the latch release on the left side of the glove box door. The VALET key will not work in the glove box door lock. Front Storage Armrest The front armrest opens into a storage area. To open it, press the lever on the side and lift up. Inside you will find storage for cassettes, compact discs and coins. In front of the storage area is a cupholder. Press and release the cupholder cover to open. Do not try to pull it out. Press the cupholder back to its recessed position when not in use. Rear Armrest Your vehicle has a rear armrest with cupholders and a pass-through feature.

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Rear Storage Compartment (Option) Your vehicle may have a rear storage armrest with cupholders and a pass-through feature. Lift the front of the cover on the armrest to reveal the storage space. Pull down the interior door to access the trunk. Convenience Net Your vehicle has a convenience net just inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The net isn’t for larger, heavier loads. Store them 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.

Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Push and release the cover to reveal the front ashtray and cigarette lighter.

NOTICE:

Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, causing damage.

To clean an ashtray, make sure the cover is open fully, then lift out the ashtray by pulling on the snuffer. To use a lighter, push the center all the way in and let it go. When it’s ready, the center will pop back out by itself. Pull out the entire unit to use it.

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Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side, while the auxiliary visor remains to block glare from the front. To extend the visor at the sides, pull out the extension. Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors When you open the cover to the driver or passenger side visor vanity mirror, the lamps will come on.

NOTICE:

Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element.

The cigarette lighter will only operate when the ignition is in RUN and for 10 minutes after turning the ignition off. If you would like the lighter to operate regardless of the ignition position, and for unlimited periods of time, see “Engine Compartment Bussed Electrical Center” in the Index or see your dealer. Leaving an accessory on for a long period of time can drain the vehicle’s battery.

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Accessory Power Outlet The accessory power outlet (12-volt) is located on the front passenger’s side of the vehicle, near the floor on the console. The outlet can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone, CB radio, etc. Follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install. The accessory power outlet will only operate when the ignition is in RUN and for 10 minutes after turning the ignition off. If you would like the accessory power outlet to operate regardless of ignition position, and for unlimited periods of time, see “Engine Compartment Bussed Electrical Center” in the Index or see your dealer. Leaving an accessory on for a long period of time can drain the vehicle’s battery.

NOTICE:

When using the accessory power outlet, the maximum load of any electrical equipment should not exceed 15 amps.

OnStarR System (If Equipped) Onstar is a vehicle communications service. The following services are available through a subscription with OnStar and are available 24 hours a day: Emergency Services D Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment D Stolen-Vehicle Tracking D Roadside Assistance with Location D Remote Diagnostics D OnStar MED-NET D Accident Assist Convenience Services D Remote Door Unlock D Route Support D Concierge Services D Ride Assist A complete user’s guide is provided with the OnStar System. For more information contact OnStar at 1-888-ONSTAR7.

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Assist Handles A handle above each rear door and the front passenger’s door can be used to help you get in or out of your vehicle. Garment Hook For your convenience, you will find a two-hanger capacity garment hook on each rear door assist handle. Garment hooks are not designed to support clothing bars. Use assist handles for this if possible. Sunroof (Option)

If you have this feature, the switches are located between the sun visors.

There are two switches that operate the sunroof. The switches will only work when the ignition is on or when the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.

The OPEN/CLOSE switch has positions for open or close and express open. The TILT/CLOSE switch has positions for tilt or close. Press and hold the OPEN/CLOSE switch to the first position to open the glass panel and sunshade. The sunshade can also be opened by hand. To close the glass panel, press and hold the OPEN/CLOSE or TILT/CLOSE switch in the close position. As the glass panel closes, it will open slightly towards the tilt position to provide a better seal. The sunshade can only be closed by hand. Press and release the OPEN/CLOSE switch rearward to the second position to express open the glass panel. It will stop in a partially open position. The glass panel may be fully opened by pressing the OPEN/CLOSE switch rearward again. When the glass panel is express opening, pressing either switch in any direction will stop it. If you press and hold the OPEN/CLOSE switch in the express open position for more than one and a half seconds, the express open operation will be overridden and the sunroof will operate manually. To tilt open the glass panel, press and hold the TILT/CLOSE switch. The sunshade must be opened by hand. To close the glass panel, press and hold the TILT/CLOSE or OPEN/CLOSE switch in the close position.

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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 HomeLinkR Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” safety feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming.

HomeLinkR Transmitter (If Equipped)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. If you have previously programmed a transmitter

channel, proceed to Step 2. Otherwise, hold down the two outside buttons on the HomeLink Transmitter until the indicator light begins to flash rapidly (after 20 seconds). Then release the buttons. This procedure initializes the memory and erases any previous settings for all three channels.

2. Decide which one of the three channels you want to program. Hold the end of the hand-held transmitter about 2 to 5 inches (5 to 13 cm) away from the surface of the HomeLink Transmitter so that you can still see the indicator light.

3. Using both hands, press the hand-held transmitter

button and the desired button on the HomeLink Transmitter. Continue to press both buttons through Step 4.

4. Hold down both buttons until you see the indicator light on the HomeLink Transmitter flash slowly and then rapidly. The rapid flashing indicates that the HomeLink Transmitter has been programmed. Release both buttons once the indicator light starts to flash rapidly.

If you have trouble programming the HomeLink Transmitter, make sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described. The HomeLink Transmitter may not work with older garage door openers that do not meet current Federal Consumer Safety Standards. If you cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts, refer to “Rolling Code Programming” later in this section or contact the HomeLink Transmitter manufacturer at 1-800-355-3515. Be sure to keep the original hand-held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram the HomeLink Transmitter. Note to Canadian Owners: During programming, the hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after one or two seconds. In this case, you should press and repress the button on the hand-held transmitter every two seconds without ever releasing the button on the HomeLink Transmitter. Release both buttons when the indicator light on the HomeLink Transmitter begins to flash rapidly.

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Operating the HomeLinkR Transmitter Press and release the appropriate button on the HomeLink Transmitter. The indicator light comes on while the signal is being transmitted. The trunk release lockout switch must be OFF. If the hand-held transmitter appears to program the HomeLink Transmitter but does not open your garage door, and if the garage door opener was manufactured after 1996, the garage door opener may have a “rolling code” system. A rolling code system changes the code of the garage door opener every time you open or close the garage door. To determine if you have this system, press the button on the HomeLink Transmitter that you have already programmed. If the indicator light on the HomeLink Transmitter flashes rapidly for two seconds and then turns solid, the garage door opener has a rolling code system. In a rolling code system, the garage door motor head unit must be trained to the HomeLink Transmitter.

“Rolling Code” Programming (If Equipped) If you have not previously programmed the hand-held transmitter to the HomeLink Transmitter, see “Programming the HomeLinkR Transmitter” listed previously. If you have completed this programming already, you now need to train the garage door opener motor head unit to recognize the HomeLink Transmitter. Refer to your garage door opener owner’s manual for the proper transmitter training procedure for your garage door opener brand. 1. Find the training button on the garage door opener

motor head unit. The exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener brand. If you have difficulty finding the training button, refer to your garage door opener owner’s manual.

2. Press the training button on the garage door

opener motor head unit. Following this step, you have 30 seconds to start Step 3.

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3. Return to the HomeLink Transmitter in your

vehicle and firmly press and release the HomeLink Transmitter button you have already programmed for two to three seconds. Press and release the button again (you may need to do this step up to three times) to make sure that the HomeLink Transmitter has been trained to the garage door opener motor head unit. Check that the training was successful.

The garage door opener should now recognize the HomeLink Transmitter. You may either use the HomeLink Transmitter or the hand-held transmitter to open the garage door. If after following these instructions, you still have problems training the garage door opener, contact the HomeLink Transmitter manufacturer at 1-800-355-3515.

Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels, hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash (after 20 seconds). Release both buttons. Accessories Accessories for the HomeLinkR Transmitter are available from the manufacturer of the unit. If you would like additional information, please call 1-800-355-3515.

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The Instrument Panel - Your Information System

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The main components of your instrument panel are:

A. Air Outlet B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever C. Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control System D. Steering Wheel Controls for Audio System E. Windshield Wiper/Washer Control F. Driver Information Center (DIC) G. Hazard Warning Flasher Button H. Climate Control System I.

Instrument Panel Brightness Control

J. Trip Odometer Buttons K. Hood Release L. Parking Brake M. Cruise Control Lever N. Ignition Switch O. Audio System P. Accessory Power Outlet Q. Glove Box (Trunk Release Lockout Switch inside)

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Instrument Panel Cluster Your vehicle is equipped with this instrument panel cluster, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. The instrument panel 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’ll need to drive safely and economically.

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United States version shown, Canada similar

Trip Odometer Your trip odometer tells you how far you have driven since you last reset it. Your vehicle is equipped with two trip odometers, “A” and “B”.

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). The speedometer shows a top speed of 140 mph (220 km/h). This is not intended to be the vehicle’s top speed. 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.

Press the TRIP A/B button to change which trip odometer is displayed. Press the TRIP RESET button to reset the trip odometer that is currently being displayed.

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Tachometer

The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). If your engine speed equals or exceeds the safe limit for operation, the message HOT...REDUCE ENG RPM is displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC).

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NOTICE:

Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area, or when the message HOT...REDUCE ENG RPM is displayed. Engine damage may occur.

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’re 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’s 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’re a big help. Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center that works along with the warning lights and gages. See “Driver Information Center” in the Index.

Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts.

The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds, then flash for about 55 seconds.

If the driver’s belt is already buckled, the chime will not sound and the light will go off after 5 seconds.

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Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see “Air Bag” in the Index.

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

CAUTION:

If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the air bag system may not be working properly. The air bags 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 air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle.

The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. On the DIC an AIR BAG PROBLEM message will be displayed when there is a problem with the air bag system. See “DIC Warnings and Messages” in the Index for more information.

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Battery Warning Light

This light will come on briefly when you start the vehicle, as a check to show you it is working; then it should go out.

Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t 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, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. It could indicate that you have a generator problem or another electrical system 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 climate control system. On the DIC a CHECK CHARGE SYSTEM message will be displayed and a warning chime will sound. See “DIC Warnings and Messages” in the Index for more information.

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This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. 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. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.

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CAUTION:

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’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.

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 doesn’t release fully. If you try to drive off with the parking brake set, a chime will also come on until you release the parking brake. If the light stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. A PARK BRAKE SET message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC) while the park brake is set and the vehicle is moving. The message will not come on if the transaxle is in PARK (P).

Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, the light(s) will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal.

If the light stays on, turn the ignition to OFF. Or, if the light comes on when you’re 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’re driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, you don’t have anti-lock brakes and there’s a problem with your regular brakes. See “Brake System Warning Light” earlier in this section. The anti-lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. 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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Traction Control System Warning Light

This warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine.

If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If it stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there may be a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle may need service. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons: D If you turn the system off by pressing the TC button located on the center console, the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again. The warning light should go off. See “Traction Control System” in the Index for more information.

D If there’s a brake system problem that is specifically

related to traction control, the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on. If your brakes begin to overheat, the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down.

D If the traction control system is affected by an

engine-related problem, the system 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. Traction Control System Active Light

When your traction control system is limiting wheel spin, this light will come on.

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

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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage

This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red warning zone, your engine is hot.

To prevent engine overheating, the air conditioning compressor will turn off automatically, a fast-pulsed chime will sound, and the message ENGINE HOT...A/C OFF will appear in the Driver Information Center (DIC). As the engine cools down, the air conditioning compressor will automatically turn back on.

If the coolant temperature is over 262_F (128_C), the message HOT...IDLE ENGINE will appear. It means you should reduce the engine load and speed to prevent the engine from overheating. If the coolant temperature is over 268_F (131_C), the message HOT...STOP ENGINE will appear. It means that your engine coolant has overheated. You should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. Your vehicle is equipped with an Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index for more information. If your coolant level is low, the message LOW ENGINE COOLANT will appear on the Driver Information Center. Check your coolant level as soon as possible. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index.

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)

NOTICE:

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

If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, 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.

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:

Modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust 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 the CHECK ENGINE 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.

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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 doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: D Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been

detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required.

D Light On Steady -- An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required.

If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: D Reducing vehicle speed. D Avoiding hard accelerations. D Avoiding steep uphill grades. D If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of

cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible.

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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 drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service.

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 Your Tank” in the Index. 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.

Are you low on fuel? As your engine starts to run out of fuel, your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire. The system can detect this. Adding fuel should correct this condition. Make sure to install the fuel cap properly. See “Filling Your Tank” in the Index. It will take a few driving trips to turn the light off. Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See “Fuel” in the Index. 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, have your dealer or qualified service center 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 in order 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, see your dealer or qualified service center to prepare the vehicle for inspection.

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Oil Pressure Light

If you have a problem with your oil, this light may stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving.

CAUTION:

Don’t 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:

Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.

A warning chime and the DIC message LOW OIL PRESSURE may also come on. These indicate that oil is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep it cool. The engine could be low on oil, or could have some other oil problem. Have it fixed right away. The oil light could also come on briefly when the ignition is on but the engine is not running. The light will come on as a test to show you it is working, but the light will go out about five seconds after you turn the ignition to START. If it doesn’t come on with the ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb. Have it fixed right away.

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Cruise Light

The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your cruise control. See “Cruise Control” in the Index.

This light will come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN to let you know it is working.

Fuel Gage

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When the ignition is on, your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left. When you have less than 3.0 gallons (11.3 L) of fuel remaining, the DIC message LOW FUEL will be displayed and a chime will sound. You need to get more fuel right away. Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: D At the service station, the gas pump shuts off

before the gage reads full.

D 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.

D The gage moves a little when you turn a corner

or speed up.

D The tank is not necessarily empty when the gage

reads empty. There is a reserve of about 1.5 gallons (5.6 L) in the tank. You should still get more fuel as soon as possible.

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The DIC has different display modes which can be accessed by pressing the four buttons on the DIC. These buttons are labeled ON/OFF, SELECT right arrow, SELECT down arrow and RESET. The button functions are detailed in the following. Turn on the system by pressing the ON/OFF button once. When you turn on the ignition, the DIC will be in the mode last displayed when the engine was turned off. Keep in mind that this also applies to the OFF mode. To turn off messages on the DIC (except LOW OIL PRESSURE, LOW BRAKE FLUID, PARK BRAKE SET, STARTING DISABLED and the HOT...STOP ENGINE warning), press the RESET button. Pressing the SELECT right arrow button will allow you to access the following modes, DATE/ET, FUEL, ECON, OIL and GAGE. While in any of these modes, warning messages can interrupt and take over the display until you acknowledge the message, or the condition causing the problem goes away.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays information in either English or metric. When the system is on or off, push the ON/OFF button down for three seconds to change the display between English and metric. This will also change the digital screen for the climate control system between English and metric.

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Date/Elapsed Time Pressing the SELECT down arrow while in DATE/ET mode will allow you to choose between the elapsed time and date menus.

Date To set the date, press and hold the RESET button for two seconds while the date is being displayed on the DIC. When the date set mode is entered the display will show the following: YEAR?_____ MM/DD/00
The year will be flashing. To increase the item that is flashing press SELECT right arrow. To decrease the item that is flashing press SELECT down arrow. When you reach the current year press the RESET button. The DIC will ask for the month. The month will flash the same as the year. Use the SELECT buttons to reach the current month and press RESET. The DIC will then ask for the day. The day will flash the same as the year. Use the SELECT buttons to reach the current day. Press the RESET button again and the set display will stop flashing and go back to the normal operation mode.

Elapsed Time (ET) When the ignition is on, the DIC can be used as a stopwatch. The display will show hours and minutes. The elapsed time indicator will record up to 100 hours, then it will reset to zero and continue counting. Press SELECT down arrow while in the DATE/ET mode, and the display will show the amount of time that has elapsed since the elapsed time indicator was last reset (not including time the ignition is off), such as: 01:08 ELAPSED TIME To start or stop the counting of time, press the RESET button briefly. If the colon (:) in the time is flashing, time is being counted. Time is displayed in hours and minutes. Seconds are not displayed. Time will continue to be counted as long as the ignition is on, even if another display is being shown on the DIC. To reset elapsed time to zero, press RESET button for three seconds while the elapsed time is displayed.

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Fuel Press SELECT down arrow while in the FUEL mode to see how much fuel has been used and the fuel range functions.

Fuel Used While in the FUEL USED function the display will show a reading such as: FUEL USED: 10.4 GAL or FUEL USED: 39.4 L To learn how much fuel will be used from a specific starting point, first enter the FUEL USED mode to display FUEL USED, then press and hold the RESET button for three seconds. Don’t confuse fuel used with the amount of fuel in your tank.

Fuel Range The FUEL RANGE mode calculates the remaining distance you can drive without refueling. It’s based on fuel economy and the fuel remaining in the tank. The display will show a reading such as: FUEL RANGE: 235 MI or FUEL RANGE: 378 KM

If the range is less than 50 miles (80 km), the display will read LOW FUEL RANGE. 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. Fuel Economy Pressing the SELECT down arrow while in the ECON mode displays average fuel economy and instantaneous fuel economy calculated for your specific driving conditions. Average fuel economy will be shown in a reading such as: 25.2 AVG MI/GAL or 9.3 AVG L/100 KM Instantaneous fuel economy will be shown in a reading such as: 28 INST MI/GAL or 8.4 INST L/100 KM The average fuel economy is viewed as a long-term approximation of your overall driving conditions. If you press and hold RESET for three seconds in this mode while you’re driving, the system will begin figuring average fuel economy from that point in time. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset.

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Oil Life The GM Oil Life Systemt is the only function accessible in the OIL mode. Engine oil life is displayed in a reading such as: OIL LIFE 30% This is 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. When the remaining oil life is low, the system will alert you with this message: CHANGE OIL SOON When the oil life is down to zero, you will receive this message: CHANGE OIL NOW Always reset the OIL LIFE reminder after an oil change. To reset the Oil Life System, see “Oil Life System” in the Index. Also, see “Engine Oil, When to Change” in the Index.

Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE yourself after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It can’t be reset accurately until the next oil change. The DIC does not replace the need to maintain your vehicle as recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. Also, the oil change reminder will not detect dusty conditions or engine malfunctions that may affect the oil. If you drive in dusty areas, change your oil after every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or three months, whichever occurs first, unless the DIC instructs you to do so sooner. Also, the oil change reminder does not measure how much oil you have in your engine. So, be sure to check your oil level often. See “Engine Oil” in the Index.

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Gage Pressing the SELECT down arrow while in GAGE mode will allow you to access the battery volts, oil pressure and tire pressure displays. Pressing and holding the RESET button for three seconds while in average speed and tire pressure displays will reset them. Pressing the SELECT down arrow in GAGE mode will show the following displays: D Battery voltage, such as:

VOLTS: 13.8

D Oil pressure, such as:

OIL PRESSURE 40 PSI or OIL PRESSURE 276 KPA

D Average speed, such as:

AVG SPEED 55 MPH or AVG SPEED 90 KM/H

D Tire pressure status, such as:

TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL or LOW TIRE PRESSURE TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL appears when the Check Tire Pressure System believes your vehicle’s tire pressures are normal. If a potential tire pressure problem is detected, the display will show LOW TIRE PRESSURE. If you see this message, you should stop as you can and check all four tires for damage. If a tire is flat, see “If a Tire Goes Flat ” in the Index. Also check the tire pressure in all four tires as soon as you can. See “Tire Pressure” in the Index. There are times when you will have to reset (calibrate) the Check Tire Pressure System. See “Check Tire Pressure System” in the Index for more information.

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DIC Personalization The DIC can be used to program the following personal choice features available with your vehicle: D Automatic Door Locks D Window Lockout D Security Feedback D Delayed Locking D Perimeter Lighting D Driver ID D Memory Seats D Parallel Park Assist Mirror (Tilt Mirror) To access the personalization menu, the vehicle must be in PARK (P) with the ignition in RUN and no warning messages displayed on the DIC. You must then press and hold both of the SELECT buttons for three seconds. This will display the personalization menu.

The DIC display will show the following: FEATURE PROGRAMMING PRESS SELECT DOWN TO SELECT MENU OPTIONS PRESS SELECT RIGHT TO CHANGE SETTINGS The next item to be displayed is DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2. To change the driver number, press the SELECT right arrow. The driver number that you select should correspond with the number on the back of your remote lock control transmitter. Once the correct driver number has been selected, press the SELECT down arrow to enter your choice and move on to the next selection.

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The DIC is used to program the personal choices of two drivers. The drivers are recognized as DRIVER 1
and DRIVER 2. You will let the DIC and the vehicle know which driver you are by using your remote lock control transmitter or by pressing the appropriate memory seat control button located on the driver’s door or choosing the driver with the DIC. Each remote lock control transmitter was pre-programmed to belong to DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2. The personalization features may be programmed differently for each driver. When you press the unlock symbol on the transmitter, the DIC will automatically change driver numbers and the vehicle will recall the personal choice settings that were last made to correspond to your transmitter, including your radio and comfort control settings. See “Comfort Controls, Personalization” in the Index. If you unlock the vehicle using your door key instead of your transmitter, the personal choice settings will correspond to the previous driver of the vehicle as identified by a transmitter, a memory seat control or through the DIC. If this happens and you were not the last driver of the vehicle, press your correct driver number on the memory seat controls, press the unlock symbol on your transmitter or select the personalization programming mode and choose the correct driver number.

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After you have the correct driver number on the display use the SELECT down arrow button to scroll through the following messages and feature options: D DOORS LOCK IN GEAR - YES/NO D DOORS UNLOCK - YES/NO D ALL DOORS IN PARK - YES/NO D ALL DOORS AT KEY OFF - YES/NO D DRIVERS DOOR IN PARK - YES/NO D DRIVERS DOOR KEY OFF - YES/NO D PASS WINDOW LOCKOUT - YES/NO D KEY FOB FLASH LIGHTS - YES/NO D KEY FOB CHIRP HORN - YES/NO D DELAY LOCK OF DOORS - YES/NO D PERIMETER LIGHTS - YES/NO D EXT LIGHT TIMEOUT - 25
D DISPLAY DRIVER ID - YES/NO D KEY FOB MEMORY SEAT - YES/NO D DRIVING POSITION - YES D EXIT POSITION - YES D TILT MIRROR REVERSE - YES/NO

If you would like to exit the selection mode without moving through each of the personal choice features, simply press a different button on the DIC or turn off the ignition. The personal choices you made will still be retained, even without passing through each of the features. In order for your personal choices to save, you must press the SELECT down arrow after making your selections. If you happen to move past a selection you would like to make a personal choice for, press unlock on your transmitter or press the appropriate driver number on the memory seat control. This will return you to the beginning of the option feature programming mode. A description of each feature programmable through the DIC follows.

Automatic Door Locks You can program the automatic door lock feature to change to the following modes: Mode 0: No automatic door lock or unlock. Mode 1: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). No automatic door unlock.

Mode 2: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). Only the driver’s door automatically unlocks when shifted into PARK (P). Mode 3: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). All doors automatically unlock when shifted into PARK (P). Mode 4: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). Only the driver’s door automatically unlocks when the key is turned to LOCK. Mode 5: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). All doors automatically unlock when the key is turned to LOCK. You can change which mode your vehicle is in by different selections of the following DIC displays: D DOORS LOCK IN GEAR - YES/NO D DOORS UNLOCK - YES/NO D ALL DOORS IN PARK - YES/NO D ALL DOORS AT KEY OFF - YES/NO D DRIVERS DOOR IN PARK - YES/NO D DRIVERS DOOR KEY OFF - YES/NO

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Press the SELECT right arrow button to toggle between your choices and change the settings. Press the SELECT down arrow button to store your changes in memory and move on to the next selection. If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 0, select NO for DOORS LOCK IN GEAR. Your door locks will operate normally with no automatic feature. If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 1, do the following: 1. Select YES for DOORS LOCK IN GEAR. 2. Select NO for DOORS UNLOCK. If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 2, do the following: 1. Select YES for DOORS LOCK IN GEAR. 2. Select YES for DOORS UNLOCK. 3. Select NO for ALL DOORS IN PARK. 4. Select NO for ALL DOORS AT KEY OFF. 5. Select YES for DRIVERS DOOR IN PARK.

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If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 3, do the following: 1. Select YES for DOORS LOCK IN GEAR. 2. Select YES for DOORS UNLOCK. 3. Select YES for ALL DOORS IN PARK. If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 4, do the following: 1. Select YES for DOORS LOCK IN GEAR. 2. Select YES for DOORS UNLOCK. 3. Select NO for ALL DOORS IN PARK. 4. Select NO for ALL DOORS AT KEY OFF. 5. Select NO for DRIVERS DOOR IN PARK. 6. Select YES for DRIVERS DOOR KEY OFF. If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 5, do the following: 1. Select YES for DOORS LOCK IN GEAR. 2. Select YES for DOORS UNLOCK. 3. Select NO for ALL DOORS IN PARK. 4. Select YES for ALL DOORS AT KEY OFF. See “Automatic Door Locks” in the Index for more information about this feature.

Window Lockout Personalization The number of passenger windows locked out by the window LOCK switch can be programmed through the DIC. Press the SELECT right arrow button to toggle between your choices and change the settings. Press the SELECT down arrow button to store your changes in memory and move on to the next selection. If you select YES for PASS WINDOW LOCKOUT, all three passenger window switches will be locked out when the window LOCK switch is on. If you select NO for PASS WINDOW LOCKOUT, only the two rear passenger window switches will be locked out when the window LOCK switch is on. For more information on this feature, see “Window Lock” in the Index.

Security Feedback You can program the security feedback feature to change to the following modes: Mode 1: No feedback when locking or unlocking the vehicle. Mode 2: Parking lamps and the Daytime Running Lamps will flash twice when unlocking the vehicle and flash once when locking the vehicle.

Mode 3: Horn chirps when all doors are unlocked (second unlock button press) and when locking the vehicle. Mode 4: Parking lamps and the Daytime Running Lamps will flash twice each time the button with the unlock symbol is pressed; the horn chirps when all doors are unlocked. Parking lamps and the exterior lamps flash once and the horn chirps when locking the vehicle. You can change these modes by different selections of the following DIC displays: D KEY FOB LIGHTS FLASH - YES/NO D KEY FOB HORN CHIRP - YES/NO Press the SELECT right arrow button to toggle between your choices and change the settings. Press the SELECT down arrow button to store your changes in memory and move on to the next selection. If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 1, do the following: 1. Select NO for KEY FOB LIGHTS FLASH. 2. Select NO for KEY FOB HORN CHIRP.

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If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 2, do the following: 1. Select YES for KEY FOB LIGHTS FLASH. 2. Select NO for KEY FOB HORN CHIRP. If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 3, do the following: 1. Select NO for KEY FOB LIGHTS FLASH. 2. Select YES for KEY FOB HORN CHIRP. If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 4, do the following: 1. Select YES for KEY FOB LIGHTS FLASH. 2. Select YES for KEY FOB HORN CHIRP. For more information on this feature, see “Security Feedback” in the Index.

Delayed Locking The delayed locking feature, which delays the actual locking of the vehicle, can be made active or inactive through the DIC. When DELAY LOCK OF DOORS appears on the display, use the SELECT right arrow button to toggle between YES and NO.

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When you have made your choice, press the SELECT down arrow button to record your selection and move on to the next choice. For more information on this feature, see “Delayed Locking” in the Index.

Perimeter Lighting Personalization When the unlock symbol on the transmitter is pressed, the Daytime Running Lamps, parking lamps and back-up lamps will turn on if it is dark enough outside. You can control activation of this feature by choosing YES or NO when the PERIMETER LIGHTS choice is displayed on the DIC. Make your choice by pressing the SELECT right arrow button and record your choice by pressing the SELECT down arrow button. You will then be prompted to choose a TIMEOUT period. The EXT LIGHTS TIMEOUT feature can be changed to the desired setting by using the SELECT right arrow button to toggle from 5 to 30 seconds. Each toggle will increase the time by 5 seconds. Once the desired timeout is displayed, press SELECT down arrow to record your choice and move on to the next personal choice feature. For more information on this feature, see “Perimeter Lighting” in the Index.

Driver ID This feature displays the driver ID, as identified by the DIC. If you choose YES when DISPLAY DRIVER ID is shown on the DIC, the driver number will be displayed every time the ignition is turned on. If you choose NO when DISPLAY DRIVER ID is shown on the DIC, the driver number can be displayed by pressing either a button on the remote lock control transmitter or a memory seat button.

Memory Seat Recall (If Equipped) This feature recalls the position of the driver’s seat. When this feature is active, the memory seat and mirror positions will be recalled for the identified driver when the remote lock control transmitter is used to enter the vehicle. You can program this feature to be active by choosing YES when the KEY FOB MEMORY SEAT choice appears, or inactive by choosing NO when the KEY FOB MEMORY SEAT choice appears on the DIC. Make your choices by pressing the SELECT right arrow button and store them in memory by pressing the SELECT down arrow button.

You can also program this feature to recall your memory seat position or the exit seat position. Select YES for KEY FOB MEMORY SEAT then use the SELECT right arrow button to toggle between DRIVING POSITION - YES and EXIT POSITION - YES. When the desired position is displayed on the DIC, press the SELECT down arrow button to save that position in memory and move on to the next selection. For more information on this feature, see “Memory Seat and Mirrors” in the Index.

Parallel Park Assist (If Equipped) The parallel park assist mirror, which tips the passenger mirror while the vehicle is in REVERSE (R), can be made active or inactive through the DIC. When TILT MIRROR REVERSE appears on the display, use the SELECT right arrow button to toggle the arrow between YES and NO. When you have made your choice, press the SELECT down arrow button to record your selection. For more information on this feature, see “Mirrors” in the Index.

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The EXP codes are used to make translation from English to other languages easier. Pressing the RESET button will remove the above messages or warnings from the DIC display, unless noted by an asterisk (*).

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CHECK OIL LEVEL - 5: If you ever see the CHECK OIL LEVEL message, it indicates that the engine oil level is 1 to 1 1/2 quarts (0.9 L to 1.4 L) low. The message will appear only if the engine is running and it has been at least eight minutes since the engine was last running. If the message appears, check the oil dipstick level. If it reads low, your oil level should be brought up to the proper level (see “Engine Oil” in the Index). After bringing the oil to the proper level, the ignition must be off for eight minutes to allow the majority of oil to drain into the oil pan. SERV STABILITY SYS - 26 : If you ever see the SERV STABILITY SYS message, it means there may be a problem with your stability enhancement system. If you see this message, try to reset the system (stop; turn off the engine; then start the engine again). If the SERV STABILITY SYS message still comes on, it means there is a problem. You should see your dealer for service. Reduce your speed and drive accordingly.

STABILITY ACTIVE - 42 : You may see the STABILITY ACTIVE message on the Driver Information Center. It means that an advanced, computer-controlled system has come on to help your vehicle continue to go in the direction in which you’re steering. This stability enhancement system activates when the computer senses that your vehicle is just starting to spin, as it might if you hit a patch of ice or other slippery spot on the road. When the system is on, you may hear a noise or feel a vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal. When the STABILITY ACTIVE message is on, you should continue to steer in the direction you want to go. The system is designed to help you in bad weather or other difficult driving situations by making the most of whatever road conditions will permit. If the STABILITY ACTIVE message comes on, you’ll know that something has caused your vehicle to start to spin, so you should consider slowing down.

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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.

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Comfort Controls This section tells you how to operate your climate control system. Your vehicle may be equipped with a passenger compartment air filter. For more information, see “Passenger Compartment Air Filter” in the Index. Comfort Controls Personalization (If Equipped) This feature allows two different drivers to store and recall their own climate control settings for temperature, air delivery mode and fan speed. The personal choice settings recalled are determined by the transmitter used to enter the vehicle. After the button with the unlock symbol on a remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, and the ignition is in RUN, the climate control will adjust to the last settings of the identified driver. The settings can also be changed by pressing one of the memory buttons (1 or 2) located on the driver’s door, until you hear two beeps. When adjustments are made, the new settings are automatically saved for that driver.

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Automatic Electronic Climate Control

Your vehicle is equipped with either a Single Zone or a Dual Zone Automatic Electronic Climate Control System. You can use the automatic setting or override the automatic setting by using the manual controls. Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation system described later in this section. AUTO-PUSH Knob By pressing the AUTO-PUSH knob, you have selected the electronic climate control system to be in the automatic mode. The climate control system will automatically control the air temperature, air inlets, air distribution and the fan speed based on your selected temperature setting as well as on the temperature inside the vehicle, the outside temperature and the sun load.

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under the AUTO-PUSH and AUTO FAN knobs will illuminate. Your current comfort setting will be shown in the digital display.

D Set the comfort level you want inside the vehicle by using the colored buttons located below the climate control display.

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manual air delivery mode operation of the climate control system.

Temperature Buttons To adjust the comfort level you want maintained inside the vehicle, use the red and blue buttons located below the digital display. If you want a warmer comfort level, push the red button. If you want a cooler comfort level, push the blue button. Your selected comfort setting will be shown on the digital display for five seconds, then the outside temperature will be displayed.

Mode Control Turn the AUTO-PUSH knob to deliver air through the floor, panel or windshield outlets. The system will stay in the selected mode until the AUTO-PUSH knob is pressed.

AUTO FAN Knob This knob controls the fan speed in either an automatic mode or a manual mode. D Pressing the AUTO FAN knob puts the fan control in the automatic mode. The AUTO FAN light will appear below the knob. The fan speed indicators will not be illuminated when the system is in the automatic fan control mode.

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fan speed. Turn this knob clockwise to raise the fan speed. Turn this knob counterclockwise to lower the fan speed. Turning the AUTO FAN knob overrides the automatic fan control mode. The fan speed indicators will be illuminated while in the manual fan control mode.

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Automatic Operation Press the AUTO-PUSH knob when you want the system to automatically adjust the interior temperature to your preference. When the system is set for automatic operation, air will come from the floor, the panel outlets or the windshield outlets depending on the temperature inside the vehicle, the outside temperature, the engine coolant temperature and the sun load. Fan speed will vary as the system reaches and maintains the comfort setting you have selected. To find your comfort setting, start with the system in automatic mode by pressing the AUTO-PUSH knob. Adjust the comfort setting by using the red and blue buttons located below the digital display until you reach a setting of 75_F (24_C) on the display. Give the vehicle about 30 minutes to stabilize and then readjust the comfort setting if necessary. The display will show the comfort setting for five seconds and then it will show the outside temperature.

In cold weather, the system will delay turning on the fan to avoid blowing cold air. The length of the delay depends on the engine coolant temperature and the outside temperature. Turning the AUTO FAN knob will override this delay by turning off the automatic fan mode and changing the fan speed. Your automatic electronic climate control system has a sun sensor located on the top of the instrument panel that detects direct sunlight. To keep you and your passengers comfortable, the system may supply cooler air to the side toward the sun. Be careful not to put anything over this sun sensor. The automatic electronic climate control system may not operate correctly if this sensor is covered. To change the automatic electronic climate control display from an English display to a metric display, push the OFF button located in the Driver Information Center (DIC) for two seconds. The display in the DIC will also change from an English to a metric display. To return to an English display, repeat the above procedure.

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Manual Operation You may override the automatic airflow distribution by turning the AUTO-PUSH knob. After you turn this